HP Netserver LXr 8500 Rack Cabling Guide

Contents
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Overview of LXr 8500 Data Connections.................................................. 28
Attach Data Cables to the Server............................................................. 30
Attach Data Cables to Other Components ............................................... 32
Step 3: Cable the LXr 8500 for Power.......................................................... 32
Attaching Server and Component Power Cables...................................... 32
Determining and Balancing Current Draw on Two Circuits in One Rack ... 33
208V PDU Rack Power Configurations .................................................... 34
230/240V PDU Rack Power Configurations ............................................. 37
Redundant Power Configuration.............................................................. 39
High Density Configuration ...................................................................... 41
Step 4: Managing and Routing Cables......................................................... 42
Using the Cable Management Arm and the Cable Guides........................ 42
Route and Tie Cables into the Management Arm..................................... 42
Step 5: Powering Up and Powering Down the Components in the Rack....... 45
Power Up Sequence................................................................................ 45
Power Down Considerations.................................................................... 45
A Cabling Checklist ...................................................................................... 47
B Considerations in Mounting the Redundant Switch ................................ 49
Index............................................................................................................... 53