4.2. Rack mounting and cooling
Rack mounting
The DS100 enclosure is designed to fit standard 19" equipment
racks or cabinets.
When specifying a rack, be sure to allow extra depth (150 mm /
6" is usually sufficient) to accommodate the cables and connectors
at the rear of the device.
When mounting the DS100 into a 19" rack, do not just rely on
fixing and supporting the device by its front panel using
appropriate rack mounting screws and U washers as shown in the
graphic opposite. Provide additional support ...
▪ by fixing the rear-mounted rack ears using appropriate rack
mounting screws and U washers as shown in the graphic
opposite.
This is particularly important when the device is racked up for
touring purposes.
▪ or using shelves fixed to the inner sides of the cabinet or rack.
Cooling
Thermal conditions are a vital factor to ensure operational safety of
the device. The DS100 is equipped with three internal fans that
draw cool air from the front into the housing and channel the warm
air towards the back of the device.
▪ Please ensure that adequate cool airflow is provided.
▪ Do not block or cover the front panel air intake or the vents on
the rear panel.
▪ If the DS100 is installed in sealed cabinets (e.g. in fixed
installations), use additional fan modules with filters that can be
easily replaced without opening the sealed cabinets.
▪ Do not rack up the DS100 together with other devices
producing additional heat with opposing airflows.
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