3.9 Verifying the Operation of the Slide Rails and CMA

Use the following procedure to ensure that the slide-rails and CMA are operating correctly.

Note:

Two persons are recommended for this procedure: one to move the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine in and out of the rack, and one to observe the cables and CMA.

1. Slowly pull the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine out of the rack until the slide-rails reach their stops.
2. Inspect the attached cables for any binding or kinks.
3. Verify that the CMA extends fully from the slide-rails.
4. Push the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine back into the rack, as described in the following sub-steps.

   When the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine is fully extended, you must release two sets of slide-rail stops to return the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine to the rack:

   • The first set of stops are levers, located on the inside of each slide-rail, just behind the back panel of the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine. Push in both green levers simultaneously and slide the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine toward the rack. The Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine will slide in approximately 18 inches (46 cm) and stop. Verify that the cables and the CMA retract without binding before you continue.

   • The second set of stops are the slide-rail release buttons, located near the front of each mounting bracket (Figure 3-1). Simultaneously push both of the green slide-rail release buttons, and push the Oracle Exalytics In-Memory Machine completely into the rack until both slide-rail locks engage.

5. Adjust the cable straps and CMA, as required.