SUPER MICRO Computer 1012G-MTF user manual Checking the Drive Bay Setup, Checking the Components

Chapter 2: Server Installation

Checking the Components

1.You may have the processor already installed into the system board. The processor should have its own heatsink attached. See Chapter 5 for instructions on processor installation.

2.Your 1012G-MTFF server system may have come with system memory already installed. Make sure all DIMMs are fully seated in their slots. For details on adding system memory, refer to Chapter 5.

3.If desired, you can install an add-on card to the system. See Chapter 5 for details on installing a PCI add-on card.

4.Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking the airflow. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections.

Checking the Airflow

1.Follow the steps for "Accessing the Inside of the System" in Section 2-6 to remove the top chassis cover.

2.Check that all power and data cables have been routed in such a way that they do not block the airflow generated by the fans.

Providing Power

1.Plug the power cord from the power supply unit into a high-quality power strip that offers protection from electrical noise and power surges. It is recommended that you use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

2.Depress the power button on the front of the chassis to power up the system.

2-7 Checking the Drive Bay Setup

Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SAS/SATA drives and their backplane have been properly installed and all essential connections have been made.

Airflow is provided by four high-performance 4-cm input fans. The system component layout was carefully designed to promote sufficient airflow through the small 1U rackmount space.

Checking the Drives

1.Check the SAS/SATA disk drives. These drives can be installed and removed from the front of the chassis without removing the top chassis cover

2.Follow the steps for "Accessing the Inside of the System" in Section 2-5 to remove the top chassis cover.

3.Check the DVD-ROM drive. Refer to Chapter 6 if you need to reinstall a DVD- ROM drive to the system.

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