Installing the Chassis• Safety, on page 1• Installation Options with Rack-Mount Kits, on page 4• Airflow Considerations, on page 5• Installation Guidelines, on page 5• Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch, on page 6• Installing the Switch Using the NXK-ACC-KIT-1RU Rack-Mount Kit, on page 6• Installing the Airflow Sleeve (N9K-AIRFLOW-SLV), on page 10• Grounding the Chassis, on page 11• Starting the Switch, on page 13SafetyBefore you install, operate, or service the switch, see the Regulatory, Compliance, and Safety Information forthe Cisco Nexus 3000 and 9000 Series for important Safety Information.Statement 1071—Warning DefinitionIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSBefore you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiarwith standard practices for preventing accidents. Read the installation instructions before using, installing, orconnecting the system to the power source. Use the statement number provided at the end of each warningstatement to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings for this device.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWarningStatement 1089—Instructed and Skilled Person DefinitionsAn instructed person is someone who has been instructed and trained by a skilled person and takes the necessaryprecautions when working with equipment.A skilled person or qualified personnel is someone who has training or experience in the equipment technologyand understands potential hazards when working with equipment.There are no serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open.WarningInstalling the Chassis1