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Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2
Serverboard Features ..................................................................................... 1-2
Processor ........................................................................................................ 1-2
Memory ........................................................................................................... 1-2
Onboard SATA ................................................................................................. 1-2
PCI Expansion Slots ....................................................................................... 1-2
Onboard Controllers/Ports .............................................................................. 1-2
Other Features ................................................................................................ 1-2
1-3
Server Chassis Features ................................................................................ 1-4
System Power ................................................................................................. 1-4
SATA Subsystem ............................................................................................. 1-4
Front Control Panel ......................................................................................... 1-4
I/O Backplane .................................................................................................. 1-4
Rear I/O ........................................................................................................... 1-4
Cooling System ............................................................................................... 1-5
Mounting Rails ................................................................................................ 1-5
Air Shrouds ..................................................................................................... 1-5
1-4
Contacting Supermicro .................................................................................... 1-6
1-5
: System Notes ................................................................................. 1-7
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Nodes .............................................................................................................. 1-7
System Power ................................................................................................. 1-7
SATA Backplane/Drives ................................................................................... 1-7
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Overview ......................................................................................................... 2-1
2-2
Unpacking the System .................................................................................... 2-1
2-3
Preparing for Setup ......................................................................................... 2-1
Choosing a Setup Location ............................................................................. 2-2
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
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