Specifications

324-Port 10/100 Ethernet Switch Installation
Installation
Desktop installation
Place the switch on a large, clean, level surface with a power outlet nearby. Make sure there is enough
clearance around the switch for attaching cables and the power cord, and for air circulation.
Attaching rubber feet.
1. Make sure the mounting surface on the bottom of the switch is free of grease and dust.
2. Remove the adhesive backing from the rubber feet.
3. Apply one rubber foot to each corner on the bottom of the switch to protect the switch from
shocks and vibrations.
Rack-mounted installation
The switch comes with a rack-mount kit and can be mounted in an EIA standard size, 19-inch rack. The
switch can be placed in a wiring closet with other equipment. When installing the switch, take into
consideration the following:
• Install the switch in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma)
specified in “Technical Specifications” on page 7. Switches installed in a closed or multi-unit rack
assembly can experience a greater operating ambient temperature than the ambient room
temperature.
• Install the switch in a way that allows sufficient airflow for safe operation.
• When you install the switch in the rack, be sure that you do not create a hazardous condition due
to uneven mechanical loading. For example, do not use the switch as a shelf.
• When installing the switch, review the switch nameplate to avoid overloading the circuits.
• Be sure the switch is properly grounded by plugging it directly into a wall outlet or by verifying
the ground path if you connect the switch to the power supply through power strips.
To mount the switch in a rack:
Caution: To avoid equipment damage, use only the provided hardware to install the
brackets.
1. Position one bracket to align with the holes on one side of the switch and secure the bracket with
the smaller bracket screws. Attach the remaining bracket to the other side of the switch.
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