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Mount the PTX10008 by Using the EX-MOD-RMK-4POST Rack Mount Kit

You can mount a PTX10008 router in a four-post closed frame rack or a four-post open frame rack by using a rack mount kit. The rack mount kit with the part number JNP10004-RMK-4POST is shipped by default. You can order the rack mount kit with the part number EX-MOD-RMK-4POST separately. In this topic, we describe how to mount the router by using the EX-MOD-RMK-4POST rack mount kit.

The router chassis weighs approximately 145 lb (66 kg) with only the fan tray controllers installed.

You can mount a PTX10008 manually or by using a mechanical lift. Because of the router's size and weight, we strongly recommend that you use a mechanical lift to mount the PTX10008.

If you are mounting the router by using a lift, ensure that you have a mechanical lift rated for 500 lb (226.8 kg).

If you are mounting the router manually, ensure that there are at least three people to lift the chassis.

Before you mount the PTX10008 router:

Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:

  • 16 rack mount screws appropriate for your rack to secure the mounting brackets to the rack (not provided)

  • 14 rack mount screws appropriate for your rack to secure the chassis to the rack (not provided)

  • A Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 1, 2, or 3, depending on the size of your rack screws (not provided)

  • A Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2, to install the screws that connect the rear and base brackets (not provided)

The rack mount kit consists of the following components:

  • One left base bracket. The bracket is labeled LEFT FRONT on the side of the bracket that faces the interior of the rack, near the holes for attaching the bracket to the rack.

  • One right base bracket. The bracket is labeled RIGHT FRONT on the side of the bracket that faces the interior of the rack, near the holes for attaching the bracket to the rack.

  • Two rear brackets. These brackets are labeled REAR on the side of the bracket that faces the interior of the rack, near the holes for attaching the bracket to the rack. The rear brackets are interchangeable; you can use either of the rear brackets with the right or left base bracket.

  • 12 Phillips flat-head screws

CAUTION:

Install line cards and other components in the chassis only after you mount the chassis securely.
CAUTION:

Before mounting the router on a rack, have a qualified technician verify that the rack is strong enough to support the router's weight and is adequately supported at the installation site.
CAUTION:

If you are mounting multiple units on a rack, plan to mount the first router at the bottom of the 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 router:

  1. Wrap and fasten one end of the ESD grounding strap around your bare wrist, and connect the other end to a site ESD point.
  2. Line up the left base bracket in the left side of the rack so that its front screw holes line up with the holes in the rack. Use four mounting screws appropriate for your rack to secure the left base bracket to the rack.
  3. Line up one of the rear brackets at the left rear of the rack on the same level as the left base bracket, so that the rear bracket overlaps with the left base bracket. The screw holes for connecting the base and rear brackets should overlap. Use four mounting screws appropriate for your rack to secure the rear bracket to the rack.
    Note:

    When you install the base and rear brackets, the adjustable portion of the brackets overlap. Use the overlap area to adjust the total bracket length to fit any of the four standard rack sizes: 19 in. (483 mm), 23.62 in. (600 mm), 30 in. (762 mm), or 31.5 in. (800 mm).
  4. Attach the left base and rear brackets (see Figure 1):
    1. Insert six of the flat-head screws provided with the mounting brackets into the overlapping bracket holes.
    2. Tighten the screws by using a number 2 Phillips screwdriver.
    Figure 1: Attach the Base and Rear Brackets Attach the Base and Rear Brackets
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    Base brackets

      2
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    Rear brackets
  5. Repeat the instructions in Step 2 through Step 4 to install the right base and rear brackets.
    Note:

    Make sure that the left and right brackets are on the same level; if they are not, the chassis will rest at an angle.
  6. Remove the line card slot covers by grasping the handles and pulling the covers straight out (see Figure 2). Store the covers.
    Figure 2: Remove the Line Card Slot Covers Remove the Line Card Slot Covers
  7. If you are mounting the router by using a lift:
    1. Load the router onto the lift, making sure it rests securely on the lift platform (see Figure 3).
      Figure 3: Load the PTX10008 onto a Mechanical Lift Load the PTX10008 onto a Mechanical Lift
    2. By using the lift, align the router in front of the rack, centering it in front of the base brackets.
    3. Lift the chassis approximately 0.75 in. (1.9 cm) above the surface of the base brackets. Align the chassis as close as possible to the base brackets.

    If you are mounting the router manually:

    1. Align the router in front of the rack, centering it in front of the base brackets. Use a pallet jack if one is available.
      Warning:

      To prevent injury, keep your back straight and lift with your legs, not your back. Do not twist your body as you lift. Balance the load evenly and be sure that your footing is firm.
      CAUTION:

      If you are mounting more than one router, mount the first one at the bottom of the rack. Do not attempt to mount a router manually in an upper position in a rack.
      Note:

      The chassis has two handles that are designed for subtle positioning of the chassis. Do not lift the chassis by the handles.
    2. With one person on each side and one person in the rear, hold the bottom of the chassis and carefully lift it onto the base brackets (see Figure 4).
      Figure 4: Lift the PTX10008 Manually Lift the PTX10008 Manually
  8. Carefully slide the chassis onto the adjustable base and rear brackets until the chassis flanges contact the rack rails (see Figure 5). The base and rear brackets ensure that the holes in the chassis flanges line up with the holes in the rack rails.
    Figure 5: Attach the Chassis to the Rack Attach the Chassis to the Rack
  9. Move the lift away from the rack.
  10. Attach the chassis to the rack by installing a rack mount screw appropriate for your rack through each open flange hole and rack hole, starting from the bottom.
  11. Visually inspect the alignment of the router. If the router is installed properly in the rack, all the rack mount screws on one side of the rack are aligned with the rack mount screws on the other side and the router is level.
  12. After ensuring that the router is aligned properly, tighten the screws.
  13. After you install the rack mount screws and securely bolt the chassis to the rack, install the components in the chassis.