Cable Management Best Practices

Ensure that:

• Transceivers and system units (for example, fan units) in the switch can be easily replaced.

• The rack is wide enough to place the cables between the switch and the rack side walls.

• The cables do not block air flow.

• The cables do not block transceiver or system unit extraction.

• The cables are tied to the rack structure to remove strain and tension on the connectors.

• The weight of the cables is supported by the cable management system and the rack floor. Refer to Cable Weight to plan weight loads for structured cabling.

• Cables are supported every 2m or placed in trays.

• Cables and bundles do not block other equipment.

• Cables are not routed through pipes and holes. This may impact serviceability as well limit additional future cable runs.

• Soft hook and loop fastener cable ties are used instead of plastic.

• Cables are in trays whenever possible.

• Abandoned cables that can restrict air flow, and could cause overheating or shutoff, are removed.

• Cables are disconnected by gently pulling by the tag of the connector.