Enclosure Requirements - Allied Telesis GS970EMX/10 Installation Manual

Enclosure
Observe these guidelines if you are installing the switch in an enclosure:
Requirements
 Verify that the enclosure has adequate airflow so that unit does not
overheat.
 Select an enclosure that is large enough for the switch and all other
included equipment.

The enclosure size must be determined by considering multiple
factors, including the outside ambient temperature, total heat
generated by the installed equipment, sealed or unsealed
enclosure type, enclosure material, paint color, mounting method
(wall, pole, ground, etc.), and sun load. The smaller enclosure size
you choose, the higher the risk of overheating the product faces.
Note
If the product overheats in an enclosure that was built without taking
into account these factors, the warranty of the product might be
voided. Consult Allied Telesis when assistance is needed.
 The enclosure's BTU/hour rating must be higher than the total
BTU/hour values of equipment installed in the enclosure, over the
expected operating temperature range. For the operating
temperature ratings, refer to Table 17 on page 69.
 Be sure to review the enclosure's installation guide for rules and
restrictions on site requirements, and to follow all guidelines and
safety warnings.
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