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QFX5241-64OD and QFX5241-64QD Site Preparation Checklist

The checklist summarizes the tasks you need to perform when preparing a site for installing the QFX5241-64OD and QFX5241-64QD switches.

Table 1: Site Preparation Checklist

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Environment

Verify that environmental factors such as temperature and humidity do not exceed switch tolerances.

 

 
Power

Measure the distance between external power sources and the switch installation site.

 

 

Calculate the power consumption and requirements.

 

 
Rack or Cabinet

Verify that your rack or cabinet meets the minimum requirements for the installation of the switch.

 

 

Plan rack or cabinet location, including required space clearances.

 

 

Secure the rack or cabinet to the floor and building structure.

 

 
Cables

Acquire cables and connectors:

  • Determine the number of cables needed based on your planned configuration.

  • Review the maximum distance allowed for each cable. Choose the length of cable based on the distance between the hardware components being connected.

  

 

 

Plan the cable routing and management.