Installing the Device
The following mounting instructions apply to all three hardware configurations of PowerConnect 2708, 2716, 2724 and 2748 devices. The section describes how to install a single device as a stand- alone device.
Installing the Device in a Rack
CAUTION: Disconnect all cables from the unit before mounting the device in a rack or cabinet.
CAUTION: When mounting multiple devices into a rack, mount the devices from the bottom up.
To install the device in a rack, perform the following:
1Place the supplied
Figure 3-2. Bracket Installation for Rack Installation
2Insert the supplied screws into the rack mounting holes and tighten with a screwdriver.
3Repeat the process for the
4Insert the unit into the rack, ensuring that the
5Secure the unit to the rack with the rack screws (not provided). Fasten the lower pair of screws before the upper pair of screws. This ensures that the weight of the unit is evenly distributed during installation. Ensure that the device ventilation holes are not obstructed.
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