Mounting an NFX350 Device on Four Posts in a Rack or Cabinet
You can mount the device a four-post rack by using the mounting brackets provided with the device.
The device weighs approximately 9.4 lb (4.3 kg). Two persons are required for mounting the device.
To mount an NFX350 device on a rack, you require the parts that are shipped with the device along with the following additional parts and equipment. These are not shipped with the device.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap
Four screws to secure the chassis and mounting bracket to the rack
Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2
Management host, such as a PC or laptop, with a serial port
Two 10-32 x .25 inch screws with #10 split-lock washer
Two #10 flat washers
Grounding cable (minimum 14 AWG (2 mm²), minimum 90°C wire), grounding lug (Panduit LCC10-14BWL or equivalent), a pair of 10-32x.25-in. screws, and a pair of flat washers
For information about installing the grounding cable, see the NFX350 Hardware Guide available at:
Ensure that the rack is in its permanent location, allowing adequate clearance for airflow and maintenance, and secured to the building structure.
If you are mounting multiple units in the rack, mount the heaviest unit at the bottom and mount the other units from bottom to top in the order of decreasing weight.
Wrap and fasten one end of the ESD grounding strap around your wrist and connect the other end to a site ESD point.
To mount the device on a rack: