RackSolutions 2POST-3UKIT Installation guide

Brand
RackSolutions
Model
2POST-3UKIT
Category
Rack accessories
Type
Installation guide

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RackSolutions 2POST-3UKIT is a conversion kit that allows you to transform a 2-post rack into a 4-post rack, providing increased stability and support for your equipment.

With this kit, you can easily mount servers, network switches, and other rack-mountable devices in a 2-post rack, creating a secure and organized IT environment.

The kit includes four conversion brackets, bracket to rack hardware, and equipment install hardware. The brackets are identical and can be attached to the rack using 12-24 slotted hex bolts. The number of bolts required varies based on the bracket height, with 3U brackets requiring 2 bolts in the top holes and 1 bolt in the bottom hole.

RackSolutions 2POST-3UKIT is a conversion kit that allows you to transform a 2-post rack into a 4-post rack, providing increased stability and support for your equipment.

With this kit, you can easily mount servers, network switches, and other rack-mountable devices in a 2-post rack, creating a secure and organized IT environment.

The kit includes four conversion brackets, bracket to rack hardware, and equipment install hardware. The brackets are identical and can be attached to the rack using 12-24 slotted hex bolts. The number of bolts required varies based on the bracket height, with 3U brackets requiring 2 bolts in the top holes and 1 bolt in the bottom hole.

RackSolutions
.com
info
@RackSolutions.com
Technical Support & Sales 903.453.0801
2Post Conversion Brackets
Installation Instructions
KitP/N: 2POST-2UKIT,
2POST-3UKIT, 2POST-4UKIT,
2POST-5UKIT, 2POST-7UKIT
Patent(s) Pending
2U
3U
4U
5U
7U
Page 2
Kit Contents
Four (4) Conversion Brackets
Bracket to Rack Hardware Kit
(16) 12-24 Slotted Hex Bolts
Equipment Install Hardware Kit
(10) M6x0.1mm Pan Head Screws
(12) M6x0.1mm Cage Nut
Installation Instructions
Step 1. Attach Brackets: Determine the location of the equipment in the rack. Screw
the (4) brackets to the rack using 12-24 Slotted Hex Bolts. The four brackets are
identical. Ensure the bolts attach the bracket tightly to the rack.
A 4U installation is shown below. The number of bolts required varies based on
the bracket height.
2U Brackets 1 Bolt in Top Hole, 1 Bolt in Bottom Hole
3U Brackets 2 Bolts in Top Holes, 1 Bolt in Bottom Hole
4U Brackets 2 Bolts in Top Holes, 1 Bolt in Bottom Hole
5U Brackets 3 Bolts in Top Holes, 1 Bolt in Bottom Hole
7U Brackets 3 Bolts in Top Holes, 1 Bolt in Bottom Hole
Bracket Bolts
Conversion Brackets
Installation Instructions – Rack Front
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If there are multiple servers stacked vertically, follow step 2 below.
Step 2. Bracket Coupling: Install 12-24 Slotted Hex Bolts at the locations shown below
to “Couple” the brackets. Bolts may be installed from the top or bottom. Repeat
for each nearby bracket.
Step 3. Equipment Installation: This 2Post Conversion kit creates a standard depth 4
Post rack. Equipment designed for square holes will typically install without
issues. Use the provided Cage Nuts and screws when threaded holes are
required.
For equipment compatibility information, refer to the following sites:
www.RackSolutions.com (Dell equipment)
www.RackSolutions.com/hp (HP-Compaq equipment)
www.RackSolutions.com/ibm (IBM equipment)
Hole for "Coupling" Brackets
Hole for "Coupling" Brackets
RackSolutions
.com
info
@RackSolutions.com
Technical Support & Sales 903.453.0801
Warranty Statement
Innovation First, Inc. warrants our products against defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. Innovation First, Inc. liability shall be limited to
repairing or replacing, at our option, any defective product.
2Post Rack Accessories
2Post 44U Racks
P/N: RACK-2POST
Sliding Shelf for
Desktops and Towers up
to 45 lbs. Center or Flush
Mount.Includes cable
management.
P/N: 1USHL-012
Heavy Duty Sliding Shelf
for equipment up to 110 lbs.
Center or Flush Mount.
Includes cable management.
P/N: 1USHL-015
Keyboard Tray
with
large Mouse Pad.
P/N: 1USHL-003
Fixed Shelf Center or
Flush Mount. 24” Deep.
P/N: 1USHL-108
Fixed Rails allow low
cost racking for 19”
equipment. Includes
horizontal wire bar.
Available in 1U, 2U,
3U. Includes (2) 2Post
Conversion Brackets.
P/N: 1UKIT-009
P/N: 2UKIT-009
P/N: 3UKIT-009
Heavy Duty Fixed Shelf for
any equipment up to 500 lbs.
and 17.7” wide. Requires
2Post Conversion Brackets.
P/N: 2USHL-100
Monitor Stand for
15” or 17” Monitors.
P/N: 1USHL-004
2Post Conversion
Brackets convert
2Post racks into 4Post
racks. Available in 2U,
3U, 4U, 5U, 7U. P/N:
2POST-2UKIT
P/N: 2POST-3UKIT
P/N: 2POST-4UKIT
P/N: 2POST-5UKIT
P/N: 2POST-7UKIT
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RackSolutions 2POST-3UKIT Installation guide

Brand
RackSolutions
Model
2POST-3UKIT
Category
Rack accessories
Type
Installation guide
This manual is also suitable for

RackSolutions 2POST-3UKIT is a conversion kit that allows you to transform a 2-post rack into a 4-post rack, providing increased stability and support for your equipment.

With this kit, you can easily mount servers, network switches, and other rack-mountable devices in a 2-post rack, creating a secure and organized IT environment.

The kit includes four conversion brackets, bracket to rack hardware, and equipment install hardware. The brackets are identical and can be attached to the rack using 12-24 slotted hex bolts. The number of bolts required varies based on the bracket height, with 3U brackets requiring 2 bolts in the top holes and 1 bolt in the bottom hole.

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