SUPERSERVER
2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup
After you install the
1. Accessing the inside of the System (see Figure 2-4)
First, release the retention screws that secure the system to the rack. Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the system straight out until it locks (you will hear a "click"). Next, remove the four screws (two on the sides and two on the top) that secure the top cover to the chassis. Place your thumbs in the two rectangular recesses and push the cover away from you (toward the rear of the chassis) until it stops. You can then lift the top cover from the chassis to gain full access to the inside of the server.
To remove the system from the rack completely, depress the locking tabs in the chassis rails (push the
2. Check the CPUs (processors)
You may have one or two processors already installed in each of the two server- boards. Each processor needs its own heatsink. See Chapter 5 for instructions on processor and heatsink installation.
3. Check the system memory
Your 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.
4. Installing add-on cards
You can install two
5. Check all cable connections and airflow
Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking the chassis airfl ow. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections.