Cabinet Considerations; Installing A Stand-Alone Switch; Installing The Switch Into An Eia Cabinet - IBM SAN24B-4 Installation, Service And User Manual

Cabinet considerations

Attention: See "Rack safety" on page xxi for danger and caution notices related
to product installations in racks or cabinets.
For successful installation and operation of the switch in a cabinet, ensure that the
following cabinet requirements are met:
v The cabinet must be a standard EIA cabinet.
v Plan a cabinet space that is 1 rack unit 4.45 cm (1.75 in.) high, 48.3 cm (19 in)
v Ground all equipment in the cabinet through a reliable branch circuit connection
v Ensure that airflow and temperature requirements are met on an ongoing basis,
v Verify that the additional weight of the switch does not exceed the cabinet's
v Secure the cabinet to ensure stability in case of unexpected movement, such as

Installing a stand-alone switch

To install the switch as a stand-alone unit, use the following procedure:
1. Unpack the switch and verify the items listed in "Items included with the
2. Apply the adhesive rubber feet. Applying the rubber feet onto the switch helps
3. Place the switch on a flat, sturdy surface.
4. Provide power to the switch as described in "Powering the switch on and off"
Attention:
correctly set. For instructions on how to set the IP address, see "Configuring the
switch" on page 16.

Installing the switch into an EIA cabinet

Attention: Although the switch has been designed for customer installation and
replacement procedures, you must first ensure that the rack into which the switch
is to be installed is also customer accessible. If it is not, then only trained personnel
can install and service these switches in such a rack.
wide.
and maintain ground at all times. Do not rely on a secondary connection to a
branch circuit, such as a power strip.
particularly if the switch is installed in a closed or multicabinet assembly.
weight limits or unbalance the cabinet in any way.
an earthquake.
switch" on page 7
prevent the switch from sliding off the supporting surface.
a. Clean the indentations at each corner of the bottom of the switch to ensure
that they are free of dust or other debris that might lessen the adhesion of
the feet.
b. With the adhesive side against the chassis, place one rubber foot in each
indentation and press into place.
on page 21.
Do not connect the switch to the network until the IP address is
Attention: Read the "Safety and environmental notices" on page xiv
before attempting any installation or maintenance procedures.
Chapter 2. Installing and configuring the switch
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