Page 2 - ii; WARNING: Handling of lead solder materials used; Printed in the United States of America
ii SC502-200B Chassis Manual Manual Revision 1.0 Release Date: December 6, 2007 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 u...
Page 3 - iii; Preface; About This Manual
iii 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 SC502 chassis. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. Supermicro’s SC502 chassis...
Page 4 - iv; Manual Organization
iv 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 SC502 chassis. This chapter also includes contact information. Chapter 2 System Safety This chapter lists warnings, precautions...
Page 5 - Table of Contents; Chapter 1 Introduction
v Preface Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Shipping List .................................................................................................... 1-1Part...
Page 7 - Part Numbers; Model
Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview Supermicro’s SC502 chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design. The chassis is equipped with high efficiency 80%+ low noise power supply. 1-2 Shipping List Part Numbers Please visit the following link for the latest shiping lists and part numbers for your...
Page 8 - -3 Where to get Replacement Components
SC502 Chassis Manual 1-2 1-3 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...
Page 9 - Chapter 1: Introduction; -4 Contacting SuperMicro; Headquarters
1-3 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: [email protected] (General Information)[email protected] (Technical Support) Web Site: www.su...
Page 10 - Notes
Page 11 - Chapter 2; -2 Warnings and Precautions
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 assum...
Page 12 - -4 Electrical Safety Precautions
SC502 Chassis Manual 2-2 2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SC502 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, disconnecti...
Page 13 - -5 General Safety Precautions
2-3 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 ...
Page 15 - Chassis
3-1 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 instructio...
Page 16 - -3 Where to get Replacement Components
SC502 Chassis Manual 3-2 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...
Page 17 - Chapter 4; Review the warnings and precautions listed in the manual be-
4-1 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 mainte-nance on the chassis. The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Phillips screwdriver....
Page 18 - -2 Removing the Chassis Cover; Warning: Except for short periods of time, do NOT operate the
SC502 Chassis Manual 4-2 A 1 B C D E F G H I J K L M 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DESIGN / ³]-p : MODEL NO./ ¾÷«¬ : SIZE/¹Ï®Ø APPROVED / ¼f®Ö : DRAWN / ø¹Ï : MATERIAL / §÷½è : UNIT / ³æ¦ì : FINISH / ªí-±³B¸Ì : DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: TITLE / «~¦W : PART NO. / ®Æ¸¹ : Ablecom Technology Inc. A B...
Page 19 - -3 Installing the Hard Drives; directly into the chassis
4-3 Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance A 1 B C D E F G H I J K L M 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DESIGN / ³]-p : MODEL NO./ ¾÷«¬ : SIZE/¹Ï®Ø APPROVED / ¼f®Ö : DRAWN / ø¹Ï : MATERIAL / §÷½è : UNIT / ³æ¦ì : FINISH / ªí-±³B¸Ì : DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: TITLE / «~¦W : PART NO. / ®Æ¸¹ : Ablecom...
Page 20 - -4 Installing the Motherboard; Chassis Standoffs
SC502 Chassis Manual 4-4 4-4 Installing the Motherboard Figure 4-4: Chassis Standoffs Chassis Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and the chassis surface. The SC502 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations used by Micro ATX 9.6" x 9.6"...
Page 21 - Motherboard Installation
4-5 Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Motherboard Installation Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar with component placement, requirements, precautions, and cable connec-tions. The SC502 chassis supports 9.6" x 9.6" Micro ATX motherboards. Refer to...
Page 22 - Card Slot
SC502 Chassis Manual 4-6 A 1 B C D E F G H I J K L M 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DESIGN / ³]-p : MODEL NO./ ¾÷«¬ : SIZE/¹Ï®Ø APPROVED / ¼f®Ö : DRAWN / ø¹Ï : MATERIAL / §÷½è : UNIT / ³æ¦ì : FINISH / ªí-±³B¸Ì : DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: TITLE / «~¦W : PART NO. / ®Æ¸¹ : Ablecom Technology Inc. A B...
Page 24 - -5 Installing the Heatsink
SC502 Chassis Manual 4-8 4-5 Installing the Heatsink The SC502 Chassis requires that a heatsink be used to conduct heat away from the motherboard. Unplug all power leading to the chassis. Align the holes of the heatsink with the mounting thru holes in the mother-board Using the screws of the heatsin...
Page 25 - Figure 4-10: Installing an Active Heatsink; Checking the Server's Air Flow
4-9 Chapter 4: Chassis Setup and Maintenance A 1 B C D E F G H I J K L M 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DESIGN / ³]-p : MODEL NO./ ¾÷«¬ : SIZE/¹Ï®Ø APPROVED / ¼f®Ö : DRAWN / ø¹Ï : MATERIAL / §÷½è : UNIT / ³æ¦ì : FINISH / ªí-±³B¸Ì : DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: TITLE / «~¦W : PART NO. / ®Æ¸¹ : Ablecom...
Page 26 - Replacing the Power Supply; Power Supply
SC502 Chassis Manual 4-10 A 1 B C D E F G H I J K L M 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DESIGN / ³]-p : MODEL NO./ ¾÷«¬ : SIZE/¹Ï®Ø APPROVED / ¼f®Ö : DRAWN / ø¹Ï : MATERIAL / §÷½è : UNIT / ³æ¦ì : FINISH / ªí-±³B¸Ì : DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: DATE / ¤é´Á: TITLE / «~¦W : PART NO. / ®Æ¸¹ : Ablecom Technology Inc. A ...
Page 29 - Chapter 5; -2 Unpacking the System; Choosing a Setup Location
5-1 Chapter 5: Rack Installation Chapter 5 Rack Installation 5-1 Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your chassis up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational in a minimal amount of time. 5-2 Unpacking the System ...
Page 30 - Warnings and Precautions!
SC502 Chassis Manual 5-2 This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and similar environments). 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 r...
Page 31 - Rack Mounting Considerations; Ambient Operating Temperature
5-3 Chapter 5: Rack Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera-ture of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room. Therefore, consideration should be giv...
Page 32 - -4 Rack Mounting Instructions; Installing the Chassis into a Rack:; Figure 5-1: Installing the Chassis into a Rack
SC502 Chassis Manual 5-4 5-4 Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the SC502 chassis into a rack unit 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 instructio...
Page 33 - Figure 5-2: Installing the Chassis into a Telco Rack
5-5 Chapter 5: Rack Installation Mid-Mount Telco Rack The SC502 supports Telco Rack installation. The SC502 chassis compact design allows the chassis to be installed into a Telco rack without the use of rails. Installing the Chassis into a Rack: Confirm that chassis includes the four mounting screws ...
Page 35 - A-2 Cables Included with SC502 Chassis; Type; A-3 Optional Accessories
A-1 Appendix A: Chassis Cables 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 yo...
Page 36 - Extending Power Cables; Power Cable Extenders; Number of Pins; Front Panel to the Motherboard
SC502 Chassis Manual A-2 The SNK-P00A4 active heatsink may only be used on specific motherboards, due to its larger 4" x 4" size. This is particularly important in systems utilizing Intel Celeron 400 series platforms. To ascertain which heatsink is appropriate for your motherboard, refer to t...
Page 37 - Front Panel to Motherboard Cable (Ribbon Cable)
A-3 Appendix A: Chassis Cables Front Panel to Motherboard Cable (Ribbon Cable) Number of Pins (Front Panel) Number of Pins (Motherboard Cable Part # 16 pin 16 pin CBL - 0049 16 pin 20 pin CBL - 0048 20 pin 20 pin CBL - 0047 16 pin various* CBL - 0068 20 pin various* CBL - 0067 * Split Cables: Use th...
Page 39 - Appendix B; Rated AC Voltage
B-1 Appendix B: Power Supply Specifications Appendix B Power Supply Specifications This appendix lists power supply specifications for your chassis system. 200W MFR Part # PWS-201-1H Rated AC Voltage 100 - 240V 50 - 60Hz 4-2Amp +5V standby 2 Amp +12V 16 Amp +5V 8 Amp +3.3V 8 Amp -12V 0.5 Amp
