Dell PowerConnect 5524 Getting Started Guide

Dell PowerConnect

RPS720, MPS600, MPS1000,

and MPS 1U Shelf

Getting Started

With Your System

Regulatory Model PowerConnect RPS720, MPS600, and MPS1000

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

NOTE:

A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of

your computer.

CAUTION:

instructions are not followed.

WARNING:

injury, or death.

A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if

A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal

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Regulatory Model PowerConnect RPS720, MPS600, and MPS1000

November 2010 P/N KPCT8 Rev. A00

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Features

Dell PowerConnect RPS720

Figure 1-1. Front Panel Indicators-PowerConnect RPS720

• Supports up to four PowerConnect switches through 12 V DC output

• Dedicated 180 W power supply for up to four connected switches

• Front panel LEDs display status of individual power supplies

• 1U, 19-inch rack mountable system

NOTE:

The PowerConnect RPS720 redundant power bank provides four external redundant power supplies for your PowerConnect switches, eliminating the power supply as a single point of failure.

Dell PowerConnect MPS600

Figure 1-2. Front Panel Indicators-PowerConnect MPS600

• Supports one PowerConnect 55xxP (PoE) switch through 48 V DC output

• Dedicated 600 W power supply for one connected switch

• Front panel LEDs display status of the power supply

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• 1U, 19-inch rack mountable system with brackets

• Up to three MPS600 units in a MPS 1U Shelf (density–3per 1U, 19-inch rack)

Dell PowerConnect MPS1000

Figure 1-3. Front Panel Indicators–PowerConnect MPS1000

• Supports one PowerConnect 70xxP (PoE+) switch through 54 V DC output

• Dedicated 1000 W power supply for one connected switch

• Front panel LEDs display status of the power supply

• 1U, 19-inch rack mountable system with brackets

• Up to three MPS1000 units in a MPS 1U Shelf (density–3 per 1U, 19-inch rack)

Unpacking

Package Contents

Before you install the RPS720, MPS600, MPS1000, or MPS 1U Shelf, verify your package contents for:

• One of the following units: – RPS720—Redundant power bank (supports up to four switches)

– MPS600—Modular power supply 600 watts – MPS1000—Modular power supply 1000 watts – MPS 1U Shelf—Mechanical shelf holds up to three MPS600,

MPS1000, or a combination

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• Rack mounting kit

• AC power cord: – RPS720—Type C13 plug – MPS600—Type C13 plug – MPS1000—Type C15 plug (with notch)

• Switch DC power cords: – RPS720—14-pin DC power cords (4) – MPS600—16-pin DC power cord (1) – MPS1000—16-pin DC power cord (1)

Installation

WARNING:

instructions that came with the system.

CAUTION:

consult your PowerConnect Switch User's Guide to confirm that your switch supports the PowerConnect RPS720 redundant power bank or the MPS600/MPS1000 external power supply.

PowerConnect RPS720

Installing PowerConnect RPS720 on a Flat Surface

You can install the PowerConnect RPS720 on any appropriate level surface that can safely support the weight of the switches, the PowerConnect RPS720, and their attached cables. There must be adequate space around the PowerConnect RPS720 for ventilation and to access cable connectors.

Before performing the following procedure, review the safety

Before you install the PowerConnect RPS720, MPS600, or MPS1000,

CAUTION:

and 5 inches (12.7 cm) at the back for power cord clearance.

Set the RPS720 on a flat surface and check for proper ventilation.

Attach rubber feet (optional) on each marked location at the bottom of

Allow at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) on each side for proper ventilation

the chassis.

NOTE:

Although optional, rubber feet are recommended to keep the unit

from slipping.

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