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Preface
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................9
1.2 System Features ................................................................................................................10
Front View .........................................................................................................................10
Control Panel .................................................................................................................11
Rear View ..........................................................................................................................12
1.3 System Architecture ...........................................................................................................13
Board Locations ................................................................................................................13
1.4 Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................................................14
Quick Reference Table ......................................................................................................15
Motherboard Block Diagram .............................................................................................17
Chapter 2 System Installation
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................18
2.2 Unpacking the System .......................................................................................................18
2.3 Preparing for Setup ............................................................................................................18
Choosing a Setup Location ...............................................................................................18
Rack Precautions for the Optional Rack Mount Kit ..........................................................18
Server Precautions ............................................................................................................19
Workstation Precautions ...................................................................................................19
Rack Mounting Considerations .........................................................................................19
Ambient Operating Temperature ....................................................................................19
Airflow ............................................................................................................................20
Mechanical Loading .......................................................................................................20
Circuit Overloading ........................................................................................................20
Reliable Ground .............................................................................................................20
2.4 Preparing the Chassis for Rackmounting ..........................................................................22
2.5 Installing the Optional Rails ...............................................................................................23
2.6 Installing the System into the Rack....................................................................................28
2.7 Control Panel Orientation ...................................................................................................31
Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation
3.1 Removing Power ................................................................................................................33
3.2 Accessing the System ........................................................................................................34
3.3 Motherboard Components ..................................................................................................35