ReachNXT
™
100-8t Quick Start Guide
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Optional AC adapter, if the ReachNXT 100-8t will be powered using AC power
If an SFP module will be used for the uplink connection to the ExtremeXOS switch, you must power
the ReachNXT 100-8t using AC power.
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Kensington lock (not supplied) to secure the ReachNXT 100-8t to its location using its Kensington
lock slot
Installing the ReachNXT 100-8t Hardware
To install the ReachNXT 100-8t port extender:
1
If an SFP module will be used for the connector to the uplinked ExtremeXOS switch, install the SFP
module in the ReachNXT 100-8t (port 9x) according to the instructions supplied with the module.
You must use the AC power adapter to power the ReachNXT 100-8t when using the SFP uplink.
2
Set the ReachNXT 100-8t in its installed location, such as on a table in a conference room.
To use the optional magnet mounting kit to install the ReachNXT 100-8t in a fixed location, follow
the procedure under
“Using the Magnet Mounting Kit”
.
3
To secure the ReachNXT 100-8t in its location using a Kensington lock, follow the instructions
provided with the Kensington lock.
Insert the locking device into the Kensington lock slot on the ReachNXT 100-8t rear panel (
Figure 1
),
then turn it in the locking direction.
Figure 1: Kensington Lock Slot on the ReachNXT 100-8t Rear Panel
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If the ReachNXT 100-8t will be powered using AC power, connect the optional AC adapter to the
power socket on the ReachNXT 100-8t (labeled PWR), and plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet.
Using the Magnet Mounting Kit
The optional magnet mounting kit allows you to mount the ReachNXT 100-8t in a fixed location using
magnets attached to the switch. The magnet mounting kit contains the following items:
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Two magnets
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Two rubber stabilizing pads
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Mounting plate
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Screws and anchors
The magnets are attached to two slots on the bottom of the ReachNXT 100-8t unit (
Figure 1
). At the
other two corners, rubber stabilizing pads prevent the unit from rocking.
Kensington lock slot
RCH_006
