Chapter 2
Installing the Device
Section 2.1.1
Mounting the Device on a DIN Rail
To mount the device to a standard 35 mm (1.4 in) DIN rail, do the following:
1.
Align the adapters with the DIN rails and slide the device into place.
Figure 2: DIN Rail Mounting
1. Panel/DIN Rail Adaptor
2.
Install one of the supplied screws on either side of the device to secure the adapters to the DIN rails.
Section 2.1.2
Mounting the Device to a Rack
To secure the device to a standard 48 cm (19 in) rack, do the following:
1.
Remove the four screws from the side of the device.
2.
Insert the device into rack mount adapter and use the screws to secure it.
NOTE
The device can be installed with the communication ports facing the front or rear of the rack,
depending on the desired orientation.
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2. DIN Rail
3. Screw
RUGGEDCOM RS8000
Installation Guide
Mounting the Device on a DIN Rail