SUPERMICR AOC-S3816L-L16iT Broadcom Chip User Guide

: June 6, 2024
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AOC-S3816L-L16iT
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User’s Guide
Revision 1.0

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User’s Guide Revision 1.0
Release Date: December 21, 2020
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Preface

About this User’s Guide

This user’s guide is written for system integrators, IT technicians, and knowledgeable end users. It provides information for the installation and use of the AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT expansion card.

About this Expansion Card

The Supermicro SAS AOC-S3816L-L16iT internal controller card features 16 internal SAS3 ports with two internal SlimSAS connectors. The Supermicro SAS AOC-S3808L-L8iT internal controller card features eight internal SAS3 ports with one internal SlimSAS connector. They utilize an LSIAS 3816 (AOC-S3816L- L16iT) or LSIAS 3808 (AOC-S3808L-L8iT) SAS3 controller chip and feature a 1.2GHz processor. The AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT can provide support for server systems of up to 122 devices. The AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT is streamlined to meet the growing demand for increased data throughput and scalability requirements across the enterprise-class server platforms. It is a low power and cost-effective near-line storage solution that delivers maximum performance and reliability.

An Important Note to the User

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 user’s guide.

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 your vendor for a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. When returning the AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT card to the manufacturer, the RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton, and the shipping package is mailed prepaid or hand-carried. Shipping and handling charges will be applied for all orders that must be mailed when service is complete. For faster service, you can also request a RMA authorization online http://www.supermicro. com/RmaForm/. This warranty only covers normal consumer use and does not cover damages incurred in shipping or from failure due to the alternation, misuse, abuse or improper maintenance of products.

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Chapter 1 Overview

Overview

Congratulations on purchasing your expansion card from an acknowledged leader in the industry. Supermicro products are designed with the utmost attention to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. For product support and updates, please visit our website at http://www.supermicro.com/

Technical Specifications

General

Host PCIe Gen4 low-profile card
Sixteen internal SAS3 ports for AOC-S3816L-L16iT, eight internal SAS3 ports for AOC-S3808L-L8iT
1.2GHz processor
HBA supports up to 122 devices with expander
Supports 12GB/s, 6GB/s, and 3GB/s SAS data transfer rates
Supports 6GB/s and 3GB/s SATA data transfer rates
Supports MCTP over PCIe
Supports HW Secure Boot
Enlarged venting hole mounting bracket for improved airflow
Ambient operating temperature: 10°C – 55°C

OS Support

Windows, Linux

Power Consumption

11 Watts for AOC-S3808L-L8iT, 14 Watts for AOC-S3816L-L16iT

Physical Dimensions

Card PCB dimensions: 5.4″ x 2.71″ (L x H)

Chapter 2: Hardware Components

Controller Card Layout and Components

SUPERMICR AOC-S3816L-L16iT Broadcom Chip - featuted
Image Figure 2-1. AOC-S3816L-L16iT /AOC-S3808L-L8iT

Figure 2-1. AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT The AOC-S3816L-L16iT is a low- profile SAS controller card with 16 internal SAS3 ports and two SlimSAS x8 connectors. The AOC-S3808L-L8iT is a low-profile SAS controller card with eight internal SAS3 ports and one SlimSAS x8 connector. The following pages describe the components and settings for the AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT.

Major Components

The following are the major components that make up the AOC-S3816L-L16iT/ AOC- S3808L-L8iT controller card: SUPERMICR AOC-S3816L-L16iT Broadcom Chip - Major
Components

Figure 2-2. AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT Front Layout

AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT Major Components

Front Connectors and LED

SAS Connectors

There are two SlimSAS x8 connectors on the AOC-S3816L-L16iT controller card and one SlimSAS x8 connector on the AOC-S3808L-L8iT controller card, providing 16 ports (AOC-S3816L-L16iT) or eight ports (AOC-S3808L-L8iT) that support a transfer rate on each port of up to 12Gb/s with SAS devices and 6Gb/s with SATA devices.

PSoC LED

A blinking green LED indicates the PSoC is running on the controller chip.

SUPERMICR AOC-S3816L-L16iT Broadcom Chip - Front SAS3 Figure 2-3. Front SAS3 Connectors and LED

AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT Front Connectors and LED

Component| Description
1| SAS Connectors SAS 0-7
2| SAS Connectors SAS 8-15
3| PSoC LED

SUPERMICR AOC-S3816L-L16iT Broadcom Chip - Front
Header

Figure 2-4. Front Headers

AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT Front Headers

Rear LEDs

Heartbeat LED

A blinking green LED indicates the firmware is running on the controller chip.

System Error LED

A solid red LED indicates a system error has occurred.

Overheat LED

A solid red LED indicates the controller card has overheated.

SUPERMICR AOC-S3816L-L16iT Broadcom Chip - Rear LEDs

Figure 2-5. Rear LEDs

AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT Rear LEDs

Component| Description
1| Heartbeat LED
2| System Error LED
3| Overheat LED

Chapter 3 Installation

Static-Sensitive Devices

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To avoid damaging your controller card, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.

Precautions

Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
Touch a grounded metal object before removing the controller card from the antistatic bag.
Handle the controller card by its edges only; do not touch its components or peripheral chips.
Put the controller card back into the antistatic bags when not in use.
For grounding purposes, make sure that your system chassis provides excellent conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and the controller card.

Unpacking

The controller card is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When unpacking your component, make sure you are static protected.
Note: To avoid damaging your components and to ensure proper installation, be sure to always connect the power cord last, and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components.

Before Installation

To install the controller card properly, follow the steps below.

Prior to Installation

Power down the system and unplug the power cord.
Use industry-standard anti-static equipment (such as gloves or wrist strap) and follow the precautions on page 3-1 to avoid damage caused by ESD.

Installing the Controller Card

Depending upon which system configuration is used, a riser card may or may not be required to install the AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT.

Installing the Controller Card

Power down the system, remove the power cords from the rear of the power supply and remove the system cover.
Verify that your controller card is equipped with the correct length of PCIe slot mounting bracket for your system. The AOC-S3816L-L16iT/AOC-S3808L-L8iT controller card includes a low-profile PCIe mounting bracket. However, if your system features full-height PCIe slots, replace the low-profile bracket with a full-height bracket.
Insert the controller card into a x8 PCIe slot.
Connect the SAS interface cables from the controller card to either the direct attached storage target devices or the cable sockets on the backplanes.
The cable latch will click into the locked position when connected properly.
Replace the system cover, plug in the power cord, and power up the system.

SUPERMICR AOC-S3816L-L16iT Broadcom Chip - Connecting Figure 3-1. Connecting the Cables

Static Sensitive Devices

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. To avoid damaging your controller card, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.

Precautions

Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge. · Touch a grounded metal object before removing the controller card from the antistatic bag.
Handle the controller card by its edges only; do not touch its components or peripheral chips.
Put the controller card back into the antistatic bags when not in use. · For grounding purposes, make sure that your system chassis provides excellent conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and the controller card.

Unpacking

The controller card is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When unpacking your component, make sure you are static protected.
Note: To avoid damaging your components and to ensure proper installation, be sure to always connect the power cord last, and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components.

Installing the Drivers in Windows

Refer to the instructions that came with your controller card and follow the manufacturer’s recommended steps for installing the NVMe driver. Download the latest drivers from the Supermicro project board at https://www.supermicro.com/wftp/driver/SAS/LSI/3808-3816/Driver.

Uninstalling the Drivers

To Uninstall the Drivers in Windows:
Follow the system driver uninstall procedure in the operating system.

(Disclaimer Continued)

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 should buyer use or sell such products for use in such ultra-hazardous applications, it does so entirely at its own risk. Furthermore, buyer agrees to fully indemnify, defend and hold Supermicro 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 or sale.