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Supermicro SC216BAC-R920LPB User Manual

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SC216 CHASSIS Series
SC216BE1C-R920LPB
SC216BE2C-R920LPB
SC216BE16-R1K28LPB
SC216E16-R1200LPB
SC216E16-R1010LPB
SC216BE16-R920LPB
SC216BE-R1K28LPB
SC216E26-R1200LPB
SC216BE26-R920LPB
SC216BE26-R920UB
SC216BA-R1K28LPB
SC216BA-R920LPB
SC216A-R900LPB
SC216E1-R900LPB*
SC216E2-R900LPB*
USER'S MANUAL
UPER
SC216BAC-R920LPB
1.0d
SC216BE1C-R920WB
SC216BE2C-R920WB
SC216BE16-R1K28WB
SC216E16-R1200UB
SC216BE16-R920WB
SC216BE16-R920UB
SC216BE-R1K28WB
SC216E26-R1200UB
SC216BE26-R920WB
SC216BA-R1K28WB
SC216BA-R920WB
SC216BA-R920UB
SC216A-R900UB
SC216E1-R900UB*
SC216E2-R900UB*
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  • Page 1 UPER ® SC216 CHASSIS Series SC216BAC-R920LPB SC216BE1C-R920LPB SC216BE1C-R920WB SC216BE2C-R920LPB SC216BE2C-R920WB SC216BE16-R1K28LPB SC216BE16-R1K28WB SC216E16-R1200LPB SC216E16-R1200UB SC216E16-R1010LPB SC216BE16-R920WB SC216BE16-R920LPB SC216BE16-R920UB SC216BE-R1K28LPB SC216BE-R1K28WB SC216E26-R1200LPB SC216E26-R1200UB SC216BE26-R920LPB SC216BE26-R920WB SC216BE26-R920UB SC216BA-R1K28WB SC216BA-R1K28LPB SC216BA-R920WB SC216BA-R920LPB SC216BA-R920UB SC216A-R900LPB SC216A-R900UB SC216E1-R900LPB* SC216E1-R900UB* SC216E2-R900LPB* SC216E2-R900UB* USER’S MANUAL 1.0d...
  • Page 2 This product, including software and documentation, is the property of Supermicro and/or its licensors, and is supplied only under a license. Any use or reproduction of this product is not allowed, except as expressly permitted by the terms of said license.

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    This document lists compatible parts and configurations available when this docu- ment was published. Always refer to the our Web site for updates on supported parts and configurations at www.supermicro.com. Models marked with and asterisk (*) on the front cover have been designated End...
  • Page 4 Appendices This section lists compatible cables, power supply specifications, and compatible backplanes. Not all compatible backplanes may be listed. Refer to our Web site for the latest compatible backplane information at http://www.supermicro.com...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Contacting Supermicro ..................1-3 Returning Merchandise for Service..............1-4 Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements ............2-1 Warning Definition ................... 2-1 Installation Instructions ..................2-4 Circuit Breaker ....................2-5 Power Disconnection Warning ................
  • Page 6 SC216 Chassis Manual Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Overview ......................5-1 Removing the Power Cord ................5-1 Removing the Chassis Cover ................. 5-2 Installing Hard Drives ..................5-3 Installing the Rear 2.5" Hard Drive - SC216B Only........5-5 Installing the Motherboard ................5-7 I/O Shield ......................
  • Page 7 Preface Rack Mounting Instructions ................6-4 Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails ............6-4 Locking Tabs ....................6-5 Releasing the Inner Rail ................. 6-5 Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis ............6-6 Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack ............6-7 Standard Chassis Installation .................
  • Page 8 SC216 Chassis Manual Dual Port and Cascading Configurations D-11 Single and Dual Port Expanders..............D-11 Single Ports ....................D-11 Dual Ports .....................D-11 D-12 Failover ......................D-12 Single Host Bus Adapter ................D-12 Single Host Bus Adapter Failover ..............D-12 Dual Host Bus Adapter ................D-12 Dual Host Bus Adapter Failover..............D-12 D-13 Chassis Power Card and Support Cables ............D-13 Chassis Power Card ..................D-13 Connectioning an Internal Host Bus Adapter to the Backplane ....D-14...
  • Page 9 Preface Dual Port and Cascading Configurations Single and Dual Port Expanders..............E-11 Single Ports ....................E-11 Dual Ports ..................... E-11 E-10 Failover ......................E-12 Single Host Bus Adapter ................E-12 Single Host Bus Adapter Failover ..............E-12 E-11 Failover with RAID Cards and Multiple HBAs ..........E-13 Dual Host Bus Adapter ................E-13 Dual Host Bus Adapter Failover..............E-13 E-12 Chassis Power Card and Support Cables ............E-14...
  • Page 10 SC216 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction

    The maximum capacity supported by each of these drives is 2TB. The SC216E1 and SC216E2 models do not support JBOD configurations. Note: A complete list of safety warnings is provided on the Supermicro web site at www.supermicro.com. Power...
  • Page 12 SC216 Chassis Manual Power Model Backplane Slots Supply SC216E16- SAS2- 4x FH, 1200W 24x 2.5” SAS/SATA R1200UB 216EL1 3x LP (Gold Level) SC216E16- SAS2- 24x 2.5” SAS/SATA 7x LP 1010W DC R1010LPB 216EL1 SC216BE16- 24x 2.5” SAS/SATA SAS2- 920W 7x LP R920LPB plus 2x2.5"...
  • Page 13 Chapter 1: Introduction Power Model Backplane Slots Supply SC216E1- SAS- 24x 2.5” SAS/SATA 7x LP 900W R900LPB** 216EL1 SC216E1- SAS- 4x FH, 24x 2.5” SAS/SATA 900W R900UB** 216EL1 3x LP SC216E2- SAS- 24x 2.5” SAS/SATA 7x LP 900W R900LPB** 216EL2 SC216E2- SAS- 4x FH,...

  • Page 14: Contacting Supermicro

    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...

  • Page 15: Returning Merchandise For Service

    For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online (http://www.super- micro.com/support/rma/). Whenever possible, repack the chassis in the original Supermicro carton, using the original packaging material. If these are no longer available, be sure to pack the chassis securely, using packaging material to surround the chassis so that it does not shift within the carton and become damaged during shipping.
  • Page 16 SC216 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems

    Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis. These warnings may also be found on our web site at http://www.supermicro.com/ about/policies/safety_information.cfm. Warning Definition Warning! This warning symbol means danger.
  • Page 18 SC216 Chassis 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 19 Chapter 2: Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫جسذٌة‬ ‫اصابة‬ ً‫تتسبب ف‬ ‫حالة ٌوكي أى‬ ً‫اًك ف‬ ‫خطز‬ ًٌ‫ٌع‬ ‫هذا الزهز‬ !‫تحذٌز‬ ‫الذوائز‬ ‫بالوخاطز الٌاجوة عي‬ ‫ي على علن‬ ، ‫ك‬ ‫هعذات‬ ‫تعول على أي‬ ‫قبل أى‬ ‫الكهزبائٍة‬ ‫حىادث‬ ‫أي‬ ‫وقىع‬ ‫وٌع‬...

  • Page 20: Installation Instructions

    SC216 Chassis 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 21: 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 22: Power Disconnection Warning

    SC216 Chassis 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 23 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 24: Equipment Installation

    SC216 Chassis 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 25: 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 26: Battery Handling

    SC216 Chassis 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 ‫محظورة‬...
  • Page 27 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 28: Redundant Power Supplies

    SC216 Chassis 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 29: 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 30: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    SC216 Chassis 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 31: 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 32: Hot Swap Fan Warning

    SC216 Chassis 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 33 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 34: Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    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. 電源コードとACアダプター 製品を設置する場合、 提供または指定された接続ケーブル、 電源コードとACアダプター...
  • Page 35 Appareils électroménagers et de loi sur la sécurité Matériel interdit l'utilisation de UL ou CSA câbles certifiés qui ont UL ou CSA indiqué sur le code pour tous les autres appareils électriques que les produits désignés par Supermicro seulement.
  • Page 36 SC216 Chassis Manual Notes 2-20...

  • Page 37: Chapter 3 Chassis Components

    For more information, see the installation instructions detailed later in this manual. Components For the latest shipping lists, visit our Web site at: http://www.supermicro.com. Drives The chassis includes hard disk drive bays, which support twenty-four 2.5" hard drives. The hard drives must be purchased separately.

  • Page 38: Power Supply

    Supermicro authorized distributors, system integrators and resellers. A list of Supermicro authorized distributors, system integrators and resell- ers can be found at: http://www.supermicro.com. Click the Where to Buy link.

  • Page 39: Chapter 4 System Interface

    Chapter 4: System Interface Chapter 4 System Interface Overview Several buttons and LEDs indicate the status of the system. The control panel on the front edge of the chassis includes power buttons and status LEDs. There are also LEDs on the drive carriers the indicate the status of the drive. This chapter explains the LED indicators and responses.

  • Page 40: Control Panel Buttons

    SC216 Chassis Manual Control Panel Buttons There are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis. These are a power on/off button and a reset button. Power: The main power switch is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to the server system.
  • Page 41 Chapter 4: System Interface NIC2: Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when flashing. NIC1: Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing. Power Failure: When this LED flashes, it indicates a power failure in the power supply. Information LED: Alerts operator of several states, as noted in the table below. Informational LED Status Description...

  • Page 42: Drive Carrier Leds

    SC216 Chassis Manual Drive Carrier LEDs The SC216 chassis supports SAS/SATA drives. SAS/SATA Drives Each SAS/SATA drive carrier has two LEDs. • Green or Blue: Each hard disk drive carrier has either a green or a blue LED, depending upon the hard disk drives and backplane used. When illuminated, this LED indicates drive activity.

  • Page 43: 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 required is a Phillips screwdriver. Review the warnings and precautions listed in the manual before setting up or servicing this chassis.

  • Page 44: Removing The Chassis Cover

    SC216 Chassis Manual Removing the Chassis Cover Remove this screw (if necessary) Release Tab Figure 5-1. Removing the Chassis Cover Removing the Chassis Cover 1. Press the release tabs to remove the cover from the locked position. Press both tabs at the same time. 2.

  • Page 45: Installing Hard Drives

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installing Hard Drives Figure 5-2. Removing Hard Drive The SC216 comes equipped with twenty-four hot-swappable hard drives which can be removed without powering down the system. Only enterprise level SAS or SATA HDDs are recommended. Removing Hard Drive Carriers from the Chassis 1.
  • Page 46 SC216 Chassis Manual Figure 5-3. Hard Drive Carrier Installing a Hard Drive into a Drive Carrier 1. Insert a drive into the carrier with the PCB side facing down and the connec- tor end toward the rear of the carrier. 2.

  • Page 47: Installing The Rear 2.5" Hard Drive--Sc216B Only

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installing the Rear 2.5" Hard Drive--SC216B Only The SC216B model chassis supports an optional hard drive cage for two additional 2.5" hot-swappable hard drives. The hard drive cage installs in the rear of the chas- sis next to the power supply.
  • Page 48 SC216 Chassis Manual Figure 5-6. Securing the Rear 2.5" Hard Drive Cage to the Chassis 3. Place the hard drive cage into the chassis. Secure the front of the hard drive cage to the chassis by fastening one screw inside the opening of the hard drive cage as illustrated.

  • Page 49: Installing The Motherboard

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance I/O Shield Figure 5-7. I/O Shield Placement Installing the Motherboard I/O Shield The I/O shield holds the motherboard ports in place. Install the I/O shield before installing the motherboard. If the motherboard you purchased did not include a standard I/O shield, contact the motherboard vendor for a compatible shield.

  • Page 50: Permanent And Optional Standoffs

    SC216 Chassis Manual Permanent and Optional Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by creating space between the motherboard and the chassis surface. The SC216 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations used by most motherboards. These standoffs accept the rounded Phillips head screws included in the accessories package.

  • Page 51: Motherboard Installation

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Motherboard Installation Installing the Motherboard 1. Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar with component placement, requirements, precautions, and cable connec- tions. 2. Power down the system as described in Section 5-2 and open the chassis cover.

  • Page 52: Installing The Expansion Cards

    For the W models such as SC216BE1C-R920WB, and the U models such as SC216E16-R1200UB the chassis slots are horizontal. The U models allow a Supermicro universal I/O (UIO) card in addition to expansion cards.
  • Page 53 Expansion Cards for a W or U Model Chassis The W or U model chassis accomodates expansion cards using riser cards. If your motherboard supports a Supermicro universal I/O (UIO) card, the U model chassis supports an additional three full-height expansion cards and three low profile expan- sion cards.
  • Page 54 SC216 Chassis Manual Installing an Expansion Card for a W or U Model Chassis 1. If this is the first expansion card, start by locating the riser card bracket in your chassis accessory bag, and one or two riser cards, which are purchased separately.
  • Page 55 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Shield Clamp for Full-Height Card This U model chassis is Shield Clamp for Low Profile Card pictured without the riser card bracket. Figure 5-12. Remove an Expansion Card Slot Shield 5. For a full-height extension card, release the clamp that secures all four PCI shields.

  • Page 56: Installing The Air Shrouds

    SC216 Chassis Manual Installing the Air Shrouds Figure 5-13. Installing the Air Shroud Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. They do not require screws for installation. Installing the Air Shrouds in the Chassis Installing the Air Shrouds 1. Power down the system as described in Section 5-2 and open the chassis cover.

  • Page 57: Installing The Additional Air Shroud

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-14. Installing the Additional Air Shroud An additional air shroud is required for high-powered CPUs, to provide extra cooling. Install the additional air shroud if necessary. Installing the Additional Air Shroud Installing the Additional Air Shroud in the Chassis 1.

  • Page 58: Checking The Airflow

    SC216 Chassis Manual 5-8 Checking the Airflow Checking the Server's Airflow 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 filter is replaced periodically.

  • Page 59: System Fans

    Chapter 5: 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. The SC216 fans are hot-swappable, enabling the fans to be replaced without powering -down the system.
  • Page 60 SC216 Chassis Manual Figure 5-16. Placing the System Fan 5-18...

  • Page 61: Power Supply

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-10 Power Supply The SC216 chassis has two redundant power supplies. The power modules are hot-swappable, enabling the power supplies to be changed without powering down the system. These power supplies are auto-switching capable. This enables the power supply to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage.
  • Page 62 SC216 Chassis Manual 4. Replace the failed power module with the same model power supply. 5. Push the new power supply module into the power bay until the tab clicks into the locked position. 6. Plug the AC power cord back into the module and the replacment power mod- ule will automatically power-up.

  • Page 63: Power Distributor

    Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-18. Replacing the Power Distributor Power Distributor The power distributor provides failover and power supply redundancy, and is pre-installed in the chassis. In the rare event that you have to replace the power distributor, follow the steps below.

  • Page 64: Removing The Backplane

    SC216 Chassis Manual 5-11 Removing the Backplane The SC216 chassis backplane is located behind the hard drives and in front of the front system fans. In order to change jumper settings on the backplane, it may be necessary to remove the backplane from the chassis. Removing the Backplane from the Chassis 1.
  • Page 65 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5. Loosen the three screws in the spring bar, located on the floor of the chassis, indicated by the arrows below. Figure 5-20. Loosening the Spring Bar Screws in the Floor of the Chassis 6.

  • Page 66: Installing The Backplane

    SC216 Chassis Manual 5-12 Installing the Backplane Installing the Backplane into the Chassis 1. Power down the system as described in Section 5-2 and open the chassis cover. 2. Ensure that all of the hard drive carriers have been removed from the bays in the front of the chassis and that the spring bar has been loosened as directed in the previous section.
  • Page 67 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Notes 5-25...

  • Page 68: Chapter 6 Rack Installation

    Chapter 6: Rack Installation Chapter 6 Rack Installation Overview This chapter provides a quick setup to get your chassis up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational 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

    SC216 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

    SC216 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: Locking Tabs

    Chapter 6: Rack Installation Locking Tabs Each inner rail has a locking tab. This tab locks the chassis into place when installed and pushed fully into the rack. These tabs also lock the chassis in place when fully extended from the rack. This prevents the server from coming completely out of the rack when when the chassis is pulled out for servicing.

  • Page 73: Installing The Inner Rails On The Chassis

    SC216 Chassis Manual Inner Rails Figure 6-3. Installing the Inner Rails Figure 6-4. Inner Rails Installed on the Chassis (The chassis above are an example only. Actual chassis may differ slightly) Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis Installing the Inner Rails 1.

  • Page 74: Installing The Outer Rails On The Rack

    Chapter 6: Rack Installation L-min=676.00(26.61")(outer rail) 21D01 Figure 6-5. Extending and Releasing the Outer Rails Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack Installing the Outer Rails 1. Press upward on the locking tab at the rear end of the middle rail. 2.

  • Page 75: Standard Chassis Installation

    SC216 Chassis Manual Ball-Bearing Shuttle Figure 6-6. Installing into a Rack Note: Figures are for illustrative purposes only. Always install servers into racks from the bottom up. Standard Chassis Installation Installing the Chassis into a Rack 1. Confirm that the inner rails are properly installed on the chassis. 2.

  • Page 76: Optional Quick Installation Method

    Chapter 6: Rack Installation Optional Quick Installation Method The following quick installation method may be used to install the chassis onto a rack. Installing the Chassis into a Rack 1. Install the whole rail assembly onto the rack as described on page 6-7. 2.
  • Page 77 SC216 Chassis Manual Notes 6-10...

  • Page 78: Appendix A Sc216 Chassis Cables

    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. A-2 Cables Included with SC216 Chassis SC216A-R900UB, SC216A-R900LPB...
  • Page 79 SC216 Chassis Manual A-3 Compatible Cables These cables are compatible with the SC216 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 80 Appendix A Chassis Cables Extending Power Cables Although Supermicro chassis are designed 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 81 SC216 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 82: Appendix B Sc216 Power Supply Specifications

    Appendix B Power Supply Specifications Appendix B SC216 Power Supply Specifications This appendix lists power supply specifications for the SC216 chassis. 920 Models, such as SC216BAC-R920LPB 920W MFR Part # PWS-920P-SQ with PDB AC Input 100-240 V, 4.5-11 Amp, 50-60 Hz DC Output +12V 75 Amp...
  • Page 83 SC216 Chassis Manual 1200 Models, such as SC216E16-R1200LPB 1200W MFR Part # PWS-1K21P-1R with PDB 100 - 140V, 50 - 60Hz, 8 - 11.5 Amp AC Input 180 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, 5.5 - 8 Amp 1000W, 83 Amp @ 100-140V DC Output +12V 1200W, 100 Amp @ 180-240V +5 Standby 4 Amp...

  • Page 84: Appendix C Sas-216A Backplane Specifications

    Appendix C SAS-216A Backplane Specifications Appendix C SAS-216A 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 85: A Note To Users

    This manual reflects SAS-216A Revision 1.02, 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 configurations.

  • Page 86: Front Connector Locations

    Appendix C SAS-216A Backplane Specifications C-5 Front Connector Locations C280 R432 SAS IN#6 SAS IN#4 C250 SAS IN#3 SAS IN#2 JSM6 SAS IN#5 R430 C246 C249 R431 R287 BAR CODE C247 JP116 I2C#5 R273 R268 JP95 SAS216A I2C#4 R267 I2C#2 R280 JP36 REV: 1.02...

  • Page 87: Front Connectors And Pin Definitions

    SC216 Chassis Manual C-6 Front Connectors and Pin Definitions 1. Upgrade Connectors The upgrade connectors are designated JP69, JP78 and JP115 are used for manufacturer's diagnostic purposes only. 2. - 7. I C Connectors C Connector Pin Definitions The I C Connectors, designated JP37, JP95, Pin# Definition JP52, JP96, JP115 and JP116 are used to Data...

  • Page 88: Front Jumpers

    Appendix C SAS-216A Backplane Specifications C-7 Front Jumpers C280 R432 SAS IN#6 SAS IN#4 C250 SAS IN#3 SAS IN#2 JSM6 SAS IN#5 R430 C246 C249 R431 R287 BAR CODE C247 JP116 I2C#5 R273 R268 JP95 SAS216A I2C#4 R267 I2C#2 R280 JP36 REV: 1.02 C139...

  • Page 89: I 2 C And Sgpio Modes And Jumper Settings

    SC216 Chassis Manual 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 90: Front Led Indicators

    Appendix C SAS-216A Backplane Specifications Front LED Indicators C220 D4:ALARM#2 JP10 D9:ALARM#3 D3:ALARM#1 C280 R432 SAS IN#6 SAS IN#4 C250 SAS IN#3 SAS IN#2 JSM6 SAS IN#5 R430 C246 C249 R431 R287 BAR CODE C247 JP116 JP95 I2C#5 R273 R268 SAS216A I2C#4 I2C#2...

  • Page 91: Rear Components, Connectors And Led Indicators

    SC216 Chassis Manual C-8 Rear Components, Connectors and LED Indicators C100 C102 C107 R165 R164 R178 R173 R465 R466 R463 R459 R457 R213 R250 R464 R460 R214 R251 R253 R180 R175 R435 R428 R149 R150 R512 D108 R461 R174 R215 D109 R467 R468...
  • Page 92 Appendix C SAS-216A 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...
  • Page 93 SC216 Chassis Manual Notes C-10...

  • Page 94: Appendix D Sas-216El Backplane Specifications

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-1 Overview of the SAS-216EL1/EL2 Backplanes The SAS-216EL1/EL2 series of backplanes consists of a SAS-216EB backplane (A) with one or two SAS-216EL daughter cards (B and C) mounted on the rear of the backplane.

  • Page 95: Esd Safety Guidelines

    This manual reflects SAS-216EL Revision 1.01, the most current release available at the time of publication. Always refer to the Supermicro Web site at www.super- micro.com for the latest updates, compatible parts and supported configurations.

  • Page 96: Rear Components And Connectors

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-6 Rear Components and Connectors C146 REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SCOKET1 BUZZER_ENB1 FAN1 BUZZER1 EC25 BC41 BC47 BC37 BC34 BC19 BC88 BC89 BC38 BC23 BC21 BC17 BC66 BC69 BC45 BC71 BC75 BC73 BC52 BC61 BC59 BC56 BC57 BC43 BC29 BC27 BC25 BC15...

  • Page 97: Rear Connectors And Pin Definitions

    SC213 Chassis Manaual D-7 Rear Connectors and Pin Definitions 1. Primary Flash Chips The primary flash chip enhances the back- plane memory. 2. Expander Chips This expander chip allows the backplane to support dual ports, cascading, and failover. 3. - 5. SAS Ports The primary and secondary sets of SAS ports provide expander features including cascading and failover From right to left the ports are Primary 1, 2, 3 and Second-...

  • Page 98: Rear Jumper Locations And Pin Definitions

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-8 Rear Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions BUZZER_ENB1 REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SCOKET1 C146 BUZZER_ENB1 REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_ SOCKET1 C240 C240 C249 C249 C243 C243 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C246 C248 C247 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C246 C248 REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_SCOKET1 C146 BUZZER_ENB1 FAN1 BUZZER1 C253 C253 C244...
  • Page 99 SC213 Chassis Manaual General Jumper Settings Jumper Jumper Settings Note PRI_MODE1 Factory setting do not change Open: Disable BUZZER_ENB1 Buzzer enable* Closed: Enable Socket Settings Socket Socket Setting Note REMOTE_FAN_FAIL_ Front panel fan fail indicator Connected SOCKET1 (optional) Front Panel LEDs State Specification Backplane power failure.

  • Page 100: Front Connectors And Led Indicators

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-9 Front Connectors and LED Indicators BPN-SAS216EB Rev:1.01 BAR CODE DESIGNED IN USA C145 C107 C102 C128 C105 C122 C108 C106 C101 C130 C109 C111 C103 C110 C126 C100 C112 C104 MH12 MH11 MH10 ACT3 FAIL8 ACT8 FAIL2...
  • Page 101 SC213 Chassis Manaual Front LED Indicators Front LED Hard Drive Activity Failure LED SAS #J0 ACT #1 FAIL #1 SAS #J1 ACT #2 FAIL #2 SAS #J2 ACT #3 FAIL #3 SAS #J3 ACT #4 FAIL #4 SAS #J4 ACT #5 FAIL #5 SAS #J5 ACT #6...

  • Page 102: Front Connectors And Jumpers

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-10 Front Connectors and Jumpers Front Components 1. Power Connectors: PWR1, PWR2, PWR3, PWR4, PWR5, and PWR6.

  • Page 103: Single And Dual Port Expanders

    SC213 Chassis Manaual Dual Port and Cascading Configurations D-11 Single and Dual Port Expanders Single Ports SAS-216EL1 backplanes have a single-port expander on the daughter card, that accesses all twenty-four drives and supports cascading. From HBA or higher backplane Port A Primary Ports Expander 1 C243 C240 C249...

  • Page 104: Failover

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-12 Failover The SAS-216EL2 backplane has two expanders which allow effective failover and recovery. SAS HBA Single Host Bus Adapter In a single host bus configuration, the backplane connects to one host bus C243 C241 C252 C245 C251...

  • Page 105: Chassis Power Card

    In a cascaded configuration, the first chassis includes a motherboard and at least one HBA. Other servers in this enclosed system, include a power card. This section describes the supported power card for the SAS-216 series backplane. For more information, see the Supermicro Web site at http://www.supermicro. com. JBPWR2 REV 1.00...
  • Page 106 Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Connectioning an Internal Host Bus Adapter to the Backplane The following section lists the most common cables used to connect the HBA to the backplane. C240 C243 C249 C240 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C246 C248 C247 C243...
  • Page 107 SC213 Chassis Manaual 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-pin) at each end.

  • Page 108: Single Host Bus Adapter

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Connecting an External Host Bus Adapter to the Backplane This backplane supports external host bus adapters. In this configuration, the HBA and the backplane are in different physical chassis. This allows a JBOD (Just a Bunch Of Drives) configuration from an existing system.

  • Page 109: Supported External Hba To Backplane Cable

    SC213 Chassis Manaual Supported External HBA to Backplane Cable Use the following cable if your external HBA has an InfiniBand connector. Figure D-15. SAS InfiniBand Cable (CBL-0200L) Cable Name: SAS InfiniBand to Mini SAS X4 1M cable, PBF Part #: CBL-0200L Length: 1 meter Description: This cable has an InfiniBand connector (SFF-8470) on one end and an SFF-8088-1X (26-pin) at the other end.

  • Page 110: Connecting Multiple Backplanes In A Single Channel Environment

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications 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 (Internal cable) C240 C249...

  • Page 111: Single Hba Configuration Cables

    SC213 Chassis Manaual Single HBA Configuration Cables Single Port Cable Assembly Figure D-17. 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.

  • Page 112: Connecting Multiple Backplanes In A Dual Channel Environment

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications 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. C240 C249 C243 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C246...

  • Page 113: Dual Hba Configuration Cables

    SC213 Chassis Manaual Dual HBA Configuration Cables Dual Port Cable Assembly Figure D-20. Dual Port Internal Cable (CBL-0168L) Cable Name: SAS Dual-port Cable Assembly, 68/76 cm Part #: CBL-0168L Placement: Internal cable Ports: Dual Description: Internal cascading cable. Connects the backplane to the HBA or exter- nal port.

  • Page 114: Supported Cascading Configurations

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications D-14 Supported Cascading Configurations Cascading allows the system to access data at a faster rate by allowing several backplanes to share resources to reduce latency time. The first backplane in a cascaded system requires a motherboard and HBA. Other servers require a power control card with no motherboard and no HBA.

  • Page 115: Server System With Single Sas Hba

    SC213 Chassis Manaual Server System with Single SAS HBA The expanders allow horizontal branching. This configuration also applies to dual ports. C243 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C240 C249 C246 C248 C247 C243 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C240 C249 C246 C248 C247...

  • Page 116: Dual Sas Hba And Cascaded Configuration

    Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specifications Dual SAS HBA and Cascaded Configuration C240 C249 C240 C249 C243 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C246 C248 C247 C243 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C246 C248 C247 C253 C253 C244 C242 C244 C242 PRI_EXP1 PRI_EXP1 PRI_J1 PRI_J1 PRI_J2 PRI_J2 C178 R112 C178...

  • Page 117: Dual Sas Hba And Cascaded Configuration With Branching

    SC213 Chassis Manaual Dual SAS HBA and Cascaded Configuration with Branching C240 C243 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C249 C246 C248 C247 C240 C249 C243 C241 C252 C245 C251 C250 C246 C248 C247 C242 C253 C244 C253 C242 C244 PRI_EXP1 PRI_EXP1 PRI_J1 PRI_J1 C178 R112 PRI_J2 C178 R112 PRI_J2...

  • Page 118: Appendix E Sas2-216El1/El2 Backplane Specifications

    Appendix E SAS2-216EL1/EL2 Backplane Specifications Appendix E SAS2-216EL1/EL2 Backplane Specifications Overview of the SAS2-216EL1/EL2 Backplanes The SAS2-216EL1/EL2 model backplanes consists of a SAS2-216EB backplane (A) with one or two SAS2-216EL daughter cards (B and C) mounted on the rear of the backplane. The SAS2-216EL1 model consists of the SAS2-216EB backplane (A) and one SAS2-216EL daughter card (B), mounted on the right-hand side of the backplane.

  • Page 119: Esd Safety Guidelines

    SC216 Chassis Manual ESD Safety Guidelines Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent damage to your system, it is important to handle the backplane very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. •...

  • Page 120: Introduction To The Sas2-216El1/El2 Backplane

    This manual also describes the SAS2-216EL daughter card, Revision 1.02, 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 sup-...

  • Page 121: Connectors

    UPER UPER R R R R R R R R R R UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES DESIGNER: Ben/Minh TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. www.supermicro.com DECIMAL ANGLE DATE: 2009.12.03 REV: 1.02 MACH FINISH SAN JOSE,CA 95131 PROJECT NAME: BPN-SAS2-216EB .010...

  • Page 122: Front Connector And Pin Definitions

    Appendix E SAS2-216EL1/EL2 Backplane Specifications E-6 Front Connector and Pin Definitions 1. Flash Chips The flash chip enhances the backplane memory. 2. Expander Chips This expander chip allows the backplane to support dual ports, cascading, and failover. 3. - 5. SAS Ports The primary and secondary sets of SAS ports provide expander features including cascading and failover.

  • Page 123: Jumper Locations And Settings

    UPER R R R R R R R R R R UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS U326 ARE IN INCHES DESIGNER: Ben/Minh TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. www.supermicro.com DECIMAL ANGLE DATE: 2009.12.03 REV: 1.02 MACH FINISH SAN JOSE,CA 95131 PROJECT NAME: BPN-SAS2-216EB .010...
  • Page 124 Appendix E SAS2-216EL1/EL2 Backplane Specifications General Jumper Settings Jumper Jumper Settings Note PRI_MODE1 Pins 2-3 Factory setting, do not change PRI_MODE2 Pins 2-3 Factory setting do not change Open: Enable (Default) Enables / disables the fan speed REMOTE_FAN_FAIL1 Closed: Disable reporting.
  • Page 125 R R R R R R R R R R UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES DESIGNER: Ben/Minh TOLERANCES Figure E-3: Rear LEDs DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. DECIMAL ANGLE www.supermicro.com DATE: 2009.12.03 REV: 1.02 MACH FINISH SAN JOSE,CA 95131...

  • Page 126: Front Connectors And Led Indicators

    UPER R R R R R R R R R R UNLESS OTHERWISE PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES DESIGNER: Ben/Minh TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. DECIMAL ANGLE www.supermicro.com DATE: 2009.12.03 REV: 1.02 MACH FINISH SAN JOSE,CA 95131 PROJECT NAME: BPN-SAS2-216EB .010...
  • Page 127 SC216 Chassis Manual Front LED Indicators Front LED Hard Drive Activity Failure LED SAS #J0 ACT #0 FAIL #0 SAS #J1 ACT #1 FAIL #1 SAS #J2 ACT #2 FAIL #2 SAS #J3 ACT #3 FAIL #3 SAS #J4 ACT #4 FAIL #4 SAS #J5 ACT #5...

  • Page 128: Dual Port And Cascading Configurations

    R R R R R R R R R R UNLESS OTHERWISE PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS or higher ARE IN INCHES DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. www.supermicro.com DECIMAL ANGLE DATE: 12/03/2009 REV: 1.02 MACH FINISH SAN JOSE,CA 95131...

  • Page 129: Failover

    UPER R R R R R R R R R R UNLESS OTHERWISE ARE IN INCHES PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. TOLERANCES DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max www.supermicro.com DECIMAL ANGLE TOLERANCES DATE: 12/03/2009 REV: 1.02...

  • Page 130: Failover With Raid Cards And Multiple Hbas

    R R R R R R R R R R UNLESS OTHERWISE ARE IN INCHES PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max ARE IN INCHES TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. DECIMAL ANGLE DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max www.supermicro.com DATE: 12/03/2009 REV: 1.02 DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A.

  • Page 131: Chassis Power Card And Support Cables

    Host Bus Adapter. Other servers in this enclosed system must be equipped with a power card. This section describes the supported power card for the SAS2- 216EL series backplane. For more information, see the Supermicro Web site at http://www.supermicro. com. FAN4...

  • Page 132: Connecting An Internal Hba To The Backplane

    UNLESS OTHERWISE PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES ARE IN INCHES DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. DECIMAL ANGLE www.supermicro.com REV: DECIMAL ANGLE DATE: 12/03/2009 1.02 www.supermicro.com...
  • Page 133 SC216 Chassis Manual 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-pin) at each end.

  • Page 134: Connecting An External Hba To The Backplane

    UPER R R R R R R R R R R UNLESS OTHERWISE PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. DECIMAL ANGLE www.supermicro.com DATE: 12/03/2009 REV: 1.02 MACH FINISH SAN JOSE,CA 95131 PROJECT NAME: BPN-SAS2-216EL .010...

  • Page 135: Supported External Hba To Backplane Cable

    SC216 Chassis Manual Supported External HBA to Backplane Cable Use the following cable if your external HBA has an InfiniBand connector. Figure E-16. SAS InfiniBand Cable (CBL-0200L) Cable Name: SAS InfiniBand to Mini-SAS X4 1M cable, PBF Part #: CBL-0200L Length: 1 meter Description: This cable has an InfiniBand connector (SFF-8470) on one end and an SFF-8088-1X (26-pin) connector at the other end.

  • Page 136: Connecting Multiple Backplanes In A Single Channel Environment

    SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES Port B Expander 2 ARE IN INCHES Port A Expander 1 DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. DECIMAL ANGLE www.supermicro.com REV: DECIMAL ANGLE www.supermicro.com DATE: 12/03/2009 REV: 1.02...

  • Page 137: Single Hba Configuration Cables

    SC216 Chassis Manual Single HBA Configuration Cables Single Port Cable Assembly Figure E-18. 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.

  • Page 138: Connecting Multiple Backplanes In A Dual Channel Environment

    UPER UPER UPER UPER UPER UPER UPER UPER UPER R R R R R R R R R R UNLESS OTHERWISE DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. TOLERANCES PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS www.supermicro.com DECIMAL ANGLE DATE: 12/03/2009 REV: 1.02 ARE IN INCHES MACH FINISH...

  • Page 139: Dual Hba Configuration Cables

    SC216 Chassis Manual Dual HBA Configuration Cables Dual Port Cable Assembly Figure E-21. Dual Port Internal Cable (CBL-0168L) Cable Name: SAS Dual-port Cable Assembly, 68/76 cm Part #: CBL-0168L Placement: Internal cable Ports: Dual Description: Internal cascading cable. Connects the backplane to the host bus adapter or external port.

  • Page 140: Supported Cascading Configurations

    The first backplane in a cascaded system requires a motherboard and an HBA. Other servers require a power control card with no motherboard and no HBA. For more information, specific chassis manuals are available at www.supermicro.com. EXPDBG1 EXPDBG1 BPN-SAS2-216EL Rev:1.02...

  • Page 141: Server System With Single Sas Hba

    UPER UPER UPER UPER UPER UPER UPER UPER UNLESS OTHERWISE PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. TOLERANCES ARE IN INCHES www.supermicro.com DECIMAL ANGLE DATE: 12/03/2009 REV: 1.02 DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max TOLERANCES MACH FINISH DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A.

  • Page 142: Dual Sas Hba And Cascaded Configuration

    UNLESS OTHERWISE PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES ARE IN INCHES DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. TOLERANCES DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. DECIMAL ANGLE www.supermicro.com DECIMAL ANGLE www.supermicro.com DATE: 12/03/2009 REV: 1.02...

  • Page 143: Dual Sas Hba And Cascaded Configuration With Branching

    PRIMARY-SIDE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES ARE IN INCHES BPN-SAS2-216EL Rev:1.02 BPN-SAS2-216EL Rev:1.02 DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max TOLERANCES DESIGNER: Minh Hong/Max DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. TOLERANCES www.supermicro.com DECIMAL ANGLE DESIGNED BY SUPERMICRO U.S.A. DATE: 12/03/2009 REV: 1.02 www.supermicro.com REV: 1.02 DECIMAL...

  • Page 144: Appendix F Sas3-216A Backplane Specifications

    Appendix F SAS3-216A Backplane Specifications Appendix F SAS3-216A Backplane Specifications 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. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. •...

  • Page 145: Front Connectors

    SC216 Chassis Manual A Note to Users All images and layouts in this user's guide are based upon the latest PCB revision available at the time of publishing. The card you have received may not look exactly the same as the graphics in this manual. Front Connectors and Jumpers SAS IN#1 SAS IN#2...

  • Page 146: Front Connector And Pin Definitions

    Appendix F SAS3-216A Backplane Specifications F-5 Front Connector and Pin Definitions 1. Upgrade Connectors The upgrade connectors are used for manufac- turer diagnostic purposes only. 3. Backplane Main Power Connectors Backplane Main Power The 4-pin connectors, designated JP10, JP13, 4-Pin Connector JP46, JP48, JP109 and JP110 provide power Pin# Definition to the backplane.

  • Page 147: Rear Components, Connectors And Led Indicators

    SC216 Chassis Manual Rear Components, Connectors and LED Indicators R162 C322 FAIL#23 ACT#23 FAIL#0 FAIL#1 ACT#1 FAIL#2 ACT#2 FAIL#3 ACT#3 FAIL#4 ACT#4 FAIL#6 ACT#6 FAIL#7 ACT#7 FAIL#8 ACT#8 FAIL#11 ACT#11 FAIL#12 ACT#12 FAIL#13 ACT#13 FAIL#14 ACT#14 FAIL#16 ACT#16 FAIL#17 ACT#17 FAIL#18 ACT#18 FAIL#19...
  • Page 148 Appendix F SAS3-216A 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...
  • Page 149 SC216 Chassis Manual Notes...

  • Page 150: Appendix G Sas3-216El Backplane Specifications

    Appendix G SAS3-216EL Backplane Specifications Appendix G BPN-SAS3-216EL Backplane Specifications G-1 Overview of the SAS3-216EL1/EL2 Backplanes The BPN-SAS3-216EL1/EL2 model backplanes consists of a BPN-SAS3-216EB backplane (X) with one or two BPN-SAS3-216EL daughter cards (Y and Z) mounted on the rear of the backplane. The BPN-SAS3-216EL1 model consists of the BPN-SAS3-216EB backplane (X) and one BPN-SAS3-216EL primary daughter card (Y), mounted on the right-hand side of the backplane.
  • Page 151 SC216 Chassis Manaual G-2 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. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD. •...
  • Page 152 This manual also describes the BPN-SAS3-216EL daughter card, 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 configurations. G-6 Connectors and Daughter Cards...
  • Page 153 SC216 Chassis Manaual G-7 Front Connector and Pin Definitions 1. Flash Chips The flash chip enhances the backplane memory. 2. Expander Chips This expander chip allows the backplane to support dual ports, cascading, and failover. 3. UART Connector The UART connector is designated UART and J5.
  • Page 154 Appendix G SAS3-216EL Backplane Specifications G-8 Front Connectors and LED Indicators C411 C412 R179 R180 R181 R178 CR11 CR10 FAIL0 ACT0 FAIL1 ACT1 FAIL2 ACT2 FAIL3 ACT3 FAIL4 ACT4 FAIL5 ACT5 FAIL6 ACT6 FAIL7 ACT7 FAIL8 ACT8 FAIL9 ACT9 FAIL10 ACT10 FAIL11 ACT11...
  • Page 155 SC216 Chassis Manaual Front LED Indicators Front LED Hard Drive Activity Failure LED SAS #J0 ACT #0 FAIL #0 SAS #J1 ACT #1 FAIL #1 SAS #J2 ACT #2 FAIL #2 SAS #J3 ACT #3 FAIL #3 SAS #J4 ACT #4 FAIL #4 SAS #J5 ACT #5...
  • Page 156 Appendix G SAS3-216EL Backplane Specifications G-9 Single and Dual Port Expanders Single Ports BPN-SAS3-216EL1 model backplanes have a single-port expander on the daughter card that accesses all of the drives and supports cascading. Port A Primary Ports Expander 1 From HBA or Higher Backplane BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00...
  • Page 157 SC216 Chassis Manaual G-10 Failover The BPN-SAS3-216EL2 model backplane has two expanders which enable effec- tive failover and recovery. SAS HBA Single Host Bus Adapter In a single host bus configuration, the BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 WWN ADDRESS BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 backplane connects to one Host Bus WWN ADDRESS DESIGNED IN USA BAR CODE...
  • Page 158 Appendix G SAS3-216EL Backplane Specifications G-11 Failover with RAID Cards and Multiple HBAs The BPN-SAS3-216EL backplane may be configured for failover with multiple HBAs using either RAID controllers or HBAs to acheive failover protection. RAID Controllers: If RAID controllers are used, then the failover is accomplished through port failover on the same RAID card.
  • Page 159 (HBA). Other servers in this enclosed system must be equipped with a control card. This section describes the supported control card for the BPN-SAS3-216EL series backplane. For more information, see the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com. FAN4 FAN2...
  • Page 160 Appendix G SAS3-216EL Backplane Specifications Connecting an Internal HBA to the Backplane The following section lists the most common cables used to connect the HBA to the backplane. BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 WWN ADDRESS WWN ADDRESS DESIGNED IN USA BAR CODE DESIGNED IN USA BAR CODE C108...
  • Page 161 SC216 Chassis Manaual Cable Name: Internal iPass (Mini-SAS) to HD (Mini-SAS) Part #: CBL-SAST-0508-01 Length: 50 cm (19 inches) Part #: CBL-SAST-0507-01 Length: 80 cm (31 inches) Description: This cable has an iPass (SFF-8087/Mini-SAS) connector (36-pin) at one end and a Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) connector at the other end. It connects from the SAS2 HBA to the BPN-SAS3-216EL model backplane.
  • Page 162 Appendix G SAS3-216EL Backplane Specifications Connecting an External HBA to the Backplane This backplane supports external host bus adapters. In this configuration, the HBA and the backplane are in different physical chassis. This allows a JBOD (Just a Bunch Of Drives) configuration from an existing system. Single External Host Bus Adapter BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00...
  • Page 163 SC216 Chassis Manaual Connecting Multiple Backplanes in a Single Channel Environment This section describes the cables used when cascading from a single HBA. These connections use CBL-SAST-0531 internal cables and CBL-SAST-0573 external cables. CBL-SAST-0531 BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 WWN ADDRESS WWN ADDRESS (Internal Cable) DESIGNED IN USA...
  • Page 164 Appendix G SAS3-216EL Backplane Specifications Single HBA Configuration Cables Figure G-17 External Mini-SAS HD to External Mini-SAS HD Cable Cable Name: 1 Meter External Mini-SAS HD to External Mini-SAS HD Cable Part #: CBL-SAST-0573 Ports: Single Placement: External Cable Description: External cascading cable, connects ports between servers and JBODs. Figure G-18.
  • Page 165 SC216 Chassis Manaual Connecting Multiple Backplanes in a Dual Channel Environment This section describes the cables used when cascading from dual HBAs. These con- nections use CBL-SAST-0531 internal cables and CBL-SAST-0573 external cables. Port B Expander 2 Port A Expander 1 BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 WWN ADDRESS...
  • Page 166 The first backplane in a cascaded system requires a motherboard and an HBA. Other servers require a chassis control card with no motherboard and no HBA. For more information, specific chassis manuals are available at www.supermicro.com. BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00...
  • Page 167 SC216 Chassis Manaual Dual SAS HBA and Cascaded Configuration BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 BPN-SAS3-216EL REV:1.00 WWN ADDRESS WWN ADDRESS DESIGNED IN USA DESIGNED IN USA BAR CODE BAR CODE C108 C108 C162 C162 C191 C191 CT199 CT199 CS26 C176 CS26 C176 R185 R186 C121 R185 R186 C121 FAN1 FAN1 C111...
  • Page 168 Appendix G SAS3-216EL Backplane Specifications Notes G-19...
  • Page 169 SC216 Chassis Manaual 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 com- munication 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.

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