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CHAPTER 1: Specifications 1. Specifications Weight Capacity: RF500A–RF504A, RF513A–RF515A: 2000 lb. (907.2 kg); RF507A, RF509A–RF510A, RF518A–RF522A: 300 lb. (136.1 kg) CD Capacity: RF526: Up to 48 CDs Size: RF500A, RF504A: 90"H x 76.4"W x 34.25"D (228.6 x 194.1 x 87 cm); RF501A, RF515A: 90"H x 52.4"W x 34.25"D (228.6 x 133.1 x 87 cm);...
SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II 2. Introduction The ServCenter is a 48" or 72"W modular shelving unit that holds up to 2000 lb. (907.2 kg) of computer networking equipment. For smaller installations, choose the ServCenter II. It’s 90"H x 28.4"W x 34.25"D (228.6 x 72.1 x 87 cm) and holds up to 1500 lb.
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CHAPTER 2: Introduction Figure 2-1. ServCenter. Two ServCenter II models are available. • RF524A (inside width 24") measures 90"H x 28.4"W x 34.25"D (228.6 x 72.1 x 87 cm) and has (2) electronic/tower shelves and (1) tower floor shelf with roll-out kit. •...
SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II 2.2 Retractable Keyboard Holder The Retractable Keyboard Holder (RF505A) is 24"W and slides out for convenient keyboard access. Figure 2-3. Retractable keyboard holder (RF505A). 2.3 Horizontal Cable Managers Need to neatly organize cables? Use the Horizontal Cable Managers. They’re available in 24-, 48-, and 72-inch widths (RF506A, RF517A, and RF516A) and feature an open design for easy access.
CHAPTER 2: Introduction 2.4 Grid Shelves Grid shelves hold up to 200 lb. (90.7 kg). 24"W x 18"D (RF507A) and 48"W x 18"D (RF522A) sizes are available. Use the shelves with all ServCenters to store extra items. Figure 2-5. Grid Shelf (RF507A). 2.5 Mini Electronic/Tower Shelves Mini Electronic/Tower Shelves measure 24"W x 22"D (RF509A) and hold servers and other equipment in all ServCenters.
SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II 2.6 Mini Add-On Shelves The Mini Add-On Shelf (RF510A) provides a second shelf 6.5" (16.5 cm) above the Mini Electronic/Tower Shelf. This shelf measures 24" wide and installs in any ServCenter model (24", 48", or 70"). Figure 2-7.
CHAPTER 2: Introduction 2.8 Rackmount Panel Assembly The Rackmount Panel Assembly (RF508A) holds rackmount equipment in all ServCenters. Figure 2-9. Rackmount Panel Assembly (RF508A). 2.9 Electronic/Tower Shelves The Electronic/Tower Shelf measures 48"W x 22"D (RF518A) or 72"W x 22"D (RF519A). Use it to hold servers and other equipment.
SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II 2.11 Patch Panel Bracket The Patch Panel Bracket (RF512A) can be used in all ServCenters. It holds the patch panel in place on the rack. Mounting holes Figure 2-12. Patch Panel Bracket (RF512A). 2.12 Vertical Cable Management Cover Use the RF523A with all ServCenters to protect your cables from dust and damage.
SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II 3. Assembly 3.1 ServCenter 1. Lay the frame on the floor. 2. Place the uprights next to the sides of the frame. 3. Assemble the cable management and cable management cover to the uprights and frame as shown in Figures 3-1 and 3-2.
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CHAPTER 3: Assembly 36" vertical cable manager (4 required per ServCenter) Optional vertical trim panel ⁄ "-18 Hex nut (10 per ServCenter) ⁄ "-20 x ⁄ " long-button socket- head cap screw (8 required per ServCenter) Flat washer for ⁄ "...
SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II 3.2 Caster Bases With the included screws and hex nuts, the casters attach to the three ServCenter sizes (28.4"W, 52.4"W, 76.4"W). See Figures 3-3 through 3-5. Figure 3-3. Installing casters on a 28.4"W ServCenter II. Figure 3-4. Installing casters on a 52.4"W ServCenter.
CHAPTER 3: Assembly Figure 3-5. Installing casters on a 76.4"W ServCenter. 3.3 Roll-Out Tower Floor Shelves with Pull Straps Some ServCenter models (RF502A, RF503A, RF513A, RF514A, and RF524A) include a roll-out tower floor shelf with pull straps. Figures 3-6 through 3-9 show you how to assemble these shelves. #10 x ⁄...
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SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II #10 x ⁄ " long sheet metal screw (8 per shelf) 1" wide nylon pull strap Bottom of shelf Figure 3-7. Roll-out shelf for RF513A or RF514A. #10 x ⁄ " long sheet metal screw (8 per shelf) 1"...
CHAPTER 3: Assembly Casters Figure 3-9. 24" shelf assembled with casters. 3.4 Work Surfaces 1. Install the work surface mounting bracket to the slotted frame at the desired height. 2. Place the shelf so that the holes in the shelf and bracket line up with one another. Slotted frame Figure 3-10.
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SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II Bullnose faces the front of the unit Work surface mounting brackets #10 x ⁄ " sheet metal screws (12 per work surface) Figure 3-11. Assembling the work surface.
CHAPTER 3: Assembly 3.5 Retractable Keyboard Holder 1. When attaching the keyboard holder to the sheet metal bracket, insert the first tiny wheel through the large hole at the back of the bracket. See Figure 3-12. 2. Lift up the wire keyboard holder and, holding it at an angle, slide it along the slot. Second wheel Bracket Hole...
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SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II Tower/add-on shelf Keyboard holder 10 x ⁄ " long pan-head sheet metal screw (12 per shelf) Figure 3-13. Installing the keyboard holder. NOTE The same instructions apply to install the keyboard holder on a wood work surface.
CHAPTER 3: Assembly 3.6 Add-On Shelf Tower 1. Pass the cap screws through the end bracket. Loosely connect the cap nut to the screw. 2. Install the end brackets to the slotted frame (Figure 3-14) before attaching the shelves to the brackets as shown in Figure 3-15.
SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II Add-on shelf End brackets Electronic tower shelf #10 x ⁄ " sheet metal screw (4 per shelf) ⁄ -20 x ⁄ " long-button ⁄ "-20 open end cap socket-head cap screw nut (8 per shelf) (8 per shelf) Figure 3-16.
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CHAPTER 3: Assembly Figure 3-18. 18" x 24" grid shelf. Figure 3-19. 18" x 48" grid shelf.
SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II 3.8 Rackmount Panel Assembly NOTE Assemble the unit on the floor or bench before installing toothed brackets into the upright. ⁄ "-20 threaded holes (4 per rackmount panel) ⁄ "-20 x ⁄ long-button socket- head cap screw (4 per rackmount panel) #12-24 threaded holes...
SERVCENTER AND SERVCENTER II 3.10 Horizontal Cable Managers Attach the Horizontal Cable Manager to the back of the ServCenter as shown below. Back of unit Front of unit 24" Horizontal Cable Manager Figure 3-23. Installing the Horizontal Cable Manager. 3.11 Patch Panel Bracket The Patch Panel Bracket consists of two sections.
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • If you are shipping the ServCenter for repair, make sure you include everything that came in the original package. Before you ship, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.