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5. Install the second two standoffs in the upper-left and lower-right corners of the second rack as
shown in Figure 18 on page 24.
6. Attach the long foam as shown in Figure 18 on page 24. For a model T42 rack, join the short foam to
the end of the long foam, and adhere it to the frame length of the rack.
Figure 19. Location of foam strips (top view)
Item Description
13 Foam strip
14 Rack frame
7. Position the racks together.
8. Align the standoff holes. You might need to adjust the leveling feet to do this.
9. Install a screw and washer into all four positions, but do not tighten.
10. After all racks are bolted together, level the racks.
11. Tighten all four screws.
12. Snap on the trim pieces that go between the front and rear of the racks.
13. Snap on the trim piece that goes on top and between the racks.
14. Install rack filler panels to cover the open areas at the front of the racks. All the gaps in the front of
the rack must also be sealed, including the gaps between equipment. This step ensures that proper
airflow within the rack is maintained.
15. Connect the cables that go between the racks.
16. If the racks are secured to a rack mounting plate, torque the four bolts securing the rack to the rack
mounting plate to 54 - 67 newton-meters (40 - 50 foot-pounds).
17. If necessary, install a side panel on the end rack. For more information, see "Removing and replacing
side panels" on page 89.
18. If you are installing stabilizer brackets, go to "Attaching the stabilizer brackets" on page 4.
Connecting the power distribution system
You can use a power distribution system to monitor the individual power loads of the devices that are
plugged into it. Use the procedure in this section to connect this system.
About this task
To connect a power distribution unit, see "Power distribution unit and Intelligent Switched High Function
PDU" on page 53.
To connect the dc power distribution panel (feature code EPB8), see "Connecting the -48V DC Power
Distribution Panel (PDP), feature code EPB8" on page 26.
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