Installing the Switch

Checking the Contents

Rack-Mounting the Switch

Rack-Mounting Guidelines

Required Installation Tools

Rack-Mounting the Catalyst 6006 and Catalyst 6506 Switches

Rack-Mounting the Catalyst 6009 and Catalyst 6509 Switches

Installing the Switch

Note The information in this chapter applies to all Catalyst 6000 family switches unless otherwise noted.

This chapter describes how to install a Catalyst 6000 or 6500 series switch in a rack. For first-time installations, perform the procedures in the following sections in the order listed.

Safety Overview; refer to the Site Preparation and Safety Guide.

Warning Before you install, operate, or service the system, read the Site Preparation and Safety Guide. This guide contains important safety information you should know before working with the system.

Note If you do not rack-mount the Catalyst 6009 or 6509 switches, you must install stabilizer feet. The stabilizer feet attach to each side of the switch and are shipped in the accessories box.

Before starting the installation procedures in this chapter, see the "Site Planning Checklist" section, to verify that all site planning activities were completed.

For information on installing modules and verifying switch operation, refer to the Catalyst 6000 Family Module Installation Guide.

Checking the Contents

Note Do 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 "Repacking the Switch."

Do the following to check the contents of the shipping container:

Check the contents of the accessories box against the Accessories Box Components Checklist and the packing slip. Verify that you received all listed equipment, which should include the following:
- Switch hardware and software documentation, if ordered
- Optional equipment that you ordered, such as network interface cables, transceivers, or special connectors
Check the switching modules in each slot. Ensure that the configuration matches the packing list and that all the specified interfaces are included.

Rack-Mounting the Swit ch

A standard rack-mount kit is included for mounting the switch in a standard 19-inch (48.3 cm) equipment rack with two unobstructed outer posts, with a minimum depth (between the front and rear mounting posts) of 19.25 inches (48.9 cm) and a maximum depth of 32 inches (81.3 cm). This kit is not suitable for use with racks with obstructions (such as a power strip) that could impair access to switch field-replaceable units (FRUs).

Caution Before installing the chassis in a rack, read the Site Preparation and Safety Guide to familiarize yourself with the proper site and environmental conditions. Failure to read and follow these guidelines could lead to an unsuccessful installation and possible damage to the system and components.

Rack-Mounting Gu idelines

Before rack-mounting the switch, ensure the following:

The equipment rack is the proper size.
- The width of the rack, between the two front mounting strips or rails, must be 17.75 inches (45.09 cm).
- The depth of the rack, between the front and rear mounting strips, must be at least 19.25 inches (48.9 cm) but not more than 32 inches (81.3 cm).
- The rack must have sufficient vertical clearance to insert the chassis. The chassis heights are as follows:
Catalyst 6006 and 6506 switches---20.1 inches (50.1 cm)

Catalyst 6009 and 6509 switches---25.5 inches (64.8 cm)

Catalyst 6509-NEB switch---33.5 inches (85.1 cm)

Required Installa tion Tools

The following tools and equipment are required to install the chassis:

Number 1 and number 2 Phillips screwdrivers to tighten the captive installation screws
3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver for the captive installation screws on the supervisor engine and switching modules
Antistatic mat or antistatic foam in case you need to remove switching modules to troubleshoot the installation
Your own electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap or the disposable ESD strap included with the system

The following tools and equipment are required to install the chassis in a rack:

Rack-mount kit
Tape measure and level

Rack-Mounting the Catalyst 600 6 and Catalyst 6506 Switches

To rack-mount the Catalyst 6006 or 6506 switch, perform these steps:

Step 1 Prepare for installation as follows:

a. Place the chassis on the floor or on a sturdy table as close as possible to the rack. Leave enough clearance to allow you to move around the chassis.

b. Install the power supplies in the chassis by following the procedures in the "Removing and Replacing the Power Supply" section. (Do not connect the power cords at this point.)

c. Use a tape measure to measure the depth of the rack. Measure from the outside of the front mounting posts to the outside of the rear mounting strip. The depth must be at least 19.25 inches (48.9 cm) but not greater than 32 inches (81.3 cm).

d. Measure the space between the inner edges of the left front and right front mounting posts to ensure that it is 17.75 inches (45.09 cm) wide. (The chassis is 17.25 inches [43.8 cm] wide and must fit between the mounting posts.)

e. Open the rack-mount kit and use the checklist in Table 4-1 to verify that all parts are included.

Table 4-1: Rack-Mo unt Kit Checklist: Catalyst 6006/6506 Switch

Quantity Part Description Received

2

L brackets

8

M4 Phillips countersunk-head screws

14

12-24 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws

14

10-32 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws

2

Shelf brackets

1

Crossbar bracket

2

M3 Phillips pan-head screws

Quantity	Part Description	Received
2	L brackets
8	M4 Phillips countersunk-head screws
14	12-24 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws
14	10-32 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws
2	Shelf brackets
1	Crossbar bracket
2	M3 Phillips pan-head screws

Step 2 Install the shelf brackets as follows:

Note No shelf is required with this assembly; the shelf brackets support the chassis in the rack.

Caution If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or that the rack is otherwise stabilized.

a. Position the shelf brackets in the rack (see Figure 4-1).

b. Secure the shelf brackets by using six (three per side) 12-24 x 3/4-inch or 10-32 x 3/4-inch screws.

c. Attach the crossbar bracket to the back of the shelf brackets using two M3 screws.

Figure 4-1: Installing the Shelf Brackets

Step 3 Note that the L brackets connect the chassis to the rack. Attach the left and right L brackets using the eight M4 Phillips countersunk-head screws provided in the rack-mount kit (see Figure 4-2).

Note Some equipment racks provide a power strip along the length of one of the rear posts. If your rack has this feature, consider the position of the strip when planning fastener points, and before you install the L brackets on the chassis, determine whether you will install the chassis from the front or the rear of the rack.

Note If you are installing cable guides, place the cable guides between the L bracket and the chassis. Secure the cable guides to the chassis using the same screws (and chassis holes) as the L brackets (see Figure 4-2). The cable guides and screws are provided in the cable management kit.

Step 4 Install the chassis in the rack as follows:

Note You should have a third person to assist in this step.

Figure 4-2: Attaching L Brackets and Cable Guides: Catalyst 6006/6506 Switch

Warning Two people are required to lift the chassis. Grasp the chassis underneath the lower edge and lift with both hands. To prevent injury, keep your back straight and lift with your legs, not your back. To prevent damage to the chassis and components, never attempt to lift the chassis with the handles on the power supplies. These handles were not designed to support the weight of the chassis.

a. With a person standing at each side of the chassis, grasp the bottom edge of the chassis with one hand near the front and the other near the back. Slowly lift the chassis in unison. Avoid sudden twists or moves to prevent injury.

b. Position the chassis in the rack as follows (see Figure 4-3):

If the front of the chassis (front panel) is at the front of the rack, insert the rear of the chassis between the mounting posts.
If the rear of the chassis is at the front of the rack, insert the front of the chassis between the mounting posts.

c. Place the chassis on the shelf brackets.

d. Remove the rubber feet from the bottom of the chassis.

e. Align the mounting holes in the L bracket with the mounting holes in the equipment rack.

f. Have the third person install the eight (four per side) 12-24 x 3/4-inch or 10-32 x 3/4-inch screws through the elongated holes in the L bracket and into the threaded holes in the mounting post.

g. Use a tape measure and level to ensure that the chassis is installed straight and level.

Figure 4-3: Installing the Switch in the Rack: Catalyst 6006/6506 Switch

Step 5 Check the ejector levers to ensure that the supervisor engine and all switching modules are installed securely.

Step 6 Tighten any loose captive installation screws on the supervisor engine and switching modules.

Step 7 Refer to these sections to connect the power supplies to the site power:

Note Do not turn on the power supplies at this point.

Rack-Mounting the Catalyst 600 9 and Catalyst 6509 Switches

To rack-mount the Catalyst 6009 or 6509 switch, perform these steps:

Step 1 Prepare for installation as follows:

a. Place the chassis on the floor or on a sturdy table as close as possible to the rack. Leave enough clearance to allow you to move around the chassis.

b. Install the power supplies in the chassis by following the procedures in the "Removing and Replacing the Power Supply" section. (Do not connect the power cords at this point.)

e. Open the rack-mount kit and use the checklist in Table 4-2 to verify that all parts are included.

Table 4-2: Rack-Mo unt Kit Checklist: Catalyst 6009/6509 Switch

Quantity Part Description Received

2

L brackets

10

M4 Phillips countersunk-head screws

16

12-24 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws

16

10-32 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws

2

Shelf brackets

1

Crossbar bracket

2

M3 Phillips pan-head screws

Quantity	Part Description	Received
2	L brackets
10	M4 Phillips countersunk-head screws
16	12-24 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws
16	10-32 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws
2	Shelf brackets
1	Crossbar bracket
2	M3 Phillips pan-head screws

Step 2 Install the shelf brackets as follows:

Note No shelf is required with this assembly; the shelf brackets support the chassis in the rack.

Caution If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or that the rack is otherwise stabilized.

a. Position the shelf brackets in the rack (see Figure 4-4).

b. Secure the shelf brackets by using six (three per side) 12-24 x 3/4-inch or 10-32 x 3/4-inch screws.

c. Attach the crossbar bracket to the back of the shelf brackets using two M3 screws.

Figure 4-4: Installing the Shelf Brackets

Step 3 Note that the L brackets connect the chassis to the rack. Attach the left and right L brackets using the ten M4 Phillips countersunk-head screws provided in the rack-mount kit (see Figure 4-5).

Note If you are installing cable guides, place the cable guides between the L bracket and the chassis. Secure the cable guides to the chassis using the same screws (and chassis holes) as the L brackets (see Figure 4-5). The cable guides and screws are provided in the cable management kit.

Figure 4-5: Attaching L Brackets and Cable Guides: Catalyst 6009/6509 Switch