Extreme Networks ExtremeSwitching VSP 7400 Series User Manual

Understand the applicable standards and ensure that they are being followed.
Operating Environment Requirements
Verify that your site meets all environmental and safety requirements.
Virtually all areas of the United States are regulated by building codes and standards. During the early
planning stages of installing or modifying your network, it is important that you develop a thorough
understanding of the regulations that pertain to your location and industry.
Meeting Building and Electrical Codes
Building and electrical codes vary depending on your location. Comply with all code specifications
when planning your site and installing cable. This section lists resources for obtaining additional
information.
For information about major building codes, consult the following organization:
International Code Council (ICC)
5203 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22041 USA
www.iccsafe.org
The organizations listed in Table 5 are authorities on electrical codes.
Table 5: Authorities on Electrical Codes
Organization Address Web Site URL
National Electrical Code (NEC) Classification (USA only)
Recognized authority on safe electrical wiring. Federal, state,
and local governments use NEC standards to establish their
own laws, ordinances, and codes on wiring specifications. The
NEC classification is published by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA).
NFPA
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169
USA
www.nfpa.org/
Underwriters’ Laboratory (UL)
Independent research and testing laboratory. UL evaluates the
performance and capability of electrical wiring and equipment
to determine whether they meet certain safety standards
when properly used. Acceptance is usually indicated by the
words “UL Approved” or “UL Listed.”
UL
333 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, IL 60062
USA
www.ul.com
National Electrical Manufacturing Association (NEMA) (USA
only)
Organization of electrical product manufacturers. Members
develop consensus standards for cables, wiring, and electrical
components.
NEMA
1300 N. 17th Street
Rosslyn, VA 22209
USA
www.nema.org
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Brand	Extreme Networks
Model	ExtremeSwitching VSP 7400 Series
Category	Switch
Language	English