Supermicro SC512 - Manual

v Preface Table of Contents About This Manual ............................................................................................. iiiManual Organization ..........................................................................................iv Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview ...........

vii Preface Installing the Inner Rail Extension .................................................................. 6-5Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack ............................................................. 6-6Installing the Chassis into a Rack...............................................

Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview Supermicro’s SC512 1U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design. The chassis is equipped with a high-efficiency power supply in a small form factor for optimized space efficiency. The following chart lists model numbers and features currently available...

SC512 Chassis Manual 1-2 1-2 Chassis Features The SC512 1U high-performance chassis supports a wide range of features. See the Chassis Components section of this manual for a list of featues included in each of the SC512 models. CPU The SC512 chassis supports a DP and/or UP Xeon, Pentium D, P3/P4 pr...

1-3 Chapter 1 Introduction 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: [email protected] (General Information)[email protected] (Technical Support) Web Site: www.sup...

SC512 Chassis Manual 1-4 1-4 Returning Merchandise for Service A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required be-fore any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When retur...

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 setup assume...

2-3 Chapter 2: System Safety 2-5 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 re- • moved away from the system or on a table so that they won’t accidentally be stepped on. While working o...

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...

SC512 Chassis Manual 3-2 Power Supply Each SC512 chassis model includes a high-efficiency power supply rated at 200, 260, 280, 350, 410 or 580 Watts. In the unlikely event your power supply fails, replacement is simple and can be done without tools. Air Shroud Air shrouds are shields, usually plasti...

4-1 Chapter 4: System Interface Chapter 4 System Interface 4-1 Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel and 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. Most SC512 models have two but...

SC512 Chassis Manual 4-2 4-2 Control Panel Buttons There are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis. These are a reset button and a power on/off button.  Reset: The reset button is used to reboot the system.  Power: The main power switch is used to apply or remove power from the powe...

5-1 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 mainte-nance on the chassis. The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Phillips head and a f...

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-2 5-3 Removing the Chassis Cover Removing the Chassis Cover Remove the screws holding the chassis cover in place. 1. Apply pressure to the middle front of the chassis cover. 2. Slide the cover toward the rear of the chassis. 3. Figure 5-1: Removing the Chassis Cover Warning: E...

5-3 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-4 Installing Hard Drives Installing a Hard Drive Before adding a hard drive, you must remove the DVD-ROM/CD-ROM drive. Open the chassis cover. 1. If you have not already done so, remove the fan tray. For more information on 2. removing the fan tray, see...

5-5 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Important Motherboard Installation Information Before installing the motherboard, be aware of the following: I/O Shield Backplate The backplate holds the motherboard ports in place. Your motherboard must match SC512 backplate. If your motherboard does not...

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-6 Figure 5-6: Installing the Motherboard Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and the chassis surface. The SC512 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations used by most motherboards. These standoffs accept the rounded Phil...

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-8 Expansion Slot Setup SC512 chassis includes a slot for one full height/full length add-on card and a riser card. The riser card allows the expansion card to fit within the small 1U form. The expansion card slot does not require a screw to hold the card in place. Figure 5-8: ...

5-9 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance 5-7 Installing the Air Shroud Figure 5-10: Installing the Air Shroud in the SC512 Chassis Installing The Air Shroud Confirm that the air shroud matches your chassis model. 1. Place the air shroud in the chassis. The shroud sets directly behind the sys- 2....

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-10 Checking the Airflow in the Chassis Make sure there are no objects to obstruct airflow in and out of the server. 1. Do not operate the server without drives or drive trays in the drive bays. Use 2. only recommended server parts. Make sure no wires or foreign objects obstruc...

5-11 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Three heavy duty fans provide cooling for the chassis. These fans circulate air through the chassis as a means of lowering the chassis internal temperature. The SC512F-280 chassis accepts two fans instead of three. 5-8 System Fans System Fan Tray Systems...

SC512 Chassis Manual 5-12 System Fan Tray Replacement Installing the System Fan Tray Power down the system. 1. Disconnect each fan from the motherboard. 2. Lift the system fan tray and fans from the chassis. Retain the rubber mount- 3. ings that encircle the tray rivets. Place the fans into the new ...

5-13 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Maintenance Depending on your chassis model the SC512 chassis has a 200, 269, 280, 350, 410 or 520 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...

6-1 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. 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 show...

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-2 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 ...

6-3 Chapter 6: 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...

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-4 6-4 Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the SC512 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 th...

6-5 Chapter 6: Rack Installation Installing the Inner Rails Place the inner rail on the side of the chassis aligning the hooks of the chas- 1. sis with the rail holes. Slide the rail toward the front of the chassis to secure the rail in place. 2. Secure the chassis with four screws. 3. Repeat steps ...

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-6 Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack Installing the Outer Rails Attach the short bracket to the outside of the long bracket. You must align the 1. pins with the slides. Also, both bracket ends must face the same direction. Adjust both the short and long brackets to the pro...

6-7 Chapter 6: Rack Installation SCALE 0.380 Figure 6-4: Installing the Outer Rails to the Server Rack 1 3 1 3 1 2

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-8 Figure 6-5: Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing the Chassis Confirm that the inner rails are attached to the chassis. Also, confirm that the 1. outer rails are installed on the rack. Align chassis rails with the front of the rack ...

6-9 Chapter 6: Rack Installation Mid-Mount Telco Rack The SC512.supports Telco rack installation. The SC512 chassis compact design allows the chassis to be installed into a Telco rack without the use of rails. Installing the Chassis into a Rack in Mid-Mount Position Instaling into a Mid-Mount Positi...

SC512 Chassis Manual 6-10 Figure 6-7: Installing the Server into a Telco Rack SCALE 1:2 SCALE 1:2 Hold the chassis in the telco rack and screw the chassis to the rack using the 3. three screw holes located in the chassis ears. The chassis is held in place by the chassis ears and does not slide in an...

A-1 Appendix A: SC512 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 motherb...

A-5 Appendix A: SC512 Chassis Cables A-3 Routing the Chassis Cables In order for the SC512 chassis to perform safely and efficiently, it is important that the cables are routed correctly. Follow the instructions below and review both the cabling diagram and photograph to ensure that the cabling has ...

B-1 Appendix B: SC512F Power Supply Specifications Appendix B Power Supply Specifications This appendix lists power supply specifications for your chassis system. SC512C Chassis Models 200 260 MFR Part # PWS-0043 PWS-0055 Rated AC Voltage 100 - 240V 60 - 50Hz 5 - 3A 100 - 240V 60 - 50Hz 4A Max +5V s...