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Introduction This document guides you through racking your system and accessing the TrueNAS web UI. See the back page of this document for guidance on where to access in-depth product information and setup recommendations. Note - Rack Space The F-Series requires 2U of rack space and a #2 Phillips head screwdriver to install in a rack. The system is 38.9”...
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2 Install the Chassis Rail on the System Fit the rail keyholes over the mounting pegs on the system and slide the rail toward the back of the system until it locks. Use a low-profile M4x4 screw to secure the rail to the chassis. Repeat the process for the second chassis rail. Page 2 v.
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3 Install the Rack Rail in the Rack Tip - Rack Spacing To ease field servicing, we recommend you avoid installing the F-Series between two other systems if possible. Place the rail in the rack with the front end towards the front of the rack. Align the rear pins with the rear rack mounting holes in the bottom 2U of reserved rack space.
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4 Install the System in the Rack Team-lift the system and align the chassis rails with the rack rails. Slide the ends of the chassis rails into the rack rails and push the system into the rack until the metal safeties click and lock. Pull the blue release tabs towards the front of the system and finish pushing the system into the rack.
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5 Install the Cable Management Arm (CMA) Starting with the left side, push the post onto the left bracket. On the right side, push the inner post onto the inner bracket, then push the outer post onto the outer bracket. The CMA posts click and lock when installed correctly. 6 Install Cables Open the black baskets on the CMA and route all the wires for both controllers.
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Connect ethernet network cables from your local switch or management network to the Out-of-Band Management (OOBM) and TrueNAS Management ports on both controllers. Next, connect a monitor to one of the Micro HDMI ports using the VGA adapter, then connect a keyboard to a USB port on the same controller.
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8 Additional Resources F-Series User Manual F-Series Resources iX Support F-Series User Manual: https://www.truenas.com/docs/files/FSeriesPUM.pdf F-Series Resources: https://www.truenas.com/docs/hardware/fseries/ 9 Contact iXsystems Having issues? Please contact iX Support to ensure a smooth resolution. Contact Method Contact Options https://support.ixsystems.com Email support@iXsystems.com Telephone Monday-Friday, 6:00AM to 6:00PM Pacific Standard Time: •...
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