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  • Page 1 UPER ® SC846 CHASSIS SERIES SC846TQ-900B USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 846 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 SC846 chassis. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. This document lists compatible parts available when this document was published. Always refer to the our Web site for updates on supported parts and configura- tions.

  • Page 4: Manual Organization

    846 Chassis Manual Manual Organization Chapter 1: Introduction The first chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with this chassis and describes the main features of the SC846 chassis. This chapter also includes contact information. Chapter 2: System Safety This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety.
  • Page 5 Preface Backplane Specifications This section lists compatible cables, power supply specifications, and compatible backplanes. Not all compatible backplanes are listed. Refer to our Web site for the latest compatible backplane information. Appendix A: Hardware This section provides information on cabling, and other hardware which is compat- ible with your chassis.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    846 Chassis Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Shipping List ....................1-1 Part Numbers ....................1-1 Where to get Replacement Components ............1-2 Contacting Supermicro ..................1-3 Chapter 2 System Safety Overview ......................2-1 Warnings and Precautions ................2-1 Preparing for Setup ..................
  • Page 7 Preface Installation Step 5: Installing the Air Shroud ..........4-11 To Install the Air Shroud .................4-11 To Check the Server's Air Flow ..............4-12 System Fans ....................4-13 Power Supply ....................4-15 To Change the Power Supply: ..............4-16 To Change the Power Distributor ..............4-18 Changing the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or floppy drive and HDD trays ...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction Overview Supermicro’s SC846 4U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design. The chassis is equipped with high efficiency power supply. High performance fans provide ample optimized cooling for FB-DIMM memory modules and twenty-four hot-swap drive bays offer maximum storage capacity. Shipping List Part Numbers Please visit the following link for the latest shiping lists and part numbers for your...

  • Page 9: Where To Get Replacement Components

    846 Chassis Manual Where to get Replacement Components Though not frequently, you may need replacement parts for your system. To en- sure the highest level of professional service and technical support, we strongly recommend purchasing exclusively from our Supermicro Authorized Distributors / System Integrators / Resellers.

  • Page 10: Contacting Supermicro

    Chapter 1: Introduction 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 11 846 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 12: Chapter 2 System Safety

    Chapter 2: System Safety Chapter 2 System Safety Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your chassis up and running. Following the steps in order given should enable you to have your chassis setup and operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick set up assumes that you are an experienced technician, famailiar with common concepts and terminology.
  • Page 13 846 Chassis Manual • Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room’s emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can then quickly remove power from the system.

  • Page 14: General Safety Precautions

    Chapter 2: System Safety General Safety Precautions • Keep the area around the chassis clean and free of clutter. • Place the chassis top cover and any system components that have been re- moved away from the system or on a table so that they won’t accidentally be stepped on.
  • Page 15 846 Chassis Manual • Do not let components or PCBs come into contact with your clothing, which may retain a charge even if you are wearing a wrist strap. • Handle a board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral chips, memory modules or contacts.

  • Page 16: Chapter 3 System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specific components.

  • Page 17: Control Panel Buttons

    846 Chassis Manual Control Panel Buttons There are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis. These are (in order from left to right) a reset button and a power on/off button. Reset: The reset button is used to reboot the system. Power: The main power button is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to the server system.
  • Page 18 Chapter 3: System Interface NIC2: Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when flashing. NIC1: Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing. HDD: Indicates IDE channel activity. SAS/SATA drive, SCSI drive, and/or DVD- ROM drive activity when flashing. Power: Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.

  • Page 19: Drive Carrier Leds

    846 Chassis Manual Drive Carrier LEDs Your chassis uses SAS/SATA or SCSI drives, but not both. SAS/SATA Drives Each SAS/SATA drive carrier has two LEDs. • Green: Each Serial ATA drive carrier has a green LED. When illuminated, this green LED (on the front of the SATA drive carrier) indicates drive activity. A connection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed.

  • Page 20: Chapter 4 Chassis Setup And Maintenance

    Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Chapter 4 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 screwdriver.

  • Page 21: Installation Step 1: Remove The Chassis Cover

    846 Chassis Manual Installation Step 1: Remove the Chassis Cover To Remove the Chassis Cover: Press the release tabs to remove the cover from the locked position. Press both tabs at the same time. Once the top cover is released from the locked position, slide the cover toward the rear of the chassis.
  • Page 22 Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 4-2: Chassis Cover Removed...

  • Page 23: Installation Step 2: Install Hard Drives

    846 Chassis Manual Installation Step 2: Install Hard Drives To Remove Hard Drive Trays from the Chassis Press the release button on the drive tray. This extends the drive bay handle. Use the handle to pull the drive out of the chassis.

  • Page 24: To Install A Hard Drive To The Hard Drive Tray

    Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 4-4A: Chassis Drive Tray The drives are mounted in drive trays to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These trays also help promote proper airflow for the drive bays. Warning: Except for short periods of time (swapping hard drives), do not operate the server with the hard drives empty.
  • Page 25 846 Chassis Manual Slide the hard drive into the tray with the printed circuit board side facing down. Carefully align the mounting holes in both the drive tray and the hard drive. Secure the hard drive to the tray using six screws. Replace the drive tray into the chassis.

  • Page 26: Installation Step 4: Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installation Step 4: Installing the Motherboard I/O Shield Figure 4-7: I/O Shield Placement I/O Shield The I/O shield holds the motherboard ports in place. Install the I/O shield before you install the motherboard. To Install the I/O Shield: Review the documentation that came with your motherboard.

  • Page 27: Permanent And Optional Standoffs

    846 Chassis Manual Flat head Round hea Round head Pan head Permanent and Optional Standoffs 6-32 x 5 mm M2.6 x 5 m 6-32 x 5 mm M3 x 5 mm [0.197] [0.197] [0.197] [0.197] Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and RAIL the chassis surface.
  • Page 28 Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 4-9: Motherboard Installation Lay the motherboard on the chassis aligning the permanent and optional standoffs Secure the motherboard to the chassis using the rounded, Phillips head screws. Secure the CPU(s), heatsinks, and other components to the motherboard as described in the motherboard documentation.

  • Page 29: Add-On Card/Expansion Slot Setup

    846 Chassis Manual Add-on Card/Expansion Slot Setup Your SC846 chassis includes I/O slots for add-on cards and expansion cards. Add-on/Expansion Card Slots Figure 4-11: Installing Add-on and Expansion Cards The SC846 chassis includes slots for add-on cards and expansion cards. To Install Add-on and Expansion Cards in SC846 Chassis: Disconnect the power supply, lay the chassis on a flat surface, and open the chassis cover.

  • Page 30: Installation Step 5: Installing The Air Shroud

    Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installation Step 5: Installing the Air Shroud Figure 4-12: Air Shroud for SC846LP Chassis Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The SC846 chassis air shroud does not require screws to set up. To Install the Air Shroud Confirm that your air shroud matches your chassis model.

  • Page 31: To Check The Server's Air Flow

    846 Chassis Manual To Check the Server's Air Flow 1. Make sure there are no objects to obstruct airflow in and out of the server. In addition, if you are using a front bezel, make sure the bezel's filter is replaced periodically.

  • Page 32: System Fans

    Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance System Fans Three heavy duty fans provide cooling for the chassis. These fans circulate air through the chassis as a means of lowering the chassis internal temperature. Release Tab Release Tab Figure 4-13: Front System Fan Figure 4-14: Rear System Fan Replacing a System Fan 1.
  • Page 33 846 Chassis Manual Figure 4-15: Placing the Front System Fan Figure 4-16: Placing the Rear System Fan 4-14...

  • Page 34: Power Supply

    Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Power Supply The SC846 Chassis has a 900 watt, high-efficiency redundant power supply. This power supply is auto-switching capable. This enables it 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 35 846 Chassis Manual 4-16...
  • Page 36 Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 3. Pull the power supply out using the handle provided. 4. Change the failed power module with the same model. 5. Push the new power supply module into the power bay until you hear a click. 6.

  • Page 37: To Change The Power Distributor

    846 Chassis Manual To Change the Power Distributor Server chassis above 2U require a power distributor. The power distributor provides failover and power supply redundancy. In the unlikely event you must change the power distributor, do following: Power down the server and remove the plug from the wall socket or power strip.
  • Page 38 Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Remove the two screws securing the power distributor housing to the chassis wall Remove the three screws securing the power distributor to the housing. Gently pull the power distributor and houseing from the chassis. Carefully guide all the cables through the power distributor housing.

  • Page 39: Changing The Cd-Rom, Dvd-Rom, Or Floppy Drive And Hdd Trays

    846 Chassis Manual Changing the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or floppy drive and HDD trays Power down and unplug the system from the outlet. Remove the chassis cover. Disconnect the power and data cables from the drive to other chassis com- ponents including the motherboard and backplane. Unscrew the four screws (6-32) holding the drive into the HDD tray.and set them aside.
  • Page 40 Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 4-21: HDD Tray If necessary, also unscrew the four screws and mylar washers holding the Figure 4-22: Remove the HDD Tray drive tray to the chassis, and set them aside for later use when mounting the replacement HDD tray.
  • Page 41 846 Chassis Manual Figure 4-23: Assemble the Replacement Drive and HDD Tray Install the replacement drive into the replacement drive tray using the four screws and mylar washers previously set aside. Using the four drive tray screws previously put aside, install the replacement drive and drive tray into the chassis.

  • Page 42: Chapter 5 Rack Installation

    Chapter 5: Rack Installation Chapter 5 Rack Installation Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your chassis up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time. Unpacking the System You should inspect the box the chassis was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way.

  • Page 43: Rack Precautions

    SC846 Chassis Manual Warnings and Precautions! • This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like). 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.

  • Page 44: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 5: Rack Installation • Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling. 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.

  • Page 45: Rack Mounting Instructions

    SC846 Chassis Manual Rack Mounting Instructions Rack Rails Assembly This section provides information on installing the SC846 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. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.

  • Page 46: To Install The Inner Rails

    Chapter 5: Rack Installation Figure 5-2: Installing the Rails To Install the Inner Rails Place the inner rails on the side of the chassis aligning the hooks of the chas- sis with the inner rail holes. Make sure the rail faces "outward" so that it will fit with the rack's mounting bracket.

  • Page 47: To Install The Outer Rails To The Rack

    SC846 Chassis Manual Secure to the Front of the Rack Secure to the Rear of the Rack Attach Outer Racks Together Figure 5-3: Assembling the Outer Rails To Install the Outer Rails to the Rack Attach the short bracket to the outside of the long bracket. You must align the pins with the slides.
  • Page 48 Chapter 5: Rack Installation Figure 5-4: Installing the Outer Rails to the Server Rack...

  • Page 49: To Install The Chassis Into A Rack

    SC846 Chassis Manual Figure 5-5: Installing the Rack Rails To Install the Chassis into a Rack: Confirm that chassis includes the inner rails (A) and rail extensions (B). Also, confirm that the outer rails (C) are installed on the rack. Line chassis rails (A and B) with the front of the rack rails (C).

  • Page 50: Appendix A Hardware

    Appendix A: Chassis Cables Appendix A Hardware A-1 Overview This appendix lists supported cables for your chassis system. It only includes the most commonly used components and configurations. For more compatible cables, refer to the manufacturer of the motherboard you are using and our Web site at: www.supermicro.com.
  • Page 51 SC846 Chassis Manual A-3 Compatible Cables These cables are compatible with the SC846 Chassis. Alternate SAS/SATA Cables Some compatible motherboards have different connectors. If your motherboard has only one SAS connector that the SAS/SATA cables must share, use one of the following cables.

  • Page 52: Extending Power Cables

    Appendix A: Chassis Cables Extending Power Cables Although Super Micro chassis are designed with to be efficient and cost-effective, some compatible motherboards have power connectors located in different areas. To use these motherboards you may have to extend the power cables to the mother boards.
  • Page 53 SC846 Chassis Manual A-4 Chassis Screws The accessory box includes all the screws needed to setup your chassis. This section lists and describes the most common screws used. Your chassis may not require all the parts listed. HARD DRIVE Flat head Pan head 6-32 x 5 mm 6-32 x 5 mm...

  • Page 54: Appendix B Sc846 Power Supply Specifications

    Appendix B: Power Supply Specifications Appendix B SC846 Power Supply Specifications 900W MFR Part # PWS-902-1R 100 - 240V Rated AC Volt- 50 - 60Hz 3 - 4 Amp +5V standby 4 Amp +12V 75 Amp +5V 50 Amp +3.3V 30 Amp -12V 0.6 Amp...
  • Page 55 SC846 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 56: Appendix C Bpn-Sas-846Tq Backplane Specifications

    Safety Information and Technical Specifications Appendix C BPN-SAS-846TQ 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 Electric Static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To prevent damage to your system, it is important to handle it very carefully.
  • Page 57 Appendix C Backplane Specifications C-3 A 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.

  • Page 58: Front Connectors

    Safety Information and Technical Specifications JP122:CTRL_ID#5 JP125:CTRL_ID#6 Jumper Settings and Pin Definitions 1-2:SGPIO 2-3:I2C JP129:9072#3 RESET BUZZER RESET 1-2: RESET JP18 2-3: NO RESET C-4 Front Connectors and Jumpers JP97:FAN#1 SELECT JP98:FAN#2 SELECT JP99:FAN#3 SELECT JP100:FAN#4 SELECT 1-2:WITH FAN JP97 2-3:NO FAN JP98 JP99...
  • Page 59 Appendix C Backplane Specifications JP45:OH#2 TEMP. OPEN:45 JP25:OH#1 TEMP. 1-2:50 2-3:55 OPEN:45 1-2:50 JP122:CTRL_ID#5 2-3:55 JP125:CTRL_ID#6 1-2:SGPIO SAS846TQ 2-3:I2C REV:1.01 BUZZER RESET JP129:9072#3 RESET 1-2: RESET JP18 2-3: NO RESET JP97:FAN#1 SELECT JP98:FAN#2 SELECT JP91:BP_ID#3 JP84 JP99:FAN#3 SELECT JP35:9072#1 RESET JP104:BP_ID#4 JP100:FAN#4 SELECT 1-2: RESET...
  • Page 60 Safety Information and Technical Specifications C-5 Front Connector and Pin Definitions 1. MG9072 Chip The MG9072 is an enclosure management chip that supports the SES-2 controller and SES-2 protocols. 2. Upgrade Connectors The upgrade connectors are designated JP69, JP78, and JP115 and are used for manufactur- er's diagnostic purposes only.
  • Page 61 Appendix C Backplane Specifications 7./8./9./ Sideband Headers Sideband Headers (JP66, JP68, JP75, JP77, The sideband headers are designated JP66, JP112 and JP114) JP68, JP75, JP77, JP112, and JP114. For Pin # Definition Pin # Definition SES-2 to work properly, you must connect an SGPIO: Controller ID SDIN...

  • Page 62: Explanation Of Jumpers

    Safety Information and Technical Specifications C-6 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions JP45:OH#2 TEMP. OPEN:45 JP25:OH#1 1-2:50 OPEN:45 2-3:55 1-2:50 JP122:CTRL_ID#5 2-3:55 JP125:CTRL_ID#6 1-2:SGPIO 2-3:I2C BUZZER RESET JP129:9072#3 RESET 1-2: RESET JP18 JP35 2-3: NO RESET JP97:FAN#1 SELECT JP98:FAN#2 SELECT JP91:BP_ID#3 JP99:FAN#3 SELECT JP84...

  • Page 63: Jumper Settings

    Appendix C Backplane Specifications Jumper Settings Jumper Jumper Settings Note 1-2: Reset MG 9072 Chip Reset #1 JP35 2-3: Default 1-2: Reset MG 9072 Chip Reset #2 JP50 2-3: Default 1-2: Reset MG 9072 Chip Reset #3 JP129 2-3: Default Fan Jumper Settings This backplane can use up to four fans.
  • Page 64 Safety Information and Technical Specifications 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 jumper. The following information details which jumper must be configured to use SGPIO mode or restore your backplane to I C mode.

  • Page 65: Front Led Indicators

    Appendix C Backplane Specifications Front LED Indicators JP25:OH#1 TEMP. OPEN:45 1-2:50 D53 D54 D45 D47 D49 D51 D3 D36 D89 2-3:55 SAS846TQ REV:1.01 JP45:OH#2 TEMP. OPEN:45 JP25:OH#1 TEMP. 1-2:50 2-3:55 OPEN:45 1-2:50 JP122:CTRL_ID#5 2-3:55 JP125:CTRL_ID#6 1-2:SGPIO SAS846TQ 2-3:I2C REV:1.01 BUZZER RESET JP129:9072#3 RESET 1-2: RESET JP18...
  • Page 66 SIDEBAND#5 JP61:FAN#1 SELECT JP64 JP62:FAN#2 SELECT JP58 FAN#3 JP54 JP63:FAN#3 SELECT JP56 JP64:FAN#4 SELECT 1-2:WITH FAN +12V +12V JP10 2-3:NO FAN JP110 JP109 JP13 JP48 JP46 JP121:I2CRST#5 JP124:I2CRST#6 1-2:SGPIO 2-3:I2C Safety Information and Technical Specifications JP111:BPID_SDIN#5 JP113:BPID_SDIN#6 1-2:SGPIO 2-3:I2C C-7 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators SAS #20 SAS #21 SAS #22...
  • Page 67 Appendix C Backplane Specifications Rear LED Indicators Rear LED Hard Drive Activity Failure LED SAS #0 SAS #1 SAS #2 SAS #3 D102 D107 SAS #4 SAS #5 SAS #6 SAS #7 D104 D108 SAS #8 SAS #9 SAS #10 SAS #11 D106 D109...

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