Installation guide

Chapter 3 Switch Installation
Installing the Switch
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Catalyst 3750 Switch Hardware Installation Guide
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Rack Mounting
To install the switch in a 19-inch or 24-inch rack (24-inch racks require optional
mounting hardware), follow the instructions described in these procedures:
• Removing Screws from the Switch, page 3-19
• Attaching Brackets to the Catalyst 3750G-24TS Switch, page 3-20
• Attaching Brackets to the Catalyst 3750-24TS, 3750G-24T, 3750G-12S, and
3750-48TS Switches, page 3-25
• Mounting the Switch in a Rack, page 3-28
• Attaching the Cable Guide, page 3-30
Note Installing the switch in a 24-inch rack requires an optional bracket kit not included
with the switch. You can order a kit containing the 24-inch rack-mounting
brackets and hardware from Cisco. For the Catalyst 3750G-24TS switches, order
part number RCKMNT-3550-1.5RU=. For the Catalyst 3750-24TS, 3750G-24T,
3750G-12S, and 3750-48TS switches, order part number RCKMNT-1RU=.
Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you
must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The
following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:
• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the
top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting
or servicing the unit in the rack.