Compaq ProLiant DL580 Setup And Installation Manual page 5

Chapter 3
Integrated Smart Array Controller
Features.................................................................................................................... 3-1
External SCSI Connector......................................................................................... 3-2
Array Configuration................................................................................................. 3-2
Chapter 4
Installing the Server
Installation Choices ................................................................................................. 4-1
Compaq Optional Installation Service.............................................................. 4-1
Using the Procedures in this Chapter................................................................ 4-1
Rack Warnings and Precautions .............................................................................. 4-3
Server Warnings and Precautions ............................................................................ 4-3
Installation Overview............................................................................................... 4-5
Preparing the Server for Installation ........................................................................ 4-7
Selecting an Optimum Environment................................................................. 4-7
Unpacking the Server ..................................................................................... 4-10
Attaching Rack Mounting Hardware ..................................................................... 4-13
Attaching the Bracket Rail to the Rack Mounting Bracket ............................ 4-14
Using the Rack Template................................................................................ 4-18
Attaching the Rack Mounting Bracket Assemblies to the Rack ..................... 4-20
Attaching Rack Handles ................................................................................. 4-22
Installing the Server in the Rack..................................................................... 4-23
Attaching the Cable Management Arm ................................................................. 4-25
Installing the Extended Cable Management Arm Bracket.............................. 4-25
Attaching the Cable Management Arm .......................................................... 4-26
Cabling the Server ................................................................................................. 4-27
Powering Up the Server......................................................................................... 4-30
Powering Down the Server .................................................................................... 4-31
Chapter 5
Cabling Guidelines
Network Interface Controller (NIC) ........................................................................ 5-1
External Connectors................................................................................................. 5-3
SCSI Cabling ........................................................................................................... 5-4
SCSI Ports ........................................................................................................ 5-4
Determining Cabling Needs ............................................................................. 5-5
Internal Cabling with an Integrated Controller or an Additional SCSI Adapter...... 5-6
PCI Hot Plug Cabling .............................................................................................. 5-7
IDE Media Cabling.................................................................................................. 5-7
Power Cabling ......................................................................................................... 5-7
Securing the Power Cord .................................................................................. 5-8
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