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BPN-SAS3-825TQ B AckPlANe USeR'S GUIDe 1.0b...
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For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online (http://www. supermicro.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 Guidelines This chapter offers guidelines for personal and equipment safety, and notes about the BPN-SAS3-825TQ version documented in this manual. ESD Safety Guidelines Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent damage to your system, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.
BPN-SAS3-825TQ Backplane Manual Version Information The BPN-SAS3-825TQ backplane has been designed to utilize the most up-to-date technology available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality performance. This manual reflects PCB Revision 2.00A, the most current release available at the time of publication. Refer to the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com for...
Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers, and LEDs Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers, and LEDs This manual describes the BPN-SAS3-825TQ backplane, which supports SAS3 and SATA3 drives. Rear Connector Locations The following connectors are on the side of the backplane that faces the rear of the chassis.
BPN-SAS3-825TQ Backplane Manual 2-2 Rear Connector Definitions 1. Backplane Main Power Connectors Main Power 4-Pin Connector The 4-pin connectors, designated JP10 Pin# Definition and JP13, provide power to the backplane. +12V 2 and 3 Ground 2. CD/Floppy Drive Pin Connectors CD/FDD Power...
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Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers, and LEDs 6, 7. Sideband Headers Sideband Headers The sideband headers are designated JP51 Pin # Definition Pin # Definition and JP52. For SES-2 to work properly, you SGPIO: Controller must connect an 8-pin sideband cable. SDIN;...
Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers, and LEDs SGPIO and I C Modes and Jumper Settings This backplane can utilize SGPIO or I C. SGPIO is the default mode and can be used without making changes to your jumpers. The following tables describe jumper settings for each mode.
Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers, and LEDs Front Connectors and LED Indicators The side of the backplane facing the front of the chassis provides connectors for eight SAS3 drives, and LEDs showing activity or failure.. ACT6 ACT4 ACT5 ACT7 FAIL6 FAIL4 FAIL5 FAIL7 SAS#4...
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BPN-SAS3-825TQ Backplane Manual Disclaimer (cont.) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
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