Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch
Planning the Installation
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Check that the power outlets for the switches are located near the devices and are easily accessible.
Verify that the site provides easy access to the ports on the back of the switch. This will make it easy for you to connect and disconnect cables, as well as view the port LEDs.
Check that the site allows for adequate air flow around the units and through the cooling vents on the front and rear panels. (The airflow direction is from fan modules on the front panel through the unit to the port side on the rear panel.)
Do not place objects on top of the switch.
Do not expose the switch to moisture or water.
Make sure the site is a
Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the network devices.
Do not install the switch in a wiring or utility box because it will overheat and fail from inadequate airflow.
If the unit is to be installed in an equipment rack, check that the rack is safely secured and will not tip over. Devices in a rack should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier devices near the bottom of the rack.
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