Planning The Installation - Patton electronics SmartNode 4830 Series Getting Started Manual

SmartNode 4830 Getting Started Guide

Planning the installation

Before you start the actual installation, we strongly recommend that you gather all the information you will
need to install and setup the device. See
to carry out. Completing the pre-installation checks enables you to install and set up your VoIP IAD within an
existing network infrastructure with confidence.
WARNING
Note
Before installing the VoIP IAD 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 32)
• Verify power source reliability (see section
When you finish preparing for your VoIP IAD installation, go to section
to install the device.

Planning the installation

table 3 for an example of what pre-installment checks you might need
Mains Voltage: Do not open the case when the power cord is connected. For
systems without a power switch, line voltages are present within the power
supply when the power cord is connected. The mains outlet that is utilized to
power the SmartNode router shall be within 10 feet (3 meters) of the device,
shall be easily accessible, and protected by a circuit breaker.
When setting up your VoIP IAD you must consider cable-length lim-
itations, and potential electromagnetic interference (EMI) as defined
by the applicable local and international regulations. Ensure that your
site is properly prepared before beginning installation.
"Network information"
"IP related information"
"Power source"
3 • Hardware installation
on page 31)
on page 31 for more information)
on page 32).
"Installing the VoIP IAD"
"Software tools" on
on page 32
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