Supero 1028GQ-TR, User Manual

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SUPERSERVER 1028GQ-TR(T) User's Manual
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ..............................................................................1-1
1-1 Overview ........................................................................................................ 1-1
1-2 Motherboard Features ..................................................................................... 1-2
Processors ...................................................................................................... 1-2
Memory ........................................................................................................... 1-2
Onboard Serial ATA ........................................................................................ 1-2
Input/Output Ports ........................................................................................... 1-2
Graphics Controller ......................................................................................... 1-2
1-3 Chassis Features ........................................................................................... 1-4
System Power ................................................................................................. 1-4
Hard Drives ..................................................................................................... 1-4
GPU and PCI Expansion Slots ....................................................................... 1-4
Front Control Panel ......................................................................................... 1-4
Cooling System ............................................................................................... 1-4
1-4 Contacting Supermicro .................................................................................... 1-5
Chapter 2 Server Installation
2-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 2-1
2-2
Unpacking the System .................................................................................... 2-1
2-3 Preparing for Setup ......................................................................................... 2-1
Choosing a Setup Location ............................................................................. 2-1
2-4 Warnings and Precautions .............................................................................. 2-2
Rack Precautions ............................................................................................ 2-2
Server Precautions .......................................................................................... 2-2
Rack Mounting Considerations ....................................................................... 2-3
Ambient Operating Temperature ................................................................ 2-3
Reduced Airflow ......................................................................................... 2-3
Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 2-3
Circuit Overloading ..................................................................................... 2-3
Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 2-3
2-5 Installing the System into a Rack ................................................................... 2-4
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails ...................................................... 2-4
Installing the Optional Inner Rail Extensions .................................................. 2-5
Assembling the Outer Rails ............................................................................ 2-6
Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack ......................................................... 2-7
Installing and Removing the Chassis From a Rack ....................................... 2-8