Chassis Physical Specifications of an EX8216 Switch
The EX8216 switch chassis is a rigid sheet-metal structure that houses the other switch components. Table 1 summarizes the physical specifications of the EX8216 switch.
Table 1: Physical Specifications of an EX8216 Switch
Description |
Value |
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Chassis height |
36.5 in. (92.7 cm) |
Chassis width |
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Chassis depth |
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Weight |
See EX8216 Switch Configurations. Note: The fully loaded chassis weight includes the heaviest line cards in all 16 slots. If your switch configuration has lighter line cards, the fully loaded chassis weight will be in the 454–486 lb (206–220 kg) range. |
Figure 1 shows the front of an EX8216 switch.
Figure 1: EX8216 Switch Front
Figure 2 shows the rear of an EX8216 switch.
Figure 2: EX8216 Switch Rear
You can mount an EX8216 switch on a standard 19-in. four-post rack or a standard 800-mm enclosed cabinet. Up to two EX8216 switches can be installed in a standard (42 rack unit (U)) rack provided that the rack can handle their combined weight.
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Warning: Do not use the handles to lift the chassis manually. Failure to heed this warning can result in injury. See Mounting an EX8216 Switch on a Rack or Cabinet for instructions for lifting a chassis. |
