Extreme Networks 17001 manual Attaching the Mounting Bracket

To install the switch in a rack, you need the following tools and equipment:

●Mounting brackets (provided)

●Screws (provided) to secure the mounting brackets to the switch

■Eight M3 screws for Summit X350, X450, X450a, and X450e series switches

■Twelve M4 screws for Summit X150 and X250e series switches

●Four rack mounting screws

The screw size will vary based on your organization’s rack system; screws are not provided.

●Screwdriver for securing the switch to your organization’s rack

The screwdriver size will vary based on the requirements of your organization’s rack system.

●AC power cord

An AC power cord is not included with the Summit family switch. You must obtain a power supply cord that meets the requirements listed under “Selecting Power Supply Cords” on page 218.

To rack-mount a Summit switch:

1Place the switch upright on a secure work surface.

2Place a mounting bracket over the mounting holes on one side of the unit.

3Insert the screws and fully tighten with a suitable screwdriver, as shown in Figure 91.

Figure 91: Attaching the Mounting Bracket

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4Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other side of the switch.

5Insert the switch into the rack.

●Take care to load the rack so that it is not top-heavy. Start from the bottom and work up.

●Do not cover vents that would restrict airflow. Leave a half-rack space between the units for adequate ventilation.

6Secure the switch with suitable screws (not provided).

7Connect the switch to the redundant power supply (if applicable). For instructions on installing and connecting redundant power supplies, see Chapter 2, “Summit Power Supplies.”

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