Installing The Rackswitch In The Ibm Idataplex Rack - IBM G8316 Installation Manual

Installing the RackSwitch in the IBM iDataPlex rack

This section describes how to install the RackSwitch in an IBM iDataPlex rack. The
iDataPlex mounting kit allows the switch to be mounted either vertically or
horizontally. For information about mounting the RackSwitch in other rack types,
see the following sections:
v "Installing the RackSwitch in the standard equipment rack" on page 17
v "Installing the RackSwitch in the IBM System x
The iDataPlex rack mount kit must be purchased separately. The following table
lists the parts included in the iDataPlex mounting kit.
DANGER
(L002)
To install the RackSwitch in an iDataPlex rack, complete the following steps:
1. Locate and record the product switch information to configure and register your
2. Use the M4 screws to attach front and rear mounting brackets to each side of
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IBM System Networking RackSwitch G8316, Type 8036 and Type 1611-16E: Installation Guide
Table 13. iDataPlex rack mount kit parts
Item number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as shelves or work spaces.
product and set aside. See "Before installing the RackSwitch" on page 13.
Note: If this switch is a replacement switch, copy the product information from
the original switch onto the RID label that is shipped with replacement
switch and affix the new label to the bottom of the new switch.
the switch unit. Torque the screws to approximately 2.0 newton-meters (Nm) +/-
0.1 Nm (17.7 inch-pounds).
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or Power rack" on page 22
Description
Label
M6 locking washers
M6 screws
M6 clip nuts
M4 screws
Switch front bracket
Switch rear bracket
Rear mounting bracket
Quantity
1
8
8
8
16
2
2
2