Contents
Configuration factors ..................................................................................................................... 5
Rack configuration software ........................................................................................................................ 5
Optimum environment ................................................................................................................................ 5
Space requirements ......................................................................................................................... 5
Power requirements ......................................................................................................................... 6
Temperature requirements ................................................................................................................. 6
Airflow requirements ........................................................................................................................ 6
Populating your new rack ........................................................................................................................... 6
Checking the hardware ............................................................................................................................ 10
Hardware kit contents .................................................................................................................... 10
Required tools ............................................................................................................................... 11
Removing the rack doors .......................................................................................................................... 11
Removing the front door ................................................................................................................. 11
Removing the rear doors ................................................................................................................ 13
Removing the side panels ......................................................................................................................... 13
Stabilizing requirements ........................................................................................................................... 15
Rack stabilizer option kit................................................................................................................. 16
Rack baying option kit ................................................................................................................... 17
Rack tie-down option kit ................................................................................................................. 17
Installing components .................................................................................................................. 19
Installing components ............................................................................................................................... 19
Installing the cage nuts ............................................................................................................................. 19
Rack options .............................................................................................................................. 23
Ordering rack options .............................................................................................................................. 23
Specifications ............................................................................................................................. 25
HP G2 rack specifications ........................................................................................................................ 25
Electrostatic discharge ................................................................................................................. 27