Supermicro SuperChassis 216E2-R900LPB инструкция обслуживания

SC216 CHASSIS Series SC216A-R900UB SC216A-R900LPB SC216E1-R900LPB SC216E2-R900LPB SC216E1-R900UB SC216E2-R900UB USER’S MANUAL 1.0 S UPER ®[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual ii Manual Revision 1.0 Release Date: September 8, 2008 Unless you request and receive written permission from Super Micro Computer , Inc., you may not copy any part of this document. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Other products and companies referred to herein are trademarks or registered tra[...]

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 SC216 2U chassis. Installa- tion and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only . Supermicro’s SC216 maximizes storage capacity in a 2U form factor by[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual iv 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 SC216 chassis. This chapter also includes contact information. Chapter 2 System Safety This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety . Y ou[...]

v Preface Appendices This section lists compatible cables, power supply specifications, and compatible backplanes. Not all compatible backplanes are listed. Refer to our Web site for the latest compatible backplane information at http://www .supermicro.com[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual vi T able of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Shipping List .................................................................................................... 1-1 1-3 Contacting Supermicro ............[...]

vii Preface Motherboard Installation .................................................................................. 5-7 5-6 Installing the Add-on Cards ............................................................................. 5-8 Installing Add-on Cards in Low-Profile Model Chassis ................................... 5-8 Installing Riser C[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual viii Notes[...]

SC216 Chassis Model CPU HDD I/O Slots Power Supply SC216A-R900UB Single/Dual CPU 24x 2.5” hot- swap SAS/SA T A 4x FH, 3x LP 900W Redun- dant SC216A-R900LPB Single/Dual CPU 24x 2.5” hot- swap SAS/SA T A 7x LP 900W Redun- dant SC216E1-R900LPB Single/Dual CPU 24x 2.5” hot- swap SAS/SA T A 7x LP 900W Redun- dant SC216E2-R900LPB Single/Dual CPU 24[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 1-2 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 Comput[...]

1-3 Chapter 1: Introduction 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 sh[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 1-4 Notes[...]

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 set up assumes that you are an experienced technician, familia[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 2-2 2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SC216 from damage: Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well t as the room’s emergency power-of f switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet. If an elec[...]

2-3 Chapter 2: System Safety DVD-ROM Laser: CAUTION - this server may have come equipped with a t DVD-ROM drive. T o prevent direct exposure to the laser beam and hazardous 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 [...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 2-4 T ouch a grounded metal object before removing any board from its antistatic t bag. 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[...]

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[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 3-2 Power Supply Each SC216 chassis model includes a high-efficiency redundant power supply rated at 900 W atts. 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. Always use the[...]

4-1 Chapter 4: System Interface Chapter 4 System Interface 4-1 Overview The control panel features an LED display , and the individual drive carriers also feature LEDs. These LEDs keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system, and monitor the activity and health of specific components. SC216 models feature two buttons on the cha[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 4-2 Pow er : t Ind ic ates p ower i s bei ng sup pli ed to th e syste m's powe r sup ply un its . This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating. HDD: t Ind ic ates I DE c han nel a ct ivi t y . SAS /SA T A dr ive an d/or DV D - RO M dr ive activit y when flashing . 4-3 Control Panel LEDs The c[...]

4-3 Chapter 4: System Interface Power Failure: t When this LED flashes, it indicates a power failure in the power supply . NIC 1 : t Indicates network activit y on GL AN 1 when flashing. NIC2 : t Indicates network activit y on GL AN2 when flashing. Overheat /F an F ail: t Wh en th is LED fl ash es it in dic ate s a fan f ailur e. Wh[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 4-4 4-4 Drive Carrier LEDs The SC216 chassis supports SAS/SA T A drives. SAS/SA T A Drives Each SAS/SA T A drive carrier has two LEDs. Green or Blue: t Eac h ha rd di sk dr ive c ar r ier h as ei th er a gr een o r a blu e LED, depending upon the hard disk drives and backplane used. W hen illuminated, thi s LED in dic ate s [...]

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 main- tenance on the chassis. The only tool required to install components and perform maintenance is a Phillips screwdriver . Print this page to use as a reference while setting [...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-2 5-3 Removing the Chassis Cover Removing the Chassis Cover Press the release tabs to remove the cover from the locked position. Press 1. both tabs at the same time. Once the top cover is released from the locked position, slide the cover 2. toward the rear of the chassis. Lift the cover off the chassis. 3. W arning: Except f[...]

5-3 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-4 Installing Hard Drives The SC216 comes equipped with twenty-four hot-swappable hard drives. Only SAS or enterprise SA T A HDDs are recommended for use in the SC216 chassis. Removing Hard Drive Trays from the Chassis Press the release button on the drive tray . This extends the drive bay handle. 1. Us[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-4 Figure 5-3: Hard Drive T ray Installing a Hard Drive into a Drive Tray Insert a drive into the carrier with the PCB side facing down and the connec- 1. tor end toward the rear of the carrier . Align the drive in the carrier so that the mounting holes of both are aligned. 2. Note that there are holes in the carrier marked &q[...]

5-5 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance I/O Shield Figure 5-5: I/O Shield Placement 5-5 Installing the Motherboard I/O Shield The I/O shield holds the motherboard ports in place. Install the I/O shield before installing the motherboard. If the motherboard you purchased did not include a standard I/O shield, contact the motherboard vendor for a[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-6 Permanent and Optional Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and the chassis surface. The SC216 chassis includes permanent standof fs in locations used by most motherboards. These standof fs accept the rounded Phillips head screws included in the SC216 accessories packaging. So[...]

5-7 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Motherboard Installation Installing the Motherboard Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar 1. with component placement, requirements, precautions, and cable connec- tions. Open the chassis cover . 2. If necessary , remove the air shroud and riser card bracket. 3. Ensure[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-8 5-6 Installing the Add-on Cards Add-on card installation in the SC216 chassis differs between the UIO and low- profile chassis models. See below for directions that are specific you your chassis type. Installing Add-on Cards in Low-Profile Model Chassis Installing Add-on Cards - Low-Profile Chassis Models Remove the cha[...]

5-9 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-8: Installing the UIO Riser Card Bracket Installing Riser Cards and Add-on Cards in UIO Models Installing the Riser Card - UIO Chassis Models Remove the chassis cover . 1. Remove the riser bracket. 2. Install the riser card onto the riser bracket. Note that there are different cards 3. for the r[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-10 Figure 5-9: UIO Add-on Card Installed Installing the Add-on Cards in UIO Chassis Models Ensure that the riser card and riser card bracket have been correctly installed 1. in the chassis. Remove the blank bracket from the rear slot in the chassis. 2. Slide the add-on card horizontally into the slot on the riser card. 3. Sec[...]

5-1 1 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-7 Installing the Air Shrouds Figure 5-10: Installing the Air Shroud Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency . The SC216 chassis air shroud does not require screws for installation. Installing the Air Shroud in the Chassis Installing the Air Shroud Lay the chassis on a flat, stab[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-12 Figure 5-1 1: Installing the Additional Air Shroud An additional air shroud is required for high-powered CPUs, to provide extra cooling. Install the additional air shroud if necessary . Installing the Additional Air Shroud Installing the Additional Air Shroud in the Chassis Remove the left side break-away piece of the main[...]

5-13 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-8 Checking the Air Flow Checking the Server's Air Flow 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 tra[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-14 5-9 System Fans Figure 5-12: System Fan Release T ab 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 SC216 fans are hot-swappable, enabling the fans to be replaced without powering -down the system. Replacing a [...]

5-15 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-13: Placing the System Fan[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-16 5-10 Power Supply The SC216 chassis has two redundant 900 W att power supplies. The power modules are hot-swappable, enabling the power supplies to be changed without powering down the system. These power supplies are auto-switching capable. This enables the power supply to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v[...]

5-17 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Replace the failed power module with the same model power supply . 4. Push the new power supply module into the power bay until the tab clicks into 5. the locked position. Plug the AC power cord back into the module and the replacment power mod- 6. ule will automatically power-up.[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-18 Figure 5-15: Replacing the Power Distributor Power Distributor The power distributor provides failover and power supply redundancy , and is pre-installed in the chassis. In the rare event that you have to replace the power distributor , follow the steps below . Changing the Power Distributor Power down the server and unplu[...]

5-19 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-16: Removing the Screws at the T op of the Backplane 5-1 1 Removing the Backplane The SC216 chassis backplane is located behind the hard drives and in front of the front system fans. In order to change jumper settings on the backplane, it may be necessary to remove the backplane from the chassi[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-20 Loosen the three screws in the spring bar , located on the floor of the chassis, 6. indicated by the arrows below . Gently ease the backplane up and out of the chassis. 7. 6 Figure 5-17: Loosening the Spring Bar Screws in the Floor of the Chassis[...]

5-21 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 1 2 Figure 5-18: Installing the Backplane 5-12 Installing the Backplane Installing the Backplane into the Chassis Ensure that all of the hard drive trays have been removed from the bays in 1. the front of the chassis and that the spring bar has been loosened as directed in the previous section. Slide th[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 5-22 Notes[...]

6-1 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 Y ou should inspect the box the chassis was sh[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 6-2 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 ma[...]

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 environmen[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 6-4 6-4 Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the SC216 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 Figure 6-2. Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails (right side rail shown) Installing the Inner Rail Extension The SC216 chassis includes a set of inner rails in two sections: inner rails and inner rail extensions. The inner rails are pre-attached and do not interfere with normal use of the chassis if you decide[...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 6-6 Outer Rack Rails Outer rails attach to the server rack and hold the chassis in place. The SC216 - comes equipped with quick-release outer rails which allow the chassis to be easily extended or removed from the rack. Identifying the Outer Rails Identify the two outer rack rails. 1. Pull out the end of the outer rail until it[...]

6-7 Chapter 6: Rack Installation Attaching the Outer Rack Rails to the Rack The outer rails attach to the rack and allow easy access to the chassis. Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack Press the button to retract the outer rail extensions. 1. Hang the hooks of the front portion of the outer rail onto the slots of the rack. 2. If necessary , use [...]

SC216 Chassis Manual 6-8 Figure 6-5: Installing the Rack Rails Installing the Chassis into a Rack Confirm that the inner rails and rail extensions are properly installed. Confirm 1. that the outer rails and outer rail extensions are correctly installed on the rack. Line chassis inner rails with the front of the rack outer rails. 2. Slide the chas[...]

A-1 Appendix A: Chassis Cables Appendix A SC216 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 [...]

SC216 Chassis Manual A-2 A-3 Compatible Cables These cables are compatible with the SC216 Chassis. 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 Qu[...]

A-3 Appendix A: Chassis Cables Extending Power Cables Although Super Micro chassis are designed to be efficient and cost-effective, 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. [...]

SC216 Chassis Manual A-4 Notes[...]

B-1 Appendix B: Power Supply Specifications Appendix B SC216 Power Supply Specifications This appendix lists power supply specifications for the SC216 chassis. SC216A-R900UB, SC216A-R900LPB SC216E1-R900LPB, SC216E2-R900LPB SC216E1-R900UB, SC216E2-R900UB 900W MFR Part # PWS-902-1R with PDB Rated AC V oltage 100 - 240V 60 - 50Hz 1 1 - 4.5 Amp +5V [...]

SC216 Chassis Manual B-2 Notes[...]

C-1 Appendix C: SAS-216A Backplane Specifications Appendix C SAS-216A Backplane Specifications 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 Electric Static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. T o pre[...]

C-2 SC216 Chassis Manual C-3 A 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-3 Appendix C: SAS-216A Backplane Specifications Jumper Settings and Pin Definitions C-4 Front Connectors and Jumpers Front Connectors Upgrade Connectors: JP69, JP78 1. and JP1 15 I 2. 2 C Connector #1 (JP37) I 3. 2 C Connector #2 (JP95) I 4. 2 C Connector #3 (JP52) I 5. 2 C Connector #4 (JP96) I 6. 2 C Connector #5 (JP1 16) I 7. 2 C Connector #[...]

C-4 SC216 Chassis Manual C-5 Front Connector and Pin Definitions 1. Upgrade Connectors The upgrade connectors are designated JP69, JP78 and JP1 15 are used for manufacturer's diagnostic purposes only . 2. - 7. I 2 C Connectors The I 2 C Connectors, designated JP37, JP95, JP52, JP96, JP1 15 and JP1 16 are used to monitor HDD activity and statu[...]

C-5 Appendix C: SAS-216A Backplane Specifications Chip Reset JP36 1-2 Reset, 2-3 No Reset (Not populated) 15. Chip Reset JP35 1-2 Reset, 2-3 No Reset (Not populated) 16. Buzzer Reset JP18 17. JP84 1-2 SGPIO, 2-3 I 18. 2 C JP80 I 19. 2 C Addr - On C0, Off C2 (Not populated) JP50 Chip Reset 1-2 Reset, 2-3 No Reset (Not populated) 20. C-6 Front Jumpe[...]

C-6 SC216 Chassis Manual I 2 C and SGPIO Modes and Jumper Settings This backplane can utilize I 2 C or SGPIO. SGPIO is the default mode and can be used without making changes to your jumper . The following information details which jumper must be configured to use SGPIO mode or restore your backplane to I 2 C mode. SGPIO Setting (Default) Jumper J[...]

C-7 Appendix C: SAS-216A Backplane Specifications C6 C5 C47 C44 C420 C415 C327 C323 C253 C239 C201 C197 Y2 BZ1 C157 C224 C24 C247 C295 C298 C383 C399 C139 C153 C220 C244 C246 C249 C250 C280 C294 C297 C212 C213 D4 D9 D3 JP80 R7 R8 R608 R585 R365 R268 R281 R283 R431 R6 R267 R280 R282 R430 R273 R286 R287 R432 JP84 JP36 JP96 JP95 JP52 JP117 JP116 JP48[...]

C-8 SC216 Chassis Manual C100 C102 C107 C359 D103 D105 D107 D108 D109 D110 D119 D121 D19 D20 D23 D29 D30 D31 D32 D33 D37 D38 D39 D5 D6 D7 D8 D88 D100 D101 D102 D104 D106 D111 D118 D12 D120 D13 D14 D15 D18 D21 D22 D24 D25 D26 D27 D28 D40 D41 D42 D87 F16 F15 F14 F13 R510 R463 R84 R85 R149 R150 R164 R165 R173 R174 R175 R176 R177 R178 R179 R180 R181 R1[...]

C-9 Appendix C: SAS-216A Backplane Specifications Rear LED Indicators Rear LED Hard Drive Activity Failure LED SAS #0 D12 D5 SAS #1 D22 D23 SAS #2 D40 D37 SAS #3 D102 D107 SAS #4 D13 D6 SAS #5 D24 D29 SAS #6 D41 D38 SAS #7 D104 D108 SAS #8 D14 D7 SAS #9 D25 D30 SAS #10 D42 D39 SAS #1 1 D106 D109 SAS #12 D15 D8 SAS #13 D26 D31 SAS #14 D87 D88 SAS #[...]

C-10 SC216 Chassis Manual Notes[...]

D-1 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-1 Overview of the SAS-216EL1/EL2 Backplanes The SAS-216EL1/EL2 series of backplanes consists of a SAS-216EB backplane (A) with one or two SAS-216EL daughter cards (B and C) mounted on the rear of the backplane. The SAS-216EL1 model consists of the S[...]

D-2 SC213 Chassis Manaual Safety Guidelines T o avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps listed below when accessing your system or handling the compo- nents. D-1 ESD Safety Guidelines Electric Static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. T o prevent dam- age to your system, it is important to ha[...]

D-3 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Jumper Settings and Pin Definitions D-4 Rear Components, Connectors and Jumpers Rear Components and Connectors Components Primary Flash Chip 1. Primary Expander Chip 2. SAS Port: PRI_J1 3. SAS Port: PRI_J2 4. SAS Port: PRI_J3 5. EPP Connectors: J24 and J25 6. Fan Connectors: Fan1, Fan2, and Fan3 [...]

D-4 SC213 Chassis Manaual D-5 Rear Connector and Pin Definitions Backplane Main Power 4-Pin Connector Pin# Definition 1 +12V 2 and 3 Ground 4 +5V 8. Backplane Main Power Connectors The 4-pin connectors, designated PWR1, PWR2, PWR3, PWR4, PWR5, and PWR6, provide power to the backplane. See the table on the right for pin definitions. 7. Fan Connec[...]

D-5 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-6 Rear Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions 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 identified with a square solder pad o[...]

D-6 SC213 Chassis Manaual Socket Settings Socket Socket Setting Note REMOTE_F AN_F AIL_ SOCKET1 Connected Front Panel Fan Fail indicator (Optional) General Jumper Settings Jumper Jumper Settings Note PRI_MODE1 1-2 Factory Setting Do not change BUZZER_ENB1 Open: Disable Closed: Enable Buzzer Enable Front Panel LEDs LED ST A TE SPECIFICA TION 12V_LED[...]

D-7 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-7 Front Connectors and LED Indicators Rear SAS/SA T A Connectors Front Connector SAS Drive Number Front Connector SAS Drive Number SAS #J0 SAS/SA T A HDD #1 SAS #J12 SAS/SA T A HDD #13 SAS #J1 SAS/SA T A HDD #2 SAS #J13 SAS/SA T A HDD #14 SAS #J2 SAS/SA T A HDD #3 SAS #J14 SAS/SA T A HDD #15 SAS[...]

D-8 SC213 Chassis Manaual Front LED Indicators Front LED Hard Drive Activity Failure LED SAS #J0 ACT #1 F AIL #1 SAS #J1 ACT #2 F AIL #2 SAS #J2 ACT #3 F AIL #3 SAS #J3 ACT #4 F AIL #4 SAS #J4 ACT #5 F AIL #5 SAS #J5 ACT #6 F AIL #6 SAS #J6 ACT #7 F AIL #7 SAS #J7 ACT #8 F AIL #8 SAS #J8 ACT #9 F AIL #9 SAS #J9 ACT #10 F AIL #10 SAS #J10 ACT #1 1 F[...]

D-9 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-8 Front Connectors and Jumpers Front Components Power Connectors: PWR1, PWR2, PWR3, PWR4, PWR5, and PWR6 1.[...]

D-10 SC213 Chassis Manaual MH1 MH2 MH3 MH4 BC1 C340 C341 C342 C343 C344 C345 C326 C327 C334 C335 C336 C337 C338 C339 C346 C347 C348 C349 C350 C351 C103 C105 C106 C107 C111 C113 C118 C120 C123 C124 C126 C127 C129 C130 C132 C133 C135 C138 C146 C153 C155 C157 C158 C159 C162 C166 C168 C172 C178 C88 C90 C94 C98 C261 C76 C171 C78 C73 BC2 C240 C241 C242 C[...]

D-1 1 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Single Host Bus Adapter In a single host bus configuration, the backplane connects to one Host Bus Adapter (HBA). The SAS-216EL2 backplane has two expanders which allow effective failover and recovery . D-10 Failover Port A Expander 1 Port B Expander 2 Single Host Bus Adapter Failover If the ex[...]

D-12 SC213 Chassis Manaual D-1 1 Chassis Power Card and Support Cables Power Card Part Number Part T ype Where Used CSE-PTJBOD-CB1 Power Card Allows the chassis to be in a JBOD (Just a Bunch of Drives) system. Chassis Power Card In a cascaded configuration, the first chassis includes a motherboard and at least one Host Bus Adapter (HBA). Other se[...]

D-13 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Figure D-13: Dual Internal Host Bus Adapter Supported Internal HBA Cables Use the following listed cables to create connections between the internal HBA and SAS-216EL backplane. The cables required depend on the HBA connector . Cable Name: IP ASS T O 4-LANE Part #: CBL-01 17L Length: 46 cm (18 in[...]

D-14 SC213 Chassis Manaual Cable Name: IP ASS (mini SAS) T O IP ASS (mini SAS) Part #: CBL-0108L-02 Length: 39 cm (15 inches) Part #: CBL-0109L-02 Length: 22 cm (9 inches) Part #: CBL-01 10L-02 Length: 18 cm (7 inches) Description: This cable has an ipass (SFF-8087/mini-sas) connector (36 pins) at each end. It connects from the HBA to the SAS-216EL[...]

D-15 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Connecting an External Host Bus Adapter to the Backplane This backplane supports external Host Bus Adapters. In this configuration, the HBA and the backplane are in different physical chassis. This allows a JBOD (Just a Bunch Of Drives) configuration from an existing system. HBA (Host Bus Adapt[...]

D-16 SC213 Chassis Manaual Supported External HBA to Backplane Cable Use the following cable if your external HBA has an InfiniBand connector . Figure D-16: SAS InfiniBand Cable (CBL-0200L) Cable Name: SAS InfiniBand to Mini SAS X4 1M cable, PBF Part #: CBL-0200L Length: 1 meter Description: This cable has an InfiniBand connector (SFF-8470) on [...]

D-17 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications CBL-0167L with Single Port Assembly (internal cable) CBL-0166L (external cable) HBA ( Host Bus Adapter) Port B Expander 2 Power Card Port B Expander 2 Port A Expander 1 Connecting Multiple Backplanes in a Single Channel Environment This section describes the cables used when cascading from a sing[...]

D-18 SC213 Chassis Manaual Cable Name: SAS EL2/EL1 Cascading Cable (External), 68cm Part #: CBL-0166L (SFF-8088 1x to SFF-8088 x1) Ports: Single or Dual Placement: External cable Description: External cascading cable. Connects ports between servers. With most connectors, use one cable for single port connections and two cables for dual port connect[...]

D-19 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Cable 0166L (external cable) HBA (Host Bus Adapter) Port A Expander 1 HBA (Host Bus Adapter) Port B Expander 2 Power Card Port A Expander 1 Port B Expander 2 Cable 0168L with Single Port Assembly (internal cable) Connecting Multiple Backplanes in a Dual Channel Environment This section describes [...]

D-20 SC213 Chassis Manaual Cable Name: SAS Dual-port Cable Assembly , 68/76cm Part #: CBL-0168L Placement: Internal cable Ports: Dual Description: Internal cascading cable. Connects the backplane to the Host Bus Adapter (HBA) or external port. Used in dual port environments. Cable Name: SAS EL2/EL1 Cascading Cable (External), 68cm Part #: CBL-0166L[...]

D-21 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Cascading allows the system to access data at a faster rate by allowing several backplanes to share resources to reduce latency time. The first backplane in a cascaded system requires a motherboard and HBA. Other servers require a power control card with no motherboard and no HBA. For more infor[...]

D-22 SC213 Chassis Manaual Server System with Single SAS HBA The expanders allow horizontal branching. This configuration also applies to dual ports. Cable 0166L (external cable) Single Port Cable Assembly HBA Port A Expander 1 Power Card Port A Expander 1 Power Card Port A Expander 1 Power Card Port A Expander 1 Power Card Power Card Port A Expan[...]

D-23 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Cable 0166L (external cables) Port A Expander 1 HBA Port B Expander 2 Power Card Port A Expander 1 Power Card Cable 0168L (internal cable) Dual Port Cable Assembly Figure D-25: Dual SAS HBA with Cascaded Configuration Dual SAS HBA and Cascaded Configuration HBA Port B Expander 2 Port B Expander[...]

D-24 SC213 Chassis Manaual Cable 0166L (external cable) HBA HBA Port B Ex. 2 Power Card Port B Ex. 2 Port A Ex. 1 Power Card Port B Ex. 2 Port A Ex. 1 Power Card Port B Ex. 2 Port A Ex. 1 Port A Ex. 1 Power Card Port B Ex. 2 Port A Ex. 1 Power Card Port B Ex. 2 Figure D-26: Dual SAS HBA with Cascaded Configuration and Branching Dual SAS HBA and Ca[...]

D-25 Appendix D: SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications 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 re[...]