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5.4 Racks
In this section, we describe installing NeXtScale System in the IBM 42U 1100mm
Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack because this is the rack that is used in our
Intelligent Cluster solution. It is also the rack we recommend for NeXtScale
System implementations. Examples of several best practices also are described.
Further considerations for installing NeXtScale System servers in other racks are
covered, and other rack options are also described.
5.4.1 The IBM 42U 1100mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack
The IBM 42U 1100mm Enterprise V2 Dynamic Rack is IBM’s premier open
systems server rack. The word
dynamic in the name means that it is shipped with
equipment installed. As shown in Figure 5-4, it comes with removable outriggers
to prevent it from tipping when it is moved with equipment in it.
Figure 5-4 Outrigger removal or attachment