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Preface
Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

1-1 Overview .........................................................................................................1-1
1-2 Serverboard Features .....................................................................................1-2
Processors ......................................................................................................1-2
Memory ...........................................................................................................1-2
UIO ..................................................................................................................1-2
Serial ATA .......................................................................................................1-2
Onboard Controllers/Ports ..............................................................................1-2
Graphics Controller .........................................................................................1-3
Other Features ................................................................................................1-3
1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................1-3
System Power .................................................................................................1-3
SATA Subsystem .............................................................................................1-3
PCI Expansion Slots .......................................................................................1-3
Front Control Panel .........................................................................................1-3
I/O Backplane ..................................................................................................1-4
Cooling System ...............................................................................................1-4
1-4 Contacting Supermicro ....................................................................................1-6

Chapter 2 Server Installation

2-1 Overview .........................................................................................................2-1
2-2 Unpacking the System ....................................................................................2-1
2-3 Preparing for Setup .........................................................................................2-1
Choosing a Setup Location .............................................................................2-1
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 Airow .........................................................................................2-3
Mechanical Loading ...................................................................................2-3
Circuit Overloading .....................................................................................2-3
Reliable Ground .........................................................................................2-3