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Chapter 2: Overview
3. Installation
3.1 Preparing the Site
Before you install your Industrial Ethernet Extender, be sure your operating environment meets the operating environment
requirements in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1. Site requirements.
Characteristics Requirements
Mounting Desktop installations: Provide a flat table or shelf surface.
DIN-Rail installations: Top hat type 35 mm.
Access Locate the Industrial Ethernet Extender in a position that lets you access the front-panel RJ-45 and
Ethernet Extender port, view the front-panel LEDs, and access the rear-panel power connector.
Power source Provide a power source within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of the installation location. Power specifications
for the Industrial Ethernet Extender are shown in Chapter 1. Be sure that the AC outlet is not con-
trolled by a wall switch, which can accidentally turn off power to the outlet and the Industrial
Ethernet Extender.
Environmental Temperature: Install the Industrial Ethernet Extender in a dry area, with ambient temperature
between -40 to +185° F (-40 to +85° C). Keep the Industrial Ethernet Extender away from heat
sources such as direct sunlight, warm air exhausts, hot-air vents, and heaters.
Operating Humidity: The installation location should have a maximum relative humidity of 95%,
non-condensing.
Ventilation: Do not restrict airflow by covering or obstructing the rear and side panels of the
Industrial Ethernet Extender. Keep at least 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) free on all sides for cooling.
Operating Conditions: Keep the Industrial Ethernet Extender at least 6 ft (1.83 m) away from
nearest source of electromagnetic noise, such as a photocopy machine.
Stacking If you intend to stack two or more Industrial Ethernet Extenders, be sure:
• The mounting surface can safely support the stack.
• There is adequate space around the stack for ventilation and cooling.
3.2 Installing the Industrial Ethernet Extender
You can install your Industrial Ethernet Extender on a desktop, shelf, or DIN-Rail with other equipment.
If installing the Industrial Ethernet Extender on a desktop, shelf, DIN-Rail, or DIN-Rail, allow sufficient ventilation space between
the device and the objects around it.
The LB323A Industrial Ethernet Extender’s dimensions are: 3.94"H x 1.65"W x 3.54"D (10 x 4.2 x 9 cm)
3.3 Connecting to the 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Port
The front panel of the Industrial Ethernet Extender provides one 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 port or terminal block. To prevent ESD
damage, follow normal board and component handling procedures.
To connect devices to the Industrial Ethernet Extender’s 10/100 Mbps port:
1. Insert one end of a Category 5 or better Ethernet cable into a Ethernet port.
2. Insert the other cable end into the Ethernet port of a computer, printer, network storage, or other network device.
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