D-Link DES-1018MP Guía De Instalación Rápida página 4

2. Use the screws provided with the
equipment rack to mount the device in the
rack as shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4. Mount into the Rack
3. Position and apply the supplied rubber feet
to the underside of the DES-1018MP.
Figure 5. Attach the Rubber Feet
Step 3 – Grounding the Switch
This section describes how to connect the
Switch to ground. You must complete this
procedure before powering on your Switch.
Required Tools and Equipment
• Grounding screws (included in the
accessory kit): One M4 x 6 mm (metric)
pan-head screw
• Grounding cable (not included in the
accessory kit): The grounding cable should
be sized according to local and national
installation requirements. Depending on
the power supply and system, a 12 to 6
AWG copper conductor is required for
installation. Commercially available 6
AWG wire is recommended. The length of
the cable depends on the proximity of the
Switch to proper grounding facilities.
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• A screwdriver (not included in the accessory
kit)
You can connect the Switch to a protective
ground by following the steps below:
1. Verify if the system power is off.
2. Use the grounding cable to place the #8
terminal lug ring on top of the grounding
screw opening.
3. Insert the grounding screw into the
grounding screw opening.
4. Using a screwdriver, tighten the grounding
screw to secure the grounding cable to the
Switch.
5. Attach the terminal lug ring at the other end
of the grounding cable to an appropriate
grounding stud or bolt on rack where the
Switch is installed.
6. Verify if the connections at the ground
connector on the Switch and the rack are
securely attached.
Figure 6. Connect a Grounding Cable
Step 4 – Install the Power Cord
Retainer
To prevent accidental removal of the power
cord, it is recommended to install the power
cord retainer together with the power cord.
1. With the rough side facing down, insert the
tie into the hole below the power socket as
shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7. Insert the Tie