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SCF418 Chassis Series
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SCF418IF-R1K62BP
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  • Page 1 UPER ® SCF418 Chassis Series SCF418BC-R1K62BP SCF418IF-R1K62BP SCF418IL-R1K62BP USER’S MANUAL 1.0a...
  • Page 2 SCF418 Chassis Manual The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manual, or to notify any person or organization of the updates.
  • Page 3 Preface Preface About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SCF418 4U chassis. Instal- lation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The FatTwin™...

  • Page 4: Manual Organization

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Manual Organization Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 1 describes components included with this chassis, and the main features of the SCF418 chassis. This chapter also includes contact information. Chapter 2 System Safety 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 SAS-F418-B6 Backplane Specifications Appendix C SAS-F418-B2R Backplane Specifications...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Table of Contents Preface About This Manual ..................... iii Manual Organization ..................iv Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Shipping List ....................1-1 Part Numbers ....................1-1 Contacting Supermicro ..................1-2 Returning Merchandise for Service..............1-3 Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements ............
  • Page 7 Preface Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Overview ......................5-1 Installation Procedures ..................5-1 Removing Power Cords .................. 5-2 Node Locations ....................5-2 Removing Nodes from the Chassis ..............5-3 Removing the Cover from the Node ............... 5-3 Node Configurations ..................5-4 Overview of the Node ..................
  • Page 8 SCF418 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

    Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction Overview Supermicro's SCF418 "Fat Twin" chassis is designed to optimize performance per Watt and per dollar with up to eight independent hot-pluggable DP computing nodes, efficiently organized into a 4U form factor. Each node provides hot-swappable and/ or fixed hard drives for RAID 5 data protection, and is contained in a convenient module to facilitate easy system upgrades, installation and maintenance.

  • Page 10: Contacting Supermicro

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: 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 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands Tel:...

  • Page 11: Returning Merchandise For Service

    Chapter 1: Introduction Returning Merchandise for Service A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required be- fore any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton, and mailed prepaid or hand-carried.

  • Page 12: Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems

    Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance.
  • Page 13 UPER ERVER "servername" User's 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 14 Warning Statements for AC Systems 안전을 위한 주의사항 경고! 이 경고 기호는 위험이 있음을 알려 줍니다. 작업자의 신체에 부상을 야기 할 수 있는 상태에 있게 됩니다. 모든 장비에 대한 작업을 수행하기 전에 전기회로와 관련된 위험요소들을 확인하시고 사전에 사고를 방지할 수 있도록 표준 작업절차를...

  • Page 15: Installation Instructions

    UPER ERVER "servername" User's 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 16: 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 17: Power Disconnection Warning

    UPER ERVER "servername" User's 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 18 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 19: Equipment Installation

    UPER ERVER "servername" User's 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 20: 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 21: Battery Handling

    UPER ERVER "servername" User's 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...
  • Page 22 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 23: Redundant Power Supplies

    UPER ERVER "servername" User's 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 24: 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 25: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    UPER ERVER "servername" User's 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 26: 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 27: Hot Swap Fan Warning

    UPER ERVER "servername" User's 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 28 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 29: Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    UPER ERVER "servername" User's Manual Power Cable and AC Adapter Warning! When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables, power cables and AC adaptors. Using any other cables and adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. 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.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems Attention Lors de l'installation du produit, utilisez les bables de connection fournis ou désigné. L'utilisation d'autres cables et adaptateurs peut provoquer un dysfonctionnement ou un incendie. Appareils électroménagers et de loi sur la sécurité Matériel interdit l'utilisation de UL ou CSA câbles certifiés qui ont UL ou CSA indiqué...
  • Page 31 UPER ERVER "servername" User's Manual Notes 2-20...

  • Page 32: Chapter 3 Chassis Components

    Chapter 3: Chassis Components Chapter 3 Chassis Components Overview This chapter describes the most common components included with your chassis. Some components listed may not be included or compatible with your particular chassis model. For more information, see the installation instructions detailed later in this manual.

  • Page 33: Where To Get Replacement Components

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Air Shroud The SCF418 chassis requires air shrouds for each node to direct the airflow where cooling is needed. The air shroud will differ for different motherboards. If using a motherboard which is not the default in the chassis, refer to the optional parts in the Appendix of this manual, or the Supermicro web site at www.supermicro.com to puchase the proper air shroud.

  • Page 34: 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. SCF418 models with rear I/O (left image below) include four control panels on the handles of the chassis which control each of the nodes.

  • Page 35: Control Panel Buttons

    SCF418 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 but- ton removes the main power, but keeps standby power supplied to the system.

  • Page 36: Drive Carrier Leds

    Chapter 4: System Interface • NIC: Indicates network activity on either LAN1 or LAN2 when flashing. Drive Carrier LEDs The SCF418 chassis uses SAS/SATA drives. 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 37 SCF418 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 38: 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 39: Node Locations

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Node Locations The SCF418 chassis contains eight individual motherboards in separate nodes. The nodes are available in a variety of configurations with 2.5" hard drives, 3.5" hard drives or both. See the following page for your specific SCF418 model to determine the hard drive configuration in your chassis nodes.

  • Page 40: Removing Nodes From The Chassis

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Removing Nodes from the Chassis Each of the eight individual nodes may be removed from the chassis. Note that when a node is removed from the chassis, the hard drives located in the node will shut-down.

  • Page 41: Node Configurations

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Node Configurations Overview of the Node Front of the Node Rear of the Node Figure 5-3: Front and Rear of the Node (Your node may differ from the one shown in this illustration) SCF418BC-R1K62BP Node Layout SCF418BC-R1K62BP Front of Node Rear of Node One Micro LP expansion card...

  • Page 42: Scf418If-R1K62Bp Node Layout

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance SCF418IF-R1K62BP Node Layout SCF418IF-R1K62BP Front of Node Rear of Node Two low-profile expansion cards Two fixed 3.5" hard drives Figure 5-5: SCF418IFL-R1K62BP Node SCF418IL-R1K62BP Node Layout SCF418IL-R1K62BP Front of Node Rear of Node One low-profile expansion card Two fixed 3.5"...

  • Page 43: Nodes And Associated Hard Drives

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Nodes and Associated Hard Drives The SCF418 chassis contains eight individual motherboards in separate 1U nodes. Each node controls the hard drives contained within that node. Note that if a node is pulled out of the chassis, the hard drives associated with that node will power down as well.
  • Page 44 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance SCF418IL-R1K62BP Node 4 Node 8 Controls two fixed 3.5" HDDs D1-D2 Controls two fixed 3.5" HDDs H1-H2 Node 3 Node 7 Controls two fixed 3.5" HDDs C1-C2 Controls two fixed 3.5" HDDs G1-G2 Node 2 Node 6 Controls two fixed 3.5"...

  • Page 45: Installing And Removing Hard Drives

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Installing and Removing Hard Drives Note that if a node is pulled out of the chassis, the hard drives associated with that node will power down as well. 2.5" hard drives are hot-swappable and may be removed from the node without removing the node from the chassis or powering down the system.
  • Page 46 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Dummy Driv Drive Carrie Figure 5-9: 2.5" Hard Drive Carrier The 2.5" hard drives are mounted in the drive carrier to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airflow for the drive bays.
  • Page 47 SCF418 Chassis Manual SAS or SATA Hard Drive Install Screws From Beneath the Drive Carrier 2.5" Drive Carrier Figure 5-11: Installing a 2.5" Hard Drive in the Drive Carrier 3. Install a new drive into the carrier with the printed circuit board side facing down so that the mounting holes align with those in the carrier.

  • Page 48: Installing And Removing 3.5" Fixed Hard Drives

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installing and Removing 3.5" Fixed Hard Drives Removing 3.5" Fixed Hard Drives from the Node 1. Power down the system and remove the power cords from the rear of the power supplies as described in Section 5-2. Remove the node from the chassis as described in Section 5-4 and remove the cover from the node as described in Section 5-5.
  • Page 49 SCF418 Chassis Manual Figure 5-14: Installing a 3.5" Fixed Hard Drive in the Node 6. Install a replacement drive into the hard drive tray and secure it to the tray with the screws previously set aside. 7. Secure the hard drive tray to the floor of the node with the screw previously set aside.

  • Page 50: Removing And Installing The Backplane

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Removing and Installing the Backplane The SCF418 chassis backplane is located behind the hard drives and in front of the front system fans in each 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 51 SCF418 Chassis Manual 4. Lift the backplane up and out of the node. Figure 5-16: Removing the Backplane from the Node (Your node may differ slightly from the one shown in this illustration) 5-14...

  • Page 52: 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 5-8 Installing and Removing Hard Drives). 2.

  • Page 53: 5-10 Installing The Motherboard

    SCF418 Chassis Manual 5-10 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.
  • Page 54 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-18: Installing the Motherboard in the Node Tray (Your node may differ slightly from the one 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.

  • Page 55: 5-11 Installing Expansion Cards

    SCF418 Chassis Manual 5-11 Installing Expansion Cards SCF418 PCIE Slot Configurations Some SCF418 chassis models support one or more expansion cards in each node, Refer to the tables below to determine the PCIE slot configuration for your particular chassis. SCF418BC-R1K62BP Front of Node Rear of Node One Micro LP expansion card...

  • Page 56: Installing Rear Low-Profile Expansion Cards

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installing Rear Low-profile Expansion Cards The following instructions are for chassis nodes in which the expansion cards are mounted in the rear of the node. 0.15 PCIE Slot Clip PCIE Slot Shield Figure 5-19: I/O Shield Configuration 5-19...

  • Page 57: Assembling The Pcie Slot Bracket Assembly

    SCF418 Chassis Manual PCIE Slot Bracke Expansion Card Bracket Riser Card Card Mounting Expansion Screws Card Figure 5-20: Assembling the PCIE Slot Bracket and Cards Assembling the PCIE Slot Bracket Assembly Each node supports one expansion card. This expansion card must be plugged into a riser card, which in turn plugs into the motherboard.

  • Page 58: Installing The Pcie Slot Bracket Assembly Into The Node

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Bracket Bracket Mounting Mounting Screw Screws PCIE Slot Bracket Expansion Card Riser Card Figure 5-21: Installing the PCIE Slot Bracket Assembly (Your node may differ slightly from the one shown in this illustration) Installing the PCIE Slot Bracket Assembly Into the Node Installing the PCIE Slot Bracket Assembly 1.

  • Page 59: Installing Rear Micro Lp Cards

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Installing Rear Micro LP Cards Figure 5-22: Installing the Micro LP Card (Your node may differ slightly from the one shown in this illustration) Installing the Micro LP Assembly Into the Node Installing the Micro LP Card Assembly 1.

  • Page 60: Installing Front Low-Profile Expansion Cards

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installing Front Low-profile Expansion Cards The following instructions are for chassis nodes in which the expansion cards are mounted in the front of the node. PCIE Slot PCIE Slot Clip Shield Figure 5-23: PCIE Slot Configuration (Your chassis and nodes may differ from those shown in this illustration) 5-23...

  • Page 61: Assembling The Pcie Slot Bracket Assembly

    SCF418 Chassis Manual PCIE Slot Bracket Riser Card Card Mounting Screws Figure 5-24: Assembling the PCIE Slot Bracket and Riser Card Assembling the PCIE Slot Bracket Assembly Each node supports one expansion card. This expansion card must be plugged into a riser card, which in turn plugs into the motherboard.
  • Page 62 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5. Secure the riser card to the PCIE slot bracket using the two screws included in the accessory box. Bracket Mounting Screws Figure 5-25: Installing the Riser Card and Bracket (Your node may differ slightly from the one shown in this illustration) 6.

  • Page 63: 5-12 Installing Air Shrouds

    SCF418 Chassis Manual 5-12 Installing Air Shrouds Air Shrouds Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The SCF418 and SCF418L chassis require an air shroud in each node. Installing an Air Shroud 1. Power down the system and remove the power cords from the rear of the power supplies as described in Section 5-2.

  • Page 64: 5-13 Removing And Installing System Fans

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-13 Removing and Installing System Fans Removing and Installing Internal System Fans Removing Internal System Fans 1. Power down the system and remove the power cords from the rear of the power supplies as described in Section 5-2. Remove the node from the chassis as described in Section 5-4 and remove the cover from the node as described in Section 5-5.

  • Page 65: Removing And Installing External System Fans

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Removing and Installing External System Fans Figure 5-30: Installing the External Fan (Your node may differ slightly from the one shown in this illustration) Removing a Rear Exhaust Fan 1. Determine which node contains the failed fan and power down the node with the operating system.

  • Page 66: 5-14 Replacing The Power Supplies

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-14 Replacing the Power Supplies The SCF418 chassis includes redundant 1620W power supplies. These power sup- plies are auto-switching capable. This enables the power supplies to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage. An amber light will be illuminated on the power supply when the power is off.
  • Page 67 SCF418 Chassis Manual Notes 5-30...

  • Page 68: Chapter 6 Rack Installation

    Chapter 6: Rack Installation Chapter 6 Rack Installation Overview This chapter provides a quick setup to install the SCF418 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 69: Warnings And Precautions

    SCF418 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 70: 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 71: Rack Mounting Instructions

    SCF418 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 72: Installing The Rails On A Rack

    Chapter 6: Rack Installation Figure 6-3: 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 73: Chassis Installation

    SCF418 Chassis Manual Figure 6-4: 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 74: Appendix A Scf418 Power Supply Specifications

    Appendix A: Power Supply Specifications Appendix A SCF418 Power Supply Specifications This appendix lists power supply specifications for your chassis system. SCF418BC-R1K62BP, SCF418IF-R1K62BP, SCF418IL-R1K62BP, 1620W MFR Part # PWS-1K62P-1R AC Voltage 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, 7.5 Amp max +5V 18 Amp +5V standby 3 Amp +12V 49 Amp...
  • Page 75 SCF418 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 76: Appendix B Bpn-Sas-F418-B6 Backplane Specifications

    Appendix C: BPN-SAS-F418B6 Backplane Specifications Appendix B BPN-SAS-F418-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. 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 77 SCF418 Chassis Manual B-3 An Important Note to Users All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest PCB revision available at the time of publishing. The card you have received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual. B-4 Introduction to the BPN-SAS-F418-B6 Backplane The BPN-SAS-F418-B6 backplane has been designed to utilize the most up-to-date technology available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality performance.
  • Page 78 Appendix B: BPN-SAS-F418-B2R B-5 Front Connectors SB#2 JP54 JP46 UPGRADE JP13 JP10 +12V +12V BAR CODE BPN-SAS-F418-B6 DESIGNED IN USA REV 1.01 Figure B-1: Front Connectors 1. Main Power Connector (4-Pin): JP10 7. SATA Connector #0: J7 2. Main Power Connector (4-pin): JP13 8.
  • Page 79 SCF418 Chassis Manual B-6 Front Connector and 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.
  • Page 80 Appendix B: BPN-SAS-F418-B2R B-7 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators FAIL5 ACT5 SAS #1 SAS #3 SAS #5 FAIL3 ACT3 D107 D102 D107 FAIL1 ACT1 D102 SAS #0 SAS #2 SAS #4 FAIL0 ACT0 FAIL4 ACT4 FAIL2 ACT2 SAS #2 Figure C-B: Rear Connectors and LED Indicators Rear SAS/SATA Connectors and LED Indicators SAS/SATA Drive Rear...
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  • Page 82: Appendix C Bpn-Sas-F418B2R Backplane Specifications

    Appendix C: BPN-SAS-F418-B2R Backplane Specifications Appendix C BPN-SAS-F418B2R 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 83 SCF418 Chassi Manual C-3 An Important Note to Users All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest PCB Revision available at the time of publishing. The card you have received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual. C-4 Introduction to the BPN-SAS-F418-B2R Backplane The BPN-SAS-F418-B2R backplane has been designed to utilize the most up- to-date technology available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality...
  • Page 84 Appendix C: BPN-SAS-F418B2R Backplane Specifications Front Connectors DESIGNED IN USA BPN-SAS-F418-B2R REV 1.01 Figure C-1: Front Connectors 1. Main Power Connector (4-pin): JP10 2. SAS Port #0: J5 3. SAS Port #1: J6...
  • Page 85 SCF418 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 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 86 Appendix C: BPN-SAS-F418B2R Backplane Specifications C-7 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators SAS #1 SAS#1 ACT#1 SAS#0 SAS #0 ACT#0 Figure C-2: 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...
  • Page 87 SCF418 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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