Site preparations
The Edge 600 Series platform connects the service provider edge or small-to-medium branch locations to the cloud, to host virtual
network functions.
Use the platform on a desktop or optionally install the platform in a wall or rack.
NOTE:
If you optionally install the platform into a rack or cabinet, install the platform first, and then install any
additional components such as cables or optics.
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Site selection
Ensure that the area where you install your platform meets the following safety requirements:
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Near an adequate power source
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Connected to a properly grounded power outlet
WARNING:
Earth the Edge 600 Series. Connect the Edge 600 Series to an outlet that is a properly wired, earth-ground
socket outlet.
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Environmental—platform location—continuous temperature range is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
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Operating humidity:
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5% to 85% (RH), noncondensing continuously
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5% to 90% (RH), noncondensing Short term (< 1% of operational hour per year)
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In a dry, clean, well-ventilated, and temperature-controlled room, away from heat sources such as hot air vents or direct sunlight
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Away from sources of severe electromagnetic noise
For more information about platform storage and environment temperatures, see
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Platform mounting
The Edge 600 Series supports the following mounting options:
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Desktop placement using rubber pads
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Wall-mounting
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Rack-mounting using the optional rackmount tray
Rack and platform ground
Ensure that you install in the platform in a grounded rack. Ground the rack to the same ground point the power service in your area uses.
The ground path must be permanent.
Dell EMC recommends you ground your platform. Connect the grounding cables as described in
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NOTE:
For a DC-powered platform, the only way to safely ground your platform is to attach a dedicated ground wire.
The ground lug kit ships in a plastic bag placed with the other accessories inside the shipping box. The ground lug
bracket screws ship attached to the platform. Before you install the DC platform in the dual-tray, attach the ground lug
and bracket to the platform using the included screws and then attach the DC ground wire to the ground lug.
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