Installation guide

RackSwitch G8000 Installation
BPP-00007-01, December 2009 Contents
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Contents
Preface  5
Who Should Use This Book
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Related Documentation
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How to Get Help
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Chapter 1: RackSwitch G8000 Description and Specifications
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RackSwitch G8000 Features
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Switch Components
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Hardware Options
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Switch Unit
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Switch Ports
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10 Gigabit Ethernet Port Expansion Slots
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Switch LEDs
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Optional Uplink Modules
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Technical Specifications
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Physical Characteristics
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Environmental Specifications
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Power Specifications
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Ordering Information
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Chapter 2: Installing the RackSwitch G8000
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Required Tools
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Package Contents
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Environmental Requirements
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Preventing Electric Shock
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Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
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Installing the RackSwitch G8000 in a Standard Equipment Rack
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Installing the RackSwitch G8000 in an iDataPlex Rack
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Installing the RackSwitch G8000 in a 4-post Rack
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Initializing the RackSwitch G8000
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Default Configuration
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Configuring an IP Interface
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Using the Boot Management Menu
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Installing an Optional Uplink Module
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