Installing a power supply unit
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in
.
2. For systems that support redundant PSU, ensure that both the PSUs are of the same type and have the same maximum
output power.
NOTE:
The maximum output power (shown in watts) is listed on the PSU label.
3.
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Steps
Slide the PSU into the PSU bay until the release latch snaps into place.
Figure 71. Installing a power supply unit
Next steps
1. If you have unlatched the cable management arm, relatch it. For information about the cable management arm, see the
system’s rack documentation at
2. Connect the power cable to the PSU, and plug the cable into a power outlet.
NOTE:
When connecting the power cable to the PSU, secure the cable to the PSU with the strap.
NOTE:
When installing, hot swapping, or hot adding a new PSU, wait for 15 seconds for the system to recognize the
PSU and determine its status. The PSU redundancy may not occur until discovery is complete. The PSU status indicator
turns green to indicate that the PSU is functioning properly.
Power distribution board
Removing the power distribution board
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in
.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the
Before working inside your system
3.
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Installing and removing system components
