Installing the Switch in the Rack
Rev 1.4
Mellanox Technologies
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Installing the Switch in the Rack
1.1
Minimum and Maximum Rack Depth for these Switches.
This switch can be installed in any standard 19” rack with depths of 40cm to 80cm.
Make sure that the Installation kit you have is compatible with your rack.
To use the SwitchX series switch in a rack deeper than 60cm, order the switch with the standard
depth, or order the MSX60-SKIT installation kit. The both of these solutions will allow you to
install the switch in a 19” rack whose vertical supports are between 60cm and 80cm apart.
1.2
Rack Mounting
The switch platform can be rack mounted and is designed for installation in a standard 19” rack.
The power side of the switch includes a hot-swap power supply module, a blank cover for an
optional second PSU for redundancy, and a hot-swap fan tray. There are two possible air flow
directions. Be sure that the switch air flow direction is compatible with your system, rack, and
PSUs. The connector side of the switch has theQSFP ports, system LEDs, and management con-
nection ports.
The switch platform contains auto-sensing 100 - 240 VAC connections for all possible PSUs.
The installer should use a rack capable of supporting the mechanical and environmental character-
istics of a fully populated platform.
1.2.1 Installation Kits
There are two Installation kit options. One long and one short. Both the standard and the short
switches can be mounted using the long rail kit. The short kit will only work with the short switch.
See “Mellanox Part Numbering Legend” on page 7 for explanation of the switch depth according
to the Model numbers.
The rack mounting holes conform to the EIA-310 standard for 19-inch racks. Take pre-
cautions to guarantee proper ventilation in order to maintain good airflow at ambient
temperature. Cable routing in particular should not impede the air exhaust from the
chassis.
Table 3 - Installation Kit According to Rack Size
Kit OPN
Rack Size
MSX60-BKIT
40-60 cm
MSX60-SKIT
60-80 cm
