IBM 8486 User Guide - Page 45
Installing, security
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Installing a security rope clip To help prevent hardware theft, you can add a security rope clip and cable to the server. After you add the security cable, make sure that it does not interfere with other cables that are connected to the server. Before you begin, obtain the following items: v A flat-blade screwdriver v An adjustable wrench v A 19 mm (0.75 in.) rope clip or wire rope (similar to National Manufacturing number 3230, stock number 176-735) v Threaded nuts that fit the rope clip v A security cable v A lock, such as a combination lock or padlock To install a rope clip, complete the following steps: 1. Remove the side cover. See "Removing the side cover" on page 18. 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the two metal knockouts. 3. Insert the rope clip through the rear panel; then, attach and tighten the nuts. 4. Thread the cable through the rope clip and around an object that is not part of or permanently secured to the building structure or foundation, and from which the cable cannot be removed. Fasten the cable ends together with a lock. After you add the security cable, make sure that it does not interfere with other cables that are connected to the server. Rope clip 5. Replace the side cover (see "Installing the side cover" on page 35). Chapter 2. Installing options 33