A lead systems technician is preparing to install multiple heavy 4U storage nodes and battery backup units into an enterprise server rack cabinet. To prevent physical injury, equipment damage, and structural instability during the installation, which TWO safety procedures should the technician follow?
- Mount the heaviest equipment in the bottom position of the rack cabinet to lower the overall center of gravity.Answer
- Extend the rack cabinet anti-tip stabilizer feet before pulling heavy equipment forward on sliding rails.Answer
- CAttach an ESD grounding clip directly to an ungrounded high-voltage power distribution unit terminal for discharge protection.
- DInstall all heavy server equipment near the top of the cabinet to optimize natural convection airflow toward ceiling exhaust vents.
Answer
The technician should mount the heaviest equipment in the bottom position of the rack cabinet and extend the rack cabinet anti-tip stabilizer feet before pulling heavy chassis forward on sliding rails.
Placing heavy components near the bottom of a rack cabinet keeps the center of gravity low and stable. Deploying anti-tip stabilizer feet ensures the rack remains balanced when heavy chassis are extended out on rails.
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Key Concept
Physical safety and rack cabinet stability guidelines during hardware installation