Removing the shipping brackets

A server shipped in a rack is secured by shipping brackets. To allow the server tray to be extended out of the rack during normal server operation, remove these shipping brackets.

Prerequisites

Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have a T-25 Torx screwdriver available.

Procedure
  1. Remove the screws securing the shipping bracket.
  2. Remove the shipping bracket from the front rack column.

    Removing the shipping brackets
  3. Repeat steps 1–2 to remove the bracket from the other opposite rack column.

    Retain the shipping brackets and screws in case there is a need to ship or transport the rack-mounted server at a later date.