VES-1000 Series Ethernet Switch
Hardware Installation 2-1
This chapter shows you how to install the VES-1000 Series switch in a free-standing, rack-mounted or
wall mounted scenario
2.1 Operating Environment
The following is the recommended environment for both the VES-1008 and VES-1012 Ethernet switch.
Operating Environment
• Temperature: 0ºC — 50ºC
• Humidity: 5% — 95%
Storage Environment
• Temperature: -25ºC — 70ºC
• Humidity: 5% — 95%
Refer also to the Hardware Specification Appendix.
2.2 Installing the VES-1008
2.2.1 Free-standing
Position the VES-1008 on a flat surface. Make certain that the unit has adequate ventilation.
2.2.2 Rack-mounted
Please note that rack-mounted is optional for the VES-1008. As a result, rack-mounted accessories are not
supplied.
• Two mounting brackets (optional).
• Eight M3 flat head screws (optional) and a #2 Philips screwdriver.
• Four M5 flat head screws and a #2 Philips screwdriver.
Before you proceed with mounting the VES-1000 Series switch in a rack, please take note of the following
precautions:
Precautions:
• Make sure the rack will safely support the combined weight of all the equipment it contains.
Chapter 2
Hardware
Installation
