Chapter 4: Hardware Installation This chapter provides information about unpacking, mounting, and applying power to the EM2100 appliance hardware. It includes the following topics. 4.1 Prepare Your Site for the EM2100 15 4.2 Unpack the Shipment 18 4.3 Sliding Rail Kit for Rack Mounting 20 4.4 Connecting Power to the EM2100 29 4.1 Prepare Your Site for the EM2100 Use this information to prepare a site for an EM2100 installation. ! WARNING: HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS . Omron does not intend that you use the EM2100 appliance in hazardous environments (explosive gas, water, dust, oil mist). The appliance has an IP rating of IP20 (NEMA Type 1). ! AVERTISSMANT:
Omron n’a pas conзu l’appareil EM2100 pour ktre utilisй dans des environnements а risque (gaz explosif, eau, poussiиre, brouillard huileux). L’appareil a un indice IP20 (NEMA Type 1). For other technical specifications and requirements, see: Technical Specifications on page 39. Site Rack Requirements Each EM2100 requires 1U (44.50 mm, 1.75 inches) of space in a standard 19-inch (48.3 cm) 4- post rack datacenter rack, installed as follows: l The appliance requires a minimum of four support points at the sides, or a rack shelf that provides full support for the chassis enclosure. l You must secure the appliance to the rack with screws.
This prevents anyone from attempting to slide the appliance out of the rack. IMPORTANT: Do not install this appliance in a 2-post rack, or mount it by the chassis bezel brackets ( ears ) alone. If rack mounting is not possible, mount the appliance with a support shelf or support brackets that can bear the entire weight of the unit. If you use a Secondary Fleet Manager, consider installing it in a rack that is remote from the Primary Fleet Manager to improve disaster tolerance. 20569-000 Rev. A EM2100 Installation Guide 15