Installing The Device In The Rack; Sliding The Device Into The Mid-Mount Saddle - IBM SAN256B-6 Installation, Service And User Manual

Installing the device in the rack

About this task
DANGER
18-32 kg (39.7-70.5 lbs)
Procedure
1. Ensure that the door is removed from the port side of the device, if installed. Refer to procedures for
removing and replacing the device door in this guide.
2. Ensure the device can be oriented so that the nonport side has access to intake air (cool).
3. Use a lift to raise the device to the correct level.
4. If applicable, lock the wheels of the lift.
5. Gently slide the device onto the saddle, ensuring that it remains supported during the transfer. See
the following figure.
Figure 20. Sliding the device into the mid-mount saddle
6. Secure the device to the rack using six 10-32 screws with square-cone washers, three screws for each
mounting bracket attached to the device. Refer to the following figure. Tighten the screws to 32 in-lb
(36.86 cm-kg)
Note: Screws, clip nuts, and retainer nuts for mounting the device to the equipment rack are located
in the device hardware accessory kit.
Use safe lifting practices when moving the product.
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Mounting the Device