Chapter
2
Preparation
Site Selection
Read the safety instructions in your Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information booklet before
you
begin.
The following criteria should be considered when selecting a site to install the appliance:
• Before you begin, review the safety instructions located at
https://www.arista.com/support/product-documentation
.
• Begin installing the rails in the allotted space that is closest to the bottom of the rack enclosure.
• Other Requirements: Select a site where liquids or objects cannot fall onto the equipment and foreign
objects
are not drawn into the ventilation holes. Verify these guidelines are met:
• Clearance areas to the front and rear panels allow for unrestricted cabling.
• All front and rear panel indicators can be easily read.
• Power cords can reach from the power outlet to the connector on the rear panel.
Note: All power connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.
Note: This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas.
Receiving and Inspecting the Equipment
Upon receiving the appliance, inspect the shipping boxes and record any external damage. Retain packing
materials if you suspect that part of the shipment is damaged; the carrier may need to inspect them.
If the boxes were not damaged in transit, unpack them carefully. Ensure that you do not discard any
accessories
that may be packaged in the same box as the main unit.
Inspect the packing list and confirm that you received all listed items. Compare the packing list with your
purchase
order.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions
Observe these guidelines to avoid ESD damage when installing or servicing the appliance.
• Assemble or disassemble equipment only in a static-free work area.
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