Mounting The Cisco Switch - Cisco ESW2 Series Quick Start Manual

Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Cisco ESW2 Series Advanced Switch, a Cisco
network communications device. This device is designed to be
operational right out of the box as a standard bridge. In the default
configuration, it will forward packets between connecting devices after
power up.
Before you begin installing the switch, make sure you have all of the
package contents available, access to the Cisco ESW2 Series Advanced
Switch Administration Guide, and a PC with a web browser for using web-
based system management tools.
Package Contents
• Cisco ESW2 Series Advanced Switch
• Rackmount Kit
• This Quick Start Guide
• Product CD
• Serial Cable
• Rubber Feet
This guide will familiarize you with the layout of the switch and describe
how to deploy the device in your network. For additional information, see
www.cisco.com/smb.

Mounting the Cisco Switch

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There are two ways to physically install the switch:
• Set the switch on a flat surface.
• Mount the switch in a standard rack (1 rack unit high).
Do not deploy the device in a location where any of the following
conditions exist:
High Ambient Temperature—The ambient temperature must not
exceed 104 degrees Fahrenheit (50 degrees Centigrade).
Reduced Air Flow—Front and back vent holes must be unobstructed
to prevent overheating.
Mechanical Overloading—The device should be level, stable, and
secure to prevent it from sliding or shifting out of position.
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