Rear Panel 21
RFID Tag 25
RJ-45 Console Port LED 25
StackWise Ports 25
Power Supply Modules 25
Fan Module 28
StackPower Connector 29
USB 3.0 SSD Port 29
Ethernet Management Port 30
RJ-45 Console Port 30
Network Configurations 30
Preparing for Installation 31
CHAPTER 2
Safety Warnings 31
Installation Guidelines 33
Site Requirements 34
Temperature 35
Air Flow 35
Humidity 36
Altitude 36
Dust and Particles 36
Air Quality 37
Corrosion 37
EMI and Radio Frequency Interference 38
Shock and Vibration 39
Power Source Interruptions 39
System Grounding 40
Maintaining Safety with Electricity 42
Preventing ESD Damage 43
Installing a Switch 45
CHAPTER 3
Shipping Box Contents 45
Tools and Equipment 47
Verifying Switch Operation 47
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