Removing Switches from Service

Removing a switch from service is a two-step process:

1. Disconnect the switch from its power source, following these steps as applicable:
   • Disconnect and remove the switch's removable AC power supply. See Removing an AC Power Supply.
   • Disconnect and remove the switch's removable DC power supply. See Removing a DC Power Supply.
   • Disconnect the switch from its redundant power supply.
2. Remove the switch from the rack, following the steps in Removing a Switch from a Rack.

Note

Read the information in this chapter thoroughly before you attempt to remove a switch.