Extreme Networks BlackDiamond 10808 Installation Manual page 16

To install your equipment successfully, you should plan your site carefully. The site planning process
has three major steps:
Step 1: Meeting Site Requirements
Step 2: Evaluating and Meeting Cable Requirements
Step 3: Meeting Power Requirements
Your physical installation site must meet the following requirements for a safe and successful
installation:
Building and electrical code requirements
Environmental, safety, and thermal requirements for the equipment you plan to install
Distribution rack requirements
After examining your physical site and ensuring all environment requirements are met, evaluate and
compare your existing cable plant with the requirements of the Extreme Networks equipment to
determine if you need to install new cables (or cabling).
To run your equipment safely, you must meet the specific power requirements for each power supply
unit installed within the system.
This section addresses the various requirements to consider when preparing your installation site,
including:
Operating Environment Requirements
Rack Specifications and Recommendations
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