SUPER MICRO Computer 7047A-73 Chapter Installation, Unpacking the System, Preparing for Setup

Chapter 2: Installation

Chapter 2

Installation

2-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperWorkstation 7047A- 73/7047A-T 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 processor and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a serverboard, proces- sor, system memory etc., please turn to the chapter or section noted in each step for details on installing specific components.

The 7047A-73/7047A-T may be employed either as a tower or mounted in a rack as a 4U rackmount chassis. If using it as a tower unit, please read the Server Precau- tions in the next section before using the system for the first time.

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 system itself shows damage you should file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.

Decide on a suitable location for the SuperWorkstation. 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. Be sure to 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.

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