You can install a Nexus 7010 switch in any cabinet as long as it meets these standard requirements

• Standard perforated cabinets
• Standard open racks
• Solid walled cabinet (needs roof fan tray)
• 19-inch Four-post rack with universal hole spacing

Height

• Must be at least 21 RU for one chassis
• 42 RU for two chassis ( recommended is 45 RU)

Depth

• 24 to 32 inches between front and rear mounting brackets

Clearances between Nexus 7010 chassis and edge of rack or interior of cabinet

• 7 inches between the chassis (front/back) or interior cabinet for cabling

Additional site requirements for the rack

• AC Power receptacles must be with 12 feet of each power supply in each chassis
• Provide cable management for up to 384 ports for each chassis
• Cable management should support for up to 384 ports per chassis.
• Cable routing should not block access to any of the modules
• Cable routing should not block any airflow or exhaust vents