Foundry Networks OSI Manuale Utente
February 2003
© 2003 Foundry Networks, Inc.
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Selecting a Site
EdgeIron 4802CF 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.
rack or on a flat surface. Be sure to follow the guidelines below when
choosing a location.
◆ The site should:
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be at the center of all the devices you want to link and near a
power outlet.
power outlet.
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be able to maintain its temperature within 0 to 50 °C (32 to
122 °F) and its humidity within 5% to 95%, non-condensing
122 °F) and its humidity within 5% to 95%, non-condensing
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provide adequate space (approximately two inches) on all sides for
proper air flow
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
◆ 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.
interference, such as radios and transmitters.
◆ Make sure that a separate grounded power outlet that provides 100 to
240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, is within 2.44 m (8 feet) of each device and is
powered from an independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment,
using a filter or surge suppressor is recommended.
powered from an independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment,
using a filter or surge suppressor is recommended.