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Caution:
Do not pick up the server with the front handles. They
are designed to pull the system from a rack only.
4.
Install the outer rails onto the rack. Each end of the assembled outer rail
inlcudes a bracket with square pegs to fit into your rack holes. If you
have an older rack with round holes, modification kits are available.
a.
Align the square pegs on the front end of the rail with the square
holes on the front of the rack. Push the rail into the rack until the
quick release bracket snaps into place securing the rail to the tack.
Keep the rail horizontal.
b.
Adjust the rail to reach just past the full depth of your rack making
sure that the rear bracket is level with the front bracket.
c.
Align the square pegs on the rear end of the rail to the holes on the
rack and push the rail into the rack until the quick release bracket
snaps into place, securing the rail to the rack.
d.
Repeat the procedure for the other outer rail assembly.
Caution:
The rack stabilizing mechanism must be in a place, or
the rack must be bolted to the floor before you slide the unit out
for servicing. Failure to stabilize the rack can causde the rack to
tip over. Always install the first server to the bottom rack first.
How to install the system into your rack
Caution:
It is dangerous for a single person to off-load the
heavy chassis from the rack without assistance. Be sure to have
sufficient assistance supporting the chassis when removing it
from the rack. Use a server lift.
Caution:
Do not pick up the server by the front handles. They
are designed to pull the system from a rack only.
This section provides information on installing a chassis into a rack unit
with the rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, so
the assembly procedure may differ slightly. Also refer to the installation
instructions for your rack unit.
1.
Confirm that chassis includes the inner rails (a), also confirm that the
outer rails (b) are installed on the rack.
2.
Align the chassis rails (a) with the front of the rack rails (b).
3.
Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even
on both both sides. You may have to depress the locking tabs while
inserting. When the server has been pushed completely into the rack,
the locking tabs should click into the locked position.
4.
If screws are used, tighten the screws on the front and rear of the outer
rails.
5.
(Optional) Insert and tighten the thumbscrews that hold the front of the
server to the rack.
How to remove the server from the rack
Caution:
It is dangerous for a single person to off-load the
heavy chassis from the rack without assistance. Be sure to have