Step5 Place the switch on the tray horizontally, slide the tray into the cabinet, and fix the other end of mounting brackets to the front brackets with crews and captive nuts, as shown in Figure 3-4.

Mounting the Switch on a Workbench

In many cases, standard 19-inch racks are not available. Therefore, switches are often placed on clean workbenches. To place your switch on a workbench, you simply need to:

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Make sure that the workbench is clean, flat, and sturdy.

Make sure that the environment is well ventilated and allows 10 cm (3.94 in.) of space around the chassis for heat dissipation.

Do not place heavy objects on your switch.

The vertical distance between two switches must be at least 1.5 cm (0.59 in).

Connecting the Grounding Cable

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Correctly connecting the chassis grounding cable is crucial to the lightning protection and electromagnetic susceptibility (EMS) of a switch.

The power and grounding terminals in this section are for illustration only.

The power input end of the switch is connected with a noise filter, whose central ground is directly connected to the chassis, forming the so-called chassis ground (commonly known as PGND). This chassis ground must be securely connected to the earth so that the faradism and leakage electricity can be safely released to the earth, enhancing the EMS capability of the switch.

When a Grounding Strip is Available

When a grounding strip is available at the installation site, attach one end of the yellow-green grounding cable (PGND cable) of the switch to the grounding screw on the grounding strip (the grounding screw and the grounding hole are on the rear panel of the switch and are marked with a grounding sign). To do this, follow these steps:

Step1 Remove the grounding screw from the rear panel of the switch chassis.

Step2 Put the supplied OT terminal of the PGND cable on the grounding screw.

Step3 Fasten the grounding screw, which is attached with the OT terminal of the PGND cable, into the grounding screw hole with a screwdriver.

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3Com 4510G manual Mounting the Switch on a Workbench, Connecting the Grounding Cable, When a Grounding Strip is Available

4510G specifications

The 3Com 4510G is a high-performance, stackable switch designed to meet the demands of modern enterprise networks. This switch is part of the 3Com switch family, known for its reliability, ease of use, and advanced features tailored for both small and medium-sized businesses, as well as larger enterprises.

One of the standout features of the 3Com 4510G is its high-density 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports. With a configuration of up to 48 ports, this switch allows for efficient data transfer and connectivity among devices in the network. The switch also supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), enabling it to deliver power to PoE-enabled devices like IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras, simplifying deployment and reducing cable clutter.

In terms of performance, the 3Com 4510G offers non-blocking architecture, which ensures that any port can handle its maximum throughput without causing bottlenecks. This switch is equipped with a high-performance switching capacity, allowing for seamless data flow and minimizing latency, which is critical for applications such as voice over IP (VoIP) and video conferencing.

The 3Com 4510G also provides advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing capabilities. It supports features like VLANs, link aggregation, and multicast routing, which enhance network segmentation and optimize traffic management. The switch supports a comprehensive set of security features, including Access Control Lists (ACLs) and port security, to safeguard the network against unauthorized access.

Management is another strong suite of the 3Com 4510G. It supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) for effective network monitoring and management, as well as a user-friendly web interface and command-line interface (CLI) for easy configuration. Network administrators can easily troubleshoot and maintain the switch through these interfaces, ensuring optimal performance.

Additionally, the 3Com 4510G is designed with energy efficiency in mind, adhering to environmental standards, and thereby reducing operational costs over time.

With its robust feature set, advanced technologies, and high reliability, the 3Com 4510G switch stands out as an excellent choice for organizations looking to build a scalable and efficient network infrastructure. Its combination of performance, ease of management, and security makes it a valuable asset for meeting current and future networking needs.