Install Guide

Site preparations

The Edge 3000 Series platform is suitable for installation as part of a service provider edge or enterprise branch.

NOTE: Install the platform into a rack or cabinet before installing the components.

Topics:

• Site selection

• Cabinet placement

• Rack mounting

• Platform ground

• Fans and airflow

• Power

• Storing components

Site selection

Install the platform equipment in restricted access areas.

A restricted access area is one in which service personnel can only gain access using a special tool, lock, key or other means of security.

The authority responsible for the location controls access to the restricted area.

Ensure that the area where you install your platform meets the following safety requirements:

• Near an adequate power source. Connect the platform to the appropriate branch circuit protection according to your local electrical

codes.

• Platform environmental temperature range is from 0° to 45°C (32° to 113°F).

• Relative humidity is from 5 to 90 percent noncondensing.

• In a dry, clean, well-ventilated, and temperature-controlled room, away from heat sources such as hot air vents or direct sunlight

• Away from sources of severe electromagnetic noise

• Inside the restricted access area that is positioned in a rack or cabinet, or on a desktop with adequate space in the front, back, and

sides for proper ventilation and access

• Install the platform in Information Technology Rooms in accordance with Article 645 of the National Electrical Code and NFPA 75.

For more information about platform storage and environmental temperatures, see Specifications.

Cabinet placement

Install the Edge 3000 Series only in indoor cabinets that are designed for use in a controlled environment.

Do not install the platform in outside cabinets. For cabinet placement requirements, see Site selection.

The cabinet must meet minimum size requirements. Airflow must be in accordance with the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) standard.

Ensure that there is a minimum of 5 inches (12.7 cm) between the intake and exhaust vents and the cabinet wall.

Rack mounting

When you prepare your equipment rack, ensure that the rack is grounded.

Ground the equipment rack to the same ground point the power service in your area uses. The ground path must be permanent.

Platform ground

Dell EMC recommends you ground your platform.

Connect the grounding cables as described in Edge 3000 Series installation.

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