Preface

This hardware installation guide for 5420 Series covers setting up switches, including site preparation, rack installation, power supply requirements, and cabling. It details switch models and features such as port configurations, cooling options, and power supplies. The guide includes management options via RJ45 and USB ports, secure boot procedures, and environmental requirements. It also provides instructions for building stacks, configuring switches, and monitoring device status. This document is intended for network administrators familiar with LANs, Ethernet, and SNMP.

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