Chapter 2. Installing Options; Installation Guidelines; System Reliability Guidelines; Handling Static-Sensitive Devices - IBM xSeries 305 Type 8673 Installation Manual

Chapter 2. Installing options

This chapter provides basic instructions for installing hardware options in your
server. These instructions are intended for users who are experienced with setting
up IBM server hardware. If you need more detailed instructions, see the Option
Installation Guide on the IBM xSeries Documentation CD.

Installation guidelines

Before you begin installing options in your server, read the following information:
v Read the safety information beginning on page v and the guidelines in "Handling
v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
v Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.
v Have a small Phillips screwdriver available.
v For a list of supported options for your server, go to

System reliability guidelines

To help ensure proper system cooling and system reliability, make sure that:
v Each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel.
v Space is available around the server to allow the server cooling system to work
v You have followed the cabling instructions that come with optional adapters.
v You have replaced a failed fan as soon as possible.

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention:
To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages
until you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of damage from electrostatic discharge, observe the
following precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and damage it.
v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted
v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into the server without
v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating reduces
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static-sensitive devices" on page 5. This information will help you work safely
with your server and options.
outlets for your server, monitor, and other devices that you will connect to the
server.
http://www.ibm.com/pc/compat/ on the World Wide Web.
properly. Refer to the documentation that comes with the rack.
Static electricity can damage electronic devices, including your server.
you.
metal part of the server for at least 2 seconds. This drains static electricity from
the package and from your body.
setting down the device. If it is necessary to set down the device, place it back
into its static-protective package. Do not place the device on your server cover or
on a metal surface.
indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
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