Install the Air Duct and Front Support

1. Identify the prerequisite and subsequent installation tasks that you must perform in conjunction with this procedure.

   See Installation Task Overview.

2. Align the air duct to where it installs on the switch.

   The mounting tabs of the air duct orient away from the switch.

   
   
3. Move the air duct over the center slide and rail, so that the mounting tabs contact the end of the rack slide assembly.

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   Note - If you are installing the large air duct, ensure that the power cords enter the cutouts on the sides of the air duct as you move it into place.

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4. Align the front support to where it installs on the switch.

   The rolled top and bottom edges of the front support point away from the switch.

   
   

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   Note - Ensure that the ends of the center rail and slide fit into the pocket of the front support.

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5. Using a No. 2 Philips screwdriver, install two M6x14 screws to secure the front support into the ends of the rack slides.
   
6. Consider your next step.

   • If you have not already done so, attach the data and management cables.

     See Attach Data and Management Cables.

   • If you have already attached the data and management cables, power on the switch.

     See Power On the Switch.

Related Information

• Attach Power Cords

• Attach Data and Management Cables

• Prepare the Front Support and Small Air Duct