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Preparing the Site
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Humidity Requirements
High humidity can cause moisture to seep into the switch. Moisture can cause corrosion of internal components
and degradation of properties such as electrical resistance, thermal conductivity, physical strength, and size.
The switch is rated to operate at 8 to 80 percent relative humidity, with a humidity gradation of 10 percent
per hour.
The switch can withstand from 5 to 90 percent relative humidity. Buildings in which the climate is controlled
by air-conditioning in the warmer months and by heat during the colder months usually maintain an acceptable
level of humidity for the switch equipment. However, if the switch is located in an unusually humid location,
you should use a dehumidifier to maintain the humidity within an acceptable range.
Altitude Requirements
If you operate a switch at a high altitude (low pressure), the efficiency of forced and convection cooling is
reduced and can result in electrical problems that are related to arcing and corona effects. This condition can
also cause sealed components with internal pressure, such as electrolytic capacitors, to fail or to perform at a
reduced efficiency. This switch is rated to operate at altitudes from –500 to 13,123 feet (–152 to 4,000 meters).
You can store the switch at altitudes of –1,000 to 30,000 feet (–305 to 9,144 meters).
OL-30452-01.
Humidity Requirements, on page 7
Altitude Requirements, on page 7
Dust and Particulate Requirements, on page 8
Minimizing Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference, on page 8
Shock and Vibration Requirements, on page 9
Grounding Requirements, on page 9
Planning for Power Requirements, on page 9
Rack and Cabinet Requirements, on page 12
Clearance Requirements, on page 14
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