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Table 7 Package Contents
Choosing a Suitable 
Site
The Switch 5500 Family is suited for use in an internal wiring closet, a 
network room, or telecommunications room, where it can be mounted in 
a standard 19-inch equipment rack, or free-standing. 
CAUTION: Ensure that the ventilation holes are not obstructed.
When deciding where to position the Switch, ensure that:
■ Cabling is located away from:
■ sources of electrical noise such as radios, transmitters and 
broadband amplifiers. 
■ power lines and fluorescent lighting fixtures.
■ The Switch is accessible and cables can be connected easily.
Switch 5500-SI 28 and 52 Port
Switch 5500-EI 28 and 52 Port
Switch 5500 PWR 28 and 52 Port
Switch 5500 FX 28 Port
Switch 5500G-EI 24 Port
Switch 5500G-EI 48 Port
Switch 5500G-EI SFP 28 Port
Blanking Plate
✓ ✓ ✓
12A RPS Connector and Backshell
(incl. cable tie and earthing lead)
✓ ✓ ✓
25A RPS Connector and Backshell
(incl. cable tie and earthing lead)
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
2 x Front Securing Brackets
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
2 x Back Securing Brackets
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
4 x Screws
✓ ✓ ✓
6 x Screws
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓