Dell C Series User Manual

6 Installing the Hardware
Follow these steps to install the chassis into a 19-inch equipment rack:
Step Task
1 Determine the chassis mounting location in the equipment rack.
2 Orient the bar with the arrows pointing upward. The smooth side of the
bar should face outward.
3 Attach the bar to the equipment rack brackets using the mounting screws
provided by the rack manufacturer.
4 Use an equipment lift to align the chassis rack-mount holes with the
equipment rack holes, and situate the chassis on top of the equipment
rack bar.

Dell C Series Specifications

General

Brand	Dell
Model	C Series
Category	Switch
Language	English

Summary

About this Guide

Installing the Hardware

Installing the Chassis

Procedures for installing the C7004/C150 and C7008/C300 chassis into equipment racks.

Installing Power Modules

Details on AC power supply types, requirements, and installation for C7004/C150 and C7008/C300.

Installing RPMs and Line Cards

Guidance on installing Route Processor Modules (RPMs) and line cards, including hot-swappable procedures.

Installing the Fan Tray

Steps and considerations for installing the field-replaceable fan tray to ensure proper cooling.

Power Up Sequence

Steps for powering up the system, including pre-checks and expected operational indicators.

Specifications

Chassis Physical Design

Physical dimensions and weight specifications for C7004/C150 and C7008/C300 chassis.

Environmental Parameters

Environmental operating conditions, including temperature and humidity for the systems.

AC Power Requirements

Detailed AC power input requirements, voltage, current, and consumption for 1600W and 1200W power supplies.

Installing the Software

Navigating CLI Modes

Understanding different command-line interface (CLI) modes and how to navigate between them.

Console Access

Instructions for connecting to the system's console port for management and configuration.

Default Configuration

Initial system configuration steps, including setting the host name and Layer 2 mode.

Access the System Remotely

Procedures for configuring remote access via Telnet, including IP addressing and credentials.

Create a VLAN

Steps for creating and assigning interfaces to Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs).