Site Preparations; Site Selection; Cabinet Placement - Dell Force10 S50N Series Installing Manual

Site Preparations

This chapter describes requirements and procedures to install your system in the following topics:
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Site Selection

• Cabinet Placement on page 13
• Rack Mounting on page 14
• Fans and Airflow on page 14
• Power on page 14
• Storing Components on page 16
• Tools Required on page 16
For detailed switch specifications, refer to
NOTE: Install the switch into a rack or cabinet before installing any optional components.
Site Selection
Make sure that the area where you install your switch meets the following safety requirements:
• Near an adequate power source. Connect the system to the appropriate branch circuit protection as
defined by your local electrical codes. See cautions in
• Environmental temperature between 32° - 122°F (0° - 50°C).
• Relative humidity that does not exceed 85% non-condensing.
• In a dry, clean, well-ventilated and temperature-controlled room, away from heat sources such as hot air
vents or direct sunlight.
• Away from sources of severe electromagnetic noise.
• Positioned in a rack, cabinet, or on a desktop with adequate space in the front, rear, and sides of the unit
for proper ventilation, and access.

Cabinet Placement

The cabinet must meet the following criteria:
• Minimum cabinet size and airflow are according to the EIA standard.
• Minimum of 5 inches (12.7 cm) between the side intake and exhaust vents and the cabinet wall.
Chapter , Switch Specifications, on page
Information Symbols and Warnings on page
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