Chapter 2: Installation; Getting Started; Supplied With The Autoview Switch; Rack Mounting Your Autoview Switch - Avocent AutoView 1400 Installer/User Manual

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Getting Started

Before installing your AutoView switch, refer to the following list to ensure you have all items that
shipped with the AutoView switch, as well as other items necessary for proper installation.

Supplied with the AutoView switch

• Power cord
• One null modem serial cable
• Rack mounting kit
• AutoView 1400/1500/2000 Installer/User Guide
• AutoView 1400/1500/2000 Quick Installation Guide
Additional items needed
One IAC or AVRIQ module and CAT 5 cabling per attached server or switch

Rack Mounting Your AutoView Switch

Your AutoView switch may be rack mounted using the brackets supplied in your rack mounting kit.
Before installing the switch and other components in the rack cabinet (if not already installed),
stabilize the rack in a permanent location. Install your equipment starting at the bottom of the rack
cabinet, then work to the top.
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