Site Preparation Checklist
The following table lists the site-planning activities that you should perform prior to installing the switch.
Completing each activity helps ensure a successful switch installation.
Table 5: Site Preparation Checklist
DateTimeVerified
By
ActivityTask No.
Space evaluation
• Space and layout
• Floor covering
• Impact and vibration
• Lighting
• Maintenance access
1
Environmental evaluation
• Ambient temperature
• Humidity
• Altitude
• Atmospheric contamination
• Airflow
2
Power evaluation
• Input power type
• Power receptacles (Depends on power supply)
1
• Receptacle proximity to the equipment.
• Dedicated (separate) circuits for redundant power supplies.
• UPS for power failures
2
3
Grounding evaluation
• Circuit breaker size
• CO ground (AC powered systems)
4
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Preparing for Installation
Site Preparation Checklist