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Install a node to the rack

Follow instructions in this section to install a node to the rack.

About this task

To avoid potential danger, make sure to read and follow the safety information.

  • S002
    disconnect all power
    CAUTION
    The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
  • R006
    No weight on shelf
    CAUTION
    Do not place any object on top of a rack-mounted device unless that rack-mounted device is intended for use as a shelf.

Attention
Note

　

Install a node into an enclosure​

Procedure

Note
When a 1U2N enclosure is installed with ThinkSystem Toolless Slide Rail Kit without 1U CMA, the node can be directly installed to the enclosure on the rack.

  1. Make preparations for this task.
    1. Make sure that the node is with no top cover (see Remove the top cover).
    2. For configurations with 300W external power adapter, make sure that the power adapter is installed properly (see Install a power adapter).
  2. Insert the node into the node bay until it stops.

    • 1U2N enclosure

      Figure 1. Installation of a node into a 1U2N enclosure
      Node installation into 1U2N enclosure

    • 2U2N enclosure

      Figure 2. Installation of a node into a 2U2N enclosure
      Node installation into 2U2N enclosure
  3. Connect the power cables to the node.
  4. For 1U2N enclosure, install the power cable cover (see Install a power adapter to the enclosure).
Note
If the node is installed in an enclosure on the rack, proceed to Install a shipping bracket to the enclosure if necessary.

　

Install the enclosure to the rack​

Attention

  • Make sure to have enough help and use safe practices when lifting the enclosure.

Important
Make sure to use the rail kit that supports the selected configuration.
 1U2N enclosure2U2N enclosure
 DC power source input300W external power adapterAC power source input300W external power adapter
ThinkSystem Enclosure Universal Short Rack Rail Kit√Not supported√√
ThinkSystem Friction 2-Post Screw-in Rail Kit√Not supported√√
ThinkSystem Toolless Slide Rail Kit without 1U CMA√√√Not supported

Procedure

  1. Depending on the configuration, the procedure of installing the enclosure to the rack can be one of the following.

    • Rail kit except for ThinkSystem Toolless Slide Rail Kit without 1U CMA

      1. If applicable, install the inner rails onto the enclosure.

        • Align the mounting holes on the inner rails with the corresponding rail-mounting pins on the side of the enclosure.
        • Push the inner rails as shown until the mounting pins on the enclosure lock into place with the inner rails.
          Figure 3. Installation of the inner rails
          installing inner rails

        • If applicable, tighten the screws to secure the inner rails on the enclosure.

          Figure 4. Installation of inner-rail screws
          installing inner-rail screws

      2. Lift and slide the enclosure into the rails.

        • Carefully lift the enclosure and align the enclosure with the rails on the rack; then, position the enclosure as shown and push it into the rack.
        • Press the release latches.
        • Push the enclosure all the way into the rack until the enclosure locks into place with a click.
        Figure 5. Installation of the enclosure into the rack by sliding
        server installation into rack
    • ThinkSystem Toolless Slide Rail Kit without 1U CMA

      1. Place the enclosure down into the rails.

        • Pull the rails forward until the inner rails click two times into place.
        • Carefully lift the enclosure and tilt it into position over the rails so that the mounting studs on the enclosure line up with the mounting holes of the inner rails.
        • Slowly lower the enclosure down until the rear mounting studs slide into the rear mounting holes; then, the front mounting studs go into the corresponding mounting holes of the rails. Make sure that the mounting studs are locked into position so the enclosure is firmly secured.
          Figure 6. Installation of the enclosure into the rack by rotating
          server installation into rack
          Attention
          • Make sure that two people are lifting the enclosure together, and that the hands must be positioned as illustrated.
            Enclosure removal from rack by lifting

      2. Slide the enclosure into the rack.

        • Lift the locking levers on both sides of the rails.
        • Push the enclosure all the way into the rack until it clicks into place.
          Figure 7. Installation of the enclosure into the rack by rotating
          server installation into rack
  2. (Optional) If necessary, open the rack release latches and tighten the screws to firmly secure the enclosure to the rack.

    　

    Figure 8. Installation of screws to the rack release latches
    server removal from rack
    1 Rack release latches2 Front screw

　

Install a shipping bracket to the enclosure​

Procedure

  1. When the front shipping bracket is installed, the front operator panel is not accessible. Make sure to complete the following procedure before installing the front shipping bracket:
    1. Connect the power cords and power on the server (see Power on the server).
    2. Connect all necessary external cables to the node.
  2. If applicable, install the dust filter holder to the shipping bracket; then, secure the dust filter holder with two screws.
    Note
    Repeat this step to install the other dust filter holder.
    Figure 9. Installation of the dust filter holders

  3. Insert the shipping bracket to the front of the enclosure.
    Figure 10. Installation of an shipping bracket
    shipping bracket installation
  4. Tighten the seven screws as shown to secure the shipping bracket.
    Figure 11. Installation of the shipping bracket screws
    shipping bracket screw installation

　

After this task is completed