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:

t

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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