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Site Preparation
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Discharge the RJ45 Ethernet cable before plugging it into a port on the switch.
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Use plenum-rated cable when it is necessary for safety and fire rating requirements.
Consult your local building codes to determine when it is appropriate to use
plenum-rated cable, or refer to IEC standard 850.
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Keep all ports and connectors free of dust.
Figure 19: Properly Installed and Bundled Cable
1 = Ensure adequate slack and bend radius
Handle Fiber Optic Cable
Fiber optic cable must be handled carefully during installation.
Every cable has a minimum bend radius, and fibers will be damaged if the cables are
bent too sharply. It is also important not to stretch the cable during installation. Ensure
Caution
Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable can build up electrostatic charges when
being pulled into a new installation. Before connecting any category 5 UTP
cable to the switch, discharge ESD from the cable by plugging the RJ45
connector into a LAN static discharge device or use an equivalent method.
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