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  • Page 1 Cabling your Server REFERENCE 86 A1 00FB 00...
  • Page 3 ESCALA Cabling your Server Hardware November 2008 BULL CEDOC 357 AVENUE PATTON B.P.20845 49008 ANGERS CEDEX 01 FRANCE REFERENCE 86 A1 00FB 00...
  • Page 4 Quoting of brand and product names is for information purposes only and does not represent trademark misuse. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Bull will not be liable for errors contained herein, or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of this material.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety notices ....... . vii Cabling your server ....... 1 Cabling a model 03E/4A and the Hardware Management Console .
  • Page 6 Cabling your server...
  • Page 7: Safety Notices

    Safety notices Safety notices may be printed throughout this guide. v DANGER notices call attention to a situation that is potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to people. v CAUTION notices call attention to a situation that is potentially hazardous to people because of some existing condition.
  • Page 8 Power and cabling information for NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE The following comments apply to the servers that have been designated as conforming to NEBS (Network Equipment-Building System) GR-1089-CORE: The equipment is suitable for installation in the following: v Network telecommunications facilities v Locations where the NEC (National Electrical Code) applies The intrabuilding ports of this equipment are suitable for connection to intrabuilding or unexposed wiring or cabling only.
  • Page 9: Cabling Your Server

    Cabling your server Learn how to cable your server with a console or interface that is available for your server. This might include the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI), Hardware Management Console (HMC), or Integrated Virtualization Manager. To learn more about the cabling options that are available for your server, see the following console and interface descriptions.
  • Page 10 About this task DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product.
  • Page 11 Cabling the expansion units Do you have an expansion unit? Yes. For information about expansion units, see Installing expansion units . For information about connecting expansion units, see Connecting your expansion units . Note: Do not plug the expansion-unit power cord into the power outlet, as directed by the instructions in Expansion units topic collection, until later in this checklist.
  • Page 12 Connecting the power cords If your server is mounted deskside, route the cable through a retention ring as shown in the following figure. Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Connecting the HMC cables Cable the HMC. For instructions, see Cabling the HMC. Then return to this step. Routing the cables through the cable-management arm Is your server installed in a rack? v No.
  • Page 13 Routing the cables through the cable-management arm Route the cables through the hooks that are located along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps that are provided, as shown in the following figure. After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out.
  • Page 14: Cabling A Model 03E/4A To Access The Integrated Virtualization Manager

    After you finish Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? v No. Continue to the next task. v Yes. The cable hook manages the server cables in the rear of the rack. To install the cable hook, slide it into the slots that are located on the rear of the rack as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 15 About this task DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product.
  • Page 16 Cabling the expansion units Do you have an expansion unit? Yes. For information about expansion units, see Installing expansion units. For information about connecting expansion units, see Connecting your expansion units. Note: Do not plug the expansion-unit power cord into the power outlet, as directed by the instructions in Expansion units topic collection, until later in this checklist.
  • Page 17 Connecting the power cords If your server is mounted deskside, route the cable through a retention ring as shown in the following figure. Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Attaching devices by using a system port If you want to access the Advanced System Management Interface (ASMI) when the system is in standby, attach an ASCII terminal to a system port on the rear of the server.
  • Page 18 Routing the cables through the cable-management arm Is your server installed in a rack? v No. Proceed to the section Starting your server. v Yes. Do the following steps: Place the rack-mounted system in the service position. For instructions, see Place the rack-mounted model 8204-E8A, 8203-E4A, 9407-M15, 9408-M25, or 9409-M50 in the service position.
  • Page 19: Cabling A Model 03E/4A To Access The Advanced System Management Interface

    After you finish Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? v No. Continue to the next task. v Yes. The cable hook manages the server cables in the rear of the rack. To install the cable hook, slide it into the slots that are located on the rear of the rack as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 20 About this task DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product.
  • Page 21 Cabling the expansion units Do you have an expansion unit? Yes. For information about expansion units, see Installing expansion units . For information about connecting expansion units, see Connecting your expansion units . Note: Do not plug the expansion-unit power cord into the power outlet, as directed by the instructions in Expansion units topic collection, until later in this checklist.
  • Page 22 Connecting the power cords If your server is mounted deskside, route the cable through a retention ring as shown in the following figure. Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Routing the cables through the cable-management arm Is your server installed in a rack? v No.
  • Page 23 Routing the cables through the cable-management arm Route the cables through the hooks that are located along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps that are provided, as shown in the following figure. After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out.
  • Page 24: Cabling A Model 04E/8A And The Hardware Management Console

    After you finish Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? v No. Continue to the next task. v Yes. The cable hook manages the server cables in the rear of the rack. To install the cable hook, slide it into the slots that are located on the rear of the rack as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 25 About this task DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product.
  • Page 26 Cabling the expansion units Do you have an expansion unit? Yes. For information about expansion units, see Installing expansion units . For information about connecting expansion units, see Connecting your expansion units . Note: Do not plug the expansion-unit power cord into the power outlet, as directed by the instructions in Expansion units topic collection, until later in this checklist.
  • Page 27 Routing the cables through the cable-management arm Is your server installed in a rack? v No. Proceed to the section After you finish. v Yes. Do the following steps: Place the rack-mounted system in the service position. For instructions, see . Place the rack-mounted model 8204-E8A, 8203-E4A, 9407-M15, 9408-M25, or 9409-M50 in the service position .
  • Page 28: Cabling A Model 04E/8A To Access The Integrated Virtualization Manager

    After you finish Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? v No. Continue to the next task. v Yes. The cable hook manages the server cables in the rear of the rack. To install the cable hook, slide it into the slots that are located on the rear of the rack as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 29 About this task DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product.
  • Page 30 Cabling the expansion units Do you have an expansion unit? Yes. For information about expansion units, see Installing expansion units . For information about connecting expansion units, see Connecting your expansion units . Note: Do not plug the expansion-unit power cord into the power outlet, as directed by the instructions in Expansion units topic collection, until later in this checklist.
  • Page 31 Accessing the IVM For IVM access, the system must have VIOS installed and must be on a corporate network. Integrated Virtualization Manager has a Web-based graphical interface that enables the administrator to remotely manage the server with a browser. Connecting to the ASMI Use one of the following methods to connect to the ASMI: v Connect an Ethernet cable to HMC1 on the back of the server and to an Ethernet port on a PC.
  • Page 32: Cabling A Model 04E/8A To Access The Advanced System Management Interface

    After you finish Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? v No. Continue to the next task. v Yes. The cable hook manages the server cables in the rear of the rack. To install the cable hook, slide it into the slots that are located on the rear of the rack as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 33 About this task DANGER When working on or around the system, observe the following precautions: Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the provided power cord. Do not use the provided power cord for any other product.
  • Page 34 To Connect: 1. Turn off everything (unless instructed otherwise). 2. Attach all cables to the devices. 3. Attach the signal cables to the connectors. 4. Attach the power cords to the outlets. 5. Turn on the devices. (D005a) To cable your server: Before you begin If you have hardware features that are not installed, install them now.
  • Page 35 Connecting the power cords Route the power cord under the bracket before you plug it into the rear of the server. See the following figure. Plug the power cords into the system, display, and attached devices. Routing the cables through the cable-management arm Is your server installed in a rack? v No.
  • Page 36 Routing the cables through the cable-management arm Route the cables through the hooks that are located along the cable-management arm and secure them with the straps that are provided, as shown in the following figure. After attaching the cables to the cable-management arm, go to the front of the rack and move the system drawer in and out.
  • Page 37 After you finish Did you receive a cable hook with your rack shipment? v No. Continue to the next task. v Yes. The cable hook manages the server cables in the rear of the rack. To install the cable hook, slide it into the slots that are located on the rear of the rack as shown in the following figure.
  • Page 38 Cabling your server...
  • Page 39: Appendix. Notices

    Appendix. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. The manufacturer may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult the manufacturer’s representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area.
  • Page 40: Trademarks

    The manufacturer’s prices shown are the manufacturer’s suggested retail prices, are current and are subject to change without notice. Dealer prices may vary. This information is for planning purposes only. The information herein is subject to change before the products described become available. This information contains examples of data and reports used in daily business operations.
  • Page 41 equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission ®...
  • Page 42 This product is a Class A Information Technology Equipment and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
  • Page 43: Terms And Conditions

    Dieses Produkt entspricht den Schutzanforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 2004/108/EG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit in den EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse A ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben.
  • Page 44 Except as expressly granted in this permission, no other permissions, licenses or rights are granted, either express or implied, to the publications or any data, software or other intellectual property contained therein. The manufacturer reserves the right to withdraw the permissions granted herein whenever, in its discretion, the use of the publications is detrimental to its interest or, as determined by the manufacturer, the above instructions are not being properly followed.
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