19-Inch Rack Mounting

The device can be installed in a standard 19-inch rack by implementing one of the following mounting methods:

■ Placing it on a pre-installed shelf in a 19-inch rack – see Using a Pre-Installed Rack Shelf
■ Attaching it directly to the rack’s frame using the device's mounting brackets (supplied) that need to be attached to the chassis – see Using Mounting Brackets

To ensure proper cooling and prevent over-heating of internal components:

● Do not place any equipment directly on top of the device.
● The side panels of the chassis, where the air vents are located, must remain unobstructed to ensure adequate airflow through the chassis. Make sure that clearance from the ventilation openings is at least 13 cm.
● Ensure that at least a 1U separation is maintained between the device and other mounted devices or equipment in the rack.

Rack Mount Safety Instructions: When installing the chassis in a rack, implement the following safety instructions:

● Elevated Operating Ambient 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 with maximum ambient temperature (Ta) of 40°C (104°F).
● 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.
● Mechanical Loading: Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
● 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.
● 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). For earthing the device, see Grounding and Surge Protection.