IBM 8960-F64, Hardware Installation Manual

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Installation requirements
Installation requirements
Note the following requirements to ensure correct installation and operation:
• Verify that the additional weight of the device does not exceed the rack’s weight limits.
• Ensure that an electrical branch circuit with the following characteristics is available:
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Required voltage and frequency as indicated in the Technical Specifications (200-240 VAC is
always preferred).
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Protection by a circuit breaker in accordance with local electrical codes.
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Supply circuit, line fusing, and wire size that conform to the electrical rating on the device
nameplate.
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Grounded outlet compatible with the power cord and installed by a licensed electrician.
• Ensure that all equipment installed in the rack is grounded through a reliable branch circuit
connection. Do not rely on a secondary connection to a branch circuit, such as a power strip.
• Ensure that the rack is mechanically secured to ensure stability.
• Ensure that the air temperature at the fan inlet is less than 40
o
C (104
o
F) during device operation.
• Ensure that the airflow available at the air vents meets the minimum requirements for the device.
NOTE
Install the device with the airflow aligned with any other devices in the rack. Some devices have airflow
running from port side to fan side and others have the opposite arrangement. Make sure that the
airflow for all devices moves in the same direction to maximize cooling.
Lifting requirements
For 1U and 2U devices, two people are required to install the device in a rack. One person holds the
device, while the other screws in the front and rear "L" brackets.
Time and items required
Allow 15 to 30 minutes to complete the installation.
The following items are required to install the device using the Universal Two-Post Rack Kit:
• #2 Phillips torque screwdriver
• 1/4-inch slotted-blade torque screwdriver
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