Cisco 7000 And Cisco; Rack-Mount Kit Overview; Equipment Rack Descriptions - Cisco 7000 Installation Instructions Manual

Rack-Mount Kit Overview

Rack-Mount Kit Overview
This section describes the types of racks for which this rack-mounting kit is intended, and the
mounting configurations that are possible with each type.

Equipment Rack Descriptions

This kit is suitable for mounting the chassis in most 19-inch 2-post, 4-post, or Telco-type racks. The
rack must have at least two mounting posts on which to mount the hardware, and the distance
between the mounting holes in the two posts must be 18.31 inches .063 inches (as specified in the
Electronic Industries Association (EIA)–310-C standard).
Figure 1 shows the three types of equipment racks described in this document:
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Figure 1
Caution
Guidelines" on page 8 to familiarize yourself with the proper site and environmental conditions.
Failure to read and follow these guidelines could result in an bodily injury or damage to the system
chassis or components. This procedure requires two or more people to perform.
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Figure 1a shows a 2-post rack, which is usually a freestanding enclosed cabinet with two
mounting posts in the front.
Figure 1b shows a Telco-type rack, which comprises two adjacent mounting posts that are
usually secured to the floor and/or to an overhead structure.
Figure 1c shows a 4-post rack, which is usually a freestanding open rack, which can be either
open or enclosed.
Equipment Rack Types
a
Before installing the chassis in a rack or wiring closet, read the section "Safety
b c