Chapter 4: Site Preparation; Requirements For The Operating Environment - Extreme Networks BlackDiamond 8800 Hardware Install Manual

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Site Preparation

Requirements for the Operating Environment

Rack Specifications and Recommendations
Cable Requirements
Power Requirements
Applicable Industry Standards
The information in this chapter is intended for the system administrator, network equipment technician,
network manager, or facilities manager responsible for installing and managing the network hardware.
This chapter assumes a working knowledge of local area network (LAN) operations, familiarity with
communications protocols that are used on interconnected LANs, and familiarity with basic installation
procedures for networking equipment.
Note
Before installing or removing any components of the system, or before carrying out any
maintenance procedures, read the safety information in
this guide.
By carefully planning your site, you can maximize the performance of your existing network and ensure
that it is ready to migrate to future networking technologies. The site planning process has three major
parts:
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Meeting site requirements
The physical installation site must meet the following requirements for a safe and successful
installation:
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Building and electrical code requirements
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Environmental, safety, and thermal requirements for the equipment you plan to install
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Equipment rack requirements
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Evaluating and meeting cable requirements
After examining your physical site and verifying that all environment requirements are met, evaluate
and compare your existing cable plant with the requirements of the Extreme Networks equipment to
determine if you need to install new cables.
•
Meeting power requirements
To run your equipment safely, you must meet the specific power requirements for each power
supply unit installed in the system. For power supply specifications, see
BlackDiamond 8800 Series Switches
Requirements for the Operating Environment
Verify that your site meets all environmental and safety requirements.
BlackDiamond 8800 Hardware Install Guide
Safety Information
on page 158.
on page 141 of
Power Supplies for
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