Setup guide

2 Installing the AS3000 System
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Rack-mount Requirements
Please observer the following rack requirements:
• Elevated Operating Ambient — If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the
operating ambient temperature of the rack environment might be greater than room
ambient. Therefore, consider installing the equipment in an environment compatible
with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer.
• Reduced Air Flow — Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the
amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
Avid AS3000 airflow is from the front of the enclosure to the rear. Make allowances for
cooling air to be available to the front panel surface and no restrictions at the rear.
• Mechanical Loading — Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a
hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
Make sure your rack enclosure is stable enough to prevent tipping over when one or
more Avid AS3000 servers are extended on the sliding rails.
• Circuit Overloading — Consideration should be given to the connection of the
equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have
on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment
nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
• Reliable Grounding — Reliable grounding of rack-mounted equipment should be
maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
• Inside Enclosure Access — If you want to extend the enclosure, and remove the top
cover, you must allow 0.5 in (1.3 cm) clearance on top of the enclosure for cover
removal.