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Rack Installation Instructions
Review the documentation that comes with your rack cabinet for safety and cabling information. Before
installing your server in a rack cabinet, review the following guidelines:
vMake sure that the roomair temperature is below 35°C (95°F).
vDo not block any air vents; usually,15 cm (6 in.) of air space in the rear and 5 cm (2 in.) in the front
provides properairflow.
vPlan the device installation starting at the bottom of the rack cabinet.
vInstall the heaviest device in the bottom of the rack cabinet.
vDo not extend more than one device out of the rack cabinet at the same time.
vRemove the rack doors and side panels to provide easier access during installation.
vConnect the server to a properly groundedoutlet.
vDo not overload the power outlet when installing multiple devices in the rack cabinet.
vThe slide rails in this kit come preset to the correctlength for installation in an IBM rack cabinet, and
they are adjustable for other rack cabinets.
vThe slide rails are marked (RIGHT/FRONT and LEFT/FRONT) for properplacement on the
rack-cabinet flanges.
This symbol identifies a Caution statement.Always read the information that accompanies this symbol
before you proceedwith the installation.
Safety Information, Statement 4
Use safe practices when lifting.
≥18 kg (39.7 lb)
≥32 kg (70.5 lb)
≥55 kg (121.2 lb)
Rack Safety Information, Statement 6
Do not place any objects on top of a
rack-mounted device unless that rack-mounted
device is intended for use as a shelf.
This server does not requireany tools for the installation procedure unless you are shipping the server in
the rack cabinet. If you are shipping the server in the rack cabinet, you need a Phillips screwdriver.The
following illustration shows the items that you need for installing the server in a rack cabinet. If any
items are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase.