SUPER MICRO Computer SC512 Bedienungsanleitung

S UPER ® SC512F-600LB SC512-260B SC512-200B SC512F-520(B) SC512F-410(B) SC512L-260(B) SC512L-200B SC512C-260(B) SC512C-200(B) SC512 Chassis Series USER’S MANUAL 1.0b SC512F-600B SC512F-520L(B) SC512F-350B SC512F-280(B) SC512F-260(B) SC512L-260(B)-LCD[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual ii Manual Revision 1.0b Release Date: April 21, 2010 The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manua[...]

iii 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 SC512 1U chassis. Installa - tion and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only . Supermicro’s SC512 1U chassis features a unique and highly-optimize[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual iv Manual Organization Chapter 1: Introduction The rst chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with this chassis and describes the main features. This chapter also includes contact infor - mation. Chapter 2: System Safety This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety . Y ou should thoroughl[...]

v Preface T able of Contents About This Manual ............................................................................................. ii i Manual Organization .......................................................................................... iv Chapter 1 Introductio n 1-1 Overview .....................................................[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual vi Chapter 4 System Interfac e 4-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 4- 1 4-2 Control Panel Buttons ..................................................................................... 4- 2 4-3 Control Panel LEDs ..................................[...]

vii Preface Installing the Inner Rail Extension .................................................................. 6- 5 Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack ............................................................. 6- 6 Installing the Chassis into a Rack................................................................... 6- 8 Mid-Mount T elco [...]

SC512 Chassis Manual viii Notes[...]

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview Supermicro’s SC512 1U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design. The chassis is equipped with a high-efciency power supply in a small form factor for optimized space efciency . The following chart lists model numbers and features currently available at the time of printing. For additional info[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 1-2 1-2 Chassis Features The SC512 1U high-performance chassis supports a wide range of features. See the Chassis Components section of this manual for a list of featues included in each of the SC512 models. CPU The SC512 chassis supports a DP and/or UP Xeon, Pentium D, P3/P4 processors. Please refer to the motherboard speci[...]

1-3 Chapter 1 Introduction 1-3 Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer , Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. T el: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (T echnical Support) Web Site: www .supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Comp[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 1-4 1-4 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. Y ou can obtain service by calling your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number . When returning to the manufacturer , the RMA number shou[...]

2-1 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 setup assumes that you are an experienced technician, famailia[...]

SC512F Chassis Manual 2-2 Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or in - • stalling main system components, such as the serverboard, memory modules and the DVD-ROM and oppy drives (not necessary for hot-swappable drives). When disconnecting power , you should rst power down the system with the operating system [...]

2-3 Chapter 2: System Safety 2-5 General Safety Precautions Keep the area around the chassis clean and free of clutter . • Place the chassis top cover and any system components that have been re - • 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 clot[...]

SC512F Chassis Manual 2-4 Do not let components or PCBs come into contact with your clothing, which may • 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, • memory modules or contacts. When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins. • Pu[...]

3-1 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 C[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 3-2 Power Supply Each SC512 chassis model includes a high-efciency power supply rated at 200, 260, 280, 350, 410 or 580 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 funnel air directly to where it is needed[...]

3-3 Chapter 3: Chassis Components Figure 3-1: Blower-Cooled Chassis Model Air blower unit included in chassis models SC512, SC512C and SC512L Figure 3-2: Fan-Cooled Chassis Model System fans included in chassis model SC512F[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 3-4 Model SC512 Includes a slot with a dummy cover plate where an optional DVD-ROM drive may be installed, and a 200 or 260 Watt power supply . The SC512 model chassis is cooled with an internal blower unit. Figure 3-3: Chassis Model SC512-200, SC512-260 Dummy Cover Plate for Optional DVD Drive SC512-200 Chassis Blower/ Fan DVD[...]

3-5 Chapter 3: Chassis Components Model SC512C The SC512C includes a CD-ROM drive, oppy drive, USB ports and a 200 or 260 W att power supply . The SC512C model chassis is cooled with an internal blower unit. Figure 3-4: Chassis Model SC512C Floppy Drive CD-ROM Drive USB Ports SC512C-200 Chassis Blower/ Fan DVD/CD Floppy USB CPU I/O Slots HDD Pow[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 3-6 Optional DVD-ROM Drive DVD-ROM Drive Figure 3-7: Chassis Model SC512F-350 Figure 3-6: Chassis Model SC512F-280 SC512F-280 Chassis Blower/ Fan DVD/CD Floppy USB CPU I/O Slots HDD Power Supply Standard 2x Fan 1x DVD - - DP/ UP FH 2x Fixed 3.5" 280 W att High- Efciency SC512F-350 Chassis Blower/ Fan DVD/CD Floppy USB C[...]

3-7 Chapter 3: Chassis Components SC512F-410 Chassis Blower/ Fan DVD/ CD Floppy USB CPU I/O Slots HDD Power Supply Standard 3x Fans 1x DVD - 2x USB DP/ UP FH 1x Fixed 3.5" 410 DC Figure 3-8: Chassis Models SC512F-410 and SC512F-520 USB Ports DVD-ROM Drive SC512F-520 Chassis Blower/ Fan DVD/CD Floppy USB CPU I/O Slots HDD Power Supply Standard [...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 3-8 Figure 3-10: Chassis Model SC512F-520L and SC512F-600L SC512F-520L Chassis Blower/ Fan DVD/CD Floppy USB CPU I/O Slots HDD Power Supply Standard 3x Fans - - - DP/ UP FH 1x Fixed 3.5" 520 W att High Efciency SC512F-600L Chassis Blower/ Fan DVD/CD Floppy USB CPU I/O Slots HDD Power Supply Standard 3x Fans - - - DP/ UP[...]

3-9 Chapter 3: Chassis Components Model SC512L The SC512L models include two 3.5" hard disk drives and a 200 or 260 W att power supply . The SC512L model chassis is cooled with an internal blower unit. Figure 3-1 1: Chassis Models SC512L-200 and SC512L-260 SC512L-200 Chassis Blower/ Fan DVD/CD Floppy USB CPU I/O Slots HDD Power Supply Standard[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 3-10 Notes[...]

4-1 Chapter 4: System Interface Chapter 4 System Interface 4-1 Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel and on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system, as well as the activity and health of specic components. Most SC512 models have two buttons on the chassis control panel: a reset button[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 4-2 4-2 Control Panel Buttons Th ere a re t wo pu sh -bu tto ns lo cat ed on the fro nt of t he c has sis. Thes e are a re set but ton an d a power on /of f butto n.  Reset: The reset button is used to reboot the system.  Powe r: T he ma in po wer sw itch is u sed to appl y or r emove p ower f rom the powe r supply [...]

4-3 Chapter 4: System Interface  NI C2: Indic ates net wo rk act ivit y on G LA N2 wh en as hing.  N I C 1: I ndic ates net wor k acti vit y on GL A N 1 wh en ash ing.  HD D: I ndic ate s I DE cha nnel ac tiv ity. S AS/S A T A dr ive, SCSI dr ive, and /or DVD - ROM dr ive act ivit y whe n ashi ng.  Powe r: In dic at[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 4-4 Notes[...]

5-1 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 head and a athead screwdriver . Print this page to use as[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-2 5-3 Removing the Chassis Cover Removing the Chassis Cover Remove the screws holding the chassis cover in place. 1. Apply pressure to the middle front of the chassis cover . 2. Slide the cover toward the rear of the chassis. 3. Figure 5-1: Removing the Chassis Cover W arning: Except for short periods of time, do NOT operate [...]

5-3 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-4 Installing Hard Drives Installing a Hard Drive Before adding a hard drive, you must remove the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive. Open the chassis cover . 1. If you have not already done so, remove the fan tray . For more information on 2. removing the fan tray , see the Maintenance section located at the end of [...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-4 Hard Drive Hard Drive Second Hard Drive Figure 5-3: Adding the Hard Drive Figure 5-4: Adding a Second Hard Drive 4. Place the hard drive in the chassis as illustrated. Make sure the hard drive con - nectors face the inside of the chassis. 5. Secure the hard drive to the chassis using the four screws. 6. SC512F-280, SC512L a[...]

5-5 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Important Motherboard Installation Information Before installing the motherboard, be aware of the following: I/O Shield Backplate The backplate holds the motherboard ports in place. Y our motherboard must match SC512 backplate. If your motherboard does not match, you must choose a different motherboard. [...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-6 Figure 5-6: Installing the Motherboard Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and the chassis surface. The SC512 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations used by most motherboards. These standoffs accept the rounded Phillips head screws included in the SC512 accessories[...]

5-7 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-6 Installing the DVD or CD-ROM Drive Replacing the DVD or CD-ROM Place the DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive in the chassis above the hard drive. 1. Secure the drive with two screws. One screw is external. The other screw is 2. internal. Figure 5-7: Replace the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM Drive Replace these screws DVD-ROM/C[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-8 Expansion Slot Setup SC512 chassis includes a slot for one full height/full length add-on card and a riser card. The riser card allows the expansion card to t within the small 1U form. The expansion card slot does not require a screw to hold the card in place. Figure 5-8: Installing the Expansion Card Installing Expansio[...]

5-9 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-7 Installing the Air Shroud Figure 5-10: Installing the Air Shroud in the SC512 Chassis Installing The Air Shroud Conrm that the air shroud matches your chassis model. 1. Place the air shroud in the chassis. The shroud sets directly behind the sys - 2. tem fans. If necessary , remove some perforated[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-10 Checking the Airow in the Chassis Make sure there are no objects to obstruct airow in and out of the server . 1. 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 ow through the chassis. 3. Pull all ex[...]

5-1 1 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 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 SC512F-280 chassis accepts two fans instead of three. 5-8 System Fans System Fan T ray Systems fan trays are components that house groups of f[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-12 System Fan T ray Replacement Installing the System Fan Tray Power down the system. 1. Disconnect each fan from the motherboard. 2. Lift the system fan tray and fans from the chassis. Retain the rubber mount - 3. ings that encircle the tray rivets. Place the fans into the new system fan tray . Make all the fans face the cor[...]

5-13 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Depending on your chassis model the SC512 chassis has a 200, 269, 280, 350, 410 or 520 Watt power supply . This power supply is auto-switching capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage. An amber light will be illuminated on the power supply when the powe[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-14 Remove this screw Pan Head 6-32 x 5mm [0.197] Power Supply Remove these screws Replacing the Power Supply Disconnect the power cord from the from the chassis to ensure that the unit is 1. not accidentally plugged in. Place the chassis on a stable hard surface and remove the chassis cover . 2. Disconnect the power supply fr[...]

5-15 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Replacing the Chassis LED Panel In the unlikely event that the chassis LED and buttons fail, you can replace the panel. Replacement parts can be ordered from Supermicro or an authorized reseller . Replacing the Chassis LED Panel Power down and unplug the system. 1. Remove the chassis cover . 2. Disconne[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-16 Notes[...]

6-1 Chapter 6: Rack Installation Chapter 6 Rack Installation 6-1 Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to install the chassis into a rack. 6-2 Unpacking the System Y ou 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 le a damage claim with th[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-2 Rack Precautions Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to • the oor with the full weight of the rack resting on them. In single rack installation, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. • In multiple rack installations, the racks should be coupled together . • Alw[...]

6-3 Chapter 6: Rack Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating T emperature 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 environme[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-4 6-4 Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the SC512 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 . Y ou should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the r[...]

6-5 Chapter 6: Rack Installation Installing the Inner Rails Place the inner rail on the side of the chassis aligning the hooks of the chas - 1. sis with the rail holes. Slide the rail toward the front of the chassis to secure the rail in place. 2. Secure the chassis with four screws. 3. Repeat steps 1-3 for the other inner rail extension. 4. Instal[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-6 Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack Installing the Outer Rails Attach the short bracket to the outside of the long bracket. Y ou must align the 1. pins with the slides. Also, both bracket ends must face the same direction. Adjust both the short and long brackets to the proper distance so that the rail 2. ts snugly int[...]

6-7 Chapter 6: Rack Installation SCALE 0.380 Figure 6-4: Installing the Outer Rails to the Server Rack 1 3 1 3 1 2[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-8 Figure 6-5: Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing the Chassis Conrm that the inner rails are attached to the chassis. Also, conrm that the 1. outer rails are installed on the rack. Align chassis rails with the front of the rack rails. 2. Slide the chassis rails into the rack [...]

6-9 Chapter 6: Rack Installation Mid-Mount T elco Rack The SC512.supports T elco rack installation. The SC512 chassis compact design allows the chassis to be installed into a T elco rack without the use of rails. Installing the Chassis into a Rack in Mid-Mount Position Instaling into a Mid-Mount Position Rack If it is necessary to install the chass[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-10 Figure 6-7: Installing the Server into a T elco Rack SCALE 1:2 SCALE 1:2 Hold the chassis in the telco rack and screw the chassis to the rack using the 3. three screw holes located in the chassis ears. The chassis is held in place by the chassis ears and does not slide in and out 4. of place. Flat head M4 x 4 mm [0.157] RA[...]

A-1 Appendix A: SC512 Chassis Cables Appendix A Cables, Screws, and Other Accessories A-1 Overview This appendix lists supported cables for your chassis system. It only includes the most commonly used components and congurations. For more compatible cables, refer to the manufacturer of the motherboard you are using and our Web site at: www .supe[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual A-2 SC512F-520 Part # T ype Length Description CBL-0142L Cable 30 cm (~12") 7-pin SA T A with two 90 degree side connectors (lead free). CBL-0156L Cable 40 cm 16 pin to 16 pin FP cable. Lead free. CBL-0084L Wire 9 cm DVD Cable. Lead free. - Cable 6' Regional power cord SC512F-410 Part # T ype Length Description CBL-01[...]

A-3 Appendix A: SC512 Chassis Cables SC512F-520L and SC512F-600L Part # T ype Length Description CBL-0142L Cable 30 cm (~12") 7-pin SA T A with two 90 degree side connectors (lead free). CBL-0156L Cable 40 cm 16-pin to 16-pin FP Cable. Lead Free. - Cable 6' Regional power cord SC512L-260-LCD Part # T ype Length Description CBL-0049 Cable [...]

SC512 Chassis Manual A-4 Extending Power Cables Although Supermicro chassis are designed with to be efcient and cost-ef fective, some compatible motherboards have power connectors located in different areas. T o use these motherboards you may have to extend the power cables to the mother boards. T o do this, use the following chart as a guide. P[...]

A-5 Appendix A: SC512 Chassis Cables A-3 Routing the Chassis Cables In order for the SC512 chassis to perform safely and efciently , it is important that the cables are routed correctly . Follow the instructions below and review both the cabling diagram and photograph to ensure that the cabling has been properly routed. Preparing the Chassis for[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual A-6 Routing Cable (1A) from Hard Drive (1B) Plug cable (1A) into the SA T A port of hard drive (1B). 1. Lift up the fan and run cable (1A) straight out from the port and under the fan. 2. Route cable (1A) over the hard drive and through the left middle bracket. 3. Plug cable (1A) into upper SA T A port (1C) on the motherboard. [...]

A-7 Appendix A: SC512 Chassis Cables Figure A-2: Chassis Cable Routing Checking the Cable Routing Check the cable routing by following out each cable in the previous steps and 1. comparing them to the diagram in Figure A-1, and the photograph in Figure A-2.[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual A-8 A-4 Chassis Screws The Chassis and accessory box include all the screws needed to setup your chassis. This section include descriptions of the most common screws used. Y our chassis may not require all the parts listed. Flat head M4 x 4 mm [0.157] RAIL Round head M4 x 4 mm [0.157] Flat head M5 x 12 mm [0.472] Washer for M5 [...]

B-1 Appendix B: SC512F Power Supply Specications Appendix B Power Supply Specications This appendix lists power supply specications for your chassis system. SC512C Chassis Models 200 260 MFR Part # PWS-0043 PWS-0055 Rated AC V oltage 100 - 240V 60 - 50Hz 5 - 3A 100 - 240V 60 - 50Hz 4A Max +5V standby 2.0A 2.0A +12V 12.0A 18.0A +5V 20A 25.0[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual B-2 SC512F Chassis Models (See below for 410 model) 260 280 350 520/520L 600/600L MFR Part # PWS-0055 PWS-281-1H PWS-351-1H PWS-521-1H PWS-601-1H Rated AC V oltage 100 - 240V 60 - 50Hz 4A Max 100 - 240V 50 - 60Hz 5A Max 100-240 V , 50-60 Hz, 4.2 - 1.8A 100 - 240V 50 - 60Hz 7 - 3A 100 - 240V 50 - 60Hz 7.5 - 3.1A +5V standby 2.0A[...]

B-3 Appendix B: SC512F Power Supply Specications Notes[...]

SC512 Chassis Manual B-4 Disclaimer (cont.) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life sup- port systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to per- form be reasonably expected to result [...]