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Chapter 2 server installation – SUPER MICRO Computer SUPERSERVER 6014L-M 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 6014L-M up

and running. Following the steps in the order given should enable you to have the

system operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick setup assumes that

your 6014L-M system has come to you with the processor and memory preinstalled.

If your system is not already fully integrated with a motherboard, processor, 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 server 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 6014L-M. 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 SuperServer 6014L-M does not ship with a rack rail hardware package as the

system can be rack mounted without the use of rails. An optional rack rail package

is available if you wish to order from Supermicro. Follow the steps in the order

given to complete the installation process in a minimal amount of time. Please

read this section in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure outlined

in the sections that follow.