Apple XSERVE G5 User Manual
Xserve G5
User’s Guide
Includes setup, expansion, and hardware
specifications for Xserve G5
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Contents
Preface 7 Introducing Xserve G5
Chapter 1 9 Xserve G5 Overview
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Your Server at a Glance—Front Panel
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Your Server at a Glance—Back Panel
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Your Server at a Glance—Interior
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Your Cluster Node Server at a Glance
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Your Server at a Glance—Mounting Hardware
Chapter 2 21 Preparing to Install Your Server
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Guidelines for Server Installation
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Choose the Server’s Position in a Rack
Electrical Power
Operating Environment
Rack Stability
Considerations for Cables
Security
Chapter 3 25 Installing Your Server in a Rack
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Getting Ready to Install
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Determine the Position for the Server in the Rack
Preparing the Server for Installation
Installing the Server in a Four-Post Rack or Cabinet
Place the Server in the Rack
Install the Cable-Management Arm and Cables
Installing the Server in a Short Four-Post Rack
Place the Server in the Rack
Installing the Server in a Two-Post (Telco) Rack
Connect Cables Directly to the Server
Disconnecting Cables From the Server’s Back Panel
Preparing the Server for Software Setup
Chapter 4 57 Using Your Server
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Starting Up the Server
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Monitoring Status Lights and Other Indicators on the Server
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Working With Advanced Network Services
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Setting Up a Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
Enabling Jumbo Ethernet Frames
Controlling Access to a Connected Keyboard and Mouse
Working With an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Changing the System Language
Shutting Down the System Remotely
If the Server Has a Problem
What to Do If . . .
Entering Firmware Boot Commands From the System’s Front Panel
Chapter 5 65 Updating or Installing Software on Xserve G5 Systems
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Installing or Restoring Software on Your Xserve G5 System
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Using a Second Xserve G5 System to Install Server Software
Starting Up From an External FireWire Optical Drive
Connecting Another Mac With the Xserve G5 System in Target Disk Mode
Installing and Restoring From a Network Server
Chapter 6 69 Installing or Replacing Server Components
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Installing or Replacing an Apple Drive Module
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Opening and Closing the Server
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Adding Memory
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Installing a PCI-X Card or PCI Card
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About PCI-X Cards for the Server
Installing a PCI-X Card or PCI Card
Replacing the Battery
Appendix A 85 Specifications
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Processor and Memory Specifications
Dimensions and Operating Environment
Optical Drive Specifications
Ethernet Specifications
FireWire Specifications
USB Specifications
Serial Port Specifications
Power Supply
Power Requirements for Devices You Can Connect
System Clock and Battery
Appendix B 89 Safety, Maintenance, and Ergonomics
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Important Safety Information
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Handling Your Computer Equipment
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Protecting Your Optical Drive
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Power Supply
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Cleaning Your Equipment
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Cleaning the Server’s Case
Apple and the Environment
For More Information
Health-Related Information About Computer Use
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Introducing Xserve G5
Congratulations on purchasing your new server. This
product is designed to be mounted in a rack. Once the
server is installed in the rack, an administrator or other
user can slide it open from the front to exchange or add
components.
Among the distinctive hardware features of the server are:
One or two G5 processors, with 256 kilobytes (K) of level 2 cache
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Up to 8 gigabytes (GB) of DDR Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory
(SDRAM)
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Three Apple Drive Module bays, supporting up to three hot-pluggable hard disks,
accessible from the front, with status and activity lights
Front panel with slot-loading optical drive (standard model), LED status lights, power
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and system identifier buttons and lights, FireWire 400 port, and security lock for the
enclosure
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Back panel with two Gigabit Ethernet ports (auto-negotiating 10/100/1000 megabits
per second), two FireWire 800 ports, two USB ports, and serial port that supports RS232-compatible connection
Cable-management arm so that you can open the unit without disconnecting cables
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Two internal expansion slots for PCI-X cards
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Fault-sensing operation with sensors to detect internal temperature, fan array status
or failure, power status or failure, and open enclosure
Preface
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Among the services included with the Mac OS X Server standard configuration are:
File and print services for Macintosh, Windows, and UNIX clients
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High-performance Apache web server, with integrated WebDAV and SSL
World Wide Web application deployment platform
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QuickTime Streaming Server
IP filtering, DHCP, DNS, and SLP networking services
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Directory services
Mail service
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NetBoot server for Macintosh client computers that can start up from a server
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Tools for remote server configuration and monitoring
For detailed information about Mac OS X Server and instructions for using it with
Xserve G5, see the other documentation that came with the server. The booklet
G5 Quick Start
provides an overview of those materials and their contents.
Xserve
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Introducing Xserve G5
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Xserve G5 Overview
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This chapter introduces the key components of your
Xserve G5 system. Both the fully configured server and
the “cluster node” system are summarized here.
The illustrations on the pages that follow provide a reference for the server. Depending
on the configuration of your server, it may look slightly different from the illustrations
shown here.
See Chapter 2, “Preparing to Install Your Server,” on page 21 for suggestions on
planning the operating environment for the server and where to mount it in a rack.
See Chapter 3, “Installing Your Server in a Rack,” on page 25 for details on the mounting
hardware and the server’s enclosure and components.
See Chapter 4, “Using Your Server,” on page 57 for details on monitoring the lights and
other indicators on the server’s front and back panels.
See Chapter 5, “Updating or Installing Software on Xserve G5 Systems,” on page 65 for
information about updating or installing software on your server.
See Chapter 6, “Installing or Replacing Server Components,” on page 69 for details on
working with the drive modules and internal components of the server.
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Your Server at a Glance—Front Panel
FireWire 400 port
System identifier
button/light
Enclosure lock
and status light
On/standby button and light
Securing thumbscrews (2) Drive module status lightDrive module activity light
Built-in Ethernet link light (Port 2) System activity lights
Built-in Ethernet link light (Port 1)
Optical drive
Apple Drive Module bays (3)
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On/standby button and light
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Press to turn on the server.
Enclosure lock and lock status light
The lock secures the enclosure and drive modules in the server. It can be locked and
unlocked with the enclosure key supplied with the server. An option in the Security pane
of System Preferences lets you inactivate a connected keyboard and mouse when the
enclosure lock is engaged. This option is turned off by default. See “Controlling Access to
a Connected Keyboard and Mouse” on page 59 for details.
When the enclosure lock is locked (the light is on), the server may not recognize
peripheral devices such as a keyboard, mouse, or storage device. Unlock the lock to use
those devices.
System identifier button and light
The system identifier light turns on if a problem is detected. It also can be turned on
manually by pressing the button. This indicator is useful for locating a particular unit in a
rack with multiple servers. A duplicate system identifier button and light are on the back
panel.
FireWire 400 port
Provides a FireWire 400 connection on the front of the server. There are also two FireWire
800 ports on the back panel. The enclosure lock must be unlocked for the server to
recognize some devices connected to this port. (See “FireWire Specifications” on page 86
for information about FireWire ports and connectors.)
Ethernet link lights
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Two lights indicate whether the server is connected to an Ethernet network. Each light
represents one of the two built-in Ethernet ports.
System activity lights
Two rows of eight lights indicate system activity. In a server with a single processor, the
rows of system activity lights operate in sync; in a dual-processor server, the rows of
lights operate independently to show each processor’s activity. These lights also show
the options in front panel mode; see “Entering Firmware Boot Commands From the
System’s Front Panel” on page 63 for details.
Optical drive
You can use the slot-load optical drive to add or reinstall software on the server.
Drive modules and lights
You can install up to three Serial ATA (SATA) drive modules in the server. These modules
can be removed and installed while the server is running. (See “Installing or Replacing an
Apple Drive Module” on page 70 for more information.) Each drive module has lights
showing operating status and disk activity.
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Your Server at a Glance—Back Panel
Gigabit Ethernet port(s) System identifier button/light Serial console portPower socket
Ethernet link lights Ethernet activity lights USB 2.0 ports (2) Serial number label
FireWire 800 ports (2)
PCI-X card expansion slots (2)
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Power socket
The power cord connects here; it is held in place by a special clip so that it stays
connected when the server is opened in the rack.
System identifier button and light
The system identifier light turns on if a problem is detected. It also can be turned on
manually by pressing the button. This indicator is useful for locating a particular unit in a
rack with multiple servers. A duplicate system identifier button and light are on the front
panel.
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Gigabit Ethernet ports
Connect your server to a high-speed Ethernet network using the two built-in Ethernet
ports. Ethernet ports adjust automatically to the transmission speed supported by
network components. A green light to the left of each port indicateswhether that port is
connected to an Ethernet network; a blue light to the right of each port indicates activity.
Always connect an Ethernet cable to the lower port (port 1) first. See “Install the CableManagement Arm and Cables” on page 37 and “Connect Cables Directly to the Server”
on page 54 for details on connecting an Ethernet cable.
FireWire 800 ports
Connect FireWire devices to the server. A FireWire 400 port is also located on the front
panel. The enclosure lock must be unlocked for the server to recognize some devices
connected to this port. (See “FireWire Specifications” on page 86 for information about
FireWire ports and connectors.)
USB 2.0 ports
Connect USB devices, such as a keyboard or mouse. The enclosure lock must be unlocked
for the server to recognize some devices connected to these ports.
Serial console port
Connect a serial device or computer with a serial port. This console supports RS-232–
compatible connections.
PCI-X card slots
You can install two PCI -X cards in the server to connect peripheral devices. See “About
PCI-X Cards for the Server” on page 79 for details. One or both slots may come with cards
installed at the factory. An optional video card for connecting a monitor can be installed
in one of the PCI-X slots.
Serial number label
You must use the system’s serial number when you install and set up the server software.
Write down this number and keep it in a safe place. A label with the Ethernet MAC
address is also on the back panel.
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Your Server at a Glance—Interior
PCI-X card slots (2) Battery
Power supply
RAM slots (8)
Chassis release latch
PCI fan
Fan array
Chassis release latch
Serial number label
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PCI-X card slots
You can install two PCI-X or PCI expansion cards in the two expansion slots, which
support 33, 66, 100, and 133 MHz cards. See “Installing a PCI-X Card or PCI Card” on
page 78 for more information about installing cards.
ECC DDR SDRAM expansion slots
Expand your system’s memory up to 8 gigabytes (GB) with error-correcting (ECC), doubledata-rate memory. You can add memory by inserting DDR SDRAM DIMMs in pairs in the
memory slots. For more information, see “Adding Memory” on page 75.
Battery
The battery provides power for the system clock.
Power supply
The auto-switching power supply detects the input voltage and adjusts for it. A thermal
control adjusts the speed of the power supply’s fan as needed.
Fan array
The fan array cools the server during operation. Sensors detect and report if a fan needs
service. Software adjusts the fans’ speed as necessary. A separate fan cools the PCI-X
cards.
Chassis release latches
Press these latches to slide the server to its full length when in the rack, or to remove it
from the cover.
Serial number label
You must use the system’s serial number when you install and set up the server software.
Write down this number and keep it in a safe place. A similar label is on the back of the
system, below the PCI-X card expansion slots.
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Your Cluster Node Server at a Glance
FireWire 400 port
On/standby button and light
Securing thumbscrews (2) Built-in Ethernet link light (Port 1)
Drive module activity light
Built-in Ethernet link light (Port 2)System identifier button/lightEnclosure lock and status light
System activity lights
Drive module status lightApple Drive Module bay
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On/standby button and light
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Press to turn on the server.
Enclosure lock and lock status light
The lock secures the enclosure and drive modules in the server. It can be locked and
unlocked with the enclosure key supplied with the server. An option in the Security pane
of System Preferences lets you inactivate a connected keyboard and mouse when the
enclosure lock is engaged. This option is turned off by default. See “Controlling Access to
a Connected Keyboard and Mouse” on page 59 for details.
When the enclosure lock is locked (the light is on), the server may not recognize
peripheral devices such as a keyboard, mouse, or storage device. Unlock the lock to use
those devices.
System identifier button and light
The system identifier light turns on if a problem is detected. It also can be turned on
manually by pressing the button. This indicator is useful for locating a particular unit in a
rack with multiple servers. A duplicate system identifier button and light are on the back
panel.
FireWire 400 port
Provides a FireWire 400 connection on the front of the server. There are also two FireWire
800 ports on the back panel. The enclosure lock must be unlocked for the server to
recognize some devices connected to this port. (See “FireWire Specifications” on page 86
for information about FireWire ports and connectors.)
Ethernet link lights
G
Two lights indicate the connection status of each of the server’s two built-in Ethernet
ports.
System activity lights
Two rows of eight lights indicate system activity.The rows of lights operate
independently to show each processor’s activity. These lights also show the options in
front panel mode; see “Entering Firmware Boot Commands From the System’s Front
Panel” on page 63 for details.
Drive module and lights
The removable serial ATA (SATA) drive module contains the server software and has lights
showing operating status and disk activity. You cannot install additional drive modules in
this Xserve G5 model.
Note: The back panel and interior of the cluster node system are mostly the same as
those of the standard system. See “Your Server at a Glance—Back Panel” on page 12
and “Your Server at a Glance—Interior” on page 14 for detailed views.
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Your Server at a Glance—Mounting Hardware
Four-post bracesMounting template Two-post brackets
Cage nuts (Metric)
Cage nuts (English)
Short-rack brackets
Attachment screws (Metric)
Short screws
Four-post brackets
Attachment screws (English) Enclosure key
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Four-post brackets
Two rivets on each bracket secure it to the brace and the server’s cover.
Four-post braces
These two long U-shaped pieces support the back of the server and attach it to the rack.
Two-post brackets
These two short L-shaped brackets attach to the sides of the server’s enclosure and to
the rack.
Short-rack brackets
These two brackets attach the back of the server to a short rack, 24 or 26 inches deep.
Mounting template
This straight template helps you install the server’s cover so that it is mounted at a right
angle to each front post of the rack.
Screws and clips for attaching brackets and braces to the rack and server cover
Two sets of screws are provided; one set (English) is size10-32; the other is metric size M5.
Short screws are provided for mounting the system in a two-post rack or a short fourpost rack. Some clips are also included for use with racks that do not have prethreaded
holes. See “Getting Ready to Install” on page 26 for more about the mounting hardware.
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2 Preparing to Install Your Server
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Before you install the server in a rack, you should
carefully consider the placement of the unit in its rack
and several factors in the infrastructure that will keep the
server operating efficiently.
Guidelines for Server Installation
To ensure safe and smooth operation of your server, it’s essential that you plan for
proper location of the server in its rack, adequate power to the components in the rack,
and the appropriate operating environment for the rack.
As you plan for server installation, follow these guidelines to ensure that the server and
its environment are safely and appropriately positioned for efficient operation and
service.
Choose the Server’s Position in a Rack
When determining the location for the server in a rack, be sure to allow adequate
space for airflow and servicing from both the front and back.
• Air to cool the server flows from front to back. Do not cover the front or back of the
server or any of the openings in the server’s front and back panels and case.
Remove the clear plastic film that
covers the front vents so that
Do not block
the air flowing
through the server.
• The server slides out of the rack from the front. Be sure to leave a minimum of 36
inches clear in front of the server to allow room to open and service it.
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airflow is not
restricted.
• To provide access to the server’s back panel and cables, leave at least 24 inches clear
behind the server.
• If you are installing multiple servers or other components in the rack, place the
server so that you can easily open and service it. For example, in a multiplecomponent installation, the heaviest items—such as an uninterruptible power
supply—are usually placed at or near the bottom of a rack; servers are often located
near the middle of the rack.
• For a rack with multiple components, you may want to prepare a list of all equipment
in the rack and the requirements for each unit. Such a list should include the
following information:
Component Power
needed
Server 1
Server 2
Storage
Clear area
front/back
Height
in rack
Temperature
range
Other
Electrical Power
If you plan to install the server in a rack that contains other components, be sure that
the circuitry and power connections are sufficient for the combined power needs of all
components. To plan for safe and adequate power to the server, follow these
guidelines:
• Check the documentation for all components in the rack to determine their power
requirements. Also determine that the available power supply for the rack is
sufficient for the planned components.
• If you need assistance in determining the power needs of the components in the
rack, consult an electrical expert who is familiar with your facility.
Important: When planning for electrical power, make sure you have more power
than specified for all components. Also make certain that the power load is
distributed evenly among circuits to the rack’s location. Consult an electrician or
other expert if you need assistance with planning for the power needs of your
components.
• Make sure that the power connections for the server and all other components are
grounded (according to local and national standards). Consult an electrician if you
need assistance with grounding.
• See Appendix A, “Specifications,” for more information about electrical power
requirements for the server.
• This model is certified only as a component for use with other equipment, where the
suitability of the combination has been determined by a Nationally Recognized
Testing Laboratory.
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Operating Environment
The operating environment for the server’s rack must meet certain requirements:
• Verify that the temperature range of the rack’s location is within the limits
established for the server and all other components.
• Make certain that the rack’s location has adequate ventilation to maintain the
necessary temperature range. This is particularly important for a rack that is enclosed
in a cabinet.
• If multiple components are installed in the rack, consider additional cooling to
ensure efficient operation of the servers and other equipment.
Rack Stability
The rack must be stable and strong enough to hold the components installed.
• Check the documentation for the rack to make certain that it can carry the load of
components.
• If you are using a two-post (telco) rack, verify that the rack is securely fastened to the
building’s structure at the top and bottom.
• Make certain that all components are secured in the rack.
• When working with components in the rack, never slide out more than one unit at a
time.
Considerations for Cables
For optimal efficiency in server operation and maintenance, follow these guidelines for
handling cables connected to the server and other components in a rack.
• Install the cable-management arm supplied with the server. If you don’t install this
device, you must disconnect all cables from the server’s back panel before opening
the server in the rack.
• Arrange all component cables so that they do not interfere with access to the rack.
Ideally each component should have a cable-management option in place so that
anyone servicing units in the rack can readily determine where each cable is
connected.
• To ensure full signal strength for Ethernet, serial, and other connections, make sure
cables do not exceed established length limits.
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Security
Whatever the location of the server and rack, it should be secure.
• Make sure that only authorized staff members or technicians can gain access to the
rack’s location.
• If using a server cabinet that is not in a secure room, be sure that the cabinet is
adequately locked and that access to it is limited to authorized staff.
• Develop a plan for distributing and controlling keys to the server environment and
access codes that allow others to manage servers over the network. Keep the plan
updated with names of key staff and relevant emergency information and
procedures.
• Store a copy of essential server access information in a safe location away from the
server site.
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3 Installing Your Server in a Rack
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This chapter shows you how to install the server in a rack.
Xserve G5 is specifically designed for rack mounting. It is not designed for use as a
desktop system.
Warning: Do not place a monitor on the server or use the top of the server as a
shelf in the rack. Any weight on the server’s enclosure could damage the
components inside.
You can install the server in several types of racks, including:
• Open four-post rack, 19 inches wide and 24 or 26 inches deep or 29–36 inches deep
• Cabinet with four-post rack inside, 19 inches wide and 29–36 inches deep
• Two-post (also called “telco”) rack, 19 inches wide
The server is 1.75 inches (1U) high.
Important: Any rack used for Xserve should meet the specifications of the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Electronic Industries Association (EIA) standard
ANSI/EIA-310-D-92, International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 297, and Deutsche
Industrie Norm (DIN) 41494. See the documentation for the rack to determine whether
it is compatible with these standards.
The brackets and screws necessary to attach the server to any of these racks are
included with your server, along with some extra screws of each type. You need to
supply medium-sized (such as size 1) and very small (size 0) Phillips screwdrivers for the
installation.
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Getting Ready to Install
As noted previously, you can install the server in a four-post rack of varying depth or a
two-post rack. Instructions for these procedures are given below. Preparations for
installing are the same regardless of the type of rack you use.
Important: Check the documentation for your rack for any special requirements.
Before beginning work with the server and rack, make the following preparations.
• If possible, arrange to work with another person as you prepare the server and install
it in a rack.
• Assemble the tools, brackets, and connectors you’ll need for the installation.
(Everything except the screwdrivers is provided with the server.)
• A medium-sized Phillips screwdriver (such as size 1). If you have a power
screwdriver, use it.
• A very small Phillips screwdriver (such as size 0, needed for a four-post rack if you
are attaching the cable-management arm).
• For a four-post rack that is between 29 and 36 inches deep, you’ll use two small
brackets (each has two rivets), two long U-shaped braces, and eight attachment
screws. Also get the cable-management arm and the two screws to attach it to the
server.
• For a four-post rack that is 24 or 26 inches deep, you’ll use two small brackets (each
with one post), four attachment screws, and two short screws.
• For a two-post rack, you’ll use two L-shaped brackets, four attachment screws, and
four short screws.
Note: Two sets of screws are provided with the server. One set (English) is size 10-32;
the other set is size M5 metric and fits racks with metric holes. Check the
documentation for your rack and use the appropriate set of screws; most racks use
one of the two sizes. If screws are provided with your rack, you can use those as well.
• To measure and mark the position of the server in the rack, you may want to use a
straightedge, such as a yardstick. You’ll also need a pen or pencil and some masking
tape or similar tape.
• Clear a table, cart, or other flat surface near the rack. You’ll need to put the server on
it temporarily during installation, and you can use it to lay out the brackets and
screws you’ll use to attach the server to the rack.
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Determine the Position for the Server in the Rack
Review the guidelines for positioning the server in the rack (see “Guidelines for Server
Installation” on page 21). Then follow these steps to measure and mark its specific
location.
1 Determine the exact position where you want to attach the server and mark it on one
side of the rack.
Some racks have marks at regular intervals (such as 1U) to aid in positioning a server;
others may provide a template to help place the server in the rack. If your rack does not
have such aids, measure or count holes from an established point.
Identify the
appropriate holes
in all mounting posts
before you install the
server so that it is
mounted level.
The distance between holes may vary somewhat on racks made by different
manufacturers.
2 Use the mounting template or a straightedge to mark the same spot on the other side
of the rack.
You can put a pencil mark or a piece of tape on each side of the rack to mark the
correct spot.
For a four-post rack, measure and mark the posts at the front and back.
3 To verify that the position is correct, measure 1.75 inches (the server’s height) down
from the hole you’ve marked on the rack.
You measure downward because you’ll attach the cover of the server’s enclosure to the
rack, then slide the server into it.
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Preparing the Server for Installation
If possible, work with another person as you prepare and install the server in a rack.
Follow these steps to prepare the server hardware for installation.
1 Unpack the server from its box and place it on the table.
Follow the instructions in the booklet Xserve G5 Quick Start to unpack the server.
2 At the back of the server, write down the serial number from the server’s back panel.
You will need the server’s serial number to log in when you first set up the server
software.
3 Remove the protective faceplate from the server’s front panel by unscrewing the
thumbscrews at each side of the faceplate and lifting it off.
Set the thumbscrews aside.
There is one screw on either
side of the server.
Remove the four thumbscrews that hold the protective faceplate
in place, and remove the faceplate by lifting it straight up.
Protective faceplateRemove the two shipping screws.
4 Remove any clear plastic covering the front or top of the system.
5 Do not remove the small plastic protector in the optical drive slot. Leave this protector
in place until the system is secured in the rack.
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Plastic optical drive protector
Important: Keep the protector for the optical drive slot and put it in the drive’s slot
whenever you move the system from one location to another or pack it for shipping.
6 Loosen the two thumbscrews (one on each side) at the front of the server’s enclosure.
With the server resting on a flat, clean,
and stable surface, unscrew the two
thumbscrews on the front panel.
These thumbscrews are “captive” and do not separate from the enclosure.
7 Remove the cover of the server’s enclosure by sliding it toward the back of the unit.
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