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Supermicro SC743 Series User Manual

Supermicro SC743 Series
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USER’S MANUAL
Revision 1.3b
SC743 Chassis
CSE-743AC-668B
CSE-743TQ-903B-SQ
CSE-743AC-1K26B-SQ
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Supermicro SC743 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSupermicro
ModelSC743 Series
CategoryChassis
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

About This Manual and Warnings

Manual scope, content, and safety warnings.

Contacting Supermicro

Supermicro Contact Information

Provides contact details for Supermicro headquarters, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview and Unpacking

Brief outline of chassis functions and unpacking instructions.

System and Chassis Features

Details on chassis family, drives, cooling, expansion slots, form factor, and dimensions.

Control Panel Features

Description of control panel buttons and status LEDs.

Front Chassis Features

Identification of features on the front of the chassis.

Rear Chassis Features

Identification of features on the rear of the chassis.

Acquiring Components and Service

Information on obtaining replacement parts and returning for service.

Chapter 2: Rack Mount Installation

Rack Mounting Preparation and Precautions

Guidance on setup location, rack, and server precautions.

Server Precautions and Rack Mounting Considerations

Safety and environmental factors for rack mounting.

Circuit Overloading and Reliable Grounding

Ensuring electrical safety and proper grounding for rack installations.

2.3 Chassis Preparation

Steps to prepare the chassis for rack mounting.

Removing Chassis Covers and Feet

Instructions for removing the tower top cover and chassis feet.

2.4 Installing the Rails

Procedure for identifying and installing rack rails.

Identifying and Releasing Rack Rails

Details on identifying rail sections and releasing inner rails.

Installing the Inner Rails

Steps for attaching inner rails to the chassis.

Assembling Outer Rails and Brackets

Instructions for assembling outer rails and rail brackets.

2.5 Installing the Server into the Rack

Procedure for sliding the server into the installed rack rails.

Removing the Chassis from the Rack

Steps for safely removing the chassis from a rack.

2.6 Control Panel Orientation

Guidance on orienting the control panel for rack mounting.

Tower and Rack Mount Configurations

Visuals of chassis in tower and rack mount modes.

Rotating Control Panel for Rack Mounting

Detailed steps for rotating the control panel module.

Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation

Removing Power and Accessing System

Procedures for safely removing power and accessing internal components.

3.3 Chassis Components

Overview of chassis components.

Storage Drive Bays and Indicators

Details on hot-swap drive bays and their LED indicators.

Installing and Removing Internal Drives

Instructions for installing and removing hot-swap drive carriers.

2.5-inch Drive Installation and Removal

Steps for installing and removing 2.5-inch drives into converter trays.

Converter Bracket and 3.5-inch Drive Installation

Procedures for removing converter brackets and installing 3.5-inch drives.

Configuring 5.25-inch Drive Bays

Options for configuring 5.25-inch drive bays with peripherals or drives.

Accessing and Installing Drives in 5.25" Bays

Steps for accessing drive trays and installing storage drives.

Installing 5.25-inch Peripheral Devices

Instructions for installing peripheral devices like DVD drives.

Additional Storage Drives in a Mobile Rack

Details on installing a mobile rack for additional 2.5-inch drives.

Installing the Mobile Rack

Procedure for installing the mobile rack into the chassis.

Installing Expansion Cards

Steps for installing PCIe expansion cards into the chassis.

System Cooling Overview

Information on chassis cooling system.

Chassis Fans and Replacement

Details on chassis fans and how to replace them.

Air Shroud Installation

Instructions for installing the air shroud for optimal airflow.

Power Supply

Overview of power supply options and installation.

Power Supply Installation

Steps for installing or replacing the power supply unit.

Appendix A: Power Supply Specifications

Power Supply Specifications by Wattage

Detailed specifications for 668W, 900W, and 1200W power supplies.

Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements

General AC System Warnings

Industry standard warnings for AC systems, including definitions.

Circuit Breaker Requirements

Warning regarding circuit breaker rating for protection.

Power Disconnection Warning

Safety warning for disconnecting power before servicing.

Equipment Installation Safety

Warning about installation by trained and qualified personnel only.

Restricted Area Installation Warning

Warning regarding installation in restricted access areas.

Battery Handling Warning

Warning about potential explosion risk from incorrect battery replacement.

Redundant Power Supplies Warning

Warning for units with multiple power supply connections.

Backplane Voltage Warning

Warning about hazardous voltage present on the backplane.

Compliance with Electrical Codes

Warning to comply with local and national electrical codes.

Product Disposal Regulations

Warning regarding proper disposal of the product according to laws.

Hot Swap Fan Warning

Warning about hazardous moving parts in fan assemblies.

Power Cable and AC Adapter Warning

Warning about using correct cables and adapters to prevent malfunction or fire.

Appendix C: BPN-SAS-743TQ Backplane Specifications

Safety Guidelines for BPN-SAS-743TQ

Safety guidelines including ESD and general safety for the backplane.

Version Information

Manual revision and version information for the backplane.

Rear Connectors, Jumpers, and Indicators

Identification of rear connectors and their silkscreen labels.

Rear Connector and Pin Definitions

Detailed pin definitions for rear connectors.

SAS Port Connections and Settings

Chart for SAS port connections in I2C and SGPIO settings.

I²C and SGPIO Mode Jumper Settings

Configuration details for I2C and SGPIO modes using jumpers.

Jumper Explanation and Settings

Explanation of jumper functionality and specific settings.

Rear LED Indicators

Description of rear LED indicators and their states.

C-4 Front Connectors and Indicators

Identification of front connectors and LEDs.

Drive Connectors and LED Indicators

Mapping of drive numbers to front connectors and LEDs.

Appendix D: BPN-SAS3-743A Backplane Specifications

Safety Guidelines for BPN-SAS3-743A

Safety guidelines including ESD and general safety for the backplane.

Version Information

Manual revision and version information for the backplane.

D-3 Rear Connectors, Jumpers, and Indicators

Identification of rear connectors on the backplane.

Rear Connector and Pin Definitions

Detailed pin definitions for rear connectors.

Rear Jumpers and Pin Definitions

Identification and pin definitions for rear jumpers.

Jumper Explanation and Settings

Explanation of jumper functionality and specific settings.

D-4 Front Connectors and Indicators

Identification of front connectors and LEDs.

Drive Connectors and LED Indicators

Mapping of drive numbers to front connectors and LEDs.

Appendix E: SATA-743 Backplane Specifications

Safety Guidelines for SATA-743

Safety guidelines including ESD and general safety for the backplane.

Introduction to SATA-743 Backplane

Overview and introduction to the SATA-743 backplane.

E-5 Front Connectors and Jumpers

Identification of front connectors and jumpers on the backplane.

Connectors and Jumpers Overview

List and identification of front connectors and jumpers.

E-6 Front Connector and Jumper Pin Definitions

Detailed pin definitions for front connectors and jumpers.

E-7 Front Jumper Locations and Pin Definitions

Locations and pin definitions for front jumpers.

Jumper Explanation and Settings

Explanation of jumper functionality and specific settings.

Front LED Indicator

Description of the front LED indicator and its status.

E-8 Rear Connectors and LED Indicators

Identification of rear connectors and their corresponding LEDs.

Rear Connectors

List and identification of rear SATA connectors.

Rear LEDs

Description of rear LEDs and their activity status.

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