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SCF424 Chassis Series
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USER'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 UPER ® SCF424 Chassis Series SCF424AS-R1K28BP SCF424BF-R1K28BP SCF424AF-R1K28BP USER’S MANUAL 1.0a...
  • Page 2 This product, including software and documentation, is the property of Supermicro and/or its licensors, and is supplied only under a license. Any use or reproduction of this product is not allowed, except as expressly permitted by the terms of said license.
  • Page 3 SCF424 2U chassis. Instal- lation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The FatTwin™ is the latest addition to Supermicro's evolving line of Twin Architecture SuperServer® solutions. The 4U FatTwin greatly expands computer and storage capacities beyond Supermicro's existing 2U Twin2™...

  • Page 4: Manual Organization

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Manual Organization Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 1 describes components included with this chassis, and the main features of the SCF424 chassis. This chapter also includes contact information. Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety. You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions that should be followed before installing and servicing this chassis.
  • Page 5 Preface Appendix A Power Supply Specifications Appendix B BPN-SAS-F424-A2 Backplane Specifications Appendix C BPN-SAS-F424-A4 Backplane Specifications Appendix D BPN-SAS-F424-A6 Backplane Specifications Appendix E BPN-SAS-F424-B6 Backplane Specifications...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Shipping List ....................1-1 Part Numbers ....................1-1 Contacting Supermicro ..................1-3 Returning Merchandise for Service..............1-4 Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements ............2-1 Warning Definition ................... 2-1 Installation Instructions ..................
  • Page 7 Preface Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Overview ......................5-1 Removing the Power Cord ................5-1 Removing Nodes from the Chassis ..............5-1 Installing and Removing Hard Drives ............. 5-2 Removing Hard Drives from the Front of the Node ........5-4 Removing Hard Drives from the Rear of the Node ........
  • Page 8 SCF424 Chassis Manual Chapter 6 Rack Installation Overview ......................6-1 Unpacking the System ..................6-1 Preparing for Setup ..................6-1 Choosing a Setup Location ................6-1 Warnings and Precautions ................6-2 Rack Precautions .................... 6-2 General Server Precautions ................6-2 Rack Mounting Considerations ...............

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    The Fat Twin is the best choice for HPC, datacenter and cost-effective blade-type applications. Shipping List Part Numbers Please visit the Supermicro Web site for the latest shipping lists and part numbers for your particular chassis model at http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/Fat- Twin.cfm...
  • Page 10 SCF424 Chassis Manual SCF424 Chassis Power Model I/O Slots Supply 16x SAS/SATA 3.5" HDD total, 4x per node 4x LP total, 1280W SCF424AF- DP/UP Up to 24x op- 1x LP per (Redun- R1K28BP tional fixed 3.5" node dant) HDD total, 6x per node 4x LP total, 32x SAS/SATA...

  • Page 11: Contacting Supermicro

    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. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML...

  • Page 12: Returning Merchandise For Service

    For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online (http://www. supermicro.com/support/rma/). Whenever possible, repack the chassis in the original Supermicro carton, using the original packaging material. If these are no longer available, be sure to pack the chassis securely, using packaging material to surround the chassis so that it does not shift within the carton and become damaged during shipping.

  • Page 13: Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems

    Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis. These warnings may also be found on our web site at http://www.supermicro.com/ about/policies/safety_information.cfm. Warning Definition Warning! This warning symbol means danger.
  • Page 14 SCF424 Chassis Manual Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut.
  • Page 15 Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫جسذٌة‬ ‫اصابة‬ ً‫تتسبب ف‬ ‫حالة ٌوكي أى‬ ً‫اًك ف‬ ‫خطز‬ ًٌ‫ٌع‬ ‫هذا الزهز‬ !‫تحذٌز‬ ‫الذوائز‬ ‫بالوخاطز الٌاجوة عي‬ ‫ي على علن‬ ، ‫ك‬ ‫هعذات‬ ‫تعول على أي‬ ‫قبل أى‬ ‫الكهزبائٍة‬ ‫حىادث‬ ‫أي‬ ‫وقىع‬ ‫وٌع‬ ‫ل‬ ‫الىقائٍة‬...

  • Page 16: Installation Instructions

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Installation Instructions Warning! Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. 設置手順書 システムを電源に接続する前に、 設置手順書をお読み下さい。 警告 将此系统连接电源前,请先阅读安装说明。 警告 將系統與電源連接前，請先閱讀安裝說明。 Warnung Vor dem Anschließen des Systems an die Stromquelle die Installationsanweisungen lesen. ¡Advertencia! Lea las instrucciones de instalación antes de conectar el sistema a la red de alimentación.

  • Page 17: Circuit Breaker

    Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems Circuit Breaker Warning! This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 250 V, 20 A. サーキッ ト ・ ブレーカー この製品は、 短絡 （過電流） 保護装置がある建物での設置を前提としています。 保護装置の定格が250 V、...

  • Page 18: Power Disconnection Warning

    SCF424 Chassis Manual 경고! 이 제품은 전원의 단락(과전류)방지에 대해서 전적으로 건물의 관련 설비에 의존합니다. 보호장치의 정격이 반드시 250V(볼트), 20A(암페어)를 초과하지 않도록 해야 합니다. Waarschuwing Dit product is afhankelijk van de kortsluitbeveiliging (overspanning) van uw electrische installatie. Controleer of het beveiligde aparaat niet groter gedimensioneerd is dan 220V, 20A.
  • Page 19 Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems ¡Advertencia! El sistema debe ser disconnected de todas las fuentes de energía y del cable eléctrico quitado de los módulos de fuente de alimentación antes de tener acceso el interior del chasis para instalar o para quitar componentes de sistema. Attention Le système doit être débranché...

  • Page 20: Equipment Installation

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Equipment Installation Warning! Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. 機器の設置 トレーニングを受け認定された人だけがこの装置の設置、 交換、 またはサービスを許可 されています。 警告 只有经过培训且具有资格的人员才能进行此设备的安装、更换和维修。 警告 只有經過受訓且具資格人員才可安裝、更換與維修此設備。 Warnung Das Installieren, Ersetzen oder Bedienen dieser Ausrüstung sollte nur geschultem, qualifiziertem Personal gestattet werden.

  • Page 21: Restricted Area

    Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems Waarschuwing Deze apparatuur mag alleen worden geïnstalleerd, vervangen of hersteld door geschoold en gekwalificeerd personeel. Restricted Area Warning! This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security.

  • Page 22: Battery Handling

    SCF424 Chassis Manual ‫אזור עם גישה מוגבלת‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫יש להתקין את היחידה באזורים שיש בהם הגבלת גישה. הגישה ניתנת בעזרת‬ .)'‫כלי אבטחה בלבד (מפתח, מנעול וכד‬ ‫محظورة‬ ‫مناطق‬ ٍ‫نتركُبها ف‬ ‫هذه انىحذة‬ ‫تخصيص‬ ‫تم‬ ،‫أداة خاصت‬ ‫من خالل استخذاو‬ ‫فقط‬ ‫محظورة‬...
  • Page 23 Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems Warnung Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Ersetzen Sie die Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp. Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers. Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement. Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant.

  • Page 24: Redundant Power Supplies

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Redundant Power Supplies Warning! This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. 冗長電源装置 このユニッ トは複数の電源装置が接続されている場合があります。 ユニッ トの電源を切るためには、 すべての接続を取り外さなければなりません。 警告 此部件连接的电源可能不止一个，必须将所有电源断开才能停止给该部件供电。 警告 此裝置連接的電源可能不只一個，必須切斷所有電源才能停止對該裝置的供電。 Warnung Dieses Gerät kann mehr als eine Stromzufuhr haben. Um sicherzustellen, dass der Einheit kein trom zugeführt wird, müssen alle Verbindungen entfernt werden.

  • Page 25: Backplane Voltage

    Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫امداد الطاقة‬ ‫بوحدات‬ ‫عدة اتصاالت‬ ‫جهاز‬ ‫ال‬ ‫يكون لهذا‬ ‫قد‬ ‫الكهرباء‬ ‫عن‬ ‫وحدة‬ ‫ال‬ ‫لعسل‬ ‫كافة االتصاالت‬ ‫يجب إزالة‬ 경고! 이 장치에는 한 개 이상의 전원 공급 단자가 연결되어 있을 수 있습니다. 이 장치에 전원을...

  • Page 26: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    SCF424 Chassis Manual ‫מתח בפנל האחורי‬ !‫הרה‬ ‫אז‬ ‫קיימת סכנת מתח בפנל האחורי בזמן תפעול המערכת. יש להיזהר במהלך‬ .‫העבודה‬ ‫اللىحة‬ ‫أوالطاقة المىجىدة على‬ ‫التيار الكهزبائي‬ ‫مه‬ ‫خطز‬ ‫هناك‬ ‫هذا الجهاس‬ ‫خدمة‬ ‫كه حذرا عند‬ ‫يعمل‬ ‫النظام‬ ‫عندما يكىن‬ 경고! 시스템이...

  • Page 27: Product Disposal

    Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems Attention L'équipement doit être installé conformément aux normes électriques nationales et locales. ‫תיאום חוקי החשמל הארצי‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫הציוד חייבת להיות תואמת לחוקי החשמל המקומיים והארציים‬ ‫התקנת‬ ‫المتعلقة‬ ‫المحلية والىطىية‬ ‫قىاويه‬ ‫يجب أن يمتثل لل‬ ‫الكهربائية‬...

  • Page 28: Hot Swap Fan Warning

    SCF424 Chassis Manual ¡Advertencia! Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y reglamentos nacionales. Attention La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprès de l'organisme compétent.
  • Page 29 Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems 警告 當您從機架移除風扇裝置，風扇可能仍在轉動。小心不要將手指、螺絲起子和其他 物品太靠近風扇。 Warnung Die Lüfter drehen sich u. U. noch, wenn die Lüfterbaugruppe aus dem Chassis genommen wird. Halten Sie Finger, Schraubendreher und andere Gegenstände von den Öffnungen des Lüftergehäuses entfernt. ¡Advertencia! Los ventiladores podran dar vuelta cuando usted quite ell montaje del ventilador del chasis.

  • Page 30: Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL or CSA -certified cables (that have UL/CSA shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by Supermicro only. 電源コードとACアダプター 製品を設置する場合、 提供または指定された接続ケーブル、 電源コードとACアダプター...
  • Page 31 Appareils électroménagers et de loi sur la sécurité Matériel interdit l'utilisation de UL ou CSA câbles certifiés qui ont UL ou CSA indiqué sur le code pour tous les autres appareils électriques que les produits désignés par Supermicro seulement.
  • Page 32 SCF424 Chassis Manual Notes 2-20...

  • Page 33: Chapter 3 Chassis Components

    For more information, see Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance, pages 1-2 and 1-3 of this manual, and visit our Web site at: http://www.supermicro.com. Backplane Each SCF424 chassis comes equipped with a BPN-SAS-F424-A2, BPN-SAS-F424- A4, BPN-SAS-F424-A6 or a BPN-SAS-F424-B6 backplane.

  • Page 34: Where To Get Replacement Components

    For more information see Installing the Air Shroud and Checking the Airflow sections of Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance. For additional information visit the Supermicro web site at www.supermicro.com. Where to get Replacement Components Although not frequently, you may need replacement parts for your system. To...

  • Page 35: Chapter 4 System Interface

    Chapter 4: System Interface Chapter 4 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel and on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system. SCF424 models include four control panels on the handles of the chassis which control each of the systems. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate re- sponse you may need to take.

  • Page 36: Control Panel Buttons

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Control Panel Buttons Power: The main power button on each of the four control panels is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to each of the four systems in the chassis. Turning off system power with this button removes the main power, but keeps stand- by power supplied to the system.

  • Page 37: Scf424Af/Bf Front I/O Control Panel

    Chapter 4: System Interface SCF424AF/BF Front I/O Control Panel The SCF424AF/BF chassis include a power button with a built-in LED and features both a LAN LED and a UID LED on the front control panel. Figure 4-2: SCF424AF/BF Control Panel...
  • Page 38 SCF424 Chassis Manual • Power: The main power button on each of the four control panels is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to each of the four systems in the chassis. Turning off system power with this but- ton removes the main power, but keeps standby power supplied to the system.

  • Page 39: Drive Carrier Leds

    Chapter 4: System Interface Drive Carrier LEDs The SCF424 chassis which support hot-swappable 2.5" and 3.5" SAS/SATA drives include the following LED indicators. SAS/SATA Drives Each SAS/SATA drive carrier has two LEDs. • Blue: Each Serial ATA drive carrier has a blue LED. When illuminated, this blue LED (on the front of the SATA drive carrier) indicates drive activity.
  • Page 40 SCF424 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 Chassis Setup And Maintenance

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Overview 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 head screwdriver.

  • Page 42: Installing And Removing Hard Drives

    Only enterprise level hard drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis. Figure 5-1: Hard Drives and the Corresponding Motherboards (Your chassis and drives may differ from those shown in this illustration)
  • Page 43 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance SCF424AS-R1K62BP Node 2 Node 4 Controls six front 3.5" HDDs, B1-B6 Controls six front 3.5" HDDs, D1-D6 and two rear 3.5" HDDs B7-B8 and two rear 3.5" HDDs D7-D8 Node 1 Node 3 Controls six front 3.5" HDDs, A1-A6 Controls six front 3.5"...

  • Page 44: Removing Hard Drives From The Front Of The Node

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Removing Hard Drives from the Front of the Node Figure 5-2: Removing a Hard Drive Carrier from the Front of the Node (Your chassis and drives may differ from those shown in this illustration) Removing Hard Drive Carriers from the Chassis 1.

  • Page 45: Removing Hard Drives From The Rear Of The Node

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Removing Hard Drives from the Rear of the Node Figure 5-3: Removing a Hard Drive Carrier from the Rear of the Node (Your chassis and drives may differ from those shown in this illustration) Removing Hard Drive Carriers from the Chassis 1.

  • Page 46: Installing Hard Drives Into The Drive Carriers

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Installing Hard Drives into the Drive Carriers Dummy Drive Drive Carrier Figure 5-4: Removing a Dummy Drive from the Drive Carrier (Your drives may differ from the one shown in this illustration) The hard drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and re- moval from the chassis.
  • Page 47 4. Use the open handle of the drive carrier to insert the drive carrier into the open drive bay. 5. Secure the drive carrier into the drive bay by closing the drive carrier handle. Warning: Only enterprise level hard drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis.

  • Page 48: Removing The Node Cover

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Figure 5-6: Removing the Node Cover (Your node may differ from those shown in this illustration) Removing the Node Cover Each node has a removable cover which will permit access to the nodes compo- nents. Removing the Node Cover 1.

  • Page 49: Node Configurations

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Node Configurations Overview of the Node Front of the Node Rear of the Node Figure 5-7: Front and Rear of the Motherboard Node (Your node may differ from the one shown in this illustration) SCF424AF-R1K28BP Front of Node Rear of Node...
  • Page 50 SCF424 Chassis Manual SCF424AS-R1K28BP Front of Node Rear of Node One Micro LP slot Six 3.5" HDDs One low-profile PCIE slot Two 3.5" HDDs Figure 5-9: SCF424AS Node (Your node may differ from the one shown in this illustration) SCF424BF-R1K28BP Front of Node Rear of Node Three low-profile expansion PCIE slots...

  • Page 51: Removing And Installing The Backplane

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Removing and Installing the Backplane The SCF424 chassis backplane is located behind the hard drives and in front of the front system fans in each motherboard node. Although backplane failure rarely occurs, in the event of a backplane failure, follow the instructions below. Removing the Backplane Removing the Backplane from the Chassis 1.
  • Page 52 SCF424 Chassis Manual 4. remove the four screws securing the backplane to the node. 5. Lift the backplane up and out of the chassis. Figure 5-12: Removing the Backplane from the Chassis (Your node and backplane may differ from those shown in this illustration) 5-12...

  • Page 53: Installing The Backplane

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installing the Backplane Installing the Backplane into the Chassis 1. Ensure that all of the hard drive carriers have been removed from the bays in the front of the node (see 5-4 Installing and Removing Hard Drives). 2.

  • Page 54: Adapter Card Replacement

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Figure 5-14: Installing the Adapter Card (Your node and backplane may differ from those shown in this illustration) Adapter Card Replacement Each of the motherboard nodes may includes an adapter card, which connects it to the chassis. In the unlikely event of a failure of the adapter card, replacement is simple and requires only a Phillips head screwdriver.

  • Page 55: Installing The Motherboard

    Installing the Motherboard Compatible Motherboards For the most up-to-date information on compatible motherboards and other parts, visit the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com. Permanent and Optional Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by creating space between the motherboard and the floor of the node. The SCF424 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations used by most motherboards.
  • Page 56 SCF424 Chassis Manual Figure 5-15: Installing the Motherboard in the Motherboard Node Tray (Your node and motherboard may differ from those shown in this illustration) Installing the Motherboard 1. Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar with component placement, requirements, cautions, and cable connections. 2.

  • Page 57: 5-10 Installing Front And Rear Expansion Cards

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-10 Installing Front and Rear Expansion Cards PCIE Slot Setup The nodes of some SCF424 chassis models support expansion cards and or Micro LP cards. To install low-profile expansion cards and Micro LP expansion cards, fol- low the instructions on the following pages.

  • Page 58: Scf424 Pcie Slot Configurations

    SCF424 Chassis Manual SCF424 PCIE Slot Configurations Some SCF424 chassis models support one or more expansion cards in the PCIE slots of each node, Refer to the tables below to determine the PCIE slot configura- tion for your particular chassis. SCF424AF-R1K28BP Front of Node Rear of Node...

  • Page 59: Installing A Rear Low-Profile Expansion Card

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Mounting Screw PCIE Slot Expansion Card Figure 5-17: Installing the Expansion Card Installing a Rear Low-Profile Expansion Card Each motherboard node supports one low-profile expansion card. Installing an Expansion Card into a Node 1. Power down the system and remove the power cord from the rear of the power supply as described in Section 5-2.

  • Page 60: Installing A Rear Micro Lp Expansion Card

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Mounting Micro LP Screws Slot Micro-LP Expansion Card Figure 5-18: Installing the Micro-LP Assembly Installing a Rear Micro LP Expansion Card Installing the Micro LP Expansion Card into the Node 1. Power down the system and remove the power cord from the rear of the power supply as described in Section 5-2.

  • Page 61: Installing A Front Low-Profile Expansion Card

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installing a Front Low-Profile Expansion Card Each motherboard node supports one low-profile expansion card. Installing a Front Expansion Card into a Node 1. Power down the system and remove the power cord from the rear of the power supply as described in Section 5-2.
  • Page 62 SCF424 Chassis Manual 4. Remove the screws securing the riser card bracket to the chassis and set them aside for later use. Figure 5-21: Removing the Screw Securing the PCIE Slot Cover 5. Lift the riser card bracket up and out of the chassis. 6.

  • Page 63: 5-11 Installing The Air Shroud

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-11 Installing the Air Shroud Figure 5-23: Installing the Air Shroud Air Shrouds Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The SCF424 chassis requires an air shroud in each motherboard node. Installing the Air Shroud 1.

  • Page 64: 5-12 Checking The Airflow

    SCF424 Chassis Manual 5-12 Checking the Airflow Checking Airflow 1. Make sure there are no objects to obstruct airflow in and out of the server. In addition, if you are using a front bezel, make sure the bezel's filter is replaced periodically.

  • Page 65: 5-13 Replacing System Fans

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-13 Replacing System Fans System fans provide cooling for each node. Front I/O nodes have rear external fans and rear I/O nodes have front internal fans. These fans circulate air through the node as a means of lowering the internal temperature. The SCF424 system fans are easily removed from the fan tray.
  • Page 66 SCF424 Chassis Manual Squeeze the Release Tabs Squeeze the Release Tabs Figure 5-26: Removing the System Fans from the Fan Housing 5. Remove the air shroud 6. Lift the fan housing up and out of the chassis. 7. Simultaneously squeeze both sets of release tabs on each side of the fan housing.
  • Page 67 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-27: Replacing a Rear Exhaust Fans Removing a Rear Exhaust Fan 1. Determine which motherboard node contains the failed fan and power down the node with the operating system. 2. Power down the system and remove the power cord from the rear of the power supply as described in Section 5-2.

  • Page 68: 5-14 Replacing The Power Supply

    Replacement units can be ordered directly from Supermicro (See the contact information in the Preface of this manual). Changing the Power Supply 1.

  • Page 69: 5-15 Power Adapter Board Replacement

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-29: Installing the Power Adapter 5-15 Power Adapter Board Replacement In the unlikely event of a power adapter board failure, replacement is simple and requires only a Phillips head screwdriver. Changing the Power Adapter Board 1.
  • Page 70 SCF424 Chassis Manual Notes 5-30...

  • Page 71: Chapter 6 Rack Installation

    Chapter 6: Rack Installation Chapter 6 Rack Installation Overview This chapter provides a quick setup to install the SCF424 chassis into a rack. Fol- lowing these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system installed within a minimal amount of time. Unpacking the System You should inspect the box which the chassis was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way.

  • Page 72: Warnings And Precautions

    SCF424 Chassis Manual 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. • In single rack installations, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. •...

  • Page 73: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 6: Rack Installation 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).

  • Page 74: Rack Mounting Instructions

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the chassis into a rack unit with the rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean that the assembly procedure will differ slightly from the instructions provided. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.

  • Page 75: Installing The Rails On A Rack

    Chapter 6: Rack Installation Figure 6-2: Attaching the Rails to a Rack Note: figures are for illustrative purposes only. Always install servers into racks from the bottom up. Installing the Rails on a Rack Installing the Rails 1. Adjust the length of both rails as described on the previous page. 2.

  • Page 76: Chassis Installation

    SCF424 Chassis Manual Figure 6-3: Installing into a Rack Note: figures are for illustrative purposes only. Always install servers into racks from the bottom up. Chassis Installation Installing the Chassis into a Rack 1. Confirm that the rails are correctly installed on the rack. 2.

  • Page 77: Appendix A Scf424 Power Supply Specifications

    Appendix A: Power Supply Specifications Appendix A SCF424 Power Supply Specifications This appendix lists power supply specifications for your chassis system. SCF424-R1K28BP 1280W MFR Part # PWS-1K28P-1R 1000W Output @ 100-140V, 12-8A, 50-60Hz AC Input 1280W Output @ 180-240V, 8-6A, 50-60Hz 1000W: +12V/83A;...
  • Page 78 SCF424 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 79: Appendix B Bpn-Sas-F424-A2 Backplane Specifications

    Appendix B BPN-SAS-F424-A2 Backplane Specifications Appendix B BPN-SAS-F424-A2 Backplane Specifications To avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps listed below when accessing your system or handling the components. B-1 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 80 This manual reflects BPN-SAS-F424-A2 Revision 1.01, the most current release available at the time of publication. Always refer to the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com for the latest updates, compatible parts and supported...
  • Page 81 Appendix B BPN-SAS-F424-A2 Backplane Specifications B-5 Front Connectors REV 1.01 BPN-SAS-F424-A2 DESIGNED IN USA JP10 JP25 BAR CODE JP25:OH TEMP OPEN:45 2-3:55 1-2:50 Figure B-1: Front Connectors 1. Main Power Connector (4-pin): JP10 2. SAS Port #0: J5 3. SAS Port #1: J6...
  • Page 82 SCF424 Chassis Manual B-6 Front Connector and Pin Definitions 1 Backplane Main Power Connector Backplane Main Power 4-Pin Connector The 4-pin connector, designated JP10 pro- Pin# Definition vides power to the backplane. See the table 1 and 2 Ground on the right for pin definitions. +12V 2 - 3 SATA Connectors The SATA connectors #0 - #1 are used to...
  • Page 83 Appendix B BPN-SAS-F424-A2 Backplane Specifications B-7 Front Jumper and LED Indicator REV 1.01 BPN-SAS-F424-A2 DESIGNED IN USA JP10 JP25 BAR CODE JP25 JP25:OH TEMP OPEN:45 1-2:50 2-3:55 Figure B-2: Front Jumper Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the backplane, jumpers can be used to choose between Connector optional settings.
  • Page 84 SCF424 Chassis Manual B-8 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators SAS #1 SAS#1 SAS #0 SAS#0 Figure B-3: Rear Connectors and LED Indicators Rear SAS/SATA Connectors and LED Indicators SAS/SATA Ports Rear Connectors Activity LED Indicator Drive Number SAS/SATA SAS#0 HDD #0 SAS/SATA SAS#1 HDD #1...

  • Page 85: Appendix C Bpn-Sas-F424-A4 Backplane Specifications

    Appendix C: BPN-SAS-F424-A4 Backplane Specifications Appendix C BPN-SAS-F424-A4 Backplane Specifications To avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps listed below when accessing your system or handling the components. C-1 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 86 This manual reflects BPN-SAS-F424-A4 Revision 1.01, the most current release available at the time of publication. Always refer to the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com for the latest updates, compatible parts and supported...
  • Page 87 Appendix C BPN-SAS-F424-A4 Backplane Specifications C-5 Front Connectors JP11 JP35 BPN-SAS-F424-A4 JP35: 9071 RST: 1-2:RST SIDEBAND 2-3:NO RST REV:1.01 JP51 +12V DESIGNED IN USA BAR CODE UPGRADE JP46 JP41 Figure C-1: Front Connectors 1. Main Power Connector (4-pin): JP11 5. SATA Connector #0: J5 2.
  • Page 88 SCF424 Chassis Manual C-6 Front Connector and Pin Definitions 1 Backplane Main Power Connector Backplane Main Power 4-Pin Connector The 4-pin connector, designated JP11, pro- Pin# Definition vides power to the backplane. See the table 1 and 2 Ground on the right for pin definitions. +12V 2 Sideband Connector Sideband Connector...
  • Page 89 Appendix C BPN-SAS-F424-A4 Backplane Specifications C-7 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions JP35 JP11 JP35 BPN-SAS-F424-A4 JP35: 9071 RST: 1-2:RST SIDEBAND REV:1.01 2-3:NO RST JP51 +12V DESIGNED IN USA JP41 BAR CODE UPGRADE JP46 JP41 Figure C-2: Front Jumpers Explanation of Jumpers Connector Pins To modify the operation of the backplane,...
  • Page 90 SCF424 Chassis Manual C-8 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators SAS #1 SAS#1 SAS#3 SAS #3 SAS#0 SAS#2 SAS #0 SAS #2 Figure C-3: Rear Connectors and LED Rear SAS/SATA Connectors and LED Indicators SAS/SATA Drive Rear Failure LED Activity LED Ports Number Connectors...

  • Page 91: Appendix D Bpn-Sas-F424-A6 Backplane Specifications

    Appendix D BPN-SAS-F424-A6 Appendix D BPN-SAS-F424-A6 Backplane Specifications To avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps listed below when accessing your system or handling the components. D-1 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 92 This manual reflects BPN-SAS-F424-A6 Revision 1.01, 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 con-...
  • Page 93 Appendix D: BPN-SAS-F424-A6 D-5 Front Connectors JP13 +12V ACT LED TEST REV 1.01 JP35 BPN-SAS-F424-A6 JP35 ATMEL RST +12V 1-2:RST 2-3:NO RST JP10 SB#1 SB#2 BAR CODE Figure D-1: Front Connectors 1. Main Power Connector (4-pin): JP10 7. SATA Connector #0: J7 2.
  • Page 94 SCF424 Chassis Manual D-6 Front Connector Pin Definitions 1. - 2. Backplane Main Power Connectors Backplane Main Power 4-Pin Connector The 4-pin connectors, designated JP10 and Pin# Definition JP13 provide power to the backplane. See 1 and 2 Ground the table on the right for pin definitions. +12V 3.
  • Page 95 Appendix D: BPN-SAS-F424-A6 D-7 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Settings JP41 JP35 JP13 +12V ACT LED TEST REV 1.01 JP35 BPN-SAS-F424-A6 JP35 ATMEL RST +12V 1-2:RST 2-3:NO RST JP10 SB#1 SB#2 BAR CODE Figure D-2: Front Jumpers Explanation of Jumpers Connector Pins To modify the operation of the backplane,...
  • Page 96 SCF424 Chassis Manual D-8 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators SAS #5 SAS #2 SAS #4 SAS #1 D102 D107 SAS #3 SAS #0 Figure D-3: Rear Connectors and LED Indicators Rear SAS/SATA Connectors and LED Indicators SAS/SATA Drive Rear Failure LED Activity LED Ports Number...

  • Page 97: Appendix E Bpn-Sas-F424-B6 Backplane Specifications

    Appendix F: BPN-SAS-F424-B6 Backplane Specifications Appendix E BPN-SAS-F424-B6 Backplane Specifications 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 98 This manual reflects BPN-SAS-F424-B6 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 con-...
  • Page 99 Appendix E: BPN-SAS-F424-B6 Backplane Specifications Jumpers, Connectors and LEDs Front Connectors SB#2 JP53 JP51 SB#1 +12V +12V JP10 JP13 JP35 ATMEL RST 1-2:RST 2-3:NO RST DESIGNED IN USA JP35 JP69 BAR CODE BPN-SAS-F424-B6 REV 1.00 Figure E-1: Front Connectors 1. Main Power Connector (4-pin): JP10 7.
  • Page 100 SCF424 Chassis Manual Front Connector Pin Definitions 1. - 2. Backplane Main Power Connectors Backplane Main Power 4-Pin Connector The 4-pin connectors, designated JP10 and Pin# Definition JP13 provide power to the backplane. See 1 and 2 Ground the table on the right for pin definitions. +12V 3.
  • Page 101 Appendix E: BPN-SAS-F424-B6 Backplane Specifications Front Jumper Locations and Pin Settings SB#2 JP53 JP51 SB#1 +12V +12V JP10 JP13 JP35 ATMEL RST 1-2:RST 2-3:NO RST DESIGNED IN USA JP35 JP69 JP35 BPN-SAS-F424-B6 BAR CODE REV 1.00 Figure E-2: Front Jumpers Explanation of Jumpers Connector Pins...
  • Page 102 SCF424 Chassis Manual Rear Connectors and LED Indicators SAS #5 SAS #2 SAS #5 SAS #2 FAIL2 ACT2 FAIL5 ACT5 SAS #4 SAS #1 SAS #4 SAS #1 FAIL1 ACT1 FAIL4 ACT4 SAS #3 SAS #0 SAS #3 SAS #0 FAIL0 ACT0 FAIL3 ACT3 D102...
  • Page 103 Appendix E: BPN-SAS-F424-B6 Backplane Specifications Notes...
  • Page 104 SCF424 Chassis Manual 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 per- form be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

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