Installation Procedures; Summary - HP ProCurve 2910al Series Installation And Getting Started Manual

Installing the Switch

Installation Procedures

Figure 2-1. Air flow direction of the 2910al switch
Installation Procedures

Summary

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Prepare the installation site
ment is properly prepared, including having the correct network cabling
ready to connect to the switch and having an appropriate location for the
switch. See page 2-3 for some installation precautions.
Verify the switch passes self test
power source and observe that the LEDs on the switch's front panel
indicate correct switch operation. When self test is complete, unplug the
switch.
(Optional) Install a module
Mount the switch (page
telco rack, in an equipment cabinet, or on a horizontal surface.
(Optional) Install a transceiver
module, you can now install one or two transceivers.
(Optional) Install mini-GBICs and SFPs
four slots for installing mini-GBICs. Depending on where you will mount
the switch, it may be easier to install the mini-GBICs first. Mini-GBICs can
be installed or removed while the switch is powered on.
Connect power to the switch
plug it into the nearby main power source.
(Optional) Connect an external power supply
(page 2-5). Ensure the physical environ-
(page 2-11). Plug the switch into a
(page 2-8).
2-11). The Switch can be mounted in a 19-inch
(page 2-14). If you have installed a
(page
(page 2-18). Once the switch is mounted,
2-16). The switch has
page 2-18