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Dell Cabling PowerEdge R310 Owner's Manual and User Guide

Summary

This is a technical white paper on cable routing procedures for Dell PowerEdge R310 and R410 server systems. The document provides detailed instructions for cabling servers with Cable Management Arms (CMA), including connecting CMA cables, installing attachment brackets, routing power cables through strain reliefs, and managing cables through the CMA. It covers both left-side and right-side mounting configurations. Target users are data center technicians, system integrators, and IT infrastructure teams responsible for rack-mounted server installations and cable management in enterprise environments.

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Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems

By Greg Henderson, Riyad Moe, Chris Kitten and Jose L. Flores

Dell™ │ Datacenter Infrastructure Engineering

June 2010

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Page 1 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems By Greg Henderson, Riyad Moe, Chris Kitten and Jose L. Flores Dell™ │ Datacenter Infrastructure Engineering June 2010
Page 2 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems THIS WHITE PAPER IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY, AND MAY CONTAIN TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS AND TECHNICAL INACCURACIES. THE CONTENT...
Page 3 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems Contents Introduction ..............................................................................................................
Page 4 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems Introduction This white paper covers recommended cable routing procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 systems in the fo...
Page 5 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems 1.2 Installing the Inner CMA Attachment Bracket As described in the Rack Installation Instructions, locate and attach the appropr...
Page 6 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems NOTE: For guidelines on how to route cables within the rack, refer to the Dell Best Practices Guide for Rack Enclosures white pap...
Page 7 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems Figure 5: Attaching the KVM Dongle to the CMA Basket KVM Dongle Use the hook and loop straps on the CMA basket to secure the KVM ...
Page 8 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems Figure 6: Left-Side Mounted CMA Installation 1.6 Right-Side Mounting Instructions Install the CMA on the rear right side of the r...
Page 9 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems Section 2: Cabling a Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 or R410 System Without a CMA NOTE: The CMA on Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 syste...
Page 10 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems Figure 9: Removing the CMA Brackets for Shallow Racks Section 3: Replacing a Power Supply on a Power Edge™ R310 or R410 System Wi...
Page 11 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems Figure 10: Disconnecting the Inner CMA Attachment Bracket Figure 11: Replacing the Outer Power Supply Disconnected inner CMA brac...
Page 12 Cable Routing Procedures for Dell™ Power Edge™ R310 & R410 Systems 3. Connect all applicable cables to the rear of the system and verify that all connections are secure. 4. Using the hook and loop...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of using the Cable Management Arm (CMA)?

Using the CMA allows you to extend the system for service without powering down or disconnecting cables.

Can I use CMA with static rails?

No, the CMA is only compatible with sliding rails, not the static rails.

How do I replace an outer power supply while using a right-side CMA?

Disconnect the inner CMA bracket from the rail, support the CMA while replacing the PSU, and then reinstall the inner CMA bracket.

Are there different ways to route cables if no CMA is needed?

Yes, following procedures ensures secure attachment and proper strain relief of the cables without using a CMA.