Chapter 3. Mounting The Device; Mounting Options; Mounting Precautions - IBM SAN512B-6 Installation, Service And User Manual

Chapter 3. Mounting the Device

This chapter provides the following information:
v "Mounting options"
v "Mounting precautions"
v "Unpacking and transporting the device" on page 19
v "Port-side slot numbering" on page 5
v "Installing the 14U Rack Mount Kit for Four-Post Racks" on page 20
v "Installing the 14U Chassis Mid-Mount Rack Kit for Two-Post Racks" on page 28
v "Removing the protective cover" on page 34

Mounting options

You can mount the device in the following locations:
v In a four-post 19 in. (48.3 cm) EIA rack:
v In a two-post Telco rack:
Note: Review the "Mounting precautions" before mounting the device and ensure
that all "Facility requirements" on page 10 are met.

Mounting precautions

The following precautions specifically apply to mounting the device.
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- Use the 14U rack mount kit for four-post racks (XBR-DCX-0120), which
contains shelf brackets that telescope from 27 in. (68.58 cm) to 31 in. (78.74
cm) to fit the majority of racks.
- Use the 14U rack mount kit for four-post racks (XBR-DCX-0152), which
contains 22 in. (55.88 cm) fixed shelf brackets designed for specific racks.
- Refer to "Installing the 14U Rack Mount Kit for Four-Post Racks" on page 20
for instructions.
- Use the 14U mid-mount rack kit for two-post racks (XBR-DCX-0121).
- Refer to "Installing the 14U Chassis Mid-Mount Rack Kit for Two-Post Racks"
on page 28 for instructions .
CAUTION:
Do not use the port cover tabs to lift the module. They are not
designed to support the weight of the module, which can fall and be
damaged.
18-32 kg (39.7-70.5 lbs)
DANGER
Make sure the airflow around the front, sides, and back of the
device is not restricted.
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