SUPER MICRO Computer sc827 Removing and Installing the Backplane, Removing the Backplane

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Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance

5-4 Removing and Installing the Backplane

The SC827 chassis backplane is located behind the hard drives and in front of the front system fans. Although backplane failure rarely occurs, in the event of a backplane failure, follow the instructions below.

Removing the Backplane

Removing the Backplane from the Chassis

1.Power down and unplug the system from any power source.

2.Remove the chassis cover.

3.Disconnect the cabling to the backplane.

4.Remove all of the hard drive trays from the front of the chassis.

5.Remove the five upper screws at the top of the backplane and the screw from the side of the chassis, as indicated by the arrows below.

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Figure 5-7: Removing the Screws at the Top of the Backplane

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Contents Super SC827 Chassis Manual About This Manual PrefaceIntroduction Manual OrganizationCompatible Backplanes Table of Contents Rack Installation Viii Overview Chapter IntroductionShipping List Part NumbersContacting Supermicro Returning Merchandise for Service SC827 Chassis Manual Electrical Safety Precautions Chapter System SafetyPreparing for Setup 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 Removing the Chassis Cover and Protective Film Chassis CoverRemove two Screws Check Ventilation Openings 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 from the Chassis Removing and Installing the BackplaneRemoving the Backplane Loosening the Spring Bar Screws in the Floor of the Chassis Installing the Backplane into the Chassis Installing the BackplaneShields Installing the MotherboardCompatible Motherboards Permanent and Optional Standoffs Chassis Setup and Maintenance Page Installing the Adapter Card Installing and Replacing Adapter CardsAdapter Card Motherboard Drawer Spacer Plate Five Screws Removing the Adapter CardAdd-on Card Slot Clip PCI Slot Shield Add-on Card/Expansion Slot SetupInstalling the Riser Card Installing the Riser CardRiser Card Installing Add-on CardsAdd-on Card Air Shrouds Installing the Air ShroudsInstalling an Air Shroud Checking Airflow Installation CompleteChecking the Airflow System Fans Optional Fan ConfigurationsChanging a System Fan 18 System Fan PlacementRelease Tab Power SupplyPower Supply Replacement Changing the Power Supply Unpacking the System Chapter Rack InstallationChoosing a Setup Location General Server Precautions Rack PrecautionsRack Mounting Considerations Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Rack Mounting InstructionsReleasing Inner Rail from the Outer Rails Locking TabsReleasing the Inner Rail Inner Rails Installing The Inner Rails on the ChassisInstalling the Inner Rails Installing the Outer Rails Installing the Outer Rails on the RackBall-Bearing Shuttle Standard Chassis InstallationInstalling the Chassis into a Rack 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 General Safety Guidelines Appendix C SAS-827T Safety GuidelinesESD Safety Guidelines Introduction to the SAS-827T Backplane An Important Note to UsersFront Connectors Connector, Jumper and Pin DefinitionsFront Connectors and Jumpers Motherboard Power Connectors Front Connector and Pin DefinitionsMB Power Connections Connector Motherboard SAS PortsFan Connector Y-Cable Optional feature, sold separately Chassis Fan ConnectorsSystem Fans FAN4 FAN3 SAS-827T BackplaneUpgrade Connector Backplane Main Power ConnectorsManufacturers Test Connectors 14. 15. Backplane to Front Panel HeadersFigure C-7 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis 22. 33. SAS PortsExplanation of Jumpers Front Jumper Locations and Pin DefinitionsD11 Front LED IndicatorsState Specification 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 IndicatorsJ11 D18 D24 D27 D14D13 Figure D-6 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis