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3. Verify the rack cabinet design supports the total weight of storage enclosures and has stabilizing features
to prevent the rack cabinet from tipping or being pushed over during installation or normal use.
4. Do not lift the storage enclosure without a mechanical lift. No single person should lift an enclosure without
help.
5. Mount storage enclosures into the rack cabinet from the bottom to the top during installation.
6. Locate lighter storage enclosures above heavier ones to maximize stability.
7. Remove storage enclosures from the top of the rack cabinet to the bottom when emptying it.
Required equipment Qty Identification
Outer rails, properly oriented 2 N/A
#2 Phillips-head screwdriver, 6-in length 1 N/A
(Optional) 8mm nut driver, 6-in length 1 N/A
Phillips-head screw, M5 x 15, 8mm hex flange 8
To install the 2U rackmount rail kit:
1. Remove both outer rail assemblies from their packaging.
Item Description Item Description
1 Left front mount bracket 4 Set screw, front
2 Left front outer rail 5 Set screw, rear
3 Left rail slides 6 Left rear mount bracket
Figure 8 2U enclosure outer rail components