Cabletron Systems 2E43-27R, 2E42-27R manual Rack Mounting the 2E4X-27

Chapter 3: Installation

Rack Mounting the 2E4X-27

Proceed as follows to install the 2E4X-27 into a 19-inch rack.

1.Remove and discard the four cover screws (two from each side) located along the front edges of each side of the 2E4X-27.

2.Locate the four 6-32 x 3/8-inch flathead cover replacement screws in the rackmount kit. Use these screws to attach the rackmount brackets to the 2E4X-27 as shown in Figure 3-3.

Rackmount Brackets (2)

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1	3	5	7	9	11	13	15	17	19	21	23

RESET

2E42-27

PWR

CPU

COM 1X 3X 5X 7X 9X 11X 13X 15X 17X 19X 21X 23X 25 26

Screws (4)

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Figure 3-3 Installing the Rackmount Brackets

3.With the mounting brackets installed, position the 2E4X-27 between the vertical frame members of the 19-inch rack and fasten it securely with mounting screws as shown in Figure 3-4.

19-Inch Rack

RESET

2E42-27

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1	3	5	7	9		11	13	15	17	19	21	23
PWR
CPU
COM	1X	3X	5X	7X	9X	11X	13X	15X	17X	19X	21X	23X	25	26

Screws (4)

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Figure 3-4 Installing the 2E4X-27 in a Rack

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