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SC503 Chassis Manual

Manual Revision 1.0a
Release Date: March 27, 2008

The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate.
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makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manual, or to notify any
person or organization of the updates. Please Note: For the most up-to-date version of this

manual, please see our web site at www.supermicro.com.

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Preface

Preface

About This Manual

This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It

provides information for the installation and use of the SC503 chassis. Installation

and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.

Supermicro’s SC503 chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design for low

wattage processor platforms. The chassis is equipped with a 200W high efficiency

power supply for superb power savings. High performance fans provide ample

optimized cooling.

This document lists compatible parts available when this document was published.

Always refer to the our Web site

for updates on supported parts and configura-

tions.

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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 SC503 chassis. This chapter also

includes contact information.

Chapter 2 System Safety

This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety. It recommended that

you thoroughly familiarize yourself installing and servicing this chassis safety pre-

cautions.

Chapter 3 Chassis Components

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

other components.

Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Installation

Follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing, or

reconfiguring your chassis.

Chapter 5 Rack Installation

Refer to this chapter for 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.

Appendix A Chassis Hardware

Appendix B: Power Supply Specifications

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Preface

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

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

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

1

Part Numbers .................................................................................................. 1-

1

1-3 Where to get Replacement Components ........................................................ 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

Mounting to a Rack (optional

) ......................................................................... 3-1

Power Supply .................................................................................................. 3-1

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

Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance

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

4-2 Removing the Chassis Cover ......................................................................... 4-2

4-3 Installing the Hard Drives ................................................................................ 4-3

4-4 Installing the Motherboard .............................................................................. 4-4

Chassis

Standoffs ........................................................................................... 4-4

Motherboard Installation .................................................................................. 4-

5

Add-on Card/Expansion

Slot Setup ................................................................ 4-6

4-5 Replacing the Heatsink ................................................................................... 4-7

Checking the Server's Air

Flow ....................................................................... 4-8

4-8 Power Supply ................................................................................................. 4-9

Replacing the Power Supply ........................................................................... 4-

9

Chapter 5 Rack Installation

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

5-2 Unpacking the System .................................................................................... 5-1

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5-3 Preparing for Setup ......................................................................................... 5-1

Choosing a Setup Location ............................................................................. 5-

1

Rack Precautions ............................................................................................ 5-

2

General Server Precautions ............................................................................ 5-

2

Rack Mounting Considerations ....................................................................... 5-

3

Ambient Operating Temperature ................................................................ 5-

3

Reduced Airflow ......................................................................................... 5-

3

Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 5-

3

Circuit Overloading ..................................................................................... 5-

3

5-4 Rack Mounting Instructions ............................................................................. 5-4

Installing the Chassis into a Rack: ................................................................. 5-

4

Installing the Chassis into a Telco Rack: ........................................................ 5-

5

Appendix A Cables, Screws, and other Accessories

Appendix

B SC503 Power Supply Specifications

Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview

Supermicro’s SC503 chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design. The

chassis is equipped with high efficiency 80%+ low noise power supply.

1-2 Shipping List

Part Numbers

Please visit the following link for the latest shiping lists and part numbers for your

particular chassis model http://www.supermicro.com/

Chapter 1: Introduction

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SC503-200B Chassis

Model CPU HDD I/O Slots

Power

Supply

SC503-200(B)

Intel Celeron

400 series (35W)

or low power

platforms under

20W.

(See below)

1 Fixed 3.5"

hard drive or

up to 2 fixed

2.5" hard
drives

1x FH

(optional)

200W

IMPORTANT: It is critical to choose the correct heatsink for your motherboard, that

will fit in the SC503 chassis.

Intel Celeron 400 seriew (35W) platform: Active heatsink SNKP0032A4

Low power platforms under 20W: Passive heatsink SNKP0016P

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1-3 Where to get Replacement Components

Though not frequently, you may need replacement parts for your system. To en-

sure 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 1: Introduction

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)

Web Site: www.supermicro.com

Europe

Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.

Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML

's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail] (General Information)

[e-mail] (Technical Support)

[e-mail] (Customer Support)

Asia-Pacific

Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.

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

Chung-Ho 235, Taipei County

Taiwan, R.O.C.

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Web Site: www.supermicro.com.tw

Technical Support:

Email: [e-mail]

Tel: [phone]

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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

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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 order given should enable you to have your chassis setup and

operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick set up 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 venilated. Avoid areas where heat,

electrical noise and eletromagnetic fields are generated.

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

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ured, the SC503 chassis includes one power supply.

2-3 Preparing for Setup

The SC503 Chassis bolts directly to a rack and includes the mounting screws you

will need to install the systems into the 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 SC503 from damage:

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.

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

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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

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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

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

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

plugged into grounded electrical outlets.

Serverboard Battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard

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.

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