Allied Telesis AT-FS909SX - Manual (Page 18)

Installation
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Preparing the Site
Use common sense when selecting a location for the switch and observe the
following:
❑ Make sure that the switch’s power is accessible and cables can be
connected easily.
❑ Cabling must be away from sources of electrical noise such as radios,
transmitters, broadband amplifiers, power lines, electric motors, and
fluorescent fixtures.
❑ Air flow around the switch and through its vents on the side and rear
must not be restricted.
❑ If you are installing the switch on a desk, make sure it is placed on a
level, secure desktop.
❑ Do not place objects on top of the switch.
❑ Do not expose the switch to moisture or water.
❑ Make sure it is in a dust-free environment.
❑ Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable
electrical power to the network devices.
Review the following precautions before you begin to install the switch.
Warning
LIGHTNING DANGER
DANGER: DO NOT WORK on equipment or CABLES during
periods of LIGHTNING ACTIVITY.
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Warning
ELECTRICAL - TYPE CLASS 1 EQUIPMENT
THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED. Power plug must be
connected to a properly wired earth ground socket outlet. An
improperly wired socket outlet could place hazardous voltages on
accessible metal parts
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Continue with the desktop installation steps on page 9, or the rack-mount
installation steps on page 10.