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You might need to install a rack-mounted server. Use this procedure to perform this task.
To install the rack-mounted server, complete the following high-level tasks:
| Task | Where to find associated information |
|---|---|
| Check the prerequisites. | For more information, see Prerequisite for installing the IBM Power 750 (8408-E8D) and IBM PowerLinux 7R4 (8248-L4T). |
| Perform the inventory. | For more information, see Before you begin. |
| Verify that you have a rack. | You must first have a rack installed. If you do not have a rack installed, see Installing the rack. |
| Determine where you are going to install the rails and mark the location. | To determine and mark the location, see Attaching the mounting hardware to the rack. |
| Remove the system processor assembly. | To remove the system processor assembly, see Removing the system processor assembly. |
| Install the chassis lift handles. | To install the chassis lift handles, see Installing the chassis lift handles. |
| Attach the mounting hardware to the rack. | Use the rack mount template included with your shipment. |
| Install the system into the rack. | To install the system into the rack, see Installing the IBM Power 750 (8408-E8D) and IBM PowerLinux 7R4 (8248-L4T) system into the rack. |
| Replace the processor assembly. | To replace the processor assembly, see Replacing the system processor assembly. |
| Install the cable management bracket. | To install the cable management bracket, see Installing the cable-management bracket. |
| Connect your expansion
unit, disk drives, and PCI adapters, if applicable. Notes:
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For more information, see Enclosures and expansion units Disk drives , and PCI adapters for the 8408-E8D, or 9109-RMD. |
Cable the mouse, keyboard, and monitor, if required. |
For instructions, see Connecting the monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the system. |
| Cable the system and set up a console, interface, or terminal. | For instructions, see Cabling the server and setting up the console. |
| Connect the power cables to the system and apply power. | For instructions, see Connecting the power cables to the system. |
| Complete the server setup. | For instructions, see Completing the server setup. |
