Insert the Replication Engine Into a Rack

Prerequisites:
  • Ensure that you have a magnetic-tipped Phillips Number 2 screwdriver with at least a four-inch shank.
  • Before handling a component, touch a grounded surface to discharge any static electricity.
  • Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap to your wrist, and ensure that you have an ESD mat. Stand on the ESD mat while replacing components.
Caution
Do not power on the Replication Engine until after you have connected the Replication Engine to the network.
Caution
Work with a partner or use a mechanical lift for assistance. The Replication Engine weighs approximately 70 lbs (31.75 kg). Two people are required to unmount and carry the chassis.
Caution
Deploy any rack anti-tilt mechanisms before installing the Replication Engine into the rack to prevent the rack from tipping over during component installation.
Caution
Always load equipment into a rack from the bottom up so that the rack will not become top-heavy and tip over.
Caution
Slide-rail-mounted components are not to be used as a shelf or a workspace.
Caution
Elevated operating ambient temperature: If the Replication Engine is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment might be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the components in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (TMA) specified for the Replication Engine.
Caution
Reliable earthing: Maintain reliable earthing of rack-mounted components. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
Caution
Circuit overloading: Consideration should be given to the connection of the component to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of component power ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
Caution
Reduced airflow: Installation of the components in the rack should be such that the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
Caution
Mechanical loading: Mounting of the components in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not created due to uneven mechanical loading.
  1. Using two people, one at each side of the Replication Engine, carefully lift and position the Replication Engine on the bottom ledge of the left and right rails.
    Note: Do not use the power supply handles to lift the chassis. Using the power supply handles to lift the chassis can damage the power supplies and disrupt electrical power to the Replication Engine.
  2. Carefully slide the Replication Engine into the rack until the front flanges of the Replication Engine touch the vertical face of the rack.
  3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to install and tighten the four M6 panhead screws (two on each side) to secure the chassis to the front of the rack.
  4. Install and tighten two 6-32 screws (one on each side) at the back of the chassis, to secure the back of the chassis to the rack.