Supermicro CSE-743I-500B computer case
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1. e o e Ba ACT 1 ACT 5 ACT 5 ACT 7 aj S EG ui av i 28 ES i aX p 28 B5 aY 28 E5 i A 1 i a LR A i ACT 0 ACT 2 ACT 4 ACT 6 D12 D14 D18 D22 Figure F 5 Rear LEDs Rear LED Indicators Rear LED Activity LED SATA Drive Number ACT O D12 SATA HDD 0 ACT 1 D13 SATA HDD 1 ACT2 D14 SATA HDD 2 ACT3 D15 SATA HDD 3 ACT4 D18 SATA HDD 4 ACT 5 D21 SATA HDD 5 ACT 6 D22 SATA HDD 6 ACT7 D25 SATA HDD 7 F 8 Appendix F SATA 743 Backplane Specifications Notes F 9 SC743 Chassis Manual Disclaimer cont The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life sup port systems medical equipment nuclear facilities or systems aircraft aircraft devices aircraft emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to per form be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage Accordingly Supermicro disclaims any and all liability and should buyer use or sell such products for use in such ultra hazardous applications it does so entirely at its own risk Furthermore buyer agrees to fully indemnify defend and hold Supermicro harmless for and against any and all claims demands actions litigation and proceedings of any kind arising out of or related to such ultra hazardous use or sale2. CeO ER SCAM avis Figure C 1 Mobile Rack Backplane Front Jumper Settings Jumper settings for the CSE M34S SCSI Jumper Description Setting JP14 Delay start Closed Enable Open Disable default JP18 Bumper Reset Closed Enable Open Disable default JP21 SCSI Termination Closed Enable Open Disable default JP24 SCSI ID Selection 1 2 SCSI IDs 0 1 2 3 4 default 2 3 SCSI IDs 9 10 11 12 13 C 4 Apppendix C CSE M34S CSE M34T Mobile Rack Specifications JP25 JP26 JP27 JP28 JP29 JP30 JP31 JP32 Overheat Tempera ture Common Act 1 Act 4 Common Act In Act 1 Fan Sense Common Act In Act 2 Common Act In Act 3 Common Act In Act 1 Common Act Out Open 45 degrees Celcius 1 2 50 degrees Celcius Default 2 3 55 degrees Celcius Connect this header to CBL 0057 SATA LED Cable Closed Enable Open Disable default 1 2 Enabled if a fan is not present the alarm will sound default 2 3 Disabled Closed Enable Open Disable default Closed Enable Open Disable default Closed Enable Open Disable default Closed Enable Open Disable default C 5 SC743 Chassis Manual Jumper Settings and Locations for the CSE M35T SATA Figure C 2 Jumper Locations JP25 SUPERO SATAM
3. Accessing the Backplane 1 Remove the screws located on the back of the mobile rack unit as shown 2 Pull out the rear fan bracket gil Q A 4 Remove the backplane Figure C 6 Accessing the Backplane C 9 SC743 Chassis Manual Notes Apppendix D CSE M35S CSE M35T1 Mobile Rack Specifications Appendix D CSE M35S CSE M35T1 Mobile Rack Specifications D 1 Overview Supermicro s CSE M35S CSE M35T1 mobile rack series offers cutting edge technology with greater flexibility The CSE M35T1 supports five serial ATA hot swappable hard drives that yield an unparalleled storage capacity without com promising productivity by eliminating possible system down time The CSE M35S accommodates five SCSI SCA 3201160 hard drives which provide configuration flexibility and maximum data integrity If your system is running on a VVindovvs operating system refer to section 4 11 of this manual for instructions on installing the appropriate drivers required by the backplane of the CSE M35S or CSE M35T1 mobile rack D 2 Packing List Check to see if you have received all the items listed belovv e CSE M35S CSE M35T1 mobile rack e 90mm exhaust fan Fan 0057 e Screws thirteen 13 counts of flat head screws twenty four 24 counts of round head screws seven 7 counts of round head screws with lock washer Drive carrier Five 5 CSE PT17 CSE PT17 B black For CSE M35T1 only e Serial ATA backplane
4. 1 3 SC743 Chassis Manual 1 5 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 returning to the manufacturer the RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton and mailed prepaid or hand carried Shipping and handling charges vvill be applied for all orders that must be mailed vvhen service is complete For faster service RMA authorizations may be requested online http www supermicro com support rma Whenever possible repack the chassis in the original Supermicro carton using the original packaging material If these are no longer available be sure to pack the chassis securely using packaging material to surround the chassis so that it does not shift within the carton and become damaged during shipping This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages in curred in shipping or from failure due to the alteration misuse abuse or improper maintenance of products During the warranty period contact your distributor first for any product problems 1 4 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 shou
5. Note For the SC942 chassis the CSE M35 rear exhaust fan should not be used Instead the hot swappable 120mm chassis fans included with the SC942 chassis should be connected to the backplane of the CSE M35S CSE M35T1 mobile rack Figure D 7 Removing the Exhaust Fan D 7 SC743 Chassis Manual D 7 Removing the Backplane 1 Remove the screw located on the side of the storage module as shown Figure D 8 Removing the Rear Bracket Screw 2 Pull the rear bracket out of the storage module Figure D 9 Removing the Rear Bracket D 8 Apppendix D CSE M35S CSE M35T1 Mobile Rack Specifications 3 Remove the backplane Figure D 10 Removing the Backplane D 9 SC743 Chassis Manual Notes Safety Information and Technical Specifications Appendix E SAS 743TQ 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 E 1 ESD Safety Guidelines Electrostatic Discharge ESD can damage electronic components To prevent dam age to your system it is important to handle it very carefully The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge Touch a grounded metal object before removing a component from the antistatic bag Handle the backplane by its edges only do not to
6. xeowamp Fred zerr Naka 1 3 Where to get Replacement Components Although 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 A list of Supermicro Authorized Distributors System Integrators Reseller can be found at http www supermicro com Click the Where to Buy link 1 2 Chapter 1 Introduction 1 4 Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address Tel Fax Email Web Site Europe Address Tel Fax Email Asia Pacific Address Tel Fax Web Site Technical Support Email Tel Super Micro Computer Inc 980 Rock Ave San Jose CA 95131 U S A 1 408 503 8000 1 408 503 8008 marketing supermicro com General Information support supermicro com Technical Support www supermicro com Super Micro Computer B V Het Sterrenbeeld 28 5215 ML s Hertogenbosch The Netherlands 31 0 73 6400390 31 0 73 6416525 sales supermicro nl General Information support supermicro nl Technical Support rma Osupermicro ni Customer Support Super Micro Computer Inc 4F No 232 1 Liancheng Rd Chung Ho 235 Taipei County Taiwan R O C 886 2 8226 3990 886 2 8226 3991 www supermicro com tw support supermicro com tw 886 2 8226 1900
7. CHASSIS ics csyuessivs se sht n p rdo ca a ii ca ile EPET i a i le cati 3 1 Mounting tora Rack Option al Posa shtes s GRAN her a 3 1 Power SUPPLY asceza dd aaa ve dh 3 1 3 3 Where to get Replacement Components nenea nenea 3 2 3 4 Front LED Panel sii aeriene acea caca caca at i ta ia is GANANG 3 2 3 5 Control Panel Buttons ve 3 3 3 6 Control Panel WEDS scie aie aan edi int a e dea dl 3 3 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4 1 OVER VIGW sasas ceeace dace de st ai ANEK ush k n a d Ra ad ti ta 4 1 4 2 Removing the Chassis Covel ana at a pac e i eta 4 2 4 3 Accessing the Hot Swappable Drive Trays mmm 4 3 4 4 Installing Fixed Hard Drives in SC743i Series Chassis Models 4 4 4 5 Installing Hard Drives into the Drive Trays 4 6 Configuring the Storage Module sn ssis aaa ananas nenea nenea nenea en Storage Module Options aaa pa aaa mc aa a Us a ae aa E 4 7 Removing and Replacing the System Fans sauna aaa enen eee 4 8 SC743TQ 865B SQ Cooling System aan nane eee venes eee eee 4 8 Standard Cooling Systems L kis dhu ae kov det a a al ave ke 4 8 4 8 Removing the Air Shroud SC743 Chassis Manual 4 9 4 10 4 11 4 12 4 13 Installing the Motherboard ses ceea o a a ac Prev hasi net reve Installing Expansion CANAS as cica shes oa ae NANA e i i a Power SUD DI ekuitetit 465 500 645 650 665 and 865 Watt Power Supplies 700 Watt Power Supplyi sers zon drei r s ea S c
8. CSE M35S CSE M35T1 Mobile Rack Specifications D 5 Installing the Hard Drive For the CSE M35S 1 SCSI IDs are assigned automatically by the backplane Do not set IDs manu ally on the driver See the previous section for SCSI ID jumper settings 2 SCSI termination is enabled by default on the SCSI backplane Accessing the Hot Svvappable Drives Accessing Drives 1 Push the release button located beside the drive LEDs as shown 2 Swing the handle outward Release Buttons Figure D 3 Hard Drive Release Buttons D 5 SC743 Chassis Manual Figure D 4 Removing the Hard Drives 3 Pull out the hard drive 4 Place the hard drive into a drive tray 5 Insert the screws through the mounting holes and into the hard drive 6 Replace the hard drive and the hard drive tray into the mobile storage rack Figure D 5 Installing the Hard Drives into the Drive Tray Warning Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers For information on rec ommended HDDs visit the Supermicro Web site at http www supermicro com products nfo files storage SAS 1 CompList 110909 pdf D 6 Apppendix D CSE M35S CSE M35T1 Mobile Rack Specifications D 6 Removing the Exhaust Fan 1 Squeeze the two tabs located on both sides of the exhaust fan as shown Figure D 6 Removing the Exhaust Fan 2 Gently pull the fan away from the back of the mobile storage rack
9. CSE SATAM35 e Five 5 serial ATA cables CBL 0044 e Serial ATA LED cable CBL 0057 D 1 SC743 Chassis Manual D 3 Technical Specifications Occupancy Capacity Cooling Subsystem Monitoring Dimension WxHxD VVeight Three 3 5 25 drive bays Five 5 SCA Ultra 3201160 hard drives vvith SAF TE built in CSE M35S only Five 5 1 host receptacle connectors SATA hot swappable hard drives CSE M35T 1 only One 1 9cm exhaust fan Fan fail detection LED and alarm Overheat LED indication Drive fail alarm indication CSE M35S only Built in termination CSE M35S only 146mm x 129mm x 245mm 5 7 in x 5 0 in x 9 5 in Net 5 9lb 2 9 kg Gross 7 5lb 3 7 kg D 2 Apppendix D CSE M35S CSE M35T1 Mobile Rack Specifications D 4 Jumper Settings Jumper Settings for the CSE M35S SCSI Mobile Rack 9 9 e JP29 p we nee pm te FAN mn Zotta t JP25 OH TEMP OPEN 50 C P30 FAN SENSE 1 2 58 C 1 2 ENABLE 2 3 60 C 2 3 DISABLE JP2 CSI ID SELECT P25 GEM318 ID H A DOZA DAG 115 JP14 DELAY START JP21 SCSI TERM ON WTH TERM OFF NO TERM e 55 SUPER SCAM942 poy S REV 1 00 5 57 N Li Figure D 1 Jumper Locations SCSI Jumper Description Setting JP18 Bumper Reset Closed Enable
10. Open Disable Default JP21 SCSI Termination Closed Enable Open Disable Default JP24 SCSI ID Selection 1 2 SCSI IDs O 1 2 3 4 Default 2 3 SCSI IDs 9 10 11 12 13 JP29 GEM 318 IDs 1 2 iD6 default JP30 Fan Sensor Pins 1 2 Enable default If a fan is not present the alarm will sound Pins 2 3 Disable D 3 SC743 Chass is Manual Location of Jumpers ART Ya C LI ICE CD Li CE nu SENYLYS 43dNG Lali Lali e 7 Channel 1 IA Channel 42 Channel 4 Channel 3 JP26 A N e Channel 45 Activity LEDs Pin Definitions Act LED 1 Act LED 2 Act LED 3 Act LED 4 Act LED5 Key gcoM ACTS acta AT ACT3 ACTS ACT2 Acts E ACTI Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4 Channel 5 Figure D 2 Jumper Locations SATA Jumper Settings for the CSE M35T1 SATA Mobile Rack Jumper Description Setting JP18 Buzzer Reset Closed Enable Open Disable Default JP25 Overheat Temperature Open 45 C 1 2 50 C Default 2 3 55 C JP26 Act 1 Act 5 Connect this header to CBL0057 SATA LED cable JP28 Fan Sense 1 1 Enabled if a fan is not present the alarm will sound Default 2 3 Disabled D 4 Apppendix D
11. 4 Rated AC Voltage 5V standby 12V 5V 3 3V 12V 645W PWS 0060 100 240V 50 60Hz 11 5 Amp 4 0 Amp 46 Amp 30 0 Amp 30 0 Amp 0 6 Amp MFR Part Rated AC Voltage 5V standby 112V 5V 3 3V 12V 650W PWS 0056 100 240V 50 60Hz 11 5Amp 4 0 Amp 46 Amp 30 0 Amp 30 0 Amp 0 6 Amp MFR Part Rated AC Voltage 5V standby 112V 45V 3 3V 12V 665W PWS 665 PQ 100 240V 50 60Hz 10 5 Amp 6 Amp 54 0 Amp 30 0 Amp 24 Amp 0 5 Amp B 2 MFR Part 4 Rated AC Voltage 5V standby 12V 5V 3 3V 12V Appendix B Power Supply Specifications R760W PWS 0056 100 240V 50 60Hz 14 8 Amp 3 5 Amp 50 0 Amp 36 0 Amp 36 0 Amp 1 0 Amp MFR Part Rated AC Voltage 5V standby 112V 5V 3 3V 12V 865W PWS 865 PQ 100 240V 50 60Hz 12 6 Amp 6 5 Amp 70 0 Amp 30 0 Amp 30 0 Amp 1 0 Amp B 3 SC743 Chassis Manual Notes B 4 Apppendix C CSE M34S CSE M34T Mobile Rack Specifications Appendix C CSE M34S CSE M34T Mobile Rack Specifications C 1 Overview This manual is written for system integrators PC technicians and knowledgeable PC users It provides detailed information for the installation and use of the CSE M34S CSE M34T mobile rack The Supermicro CSE M34S CSE M34T mobile rack offers cutting edge technolgy with greater flexibility The CSE M3
12. 6 Configuring the Storage Module Storage Module Options The storage module can configured to accomodate a variety of data storage devices such as CD IDE DVD tape and floppy drives The chassis may be rotated from a vertical tower position to a horizontal rack mounting position to accomdate use of these devices The following configurations may be used in the SC743 chassis e 5 25 Drives Install any combination of three 5 25 devices e 3 5 Drives Install three 3 5 fixed hard drives in a 5 25 peripheral drive bay or install five hot swappable hard drives by using an M35 mobile rack inside the storage module e Tower Configuration Rotate the chassis into an upright tower position Remove the storage module rotate it 90 degrees and reinstall it back into the chassis e Mobile Rack Remove the storage module and replace it with either the CSEOM34T or CSSE M35S T1 mobile rack Removing the Storage Module 1 Locate the release tab on top of the storage module as shown below Press the release tab to unlock the storage module 2 Once unlocked push the module forward and out of the chassis Figure 4 5 Removing the Storage Module 4 6 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Configuring the Storage Module for 5 25 Devices 1 Remove the 5 25 drive trays from the storage module Remove the screws and drive tray brackets from the drive trays Install the 5 25 devices into the storage module Replace the
13. 8 pin ribbon cable for Gi Cable 1958 SGPIO supports up to 4 drives 8 26 F CBL 0216L Cable 210mm 4 pin to 4 pin fan power cable SC743i Series Part Type Length Description CBL 0087 Cable 20 Round 16 pin to 16 pin front panel ribbon cable CBL 0084 Cable 6 Split converter cable 8 26 8 s CBL 0209L Cable 210mm 4 pin to 3 pin fan power cable 8 26 4 pin to 4 pin fan power cable CBL 0216L Cable 210mm optional A 2 Appendix A Chassis Cables Extending Power Cables Although Supermicro chassis are designed with to be efficient and cost effective some compatible motherboards have power connectors located in different areas To use these motherboards you may have to extend the power cables to the mother boards To do this use the following chart as a guide Power Cable Extenders Number of Pins Cable Part 4 Length 24 pin CBL 0042 7 9 20 CM 20 pin CBL 0059 7 9 20 CM 8 pin CBL 0062 7 9 20 CM 4 pin CBL 0060 7 9 20 CM Front Panel to the Motherboard The SC743 chassis includes a cable to connect the chassis front panel to the motherboard If your motherboard uses a different connector use the following chart to find a compatible cable Front Panel to Motherboard Cable Ribbon Cable e Ue Cable Par 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 ca
14. Gb ale EE ele HE Gunman A ni MO TE CET TTT Ai o oo o o o Figure E 1 Front Connectors JTAG Connector JP47 Upgrade Connector JP46 Chip MG9072 Power Connectors 4 pin JP10 and JP13 ACT IN JP26 Sideband Connector 2 JP52 Sideband Connector 1 JP51 C Connector 2 JP45 E 3 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 2C Connector 1 JP44 SAS Port 40 J5 SAS Port 41 J6 SAS Port 42 J7 SAS Port 43 J8 SAS Port 4 J10 SAS Port 5 J12 SAS Port 46 J14 SAS Port 47 J16 SAS 743TQ Backplane User s Guide E 6 Front Connector and Pin Definitions 1 and 2 JTAG Connector and Upgrade Connectors The JTAG and upgrade connectors desig nated JP47 and JP46 are used for diag nostic purposes These connectors should be used by a certified and experienced technician 3 MG9072 Chip The MG9072 is an enclosure management chip that supports the SES 2 controller and SES 2 protocols 4 Backplane Main Power Connectors Backplane Main Power The 4 pin connectors designated JP10 and 4 Pin Connector JP13 provide power to the backplane See Pin Definition the table on the right for p
15. LIABILITY FOR ANY HARDWARE SOFTWARE OR DATA STORED OR USED WITH THE PRODUCT INCLUDING THE COSTS OF REPAIRING REPLACING INTEGRATING INSTALLING OR RECOVERING SUCH HARDWARE SOFTWARE OR DATA Any disputes arising between manufacturer and customer shall be governed by the laws of Santa Clara County in the State of California USA The State of California County of Santa Clara shall be the exclusive venue for the resolution of any such disputes Super Micro s total liability for all claims will not exceed the price paid for the hardware product California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials This Perchlorate warning applies only to products containing CR Manganese Dioxide Lithium coin cells Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate WARNING Handling of lead solder materials used in this product may expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects and other reproductive harm Manual Revision 1 2c Release Date February 5 2010 Unless you request and receive written permission from Super Micro Computer Inc you may not copy any part of this document Information in this document is subject to change vvithout notice Other products and companies referred to herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or mark holders Copyright O 2010 by Super Micro Computer Inc All rights re
16. clean dust free area that is well ventilated Avoid areas where heat electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated You will also need it placed near a grounded power outlet Be sure to read the Rack and Server Pre cautions in the next section 5 3 Preparing for Setup The box your chassis was shipped in should include four mounting screws which you will need if you intend to install the system into a rack Please read this section in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure outlined in the sections that follow Choosing a Setup Location e Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door completely 25 inches e Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in back of the rack to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing 5 1 SC743 Chassis Manual e This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location dedicated equipment rooms service closets and similar environments Warnings and Precautions Rack Precautions e 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 e In single rack installation stabilizers should be attached to the rack e In multiple rack installations the racks should be coupled together e Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a component from the rack e You should extend only one component at a time Ex
17. failure LED indicator Red light flashing Buzzer On if activated E 9 SAS 743TQ Backplane User s Guide E 8 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators J1 SAS 0 SAS 1 SAS 2 SAS 3 SAS 4 SAS 5 SAS 6 SAS 7 J2 J3 J4 J9 J11 J13 J15 D5 D6 D7 DS D19 D20 JD23 D26 v v v v v v v v E E E E E E E E E g E E E E E E A a a as a a a A D12 D13 D14 D15 D18 D21 D22 D25 Figure E 4 Rear Connectors Rear SAS SATA Connectors Rear Connector SAS Drive Number SAS 40 SAS SATA HHD 0 SAS 1 SAS SATA HHD 1 SAS 2 SASISATA HHD 2 SAS 3 SAS SATA HHD 3 SAS 4 SAS SATA HHD 4 SAS 5 SAS SATA HHD 5 SAS 6 SASISATA HHD 6 SAS 7 SAS SATA HHD 7 Rear LED Indicators Rear LED Hard Drive Activity Failure LED SAS 0 D12 D5 SAS 1 D13 D6 SAS 2 D14 D7 SAS 43 D15 D8 SAS 4 D18 B19 SAS 5 D21 D20 SAS 6 D22 D23 SAS 47 D25 D26 E 10 Appendix F SATA 743 Backplane Specifications Appendix F SATA 743 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 F 1 ESD Safety Guidelines Electrostatic Discharge ESD can damage electronic components To prevent dam age to your system it is important to handle it very carefully The following measures are gener
18. from the system e Do not work alone when working with high voltage components e Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or in stalling 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 e When working around exposed electrical circuits another person who is fa miliar with the power off controls should be nearby to switch off the power if necessary e Use only one hand when working with powered on electrical equipment This is to avoid making a complete circuit which will cause electrical shock Use extreme caution when using metal tools which can easily damage any electrical components or circuit boards they come into contact with e Donotuse mats designed to decrease electrostatic discharge as protection from electrical shock Instead use rubber mats that have been specifically designed as electrical insulators e The power supply power cord must include a grounding plug and must be plugged into grounded electrical outlets e Serverboard battery CAUTION There is a danger of explosion if the on board battery is installed upside down which will reverse its polarities This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommen
19. front panel ribbon cable CBL 0084 Cable 6 Split converter cable CBL 0063L Cable 20 SCSI cable CBL 0062L Cable 7 9 12V 8 pin to 8 pin power connector extension cable CBL 0209L Cable pic 4 pin to 3 pin fan power cable 210mm p p p SC743S2 Series SCSI Part Type Length Description CBL 033L U320 Cable 9 Two drop SCSI ultra 320 cable CBL 0087 Cable 20 Round 16 pin to 16 pin front panel ribbon cable CBL 0084 Cable 6 Split converter cable CBL 0063L Cable 20 SCSI cable CBL 0062L Cable 7 9 12V8 pin to 8 pin power connector extension cable CBL 0209L Cable shee 4 pin to 3 pin fan power cable 210mm p p p A 1 SC743 Chassis Manual SCTA3T Series SAS SATA Part 4 CBL 0044L CBL 0087 CBL 0084 CBL 0062L CBL 0209L Type Cable Cable Cable Cable Cable Length 2 20 6 7 9 8 26 210mm Description SATA cable Amphenol Round 16 pin to 16 pin front panel ribbon cable Split converter cable 12V 8 pin to 8 pin power connector extension cable 4 pin to 3 pin fan power cable Note The SC743T 665 includes the first three cables above only plus CBL 0216L a 200mm 4 pin to 4 pin middle fan power extension cable SC743TQ Series SATA SCSI Part Type Length Description CBL 0044L Cable 2 SATA cable Amphenol CBL 0087 Gable 20 Round 16 pin to 16 pin front panel ribbon cable CBL 0084 Cable 6 Split converter cable 7 8 pin to
20. static discharge when handling compo nents After completing the above steps you can remove the chassis cover and install components and devices into the chassis as described in this chapter Removing the Chassis Cover 1 Press the release tab to unlock the cover 2 The release tab will pop open as shown 3 Slide the cover back and off of the chassis Figure 4 1 Removing the Chassis Cover 4 2 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4 3 Accessing the Hot Swappable Drive Trays Hot swappable drives may be removed and installed from the chassis without powering down the system and without opening the chassis cover Accessing and Installing Hard Drives 1 Unlock and open the drive tray door as shown 2 Press the release tab located on the drive tray door to release the drive tray from its locking position 3 Lift up the drive tray handle 4 Pull the drive tray door downward and pull the drive tray out from the chassis Note The orientation of the picture shown below is for rack mount systems Figure 4 2 Removing Hard Drive Trays 4 3 SC743 Chassis Manual 4 4 Installing Fixed Hard Drives in SC743i Series Chassis Models Disconnecting the Chassis from the Power Source 1 Turn off all peripheral devices and turn off the power supply to the SC743 2 Disconnect the AC power cord from the system 3 Disconnect all cables and label the cables for easy identification 4 Open the chassis cover a
21. 34 Pie J iro Channel 14 E TJ a u l EJ ti m Channel 42 LI ig Channel 43 kr H IE P Channel 442 la sec L p E JP28 Activity LEDs Pin Definitions JP26 Act LED1 Channel 1 Act LED2 Channel 2 Act LED3 Channel 3 Act LED4 Channel 4 C 6 Apppendix C CSE M34S CSE M34T Mobile Rack Specifications Installation Procedures Installing the CSE M35S Backplane 1 SCSI IDs are assigned automatically by the backplane Do not set IDs man ually on the drives See the previous section for SCSI ID jumper settings 2 SCSI termination is enabled by default on the SCSI backplane Accessing Hot Swappable Drives 1 Push the release button located beside each drive s LED 2 Lift up on the drive s handle 3 Carefully pull the drives out of the storage module Figure C 4 Removing the Drives C 7 SC743 Chassis Manual Installing a Drive into the Drive Tray 1 Mount the drive in the drive tray 2 Secure it into the drive tray as shown with the screws provided Figure C 5 Installing the Drive into the Drive Tray Warning Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers For information on rec ommended HDDs visit the Supermicro Web site at http www supermicro com products nfo files storage SAS 1 CompList 110909 pdf C 8 Apppendix C CSE M34S CSE M34T Mobile Rack Specifications
22. 4T supports 4 Serial ATA hot swappagle hard drives These hard drive yield an unparalleled storage capacity without compromis ing productivity by eliminating possible system downtime The CSE M34S also ac commodates four SCSI SCA 320 160 hard drives providing configuration flexibility and maximum data integrity If your system is running on a Windows operating system refer to section 4 13 of this manual for instructions on installing the appropriate drivers required by the backplane of the CSE M34S or CSE M34T mobile rack C 2 Product Features Occupancy Three 3 5 25 drive bays Capacity Five 5 1 SCA Ultra 320 160 hard drives with SAF TE built in CSE M35S only Five 5 1 host receptacle connectors SATA hot swappable hard drives CSE M35T 1 only Cooling Subsystem One 1 9cm exhaust fan Monitoring Fan fail detection LED and alarm Overheat LED indication Drive fail alarm indication CSE M35S only Built in termination CSE M35S only Dimension WxHxD 146mm x 129mm x 245mm 5 7 in x 5 0 in x 9 5 in Weight e Net 5 9lb 2 9 kg Gross 7 5lb 3 7 kg Chassis supported SC762 SC830 SC942 and SC743 C 1 SC743 Chassis Manual C 3 Packing List The CSE M34S CSE M34T mobile rack provides the following e CSE M34S CSE M34T mobile rack e 90mm exhaust fan e Drive carrier four 4 CSE PT10 beige only e Six 6 counts of 6 32 hex washer head screws e Eight 8 counts of M3
23. 665 and 865 Watt power supplies Installing the Power Supply 1 Unplug the AC power cord from the power supply Push the release tab on the left side of each power supply to release it from the locked position Once released from the locked position pull the power supply outward using the handle provided Install the replacement power supply in the chassis Replace any other components in the chassis that have been removed and replace the chassis cover before replacing the power cord and powering up the system Upper Release Tab Upper Power Cord Middle Release Tab Middle Power Cord Lower Release Tab Lower Power Cord i Cu PA Figure 4 14 Installing the 760 Watt Power Supply 4 16 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4 12 Accessing the Interior Space Between the Backplane and the Midplane For easy access to the interior space between the backplane and the midplane follow the instructions below before installing components or cables into this area Accessing the Interior Space 1 Remove the two screws as shown below and set them aside for future use 2 Remove the three screws on the bottom of the bracket between the back plane and the mideplane 3 Use a standard screvvdriver to gently press the release tabs to release the midplane 4 Pull the midplane forward approximately 35 degrees as shown in the illustra tion below The interior spa
24. SUPERE SC743 Chassis Series 160 Es SC743TQ 865B SQ SC743TQ 865 B SC743TQ R760 B SC743S2 R760 B SC743S1 R760 B SC743T R760 B SC743i R760 B SC743TQ 650 B SC743T 665 B SC743S1 650 B SC743S2 650 B SC743i 650 B SC743T 650 B SC743T 645 B SC743S1 645 B SC743i 645 B SC743i 500B SC743T 500B SC743i 465 B USER S MANUAL 1 2c SC743 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 Supermicro reserves the right to make changes to the product described in this manual at any time and without notice This product including software if any and documentation may not in whole or in part be copied photocopied reproduced translated or reduced to any medium or machine without prior written consent IN NO EVENT WILL SUPERMICRO BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL SPECULATIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR DOCUMENTATION EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES IN PARTICULAR SUPERMICRO SHALL NOT HAVE
25. ally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge Touch a grounded metal object before removing a component from the antistatic bag Handle the backplane by its edges only do not touch its components peripheral chips memory modules or gold contacts When handling chips or modules avoid touching their pins Put the card and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in use General Safety Guidelines Always disconnect power cables before installing or removing any components from the computer including the backplane Disconnect the power cable before installing or removing any cables from the backplane Make sure that the backplane is securely and properly installed on the mother board to prevent damage to the system due to power shortage F 1 SC743 Chassis Manual F 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 F 4 Introduction to the SATA 743 Backplane The SATA 743 backplane has been designed to utilize the most up to date technol ogy available providing your system with reliable high quality performance This manual reflects SATA 743 Revision 3 00 the most current release available at the time of publication Always refer to t
26. bles Use these cable if your motherboard requires several different con nections from the front panel A 3 SC743 Chassis Manual A 3 Chassis Screws The accessory box includes all the screvvs needed to setup your chassis This section lists and describes the most common screvvs used Your chassis may not require all the parts listed M B HARD DRIVE o E Pan head Flat head 6 32 x 5 mm 6 32 x 5 mm 0 197 0 197 DVD ROM CD ROM and FLOPPY DRIVE Pan head Flat head Round head Round head 6 32 x 5 mm 6 32 x 5 mm M3 x 5 mm M2 6 x 5 mm 0 197 0 197 0 197 0 197 RAIL Flat head Round head Flat head M4 x 4 mm M4 x4 mm 0 157 10 157 M5 x 12 mm 0 472 Washer for M5 M B STANDOFFS p SE M B standoff MIB CPU Thumb screw 1 U MIB standoff 6 32 to 6 32 standoff 6 32 x 5 mm 6 32 x 5 mm M5 to 6 32 10 197 0 197 Appendix B Power Supply Specifications Appendix B Power Supply Specifications B 1 Power Supply Options This appendix lists power supply specifications for your chassis system MFR Part 4 Rated AC Voltage 5V standby 12V 5V 3 3V 12V 465W PWS 465 PQ 100 240V 60 50Hz 6 3 Amp 3 Amp 35 Amp 20 Amp 15 Amp 0 5 Amp MFR Part Rated AC Voltage 5V standby 112V 45V 3 3V 12V 500W PWS 502 PQ 100 240V 50 60Hz 12 6 Amp 6 5 Amp 69 Amp 30 Amp 305 Amp 1 Amp B 1 SC743 Chassis Manual MFR Part
27. ce is now accessible Figure 4 15 Accessing the Interior Backplane Midplane Space SC743 Chassis Manual 4 13 SCSI Super GEM Driver Installation Instructions for Windows OS Note This driver is not necessary for other operating systems If you have two SCA backplanes you will need to install the driver twice The driver is located on the Super Micro motherboard driver CD or may be downloaded from the Supermicro ftp site ftp ftp supermicro com driver Qlogic Follow the procedure below to install this driver onto your system Installing the Driver 1 Right click on the My Computer icon and choose Properties 2 Select the Hardware tab and click on Device Manager 3 Open System Devices or browse to the location of GEM318 4 Right click on this device and select Properties 5 Click on Driver tab and select Update Driver 6 Click the Next button twice 7 Uncheck both options for Floppy Disk Drives and CD ROM Drives 8 Select Specify a Location and click the Next button 9 Click on the Browse button and select the drive containing the Supermicro Setup CD 10 Select the Qlogic folder and click on the Open button 11 System will automatically detect GEM318 and install the drive from this point on Or use the following procedure 4 18 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Installing the Driver Alternative Procedure 1 Right click the My Computer icon on your desktop and choose Propertie
28. ded by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions 2 2 Chapter 2 System Safety 2 5 2 6 Please handle used batteries carefully Do not damage the battery in any way a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill Please comply with the regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose of your used battery properly 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 vvay 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 avvay from the system or on a table so that they vvon 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 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 vvith printed circuit boards or areas vvhere povver is present After accessing the inside of the system close the system back up a
29. e to uneven mechanical loading Circuit Overloading Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern Reliable Ground A reliable ground must be maintained at all times To ensure this the rack itself should be grounded Particular attention should be given to power supply connec tions other than the direct connections to the branch circuit for example the use of power strips and other devices 5 3 SC743 Chassis Manual 5 4 Installing the Chassis Rack Mounting Rails Before Installing the Chassis Rails 1 Unplug the power cord from the from the power supply 2 Secure the chassis cover 3 Remove all external devices and connectors Installing the Inner Chassis Rails 1 Locate the pair of inner rails and two sets of screws 6 screws per set that are included in the shipping package 2 Remove the chassis feet and top cover 3 Align the inner rails against the chassis as shown Figure 5 1 Installing the Inner Chassis Rails 4 Secure the inner rails onto the chassis with the screws provided Ensure that the inner rails are mounted flush with the edge of the chassis 5 4 Chapter 5 Rack Installation Installing the Outer Chassis Rails 1 Loca
30. ear JP29 A JP18 mi AU Eni by JP43 v 4 JP42 o o 0 o Figure E 2 Front Jumpers E 6 Safety Information and Technical Specifications Explanation of Jumpers 3 2 1 To modify the operation of the backplane BATAAN o ola jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings Jumpers create shorts 2 between two pins to change the function Lo of the connector Pin 1 is identified with Sumpan a square solder pad on the printed circuit board 3 2 1 Note On two pin jumpers Closed means the jumper is on and Open means the jumper is off the pins Jumper Settings Jumper Jumper Settings Note Open Enabled z JP18 Closed pieabled Buzzer Reset JP29 Open Normal Default 1449072 Chip Reset Closed Reset The buzzer occurred sound indicates that a condition requiring immediate attention has The buzzer alarm is triggered by the following conditions 1 Hard drive failure 2 Fan failure 3 System temperature over 45 Celsius E 7 SAS 743TQ Backplane User s Guide C and SGPIO Mode Jumper Settings This backplane can utilize I2C or SGPIO I2C is the default mode and can be used without
31. ediate attention has occurred The buzzer alarm is triggered by the following conditions 1 Hard drive failure 2 System temperature over 50 Celsius F 5 SC743 Chassis Manual Front LED Indicator O SUPER SATA743 mea Gb Da ny ao oom hyoy o co m gjeri Figure F 3 Front LED Front Panel LEDs LED Normal State Indicator Status D3 OH LED Off Red indicator light is on when an overheat condition occurs F 6 Appendix F SATA 743 Backplane Specifications F 8 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators Rear Connectors n n e els Li el Li els er i SATAY SATA SATA Ah a nA KA A p Wa a ATA 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Figure F 4 Rear Connectors Rear SATA Connectors Rear SATA Drive Connector Number SATA 0 SATA HDD 0 SATA 1 SATA HDD 1 SATA 2 SATA HDD 2 SATA 3 SATA HDD 3 SATA 4 SATA HDD 4 SATA 5 SATA HDD 5 SATA 6 SATA HDD 6 SATA 7 SATA HDD 7 F 7 SC743 Chassis Manual Rear LEDs
32. hassis using Type A screws which are in cluded in the chassis accessory kit Do not exceed eight pounds of torque per square inch when tightening down the motherboard 8 Replace the middle and rear system fans as directed in section 4 6 9 Replace the air shroud as directed in section 4 7 Figure 4 11 Installing the Motherboard Warning The system fans air shroud and chas sis cover must be installed prior to operating the system Out of warranty damage may result if the system is operated without proper cooling protec tion in place 4 12 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4 10 Installing Expansion Cards After installing the motherboard expansion cards such as PCI cards may be in stalled into the chassis Installing Expansion Cards 1 Locate the release tab on the top of the expansion card bracket 2 Gently apply pressure on the middle of the release tab to unlock the bracket as shown SAR VA SC743 Chassis Manual 3 Once the bracket is unlocked pull the release tab upward and remove the bracket from the chassis 4 After removing the bracket from the chassis expansion cards may be in stalled in the bracket 5 Install the bracket with the newly installed expansion card back into the chas sis by gently pushing the bracket into the slot until it clicks into place 4 14 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4 11 Power Supply The SC743 chassis includes a power
33. he Supermicro Web site at www supermicro com for the latest updates compatible parts and supported configurations F 2 Appendix F SATA 743 Backplane Specifications F 5 Front Connectors and Jumpers o SUPER SATA743 ma Gb Figure F 1 Front Connectors Connectors and Jumpers 1 Overheat Temperature Setting 7 SATA Port 3 J8 JP25 8 SATA Port 4 J10 2 Power Connectors 4 pin JP10 and JP13 9 SATA Port 5 J12 3 ACT IN 0 7 JP26 10 SATA Port 6 J14 4 SATA Port 0 J5 11 SATA Port 7 J16 5 SATA Port 1 J6 12 Buzzer Reset JP18 6 SATA Port 2 J7 F 3 SC743 Chassis Manual F 6 Front Connector and Jumper Pin Definitions 1 Overheat Temperature Jumper OH TEMP JP25 Open 45 C 1 2 509 C Default 2 3 55 C 2 Backplane Main Power Connectors Backplane The 4 pin connectors designated JP10 and Pic JP13 provide power to the backplane See the Ping Definition table on the right for pin definitions 1 12V 2and3 Ground 4 5V 3 Activity LED Connector SATA Activity LED Header The activity LED connector designated JP26 dot a is used to indicate the activity status of each SATA drive The activity LED connector is lo cated on the front panel For the activity LED header to work properly con
34. in definitions 1 12V 2and3 Ground 4 5V 5 Activity LED Header The activity LED header designated JP26 is used to indicate the activity status of each SAS drive The Activity LED Header is located on the front panel For the Activity LED Header to work properly connect using a 10 pin LED cable E 4 Safety Information and Technical Specifications 6 and 7 Sideband Headers The sideband headers are designated JP51 Sideband Headers and JP52 For SES 2 to work properly you nf Definition Piper Banog must connect an 10 pin sideband cable Aa 1 DEES See the table to the right for pin defini SBD tions 4 Reset SB4 3 GND SB2 6 GND SB3 5 SDA S81 10 Backplane 7 SCL SB0 ID SB7 No Connec 9 No Connec tion tion 8 and 9 2C Connectors The I2C connectors designated JP44 and JP45 are used to monitor HDD activity and status See the table on the right for pin definitions 10 417 SAS Ports The SAS ports are used to connect the SAS drive cables The 8 ports are designated 0 7 Each port is also compatible with SATA drives However do NOT mix SAS and SATA drives in the same enclosure E 5 PC Connector Pin Definitions Pin Definition Data Ground Clock B WO N No Connection SAS 743TQ Backplane User s Guide E 7 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions v JP40 Le e JP41 OWES L eri s
35. ist Part Numbers Please visit the the Supermicro Web site for the latest shiping lists and part numbers for your particular chassis model at http Avww supermicro com Model SC743TQ 865 B SQ SC743TQ 865B SC743TQ R760 SC743TQ R760B SC743S2 R760 SC743S2 R760B SC743S1 R760 SC743S1 R760B SC743T R760 SC743T R760B SC743i R760 SC743i R760B SC743T 665B SC743TQ R650 SC743TQ R650B SC743S2 R650 SC743S2 R650B SC743S1 R650 SC743S1 R650B CPU DP Xeon DP Xeon DP Xeon 800 FSB DP Xeon 800 FSB DP Xeon 800 FSB UP DP Xeon AMD UP DP Xeon AMD UP DP Xeon AMD UP DP Xeon AMD UP DP Xeon AMD UP DP Xeon AMD HDD 8x SAS SATA 8x SAS SATA 8x SAS SATA 8x SCA Dual Channel 8x SCA 8x SATA 8x Fixed 8x SAS SATA 8x SAS SATA 8x SCA Dual Channel 8x SCA 1 1 I O Slots 7x FF 7x FF 7x FF 7x FF 7x FF 7x FF Talie 7x FF 7x FF 7x FF 7x FF Power Supply 865W 865W 760W 760W 760W 760W 760W 665W Super Quiet 650W 650W 650W SC743 Chassis Manual SC743T R650 UP DP SC743T R650B Xeon AMD S SATA LEE ON SOTASHRESOB XeowAmp SXFixed 7xFF 650W SO74281 R6458 xeovamp ESCA mer Nasa SC743T RE458 Xeowamp ESATA mer Noise sc7aarreasa Xeonamo SxFixed 7xFF Noise SC743i 500B E 8x Fixed 7x FF 500W SC743T 500B rents 8x SATA 7x FF 500W sc7asi4ess
36. ively from our Supermicro Authorized Distributors System Integrators Resellers A list of Supermicro Authorized Distributors System Integrators Resellers can be found at http www supermicro com Click the Where to Buy link 3 4 Front Control Panel The following diagram defines each component of the front LED panel lt 0 Dyo FORA LT o 000000 0 Figure 3 1 Front Control Panel 1 Power Button 2 System Reset 3 Power Indicator 4 HDD Activity Indicator 5 LAN Indicator 6 LAN2 Indicator 7 CPU Temperature Fan Failure Indicator 8 Power Failure Indicator 9 USB Port 10 USB Port 3 2 Chapter 3 Chassis Components 3 5 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 e 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 Therefore you must unplug system before servicing RESE e Reset The reset button is used to reboot the system 3 6 Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC743 chassis has five LEDs These LEDs provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any correc
37. ld 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 familiar with common concepts and terminology 2 2 Warnings and Precautions 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 file a damage claim with carrier who delivered your system Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold that chassis It should be situated in a clean dust free area that is well ventilated Avoid areas where heat electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated You will also need it placed near at least one grounded power outlet When config ured the SC743 chassis includes one power supply 2 3 Preparing for Setup The SC743 chassis may stand as a tower or bolt directly to a rack The mounting screws you will need to install the systems into the rack are included Please read this manual in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure 2 1 SC743 Chassis Manual 2 4 Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be follovved to protect yourself from harm and the SC743 from damage e Be aware of the locations of the power on off switch on the chassis as well as the room s emergency power off switch disconnection switch or electrical outlet If an electrical accident occurs you can then quickly remove power
38. making changes to your jumpers The following information details which jumpers must be configured to use SGPIO mode or restore your backplane to I2C mode PC and SGPIO Settings Jumper PC g S a Note JP33 2 3 1 2 Controller ID 1 JP34 1 2 ID 0 1 2 Backplane ID 1 JP36 2 3 1 2 Controller ID 2 JP37 2 3 ID 1 1 2 Backplane ID 2 JP38 Closed Open I2C Reset 2 JP40 Open Closed IC Reset SDOUT 1 JP41 Open Closed I2C Reset SDOUT 2 JP42 2 3 1 2 Backplane ID SDIN 1 JP43 2 3 1 2 Backplane ID SDIN 2 JP50 Closed Open I2C Reset 1 SAS Port Connections in PC and SGPIO Settings Use the following chart when connecting this backplane If you connect the SAS ports out of order you will not able to easily identify drives using the LED func tion SAS Port Connections in IC and SGPIO Settings Port PC SGPIO 0 3 PC 1 Sideband 1 4 7 IC 2 Sideband 2 E 8 Safety Information and Technical Specifications Front LED Indicators SUPER SAS743TO e i a m LI A nG z DE OH Drive H EB 3 Fail LED jin x TE Figure E 3 Front LEDs Front Panel LEDs LED State Specification D3 On Overheat drive
39. module back into the chassis Ensure that the storage module is securely locked into position Figure 4 6 Installing 5 25 Devices into the Storage Module Configuring the Storage Module for 3 5 Devices with a Mobile Rack 1 Remove the storage module from the chassis Remove the screws and brackets from the storage module Install the 3 5 devices into the mobile rack Secure the brackets to the mobile rack Slide the mobile rack into the storage module Slide the storage module into the chassis Storage Module 4 Mobile Rack Figure 4 7 Installing 3 5 Devices into Mobile Rack and Storage Module 4 7 SC743 Chassis Manual 4 7 Removing and Replacing the System Fans Before installing the motherboard in the chassis or accessing the motherboard after installation it is necessary to remove the system fans One set is located at the rear of the chassis the other set is located in the middle of the chassis SC743TQ 865B SQ Cooling System The SC743TQ 865B SQ model chassis are equipped with two super quiet mid chassis fans two non functional dummy fans one rear fan and does not require an air shroud This chassis does not require an air shroud In the unlikely event that a system fan needs to be replaced be sure to specify the SQ model number when ordering parts Standard Cooling Systems Most SC743 model chassis include mid chassis cooling fans rear cooling fans and an air shroud to channel air wi
40. n the middle chassis bracket until a click is heard 2 Press the release tab on the back of the rear chassis fans 3 Lift the air shroud upward and out of the chassis Figure 4 10 Removing the Air Shroud 4 10 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4 9 Installing the Motherboard Prior to Installing the Motherboard Before the motherboard can be installed or removed the middle and rear system fans and the air shroud must be removed as directed in sections 4 6 and 4 7 The following information is for reference only the motherboard is not included with the SC743 chassis Identify the locations of the follovving components e Processor s e Mounting holes e Retention brackets e Type A 6 32 screws included in the chassis accessory kit Obtain the following parts for the motherboard being used These should be included with the motherboard Refer to the motherboard documentation for details e NO shield e Chassis standoffs e Heatsink retention brackets Motherboard Installation Installing the Motherboard 1 Disconnect the power supply 2 Lay the chassis on a flat surface 3 Locate the mounting holes on the chassis 4 Install the standoffs into the holes in the chassis 5 Install the I O shield as directed by the motherboard documentation 4 11 SC743 Chassis Manual 6 Secure the heatsink to the motherboard as directed by the motherboard documentation 7 Secure the motherboard to the c
41. nd secure it to the rack unit vvith the retention screvvs after ensuring that all connections have been made System Safety Electrostatic discharge ESD is generated by two objects with different electrical charges coming into contact with each other An electrical discharge is created to neutralize this difference which can damage electronic components and printed circuit boards The following measures are generally sufficient to neutralize this difference before contact is made to protect your equipment from ESD Do not use mats designed to decrease electrostatic discharge as protection from electrical shock Instead use rubber mats that have been specifically designed as electrical insulators 2 3 SC743 Chassis Manual e Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge e Keep all components and printed circuit boards PCBs in their antistatic bags until ready for use e Touch a grounded metal object before removing any board from its antistatic bag e Do not let components or PCBs come into contact with your clothing which may retain a charge even if you are wearing a wrist strap e Handle a board by its edges only do not touch its components peripheral chips memory modules or contacts e When handling chips or modules avoid touching their pins e Put the backplane and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in use e For grounding purposes make sure your computer chassis pr
42. nect using a 10 pin LED cable Pin Definition Pin Definition i ACT IN 0 6 ACT IN 4 2 ACT IN 1 7 ACT IN 5 3 ACT IN 2 8 ACT IN 6 4 ACT IN 3 9 ACT IN 7 5 Ground 10 Empty 4 11 SATA Ports The SATA ports are used to connect the SATA drive cables The 8 SATA ports are designated 0 7 12 Buzzer Reset The buzzer reset jumper allows the buzzer to be reset when an alarm has occured F 4 Appendix F SATA 743 Backplane Specifications F 7 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions O SUPER SATA743 wa pb ca JP25 a qupis gt Figure F 2 Front Jumpers Socket Settings Jumper Setting Note JP18 al Ran aa Pe Buzzer reset Open 459 C JP25 1 2 509 C Default Overheat temperature setting 2 3 55 C Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the backplane 7 jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings Jumpers create shorts be tween two pins to change the function of the connector Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board Note On two pin jumpers Closed means the jumper is on and Open means the jumper is off the pins S A 3 2 1 Pins Jumper 3 2 1 The buzzer sound indicates that a condition reguiring imm
43. oaie aa es aa i a Accessing the Interior Space Between the Backplane and the Midplane 4 17 SCSI Super GEM Driver Installation Instructions for Windows OS 4 18 Chapter 5 Rack Installation 5 1 5 2 5 3 5 4 Overview Unpacking the SYSIOM aaa asis sueis AMININ NAKARAAN e 5 1 Preparing for Setup ccone ANAKAN aia A i PANA 5 1 Choosing a Setup LOCATION saa i a i a i a aaia 5 1 Rack PRECAUTIONS irensten vapa salas dana ceata ee is o dl Ra K S i i os 5 2 General Server Precautions since ski sausa ka d si asa pi a aisiais ca a 5 2 Rack Mounting Considerations nenea eneve eres eee enes vene nana ana 5 3 Ambient Operating Temperature mmce nene nenea nana nana aa 5 3 Reduced AIM OW meets masi pudr n op a i i at ea ea a Mechanical Loading Circuit OVEN OAGIAG ka vs soon indit oare to aia a Installing the Chassis Rack Mounting Rails mmm 5 4 Appendix A Cables Screws and other Accessories Appendix B Power Supply Specifications Appendix C CSE M34S CSE M34T Mobile Rack Specifications Appendix D CSE M35S CSE M35T1 Mobile Rack Specifications Appendix E SAS 743TQ Backplane Specifications Appendix F SATA 743 Backplane Specifications vi Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 Overview Introduction Chapter 1 Supermicro s SC743 chassis features a unique and highly optimized design The chassis is equipped with a high efficiency 80 low noise power supply 1 2 Shipping L
44. our chassis Chapter 5 Rack Installation Refer to this chapter for detailed information on chassis rack installation You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing removing or reconfiguring your chassis into a rack environment Appendix A Cables Screws and other Accessories Appendix B Power Supply Specifications Appendix C CSE M34S CSE M34T Mobile Rack Specifications Appendix D CSE M35S CSE M35T1 Mobile Rack Specifications Appendix E SAS 743TQ Backplane Sepcifications Appendix F SATA 743 Backplane Sepcifications Preface Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 OVENIEW iai cea ii sii m a i a oi die dt a NIKA a 1 1 1 2 Shipping List 1 1 Part NUMDOIS de aaa ce ap aa e a da da ia a a ao ea daia 1 1 1 3 Where to get Replacement Components mm 1 2 1 4 Contacting Supermicro sa vs ius padije ae la a E O a i a eee 1 3 1 5 Returning Merchandise for Service mmm 1 4 Chapter 2 System Safety 2 1 OVEFVIOVV L se suna is iata a at AA APAPAP AA 2 1 2 2 Warnings and Precautions 22 1 23 Preparing for Suprise ce a non ay eto ea ta Aia a aac esate 2 1 2 4 Electrical Safety Precautions mmmm nenea vente res eee rene nana 2 2 2 5 General Safety Precautions dan isca taigis ini cana as i i ta k i a a is 2 3 256 System Sale iya sausa ia t e AE 2 3 Chapter 3 Chassis Components 3 1 OVEIVIEM nanes reres e aaa e td s sls APA 3 1 3 2 Components ne 3 1
45. ovides excellent conductivity between the power supply the case the mounting fasteners and the serverboard 2 4 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 SC743 chassis may include the following options e Up to three 5 25 peripheral bays e Up to eight 3 5 hard drives e Up to seven expansion cards For the latest shipping lists visit our Web site at http www supermicro com Mounting to a Rack Optional The SC743 can be placed in a rack for secure storage and use To setup your rack follow the step by step instructions included in this manual Power Supply Each SC743 chassis model includes a high efficiency power supply with thermal control fan rated at 465 500 645 650 665 760 or 865 Watts In the unlikely event your power supply fails replacement is simple The power supply simply needs to be unscrewed from the chassis and replaced 3 1 SC743 Chassis Manual 3 3 Where to get Replacement Components Although 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 exclus
46. s Click on the Hardware tab and select Device Manager to bring up the list of system devices You may see one or two yellow question marks that read QLogic GEM354 or GEM318 SCSI Processor Device Right click on these and select uninstall If two such question marks are present uninstall both Select the Action tab and click on Scan for Hardware Changes The Hard ware Wizard program should start up Click the Next button At the first prompt select Display a list of known device drivers for the device so that can choose a specific driver and click the Next button Select Other Devices and click Next Select Have Disk specify your floppy drive location in the options box and click Next Select Enclosure Services Device and click Next Ignore the warning prompt by clicking Yes SC743 Chassis Manual Notes 4 20 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 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 Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold your chassis It should be situated in a
47. s described in section 4 2 5 Disconnect the wiring which the hard drive to either the motherboard or the expansion card of the motherboard depending upon your chassis model 6 Unlock and open the drive tray door as shown 7 Press the release tab located on the drive tray door to release the drive tray from its locking position 8 Lift up the drive tray handle 9 Pull the drive tray door downward and pull the drive tray out from the chassis Note The orientation of the picture shown below is for rack mount systems Figure 4 3 Removing Hard Drive Trays 4 4 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4 5 Installing Hard Drives into the Drive Trays Installing Hard Drives 1 Remove the screws from the hard drive tray and set them aside for later use 2 Remove the dummy drive from the hard drive tray 3 Mount a hard drive into the hard drive tray 4 Replace the screvvs vvhich vvere set aside earlier 5 Install the hard drive into the chassis 6 Push down the release tab over the nevvly installed hard drive 7 Close the hard drive tray door Removing the Dummy Drive Installing the Hard Drive Figure 4 4 Hard Drive Trays Warning Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers For information on rec ommended HDDs visit the Supermicro Web site at http www supermicro com products nfo files storage SAS 1 CompList 110909 pdf 4 5 SC743 Chassis Manual 4
48. served Printed in the United States of America 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 SC743 chassis Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only Supermicro s SC743 chassis features a unique and highly optimized design The chassis is equipped with a 465 500 645 650 665 760 or 865 Watt power supply and highperformance fans provide ample optimized cooling This manual lists compatible parts available when this document was published Al ways refer to the our Web site for updates on supported parts and configurations SC743 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 SC743 chassis This chapter also includes contact information Chapter 2 System Safety This chapter lists warnings precautions and system safety It recommended that you thoroughly familiarize yourself installing and servicing this chassis safety pre cautions Chapter 3 Chassis Components Refer here for details on this chassis model including the fans airflow shields and other components Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing or removing componenis or reconfiguring y
49. supply rated at either 465 500 645 650 665 760 or 865 Watts In the unlikely event that you need to replace the power supply simply follow the directions for your specific power supply below Warning Always unplug the power cord before re moving the power supply Warning Do not open the casing of the power supply Power supplies can only be serviced by a qualified manufacturer s technician 465 500 645 650 665 and 865 Watt Power Supplies The 465 500 645 650 665 and 865 Watt power supplies offer different features but are designed to be installed and removed from the chassis in the same way Installing the Power Supply 1 Unplug the power cord from the power supply 2 Using a Phillips head screvvdriver remove the four screws holding the power supply in place and set them aside for later use 3 Carefully lift the power supply up and out of the chassis Figure 4 13 Installing the 465 500 645 650 665 or 865 Watt Power Supply 4 15 SC743 Chassis Manual 4 5 Install the replacement povver supply in the chassis Replace the screws which were set aside previously 6 Replace any other components in the chassis that have been removed and replace the chassis cover before replacing the power cord and powering up the system 760 Watt Power Supply The 760 Watt power supply is a triple redundant power supply with a different con figuration than that of the 465 500 645 650
50. te the two pairs of outer rails Each pair consists of one middle rail one end bracket and one end rail as shown Middle Rail End Rail G End Bracket Figure 5 2 Assembling the Outer Chassis Rails 2 Insert the end bracket and the end rail onto the middle rail and secure them with the screws as shown 3 Install a set of outer rail assemblies to each side of the rack and secure them with the screws provided 4 Check that both sets of inner rails are securely attached to the chassis 5 Check that both sets of outer rails are securely attached to the rack 6 Insert the inner rails on the chassis into the outer rails on the rack 7 Gently slide the chassis into position within the rack 5 5 SC743 Chassis Manual Outer Rail Assemblies Inner Rails Figure 5 3 Mounting the Chassis into a Rack Appendix A Chassis Cables A 1 Overview Appendix A Cables Screws and other Accessories 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 to the Supermicro Web site at www supermicro com A 2 Cables Included with the SC743 Chassis SC743S1 Series SCSI Part Type Length Description CBL 033L U320 Cable 9 Two drop SCSI ultra 320 cable CBL 0087 Cable 20 Round 16 pin to 16 pin
51. tending two or more simul taneously may cause the rack to become unstable General Server Precautions e Review the electrical and general safety precautions that came with the com ponents you are adding to your chassis e Determine the placement of each component in the rack e Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack first and then work up e Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply UPS to protect the server from power surges voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a power failure e Allow the hard drives and power supply modules to cool before touching them e Always keep the rack s front door all panels and all components on the servers closed when not servicing in order to maintain proper cooling 5 2 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 given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer s maximum rated ambient tempera ture TMRA Reduced Airflow Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that the amount of airflow required for safe operation is not compromised Mechanical Loading Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that a hazardous condition does not arise du
52. thin the chassis Removing and Replacing Mid chassis Fans 1 Press the release tab located on the left side of the middle chassis fan 2 While holding down the release tab pull the fan upwards and out of the chassis 3 When replacing the middle chassis fan push the fan back into the fan module slot until a click is heard indicating that the fan has locked into position Figure 4 8 Removing the Middle Chassis Fans 4 8 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Removing Rear Chassis Fans 1 Locate the release tab on the top of the chassis fan at the rear of the chas sis Push the release tab down to unlock the fan Once the fan is unlocked tip it forward and out of the chassis When replacing the rear chassis fan push the fan back into the fan module until a click is heard indicating that the fan has locked into position Figure 4 9 Removing Rear Chassis Fans 4 9 SC743 Chassis Manual 4 8 Removing the Air Shroud Before installing the motherboard in the chassis or accessing the motherboard after installation it is necessary to remove the air shroud between the two sets of system fans SC743TQ 865B SQ model chassis are equipped with a specialized air shroud to accomodate the super quiet front and rear fans Be sure to specify air shroud model number MCP 310 74301 ON upon arrival in the unlikely event that the air shroud needs to be replaced Removing the Air Shroud 1 Press the release tab o
53. tive action you may need to take VI N 7 e 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 Therefore you must unplug the system s power cord before servicing 3 3 SC743 Chassis Manual e HDD Indicates IDE channel activity SAS SATA drive SCSI drive and or DVD ROM drive activity when flashing e NICA Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing e NIC2 Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when flashing e Overheat Fan Fail When this LED flashes it indicates a fan failure When continuously on not flashing it indicates an overheat condition which may be caused by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room temperature being too warm Check the routing of the cables and make sure all fans are present and operating normally You should also check to make sure that the chassis covers are installed Finally verify that the heatsinks are installed properly This LED will remain flashing or on as long as the overheat condition exists 3 4 Chapter 3 Chassis Components A e Power Fail Indicates a power failure to the system s power supply units 3 5 SC743 Chassis Manual Notes 3 6 Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance Chapter 4 Chassis Setup and Maintenance 4 1 Overview This chapter co
54. uch its components peripheral chips memory modules or gold contacts When handling chips or modules avoid touching their pins Put the card and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in use General Safety Guidelines Always disconnect power cables before installing or removing any components from the computer including the backplane Disconnect the power cable before installing or removing any cables from the backplane Make sure that the backplane is securely and properly installed on the mother board to prevent damage to the system due to power shortage E 1 SAS 743TQ Backplane User s Guide E 3 An Important Note to Users e 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 E 4 Introduction to the SAS 743TQ Backplane The SAS 743TQ backplane has been designed to utilize the most up to date tech nology available providing your system with reliable high quality performance This manual reflects SAS 743TQ Revision 3 00 the most current release available at the time of publication Always refer to the Supermicro Web site at www supermi cro com for the latest updates compatible parts and supported configurations E 2 Safety Information and Technical Specifications E 5 Front Connectors e SUPER SAS743TQ ew
55. vers 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 Print this page to use as a reference while setting up your chassis The SC743 i series chassis models do not come equipped with hot swappable hard drives Chassis models in the i series such as SC743i 650 SC743i 645 SC743i 500 and SC743i 465 must be powered down and the power supply must be discon nected from the backplane prior to removing the hard drives See the instructions in this section for details on how to remove and install fixed hard drives All other SC743 chassis models include hot swappable hard drives which may be replaced without powering down the system See the instructions in this chapter for details on how to install and remove hot swappable hard drives Review the warnings and precautions listed in the manual before setting up or servicing this chassis These include information in Chapter 2 System Safety and the warning precautions listed in the setup instructions 4 1 SC743 Chassis Manual 4 2 Removing the Chassis Cover Disconnecting the Chassis from the Power Source 1 Turn off all peripheral devices and turn off the power supply to the SC743 2 Disconnect the AC power cords from the system 3 Disconnect all cables and label the cables for easy identification Warning Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent
56. washer head screws e Eighteen 18 counts of pan head screws For CSE M34T only e Serial ATA backplane CSESATA M34 e Four 4 Serial ATA cables CBL 0044 e Serial ATA LED cable CBL 0057 e SCSI cable CBL 027 U320 e SCSI backplane CSESCA 002 Supported Operating Systems This mobile rack supports the following operating systems e Windows 2000 Windows XP and Windows 2003 e Linux Red Hat and SuSE C 2 Apppendix C CSE M34S CSE M34T Mobile Rack Specifications Additional Information The CSE M34S CSE M34T mobile rack was designed for use in certain chassis and servers or as a stand alone unit Use the chassis or server manual for instal lation instructions Use the instructions listed in this manual to use the mobile rack independent of a chassis The pictures or graphics shown in this user s guide were based upon the latest PCB revision available at the time of the publishing of this manual The CSE M34S CSE M34T mobile rack may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual The availability of SAS devices supported depends on the readiness of firmware and hardware support C 3 SC743 Chassis Manual C 4 Front Connectors and Jumpers JP14 JP25 Ko ek gt JP21 A NX K SY 2000808 ARABIAR tia E NG pa Pa onan oe fie T E NTV ZTS m
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