Mounting The Device - Dell PowerConnect 35 Serie Guide De Mise En Route

Unpacking
Package Contents
While unpacking the device, ensure that the following items are included:
• Device/Switch
• AC power cable
• RS-232 crossover cable
• Self-adhesive rubber pads
• Rack-mount kit for rack installation or wall mounting kit
• Documentation CD
• Product Information Guide
Unpacking the Device
NOTE:
Before unpacking the device, inspect the package and immediately report any evidence of damage.
1 Place the box on a clean flat surface.
2 Open the box or remove the box top.
3 Carefully remove the device from the box and place it on a secure and clean surface.
4 Remove all packing material.
5 Inspect the device and accessories for damage. Report any damage immediately.

Mounting the Device

The following mounting instructions apply to the PowerConnect 3500 Series switches. The Console port
is on the back panel. The power connectors are positioned on the back panel. Connecting a Redundant
Power Supply (RPS) or Extended Power Supply (EPS) is optional, but recommended. The RPS or EPS
connector is on the back panel of the devices.
Installing in a Rack
CAUTION:
Read the safety information in the Product information Guide as well as the safety information for
other devices that connect to or support the switch.
CAUTION:
Disconnect all cables from the unit before mounting the device in a rack or cabinet.
CAUTION:
When mounting multiple devices into a rack, mount the devices from the bottom up.
1 Place the supplied rack-mounting bracket on one side of the device, ensuring that the mounting holes
on the device line up to the mounting holes on the rack-mounting bracket.
The following figure illustrates where to mount the brackets.
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Installation