Installing an extender to the rack (Customer task)

The components of the FlashSystem 9200R rack solution all fit within the rack. However, there is an extender available for your rack, if you ever need it.

To install an extender to the rack, complete the following tasks.

1. Prepare the rack for the extension kit installation.
   To prepare the rack for the extension kit installation, complete the following steps.

   1. Allow for enough space, at the rear of the rack, for component installation.
   2. Lift the rear door off the hinges, and then remove the door from the rack.
   3. Using a #2 Phillips head screwdriver or an 8 mm socket, remove the screws that secure the top and bottom hinges to the rack.
   4. Using a #2 Phillips head screwdriver or an 8 mm socket, remove the screws that secure the rear latch plate.
2. Install the left extension panel.

   

   To install the left extension page, complete the following steps.

   1. Align the left extension panel (H) with the rack corner post.
   2. Using a #2 Phillips head screwdriver, tighten the seven M5 screws with captive star washer (I) into the rack. Use a torque screwdriver to tighten the screws to 2.5 newton meters (Nm) [22.1 inch-pounds (in-lbs)].
3. Install the right extension panel.
   To install the right extension panel, complete the following steps.

   1. Align the right extension panel (D) with the right side covers.
   2. Using a #2 Phillips head screwdriver, tighten the seven M5 screws with captive star washer (E) into the rack. Use a torque screwdriver to tighten the screws to 2.5 Nm (22.1 in-lbs).
4. Install the top cap.
   To install the top cap, complete the following steps.

   1. Align the top cap (A) with the installed extension panels.
   2. Using a #2 Phillips head screwdriver, insert and tighten the M5 screws with captive star washers (B) into each of the screw holes. Use a torque screwdriver to tighten the screws to 2.5 Nm (22.1 in-lbs).
   3. Install the nut clips (C).
5. Install the bottom cap.
   To place the bottom cap, complete the following steps.

   1. Align the bottom cap (F) with the installed extension panels.
   2. Using a #2 Phillips head screwdriver, insert and tighten the M5 screws (G) with captive star washers into each of the screw holes. Use a torque screwdriver to tighten the screws to 2.5 Nm (22.1 in-lbs).
6. Install the rear hinge assemblies (top and bottom) and the latch plate that you previously removed from the frame onto the extension panel.