Mounting The Switch; Airflow Considerations - Alcatel OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware User's Manual

Mounting the Switch

Mounting the Switch
Note. If you are relocating the switch, be sure to power it down and remove all network, stacking, and
power cables before moving.

Airflow Considerations

Be sure that your switch is placed in a well-ventilated, static-free environment. Always allow adequate
clearance at the front, rear, and sides of the switch.
The following diagram shows recommended minimum clearances for adequate chassis airflow and access
to components at the rear of the chassis—e.g., backup power supply connectors and power cord(s).
Note. Never obstruct the air vents located at the sides of the chassis. Obstructing these vents can cause
switch failure. Clearance is not required at the top and bottom of the chassis. For detailed chassis airflow
diagrams, refer to "Chassis Airflow" on page
page 2-16
OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components
OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis Top View
2-17.
OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide
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Rear Recommended 5 inches
minimum at rear of chassis for
access to backup power supply
connectors and power cord(s).
Sides 2 inches minimum at left
and right sides for adequate air-
flow. For detailed information on
chassis airflow, refer to
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Front Recommended 6 inches
minimum at front of chassis for
access to LEDs and network
cables.
page 2-17.
July 2005