Allied Telesis Rapier 48w Installation and operating manual

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Rapier 48w Switch
Installation and Safety Guide
Rapier 48w
Rapier 48w-B

Rapier 48w Switch
Installation and Safety Guide
Rapier 48w
Rapier 48w-B
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Rapier 48w Switch Installation and Safety Guide
Document Number 613-000757 REV C
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Contents
Switches Covered By This Guide ................................................................................. 4
Package Contents ............................................................................................................. 5
Selecting a Site ................................................................................................................... 6
Installing the Switch ......................................................................................................... 7
Applying Power to the Switch ..................................................................................... 10
Connecting Data Cables to the Switch ..................................................................... 14
Configuring the Switch .................................................................................................. 16
Checking LEDs ................................................................................................................ 18
Documentation Set ........................................................................................................ 20
AC Model Standards ...................................................................................................... 21
DC Model Standards ..................................................................................................... 22
Safety ................................................................................................................................. 23
Sicherheit .......................................................................................................................... 24
Sikkerhed .......................................................................................................................... 26
Veiligheid ........................................................................................................................... 28
Sécurité ............................................................................................................................. 30
Turvallisuus ....................................................................................................................... 32
Norme di Sicurezza ........................................................................................................ 33
Sikkerhet ........................................................................................................................... 35
Segurança .......................................................................................................................... 37
Seguridad .......................................................................................................................... 39
Säkerhet ............................................................................................................................ 41
Telecommunications Interfaces ................................................................................... 42

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Switches Covered By This Guide
This document includes information on the following switches:
■Rapier 48w (DC model)
■Rapier 48w-B (AC and DC models)
The Rapier 48w and 48w-B switches have the same features, however the
physical connection between the switch and NSMs is different. The compatible
NSMs for each model are:
■Rapier 48w: AT-AR040, AT-AR048
■Rapier 48w-B: AT-AR040-B, AT-AR048-B
In this guide, the product name Rapier 48w refers to both the Rapier 48w and
the Rapier 48w-B models, except where an explicit reference is made.
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NEBS Compliance
The Rapier 48w DC models meet Network Equipment Building System (NEBS)
compliance under the following conditions:
■The switch is located in a network telecommunications facility.
■When rack-mounted, all bare conductors are coated with an appropriate
antioxidant compound before making crimp connections.
■The supplied air filters are installed in both fan units.
For information about NEBS requirements when connecting cables to the
switch, see “Connecting Data Cables to the Switch” on page 14.
The Rapier 48w AC model has not been tested for NEBS requirements.

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Package Contents
These items are included with each Rapier 48w switch. Contact your authorised
distributor or reseller if any items are damaged or missing.
AC model package contents
■one serial cable for connecting the switch to a terminal or PC
■one AC power cord
■two 19inch rack-mount brackets, two 23inch rack-mount brackets and eight
M4 flat head screws, for mounting the switch in a rack
■this Installation and Safety Guide
■one CD-ROM with complete documentation and utilities
■one warranty card
DC model package contents
■one serial cable for connecting the switch to a terminal or PC
■two 19inch rack-mount brackets, two 23inch rack-mount brackets and eight
M4 flat head screws, for mounting the switch in a rack
■one grounding stud crimp terminal
■two M5 hex nuts with lock washers for connecting the switch to primary
ground
■one 4-terminal DC connector plug (MSTB) with fixing screws
■two air filters
■this Installation and Safety Guide
■one CD-ROM with complete documentation and utilities
■one warranty card

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Selecting a Site
Before you install the switch, review the following considerations about its
location.
■The Rapier 48w switch requires an ambient temperature from 0ºC to 50ºC
(32ºF to 122ºF).
■There should be adequate front-to-back airflow around the switch and its
vents.
■The site should be dust-free and without moisture.
■Humidity can be from 5% to 80% non-condensing.
■You need a reliable and earthed (grounded) power supply source, preferably
dedicated and filtered.
■The switch ports are suitable for connection to intra-building or non-
exposed cabling only (NEBS requirement)
■Cabling must not be exposed to sources of electrical noise, such as radio
transmitters, broadband amplifiers, power lines, electric motors, and
fluorescent fixtures.
■Related network devices can be connected to the switch but cannot exceed
maximum cable lengths specified in the Hardware Reference.
■Ensure easy access to the switch’s power and cable connections.
■You may need to remove cabinet doors to accommodate cords and cables.
■When rack mounted, the switch must be located evenly to prevent uneven
mechanical loading of the rack.
■Rapier 48w DC models are NEBS compatible only when the switch is
located in a network telecommunications facility.

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Installing the Switch
You can install the switch on a level surface, such as a desktop or bench, in a
standard 19-inch rack, or in a 23-inch rack.
The ports on the switch must not be metallically connected to interfaces that
connect to Outside Plant or its wiring (NEBS requirement).
Before you begin
■Read the safety information.
For your well-being and that of the equipment, read the safety information in
this document. You can also download this document from
www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software.
■Verify the package contents if you have not already done so.
See “Package Contents” on page 5. If any items are damaged or missing,
contact your authorised distributor or reseller.
■Gather necessary tools and equipment.
For a Rapier 48w AC switch, you will need:
• a Phillips #2 screwdriver for fitting the rack-mount brackets
• four rack-mount screws and cage nuts (if required)
For a Rapier 48w DC switch, you will need:
• a Phillips #2 screwdriver for fitting the rack-mount brackets
• four rack-mount screws and cage nuts (if required)
• a flat screwdriver for the captive screws on the fan units and the DC
power connection
• a suitable spanner for tightening the nuts on the chassis grounding stud
• an appropriate DC power source, DC supply cable, ring connectors,
wire strippers, and a PANDUIT Uni-Die® dieless crimping toolset
■Prepare the cabinet in a suitable location
Follow guidelines described in “Selecting a Site” on page 6 to choose an
appropriate location and modify the rack as necessary.
You can install the switch in a 19-inch rack, a 23-inch rack, or on a flat bench.
■If you have an optional Network Service Module (NSM), or Port Interface
Cards (PICs), install them in the switch first.
For details, refer to the Network Service Module Installation and Safety Guide and
the Port Interface Card Installation and Safety Guide. These guides are shipped
with each NSM or PIC. You can also download them from
www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software.

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Rack-mount the switch
1. Ensure the rack has sufficient space for the switch and its cables. For the
switch’s requirements, see “Selecting a Site” on page 6.
2. Install cage nuts, if required, so they are ready for the rack-mount screws in
the following steps. The Rapier 48w can be front, center, or rear mounted.
3. Unpack the switch.
4. Screw one bracket to each side of the switch using the M4 screws provided.
5. Mount the switch into the rack, and tighten the 4 rack-mount screws.

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Install the air filters (NEBS installation only)
Rapier 48w DC switches are shipped with air filters that you must install in each
of the fan units for Network Equipment Building System (NEBS) compliance.
To install an air filter:
1. Using a flat screwdriver, undo the captive screws on the front of the fan
unit.
2. Slide the fan unit out of its cage. The internal power connection is quite
solid, so pull firmly on the captive screws.
3. Insert the air filter into the narrow slot between the front grill of the fan
unit and the fan. Position the air filter with the plastic frame towards the fan
and the pull tab to the top. The air filter should fit snugly.
4. Slide the fan unit back into its cage, making sure that the air filter and the
pull tab are clear of any contact points.
5. Press the fan unit firmly into place and tighten the captive screws on the
front of the fan unit.