Installing the console switch 16
Required items not included
• Interface adapters ("Installing the interface adapter" on page 23)
One interface adapter is needed for each server or device.
o USB
o PS2
o Serial
o HP BladeSystem
• UTP CAT 5 or better cable
• Cage nuts and M6 screws (included with your original rack hardware kit)
Required tools
The following tools are required for some procedures:
• Phillips screwdriver
• Cage nut insertion tool (included with your original rack hardware kit)
Rack-mounting the console switch
WARNING: For safe use, do not mount this product with the rear panel, which is the side of
the console switch with I/O connectors and the AC power inlet, facing downward (facing the
floor).
1. Before installing the console switch into the rack, connect the console switch to a power source using
the power cords provided.
An activity indicator light is displayed after a few seconds. If the activity indicator light does not
display, be sure that the power cord is connected, and the power source is valid.
2. Choose one of the following configurations:
o Standard-mount
o Cantilever-mount
o Side-mount
Performing a standard-mount installation
1. Remove the six screws, three on each side, from the console switch.
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