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Selecting a Site and Planning the Installation
Observe the following requirements when choosing a site for the
AT-XS910/8 switch:
If you plan to install the switch on a table, make sure that the table
is level and secured.
If you plan to install the switch on a wall, make sure that the wall is
straight and secured.
If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, make sure
that the rack is safely secured and it will not tip over. Devices in a
rack should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier
devices near the bottom of the rack.
The power outlet for the switch should be located near the unit and
should be easily accessible.
The site should provide for easy access to the ports on the back of
the switch and the LEDs on the front of the switch should be easily
viewed.
To allow proper cooling off the switch, air flow around the unit and
through its vents on the side should not be restricted.
Do not place objects on top of the switch.
Do not expose the switch to moisture or water.
Ensure that the site is a dust-free environment.
Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply
reliable electrical power to the network devices.
Table 4 contains the cabling specifications for the twisted pair
ports.
Table 4. Twisted Pair Cabling and Distances
Speed
100 Mbps
Standard TIA/EIA 568A-compliant
Category 5 or TIA/EIA 568B-compliant
1 Gbps
Enhanced Category 5 (Cat 5e)
unshielded Cabling
2.5 Gbps
5 Gbps
Standard TIA/EIA 568C-compliant
Category 6 unshielded cabling
10 Gbps
Standard TIA/EIA 568C-compliant
Category 6a unshielded cabling
Type of Cable
Chapter 2: Installation
Maximum
Operating
Distance
100 m (328 ft)
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