IBM System X Series User Manual

IBM
Rack Installation Instructions
Review the documentation that comes with your rack cabinet for safety and cabling information. When
installing your server in a rack cabinet, consider the following:
 Two or more people are required to install the device in a rack cabinet.
 You must have a NetBAY25, NetBAY42, NetBAY42 Enterprise, NetBAY22 with Rack Extension Kit,
Netfinity

9306 Model 900 with Rack Extension Kit, or similar rack cabinet.
 Ensure the room air temperature is below 35°C (95°F).
 Do not block any air vents, usually 15 cm (6 in.) of air space provides proper airflow.
 Plan the device installation starting from the bottom of the rack cabinet.
 Install the heaviest device in the bottom of the rack cabinet.
 Do not extend more than one device out of the rack cabinet at the same time.
 Remove the rack doors and side panels to provide easier access during installation.
 Connect all power cords to properly wired and grounded electrical outlets.
 Take precaution to prevent overloading the power outlets when you install multiple devices in a rack
cabinet.
You will need a flat-blade and a Phillips screwdriver during the installation. The following illustration
shows the items that you need to install the server in your rack cabinet. If any items are missing or
damaged, contact your place of purchase.
M4 screw
(10)
M3.5 thumbscrew
(1)
slide rail
(2)
(1)
cage-nut-insertion
tool
M6 screw
(16)
clip nut
(16)
cage nut
(16)
cable strap
(6)
cable-management
assembly
(1)
cable clamp
(10)
cable management
arm hinge plate
(1)
Chassis
support bracket (1)
Use safe practices when lifting.
18 kg (39.7 lb) 32 kg (70.5 lb) 55 kg (121.2 lb)
Do not place any object weighing more than
50 kg (110 lb) on top of rack-mounted
devices.
>50 kg (110 lb)
1

IBM System X Series Specifications

General

Product Type	Server
Series	System x
Form Factor	Rack, Tower, Blade
Processor Type	Intel Xeon
Memory Type	DDR3, DDR4
Memory Capacity	Up to several TB (depending on the specific model)
Storage Controller Type	SAS, SATA
Storage Options	HDD, SSD
RAID Levels	0, 1, 5, 6, 10
Power Supply Type	Redundant hot-swappable
Operating System Support	Windows Server, Linux, VMware
Networking	Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (depending on the specific model)
Management	IBM Integrated Management Module (IMM)

Summary

Rack Installation Instructions

Pre-Installation Safety and Guidelines

Important safety precautions and environmental considerations before installing a server in a rack cabinet.

Required Tools and Components

List of necessary tools and hardware components for rack server installation.

Slide Rail Installation

Rack Preparation and Rail Attachment

Steps for preparing the rack, installing cage nuts, and attaching slide rails to rack flanges.

Server Mounting and Securing

Positioning Server on Rails

Guide for positioning the server onto the installed slide rails and engaging release latches.

Securing Server and Cable Management

Instructions for securing the server with screws and attaching the cable management arm.

Finalizing Server Installation

Cable Management and Connections

Routing cables, connecting peripherals, and securing cables with clamps.

Completing Rack Integration

Cable Routing and Final Insertion

Routing cables through the management arm and performing the final rack insertion.

Chassis Support Bracket Installation

Installing the chassis support bracket for stability, especially if the rack is moved.