Supermicro 6018R-WTR User manual

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Preface
About This Manual
This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It
provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T).
Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
The SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T) is a 1U rackmount server based on the
SC815TQ-R706WB server chassis and the X10DRW-i(T) serverboard. The
SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T) system's WIO platform has major advantages over
E-ATX/ATX platforms in small form factor 1U and 2U systems by increasing I/O
performance by use of multiple full-height, full-length add-on cards. Please refer to
our web site for updates on supported processors.
The only difference between the 6018R-WTR and 6018R-WTRT servers is that
the 6018R-WTR use 1Gps dual LAN ports and the 6018R-WTRT uses 10Gps dual
LAN ports.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1: Introduction
The first chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with the
server system and describes the main features of the X10DRW-i(T) serverboard
and the SC815TQ-R706WB chassis.
Chapter 2: Server Installation
Thischapterdescribesthe stepsnecessarytoinstalltheSuperServer6018R-WTR(T)
into a rack and check out the server configuration prior to powering up the system.
If your server was ordered without the processor and memory components, this
chapter will refer you to the appropriate sections of the manual for their installation.
Chapter 3: System Interface
Refer to this chapter for details on the system interface, which includes the functions
and information provided by the control panel on the chassis as well as other LEDs
located throughout the system.
Chapter 4: Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems
You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview
of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the
SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T).
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Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
This chapter provides detailed information on the X10DRW-i(T) serverboard,
including the locations and functions of connectors, headers and jumpers. Refer
to this chapter when adding or removing processors or main memory and when
reconfiguring the serverboard.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC815TQ-R706WB chassis.
You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing
or reconfiguring Serial ATA or peripheral drives and when replacing system power
supply units and cooling fans.
Chapter 7: BIOS
The BIOS chapter includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information
on running the CMOS Setup Utility.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Error Codes
Appendix B: Installing Windows
Appendix C: System Specifications

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1-1 Overview .........................................................................................................1-1
1-2 Serverboard Features..................................................................................... 1-2
Processors ......................................................................................................1-2
Memory ...........................................................................................................1-2
SAS/SATA........................................................................................................1-2
PCI Expansion Slots....................................................................................... 1-3
Rear I/O Ports.................................................................................................1-3
1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................1-3
System Power................................................................................................. 1-3
Hard Drive Subsystem.................................................................................... 1-3
PCI Expansion Slots....................................................................................... 1-3
Front Control Panel.........................................................................................1-4
I/O Backplane.................................................................................................. 1-4
Cooling System............................................................................................... 1-4
1-4 Advanced Power Management.......................................................................1-4
Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM).................................................1-4
Manageability Engine (ME)............................................................................. 1-4
1-5 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............................................................................. 2-2
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 Airflow .........................................................................................2-3
Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 2-3
Circuit Overloading..................................................................................... 2-4
Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 2-4
2-5 Installing the System into a Rack ...................................................................2-5
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails......................................................2-5
Installing the Inner Rails ................................................................................. 2-5

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Installing the Outer Rails.................................................................................2-6
Installing the Server into the Rack.................................................................. 2-7
2-6 Checking the Serverboard Setup.................................................................... 2-8
2-7 Checking the Drive Bay Setup........................................................................ 2-9
Chapter 3 System Interface
3-1 Overview .........................................................................................................3-1
3-2 Control Panel Buttons..................................................................................... 3-2
Reset...............................................................................................................3-2
Power.............................................................................................................. 3-2
UID.................................................................................................................. 3-2
3-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................3-3
Information LED.............................................................................................. 3-3
NIC2................................................................................................................ 3-3
NIC1................................................................................................................ 3-3
HDD................................................................................................................. 3-3
Power.............................................................................................................. 3-4
3-4 Hard Drive Carrier LEDs................................................................................. 3-4
Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems
4-1 About Standardized Warning Statements.......................................................4-1
Warning Definition...........................................................................................4-1
Installation Instructions.................................................................................... 4-4
Circuit Breaker ................................................................................................ 4-5
Power Disconnection Warning........................................................................4-6
Equipment Installation.....................................................................................4-8
Restricted Area................................................................................................ 4-9
Battery Handling............................................................................................ 4-10
Redundant Power Supplies ..........................................................................4-12
Backplane Voltage ........................................................................................ 4-13
Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes........................................4-14
Product Disposal........................................................................................... 4-15
Easy Swap Fan Warning ..............................................................................4-16
Power Cable and AC Adapter ......................................................................4-18

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Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup
5-1 Handling the Serverboard............................................................................... 5-1
Precautions .....................................................................................................5-1
Unpacking .......................................................................................................5-1
5-2 Connecting Cables..........................................................................................5-2
Connecting Data Cables................................................................................. 5-2
Connecting Power Cables ..............................................................................5-2
Connecting the Control Panel......................................................................... 5-3
5-3 Rear I/O Ports.................................................................................................5-4
5-4 Installing the Processor and Heatsink ............................................................5-5
Installing an LGA 2011 Processor...................................................................5-5
Installing and Removing a Passive CPU Heatsink.........................................5-8
5-5 Installing Memory............................................................................................ 5-9
Memory Support..............................................................................................5-9
DIMM Installation ............................................................................................ 5-9
5-4 Serverboard Details ...................................................................................... 5-12
5-7 Connector Definitions ...................................................................................5-15
Power Connectors ...................................................................................5-15
Power Button ........................................................................................... 5-15
Reset Button ...........................................................................................5-16
Power Fail LED........................................................................................ 5-16
Overheat (OH)/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/UID LED............................................5-16
NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators.......................................................................5-16
HDD/UID LED .......................................................................................... 5-16
Power LED ..............................................................................................5-17
NMI Button ............................................................................................... 5-17
Ethernet Ports .......................................................................................... 5-17
Chassis Intrusion ..................................................................................... 5-17
Video Connection..................................................................................... 5-17
Universal Serial Bus (USB)...................................................................... 5-18
TPM/Port 80 Header................................................................................ 5-18
Unit Identifier Switch/UID LED Indicator.................................................. 5-19
Internal Speaker.......................................................................................5-19
Standby Power Header............................................................................ 5-19
Power SMB (I2C) Connector .................................................................... 5-20
IPMB......................................................................................................... 5-20
Fan Headers............................................................................................. 5-20
S-SGPIO and I-SGPIO 1/2 Headers........................................................ 5-20

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5-8 Jumper Settings............................................................................................ 5-21
Explanation of Jumpers ................................................................................5-21
CMOS Clear.............................................................................................5-21
LAN Enable/Disable................................................................................. 5-22
Watch Dog Enable/Disable ......................................................................5-22
VGA Enable.............................................................................................. 5-22
BMC Enable ............................................................................................ 5-22
I2C Bus to PCI-E Slots.............................................................................5-23
Manufacturer Mode Select....................................................................... 5-23
5-9 Onboard LED Indicators ...............................................................................5-24
GLAN LEDs.............................................................................................. 5-24
IPMI Dedicated LAN LEDs....................................................................... 5-24
BMC Heartbeat LED ................................................................................5-24
Onboard Power LED ............................................................................... 5-25
5-10 SATA Connections......................................................................................... 5-25
SATA 3.0 Ports......................................................................................... 5-25
5-11 Installing Software......................................................................................... 5-26
SuperDoctor 5............................................................................................... 5-27
5-12 Serverboard Battery...................................................................................... 5-29
Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup
6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices..................................................................................6-1
Precautions .....................................................................................................6-1
6-2 Control Panel .................................................................................................. 6-2
6-3 System Fans................................................................................................... 6-2
System Fan Failure......................................................................................... 6-3
6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal.......................................................................6-4
Removing the Front Bezel..............................................................................6-4
Accessing the Drive Bays............................................................................... 6-4
Hard Drive Installation.....................................................................................6-5
DVD-ROM Drive Installation ...........................................................................6-6
6-5 Power Supply..................................................................................................6-7
Redundant Power Supply Failure ..............................................................6-7

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Chapter 7 BIOS
7-1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 7-1
Starting BIOS Setup Utility..............................................................................7-1
How To Change the Configuration Data......................................................... 7-2
Starting the Setup Utility................................................................................. 7-2
7-2 Main Setup......................................................................................................7-2
7-3 Advanced Setup Configurations......................................................................7-3
7-4 Event Logs....................................................................................................7-23
7-5 IPMI...............................................................................................................7-25
7-6 Boot...............................................................................................................7-27
7-7 Security......................................................................................................... 7-28
7-8 Save & Exit................................................................................................... 7-29
Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix B System Specifications

Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T) is a high-end server comprised of two main
subsystems: the SC815TQ-R706WB 1U server chassis and the X10DRW-i(T) dual
processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating
systems that have been certified for use with the system (www.supermicro.com).
In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have
been included with the SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T) as listed below:
• One (1) SC815/113/116 Intel DP X9, X8 PC air shroud (MCP-310-19002-0N)
• One (1) 70-cm round 20-to-20-pin Front Panel Control Cable (CBL-0335L)
• Heatsinks:
One (1) 1U Passive CPU Heatsinks (SNK-P0047PSC OR SNK-P0057PSC)
One (1) 1U Passive CPU Heatsinks (SNK-P0057PS)
• Fans:
Four (4) 40x56mm 4-pin PWM chassis middle fans (FAN-0086L4)
One (1) 40x56mm 4-pin PWM chassis middle fan (MCP-340-00022-0N)
• IDE Accessories
One (1) Mini-IDE to IDE adapter for optional DVD (MCP-420-81501-IN)
One (1) 50-cm IDE 80-wire cable for DVD ROM, 30AWG cable (CBL-0139L)
One (1) 8-cm FDD DVD 4-pin power adapter cable 24AWG (CBL-0210L)
• SATA Accessories
One (1) HD backplane (BPN-SAS-815TQ-O-P)
One (1) 40-cm 8-pin to 8-pin round 28AWG cable (CBL-CDAT-0661)
One (1) set of 4 SATA 56/45.5/35/23-cm round 26AWG cable (CBL-0186L)
Four (4) hot-swap 3.5" hard-disk drive trays (MCP-220-00075-0B)
• One (1) riser card (RSC-R1UW-2E16-O-P)
• One (1) rail set for 1U (MCP-290-00054-0N)
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Note: For your system to work properly, please follow the links below to download
all necessary drivers/utilities and the user’s manual for your server.
• Supermicro product manuals: http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/
• Product drivers and utilities: ftp://ftp.supermicro.com
• Product safety information:
http://super-dev/about/policies/safety_information.cfm
• If you have any questions, please contact our support team at:
[email protected]
1-2 Serverboard Features
The SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T) is built around the X10DRW-i(T), a dual processor
serverboard based on the Intel PCH-C612 chipset and designed to provide
maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X10DRW-i(T),. (See
Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset.)
Processors
The X10DRW-i(T) supports single or dual Intel® Xeon E5-2600v3 Series processors.
Please refer to the serverboard description pages on our web site for a complete
listing of supported processors (www.supermicro.com).
Memory
The X10DRW-i(T) has sixteen (16) DIMM slots that can support up to 1024 GB
of ECC RDIMM or LRDIMM DDR4 2133/1866/1600/1333 MHz speed memory in
1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB size @ 1.2V voltage. See
Chapter 5 for details.
Note: For the latest CPU/memory updates, please refer to our website at http://
www.supermicro.com/products/serverboard.
SAS/SATA
A SATA controller is also integrated into the chipset to provide up to ten SATA 3.0
(6/Gbps) ports, which are RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 supported. The SATA drives are hot-
swappable units.
The BPN-SAS-815TQ SAS/SATA backplane can support SAS devices with a SAS
RAID/HBA add-on card (not included in the SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T)).
Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-
swap capability and RAID function of the SATA drives.

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PCI Expansion Slots
The X10DRW-i(T) has one (1) SMC-proprietary PCI-E 3.0 x16 slot, one (1) SMC-
proprietary PCI-E 3.0 x16+x16 slot, and one (1) PCI-E 3.0 x16 Add-On-Module
(AOM) slot for a mezzanine HBAcard. PCI slots are controlled by CPUs: both CPUs
must be installed to utilize all slots. See Chapter 5 for details.
Rear I/O Ports
Ports on the I/O backplane include one COM port, a VGA port, four USB 2.0 ports,
two gigabit (6018R-WTR) or 10-gigabit (6018R-WTRT) Ethernet ports and one IPMI
port. A UID (Unit Identifier) button and LED are also located beside the VGA port.
1-3 Server Chassis Features
The SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T) is built upon the SC815TQ-R706WB chassis.
Details on the chassis and on servicing procedures can be found in Chapter 6.The
following is a general outline of the main features of both chassis.
System Power
The SC815TQ-R706WB features both a primary and redundant 700/750 Watt power
supply (Part# PWS-706P-1R). The system does not need to be shut down when
replacing or removing a single power supply module.
Note: The power supplies are both redundant, hot-plug.
Hard Drive Subsystem
The SC815TQ-R706WB chassis was designed to support four 3.5" hot-swap SATA
hard drives. With a conversion kit (P/N: MCP-220-00043-0N) you can support
2.5" drives.
Note: For the 6018R-WTR, the hard drives are connected to four onboard SATA
connections from the SCU Controller.
PCI Expansion Slots
A riser card (RSC-R1UW-2E16-O-P) on the left side of the chassis can support two
PCI-E x16 add-on cards. See our webs site for details (http://www.supermicro.com/
products/info/UIO.cfm). See section 5-6 for further details.

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Front Control Panel
The chassis' control panel provides you with system monitoring and control. LEDs
indicate system power, HDD activity, network activity (two) and UID/overheat/fan
fail/power fail. A main power button, a system reset button and a UID button are
also included.
I/O Backplane
The SC815TQ-R706WB is an extended ATX form factor chassis that is designed
to be used in a 1U rackmount configuration. Ports on the I/O backplane include
one COM port, a VGA port, four USB 2.0 ports, two gigabit LAN Ethernet ports
and one dedicated IPMI LAN port. A UID (Unit Identifier) button and LED are also
located beside the VGA port.
Cooling System
The SC815TQ-R706WB chassis has an innovative cooling design that features
five (5) sets of 4-cm counter-rotating fans located in the middle section of the
chassis. There is a "Fan Speed Control Mode" setting in IPMI that allows chassis
fan speed to be determined by system temperature. The power supply module also
includes a cooling fan.
Note: The fans in this system are NOT redundant, hot-plug.
1-4 Advanced Power Management
Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM)
The Intel®Intelligent Power Node Manager (IPNM) provides your system with
real-time thermal control and power management for maximum energy efficiency.
Although IPNM Specification Version 1.5 is supported by the BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller), your system must also have IPNM-compatible
Manageability Engine (ME) firmware installed to use this feature.
Manageability Engine (ME)
The Manageability Engine, which is an ARC controller embedded in the IOH (I/O
Hub), provides Server Platform Services (SPS) to your system. The services
provided by SPS are different from those proveded by the ME on client platforms.

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Figure 1-1. Intel PCH-C612 Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
x16
P1
P1
P0
P0
CPU
FRONT
CPU
DMI
PE1
PE2
PE3
PE3 PE1PE2
DDR4 DIMM
4,5
port 0,1
REAR
DDR4 DIMM
#1
#2
DDR4 DIMM
A
G
x16
RIGHT
SLOT
SXB2
PCIE3.0 x16
x16
RJ45
JLAN1
UL1
RJ45
JLAN2
PHY
RTL8211E
PET
[3,4,6,7]
DMI
PET5
LPC
USB2.0
[6]
QPI
DualLAN
I350BT2
PROCESSOR
PROCESSOR
QPI
DDR4 DIMM
#2#1
DDR4 DIMM
DDR4 DIMM
BMC
SATA
Gen3
[0..5]
2,3
REAR
AST2400
DDR4 DIMM
B
DDR4 DIMM
CD
SocketID 01
EH
F
#1
#2
#1
#2
#1 2#
2
##1
#1
#2
#1 #2
x16
Left
SLOT
SXB1B
(lower)
PCIE
3.0
x16
SocketID 00
Left
SLOT
SXB1B
(Upper)
PCIE 3.0x16
AOM
J35
PCIE
3.0 x16
PCH
SPI
SPI
FLASH
32MB
BMC
DDR3
VGA
IPMI
LAN
RJ45
TPM Header
sSATA
Gen3
[0..3]
HDR2x5
WIO Slots
SXB1A
SXB1B
SXB1C
SXB2
PCIE x16
Upper Lower
PCIE x16 PCIE x16
Left Slot
Right Slot
HWM COM1
USB2.0
[0..5]
USB3.0
[1..6]
NC _SI(RMII)
x8
S-SATA3
SPI
FLASH
16MB
BIOS
DMI
S-SATA2
S-SATA1
S-SATA0 I-SATA0
I-SATA1
I-SATA2
I-SATA3
I-SATA4
I-SATA5
Rear

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1-5 Contacting Supermicro
Headquarters
Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
980 Rock Ave.
San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected] (General Information)
[email protected] (Technical Support)
Web Site: www.supermicro.com
Europe
Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.
Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML
's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected] (General Information)
[email protected] (Technical Support)
[email protected] (Customer Support)
Web Site: www.supermicro.nl
Asia-Pacific
Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
3F, No. 150, Jian 1st Rd.
Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City 235
Taiwan (R.O.C)
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web Site: www.supermicro.com.tw

Chapter 2: Server Installation
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Chapter 2
Server Installation
2-1 Overview
Thischapterprovidesa quicksetupchecklist togetyour SuperServer6018R-WTR(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 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 specific components.
2-2 Unpacking the System
You should inspect the box the SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T) was shipped in and
note if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should
file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold the SuperServer
6018R-WTR(T). 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 SuperServer 6018R-WTR(T) was shipped in should include two sets of
rail assemblies, two rail mounting brackets and the mounting screws you will need
to install the system into the rack. 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
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Choosing a Setup Location
• Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door
completely (~25 inches) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back
of the rack to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing.This product is for
installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms,
service closets and the like).
• This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices
acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.
2-4 Warnings and Precautions
Warning! To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a
rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable.
The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:
• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in
the rack.
• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom
to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before
mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.
Rack Precautions
• Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to
the floor with the full weight of the rack resting on them.
• In single rack installation, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. In multiple
rack installations, the racks should be coupled together.
• Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a component from the
rack.
• You should extend only one component at a time - extending two or more
simultaneously may cause the rack to become unstable.
Server Precautions
• Review the electrical and general safety precautions in Chapter 4.
• Determine the placement of each component in the rack before you install the
rails.

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• Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack first, and then
work up.
• Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from
power surges, voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a
power failure.
• Allow the hot plug SATA drives and power supply modules to cool before
touching them.
• Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers
closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.
Rack Mounting Considerations
Warning: Do not pick up the server with the front handles. They are
designed to pull the system from a rack only.
Stability Hazard: The rack stabilizing mechanism must be in place, or the
rack must be bolted to the floor before you slide the unit out for servicing. Failure
to stabilize the rack can cause the rack to tip over.
Ambient Operating Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating
temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature
of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment
in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient
temperature (Tmra).
Reduced Airflow
Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that the amount of airflow required
for safe operation is not compromised.
Mechanical Loading
Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that a hazardous condition does not
arise due to uneven mechanical loading.

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Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power
supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have
on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
Reliable Ground
A reliable ground must be maintained at all times. To ensure this, the rack
itself should be grounded. Particular attention should be given to power supply
connections other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of
power strips, etc.).