Siemens RUGGEDCOM MX5000RE Installation Manual page 26

Chapter 2
Installing the Device
NOTE
The following procedure also applies for blank patch panels.
1. From the bottom of the enclosure, feed the patch panel cables through the appropriate opening. For more
information about which patch panels correspond to which openings, refer to
Figure 17: Patch Panel Installation
1. #6-32×5/8" SS304 Truss Head Philips Drive Screw
2. Align the patch panel with the screw holes surrounding the patch panel opening.
3. Apply Loctite® 242 to each screw.
4. Secure the patch panel to the enclosure with eight (8) screws for large panels, or four (4) for small panels.
Hand-tighten the screws evenly in a cross pattern. There should be no visible gap between the patch panel
and the enclosure's bottom plate when properly tightened. Pay careful attention to avoid damaging the
cables and gaskets.
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2. Patch Panel
RUGGEDCOM MX5000RE
Installation Guide
Section 1.3, "Patch Panels".
Installing the Patch Panels
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