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Bracket Overview and Features, Resources

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To prevent screws from becoming loose due to vibration, HP recommends that you use an adjustable torque driver set to the torque specifications given in Table 1-1. Contact your HP sales representative if any parts are missing. 1.4 Bracket Overview and Features A bracket is required for every server containing a PCI card that is connected to the cluster's interconnect. Depending on the type of interconnect, the cable diameter might vary. This bracket kit supports cables that have a minimum diameter of 5/16-inch (7.9 mm) and a maximum diameter of 5/8-inch (15.9 mm). The bracket supports the cable, providing strain relief for the PCI port and ensuring a good connection. It also helps to ensure the correct bend radius for the cable. The installation of a single bracket should take no more than 5 minutes to complete. Figure 1-1 shows two views of the bracket and identifies features referenced in the installation instructions. Figure 1-1: Bracket Features 2 1 4 74-Ax1xxXxXxX-01 1 3 HPTC-0057 The following parts are referenced in the installation procedure: • Callout 1 shows the captive screw that you use to connect the bracket to the server's rail kit. The rail kit contains a threaded insert which accepts this captive screw. • Callouts 2 and 3 show the threaded inserts where you can mount the optional 8-inch or 13-inch straps. Use these straps to bundle cables as you route them from the top of the rack to the bottom. • Callout 4 shows the threaded insert where you mount the 3.5-inch strap. The interconnect cable passes through this strap and connects to a socket in the PCI card. 1.5 Resources To install the kit, you require the following resources: • Tools: - A 6-inch long #2 (medium) Phillips (Posidrive or cross-point) screwdriver. - A 6-inch long flat-bladed screwdriver. • Environment: - A work surface adjacent to the rack. - The rack is tall, and you might not be able to work comfortably on the topmost installations without a stable work platform or step stool. 1-2 HP Integrity rx4640 Cable Bracket Installation Guide

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To prevent screws from becoming loose due to vibration, HP recommends that you
use an adjustable torque driver set to the torque specifications given in Table 1-1.
Contact your HP sales representative if any parts are missing.
1.4
Bracket Overview and Features
A bracket is required for every server containing a PCI card that is connected to the
cluster’s interconnect. Depending on the type of interconnect, the cable diameter
might vary. This bracket kit supports cables that have a minimum diameter of
5/16-inch (7.9 mm) and a maximum diameter of 5/8-inch (15.9 mm). The bracket
supports the cable, providing strain relief for the PCI port and ensuring a good
connection. It also helps to ensure the correct bend radius for the cable. The
installation of a single bracket should take no more than 5 minutes to complete.
Figure 1-1 shows two views of the bracket and identifies features referenced in
the installation instructions.
Figure 1-1: Bracket Features
HPTC-0057
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4
74-xxxxx-01
A1
XXX
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3
2
The following parts are referenced in the installation procedure:
•
Callout 1 shows the captive screw that you use to connect the bracket to the
server’s rail kit. The rail kit contains a threaded insert which accepts this
captive screw.
•
Callouts 2 and 3 show the threaded inserts where you can mount the optional
8-inch or 13-inch straps. Use these straps to bundle cables as you route them
from the top of the rack to the bottom.
•
Callout 4 shows the threaded insert where you mount the 3.5-inch strap. The
interconnect cable passes through this strap and connects to a socket in the
PCI card.
1.5
Resources
To install the kit, you require the following resources:
•
Tools:
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A 6-inch long #2 (medium) Phillips (Posidrive or cross-point) screwdriver.
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A 6-inch long flat-bladed screwdriver.
•
Environment:
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A work surface adjacent to the rack.
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The rack is tall, and you might not be able to work comfortably on the
topmost installations without a stable work platform or step stool.
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HP Integrity rx4640 Cable Bracket Installation Guide