Chapter 3: Installation
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3. INSTALLATION
Before installing the equipment, it is necessary to take the following precautions:
1.)
If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack assembly, the
steady-state long-term environmental temperature around the equipment must
be less than or equal to 60
0
C.
2.)
If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack assembly, adequate
airflow must be maintained for proper and safe operation.
3.)
If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack system, placement
of the equipment must not overload or load unevenly the rack system.
4.)
If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack assembly, verify the
equipment’s power requirements to prevent overloading of the building/s
electrical circuits.
5.)
If the equipment is mounted in an enclosed or multiple rack assembly verify that
the equipment has a reliable and uncompromised earthing path
.
This section describes installation of the LBH08x/LBH18x Switches, as well as
connection of the various Ethernet media types.
3.1 Locating
LBH08x/LBH18x Series Switches
For vertical panel mounting and wall mounting, see Section 3.1.2
For vertical DIN-Rail mounting, see Section 3.2
For DC power input data, see Appendix B.
The rugged metal case of the LBH08x/LBH18x will normally protect it from
accidental damage in a lab or workplace setting. Maintain an open view of the front
to visually monitor the status LEDs. Keep an open area around the unit so that
cooling can occur from convection while the unit is in operation. The switch has no
fans, so it is silent when in operation. Internal electronics use the case as a heat
sink, so the unit may normally be quite warm to the touch.
3.1.1
Table Top or Shelf Mounting
The LBH08x/LBH18x Industrial switch can be easily mounted on a table-top
or any suitable horizontal surface, and has four rubber feet to provide stability without
scratching finished surfaces.
3.1.2
Mounting Dimensions with metal brackets
Each LBH08x/LBH18x switch is supplied with metal mounting brackets and
screws to mount the unit securely on a panel or wall. It is recommended to mount the
switch vertically in the mounting position shown below, for proper cooling and long-life
reliability. It is also advisable to mount the unit with space for air movement around
the top and the sides, typically a minimum of 1 inch.
