Brocade Communications Systems 53-1002580-01 Manuel D’Utilisation
Brocade 6910 Ethernet Access Switch Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter
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Installing the Switch
CAUTION
Procedures are for qualified service personnel only.
Procedures are for qualified service personnel only.
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Selecting a Site
Switch units can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat surface. Be sure to
follow the guidelines below when choosing a location.
follow the guidelines below when choosing a location.
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The site should:
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be at the center of all the devices you want to link and near a power outlet.
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be able to maintain its temperature within -40 to 65 °C (-40 to 149°F) and its humidity
within 10% to 90%, non-condensing
within 10% to 90%, non-condensing
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provide adequate space (approximately two inches) on all sides for proper air flow
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be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the devices
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allow the status LEDs to be clearly visible
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Make sure twisted-pair cable is always routed away from power lines, fluorescent lighting
fixtures and other sources of electrical interference, such as radios and transmitters.
fixtures and other sources of electrical interference, such as radios and transmitters.
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Make sure that the unit is connected to a separate grounded power outlet that provides 100 to
240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, is within 2 m (6.6 feet) of each device and is powered from an
independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment, using a filter or surge suppressor is
recommended.
240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, is within 2 m (6.6 feet) of each device and is powered from an
independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment, using a filter or surge suppressor is
recommended.