Nortel Networks BCM1000 - Manual (Page 123)

Chapter 5 Installing the BCM1000 123
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Installing the BCM1000 in a rack
The BCM1000 fits into a standard 19-inch equipment rack. You can install the base unit in the
same rack as your other networking and telecommunications equipment.
Attaching the rack mounting brackets
Follow these steps to attach the rack mounting brackets to the base unit:
1 Place the BCM1000 on a table.
2 Align the screw holes between the base unit and the right rack mounting bracket.
3 Fasten the bracket to the base unit using the four supplied screws.
4 Align the screw holes between the base unit and the left rack mounting bracket.
5 Fasten the bracket to the base unit using the four supplied screws. Refer to Figure 40 .
Figure 40 Attaching the rack mounting bracket to the BCM1000
Caution: When installing the BCM1000 in a rack, do not stack units directly on top of
one another in the rack.
Fasten each unit to the rack with the appropriate mounting brackets. Mounting brackets
cannot support multiple units.
Refer to “Environment checklist” on page 119 for acceptable environmental conditions
before selecting a location for the BCM1000.
Caution: Only use the screws supplied with the rack mounting bracket. Do not replace
screws. Other screws can damage the BCM1000.