Chassis and Power Supplies
Mounting the Switch
OmniSwitch 7700/7800 Hardware Users Guide
April 2005
page 2-11
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Once the screws at the bottom of each flange are secure, install the remaining screws. Be sure that all
screws are securely tightened.
Optional Rack-Mounting Hardware
All OmniSwitch 7700/7800 switches are shipped with integral front rack-mount flanges. These flanges
support standard 19-inch rack mount installations. If you have non-standard rack-mount requirements,
Alcatel offers optional hardware for the following applications:
•
23-inch rack installations
•
Side-mount hardware for additional support
For information on this optional rack mounting hardware, contact your Alcatel representative.
Standalone
The OmniSwitch 7700/7800 can be installed unmounted as a standalone unit. Be sure that the installation
location is a stable, flat surface that can accommodate the
fully-populated
weight of all switches being
installed. One fully-populated OmniSwitch 7700 weighs approximately 128 pounds (58 kilograms); a
fully-populated OmniSwitch 7800 weighs approximately 188 pounds (85 kilograms).
Note.
OmniSwitch 7700/7800 switches must be installed “right side up.” Never attempt to operate a
switch while it is lying on its side.
To install the switch as a standalone unit, follow the steps below:
1
Use two or more people to move and position the unpopulated chassis upright on the floor or bench
where it is to be installed.
2
Be sure that adequate clearance has been provided for chassis airflow and that you have placed the
chassis within reach of all required AC outlets. For recommended airflow allowances, refer to
Note.
For detailed information on installing additional components and connecting the switch, refer to the
OmniSwitch 7700/7800 Getting Started Guide
.
