Allied Telesis AT-FS7016, Installation Manual

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AT-FS7016 and AT-FS7024 Installation Guide
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Selecting a Site
Be sure to observe the following guidelines when selecting a site for your
switch.
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Select a site that is dust-free and moisture-free.
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Select a site that will allow you to easily access the switch’s power and
data cables.
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The twisted pair port cabling must be kept away from sources of
electrical noise, such as radios, transmitters, power lines, broadband
amplifiers electrical motors, and fluorescent fixtures.
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Make sure the air flow around the switch and through its vents on the
side and back are not restricted.
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Use a dedicated power circuit or power conditioner to supply reliable
power to the switch.
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If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, check to be sure
that the rack is safely secured and that it will not tip over. Devices in
a rack should be installed starting with the heavier devices at the
bottom of the rack.
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If you are installing the switch on a table, be sure that the table is level
and secure.
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The site should provide for easy access to the ports on the front of the
switch. This will make it easy for you to connect and disconnect cables,
as well as view the switch’s LEDs.
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Do not place objects on top of the switch.