Open and hold the rear latch to disengage the rear end of the rail.
Remove the rail from the rear mounting flanges.
After you finish
Install a replacement unit. See the instructions in Rail Installation Guide that comes with the rail kit. For more
information, see
ThinkSystem rack server rail options.
Install the rails to the rack
Follow the instructions in this section to install the rails to the rack.
•
“Install the rails to the rack (friction rail)” on page 77
• “Install the rails to the rack (slide rail)” on page 79
Install the rails to the rack (friction rail)
Follow instructions in this section to install ThinkSystem Toolless Friction Rail Kit V4 to the rack.
S036
18 - 32 kg (39 - 70 lb) 32 - 55 kg (70 - 121 lb)
CAUTION:
Use safe practices when lifting.
R006
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.
CAUTION:
• Potential stability hazards exist. The rack might tip over and cause serious personal injury.
• Before extending the rack to the installation position, read the “Installation Guidelines” on page 57.
Do not put any load on the slide-rail mounted equipment in the installation position. Do not leave
the slide-rail mounted equipment in the installation position.
About this task
Attention:
• Read “Installation Guidelines” on page 57 and “Safety inspection checklist” on page 58 to ensure that you
work safely.
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