Table of Contents
Advertisement
•
•
Installing a PowerConnect B-MLXe-8 router in a rack
Because of the weight of a fully loaded PowerConnect B-MLXe-8 router, Dell recommends mounting
it in a rack before installing the modules and AC power supplies.
You can install up to six PowerConnect B-MLXe-8 routers in a standard 19-inch (EIA310-D) rack
using the standard rack installation method. If you use the cabinet mounting kit, you can install up
to 4 PowerConnect B-MLXe-8 routers in a standard 19-inch rack.
Front- or mid-mount your device in a standard rack
Your PowerConnect B-MLXe-8 router ships from the factory with mounting brackets attached for
front-mount installation in a standard rack. You can also use these brackets for a mid-mount
installation by simply removing the brackets from the front edges of the device and re-attaching
them in the center sides of the device using the pre-drilled holes. Refer to
You will need to provide four standard #12-24 pan-head screws (per router) and a #2 Phillips
screwdriver to secure routers in the rack.
NOTE
When connecting the device to the rack frame, use thread-forming screws and paint-piercing
washers.
Follow these steps to mount your device in a standard rack in either a front- or mid-mount
configuration.
1. Determine the position of each router in the rack according to weight. For example, mount the
2. Using the keyhole slots in the router mounting brackets as a guide, align one screw per rack
PowerConnect B-MLXe Hardware Installation Guide
53-1002111-01
Do not attempt to lift a fully configured router by yourself.
It is recommended that you install router components after you have installed the router in a
rack.
router with the fewest modules near the top of the rack, the router with more modules near the
middle of the rack, and a fully populated router near the bottom of the rack.
post, as shown in
Figure
26. On one side of the rack, the screw should align with the top hole in
the mounting bracket. On the other side of the rack, the screw should align with the bottom
hole of the mounting bracket. When tightening these screws, leave approximately 1/4 inch of
clearance between the back of the screw head and the rack post.
Installing a PowerConnect B-MLXe-8 router
2
Figure
27.
41
Advertisement
Table of Contents
