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Brocade FastIron WS Hardware Installation Guide
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Preparing the installation site
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CAUTION
Ensure that the device does not overload the power circuits, wiring, and over-current protection.
To determine the possibility of overloading the supply circuits, add the ampere (amp) ratings of all
devices installed on the same circuit as the device. Compare this total with the rating limit for the
circuit. The maximum ampere ratings are usually printed on the devices near the input power
connectors.
DANGER
Disconnect the power cord from all power sources to completely remove power from the device.
DANGER
If the installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the device, make
sure you use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the regulations
for power cords in your country. The mark is your assurance that the power cord can be used
safely with the device.
Preparing the installation site
Cabling infrastructure
Ensure that the proper cabling is installed at the site. Refer to
Chapter 5, “Hardware Specifications”
or
www.brocade.com
for a summary of supported cabling types and their specifications.
Installation location
Before installing the device, plan its location and orientation relative to other devices and
equipment. Devices can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat surface. Be
sure to follow the guidelines below when choosing a location.
The site should:
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Maintain temperatures within 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) and humidity levels within 5% to 95%,
non-condensing.
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Allow a minimum of 3in. of space between the sides and the back of the device and walls or
other obstructions for proper air flow.
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Allow at least 3in. of space at the front and back of the device for the twisted-pair, fiber-optic,
and power cabling.
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Be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the devices.
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Allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible.
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Allow for twisted-pair cable to be always routed away from power lines, fluorescent lighting
fixtures and other sources of electrical interference, such as radios and transmitters.
