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SK-NIC-KIT Remote Mounting Kit
Product Installation Document
PN LS10171-001SK-E:A 07/01/2017 ECN 16-0218
SK-NIC-KIT Remote Mounting
Kit
The SK-NIC-KIT is a remote mounting kit that
lets you install up to two SK-NIC Network
Interface cards in a single cabinet. SK-NIC-KIT
includes the SK-NIC, a small cabinet with door,
cable, and mounting hardware
Note: Installation and wiring of this device must be done in
accordance with NFPA 72 and local ordinances.
Specifications
Dimensions: 10-3/8”W x 10-3/16”H x 3”D
(26.4 cm W x 25.9 cm H x 7.6 cm D)
Compatibility
The SK-NIC-KIT is compatible with the SK-NIC
Network Interface Card. It also has room for one
6815 SLC expander inside the cabinet.
Mounting
It is important to protect the SK-NIC-KIT and its
contents from water. To prevent water damage,
follow the mounting requirements listed below:
• Do not mount directly on exterior walls,
especially masonry walls (condensation)
• Do not mount directly on exterior walls below
grade (condensation)
• Protect from plumbing leaks
• Protect from splash caused by sprinkler
inspection ports
• Do not mount in areas with humidity
generating equipment (such as dryers, pro-
duction machinery)
• Mount in an area that always remains within
the following temperature and humidity
range: 0° to 49° C (32° to 120° F) and 10-
93% at 86°F(30°C) non-condensing.
• Mount in an indoor, dry location.
Warning!:
The electronic components on the SK-NIC and the FACP
are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. Wear a grounding
strap when handling any of the boards.
To mount the SK-NIC-KIT cabinet:
1. Remove the SK-NIC-KIT from its packing
container.
2. Unlock the SK-NIC-KIT cabinet and lift up on
the cabinet door to remove it.
3. Unscrewing the two mounting plate screws
as shown in Figure 1 to remove the
mounting plate.
Figure 1. Remove the Two Mounting Plate Screws to
Expose the Cabinet Mounting Holes
4. Mount the cabinet using the appropriate
