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Installing the Serverboard
I/O Shield
The I/O shield (Figure 6-10) holds the serverboard ports in place. The I/O shield
does not require installation.
Compatible Serverboards
Most Supermicro Twin series serverboards are compatible with the SC827HD
chassis. For the most up-to-date information on compatible serverboards and other
parts, visit the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com.
Hot-swappable serverboards feature different adapter cards, depending upon the
serverboard. Adapter cards are optional and are not included with the chassis. For
information on ordering adapter cards, see the appendix of this manual or visit the
Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com.
Permanent and Optional Standoffs
Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the serverboard and the
chassis surface. The SC827HD chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations
used by the serverboards. These standoffs accept the rounded Phillips head screws
included in the SC827HD accessories packaging.
Some serverboards require additional screws for heatsinks, general components
and/or non-standard security. Optional standoffs are used for these serverboards.
To use an optional standoff, you must place a hexagon screw through the bottom
the chassis and secure the screw with the hexagonal nut (rounded side up).
Depending upon the confi guration of the serverboard being used, it is also possible
that some of the optional standoffs which are pre-installed in the chassis, may need
to be removed.
Figure 6-10. I/O Shield Placement
I/O Shields
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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
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