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About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SC502 chassis. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. Supermicro’s SC502 chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design for low wattage processor platforms.
Chapter 3 Chassis Components Refer here for details on this chassis model including the fans, airflow shields, and other components. Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Installation Follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing, or reconfiguring your chassis.
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ... 1-1 Shipping List ... 1-1 Part Numbers ... 1-1 Where to get Replacement Components ... 1-2 Contacting SuperMicro ... 1-3 Chapter 2 System Safety Overview ... 2-1 Warnings and Precautions ... 2-1 Preparing for Setup ... 2-1 Electrical Safety Precautions ...
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Mechanical Loading ... 5-3 Circuit Overloading ... 5-3 Rack Mounting Instructions ... 5-4 Installing the Chassis into a Rack: ... 5-4 Installing the Chassis into a Rack: ... 5-5 Appendix A Cables, Screws, and other Accessories Appendix B Power Supply Specifications...
20W IMPORTANT: It is critical to choose the correct heatsink for your motherboard, that will fit in the SC502 chassis. Intel Celeron 400 seriew (35W) platform: Active heatsink SNKP0032A4 Low power platforms under 20W: Passive heatsink SNKP0016P...
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SC502 chassis includes one power supply. Preparing for Setup The SC502 Chassis bolts directly to a rack and includes the mounting screws you will need to install the systems into the rack. Please read this manual in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure.
SC502 from damage: • Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room’s emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can then quickly remove power from the system.
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.
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When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins. • Put the serverboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in use. • For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides excellent conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and the serverboard.
Up to 2 fixed 2.5" hard drives. • One FH PCI add-on card For the latest shipping lists, visit our Web site at: http://www.supermicro.com. Mounting to a Rack (optional) SC502 can be placed in a rack for secure storage and use. To setup your rack, follow the step-by-step instructions included in this manual.
Supermicro Authorized Distributors/ System Integrators/Resellers. A list of Supermicro Authorized Distributors/System Integrators/Resellers can be found at: http://www.supermicro.com. Click the Where to Buy link.
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 screwdriver. Print this page to use as a reference while setting up your chassis.
SC502 Chassis Manual Removing the Chassis Cover Remove the five screws that hold the chassis cover in place.There are two screws on each side of the chassis, and one screw on the back. Once the screws have been removed, lift the cover upward to remove it from the chassis.
Installing the Hard Drives Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 4-2: Installing the 3.5" Hard Drive The 2.5" hard drives (1) must be installed in their bracket (2) before they are screwed into the chassis. (Bracket part number is MCP-220-00044-0N) Figure 4-3: Installing the 2.5"...
Chassis Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and the chassis surface. The SC502 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations used by Micro ATX 9.6" x 9.6" size motherboards. These standoffs accept the rounded Phillips head screws included in the SC502 accessories packaging.
Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar with component placement, requirements, precautions, and cable connec- tions. The SC502 chassis supports 9.6" x 9.6" Micro ATX motherboards. Refer to the Supermicro Web site for details or contact Supermicro for assistance.
SC502 Chassis Manual Add-on Card/Expansion Slot Setup SC502 chassis includes an I/O slot for the optional add-on card. A full-height, half- length PCI add-on card is supported. A riser card is required in order to adapt the add-on card to the 1U chassis. For further information on add-on cards and risers cards, refer to the Supermicro website at www.supermicro.com...
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Replace the add-on card clip and screw it onto the chassis to hold the add-on card in place. Replace the chassis cover.
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SC502 Chassis Manual Installing the Heatsink The SC502 Chassis requires that a heatsink be used to conduct heat away from the motherboard. Unplug all power leading to the chassis. Align the holes of the heatsink with the mounting thru holes in the mother- board Using the screws of the heatsink attach the heatsink to the motherboard.
Make sure there are no objects to obstruct airflow in and out of the server. Use only recommended server parts. Make sure no wires or foreign objects obstruct air flow through the chassis. Pull all excess cabling out of the airflow path, or use shorter cables.
SC502 Chassis Manual Power Supply The SC502 chassis has a 200 watt power supply. This power supply is auto-switch- ing capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage. The SC502 chassis has one power supply. In the unlikely event that the power supply unit fails, the system will shut down and you will need to change the power supply unit.
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Remove the power supply from the chassis. Align the mounting thru holes on the power supply with the mounting holes in the chassis and reattach the power supply to the chassis using the four screws which were previously set aside Connect the chassis wiring to the power supply.
Unpacking the System You 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 file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.
SC502 Chassis Manual • This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and similar environments). Warnings and Precautions! Rack Precautions • Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to the floor with the full weight of the rack resting on them.
Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature 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 environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient tempera- ture (TMRA).
SC502 Chassis Manual Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the SC502 chassis into a rack unit There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.
Mid-Mount Telco Rack The SC502 supports Telco Rack installation. The SC502 chassis compact design allows the chassis to be installed into a Telco rack without the use of rails. Figure 5-2: Installing the Chassis into a Telco Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack: Confirm that chassis includes the four mounting screws required to mount the...
The following accessories are compatible with the SC502 Chassis. Hard Drive Carrier (Tray): MCP-220-00044-0N 2.5" hard drive carrier. One carrier can hold up to two 2.5" hard drives. The SC502 can hold up to two 2.5" hard drive carriers, for a total of four hard drives. Appendix A...
8 pin 4 pin Front Panel to the Motherboard The SC502 chassis includes a cable to connect the chassis front panel to the motherboard. If your motherboard uses a different connector, use the following list to find a compatible cable.
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* Split Cables: Use these cable if your motherboard requires several different con- nections from the front panel. A-4 Chassis Screws The accessory box includes all the screws needed to setup your chassis. This section lists and describes the most common screws used. Your chassis may not require all the parts listed.