19-Inch Rack Mounting
The device is designed to be mounted in a standard 19-inch rack. This is done by placing it on a shelf (not supplied) in a 19-inch rack and then securing it to the rack's posts, using the front-mounting brackets (supplied).
A fully populated chassis weighs up to 11.5 kg (25.3 lbs.). The 19-inch rack cabinet must be able to withstand this weight.
Lifting and placing the chassis in the rack is a two-person job.
Rack Mount Safety Instructions: When installing the chassis in a rack, adhere the following safety instructions:
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Elevated Operating Temperature: If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Ta) of 40°C (104°F). |
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Reduced Air Flow: Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation on the equipment is not compromised. |
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Mechanical Loading: Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading. |
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Circuit Overloading: Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on over-current protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern. |
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Reliable Earthing: Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g., use of power strips.) |
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To mount the device in a 19-inch rack: |
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In the 19-inch rack, install a shelf (not supplied) on which you will later place the chassis. |
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Attach the two front-mounting brackets (supplied) to both sides of the chassis, as shown in the following figure. Each bracket is secured to the chassis using 9 screws (supplied). |
Attaching Mounting Brackets to Chassis
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Place the chassis onto the shelf that you installed in the 19-inch rack (see Step 1). |
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Align the holes of the chassis' mounting brackets with the holes of the rack posts, as shown in the following figure. Secure the mounting brackets to the rack posts, using 19-inch rack bolts (not supplied). Each mounting bracket is secured to the rack using two bolts. |
Holes of Front-Mounting Brackets Flush and Aligned with Front Rack Posts
Make sure that the left and right mounting brackets are attached to the rack posts at the same level so that the chassis is supported in a horizontal position.