Planning The Installation - Patton electronics SmartNode 4520 Series User Manual

SmartNode 4520 & 4110 Series User Manual

Planning the installation

Before you start the actual installation, it is strongly recommended that you gather all the information needed
to install and setup the device. See
carry out. Having carried out the pre-installation checks enables you to install and set up your gateway router
into an existing infrastructure with confidence.
CAUTION
Note
When setting up your gateway router consider cable length limitations, and
potential electromagnetic interference (EMI) as defined by the applicable
local and international regulations. Ensure that your site is properly prepared
before beginning installation.
Before installing the gateway router device, the following tasks should be completed:
•
Create a network diagram (see section
•
Gather IP related information (see section
•
Install the hardware and software needed to configure the SmartNode. (See section
page 30)
•
Verify power source reliability (see section
When you finish preparing for gateway router installation, go to section
page 31 to install the device.

Planning the installation

table 4 for an example of what pre-installment checks you might need to
The mains outlet that is utilized to power the equipment must be
within 1 foot (3 meters) of the device and shall be easily accessi-
ble.
"Network information"
"IP related information"
"Power source"
on page 30)
on page 30 for more information)
on page 30).
"Installing the gateway router"
3 • Hardware installation
"Software tools" on
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