SCF418 Chassis Manual
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5-10 Installing the Motherboard
Compatible Motherboards
For the most up-to-date information on compatible motherboards and other parts,
visit the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com.
Permanent and Optional Standoffs
Standoffs prevent short circuits by creating space between the motherboard and the
floor of the node. The SCF418 chassis includes permanent standoffs in locations
used by most motherboards. These standoffs use the rounded Phillips head screws
included in the SCF418 accessories packaging.
Some motherboards require additional screws for heatsinks, general components
and/or non-standard security. Optional standoffs are used for these mother-
boards.
To use an optional standoff, compare the mounting holes in the motherboard with
those in the floor of the node. Then place a screw through the bottom the node and
secure the screw with a hexagonal nut (rounded side up).
Depending upon the configuration of the motherboard being used, it is also possible
that some of the optional standoffs which are pre-installed in the chassis, may need
to be removed. Add or remove standoffs as needed.