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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 6015CM3/6015C-MT. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015C-MT is a high-end dual processor rackmount server based on the SC813MTQ-520C 1U rackmount server chassis and the Super X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i serverboard.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Chapter 4: System Safety You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015C-MT. Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i serverboard, including the locations and functions of connectors, headers and jumpers.
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SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT 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 Installing the Server into a Telco Rack ........................................................... 2-7 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup .................................................................... 2-8 2-6 Checking the Chassis Setup ......................................................................... 2-10 Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview .........................................................................................................
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual ATX Power Connector .............................................................................. 5-12 Processor Power Connector ................................................................... 5-12 PW_ON Connector ................................................................................... 5-12 Reset Connector ...................................................................................... 5-12 Overheat LED (OH) ..................................
Table of Contents 5-12 Floppy and IDE Drive Connections............................................................... 5-21 Floppy Connector ..................................................................................... 5-21 IDE Connector .......................................................................................... 5-22 SAS Ports ................................................................................................. 5-23 SATA Ports ............................................
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Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview The SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015C-MT is a dual processor server comprised of two main subsystems: the SC813MTQ-520C 1U rackmount chassis and the X7DCL3/X7DCL-i serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the 6015C-M3/6015C-MT (www. supermicro.com).
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 1-2 Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015C-MT lies the X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i, a single processor serverboard based on Intel's 5100 chipset and designed to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i. Processors The X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i supports dual Intel® 5400, 5300, 5200 or 5100 Series processors in LGA771 sockets. Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors (www.
Chapter 1: Introduction Ethernet Ports The X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i has two network controllers integrated into the chipset to support two Gigabit LAN ports (100/1000Base-T/1000BaseTX, RJ45 output). Onboard Controllers/Ports An onboard IDE controller supports Ultra ATA 100 hard drives or ATAPI devices. Onboard I/O backpanel ports include one COM port, a VGA port, two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two Gigabit LAN (NIC) ports.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual PROCESSOR#1 PROCESSOR#2 PORT #4,5 PCI-EXP x8 PORT #6,7 LSI 1068E #0-3 #0-2 #0-1 MCH DDR2 667 Intel 5100 RJ45 82573V PCI-EXP x1 #1-3 #1-2 #1-1 PORT #0 #5 #4 #3 #2 #1 #0 DMI LANE5 3.0 Gb/S 82573V PCI-EXP x1 PCI-E x8 Slot PCI-E x4Signal RJ45 LANE6 ICH9R LANE1/2/3/4 #6 #5 #4 #3 #2 #1 #0 USB 2.0 VGA Volari Z9S USB GDDR2 SDRAM 32MB VGA CONN SATA PCI-EXP x8 1067/1333 MT/S PCIE X4 3.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-3 Server Chassis Features The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC813MTQ-520C chassis. Details on the chassis can be found in Chapter 6. System Power When configured as a SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015C-MT, the SC813MTQ-520C chassis includes a single 520W power supply. SAS/SATA Subsystem For the 6015C-M3, the SC813MTQ-520C chassis was designed to support four SAS hard drives, which are hot-swappable units.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT 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 6015CM3/6015C-MT up and running. Following the steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick setup assumes that your 6015C-M3/6015C-MT system has come to you with the processor and memory preinstalled.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual • This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like). • This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 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. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 2-4 Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015CMT into a rack unit with the rack rails provided. If the server has already been mounted into a rack, 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 Figure 2-1. Installing Rear Inner Chassis Rails Installing the Rack Rails Determine where you want to place the SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015C-MT in the rack (see Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3). Position the chassis rail guides 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.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 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. Do this by lining up the rear of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails. Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even on both sides (you may have to depress the locking tabs when inserting). See Figure 2-2.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Server into a Telco Rack To install the SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015C-MT into a Telco type rack, use two Lshaped brackets on either side of the chassis (four total). First, determine how far the server will extend out the front of the rack. Larger chassis should be positioned to balance the weight between front and back. If a bezel is included on your server, remove it.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the 6015C-M3/6015C-MT in the rack, 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. First, release the retention screws that secure the unit to the rack.Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it locks (you will hear a "click"). 2.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-4.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 2-6 Checking the Chassis Setup Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SAS/SATA drives and SAS/SATA backplane have been properly installed and all essential connections have been made. Checking the Drives 1. All drives can be accessed from the front of the server. For servicing the DVD-ROM drive, you will need to remove the top chassis cover.
Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others on the SAS/SATA 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 the chassis control panel and an on/off switch on the power supply. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate response you may need to take.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 3-3 Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC813MTQ-520C chassis has five LEDs. These LEDs 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. Overheat/Fan Fail When this LED flashes, it indicates a fan failure.
Chapter 3: System Interface Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating. 3-4 Drive Carrier LEDs SAS Drives (6015C-M3) Each SAS drive carrier has two LEDs: • • Green: When illuminated, the green LED on the front of the SAS 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.
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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 6015C-M3/6015C-MT 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 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual • 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. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. • CD-ROM Laser: CAUTION - this server may have come equipped with a CDROM drive.
Chapter 4: System Safety • 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. 4-3 ESD Precautions ! Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical charges coming into contact with each other. An electrical discharge is created to neutralize this difference, which can damage electronic components and printed circuit boards.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 4-4 Operating Precautions ! Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 6015CM3/6015C-MT is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the 6015C-M3/6015C-MT 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 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i serverboard into the SC813MTQ-520C 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.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT 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 X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i into the SC813MTQ-520C 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 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Connecting the Control Panel JF1 contains header pins for various front control panel connectors. See Figure 5-1 for the pin locations of the various front control panel buttons and LED indicators. All JF1 wires have been bundled into a single ribbon cable to simplify this connection. Make sure the red wire plugs into pin 1 as marked on the board. The other end connects to the Control Panel PCB board, located just behind the system status LEDs on the chassis.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-5 Processor and Heatsink Installation When handling the processor, avoid placing direct pressure on the label ! area of the fan. Also, do not place the serverboard on a conductive surface, which can damage the BIOS battery and prevent the system from booting up. IMPORTANT! Always connect the power cord last and remove it first before adding, removing or changing any hardware components.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 3. Use your thumb and your index finger to hold the CPU at opposite sides. 4. Align pin1 of the CPU (the corner marked with a triangle) with the notched corner of the CPU socket. 5. Find the corner of the CPU that has a semi-circle cutout below a gold Gold dot Socket key dot (CPU key). This corner should be aligned with the cutout on the socket (socket key). CPU key 6. Once aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down into the socket.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing the Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount has already been applied. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the (preinstalled) heatsink retention mechanism. 3. Screw in two diagonal screws (i.e. the #1 and the #2 screws) until just snug. Do not fully tighten the screws or you may damage the CPU.) 4.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 5-6 Installing Memory Memory Support The X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i supports up to 48 GB of Registered ECC DDR2-667 or DDR2-533 SDRAM. The memory scheme is interleaved, so you must populate two slots at a time, beginning with slot 1A and 2A, then slots 1B and 2B and finally slots 1C and 2C. You may populate any even number (2, 4 or 6) of DIMMs. See chart below for optimizing your DIMM installation. Installing Memory Modules 1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Note: Due to memory allocation to system devices, memory remaining available for operational use will be reduced when 4 GB of RAM is used. The reduction in memory availability is disproportional. Refer to the table below for details. 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 Local APIC 4 KB 3.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 5-8 Serverboard Details Motherboard Layout Figure 5-4. X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i Layout 1 JP1 JP2 C SAS components are included on the X7DCL-3 only. Jumpers not indicated are for test purposes only. A square contact pad indicates the location of pin 1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear See Section 5-9 JI2C1/JI2C2 I2C to PCI/PCI-E Slots Open (Disabled) JPA1* SAS Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPA2* SAS RAID Select Closed (SR RAID) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1/JPL2 LAN1/2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JWD Watch Dog Pins 1-2 (Reset) Connector Description 3-SGPIO-1/3-SGPIO-2 Serial General Purpose I/O Headers (for SAS)
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 5-9 Connector Definitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions (JPW2) ATX Power Connector The primary power supply connector (JPW2) on the X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i meets the SSI (Superset ATX) 24-pin specification. Refer to the table on the right for the pin definitions of the ATX 24-pin power connector. You must also connect the 8-pin (JPW1) processor power connector to your power supply. Refer to the table below right for the PW2 (12V) connector.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Overheat LED (OH) OH/Fan Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) 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# Definition 7 Vcc 8 Ground pin definitions. NIC2 (LAN2) LED The LED connections for LAN2 are on pins 9 and 10 of JF1. Attach LAN LED cables to display network activity.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual NMI Button NMI Button Pin Definitions (JF1) 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. Pin# Definition 19 Control 20 Ground Fan Headers Fan Header Pin Definitions (FAN1-6) There are six fan headers on the X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i. All are 4-pin fans but are backward compatible with traditional 3-pin fans. FAN1 is for the CPU1 heatsink and FAN2 is for the CPU2 heatsink.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup USB Ports Pin Definitions (USB0/1) Universal Serial Bus (USB) Pin# Definitions There are two Universal Serial Bus ports located on the I/O panel and 1 +5V 2 PO- four additional USB headers located 3 PO+ on the serverboard. The headers, labeled USB2/3 and USB4/5, can be 4 Ground 5 N/A used to provide front side USB access USB Headers Pin Definitions (USB2/3, USB4/5) (cables not included). See the tables on the right for pin definitions.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Power Supply Fail Detect PWR Supply Fail Detect Pin Definitions (JPWF1) Connect a cable from your power supply to JPWF1 to provide warning of power supply failure. This warning signal is passed through the PWR_LED pin to indicate of a power failure on the chassis. See the table on the right for Pin# Definition 1 PWR 1: Fail 2 PWR 2: Fail 3 PWR 3: Fail 4 Signal: Alarm Reset Note: This feature is only available when us- pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Serial Ports Serial Port Pin Definitions (COM1/COM2) Two serial ports are included on the serverboard: COM1 is a port located Pin # Definition Pin # Definition beside the USB ports and COM2 is 1 DCD 6 DSR a header located on the corner of the 2 RXD 7 RTS board near the SIMLC slot. See the table on the right for pin definitions. 3 TXD 8 CTS 4 DTR 9 RI 5 Ground 10 NC Note: Pin 10 is included on the header but not on the port.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT 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. Jumpers create shorts between two 3 2 1 3 2 1 Connector Pins pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the serverboard layout pages for jumper locations.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup LAN1/LAN2 Enable/Disable Change the setting of jumper JPL1 to enable or disable the LAN1 port and LAN1/2 Enable/Disable Jumper Settings (JPL1/2) Jumper Setting Definition JPL2 to enable or disable the LAN2 Pins 1-2 Enabled port on the serverboard. See the table Pins 2-3 Disabled on the right for jumper settings. The default setting is enabled. SAS Enable/Disable JPA1 allows you to enable or disable the SAS controller.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual I2C Bus to PCI/PCI-Exp. Slots Jumpers JI2C1 and JI2C2 allow you to connect the System Management Bus I2C to PCI/PCI-E Slots Jumper Settings (JI2C1/JI2C2) (I2C) to the PCI and PCI-E slots. The Jumper Setting Definition default setting is Open (Disabled.) Both JI2C1: Closed JI2C2:Closed Enabled jumpers must be set to the same setting. See the table on the right for jumper JI2C1: Open JI2C2: Open Disabled settings.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup CPU_VRM Overheat LED Indicators (LED5/LED6) CPU_VRM Overheat LED Indicators (LED5/LED6) The two CPU_VRM Overheat LEDs designated LE5/LE6 provide indication LED# for CPU1 and CPU2 VRM overheat, re- LED: On CPU1_VRM Overheat LED6: On CPU2_VRM Overheat spectively. Refer to the table on the right for LED5 and LED6 indications. Description 5-12 Floppy and IDE Drive Connections Use the following information to connect the IDE hard disk drive cables.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual IDE Connector There are no jumpers to configure the onboard IDE interface "IDE". See the table below for pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup SAS Ports SAS Port Pin Definitions (SAS0 ~ SAS7) There are eight SAS ports included on the serverboard. Pin # See the table on the right for pin definitions. Note: JPA1 must be set correctly to enable the SAS controller. Definition 1 Ground 2 TXP 3 TXN 4 Ground 5 RXN 6 RXP 7 Ground SATA Ports SATA Port Pin Definitions (JSATA1 ~ JSATA6) There are no jumpers to enable the SATA ports, which are designated JSATA1 ~ JSATA6.
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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the SC813MTQ-520C 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. Tools Required: The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Philips screwdriver.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis Front View Figure 6-2. Chassis Rear View 6-2 Control Panel The control panel (located on the front of the chassis) must be connected to the JF1 connector on the serverboard to provide you with system control buttons and status indicators. These wires have been bundled together in a ribbon cable to simplify the connection. Connect the cable from JF1 on the serverboard to the control panel PCB (printed circuit board).
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-3 System Fans Four 4-cm high-performance 12500 rpm fans provide the cooling for the SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015C-MT. The chassis includes air seals under the fans and at the chassis cross section, which separates the drive bay area from the serverboard area of the chassis to promote better airflow. It is highly important that the air seal is properly installed and making a good seal in order for the cooling air to circulate properly through the chassis.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Accessing the Drive Bays SAS/SATA Drives: Because of their hotswap capability, you do not need to access the inside of the chassis or power down the system to install or replace SAS/SATA drives. Proceed to the next step for instructions. Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-swap capability of the SAS/SATA drives.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-4. Mounting a Drive in a Carrier Figure 6-5.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual DVD-ROM Drive Installation The top cover of the chassis must be opened to gain full access to the DVD-ROM drive bay. The 6015C-M3/6015C-MT accommodates only slim DVD-ROM drives. Side mounting brackets are needed to mount a slim DVD-ROM drive in the 6015CM3/6015C-MT server. Accessing the Inside of the Chassis 1. Release the retention screws that secure the server unit to the rack. 2.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-5 Power Supply The SuperServer 6015C-M3/6015C-MT has a single 520 watt power supply. This power supply has the capability of operating at 100 - 240 input volts. Depress the main power button on the front of the chassis and then unplug the AC power cord to completely remove power from the system before removing the power supply. Power Supply Failure If the power supply module fails, the system will shut down and you will need to replace it.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 4. Reconnect the power cord. 5. Replace the chassis top cover and push the module back into the rack. 6. Finish by turning the power switch on the power supply on, and then depress the power button on the front of the system.
Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction This chapter describes the Phoenix BIOS™ Setup utility for the X7DCL-3/X7DCL-i. The Phoenix ROM BIOS is stored in a flash chip and can be easily upgraded using a floppy disk-based program. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual. Please refer to the Manual Download area of the Supermicro web site
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 7-2 Running Setup Default settings are in bold text unless otherwise noted. The BIOS setup options described in this section are selected by choosing the appropriate text from the main BIOS Setup screen. All displayed text is described in this section, although the screen display is often all you need to understand how to set the options (see the next page). When you first power on the computer, the Phoenix BIOS™ is immediately activated.
Chapter 7: BIOS Main BIOS Setup Menu Main Setup Features System Time To set the system date and time, key in the correct information in the appropriate fields. Then press the key to save the data. System Date Using the arrow keys, highlight the month, day and year fields, and enter the correct data. Press the key to save the data. BIOS Date This field displays the date when this version of BIOS was built.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual XIDE Primary Master/Slave, SATA Port1, SATA Port2, SATA Port3 and SATA Port4 These settings allow the user to set the parameters of IDE Primary Master/Slave, SATA Port1 Master/Slave, SATA Port2 Master/Slave, SATA Port3 Master, and SATA Port4 Master slots. Hit to activate the following sub-menu screen for detailed options of these items. Set the correct configurations accordingly.
Chapter 7: BIOS CHS Format The following items will be displayed by the BIOS: TYPE: This item displays the type of IDE or SATA Device. Cylinders: This item indicates the status of Cylinders. Headers: This item indicates the number of headers. Sectors: This item displays the number of sectors. Maximum Capacity: This item displays the maximum storage capacity of the system.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Serial ATA This setting allows the user to enable or disable the function of the Serial ATA. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Native Mode Operation Select the native mode for ATA. The options are: Parallel ATA, Serial ATA, Both, and Auto. SATA Controller Mode Select Compatible to allow the SATA and PATA drives to be automatically-detected and be placed in the Legacy Mode by the BIOS.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-4 Advanced Setup Choose Advanced from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. The items with a triangle beside them have sub menus that can be accessed by highlighting the item and pressing . XBoot Features Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. QuickBoot Mode If enabled, this feature will speed up the POST (Power On Self Test) routine by skipping certain tests after the computer is turned on.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Power Button Behavior If set to Instant-Off, the system will power off immediately as soon as the user hits the power button. If set to 4-sec., the system will power off when the user presses the power button for 4 seconds or longer. The options are instant-off and 4-sec override. Resume On Modem Ring Select On to “wake your system up” when an incoming call is received by your modem. The options are On and Off.
Chapter 7: BIOS Cache Base 0-512K If enabled, this feature will allow the data stored in the base memory area: block 0-512K to be cached (written) into a buffer, a storage area in the Static DROM (SDROM) or to be written into L1, L2 cache inside the CPU to speed up CPU operations. Select Uncached to disable this function. Select Write Through to allow data to be cached into the buffer and written into the system memory at the same time.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual XPCI Configuration Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings for PCI devices. Onboard GLAN-1/Onboard GLAN-2 (Gigabit- LAN) OPROM Configure Select Enabled to allow the system to boot from the GLAN-1 connection or the GLAN-2 connection. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Reset Configuration Data If set to Yes, this setting clears the Extended System Configuration Data- (ESCD) area. The options are Yes and No.
Chapter 7: BIOS XAdvanced Chipset Control Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Warning: Take Caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect setup, a very high DRAM frequency or an incorrect DRAM timing may cause the system become unstable. When this occurs, reset the setting to the default setting. Crystal Beach Features This feature cooperates with the Intel I/O AT (Acceleration Technology) to accelerate the performance of TOE devices.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual XAdvanced Processor Options Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. CPU Speed This is a display that indicates the speed of the installed processor. Frequency Ratio (Available when supported by the CPU.) The feature allows the user to set the internal frequency multiplier for the CPU. The options are: Default, x12, x13, x14, x15, x16, x17 and x18. Core-Multi-Processing (Available when supported by the CPU.
Chapter 7: BIOS and restart the system for the change to take effect. Please refer to Intel’s web site for detailed information. Intel EIST Support (Available when supported by the CPU.) Select Enabled to use the Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology and allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency in an effort to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Please refer to Intel’s web site for detailed information.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Floppy Disk Controller This setting allows you to assign control of the floppy disk controller. The options are Enabled (user defined), Disabled, and Auto (BIOS and OS controlled). Base I/O Address This setting allows you to select the base I/O address for the Floppy port. The options are Primary and Secondary. XDMI Event Logging Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings.
Chapter 7: BIOS XConsole Redirection Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. COM Port Address This item allows you to specify which COM port to direct the remote console to: Onboard COM A or Onboard COM B. This setting can also be Disabled. BAUD Rate This item allows you to set the BAUD rate for the console redirection. The options are 300, 1200, 2400, 9600, 19.2K, 38.4K, 57.6K, and 115.2K. Console Type This item allows you to choose the console redirection type.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual XHardware Monitor Logic CPU Temperature Threshold This option allows the user to set a CPU temperature threshold that will activate the alarm system when the CPU temperature reaches this pre-set temperature threshold. The hardcode default setting is 80oC. (The default setting for the Intel 5100 Series CPU is 75oC and for the 5000 Series CPU is 80oC.) (See below.
Chapter 7: BIOS XIPMI (Available only when an IPMI card is installed.) 0IP0M0000I Specification Version: This item displays the current IPMI Version. Firmware Version: This item displays the current Firmware Version. System Event Logging000 Select Enabled to enable IPMI Event Logging. When this function is set to Disabled, the system will continue to log events received via system interface. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual OS Boot Watch Dog Set to Enabled to enable OS Boot Watch Dog. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Timer for Loading OS (Minutes) This feature allows the user to set the time value (in minutes) for the previous item: OS Boot Watch Dog by keying-in a desired number in the blank. The default setting is 10 (minutes.) (Please ignore this option when OS Boot Watch Dog is set to "Disabled".
Chapter 7: BIOS XRealtime Sensor Data This feature display information from motherboard sensors, such as temperatures, fan speeds and voltages of various components.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 7-5 Security Choose Security from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. Security setting options are displayed by highlighting the setting using the arrow keys and pressing . All Security BIOS settings are described in this section. Supervisor Password Is: This indicates if a supervisor password has been entered for the system.
Chapter 7: BIOS Password on Boot This setting allows you to determine if a password is required for a user to enter the system at bootup. The options are Enabled (password required) and Disabled (password not required). 7-6 Boot Choose Boot from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. See details on how to change the order and specs of boot devices in the Item Specific Help window. All Boot BIOS settings are described in this section.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual 7-7 Exit Choose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. All Exit BIOS settings are described in this section. Exit Saving Changes Highlight this item and hit to save any changes you made and to exit the BIOS Setup utility. Exit Discarding Changes Highlight this item and hit to exit the BIOS Setup utility without saving any changes you may have made.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Appendix A BIOS POST Messages During the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS will check for problems. If a problem is found, the BIOS will activate an alarm or display a message. The following is a list of such BIOS messages. Failure Fixed Disk Fixed disk is not working or not configured properly. Check to see if fixed disk is attached properly. Run Setup. Find out if the fixed-disk type is correctly identified. Stuck key Stuck key on keyboard.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default Setup Values. If you do not want these values, enter Setup and enter your own values. If the error persists, check the system battery or contact your dealer. System timer error The timer test failed. Requires repair of system board.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages EISA CMOS not writeable ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to EISA CMOS. DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt). Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long. device Address Conflict Address conflict for specified device.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual nnnn kB Extended RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of RAM in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn Cache SRAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn kB Shadow RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn kB System RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of system RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages PS/2 Mouse: PS/2 mouse identified. Run the I2O Configuration Utility One or more unclaimed block storage devices have the Configuration Request bit set in the LCT. Run an I2O Configuration Utility (e.g. the SAC utility). System BIOS shadowed System BIOS copied to shadow RAM. UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn Displays the address nnnn of the upper limit of Upper Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the BIOS which can be reclaimed by a virtual memory manager.
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Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes Appendix B BIOS POST Codes This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the Phoenix BIOS. POST codes are divided into two categories: recoverable and terminal. Recoverable POST Errors When a recoverable type of error occurs during POST, the BIOS will display an POST code that describes the problem.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual POST Code Description 18h 8254 timer initialization 1Ah 8237 DMA controller initialization 1Ch 20h Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh 22h 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller 24h Set ES segment register to 4 GB 28h 29h Auto size DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager 2Ah Clear 512 kB base RAM 2Ch 1-3-4-1 RAM failure on address line xxxx 2Eh 2Fh 32h 33h 36h 38h 3Ah 3Ch 3Dh 41h 42h 45h 46h 48h 49h 4Ah 4Bh 4Ch 4Eh 4Fh 50h
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes POST Code Description 5Ch Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB 60h Test extended memory 62h 64h Test extended memory address lines Jump to UserPatch1 66h Configure advanced cache registers 67h Initialize Multi Processor APIC 68h 69h Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area 6Ah Display external L2 cache size 6Bh Load custom defaults (optional) 6Ch 70h 72h 76h 7Ch 7Dh 7Eh 80h 81h 82h 83h 84h 85h 86h 87h Display shadow-area message Display
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual POST Code Description 99h Check for SMART Drive (optional) 9Ch Set up Power Management 9Dh 9Eh Initialize security engine (optional) Enable hardware interrupts 9Fh Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives A0h Set time of day A2h A4h Check key lock Initialize typematic rate A8h Erase prompt AAh Scan for key stroke ACh AEh B0h B1h B2h B4h B5h B6h B7h B9h BAh BCh BDh BEh BFh C0h C1h C2h C3h C4h C6h C7h C8h C9h CDh D2h D4h D8h D9h DEh Enter
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes The following are for boot block in Flash ROM POST Code Description E0h Initialize the chipset E1h Initialize the bridge E2h E3h Initialize the CPU Initialize system timer E4h Initialize system I/O E5h Check force recovery boot E6h E7h E8h E9h EAh EBh ECh EDh EEh EFh F0h F1h F2h F3h F4h F5h F6h F7h Checksum BIOS ROM Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size Sh
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Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines Appendix C Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines After all the hardware has been installed, you must first configure SATA HostRAID or SAS HostRAID before you install the Windows Operating System and other software drivers. (The LSI SAS HostRAID is available on the X7DCL-3 only.) Important Notes 1. This chapter describes RAID configuration instructions for the Intel ICH9R Host RAID Controller designed for Windows OS.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual The Intel HostRAID Configurations The following types of Intel's HostRAID configurations are supported: RAID 0 (Data Striping): this writes data in parallel, interleaved ("striped") sections of two hard drives. Data transfer rate is doubled over using a single disk. RAID1 (Data Mirroring): an identical data image from one drive is copied to another drive. The second drive must be the same size or larger than the first drive.
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines Using the Intel ICH9R SATA RAID Utility Program 1. Creating, Deleting and Resetting RAID Volumes: a. After the system exits from the BIOS Setup Utility, the system will automatically reboot. The following screen appears after Power-On Self Test. b. When you see the above screen, press the and the keys simultaneously. The main menu of the SATA RAID Utility will appear. Note: All graphics and screen shots shown in the manual are for reference only.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Creating a RAID 0 Volume: a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the key. The following screen will appear: b. Specify a name for the RAID 0 set and press the key or the key to go to the next field. (You can use the key to select the previous menu.) c. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, press the , keys to select RAID 0 (Stripe) and hit . d.
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines Creating a RAID 1 Volume: a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the key. The following screen will appear: b. Specify a name for the RAID 1 set and press the key or the key to go to the next field. (You can use the key to select the previous menu.) c. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, press the , keys to select RAID 1 (Mirror) and hit . d.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Creating a RAID 10 (RAID 1+ RAID 0): a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the key. The following screen will appear: b. Specify a name for the RAID 10 set and press . c. When the RAID Level item is highlighted, use the , keys to select RAID 10 (RAID1 + RAID0) and hit . d.
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines Creating a RAID 5 Set (Parity): a. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the key. The following screen will appear: b. Specify a name for the RAID 5 set and press . c. When the Raid Level is highlighted, use the , keys to select RAID 5 (Parity) and hit . d. When the Disk item is highlighted, press to select the HDD to configure as RAID.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Deleting RAID Volume: Warning: Be sure to back up your data before deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the disk drives when deleting a RAID set. a. From the main menu, select item2-Delete RAID Volume, and press . b. Use the , keys to select the RAID set you want to delete and press . A Warning message displays. c.
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines Resetting to Non-RAID and Resetting a RAID HDD Warning: Be cautious when you reset a RAID volume HDD to nonRAID or Resetting a RAID HDD. Resetting a RAID volume HDD or Resetting a RAID HDD will reformat the HDD and delete the internal RAID structure on the drive. a. From the main menu, select item3-Reset Disks to Non- RAID, and press . The following screen will appear: b.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual C-2 Installing Windows XP/2000/2003 OS for RAID Functions Installing a New Windows Operating System 1. Insert the Microsoft Windows XP/2000/2003 Setup CD in the CD Driver, and the system will start booting up from CD. 2. Press the key when the message-" Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver" displays. 3. When the Windows XP/2000/2003 Setup screen appears, press "S" to specify additional device(s). 4.
Appendix D: Software Installation Appendix D Software Installation D-1 Installing Drivers After you've installed the Windows Operating System, a screen as shown below will appear. You are ready to install software programs and drivers that have not yet been installed. To install these software programs and drivers, click the icons to the right of these items. Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen Notes 1. Click the icons showing a hand writing on the paper to view the readme files for each item.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual D-2 Configuring 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 the SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
Appendix D: Software Installation Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control) Note: SD III Software can be downloaded from our Web site at: ftp://ftp.supermicro. com/utility/Supero_Doctor_III/. You can also download SDIII User's Guide at: http:// www.supermicro.com/PRODUCT/Manuals/SDIII/UserGuide.pdf. For the Linux OS, we will still recommend that you use Supero Doctor II.
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Appendix E: System Specifications Appendix E System Specifications Processors Dual Intel® Xeon 5400/5300/5200/5100 Series processors in LGA771 sockets Note: please refer to our website for details on supported processors. Chipset Intel 5100 + ICH9R BIOS Phoenix BIOS in 8 Mb Flash EEPROM Memory Capacity Six (6) DIMM slots to support a maximum up to 48 GB of registered ECC DDR2-667/533 SDRAM Note: interleaved memory requires DIMMs to be installed in pairs - refer to Section 5-6 for details.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Serverboard 6015C-M3: X7DCL-3 (ATX Form Factor) 6015C-MT: X7DCL-i (ATX Form Factor) Dimensions (both): 12 x 10 in (305 x 254 mm) Chassis SC813MTQ-520C (1U Rackmount) Dimensions: (WxHxD) 17.2 x 1.7 x 19.85 in. (437 x 43 x 504 mm) Weight Gross Weight: 38 lbs. (17.3 kg.
Appendix E: System Specifications Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-3-2/-3-3, CISPR 22 Class A Electromagnetic Immunity: EN 55024/CISPR 24, (EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11) Safety: EN 60950/IEC 60950-Compliant UL Listed (USA) CUL Listed (Canada) TUV Certified (Germany) CE Marking (Europe) California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warni
SUPERSERVER 6015C-M3/6015C-MT User's Manual Disclaimer (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.
