Dell 2400 manual Installing the Computer in the Rack

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3.Tilt the computer while aligning the back shoulder screws on the top and the bottom of the computer with the back rail slots on the slide assemblies.

WARNING: Make sure that the server shoulder screws are securely engaged in the slots.

4.Engage the back shoulder screws in the slot behind the back (green) latch first followed by the middle shoulder screw in the slot near the middle (yellow) latch. Finally, engage the front shoulder screw in the front slot.

5.Push the chassis inward until the middle (yellow) latch is engaged (see Figure 1-13).

back latch (green)

middle

latch (yellow)

Figure 1-13. Installing the Computer in the Rack

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Contents Rack Installation Guide Page Safety Caution and Warnings Safety InstructionsGeneral Precautions Additional Safety PrecautionsPage Precautions for Rack-Mountable Products Precautions for Servers, Storage Systems, and AppliancesPrecautions for Products With Laser Devices When Working Inside Your Computer Ergonomic Computing Habits Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargePage Contents Xii Dell PowerEdge 2400 Systems Rack Installation Guide Rack Kit Contents Removing the Doors From a 24-U or 42-U Rack Installing the Rack KitBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsOpening the Latch on the 24-U Rack Door Opening the Latch on the 42-U Rack Door Removing the 42-U Rack Doors Removing the 24-U Rack Doors Installing the Slide Assemblies in the RackOne Rack Unit Determining Where to Install the Slide Assemblies Installing the Slide Assemblies Installing the Rack Adapters Installing the PowerEdge System in the Rack10. Removing the Feet 11. Removing the Computer’s Top Cover 12. Installing the Rack Adapter and Shoulder Screws Installing the Computer13. Installing the Computer in the Rack Back of computer Installing the Cable-Management ArmReplacing the Rack Doors Dell PowerEdge 2400 Systems Rack Installation Guide Index Dell PowerEdge 2400 Systems Rack Installation Guide

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2400 specifications

The Dell PowerEdge 2400 is a server designed for small to medium-sized businesses seeking a reliable and efficient computing solution. Released as part of Dell’s robust lineup of PowerEdge servers, the 2400 stands out for its performance, scalability, and ease of management.

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Compatibility with various operating systems, including Windows Server and Linux distributions, expands its usability across different environments. This broad compatibility ensures that businesses can leverage the server for diverse applications tailored to their specific needs.

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