Chapter 3: Rack Mounting the Switch
Four-Post Rack Mount
Quick Start Guide: 7300 Series Modular Data Center Switches
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3.2
Four-Post Rack Mount
The switch is mounted onto a four-post rack by assembling a shelf into the rack, then attaching the
switch on the shelf. The four-post rack mount instructions include these sections:
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Section 3.2.1: Component Description
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Section 3.2.2: Component Placement
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Section 3.2.3: Switch Mounting Process
3.2.1
Component Description
The four-post mount accessory kit contains these components:
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1 Left Shelf and 1 Right Shelf (
)
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2 Mounting Ears (
Important!
Components are designed for tool-less installation in square-hole racks. To install the switch in round
hole or threaded hole racks, remove all rack plugs (described below) and attach all components with
nuts and bolts that fit the rack.
3.2.1.1
Shelves
The two shelves are almost identical, differing in that 1) they are mirror-images of each other, and 2)
the left shelf includes a stabilizer bar. Each shelf is a two-piece mechanism. The
base
includes the
surface upon which the switch is placed and is oriented towards the front of the rack. The
slide-end
adjusts the shelf’s length for fitting the shelf between front and rear posts of various size racks.
displays the inner view of the left shelf. Depending on the rack kit ordered, each shelf may
include latches to the locking mechanism that secures the shelf to the rack. If the locking mechanism
is not present, the kit shall be attached with appropriate screws (not included).
displays
latches that are closed; the insets display open latches The inner side of each shelf is oriented toward
the center of the rack.
Figure 3-3: Left Shelf – Inner View
displays the outside view of the right shelf, from where rack plugs and guide pins
that insert into rack posts are visible (Insets A and B). To install shelves into posts with threaded or
rounded holes, attach the shelves with bolts that fit the rack. Remove all plugs from the shelves if
present.
