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Ensure you understand how to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage. See “Prevention of
Electrostatic Discharge Damage” on page 242.
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Verify that the site meets the requirements described in “Site Preparation Checklist for a QFX3600 or
QFX3600-I Device” on page 93.
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Place the rack in its permanent location, allowing adequate clearance for airflow and maintenance, and
secure it to the building structure.
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Read General Site Guidelines, with particular attention to “Chassis Lifting Guidelines for a QFX3600 or
QFX3600-I Device” on page 219.
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Remove the device from the shipping carton (see “Unpacking a QFX3600 or QFX3600-I Device” on
page 299).
Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available to mount the device on four posts in a rack:
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ESD grounding strap (provided).
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One pair of mounting brackets (part number 540-038596) (provided).
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One pair of rear installation blades (part number 540-038598). These installation blades support the
rear of the chassis, and must be installed (provided).
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6 Phillips 4x5-mm flat-head mounting screws (provided).
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Eight screws to secure the chassis and rear installation blades to the rack (not provided).
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Appropriate screwdriver for the mounting screws (not provided).
WARNING: QFX3600 and QFX3600-I devices must be supported at all four corners.
Mounting the chassis using only the front brackets damages the chassis and can result
in serious bodily injury.
CAUTION: If you are installing the QFX3600 or QFX3600-I device above 60 in. (152.4
cm) from the floor, you must remove the power supplies and fan trays before attempting
to install the device, or ask someone to assist you during the installation.
CAUTION: If you are mounting multiple devices on a rack, mount the device in the
lowest position of the rack first, and proceed to mount the rest of the devices from
bottom to top.
To mount the device on four posts in a rack:
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