Safety Considerations For Installing Switches; Pre-Installation Requirements - Extreme Networks ExtremeSwitching X435 Series Hardware Installation Manual

Safety Considerations for Installing Switches

4. Install one or two power supplies (for switches that require them) and connect to an electrical
source.
See Installing Internal Power Supplies
5. Connect power to the switch.
See Connecting Power to the Switch
6. For a stacked configuration, connect stacking cables.
See Connecting the Switches to Form the Stack Ring
7. Connect network interface cables.
See Connecting Network Interface Cables
8. Perform initial network connection and configuration.
See Performing Initial Management Tasks
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
See
compliance certifications.

Pre-installation Requirements

Prepare the site for the installation, and ensure that you have the appropriate people and tools on hand.
Installing most ExtremeSwitching series switches requires 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 48 inches (122 cm) in front of the rack and 30 inches (76 cm) behind the rack.
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Note
Be aware of whether you are installing an AC-powered switch or a DC-powered switch.
The installation instructions are different depending upon what type of power is used.
Safety and Regulatory Information
Technical Specifications on page 378 for additional information regarding regulatory
Installing Your Extreme Networks Switch
on page 227.
on page 258.
on page 213.
on page 259.
on page 259.
on page 478 for additional safety information.