SUPER MICRO Computer CSE-RACK14U User Manual
CSE-RACK14U
Mini-Rack Cabinet
User’s Guide
Revison 1.0a
CSE-RACK14U Mini-Rack Cabinet User’s Guide
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Manual Revison 1.0a
Release Date: August 25, 2010
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Preface
About this Manual
This manual is written for professional system integrators, Information Technology
professionals, service personnel and technicians. It provides information for the
installation and use of Supermicro's CSE-RACK14U mini-rack cabinet. Installation and
maintenance should be performed by experienced professionals only.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1: Introduction
The first chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with the
mini-rack cabinet and describes its main features.
Chapter 2: System Safety
You should familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety
precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the mini-rack cabinet.
Chapter 3: Setup and Installation
Refer here for details on setup and installation of the mini-rack cabinet and the installation of components into it.
Chapter 4: Features
This chapter covers the mini-rack cabinet’s features and their use.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1
Introduction..............................................................................................1-1
1-1 Overview.............................................................................................1-1
1-2 Specifications.....................................................................................1-1
1-3 Product Checklist of Typical Components.....................................1-1
1-4 Features..............................................................................................1-2
1-5 Returning Merchandise for Service................................................1-2
1-6 Contacting Supermicro.....................................................................1-3
Chapter 2
System Safety.........................................................................................2-1
2-1 Electrical Safety Precautions...........................................................2-1
2-2 General Safety Precautions.............................................................2-1
2-3 ESD Peculations ...............................................................................2-2
2-4 Rack Precautions..............................................................................2-2
Chapter 3
Setup and Installation........................................................................3-1
3-1 Unpacking the System .....................................................................3-1
3-2 Choosing a Setup Location ............................................................. 3-4
3-3 Component Mounting Considerations...........................................3-4
Ambient Operating Temperature.............................................................3-4
Reduced Airflow......................................................................................3-4
Mechanical Loading................................................................................3-4
Circuit Overloading .................................................................................3-4
Reliable Ground......................................................... .............................3-5
Chapter 4
Features......................................................................................................4-1
4-1 Mobility and Stability.........................................................................4-1
Casters and Brakes ...................................................... ..........................4-1
Supporting Stands...................................................................................4-2
4-2 Cabinet Door......................................................................................4-2
Removing the Door.................................................................................4-2
Door Lock................................................................................................4-2
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Door Filter (Optional) ..............................................................................4-2
4-3 Gauge Label Indicators....................................................................4-2
4-4 Cable Egress Holes..........................................................................4-3
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Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The CSE-RACK14U mini-rack cabinet is optimized for office, small/medium businesses
(SMB), research and academic institutions and professional studio environments (movie
animation, music production, and so on). The 14U space of the mini-rack cabinet
supports any combination of standard EIA 19” rackmount servers or equipment in a
compact form factor offering ease of maintenance and flexibility for different IT
applications.
The CSE-RACK14U mini-rack cabinet's desk-side design features security, mobility and
options for sound dampening to reduce overall system noise levels. Its sleek and
compact ID design makes it suitable for customers looking for a variety of IT solutions in
an office environment.
1-2 Specifications
Table 1-1. CSE-RACK14U Mini-Rack Cabinet Specifications
Specification Description
Dimensions 21.65 x 37.4 x 30.64 inches / 55 x 95 x 77.92 cm (WxDxH)
Package Dimensions 24 x 39.9 x 36.6 inches / 61 x 101.4 x 92.9 cm (WxHxD)
Gross Weight 162.2 lbs / 73 kg (with package)
Net Weight 136.5 lbs / 62 kg
Capacity 14U rack units
Available Colors Black only
1-3 Product Checklist of Typical Components
The mini-rack cabinet comes assembled in its own shipping box with all components
installed.
An optional part that can be ordered for the mini-rack cabinet includes a mesh filter for
the mini-rack cabinet front door (P/N: MCP-670-00001-0N).
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1-4 Features
The mini-rack cabinet offers the following features:
• Supports EIA 19" rackmount servers with regular square mounting holes
• Ideal for office environments - 30.64 inches high, same height as regular office
furniture
• Detachable and lockable front door, which provides extra security for IT facilities and
ease of maintenance
• Mobility - casters with brakes, easy to move
• Stability - supporting posts on the four corners
• Reusable and environmentally friendly shipping box
• Hexagonal metal mesh air intake design on the front door to maximize airflow
• Rack grounding wire included
• Gauge label indicator on the posts
• Cable egress at bottom of rack for easy cable management
1-5 Returning Merchandise for Service
A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before
any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your vendor for
a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning to the
manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the
shipping carton, and mailed prepaid or hand-carried. Shipping and handling charges will
be applied for all orders that must be mailed when service is complete.
For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online at:
http://www. supermicro.com/support/rma/
Whenever possible, repack the chassis in the original Supermicro carton, using the
original packaging material. If these are no longer available, be sure to pack the chassis
securely, using packaging material to surround the chassis so that it does not shift within
the carton and become damaged during shipping.
This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages incurred
in shipping or from failure due to the alteration, misuse, abuse or improper maintenance
of products.
During the warranty period, contact your distributor first for any product problems.
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