Chapter3 Installing the Wide Area Application E ngine
Rack-Mounting Considerations
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Cisco Wide Area Application Engine 7326 Hardware Installation Guide
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Rack-Mounting Considerations
Before installing your WAE in a rack, review the following guidelines:
•Two or more people are required to install the device in a rack.
•Ensure that the room air temperature is below 95°F (35°C).
•Do not block any air vents; usually 6 inches (15 cm) of space provides proper
airflow.
•Plan the device installation starting from the bottom of the rack.
•Install the heaviest device in the bottom of the rack.
•Do not extend more than one device out of the rack at the same time.
•Remove the rack doors and side panels to provide easier access during
installation.
•Connect the WAE to a properly grounded outlet.
•Do not overload the power outlet when installing multiple devices in the rack.
Caution Use safe practices when lifting.
Caution Do not place any object weighing more than 110 lb (50 kg) on top of
rack-mounted devices.

Rack Requirements

Install your WAE in a rack that meets the following requirements:
•Minimum depth of 2.76 inches (70 mm) between the front mounting flange
and inside of the front door.
•Minimum depth of 6.18 inches (157 mm) between the rear mounting flange
and inside of the rear door.
•Minimum depth of 28.27 inches (718 mm) and maximum depth of 30 inches
(762 mm) between the front and rear mounting flanges to support the use of
the cable-management arm.