Mounting the Switch

This chapter provides the instructions to mount the switch.

This chapter includes the following topics:

Two-Post Rack Mount

This section describes instructions for two-post rack mounting the switch.

To mount the switch in a rack, you need to assemble the mounting brackets to the chassis, then attach the brackets to the rack posts. It includes:

Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Chassis

This section describes the steps to attach mounting brackets to the switch chassis.
Figure 1. Attaching the Mounting Brackets
 

1

Flat head screw M4x6mm

2

L-bracket
Note: Ensure that there is about 1U rack spacing between the two devices on the rack.
  1. Position the L-bracket by aligning with the chassis holes on both the sides of the switch and fix it with M4x6mm flat head screws.
  2. Secure the mounting brackets firmly to the switch.

Inserting the Switch into the Rack

This section describes the steps to insert the switch into the rack.
Figure 2. Inserting the Switch into the Rack
 

1

Screw M4x25mm (screw is not included in the kit)

2

L-bracket
Note: For more information regarding the screw size, refer to Screw Size Details
Note: For thermal purposes, make sure that there is 1RU clearance above the rack mount bracket.
  1. Lift the chassis, attached with L-brackets, into the rack.
  2. Place the switch into the rack by aligning with the holes of the mounting bracket.
  3. Position the flanges against the rack posts as shown in the above figure.
  4. Attach the bracket flanges to the rack posts.