Installation guide

CHAPTER

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Catalyst 3560 Switch Hardware Installation Guide

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Switch Installation

This chapter describes how to start your switch and how to interpret the power-on self-test (POST) that

ensures proper operation. It also describes how to install the switch and how to make connections to the

switch. Read the topics and perform the procedures in this order:

• Preparing for Installation, page 2-1

• Verifying Switch Operation, page 2-6

• Installing the Switch, page 2-7

• Installing and Removing SFP Modules, page 2-15

• Inserting and Removing the SFP Module Patch Cable, page 2-18

• Connecting to the 10/100 or 10/100/1000 Ports, page 2-19

• Connecting to SFP Modules, page 2-21

• Where to Go Next, page 2-23

Preparing for Installation

This section covers these topics:

• Warnings, page 2-2

• Installation Guidelines, page 2-4

• Verifying Package Contents, page 2-6

• Verifying Switch Operation, page 2-6