Brocade DCX 8510-8 Backbone Hardware Reference Manual - Manual (Page 25)

• 200 - 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz (two branch circuits) - recommended for high availability and maximum
blade usage when configured with 192 16 Gbps ports (four circuits required for high availability if
configured with 384 16 Gbps ports)
• 110 - 120 VAC, 50-60 Hz (four branch circuits highly recommended)
• Two or four cables for 200 - 240 VAC service; up to four cables for 110 - 120 VAC service
• Protected by a circuit breaker in accordance with local electrical codes
• Supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size adequate to the electrical rating on the chassis nameplate
• Location close to the chassis and easily accessible
• Grounded outlets installed by a licensed electrician and compatible with the power cords
CAUTION
Use a separate branch circuit for each power cord, which provides redundancy in case one of
the circuits fails.
3. Plan for cable management before installing the chassis.
Cables can be managed in a variety of ways, such as by routing cables below the chassis, to either
side of the chassis, through cable channels on the sides of the cabinet, or by using patch panels.
4. Ensure that the following is available for configuration of the Brocade DCX 8510-8:
• Workstation with an installed terminal emulator, such as HyperTerminal
• Serial cable (provided)
• Three Ethernet cables (including one spare)
• Access to an FTP server for backing up the switch configuration or collecting supportsave output
data (optional)
• A Brocade USB stick for collecting supportsave output data (optional)
• Transceivers (copper and optical) and compatible cables
5. Ensure that the air intake and exhaust vents have a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in.) of airspace.
6. Ensure that the air temperature on the air intake side is less than 40°C (104°F) during operation.
Unpacking and installing the Brocade DCX 8510-8
Use the following procedure to unpack and install your Brocade DCX 8510-8.
DANGER
A fully populated Brocade DCX 8510-8 (eight FC16-64 port cards, 512 ports) weighs
approximately 161.2 kg (355 lbs) and requires a hydraulic or assisted lift to install it.
1. Unpack the Brocade DCX 8510-8.
a) Cut the bands that encircle the packaging.
b) Remove the lid and the kits and foam from the top of the chassis.
c) Lift the cardboard box off the chassis and remove the plastic bag from around the
chassis.Save the packing materials for use when returning the old chassis.
d) Leave the chassis on top of the plastic shipping tray if the chassis must be transported to
the installation location.
Unpacking and installing the Brocade DCX 8510-8
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