Preface
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................9
1.2 Unpacking the System .......................................................................................................10
1.3 FatTwin: System Notes ......................................................................................................10
Nodes ................................................................................................................................10
System Power ...................................................................................................................10
Backplane/Drives ..............................................................................................................10
1.4 System Features ................................................................................................................11
1.5 Server Chassis Features ....................................................................................................12
Control Panel ....................................................................................................................12
Front Features ...................................................................................................................13
Rear Features ...................................................................................................................14
1.6 Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................................................15
Quick Reference Table ......................................................................................................16
Chapter 2 Server Installation
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................18
2.2 Preparing for Setup ............................................................................................................18
Choosing a Setup Location ...............................................................................................18
Rack Precautions ..............................................................................................................18
Server Precautions ............................................................................................................19
Rack Mounting Considerations .........................................................................................19
Ambient Operating Temperature ....................................................................................19
Airflow
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Mechanical Loading .......................................................................................................19
Circuit Overloading ........................................................................................................20
Reliable Ground .............................................................................................................20
2.3 Installing the Rails ..............................................................................................................21
Identifying the Rails ...........................................................................................................21
Installing the Chassis Rails ...............................................................................................22
Installing the Rack Rails ...................................................................................................23
2.4 Installing the Server into a Rack ........................................................................................23
