AT-8900 SERIES QUICK INSTALL GUIDE
AT-8900 Series Quick Install Guide Document Number C613-04048-01 REV B. Copyright © 2004 Allied Telesyn International, Corp. 19800 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200, Bothell, WA 98011, USA. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission from Allied Telesyn. Allied Telesyn International, Corp. reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior written notice.
Quick Install Guide 3 Documentation Roadmap AT-PWR01 AT-8900 Series Safety and Statutory Information Quick Install Guide AT-8900 Series Safety and Statutory Information Booklet AT-8900 Series Quick Install Guide General Customer Support AT-8900 Series Software Reference Visit www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz for the latest documentation, FAQs, and support information.
AT-8900 Series Selecting a Site The switch can be installed in a standard 19 inch rack, on a level surface such as a desktop or bench, or against a wall using the optional wall-mount kit. When installing the switch, choose a site that: ■ allows adequate airflow around the switch and its vents. ■ is free of dust and moisture. ■ will maintain an ambient temperature range of 0 to 50º C (32 to 122º F) and a humidity range of 5 to 95% non-condensing.
Quick Install Guide 5 Installing the Switch This equipment must be earthed. Follow these steps to install the switch: 1. Read the safety information For safety information, see the Safety and Statutory Information booklet. A copy of this booklet is supplied with each switch, and can also be found on the Documentation and Tools CD-ROM or at http:// www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/at8900. 2.
AT-8900 Series Figure 1: Fitting rack-mount brackets on the switch Front Bracket Switch Bracket A A A Rear bracket Key: A B screw nut Rear Bracket Bracket A A A Switch B B Adjustable bracket extension 8900RM C613-04048-01 REV B
Quick Install Guide 7 To install the switch using the wall-mount kit: • Ensure that there is sufficient space on the wall for the switch and its associated cables. Note that the wall-mount kit is designed to hold the switch against the wall with the front and back of the switch vertical. • Remove the rubber feet from the switch. • Screw the brackets to the sides of the switch using the supplied M4 screws (see Figure 2). • Locate the position on the wall where the switch will be mounted.
AT-8900 Series The wall-mount kit is purchased separately. To order a wall-mount kit, contact your authorised Allied Telesyn distributor or reseller for more information, or visit http:// www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/at8900. 6. Apply power to the PSU For AC Models: Read the AT-8900 Series Statutory and Safety Information booklet before connecting a PSU to an AC power source.
Quick Install Guide 9 3. Connect the ground wire to the ground terminal. Terminals can be identified by the diagram on the switch’s rear panel. Tighten the terminal to between 2.4 and 4.0 Nm (21.3 and 35.4 lbf in). 4. Connect the positive feed to the + (positive) terminal and the negative feed to the - (negative) terminal. Tighten the terminals to between 2.4 and 4.0 Nm (21.3 and 35.4 lbf in). Check that the PSU terminals are wired to the correct polarity.
Configuring the Switch Some configuration is necessary to enable the switch’s advanced switching capabilities. This is achieved via the Command Line Interface (CLI). Using the CLI to configure a switch 1. Connect a terminal or PC to RJ-45 (ASYN0) Using the supplied RJ-45 straight-through cable, connect your terminal or PC to the RS-232 Terminal Port on the switch’s front panel. 2. Set the communication parameters Set the communication parameters on your terminal or terminal emulation program to: 3.
Quick Install Guide 11 Alternatively, type a question mark (?) at the end of a partially completed command to see a list of valid options. See the AT-8900 Series Software Reference for more information on configuring the switch. System LEDs The following tables define the LED indicator functions on the switch, power supply units (PSUs), and fan only module (FOM).
AT-8900 Series PSU and FOM LEDs Table 2: LEDs on the AT-PWR01 and AT-FAN01 LED State Function Fault Red There is either a fan failure, or the temperature has exceeded the specified limit of 75º C (167º F). PWR Green A PSU is installed and supplying power to the switch. The FOM does not have this LED. The AT-8900 Series Hardware Reference has further troubleshooting information, including information on switch port LEDs.
