Supermicro SC847E1C Series, User Manual

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Chapter 5: Rack Installation
Chapter 5
Rack Installation
5-1 Overview
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your chassis up and running.
Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system
operational within a minimal amount of time.
5-2 Unpacking the System
You should inspect the box which the chassis was shipped in and note if it was
damaged in any way. If the chassis itself shows damage, you should file a damage
claim with the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold your chassis. 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. The system needs
to be placed near a grounded power outlet. Be sure to read the Rack and Server
Precautions in the next section.
5-3 Preparing for Setup
The box your chassis was shipped in should include two sets of rail assemblies and
the mounting screws needed for installing the system into the rack. Also included
is an optional square hole to round hole converter bracket, for use in racks with
round mounting holes.
Please read this section in its entirety before you begin the
installation procedure outlined in the sections that follow
.
Choosing a Setup Location
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Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front
door completely (~25 inches).
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Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for
sufficient airflow and ease in servicing.
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This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated
equipment rooms, service closets and the like).