Route the Cables

When cabling a topology, start at the nodes of the fabric or hosts of the network, and work toward the switch.

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

   See Installation Task Overview.

2. If necessary, prepare the cables to connect the nodes or hosts to the switch.

   See Assemble the SFP+ Cables.

3. Prepare and verify that the nodes or hosts are operational, properly configured, and ready to accept fabric or network cabling.
4. For each node or host, begin data cabling.
   1. Attach the cable to the appropriate connector of the node or host.
   2. Route and bundle the data cable through the topology following the cautions provided in this document.

      See Cable Precautions.

   3. Bring the cables to the location in the rack where the switch is installed.
   4. Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 for each node or host.
5. Connect the cables to the switch.

   See Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables.

Related Information

• Cable Requirements

• Standard MT and PrizmMT Cables

• Cable Precautions

• Assemble the SFP+ Cables

• Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet Cables

• Connect the PrizmMT Cables

• Connect the SFP+ Cables

• Secure Cables to the CMB