Installing in a Rack
This section provides instructions for rack mounting ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX,
VS-8UFX. Before installing in a rack, verify that the environment is within the recommended
range:
• Operation temperature – 0 to 40C (32 to 104F).
• Storage temperature – -40 to +70C (-40 to +158F).
• Humidity – 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing.
When installing on a 19" rack, avoid hazards by taking care that:
• It is located within recommended environmental conditions. Operating ambient
temperature of a closed or multi-unit rack assembly may exceed ambient room
temperature.
• Once rack mounted, there is enough air flow around ASPEN-32UFX,
ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX.
• ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX is placed upright in the correct
horizontal position.
• You do not overload the circuit(s). When connecting VS-8UFX to the supply circuit,
overloading the circuits may have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and
supply wiring. Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information. For
example, for fuse replacement, see the value printed on the product label.
• VS-8UFX is earthed (grounded) and connected only to an electricity socket with
grounding. Pay particular attention when electricity is supplied indirectly (for
example, when the power cord is not plugged directly into the wall socket but to an
extension cable or power strip). Use only the supplied power cord.
To rack-mount ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX:
• Remove the three screws from each side of the unit, reinsert those screws through the
rack ears and mount on a 19" rack.
• Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use.
• Always mount ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX in the rack before
connecting any cables or power.