Dell Force10 S25-01-GE-24P Installing the S25P System - Page 19

Installing the Switch on a Tabletop The S25P can be positioned on a stable tabletop. Four rubber standoffs are provided for that purpose in the plastic bag in the switch shipping box. Keep the following in mind when using a tabletop for your S25P: • Ensure that your tabletop is stable and can handle the weight of the S25P or a stack of switches, if that is the case, along with any added external power supplies. • Position the table for proper ventilation and easy access to separate power outlets for each device. Installing the Switch in a Rack or Cabinet The S25P provides three rack-mounting methods: • Two-Post Rack Mounting • Four-Post Rack-mounting with Threaded Rails • Four-Post Rack-mounting with Cage Nuts Two-Post Rack Mounting The S25P is shipped with the universal front-mounting brackets (rack ears) attached. Ensure that there is adequate clearance surrounding the rack to permit access and airflow. If you are installing two S25P switches side-by-side, position the two chassis at least 5 inches (12.7 cm) apart to permit proper airflow. Position the chassis in the rack. Secure the chassis with two of the supplied screws through each bracket and onto the rack post. Figure 6 S25P Two-post (Front-mounted) Rack-mounting Stack ID AC1 XFP25 XFP26 AACla2rm 27 P28 S25-01-GE-24P Installing the S25P System 19