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PA-500 Series Hardware Reference

Install the PA-500 Series Firewall in an Equipment Rack

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Install the PA-500 Series Firewall in an Equipment Rack

Learn how to install the PA-500 Series Firewall in an equipment rack.

There are different rack mount SKUs that enable you to install a PA-500 Series firewall in a four-post 19" rack. The rack mount SKU used and the number of firewalls you can install depends on which PA-500 Series firewall you are installing.

PA-501 and PA-505—One firewall and one power adapter can be installed in the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-10.
PA-510—Up to two firewalls (with up to two power adapters each) can be installed in the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-10.
PA-520 and PA-540 — Up to two firewalls (with up to two power adapters each) can be installed in the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-11.
PA-550 and PA-560 — One firewall and up to two power adapters can be installed in the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-11.
PA-545-POE and PA-555-POE — One firewall and up to two power adapters can be installed in the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-12.
PA-520-5G — One firewall can be installed in the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-16 (four-post rack) or the PAN-2RU-2POST-RACK-17 (two-post rack).

PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-10

Install a PA-501, PA-505, or PA-510 firewall in an equipment rack using the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-10 mounting kit.

Secure the power adapter(s) to the mounting tray.
1. For each power adapter being installed (for a maximum of two for the PA-510), feed one Velcro strap through the opening at the dedicated power adapter locations on the mounting tray.
2. Place each power adapter into its designated location, then wrap each Velcro strap over the top of the adapter so that the adapter is fixed in place.
Install the firewall in the mounting tray.
1. Align the four rubber feet of each device to the mounting tray, then secure it using three #6-32 x 3/16" long flathead screws.
Slide one of the adjustable mounting brackets into one of the fixed mounting brackets to create a mounting rail. Repeat for the second mounting rail. The adjustable and fixed brackets are the same for the left and right side.
Align the bottom edge of the mounting rails to the bottom of the space reserved for your firewall. Align the slotted holes in the adjustable mounting bracket to the holes on the rear of the equipment frame.
Secure the rails to the equipment frame with mounting screws (not provided) compatible with your equipment frame. Tighten the screws to their recommended torque value.
Slide the mounting tray into the rails previously fixed to the equipment rack. Stop when the front flange on the mounting tray is flush with the front of the rail.
Align the slotted hole in the mounting tray to the hole in the equipment frame. Secure the mounting tray to the equipment frame on both sides using one screw each (not provided). The screws must be compatible with your equipment frame.
Proceed to Connect Power to the PA-500 Series Firewall.

PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-11

Install a PA-520, PA-540, PA-550, or PA-560 firewall in an equipment rack using the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-11 mounting kit.

Secure the power adapter(s) to the mounting tray.
1. For each power adapter being installed (for a maximum of four for the PA-520 and PA-540 and a maximum of two for the PA-550 and PA-560), feed two Velcro straps through the openings at the dedicated power adapter locations on the mounting tray.
2. Place each power adapter into its designated location, then wrap both Velcro straps over the top of the adapter so that the adapter is fixed in place.
Route the power cables through paths on the mounting tray.
1. Route the initial segment of the power cables (that plugs into the firewall) along the wall of the mounting tray. Use two #6-32 screws to install a routing cover over each wall of the mounting tray so that the power cable is contained within.
2. Using the following images as references, guide the remaining length of the power cables along the mounting tray. Thread the provided cable ties through the lances and cutouts in the mounting tray. Wrap the cable ties around the power cables, ensuring that the power cables are fixed in place.
  PA-520 and PA-540
  
  PA-550 and PA-560
Install retention clamps over the power cord that plugs into your power source.
1. Connect the power cords into each power adapter.
2. Thread each power cord through a retention clamp, then snap the retention clamp to the mounting tray.
3. Tighten the retention clamp so that the power cord is locked in place.
Install the firewall in the mounting tray.
PA-520 and PA-540
1. Align the four rubber feet of each device to the mounting tray, then secure it using four M3 x 6mm flathead screws. Repeat if you are installing a second firewall.
PA-550 and PA-560
1. Align the four rubber feet of the device to the mounting tray, then secure it using four M3 x 6mm flathead screws.
Slide one of the adjustable mounting brackets into one of the fixed mounting brackets to create a mounting rail. Repeat for the second mounting rail. The adjustable and fixed brackets are the same for the left and right side.
Align the bottom edge of the mounting rails to the bottom of the space reserved for your firewall. Align the slotted holes in the adjustable mounting bracket to the holes on the rear of the equipment frame.
Secure the rails to the equipment frame with mounting screws (not provided) compatible with your equipment frame. Tighten the screws to their recommended torque value.
Slide the mounting tray into the rails previously fixed to the equipment rack. Stop when the front flange on the mounting tray is flush with the front of the rail.
Align the slotted hole in the mounting tray to the hole in the equipment frame. Secure the mounting tray to the equipment frame on both sides using one screw each (not provided). The screws must be compatible with your equipment frame.
Proceed to Connect Power to the PA-500 Series Firewall.

PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-12

Install a PA-545-POE or PA-555-POE firewall in an equipment rack using the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-12 mounting kit.

Secure the power adapter(s) to the mounting tray.
1. For each power adapter being installed (for a maximum of two), install two stoppers into the designated locations on the mounting tray. Use two #6-32 screws to secure each stopper from the underside of the mounting tray.
2. Place each power adapter into the location between the two installed stoppers.
  
  350W Power Adapter
  
  530W Power Adapter
Route the power cables through paths on the mounting tray.
1. Using the following images as references, guide the remaining length of the power cables along the mounting tray. Thread the provided cable ties through the lances and cutouts in the mounting tray. Wrap the cable ties around the power cables, ensuring that the power cables are fixed in place.
  350W Power Adapter
  
  530W Power Adapter
Install retention clamps over the power cord that plugs into your power source.
1. Connect the power cords into the power adapter.
2. Thread each power cord through a retention clamp, then snap the retention clamp to the mounting tray.
3. Tighten the retention clamp so that the power cord is locked in place.
Install the firewall in the mounting tray.
1. Align the four rubber feet of the device to the mounting tray, then secure it using four M3 x 6mm flathead screws.
Slide one of the adjustable mounting brackets into one of the fixed mounting brackets to create a mounting rail. Repeat for the second mounting rail. The adjustable and fixed brackets are the same for the left and right side.
Align the bottom edge of the mounting rails to the bottom of the space reserved for your firewall. Align the slotted holes in the adjustable mounting bracket to the holes on the rear of the equipment frame.
Secure the rails to the equipment frame with mounting screws (not provided) compatible with your equipment frame. Tighten the screws to their recommended torque value.
Slide the mounting tray into the rails previously fixed to the equipment rack. Stop when the front flange on the mounting tray is flush with the front of the rail.
Align the slotted hole in the mounting tray to the hole in the equipment frame. Secure the mounting tray to the equipment frame on both sides using one screw each (not provided). The screws must be compatible with your equipment frame.
Proceed to Connect Power to the PA-500 Series Firewall.

PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-16

Install a PA-520-5G firewall in a four-post equipment rack using the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-16 mounting kit.

The PA-520-5G firewall can be mounted in a 4-post equipment rack using the PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-16.

Parts List – PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-16
Quantity	Item
1	4-post rack mount tray
1	Fixed rail
1	Adjustable rail
2	Phillips pan head screw — M4 × 8mm
30	Torx flat head screw (T10) — M3 × 5mm
16	Adhesive cable tie mount
28	Locking cable tie
4	Power cord retainer
8	Velcro strap
4	RF cable assembly — R/A SMA to N-type, 450mm L
4	RF cable assembly — ST SMA to N-type, IP67, 93mm L
2	Dual LTE/5G cable mount bracket
4	Single LTE/5G cable mount bracket
1	Power cord routing cover, right
1	Power cord routing cover, left

Verify that the equipment rack has enough space to accommodate the firewall and has 1RU of space both above and below it.
Align the four holes on the bottom of the firewall with the designated location in the mounting tray. Seat the firewall and use four M3 Torx flat head screws to secure it in place.
Place up to two power adapters in the designated locations on the mounting tray. Loop the provided Velcro straps through the cutouts in the mounting tray, using two straps per power adapter.
Connect your cables and antenna connectors to the device and route them through the mounting tray in order to minimize slack.

A total of six antenna cable brackets are included — four single cable brackets and two dual cable brackets. Install each bracket using two M3 screws through the holes in the mounting tray. After guiding the antenna cables through the brackets, secure each cable in place using the included lock washer and nut.
Wrap cable ties through the small cutouts in the tray to secure the cables in place.
Install the two provided power cord routing covers on the right and left sides of the tray. Use two M3 screws for each side (four total).
Apply cable retention clamps over the power cords by slotting them into the tray.
Slide the adjustable rail into the fixed rail to create a mounting rail. Repeat for the second mounting rail. The adjustable and fixed rails are the same for the left and right side.
Align the bottom edge of the mounting rails to the bottom of the space reserved for your firewall. Align the slotted holes in the adjustable rail to the holes on the rear of the equipment frame.
Secure the rails to the equipment frame with mounting screws (not provided) compatible with your equipment frame. Tighten the screws to their recommended torque value.
Slide the firewall (seated securely in the mounting tray) into the equipment rack.

Make sure that you do not block any of the airflow vents on the firewall.
Secure the mounting tray to the equipment rack using compatible screws.

After installation, you should inspect the hardware on a regular basis in order to account for dust, debris, and any other obstructions that may affect the firewall's airflow.

Do not place any items or obstructions directly above or below the firewall within the 1RU of free space.

PAN-2RU-2POST-RACK-17

Install a PA-520-5G firewall in a two-post equipment rack using the PAN-2RU-2POST-RACK-17 mounting kit.

The PA-520-5G firewall can be mounted in a 2-post equipment rack using the PAN-2RU-2POST-RACK-17.

Parts List – PAN-2RU-2POST-RACK-17
Quantity	Item
1	2-post rack mount tray
8	Phillips pan head screw — M4 × 8mm
8	Torx flat head screw (T10) — M3 × 5mm
16	Locking cable tie
2	Power cord retainer
4	Velcro strap
4	RF cable assembly — R/A SMA to N-type, 450mm L

Verify that the equipment rack has enough space to accommodate the firewall and has 1RU of space both above and below it.
Using a Flathead screwdriver, remove the six screws (three on each side) securing the metal stiffener to the top of the rack tray. Remove the stiffener.
Align the four holes on the bottom of the firewall with the designated location in the mounting tray. Seat the firewall and use four M3 Torx flat head screws to secure it in place.
Place up to two power adapters in the designated location beside the firewall. Loop the provided Velcro straps through the cutouts in the mounting tray, using two straps per power adapter. Use cord retainers to secure the power cables in place.
Install the stiffener back over the device and secure it using three M3 screws on each side (6 total).
Connect your cables and antenna connectors to the device and route them through the mounting tray in order to minimize slack.
Wrap cable ties through the small cutouts in the tray to secure the cables in place.
Slide the firewall (seated securely in the mounting tray) into the equipment rack.

Make sure that you do not block any of the airflow vents on the firewall.
Secure the mounting tray to the equipment rack using compatible screws.

After installation, you should inspect the hardware on a regular basis in order to account for dust, debris, and any other obstructions that may affect the firewall's airflow.

Do not place any items or obstructions directly above or below the firewall within the 1RU of free space.

Install the PA-500 Series Firewall on a Wall

PAN-1RU-4POST-RACK-10