SUPER ® SC731 CHASSIS SERIES SC731D-300B SC731i-300B USER’S MANUAL 1.
SC731 Chassis Manual 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. Please Note: For the most up-to-date version of this manual, please see our web site at www.supermicro.com. Super Micro Computer, Inc.
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 SC731 chassis. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. Supermicro’s SC731 chassis features a unique and highly optimized design, allowing the user to install components with minimal or no use of screws or tools.
SC731 Chassis Manual Manual Organization Chapter 1: Introduction The first chapter provides a description of the main components included with this chassis and describes the main features of the SC731 chassis. This chapter also includes contact information. Chapter 2: System Safety This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety. It is recommended that you thoroughly familiarize yourself with the safety precautions before installing and servicing this chassis.
Preface Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Where to get Replacement Components......................................................... 1-1 1-3 Shipping Lists................................................................................................... 1-1 1-4 Returning Merchandise for Service.................................................................
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Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview Supermicro’s SC731 chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design, allowing most configuration of the chassis to be accomplished without tools or screws. The chassis is equipped with high-efficiency power supply. High-performance fans provide ample optimized cooling for FB-DIMM memory modules, and four hot-swap drive bays offer maximum storage capacity.
SC731 Chassis Manual SC731i-300B Chassis Model SC731i-300B CPU HDD I/O Slots Power Supply UP 4x 3.5" 2x 5.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-4 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.
SC731 Chassis Manual 1-5 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.
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 given should enable you to have your chassis setup and operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick setup assumes that you are an experienced technician, famailiar with common concepts and terminology.
SC731 Chassis Manual and optical device drives. When disconnecting the power, you should first power down the system with the operating system and then unplug the power cords from all the power supply modules in the system. • • • • • • 2-5 • • • When working around exposed electrical circuits, another person who is familiar 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.
Chapter 2: System Safety • • 2-6 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.
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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 others on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specific components. The SC731 has a power on/off switch, located on the control panel. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate responses you may need to take.
SC731 Chassis Manual 3-2 Control Panel Buttons Power: The main power button is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to the system. When the power is on, the power button will be lighted by a blue LED. Turning off the system power with this button will cause the blue LED to turn off and will remove the main power, but will keep standby power supplied to the system. Therefore, you must unplug system before servicing the system.
Chapter 3 System Interface Overheat/Fan Fail When Flashing: This LED indicates a fan failure. When Continuously On (not flashing): This LED indicates an overheat condition caused by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room temperature being too warm. Correcting an Overheat/Fan Fail Condition 1. Check the routing of the cables and move any cables the restrict airflow. 2. Confirm that all fans are operating normally. 3. Verify that the heatsinks are installed properly. 4.
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Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4-1 Overview This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the chassis. Most components of the SC731 do not require tools or screws to set them up. Those components which must be secured with screws require only a Phillips screwdriver. Print this chapter to use as a reference while setting-up your chassis.
SC731 Chassis Manual 4-2 Removing the Chassis Cover 15 Cover 3 Handle (B) 13 Slide Tab A Toward Handle B Release Tab (A) 16 15 Figure 4-1: Removing the Chassis Cover Removing the Chassis Cover 1. Push the power button to turn off the power to the system. 2. Disconnect the chassis from any power source. 3. Slide the release tab (A) towards the cover handle (B). 4. Grasp the cover handle with your fingers. 5. Slide the cover toward the rear of the chassis 6. Remove the cover from the chassis.
Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4-3 Rotating the Hard Drive Cage Release Tab (A) HDD Cage (B) Figure 4-2: Rotating the Hard Drive Cage In order to access and install components in the chassis interior, it is necessary to rotate the hard drive cage. This will provide sufficient room to install and configure the chassis components. Rotating the Hard Drive Cage 1. Disconnect the chassis from any power source. 2. Lift the release tab (A). 3. Rotate the hard disk drive cage (B) outward.
SC731 Chassis Manual 4-4 Removing and Installing Hard Drives 4 3 Release Tabs Figure 4-3: Removing the Hard Drive Carrier from the Hard Drive Cage The SC731 chassis must be powered-down before hard drives can be removed from the hard drive carriers. Removing and Installing Hard Drives 1. Disconnect the chassis from any power source. 2. Rotate the hard drive cage outward 90 degrees as described in section 4-3 Rotating the Hard Drive Cage. 3. Disconnect all of the cables from the hard drive. 4.
Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 6 15 15 Figure 4-4: Removing the Hard Drive from the Hard Drive Carrier 6. If a hard drive is already present, remove it by carefully pulling the sides of the hard drive carrier outward. 7. Remove the hard drive from the hard drive carrier.
SC731 Chassis Manual Optional Screws 19 11 1 Figure 4-5: Installing the Hard Drive Carrier into the Hard Drive Cage 8. Insert the new hard drive into the hard drive carrier. 9. Insert the hard drive carrier into the hard drive cage, sliding it towards the back of the the hard drive cage until it clicks into a locked position. 10. If desired, each hard drive carrier may be secured to the exterior of the hard drive cage using optional screws. 11.
Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4-5 Installing the I/O Shield and Motherboard I/O Shield Figure 4-6: I/O Shield Placement I/O Shield An I/O shield holds the motherboard ports in place. Install the I/O shield before you install the motherboard. The SC731 supports a Micro ATX motherboard, which is sold separately from the SC731 chassis and comes with an I/O shield specific to the Micro ATX motherboard. Installing the I/O Shield 1.
SC731 Chassis Manual Motherboard Installation Installing the Motherboard 1. Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar with component placement, requirements, precautions, and cable connections. 2. Disconnect the chassis from any power source. Rotate the hard drive cage 90 degrees outward, as described in the previous section, Rotating the Hard Drive Cage. 3. Lay the motherboard in the chassis. 4.
Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4-6 Installing an Optical Device The SC731 chassis has two optical device slots, which support up to two optional devices, such as DVD-ROM drives. Installing an Optical Device 1. Remove the front bezel from the chassis by lifting it upwards from the bottom, and pulling off the front of the chassis. 2. Remove the cover plate from the optical device slot on the front of the chassis. 3.
SC731 Chassis Manual 4-7 Installing Add-on and Expansion Cards Release Latch (A) Add-on/Expansion Card Slots Protective Bracket (B) 12 Figure 4-9: Locating the Add-on Card Installation Components Add-on Card/Expansion Slot Setup The SC731 chassis includes slots for add-on cards and expansion cards. The number of cards you can use depends on your chassis model and motherboard model. Installing Add-on and Expansion Cards 1.
Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 12 Long Card Holders (A) Figure 4-10: Installing a Long Add-on/Expansion Card Long Add-on/Expansion Card Setup The SC731 chassis includes clips to accomodate the use of long-length add-on cards. These clips support and stabilize the long cards, preventing them from contacting any undesired surfaces. Installing Long Add-on/Expansion Cards 1. Locate the long card holders (A), on the opposite side of the chassis from the add-on card brackets. 2.
SC731 Chassis Manual 4-8 Installing the System Fan 13 Figure 4-11: Installing the System Fan The SC731 includes a super quiet system fan that provides cooling for the chassis. No tools or screws are required to install the system fan. Installing the System Fan 1. Disconnect all power to the chassis. 2. Insert the four rubber pins into the four mounting holes surrounding the fan grill on the rear of the chassis. 3.
Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4-9 Installing the Front Bezel Front Bezel Installation 1. Remove the dummy cover (A) for optical device from the front bezel. 2.
SC731 Chassis Manual 4-10 Power Supply The SC731 chassis includes a 300 Watt power supply. In the unlikely event that it becomes necessary to replace the power supply, follow the instructions below. Power Supply Figure 4-13: Removing the Power Supply Changing the Power Supply 1. Disconnect the chassis from any power source. 2. Disconnect the motherboard cables. 3. Remove the screws securing the power supply to the chassis, which are located on the rear of the chassis.
Appendix A: Chassis Cables Appendix A Cables, Screws, and other Accessories A-1 Overview This appendix lists the supported cables for the SC731 chassis. It only includes the most commonly used components and configurations. For more compatible cables, refer to the manufacturer of the motherboard and our Web site at: www. supermicro.com.
SC731 Chassis Manual A-3 Chassis Screws The accessory box includes all the screws needed to set up your chassis. This section lists and describes the most commonly used screws. Your chassis may not require all of the parts listed. M/B HARD DRIVE Pan head 6-32 x 5 mm [0.197] Flat head 6-32 x 5 mm [0.197] DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, and FLOPPY DRIVE Pan head 6-32 x 5 mm [0.197] Flat head 6-32 x 5 mm [0.197] Round head M3 x 5 mm [0.197] M/B STANDOFFS M/B standoff 6-32 to 6-32 A-2 Round head M2.6 x 5 mm [0.
Appendix B: Power Supply Specifications Appendix B SC731 Power Supply Specifications This appendix lists power supply specifications for your chassis system. The SC731 chassis includes a power supply rated at 80 Plus Bronze Level. SC731D-300B, SC731i-300B 300W MFR Part # PWS-303-PQ Input 100 - 127/200~240Vac A/4A, 50 - 60Hz. +5.08V 19 Amps +12V 11 Amps +12Vcpu +3.3V -12V +5.08Vaux 11.5 Amps 16 Amps 0.
SC731 Chassis Manual 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.