Mounting The Switch On A Rack; Rack-Mounted Installation Requirements; Attaching The Mounting Brackets To The Switch; Figure 7 Attaching The Mounting Brackets - ZyXEL Communications ES-2108 User Manual

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and Connection

2.2 Mounting the Switch on a Rack

This section lists the rack mounting requirements and precautions and describes the
installation steps.
Do NOT block the ventilation holes. Make sure that no objects obstruct the
airflow of the fans.

2.2.1 Rack-mounted Installation Requirements

• Two mounting brackets.
• Eight M3 flat head screws and a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
• Four M5 flat head screws and a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
Failure to use the proper screws may damage the unit.
2.2.1.1 Precautions
• Make sure the rack will safely support the combined weight of all the equipment it
contains.
• Make sure the position of the Switch does not make the rack unstable or top-heavy. Take
all necessary precautions to anchor the rack securely before installing the unit.

2.2.2 Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch

1 Position a mounting bracket on one side of the Switch, lining up the four screw holes on
the bracket with the screw holes on the side of the Switch.

Figure 7 Attaching the Mounting Brackets

2 Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, install the M3 flat head screws through the mounting
bracket holes into the Switch.
3 Repeat steps
Switch.
4 You may now mount the Switch on a rack. Proceed to the next section.
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1 and 2 to install the second mounting bracket on the other side of the
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