Chapter 2
Installing the Device
RUGGEDCOM RX5000
Installation Guide
8
Mounting the Device
Section 2.4
Mounting the Device
The RUGGEDCOM RX5000 is designed for maximum mounting and display flexibility. It can be equipped with
adapters that allow it to be installed in a 48 cm (19 in) rack or directly on a panel.
IMPORTANT!
Heat generated by the device is channeled outwards to the enclosure. As such, it is recommended that
2.5 cm (1 in) of space be maintained on all open sides of the device to allow for some convectional
airflow.
Forced airflow is not required. However, any increase in airflow will result in a reduction of ambient
temperature and improve the long-term reliability of all equipment mounted in the rack space.
NOTE
For detailed dimensions of the device with mounting hardware installed, refer to
Chapter 5, Dimension
Drawings
.
CONTENTS
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Section 2.4.1, “Mounting the Device to a Rack”
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Section 2.4.2, “Mounting the Device to a Panel”
Section 2.4.1
Mounting the Device to a Rack
For installations, the RUGGEDCOM RX5000 can be equipped with adapters pre-installed at the front or rear of
the chassis. Additional adapters are provided to further secure the device in high-vibration or seismically active
locations.
To secure the device to a standard 48 cm (19 in) rack, do the following:
1. Make sure the adapters are installed on the correct side of the chassis.
• To make the modules and ports accessible, install the adapters at the rear of the chassis
• To make the management ports and LEDs accessible, install the adapters at the front of the chassis
NOTE
The chassis features multiple mounting holes, allowing the adapters to be installed up to 25 mm
(1 in) from the face of the device.