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Dell PowerEdge VRTX Enclosure Owner's Manual

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Installing the mounting ears

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CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.

Steps

  1. Align the slots on the mounting ears with the metal tabs on the chassis.
    When properly aligned, the screw holes on the mounting ears align with the screw holes on the chassis.
  2. Attach the screws to secure the mounting ears to the chassis.
  3. To install the top mounting ear:
    1. Route the LCD cable properly to prevent it from being pinched or crimped.
    2. Align the slot on the cable holder with the metal standoff on the chassis, and slide the holder into the chassis.
    3. Install the screw to secure the cable holder to the chassis.
    4. Reconnect the LCD module cable to the control panel.
    5. Slide the control panel into the chassis and install the screws to secure the panel to the chassis.
  4. Reinstall the following:
    1. system top cover
    2. PCIe cage door
  5. Reinstall the system base cover.
  6. Close the system.
  7. If applicable, reinstall the wheel assembly and power cable retention bracket.
  8. Place the system upright on a flat, stable surface.
    If the wheel assembly is not installed, rotate the system feet outward.
  9. If removed, reinstall the hard drives, server modules, and power supply units.
  10. Reconnect the enclosure to its electrical outlet and turn the enclosure on, including any attached peripherals.
  11. Turn on the server modules using the operating system commands or the CMC.
  12. If applicable, install the front bezel.

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