SUPER M28SAB/M28SAB-OEM MOBILE RACK USER'S GUIDE Rev. 1.
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Safety Information and Technical Specifications Table of Contents Contacting Supermicro .......................................................................................iv Returning Merchandise for Service.....................................................................v Chapter 1 Safety Guidelines .................................................................... 1-1 1-1 ESD Safety Guidelines ...................................................................................
M28SAB Mobile Rack User's Guide Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: 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 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands Tel: +31 (0) 73-6400390 Fax: +31 (0) 73-6416525 Email: sales@supermicro.
Safety Information and Technical Specifications Returning Merchandise for Service A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before 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.
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Safety Information and Technical Specifications Chapter 1 Safety Guidelines To avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps listed below when accessing your system or handling the components. 1-1 ESD Safety Guidelines Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To prevent damage to your system, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.
M28SAB Mobile Rack User's Guide 1-3 An Important Note to Users All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest equipment and PCB revision available at the time of publishing. The card and equipment you have received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.
Safety Information and Technical Specifications Chapter 2 Introduction 2-1 Overview This manual has been written for system integrators, PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users. It provides detailed information for the installation and use of the M28SAB mobile rack. The Supermicro M28SAB mobile rack showcases advanced technology innovations in modular connectivity and data transferability and supplies reliable, effective, and scalable solutions for tomorrow’s data communications industry.
M28SAB Mobile Rack User's Guide Additional Information The M28SAB mobile rack was designed for use in certain chassis and servers or as an optional unit for storage expansion. Use the chassis or server manual for installation instructions. Use the instructions listed in this manual to use the mobile rack independent of a chassis. The pictures or graphics shown in this user’s guide were based upon the latest revision available at the time of publication of this manual.
Safety Information and Technical Specifications Chapter 3 SAS-I28A Backplane Specifications 3-1 Front Connectors and Jumpers 17 A18 JSM2 A1 34 44 UPGRADE #2 2 6 5 JP47 JP61 1-2 WITH FAN 2-3 NO FAN 6 5 2 B18 JP61 3 SAS IN #4-#7 B1 Y2 1 FAN 12 JSM1 MH2 Y1 16 34 U40 44 B18 RP14 SAS IN #0-#3 ACT LED TEST 1 15 BAR CODE 13 + + 1 + 3 JP62 4 R69 DESIGNED IN USA B1 TP4 TP3 14 JP3 1 A1 JP62 1-2 WITH FAN 2-3 NO FAN 19 A18 33 18 JP54 12 1 23 1 22 23 JP46 1 MH1
M28SAB Mobile Rack User's Guide 3-2 Front Components, Connectors and Pin Definitions #1 - #2 SAS Ports The SAS ports are used to connect the MiniSAS cables. The ports are designated SAS IN #0 - #3, and SAS IN #4 - #7. Each port is also compatible with SATA drives. #3 - #4 Backplane Main Power Connectors The 4-pin connectors, designated JP1 and JP3, provide power to the backplane. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Both of these connectors must be used at the same time. #5. - #6.
Safety Information and Technical Specifications 3-3 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions A18 JSM2 A1 34 44 UPGRADE #2 2 UPGRADE #1 5 JP47 JP61 1-2 WITH FAN 2-3 NO FAN 6 5 2 B18 JP61 3 SAS IN #4-#7 B1 22 12 JSM1 A18 A1 23 MH2 1 33 23 1 JP61 6 JP46 1 MH1 Y1 Y2 34 U40 44 B18 RP14 SAS IN #0-#3 B1 TP4 TP3 JP54 ACT LED TEST 1 FAN JP62 1-2 WITH FAN 2-3 NO FAN BAR CODE 1 4 1 R69 DESIGNED IN USA JP25: OH TEMP OPEN 45 C 1-2 50 C 2-3 55 C 3 C84 JP25 JP25 1 90
M28SAB Mobile Rack User's Guide 3-4 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators SAS #0 SAS #1 SAS #2 J1 J2 J3 #0 #1 J2 J1 J3 SAS #3 SAS #4 SAS #5 SAS #6 SAS #7 J4 J5 J6 J7 J8 #3 #2 #4 J6 J5 #5 #6 J7 #7 J8 J4 1 27 7 27 27 7 27 7 7 8 8 27 7 8 7 8 8 33 9 33 9 33 9 7 8 8 33 9 27 7 33 9 8 33 9 4 27 33 9 33 9 OH/DRIVE FAIL 27 D30 D31 D32 A FAIL1 C A D33 ACT1 D32 D33 C A D34 C FAIL2 A D35 ACT2 A D36 C D34 D35 FAIL3 A D38 A D37 C C ACT3 D36 D37 C A D39
Safety Information and Technical Specifications Chapter 4 Mobile Rack Installation Instructions 4-1 Shipping Lists for M28SAB and M28SAB-OEM Examine the your order for the following parts: M28SAB • One M28SAB mobile rack • One 40 mm cooling fan • Thirty-two M3 screws • Four round-head screws M28SAB-OEM • One M28SAB mobile rack • Thirty-two M3 screws • Four round-head screws 4-2 Tools Required M28SAB series mobile rack assembly requires the following: • Phillips head screwdriver •
M28SAB Mobile Rack User's Guide 4-3 Other Parts When using this mobile rack independent of a chassis, you may need the following parts. • Two 4-pin power cords to connect the mobile rack to a power supply. • SAS iPass cable, part numbers CBL-0108L (39 cm), CBL-0281L (75 cm) or CBL-0294L-01 are used to connect the SAS ports to the motherboard or RAID controller. 4-4 Setup and Installation Steps Use the following list as a guide to set up and install the mobile rack.
Safety Information and Technical Specifications • Make sure that the backplane is securely and properly installed on the motherboard to prevent damage to the system due to power shortage. 4-6 Before Accessing the Mobile Rack Prior to Accessing the Mobile Rack 1. Power-down and power supply connected to the chassis or server. In addition, unplug all power cords from the wall outlet. 2. Disconnect all necessary cables and label the cables for easy identification. 3.
M28SAB Mobile Rack User's Guide 4-7 Cooling Fan Installation (M28SAB Only) Installing the Cooling Fan The M28SAB mobile rack includes a cooling fan (not required on M28SAB-OEM). When using the M28SAB without installing the mobile rack in a larger unit such as a chassis, a cooling fan must be installed on the mobile rack unit. For more information on installing the mobile rack into a chassis or server, see the documentation for your mobile rack or server. You can also visit our Web site at http://www.
Safety Information and Technical Specifications 4-8 Hard Drive Installation Each M28 mobile rack includes dummy trays that act as place holders for hard drives. Before using the mobile rack, you must install hard drives into the drive carriers. Hard drives are sold separately. Release Tab Hard Drive Tray Latch Figure 4-2: Mobile Rack with Hard Drive Trays Installing Hard Drives into the Mobile Rack 1. Press the release tabs to open the hard drive carrier latch. 2.
M28SAB Mobile Rack User's Guide Hard Drive Hard Drive Carrier M3 Screws Figure 4-3: Hard Drive and Hard Drive Tray 3. Place a 2.5" hard drive in the hard drive carrier. 4. Align the hard drives to the rear of the hard drive tray. 5. Secure the hard drive to the tray using four M3 screws (as illustrated). 6. Using the hard drive tray latch as a handle, slide the hard drive into the mobile rack. 7. Close the hard drive tray handle to lock the hard drive into place. 8.
Safety Information and Technical Specifications 4-9 Connect Data and Power Cables Connecting the Cables 1. Connect the SAS cables to the mobile rack. A longer SAS cable may be required (see the recommended cables listed earlier in this manual). 2. Connect the power cables from the chassis power supply. A power cable extension may be required. 4-10 Advanced Configuration Use the following instructions in the unlikely event that you must access the jumpers, buzzer, or other backplane components.
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Safety Information and Technical Specifications 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 communication 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.
