Site Planning; General Precautions; Site Selection Guidelines - Cisco Catalyst 9800-80 Installation Manual

Site Planning

Warning
Statement 1047—Overheating Prevention
To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended
ambient temperature of:
104° F (40° C)
Warning Statement 1029—Blank Faceplates and Cover Panels
Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to hazardous voltages
and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might disrupt other
equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate the system unless all
cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place
Site Planning
This section contains site-planning information, and will help you plan for the installation of the controller.

General Precautions

Observe the following general precautions when using and working with the controller:
• Keep your system components away from radiators and heat sources and do not block cooling vents.
• Do not spill food or liquids on your system components and never operate the product in a wet
• Do not push any objects into the openings of your system components. Doing so can cause fire or electric
• Position system cables and power supply cable carefully. Route system cables and power supply cable
• Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site
• If you turn off your system, wait at least 30 seconds before turning it on again to avoid system component

Site Selection Guidelines

The Cisco Catalyst 9800-80 Wireless Controller requires specific environmental operating conditions.
Temperature, humidity, altitude, and vibration can affect the performance and reliability of the controller.
The following sections provide specific information to help you plan for a proper operating environment.
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environment.
shock by shorting out interior components.
and plug such that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. Be sure that nothing else rests on your
system component cables or power cable.
modifications. Always follow your local and national wiring rules.
damage.
Preparing Your Site for Installation