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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 com- munication 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.
ESD Safety Guidelines ................... 1-1 General Safety Guidelines ................1-1 An Important Note to Users ................1-2 Introduction to the BPN-SAS3-833A Backplane ..........1-2 Chapter 2 Connectors and Pin Definitions ..........2-1 Front Connectors .................... 2-1 Front Connector Pin Definitions ..............2-2 Front Jumper Locations and 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.
Introduction to the BPN-SAS3-833A Backplane The BPN-SAS3-833A backplane has been designed to utilize the most up-to-date technology available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality performance. Always refer to the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com for the latest...
BPN-SAS3-833A 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. CPLD Upgrade Port The CPLD programming port, designated J11, is used only by the manufacturer to upgrade the CPLD.
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.
BPN-SAS3-833A Backplane User's Guide Rear Connectors and LED Indicators LED6 LED8 LED10 LED7 LED20 LED11 LED21 LED22 LED0 LED1 LED16 LED14 LED15 LED17 LED18 LED19 Figure 2-3. Rear Connectors SAS/SATA Connectors and LED Indicators Rear SAS Drive Failure Activity Connector...
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Chapter 2: Connectors and Pin Definitions Notes...
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BPN-SAS3-833A 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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