Cabletron Systems 2E43-51 User Manual
Installing the 2E43-51
2E43-51/2E43-51R User’s Guide
3-3
If the 2E43-51 is to be installed with an optional Fast Ethernet Interface
Module, refer to
Module, refer to
for installation instructions. The installation
instructions for the HSIMs are in the associated HSIM user’s guide.
3.4
INSTALLING THE 2E43-51
The 2E43-51 may be installed on a tabletop, shelf, or in a 19-inch rack.
describes the rackmount installation.
3.4.1
Tabletop or Shelf Installation
The following two subsections provide guidelines for installation on a
tabletop or shelf.
tabletop or shelf.
Guidelines for Tabletop and Shelf Installations
Tabletop and shelf installations must be within reach of the network
cabling and meet the requirements listed below:
cabling and meet the requirements listed below:
•
Locate the 2E43-51 within seven feet of an appropriately grounded
power receptacle that meets the power supply requirements listed in
power receptacle that meets the power supply requirements listed in
.
•
In a shelf installation, the shelf must support 13.6 kg (30 lb) of static
weight for each 2E43-51.
weight for each 2E43-51.
•
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 (18°F) per hour.
the installation site with fluctuations of less than 10°C (18°F) per hour.
•
Maintain a 2-inch clearance from the left, right, and rear sides of the
device to provide adequate ventilation.
device to provide adequate ventilation.
Installation
For a tabletop or shelf installation, locate the 2E43-51 within seven feet of
its power source and with an unrestricted free surface area as shown in
its power source and with an unrestricted free surface area as shown in
. Proceed to
for power connection instructions.
To prevent possible personal injury and/or damage to the unit,
do NOT connect power to the 2E43-51 until instructed to do so.
do NOT connect power to the 2E43-51 until instructed to do so.
!
CAUTION
To ensure proper ventilation and prevent overheating, leave a
minimum clearance space of 5.1 cm (2.0 in) at the left, right,
and rear of the 2E43-51.
minimum clearance space of 5.1 cm (2.0 in) at the left, right,
and rear of the 2E43-51.