IBM 1611-16E, Installation Manual

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DANGER
Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces.
(L002)
Attention: For earthquake stability, mount the switch in a 4-post rack.
To install the RackSwitch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, complete the
following steps:
1. Locate and record the product switch information to configure and register your
product and set aside. See “Before installing the RackSwitch” on page 13.
Note: If this switch is a replacement switch, copy the product information from
the original switch onto the RID label that is shipped with replacement
switch and affix the new label to the bottom of the new switch.
2. Use the M4 screws to attach a mounting bracket to each side of the switch.
Torque the screws to approximately 2.0 newton-meters (Nm) +/- 0.1 Nm (17.7
inch-pounds).
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3. Gently slide the switch into the rack.
4. Use the M6 screws, washers, and clip nuts (or cage nuts) to secure the switch
unit to the rack. Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm +/- 0.1 Nm (50
inch-pounds).
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IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8316, Type 8036 and Type 1611-16E: Installation Guide