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H3C S5500-EI & S5500-SI Series Ethernet Switches
Quick Start Guide
Hangzhou H3C Technologies Co., Ltd.
http://www.h3c.com
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recommendations in this document do not constitute the warranty of any kind, express or implied.
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S5500-EI and S5500-SI Quick Start Guide
About this guide
This guide provides steps for basic installation and configuration for the S5500-EI and S5500-SI
series. Further information, such as optional installation and configuration procedures are
available in the S5500-EI and S5500-SI Installation Guide. For information about changing the
boot mode, loading software, and maintenance and troubleshooting, see the S5500-EI and
S5500-SI Installation Guide.
Product overview
The S5500-EI series include the following models.
• S5500-28C-EI-DC
• S5500-28C-EI
• S5500-52C-EI
• S5500-52C-PWR-EI
• S5500-28C-PWR-EI
• S5500-28F-EI
The S5500-SI series includes the following models.
• S5500-28C-SI
• S5500-52C-SI
• S5500-28C-PWR-SI
• S5500-28C-PWR-SI
• S5500-20TP-SI
Prepare for installation
Safety recommendations
To avoid possible bodily injury and equipment damage, read the following safety
recommendations before installing an H3C S5500-EI or S5500-SI switch; these do not cover
every possible hazardous condition.
• Do not place the switch near water or in a damp environment. Prevent water or moisture
from entering the switch chassis.
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