Mounting Requirements

Mechanical Considerations when Mounting in the Equipment Frame

Caution –Mechanical assistance is required if installing a loaded chassis.

If you intend not to use a lifting device for installation, all modules other than the motherboards must be removed from the system prior to lifting. The empty chassis weighs approximately 49 kg (108 lb), or 68 kg (150 lb) with the motherboards, plus the adaptors. The weight of any removable module depends on its configuration.

Weight warning labels are for guidance only.

See “Removing and Installing Modules” on page 23 for information about adding modules to the motherboard.

The Netra ft 1800 chassis has been designed to accommodate most mounting configurations. Adaptor flanges to suit 19-inch, 23-inch, 24-inch and 600-mm (ETSI) rack sizes are available as required.

The Netra ft 1800 system is shipped with a plinth, which protects the bottom of the chassis during transit and handling, and also ensures that the correct airflow inlet plenum is provided during installation. The plinth must be removed once the Netra ft 1800 is installed in a rack, then stored in a safe place.

The Netra ft 1800 chassis must be mounted using screws suitable for the equipment frame. The screws should be M5, M6 or 10-32 UNF. All screws must be fitted. The recommended tightening torque value for either M5 or 10-32 UNF recess head screws is 3.8 Nm (2.8 lbf/ft), and that for M6 screws is 6 Nm (4.4 lbf/ft).

The Netra ft 1800 is available with the following removable mounting flanges:

■19 inch EIA pattern

■23 inch EIA pattern

■24 inch EIA pattern

■600 mm IEC917 (ETSI) pattern

Any of these flanges can be fitted in the following positions:

■Flush with the front of the system

■65 mm (2.56 inches) from front of system

■196.1 mm (7.72 inches) from front of system

The second and third positions are intended for use with 5-inch web open frames (relay racks).

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1800 specifications

Sun Microsystems, founded in 1982, unveiled an array of innovative products over the years, among which the Sun-1 workstation and later the Sun-1800 series were significant contributions to the technology landscape. Designed specifically for engineering, graphics, and computing tasks, the Sun-1800 series emerged during a period when workstations were essential for high-performance computing applications.

The Sun-1800 series was powered by the SPARC architecture, which became a hallmark of Sun Microsystems' technological advancement. SPARC, an acronym for Scalable Processor Architecture, allowed the system to achieve high levels of performance and efficiency, positioning it well against competitors in the workstation market. The SPARC processors used in the Sun-1800 series enabled faster computation and multitasking, making it well-suited for scientific applications, computer-aided design (CAD), and complex data analyses.

One of the standout features of the Sun-1800 series was its expansive memory capabilities. Supporting configurations that could house up to 128 megabytes of RAM, the workstations were excellent for handling large datasets that were prevalent in research and corporate environments. This high memory capacity, combined with the efficient use of the SPARC architecture, granted users access to significant computational power, which was crucial for multitasking in complex job environments.

The Sun-1800 series also emphasized networking capabilities, with integrated Ethernet support. This allowed users to seamlessly connect their workstations into local area networks, facilitating collaborative projects and data sharing among teams. The use of the Solaris operating system, which was based on UNIX, also provided a robust and stable environment for enterprise applications, making the Sun-1800 ideal for business-critical applications.

Moreover, the system was designed to support various programming languages and development tools, attracting engineers, scientists, and software developers alike. Sun Microsystems also focused on providing high-quality graphics support, with advanced graphical capabilities that enabled users to engage in advanced visualization tasks, such as 3D modeling.

In summary, the Sun Microsystems 1800 series stands out for its powerful SPARC architecture, impressive memory capacity, integrated networking, and robust graphic capabilities. These characteristics, combined with the reliability of the Solaris operating system, positioned the Sun-1800 as a favored choice among professionals in engineering and scientific fields, shaping the future of workstation computing.