Digital Equipment ER-PCSRA-IA User manual

DIGITAL Server Rackmount
Installation Guide
Part Number: ER-PCSRA-IA. E01
Digital Equipment Corporation

December 1997
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Contents
Preface
Introduction.................................................................................................................... vii
Related Material............................................................................................................. vii
Latest Product Information and Updates....................................................................... vii
Special Notices.............................................................................................................. viii
1
Unpacking and Moving the Rackmount
Before You Begin........................................................................................................... 1-1
Dimensions.................................................................................................................... 1-2
Rackmounts Available................................................................................................... 1-2
Torque Specifications .................................................................................................... 1-2
Unpacking...................................................................................................................... 1-3
Where to Unpack the Rackmount............................................................................. 1-3
How to Unpack the Rackmount ................................................................................ 1-4
Moving the Rackmount.................................................................................................. 1-6
Moving the Rackmount to the Final Site ................................................................... 1-6
Tilting the Rackmount ............................................................................................... 1-8
2
Typical Rackmount Configurations
Introduction.................................................................................................................... 2-1
“U” Requirements.......................................................................................................... 2-2
DIGITAL Server Rackmount Components.................................................................... 2-3
42U x 800mm Base Configuration with Shelving...................................................... 2-5
42U x 900mm Base Configuration............................................................................ 2-7

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Maximum Server Configuration..................................................................................... 2-9
DIGITAL Server 5100/5200 and 7100 ...................................................................... 2-10
DIGITAL Prioris XL Server........................................................................................ 2-12
DIGITAL Prioris LX Server........................................................................................ 2-14
DIGITAL Server 3100/3200 ...................................................................................... 2-16
DIGITAL Server 3100R/3200R and the 3300R......................................................... 2-18
DIGITAL Server 7100R............................................................................................. 2-20
3
Preparing the Rackmount
Introduction.................................................................................................................... 3-1
Required Tools .............................................................................................................. 3-1
Unlocking the Rackmount Front and Rear Doors.......................................................... 3-2
Removing the Rackmount Side Panels......................................................................... 3-4
Adding Side Panel Locks............................................................................................... 3-6
Removing the Standard Side Panel Retainer............................................................ 3-6
Adding the Side Panel Lock...................................................................................... 3-6
Installing Universal Shelves........................................................................................... 3-8
Adjusting Shelves (800mm Rackmount) ....................................................................... 3-13
Server Mounting Tray(s) Assembly............................................................................... 3-20
4
Mounting Server Components
Introduction.................................................................................................................... 4-1
Mounting the DIGITAL Server 5100/5200 and 7100..................................................... 4-2
Mounting the DIGITAL Prioris XL Server....................................................................... 4-5
Mounting the DIGITAL Prioris LX Server....................................................................... 4-8
Mounting the DIGITAL Server 7100R............................................................................ 4-12
Marking the Installation Area on the Rackmount ...................................................... 4-12
Assemble the Slide Mounting Brackets..................................................................... 4-14
Attaching Mounting Angles to the Rackmount.......................................................... 4-17
Attaching Slide Mounting Brackets to the Rackmount .............................................. 4-19
Inserting the DIGITAL Server 7100R into the Rackmount........................................ 4-21
Attaching the DIGITAL Server 7100R Cable Management Arm............................... 4-23

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Mounting the DIGITAL Server 3100R/3200R and the 3300R ....................................... 4-25
Marking the Installation Area on the Rackmount ...................................................... 4-25
Attaching the Server Slide Rail Guides..................................................................... 4-27
Assemble the Slide Mounting Brackets..................................................................... 4-28
Attaching Mounting Angles to the Rackmount.......................................................... 4-31
Attaching Mounting Brackets with Slides to the Rackmount..................................... 4-33
Inserting the DIGITAL Server 3100R/3200R and the 3300R into the Rackmount.... 4-35
Attaching the DIGITAL Server 3100R/3200R and 3300R Cable
Management Arm................................................................................................... 4-37
Mounting a Monitor, Console, or Keyboard (800mm Rackmount) ................................ 4-39
Mounting a Mouse Shelf (800mm Rackmount)............................................................. 4-41
Mouse Shelf Parts.................................................................................................... 4-42
Installing a Keyboard Drawer (900mm Rackmount)...................................................... 4-44
Mounting BA356 Storage Cabinets ............................................................................... 4-46
Mounting BA356 Storage Cabinets (Alternate Method)................................................. 4-50
Mounting RAID 310 Storage Cabinets........................................................................... 4-55
Installing a DIGITAL Server 3100/3200 Split Shelf........................................................ 4-59
Connecting Rackmount Bays Together......................................................................... 4-69
Installing the RAID 450 Storage Cabinet....................................................................... 4-72
Installing Blanking Panels.............................................................................................. 4-79
5
Connecting Components
Introduction.................................................................................................................... 5-1
Connecting the PS/2 Mouse Cable................................................................................ 5-2
Connecting the Video and Keyboard Cable................................................................... 5-4
Connecting A Remote MasterConsole (Single)............................................................. 5-6
Cable Kit MCPRMT16M for Single Remote MasterConsole (Remote)................ 5-6
Cable Kit MCPRMT16M for Single Remote MasterConsole (Local).................... 5-6
Connecting the Power Cords......................................................................................... 5-8
Cabinet Grounding......................................................................................................... 5-10
Connecting the Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse to a Console....................................... 5-13
Routing your Cables...................................................................................................... 5-14
6
Power Requirements
Introduction.................................................................................................................... 6-1
Power Ratings............................................................................................................... 6-2

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A
Rackmount Systems and Options List
Rackmount 900mm Enclosure (Base Configurations)................................................... A-1
Rackmount Mounting Options....................................................................................... A-2
Rackmount Shelf Options.............................................................................................. A-2
Rackmount Console Options......................................................................................... A-3
Rackmount Cable Options............................................................................................. A-3
Rackmount - Other Options........................................................................................... A-3
DIGITAL Server Mass Storage Devices........................................................................ A-4
Input/Output Devices..................................................................................................... A-4
Server Manager Platform Reset Cables........................................................................ A-5
Country Kits (Keyboard and Mouse) ............................................................................. A-5
Line Cord Kits................................................................................................................ A-6
UPS............................................................................................................................... A-6
Figures
1-1. Cutting the Bands and Removing the Plastic Bag............................................... 1-4
1-2. Pulling Down the Ramp....................................................................................... 1-5
1-3. Raising or Lowering the Leveling Feet................................................................. 1-6
1-4. Rolling the Rackmount Off the Pallet................................................................... 1-7
2-1. Basic Rackmount Components........................................................................... 2-4
2-2. 42U x 800mm Base Configuration with Shelving................................................. 2-6
2-3. 42U x 900mm Base Configuration ...................................................................... 2-8
2-4. Typical DIGITAL Server 5100/5200 and 7100 Rackmount Configuration........... 2-11
2-5. Typical DIGITAL Prioris XL Server Rackmount Configuration............................. 2-13
2-6. Typical DIGITAL Prioris LX Server Rackmount Configuration............................. 2-15
2-7. Typical DIGITAL Server 3100/3200 Rackmount Configuration........................... 2-17
2-8. Typical DIGITAL Server 3100R/3200R and the 3300R
Rackmount Configuration................................................................................. 2-19
2-9. Typical DIGITAL Server 7100R Rackmount Configuration ................................. 2-21
3-1. Opening the Rackmount Front and Rear Door.................................................... 3-3
3-2. Removing the Rackmount Side Panels............................................................... 3-5
3-3. Adding a Side Panel Lock.................................................................................... 3-7
3-4. Installing the Shelf Support Bracket (800mm Rackmount Shown)...................... 3-9
3-5. Installing the Sliding Rails.................................................................................... 3-11
3-6. Installing a Shelf .................................................................................................. 3-12
3-7. Removing the Cable Management Arm from the Shelf....................................... 3-14

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3-8. Removing the Shelf............................................................................................. 3-15
3-9. Removing the Sliding Rail.................................................................................... 3-17
3-10. Removing the Shelf Support Bracket .................................................................. 3-18
3-11. Cable Management Arm on the Rackmount....................................................... 3-19
3-12. Server Tray Mounting Kit..................................................................................... 3-20
3-13. Applying the Foam Mounting Tape...................................................................... 3-21
4-1. Attaching a DIGITAL Server 5100/5200 and 7100 Mounting Tray...................... 4-3
4-2. Installing a DIGITAL Server 5100/5200 and 7100 into the Rackmount............... 4-4
4-3. Attaching a DIGITAL Prioris XL Server Mounting Tray ....................................... 4-6
4-4. Installing a DIGITAL Prioris XL Server into the Rackmount ................................ 4-7
4-5. Attaching a DIGITAL Prioris LX Server Mounting Tray ....................................... 4-9
4-6. Installing a DIGITAL Prioris LX Server Server into the Rackmount..................... 4-11
4-7. Marking the Installation Area on the Rackmount................................................. 4-13
4-8. Attaching the Rear Mounting Bracket.................................................................. 4-15
4-9. Attaching the Front Mounting Bracket................................................................. 4-16
4-10. Attaching the Mounting Angles............................................................................ 4-18
4-11. Attaching the Slides to the Mounting Angles....................................................... 4-20
4-12. Attaching the Slide Rail Guides........................................................................... 4-21
4-13. Installing the DIGITAL Server 7100R.................................................................. 4-22
4-14. Attaching the DIGITAL Server 7100R Cable Management Arm......................... 4-24
4-15. Marking the Installation Area on the Rackmount................................................. 4-26
4-16. Attaching the Slide Rail Guides........................................................................... 4-27
4-17. Attaching the Rear Mounting Bracket.................................................................. 4-29
4-18. Attaching the Front Mounting Bracket................................................................. 4-30
4-19. Attaching the Mounting Angles............................................................................ 4-32
4-20. Attaching the Slides to the Mounting Angles....................................................... 4-34
4-21. Inserting the DIGITAL Server 3100R/3200R and 3300R into the Rackmount .... 4-36
4-22. Attaching the DIGITAL Server 3100R/3200R and 3300R Cable
Management Arm.............................................................................................. 4-38
4-23. Mounting a Monitor, Console, and Keyboard (800mm Rackmount) ................... 4-40
4-24. Mounting the Mouse Shelf (800mm)................................................................... 4-43
4-25. Installing the Keyboard Drawer............................................................................ 4-45
4-26. Attaching the 19-inch Mounting Angles and Chassis Support Rails.................... 4-47
4-27. Attaching a BA356 Storage Cabinet Mounting Bracket....................................... 4-48
4-28. Mounting a BA356 Storage Cabinet.................................................................... 4-49
4-29. Attaching the 19-inch Mounting Angles............................................................... 4-51
4-30. Attaching a BA356 Storage Cabinet Mounting Bracket....................................... 4-52
4-31. Attaching a BA356 Storage Cabinet Mounting Bracket....................................... 4-53
4-32. Mounting a BA356 Storage Cabinet.................................................................... 4-54

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4-33. RAID 310 Mounting Kit........................................................................................ 4-56
4-34. Mounting a RAID 310 Tray and Storage Cabinet................................................ 4-58
4-35. The DIGITAL Server 3100/3200 Split Shelf Kit.................................................... 4-60
4-36. Attach Screws to the Shelf Support Brackets...................................................... 4-62
4-37. Attach the Shelf Handles..................................................................................... 4-63
4-38. Attach the Split Shelf to the Brackets.................................................................. 4-64
4-39. Secure System Bar Brackets.............................................................................. 4-65
4-40. Attach Back Cable Management Arm................................................................. 4-66
4-41. Attach Bottom Brackets....................................................................................... 4-67
4-42. Attach Server to Tray .......................................................................................... 4-68
4-43. Rackmount Bay Connection Kit........................................................................... 4-69
4-44. Connecting Rackmounts Together...................................................................... 4-71
4-45. Attach Slide Attachments.................................................................................... 4-72
2-46. Attach Mounting Angles....................................................................................... 4-73
4-47. Front of Cabinet................................................................................................... 4-74
4-48. Rear of Cabinet................................................................................................... 4-75
4-49. Attach Slide Rails (Rear View)............................................................................. 4-76
4-50. Attach Slide Rails.................................................................................................. 4-77
4-51. Install a RAID 450 Storage Cabinet on Sliding Rails ........................................... 4-78
4-52. Blanking Panel Installation................................................................................... 4-79
5-1. Connecting the PS/2 Mouse Cable..................................................................... 5-3
5-2. Connecting the Video/Keyboard Cables.............................................................. 5-5
5-3. Connecting a Remote MasterConsole ................................................................ 5-7
5-4. Connecting Power Cords..................................................................................... 5-9
5-5. Cabinet Grounding Kit ......................................................................................... 5-11
5-6. Grounding the Cabinet ........................................................................................ 5-12
5-7. Connecting the Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse.................................................. 5-13
5-8. Rackmount Cable Routing................................................................................... 5-15

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Preface P
Introduction
This guide describes how to unpack the rackmount. It details the initial setup of the
rackmount and demonstrates how to install various hardware needed to create a
variety of rackmount server configurations. Information about installing various
server components are also included in this guide. The information presented will
help to familiarize you with all aspects of your rack and provide a reference tool for
questions you might have in the future.
Related Material
DIGITAL Server Maker
software is available to help design your server rackmount
system. Call DIGITAL or contact your local distributor for more information about this
service.
Latest Product Information and Updates
Technical support and product information are available on the Internet.
For product information, use the address:
http://www.windows.digital.com
For technical support, use the address:
http://www.windows.digital.com/support/support.asp

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Special Notices
Three kinds of special notices are used in this
Installation Guide
to emphasize
specific information.
WARNING: Indicates the presence of a hazard that can
cause personal injury if the hazard is not avoided.
CAUTION: Indicates the presence of a hazard that might
cause damage to hardware.
NOTES: Are used to provide additional information.

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Unpacking and Moving the Rackmount 1
Before You Begin
Select a suitable area for assembly and use. Make sure your workspace:
• Is free from excessive heat, dust, and direct sunlight
• Allows at least 30 inches of clearance at the rear of the unit and 60 inches at
the front of the unit
• Is in accordance with local and regional electrical regulations governing the
installation of Information Technology Equipment by licensed electricians
If you do not wish to configure or install your servers into the rackmount yourself,
contact DIGITAL Customer Service or your authorized service provider.
WARNING: Never move a fully loaded rackmount. Servers
and related components must be installed at the final server
installation site.

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Dimensions
Description 800mm x 42U 900mm x 42U
Width 61 cm (24 in.) 61 cm (24 in.)
Height 213.4 cm (84 in.) 213.4 cm (84 in.)
Depth 81.3 cm (32 in.) 90 cm (35.43 in.)
Weight (with four shelves) 179.6 kg (396 lb)
Weight (with two shelves) 159.1 kg (350 lb)
Rackmounts Available
There are two rackmounts available:
• 42U 800mm
• 42U 900mm
NOTE: Although the rackmounts vary in depth, the assembly
is the same for each.
Torque Specifications
CAUTION: Make sure that the shelf mounting bolts are
tightened to a torque value of 4.2 N.m (38 in.-lbs) prior to
loading shelves to prevent slippage. The shelf capacity is
40 kg (90 lbs) using this torque value.
Description Imperial S.I.
U-nut for shelves 38 in.-lbs 4.2 N.m
M5 35 in.-lbs 4.0 N.m
M6 60 in.-lbs 6.9 N.m

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Unpacking
The following sections describe where and how to unpack the rackmount.
Where to Unpack the Rackmount
Where you unpack the rackmount is dependent upon whether or not your facility has
adequate door clearance to move it to the site without tilting it. If your facility has
adequate door clearance, use a forklift to move the rackmount to the site before
removing the packing material and rolling it off the pallet. If not, it is recommended
that you remove the packing material and then roll it off the pallet at the receiving
dock.
WARNING: Use extreme care when lifting, unpacking, and
moving the rackmount. Due to its height and weight,
appropriate equipment is required to lift, unpack, and move it.
Failure to use sufficient man power might violate certain safety
regulations and can result in severe personal injury or
equipment damage.

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How to Unpack the Rackmount
To unpack the rackmount:
1. Remove the four corrugated corners, and then the plastic bag from the
rackmount (see Figure 1-1). We recommend saving the packing material in
case the unit needs to be repacked at a later date.
2. The 800mm rackmount is banded to the skid. The bands must be cut to
remove the rackmount from the skid. The 900mm rackmount is bolted to
the skid. The bolts must be removed prior to removing the rackmount from
the skid.
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Figure 1-1. Cutting the Bands and Removing the Plastic Bag

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3. Pull down the hinged ramp and place it on the floor (see Figure 1-2).
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Figure 1-2. Pulling Down the Ramp

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Moving the Rackmount
The following sections describe how to move the rackmount, raise and lower the
leveling feet, and tilt the rackmount.
Moving the Rackmount to the Final Site
The rackmount is equipped with rollers so it can be easily moved to the site.
However, before moving the rackmount you must first raise the leveling feet to allow
free movement of the rollers. To raise the feet:
1. Using a wrench, raise the leveling feet (turn the leveling feet
counterclockwise).
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Figure 1-3. Raising or Lowering the Leveling Feet

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2. Using at least two people, carefully roll the rackmount off the pallet (see
Figure 1-4).
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Figure 1-4. Rolling the Rackmount Off the Pallet

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3. Roll the rackmount to the site.
4. Using a wrench, lower the leveling feet (turn the leveling feet clockwise).
CAUTION: Make sure the rackmount is level and that its full
weight rests on the leveling feet and not the rollers.
Tilting the Rackmount
If the rackmount must be tilted to gain access through a door, it is recommended that
it be tilted backward to keep the shelves from sliding against the front door.
WARNING: If the unit is going to be tilted, it must be empty
except for the shelves. To prevent the shelves from hitting
the front door, tilt the unit backward.
Use extreme care when tilting the rackmount. Due to its height
and weight, sufficient man power is required to tilt it. Failure
to use sufficient man power might violate certain safety
regulations and can result in severe personal injury or
equipment damage.

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Typical Rackmount Configurations 2
Introduction
This chapter provides typical rackmount configurations for the complete line of
DIGITAL Servers. These typical configurations portray basic rackmount and shelf
rackmount configurations. Your specific configuration might differ.
NOTE: All measurements in the following sections are in
units of “U.” “U” is an empirical measurement equal to 1.75
inches (44.45mm). When configuring your rackmount, the
total number of installed components (servers, monitor,
shelves, etc.) cannot exceed 42U.

Typical Rackmount Configurations
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“U” Requirements
Component “U” Measurement
DIGITAL Server Rackmount 42
DIGITAL Server 3100/3200 14
DIGITAL Server 3100R/3200R 5
DIGITAL Server 3300R 5
DIGITAL Server 5100/5200 8.5
DIGITAL Server 7100 8.5
DIGITAL Server 7100R 7
DIGITAL Prioris XL Server 4.5
DIGITAL Prioris LX Server 4
BA356 storage cabinet 4
RAID 310 storage cabinet 5.5
RAID 450 storage cabinet 17
14-inch monitor 9
15-inch monitor 9.5
Universal shelf 1(1)
Console 1.5
Keyboard shelf (900mm) 1
(1) The universal shelf is 1U high. However, it includes a cable management arm that rises 2.2U above the top of
the shelf. If a device mounted on the shelf measures less than 2.2U (keyboard, mouse, etc.), then a
measurement of 3.5U must be allocated for the shelf and the device.