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Chapter 1 Introduction
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2 Serverboard Features ..................................................................................... 1-2
Processors ...................................................................................................... 1-2
Memory ........................................................................................................... 1-2
SAS Disk Controller ........................................................................................ 1-2
SAS Expander................................................................................................. 1-2
SATA .............................................................................................................. 1-2
NTB Connectivity ............................................................................................ 1-2
PCI Expansion Slots ....................................................................................... 1-3
Rear Chassis Ports ......................................................................................... 1-3
Graphics Controller ......................................................................................... 1-3
1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................ 1-3
System Power................................................................................................. 1-3
SAS Subsystem .............................................................................................. 1-3
Front Control Panel......................................................................................... 1-3
Cooling System............................................................................................... 1-3
1-4 Contacting Supermicro.................................................................................... 1-5
1-5 SBB: Storage Bridge Bay ............................................................................... 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 Airow ......................................................................................... 2-3
Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 2-3
Circuit Overloading..................................................................................... 2-3
Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 2-3
2-5 Installing the System into a Rack ................................................................... 2-4
Installing the Inner Rack Rails ........................................................................ 2-4
Installing the Outer Rack Rails ....................................................................... 2-5
Installing the Chassis into a Rack................................................................... 2-6
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Chapter 3 System Interface
3-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 3-1
3-2 Control Panel Button....................................................................................... 3-1
Power .............................................................................................................. 3-1
3-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................ 3-1
Power Fail ....................................................................................................... 3-1
Overheat/Fan Fail: .......................................................................................... 3-2
NIC1 ................................................................................................................ 3-2
NIC2 ................................................................................................................ 3-2
Heartbeat......................................................................................................... 3-2
Power .............................................................................................................. 3-3
3-4 Drive Carrier LEDs.......................................................................................... 3-3
Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems
4-1 About Standardized Warning Statements....................................................... 4-1
Warning Denition ........................................................................................... 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
Hot Swap Fan Warning................................................................................. 4-16
Power Cable and AC Adapter ...................................................................... 4-18
4-2 Presence Condition of the Restricted Substances Marking ......................... 4-20
Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup
5-1 Handling the Serverboard ............................................................................... 5-1
Precautions ..................................................................................................... 5-1
5-2 Cable and Device Connectiions...................................................................... 5-2
Power Connections .................................................................................... 5-2
Fan Cabling................................................................................................ 5-2
Control Panels............................................................................................ 5-2
5-3 Installing the Processor and Heatsink ............................................................ 5-3
Installing an LGA2011 Processor.................................................................... 5-3
Installing a CPU Heatsink ............................................................................... 5-6
Removing the Heatsink................................................................................... 5-6
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