What You Will Need For The Installation; Attach The Switch To A Rack Or Cabinet - Extreme Networks Extreme 7520 Series Hardware Installation Manual

Install the Switch
Ensure that proper ESD (electrostatic discharge) controls are in use before switch
maintenance is performed. This includes but is not limited to wrist straps that are
grounded to the switch housing and earth grounds.
Warning
Connect the chassis ground wire before you connect any DC power cables.
Disconnect the ground wire after you disconnect all DC power cables.
Take care to load the equipment rack so that it is not top-heavy. Start installing
equipment at the bottom of the rack and work up.
Do not cover vents that would restrict airflow.
Note
See
See
regulatory compliance certifications.

What You Will Need for the Installation

Ensure that you have followed the guidance in
that you have the appropriate people and tools on hand.
Installing Extreme Networks switches is easiest when there are two people to
maneuver the switch and attach mounting hardware.
Provide enough space in front of and behind the switch so that you can service it easily.
Ensure that a minimum of 122 cm (48 in) in front of the rack and 76 cm (30 in) behind
the rack.
If your switch has internal power supplies, make sure they have the same airflow
direction as the fans in the switch.
Check the
provided in the switch packaging. MicroVSP switches do not come with rack-mounting
brackets or screws.
You need the following additional tools and equipment. These are not provided with
your switch:
•
Screwdriver for securing the rack mounting screws.
•
#2 Phillips magnetic screwdriver to attach bracket screws that are provided with the
switch.
•
ESD-preventive wrist strap for installing optional ports at the back of the switch.

Attach the Switch to a Rack or Cabinet

The 7520 Series switch can be attached to a standard 19-inch equipment rack, in either
of the following ways:
•
Four-post rack, using the mounting kit provided.
Safety Information on page 102 for additional safety information.
Regulatory Information
Quick Reference Guide for your switch model to see what hardware is
What You Will Need for the Installation
on page 108 for additional information regarding
Site Preparation
Extreme 7520 Hardware Installation Guide
on page 37, and ensure
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