Optional Rack Mount Rail Kit Installation

This appendix describes the installation and use of the optional SSA Universal Rack Mount kit, model number SSA-FB-MOUNTKIT. This optional rack mounting kit provides for flexible mounting options in both four-post and two-post rack installations.

Warning

Electrical hazard: Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures.

Riesgo Electrico: Solamente personal calificado debe realizar procedimientos de instalacion.

Elektrischer Gefahrenhinweis: Installationen sollten nur durch ausgebildetes und qualifiziertes Personal vorgenommen werden.

Risques d'électrocution: Seul un personnel qualifié doit effectuer les procédures d'installation.

Begin by reviewing Required Tools and Installation Site Requirements. Then, check Contents of the Mounting Kit to verify that your kit contains all of the required parts.

To perform the installation, follow these steps in order:

1. Remove the rack mount ears from the chassis.

   See Removing the Rack Mount Ears from the SSA Switch.

2. Attach the adapter plates to the chassis.

   See Installing the Adapter Plates.

3. Install the rail assemblies in either a four-post or two-post rack, and install the chassis in the rack..

   See Four-Post Rack Mount Installation or Two-Post Rack Mount Installation .