Who Should Use This Guide ............................................................................................................................xv
How to Use This Guide .....................................................................................................................................xv
Related Documents ......................................................................................................................................... xvi
Typographical Conventions ............................................................................................................................ xvii
Getting Help ................................................................................................................................................... xviii
SSA-T8028-0652 ............................................................................................................................................ 1-1
SSA-G8018-0652 ........................................................................................................................................... 1-2
AC Power Supplies ......................................................................................................................................... 1-2
Fans ................................................................................................................................................................ 1-2
Micro-USB Port ............................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Management ................................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Virtual Switch Bonding .................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Chapter 2: Installation
Required Tools ............................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Installation Site Requirements ........................................................................................................................ 2-2
Unpacking the SSA Switch ............................................................................................................................. 2-2
Mounting the SSA Switch ............................................................................................................................... 2-2
Removing the Fan Module ................................................................................................................. 2-5
Reversing the Fan Unit....................................................................................................................... 2-5
Reinstall the Fan Module.................................................................................................................... 2-6
Rack Mount Ear Positioning ..................................................................................................................... 2-6
Flat Surface Installation .......................................................................................................................... 2-11
Unpacking the Power Supplies ..................................................................................................................... 2-11
Installing the Power Supplies ....................................................................................................................... 2-12
Powering Up the SSA Switch ....................................................................................................................... 2-13
Connecting to the Network ........................................................................................................................... 2-14
Preparation ....................................................................................................................................... 2-16
What Is Needed ..................................................................................................................................... 2-17
Connecting to a PC or Laptop ................................................................................................................ 2-18
Completing the Installation ........................................................................................................................... 2-20
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