SUPER ®

SC809 Chassis Series

SC809LT-780B
SC809T-780B
SC809T-980B
SC809T-1200B

USER’S MANUAL
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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 SC809 1U chassis. Installa-
tion and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.

Supermicro’s SC809 1U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design

for twin dual-core Xeon platforms. The chassis is equipped with a 780W, 980W or
1200W high-efficiency power supply for superb power savings. High-performance
fans provide ample optimized cooling for the SC809's twin motherboards, and eight
2.5" hot-swap drive bays offers maximum storage capacity in a 1U form factor.
Recommended for SAS or enterprise SATA HDDs only

This document lists compatible parts available when this document was published.
Always refer to the our Web site for updates on supported parts and configura-
tions.

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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 SC809 chassis. This chapter also
includes contact information.

Chapter 2 System Safety

This chapter lists warnings, precautions, and system safety. You should thoroughly
familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions
that should be followed before installing and servicing this chassis.

Chapter 3 Chassis Components

Refer here for details on this chassis model including the fans, bays, airflow shields,
and other components.

Chapter 4 System Interface

Refer to this chapter for details on the system interface, which includes the functions
and information provided by the control panel on the chassis as well as other LEDs
located throughout the system.

Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance

Follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing, or

reconfiguring your chassis.

Chapter 6 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.

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Appendices

This section lists compatible cables, power supply specifications, and compatible
backplanes. Not all compatible backplanes are listed. Refer to our Web site for the
latest compatible backplane information.

Appendix A Chassis Cables

Appendix B Power Supply Specifications

Appendix C SAS-809 Backplane Specifications

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2 Shipping List..................................................................................................... 1-1
1-3 Contacting Supermicro..................................................................................... 1-2
1-4 Returning Merchandise for Service................................................................. 1-3
Chapter 2 System Safety
2-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 2-1
2-2 Warnings and Precautions............................................................................... 2-1
2-3 Preparing for Setup.......................................................................................... 2-1
2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions........................................................................... 2-1
2-5 General Safety Precautions............................................................................. 2-2
2-6 System Safety.................................................................................................. 2-3
Chapter 3 Chassis Components
3-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 3-1
3-2 Components..................................................................................................... 3-1
Chassis............................................................................................................. 3-1
Backplane......................................................................................................... 3-1
Fans................................................................................................................. 3-1
Mounting Rails................................................................................................. 3-1
Power Supply................................................................................................... 3-2
Air Shroud........................................................................................................ 3-2
3-3 Where to get Replacement Components......................................................... 3-2
Chapter 4 System Interface
4-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 4-1
4-2 Control Panel Buttons...................................................................................... 4-2
4-3 Control Panel LEDs......................................................................................... 4-2
4-4 Drive Carrier LEDs........................................................................................... 4-3
SAS/SATA Drives............................................................................................. 4-3
SCSI Drives...................................................................................................... 4-4
Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance
5-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 5-1
Installation Procedures ................................................................................... 5-1
General Maintenance Procedures................................................................... 5-1
5-2 Removing the Chassis Cover.......................................................................... 5-2
5-3 Installing Hard Drives....................................................................................... 5-3
5-4 Motherboard Installation................................................................................... 5-5

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I/O Shield......................................................................................................... 5-5

Permanent and Optional Standoffs.................................................................. 5-5
Installing the Motherboards.............................................................................. 5-6
Add-on Card/Expansion Slot Setup................................................................. 5-7
5-5 Installing the Air Shrouds................................................................................. 5-9
Air Shrouds...................................................................................................... 5-9
5-6 Checking the Air Flow.................................................................................... 5-10
Installation Complete...................................................................................... 5-10
5-7 System Fans...................................................................................................5-11
5-8 Power Supply . .............................................................................................. 5-13
Power Supply Replacement........................................................................... 5-13
Chapter 6 Rack Installation
6-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 6-1
6-2 Unpacking the System..................................................................................... 6-1
6-3 Preparing for Setup.......................................................................................... 6-1
Choosing a Setup Location.............................................................................. 6-1
6-4 Warnings and Precautions............................................................................... 6-2
Rack Precautions............................................................................................. 6-2
General Server Precautions............................................................................. 6-2
Rack Mounting Considerations........................................................................ 6-3
Ambient Operating Temperature................................................................. 6-3
Reduced Airflow.......................................................................................... 6-3
Mechanical Loading.................................................................................... 6-3
Circuit Overloading...................................................................................... 6-3
Reliable Ground............................................................................................... 6-3
6-5 Rack Mounting Instructions.............................................................................. 6-4
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails....................................................... 6-4
Installing the Inner Rail Extensions................................................................. 6-5
Installing the Outer Rails.................................................................................. 6-6
Installing the Chassis into a Rack................................................................... 6-7
Appendix A Cables, Screws, and Other Accessories
Appendix B SC809 Power Supply Specifications
Appendix C SAS-809T/TQ Backplane

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Notes

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 Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview
Supermicro’s SC809 1U chassis features a unique and highly-optimized design.
The chassis is equipped with either a 780W, 980W or 1200W high-efficiency power
supply. High performance fans provide ample optimized cooling for the twin moth-
erboards, and eight hot-swappable drive bays offer maximum storage capacity in a
1U form factor. Recommended for SAS or enterprise SATA HDDs only

1-2 Shipping List

Please visit the following link for the latest shiping lists and part numbers for your par-
ticular chassis model http://www.supermicro.com/products/chassis/1U/?chs=809

SC809 Chassis

Power
Model CPU HDD I/O Slots
Supply
Twin 4x Hot-
SC809LT-780B Single/Dual CPU swap Twin LP 780W
2.5”
Twin 4x Hot-
SC809T-780B Single/Dual CPU swap Twin LP 780W
2.5”
Twin 4x Hot-
SC809T-980B Single/Dual CPU swap Twin LP 980W
2.5”
Twin 4x Hot-
SC809T-1200B Single/Dual CPU swap Twin LP 1200W
2.5”

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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
www.supermicro.com
Site:

Europe
Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.
Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML

's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands

Tel: +31 (0) 73-6400390
Fax: +31 (0) 73-6416525
Email: [email protected] (General Information)
[email protected] (Technical Support)
[email protected] (Customer Support)

Asia-Pacific
Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
4F, No. 232-1, Liancheng Rd.

Chung-Ho 235, Taipei County

Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: +886-(2) 8226-3990
Fax: +886-(2) 8226-3991
Web
www.supermicro.com.tw
Site:
Technical Support:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 886-2-8226-1900

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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 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 will be applied for all orders that must be mailed when 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.

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Notes

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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 should enable you to have your chassis set up
and operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick setup assumes that you
are an experienced technician, famailiar with common concepts and terminology.

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 venilated. Avoid areas where heat,
electrical noise and eletromagnetic fields are generated.
You will also need it placed near at least one grounded power outlet. The SC809
chassis includes one power supply.

2-3 Preparing for Setup

The SC809 chassis includes a set of rail assemblies, including the mounting brack-
ets and mounting screws required to install the system into the rack. Please read
this manual in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure.

2-4 Electrical Safety Precautions

Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm
and the SC809 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, disconnection switch or electrical
outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you then can quickly remove power from
the system.

• Do not work alone when working with high voltage components.

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• Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or install-
ing main system components, such as the serverboard, memory modules and
the DVD-ROM/USB comport unit. When disconnecting the 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• The power supply power cord must include a grounding plug and must be
plugged into grounded electrical outlets.

• Serverboard battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard

battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarities This battery
must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

• 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 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.

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• 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
with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present.

• After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure
it to the rack unit with the retention screws after ensuring that all connections
have been made.

2-6 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.

• Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.

• Keep all components and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in their antistatic bags
until ready for use.

• Touch a grounded metal object before removing any board from its antistatic
bag.

• 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.

• Handle a board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral chips,
memory modules or contacts.

• When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.

• Put the serverboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not
in use.

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• For grounding purposes, make sure the computer chassis provides excellent
conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and
the serverboard.

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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 may not be compatible with your
particular chassis model. For more information, see the installation instructions
detailed later in this manual.

3-2 Components

Chassis
The chassis includes four hard drive bays, which contain a total of eight hard drives.
Hard drives must be purchased separately. For the latest shipping lists, visit our
Web site at: http://www.supermicro.com.

Backplane
Each SC809 chassis comes with a 1U backplane. For more information regarding
compatible backplanes, view the appendices found at the end of this manual. for
the latest information, visit our Web site at http://www.supermicro.com.

Fans
The SC809 chassis accepts six system fans. System fans for SC809 chassis are
powered from the serverboard. These fans are 1U high and are powered by 4-pin
connectors in models with a 780 Watt or 1200 Watt power supply, and 6-pin con-
nectors in models with a 980 Watt power supply.

Mounting Rails
The SC809 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.

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Power Supply
Each SC809 chassis model includes a high-efficiency power supply rated at 780,
980, 1200 Watts. In the unlikely event your power supply fails, replacement is simple
and can be done without tools.

Air Shroud
The SC809 chassis includes two mylar air shrouds that funnel air directly to where
it is needed. Always use the air shroud included with your chassis.

3-3 Where to get Replacement Components

Though not frequently, you may need replacement parts for your system. To en-
sure 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.

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Chapter 4

System Interface

4-1 Overview
There are several LEDs on the control panel and drive carriers to keep you con-
stantly informed of the overall status of the system. SC809 models include two front
panels that control two semi-independent systesm.

This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate re-
sponse you may need to take.

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4-2 Control Panel Buttons

There are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis. These are (in order
from left to right) a reset button and a power on/off button.

• Reset: The reset button is used to reboot the system.

• Power: The main power switch is used to apply or remove power from the power
supply to the server system. Turning off system power with this button removes
the main power but keeps standby power supplied to the system. Therefore,
you must unplug system before servicing.

4-3 Control Panel LEDs

The control panel located on the front of the SC809 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 corrective
action you may need to take.

• 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 temperature is too
high or a fan does not work correctly.

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• NIC2: Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when flashing.

• NIC1: Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing.

• HDD: Indicates IDE channel activity. SAS/SATA drive, SCSI drive, and/or DVD-
ROM drive activity when flashing.

• Power: Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units.
This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.

4-4 Drive Carrier LEDs

Your chassis uses SAS/SATA.

SAS/SATA Drives
Each SAS/SATA drive carrier has two LEDs.
• Green: Each Serial ATA drive carrier has a green LED. When illuminated, this
green LED (on the front of the SATA drive carrier) indicates drive activity. A con-

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nection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that
particular drive is being accessed.

• Red: The red LED to indicate an SAS/SATA drive failure. If one of the SAS/SATA
drives fail, you should be notified by your system management software.

SCSI Drives
This chassis does not support SCSI drives at this time. Recommended for SAS or
enterprise SATA HDDs only

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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 screwdriver.

Installation Procedures
• Removing the Chassis Cover

• Installing Hard Drives

• Removing Hard Drives and their Carriers from the Hard Drive Bays

• Installing a Hard Drive to the Hard Drive Carrier

• Installing the Motherboard

• Installing Add-on Cards:

• Installing the Air Shrouds

• Checking the Chassis the Air Flow

General Maintenance Procedures

• Installing System Fans

• Replacing the Power Supply

Review the warnings and precautions listed in the manual

!
before setting up or servicing this chassis. These include in-
formation in Chapter 2 System Safety and the warning/precau-
tions listed in the setup instructions.

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5-2 Removing the Chassis Cover

2
Remove these
screws
1
Remove this screw

Remove this screw

Figure 5-1: Removing the Chassis Cover

Removing the Chassis Cover

1. Remove the two screws securing the cover to the sides of the chassis.

2. Remove the two screws securing the cover to the back of the chassis.

3. Slide the cover toward the rear of the chassis

4. Lift the cover off the chassis.

Warning: Except for short periods of time, do NOT operate the

! server without the cover in place. The chassis cover must be in

place to allow proper airflow and prevent overheating.

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5-3 Installing Hard Drives

Figure 5-2: Removing Hard Drive

The SC809 has two sets of four hard disk drives (eight total) which are mounted
in drive carriers and reside within the the hard drive bays. These drives are hot-
swappable and can be removed or replaced without powering down the chassis.
Recommended for SAS or enterprise SATA HDDs only
Removing Hard Drives and their Carriers from the Hard Drive Bays

1. Press the release button on the drive carrier. This extends the drive carrier
handle.
2. Use the handle to pull the drive and its carrier out of the chassis.

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Installing a Hard Drive into a Drive Carrier

1. Insert a drive into the carrier with the PCB side facing down and the connec-
tor end toward the rear of the carrier.

2. Align the drive in the carrier so that the screw holes of both line up. Note that
there are holes in the carrier marked “SATA” to aid in correct installation.

3. Secure the drive to the carrier with four screws as illustrated below.

4. Insert the drive carrier into its bay, keeping the carrier oriented so that the
hard drive is on the top of the carrier and the release button is on the right
side. When the carrier reaches the rear of the bay, the release handle will
retract.

5. Push the handle in until it clicks into its locked position.

Figure 5-3: Removing Dummy Drive from Tray

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5-4 Motherboard Installation

I/O Shields

Figure 5-4: I/O Shield Placement

I/O Shield
The I/O shield holds the motherboard ports in place. The I/O shield does not re-
quire installation. However, you must confirm that the motherboard matches the
I/O shield.

Permanent and Optional Standoffs

Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and
the chassis surface. The SC809 chassis includes optional removable standoffs in
locations used by the motherboards. All of these standoffs are optional and are
removable.These standoffs accept the rounded Phillips head screws included in
the SC809 accessories packaging.
Some motherboard require additional screws for heatsinks, general components
and/or non-standard security. Optional standoffs are used for these motherboards.
To use an optional standoff, you must place the hexagonal screw through the bottom
the chassis and secure the screw with the hexagon nut (rounded side up).
The SC809 chassis does not require optional standoffs.

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Remove Six Screws Remove Six Screws

Chassis
Standoffs

Chassis Standoffs

Figure 5-5: Motherboard Installation

Installing the Motherboards
Installing Motherboards

1. Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar
with component placement, requirements, precautions, and cable connec-
tions.

2. Open the chassis cover.

3. Remove the add-on card brackets. To do this-

a. Remove screw securing the add-on card bracket to the chassis.
b. Lift the bracket out of the chassis.
c. Repeat this process for the second riser card.

4. Lay the first motherboard in the chassis, aligning the standoffs

5. Secure the motherboard to the chassis using the rounded, Phillips head
screws. Each motherboard requires five screws.

6. Repeat steps 3 - 5 for the second side of the chassis.

7. Secure the CPU(s), heatsinks, and other components to the motherboard as

described in the motherboard documentation.

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8. Connect the cables between the motherboard, backplane, chassis, front

panel, and power supply, as needed. Also, fans may be temporarily removed
to allow access to the backplane ports.

9. Replace the add-on card bracket and secure the bracket with a screw.

Add-on Card/Expansion Slot Setup

SC809 chassis includes I/O slots for add-on cards and expansion cards. Each side
supports one low profile/half-length add-on card, for a total of two per system.

Add-on Card Slot Clip

Temporary "L" Bracket

Figure 5-6: I/O Shield Placement

Installing Add-on Cards

1. Disconnect the power supply, lay the chassis on a flat surface, and open the
chassis cover.

2. Pull open the add-on card slot clip in the rear of the chassis.

3. Slide the temporary add-on card "L" bracket toward the slot clip and remove
the temporary bracket from the chassis.

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Add-on Card
Bracket Screw
Add-on Card Bracket
Riser Card

Add-on Card

Figure 5-7: I/O Shield Placement

4. Connect the add-on card to the riser card and slide the add-on card L-bracket
into the rear add-on card slot.

5. Close the add-on card slot clip.

Note: Under normal circumstances, the riser card and add-on card bracket are not
separated.

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5-5 Installing the Air Shrouds

Air Shrouds
Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The SC809 chassis air
shrouds do not require screws to set them up. The SC809 chassis requires two
identical air shrouds.
Installing the Air Shrouds

1. Confirm that all six fans are in place and working properly. (See the end of
this chapter for details on the SC809 system fans).

2. Place the first air shroud into the chassis. The air shroud sits behind the
system fans. Each air shroud covers three fans.

3. Install the second air shroud in the same manner as the first.

Figure 5-8: Air Shroud Placement

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5-6 Checking the Air Flow

Checking the Server's Air Flow

1. Make sure there are no objects to obstruct airflow in and out of the server. In
addition, if you are using a front bezel, make sure the bezel's filter is replaced
periodically.

2. Do not operate the server without drives or drive trays in the drive bays. Use
only recommended server parts.

3. Make sure that no wires or foreign objects obstruct air flow through the chas-
sis. Pull all excess cabling out of the airflow path or use shorter cables. The
control panel LEDs inform you of the system status. See “Chapter 3 System
Interface” for details on the LEDs and the control panel buttons.

Installation Complete
In most cases, the chassis power supply and fans are pre-installed. If you need to
install fans continue to the Systems Fan section at the end of this chapter. If the
chassis will be installed into a rack, continue to the next chapter for rack installa-
tion instructions.

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5-7 System Fans

Six fans provide cooling for the chassis. These fans circulate air through the chassis
as a means of lowering the chassis internal temperature. The SC809 system fans
are hot-swappable. There is no need to power down the system when switching
fans.

Rubber Feet

Figure 5-9: System Fan

Changing a System Fan

1. If necessary, open the chassis while the power is running to determine which
fan has failed. (Never run the server for an extended period of time with the
chassis cover open).

2. Remove the failed fan's power cord from the serverboard.

3. Lift the fan housing up and out of the chassis.

4. Gently push the fan upwards from underneath the fan housing to remove it.

5. Place the new fan into the vacant space in the housing while making sure
the arrows on the top of the fan (indicating air direction) point in the same
direction as the arrows on the other fans. Make sure that all four of the fan's
rubber feet are in place.

6. Place the fan housing back in the chassis.

7. Reconnect the wiring.

8. Confirm that the fan is working properly before replacing the chassis cover.

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Figure 5-10: System Fan Placement

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5-8 Power Supply

Depending on your chassis model, the SC809 Chassis has a 780 Watt or 980
Watt power supply. This power supply is auto-switching capable. This enables it to
automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage. An amber light
will be illuminated on the power supply when the power is off. An illuminated green
light indicates that the power supply is operating.

Power Supply Replacement

The SC809 chassis utilizes one power supply. In the unlikely event that the power
supply unit must be replaced, the system will shut down. Replacement units can
be ordered directly from Supermicro. (See the Contact Information section in the
Preface of this manual).

Release Tab

Figure 5-11: Changing the Power Supply

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Changing The Power Supply:

1. Power down the server and unplug the power cord.

2. Push the release tab (on the back of the power supply) as illustrated.
3. Pull the power supply out using the handle provided.
4. Push the new power supply module into the power bay until it clicks into place.
5. Plug the AC power cord back into the module and power up the server.

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Chapter 6

Rack Installation

6-1 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 within a minimum amount of time.

6-2 Unpacking the System

You should inspect the box the chassis was shipped in and note if it was damaged
in any way. If the chassis itself shows damage you should file a damage claim with
the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold your 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 a grounded power outlet. Be sure to read the Rack and Server Pre-
cautions in the next section.

6-3 Preparing for Setup

The box your chassis was shipped in should include two sets of rail assemblies,
two rail mounting brackets and the mounting screws you will need to install the
system into the rack. Please read this section in its entirety before you begin the
installation procedure outlined in the sections that follow.

Choosing a Setup Location

• Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front
door completely (25 inches).

• Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for
sufficient airflow and ease in servicing.

• This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated

equipment rooms, service closets and similar environments).

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6-4 Warnings and Precautions

Rack Precautions
• Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to
the floor with the full weight of the rack resting on them.

• In single rack installations, stabilizers should be attached to the rack.

• In multiple rack installations, the racks should be coupled together.

• Always make sure that the rack is stable before extending a component from
the rack.

• Only one chassis should be extended from the rack at a time. Extending two or
more chassis simultaneously may cause the rack to become unstable.

General Server Precautions

• Review the electrical and general safety precautions that came with the com-
ponents you are adding to your chassis.

• Determine the placement of each component in the rack before you install the
rails.

• Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack first, and then
work upward.

• 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.

• Allow the hot-swappable hard drives and power supply modules to cool before
touching them.

• Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers
closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.

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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 due 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 (i.e. the use of power
strips, etc.).

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6-5 Rack Mounting Instructions

This section provides information on installing the SC818G chassis into a rack unit
with the rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may
mean that the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the
installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.
NOTE: This rail will fit a rack between 26" and 33.5" deep.

Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails

The chassis package includes two rack rail assemblies in the rack mounting kit.
Each assembly consists of two sections: an inner fixed chassis rail that secures
directly to the server chassis and an outer fixed rack rail that secures directly to
the rack itself.

Inner Rail -
Preattached to the Chassis

Inner Rail Extension -

Attach to the Chassis
Outer Rack Rails -
Attach to the Rack

Figure 6-1: Identifying the Sections of the Inner and Outer Rack Rails
(right side rack rail shown)

Figure 6-2: Inner Rails and Inner Rail Extension Installed

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A B
Inner Rail Extension
Inner Rail
Preattached to
the Chassis

3
2

Figure 6-3: Installing the Inner Rail Extensions

Installing the Inner Rail Extensions

The SC818G chassis includes a set of inner rack rails in two sections: inner rails (A)
and inner rail extensions (B). The inner rails are preattached and do not interfere
with normal use of the chassis if you decide not to use a server rack. Attach the
inner rail extensions to to the inner rails, to stabilize the chassis within the rack.
Installing the Inner Rail Extensions

1. Place the inner rail extensions (B) over the preattached inner rails (A) which
are attached to the side of the chassis. Align the hooks of the inner rail with
the rail extension holes. Make sure the extension faces "outward" just like the
inner rail.

2. Slide the extension toward the front of the chassis.

3. Secure the chassis with screws as illustrated.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the other inner rail extension.

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Outer Rail
Secure to the
Front of the Rack

Secure to the
Secure Outer Rails Rear of the Rack
Together

Figure 6-4: Assembling the Outer Rails

Installing the Outer Rails

Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack

1. Attach the short bracket to the outside of the long bracket. You must align the
pins with the slides. Also, both bracket ends must face the same direction.

2. Adjust both the short and long brackets to the proper distance so that the rail
fits snugly into the rack.

3. Secure the long bracket to the front side of the outer rail with two M5 screws
and the short bracket to the rear side of the outer rail with three M5 screws.

4. Repeat steps 1-4 for the other outer rail.

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Figure 6-5: Installing the Rack Rails

Installing the Chassis into a Rack

Rack Installation

1. Confirm that chassis includes the inner rails (A) and rail extensions (B). Also,
confirm that the outer rails (C) are installed on the rack.

2. Align the chassis rails extentions (B), with the front of the rack rails (C).

3. Slide the chassis rail extensions into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even
on both sides (you may have to depress the locking tabs when inserting).
When the server has been pushed completely into the rack, you should hear
the locking tabs "click" into position.

4. (Optional) Insert and tightening the thumbscrews that hold the front of the
server to the rack.

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Notes

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 Appendix A: Cables, Screws and Other Accessories

Appendix A

Cables, Screws,
and Other Accessories

A-1 Overview

This appendix lists supported cables for your chassis system. It only includes the
most commonly used components and configurations. For more compatible cables,
refer to the manufacturer of the motherboard you are using and our Web site at:
www.supermicro.com.

A-2 Cables Included with SC809 Chassis (SAS/SATA)

SC809LT-780B, SC809T-780B, SC809T-980B, SC809T-1200B

Part # Type Length Description
Ribbon, 16 pin to 16 pin ribbon cable for
CBL-0087 20"
Round control panel
Hard drive power extension cable,
CBL-0212L Wire 15 cm
ST TO RA,
CBL-0160L Cable 6' Regional power cord
Set for 4 SATA cables. Length varies
CBL-0201L SATA various
to minimize airflow interference.

SC809T-1200B
Part # Type Length Description
Ribbon, 16 pin to 16 pin ribbon cable for
CBL-0087 20"
Round control panel
CBL-0303L Cable 40cm 4-pin power cable, ST to RA
CBL-0207L Cable 59cm SATA round S-S
CBL-0226L SATA 43cm SATA round S-RA
CBL-0227L 48cm SATA round S-RA
CBL-0228L 55cm SATA round S-RA

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A-4 Compatible Cables

These cables are compatible with the SC809 Chassis.

Alternate SAS/SATA Cables

Some compatible motherboards have different connectors. If your motherboard

has only one SAS connector that the SAS/SATA cables must share, use one of the
following cables. These cables must be purchased separately.
Cable Name: SAS Cable Quantity: 1
Part #: CBL-0175L
Alt. Name: "Big Four"

Description: This cable has one SFF-8484 (32 pin) connector on one end and
4 SAS connectors (7 pins each) at the other. This cable connects from the Host
(motherboard or other controller) to the backplane SAS hard drive port.

Cable Name: SAS Cable Quantity: 1

Part #: CBL-0116L
Alt. Name: iPass or "Small Four"

Description: This cable has one ipass (SFF-8087/mini-sas) connector (36 pins)
at one end and 4 SAS connectors on one end. This cable connects from the Host
(motherboard or other controller) to the backplane SAS hard drive port.

Extending Power Cables

Although Super Micro 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 # 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)

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Front Panel to the Motherboard

The SC809 chassis includes a cable to connect the chassis front panel to the
motherboard. If your motherboard uses a different connector, use the following list
to find a compatible cable.

Front Panel to Motherboard Cable (Ribbon Cable)

Number of Pins Number of Pins
Cable Part #
(Front Panel) (Motherboard
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 these cable if your motherboard requires several different
connections from the front panel.

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A-5 Chassis Screws

The chassis and accessory box include all the screws needed to setup your chassis.
This section include descriptions of the most common screws used. Your chassis
may not require all the parts listed.

M/B HARD DRIVE

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 3 x 5 mm 2.6 x 5 mm
[0.197] [0.197] [0.197] [0.197]

RAIL

Flat head Round head

Flat head
M4 x 4 mm M4 x 4 mm
M5 x 12 mm[0.472]
[0.157] [0.157]
Washer for M5
M/B STANDOFFS

M/B standoff M/B (CPU) standoff Thumb screw

6-32 to 6-32 M5 to 6-32 6-32 x 5 mm [0.197]

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Appendix B

SC809 Power Supply Specifications

This appendix lists power supply specifications for your chassis system.

SC809LT-780B and SC809T-780B

780W
MFR Part # PWS-781-1S
180 - 240V
50 - 60Hz
Rated AC Voltage 5 - 3.5 Amp
Power supply operates at 700W with a 100-140V input, and at
780W with a 180-240V input
+5V standby 4 Amp
+12V 58 - 65 Amp

SC809-980B

980W
MFR Part # PWS-981-1S
100 - 240V
50 - 60Hz
Rated AC Voltage 14- 6A max
Power supply operates at 900W with a 100-140V input, and at
980W with a 180-240V input
+5V standby 4 Amp
+12V 59 - 65 Amp

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SC808T-1200B

1200W
MFR Part # PWS-1K21P-1R
100 - 140V
50 - 60Hz
7.5 - 11 Amp

Rated AC Input 180 - 240V

50 - 60Hz
5 - 8 Amp
Power supply operates at 1200W with a 100-140V input and at
1200W with a 180-240V input
+5V standby 4 Amp
74 Amp @ 100 - 140
+12V
100 Amp @ 180 - 240

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Appendix C

SAS-809T/TQ Backplane

Safety Guidelines

To avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps
listed below when accessing your system or handling the components.

C-1 ESD Safety Guidelines

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com­ponents. To prevent 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 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.

C-2 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.

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• Make sure that the backplane is securely and properly installed on the mother-
board to prevent damage to the system due to power shortage.

C-3 An Important Note to Users

• All images and layouts shown in this user's guide are based upon the latest PCB
Revision available at the time of publishing. The card you have received may or
may not look exactly the same as the graphics shown in this manual.

C-4 Introduction to the SAS-809TQ Backplane

The SAS-809TQ 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-8009TQ Revision 1.01, 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.

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Jumper Settings and Pin Definitions

C-5 Front Connectors and Jumpers

9 1
5 7 6
MH3 MH2 +12V GND GND +5V
JP35 9071 RST:
1 1-2:RST

10
+ + 2-3:NO RST
3 U31

C32
BZ1 JP33 1
+
C59

J8 3 JP33:MODE SEL 1 JP10 4 JP44 I2C

#3 1-2:SGPIO JP51
2-3:I2C SIDEBAND

DESIGNED IN USA
MADE IN TAIWAN
12

Y1
C3 MH1
23

11
+

+ +

J6
3 1

C148
3
JP25:OH TEMP
OPEN:45 C
J7
JP18 1-2:50 C
C65 + 2-3:55 C
#2

33

SAS809TQ

#1

C56
BUZZER RST C U19
R6

#0
1-2:RST
2-3:NO RST D3 5 1 UPGRADE
D3:ALARM REV 1.01 3 JP25 1

JP46
4 12 6 2

2
8
The SAS-809T and SAS-809TQ model backplanes have the same printed circuit
board, except that the SAS-809T model does not include the MG9071 AMI chip
and its supporting components.
Front Connectors
1. Power Connector (4-pin) JP10

2. SAS Port #0 J5

3. SAS Port #1 J6

4. SAS Port #2 J7

5. SAS Port #3 J8

6. Sideband JP51 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)

7. I2C JP44 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)

8. Upgrade JP46 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)

9. Chip Reset JP35 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)

10. Mode Select JP33 (Not included on the SAS-809T backplane)

11. Buzzer Reset JP18

12. MG9071 Chip (not included on the SAS-809T backplane)

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C-6 Front Connector and Pin Definitions

1. Backplane Main Power Connectors Backplane
Main Power
The 4-pin connectors designated JP10 pro- 4-Pin Connector
vides power to the backplane. See the table Pin# Definition
on the right for pin definitions. 1 +12V

2 and 3 Ground

4 +5V

2. - 5. SAS Ports
The SAS ports are used to connect the SAS
drive cables. The four ports are designated #0
- #3. Each port is also compatible with SATA
drives.

6. Sideband Header
Sideband Headers
The sideband header is designated JP51. For
Pin # Definition Pin # Definition
SAS-2 to work properly, you must connect an
2 SDIN/ 1 Controller
8-pin sideband cable. See the table to the right Backplane ID (SB6)
for pin definitions. Addressing
(SB5)

4 SDOUT/I2C 3 GND (SB2)

Reset
(SB4)

6 GND (SB3) 5 SDA (SB1)

8 Backplane 7 SCL (SB0)

ID (SB7)

10 No Connec- 9 No Connec-
tion tion

7. I2C Connectors I2C Connector

Pin Definitions
The I C Connector, designated JP44, is used
2

Pin# Definition
to monitor HDD activity and status. See the
1 Data
table on the right for pin definitions.
2 Ground

3 Clock

4 No Connection

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8. Upgrade Connectors
The upgrade connector, designated JP46, is
only included on the SAS-809TQ backplane
and is used for manufacturer's diagnostic
purposes only.

9. MG9071 Chip Reset

The chip reset, designated JP35, is only
included on the SAS-809TQ backplane
and is used to reset the MG9071 chip. For
details, see the jumper settings section of
this manual.

10. Mode Select

Mode select, designated JP33, is only included
on the SAS-809TQ backplane. It allows
switching between I2C and SGPIO modes.
For details, see the I2C and SGPIO settings
section of this manual.

11. Buzzer Reset

The buzzer reset is designated as JP18. It
is used to reset the buzzer after it has been
activated.

12. MG9071 Chip

The MG9071 chip, is only included on the
SAS-809TQ backplane. It is an enclosure
management chip that supports the SES-2
controller and SES-2 protocols.

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MH3
C-7 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions +
BZ1
MH3 MH2 +12V GND GND +5V
+ JP35 9071 RST:
1 1-2:RST

C59
+ 2-3:NO RST
3 U31

C32
BZ1 JP33 1
+
C59
J8 3 JP33:MODE SEL 1 JP10 4 JP44 I2C
#3 1-2:SGPIO JP51
2-3:I2C SIDEBAND

DESIGNED IN USA
MADE IN TAIWAN
12

Y1
C3 MH1
23
+

+ +

J6
3 1

C148
JP25:OH TEMP

MADE IN TAIWAN OPEN:45 C

J7
JP18 1-2:50 C
C65 + 2-3:55 C

#2
33

SAS809TQ

#1

C56
BUZZER RST C U19

R6

#0
1-2:RST
2-3:NO RST D3 5 1 UPGRADE
D3:ALARM REV 1.01 3 JP25 1

JP46
6 2
+
3 1
JP18
C65 + JP18

BUZZER RST
1-2:RST
2-3:NO RST
Explanation of Jumpers
3 2 1
To modify the operation of the backplane, Connector
Pins
jumpers can be used to choose between
optional settings. Jumpers create shorts
between two pins to change the function
of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with Jumper

a square solder pad on the printed circuit

board. Note: On two pin jumpers, "Closed"
3 2 1
means the jumper is on and "Open" means Setting
the jumper is off the pins.

Jumper Settings

Jumper Jumper Settings Note

2-3: Enabled Buzzer Reset*
JP18
1-2: Disabled
2-3: Default MG9071 Reset
JP35
1-2: Reset

*The buzzer sound indicates that a condition requiring immediate attention has
occurred.
The buzzer alarm is triggered by the following conditions:

1. Hard drive failure

2. Fan failure

3. System temperature over 45º Celsius.

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I2C and SGPIO Modes and Jumper Settings

This backplane can utilize I2C or SGPIO. SGPIO is the default mode and can be
used without making changes to your jumpers. The following information details
which jumpers must be configured to use I2C mode or restore your backplane to
SGPIO mode. This feature is only available with the SAS-809TQ backplane.

I2C Setting

Jumper Jumper Setting Note

JP33 2-3 Controller ID

SGPIO (Default)

Jumper Jumper Setting Note

JP33 1-2 Controller ID

C20 + + JP35 1
Front LED Indicators
3

MH3
+ + JP35 9071 RST:
1 1-2:RST
MH2 +12V
JP33
GND GND +5V 1
C26

2-3:NO RST
3 U31

J8 3 JP33:MODE SEL
C32

#3
BZ1 JP33 1
+
C85 C5
C59

J8 3 JP33:MODE SEL 1 JP10 4 JP44 I2C

#3
1-2:SGPIO
1-2:SGPIO JP51
2-3:I2C SIDEBAND

DESIGNED IN USA
MADE IN TAIWAN
12 2-3:I2C
Y1

C3 MH1
23
+

+ +
J6

3 1
C148

JP25:OH TEMP
OPEN:45 C
J7

JP18 1-2:50 C
C65 + 2-3:55 C
#2

33

SAS809TQ
#1

C56

BUZZER RST C U19

R6

#0

1-2:RST
2-3:NO RST D3 5 1 UPGRADE
D3:ALARM REV 1.01 3 JP25 1
JP46

23
6 2

C19
J7

A 33
C
D3 34
D3:ALARM

D3

Front Panel LEDs

LED STATE SPECIFICATION

Overheat/ Drive Failure LED Indicator
D3 ON
(Red light: flashing, Buzzer: On)

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C-8 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators

D13 D15
D6 D8
SAS #1 ACT#1
SAS #3 ACT#3

C
C D13

D15
R88
R84

AC

AC
27 33 9 21 27 33 9 21

SAS#3
SAS#1

R87

D6

R90

D8
A

A
FAIL#1 FAIL#3
J2 7 8 22 J4 7 8 22
ACT#0 ACT#2

C
C
D12

D14
R86
R83
J1

AC
AC
27 33 9 21 J3 27 33 9 21

SAS#2
SAS#0

R85

D5

D7
R89
A

A
FAIL#2
7 8 FAIL#0 7 8 22

D12 D14
22

SAS #0 D5 SAS #2 D7

Rear SAS/SATA Connectors

Rear Connector SAS Drive

Connector Number Number
SAS #0 J1 SAS/SATA HDD #0
SAS #1 J2 SAS/SATA HDD #1
SAS #2 J3 SAS/SATA HDD #2
SAS #3 J4 SAS/SATA HDD #3

Rear LED Indicators

Rear Failure LED

Hard Drive Activity
Connector (Not included on SAS-809T)
SAS #0 D12 D5
SAS #1 D13 D6
SAS #2 D14 D7
SAS #3 D15 D8

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Notes

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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
sale.

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