APC AP5616, AP5610, AP5615 Installing a rack mounting bracket, To install a rack mounting bracket

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exceed circuit capabilities. Overloaded power sources and extension cords present fire and shock hazards.

Elevated Ambient Temperature: If the unit is installed in a closed rack assembly, the operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient temperature. Do not exceed the rated maximum ambient temperature of the switch.

Reduced Air Flow: Install the equipment in the rack so that the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

Reliable Earthing: Maintain reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment. Pay particular attention to supply connections and indirect connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).

Installing a rack mounting bracket

To install a rack mounting bracket:

1.Attach the brackets to the switch using the six provided screws.

2.Install the cable support rod on the lower side of the slide extensions.

3.Slide the extension assembly into the bracket assembly.

4.Place the complete bracket assembly into a level rack position and install the appropriate hardware (not included) into each of the four bracket corners.