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Position the equipment to allow for serviceability. This will aid in chassis removal,
and prevent the need to remove or loosen other equipment in the rack.
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Remember that the Ethernet interfaces are limited to 328 feet/100 meters as
defined by the FAST Ethernet standard, IEEE 802.3.
Other Safety Guidelines
When preparing to install your Acme Packet 4600, ensure you follow these safety
guidelines:
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Review all safety precautions with respect to the Acme Packet 4600 before
beginning installation.
•
Ensure that the equipment rack is securely bolted to the floor and that the
equipment rack and components are properly grounded.
•
For AC power installations, use a regulating UPS to protect the Acme Packet 4600
from power surges, voltage spikes, and power failures.
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For AC power installations, ensure that your UPS can supply power for enough
time to save your system data and shut down the system gracefully.
Mounting Installation
This section explains how to unpack and install your Acme Packet 4600 into a
telecommunications or server equipment rack. The Acme Packet 4600 standard
mounting hardware is used for installation in a 4-post, 19” cabinet-style equipment
rack. Mounting hardware for a 23” equipment rack is available by special order.
Mounting Options
The Acme Packet 4600 ships with hardware for mounting in a 4-post, tapped-hole
equipment rack or square-hole equipment rack. The Acme Packet 4600 also ships
with hardware for mounting in a 2-post, center-mount equipment rack. This section
explains the procedures for each mounting option.
Note:
Failure to follow the instructions outlined in this section might compromise
the proper function of the Acme Packet 4600. To prevent personal injury,
Acme Packet recommends that two people lift and install the chassis into the
equipment rack.
Unpacking the Acme Packet 4600
To unpack the Acme Packet 4600:
1.
Inspect the external packing materials and note if they are damaged in any way.
2.
Open the exterior box.
3.
Unpack the contents of the Acme Packet 4600 shipment.
4.
Locate the packing list on the outside of the Acme Packet 4600 shipment box.
5.
Confirm that all of the components listed in the packing list are present and in
good condition.
Chapter 4
Mounting Installation
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