Part 1, Mounting the Switch into a 4 Post Rack
The QFX5200-32C and QFX5200-32C-L can only be mounted in a four-post rack configuration. To mount the device in
a 19-inch rack:
1. Attach the ESD grounding strap to your bare wrist and to a site ESD point
WARNING:
Ensure that you understand how to prevent ESD damage by proper use of an ESD
grounding strap.
2. Place the rack in its permanent location, allowing adequate clearance for airflow and maintenance, and secure it to the
building structure.
WARNING:
If you are mounting multiple units in the rack, mount the heaviest unit at the bottom
and mount the others from bottom to top in order of decreasing weight. The switch weighs
approximately 23.5 lb (10.66 kg). Installing the QFX5200-32C in a rack or cabinet requires two people
to lift the switch and secure it to the rack.
3. Align the holes in the side mounting-rail with the holes on the side of the chassis as shown in
.
Figure 1: Align Side Mounting-Rail with Chassis Holes
4. Attach the side mounting-rail to the switch using six mounting screws.
5. Repeat steps
and
on the opposite side of the chassis.
6. Have one person grasp both sides of the switch, lift it, and position it in the rack so that the front bracket is aligned
with the rack holes.
7. Have a second person secure the front of the switch to the rack using four mounting screws (and cage nuts and washers
if your rack requires them.) Tighten the screws
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