XserveSetup Guide Includes setup, expansion, and hardware specifications for the Xserve

10 Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve Electrical Power Requirements Be sure that the available circuitry and power connections are adequate for the

Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve 11 Installing the Xserve Follow these instructions to install the Xserve in an equipment rack. Installation Summ

12 Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve Step 1: Remove the Protective Shipping Materials 1 Remove the Xserve from its box and place it on a flat sur

Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve 13 Step 2: Assemble the Mounting Rails The Xserve comes with both short and long extensions that you combine wi

14 Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve Step 3: Mount Rails Loosely in the Rack 1 Place an assembled rail in the rack (it will support itself tempor

Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve 15 Â If you have a threaded-hole rack, start with the rail flanges outside the rack posts and compress the rail i

16 Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve Step 4: Align and Secure the Rails To make sure the Xserve slides easily in and out of the rack, use the ali

Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve 17 Step 5: Slide the Xserve into the Rails 1 Guide the slides on the Xserve into the channels on the rails. Imp

18 Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve Step 6: Connect the Cables 1 Connect a power cord to the power supply and secure it with the wire clip. Note

Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve 19 Step 7: Connect a Keyboard, Display, and Mouse (Optional) You can connect a display, keyboard, and mouse dir

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20 Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve Where to Go from Here When you finish installing the Xserve, you can find information about starting up, conf

21 2 2 Installing or Replacing Components This chapter shows how to install or replace drive modules and internal Xserve components. You can add or

22 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components Xserve at a Glance—Internal ComponentsDIMM slots (8)Fan arrayExpansion slot 1Power supplybay 2Po

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 23 Power supply bays You can install one or two power supplies in the Xserve. When two supplies are

24 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components Installing or Replacing an Apple Drive ModuleThe drive modules in the Xserve are hot-pluggable, so y

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 25 2 Remove the blank drive module or the drive module that’s currently installed.If there is a blank d

26 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components If there is a drive module already in the bay:a Make sure the drive currently in the bay is not bein

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 27 3 Pick up the drive module you are installing, press and release its handle to open it, and slide th

28 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components Removing or Installing a Power SupplyYou can replace or install a power supply from the back panel w

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 29 To install a power supply:3 Pull to open the handle on the new power supply, slide it all the way in

3 Contents 5 About This Guide7 Chapter 1: Installing the Xserve8 Tools and Parts You’ll Need 9 Choosing a Suitable Location 11 Installing the Xser

30 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components Opening and Closing the XserveBefore you can install or replace memory, PCI cards, or the system bat

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 31 4 Loosen the thumbscrews at both ends of the front panel.5 Grasp the thumbscrews and pull the Xserve

32 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 7 Loosen the thumbscrews at the back of the top cover and slide the cover back and up to remove it.I

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 33 Adding MemoryThe Xserve has 8 memory slots. The systems come with at least 1 gigabyte (GB) of memory

34 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components About Memory for the XserveYou can use the following memory in the Xserve 667 MHz DDR2 ECC FB-DIMMs

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 35 Installation RulesYou must install DIMMs in pairs, and the DIMMs in each pair must be identical. The

36 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components To install memory:1 Review the memory installation rules and make sure you have the right type of DI

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 37 ConnectorsNotchEjectors

38 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components Installing a PCI CardThe Xserve has two PCI slots:Â Slot 1, which accepts full-length (9 inch) PCI-E

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 39 About PCI Cards for the XserveThe Xserve accepts PCI cards that meet these specifications:Slot 1Â 64

4 Contents 52 Handling the Xserve 53 Protecting the Optical Drive 53 Power Supply 54 Cleaning the Xserve 54 Apple and the Environment 54 Health-Rel

40 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components To install a PCI card:1 Shut down the Xserve and unplug all cables.Important: Be sure the Xserve is

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 41 3 Loosen the two captive screws that secure the riser bracket to the back panel and gently pull the

42 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 4 Remove the screw on the riser bracket, and then remove the port access cover.5 Seat the PCI card i

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 43 6 Align the riser with the slot on the main logic board and press to seat it.7 Tighten the captive s

44 Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components Replacing the BatteryThe Xserve uses a CR2032 lithium coin cell battery to preserve settings such as

Chapter 2 Installing or Replacing Components 45 To replace the battery:1 Shut down the Xserve and unplug all cables.Important: Be sure the Xserve i

47AppendixA A SpecificationsDimensions Height: 1.73 in. (4.4 cm) (1U) Width: 17.6 in. (44.7 cm) for mounting in standard 19-in. rack Depth: 30 i

48 Appendix A Specifications Random-Access Memory 667 MHz DDR2 ECC FB-DIMMs (fully buffered dual inline memory modules with address and data protec

Appendix A Specifications 49 Ethernet IEEE 802.3 compliant Maximum cable length: 100 meters (m) Connectors: RJ-45 for 10Base-T, 100Base-TX, and

5 Preface About This Guide This setup guide shows you how to install the Xserve in a rack and how to install or replace components inside the Xserv

50 Appendix A Specifications Power Supply  One or two 650 Watt power supplies AC line input: 100–240 V alternating current (AC), single phase, 50

51AppendixB B Safety and MaintenanceImportant Safety InformationFor your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the following precautions.

52 Appendix B Safety and Maintenance Be sure that you always do the following:Â Keep the Xserve away from sources of liquid, such as washbasins, bat

Appendix B Safety and Maintenance 53 Â Never force a connector into a port. If the connector and port do not join with reasonable ease, they probabl

54 Appendix B Safety and Maintenance Cleaning the XserveFollow these general rules when cleaning the outside of the Xserve:Â Use a damp, soft, lint-

Appendix B Safety and Maintenance 55 Â If feasible in the server location, use an adjustable chair that provides firm, comfortable support. The back

57 Regulatory Compliance InformationFCC Compliance StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital d

58 Taiwan Class A WarningKorea Class A WarningChina Class A WarningLaser InformationDo not attempt to disassemble the cabinet containing the laser. Th

59 High-Risk Activities WarningThis computer system is not intended for use in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communicati

6 Preface About This Guide For More Information The Apple Service & Support website offers in-depth product information and technical resour

7 1 1 Installing the Xserve This chapter shows you how to install the Xserve in an equipment rack. The information in this chapter will help you ga

8 Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve Tools and Parts You’ll Need A medium-size (#1) Phillips screwdriver The slide rails, rail extensions, and al

Chapter 1 Installing the Xserve 9 Choosing a Suitable Location The Xserve is designed for rack mounting. Review the following paragraphs to be s