
Table 33: Parts Required for Connecting an EX Series Switch to Earth Ground
(Continued)
Switch
Earthing
Terminal
Location
Grounding
Cable
Requirements
Grounding Lug
Specifications
Screws and
Washers
Additional
Information
EX9251
Rear panel of
the chassis
12 AWG
(2.5 mm²),
minimum 90° C
wire, or one
that complies
with the local
code—
not provided
Panduit
LCD10-10A-L or
equivalent—
not provided
Two 10-32
screws—
provided
See
Cable and Lug
Specifications for
EX9200 Switches
EX9253
Right side of
the chassis
14-10 AWG
(2-5.3 mm²),
minimum 90° C
wire, or one
that complies
with the local
code—
not provided
Panduit
LCD10-14B-L or
equivalent—
provided
Two M5 Pan
Head screws—
provided
Tools required for connecting an EX Series switch to earth ground:
• An electrostatic discharge grounding strap (provided)
• A Phillips (+) number 2 screwdriver to tighten the screws.
An AC–powered EX Series switch gains additional grounding when you plug the power supply in the
switch into a grounded AC power outlet by using an AC power cord appropriate for your geographical
location.
Special Instructions to Follow Before Connecting Earth Ground to an EX Series Switch
lists the special instructions that you might need to follow before connecting
earth ground to a switch.
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