Supermicro SuperChassis SC111TQ-563CB Rackmount Enclosure

The Supermicro SuperChassis SC111TQ-563CB is a compact, high-density 1U rackmount enclosure designed for reliable enterprise and data-center deployments. Built to support a range of motherboard form factors, including EATX, ATX, and µATX, this chassis delivers versatility, robust storage options, and scalable cooling in a compact black enclosure. With four external 2.5" bays and a capable 560 W power supply, the SC111TQ-563CB is engineered to balance performance, expandability, and space efficiency for growing workloads that require dependable server-ready infrastructure in a tight footprint.

• Versatile motherboard compatibility: The enclosure supports EATX, ATX, and µATX motherboards, giving you freedom to repurpose existing boards or choose the right motherboard for your application without sacrificing rack space.
• Flexible storage with four external 2.5" bays: Four external 2.5-inch drive bays provide fast, compact storage options ideal for SSDs and high-speed HDDs in a 1U form factor, enabling quick boot drives, cache, or tiered storage configurations.
• Optimized cooling with expandable fan support: Three fans are installed by default, and the chassis can accommodate up to five fans to maintain optimal airflow under heavy I/O loads and dense configurations, helping to sustain performance and reliability.
• Reliable power in a compact 1U chassis: Equipped with a 560 W power supply, the SC111TQ-563CB delivers solid power delivery for mainstream servers and workstations while fitting neatly into standard data-center racks.
• Expansion for ATX boards: Includes a dedicated expansion slot to support ATX motherboards and provide room for PCIe/PCI expansion cards, enabling GPUs, RAID controllers, or other add-in cards as your compute needs grow.

Technical Details of [product]

• Form Factor: 1U rackmount enclosure
• Color: Black
• Drive Bays: 4 x External 2.5" bays
• Power Supply: 1 x 560 W
• Fans: 3 installed; supports up to 5 fans
• Motherboard Support: EATX, ATX, µATX
• Expansion: 1 x PCIe/PCI expansion slot (ATX motherboard support)

how to install [product]

• Prepare your rackspace: ensure the rack is stable, power is off, and you have the required mounting rails or hardware to secure the 1U enclosure.
• Install the motherboard: mount the EATX/ATX/µATX motherboard in the chassis using the appropriate standoffs, aligning ports and connectors with the rear and front access areas.
• Mount storage: insert the four external 2.5" drives into the dedicated drive bays and connect power and data cables as needed, ensuring neat cable routing for airflow.
• Install expansion cards: if you plan to use PCIe or PCI expansion cards, install them into the available expansion slot on the ATX motherboard, and secure them to the chassis.
• Connect power and data: attach the 560 W power supply, route power cables to the motherboard, drives, and expansion cards, and connect any chassis fans or status indicators as required.
• Rack mounting and boot: slide the enclosure into the rack rails, secure with screws, power on, and enter the BIOS/UEFI to configure boot order, RAID, and fan profiles for your workload.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the form factor of the SC111TQ-563CB? It is a 1U rackmount enclosure designed for space-efficient deployments.
• How many drives does it support? The chassis includes 4 external 2.5" drive bays for fast storage options.
• Which motherboard sizes are compatible? The enclosure supports EATX, ATX, and µATX motherboards, providing flexibility for different builds.
• What power supply comes with it? A 560 W power supply is included to support typical server workloads in a compact form factor.
• How many fans are installed and how many can be used? Three fans are installed by default, with support for up to five fans to optimize cooling for higher-density configurations.
• Is there a PCI expansion option? Yes, there is a dedicated expansion slot to accommodate PCIe/PCI cards on ATX motherboards, enabling additional capabilities as your system grows.