Supermicro A+ AS -2114GT-DNR, User Manual

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Contents
Contents
Contacting Supermicro ................................................................................................................7
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................8
1.2 Unpacking the System .........................................................................................................8
1.3 System Features ..................................................................................................................9
1.4 Chassis Features ...............................................................................................................10
Control Panel ....................................................................................................................10
System: Front View ...........................................................................................................11
System: Rear View ............................................................................................................12
1.5 Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................................................13
Quick Reference Table ......................................................................................................15
Chipset Block Diagram......................................................................................................16
Chapter 2 Server Installation
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................17
2.2 Preparing for Setup ............................................................................................................17
Choosing a Setup Location ...............................................................................................17
Rack Precautions ..............................................................................................................17
Server Precautions ............................................................................................................18
Rack Mounting Considerations .........................................................................................18
Ambient Operating Temperature ....................................................................................18
Airflow ............................................................................................................................18
Mechanical Loading .......................................................................................................18
Circuit Overloading ........................................................................................................18
Reliable Ground .............................................................................................................19
2.3 Rack Mounting Instructions ................................................................................................20
Overview of the Rack Rails ...............................................................................................20
Adjusting the Rail Length ..............................................................................................20
Installing the Rails on a Rack ...........................................................................................21
Chassis Installation ...........................................................................................................22
Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation
3.1 Removing Power ................................................................................................................23
3.2 Accessing the System ........................................................................................................23
3.3 Static-Sensitive Devices .....................................................................................................26