Dell Force10 MXL Blade Getting Started Guide - Page 14

Unpacking the Switch, Package Contents, Unpacking Steps, Installing and Configuring the Switch - mxl 10 40gbe blade switch configuration

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Unpacking the Switch Package Contents When unpacking each switch, make sure that the following items are included: • One Dell Force10 MXL 10/40GbE Switch IO Module • One USB type A-to-DB-9 female cable • Getting Started Guide • Safety and Regulatory Information • Warranty and Support Information • Software License Agreement Unpacking Steps NOTE: Before unpacking the switch, inspect the container and immediately report any evidence of damage. 1 Place the container on a clean, flat surface and cut all straps securing the container. 2 Open the container or remove the container top. 3 Carefully remove the switch from the container and place it on a secure and clean surface. 4 Remove all packing material. 5 Inspect the product and accessories for damage. Installing and Configuring the Switch After you unpack the MXL 10/40GbE Switch, refer to the flow chart in Figure 1-6 for an overview of the steps you must follow to install the blade and perform the initial configuration. You can check to see that a switch is running the latest FTOS version by entering the show version command. To download an FTOS version, go to http://support.dell.com. 14 Installing and Configuring the Switch

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Installing and Configuring the Switch
Unpacking the Switch
Package Contents
When unpacking each switch, make sure that the following items are
included:
One Dell Force10
MXL 10/40GbE Switch IO Module
One USB type A-to-DB-9 female cable
Getting Started Guide
Safety and Regulatory Information
Warranty and Support Information
Software License Agreement
Unpacking Steps
NOTE:
Before unpacking the switch, inspect the container and immediately report any
evidence of damage.
1
Place the container on a clean, flat surface and cut all straps securing the
container.
2
Open the container or remove the container top.
3
Carefully remove the switch from the container and place it on a secure
and clean surface.
4
Remove all packing material.
5
Inspect the product and accessories for damage.
Installing and Configuring the
Switch
After you unpack the MXL 10/40GbE Switch, refer to the flow chart in
Figure 1-6 for an overview of the steps you must follow to install the blade
and perform the initial configuration.
You can check to see that a switch is running the latest FTOS version by entering
the
show version
command. To download an FTOS version, go to
.