Rack to Tower and Tower to Rack System Conversion Guide (June 2005)

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4 Converting a Tower System to a Rack System
This chapter explains how to convert your HP Integrity rx2620 tower system to a rack system. For
information on installing your system in a rack enclosure, read the document Installation Guide for
Midweight Slide Kit (HP Part Number: 5064-9640).
Process for Converting Your Tower System to a Rack System
This section covers the sequence of procedures necessary for converting your tower system to a rack system.
Here is a high-level summary of these steps:
1. Removing the tower system’s access panels
2. Removing the system’s pedestal
3. Installing the system’s rack latches
4. Installing the system’s right front access panel
5. Installing the system in its rack enclosure
Removing the Tower System’s Access Panels
Your tower system has external and internal access panels that need to be removed before placing the system
in a rack enclosure. Here are the steps for removing those panels.
Step 1. Turn the system’s power off and disconnect all of its power and external cables.
Step 2. Use the indentations located on the top edge of the left-side access panel and pull outward to
un-snap and rotate it away from system. See Figure 4-1. After an approximate 45 degree rotation,
lift the left-side panel upwards and off of the two lower retaining tabs. Note that the right-side
access panel is removed in this same manner.
Figure 4-1 Removing the Left-side and Right-side Access Panels
Retaining Slots
Retaining Tabs
Pedestal