Installation Guide

• Two rear mounting brackets (rails) for rear mounting in a four-post or cabinet installation.
Note
Rails are supplied only with the following switches:
◦ X450-G2
◦ X460-G2 PoE models:
▪ X460-G2-24p-GE4
▪ X460-G2-24p-10GE4
▪ X460-G2-24p-24hp-10GE4
▪ X460-G2-16mp-32p-10GE4
▪ X460-G2-48p-GE4
▪ X460-G2-48p-10GE4
◦ X465
◦ X480
◦ X670 and X670V
◦ X670-G2
◦ X690
◦ X770
◦ X870
You need the following additional tools and equipment. These are not provided with your switch.
• Rack mounting screws: eight for a four-post installation; four for other installations. The screw size
will vary based on your organization’s rack system. Screws are not provided.
• Screwdriver for securing the switch to the rack. The screwdriver size will vary based on the
requirements for the rack system you are using.
• #2 Phillips screwdriver to attach bracket screws that are provided with the switch. We recommend
using a magnetic screwdriver.
• AC power cord. For switches with removable AC power supplies, a separate power cord is needed
for each installed power supply. The cord must meet the requirements listed in Power Cord
Requirements for AC-Powered Switches and AC Power Supplies on page 653.
• ESD-preventive wrist strap for installing optional ports at the back of the switch.
Installing a Summit Family Switch
Before you attempt to install or remove an Extreme Networks switch, read the precautions in Safety
Considerations for Installing Switches on page 313 and Pre-installation Requirements on page 314.
If you are installing switches for use in a SummitStack configuration, read Building Stacks on page 237
before you install the switches.
Note
This document describes the installation process for switches that are supported on
ExtremeXOS version 16.x. For information about installing other series switches, refer to for
ExtremeSwitching Hardware Installation Guide for Switches Using ExtremeXOS Version 30.
ExtremeSwitching and switches fit into standard 19-inch equipment racks.
Installing Switches
Installing a Summit Family Switch
Summit Family Hardware Installation Guide 315