Supermicro SC829TQ-R920LPB User manual

SC829 CHASSIS
Series
SC829TQ-R920LPB SC829TQ-R920UB
SC829BTQ-R920WB
USER’S MANUAL
1.0
SUPER ®

SC829 Chassis Manual
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Manual Revision 1.0
Release Date: August 1, 2012
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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 SC829 2U chassis. Installa-
tion and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
Supermicro's SC829 chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design for
2U servers that provides minimal space usage without compromising the interior
cooling ability. The SC829 chassis includes eight hot-swappable SAS/SATA hard
drive bays, plus two slim peripheral drive bays. It is also equipped with redundant
920W 94%+ high-efciency (80 PLUS Platnum Level certied) power supplies for
superb power savings. The chassis provides optimal features in a 2U form factor
for high-end, high-performance applications.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 Introduction
The rst chapter describes the main features of the SC829 chassis and provides
contact information for Supermicro.
Chapter 2 System Safety
This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety information. You should
thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety
precautions that should be followed before installing and servicing this chassis.
Chapter 3 Chassis Components
Refer here for details on this chassis model including the fans, bays, airow shields,
and other components.
Chapter 4 System Interface
Refer to this chapter for details on the system interface, which includes the functions
and information provided by the control panel on the chassis as well as other LEDs
located throughout the system.

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Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance
Refer to this chapter for detailed information on this chassis. You should follow the
procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing, or reconguring your
chassis.
Chapter 6 Rack Installation
Refer to this chapter for detailed information on chassis rack installation. You should
follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing or removing your chassis
from a rack environment.
Appendices
This section lists compatible cables, power supply specications, and compatible
backplanes. Not all compatible backplanes may be listed. Refer to the Supermicro
Web site for the latest compatible backplane information at http://www.supermicro.
com.

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Preface
Table of Contents
About This Manual ........................................................................................................iii
Manual Organization .....................................................................................................iii
Chapter 1 Introduction
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2 Shipping List.................................................................................................... 1-1
1-3 Chassis Features ............................................................................................ 1-2
CPU................................................................................................................. 1-2
Hard Drives ..................................................................................................... 1-2
I/O Expansion slots ......................................................................................... 1-2
Peripheral Drives............................................................................................. 1-2
Other Features ................................................................................................ 1-2
Contacting Supermicro.................................................................................... 1-3
1-5 Returning Merchandise for Service................................................................. 1-4
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 .......................................................................... 2-1
2-5 General Safety Precautions ............................................................................ 2-3
2-6 System Safety ................................................................................................. 2-3
Chapter 3 Chassis Components
3-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 3-1
3-2 Components .................................................................................................... 3-1
Chassis............................................................................................................ 3-1
Backplane........................................................................................................ 3-1
Fans ................................................................................................................ 3-1
Mounting Rails ................................................................................................ 3-1
Power Supply .................................................................................................. 3-2
Air Shroud ....................................................................................................... 3-2
3-3 Where to get Replacement Components........................................................ 3-2
Chapter 4 System Interface
4-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 4-1
4-2 Control Panel Buttons ..................................................................................... 4-2
4-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................ 4-2
4-4 Drive Carrier LEDs.......................................................................................... 4-4
SAS/SATA Drives ............................................................................................ 4-4

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Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance
5-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 5-1
5-2 Installation and General Maintnenance .......................................................... 5-1
Installation ....................................................................................................... 5-1
5-3 Removing the Chassis Cover ......................................................................... 5-2
5-4 Installing Hard Drives...................................................................................... 5-3
5-6 DVD-ROM Replacement or Installation .......................................................... 5-7
Replacing the DVD-ROM and Front Panel..................................................... 5-8
5-7 Installing the Motherboard .............................................................................. 5-8
I/O Shield ........................................................................................................ 5-8
Installing the I/O Shield................................................................................... 5-9
Permanent and Optional Standoffs................................................................. 5-9
PCI Slot Setup ...............................................................................................5-11
PCI Slot Setup for SC829TQ-R920UB (Universal Output)........................... 5-12
PCI/PCIE Slot Setup for SC829BTQ-R920WB (Wide I/O)........................... 5-13
5-8 Installing the Air Shroud................................................................................ 5-15
Checking the Server's Airow ....................................................................... 5-16
Installation Complete..................................................................................... 5-16
5-9 System Fans ................................................................................................. 5-17
5-10 Power Supply ............................................................................................... 5-19
Power Supply Failure.................................................................................... 5-19
5-11 Replacing the Power Distributor ................................................................... 5-21
5-12 Replacing or Installing the Front Port Panel................................................. 5-22
5-13 Optional Front Bezel ..................................................................................... 5-23
Chapter 6 Rack Installation
6-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 6-1
6-2 Unpacking the System .................................................................................... 6-1
6-3 Preparing for Setup......................................................................................... 6-1
Choosing a Setup Location............................................................................. 6-1
Rack Precautions ............................................................................................ 6-2
General Server Precautions............................................................................ 6-2
Rack Mounting Considerations ....................................................................... 6-3
Ambient Operating Temperature ................................................................ 6-3
Reduced Airow ......................................................................................... 6-3
Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 6-3
Circuit Overloading..................................................................................... 6-3
Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 6-3
6-4 Rack Mounting Instructions............................................................................. 6-4

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Separating the Sections of the Rack Rails..................................................... 6-4
Installing the Inner Rail Extension .................................................................. 6-5
Outer Rack Rails............................................................................................. 6-6
Appendix A SC829 Chassis Cables
Appendix B SC829 Power Supply Specications
Appendix C SAS-825TQ Backplane Specications

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Notes

Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
Supermicro’s SC829 2U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design.
The chassis is equipped with high efciency power supply.
1-2 Shipping List
Please visit the following link for the latest shipping lists and part numbers for your
particular chassis model visit the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com.
Chapter 1: Introduction
1-1
SC829 Chassis
Model CPU HDD I/O Slots Power
Supply
SC829TQ-R920LPB DP/UP 8x SAS/SATA 7x LP 920W
(Platinum)
SC829TQ-R920UP DP/UP 8x SAS/SATA 4x FH
2x LP
920W
(Platinum)
SC829BTQ-R920WB DP/UP 10x SAS/SATA 4x FH
3x LP
920W
(Platinum)

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1-3 Chassis Features
The SC829 2U, high-performance chassis includes the following features:
CPU
The SC829 chassis supports a dual-core Xeon processor. Please refer to the
motherboard specications pages on our Web site for updates on supported pro-
cessors.
Hard Drives
The SC829 chassis features eight drive bays for SAS/SATA hard drives which sup-
port SES2. These drives are hot-swappable. Once set up correctly, these drives
can be removed without powering down the server.
I/O Expansion slots
Each SC829 chassis model includes either seven low-prole I/O expansion slots or
four full-height expansion slots with two low-prole expansion slots.
Peripheral Drives
Each SC829 chassis includes two slim peripheral drive bays for optional slim opti-
cal drive and USB COM tray These drives allow you to quickly install or save data.
Other Features
Other onboard features are included to promote system health. These include
various three cooling fans, a convenient power on/off button, a reset button, and
six LED indicators.

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Chapter 1: Introduction
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
New Taipei City 235
Taiwan.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.supermicro.com.tw
Technical Support:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]

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1-5 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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Chapter 2: System Safety
Chapter 2
System Safety
2-1 Overview
This chapter provides basic safety information to protect yourself from harm and the
SC829 from damage. This chapter assumes that you are an experienced technician,
familiar with common concepts and terminology.
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 that 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 SC829 chassis includes redundant power supplies and requires two grounded
outlets.
2-3 Preparing for Setup
The SC829 chassis includes a set of rail assemblies, including mounting brackets
and mounting screws you will need to install the systems into the rack. Please read
this manual in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure.
2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions
Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm
and the SC829 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.

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•Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or install-
ing main system components, such as the serverboard, memory modules and
the DVD-ROM and peripheral drives (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.
•Please handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any way;
a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do
not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landll. Please comply
with the regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency
to dispose of your used battery properly.
•DVD-ROM laser: CAUTION - this server may have come equipped with a
DVD-ROM drive. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam and hazardous
radiation exposure, do not open the enclosure or use the unit in any uncon-
ventional way.

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Chapter 2: System Safety
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 excellent
conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and
the serverboard.

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Chapter 3: Chassis Components
Chapter 3
Chassis Components
3-1 Overview
This chapter describes the most common components included with your chassis.
Some components listed may not be included or may not be compatible with your
particular chassis model. For more information, see the installation instructions
detailed later in this manual.
3-2 Components
Chassis
The SC829 chassis includes eight hard drive bays, and two slim peripheral drive
bays which support one slim DVD-ROM drive (optional) and a panel with one com
port and two USB ports (optional). Hard drives must be purchased separately. For
the latest shipping lists, visit our Web site at: http://www.supermicro.com. This chas-
sis supports a 2U backplane, four fans and redundant power supplies.
Backplane
Each SC829 chassis comes with a 2U SAS/SATA backplane w/ enclosure manage-
ment capabilitites. For more information regarding compatible backplanes, view the
appendices found at the end of this manual. In addition, visit our Web site for the
latest information: http://www.supermicro.com.
Fans
The SC829 chassis supports four system fans. System fans for SC829 chassis
are powered from the motherboard. These fans are 2U high and are powered by
3-pin connectors. Optionally, three extra fans can be provided to support cooling
redundancy for E-ATX motherboards.
Mounting Rails
The SC829 can be placed in a rack for secure storage and use. To set up your
rack, follow the step-by-step instructions included in this manual.

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Power Supply
Each SC829 chassis model includes redundant high-efciency power supplies rated
at 920 Watts. In the unlikely event of a power supply failure, replacement is simple
and can be accomplished without tools.
Air Shroud
Air shrouds are shields, usually plastic, which conduct the airow directly to where
it is needed. Always use the air shroud included with your chassis.
3-3 Where to get Replacement Components
Although not frequently, you may need replacement parts for your system. To
ensure the highest level of professional service and technical support, we strongly
recommend purchasing exclusively from our Supermicro Authorized Distributors/
System Integrators/Resellers. A list of Supermicro Authorized Distributors/System
Integrators/Reseller can be found at: http://www.supermicro.com. Click the Where
to Buy link.

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Chapter 4: System Interface
Chapter 4
System Interface
4-1 Overview
There are several LEDs on the control panel and 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 SC829 models have two buttons on the chas-
sis control panel: a reset button and a power on/off button. This chapter explains
the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate responses you may need
to take.
Figure 4-1: Front Control Panel

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•Power Failure: When this LED ashes, it indicates a power failure in the power
supply.
Power: The main on/off button is used to apply or remove power from the power
supply to the server. Turning off system power with this button removes the main
power but keeps standby power supplied to the system. Therefore, you must unplug
the power cord from the system before servicing.
4-3 Control Panel LEDs
The control panel located on the front of the SC829 chassis has six 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.
Reset: The reset button is used to reboot the system.
4-2 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.
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