Connecting the Server Cables 55
Connecting the Server Cables
These tasks describe how to connect and configure the network and serial ports before you
attempt to boot the server.
Step Description Links
1. Review the cabling requirements. “Cabling Requirements” on page 55
2. Review the front and rear panel connectors and ports. “Front Panel Components” on page 13
“Rear Panel Components” on page 14
“Identifying Ports” on page 57
3. Connect the management and data cables. “Connecting Data and Management
Cables” on page 61
4. Secure the cables with the CMA. “Secure Cables Using the CMA” on page 64
Related Information
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“Understanding the Server”
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“Rear Panel Components” on page 14
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“Installing the Server”
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“Powering On the Server for the First Time”
Cabling Requirements
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Minimum cable connections for the server:
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At least one server on-board Ethernet network connection (NET port)
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Serial management port (SER MGT port): SP local connection with OBP output
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Network management port (NET MGT port): SP remote connection without OBP output
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Power cables for the server power supplies
Note - To ensure full N+1 power redundancy, connect the power cables to two separate
power sources wired to separate circuits.
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