Force10 Networks E1200i Manuel D’Utilisation

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Installing AC Power Supplies

Secure your chassis ground first and then install each power supply.

1.

Locate the chassis ground connector nuts on the chassis rear (see 

). 

2.

Install the grounding cables to the ground nuts. The grounding cable must comply with your local electrical 
codes in size and color (typically the color is green or green with yellow stripe).

Note: Grounding cables must be terminated only with a UL-listed 2-hole lug with 1/4-inch holes on 

 

3/4-inch spacing (see 

a

Use ANSI UNC 1/4-20 x 1/2 bolt.

b

Tighten the bolt (torque should not exceed 25inch/lbs).

c

Connect the opposite end of the grounding cable to the nearest appropriate facility grounding post.

Figure 12   Cable Connector Required for E1200i AC 

Caution: An E1200i AC power supply still has power after extraction, and has completely 
powered off when the fans have stopped rotating. When replacing a power supply, to avoid arcing 
and discoloration of the supply and the chassis pins, please wait for the fans to stop rotating before 
reinserting the supply

1.

Make sure that the On/Standby switch, located on the left side of plug AC-0, is in the Standby (up) position 
(

).

2.

Loosen the cord retainers locking screws (if needed) and tilt the AC-cord retainer up approximately 15

o

 

and gently slide the cover away from the chassis.

0.750"

High-strand-count

conductor

diameter
2 Holes

All measurements in inches.

FN0001

1A

0.267