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Supermicro BPN-SAS3-743A-N4 User Manual

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BPN-SAS3-743A-N4 Backplane
USER'S GUIDE
Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 BPN-SAS3-743A-N4 Backplane USER'S GUIDE Rev. 1.0...
  • Page 2 Please Note: For the most up-to-date version of this manual, please see our web site at www.supermicro.com. Super Micro Computer, Inc. ("Supermicro") reserves the right to make changes to the product described in this manual at any time and without notice. This product, including software, if any, and documentation may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any medium or machine without prior written consent.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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-SAS3-743A-N4 Backplane ........1-2 Chapter 2 Connectors and Pin Definitions ..........2-1 Front Connectors .................... 2-1 2-2 Front Connector Pin Definitions ..............

  • Page 4: Contacting Supermicro

    BPN-SAS3-743A-N4 Backplane User's Guide Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.

  • Page 5: Returning Merchandise For Service

    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.

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Safety Guidelines

    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.

  • Page 7: An Important Note To Users

    The BPN-SAS3-743A-N4 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-SAS3-743A-N4 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.

  • Page 8: Chapter 2 Connectors And Pin Definitions

    Chapter 2: Connectors and Pin Definitions Chapter 2 Connectors and Pin Definitions Front Connectors Figure 2-1. Front Connectors 1. Chip: CPLD 7. SAS Port #1: JSM1 2. JTAG Connector: J16 8. SAS Port #0: JSM0 3. NVMe Connector #3: CN3 9.

  • Page 9: Front Connector Pin Definitions

    BPN-SAS3-743A-N4 Backplane User's Guide Front Connector Pin Definitions #1. CPLD Chip The CPLD is an enclosure management chip that supports the SGPIO and LED management. #2. JTAG Connector The JTAG connector, designated J16, is used for diagnostic purposes. This connec- tor should not be used as it is for internal testing only.

  • Page 10: Front Jumper Locations And Pin Definitions

    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...
  • Page 11 BPN-SAS3-743A-N4 Backplane User's Guide Jumper Settings Description All 4 drives connected to main CPU. (default) 3 drives connected to main CPU, 1 drive connected to 2nd CPU. 2 drives connected to main CPU, 2 drives connected to 2nd CPU. 1 drive connected to main CPU, 3 drives connected to 2nd CPU.

  • Page 12: Rear Connectors And Led Indicators

    Chapter 2: Connectors and Pin Definitions Rear Connectors and LED Indicators NVMe#0 NVMe#1 NVMe#2 NVMe#3 /SAS#3 SAS#4 SAS#5 SAS#6 SAS#7 /SAS#0 /SAS#1 /SAS#2 FAIL#4 FAIL#6 FAIL#0 FAIL#1 FAIL#2 FAIL#3 FAIL#5 FAIL#7 ACT#2 ACT#6 ACT#1 ACT#3 ACT#4 ACT#5 ACT#0 ACT#7 Figure 2-4. Rear Connectors & LED Indicators SAS/SATA/NVMe Connectors and LED Indicators Rear SAS Drive...
  • Page 13 BPN-SAS3-743A-N4 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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