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Preface
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................9
1.2 System Features ................................................................................................................10
Control Panel .................................................................................................................11
Rear View ..........................................................................................................................12
AIOM Network Ports .........................................................................................................13
Power Supply Options ...................................................................................................13
Node Trays ....................................................................................................................14
1.3 System Architecture ...........................................................................................................16
Main Components .............................................................................................................16
System Block Diagram ......................................................................................................17
1.4 Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................................................19
Quick Reference Table ......................................................................................................20
Motherboard Block Diagram .............................................................................................21
Chapter 2 Server Installation
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................22
2.2 Unpacking the System .......................................................................................................22
2.3 Preparing for Setup ............................................................................................................22
Choosing a Setup Location ...............................................................................................22
Rack Precautions ..............................................................................................................23
Server Precautions ............................................................................................................23
Rack Mounting Considerations .........................................................................................23
Ambient Operating Temperature ....................................................................................23
Airflow ............................................................................................................................24
Mechanical Loading .......................................................................................................24
Circuit Overloading ........................................................................................................24
Reliable Ground .............................................................................................................24
2.3 Rack Mounting Instructions ................................................................................................26
Overview of the Rack Rails ...............................................................................................26
Adjusting the Rail Length ..............................................................................................26
Installing the Rails on a Rack ...........................................................................................27
Chassis Installation ...........................................................................................................28