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Brocade MLX Series and NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide 99

53-1003821-01

Installing a Brocade MLX-32 router

NOTE

When connecting the chassis to the rack frame, use thread-forming screws and paint-piercing

washers.

10. Visually inspect the alignment of the router. If the router is installed properly in the rack, the

mounting screws on one side of the rack should align with the mounting screws on the

opposite side and the router should be level. Add all remaining screws.

NOTE

For better grounding of the router to the rack, attach the router using star washers. You should also

use star washers with any single-hole grounding lugs to keep the lugs from rotating.

Installing your 32-slot router in a 4-post rack or open cabinet

You can install Brocade MLX Series 32-slot routers in a 4-post rack or open cabinet using the

optional 4-post rack mount kit available from Brocade. Table 23 lists the contents of this kit.

NOTE

Because of the weight of fully loaded 32-slot routers, it is recommended that you mount the router

in the rack or cabinet before installing modules and power supplies.

You will need the following items to install your 32-slot router in a 4-post rack or open cabinet:

• A mechanical lift fitted with a lift plate (instead of forks) to move the device off the pallet and

transport it to the rack. The lift should be rated for 500 lbs. minimum.

• A strap to secure and stabilize the device while it is being moved on the mechanical lift.

• Screws to attach the rails to your cabinet type. (These are usually provided with the cabinet or

rack.)

DANGER

Four or more people are required to position the unpopulated router into the rack.

DANGER

Do not use the handles on the power supply units or fan modules to position the router.

TABLE 23 4-Post Rack Mount Kit contents

Part number Description Quantity

49-1000166-01 27-31” rail, left 1

49-1000167-01 27-31” rail, right 1

42-1000901-01 Rack mount bracket, left 1

42-1000902-01 Rack mount bracket, right 1

52-1000278-01 8-32 Phillips flat-head screws, black 12

Brand	Brocade Communications Systems
Model	MLX Series
Category	Network Router
Language	English

Brocade Communications Systems MLX Series Hardware Installation Guide

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