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Lenovo ThinkAgile SX for Microsoft Azure Stack Customer Rack Installation Guide

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Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the safety information and the safety instructions, which are available at the following address:

http://thinksystem.lenovofiles.com/help/topic/safety_documentation/pdf_files.html

In addition, be sure that you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the Lenovo warranty for your solution, which can be found at the following address:

http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/warrantylookup

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Contents

Chapter 1. Installing ThinkAgile SX for Microsoft Azure Stack hardware in a customer rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Chapter 2. Installing ThinkAgile SXM components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SXM 4400/6400 models . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Install ThinkSystem SR630 and SR650 in a rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Install the switch in a rack . . . . . . . . . . 7

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Chapter 1. Installing ThinkAgile SX for Microsoft Azure Stack hardware in a customer rack

This topic describes the procedure for installing the ThinkAgile SX for Microsoft Azure Stack hardware in a customer-supplied rack.

The Lenovo ThinkAgile SX for Microsoft Azure Stack Customer rack solution ships shrinkwrapped on several pallets depending on the number of nodes. Customers should have their supplied rack, PDUs, and PDU cables placed and installed in the data center before installation. Customers also need a Phillips screwdriver to install the server and switch rails.

Attention: The cartons containing the ThinkAgile SX for Microsoft Azure Stack solution components should be opened only by your organization’s authorized hardware installer.

Step 1. Locate and open the box labeled Open This Carton First. Inside, there is a blue binder and a Read Me flyer.

Important: Lenovo Professional Services needs the blue binder to deploy the solution, as the binder contains the MAC address for each node. Ensure that the blue binder is available when you engage Lenovo Professional Services.

In addition to the hardware installation guide URL, the blue binder provides rack locations for installing the nodes and TOR switches, and contains the cabling diagram.

Attention: The binder also contains stickers to apply to the rack with a Lenovo serial number for the ThinkAgile SXM solution. This serial number is required for service entitlement. Have this serial number available when making Lenovo service calls.

Figure 1. Example service label

Step 2. Before installing the servers in the rack, mount the server rail kits shipped with the servers into the rack. The hardware and instructions for the switch rail kits are included in the Customer Rack Accessory Box labeled Open This Carton First.

Step 3. In the sequential order labeled on the cartons, mount the server or switch contained in the carton to the rails installed in the rack. Each node and switch has an ID label that matches the diagram indicating their placement in the rack (for example, U1, U3, U5, and so on).

Step 4. After installing all the servers and switches in the rack, locate the cabling harness in the box labeled Open This Carton First. The ends of the cables on the wiring harness are labeled with source and destination details.

Step 5. Using the point-to-point wiring diagram included in the blue binder, connect the various nodes to the BMC and the TOR switches using the “from” and “to” locations on the labels.

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Step 6. After all of the Lenovo hardware is interconnected, connect the nodes into the PDUs with the power cables supplied with each of the nodes.

Step 7. After the rack is fully cabled, start all the switches and servers in any order.

Step 8. Allow several minutes for the switch NOSes to load and the servers to run their boot sequence. Then, ensure that a “green-light check” is performed to confirm that there are no immediate hardware issues to address before Lenovo Professional Services arrives for deployment. All connected NIC and switch ports should show a proper Link status. There should be no amber warning lights lit on any device. If any amber warning lights are present, refer to the Lenovo Support Plan at https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht505267 for details on contacting Lenovo Support for your issue.

Note: Although no operating system is installed on any of the compute nodes, the hardware lifecycle host (HLH) prompts to deploy its boot image. DO NOT proceed with this prompt. Lenovo Professional Services will deploy the HLH.

Step 9. After completing the green light check, shut down all servers and switches until Lenovo Professional Services arrives to deploy the Microsoft Azure Stack.

Step 10. If not already done, establish a time for Lenovo Professional Services to arrive onsite to deploy Microsoft Azure Stack. Again, the blue binder mentioned previously must be available to the deployment team to begin deploying the solution.

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Chapter 2. Installing ThinkAgile SXM components

SXM 4400/6400 models

Install ThinkSystem SR630 and SR650 in a rackThe procedures for installing the ThinkSystem SR630 and ThinkSystem SR650 in a rack are the same.

Read these guidelines firstReview the documentation that comes with the rack for safety and cabling information. Before you install the server into a rack, review the following guidelines.

• Install the server in a rack that meets the following requirements:

• Minimum depth of 70 mm (2.76 inches) between the front mounting flange and inside of the front door.

• Minimum depth of 214 mm (8.43 inches) between the chassis rear wall and inside of the rear door.

• The maximum distance between the front mounting flange and the rear mounting flange is 864 mm (34.00 inches).

• If you want to install the rails and a 0U PDU into the same rack, the rack must meet the following height and depth requirements:

• 42U or higher

• At least 1000-mm (39.37-inch) deep

• Install the server only into a rack that has perforated doors. Remove the rack doors and side panels for easier access during installation.

• Plan the device installation starting from the bottom of the rack. Install the heaviest device in the bottom of the rack.

• See the server Maintenance Manual or Setup Guide for the requirements on room air temperature.

• Do not block any air vents, usually 15 cm (6 inches) of air space provides proper airflow.

• Do not leave open space above or below an installed server in your rack. To help prevent damage to server components, always install a filler panel to cover the open space and to help ensure proper air circulation.

• Do not extend more than one device out of the rack at the same time.

• Do not overload the power outlet when multiple devices are in the rack.

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CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting.

≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb)

< 32 kg (70.5 lb)

≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb)

< 55 kg (121.2 lb)

≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb)

< 100 kg (220.5 lb)

CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices.

Install the server in a rackThis sectionprovides instructions on how to install a server into a rack using the Toolless Slide Rail Kit. The installation procedure also applies to the Toolless Slide Rail.

Each slide rail kit package contains the following items:

• One left rail

• One right rail

• Two M6 screws

Toolless Slide Rail

Complete the following steps to install the server in a rack:

Step 1. Install the rear mounting bracket of the left rail from the front of the rack.

Attention: You must install the rear mounting brackets of the rails before installing the front mounting brackets.

There are two rails, left rail (marked with L) and right rail (marked with R). You can install the rails into racks with square holes or round holes. Follow the steps to install each rail onto the flanges.


1 Fully slide the outer rail toward the rear of the rack.2 Line up the pins on the rear of the rail with the corresponding holes in the rear mounting flange of the rack.3 Attach the rear mounting bracket to the frame by pushing the rail toward the outside of the rack as shown until the rear latch opens.4 Push the rail backward until the pins are inserted into the corresponding holes and the rear latch rotates back to the closed position.

Step 2. Install the front mounting bracket of the left rail.

1 Slide the inner rails all the way back so that the front latch can be opened.

2 Rotate the front latch and line up the pins on the front of the rail with the corresponding holes in the front mounting flange of the rack.3 Pull the entire rail forward until the pins protrude through the holes.

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4 Release the front latch to lock the rail into position.

Step 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to install the right rail to the opposite side of the rack.

Step 4. To ship the rack with the server installed or place the rack in a vibration-prone area, install the M6 screws into the rear of the rails.

Step 5. Install the server onto the inner rails.

1 Pull the rails forward until the inner rails click two times into place.2 Carefully lift the server and tilt it into position over the rails so that the mounting studs on the server line up with the mounting holes in the inner rails.3 Slowly lower the server down until the rear mounting studs slide into the rear mounting holes, and then the front mounting studs go into the corresponding mounting holes in the rails. Ensure that the mounting studs are locked into position so the server is firmly secured.

CAUTION: Ensure that two people are lifting the server together. Their hands must be positioned as illustrated.


Step 6. Slide the server into the rack.

1 Lift the locking levers on both sides of the rails.2 Push the server all the way into the rack until it clicks into place.

Step 7. Secure the server before you move the rack, or if you place the rack in a vibration-prone area. Open the latches 1 in the front of the server, and then tighten the screws 2.

Install the switch in a rack This section describes how to install the switch in a 4-post rack, using the Lenovo Adjustable 19” 4-Post Rail Kit.

This kit must be purchased separately. It includes the following parts:


Item number Description Quantity

1 Switch front bracket 2

2 M4 screws 16

3 M6 screws 8

4 M6 clip nuts 8

5 M6 cage nuts 8

6 M3.5 screws 4

7 Rear mounting bracket 1

8 Rear mounting bracket with cord exit 1

9 Filler plate 1

To install the switch in a rack, complete the following steps:

Step 1. Locate, record, and retain the product switch information in order to configure and register your product.

Note: If this switch is a replacement switch, copy the product information from the original switch onto the RID label that is shipped with replacement switch and affix the new label to the bottom of the new switch.

Step 2. Attach the front mounting brackets (item 1) to each side of the switch with M4 screws (item 2). Torque the screws to approximately 2.0 newton-meters (Nm) ± 0.1 Nm (17.7 inch-pounds).


Step 3. From the front, slide the switch into the rack at the desired height.

Step 4. Secure the switch to the front rack posts with M6 screws (item 3) and either clip nuts (item 4) or cage nuts (item 5). Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm ± 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds).

Step 5. Slide the rear mounting brackets (items 7 and 8) into the slots available on the front mounting brackets.


Step 6. Attach the filler plate (item 9) and rear mounting brackets to the rear rack posts with M6 screws (item 3) and either clip nuts (item 4) or cage nuts (item 5). Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm ± 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds).

Step 7. Secure the rear brackets to the front brackets with M3.5 screws (item 6). Torque the screws to approximately 0.5 Nm (4 inch-pounds).

Step 8. Connect all external cables.


Step 9. Initialize the switch.


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