Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis in an Equipment Rack
Installing the Chassis in the Equipment Rack
The procedure in this section explains how to install the chassis in the equipment rack. The procedure requires the following items:
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Six equipment rack screws (not provided)
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Caution
Do not remove the shipping brace from the front of the
Warning
The chassis may be heavy and awkward to lift. Allied Telesis recommends that you get assistance when mounting the chassis in an equipment rack. E30
Warning
To prevent injuring yourself or damaging the device, do not attempt to install the chassis in the equipment rack alone. Allied Telesis recommends a minimum of three people for this procedure.
Before installing the chassis in the rack, review the following checklist:
Did you reserve sufficient space in the equipment rack for the chassis and install two screws in the rack on which to rest the chassis while securing it to the rack? If not, then perform “Preparing the Equipment Rack” on page 73.
Did you adjust the brackets so that the front of the chassis will be positioned correctly in the equipment rack for your installation? If not, then perform “Adjusting the Equipment Rack Brackets” on page 80.
To install the
1.While facing the front of the chassis, tilt the top of the chassis toward you.
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