Reviewing Site Requirements - Allied Telesis AT-IE300-12GP Installation Manual

Reviewing Site Requirements

Please observe the following requirements and guidelines when choosing
a site for the switch:
You can install the switch on a concrete wall, wooden wall, or DIN
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35x7.5mm rail.
You should not install the switch on a wall that has metal studs.
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Metal studs may not be strong enough to safely support the device.
You should not install the switch only on sheetrock or similar
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material. Sheetrock is not strong enough to safely support the
device.
The DC power source should be located near the device and be
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easily accessible.
The site should allow for easy access to the ports on the front of
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the device, so that you can easily connect and disconnect cables,
and view the port LEDs.
The site should allow for adequate air flow around and through the
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cooling fins on the sides of the switch.
The site should not expose the device to moisture or water.
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The site should be a dust-free environment.
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The site should include dedicated power circuits or power
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conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the network
devices.
If you are installing the device in a wiring or utility box, verify that
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the enclosure has adequate airflow so that unit does not overheat.
Do not place objects on top of the switch.
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The twisted pair cabling should not be exposed to sources of
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electrical noise, such as radio transmitters, broadband amplifiers,
power lines, electric motors, and fluorescent lights.
The site should allow for the following minimum open spaces
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around the switch:
– Four inches under the switch.
– Eight inches above the switch.
– Four inches in front of the switch.
– One inch on the left and right sides of the switch.
Before installing the DC power supply, be sure to review the
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manufacturer's installation guide for rules and restrictions on site
requirements, and to follow all guidelines and safety warnings.
When installing the switch in an indoor or outdoor metal enclosure,
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be sure to review the manufacturer's installation guide for rules and
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