Below you will find brief information for rack accessories 4Post, rack accessories 2Post Center, rack accessories 2Post Flush. This document describes how to install rack accessories for Dell PowerEdge servers. The guide illustrates proper installation methods, including attaching the rails to the rack and sliding the equipment onto the rails. It covers various rack configurations, including 4Post, 2Post Center, and 2Post Flush. This information will help you get your equipment mounted securely in the rack.
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4Post and 2Post Rails for
Dell PowerEdge
4Post
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2Post Center
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2Post Flush
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Installation Instructions
Kit P/N: 2UBRK-R7
4Post Installation Instructions
Step 1. Install cage nuts as shown at the front and rear of the rack: (10) 12-24 black
cage nuts.
Front of Rack
(4) 12-24 black cage nuts
Rear of Rack
(6) 12-24 black cage nuts
Step 2. The rail kit is pre-set for rack depths of 27” to 30” [686mm to 762mm]: If your
rack is less than 27” [686mm] deep, move the hardware attaching the Rear Slider
brackets to get the needed adjustment range. Moving the hardware attaching
the Rear Slider can achieve any depth from 16” to 30” [406mm to 762mm]. The
Angle Bracket may need to be removed.
Angle Bracket
Pre-Set Range 27" to 30"
[686mm to 762mm]
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4Post Installation Instructions
Step 3. Attach the front and rear of both rails to the rack using 12-24 screws at each rail
end: Tighten the front and rear screws on the right side rail. Leave the front and
rear screws on the left side rail slightly loose.
(3) 12-24 Screws
Each Side
(2) 12-24 Screws
Each Side
Step 4. Install the equipment using two people: With one person on each side of the
equipment, slide the equipment onto the rails so the Equipment Mounting Nuts
on each side slide into the Rail Slot on both sides. Slide the equipment all
the way in. Tighten the (3) screws on the back of the left slide rail. Slide the
equipment out about 8 inches and tighten the (2) screws on the front of the left
slide rail.
Rail Slot
Equipment Mounting Nuts
(3) on each side
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2Post Center Installation Instructions
Step 1. Installing rail kit: Installing this rail kit in a 2Post center rack requires a change to
the pre-assembled rail configuration as follows (Note step: this may require a 3/8”
wrench or ratchet).
Angle Bracket
Range 3" to 6.5" [76mm to 165mm]
Step 2. Attach the rails to the rack:
- Attach the Front and Rear of the rails to the 2Post rack using (3) 12-24 Pan
head screws on each side.
- Tighten the front and rear screws on the right side rail. Leave the front and rear
screws on the left side rail slightly loose.
Rail Slot
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2Post Center Installation Instructions
Step 3. Install the equipment using two people: With one person on each side of the
equipment, slide the equipment onto the rails so the Equipment Mounting Nuts
on each side slide into the Rail Slot on both sides. Slide the equipment all
the way in. Tighten the (3) screws on the back of the left slide rail. Slide the
equipment out about 8 inches and tighten the (3) screws on the front of the left
slide rail.
Equipment Mounting Nuts
(3) on each side
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2Post Flush Front Installation Instructions
Step 1. Install Rails: Installing this rail kit in a 2Post flush rack requires a change to the
pre-assembled rail configuration as follows (Note step: this will require a 3/8”
wrench or ratchet).
Remove and discard the Angle Brackets and associated hardware from the preassembled rails.
Rail in Supplied Configuration
Angle Bracket
Pre-Set Range 27" to 30"
[686mm to 762mm]
"Right" Rail in the new 2Post Flush Configuration
Rear Slide
Rack Mount
Flanges
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Range 3" to 6.5"
[76mm to 165mm]
New Hardware
Location
2Post Flush Front Installation Instructions
Step 2. Attach the rails to the rack:
- Attach the Front of the rails to the 2Post rack using (2) 12-24 Flat head screws
on each side.
- Attach the Rear of the rails to the 2Post rack using (3) 12-24 Pan head screws
on each side.
(3) 12-24 Screws
Each Side
(2) 12-24 Pan Head Screws
Each Side
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2Post Flush Front Installation Instructions
Step 3. Tighten the front and rear screws on the right side rail: Leave the front and rear
screws on the left side rail slightly loose.
Step 4. Install the equipment using two people: With on person on each side of the
equipment, slide the equipment onto the rails so the Equipment Mounting Nuts
on each side slide into the Rail Slot on both sides. Slide the equipment all
the way in. Tighten the (3) screws on the back of the left slide rail. Slide the
equipment out about 8 inches and tighten the (2) screws on the front of the left
slide rail.
Rail Slot
Equipment Mounting Nuts
(3) on each side
Warranty Statement
Innovation First, Inc. warrants our products against defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. Innovation First, Inc. liability shall be limited to
repairing or replacing, at our option, any defective product.
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Installation instructions for Dell PowerEdge rack accessories
Multiple rack configurations supported: 4Post, 2Post Center, 2Post Flush
Detailed steps for attaching rails and installing equipment
Easy-to-follow diagrams
Includes information on adjusting the rails for different rack depths
Frequently Answers and Questions
What are the different rack configurations supported by this rail kit?
The rail kit supports 4Post, 2Post Center, and 2Post Flush configurations.
How do I adjust the rails for different rack depths?
The rail kit is pre-set for rack depths of 27" to 30". If your rack is less than 27" deep, you can move the hardware attaching the Rear Slider brackets to get the needed adjustment range. The Angle Bracket may need to be removed.
What tools are required to install the rails?
You may need a 3/8" wrench or ratchet to adjust the rails for different rack configurations.
What is the warranty period for the rails?
Rackmount Solutions offers a one-year warranty on its products.
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