Extreme Networks EN-SLX-9030-48S-4C, Hardware Installation Manual

Page: 25 / 114

Mounting the Device
• Mounting options...............................................................................................................................................................................................25
• Mounting precautions...................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
• Standalone installation.....................................................................................................................................................................................26
• Installing the device in a rack........................................................................................................................................................................ 26
• Four-post rack mount kit installation (XBR-R000297)....................................................................................................................27
• Installing the Universal Two-Post Rack Kit (XEN-R000294)........................................................................................................ 31
• Installing the Universal Four-Post Rack Kit (XEN-R000296)........................................................................................................41
Mounting options
You can install the device in several ways:
• As a standalone unit on a flat surface, for example a desk top. Use the rubber feet included with the shipment to secure the
device on the surface. No other equipment is required for desktop installation.
• In a four-post EIA rack using the flush-mount rack kit (XBR-R000297) included with the switch. The rack kit can be used to
install devices in EIA racks that are between 46 cm and 79 cm (18 to 31 in.) deep.
• In a two-post Telco rack using the Universal Two-Post Rack Kit (XEN-R000294).. The two-post rack kit supports various
mounting positions.
• In a four-post EIA rack using the Universal Four-Post Rack Kit (XEN-R000296). The rack kit can be used to install devices in
EIA racks that are between L-13.7 to 81.28 cm deep (L-5.0 to 32.0 in.), where L is the chassis depth.
NOTE
Review the Safety precautions on page 19 before mounting the device.
NOTE
These rack mount kits are supported for this device at the date of this publication. For the latest support information, contact
your Extreme Networks representative.
Mounting precautions
The following precautions specifically apply to mounting the device.
DANGER
Use safe lifting practices when moving the product.
DANGER
Make sure the rack housing the device is adequately secured to prevent it from becoming unstable or falling over.
CAUTION
Make sure the airflow around the front, and back of the device is not
restricted.
CAUTION
Never leave tools inside the chassis.
ExtremeSwitching SLX 9030 Hardware Installation Guide
9035691-02 Rev AD 25