Step 2: Install The Controller In A Rack; Install The C Series Controller In A Two-Post Rack - Juniper C Series Quick Start Manual

C Series C3000 and C5000 Controller Quick Start
Tools Required to Prepare the C3000 and C5000 Controllers for Installation

Step 2: Install the Controller in a Rack

Install the C Series Controller in a Two-Post Rack

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Ensure that the cabinet allows the chassis hot exhaust air to exit from the cabinet
without recirculating into the controller.
The controller must be installed into a rack that is secured to the building structure.
Mount the controller at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
When mounting the controller in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom
to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
Figure 1: C Series Chassis Dimensions and Clearance Requirements
30" (76.2 cm)
clearance recommended
Front of chassis
19.2"
(48.7 cm)
Front-mounting flange
Height: 3.5" (8.8 cm)
To install the controller in a rack, you need the following tools:
Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2
Install the C Series Controller in a Two-Post Rack on page 4
Install the Controller in a Four-Post Rack on page 5
Remove the two front mount rails from either side of the chassis.
1.
Insert one midmount bracket to the center on either side of the chassis.
2.
Attach the chassis to the equipment rack and insert the other two midmount brackets
3.
on either side of the system to secure the chassis to the backs of the post (see
2 on page 5).
Verify that the mounting screws on one side of the rack are aligned with the mounting
4.
screws on the opposite side and that the appliance is level.
24" (61 cm)
23.52"
clearance required
(59.75 cm)
for maintenance
17.26"
(43.84 cm)
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Rear of chassis
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