Installing the Switch

Installation Procedures

Installing the Switch

W A R N I N GC a u t i o n s

Installation Precautions:

Follow these precautions when installing the 3500, 3500yl or 6200yl switches.

■The rack or cabinet should be adequately secured to prevent it from becoming unstable and/or falling over.

■Devices installed in a rack or cabinet should be mounted as low as possible, with the heaviest devices at the bottom and progressively lighter devices installed above.

■Neither the Right or Left sides of the switch can be placed down- ward. (That is, the right or left side of the unit while facing the front.)

■If the switch is to be shipped in a rack, be sure to use only an HP 10K rack. Mount the switch using rail kit part number 356578-B21 and shelf kit AB469A. Both kits must be used. Otherwise you will void the warranty.

■Ensure the power source circuits are properly grounded, then use the power cord supplied with the switch to connect it to the power source.

■If your installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the switch and power supply, be sure the cord is adequately sized for the switch’s current requirements. In addition, be sure to use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the regulations for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power cord can be used safely with the switch and power supply.

■When installing the switch, the AC outlet should be near the switch and should be easily accessible in case the switch must be powered off.

■Ensure the switch does not overload the power circuits, wiring, and over- current protection. To determine the possibility of overloading the supply circuits, add together the ampere ratings of all devices installed on the same circuit as the switch and compare the total with the rating limit for the circuit. The maximum ampere ratings are usually printed on the devices near the AC power connectors.

■Do not install the switch in an environment where the operating ambient temperature might exceed 55°C (131°F)1.

■Ensure the air flow around the sides and back of the switch is not restricted.

1If you are installing either of the 3500, 3500yl or 6200yl switches with an X2 transceiver installed, the operating ambient temperature should not exceed 40°C (104°F). See transceiver

specifications in the HP ProCurve Switch yl Module Installation Guide.

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