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Slide rail mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a work space.
2.3 Installing the Rails
This section provides information on installing the chassis into a rack unit with the rails
provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean that the assembly
procedure differs slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with
the rack unit you are using.
These rails fit a rack between 26" and 33.5" deep.
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails
The chassis package includes a rail set includes the outer rail pieces that attach to the rack
Assembling the Outer Rails
Each outer rail comes in two sections that must be assembled before mounting onto the rack.
Assembling the Outer Rails
1. Identify the left and right outer rails by examining the ends, which bend outward. Match
the left front outer rail with the left rear outer rail and the same for the right rails.
2. Align the round post in the rear rail (B) with the round hole at the end of the slot in the
front rail (A), and slide the front section into the rear section.
Figure 2-1. Assembling the Outer Rails
Outer Rail Assembled
Secure to the
Front of the Rack
Secure to the
Rear of the Rack
Slide Outer
Rails Together
Assembling the Sections
of the Outer Rail
Round Hole
Bracket with
Square Pegs
A
B
