Dell PowerConnect 2708 User Manual

Also see for 2724 - PowerConnect Switch: Appendix Datasheet Getting started guide

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29Installing the DeviceThe following mounting instructions apply to all three hardware configurations of PowerConnect2708, 2716, 2724 and 2748 devices. The section describes how to install a single device as a stand-alone device.Installing the Device in a RackCAUTION: Disconnect all cables from the unit before mounting the device in a rack or cabinet.CAUTION: When mounting multiple devices into a rack, mount the devices from the bottom up.To install the device in a rack, perform the following:1 Place the supplied rack-mounting bracket on one side of the device ensuring the mountingholes on the device line up to the mounting holes on the rack mounting bracket. Thefollowing figure illustrates where to mount the brackets.Figure 3-2. Bracket Installation for Rack Installation2 Insert the supplied screws into the rack mounting holes and tighten with a screwdriver.3 Repeat the process for the rack-mounting bracket on the other side of the device.4 Insert the unit into the rack, ensuring that the rack-mounting holes on the device line up tothe mounting hole on the rack.5 Secure the unit to the rack with the rack screws (not provided). Fasten the lower pair of screwsbefore the upper pair of screws. This ensures that the weight of the unit is evenly distributedduring installation. Ensure that the device ventilation holes are not obstructed.