Arista 750 Series, Quick Start Manual

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12 Quick Start Guide: 750 Series Modular Switches
Two-post Rack Mount Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch
3.1.2.1 Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Chassis
Step 1 Attach the mounting brackets to both sides of the chassis using the screws provided in the kit
for the desired orientation and position.
Figure 3-5 shows the 758 chassis with the mounting
brackets for Forward-Front, Forward-Center, and Backward-Front mounting.
Figure 3-5: Attaching the mounting brackets for 758
3.1.2.2 Attaching Cradle to the Racks
Step 1 Attach the 2-post cradle to the rack using the screws provided ( Figure 3-6 ). Use rack nuts if
needed.
Figure 3-6: Attaching the cradle to the rack
3.1.2.3 Inserting and securing Chassis into Rack
Step 1 Move the chassis to the rack using a mechanical lift.
Note If modules are inserted in the chassis, use the lift carefully to avoid damaging any components.
Step 2 Lift and slide the chassis into the rack cradle in the desired orientation ( Figure 3-3 ).
Note Figure 3-3 shows an unthreaded rack example with rack nuts.