Brocade Communications Systems Slim Rail Rack Mount Operating and maintenance manual

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Slim Rail Rack Mount Kit
Installation Procedure
Supporting Brocade 6510, 6505

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Title Publication number Summary of changes Date
Slim Rail Rack Mount Kit Installation
Procedure
53-1002176-01 New document April 2011
Slim Rail Rack Mount Kit Installation
Procedure
53-1002176-02 Added Brocade 6505 December 2011
Slim Rail Rack Mount Kit Installation
Procedure
53-1002176-03 Corrected rack depth
information.
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Installation requirements
ATTENTION
The rails in the Slim Rail Rack Kit have been specially designed for the Brocade 6510 and 6505. Because the switch
is slightly wider than most switches, the rails are narrower to account for the additional width. Do not attempt to mount
the 6510 or 6505 with standard rail kits.
Allow 15 to 30 minutes to complete this procedure. Note the following requirements to ensure correct installation
and operation:
•Provide space in a EIA rack, as required for the switch type, with a minimum distance of 27 in. (68.58 cm) and a
maximum distance of 31 in. (78.74 cm) between the front and back posts.
•Verify that the additional weight of the switch does not exceed the rack’s weight limits.
•Ensure that an electrical branch circuit with the following characteristics is available:
-Required voltage and frequency as indicated in the hardware reference manual. (200-240 VAC is always
preferred)
-Protection by a circuit breaker in accordance with local electrical codes.
-Supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size that conform to the electrical rating on the switch nameplate.
-Grounded outlet compatible with the power cord and installed by a licensed electrician.
•Ensure that all equipment installed in the rack is grounded through a reliable branch circuit connection. Do not
rely on a secondary connection to a branch circuit, such as a power strip.
•Ensure that the rack is mechanically secured to ensure stability.
•Ensure that the air temperature at the fan inlet is less than 40oCelsius (104oFahrenheit) during switch
operation.
•Ensure that the airflow available at the air vents meets the minimum requirements for the switch.
ATTENTION
Ensure that the switch is oriented properly with the air-intake aisle. The power supply and fan FRU airflow must be the
same to prevent overheating. If both FRUs have the Intake (I) label or no label, orient the switch with the fan facing
the air-intake aisle. If both FRUs have the Exhaust (E) label, orient the port side of the switch to face the air-intake
aisle.
Time Required
Allow 15 to 30 minutes to complete this procedure.
Items Required
The following items are required to install a switch using the slimline fixed rack mount kit:
•Clamps or other means of temporarily supporting the switch in the rack.
•Phillips #2 screwdriver with torque capability.
•1/4 in. slotted-blade screwdriver with torque capability.

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Parts List
Ensure that the items listed in Table 1 and illustrated in Figure 1 are included in the kit.
TABLE 1 Parts list for mounting kit for 4-post rack
Part number Description Quantity
42-1000662 Bracket, front right 1
42-1000664 Bracket, front left 1
42-1000665 Bracket, rear left 1
42-1000663 Bracket, rear right 1
52-0200050 Screw, 8-32 x 5/16 in., panhead Phillips (torque to 15 in-lb, 17 cm-kg) 10
52-0000241 Screw, 6-32 x 1/4 in., flathead Phillips (torque to 9 in-lb, 10 cm-kg) 8
52-0000211 Screw, 10-32 x 5/8 in., panhead Phillips (torque to 25 in-lb, 29 cm-kg) 8
52-0000210 Retainer nut, 10-32 8
52-0000270 Retainer nut, 10-32, round holes 8

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FIGURE 1 Items in slimline fixed rack mount kit
1 Bracket, front right 6 Screw, 6-32 x 1/4 in., flathead Phillips
2 Bracket, front left 7 Screw, 10-32 x 5/8 in., panhead Phillips
3 Bracket, rear left 8 Retainer nut, 10-32, (for square-hole rack rails)
4 Bracket, rear right 9 Retainer nut, 10-32, (for round-hole rack rails)
5 Screw, 8-32 x 5/16 in., panhead Phillips
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2
3
4
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Installation procedure
ATTENTION
The switch must be turned off and disconnected from the fabric during this procedure.
Complete these tasks to install the switch in a rack:
•“Attaching front brackets”
•“Installing the switch in the rack”
•“Attaching rear brackets to front brackets”
•“Attaching rear brackets to rack rails”
Attaching front brackets
Complete the following steps to attach the front brackets to the switch.
1. Position the right front bracket with the flat side against the right side of the switch (Figure 2).
2. Insert two 8-32 x 5/16 in. screws into one of the pairs of vertically aligned holes in the bracket and then into the
pair of holes on the side of the switch. There are three pairs of vertically aligned holes in the brackets. To install
the switch flush to the front of the rack, use the pair of holes at the front of the bracket. To install the switch in a
recessed position in the rack, use one of the other two pairs of bracket holes that are set back from the end of
the bracket.
3. Insert each 8-32 x 5/16 in. screw through the holes in the bracket and into the corresponding hole in the switch
and tighten all 8-32 x 5/16 in. screws to a torque of 15 in-lb (17 cm-kg).
4. Repeat step 1 through step 3 to attach the left front bracket to the left side of the switch.
FIGURE 2 Position the front bracket (6510 shown, 6505 similar)
1 Bracket, front right 3 Screw, 8-32 x 5/16 in., panhead Phillips (5 per side)
2 Bracket, front left
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Installing the switch in the rack
Complete the following steps to install the switch in the rack.
1. Position the switch in the rack (Figure 3), providing temporary support under the switch until the rail kit is
secured to the rack.
2. Attach the right front bracket to the right front rack post using two 10-32 x 5/8 in. screws and two retainer nuts.
3. Repeat step 2 to attach the left front bracket to the left front rack post and tighten all 10-32 x 5/8 in. screws to
a torque of 25 in-lb (29 cm-kg).
FIGURE 3 Position the switch in the rack (6510 shown, 6505 similar)
Attaching rear brackets to front brackets
Complete the following steps to attach the rear brackets to the front brackets.
1. Position the right rear bracket inside the right front bracket (Figure 4).
2. Attach the brackets using four 6-32 x 1/4 in. screws.
3. Adjust the brackets to rack depth and tighten the screws to a torque of 9 in-lb (10 cm-kg).
1 Bracket, front right 3 Screw, 10-32 x 5/8 in., panhead Phillips
2 Bracket, front left 4 Retainer nut, 10-32, square or round hole as needed
4
2
3
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4. Repeat step 1 through step 3 to attach the left rear bracket to the left front bracket.
FIGURE 4 Position the rear and front brackets (6510 shown, 6505 similar)
Attaching rear brackets to rack rails
Complete the following steps to attach the rear brackets to the rack rails.
1. Attach the right rear bracket to the right rear rack rail using two 10-32 x 5/8 in. screws and two retainer nuts
(Figure 5).
2. Repeat step 1 to attach the left rear bracket to the left rear rack rail and tighten all the 10-32 x 5/8 in. screws to
a torque of 25 in-lb (29 cm-kg).
3. Provide power to the switch by connecting the power cords to the power connectors on the switch and a power
outlet. Some switches require you to flip a power switch to be powered on.
ATTENTION
Connect the power cords to a grounded outlet only. Ensure that any power cord is routed so that it is not exposed
to stress. Leave a minimum service loop of 6 in. in the power cords at the connection to switch. This allows
enough freedom of movement to plug and unplug the power cords.
NOTE
If your power cord management scheme involves supporting the power cord on the rack rail, Brocade
recommends that you purchase adhesive-backed cable retainers and fasten these to the rails to hold the cords.
NOTE
Do not connect the switch to the network until the IP address is correctly set. Refer to the appropriate hardware
reference manual for information on setting the IP address for the switch.
1 Bracket, front right 3 Bracket, rear left
2 Bracket, rear right 4 Screw, 6-32 x 1/4 in., flathead Phillips (four per bracket)
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FIGURE 5 Attach the rear bracket to the rack post (6510 shown, 6505 similar)
1 Bracket, front right 3 Retainer nut, 10-32, square or round holes as needed
2 Bracket, rear right 4 Screw, 10-32 x 5/8 in., panhead Phillips
3
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