Getting Started Guide 5InstallationThis document provides basic information to install, configure, and operate Dell™ PowerConnect™ PC6224,PC6248, PC6224P, PC6248P, and PC6224F systems. For more information, see the User's Guide, which isavailable on your User Documentation CD, or check the Dell Support web site at support.dell.com for the latestupdates on documentation and firmware.Site PreparationPowerConnect 6200 series switches can be mounted in a standard 48.26-cm (19-inch) rack or left freestanding(placed on a flat surface). These switches can function as stand-alone switches. They can also be installed as astack of switches that function, and are managed, as a single entity.Before installing the switch or switches, make sure that the chosen installation location meets the following siterequirements:• Power — The switch is installed near an easily accessible 100–250 VAC, 50–60 Hz outlet.• Clearance — There is adequate front and rear clearance for operator access. Allow clearance for cabling,power connections, and ventilation.• Cabling — The cabling is routed to avoid sources of electrical noise such as radio transmitters, broadcastamplifiers, power lines, and fluorescent lighting fixtures.• Ambient — The ambient switch operating temperature range is 0 to 45ºC (32 to 113ºF) at a relativehumidity of up to 95 percent, non-condensing.Unpacking the SwitchPackage ContentsWhen unpacking each switch, make sure that the following items are included:• One PowerConnect switch• One AC power cable• One RS-232 cable• One rack-mount kit for rack installation (two mounting brackets, bolts, and cage nuts)• One set of self-adhesive rubber pads for the free-standing switch (four pads are included)• User Documentation CD• Getting Started Guide• Product Information Guide
