Enterasys Networks C2RPS-SYS manual Introduction, RPS Overview

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Introduction

This chapter provides a functional overview of the Redundant Power System (RPS), which includes the following:

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RPS Overview

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C2RPS-CHAS8 Chassis

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C2RPS-PSM Power Supply Module

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RPS Deployment Strategies

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Getting Help

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RPS Overview

The RPS provides a simple and economical solution for providing a backup power source for up to eight SecureStack Ethernet switch devices. When a PSM is connected to a switch device, the PSM continuously monitors the internal power supply of the switch device. If a power interruption is detected, the PSM is automatically triggered to provide power for the switch device, preventing an interruption in network traffic.

The end result is a more reliable network infrastructure, protecting the network from a single source of failure from a network device power supply.

Depending on your system requirements, the RPS can consist of the following components to support up to eight switch devices:

One C2RPS‐CHAS8 chassis

Up to eight C2RPS‐PSMs

Up to eight AC power cords (one per C2RPS‐PSM)

Up to eight C2RPS‐PSM Cables (one per C2RPS‐PSM)

Note: The chassis is shipped with one PSM. Additional PSMs are ordered separately. Each PSM is shipped with an interconnecting C2RPS-PSM Cable and an AC power cord.

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Contents SecureStack C2 Redundant Power System Page Page Regulatory Compliance Information Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Declaration of Conformity Enterasys Networks, Inc Firmware License Agreement Page Vii Viii Contents Figures Structure of This Guide Using This GuideAbout this Guide Using the SecureStack C2 Manual Set Following conventions are used in this guide Conventions Used in This GuideConventions Used in This Guide Xiv About this Guide RPS Overview IntroductionC2RPS-CHAS8 Chassis Power supply slot cover Captive screw 2 per coverC2RPS-PSM front view C2RPS-PSM Power Supply ModuleRPS Deployment Strategies RPS Supporting a Group of Switches up to eightSupport@enterasys.com Getting HelpGetting Help Introduction Required Tools InstallationUnpacking Chassis and Power Supply Modules Installing C2RPS-PSMs C2RPS-PSM Installation Replacing an Installed C2RPS-PSMGuidelines for Rackmount Installation Installing C2RPS-CHAS8 into the RackRack Mounting the Chassis Fastening the C2RPS-CHAS8 to the Rack Connecting the PSM Cables and AC Power CordsC2RPS-PSM Cable C2RPS-PSM Cable and AC Power Cord Connections C2RPS-CHAS8 Chassis Specifications SpecificationsC2RPS-PSM Redundant Power Supply Output Connector C2RPS-PSM SpecificationsTable A-4 Compliance Standards Compliance StandardsCompliance Standards Specifications