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Contents
1 Introducing the HP 5400 zl Switches
Overview of HP 5400 zl Switches ..................................1-2
HP 5406 zl Switches .........................................1-2
HP 5412 zl Switches .........................................1-3
HP 5406 zl Switch ...........................................1-4
HP 5412 zl Switch ...........................................1-5
Network Connectivity, Speeds and Technologies ....................1-6
Front of the Switch ..............................................1-7
LEDs ......................................................1-8
LED Mode Select Button and Indicator LEDs ...................1-11
Console Port ..............................................1-13
Reset Button ..............................................1-13
Clear Button ...............................................1-13
Back of the Switch .............................................1-14
Power Connector ..........................................1-14
Redundant Power Supply ....................................1-15
Switch Accessories .............................................1-16
Switch Features ...............................................1-17
2 Installing the HP 5400 zl Switches
Included Parts ..................................................2-1
Accessory Kits .............................................2-2
Power Cords ...............................................2-2
Installation Procedures ..........................................2-3
Summary ...................................................2-3
Installation Precautions ......................................2-4
Installation Precautions (continued) ...........................2-5