Installing The Switch; Selecting A Site - Edge-Core ECS3810-26T Installation Manual

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ELECTING A
Switch units can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat
surface. Be sure to follow the guidelines below when choosing a location.
The site should:
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be at the center of all the devices you want to link and near a power
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outlet.
be able to maintain its temperature within 0 to 45 °C (32 to 113 °F)
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and its humidity within 10% to 90%, non-condensing
provide adequate space (approximately two inches) on all sides for
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proper air flow
be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the devices
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allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible
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Make sure twisted-pair cable is always routed away from power lines,
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fluorescent lighting fixtures and other sources of electrical interference,
such as radios and transmitters.
Make sure that the unit is connected to a separate grounded power outlet
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that provides 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, is within 2 m (6.6 feet) of each
device and is powered from an independent circuit breaker. As with any
equipment, using a filter or surge suppressor is recommended.
NSTALLING THE
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S
WITCH
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