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Cisco SFS 7024 InfiniBand Server Switch Hardware Users Guide
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Chapter
Installation Tasks
The following is an overview of the installation tasks detailed in this section:
Step 1
If applicable, remove the doors of the rack.
Step 2
Mark the rack, allowing 14 U (24.50 inches) of vertical space to install the
SFS 7024
switch.
Step 3
Install the support rails.
Step 4
Rack mount the switch.
Step 5
If applicable, replace the rack’s doors.
Mounting Kit
The mounting kit hardware contains all of the necessary parts for installing and mounting the SFS 7024
switch into a rack. These kits are intended for use in cabinets with a depth ranging from 28 - 34 inches.
Note
If the rack is less than 28”, or more than 34” deep, instead of using the rails, a support shelf able to
support 175 lbs is required.
Mounting Hardware Kit Contents:
•
Kit Mounting Rails
containing:
–
One pair (left and right) of bottom support rail assemblies
–
One pair of top support rail assemblies
–
Four heyclips
•
Kit Mounting Hardware 3/8” Square Hole
containing:
–
Twenty-four 10/32” x 0.375” pan-head Phillips screws
–
Twenty caged nut adapters for square-holed racks
Mark the Rack
Allow 14U (24.50 inches) of vertical space to install the
SFS 7024
switch in the rack.
Step 1
Determine the location on the rack of the bottom of the switch.
Step 2
Mark the upper and lower mounting positions on the vertical rails on the front of the rack.
Step 3
Mark the upper and lower mounting positions on the vertical rails on the back of the rack.
Install the Rails in the Rack
Note
The front flange (chassis fan side) of the rail has 3 holes. The back flange of the rail (chassis leaf module
side) has two holes, which correspond to the bottom two holes on the front flange.
