SUPER MICRO Computer SC512 Chapter Chassis Components, Chassis Fans, Blower, Mounting Rails

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Chapter 3: Chassis Components

Chapter 3

Chassis Components

3-1 Overview

This chapter describes the most common components included with your chassis. Some components listed may not be included or compatible with your particular chassis model. For more information, see the installation instructions detailed later in this manual.

3-2 Components

Chassis

Depending on the model, the SC512 chassis may include one slim DVD-ROM/CD- ROM bay, at least one fixed hard drive, a floppy drive, and/or two USB ports. For the latest shipping lists, visit our Web site at: http://www.supermicro.com.

Fans

The SC512 model chassis accepts two or three system fans powered by the moth- erboard. These fans are 1U high and are powered by 3-pin connectors.

Blower

The SC512, SC512L and SC512C model chassis use a single blower unit for system cooling.

Mounting Rails

The SC512 can be placed in a rack for secure storage and use. To set up your rack, follow the step-by-step instructions included in this manual. SC512 models with narrow chassis designs include specialized rails for mounting in a standard rack. See the Rack Installation section of this manual for details.

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Contents Super SC512 Chassis Manual About This Manual PrefaceIntroduction Manual OrganizationTable of Contents System Interface Vii Viii Overview Chapter IntroductionExpansion slots Chassis FeaturesPeripheral Drives Dual Hard DrivesHeadquarters Contacting SupermicroEurope Asia-PacificReturning Merchandise for Service Electrical Safety Precautions Chapter System SafetyPreparing for Setup Page System Safety Page Components Chapter Chassis ComponentsChassis Fans BlowerPower Supply Where to get Replacement Components Chassis Model OptionsAir Shroud Identifying Fan and Blower-Cooled Chassis ModelsBlower-Cooled Chassis Model Chassis Model SC512-200, SC512-260 Blower Model SC512Chassis Model SC512C SC512C-200 Blower Model SC512CChassis Model SC512F-260 Blower Model SC512FChassis Models SC512F-410 and SC512F-520 10 Chassis Model SC512F-520L and SC512F-600L 11 Chassis Models SC512L-200 and SC512L-260 Blower Model SC512LSC512 Chassis Manual Chassis LED and Buttons Chapter System InterfaceControl Panel LEDs Control Panel ButtonsPage SC512 Chassis Manual General Maintenance Chapter Chassis Setup and MaintenanceInstallation Procedures Removing the Chassis Cover Removing the Chassis CoverInstalling a Hard Drive Installing Hard DrivesFlat head Important Motherboard Installation Information Installing the MotherboardStandoffs Installing the MotherboardReplacing the DVD or CD-ROM Installing the DVD or CD-ROM DriveInstalling Expansion Cards Expansion Slot SetupAir Shroud Placement Installing the Air ShroudChecking the Airflow in the Chassis Installation CompleteSystem Fan Tray System FansReplacing System Fans System Fan Tray ReplacementInstalling the System Fan Tray Power Supply Failure Power SupplyReplacing the Power Supply 12 Removing the Power SupplyReplacing the Chassis LED Panel Replacing the Chassis LED PanelSC512 Chassis Manual Unpacking the System Chapter Rack InstallationChoosing a Setup Location General Server Precautions Rack PrecautionsRack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating TemperatureIdentifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Optional Item Rack Mounting InstructionsRemoving the Chassis Ears Installing the Inner Rail ExtensionInstalling the Inner Rails Installing the Outer Rails Installing the Outer Rails to the RackInstalling the Outer Rails to the Server Rack Installing the Chassis Installing the Chassis into a RackInstaling into a Mid-Mount Position Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack in Mid-Mount PositionMid-Mount Telco Rack Installing the Server into a Telco Rack Overview Cables Included with SC512 Chassis Appendix a Cables, Screws Other AccessoriesSC512F-280 Type Length Description SC512F-520L and SC512F-600L Front Panel to the Motherboard Extending Power CablesPreparing the Chassis for Cable Routing Routing the Chassis CablesRouting Cable 2A from Hard Drive 2B Routing Cable 1A from Hard Drive 1BFigure A-2 Chassis Cable Routing Checking the Cable RoutingStandoff Chassis ScrewsAppendix B Power Supply Specifications MFR Appendix B SC512F Power Supply Specifications