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Install the EX4100-F Switch

SUMMARY This topic guides you through the steps to install the EX4100-F switches.

Unpack the EX4100-F Switch

Juniper Networks ships EX4100-F switches in a cardboard carton, secured with foam packing material. The carton has an accessory compartment.

CAUTION:

The shipping carton completely protects the EX4100-F switches. Leave the switches safely in the carton until you are ready to begin installation.

To unpack the switch:

  1. Move the shipping carton to a staging area as close to the installation site as possible, but where you have enough room to remove the system components.
  2. Position the carton so that the arrows are pointing up.
  3. Open the top flaps on the shipping carton.
  4. Pull out the packing material holding the switch in place.
  5. Verify the parts received against the inventory on the label attached to the carton (see Packing List for an EX4100-F Switch).
  6. Save the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the switch later.

Packing List for an EX4100-F Switch

The switch shipment includes a packing list. Check the parts you receive with the switch against the items on the packing list. The packing list specifies the part number and provides a description of each part in your order. The parts shipped match the switch model you ordered (see EX4100 and EX4100-F Switch Models).

If any part on the packing list is missing, contact your customer service representative or contact Juniper customer care from within the U.S. or Canada by telephone at 1-888-314-5822. For international-dial or direct-dial options in countries without toll-free numbers, see https://www.juniper.net/support/requesting-support.html.

See:

  • Table 1 for inventory of components provided with EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T models.

  • Table 2 for inventory of components provided with EX4100-F-24P, EX4100-F-24T, EX4100-F-48P, and EX4100-F-48T models.

Table 1: Inventory of Components Provided with EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T models

Component

Quantity

Switch

1

Power Adaptor

1

AC power cord appropriate for your geographical location

1

Dust covers for SFP ports

8 preinstalled

Documentation Roadmap/Warranty Card

1

Juniper Networks Product Warranty

1

End User License Agreement

1
Table 2: Inventory of Components Provided with EX4100-F-24P, EX4100-F-24T, EX4100-F-48P, and EX4100-F-48T models

Component

Quantity

Switch with in-built fans and power supply

1

AC power cord appropriate for your geographical location

1

AC power cord retainer

1

Dust covers for SFP ports

8 preinstalled

Mounting brackets (2-post)

2

Rubber feet

4

Documentation Roadmap/Warranty Card

1

Juniper Networks Product Warranty

1

End User License Agreement

1

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CAUTION:

Register product serial numbers on the Juniper Networks website. Update the installation base data if any addition or change to the installation base occurs or if the installation base is moved. Juniper Networks is not responsible for not meeting the hardware replacement service-level agreement for products that do not have registered serial numbers or accurate installation base data.

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Mount an EX4100-F Switch on Two Posts in a Rack or Cabinet

Before mounting the switch on two posts in a rack:

Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:

  • Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2 (not provided).

  • Screws to secure the chassis to the rack (not provided).

  • 2-in.-recess front-mounting brackets (from the separately orderable four-post rack-mounting kit) if you will mount the switch in a recessed position.

You can mount an EX4100-F switch on two posts of a 19-in. rack or cabinet by using the front mounting brackets provided with the switch. (The remainder of this topic uses rack to mean rack or cabinet.)

You can mount the switch on four posts of a four-post rack by using the mounting brackets provided with the separately orderable four-post rack-mounting kit. See Mount an EX4100-F Switch on Four Posts in a Rack or Cabinet.

Note:

If you need to mount the switch in a recessed position on either a two-post rack or a four-post rack, you can use the 2-in.-recess front-mounting brackets provided in the separately orderable four-post rack-mounting kit.
Note:

One person must be available to lift the switch while another secures the switch to the rack.
CAUTION:

If you are mounting multiple units on a rack, mount the heaviest unit at the bottom of the rack and mount the other units from the bottom of the rack to the top in decreasing order of the weight of the units.

To mount the switch on two posts in a rack:

  1. Remove the switch from the shipping carton (see Unpack the EX4100-F Switch).
    Figure 1: EX4100-F Chassis with Front-Mounting Brackets EX4100-F Chassis with Front-Mounting Brackets
  2. Place the switch on a flat, stable surface.
  3. The front brackets allow you to mount the switch. If you want to mount the switch in a recessed position, attach the 2-in.-recessed front-mounting brackets provided in the separately orderable four-post rack-mounting kit.
  4. Have one person grasp both sides of the switch, lift the switch, and position it in the rack, aligning the mounting bracket holes with the threaded holes in the rack or cabinet rail. Have the person align the bottom hole in each mounting bracket with a hole in each rack rail, making sure that the chassis is level. See Figure 2.
    Figure 2: Mounting the Switch on Two Posts in a Rack Mounting the Switch on Two Posts in a Rack
  5. Have a second person secure the switch to the rack by using the appropriate screws. Tighten the screws.
  6. Ensure that the switch chassis is level by verifying that all screws on one side of the rack are aligned with the screws on the other side.
    Figure 3: EX4100-F Chassis Installed in Rack EX4100-F Chassis Installed in Rack

Mount an EX4100-F Switch on Four Posts in a Rack or Cabinet

Before mounting the switch on four posts in a rack:

Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:

  • Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2

  • 6 flat-head 4-40 mounting screws (provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit)

  • 12 flat-head 4x6-mm Phillips mounting screws (provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit)

  • One pair each of flush or 2-in.-recessed front-mounting brackets (provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit)

  • One pair of side-mounting rails (provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit)

  • One pair of rear-mounting blades (provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit)

  • Screws to secure the chassis and the rear-mounting blades to the rack (not provided)

You can mount an EX4100-F switch on four posts of a 19-in. rack or cabinet by using the separately orderable four-post rack-mounting kit. (The remainder of this topic uses rack to mean rack or cabinet.)

Note:

If you need to mount the switch in a recessed position on either a two-post rack or a four-post rack, you can use the 2-in.-recessed front-mounting brackets provided in the separately orderable four-post rack-mounting kit.
Note:

One person must be available to lift the switch while another secures the switch to the rack.
CAUTION:

If you are mounting multiple units on a rack, mount the heaviest unit at the bottom of the rack and mount the other units from the bottom of the rack to the top in decreasing order of the weight of the units.

To mount the switch on four posts in a rack:

  1. Remove the switch from the shipping carton (see Unpack the EX4100-F Switch).
  2. Place the switch on a flat, stable surface.
  3. Attach the front-mounting brackets (either the flush or the 2-in.-recess front-mounting brackets) to the side mounting-rails by using the 6 4-40 flat-head Phillips mounting screws. See Figure 4.
    Figure 4: Attaching the Front-Mounting Bracket to the Side Mounting-Rail Attaching the Front-Mounting Bracket to the Side Mounting-Rail
      1
    —

    Side mounting rail

      2
    —

    Front-mounting bracket
  4. Align the side mounting rails along the side panels of the switch chassis. Align the two holes in the rear of the side mounting rails with the two holes on the rear of the side panel.
  5. As shown in Figure 5, align the side mounting rails along the side panels of the switch chassis and insert and tighten the twelve 4x6 mm Phillips flat-head mounting screws to secure the side panels to the two sides of the switch chassis.
    Figure 5: Attaching the Side Mounting Rail to the Switch Chassis Attaching the Side Mounting Rail to the Switch Chassis
  6. Have one person grasp both sides of the switch, lift the switch, and position it in the rack, aligning the holes on the side mounting rail with the threaded holes in the front post of the rack. Have the person align the bottom hole in both the front-mounting brackets with a hole in each rack rail, making sure that the chassis is level. See Figure 6.
    Figure 6: Mounting the Switch to the Front Posts in a Rack Mounting the Switch to the Front Posts in a Rack
  7. Have a second person secure the front of the switch to the rack by using the appropriate screws for your rack.
  8. Slide the rear-mounting blades into the side mounting-rails. See Figure 7.
    Figure 7: Sliding the Rear-Mounting Blades into the Side Mounting Rails Sliding the Rear-Mounting Blades into the Side Mounting Rails
  9. Attach the rear-mounting blades to the rear post by using the appropriate screws for your rack. Tighten the screws.
    Figure 8: Chassis Fully Installed in the Rack Chassis Fully Installed in the Rack
  10. Ensure that the switch chassis is level by verifying that all the screws on the front of the rack are aligned with the screws at the back of the rack.

Mount an EX4100-F Switch in a Recessed Position in a Rack or Cabinet

You can mount an EX4100-F switch in a rack or cabinet such that the switch is recessed inside the rack from the front of the rack by 2 inches. You can use the 2-in.-recessed front-mounting brackets provided in the separately orderable four-post rack-mounting kit to mount the switch in a recessed position.

Reasons that you might want to mount the switch in a recessed position include:

  • You are mounting the switch in a cabinet, and the cabinet doors do not close completely unless the switch is recessed.

  • The switch you are mounting has transceivers installed in the uplink ports, and the transceivers in the uplink ports protrude from the front of the switch.

Before you mount an EX4100-F switch in a recessed position inside a 19-in. four-post rack:

Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:

  • Number 2 Phillips (+) screwdriver (not provided)

  • Eight screws to secure the mounting brackets to the rack (not provided)

  • An ESD grounding strap (not provided)

  • Recessed-mounting brackets to mount the switch in a recessed position from the front posts of a rack—2 (provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit)

  • Flat head 4-40 Phillips screws to attach the recessed-mounting brackets to the side rails of the bracket assembly—6 (provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit)

  • Flat head 4x6-mm Phillips screws to attach the front-mounting bracket assembly to the chassis—12 (provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit)

To mount an EX4100-F switch in a recessed position from the front posts of a 19-in. four-post rack:

  1. Remove the switch from the shipping carton (see Unpack the EX4100-F Switch).
  2. Place the switch on a flat, stable surface.
  3. Wrap and fasten one end of the ESD wrist strap around your bare wrist, and connect the other end of the strap to a site ESD point.
  4. Attach the recessed-mounting brackets provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit to the side rails by using the flat head 4-40 Phillips screws provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit .
    Figure 9: Attach the Recessed-Mounting Bracket to the Side Rail Attach the Recessed-Mounting Bracket to the Side Rail
  5. Align the recessed-mounting bracket assembly along the side panel of the switch.
  6. Insert the flat head 4x6-mm Phillips screws to attach the recessed-mounting bracket assembly into the aligned holes on the chassis provided with the four-post rack-mounting kit and tighten the screws.
    Figure 10: Attach the Recessed-Mounting Bracket Assembly to the Switch Attach the Recessed-Mounting Bracket Assembly to the Switch
  7. Decide which end of the switch you want to place at the front of the rack. Position the switch so that the AIR IN labels on the fan modules are next to the cold aisle and the AIR OUT labels on the fan modules are next to the hot aisle.
  8. Have one person grasp both sides of the switch, lift the switch, and position it in the rack, aligning the holes of the mounting brackets with the threaded holes in the front post of the rack. Have the person align the bottom hole in both the mounting brackets with a hole in each rack rail, making sure that the chassis is level.
  9. Have a second person secure the mounting brackets to the rack by using four screws appropriate for your rack. Tighten the screws.
    Figure 11: Secure the Switch to the Front Posts of a Rack Secure the Switch to the Front Posts of a Rack
  10. Slide the rear-mounting bracket blades into the side rails of the recessed-mounting bracket assembly attached to the switch chassis.
  11. Ensure that the chassis is level. Align the holes of the rear-mounting brackets with the threaded holes in the rear post of the rack. Align the bottom hole in both the mounting brackets with a hole in each rack rail. Align the bottom hole in both the rear-mounting brackets with the bottom hole in the front-mounting brackets.
  12. Secure the rear-mounting brackets to the rear post of the rack by using four screws appropriate for your rack.
    Figure 12: Secure the Switch to the Rear Post of the Rack by Using the Rear-Mounting Brackets Secure the Switch to the Rear Post of the Rack by Using the Rear-Mounting Brackets
  13. Look around the installed switch to ensure that the switch is installed correctly.
    Figure 13: Chassis Fully Installed in Rack Chassis Fully Installed in Rack
  14. If required, cover the SFP ports with the dust covers.

Mount an EX4100-F Switch on a Wall

Before mounting a switch on a wall:

Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:

  • 2 wall-mounting brackets (provided in the wall-mounting kit)

  • 12 wall-mounting bracket screws (provided in the wall-mounting kit)

  • 6 mounting screws (8-32 x 1.25 in. or M4 x 30 mm) (not provided)

  • Hollow wall anchors rated to support up to 75 lb (34 kg) if you are not screwing the screws directly into wall studs (not provided)

  • Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2

You can mount an EX4100-F (EX4100-F-24P, EX4100-F-24T, EX4100-F-48P, and EX4100-F-48T) switch on a wall by using the separately orderable wall-mounting kit (EX-WMK).

To mount one or two switches on a wall:

  1. Remove the switch from the shipping carton (see Unpack the EX4100-F Switch).
  2. Attach the wall-mounting brackets to the sides of the chassis using four wall-mounting bracket screws on each side, as shown in Figure 14.
    Figure 14: Attaching Wall-Mounting Brackets to a Switch Chassis Attaching Wall-Mounting Brackets to a Switch Chassis
  3. Install six mounting screws in the wall for the wall-mounting brackets at the location shown in Figure 15:
    Note:

    Tighten the screws only partway in, leaving about 1/4 in. (6 mm) distance between the head of the screw and the wall.
    1. Drill a hole (A) and install a mounting screw.
    2. Drill a hole (B) at a distance of 5.98 in. (15.2 cm) from screw A on a level line to the right and install a mounting screw.
    3. Drill a hole (C) at a distance of 18.67 in. (47.43 cm) on a plumb line down from screw A and install a mounting screw.
    4. Drill a hole (D) at a distance of 18.67 in. (47.43 cm) on a plumb line down from screw B and install a mounting screw.
      Figure 15: Measurements for Installing Mounting Screws Measurements for Installing Mounting Screws
  4. Place the switch against the wall such that the front panel of the switch faces to the right side and the holes in the mounting bracket heads align with the mounting screw heads.
  5. Slide the switch chassis to the left or right a bit so that the mounting screws are pushed into the channels of the holes in the mounting brackets until the switch rests firmly in place as shown in Figure 16.
  6. Tighten all mounting screws.
Figure 16: Mounting the Switch on a Wall Mounting the Switch on a Wall

Mounting an EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T switch

You can mount an EX4100-12P and/or EX4100-12T switch on the desk, on the wall, under a desk or level surface, on a ferrous surface/metallic wall, on two posts of a rack, on two posts of a four post rack, and on a DIN rail.

The default mounting option is on the desk. For the rest of the mounting options, the mounting kits are separately orderable. Also, for all mounting options, you can optionally use the following. These are separately orderable parts:

Note:

The under-the-desk mounting kit and wall-mounting kit are common.

For every mounting option, follow these guidelines:

Mounting an EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T Switch on a Desk

You can mount the EX4100-F-12P and/or EX4100-F-12T switch and its power adapter on a desk or other level surface. The surface should be flat or level and shall not be an inclined surface or area.

Note:

Allow sufficient space of 6 inches all around the switch for cooling. Insufficient space can lead to overheating of the switch chassis.

To mount a switch on a desk or other level surface:

  1. Place the switch and its adapter on the desk or the level surface. The following image shows an EX4100-F-12P switch mounted on a desk. The same procedure applies to an EX4100-F-12T switch as well.
    Figure 17: EX4100-F-12P Switch Mounted on a Desk EX4100-F-12P Switch Mounted on a Desk
  2. Ensure that the switch rests firmly on the desk or level surface.

Mounting an EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T Switch Under a Desk or Other Level Surface

Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:

  • Under the desk mounting brackets

  • Power Adaptor Tray

  • Six M4 screws to attach the mounting brackets to the chassis.

  • Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2 (not provided in the mounting kit)

  • Seven M4 x L15mm screws for mounting the switch and power adaptor tray.

    • Screws for mounting switch - 4 pcs

    • Screws for mounting the power adaptor tray - 3 pcs

You can mount an EX4100-F-12P and/or EX4100-F-12T switch along with its power adaptor under a desk or other level surface. You do this by attaching the mounting brackets to the chassis and securing it to the surface under the desk. For the power adaptor, you use screws to secure the power adaptor tray to the surface under the desk.

Note:

Allow clearance of 6 inches all around the switch for thermal cooling.
Note:

The desk or level surface should be suitable to hold screws firmly.
Note:

Do not block the vents on the top of the switches. Blocking the vents can lead to overheating of the switch chassis.

To mount the switch under a desk or other level surface by using screws:

  1. Assemble the mounting brackets to the chassis using the six M4 screws; three each side.
    Figure 18: Assembling the mounting brackets to the chassis using six M4 screws; three for each side. Assembling the mounting brackets to the chassis using six M4 screws; three for each side.
  2. Secure the switch under the desk using four (of seven) M4xL15mm screws.
    Figure 19: Measurements for installing mounting screws for mounting the switch and power adaptor tray under a desk Measurements for installing mounting screws for mounting the switch and power adaptor tray under a desk
    Figure 20: Switch secured under the desk using four M4xL15mm screws Switch secured under the desk using four M4xL15mm screws
  3. Attach the power adaptor to the power adaptor tray. See Attaching the Power Adaptor to the Power Adaptor Tray.
  4. Secure the power adaptor under the desk using three M4xL15mm screws.
    Figure 21: Power adaptor tray secured under the desk using three M4xL15mm screws Power adaptor tray secured under the desk using three M4xL15mm screws
    Figure 22: Switch and power adaptor tray mounted under the desk Switch and power adaptor tray mounted under the desk

Mounting an EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T Switch on Two Posts of a Rack

Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:

  • Two 2-post rack mounting ears

  • Eight M4 screws to assemble mounting ear on the left and right side.

  • Three M4 screws to attach power adaptor tray to the switch chassis.

  • Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2 (not provided in the 2-post rack mounting kit).

  • Screws to mount switch to the rack (not provided).

  • Power adaptor tray (provided with the 2-post rack mounting kit but not provided with the 2-post rack mounting ear kit.

You can mount EX4100-F-12P and/or EX4100-F-12T switches on two-posts of a two-post rack or two-posts of a four-post 19-in. rack by using the mounting ears and screws provided in the separately orderable 2-post rack mounting kit. The remainder of this topic uses rack to mean rack or cabinet.

There are three types of 2-post rack mounting kits.

  • RMK (rack mounting kit) - the one with power adaptor tray

  • RME (rack mounting ears) - the one with rack-mounting ears or front-mounting brackets only, but with no power adaptor tray.

  • PAT (power adaptor tray) - Power adaptor tray can be ordered separately and to be mounted along with RME kit.

Note:

Allow 3RU space on top of the switch and 6 inch space all around the switch.

To mount the switch on two posts of a two-post rack or two posts of a four-post rack:

  1. Attach the power adaptor tray to the switch chassis. See Attaching the Power Adaptor Tray to the Switch Chassis. This step is not applicable if installing the switch using the 2-post rack mounting ear kit.
  2. Attach the power adaptor to the power adaptor tray. See Attaching the Power Adaptor to the Power Adaptor Tray. This step is not applicable if installing the switch using the 2-post rack mounting ear kit.
  3. Secure the two-post mounting ears using four M4 screws on either side of the chassis as shown in the following figures.
    Figure 23: Secure the two-post mounting ears Secure the two-post mounting ears

    The following is the figure of only the rack-mounting ears attached to the switch chassis, if RME kit is used.

    Figure 24: Rack-mounting Ears Attached to the Switch Chassis

    The following is the figure of the power adaptor tray attached to the switch chassis. The rack mount ears are attached to the switch chassis and then power adaptor tray is attached.

    Figure 25: Attaching Power Adaptor Tray (PAT) Attaching Power Adaptor Tray (PAT)

    The following is the figure of power adaptor tray attached to the switch chassis, if RMK is used.

    Figure 26: Power Adaptor Tray Attached to the Switch Chassis Power Adaptor Tray Attached to the Switch Chassis
  4. Have one person grasp the sides of the device, lift it, and position it in the rack.
  5. Align the bottom hole in each mounting bracket with a hole in each rack rail as shown in the figure, ensuring that the chassis is level.
    Figure 27: Mounting the Switch with the Power Adaptor to the Two-post Rack Mounting the Switch with the Power Adaptor to the Two-post Rack
  6. The following figure depicts the switch mounted on two posts of a two-post rack or two posts of a four-post rack with the power adaptor tray attached when using the RMK or PAT kit along with RME kit.
    Figure 28: Mounting the switch without the power adaptor tray to the two-post rack Mounting the switch without the power adaptor tray to the two-post rack
  7. Have a second person install a mounting screw into each of the two aligned holes. Tighten the mounting screws.
  8. Install the second screw in each mounting ear.
  9. Verify that the mounting screws on one side of the rack are aligned with the mounting screws on the opposite side and that the device is level.

Mounting an EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T Switch on a Wall

Before mounting the switch on a wall, verify that you have the following parts available in your wall-mounting kit:

Note:

Allow sufficient space of 6 inches all around the switch for cooling. Insufficient space can lead to overheating of the switch chassis.

Note:

You can mount the EX4100-F-12P and/or EX4100-F-12T switches on a wall, at a height of no more than 2 meters.

  • Two wall-mounting brackets

  • Screws to attach the wall-mounting brackets – six M4 screws (3 pcs each side)

  • Power adaptor tray; three M4 screws to attach power adaptor tray to switch

  • Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2 (not provided in the wall mounting kit)

  • Four plastic wall anchors

  • Four M4xL20mm screws to mount switch and power adaptor tray on the wall

To install the device on a wall:

  1. Attach the power adaptor tray to the switch chassis. See Attaching the Power Adaptor Tray to the Switch Chassis.
  2. Attach the power adaptor the power adaptor tray. See Attaching the Power Adaptor to the Power Adaptor Tray.
  3. Attach the wall-mounting brackets using the six M4 screws.
    Figure 29: Attaching the wall mounting brackets Attaching the wall mounting brackets
  4. Drill 6mm holes on the wall at 4 places as shown in the following figure. These are the wall measurements for installing mounting screws to mount the switch with the power adaptor tray on a wall.
    Figure 30: Wall Measurements for Installing Mounting Screws Wall Measurements for Installing Mounting Screws
  5. Insert the four plastic wall anchors into the holes.
    Figure 31: Attach Plastic Anchors to the Wall Attach Plastic Anchors to the Wall
  6. Have one person grasp the sides of the device, lift it, and position it on the wall.
  7. Have a second person install two pairs of M4xL20mm mounting screws through the bracket holes on either side of the switch and power adaptor tray to secure it to the wall.
  8. Verify that the mounting screws on one side are aligned with the mounting screws on the opposite side and that the device is at the same level.
    Figure 32: Switch and Power Supply Adaptor Mounted to the Wall with the Correct Orientation Switch and Power Supply Adaptor Mounted to the Wall with the Correct Orientation

Mounting an EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T Switch on a Ferrous Wall using Magnet Pads

Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:

  • Magnet tray

  • Six M3 screws

  • Two magnet pads

Note:

  • You can mount the EX4100-F-12P and/or EX4100-F-12T switches on a ferrous wall using magnet pads, at a height of no more than 2 meters.

  • The ferrous wall shall be smooth and free of any contaminants like oil, grease, dirt, etc., as otherwise the unit may fall.

  • The ferrous wall on which the switch is mounted shall not be close to any area where vibration or impact may occur. Also, mounting the product near any heat generating area can cause the mounting to malfunction.

  • Allow sufficient space of 6 inches all around the switch for cooling. Insufficient space can lead to overheating of the switch chassis.

  • The ferrous wall on which the switch will be mounted shall be flat and the surface shall be without any undulation. The ferrous wall shall be well supported and strong enough to support the switch.

To mount the switch on a surface made of ferrous material:

  1. Attach the power adaptor to the power adaptor tray. See Attaching the Power Adaptor to the Power Adaptor Tray.
  2. Turn the chassis upside down.
  3. Use the Phillips (+) screwdriver (number 2) to assemble the magnet tray on the bottom side of the switch by using six M3 screws. In the following figure, the magnet tray and magnet tray being assembled on the bottom side of the switch using the screws is shown.
    Figure 33: Magnet Tray Assembled on the Bottom Side of the Switch Magnet Tray Assembled on the Bottom Side of the Switch
  4. Attach the switch and power supply adaptor to the ferrous surface using the appropriate magnet pad.
    Figure 34: Attach the Switch and Power Supply Adaptor to the Ferrous Surface Attach the Switch and Power Supply Adaptor to the Ferrous Surface
    Figure 35: Switch and Power Supply Adaptor Mounted to the Ferrous Surface Switch and Power Supply Adaptor Mounted to the Ferrous Surface

Mounting an EX4100-12P and EX4100-12T Switch on a DIN Rail

Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:

  • DIN mounting bracket

  • Four M4 Pan Head screws

Note:

  • The product can be mounted onto a standard 35mm DIN rail

  • Allow sufficient space of 6 inches all around the switch for cooling. Insufficient space can lead to overheating of the switch chassis.
  1. Attach the power adaptor tray to the switch chassis. See Attaching the Power Adaptor Tray to the Switch Chassis.
  2. Attach the power adaptor the power adaptor tray. See Attaching the Power Adaptor to the Power Adaptor Tray.
  3. Use the Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2, to assemble the DIN mounting bracket using four M4 Pan Head screws onto the bottom of the switch chassis.
    Figure 36: Assembling the DIN Mounting Bracket Assembling the DIN Mounting Bracket
  4. Position the switch in front of the DIN rail.
  5. Clip the DIN mounting bracket onto the standard 35mm DIN rail.
    Figure 37: Clipping the DIN Mounting Bracket onto the DIN Rail Clipping the DIN Mounting Bracket onto the DIN Rail
    Figure 38: Rear View and Front View of the Switch and Power Supply Adaptor Mounted on the DIN Rail Rear View and Front View of the Switch and Power Supply Adaptor Mounted on the DIN Rail

Unmounting an EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T Switch From a DIN Rail

To unmount the switch from a DIN rail:

  1. Ensure power is removed from the switch and all cables and connectors are removed from the switch.
  2. Slowly pull the lever down to disengage the DIN mounting bracket. While the switch is disengaged, pull the bottom of the switch away from the DIN rail and lift the hooks off the DIN rail.
    Figure 39: Velcro Pulled Downwards to Disengage the DIN Mounting Bracket Velcro Pulled Downwards to Disengage the DIN Mounting Bracket
    Figure 40: Velcro Pulled Downwards to Disengage the DIN Mounting Bracket Velcro Pulled Downwards to Disengage the DIN Mounting Bracket
  3. Remove the switch from the DIN rail mount.

Common Instructions for EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T Mounting Options

The following instructions are common across the mounting options for EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T.

Attaching the Power Adaptor to the Power Adaptor Tray

Attaching the power adaptor to the power adaptor tray is a pre-step for 2-post racking, under the desk, wall, magnet, and DIN rail mounting of the EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T switch.

To attach the power adaptor to the power adaptor tray:

  1. Attach the cable belt to the power adator tray.
    Figure 41: Cable Belt Attachment to the Power Adaptor Tray - EX4100-F-12P Cable Belt Attachment to the Power Adaptor Tray - EX4100-F-12P
    Figure 42: Cable Belt Attachment to the Power Adaptor Tray - EX4100-F-12T Cable Belt Attachment to the Power Adaptor Tray - EX4100-F-12T
  2. Place the power adaptor on the power adaptor tray.
    Figure 43: Placing the Power Adaptor on the Power Adaptor Tray - EX4100-F-12P Placing the Power Adaptor on the Power Adaptor Tray - EX4100-F-12P
    Figure 44: Placing the Power Adaptor on the Power Adaptor Tray - EX4100-F-12T Placing the Power Adaptor on the Power Adaptor Tray - EX4100-F-12T
  3. Lock the power adaptor onto the power adaptor tray using the cable belt at two places.
    Figure 45: Locking the Power Adaptor Using the Cable Belt - EX4100-F-12P Locking the Power Adaptor Using the Cable Belt - EX4100-F-12P
    Figure 46: Locking the Power Adaptor Using the Cable Belt - EX4100-F-12T Locking the Power Adaptor Using the Cable Belt - EX4100-F-12T

Attaching the Power Adaptor Tray to the Switch Chassis

Attaching the power adaptor tray to the switch chassis is a pre-step for 2-post rack mounting and DIN rail mounting of the EX4100-F-12P and EX4100-F-12T switch. However, for 2-post rack mounting, secure the power adaptor tray to the switch chassis, only after securing the front-mounting brackets.

  1. Secure the power adaptor to the power adaptor tray. See Attaching the Power Adaptor to the Power Adaptor Tray.
  2. Secure the power adaptor tray to the left side of the switch chassis using three M4 screws.
    Figure 47: Attaching the power adaptor tray to the switch chassis Attaching the power adaptor tray to the switch chassis

Attaching the Cable Guard to Protect Cable Connections

You can optionally attach cable guard to the chassis to protect cable connections.

Use the three M3 screws and Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 1, to attach the cable guard to the bottom of the chassis.
Figure 48: Attaching a cable guard to the switch Attaching a cable guard to the switch
Figure 49: Cable Guard Door- Closed Position Cable Guard Door- Closed Position
Figure 50: Cable Guard Door- Open Position Cable Guard Door- Open Position

Attaching the Standard Cable Lock to the Security Slot of the Switch

You can optionally secure the switch using the security slot.

  1. Fasten the cable to a desk or a rack and set the lock to unlocked position using the key.
  2. Insert the lock into the security slot on the switch.
    Figure 51: Inserting Lock into the Security Slot on the Switch Inserting Lock into the Security Slot on the Switch
  3. Set the lock to the locked position using the key.
    Figure 52: Setting the Lock to the Locked Position Using the Key Setting the Lock to the Locked Position Using the Key