Supermicro 7044H-82, User Manual

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Chapter 2: Server Installation
2-1
Chapter 2
Server Installation
2-1 Overview
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer
7044H-82R/7044H-X8R/7044H-82 up and running. Following these steps in
the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a
minimum amount of time. This quick setup assumes that your system has
come to you with the processors and memory preinstalled. If your system
is not already fully integrated with a serverboard, processors, system
memory etc., please turn to the chapter or section noted in each step for
details on installing specific components. The 7044H-82R/7044H-X8R/
7044H-82 may be employed either as a tower or mounted in a rack as a 4U
rackmount chassis. If using it as a tower unit, please read the Server
Precautions in the next section and then skip ahead to Section 2-5.
2-2 Unpacking the System
You should inspect the box the system was shipped in and note if it was
damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should file a
damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the SuperServer 7044H-82R/7044H-X8R/
7044H-82. It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well
ventilated. Avoid areas where heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic
fields are generated. You will also need it placed near a grounded power
outlet. Be sure to read the Rack and Server Precautions in the next section.
2-3 Preparing for Setup
The box the system was shipped in may include two sets of rail assemblies, two
rail mounting brackets and mounting screws needed for installing the system into
a rack (optional kit). Follow the steps in the order given to complete the instal-
lation process in a minimum amount of time. Please read this section in its
entirety before you begin the installation procedure outlined in the sections that
follow.