this chapter describes how to install a procurve switch 8100fl. the illustrations in this chapter show the 8-slot switch 8108fl—unless otherwise indicated, the same procedures apply to both the switch 8108fl and the 16-slot switch 8116fl.

    to avoid possible personal injury, be careful when lifting the chassis out of the shipping box. the switch 8108fl chassis weighs approximately 130lbs as shipped and 94 lbs when empty; the switch 8116fl chassis weighs over 200lbs as shipped and 137 lbs when empty.for additional safety considerations when handling this product.