Brocade MLX Series and Brocade NetIron XMR Hardware ...

3Installing a Brocade MLX-32 router• A power drill with the following attachments:- Large #2 Phillips screwdriver attachment- A 7/16 inch socket wrench attachment- Large 3/8 inch flat blade screwdriver attachmentPreparing the installation siteBefore installation, plan the location and orientation of the device relative to other equipment inthe rack. For cooling purposes, allow a minimum of six inches of space between the front and backof the device, and walls or other obstructions.Because you will need to use a mechanical lift to move and install the device, make sure you allowenough space to operate the lift. You will also need at least two people to slide the router off the liftand into the rack.You can install your 32-slot device in either a front-mount configuration (using the factory-installedmounting brackets) or a mid-mount configuration. For a mid-mount configuration, simply removethe factory-installed mounting brackets from the front edges of the device and re-attach them tothe center sides of the device using the pre-drilled holes.Follow these initial steps to mount a 32-slot device in a standard 19-inch rack.1. Ensure the rack is in a permanent location and is secured to the building. Ensure that theinstallation site allows adequate clearance for airflow, installation, and maintenance.2. Move the pallet and router as close to the installation site as possible.3. Use a power drill with a large Phillips screwdriver attachment to remove the front panel andfour L-brackets that attach the base of the router to the inner pallet. Refer to Figure 136.FIGURE 136Remove pallet front panel and router retaining brackets121 Bolts that attach removable front panel to the pallet2 Removable front panel3 Retaining brackets (4) on each side of router and pallet. Each bracket has 2 screws and 2 bolts4. Position the mechanical lift equipped with a lift plate as close to the front of the router aspossible. Adjust the lift plate height so that it is even with the bottom of the router.3194 Brocade MLX Series and Brocade NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide53-1002373-02