Chapter 3: Installing The Switch; Selecting A Site; Equipment Checklist; Package Contents - Enterasys Matrix-V V2H124-24FX Hardware Installation Manual

Chapter 3: Installing the Switch

Selecting a Site

Switch units can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat
surface. Be sure to follow the guidelines below when choosing a location.
• The site should:
• be at the center of all the devices you want to link and near a power outlet.
• be able to maintain its temperature within 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F) and its
humidity within 5% to 95%, non-condensing
• provide adequate space (approximately two inches) on all sides for proper air
flow
• be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the devices
• allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible
• Make sure twisted-pair cable is always routed away from power lines, fluorescent
lighting fixtures and other sources of electrical interference, such as radios and
transmitters.
• Make sure that the unit is connected to a separate grounded power outlet that
provides 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, is within 2.44 m (8 feet) of each device and
is powered from an independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment, using a
filter or surge suppressor is recommended.

Equipment Checklist

After unpacking this switch, check the contents to be sure you have received all the
components. Then, before beginning the installation, be sure you have all other
necessary installation equipment.

Package Contents

• Matrix V-Series V2H124-24FX switch
• Matrix V-Series V2H124-24FX Quick Reference Guide
• Four adhesive foot pads
• Bracket Mounting Kit containing two brackets and eight screws for attaching the
brackets to the switch
• Power Cord—either US, Continental Europe or UK
• RS-232 console cable
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