SUPER MICRO Computer 2042G-6RF Manuel D’Utilisation

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A+ SERVER 2042G-TRF/6RF User's Manual

1-1 Overview 

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1-2 Serverboard 

Features 

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Processors ...................................................................................................... 1-2

Memory ........................................................................................................... 1-2

SAS (AS-2042G-6RF Only) ............................................................................ 1-2

Serial ATA ........................................................................................................ 1-2

PCI Expansion Slots ....................................................................................... 1-2

Ethernet Ports ................................................................................................. 1-3

Onboard Controllers/Ports .............................................................................. 1-3

Graphics Controller ......................................................................................... 1-3

IPMI ................................................................................................................. 1-3

UIO .................................................................................................................. 1-3

Other Features ................................................................................................ 1-3

1-3 

Server Chassis Features ................................................................................ 1-4

System Power ................................................................................................. 1-4

SAS/SATA Subsystem ..................................................................................... 1-4

Front Control Panel ......................................................................................... 1-4

I/O Backplane .................................................................................................. 1-4

Cooling System ............................................................................................... 1-4

1-4 Contacting 

Supermicro 

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2-1  Overview ............................................................................................................. 2-1

2-2 

Unpacking the System .................................................................................... 2-1

2-3 

Preparing for Setup ......................................................................................... 2-1

Choosing a Setup Location ............................................................................. 2-2

Rack Precautions ............................................................................................ 2-2

Server Precautions .......................................................................................... 2-2

Rack Mounting Considerations ....................................................................... 2-3

Ambient Operating Temperature ................................................................ 2-3

Reduced Airfl ow ......................................................................................... 2-3

Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 2-3

Circuit Overloading ..................................................................................... 2-3

Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 2-3

2-4 

Installing the System into a Rack ................................................................... 2-4

 Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails ..................................................... 2-4