Installation Guide

Do not cover vents that would restrict airflow.
Note
See Safety and Regulatory Information on page 515 for additional safety information.
See Technical Specifications on page 523 for additional information regarding regulatory
compliance certifications.
Pre-installation Requirements
Prepare the site for the installation, and ensure that you have the appropriate people and tools on hand.
Installing most ExtremeSwitching series switches requires two people to maneuver the switch and
attach mounting hardware.
Provide enough space in front of and behind the switch so that you can service it easily. Allow a
minimum of 48 inches (122 cm) in front of the rack and 30 inches (76 cm) behind the rack.
Some ExtremeSwitching switches give you the option of choosing the airflow direction: front-to-back or
back-to-front. If your switch has internal power supplies, make sure they have the same airflow direction
as the fans in the switch.
Other switches support airflow in only one direction. If your switch model supports only front-to-back
airflow and requires the purchase of internal power supplies, make sure that the power supplies are for
front-to-back ventilation airflow.
The following items are provided with ExtremeSwitching switches:
• Screws for attaching mounting brackets to the switch housing.
• Two rack mounting brackets adaptable for either a front-mount or mid-mount installation.
Pre-installation Requirements
Installing Switches
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