6.1 Extending Compute Capacity Task Map

Table 6.1 describes the steps for extending the Oracle PCA at your site by installing additional compute nodes within the rack.

Table 6.1 Steps for Extending Oracle Private Cloud Appliance By Adding Compute Nodes

Step	Description	Links
1	Review safety guidelines and site checklists.	Section 6.2, “Review Safety Guidelines”
2	Review safety precautions for rack-mounting a server.	Section 6.3, “Rack-mount Safety Precautions”
3	Prepare to add the server to the rack, including: Unpacking the upgrade kit Removing the rear doors from the rack	Section 6.4, “Prepare to Add a Server”
4	Install the server into the rack, including: Installing mounting brackets to the server Attaching slide-rail assemblies to the rack Installing the server into the slide-rail assemblies Installing the cable management arm Cabling the server Replacing the doors on the rack	Section 6.5, “Install the Server Into the Rack”