NEC Server EXPRESS800 User Manual

EXPRESS5800/System Rack  
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Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer  
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However, actual performance of each such product is dependent upon factors such as  
system configuration, customer data, and operator control. Since implementation by  
customers of each product may vary, the suitability of specific product configurations and  
applications must be determined by the customer and is not warranted by NEC Computers  
Inc.  
To allow for design and specification improvements, the information in this document is  
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Trademarks  
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Copyright 2000  
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Contents  
Proprietary Notice  
Using This Guide................................................................................................................... v  
Text Conventions..................................................................................................................vi  
Related Documents...............................................................................................................vi  
Safety Notices......................................................................................................................vii  
Safety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada..........................................vii  
Care and Handling..............................................................................................................viii  
Planning Your Site ............................................................. 2-1  
Equipment Location ...........................................................................................................2-2  
Space Requirements ......................................................................................................2-2  
Environmental Conditions.............................................................................................2-4  
Floor Construction.........................................................................................................2-5  
System Rack Placement......................................................................................................2-7  
Air Conditioning.................................................................................................................2-9  
Cooling Capacity...........................................................................................................2-9  
Electrical Facilities ...........................................................................................................2-10  
Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS)..........................................................................2-10  
Power Distribution Unit (PDU)...................................................................................2-10  
Grounding Requirements..................................................................................................2-11  
Planning Your System Rack Configuration ..................... 3-1  
Cabling Constraints ............................................................................................................3-2  
Cable Summary ..................................................................................................................3-2  
RAID Cable Restrictions...............................................................................................3-3  
Concentrator Cable Lengths..........................................................................................3-3  
Vertical Spacing .................................................................................................................3-3  
Configuration Guidelines ...................................................................................................3-6  
Calculating Load and Determining UPS On-Battery Run Time .......................................3-8  
Installing the System Rack................................................ 4-1  
Introduction ........................................................................................................................4-2  
What You Need.............................................................................................................4-2  
Unpacking the System Rack and Components...................................................................4-3  
Opening Front and Rear Doors .....................................................................................4-5  
Removing Rack Side Panels..........................................................................................4-6  
Leveling the System Rack ..................................................................................................4-7  
Installing Rack Frame Link Kits ........................................................................................4-8  
What You Need.............................................................................................................4-8  
Attaching the Stabilizer to the System Rack ....................................................................4-10  
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Installing Rack Components..............................................5-1  
Tools Required................................................................................................................... 5-3  
Installing Rack Components.............................................................................................. 5-3  
Recommendations and Warnings....................................................................................... 5-4  
Installing the UPS......................................................................................................... 5-4  
Installing the Interface Expander Accessory ........................................................ 5-6  
Installing the UPS ................................................................................................. 5-7  
Connecting Your Master and Protected servers (BSUs)..................................... 5-10  
Installing a Power Distribution Unit........................................................................... 5-12  
Installing a Keyboard Tray ......................................................................................... 5-13  
Installing the Concentrator ......................................................................................... 5-14  
Installing Blank Panels ............................................................................................... 5-17  
Installing a Monitor Tray............................................................................................ 5-18  
Connecting the Console Monitor................................................................................ 5-19  
Connecting Servers (BSUs) to the Concentrator ........................................................ 5-19  
Illustrated Parts Breakdown ..............................................6-1  
Field Replaceable Units ..................................................................................................... 6-3  
Options............................................................................................................................... 6-5  
Index  
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Using This Guide  
This guide contains the information necessary to install the Express5800 System Rack.  
This guide is written for knowledgeable users, trained customer engineers, service  
center personnel, and dealers. Please read these installation procedures in their entirety  
before starting.  
This guide contains the following information:  
! Chapter 1, Introduction” introduces you to the Express5800 System Rack models  
and describes the major system components that may be installed within the rack  
enclosure. See this chapter to familiarize yourself with your server rack.  
! Chapter 2, “Planning Your Site” provides information about your Express5800  
System Rack that you and your facility planners must have to properly prepare the  
site for rack installation.  
! Chapter 3, “Planning Your System Rack Configuration” provides information on  
rack cabling, component space requirements, and component power consumption.  
! Chapter 4, “Installing the System Rack ” provides information on unpacking and  
installing your system rack at your selected site.  
! Chapter 5, “Installing Rack Components” contains helpful information for  
configuring and installing system components into the system rack.  
! Chapter 6, “Illustrated Parts Breakdown” contains the exploded view and parts lists  
for the rack’s major assemblies. Part numbers are provided for optional hardware.  
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Text Conventions  
This guide uses the following text conventions.  
Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following meanings:  
!
WARNING  
Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or loss  
of life.  
!
CAUTION  
Cautions indicate situations that can damage the system hardware or software.  
Note: Notes give important information about the material being described.  
! Names of keyboard keys are printed as they appear on the keyboard. For example,  
Ctrl, Alt, or Enter.  
! Text or keystrokes that you enter appear as boldface type. For example, type abc123  
and press ENTER.  
! File names are printed in uppercase letters. For example, AUTOEXEC.BAT.  
Related Documents  
In addition to this guide, the following system documentation is included with your  
server either as electronic files on EXPRESSBUILDER or as paper copy shipped with your  
server.  
! Express5800 Server User’s Guide  
Your Server User’s Guide provides you with the information on installing your  
server into the system rack. Your server user’s guide is located on the  
ExpressBuilder CDROM that came with your system.  
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Safety Notices  
!
! Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock which could cause personal injury,  
follow all safety notices. The symbols shown are used in your documentation and on  
your equipment to indicate safety hazards.  
! Warning: Detachable power supply cords are intended to serve as the disconnect  
device.  
! Warning: This equipment has a 3-wire, grounded power cord. To prevent electrical  
hazards, do not remove or defeat the ground prong on the power cord. Replace the  
power cord if it gets damaged. Contact your dealer for an exact replacement.  
! Warning: The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel of your server does  
not turn off the system AC power. Also, +5vdc is present on the system board  
whenever the AC power cord is connected between the system and an AC outlet.  
Before doing the procedures in this manual, make sure that your system is powered  
off and unplug the AC power cord from the back of the chassis. Failure to disconnect  
power before opening your system can result in personal injury and equipment  
damage.  
All Servers and Peripherals installed inside a rack:  
In the U.S.A. and Canada, the power cord must be a UL-listed detachable power cord  
(in Canada, CSA-certified), type ST or SJT, 16 AWG, 3-conductor, provided with a  
molded-on NEMA type 5-15 P plug cap at one end and a molded-on cord connector  
body at the other end. The cord length must not exceed 6.56 feet (2.0 meters).  
Outside the U.S.A. and Canada, the plug must be rated for 250 VAC, 10 amp minimum,  
and must display an international agency approval marking. The cord must be suitable  
for use in the end-user country. Consult your dealer or the local electrical authorities if  
you are unsure of the type of power cord to use in your country. The voltage change  
occurs via a switch in the power supply.  
! Warning: Under no circumstances should the user attempt to disassemble any  
power supply. A power supply has no user-replaceable parts. Inside the power  
supply are hazardous voltages that can cause serious personal injury. A defective  
power supply must be returned to your dealer.  
Safety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada  
! PELV (Protected Extra-Low Voltage) Integrity: To ensure the extra-low voltage  
integrity of the equipment, connect only equipment with mains-protected  
electrically-compatible circuits to the external ports.  
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! Remote Earths: To prevent electrical shock, connect all local (individual office)  
computers and computer support equipment to the same electrical circuit of the  
building wiring. If you are unsure, check the building wiring to avoid remote earth  
conditions.  
! Earth Bonding: For safe operation, only connect the equipment to a building supply  
that is in accordance with current wiring regulations in your country.  
Care and Handling  
Use the following guidelines to properly handle and care for your system.  
Protect the system from extremely low or high temperatures. Let  
the system warm (or cool) to room temperature before using it.  
Keep the system away from magnetic forces.  
Keep the system dry. Do not wash the system with a wet cloth or  
pour fluid into it.  
Protect the system from being bumped or dropped.  
Check the system for condensation. If condensation exists, allow it  
to evaporate before powering on the system.  
Keep the system away from dust, sand, and dirt.  
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1
Introduction  
! Introduction  
! System Rack Models  
! Configurator Assistant  
! 42U System Rack  
! Multi-Bay System Rack  
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Introduction  
The system rack is an attractive enclosure designed to store and protect your server  
components. The system rack allows you to integrate your server, monitor, and other  
components in one cabinet that may be installed in a limited amount of floor space in  
just about any location. Removable side walls and front and rear doors ensure easy  
access to all installed components, while a special locking system prevents  
unauthorized access.  
System Rack Models  
The system rack is available in three models: 42U, 36U and 27U. The only difference in  
the three models is the height of the rack. The size of each system rack is as follows:  
! Model 42U – 2000mm (78.7in) H x 600mm (23.6in) W x 1000m (39.4in) D.  
! Model 36U – 1800mm (70.9in) H x 600mm (23.6in) W x 1000m (39.4in) D.  
! Model 27U – 1400mm (55.1in) H x 600mm (23.6in) W x 1000m (39.4in) D.  
This guide contains the information necessary to install the 42U System Rack. The  
installation process for the 36U and 27U is similar to the 42U model.  
Express5800 Configuration Assistant  
The Express5800 Configurator Assistant is a software program that provides detailed  
technical information on building server configurations. This program is especially  
helpful when configuring systems that will be installed into a system rack. Contact your  
sales representative for more information on the Express5800 Configuration Assistant.  
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42U System Rack  
Figure 1-1 illustrates a typical 42U system rack enclosure, including the components  
that install into the rack. Table 1-1 lists and describes several system components  
installed in the system rack.  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
Figure 1-1. Typical 42U System Rack Enclosure  
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Table 1-1 lists the typical system rack components shown in Figure 1-1.  
Table 1-1. Typical System Rack Components  
Item  
Component  
Description  
A
Monitor (LCD)  
A monitor that serves as your standard output device.  
B
C
D
Monitor Tray  
Supports your monitor when installed in the rack.  
Standard input devices.  
Keyboard and Mouse  
Keyboard and Mouse Tray  
Supports your keyboard and mouse when installed in the  
rack.  
E
F
8-Port Concentrator  
Express5800 Server  
Disk Expansion Unit  
Allows you to connect a single keyboard, mouse, and  
monitor to up to eight servers  
Contains the Central Processing Unit (CPU), memory,  
disks, and other support hardware.  
G
H
Supports RAID configuration as well as disk expansion.  
Power Distribution Unit (not  
shown)  
If you are not using an Uninterruptible Power Source  
(UPS), AC power is distributed to system components  
through a Power Distribution Unit (PDU).  
High-performance,  
Provides clean, reliable AC power to rack components to  
line-interactive, Uninterruptible protect them from power blackouts, brownouts, swells,  
Power Source (UPS)  
sags, surges, and interference  
the UPS can be used together with APC™ PowerChute®  
plus software to automate power protection services to  
up to three Servers.  
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Multi-Bay System Rack  
System racks can be quickly and easily joined together to accommodate large server  
configurations as shown in Figure 1-2.  
Figure 1-2. Multi-Bay System Rack  
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Planning Your Site  
! Equipment Location  
! System Rack Placement  
! Air Conditioning  
! Electrical Facilities  
! Grounding Requirements  
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Equipment Location  
When planning your facilities, the following guidelines must be considered:  
! Does the allocated space allow for the proper installation of the  
equipment and the performance of operation and maintenance activities?  
! Are the environmental conditions suitable for reliable operation?  
! Is the construction of the floor appropriate for the weight of the  
equipment being installed?  
! Will the air conditioning maintain adequate temperature and humidity  
conditions for the equipment being installed?  
! Are the proper electrical facilities available and adequate for the  
equipment being installed?  
! Will future expansion be necessary or possible?  
To plan your facilities, you must know your system configuration.  
Space Requirements  
The system rack requires an area that can:  
! Accommodate the height of the cabinet, which is 78.7 inches, (2 meters).  
! Provide a clearance above the rack of 16 inches (400 mm).  
The space requirements of the area surrounding a single cabinet are given in  
Figure 2-1. Note that the overall width should be increased by 23.4 inches for  
each additional cabinet that is required by your system.  
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23.6" (600mm)  
23.6" (600mm)  
23.6" (600mm)  
39.4"  
(1000mm)  
39.4"  
41.0"  
(1000mm)  
(1041mm)  
26.3"  
(668mm)  
39.4"  
(1000mm)  
Figure 2-1. System Rack Space Requirements  
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Environmental Conditions  
The location should be examined for the following environmental hazards:  
! Dust - floating dust must be kept to no more than 0.3 mg/m3. Dust should  
be held to less than 0.15 mg/m3.  
! Radio Frequency (RF) - Normally, there is no need to worry about the  
effect of radio frequency interference on computer operations. In areas  
where strong waves are generated or where a high-frequency device is  
installed on the same floor as the server, radio frequency can affect the  
functionality of the system.  
! Magnetic Fields (MF) - Normally, there is no need to worry about the  
effect of magnetic fields on computer operations. If the server is installed  
near cables or transformers that permit the flow of high currents,  
functionality can be affected.  
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Floor Construction  
Aspects of floor construction, such as load capacity and construction materials,  
must be considered when installing one or more rack systems.  
Note: The rack supports up to 551.2 lbs. (250 kg).  
Use Table 2-1 to calculate the load that each rack of your system configuration  
places on the floor.  
Table 2-1. Equipment Weight  
Component  
Weight  
(approx.)  
Number  
Installed  
Total  
System Rack (42u)  
Express5800/120Ld  
253 lbs.  
(114.8Kg.)  
66.1 lbs.  
(30.0Kg.)  
Express5800/120Mc2  
Express5800/120Mc3  
Express5800/180Ra-7  
Express5800 ES1400  
Express5800 HX4500  
Express5800 HX4600  
Express5800 HV8600  
Express5800 LC1400  
Express5800 LS2400  
Express5800 MC2200  
Express5800 MC2400  
Express5800 MH4500  
3U Disk Expansion Unit (3UDEU)  
UPS  
66.1 lbs.  
(30.0Kg.)  
66.1 lbs.  
(30.0Kg.)  
165 lbs.  
(75.0Kg.)  
38.0 lbs.  
(17.2Kg.)  
207 lbs.  
(94.0Kg.)  
170 lbs.  
(77.0Kg.)  
165 lbs.  
(75.0Kg)  
65.0 lbs.  
(29.3Kg.)  
38.0 lbs.  
(17.2Kg.)  
65.0 lbs.  
(29.3Kg.)  
65.0 lbs.  
(29.3Kg.)  
99.2 lbs.  
(45.0Kg.)  
44 lbs.  
(20.0Kg)  
112.0 lbs.  
(50.8Kg.)  
PDU  
9.0 lbs.  
(4.08Kg.)  
Monitor  
Concentrator  
10 lbs.  
(4.5Kg.)  
Total  
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If you do not know the load capacity of your flooring, consult your building  
manager or an architect.  
In many instances the equipment is installed directly on the existing floor and  
interconnecting power cables are protected by cable covers.  
In other instances, raised floors – that form a double floor – are used. Some  
advantages of raised floors are:  
! Interconnecting cables can be routed under the raised floor.  
! Floorboards can be easily removed to facilitate installation of cables.  
! Adjustments can be made to air-conditioning ducts by cutting the floor as  
required.  
The height of the raised floor must be no less than 14 inches (350 mm) — at  
least 16 inches (400 mm) is recommended. The base floor must be dustproof to  
prevent it from producing dust due to weathering and the floor covering material  
should produce little dust.  
If a raised floor is used, continuity must be provided between the floorboards  
and support pillars. The insulation resistance between the floor surface and  
support pillars must be within the range of 106 to 1010 ohms.  
To prevent the build-up of static, an antistatic treatment can be applied to the  
floor to keep its surface insulation resistance to at least 106 to 1010 ohms. Do not  
expose any metal directly to the floor.  
When the surface insulation resistance is large, antistatic liquid can be applied  
or an antistatic mat can be used to eliminate any static charge.  
If you are going to install your system on a carpet in an ordinary business office,  
use an antistatic carpet that produces little dust.  
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System Rack Placement  
The system rack comes equipped with a front stabilizer that:  
! steadies the rack when you extend equipment for servicing, and  
! prevents creeping due to vibration.  
The stabilizer is predrilled to allow you to secure the system rack to the floor.  
Note: If preparing the area prior to the arrival of the  
system, review the power cable restrictions given in  
“Electrical Facilities” before setting any stabilizer anchors.  
Figure 2-2 gives the distance between anchoring holes when the stabilizer is  
attached to the system rack.  
17"  
22"  
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Figure 2-2. Distance Between Stabilizer Anchors  
If the rack is installed on a concrete floor, you can bolt the rack to the floor  
using 3/8" concrete drop-in anchors and 1½"-16 bolts.  
If you are installing your rack in an area with a raised floor, you can use  
concrete drop-in anchors and 3/8"-16 threaded rod with washers and nuts to  
secure the rack to the concrete beneath the raised floor. See Figure 2-3.  
Figure 2-3. Raised Floor Installation  
When you are installing your system on a wooden floor, you can use 1-3/4" 3/8"  
- 16 lag bolts as shown in Figure 2-4.  
Figure 2-4. Wooden Floor Installation  
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Air Conditioning  
A properly sized air conditioning system ensures stable and reliable operation of  
your servers by performing the following tasks:  
! cooling the system  
! preventing the generation of static charges  
! preventing the formation of corrosion causing condensation within the  
system.  
The system rack’s temperature and humidity requirements are listed in  
Table 2-2.  
Table 2-2. Temperature and Humidity Requirements  
Item  
Operating  
Non-operating  
Temperature  
16 - 30°C  
0 - 45°C  
Relative humidity  
40 - 70%  
10 - 80%  
(non-condensing)  
Temperature and humidity should be measured 19.5 inches (50cm) from the  
system and 3.3 ft (1m) above the floor.  
To satisfy temperature and humidity requirements, an air conditioner should be  
capable of heating, humidifying, and dehumidifying.  
Heat is needed to precisely control temperature, increase computer room  
temperature in winter to the system’s operating conditions, and to control  
humidity.  
Humidifying is required to combat low humidity, which allows static charges to  
build-up.  
If the system is operated in high-humidity conditions where condensation can  
occur, long term reliability may be affected.  
Cooling Capacity  
The cooling capacity of an air conditioner is determined by the following  
factors:  
! 90% of the total calorific value of the system (allowing for expansion)  
! calorific value from the ceiling, walls, and windows  
! calorific value generated by personnel  
! calorific value of lighting and additional machines  
! humidity control effects.  
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The air conditioner’s capacity must be larger than the sum of the above items.  
Use Table 2-3 to calculate calorific values – in BTUs.  
Table 2-3. Calculating Total Calorific Values  
Component  
BTU/hr  
Times Number  
Installed  
Equals  
Basic System Unit (typical)  
Disk Expansion Unit (typical)  
UPS  
2048  
853  
375  
Monitor  
8-Port Concentrator  
Total  
410  
Electrical Facilities  
Depending on whether data availability is critical to your application or not,  
when you configured your system, you chose either an uninterruptible power  
source or a power distribution unit to supply rack components with AC power.  
The AC supply lines required by each of these devices is specified in the  
following paragraphs.  
Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS)  
If you have purchased one or more UPSs to supply AC power to your system  
and your system is located in North America, each UPS requires a 3-wire  
30-Amp single-phase 120 Volt receptacle within six feet of the rear of the  
system rack. The UPS power cord comes equipped with a NEMA L5-30P power  
connector.  
If your system is located in Europe, it requires a 240 Volt receptacle. The UPS  
power cord comes equipped with an IEC-320-C20 power connector.  
Power Distribution Unit (PDU)  
If you have purchased one or more PDUs, each PDU requires a 3-wire 30-Amp  
single-phase 120 Volt (240 Volt in Europe) receptacle within 10 feet of the rear  
of the system rack. The UPS power cord comes equipped with a NEMA L5-30P  
power connector (US models).  
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Grounding Requirements  
The system rack must have a dedicated ground attached to the power  
distribution panel.  
The ground wire must have an earth resistance of 100 ohms or less and  
depending on your local electrical code, a thickness of 38 mm2 or more.  
A grounding cable (12 gauge) that attaches the rack to frame (earth) ground  
must be used.  
For safety reasons, ground connections are necessary for both power distribution  
systems and air conditioners.  
If it happens that the ground to the server and the safety ground must be shared,  
branch it near the grounding electrode.  
If a building structure such as a steel frame is used as a grounding electrode, use  
the main structural member closest to the building foundation.  
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Planning Your System Rack  
Configuration  
! Cabling Constraints  
! Cable Summary  
! Vertical Spacing  
! Configuration Guidelines  
! Calculating Load and Determining UPS On-Battery  
Run Time  
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This chapter helps you configure your system and determine the number of  
racks you will need for your system.  
When planning your configuration, you should consider the following  
guidelines:  
! Does the layout violate any cable constraints?  
! Is there enough rack space to accommodate all of the equipment that I  
have?  
Cabling Constraints  
When planning your system configuration you must consider the length of the  
cables that interconnect system components.  
If a Server without any additional options meets all of your current computing  
needs, you will only have to concern yourself with connections to your  
keyboard, mouse, monitor and your LAN.  
However, reviewing all the information in this section will allow you to  
configure your rack with future expansion in mind.  
Cable Summary  
Table 3-1 summarizes the cables that provide power and interconnect system  
components in the system rack. Additional information is provided in  
subsequent paragraphs and in option installation guides.  
Table 3-1. Cable Summary  
Cable  
Purpose  
Length  
UPS Power  
Cable  
Connects main AC power to your UPS.  
6 feet (1.8 meters)  
UPS Smart  
Cable(S)  
These cables connect your UPS – via Smart-UPS®  
cables – to a master server running PowerChute®  
plus software and two protected BSUs.  
6 feet (1.8 meters)  
Working together, these options execute a controlled,  
orderly shutdown of all connected Servers.  
PDU Power  
Cable  
If you did not purchase an UPS, this cable connects  
main AC power to your Power Distribution Unit  
(PDU).  
15 feet (4.57 meters)  
Keyboard,  
Mouse and  
Monitor Cables  
Connects your keyboard, mouse, and monitor to  
your:  
7 or 12 feet (2.13 or  
3.65 meters)  
depending on option  
chosen  
BSU or concentrator, and each BSU keyboard,  
mouse, and monitor port to your concentrator.  
Extension  
Cables  
You can use 12-foot extension cables to extend  
connections from your 8-port concentrator to your  
keyboard, mouse, and monitor.  
12 feet  
(3.65 meters)  
SCSI Bus  
Cables  
Connects RAID Controllers to DEUs  
Vendor specific  
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RAID Host Adapters use a SCSI cable that connects each Disk Expansion Unit  
to its RAID Host Adapter in the Basic System Unit. Cables are available in  
3.3-ft (1m) and 9.9-ft (3m) lengths.  
Concentrator Cable Lengths  
Cables for concentrator connections are available in 7-ft (2.1m) and 12-ft  
(3.7m) lengths.  
To accommodate the installation of the keyboard, mouse, and monitor on an  
external desktop, a 12-ft (3.7m) extension cable that allows you to achieve an  
overall cable length of 19-ft (5.8m) or 23-ft (7.3m) is available.  
NOTE: Extension cables should only be used between the keyboard, mouse,  
and monitor and the concentrator. They cannot be used between the concentrator  
and a BSU.  
Vertical Spacing  
Vertical measurements of rack components are given in Us. 1U is equal to 1.75  
inches.  
The total usable vertical space within a 42U rack is 42Us or 73.5 inches.  
Figure 3-1 illustrates the arrangement of rack mounting holes and their  
relationship to a U.  
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Table 3-2 lists the vertical space requirements for several Express5800 Server  
models and other rack components.  
Table 3-2. Vertical Space Requirements  
Rack Components  
Space Requirements  
(Approximate)  
Express5800/120Ld  
5U  
6U  
7U  
7U  
5U  
14U  
14U  
17U  
6U  
5U  
7U  
6U  
7U  
3U  
2U  
8.75” (22.23cm)  
10.5” (26.67cm)  
12.25” (31.12cm)  
12.25” (31.12cm)  
8.75” (22.23cm)  
24.5” (62.23cm)  
24.5” (62.23cm)  
29.75” (75.57cm)  
10.5” (26.67cm)  
8.75” (22.23cm)  
10.5” (26.67cm)  
10.5” (26.67cm)  
12.25” (31.12cm)  
5.25" (13.12cm)  
3.5" (8.75cm)  
Express5800/120Mc2  
Express5800/120Mc3  
Express5800/180Ra-7  
Express5800 ES1400  
Express5800 HX4500  
Express5800 HX4600  
Express5800 HV8600  
Express5800 LC1400  
Express5800 LS2400  
Express5800 MC2200  
Express5800 MC2400  
Express5800 MH4500  
Uninterruptible Power Source  
Power Distribution Unit*  
Disk Expansion Unit  
14" and 15" monitor with tray  
17" monitor with tray  
Keyboard and mouse with tray  
Concentrator  
3U  
10U  
11U  
2U  
1U  
1U  
2U  
3U  
6U  
8.9" (22.2cm)  
17.5" (43.75cm)  
19.25" (27.5cm)  
3.5" (8.75cm)  
1.75" (4.37cm)  
1.75" (4.37cm)  
3.5" (8.75cm)  
5.25" (13.12cm)  
8.72" (22.2cm)  
1U blank panel  
2U blank panel  
3U blank panel  
6U blank panel  
*The Power Distribution Unit may be installed behind filler panels, the monitor tray or the  
keyboard tray.  
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Configuration Guidelines  
When you configure a system, you should check your configuration to ensure  
compliance with the following guidelines:  
1. To improve rack stability when servicing system components, mount heavier  
items such as servers in the bottom of the rack. If your rack is a stand-alone  
unit and the rack is more than 75% filled with components, consider  
installing the optional side stabilizer kit.  
2. Each Model 42U Rack can contain up to 42U of components (1U is equal to  
1.75 inches). Models 36U and 27U contain up to 36U and 27U of  
components, respectively.  
3. The maximum Volt/Amps available from a single UPS is 3000VA (2250W).  
4. The maximum Volt/Amps available from a single PDU is 2880VA.  
5. The UPS should always be installed in the bottom of the rack.  
6. The UPS and its associated PowerChute® plus software can only support  
three servers per UPS, without purchasing an additional interface expander  
module and additional cables.  
7. If power distribution is provided by a PDU, the PDU is normally installed in  
the bottom of the rack. However, when rack space is at a premium, you can  
install the PDU directly behind the keyboard tray or the monitor tray.  
8. The keyboard can be no more than 5U from the BSU unless a concentrator  
or extension cables are purchased.  
9. If you are configuring the keyboard for use in a standing position, the  
recommended height is 18 to 20 U.  
The System Rack Configuration Worksheet, Table 3-3, may be used to calculate  
the space requirements for components you plan on installing into the rack.  
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Table 3-3. System Rack Configuration Worksheet  
Inches  
73.5  
71.75  
70  
Us  
42  
41  
40  
39  
38  
37  
36  
35  
34  
33  
32  
31  
30  
29  
28  
27  
26  
25  
24  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
17  
16  
15  
14  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
Component  
Notes  
68.25  
66.5  
64.75  
63  
61.25  
59.5  
57.75  
56  
54.25  
52.5  
50.75  
49  
47.25  
45.5  
43.75  
42  
40.25  
38.5  
36.75  
35  
33.25  
31.5  
29.75  
28  
26.25  
24.5  
22.75  
21  
19.25  
17.5  
15.75  
14  
8
12.25  
10.5  
8.75  
7
7
6
5
4
5.25  
3.5  
3
2
1.75  
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Calculating Load and Determining UPS  
On-Battery Run Time  
When you have chosen your configuration, you can use Table 3-4 and Table 3-5  
to determine the load on a single power source and how much run time your  
configuration can expect from your UPS in the event your main AC service is  
interrupted.  
To calculate the load and your on-battery run time, perform the following steps:  
1. Determine the total load placed on each power source. The maximum load  
you can place on a single power source is:  
Source  
Maximum Load  
UPS  
3000VA (2250W)  
PDU  
2880VA  
Table 3-4 provides Volt/Amp load values of system components and  
provides space to include other options.  
You can calculate Volt/Amps by multiplying a component’s voltage by its  
current requirement.  
Voltage * Amps = VA  
Or if your component’s power requirement is expressed in watts, multiply its  
wattage rating by 1.4.  
Watts * 1.4 = VA  
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Table 3-4. Determining the Load on a Single Power Source  
Times the  
Number of  
Systems  
Component  
Voltage  
Amps#  
VA  
Load  
Installed  
Express5800/120Ld  
120  
4.6  
552  
Express5800/120Mc2  
Express5800/120Mc3  
120  
120  
120  
9.0  
9.0  
5.1  
8.5  
6.0  
12.0  
10.5  
10.0  
9.0  
6.0  
9.0  
9.0  
10  
1080  
1080  
612  
Express5800/180Ra-7*  
Express5800/180Ra-7**  
1020  
720  
Express5800 ES1400  
Express5800 HX4500  
Express5800 HX4600  
Express5800 HV8600  
Express5800 LC1400  
Express5800 LS2400  
Express5800 MC2200  
Express5800 MC2400  
Express5800 MH4500  
3UDEU  
120  
120  
120  
120  
120  
120  
120  
120  
120  
1440  
1260  
1200  
1080  
720  
1080  
1080  
1200  
Port Concentrator  
Monitor  
100  
1
100  
Other  
Other  
Other  
* 4 Processors Installed  
** 8 Processors Installed  
# Absolute Maximum Ratings  
2. Add the individual loads you have listed in Table 3-4 to determine the total  
load on the power source.  
3. To determine the run time your UPS will provide your system during a  
power failure, use Table 3-5 to find your total load and its associated run  
time in minutes.  
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Table 3-5. Total Load Versus On-Battery Run Time  
Total Load  
Run Time in  
Minutes  
Total Load  
Run Time in  
Minutes  
50VA  
297  
258  
228  
183  
152  
128  
110  
96  
600VA  
54  
44  
36  
31  
26  
20  
16  
13  
10  
8
75VA  
700VA  
100VA  
150VA  
200VA  
250VA  
300VA  
350VA  
400VA  
450VA  
500VA  
550VA  
800VA  
900VA  
1000VA  
1200VA  
1400VA  
1600VA  
2000VA  
2200VA  
2500VA  
3000VA  
84  
75  
67  
7
60  
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Installing the System Rack  
! Introduction  
! Unpacking the System Rack and Components  
! Leveling the System Rack  
! Installing Rack Frame Link Kits  
! Attaching the Stabilizer to the System Rack  
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Introduction  
The steps required to prepare your rack are:  
! Unpack and inventory your rack and its system components.  
! Remove the doors and side panels from the rack to simplify the assembly  
of rack components.  
! Position and level the rack(s).  
! Install one or more rack frame link kits when assembling multi-rack  
systems.  
! Attach the front stabilizer when your rack is in its permanent location.  
What You Need  
In addition to the materials shipped to you and standard hand tools, you will  
need:  
! a level for leveling the rack and an adjustable wrench to lower and secure  
the leveling feet  
! an adjustable wrench or ratchet set to attach the stabilizer to the base of  
the rack  
! a #2 and #3 Phillips-head screwdriver to assemble rack-mounting  
hardware, and  
! if you are assembling a multi-rack system, you will need a six foot step-  
ladder  
!
WARNING  
It is strongly recommended that two people be present when  
assembling the rack and installing system components.  
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Unpacking the System Rack and Components  
Carefully unpack and verify the contents of each shipping carton. Be sure that  
you have all the hardware components and documentation.  
In addition to this guide, you also received installation guides for options that  
were ordered. Your Server User’s Guide contains information on installing your  
server into the rack.  
Note: It is important to save this documentation. It  
contains information that is valuable to both Field Service  
personnel and System Administrators. For example, the  
UPS Rack Mount Supplement describes how to replace and  
recycle the UPS battery.  
If you find anything damaged or missing, contact your local service  
representative.  
Your rack is shipped on a wooden pallet that includes an off-loading ramp. The  
rack is covered with corrugated cardboard and secured by plastic banding. See  
Figure 4-1  
To remove the rack from the pallet, perform these steps:  
1. Cut the banding and remove the corrugated cardboard.  
2. Lower the off-loading ramp.  
!
WARNING  
The weight of an empty system rack is 253 lbs. If you are not  
using professional riggers to place the rack in its permanent  
location, do not attempt to remove the rack from the pallet  
without adequate assistance.  
3. Roll the rack down the ramp to its permanent position.  
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Opening Front and Rear Doors  
The front and rear doors of the rack are secured by handles with keylocks. To  
open the door:  
1. Slide the handle release cover up to uncover the keylock and the handle  
release button. See Figure 4-2, A.  
2. Unlock the lock, if necessary (Figure 4-2, B). Depress the handle release  
button (key hole button). The door handle extends when unlatched.  
3. Rotate the handle (Figure 4-2, C) clockwise to open the door.  
A
B
C
Figure 4-2. Accessing Door Handles  
Inside the base of the rack, you will find a generous supply of mounting  
hardware – self-tapping screws, plated finish screws, black plastic washers and  
M6 cage-nuts.  
You can simplify the removal of the rack from the pallet as well as the system  
assembly process by removing the front and rear doors and dismantling the side  
panels.  
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If you are installing a multi-rack system you must remove adjacent side panels  
of racks prior to installing the rack frame link kit.  
Removing Rack Side Panels  
To remove the rack side panels:  
1. Remove the eight Phillips-head screws securing each side panel to the rack.  
See Figure 4-3.  
2. Lift the side panels out and away from the rack.  
Figure 4-3. Removing the Side Panels.  
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Leveling the System Rack  
When the rack is removed from the pallet and placed in its permanent location,  
you will extend the lifecycle of mechanical components by leveling the your  
rack.  
Before leveling the rack, position the rack to conform with the space  
requirements specified in Chapter 2 and verify that your power receptacle is  
within six feet of the rear of your rack. To level the rack:  
1. Lower the leveling foot located in each corner of the rack until they all make  
contact with the floor. See Figure 4-4  
Figure 4-4. Leveling Foot Adjustment  
2. Using your level, check the vertical and horizontal planes of the rack for  
level. Level your system rack by turning the adjusting nut on the top of each  
foot as needed.  
3. Secure each leveling foot by tightening the lock nut up against the  
underside of the rack.  
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Installing Rack Frame Link Kits  
This section describes how to assemble two or more racks into a multi-bayed  
system using the rack frame link kit. Figure 4-5 shows a linked multi-bayed  
system.  
Figure 4-5. Multi-Bayed Rack System  
What You Need  
In addition to the Rack Frame Link shown in Figure 4-6, you will need:  
! a #2 and #3 Phillips-head screwdriver to assemble the kit  
! a six foot step-ladder  
Figure 4-6. Rack Frame Link Kit  
!
WARNING  
It is strongly recommended that two people be present when  
assembling the rack and installing system components.  
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To install the rack frame link kit:  
1. Position the two rack cabinets next to each other as shown in Figure 4-7.  
Ensure the front of each rack is facing in the same direction.  
2. Position a link angle bracket in the upper front corner of the left cabinet and  
secure it to the cabinet with two Phillips-head screws. See Figure 4-7.  
3. Secure the remaining three link angle brackets to the other three corners of  
the left cabinet in the same manner.  
4. Move the right cabinet adjacent to the left cabinet so that the link angle  
brackets secured to the left cabinet protrude into the corners of the right  
cabinet.  
5. Secure the cabinets together with the Phillips-head screws supplied.  
Front  
Front  
Figure 4-7. Rack Frame Link Kit Installation  
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Attaching the Stabilizer to the System Rack  
After positioning and leveling the system rack, attach the stabilizer to the front  
of your rack using an adjustable wrench or ratchet. See Figure 4-8.  
Figure 4-8. Attaching the Front Stabilizers  
!
WARNING  
To ensure the stability of the rack during component  
installation, you must attach the front stabilizer prior to  
installing any system components.  
If you are securing the rack to the floor, do so now. See Chapter 2 – “Securing  
the System Rack” for details.  
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Installing Rack Components  
! Tools Required  
! Installing Rack Components  
! Installing the UPS  
! Installing a Power Distribution Unit  
! Installing a Keyboard Tray  
! Installing the Concentrator  
! Installing Blank Panels  
! Installing a Monitor Tray  
! Connecting the Console Monitor  
! Connecting Servers to the Concentrator  
! Installing Other System Rack Components  
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This chapter describes the installation of individual system components in a  
system rack. For the purpose of explanation, installation instructions are  
presented in the order required to install a typical configuration. See Table 5-1  
Table 5-1. Typical Configuration  
Inch  
Us  
System Rack  
Notes  
73.5  
71.75  
70  
42  
41  
40  
39  
38  
37  
36  
35  
34  
33  
32  
31  
30  
29  
28  
27  
26  
25  
24  
23  
22  
21  
20  
19  
18  
17  
16  
15  
14  
13  
12  
11  
10  
9
68.25  
66.5  
64.75  
63  
11U of space remains to  
accommodate up to a  
17 inch monitor.  
61.25  
59.5  
57.75  
56  
54.25  
52.5  
50.75  
49  
1U monitor tray  
6U blank panel  
3U blank panel  
47.25  
45.5  
43.75  
42  
40.25  
38.5  
36.75  
35  
1U port concentrator  
2U keyboard tray  
33.25  
31.5  
29.75  
28  
2U blank panel  
3U blank panel  
26.25  
24.5  
22.75  
21  
19.25  
17.5  
15.75  
14  
7U  
Basic System Unit  
8
12.25  
10.5  
8.75  
7
7
6
5
3U Disk Expansion Unit  
4
5.25  
3.5  
3
3U Uninterruptible  
Power  
2
1.75  
1
Source  
The exception to this process is the Power Distribution Unit (PDU), which is  
discussed as an alternative to the UPS that it immediately follows.  
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Tools Required  
In addition to the materials shipped to you and standard hand tools, you will  
need:  
! #2 and #3 Phillips-head screwdrivers to assemble rack-mounting  
hardware, and  
! a 3mm Allen wrench and 4mm nut driver to tighten the monitor tray  
mounting posts  
Installing Rack Components  
In general, the installation of a rack unit requires the:  
! Installation of cage-nuts at the rail locations used to secure the front  
bezel of a unit to the rack. Figure 5-1 shows a typical installation of the  
cage-nuts.  
! Installation of mounting hardware, usually chassis slide rails or  
L-brackets  
! Installation of the unit into its mounting hardware and then securing the  
unit to the rack  
! Connection of AC power and data cables  
Note: If using this document for an upgrade of existing  
equipment, be sure that all external cables connected to the  
system unit are disconnected before sliding the unit out from  
the rack.  
Figure 5-1. Installing Rack Hardware  
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Recommendations and Warnings  
Please adhere to the following recommendations and warnings when installing  
your rack system.  
! To improve rack stability when servicing system components, mount  
heavier items such as a UPS or server in the bottom of the rack.  
! If your rack is a stand-alone unit and the rack is more than 75% filled  
with components, consider installing the optional side stabilizer kit.  
Refer to Table 6-2 for the part number of the side stabilization kit.  
!
WARNING  
Two people are required when assembling the rack and  
installing system components into the rack.  
Installing the UPS  
This section describes how to install an Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS)  
into a system rack. See Figure 5-2.  
The Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS) is a high-performance, line-interactive  
supply that provides clean, reliable AC power to system rack components to  
protect them from power blackouts, brownouts, swells, sags, surges, and  
interference.  
Figure 5-2. Uninterruptible Power Source  
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Your UPS provides diagnostic and management features that include:  
! Scheduled server shutdowns  
! Interactive and scheduled battery testing  
! Detailed power quality logging  
! Real-time graphical displays showing  
UPS load  
utility line voltage  
battery voltage  
run time remaining  
These features are implemented for a single server (BSU) by connecting the  
server’s serial port to the UPS computer interface port and installing the  
PowerChute® plus software on the server (BSU).  
The System Administrator uses the PowerChute® plus graphical user interface to  
set up the operational parameters required by site policies.  
Additional servers installed in the same rack may be connected to the UPS  
when:  
! You install the Smart Slot™ UPS Interface Expander Unit into the UPS.  
! You connect the protected server’s serial port to the expander accessory  
unit using the simple signaling cables received with the Expander Unit  
Interface Kit.  
! The System Administrator installs PowerChute® Plus software on each  
protected server and uses the graphical user interface to set up the  
operational parameters required by site policies.  
Figure 5-8 illustrates the connections between the UPS, master server, and  
additional protected servers.  
This procedure summarizes the installation of a UPS in a system rack. For  
detailed information about:  
UPS  
Refer to:  
Features  
Uninterruptible Power Source User’s Manual  
UPS Interface Expander Unit  
Installation  
Interface Expander Unit User’s Manual  
This Rack User’s Manual  
Expander Unit Interface Kit  
PowerChute® plus  
Interface Kit User’s Manual  
PowerChute® plus User’s Guide  
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Installing the Interface Expander Accessory  
You can install the interface expander unit prior to installing the UPS in the  
rack.  
Note: Perform this procedure if you are connecting more  
than one server (BSU) to the UPS.  
To install the interface expander, perform the following steps:  
1. Using a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver, remove the two screws securing the  
top accessory slot cover on the back panel of the UPS. See Figure 5-3.  
Retain the screws for future use.  
Figure 5-3. Accessory Slot Location  
2. Position the interface expander unit to fit in the UPS accessory slot as shown  
in Figure 5-4.  
A
Figure 5-4. Installing the Interface Expander  
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3. Slide the interface expander all the way into the slot, until the end plate is  
flush with the back panel of the UPS.  
4. Secure the accessory with the two screws removed in Step 1.  
5. If the installation does not include PowerChute® plus software, review the  
following topics with the System Administrator:  
!
!
Configuration switch settings (Figure 5-4, A); see Section 7 of the UPS  
Interface Expander Accessory document, and  
Status Light; see Section 10 of the UPS Interface Expander Accessory  
document.  
Note: When installed and configured, PowerChute®  
plus  
software overrides UPS configuration switch settings.  
Installing the UPS  
To install the UPS:  
1. Install the four M6 cage-nuts that will secure the front of the UPS to the  
rack. Position the cage-nuts to align with the screw holes in the front bezel  
of the UPS. Use the template provided with the UPS.  
A
Figure 5-5. Installing M6 Cage-Nuts  
2. As illustrated in Figure 5-6, assemble the L-channel support brackets (A)  
and adjust the rails to span the depth of the rack.  
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C
B
Figure 5-6. Mounting UPS L-Channel Supports  
3. Secure the brackets to the rails with the washers and flat-head screws  
(Figure 5-6, C) provided with the UPS.  
Note: The ear of an L-channel support has two mounting  
screw holes.  
4. With the aid of another person, slide the UPS onto the L-channel supports  
and secure the UPS to the rack using the black plastic washers and plated  
finish screws provided with the rack.  
5. Connect the UPS battery. Refer to the documentation that you received with  
the UPS for details.  
6. Connect the UPS power cable to the AC power source. Refer the  
documentation provided with your UPS.  
7. Switch on the UPS to execute a self-test before connecting any system  
components. See the Installation and Operation section of the  
“Uninterruptible Power Source User’s Manual”.  
8. Check the Site Wiring Fault indicator. See Figure 5-7, C.  
If the indicator is illuminated, have a qualified electrician correct the  
building wiring. Faults can be caused by a missing ground, a hot and  
neutral polarity reversal, or an overloaded neutral circuit.  
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B.  
C.  
D.  
E.  
F.  
G.  
H.  
I.  
Basic Monitoring Port 1  
Basic Monitoring Port 2  
Site Wiring Fault Indicator  
Configuration Button  
Configuration LED  
Smart Monitoring Port for Master Server  
Configuration Switches  
Status Light  
Output Power Receptacles  
Figure 5-7. Location of UPS Rear Panel Components  
9. If you do not have a wiring fault, connect the ground lead of any transient  
voltage surge-suppression (TVSS) devices such as telephone and network  
line protectors. The TVSS connector provides grounding through the UPS’  
power cord ground conductor. This provides protection from damage from  
surges transmitted via network and phone cables.  
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Connecting Your Master and Protected servers (BSUs)  
To connect your master and protected servers, perform the following steps:  
1. As the installation progresses, connect the power cables from individual  
system components to the receptacles of the AC distribution panel located in  
the rear of the UPS. See Figure 5-8, F.  
2. Designate one server to be your master server and connect the black smart  
signaling cable (Figure 5-8, C) received with the PowerChute® plus option,  
between a server serial port and the UPS smart signaling port.  
3. On your configuration worksheet, note which server and serial port are  
connected as master. The System Administrator will need this information  
when loading and configuring PowerChute® plus software.  
4. Using the gray simple signaling cable (Figure 5-8, A) from the interface kit,  
connect the server(s) being protected to the basic monitoring ports 1 and 2 of  
the interface expander accessory.  
5. On your configuration worksheet, identify each protected server and its  
connection to the basic monitoring ports.  
6. Deliver the configuration worksheet to the System Administrator. This  
information is required to properly configure PowerChute® plus software.  
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C
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D
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A.  
B.  
C.  
D.  
E.  
F.  
Simple Signal Cables (Gray Cables)  
Master Server (BSU)  
Smart Cable (Black Cable)  
Protected Server (BSU) 1  
Protected Server (BSU) 2  
AC Distribution Panel  
Figure 5-8. Connecting Your Servers to the UPS  
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Installing a Power Distribution Unit  
If you are not using an Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS), AC power is  
distributed to system components through a Power Distribution Unit (PDU). See  
Figure 5-9.  
The PDU comes equipped with a 15-foot power cord and can be installed either  
in the bottom of the rack, or when rack space is at a premium, directly behind  
your keyboard tray. See your configuration work sheet to determine the location  
chosen for your PDU.  
Note: When you install a PDU behind a keyboard tray,  
the remaining workspace will be restricted. Therefore, it is  
recommended that keyboard, mouse, monitor, and  
connections to any port concentrator are completed before  
you install a PDU behind a keyboard tray.  
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A
E
B
C
A.  
B.  
C.  
D.  
E.  
Cage-nut  
Rack Vertical Rail, Left Rear  
PDU Mounting Screw and Washer  
Green Ground Strap  
Rack Vertical Rail, Right Rear  
Figure 5-9. Installing the Power Distribution Unit  
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To install your PDU:  
1. Place two cage-nuts (Figure 5-9,A) on each rail at the location you have  
chosen to mount your PDU.  
2. Secure the PDU to the rails using the black plastic washers and plated-finish  
screws (Figure 5-9, C).  
3. Using a self-tapping screw, connect the green ground strap  
(Figure 5-9, D) to the rail.  
4. Connect the AC power cord to the PDU.  
5. If you install your PDU behind the keyboard tray, midway up the rack rather  
than in the bottom of the rack, dress and secure the power cable to provide  
some strain relief to the cable connection.  
Installing a Keyboard Tray  
Note: Some keyboard tray models are front-mount only,  
and are secured only to the front rails. Your keyboard tray  
may not look like the model pictured in Figure 5-10.  
This section describes how to install a keyboard tray into a system rack.  
The keyboard tray provides you with:  
! a convenient work surface that stores your keyboard and mouse  
! a secured compact enclosure when your keyboard and mouse are not in  
use  
Rear Rails  
Front Rail  
A
B
C
Figure 5-10. Securing the Keyboard Tray  
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As shown in Figure 5-10, the keyboard tray is secured to the front and rear rails  
of the system rack in with cage-nuts, black plastic washers, and plated finish  
screws that came with the system rack.  
To install your keyboard tray:  
1. Using the longer set of screws (Figure 5-10, A) received with the keyboard  
tray, attach the two halves of each side rail together. The rear rail (Figure  
5-10, B) should be assembled to the outside, or closest to the rack rails.  
2. Adjust the length of the keyboard tray rails to fit between the front and rear  
vertical posts in the system rack.  
3. Place two cage-nuts (Figure 5-10, C) on each front and rear rail at the  
locations you have chosen to mount your keyboard tray.  
4. Secure the keyboard tray to the rails using the black plastic washers and  
plated-finish screws.  
Installing the Concentrator  
This section describes how to install a concentrator into a system rack.  
A concentrator allows you to use a single keyboard, mouse, and video display as  
a console monitor for up to eight servers (BSUs).  
You can install your console monitor either in your system rack or externally on  
a desktop. Cables for the concentrator connections are available in 7-ft and 12-ft  
lengths.  
A 12-ft extension cable allows you to achieve an overall cable length of 19-ft or  
24-ft in order to install the keyboard, mouse, and monitor on an external  
desktop.  
Note: Extension cables should only be used between the  
keyboard, mouse, monitor and the concentrator.  
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To install your concentrator:  
3. Using the longer set of screws (Figure 5-11, C) received with the  
concentrator, attach the two halves of the side rail together. The rear rail  
(Figure 5-11, B) should be assembled to the outside, or closest to the rack  
rails.  
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C
D
B
A.  
B.  
C.  
D.  
E.  
Concentrator  
Rear Concentrator Rail  
Concentrator Rail Screws  
Concentrator Mounting Screws  
Front Concentrator Rail  
Figure 5-11. Assembling the Concentrator Rails  
4. Adjust the length of the concentrator rails to fit between the outside of the  
front and rear vertical posts in the system rack.  
5. Attach the two side rails to the sides of the concentrator with the four shorter  
screws (Figure 5-11, D) received with the concentrator.  
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4. Install the supporting cage-nuts in the rail. See Figure 5-12.  
Figure 5-12. Installing the Port Concentrator  
5. Attach the side rails and concentrator to the system rack with plated finish  
screws and washers that you received with the system rack.  
Note: The concentrator connector panel should face the  
rear of the system rack and the blank panel should face the  
front of the system rack.  
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Installing Blank Panels  
This section describes how to install blank filler panels on the front of your  
system rack to give your rack a finished look.  
Blank filler panels are available in the following sizes:  
! 1U (1.75")  
! 2U (3.5")  
! 3U (5.25")  
! 6U (10.5").  
As shown in Figure 5-13, blank panels are attached to the front of the system  
rack with cage-nuts, black plastic washers, and the Phillips-head screws, that  
you received with the system rack.  
Right Front  
Left Front  
Figure 5-13. Installing a 1U Filler Panel  
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Installing a Monitor Tray  
This section describes how to install a monitor tray into a system rack. The  
monitor tray provides a convenient work surface for your video monitor.  
Perform the following steps to attach your monitor tray:  
1. Determine the location for the monitor tray.  
2. Install the four M6 cage-nuts that will secure the front of the monitor tray to  
the front rack rails. Position the cage-nuts to align with the screw holes in  
the front of the tray. See Figure 5-14, A.  
Rear Rails  
Front Rail  
A
B
Figure 5-14. Monitor Tray and Mounting Hardware  
3. Position the monitor tray inside the rack and secure the monitor tray to the  
rails using the black plastic washers and 3 plated-finish screws.  
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Connecting the Console Monitor  
Perform the following steps to connect the console monitor to the concentrator.  
1. The keyboard, mouse, and video display cables attach to the first group of  
connectors on the left of the concentrator when viewed from the rear. See  
Figure 5-15.  
2. The top-most connector is for the monitor (Figure 5-15, A). Below the  
monitor connector, connect the keyboard to the keyboard connector (K) and  
connect the mouse to the mouse connector (M).  
Note: If necessary, you can use 12-ft extension cables to  
achieve overall cable lengths of 19-ft or 24-ft to  
accommodate the placement of your console monitor on  
external desktop.  
One  
Two  
Three  
Four  
Five  
Six  
Seven  
Eight  
A
One  
Reset  
M
K
M
K
Figure 5-15. Connecting Cables to the Port Concentrator  
Connecting Servers (BSUs) to the Concentrator  
1. Connect the keyboard, mouse, and video display cable from each server to  
one of the concentrator connector groups labeled one through eight. See  
Figure 5-15.  
2. Attach the AC power cord to the receptacle located next to the power on/off  
switch on the right side of the concentrator when viewed from the rear.  
Connect the other end of this power cord to the PDU or UPS.  
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! Field Replaceable Units  
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This chapter helps you identify the Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) for the rack  
assembly. A list of available options for a rack system is also included in this  
chapter.  
Figure 6-1 illustrates the 42U Rack and includes numbered callouts that refer to  
the reference numbers listed in Table 6-1. Table 6-1 lists the part numbers for all  
rack assembly FRUs.  
1
3
2
4
5
6
19  
18  
Rear  
Front  
8
7
17  
16  
15  
Front View  
14  
Side View  
13  
12  
20  
9
21  
10  
11  
Rear View  
Figure 6-1. Field Replaceable Unit Locations  
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Field Replaceable Units  
Table 6-1 lists the Field Replaceable Units for the three rack models. Unless  
otherwise noted part numbers shown are for use in the United States and  
Europe.  
Table 6-1. Field Replaceable Units  
42U Rack Enclosure 36U Rack Enclosure 27U Rack Enclosure  
(AZA-4200) 2000mm (AZA-3600) 1800mm (AZA-2700) 1400mm  
x 600mm x 1000mm x 600mm x 1000mm x 600mm x 1000mm  
Number  
Reference Description  
1
Roof, Perforated  
247-01652-000  
247-01652-000  
247-01652-000  
2
Door, Front,  
247-01628-000  
247-01629-000  
247-01648-000  
Includes handle  
and lock insert  
3
Door, Front  
Handle  
247-01630-000  
247-01631-000  
247-01630-000  
247-01630-000  
4
5
Keylock Insert  
247-01631-000  
247-01645-000  
247-01631-000  
247-01651-000  
Rail, Front or rear 247-01638-000  
vertical 19”  
6
7
8
Rail, System  
chassis vertical  
247-01639-000  
(900mm)  
247-01646-000  
(700mm)  
247-01640-000  
(500mm)  
Rail, System  
chassis horizontal (900mm)  
247-01639-000  
247-01639-000  
(900mm)  
247-01639-000  
(900mm)  
Rail, System  
chassis vertical  
247-01640-000  
(500mm)  
247-01640-000  
(500mm)  
247-01647-000  
(300mm)  
9
Door, Rear  
247-01629-000  
247-01633-000  
247-01632-000  
247-01643-000  
247-01633-000  
247-01632-000  
247-01649-000  
247-01633-000  
247-01632-000  
10  
11  
Cross Mullion  
Panel, Solid  
partial  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Stabilizer, Front  
Base, Mobile  
Foot, Leveling  
247-01642-000  
247-01635-000  
247-01637-000  
247-01636-000  
247-01642-000  
247-01635-000  
247-01637-000  
247-01636-000  
247-01642-000  
247-01635-000  
247-01637-000  
247-01636-000  
Castor, 80mm  
swivel  
16  
UPS, Rackmount 148435-01  
3000VA 3U  
148435-01  
148435-01  
17  
18  
Panel, Side  
247-01634-000  
050-01628-000  
247-01644-000  
050-01628-000  
247-01650-000  
050-01628-000  
Kit  
Keyboard/Mouse  
Tray  
19  
20  
Rittal Monitor Tray 050-01636-000  
Kit  
050-01636-000  
250-01510-000  
050-01636-000  
250-01510-000  
Nuts, Captive  
250-01510-000  
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42U Rack Enclosure 36U Rack Enclosure 27U Rack Enclosure  
(AZA-4200) 2000mm (AZA-3600) 1800mm (AZA-2700) 1400mm  
x 600mm x 1000mm x 600mm x 1000mm x 600mm x 1000mm  
Reference Description  
Number  
21  
Rack Frame Link 050-01627-000  
050-01627-000  
6758130000  
050-01627-000  
6758130000  
Figure 5-11 8-port  
Concentrator  
6758130000  
Figure 5-11 8-port  
Concentrator  
Rack Mount Kit  
1451960000  
1451960000  
149068  
1451960000  
149068  
Figure 5-9  
Power Distribution 149068  
Unit, 120v,  
PT3500  
Rackmount  
Figure 5-11 UPS Interface  
Expander  
149576  
149576  
149576  
Figure 5-13 1u Blank Filler  
Panel Kit M/W  
050-01632-000  
050-01630-000  
050-01625-000  
050-01626-000  
6774270000  
070541  
050-01632-000  
050-01630-000  
050-01625-000  
050-01626-000  
6774270000  
070541  
050-01632-000  
050-01630-000  
050-01625-000  
050-01626-000  
6774270000  
070541  
2u Blank Filler  
Panel Kit M/W  
3u Blank Filler  
Panel Kit M/W  
6u Blank Filler  
Panel Kit M/W  
Rittal Side  
Stabilizer  
Server Cable  
Simple For UPS  
Cable Set, 12’  
0705390000  
0705390000  
0705390000  
Mouse/Video/Key  
board Extension  
Cable Set,  
Switchbox, 12  
Foot, Server To  
SW  
0706310000  
0705380000  
0706310000  
0705380000  
0706310000  
0705380000  
Cable Set,  
Switchbox, 7  
Foot, Server To  
SW  
Bracket,  
Combination  
247-01641-000  
250-01509-000  
247-01641-000  
250-01509-000  
247-01641-000  
250-01509-000  
Screws, Phillips  
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Options  
Table 6-2 lists the options available for your rack assembly. Contact your local  
representative for more information.  
Table 6-2. Options  
Part Number  
Description  
ACN-0011-00-00  
Cable Set, 12’ Mouse/Video/Keyboard Extension  
Cable Set, Switchbox, 12 Foot, Server To SW  
Cable Set, Switchbox, 7 Foot, Server To SW  
8-Port Switchbox For Servers  
ACN-0010-00-00  
ACN-0009-00-00  
AEX-8000-00-US  
AZA-4001-00-00  
AZA-4002-00-00  
AZA-4003-00-00  
AZA-4004-00-00  
AZA-4005-00-00  
AZA-4006-00-00  
AZA-4007-00-00  
AZA-3007-00-00  
AIB-0080-00-00  
AZA-4008-00-00  
ASP-0001-00-US  
ABA-3000-00-US  
Rack Frame Link Kit (links two racks together)  
1U Blank Filler Panel Kit M/W  
2U Blank Filler Panel Kit M/W  
3U Blank Filler Panel Kit M/W  
6U Blank Filler Panel Kit M/W  
Front Mount Monitor Tray Kit  
Keyboard/Mouse Tray Kit  
Non Swivel Keyboard Tray  
Slim Keyboard  
Side Stabilizer Kit (two side stabilizers)  
Power Strip,120v Pt3500 (PDU)  
Rack-mount 3000VA 3U RM (UPS)  
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Index  
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Air Conditioning, 2-9  
cooling capacity, 2-9  
Power Distribution Unit  
installing, 5-12  
requirements, 2-10  
B
Blank Panels  
installing, 5-17  
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Rack  
configuration guidelines, 3-6  
floor requirements, 2-5  
leveling, 4-7  
opening doors, 4-5  
space requirements, 2-2  
spacing components, 3-3  
unpacking, 4-3  
Rack Components  
installing, 5-3  
Rack Frame Link Kits  
installing, 4-8  
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Cable Restrictions  
RAID, 3-3  
Cable Summary, 3-2  
Cabling Constraints, 3-2  
Concentrator  
installing, 5-14  
Concentrator Cable Lengths, 3-3  
Configuration Assistant, 1-2  
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Rack Stabilizer  
installing, 4-10  
Electrical Facilities, 2-10  
Environmental Conditions, 2-4  
Equipment Location  
equipment, 2-2  
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Server  
master and protected, 5-10  
Side Panels  
removing, 4-6  
F
Field Replaceable Units, 6-3  
System  
G
configuring, 4-10  
System Rack Models  
Rack Models, 1-2  
System Rack Placement, 2-7  
System Rack, 42U, 1-3  
System Rack, Multi-Bay, 1-5  
Grounding Requirements, 2-11  
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Illustrated Parts Breakdown, 6-1  
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Keyboard Tray  
installing, 5-13  
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Typical Configuration, 5-2  
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Monitor  
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Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS, 2-10  
UPS  
installing, 5-4  
interface expander accessory, 5-6  
load calculation and battery run time, 3-8  
connecting.  
Monitor Tray  
installing.  
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Options, 6-5  
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