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Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................9
Configuration Options
........................................................................................................10
Ultra Riser Cards ...........................................................................................................10
Storage Protocols .........................................................................................................10
Power Supply Options ...................................................................................................10
1.2 System Features ................................................................................................................11
Front View .........................................................................................................................11
Drive Carrier Indicators ..................................................................................................11
Control Panel .................................................................................................................12
Rear View ..........................................................................................................................13
Expansion Slots and Riser Cards ................................................................................13
LAN Speed Indicator .....................................................................................................14
Power Supply Indicator ..................................................................................................14
Top View ............................................................................................................................15
1.3 System Architecture ...........................................................................................................16
Main Components .............................................................................................................16
System Block Diagram ......................................................................................................17
1.4 Motherboard Layout ..........................................................................................................18
Quick Reference ...............................................................................................................19
Motherboard Block Diagram .............................................................................................20
Chapter 2 Server Installation
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................21
2.2 Unpacking the System .......................................................................................................21
2.3 Preparing for Setup ............................................................................................................21
Choosing a Setup Location ...............................................................................................21
Rack Precautions ..............................................................................................................22
Server Precautions ............................................................................................................22
Rack Mounting Considerations .........................................................................................22
Ambient Operating Temperature ....................................................................................22
Airflow
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Mechanical Loading .......................................................................................................23
