3 INSTALLING THE SWIT CH
SELECTING A SITE
Switch units can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat
surface. Be sure to follow the guidelines below when choosing a location.
The site should:
be at the center of all the devices you want to link and near a power
outlet.
be able to maintain its temperature within 0 to 50 °C (32 to
122
°F)
and its humidity within 5% to 95%, non-conden sing
provide adequate space (approximately five centimeters o r two inches)
on all sides for proper air flow
be accessible for insta lling, cabling and maintaining the d evices
allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible
Make sure twisted-pair cable is a lw a ys ro u ted away from power lines,
fluorescent lighting fixtures and other sources o f electr i cal in ter fer ence,
such as radios and transmitters.
Make sure that the unit is connecte d to a separate grounded power outlet
that provides 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, is within 2 m (6.6 feet) of each
device and is powered from an independent c i rcui t br eaker. As with any
equipment, using a filter or surge suppressor is recommended.
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