However when i received the switch i saw this blurb in the manual.
How to wall mount cisco switch.
The cisco documents give no guidance but the documentation for a similar hp switch states that when wall mounted the port side should point up toward the ceiling.
Only the 8 port models of the switch can be wall mounted.
It is recommended that the ap be mounted to a wall or solid ceiling using the mount cradle for physical security reasons.
Wall or ceiling mount your wap.
Mounting points or to reinforce the wall.
Verify that the surface is smooth flat dry and sturdy.
Insecure mounting might damage the device or cause injury.
Install the switch in a rack or on a desk a shelf or a wall as described in the installing the switch section.
For the best support of the switch and cables make sure the switch is attached securely to wall studs or to a firmly attached plywood mounting backboard.
Mounting on a wall.
Place mounting points at the studs in the wall.
Drop ceiling mount using mount cradle.
After a successful post disconnect the power cord from the switch.
Cisco switch mount rackmount physical environment.
Call cisco technical support representative if your switch fails post.
Mount the switch with the front panel facing up as shown in figure 2 12.
Due to lack of space i had to design a skinny longitudinal server cabinet and was planning on using this wallit box to wall mount a cisco sg300 28mp switch.
Requirements for the mounting hardware the mounting hardware screws and bolts used for wall mounting must be able to safely support the product.
We have had one switch mounted in this manner hence the cable layout but the switch died.
Cisco is not responsible for damages incurred by insecure wall or ceiling mounting.
Determine the exact spot where you want to mount the device.
Mounting the switch on a wall.
Mount the switch with the front panel facing down.
The screw dimension supported by the wall bracket is 5 mm 0 20 in.