Brocade Communications Systems PowerConnect B-DCX Quick Start Manual page 10

CAUTION
Use safe lifting practices when moving the product. (C015)
NOTE
A fully populated Brocade DCX 8510-8 (eight FC16-48 port cards, 384 ports) weighs approximately 159.2 kg (351 lbs)
and requires a hydraulic or assisted lift to install it.
1. Unpack the Brocade DCX 8510-8.
a. Cut the bands that encircle the packaging.
b. Remove the lid and the kits and foam from the top of the chassis.
c. Lift the cardboard box off the chassis and remove the plastic bag from around the chassis.
Save the packing materials for use when returning the old chassis.
d. Leave the chassis on top of the plastic shipping tray if the chassis must be transported to the installation
location.
NOTE
The Brocade DCX 8510-8 packaging does not incorporate a wood pallet and pallet brackets. The chassis sits on
top of a plastic shipping tray.
2. Use a pallet jack or other assisted lift to transport the new chassis to the installation area. Doorways must be
wider than 36 in. (91 cm) to accommodate the chassis.
3. Remove the 14U rack mount kit, accessory kit, packing foam, and antistatic plastic from the chassis and set
aside.
4. Remove the chassis door from the Brocade DCX 8510-8.
5. Remove the cable management comb.
6. Use a lift to raise the chassis to the correct level. If installing the chassis in a cabinet, follow the instructions
provided by the rack kit manufacturer.
7. If applicable, lock the wheels of the lift.
8. Gently slide the chassis onto the final installation surface, ensuring that it remains supported during the
transfer.
9. Ensure that the chassis is oriented so that the nonport side has access to intake air (cool).
10. Reinstall the cable management comb.
11. Reinstall the door. The door must be installed to meet EMI compliance.
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