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Inserting a System into a Rack
Before you begin, select an appropriate location in your rack cabinet for the rack-
mount server. To improve rack stability, mount heavier items towards the bottom of the
rack cabinet.
cabinet you should consider the length of the cables that
interconnect system components.
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anchored to an unmovable support to prevent it from falling
over when one or more servers are extended in front of it on
slide assemblies. You must also consider the weight of any
other device installed in the rack.
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ing an AC power disconnect for the entire rack unit. This
main disconnect must be readily accessible, and it must be
labelled as controlling power to the entire unit, not just to the
server(s).
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for an electrical shock hazard, you must include a third wire
safety grounding conductor with the rack installation. If a
server power cord is plugged into an AC outlet that is part of
the rack, then you must provide proper grounding for the
rack itself. If server power cords are plugged into wall AC
outlets, the safety grounding conductor in each power cord
provides proper grounding only for the server. You must
provide additional, proper grounding for the rack and other
devices installed in it.
Note: When planning your system configuration for the rack
NCHOR THE EQUIPMENT RACK
AC
AIN
POWER DISCONNECT
ROUNDING THE RACK INSTALLATION
Warning
: The equipment rack must be
: You are responsible for install-
: To avoid the potential
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