Cisco Nexus 9332C NX-OS Mode Switch Hardware Installation Guide

First Published: 2019-02-15

Last Modified: 2019-02-14

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PREFACE Preface vii

Audience vii
Documentation Conventions vii
Documentation Feedback viii
Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request viii

CHAPTER 1 Overview 1

Overview 1

CHAPTER 2 Preparing the Site 7

Temperature Requirements 7
Humidity Requirements 7
Altitude Requirements 7
Dust and Particulate Requirements 8
Minimizing Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference 8
Shock and Vibration Requirements 9
Grounding Requirements 9
Planning for Power Requirements 9
Airflow Requirements 11
Rack and Cabinet Requirements 11
Clearance Requirements 12

CHAPTER 3 Installing the Switch Chassis 15

Safety 15

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Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits 18

Airflow Considerations 19
Installation Guidelines 19
Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch 20
Installing the Switch Using the NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU Rack-Mount Kit 21
Installing the Switch Using the N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT Rack-Mount Kit 25
Installing the Airflow Sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV) 29
Grounding the Chassis 31
Starting the Switch 32

CHAPTER 4 Connecting the Switch to the Network 35

Overview of Network Connections 35

Connecting a Console to the Switch 36
Creating the Initial Switch Configuration 37
Setting Up the Management Interface 38
Connecting Interface Ports to Other Devices 39

CHAPTER 5 Replacing Components 41

Replacing a Fan Module 41
Removing a Fan Module 41
Installing a Fan Module 42
Replacing a Power Supply Module 42
Replacing an AC Power Supply 42
Replacing a DC Power Supply 43

APPENDIX A Rack Specifications 45

Overview of Racks 45
General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks 45
Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks 46
Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets 46
Cable Management Guidelines 46

APPENDIX B System Specifications 47

Environmental Specifications 47

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Switch Dimensions 47
Switch and Module Weights and Quantities 48
Transceiver and Cable Specifications 48
Switch Power Input Requirements 48
Power Specifications 49
750-W AC Power Supply Specifications 49
1100-W AC Power Supply Specifications 49
1100-W HVAC/HVDC Power Supply Specifications 50
1100-W DC Power Supply Specifications 50
Power Cable Specifications 51
Power Cable Specifications for AC Power Supplies 51
HVAC/HVDC Power Cables Supported by ACI-Mode and NX-OS Mode Switches 52
DC Power Cable Specifications 53
Regulatory Standards Compliance Specifications 53

APPENDIX C LEDs 55
Switch Chassis LEDs 55
Fan Module LEDs 55
Power Supply LEDs 55

APPENDIX D Additional Kits 57

Rack Mount Kit NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU 57
Rack Mount Kit N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT 58
Airflow Sleeve 58

APPENDIX E Site Preparation and Maintenance Records 61

Site Preparation Checklist 61
Contact and Site Information 62
Chassis and Module Information 63

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 Preface
• Audience, on page vii
• Documentation Conventions, on page vii
• Documentation Feedback, on page viii
• Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request , on page viii

Audience
This publication is for hardware installers and network administrators who install, configure, and maintain
Cisco Nexus switches.

Documentation Conventions
Command descriptions use the following conventions:

Convention Description
bold Bold text indicates the commands and keywords that you enter literally
as shown.

Italic Italic text indicates arguments for which the user supplies the values.

[x] Square brackets enclose an optional element (keyword or argument).

[x | y] Square brackets enclosing keywords or arguments separated by a vertical

bar indicate an optional choice.

{x | y} Braces enclosing keywords or arguments separated by a vertical bar

indicate a required choice.

[x {y | z}] Nested set of square brackets or braces indicate optional or required

choices within optional or required elements. Braces and a vertical bar
within square brackets indicate a required choice within an optional
element.

variable Indicates a variable for which you supply values, in context where italics
cannot be used.

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Convention Description
string A nonquoted set of characters. Do not use quotation marks around the
string or the string will include the quotation marks.

Examples use the following conventions:

Convention Description
screen font Terminal sessions and information the switch displays are in screen font.

boldface screen font Information you must enter is in boldface screen font.

italic screen font Arguments for which you supply values are in italic screen font.

<> Nonprinting characters, such as passwords, are in angle brackets.

[] Default responses to system prompts are in square brackets.

!, # An exclamation point (!) or a pound sign (#) at the beginning of a line

of code indicates a comment line.

Documentation Feedback
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to [email protected]. We appreciate your feedback.

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• Overview, on page 1

Overview
The Cisco Nexus 9332C switch (N9K-C9332C) is a 1-RU, fixed-port switch designed for deployment in data
centers. This switch has 32 40/100-Gigabit QSFP28 ports and 2 SFP ports. Ports 25-32 offer hardware support
for MACsec encryption.
To determine how to use and configure these ports, see the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS Interfaces
Configuration Guide.
To determine which transceivers, adapters, and cables this switch supports, see the Cisco Transceiver Modules
Compatibility Information document.
This switch includes the following user-replaceable components:
• Fan modules (five) with the following airflow choices:
• Port-side exhaust airflow with blue coloring (NXA-FAN-35CFM-PE)
• Port-side intake airflow with burgundy coloring (NXA-FAN-35CFM-PI)

Note Table 1: Fan Speeds for This Switch

Port-Side Intake Port-Side Exhaust

Fan Speed % Fan Speed %

Typical/Minimum 50% 70%

Maximum 100% 100%

Note Each fan module has two rotors. The switch can function normally if one rotor
inside the any one fan module fails. In case of more than one rotor failure, the
switch will issue a warning and power down in 2 minute.

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• Power supply modules (two—One for operations and one for redundancy [1+1]) with the following
choices:
• 750-W AC power supply with port-side exhaust airflow (blue coloring) (NXA-PAC-750W-PE)
• 750-W AC power supply with port-side intake airflow (burgundy coloring) (NXA-PAC-750W-PI)
• 1100-W AC power supply with port-side exhaust airflow (blue coloring) (NXA-PAC-1100W-PE2)
• 1100-W AC power supply with port-side intake airflow (burgundy coloring) (NXA-PAC-1100W-PI2)
• 1100-W DC power supply with port-side exhaust airflow (blue coloring) (NXA-PDC-1100W-PE)
• 1100-W DC power supply with port-side intake airflow (burgundy coloring) (NXA-PDC-1100W-PI)
• 1100-W HVAC/HVDC power supply with port-side exhaust airflow (blue coloring)
(NXA-PHV-1100W-PE)
• 1100-W HVAC/HVDC power supply with port-side intake airflow (burgundy coloring)
(NXA-PHV-1100W-PI)

Note The 750-W AC PSU is compatible only with software versions

ACI-N9KDK9-14.2 or NXOS-9.3.3 and onwards.

Note Both power supplies use the same power source. Do not mix AC and DC power
sources.

Note All fan modules and power supplies must use the same airflow direction during
operations.

Note In the event that only one power supply is operating in an active system and a
second power supply is inserted, the system fan will slow down to 50% of Max
speed for 12 seconds. It can take up to 10 seconds for the second power supply
to become active. Please do not remove the first power supply during this
time-frame, in order to avoid system shutdown.

The following figure shows the hardware features seen from the port side of the chassis.

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Figure 1: Port Side View of the Cisco Nexus 9332C Switch

1 Chassis LEDs (Beacon [BCN], Status [STS], and Environment 3 40/100-Gigabit QSFP28 ports
[ENV]) (32)

2 SFP ports (2)

The following figure shows the hardware features seen from the power supply side of the chassis.
Figure 2: Power Supply Side View of the Cisco Nexus 9332C Switch

1 Power supply (2), one is for operations and one 5 USB port
is for redundancy. Power supply slot 1 on the left
and slot 2 on the right.

2 Management port (RJ-45) 6 Chassis LEDs (Beacon [BCN] and Status [STS])

3 Console port (RS232) 7 Fan modules (5) with fan slot 1 on the left and fan
slot 5 on the right

4 Management port (SFP)

The following figure shows the hardware features seen from the side of the chassis.

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Figure 3: Side View of the Cisco Nexus 9332C Switch

1 Screw holes (6) for attaching rack mounting 2 Screw holes (2) for attaching grounding lug
brackets

Note The limit for USB support is USB 2.0 devices that use less than 2.5 W (less than 0.5 A inclusive of surge
current). Devices, such as external hard drives, that instantaneously draw more than 0.5 A are not supported.

Depending on whether you plan to position the ports in a hot or cold aisle, you can order the fan and power
supply modules with port-side intake (burgundy colored) or port-side exhaust (blue colored) airflow. The
power supply and fan modules must have the same coloring.
The fan and power supply modules are field replaceable and you can replace one fan module or one power
supply module during operations so long as the other modules are operating. If you have only one power
supply that is installed, you can install the replacement power supply in the open slot before removing the
original power supply.

Note The fan and power supply modules must have the same direction of airflow. Otherwise, the switch can overheat
and shut down.

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Caution If the switch has port-side intake airflow (burgundy coloring for fan modules), you must locate the ports in
the cold aisle. If the switch has port-side exhaust airflow (blue coloring for fan modules), you must locate the
ports in the hot aisle. If you locate the air intake in a hot aisle, the switch can overheat and shut down.

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Preparing the Site
• Temperature Requirements, on page 7
• Humidity Requirements, on page 7
• Altitude Requirements, on page 7
• Dust and Particulate Requirements, on page 8
• Minimizing Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference, on page 8
• Shock and Vibration Requirements, on page 9
• Grounding Requirements, on page 9
• Planning for Power Requirements, on page 9
• Airflow Requirements, on page 11
• Rack and Cabinet Requirements, on page 11
• Clearance Requirements, on page 12

Temperature Requirements
The switch requires an operating temperature of 32 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (0 to 40 degrees Celsius). If
the switch is not operating, the temperature must be between –40 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit (–40 to 70 degrees
Celsius).

Humidity Requirements
Buildings in which the climate is controlled by air-conditioning in the warmer months and by heat during the
colder months usually maintain an acceptable level of humidity for the switch equipment. However, if the
switch is located in an unusually humid location, use a dehumidifier to maintain the humidity within an
acceptable range.

Altitude Requirements
Altitude rating is based on power supply installed; see critical components list in the system CB report for
altitude rating.

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Dust and Particulate Requirements

Exhaust fans cool power supplies and system fans cool switches by drawing in air and exhausting air out
through various openings in the chassis. However, fans also ingest dust and other particles, causing contaminant
buildup in the switch and increased internal chassis temperature. Dust and particles can act as insulators and
interfere with the mechanical components in the switch. A clean operating environment can greatly reduce
the negative effects of dust and other particles.
In addition to keeping your environment free of dust and particles, follow these precautions to avoid
contamination of your switch:
• Do not permit smoking near the switch.
• Do not permit food or drink near the switch.

Minimizing Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference

Electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) from the switch can adversely
affect other devices, such as radio and television (TV) receivers. Radio frequencies that emanate from the
switch can also interfere with cordless and low-power telephones. Conversely, RFI from high-power telephones
can cause spurious characters to appear on the switch monitor.
RFI is defined as any EMI with a frequency above 10 kHz. This type of interference can travel from the switch
to other devices through the power cable and power source or through the air as transmitted radio waves. The
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) publishes specific regulations to limit the amount of EMI and
RFI that are emitted by computing equipment. Each switch meets these FCC regulations.
To reduce the possibility of EMI and RFI, follow these guidelines:
• Cover all open expansion slots with a blank filler plate.
• Always use shielded cables with metal connector shells for attaching peripherals to the switch.

When wires are run for any significant distance in an electromagnetic field, interference can occur to the
signals on the wires with the following implications:
• Bad wiring can result in radio interference emanating from the plant wiring.
• Strong EMI, especially when it is caused by lightning or radio transmitters, can destroy the signal drivers
and receivers in the chassis and even create an electrical hazard by conducting power surges through
lines into equipment.

Note To predict and prevent strong EMI, you need to consult experts in radio frequency interference (RFI).

The wiring is unlikely to emit radio interference if you use a twisted-pair cable with a good distribution of
grounding conductors. If you exceed the recommended distances, use a high-quality twisted-pair cable with
one ground conductor for each data signal when applicable.

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Shock and Vibration Requirements

Caution If the wires exceed the recommended distances, or if wires pass between buildings, give special consideration
to the effect of a lightning strike in your vicinity. The electromagnetic pulse that is caused by lightning or
other high-energy phenomena can easily couple enough energy into unshielded conductors to destroy electronic
switches. You will want to consult experts in electrical surge suppression and shielding if you had similar
problems in the past.

Shock and Vibration Requirements

The switch has been shock- and vibration-tested for operating ranges, handling, and earthquake standards.

Grounding Requirements
The switch is sensitive to variations in voltage that is supplied by the power sources. Overvoltage, undervoltage,
and transients (or spikes) can erase data from memory or cause components to fail. To protect against these
types of problems, ensure that there is an earth-ground connection for the switch. You can connect the grounding
pad on the switch either directly to the earth-ground connection or to a fully bonded and grounded rack.
When you properly install the chassis in a grounded rack, the switch is grounded because it has a metal-to-metal
connection to the rack. Alternatively, you can ground the chassis by using a customer-supplied grounding
cable that meets your local and national installation requirements. For U.S. installations, we recommend
6-AWG wire. Connect your grounding cable to the chassis with a grounding lug (provided in the switch
accessory kit) and to the facility ground.

Note You automatically ground AC power supplies when you connect them to AC power sources. For DC power
supplies, you must connect a grounding wire when wiring the power supply to the DC power source.

Note An electrical conducting path shall exist between the product chassis and the metal surface of the enclosure
or rack in which it is mounted or to a grounding conductor. Electrical continuity shall be provided by using
thread-forming type mounting screws that remove any paint or non-conductive coatings and establish a
metal-to-metal contact. Any paint or other non-conductive coatings shall be removed on the surfaces between
the mounting hardware and the enclosure or rack. The surfaces shall be cleaned and an antioxidant applied
before installation.

Planning for Power Requirements

The switch includes two power supplies (1-to-1 redundancy with current sharing) in one of the following
combinations:
• Two 1100-W AC power supplies
• Two 1100-W DC power supplies

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• Two 1100-W HVAC/HVDC power supplies

Note Both power supplies must be the same type. Do not mix AC and DC power supplies in the same chassis.

Note For n+1 redundancy, you can use one or two power sources for the two power supplies. For n+n redundancy,
you must use two power sources and connect each power supply to a separate power source.

The power supplies are rated to output up to 1100 W, but the switch requires less than those amounts of power
from the power supply. To operate the switch, you must provision enough power from the power source to
cover the requirements of both the switch and a power supply. Typically, this switch and a power supply
require about 367 W of power input from the power source, but you must provision as much as 777 W power
input from the power source to cover peak demand.

Note Some of the power supply modules have rating capabilities that exceed the switch requirements. When
calculating your power requirements, use the switch requirements to determine the amount of power that is
required for the power supplies.

To minimize the possibility of circuit failure, make sure that each power-source circuit that is used by the
switch is dedicated to the switch.

Note For AC input application, please refer to the following statement:

Warning Statement 1005—Circuit Breaker when using AC power supplies

This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the
protective devices are rated not greater than 20A (North America), 16A (Europe), and 13A (UK).

Note For DC input application, please refer to the following statement:

Warning Statement 1005—Circuit Breaker when using DC power supplies

This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection.
• Ensure that the protective devices are rated not greater than 30A when the switch is powered with regular
DC power supplies (rated 48-60VDC).
• Ensure that the protective devices are rated not greater than 10A when the switch is powered with HVDC
power supplies (rated 240-350VDC).

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Warning Statement 1033

Connect the unit only to DC power source that complies with the Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV)
requirements in IEC 60950 based safety standards.

Note We recommend 8-AWG wire for DC installations in the U.S.

Note For the power cables to use with the power supplies, see Power Cable Specifications, on page 51.

Airflow Requirements
The switch is positioned with its ports in either the front or the rear of the rack depending on your cabling
and maintenance requirements. You must have fan and power supply modules that move the coolant air from
the cold aisle to the hot aisle in one of the following ways:
• Port-side exhaust airflow—Cool air enters the chassis through the fan and power supply modules in the
cold aisle and exhausts through the port end of the chassis in the hot aisle.
• Port-side intake airflow—Cool air enters the chassis through the port end in the cold aisle and exhausts
through the fan and power supply modules in the hot aisle.

You can identify the airflow direction of each fan and power supply module by its coloring as follows:
• Blue coloring indicates port-side exhaust airflow.
• Burgundy coloring indicates port-side intake airflow.
• White coloring on HVAC/HVDC power supplies indicates dual-direction airflow.

Note To prevent the switch from overheating and shutting down, you must position the air intake for the switch in
a cold aisle. The fan and power supply modules must have the same direction of airflow (even if their coloring
is different). If you must change the airflow direction for the switch, you must shutdown the switch before
changing the modules.

Rack and Cabinet Requirements

You can install the following types of racks or cabinets for your switch:
• Standard perforated cabinets
• Solid-walled cabinets with a roof fan tray (bottom-to-top cooling)

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• Standard open four-post Telco racks

Work with your cabinet vendors to determine which of their cabinets meet the following requirements or see
the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) for recommendations:
• Use a standard 19-inch (48.3-cm), four-post Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) cabinet or rack with
mounting rails that conform to English universal hole spacing per section 1 of the ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992
standard.
• The depth of a four-post rack must be 24 to 32 inches (61.0 to 81.3 cm) between the front and rear
mounting rails (for proper mounting of the bottom-support brackets or other mounting hardware).
• Required clearances between the chassis and the edges of its rack or the interior of its cabinet are as
follows:
• 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) between the front of the chassis and the interior of the cabinet (required for
cabling).
• 3.0 inches (7.6 cm) between the rear of the chassis and the interior of the cabinet (required for airflow
in the cabinet if used).
• No clearance is required between the chassis and the sides of the rack or cabinet (no side airflow).

Also, you must have power receptacles that are located within reach of the power cords that are used with the
switch.

Warning Statement 1048—Rack Stabilization

The rack stabilizing mechanism must be in place, or the rack must be bolted to the floor before installation
or servicing. Failure to stabilize the rack can cause bodily injury.

Clearance Requirements
Provide the chassis with adequate clearance between the chassis and any other rack, device, or structure so
that you can properly install the chassis. Provide the chassis with adequate clearance to route cables, provide
airflow, and maintain the switch. For the clearances required for an installation of this chassis in a four-post
rack, see the following figure.

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1 Chassis 5 Depth of the chassis

2 Vertical rack-mount posts and rails 6 Maximum extension of the bottom-support rails
36.0 in (91.0 cm)

3 Chassis width 7 Depth of the front clearance area (equal to the

depth of the chassis).
17.3 in (43.9 cm)

4 Width of the front clearance area (equal to the

width of the chassis with two rack-mount
brackets that are attached to it).
19.0 in (43.3 cm)

Note Both the front and rear of the chassis must be open to both aisles for airflow.

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Installing the Switch Chassis
• Safety, on page 15
• Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits, on page 18
• Airflow Considerations, on page 19
• Installation Guidelines, on page 19
• Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch, on page 20
• Installing the Switch Using the NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU Rack-Mount Kit, on page 21
• Installing the Switch Using the N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT Rack-Mount Kit, on page 25
• Installing the Airflow Sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV), on page 29
• Grounding the Chassis, on page 31
• Starting the Switch, on page 32

Safety
Before you install, operate, or service the switch, see the Regulatory, Compliance, and Safety Information for
the Cisco Nexus 3000 and 9000 Series for important Safety Information.

Warning Statement 1071—Warning Definition

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar
with standard practices for preventing accidents. Read the installation instructions before using, installing, or
connecting the system to the power source. Use the statement number provided at the end of each warning
statement to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings for this device.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Warning Statement 1089—Instructed and Skilled Person Definitions

An instructed person is someone who has been instructed and trained by a skilled person and takes the necessary
precautions when working with equipment.
A skilled person or qualified personnel is someone who has training or experience in the equipment technology
and understands potential hazards when working with equipment.

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Warning Statement 1004—Installation Instructions

Read the installation instructions before using, installing, or connecting the system to the power source.

Warning Statement 1040—Product Disposal

Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.

Warning Statement 1074—Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes

To reduce risk of electric shock or fire, installation of the equipment must comply with local and national
electrical codes.

Warning Statement 371—Power Cable and AC Adapter

When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables, power cables, AC adapters,
and batteries. Using any other cables or adapters could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and
Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL-certified cables (that have the "UL" or "CSA" shown on the
cord), not regulated with the subject law by showing "PSE" on the cord, for any other electrical devices than
products designated by Cisco.

Note Statement 407—Japanese Safety Instruction

You are strongly advised to read the safety instruction before using the product.
https://www.cisco.com/web/JP/techdoc/pldoc/pldoc.html
When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables/power cables/AC adapters.

Warning Statement 1017—Restricted Area

This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. Only skilled, instructed, or qualified personnel
can access a restricted access area.

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Warning Statement 1030—Equipment Installation

Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Warning Statement 1091—Installation by an Instructed Person

Only an instructed person or skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
See statement 1089 for the definition of an instructed or skilled person.

Warning Statement 1028—More Than One Power Supply

This unit might have more than one power supply connection. To reduce risk of electric shock, remove all
connections to de-energize the unit.

Warning Statement 1003—DC Power Disconnection

Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit.

Warning Statement 1046—Installing or Replacing the Unit

To reduce risk of electric shock, when installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be
made first and disconnected last.

Warning Statement 1022—Disconnect Device

To reduce risk of electric shock and fire, a readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated
in the fixed wiring.

Warning Statement 1033—Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV)—IEC 60950/ES1–IEC 62368 DC Power Supply
To reduce risk of electric shock, connect the unit only to a DC power source that complies with the SELV
requirements in IEC 60950-based safety standards or ES1 requirements in IEC 62368-based safety standards.

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Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits

Warning Statement 1024—Ground Conductor

This equipment must be grounded. To reduce the risk of electric shock, never defeat the ground conductor or
operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical
inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.

Warning Statement 1252—Equipment Grounding

This equipment must be grounded. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord, plug, or combination
must be connected to a properly grounded electrode, outlet, or terminal.

Warning Statement 1032—Lifting the Chassis

To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles
on modules, such as power supplies, fans, or cards. These types of handles are not designed to support the
weight of the unit.

Warning Statement 1006—Chassis Warning for Rack-Mounting and Servicing

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.

Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits

The rack-mount kit enables you to install the switch into racks of varying depths. You can position the switch
with easy access to either the port connections or the fan and power supply modules.
You can install the switch using the following rack-mount options:
• Rack-mount kit (NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU) which you can order from Cisco. This option offers you easy
installation, greater stability, increased weight capacity, added accessibility, and improved removability
with front and rear removal.
• Rack-mount kit (N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT) which you can order from Cisco.

The rack or cabinet that you use must meet the requirements listed the in General Requirements for Cabinets
and Racks, on page 45 section.

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Airflow Considerations

Note You are responsible for verifying that your rack and rack-mount hardware comply with the guidelines that
are described in this doc.

Airflow Considerations
The switch comes with fan and power supply modules that have either port-side intake or port-side exhaust
airflow for cooling the switch. If you are positioning the port end of the switch in a cold aisle, make sure that
the switch has port-side intake fan modules with burgundy coloring. If you are positioning the fan and power
supply modules in a cold aisle, make sure that the switch has port-side exhaust fan modules with blue colorings.
All fan modules must have the same direction of airflow.

Installation Guidelines
When installing the switch, follow these guidelines:
• Ensure that there is adequate clearance space around the switch to allow for servicing the switch and for
adequate airflow.
• Ensure that you are positioning the switch in a rack so that it takes in cold air from the cold aisle and
exhausts air to the hot aisle. If there is blue coloring on the fan modules, the switch is configured for
port-side exhaust airflow and you must position the module side of the switch in a cold aisle. If there is
burgundy coloring on the fan modules, the switch is configured for port-side intake airflow and you must
position the port side of the switch in a cold aisle.
• Ensure that the chassis can be adequately grounded. If the switch is not mounted in a grounded rack, we
recommend connecting the system ground on the chassis directly to an earth ground.
• Ensure that the site power meets the power requirements for the switch. If available, you can use an
uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect against power failures.

Caution Avoid UPS types that use ferroresonant technology. These UPS types can become
unstable with the switch, which can have substantial current draw fluctuations
because of fluctuating data traffic patterns.

• Ensure that circuits are sized according to local and national codes. Typically, this often requires one or
both of the following:
• AC power supplies typically require at least a 15-A or 20-A AC circuit, 100 to 240 VAC, and a
frequency of 50 to 60 Hz.
• DC power supplies require the following:
• DC input voltage range of –48 to -60 VDC nominal (self-ranging, –40 to –60 VDC)
• DC line input current (steady state) of 23 A peak at –48 VDC

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Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch

Caution To prevent loss of input power, ensure the total maximum loads on the circuits
supplying power to the switch are within the current ratings for the wiring and
breakers.

Note For AC input application, please refer to the statement below:

Warning Statement 1005—Circuit Breaker

This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent)
protection. Ensure that the protective devices is rated not greater than 20A (North
America), 16A (Europe), and 13A (UK).

Note For DC input application, please refer to the statement below:

Warning Statement 1005—Circuit Breaker

This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent)
protection. Ensure that the protective devices is rated not greater than 40A for
the regular DC power supplies (rated 48-60VDC) and 10A for the HVDC power
supplies.

Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch

Before you install the switch, be sure to unpack and inspect the switch for damage or missing components.
If anything is missing or damaged, contact your customer service representative immediately.

Tip Keep the shipping container in case the chassis requires shipping at a later time.

Before you begin

Before you unpack the switch and before you handle any switch components, be sure that you are wearing a
grounded electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap. To ground the strap, attach it directly to an earth ground or to
a grounded rack or grounded chassis (there must be a metal-to-metal connection to the earth ground).

Step 1 Compare the shipment to the equipment list provided by your customer service representative and verify that you have
received all items, including the following:

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• Accessory Kit

Step 2 Check for damage and report any discrepancies or damage to your customer service representative. Have the following
information ready:
• Invoice number of shipper (see packing slip)
• Model and serial number of the damaged unit
• Description of damage
• Effect of damage on the installation

Step 3 Check to be sure that each of the power supply and the fan tray modules have the expected direction of airflow as follows:
• Port-side intake airflow modules
• Burgundy (fan modules and power supplies)

• Port-side exhaust airflow modules

• Blue (fan modules and power supplies)

Note All power supplies and fan modules must have the same direction of airflow.

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Kit
To install the switch, you must attach front and rear mounting brackets to the switch, install slider rails on the
rear of the rack, slide the switch onto the slider rails, and secure the switch to the front of the rack. Typically,
the front of the rack is the side easiest to access for maintenance.

Note You must supply the eight 10-32 or 12-24 screws required to mount the slider rails and switch to the rack.

Before you begin

• You have inspected the switch shipment to ensure that you have everything ordered.
• Make sure that the switch rack-mount kit includes the following parts:
• Front rack-mount brackets (2)
• Rear rack-mount brackets (2)
• Slider rails (2)
• M4 x 0.7 x 8-mm Phillips pan-head screws (10)

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• The rack is installed and secured to its location.

Step 1 Install two front rack-mount brackets and the two rear rack-mount brackets to the switch as follows:
a) Determine which end of the chassis is to be located in the cold aisle as follows:
• If the switch has port-side intake modules (fan modules with burgundy coloring), position the switch so that its
ports will be in the cold aisle.
• If the switch has port-side exhaust modules (fan modules with blue coloring), position the switch so that its fan
and power supply modules will be in the cold aisle.

b) Position the front rack-mount bracket and the rear rack-mount bracket so that its screw holes are aligned to the screw
holes on the side of the chassis.
Note You can align the holes in the rack-mount bracket to the holes on the side of the chassis (see the two
ways to mount these brackets on a typical chassis, in following figure). The holes that you use depend
on the requirements of your rack and the amount of clearance required for interface cables (3 inches [7.6
mm] minimum) and module handles (1 inch [2.5 mm] minimum).

c) Secure the front-mount bracket and the back-mount bracket to the chassis using four M4 screws and tighten each
screw to 12 in-lb (1.36 N·m) of torque.
d) Repeat Step 1 for the other front rack-mount bracket and the other back-mount bracket on the other side of the switch
and be sure to position that bracket the same distance from the front of the switch.
Note Depending on the chassis depth, the back rack-mount bracket may not fit. In that case the back rack-mount
bracket is not needed.

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Step 2 If you are not installing the chassis into a grounded rack, you must attach a customer-supplied grounding wire to the
chassis as explained in the Grounding the Chassis, on page 31 section. If you are installing the chassis into a grounded
rack, you can skip this step.
Step 3 Install the slider rails on the rack or cabinet as follows:
a) Determine which two posts of the rack or cabinet you should use for the slider rails. Of the four vertical posts in the
rack or cabinet, two will be used for the front mount brackets attached to the easiest accessed end of the chassis, and
the other two posts will have the slider rails.
b) Position a slider rail at the desired level on the back side of the rack and use 12-24 screws or 10-32 screws, depending
on the rack thread type, to attach the rails to the rack (see the following figure). Tighten 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb
(3.39 N·m) of torque and tighten 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) of torque.

c) Repeat Step 3 to attach the other slider rail to the other side of the rack.
To make sure that the slider rails are at the same level, you should use a level tool, tape measure, or carefully count
the screw holes in the vertical mounting rails.

Step 4 Insert the switch into the rack and attach it as follows:
a) Holding the switch with both hands, position the two rear rack-mount brackets on the switch between the rack or
cabinet posts that do not have slider rails attached to them (see the following figure).

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b) Align the two rear rack-mount guides on either side of the switch with the slider rails installed in the rack. Slide the
rack-mount guides onto the slider rails, and then gently slide the switch all the way into the rack until the front
rack-mount brackets come in contact with two rack or cabinet posts.
c) Holding the chassis level, insert screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on the rack type) in each of the two front rack-mount
brackets (using a total of six screws) and into the cage nuts or threaded holes in the vertical rack-mounting rails (see
the following figure).

d) Tighten the 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) or tighten the 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb (3.39 N·m).
Step 5 If you attached a grounding wire to the chassis grounding pad, connect the other end of the wire to the facility ground.

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Installing the Switch Using the N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT Rack-Mount

Kit
To install the switch, you must attach front and rear mounting brackets to the switch, install slider rails on the
rear of the rack, slide the switch onto the slider rails, and secure the switch to the front of the rack. Typically,
the front of the rack is the side easiest to access for maintenance.

Note You must supply the eight 10-32 or 12-24 screws required to mount the slider rails and switch to the rack.

Before you begin

• You have inspected the switch shipment to ensure that you have everything ordered.
• Make sure that the switch rack-mount kit includes the following parts:
• Front rack-mount brackets (2)
• Rear rack-mount brackets (2)
• Slider rails (2)
• M4 x 0.7 x 8-mm Phillips countersink screws (12)

• The rack is installed and secured to its location.

Step 1 Install two front-mount brackets to the switch as follows:

a) Determine which end of the chassis is to be located in the cold aisle as follows:
• If the switch has port-side intake modules (fan modules with burgundy coloring), position the switch so that its
ports will be in the cold aisle.
• If the switch has port-side exhaust modules (fan modules with blue coloring), position the switch so that its fan
and power supply modules will be in the cold aisle.

b) Position a front-mount bracket so that four of its screw holes are aligned to the screw holes on the side of the chassis.
Note You can align any four of the holes in the front rack-mount bracket to four of the six screw holes on the
side of the chassis (see the two ways to mount these brackets on a typical chassis, in following figure).
The holes that you use depend on the requirements of your rack and the amount of clearance required
for interface cables (3 inches [7.6 mm] minimum) and module handles (1 inch [2.5 mm] minimum).

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1 Front rack-mount bracket aligned to the port end of 5 Front rack-mount bracket aligned to the module end
the chassis of the chassis

2 Four M4 screws used to attach the bracket to the 6 Four M4 screws used to attach the bracket to the
chassis chassis

3 Rear rack-mount guide aligned to the module end of 7 Two M4 screws used to attach the bracket to the
the chassis chassis

4 Two M4 screws used to attach the bracket to the 8 Rear rack-mount guide aligned to the port end of the
chassis chassis

c) Secure the front-mount bracket to the chassis using four M4 screws and tighten each screw to 12 in-lb (1.36 N·m)
of torque.
d) Repeat Step 1 for the other front rack-mount bracket on the other side of the switch and be sure to position that bracket
the same distance from the front of the switch.
Step 2 Install the two rear rack-mount brackets on the chassis as follows:
a) Align the two screw holes on a rear rack-mount bracket to the middle two screw holes in the remaining six screw
holes on a side of the chassis. If you are aligning the guide to holes that are near the port connections end of the
chassis, see Callout 3 in the previous figure. Otherwise, see Callout 7 in the previous figure.
b) Attach the guide to the chassis using two M4 screws (see Callout 4 or 8 in the previous figure). Tighten the screws
to 12 in-lb (1.36 N·m) of torque.
c) Repeat Step 2 for the other rear rack-mount bracket on the other side of the switch.

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Step 3 If you are not installing the chassis into a grounded rack, you must attach a customer-supplied grounding wire to the
chassis as explained in the Grounding the Chassis, on page 31 section.. If you are installing the chassis into a grounded
rack, you can skip this step.
Step 4 Install the slider rails on the rack or cabinet as follows:
a) Determine which two posts of the rack or cabinet you should use for the slider rails. Of the four vertical posts in the
rack or cabinet, two will be used for the front mount brackets attached to the easiest accessed end of the chassis, and
the other two posts will have the slider rails.
b) Position a slider rail at the desired level on the back side of the rack and use two 12-24 screws or two 10-32 screws,
depending on the rack thread type, to attach the rails to the rack (see the following figure). Tighten 12-24 screws to
30 in-lb (3.39 N·m) of torque and tighten 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) of torque.

1 Slider rail with screw holes aligned to screw holes in 2 Two customer-supplied 12-24 or 10-32 screws used
rack to attach each slider rail to the rack

c) Repeat Step 3 to attach the other slider rail to the other side of the rack.
To make sure that the slider rails are at the same level, you should use a level tool, tape measure, or carefully count
the screw holes in the vertical mounting rails.

Step 5 Insert the switch into the rack and attach it as follows:
a) Holding the switch with both hands, position the two rear rack-mount brackets on the switch between the rack or
cabinet posts that do not have slider rails attached to them (see the following figure).

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1 Align the two rear rack-mount bracket guides with 3 Front-mount brackets.
the slider rails installed in the rack.

2 Slide the rack-mount guides onto the slider rails until 4 Mounting rails on rack or cabinet posts.
the front rack-mount brackets come in contact with
the front rack-mount rails.

b) Align the two rear rack-mount guides on either side of the switch with the slider rails installed in the rack. Slide the
rack-mount guides onto the slider rails, and then gently slide the switch all the way into the rack until the front
rack-mount brackets come in contact with two rack or cabinet posts.
c) Holding the chassis level, insert two screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on the rack type) in each of the two front
rack-mount brackets (using a total of four screws) and into the cage nuts or threaded holes in the vertical rack-mounting
rails (see the following figure).

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Installing the Airflow Sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV)

1 Fasten the chassis to the front of the rack with two 3 Mounting rails on rack or cabinet posts.
12-24 or 10-32 screws on each side.

2 Front-mount bracket.

d) Tighten the 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) or tighten the 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb (3.39 N·m).
Step 6 If you attached a grounding wire to the chassis grounding pad, connect the other end of the wire to the facility ground.

Installing the Airflow Sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV)

The airflow sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV) is installed to allow proper airflow, so that the switch is properly
cooled.

Table 2: Airflow Sleeve Minimum and Maximum Rack Rail Depth with the N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT.

Chassis Minimum Rack Depth Maximum Rack Depth

N9K-C92348GC-X 636.49 mm 748.25 mm

N9K-C9316D-GX 824.80 mm 916.60 mm

N9K-C9332C 794.20 mm 898.70 mm

N9K-C9332D-GX2B 824.00 mm 915.80 mm

N9K-C9336C-FX2 315.90 mm 355.90 mm

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Chassis Minimum Rack Depth Maximum Rack Depth

N9K-C9336C-FX2-E 806.90 mm 898.70 mm

N9K-C9348GC-FXP 672.49 mm 764.29 mm

N9K-C93108TC-FX 781.29 mm 873.09 mm

N9K-C93108TC-FX3P 672.49 mm 769.69 mm

N9K-C93180YC-FX 781.29 mm 873.09 mm

N9K-C93180YC-FX3 672.49 mm 784.25 mm

N9K-C93180YC-FX3S 672.49 mm 784.25 mm

N9K-C93600CD-GX 824.80 mm 916.60 mm

Note You supply the screws to mount the airflow sleeve.

Before you begin

• Verify that your shipment is complete.
• Install your rack in a secure location.

Insert the airflow sleeve into the rack and attach it as follows:
a) Holding the airflow sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV) with both hands, position it in front of the fan side of the chassis.
b) Holding the airflow sleeve level, insert screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on the rack type) in each of the two front
rack-mount flanges (using a total of two screws) and into the cage nuts or threaded holes in the vertical rack-mounting
rails (see the following figure).

c) Tighten the 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) or tighten the 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb (3.39 N·m).

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Grounding the Chassis

Grounding the Chassis

The switch chassis is automatically grounded when you properly install the switch in a grounded rack with
metal-to-metal connections between the switch and rack.

Note An electrical conducting path shall exist between the product chassis and the metal surface of the enclosure
or rack in which it is mounted or to a grounding conductor. Electrical continuity shall be provided by using
thread-forming type mounting screws that remove any paint or non-conductive coatings and establish a
metal-to-metal contact. Any paint or other non-conductive coatings shall be removed on the surfaces between
the mounting hardware and the enclosure or rack. The surfaces shall be cleaned and an antioxidant applied
before installation.

You can also ground the chassis, which is required if the rack is not grounded, by attaching a customer-supplied
grounding cable. Attach the cable to the chassis grounding pad and the facility ground.

Warning Statement 1024—Ground Conductor

This equipment must be grounded. To reduce the risk of electric shock, never defeat the ground conductor or
operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical
inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.

Warning Statement 1046—Installing or Replacing the Unit

To reduce risk of electric shock, when installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be
made first and disconnected last.

Before you begin

Before you can ground the chassis, you must have a connection to the earth ground for the data center building.

Step 1 Use a wire-stripping tool to remove approximately 0.75 inch (19 mm) of the covering from the end of the grounding
wire. We recommend 6-AWG wire for the U.S. installations.
Step 2 Insert the stripped end of the grounding wire into the open end of the grounding lug. Use a crimping tool to crimp the
lug to the wire, see the following figure. Verify that the ground wire is securely attached to the grounding lug by attempting
to pull the wire out of the crimped lug.

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1 Chassis grounding pad 3 2 M4 screws are used to secure the grounding lug to
the chassis

2 Grounding cable, with 0.75 in. (19 mm) of insulation

that is stripped from one end, which is inserted into
the grounding lug and crimped in place

Step 3 Secure the grounding lug to the chassis grounding pad with two M4 screws, see the previous figure. Tighten the screws
to 11 to 15 in-lb (1.24 to 1.69 N·m) of torque.
Step 4 Prepare the other end of the grounding wire and connect it to the facility ground.

Starting the Switch

You start the switch by connecting it to its dedicated power source. If you need n+1 redundancy, you must
connect each of the power supplies to one or two power sources. If you need n+n redundancy, you must
connect each power supply in a switch to a different power source.

Note This equipment is designed to boot up in less than 30 minutes, dependent on its neighboring devices being
fully up and running.

Before you begin

• The switch must be installed and secured to a rack or cabinet.
• The switch must be adequately grounded.
• The rack must be close enough to the dedicated power source so that you can connect the switch to the
power source by using a designated power cables.
• You have the designated power cables for the power supplies that you are connecting to the dedicated
power sources.

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Note Depending on the outlet receptacle on your AC power distribution unit, you might
need an optional jumper power cord to connect the switch to your outlet receptacle.

• The switch is not connected to the network (this includes any management or interface connections).
• The fan and power supply modules are fully secured in their chassis slots.

Step 1 For each AC power supply, do the following:

a) Using the recommended AC power cable for your country or region, connect one end to the AC power supply.
b) Connect the other end of the power cable to the AC power source.
Step 2 For each HVAC/HVDC power supply, connect it to a power source as follows:
a) Using the recommended high voltage power cable for your country or region, connect the Anderson Power Saf-D-Grid
connector on the power cable to the power receptacle on the power supply. Make sure that the connector clicks when
fully pushed into the receptacle.
b) Connect the other end of the power cable to a power source.
• When connecting to an HVAC power source, insert the C14 or LS-25 plug in a receptacle for the HVAC power
source.
• When connecting to an HVDC power source, do the following:
1. Verify that the power is turned off at a circuit breaker for the power source terminals.
2. Remove the nuts from each of the terminal posts for the power supply.
3. Place the power cable negative-wire terminal ring on the negative terminal for the power source and secure
them with a terminal nut.
4. Place the power cable positive-wire terminal ring on the positive terminal for the power source and secure
them with a terminal nut.
5. Place the power cable ground-wire terminal ring on the ground terminal for the power source and secure
them with a terminal nut.
6. If there is a safety cover for the power source terminals, place and secure it over the terminals to avoid an
electrical shock hazard.
7. Turn on the power at the power source circuit breaker.

Step 3 For each DC power supply, do the following:

a) Turn off the circuit breaker for the power source to avoid an electrical shock hazard.
b) Verify that the power cable wires from the power source are connected to a connector block.
c) Insert the connector block into the receptacle on the power supply. Make sure that the connector block clicks when
fully inserted in the receptacle and does not pull out.
d) If there is a safety cover for the terminals, place and secure it over the terminals to avoid an electrical shock hazard.
e) Turn on the power at the circuit breaker for the DC power source.
Step 4 Verify that the power supply LED is on and green.
Step 5 Listen for the fans; they should begin operating when the power supply is powered.

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Step 6 After the switch boots, verify that the following LEDs are lit:
• On the fan modules, the Status (STA or STS) LED is green.
If a fan module Status LED is not green, try reinstalling the fan module.
• After initialization, the switch chassis Status (labeled as STA or STS) LED is green.

Step 7 Verify that the system software has booted and the switch has initialized without error messages.
A setup utility automatically launches the first time that you access the switch and guides you through the basic
configuration. For instructions on how to configure the switch and check module connectivity, see the appropriate Cisco
Nexus 9000 Series configuration guide.

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Connecting the Switch to the Network
• Overview of Network Connections, on page 35
• Connecting a Console to the Switch, on page 36
• Creating the Initial Switch Configuration, on page 37
• Setting Up the Management Interface, on page 38
• Connecting Interface Ports to Other Devices, on page 39

Overview of Network Connections

After you install the switch in a rack and power it up, you are ready to make the following network connections:
• Console connection—This is a direct local management connection that you use to initially configure
the switch. You must make this connection first to initially configure the switch and determine its IP
address, which is needed for the other connections.
• Management connection—After you complete the initial configuration using a console, you can make
this connection to manage all future switch configurations.
• Uplink and downlink interface connections—These are connections to hosts and servers in the network.

Each of these connection types is explained in one of the sections that follow.

Note When running cables in overhead or subfloor cable trays, we strongly recommend that you locate power cables
and other potential noise sources as far away as practical from network cabling that terminates on Cisco
equipment. In situations where long parallel cable runs cannot be separated by at least 3.3 feet (1 meter), we
recommend that you shield any potential noise sources by housing them in a grounded metallic conduit.

Note When using SFP+ or SFP transceivers in a QSFP+ or QSFP28 uplink port, install a QSFP-to-SFP adapter,
such as the CVR-QSFP-SFP10G adapter, in the QSFP port and then install the SFP+ or SFP transceiver. The
switch automatically sets the port speed to the speed of the installed transceiver.

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Connecting a Console to the Switch

Connecting a Console to the Switch

Before you create a network management connection for the switch or connect the switch to the network, you
must create a local management connection through a console terminal. And then configure an IP address for
the switch. You can use the console to perform the following functions, each of which can be performed
through the management interface after you make that connection:
• Configure the switch using the command-line interface (CLI).
• Monitor network statistics and errors.
• Configure Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) agent parameters.
• Download software updates.

You make this local management connection between the asynchronous serial port on a supervisor module
and a console device capable of asynchronous transmission. Typically, you can use a computer terminal as
the console device. On the supervisor modules, you use the console serial port.

Note Before you can connect the console port to a computer terminal, make sure that the computer terminal supports
VT100 terminal emulation. The terminal emulation software makes communication between the switch and
computer possible during setup and configuration.

Before you begin

• The switch must be fully installed in its rack, which is connected to a power source, and grounded.
• The necessary cabling for the console, management, and network connections must be available.
• An RJ-45 rollover cable provided in the switch accessory kit.
• Network cabling is routed to the location of the installed switch.

Step 1 Configure the console device to match the following default port characteristics:
• 9600 baud
• 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit
• No parity

Step 2 Connect an RJ-45 rollover cable to the console port on the switch.
You can find this cable in the accessory kit.

Step 3 Route the RJ-45 rollover cable to the console or modem.

Step 4 Connect the other end of the RJ-45 rollover cable to the console or to a modem.

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Creating the Initial Switch Configuration

What to do next
You are ready to create the initial switch configuration (see Creating the Initial Switch Configuration, on page
37).

Creating the Initial Switch Configuration

You assign an IP address to the switch management interface so that you can then connect the switch to the
network.
When you initially power up the switch, it boots up and asks you a series of questions to configure the switch.
To connect the switch to the network, you can use the default choices for each configuration except the IP
address, which you must provide. You can perform the other configurations later as described in the Cisco
Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide.

Note Know the unique name that is needed to identify the switch among the devices in the network.

Before you begin

• A console device must be connected with the switch.
• The switch must be connected to a power source.
• Determine the IP address and the netmask that is needed for the Management (Mgmt0) interface.

Step 1 Power up the switch by connecting each installed power supply to an AC circuit.
If you are using the combined or power-supply (n+1) power mode, connect all the power supplies to the same AC circuit.
If you are using the input-source (n+n) power mode, connect half of the power supplies to one AC circuit. And connect
the other half of the power supplies to another AC circuit.
The Input and Output LEDs on each power supply light up (green) when the power supply units are sending power to
the switch, and the software asks you to specify a password to use with the switch.

Step 2 Enter a new password to use for this switch.

The software checks the security strength of your password and rejects your password if it is not considered to be a strong
password. To increase the security strength of your password, make sure that it adheres to the following guidelines:
• At least eight characters
• Minimizes or avoids the use of consecutive characters (such as "abcd").
• Minimizes or avoids repeating characters (such as "aaabbb").
• Does not contain recognizable words from the dictionary.
• Does not contain proper names.
• Contains both uppercase and lowercase characters
• Contains numbers and letters

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Setting Up the Management Interface

Examples of strong passwords include the following:

• If2CoM18
• 2004AsdfLkj30
• Cb1955S21

Note Clear text passwords cannot include the dollar sign ($) special character.

Tip If a password is trivial (such as a short, easy-to-decipher password), the software will reject your password
configuration. Be sure to configure a strong password as explained in this step. Passwords are case-sensitive.

If you enter a strong password, the software asks you to confirm the password.

Step 3 Enter the same password again.

If you enter the same password, the software accepts the password and begins asking a series of configuration questions.

Step 4 Until you are asked for an IP address, you can enter the default configuration for each question.
Repeat this step for each question until you are asked for the Mgmt0 IPv4 address.

Step 5 Enter the IP address for the management interface.

The software asks for the Mgmt0 IPv4 netmask.

Step 6 Enter a network mask for the management interface.

The software asks if you need to edit the configuration.

Step 7 Enter no not to edit the configuration.

The software asks if you need to save the configuration.

Step 8 Enter yes to save the configuration.

What to do next
You can now set up the management interface for each supervisor module on the switch.

Setting Up the Management Interface

The RJ-45 and/or SFP management ports provide out-of-band management, which enables you to use the
command-line interface (CLI) to manage the switch by its IP address. You can use one of these ports depending
on the cable and connecters that you are using to connect the management interface to the network.

Before you begin

• The switch must be powered on.
• The switch must be initially configured using a console.

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Connecting Interface Ports to Other Devices

Step 1 Connect the management cable into the management port on the switch. For shorter connections, you can use a cable
with RJ-45 connectors. For longer connections, you can use an optical cable with SFP transceivers (LH or SX type).
Note Use only one of these management ports—the switch does not support the use of both management ports.

Step 2 Connect the other end of the cable to a 10/100/1000 or SFP port on a network device.

Connecting Interface Ports to Other Devices

After you perform the initial configuration for the switch and create a management connection, you are ready
to connect the interface ports on the switch to other devices. Depending on the types of interface ports on the
switch, you will need to use interface cables with QSFP28, QSFP+, SFP+, SFP transceivers, or RJ-45 connectors
to connect the switch to other devices.

Note If you need to use SFP+ or SFP transceivers in a QSFP+ or QSFP28 uplink port, install a QSFP-to-SFP
adapter, such as the CVR-QSFP-SFP10G adapter, in the QSFP port and then install the SFP+ or SFP transceiver.
The switch automatically sets the port speed to the speed of the installed transceiver.

If the transceivers that you are using can be separated from their optical cables, install the transceivers without
their cables before inserting the cables into the transceivers. This helps to prolong the life of both the transceiver
and cables. When removing transceivers from the switch, it is best to remove the optical cable first and then
remove the transceiver.
To determine which transceivers, adapters, and cables are supported by this switch, see the Cisco Transceiver
Modules Compatibility Information document.

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 CHAPTER 5
Replacing Components
• Replacing a Fan Module, on page 41
• Replacing a Power Supply Module, on page 42

Replacing a Fan Module

You can replace a fan module while the switch is operating so long as you perform the replacement within
one minute. If you cannot perform the replacement within one minute, leave the original fan module in the
chassis to maintain the designed airflow until you have the replacement fan module on hand and can perform
the replacement.

Caution If you are replacing a module during operations, be sure that the replacement fan module has the correct
direction of airflow, which means that it has the same airflow direction as the other modules in the chassis.
Also, be sure that the airflow direction takes in air from a cold aisle and exhausts to a hot aisle. Otherwise,
the switch can overheat and shutdown.
If you are changing the airflow direction of all the modules in the chassis, you must shutdown the switch
before replacing all the fan and power supply modules with modules using the other airflow direction. During
operations, all of the modules must have the same direction of airflow.

Removing a Fan Module

Caution The fans might still be turning when you remove the fan assembly from the chassis. Keep fingers, screwdrivers,
and other objects away from the openings in the fan assembly's housing.

Holding the handle, pull the module out of the chassis.

Caution Do not touch the electrical connectors on the back side of the module and prevent anything else from coming
into contact with and damaging the connectors.

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Installing a Fan Module

Installing a Fan Module

Before you begin
• A fan slot must be open and ready for the new fan module to be installed.
• You must have a new fan module on hand and ready to install within one minute of removing the original
fan module if the switch is operating.
• The new fan module must have the same airflow direction as the other fan and power supply modules
installed in the switch.

Step 1 Holding the fan module by its handle, align the back of the fan module (the side with the electrical connectors) to the
open fan slot in the chassis.
Step 2 Slide the fan module into the slot until it clicks in place.
Step 3 Verify that the Status (STS) LED turns on and becomes green.

Replacing a Power Supply Module

The switch requires two power supplies for redundancy. With one power supply providing the necessary
power for operations, you can replace the other power supply during operations so long as the new power
supply has the same airflow direction as the other modules in the chassis.
You can replace a power supply with another supported power supply that has the same power source type
as the other installed power supply. Additionally, the airflow direction of the power supply must match or
conform to the airflow direction of the installed fan modules. For the airflow direction used by the switch,
see the coloring of the fan modules.

Replacing an AC Power Supply

You can replace an AC power supply during operations so long as the other power supply provides to the
switch.

Before you begin

Note You can determine the airflow direction by looking at the coloring of the latch on each power supply. AC
power supplies with burgundy latches have port-side intake airflow direction, and power supplies with blue
latches have port-side exhaust airflow direction.

•
• An AC power source must be within reach of the power cable that will be used with the replacement
power supply. If you are using n+n power redundancy, there must be a separate power source for each
power supply installed in the chassis.

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Replacing a DC Power Supply

• There must be an earth ground connection to the chassis that you are installing the replacement module.
AC power supplies connected to AC power sources are automatically grounded through their power
cable.

Step 1 Remove an AC power supply as follows:

a) Holding the plug for the power cable, pull the plug out from the power receptacle on the power supply and verify
that both power supply LEDs are off.
b) Grasp the power supply handle while pressing the colored release latch towards the power supply handle.
c) Place your other hand under the power supply to support it while you slide it out of the chassis.
Caution Do not touch the electrical connections on the back side of the module and prevent anything else from
coming into contact with and damaging the connectors.

Step 2 Install the replacement power supply as follows:

a) Holding the replacement power supply with one hand underneath the module and the other hand holding the handle,
turn the power supply so that its release latch is on the right side and align the back end of the power supply (the end
with the electrical connections) to the open power supply slot before carefully sliding the power supply all the way
into the slot until it clicks into place.
Note If the power supply does not fit into the open slot, turn the module over before sliding it carefully into
the open slot.

b) Test the installation by trying to pull the power supply out of the slot without using the release latch.
If the power supply does not move out of place, it is secured in the slot. If the power supply moves, carefully press
it all the way into the slot until it clicks in place.
c) Attach the power cable to the electrical outlet on the front of the power supply.
d) Make sure that the other end of the power cable is attached to the appropriate power source for the power supply.
Note Depending on the outlet receptacle on your power distribution unit, you might need the optional jumper
cable to connect the switch to your outlet receptacle.

e) Verify that the power supply is operational by making sure that the power supply LED is green.

Replacing a DC Power Supply

You can replace an DC power supply during operations so long as the other power supply provides power to
the switch.

Before you begin

•
Note You can determine the airflow direction by looking at the coloring of the latch
on each power supply. AC power supplies with burgundy latches have port-side
intake airflow direction, and power supplies with blue latches have port-side
exhaust airflow direction.

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Replacing a DC Power Supply

• An DC power source must be within reach of the power cables that will be used with the replacement
power supply. If you are using n+n power redundancy, there must be a separate power source for each
power supply installed in the chassis.
• There must be an earth ground connection to the chassis in which you are installing the replacement
power supply. If the switch is mounted properly in a grounded rack then there is no need to ground the
PSU. Some DC power supplies connected to DC power sources have three power cables (two for DC
power and one for grounding). Some, like the (NXA-PDC-1100W) only have two power cables (both
for DC power).
• We recommend 8-AWG wire for DC installation in the U.S.
• All DC power supplies have reverse polarity protection. When you inadvertently connect the input power
(+) to the DC PSU’s – terminal and the input power – to the DC PSU’s (+) terminal, the PSU will not
be damaged and will operate fine after the input power feeds are correctly wired.

Step 1 Remove a DC power supply as follows:

a) Turn off the circuit breaker for the power feed to the power supply that you are replacing.
Be sure that the LEDs turn off on the power supply that you are removing.
b) Remove the DC power connector block from the power supply by doing the following:
1. Push the orange plastic button on the top of the connector block inward toward the power supply.
2. Pull the connector block out of the power supply.

c) Grasp the power supply handle while pressing the release latch towards the power supply handle.
d) Place your other hand under the power supply to support it while you slide it out of the chassis.
Caution Do not touch the electrical connections on the back side of the module and prevent anything else from
coming into contact with and damaging the connectors.

Step 2 Install the replacement power supply as follows:

a) Holding the replacement power supply with one hand underneath the module and the other hand holding the handle,
turn the power supply so that its release latch is on the right side and align the back end of the power supply (the end
with the electrical connections) to the open power supply slot before carefully sliding the power supply all the way
into the slot until it clicks into place.
Note If the power supply does not fit into the open slot, turn the module over before sliding it carefully into
the open slot.

b) Test the installation by trying to pull the power supply out of the slot without using the release latch.
If the power supply does not move out of place, it is secured in the slot. If the power supply moves, carefully press
it all the way into the slot until it clicks in place.
c) Attach the power connector block end of the power cable to the electrical outlet on the front of the power supply.
d) Turn on the circuit breaker for the power source.
e) Verify that the power supply is operational by making sure that the power supply LED is green.

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 APPENDIX A
Rack Specifications
• Overview of Racks, on page 45
• General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks, on page 45
• Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks, on page 46
• Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets, on page 46
• Cable Management Guidelines, on page 46

Overview of Racks
You can install the switch in the following types of cabinets and racks, assuming an external ambient air
temperature range of 0 to 104°F (0 to 40°C):
• Standard perforated cabinets
• Solid-walled cabinets with a roof fan tray (bottom to top cooling)
• Standard open racks

Note If you are selecting an enclosed cabinet, we recommend one of the thermally validated types, either standard
perforated or solid-walled with a fan tray.

Note We do not recommend that you use racks that have obstructions (such as power strips), because the obstructions
could impair access to field-replaceable units (FRUs).

General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks

The cabinet or rack must also meet the following requirements:
• Standard 19-inch (48.3 cm) (two- or four-post EIA cabinet or rack, with mounting rails that conform to
English universal hole spacing per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992). For more information, see
Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets, on page 46.

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Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks

• The minimum vertical rack space requirement per chassis is:

• For a one RU (rack unit) switch, 1.75 inches (4.4 cm)
• For a one and a half RU (rack unit) switch, 2.63 (6.68 cm)
• For a two RU (rack unit) switch, 3.5 inches (8.8 cm)
• For a three RU (rack unit) switch, 5.25 inches (13.3 cm)

• The width between the rack-mounting rails must be at least 17.75 inches (45.0 cm) if the rear of the
device is not attached to the rack. For four-post EIA racks, this measurement is the distance between the
two front rails.

Four-post EIA cabinets (perforated or solid-walled) must meet the following requirements:
• The minimum spacing for the bend radius for fiber-optic cables should have the front-mounting rails of
the cabinet offset from the front door by a minimum of 3 inches (7.6 cm).
• The distance between the outside face of the front mounting rail and the outside face of the back mounting
rail should be 23.0 to 30.0 inches (58.4 to 76.2 cm) to allow for rear-bracket installation.

Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks

If you are mounting the chassis in an open rack (no side panels or doors), ensure that the rack meets the
following requirements:
• The minimum vertical rack space per chassis must be equal to the rack unit (RU) of the chassis. One
rack unit is equal to 1.75 inches (4.4 cm).
• The distance between the chassis air vents and any walls should be 2.5 inches (6.4 cm).

Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets

A perforated cabinet has perforations in its front and rear doors and side walls. Perforated cabinets must meet
the following requirements:
• The front and rear doors must have at least a 60 percent open area perforation pattern, with at least 15
square inches (96.8 square cm) of open area per rack unit of door height.
• The roof should be perforated with at least a 20 percent open area.
• The cabinet floor should be open or perforated to enhance cooling.

The Cisco R Series rack conforms to these requirements.

Cable Management Guidelines

To help with cable management, you might want to allow additional space in the rack above and below the
chassis to make it easier to route all of the fiber optic or copper cables through the rack.

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System Specifications
• Environmental Specifications, on page 47
• Switch Dimensions, on page 47
• Switch and Module Weights and Quantities, on page 48
• Transceiver and Cable Specifications, on page 48
• Switch Power Input Requirements, on page 48
• Power Specifications, on page 49
• Power Cable Specifications, on page 51
• Regulatory Standards Compliance Specifications, on page 53

Environmental Specifications
Environment Specification

Temperature Ambient operating temperature 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)

Ambient nonoperating –40 to 158°F (–40 to 70°C)

Relative Nonoperating 5 to 85%

humidity

Altitude Operating 0 to 13,123 feet (0 to 4,000 meters)

Switch Dimensions
Switch Width Depth Height

Cisco Nexus 9332C 17.3 inches (43.9 cm) 22.9 inches (58.1 cm) 1.72 inches (4.4 cm) (1 RU)

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Switch and Module Weights and Quantities

Switch and Module Weights and Quantities

Component Weight per Un

Cisco Nexus 9332C Chassis (N9K-C9332C) 25 lb (11.3 kg

Fan Module —
– Port-side exhaust (blue) (NXA-FAN-35CFM-PE) 0.26 lb (0.12 k
– Port-side intake (burgundy) (NXA-FAN-35CFM-PI)

Power Supply Module —

– 1100-W AC port-side exhaust (blue) (NXA-PAC-1100W-PE2) 2.42 lb (1.1 kg
– 1100-W AC port-side intake (burgundy) (NXA-PAC-1100W-PI2)
– 1100-W DC port-side exhaust (blue) (NXA-PDC-1100W-PE)
– 1100-W DC port-side intake (burgundy) (NXA-PDC-1100W-PI)
– 1100-W HVAC/HVDC port-side exhaust (blue) (NXA-PUV-1100W-PE)
– 1100-W HVAC/HVDC port-side intake (burgundy) (NXA-PUV-1100W-PI)
– 750-W AC port-side exhaust (blue) (NXA-PAC-750W-PE)
– 750-W AC port-side intake (burgundy) (NXA-PAC-750W-PI)

Transceiver and Cable Specifications

To determine which transceivers, adapters, and cables are supported by this switch, see https://www.cisco.com/
c/en/us/support/interfaces-modules/transceiver-modules/products-device-support-tables-list.html.
To see the transceiver specifications and installation information, see https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/
interfaces-modules/transceiver-modules/products-device-support-tables-list.html.

Switch Power Input Requirements

The following table lists the typical amount of power that the switch consumes. It also lists the maximum
amount of power that you must provision for the switch and power supply for peak conditions.

Note Some power supplies have capabilities that are greater than the maximum power requirements for a switch.
To determine the power consumption characteristics for the switch, use the typical and maximum requirements
that are listed in the following table.

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Power Specifications

Switch Typical Power Consumption (AC or DC) Maximum Power Heat Diss
Consumption (AC or Requirem
DC)
Cisco Nexus 9332C 296 W 708 W 2415.796
per hour

Power Specifications
Power specifications include the specifications for each type of power supply module.

750-W AC Power Supply Specifications

These specifications apply to the following power supplies:
• NXA-PAC-750W-PE
• NXA-PAC-750W-PI

Characteristic Specification
Maximum output power 750 W

Maximum input current 10 Amps at 100 VAC

Rated input voltage 115 to 240 VAC nominal (Range: 90 to 264 VAC)

Rated input frequency 50 to 60 Hz nominal (Range: 47 to 63 Hz)

1100-W AC Power Supply Specifications

These specifications apply to all versions of the NXA-PAC-1100W power supply

Characteristic Specification
AC input voltage Nominal range: 100 and 240 VAC (Range: 90-132 VAC, 180-264 VAC)

AC input frequency Nominal range: 50 to 60 Hz (Range: 47-63 Hz)

Maximum AC input current 13 A at 100 VAC

6 A at 240 VAC

Maximum input volt-amperes 1300 VA at 100 VAC

Maximum output power per power 1100 W

supply

Maximum inrush current 33 A

Maximum hold-up time 12 ms at 1100 W

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1100-W HVAC/HVDC Power Supply Specifications

Characteristic Specification
Power supply output voltage 12 VDC

Power supply standby voltage 12 VDC

Efficiency rating Climate Savers Platinum Efficiency (80Plus Platinum certified)

Form factor RSP1

1100-W HVAC/HVDC Power Supply Specifications

These specifications apply to the following power supplies:
• NXA-PHV-1100W-PE
• NXA-PHV-1100W-PI

Characteristic Specification
Efficiency 94%

Input voltage 100VAC – 277VAC, 240VDC – 380VDC

Nominal frequency 50, 60Hz

Maximum input current 100-277VAC 13A Max, 240VDC – 380VDC 5.5A Max

Maximum inrush current 35A (cold turn on); 50A (hot turn on)

Maximum continuous total output 1100W @ 100 – 277VAC, 240VDC – 380VDC

power

Output voltage 12V/ 90A

Standby output voltage 3.3V/ 3A

Efficiency 80 Plus Platinum

1100-W DC Power Supply Specifications

These specifications apply to the following power supplies:
• NXA-PDC-1100W-PE
• NXA-PDC-1100W-PI

Characteristic Specification
DC input voltage range Nominal range: -54VDC (Range: -40 to -72 VDC)

Maximum DC input current 32 A at -40 VDC

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Power Cable Specifications

Characteristic Specification
Maximum output power per power 1100 W
supply

Maximum inrush current 90 A (cold turn on)

Maximum hold-up time 4 ms at 100% load

Power supply output voltage 12 V/ 90A

Power supply standby voltage 3.3 V/ 3A

Efficiency rating @ -48VDC 94% at 50% load

Power Cable Specifications

The following sections specify the power cables that you can order and use with this switch.

Power Cable Specifications for AC Power Supplies

Power Type Power Cord Part Number Cord Set Description
CAB-C13-C14-2M Power Cord Jumper, C13-C14 Connectors, 6.6 feet
(2.0 m)

CAB-C13-CBN Cabinet jumper power cord, 250 VAC, 10 A, C14-C13

connectors, 2.3 feet (0.7 m)

Argentina CAB-250V-10A-AR 250 V, 10 A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

Australia CAB-9K10A-AU 250 VAC, 10 A, 3112 plug, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

Brazil CAB-250V-10A-BR 250 V, 10 A, 6.9 feet (2.1 m)

European Union CAB-9K10A-EU 250 VAC, 10 A, CEE 7/7 plug, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

India CAB-IND-10A 10 A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

India CAB-C13-C14-2M-IN Power Cord Jumper, C13-C14 Connectors, 6.6 feet

(2.0 m)

India CAB-C13-C14-3M-IN Power Cord Jumper, C13-C14 Connectors, 9.8 feet

(3.0 m)

Israel CAB-250V-10A-IS 250 V, 10 A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

Italy CAB-9K10A-IT 250 VAC, 10 A, CEI 23-16/VII plug, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

Japan CAB-C13-C14-2M-JP Power Cord Jumper, C13-C14 Connectors, 6.6 feet

(2.0 m)

North America CAB-9K12A-NA 125 VAC, 13 A, NEMA 5-15 plug, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

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HVAC/HVDC Power Cables Supported by ACI-Mode and NX-OS Mode Switches

Power Type Power Cord Part Number Cord Set Description

North America CAB-AC-L620-C13 NEMA L6-20-C13, 6.6 feet (2.0 m)

North America CAB-N5K6A-NA 200/240V, 6A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

Peoples Republic of China CAB-250V-10A-CN 250 V, 10 A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

South Africa CAB-250V-10A-ID 250 V, 10 A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

Switzerland CAB-9K10A-SW 250 VAC, 10 A, MP232 plug, 8.2 feet (2.5 m)

United Kingdom CAB-9K10A-UK 250 VAC, 10 A, BS1363 plug (13 A fuse), 8.2 (2.5
m)

All except Argentina, Brazil, NO-POWER-CORD No power cord included with switch
and Japan

HVAC/HVDC Power Cables Supported by ACI-Mode and NX-OS Mode Switches

Part Number Cord Set Description Photo

CAB-HVAC-SD-0.6M HVAC
2-foot (0.6 m) cable with
Saf-D-Grid and SD
connectors
277V AC

CAB-HVAC-C14-2M HVAC
6.6-foot (2.0 m) cable
with Saf-D-Grid and C14
(use for up to 240 V)
connector
250V AC

CAB-HVAC-RT-0.6M HVAC
2-foot (0.6 m) cable with
Saf-D-Grid and RT
connector
277V AC

CAB-HVDC-3T-2M HVDC
6.6-foot (2.0 m) cable
with Saf-D-Grid and three
terminal connectors
300V AC / 400V DC
(+200/-200 V DC)

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DC Power Cable Specifications

Part Number Cord Set Description Photo

NO-POWER-CORD All except Argentina, Not applicable

Brazil, and Japan
No power cord included
with switch

Table 3: HVAC/HVDC Power Cables Callout Table

1 Connect this end to the power supply unit.

DC Power Cable Specifications

Part Number Description Photo

NXA-PDC-930W-PE/PI The 930W DC power

supply
(NXA-PDC-930W-PE/PI)
is shipped with cable
CAB-48DC-40A-8AWG.

NXA-PDC-1100W-PE/PI The 1100W DC power

supply
(NXA-PDC-1100W-PE/PI)
is shipped with a
connector already plugged
into the power supply.
Use 8 AWG wire with the
minimum input voltage of
40VDC, based on
maximum current and
thermal derating.

Regulatory Standards Compliance Specifications

The following table lists the regulatory standards compliance for the switch.

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System Specifications

Table 4: Regulatory Standards Compliance: Safety and EMC

Specification Description

Regulatory compliance Products should comply with CE Markings according to directives 2004/108/EC
and 2006/95/EC.

Safety • CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 Second Edition

• EN 60950-1 Second Edition
• IEC 60950-1 Second Edition
• IEC 623681
• AS/NZS 60950-1
• GB4943

EMC: Emissions • 47CFR Part 15 (CFR 47) Class A

• AS/NZS CISPR22 Class A
• CISPR22 Class A
• EN55022 Class A
• ICES003 Class A
• VCCI Class A
• EN61000-3-2
• EN61000-3-3
• KN22 Class A
• CNS13438 Class A

EMC: Immunity • EN55024

• CISPR24
• EN300386
• KN 61000-4 series

RoHS The product is RoH-6 compliant with exceptions for leaded-ball grid-array (BGA)
balls and lead press-fit connectors.

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LEDs
• Switch Chassis LEDs, on page 55
• Fan Module LEDs, on page 55
• Power Supply LEDs, on page 55

Switch Chassis LEDs

The BCN, STS, and ENV, LEDs are located on the left side of the front of the switch. The port LEDs appear
as triangles pointing up or down to the nearest port.

Fan Module LEDs

The fan module LED is located below the air holes on the front of the module.

LED Color Status

STS Green The fan module is operational.

Red The fan module is not operational (fan is probably not functional).

Off Fan module is not receiving power.

Power Supply LEDs

The power supply LEDs are located on the left right portion of the power supply. Combinations of states
indicated by the Okay and Fault LEDs indicate the status for the module as shown in the following table.

OK LED FAIL or FAIL/ID Status

LED

Green Off Power supply is on and outputting power to the switch.

Flashing Off Power supply is connected to an AC power source but not outputting power
green to the switch. The power supply may not be properly installed in the chassis.

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OK LED FAIL or FAIL/ID Status

LED

Off Off Either all the installed power supplies are not receiving power or an
uninstalled power supply is not receiving power.

Off Flashing amber Power supply is operating but a warning condition has occurred—possibly
one of the following conditions:
• High temperature
• High power
• Slow power supply fan
• Low voltage
• Power supply is installed in the chassis but was disconnected from
the power source.

Off Flashing amber Power supply is installed without a connection to a power source.
(10 seconds)
then amber

Off Amber Power supply failure—possibly one of the following conditions:

• Over voltage
• Over current
• Over temperature
• Power supply fan failure

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Additional Kits
• Rack Mount Kit NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU, on page 57
• Rack Mount Kit N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT, on page 58
• Airflow Sleeve, on page 58

Rack Mount Kit NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU

The following table lists and illustrates the contents for the 1-RU rack-mount kit (NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU).

Illustration Description Quantity

Rack-mount kit 1
• Front brackets (2)
• Rear brackets (2)
• Slider rails (2)
• M4 Phillips pan-head screws (10)

Ground lug kit 1

• Two-hole lug (1)
• M4 x 8-mm Phillips pan-head screws
(2)

Not applicable EAC Compliance document 1

Not applicable Hazardous substances list for customers in 1

China

The following table lists and illustrates the console cable (CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45) that can be ordered.

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Rack Mount Kit N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT

Illustration Description Quantity

Console cable with DB-9F and RJ-45F 1

connectors

Rack Mount Kit N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT

The following table lists and illustrates the contents for the 1-RU rack-mount kit (N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT).

Illustration Description Quantity

Rack-mount kit 1
• Front-mount angled bracket (2)
• Rear-mount slider bracket (2)
• Slider rails (2)
• M4 x 7 mm mounting screws (16)

Ground lug kit 1

• Two-hole lug (1)
• M4 x 8-mm Phillips pan-head screws
(2)

Not applicable EAC Compliance document 1

Not applicable Hazardous substances list for customers in 1

China

The following table lists and illustrates the console cable (CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45) that can be ordered.

Illustration Description Quantity

Console cable with DB-9F and RJ-45F 1

connectors

Airflow Sleeve
The following table lists and illustrates the airflow sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV=).

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Additional Kits

Illustration Description Quantity

Airflow sleeve 1

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Site Preparation and Maintenance Records
• Site Preparation Checklist, on page 61
• Contact and Site Information, on page 62
• Chassis and Module Information, on page 63

Site Preparation Checklist

Planning the location and layout of your equipment rack or cabinet is essential for successful switch operation,
ventilation, and accessibility.
The following table lists the site planning tasks that we recommend that you complete before you install the
switch. Your completion of each task ensures a successful switch installation.

Planning Activity Verification Time and Date

Space evaluation:

Space and layout

Floor covering

Impact and vibration

Lighting

Physical access

Maintenance access

Environmental evaluation:

Ambient temperature

Humidity

Altitude

Atmospheric contamination

Airflow

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Planning Activity Verification Time and Date

Power evaluation:

Input power type

Power receptacles

Receptacle proximity to the

equipment

Dedicated (separate)
circuits for power
redundancy

UPS for power failures

Grounding: proper wire

gauge and lugs

Circuit breaker size

Grounding evaluation:

Data center ground

Cable and interface equipment

evaluation:

Cable type

Connector type

Cable distance limitations

Interface equipment
(transceivers)

EMI evaluation:

Distance limitations for

signaling

Site wiring

RFI levels

Contact and Site Information

Use the following worksheet to record contact and site information for the installation.

Contact person

Contact phone

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Contact e-mail

Building/site name

Data center location

Floor location

Address (line 1)

Address (line 2)

City

State/Provence

Contact person

ZIP/postal code

Country

Chassis and Module Information

Use the following worksheet to record information about the switch.

Contract number

Chassis serial number

Product number

Use the following worksheet to record network-related information.

Switch IP address

Switch IP netmask

Hostname

Domain name

IP broadcast address

Gateway/router address

DNS address

Use the following worksheet to record information about the modules in the switch.

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