5 Installing the BlackDiamond 12800 Series

Chassis

This chapter includes the following sections:

Unpacking the BlackDiamond 12804 Chassis on page 58

Rack-Mounting the BlackDiamond 12804 Chassis on page 62

Unpacking the BlackDiamond 12802 Chassis on page 64

Rack-Mounting the BlackDiamond 12802 Chassis on page 66

Grounding the BlackDiamond 12800 Series Chassis on page 68

Initial Management Access on page 70

This chapter describes how to install the following BlackDiamond chassis models:

BlackDiamond 12804 chassis

BlackDiamond 12802 chassis

The BlackDiamond 12800 series chassis fits into a standard 19-inch (48.26 cm) rack. You can install the switch either flush against the back of the rack or in a mid-mount position to give you more access behind the rack.

NOTE

Read the information in this chapter thoroughly before you attempt to install the BlackDiamond 12800 series switch.

CAUTION

Correct lifting of the BlackDiamond 12800 series chassis requires two people.

The BlackDiamond 12800 series chassis should be empty before being lifted. This will also prevent damage to the system components due to possible system chassis flex when lifting.

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