Chapter 3 Installing the WAVE-594 and WAVE-694

Rack Mounting and Cabling the WAVE-594 and WAVE-694

Caution Always use filler panels to fill empty vertical spaces in the rack. This arrangement ensures proper airflow. Using a rack without filler panels results in improper cooling that can lead to thermal damage.

Observe the following additional requirements to ensure adequate airflow and to prevent damage to the equipment:

Front and rear doors—If the 42U rack includes closing front and rear doors, you must allow 5,350 sq cm (830 sq in) of holes evenly distributed from top to bottom to permit adequate airflow (equivalent to the required 64 percent open area for ventilation).

Side—The clearance between the installed rack component and the side panels of the rack must be a minimum of 7 cm (2.75 in).

Note Rack-mounting the WAVE-594 and WAVE-694 appliance is supported for rear mount in a 4-post rack or front mount in a 2-post rack.

Table 3-1lists the rack mounting hardware included in your shipping container. You will need a Phillips screwdriver. Verify that you have received the following items for the installation:

Table 3-1

Rack Mount Hardware Provided

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rack Type

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item

Name

 

Description

Qty

2-post

4-post

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

Front rack mount

Front rack mount L bracket

2

X

X

 

bracket

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Rear rack mount

Rear rack mount bracket holder

2

 

X

 

bracket holder

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

32” rear rack mount

Rear rack mount bracket (32 inch)

2

 

X

 

bracket

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

Front rack mount

Front rack bracket screw, #6-32 x 0.30”, Wafer

6

X

X

 

bracket screw

Head, Phillips, Steel w/ Zinc and Black

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

Rear rack mount

Rear bracket holder screw, M4 x0.7 x 4.85 mm,

6

 

X

 

bracket holder screw

120º, Flat Head, Phillips, Steel w/ Zinc and Black

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

Rack screw

Rack screw, #10-32 x 0.50”, Truss Head, Phillips,

8

X

X

 

 

 

Steel w/ Ni and Black

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

Rack screw

Rack screw, M5 x 12.7 mm, Truss Head, Phillips,

8

 

X

 

 

 

Steel w/ Ni and Black

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rack Mounting and Cabling the WAVE-594 and WAVE-694

There are two ways you can rack mount the WAVE appliance. The following topics are included in this section:

Mounting in a 4-Post Rack

Front-Mounting in a 2-Post Rack

Cabling

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Cisco Systems WAVE594K9, 694 manual Rack Type, Name Description Qty Post

694, WAVE594K9 specifications

Cisco Systems WAVE594K9 is a state-of-the-art application delivery controller (ADC) that is designed to optimize the performance and availability of applications across a wide area network. As part of Cisco’s advanced networking solutions, the WAVE594K9 effectively enhances application delivery, ensuring a seamless user experience even under heavy traffic conditions.

One of the primary features of the WAVE594K9 is its ability to provide comprehensive traffic management. This device intelligently load balances incoming requests and distributes them across multiple servers. By optimizing resource allocation, it minimizes response times and maximizes throughput, which is particularly beneficial for organizations dealing with fluctuating traffic patterns.

The WAVE594K9 also excels in application acceleration. This is achieved through various optimization techniques, including compression and caching. By reducing the size of transmitted data and storing frequently accessed content closer to users, the WAVE594K9 significantly speeds up application delivery. As a result, businesses can ensure that their users experience minimal latency, even when accessing resource-intensive applications.

Security is another key characteristic of the WAVE594K9. It integrates advanced security features, such as application layer firewalls, SSL offload capabilities, and DDoS protection. These built-in security measures not only safeguard sensitive data but also improve performance by offloading decryption tasks from application servers, allowing them to focus on processing actual requests.

Moreover, the WAVE594K9 is equipped with robust monitoring and reporting tools. Administrators can gain real-time insights into application performance, user activity, and traffic patterns. This level of visibility enables proactive management and troubleshooting, which helps in identifying and resolving potential issues before they impact end-users.

In terms of scalability, the WAVE594K9 is designed to grow with an organization’s needs. It can easily be integrated into existing IT infrastructures and expanded as traffic demands increase. This flexibility makes it an ideal solution for businesses of all sizes, from small enterprises to large corporations.

To summarize, the Cisco Systems WAVE594K9 is a powerful ADC that enhances application delivery through intelligent traffic management, application acceleration, built-in security features, and comprehensive monitoring tools. Its ability to scale effectively makes it a strategic investment for ensuring optimal application performance in today’s dynamic IT environments.