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Preface
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................8
1.2 Unpacking the System .........................................................................................................8
1.3 System Features ..................................................................................................................9
1.4 Server Chassis Features ....................................................................................................10
Front Features ...................................................................................................................10
Control Panel Features ....................................................................................................11
Rear Features ...................................................................................................................12
1.5 Motherboard Layout ...........................................................................................................13
Quick Reference ...............................................................................................................14
Quick Reference Table ......................................................................................................15
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
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3 Installing the System into a Rack.......................................................................................21
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails ........................................................................21
Releasing the Inner Rail....................................................................................................22
Installing the Inner Rails on the Chassis ..........................................................................23
Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack ...........................................................................24
Sliding the Chassis onto the Rack Rails ...........................................................................25
Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation
3.1 Removing Power ...................................................................................................................
3.2 Accessing the System ...........................................................................................................
3.3 Motherboard Components .....................................................................................................
