Meeting Site Requirements - Extreme Networks Summit X150 Series Hardware Installation Manual

To run your equipment safely, you must meet the specific power requirements for each switch and
external power supply unit installed in the system. For power specifications of the switches, see the
specific switch listings in
supplies, see Summit External Power

Meeting Site Requirements

Operating Environment Requirements
Verify that your site meets all environmental and safety requirements.
Virtually all areas of the United States are regulated by building codes and standards. During the early
planning stages of installing or modifying your network, it is important that you develop a thorough
understanding of the regulations that pertain to your location and industry.
Building and Electrical Codes
Building and electrical codes vary depending on your location. Comply with all code specifications
when planning your site and installing cable. This section lists resources for obtaining additional
information.
For information about major building codes, consult the following organization:
International Code Council (ICC), 5203 Leesburg Pike; Falls Church, Virginia 22041 USA.
www.iccsafe.org
www.sbcci.org
The organizations listed in the following table are authorities on electrical codes.
Table 80: Authorities on Electrical Codes
Organization
National Electrical Code (NEC) Classification (USA only)
Recognized authority on safe electrical wiring. Federal, state,
and local governments use NEC standards to establish their
own laws, ordinances, and codes on wiring specifications. The
NEC classification is published by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA).
Underwriters' Laboratory (UL) (USA only)
Independent research and testing laboratory. UL evaluates the
performance and capability of electrical wiring and equipment
to determine whether they meet certain safety standards
when properly used. Acceptance is usually indicated by the
words "UL Approved" or "UL Listed."
National Electrical Manufacturing Association (NEMA)
(USAonly)
Organization of electrical product manufacturers. Members
develop consensus standards for cables, wiring, and electrical
components.
Summit Family Hardware Installation Guide
Technical Specifications. For power specifications of the external power
Supplies.
Address Web Site URL
NFPA www.nfpa.org
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts
02169
USA
UL www.ul.com
333 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, Illinois
60062-2096
USA
NEMA www.nema.org
1300 N. 17th Street
Rosslyn, Virginia 22209
USA
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