Nortel Networks DCT1900 - Manual (Page 156)

Technical Product Manual - DCT1900
Installation Instructions, or BDVNB 101 01/3
4-2 Install-DCT1900/R8/mw
© 2000-2005
4.3 Installation Area for the Modular Cabinet(s)
z Do not mount the cabinet to drywall using plastic drywall plugs. Recommended mounting of
the Modular Cabinet(s) is to a plywood back board which is securely mounted to the wall in the
switch room. The plywood board should be a minimum of 1/2" thick and be secured to the wall
by the appropriate hardware (i.e. toggle bolts, wood, or sheet metal screws, depending on the
stud types) to ensure that the plywood will support the weight of the cabinets with all cards and
cables installed.
z The RE may consist of up to 4 Modular Cabinets. The Modular Cabinets must be mounted
next to each other (see Figure 4–1).
z The Modular Cabinet(s) must be mounted to the wall at a position where they are easily
accessible for installation and maintenance of the system. Take into consideration that the
number of cabinets may be expanded in the future.
z The Modular Cabinet(s) should be mounted at the normal working height. The lower edge of
the Modular Cabinet(s) should be about 5.25 ft. above the floor.
z Above the Modular Cabinet(s) there should be at least 4" free space for air circulation.
z Modular Cabinets must be separated approximately 1/8" from each other.
z Do not mount anything within 1.5 ft. of the bottom of the cabinets to allow the bottom plate to
swing down and to allow for cable entry from the bottom of the cabinet. See Fig. 4–1
Installation of the Modular Cabinet(s)
z Do not mount the cabinet(s) over flammable surfaces.