Dell PowerConnect 8024 Guide De Mise En Route page 10

Connecting a Switch to a Power Supply
CAUTION:
information for other switches that connect to or support the switch.
The PowerConnect 8024 and 8024F switches have two power supplies for redundant or load-
sharing operation. Each power supply can support 300W. Figure 2 illustrates the location of the
two power receptacles on the rear panel.
1
Connect one of the supplied AC power cables to one of the AC power connectors located on
the rear panel.
2
To provide a redundant source of power, connect the second supplied AC power cable to the
other AC power connector located on the rear panel.
NOTE:
Do not connect the power cable to a grounded AC outlet at this time. Connect the switch to a
power source as described in the step detailed in "Starting and Configuring the Switch".
Figure 2. Connecting Power Cables
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