Riverbed Steelhead Series User manual

Rack Installation Guide
Steelhead Series xx00, xx20, xx50
and Interceptor Systems

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August 2008
Part Number
712-00010-04

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Rack Installation Guide
These instructions describe how to install Series 250, 550, 1050, 2050; models 3000, 3010, 5000, 5010; and
models 3020, 3520, 5520, 6020, 6120, 9200 in a standard Telco-type rack. It contains the following sections:
“Overview,” next
“Rack Installation Guidelines” on page 4
“Required Tools and Equipment” on page 5
“Mounting Series 250 and 550 to a Rack” on page 5
“Mounting Series 1050 and 2050 to a Rack” on page 6
“Mounting Models 3000, 3010, 5000, and 5010 to a Rack” on page 11
“Mounting Models 3020, 3520, 5520, 6020, 6120, and 9200 to a Rack” on page 14
CAUTION: All 3U systems must be mounted to a four-post rack; they cannot be mounted to a two-post rack.
NOTE: 3U Series xx50 systems are equipped with pre-installed rails, use standard installation procedures to install in
a rack.
NOTE: For rack installation instructions describing 520, 1020, 1520, and 2020 systems see the documentation enclosed
with these products. The documentation enclosed with these systems describes how to standard mount orcenter mount
1U xx20 systems in a two or four-post rack.
IMPORTANT: Model 50, 100, 200, 250, 300 and 550 systems are designed for the desktop. If you install these systems
in a rack do not place objects on top of the system; it causes restricted airflow and can damage the system.
IMPORTANT: Series xx10 systems are equipped with pre-installed rails, use standard installation procedures to install
in a rack.

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Overview
Depending on your order, some systems require that the inner rails be attached to the chassis before they
can be installed to the rack.
Square-Hole Post Adaptor
Rack cabinets may have square or circular holes in the vertical posts. If necessary, using the included
adaptor, you can convert the square post holes to circular holes to accommodate standard screws.
To convert a square-hole post to fit a standard screw
Press together the top and bottom of the square-hole post adaptor and push it into the square hole on
the rack post.
Figure 1. Installing Square-Hole Post Adaptor
Short Rack Adaptors
Your system ships with standard brackets for racks with a depth of 28 to 33 inches (71.1 to 83.8 cm). Short
rack adaptors are provided to accommodate racks with a shorter rack depth. The short rack adaptors fit
racks with a depth of 17 to 28 inches (43.2 to 71.1 cm). For information on installing short rack adaptors see,
“To mount the short rack adaptors to the outer rails” on page 17.
Rack Installation Guidelines
Prior to installing the system in a rack, adhere to the following rack installation guidelines:
Ensure that there is adequate airflow in the rack. Improper installation or restricted airflow can
damage the equipment.
The rack cannot have solid or restricted airflow doors. You must use a mesh door on the front and back
of the rack or remove the doors to ensure adequate airflow to the system.
The system produces front-to-back cooling airflow that requires an unobstructed airflow to the fan
housing. Do not mount the system near other electronic devices that produce back-to-front airflow.
You must leave at least 1U of vertical space between each system you install in a rack.
Installing components in a rack without the front and side stabilizers can cause the rack to tip over.
Always install rack stabilizers before you install components in a rack.

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The rack width and depth must allow for proper serviceability and cable management.
Make sure the rack is properly secured to the floor or ceiling.
Always load the rack from the bottom up. Load the heaviest component in the rack first.
Make sure the rack is level and stable before pulling a component out of the rack.
Do not move racks by yourself; a minimum of two people are needed to move a rack.
Required Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools and equipment to mount the system to a rack:
A standard Telco-type rack
A standard Phillips-head screwdriver
The enclosed screw-kit
The enclosed short rack adaptors (if needed)
The enclosed square-hole post converter (if needed)
If your system is missing any components please contact Riverbed Technical Support for a replacement part
at http://www.riverbed.com.
Mounting Series 250 and 550 to a Rack
The following section describes how to install a Series 250 or 550 system to a rack.
To install mounting brackets to the system
1. Carefully lift the system out of the shipping carton.

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1. To install the mounting brackets, use the included screw kit to secure the brackets with three screws on
each side towards the front of the system.
Figure 1-1. Installing Brackets to the System
2. Slide the system into the rack until it is flush against the rack post. The Series 250 and 550 must be
installed in a center mount.
3. Insert and tighten the rack screws on each side of the system.
Mounting Series 1050 and 2050 to a Rack
The following section describes how to install a Series 1050 and 2050 system to a four-post rack or two-post
rack. It includes the following sections:
“To open the bezel on Series 1050 and 2050 systems,” next
“Mounting the System to a Four-Post Rack” on page 7
“Mounting the System to a Two-Post Rack” on page 9

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To open the bezel on Series 1050 and 2050 systems
To open the bezel press in the buttons on each side of the bezel and slide towards you. The bezel
remains attached to the system on hinges.
Figure 2. Opening the Bezel in the 1050 and 2050 Systems
Mounting the System to a Four-Post Rack
The Series 1050 and 2050 ship with rails pre-installed to the chassis for mounting to a four-post rack. The
following section describes how to install a 1050 and 2050 system to a four-post rack.
1. To detach the outer rails, slide the outer rail to the end of the system, push the release latch towards the
front of the system and pull the outer rail completely off the system.
Figure 3. Detaching the Outer Rails

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2. Install the outer rails to the rack posts.
Figure 4. Attaching the Outer Rails to the Rack
3. Pulling open the release latch on the inner rails, slide the inner rails into the outer rails, pushing the
system into the rack.
NOTE: The ball retainer on the outer rail must be returned to the foremost position in order to connect with the inner
rail on the chassis.
Figure 5. Sliding the System into the Rack

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Mounting the System to a Two-Post Rack
The Series 1050 and 2050 can be mounted to a two-post rack in the center-mount position. The following
section describes how to remove the pre-installed four-post rails and install the two-post brackets for
installation in a two-post rack.
1. If installed in a rack, remove the system from the rack.
2. To detach the outer rails, slide the outer rail to the end of the system, push the release latch towards the
front of the system, and pull the outer rail completely off the system.
Figure 6. Detaching the Outer Rails
3. To remove the inner rail, unscrew the three screws on each side of the chassis.
Figure 7. Removing Inner Rail Securing Screws

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4. Attach the first bracket to the chassis with the three included screws.
Figure 8. Attaching Two-post Center-mount Brackets
5. Slide the second bracket onto the pegs of the first bracket by placing the second bracket over the first
bracket at the widest opening then sliding towards the narrower part to secure.
Figure 9. Attaching Second Bracket to First Bracket
6. Center-mount the system on a two-post rack.
Mounting Models 3000, 3010, 5000, and 5010 to a Rack
The following section describes how to install a 3U system to a four-post rack. You must use a four-post rack
for 3U systems.
To mount the system to a rack
1. Carefully lift the system out of the shipping carton.

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CAUTION: 3U systems weigh from 62-67 lbs. (28-30 kg). Lift the system using both hands and with your knees bent.
2. To remove the outer rails from the chassis, slide the rail back until the lock button is exposed.
Figure 10. Removing the Outer Rails from the Chassis
3. Press in the lock button on each side of the rail.
Figure 11. Removing the Outer Rails from the Chassis
4. Continue to slide the outer rail until it is removed from the chassis.
5. Choose a location on the rack that provides adequate airflow for the fans.
6. Adjust the rear bracket on the left and right rails to fit your rack: unscrew the lock screws, adjust the
length, and insert and tighten the screws.

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7. On the front and rear of the rack, insert two screws on the each side of the rack. Do not tighten the
screws.
Figure 12. Mounting the Rail Hardware onto the Front and Rear of the Rack
8. Place the left and right outer rails onto the front and rear of the rack and tighten the screws.
9. Carefully lift the system (with both knees bent) and insert the chassis-rail track into the rack-rail track.
Figure 13. Mounting the System into the Outer Rails
10. Slide the system into the rack until it is flush against the rack post.
11. Insert and tighten the screws on each side of the system.
Figure 14. Securing the System to the Rack

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Mounting Models 3020, 3520, 5520, 6020, 6120, and 9200 to a
Rack
You must install the inner rails to the chassis before you install the outer rails and mount the system to a
rack. Before installing the inner rails to the chassis:
Unplug the AC power cords.
Remove all external devices and connectors.
To mount the inner rails to the chassis
1. In each rail assembly, locate the inner rail and the outer rail.
2. Press the locking tab to release the inner rail from its locking position and pull out the inner rail from
the rail assembly. The inner rails are installed on the chassis and the outer rails are installed on the rack.
Figure 15. Releasing the Inner Rail

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3. Locate the five rail buttons on each side of the chassis and the five corresponding holes on each of the
inner rails. (One end of the hole is larger than the other end of the hole.)
Figure 16. Locating the Five Chassis Buttons and Rail Holes
4. Align the larger end of each hole against its corresponding button. To place the rail on the chassis, push
the rail holes into their corresponding chassis buttons.
5. After the rail is placed on the chassis, pull the rail forward until the rail buttons lock into the small ends
of the corresponding holes.
6. Secure the rail to the chassis with a screw. Repeat the above steps to install the other rail on the chassis.
Figure 17. Securing the Rail to the Chassis
Mounting the Outer Rails to a Rack
After you have installed the inner rails on the chassis, you are ready to install the outer rail assemblies to
the rack.
The system ships with the following equipment to accommodate different rack depths:

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Standard Brackets. For rack depths of 28 to 33 inches (71.1 to 83.8 cm)
Short Rack Adaptors. For rack depths of 17 to 28 inches (43.2 to 71.1 cm)
IMPORTANT: The system produces front-to-back cooling airflow that requires an unobstructed airflow to the fan
housing. Do not mount the system near other electronic devices that produce back-to-front airflow.
To mount standard brackets to the outer rails
1. In the package, locate a pair of front (short) and rear (long) brackets. The brackets are marked with Up/
Front arrows (front) and Up/Rear arrows (rear).
2. Secure the front (short) bracket (marked with the Up/Front arrows) to the outer rail with two screws.
Figure 18. Securing Brackets to the Outer Rail
3. Locate the two buttons on the outer rail and attach the rear (long) bracket to it by sliding the opening of
the rear rail through the button.
4. Measure the depth of your four-post rack and adjust the length of the rails accordingly.
5. Repeat the steps to install the other outer rail to the chassis.

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To mount the short rack adaptors to the outer rails
1. Slide the standard bracket forward so that the larger end of the hole is aligned with the rail button and
pull the bracket off the rail. (One end of the hole is larger than the other end.)
Figure 19. Removing the Standard Bracket
2. Align the larger end of the hole on the short rack adaptor with the rail button.
Figure 20. Aligning the Short Rack Adaptor
3. Place the short rack adaptor on to the rail and push it backward until the rail button locks into the small
end of the hole.
Figure 21. Installing the Short Rack Bracket onto the Rail

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4. Reposition the bracket so that it is the correct depth to fit your rack.
5. Repeat the steps to install the other short rack adaptor.
To mount the system on a rack
1. Secure both outer rail assemblies to the rack with the screws and washers.
Figure 22. Securing Outer Rails
2. After the rail assemblies are securely installed to the rack, slide the system into the assemblies.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system alone; use two people to lift the system.

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NOTE: The systemmaynot slide into the rack smoothly or easily wheninstalled the first time. Some adjustment to the
slide assemblies might be needed for easy installation.
Figure 23. Sliding the System on to the Four-Post Rack

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3. Secure the system to the rack by tightening the screws on the front sides of the chassis.
Figure 24. Securing the System to the Rack

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