COMMSCOPE TC-01001516-IP Propel XFrame User Guide

Unbox the items as needed, referring to the assembly steps in
the Propel XFrame Installation Drawing (6601063115).
Check the Parts List to ensure all items are present and
recycle packaging.

Assembling and Installing Frame

Follow the Installation Drawing instructions provided. Ensure to
support the rack/frame until mounted to the floor and ceiling or
wall.

Mounting and Populating Panels on Frame

Mount panels on the frame and populate with Propel connection
components and cables following the Propel Front Access Panels
Quick Start Guide or the online XFrame User Manual.

Routing Entry Cables and Patch Cords in Frame

Refer to the cable routing paths shown in the manual. Install
cables based on the recommended cable attachment brackets for each
entry cable and patch cord routing guidance.

Frame Use Cases and Accessories

Depending on your setup, refer to the Cable Entry Diagrams
provided for top and bottom cable entry guidance. Secure each entry
cable using suitable fastening methods like zip-ties or
hook-and-loop straps.

FAQ

Q: How do I ensure a stable installation of the frame?

A: Support the rack/frame until it is mounted to the floor and
either ceiling or wall as per safety warnings provided.

Q: Where can I find detailed instructions for mounting panels
on the frame?

A: Refer to the Propel Front Access Panels Quick Start Guide
shipped with the panels or access the online XFrame User Manual for
detailed instructions.

Q: What should I consider when routing entry cables and patch
cords?

A: Follow the recommended cable attachment brackets for entry
cables and patch cord routing guidance provided in the manual.

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Unpacking Frame Kit Contents
1

Remove the top tray of the container. Take out the boxed items and floor mounting template.
Unbox the items as needed. Numbers in the view at the right correspond to the assembly steps of the Propel XFrame Installation Drawing (6601063115) and Step 2 below.
Check the Parts List to ensure all items are present. Recycle packaging.

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Propel XFrameTM

PARTS LIST

QUANTITY

DESCRIPTION

THIS DOCUMENT

INSTALLATION DRAWING

INSTALLATION TEMPLATE

19″ RACK

ANCHOR BOLTS (2 PACK)

HARDWARE BAG

RIGHT CABLE MANAGER ASM

LEFT CABLE MANAGER ASM

REAR COVER

CENTER TROUGH BRACKET

CENTER TROUGH

TOP DOOR SUPPORT (LOGO)

BOTTOM DOOR SUPPORT

DOOR ASSEMBLY (IF ORDERED)

RADIUS LIMITER SPOOL

SPOOL CABLE RETAINER

SPOOL LABELS SHEET

CABLE CLIP

Quick Start
PRODUCT INFO
PPL-FRAME-KT

Assembling and Installing Frame
2
Follow the Installation Drawing instructions. Numbers in the view below correspond to the assembly steps of the document.
27 6
7 2 9
1

6
860682655 REV A

5 4

3 8

Fully Assembled Frame without Side Panels or Doors
SAFETY WARNING: Rack/Frame is unstable until mounted to floor AND ceiling or wall. Support as needed until fully installed.
CommScope (logo) and CommScope are trademarks.

Mounting and Populating Panels on Frame
3
Mount panels on frame. Populate with Propel connection components and cables for your network application. For detailed instructions, refer to the Propel Front Access Panels Quick Start Guide shipped with panels, or the online XFrame User Manual.
NOTE: Best practice is to install the bottom panel first and progress towards the top of the frame.

Routing Entry Cables and Patch Cords in Frame
4

Generic cable routing paths are shown at the right.

Frame shown with bracket locations as shipped

Recommended Cable Attachment bracket for each entry cable depends on the entry opening used (top or bottom) and the panel location in the frame. See Cable Entry Diagrams on next page.

ROUTING SPOOLS
A-G

Recommended Routing spool for each patch cord depends on the panel type and patch location in the frame. See patch cord routing guidance for single or multiple Frames on next page.

CABLE ATTACHMENT
BRACKET

NOTE:
For mirrored configuration, remove highlighted brackets and re-install on opposite side. Install spools and clips in mirrored positions from shown. Refer to Side-by-Side Use diagram on next page for guidance.

Cable Entry Side

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5 Frame Use Cases and Accessories

TOP Cable Entry Diagram

Side-by-Side, Back-to-Back, or Lineup Use

BOTTOM Cable Entry
Diagram

TOP TROUGH ACCESSORY KIT
PPL-FRAME-
TROUGH-KIT

Stand-Alone Frame Use

Secure each entry cable to a cable

bracket using zip-ties, hook-and-loop

straps, or other fastening method.

Refer to the Top/Bottom Cable Entry

diagrams at the left for guidance.

SPLICE TRAYS ACCESSORY KIT FOST-ACC-D-TRAY-RR-288-KIT

EXAMPLE PATCH CORD ROUTING PATH

NOTE:
Shaded zones and dashed arrows in the Cable Entry Diagrams show which cable bracket to use based on panel entry RU.
860682655 REV A

For each patch cord, use the Routing spools A-G that result in the cable slack transitioning between frames in the Drip Loop Target Zone.
Detailed Cable Routing Diagrams for each Propel Front Access Panel configuration can be found in the XFrame User Manual. Scan the QR code to access.
DRIP LOOP TARGET ZONE

RETENTION SPOOL

To remove a radius limiter spool, (a) use a flathead screwdriver to deflect the rear tab forward, and (b) lift up and out to free the spool from its mounting slots.
To remove a cable retainer attachment, (c) lift from both sides of the plate until freed from spool tracks.

TOP CABLE BRACKET MOVED HERE

SPLICE ACCESSORY KIT PPL-FRAME-SPLC-KIT

OFFSET SPOOL
RETURN SPOOL

Cable Entry, Exit, and Pass-Through Locations

NOTE:
Recommended cable routings are based on 5 meter patch cord length.

Patch cords using Routing spool ‘A’ can be routed around the Return spool, if the Offset spool does not accommodate all slack.

CommScope (logo) and CommScope are trademarks.

EXAMPLE PATCH CORD

ROUTING PATH

SIDE PANELS ACCESSORY KIT PPL-FRAME-SDPNL-KIT

Propel XFrame Accessories (Optional & Sold Separately)

For stand-alone frame applications, redistribute the spools NOTE: A-G as shown above. Use the dedicated Return spool, or
spools B-G, to accommodate patch cord slack within frame.

Documents / Resources

COMMSCOPE TC-01001516-IP Propel XFrame [pdf] User Guide
TC-96305-IP, PPL-FRAME-KT, TC-01001516-IP Propel XFrame, TC-01001516-IP, Propel XFrame, XFrame

References

User Manual

TC-01001516-IP Propel XFrame

Specifications

Product Usage Instructions

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