Installing a 1U PDU or console switch vertically in a rack side pocket

Learn to install a 1U power distribution unit or console switch vertically in a rack side pocket.

About this task

The rack cabinet comes with rear vertical side pockets that you can use to vertically mount power distribution units (PDUs) and console switches. Each rack has six locations, three on each side of the rack cabinet. The rear vertical side pockets have round holes in the rack-mounting flanges. You must install clip nuts in the holes before you install a device.

Procedure

To install 1U PDU or console switch vertically in a rack side pocket, complete the following steps:

  1. Attach the two mounting brackets to the sides of the PDU or console switch. For more information, see the documentation that comes with the device.
  2. Install four clip nuts on the rack flanges as shown in the illustration.
    Figure 1. Installing a 1U PDU or console switch vertically in a rack side pocket
  3. Carefully slide the PDU or console switch into the side pocket and secure the device with four M6 screws.
Parent topic: Installing devices vertically in the rack cabinet


Last updated: Thu, November 02, 2017