IBM SAN512B-6, Installation, Service And User Manual

Page: 41 / 286

Chapter 3. Mounting the Device
This chapter provides the following information:
v “Mounting options”
v “Mounting precautions”
v “Unpacking and transporting the device” on page 19
v “Port-side slot numbering” on page 5
v “Installing the 14U Rack Mount Kit for Four-Post Racks” on page 20
v “Installing the 14U Chassis Mid-Mount Rack Kit for Two-Post Racks” on page 28
v “Removing the protective cover” on page 34
Mounting options
You can mount the device in the following locations:
v In a four-post 19 in. (48.3 cm) EIA rack:
– Use the 14U rack mount kit for four-post racks (XBR-DCX-0120), which
contains shelf brackets that telescope from 27 in. (68.58 cm) to 31 in. (78.74
cm) to fit the majority of racks.
– Use the 14U rack mount kit for four-post racks (XBR-DCX-0152), which
contains 22 in. (55.88 cm) fixed shelf brackets designed for specific racks.
– Refer to “Installing the 14U Rack Mount Kit for Four-Post Racks” on page 20
for instructions.
v In a two-post Telco rack:
– Use the 14U mid-mount rack kit for two-post racks (XBR-DCX-0121).
– Refer to “Installing the 14U Chassis Mid-Mount Rack Kit for Two-Post Racks”
on page 28 for instructions .
Note: Review the “Mounting precautions” before mounting the device and ensure
that all “Facility requirements” on page 10 are met.
Mounting precautions
The following precautions specifically apply to mounting the device.
18-32 kg (39.7-70.5 lbs)
svc00167
CAUTION:
Do not use the port cover tabs to lift the module. They are not
designed to support the weight of the module, which can fall and be
damaged.
DANGER
Make sure the airflow around the front, sides, and back of the
device is not restricted.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2017
17