Chapter 2: Install the server hardware
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If you are not ready to install the system in a rack, keep it in the shipping box or place it on a sturdy
surface that is protected from electrostatic discharge.
Shipping carton contents
The shipping carton contains some standard items while other items are included based on your
configuration.
Part
Description
Server enclosure
Provides processing power and storage capacity.
Bezel
Protects the SSD and HDD drives in the front panel.
Power cords (locale specific)
■ Two standard power cords.
■ Two rack power distribution unit (PDU) cords.
1 SFP+ Direct Attach (Twinax) cable
Connects a 10GbE interface on one server directly to a
10GbE interface on another server. Depending on your
network configuration and the distance between the
server, you might need different or additional cables.
Sliding rail kit
Contains the left and the right rails, two hook and loop
straps, and detailed installation documentation.
Cable Management Arm kit (optional)
Contains the CMA assembly and installation
documentation.
Printed documentation
■
Hardware Installation Quick Start
■
Configuration and Deployment Quick Start
■
Product Information Guide (safety and regulatory
notices)
■
End User License Agreement
Hardware not supplied in the shipping carton
Your network environment might require additional hardware components not supplied in the shipping
carton.
Hardware
Description
Application
Rack
19 inch (48.3 cm), four-post,
toolless rack.
Provides easy access to
the server hardware in your
computing environment.
1GbE data cables
Two Category 5E or Category 6
cables with RJ45 connectors.
Connects the 1GbE network
interfaces on each server to a
1GbE switch. This is required