- Riverstone Switch Router Getting Started Guide

Riverstone Networks RS 2100 Switch Router Getting Started Guide 3-1
3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION
This chapter provides hardware installation instructions and information on safety considerations, environmental
considerations, and regulatory standards.
3.1 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Read the following safety warnings and product cautions to avoid personal injury or product damage.
3.1.1 Preventing Injury
Observe the following safety warnings to prevent accidental injury when working with the RS 2100 hardware:
• Be careful when lifting the RS 2100 out of the shipping box.
• Never attempt to rack mount the RS 2100 unaided. Ask an assistant to help you with the
RS 2100.
• Before performing any mechanical upgrade or installation procedures, make sure that the
RS 2100 is powered off.
• Never operate the RS 2100 if it becomes wet or the area where it has been installed is wet.
3.1.2 Preventing Equipment Damage
To prevent damage to the RS 2100 components, observe the following warnings.
Warning Always use proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) gear when handling line
cards or other internal parts of the RS 2100.
Warning Make sure you allow at least three inches of room for air flow around the
RS 2100 chassis.