Switch Installation Guide

CHAPTER

2-1

Cisco Catalyst 4900M Switch Installation Guide

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Site Planning

This chapter describes how to prepare your site for installation of the

Catalyst

4900M switch and contains these sections:

• Site Environmental Requirements, page 2-1

• Site Power Requirements, page 2-2

• Grounding Requirements, page 2-4

• Safety Overview, page 2-5

• Site Planning Checklist, page 2-7

Note A site planning checklist is provided on page 2-8 to help ensure that you complete

all site planning activities before you install the switch.

Site Environmental Requirements

Planning a proper location for the switch and layout for your equipment rack or

wiring closet is essential for successful system operation. You should install the

switch in an enclosed, secure area, ensuring that only qualified personnel have

access to the switch and control of the environment. Equipment that is placed too

closely together or that is inadequately ventilated can cause system

overtemperature conditions. In addition, poor equipment placement can make

chassis panels inaccessible and difficult to maintain.