SUPER ® SC808 Chassis Series SC808T-1200W SC808T-980V SC808T-980B SC808T-780B SC808LT-780B USER’S MANUAL 1.
SC808 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 SC808 1U chassis. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. Supermicro's SC808 1U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design for 1U Twin™ servers. The layout and chassis design provides 2 nodes in 1U and up to 84 nodes in a 42U standard rack, which significantly reduces IT space costs.
SC808 Chassis Manual Manual Organization Chapter 1: Introduction The first chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with this chassis, and describes the main features of the SC808 chassis. This chapter also includes contact information. Chapter 2: System Safety This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety.
Preface Compatible Backplanes This section lists compatible cables, power supply specifications, and compatible backplanes. Not all compatible backplanes are listed. Refer to our Web site for the latest compatible backplane information.
SC808 Chassis Manual Table of Contents Preface About This Manual.............................................................................................. iii Manual Organization...........................................................................................iv Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Shipping List....................................................................
Preface 5-7 System Fans.................................................................................................. 5-12 5-8 Power Supply . .............................................................................................. 5-14 Power Supply Replacement........................................................................... 5-14 Chapter 6 Rack Installation 6-1 Overview..........................................................................................................
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Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview Supermicro’s SC808 1U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design. The chassis is equipped with a high-efficiency power supply. High-performance fans provide ample optimized cooling for FB-DIMM memory modules and 4 hot-swappable drive bays offer maximum storage capacity in a 1U form factor.
SC808 Chassis Manual 1-3 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.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-4 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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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 set up and operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick setup assumes that you are an experienced technician, famailiar with common concepts and terminology.
SC808 Chassis Manual • Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or installing main system components, such as the serverboard, memory modules and the DVD-ROM and floppy drives (not necessary for hot swappable drives). When disconnecting 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.
Chapter 2: System Safety 2-5 • • • • • 2-6 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 removed 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.
SC808 Chassis Manual • • • • 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.
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 SC808 chassis includes four hard drive bays. Hard drives must be purchased separately.
SC808 Chassis Manual Air Shroud The SC808 chassis includes two mylar air shrouds 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 ensure the highest level of professional service and technical support, we strongly recommend purchasing exclusively from our Supermicro Authorized Distributors / System Integrators / Resellers.
Chapter 4: System Interface Chapter 4 System Interface 4-1 Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel and drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system. SC808 models include two front panels that control two semi-independent system. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate response you may need to take.
SC808 Chassis Manual 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. • • 4-3 Reset: The reset button is used to reboot the system. 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.
Chapter 4: System Interface • NIC2: Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when flashing. • NIC1: Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing. • • 4-4 HDD: Indicates IDE channel activity. SAS/SATA drive, and/or DVD-ROM drive activity when flashing. Power: Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating. Drive Carrier LEDs Your chassis uses SAS/SATA drives.
SC808 Chassis Manual nection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed. • Red: The red LED to indicate an SAS/SATA drive failure. If one of the SAS/SATA drives fail, you should be notified by your system management software. SCSI Drives This chassis does not support SCSI drives at this time.
Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-1 Overview This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the chassis. The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Phillips screwdriver.
SC808 Chassis Manual 5-2 Removing the Chassis Cover Remove this screw Remove this screw 4 2 3 2 Remove this screw Figure 5-1: Removing the Chassis Cover Removing the Chassis Cover 1. Disconnect the chassis from any power source and remove all four screws. 2. Gently push down on the chassis cover in the areas indicated in the illustration. 3. Push the cover toward the rear of the chassis 4. Lift the cover upwards and off the chassis.
Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-3 Installing and Removing Hard Drives 2 1 Figure 5-2: Removing Hard Drive Removing Hard Drive Carriers from the Chassis 1. Press the release button on the drive carrier. This extends the drive handle. 2. Use the handle to pull the drive out of the chassis.
SC808 Chassis Manual Dummy Drive Drive Tray Figure 5-3: Chassis Drive Carrier The drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airflow in the drive bays. ! Warning: Except for short periods of time (swapping hard drives), do not operate the server with the carriers abscent. 1 1 Figure 5-4: Removing Dummy Drive from Carrier Installing a Drive into the Hard Drive Carrier 1.
Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance SAS or SATA Hard Drive 4 4 Drive Tray Figure 5-5: Removing Hard Drive 3. Install a new drive into the carrier with the printed circuit board side facing downward so that the mounting holes align with those in the carrier. 4. Secure the hard drive by tightening all six screws. 5. Use the open handle to slide the drive carrier into the chassis. 6. Close the drive carrier handle.
SC808 Chassis Manual 5-4 Installing the Motherboard I/O Shields Figure 5-6: I/O Shield Placement I/O Shield The I/O shield holds the motherboard ports in place. The I/O shield does not require installation, however, the motherboard must match up with the I/O shield. Permanent and Optional Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and the chassis surface. The SC808 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations used by the motherboards.
Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Remove these screws Figure 5-7: Expansion Card Bracket 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 and open the chassis cover. 3. Remove the expansion card brackets. To do this: A. Remove screw securing the expansion card bracket to the chassis. B.
SC808 Chassis Manual 8. Connect the cables between the motherboard, backplane, chassis, front panel, and power supply, as needed. Also, fans may be temporarily removed to allow access to the backplane ports. 9. Replace the expansion card bracket and secure the bracket with a screw. Expansion Slot Setup SC808 chassis includes I/O slots for expansion cards. Each side supports one low profile, half-length expansion card for a total of two per system.
Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Expansion Card Bracket Screw Expansion Card Bracket Riser Card PCI Slot Cover Expansion Card Figure 5-9: I/O Shield Placement 4. Connect the expansion card to the riser card and slide the expansion card "L" bracket in to the rear expansion card slot. 5. Close the expansion card slot clip. 6. Close the chassis cover and reconnect the chassis to the power source. Note: Under normal circumstances, the riser card and expansion card bracket are not separated.
SC808 Chassis Manual 5-5 Installing the Air Shrouds Air Shrouds Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The SC808 chassis air shroud does not require screws to set up. The SC808 chassis requires two identical air shrouds. Installing an Air Shroud 1. Confirm that all six fans are in place and working properly 2. Place the first air shroud into the chassis. The air shroud sits behind the system fans. Each air shroud covers three fans. 3.
Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-6 Checking the Air Flow Checking Air Flow 1. Make sure there are no objects obstructing airflow in and out of the server. In addition, if you are using a front bezel, make sure the bezel's filter is replaced periodically. 2. Do not operate the server without drives or drive carriers in the drive bays. Use only recommended server parts. 3. Make sure no wires or foreign objects obstruct air flow through the chassis.
SC808 Chassis Manual 5-7 System Fans Six fans provide cooling for the chassis. These fans circulate air through the chassis as a means of lowering the chassis internal temperature. The SC808 system fans are hot-swappable. There is no need to power-down the system when switching fans. Rubber Feet Figure 5-10: System Fan Changing a System Fan 1. If necessary, open the chassis while the power is running to determine which fan has failed.
Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Figure 5-11: System Fan Placement 5-13
SC808 Chassis Manual 5-8 Power Supply Depending on your chassis model, the SC808 Chassis has a 780, 980 or 1200 Watt power supply. This power supply is auto-switching capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage. An amber light will be illuminated on the power supply when the power is off. An illuminated green light indicates that the power supply is operating. Power Supply Replacement The SC808 chassis utilizes one power supply.
Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Changing the Power Supply 1. Power down the chassis and unplug the AC power cord. 2. Push the release tab (on the back of the power supply) as illustrated. 3. Pull the power supply out using the handle provided. 4. Push the new power supply module into the power bay until you hear a click. 5. Plug the AC power cord back into the module and power up the server.
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Chapter 6: Rack Installation Chapter 6 Rack Installation 6-1 Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to install the chassis into a rack. Following the steps in the order given should enable you to have the system installed within a minimal amount of time. 6-2 Unpacking the System 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 you should file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.
SC808 Chassis Manual Warnings and Precautions! • Rack Precautions Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to the floor with the full weight of the rack resting on them. • In single rack installation, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. • In multiple rack installations, the racks should be coupled together. • • • • • • • • Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a component from the rack. You should extend only one component at a time.
Chapter 6: Rack Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).
SC808 Chassis Manual 6-4 Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the SC808 chassis into a rack unit with the rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using. NOTE: This rail will fit a rack between 26" and 33.5" deep.
Chapter 6: Rack Installation 1 12 13 Figure 6-2: Installing the Inner Rail Extension Installing the Inner Rail Extension The SC808 chassis includes a set of inner rails in two sections: Inner rails and inner rail extensions. The inner rails are preattached and do not interfere with normal use of the chassis if you decide not to use a server rack. Attach the inner rail extension to stabilize the chassis within the rack. Installing the Inner Rails 1.
SC808 Chassis Manual Secure to the Front of the Rack Attach Outer Racks together Secure to the Rear of the Rack Figure 6-3: Assembling the Outer Rails Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack 1. Attach the short bracket to the outside of the long bracket. You must align the pins with the slides. Also, both bracket ends must face the same direction. 2. Adjust both the short and long brackets to the proper distance so that the rail fits snugly into the rack. 3.
Chapter 6: Rack Installation C 1 B 1 1A Figure 6-4: Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack 1. Confirm that chassis includes the inner rails (A) and rail extensions (B). Also, confirm that the outer rails (C) are installed on the rack. 2. Line chassis rails (A and B) with the front of the rack rails (C). 3. Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even on both sides (you may have to depress the locking tabs when inserting).
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Appendix A: Cables, Screws and Other Accessories Appendix A Cables, Screws, and other Accessories A-1 Overview This appendix lists supported cables for your chassis system. It only includes the most commonly used components and configurations. For more compatible cables, refer to the manufacturer of the motherboard you are using and our Web site at: www.supermicro.com.
SC808 Chassis Manual A-4 Compatible Cables These cables are compatible with the SC808 chassis. Alternate SAS/SATA Cables Some compatible motherboards have different connectors. If your motherboard has only one SAS connector that the SAS/SATA cables must share, use one of the following cables. These cables must be purchased separately. Cable Name: SAS Cable Quantity: 1 Part #: CBL-0175L Alt.
Appendix A: Cables, Screws and Other Accessories Front Panel to the Motherboard The SC808 chassis includes a cable to connect the chassis front panel to the motherboard. If your motherboard uses a different connector, use the following list to find a compatible cable.
SC808 Chassis Manual A-5 Chassis Screws The chassis and accessory box includes all of the screws needed to setup your chassis. This section includes descriptions of the most common screws used. Your chassis may not require all of the parts listed. M/B HARD DRIVE Flat head 6-32 x 5 mm [0.197] Pan 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 3 x 5 mm [0.197] Round head 2.6 x 5 mm [0.
Appendix B: Power Supply Specifications Appendix B SC808 Power Supply Specifications This appendix lists power supply specifications for your chassis system. SC808LT-780B and SC808T-780B 780W MFR Part # PWS-781-1S Rated AC Voltage 180 - 240V 50 - 60Hz 5 - 3.
SC808 Chassis Manual SC808T-1200B 1200W MFR Part # PWS-1K21P-1R 100 - 140V 50 - 60Hz 7.
Appendix C: SAS-808 Backplane Specifications Appendix C SAS-808 Backplane Specifications To avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps listed below when accessing your system or handling the components. C-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.
SC808 Chassis Manual C-3 An Important Note to Users All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest PCB Revision available at the time of publishing. The card you have received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual. C-4 Introduction to the SAS-808 Backplane The SAS-808 backplane has been designed to utilize the most up-to-date technology available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality performance.
Appendix C: SAS-808 Backplane Specifications C-5 Front Connectors 1 1 JP13 GND SAS808 +5V J6 GND 1 +12V JP10 REV 1.0 +12V GND GND +5V J8 J5 J7 #3 D3 #2 13 14 15 #0 #1 12 Figure C-1: Front Connectors D15 D13 D12 D14 D7 #0 J2 J3 SAS SAS #2 #1 1. Power connectors (4-pin) JP10 and JP13 2. SAS Port #0 J5 3. SAS Port #1 J6 4. SAS Port #2 J7 5.
SC808 Chassis Manual C-6 Front Connectors and Pin Definitions 1. Backplane Main Power Connectors The 4-pin connectors, designated JP10 and JP13, provide power to the backplane. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Backplane Main Power 4-Pin Connector Pin# Definition 1 2 and 3 4 2. - 5. SAS Ports The SAS ports are used to connect the SAS drive cables. The four ports are designated #0 - #4. Each port is also compatible with SATA drives.
Appendix C: SAS-808 Backplane Specifications C-7 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions JP13 JP10 GND SAS808 +5V REV 1.0 J6 GND 1 +12V +12V GND GND +5V J8 J5 J7 #3 D3 #2 #0 #1 JP18 JP13 GND +5V D7 J7 JP25 D14 GND D15 D13 +12V D12 J2 SAS J3 SAS SAS 28R SAS #3 C-2: Front Jumpers D3 #2Figure J4 #2 #1 #0 D8 D6 D5 J1 Explanation of Jumpers Connector Pins To modify the operation of the backplane, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings.
SC808 Chassis Manual Front LED Indicators JP13 JP10 GND SAS808 +5V REV 1.
JP13 #2 SAS808 REV 1.
SC808 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.
