Preparing for Installation
Warnings
These warnings are translated into several languages in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety
Information for the Catalyst 2960 Switch document that ships with the switch.
To prevent the switch from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum
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recommended ambient temperature of 113°F (45°C). To prevent airflow restriction, allow at least
3 inches (7.6 cm) of clearance around the ventilation openings. Statement 17B
Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings,
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necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can
cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals. Statement 43
Do not stack the chassis on any other equipment. If the chassis falls, it can cause severe bodily injury
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and equipment damage. Statement 48
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Ethernet cables must be shielded when used in a central office environment. Statement 171
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If a redundant power system (RPS) is not connected to the switch, install an RPS connector cover on
the back of the switch. Statement 265
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To comply with safety regulations, mount the switches on a wall with the front panel facing up.
Statement 266
This product must be connected to a power-over-ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af compliant power source
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or an IEC60950 compliant limited power source. Statement 353
Attach only the following Cisco RPS model to the RPS receptacle:
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PWR-RPS2300, PWR675-AC-RPS-N1=. Statement 370
Read the wall-mounting instructions carefully before beginning installation. Failure to use the
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correct hardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous situation to people
and damage to the system. Statement 378
Catalyst 2960 Switch Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter 2
Switch Installation (24- and 48-Port Switches)
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