Brocade VDX 6740 Hardware Reference Manual (Supporting VDX 6740, VDX 6740T, and VDX 6740T-1G) - Manual (Page 22)

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Standalone installation for the Brocade VDX 6740 switches
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Standalone installation for the Brocade VDX 6740 switches
Complete the following steps to install the Brocade VDX 6740 as a standalone unit.
1. Unpack the Brocade VDX 6740 switch and verify the items listed in “Items included with the
Brocade VDX 6740 switches” on page 7 are present and undamaged.
2. Apply the adhesive rubber feet. Applying the rubber feet to the switch helps prevent the switch
from sliding off the supporting surface.
a. Clean the indentations at each corner of the bottom of the switch to ensure that they are
free of dust or other debris that might lessen the adhesion of the feet.
b. With the adhesive side against the chassis, place one rubber foot in each indentation and
press into place.
3. Place the switch on a flat, sturdy surface.
4. Provide power to the switch as described in “Providing power to the switch” on page 10.
NOTE
Do not connect the switch to the network until the IP address is correctly set. For instructions on how
to set the IP address, refer to
“Setting the switch IP address” on page 15.
Rack installation options for the Brocade VDX 6740 switches
Follow the installation instructions shipped with the appropriate rack mount kit:
• Mid-Mount Rack Kit (Switch) Installation Procedure (Brocade VDX 6740 only)
• Two-post Flush Mount Installation Procedure (Brocade VDX 6740 only)
• Slim Rail Rack Mount Kit Installation Procedure (Brocade VDX 6740 only)
• 1U-2U Universal 4-Post Rail Mount Kit (Brocade VDX 6740T and Brocade VDX 6740T-1G only)
• 1U-2U Universal 2-Post Rail Mount Kit (Brocade VDX 6740T and Brocade VDX 6740T-1G only)
Providing power to the switch
Perform the following steps to provide power to the Brocade VDX 6740 switches.
1. Connect the power cords to both power supplies, and then to power sources on separate
circuits to protect against failure. Ensure that the power cords have a minimum service loop of
15.2 cm (6 in.) available and are routed to avoid stress.
2. For the Brocade VDX 6740, flip the switch on each power supply to I.
For the Brocade VDX 6740T and Brocade VDX 6740T-1G, the power supplies power up as soon
as they are plugged in.
The power supply LEDs display green. The power LED on the front of the switch turns green as
well. The system status LED on the front panel will be amber until POST completes and then it
will turn green.