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♦Fan Provides ventilation inside the router. Please ensure to leave adequate space at the rear and sides of the unit for proper ventilation.
♦Power Socket A standard 100~240V socket for the power cord.
♦Power Switch A rocker switch that turns the router off and on.
Site Installation
The site where you install the
♦Install the router on a sturdy, level surface that can support at least 2 kg of weight. Do not place heavy objects on the router.
♦The power outlet should be within 1.82 meters (6 feet) of the router.
♦Visually inspect the power adapter cord and see that it is fully secured to the power socket.
♦Make sure that there is proper heat dissipation from and adequate ventilation around the router. Leave at least 10 cm of space at the side and rear of the router for ventilation.
♦Install the router in a fairly cool and dry place. See Appendix B for the acceptable temperature and humidity operating ranges.
♦Install the router in a site free from strong electromagnetic field generators (such as motors), vibration, dust, and direct exposure to sunlight.
♦When installing the router on a level surface, attach the rubber feet to the bottom of the device. The rubber feet cushion the router, protect the casing from scratches and prevent it from scratching other surfaces.
Rack Mounting
The
Installation and Initial Configuration of the Router
This section discusses the different connections that can be made to the router when setting it up.
Initially, you will only wish to connect the console to the router in order to configure the other ports. Once that is complete, you will need to turn off the power to the router and plug in the connection cables to the other devices. Next, power on the other devices. When they have finished powering up, power on the router. Each of these steps is described in detail in the sections below. Please skip any setting adjustments that do not apply to your configuration needs.
A Warning about Connecting Cables
It is important that correct cables are used for each connection; otherwise, the router could be damaged.
Before connecting or disconnecting an
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