Installation 13
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Installation

Getting Started

Before installing your Console Switch, refer to the following list to ensure you have all items that
shipped with the appliance as well as other items necessary for proper installation.
Supplied with the Console Switch
The following are supplied with the Console Switch:
• Console Switch appliance
•Power cord
•CAT 5 cable
• Rack mounting kit
• 0U mounting bracket
•One serial cable
• Console Switch Installer/Use r’s Guide
• Console Switch Quick Installation Guide
Additional Items Needed
The following are additional items you may need to install your Console Switch:
• One Server Interface Pod (SIP) module and UTP cabling per attached server or switch
• 1U mounting (optional)

Rack Mounting Your Console Switch

NOTE: Rack mounting kits are sold separately.
Your Console Switch may be rack mounted usi ng brack ets a vailable through Dell. Be fore i nstall ing the
appliance and other components in the rack cabinet (if not already installed), stabilize the rack in a
permanent location. Install your equipment starting at the bottom of the rack cabinet, then work
to the top. Avoid uneven loading or overloading of rack cabinets.