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BPN-SAS3-217HD Backplane User’s Guide 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.
Chapter 1 BPN-SAS3-217HD Safety Guidelines ESD Safety Guidelines ................... 1-1 General Safety Guidelines ................1-1 An Important Note to Users ................1-2 Introduction to the BPN-SAS3-217HD Backplane .......... 1-2 Chapter 2 Connectors, Jumpers and LEDs Front Connectors .................... 2-1 2-2 Front Jumpers and Pin Definitions..............
Preface 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.
• Disconnect the power cable before installing or removing any cables from the BPN-SAS3-217HD backplane. • Make sure that the BPN-SAS3-217HD backplane is securely and properly installed on the motherboard to prevent damage to the system due to power shortage.
Introduction to the BPN-SAS3-217HD Backplane The BPN-SAS3-217HD backplane has been designed to utilize the most up-to-date technology available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality performance. This manual reflects BPN-SAS3-217HD Revision 1.00, the most current release available at the time of publication.
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BPN-SAS3-217HD Backplane User's Guide 1. - 4. Power Supply Connectors These connectors, designated JPW1, JPW2, JPW3, and JPW4 supply power to the two motherboard nodes in the chassis. 5. - 8. Chassis Fan Connectors These connectors, designated JP54, JP55, JP56 and JP57 supply power to the chassis.
Chapter 2: Connectors, Jumpers and LEDs SAS/SATA Ports The BPN-SAS3-217HD backplane is designed with two separate nodes that support two motherboards independently of each other. The SAS ports are used to connect the drives. The twenty-four ports are designated A0-11 and B0-11. Each port is also compatible with SATA drives.
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BPN-SAS3-217HD Backplane User's Guide Disclaimer (cont.) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life sup- port systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to per- form be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
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