Cisco MDS 9000 Series Rack Installation page 5

Appendix 1 Rack Installation
Attach the crossbar to the shelf brackets as shown in
Step 4
Insert the slider rails into the shelf brackets as shown in
Step 5
rack-mounting rails using a minimum of four 12-24 or 10-24 screws.
Installing the Switch on the Brackets
This section provides information on how to install the switch on the rack-mount support brackets and
on the shelf brackets and includes the following subsections:
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Installing the Switch on the Rack-Mount Support Brackets
This section provides general instructions for installing the switch on top of the rack-mount support
brackets. For detailed installation instructions, see the
in a Rack" section on page
This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be
Warning
accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security.
Statement 1017
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
Warning
Statement 1030
Before you install, operate, or service the system, see the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
Note
for the Cisco MDS 9000 Family for important safety information.
To install the switch on top of the rack-mount support brackets, follow these steps:
Verify that the rack-mount support brackets are level and securely attached to the rack-mounting rails,
Step 1
the support rack-mount support brace is securely attached to the brackets, and the rack is stabilized.
Slide a mechanical lift under the switch and lift the switch up onto the rack-mount support brackets,
Step 2
ensuring it is squarely positioned.
Attach the switch to the rack-mounting rails. See the
Step 3
in a Rack" section on page
Caution
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Installing the Switch on the Rack-Mount Support Brackets, page 1-5
Installing the Switch on the Shelf Brackets, page 1-8
1-5.
1-5.
We recommend grounding the chassis, even if the rack is already grounded. There is a
grounding pad with two threaded M4 holes on the chassis for attaching a grounding lug.
Figure
Figure
"Installing the Cisco MDS 9250i Switch Chassis
"Installing the Cisco MDS 9250i Switch Chassis
Cisco MDS 9250i Multiservice Fabric Switch Hardware Installation Guide
Installing the Switch on the Brackets
1-1, using the 10-32 screws.
1-1. Attach them to the rear
1-5