Supermicro SC213LTQ User manual

SC213L Chassis Series
SC213LTQ-R720LPB SC213LTQ-R720UB
USER’S MANUAL
1.0a
SUPER ®

SC213L Chassis Manual
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Manual Revision 1.0
Release Date: August 27, 2009
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Preface
Preface
This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It
provides information for the instaLation and use of the SC213L chassis. Installation
and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
Supermicro’s SC213L chassis features a unique design with redundant, 720W
high-efciency power supplies, eight 2.5" SAS/SATA hard drives and three system
fans.
This document lists compatible parts and congurations available when this docu-
ment was published. Always refer to our Web site for updates on supported parts
and congurations at http://www.supermicro.com

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Manual Organization
Chapter 1 Introduction
The introduction provides a list of the main components included with this chas-
sis and describes the primary features of the SC213L chassis. This chapter also
includes contact information.
Chapter 2 System Safety
Chapter 2 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 instaLing and servicing the SC213L chassis.
Chapter 3 System Interface
This chapter provides details on the system interface, which includes the functions
and information provided by the control panel LEDs on the chassis, and by other
LEDs located throughout the system.
Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance
Refer to this chapter for detailed information on the chassis. Follow the procedures
given in this chapter when installing, removing, or reconguring your chassis.
Chapter 5 Rack Installation
Refer to this chapter for detailed information on chassis rack installation. You should
follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing or reconguring
your chassis into a rack environment.
Appendix A
This section references cables, which are compatible with your SC213L system. Re-
fer to our Web site for additional information on cabling at www.supermicro.com.
Appendix B
This chapter lists supported power supply information for your SC213L system.
Refer to our Web site for additional details at www.supermicro.com.

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Appendix C
This section provides detailed information on the SAS-213LTQ backplane. Additional
information can by found on our Web site, at www.supermicro.com

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2 Shipping List.................................................................................................... 1-1
1-3 Contacting Supermicro.................................................................................... 1-2
1-4 Returning Merchandise for Service................................................................. 1-3
Chapter 2 System Safety
2-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 2-1
2-2 Warnings and Precautions .............................................................................. 2-1
2-3 Preparing for Setup......................................................................................... 2-1
2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions .......................................................................... 2-2
2-5 General Safety Precautions ............................................................................ 2-3
2-6 System Safety ................................................................................................. 2-3
Chapter 3 System Interface
3-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 3-1
3-2 Control Panel Buttons ..................................................................................... 3-2
3-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................ 3-2
3-4 Drive Carrier LEDs.......................................................................................... 3-4
Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance
4-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 4-1
4-2 Installation and General Maintenance ............................................................ 4-1
Installation Topics............................................................................................ 4-1
General Maintenance Topics........................................................................... 4-1
4-3 Removing the Chassis Cover ......................................................................... 4-2
4-4 Installing Hard Drives...................................................................................... 4-3
4-5 Installing the I/O Shield................................................................................... 4-5
I/O Shield ........................................................................................................ 4-5
4-6 Installing Chassis Standoffs............................................................................ 4-6
Permanent and Optional Standoffs................................................................. 4-6
4-7 Installing the Motherboard .............................................................................. 4-7
4-8 Installing the Add-on Cards............................................................................. 4-9
Installing Riser Cards and Add-on Cards in UIO Models ............................. 4-10
4-9 Installing the Air Shroud................................................................................ 4-12
Installing the Air Shroud in the Chassis........................................................ 4-12
4-10 Checking the Air Flow ................................................................................... 4-13
Installation Complete..................................................................................... 4-13
4-11 System Fans ................................................................................................. 4-14

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4-12 Power Supply ............................................................................................... 4-16
4-13 Installing the Power Distributor ..................................................................... 4-17
4-14 Removing the Backplane .............................................................................. 4-18
4-15 Installing the Backplane ................................................................................ 4-20
Chapter 5 Rack Installation
5-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 5-1
5-2 Unpacking the System .................................................................................... 5-1
5-3 Preparing for Setup......................................................................................... 5-1
Choosing a Setup Location............................................................................. 5-1
5-4 Warnings and Precautions .............................................................................. 5-2
Rack Precautions ............................................................................................ 5-2
General Server Precautions............................................................................ 5-2
5-5 Rack Mounting Considerations ....................................................................... 5-3
Ambient Operating Temperature ..................................................................... 5-3
Reduced Airow .............................................................................................. 5-3
Mechanical Loading ........................................................................................ 5-3
Circuit Overloading.......................................................................................... 5-3
Reliable Ground .............................................................................................. 5-3
5-6 Rack Mounting Instructions............................................................................. 5-4
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails...................................................... 5-4
Locking Tabs ................................................................................................... 5-5
Releasing the Inner Rail ................................................................................. 5-5
Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis....................................................... 5-6
Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack............................................................ 5-7
Standard Chassis Installation ......................................................................... 5-8
Optional Quick Installation Method ................................................................. 5-9
Appendix A SC213L Chassis Cables
Appendix B SC213L Power Supply Specications
Appendix C SAS-213LTQ Backplane Specications

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Notes

Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
Supermicro’s SC213L chassis provides eight hot-swappable 2.5” SAS/SATA hard
drive bays and one 5.25” hard drive in an efcient 2U form factor, designed for
the most frequently encountered applications. The chassis is also equipped with a
redundant 720W Gold Level, high-efciency (93%+) power supply for outstanding
power savings, with specially designed optimized cooling.
1-2 Shipping List
Please visit the following link for the latest shipping lists and part numbers for your par-
ticular chassis model. http://www.supermicro.com/products/chassis/2U/?chs=213
Chapter 1 Introduction
1-1
SC213L
Model CPU HDD I/O Slots Power
Supply
SC213LTQ-R720LPB UP / DP 8x 2.5" hot-swap
SAS/SATA 7x LP
720W
Redundant
(Gold Level)
SC213LTQ-R720UB UP / DP 8x 2.5" hot-swap
SAS/SATA
4x FH and
3x LP
720W
Redundant
(Gold Level)

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1-3 Contacting Supermicro
Headquarters
Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
980 Rock Ave.
San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected] (General Information)
[email protected] (Technical Support)
Web Site: www.supermicro.com
Europe
Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.
Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML
's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected] (General Information)
[email protected] (Technical Support)
[email protected] (Customer Support)
Asia-Pacic
Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
4F, No. 232-1, Liancheng Rd.
Chung-Ho 235, Taipei County
Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.supermicro.com.tw
Technical Support:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]

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Chapter 1: Introduction
1-4 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. Shipping and
handling charges will be applied for all orders that must be mailed when service
is complete.
For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online (http://www.
supermicro.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.
This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages in-
curred in shipping or from failure due to the alteration, misuse, abuse or improper
maintenance of products.
During the warranty period, contact your distributor rst for any product problems.

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Notes

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Chapter 2: System Safety
Chapter 2
System Safety
2-1 Overview
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your chassis up and running.
Following the steps in the order provided 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, familiar with common concepts and ter-
minology.
2-2 Warnings and Precautions
You should inspect the box the chassis was shipped in and note if it was damaged
in any way. If the chassis itself shows damage, le a damage claim with carrier
who delivered your system.
Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold the chassis. It should be
situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where heat,
electrical noise and electromagnetic elds are generated.
The chassis must be placed near at least one grounded power outlet. When con-
gured, the SC213L chassis includes a power supply which requires a grounded
outlet.
2-3 Preparing for Setup
The SC213L chassis includes a set of rail assemblies, including mounting brackets
and mounting screws needed to install the system into a rack. Please read this
manual in its entirety before beginning the rack installation procedure.

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2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions
Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm
and the SC213L from damage:
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.
Do not work alone when working with high-voltage components.•
Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or install-•
ing main system components, such as the serverboard, and memory modules
(not necessary for hot-swappable drives). When disconnecting power, you
should rst power down the system with the operating system and then unplug
the power cords from all the power supply modules in the system.
When working around exposed electrical circuits, another person who is fa-•
miliar with the power-off controls should be nearby to switch off the power, if
necessary.
Use only one hand when working with powered-on electrical equipment. This•
is to avoid making a complete circuit, which will cause electrical shock. Use
extreme caution when using metal tools, which can easily damage any electrical
components or circuit boards they come into contact with.
Do not use mats designed to decrease electrostatic discharge as protection from•
electrical shock. Instead, use rubber mats that have been specically designed
as electrical insulators.
The power supply power cord must include a grounding plug and must be•
plugged into grounded electrical outlets.
Serverboard battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard•
battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarities This battery
must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
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2-5 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.
While working on the system, do not wear loose clothing such as neckties and•
unbuttoned shirt sleeves, which can come into contact with electrical circuits or
be pulled into a cooling fan.
Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are excellent metal•
conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact
with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present.
After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure•
it to the rack unit with the retention screws after ensuring that all connections
have been made.
2-6 System Safety
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical
charges coming into contact with each other. An electrical discharge is created to
neutralize this difference, which can damage electronic components and printed
circuit boards. The following measures are generally sufcient to neutralize this
difference before contact is made to protect your equipment from ESD:
Do not use mats designed to decrease electrostatic discharge as protection from•
electrical shock. Instead, use rubber mats that have been specically designed
as electrical insulators.
Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.•
Keep all components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in their antistatic bags•
until ready for use.
Touch a grounded metal object before removing any board from its antistatic•
bag.
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.

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Handle a board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral chips,•
memory modules or contacts.
When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.•
Put the serverboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not•
in use.
For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides exceLent•
conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and
the serverboard.

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Chapter 3: System Interface
Chapter 3
System Interface
3-1 Overview
There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as other LEDs on the drive
carriers to keep you constantly informed of the over-all status of the system, as
well as the activity and health of specic components. Most SC213L models are
two buttons on the control panel: a reset button and an on/off switch. This chapter
explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate response you may
need to take.
Figure 3-1: Chassis Control Panel

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Power:• Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units.
This LED should normally be iLuminated when the system is operating.
HDD:• Indicates IDE channel activity. SAS/SATA drive and/or DVD-ROM drive
activity when ashing.
3-3 Control Panel LEDs
The control panel located on the front of the SC213L chassis has ve LEDs. These
LEDs provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system.
This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any correc-
tive action you may need to take.
Power:• The main power switch is used to apply or remove power from the
power supply to the server system. Turning off system power with this button
removes the main power but keeps standby power supplied to the system.
Therefore, you must unplug system before servicing.
Reset:• The reset button is used to reboot the system. A needle, pen, or other
small device is required to activate this button and reset the system
3-2 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.

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Power Failure:• When this LED ashes, it indicates a power failure in the power
supply.
NIC1:• Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when ashing.
NIC2:• Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when ashing.
Overheat/Fan Fail:• When this LED ashes it indicates a fan failure. When
continuously on (not ashing) it indicates an overheat condition, which may be
caused by cables obstructing the airow in the system or the ambient room
temperature being too warm. Check the routing of the cables and make sure
all fans are present and operating normally. You should also check to make
sure that the chassis covers are installed. Finally, verify that the heatsinks are
installed properly. This LED will remain ashing or on as long as the overheat
condition exists.
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3-4 Drive Carrier LEDs
Your chassis uses SAS or SATA, but not both at the same time.
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. A connection to the SATA backplane enables
this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed.
Red:• The red LED indicates a SAS/SATA drive failure. If one of the SAS/SATA
drives fail, you should be notied by your system management software.