Supero SC216A-R1200UB User manual

SC216 CHASSIS
Series
SC216A-R1200UB SC216A-R1200LPB
SC216A-R900UB SC216A-R900LPB
SC216E1-R900LPB SC216E2-R900LPB
SC216E1-R900UB SC216E2-R900UB
USER’S MANUAL
1.0a
SUPER ®

SC216 Chassis Manual
ii
Manual Revision 1.0a
Release Date: August 7, 2009
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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 SC216 2U chassis. Installa-
tion and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
Supermicro’s SC216 maximizes storage capacity in a 2U form factor by offering 24
hot-swappable 2.5” SAS/SATA hard drive bays for applications requiring extra stor-
age. The chassis design optimizes every aspect of interior space without compro-
mising superior cooling capabilities. The chassis is equipped with a redundant 900W
high-efciency (85%+), or 1200W Gold Level (93%) power supply for outstanding
power savings, with specially designed optimized cooling.
This document lists compatible parts and congurations available when this docu-
ment was published. Always refer to the our Web site for updates on supported
parts and congurations at www.supermicro.com.

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Manual Organization
Chapter 1 Introduction
The rst chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with this
chassis and describes the main features of the SC216 chassis. This chapter also
includes contact information.
Chapter 2 System Safety
This chapter 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 installing and servicing this chassis.
Chapter 3: Chassis Components
Refer here for details on this chassis model including the fans, hard drives, 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.
Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance
This chapter providesdetailed 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, removing or reconguring
your chassis into a rack environment.

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Preface
Appendices
This section lists compatible cables, power supply specications, and compatible
backplanes. Not all compatible backplanes are listed. Refer to our Web site for the
latest compatible backplane information at http://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 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
Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance
5-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 5-1
5-2 Installation and Maintenance .......................................................................... 5-1
5-3 Removing the Chassis Cover ......................................................................... 5-2
5-4 Installing Hard Drives...................................................................................... 5-3
5-5 Installing the Motherboard .............................................................................. 5-5
I/O Shield ........................................................................................................ 5-5
Permanent and Optional Standoffs................................................................. 5-6

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Preface
Motherboard Installation.................................................................................. 5-7
5-6 Installing the Add-on Cards............................................................................. 5-8
Installing Add-on Cards in Low-Prole Model Chassis................................... 5-8
Installing Riser Cards and Add-on Cards in UIO Models ............................... 5-9
5-7 Installing the Air Shrouds ...............................................................................5-11
Installing the Air Shroud in the Chassis.........................................................5-11
Installing the Additional Air Shroud ............................................................... 5-12
5-8 Checking the Air Flow ................................................................................... 5-13
5-9 System Fans ................................................................................................. 5-14
5-10 Power Supply ............................................................................................... 5-16
5-11 Removing the Backplane .............................................................................. 5-19
5-12 Installing the Backplane ................................................................................ 5-21
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
6-4 Warnings and Precautions .............................................................................. 6-2
Rack Precautions ............................................................................................ 6-2
General Server Precautions............................................................................ 6-2
6-5 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
6-6 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 ......................................................................... 6-8
Optional Quick Installation Method ................................................................. 6-9
Appendix A SC216 Chassis Cables
Appendix B SC216 Power Supply Specications
Appendix C SAS-216A Backplane Specications
Appendix D SAS-216EL Backplane Specications

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Notes

SC216 Chassis
Model CPU HDD I/O Slots Power
Supply
SC216A-R1200UB Single/Dual
CPU
24x 2.5” hot-
swap SAS/SATA
4x FH, 3x
LP
1200W
Redun-
dant
SC216A-R1200LPB Single/Dual
CPU
24x 2.5” hot-
swap SAS/SATA 7x LP
1200W
Redun-
dant
SC216A-R900UB Single/Dual
CPU
24x 2.5” hot-
swap SAS/SATA
4x FH, 3x
LP
900W
Redun-
dant
SC216A-R900LPB Single/Dual
CPU
24x 2.5” hot-
swap SAS/SATA 7x LP
900W
Redun-
dant
SC216E1-R900LPB Single/Dual
CPU
24x 2.5” hot-
swap SAS/SATA 7x LP
900W
Redun-
dant
SC216E2-R900LPB Single/Dual
CPU
24x 2.5” hot-
swap SAS/SATA 7x LP
900W
Redun-
dant
SC216E1-R900UB Single/Dual
CPU
24x 2.5” hot-
swap SAS/SATA
4x FH, 3x
LP
900W
Redun-
dant
SC216E2-R900UB Single/Dual
CPU
24x 2.5” hot-
swap SAS/SATA
4x FH, 3x
LP
900W
Redun-
dant
Chapter 1
Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction
1-1
1-1 Overview
Supermicro’s SC216 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 http://www.supermicro.com/products/chassis/2U/
?chs=216

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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

2-1
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 order given should enable you to have your chassis setup and
operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick set up assumes that you are
an experienced technician, 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.
You will also need it placed near at least one grounded power outlet. When con-
gured, the SC216 chassis includes both a primary and redundant power supply,
which requires two grounded outlets.
2-3 Preparing for Setup
The SC216 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.

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2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions
Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm
and the SC216 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 in-•
stalling main system components, such as the serverboard, memory modules
and the DVD-ROM and oppy 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.

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Chapter 2: System Safety
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.
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.

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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.
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 compatible with your particular
chassis model. For more information, see the installation instructions detailed later
in this manual.
3-2 Components
Chassis
The chassis includes three hard drive bays, which support twenty-four 2.5" hard
drives. The hard drives must be purchased separately. This chassis accepts a 2U
backplane, 3 fans and a redundant power supply. For the latest shipping lists, visit
our Web site at: http://www.supermicro.com.
Backplane
Each SC216 chassis comes with a 2U backplane which supports SAS/SATA. For
more information regarding compatible backplanes, see the appendices found at
the end of this manual. In addition, visit our Web site for the latest information at
http://www.supermicro.com.
Fans
The SC216 chassis supports three system fans. System fans for SC216 chassis
are powered from the motherboard or the backplane. Fan speed may be controlled
if the motherboard has either PWM or DC control ability.
Mounting Rails
The SC216 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 SC216 chassis model includes a high-efciency redundant power supply rated
at 900 or 1200 Watts. In the unlikely event your power supply fails, replacement
is simple and can be done without tools.
Air Shroud
Air shrouds are shields, usually plastic, that funnel air directly to where it is needed.
Always use the air shroud included with your chassis.
3-3 Where to get Replacement Components
Though not frequently, you may need replacement parts for your system. To en-
sure the highest level of professional service and technical support, we strongly
recommend purchasing exclusively from our Supermicro authorized distributors,
system integrators and resellers. A list of Supermicro authorized distributors, sys-
tem integrators and resellers 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
The control panel features an LED display, and the individual drive carriers also
feature LEDs. These LEDs keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the
system, and monitor the activity and health of specic components. SC216 models
feature two buttons on the chassis control panel, an on/off button and a reset but-
ton. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate
responses you may need to take.

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Power:• Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units.
This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.
HDD:• Indicates IDE channel activity. SAS/SATA drive and/or DVD-ROM drive
activity when ashing.
4-3 Control Panel LEDs
The control panel located on the front of the SC216 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 corrective
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
4-2 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.