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Contents
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats, and Scope ................................................................................... ix
How to Use This Manual ................................................................................................... x
How to Print this Manual.................................................................................................... x
Revision History................................................................................................................ xi
Chapter 1.
Introduction
WFS709TP ProSafe Smart Wireless Switch Overview ..................................................1-1
Front and Rear View .......................................................................................................1-2
System Indicator LEDs .............................................................................................1-2
Fast Ethernet Ports ..................................................................................................1-3
GE Uplink Port .........................................................................................................1-5
Serial Console Port ..................................................................................................1-5
Fans/Heat Exhaust ...................................................................................................1-6
Rack Mounting Brackets ..........................................................................................1-6
Power Input Socket ..................................................................................................1-6
Task Overview ................................................................................................................1-6
NETGEAR Smart Wireless Components .................................................................1-6
Deployment Summary ..............................................................................................1-7
Chapter 2.
Installing the Chassis
Pre-Installation Checklist ................................................................................................2-1
Precautions .....................................................................................................................2-2
Requirements .................................................................................................................2-3
Mounting the Chassis .....................................................................................................2-4
Connecting Power ..........................................................................................................2-6
Verifying the Installation ..................................................................................................2-7
