Differences Between The Tower- And Rack-Model Servers; Chassis Configuration - HP ML570 - ProLiant - G2 Setup And Installation Manual

Installing Hardware Options
Use Table 3-1 to determine how to reach the most commonly accessed internal server
components.
Table 3-1: Gaining Access to Internal Components
Component
Expansion slots
Hot-plug expansion slots
Memory
Processor sockets
Differences Between the Tower- and Rack-Model
Servers
You can perform the following chassis conversions by using the appropriate
conversion option kit:
•
Tower-to-rack
•
Rack-to-tower

Chassis Configuration

The primary difference between the tower and rack models (Figure 3-1) is the chassis
configuration. The tower model also has casters on the bottom of the server and a
front bezel door to cover the server chassis. This chapter illustrates only the rack
model of the server for most of the hardware installation procedures.
3-4
Access Instruction
Open the front bezel door (tower model only)
and remove the access panel.
Open the hot-plug door.
Open the hot-plug door.
Open the front bezel door (tower model only)
and remove the access panel.
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