Supermicro SuperChassis 809T, Black User Manual

SC809 Chassis SeriesUSER’S MANUAL 1.0aSC809LT-780BSC809T-780BSC809T-980B SUPER®

SC809 Chassis Manual1-21-3 Contacting SupermicroHeadquartersAddress: Super Micro Computer, Inc.980 Rock Ave.San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.Tel: +1 (408)

1-3Chapter 1 Introduction1-4 Returning Merchandise for ServiceA receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required be-fore

SC809 Chassis Manual1-4Notes

2-1Chapter 2 System SafetyChapter 2 System Safety2-1 OverviewThis chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your chassis up and running. Foll

SC809 Chassis Manual2-2Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or install-•ing main system components, such as the serverbo

2-3Chapter 2 System SafetyWhile working on the system, do not wear loose clothing such as neckties and •unbuttoned shirt sleeves, which can come into

SC809 Chassis Manual2-4For grounding purposes, make sure the computer chassis provides excellent •conductivity between the power supply, t

3-1Chapter 3 Chassis ComponentsChapter 3 Chassis Components3-1 OverviewThis chapter describes the most common components included with your chassis.

SC809 Chassis Manual3-2Power SupplyEach SC809 chassis model includes a high-efciency power supply rated at 780 or 980 Watts. In the unlikely

4-1Chapter 4 System InterfaceChapter 4 System Interface4-1 OverviewThere are several LEDs on the control panel and drive carriers to keep you c

SC809 Chassis ManualiiManual Revision 1.0a Release Date: August 20, 2008The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed

SC809 Chassis Manual4-24-2 Control Panel ButtonsThere are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis. These are (in order from left to righ

4-3Chapter 4 System InterfaceNIC2: Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when ashing.•NIC1: Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when ashing.•HDD: In

SC809 Chassis Manual4-4nection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed. Red: The red L

5-1Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and MaintenanceChapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance5-1 OverviewThis chapter covers the steps required to install compo

SC809 Chassis Manual5-25-2 Removing the Chassis CoverRemoving the Chassis Cover:Remove the two screws securing the cover to the sides of the chassis.

5-3Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance5-3 Installing Hard DrivesThe SC809 has two sets of four hard disk drives (eight total) which are mounte

SC809 Chassis Manual5-4Figure 5-3: Removing Dummy Drive from Tray2. Use the handle to pull the drive and its carrier out of the chassis.Installing a H

5-5Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance5-4 Motherboard InstallationI/O ShieldThe I/O shield holds the motherboard ports in place. The I/O s

SC809 Chassis Manual5-6Remove six screwsInstalling the MotherboardsInstalling MotherboardsReview the documentation that came with your motherboard. Be

5-7Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and MaintenanceInstalling Add-on Cards:Disconnect the power supply, lay the chassis on a at surface, and open the 1. chass

iiiPrefacePrefaceAbout This ManualThis manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for th

SC809 Chassis Manual5-8Add-on Card BracketRiser CardConnect the add-on card to the riser card and slide the add-on card L-bracket 4. into the rear add

5-9Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance5-5 Installing the Air ShroudsAir ShroudsAir shrouds concentrate airow to maximize fan efciency. The SC80

SC809 Chassis Manual5-10Checking the Server's Air FlowMake sure there are no objects to obstruct airow in and out of the server. In 1. addition,

5-11Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and MaintenanceSix fans provide cooling for the chassis. These fans circulate air through the chassis as a means of loweri

SC809 Chassis Manual5-12Figure 5-10: System Fan Placement67

5-13Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance5-8 Power Supply Depending on your chassis model, the SC809 Chassis has a 780 Watt or 980 Wat

SC809 Chassis Manual5-14Changing The Power Supply:1. Power down the server and unplug the power cord.2. Push the release tab (on the back of the power

6-1Chapter 6 Rack InstallationChapter 6 Rack Installation6-1 OverviewThis chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your chassis up and runnin

SC809 Chassis Manual6-26-4 Warnings and PrecautionsRack PrecautionsEnsure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended

6-3Chapter 6 Rack InstallationRack Mounting ConsiderationsAmbient Operating TemperatureIf installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambie

SC809 Chassis ManualivManual OrganizationChapter 1 IntroductionThe rst chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with thi

SC809 Chassis Manual6-46-5 Rack Mounting InstructionsThis section provides information on installing the SC809 chassis into a rack unit with the rai

6-5Chapter 6 Rack InstallationFigure 6-3: Installing the Inner Rail ExtensionsInstalling the Inner Rail ExtensionsThe SC809 chassis includes a set of

SC809 Chassis Manual6-6Installing the Outer RailsInstalling the Outer Rails to the RackAttach the short bracket to the outside of the long bracket. Yo

6-7Chapter 6 Rack InstallationFigure 6-5: Installing the Rack RailsInstalling the Chassis into a RackRack InstallationConrm that chassis includes the

SC809 Chassis Manual6-8Notes

A-1Appendix A Chassis CablesAppendix A Cables, Screws, and other AccessoriesA-1 OverviewThis appendix lists supported cables for your chassis syst

SC809 Chassis ManualA-2A-4 Compatible CablesThese cables are compatible with the SC809 Chassis.Alternate SAS/SATA CablesSome compatible motherboard

A-3Appendix A Chassis CablesFront Panel to the MotherboardThe SC809 chassis includes a cable to connect the chassis front panel to the mo

SC809 Chassis ManualA-4A-5 Chassis ScrewsThe Chassis and accessory box include all the screws needed to setup your chassis. This section include des

B-1Appendix B Power Supply Specications Appendix B SC809 Power Supply SpecicationsThis appendix lists power supply specications for your chassis

vPrefaceAppendicesThis section lists compatible cables, power supply specications, and compatible backplanes. Not all compatible backplanes are

SC809 Chassis ManualB-2Notes

C-1Appendix C SAS-809T/TQ Backplane SpecicationsAppendix C SAS-809T/TQ BackplaneSafety Guidelines To avoid personal injury and property damage, care

C-2SC809 Chassis ManualMake sure that the backplane is securely and properly installed on the mother-•board to prevent damage to the system due to po

C-3Appendix C SAS-809T/TQ Backplane SpecicationsThe SAS-809T and SAS-809TQ model backplanes have the same printed circuit board, except that

C-4SC809 Chassis ManualC-5 Front Connector and Pin DenitionsBackplaneMain Power4-Pin Connector(JP10)Pin# Denition 1+12V2 and 3Ground4 +5V1. Backp

C-5Appendix C SAS-809T/TQ Backplane Specications8. Upgrade ConnectorsThe upgrade connector, designated JP46, is only included on the SAS-809TQ backpl

C-6SC809 Chassis ManualC-6 Front Jumper Locations and Pin DenitionsExplanation of JumpersTo modify the operation of the backplane, jumpers can

C-7Appendix C SAS-809T/TQ Backplane SpecicationsY1U19R71MH3 MH2MH1C18C19C20C32C159 C157C151C26C33C45C84C85C5C44C65D3JP18JP35JP33JP44JP46U25C149JP10JP

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C-9Appendix C SAS-809T/TQ Backplane SpecicationsNotes

SC809 Chassis ManualviTable of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction1-1 Overview ...

C-10SC809 Chassis ManualDisclaimer (cont.)The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life sup-port systems, medical

viiPrefaceI/O Shield ... 5-5Permanent and Optiona

SC809 Chassis ManualviiiNotes

1-1Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 1 Introduction1-1 OverviewSupermicro’s SC809 1U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design. The