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Setup
In this section
Rack planning resources ...............................................................................................................
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Optimum environment..................................................................................................................
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Rack warnings ..............................................................................................................................
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Shipping contents .........................................................................................................................
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Installing the storage enclosure into the rack ...............................................................................
20
Installing hardware options ..........................................................................................................
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Installing servers...........................................................................................................................
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Choosing a configuration..............................................................................................................
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Cabling the storage enclosure.......................................................................................................
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Updating firmware........................................................................................................................
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Rack planning resources
The rack resource kit ships with all HP branded or Compaq branded 9000,
10000, and H9 series racks. A summary of the content of each resource follows:
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Custom Builder is a web-based service for configuring one or many racks.
Rack configurations can be created using:
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A simple, guided interface
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Build-it-yourself mode
For more information, refer to the HP website
(
http://www.hp.com/products/configurator
).
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The Installing Rack Products video provides a visual overview of operations
required for configuring a rack with rack-mountable components. It also
provides the following important configuration steps:
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Planning the site
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Installing rack servers and rack options
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Cabling servers in a rack
