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Install the SRX4300 in a Rack

Mount the SRX4300 on a rack by following the recommended procedures that are appropriate for your site.

You can mount the SRX4300 on a four-post rack or in a cabinet. Use the toolless rack mount kit shipped with the device.

Complete these prerequisites before you mount the device:

Note:

Ensure that you support the rear of the chassis throughout the process of mounting the appliance on the rack.
CAUTION:

A qualified technician must verify that the rack or cabinet is strong enough to support the device's weight before mounting the device. Have the technician verify also that the rack or cabinet has adequate support at the installation site.
CAUTION:

If you are installing more than one device on a rack or in a cabinet, install the first device at the bottom of the rack.

Mount your Device by Using the JNP-4P-TL-1RU-RMK Rack Mount Kit on a Square Hole 4-Post Rack

Ensure that you have the following tools and parts available:

  • An ESD grounding strap—not provided.

  • A pair of side mounting brackets that attach to the chassis—provided with the rack mount kit.

  • A pair of front and rear mounting rails that attach to the rack posts—provided with the rack mount kit.

To mount the device on a four-post rack:

  1. Review the General Safety Guidelines and Warnings.
  2. Wrap and fasten one end of the electrostatic discharge (ESD) cable grounding strap around your bare wrist, and connect the other end to a site ESD point.
  3. To attach the side mounting brackets to the chassis, align the keyholes on the mounting brackets over the shoulder screws on the chassis. Slide the mounting brackets toward the rear of the chassis so that the shoulder screws get locked in place.
    Figure 1: Attach the Side Mounting Brackets Guide for attaching a rack-mounted device to sliding rails with green circles highlighting screws, locking mechanisms, and alignment points for proper installation.
  4. Assemble the mounting rails by sliding the rear mounting rails into the front rails.
    Figure 2: Assemble the Mounting Rails Diagram showing drawer slides with arrows indicating assembly directions, demonstrating how components fit together for smooth drawer operation.
  5. Install the mounting rails on the rack:
    1. Align the guide blocks of the rear mounting rails with the rear-post holes. Pull the rear mounting rails toward the front of the rack to lock the rails in place. You will hear a distinct click sound when the latch locks into the corresponding rack holes.
      Figure 3: Install the Rear Mounting Rails Installing rack rails in server rack with arrows showing direction. Labeled components and zoomed view of rear post connection mechanism.
    2. Align the guide blocks of the front mounting rails with the front-post holes. Push the front mounting rails toward the rear of the rack to lock the rails in place. You will hear a distinct click sound when the latch locks into the corresponding rack holes.
      Figure 4: Install the Front Mounting Rails Rack-mount rail system being installed onto server rack, with green arrows indicating installation direction and magnified view showing mounting mechanism for securing rails.
    3. Visually ensure that the front and rear latches are locked into place on the mounting rails. The mounting rails should be securely installed on the rack.
  6. Lift the device and position it in the rack, aligning the side mounting brackets with the mounting rails. Slide the device into the channels of the rack mounting rails.
    Figure 5: Slide the Device into the Rack Installing a server into a rack using sliding rails with green arrows highlighting steps for securing rails and sliding the server into place.
  7. Tighten the two thumbscrews to secure the device.
    Figure 6: Tighten the Thumbscrews Shelving system with adjustable components featuring close-up of knob mechanism for securing or changing shelf height, highlighted by green circles.

Mount your Device by Using the JNP-4P-TL-1RU-RMK Rack Mount Kit on a Threaded-Hole 4-Post Rack

Ensure that you have the following tools and parts available:

  • An ESD grounding strap—not provided.

  • A Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2—not provided.

  • Eight screws to attach the mounting rails to the rack posts—not provided.

  • A pair of side mounting brackets that attach to the chassis—provided with the rack mount kit.

  • A pair of mounting front and rear rails that attach to the rack posts—provided with the rack mount kit.

To mount the device on a four-post rack with threaded holes:

  1. Review the General Safety Guidelines and Warnings.
  2. Wrap and fasten one end of the electrostatic discharge (ESD) cable grounding strap around your bare wrist, and connect the other end to a site ESD point.
  3. To attach the side mounting brackets to the chassis, align the keyholes on the mounting brackets over the shoulder screws on the chassis. Slide the mounting brackets toward the rear of the chassis so that the shoulder screws get locked in place.
    Figure 7: Attach the Side Mounting Brackets Attach the Side Mounting Brackets
  4. Assemble the mounting rails:
    1. Remove the guide blocks from the front mounting rails by loosening the screws and washers.
      Figure 8: Removing the Guide Blocks from the Front Mounting Rail Front rail assembly with screws, washers, and brackets shown in an exploded view detailing part alignment.
    2. Remove the guide blocks from the rear mounting rail by loosening the screws and washers.
      Figure 9: Removing the Guide Blocks from the Rear Mounting Rail Technical drawing of a rear rail with exploded views of screws, washers, and nuts showing assembly details.
    3. Slide the rear mounting rails into the front rails.
      Figure 10: Assemble the Mounting Rails Diagram of drawer slides showing components and arrows indicating the assembly process for smooth drawer operation.
  5. Install the mounting rails on the rack:
    1. Insert the guide pin of the rear mounting rails into the rear-post holes. Pull the rear mounting rails toward the front of the rack to lock the rails in place. You will hear a distinct click sound when the latch locks into place.
      Figure 11: Install the Rear Mounting Rails Rack-mount rail installation showing sliding rails attached to front and rear rack posts, with inset zoom on connection details.
    2. Insert the guide pin of the front mounting rails into the front-post holes. Push the front mounting rails toward the rear of the rack to lock the rails in place. You will hear a distinct click sound when the latch locks into place. Secure the front mounting rails to the front rack post by using screws appropriate for your rack threaded size (not provided).
      Figure 12: Install and Secure the Front Mounting Rails Installation diagram of a rack mount rail system showing front and rear rack posts, rails being attached with screws, and arrows indicating installation direction.
    3. Secure the rear mounting rails to the rear rack post by using screws appropriate for your rack threaded size (not provided).
      Figure 13: Secure the Rear Mounting Brackets Assembly diagram showing horizontal support beams secured to vertical posts with screws and brackets, with a close-up view of the connection point.
    4. Visually ensure that the front and rear latches are locked into place on the mounting rails. The mounting rails should be securely installed on the rack.
      Figure 14: Mounting Rails Installed and Secured Technical drawing of modular shelving system with horizontal beams connected to vertical posts with adjustable holes for shelves.
  6. Lift the device and position it in the rack, aligning the side mounting brackets with the mounting rails. Slide the device into the channels of the rack mounting rails.
    Figure 15: Slide the Device into the Rack Server being mounted onto sliding rails within a rack enclosure with green arrows and zoomed sections highlighting key components and actions.
  7. Tighten the two thumbscrews to secure the device.
    Figure 16: Tighten the Thumbscrews Shelving system with adjustable components featuring a close-up of a locking knob highlighted by green circles and an inset showing how to turn the knob to secure or adjust the shelf.

Mount your Device by Using the SRX-2PST-TLESS-RMK Rack Mount Kit on a 2-Post Rack

Ensure that you have the following tools and parts available:

  • An ESD grounding strap—not provided.

  • A screwdriver—not provided.

  • Four screws appropriate for your rack threaded size—not provided.

  • A pair of side mounting brackets that attach to the chassis—provided with the rack mount kit.

To mount the device on a two-post rack:

  1. Review the General Safety Guidelines and Warnings.
  2. Wrap and fasten one end of the electrostatic discharge (ESD) cable grounding strap around your bare wrist, and connect the other end to a site ESD point.
  3. To attach the side mounting brackets to the chassis, align the keyholes on the mounting brackets over the shoulder screws on the chassis. Slide the mounting brackets toward the front of the chassis. The latch on the mounting brackets locks into place.
    Figure 17: Attach the Side Mounting Brackets Installing rack-mount brackets onto a network device with step-by-step instructions and green arrows showing assembly direction.
  4. Lift the device and position it in the rack, aligning the holes on the side mounting brackets with the rack post holes. Attach the mounting brackets to the rack post by using screws appropriate for your rack threaded size (not provided).
    Figure 18: Attach the Device to the Rack Posts Rack-mounted network device being installed in a server rack with screws and green arrow indicating positioning alignment.
  5. Tighten the screws using a screwdriver. Ensure that the device is secured to the rack posts.
    Figure 19: Secure the Device Rack-mounted Juniper Networks hardware unit secured in a server rack, likely a network switch or router for data center use.