Supermicro Storage SuperServer SSG-640P-E1CR24H, User Manual

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................9
Models .................................................................................................................................9
1.2 System Features ................................................................................................................10
Front View .........................................................................................................................10
Drive Carrier Indicators ..................................................................................................10
Control Panel .................................................................................................................11
Rear View ..........................................................................................................................12
Power Supply Indicator ..................................................................................................13
1.3 System Architecture ...........................................................................................................14
1.4 Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................................................16
Quick Reference Table ......................................................................................................17
Motherboard Block Diagram .............................................................................................19
Chapter 2 Server Installation
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................20
2.2 Unpacking the System .......................................................................................................20
2.3 Preparing for Setup ............................................................................................................20
Choosing a Setup Location ...............................................................................................20
Rack Precautions ..............................................................................................................21
Server Precautions ............................................................................................................21
Rack Mounting Considerations .........................................................................................21
Ambient Operating Temperature ....................................................................................21
Airflow ............................................................................................................................22
Mechanical Loading .......................................................................................................22
Circuit Overloading ........................................................................................................22
Reliable Ground .............................................................................................................22
2.4 Installing the Rails ..............................................................................................................23
Identifying the Rails ...........................................................................................................23
Releasing the Inner Rail....................................................................................................24
Installing the Inner Rails on the Chassis ..........................................................................25
Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack ...........................................................................25
2.5 Installing the Chassis into a Rack ......................................................................................27