Supermicro 829BTQ-R920WB System Cabinet

Designed for data centers, enterprise labs, and growing IT environments, the Supermicro 829BTQ-R920WB System Cabinet combines rugged reliability with scalable storage and flexible expansion. This 2U, rack-mountable chassis arrives in a sleek black enclosure that blends seamlessly into professional server rooms while delivering the performance and reliability needed for demanding workloads. With 11 drive bays, including one external 5.25" bay and ten external 3.5" bays, this chassis is purpose-built to maximize storage density and simplify deployment for mixed workloads—from dense storage arrays to compute-heavy applications. The 920 W power supply provides ample headroom for high-performance components, and support for up to four fans enables effective cooling and thermal management under peak loads. Seven expansion slots open the door to a wide range of PCIe cards, network adapters, or accelerators, while two front USB ports ensure quick maintenance and local management. In short, the 829BTQ-R920WB is a scalable, space-efficient backbone for modern servers, edge deployments, and multi-node configurations, delivering reliability, expandability, and steady performance in a compact 2U footprint.

• 2U rack-mountable chassis in a black finish, optimized for rack environments and data centers
• 11 drive bays (1 external 5.25" bay + 10 external 3.5" bays) to maximize storage density and configurability
• 920 W power supply with solid power delivery for demanding components and workloads
• Supports up to 4 fans for effective cooling and thermal management in dense configurations
• 7 expansion slots and 2 front USB ports for flexible I/O, PCIe options, and easy maintenance

Technical Details of Supermicro 829BTQ-R920WB System Cabinet

• Model: 829BTQ-R920WB
• Form factor: 2U rack-mountable
• Color: Black
• Drive bays: 11 (1 x external 5.25" bay, 10 x external 3.5" bays)
• Expansion slots: 7
• Power supply: 920 W
• Fans supported: 4
• Front I/O: 2 x USB ports
• Purpose: System cabinet / chassis for scalable server deployments

How to install Supermicro 829BTQ-R920WB System Cabinet

• Prepare your rack and rails: Ensure the rack can accommodate a 2U chassis and has the appropriate mounting rails or cage nuts for secure installation.
• Mount the chassis into the rack: Align the holes, secure with screws, and verify the chassis is level and stable before proceeding.
• Install power and cooling: Attach the 920 W power supply if it is modular or install the internal fans as required. Route cables neatly to promote airflow and accessibility for maintenance.
• Install motherboard and components: Insert the motherboard, CPU, memory, and any PCIe cards into the expansion slots. Follow the motherboard’s guidelines for standoffs and grounding to prevent shorts.
• Configure drive bays and storage: Install drives into the 11 bays (1 external 5.25" and 10 external 3.5" bays) and connect the appropriate data and power cables to storage controllers or backplanes as applicable.
• Connect I/O and management: Attach front USB connectors to the motherboard, connect NICs or other network adapters as needed, and ensure cable management keeps airflow unobstructed.
• Power on and configure: Boot into the system BIOS/UEFI and configure boot order, RAID settings if applicable, and any server management features. Verify that all drives are detected and operating properly.
• Finalize deployment: Install the operating system, drivers, and any management software. Validate system stability under representative workloads and monitor temperatures during initial runs.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the form factor of the Supermicro 829BTQ-R920WB System Cabinet?
• A: It is a 2U rack-mountable chassis designed for data center and rack deployment.
• Q: How many drive bays does this chassis provide?
• A: It offers 11 drive bays in total: 1 external 5.25" bay and 10 external 3.5" bays, enabling versatile storage configurations.
• Q: What is the power supply specification?
• A: The chassis is supplied with a 920 W power supply to support high-performance components and storage arrays.
• Q: How many USB ports are available on the front I/O?
• A: There are 2 front USB ports for maintenance and direct system access.
• Q: How many expansion slots does it have and what cooling options are supported?
• A: It has 7 expansion slots and supports up to 4 fans for effective cooling in dense configurations.