Install a compute node
Use this information to install a compute node.
Before you install a compute node, complete the following steps:
1. Read the following sections to ensure that you work safely.
• "Safety" on page iii
• Chapter 4 "Hardware removal, installation and management guidelines" on page 27
2. Make sure all the removed components are installed, and all the disconnected cables inside the server
are reconnected.
To install a compute node, complete the following steps:
Watch the procedure. A video of the process is available:
• Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYV5R7hVcs-A25P7vBoGa_wn7D7XTgDS_
• Youku:
http://list.youku.com/albumlist/show/id_50483444
Step 1.
If you are installing the node into the node sleeve, complete the following steps.
1. Align the node with the node sleeve and slide the node into place.
2. Fasten the two thumbscrews.
Note: See Configuration Installation Guide for the tower stand configuration, DIN rail
configuration and wall-mounted configuration installation details if necessary.
Figure 39. Node installation
Step 2.
Install the node.
• If you are installing the node into the enclosure, complete the following steps.
1. Select the node bay.
2. Insert the node into the node bay until it stops.
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