Install a CSG300 Series Appliance
This article provides instructions about how to unpack a CSG300 series appliance and how to mount a CSG355 or CSG365 appliance in a 19-inch rack.
Unpack a CSG300 Series Appliance
The CSG300 series appliance is packed in a plastic box, and it is shipped in a cardboard carton, secured with foam packing material. The carton also contains an accessory box. It is recommended that you unpack the appliance only when you are ready to install it.
To unpack a CSG300 series appliance:
- Open the top flaps of the cardboard carton.
- Remove from the box the foam packing material holding the appliance and the accessories in place. See Figure 1.
- Remove the accessory box and the appliance from the foam packing material.
- Remove the accessories from the accessories box.
- Verify the components against the packing list that is included in the box.
Figure 1: Unpack a CSG300 Series Appliance
Note: It is recommended that you save the shipping carton and packing material when unpacking the appliance, in case you need to later move the appliance or return it. See How To Return Hardware.
Packing List for a CSG300 Series Appliance
The cardboard carton in which a CSG300 series appliance is shipped contains a packing list. Check the packing list against the parts that you receive in the shipping carton.
Packing List for the CSG350 Appliance
Table 1 lists the parts shipped with a CSG350 appliance.
Table 1: Parts Shipped with a CSG350 Appliance
| Components | Quantity |
|---|---|
| CSG350 appliance chassis | 1 |
| AC power adapter | 1 |
| Standard 3-prong C13 power cable, minimum 2 Amps (US only) | 1 |
| RJ45-to-USB serial console cable | 1 |
| LTE antenna (included with LTE module only) | 2 for single LTE module 4 for dual LTE module |
Packing List for the CSG355 or CSG365 Appliance
Table 2 lists the parts shipped with a CSG355 or CSG365 appliance.
Table 2: Parts Shipped with a CSG355 or CSG365 Appliance
| Components | Quantity |
|---|---|
| CSG355 or CSG365 appliance chassis | 1 |
| AC power adapter | 1 |
| Standard 3-prong C13 power cable, minimum 2 Amps (US only) | 1 |
| RJ45-to-USB serial console cable | 1 |
| LTE antenna (included with LTE module only) | 2 for single LTE module 4 for dual LTE module |
| WiFi antenna (included with WiFi module only) | 2 |
| Rack-mounting ears | 2 |
| Screws for rack-mounting ears |
6 (size M4) |
| Screws for rack mounting | 4 (size M6) |
Mount a CSG355 or CSG365 Appliance in a Rack
You can mount a CSG355 or CSG365 appliance in a 19-inch rack. Two people are required to mount the appliance.
To mount the appliance, ensure that you have the following tools:
- Number 2 Phillips (+) screwdriver
- Tape measure
To mount a CSG355 or CSG365 appliance in a 19-inch rack:
- Place the appliance chassis on a flat, stable surface.
- Check the internal dimensions of the rack with a tape measure. The appliance is 22 cm wide (about 8.6 inches) and must fit within the mounting posts.
- Attach the two mounting ears to each side of the appliance chassis using a minimum of six M4 screws that are shipped with the appliance. Do not overtighten the screws.
Figure 2: Attach the Mounting Ears to a CSG300 Series Appliance
- Grasp both sides of the appliance chassis, making sure that the front of the chassis is facing you.
- Stand in front of the rack and lift the chassis. Then, gently insert the chassis into the rack and slide it as far back as possible.
Figure 3: Insert a CSG365 Series Appliance into the Rack
- Have a second person secure the mounting ears to the front of the rack using the four M6 screws that shipped with the appliance. Insert and then tighten the screws. Do not overtighten the screws.
Figure 4: Secure the Mounting Ears to the Rack
Connect Earth Ground to a CSG300 Series Appliance (Optional)
CSG300 series appliance provides an optional screw-on point on the unit for deployments that require earth grounding. In such cases, you can use the standard grounding screw with a custom cable as outlined below. The cable can be made onsite as required. You must use barbed washer at both ends to break through painted surfaces to guarantee good electrical contact.
Figure 5: Standard Grounding Screw with Custom Cable
