User's Manual

Stand-alone Switch Installation Guide for 8100L and 8100S Series Switches
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Choosing a Site for the Switch
Observe these requirements when planning the installation of the switch.
 If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, the rack
should be safely secured so that it will not tip over. Devices in a
rack should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier
devices near the bottom of the rack.
 If you plan to install the switch on a table, the table should be level
and stable.
 The power outlet should be located near the switch and be easily
accessible.
 The site should allow for easy access to the ports on the front of
the switch, so that you can easily connect and disconnect cables,
and view the port LEDs.
 The site should allow for adequate air flow around the unit and
through the cooling vents on the front and rear panels. (The
ventilation direction in units that have a cooling fan is from front to
back, with the fan on the back panel drawing the air out of the unit.)
 The site should not expose the switch to moisture or water.
 The site should be a dust-free environment.
 The site should include dedicated power circuits or power
conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the network
devices.
 The site should not be a wiring or utility box because the switch will
overheat and fail from inadequate airflow.
Warning
Stand-alone switches should not be stacked on top of one another
on a table or desktop because that could present a personal safety
hazard if you need to move or replace switches.