Preparing For Installation; Safety Recommendations; General Safety Recommendations; Electricity Safety - HP FlexFabric 12900 series Installation Manual

Preparing for installation

The HP FlexFabric 12900 Switch Series includes only the HP FlexFabric 12910 Switch AC Chassis model.
Product code
JG619A

Safety recommendations

To avoid possible bodily injury and equipment damage, read Compliance and Safety Manual provided
with the switch and all safety recommendations in this chapter carefully before installation. The
recommendations do not cover every possible hazardous condition.

General safety recommendations

Keep the chassis clean and dust-free.
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Do not place the switch on a moist area, and avoid liquid flowing into the switch.
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Make sure the ground is dry and flat and anti-slip measures are in place.
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• Keep the chassis and installation tools away from walk areas.
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry (for example, necklace) or any other things that could get
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caught in the chassis when you install and maintain the switch.

Electricity safety

• Clear the work area of possible electricity hazards, such as ungrounded power extension cables,
missing safety grounds, and wet floors.
Locate the emergency power-off switch in the room before installation so you can quickly shut power
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off when an electrical accident occurs.
Remove all external cables, including power cords, before moving the chassis.
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• Do not work alone when the switch has power.
Never assume that power has been disconnected from a circuit. Always check.
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Handling safety

CAUTION:
Do not hold the handle of the fan tray or power distribution box, or the air vents of chassis. Any attempt
to move the switch with these parts might cause equipment damage and even bodily injury.
When you move an HP FlexFabric 12900 switch, follow these guidelines:
Remove all external cables, including the power cords, before moving the chassis.
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HP description
HP FlexFabric 12910 Switch AC Chassis
Alias
12910 AC
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RMN
BJNGA-AC0008