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Other Safety
Guidelines
Mounting Installation
Overview
Mounting Options
Caution
Unpacking the Net-Net
4500
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Do not block the air inlets or the fan module, or obstruct airflow to the system
in any way.
Position equipment to allow for serviceability. This will aid in chassis removal,
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and prevent the need to remove or loosen other equipment in the rack.
Remember that the Ethernet interfaces are limited to 328 feet/ 100 meters as
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defined by the FAST Ethernet standard, IEEE 802.3.
Use the contents of the Slide extender kit for cabinet-style, 4-post equipment
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racks that range in depth from 28" - 32".
When preparing to install your Acme Packet 4500:
Review the precautions detailed in the
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beginning installation.
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Ensure that the equipment rack is securely bolted to the floor, and that the
equipment rack and components are properly grounded.
For AC power installations, use a regulating UPS to protect the Acme Packet
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4500 from power surges, voltage spikes, and power failures.
For AC power installations, ensure that your UPS can supply power for enough
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time to save your system data and shut down the system gracefully.
This section explains how to unpack and install your Acme Packet 4500 in a
telecommunications or server equipment rack. The Acme Packet 4500's standard
mounting hardware is used for installation in a 19" 4-post, cabinet-style equipment
rack. Mounting hardware for a 23" equipment rack is available by special order.
The Acme Packet 4500 ships with hardware for mounting in 4-post tapped-hole
equipment rack or square-hole equipment rack. The Acme Packet 4500 also ships
with hardware for mounting in a 2-post center-mount equipment rack. This section
explains the procedures for each mounting option.
Failure to follow the instructions outlined in this section might
compromise the Acme Packet 4500's proper functioning. To
prevent personal injury, we recommend that two people lift
and install the chassis into the equipment rack.
To unpack the Acme Packet 4500:
1.
Inspect the external packing materials and note if they are damaged in any way.
2.
Open the exterior box.
3.
Unpack the contents of the Acme Packet 4500 shipment.
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