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So if something breaks on a server, like a PSU unit, or a HDD, would you need to shut down the entire server, drain the liquid (or raise the server), and then s
by TobbenTM 15y ago
So if something breaks on a server, like a PSU unit, or a HDD, would you need to shut down the entire server, drain the liquid (or raise the server), and then swap out affected parts?
Would that not be very unpractical?
- xearl 15y agothey have a video demonstrating how to do server maintenance: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZmm7P1mPZs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZmm7P1mPZs no need to shut down the server. you pull it out and swap the parts (for front-accessible hotswap HDDs you won't even have to pull it out). cabling is designed to accommodate that. i can imagine, though, that "pulling out" a 4U storage box fully loaded with hdds may become a bit strenuous.
- nknight 15y agoJust pulling a 2U system with 2 HDDs out of an ordinary rack is strenuous if you're not it decent shape, yanking a loaded 4U box out in the manner that video shows is a quick path to pain. I think they need to build a simple pulley or hydraulic lift system for these.