DirectConnect DCRACK38U User manual

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PROFESSIONAL SERIES RACKS 29U, 38U, and 42U
DirectConnect®offers solutions for custom installers and custom system integrators with a full
line of multi-use Professional Racks that deliver extraordinary capabilities in construction and
performance: elegant yet secure lockable, solid steel construction; thermal system; power
control; and a robust caster system.
These space saving and sturdy racks offer locking custom-designed, see-through, tempered
front and vented rear doors and removable sides, which provide quick access to all your
Audio/Visual, Servers, and Network equipment. The rack’s top-mounted, thermal-controlled
dual fans and ventilation construction efficiently remove heat produced from your enclosed
equipment. The internal numbered mounting rails are depth-adjustable to fit virtually any piece of
19” equipment. And, in addition to all the included equipment that are options on most other racks,
DirectConnect®also has a full line-up of optional accessories like rack blanks (1U-4U), extra A/C
power distribution strips, standard and/or vented fixed shelving (1U-3U), and sliding (pull out) shelving.
EASY INSTALLATION:Quick and easy assembly - Four easy steps
EASY ACCESS:Removable sides and reversible front and rear doors
POWER ACCESS:1U 6 outlet Power Distribution Strip with protected on/off switch
UNIVERSAL MOUNTING:Numbered solid steel adjustable mounting rails
COOLING:1U Digital Thermal Controller and top loaded dual 5” Cooling Fans
VENTILATION:Custom tempered glass door and vented rear door
CABLE MANAGEMENT:Removable cable plates in rack’s top & base, plus space between
rails & door for 2” x 2” PVC cable management molding
SAFETY:Locking vented tempered glass front & vented rear doors, adjustable feet on all
four corners and heavy duty locking removable caster system (six screws)
REV07/22/11
IMPORTANT:If you do not understand correct installation instructions,
please consult your installation specialist.
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Thank you for purchasing this DirectConnect®product. For optimum performance
and safety, please read these instructions carefully before assembling, operating, or
adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Table of Content
1.0 Hardware List ……………………….……… 3
2.0 Features ……………………………………… 4
3.0 Package Contents…………………………… 4
4.0 Installation Guide ………………………….… 5
4.1 Un-packaging 2 of 3 & Installation Guide…. 5
4.2 Un-packaging 1 of 3 & Installation Guide…. 5
4.3 Un-packaging 3 of 3 & Installation Guide..... 6
4.4 Installing the Doors and Panels …………..… 6
5.0 Operation and Adjustment…………………... 7
SAFETY WARNING:
1. These DirectConnect®Professional Series Racks are intended for use only
within the maximum weights indicated. See apparatus instructions. Use with
products heavier than the maximum weights indicated may result in instability,
causing possible injury.
2. Do not climb on, rock, shake, stand on, or tilt your Professional Series Racks.
3. Someone with good mechanical aptitude, who has experience with basic building
construction, & who fully understands this manual, should install this product.
4. Safety gear and proper tools must be used. A minimum of two people could be
required for this installation. Failure to use safety gear can result in property
damage, serious injury or death.
5. This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed.
Keep these items away from young children.
6. Never exceed the Maximum Load Capacity.
7. Do to the height and weights of the Professional Series Racks do not move by
yourself assistance is required. Always use an assistant or mechanical lifting
equipment to safely lift and position equipment.
8. Tighten screws firmly, but do not over-tighten. Over-tightening can damage the
items, greatly reducing their holding power.
IMPORTANT: If you do not understand correct installation instructions,
please consult your regular installation specialist
*DirectConnect® is a registered trademark.
5.0 OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT
1) The DirectConnect®Professional Series mounting rails (A & B) 10-32 pre - threaded
holes and the (J & K) 10-32 square knockout holes (as shown in Figure 7) are labeled in
EIA standard rack space increments allowing for easy equipment alignment.
a) Using threaded mounting rails (A & B) for front - Select the location that the equipment
is to be mounted and screw down the equipment with 10-32 bolts (H).The mounting rails
(A & B) have pre-threaded 10-32 holes just screw equipment directly into desired position.
b) Using square knockout mounting rails (J & K) for front - Select the location that the
equipment is to be mounted and insert the supplied 10-32 snap nuts (I) by pressing on either
side of the nut, then insert the clamp side into the square hole, and release into the mounting
rails (J & K) where the equipment is to be mounted. To completed screw down the equipment
with 10-32 bolts and 10-32 snap nuts (H & I) into desired position
c) If the equipment has mounting with hooks, just hook the bracket into position for any
equipment that has mounting brackets with hooks
2) The DirectConnect®Professional Series Racks are equipped
with locking heavy duty casters (D) to move the rack easily. There
are four (4) adjustable locking feet (C) on the base of the rack, use a
wrench to adjust the feet until the legs are lowered enough that the wheels are slightly off the
ground and lock with nut to base. Also they ensure that the rack does not tip forward when a
heavy drawer is pulled out. ( CAUTION - feet may damage flooring if rack is moved when loaded with equipment)
3) Determine the type of optional shelves - Fixed or Sliding
a) Fixed Shelves - secured to the mounting rails (A & B or J & K) using supplied 10-32 bolts (H). Short
shelves use 10-32 bolts (H) to attach into place to the front mounting rails (A & B or J & K) of the rack.
Deeper shelves determine the desired height that you want to install the shelf at, and then fasten
the shelf with the provided 10-32 bolts (H) to the front of the mounting rails (A & B or J & K).
b) Sliding Shelves - Determine the desired height to install the shelf then line up with the
holes on the mounting rails (A & B or J & K) use 10-32 bolts (H) to fasten sliding shelf’s guides.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to your components due to overheating, ensure that there is adequate space between each unit
for proper airflow. It is important to maintain an operating temperature inside of the rack that does not exceed 104°F (40°C).
4) Attach the 1U Power Strip (6) at desired location using supplied 10-32 bolts (H) or 10-32
bolts and snap nuts ( H & I). Plug power strip’s A/C cord into A/C outlet.
5) Attach the 1U Thermal Control unit (7) at desired location using
supplied 10-32 bolts (H) or 10-32 bolts and snap nuts ( H & I). Connect
the thermal power cord (8). Plug A/C cord from dual fans in Fan Top
Assembly (4). Locate the thermal control unit’s thermal sensor at
desired location. See Thermal
6) The DirectConnect®Professional Series Racks are designed to
accommodate other optional accessories like 2”x 2” PVC cable
management molding between the door frames (1 & 2) and the racks
mounting rails (A & B or J & K) as shown in Figure 7a.
IMPORTANT:Do not force the bolt into the hole, which may damage equipment and injure of person. Do
not use electric drill to fasten any bolts.
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IMPORTANT:If you do not understand correct installation instructions, please consult your installation specialist
* This DirectConnect® is a registered trademark.
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Using eight (8) M6x12
screws (G) attach the
Back Assembly (2)
as unpacked from
carton 1 of 3 and
attach to the left and
right assemblies (3)
as shown in Figure 3.
2.0 FEATURES
This high-performance DirectConnect® Professional Series Racks have many
benefits and features that enable it to perform in a superior manner. Among those
benefits and features you will find:
Quick and easy to assemble design allows for flat shipment
1U Digital Thermal Controller (LCD display menu) and top loaded dual 5” Cooling Fans
1U 6 outlet Power Distribution Strip with protected on/off switch and long ground power cord
Adjustable numbered 2.5mm (11gauge)heavy duty threaded (2) and square knockout (2)
mounting rails to fit virtually any piece of 19” equipment.
Robust locking (2) six screw heavy duty caster system
Four adjustable (one in each corner of base) heavy duty locking feet
Removable Cable Knockouts on rack’s top and bottom
Heavy-gauge steel tops & bottoms, seamless steel sides, and rails
Locking, removable, & reversible custom designed tempered glass front door
Locking, removable, & reversible vented rear door
Heavy duty and durable black textured powder coat finish
Cable channel molding option between rails and doors for 2” x 2” PVC” cable management
19” equipment width rail size for the 29U, 38U, and 42U racks
29U Rack Dimensions: (H x W x D) 57.5” x 23.75” x 23.75” (1,460.5 x 603.3 x 603.3mm)
38U Rack Dimensions: (H x W x D) 70.86” x 23.75” x 23.75” (1,860.5 x 603.3 x 603.3mm)
42U Rack Dimensions: (H x W x D) 78.75” x 23.75” x 23.75” (2,057.4 x 603.3 x 603.3mm)
3.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before attempting to use these DirectConnect®Professional Series Racks, please check the
packaging and make sure the following items are contained in the shipping carton: (Total of 3 cartons)
Front, back, and two (2) side assemblies Top assembly with dual fans
Two (2) left and two (2) right mounting rails Base assembly
1U digital thermal controller Four (4) base cable plates
1U 6 outlet power distribution strip Power cord for PDU strip
Adjustable locking feet –four (4) Four (4) locking casters
DirectConnect® User's Manual Keys –two (2) sets of two (2)
42 - M5x10mm bolts for assembly 42 - M6x12mm bolts for assembly
38 –10-32 bolts for mounting rails
Note: Please retain the original packing material in case you need to return the unit. If you
find any items missing, contact DirectConnect®immediately (800.531.3224). Please have
the model number, serial number, and invoice available for reference when you call.
IMPORTANT: For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully before
assembling, operating, or adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future reference. If you
don't understand correct installation instructions, please consult your regular installation specialist
*DirectConnect® is a registered trademark.
4.0 INSTALLATION GUIDE
We are not responsible for any personal injury or product
damage due to mishandling, incorrect mounting,
incorrect assembly, or incorrect use of this product
CAUTION:These DirectConnect®Professional Series Racks are intended only with
the maximum weights indicated. See apparatus instructions. Use with products heavier
than the maximum weights indicated may result in instability, causing possible injury.
Step 1: Unpacking Carton 2 of 3,removing transit parts, and side assemblies.
(Two (2) Side Assemblies, Left (2) & Right (2) Mounting Rails)
Remove the small mini shipping screws (2)
opposite of side door releases on both the
left & right side of side rack assembly (3) to
remove side panels to start rack assembly.
Installing Left (A) and Right (B) threaded mounting rails or Left (J)and Right (K)
square knockout mounting rails on Left and Right Side Assembly
Using M6x12 screws (G) (six (6) per rail) and M6 snap nuts (I) (six (6) per rail) attach the
left (A) and right (B) mounting rails as shown in Figure 1.
Step 2: Unpacking Carton 1 of 3 and assembly Front & Rear Assembly to sides.
Using eight (8) M6x12 screws (G) attach the Front Assembly (1) as unpacked from carton
1 of 3 and attach to the Left (A or J) and Right (B or K) assemblies as shown in Figure 2.
Installing the Back Assembly (2) to Left (3), Right (3), & Front (1) Assemblies
IMPORTANT: Do not
force the bolt into
the hole, which may
damage equipment
and injure of person.
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Step 3: Unpacking Carton 3 of 3 and assemble Top & Base Assembly to rack.
Installing the Top with dual fans and Base Assemblies, Casters, Legs,
and Base Cable Plates (as needed) to rack assembly.
Using six (6)M5x10 screws (F)attach
the Top Assembly with dual fans (4) as
unpacked from carton 1 of 3 and attach
to Rack Assembly as shown in Figure 4.
Using four (4) M5x10 screws (F) attach
the Base Assembly (5) as unpacked
from carton 1 of 3 and attach to Rack
Assembly as shown in Figure 4.
Using six (6) M5x10 screws (F) (six per
caster) attach two (2) Locking Casters (D)
onto the bottom Front Assembly (1)
and two (2) Standard Casters (D) onto
the bottom Back Assembly (2) as
shown in Figure 5a.
Using a wrench attach two (2) of the
Adjustable Locking Feet (C) onto the
bottom Front Assembly (1) the
bottom Back Assembly (2) as shown
in Figure 5a.
Installing the four (4) (as needed) Base Cable Plates (E) to the Rack Assemblies
C AUTION : Do to the height and weights of the Professional Series Racks do not move and/or stand up by yourself
assistance is required. Always use an assistant or mechanical lifting equipment to safely lift and position equipment.
Stand up the completed rack assemblies. Using two (2) M5x10 screws (F) for
each of the (as needed) Base Cable Plates (E) (Fig.5b) attach each to the top
side of Base Assembly (5) as shown in Figure 5a.
Step 4: Attaching the doors and panels to the
Rack Assemblies
Attach the Custom Tempered Glass Door (1),the Vented
Back Door (2),and the left & right Side Panels (3) to the
completed rack assemblies as shown in Figure 6.
Installing & Adjusting the Front (1) & Back (2) Doors.
1) The Front Door (1) and the Back Door (2) are removable at
any time. Just pull down on the top tap while holding the door.
The top of the door will then fall out of place, then pull up on
the bottom tab and lift the door out of the frame.
2) There may be times when the door may need to open to the
other directions. The door’s opening direction can be changed.
Remove the door and turn it so that the handle is on the other
side. Insert the tabs into the holes and close the door.
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1.0 HARDWARE LIST:
Actual parts appearance and quantity may differ from illustration.
ID
Quantity
Description
ID
Quantity
Description
1
1
Front Assembly
A
1
Left Threaded Mounting Rail
2
1
Back Assembly
B
1
Right Threaded Mounting Rail
3
2
Side Assembly
C
4
Adjustable Locking Feet
4
1
Fan Top Assembly
D
4
Heavy Duty Casters
(2- standard / 2 - locking)
5
1
Base Assembly
E
4
Base Cable Plates
6
1
1U Power Strip
F
42
M5x10mm bolt (assembly)
7
1
1U Thermal Control
G
42
M6x12mm bolt (assembly)
8
1
Power Cord (Thermal)
H
38
10-32 bolt (mounting rails)
9
4
Keys
I
38
10-32 nut (mounting rails)
10
1
Manual
J
1
Left Knockout Mounting Rail
K
1
Right Knockout Mounting Rail
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