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Installing the Server in a Rack
The following subsection describes how to assemble your rack-mount server into a
standard EIA 19-inch rack cabinet.
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. If the rack is a stand-alone unit and the rack is more than 75 % filled with
components, consider installing an optional stabilizer kit.
cabinet you should consider the length of the cables that
interconnect system components.
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ANCHOR THE EQUIPMENT RACK: The equipment rack
must be 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. The anchors must be able to
withstand a force of up to 113 kg (250 lbs). You must also
consider the weight of any other device installed in the rack.
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MAIN AC POWER DISCONNECT: You are responsible for
installing an AC power disconnect for the entire rack unit.
This main disconnect must be readily accessible, and it must
be labeled as controlling power to the entire unit, not just to
the server(s).
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GROUNDING THE RACK INSTALLATION: To avoid the
potential for an electrical shock hazard, you must include a
third wire safety grounding conductor with the rack installa-
tion. 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 server configuration for the rack
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