Grass Valley K2 Media Client System Guide Oct.10 2006 - Manual (Page 145)

September 7, 2006 K2 Media Client System Guide 145
Appendix
C
Rack-mounting
This appendix contains the following topics:
• “Rack mounting the K2 Media Client”
• “Rack mounting the control point PC drawer”
Rack mounting the K2 Media Client
This section contains the following topics:
• “Rack-mount considerations”
• “Rack mount hardware shipped with the K2 client system”
• “Mounting the Rack Slides”
• “Installing the K2 client system on the rack mount rails”
• “Making Rack Slide Adjustments”
Rack-mount considerations
When planning the placement of equipment in your equipment rack, bear in mind the
following:
• Insure adequate air flow around the chassis to provide sufficient cooling. Operating
ambient temperature will affect the amount of air circulation required to keep the
K2 client system within its temperature limitations. See
“Environmental
specifications” on page 130 for details.
• If the system is installed with its ventilation intakes near another system's exhaust
or in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature
inside the chassis may be greater than the room's ambient temperature. Install the
system in an environment compatible with this recommended maximum ambient
temperature.
• Ensure the rack is anchored to the floor so that it cannot tip over when the K2 client
system is extended out of the rack.
• Be sure to mount the K2 client system in a way that ensures even weight
distribution in the rack. Uneven mechanical loading can result in a hazardous
condition. Secure all mounting bolts when installing the chassis to the rack.
The following sections describe installing the K2 Media Client step-by-step.