Supermicro SuperChassis 842TQ-865B manual

SC842 Chassis Series SC842TQ-865B SC842TQ-665B SC842i-500B SC842XTQ-R606B USER’S MANUAL 1.0c S UPER ®[...]

SC842 Chassis Manual ii Manual Revision 1.0c Release Date: July 1 1, 2012 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 manu[...]

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 SC842 chassis. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only . Optimized for enterprise level server systems, Supermicro's SC842 chas[...]

SC842 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 primary features of the SC842 chassis. This chapter also includes contact information. Chapter 2: System Safety This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety . [...]

v Preface T able of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Shipping List .................................................................................................... 1-1 Part Numbers .......................................[...]

SC842 Chassis Manual vi Removing Hard Drive Carriers (SC842TQ and SC842XTQ) .......................... 5-3 Installing a Drive to the Carrier (SC842TQ and SC842XTQ) ......................... 5-4 Installing Hard Drive Carriers (SC842TQ and SC842XTQ) ............................ 5-5 Removing the Hard Drive Cage (SC842i Series) ........................[...]

vii Preface Appendix A SC842 Chassis Cables Appendix B SC842 Power Supply Specications Appendix C SAS-842TQ Backplane Specications[...]

SC842 Chassis Manual viii Notes[...]

1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction Legend: DP/UP: Dual processor/single processor FF: Full height, full length PCI slots. Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview Supermicro’s SC842 4U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design. The chassis is equipped with a high-efciency power supply . High-performance fans provide ample optimized cooling. Up [...]

SC842 Chassis Manual 1-2 1-3 Chassis Features The SC842 high-performance chassis includes the following features: CPU Support The SC842 chassis supports single and dual Intel/AMD processors. Please refer to the motherboard specications pages on our Web site for updates on supported processors, at www .supermicro.com. Hot-Swappable Hard Drives Th[...]

1-3 Chapter 1 Introduction 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 Computer[...]

SC842 Chassis Manual 1-4 Notes[...]

2-1 Chapter 2 System Safety Chapter 2 System Safety 2-1 Overview This chapter provides safety information about the SC842 chassis. These instruc - tions assume that you are an experienced technician, familiar with common con - cepts and terminology . 2-2 W arnings and Precautions Y ou should inspect the box the chassis was shipped in and note if it[...]

2-2 SC842 Chassis Manual 2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SC842 from damage: • Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room’s emergency power-of f switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet. If an el[...]

2-3 Chapter 2 System Safety • Please handle used batteries carefully . Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landll. Please comply with the regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dis[...]

2-4 SC842 Chassis Manual • Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent electrostatic discharge. • Keep all components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in their antistatic bags until ready for use. • T ouch a grounded metal object before removing any board from its antistatic bag. • Do not let components or PCBs come into con[...]

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 Ha[...]

3-2 SC842 Chassis Manual rated at 600 W atts. (Model SC842XTQ) In the unlikely event of a power supply failure, replacement is easily accomplished without tools. 3-3 Where to get Replacement Components Although not frequently , you may need replacement parts for your system. T o ensure the highest level of professional service and technical support[...]

4-1 Chapter 4 System Interface Chapter 4 System Interface 4-1 Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others 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. SC842 models have two buttons on the chassis control panel: a reset[...]

4-2 SC842 Chassis Manual 4-2 Control Panel Buttons The re ar e t wo pus h - but to ns lo c ated o n th e fro nt of t he ch as sis. T he se ar e (in or der fro m lef t to r ight), a res et but to n and a p owe r on /of f but to n. Reset: The reset button is used to reboot the system. Powe r : Th e mai n powe r swi tch i s use d to ac tiva te or re m[...]

4-3 Chapter 4 System Interface Powe r : In dic ate s powe r is b ein g supp lie d to th e syste m's po wer sup ply u nit s. Th is LED sh oul d nor m ally b e ill umi nated w he n the sy stem i s ope rat ing . Overheat /Fan Fail : W h e n t h i s L E D  a s h e s i t i n d i c a t e s a f a n f a i l u r e . W h e n c o n t i n u - ously o n[...]

4-4 SC842 Chassis Manual 4-4 Drive Carrier LEDs Each hard drive carrier has two LEDs. Blue: Whe n ill umin ated, t his b lue L ED (on the f ront o f the d ri ve ca rr i er) indi c ates dr ive ac tiv it y. A conn ec ti on to t he bac k pla ne ena ble s th is LED t o blin k on an d of f whe n tha t par tic ul ar dr ive is b ein g ac c es sed. Red: Th[...]

5-1 Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-1 Overview This chapter details the basic steps required to install components to the SC842 chassis. The only tool you will need is a Phillips head screwdriver . Print this chapter to use as a reference while setting up your chassis. Review the warnings and precau[...]

5-2 SC842 Chassis Manual 5-2 Removing the Chassis Cover Removing the Chassis Cover 1. Remove the screw at the rear of the chassis and set it aside for later use. 2. Remove the two screws on the sides of the cover and set them aside. 3. Lift the cover up and off the chassis. Figure 5-1: Removing the Chassis Cover W arning: Except for short periods o[...]

5-3 Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-3 Installing Hot-Swap Hard Drives The hot-swappable hard drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their instal - lation and removal from the chassis. The SC842 chassis supports up to ve 3.5" hard drives. Removing Hard Drive Carriers (SC842TQ and SC842XTQ) Removing the Hard Drive and Hard[...]

5-4 SC842 Chassis Manual Installing a Drive to the Carrier (SC842TQ and SC842XTQ) Installing a Hard Drive 1. Remove the two screws securing the dummy drive to the drive carrier . 2. Lift the dummy drive out of the drive carrier . 3. Place the hard drive carrier on a at, stable surface such as a desk, table, or work bench. 4. Slide the hard drive[...]

5-5 Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Hard Drive Carrier SAS/SA T A Hard Drive Figure 5-4: Installing a Drive into a Hard Drive Carrier Use a hard, stable surface when installing the hard drive 4 6 6 Installing Hard Drive Carriers (SC842TQ and SC842XTQ) Installing the Hard Drive Carriers 1. Reinsert the hard drive carrier into the hard drive [...]

5-6 SC842 Chassis Manual Figure 5-5: Removing the Internal HDD Cage Removing the Hard Drive Cage (SC842i Series) Removing the Hard Drive Cage 1. Power down the system and disconnect the chassis from any source of power . 2. Remove the four screws securing the internal hard drive cage and bracket to the chassis as illustrated below and set them asid[...]

5-7 Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installing Hard Drives into the Cage (SC842i Series) Installing Drives into the Internal Hard Drive Cage 1. Insert a hard drive into the hard drive cage, aligning the holes in the drive with those in the cage. 2. Secure the drive to the top of the cage with two to three hard drive screws. 3. Secure the dr[...]

5-8 SC842 Chassis Manual Figure 5-7: Installing the Internal HDD Cage Installing the Hard Drive Cage (SC842i Series) Installing the Hard Drive Cage 1. Shut down the system using the operating system, remove the power cord from the rear of the chassis and open the chassis cover . 2. Insert the hard drive cage through the front of the chassis. 3. Rei[...]

5-9 Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-4 Installing an I/O Shield Installing an I/O Shield I/O shields help to hold the motherboard ports in place. Install the I/O shield that came with your motherboard before installing the motherboard. 1. Shut down the system using the operating system, remove the power cord from the rear of the chassis an[...]

5-10 SC842 Chassis Manual 5-5 Installing the Motherboard Optional Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by creating space between the motherboard and the chassis oor . The SC842 chassis includes optional removeable standoffs in locations used by motherboards. These standof fs accept the round Phillips head screws included in the SC842 acces[...]

5-1 1 Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-10: Installing the Motherboard Motherboard Installation Installing the Motherboard 1. Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar with component placement, requirements, and precautions. 2. Shut down the system using the operating system, remove the power cord from[...]

5-12 SC842 Chassis Manual Installing Expansion Cards 1. Shut down the system using the operating system, remove the power cord from the rear of the chassis and open the chassis cover . 2. Locate the motherboard port which is aligned with the card slot you want to install. 3. Each PCI slot cover is secured by one screw located on the top of the cove[...]

5-13 Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Fan Release T ab Rear System Fans Figure 5-12: Installing the Rear Fan 1 2 1 4 Installing the Rear System Fans The SC842 chassis includes two rear exhaust fans. Installing the Rear System Fans 1. Shut down the system using the operating system, remove the power cord from the rear of the chassis and open [...]

5-14 SC842 Chassis Manual Checking the Server's Airow Checking the Airow 1. Make sure there are no objects to obstruct the airow in and out of the server . If necessary , route and organize the cables appropriately . 2. Do not operate the chassis without drive carriers in the drive bays.[...]

5-15 Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-6 Power Supply Most SC842 chassis models include a single xed 500, 665 or 865 Watt power supply . The SC842XTQ chassis model includes dual redundant 600 W att power supplies. In the unlikely event of a power supply failure, single power supply systems must be powered-down, the power completely disco[...]

5-16 SC842 Chassis Manual Replacing a Redundant Power Supply (SC842XTQ) Redundant power supplies are hot-swappable and it is not necessary to power down the server before replacing the power supply . Replacing the Redundant Power Supply 1. Press the release button on the rear of the failed power supply module 2. Grasp the handle on the power supply[...]

5-17 Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 1 4 Installing the DVD-ROM and Peripheral Drive SC842 chassis models supports a slim DVD-ROM and up to three 5-1/4" periph - eral drives. Figure 5-14: Installing a Peripheral Drive Installing a Peripheral Drive 1. Shut down the system using the operating system, remove the power cord from the rear o[...]

5-18 SC842 Chassis Manual Notes[...]

6-1 Chapter 6 Rack Installation Chapter 6 Rack Installation 6-1 Overview This chapter provides a quick setup to install the chassis into a rack. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to complete the rack installation within a minimal amount of time. 6-2 Unpacking the System Inspect the box the chassis was shipped in and note if[...]

6-2 SC842 Chassis Manual 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 . •[...]

6-3 Chapter 6 Rack Installation • Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling. Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating T emperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly , the ambient operating tem - perature of the rack environme[...]

6-4 SC842 Chassis Manual 6-4 Rack Mounting Rack Mounting Overview This section provides information on installing the SC842 chassis into an open rack. 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 rack unit you [...]

6-5 Chapter 6 Rack Installation 6-5 Rack Mounting with the Optional Rail System Rail System Overview This section provides information on installing the SC842 chassis into a four-post rack unit with the optional quick-release rails. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly . Y ou sh[...]

6-6 SC842 Chassis Manual Figure 6-3: Installing the Inner Rails Installing the Inner Rails Installing the Inner Rails 1. Place the inner rails on the side of the chassis aligning the hooks of the chas - sis with the rail holes. Make sure the rail faces "outward". 2. Slide the inner rail toward the front of the chassis. 3. Secure the chass[...]

6-7 Chapter 6 Rack Installation Outer Rack Rails Outer rails attach to the rack and hold the chassis in place. Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack 1. Secure the back end of the outer rail to the rack, using the screws provided. 2. Press the button where the two outer rails are joined to retract the smaller outer rail. 3. Hang the hooks of the ra[...]

6-8 SC842 Chassis Manual screw the handles the outer rails for secure purpose if necessary F. ABLECOM DA TE:2008/08/14 REV:2 SCREW SCREW COMPLETE 1 2 Figure 6-5: Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack 1. Extend the outer rails as illustrated above. 2. Align the inner rails of the chassis with the outer rails on the ra[...]

A-1 Appendix A SC842TQ-865B, SC842TQ-665B Part # T ype Length Description CBL-0044L Cable 2' SA T A cable CBL-0087 Ribbon, Round 20" 16-pin to 16-pin ribbon cable for control panel CBL-0084L Cable 6" Front control cable, 16-pin split cable CBL-0286L Cable 30 cm 4-pin to 4-pin rear fan power exten- sion with square header . CBL-0336L [...]

A-2 SC842 Chassis Manual SC842XTQ-R606B Part # T ype Length Description CBL-0044L Cable 2' SA T A cable CBL-0087 Ribbon, Round 20" 16-pin to 16-pin ribbon cable for control panel CBL-0084L Cable 6" Front control cable, 16-pin split cable CBL-0286L Cable 30 cm 4-pin to 4-pin rear fan power exten- sion with square header . CBL-0336L Ca[...]

B-1 Appendix B Power Supply Appendix B SC842 Power Supply Specications This appendix lists power supply specications for your chassis system. SC842i-500B 500W MFR Part # PWS-502-PQ Rated AC V oltage 100 - 240V 50-60Hz 7-3.5 Amp +5V standby 3 Amp +12V1 17 Amp +12V2 17 Amp +12V3 17 Amp +12V4 18 Amp -12V 0.5 Amp +5V 20 Amp +3.3V 15 Amp[...]

B-2 SC842 Chassis Manual SC842TQ-865B 865W MFR Part # PWS-865-PQ Rated AC V oltage 100 - 240V 50 - 60Hz 12 - 6 Amp +5V standby 6.5 Amp +12V 70 Amp +5V 30 Amp +3.3V 30 Amp -12V 1 Amp SC842TQ-665B 665W MFR Part # PWS-665-PQ Rated AC V oltage 100 - 240V 50 - 60Hz 10 -5 Amps +5V standby 6 Amp +12V 54 Amp +5V 30 Amp +3.3V 24 Amp -12V 0.5 Amp[...]

B-3 Appendix B Power Supply SC842XTQ-R606B 600W MFR Part # PWS-606P-1R Rated AC V oltage 100-240 V 50-60 Hz 7.5-3.0 Amp DC Output Rating +12V 50 Amp +5V standby 3 Amp[...]

C-1 Appendix C SAS-842TQ Backplane Specications Appendix C SAS-842TQ Backplane Specications T o 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. T o prev[...]

C-2 SC842 Chassis Manual C-3 An Important Note to Users All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest back - plane 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-4 Introduction to the SAS-842TQ Backplane The SAS-[...]

C-3 Appendix C SAS-842TQ Backplane Specications F1 F2 F3 JP52 1 2 7 8 JP51 1 2 7 8 J8 7 J7 7 J6 7 J5 7 J10 7 JP46 JP53 JP30 JP54 JP29 1 3 JP33 1 3 JP25 1 3 MH1 MH2 MH3 MH4 MH5 MH6 + C45 + C44 + C3 + C85 + C5 + C34 C35 U31 U26 U25 C A D3 4 1 JP10 4 1 JP13 1 16 32 33 48 49 64 U40 JP44 JP45 BAR CODE 1.01 REV: SAS842TQ MACH FINISH 30 ANGLE SPECIFIED[...]

C-4 SC842 Chassis Manual #4 and #5. Sideband Connectors The sideband connectors are designated JP51 and JP52. For SES-2 to work properly , you must connect an 8-pin sideband cable. See the table to the right for pin denitions. Sideband Connectors Pin # Denition Pin # Denition 2 SDIN/ Backplane Addressing (SB5) 1 Controller ID (SB6) 4 SDOUT[...]

C-5 Appendix C SAS-842TQ Backplane Specications #6 and #7. I 2 C Connectors The I 2 C connectors, designated JP44 and JP45, are used to monitor HDD activity and status. See the table on the right for pin denitions. I 2 C Connector Pin Denitions Pin# Denition 1 Data 2 Ground 3 Clock 4 No Connection #8 - #12. SAS/SA T A Connectors The SAS[...]

C-6 SC842 Chassis Manual C-7 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Denitions Explanation of Jumpers T o 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 identied with a square solder pad on the printed circuit boar[...]

C-7 Appendix C SAS-842TQ Backplane Specications F1 F2 F3 JP52 1 2 7 8 JP51 1 2 7 8 J8 7 J7 7 J6 7 J5 7 J10 7 JP46 JP53 JP30 JP54 JP29 1 3 JP33 1 3 JP25 1 3 MH1 MH2 MH3 MH4 MH5 MH6 + C45 + C44 + C3 + C85 + C5 + C34 C35 U31 U26 U25 C A D3 4 1 JP10 4 1 JP13 1 16 32 33 48 49 64 U40 JP44 JP45 BAR CODE 1.01 REV: SAS842TQ MACH FINISH 30 ANGLE SPECIFIED[...]

C-8 SC842 Chassis Manual 1 C A D12 C A D13 C A D14 C A D15 C A D18 C A D19 C A D5 C A D6 C A D7 C A D8 J1 J2 J3 J4 J9 1.01 REV: SAS842TQ MACH FINISH 30 ANGLE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS UNLESS OTHERWISE XXX XX X .010 .03 .1 TOLERANCES DECIMAL ARE IN INCHES Erni DESINGER: DA TE: 08/11/2010 PROJECT NAME: SAN JOSE,CA 95131 DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. www.s[...]

C-9 Appendix C SAS-842TQ Backplane Specications 1 C A D12 C A D13 C A D14 C A D15 C A D18 C A D19 C A D5 C A D6 C A D7 C A D8 J1 J2 J3 J4 J9 1.01 REV: SAS842TQ MACH FINISH 30 ANGLE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS UNLESS OTHERWISE XXX XX X .010 .03 .1 TOLERANCES DECIMAL ARE IN INCHES Erni DESINGER: DA TE: 08/11/2010 PROJECT NAME: SAN JOSE,CA 95131 DESIGNED [...]

C-10 SC842 Chassis Manual 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 resu[...]