Cabletron Systems CSX400-DC User Manual

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CSX400 and CSX400-DC User’s Guide

In a shelf installation, the shelf must be able to support 13.6 kg (30 lb) of static weight for each 
device on the shelf. 

Maintain a temperature of between 5

°

C (41

°

F) and 40

°

C (104

°

F) at the installation site with 

fluctuations of less than 10

°

C (50

°

F) per hour.

Maintain a two-inch clearance for each side and the back of the device for adequate ventilation.

Depending on your specific application, install Cableton Systems WAN Port Interface Modules 
(WPIMs) and the CSX-COMP/ENCR modules into the CSX400 before proceeding with the 
installation of your CSX400. Refer to the 

 

sections within this chapter for installation instructions.

This section contains procedures for adding or replacing an Ethernet Port Interface Module 
(EPIM) to upgrade or change the capabilities of your CSX400. After installing your new EPIM, 
refer to 

, 

, for network configuration guidelines. 

, provides specification information on Cabletron Systems 

EPIMs.

The EPIMs and WPIMs, and CSXCOMP/ENCR for the CSX400 are sensitive to static 
discharges. Use a grounding strap and observe all static precautions during 
installation. Failure to do so could result in damage to the EPIMs, WPIMs, CSXCOMP/
ENCR, and the CSX400.

The CSX400 must have at least one EPIM and one WPIM installed before you can 
begin configuring the device.

Before performing installation procedures, ensure that the requirements outlined in the 
section, 

, are met.