Removing a QFX3100 Director Device from a Rack or Cabinet

If you need to relocate an installed QFX3100 Director device, use the procedure described in this topic. (The remainder of this topic uses “rack” to mean “rack or cabinet.” )

Note: When you remove multiple devices from a rack, remove the device in the top of the rack first and proceed to remove the rest of the devices from top to bottom.

Before removing a QFX3100 Director device from a rack:

• Ensure that the rack is stable and secured to the building.
• Ensure that there is enough space to place the removed QFX3100 Director device in its new location and along the path to the new location.
• Read General Safety Guidelines and Warnings.
• Ensure that the QFX3100 Director device has been safely powered off and that you have unplugged (disconnected) the power cords.
• Ensure that you have disconnected any cables or wires attached to the QFX3100 Director device ports.

• A Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2 or number 3, depending on the size of your rack mounting screws, for mounting the QFX3100 Director device on the rack.

To remove a QFX3100 Director device from a rack or cabinet:

1. Use the screwdriver to remove the mounting screws that attach the chassis front-mounting brackets to the rack or cabinet.
2. Place the removed screws in a labeled bag. You will need them when you reinstall the chassis.
3. Lift the QFX3100 Director device from the rack or cabinet and transport it to your desired new location.