User`s manual
C-2
SC216 Chassis Manual
C-3 A 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.
C-4 Introduction to the SAS-216A Backplane
The SAS-216A backplane has been designed to utilize the most up-to-date technol-
ogy available, providing your system with reliable, high-quality performance.
This manual reects SAS-216A Revision 1.02, the most current release available at
the time of publication. Always refer to the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.
com for the latest updates, compatible parts and supported congurations.