Chapter 4: Site Preparation
Environmental Requirements and Specifications for EX Series Switches
The switch must be installed in a rack or cabinet housed in a dry, clean,
Ensure that these environmental guidelines are followed:
■The site must be as
■Maintain ambient airflow for normal switch operation. If the airflow is blocked or restricted, or if the intake air is too warm, the switch might overheat, leading to the switch temperature monitor shutting down the switch to protect the hardware components.
Table 26 on page 85 provides the required environmental conditions for normal switch operation.
Table 26: EX Series Switch Environmental Tolerances
Description | Tolerance |
Altitude | No performance degradation to 10,000 feet (3048 meters) |
Relative humidity | Normal operation ensured in relative humidity range of 10% |
| through 85%, noncondensing |
Temperature | ■ EX2200, EX3200, and EX4200 switches: Normal operation |
| ensured in temperature range of 32° F through 113° F (0° C |
| through 45° C) |
| ■ EX8208 and EX8216 switches: Normal operation ensured in |
| temperature range of 32° F through 104° F (0° C through |
| 40° C) |
Seismic | Complies with Zone 4 earthquake requirements as per |
| 3. |
NOTE: Install EX Series switches only in restricted areas, such as dedicated equipment rooms and equipment closets, in accordance with Articles
Related Topics ■ Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance for EX2200 Switches
■Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance for EX3200 and EX4200 Switches on page 91
■Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance for an EX8208 Switch
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