Arista 7500 Series, Quick Start Manual

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Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch
3.1.2 Inserting the Switch into the Rack
Step 1 Move the chassis to the rack using a mechanical lift ( Figure 3 ).
If modules are inserted in the chassis, use the lift carefully to avoid damaging any components.
Step 2 Lift the chassis into the rack. Position the flanges against the rack posts ( Figure 3 ).
Step 3 Select mounting screws that fit your equipment rack.
A minimum of four screws is required on each side of the chassis. The accessory kit provides
screws that fit many common equipment racks. When installing the switch into a rack with
unthreaded post holes, nuts are also required to secure the switch to the rack posts.
Step 4 Attach the bracket flanges to the rack posts ( Figure 4 ). Space the screws evenly along the flange.
After completing the two-post installation, proceed to Chapter 4 .
3.2 Four-Post Rack Mount
The switch is mounted onto a four-post rack by assembling a shelf into the rack, then placing the switch
on the shelf.
Figure 3: Lifting the Switch Chassis into the Two Post Rack
Figure 4: Attaching Flanges to the Rack Post