SMC Networks TIGERSWITCH 10/100, Installation Manual

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Selecting a Site
TigerSwitch 10/100 units 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.
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The site should:
• be at the center of all the devices you want to link and near
a power outlet.
• be able to maintain its temperature within 0° to 50° C
(32 to 122 °F) and its humidity within 10% to 90%,
non-condensing
• provide adequate space (approximately two inches) on all
sides for proper air flow
• be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the
devices
• allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible
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Make sure twisted-pair cable is always routed away from power
lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures and other sources of electrical
interference, such as radios, transmitters, etc.
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Make sure that a separate grounded power outlet that provides
100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, is within 2.44 m (8 feet) of each
device and is powered from an independent circuit breaker. As
with any equipment, using a filter or surge suppressor is
recommended.