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Unpacking and Mounting the QFX5230-64CD Switch

Unpacking a QFX5230-64CD Switch

The QFX5230-64CD switch is a rigid sheet-metal structure that houses the hardware components. A QFX5230-64CD switch is shipped in a cardboard carton, secured with foam packing material.

CAUTION:

The QFX5230-64CD switch is maximally protected inside the shipping carton. Do not unpack the switch until you are ready to begin installation.

To unpack a QFX5230-64CD 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 contents against the inventory included in the box. Table 1 lists the inventory of components supplied with a QFX5230-64CD switch.
  6. Save the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the switch later.
Table 1: Sample Inventory of Components Supplied with a QFX5230-64CD Switch

Component

Quantity

Chassis

1

Fan modules - QFX5230-64CD-FANAO

4, factory installed

Power supplies - JNP-3000W-AC-AFO

2, factory installed

Rack mount kit for QFX5230-64CD

  • Mounting rails

  • Rear mounting blades

  • Flange

  • Flathead screws (Phillips, M4 x 6mm)

  • Flathead screws (Phillips, M4 x 8mm

The order number for a spare rack mount kit is QFX5230-2RU-4PRMK.

1

2

2

6

24

SAF-D-Grid power cords with plugs appropriate to your geographical location (AC systems only)

2

Documentation roadmap card

1

Warranty

1

Register Products—Mandatory to Validate SLAs

Register all new Juniper Networks hardware products and changes to an existing installed product using the Juniper Networks website to activate your hardware replacement service-level agreements (SLAs).

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.

Register your product(s) at https://tools.juniper.net/svcreg/SRegSerialNum.jsp.Update your installation base at https://www.juniper.net/customers/csc/management/updateinstallbase.jsp.

Mounting a QFX5230-64CD Switch in a Rack or Cabinet

You can mount QFX5230-64CD switches only on a four-post 19-in. rack or cabinet using the rack mount kit provided with the switch.

This topic describes how to mount a QFX5230-64CD switch in a four-post rack.

Before You Begin Rack Installation

Before you begin mounting a QFX5230-64CD switch in the rack or cabinet:

  1. Ensure that you understand how to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage. See Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge Damage.
  2. Verify that the site meets the requirements described in QFX5230-64CD Site Preparation Checklist.
  3. Place the rack in its permanent location, allowing adequate clearance for airflow and maintenance, and secure it to the building structure.
  4. Read Chassis and Component Lifting Guidelines.
  5. Remove the switch from the shipping carton (see Unpacking a QFX5230-64CD Switch).
  6. Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available that are not normally provided with the device to mount the switch in a rack:

    • ESD grounding strap

    • Appropriate screwdriver for the mounting screws

    • Screws to attach the device to the rack

    • Grounding lug, grounding wire, screws and washers

    • Dust covers for unused ports

CAUTION:

A QFX5230-64CD switch requires two people for installation, one person to lift the device into place and another person to attach the device to the rack. If you are installing the QFX5230-64CD switch above 60 in. (152.4 cm) from the floor, you can remove the power supplies and fan modules to minimize the weight before attempting to install the device.
CAUTION:

If you are mounting multiple devices on a rack, mount the device in the lowest position of the rack first. Proceed to mount the rest of the devices from the bottom to the top of the rack to minimize the risk of the rack toppling.

Mount your Device by Using the QFX5230-2RU-4PRMK Rack Mount Kit on a 4-Post Rack

Ensure that you have the following tools and parts available:

  • An ESD grounding strap—not provided.

  • A pair of side mounting brackets that attach to the chassis—provided with the rack mount kit.

  • A pair of front and rear mounting rails that attach to the rack posts—provided with the rack mount kit.

To mount the device on a four-post rack:

  1. Review the General Safety Guidelines and Warnings.
  2. Wrap and fasten one end of the electrostatic discharge (ESD) cable grounding strap around your bare wrist, and connect the other end to a site ESD point.
  3. To attach the side mounting brackets to the chassis, align the keyholes on the mounting brackets over the shoulder screws on the chassis. Slide the mounting brackets toward the rear of the chassis.
    Figure 1: Attach the Side Mounting Brackets Attach the Side Mounting Brackets
  4. Assemble the mounting rails by sliding the rear floating rails into the front rails.
    Figure 2: Assemble the Mounting Rails Assemble the Mounting Rails
  5. Install the mounting rails on the rack:
    1. Align the guide blocks of the rear mounting rails with the rear-post holes. Pull the rear mounting rails toward the front of the rack to lock the rails in place. You will hear a distinct click sound when the latch locks into the corresponding rack holes.
      Figure 3: Install the Rear Mounting Rails Install the Rear Mounting Rails
    2. Align the guide blocks of the front mounting rails with the front-post holes. Push the front mounting rails toward the rear of the rack to lock the rails in place. You will hear a distinct click sound when the latch locks into the corresponding rack holes.
      Figure 4: Install the Front Mounting Rails Install the Front Mounting Rails
    3. Visually ensure that the front and rear latches are locked into place on the mounting rails. The mounting rails should be securely installed on the rack.
  6. Lift the device and position it in front of the rack, aligning the side mounting-brackets with the mounting rails. Slide the device into the channels of the rack mounting rails.
    Figure 5: Slide the Mounting Rail into the Rack Slide the Mounting Rail into the Rack
  7. Push the chassis.
    Figure 6: Push the Chassis into the Rack Push the Chassis into the Rack
  8. Secure the chassis to the rack and tighten the thumbscrews.
    Figure 7: Tighten the Thumbscrew Tighten the Thumbscrew

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