Dell 3548 manual Installing the PowerConnect 3524/P

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Port Description	27
PowerConnect 3524 Port Description	27
The back panel contains an RPS connector, console port,
and power connector	28
PowerConnect 3548 Port Description	28
SFP Ports	29
RS-232 Console Port	29
Physical Dimensions	30
LED Definitions	30
Gigabit Port LEDs	32
System LEDs	33
Power Supplies	35
Stack ID Button	36
Reset Button	37
Ventilation System	37

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Site Preparation	39
Unpacking	39
Package Contents	39
Unpacking the Device	40
Mounting the Device	40
Installing in a Rack	40
Installing on a Flat Surface	41
Installing the Device on a Wall	42
Connecting to a Terminal	43
Connecting a Device to a Power Supply	43
Installing a Stack	44
Overview	44
Stacking PowerConnect 35xx Series Systems Switches	44
Unit ID Selection Process	46
Starting and Configuring the Device	47
Connecting to the Device	47

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