Nortel Networks BCM50 manual To install the rackmount shelf in an equipment rack

Chapter 7 Installing the main unit 81

Caution: To keep the BCM50 system operating at the optimal internal temperature, keep the top, sides, and rear clear of obstructions and away from the exhaust of other equipment.

Do not place any objects, except other BCM50 units, on top of the main unit.

Use the following procedures to install a BCM50 unit in a rack:

•“To install the rackmount shelf in an equipment rack”

•“To install the BCM50 unit on the rackmount shelf”

•“To install the power supply on the rackmount shelf” on page 83

To install the rackmount shelf in an equipment rack

1Determine the location in the rack where you want to install the BCM50 unit.

2Position the rackmount shelf in the rack.

3Align the holes in the rackmount shelf with the holes in the equipment rack rails.

4Fasten the rackmount shelf to the rack using the four rack screws (supplied with the rackmount kit). See Figure 29.

5Continue with the next step, “Installing the BCM50 unit on the rackmount shelf”.

Figure 29 Fasten the rackmount shelf to an equipment rack

Installing the BCM50 unit on the rackmount shelf

The rackmount shelf has slots molded into its surface that allow you to attach the BCM50 units to the shelf. By attaching the BCM50 units to these slots, you can prevent them from accidently being knocked off the rackmount shelf.

BCM50 Installation and Maintenance Guide