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Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide
First Published: 2017-05-17
Last Modified: 2018-10-19
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  • Page 1 Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide First Published: 2017-05-17 Last Modified: 2018-10-19 Americas Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 527-0883...
  • Page 2 Any products and features described herein as in development or available at a future date remain in varying stages of development and will be offered on a when-and if-available basis. Any such product or feature roadmaps are subject to change at the sole discretion of Cisco and Cisco will have no liability for delay in the delivery or failure to deliver any products or feature roadmap items that may be set forth in this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Trademarks P R E F A C E Preface Audience Documentation Conventions Related Documentation for Cisco Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS Software viii Documentation Feedback Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request C H A P T E R 1 Overview...
  • Page 4 Replacing a High Voltage (HVAC/HVDC) Power Supply Replacing a DC Power Supply A P P E N D I X A Rack Specifications Overview of Racks General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 5 Rack Mount Kit NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU Rack Mount Kit N3K-C3064-ACC-KIT A P P E N D I X E Site Preparation and Maintenance Records Site Preparation Checklist Contact and Site Information Chassis and Module Information Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 6 Contents Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 7: Preface

    Audience, on page vii • Documentation Conventions, on page vii • Related Documentation for Cisco Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS Software, on page viii • Documentation Feedback, on page x • Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request , on page x...

  • Page 8: Related Documentation For Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Nx-Os Software

    These guides are available at the following URL: https://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps13386/products_installation_and_configuration_guides_list.html The documents in this category include: • Cisco Nexus 2000 Series NX-OS Fabric Extender Software Configuration Guide for Cisco Nexus 9000 Series Switches • Cisco Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide •...
  • Page 9 • Cisco Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS VXLAN Configuration Guide Other Software Documents • Cisco Nexus 7000 Series and 9000 Series NX-OS MIB Quick Reference • Cisco Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS Programmability Guide • Cisco Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS Software Upgrade and Downgrade Guide •...

  • Page 10: Documentation Feedback

    What's New in Cisco Product Documentation, at: https://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml. Subscribe to What's New in Cisco Product Documentation, which lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation as an RSS feed and delivers content directly to your desktop using a reader application. The RSS feeds are a free service.

  • Page 11: Overview

    Overview, on page 1 Overview The Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX switch (N9K-C93180LC-EX) is a 1-RU, fixed-port standalone switch with 28 40/50-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ downlink ports and 4 100-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 uplink ports. You can change the ways that these ports are used and configured as explained in...
  • Page 12 Two power supplies (one used for operations and Management port (SFP+ port) one used for redundancy) (AC power supplies shown) with power supply slot 1 on the left and slot 2 on the right Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 13 If you locate the air intake in a hot aisle, the switch can overheat and shut down. The switch supports the Fabric Extenders (FEXs) listed at https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/switches/datacenter/nexus9000/hw/interoperability/fexmatrix/fextables.html. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 14 Overview Overview Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: Preparing The Site

    Altitude Requirements Altitude rating is based on power supply installed; see critical components list in the system CB report for altitude rating. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 16: Dust And Particulate Requirements

    The wiring is unlikely to emit radio interference if you use a twisted-pair cable with a good distribution of grounding conductors. If you exceed the recommended distances, use a high-quality twisted-pair cable with one ground conductor for each data signal when applicable. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Shock And Vibration Requirements

    Planning for Power Requirements The switch includes two power supplies (1-to-1 redundancy with current sharing) in one of the following combinations: • Two 500-W AC power supplies • Two 1200-W HVAC/HVDC power supplies Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 18 • Ensure that the protective devices are rated not greater than 30A when the switch is powered with regular DC power supplies (rated 48-60VDC). • Ensure that the protective devices are rated not greater than 10A when the switch is powered with HVDC power supplies (rated 240-350VDC). Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: Airflow Requirements

    If you must change the airflow direction for the switch, you must shutdown the switch before changing the modules. Rack and Cabinet Requirements You can install the following types of racks or cabinets for your switch: • Standard perforated cabinets Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 20: Clearance Requirements

    Provide the chassis with adequate clearance to route cables, provide airflow, and maintain the switch. For the clearances required for an installation of this chassis in a four-post rack, see the following figure. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 21 19.0 in (43.3 cm) Note Both the front and rear of the chassis must be open to both aisles for airflow. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 22 Preparing the Site Clearance Requirements Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: Safety

    Starting the Switch, on page 26 Safety Before you install, operate, or service the switch, see the Regulatory, Compliance, and Safety Information for the Cisco Nexus 3000 and 9000 Series for important Safety Information. Warning Statement 1071 Warning Definition IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.

  • Page 24: Installation Options With Rack-Mount Kits

    You can install the switch using the following rack-mount options: • Rack-mount kit (NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU) which you can order from Cisco. This option offers you easy installation, greater stability, increased weight capacity, added accessibility, and improved removability with front and rear removal.
  • Page 25 Statement 1005 Circuit Breaker This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective devices is rated not greater than 20A (North America), 16A (Europe), and 13A (UK). Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 26: Unpacking And Inspecting The Switch

    Check to be sure that each of the power supply and the fan tray modules have the expected direction of airflow as follows: • Port-side intake airflow modules • Burgundy (fan modules, AC power supplies, and DC power supplies) • Port-side exhaust airflow modules Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 27: Installing The Switch Using The Nxk-Acc-Kit-1Ru Rack-Mount Kit

    If the power supply modules have white coloring, look at the fan modules to determine the airflow direction Note for the switch. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 28 (see the following figure). Tighten 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb (3.39 N·m) of torque and tighten 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) of torque. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 29 If you attached a grounding cable to the chassis, you will need to bend one of the rack-mount rails slightly Note to allow the grounding lug to go behind the rail. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 30: Installingtheswitchusingthen3K-C3064-Acc-Kitrack-Mount Kit

    • Make sure that the switch rack-mount kit includes the following parts: • Front rack-mount brackets (2) • Rear rack-mount brackets (2) • Slider rails (2) • M4 x 0.7 x 8-mm Phillips countersink screws (12) Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 31 (3 inches [7.6 mm] minimum) and module handles (1 inch [2.5 mm] minimum). Front rack-mount bracket aligned to the port end of Front rack-mount bracket aligned to the module end the chassis of the chassis Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 32 (see the following figure). Tighten 12-24 screws to 30 in-lb (3.39 N·m) of torque and tighten 10-32 screws to 20 in-lb (2.26 N·m) of torque. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 33 Holding the chassis level, insert two screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on the rack type) in each of the two front rack-mount brackets (using a total of four screws) and into the cage nuts or threaded holes in the vertical rack-mounting rails (see the following figure). Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 34: Grounding The Chassis

    You can also ground the chassis, which is required if the rack is not grounded, by attaching a customer-supplied grounding cable. Attach the cable to the chassis grounding pad and the facility ground. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 Step 3 Secure the grounding lug to the chassis grounding pad with two M4 screws, see the previous figure. Tighten the screws to 11 to 15 in-lb (1.24 to 1.69 N·m) of torque. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 36: Starting The Switch

    • When connecting to an HVAC power source, insert the C14 or LS-25 plug in a receptacle for the HVAC power source. • When connecting to an HVDC power source, do the following: Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 37 A setup utility automatically launches the first time that you access the switch and guides you through the basic configuration. For instructions on how to configure the switch and check module connectivity, see the appropriate Cisco Nexus 9000 Series configuration guide.
  • Page 38 Installing the Switch Chassis Starting the Switch Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 39: Connecting The Switch To The Network

    Cisco equipment. In situations where long parallel cable runs cannot be separated by at least 3.3 feet (1 meter), we recommend that you shield any potential noise sources by housing them in a grounded metallic conduit.

  • Page 40: Connecting To A Console

    • No parity Step 2 Connect the DB-9 connector on the other end of the cable to the computer serial port. What to do next You are ready to configure the switch. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Connecting The Management Interface

    • Wear an ESD-preventative wrist strap that is connected to an earth ground whenever handling transceivers. The switch is typically grounded during installation and provides an ESD port to which you can connect your wrist strap. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 42: Installing Qsfp+ Transceivers

    Step 7 For QSFP+ transceivers equipped with a pull-tab, do the following: a) Hold the transceiver so that the identifier label is on the top. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 43 Align the QSFP+ transceiver in front of the module's transceiver socket opening and carefully slide the QSFP+ transceiver into the socket until the transceiver makes contact with the socket electrical connector. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 44 Connecting the Switch to the Network Installing QSFP+ Transceivers Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 45: Managing The Switch

    The top and bottom ports should run at the same speed. If a speed difference is encountered, the bottom port is disabled. • 28 40/50-Gigabit ports and 4 40/100-Gigabit ports (default configuration) • 24 40/50-Gigabit ports and 6 40/100-Gigabit ports • 18 40/100-Gigabit ports Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 46 • 40/100-Gigabit QSFP+/QSFP28 uplink port can be individually broken out with the 4x10-Gigabit or 4x25-Gigabit breakout feature. For information on configuring ports for this switch, see the Cisco Nexus 9000 Series NX-OS Interfaces Configuration Guide . To determine which transceivers, adapters, and cables this switch supports, see the...

  • Page 47: Replacing Components

    On the fan module that you are removing, press the two sides of the fan module handle next to where it connects to the fan module and pull on the handles enough to unseat it from its connectors. Step 2 Holding the handle, pull the module out of the chassis. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 48: Installing A Fan Module

    Before you begin • The replacement power supply must have the same wattage and airflow direction as the power supply being replaced. Do not mix AC, DC, HVAC/HVDC power supplies in the same switch. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 49 Depending on the outlet receptacle on your power distribution unit, you might need the optional jumper cable to connect the switch to your outlet receptacle. e) Verify that the power supply is operational by making sure that the power supply LED is green. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 50: Replacing A High Voltage (Hvac/Hvdc) Power Supply

    If the power supply does not fit into the open slot, turn the module over before sliding it carefully into the Note open slot. b) Test the installation by trying to pull the power supply out of the slot without using the release latch. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Replacing A Dc Power Supply

    Turn off the circuit breaker for the power feed to the power supply that you are replacing. Be sure that the LEDs turn off on the power supply that you are removing. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 52 Attach the power connector block end of the power cable to the electrical outlet on the front of the power supply. d) Turn on the circuit breaker for the power source. e) Verify that the power supply is operational by making sure that the power supply LED is green. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 53: Rack Specifications

    • Standard 19-inch (48.3 cm) (two- or four-post EIA cabinet or rack, with mounting rails that conform to English universal hole spacing per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992). For more information, see Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets, on page Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 54: Requirements Specific To Standard Open Racks

    • The roof should be perforated with at least a 20 percent open area. • The cabinet floor should be open or perforated to enhance cooling. The Cisco R Series rack conforms to these requirements. Cable Management Guidelines To help with cable management, you might want to allow additional space in the rack above and below the chassis to make it easier to route all of the fiber optic or copper cables through the rack.

  • Page 55: System Specifications

    Operating 0 to 13,123 feet (0 to 4,000 meters) Switch Dimensions Switch Width Depth Height Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX 17.3 inches (43.9 cm) 22.5 inches (57.1 cm) 1.72 inches (4.4 cm) (1 RU) Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 56: Switch And Module Weights And Quantities

    Switch Typical Power Maximum Power Heat Dissipation Consumption (AC or DC) Consumption (AC or DC) Requirement Cisco Nexus 220 W 500 W 1706.07 BTUs per hour 93180LC-EX Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 57: Power Specifications

    Input voltage Nominal (Range) • AC (for 1230 W output) • 200 to 277 VAC • DC (for 1230 W output) AC input frequency Nominal: 50 to 60 Hz (Range: 47-63 Hz) Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 58: 930-W Dc Power Supply Specifications

    35 A (sub-cycle duration) Maximum hold-up time 8 ms at 930 W Power supply output voltage 12 VDC Power supply standby voltage 12 VDC Efficiency rating Greater than 92% at 50% load Form factor RSP1 Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 59: Power Cable Specifications

    North America CAB-N5K6A-NA 200/240V, 6A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m) Peoples Republic of China CAB-250V-10A-CN 250 V, 10 A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m) South Africa CAB-250V-10A-ID 250 V, 10 A, 8.2 feet (2.5 m) Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 60: Hvac/Hvdc Power Cables Supported By Aci-Mode And Nx-Os Mode Switches

    6.6-foot (2.0 m) cable with Saf-D-Grid and three terminal connectors 300V AC / 400V DC (+200/-200 V DC) NO-POWER-CORD All except Argentina, Brazil, and Not applicable Japan No power cord included with switch Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 61: Dc Power Cable Specifications

    Products should comply with CE Markings according to directives 2004/108/EC and 2006/95/EC. Safety • CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 Second Edition • EN 60950-1 Second Edition • IEC 60950-1 Second Edition • AS/NZS 60950-1 • GB4943 Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 62 • CNS13438 Class A EMC: Immunity • EN55024 • CISPR24 • EN300386 • KN 61000-4 series RoHS The product is RoH-6 compliant with exceptions for leaded-ball grid-array (BGA) balls and lead press-fit connectors. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: Leds

    Temperature exceeds the major alarm threshold. The switch is not receiving power. Green Fans and power supply modules are operational. Amber At least one fan or power supply module is not operating. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 64: Fan Module Leds

    Power supply is on and outputting power to the switch. Flashing Power supply is connected to a power source but not outputting power to the green switch—power supply might not be installed in the chassis. Power supply is not receiving power. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 65 Power supply warning—possibly one of the following conditions: • High voltage • High power • Low voltage • Power supply installed in chassis but not connected to a power source • Slow power supply fan Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 66 LEDs LEDs Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 67: Additional Kits

    • M4 x 8-mm Phillips pan-head screws (2) Not applicable EAC Compliance document Not applicable Hazardous substances list for customers in China The following table lists and illustrates the console cable (CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45) that can be ordered. Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 68: Rack Mount Kit N3K-C3064-Acc-Kit

    Not applicable Hazardous substances list for customers in China The following table lists and illustrates the console cable (CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45) that can be ordered. Illustration Description Quantity Console cable with DB-9F and RJ-45F connectors Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 69: Site Preparation And Maintenance Records

    Your completion of each task ensures a successful switch installation. Planning Activity Verification Time and Date Space evaluation: Space and layout Floor covering Impact and vibration Lighting Physical access Maintenance access Environmental evaluation: Ambient temperature Humidity Altitude Atmospheric contamination Airflow Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 70: Contact And Site Information

    (transceivers) EMI evaluation: Distance limitations for signaling Site wiring RFI levels Contact and Site Information Use the following worksheet to record contact and site information for the installation. Contact person Contact phone Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 71: Chassis And Module Information

    Domain name IP broadcast address Gateway/router address DNS address Use the following worksheet to record information about the modules in the switch. Module Slot Module Type Module Serial Number Notes Fan module 1 Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 72 Site Preparation and Maintenance Records Site Preparation and Maintenance Records Module Slot Module Type Module Serial Number Notes Fan module 2 Fan module 3 Fan module 4 Power Supply 1 Power Supply 2 Cisco Nexus 93180LC-EX NX-OS Mode Hardware Installation Guide...

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