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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 6026TT-BT(R) F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F 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 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F. Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X8DTT-F/X8DTT-IBXF/X8DTT-IBQF serverboard, including the locations and functions of connectors, headers and jumpers.
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SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F 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 Removing the Protective Film ......................................................................... 2-4 2-4 Rack Mounting Instructions ............................................................................. 2-5 Separating the Sections of the Rack Rails ..................................................... 2-5 Installing the Inner Rail Extensions ................................................................ 2-6 Outer Rack Rails .................................................
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 5-11 Configuring Supero Doctor III ....................................................................... 5-20 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup 6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices .................................................................................. 6-1 Precautions ..................................................................................................... 6-1 Unpacking ..............................................................
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview The SuperServer 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F is a "2U Twin2" server comprised of the SC827B-(R)1400B 2U chassis and four X8DTT-F/X8DTT-IBXF/ X8DTT-IBQF serverboards. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the 6026TT (www.supermicro.com). In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components may have been included with the system, as listed below.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 1-2 Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 6026TT are four X8DTT-F/X8DTT-IBXF/X8DTTIBQF dual processor serverboards, which are based on Intel's 5520 (North Bridge) + ICH10R (South Bridge) chipset. (For OEM only, the Intel 5500 is also available for the North Bridge portion of the chipset.) Below are the main features of the serverboards. Note that the features on each board are quadrupled for the server, which includes four nodes.
Chapter 1: Introduction Onboard Controllers/Ports Onboard I/O backpanel ports on each serverboard include one COM port, a VGA port, two USB ports, a dedicated IPMI LAN port and two Gigabit LAN (NIC) ports. An InfiniBand port is also included on the X8DTT-IBXF/X8DTT-IBQF serverboards (the 6026TT-BIBX(R)F and 6026TT-BIBQ(R)F only). There are four sets of I/O ports included in the server (one set for each serverboard).
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual #2 #1 #1 C #2 D A B CPU#1 F C Port1 QSFP E CPU#2 MT25408 Connect-X IB PCI-E Gen2/DDR or QDR E F Kawela Ports 3,4 Intel Ports 5,6 PCI-E x16 Port0 Ports 2,1 #1 D DDR3 DIMM DDR3 DIMM B #1 #1 #2 #2 A DDR3 DIMM #2 #2 RJ45 RJ45 5520 Ports 7,8,9,10 ESI CLINK SST25 VF016 SPI PE5 DMI CLINK ICH10R PE4-1 SATA DDR II PCI LPCIO W83527 ACPI KBC WBD BMC/VGA VGA LPC SATA #1 SATA #2 SATA #3 SATA #4 SATA #5 SATA #6 RTL8201N P
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-3 Server Chassis Features The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC827B-(R)1400B 2U chassis. Details on the chassis can be found in Chapter 6. System Power When configured as a SuperServer 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F, the SC827B-(R)1400B includes a single 1400W power supply, which provides power to all four serverboards (nodes). An additional 1400W power supply module (not included) may be installed to provide redundant power.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 1-4 2U Twin2: System Notes As a 2U Twin2 configuration, the 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F is a unique server system. With four system boards incorporated into a single chassis acting as four separate nodes, there are several points you should keep in mind. Nodes Each of the four serverboards act as a separate node in the system. As independant nodes, each may be powered off and on without affecting the others.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-5 Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands Tel: +31 (0) 73-6400390 Fax: +31 (0) 73-6416525 Email: sales@supermicro.
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Chapter 2: Server Installation Chapter 2 Server Installation 2-1 Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get the 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/ BIBQ(R)F up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time. This quick setup assumes that your system has come to you with the processors and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a serverboard, processors, system memory etc.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Choosing a Setup Location • Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door completely (~25 inches). • • Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing. This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like).
Chapter 2: Server Installation • Allow the hot plug 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. • Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking the chassis airflow. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Removing the Protective Film Before operating the SC827 chassis for the first time, it is important to remove the protective film covering the top of the chassis, in order to allow for proper ventilation and cooling. Removing the Protective Film 1. Peel off the protective film covering the top cover and the top of the chassis 2. Check that all ventilation openings on the top cover and the top of the chassis are clear and unobstructed.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 2-4 Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the SC827 chassis into a rack unit with the quick-release rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using. Note: This rail will fit a rack between 26" and 33.5" deep.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Installing the Inner Rail Extensions The SC827 chassis includes a set of inner rails in two sections: inner rails and inner rail extensions. The inner rails are pre-attached to the chassis, and do not interfere with normal use of the chassis if you decide not to use a server rack. The inner rail extension is attached to the inner rail to mount the chassis in the rack. Installing the Inner Rails 1.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 13 1 12 Figure 2-4: Assembling the Outer Rails Outer Rack Rails Outer rails attach to the rack and hold the chassis in place. The outer rails for the SC827 chassis extend between 30 inches and 33 inches. Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack 1. Secure the back end of the outer rail to the rack, using the screws provided. 2. Press the button where the two outer rails are joined to retract the smaller outer rail. 3.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 1 Figure 2-5: Installing Into the Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack 1. Extend the outer rails as illustrated above. 2. Align the inner rails of the chassis with the outer rails on the rack. 3. Slide the inner rails into the outer rails, keeping the pressure even on both sides. When the chassis has been pushed completely into the rack, it should click into the locked position. 4.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the system in the rack, you will need to access the inside of the nodes to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made. Accessing the Inside of a Node (Figure 2-6) 1. To remove a node, first push the two latches (located near the handles) inward. 2. Grasp the handles and pull the node out from the rear of the chassis. 3.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 2-6 Preparing to Power On Next, you should check to make sure the SATA drives and SATA backplane have been properly installed and all connections have been made. Checking the SATA drives 1. The SATA disk drives are accessable from the front of the server and can be installed and removed from the front of the chassis without removing the top chassis cover. 2.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-6.
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Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview There are LEDs on the control panels and on the 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 each control panel. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate response you may need to take.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 3-3 Control Panel LEDs In addition to the LEDs built into the power and UID buttons, each of the four control panels located on the front of the SC827B-(R)1400B chassis has two LEDs that provide you with critical information related their own node. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take. Overheat/Fan Fail When this LED is solid on it indicates an overheat condition.
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 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F 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 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F 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. • DVD-ROM Laser: CAUTION - this server may have come equipped with a DVD-ROM drive.
Chapter 4: System Safety • After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up 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 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 4-4 Operating Precautions ! Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 6026TTBT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F 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. Installing the Onboard Battery LITHIUM BATTERY BATTERY HOLDER ! Please handle used batteries carefully.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X8DTT-F/X8DTT-IBXF/X8DTTIBQF serverboard into the SC827B-(R)1400B 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 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Unpacking The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid electrostatic discharge. When unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected. 5-2 I/O Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification. See Figure 5-1 below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Figure 5-1. I/O Ports 1 4 5 6 7 9 2 3 8 1. Dedicated IPMI LAN 6. COM1 Port 2. USB Port 1 7.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-3 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. Notes: • Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual CPU 1. After removing the plastic cap, use your thumb and the index finger to hold the CPU at the north and south center edges. 2. Align the CPU key (the semi-circle cutout) with the socket key (the notch below the gold color dot on the side of the socket). CPU Socket 3. Once the CPU and the socket are aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down into the socket.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing a CPU Heatsink 1. Remove power from the system and unplug the AC power cord from the power supply. 2. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; Screw #1 Screw #2 the required amount has already been applied. 3. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the (preinstalled) heatsink retention mechanism. Screw #1 4. Screw in two diagonal screws (i.e.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Removing the Heatsink Warning! We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to uninstall the heatsink, please ! follow the instructions below to prevent damage to the CPU or the CPU socket. 1. Remove power from the system and unplug the AC power cord from the power supply. 2.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-4 Installing Memory CAUTION! Exercise extreme care when installing or removing ! DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Memory Support Each X8DTT-F/X8DTT-IBXF/X8DTT-IBQF has twelve 240-pin DIMM sockets that can support up to 96 GB of registered ECC DDR3-1333/1066/800 SDRAM (384 GB for the system). Alternatively, up to 24 GB of unbuffered DIMMs per node (serverboard) may be used. Note: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended DIMMs.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual DIMM Population Table DIMM Slots per Channel DIMMs Populated per Channel DIMM Type (Reg.= Registered) Speeds (in MHz) Ranks per DIMM (any combination; SR=Single Rank, DR=Dual Rank, QR=Quad Rank) 2 1 Reg. DDR3 ECC 800,1066,1333 SR, DR 2 1 Reg. DDR3 ECC 800,1066, QR 2 2 Reg. DDR3 ECC 800,1066,1333 SR, DR 2 2 Reg. DDR3 ECC 800,1066 SR, DR, QR Figure 5-2.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Due to the memory allocation to system devices, the amount of memory that remains available for operational use will be reduced when 4 GB of RAM is used. The reduction in memory availability is disproportional. Refer to the table below.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 5-6 Serverboard Details Figure 5-3. X8DTT Series Serverboard Layout VGA COM1 LE4 USB0/1 LEB2 LEB1 SW1 JNMI1 InfiniBand LE2 LAN2 LAN1 Connector JWD1 IPMI_LAN IPMB JPG1 JSPK1 PHY Winbond InfiniBand Controller WPCM450 LAN Controller JPL1 USB2/3 JWOL1 JLPC80 JBT1 PCI-E 2.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X8DTT-F/X8DTT-IBXF/X8DTT-IBQF Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear (See Section 5-8) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 LAN1/2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JWD1 Watch Dog Enable/Disable/Reset Pins 1-2 (Reset) Connector Description COM1 COM1 Serial Port FAN 1-4 System/CPU Fan Headers InfiniBand InfiniBand Port (X8DTT-IBXF/X8DTT-IBQF only) IPMB IPMB Header (for an IPMI Card) PWR I2C Power Supply SM
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 5-7 Connector Definitions ATX Power 20-pin Connector Pin Definitions (ATX Power 1/2) ATX Power Connector The main ATX power supply connectors on the X8DTT-F/X8DTT-IBXF/ X8DTT-IBQF are proprietary 20-pin connections. Refer to the table on the right for the pin definitions. Only one of the two ATX power connectors from each serverboard should be connected to the power supply.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Overheat/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/UID LED OH/Fan Fail/ PWR Fail/Blue_UID LEDPin Definitions (JF1) Pins 7 and 8 of JF1 are for the Over- Pin# Definition heat/Fan Fail/Power Fail and UID 7 Blue UID LED/5.5V.SB LED connections. The red LED (pin 8) provides warnings of overheat, 8 OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/Red UID LED fan failure or power failure. The blue LED (pin 7) is for the UID LED indicator for the control panel UID button.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Power On LED The Power On LED connector is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. This Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition indication of power being supplied to 15 5V Stby the system. See the table on the right for pin definitions. 16 Control connection is used to provide LED NMI Button NMI Button Pin Definitions (JF1) The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 Pin# Definition of JF1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Serial Ports Serial Port Pin Definitions (COM) One serial port is included on the serverboard. The COM port is located Pin # Definition Pin # Definition beside the VGA port. See the table on 1 DCD 6 DSR the right for pin definitions. 2 RXD 7 RTS 3 TXD 8 CTS 4 DTR 9 RI 5 Ground 10 NC Note: NC indicates no connection. SGPIO Header Two SGPIO (Serial General Purpose Input/Output) headers are included on the serverboard.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 5-8 Jumper Settings To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. 3 2 1 3 2 1 Connector Pins Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the serverboard Jumper layout pages for jumper locations.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup LAN1/LAN2 Enable/Disable LAN1/2 Enable/Disable Jumper Settings (JPL1) Change the setting of jumper JPL1 to enable or disable the LAN1 and LAN2 Jumper Setting Definition ports. See the table on the right for Pins 1-2 Enabled jumper settings. The default setting Pins 2-3 Disabled is enabled.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 5-9 Onboard Indicators LAN1/LAN2 LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the COM port) have two LEDs. On each Gb LAN port, one LED indicates activity when blinking while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-10 Installing Additional 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 Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on the paper to view the readme files for each item.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 5-11 Configuring 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 the SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your serverboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 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 that you use Supero Doctor II.
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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 SC827B-(R)1400B chassis. For component installation, follow the steps in the order given to eliminate the most common problems encountered. If some steps are unnecessary, skip ahead to the step that follows. The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Philips screwdriver.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis Front View Node B Control Panel Node D Control Panel SATA Drives Node A Control Panel Node C Control Panel Figure 6-2.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Fan Configuration In the 2U Twin2, each node (serverboard) controls the two fans that reside on its side of the chassis. This means that two nodes will share control for two fans. If the fan speed settings in BIOS are different for these two nodes, the BIOS setting with the higher fan speed will apply. In the event that one of the serverboard drawers is removed, then the remaining node/serverboard will operate both fans.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual 6-4 Hard Drive Installation/Removal Overview The hard drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airflow for the system. For this reason, even empty carriers without drives installed must remain in the chassis.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-3. Removing a Dummy Drive Tray 1 1 Figure 6-4. Mounting a Hard Drive in a Carrier Hard Drive 12 12 Drive Tray Installing/Removing Hot-swap Drives 1. To remove a carrier, push the release button located beside the drive LEDs. 2. Swing the handle fully out and use it to pull the unit straight out (see Figure 6-5).
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Figure 6-5. Removing a Hard Drive Figure 6-6. Drives and Nodes: Logical Configuration No de No B de A No de No D de C A B C D Note: see Figure 6-1 for the locations of the control panels that are associated with each node.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-5 Node Installation/Removal As with any server system, power must be removed from the serverboard when upgrading or installing memory or processors. In the 2U Twin2 server, the serverboards (nodes) are capable of being hot-swapped from the chassis, allowing one to be powered down for servicing while the others continue operating. Important! Removing a node from the server affects the airflow throughout the system.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Figure 6-7. Removing a System Node 3 2 2 6-6 Installing the Air Shrouds Air Shrouds Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The SC827 chassis air shroud does not require screws to set up. Four identical air shrouds are required, one in each serverboard drawer. Installing an Air Shroud 1. Confirm that all four fans are in place and working properly 2. Place the first air shroud into the serverboard drawer.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-7 Power Supply The SuperServer 6026TT-BTF/6026TT-BIBXF/6026TT-BIBQF has a single 1400 watt power supply (you may add an additional power supply module for redundancy). The power supply module has an auto-switching capability, which enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100V - 240V input voltage. Power Supply Failure: Single Power Supply Module If the power supply module fails, the system will shut down and you will need to replace the module.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Power Supply Failure: Redundant Power (Two Modules) The SuperServer 6026TT-BTRF/6026TT-BIBXRF/6026TT-BIBQRF has two 1400 watt power supply modules to provide redundant power for the system. If either of the two power supply modules fail, the other module will take the full load and allow the system to continue operation without interruption.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-8.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Notes 6-12
Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X8DTT/-F/-IBX/-IBXF/IBQ/-IBQF. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility setup screens. Starting BIOS Setup Utility To enter the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screens, press the key while the system is booting up.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual Starting the Setup Utility Normally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup screens. An AMI BIOS identification string is displayed at the left bottom corner of the screen below the copyright message.
Chapter 7: BIOS Supermicro X8DTT/-F/-IBX/-IBXF/-IBQ/-IBQF • BIOS Build Version: This item displays the BIOS revision used in your system. • • BIOS Build Date: This item displays the date when this BIOS was completed. AMI BIOS Core Version: This item displays the revision number of the AMI BIOS Core upon which your BIOS was built. Processor The AMI BIOS will automatically display the status of the processor used in your system: • CPU Type: This item displays the type of CPU used in the motherboard.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual 7-3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit to access the submenu items: XBOOT Features Quick Boot If Enabled, this option will skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time needed for system boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Quiet Boot This option allows the bootup screen options to be modified between POST messages or the OEM logo. Select Disabled to display the POST messages.
Chapter 7: BIOS Hit 'Del' Message Display This feature displays "Press DEL to run Setup" during POST. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Enabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture" Interrupt 19 at boot and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual C1E Support Select Enabled to use the feature of Enhanced Halt State. C1E significantly reduces the CPU's power consumption by reducing the CPU's clock cycle and voltage during a "Halt State." The options are Disabled and Enabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS tion and heat dissipation. Please refer to Intel’s web site for detailed information. The options are Disable (Disable GV3) and Enable (Enable GV3). Intel® TurboMode Technology Select Enabled to use the Turbo Mode to boost system performance. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Intel® C-STATE Tech If enabled, C-State is set by the system automatically to either C2, C3 or C4 state. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual QPI L0s and L1 This enables the QPI power state to low power. L0s and L1 are automatically selected by the motherboard. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Memory Frequency This feature forces a DDR3 frequency slower than what the system has detected. The available options are Auto, Force DDR-800, Force DDR-1066, Force DDR-1333. Memory Mode The options are Independent, Channel Mirror, Lockstep and Sparing.
Chapter 7: BIOS Guardband Temperature (For the Closed Loop only) This is the temperature which applies to the DIMM temperature threshold. Each step is in 0.5oC increment. The default is [006]. Press "+" or "-" on your keyboard to change this value. Inlet Temperature This is the temperature detected at the chassis inlet. Each step is in 0.5oC increment. The default is [070]. Press "+" or "-" on your keyboard to change this value. Temperature Rise This is the temperature rise to the DIMM thermal zone.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual Intel VT-d Select Enabled to enable Intel's Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d by reporting the I/O device assignments to VMM through the DMAR ACPI Tables. This feature offers fully-protected I/O resource-sharing across the Intel platforms, providing the user with greater reliability, security and availability in networking and data-sharing. The settings are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Hand-Off support. When enabled, the EHCI Interface will be changed from the BIOScontrolled to the OS-controlled. The options are Disabled and Enabled. XIDE/SATA Configuration When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the IDE devices and displays the following items: SATA#1 Configuration If Compatible is selected, it sets SATA#1 to legacy compatibility mode, while selecting Enhanced sets SATA#1 to native SATA mode.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual is not used. Block Mode allows transfers of up to 64 KB per interrupt. Select Disabled to allow data to be transferred from and to the device one sector at a time. Select Auto to allow data transfer from and to the device occur multiple sectors at a time if the device supports it. The options are Auto and Disabled. PIO Mode The IDE PIO (Programmable I/O) Mode programs timing cycles between the IDE drive and the programmable IDE controller.
Chapter 7: BIOS Select UDMA0 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 16.6 MBs. It has the same transfer rate as PIO mode 4 and Multi Word DMA mode 2. Select UDMA1 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 1. It has a data transfer rate of 25 MBs. Select UDMA2 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 33.3 MBs. Select UDMA3 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 3. It has a data transfer rate of 66.6 MBs.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual PCI IDE BusMaster When enabled, the BIOS uses PCI bus mastering for reading/writing to IDE drives. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Load Onboard LAN1 Option ROM/Load Onboard LAN2 Option ROM Select Enabled to enable the onboard LAN1 or LAN2 Option ROM. This is to boot computer using a network interface. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Redirection After BIOS POST Select Disabled to turn off Console Redirection after Power-On Self-Test (POST). Select Always to keep Console Redirection active all the time after POST. (Note: This setting may not be supported by some operating systems.) Select Boot Loader to keep Console Redirection active during POST and Boot Loader. The options are Disabled, Boot Loader, and Always. Terminal Type This feature allows the user to select the target terminal type for Console Redirection.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual and system cooling. In both the alarms above, please take immediate action as shown below. (See the notes on P. 4-18 for more information.) CPU Temperature/System Temperature This feature displays current temperature readings for the CPU and the System.
Chapter 7: BIOS Notes: The system may shut down if it continues for a long period to prevent damage to the CPU. The information provided above is for your reference only. For more information on thermal management, please refer to Intel’s Web site at www.Intel.com. System Temperature: The system temperature will be displayed (in degrees in Celsius and Fahrenheit) as it is detected by the BIOS.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual Select to Enabled to allow USB devices to wakeup from S3/S4 state. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS • SEL Entry Number • SEL Record ID • SEL Record Type • Timestamp, Generator ID • Event Message Format User • Event Sensor Type • Event Sensor Number, • Event Dir Type • Event Data. Clear BMC System Event Log This feature is used to clear the BMC System Event Log. Caution: Any cleared information is unrecoverable. Make absolutely sure that you no longer need any data stored in the log before clearing the BMC Event Log.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual Channel Number - Enter the channel number for the SET LAN Config command. This is initially set to [1]. Press "+" or "-" on your keyboard to change the Channel Number. Channel Number Status - This feature returns the channel status for the Channel Number selected above: "Channel Number is OK" or "Wrong Channel Number". XIP Address Configuration Enter the IP address for this machine. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.253).
Chapter 7: BIOS Use this feature to select the parameter of your IP Address configuration. IP Address The BIOS will automatically enter the IP address of this machine; however it may be over-ridden. IP addresses are 6 two-digit hexadecimal numbers (Base 16, 0 ~ 9, A, B, C, D, E, F) separated by dots. (i.e., 00.30.48.D0.D4.60). Current IP Address in BMC This item displays the current IP address used for your IPMI connection. XMAC Address Configuration Enter the Mac address for this machine.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual XSubnet Mask Configuration Subnet masks tell the network which subnet this machine belongs to. The value of each three-digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255. Parameter Selector Use this feature to select the parameter of your Subnet Masks configuration. Subnet Masks This item displays the current subnet masks setting for your IPMI connection.
Chapter 7: BIOS Specification for more information at www.intel.com. The options are No Delay, 30 sec, 60 sec, 1.5 min, 2.0 min. Startup Delay - This feature enables or disables startup delay. The options are Enabled and Disabled. PEF Startup Delay - This sets the pre-determined time to delay PEF after system power-ups and resets. Refer to Table 24.6 of the IPMI 1.5 Specification for more information at www.intel.com. The options are No Delay, 30 sec, 60 sec, 1.5 min, 2.0 min.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual 7-4 Security Settings The AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both passwords, the Supervisor password must be set first. Supervisor Password This item indicates if a supervisor password has been entered for the system. Clear means such a password has not been used and Set means a supervisor password has been entered for the system. User Password: This item indicates if a user password has been entered for the system.
Chapter 7: BIOS Clear User Password (Available only if User Password has been set) This item allows you to clear a user password after it has been entered. Password Check This item allows you to check a password after it has been entered. The options are Setup and Always. Boot Sector Virus Protection When Enabled, the AMI BOIS displays a warning when any program (or virus) issues a Disk Format command or attempts to write to the boot sector of the hard disk drive. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BTF/BIXF/BIQF User's Manual XHard Disk Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from all available hard disk drives. The settings are Disabled and a list of all hard disk drives that have been detected (i.e., 1st Drive, 2nd Drive, 3rd Drive, etc). • 1st Drive - [SATA: XXXXXXXXX] XRemovable Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available Removable Drives. The settings are 1st boot device, 2nd boot device, and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Save Changes and Exit When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave the BIOS Setup Utility and reboot the computer, so the new system configuration parameters can take effect. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press . Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer.
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Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process. The error messages normally appear on the screen. Fatal errors are those which will not allow the system to continue the boot-up procedure.
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Appendix B: Installing Windows Appendix B Installing Windows After all hardware components have been installed, you must first configure Intel South Bridge RAID Settings before you install the Windows OS and other software drivers. To configure RAID settings, please refer to RAID Configuration User Guides posted on our web site at www.supermicro.com/support/manuals. B-1 Installing Windows for a RAID System 1.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual B-2 Installing Windows for a Non-RAID System 1. Insert Microsoft's Windows XP/2003 Setup CD in the CD drive and the system will start booting up from CD. 2. Continue with the OS installation. The Windows OS Setup screen will display. 3. From the Windows XP/2003 Setup screen, press the key. The XP/2003 Setup will automatically load all device files and then continue with the Windows XP/2003 installation. 4.
Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Note: unless noted specifications apply to a complete system (four serverboards). Processors Eight Intel® 5500 Series processors in LGA1366 sockets Note: please refer to our website for details on supported processors.
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual Weight Gross Weight: 85 lbs. (38.6 kg.) System Cooling Four 8-cm PWM (Pulse Width Modulated) fans System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100 - 240V AC auto-range Rated Input Current: 11.5 - 5.
Appendix C: System Specifications Notes C-3
SUPERSERVER 6026TT-BT(R)F/BIBX(R)F/BIBQ(R)F User's Manual (continued from front) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.