Super Micro Computer SC111 User Manual

SUPER

SC111 Chassis Series

®

SC111T-560UB SC111T-560CB

USER’S MANUAL

1.0a

SC111 Chassis Manual

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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 SC111 1U chassis. Installation

and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.

Supermicro’s SC111 1U chassis is a cost effective, short depth (21.95”), 2.5” HDD

1U chassis solution. It has four hot-swap 2.5” SAS/SATA HDD trays coupled with

our new advanced design 560W silver level high-efficiency power supply (85% ef-

ficiency at 20% system loading)

Preface

This manual lists compatible parts available when this document was published. Al-

ways refer to the our Web site for updates on supported parts and configurations.

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Manual Organization

Chapter 1: Introduction

The first chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with this

chassis and describes the main features of the SC111 chassis. This chapter also

includes contact information.

Chapter 2: System Safety

This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety. You should thoroughly

familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions

that should be followed before installing and servicing this chassis.

Chapter 3: Chassis Components

Refer here for details on this chassis model including the fans, bays, airflow shields,

and other components.

Chapter 4: System Interface

This chapter provides details on the system interface, which includes the functions

and information of he control panel LEDs and other LEDs located throughout the

system.

Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance

Refer to this chapter for detailed information on this chassis. You should follow the

procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing, or reconfiguring your

chassis.

Chapter 6: Rack Installation

This chapter covers detailed information on chassis rack installation. You should

follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing or reconfiguring

your chassis into a rack environment.

Appendices:

These appendices list compatible cables, power supply specifications, and compat-

ible backplanes. Not all compatible backplanes are listed. Refer to our Web site for

the latest compatible backplane information at http://www.supermicro.com.

Appendix A: Chassis Cables

Appendix B: Power Supply Specifications

Appendix C: SAS-809T/TQ Backplane Specifications

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Table of Contents

Preface

About This Manual ........................................................................................................ iii

Chapter 1 Introduction

1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1

1-2 Shipping List .................................................................................................... 1-1

1-3 Chassis Features ............................................................................................ 1-2

CPU ................................................................................................................. 1-2

Hard Drives ..................................................................................................... 1-2

Optional Features ............................................................................................ 1-2

I/O Expansion Slots ........................................................................................ 1-2

Other Features ................................................................................................ 1-2

1-4 Contacting Supermicro .................................................................................... 1-3

1-5 Returning Merchandise for Service................................................................. 1-4

Chapter 2 System Safety

2-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 2-1

2-2 Warnings and Precautions .............................................................................. 2-1

2-3 Preparing for Setup ......................................................................................... 2-1

2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions .......................................................................... 2-2

2-5 General Safety Precautions ............................................................................ 2-3

2-6 System Safety ................................................................................................. 2-3

Chapter 3 Chassis Components

3-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 3-1

3-2 Components .................................................................................................... 3-1

Chassis ............................................................................................................ 3-1

Backplane ........................................................................................................ 3-1

Fans ................................................................................................................ 3-1

Mounting Rack ................................................................................................ 3-1

Power Supply .................................................................................................. 3-2

Air Shroud ....................................................................................................... 3-2

Optional Features ............................................................................................ 3-2

3-3 Where to get Replacement Components ........................................................ 3-2

Chapter 4 System Interface

4-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 4-1

4-2 Control Panel Buttons ..................................................................................... 4-2

4-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................ 4-3

4-4 Drive Carrier LEDs .......................................................................................... 4-4

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SAS/SATA Drives ............................................................................................ 4-4

4-5 Power Supply LEDs ........................................................................................ 4-5

Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance

5-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 5-1

5-2 Installation and Maintenance Procedures ....................................................... 5-1

Installation ....................................................................................................... 5-1

General Maintenance ...................................................................................... 5-1

5-3 Removing the Chassis Cover ......................................................................... 5-2

5-4 Installing Hard Drives ...................................................................................... 5-3

5-5 DVD-ROM Drive or USB Comport Installation ............................................... 5-5

5-6 Installing the Motherboard .............................................................................. 5-7

Permanent and Optional Standoffs ................................................................. 5-7

Expansion Card Setup .................................................................................... 5-9

5-7 Installing the Air Shroud .................................................................................5-11

Checking the Air Flow ................................................................................... 5-12

5-8 System Fans ................................................................................................. 5-13

5-9 Replacing the Power Supply ....................................................................... 5-15

Power Supply Failure .................................................................................... 5-15

Chapter 6 Rack Installation

6-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 6-1

6-2 Unpacking the System .................................................................................... 6-1

6-3 Preparing for Setup ......................................................................................... 6-1

Choosing a Setup Location ............................................................................. 6-1

Rack Precautions ............................................................................................ 6-2

General Server Precautions ............................................................................ 6-2

Rack Mounting Considerations ....................................................................... 6-3

Ambient Operating Temperature ................................................................ 6-3

Reduced Airflow ......................................................................................... 6-3

Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 6-3

Circuit Overloading ..................................................................................... 6-3

Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 6-3

6-4 Rack Mounting Instructions ............................................................................. 6-4

Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails ...................................................... 6-4

Inner Rails ....................................................................................................... 6-4

Installing the Inner Rails ................................................................................ 6-5

Outer Rail Options .......................................................................................... 6-6

Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack ............................................................. 6-6

Installing the Chassis into the Rack................................................................ 6-7

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Appendix A SC111 Chassis Cables

Appendix B SC111 Power Supply Specifications

Appendix C SAS-809T/TQ Backplane Specifications

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview

Supermicro’s SC111 1U chassis is a cost effective, short depth (21.95”), 2.5” HDD

1U chassis solution. It has four hot-swappable 2.5” SAS/SATA hard disk drive trays,

coupled with our new advanced design, 560W high-efficiency power supply (85%

efficiency at 20% system loading)

1-2 Shipping List

Please visit the following link for the latest shipping lists and part numbers for

your particular chassis model http://www.supermicro.com/products/chassis/1U/

?chs=113

SC111 Chassis

Model CPU HDD I/O Slots

SC111T-560UB

SC111T-560CB

FF: Full-height, full length card

FH: Full-height card

LP: Low-profile card

Single/Dual CPU

Single/Dual CPU

4x 2.5"

hot-swap

SAS/SATA

4x 2.5"

hot-swap

SAS/SATA

Power

Supply

1x FF 560W

2x FH,

1x LP

560W

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1-3 Chassis Features

The SC111 1U high-performance chassis includes the following features:

CPU

The SC111 Chassis supports a single or dual CPU. Please refer to the motherboard

specifications pages on our website for updates on supported processors.

Hard Drives

The SC111 chassis features 4 hard drive bays for 2.5" hot-swappable SAS/SATA

drives. Once setup correctly, these drives can be removed without powering down

the server. Recommended for SAS or enterprise HDDs only.

Optional Features

Optional features on the SC111 chassis include one slim DVD-ROM drive and one

USB port.

I/O Expansion Slots

The SC111 chassis includes either one full I/O expansion slot or two full I/O expan-

sion slots and one low profile I/O slot. See the chart on the previous page for your

specific chassis model.

Other Features

Other on-board features are included to promote system health. These include three

40x56mm fans and two optional 40x28mm add-on card fans.

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1-4 Contacting Supermicro

Headquarters

Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.

980 Rock Ave.

San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail] (General Information)

[e-mail] (Technical Support)

Chapter 1: Introduction

Web

Site:

Europe

Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail] (General Information)

Asia-Pacific

Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.

www.supermicro.com

Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML

's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands

[e-mail] (Technical Support)

[e-mail] (Customer Support)

4F, No. 232-1, Liancheng Rd.

Chung-Ho 235, Taipei County

Taiwan, R.O.C.

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Web

Site:

Technical Support:

Email: [e-mail]

Tel: [phone]

www.supermicro.com.tw

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1-5 Returning Merchandise for Service

A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required be-

fore any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your

vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning

to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed on the

outside of the shipping carton, and mailed prepaid or hand-carried. Shipping and

handling charges will be applied for all orders that must be mailed when service

is complete.

For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online (http://www.

supermicro.com/support/rma/).

Whenever possible, repack the chassis in the original Supermicro carton, using the

original packaging material. If these are no longer available, be sure to pack the

chassis securely, using packaging material to surround the chassis so that it does

not shift within the carton and become damaged during shipping.

This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages in-

curred in shipping or from failure due to the alteration, misuse, abuse or improper

maintenance of products.

During the warranty period, contact your distributor first for any product problems.

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Chapter 2: System Safety

Chapter 2

System Safety

2-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your chassis up and running.

Following the steps in the order given should enable you to have your chassis set up

and operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick setup assumes that you

are an experienced technician, famailiar with common concepts and terminology.

2-2 Warnings and Precautions

You should inspect the box the chassis was shipped in and note if it was damaged

in any way. If the chassis itself shows damage, file a damage claim with carrier

who delivered your system.

Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold that chassis. It should

be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where heat,

electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated.

You will also need it placed near at least one grounded power outlet. When as-

sembled, the SC111 chassis includes one power supply.

2-3 Preparing for Setup

The SC111 chassis includes a set of rail assemblies, including mounting brackets

and mounting screws which you will need to install the system into a rack. Please

read this manual in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure.

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2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions

Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm

and the SC111 from damage:

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Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well

as the room’s emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical

outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can then quickly remove power from

the system.

Do not work alone when working with high-voltage components.t

Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or in-t

stalling main system components, such as the serverboard, memory modules

and the DVD-ROM and floppy drives (not necessary for hot-swappable drives).

When disconnecting power, you should first power down the system with the

operating system and then unplug the power cords from all the power supply

modules in the system.

When working around exposed electrical circuits, another person who is fa-t

miliar with the power-off controls should be nearby to switch off the power, if

necessary.

Use only one hand when working with powered-on electrical equipment. This t

is to avoid making a complete circuit, which will cause electrical shock. Use

extreme caution when using metal tools, which can easily damage any electrical

components or circuit boards they come into contact with.

Do not use mats designed to decrease electrostatic discharge as protection from t

electrical shock. Instead, use rubber mats that have been specifically designed

as electrical insulators.

The power supply power cord must include a grounding plug and must be t

plugged into grounded electrical outlets.

Serverboard battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard t

battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarities This battery

must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type, recommended by

the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s

instructions.

DVD-ROM laser: CAUTION - This server may have come equipped with a t

DVD-ROM drive. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam and hazardous

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radiation exposure, do not open the enclosure or use the unit in any uncon-

ventional way.

2-5 General Safety Precautions

Keep the area around the chassis clean and free of clutter.t

Place the chassis top cover and any system components that have been re-t

moved away from the system or on a table so that they won’t accidentally be

stepped on.

While working on the system, do not wear loose clothing such as neckties and t

unbuttoned shirt sleeves, which can come into contact with electrical circuits or

be pulled into a cooling fan.

t

Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are excellent metal

conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact

with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present.

Chapter 2: System Safety

After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure t

it to the rack unit with the retention screws, after ensuring that all connections

have been made.

2-6 System Safety

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical

charges coming into contact with each other. An electrical discharge is created to

neutralize this difference, which can damage electronic components and printed

circuit boards. The following measures are generally sufficient to neutralize this

difference before contact is made to protect your equipment from ESD:

t

Do not use mats designed to decrease electrostatic discharge as protection from

electrical shock. Instead, use rubber mats that have been specifically designed

as electrical insulators.

Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.t

Keep all components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in their antistatic bags t

until ready for use.

Touch a grounded metal object before removing any board from its antistatic t

bag.

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Do not let components or PCBs come into contact with your clothing, which may t

retain a charge even if you are wearing a wrist strap.

Handle a board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral chips, t

memory modules or contacts.

When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.t

Put the serverboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not t

in use.

For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides excellent t

conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and

the serverboard.

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Chapter 3: Chassis Components

Chapter 3

Chassis Components

3-1 Overview

This chapter describes the most common components included with your chassis.

Some components listed may not be included or compatible with your particular

chassis model. For more information, see the installation instructions detailed later

in this manual.

3-2 Components

Chassis

The chassis includes four 2.5" hard drive bays, and is recommended for SAS or

enterprise HDDs only. The chassis includes a 560 Watt high-efficiency power supply.

For the latest shipping lists, visit our Web site at: http://www.supermicro.com.

This chassis accepts a 1U backplane, three fans (with two optional fans) and a

power supply. SC111 models come in black.

Backplane

Each SC111 chassis comes with a 1U SAS/SATA backplane. For more informa-

tion regarding compatible backplanes, view the appendices found at the end of

this manual. In addition, visit our Web site for the latest information: http://www.

supermicro.com.

Fans

The SC111 chassis accepts three system fans and provides space for two ad-

ditional fans if required. System fans for the SC111 chassis are powered from the

serverboard. These fans are 1U high and are powered by 4-pin connectors.

Mounting Rack

The SC111 can be placed in a rack for secure storage and use. To setup your rack,

follow the step-by-step instructions included in this manual.

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Power Supply

Each SC111 chassis model includes one high-efficiency power supply rated at 560

Watts. In the unlikely event your power supply fails, replacement is simple and can

be done without tools.

Air Shroud

Air shrouds are shields, usually plastic, that channel air directly to where it is needed.

Always use the air shroud included with your chassis.

Optional Features

One slim DVD-ROM drive and/or one USB com port are optional features on the

SC111 chassis.

3-3 Where to get Replacement Components

Although not frequently, you may need replacement parts for your system. To

ensure the highest level of professional service and technical support, we strongly

recommend purchasing exclusively from our Supermicro Authorized Distributors /

System Integrators / Resellers. A list of Supermicro Authorized Distributors / System

Integrators /Reseller can be found at: http://www.supermicro.com. Click the Where

to Buy link.

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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 hard drive trays that pro-

vide system and component status. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED

indicators and the appropriate responses that need to be taken.

Figure 4-1. Control Panel Buttons and LEDs

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4-2 Control Panel Buttons

The SC111 chassis includes two or three push-buttons located on the front panel:

a reset button, a power on/off button, and a UID button

Reset: The reset button is used to reboot the system.t

Power: The main power switch is used to apply or remove power from the power t

supply to the server system. Turning off system power with this button removes

the main power but keeps standby power supplied to the system. Therefore,

you must unplug system before servicing.

UID: When used with a UID-compatible motherboard, the UID button is used t

to turn on or off the blue light function of the the U-LED. Once the blue light is

activated, the unit can be easily located in very large racks and server banks.

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4-3 Control Panel LEDs

The control panel located on the front of the SC111 chassis has up to five LEDs.

These LEDs provide critical information related to different parts of the system.

This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any action

that may be required.

Universal Information LED: The Universal Information LED is used to indated t

fan failure, power failure, overheat condition, or to identify the unit within a large

rack installation. The feature requires a motherboard that supports the Universal

Information LED.

When this LED blinks red quickly, it indicates a fan failure and when blinking red

slowly a power failure. This LED will be blue when used for UID (Unit Identifier).

When on continuously red, it indicates an overheat condition, which may be caused

by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room temperature

being too warm. See the table below for descriptions of the LED states.

Universal Information LED States

State Indication

Fast Blinking Red
(1x/sec)

Solid Red CPU Overheat

Slow Blinking Red
(1x/4 sec)

Solid Blue Local UID Button Depressed

Blinking Blue IPMI-Activated UID

Figure 4-2: Universal Information LED States

Note: Deactivating the UID LED must be performed in the same way it was acti-

vated. (If the UID LED was activated via IPMI, you can only turn the LED off via

IPMI and not with the UID button.)

Fan Fail

Power Fail

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NIC2: Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when flashing.t

NIC1: Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing.t

HDD: Indicates IDE channel activity. SAS/SATA drive, and/or DVD-ROM drive t

activity when flashing.

Power: Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. t

This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.

4-4 Drive Carrier LEDs

The SC111 chassis uses SAS/SATA drives.

SAS/SATA Drives

Each SAS/SATA drive carrier has two LEDs.

Green: Each Serial ATA drive carrier has a green LED. When illuminated, this t

green LED (on the front of the SATA drive carrier) indicates drive activity. A con-

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nection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that

particular drive is being accessed.

Red: The red LED to indicate an SAS/SATA drive failure. If one of the SAS/SATA t

drives fail, you should be notified by your system management software.

4-5 Power Supply LEDs

Some power supplies include an LED in the rear with the following definitions:

Solid Green: When illuminated, the green LED indicates that the power supply t

is on.

Solid Amber: When illuminated, the amber LED indicates the power supply is t

plugged in and turned off, or the system is off but in an abnormal state.

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Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance

Chapter 5

Chassis Setup and Maintenance

5-1 Overview

This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform mainte-

nance on the chassis. The only tool you will need to install components and perform

maintenance is a Phillips screwdriver. Print this page to use as a reference while

setting up your chassis.

5-2 Installation and Maintenance Procedures

Installation

Removing the Chassis Cover t

Installing Hard Drivest

DVD-ROM Drive Installationt

Installing the Motherboard (includes I/O slot setup)t

Installing the Air Shroud and Checking the Airflowt

General Maintenance

Systems Fanst

Replacing the Power Supply t

Review the warnings and precautions listed in the manual
before setting up or servicing this chassis. These include in-

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formation in Chapter 2 System Safety and the warning/precau­tions listed in the setup instructions.

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5-3 Removing the Chassis Cover

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Figure 5-1: Removing the Chassis Cover

Removing the Chassis Cover

Remove the screws securing the top cover to the chssis.1.

Slide the cover toward the rear of the chassis.2.

Lift the cover off the chassis.3.

Warning: Except for short periods of time, do NOT operate the

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server without the cover in place. The chassis cover must be in
place to allow proper airflow and prevent overheating.

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5-4 Installing Hard Drives

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Figure 5-2: Removing Hard Drive

Only SAS or SATA hard drives are recommended for use in the SC111 chassis.

Removing Hard Drive Trays from the Chassis

Press the release button on the drive tray. This extends the drive bay handle.1.

Use the handle to pull the drive out of the chassis.2.

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Figure 5-3: Hard Drive Carrier

Installing a Hard Drive into a Drive Carrier

Remove the dummy drive, which comes pre-installed in the drive carrier, by 1.

removing the screws securing the dummy drive to the carrier. Note that these

screws cannot be reused on the actual 2.5" hard drive.

Insert a drive into the carrier with the PCB side facing down and the connec-2.

tor end toward the rear of the carrier.

Align the drive in the carrier so that the screw holes of both line up. Note that 3.

there are holes in the carrier marked "SAS" or “SATA” to aid in correct instal-

lation.

Secure the drive to the carrier with four M3 screws as illustrated below. These 4.

screws are included in the chassis accessory box.

Insert the drive carrier into its bay, keeping the carrier oriented so that the 5.

hard drive is on the top of the carrier and the release button is on the right

side. When the carrier reaches the rear of the bay, the release handle will

retract.

Push the handle in until it clicks into its locked position6.

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Warning: Except for short periods of time (swapping hard
drives), do not operate the server with the hard drives empty.

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5-5 DVD-ROM Drive or USB Comport Installation

The SC111 chassis includes either a DVD-ROM or USB com port, which is usually

pre-installed. In the unlikely event that the DVD-ROM or USB com port needs to

be replaced, follow the instructions below.

Installing or Replacing a DVD-ROM Drive or USB Com Port

Power down the system and if necessary, remove the server from the rack. 1.

When installing a device for the first time, it is necessary to remove the front 2.

mini bezel (grate) from slot A (for a USB com port) or slot B (for a DVD-ROM

drive).

Pull the bezel forward and off the front of the chassis. (If a device was previ-3.

ously installed, this cover may already be removed).

Remove the top chassis cover and unplug the drive's power and data cables 4.

from the motherboard and/or backplane.

The DVD-ROM requires an additional lock screw (C) at the back of the DVD-5.

ROM drive to be removed. Remove the lock screw through the interior of the

chassis and gently push the DVD-ROM drive (D), DVD-ROM adapter card (E)

and drive tray out through the front of the chassis.

B

1

A

1

C

1

E

1

Figure 5-4: Installing the DVD-ROM Drive

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If replacing an existing DVD-ROM drive or USB com port, remove the drive 6.

screws (F), place the replacement drive into the drive tray, and replace the

drive tray mounting plates (G), using the drive screws.

If installing a USB com port, gently slide the assembled drive, drive tray and 7.

drive tray mounting plates into the chassis.

If installing a DVD-ROM drive, gently slide the assembled drive, drive tray,

drive tray mounting plates, and the DVD-ROM drive adapter board into the

chassis and secure

Reattach the drive tray to the chassis by replacing the mini-bezel lock screw, 8.

and tightening it from inside the chassis.

Reconnect the data and power cables.9.

Replace the chassis cover, return the server to the rack if necessary, and 10.

power up the system.

G

1

F

1

Figure 5-5: DVD and USB Com Port Installation

G

1

G

1

F

1

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Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance

5-6 Installing the Motherboard

Optional Standoffs

Figure 5-6: Chassis Standoffs

Permanent and Optional Standoffs

Standoffs prevent short circuits by creating space between the motherboard and the

chassis surface. The SC111 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations used

by most motherboards. These standoffs accept the rounded Phillips head screws

included in the SC111 accessories packaging.

Some motherboards require additional screws for heatsinks, general components

and/or non-standard security. Optional standoffs are included for these mother-

boards. To use an optional standoff, you must place the hexagonal screw through

the bottom the chassis and secure the screw with the hexagon nut (rounded side

up).

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SC111 Chassis Manual

Installing the Motherboard

Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar 1.

with component placement, requirements, and precautions.

Disconnect the power supply and lay the chassis on a flat surface.2.

Open the chassis cover.3.

If necessary, remove the riser card bracket. To do this, remove the two 4.

screws holding the card in place and lift the bracket from the chassis.

As required by your motherboard, install standoffs in any areas that do not 5.

have a permanent standoff. To do this:

A. Place a hexagonal standoff screw through the bottom the chassis.

B. Secure the screw with the hexagon nut (rounded side up).

Lay the motherboard on the chassis aligning the permanent and optional 6.

standoffs

Secure the motherboard to the chassis using the rounded, Phillips head 7.

screws.

Secure the CPU(s), heatsinks, and other components to the motherboard, 8.

chassis, and/or backplane as needed.

Riser Card
Bracket
(remove if
necessary)

Figure 5-7: Installing the Motherboard

5-8

Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance

Expansion Card Setup

SC111 chassis includes I/O slots for add-on cards and expansion cards. "C" models

(such as SC111T-560CB) include one full height slot. "U" model chassis (such as

SC111T-560UB) include two full-height expansion slots and one low-profile expan-

sion slot.

Note: You must use a riser card to install expansion cards into any SC111 chassis.

Riser cards are sold separately. For the latest riser card compatibility and perfor-

mance information, visit our website at: http://www.supermicro.com.

I/O Panel

Figure 5-8: SC111 Rear - Full Height/Full Length Slots and Low Profile Slot

Low Profile

Slot

Full Height/

Full Lengh

Slots

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6

6

4

1

8

6

Figure 5-9: Chassis with a Riser Card

Installing an Expansion Card

Confirm that you have the correct riser card for your chassis model and that 1.

the add-on card includes a standard bracket.

Remove the chassis cover.2.

Install the riser card into the riser card bracket.3.

Insert the riser card card into the appropriate slot on the motherboard. Se-4.

cure the riser card bracket to the chassis using screws as illustrated.

Choose the I/O panel slot in which to place the add-on card. On that slot, 5.

open the I/O panel lever and slide the I/O panel sideways. From inside the

chassis, remove the I/O panel.

Slide the add-on card into the riser card and attach the add-on card bracket 6.

in place of the I/O panel bracket.

Secure the add-on card by closing the I/O panel lever.7.

If additional support for the add-on card is required, locate the add-on card 8.

support arm on the floor of the chassis and rotate the add-on card support

arm inward to support the edge of the add-on card.

Connect cables to the add-on card if necessary.9.

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Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance

5-7 Installing the Air Shroud

Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The SC111 chassis air

shroud does not require screws to set up.

Figure 5-10: Air Shroud Installation

Air Shroud Installation

Align the air shroud over the motherboard and behind the system fans.1.

Gently place the air shroud in your chassis with the front side touching the 2.

edges of the fans.

See the instructions in the following section for checking the air flow. 3.

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Checking the Air Flow

Check the Airflow

Make sure there are no objects to obstruct airflow in and out of the server. In 1.

addition, if you are using a front bezel, make sure the bezel's filter is replaced

periodically.

Do not operate the server without drives or drive trays in the drive bays. Use 2.

only recommended server parts.

Make sure no wires or foreign objects obstruct air flow through the chassis. 3.

Pull all excess cabling out of the airflow path or use shorter cables.

The control panel LEDs inform you of system status. See Chapter 3 System 4.

Interface for details on the LEDs and the control panel buttons.

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5-8 System Fans

Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance

Figure 5-11: System Fan

Three heavy duty fans provide cooling for the chassis. These fans circulate air

through the chassis as a means of lowering the chassis internal temperature.

The SC111 chassis contains counter-rotating fans. Each fan unit is actually made up

of two fans joined back-to-back, which rotate in opposite directions. This counter-ro-

tating action generates exceptional airflow and works to dampen vibration levels.

The SC111 chassis provides two additional open fan housings, where an additional

system fan may be added for optimal cooling.

Adding a System Fan

Turn off the power to the system and unplug the system from the outlet.1.

Remove the dummy fan from the fan tray.2.

Place the new fan into the vacant space in the housing while making sure the 3.

arrows on the top of the fan (indicating air direction) point in the same direc-

tion as the arrows on the other fans.

Connect the fan wires to the fan headers on the serverboard.4.

Power up the system and check that the fan is working properly before re-5.

placing the chassis cover.

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3

Figure 5-12: Chassis Fans

The SC111 chassis includes three pre-installed fans. Two additional open slots are
available so that up to two more fans may be added.

Replacing a System Fan

If necessary, open the chassis while the power is running to determine which 1.

fan has failed. Never run the server for an extended period of time with the

chassis open.

Turn off the power to the system and unplug the system from the outlet.2.

Remove the failed fan's power cord from the serverboard.3.

Lift the failed fan from the chassis and pull it completely out from the 4.

serverboard.

Place the new fan into the vacant space in the housing while making sure the 5.

arrows on the top of the fan (indicating air direction) point in the same direc-

tion as the arrows on the other fans.

Reconnect the fan wires to the exact same chassis fan headers as the previ-6.

ous fan.

Power up the system and check that the fan is working properly before re-7.

placing the chassis cover.

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Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance

5-9 Replacing the Power Supply

The SC111 chassis has a 560 Watt power supply. This power supply is auto-

switching capable. It can automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input

voltage. An amber light will be illuminated on the power supply when the power is

off. An illuminated green light indicates that the power supply is operating.

Power Supply Failure

If the power supply unit fails, the system will shut down and you will need to replace

the unit. Replacement units can be ordered directly from Supermicro (see contact

information in the Preface). As there is only one power supply unit in the SC111

chassis, power must be completely removed from the server before removing and

replacing the power supply unit.

Figure 5-13: Removing the Power Supply

Replacing the Power Supply

Power down the server and unplug the power cord. Push the release tab (on 1.

the back of the power supply) as illustrated.

Unscrew the two screws securing the power supply to the bottom of the chas-2.

sis.

Replace the failed power module with another of the same model.3.

Plug the AC power cord back into the module and power up the server.4.

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Notes

5-16

Chapter 6: Rack Installation

Chapter 6

Rack Installation

6-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your chassis up and running.

Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system

operational within a minimum amount of time.

6-2 Unpacking the System

You should inspect the box the chassis was shipped in and note if it was damaged

in any way. If the chassis itself shows damage you should file a damage claim with

the carrier who delivered it.

Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold your chassis. It should

be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where

heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated. You will also need

it placed near a grounded power outlet. Be sure to read the Rack and Server Pre-

cautions in the next section.

6-3 Preparing for Setup

The box your chassis was shipped in should include two sets of rail assemblies,

two rail mounting brackets and the mounting screws you will need to install the

system into the rack. Please read this section in its entirety before you begin the

installation procedure outlined in the sections that follow.

Choosing a Setup Location

Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front t

door completely (~25 inches).

Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for t

sufficient airflow and ease in servicing.

This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated t

equipment rooms, service closets and the like).

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! !

Warnings and Precautions!

Rack Precautions

Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to t

the floor with the full weight of the rack resting on them.

In single rack installation, stabilizers should be attached to the rack.t

In multiple rack installations, the racks should be coupled together.t

Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a component from the t

rack.

You should extend only one component at a time - extending two or more si-t

multaneously may cause the rack to become unstable.

General Server Precautions

Review the electrical and general safety precautions that came with the com-t

ponents you are adding to your chassis.

Determine the placement of each component in the rack tbefore you install the

rails.

t

Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack first, and then

work up.

Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from t

power surges, voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a

power failure.

Allow the hot plug hard drives and power supply modules to cool before touch-t

ing them.

Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers t

closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.

6-2

Chapter 6: Rack Installation

Rack Mounting Considerations

Ambient Operating Temperature

If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera-

ture of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the

room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an

environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient tempera-

ture (Tmra).

Reduced Airflow

Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that the amount of airflow required

for safe operation is not compromised.

Mechanical Loading

Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that a hazardous condition does not

arise due to uneven mechanical loading.

Circuit Overloading

Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power

supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have

on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of

equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

Reliable Ground

A reliable ground must be maintained at all times. To ensure this, the rack itself

should be grounded. Particular attention should be given to power supply connec-

tions other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of power

strips, etc.).

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6-4 Rack Mounting Instructions

This section provides information on installing the SC111 chassis into a rack unit with

the rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean

the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation

instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.

NOTE: This rail will fit a rack between 26" and 33.5" deep.

Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails

The chassis package includes two rack rail assemblies in the rack mounting kit.

Each assembly consists of two sections: an inner rail that secures directly to the

chassis, and an outer rail that secures directly to the rack itself.

Inner Rails

The SC111 chassis includes a set of inner rails which are to be secured to the

chassis, allow the chassis to be mounted into a rack.

Inner Rails

Figure 6-1: Inner Rails

6-4

Chapter 6: Rack Installation

1

1

3

1

2

3

1

1

1

2

Figure 6-2: Installing the Inner Rails

Installing the Inner Rails

Installing the Inner Rails to the Chassis

Place the inner rail on the side of the chassis, aligning the hooks of the chas-1.

sis with the rail extension holes. Make sure the rail faces "outward".

Slide the rail toward the front of the chassis.2.

Secure the chassis with two screws as illustrated.3.

Repeat steps 1-3 for the other inner rail.4.

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Front

A

1

Secure this end

to the front of

the rack

Outer Rail

1

B

Attach this end

to the front of

the outer rail

Rear

1

C

Attach this end

to the rear of
the outer rail

Secure this

end to the

rear of the

rack

Figure 6-3: Assembling the Standard Outer Rails

Outer Rail Options

The SC111 chassis supports outer rails which secure the chassis into the the

rack.

Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack

Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack

Attach the front bracket (A) to outer rail (B). Attach it to the flat side of the 1.

outer rail (B), on the front end. Secure them together using the screws pro-

vided.

Attach the rear bracket (C) to the flat side of the outer rail (B), on the rear 2.

end. Secure them together using the screws provided.

Secure the front bracket (A) to the front of the rack using the screws pro-3.

vided.

Secure the rear bracket (C), to the rear of the rack using the screws provided.4.

Repeat steps 1-4 for the other outer rail.5.

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Chapter 6: Rack Installation

Figure 6-4: Installing the Chassis

Installing the Chassis into the Rack

Installing the Chassis

Confirm that the inner rails are correctly installed on the chassis, then confirm 1.

that the outer rails are correctly installed on the rack.

Align the inner rails on the chassis with the front of the outer rails on the rack.2.

Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even on both 3.

sides (you may have to depress the locking tabs when inserting). When the

server has been pushed completely into the rack, you should hear the locking

tabs click into position.

(Optional) Insert and tighten the thumbscrews that hold the front of the server 4.

to the rack.

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Notes

6-8

Appendix A: Chassis Cables

Appendix A

SC111 Chassis Cables

A-1 Overview

This appendix lists supported cables for your chassis system. It only includes the

most commonly used components and configurations. For more compatible cables,

refer to the manufacturer of the motherboard you are using and our Web site at:

www.supermicro.com.

A-2 Cables Included with SC111 Chassis
(SAS/SATA)

SC111T-560CB and SC111T-560UB

Part # Type Length Description

CBL-0157L

CBL-0191L

CBL-0226L

CBL-0206L

Round

Ribbon

Cable

Ribbon,

Round

Cable

SATA

Cable

SATA

Cable

9"

50cm

43cm SATA cables (three included)

48cm SATA cable

8 pin to 8 pin ribbon cable for
SGPIO.

20 pin to 20 pin ribbon cable for
control panel

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A-4 Compatible Cables

These cables are compatible with the SC111 Chassis.

This section lists cables included with the SC111 Chassis packages

Alternate SAS/SATA Cables

Some compatible motherboards have different connectors. If your motherboard

has only one SAS connector that the SAS/SATA cables must share, use one of the

following cables. These cables must be purchased separately.

Cable Name: SAS Cable Quantity: 1

Part #: CBL-0175L
Alt. Name: "Big Four"

Description: This cable has one SFF-8484 (32 pin) connector on one end and 4

SAS connectors (7 pins each) at the other. This cable connects from the Host

(motherboard or other controller) to the backplane SAS hard drive port.

Cable Name: SAS Cable Quantity: 1

Part #: CBL-0116
Alt. Name: iPass or "Small Four"

Description: This cable has one ipass (SFF-8087/mini-sas) connector (36 pins) at

one end and 4 SAS connectors on one end. This cable connects from the Host

(motherboard or other controller) to the backplane SAS hard drive port.

A-2

Appendix A: Chassis Cables

Extending Power Cables

Although Super Micro chassis are designed with to be efficient and cost-effective,

some compatible motherboards have power connectors located in different areas.

To use these motherboards you may have to extend the power cables to the mother

boards. To do this, use the following chart as a guide.

Power Cable Extenders

Number of Pins Cable Part # Length

24 pin CBL - 0042 7.9”(20 CM)

20 pin CBL - 0059 7.9”(20 CM)

8 pin CBL - 0062 7.9”(20 CM)

4 pin CBL - 0060 7.9”(20 CM)

Front Panel to the Motherboard

The SC111 chassis includes a cable to connect the chassis front panel to the

motherboard. If your motherboard uses a different connector, use the following list

to find a compatible cable.

Front Panel to Motherboard Cable (Ribbon Cable)

Number of Pins

(Front Panel)

16 pin 16 pin CBL - 0049

16 pin 20 pin CBL - 0048

20 pin 20 pin CBL - 0047

16 pin Split* CBL - 0068

20 pin Split* CBL - 0067

* Split cables: Use these cables if your motherboard has different pin defini­tions than a Supmicro motherboard.

Number of Pins

(Motherboard)

Cable Part #

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Notes

A-4

Appendix B: Power Supply Specifications

Appendix B

SC111 Power Supply Specifications

This appendix lists power supply specifications for your chassis system.

SC111T-560CB, SC111T-560UB

560W AC to DC w/PFC 560W AC to DC w/PFC I2C

MFR Part # PWS-562-1H PWS-562-1H20

Rated AC
Voltage

+5V standby 2 Amp 2 Amp

+12V 46.5 Amp 46.5 Amp

+5V 15 Amp 15 Amp

+3.3V 15 Amp 15 Amp

-12V 0.5 Amp 0.5 Amp

100-240V
60-50Hz

0.5 - 2.6 Amp

100-240V
50-60Hz

6.5 - 2.6 Amp

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Appendix C: SAS-809T/TQ Backplane Specifications

Appendix C

SAS-809T/TQ Backplane Specifications

To avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps

listed below when accessing your system or handling the components.

C-1 ESD Safety Guidelines

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent dam-

age to your system, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures

are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.

Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.t

Touch a grounded metal object before removing a component from the antistatic t

bag.

Handle the backplane by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral t

chips, memory modules or gold contacts.

When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.t

Put the card and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in use.t

C-2 General Safety Guidelines

Always disconnect power cables before installing or removing any components t

from the computer, including the backplane.

Disconnect the power cable before installing or removing any cables from the t

backplane.

Make sure that the backplane is securely and properly installed on the mother-t

board to prevent damage to the system due to power shortage.

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C-3 An Important Note to Users

All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest PCB t

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.

C-2

Appendix C: SAS-809T/TQ Backplane Specifications

C-4 Front Connectors and Jumpers

+

C45

UPGRADE

JP46

2

1

6

C33

SAS809TQ

REV 1.01

7

JP44

I2C

JP51

DESIGNED IN USA

SIDEBAND

J5

#0

GND

+5V

GND+12V

1

C44

+

4

JP10

2

11

5

MH3 MH2

BZ1

MADE IN TAIWAN

+

3

R71

1

JP18

C65

+

C20

C19

C84

+

+

C26

C5

C85

C

9

JP35

1

3

1

JP33

J8

#3

A

D3

D3:ALARM

3

JP33:MODE SEL
1-2:SGPIO
2-3:I2C

J7

10

23

33

34

12

4

U25

C159 C157

11

C149

U19

3

44

C151

C32

Y1

C18

J6

#1

1

5

6

8

Figure C-1: Front Jumpers and Connectors

The SAS-809T and SAS-809TQ model backplanes have the same printed circuit

board, except that the SAS-809T model does not include the MG9071 AMI chip

and its supporting components.

Front Connectors

Power Connector (4-pin) JP10 1.

SAS Port #0 J52.

MH1

SAS Port #1 J63.

SAS Port #2 J74.

SAS Port #3 J85.

Sideband JP51 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)6.

I7. 2C JP44 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)

Upgrade JP46 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)8.

Chip Reset JP35 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)9.

Mode Select JP33 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)10.

Buzzer Reset JP1811.

MG9071 Chip (not included on the SAS-809T backplane)12.

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C-5 Front Connector and Pin Definitions

1. Backplane Main Power Connectors

The 4-pin connectors designated JP10 pro-

vides power to the backplane. See the table

on the right for pin definitions.

2. - 5. SAS Ports

The SAS ports are used to connect the SAS

drive cables. The four ports are designated #0

- #3. Each port is also compatible with SATA

drives.

6. Sideband Header

The sideband header is designated JP51. For

SAS-2 to work properly, you must connect an

8-pin sideband cable. See the table to the right

for pin definitions.

Backplane

Main Power

4-Pin Connector

(JP10)

Pin# Definition

1 +12V

2 and 3 Ground

4 +5V

Sideband Headers

(JP51)

Pin # Definition Pin # Definition

2 SDIN/

Backplane
Addressing
(SB5)

4 SDOUT/I2C

Reset
(SB4)

6 GND (SB3) 5 SDA (SB1)

8 Backplane

ID (SB7)

10 No Connec-

tion

1 Controller

ID (SB6)

3 GND (SB2)

7 SCL (SB0)

9 No Connec-

tion

7. I2C Connectors

The I2C Connector, designated JP44, is used

to monitor HDD activity and status. See the

table on the right for pin definitions.

C-4

I2C Connector

Pin Definitions

(JP44)

Pin# Definition

1 Data

2 Ground

3 Clock

4 No Connection

Appendix C: SAS-809T/TQ Backplane Specifications

8. Upgrade Connectors

The upgrade connector, designated JP46, is

only included on the SAS-809TQ backplane

and is used for manufacturer's diagnostic

purposes only.

9. MG9071 Chip Reset

The chip reset, designated JP35, is only

included on the SAS-809TQ backplane

and is used to reset the MG9071 chip. For

details, see the jumper settings section of

this manual.

10. Mode Select

Mode select, designated JP33, is only included

on the SAS-809TQ backplane. It allows

switching between I2C and SGPIO modes.

For details, see the I2C and SGPIO settings

section of this manual.

11. Buzzer Reset

The buzzer reset is designated as JP18. It

is used to reset the buzzer after it has been

activated.

12. MG9071 Chip

The MG9071 chip, is only included on the

SAS-809TQ backplane. It is an enclosure

management chip that supports the SES-2

controller and SES-2 protocols.

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R71

C65

JP18

MADE IN TAIWAN

+

1

3

+

C-6 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions

GND

+5V

MH3 MH2

BZ1

MADE IN TAIWAN

+

3

R71

1

JP18

C65

+

C20

C19

C84

+

+

C26

C5

C85

JP35

1

3

1

JP33

J8

3

JP33:MODE SEL

#3

1-2:SGPIO
2-3:I2C

23

J7

A

C

D3

D3:ALARM

33

34

JP18

U25

Y1

C159 C157

11

J6

C149

#1

U19

44

C151

1

5

6

GND+12V

C32

+

1

C45

C18

UPGRADE

JP46

2

JP10

C44

+

4

SAS809TQ

REV 1.01

C33

JP44

I2C

JP51

DESIGNED IN USA

SIDEBAND

MH1

J5

#0

Figure C-2: Jumpers Locations

Explanation of Jumpers

To modify the operation of the backplane,

jumpers can be used to choose between

optional settings. Jumpers create shorts

between two pins to change the function

of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with

a square solder pad on the printed circuit

board. Note: On two pin jumpers, "Closed"

means the jumper is on and "Open" means

the jumper is off the pins.

Jumper Settings

Jumper Jumper Settings Note

JP18

JP35

2-3: Enabled
1-2: Disabled

2-3: Default
1-2: Reset

Buzzer Reset

MG9071 Reset

3 2 1

Connector

Pins

Jumper

3 2 1

Setting

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Appendix C: SAS-809T/TQ Backplane Specifications

U19

59 C157

C151

C149

11

23

33

34

44

I2C and SGPIO Modes and Jumper Settings

This backplane can utilize I2C or SGPIO. SGPIO is the default mode and can be

used without making changes to your jumpers. The following information details

which jumpers must be configured to use I2C mode or restore your backplane to

SGPIO mode. This feature is only available with the SAS-809TQ backplane.

I2C Setting

Jumper Jumper Setting Note

JP33 2-3 Controller ID

SGPIO (Default)

Jumper Jumper Setting Note

JP33 1-2 Controller ID

Front LED Indicators

MH3 MH2

BZ1

MADE IN TAIWAN

+

3

R71

1

JP18

C65

+

C20

C19

C84

+

+

C26

C5

C85

JP35

1

3

1

JP33

J8

3

JP33:MODE SEL

#3

1-2:SGPIO
2-3:I2C

23

J7

A

C

D3

D3:ALARM

33

34

Figure C-3: Front LEDs

GND

+5V

C18

+

C45

UPGRADE

JP46

2

GND+12V

1

JP10

C44

+

U25

C159 C157

11

C149

U19

44

C151

C32

Y1

J6

#1

1

5

6

4

SAS809TQ

REV 1.01

C33

JP44

I2C

JP51

DESIGNED IN USA

SIDEBAND

MH1

J5

#0

D3

Front Panel LEDs

LED STATE SPECIFICATION

D3 ON

Overheat/ Drive Failure LED Indicator
(Red light: flashing, Buzzer: On)

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D13

D6

ACT#1

SAS#1

SAS#0

27

7

J2

J1

7

SAS #1

33

9

8

9

3327

8

SAS #0

C

D13

R84

A

21

22

21

22

C

R87

D6 D5

A

FAIL#1

ACT#0

C

D12

R83

A
C

R85

A

FAIL#0

D12

D5

SAS#3

SAS#2

SAS #3

J4

J3

SAS #2

Figure C-4: Rear Connectors and LEDs

Rear SAS/SATA Connectors

Rear

Connector

SAS #0 J1 SAS/SATA HDD #0

SAS #1 J2 SAS/SATA HDD #1

SAS #2 J3 SAS/SATA HDD #2

Connector

Number

SAS Drive

27

9

33

8

7

27

9

33

87

Number

D15

D8

ACT#3

C

D15

A

21

22

21

22

C

R90 R89R88

D8 D7

A

FAIL#3

ACT#2

C

D14

R86

A
C

A

FAIL#2

D14

D7

SAS #3 J4 SAS/SATA HDD #3

Rear LED Indicators

Rear

Connector

Hard Drive Activity

(Not included on SAS-809T)

SAS #0 D12 D5

SAS #1 D13 D6

SAS #2 D14 D7

SAS #3 D15 D8

Failure LED

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Notes

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Disclaimer (cont.)
The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life sup­port systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices,
aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to per­form be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic
property damage. Accordingly, Supermicro disclaims any and all liability, and should
buyer use or sell such products for use in such ultra-hazardous applications, it does so
entirely at its own risk. Furthermore, buyer agrees to fully indemnify, defend and hold
Supermicro harmless for and against any and all claims, demands, actions, litigation,
and proceedings of any kind arising out of or related to such ultra-hazardous use or
sale.

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