Netgear FSM750S – 48-Port 10/100 Mbps Managed Stackable Switch with Gigabit Ports Guida All'Installazione
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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION
This chapter describes the installation procedures for your NETGEAR Model FSM726S/FSM750S
Managed Stackable Switch. Switch installation involves the following steps:
Managed Stackable Switch. Switch installation involves the following steps:
Step 1: Preparing the site
Step 2: Installing the switch
Step 3: Checking the installation
Step 4: Applying AC power
Step 5: Connecting devices to the switch
Step 6: Installing a GBIC module
Step 7: Connecting to the console port to manage the switch (initial configuration)
Step 8: Connecting multiple switches through the use of stacking ports at the rear panel
Step 1: Preparing the Site
Before you install your switch, be sure your operating environment meets the operating environment
requirements in Table 3-1.
requirements in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1. Site Requirements
Characteristics
Requirements
Mounting
Desktop installations:
Rack-mount
installations:
installations:
Provide a flat table or shelf surface.
Use a 19-inch (48.3-centimeter) EIA standard equipment rack that is grounded
and physically secure. You also need the rack-mount kit supplied with your
switch.
Use a 19-inch (48.3-centimeter) EIA standard equipment rack that is grounded
and physically secure. You also need the rack-mount kit supplied with your
switch.
Access
Locate the switch in a position that lets you access the front panel RJ-45 ports,
view the front panel LEDs, and access the rear-panel power connector.
view the front panel LEDs, and access the rear-panel power connector.
Power source
Provide a power source within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of the installation location.
Power specifications for the switch is shown in Appendix C. Be sure the AC
outlet is not controlled by a wall switch, which can accidentally turn off power
to the outlet and the switch.
Power specifications for the switch is shown in Appendix C. Be sure the AC
outlet is not controlled by a wall switch, which can accidentally turn off power
to the outlet and the switch.
Environmental
Temperature:
Install the switch in a dry area, with ambient temperature between 0 and 40ºC
(32 and 104ºF). Keep the switch away from heat sources such as direct
sunlight, warm air exhausts, hot-air vents, and heaters.
(32 and 104ºF). Keep the switch away from heat sources such as direct
sunlight, warm air exhausts, hot-air vents, and heaters.
Operating humidity:
The installation location should have a maximum relative humidity of 90%,
non-condensing.
non-condensing.
Ventilation:
Do not restrict airflow by covering or obstructing air inlets on the sides of the
switch. Keep at least 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) free on all sides for cooling.
Be sure there is adequate airflow in the room or wiring closet where you intend
to install the switch.
switch. Keep at least 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) free on all sides for cooling.
Be sure there is adequate airflow in the room or wiring closet where you intend
to install the switch.
Operating conditions:
Keep the switch at least 6 ft (1.83 m) away from nearest source of
electromagnetic noise, such as a photocopy machine.
electromagnetic noise, such as a photocopy machine.