Table 27: Site Preparation Checklist (continued)DatePerformed ByFor More InformationItem or TaskRack or Cabinet“Rack Requirements for a J-EX8208Switch” on page 63“Cabinet Requirements andSpecifications for a J-EX8208Switch” on page 66Select the type of rack or cabinet and verify thatit meets the minimum requirements for theinstallation of the switch.“Clearance Requirements for Airflowand Hardware Maintenance for aJ-EX8208 Switch” on page 67Plan rack or cabinet location, ensuring therequired space clearances.“Rack Requirements for a J-EX8208Switch” on page 63“Cabinet Requirements andSpecifications for a J-EX8208Switch” on page 66Secure the rack or cabinet to the floor andbuilding structure.CablesPlan the cable routing and management.Acquire cables and connectors:• Determine the number of cables neededbased on your planned configuration.• Ensure that the distance between hardwarecomponents to be connected allows forcable lengths to be within the specifiedmaximum limits.RelatedDocumentationGeneral Safety Guidelines and Warnings for J-EX Series Switches on page 207•• Mounting a J-EX8208 Switch on a Rack or Cabinet on page 101General Site Guidelines for J-EX Series SwitchesEfficient switch operation requires proper site planning and maintenance and properlayout of the equipment, rack or cabinet (if used), and wiring closet.To plan and create an acceptable operating environment for your J-EX Series switch andprevent environmentally caused equipment failures:• Keep the area around the chassis free from dust and conductive material, such asmetal flakes.• Follow prescribed airflow guidelines to ensure that the cooling system functions properlyand that exhaust from other equipment does not blow into the intake vents of theswitch.58Dell PowerConnect J-Series J-EX8208 Ethernet Switch Hardware Guide
