SUPER MICRO Computer sc827 user manual Chapter System Interface, Chassis Control Panel

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Chapter 4: System Interface

Chapter 4

System Interface

4-1 Overview

There are several LEDs on the control panel and on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system. SC827 models include four control panels on the handles of the chassis which control each of the systems.

This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate re- sponse you may need to take.

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Figure 4-1: Chassis Control Panel

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Contents Super SC827 Chassis Manual About This Manual PrefaceIntroduction Manual OrganizationCompatible Backplanes Table of Contents Rack Installation Viii Part Numbers Chapter IntroductionOverview Shipping ListContacting Supermicro Returning Merchandise for Service SC827 Chassis Manual Preparing for Setup Chapter System SafetyElectrical Safety Precautions Page System Safety Page Components Chapter Chassis ComponentsPower Supply Where to get Replacement ComponentsChassis Control Panel Chapter System InterfaceControl Panel LEDs Control Panel ButtonsSAS/SATA Drives Drive Carrier LEDsSC827 Chassis Manual Chapter Chassis Setup and Maintenance Remove two Screws Check Ventilation Openings Chassis CoverRemoving the Chassis Cover and Protective Film Motherboard Drawer Locations in the Chassis Installing and Removing Hard DrivesRemoving Hard Drive Trays from the Chassis Removing a Hard Drive TrayDummy Drive Drive Tray Installing a Drive into the Hard Drive TrayRemoving Hard Drive SAS or Sata Hard Drive Drive TrayRemoving the Backplane Removing and Installing the BackplaneRemoving the Backplane from the Chassis Loosening the Spring Bar Screws in the Floor of the Chassis Installing the Backplane into the Chassis Installing the BackplaneCompatible Motherboards Permanent and Optional Standoffs Installing the MotherboardShields Chassis Setup and Maintenance Page Removing the Adapter Card Installing and Replacing Adapter CardsInstalling the Adapter Card Adapter Card Motherboard Drawer Spacer Plate Five ScrewsAdd-on Card Slot Clip PCI Slot Shield Add-on Card/Expansion Slot SetupInstalling the Riser Card Installing the Riser CardAdd-on Card Installing Add-on CardsRiser Card Installing an Air Shroud Installing the Air ShroudsAir Shrouds Checking the Airflow Installation CompleteChecking Airflow System Fans Optional Fan ConfigurationsChanging a System Fan 18 System Fan PlacementPower Supply Replacement Power SupplyRelease Tab Changing the Power Supply Choosing a Setup Location Chapter Rack InstallationUnpacking the System General Server Precautions Rack PrecautionsRack Mounting Considerations Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Rack Mounting InstructionsReleasing the Inner Rail Locking TabsReleasing Inner Rail from the Outer Rails Installing the Inner Rails Installing The Inner Rails on the ChassisInner Rails Installing the Outer Rails Installing the Outer Rails on the RackInstalling the Chassis into a Rack Standard Chassis InstallationBall-Bearing Shuttle Optional Quick Installation Method SC827 Chassis Manual Overview Compatibility and Optional Accessories List Appendix a Cables, Screws Other AccessoriesDVD-ROM, CD-ROM, and Floppy Drive Chassis ScrewsAppendix B SC827 Power Supply Specifications SC827 Chassis Manual ESD Safety Guidelines Appendix C SAS-827T Safety GuidelinesGeneral Safety Guidelines Introduction to the SAS-827T Backplane An Important Note to UsersFront Connectors and Jumpers Connector, Jumper and Pin DefinitionsFront Connectors SAS Ports Front Connector and Pin DefinitionsMotherboard Power Connectors MB Power Connections Connector MotherboardSAS-827T Backplane Chassis Fan ConnectorsFan Connector Y-Cable Optional feature, sold separately System Fans FAN4 FAN314. 15. Backplane to Front Panel Headers Backplane Main Power ConnectorsUpgrade Connector Manufacturers Test ConnectorsFigure C-7 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis 22. 33. SAS PortsExplanation of Jumpers Front Jumper Locations and Pin DefinitionsState Specification Front LED IndicatorsD11 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators Appendix D SAS-827B Backplane Specifications Introduction to the SAS-827B Backplane Jumpers and Pin Definitions Front ConnectorsMotherboard to Backplane Connec- tors SAS-827B Backplane13. 14. Backplane to Front Panel Headers Means the jumper is on and Open means To modify the operation of the backplaneState LED IndicatorsD13 D14J11 D18 D24 D27 Figure D-6 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis