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Dell PowerConnect J-Series J-EX4500 Ethernet Switch Hardware Guide
Table 24: Rack Requirements and Specifications for the Switch (continued)
Rack Requirement
Rack size and strength
Rack connection to
building structure
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Cabinet Requirements for J-EX4500 Switches
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Guidelines
Ensure that the rack complies with the standard for a 19-in. rack as defined in Cabinets, Racks,
Panels, and Associated Equipment (document number EIA-310–D) published by the Electronics
http://www.eia.org
Industry Association (
Ensure that the rack rails are spaced widely enough to accommodate the switch chassis' external
dimensions of 1.75 in. (4.45 cm) height, 17.5 in. (44.5 cm) width, and 10.5 in. (26.7 cm) depth.. The
outer edges of the front-mounting brackets extend the width of the chassis to 19 in. (48.2 cm).
The rack must be strong enough to support the weight of the switch.
Ensure that the spacing of rails and adjacent racks allows for the proper clearance around the
switch and rack.
Secure the rack to the building structure.
If earthquakes are a possibility in your geographical area, secure the rack to the floor.
Secure the rack to the ceiling brackets as well as wall or floor brackets for maximum stability.
One pair of mounting brackets for mounting the switch on two posts of a rack is supplied
with each switch. For mounting the switch on four posts of a rack or cabinet, you can
order a four-post rack-mount kit separately.
Chassis Physical Specifications for J-EX4500 Switches on page 7
Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance for J-EX4500 Switches
on page 60
Rack-Mounting and Cabinet-Mounting Warnings for J-EX Series Switches on page 173
Mounting a J-EX4500 Switch on page 78
You can mount the switch in a cabinet that contains a 19-in. rack.
Cabinet requirements consist of:
Cabinet size
Clearance requirements
Cabinet airflow requirements
Table 25 on page 59 provides the cabinet requirements and specifications for the switch.
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