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Exos® 2U and 5U Rackmount Guide
Part Number 204757000-00, B • November 2022
Complete installation prerequisites
The rackmount rails are designed to bear the maximum weight of the storage enclosure when it is properly mounted in a
standard rack cabinet. You can install multiple storage enclosures in a single rack cabinet.
CAUTION You must use only the supplied rail kit and related mounting hardware.
To complete installation prerequisites:
1. Prepare the host system for the installation by obtaining access to the following items:
a. A host computer with the correct firmware, BIOS, and drivers
b. A functioning host bus adapter installed in the host computer, or a switch connected to a host computer
c. Tested, good cables for host connection that meet storage enclosure requirements
d. The provided power cords, which meet power specifications
2. Familiarize yourself with system configuration requirements and the storage enclosure components.
3. Obtain the following:
a. An anti-static wrist or ankle strap for handling static-sensitive components
b. A static-protected environment for temporary storage of the storage enclosure and the FRUs
c. A Torx screwdriver, 6-in length, with T10 and T20 bits
d. A flat-bladed screwdriver, 6-in length
e. A Philips screwdriver, 6-in length
f. A mechanical lift with sufficient clearance and capable of safely lifting the storage enclosure without drive modules
4. Ensure the rack cabinet is suitable for use with the storage enclosure.
a. A rack cabinet capable of holding 2U or 5U form factors that meets all UL and IEC safety requirements, leveled in all
planes with respect to each other
b. Adequate clearance in front of the rack cabinet to install the provided rail kit
c. A maximum depth of 884mm (34.81 inches) from back of front post to maximum extremity, excluding cabling and door
closure considerations
d. A rack cabinet that causes a maximum back air pressure of 5 pascals (0.5mm water gauge)
e. A rack cabinet constructed to meet the installed weight capacity for the total number of storage enclosures in the rack
cabinet, based on the related maximum weight per enclosure
2U12
A maximum of 32kg (71 lb)
f. A maximum operating ambient temperature of 35°C (95°F)
2U24
A maximum of 30kg (60 lb)
1
5U84
A maximum of 130kg (287 lb)
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- Page 1 Exos® 2U and 5U Rackmount Guide Part Number 204757000-00, B • November 2022 Complete installation prerequisites The rackmount rails are designed to bear the maximum weight of the storage enclosure when it is properly mounted in a standard rack cabinet. You can install multiple storage enclosures in a single rack cabinet. CAUTION You must use only the supplied rail kit and related mounting hardware.
- Page 2 5. Secure sufficient staff to assist with the installation. Minimum staff: a. One qualified service technician for the complete installation procedure b. One spotter to assist with the lift and to assist with the installation from the rear of the rack cabinet c.
- Page 3 4. Slide off the plastic bag to access the chassis while making sure the chassis is centered on the lift. 5. Complete the following actions to prepare the 2U chassis for installation: a. If drives are present in the chassis, grasp the latch of the first drive in its carrier (DDIC) between thumb and forefinger and squeeze together to release the latch, then pivot outward to release the DDIC from the midplane.
- Page 4 Required equipment Identification (Optional) 8mm nut driver, 6-in length Phillips-head screw, M5 x 15, 8mm hex flange To install the 2U rackmount rail kit: 1. Remove both outer rail assemblies from their packaging. Item Description Item Description Left front mount bracket Set screw, front Left front outer rail Set screw, rear...
- Page 5 Figure 3 Attachment of front mount bracket to front rack cabinet posts 8. Extend the length of the rail until fully mating the rear mount bracket pins in the mirror location on the rear rack post. Figure 4 Adjustment of rail length to fit rack cabinet 9.
- Page 6 Figure 5 Attachment of rear mount bracket to rear rack cabinet posts 11. Hand tighten firmly against the rack post using an 8mm nut driver or a Philips screwdriver. 12. Facing the front of the rack cabinet, hand tighten the Phillips-head M5 x 15 screw using an 8mm nut driver or a Philips screwdriver so that the hex head flange is flush with the front rack post.
- Page 7 Required equipment Identification Mechanical lift Storage enclosure with attached inner rails Rack cabinet with installed outer rails #2 Phillips-head screwdriver, 6-in length Panhead screw, M5 x 8, #2 Phillips-head screw, M5 x 15, 8mm hex flange To mount the 2U enclosure into the rack cabinet: 1.
- Page 8 4. Complete the following actions to insert the 2U chassis into the rack cabinet: a. Facing the front of the enclosure, carefully exert even pressure on both sides of the storage enclosure front, inserting the storage enclosure until the rack ear flanges are flush with the front rack posts. b.
- Page 9 c. Hand tighten firmly against front rack post at the center of the rack ear flange. d. Slide the ops panel cover over the left rack ear flange until flush with the rack post. e. Repeat the process for the right rack ear flange and cover. Populate the 2U enclosure After successfully mounting the 2U chassis into the rack cabinet, populate the storage enclosure.
- Page 10 a. Examine packaging for damage. This includes cuts, water damage, or evidence of mishandling during shipment. b. If there is damage, photograph and document it, but do not proceed. Retain all original packaging for returns. c. Remove pallet strapping and all protective foam above the storage enclosure to access it. 3.
- Page 11 To install the 5U rackmount rail kit: 1. Remove both rail assemblies from their packaging. 2. Orient the rail with the LH FRONT embossed on it to your left, the other with the RH FRONT embossed on it to your right, and each emboss toward you, facing inward.
- Page 12 Figure 11 Insertion of 5U front mount bracket screw 6. Extend the length of the rail until the rear mount bracket pins in the mirror location on the rear rack post. 7. Verify that the rails are level at the same height on both rack posts, and that all location pins fully seat in the rack posts. 8.
- Page 13 Mount the 5U enclosure into the rack cabinet WARNING! Serious injury and mechanical failure can result if you do not adhere to rack cabinet safety precautions. To avoid risk of death or injury from tipping the rack, follow all rack installation guidelines, securing the rack cabinet to the floor with a concrete anchor kit.
- Page 14 Figure 13 Alignment between 5U chassis and rails, minus rear components for clarity 4. Complete the following actions to properly secure the 5U chassis on its rails: a. Keep the 5U chassis stationary on the mechanical lift. b. Conduct a visual inspection of both sides to verify the bottom of the storage enclosure chassis rests squarely on the front of the bottom shelf of the outer rail and that the direction is straight in, not at an angle.
- Page 15 Figure 14 Secure chassis operator's panel to rack posts d. Slide the ops panel cover over the left rack ear flange until flush with the rack post. e. Repeat the process for securing the right rack ear flange and replacing the right rack ear cover. f.
- Page 16 Access a drawer Each tamper-resistant drawer contains 42 slots for drives in carriers (DDICs). The drawer supports its DDIC contents and own weight when partially or fully open. A safety latching mechanism prevents access to more than one drawer at a time. To access a drawer: 1.
- Page 17 CAUTION If you partially populate the storage enclosure with drives in their carriers (DDICs), you must comply with several additional requirements. You must install a minimum of 14 DDICs. Populate in rows, 14 DDICs at a time, from front to back of the drawer, and alternate between drawers.
- Page 18 Seagate Technology LLC, for any reason, in any manner, medium, or form, in whole or in part, if not expressly authorized, is strictly prohibited. Seagate reserves the right to change, without...
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