HP 5400R zl2 Installation and Getting Started Guide

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Installing the HP 5400R zl2 Switches
Installation Procedures
Installing the HP 5400R zl2
Switches
1. Prepare the Installation Site
Cabling Infrastructure
Ensure thecabling infrastructure meetsthe necessary network specifications.
See Appendix B, “Cabling and Technology Information” on page B-1 for more
information.
Installation Location
Before installing the switch, plan its location and orientation relative to other
devices and equipment:
■ In the, allow at least 7.6 cm (3 inches) of space for the twisted-pair and
fiber-optic cabling.
■ In the back of the switch, allow at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) of space for the
power cord and cooling.
■ On the sides of the switch, leave at least 7.6 cm (3 inches) for cooling.
2. Install Switch Modules
Install switch modules into the slots as shown in the illustration below. For
installation details, see the instructions in the manual that comes with the
module.
Caution Make sure you install only HP Switch v2 zl Modules. HP Switch v1 zl modules
are not supported.
Avoid any electrostatic discharge problems by handling the modules only by
their bulkheads.
The slot cover can be removed, and the module can be installed with either a
flat-bladed or Torx T-10 screwdriver. Retain the slot cover for future use.
Module
Installation
Notes
■ Any of the supported Switch v2 zl Modules can be installed in any of the
slots.