Part No. 213408-A
May 2002
4401 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054
How to Use the
Rack-Mounting
Brackets Kit
*213408-A*
Copyright © 2002 Nortel Networks
All rights reserved. May 2002.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The statements, configurations, technical data, and recommendations in this document are believed to be accurate and reliable, but are presented without express or implied warranty. Users must take full responsibility for their applications of any products specified in this document. The information in this document is proprietary to Nortel Networks NA.
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Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, Nortel Networks NA Inc. reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
Nortel Networks NA Inc. does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
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Introduction
The rack-mounting brackets kit provides instructions to install your Nortel Networks* module in a standard equipment rack.
Contact your Nortel Networks representative for information about which Nortel Networks products use the rack-mounting brackets.
This guide includes information about the following topics:
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“Before you begin ,” next
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“Package contents” on page 4
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“Installing the module in an equipment rack” on page 4
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“How to get help” on page 6
Before you begin
Make sure the area where you will install and use the module meets these environmental requirements:
• Ambient temperature between 41
°
and 104
°
F
(5
° and 40
°
C)
• Relative humidity between 5% and 85% noncondensing
• No nearby heat sources such as hot air vents or direct sunlight
• No nearby sources of severe electromagnetic noise
• No excessive dust
• Adequate power source within six feet; one 15-Amp circuit required for each power supply
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• At least 2 inches (5.08 cm) on each side of the module for ventilation
• Adequate space at the front and rear of the module for access to cables
Package contents
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Rack-mounting hardware:
• Rack-mount brackets
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Screws for attaching brackets to the module
Screws for attaching the module to the equipment rack
Installing the module in an equipment rack
Required tool:
• Phillips screwdriver for attaching brackets to the module
Rack requirements:
• A space of 2.8 inches is provided for each module in an EIA or IEC standard 19-inch (48.2-centimeter) equipment rack.
• The rack is bolted to the floor and braced if necessary.
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• The rack is grounded to the same grounding electrode used by the power service in the area. The ground path must be permanent and must not exceed 1 ohm of resistance from the rack to the grounding electrode.
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1 Attach a bracket to each side of the module.
The bracket with the round holes goes on the right side of the module, where the round fan vents are located.
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2 Slide the module into the rack. Insert and tighten the rack-mount screws.
How to get help
If you purchased a service contract for your Nortel Networks product from a distributor or authorized reseller, contact the technical support staff for that distributor or reseller for assistance.
If you purchased a Nortel Networks service program, contact one of the following Nortel Networks Technical Solutions Centers.
Technical Solutions Center
EMEA
North America
Telephone
(33) (4) 92-966-968
(800) 2LANWAN or (800) 252-6926
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Technical Solutions Center
Asia Pacific
China
Telephone
(61) (2) 9927-8800
(800) 810-5000
An Express Routing Code (ERC) is available for many Nortel
Networks products and services. When you use an ERC, your call is routed to a technical support person who specializes in supporting that product or service. To locate an ERC for your product or service, go to the www12.nortelnetworks.com/ URL and click ERC at the bottom of the page.
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