Installing components
WARNING:
equipment:
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Reduce the weight of the node by removing the hard drives and power supplies before
installing the node into the rack.
Get help to lift and stabilize the node during installation. When the node weighs more than
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22.5 kg (50 lb), two people might be required to install the node into the rack.
CAUTION:
Install the heaviest item first, and continue to populate the rack from the bottom to the top.
Before installing front or rear components into the chassis, review chassis bay numbering for each
component. For slot numbering information, see the quick setup instructions.
Based on the total number ordered and the planned configuration, install the following components:
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Nodes
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Power supplies
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System fans
For more information, see the appropriate chassis setup and installation guide and the node installation
instructions.
Installing the server into the chassis
Insert the system tray into the chassis.
1.
Rotate the tray handle to lock.
2.
The node is very heavy. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
Always plan the rack installation so that the heaviest item is on the bottom of the rack.
Setup 21