HP Netserver LH 3000 Rack Cabling Guide

Chapter 3 Procedure for Connecting and Routing Cables to the LH 3000r
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and monitor for more than one server, attach the cables for the HP Console
Switch to the server ports for video, mouse, and keyboard ports.
Check Whether Cable Lengths Limit Distances between the Server and Storage
Sometimes data cable length or availability limits the distance between a
peripheral component (such as the UPS or video monitor) and its associated
server. Guidelines used by rack configuration tools in generating rack layouts take
possible distance limitations into account. Check power and data cords supplied
with peripherals to ensure you have cables that are long enough to attach each
device.
NOTE Be sure to leave sufficient data cable length to allow for cable
management. See the section of this chapter “Managing and
Routing Cables” and refer to Figure 3-10.
Attach Data Cables to Other Components
1. Using the colored cable ties and labels attached to each data cable
previously, connect each cable to its component.
2. Fasten cable connectors to each component using captive screws.
Step 3: Cable the LH 3000r for Power
When all components have been mounted in the rack and their data cables
connected, then the power cables can be attached.
Attaching Server and Component Power Cables
1. Make sure any manually switchable device power switches are off.
2. Attach the power cords for each device.
◊ Plug power cords into the receptacle in the server.
◊ Ensure sufficient cable to fully extend the server and route cables
through the Cable Management Arm.
◊ Route the cables through the Cable Guide.
◊ Tie bundles of cables using hook-and-loop cable straps.
3. Plug components into the PDU beginning with the components which are
lowest in the rack. If you are using more than one PDU or have a heavily
loaded rack, see the section of this chapter entitled "Determining and
Balancing Current Draw on Two Circuits in One Rack."