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CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE REDUNDANT POWER UNIT
Installation
The RPU may be placed on a desktop or mounted in a r ack.
Caution: DO NOT place the RPU on the floor as t he case is not
waterproof. It is recommended that this RPU be installed in
a network equipment rack.
Selecting a Site
RPU units can be mounted in a standard 19-inch e quipment rack or on a
flat surface. Be sure to follow the guidelines below when choosing a
location.
•The site should:
- be at the center of all the devices you want to link and near a
power outlet.
- be able to maintain its temperature within 0 to 45°C (32 to
110 °F) and its humidity within 5% to 95%, non-condensing
- provide adequate space (approximately two inches) on all sides for
proper air flow
- be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the devices
- allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible