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This guide describes how to install, troubleshoot, and repair a Cisco IGX 8400 series node running Switch Software Release 9.3.30 or later release. In addition to the chapters that provide these descriptions, the appendix describes system specifications for the operating environment and data transport technologies, supported peripherals, cabling, and the possible arrangements for all series of Cisco WAN switches in a Cisco rack.
The Cisco IGX 8400 series of WAN switches consist of the IGX 8410, IGX 8420, and IGX 8430. A Cisco IGX 8400 series switch can reside in a rack or a standalone cabinet. Figure 1-1 illustrates an IGX 8410 mounted in a cabinet.
The installation and related topics in this guide consist of the following:
This includes procedures for installing all switches in the IGX series in a cabinet or rack, using appropriate tools and mounting rails.
Procedures for mounting the AC or DC power supplies, installing redundant power supplies, and connecting to the power-entry back cards.
Installation of cooling fans in the IGX enclosure.
Connecting the IGX to power and ground.
Procedures for installing the various front and back cards available for the IGX node.
Starting the node for the first time.
General directions for isolating a problem area, and possible quick fixes.
The remaining pages of this chapter illustrate the models in the IGX series.
Figure 1-2 illustrates an IGX 8420 switch in a standalone cabinet.
Figure 1-3 illustrates the IGX 8430 in a cabinet supplied by Cisco.
For descriptions of the hardware in an IGX 8410, IGX 8420, or IGX 8430 node, refer to the Cisco IGX 8400 Series Provisioning Guide.
An IGX series switch is installed with the following steps:
1. Enclosure or rack installation
This includes procedures for installing all switches in the IGX series in a cabinet or rack, using appropriate tools and mounting rails.
2. AC or DC power supply installation
Procedures for mounting the AC or DC power supplies, installing redundant power supplies, and connecting to the power-entry back cards.
Installing cooling fans in the IGX enclosure.
4. Power and ground connections
Connecting the IGX to power and ground.
Procedures for installing the various front and back cards available for the IGX node.
Starting the node for the first time.
For more information on the procedures necessary to complete these steps, see "Power Worksheets."
For information on preparing to install an IGX, see "Power Worksheets."
For software configuration and service provisioning information, see the Cisco IGX 8400 Series Provisioning Guide, Chapter 1, "Introduction to the Cisco IGX 8400 Series."
For more information on switch software commands, refer to the Cisco WAN Switching Command Reference, Chapter 1, "Command Line Fundamentals ."
Posted: Thu May 15 08:24:50 PDT 2003
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