Install the Switch

1. Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this task.

   See Installation Task Overview.

2. Carefully lift the switch and slide it into the rack, from the front rearward.

   Ensure that the ends of the long rails slide into the C-channel brackets at the rear of the switch chassis.

   
   
3. Using a No. 2 Philips screwdriver, hold the front of the switch chassis to the front rack posts with two M6x12 screws at each side.

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   Note -  Do not fully tighten the screws at this time.

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4. Slide the snap bracket under the loose screws with the tabs pointing into the rack.
   
5. While pressing on the word PUSH embossed in the snap bracket, fully tighten the screws.
   
6. Repeat for the snap bracket on the other side.
7. Install the CMB.

   See Install the CMB.

Related Information

• Stabilize the Rack

• Install the Switch Brackets

• Assemble the Cable Management Extenders

• Prepare the Air Duct Assembly

• Install the Cage Nuts

• Install the Rackmount Hardware

• Route the Power Cords

• Route the SER MGT Cable

• Install the CMB