Installation Procedures; Prepare The Site; Install The Hub - NETGEAR DS108 Installation Manual

Installation Procedures

Prepare the Site

Before you begin installing the hub, prepare the installation site. Make sure the site meets the
operating environment requirements of the equipment.
Characteristic Requirement
Temperature Ambient temperature between 0 and 40 C
(32 and 104 F). No nearby heat sources such as
direct sunlight, warm air exhausts, or heaters.
Humidity 90% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing.
Ventilation Minimum 2 inches (5.08 cm) on all sides for cooling.
Adequate airflow in room or wiring closet.
Operating At least 6 feet (1.83 m) to nearest source of electromagnetic noise (such as
conditions photocopy machine or arc welder).
Service access Minimum 12 inches (19.68 cm) front and back for service access and
maintenance.
Front and back clearance for cables and wiring hardware such as punchdown
blocks.
Power Adequate power source within 6 feet (1.83 m).
Wiring hardware Wiring hardware, such as punchdown blocks or patch panels, complete before
installing the hub.

Install the Hub

Install the Hub on a Flat Surface
If installing the hub on a flat surface such as a tabletop, make sure the bottom of the chassis is
clean and dry.
To install the hub on a flat surface:
1. Set the hub on a table or shelf so that it has at least 2 inches
(5 cm) of space on all sides.
2. Connect the power cord(s) first to the power entry receptacle on the hub rear panel and
then to the wall.
Install the Hub on a Wall
If installing the hub on a wall, make sure you have a Phillips screwdriver.
To install the hub on a wall:
1. Set the mounting screws and anchors (supplied with the wall mount hardware) in the
wall.
2. Using the slots on the bottom of the hub, hang the hub on the wall.
3. Connect the power cord(s) first to the power entry receptacle on the hub rear panel and
then to the wall.
Model DS108 Dual Speed Hub Installation Giude