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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 7047R-3RF4+. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 7047R-3RF4+ is a high-end server based on the SC745TQ920B 4U tower/rackmountable chassis and the X9DR3-LN4F+ dual processor serverboard.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9DR3-LN4F+ serverboard, including the locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfiguring the serverboard. Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC745TQ-920B server chassis.
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SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ 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 Reset ............................................................................................................... 3-1 3-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................ 3-2 Power .............................................................................................................. 3-2 HDD................................................................................................................. 3-2 NIC1 .......
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 5-13 Installing Software ......................................................................................... 5-29 SuperDoctor III .............................................................................................. 5-30 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup 6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices .................................................................................. 6-1 Precautions ..........................................................................
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview The SuperServer 7047R-3RF4+ is a high-end server comprised of two main subsystems: the SC745TQ-R920B 4U/tower chassis and the X9DR3-LN4F+ 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 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 1-2 Serverboard Features The SuperServer 7047R-3RF4+ is built around the X9DR3-LN4F+, a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel C600 chipset and designed to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X9DR3-LN4F+. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset). Processors The X9DR3-LN4F+ supports single or dual Intel® Xeon E5-2600 Series processors.
Chapter 1: Introduction Rear I/O Ports The color-coded I/O ports include one COM port, a VGA port, four USB 2.0 ports (additional USB headers are included on the serverboard) and four gigabit Ethernet ports. A dedicated IPMI LAN port is also included. 1-3 Server Chassis Features The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC745TQ-R920B server chassis. System Power The SC745TQ-R920B features a redundant 920W power supply composed of two separate power modules.
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Chapter 1: Introduction 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. 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 your SuperServer 7047R-3RF4+ 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 7047R-3RF4+ 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 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 • 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 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 2-4 Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the system into a rack unit. Rack installation requires the use of the optional rackmount kit. If the system has already been mounted into a rack or if you are using it as a tower, you can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Chassis Rails You will need to remove the top cover and the feet to add rack rails to the chassis. First, remove the top and right covers (top and left covers when standing as a tower chassis) by first removing the screws that secure them to the chassis. Depress the button on the top (side if tower) of the chassis to release the cover and then pull the cover off. Then unscrew the four feet and remove them from the chassis (see Figure 2-2).
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Figure 2-3. Installing the Rails to the Chassis Installing the Rack Rails Determine where you want to place the SuperServer 7047R-3RF4+ in the rack. (See Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3.) Position the fixed rack rail/sliding rail guide assemblies at the desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing the inside of the rack. Screw the assembly securely to the rack using the brackets provided.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Server into the Rack You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack unit. The next step is to install the server into the rack. You should have two brackets in the rack mount kit. Install these first keeping in mind that they are left/right specific (marked with "L" and "R"). Then, line up the rear of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails.
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Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview The control panel on the 7047R-3RF4+ has several LEDs and two buttons. There are also two LEDs on each hard drive carrier. These LEDs keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system and the activity and health of specific components. 3-2 Control Panel Buttons There are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis: a power on/off button and a reset button.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 3-3 Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC745 chassis has six LEDs that provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take. Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply. This LED should normally be on when the system is operating.
Chapter 3: System Interface Information LED This LED will be solid blue when the UID function has been activated. When this LED flashes red, it indicates a fan failure. When red continuously it indicates an overheat condition, which may be caused by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room temperature being too warm. Check the routing of the cables and make sure all fans are present and operating normally. You should also check to make sure that the chassis covers are installed.
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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 7047R-3RF4+ 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 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual • This product may be connected to an IT power system. In all cases, make sure that the unit is also reliably connected to Earth (ground). • Serverboard Battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 4-1). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer (CR2032).
Chapter 4: System Safety • Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are excellent metal conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present. • After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure it to the rack unit with the retention screws after ensuring that all connections have been made.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 4-4 Operating Precautions ! Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 7047R3RF4+ 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. Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X9DR3-LN4F+ serverboard into the chassis, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are also described. A layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter for your reference. Remember to completely close the chassis when you have finished working with the serverboard to better cool and protect the system.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ 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 X9DR3-LN4F+ into the SC745TQ-R920B 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 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Figure 5-1. Control Panel Header Pins 20 19 Ground NMI x (Key) x (Key) Power On LED 3.3V HDD LED ID/UID/SW/3.3V Stby NIC1 Link LED NIC1 Activity LED NIC2 Link LED NIC2 Activity LED OH/Fan Fail LED Red + (Blue Cathode Power Fail LED 3.3V Ground Reset (Button) Ground Power (Button) 2 5-4 1 Rear I/O Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-5 Installing the Processor and Heatsink When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on ! the label area of the fan. Notes: Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, re- • moving or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 3. With the lever labeled 'Close 1st' fully retracted, gently push down on the 'Open 1st' lever to open the load plate. Lift the load plate to open it completely. WA RN IN G! OP EN 1st Gently push down to pop the load plate open. 4. Using your thumb and the index finger, remove the 'WARNING' plastic cap from the socket. 5. Use your thumb and index finger to hold the CPU by its edges. Align the CPU keys, which are semicircle cutouts, against the socket keys.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Warning: You can only install the CPU to the socket in one direction. Make sure that the CPU is properly inserted into the socket before closing the ! load plate. If it doesn't close properly, do not force it as it may damage your CPU. Instead, open the load plate again and double-check that the CPU is aligned properly. 7. With the CPU in the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that they are flush with the socket. Gently close the load plate.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die -- the required amount has already been applied to the heatsink. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the Motherboard's and the Heatsink Bracket underneath. 3. Screw in two diagonal screws (i.e., the #1 and the #2 screws) until just snug (-do not over-tighten the screws to avoid possible damage to the CPU.) 4.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 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 uninstall the heatsink to prevent damage done to the CPU or the CPU socket. 1. Unscrew the heatsink screws from the motherboard in the sequence as shown in the illustration below. 2. Gently wriggle the heatsink to loosen it from the CPU.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 5-6 Installing Memory CAUTION! Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM ! modules to prevent any possible damage. Memory Support The X9DR3-LN4F+ supports up to 768 GB of ECC registered DDR31600/1333/1066/800 SDRAM. Both 1.5V and 1.35V DIMMs are supported. For best performance, install pairs of memory modules of the same type and speed. Please refer to our web site for any updates to supported memory.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup DIMM Module Population Table Follow the table below when installing memory.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 5-7 Adding PCI Add-On Cards The 7047R-3RF4+ can accommodate up to six full-length, low-profile PCI add-on cards (four x16 cards, one x8 card and one x4 card in a x8 slot). Installing an Add-on Card 1. Begin by removing the shield for the PCI slot you wish to populate. 2. Fully seat the card into the slot, pushing down with your thumbs evenly on both sides of the card. 3. Finish by using a screw to secure the top of the card shield to the chassis.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-8 Serverboard Details Figure 5-4.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual X9DR3-LN4F+ Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 Clear CMOS See Section 5-10 JI2C1/JI2C2 SMB to PCI-E Slots Pins 2-3 (Normal) JP6 XDP (Extended Debug Port) Open (Disabled) JPB1 BMC Enable/Disbable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 LAN1/LAN2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPME1 ME Recovery Pins 2-3 (Normal) JPME2 Manufacture Mode Select Pins 2-3 (Normal) JPP0 JTAG Scan Pins 2-3 (CPU 1 on
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup JPW2/JPW3 12V 8-Pin Power Connectors JRK1 RAIDKey JSD1 SATA DOM (Device On Module) Power Connector JSTBY1 Standby Header JTPM1 TPM (Trusted Platform Module)/Port 80 LAN1/3, LAN2/4 G-bit Ethernet Ports 1/3, 2/4 (IPMI) LAN IPMI Dedicated LAN SAS 0~3, 4~7 Serial Attached SCSI Ports 0~3, 4~7 SP1 Onboard Buzzer (Internal Speaker) USB 0/1 Back Panel USB 0/1 USB 2/3 Back Panel USB 2/3 USB 4/5, USB 6/7 Front Panel Accessible USB Connections 4/5, 6/7 USB
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 5-9 Connector Definitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Power Connectors 13 +3.3V 1 +3.3V A 24-pin main power supply connector (JPW1) and two 8-pin CPU power 14 -12V 2 +3.3V 15 COM 3 COM connectors (JPW2/3) must be con- 16 PS_ON 4 +5V nected to the power supply. These 17 COM 5 COM power connectors meet the SSI EPS 18 COM 6 +5V 12V specification. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Power Fail LED PWR Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. See p. 5-4 and the table on the right for pin definitions. Pin# Definition 5 Vcc 6 Ground Information LED Connect an LED to the OH connection on pins 7 and 8 of JF1 for UID and to provide advanced warning of chassis overheating and fan fail. Refer to p. 5-4 and the table on the right for pin definitions.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Power On LED Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power On LED connector is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1 (use Pin# Definition JLED for a 3-pin connector). This 15 5V Stby connection is used to provide LED 16 Control indication of power being supplied to the system. See p. 5-4 and the table on the right for pin definitions. NMI Button NMI Button Pin Definitions (JF1) The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. See p.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chassis Intrusion Chassis Intrusion Pin Definitions The Chassis Intrusion header is designated JL1. Attach a chassis intrusion Pin# Definition cable from the chassis to inform you of 1 Intrusion Input a chassis intrusion when the chassis 2 Ground is opened Ethernet Ports Four Ethernet ports are located on the I/O backplane. A dedicated IPMI LAN port is also included to provide KVM support for IPMI 2.0. These ports accept RJ45 type cables.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Type A USB Ports (USB9) Back Panel USB (USB 0/1/2/3) Pin# Universal Serial Bus (USB) There are four Universal Serial Bus ports located on the I/O panel. In addition, there is one Type A port and two Definitions Pin# Definition 1 +5V 1 Vcc 2 PO- 2 Data- 3 PO+ 3 Data+ 4 Ground 4 Ground 5 N/A 5 NA headers located on the serverboard. The headers can be used to provide USB Header Pin Definitions front side USB access (cables not included).
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup IPMB IPMB Header Pin Definitions A System Management Bus header for IPMI 2.0 is located at IPMB. Con- Pin# Definition 1 Data nect the appropriate cable here to use the IPMB I2C connection on your 2 Ground 3 Clock 4 No Connection system. IPMB I2C Header An SMB header for the IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) slot is designated J5. Connect the appropriate cable here to utilize this management feature on your system.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Unit Identifier Switch UID Switch The UID Switch is located next to the LAN 2/4 ports on the backplane. The Pin# Definition 1 Ground Rear UID LED (LE2) is located next 2 Ground to the UID switch. The control panel 3 Button In UID LED connection is on pins 7/8 of JF1. Connect a cable to pin 8 on JF1 4 Ground UID LED (LE2) Status for Front Panel UID LED indication.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-10 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. 3 2 1 3 2 1 Connector Pins Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square Jumper solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the serverboard layout pages for jumper locations.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual LAN Enable/Disable LAN Enable Jumper Settings JPL1 enables or disables the LAN ports on the motherboard. See the table on the right for jumper settings. Jumper Setting Definition 1-2 Enabled (default) The default setting is Enabled. 2-3 Disabled I2C Bus to PCI-Exp. Slots Jumpers JI2C1 and JI2C2 allow you I2C to PCI-E Slots Jumper Settings to connect the System Management Bus (I2C) to the PCI-Express slots. The default setting is pins 2-3 (Disabled.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Manufacturer's Mode Jumper JPME2 allows the user to flash the system firmware from a ME Mode Select Jumper Settings Jumper Setting host server in order to modify system Definition settings.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Watch Dog Enable/Disable Jumper JWD controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a system monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Jumping pins 1-2 will cause Watch Dog Jumper Settings WD to reset the system if an application hangs. Jumping pins 2-3 will generate a non-maskable interrupt Jumper Setting signal for the application that hangs.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-11 Onboard Indicators LAN LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA port) have two LEDs. On each JLAN1/2 LED (Connection Speed Indicator) port, the yellow LED flashes to indi- LED Color Definition cate activity while the other LED may Off NC or 10 Mbps be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection. See the table Green 100 Mbps Amber 1 Gbps on the right for the functions associated with the connection speed LED.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 5-12 SATA and SAS Ports Serial ATA Ports SATA Port Pin Definitions There are six Serial ATA Ports (ISATA0~I-SATA 5) located on the motherboard, including four SATA2 ports and two SATA3 ports. These ports provide serial-link signal connections, which are faster than Parallel ATA. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-13 Installing Software After the hardware has been installed, you should first install the operating system and then the drivers. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro CDs that came packaged with your motherboard. Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on paper to view the readme files for each item.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual SuperDoctor III The SuperDoctor® 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 SuperDoctor III program included on the CD-ROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system. SuperDoctor III displays crucial system information such as CPU temperature, system voltages and fan status.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: The SuperDoctor III program and User's Manual can be downloaded from the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/software/ SuperDoctorIII.cfm. For Linux, we recommend using SuperDoctor 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 simple maintenance on the SC745TQ-R920B chassis. Following the component installation steps in the order given will eliminate most common problems. If some steps are unnecessary, skip ahead to the step that follows. Refer to Chapter 2 for instructions on installing the system as a 4U rackmount. Tools Required: The only tool you will need is a Philips screwdriver.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis Front View Main Power System Reset USB Ports 5.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-2 Front Control Panel The front control panel must be connected to the JF1 connector on the serverboard to provide you with system status and alarm indications. A ribbon cable has bundled these wires together to simplify this connection. Connect the cable from JF1 on the serverboard (making sure the red wire plugs into pin 1) to the appropriate comnnector on the front control panel PCB (printed circuit board).
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 6-3 System Fans Three 8-cm chassis cooling fans (located in the center of the chassis) provide cooling airflow while two 8-cm exhaust fans expel hot air from the chassis. The chassis is also fitted with an air shroud to concentrate the flow of cooling air over the areas of highest generated heat. The fans should all be connected to headers on the serverboard (see Chapter 5). Each power supply module also has a cooling fan.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Removing the Air Shroud Under most circumstances you will not need to remove the air shroud to perform any service on the system. However, if you wish to temporarily remove it (the air shroud should always be in place when the system is operating), please follow this procedure. 1. Begin by depressing the tabs at the front and rear of the shroud to unlock it. 2. Lift the air shroud up and out of the chassis (see Figure 6-4). 3.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 6-4 Drive Bay Installation SAS/SATA Hard Drives A total of eight SAS or SATA drives may be housed in the SC745 chassis. The drive IDs are preconfigured as 0 through 7 in order from bottom to top (or from left to right if rackmounted). A bezel covers the drive area but does not need to be removed to access the drives; simply swing open the bezel. If you wish to remove the bezel piece, push on the three tabs on the inside of the left lip of the front chassis cover.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-5. Removing a Drive Carrier Figure 6-6. Mounting a Drive in a Carrier ! Important! Use extreme caution when working around the SAS/SATA backplane. Do not touch the backplane with any metal objects and make sure no cables touch the backplane or obstruct the airflow holes. SAS/SATA Backplane The SAS/SATA drives plug into a backplane.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Installing Components in the 5.25" Drive Bays The 7047R-3RF4+ has two 5.25" drive bays. DVD-ROM drives can be installed into these 5.25" drive bays. 1. First power down the system and then remove the top/left chassis cover to access the drive components. 2. With the cover off, remove the two or four screws that secure the drive carrier to the chassis (one side only) then push the entire empty drive carrier out from the back. Adding a DVD-ROM Drive 1.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-7.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual 6-5 Power Supply The SuperServer 7047R-3RF4+ has a redundant 920 watt power supply consisting of two power modules. Each power supply module has an auto-switching capability, which enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100V - 240V input voltage. Power Supply Failure 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 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup utility for the X9DR3-LN4F+/X9DRiLN4F+. It also provides the instructions on how to navigate the AMI BIOS Setup utility screens. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. Starting BIOS Setup Utility To enter the AMI BIOS Setup utility screens, press the key while the system is booting up. Note: In most cases, the key is used to invoke the AMI BIOS setup screen.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Note: For AMI UEFI BIOS Recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Recovery User Guide posted @http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/. 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.
Chapter 7: BIOS System Time This item displays the system time in HH:MM:SS format (e.g. 15:32:52). Supermicro X9DRi-LN4+/X9DR3-LN4+ Version This item displays the SMC version of the BIOS ROM used in this system. Build Date This item displays the date that the BIOS Setup utility was built. Memory Information Total Memory This displays the amount of memory that is available in the system.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual AddOn ROM Display Mode Use this item to set the display mode for the Option ROM. Select Keep Current to use the current AddOn ROM Display setting. Select Force BIOS to use the Option ROM display mode set by the system BIOS. The options are Force BIOS and Keep Current. Bootup Num-Lock Use this feature to set the Power-on state for the Numlock key. The options are Off and On.
Chapter 7: BIOS CPU Configuration This submenu displays the information of the CPU as detected by the BIOS. It also allows the user to configuration CPU settings. Socket 1 CPU Information/Socket 2 CPU Information This submenu displays the following information regarding the CPUs installed in Socket 1/ Socket 2.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Clock Spread Spectrum Select Enable to enable Clock Spectrum support, which will allow the BIOS to monitor and attempt to reduce the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components whenever needed. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Hyper-threading Select Enabled to support Intel Hyper-threading Technology to enhance CPU performance. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Active Processor Cores Set to Enabled to use a processor's second core and above.
Chapter 7: BIOS DCU IP Prefetcher Select Enabled for DCU (Data Cache Unit) IP Prefetcher support, which will prefetch IP addresses to improve network connectivity and system performance. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual CPU C3 Report (Available when Power Technology is set to Custom) Select Enabled to allow the BIOS to report the CPU C3 State (ACPI C2) to the operating system. During the CPU C3 State, the CPU clock generator is turned off. The options are Enabled and Disabled. CPU C6 Report (Available when Power Technology is set to Custom) Select Enabled to allow the BIOS to report the CPU C6 State (ACPI C3) to the operating system.
Chapter 7: BIOS Short Duration Power Limit This item displays the time period during which short duration power is maintained. Chipset Configuration North Bridge This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel North Bridge. Integrated IO Configuration Intel VT-d Select Enabled to enable Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d by reporting the I/O device assignments to the VWM (Virtual Working Memory) through the DMAR ACPI Tables.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual CPU1 Slot3 PCI-E 3.0 x16 Link Speed This feature allows the user to set the PCI-Exp bus speed for the slot specified above. The options are Gen1 (Generation 1), Gen2 and Gen3. CPU1 Slot1 PCI-E 3.0 x16 Link Speed This feature allows the user to set the PCI-Exp bus speed for the slot specified above. The options are Gen1 (Generation 1), Gen2 and Gen3.
Chapter 7: BIOS QPI Link Frequency Select Use this feature to select the desired QPI frequency. The options are Auto, 6.4 GT/s, 7.2 GT/s, and 8.0 GT/s. DIMM Configuration This section displays the following DIMM information. Current Memory Mode This item displays the current memory mode. Current Memory Speed This item displays the current memory speed. Mirroring This item displays if memory mirroring is supported by the motherboard.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual DDR Speed Use this feature to force a DDR3 memory module to run at a frequency other than what is specified in the specification. The options are Auto, Force DDR3800, Force DDR3-1066, Force DDR3-1333, Force DDR3-1600 and Force SPD. Channel Interleaving This feature selects from the different channel interleaving methods. The options are Auto, 1 Way, 2 Way, 3, Way, and 4 Way. Rank Interleaving This feature allows the user to select a rank memory interleaving method.
Chapter 7: BIOS South Bridge Configuration This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel PCH chip. PCH Information This feature displays the following PCH information. Name: This item displays the name of the PCH chip. Stepping: This item displays the status of the PCH stepping. USB Devices: This item displays the USB devices detected by the BIOS. All USB Devices This feature enables all USB ports/devices. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual SATA Mode Use this feature to configure SATA mode for a selected SATA port. The options are Disabled, IDE Mode, AHCI Mode and RAID Mode. The following are displayed depending on your selection: IDE Mode The following items are displayed when IDE Mode is selected: SATA (Serial-ATA) Controller 0~1 Use this feature to activate or deactivate the SATA controller, and set the compatibility mode. The options for Controller 0 are Enhanced and Compatible.
Chapter 7: BIOS SCU (Storage Control Unit) Configuration Storage Controller Unit Select Enabled to enable PCH SCU storage devices. The options are Disabled and Enabled. OnChip SCU Option ROM Select Enabled to support the onboard SCU Option ROM to boot up the system via a storage device. The options are Disabled and Enabled. SCU Port 0~SCU Port 7: The AMI BIOS will automatically detect the onboard SCU devices and display the status of each SCU device as detected.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Maximum Read Request Select Auto to allow the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum Read Request size for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance. The options are Auto, 128 Bytes, 256 Bytes, 512 Bytes, 1024 Bytes, 2048 Bytes, and 4096 Bytes. ASPM Support This feature allows the user to set the Active State Power Management (ASPM) level for a PCI-E device. Select Force L0 to force all PCI-E links to operate at L0 state.
Chapter 7: BIOS Super IO Configuration Super IO Chip: This item displays the Super IO chip used in the motherboard. Serial Port 1 Configuration Serial Port Select Enabled to enable a serial port specified by the user. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Device Settings This item displays the settings of Serial Port 1. Change Settings Use this feature to set the optimal Environment_Control_Interface (PECI) setting for a serial port specified.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Serial Port Console Redirection • COM 1/COM 2 These two submenus allow the user to configure the following Console Redirection settings for a COM Port specified by the user. Console Redirection Select Enabled to use a COM Port selected by the user for Console Redirection. The options are Enabled and Disabled. The default setting for COM1 is Disabled, and for COM2 is Enabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Stop Bits A stop bit indicates the end of a serial data packet. Select 1 Stop Bit for standard serial data communication. Select 2 Stop Bits if slower devices are used. The options are 1 and 2. Flow Control This feature allows the user to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop sending data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual ACPI Setting Use this feature to configure Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) power management settings for your system. ACPI Sleep State Use this feature to select the ACPI State when the system is in sleep mode. Select S1 (CPU_Stop_Clock) to erase all CPU caches and stop executing instructions. Power to the CPU(s) and RAM is maintained, but RAM is refreshed. Select Suspend to use power-reduced mode.
Chapter 7: BIOS Pending Operation: This item displays the status of a pending operation. Current Status Information: This item displays the information regarding the current TPM status. TPM Enable Status This item displays the status of TPM Support to indicate if TPM is currently enabled or disabled. TPM Active Status This item displays the status of TPM Support to indicate if TPM is currently active or deactivated. TPM Owner Status This item displays the status of TPM Ownership.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Intel ME Subsystem Configuration This feature displays the following ME Subsystem Configuration settings. • ME BIOS Interface Version • ME Version iSCSI Configuration: This item displays iSCSI configuration information: iSCSI Initiator Name: This item displays the name of the iSCSI Initiator, which is a unique name used in the world. Intel® I350 Gigabit Network Connections: These items display the following information on the Intel I350 LAN connections.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-3 Event Logs Use this feature to configure Event Log settings. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings This feature allows the user to configure SMBIOS Event settings. Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Logging during system boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Runtime Error Logging Support Select Enabled to support Runtime Error Logging. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Erasing Settings Erase Event Log Select Enabled to erase the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Log, which is completed before a event logging is initialized upon system reboot. The options are No and Yes. When Log is Full Select Erase Immediately to immediately erase SMBIOS error event logs that exceed the limit when the SMBIOS event log is full. Select Do Nothing for the system to do nothing when the SMBIOS event log is full.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-4 IPMI Use this feature to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. IPMI Firmware Revision This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. IPMI Status This item indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system. System Event Log Enabling/Disabling Options SEL Components Select Enabled for all system event logging at bootup. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual When SEL is Full This feature allows the user to decide what the BIOS should do when the system event log is full. Select Erase Immediately to erase all events in the log when the system event log is full. The options are Do Nothing and Erase Immediately. Customize EFI Logging Options Log EFI Status Codes Select Enabled to log EFI (Extensible Firmware Interface) Status Codes, Error Codes or Progress Codes. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Gateway IP Address This item displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.253). 7-5 Boot This submenu allows the user to configure the following boot settings for the system. CSM Support Select Enabled to support the EFI Compatibility Support Module (CSM), which provides compatibility support for traditional legacy BIOS for system boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Network Devices Boot Option #1 This item displays the first boot device. Delete Boot Options Delete Boot Option This item allows the user to select a boot device to delete from the boot priority list. Select UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell to delete it from the boot priority list which will prevent system boot from the UEFI Shell. The options are Select One to Delete and UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-7 Save & Exit This submenu allows the user to configure the Save and Exit settings for the system. 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. Select Discard Changes and Exit, and press .
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Discard Changes Select this feature and press to discard all the changes and return to the BIOS setup. When the dialog box appears, asking you if you want to load previous values, click Yes to load the values previous saved, or click No to keep the changes you've made so far. Restore Optimized Defaults Select this feature and press to load the optimized default settings that help optimize system performance.
Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed at each system boot, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue to boot. The error messages normally appear on the screen. Fatal errors will not allow the system to continue with bootup procedure. If a fatal error occurs, you should consult with your system manufacturer for possible repairs.
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Appendix B: System Specifications Appendix B System Specifications Processors Single or dual Intel® Xeon E5-2600 Series processors Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel C600 chipset BIOS 32 Mb AMI® SPI Flash ROM Memory Capacity Twenty-four DIMM sockets supporting up to 768 GB of registered ECC DDR31333/1066/800 SDRAM Note: see Section 5-6 for details.
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ User's Manual Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 70 lbs. (31.8 kg.
Appendix B: System Specifications Notes B-3
SUPERSERVER 7047R-3RF4+ 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.
