Unpack And Inspect The Switch; Install The Edge Switch On A Desktop - HP StorageWorks Installation Manual

• Support equipment and personnel are available for the installation.
• The required number and type of fiber optic jumper cables are delivered and available.
• Ensure that the cables are the correct length with the required connectors.
• A customer-supplied equipment rack and associated hardware are available (optional).
• Remote workstations or simple network management protocol (SNMP) workstations are
available (optional). Workstations are customer-supplied and connected through a corporate or
dedicated LAN.

Unpack and Inspect the switch

This section provides instructions for unpacking and inspecting the Edge Switch 2/24 prior to
installing it in a desktop or rack-mount configuration.
To unpack and inspect the switch:
CAUTION: IWhen you remove the Edge Switch from the carton, do not rest it on its rear window
while examining it. To do so may break the FRU handles.
1. Inspect the shipping containers for damage caused during transit. If a container is damaged,
ensure that a representative from the freight carrier is present when the container is opened.
2. Unpack the shipping containers and inspect each item for damage. Save all shipping and
packing materials. Ensure that all items on the enclosed shipping list are in each container.
3. If any items are damaged or missing, customers should contact an HP-authorized service
provider or reseller.

Install the Edge Switch on a desktop

To install and configure the Edge Switch on a desktop:
1. Remove the backing from the four adhesive rubber pads and apply the pads to the underside of
the Edge Switch.
2. Ensure that the pads are aligned with the scribed circles at each corner.
3. Position the Edge Switch on a table or desktop as directed by the customer. Ensure that:
• Grounded AC electrical outlets are available.
• Adequate ventilation is present.
• Areas with excessive heat, dust, or moisture are avoided.
• All planning considerations are met. Refer to the HP StorageWorks HA-Fabric Manager
user guide.
4. Verify all field-replaceable units (FRUs), including small form factor pluggable (SFP) optical
transceivers and combined cooling fan and power supply assemblies, are installed as ordered.
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