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SC504 Chassis Manual
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5-4 Installing the Motherboard
Figure 5-6: Chassis Standoffs
Chassis Standoffs
Standoffs prevent short circuits by securing space between the motherboard and the
chassis surface. The SC504 chassis includes permanent and removable standoffs
in locations used by Micro ATX 9.6" x 9.6" size motherboards.
Motherboard Installation
Installing the Motherboard
1. Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar
with component placement, requirements, precautions, and cable connec-
tions. The SC504 chassis supports 9.6" x 9.6" Micro ATX motherboards. Refer
to the Supermicro Web site or contact Supermicro for assistance.
2. Power down the server, disconnect the power cord from the power supply and
remove the cover.
3. Compare the mounting holes in the motherboard to those in the chassis then
add or remove standoffs as needed.
4. Lay the motherboard in the chassis, aligning it with the standoffs.
5. Secure the motherboard to the chassis using the rounded, Phillips head
screws. Do not exceed eight pounds of torque when tightening down the
motherboard.
6. Secure the CPU(s), heatsinks, and other components to the motherboard as
described in the motherboard documentation.
7. Connect the cables between the motherboard, chassis, front panel, and
power supply, as needed.
Add Chassis Standoffs