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SC827 Chassis Manual

D-3 An Important Note to Users

•All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest PCB Revision available at the time of publishing. The card you have received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.

D-4 Introduction to the SAS-827B Backplane

The SAS-827B backplane has been designed to utilize the most up-to-date technol- ogy available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality performance.

This manual reflects SAS-827B Revision 1.01, the most current release available at the time of publication. Always refer to the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro. com for the latest updates, compatible parts and supported configurations.

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SUPER MICRO Computer sc827 user manual An Important Note to Users, Introduction to the SAS-827B Backplane

Contents

Super SC827 Chassis Manual Preface About This Manual Manual Organization Introduction Compatible Backplanes Table of Contents Rack Installation Viii Shipping List Chapter IntroductionOverview Part Numbers Contacting Supermicro Returning Merchandise for Service SC827 Chassis Manual Preparing for Setup Chapter System SafetyElectrical Safety Precautions Page System Safety Page Chapter Chassis Components Components Where to get Replacement Components Power Supply Chapter System Interface Chassis Control Panel Control Panel Buttons Control Panel LEDs Drive Carrier LEDs SAS/SATA Drives SC827 Chassis Manual Chapter Chassis Setup and Maintenance Remove two Screws Check Ventilation Openings Chassis CoverRemoving the Chassis Cover and Protective Film Installing and Removing Hard Drives Motherboard Drawer Locations in the Chassis Removing a Hard Drive Tray Removing Hard Drive Trays from the Chassis Installing a Drive into the Hard Drive Tray Dummy Drive Drive Tray SAS or Sata Hard Drive Drive Tray Removing Hard Drive Removing 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 Installing the Backplane into the Chassis Compatible Motherboards Permanent and Optional Standoffs Installing the MotherboardShields Chassis Setup and Maintenance Page Adapter Card Motherboard Drawer Spacer Plate Five Screws Installing and Replacing Adapter CardsInstalling the Adapter Card Removing the Adapter Card Add-on Card/Expansion Slot Setup Add-on Card Slot Clip PCI Slot Shield Installing the Riser Card Installing the Riser Card Add-on Card Installing Add-on CardsRiser Card Installing an Air Shroud Installing the Air ShroudsAir Shrouds Checking the Airflow Installation CompleteChecking Airflow Optional Fan Configurations System Fans 18 System Fan Placement Changing a System Fan Power Supply Replacement Power SupplyRelease Tab Changing the Power Supply Choosing a Setup Location Chapter Rack InstallationUnpacking the System Rack Precautions General Server Precautions Rack Mounting Considerations Rack Mounting Instructions Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Releasing 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 on the Rack Installing the Outer Rails Installing the Chassis into a Rack Standard Chassis InstallationBall-Bearing Shuttle Optional Quick Installation Method SC827 Chassis Manual Appendix a Cables, Screws Other Accessories Overview Compatibility and Optional Accessories List Chassis Screws DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, and Floppy Drive Appendix B SC827 Power Supply Specifications SC827 Chassis Manual ESD Safety Guidelines Appendix C SAS-827T Safety GuidelinesGeneral Safety Guidelines An Important Note to Users Introduction to the SAS-827T Backplane Front Connectors and Jumpers Connector, Jumper and Pin DefinitionsFront Connectors MB Power Connections Connector Motherboard Front Connector and Pin DefinitionsMotherboard Power Connectors SAS Ports System Fans FAN4 FAN3 Chassis Fan ConnectorsFan Connector Y-Cable Optional feature, sold separately SAS-827T Backplane Manufacturers Test Connectors Backplane Main Power ConnectorsUpgrade Connector 14. 15. Backplane to Front Panel Headers 22. 33. SAS Ports Figure C-7 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions Explanation of Jumpers State Specification Front LED IndicatorsD11 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators Appendix D SAS-827B Backplane Specifications Introduction to the SAS-827B Backplane Front Connectors Jumpers and Pin Definitions SAS-827B Backplane Motherboard to Backplane Connec- tors 13. 14. Backplane to Front Panel Headers To modify the operation of the backplane Means the jumper is on and Open means LED Indicators State D13 D14J11 D18 D24 D27 Figure D-6 Motherboard Locations In the Chassis