User's Manual

Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation
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Selecting a Site
Observe the following requirements when choosing a site for the switch:
 If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, check that the
rack is safely secured and will not tip over. Devices in a rack should
be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier devices near
the bottom of the rack.
 If you are installing the switch on a table, be sure the table is level
and secure.
 The power outlet for the switch should be located near the unit and
be easily accessible.
 The site should provide easy access to the ports on the front of the
switch. This will make it easy for you to connect and disconnect
cables, as well as view the switch’s LEDs.
 To allow proper cooling of the switch, air flow around the unit and
through its vents on the side should be unrestricted.
 Do not place objects on top of the switch.
 Do not expose the switch to moisture or water.
 Make sure that the site is a dust-free environment.
 Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply
reliable electrical power to the host devices.
 The site should not be a wiring or utility box because the switch will
overheat and fail from inadequate air flow.
 Twisted pair cabling should not be exposed to sources of electrical
noise, such as radio transmitters, broadband amplifiers, power
lines, electric motors, or fluorescent fixtures.