Minicom Advanced Systems 232 IP, 216 manual Pre-installation guidelines

SMART 216 / 232 IP

8. Pre-installation guidelines

∙Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that are likely to generate electrical noise

∙Place the Smart 216 IP on a flat, clean and dry surface

∙The Smart 216 IP is not intended for connection to exposed outdoor lines

∙Ensure that the maximum distance between each computer and the Smart 216 IP, does not exceed 30m/100ft for ROCs.

8.1Avoiding general rack mounting problems

Elevated operating ambient temperature

The operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the room ambient when installing into a closed or multi-unit rack assembly. So install the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum rated ambient temperature.

Reduced airflow

Install the equipment in a rack in such a way that the amount of airflow required for safe operation is not compromised. Leave a gap of at least 5cm/2” each side of the Smart 216 IP.

Mechanical loading

Mount the equipment in the rack in such a way that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

Circuit overloading

When connecting the equipment to the supply circuit, consider the effect that overloading of circuits might have on over-current protection and supply wiring.

Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Give attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).

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