# Server Diagrams

It can be very useful to provide a block diagram of each server with the major components detailed. Alternatively, a VISIO template can be a useful base.

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<figure><img src="/files/ypF28FKgsYW45NrIDEYI" alt=""><figcaption><p>Server Diagram Dell PE750</p></figcaption></figure>

On a physical diagram, show a representation and include notes explaining:

1. Network connections, purpose, media type and description. Most servers come with 2 x 1Gb/s integrated on the mother board. What will these be used for?&#x20;
2. You will probably add a card with 2 or 4 x 10Gb/s. What will these be used for?&#x20;
3. Show the media and connector type, otherwise the patch cables may be incorrect.&#x20;
4. Any other external connections, BMC for example?&#x20;
5. Dual PSUs if present, to separate power rails.&#x20;
6. Disk slots and types, RAID arrays or storage organization details.&#x20;
7. Memory and processor(s), at install, show eventual capacity.&#x20;
8. For redundancy, you may be connecting to multiple switches, if so, you need to clearly show this.

On a logical diagram, show:

1. The management address and interface&#x20;
2. The interfaces and VLANs to which it connects to and their characteristics.

You may combine diagrams and annotations always help.


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