Dell PowerConnect 28xx Systems User Guide 31Installing on a WallTo mount the device on a wall:1 Ensure that the mounting location meets the following requirements:• The surface of the wall must be capable of supporting the device.• Allow at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) space on the sides for proper ventilation and 5 inches (12.7 cm) atthe back for power cable clearance.• The location must not be exposed to direct sunlight.• The location must be at least 2 feet (61 cm) away from any heating vents, and no area-heatingvent should point towards the device.• The location must be ventilated to prevent heat buildup.• Do not locate the device near any data or electrical cabling.• The power cable must be able to reach an outlet.2 Place the supplied wall-mounting bracket on one side of the device, ensuring that the mounting holeson the device line up to the mounting holes on the rack-mounting bracket. The following figureillustrates where to mount the brackets.Figure 3-2. Bracket Installation for Wall Mounting3 Insert the supplied screws into the rack-mounting holes and tighten with a screwdriver.4 Repeat the process for the wall-mounting bracket on the other side of the device.5 Place the device on the wall in the location where the device is being installed.
