INSTALLING THE EZ SWITCH 1000
The EZ Switch 1000 can be placed on a desktop or shelf, or installed in a standard 19-in equipment
rack.
Equipment Checklist
After unpacking the EZ Switch 1000, check the contents of the box to be sure you’ve received the
following components:
l EZ Switch 1000 SMC8504T
l Appropriate AC power cable
l RS 232 console port cable
l Rack mount bracket set
l SMC Warranty Registration Card
l This User Guide
Selecting a Site
Be sure to follow the site selection guidelines below when choosing a location:
u Select a suitable location for the switch:
l It should be accessible for installing, cabling and maintaining the switch
l The temperature and humidity should be within the ranges listed in the specifications.
l The status LEDs should be clearly visible.
l There should be adequate space (approximately two inches) on all sides for proper air flow.
u Before rack mounting the switch, pay particular attention to the following factors:
l Temperature: Since the temperature within a rack assembly may be
higher than the ambient room temperature, check that the rackenvironment temperature is within the specified operating temperature
range.
l Mechanical Loading: Do not place any equipment on top of a rack-mounted switch.
l Circuit Overloading: Be sure that the supply circuit to the rack assembly is not overloaded.
l Grounding: Rack-mounted equipment should be properly grounded. Particular attention
should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the mains.
u Make sure twisted-pair cable is always routed away from power lines, fluorescent lighting
fixtures and other sources of electrical interference such as radio, transmitters, etc.
u Make sure that a properly grounded power outlet is within 8 feet (2.44 meters) of the switch
and is powered from an independent circuit breaker. As with any equipment, using a filter or
surge suppressor is recommended.
Instructions
1. Positioning the Switch: For desktop or shelf mounting, attach the four adhesive foot pads to
the bottom of the switch. For rack-mounting, attach the mounting brackets to both sides of the
switch with the screws provided, then install the switch in the rack.