IBM System x3690 X5
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Rack options
The x3690 X5 is a 2U-high device (1U is one rack unit and is 1.75 inches). The MAX5 memory expansion
unit is an additional 1U high unit. Both are designed to be installed in standard 19-inch racks. Three slide
kits are available for use with the x3690 X5, as listed in the following table. Cable management arms are
optional but useful because they help prevent cables from becoming tangled and causing server
downtime. Available cable management arms are also listed.
Table 29. Rail kit options and cable management arms
Part
number
Feature
code
Description
Use
Rail kits
69Y2345
4786
IBM System x3690 X5 Ball Bearing Slide
Kit
Required if you plan to attach a MAX5 unit
None*
4178
Universal Slides Kit
Designed to fit telecommunications and
short racks
None*
6457
Friction Slide
A low cost rail kit
Cable management arms
69Y2346
6473
IBM CMA for Ball Bearing and Universal
Slides
Use with 69Y2345
69Y2344
6474
IBM System x3690 X5 2U Cable
Management Arm
Use with Universal Slides Kit
None*
6458
Friction CMA
Use with Friction Slide
* Available via special bid or CTO only
