2-1 Overview; Unpacking The Superworkstation 7044A-82R; Preparing For Setup - Supero SuperServer 7044A-82R User Manual

2-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 7044A-82R
up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to
have the system operational within a minimum amount of time. This quick setup
assumes that your SuperServer 7044A-82R system has come to you with the
processors and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully inte-
grated with a serverboard, processors, system memory etc., please turn to the
chapter or section noted in each step for details on installing specific compo-
nents. The 7044A-82R may be employed either as a tower or mounted in a rack
as a 4U rackmount chassis. If using it as a server, please read Server Precau-
tions in the next section and then skip ahead to Section 2-5.
2-2 Unpacking the 7044A-82R
You should inspect the box the SuperServer 7044A-82R was shipped in and note
if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should file
a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the SuperServer 7044A-82R. It should be
situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where heat,
electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated. You will also need it
placed near a grounded power outlet. Read the Rack and Server Precautions in
the next section.
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Preparing for Setup

The box the SuperServer 7044A-82R was shipped in may include two sets of rail
assemblies, two rail mounting brackets and mounting screws needed for install-
ing the system into a rack (optional kit). Follow the steps in the order given to
complete the installation process in a minimum amount of time. Please read this
section in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure outlined in the
sections that follow.
Chapter 2
Server Installation
2-1
Chapter 2: Server Installation