Rack Mounting the Switch

The following Topics are covered in this section:
The switches can be installed in two-post Two-post Rack Mount or four-post Four-post Rack Mount (Optional) racks. The appropriate accessory kit provides components for installing the switch in the rack. The chassis can be mounted in the following three positions:
  • Front
  • Center
  • Back (rear)

Attaching Mounting Brackets to the CCS-755 Two-post and Attaching Mounting Brackets to the CCS-758 for Two-post show examples for attaching mounting ears to the CCS-755 and CCS-758 chassis to support each of the three mounting locations.

Note: Four-post rack mount kit is optional.

 

Illustrations in this chapter depict the mounting of a chassis in a single orientation. After completing the instructions for your rack type, proceed to Cabling the Modular Switch.

Two-post Rack Mount

The switch can be mounted in either forward orientation (line cards and supervisors facing forward) or backward orientation (fans and PSUs facing forward). For each of these orientations, the switch supports a front, center or rear mount into a two-post rack.

The accessory kit includes the following two-post mounting parts:
  • Two-post rack cradle
  • mounting brackets
  • 18 screws
    Note: The following illustrations highlight a front-mount.

     

Rack Mounting the CCS-755 for Two-post

To mount the switch to the rack, perform the following tasks.

Attaching Mounting Brackets to the CCS-755 Two-post

Attach the mounting brackets to both sides of the chassis using the screws provided in the kit for the desired orientation and position. The following figure shows the CCS-755 chassis with the mounting brackets for Forward-Front, Forward-Center, and Backward-Front mounting.

Figure 1. Attaching the Mounting Brackets for 755

Attaching Cradle to the Racks for 755 Two-post

Attach the two-post cradle to the rack using the screws provided as shown in the following figure. Use rack nuts if needed.

Figure 2. Attaching the Cradle to the Rack

Inserting and Securing CCS-755 Chassis into Two-post Rack

  1. Move the chassis to the rack using a mechanical lift.
    Note: If modules are inserted in the chassis, use the lift carefully to avoid damaging any components.
  2. Lift and slide the chassis into the rack cradle in the desired orientation.
    Note:The following figure shows an unthreaded rack example with rack nuts.
    Figure 3. Inserting the Switch into the Two-post Rack (CCS-755 Forward-Front)

  3. Secure the chassis to the rack as shown in the following figure.
    Figure 4. Securing the Chassis (CCS-755 Forward-Front)

    After completing the two-post Installation, proceed to Cabling the Modular Switch.

Rack Mounting the CCS-758 for Two-post

To mount the switch to the rack, perform the following tasks:

Attaching Mounting Brackets to the CCS-758 for Two-post

Attach the mounting brackets to both sides of the chassis using the screws provided in the kit for the desired orientation and position. The following figure shows the CCS-758 chassis with the mounting brackets for Forward-Front, Forward-Center, and Backward-Front mounting.

Figure 5. Attaching the Mounting Brackets for CCS-758

Attaching Cradle to the Racks for 758 for Two-post

Attach the two-post cradle to the rack using the screws provided. Use rack nuts if needed.

Figure 6. Attaching the Cradle to the Rack

Inserting and Securing CCS-758 Chassis into Rack for Two-post

  1. Move the chassis to the rack using a mechanical lift.
    Note: If modules are inserted in the chassis, use the lift carefully to avoid damaging any components.

     

  2. Lift and slide the chassis into the rack cradle in the desired orientation.
    Note: The following figure shows an unthreaded rack example with rack nuts.

     

    Figure 7. Inserting the Switch into the Two-post Rack (758 Forward-Front)

  3. Secure the chassis to the rack as shown in the following figure.
    Figure 8. Securing the Chassis (758 Forward-Front)


     

    After completing the two-post Installation, proceed to Cabling the Modular Switch.

Four-post Rack Mount (Optional)

The switch can be mounted in either forward orientation (line cards and supervisors facing forward) or backward orientation (fans and PSUs facing forward) in a four-post rack.

The accessory kit includes the following four-post mounting parts:
  • 4-post rack cradle
  • mounting brackets
  • 18 screws

Rack Mounting the CCS-755 for Four-post

To mount the switch to the rack, perform the following tasks.

Attaching Mounting Brackets to the CCS-755 for Four-post

Attach the mounting brackets to both sides of the chassis using the screws provided in the kit for the desired orientation and position. The following figure shows the CCS-755 chassis with the mounting brackets for Forward-Front, Forward-Center, and Backward-Front mounting.

Figure 9. Attaching the Mounting Brackets for 755


 

Note: Note Center and rear mount are not supported for four-post rack mounting.

 

Inserting and Securing the Cradle to the Racks for Four Post 755

  1. Insert two screws loosely in the two front rack posts and two in the back two rack posts at the same level for the figure below.
    Figure 10. Attaching Mounting Screws to the Rack Posts for 755

     

  2. Buckle the straps on the cradle together, prior to installation, so the left and right sides are angled slightly inwards for the figure below.
    Figure 11. Buckling the Straps

     

  3. Pull out the rear sliding rails slightly beyond the back rack posts.
  4. Insert the cradle so that the notches in the cradle engage behind the loosely mounted front screws for the figure below.
  5. Slide the rear sliding rails back in so that they are flush with the back rack posts, the notches in the cradle engage behind the loosely mounted screws, and the bottom of the cradle is horizontal and level for the figure below.
    Figure 12. Inserting the Cradle

     

  6. Release the clasp on the connector to rotate the left and right sides so they are vertical for the figure below.
    Figure 13. Aligning the Cradle in the Rack

     

  7. Secure the cradle to the rack posts using the remaining screws, and tighten the loosely mounted screws for the figure below.
    Figure 14. Securing the Cradle in the Rack

Inserting and Securing the Switch into the Rack for Four-post 755

  1. Move the chassis to the rack using a mechanical lift.
    Note: If modules are inserted in the chassis, use the lift carefully to avoid damaging any components.

     

  2. Lift the chassis into the rack and slide it into the cradle for the figure below.
    Figure 15. Inserting the Chassis (755 Forward-Front)

     

  3. Secure the chassis by tightening additional screws on the front flanges into the rack posts for the figure below.
    Figure 16. Securing the Chassis (755 Forward-Front)


     

    After completing the Four-Post Installation, proceed to Cabling the Modular Switch.

Rack Mounting the CCS-758 for Four-post

To mount the switch to the rack, perform the following tasks:

Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Four Post CCS-758

Attach the mounting brackets to both sides of the chassis using the screws provided in the kit for the desired orientation and position. The figure below shows the 758 chassis with the mounting brackets for Forward-Front and Backward-Front mounting.
Figure 17. Attaching the Mounting Brackets for 758

 

Note: Center mount is not supported for four-post rack mounting.

 

Inserting and Securing the Cradle to the Racks for Four Post CCS-758

To insert and secure the cradle assembly to the rack use the following steps.

  1. Insert two screws loosely in the two front rack posts and two in the back two rack posts at the same level for the figure below.
    Figure 18. Figure 3-18: Attaching Mounting Screws to the Rack Posts for 758

  2. Buckle the straps on the cradle together, prior to installation, so the left and right sides are angled slightly inwards for the figure below.
    Figure 19. Figure 3-19: Buckling the straps

  3. Pull out the rear sliding rails slightly beyond the back rack posts.
  4. Insert the cradle so that the notches in the cradle engage behind the loosely mounted front screws for the figure below.
  5. Slide the rear sliding rails back in so that they are flush with the back rack posts, the notches in the cradle engage behind the loosely mounted screws, and the bottom of the cradle is horizontal and level for the figure below.
    Figure 20. Figure 3-20: Inserting the cradle

  6. Release the clasp on the connector to rotate the left and right sides so they are vertical for the figure below.
    Figure 21. Figure 3-21: Aligning the cradle in the rack

  7. Secure the cradle to the rack posts using the remaining screws, and tighten the loosely mounted screws for the figuer below.
    Figure 22. Figure 3-22: Securing the cradle in the rack

Inserting and Securing the Switch into the Four-post Rack 758

Note: If modules are inserted in the chassis, use the lift carefully to avoid damaging any components.
  1. Lift the chassis into the rack and slide it into the cradle.
    Figure 23. Inserting the Chassis (758 Forward-Front)

  2. Secure the chassis by tightening additional screws on the front flanges into the rack posts (Figure 24 - Securing the Chassis (758 Forward-Front)).
    Figure 24. Securing the Chassis (758 Forward-Front)

    After completing the Four-Post Installation, proceed to Cabling the Modular Switch.

Preparation

Site Selection

The following criteria should be considered when selecting a site to install the switch.

Figure 1. Clearance Requirements and Footprint for Switches

 

Table 1 - Clearance Requirements and Footprint Dimensions shows the dimensions for each of the modular switches.

Table 1. Clearance Requirements and Footprint Dimensions
Switch Clearance Requirements Dimensions
A B C
CCS-755 24.2 cm

(9.5 in.)

94.0 cm

(16.5 in.)

35.1 cm

(13.8 in.)

CCS-758 24.2 cm

(9.5 in.)

94.0 cm

(16.5 in.)

35.1 cm

(13.8 in.)

 

  • Temperature and Ventilation: For proper ventilation, install the switch where there is ample airflow to the front and back of the switch. The temperature should not go below 0° or exceed 40°C.
    Important:

    To prevent the switch from overheating, do not operate it in an area where the ambient temperature exceeds 40°C (104°F).

     

    Pour empêcher l'interrupteur de surchauffe, ne pas utiliser il dans une zone où la température ambiante est supérieure à 40°C (104°F).

     

     

  • Airflow Orientation: The fans direct air from the front panel to the rear panel. Orient the front panel toward the cool aisle.
  • Rack Space Requirements: Table 2 -Rack Space Requirements shows the rack space requirements for each of the modular switches.
    Table 2. Rack Space Requirements
    Switch Rack or Cabinet (standard 19" EIA) Mount Kit
    2-post 4-post Switch Height (RU)
    CCS-755 KIT-CCS-750-2P KIT-CCS-750-4P 7
    CCS-758 KIT-CCS-750-2P KIT-CCS-750-4P 10

     

    Note: The accessory kit provides the required mounting hardware for each switch.

     

  • Power Requirements: Arista switches require a minimum number of operating power supplies in all chassis, and for each power domain of switches with multiple power domains. Refer to Cabling the Modular Switch for more details regarding your switch.
  • Other Requirements: Select a site where liquids or objects cannot fall onto the equipment and foreign objects are not drawn into the ventilation holes. Verify these guidelines are met:
    • Clearance areas to the front and rear panels allow for unrestricted cabling.
    • All front and rear panel indicators can be easily read.
    • AC power cords can reach from the AC power outlet to the input connectors.

Tools and Parts Required for Installation

The following tools are required to install a modular switch.

  • Mechanical device capable of lifting chassis being installed. (Table 3 - Rack Component Requirements.)
  • Torque reading nut driver (for DC power supplies).
  • #2 Phillips head screwdriver.

Rack Mount: Shows the Rack Components Required for each of the Modular Switches.

The following table shows the rack components required for each of the modular switches.
Table 3. Rack Component Requirements
Switch Rack or Cabinet (standard 19" EIA)
Rack screws(1) Rack Nuts(2) Notes
CCS-755 14 14 2-post installation, 4-post installation
CCS-758 18 18 2-post installation, 4-post installation

 

The accessory kit includes screws that fit many common equipment racks.

Rack nuts are only for racks with unthreaded, rack-post holes.

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions

Observe these guidelines to avoid ESD damage when installing or servicing the switch.

  • Assemble or disassemble equipment only in a static-free work area.
  • Use a conductive work surfaces (such as an anti-static mat) to dissipate static charge.
  • Wear an ESD wrist strap to dissipate static charge accumulation.
  • Minimize handling of assemblies and components.
  • Keep replacement parts in their original static-free packaging.
  • Remove all plastic, foam, vinyl, paper, and other static-generating materials from the work area.
  • Use tools that do not create ESD.

Overview

Scope

This guide is intended for properly trained service personnel and technicians who need to install the following Arista Networks Data Center Switches.

  • CCS-755
  • CCS-758
    Important: Only qualified personnel should install, service, or replace this equipment.

     

    Seul le personnel qualifié doit installer, service, ou remplacer cet équipement.

     

Receiving and Inspecting the Equipment

Upon receiving the switch, inspect the shipping boxes 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 confirm that you received all listed items. Compare the packing list with your 750 Series Modular Switches purchase order. Parts List provides a list of components included with the switch.

Installation Process

The following tasks are required to install and use the switch.

  1. Select and prepare the installation site. (Site Selection.)
  2. Assemble the installation tools listed. (Tools and Parts Required for Installation.)
  3. Attach the mounting brackets and install the switch in an equipment rack. (Rack Mounting the Switch.)
  4. Connect the switch to the power source and network devices. (Cabling the Modular Switch.)
  5. Configure the switch. (Configuring the Modular Switch.)
Important:

Class 1 Laser Product: This product has provisions to install Class 1 laser transceivers that provides optical coupling to the communication network. Once a Class 1 laser product is installed, the equipment is a Class 1 Laser Product. 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 60825, CSA E60825-1, and Code of Federal Regulations 21 CFR 1040 is not exceeded after the laser transceiver have been installed. Do not install 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 certified for use in the country of installation by the cognizant agency are to be utilized in this product.

 

Produit Laser de classe 1: Ce produit a des dispositions pour installer des émetteurs-récepteurs de laser de classe 1 qui offre de couplage au réseau de communication optique.Une fois un produit laser de classe 1 est installé, l'équipement est un produit Laser de classe 1 (Appareil à Laser de Classe 1).Le client est responsable pour sélectionner et installer l'émetteur/récepteur de laser de classe 1 et pour assurer que la classe 1 AEL (limite d'émission admissible) par EN/IEC 60825, CSA E60825-1, et Code des règlements fédéraux 21 CFR 1040 ne soit pas dépassée après avoir installé l'émetteur/récepteur de laser. Ne pas installer des appareils à laser dont la cote de classe est supérieure à 1.Voir toutes les consignes de sécurité qui ont accompagné l'émetteur-récepteur avant l'installation. Seuls appareils laser de classe 1 certifiés pour une utilisation dans le pays d’installation par l’organisme compétent doivent être utilisées dans ce produit.

 

 

Important:

Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled in accordance with all national laws and regulations.

 

L'élimination finale de ce produit doit être effectuée conformément à toutes les lois nationales etrèglements.

 

Obtaining Technical Assistance

Any customer, partner, reseller or distributor holding a valid Arista Service Contract can obtain technical support in any of the following ways:

Specifications

Table 1 - Modular Switch Specifications lists the specifications of Arista Data Center modular switches covered by this guide.

Table 1. Modular Switch Specifications
  CCS-755 CCS-758
Height 7 RU: 305 mm

(12.0 inches)

10 RU: 439.4 mm

(17.3 inches)

Width 441 mm

(17.36 inches) maximum

441 mm

(17.36 inches) maximum

Depth 940 mm

(16.5 inches)

940 mm

(16.5 inches)

Weight 65.4 kg

(143.9 lbs) fully loaded

91.6 kg

(201.5 lbs) fully loaded

AC Branch Circuit Protection 20 A 20 A
Input Power Circuits 6 circuits 10 circuits
Ambient Temperature Storage Temperature

Relative Humidity

Altitude

0° to40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F)

5 to 90%

0 to 3,000 meters (0 to 10,000 feet)

0° to40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F)

5 to 90% 0 to 3,000 meters (0 to 10,000 feet)

Cooling See Power draw configurations in Table 2 - 750 Series Power Specifications

See Power draw configurations in Table 2 - 750 Series Power Specifications

 

The Table 2 - 750 Series Power Specifications lists the power specifications of the modular switch components.

Table 2. 750 Series Power Specifications
Module Type Part Number Power Draw (Typical / Maximum - non PoE) Available Power (for PoE)1
Supervisor Modules CCS-750-Sup100

CCS-750-Sup25

79 W / 94 W

70 W / 80 W

 
Linecard Modules

CCS-750X-48TP-LC

CCS-750X-48ZP-LC

CCS-750X-48ZXP-LC

CCS-750X-48SX-LC

CCS-750X-48THP-LC

42 W / 43 W

83 W / 87 W

148 W / 160 W

59 W / 227 W

42 W / 43 W

 
Switch Card Modules

CCS-755-X3-SC

CCS-758-X3-SC

82 W / 159 W

101 W / 174 W

 
Power Supply (AC) PWR-3351-AC-RED 52 W  
755 Series System Full chassis loaded with

2 CCS-750-Sup100

2 CCS-755-X3-SC

5 CCS-750X-48ZP

6 PWR-3351-AC-RED

1026 W / 1251 W 18871 W
758 Series System Full chassis loaded with

2 CCS-750-Sup100

2 CCS-755-X3-SC

8 CCS-750X-48ZP

10 PWR-3351-AC-RED

1338 W / 1566 W 31789 W

1 Assumes all PSUs are operating between 220 - 240 V.

2 When no AC input is applied.

Note1: Includes typical power supply conversion inefficiency. Contact your local Sales Engineer for 750 power calculator details.

Note2: Power numbers given as Typical/Maximum or Typical/Hot/Maximum where Hot is defined as 40°C Sea Level.

* Not N+N redundant power at worst case Temp/Elevation.

Quick Start Guide
750 Series Modular
Cognitive Campus Switches
Arista Networks

www.arista.com

DOC-04730-04

Headquarters
5453 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA
+1-408 547-5500
www.arista.com
Support
+1-408 547-5502
+1-866 476-0000
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Sales
+1-408 547-5501
+1-866 497-0000
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
© Copyright 2025 Arista Networks, Inc. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Arista Networks and the Arista logo are trademarks of Arista Networks, Inc., in the United States and other countries. Other product or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.