(Rev. 11/3/98) FILE LOCATION: C:\Dell\docs\2450\2post\81HFFfc0.fm ™ Dell™ PowerEdge™ 2450 Systems TWO-POST RACK INSTALLATION www.dell.
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(Rev. 11/3/98) FILE LOCATION: C:\Dell\docs\2450\2post\81HFFts0.fm Dell™ PowerEdge™ 2450 Systems Two-Post Rack Installation This document provides instructions for installing a Dell PowerEdge 2450 system in a two-post open-frame relay rack, such as those found in telecommunications equipment facilities.
(Rev. 11/3/98) FILE LOCATION: C:\Dell\docs\2450\2post\81HFFts0.fm tray assembly 12-24 x 0.5 inch pan-head screw Figure 1. Rack Kit Contents Recommended Tools You need the following tools and equipment to install the system in a two-post openframe relay rack: • • #2 Phillips screwdriver Masking tape and/or felt-tip marker pen, for use in marking the mounting holes to be used Marking the Rack 1. Determine where you want to place the bottom of the 2-U support tray. 2.
(Rev. 11/3/98) FILE LOCATION: C:\Dell\docs\2450\2post\81HFFts0.fm 3.5 inches (2 U) 1.75 inch (1 U) Figure 2. Two-Post Open-Frame Relay Rack 1-U Hole Spacing Installing the Support Tray in the Rack CAUTION: The 2-U support tray is designed to support a single PowerEdge 2450 system. Do not attempt to install any other system in this support tray. Damage to the system and personal injury may result. 1.
(Rev. 11/3/98) FILE LOCATION: C:\Dell\docs\2450\2post\81HFFts0.fm 12-24 x 0.5 inch screws (4) Figure 3. Installing the Support Tray in the Rack Installing the System in the Rack CAUTION: Due to the size and weight of the computer system, never attempt to install the computer system by yourself. 1. If your system has an optional plastic bezel, remove it (see the Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions). 2. Lift the system into position on the support tray. 3.
(Rev. 11/3/98) FILE LOCATION: C:\Dell\docs\2450\2post\81HFFts0.fm captive fasteners Figure 4. Securing the Computer System in the Rack 4. Attach the front bezel, if one is available, to the system (see the Installation and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions). This completes the two-post rack installation. DELL CONFIDENTIAL - Preliminary support.dell.
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