Remove the Device from the Rack

Remove the Switch from a Four-Post Rack

To remove or reposition a device after you have mounted it in a rack, follow these steps.

1. Disconnect the device from its power source or sources.
2. Remove all cables and transceivers.
3. To remove a device from a four-post rack, do the following:
   1. Push the disconnect latch to release the device after it is fully extended.

      

      Disconnect latch for removal

      

   2. Disengage the retainers that are connecting the mounting brackets with the sliding rails on both sides.
   3. Carefully slide the device out of the slider assembly and place it on a flat surface.

      You can leave the slider assemblies in place. If you want to remove them, continue with the next step.

   4. On one of the slider assemblies, push the rear clamp until it separates from the rear rack post.

      

      Removing the Slider Assembly: Rear Rack Post

      

   5. Release the tab that holds the front of the slider assembly to the front rack post, and pull the pegs out.

      

      Removing the Slider Assembly: Front Rack Post

      

   6. Repeat step 3.d and step 3.e to remove the second slider assembly.

Remove the Switch from a Two-Post Rack

To remove a device from a two-post rack, do the following:

1. Unscrew the mounting brackets from the rack while carefully supporting the weight of the device.
2. Tilt the device so that the brackets are clear of the rack posts, and carefully lift it out of the rack.

   If the device cannot be tilted (because other equipment is mounted directly above and below), remove one or two mounting brackets from the device and then slide the device out.

If you plan to use the device again later, store it with the mounting brackets attached.