Wiring Closet Considerations - Extreme Networks Summit X150 Series Hardware Installation Manual

The organizations listed in
Table 54: Authorities on Electrical Codes
Organization
National Electrical Code (NEC) Classification (USA only)
Recognized authority on safe electrical wiring. Federal,
state, and local governments use NEC standards to
establish their own laws, ordinances, and codes on wiring
specifications. The NEC classification is published by the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
Underwriters' Laboratory (UL) (USA only)
Independent research and testing laboratory. UL evaluates
the performance and capability of electrical wiring and
equipment to determine whether they meet certain safety
standards when properly used. Acceptance is usually
indicated by the words "UL Approved" or "UL Listed."
National Electrical Manufacturing Association (NEMA)
(USA only)
Organization of electrical product manufacturers. Members
develop consensus standards for cables, wiring, and
electrical components.
Electronics Industries Alliance (EIA)
Trade association that develops technical standards,
disseminates marketing data, and maintains contact with
government agencies in matters relating to the electronics
industry.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) (USA only)
Commission that regulates all interstate and foreign
electrical communication systems that originate in the United
States according to the Communications Act of 1934. The
FCC regulates all U.S. telephone and cable systems.

Wiring Closet Considerations

Be aware of the following recommendations for your wiring closet:
Be sure that your system is easily accessible for installation and service. See
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Recommendations" on page 161
Use appropriate AC or DC power, power distribution, and grounding for your specific installation.
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Use a vinyl floor covering in your wiring closet. (Concrete floors accumulate dust, and carpets can
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cause static electricity.)
Prevent unauthorized access to wiring closets by providing door locks. Install the equipment in a
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secured, enclosed, and restricted access location, ensuring that only qualified service personnel have
access to the equipment.
Provide adequate overhead lighting for easy maintenance.
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Be sure that each wiring closet has a suitable ground. All equipment racks and equipment installed
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in the closet should be grounded.
Be sure that all system environmental requirements are met, such as ambient temperature and
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humidity.
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Table 54 are authorities on electrical codes.
for information.
Meeting Site Requirements
Address
NFPA
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts
02169
USA
UL
333 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, Illinois
60062-2096
USA
NEMA
1300 N. 17th Street
Rosslyn, Virginia 22209
USA
EIA
2500 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22201
USA
FCC
445 12th Street S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20554
USA
"Rack Specifications and
Web Site URL
http://www.nfpa.org
http://www.ul.com
http://www.nema.org
http://www.eia.org
http://www.fcc.gov
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