APC AR3814 User Manual

Installation Manual
NetShelter® 24 U
AV Enclosure
AR3814
Introduction..................................................................... 1
Safety Warnings and Cautions...................................... 1
Unpacking the Enclosure............................................... 2
Component Identifica tion............................................... 3
Helpful Steps for Reinstalling a Door............................ 5
Removing and Reinstalling the Roof ............................ 6
Enclosure Installation..................................................... 7
Moving the Enclosure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Leveling the Enclosure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Reversing the Front Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Securing the Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Grounding the Enclosure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Equipment Installation.................................................. 14
Adjusting the Vertical Mounting Rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Installing Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Cable Routing and Cable Management....................... 18
Vertical 0 U Accessory Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Rear Door Cable Containment Bracket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Accessories................................................................... 19
Specifications................................................................ 22
APC Limited Factory Warranty.................................... 23
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Introduction

The American Power Conversion (APC®) NetShelter® AV Enclosure is a high-quality enclosure for storage of industry-st andard (EIA-310), 19-inch rack-mount hardware, which includes servers, voice, data, networking, security, audio-visual, and APC power protection equipment.
Various accessories are mentioned in this manual . For comple te details on any accessory, see the APC Web site, www.apc.com. T o qui ckly f ind a part on the APC Web site, enter the p art number i n the Search field.
For additional informati on about this product, see the product page on the APC Web site, www.apc.com

Safety Warnings and Cautions

Observe all Warnings and Cautions in this manual, plus the following.
Tip Hazard: This equipment is easi ly tipped. Use extreme caution when unpacking or moving.
Heavy: Use at least two people to unpack the enclosure.
Warning: To avoid damage or injury, do not use the roof a s a walkway.
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Unpacking the Enclosure

Disclaimer

American Power Conversion is not responsible for damage sustained during reshi pment of this product.

Receiving inspection

Inspect the package and content s for shipping d amage, and make sure tha t all pa rts wer e sent. Repor t any damage immediately to the shipping agent. Repor t missing contents, damage, or other problems immediately to APC or your APC reseller.

Please Recycle

The shipping materials are recyclable. Save them for later use, or dispose of them appropriately.

Procedure

1. Move the shipping pallet to a firm, level surfac e in an open area . In spect for visible signs of shipping damage. If you detect shipping damage, contact APC Customer Support using the contact information on the back cover of this manual.
2. See the label on the packaging to determine where to cut the wrapping. Using sturdy shears or a utility knife, carefully remove the plastic stretch wrap surrounding the enclosure.
3. Remove the four cardboard corner protectors.
4. Remove and retain the two pallet-mounting brackets with mounting hardware that anchor the enclosure to the shipping pallet. Use a 13-mm wrench (not provided).
Note: Save the pallet-mounting brackets if you plan to bolt the enclosure to the floor .
5. With one person on each side of the enclosure, carefully roll it toward the rear of the pallet until the rear casters clear the back edge of the pallet. Continue to slide the enclosure until the rear casters touch the floor.
6. While one person carefully tips the enclos ur e slightly away from the pallet, ha ve the other person pull the pallet away from the enclosure. Set the enclosure gently on its casters.
Warning: Use caution when moving an empty enclosure on its casters; the enclosure may be unstable when pushed or pulled from the side. Push the enclosur e from the front or back when moving it on its casters. For extra sta bility, load 158 kg (350 lbs) of equipment into the bottom of the enclosure before moving it on its casters.
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Component Identification

Enclosure

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Roof with cable access (A R7214)
Enclosure frame
Side brace
Key for doors and side panels
Removable rear split doors (WAR7104)
Pallet/bolt-down bracket
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Rear door cable contai nment bracket
Removable side pane l with lock
(AR7376; Qty 2) Hardware bag (see page 4)
Adjustable le veling feet
Caster
Removable and reversible front door
(WAR7004) Vertical mounting rail
Adjustable vertical 0 U accessory
channel
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Hardware bag
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TORX® T30/#2 Phillips wrench (1) #10-32 screws (60) M5 x 12 screws (4)
7-mm hole plugs (4) 5-mm hole
plugs (5)
Frame handle
cutout cover (2)
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Helpful Steps for Reinstalling a Door

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Note: Doors self-align on hinge pins when properly reinstalled.
1. At a 90-degree angle to the front of the enclosure, position the door over the hinge pins ().
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2. Use slight pressure to pull the door away from enclosure; then lower the door
3. Connect the ground wire.
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Removing and Reinstalling the Roof

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