Compaq AlphaServer ES40 Operating and maintenance instructions

AlphaServer ES40
Rackmount System Installation Guide
Order Number: EK–ES240–RG. B01
This guide is for service providers and self-maintenance
customers who are installing an AlphaServer ES40 system
into an M-Series cabinet.

First Printing, April 1999
Revised, May 1999
The information in this publication is subject to change without notice.
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Office. Tru64 is a trademark of Compaq Computer Corporation. AlphaServer and
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Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause
radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen
können bei Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der
Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist.

Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce
produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à
l'utilisateur de prendre les mesures spécifiques appropriées.
FCC Notice: This equipment generates, uses, and may emit radio frequency energy.
The equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such radio frequency interference.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case
the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be required
to correct the interference.
Any modifications to this device—unless expressly approved by the manufacturer—can
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment under part 15 of the FCC rules.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Installing a System into a Cabinet
1.1 Shipment Contents 2
1.2 Attaching Mounting Brackets to the System 4
1.3 Marking the Cabinet Installation Area 6
1.4 Preparing the Cabinet 8
1.5 Attaching Slides 10
1.6 Stabilizing the Cabinet 12
1.7 Installing the System 14
1.8 Installing the Interlock System 16
1.9 Installing the Cable Management Arm 18
1.10 Dressing the Cables 20
1.11 Attaching the Front Bezel 22

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Preface
Intended Audience
This manual is for service providers or self-maintenance customers who are
installing a Compaq AlphaServer ES40 system into an AlphaServer M-Series
cabinet.
Document Structure
This manual uses a structured documentation design. Topics are organized into
small sections, consisting of two facing pages. Topics begin with an abstract
that provides an overview of the section, followed by an illustration. The facing
page contains procedures.
Description
This document gives instructions for installing an AlphaServer ES40 system
into one of the following AlphaServer M-Series cabinets:
•H9A10 M-Series Medium Cabinet
•H9A15 M-Series Tall Cabinet
If you are using a different cabinet, install rack stabilizing feet or provide other
means to stabilize the cabinet before installing a system.

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A cardboard template is included in your shipment for marking the holes where
you will be mounting hardware. If you do not have the template, use the H9A10
or H9A15 M-Series documentation, listed in Table 1, to determine the mounting
holes. The M-Series documentation also provides configuration rules.
Additional information on the AlphaServer M-Series cabinets is available on the
World Wide Web:
http://www.digital.com/alphaserver/products/m-series.html
Table 1 Compaq AlphaServer ES40 Documentation
Title Order Number
User Documentation Kit
Owner’s Guide
User Interface Guide
Basic Installation
Release Notes
Documentation CD (6 languages)
QZ-01BAA-GZ
EK-ES240-UG
EK-ES240-UI
EK-ES240-PD
EK-ES240-RN
AG-RF9HA-BE
Maintenance Kit
Service Guide
Service Guide HTML Diskette
Illustrated Parts Breakdown
QZ-01BAB-GZ
EK-ES240-SV
AK-RFXDA-CA
EK-ES240-IP
Loose Piece Items
Rackmount Installation Guide
Rackmount Installation Template EK-ES240-RG
EK-ES4RM-TP
Cabinet Documentation
H9A10 M-Series Cabinet Interconnect
H9A10 M-Series Cabinet Configurations
H9A10 M-Series Cabinet Illustrated Parts Breakdown
H9A15 M-Series Cabinet Interconnect
H9A15 M-Series Cabinet Configurations
H9A15 M-Series Cabinet Illustrated Parts Breakdown
B-IC-H9A10-5-DBM
B-IB-H9A10-5-DBM
EK-H9A10-IP
B-IC-H9A15-5-DBM
B-IB-H9A15-5-DBM
EK-H9A15-IP

Installing a System into a Cabinet 1
Chapter 1
Installing a System into a Cabinet
This chapter gives procedures for installing an AlphaServer ES40 rackmount
system into a cabinet.
WARNING: The system is very heavy. Do not attempt to lift it
manually. Use a material lift or other mechanical device to lift
the system. At least two people are required to perform the
installation.
You need the following tools for the installation:
#2 Phillips screwdriver
5/16-inch hex socket
Extension bar for socket
5/64-inch Allen head wrench
2.5 mm Allen head wrench
Material lift or lift table

2 Compaq AlphaServer ES40 Rackmount System Installation Guide
1.1 Shipment Contents
Remove the accessories box, then lift the cardboard from the system.
WARNING: Use a material lift or other mechanical device to
move the system to the work area.
Figure 1–1 Unpacking the System
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