NETGEAR GS748T manual Chapter Installation, Preparing the Site

Chapter 4

Installation

This chapter describes the installation procedures for your NETGEAR GS748T Gigabit Smart Switch. Switch installation involves the following steps:

1.Preparing the site

2.Installing the switch

3.Checking the installation

4.Connecting devices to the switch

5.Installing an SFP GBIC module

6.Applying AC power

7.Switching management through a Web Browser or Utility Program (initial configuration)

Step 1: Preparing the Site

Before you install your switch, ensure that your operating environment meets the environmental requirements in Table 4-1.

Table 4-1. Site Requirements

Characteristics	Requirements
Mounting
Installations	Desktop: provide a flat table or shelf surface
	Rack-mount: use a 19-inch (48.3-centimeter) EIA standard equipment rack
	that is grounded and physically secure. You also need the rack-mount kit
	supplied with your switch.
Access	Locate the switch in a position that lets you access the front panel RJ-45
	ports, view the front panel LEDs, and access power connector.
Power source	Provide a power sourcea within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of the installation location.
	Ensure that the AC outlet is not controlled by a wall switch, which can
	accidentally turn off power to the outlet and the switch.
Environmental

4-1

v1.0, January 2007