Optional Quick Installation Method | SUPER MICRO Computer sc827

Chapter 6: Rack Installation

Optional Quick Installation Method

The following quick installation method may be used to install the chassis onto a rack.

Installing the Chassis into a Rack

1.Install the whole rail assembly onto the rack as described on page X-7.

2.Release the inner rail without retracting the middle rail.

3.Install the inner rails on the chassis as previously described on page X-6.

4.Install the chassis onto the middle rail as described in the previous section.

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Contents

Super SC827 Chassis Manual About This Manual Preface Introduction Manual Organization Compatible Backplanes Table of Contents Rack Installation Viii Overview Chapter IntroductionShipping List Part Numbers Contacting Supermicro Returning Merchandise for Service SC827 Chassis Manual Electrical Safety Precautions Chapter System SafetyPreparing for Setup Page System Safety Page Components Chapter Chassis Components Power Supply Where to get Replacement Components Chassis Control Panel Chapter System Interface Control Panel LEDs Control Panel Buttons SAS/SATA Drives Drive Carrier LEDs SC827 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 Drives Removing Hard Drive Trays from the Chassis Removing a Hard Drive Tray Dummy Drive Drive Tray Installing a Drive into the Hard Drive Tray Removing Hard Drive SAS or Sata Hard Drive Drive Tray Removing 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 Backplane Shields 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 Card Add-on Card Slot Clip PCI Slot Shield Add-on Card/Expansion Slot Setup Installing the Riser Card Installing the Riser Card Riser 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 Configurations Changing a System Fan 18 System Fan Placement Release Tab Power SupplyPower Supply Replacement Changing the Power Supply Unpacking the System Chapter Rack InstallationChoosing a Setup Location General Server Precautions Rack Precautions Rack Mounting Considerations Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Rack Mounting Instructions Releasing 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 Rack Ball-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 Accessories DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, and Floppy Drive Chassis Screws Appendix 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 Users Front Connectors Connector, Jumper and Pin DefinitionsFront Connectors and Jumpers Motherboard Power Connectors Front Connector and Pin DefinitionsMB Power Connections Connector Motherboard SAS Ports Fan Connector Y-Cable Optional feature, sold separately Chassis Fan ConnectorsSystem Fans FAN4 FAN3 SAS-827T Backplane Upgrade Connector Backplane Main Power ConnectorsManufacturers Test Connectors 14. 15. Backplane to Front Panel Headers Figure C-7 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis 22. 33. SAS Ports Explanation of Jumpers Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions D11 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 Connectors Motherboard to Backplane Connec- tors SAS-827B Backplane 13. 14. Backplane to Front Panel Headers Means the jumper is on and Open means To modify the operation of the backplane State LED Indicators J11 D18 D24 D27 D14D13 Figure D-6 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis