SPARC T8-1 Server Installation Guide

Attach Slide Rail Assemblies to the Rack

Use the rackmount installation card to identify the correct mounting holes for the slide rails.

1. Unpack the mounting brackets and installation card from the rackmount kit.

   See Install the Rackmount Hardware.

2. Ensure that there is enough vertical space in the cabinet to install the server.

   See Rack Compatibility.

3. Place the rackmount installation card against the front rails.

   The bottom edge of the card corresponds to the bottom edge of the server. Measure up from the bottom of the installation card.

   
   
4. Mark the mounting holes for the front slide rails.
5. Mark the mounting holes for the rear slide rails.
6. Orient the slide rail assembly so that the ball-bearing track is forward and locked in place.
   

   No. Description 1 Slide rail 2 Ball-bearing track 3 Locking mechanism

7. Starting with either the left or right side of the rack, align the rear of the slide rail assembly against the inside of the rear rack rail, and push until the assembly locks into place with an audible click.
   
8. Align the front of the slide rail assembly against the outside of the front rack rail, and push until the assembly locks into place with an audible click.
9. Repeat this procedure to attach the slide rail assembly to the other side of the rack.
10. If available, extend the antitip legs or antitilt bar at the bottom of the rack.

    Refer to the documentation for the rack for instructions.

11. Install the server into the slide rail assemblies.

    See Install the Server Into the Slide Rail Assemblies.

Related Information

• Rack Compatibility

• Install the Rackmount Hardware

• Install the Server Into the Slide Rail Assemblies