Installing Modules | LaCie 12big rack Serial manual

LaCie 12big rack serial Quick Install Guide

Mounting the System/Installing Modules/Installing the PSU Modules

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5.Mount the enclosure into the rack as follows (see Figure 4):

a.Lift the enclosure and align it with the rack rails.

b.Carefully insert the chassis slides into the rack rails and push fully home.

c.Tighten the rear rack bracket mounting screws.

d.Withdraw enclosure until it reaches the hard stops (approx. 400mm) and tighten the front rack bracket mounting screws.

e.Return the enclosure to the fully home position and attach it to the rack using the captive fasteners on the front flanges.

Figure 4: Mounting the System into a Rack

5. Installing Modules

Fit the modules into the bays defined in Figure 5.

6. Installing the PSU Modules

Warning: Do not mix PSUs of different types or makes.

Caution: Handle the module carefully and avoid damaging the connector pins. Do not install if any pins appear to be bent.

Important: To prevent overheating, do not operate the enclosure for more than 30 minutes with one PSU removed.

1.Check for damage, especially to the rear connector of the PSU.

2.Slide the PSU into the enclosure (see Figure 6).

3.Continue to push the PSU until it fully seats. A click should be heard as the handle latch engages.

4.Connect the power cables to the power source and to the PSU.

5.Engage the retaining spring.

Note: The alarm will sound until the PSU is operating correctly.

Figure 6: Installing the AC Power Supply Module

Figure 5: Module Locations

12big rack Serial specifications

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