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Figure 21: Attaching four-post mounting brackets to the switch
2. For the rear-post brackets, use an additional two 6-mm M4 screws to secure the bracket at the mid-point on
the side of the switch.
3. Hold the switch with attached brackets up to the rack, move it vertically until rack holes line up with the front-
post bracket holes, and then insert and tighten the four number 12-24 screws holding the brackets to the rack.
Figure 22: Mounting the switch in a four-post rack
4. Adjust the rear-post bracket ears to fit the depth of the rack.
5. Secure the rear-post brackets to the rack rear posts using four number 12-24 screws.
6. Lock the position of the rear-post bracket ears using the included position-locking screws.
For safe, reliable installation, only use the screws provided in the accessory kit to attach the mounting
brackets to the switch.