IBM NetBAY25, Planning Manual

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IBM NetBAY Rack: Planning Guide
Using the cage-nut-insertion tool
Use the following procedure to install a cage nut with the cage-nut-insertion tool:
Figure 15. Installing cage nuts with the cage-nut-insertion tool
1. Determine the hole in which you want to install the cage nut.
2. From the inside of the rack mounting flange, insert one edge of the cage nut into
the hole.
3. Push the tool through the hole and hook the other edge of the cage nut.
4. Pull the tool and the cage nut back through the hole to complete the installation of
the cage nut.
Using a flat-blade screwdriver
Use the following procedure to install a cage nut with a flat-blade screwdriver:
Figure 16. Installing cage nuts with a flat-blade screwdriver
1. Determine the hole in which you want to install the cage nut.
2. Hold the cage nut in one hand and compress the cage-nut clip with a flat-blade
screwdriver.
3. With the clip compressed, push the edge of the cage nut fully into the hole from
the inside of the rack mounting flange.
4. Release the screwdriver pressure on the clip to lock the cage nut into place.
Cage nut
Cage-nut-insertion tool
Rack mounting
flange