: Install the WF-500-B Appliance in a 19" Equipment Rack
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Install the WF-500-B Appliance in a 19" Equipment Rack

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Install the WF-500-B Appliance in a 19" Equipment Rack

The WF-500-B appliance ships with a rack mount kit that includes two sets of rail assemblies required to install the appliance in a 4-post rack. This rail kit will fit a rack between 26.5” and 36.4” deep.
The following safety guidelines apply to rack installation
  • Elevated ambient operating temperature—If the WF-500-B appliance is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient room temperature. Verify that the ambient temperature of the rack assembly meets the maximum rated ambient temperature requirements listed in WF-500-B Environmental Specifications.
  • Reduced airflow—Ensure that the airflow required for safe device operation is not compromised by the rack installation and that you allow at least 30” of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing.
  • Mechanical loading—Ensure that the rack-mounted device does not cause hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading.
  • Circuit overloading—Ensure that the circuit that supplies power to the device is sufficiently rated to avoid circuit overloading or excess load on supply wiring. See WF-500-B Electrical Specifications.
  • Reliable earthing—Maintain reliable earthing of rack mounted equipment. Pay special attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (such as the use of power strips).
The following procedure describes how to install the WF-500-B appliance in a four-post equipment rack.