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3 Switch Chassis
The switch is designed to be installed in a standard 19-inch equipment rack.
Before continuing with switch installation, first review the general guidelines and
switch cooling requirements in this chapter.
This chapter includes these sections:
◆ “General Installation Guidelines” on page 19
◆ “How to Install the Switch in a Rack” on page 20
◆ “How to Install the Switch on a Shelf or Desktop.” on page 22
◆ “Switch Cooling Requirements” on page 23
General Installation Guidelines
Be sure to follow the guidelines below when choosing a location.
◆ The installation location should:
◆ be able to maintain its temperature within 0 to 50 °C (32 to 116 °F) and its
humidity within 10% to 90%, non-condensing.
◆ provide adequate space (approximately five centimeters or two inches) on all
sides for proper airflow.
◆ be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the device.
◆ allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible.
◆ Make sure twisted-pair cable is always routed away from power lines,
fluorescent lighting fixtures and other sources of electrical interference, such as
radios and transmitters.
◆ Make sure that the unit is connected to a separate grounded power outlet and
is powered from an independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment, using
a filter or surge suppressor is recommended. Verify that the external AC power
requirements for the switch can be met as listed under “AC Power Supply
Specifications” on page 25.
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