Fibre Channel Hub, 12-Port Universal Mounting Kit

This document is an installation card providing instructions for mounting a Fibre Channel (FC) 12-Port Hub (295573-B21/DS-DHGGB-AA) into various Compaq racks, including RETMA 41U, RETMA 42U, Compaq Classic, and Metric SW600. It details the kit contents, required tools, and a step-by-step installation process.

The installation guide covers:

1. Determining Installation Location: Using a rack-mounting template to mark front and rear mounting bracket holes.
2. Attaching Mounting Brackets: Securing mounting brackets to the vertical rails of the rack, with specific steps for different rack types and orientations, including extender brackets for RETMA 42U and Compaq Classic racks.
3. Attaching Slide Brackets: Fastening slide brackets to the sides of the hub.
4. Installing the Hub: Sliding the hub, with attached slide brackets, into the rack mounting brackets and securing it.
5. Installing the Faceplate: Attaching a faceplate (primarily for cosmetic reasons) for RETMA 42U and Compaq Classic rack-rear installations.
6. Installing Air Baffles: Installing air baffles for RETMA 42U and Compaq Classic rack-rear installations.
7. Routing Cables: Using snap-on cable ties to route power and data cables.

The document stresses the importance of following correct procedures based on rack type and desired installation orientation (rack-front or rack-rear configuration), provides warnings against extending multiple components simultaneously for stability, and includes notes on ensuring all screws are fully tightened for structural integrity.