Supermicro SC743 Series - Default Chapter; Table of Contents

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Chassis SC743 User's Manual
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................7
1.2 Unpacking the System .........................................................................................................7
1.3 System Features ..................................................................................................................8
1.4 Chassis Features .................................................................................................................9
Control Panel ......................................................................................................................9
Front Features ...................................................................................................................10
Rear Features ...................................................................................................................11
1.5 Where to Get Replacement Components ..........................................................................12
1.6 Returning Merchandise for Service ....................................................................................12
Chapter 2 Rack Mount Installation
2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................13
2.2 Preparing for Rack Mounting .............................................................................................13
Choosing a Setup Location ...............................................................................................13
Rack Precautions ..............................................................................................................13
Server Precautions ............................................................................................................14
Rack Mounting Considerations .........................................................................................14
Ambient Operating Temperature ....................................................................................14
Airow ............................................................................................................................14
Mechanical Loading .......................................................................................................14
Circuit Overloading ........................................................................................................15
Reliable Ground .............................................................................................................15
2.3 Chassis Preparation ...........................................................................................................16
2.4 Installing the Rails ..............................................................................................................17
Identifying the Rails .........................................................................................................17
Releasing the Inner Rails ..................................................................................................18
Installing the Inner Rails ...................................................................................................19
Assembling and Installing the Outer Rails and Rail Brackets ..........................................20
2.5 Installing the Server into the Rack .....................................................................................22
Removing the Chassis from the Rack ..............................................................................23
2.6 Control Panel Orientation ...................................................................................................24