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Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch
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Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch
Before you install a new chassis, you need to unpack and inspect it to be sure that you have all the items that
you have ordered and verify that the switch was not damaged during the shipment. If anything is damaged or
missing, contact your customer representative immediately.
Caution
Caution
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Note
To inspect the shipment, follow these steps:
Step 1
Compare the shipment to the equipment list provided by your customer service representative and ensure that you have
received all items, including the following:
• 1 or 2 supervisor modules
• 1 to 4, 8, or 16 switching modules depending on the Cisco MDS 9700 Series switch
• Up to six crossbar fabric switching modules
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A readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated in the fixed wiring. Statement 1022
We recommend that you use a mechanical lift when the chassis is being moved or lifted. Fully loaded, Cisco
MDS 9706 chassis can weigh up to 325 lb (147.5 kg), Cisco MDS 9710 chassis can weigh up to 449.5 lb
(203.8 kg), and Cisco MDS 9718 chassis can weigh up to 923 lb (419 kg).
When handling switch components, wear an ESD strap and handle modules by the carrier edges only. An
ESD socket is provided on the chassis. For the ESD socket to be effective, the chassis must be grounded either
through the power cable, the chassis ground, or metal-to-metal contact with a grounded rack.
Keep the shipping container for use when moving or shipping the chassis in the future. The shipping carton
can be flattened and stored with the pallet.
If you purchased this product through a Cisco reseller, contact the reseller directly for technical support. If
you purchased this product directly from Cisco Systems, contact Cisco Technical Support at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/support/tsd_cisco_worldwide_contacts.html.
The switch is thoroughly inspected before shipment. If any damage occurred during transportation or any
items are missing, contact your customer service representative immediately.
Installing the Cisco MDS 9700 Series Switches
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