Rack Mounting The Switch; Guidelines For Rackmount Installation; Area Guidelines For Switch Installation On Flat Surface - Enterasys SecureStack C2 C2G170-24 Hardware Installation Manual

Figure 3-5
1 Approximately 152 cm (5 ft) from power source
2 4.45 cm (1.75 in.) per switch. (Vertical clearance
depends on number of switches stacked.)

Rack Mounting the Switch

To install the switch in a 19‐inch rack, you need:
• Two rackmount brackets and mounting screws (rackmount kit) shipped with the
switch.
• Four user‐supplied screws to attach the switch to a standard 19‐inch rack.

Guidelines for Rackmount Installation

The installation site must be within reach of the network cabling and meet the
requirements listed below:
• Appropriate grounded power receptacles must be located within 152 cm (5 ft) of the
location.
• A temperature of between 5°C (41°F) and 40°C (104°F) must be maintained at the
installation site with fluctuations of less than 10°C (18°F) per hour.

Area Guidelines for Switch Installation on Flat Surface

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Note: To ensure proper ventilation and prevent overheating, leave a minimum clearance
space of 5.1 cm (2.0 in.) at the left, right, and rear of the switch.
Rack Mounting the Switch
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3 44.5 cm (19.4 in.) for proper ventilation
4 419.0 cm (16.5 in.) for proper ventilation
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