Hardware Installation; Grounding The Switch - D-Link DES-1018MPV2 Guia Del Usuario

DES-1018MPV2 User Guide

Hardware Installation

This chapter provides installation information for the D-Link DES-1018MPV2.

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
‧ Ground screws (included in the accessory kit): One M4 x 6 mm (metric) pan-head screw
‧ Ground 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 U.S installation. Commercially available 6 AWG wire is recommended.
The length of the cable depends on the proximity of the Switch to proper grounding facilities.
‧ A screwdriver (not included in the accessory kit)
The following steps let you connect the switch to a protective ground:
1. Verify if the system power is off.
2. Use the ground cable to place the #8 terminal lug ring on top of the ground-screw opening.
3. Insert the ground screw into the ground-screw opening.
4. Using a screwdriver, tighten the ground screw to secure the ground 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 the rack where the Switch is being installed.
6. Verify if the connections at the ground connector on the Switch and the rack are securely attached.
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