Mounting the CVX 600 in a Rack296-1011-202 Rel. 5.0, Doc. Rev. 02.01 1-7Chassis InstallationMounting the CVX 600 in a RackRack CapacityYou can install up to seven AC-powered CVX 600s or up to ten DC-poweredCVX 600s in a standard Telco or Electronic Industries Association (EIA) rack.Rack RequirementsThe rack must meet the following requirements:• Heavy-duty steel construction• EIA standard hole spacing, or a Telco rack with 25 mm spacing• Width of 19 in. (48.26 cm) or 23 in. (58.42 cm), depth of 24 in. (60.96 cm)Nortel Networks Rack RecommendationNortel Networks recommends using a Physical Telecommunications Environment(PTE) 2000 rack.Rack PlacementThe rack you plan to install should be in an area that is:• A dedicated equipment room or closet, wired in accordance with localelectrical codes• Large enough to allow easy access for service and maintenance• Free of dust, smoke, and electrostatic dischargeCaution: Nortel Networks does not authorize the use of racks with frontor rear doors or side panels. The operating environment must provideairflow at 200 cubic feet per minute (CFM) per CVX 600 chassis at atemperature range of 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C). The optimal ambienttemperature for reliable CVX 600 operation is 68° to 77°F (20° to 25°C).
