Connecting Multiple Racks With Rack-To-Rack Attachment Kit For A 24-Inch Pitch - IBM 7014-T00 Manual

Figure 78. Installing the airflow plate
38. Connect the power distribution system. For instructions, see "Connecting the power distribution
system" on page 25.
39. If you are installing rack doors, go to "Attaching the rack doors" on page 118.

Connecting multiple racks with rack-to-rack attachment kit for a 24-inch pitch

You might need to connect multiple racks together. Use the procedure in this section to perform this task.
About this task
Connect multiple racks to each other by using a rack-to-rack attachment kit for 24-inch racks. To perform
this task, you must have the rack-to-rack attachment kit.
Ensure that you have the following bolts:
• M8x35 (front rack)
• M8x45 (rear rack)
• 13 mm socket
To use the rack-to-rack attachment kit to attach 24-inch racks, complete the following steps:
Procedure
1. Read the "Rack safety notices" on page 1.
2. If they are installed, remove the side panels from each rack. Remove side panels only from the sides
that will be attached to each other by completing the following steps:
a. Remove the screws on the top and insides of the rack.
b. Pull the panel up and away from the rack chassis. This motion releases the panel from the lower J
bracket.
112 Power Systems: Racks and rack features