Mounting Requirements; Power Guidelines And Requirements - Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Hardware Installation Manual

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Warning

Mounting Requirements

The following table provides the height, width, depth and weight of the chassis:
Characteristic
Height
Width
Depth
Weight
You can mount the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Edge uCPE using the following ways:
• On a desktop
• In a rack or cabinet (optional 4-point kit to use if rear support is required)
• On a wall
The positioning of your device and the arrangement of your equipment rack or wiring room are crucial factors
for optimal functionality. Placing equipment too closely, poor ventilation, and panels that are hard to reach
can lead to malfunctions, shutdowns, and pose challenges for maintenance. Ensure that both the front and
rear panels of the device are easily accessible during your planning process.
This information can help you plan the rack configuration for your equipment:
• Allow clearance around the rack for maintenance.
• Enclosed racks must have adequate ventilation. Ensure that the rack is not congested, because each device
• When mounting a chassis in an open rack, ensure that the rack frame does not block the intake or exhaust

Power Guidelines and Requirements

Check the power at your site to ensure that you are receiving "clean" power (free of spikes and noise). Install
a power conditioner if necessary.
Statement 1005—Circuit Breaker
This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the
protective device is rated not greater than: 20A
Measurement
1 RU (1.73 inches, 4.39 cm)
17.5 inches (44.45 cm)
17.5 inches (44.45 cm)
19 lb (9.015 kg) when fully configured
generates heat. An enclosed rack should have louvered sides and a fan to provide cooling air. Heat
generated by equipment near the bottom of the rack can be drawn upward into the intake ports of the
equipment above it.
ports. If the chassis is installed on slides, check the position of the chassis when it is seated in the rack.
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