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42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack
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  • Page 1 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide Type: 9363...
  • Page 2 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix A “Getting help and technical assistance” on page 51, Appendix B “Notices” on page 55, the safety information, warranties, and licenses information on the Lenovo Web site at: https://support.lenovo.com/documents/LNVO-DOCS Third Edition (September 2024) ©...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using the cable-access openings in the top of the rack ..................39 Taiwan Class A compliance statement ..... 61 Mounting an overhead cable tray ........41 Taiwan BSMI RoHS declaration ......... 62 Chapter 5. Moving a rack cabinet ..... 43 Index ............... 63 © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...
  • Page 4 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 5: Safety

    Avant d'installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité. Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen. Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...

  • Page 6: Safety Statements

    Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this documentation before you perform the procedures. Read any additional safety information that comes with your system or optional device before you install the device. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 7 Do not: • Throw or immerse into water • Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) • Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...
  • Page 8 Statement 4 CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. ≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb) 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 9 There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. Statement 11 CAUTION: The following label indicates sharp edges, corners, or joints nearby. © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...
  • Page 10 Make sure that the rack is secured properly to avoid tipping when the server unit is extended. Statement 17 CAUTION: The following label indicates moving parts nearby. viii 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 11 Statement 26 CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices. © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...
  • Page 12 4. Attach signal cables to other devices. 3. Remove all cables from the devices. 5. Connect power cords to their sources. 6. Turn ON all the power sources. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 13 > 240VA CAUTION: Hazardous energy present. Voltages with hazardous energy might cause heating when shorted with metal, which might result in splattered metal, burns, or both. Statement 36: CAUTION: Always install the slide retention screw. © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...
  • Page 14 Attention: This product is suitable for use on an IT power distribution system whose maximum phase-to phase-voltage is 240 V under any distribution fault condition. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1. Introduction

    To check for updates, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. Note: Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo pages on the World Wide Web. Procedures for locating documentation might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
  • Page 16 • Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or situation. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Installing A Rack Cabinet

    This process ensures that the end product remains safe for the operator and service personnel under normal and forseeable misuse conditions. One U is equal to 4.45 cm (1.75 in.) © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...
  • Page 18 Figure 1. 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack, Type 9363-4PX 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: Size And Weight Specifications

    Figure 2. 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Expansion Rack, Type 9363-4EX (comes without side covers) Size and weight specifications The 42U racks and 42U expansion racks conform to the Electronic Industries Association (EIA) standard EIA-310-D Cabinets, Racks, Panels, and Associated Equipment (1992). For the rack cabinet dimensions and weights, see the following tables.

  • Page 20: Planning The Floor Layout

    The outriggers are the stabilizers with wheels that are installed on the sides of the rack cabinet. After the rack is in its final location and will not be moved more than 2 m (6 ft), you can remove the outriggers. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 21 DANGER Always relocate the rack cabinet with the outriggers installed. Keep the outriggers and install them if you have to move the rack to another location in the future. Figure 4. Removing and installing the outriggers Chapter 2 Installing a rack cabinet...

  • Page 22: Installing The Front Stabilizer Bracket, Recirculation Prevention Plate (Optional) And Securing The Rack To The Floor Surface

    Use the open-end wrench that comes with the hardware kit to lower each of the four leveling pads just enough so that they touch the floor. The rack casters support the weight of the rack cabinet. The pads prevent the rack from rolling. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 23 Leveling pad Rear swivel caster Leveling pad Front fixed caster Figure 5. Lowering the leveling pads Step 2. Hand-tighten the thumbscrews on the front fixed casters. Step 3. Remove both outriggers from the sides of the rack by removing the four bolts on each side with a 6 mm hex wrench.
  • Page 24 • If this is not a stand-alone rack and you are not installing the front stabilizer bracket, attach the recirculation prevention plate with the four screws and hex wrench from the hardware kit. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 25 Recirculation prevention plate Figure 7. Installing the recirculation prevention plate and no front stabilizer bracket • If this is a stand-alone rack cabinet, complete the following steps: 1. Align the four holes in the recirculation prevention plate with the four holes in the rack cabinet.
  • Page 26 If this is a stand-alone rack cabinet and you are not installing the recirculation prevention plate, attach the front stabilizer to the front of the rack cabinet with the screws and hex wrench that come with the hardware kit. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 27 Stabilizer bracket Figure 9. Installing the front stabilizer and no recirculation prevention plate Note: If required by local building codes, each stand-alone rack can be bolted to the floor with a fastener in each corner. Step 7. Bolt the rack to the floor surface by using the following methods: •...
  • Page 28 • If a front stabilizer bracket or stabilizer plate is not installed, bolt the front of the rack to the floor surface through the holes in the lower frame by using two bolts and washers. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 29 Bolts Rack front Figure 12. Bolting the front of the rack to the floor surface Bolt the rear of the rack to the floor surface through the holes in the lower frame by using two bolts and washers. See Figure 11 “Bolting the rear of the rack to the floor surface” on page 14. Step 8.

  • Page 30: Removing And Installing The Side Covers

    Press in on both release handles and then rotate the top of the side cover toward the rack. Lock the side cover to secure it to the rack cabinet. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 31: Removing And Installing A Front Door

    Lock Side cover Figure 15. Installing a side cover Removing and installing a front door All racks come with the front door installed. Remove the front door when you install and remove devices in the rack, if part of the rack is obstructed by the door as you install devices. To remove the front door from the rack cabinet, complete the following steps: Unlock and open the door.

  • Page 32: Removing And Installing A Rear Door

    To remove a rear door from the rack cabinet, complete the following steps: Unlock and open the door. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 33: Reversing A Front Door

    Hinge pins Figure 17. Removing a rear door Holding the door firmly with one hand, lift both hinge pins until they lock in the open position. This releases the door from the hinges. Grasp the door firmly with both hands and pull it away from the hinges; then, set the door aside. To install a rear door on the rack cabinet, complete the following steps: Grasp the door firmly with both hands, align the door with the hinges, and slide the door into place.
  • Page 34 Remove the hinge pin by placing a small screwdriver under the end of the retainer spring, press the spring out, and pull the hinge pin out of the hinge. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 35 Hinge Hinge Retainer spring Door hinge (oriented for left side rack mount) Door hinge (oriented for right side rack mount) Figure 19. Removing and installing a door hinge pin Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the hinge screw. Repeat step Step 3 on page 20 to remove the other hinge. Step 4.
  • Page 36 Install the top and bottom hinges on the right side of the rack cabinet: Orient the hinge to install it on the right side of the rack cabinet, as shown in the following illustration. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 37 Hinge Hinge Retainer spring Door hinge (oriented for left side rack mount) Door hinge (oriented for right side rack mount) Figure 21. Removing and installing a door hinge pin Align the screw hole in the hinge with the screw hole on the right side of the rack cabinet. For the top hinge, use the empty screw hole from where you removed the doorstop.
  • Page 38 Figure 22. Moving the front door latch Step 7. Install the door on the right side: Carefully rotate the door 180°. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 39 Holding the door with one hand, push the hinge pins down to the closed position. Step 8. Remove the Lenovo logo from the bottom of the door; then, snap it into place near the top of the door. Chapter 2...

  • Page 40: Attaching Racks In A Suite

    (see the following illustration). Secure the bracket to the racks with four screws. Do not fully tighten the screws. Repeat this step for the bottom front attachment bracket; then, tighten all of the bracket screws. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 41 Figure 25. Attaching standard and expansion racks to each other to form a suite Step 4. Repeat step Step 3 on page 26 to attach the rear top and bottom attachment brackets. Step 5. Repeat this procedure to attach additional expansion racks to the suite. Chapter 2 Installing a rack cabinet...
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  • Page 43: Chapter 3. Installing Optional Devices

    2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4. Remove all cables from devices. 5. Turn device ON. Rack Safety Information, Statement 2 © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...

  • Page 44: Installing Devices On The Rack-Mounting Flanges

    42U compartment. Use clip nuts in the round holes provided in the six 1U rear vertical-mounting compartments. For detailed information about the mounting requirements for a device, see the instructions that come with the device. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 45: Installing Threaded Rails

    Note: The rack cabinet comes with a supply of cage nuts and clip nuts, and devices that require them come with the applicable cage nuts or clip nuts. Installing threaded rails Step 1. If a device has threaded holes or device rails that have threaded holes, you must install the device on the rail-mounting flanges on the inside of the rack-mounting flanges.

  • Page 46: Installing Clip Nuts

    (PDUs) and console switches. For more information about installing a device vertically in the rack cabinet, see the documentation that comes with your PDU or console switch. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Installing A 1U Pdu Or Console Switch Vertically In The Rack Side Area

    Installing a 1U PDU or console switch vertically in the rack side area The rack cabinet comes with space on the sides to vertically mount PDUs and console switches. Each rack has six locations, three on each side of the rack cabinet. To install a device in the side area, you must use flange nuts and the M6 button-head cap screws that come in the hardware kit.

  • Page 48: Installing A 0U Pdu Vertically In The Rear Of A Rack Cabinet

    The following illustration shows one way to install a 0U PDU in the rear of the rack cabinet. You can install up to four 0U PDUs vertically in the rack cabinet, depending on your rack configuration. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 49 Figure 31. Installing a 0U PDU vertically in the rear of the rack cabinet Chapter 3 Installing optional devices...
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  • Page 51: Chapter 4. Managing Cables

    You can route cables from the front to the rear of the rack cabinet by using the cable channels on the sides of the rack. There are two cable channels on each side of the rack cabinet. © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...

  • Page 52: Using The Cable-Access Bar In The Bottom Of The Rack Cabinet

    To route external cables through the opening in the bottom rear of the rack, complete the following steps: Step 1. Remove the four screws that attach the cable-access bar to the rack cabinet, as shown in the following illustration. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 53: Using The Cable-Access Openings In The Top Of The Rack

    Cable-access M6 screws Figure 33. Routing cables using the cable-access bar Step 2. Route the cables through the opening. Step 3. Reattach the cable-access bar to the rack cabinet with the four screws that you removed in step Step 1 on page 38. Make sure that you do not pinch or cut any cables. Using the cable-access openings in the top of the rack Step 1.
  • Page 54 For information about adjusting the air flow in the rack if a Rear Door Heat eXchanger is installed on the rack cabinet, see the Installation and Maintenance Guide that comes with the heat exchanger. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 55: Mounting An Overhead Cable Tray

    Mounting an overhead cable tray Step 1. The rack cabinet comes with pre-drilled holes in the top that you can use to attach an overhead cable tray (not provided by Lenovo) to the top of the rack suite. Pre-drilled holes...
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  • Page 57: Chapter 5. Moving A Rack Cabinet

    Chapter 5. Moving a rack cabinet Before you move the rack cabinet to another location, read the important guidelines in this chapter. When you move a rack cabinet, observe the following safety guidelines. © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...
  • Page 58 • Verify that all door openings are at least 760 x 2083 mm (30 x 82 in.) 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 59 • Ensure that all devices, shelves, drawers, doors, and cables are secure. • Ensure that the four leveling pads are raised to their highest position. • Ensure that there is no stabilizer bracket installed on the rack cabinet. • Do not use a ramp inclined at more than ten degrees. •...
  • Page 60 Figure 36. Installing the outriggers Step 5. Carefully move the rack cabinet to the new location by using the safety guidelines in this chapter. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 61: Chapter 6. Parts Listing

    Tier 2 CRU You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or request Lenovo to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your product.
  • Page 62 Description (Tier 1) (Tier 2) technician only) Front / rear door 90Y3056 90Y3065 Side cover Adjustable foot 90Y3063 90Y3061 Fixed caster, front 90Y3062 Swivel caster, rear 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...
  • Page 63 Table 3. Parts listing for 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Expansion Rack (continued) FRU part number CRU part number CRU part number (trained service Index Description (Tier 1) (Tier 2) technician only) Hardware and tool kit (includes tools, 90Y3064 screws, washers, cage nuts, and...
  • Page 64 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 65: Appendix A. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    Before you call, make sure that you have taken these steps to try to solve the problem yourself. If you believe that you require warranty service for your Lenovo product, the service technicians will be able to assist you more efficiently if you prepare before you call.

  • Page 66: Using The Documentation

    • Secure upload with the system serial number: https://www.ecurep.ibm.com/ app/upload_hw Creating a personalized support web page You can create a personalized support web page by identifying Lenovo products that are of interest to you. To create a personalized support web page, go to http://www.ibm.com/support/ mynotifications. From this personalized page, you can subscribe to weekly email notifications about new technical documents, search for information and downloads, and access various administrative services.

  • Page 67: Software Service And Support

    IBM is Lenovo's preferred service provider for the System x, Flex System and NeXtScale System products. You can receive hardware service through your Lenovo reseller or from IBM. To locate a reseller authorized by Lenovo to provide warranty service, go to http://www.ibm.com/partnerworld and click Business Partner Locator.
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  • Page 69: Appendix B. Notices

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 70: Trademarks

    (TBW). A device that has exceeded this limit might fail to respond to system-generated commands or might be incapable of being written to. Lenovo is not responsible for replacement of a device that has exceeded its maximum guaranteed number of program/erase cycles, as documented in the Official Published Specifications for the device.

  • Page 71: Particulate Contamination

    If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the device, Lenovo may condition provision of repair or replacement of devices or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.

  • Page 72: Electronic Emission Notices

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 73: Germany Class A Statement

    Geräte der Klasse A. Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Meitnerstr. 9, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse A.

  • Page 74: Japanese Electromagnetic Compatibility Statements

    This is electromagnetic wave compatibility equipment for business (Type A). Sellers and users need to pay attention to it. This is for any areas other than home. 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 75: Russia Electromagnetic Interference (Emi) Class A Statement

    Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A statement People's Republic of China Class A electronic emission statement Taiwan Class A compliance statement Appendix B. Notices...

  • Page 76: Taiwan Bsmi Rohs Declaration

    Taiwan BSMI RoHS declaration 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

  • Page 77: Index

    32 door devices with threaded rails 31 reversing front 19 doorstop 19 door latch, removing 19 front door door, front front stabilizer installing and removing 17 hinge pins door, rear optional devices © Copyright Lenovo 2015, 2016...
  • Page 78 61 planning floor layout 6 product service, Taiwan 53 rack bolting to floor 8 moving 43 size and weight specifications 5 rack, installing tasks overview 1 42U Dynamic Expansion Rack and 42U 1100 mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack Installation Guide...

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