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2.0 Installa on
This chapter provides specific procedures for installing the Magnum DX940e, preparing for installa on, and
uninstalling the device.
2.1 Preparing for Installa on
The DX940e is designed to be installed in standard 19" racks, on a DIN-Rail system, or on a panel.
2.1.1 Tools
Regardless of the moun ng system you are using you will need the following tools:
Two screw drivers – one Phillips head and one slo ed.
A torque wrench (rated for ten and 32 inch pounds, or 1.1 Nm and 3.6 Nm)
A wrench to connect a ground wire from the device chassis to a ground.
The instruc ons in this manual cover only the physical installa on. System configura on is handled through a web-
based interface and is described in the MNS-DX Administrator’s Guide.
2.1.2 Site Suitability
Be sure that your installa on site meets the following criteria:
Conforms to the temperature and humidity ranges detailed in Table 1-2
Can meet the power requirements detailed in Table 1-4
Will remain stable a er the addi on of the 5 lb. DX940e
Permits at least two inches of space between the DX940e and any other heat producing device.
2.1.3 Wiring and Grounding Guidelines
The DX940e requires several different types of connectors, cables, and wires. Requirements and recommenda ons
are listed below:
Grounding:
The primary ground stud located on the rear of the chassis
must be used to connect to an approved ground with a wire
mee ng the following criteria:
14 AWG (minimum)
a maximum of five feet in length
terminated on the ground lug side with a #10 ring lug
Facility Power:
The facility power cabling a ached to the DX940e chassis must meet the
following criteria:
cabling constructed using 14 AWG stranded wire
cable firmly a ached to the terminal holes of the terminal block
cable routed and strain relieved to the chassis according to
good wiring prac ces
Copper:
Copper I/O cables and connectors must be shielded.
