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Lenovo 1723-8BX Installation And Maintenance Manual
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Installing an optional console switchYou can use a console switch to attach more than one server to a single display and keyboard. The optionalconsole switch is available separately.Depending on the depth of the console switch and the depth of the rack, you might be able to mount aconsole switch behind the console unit in the same 1U space. To mount the console switch behind theconsole unit, use the custom mounting brackets that come with the console unit.Use the brackets and instructions that come with the console switch for other installation options.Important: The console switch extends beyond the rear rack-cabinet mounting flanges when you install theswitch behind the console unit.Notes:1. In this procedure, left and right refer to orientations as you are facing the rear of the rack.2. The console switch mounting brackets come in the miscellaneous hardware kit.3. The mounting brackets have several pre-drilled holes and can support most console switch designs.To install a console switch behind the console unit, complete the following steps.Step 1. Attach the mounting bracket (with the channel) to the left side of the console switch, using two 8-32screws, and then attach the other mounting bracket to the right side of the console switch. Makesure that you correctly align the holes in the bracket with the console switch bracket holes.Note: The mounting bracket that you attach to the left side of the console switch has a channelthrough which you can route the power, video, and keyboard-and-mouse cables. Make sure thatyou attach the bracket to the console switch so that the channel on the mounting bracket facesupward.81A23 45 67Console switchMounting bracketMounting bracketwith channelStep 2. Install the console switch behind the console unit, making sure that the front switch brackets are infront of the rack flanges. Tighten the two thumbscrews to secure the switch to the rack.16 1U 18.5-inch Standard Console Installation and Maintenance Guide |
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