Chapter 2 server installation – SUPER MICRO Computer 6025B-UR User Manual

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Chapter 2: Server Installation

2-1

Chapter 2

Server Installation

2-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 6025B-UR 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 specifi c components.

2-2 Unpacking

the

System

You should inspect the box the SuperServer 6025B-UR was shipped in and note

if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should fi le a

damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.

Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold the SuperServer 6025B-

UR. It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid

areas where heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fi elds are generated. You

will also need it placed near a grounded power outlet. Read the Rack and Server

Precautions in the next section.

2-3

Preparing for Setup

The box the SuperServer 6025B-UR 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 follow.

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