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REV:1.02DESIGNED IN USA

BPN-SAS-816T-A4 BACKPLANE
USER'S GUIDE
Rev. 1.0

BPN-SAS-816T-A4 Backplane User's Guide
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Preface

Table of Contents
Contacting Supermicro...................................................................................................iv
Returning Merchandise for Service.................................................................................v

Chapter 1 Safety Guidelines
1-1

ESD Safety Guidelines.................................................................................... 1-1

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General Safety Guidelines............................................................................... 1-1

1-3

An Important Note to Users............................................................................. 1-2

1-4Introduction to the BPN-SAS-816T-A4 Backplane........................................... 1-2

Chapter 2 Connectors and Pin Definitions
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Front Connectors............................................................................................. 2-1

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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:

marketing@supermicro.com (General Information)
support@supermicro.com (Technical Support)

Web Site:www.supermicro.com

EuropeAddress:

Super Micro Computer B.V.
Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML's-Hertogenbosch, The NetherlandsTel:+31 (0) 73-6400390

Fax:+31 (0) 73-6416525

Email:

sales@supermicro.nl (General Information)
support@supermicro.nl (Technical Support)
rma@supermicro.nl (Customer Support)

Asia-Pacific
Address:

Super Micro Computer, Inc.
4F, No. 232-1, Liancheng Rd
Chung-Ho Dist., New Taipei City 235
TaiwanTel:+886-(2) 8226-3990

Fax:+886-(2) 8226-3991

Web Site:www.supermicro.com.tw

Technical Support:
Email:

support@supermicro.com.tw

Tel:+886-(2)-8226-3990

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Returning Merchandise for Service
A receipt or copy of your invoice marked with the date of purchase is required before any warranty service will be rendered. You can obtain service by calling yourvendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning to
the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outsideof the shipping carton, and mailed prepaid or hand-carried. Shipping and handlingcharges 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 backplane in the original Supermicro box, using theoriginal packaging materials. If these are no longer available, be sure to pack thebackplane in an anti-static bag and inside the box. Make sure that there is enoughpackaging material surrounding the backplane so that it does not become damaged
during shipping.
This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages incurred 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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viChapter 1 Safety Guidelines

Chapter 1Safety Guidelines
To avoid personal injury and property damage, carefully follow all the safety steps
listed below when accessing your system or handling the components.

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ESD Safety Guidelines

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

• 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.
1-2

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 thebackplane.

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

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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.

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Introduction to the BPN-SAS-816T-A4 Backplane

The BPN-SAS-816T-A4 backplane has been designed to utilize the most up-to-datetechnology available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality performance.

This manual reflects BPN-SAS-816T-A4 Revision 1.02, the most current releaseavailable at the time of publication. Always refer to the Supermicro web site at www.
supermicro.com for the latest updates, compatible parts and supported configurations.

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Chapter 2Connectors and Pin Definitions
2-1Front Connectors

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Figure 2-1: Front Connectors

The BPN-SAS-816T-A4 backplanes features the following front connectors:
Front Connectors
1. Power Connector: (4-pin) JP10
2. SATA Connector #0: (7-pin), J5, connect to cable.
3. SATA Connector #1: (7-pin), J6, connect to cable.
4. SATA Connector #2: (7-pin), J8, connect to cable.
5. SATA Connector #3: (7-pin), J7, connect to cable.
6. SAS#0 Connector: J1.
7. SAS#1 Connector: J2.
8. SAS#2 Connector: J3.
9. SAS#3 Connector: J4.

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Front Connector and Pin Definitions

1. Power ConnectorThe 4-pin connector designated JP10 provides
power to the backplane. See the table on theright for pin definitions.

Backplane
Main Power
4-Pin Connector
Pin#              Definition
4+12V

1 and 2Ground32. - 5. SATA Connectors
The SATA connectors are used to connect theSATA cables. The four connectors are designated #0, #1, #2 and #3.

6. - 9. SAS Connectors
The SAS connectors are used to connect thehard drives. The four connectors are designated SAS#0, SAS#1, SAS#2, SAS#3. Eachconnector is compatible with SATA and SASdrives.

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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 support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices,
aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic
property damage. Accordingly, Supermicro disclaims any and all liability, and shouldbuyer use or sell such products for use in such ultra-hazardous applications, it does soentirely at its own risk. Furthermore, buyer agrees to fully indemnify, defend and holdSupermicro 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 orsale.

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