Your Gateway access point is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed.
Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your Gateway access point.
Setting up your access point
■Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before you operate your access point. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use.
■Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator.
■Install the access point on a stable work surface in an open area away from people.
■The product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.
■If your access point has a voltage selector switch, make sure that the switch is in the correct position for your geographic area. The power supply should be set at the factory to the correct voltage, but check to avoid possible damage.
■Openings in the case are provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Make sure you provide adequate space, at least 6 inches (15 cm), around the AP for ventilation when you set it up. Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation openings.
■Some products are equipped with a
■If you use an extension cord with this access point, make sure that the total ampere rating on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
Warning High voltages can enter your AP through both the power cord and the cable connections going outside the building. Protect your equipment by using a surge protector. During an electrical storm, unplug the surge protector and any cables going outside the building.
Important A qualified electrician must perform all mains connections to power and to safety grounds. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable local or national codes and practices.
Warning Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.
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