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Preface Preface About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 2016Ti-HTRF. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 2016Ti-HTRF is a 2U Twin2 (two serverboards/nodes in a 2U chassis) rackmount server based on the SC217HQ-R920B server chassis and four Super X8SiT-HF serverboards.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfiguring the serverboard. Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC217HQ-R920B 2U rackmount server chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing or reconfiguring SATA or peripheral drives and when replacing system power supply units and cooling fans.
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SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Motherboard Features ..................................................................................... 1-2 Processor ........................................................................................................ 1-2 Memory .................................................................
Table of Contents Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack ............................................................ 2-7 Standard Chassis Installation ......................................................................... 2-8 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup .................................................................... 2-9 2-6 Preparing to Power On ................................................................................. 2-10 Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview ...............
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 5-10 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................ 5-23 5-11 Onboard Indicators........................................................................................ 5-26 5-12 SATA Ports .................................................................................................... 5-27 5-13 Installing Software ...................................................................................
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview The Supermicro SuperServer 2016Ti-HTRF is "2U Twin2" server composed of the SC217HQ-R920B chassis and four X8SiT-HF motherboards. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the 2016Ti-HTRF. In addition to the mainboard and chassis, various hardware components may have been included with the 2016Ti-HTRF, as listed below.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 1-2 Motherboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 2016Ti-HTRF are four X8SiT-HF single processor motherboards based upon Intel's 3420 chipset. Below are the main features of the X8SiT-HF. Note that the features on each board are quadrupled for the server, which includes four nodes. Processor Each X8SiT-HF supports single Intel® Xeon® 3400 and L3400 Series, CoreTM i3 and Pentium® G6950 processors (LGA1156 socket).
Chapter 1: Introduction PCI-E x16 SLOT PCIe2.0_x16 5.0Gb/s DDR3 (CHA) Xeon 3400 Series 1333/1066MHz DIMM1(Far) DIMM2 DIMM3 6 UDIMM DDR3 (CHB) VID[0-7] 1333/1066MHz DIMM1(Far) DIMM2 DIMM3 6 SATA PORTS 7 USB PORTS 2.5Gb x4 DMI VRM 11.1 MISC VRs SATA-II PCIe_x1 2.5Gbps GLAN1 82576BE RJ45 Intel 3420 PCIe_x1 2.5Gbps GLAN2 82576BE RJ45 PCH PCI32 300MB/s USB2.0 480Mbps LPC TPM 1.2 LPC header CLOCK FLASH SPI 32Mb SPI LPC COM1 HEALTH INFO NUVOTON WPCM450 RMII LPC CK505 Rev1.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 1-3 Server Chassis Features The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC217HQ-R920B 2U chassis. Details on the chassis can be found in Chapter 6. System Power The SC217HQ-R920B includes a redundant (dual) 920W power supply, which provides power to both serverboards (nodes). If either power supply failes, the other will allow the system to continue to run.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-4 2U Twin2: System Notes As a 2U Twin2 configuration, the 2016Ti-HTRF is a unique server system. With four system boards incorporated into a single chassis acting as four separate nodes, there are several points you should keep in mind. Nodes Each of the serverboards act as a separate node in the system. As independant nodes, each may be powered off and on without affecting the others.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 1-5 Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Chapter 2 Server Installation 2-1 Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get the 2016Ti-HTRF up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time. This quick setup assumes that your system has come to you with the processors and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a serverboard, processors, system memory etc.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Choosing a Setup Location • Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door completely (~25 inches). • • Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing. This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like).
Chapter 2: Server Installation • Allow the hot plug hard drives and power supply modules to cool before touching them. • Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling. • Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking the chassis airflow. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Removing the Protective Film Before operating the server for the first time, it is important to remove the protective film covering the top of the chassis, in order to allow for proper ventilation and cooling. Removing the Protective Film 1. Peel off the protective film covering the top cover and the top of the chassis 2. Check that all ventilation openings on the top cover and the top of the chassis are clear and unobstructed.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 2-4 Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the SC217 chassis into a rack unit with the quick-release rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using. Note: This rail will fit a rack between 26" and 33.5" deep.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Inner Rails 14 12 14 13 Figure 6-3: Installing the Inner Rails Figure 2-3: Installing the Inner Rails Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis Installing the Inner Rails 1. Confirm that the left and right inner rails have been correctly identified. 2. Place the inner rail firmly against the side of the chassis, aligning the hooks on the side of the chassis with the holes in the inner rail. 3.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 1 14 12 13 Figure 6-5: Extending and Releasing the Outer Rails Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack Installing the Outer Rails 1. Press upward on the locking tab at the rear end of the middle rail. 2. Push the middle rail back into the outer rail. 3. Hang the hooks of the front of the outer rail onto the slots on the front of the rack. If necessary, use screws to secure the outer rails to the rack, as illustrated above. 4.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Ball-Bearing Shuttle Figure 6-6: Installing into a Rack Standard Chassis Installation Installing the Chassis into a Rack 1. Confirm that the inner rails are properly installed on the chassis. 2. Confirm that the outer rails are correctly installed on the rack. 3. Pull the middle rail out from the front of the outer rail and make sure that the ball-bearing shuttle is at the front locking position of the middle rail. 4.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the system in the rack, you will need to access the inside of the nodes to make sure the serverboard is properly installed. Accessing the Inside of a Node (Figure 2-6) 1. Make sure the protective film on the cover has been removed as described in the previous section. 2. Before removing a node, unplug all the cables that connect to that node. 3.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 2-6 Preparing to Power On Next, you should check to make sure the hard drives and the backplane have been properly installed and all connections have been made. Checking the Hard Drives 1. The hard disk drives are accessable from the front of the server and can be installed and removed from the front of the chassis without removing the top chassis cover. 2. Depending upon your system's configuration, your system may have one or more drives already installed.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-6.
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Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview There are LEDs on the control panels and on the hard drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specific components. There are also two buttons on each control panel. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate response you may need to take.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 3-3 Control Panel LEDs In addition to the LEDs built into the power and UID buttons, each of the four control panels located on the front of the SC217 chassis has two LEDs that provide you with critical information related their own node. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take. Alert LED This LED is illuminated when an alert condition occurs.
Chapter 3: System Interface 3-4 Drive Carrier LEDs Each drive carrier has two LEDs. • Blue: When illuminated, this blue LED (on the front of the drive carrier) indicates drive activity. A connection to the backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed. • Red: The red LED indicates a drive failure. If one of the drives fail, you should be notified by your system management software.
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Chapter 4: System Safety Chapter 4 System Safety 4-1 Electrical Safety Precautions ! Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SuperServer 2016Ti-HTRF from damage: • Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can then quickly remove power from the system.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual • This product may be connected to an IT power system. In all cases, make sure that the unit is also reliably connected to Earth (ground). • Serverboard Battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 4-1). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer (CR2032).
Chapter 4: System Safety • Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are excellent metal conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present. • 4-3 After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up after ensuring that all connections have been made.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 4-4 Operating Precautions ! Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 2016TiHTRF is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Please handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X8SiT-HF motherboard into the chassis, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All motherboard jumpers and connections are also described. A layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter for your reference. Remember to completely close the chassis when you have finished working with the motherboard to better cool and protect the system.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 5-2 Motherboard Installation This section explains the first step of physically mounting the X8SiT-HF into the SC217HQ-R920B chassis. Following the steps in the order given will eliminate the most common problems encountered in such an installation. To remove the motherboard, follow the procedure in reverse order. Installing to the Chassis 1. Access the inside of the system by removing the screws from the top cover of the chassis, then lift the cover off. 2.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-3 Connecting Cables Now that the motherboard is installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the board. These include the data cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed to prevent them from blocking the flow of cooling air that moves through the system from front to back.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Figure 5-1. Control Panel Header Pins 2 1 Power Button Ground Reset Button Ground LED_Anode+ PWR Fail OH/Fan Fail UID LED LED_Anode+ NIC2 LED LED_Anode+ NIC1 LED LED_Anode+ HDD LED LED_Anode+ Power LED 15 5-4 16 Rear I/O Ports The rear I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification. See Figure 5-2 below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Figure 5-2. Rear I/O Ports 2 1 3 4 5 Rear I/O Ports 1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-5 Processor and Heatsink Installation When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on ! the label area of the fan. Notes: • Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 2. Gently lift the load lever to open the load plate. Remove the plate cap. 3. Use your thumb and your index finger to hold the CPU at the top center edge and the bottom center edge of the CPU. 4. Align the CPU key that is the semi-circle cutouts against the socket keys. Once aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down to the socket. (Do not drop the CPU on the socket. Do not move the CPU horizontally or vertically.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5. Use your thumb to gently push the load lever down to the lever lock. Save the plastic PnP cap. The motherboard must be shipped with the PnP cap properly installed to protect the CPU socket pins. Shipment without the PnP cap properly installed will cause damage to the socket pins. CPU properly installed Load lever locked into place. ! Warning: The CPU will only seat inside the socket in one direction.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Figure 5-3. Installing the Heatsink Removing the Heatsink ! Warning: We do not recommend removing the CPU or the heatsink. However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to prevent damage to the CPU or other components. 1. Unscrew the heatsink screws from the motherboard in the sequence as shown in the illustration below. 2. Gently wriggle the heatsink to loosen it from the CPU.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-4. Removing the Heatsink Screw #4 Loosen screws in the sequence shown Screw #1 Screw #2 Motherboard Screw #3 5-6 Installing Memory Note: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules. CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. DIMM Installation 1.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Memory Support The X8SiT-HF supports up to 16GB of DDR3 ECC UDIMM or up to 32GB of ECC DDR3 RDIMM (1333/1066/800 MHz in 6 DIMM slots.) Populating the slots with a pair of memory modules of the same type and size will result in interleaved memory, which will improve memory performance.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Slot 1, Channel B (Blue) Slot 2, Channel A Slot 1, Channel A (Blue) T-SGPIO2 Slot 2, Channel B Slot 3, Channel A T-SGPIO1 Slot 3, Channel B DIMM1B DIMM1C DIMM1A DIMM2C DIMM2B DIMM2A DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM5 DIMM6 DIMM1 DIMM4 DDR3 1066/1333 UDIMM/RDIMM requires Figure A (rotated 90 degrees) Memory Population Guidelines Please follow the tables below when populating the X8SiT-HF.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Figure 5-3. DIMM Installation Position the DIMM module's bottom key so it aligns with the receptive point on the slot. Notches Push the Lock/Release tabs to their Release positions. Make sure that the DIMM module's side notches align with the slot's Lock/Release tabs as it is pressed in. Release Release Lock/Release Tabs Insert the DIMM module vertically and press down until the module snaps into place.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Note: Due to memory allocation to system devices, the amount of memory that remains available for operational use will be reduced when 4 GB of RAM is used. The reduction in memory availability is disproportional. For Microsoft Windows users: Microsoft implemented a design change in Windows XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2) and Windows Vista. This change is specific to the Physical Address Extension (PAE) mode behavior which improves driver compatibility.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 5-7 Adding PCI Expansion Cards The 2016Ti-HTRF includes four preinstalled riser cards designed specifically for use in the SC827 rackmount chassis. These riser cards support low-profile PCI Express x16 cards to fit inside the chassis. Installing an Expansion Card 1. After powering down the system, remove the PCI slot shield. 2. Fully seat the card into the slot, pushing down with your thumbs evenly on both sides of the card. 3.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-4.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Connectors/Headers Number Connector Description 1 SW1 Unit ID Switch 3 J5 SMB Header for IPMI 2.0 4 Slot 1 PCI-E x16 2.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-9 Connector Definitions 20-pin Main Power Connector Pin Definitions 20-pin Proprietary Power Connectors Pin# Definition Pin# Definition 11 PS On 1 Ground There are two 20-pin main power sup- 12 5VSB 2 Ground ply connectors (JWR3, JWR4) and a 13 Ground 3 Ground 4-pin auxiliary power connector (JP3) 14 Ground 4 Ground on the motherboard.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Reset Button Reset Button Pin Definitions (JF1) The reset button (from the computer chassis) connects to pins 3 and 4 of JF1. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Power Fail LED Pin# Definition 3 Reset 4 Ground PWR Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Re- Pin# Definition 5 Vcc definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Power LED The Power LED connector is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. This con- Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) nection is used to provide LED indication of power being supplied to the system. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin# Definition 15 5V 16 Ground Fan Headers The X8SiT-HF has four fan headers. Fan1 is the CPU fan and Fan2 is for the system cooling fan.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Unit ID Switch There are three Unit Identifi cation (UID) devices on the motherboard. A rear UID switch and a rear UID LED indicator. The front panel UID UID Switch LED is connected to a pin in the control panel (pin 7 of JF1). When Pin# Definition 1 Ground the user pushes the rear UID switch, 2 Ground the control panel UID LED and the 3 Button In 4 Ground back panel UID LED (LE5) will turn on. Push the rear UID switch again to turn off both indicators.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Power Supply I2C Connector PWR Supply I2C Pin Definitions 2 The power supply (I C) connector is located at JPI2C on the motherboard. Pin# Definition This connector can be used to monitor 1 Clock the status of the power supply, fan and system temperature. See the table on 2 Data 3 PWR Fail the right for pin definitions.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Trusted Platform Module Header Pin Definitions Trusted Platform Module Header Pin # Definition Pin # Definition This header is used to connect a Trusted Platform Module (TPM), 1 LCLK 2 GND 3 LFRAME 4 No Pin available separately from a third-party 5 LRESET 6 VCC5 vendor.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-10 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers 3 2 1 3 2 1 Connector Pins create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder Jumper pad on the printed circuit board. See the motherboard layout pages for jumper locations.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual SMB Bus to PCI Slots Use jumpers JI2C1 and JI2C2 to en- I2C to PCI-Slots Jumper Settings able PCI Slot SMB (System Management Bus) support to improve system management for the PCI slots. See Jumper Definition Closed Enabled the table on the right for jumper set- Open Disabled tings. The default setting is disabled. USB Wake-Up Use the JPUSB1 jumper to enable the "System Waking-Up via USB devices" function.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup VGA Enable VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Settings JPG1 allows you to enable or disable the onboard VGA connector. The Both Jumpers Definition default position is on pins 1 and 2 Pins 1-2 Enabled (Default) to enable VGA. See the table on the Pins 2-3 Disabled right for jumper settings. Hot Swap Enable/Disable When two X8SiT-HF motherboards are installed in a chassis, it is possible to power down one motherboard for servicing while the other continues operating.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 5-11 Onboard Indicators LAN1/2 LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA port) have two LEDs. On each port, the yellow LED indicates activity while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection. See the table on the LAN1/2 LED (Connection Speed Indicator) LED Color Definition Off No Connection or 10 Mb/s Green 100 Mb/s Amber 1 Gb/s right for the indication associated with the connection speed LED.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Rear UID LED The rear UID LED is located at LE5 on the backplane. This LED is used in conjunction with the front UID LED and the rear UID switch to provide easy identification of a system that might be in need of service. IPMI Heartbeat LED An IPMI Heartbeat LED is located at LE7. When LE7 blinks the IPMI is functioning properly. Refer to the table on the right for details.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 5-13 Installing Software After the hardware has been installed, you should first install the operating system and then the drivers. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro CDs that came packaged with your motherboard. Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on paper to view the readme files for each item.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Supero Doctor III The Supero Doctor III program is a web-based management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CD-ROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloaded from our Web Site at: ftp://ftp. supermicro.com/utility/Supero_Doctor_III/. You can also download the SDIII User's Guide at: . For Linux, we will recommend using Supero Doctor II.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the SC217HQ-R920B chassis. For component installation, follow the steps in the order given to eliminate the most common problems encountered. If some steps are unnecessary, skip ahead to the step that follows. The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Philips screwdriver.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis Front View Node B Control Panel Node D Control Panel SATA Drives Node A Control Panel Node C Control Panel Figure 6-2.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Fan Configuration In the 2U Twin, each node (serverboard) controls the two fans that reside on its side of the chassis. This means that two nodes will share control for two fans. If the fan speed settings in BIOS are different for these two nodes, the BIOS setting with the higher fan speed will apply. In the event that one of the serverboard drawers is removed, then the remaining node/serverboard will operate both fans.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 6-4 Hard Drive Installation/Removal Overview The hard drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airflow for the system. For this reason, even empty carriers without drives installed must remain in the chassis. Because of their hot-swap capability, you do not need to access the inside of the chassis or power down the system to install or replace hard drives.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-3. Mounting a Hard Drive in a Carrier Installing/Removing Hot-swap Drives 1. To remove a carrier, push the release button located beside the drive LEDs. 2. Swing the handle fully out and use it to pull the unit straight out (see Figure 6-4). ! Be aware that powering down a node will power down all the hard drives that are logically associated with it (as shown in Figure 6-6).
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Figure 6-4. Removing a Hard Drive Figure 6-5. Drives and Nodes: Logical Configuration No No de de A B No de No D de C 1A 1B 1C 1D Note: see Figure 6-1 for the locations of the control panels that are associated with each node.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-5 Node Installation/Removal As with any server system, power must be removed from the serverboard when upgrading or installing memory or processors. In the 2U Twin server, the serverboards (nodes) are capable of being hot-swapped from the chassis, allowing one to be powered down for servicing while the other continues operating. Important! Removing a node from the server affects the airflow through- ! out the system.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Figure 6-7. Removing a System Node 13 12 13 12 Note: numbers correspond to the procedural steps as described on the previous page.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-6 Installing the Air Shrouds Air Shrouds Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The SC217 chassis air shroud does not require screws to set up. Four identical air shrouds are required, one in each serverboard drawer. Installing an Air Shroud 1. Confirm that all four fans are in place and working properly 2.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Figure 6-8.
Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X8SiT-HF. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility setup screens. Note: For instructions on BIOS recovery, please refer to the instruction guide posted at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual How to Start the Setup Utility Normally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup screens. An AMI BIOS identification string is displayed at the left bottom corner of the screen, below the copyright message.
Chapter 7: BIOS System Overview: The following BIOS information will be displayed: System Time/System Date Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date using the arrow keys. Enter new values through the keyboard. Press the key or the arrow keys to move between fields. The date must be entered in Day MM/DD/YY format. The time is entered in HH:MM:SS format. (Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 7-3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit to access the submenu items: XBOOT Feature Quick Boot If Enabled, this option will skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time needed for system boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Quiet Boot This option allows the bootup screen options to be modified between POST messages or the OEM logo. Select Disabled to display the POST messages.
Chapter 7: BIOS Hit 'Del' Message Display This feature displays "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Watch Dog Function If enabled, the Watch Dog Timer will allow the system to reboot when it is inactive for more than 5 minutes. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Power Button Mode This setting allows you to decide if the power button will turn off the system instantly or wait for 4 seconds when it is pressed. The options are Instant Off and 4 Seconds Override.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual XProcessor & Clock Options Warning: Take Caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high DRAM frequency or incorrect DRAM timing may cause system to become unstable. When this occurs, revert to the default setting. CPU Ratio This feature allows the user to use the CPU clock multiplier to multiply CPU speed in order to enhance performance. Select Manual to Manually set the multiplier setting.
Chapter 7: BIOS Execute-Disable Bit Capability (Available when supported by the OS and the CPU) Set to Enabled to enable the Execute Disable Bit which will allow the processor to designate areas in the system memory where an application code can execute and where it cannot, thus preventing a worm or a virus from flooding illegal codes to overwhelm the processor or damage the system during an attack. The default is Enabled. (Refer to Intel and Microsoft Web Sites for more information.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual C3 Auto Demotion When enabled, the CPU will conditionally demote C6 or C7 requests to C3 based on un-core auto-demote information. The options are Disabled and Enabled. XAdvanced Chipset Control The items included in the Advanced Settings submenu are listed below. Memory Remap Feature This feature, when enabled, allows the remapping of everlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory. The settings are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Configure SATA as This feature allows the user to select the drive type for SATA#1. The options are IDE, RAID and AHCI. PCH RAID CodeBase (Available if RAID is selected above) Select Intel to enable the Intel SATA Host RAID Utility. Select Adaptec to use the Adaptec Host RAID Utility. The options are Intel and Adaptec. SATA#2 Configuration (Available when IDE is enabled under "Configure SATA#1 as" above) Selecting Enhanced will set SATA#2 to native SATA mode.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual PIO Mode The IDE PIO (Programmable I/O) Mode programs timing cycles between the IDE drive and the programmable IDE controller. As the PIO mode increases, the cycle time decreases. The options are Auto, 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Select Auto to allow the AMI BIOS to automatically detect the PIO mode. Use this value if the IDE disk drive support cannot be determined. Select 0 to allow the AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 3.3 MBs.
Chapter 7: BIOS Select UDMA2 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 33.3 MBs. Select UDMA3 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 3. It has a data transfer rate of 66.6 MBs. Select UDMA4 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 4 . It has a data transfer rate of 100 MBs. The options are Auto, SWDMAn, MWDMAn, and UDMAn. S.M.A.R.T. Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) can help predict impending drive failures.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual PCIE I/O Performace This feature selects the setting for the processor's PCIE maximum payload size. The options are 128B and 256B. ROM Scan Ordering This item determines what kind of option ROM activates over another. The options are Onboard First and Add-on First. PCI Slot 1 OPROM Use this feature to enable or disable PCI slot Option ROMs. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Serial Port Number This feature allows the user to decide which serial port to be used for Console Redirection. The options are COM 1 and COM 3. Note: Serial Over LAN (SOL) will be enabled when either COM 1 or COM 3 is selected. Serial Port Mode This feature allows the user to set the serial port mode for Console Redirection. The options are 115200 8, n 1; 57600 8, n, 1; 38400 8, n, 1; 19200 8, n, 1; and 9600 8, n, 1.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Warning: Any temperature that exceeds the CPU threshold temperature predefined by the CPU manufacturer may result in CPU overheat or system instability. When the CPU temperature reaches this predefined threshold, the CPU and system cooling fans will run at full speed.
Chapter 7: BIOS even with the CPU fan running at full speed, the system buzzer will activate and the Overheat LED will turn on. The Early Alarm – the Overheat LED and system buzzer will be activated exactly when the High level is reached. The CPU fan will run at full speed to bring the CPU temperature down. Note: In both the alarms above, please take immediate action as shown below. See CPU Overheat Alarm to modify the above alarm settings.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual better system cooling. The Performance setting is recommended for high-powerconsuming and high-density systems. Select Balanced for the onboard fans to run at 50% of the Initial PWM Cycle in order to balance the needs between system cooling and power saving. The Balanced setting is recommended for regular systems with normal hardware configurations.
Chapter 7: BIOS ACPI Version Features The options are ACPI v1.0, ACPI v2.0 and ACPI v3.0. Please refer to ACPI's website for further explanation: http://www.acpi.info/ XIPMI Configuration Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) is a set of common interfaces that IT administrators can use to monitor system health and to manage the system as a whole. For more information on the IPMI specifications, please visit Intel's website at www.intel.com.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual Address must be manually entered below. If DHCP is selected, the next three items will be configured automatically and will be grayed out. The options are Static and DHCP. IP Address - Enter the IP address for this machine. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.253). The value of each three-digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255. Subnet Mask - Subnet masks tell the network which subnet the machine belongs to.
Chapter 7: BIOS PCIE Error Log Use this option to enable logging of errors encountered in the system's PCIe bus. The options are Yes and No.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 7-4 Security Settings The AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both passwords, the Supervisor password must be set first. Supervisor Password This item indicates if a supervisor password has been entered for the system. Clear means such a password has not been used and Set means a supervisor password has been entered for the system. User Password: This item indicates if a user password has been entered for the system.
Chapter 7: BIOS Clear User Password (Available only if User Password has been set) Password Check Available options are Setup and Always. Boot Sector Virus Protection When Enabled, the AMI BOIS displays a warning when any program (or virus) issues a Disk Format command or attempts to write to the boot sector of the hard disk drive. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual XHard Disk Drives This feature allows the user to specify the sequence of priority from the available Hard Drives. • 1st Drive [SATA: XXXXXXXXXX] • 2nd Drive [SATA: XXXXXXXXXX] XRemovable Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available Removable Drives. The settings are 1st boot device, 2nd boot device, and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Save Changes and Exit When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave the BIOS Setup Utility and reboot the computer, so the new system configuration parameters can take effect. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press . Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer.
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Appendix A: POST Error Beep Codes Appendix A POST Error Beep Codes This section lists POST (Power On Self Test) error beep codes for the AMI BIOS. POST error beep codes are divided into two categories: recoverable and terminal. This section lists Beep Codes for recoverable POST errors. Recoverable POST Error Beep Codes When a recoverable type of error occurs during POST, BIOS will display a POST code that describes the problem.
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Appendix B: BIOS Recovery Appendix B BIOS Recovery The recovery procedure described in this section is to be used only when you are advised by your Supermicro Technical Support representative or in cases of emergencies where the system can no longer boot due to a corrupted BIOS. DO NOT reprogram (re-flash) the BIOS if your system is running properly.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual 5. When the Boot Sector Recovery Process is complete, the system will reboot automatically and you will see a checksum error on your screen. Part 2: BIOS Reprogramming (Re-Flashing) After completing the Boot Sector Recovery Process, you will need to reprogram (“re-flash”) the proper BIOS binary file again into the BIOS ROM in order to have the correct BIOS file loaded by the system.
Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Note: unless noted specs apply to a complete system (both serverboards). Processors TM Two Intel® Xeon® 3400 and L3400 Series, Core i3 and Pentium® G6950 processors (LGA1156 socket) Note: please refer to our website for details on supported processors.
SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual System Cooling Four 8-cm PWM (Pulse Width Modulated) fans System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100 - 240V AC auto-range Rated Input Current: 13 - 4A max Rated Input Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz Power Supply Rated Output Power: 920W (Part# PWS-920P-1R) Rated Output Voltages: +12V (75A), +5Vsb (4A) Operating Environment Operating Temperature: 10º to 35º C (50º to 95º F) Non-operating Temperature: -40º to 70º C (-40º to 158º F) Operating Relative Humidity: 20% to 95%
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SUPERSERVER 2016Ti-HTRF User's Manual (continued from front) 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.
