IBM Netfinity 6000R, User Reference Manual

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Chapter 6. Installing options
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Before you begin
Before you begin to install options in your server, read the following information:
• Become familiar with the safety and handling guidelines specified under
“Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 72, and read the safety statements in
“Safety” on page vii. These guidelines will help you work safely while working
with your server or options.
• You do not need to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap power
supplies, hot-swap drives, hot-swap fans, Active PCI (hot-plug) adapters, or
hot-plug USB devices.
• The orange color on components and labels in your server identifies hot-swap or
hot-plug components. This means that you can install or remove the component
while the system is running, provided that your system is configured to support
this function.
• The blue color on components and labels identifies touch points where you can
grip a component, move a latch, and so on.
• Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
outlets for your server, monitor, and any other options that you intend to install.
• Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.
• For a list of supported options for the Netfinity 6000R, refer to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat on the World Wide Web.
System reliability considerations
To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure:
• Each of the drive bays has either a drive or a filler panel installed.
• Each of the power supply bays has either a power supply or a filler panel
installed.
• There are at least 50 mm (2 inches) of ventilated space at the sides of the server
and 100 mm (4 inches) at the rear of the server.
• The top cover is in place during normal operation.
• The top cover is removed for no longer than 30 minutes while the server is
operating.
• A removed hot-swap drive is replaced within two minutes of removal.
• Cables for optional adapters are routed according to the instructions provided
with the adapters.
• A failed fan is replaced within 48 hours.
Working inside the server with the power on
Your server supports hot plug, hot add, and hot swap devices and is designed to
operate safely while turned on with the cover removed. Follow these guidelines when
you work inside a server that is turned on:
• Avoid loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved shirts before
working inside the server; do not wear cuff links while you are working inside
the server.
• Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server.
• Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist
watches.