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Chapter 1 Safety Guidelines ..............1-1 ESD Safety Guidelines ................... 1-1 General Safety Guidelines ................1-1 An Important Note to Users ................1-2 Introduction to the BPN-NVMe3-116UN Backplane........1-2 Chapter 2 Connectors and Pin Definitions ..........2-1 Front Connectors .................... 2-1 2-2 Front Connector Pin Definitions ..............
For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online (http://www.super- micro.com/support/rma/). Whenever possible, repack the backplane in the original Supermicro box, using the original packaging materials. If these are no longer available, be sure to pack the backplane in an anti-static bag and inside the box. Make sure that there is enough packaging material surrounding the backplane so that it does not become damaged during shipping.
Chapter 1: Safety Guidelines Chapter 1 Safety Guidelines To avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps listed below when accessing your system or handling the components. ESD Safety Guidelines Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent dam- age to your system, it is important to handle it very carefully.
The BPN-NVMe3-116UN backplane has been designed to utilize the most up- to-date technology available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality performance. This manual reflects BPN-NVMe3-116UN Revision 1.00, the most current release available at the time of publication. Always refer to the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com for the latest updates, compatible parts, and supported configurations.
BPN-NVMe3-116UN Backplane User's Guide Front Connector Pin Definitions #1. - 20. NVMe Connectors The NVMe ports are used to connect the NVMe drive cables. Each connector con- trols one NVMe drive. Pins are defined according to the NVMe standard. The con- nectors are designated CN1 through CN20.
Chapter 2: Connectors and Pin Definitions Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions ACTLED Figure 2-2. Front Jumpers Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the backplane, Connector Pins 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 Jumper...
BPN-NVMe3-116UN Backplane User's Guide Front LED Indicators LED25 LED29 LED28 LED26 LED30 LED27 Figure 2-3. Front LEDs Front Panel LEDs State Specification LED25 12V status for drives at DRV#0 - DRV#4. LED26 12V status for drives at DRV#5 - DRV#9.
Chapter 2: Connectors and Pin Definitions Rear Connectors and LED Indicators Figure 2-4. Rear Connectors & LED Indicators SAS/SATA/NVMe Connectors and LED Indicators Rear SAS Drive Failure Activity Connector Number DRV#0 NVMe HDD #0 LED1 DRV#1 NVMe HDD #1 LED2 DRV#2 NVMe HDD #2 LED3...
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BPN-NVMe3-116UN Backplane User's Guide 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 perform would be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
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