Step 1: Preparing The Site; Rackmount Considerations - NETGEAR FS752TP Hardware Installation Manual

Step 1: Preparing the Site

Before you install the switch, ensure the operating environment meets the site requirements
in the following table.
Characteristics Requirements
Mounting • Desktop installations - Provide a flat table or shelf surface.
• Rackmount installations - Use a 19-inch (48.3-centimeter) EIA standard equipment
rack that is grounded and physically secure. The rackmount kit supplied with the switch
is also required.
Access Locate the switch in a position that allows access to the front-panel RJ-45 ports, view the
front-panel LEDs, and access the power connector.
Power source Provide a power connection cord. Power specifications for the switch are shown in
Appendix
accidentally turn off power to the outlet and the switch.
Environmental • Temperature - Install the switch in a dry area, with ambient temperature between 0 and
50ºC (32ºF and 122ºF). Keep the switch away from heat sources such as direct
sunlight, warm air exhausts, hot-air vents, and heaters.
• Operating humidity - The installation location should have a maximum relative
humidity of 90%, non-condensing.
• Ventilation - Do not restrict airflow by covering or obstructing air inlets on the sides of
the switch. Keep at least 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) free on all sides for cooling. Be
sure there is adequate airflow in the room or wiring closet where the switch is installed.
• Operating conditions - Keep the switch at least 6 ft. (1.83 meters) away from nearest
source of electromagnetic noise, such as a photocopy machine.

Rackmount Considerations

If the switch will be rack mounted, be aware of the considerations in the following table.
Characteristics Requirements
Elevated If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of
Operating the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should
Ambient be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum
ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer.
Reduced Air Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required
Flow for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
Mechanical Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not
Loading achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
FS752TP Smart Switch
A. Ensure the AC outlet is not controlled by a wall switch, which can
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