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Summary
This cabling best practices document was created to help the reader lay out and retain cables for the mainframe. This document includes information for both internal and external cables to assist in both the initial system installation, system upgrades as well as external connections. Here, internal cables are those considered to remain within the system’s confines while external cables are considered cables that leave a frame. To ensure system reliability and serviceability, the reader must follow the contents of this document. It serves as a supplement for the Installation Manual for Physical Planning (IMPP). For essential information including, but not limited to, safety notices, specifications, power requirements, and hardware management, refer to the IMPP. STP and Visio files are also available as visualization tools.
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Modified date:
06 June 2023
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ibm17001737