[nsp] 6506 cooling

[Arnold Nipper]

On 25.04.2004 04:47 Sean Mathias wrote:

> Can't say that I have tried that.  Depending on the wattage and number
> of power supplies, it will vary.  You probably have 2-4 inches clearance
> on either side.  If you can put it towards the top of the cabinet and
> the cabinet has some good extractor fans in the top (as most good
> cabinets do), you should be OK.  You will know soon enough!  These
> switches are pretty good about complaining when they get too hot.
> 

Wouldn't you put the switch rather towards the bottom ss the temperature
of the input airflow would be lower?

We've run 6509s (2xsup II, 2 PSU, 5 modules) in racks with side panels
and never had heat problems.



Arnold