SUPER MICRO Computer sc827 user manual Preface, About This Manual

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Preface

Preface

About This Manual

This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SC827 2U chassis. Installa- tion and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.

Supermicro’s SC827 2U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design for multi-note dual processor platforms. The chassis is equipped with 1200W or 1400W Gold Level, high-efficiency power supply for superb power savings. High- performance fans provide ample optimized cooling for the four motherboard nodes and the twelve hot-swappable hard drives offer maximum storage capacity in a 2U form factor.

This document lists compatible parts available when this document was published. Always refer to the our Web site for updates on supported parts and configura- tions.

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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 Chapter System Safety Preparing for SetupElectrical 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 Chassis Cover Remove two Screws Check Ventilation OpeningsRemoving 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 and Installing the Backplane Removing 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 BackplaneInstalling the Motherboard Compatible Motherboards Permanent and Optional StandoffsShields 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 CardInstalling Add-on Cards Add-on CardRiser Card Installing the Air Shrouds Installing an Air ShroudAir Shrouds Installation Complete Checking the AirflowChecking Airflow System Fans Optional Fan ConfigurationsChanging a System Fan 18 System Fan PlacementPower Supply Power Supply ReplacementRelease Tab Changing the Power Supply Chapter Rack Installation Choosing a Setup LocationUnpacking the System General Server Precautions Rack PrecautionsRack Mounting Considerations Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Rack Mounting InstructionsLocking Tabs Releasing the Inner RailReleasing Inner Rail from the Outer Rails Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis Installing the Inner RailsInner Rails Installing the Outer Rails Installing the Outer Rails on the RackStandard Chassis Installation Installing the Chassis into a RackBall-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 Appendix C SAS-827T Safety Guidelines ESD Safety GuidelinesGeneral Safety Guidelines Introduction to the SAS-827T Backplane An Important Note to UsersConnector, Jumper and Pin Definitions Front Connectors and JumpersFront 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 DefinitionsFront LED Indicators State SpecificationD11 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 IndicatorsD14 D13J11 D18 D24 D27 Figure D-6 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis