Chapter 1: Overview
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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Scope
This guide is intended for properly trained service personnel and technicians who need to install the
following Arista Networks Data Center Switches:
•DCS-7050QX-32S, DCS-7050SX-64
Important! Only qualied personnel should install, service, or replace this equipment.
1.2 Receiving and Inspecting the Equipment
Upon receiving the switch, inspect the shipping boxe s and record any external damage. Retain packing
materials if you suspect that part of the shipment is damaged; the carrier may need to inspect them.
If the boxes were not damaged in transit, unpack them carefully. Ensure that you do not discard any
accessories that may be packaged in the same box as the main unit.
Inspect the packing list and conrm that you received all listed items. Compar e the packing list with
your purchase order. Appendix B provides a list of componen ts included with the switch.
1.3 Installation Process
The following tasks are required to install and use the switch:
Step 1 Select and prepare the installation site ( Section 2.1).
Step 2 Assemble the installation tools listed in Section 2.2.
Step 3 Attach the mounting brackets and install the switch in an equipment rack ( Chapter 3 ).
Step 4 Connect the switch to the powe r source and network devices ( Chapter 4 ).
Step 5 Congure the switch ( Chapter 5 ).
Important! Class 1 Laser Product: This product has provisions to install Class 1 laser transceivers which provide
optical coupling to the co mmunication network. Once a Class 1 laser product is installed, the
equipment is a Class 1 Laser Product (Appareil à Lase r de Classe 1). The customer is responsible for
selecting and installing the Class 1 laser transceiver and for insuring that the Class 1 AEL (Allowable
Emission Limit) per EN/IEC 6-825, CSA E60825-1, and Code of Federal Regulations 21 CFR 1040 is not
exceeded after the laser transceiver have been installed. Do not instal l laser products whose class rating
is greater than 1. Refer to all safety instructions that accompanied the transceiver prior to installation.
Only Class 1 laser devices, certied for use in the country of installation by the cognizant agency are to
be utilized in this product.
Important! Ultimate disposal of this product should be in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
1.4 Safety Information
Refer to the Arista Networks document Safety Inform ation and Translated Safety Warnings available at:
http://www.aristanetworks. com/en/support/docs/eos
