Related Service Information; Safety Information - IBM 9306 Hardware Maintenance Manual

Related service information

These procedures are written with the assumption that you have model-specific
training on all computers, or that are familiar with the computers, functions,
terminology, and service information provided in this manual.

Safety information

The following section contains the safety information that you need to know before
servicing an IBM server or IBM supporting equipment such as the Type 9306 IBM
PC Server Rack Enclosure and Type 9306 IBM Rack.
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DANGER
v The maximum allowable weight for devices mounted on slides is 80 Kg
(176 lbs). Do not install sliding devices exceeding this weight.
v The center of gravity for an extended unit cannot exceed 362 mm (14.25
in.) from the face of the rack. If an extended device exceeds this
distance, the configured rack might be unstable.
DANGER
v Always install servers and power devices in the rack from the bottom to
the top.
v Always install the heaviest equipment in the bottom of the rack.
v Always install the UPS (uninterruptible power supply) in the bottom of
the rack.
v Always install the stabilizer bracket.
v Do not extend more than one sliding device at a time.
DANGER
Plug rack power cords into electrical outlets that are located near the rack
and are easily accessible.
DANGER
Connect all devices installed in a rack to power devices installed in the
same rack. Do not plug the power cord from a device installed in one rack
into a power device installed in a different rack.
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