Removing the server from the rack enclosure - (NF 8500R - Type 8681)


Removing the server from the rack enclosure

Before you begin:



To remove the server from the rack enclosure:
  1.  Refer to the rack enclosure documentation to gain front and rear access.
  2.  Shut down the server operating system and remove all media (diskettes, CDs, optical discs, or tapes) from  the drives.
  3.  Turn off the server and any attached devices.
  4.  Disconnect all power cords (cables) from the rack enclosure, the server, and electrical outlets.
  5.  Disconnect all communication cables from external receptacles.
  6.  Note the location of the remaining cables; then, disconnect all cables from the back of the server.
  7.  If the retaining screw -1- is installed on the server, remove it.

     
  8.  Release the left and right slide-latches -1- and move the server all the way out of the rack until both slide-rail assemblies lock.

    Note: When the server is moved all the way out so that the slide-rail assemblies are fully extended,  safety latches lock the rails in place.
     To release the safety latches, press them in toward the server.
     See step 2 for the location of the safety latches.

  9.  Locate the four server lift handles -2- that come with the server and attach two lift handles to each side of the server.  Make sure that the handles lock into place.

    1.  Press in on the sides of the lift handle near the tabs and insert the handle tabs into the slots on the side of the server.
    2.  Move the handle up in the slots until the hooked part of each tab is inside the server.
    3.  Release the pressure on the sides of the handle.

  10.  Remove the screws -3- that attach the server to each slide-rail assembly.
     

     

      -Caution- Use safe practices when lifting.

  11.  Carefully move the server away from the rack and off the slide-rail assemblies.


Note: Refer to IBM Netfinity Rack-to-Tower Conversion Kit Installation Instructions  for additional information on converting a rack model server to the optional tower configuration.

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