User's Guide

Pathlight VX Site Preparation Guide 23
Additional Rack Requirements
Verify the Pathlight VX rack meets these additional requirements:
• The rack has a reliable branch circuit ground connection available to all installed equipment. Do not
rely on a connection to a branch circuit, such as a power strip.
• The rack is mechanically anchored to the building structure to ensure stability in the event of an
earthquake. Prepare the installation site for mounting bolts to secure the stabilizer brackets to the
site floor.
• The rack ventilates from front to back, so adequate clearance is required to service and cool the
system.
Verifying Tool Requirements
Table 13 lists the tools required to install the Pathlight VX. Verify that the tools will be onsite and available
for the installation.
65.7 TB Pathlight VX-650
(High-Performance Configuration)
(4 DPEs: 11 DAEs)
30 rack units (1 rack)
23 rack units (2 rack)
(adjacent racks)
53 rack units 36
71.6 TB Pathlight VX-650
(High-Performance Configuration)
(4 DPEs: 12 DAEs)
30 rack units (1 rack)
26 rack units (2 rack)
(adjacent racks)
56 rack units 38
Table 13 Tools Required to Install the Pathlight VX
Tool Description
1
No. 1 Phillips screwdriver
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2
No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
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3
Large flatblade screwdriver
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4
Tape measure or some type of measuring device
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5
Crossover Ethernet cable
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6
14-mm (9/16-inch) socket wrench
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7
Adjustable wrench
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Note
While not required, a 90° Phillips screwdriver is recommended for racks that do not
have removable side panels or otherwise do not have access to the rack sides.
Table 12 Required Rack Space for the Pathlight VX Configurations (Continued)
Pathlight VX Configuration Contiguous Units of
Rack Space
Actual Units of
Rack Space
Number of
Power Cords