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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.
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-SAS3-815TQ 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.
This manual reflects BPN-SAS3-815TQ, Revision 1.00, the most current release available at the time of publication. Refer to the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com for the latest updates, compatible parts and supported...
Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers and LEDs Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers and LEDs This manual covers BPN-SAS3-815TQ enabling SAS3 drives with 12Gbps speeds. Rear Connector Locations The following connectors are on the side of the backplane that faces the rear of the chassis.
BPN-SAS3-815TQ Backplane Manual 2-2 Rear Connector Definitions 1. Backplane Main Power Connectors Main Power (JP10) The 4-pin connectors, designated JP10 Pin# Definition provide power to the backplane. +12V 2 and 3 Ground 2. Peripheral Drive 4-Pin Connectors Peripheral Drive Power (J9 and J10)
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Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers and LEDs 7. I C Connectors C Connector (JP44) The I C Connectors, designated JP44, are Pin# Definition used to monitor HDD activity and status. Data Ground Clock No Connection 8. Activity LED Header SAS Activity LED Header (JP26) The Activity LED header, designated JP26, Pin # Definition...
Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers and LEDs C and SGPIO Modes and Jumper Settings This backplane can utilize I C or SGPIO. SGPIO is the default mode and can be used without making changes to your jumpers. Use the following settings for I mode.
Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers and LEDs Front Connectors and LED Indicators The front of the backplane has four sockets to connect disk drives, along with LEDs indicators. M 9 M 1 H 2 M 4 SAS #3 SAS #0 SAS #1 SAS #2 Figure 2-4.
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BPN-SAS3-815TQ 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. Accordingly, Supermicro...
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