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Installing and configuring the Edge Switch 2/2428

• Support equipment and personnel are available for the installation.

• The required number and type of fiber optic jumper cables are delivered and available.

• Ensure that the cables are the correct length with the required connectors.

• A customer-supplied equipment rack and associated hardware are available (optional).

• Remote workstations or simple network management protocol (SNMP) workstations are

available (optional). Workstations are customer-supplied and connected through a corporate or

dedicated LAN.

Unpack and Inspect the switch

This section provides instructions for unpacking and inspecting the Edge Switch 2/24 prior to

installing it in a desktop or rack-mount configuration.

To unpack and inspect the switch:

CAUTION: IWhen you remove the Edge Switch from the carton, do not rest it on its rear window

while examining it. To do so may break the FRU handles.

1. Inspect the shipping containers for damage caused during transit. If a container is damaged,

ensure that a representative from the freight carrier is present when the container is opened.

2. Unpack the shipping containers and inspect each item for damage. Save all shipping and

packing materials. Ensure that all items on the enclosed shipping list are in each container.

3. If any items are damaged or missing, customers should contact an HP-authorized service

provider or reseller.

Install the Edge Switch on a desktop

To install and configure the Edge Switch on a desktop:

1. Remove the backing from the four adhesive rubber pads and apply the pads to the underside of

the Edge Switch.

2. Ensure that the pads are aligned with the scribed circles at each corner.

3. Position the Edge Switch on a table or desktop as directed by the customer. Ensure that:

• Grounded AC electrical outlets are available.

• Adequate ventilation is present.

• Areas with excessive heat, dust, or moisture are avoided.

• All planning considerations are met. Refer to the HP StorageWorks HA-Fabric Manager

user guide.

4. Verify all field-replaceable units (FRUs), including small form factor pluggable (SFP) optical

transceivers and combined cooling fan and power supply assemblies, are installed as ordered.