Prepare The Installation Site; Verify The Switch Passes Self Test - HP ProCurve 2610 Installation And Getting Started Manual

Installing the Switch
Installation Procedures

1. Prepare the Installation Site

Cabling Infrastructure - Ensure the cabling infrastructure meets the
necessary network specifications. See the following table for cable types and
lengths, and see appendix B,
information:
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2. Verify the Switch Passes Self Test

Before mounting the switch in its network location, you should first verify it
is working properly by plugging it into a power source and verifying it passes
its self test.
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Figure 2-1. Connecting the power cord
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Installation Location - Before installing the switch, plan its location and
orientation relative to other devices and equipment:
• In the front of the switch, leave at least 7.6 cm (3 inches) of space for
the twisted-pair and fiber-optic cabling.
• In the back of the switch, leave at least 3.8 cm (1 1/2 inches) of space
for the power cord.
• On the sides of the switch, leave at least 7.6 cm (3 inches) for cooling.
Connect the power cord supplied with the switch to the power connector
on the back of the switch, and then into a properly grounded electrical
outlet.
"Cabling and Technology Information" for more
Connect power cord to
the power connector