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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.3 FatTwin: System Notes
As a FatTwin configuration, the AS -F1114S-RNTR is a unique server system. With eight
system boards incorporated into a single chassis acting as eight separate nodes, there are
several points you should keep in mind.
Nodes
Each of the eight motherboards act as a separate node in the system. As independent nodes,
each may be powered off and on without affecting the others. In addition, each node is a
hot-swappable unit that may be removed from the chassis. The nodes are connected to the
server backplane by means of an adapter card.
Note:
A guide pin is located between the upper and lower nodes on the inner chassis wall.
This guide pin also acts as a “stop” when a node is fully installed. If too much force is used
when inserting a node this pin may break off. Take care to slowly slide a node in until you
hear the “click” of the locking tab seating itself.
System Power
Four 2200W power supplies are used to provide the power for all motherboards. Each
serverboard however, can be shut down independently of the others with the power button
on its own control panel.