Ruijie RG-S6510-48VS8CQ Installation and operating manual

Ruijie RG-S6510-48VS8CQ Switch
Hardware Installation and Reference Guide
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Date: 2022.06.09
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Preface
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2. Signs
The signs usedin this documentaredescribedas follows:

Warning
An alert that calls attention to importantrules and information thatif not understood orfollowed can resultin
data loss orequipmentdamage.
Caution
An alert that calls attention to essential information thatifnot understood orfollowed can resultin function
failure or performancedegradation.
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3. Note
The manual offers configuration information (including model, port type and command line interface) for
indicative purposeonly.Incaseofany discrepancyorinconsistencybetween themanualand theactualversion,
the actual versionprevails.

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1 Product Overview
RG-S6510-48VS8CQis ahigh density10GE/25GEdatacenteraccess switch,featuring25GE/100GEaccess,low latency,
and complete data center features. The RG-S6510-48VS8CQ switch, with up to 48 25GE ports and eight 100GE ports,
can be usedwiththe RG-N18000-X/RG-S6500-4Cswitchtocomposea high-performance and high-reliabilitydatacenter
network.
Model
100GE
QSFP28
Ethernet
Port
25GE/10GE
SFP28 Ethernet
Port
10GBase-T
Ethernet
Port
Expansion
Module Slot
Fan
Redundancy
Power Supply
Redundancy
RG-S6510-
48VS8CQ
8
48
N/A
N/A
3+1
1+1
An SFP28 port is compliantwith25G/10Gbase-Rbutnotcompliantwith 1000base-X.
A QSFP28 port supports both100GE/40GEmodeand 4x 25GE/4 x 10GE mode.
Specifications
Model
RG-S6510-48VS8CQ
CPU
Quad-coreprocessor,1.2GHz
BOOT ROM
8 MB
FLASH Memory
16 GB
SDRAM
DDR44 GB (Compatible:8GB)
Expansion
Module Slot
Unsupported
Expansion
Module
Unsupported
Fan Slot
4 (3+1 redundancy.At leastthree fan modulesare required.)
Fan Module
M6510-FAN-F and M6510-FAN-R
Power Supply
Slot
2 (1+1 redundancy)
Power Module
RG-PA550I-F, RG-PA550I-R, RG-PD800I-F, and RG-PHD550I-F
Power Supply
Input
AC input
Rated voltage range: 100 V AC to 240 VAC
Maximum voltage range: 90 V AC to 264V AC
Frequency: 50 Hz to 60 Hz
Rated current: 3.5 Ato 7.2A
HVDC input
Rated voltage range: 192 V DC to 288 V DC
Rated current: 3.6 A
HVDC input
Rated voltage range: 180 V DC to 400 V DC
Ratedvoltage: 336V DC
Rated current: 1.7 A
DC input
Rated voltage range: -42 V DC to -72 V DC
Ratedvoltage: -48V DC
Rated current: 23 A

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Power
Consumption
Less than300 W
Optical Module
See Appendix.
The supported module type is subject to change without prior notification. Contact Ruijie
Networks for details.
SFP28 Port
Supported
QSFP28 Port
Supported
FC Port
Unsupported
10GBASE-T Port
Unsupported
Temperature
Alarming
Temperature alarming andover-temperatureprotection.
EMC Standards
GB9254-2008CLASS A
Safety Standards
GB4943-2011
Working
Temperature
0°Cto 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Storage
Temperature
–40°C to +70°C(–40°F to +158°F)
Working Humidity
10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Net Weight
8 kg (17.64lbs., with4 fan modules and2 powermodules)
Dimensions
(W x D x H)
442mmx 387mmx 44 mm(17.40 in. x 15.24 in. x 1.73 in.), 1 RU
RG-S6510-48VS8CQ switch is a class A product. Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could
causeradiointerference,in which casethe usermayberequiredto take adequatemeasures.
The 25GE/100GE Ethernetport of the RG-S6510-48VS8CQswitchsupports DAC.For details,see Appendix.
Product Appearance
RG-S6510-48VS8CQhardwareincludes achassis,apowersupplysystem and aheat dissipation system.
Power supplysystem:Provides two power supplyslots,supporting1+1powersupplyredundancy. You are advised
to configure powersupplyredundancy.
Heatdissipation system:Provides four fan moduleslots,supporting3+1fan redundancy.You are advised to configure
all fans to implementredundancy.
Figure1-1 RG-S6510-48VS8CQSwitch Appearance

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Front Panel
Figure 1-2 Front Panel
1. System Status LED
2. LocatorLED
3. SFP28 Port
4. SFP28 Port LED
5. QSFP28 Port
6. QSFP28 Port LED
The S6510-48VS8CQswitchsupports the 100GEQSFP28 moduleand 25GESFP28 module.
Back Panel
Figure1-3 Back Panel
1. PowerModule Slot
2. Fan Module Slot
3. LocatorLED
4. MGMT Port
5. USB 2.0 Port
6. Grounding Stud
7. AssetTag
8. System Status LED
9. Console Port
Asset Tag

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The assettag is inthe bottom rightcornerof the back panel.The tag is movable and can be removed from the switch.You
can markthe information such as assetname,category, codeandregistrationdateon the tag for inventory control.
Figure1-4 AssetTag
Ports
The RG-S6510-48VS8CQswitchprovides the followingports:
Universal serial bus (USB)port:This port is connectedwitha USB flashdrive to save logs,software version,alarm
and other diagnosismessages.
To protect dataand avoid equipmentdamage,use aqualifiedUSBflashdrive.The USB portis compatible withmost
USB flashdrives and mayfail to identify somebrands.
The RG-S6510-48VS8CQ switch supports commissioning, configuration, maintenance, management and program
uploadingthrough theconsoleport.
Console port:The console portis anRS-232 port that uses an RJ45 connector.This port is used to connecta PC
directly to the switch for commissioning,configuration,maintenance,managementand program loading.
MGMT port: This is an out-bandEthernet port that uses anRJ45connector.This port is connectedto an Ethernet
port of a PC for program downloading.You can manageand maintain the switchremotely byconnecting the
managementportto the Ethernet port of a PC with an Ethernet cable.
SFP28 port: There are 48 25GE SFP28 ports,which supportoptical transceivers and DAC cables (10GBASE-X
compatible).
QSFP28 port: There are eight100GE QSFP28 ports,which supportoptical transceivers and DAC cables.These
ports can alsoworkin 4 x 25GE mode.
LED
LED
Panel
Identification
Status
Meaning
System Status LED
Status
Off
System is not powered on.

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(front panel/back
panel)
Solid red
1. System or any module fails.
2. The chassisis equippedwithless than three fan
modules.
3. The temperature exceeds thethreshold,and the
switchingservice resets.
Blinking green
System is beinginitialized.
Solid green
System is operatingnormally.
Solid yellow
1. The temperature exceeds the threshold.
2. The chassisis equippedwiththreefan modules.
3. One of the dual powers is not connected withthe
AC powercord.
LocatorLED
(front panel/back
panel)
ID
Off
System is not being located.
Solid blue
System is beinglocated.
MGMT Port LED
MGMT
Off
No linkis detectedfor this port.
Green
The port has made a successful 10/100/1000 Mbps
link.
Blinking
The port is sending andreceiving dataat10/100/1000
Mbps.
SFP28 Port LED
1F-48F
Off
No linkis detectedfor this port.
Solid green
The port has made asuccessful 10/25Gbps link.
Blinking green
The port is sending andreceiving dataat 10/25Gbps.
QSFP28 Port LED
49F-56F
Off
No linkis detectedfor this port.
Solid green
The port has made asuccessful 40/100 Gbps link.
Blinking green
Theportis sending andreceiving dataat40/100 Gbps.
Power Supply
The RG-S6510-48VS8CQswitchsupports powermodulesRG-PA550I-Fand RG-PA550I-R. The smartpowermodules
supportpower management.The system canread outputpower, outputcurrent, and temperature in real time. The power
modules supporthotswapping.
The RG-S6510-48VS8CQ switch supports 1+1 power supplyredundancy. To improve the stabilityand reliabilityof
theentiresystem,youare advisedtoconfigure1+1powersupplyredundancy.When bothpowermodulesare working,
the switchis in the status of current sharing.
At leastone powermodule is required.Ifany slotis unoccupied,install afillerpaneltoenableproperairflow.
Heat Dissipation
The working temperature ofthe RG-S6510-48VS8CQswitchranges from 0°Cto 45°C(32°F to 113°F).The heat
dissipation design needs toensure equipmentstability,safety and maintainabilityinsuch an environment.TheRG-
S6510-48VS8CQswitchadopts fan ventilation and enforcedconvection to ensure the equipmentcanworknormallyin
the specifiedenvironment.Dustthe equipmentevery three months toavoid blockingthe ventilationopenings.
The RG-S6510-48VS8CQswitchsupports fanmodulesM6510-FAN-Fand M6510-FAN-R. The fan modules feature
speed regulation,failure alarming,and hotswapping.
Figure1-5 Airflow Direction

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Maintain a minimum clearanceof20cm (7.87 in.) aroundthe chassisforventilation.
At least three fan modules are required. If any slot is unoccupied, install a filler panel to enable proper airflow and
avoid dust.
The powermodules and fanmoduleswithdifferentairflow directions cannotbeusedtogether.

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2 Preparing for Installation
2.1 SafetyPrecautions
To avoid personal injuryand equipmentdamage,carefullyreadthe safetyprecautions before you install theswitch.
The following safetyprecautions maynot cover all possible dangers.
2.1.1 Installation
Keep the chassis clean and dust-free.
This equipmentis notsuitableforusein locations where peoplearelikelyto walk.
During the installation and maintenance,donotwear loose clothes,ornaments,oranyother things that maybe
hooked by the chassis.
Cut off all the powersuppliesand unplug all powercords before moving orhandling the switch.
Avoid handling the bare equipment.Instead,handle the equipmentwithits packing materials.
When handling the equipment,donot stackmore layers than the value indicated on the shippingcontainer.Donot
place the equipmentsideways orupside down.
When unpacking thecarton, do not removethe foam pads attachedto the equipmentandstackbare equipment.Do
not stackover three layers, witha stacking heightof up to onemeter(39.37 in.). The foam pads mustbe placed ina
stablealignment.
2.1.2 Movement
Do not handle the equipmentfrequently.
Cut off all the powersuppliesand unplug all powercords before moving orhandling the switch.
Keep balance and prevent personal injurieswhenhandling theswitch
Do not hold the handle of the power module or the fan module when moving the switch. Otherwise, it may cause
equipmentdamageoreven personalinjury.
Removethe fan modules andthe powermodulesbeforehandlingthe equipment.
Installthe equipmentwhere itis not likelyto be moved.
2.1.3 Electricity
Observe local regulations andspecifications duringelectricoperations.Onlypersonnel withrelevantqualifications
can perform such operations.
Checkwhetherthere are potentialrisks inthe work area. For example,check whetherthe powersupplyis
grounded,whetherthegroundingis reliable,and whetherthegroundis wet.
Find out the position ofthe indooremergencypowerswitchbefore installation.Cutoffthe powerswitchincaseof
accidents.

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Make sure that the equipmentis powered offwhen you cut off the powersupply.
Do not place the switchina wet position,andkeepthe switchawayfrom liquid.
Any nonstandard andinaccurateoperationcancause an accidentsuchasfireorelectrical attack,thus causingsevere
damages tohuman bodies and equipment.
Direct or indirecttouchthrough a wet objecton high-voltage and mains supplycan bring a fatal danger.
2.1.4 ESD
Precautions:
Pay attention to the following tips:
The equipmentandthe floor are wellgrounded.
Keep the installation site free of dust.
Maintain an appropriatehumiditylevel.
When installing pluggable modules,wearananti-staticwriststrap and make sure thatit is well grounded.
Do not touch the components and theprinted-circuitboard (PCB)directlywith your barehand.
Useananti-staticshieldingbag toproperlystorethe board.
Avoid contact between your clothes and PCB. An anti-staticwriststrap can prevent human staticelectricityfrom
damaging the PCB,but cannot prevent any staticelectricity on clothes.
2.1.5 Laser
Amongthe modules supportedbythe switch,manyoptical transceivers areClass Ilaserproducts.
Precautions:
When an optical transceiverworks, ensure thatthe port has beenconnectedwitha fiber or covered by a dustcap to
keep out dustand prevent it from burning your eyes.
Do not lookinto anyoptical port.
2.2 Installation EnvironmentRequirements
Install the switchindoors toensureits normal operation andprolongedservicelife.The installation sitemustmeetthe
following requirements.
2.2.1 Cabinet Installation
Before installing the switchin a cabinet, make sure thatthe cabinetobserves the following requirement:
Install the switchinan opencabinet.If you have only a closedcabinet,besurethat the cabinethas a good
ventilation system.
The cabinetis firm enoughto bear the weightof the chassisand accessories.
Maintain a clearancearoundthe chassisinthe cabinetfor heat dissipation.
The cabinetis properlygrounded.

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2.2.2 Ventilation
Maintain a minimum clearanceof200mm (7.87in.) aroundthe switchfor aircirculation.After various cables are
connected,bundle thecables or routethem over the cablemanagementbrackettoavoid blockingairinlets.
2.2.3 Temperature and Humidity
To ensure thenormaloperationand prolongedservice lifeofthe switch,maintain an appropriatetemperature and
humidityin the equipmentroom.Theequipmentroom withtoohighor too low temperatureand humidityfor a longperiod
maydamage theswitch.
In an environmentwithhigh relative humidity, the insulatingmaterial mayhave poorinsulationoreven leak
electricity.
In an environmentwithlow relative humidity,staticelectricity is proneto occur anddamage theinternalcircuits of
the switch.
Too high temperatures canacceleratetheagingof insulation materials,greatlyreducingthe reliabilityof the switch
and severelyaffecting its service life.
Temperature and humidityrequirements:
Model
Working Temperature
Working Humidity
RG-S6510-48VS8CQ
0ºC to 45ºC (32ºF to 113ºF)
10%to 90% (non-condensing)
The ambient temperature and humidityof the switch are measured at the point that is 1.5 m (59.06 in.) above the
floor and 0.4 m (15.75 in.) beforethe rack whenthere is no protective platein the front or at the back of the rack.
2.2.4 Cleanness
Dustposes amajorthreatto the switch.The indoordusttakes on a positive or negative static electricchargewhenfalling
on the switch,causingpoorcontactof the metallicjoint.Such electrostaticadhesion mayoccurmoreeasilywhen the
relative humidityis low, not onlyaffecting the servicelife of the switch,but alsocausing communicationfaults.The
following table describestherequirements forthedustcontent and granularityin the equipmentroom.
Dust
Unit
Content
Dust particles (diameter ≥ 0.5 μm)
Particles/m3
≤ 3.5×106
Dust particles (diameter ≥ 5 μm)
Particles/m3
≤ 3×104
Apart from dust, the salt,acid, andsulfidein the air in the equipmentroom mustmeetstrictrequirements.Theseharmful
substances will accelerate metal corrosion and componentaging.Therefore,the equipmentroom should be properly
protected againstthe intrusion of harmful gases,such as sulfurdioxide,hydrogen sulfide,nitrogen dioxide,andchlorine
gas.
Gas
Average (mg/m3)
Maximum (mg/m3)
Sulfur dioxide (SO2)
0.3
1.0
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S)
0.1
0.5
Nitrogen dioxide (NO2)
0.5
1.0
Chlorine gas (CI2)
0.1
0.3

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The Average refers to the average limit of harmful gas in one week. The Maximum value is the upper limit of the
harmfulgas measuredin one weekfor upto 30 minutes everyday.
2.2.5 Grounding
A propergrounding system is the basis forstableand reliable running andis indispensableforpreventing lightning
strikes andinterference.Carefullycheck the groundingconditionsattheinstallationsiteaccordingtothegrounding
specifications,and completegroundingproperlybased on theactual situation.
Safety Grounding
The switchusing AC or HVDC powersupplymustbegroundedbyusingthe yellow/green groundingcable.Otherwise,
when the high voltage circuit inside theswitchhas a grounding fault,an electricshockmayoccur.
The building musthavea protectivegroundconnectiontoensurethattheswitchisconnectedtotheprotectiveground.
Lightning Grounding
The surgeprotection system offacilities is standalone,andis composedofalightningrod,a downlead conductor,anda
connectorconnected to the groundingsystem.Thegroundingsystem is usuallyused forpowerreference groundingand
safetygrounding ofthe rack. Lightninggroundingis required onlyfor facilities and is notrequiredfor the switch.
For surge protection,seeAppendix.
EMC Grounding
The ground required forEMC design includes shieldingground,filterground,noiseandinterferencesuppression,and
level reference.All the above constitutethe comprehensive grounding requirements.Thegroundingresistance shouldbe
less than 1Ω. There is one grounding connectoratthe right bottom of the rear panel.The grounding connector is pasted
with conspicuous warning labels.
Figure2-1 EMC grounding
2.2.6 EMI

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All interference sources, either from outside or inside of the equipment or application system, affect the equipment by
capacitive coupling,inductivecoupling,orelectromagneticwaves.
Electromagneticinterference (EMI) occurs dueto electromagneticradiation orconduction,dependingonthe transmission
path.
When the energy, often RF energy, from a componentarrives at a sensitive componentvia the space,the energyis
known as radiated interference.The interference sourcecan be both a part of the interfered system anda completely
electricallyisolated unit.Conductioninterferenceoccurs wheninterferenceis transferred from oneunitto anotherunit
through cables,whichare usuallyelectromagneticwiresorsignalcablesconnected between thesourceand thevictim.
Conductedinterferenceoften affects the powersupplyof the equipment,butcan be controlledbya filter. Radiated
interferencemayaffect any signal pathinthe equipment,andis difficultto shield.
Take interference preventionmeasuresforthe powersupplysystem.
Keepthe switchfar away from the lightening protectionandgroundingsystemofthe power equipment.
Keep the switchfar away from high-frequencycurrent equipmentsuch as high-powerradio transmitting station and
radarlauncher.
Take electromagneticshielding measureswhennecessary.
2.3 Fiber Connections
Make sure the optical transceiver andfiber cablematchthe opticalport. Connectthe transmitporton the local device to
the receive port on the peer device; connectthe receive port on the local device to the transmitporton the peerdevice.
2.4 Tools
Common Tools
Phillips screwdriver,Ethernetand optical cables,cagenuts,diagonal pliers,andcable
ties
Special Tools
Anti-static gloves,wire stripper,crimpingplier,RJ45connectorcrimping plier,andwire
cutter
Cleaning Tools
Dust-freepaperandfiber end-facemicroscope
Meters
Multimeter, bit errorrate tester (BERT), and optical power meter
The switchis delivered withouta tool kit.
2.5 Unpacking the Carton
Package Contents
Chassis Kit
Chassis,groundingcables,andQuick Start Guide andPackageContents
Module Kit
Modules,andQuick Start Guide andPackageContents
The actual package contents are subject to the order contract. And please check your goods carefullyagainst the
ordercontract. If you have any questions,please contactthedistributor.

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Unpacking the Carton
1.Cut off the packing tapeof the shippingcontainerwithscissors,placeit on a flat surface with the shippingcontainer
facingupward,and checkwhether the seal onits top surfaceis intact.
2.Usea papercutter to cut the containeropen.Note: The foam blocks mayvary withthe products.
3.Take out the accessorykit and checkthat there are no accessoriesmissing from the accessorykit. Note: The
accessories mayvary withthe products.
4.Stand the switchuprightwith the foam blockfacingupward.
5.Remove the foam block.
6.Carry the switchwithboth hands to the shippingcontainerofanotherproductandremove the foam blockat the other
side of the switch.
7.Cut the tape on the ESD bag, removethe switchfrom the ESD bagwith both hands andplaceit onthe ESD
workbench.
8.Press the powermodule inward to ensure that the powermodule is fullyseated intothe system.

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3 Installing the Switch
The switchmustbeinstalled indoors.
Make sure that requirements in Chapter2 are all met.
3.1 Installation Procedure

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Prepare for installationPrepare for installation
Install the rack
Mount the switch into the rack
Ground the switch
Turn on the power
Install the modules
Connect the cables
Bundle the cables
Verify the installation
End
3.2 BeforeYouBegin
Confirm the following before installation:

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The installation siteprovides sufficientspaceforheatdissipation.
The installation sitemeets thetemperature and humidityrequirements oftheswitch.
The powersupplyandrequiredcurrent are availablein the installationsite.
The Ethernet cables havebeendeployedin the installationsite.
3.3 Mountingthe Cabinet
Precautions
When mounting thecabinet,please notethefollowings:
All expansionbolts for fasteningthe cabinetbase to the ground shouldbe installed andtightenedinsequence from
bottom to up (large flat washer, spring washer, and nut),and the installation holes on the base and the expansion
bolts are aligned.
The installed cabinetis notmovable after installation.
The installedcabinetis verticalto the ground.
When multiple cabinets are placed side by side in the equipment room, they should be aligned with each other,
leaving an error less than 5mm (0.20in.).
The front and rear doors of the cabinet should be installed to allow you open and close them smoothly. The locks
shouldworknormally,andall keys shouldbe complete.
There shouldbe no unnecessaryand informal labelsinsidethecabinetandonservice modules.
Fillerpanels areinstalled inthe emptyslots.
The screws in thecabinetshouldbe fastenedtightlyand be of the samemodel.
The switchis securelyinstalled,andthescrews on thepanelshouldbe fastenedtightly.
All wiring outlets at the top and bottom of the cabinetshouldbe installed withrodent-resistantnets withopenings of
no more than15 mm (0.59in.) in diametertoprevent rodents andother smallanimals from enteringthe cabinet.
An anti-static wriststrap should be provided in the cabinet.
Installation Steps
1. Plan the available space before installing the cabinet. Maintain a clearance before the front and back doors for
maintenanceand operation.
2. Install and fasten the cabinetin the specifiedsiteas planned.
3. Install the cable troughs and cables.
4. Install the trays and cable managementbrackets onthe rack accordingto the numberof switches installed intothe
cabinet.
3.4 MountingtheSwitch
Precautions

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Before installing theswitchin acabinet,pleasecheckwhethertheracks are properlypositioned.Ifthe racks are too close
to the front doorof the cabinet,you maynot be ableto closethe front doorafter pluggingin theEthernet andfiber cables.
The front panel of the switchshouldbe at least10 mm (0.39 in.) awayfrom the front door of the cabinet.Pleaseconfirm
the following before installingtheswitch:
The cabinetis secured.
The modules inthe cabinetareinstalled.
There are no obstructions in and around thecabinet.
The switchis prepared and transported toa locationclosetothe cabinet.
3.4.1 Mounting the Brackets
1. Take out the two L-shapedbrackets andeightM4 x 8 mm screws from thepackingmaterials.
2. Attach a bracket to each side of the switchandsecure thebrackets withthe provided screws.
Figure3-1 Mounting the Brackets
3.4.2 Mounting the Switch in a Rack
The switchcan be installed inastandard 19-inch four-postEIArack. Mount the switchin the rack with the front panel
facingforward. You are advised to useatray to install the switch andsecurethe tray onthe rack, or usethe rack-mount
guides tosecure theswitch.
Figure3-2 Mounting the Switch ina Rack