HP Cisco MDS 9216i Cisco MDS 9500 Series Hardware Installation Guide (OL-17467 - Page 103
Grounding the Chassis
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Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco MDS 9500 Series Grounding the Chassis Send documentation comments to [email protected]. • Grounding wire-Not supplied as part of accessory kit. The grounding wire should be sized according to local and national installation requirements. Depending on the power supply and system, a 12 AWG to 6 AWG copper conductor is required for U.S. installations. Commercially available 6 AWG wire is recommended. The length of the grounding wire depends on the proximity of the switch to proper grounding facilities. • No. 1 Phillips screwdriver. • Crimping tool to crimp the grounding wire to the grounding lug. • Wire-stripping tool to remove the insulation from the grounding wire. Grounding the Chassis This section describes how to connect the Cisco MDS 9500 Series to earth ground. You must complete this procedure before connecting system power or powering up your shelf. Warning When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last. Statement 1046 Figure 2-11 shows the system ground location on the front panel of the Cisco MDS 9513 chassis. OL-17467-02 Cisco MDS 9500 Series Hardware Installation Guide 2-23