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Chapter 3: Installation and Setup
Checking the Server Air Flow
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Make sure there are no objects to obstruct airflow in and out of the server.
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Do not operate the server without drives or drive carriers in the drive bays.
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Use only recommended parts.
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Make sure no wires or foreign objects obstruct air flow through the server. Pull all excess
cabling out of the airflow path or use shorter cables.
Overheating
For overheating problems, check that:
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There are no obstructions, such as poorly routed cables.
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All fans are operating normally.
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The ambient room temperature is not too warm (refer to Appendix B, Environmental Speci-
fications).
There are several possible responses if the system overheats.
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Use the LEDs to determine the nature of the overheating condition.
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Confirm that the chassis covers are installed properly.
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Make sure all fans are present and operating normally.
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Check the routing of the cables.
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Verify that the heatsinks are installed properly.
Also, either of the blade management software utilities can increase the fan speed and
maximize system cooling.
