Cisco Systems Cisco 7507, Cisco 7000 Rack-Mount Kit Overview, Equipment Rack Descriptions

Rack-Mount Kit Overview

Rack-Mount Kit Overview

This section describes the types of racks for which this rack-mounting kit is intended, and the mounting configurations that are possible with each type.

Equipment Rack Descriptions

This kit is suitable for mounting the chassis in most 19-inch 2-post, 4-post, or Telco-type racks. The rack must have at least two mounting posts on which to mount the hardware, and the distance between the mounting holes in the two posts must be 18.31 inches .063 inches (as specified in the Electronic Industries Association (EIA)–310-C standard).

Figure 1 shows the three types of equipment racks described in this document:

•Figure 1a shows a 2-post rack, which is usually a freestanding enclosed cabinet with two mounting posts in the front.

•Figure 1b shows a Telco-type rack, which comprises two adjacent mounting posts that are usually secured to the floor and/or to an overhead structure.

•Figure 1c shows a 4-post rack, which is usually a freestanding open rack, which can be either open or enclosed.

Figure 1 Equipment Rack Types

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a b c

Caution Before installing the chassis in a rack or wiring closet, read the section “Safety Guidelines” on page 8 to familiarize yourself with the proper site and environmental conditions. Failure to read and follow these guidelines could result in an bodily injury or damage to the system chassis or components. This procedure requires two or more people to perform.

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