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Preface
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................9
Configuration Options
........................................................................................................10
Ultra Riser Cards ...........................................................................................................10
WIO 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 ..........................................................................................................................14
Power Supply Indicator ..................................................................................................14
Expansion Slots and Riser Cards .................................................................................15
LAN Speed Indicator .....................................................................................................15
Top View ............................................................................................................................16
1.3 System Architecture ...........................................................................................................17
Main Components .............................................................................................................17
System Block Diagram ......................................................................................................18
1.4 Motherboard Layout ..........................................................................................................19
Quick Reference ...............................................................................................................20
Motherboard Block Diagram .............................................................................................21
Chapter 2 Server Installation
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................22
2.2 Unpacking the System .......................................................................................................22
2.3 Preparing for Setup ............................................................................................................22
Choosing a Setup Location ...............................................................................................22
Rack Precautions ..............................................................................................................23
Server Precautions ............................................................................................................23
Rack Mounting Considerations .........................................................................................23
2.4 Installing the Rails ..............................................................................................................25
Identifying the Rails ...........................................................................................................25
