Hardware Installation
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ProSafe™ 24-Port Managed Switch JGSM7224
Selecting a Location
The switch can be mounted in a standard 19-inch (48.26-centimeter) rack, wall mounted, or
left freestanding (placed on a tabletop). The site where you install the switch can greatly
affect its performance. Before installing the switch or switches, make sure that the chosen
installation location meets the following site requirements.
Table 1. Site Requirements for Switch Location
Requirements
Mounting
•
Desktop Installations
. Provide a flat table or shelf surface.
•
Rack-mount Installations
. Use a 19-inch (48.3-centimeter) EIA standard
equipment rack that is grounded and physically secure, and the rack-mounting kit
supplied with your switch.
Access
Put the switch in a position that lets you access the front panel RJ-45 ports, view the
front panel LEDs, and access the rear panel power connector.
Power source
Provide a power source within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of the installation location. Power
specifications for the switch are shown in
Appendix
A
.” Be sure that the AC outlet is
not controlled by a wall switch, which can accidentally turn off power to the outlet and
the switch.
Environment
Install the switch in a site free from strong electromagnetic field generators (such as
motors), vibration, dust, and direct exposure to sunlight.
Temperature
The ambient switch operating temperature range is 0º to 55ºC (32º and 131ºF). Keep
the switch away from heat sources such as direct sunlight, warm-air exhausts, hot-air
vents, and heaters.
Operating humidity
Install the switch in a dry area with a maximum relative humidity of 90%,
noncondensing.
Ventilation
Do not restrict airflow by covering or obstructing air inlets on the sides of the switch.
Keep at least 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) free on all sides for cooling. Be sure that
there is adequate airflow in the room or wiring closet where you will install the switch.
Cabling
Route the cable to avoid sources of electrical noise such as radio transmitters,
broadcast amplifiers, power lines, and fluorescent lighting fixtures.
Installing the Switch
You can install the switch on a flat surface or in a standard 19-inch rack.
Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface
The switch ships with four self-adhesive rubber footpads. Stick one rubber footpad on each of
the four concave spaces on the bottom of the switch. The rubber footpads cushion the switch
against shock and vibrations.
