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IDS-509G Hardware Installation Guide
Preface
Audience
This guide is for the network or computer technician responsible for installing Perle IDS
series switches. Familiarity with the concepts and terminology of Ethernet and local area
networks is required.
Purpose
This document describes the hardware and physical characteristics of the Perle IDS
switch. It covers hardware features as well as installation and operation of the switch. This
document does not cover how to configure your Perle IDS switch. Information to config
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ure your Perle IDS switch can be found in the User’s Guide
Package Contents
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IDS switch with attached DIN rail mounting bracket
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Quick Start Guide
Document Conventions
This document contains the following conventions:
Most text is presented in the typeface used in this paragraph. Other typefaces are used to
help you identify certain types of information. The other typefaces are:
Note:
Means reader take note
: notes contain helpful suggestions.
Caution:
Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might perform an action that
could result in equipment damage or loss of data.
Warning
:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on
any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar
with standard practices for preventing accidents. Only qualified personnel should connect
power to this unit.
