18Chapter 3 Physical installation

To attach the rack-mount brackets

6 minutes/unit

1Place the BCM unit on a flat, clean surface.

2Align the screw holes between the BCM unit and one of the rack-mount brackets.

3Fasten the bracket to the BCM unit using four screws. Refer to Figure 4.

Caution: Use only the screws supplied with the rack-mount bracket. Other screws can damage the unit.

4Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other rack-mount bracket.

5If the BCM system has an expansion unit, attach the rack-mount brackets to the expansion unit in the same way as the main unit.

Figure 4 Attach the rack-mount bracket to the BCM400 main unit

The rack-mount brackets for the BCM200 main unit and expansion unit are installed in a similar manner.

To mount a BCM unit in an equipment rack

6 minutes/unit

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

2Position the BCM unit in the rack. Have an assistant hold the BCM unit.

3Align the holes in the rack-mount bracket with the holes in the equipment rack rails.

4Fasten the rack-mount brackets to the rack using four screws (see Figure 5).

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Nortel Networks BCM 4.0 To attach the rack-mount brackets, To mount a BCM unit in an equipment rack, Physical installation

BCM 4.0 specifications

Nortel Networks BCM 4.0, or Business Communications Manager, is a robust telecommunications solution designed for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). This system combines voice and data capabilities in one unified platform, providing businesses with a powerful tool to enhance their communication processes.

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Security is a crucial consideration for any telecommunications system, and BCM 4.0 does not fall short in this area. It includes features such as secure SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) trunking, encryption, and user authentication. These security measures protect sensitive business information and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

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