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Contents
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1. Overview 1–1
1.1 Overview 1–2
1.2 Features 1–2
1.3 Physical Description 1–4
1.3.1 Front Panel Components 1–4
1.3.2 Blade Server Diagram 1–6
1.4 System Configurations 1–7
1.4.1 AMC 1–8
1.4.2 Advanced Rear Transition Module 1–8
1.5 Hot-Swap Support 1–11
1.6 System Components 1–11
1.6.1 Required Hardware Components 1–11
1.6.2 Optional Hardware Components 1–12
1.6.3 Software Components 1–12
1.7 Technical Support and Warranty 1–13
1.7.1 Locating the Part Number and Serial Number Information 1–13
1.7.2 Viewing the Electronic Blade Server ID Information 1–14