Allied Telesis AT-8000GS/POE User Manual

Chapter 2: Installation

32

The device can be installed on a flat surface or mounted in a rack. This section includes the 
following topics: 

ˆ

ˆ

When installing the switch on a desktop or shelf, the rubber feet included with the device 
should first be attached. Attach these cushioning feet on the bottom at each corner of the 
device.

Ensure the surface is be able to support the weight of the device and the device cables.

To install the device on a surface, perform the following:

1.

Attach the rubber feet on the bottom of the device. The following figure illustrates the 
rubber feet installation on the device.

2.

Set device down on a flat surface, while leaving 2 inches on each side and 5 inches at 
the back.

3.

Ensure that the device has proper ventilation by allowing adequate space for 
ventilation between the device and the objects around the device.

The device can be mounted in an EIA standard-sized, 19-inch rack, which can be placed in 
a wiring closet with other equipment. To install the device the mounting brackets must first 
be attached to the device’s sides.