Cisco 6500e Manual

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Catalyst 6500 Series Switches Installation Guide
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Chapter 1      Installing the Switch
  Installing a Catalyst 6503 or Catalyst 6503-E Switch Chassis
Figure 1-1 Rack-Mount Brackets on the Catalyst 6503 and the Catalyst 6503-E Switch Chassis
Rack-Mounting the Chassis
NoteThe chassis are designed to be mounted in equipment racks that meet ANSI/EIA 310-D and 
ETS 300-119 standards.
WarningTwo people are required to lift the chassis. To prevent injury, keep your back straight and lift with your...

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  Installing a Catalyst 6503 or Catalyst 6503-E Switch Chassis
Figure 1-2 Removing the Catalyst 6503-E Chassis Shipping Bracket
Step 3
With a person standing at each side of the chassis, grasp the chassis handle with one hand, and use the 
other hand near the back of the chassis for balance. Slowly lift the chassis in unison. Avoid sudden twists 
or moves to prevent injury.
TipHave a third person install...

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  Installing a Catalyst 6503 or Catalyst 6503-E Switch Chassis
Figure 1-3 Installing a Catalyst 6503 or Catalyst 6503-E Switch Chassis in a Rack
What is Next
After installing the chassis in its location, complete the installation process by following these 
procedures:
Connecting the chassis to system ground. See “Establishing the System Ground” section on 
page 1-52.
Installing and connecting the Power...

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  Installing a Catalyst 6504-E Switch Chassis
Installing a Catalyst 6504-E Switch Chassis
This section provides procedures for installing a Catalyst 6504-E switch chassis in a rack assembly and 
installing the optional cable guide assemblies. 
Installation Accessory Kit
The Catalyst 6504-E switch chassis is designed to be installed in a standard 19-inch rack, either open or 
enclosed. The chassis is...

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Chapter 1      Installing the Switch
  Installing a Catalyst 6504-E Switch Chassis
Figure 1-4 L Brackets on the Catalyst 6504-E Switch Chassis
Rack-Mounting the Chassis
NoteThe chassis are designed to be mounted in equipment racks that meet ANSI/EIA 310-D and 
ETS 300-119 standards.
WarningTwo people are required to lift the chassis. To prevent injury, keep your back straight and lift with your 
legs, not your back. Statement 164
TipWe...

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  Installing a Catalyst 6504-E Switch Chassis
Step 2Remove the chassis shipping bracket before you install the chassis in the rack. Perform the following 
substeps:
a.Loosen and remove the four M5 screws that secure the chassis shipping bracket to the chassis rack 
mount brackets. (See Figure 1-5.)
b.Lift up slightly on the shipping bracket to disengage the two shipping bracket hooks from the 
rack-mount...

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Chapter 1      Installing the Switch
  Installing a Catalyst 6504-E Switch Chassis
Step 3With a person standing at each side of the chassis, grasp the chassis handle with one hand, and use the 
other hand near the back of the chassis for balance. Slowly lift the chassis in unison. Avoid sudden twists 
or moves to prevent injury.
TipHave a third person install the rack-mount screws while two people support the chassis in the rack 
enclosure....

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Chapter 1      Installing the Switch
  Installing a Catalyst 6504-E Switch Chassis
What is Next
After installing the chassis in its location, continue with the installation process by following these 
procedures:
Connecting the chassis to system ground. See “Establishing the System Ground” section on 
page 1-52.
Installing and connecting the power supplies to source power. Go to Chapter 4 for information on 
how to install and cable power...

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Chapter 1      Installing the Switch
  Installing a Catalyst 6506 or Catalyst 6506-E Switch Chassis
Installing a Catalyst 6506 or Catalyst 6506-E Switch Chassis
This section provides procedures for installing either a Catalyst 6506 or a Catalyst 6506-E switch 
chassis in a rack assembly and installing the optional cable guide assemblies. 
Installation Accessory Kits
The Catalyst 6506 and Catalyst 6506-E switch chassis are designed to be...

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Chapter 1      Installing the Switch
  Installing a Catalyst 6506 or Catalyst 6506-E Switch Chassis
Figure 1-7 L Brackets on the Catalyst 6506 and the Catalyst 6506-E Switch Chassis
Installing the 3 RU Rack-Mount Shelf Kit
The 3 RU rack-mount shelf kit is included as part of the accessory kit for both the Catalyst 6506 and the 
Catalyst 6506-E switch chassis. You need to install this kit first before you install the chassis in the rack....