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Rack Installation Guide
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Steelhead
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Whitewater
Cloud Storage Appliance (xx30 Series)
February 2014

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  • Page 1 Rack Installation Guide ® Steelhead Appliance (Series CX, DX, EX) ® Steelhead Mobile Controller Central Management Console ® Cascade Appliance Granite Core Appliance ® Interceptor Appliance ® Whitewater Cloud Storage Appliance (xx30 Series) February 2014...
  • Page 2 Wireshark®, TrafficScript®, FlyScript™, WWOS™, and Stingray™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Riverbed Technology, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Riverbed and any Riverbed product or service name or logo used herein are trademarks of Riverbed Technology. All other trademarks used herein belong to their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Square Post-Hole Adaptor ........................1 Rack Installation Safety Guidelines ......................2 Required Tools and Equipment ........................3 Safety Guidelines ............................4 Additional Resources ............................4 Release Notes ............................4 Riverbed Documentation and the Support Knowledge Base ............4 Contacting Riverbed............................5 Internet ..............................5 Technical Support ...........................5 Professional Services ..........................5 Documentation............................5 Chapter 1 - Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems........
  • Page 4 Contents Chapter 3 - Installing Whitewater xx30 Systems ...................39 Before You Begin ............................39 Opening the Bezel..........................39 Installing Whitewater xx30 Series Appliances in a Rack ...............40 Rack Installation Pre-Requisites ......................40 Mounting the Whitewater xx30 Appliance in a Rack ..............40 For More Information ..........................42 Installing Whitewater Expansion Shelves in a Rack................42 Rack Installation Pre-Requisites ......................42 Mounting the Expansion Shelf in a Rack ..................43...

  • Page 5: Preface

    Preface This preface describes the prerequisite requirements for installing Riverbed systems to a Telco-type rack. The preface includes the following sections: “Overview” on page 1  “Rack Installation Safety Guidelines” on page 2  “Required Tools and Equipment” on page 3 ...

  • Page 6: Rack Installation Safety Guidelines

    Preface Rack Installation Safety Guidelines To convert a square post-hole to fit a standard screw Press together the top and bottom of the square post-hole adaptor and push it into the square hole on  the rack post. Figure i. Installing Square Post-Hole Adaptor Rack Installation Safety Guidelines Prior to installing the system in a rack, adhere to the following rack installation guidelines: Do not block or cover the openings to the system.

  • Page 7: Required Tools And Equipment

    The Series x50 require sideways airflow. Do not block the sides.  The Series x50 require air-convection cooling. If these models are installed in a rack, use the Riverbed  provided rack-mount. This device for use only in a machine room or IT room.

  • Page 8: Safety Guidelines

    Riverbed Documentation and the Support Knowledge Base For a complete list and the most current Riverbed documentation, log in to the Riverbed Support site at https://support.riverbed.com. The Riverbed Knowledge Base is a database of known issues, how-to documents, system requirements, and common error messages.

  • Page 9: Contacting Riverbed

    If you have problems installing, using, or replacing Riverbed products, contact Riverbed Support or your channel partner who provides support. To contact Riverbed Support, open a trouble ticket by calling 1-888- RVBD-TAC (1-888-782-3822) in the United States and Canada or +1 415 247 7381 outside the United States.
  • Page 10 Preface Contacting Riverbed Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 - Installing Steelhead Cx, Dx, Ex, Granite, And Cascade Systems

    Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, CHAPTER 1 Granite, and Cascade Systems This chapter describes how to install Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade systems in a standard Telco-type rack. It includes the following sections: “Models Included in This Chapter” on page 7 ...

  • Page 12: Mounting Desktop Cx Systems In A Rack

    Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Mounting Desktop CX Systems in a Rack Unplug the AC power cords.  Remove all external devices and connectors.  If your rack has square holes, use the included square-hole post adaptors. ...
  • Page 13 Mounting Desktop CX Systems in a Rack Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems The CX255 system must be installed in a front mount position. Figure 1-2. Installing the Desktop CX System in a Rack 4. Insert and tighten the rack post screws on each side of the system. Insert the screws in the top and middle positions of each mounting bracket.
  • Page 14 Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Mounting Desktop CX Systems in a Rack 3. Attach the mounting brackets for the side-by-side rack kit to each side of the appliance. Each mounting bracket attaches with two screws. Both brackets are the same, but since they attach to opposite sides of the appliance, they are oriented differently when installed.
  • Page 15 Mounting Desktop CX Systems in a Rack Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems 5. Insert the power supply platform that contains the middle rail. Tighten the two thumb screws in the rear to secure it. This platform has metal studs on the outside that slide in the channels on the outer rails. Figure 1-6.
  • Page 16 Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Mounting Desktop CX Systems in a Rack 7. Attach the two-prong power cord connector to the tray insert and insert the power cord. The connector consists of an upper and lower piece. Use two screws to attach the lower piece to the tray insert, insert the power cord into the connector, and use two more screws to secure the upper piece to the lower piece.

  • Page 17: Mounting The Cx555 And Cx755 Systems

    Mounting Desktop CX Systems in a Rack Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Once installed, you can individually remove and insert each appliance. (Note, when you remove the appliance, it disconnects the appliance from the power cord.) Mounting the CX555 and CX755 Systems This section describes how to install a CX555 and CX755 system in a rack.

  • Page 18: Mounting 1U And 2U Cx, Dx, Ex, Granite, And Cascade Systems Using Rmk-002A Rails

    Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Mounting 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Mounting 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Using RMK-002A Rails This section describes how to mount the 1U and 2U systems in a four-post rack. These instructions apply to Steelhead CX, EX, and DX systems, Cascade xx60 systems, and the Granite Core 2000 appliance.
  • Page 19 Mounting 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Using RMK-002A Rails Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, 2. Install the outer rails to the rack posts. Note: The RMK-002A rails can accommodate a 22-inch to 32-inch deep rack and a maximum device weight of 81 lb (40 kg).

  • Page 20: Center Mounting The 1U Cx, Ex, And Cascade Systems In A Two-Post Rack

    Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Center Mounting the 1U CX, EX, and Cascade Systems in a Two- 4. Slide the inner rails into the outer rails, pushing the system into the rack. Figure 1-15. Sliding the System into the Rack To operate the rails 1.
  • Page 21 Center Mounting the 1U CX, EX, and Cascade Systems in a Two-Post RackInstalling Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade 2. To detach the outer rails, slide the outer rail to the end of the system, push the release latch towards the front of the system, and pull the outer rail completely off the system.
  • Page 22 Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Center Mounting the 1U CX, EX, and Cascade Systems in a Two- Select a position that centers and balances the appliance on the bracket. Figure 1-18. Attaching Two-Post Center-Mount Brackets 5. Slide the second bracket onto the pegs of the first bracket by placing the second bracket over the first bracket at the widest opening then slide towards the narrower part to secure.

  • Page 23: Working With 1U And 2U Cx, Dx, Ex, Granite, And Cascade Systems Using Rmk-006 Rails

    Working With 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Using RMK-006 Rails Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Working With 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Using RMK-006 Rails You can mount 1U and 2U Steelhead CX, EX, DX appliances, Cascade xx60 systems, and the Granite Core 2000 appliance using the RMK-006 rails.
  • Page 24 Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Working With 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade The mounting hardware is in the accessory kit for the appliance. Figure 1-21. Installing the Inner Rails to the Chassis Adjusting the Size You can adjust the length of the outer rails to fit the distance between your rack posts.
  • Page 25 Working With 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Using RMK-006 Rails Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, To adjust the length of the rails 1. Remove outer rails from the chassis and the inner rail. Push the white release button and pull the outer rail away from the chassis. Figure 1-23.

  • Page 26: Mounting The System

    Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Working With 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade For the medium position, align the left screw hole on the bracket with the hole second from the left on the outer rail and secure with three screws.
  • Page 27 Working With 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Using RMK-006 Rails Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, The screw set is included in the appliance accessory kit. Figure 1-27. Attaching the Outer Rails to the Rack 2. Verify the ball bearing retainer is locked in the forward position of the outer rails. Important: The ball bearing retainer on the outer rail must be returned to the foremost position to connect with the inner rail on the chassis.

  • Page 28: Operating The Rails

    Installing Steelhead CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade Systems Working With 1U and 2U CX, DX, EX, Granite, and Cascade 4. Pull the release tabs on both of the inner rails and push the unit all the way into the rack. Figure 1-29.

  • Page 29: Chapter 2 - Installing Steelhead Xx50 And Whitewater Xx10 Systems

    Installing Steelhead xx50 and CHAPTER 2 Whitewater xx10 Systems This chapter describes how to install Series x50, xx50, WWA-x10, and WWA-xx10 in a standard Telco-type rack. It includes the following sections: “Mounting Desktop Steelhead x50 Systems in a Rack” on page 25 ...

  • Page 30: Mounting 1U Steelhead Xx50 Systems In A Rack

    Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 Systems Mounting 1U Steelhead xx50 Systems in a Rack 2. To install the mounting brackets, use the included screw kit to secure the brackets onto the sides of the chassis (at the front of the system) using three screws on each side. Figure 2-1.

  • Page 31: Mounting 1U Steelhead Xx50 Systems Using Rmk-002A Rails

    Mounting 1U Steelhead xx50 Systems in a Rack Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 Systems To open the bezel on xx50 systems To open the bezel firmly press in the buttons on each side of the bezel and slide it towards you. The ...
  • Page 32 Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 Systems Mounting 1U Steelhead xx50 Systems in a Rack 2. Install the outer rails to the rack posts. Note: The RMK-002A rails can accommodate a 22” to 32” deep rack and a maximum device weight of 40 kg. Figure 2-4.
  • Page 33 Mounting 1U Steelhead xx50 Systems in a Rack Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 Systems 3. Slide the ball bearing retainer on the inside of the outer rail to the foremost position. Figure 2-5. Sliding the Ball Bearing Retainer to the Foremost Position Note: The ball bearing retainer must be pushed forward and placed in the front position before attaching a chassis to the rack.

  • Page 34: Mounting 1U Steelhead Xx50 Systems In A Four-Post Rack

    Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 Systems Mounting 1U Steelhead xx50 Systems in a Rack Mounting 1U Steelhead xx50 Systems in a Four-Post Rack Steelhead xx50 systems ship with rails pre-installed to the chassis for mounting to a four-post rack. This section describes how to mount the Steelhead xx50 system to a four-post rack.
  • Page 35 Mounting 1U Steelhead xx50 Systems in a Rack Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 Systems 5. Install the outer rails to the rack posts. Figure 2-9. Attaching the Outer Rails to the Rack 6. Slide the ball bearing retainer on the inside of the outer rail to the foremost position. Figure 2-10.

  • Page 36: Center Mounting 1U Steelhead Xx50 Systems In A Two-Post Rack

    Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 Systems Mounting 1U Steelhead xx50 Systems in a Rack Important: The ball bearing retainer on the outer rail must be returned to the foremost position in order to connect with the inner rail on the chassis. The bearings may fall off if the ball bearing retainer is not pushed forward. 7.
  • Page 37 Mounting 1U Steelhead xx50 Systems in a Rack Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 Systems 2. To detach the outer rails, slide the outer rail to the end of the system, push the release latch towards the front of the system, and pull the outer rail completely off the system. Figure 2-12.
  • Page 38 Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 SystemsMounting 3U Steelhead xx50, WWA-x10, and WWA-xx10 Systems in a Rack 4. Attach the first bracket to the chassis with the three included screws. Figure 2-14. Attaching Two-Post Center-Mount Brackets 5. Slide the second bracket onto the pegs of the first bracket by placing the second bracket over the first bracket at the widest opening then slide towards the narrower part to secure.

  • Page 39: Mounting 3U Steelhead Xx50, Wwa-X10, And Wwa-Xx10 Systems In A Rack

    Mounting 3U Steelhead xx50, WWA-x10, and WWA-xx10 Systems in a Rack Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 Important: All 3U systems must be mounted to a four-post rack; they cannot be mounted to a two-post rack. Caution: 3U systems weigh from 59-71 lbs. (26-33 kg). A minimum of two people is required to move a 3U system. Lift the system using both hands and with your knees bent.
  • Page 40 Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 SystemsMounting 3U Steelhead xx50, WWA-x10, and WWA-xx10 Systems in a Rack Important: In some environments the bracket screws cannot be reached after the rails have been installed. In this case the length of the outer rails should be adjusted and secured before mounting the outer rails into the rack. Figure 2-17.
  • Page 41 Mounting 3U Steelhead xx50, WWA-x10, and WWA-xx10 Systems in a Rack Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 1. Install the outer rails to the rack posts with the included screw set. Figure 2-18. Attaching the Outer Rails to the Rack Important: The sliding part of the outer rails should not be extended when inserting or removing the system.
  • Page 42 Installing Steelhead xx50 and Whitewater xx10 SystemsMounting 3U Steelhead xx50, WWA-x10, and WWA-xx10 Systems in a Rack 2. When the system has reached a hard stop, pull the release tabs on both of the inner rails and push the unit all the way into the rack. Figure 2-19.

  • Page 43: Chapter 3 - Installing Whitewater Xx30 Systems

    Installing Whitewater xx30 Systems CHAPTER 3 This chapter describes how to install Whitewater xx30 Series appliances and Whitewater expansion shelves in a standard Telco-type rack. It includes the following sections: “Before You Begin” on page 39  “Installing Whitewater xx30 Series Appliances in a Rack” on page 40 ...

  • Page 44: Installing Whitewater Xx30 Series Appliances In A Rack

    Installing Whitewater xx30 Systems Installing Whitewater xx30 Series Appliances in a Rack Installing Whitewater xx30 Series Appliances in a Rack This section provides prerequisites and installation details for mounting Whitewater xx30 appliances in a rack. Rack Installation Pre-Requisites The Whitewater xx30 Series appliance is designed for installation into an industry standard 19-inch rack cabinet subject to the following requirements: The rail kit is suitable for 19-inch racks with square and round holes only.
  • Page 45 Installing Whitewater xx30 Series Appliances in a Rack Installing Whitewater xx30 Systems 5. Ensure the pins are securely located at both the front and rear, so that any load on the rail is transferred to the rack posts. Figure 3-1. Securing Brackets to the Rack 6.

  • Page 46: For More Information

    Installing Whitewater xx30 Systems Installing Whitewater Expansion Shelves in a Rack enclosure (see Figure 3-2) before continuing to fully withdraw the chassis. Figure 3-2. Latch Position Latch For More Information See the Whitewater Cloud Storage Appliance Installation Guide for more information and next steps. See the Whitewater xx30 Series Hardware Owner’s Manual for more details about the hardware and technical specifications.

  • Page 47: Mounting The Expansion Shelf In A Rack

    Installing Whitewater Expansion Shelves in a Rack Installing Whitewater xx30 Systems There must be a minimum gap of 25 mm (1 inch) clearance between the rack cover and front of drawer;  and 50 mm (2 inches) rear clearance between the rear of the drawer and rear of the rack. This is to make sure there is correct air flow around the enclosure.

  • Page 48: For More Information

    Installing Whitewater xx30 Systems Installing Whitewater Expansion Shelves in a Rack – Tighten the two clamping screws located along the inside of the rear section of the rack bracket. Figure 3-3. Securing Brackets to the Rail 3. Install the enclosure into the rack. –...
  • Page 49 Installing Whitewater Expansion Shelves in a Rack Installing Whitewater xx30 Systems Rack Installation Guide...

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