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Low Profile Power Cords
The latest generation of servers just keep getting deeper and deeper. This can cause obstruction issues with the Cable Management Arms and the Power Distribution Units at the back of the Server Rack. The following photo shows a Dell PE1950 instal...
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How to Install IBM Slide Rails into a Threaded Hole Server Rack
Quick & Simple Answer: Lock the Bullet Pegs back and use screws.
The IBM Slide Rails use a complicated locking Mechanism commonly referred to as Bullet Pegs. This mechanism allows the IBM Slide Rails to be quickly installed in an IBM Server Rac...
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Are IBM Rail Kits Interchangeable between Server Models?
IBM is one of the few manufacturer’s that is slow to change it’s Rail Kit design and uses the same rail kit across multiple Server Lines. This has several advantages over other Manufacturer’s Rail Kits. The most advantageous for...
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Rack Mounting IBM x3650
I often get the question of “My IBM Rail Kit will not work in my rack. What are my options for rack mounting my IBM x3650 server into a third party rack”. The answer here is not necessarily a hard one but can be a confusing one. You have ...
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Wall Mount Server Racks
When space is limited and a standard server rack is simply out of the question, wall mount racks can be a good option. Instead of taking up valuable floor space for 1 or 2 servers you can place the units on the wall or even under a desk or table. Th...
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Sliding Shelves For Desktop PC
Rack Mount a PC Horizontal
Most desktop PC’s are not designed to be converted into a rackmount server. Sliding rail kits are simply not an option due to the design of the chassis. In most cases the PC can be placed on it’s side on a shelf...
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Server Racking Information
Dell Servers
750
1950
2600
2850
2950
R200
R410
R710
HP Servers
DL140
DL145
DL180
DL320
DL360
DL380
IBM Servers
x3250
x3455
x3550
x3650
x3655
x3755
x3850
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IBM Rails in Square Hole Racks
We often times get a lot of questions pertaining to the IBM Rail Kits working in Square Hole 4Post racks. Most times the question relates to the IBM x345, x346, x365 and the x366. The IBM OEM Rail Kits will usually work well in most cases. The confu...
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Power Cables for Servers
Overview
In the US, the most common type of power cables have an IEC connector that plugs into the server and a NEMA connector that plugs into the power source. IEC is an acronym for International Electrotechnical Commission.
IEC C13 & C14 Conne...
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Installing IBM Rails in an APC Netshelter Server Rack.
The IBM Slide Rails are designed to be compatible with both round and square holes. The slide rails have a mechanism that uses a set of spring loaded tapered pegs that extend from the rear of the Rack Uprights through to the front flange of the Sli...
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IBM x3755 Tech Specs & Service Guide
x3755 Server Information
Height
7″
Width
19″ (verify physical dimension)
Depth
28″
Weight
65lbs to 95.25lbs
Wattage
750W to 1500W
Voltage
110 or 220 VAC, 50-60Hz
Heat Dissipation
683 to 6598 Btu/hr
Operating Temperat...
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IBM x3455 Tech Specs & Service Guide
x3455 Server Information
Height
1.7″
Width
17.3″
Depth
25.3″ or 26″ with bezel
Weight
about 26.2lbs
Wattage
650WW
Voltage
115 or 230 VAC, 50-60Hz
Heat Dissipation
430 to 1707 Btu/hr
Operating Temperature
50F to...
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IBM x3850 Tech Specs & Service Guide
x3850 Server Information
Height
5.05″
Width
17.32″
Depth
28.15″
Weight
70lbs to 85lbs
Wattage
650W to 1300W
Voltage
110 or 220 VAC, 50-60Hz
Heat Dissipation
varies with configuration
Operating Temperature
50F to 95F
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IBM x3550 Tech Specs & Service Guide
x3550 Server Information
Height
1.69″
Width
17.3″
Depth
28″
Weight
max 34lbs
Wattage
670W
Voltage
110 or 220 VAC, 47-63Hz
Heat Dissipation
662 to 2390 BTU/hr
Operating Temperature
50F to 95F
Acoustical Noise Emissi...
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IBM x3655 Tech Specs & Service Guide
x3655 Server Information
Height
3.36″
Width
17.5″
Depth
27.48″
Weight
46.5lbs to 64lbs
Wattage
835W
Voltage
110 or 240 VAC, 50-60Hz
Heat Dissipation
1230 to 2840 BTU/hr
Operating Temperature
50F to 95F
Acoustical N...
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IBM x3250 Tech Specs & Service Guide
x3250 Server Information
Height
1.75″
Width
17.32″
Depth
22″
Weight
max 28lbs
Wattage
100W to 300W
Voltage
110 or 220 VAC, 47-63Hz
Heat Dissipation
341 to 1024 BTU/hr
Operating Temperature
50F to 95F
Acoustical Noi...
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IBM x3650 Tech Specs & Service Guide
x3650 Server Information
Height
3.36″
Width
17.5″
Depth
27.8″
Weight
46.5lbs to 64lbs
Wattage
360W to 835W
Voltage
100-240 VAC, 50-60Hz
Heat Dissipation
1230-3312 BTU/hr
Operating Temperature
50F to 95F
Acoustical ...
