Supermicro A+ Server AS -2014TP-HTR, User Manual

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A+ Server AS -2014TP-HTR User's Manual
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................8
1.2 Unpacking the System .........................................................................................................8
1.3 System Features ..................................................................................................................9
1.4 2U Twin2: System Notes ....................................................................................................10
Nodes ................................................................................................................................10
System Power ...................................................................................................................10
Hard Drive Backplane/Drives ............................................................................................10
1.5 Server Chassis Features ....................................................................................................11
Control Panel ....................................................................................................................11
Front Features ...................................................................................................................13
Rear Features ...................................................................................................................14
1.6 Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................................................15
Quick Reference Table ......................................................................................................16
Chapter 2 Server Installation
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................18
2.2 Preparing for Setup ............................................................................................................18
Choosing a Setup Location ...............................................................................................18
Rack Precautions ..............................................................................................................18
Server Precautions ............................................................................................................19
Rack Mounting Considerations .........................................................................................19
Ambient Operating Temperature ....................................................................................19
Airflow ............................................................................................................................19
Mechanical Loading .......................................................................................................19
Circuit Overloading ........................................................................................................20
Reliable Ground .............................................................................................................20
2.3 Installing the Rails ..............................................................................................................21
Identifying the Rails ...........................................................................................................21
Locking Tabs .....................................................................................................................22
Releasing the Inner Rail....................................................................................................22
Installing the Chassis Rails ...............................................................................................23
Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack ..............................................................................24
Standard Chassis Installation............................................................................................25