9032785 Installation 15
2. INSTALLATION

Inspecting Your Shipment

When you receive the shipment of your switch, check the package
contents and make sure you have the following items:
•ELS100-24TXM Fast Ethernet switch
•Fiber port protective plugs inserted into switch
•Mounting ears and mounting screws
•Power cord
•This document

Site Requirements

Before you install the switch, make sure the site meets the following
requirements:
•Mounting
Provide a flat table, wall or shelf surface, or an optional 19 in. (48.3
cm) equipment rack.
Use an EIA standard equipment rack that is grounded and physically
secure.
•Power source
Provide a power source within six feet (1.8 m) of the installation loca-
tion. This source must provide 100 VAC to 240 VAC, and 50 Hz to 60
Hz power, with a 100 VA minimum. Power specifications fo r the
switch are shown in Appendix A, “Specifications.”
•Environmental
Install the ELS100-24TXM switch in a dry area, with adequate air cir-
culation. Avoid placing the switch in direct sunlight or near other heat
sources, such as hot-air vents. For temperature and humidity speci-
fications, see Appendix A, “Specifications.”
•Ventilation
Do not restrict airflow by covering or obstructing air inlets on the side
of the switch or the rear panel internal air fan exits.
Primary voltage selection within the above ran ges is
automatic and requires no user action.