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Using the Modular Server System
Minimum Hardware Requirements
To successfully power up the Intel
avoid integration difficulties and possible system damage, your modular server system
must meet the minimum hardware requirements listed in the
following table.
Ethernet switch module
Storage control module
Management module
Power supply module
Power supply blank
I/O cooling module
Main cooling module
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Compute Module
Compute module blanks
Note: * Base MFSYS25 and MFSYS35 configurations include two power supply
Starting Up Server System
The Intel
When the chassis has at least one power supply with power cord plugged into an
appropriate electrical outlet, standby power is available. With standby current, a user can
remotely connect to the management module and/or power on a compute module. Each
compute module has a front panel power switch. Refer to the appropriate compute module
Technical Product Specification and User Guide.
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Modular Server System User Guide
Table 6. Hardware Requirements
Component
modules and two blank power supply fan modules
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Modular Server System MFSYS25/MFSYS35 does not have a power switch.
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Modular Server System MFSYS25/MFSYS35 and to
Quantity
1
Slot labeled SWM1
1
Slot labeled SCM1
1
Slot labeled CMM
1*
Power supply module bay 1
3
Power supply module bays 2, 3 and 4
1
I/O cooling module bay
2
Main cooling module bays 1 and 2
1
Compute module slot 1
5
Compute module slots 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6
Location
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