D-Link DGS-1016D Manuel page 20

‧ 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.
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:
Step 1: Verify if the system power is off.
Step 2: Use the ground cable to place the #8 terminal lug ring on
top of the ground-screw opening, as seen in the figure below.
Step 3: Insert the ground screw into the ground-screw opening.
Step 4: Using a screwdriver, tighten the ground screw to secure the
ground cable to the switch.
Step 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.
Step 6: Verify if the connections at the ground connector on the
switch and the rack are securely attached.
Commercially available 6
11
AWG wire is