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28 Extreme CPE Product Manual
Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation
2.6 IDU Installation
2.6.1 Select a location
The IDU can be installed indoors on any horizontal surface, such as a desktop or
shelf. Be sure to select an suitable location for the device. Consider these points:
Select a cool, dry place, which is out of direct sunlight.
The device should have adequate space (approximately two inches) on all sides
for proper air flow.
The device must be near an AC power outlet that provides 100 to 240 V, 50 to
60 Hz.
Be sure to attach the IDU ground wire to a nearby electrical earth point.
The device should be accessible for network cabling and allow the status LED
indicators to be clearly visible.
2.6.2 Installing the unit
The IDU is a plug-and-play device, so once it has been connected to your PC and
powered up, it is fully operable.
1 Power on the IDU by connecting the AC power adapter and plugging it into an
AC power source.
To connect the Extreme CPE, follow these steps:
CAUTION
Use ONLY the IDU power adapter supplied with the Extreme CPE. Otherwise, the CPE may be
damaged.
CAUTION
Do not install the power injector outdoors. The unit is for indoor installation only.