May 2007
Installing the Hardware
11
Optional Rack-Mounting Hardware
All OmniSwitch 9000 Series switches are shipped with inte-
gral front rack-mount flanges. These flanges support standard
19” rack mount installations. If you have non-standard rack-
mount requirements, Alcatel-Lucent offers optional hardware
for the following applications:
•
23” rack installations
•
Side-mount hardware for additional support
For information on this optional rack mounting hardware,
contact your Alcatel-Lucent representative.
Standalone
The OmniSwitch 9000 Series switches can be installed
unmounted as a standalone unit. Be sure that the installation
location is a stable, flat surface that can accommodate the
fully-populated
weight of all switches being installed. For
detailed information on weight considerations, refer to
“Weight Considerations” on page 4
.
Note.
OmniSwitch 9000 Series switches must be installed
“right side up”. Never attempt to operate a switch while it
is lying on its side.
To install the switch as a standalone unit, follow the steps
below:
1
Use two or more people to move and position the
unpopulated chassis upright on the floor or bench where it
is to be installed.
2
Be sure that adequate clearance has been provided for
chassis airflow and that you have placed the chassis within
reach of all required electrical outlets. For recommended
airflow allowances, refer to
page 7
. For environmental and
electrical requirements, refer to
page 3
.
Installing Power Supplies
Next, re-install the power supplies in the chassis power supply
bays by following the steps below:
1
First, be sure that you do not install the power supply
upside down. While orienting the power supply, note that
the on/off switch and power cord socket are located at the
bottom
of the power supply and the fan is located at the
top
of the power supply.
2
With one hand, grasp the handle at the front of the
power supply. Place your other hand under the power
supply casing to support its weight.