Safety Considerations For Installing Switches; What You Will Need For The Installation - Extreme Networks VSP 4900 Series Hardware Installation Manual

Safety Considerations for Installing Switches

Read the information in this chapter thoroughly before you attempt to install or remove an Extreme
Networks switch.
Ensure that proper ESD (electrostatic discharge) controls are in use before switch maintenance is
performed. This includes but is not limited to wrist straps that are grounded to the switch housing and
earth grounds.
Warning
Connect the chassis ground wire before you connect any DC power cables.
Disconnect the ground wire after you disconnect all DC power cables.
Take care to load the equipment rack so that it is not top-heavy. Start installing equipment at the
bottom of the rack and work up.
Do not cover vents that would restrict airflow.
Note
See Safety and Regulatory Information
See Technical Specifications
compliance certifications.

What You Will Need for the Installation

Ensure that you have followed the guidance in
the appropriate people and tools on hand.
Installing Extreme Networks switches is easiest when there are two people to maneuver the switch and
attach mounting hardware.
Provide enough space in front of and behind the switch so that you can service it easily. Allow a
minimum of 122 cm (48 in) in front of the rack and 76 cm (30 in) behind the rack.
If your switch has internal power supplies, make sure they have the same airflow direction as the fans in
the switch.
Check the Quick Reference Guide for your switch model to see what hardware is provided in the switch
packaging. Most Extreme Networks switches come with the following hardware:
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Two rack mounting brackets (ears) adaptable for either a front-mount or mid-mount installation.
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Two long mounting brackets (rails) or slider kits for mounting in a four-post installation.
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Screws for attaching mounting hardware to the switch housing.
You need the following additional tools and equipment. These are not provided with your switch.
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Rack mounting screws: eight for a four-post installation; four for other installations. The size of the
screws will vary based on the rack system you are using.
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Screwdriver for securing the rack mounting screws.
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#2 Phillips screwdriver to attach bracket screws that are provided with the switch. We recommend
using a magnetic screwdriver.
VSP 4900 Series Switches: Hardware Installation Guide
on page 67 for additional safety information.
on page 60 for additional information regarding regulatory
Preparing to Install
Installing Your Switch
on page 20, and ensure that you have
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