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UPER ® REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SOCKET1 REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SOCKET1 BUZZER_ENB1 BUZZER_ENB1 OVERHEATFAIL1 OVERHEATFAIL1 C C A A FANFAIL1 FANFAIL1 SEC_J2 SEC_J2 SEC_J1 SEC_J1 SEC_J0 SEC_J0 PRI_J2 PRI_J2 PRI_J1 PRI_J1 PRI_J0 PRI_J0 SEC_I2C1 SEC_I2C1 SEC_IPMI1 SEC_IPMI1 PRI_IPMI1 PRI_IPMI1 BUZZER1 BUZZER1 PRI_I2C1 PRI_I2C1 L1 L1 SAS846EL2 SAS846EL2 REV 1.01 REV 1.01 BAR CODE...
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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.
Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Table of Contents Contacting Supermicro ..................v Returning Merchandise for Service..............vi Chapter 1 Safety Guidelines ESD Safety Guidelines ................... 1-1 General Safety Guidelines ................1-1 An Important Note to Users ................1-2 Introduction to the SAS-846EL Backplane............1-2 Chapter 2 Jumper Settings and Pin Defi...
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SAS-846EL Backplane User's Guide Server System with Single SAS HBA ............3-13 Dual SAS HBA and Cascaded Confi guration ..........3-14 Dual SAS HBA and Cascaded Confi guration with Branching ...... 3-15...
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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.
Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations 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 Electrotatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent damage to your system, it is important to handle it very carefully.
This manual refl ects SAS-846EL 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 confi gurations.
Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Chapter 2 Jumper Settings and Pin Defi nitions Front Connectors and Jumpers REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SOCKET1 REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SOCKET1 BUZZER_ENB1 BUZZER_ENB1 OVERHEATFAIL1 OVERHEATFAIL1 C C A A FANFAIL1 FANFAIL1 SEC_J2 SEC_J2 SEC_J1 SEC_J1 SEC_J0 SEC_J0 PRI_J2 PRI_J2 PRI_J1 PRI_J1 PRI_J0 PRI_J0 SEC_I2C1...
SAS-846EL Backplane User's Guide Front Connector and Pin Defi nitions 1. and 2. Optional Primary and Secondary C Connector Pin Defi nitions C Connectors Pin# Defi nition The optional I C connectors are connected to Data the CSE-PTJBOD-CB2 board and are used Ground to monitor the power supply status and to Clock...
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Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations 7. Fan Connectors Fan Connectors The 3-pin connectors, designated FAN1, Pin# Defi nition FAN2, and FAN3, provide power to the Ground fans. See the table on the right for pin +12V defi nitions. Tachometer 8 - 13.
SAS-846EL Backplane User's Guide Front Jumper Locations and Pin Defi nitions BUZZER_ENB1 REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SOCKET1 OVERHEATFAIL1 FANFAIL1 SEC_MODE1 REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SOCKET1 REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SOCKET1 BUZZER_ENB1 BUZZER_ENB1 OVERHEATFAIL1 OVERHEATFAIL1 C C A A FANFAIL1 FANFAIL1 SEC_J2 SEC_J2 SEC_J1 SEC_J1 SEC_J0 SEC_J0 PRI_J2 PRI_J2 PRI_J1 PRI_J1 PRI_J0 PRI_J0 SEC_I2C1 SEC_I2C1 SEC_IPMI1...
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Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations General Jumper Settings Jumper Jumper Settings Note Factory Setting PRI_MODE1 Do not change Factory Setting SEC_MODE1 Do not change Open: Disable BUZZER_ENB1 Buzzer Enable* Closed: Enable *The buzzer sound indicates that a condition requiring immediate attention has occurred.
SAS-846EL Backplane User's Guide Rear Connectors and LED Indicators C562 C405 C409 C431 C435 C532 C536 C558 SAS #5 SAS #11 SAS #17 SAS #23 SAS #4 SAS #16 C404 C408 C430 SAS #22 C557 C561 C434 C531 C535 SAS #10 C383 C393 C429...
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Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Rear LED Indicators Rear Connector Hard Drive Activity LED Failure LED SAS #0 ACT #0 FAIL #0 SAS #1 ACT #1 FAIL #1 SAS #2 ACT #2 FAIL #2 SAS #3 ACT #3 FAIL #3 SAS #4 ACT #4 FAIL #4...
Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Chapter 3 Dual Port and Cascading Confi gurations Single and Dual Port Expanders Single Ports SAS-846EL1 backplanes have a single-port expander that access all twenty-four drives and supports cascading. Dual Ports SAS-846EL2 backplanes have dual-port expanders that access all twenty-four drives.
SAS-846EL Backplane User's Guide Failover The SAS-846EL2 backplane has two expanders which allow effective failover. Single Host Bus Adapter SAS HBA In a single host bus confi guration, the backplane connects to one Host Bus Adapter (HBA). PRI_J2 SEC_J2 PRI_J1 SEC_J0 SEC_J1 PRI_J0...
This section describes the supported power card for the SAS-846 series backplane. For more information, see the PCC-JBPWR2 power card manual. This manual can be found at the http://www.supermicro.com or as an appendix in the SAS-846EL chassis manual. JBPWR2 REV 1.00...
SAS-846EL Backplane User's Guide Connecting an Internal Host Bus Adapter to the Backplane The following section lists the most common cables used to connect the Host Bus Adapter (HBA) to the backplane. PRI_J2 SEC_J2 PRI_J1 SEC_J0 SEC_J1 PRI_J0 (Host Bus Adapter) Figure 3-8: Single Internal Host Bus Adapter SEC_J2 PRI_J2...
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Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Cable Name: iPass (mini SAS) to iPass (mini SAS) Part #: CBL-0108L-02 Length: 39 cm (15 inches) Part #: CBL-0109L-02 Length: 22 cm (9 inches) Part #: CBL-0110L-02 Length: 18 cm (7 inches) Description: This cable has an iPass (SFF-8087/mini-sas) connector (36 pins) at each end.
SAS-846EL Backplane User's Guide Connecting an External Host Bus Adapter to the Backplane This backplane supports external Host Bus Adapters. In this confi guration, the HBA and the backplane are in different physical chassis. This allows a JBOD confi gura- tion system to connect to the other system that has a HBA.
Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Supported External HBA to Backplane Cable Use the following cable if your external HBA has an Infi niBand connector. Figure 3-12: SAS Infi niBand Cable (CBL-0200L) Cable Name: SAS Infi niBand to Mini SAS X4 1M cable, PBF Part #: CBL-0200L Length: 1 meter Description: This cable has an Infi...
SAS-846EL Backplane User's Guide Connecting Multiple Backplanes in a Single Channel Environment This section describes the cables used when cascading from a single HBA. These connections use CBL-0167L internal cables and CBL-0166L external cables. CBL-0167L with Single Port Assembly PRI_J2 SEC_J2 PRI_J1 SEC_J0...
Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Single HBA Confi guration Cables Single Port Cable Assembly Figure 3-14: Single Port Internal Cable (CBL-0167L) Cable Name: SAS EL2/EL1 Backplane Cable (Internal) with 2-port Cascading Cable, 68 cm Part #: CBL-0167L (SFF-8087 to SFF-8088 x1) Ports: Single Placement: Internal cable Description: Internal cable.
SAS-846EL Backplane User's Guide Connecting Multiple Backplanes in a Dual Channel Environment This section describes the cables used when cascading from dual HBAs. These connections use CBL-0168L internal cables and CBL-0166L external cables. PRI_J2 SEC_J2 PRI_J1 SEC_J0 SEC_J1 PRI_J0 Cable 0168L Port B Expander 2 Port A Expander 1 with Single Port Assembly...
Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Dual HBA Confi guration Cables Dual Port Cable Assembly Figure 3-17: Dual Port Internal Cable (CBL-0168L) Cable Name: SAS Dual-port Cable Assembly, 68/76cm Part #: CBL-0168L Placement: Internal cable Ports: Dual Description: Internal cascading cable. Connects the backplane to the Host Bus Adapter (HBA) or external port.
The fi rst backplane in a cascaded system requires a motherboard and HBA. Other servers require a power control card with no motherboard and no HBA. For more information, see the SC846 Chassis Manual available at www.supermicro.com. SEC_J2 PRI_J2...
Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Server System with Single SAS HBA The expanders allow horizontal branching. This confi guration also applies to dual ports. SEC_J2 PRI_J2 SEC_J2 PRI_J2 PRI_J1 PRI_J1 SEC_J0 SEC_J1 SEC_J0 SEC_J1 PRI_J0 PRI_J0 Port A Expander 1 Port A Expander 1 Power Card Cable 0167L...
Safety Information and Technical Specifi cations Dual SAS HBA and Cascaded Confi guration with Branching Port B Ex. 2 Port A Ex. 1 Port B Ex. 2 Port A Ex. 1 Power Card Port B Ex. 2 Port A Ex. 1 Port B Ex.
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SAS-846EL 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 per- form be reasonably expected to result in signifi...
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