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Chapter 2 Rack Installation
2.2 Installing the Rails
This section provides information on installing the chassis into a rack unit with the rails
provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean that the assembly
procedure will differ slightly from the instructions provided. You should also refer to the
installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.
Note:
This rail will fit a
rack between 26.8" and 36.4" deep.
Identifying the Rails
The chassis package includes two rail assemblies. Each assembly consists of three sections:
An inner rail that secures directly to the chassis, an outer rail that secures to the rack, and
a middle rail which extends from the outer rail. These assemblies are specifically designed
for the left and right side of the chassis and labeled.
Figure 2-1. Identifying the Outer Rail, Middle Rail and Inner Rail
(Left Rail Assembly Shown)
Note:
Both front chassis rails and the rack rails have a locking tab, which serves two functions.
First, it locks the server into place when installed and pushed fully into the rack (its normal
operating position. In addition, these tabs lock the server in place when fully extended from
the rack. This prevents the server from coming completely out of the rack when pulled out
for servicing.
Inner Rail
Rail Assembly
(Shown with Rails
Retracted)
This Side Faces
Outward
Locking Tab
Middle Rail
Outer Rail
