Installation Guide

After examining your physical site and verifying that all environment requirements are met, evaluate
and compare your existing cable plant with the requirements of the Extreme Networks equipment to
determine if you need to install new cables.
3. Meeting power requirements.
To run your equipment safely, you must meet the specific power requirements for each switch and
external power supply unit installed in the system.
For power specifications of the switches, see the specific switch listings in Technical Specifications
on page 523.
For power specifications of the external power supplies, see Summit External Power Supplies
Technical Specifications on page 647.
Operating Environment Requirements
Verify that your site meets all environmental and safety requirements.
Virtually all areas of the United States are regulated by building codes and standards. During the early
planning stages of installing or modifying your network, it is important that you develop a thorough
understanding of the regulations that pertain to your location and industry.
Meeting Building and Electrical Codes
Building and electrical codes vary depending on your location. Comply with all code specifications
when planning your site and installing cable. This section lists resources for obtaining additional
information.
For information about major building codes, consult the following organization:
International Code Council (ICC)
5203 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22041 USA
www.iccsafe.org
Site Preparation
Operating Environment Requirements
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