User`s guide

BLACK BOX® CS Installation, Administration, and User’s Guide 35
Basic Installation Procedures
Mounting the CS
You can mount the CS on a wall, rack, or cabinet, or place it on a desktop or
other flat surface. Two brackets are supplied with six hex screws for attaching
the brackets to CS for mounting. See item 14 in the shipping content section.
• If you are not mounting the CS, place the unit on a desk or table.
• If you are rack-mounting the CS, obtain a hex screwdriver and
appropriate nuts and bolts before starting the following procedure.
T To rack-mount CS, perform the following steps:
1. Install the brackets on to the front or back edges of the box using a screw
driver and the screws provided with the mounting kit.
2. Mount the CS box in a secure position.
Note: To ensure safety refer to Appendix B: Safety Guidelines.
Making an Ethernet Connection
You can use the RJ-45 straight-through cable and the appropriate adapter
provided in the product box to assemble a console cable. All adapters have an
RJ-45 connector on one end and either a DB25 or DB9 male or female
connector on the other end.
brackets