Installation and Safety Guide
7
Installing the Switch
You can install the switch on a level surface, such as a desktop or bench, in a
standard 19-inch rack, or in a 23-inch rack.
The ports on the switch must not be metallically connected to interfaces that
connect to Outside Plant or its wiring (NEBS requirement).

Before you begin

■Read the safety information.
For your well-being and that of the equipment, read the safety information in
this document. You can also download this document
from
www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software.
■Verify the package contents if you have not already done so.
See “Package Contents” on page 5. If any items are damaged or missing,
contact your authorised distributor or reseller.
■Gather necessary tools and equipment.
For a Rapier 48w AC switch, you will need:
• a Phillips #2 screwdriver for fitting the rack-mount brackets
• four rack-mount screws and cage nuts (if required)
For a Rapier 48w DC switch, you will need:
• a Phillips #2 screwdriver for fitting the rack-mount brackets
• four rack-mount screws and cage nuts (if required)
• a flat screwdriver for the captive screws on the fan units and the DC
power connection
• a suitable spanner for tightening the nuts on the chassis grounding stud
• an appropriate DC power source, DC supply cable, ring connectors,
wire strippers, and a PANDUIT Uni-Die® dieless crimping toolset
■Prepare the cabinet in a suitable location
Follow guidelines described in “Selecting a Site” on page 6 to choose an
appropriate location and modify the rack as necessary.
You can install the switch in a 19-inch rack, a 23-inch rack, or on a flat bench.
■If you have an optional Network Service Module (NSM), or Port Interface
Cards (PICs), install them in the switch first.
For details, refer to the Network Service Module Installation and Safety Guide and
the Port Interface Card Installation and Safety Guide. These guides are shipped
with each NSM or PIC. You can also download them from
www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software.