Patton FiberPlex FPX6000 Series, Quick Start Manual

FPX6000 Quick Start Guide

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5. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to secure the second FPX6000 to the bracket.

6. Place the rack mounting bracket at the desired location in the rack (verify that the 

bracket is level), then secure it by using 4 rack fasteners.

7. The device or devices are installed in the rack. Refer to section 8.0 

“Installing 

Cables”

.

6.0  Wall Mounting

Do the following to mount the device on a wall using the VESA mounting bracket (see 

figure 1

 on page 5):

1. Place the VESA bracket at the desired location where it will be installed. Using the 

100-mm holes in the bracket as a template (see 

figure 1

 on page 5), make a mark 

inside each of the 4 holes where the mounting hardware for hanging the device will 
be installed.

2. Install the bracket using mounting hardware appropriate for the wall material.

3. Place the FPX6000 in the bracket as shown in 

figure 3

 on page 6.

4. Use 4 mounting screws included with the bracket to secure the FPX6000 in the 

bracket (see 

figure 4

 on page 6). 

The device is installed. Refer to section 8.0 

“Installing Cables”

.

7.0  Desktop Mounting

Place the FPX6000 on a desktop or similar sturdy, flat surface. Allow sufficient space at 
the rear of the device for cable connections. Additionally, you should consider the need 
to access the unit for future upgrades and maintenance.

The device is installed. Refer to section 8.0 

“Installing Cables”

.

8.0  Installing Cables

Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables 
during periods of lightning activity.

The interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for external 
use and shall be rated for the proper application with 
respect to voltage, current, anticipated temperature, flam-
mability, and mechanical serviceability.