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HP NetServer
LH 3, LH 4, LH 3000, and LH 6000
Pedestal-to-Rack
Conversion Guide
HP Part Number 5969-2162
Printed in November 1999
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Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. Hewlett-Packard assumes no responsibili
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Contents Preface...................................................................................................................1 About this Guide.................................................................................................1 Related Documentation......................................................................................2 Tools You Need..................................................................................................2 1 Introduction..........
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Contents 4 Warranty and Support....................................................................................39 Hardware Accessories Limited Warranty.........................................................39 Hewlett-Packard Hardware Accessories......................................................39 Third-Party Hardware Products....................................................................40 HP Repair and Telephone Support .......................................................
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Preface About this Guide This guide describes how to convert the pedestal configuration HP NetServer LH 3, LH 4, LH 3000, or LH 6000 to the rack-optimized configuration HP NetServer LH 3r, LH 4r, LH 3000r, or LH 6000r. This guide refers to two general types of rack enclosures: • HP Rack: This guide's designation for all of the following rack enclosures: ◊ HP Systems rack enclosure product numbers J1487B and J1488A ◊ HP Rack System/E rack enclosure product numbers J1500A, J1501A, J1502
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Chapter Preface Related Documentation The following documents describe the NetServer: • HP NetServer LH 3/LH 3r User Guide • HP NetServer LH 4/LH 4r User Guide • HP NetServer LH 3000/3000r Installation Guide • HP NetServer LH 6000/6000r Installation Guide • HP NetServer LH 3 Installation Road Map • HP NetServer LH 3r Installation Road Map • HP NetServer LH 4 Installation Road Map • HP NetServer LH 4r Installation Road Map The following documents describe the rack enclosures: • All do
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1 Introduction Overview This guide describes the procedure for converting the HP NetServer LH 3, LH 4, LH 3000, and LH 6000 (pedestal configuration) to the HP NetServer LH 3r, LH 4r, LH 3000r, or LH 6000r (rack-optimized configuration). For details of installing the NetServer into the rack enclosure, refer to the following: • For a NetServer in an HP rack: your NetServer's user guide or installation guide • For a NetServer in a Compaq rack: HP NetServer LH 3r, LH 4r, ® LH 3000r, or L
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Chapter 1 Introduction 5. Remove the plastic lock pawl (which engages and secures the bezel lock mechanism) from the NetServer chassis front. Unfasten the control panel from the chassis, reorient it, and then secure it to the chassis again. Install the control panel bezel. 6. Install the slides in the rack, and install the NetServer in the rack. 7. Replace the power supply modules and hard disk drives. 8. For shipping HP racks, install the rack chassis retention bracket to secure the
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Chapter 1 Introduction WARNING To prevent the rack enclosure from tipping over: • Extend the anti-tip foot or verify that the anti-tip feature is installed. • Verify that the leveler feet are lowered. • Do NOT extend more than one piece of equipment at a time out from the front of the rack. Failure to take these precautions could result in serious injury and equipment damage. WARNING Do not attempt to lift the NetServer by yourself. Follow all local regulations when moving the
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Chapter 1 Introduction Verify Contents Unpack and verify the contents of the shipping box. If anything is missing or damaged, contact your reseller. The conversion kit includes two assembly kits, one for HP racks, and one for Compaq racks. In addition, it includes the following hardware: • Four lifting handles and their screws • Two rack slides, bar nuts, rack nuts, and their screws and hardware • Control panel bezel • Four AC power cords: two for 100-120 V, and two for 200-240 V • Two
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Chapter 1 Introduction The assembly kit for HP racks includes the following hardware: • Front bezel for the NetServer in the HP rack configuration • Bezel hinge plate and bezel hinge for the HP rack configuration • Rack chassis retention bracket for the HP rack • Mounting screws and hardware for the items listed above • Two HP NetServer LH 3r rack installation templates • Two HP NetServer LH 4r rack installation templates • Two HP NetServer LH 3000r and LH 6000r rack installation templa
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2 Remove Bezel, Cover, and Components Overview of Removal of Front Bezel, Rack Rail Cover, and Components Before you convert the NetServer to the rack-optimized configuration, you will do the following: • Power down the NetServer and disconnect it. • Remove the front bezel and rack rail cover. • Lighten the NetServer by removing the hot-swap disk drives and the power supply modules. • Move the NetServer to a suitable work area. • Remove the casters. Disconnect the NetServer Do th
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Chapter 2 Remove Bezel, Cover, and Components WARNING Before removing the cover, always disconnect the power cord(s) and unplug telephone cables. Disconnect the power cord(s) to avoid exposure to high energy levels that may cause burns when parts are short-circuited by metal objects, such as tools or jewelry. Disconnect telephone cables to avoid exposure to shock hazard from telephone ringing devices. Note that the power switch does not turn off the standby power. Disconnect the power co
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Chapter 2 Remove Bezel, Cover, and Components Remove the Front Bezel and Rack Rail Cover The rack rail cover is the only NetServer cover that must be removed during the conversion of the NetServer from pedestal configuration to rack configuration. First, unlock and remove the front bezel to gain access to the screw securing the rack rail cover. Remove the Front Bezel The front bezel for the pedestal configuration connects to the front of the NetServer chassis with snap-in connectors at t
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Chapter 2 Remove Bezel, Cover, and Components Bezel Lock Pull Here Rack Rail Cover Figure 2-1. Remove Front Bezel Remove the Rack Rail Cover Remove the rack rail cover, as shown in Figure 2-2: 1. Unscrew the screw on the front of the cover. 2. Pull the cover forward and then sideways to disengage it. 3. Lift the cover away from the chassis. 12
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Chapter 2 Remove Bezel, Cover, and Components 1 Unscrew Rack Rail Cover 3 2 Figure 2-2. Remove the Rack Rail Cover 13
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Chapter 2 Remove Bezel, Cover, and Components Lighten the NetServer Before you lift the NetServer, remove the hot-swap hard disk drives and power supply modules. This will lighten the NetServer, so that fewer people will be needed to lift it. WARNING Do not attempt to lift the NetServer by yourself. Follow all local regulations when moving the NetServer. Failure to observe this warning could result in serious injury to personnel or damage to the NetServer. Take out power supplie
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Chapter 2 Remove Bezel, Cover, and Components Locking Latch Ejector Handle Figure 2-3. Remove Hard Disk Drives From the NetServer Remove Power Supply Modules To remove the power supply modules, unscrew the modules and pull them away from the NetServer, as shown in Figure 2-4. Put them aside for later reinstallation. CAUTION When lifting a power supply module, be prepared to support its weight. Hold the power supply module with two hands. 15
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Chapter 2 Remove Bezel, Cover, and Components Figure 2-4. Remove Power Supply Modules (Rear View of HP NetServer LH 3 Shown; Number of Power Supply Modules May Vary) 16
