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Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 Overview
The Supermicro MicroBlade enclosures provide power, cooling, management and network
functions for multiple blade servers. The 6U models can house up to 28 blades; the 3U models
can house up to 14 blades.
In this manual, “blade” or “blade unit” refers to a single blade server. “Blade system” refers
to the enclosure, blades units, and various management and networking modules. "Modules"
refer to management, switch, network, or other specialized components.
Design Features
Status Indicators –
Two LEDs on the front of the enclosure provide power status fault status.
Operating Systems
– Microsoft Windows, VM Ware and Linux operating systems are
supported by the MicroBlade servers. Different operating systems can run on different blades
within the same enclosure.
Remote Management
– The Chassis Management Module (CMM) manages the enclosure
and individual blades. A separate CMM manual provides instruction.
Efficient Power
– Power supply modules are designed to operate up to 96% efficiency to
limit energy consumption and heat.
Safety Models
The following safety models associated with the MicroBlade 6U enclosure have been certified
as compliant with UL or CSA: M628-22, M628-20, M628-20D, M628-16.
The following safety models associated with the MicroBlade 3U enclosure have been certified
as compliant with UL or CSA: M314-22, M314-20, M314-20D, M314-16.
