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Mid-Mount Rack Kit (Switch) Installation Procedure
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Ensure that an electrical branch circuit with the following characteristics is available:
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Required voltage and frequency as indicated in the hardware reference manual. (200-230 VAC is always
preferred)
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Protection by a circuit breaker in accordance with local electrical codes.
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Supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size that conform to the electrical rating on the switch nameplate.
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Grounded outlet compatible with the power cord and installed by a licensed electrician.
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Ensure that all equipment installed in the cabinet is grounded through a reliable branch circuit connection. Do
not rely on a secondary connection to a branch circuit, such as a power strip.
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Ensure that the cabinet is mechanically secured to ensure stability.
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Ensure that the air temperature at the fan inlet is less than 104
o
Fahrenheit (40
o
Celsius) during switch
operation.
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Ensure that the airflow available at the air vents meets the minimum requirements for the switch.
ATTENTION
Install the switch with the fan side facing the air-intake aisle. The chassis air intake is on the fan side and exhaust is
on the port side.
Tool requirements and parts list
The following items are required to install a switch using the mid-mount rack kit:
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Clamps or other means of temporarily supporting the switch in the cabinet.
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Phillips #2 screwdriver with torque capability.
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1/4 in. slotted-blade screwdriver with torque capability.
ATTENTION
Use the screws specified for use with the switch. Longer screws can damage the switch.
Ensure that the items listed in
are included in the kit.
TABLE 2
Parts list
Item
Description
Quantity
1
Bracket, front right
1
2
Bracket, front left
1
3
Screw, 8-32 x 5/16 in., panhead Phillips (torque to 15 in.-lbs, 17 cm-kgs)
12
4
Screw, 6-32 x 1/4 in., flathead Phillips (torque to 9 in.-lbs, 10 cm-kgs)
8
5
Screw, 10-32 x 5/8 in., panhead Phillips (torque to 25 in.-lbs, 29 cm-kgs)
8
6
Retainer nut, 10-32
8
