User`s manual

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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 and Chassis Bays
Chassis include one slim CD-ROM bay, one slim oppy disc drive bay, one front port
panel, and 16 hard drive bays. Most chassis models include a DVD-ROM. Floppy
disc drives and hard drives must be purchased separately. For the latest shipping
lists, visit our Web site at: http://www.supermicro.com.
Backplane
Each SC836 chassis comes with a 3U backplane. Depending on our order, your
backplane will accept SAS/SATA drives, SAS only, or SCSI drives. For more in-
formation 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 SC836 chassis accepts ve system fans with an optional fth fan. System fans
for SC836 chassis are powered from the serverboard. These fans are 3U compatible
and are powered by 3-pin connectors.
Mounting Rails