24 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE SWITCH
Choosing a Suitable Site The Switch is suited for use in an office environment where it can be
mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, or free standing.
Alternatively, the Switch can be rack-mounted in a wiring closet or
equipment room. A rack-mounting kit, contai ning two mounting
brackets and four screws, is supplied with the S witch.
When deciding where to position the Switch, ensure that:
■You are able to meet the configuration rules detailed in
“Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet” on page 20.
■The Switch is accessible and cables can be connected easily.
■Cabling is away from:
■Sources of electrical noise such as radios, transmitters an d
broadband amplifiers
■Power lines and fluorescent lighting fixtures
■Water or moisture cannot enter the case of the Switch.
■Air-flow is not restricted around the Switch or through the vents in the
side of the Switch. We recommend that you provide a minimum of
25mm (1in.) clearance.
■No more than four Switch units are placed on top of one another, if
the units are free standing.
■If used in an office environment, the switch is positioned so that any
noise from the fan is not disruptive.
Rack-mounting The Switch is 1U high and fits in m ost standard 19-inch racks.
CAUTION:Disconne ct all cables from the Switch before co ntinuing.
Remove all self adhesive pads from the unders ide of the Switch if they
have been fitted.
1Place the Switch the right way up on a hard flat surface, with the front
facing towards you.
2Locate a mounting bracket over the mount ing holes on one side of the
Switch, as shown in Figure 7.
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