2.2.3 Adding New Servers

You can add new servers to an Oracle Exadata Rack that is not at full capacity.

You can add individual database servers or storage servers to meet growing resource requirements using the Elastic Configuration method. See Oracle Exadata Configuration Assistant (OECA) for details. The upgrade process includes adding new servers and cables. Additional hardware may be required.

Note:

• Always load equipment into the rack from the bottom up, so that the rack does not become top-heavy and tip over. Extend the rack anti-tip bar to prevent the rack from tipping during equipment installation.

• The new servers need to be configured manually.

• Preparing to Install New Servers
  Before you install a new server, prepare the rack unit for the server installation.
• Installing the Rack Assembly
  After preparing for installation, you next install the rack assembly to hold the new servers.
• Installing the Server
  After preparing for the installation and installing the rack assembly, you then install the new server.