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 L2 Managed Switch
3.  Turnover the device and attach the supplied rubber feet to the recessed areas on 
the bottom at each corner of the device.
L2 Managed Switch
TL-SL3428
Feet
Bottom of the 
Device
Notch
Figure 2-1  Desktop Installation
 
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Rack Installation
To install the device in an EIA standard-sized, 19-inch rack, follow the instructions 
described below:
1.  Check the grounding and stability of the rack.
2. Secure the supplied rack-mounting brackets to each side of the device with supplied 
screws, as illustrated in the following figure.
L2 Managed Switch
TL-SL3428
Rack-
mounting 
Bracket
Screw
Figure 2-2  Bracket Installation
3.  After the brackets are attached to the device, use suitable screws (not provided) to 
secure the brackets to the rack, as illustrated in the following figure.
L2 Managed Switch
TL-SL3428
Rack
Figure 2-3  Rack Installation 
Caution:
 
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Please set 5~10cm gaps around the device for air circulation. 
 
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Please avoid any heavy thing placed on the device.
 
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Please mount devices in sequence from the bottom to top of the rack and ensure a 
certain clearance between devices for the purpose of heat dissipation.
Installation