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SGI® Rackable™ C1000 ServerUser’s Guide007-5716-001

007-5716-001 1Chapter 11. OverviewYour SGI Rackable C1000 1U server is one of the best and most reliable servers on the market today. It is designed w

2 007-5716-0011: OverviewConfigurable OptionsThe following configurable options are supported:• Up to two Intel® Xeon®, AMD Opteron™, or Intel Pentium

Key Components of Your 1U C1000 Server007-5716-001 3Key Components of Your 1U C1000 ServerThe following sections describe the contents of the front an

4 007-5716-0011: OverviewTable 1-1 describes the various components illustrated in Figure 1-1.Table 1-1 Front Panel ComponentsComponent DescriptionL

Key Components of Your 1U C1000 Server007-5716-001 5Front-Panel I/O The I/O interface to the motherboard. The configuration of the various I/O ports i

6 007-5716-0011: OverviewTable 1-2 describes the pinouts for the serial connector when Roamer is not installed.Table 1-2 Pinouts for the Serial Conn

Key Components of Your 1U C1000 Server007-5716-001 7Rear PanelFigure 1-2 Rear PanelTable 1-3 describes the various items illustrated in Figure 1-2.Ta

007-5716-001 9Chapter 22. Pre-Installation GuidelinesTo ensure safe and efficient operation of your server, proper planning is essential. Factors such

10 007-5716-0012: Pre-Installation Guidelines• If you are installing multiple servers or other components in the rack, place the components and server

Rack Stability007-5716-001 11Rack StabilityThe rack must be strong enough to hold the installed components.• Ensure that the leveling jacks at the bot

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007-5716-001 13Chapter 33. Installation GuidelinesThis chapter describes how to install your server into the rack.Warning: Your server is designed fo

14 007-5716-0013: Installation GuidelinesGetting Ready to InstallYou can install the server into any four-post rack or two-post (Telco) rack. Preparat

Installing into a Rack or Cabinet007-5716-001 15Installing into a Rack or CabinetA rack can be either open or enclosed in a cabinet. Follow the same i

16 007-5716-0013: Installation GuidelinesCablingOnce the server is secured in the rack, you can connect the Ethernet cables and power cord directly to

007-5716-001 17Chapter 44. Using the ServerThis chapter describes basic server operation, how to turn the server on and off,and how to use Roamer remo

18 007-5716-0014: Using the ServerPowering the Server OffWhen the server is turned off, it remains connected to AC power through the server chassis. T

Working with Roamer Remote Management007-5716-001 19Working with Roamer Remote ManagementIf the server you purchased has the optional Roamer remote ma

007-5716-001 21Appendix AA. Technical SpecificationsTable A-1 lists the physical and environmental specifications for the SGI Rackable C1000 server.T

007-5716-001 23Appendix BB. Safety GuidelinesThe safety guidelines categorized as follows:• “Electrical Safety” on page 23• “General Safety” on page

24 007-5716-001B: Safety Guidelines• The power supply power cords must include a grounding plug and must be plugged into grounded electrical outlets.•

007-5716-001 iiiRecord of RevisionVersion Description001 January 2012Formally published.

Handling Your Server007-5716-001 25Handling Your ServerWhen handling the server, use the following guidelines:• When the server is removed from the ra

007-5716-001 vContentsAbout This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

vi 007-5716-001Contents4 Using the Server. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

007-5716-001 vii. About This GuideThis guide provides an overview of the SGI® Rackable™ C1000 1U server along with instructions for system installatio

viii 007-5716-001About This GuideRelated PublicationsDepending on your choice of system components and operating system, the following SGI documents m

About This Guide007-5716-001 ixProduct SupportSGI provides a comprehensive product support and maintenance program for its products. SGI also offers s

x 007-5716-001About This GuideReader CommentsIf you have comments about the technical accuracy, content, or organization of this document, contact SGI