RMC-8356 Installation Guide
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Installation
Follow these steps to connect devices to the RMC-8356:
1.
Connect a keyboard and mouse to the appropriate connectors on the RMC-8356 rear panel.
2.
Connect the DisplayPort or DVI monitor video cable to the corresponding DisplayPort or
DVI connector on the rear panel.
3.
Connect the USB and serial devices as necessary to the RMC-8356 front and rear panel
ports.
Caution
To minimize shock hazard, make sure the electrical power outlet you use
to power the RMC-8356 has an appropriate earth safety ground. Refer to the
section for more information.
4.
Connect the AC power cable to the AC inlet on the rear panel and to an AC power outlet.
For more information, refer to the
section.
5.
Power on the RMC-8356.
6.
Verify that the RMC-8356 boots. If it does not boot, refer to the
What if the RMC-8356 does
not boot?
section of Chapter 5,
Troubleshooting
, in the
RMC-8356 User Manual
.
Connecting Safety Ground
The RMC-8356 is designed with a three-position NEMA 5-15 style plug for the U.S. that
connects the ground line to the chassis ground. To minimize shock hazard, make sure the
electrical power outlet you use to power the chassis has an appropriate earth safety ground.
Connecting to Power Source
Attach input power through the rear AC inlet using the appropriate AC power cable supplied.
Caution
Overloading the circuits may damage supply wiring. Do not exceed the
ratings on the equipment nameplate when connecting equipment to the supply circuit.
Caution
To completely remove power, you
must
disconnect the AC power cable.
The power switch allows you to power on the chassis or place it in standby mode. Push the power
switch to the On position (if not already on). Observe that all fans become operational and the
power indicator is lit.
