SUPER MICRO Computer 5014C-MF - Manual (Page 40)

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S UPER S ERVER 5014C-MF User's Manual
5-2 Motherboard Installation
This section explains the fi rst step of physically mounting the P8SCT into the
SC513L-260 chassis. Following the steps in the order given will eliminate the most
common problems encountered in such an installation. To remove the motherboard,
follow the procedure in reverse order.
1. Accessing the inside of the system (see Figure 2-5)
Two release buttons are located on the top cover of the chassis. Depressing both
of these buttons while pushing the cover away from you until it stops. You can then
lift the top cover from the chassis to gain full access to the inside of the server. (If
already installed in a rack, you must fi rst release the retention screws that secure
the unit to the rack. Then grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit
straight out until the rails lock into place.)
2. Check compatibility of motherboard ports and I/O shield
The P8SCT requires a chassis big enough to support a 12" x 9.5" motherboard,
such as Supermicro's SC513L-260 1U rackmount. Make sure that the I/O ports
on the motherboard align properly with their respective holes in the I/O shield at
the back of the chassis.
3. Mounting the motherboard onto the motherboard tray
Carefully mount the motherboard to the motherboard tray by aligning the board
holes with the raised metal standoffs that are visible in the chassis. Insert screws
into all the mounting holes on your motherboard that line up with the standoffs
and tighten until snug (if you screw them in too tight, you might strip the threads).
Metal screws provide an electrical contact to the motherboard ground to provide a
continuous ground for the system.
Unpacking
The motherboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid electrical static dis-
charge. When unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static
protected.