Chapter 2: Server Installation; 2-1 Overview; Unpacking The System; Preparing For Setup - Supero AS-4041M-82R User Manual

Supermicro as-4041m-82r servers: user guide
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2-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 4041M-
T2R/4041M-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 system has come to you with the processors
and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a
serverboard, processors, system memory etc., please turn to the chapter or section
noted in each step for details on installing specifi c components. The SuperServer
4041M-T2R/4041M-82R may be employed either as a tower or rackmounted as a
4U chassis. If using it in a tower confi guration, please read Server Precautions in
the next section and then skip ahead to Section 2-5.
2-2

Unpacking the System

You should inspect the box the system was shipped in and note if it was damaged
in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should fi le a damage claim with
the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the SuperServer 4041M-T2R/4041M-82R. It should
be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where
heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fi elds are generated. You will also need
it placed near a grounded power outlet. Read the Rack and Server Precautions in
the next section.
2-3

Preparing for Setup

The box the system was shipped in may include two sets of rail assemblies, two
rail mounting brackets and mounting screws needed for installing 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

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