Chapter 2: Server Installation
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Installing the Outer Rails
Each end of the assembled outer rail includes a bracket with square pegs to fit into your rack
holes. If you have an older rack with round holes, these brackets must be removed, and you
must use screws to secure the rail to the rack.
Outer Rail Installation
1. Align the square pegs on the front end of the rail with the square holes on the front
of the rack (C). Push the rail into the rack until the quick release bracket snaps into
place,securing the rail to the rack. Keep the rail horizontal.
2.
Adjust the rail to reach just past the full depth of your rack.
3. Align the square pegs on the rear end of the rail to the holes on the rack (D) and push
the rail into the rack until the quick release bracket snaps into place, securing the rail to
the rack.
4. Repeat the procedure for the other outer rail assembly.
Note:
The figure above is for illustrative purposes only. Always install servers at the bottom
of the rack first.
Figure 2-2. Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack
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C
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D
Warning:
Do not pick up the server with front handles. They are designed to pull the
system from a rack only.
