Chapter 2: Safety Precautions and Site Requirements
Selecting a Site for the SwitchBlade x8112
Please observe the following site requirements for the switch:
The equipment rack must be safely secured so that it will not tip over. Devices in a rack should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier devices near the bottom of the rack.
The power outlet for the switch should be located near the unit and should be easily accessible.
The power sources for multiple power supplies of the same type should be on different A/C circuits to protect the unit from a power circuit failure.
Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the network devices.
The site should provide easy access to the ports on the front of the chassis so that you can easily connect and disconnect the network cables, as well as view the unit’s LEDs.
Air flow around the unit and through the side and rear vents should be unrestricted.
The site should provide a reliable and earth (grounded) power supply source, preferably dedicated and filtered.
Twisted pair cabling must not be exposed to sources of electrical noise, such as radio transmitters, broadband amplifiers, power lines, electric motors, and fluorescent fixtures.
Switch ports are suitable for
Do not place objects on top of the switch.
Do not expose the switch to moisture or water.
The site should be a
The power cords provided with the
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