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Table of Contents Preface Intended readers Important user information Chapter 1. Checking the delivery contents 1.1. General recommendations 1.2. Inspecting packaging 1.3. Checking the delivery 1.4. Checking labels 1.4.1. Identification label 1.4.2. MAC address label 1.4.3. Fan hazard safety label 1.4.4.
Preface This guide explains how to install the server for the first time. The Bull support web site for the most up t o d ate product information, documentation, firmware updates, software fixes and service offers: https://support.bull.com Intended readers This guide is intended for use by instructed or skilled personnel in charge of installing the server.
Chapter 1. Checking the delivery contents Important ATTENTION: Please read carefully the safety instructions before you perform the procedures described in this manual. See the Multilingual Safety Notices Guide for translated versions of the safety notices. 1.1. General recommendations WARNING W020 The server drawer must not be unpacked before it has reached the room temperature (24 hours in the computer room).
1.2. Inspecting packaging Before unpacking, check the indicators on the shockwatch and tiltwatch labels, stuck on the packaging. If one of the labels is red, make a note on the delivery slip and check packaging contents. Label Description Shockwatch label Transport label Tiltwatch label Installation Guide...
1.3. Checking the delivery According to the configuration, the following items are included. ■ Antennas ■ Screws and washers ■ Kit for installation ■ The BullSequana EXR server Chapter 1. Checking the delivery contents...
1.4. Checking labels Safety warning labels, including safety notices and graphic symbols, are present on the server. Check that the electrical installation complies with the label details. 1.4.1. Identification label Description Installation Guide...
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(2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. Model names Model name Commercial name Serial number BullSequana EXR 1U server with 1200W BSEXR1 XAN-ORH-xxxxx power supply and M.2 internal storage BullSequana EXR 1U server with 1200W BSEXR2...
1.4.2. MAC address label Important It is recommended to write down the MAC address in case the label is lost. The label is on the motherboard, next to the memory modules. Installation Guide...
1.4.4. Processor label The label is on top of the processor assembly. Mark Description Torque value Warning symbol Locking symbols Locking instructions Installation Guide...
Chapter 2. Installing the server CAUTION C050 The device must be installed in a location where the transmitting antenna is at least 20 cm from any people in order to comply with radio frequency exposure regulatory requirements. WARNING W079 Devices and antennas must not be operated with other antennas or transmitters.
2.1. Installing the antennas Required tools ■ Cross-headed screwdriver ■ T10 Torx screwdriver Procedure 1. Locate the position of each antenna Rear view Configuration 1 Configuration 2 Configuration 3 2 antennas 3 antennas 3 antennas ■ Dual-band Dual-band 2.4-5.9 GHz WIFI LTE/5G 2.4-5.9 GHz WIFI ■...
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2. Remove the top cover 1. Loosen the captive screw to unlock the cover latch. Top view 2. Push the button (A) to release the latch. The upper part (B) rises up. 3. Slide the cover back slightly and lift it up. Chapter 2.
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3. Remove the dummy bracket from each position where an antenna is to be installed Remove the screws to detach the dummy bracket. Rear view 4. Install each antenna cable 1. Remove the connector from the antenna. Installation Guide...
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2. Remove the nut and the washer from the connector. 3. Insert the connector into the cutout from inside the server. Chapter 2. Installing the server...
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4. Install the washer and the nut onto the connector. 5. Connect the other end of the cable to the adequate card. 5. Connect each antenna cable to the adequate card Installation Guide...
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6. Install the top cover 1. Position the cover on the server and slide it forward until it is in place. 2. Lower the upper part of the cover latch. Top view 3. Tighten the captive screw to lock the cover latch. Chapter 2.
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7. Turn each antenna to fix it into place Rear view 8. Fold the antennas down for the installation of the server in the rack Note The antennas may be installed after the server has been inserted into the rack, providing there is access to the rear of the server. Installation Guide...
2.2. Preparing the rail assemblies Required tools ■ PH1 cross-headed screwdriver ■ PH2 cross-headed screwdriver ■ 3 mm flat screwdriver ■ Two slide rails ■ Two rear brackets ■ Two front brackets ■ Screws, washers and nuts Appendix A. Screws, washers and nuts Chapter 2.
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Procedure 1. Unpack the slide rails 2. Remove the inner rails For each slide rail, perform the following operations: 1. Pull the inner rail (C) out until it clicks. 2. Push the release latch in. Mark Description Outer rail Middle rail Inner rail 3.
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3. Install the inner rails onto the server 1. Ensure that the inner rail protruding edge is at the front of the server. 2. Tighten the screws. Chapter 2. Installing the server 2-11...
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4. Install a front bracket onto each outer rail 1. Pull the middle rail (A) out until it clicks. 2. Check that the outer rail (B) mount holes underneath are exposed. 2-12 Installation Guide...
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3. Attach the front bracket to the outer rail. Mark Description Middle rail Outer rail Rear edge Chapter 2. Installing the server 2-13...
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5. Install a rear bracket onto each outer rail 1. Place a rear bracket onto the outer rail. 2. Adjust the rear bracket position on the outer rail to match the rack cabinet depth. According to the rack cabinet depth the number of rear bracket mount holes (A) used varies from three to six.
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Front view 900 mm deep rack cabinet Rear view Chapter 2. Installing the server 2-15...
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Front view 3. Partially tighten the screws to secure the rear brackets into place. 4. Check that the distance between edge of the rear bracket and the edge of the front bracket matches the rack depth. 2-16 Installation Guide...
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6. Insert a guide pin into the front and rear brackets of the rail assembly The rail assembly consists of the middle rail and the outer rail with the front bracket and the rear bracket attached. Mark Description Middle rail Front bracket Outer rail Rear bracket...
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7. Push the middle rail back to its original position 1. Lift the middle rail release latch (A) up. 2. Push the middle rail (B) in until it clicks back into place. 2-18 Installation Guide...
2.3. Installing the server into the rack cabinet CAUTION C045 Two people are required to perform this operation. Required tools T25 Torx screwdriver Appendix A. Screws, washers and nuts Procedure 1. Install the rail assemblies into the rack cabinet For each rail assemblies, perform the following operations: 1.
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3. Position the rail assembly using the guide pins at each end. 4. Secure the rail assembly into place. 5. Tighten the rear bracket nuts. 2-20 Installation Guide...
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6. Pull the middle rails out. 2. Install the server into the rack cabinet 1. Using the inner rails attached to the server, slide the server into the middle rails. Chapter 2. Installing the server 2-21...
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2. When the rail assemblies click, push the release latch (A) on each side to allow the server to be pushed completely into the rack. 3. Tighten the captive screws to secure the server into place. 2-22 Installation Guide...
Appendix A. Screws, washers and nuts This appendix lists all the screws, washers and nuts included in the delivery. Screws Mark Head Body Diameter Length Description 3 mm 4 mm M3x4 Flat-headed screw 3.5 mm 12 mm Flat-head philip #6-32 screw 3 mm 6.5 mm M3x6.5 standard screw...
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Washers Mark Head Body Diameter Description 5 mm M5 Spring Lock Washer OD11 6 mm M6 Toothed Lock Washer 4 mm M4 conical spring lock washer Nuts Mark Head Body Diameter Description 3.5 mm Hex serrated flange locknut #6-32 6 mm Hex nut #6 Installation Guide...
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