}Rear. 6 inches minimum at rear of chassis fan unit.

Sides. 2 inches minimum at left and right sides.

}Front. 6 inches minimum at front of chassis.

Chassis Top View

Never obstruct the air intake vents located at the bottom-front and bottom-sides of the chassis or the fan unit’s air output vents located at the rear of the chassis.

Note. Clearance is not required at the top and bottom of the chassis.

Rack-Mounting

Refer to the important guidelines below before installing the OmniSwitch chassis in a rack.

Rack-mounting the chassis requires three people—two people to hold the chassis and position it in the rack and a third person to secure the chassis to the rack using the attachment screws.

The chassis has two integral rack-mount flanges that support standard 19” rack mount installations. Refer to page 9 for information on optional rack-mounting hard- ware.

Alcatel does not provide rack-mount screws. Use the screws supplied by the rack vendor.

To prevent a rack from becoming top heavy, it is recom- mended that you install the switch at the bottom of the rack whenever possible.

If you are installing the switch in a relay rack, be sure to install and secure the rack per the rack manufacturer’s specifications.

Refer to page 7 for important chassis airflow recom- mendations before installing.

To rack-mount the switch, follow the steps below.

1Mark the holes on the rack where the chassis is to be installed.

8 Installing the Hardware

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Alcatel Carrier Internetworking Solutions 7800, 7700 manual Chassis Top View, Rack-Mounting

7700, 7800 specifications

Alcatel Carrier Internetworking Solutions, particularly the 7800 and 7700 series, are pivotal in the realm of high-performance networking. These solutions are engineered to meet the demands of modern telecommunications, featuring cutting-edge technology and robust capabilities designed for service providers and enterprises alike.

The Alcatel 7800 series is particularly noted for its scalability and flexibility. This platform excels in providing high-capacity routing, enabling service providers to manage increasing data traffic efficiently. It supports advanced routing protocols and offers comprehensive service features, making it ideal for deploying next-generation IP services. This series is built to facilitate seamless multimedia applications, ensuring that users experience high-quality voice, video, and data services.

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On the other hand, the Alcatel 7700 series emphasizes cost efficiency without compromising performance. This cost-effective solution allows for intelligent traffic management, enabling operators to optimize bandwidth utilization effectively. The 7700 series integrates Quality of Service (QoS) features, ensuring that critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth and priority. It allows for tailored service levels, crucial for businesses looking to provide tiered services to their customers.

Both the 7800 and 7700 series leverage advanced technologies such as Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV). These technologies bring greater agility and operational efficiency, allowing networks to be more responsive to changing demands. With SDN, operators can automate network management tasks, significantly reducing manual intervention and streamlining operations.

Overall, the Alcatel Carrier Internetworking Solutions 7800 and 7700 series provide a comprehensive suite of features that cater to the evolving needs of telecommunications operators. With their robust architecture, advanced routing capabilities, and emphasis on security and efficiency, these solutions are designed to empower service providers in delivering reliable, high-quality services to their customers in an increasingly connected world.