Intel True Scale Fabric Switches 12200 User manual

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True Scale Fabric Switches 12000
Series Hardware
Installation Guide
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Contents
1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 9
1.1 Intended Audience.............................................................................................. 9
1.2 Related Materials ................................................................................................ 9
1.3 Documentation Conventions................................................................................. 9
1.4 Laser Safety Information ................................................................................... 10
1.5 Electrostatic Discharge Sensitivity (ESDS) Precautions ........................................... 11
1.6 License Agreements .......................................................................................... 11
1.7 Technical Support ............................................................................................. 11
2.0 Installation ............................................................................................................. 13
2.1 Planning the Installation .................................................................................... 13
2.1.1 Cable Requirements ............................................................................... 13
2.1.2 Uninterruptible Power Supply .................................................................. 15
2.2 Installation Tasks Checklist ................................................................................ 15
2.2.1 Tools and Equipment Required................................................................. 16
2.2.2 Check the Installation Site ...................................................................... 16
2.2.3 Mark the Rack ....................................................................................... 16
2.3 12200/12300 Installation................................................................................... 16
2.3.1 Four Post Standard-Depth Rack Installation............................................... 17
2.3.2 12200 Four Post Shallow-Depth Rack Installation ....................................... 19
2.3.3 12200 Two Post Rack Installation............................................................. 20
2.4 12800-040 Installation ...................................................................................... 21
2.4.1 Mounting Hardware Kit Contents.............................................................. 21
2.4.2 Installation Tasks................................................................................... 21
2.5 12800-120 Installation ...................................................................................... 23
2.5.1 Mounting Hardware Kit Contents:............................................................. 23
2.5.2 Installation Tasks................................................................................... 24
2.6 12800-180 Installation ...................................................................................... 30
2.6.1 Mounting Hardware Kit Contents:............................................................. 30
2.6.2 Selecting a Rack .................................................................................... 31
2.6.3 Installation Tasks................................................................................... 31
2.7 12800-360 Installation ...................................................................................... 36
2.7.1 Mounting Hardware Kit Contents:............................................................. 36
2.7.2 Selecting a Rack .................................................................................... 36
2.7.3 Installation Tasks................................................................................... 38
2.8 Connect Equipment to the Ports and Power On the System..................................... 46
2.9 Bringing Up the System For the First Time ........................................................... 49
2.9.1 12800-Series Management Module Protective Label Guidelines..................... 49
2.9.2 Start-up Procedures ............................................................................... 51
2.9.3 Changing the Switch IP Address and Default Gateway through the CLI.......... 52
2.9.4 Updating the Management Module IP Addresses in a Redundant Management
Configuration (12800-040, 12800-120, 12800-180 and 12800-360) ............. 53
2.9.5 Enabling 8X Ports .................................................................................. 54
2.10 Component LEDs .............................................................................................. 61
2.10.1 Management Module .............................................................................. 61
2.10.2 Leaf Module .......................................................................................... 63
2.10.3 Spine Module ........................................................................................ 64
2.10.4 SEEB Module......................................................................................... 65
2.10.5 12200 and 12300 .................................................................................. 66
2.10.6 12800 Fans and Power Supplies............................................................... 67
A Intel 12000 Series Product Specifications ............................................................... 69

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A.1 Physical Specifications ....................................................................................... 69
A.2 Environmental Specifications .............................................................................. 69
A.3 12200 and 12300 ............................................................................................. 69
A.3.1 Cooling and Thermal Management: .......................................................... 69
A.3.2 Power .................................................................................................. 70
A.4 12800 Series.................................................................................................... 70
A.4.1 Power Specifications............................................................................... 71
A.4.2 Power Distribution Guidelines .................................................................. 72
B Safety and Regulatory Compliance Information ...................................................... 75
B.1 Safety Information............................................................................................ 75
B.1.1 Statement 1: ........................................................................................ 75
B.1.2 Statement 2: ........................................................................................ 76
B.1.3 Statement 3: ........................................................................................ 78
B.1.4 Statement 4: ........................................................................................ 80
B.1.5 Statement 5: ........................................................................................ 81
B.1.6 Statement 6: ........................................................................................ 83
B.1.7 Statement 7: ........................................................................................ 84
C Serial Port Pinouts .................................................................................................. 87
D 12800 Leaf Module Guidelines................................................................................. 89
D.1 12800-040....................................................................................................... 89
D.1.1 Single Management Module..................................................................... 89
D.1.2 Dual Management Modules...................................................................... 89
D.2 12800-120....................................................................................................... 89
D.2.1 Single Management Module..................................................................... 89
D.2.2 Dual Management Modules...................................................................... 89
D.3 12800-180....................................................................................................... 89
D.3.1 Single Management Module..................................................................... 89
D.3.2 Dual Management Modules...................................................................... 89
D.4 12800-360....................................................................................................... 90
D.4.1 Single Management Module..................................................................... 90
D.4.2 Dual Management Modules...................................................................... 90
E FRU Replacement.................................................................................................... 91
E.1 Intel 12200...................................................................................................... 91
E.1.1 Chassis Replacement.............................................................................. 91
E.1.2 Management Card Installation or Replacement........................................... 91
E.2 Intel 12300...................................................................................................... 95
E.2.1 Chassis Replacement.............................................................................. 95
E.2.2 Fan/Power Supply Replacement ............................................................... 96
E.3 Intel 12800 Series ............................................................................................ 97
E.3.1 Fan Replacement ................................................................................... 97
E.3.2 Power Supply Replacement ..................................................................... 98
E.3.3 Leaf Module Replacement ....................................................................... 99
E.3.4 Spine Module Replacement ....................................................................101
E.3.5 Management Module Replacement ..........................................................102

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Figures
1 Laser Safety Information........................................................................................... 10
2 Copper Cable Bend Radius......................................................................................... 14
3 Fiber Optic Bend Radius ............................................................................................15
4 12200 and 12300 Hat Rails .......................................................................................17
5 Installing the Rack Rails............................................................................................ 18
6 12200 and 12300 Four Post Standard Rack Mounting....................................................18
7 12200 Hat Rails ....................................................................................................... 19
8 12200 Four Post Shallow Rack Mounting .....................................................................20
9 12200 Two Post Installation....................................................................................... 20
10 Clip Nut Installation Locations.................................................................................... 21
11 Clip Nut Orientation..................................................................................................22
12 Support Rail Installation............................................................................................22
13 Rack Installation ......................................................................................................23
14 Clip Nut Installation Locations.................................................................................... 24
15 Clip Nut Orientation..................................................................................................24
16 Support Rail Installation............................................................................................25
17 Hat Bracket Installation ............................................................................................26
18 Mounting Flange Installation...................................................................................... 27
19 Chassis Installation ..................................................................................................28
20 C Bracket Installation ...............................................................................................29
21 Cable Management Installation ..................................................................................30
22 Clip Nut Locations ....................................................................................................31
23 Clip Nut Orientation..................................................................................................32
24 Support Rail Installation............................................................................................32
25 Flat Bracket Installation ............................................................................................33
26 Mounting Flange Installation...................................................................................... 34
27 U Bracket Installation ...............................................................................................35
28 Cable Management Guide Installation ......................................................................... 36
29 12800-360 Front and Rear Cabling .............................................................................37
30 Locating Mounting Posts............................................................................................38
31 Clip Nut Installation..................................................................................................39
32 Clip Nut Orientation..................................................................................................39
33 Support Shelf Assembly ............................................................................................ 40
34 Attaching the Support Shelf to the Rack ......................................................................41
35 Loading from the Pallet ............................................................................................. 42
36 Positioning the Switch............................................................................................... 43
37 Sliding the Switch off the Pallet..................................................................................43
38 Fasten the Chassis to the Front of the Rack ................................................................. 44
39 Fasten the Chassis to the Back of the Rack ..................................................................45
40 Attaching Cable Management Guides ..........................................................................46
41 12200 and 12300 Serial and Ethernet Ports ................................................................. 47
42 12800 Series Serial and Ethernet Ports (SEEB Module).................................................. 47
43 DC ON/OFF Switch ...................................................................................................49
44 MRL Protective Label 1.............................................................................................. 49
45 MRL Protective Label 2.............................................................................................. 50
46 MRL Protective Label 3.............................................................................................. 50
47 MRL Protective Label 4.............................................................................................. 50
48 MRL Protective Label 5.............................................................................................. 51
49 MRL Protective Label 6.............................................................................................. 51
50 12200/12300 8x DUOs .............................................................................................55
51 8X Ports Enabled......................................................................................................56
52 8X Port Statistics .....................................................................................................57
53 12800-180 Leaf Module 8x DUOs ...............................................................................58

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54 8X Ports Enabled ..................................................................................................... 59
55 8X Port Statistics..................................................................................................... 60
56 Management Module LEDs ........................................................................................ 61
57 MRL Active LED ....................................................................................................... 63
58 Leaf Module LEDs .................................................................................................... 63
59 Spine Module LEDs (Double Spine Shown) .................................................................. 64
60 SEEB Module LEDs................................................................................................... 65
61 12200 and 12300LEDs ............................................................................................. 66
62 12800 Fan LEDs ...................................................................................................... 67
63 12800 Power Supply LEDs ........................................................................................ 68
64 12800-Series Power Distribution................................................................................ 73
65 Serial Port Pinouts ................................................................................................... 87
66 12200 Management Card Slot Cover .......................................................................... 92
67 12200 Management Card Insertion ............................................................................ 93
68 12200 Management Card Insertion (2) ....................................................................... 94
69 12200 Management Card Insertion (3) ....................................................................... 95
70 12300 Fan/Power Module Removal............................................................................. 96
71 12800 Fan Removal ................................................................................................. 97
72 12800 Intake and Exhaust Fans................................................................................. 98
73 12800 Power Removal.............................................................................................. 99
74 MRL......................................................................................................................100
75 12800 Leaf Removal ...............................................................................................101
76 12800 Spine Removal .............................................................................................101
77 12800 Management Module Removal ........................................................................102
Tables
1 IB Copper Cable Guidelines....................................................................................... 14
2 IB Fiber Optic Cable Guidelines.................................................................................. 15
3 12000 Physical Attributes ......................................................................................... 69
4 12800 Product Configurations ................................................................................... 70
5 System Power Attributes .......................................................................................... 71
6 AC Plug Types......................................................................................................... 73
7 Pinout Cross Reference............................................................................................. 88

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Date Revision Description
May 2013 001US Initial release
January 2014 002US Updated document File Info meta data
August 2014 003US Update Support link in Section 1.7, “Technical Support” on page 11
July 2015 004US Document revision incremented for release 7.4

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1.0 Introduction
This manual describes the hardware installation and initial configuration tasks for the
Intel®True Scale Fabric Switches 12000 Series that includes:
• The Intel 12200 36-port fixed-configuration switch
• The Intel 12300 36-port configurable switch
• The Intel 12300 18-port configurable switch
• The Intel 12800 series:
— 12800-040
— 12800-120
— 12800-180
— 12800-360
This manual is organized as follows:
Preface describes the intended audience and technical support.
Section 2.0 describes the hardware installation and initial configuration tasks.
Appendix A provides product specification information.
Appendix B provides product safety and regulatory information.
Appendix C provides serial port pinout information.
Appendix E provides FRU replacement information.
1.1 Intended Audience
This manual is intended to provide network administrators and other qualified
personnel a reference for hardware installation and initial configuration for the
switches.
1.2 Related Materials
• Intel®True Scale 12000 Users Guide
• Intel®True Scale 12000 CLI Reference Guide
• Intel®True Scale 12000 Release Notes
• Intel®True Scale Fabric Switch 12200 Release Notes
1.3 Documentation Conventions
This guide uses the following documentation conventions:
•Note: provides additional information.
•Caution: indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing
damage to data or equipment.
•Warning: indicates the presence of a hazard that has the potential of causing
personal injury.
• Text in blue font indicates a hyperlink (jump) to a figure, table, or section in this
guide, and links to Web sites are also shown in blue. For example:

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—Table 2 lists problems related to the user interface and remote agent.
— See “Installation Checklist” on page 6.
— For more information, visit www.intel.com.
• Text in bold font indicates user interface elements such as a menu items, buttons,
check boxes, or column headings. For example:
— Click the Start button, point to Programs, point to Accessories, and then
click Command Prompt.
— Under Notification Options, select the Warning Alarms check box.
• Text in Courier font indicates a file name, directory path, or command line text.
For example:
— To return to the root directory from anywhere in the file structure:
Type cd /root and press ENTER.
— Enter the following command: sh ./install.bin
• Key names and key strokes are indicated with UPPERCASE:
— Press CTRL+P.
— Press the UP ARROW key.
• Text in italics indicates terms, emphasis, variables, or document titles. For
example:
— For a complete listing of license agreements, refer to the Intel Software End
User License Agreement.
— What are shortcut keys?
— To enter the date type mm/dd/yyyy (where mm is the month, dd is the day,
and yyyy is the year).
• Topic titles between quotation marks identify related topics either within this
manual or in the online help throughout this document.
1.4 Laser Safety Information
This product may use Class 1 laser optical transceivers to communicate over the fiber
optic conductors. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) does not
consider Class 1 lasers to be hazardous. The International Electrotechnical Commission
(IEC) 825 Laser Safety Standard requires labeling in English, German, Finnish, and
French stating that the product uses Class 1 lasers. Because it is impractical to label the
transceivers, the following label is provided in this manual.
Figure 1. Laser Safety Information

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1.5 Electrostatic Discharge Sensitivity (ESDS) Precautions
The assemblies used in the switch chassis are ESD sensitive. Observe ESD handling
procedures when handling any assembly used in the switch chassis.
1.6 License Agreements
Refer to the Intel Software End User License Agreement for a complete listing of all
license agreements affecting this product.
1.7 Technical Support
Intel True Scale Technical Support for products under warranty is available during local
standard working hours excluding Intel Observed Holidays. For customers with
extended service, consult your plan for available hours. For Support information, see
the Support link at www.intel.com/truescale.
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2.0 Installation
This section describes how to install and configure for first-time use:
• The Intel®12000 Series switches in a network environment.
2.1 Planning the Installation
The 12000-series switches are designed for installation in standard 19-inch equipment
racks.
Racks should conform to conventional standards. Use the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI)/Electronic Industries Association (EIA) standard ANSI/EIA-310-D-92
and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 297
Racks should meet the following mechanical recommendations:
• Four-post, 19" rack to facilitate easy maintenance
• Universal mounting rail hole pattern identified in IEC Standard 297
• Mounting holes flush with the rails to accommodate the chassis
Note: Operation is subject to the following conditions:
Note: Use a rack grounding kit and a ground conductor that is carried back to earth or to
another suitable building ground. Ground the equipment rack to earth ground.
Note: Provide enough room to work on the equipment. Clear the work site of any
unnecessary materials. Make sure the equipment will have enough clearance for front
and rear access.
2.1.1 Cable Requirements
Note: For detailed information on all supported cables, please refer to the InfiniBand Cable
Matrix. which can be found at www.intel.com/infiniband.
2.1.1.1 Cable Distances
When planning the location of the switches, consider the distance limitations for
signaling, EMI, and connector compatibility. It is recommended that the user does not
exceed specified transmission rate and distance limits.
2.1.1.2 Cable Guidelines
Note: Building and electrical codes vary depending on the location. Comply with all code
specifications when planning the site and installing cable.
When running cable to the equipment, consider the following:
• Do not run cables where they can be stepped on or rolled over.
• Be sure cables are intact with no cuts, bends, or nicks.
• If the user is making a cable, ensure that the cable is properly crimped.
• Provide proper strain relief for IB cables.
• Support cables using a cable manager mounted above connectors to avoid
unnecessary weight on the cable bundles.
• Bundle cable using velcro straps to avoid injuring cables.

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• Keep all ports and connectors free of dust.
• Untwisted Pair (UTP) cables can build up Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) charges
when being placed into a new installation. Before installing category 5 UTP cables,
discharge ESD from the cable by plugging it into a port on a system that is not
powered on.
• When required for safety and fire rating requirements, plenum-rated cable can be
used. Check the local building codes to determine when it is appropriate to use
plenum-rated cable, or refer to IEC standard 850.
2.1.1.3 Cable Handling and Bend Radius
Provide proper strain relief by adhering to the following guidelines:
For copper cable, the temporary 90-degree bend can never be more than 0.5 inches
tighter than the values listed above for any assembly. This is the absolute minimum
sustained bend radius for each cable AWG size. This measurement is the distance from
the switch panel to the point where the cable makes a 90-degree bend. In other words,
this number includes the distance from the connector stand-off from the panel surface.
Table 1. IB Copper Cable Guidelines
InfiniBand Copper Cable Bend Radii
American Wire Gauge (AWG) Size
Cable Bend Radius
26 2.43 inches
28 2.28 inches
30 1.98 inches
Figure 2. Copper Cable Bend Radius

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2.1.2 Uninterruptible Power Supply
Consider the following when selecting UPS equipment:
• The minimum amperage requirements for a UPS:
— Calculate VA (volt-amps): Locate the voltage and amperage requirements for
each piece of equipment (usually located on a sticker on the back or bottom of
the equipment). Multiply the numbers together to get VA.
— Add the VA from each piece of equipment together to find the total VA
requirement. Then add 30% to determine the minimum amperage
requirements for the UPS.
• Transition time (the time necessary for the UPS to transfer from utility power to
full-load battery power).
• The longest potential time period the UPS might be required to supply backup
power.
• Whether the UPS unit provides online protection.
2.2 Installation Tasks Checklist
To perform the actual switch installation, the site implementation engineer must
perform the following tasks, which are detailed in this section.
Caution: Be sure to review the safety information before starting the installation and during the
installation process (refer to <CR_CrossRef>Appendix E.
1. Check the installation site to verify the installation of cabinet power feeds, rails,
and grounding.
Table 2. IB Fiber Optic Cable Guidelines
InfiniBand Fiber Optic Cable Bend Radii
Cable Type Bend Radius
Fiber Optic Standard Cable 25 millimeters
NOTE: A 50mm diameter is the smallest circle limit
Figure 3. Fiber Optic Bend Radius

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2. Unpack the equipment and inspect for any shipping damage. Any shipping damage
should be reported to the shipping company.
3. Verify that the equipment shipped matches the packing list.
4. Mark the rack and install the mounting rails.
5. Physically install the switch in the rack.
2.2.1 Tools and Equipment Required
• An ESD wrist strap
• A #2 Phillips screwdriver
• An M6 HEX nut wrench
• Pen (felt-tip) to mark the mounting holes
• Lifting device (e.g., pallet jack) for the 12800-360 and 12800-180
2.2.2 Check the Installation Site
The switches are designed to be installed in an existing server cabinet (not a telco
cabinet), where it can be mounted in a standard equipment rack.
Be sure of the following:
• The cabinet has a full earth ground to provide reliable grounding.
• There is enough room to work on the equipment.
• The equipment will have enough clearance for front and rear access.
• The IB cables can be accessed easily.
• Water or moisture cannot enter the switch.
• The ambient temperature stays between 50°–113°F (5°–40° C).
• Cabinet doors do not interfere with front-to-back air flow.
The cabinet should have its own switchable power distribution. If the switch has two
power supplies, it is suggested that a cabinet with dual power distribution units is used.
It is recommended that cabinet anti-tip devices are used. This is especially true if
installing or removing a switch in the upper half of the cabinet when the lower half is
empty.
2.2.3 Mark the Rack
Allow enough vertical space in the rack for each specific switch installation.
1. Determine the location in the rack of the bottom of the switch.
2. Mark the upper (if applicable) and lower mounting positions on the vertical rails on
the front of the rack.
3. Mark the upper (if applicable) and lower mounting positions on the vertical rails on
the back of the rack.
2.3 12200/12300 Installation
This section describes the rack mounting instructions for the 12200 and 12300:

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2.3.1 Four Post Standard-Depth Rack Installation
In a standard-depth rack, the distance between the front and back mounting posts is
~28" (700mm). Mounting rails for the 12200 and 12300 are adjustable to
accommodate racks with 26"– 33" between mounting posts.
2.3.1.1 Mounting Hardware Kit Contents:
• One pair of mounting rails adjustable for 26"– 33" installation range
• One pair of hat rails, left and right
• #6-32 screws
• M6 cage nuts
• M6 screws
2.3.1.2 Installation
1. Install the hat rails on each side of the switch using three (3) #6-32 screws per rail.
Torque screws to 8in-lb. A typical installation is shown in Figure 4. On the 12300,
hat rails are installed with mounting ears towards the power supply side of the
switch. On the 12200, hat rails are installed with mounting ears towards the port
side of the switch. Additionally, 12200 switches can be installed recessed within a
rack. There are four sets of mounting holes on hat rails, for recess installations of
0, 2, 3 or 4 inches. Use the appropriate mounting holes to achieve the desired
recess.
2. Install eight (8) cage nuts into rack posts, two (2) cage nuts per post. Install the
mounting rails and fasten to cage nuts using six (6) M6 screws. Torque screws to
30in-lb. Do not install two (2) screws in lower locations on equipment installation
side of the rack until the switch is installed in the rack. Note the orientation of
mounting rails in Figure 5. The rails are shown from the front side of the rack for
12300 or from the port side of the rack for 12200.
Figure 4. 12200 and 12300 Hat Rails

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3. Slide the switch into the mounting rails and fasten with M6 screws, one (1) per
side. Torque screws to 30in-lb.
Figure 5. Installing the Rack Rails
Figure 6. 12200 and 12300 Four Post Standard Rack Mounting

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2.3.2 12200 Four Post Shallow-Depth Rack Installation
In a shallow-depth rack, the distance between the front and back mounting posts is
~16" (400mm). Mounting rails for the 12200 are adjustable to accommodate racks
with 14"–20" between mounting posts.
2.3.2.1 Mounting Hardware Kit Contents:
• One pair of C-brackets
• One pair of hat rails, left and right
• #6–32 screws
• M6 cage nuts
• M6 screws
2.3.2.2 Installation
1. Install the hat rails with mounting ears towards the port side of the switch. Fasten
with three (3) #6–32 screws per rail. Torque screws to 8in-lb.
2. Install six (6) cage nuts into the rack posts. Two cage nuts into posts on the front
side of the rack and four cage nuts into posts in the rear of the rack. Note that the
front of the rack is where the switch is installed.
3. Install two C-brackets in the rear of the rack. Fasten to the rack posts with four (4)
M6 screws. Slide the switch from the front of the rack into the C-brackets and
fasten to the front posts with two (2) M6 screws. Torque to 30in-lb.
Figure 7. 12200 Hat Rails

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2.3.3 12200 Two Post Rack Installation
2.3.3.1 Mounting Hardware Kit Contents:
• One pair of mounting L-brackets, left and right.
• #6-32 screws
• M6 cage nuts
• M6 screws
2.3.3.2 Installation
1. Attach the L-brackets with mounting ears towards the port side of the switch.
Fasten to the switch with three (3) #6-32 screws per L-bracket. Torque screws to
8in-lb.
2. Install four (4) cage nuts into the rack posts.
3. Install the switch in a rack and fasten to the cage nuts with four (4) M6 screws.
Torque screws to 8in-lb.
Figure 8. 12200 Four Post Shallow Rack Mounting
Figure 9. 12200 Two Post Installation