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Catalyst 6500 Series Switches Installation Guide
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Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation
Site Preparation Checklist
Also be aware of the following caution concerning the use of Category 5e and Category 6 Ethernet
cables:
cables:
Caution
Category 5e and Category 6 cables can store large levels of static electricity because of the dielectric
properties of the materials used in their construction. Always ground the cables (especially in new cable
runs) to a suitable and safe earth ground before connecting them to the module.
properties of the materials used in their construction. Always ground the cables (especially in new cable
runs) to a suitable and safe earth ground before connecting them to the module.
Site Preparation Checklist
lists the site planning activities that you should perform prior to installing the Catalyst 6500
series switch. Completing each activity helps ensure a successful switch installation.
Table 2-4
Site Planning Checklist
Task No.
Planning Activity
Verified By Time
Date
1
Space evaluation:
•
Space and layout
•
Floor covering
•
Impact and vibration
•
Lighting
•
Maintenance access
2
Environmental evaluation:
•
Ambient temperature
•
Humidity
•
Altitude
•
Atmospheric contamination
•
Airflow
3
Power evaluation:
•
Input power type
•
Power receptacles (Depends on power supply)
1
•
Receptacle proximity to the equipment
•
Dedicated (separate) circuits for redundant
power supplies
power supplies
•
UPS for power failures
•
DC systems: Proper gauge wire and lugs
4
Grounding evaluation:
•
Circuit breaker size
•
CO ground (AC- and DC-powered systems)