Model
NV-FLX-024
Quick Install Guide
2
Space Requirements
1.
Select a standard 19" equipment rack or, for a standalone installation, a flat, stable surface capable of
supporting the size and weight of the FLEX24, its installable components and cabling.
2.
Ensure that you have enough rack space for all equipment. Shelves and rear supporting brackets are not
mandatory.
Location Requirements
Power -
The FLEX24 switch must be placed within 6 feet of an available power source. Do not use
an extension cord to connect the equipment to a power outlet.
Ventilation -
To ensure proper ventilation of the FLEX24, leave at least 2 inches of unobstructed
space on all sides of the unit. If the fans are blocked, the unit could overheat.
Downlink –
The adapters should be installed a minimum of 6 feet away from the FLEX24 switch.
Installation procedures will be trouble
‐
free if you ensure that the following items are available
before you begin:
•
The FLEX24 switch, all cables and accessories you received in the FLEX package.
•
SFP transceiver modules for the Gbic uplink trunks (user-supplied) if connecting over fiber.
•
Fiber optic LAN cables for the Gbic uplink trunks (user-supplied) if connecting over fiber.
•
Standard CAT5e copper LAN cables for the GbE uplink trunks (user
‐
supplied).
•
UTP cable for the downlink ports (user-supplied).
•
Serial console cable for the CONSOLE port, provided as an accessory in the product package.
•
Standard CAT5e copper LAN cable for the MGMT port (optional). Only needed if out-of-
band management is required (user
‐
supplied).
•
Protective ground cable (user
‐
supplied).
