Preparing the Site

Before you install your switch, be sure your operating environment meets the operating environment requirements in Table 4-1.

Table 4-1. Site Requirements

 

 

 

Characteristics

Requirements

 

 

Mounting

 

Desktop installations:

Provide a flat table or shelf surface.

Rack-mount installations:

Use a 19-inch (48.3-centimeter) EIA standard equipment rack that is

 

grounded and physically secure. You also need the rack-mount kit supplied

 

with your switch.

 

 

Access

Locate the switch in a position that lets you access the front panel RJ-45

 

ports, view the front panel LEDs, and access the rear-panel stacking port(s)

 

and power connector.

 

 

Power source

Provide a power source within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of the installation

 

location. Power specifications for the switches are shown in Appendix A. Be

 

sure the AC outlet is not controlled by a wall switch, which can accidentally

 

turn off power to the outlet and the switch.

 

 

Environmental

 

 

Install the switch in a dry area, with ambient temperature between 0 and

Temperature:

40ºC (32 and 104ºF). Keep the switch away from heat sources such as

 

direct sunlight, warm air exhausts, hot-air vents, and heaters.

Operating humidity:

The installation location should have a maximum relative humidity of

 

90%, non-condensing.

 

 

Ventilation:

Do not restrict airflow by covering or obstructing air inlets on the sides of

 

the switch. Keep at least 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) free on all sides for

 

cooling. Be sure there is adequate airflow in the room or wiring closet where

 

you intend to install the switch.

Operating conditions:

Keep the switch at least 6 ft (1.83 m) away from nearest source of electro

 

magnetic noise, such as a photocopy machine.

 

 

After confirming that your site meets the requirements in Table 4-1, you are ready to install the switch.

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