Supermicro SC815 — About This Manual

SC815 Chassis Manual Preface Table of Contents 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 SC815 chassis. This chapter also includes contact information. Preface About This Manual.........................................................................................................iii Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2: Standardized Warning Statements for AC/DC Systems 1-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1 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. 1-2 Shipping List.................................................................................................... 1-1 1-3 Contacting Supermicro.................................................................................... 1-3 1-4 Returning Merchandise for Service................................................................. 1-4 Chapter 3:

Chassis Components Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements for AC/DC Systems 2-1 About Standardized Warning Statements........................................................ 2-1 Refer here for details on this chassis model including the fans, bays, airflow shields, and other components. Warning Definition............................................................................................ 2-1 Chapter 4: System Interface Installation Instructions.................................................................................... 2-4 Circuit Breaker.................................................................................................

2-5 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. Power Disconnection Warning......................................................................... 2-6 Equipment Installation..................................................................................... 2-8 Restricted Area................................................................................................ 2-9 Chapter 5: Chassis Setup and Installation Battery Handling............................................................................................

2-10 Refer to this chapter for detailed information on this chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing, or reconfiguring your chassis. Redundant Power Supplies........................................................................... 2-12 Backplane Voltage......................................................................................... 2-13 Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes......................................... 2-14 Chapter 6: Rack Installation Product Disposal............................................................................................

2-15 Hot Swap Fan Warning................................................................................. 2-16 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. DC Power Supply ......................................................................................... 2-18 DC Power Disconnection............................................................................... 2-20 Hazardous Voltage or Energy Present on DC Power Terminals...................

2-21 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. Chapter 3 Chassis Components 3-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 3-1 3-2 Components..................................................................................................... 3-1 Appendix A: Power Supply Specifications Backplane........................................................................................................ 3-1 Appendix B:

BPN-SAS-815TQ Backplane Specifications Fans................................................................................................................. 3-1 Mounting Rails................................................................................................. 3-1 Appendix C: BPN-SAS3-815TQ Backplane Specifications Power Supply................................................................................................... 3-2 3-3 Where to get Replacement Components........................................................ 3-2 Air Shroud........................................................................................................

3-2 Chapter 4 System Interface 4-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 4-1 4-2 Control Panel Buttons...................................................................................... 4-2 iv v