Installing Devices Vertically In The Rack Cabinet; Installing A 1U Pdu Or Console Switch Vertically In The Rack Side Area - IBM Power Systems 7953-94X Installing

Install clip nuts by sliding them over the mounting holes in the rear vertical 1U mounting compartments
as shown in the following illustration.
M6 clip nut
Figure 20. Installing clip nuts on the rack-mounting flanges

Installing devices vertically in the rack cabinet

You can use the space on the sides and in the rear of the rack cabinet to vertically mount power
distribution units (PDUs) and console switches.
For more information about installing a device vertically in the rack cabinet, see the documentation that
comes with your PDU or console switch.

Installing a 1U PDU or console switch vertically in the rack side area

Learn to install a 1U power distribution unit or console switch vertically in a rack side area.
The rack cabinet comes with space on the sides to vertically mount power distribution units (PDUs) and
console switches. Each rack has six locations, three on each side of the rack cabinet. To install a device in
the side area, you must use flange nuts and the M6 button-head cap screws that come in the hardware
kit.
To install a 1U PDU or console switch vertically in the rack side area, complete the following steps:
1. Attach the two mounting brackets to the sides of the PDU or console switch. For more information,
see the documentation that comes with the device.
2. Align the holes in the mounting bracket with the holes in the rack flange.
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Installing the 7953-94X and 7965-94Y rack and features