Rack type

Use a two-post rack or a four-post rack. You can mount the switch on any two-post or four-post rack that provides bracket holes or hole patterns spaced at 1 U (1.75 in./4.45 cm) increments and that meets the size and strength requirements to support the weight.

A U is the standard rack unit defined in Cabinets, Racks, Panels, and Associated Equipment (document number EIA-310–D) published by the Electronics Industry Association (http://www.eia.org).

The rack must meet the strength requirements to support the weight of the chassis.

Mounting bracket hole spacing

The holes in the mounting brackets are spaced at 1 U (1.75 in. or 4.45 cm), so that the switch can be mounted in any rack that provides holes spaced at that distance.

Rack size and strength

• Ensure that the rack complies with one of these standards:
  • A 19-in. rack as defined in Cabinets, Racks, Panels, and Associated Equipment (document number EIA-310–D) published by the Electronics Industry Association (http://www.eia.org).
• Ensure that the rack rails are spaced widely enough to accommodate the switch chassis' external dimensions . The outer edges of the front-mounting brackets extend the width of the chassis to 19 in. (48.2 cm).
• The rack must be strong enough to support the weight of the switch.
• Ensure that the spacing of rails and adjacent racks allows for the proper clearance around the switch and rack.

Rack connection to building structure

• Secure the rack to the building structure.
• If earthquakes are a possibility in your geographical area, secure the rack to the floor.
• Secure the rack to the ceiling brackets as well as wall or floor brackets for maximum stability.