Step 3 - Plugging In The Ac Power Cord; Power Failure; Grounding The Switch - D-Link DGS-1100-16/ME Reference Manual

Step 3 – Plugging in the AC Power Cord
Users may now connect the AC power cord into the rear of the switch and to an electrical outlet (preferably one
that is grounded and surge protected).

Power Failure

As a precaution, the switch should be unplugged in case of power failure. When power is resumed, plug the
switch back in.

Grounding the Switch

This section describes how to connect the DGS-1100/ME Series Switch to ground. You must complete this
procedure before powering your switch.
Required Tools and Equipment
• Ground screws (included in the accessory kit): One M4 x 6 mm (metric) pan-head screw
• Ground cable (not included in the accessory kit): The grounding cable should be sized according to local and
national installation requirements. Depending on the power supply and system, a 12 to 6 AWG copper conductor
is required for U.S installation. Commercially available 6 AWG wire is recommended. The length of the cable
depends on the proximity of the switch to proper grounding facilities.
• A screwdriver (not included in the accessory kit)
The following steps let you connect the switch to a protective ground:
Step 1: Verify if the system power is off.
Step 2: Use the ground cable to place the #8 terminal lug ring on top of the ground-screw opening, as seen in
the figure below.
Step 3: Insert the ground screw into the ground-screw opening.
Step 4: Using a screwdriver, tighten the ground screw to secure the ground cable to the switch.
Step 5: Attach the terminal lug ring at the other end of the grounding cable to an appropriate grounding stud or
bolt on rack where the switch is installed.
Step 6: Verify if the connections at the ground connector on the switch and the rack are securely attached.
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Figure 3-4 – Plugging the switch into an outlet
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