Asante Technologies 8000 Chassis Installation/Placement, Installation in an Equipment Rack

Models: 8000

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Chassis Installation/Placement

Chassis Installation/Placement

The IntraCore 8000 can be installed in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. It can also be placed on a stable horizontal surface.

IImportant: The equipment rack or desk on which you install your IntraCore 8000 must be secure and stable. Equipment racks must be fastened to the floor; desks must be resting on a flat, stable surface.

Installation in an Equipment Rack

To install the unit in an equipment rack, use the following procedure.

Safety Precautions for Rack Installation

IImportant! Before continuing, disconnect all cables from the IntraCore 8000. Also, do not install any optional modules you have purchased until the switch has been installed in the rack.

Equipment Rack Guidelines

Guideline

Specification

 

 

Size

Width; 17.75 inches (45.09 cm).

 

Depth: 19.25 inches (48.9 cm) to 32 inches (81.3 cm).

 

 

Stability

Rack must be bolted to the floor. Mount heavier units at the bottom of the

 

rack. If the IntraCore 8000 is the only unit, mount it the bottom of the

 

rack..

 

 

Ventilation

Ensure that the rack is installed in a room where the temperature remains

 

below 40° C (104° F). Ensure also that there are no obstructions, such as

 

other equipment or cables, blocking airflow to or from the IntraCore 8000

 

vents.

 

 

Clearance

In addition to providing clearance for ventilation, ensure that there is ade-

 

quate clearance for servicing the modules of the IntraCore 8000 from the

 

front.

 

 

 

Table 2-2 Equipment Rack Guidelines

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