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Chapter 4 Installation and Maintenance

Installing the SCE 2000 Platform

If you are not rack-mounting your SCE 2000, place it on a sturdy tabletop or workbench. A rubber feet kit is included for tabletop installations.

This section provides instructions for the physical installation of the SCE 2000 platform, including how to install the SCE 2000 in a rack, how to install the SCE 2000 on a tabletop or workbench, and how to properly ground the SCE 2000 platform. The section contains the following topics:

•Installation Precautions (on page 4-5)

•Installing the SCE 2000 on a Workbench or Tabletop (on page 4-6)

•Rack-Mounting a SCE 2000 Platform ("Rack-Mounting a SCE 2000 Platform" on page 4-7)

•Attaching a Chassis Ground Connection (on page 4-13)

Installation Precautions

The router should already be in the area where you will install it, and your installation location should already be determined. If not, see Site Requirement Guidelines (on page 4-3) and the Site Preparation and Safety Guide.

When installing the SCE 2000, please observe the following conditions:

•Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clearance at its left and right sides for airflow clearance from the inlet and exhaust vents, and that no exhaust air from other equipment is drawn into the SCE 2000. For descriptions and illustrations regarding air flow, see Airflow (on page 4-3).

•Do not place the SCE 2000 on the floor during installation. Dust that accumulates on the floor is drawn into the interior of the SCE 2000 by the cooling fans. Excessive dust inside the SCE 2000 can cause over-temperature conditions and component failures.

•Allow at least 5 inches (12.7 cm) of clearance at the front and rear of the SCE 2000 for installing and rudimentary maintenance for accessing network cables or equipment.

•Ensure that the SCE 2000 will receive adequate ventilation. Do not install the SCE 2000 in an enclosed cabinet where ventilation is inadequate!

•Provide an adequate chassis Ground (earth) connection for the SCE 2000 (see Attaching a Chassis Ground Connection (on page 4-13) for instructions).

SCE 2000 4xGBE Installation and Configuration Guide

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