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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 6015C-UR/6015CU/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT. Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7DCU serverboard, including the locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers.
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SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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 ........................................................................ 2-9 Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 3-1 3-2 Control Panel Buttons .....................................................................................
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 5-12 Installing Software ......................................................................................... 5-24 Supero Doctor III ........................................................................................... 5-25 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup 6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices .................................................................................. 6-1 Precautions ...................................................
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview The SuperServer 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT is a high-end server comprised of two main subsystems: the SC815TQ-R650U (6015C-UR/6015CNTR)/SC815TQ-560U (6015C-U/6015C-NT) 1U server chassis and the X7DCU 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 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 1-2 Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT lies the X7DCU, a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel 5100 chipset and designed to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X7DCU. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset). Processors The X7DCU supports single or dual 771-pin Intel Xeon 5400/5300/5200/5100 series processors at a FSB speed of 1333/1066 MHz.
Chapter 1: Introduction ATI Graphics Controller The X7DCU features an integrated ATI video controller based on the ES1000 graphics chip. The ES1000 was designed specifically for servers, featuring low power consumption, high reliability and superior longevity. Other Features Other onboard features that promote system health include onboard voltage monitors, a chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU overheat sensors, virus protection and BIOS rescue.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Front Control Panel The chassis' control panel provides you with system monitoring and control. LEDs indicate system power, HDD activity, network activity (two) and UID/overheat/fan fail/power fail. A main power button and system reset button is also included. I/O Backplane The SC815TQ-R650U/SC815TQ-560U is an extended ATX form factor chassis that is designed to be used in a 1U rackmount configuration.
Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. Intel 5100/ICH9R Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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 6015CUR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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 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 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 2-4 Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015CNTR/6015C-NT into a rack unit with the rack rails provided. If the system 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 Installing the Outer Rails Begin by measuring the distance from the front rail to the rear rail of the rack. Attach a short bracket to the front side of the right outer rail and a long bracket to the rear side of the right outer rail. Adjust both the short and long brackets to the proper distance so that the rail can fit snugly into the rack.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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 2-3.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Server into a Telco Rack To install the 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT into a Telco type rack, use two L-shaped brackets on either side of the chassis (four total). First, determine how far follow 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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT in the rack, you will need to open the top cover to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made. Accessing the Inside of the System 1. First, grasp the two handles on either side and pull the system straight out until it locks (you will hear a "click"). 2.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-5. Accessing the Inside of the System 2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SATA drives and SATA backplane have been properly installed and all connections have been made. Checking the Drives 1. All drives are accessable from the front of the server. For servicing the DVDROM and floppy drives, you will need to remove the top chassis cover.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Checking the Airflow 1. Airflow is provided by four sets of 4-cm fans (each set of fans consists of two fans that are mounted back to back). The system component layout was carefully designed to direct sufficient cooling airflow to the components that generate the most heat. 2. Note that all power and data cables have been routed in such a way that they do not block the airflow generated by the fans. Providing Power 1.
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 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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Power The main power button is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to the server system. Turning off system power with this button removes the main power but keeps standby power supplied to the system. 3-3 Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC815TQ-R560U/SC815TQ-560U chassis has five LEDs. These LEDs provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system.
Chapter 3: System Interface 2 NIC2 Indicates network activity on LAN2 when flashing. 1 NIC1 Indicates network activity on LAN1 when flashing. HDD Indicates IDE channel activity. On the SuperServer 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015CNTR/6015C-NT, this light indicates SATA and/or DVD-ROM drive activity when flashing. Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 3-4 Hard Drive Carrier LEDs Each hard drive carrier has two LEDs. • Green: When illuminated, the green LED on the front of the drive carrier indicates drive activity. A connection to the drive backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed. • Red: The red LED indicates two states. When blinking, it indicates the drive is rebuilding. When solid, it indicates a drive failure.
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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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 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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 4-4 Operating Precautions ! Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 6015CUR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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 processors and heatsinks to the X7DCU serverboard, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are described and a layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter. Remember to close the chassis completely when you have finished working on the serverboard to protect and cool the system sufficiently.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 5-2 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.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 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.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 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.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-3 Connecting Cables Now that the processors are installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the serverboard. These include the data (ribbon) 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 in preconfigured systems to prevent them from blocking the flow of cooling air that moves through the system from front to back.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual other end of the cable to the Control Panel printed circuit board, located just behind the system status LEDs in the chassis. See the Connector Definitions section in this chapter for details and pin descriptions of JF1. Figure 5-1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-5 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. Also note that the memory is interleaved to improve performance (see step 1). Installing DIMMs 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with slots DIMM1A and DIMM2A. The memory scheme is interleaved so you must install two modules at a time.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Possible System Memory Allocation & Availability System Device Size Physical Memory Remaining (4 GB Total System Memory) Firmware Hub flash memory (System BIOS) 1 MB 3.99 Local APIC 4 KB 3.99 Area Reserved for the chipset 2 MB 3.99 I/O APIC (4 Kbytes) 4 KB 3.99 PCI Enumeration Area 1 256 MB 3.76 PCI Express (256 MB) 256 MB 3.51 PCI Enumeration Area 2 (if needed) -Aligned on 256-MB boundary- 512 MB 3.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-6 Adding PCI Cards PCI Expansion Slots Two riser cards are used to support add-on cards to the system. The SC815TQR650U/SC815TQ-560U chassis can accommodate one standard size (full height full length) and one low profile PCI expansion card. When viewed from the chassis front, the standard size card installs to the left and the low-profile card installs to the right side. PCI cards are installed into riser cards that have been pre-installed to the system.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 5-7 Serverboard Details Figure 5-4.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X7DCU Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear (See Section 5-9) JCF1 Compact Flash Master/Slave Select Closed (Master) JIDE IDE Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 LAN1/2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JWD1 Watch Dog Pins 1-2 (Reset) Connector Description COM1/COM2 Serial Port/Header FAN 1-8 Chassis/CPU Fan Headers Floppy Floppy Disk Drive Connector IDE IDE Drive C
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 5-8 Connector Definitions ATX Power 20-pin Connector Pin Definitions (JPW1) ATX Power Connector Pin# Definition The primary ATX power supply con- 11 +3.3V 1 +3.3V nector meets the SSI (Superset ATX) 12 -12V 2 +3.3V 13 COM 3 COM 20-pin specification. Make sure that the orientation of the connector is Pin # Definition 14 PS_ON 4 +5V correct. See the table on the right for 15 COM 5 COM pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup HDD LED The HDD (IDE Hard Disk Drive) LED connection is located on pins 13 and HDD LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition LED cable to display disk activity. 13 Vcc Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. 14 HD Active 14 of JF1. Attach the IDE hard drive NIC1 LED The NIC1 (Network Interface Controller) LED connection is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1. Attach the NIC1 LED cable to display network activity.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Power Fail LED Power Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Refer Pin# Definition to the table on the right for pin defini- 5 Vcc tions. 6 Ground Reset Button Reset Button Pin Definitions (JF1) The Reset Button connection is located on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to the hardware reset switch on the computer case. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Universal Serial Bus Headers Universal Serial Bus Headers Pin Definitions (USB2/3, USB4) Three additional USB headers (USB2/ USB3 and USB4) are included on the Pin # USB2 Definition serverboard. These may be used for 1 +5V 1 +5V front side access. A USB cable (not 2 PO- 2 PO- 3 PO+ 3 PO+ 4 Ground 4 Ground 5 Key 5 NC included) is needed for the connection. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Power LED/Speaker Speaker Connector Pin Definitions (JD1) On the JD1 header, pins 1-3 are for Pin # Function Definition external speaker. See the table on the 4 + Speaker data (red wire) right for speaker pin definitions. 5 Key No connection a power LED and pins 4-7 are for an Note: The speaker connector pins are for use with an external speaker.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Wake-On-LAN Wake-On-LAN Pin Definitions (JWOL1) The Wake-On-LAN header is designated JWOL1. See the table on the right for pin definitions. You must Pin# Definition enable the LAN Wake-Up setting in 1 +5V Standby BIOS to use this feature. You must also have a LAN card with a Wake- 2 Ground 3 Wake-up on-LAN connector and cable. Wake-On-Ring The Wake-On-Ring header is designated JWOR.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual UID Switches There are two Unit Identification (UID) switches on the motherboard. The Front Panel UID Switch connects to pin 13 of JF1. The Rear UID Switch (SW1) is located next to LAN2. Pushing the UID switch on the Front Control Panel will illuminate both the Rear UID and the Control Panel UID indicators. Push the either switch again to turn off both indicators.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-9 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 Jumper square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the diagram at right for Setting an example of jumping pins 1 and 2.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual LAN Enable/Disable Change the setting of jumper JPL1 to enable or disable the onboard Ethernet (RJ45) ports LAN1 and LAN2. See the table on the right for jumper set- LAN Enable/Disable Jumper Settings (JPL1) Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled Pins 2-3 Disabled tings. The default setting is enabled. Watch Dog Enable/Disable JWD controls the Watch Dog function.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-10 Onboard Indicators LAN1/LAN2 LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA port) have two LEDs. On each LAN LED Connection Speed Indicator Gigabit LAN port, one LED indicates LED Color Definition activity when blinking while the other Off No connection or 10 MHz LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection. Green 100 MHz Amber 1 GHz See the table on the right for the functions associated with the connection speed LED.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 5-11 Floppy, IDE and SATA Drive Connections Note the following when connecting the floppy and hard disk drive cables: • The floppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires. • A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1. • A single floppy disk drive ribbon cable has 34 wires and two connectors to provide for two floppy disk drives.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup IDE Connector There are no jumpers to configure the onboard IDE connector. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 5-12 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 base 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 CDROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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 SDIII User's Guide at: http://www.supermicro.com/PRODUCT/Manuals/SDIII/UserGuide.pdf. For Linux, we will still recommend 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 SC815TQ-R650U/SC815TQ-560U 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 next step. Tools Required: The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Philips screwdriver.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis: Front and Rear Views Slim DVD-ROM Drive Slim Floppy Drive (optional) SATA Drive Bays Power Supply Module Mouse/Keyboard USB Ports COM1 Port System LEDs System Reset Control Panel Main Power PCI Expansion Slots (w/ riser cards) VGA Port Ethernet Ports Note: the SC815TQ-560U chassis (6015C-U/6015C-NT) has only a single power supply module.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-3 System Fans Four 4-cm heavy duty counter-rotating fans provide the cooling for the SuperServer 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT. Each fan unit is actually made up of two fans joined back-to-back, which rotate in opposite directions. This counter-rotating action generates exceptional airflow and works to dampen vibration levels.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Figure 6-2. System Cooling Fans 6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal Removing the Front Bezel If your system has a front bezel (optional) attached to the chassis, you must first remove it to gain access to the drive bays. To remove the bezel, first unlock the front of the chassis then press the release knob (see Figure 6-3). Carefully remove the bezel with both hands. A filter located within the bezel can be removed for replacement/cleaning.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-3. Removing the Front Bezel 1. Unlock 2. Press release knob 3. Remove bezel assembly Accessing the Drive Bays 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 SATA drives. Proceed to the next section for instructions.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual SATA Drive Installation The SATA drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airflow for the drive bays. For this reason, even empty carriers without drives installed must remain in the chassis. Mounting a SATA Drive in a Drive Carrier 1.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing/Removing a SATA Drive 1. To remove a carrier, push the release button located beside the drive LEDs. 2. Swing the colored handle fully out and use it to pull the unit straight out (see Figure 6-5). Note: Your operating system must have RAID support to enable the hot-plug capability of the SATA drives. Figure 6-5.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual DVD-ROM and Floppy Drive Installation The top cover of the chassis must be opened to gain full access to the DVD-ROM and floppy drive bays. The 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT accomodates only slim-line DVD-ROM drives. Side mounting brackets are needed to mount a slim-line DVD-ROM drive in the 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT server. You must power down the system before installing or removing a floppy or DVD-ROM drive.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup connects to drive A, and the connector that does not have twisted wires always connects to drive B. 6-5 Power Supply 6015C-UR/6015C-NTR The SuperServer 6015C-UR/6015C-NTR has a 650 watt redundant power supply configuration consisting of two hot-swap power modules. The power supply modules have an auto-switching capability, which enables them to automatically sense and operate with a 100V - 240V input voltage.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 5. Simply push the new power supply module into the power bay until you hear a click. 6. Finish by plugging the AC power cord back into the module. 6015C-U/6015C-NT The SuperServer 6015C-U/6015C-NT has a single 560 watt power supply, which is auto-switching capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate with a 100v - 240v input voltage.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-6.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Notes 6-12
Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction This chapter describes the Phoenix BIOS™ Setup utility for the X7DCU. 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 Super Micro web site
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual SATA Port1, SATA Port2, SATA Port3, SATA Port4, SATA Port5 and SATA Port6 These settings allow the user to set the parameters of SATA Port, SATA Port, SATA Port3 and SATA Port4. Hit to activate the following sub-menu screen for detailed options of these items. Set the correct configurations accordingly. The items included in the sub-menu are: Type This option allows the user to select the type of IDE hard drive.
Chapter 7: BIOS 32 Bit I/O This option allows the user to enable or disable the function of 32-bit data transfer. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Transfer Mode This option allows the user to set the transfer mode. The options are Standard, Fast PIO1, Fast PIO2, Fast PIO3, Fast PIO4, FPIO3/DMA1 and FPIO4/DMA2. Ultra DMA Mode This option allows the user to select Ultra DMA Mode. The options are Disabled, Mode 0, Mode 1, Mode 2, Mode 3, Mode 4 and Mode 5.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual SATA AHCI Enable Select Enable to enable the Serial ATA Advanced Host Interface. (Use caution when enabling. This feature is for advanced programmers only. The options are Enabled and Disabled.) System Memory This display informs you how much system memory is recognized as being present in the system. Extended Memory This display informs you how much extended memory is recognized as being present in the system.
Chapter 7: BIOS 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.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Memory Cache Cache System BIOS Area This setting allows you to designate a reserve area in the system memory to be used as a System BIOS buffer into which BIOS can write (cache) data. Select Write Protect to enable this function, and this area will be reserved for BIOS ROM access only. Select Uncached to disable this function and make this area available for other devices.
Chapter 7: BIOS Cache Extended Memory Area If enabled, this feature will allow the data stored in the extended memory area to be cached (written) into a buffer, a storage area in the Static DROM (SDROM) or written into the L1/L2/L3 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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Latency Timer This setting allows you to set the clock rate for the Bus Master. A high-priority, high-throughout device may benefit from a greater clock rate. The options are Default, 0020h, 0040h, 0060h, 0080h, 00A0h, 00C0h, 00E0h and Other. For Unix, Novell and other Operating Systems, please select "Other". If a drive fails after the installation of a new software, you might want to change this setting and try again.
Chapter 7: BIOS Channel 0 Rank Sparing/Channel 1 Rank Sparing Select Enable to enable the function of memory sparing for Memory Bus Branch 0 or Branch 1. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Enhanced x8 Detection Select Enabled to enable Enhanced x8 DRAM UC Error Detection. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Demand Scrubbing Scrubbing is a process that allows the North Bridge to correct correctable memory errors found on a memory module.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Advanced 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 if 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.
Chapter 7: BIOS 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. The CPU fetches both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised if Enabled. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual I/O Device Configuration Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. KBC Clock Input This setting allows you to select clock frequency for KBC. The options are 6MHz, 8MHz, 12MHz and 16MHz. Serial Port A This setting allows you to assign control of serial port A. The options are Enabled (user defined), Disabled and Auto (BIOS or OS controlled).
Chapter 7: BIOS 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. DMI Event Logging Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Event Log Validity This is a display to inform you of the event log validity. It is not a setting. Event Log Capacity This is a display to inform you of the event log capacity. It is not a setting.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Console Type This item allows you to choose the console redirection type. The options are VT100, VT100/8bit, PC-ANSI/7bit, PC ANSI, VT100+ and VT-UTF8. Flow Control This item allows you to set the flow control for the console redirection. The options are None, XON/XOFF and CTS/RTS. Console Connection This item allows you to decide how the console redirection is to be connected: either Direct or Via Modem.
Chapter 7: BIOS Voltage Monitoring The following items will be monitored and displayed: Vcore A, Vcore B, -12V, P1V5, +3.3V, +12V, 5Vsb, 5VDD, P_VTT, Vbat. Note: In the Windows OS environment, the Supero Doctor III settings take precedence over the BIOS settings. When fi rst installed, Supero Doctor III adopts the temperature threshold settings previously set in the BIOS. Any subsequent changes to these thresholds must be made within Supero Doctor, since the SD III settings override the BIOS settings.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual IPMI (The option is available only when an IPMI card is installed in the system.) IPMI Specification Version This item displays the current IPMI Version. BMC HW/Firmware Version This item displays the current Firmware Version. System Event Logging 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.
Chapter 7: BIOS BIOS POST Errors Enabling this function to log POST errors. The options are Enabled and Disabled. BIOS POST Watch Dog Set to Enabled to enable POST Watch Dog. The options are Enabled and Disabled. 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.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Realtime Sensor Data This feature display information from motherboard sensors, such as temperatures, fan speeds and voltages of various components. 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 .
Chapter 7: BIOS Supervisor Password Is: This 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 Is: This indicates if a user password has been entered for the system. Clear means such a password has not been used and Set means a user password has been entered for the system.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual 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.
Chapter 7: BIOS 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.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Save Changes Highlight this item and hit to save any changes you made. You will remain in the Setup utility.
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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT 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 CPU ID: CPU socket number for Multi-Processor error. 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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual I/O device IRQ conflict I/O device IRQ conflict error. PS/2 Mouse Boot Summary Screen: PS/2 Mouse installed. 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.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Press to enter Setup Optional message displayed during POST. Can be turned off in Setup. 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.
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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 PhoenixBIOS. 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-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual POST Code Description 16h 1-2-2-3 BIOS ROM checksum 17h Initialize cache before memory Auto size 18h 1Ah 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization 1Ch Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller 20h 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh 22h 24h 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to 4 GB 28h Auto size DRAM 29h Initialize POST Memory Manager 2Ah 2Ch 2Eh 2Fh 32h 33h 36h 38h 3Ah 3Ch 3Dh 41h 42h 45h 46h 48
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 88h 89h 8Ah 8Bh 8Ch 8Fh 90h 91h 92h 93
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual POST Code Description 9Ch Set up Power Management 9Dh Initialize security engine (optional) 9Eh 9Fh Enable hardware interrupts Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives A0h Set time of day A2h Check key lock A4h A8h Initialize typematic rate Erase prompt AAh Scan for key stroke ACh Enter SETUP 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 Clear Boot fl
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 Checksum BIOS ROM E7h E8h E9h EAh EBh ECh EDh EEh EFh F0h F1h F2h F3h F4h F5h F6h F7h Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize Memory type Initialize Memory size
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Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Processors Single or dual Intel® Xeon® 5400/5300/5200/5100 Sequence processors at a front side (system) bus speed of 1333/1066 MHz Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel 5100/ICH9R chipset BIOS 8 Mb Phoenix® Flash ROM Memory Capacity Six 240-pin DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of registered ECC DDR2667/533 SDRAM See the memory section in Chapter 5 for details.
SUPERSERVER 6015C-UR/6015C-U/6015C-NTR/6015C-NT User's Manual Expansion Slots 6015C-UR/6015C-U: Right side: one low-profile PCI-E x8 card Left side: a UIO card and one PCI-E x8 card 6015C-NTR/6015C-NT: Right side: one low-profile PCI-E x8 card Left side: two PCI-E x8 cards Serverboard X7DCU (Proprietary form factor) Dimensions: 8 x 13 in (203 x 330 mm) Chassis 6015C-UR/6015C-NTR: SC815TQ-R650U Form Factor: 1U rackmount 6015C-U/6015C-NT: SC815TQ-560U Form Factor: 1U rackmount Dimensions: (WxHxD) 17 x 1.
Appendix C: System Specifications 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: 8% to 90% (non-condensing) Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (non-condensing) 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,
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