Chapter 2 System Installation with the Content-
Server 4000 Series
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Harmonic MediaGrid Release 4.1
Rack Mounting the Harmonic MediaGrid 4000 Series System
Figure 2–1: Installing the bezel on the ContentServer 4000
Rack Mounting the ContentStore 5840
Racking Precautions for the ContentStore 5840
CAUTION:
A fully configured ContentStore 5840 weighs up to 131kg (288lb). An unpopulated
ContentStore 5840 weighs 46kg (101lb). Use appropriate lifting methods.
Before lifting the ContentStore 5840:
Unplug all cords and cables from the ContentStore 5840.
Make sure all disk drives from both drawers are removed, and the drawers are closed firmly
and locked shut. For details, see
Opening and Closing a Drawer
.
Additionally, you may wish to remove other modules from the chassis before lifting. For
component removal and installation instructions, see the
Harmonic MediaGrid Component
Replacement Guide.
Note the following important points on handling:
It is recommended that a minimum of
three
people lift the ContentStore 5840 using the lifting
straps supplied with the ContentStore 5840.
Do not lift the ContentStore 5840 by the handles on the power supply units, cooling modules
or I/O modules. They are not designed to take the weight.
Do not lift the ContentStore 5840 higher than 20U. Use mechanical assistance to lift above
this height.
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