The Extension Shelf
The device may only be opened by qualified personnel.
The device must be connected to a socket with earth contact.
Ensure easy access to the power outlets.
Caution, risk of electric shock: To disconnect the power supply, all power sources must be disconnected to prevent the risk of electric shock.
Caution, risk of electric shock
The Shelf is the expansion unit of the Silent Brick Library. It contains fourteen slots (13) for Silent Brick Storage Containers, as well as two power supplies (16) for energy provision.
On the front of the device, three light-emitting diodes (10) are located in the upper left corner. These indicate the device status as follows:
Green: The system is active.
Yellow: The system is in standby mode.
Red: The system has detected an error (This LED illuminates in addition to the operating status).
At the lower corners of the front of the device are the locking levers (14). These levers allow the anchoring between the device and the rack rails to be released.
Fig.: Shelf Overview
Fig.: Shelf Front
No. | Designation |
10 | Operating status indicator |
13 | Slots for Silent Bricks |
14 | Locking lever |
Fig.: Extension Shelf Revision 1 Rear
Fig.: Extension Shelf Revision 2 Rear
No. | Designation |
15 | Handle |
16 | Power Supply |
17 | SAS Ports (SFF-8644) |
18 | Shelf Communication Ports (100Mbit Ethernet RJ45) |
22 | Rack rails |
28 | Fan |