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  Site Preparation Checklist
Table 1-4 Site Planning Checklist
Task No. Planning Activity  Verified By Time Date
1 Space evaluation:
Space and layout
Floor covering
Impact and vibration
Lighting
Maintenance access
2 Environmental evaluation:
Ambient temperature
Humidity
Altitude
Atmospheric contamination
Airflow
3 Power evaluation:
Input power type
Power receptacles (Depends on power supply)1...

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CH A P T E R
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Installing the Switch
NoteIn this publication, the term Catalyst 6500 series refers only to the switch chassis listed in Chapter 1. 
The Catalyst 6000 series switches (Catalyst 6006 and Catalyst 6009 switches) are described in a 
separate publication, the Catalyst 6000 Series Switch Installation Guide.
This chapter describes how to install a Catalyst 6500 series switch. The chapter is divided into sections 
that cover...

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The chapter contains the following sections:
Rack-Mounting Guidelines, page 1-3
Unpacking the Switch, page 1-5
Chassis Installation Kits and Cable Guides, page 1-5
Installing a Catalyst 6503 or Catalyst6503-E Switch Chassis, page 1-8
Installing a Catalyst 6504-E Switch Chassis, page 1-12
Installing a Catalyst 6506 or Catalyst 6506-E Switch Chassis, page 1-17
Installing a Catalyst 6509 or Catalyst6509-E...

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  Rack-Mounting Guidelines
WarningThis product requires short-circuit (overcurrent) protection, to be provided as part of the building 
installation. Install only in accordance with national and local wiring regulations. Statement 1045
WarningDuring this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly 
touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you...

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NoteChassis height is sometimes measured in rack units (RU or just U) where 1 RU or 1 U equals 1.75 in 
(44.45 mm). A typical server rack is 42 RU or 42 U in height.
CautionIf the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged and that the rack is stabilized.
NoteTo maintain proper air circulation through the Catalyst switch chassis, we recommend that you maintain 
a...

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Unpacking the Switch
TipDo not discard the shipping container when you unpack the switch. Flatten the shipping cartons and store 
them with the pallet. You will need these containers if you need to move or ship the switch in the future. 
Repacking instructions are provided in Appendix A, “Repacking the Switch.”
To check the contents of the shipping container, perform the following:...

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  Chassis Installation Kits and Cable Guides
Catalyst 6506 and 
Catalyst 6506-EStandard 19-inch rack-mount L brackets (factory-installed on the 
chassis). Associated rack-mounting hardware is included in the 
accessory kit.
3 RU rack-mount shelf kit is included in the accessory kit.
Two 6-slot cable management guides are included in the accessory 
kit.
Catalyst 6506-E only—Rubber feet installation kit is...

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Catalyst 6509-NEB-AStandard 19-inch rack-mount L brackets (factory-installed on the 
chassis). Associated rack-mounting hardware is included in the 
accessory kit.
3 RU rack-mount shelf kit is included in the accessory kit.
One 9-slot vertical chassis cable management system is included in 
the accessory kit.
Catalyst 6509-V-E
Standard 19-inch rack-mount L...

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  Installing a Catalyst 6503 or Catalyst 6503-E Switch Chassis
Installing a Catalyst 6503 or Catalyst 6503-E Switch Chassis
This section provides procedures for installing either a Catalyst 6503 or a Catalyst 6503-E switch 
chassis in a rack assembly and installing the optional cable guide assemblies. 
Installation Accessory Kit
The Catalyst 6503 and Catalyst 6503-E switch chassis are both designed to be...