User`s guide

User Guide

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Assembly

The following subsection describes how to assemble your rack-mount server into a

standard 19-inch rack cabinet.

Before you begin select an appropriate location in your rack cabinet for the rack-mount

server. To improve rack stability, mount heavier items towards the bottom of the rack

cabinet. If the rack is a stand-alone unit and the rack is more than 75% filled with

components, consider installing an optional stabilizer kit.

Note: When planning your system configuration for the rack

cabinet you should consider the length of the cables that inter-

connect system components.

Warning

■ ANCHOR THE EQUIPMENT RACK: The equipment rack must be

anchored to an unmovable support to prevent it from falling

over when one or more servers are extended in front of it on

slide assemblies. The anchors must be able to withstand a

force of up to 113 kg (250 lbs). You must also consider the

weight of any other device installed in the rack.

■ MAIN AC POWER DISCONNECT: You are responsible for install-

ing an AC power disconnect for the entire rack unit. This

main disconnect must be readily accessible, and it must be

labelled as controlling power to the entire unit, not just to the

server(s).

■ GROUNDING THE RACK INSTALLATION: To avoid the potential

for an electrical shock hazard, you must include a third wire

safety grounding conductor with the rack installation. If a

server power cord is plugged into an AC outlet that is part of

the rack, then you must provide proper grounding for the

rack itself. If server power cords are plugged into wall AC

outlets, the safety grounding conductor in each power cord