Cisco CATALYST 6509E 9 SLOT 15U CHASSIS NO POWER SUPPLY NO FAN TRAY Specification Guide

Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that power is removed from the DC 
circuits. To ensure that all power is removed, locate the circuit breakers or fuses on the DC power 
lines that service the DC circuits. Turn OFF the DC power line circuit breakers and remove the DC 
power line fuses. Statement 322

When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and 
disconnected last. Statement 1046

Follow these steps to install a DC-input power supply:

Ensure that the system (earth) ground connection has been made. For ground connection installation 
instructions, see the 

Verify that power is off to the DC circuit on the power supply that you are installing. As an added 
precaution, place the appropriate safety flag and lockout devices at the source power circuit breaker, or 
place a piece of adhesive tape over the circuit breaker handle to prevent accidental power restoration 
while you are working on the circuit.

Verify that the power switch is in the Off (0) position on the power supply that you are installing. (See 

 for the 1300 W DC power supply or 

 for the 2500 W DC power supply.)

Use both hands to install and remove power supplies. Each Catalyst 6500 series DC-input power supply 
weighs between 22 pounds (10 kg) and 28 pounds (12.7 kg). 

Grasp the power supply handle with one hand, and place your other hand underneath the power supply. 
Slide the power supply into the power supply bay. Make sure that the power supply is fully seated in the 
bay. (See 

Tighten the power supply captive installation screw. (See 

 for the 1300 W DC power supply 

or 

 for the 2500 W DC power supply.)

Remove the two screws securing the terminal block cover, and slide the cover off of the terminal block. 
(See 

 for the 1300 W DC power supply or 

 for the 2500 W DC power supply.)