WG9047 - WatchGuard Rack Rails for WatchGuard Firebox M4850/M5850/M6850
Description
Description
The WatchGuard WG9047 Rack Rails are a sliding rail kit designed for the WatchGuard Firebox M4850, M5850 and M6850 High Rackmount appliances. Whether you are deploying a new rackmount firewall or replacing a rail kit in an existing install, the WG9047 gives you a secure, serviceable way to mount your Firebox in a four-post network rack.
The Firebox High Rackmount M-series delivers higher performance, greater scalability and enterprise-ready reliability, while maintaining the simplicity and consistency of the WatchGuard platform. Pairing the appliance with the correct WatchGuard rack rails ensures it is supported properly in the rack and can be slid out for maintenance, such as swapping fans, power supplies or network modules.
Key Features
- Part number WG9047 - Rack Rails for Firebox M4850, M5850 and M6850
- Sliding rail design with inner rails that attach to the sides of the Firebox and outer rails that mount to the rack frame
- Intended for installation in four-post network racks
- Supports racks with standard 9.5 mm square holes or 7.1 mm round holes (the bracket pin is changed for round-hole racks)
- Front and rear brackets lock into the rack posts, with the rear bracket extending to a fully extended, clicked-in position
- Inner rails attach to the appliance using M3x4.0L screws
- One kit covers all three models in the Firebox High Rackmount family
Ideal for
IT managers, network administrators, MSPs and system integrators deploying or maintaining a WatchGuard Firebox M4850, M5850 or M6850 in a server room, campus core or data centre edge environment.
Compatible Products
WatchGuard Firebox M4850
Entry point to the High Rackmount family, ideal for upgrading from midrange deployments.
WatchGuard Firebox M5850
Designed for sustained performance in campus and core environments.
WatchGuard Firebox M6850
Provides maximum headroom for high-growth and data centre edge deployments.
Installation Notes
WatchGuard advises that the rail kit and ear brackets are intended for four-post racks. For two-post racks, third-party shelves or heavy-duty rack ears are recommended to support the weight of the device. Installation might require two people, and you should not place other devices directly on a Firebox installed in a rack.
FAQs
Which Firebox models are compatible with the WG9047 rack rails?
The WG9047 is designed for the WatchGuard Firebox M4850, M5850 and M6850.
Can I use these rails in a two-post rack?
The rail kit is intended for four-post network racks. For two-post racks, WatchGuard recommends third-party shelves or heavy-duty rack ears.
Do the rails fit round-hole racks?
Yes. Standard 9.5 mm square holes use the preinstalled bracket pin, while 7.1 mm round-hole racks require the bracket pin to be replaced with the correct one.
Do I need a second person to install the Firebox?
Installation might require two people to complete the steps safely.
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