SC836 Chassis Series SC836BE1C-R1K03B SC836BE2C-R1K03B SC836BHA-R1K28B SC836BHE16-R1K28B SC836BHE26-R1K28B SC836BE16-R1K28B SC836BE26-R1K28B SC836BA-R1K28B SC836BE16-R920B SC836BE26-R920B SC836BA-R920B SC836TQ-R500B SC836E16-R500B SC836E16-R1200B SC836E26-R1200B SC836A-R1200B SC836BE1C-R1K23B SC836TQ-R710B SC836TQ-R800V / SC836TQ-R800B USER’S MANUAL Revision 2.2

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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.

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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 2.2 Release Date: March 09, 2020 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 without notice.

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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 chassis. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. This document lists compatible parts available when this document was published. Refer to the Supermicor web site for updates on supported parts and configurations. Warnings Special attention should be given to the following symbols used in this manual. Warning! Indicates important information given to prevent equipment/ property damage or personal injury. Warning!

Indicates high voltage may be encountered when performing a procedure. iii

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SC836 Chassis Manual Contents Contacting Supermicro ................................................................................................vii Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Shipping List.................................................................................................... 1-2 1-3 Chassis Features............................................................................................. 1-2 Processor Support...........................................................................................

1-2 PCI Expansion Slots........................................................................................ 1-2 Cooling............................................................................................................. 1-2 Control Panel................................................................................................... 1-2 1-4 Returning Merchandise for Service................................................................. 1-3 1-5 Where to get Replacement Components........................................................

1-3 Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements........................................................ 2-1 Warning Definition............................................................................................ 2-1 Installation Instructions.................................................................................... 2-4 Circuit Breaker................................................................................................. 2-5 Power Disconnection Warning.........................................................................

2-6 Equipment Installation..................................................................................... 2-8 Restricted Area................................................................................................ 2-9 Battery Handling............................................................................................ 2-10 Redundant Power Supplies .......................................................................... 2-12 Backplane Voltage......................................................................................... 2-13 Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes.........................................

2-14 Product Disposal............................................................................................ 2-15 Hot Swap Fan Warning................................................................................. 2-16 Chapter 3 System Interface Power Cable and AC Adapter ...................................................................... 2-18 3-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 3-1 3-2 Control Panel Buttons......................................................................................

3-2 Power............................................................................................................... 3-2 Reset................................................................................................................ 3-2 3-3 Control Panel LEDs......................................................................................... 3-2 Power............................................................................................................... 3-2 HDD.................................................................................................................

3-2 NIC2................................................................................................................. 3-3 iv

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