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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 7046T-3R. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 7046T-3R is a high-end server based on the SC745TQ-R800B chassis and the X8DT3 dual processor serverboard.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X8DT3 serverboard, including the locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter 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 SC745TQ-R800B server chassis.
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SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Serverboard Features ..................................................................................... 1-2 Processors ...................................................................................................... 1-2 Memory .....................................................................
Table of Contents 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup .................................................................... 2-8 2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup ........................................................................ 2-8 Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 3-1 3-2 Control Panel Buttons .....................................................................................
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 5-8 Serverboard Details ...................................................................................... 5-12 X8DT3 Quick Reference ............................................................................... 5-13 5-9 Connector Definitions ................................................................................... 5-14 5-10 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview The SuperServer 7046T-3R is a high-end server comprised of two main subsystems: the SC745TQ-R800B 4U server chassis and the X8DT3 dual processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the system (www.supermicro.com).
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 1-2 Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 7046T-3R lies the X8DT3, a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel IOH-36D + ICH10R chipset and designed to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X8DT3. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset). Processors The X8DT3 supports single or dual Intel® Xeon 5500 Series processors and future Intel Nehalem processor families (next generation Intel Xeon® processor).
Chapter 1: Introduction PCI Expansion Slots The X8DT3 has three PCI Express 2.0 x8 slots, one PCI Express x4 slot and two 32-bit PCI slots. Onboard Controllers/Ports The color-coded I/O ports include one COM port (an additional COM header is located on the serverboard), a VGA (monitor) port, two USB 2.0 ports (additional USB headers are included on the serverboard), PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two gigabit Ethernet ports.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Front Control Panel The control panel on the SC745 provides you with system monitoring and control. LEDs indicate system power, HDD activity, network activity, system overheat and power supply failure. A main power button and a system reset button are also included. In addition, two USB ports have been incorporated into the control panel to provide front side USB access.
Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. Intel IOH-36D/ICH10R Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details. DDR3 800/1066/1333 PCI-E x4 Ports #7-10 Ports #1-2 Port #8 QPI Intel IOH-36D Ports #3-4 PCIE x4 PCI-E x8 Port #0 ESI DMI #5 PCI-E x4 Intel ICH10R LANE 1/2/3/4 3.0 Gb/S SATA #2 USB 2.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 1-4 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 your SuperServer 7046T-3R 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 7046T-3R 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) and 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 SAS/SATA 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. Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 2-4 Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the system into a rack unit. Rack installation requires the use of the optional rackmount kit. If the system has already been mounted into a rack or if you are using it as a tower, you can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Chassis Rails You will need to remove the top cover and the feet to add rack rails to the chassis. First, remove the top and right covers (top and left covers when standing as a tower chassis) by first removing the screws that secure them to the chassis. Depress the button on the top (side if tower) of the chassis to release the cover and then pull the cover off. Then unscrew the four feet and remove them from the chassis (see Figure 2-2).
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Figure 2-3. Installing the Rails to the Chassis Installing the Rack Rails Determine where you want to place the SuperServer 7046T-3R in the rack. (See Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3.) Position the fixed rack rail/sliding rail guide assemblies at the desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing the inside of the rack. Screw the assembly securely to the rack using the brackets provided.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Server into the Rack You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack unit. The next step is to install the server into the rack. You should have two brackets in the rack mount kit. Install these first keeping in mind that they are left/right specific (marked with "L" and "R"). Then, line up the rear of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup After setting up the the system, you will need to open the unit to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made. Accessing the Inside of the System 1. If rack mounted, first release the retention screws that secure the unit to the rack. 2. Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it locks (you will hear a "click"). 3.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Checking the Drives 1. All drives can be accessed from the front of the server. For servicing any DVD-ROM or floppy drive, you will need to remove the top/left chassis cover. The SAS/SATA disk drives can be installed and removed from the front of the chassis without removing any chassis covers. 2. To install components into the 5.25" drive bays, you must first remove the top/left chassis cover as described in the previous section. Refer to Chapter 6 for details. 3.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Figure 2-5.
Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview The control panel on the 7046T-3R has several LEDs and two buttons. There are also two LEDs on each SAS/SATA drive carrier. These LEDs keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system and the activity and health of specific components. 3-2 Control Panel Buttons There are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis. These are (in order from left to right) a power on/off button and a reset button.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 3-3 Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC745TQ-R800B chassis has six LEDs that provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take. Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply. This LED should normally be on when the system is operating.
Chapter 3: System Interface Overheat/Fan Fail When this LED flashes, it indicates a fan failure. When on continuously it indicates an overheat condition, which may be caused by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room temperature being too warm. Check the routing of the cables and make sure all fans are present and operating normally. You should also check to make sure that the chassis covers are installed. Finally, verify that the heatsinks are installed properly (see Chapter 5).
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual SATA Drives • Green: When illuminated, the green LED on 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 to indicate a drive failure. If one of the drives fails, you should be notified by your system management software. Please refer to Chapter 6 for instructions on replacing failed drives.
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 7046T-3R 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 7046T-3R 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.
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. • After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure it to the rack unit with the retention screws after ensuring that all connections have been made.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 4-4 Operating Precautions ! Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 7046T-3R is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Figure 4-1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X8DT3 serverboard into the chassis, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard 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 serverboard to better cool and protect the system.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Unpacking The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid electrical static discharge. When unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected. 5-2 Serverboard Installation This section explains the first step of physically mounting the X8DT3 into the SC745TQ-R800B chassis. Following the steps in the order given will eliminate the most common problems encountered in such an installation.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-3 Connecting Cables Now that the serverboard 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 7046T-3R User's Manual Figure 5-1. Control Panel Header Pins 20 19 Ground NMI x (Key) x (Key) Power On LED Vcc HDD LED Vcc NIC1 LED Vcc NIC2 LED Vcc OH/Fan Fail LED Vcc Power Fail LED Vcc Ground Reset (Button) Ground Power (Button) 2 5-4 1 I/O Ports The 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.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-5 Installing the Processor and Heatsink 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 7046T-3R User's Manual CPU 1. After removing the plastic cap, use your thumb and the index finger to hold the CPU at the north and south center edges. 2. Align the CPU key (the semi-circle cutout) with the socket key (the notch below the gold color dot on the side of the socket). CPU Socket 3. Once the CPU and the socket are aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down into the socket. Do not rub the CPU against the surface of the socket or its pins to avoid damaging the CPU or the socket.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing the Heatsink 1. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the retention mechanism. Thermal Grease 2. Remove the thin layer of protective film from the copper core of the heatsink. Warning: The CPU may over- ! heat if the protective film is not removed from the heatsink. 3. Apply the proper amount of thermal grease on the CPU. If your heatsink came with a thermal pad, please ignore this step. 4.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Removing the Heatsink Warning: We do not recommend removing the CPU or the heatsink. If ! you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to prevent damage to the CPU or other components. 1. Unplug the power cord from the power supply. 1. Unscrew and remove the heatsink screws in the sequence shown in the picture below. 2. Hold the heatsink and gently wiggle it to loosen it from the CPU. (Do not use excessive force when doing this!) 3.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-6 Installing Memory CAUTION! Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM ! modules to prevent any possible damage. Memory Support The X8DT3 supports up to 96 GB of DDR3 1333/1066/800 registered ECC SDRAM. Three-way interleaved memory is supported. For optimal memory performance, install DIMMs three at a time. Use memory modules of the same type and speed. See the following table for memory installation. DIMM Installation Installing Memory Modules 1.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Memory Support The X8DT3 supports up to 96 GB of Registered ECC DDR3-1333/1066/800 MHz registered ECC SDRAM in 12 DIMM slots. DIMM sizes of 8 GB, 4 GB, 2 GB and 1 GB are supported. DIMM Module Population Configuration Follow the table below when installing memory. Notes: Due to OS limitations, some operating systems may not show more than 4 GB of memory.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Possible System Memory Allocation & Availability System Device Size Physical Memory Remaining (-Available) (4 GB Total System Memory) Firmware Hub flash memory (System BIOS) 1 MB 3.99 GB Local APIC 4 KB 3.99 GB Area Reserved for the chipset 2 MB 3.99 GB I/O APIC (4 Kbytes) 4 KB 3.99 GB PCI Enumeration Area 1 256 MB 3.76 GB PCI Express (256 MB) 256 MB 3.51 GB PCI Enumeration Area 2 (if needed) -Aligned on 256-MB boundary- 512 MB 3.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 5-8 Serverboard Details Figure 5-4. X8DT3 Layout (not drawn to scale) X8DT3 VGA COM2 Battery LAN LAN Controller Controller LAN1 LAN4 LAN3 COM1 KB/ USB 0/1 MOUSE Fan8/ CPU2 FAN Fan5 Fan6 Slot 6: PCI Express 2.0 x8 JPW2 CPU2-DIMM3A CPU2-DIMM3B CPU2-DIMM2B CPU2-DIMM2A Controller CPU2-DIMM1A CPU2-DIMM1B CPU2 SPEC Slot 4: PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot 3: PCI 33 MHz JPB Slot 2: PCI Express x4 Slot 1: PCI 33 MHz Slot 5: PCI Express 2.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X8DT3 Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear See Section 5-10 JI2C1/JI2C2 SMB to PCI Slots Pins 2-3 (Disabled) JPB BMC Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Disabled) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Reset) JPL1/JPL2 JLAN1/2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPT1 TPM Support Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enable) JPS1 SAS RAID Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPS2 SAS RAID Select Closed (SR RAID) JWD Watch Dog Pins 1-2 (Reset) C
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 5-9 Connector Definitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definition Pin# Definition Main ATX Power Supply Connector 13 +3.3V 1 +3.3V 14 -12V 2 +3.3V The primary power supply connec- 15 COM 3 COM tor (JPW3) meets the SSI EPS 12V 16 PS_ON 4 +5V specification. Refer to the table on the right for the pin definitions of the ATX 17 COM 5 COM 18 COM 6 +5V 24-pin power connector.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Power Fail LED PWR Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. Overheat/Fan Fail LED (OH) Connect an LED to the OH connection on pins 7 and 8 of JF1 to provide advanced warning of chassis overheating. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Power On LED The Power On LED connector is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1 (use Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition JLED for a 3-pin connector). This 15 5V Stby connection is used to provide LED 16 Control indication of power being supplied to the system. See the table on the right for pin definitions. NMI Button The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chassis Intrusion Chassis Intrusion Pin Definitions The Chassis Intrusion header is designated JL1. Attach an appropriate Pin# Definition cable from the chassis to inform you 1 Intrusion Input of a chassis intrusion when the chas- 2 Ground sis is opened Wake-On-LAN The Wake-On-LAN header is designated JWOL on the serverboard. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Serial Ports Serial Port Pin Definitions Two serial ports are included on the serverboard. COM1 is a backpanel Pin # Definition Pin # Definition port and COM2 is a header located 1 DCD 6 DSR near the JWOL header. See the table 2 RXD 7 RTS on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Power Supply SMBus I2C Header Pin Definitions Power Supply SMBus I2C Header The power System Management Bus (I2C) header is used to monitor the Pin# Definition 1 Clock status of the power supply, fan and 2 Data system temperature. See the table on the right for pin definitions. 3 PWR Fail (Input from PS to MB) 4 Ground 5 +3.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 5-10 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. 3 2 1 3 2 1 Connector Pins Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square Jumper solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the serverboard layout pages for jumper locations.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup VGA Enable/Disable JPG1 allows you to enable or disable the VGA port. The default position is on VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition pins 1 and 2 to enable VGA. See the Pins 1-2 Enabled table on the right for jumper settings. Pins 2-3 Disabled LAN1/2 Enable/Disable Change the setting of jumper JPL1 to enable or disable the JLAN1 (LAN1 and LAN3) and JLAN2 (LAN2 and LAN4) sets of Ethernet ports on the serverboard.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Watch Dog Enable/Disable Watch Dog Jumper Settings Jumper J21 controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a system moni- Jumper Setting tor that can reboot the system when a Pins 1-2 Reset software application hangs. Jumping Pins 2-3 NMI pins 1-2 will cause WD to reset the system if an application hangs. Jumping Open Disabled Definition pins 2-3 will generate a non-maskable interrupt signal for the application that hangs.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-11 Onboard Indicators LAN LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA port) have two LEDs. On each JLAN1/2 LED (Connection Speed Indicator) port, the yellow LED flashes to indicate activity while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection. See the table on the right for the functions associated with the connection speed LED.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual SAS Heartbeat/Activity LED Indicators Two SAS LEDs are located near the LSI 1068E controller chip. LES1 is a SAS Onboard SAS LEDs (LES1/LES2) Heartbeat LED and LES2 is a SAS Ac- LED Definition tivity LED. When LES1 is blinking, SAS LES1 Blinking: SAS: Normal the connections are functioning normally. When LES2 is blinking, the SAS connec- LES2 Blinking: SAS: Active tions are active. See the table at right for more information.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup SATA Port Pin Definitions SATA Ports There are no jumpers to configure the onboard SATA ports. See the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin # Definition 1 Ground 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 Ground 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 Ground Floppy Drive Connector Pin Definitions Floppy Drive Connector The floppy connector is located beside the Fan3 header. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R 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 Serverboard 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 7046T-3R 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 simple maintenance on the SC745TQ-R800B chassis. Following the component installation steps in the order given will eliminate most common problems. If some steps are unnecessary, skip ahead to the step that follows. Refer to Chapter 2 for instructions on installing the system as a 4U rackmount. Tools Required: The only tool you will need is a Philips screwdriver.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis Front View Main Power System Reset USB Ports 5.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-2 Front Control Panel The front control panel must be connected to the JF1 connector on the serverboard to provide you with system status and alarm indications. A ribbon cable has bundled these wires together to simplify this connection. Connect the cable from JF1 on the serverboard (making sure the red wire plugs into pin 1) to the appropriate comnnector on the front control panel PCB (printed circuit board).
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 6-3 System Fans Three 8-cm chassis cooling fans (located in the center of the chassis) provide cooling airflow while two 8-cm exhaust fans expel hot air from the chassis. The chassis is also fitted with an air shroud to concentrate the flow of cooling air over the areas of highest generated heat. The fans should all be connected to headers on the serverboard (see Chapter 5). Each power supply module also has a cooling fan.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-3. Removing a Chassis Fan Figure 6-4.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 6-4 Drive Bay Installation SAS/SATA Drives A total of eight SAS or SATA drives may be housed in the SC745TQ-R800B chassis. The drive IDs are preconfigured as 0 through 5 in order from bottom to top (or from left to right if rackmounted). A bezel covers the drive area but does not need to be removed to access the drives; simply swing open the bezel. If you wish to remove the bezel piece, push on the three tabs on the inside of the left lip of the front chassis cover.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-5. Removing a Drive Carrier Figure 6-6. Mounting a Drive in a Carrier Important! Use extreme caution when working around the back- ! plane. Do not touch the backplane with any metal objects and make sure no cables touch the backplane or obstruct the airflow holes. SAS/SATA Backplane The drives plug into a SAS/SATA backplane that provides them with power and logic functions. You cannot cascade the backplane.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Installing Components in the 5.25" Drive Bays The 7046T-3R has two 5.25" drive bays. Components such as an extra floppy drive or CD-ROM drive can be installed into these 5.25" drive bays. 1. First power down the system and then remove the top/left chassis cover to access the drive components. 2. With the cover off, remove the two or four screws that secure the drive carrier to the chassis (one side only) then push the entire empty drive carrier out from the back.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Storage Module If the 7046T-3R is to be used in a rack configuration, you must turn the storage module 90 degrees. This can be done before, during, or after setup. Rotating the Storage Module 1. Open the chassis cover. 2. Disconnect any cables from the storage module to any components in the chassis. 3. Push the storage module release lever to unlock the storage module. 4. Grasp the external edges of the storage module and pull it from the chassis. 5.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Adding Drives to the Storage Module The storage module includes three full sized drive bays and the front LED panel. The storage module can be set up one of three ways: • Add up to three extra hard drives to the drive trays (see page 6-8). • Add up to three peripheral drives (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, etc.) to the drive trays (see page 6-8). • Add five hot swappable hard drives to the storage module. This configuration requires a mobile rack. See procedure below.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-8. Adding Drives to the Mobile Rack 6-5 Power Supply The SuperServer 7046T-3R has a redundant 800 watt power supply consisting of two power modules. Each power supply module has an auto-switching capability, which enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100V - 240V input voltage.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Installing a New Power Supply 1. Replace the failed module with another power supply module (must be the exact same model). 2. Push the new power supply unit into the power bay until you hear a click. 3. Finish by plugging the AC power cord back into the unit.
Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X8DT3. 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. Starting BIOS Setup Utility To enter the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screens, press the key while the system is booting up. Note: In most cases, the key is used to invoke the AMI BIOS setup screen.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Starting 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. Warning! Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue.
Chapter 7: BIOS Supermicro X8DT3 BIOS Build Version: This item displays the BIOS revision used in your system. BIOS Build Date: This item displays the date when this BIOS was completed. AMI BIOS Core Version: This item displays the revision number of the AMI BIOS Core upon which your BIOS was built. Processor The AMI BIOS will automatically display the status of the processor used in your system: • CPU Type: This item displays the type of CPU used in the motherboard.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 7-3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit to access the submenu items: XBOOT Features 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. Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Enabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture" Interrupt 19 at boot and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Hardware Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU) If set to Enabled, the hardware pre fetcher will pre fetch streams of data and instructions from the main memory to the L2 cache in the forward or backward manner to improve CPU performance. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU) The CPU fetches the cache line for 64 bytes if this option is set to Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Clock Spread Spectrum Select Enable to use the feature of Clock Spectrum, which will allow the BIOS to monitor and attempt to reduce the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components whenever needed. The options are Disabled and Enabled. XAdvanced Chipset Control The items included in the Advanced Settings submenu are listed below: XCPU Bridge Configuration QPI Links Speed This feature selects QPI's data transfer speed. The options are Slow-mode, and Full Speed.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Demand Scrubbing A memory error-correction scheme where the Processor writes corrected data back into the memory block from where it was read by the Processor. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Patrol Scrubbing A memory error-correction scheme that works in the background looking for and correcting resident errors. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS DIMM Pitch This is the physical space between each DIMM module. Each step is in 1/1000 of an inch. The default is [400]. Press "+" or "-" on your keyboard to change this value. XNorth Bridge Configuration This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel North Bridge chip. Crystal Beach/DMA (Direct Memory Access) This feature works in conjunction with the Intel I/O AT (Acceleration Technology) to accelerate the performance of TOE devices.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Legacy USB Support Select Enabled to use Legacy USB devices. If this item is set to Auto, Legacy USB support will be automatically enabled if a legacy USB device is installed on the motherboard, and vise versa. The settings are Disabled, and Enabled. USB 2.0 Controller Select Enabled to activate the onboard USB 2.0 controller. The options are Enabled and Disabled. (The manufacturer's default setting is Enabled. This setting cannot be changed by the user.) USB 2.
Chapter 7: BIOS Host Interface. (Take caution when using this function. This feature is for advanced programmers only.) The options are IDE, RAID (Intel), RAID (Adaptec) and AHCI. SATA#2 Configuration Selecting Enhanced will set SATA#2 to native SATA mode. The options are Disabled, and Enhanced. Selecting Enhanced will set SATA#2 to native SATA mode. The options are Disabled, and Enhanced.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Select 0 to allow the AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 3.3 MBs. Select 1 to allow the AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 1. It has a data transfer rate of 5.2 MBs. Select 2 to allow the AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 8.3 MBs. Select 3 to allow the AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 3. It has a data transfer rate of 11.1 MBs. Select 4 to allow the AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 4. It has a data transfer bandwidth of 32-Bits.
Chapter 7: BIOS Select UDMA5 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 5. It has a data transfer rate of 133 MBs. Select UDMA6 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 6. It has a data transfer rate of 133 MBs. The options are Auto, SWDMAn, MWDMAn, and UDMAn. S.M.A.R.T. For Hard disk drives Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) can help predict impending drive failures. Select Auto to allow the AMI BIOS to automatically detect hard disk drive support.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual PCI IDE Bus Master When enabled, the BIOS uses PCI bus mastering for reading/writing to IDE drives. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Slot 1 Option ROM~Slot 6 Option ROM Select Enabled to enable Slot 1 Option ROM~Slot 6 Option ROM, which will allow you to boot the computer from a PCI device installed on a PCI slot. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Watch Dog Timer 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. XRemote Access Configuration Remote Access This allows the user to enable the Remote Access feature. The options are Disabled and Enabled. If Remote Access is set to Enabled, the following items will display: Serial Port Number This feature allows the user decide which serial port to be used for Console Redirection.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Sredir Memory Display Delay This feature defines the length of time in seconds to display memory information. The options are No Delay, Delay 1 Sec, Delay 2 Sec, and Delay 4 Sec. XSystem Health Monitor This feature allows the user to monitor system health and review the status of each item as displayed.
Chapter 7: BIOS information that the motherboard can read. This ‘Temperature Threshold’ or ‘Temperature Tolerance’ has been assigned at the factory and is the baseline on which the motherboard takes action during different CPU temperature conditions (i.e., by increasing CPU Fan speed, triggering the Overheat Alarm, etc). Since CPUs can have different ‘Temperature Tolerances’, the installed CPU can now send information to the motherboard what its ‘Temperature Tolerance’ is, and not the other way around.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Voltage Monitoring CPU1 Vcore/CPU2 Vcore, CPU1 DIMM/CPU2 DIMM, 1.5V, 3.3Vcc (V), 3.3V SB (V), 12Vcc (V), 5Vin, and Battery Voltage. System Fan Monitor This feature allows the user to decide how the system controls the speeds of the onboard fans. The CPU temperature and the fan speed are correlative. When the CPU on-die temperature increases, the fan speed will also increase, and vice versa. Select Workstation if your system is used as a Workstation.
Chapter 7: BIOS pendency on other timestamp calculation devices, such as an x86 RDTSC Instruction embedded in the CPU. The High Performance Event Timer is used to replace the 8254 Programmable Interval Timer. The options are Enabled and Disabled. XTrusted Computing TCG/TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Support Select Yes on this item and enable the TPM jumper on the motherboard to enable TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2)/TPM support in order to improve data integrity and network security. The options are No and Yes.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual • • Timestamp Generator ID • Event Message Format User • Event Sensor Type • Event Sensor Number, • Event Dir Type • Event Data. Clear BMC System Event Log Clear BMC System Log Select OK and press the key to clear the BMC system log. Select Cancel to keep the BMC System log. The options are OK and Cancel. Caution: Any cleared information is unrecoverable.
Chapter 7: BIOS Allocation) to allow the host server to allocate an IP address based on a table containing MAC Address/IP Address pairs that are manually entered (probably by a network administrator). Only clients with a MAC address listed in the MAC/ IP Address Table will be assigned an IP address. The IP Address allocated to the client is on a longer term basis than that assigned by the DHCP mentioned in the other option. The options are DHCP and Static.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Subnet Mask This item displays the current subnet mask setting for your IPMI connection. VLAN Tagging Select Enabled to enable VLAN (Virtual LAN) Tagging support which allows multiple networks to transparently share the same physical network without leaking information between the bridged networks. VLAN Tagging complies with the IEEE 802.1Q Standards. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Event Message for PEF Action This enables of disables Event Messages for PEF action. Refer to Table 24.6 of the IPMI 1.5 Specification for more information at www.intel.com. The options are Disabled and Enabled. BMC Watch Dog Timer Action Allows the BMC to reset or power down the system if the operating system hangs or crashes. The options are Disabled, Reset System, Power Down, Power Cycle.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Supervisor Password This item indicates if a Supervisor password has been entered for the system. "Not Installed" means a Supervisor password has not been used. User Password This item indicates if a user password has been entered for the system. "Not Installed" means that a user password has not been used. Change Supervisor Password Select this feature and press to access the submenu, and then enter a new Supervisor Password.
Chapter 7: BIOS XBoot Device Priority This feature allows the user to specify the sequence of priority for the Boot Device. The settings are 1st boot device, 2nd boot device, 3rd boot device, 4th boot device, 5th boot device and Disabled. • 1st Boot Device - 1st Floppy Drive • 2nd Boot Device - [USB: XXXXXXXXX] XHard Disk Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from all available hard disk drives.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual 7-6 Exit Options Select the Exit tab from the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. 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 .
Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process. The error messages normally appear on the screen. Fatal errors are those which will not allow the system to continue the boot-up procedure.
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Appendix B: Installing Windows Appendix B Installing Windows After all hardware components have been installed, you must first configure Intel South Bridge RAID Settings before you install the Windows OS and other software drivers. To configure RAID settings, please refer to RAID Configuration User Guides posted on our web site at www.supermicro.com/support/manuals. Note: The following OS installation instructions are written for the Windows XP/2003 OS only.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual B-2 Installing Windows to a Non-RAID System 1. Insert Microsoft's Windows OS Setup CD in the CD-ROM drive and the system will start booting up from the CD. 2. Continue with the installation. The Windows OS Setup screen will display. 3. From the Windows OS Setup screen, press the key. The OS Setup will automatically load all device files and then continue with the Windows installation. 4. After the installation has completed, the system will automatically reboot.
Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Processors Single or dual Intel® Xeon 5500 Series processors in LGA1336 type sockets (both CPUs must be of the same type) Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R User's Manual Serverboard X8DT3 (Extended ATX form factor) Dimensions: 12 x 13 in (305 x 330 mm) Chassis SC745TQ-R800B, tower/4U rackmount Dimensions (as tower): (WxHxD) 7 x 19 x 27 in. (178 x 483 x 686 mm) Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 70 lbs. (31.8 kg.) System Cooling Three (3) 8-cm system cooling fans Two (2) 8-cm rear exhaust fans One (1) air shroud for tower/4U chassis System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100-240V AC auto-range Rated Input Current: 12A max.
Appendix C: System Specifications California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warning applies only to products containing CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells. “Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.
SUPERSERVER 7046T-3R 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.
