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RDX 8000 User Guide
4. Product installation
4.1 General installation considerations
This section provides instructions for installing the RDX 8000.
4.1.1 Selecting a location
Select a location that meets the following criteria:
Criteria
Definition
Mounting orientation
Horizontal only-either sitting on a table top or mounted in a 19” equip-
ment rack via the included rack mount ears. The RDX 8000 weighs 15.7
lbs (7.1 kg) when fully populated with cartridges and must be placed on
or mounted in a system capable of supporting this weight.
Rack requirements
Standard EIA rack 2U space
Room temperature
Operating
Non-operating
+10° – +40° C, gradient 10°C/hour
- 30° – +60° C, gradient 20°C/hour
Power source
100-240 VAC input voltage
50-60 Hz line frequency
1.2-0.6 A
Locate the RDX 8000 within 6 ft. of an AC outlet.
The AC power cord is the RDX 8000 main AC disconnect device and must
be easily accessible at all times.
Air quality
Place the RDX 8000 in an area with minimal sources of particulate
generation. Excessive dust and debris can damage the system.
Avoid locating the unit in areas near frequently used doors and walk-
ways, smoke-filled rooms, or areas where it may easily be knocked over.
Humidity
Operating
Non-operating
20 – 80 % non-condensing
20 – 90 % non-condensing
For further information, see section
“1.1 Physical specification” on page 75
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