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Chapter 2
Installation and BIOS Setup
Rack Mounting
Caution
When mounting the equipment in the rack, do not create a hazardous
condition due to uneven mechanical loading.
Installing the Rails
There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may require a slightly different assembly
procedure.
The following is a basic guideline for installing the system into a rack with the rack mounting
hardware provided. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the
specific rack you are using.
Identifying the Rails
The rack rails and the related hardware should have been included with the system. Refer to
Figure 2-1 to identify the rail sections.
Note
The two rails are left/right specific.
Installing the Chassis Rails
Begin the rack mounting procedure by installing the inner rails to the server chassis.
1.
Position the front and rear chassis rail sections along the side of the server making sure the
screw holes line up. Note that these two rails are left/right specific.
2.
Screw the front chassis rail (the long piece) securely to the side of the chassis. There should
be two screws for each side. Repeat this procedure for the other rail on the opposite side of
the chassis.
3.
Attach the two rear chassis rails to the chassis in the same manner, again keeping in mind
that the rails are left/right specific. (You will also need to attach the rail brackets when
installing into a Telco rack.)
Caution
Slide rail mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a work space.
Caution
Do not pick up the server with the front handles. They are designed to pull
the system from a rack only.
