Overview; Selecting A Site - NEC EXPRESS5800/120Lf User Manual

Overview

This chapter describes how to select a site, unpack the system, assemble the
rack-mount system unit into a cabinet, make cable connections, and power on
the tower-based or rack-mount system units. Information on front and rear panel
features, switches and LEDs are also included in this chapter.

Selecting a Site

The system operates reliably in a typical office environment.
Choose a site that is:
Near grounded, three-pronged power outlets.
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Note
NEMA 5-15R outlets for 100-120 VAC or NEMA 6-15R
outlets for 200-240 VAC. For other international sites, this
means three-pronged power outlets applicable for the
electrical code of the region.
Be sure the power service connection is through a properly
grounded outlet.
When two power supplies are installed in the system the
power plug from each of the power supplies must be
plugged into the same common ground power outlets.
Clean, dust-free, and well ventilated. Front and rear ventilating openings
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kept free of obstructions. Away from sources of heat, vibration or
physical shock.
Isolated from strong electromagnetic fields and electrical noise produced
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by electrical devices (such as air conditioners, large fans, large electric
motors, radio and TV transmitters, and high-frequency security devices)
Spacious enough to provide at least ten inches (25 centimeters) in front of
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the system, five inches (13 centimeters) behind the system and three
inches (eight centimeters) on each side of the system for proper cooling,
airflow, and cable clearance.
Easily accessible for system maintenance and installation of system
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upgrades.
2-2 Setting Up the System
: For the United States and Canada, this means a
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WARNING
! CAUTION