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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 8015C-T. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 8015C-T is a high-end quad processor server based on the SC818TQ-1000 1U rackmount server chassis and the Super X7QCE serverboard.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7QCE serverboard, including the locations and functions of connectors, 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 SC818TQ-1000 1U rackmount server chassis.
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SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Serverboard Features ..................................................................................... 1-2 Processors ...................................................................................................... 1-2 Memory ......................................................................
Table of Contents Installing the Server into the Rack .................................................................. 2-6 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup .................................................................... 2-7 2-6 Preparing to Power On ................................................................................... 2-9 Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview .........................................................................................................
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 5-12 Floppy, IDE, and SATA Ports ........................................................................ 5-23 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup 6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices .................................................................................. 6-1 Precautions ..................................................................................................... 6-1 6-2 Control Panel .............................................................................
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview The SuperServer 8015C-T is a high-end server that is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC818TQ-1000 1U server chassis and the X7QCE quad Intel Xeon processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the SuperServer 8015C-T (www. supermicro.com).
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 1-2 Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 8015C-T lies the X7QCE, a quad processor serverboard based on the Intel 7300 chipset. Below are the main features of the X7QCE. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the 7300 chipset). Processors The X7QCE supports four Intel Xeon MP 7300/7200 sequence processors of the same type (it does not support 130W processors).
Chapter 1: Introduction The X7QCE 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. IPMI IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) is a hardware-level interface specification that provides remote access, monitoring and administration for Supermicro server platforms.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 1-3 Server Chassis Features The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC818TQ-1000 server chassis. System Power The SC818TQ-1000 features a 1000W high-efficiency power supply with I2C. Power must be removed from the system before servicing or replacing the power supply. SATA Subsystem The SC818TQ-1000 chassis was designed to support three SATA hard drives, which are hot-swappable units.
Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. Intel 7300 Chipset: System Block Diagram CPU0 VRD VR11 CPU0 VRD VR11 CPU0 VRD VR11 CPU 0 SOCKET P CPU 1 SOCKET P CPU 2 SOCKET P CPU 3 SOCKET P Xeon MP Xeon MP Xeon MP 1067 MT/S 8.5GB/S 1067 MT/S 8.5GB/S Xeon MP PCI-Ex16 Slot PCI-Ex8 (4GB/S) 1067 MT/S 8.5GB/S CPU0 VRD VR11 1067 MT/S 8.5GB/S Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T 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 8015C-T 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 8015C-T 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 8015C-T User's Manual 2-4 Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the 8015C-T 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. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.
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 8015C-T 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 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the 8015C-T 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 (see Figure 2-4) 1. First, release the retention screws that secure the system to the rack. 2. Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the system straight out until it locks (you will hear a "click"). 3.
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Chapter 2: Server Installation 2-6 Preparing to Power On 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. The SATA disk drives can be installed and removed from the front of the chassis without removing the top chassis cover.
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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 8015C-T User's Manual 3-3 Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC818TQ-1000 chassis has five LEDs. These LEDs provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take. Overheat/Fan Fail When this LED flashes it indicates a fan failure.
Chapter 3: System Interface Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating. 3-4 • • SATA Drive Carrier LEDs Green: Each Serial ATA drive carrier has a green LED. When illuminated, this green LED (on the front of the SATA drive carrier) indicates drive activity. A connection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed.
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Chapter 4: System Safety Chapter 4 System Safety 4-1 Electrical Safety Precautions ! Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SuperServer 8015C-T 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 8015C-T User's Manual • Serverboard Battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 4-1). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. • CD-ROM Laser: CAUTION - this server may have come equipped with a CDROM drive.
Chapter 4: System Safety • After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure it to the rack unit with the retention screws after ensuring that all connections have been made. 4-3 ESD Precautions ! Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical charges coming into contact with each other. An electrical discharge is created to neutralize this difference, which can damage electronic components and printed circuit boards.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 4-4 Operating Precautions ! Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 8015C-T is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Figure 4-1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X7QCE 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 8015C-T 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 X7QCE into the SC818TQ-1000 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 (ribbon) cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The ribbon 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 8015C-T User's Manual Figure 5-1. Control Panel Header Pins 20 19 Ground NMI x (Key) x (Key) Power On LED Vcc 5V Stby HDD LED Vcc 3V NIC1 LED Vcc 3V Stby NIC2 LED Vcc 3V Stby OH/Fan Fail LED Vcc 3V Reserved Reserved Ground Reset (Button) Ground Power (Button) 2 5-4 1 I/O Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification. See Figure 5-2 below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Figure 5-2.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-5 Installing the Processor and Heatsink Avoid placing direct pressure to the top of the processor package. Always ! remove the power cord first before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Notes: Always connect the power cord last and remove it before adding, removing or changing any components. Make sure to install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heat sink.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual CPU Installation 1. Lift the lever on the CPU socket completely as shown in the picture on the right; otherwise, you will damage the CPU socket when power is applied. Note: if multiple CPUs are installed,be sure to Socket lever install CPU1 first. 2. Insert the CPU in the socket, making sure that pin 1 of the CPU aligns with pin 1 of the socket (both corners are marked with a triangle). Note:When using only one CPU, install it into CPU socket #1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installation and Removal of the Heat Sink CEK Heat Sink Installation CEK Passive Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heat sink 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 retention mechanism. Screw #1 3. Screw in two diagonal screws (i.e.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T 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 X7QCE supports up to 192 GB fully buffered (FBD) ECC DDR2 667/533 in 24 DIMM slots (four channels, two branches). Single channel memory, two-way interleaved memory and four-way interleaved memory schemes are all supported. Using four-way interleaved memory will result in the best performance.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Figure 5-4. DIMM Installation DDR2 FBD DIMM To Install: Insert module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Pay attention to the bottom notches. To Remove: Use your thumbs to gently push each release tab outward to free the DIMM from the slot. 5-7 Adding PCI Add-On Cards The 8015C-T can accommodate one PCI-Express x8 card with the use of the CSERR1U-E16 riser card inserted into the PCI-E x16 slot. Installing an Add-on Card 1.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 5-8 Serverboard Details FAN7 JD1 LE1 Figure 5-5.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X7QCE Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting J10/J11 SMB to PCI Slots #3/#4/#5/#6 Pins 1/2 (Enabled) JBT1 CMOS Clear (See Section 5-10) JCF1 Compact Flash Card Master/Slave Pins 1-2 (Master) JP5 CPU PWR Select Off (150W for 2U) JP13 3rd Power Fail Detect Off (Disabled) JP14 TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Pins 1-2 (Force-Clear) JP15 Bypass On-Board PWR Fault Pins 1-2 (PWR LED On) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 GLAN
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 5-9 Connector Definitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions (JPW1) Pin# Definition Main ATX Power Supply Connector 13 +3.3V 1 +3.3V 14 -12V 2 +3.3V The primary power supply connector 15 COM 3 COM (JPW1) meets the SSI (Superset ATX) 24-pin specification. Refer to the table 16 PS_ON 4 +5V 17 COM 5 COM on the right for the pin definitions of 18 COM 6 +5V the ATX 24-pin power connector.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Overheat/Fan Fail LED (OH) Connect an LED to the OH connection on pins 7 and 8 of JF1 to provide advanced warning of chassis overheating. Refer to the table on the right for OH/Fan Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) OH/Fan Fail Indicator Status Pin# Definition State 7 Vcc Off Normal 8 Ground On Overheat Flashing Fan Fail pin definitions. Definition NIC2 (JLAN2) LED The LED connections for JLAN2 are on pins 9 and 10 of JF1.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Power On LED The Power On LED connector is located on pins 15 and 16 of JF1 (use Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition This 15 5V Stby connection is used to provide LED 16 Control JLED for a 3-pin connector). indication of power being supplied to the system. See the table on the right for pin definitions. NMI Button The non-maskable interrupt button header is located on pins 19 and 20 of JF1. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chassis Intrusion Chassis Intrusion Pin Definitions (JL1) The Chassis Intrusion header is designated JL1. Attach an appropriate Pin# Definition cable from the chassis to inform you 1 Intrusion Input of a chassis intrusion when the chas- 2 Ground sis is opened Wake-On-LAN Wake-On-LAN Pin Definitions (JWOL1) The Wake-On-LAN header is designated JWOL1 on the serverboard. Pin# Definition See the table on the right for pin 1 +5V Standby definitions.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Serial Ports Serial Port Pin Definitions (COM1/COM2) Two serial ports are included on the serverboard. COM1 is a backpanel Pin # Definition Pin # Definition port and COM2 is a header located 1 DCD 6 DSR near the onboard battery. See the 2 RXD 7 RTS table on the right for pin definitions. 3 TXD 8 CTS 4 DTR 9 RI 5 Ground 10 NC Power LED/Speaker On JD1 header, pins 1-3 are for a power LED and pins 4-7 are for the speaker.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Alarm Reset If three power supplies are installed, the system can notify you when any of Alarm Reset Header Pin Definitions (JAR) the three power modules fail. Connect JAR to a micro-switch to enable you Pin Setting Definition to turn off the alarm that is activated when a power module fails. See the Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 +5V table on the right for pin definitions.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Keylock Keylock Pin Definitions (JK1) The keyboard lock connection is designated JK1. Utilizing this header allows you to inhibit Pin# Definition any actions made on the keyboard, effectively 1 Ground "locking" it. 2 Keylock R-N IPMB Header Pin Definitions (J12) IPMB Header The IPMB Header of IPMI is designated J12. See the table on right for pin definitions.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS (which will also clear any passwords). Instead of pins, this jumper consists of contact pads to prevent accidentally clearing the contents of CMOS. To clear CMOS, 1. First power down the system and unplug the power cord(s). 2. With the power disconnected, short the CMOS pads with a metal object such as a small screwdriver. 3. Remove the screwdriver (or shorting device). 4. Reconnect the power cord(s) and power on the system.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Watch Dog Enable/Disable JWD controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a system monitor that Watch Dog Jumper Settings (JWD) Jumper Setting Definition can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Jumping pins 1-2 Pins 1-2 Reset Pins 2-3 NMI will cause WD to reset the system if an application hangs. Jumping pins 2-3 Open Disabled will generate a non-maskable interrupt signal for the application that hangs.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup I2C Bus to PCI-X/PCI-Exp. Slots Jumpers J10 and J11 allow you to connect the System Management Bus (I2C) I2C to PCI-X/PCI-E Slots Jumper Settings (J10/J11) to PCI-X/PCI-E slots 3/4/5/6. The default Jumper Setting Definition setting is Open (Disabled.) Both jumpers must be set to the same setting See the J10: Closed J11:Closed Enabled J10: Open J11: Open Disabled table on the right for jumper settings.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 5-11 Onboard Indicators GLAN1/2 LED (Connection Speed Indicator) GLAN1/2 LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA port) have two LEDs. On each port, one LED indicates activity LED Color Definition Off 10 MHz Green 100 MHz Amber 1 GHz while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection. See the table on the right for the functions associated with the connection speed LED.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-12 Floppy, IDE, and SATA Ports Use the following information to connect the IDE hard disk drive cables. • A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1. • The 80-wire ATA100/66 IDE hard disk drive cable that came with your system has two connectors to support two drives. This special cable should be used to take advantage of the speed this new technology offers.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual IDE Connectors There are two IDE Connectors (JIDE1: Blue, JIDE2: White) on the serverboard. JIDE1 is designated as the Primary IDE drive. JIDE2 is designated as the Secondary IDE drive and is reserved for Compact Flash Card use only. (See the note below.) See the table on the right for pin definitions. Note: JIDE2 (the white slot) is reserved for Compact Flash Card only. Do not use it for other devices.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the SC818TQ-1000 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 8015C-T User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis: Front and Rear Views Slim DVD-ROM Drive System LEDs SATA Drive Bays Power Supply Module USB Ports Mouse/Keyboard 6-2 COM1 Port System Reset Control Panel Main Power PCI Expansion Slot (w/ riser card) VGA Port Ethernet Ports Control Panel The control panel (located on the front of the chassis) must be connected to the JF1 connector on the serverboard to provide you with system status indications.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-3 System Fans Six 4-cm heavy duty counter-rotating fans provide the cooling for the 8015C-T. 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 8015C-T User's Manual Figure 6-2. System Cooling Fans 6-4 Drive Bay Installation 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 8015C-T User's Manual SATA Drive Installation Mounting a SATA drive in a drive carrier 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.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing/removing hot-swap SATA drives The SATA drive carriers are all easily accessible at the front of the chassis. These hard drives are hot-pluggable, meaning they can be removed and installed without powering down the system. To remove a carrier, push the release button located beside the drive LEDs. Then swing the colored handle fully out and use it to pull the unit straight out (see Figure 6-5).
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T 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 8015C-T accomodates only slim-line DVD-ROM drives. Side mounting brackets are needed to mount a slim-line DVD-ROM drive in the 8015C-T server. You must power down the system before installing or removing a floppy or DVDROM drive.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-5 Power Supply The SuperServer 8015C-T has a single 1000 watt power supply, which is autoswitching capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage. An amber light will be illuminated on the power supply when the power is off. An illuminated green light indicates that the power supply is operating. Power Supply Failure If the power supply unit fails, the system will shut down and you will need to replace the unit.
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Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS Setup Utility for the X7QCE. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated using a floppy disk-based program. Starting BIOS Setup Utility To enter the AMIBIOS Setup Utility screens, hit the key while the system is booting up. Note: In most cases, the key is used to invoke the AMIBIOS setup screen. There are a few cases when other keys are used, such as , , etc.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 7-2 Main Setup When you first enter the AMI BIOS Setup Utility, you will enter the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab at the top of the screen. The Main BIOS Setup screen is shown below. When you select the Main Setup, the following items will be automatically displayed: AMIBIOS Version/Build Date/ID Processors When you select this option, the AMI BIOS will automatically display the status of processors.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-3 Advanced Settings The Advanced Settings screen and submenus are listed below: Warning ! When you first enter the Advanced Setup screen, the Setup Warning will be displayed. Please follow the instruction and set the correct value for each item to ensure proper system setup. CPU Configuration Submenu Configure Advanced CPU Settings This feature displays the settings of the processor(s) installed in the system. Ratio CMOS Setting (Available when SpeedStep is disabled.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Intel Virtualization Technology (Available when supported by the OS and the CPU.) Select Enabled to use the feature of Virtualization Technology to allow one platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, creating multiple "virtual" systems in one physical computer. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Note: If there is any change to this setting, you will need to power off and restart the system for the change to take effect.
Chapter 7: BIOS Primary IDE Channel Master/Slave, Secondary IDE Channel Master/ Slave These settings allow the user to set the parameters of Primary IDE Channel Master/ Slave and Secondary IDE Channel Master/Slave slots. Hit to activate the following Submenu screen for detailed options of these items. Set the correct configurations accordingly. The items included in the Submenu are the following: Type This feature allows the user to select the type of device connected to the system.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual DMA Mode Select Auto to allow the BIOS to automatically detect the DMA mode. Use this value if the IDE disk drive support cannot be determined. Select SWDMA0 to allow the BIOS to use Single Word DMA mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 2.1 MBs. Select SWDMA1 to allow the BIOS to use Single Word DMA mode 1. It has a data transfer rate of 4.2 MBs. Select SWDMA2 to allow the BIOS to use Single Word DMA mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 8.3 MBs.
Chapter 7: BIOS Floppy Configuration This option allows the user to configure the settings for the Floppy Drives installed in the system. Floppy A/Floppy B Move the cursor to these fields via the up and down arrow keys to select the floppy type. The options are Disabled, 360 KB 5 1/4", 1.2 MB 5 1/4", 720 KB 3½", 1.44 MB 3½”, and 2.88 MB 3½". PCI/PnP Configuration This feature allows the user to set the PCI/PnP configurations for the following items: Clear NVRAM Select Yes to clear NVRAM during system boot.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Offboard PCI/ISA IDE Card This option allows the user to assign a PCI slot number to an off-board PCI/ISA IDE card in order for it to function properly. The options are Auto, PCI Slot1, PCI Slot2, PCI Slot3, PCI Slot4, PCI Slot5, and PCI Slot6. IRQ3/IRQ4/IRQ5/IRQ7/IRQ9/IRQ10/IRQ11/IRQ14/IRQ15 This feature specifies the availability of an IRQ to be used by a PCI, PnP device. Select Reserved for an IRQ to be used by a Legacy ISA device. The options are Available and Reserved.
Chapter 7: BIOS NorthBridge Configuration This feature allows the user to configure the NorthBridge Chipset settings. Crystal Beach/DMA This feature uses the Intel I/O AT (Acceleration Technology) to accelerate the performance of TOE devices. Note: A TOE device is a specialized, dedicated processor that is installed on an add-on card or a network card to handle some or all packet processing of this add-on card. For this motherboard, the TOE device is built inside the ESB 2 South Bridge chip.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual FBD Thermal Throttle Mode Select Enabled to use the feature of closed-loop thermal throttling on a fully buffered (FBD) memory module. If Enabled, thermal throttling will be activated when the temperature of an FBD module reaches a predefined threshold. The default setting is Enabled. Clock Spectrum Feature If Enabled, the BIOS will monitor the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components and will attempt to decrease the interference whenever needed.
Chapter 7: BIOS USB2 Controller Select Enabled to activate the onboard USB2 controller. The options are Enabled and Disabled. SLP_S4# Minimum Assertion Width This setting allows the user to select a desired length of time to be used as the SLP_S4# Min. Assertion Width. The options are 4-5 Sec., 3-4 Sec., 2-3 Sec. and 1-2 Sec. Restore on AC Power Loss This setting allows you to decide how the system will react when power returns after an unexpected power loss.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Event Log Configuration Highlight this item and press to view the contents of the event log. View Event Log This feature allows the user to view all unread events. Mark All Events as Read Highlight this item and press to mark the DMI events as read. Clear Event Log This setting will clear all event logs when set to OK. The options are OK and Cancel. ECC Event Logging This setting allows you to Enable or Disable ECC event logging.
Chapter 7: BIOS USB Mass Storage Device Configuration This feature allows the user to configure the USB Mass Storage Device settings. USB Mass Storage Device Reset Delay This feature allows the user to set the time needed for the system to detect a specific USB Mass Storage Device before it executes the next command. The options are 10 Seconds, 20 Seconds, 30 Seconds, and 40 Seconds. Emulation Type This feature allows the user to confi gure the emulation type for the USB Mass Storage Device.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Chipset ACPI Configuration High Precision Event Time Select Enabled to activate the High Precision Event Timer (HPET), which is capable of producing periodic interrupts at a much higher frequency than a Real-time Clock (RTC) can in synchronizing multimedia streams, providing smooth playback and reducing the dependency on other timestamp calculation devices, such as an x86 RDTSC Instruction embedded in a CPU.
Chapter 7: BIOS Advanced Resume Event Control Resume On Ring If set to Enabled, the system will be "awakened" when the modem receives an incoming call. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Resume On PME# Select Enabled to allow PME to generate a wake event. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Resume On RTC Alarm Select Enabled to use the Real Time Clock (RTC) to set the timer for the system to be "awakened." The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Hardware Health Configuration This feature allows the AMI BIOS to automatically display the status of the following items: Temperatures CPU Overheat Temperature This feature allows the user to set the CPU Overheat temperature threshold. The options range from 65 oC to 90 oC. Use the <+> and <-> keys to set the desired setting. The default setting is 78 oC.
Chapter 7: BIOS MPS Configuration This section allows the user to configure the multiprocessors table. MPS Revision This feature allows the user to select the MPS Revision. Please follow the instructions given on the screen to select the MPS Revision Number. The options are 1.1 and 1.4. PCI Express Configuration This section allows the user to configure the PCI Express slots.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual SMBIOS Configuration SMBIOS SMI Support Select Enabled to enable the function of SMBIOS SMI Wrapper support for PnP Func 50h-54h. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Remote Access Configuration You can use this screen to select options for the Remote Access Configuration. Use the up and down arrow keys to select an item. Use the <+> and <-> keys to change the value of the selected option.
Chapter 7: BIOS Terminal Type This feature allows the user to select the target terminal type for Console Redirection.The options are ANSI, VT100, and VT-UTF8. VT-UTF8 Comb Key Support This feature allows the user to select Enabled to enable the VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for the ANSI/VT100 Terminals. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Sredir Memory Display Delay This feature allows the user to decide how many seconds the BIOS will wait before memory information is displayed.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 7-4 Boot Configuration This feature allows the user to configure the following items: Boot Settings Quick Boot If Enabled, this option will skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time needed for system bootup. 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 allow the computer system to display the POST messages.
Chapter 7: BIOS Parity Checking This option allows the user to enable or disable SB IDCHK# and PCI SERR# Parity Checking. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Wait for ‘F1’ If Error Select Enable to allow the system to wait for the user to press F1 when an error occurs. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display Select Enabled to display the Setup Message: "Press DEL to run Setup" when the user hits the DEL key. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Removable Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available Removable Drives. 1st Drive/2nd Drive This option allow the user to specify the boot sequence for the first Removable Drive and the second Removable Drive. The options are 1st Floppy Drive, USB: Pepper Virtual Disc 1 (2nd Drive), and Disabled. CD/DVD Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available CD/DVDDrives.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-5 Security Settings The AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both passwords, the Supervisor password must be set first. Change Supervisor Password Select this option and press to access the Submenu, and then type in the password. Change User Password Select this option and press to access the Submenu, and then type in the password.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 7-6 Exit Options Select the Exit tab from the AMIBIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Saving Changes and Exit When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave the BIOS Setup and reboot the computer, so the new system configuration parameters can take effect. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press .
Chapter 7: BIOS Load Fail-Safe Defaults To set this feature, select Load Fail-Safe Defaults from the Exit menu and press . The Fail-Safe settings are designed for maximum system stability, but not for maximum performance.
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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 8015C-T User's Manual System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default Setup Values. If you do not want these values, enter Setup and enter your own values. If the error persists, check the system battery or contact your dealer. System timer error The timer test failed. Requires repair of system board.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages EISA CMOS not writeable ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to EISA CMOS. DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt). Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long. Device Address Conflict Address conflict for specified device.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual nnnn kB Extended RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of RAM in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn Cache SRAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn kB Shadow RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn kB System RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of system RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages PS/2 Mouse: PS/2 mouse identified. Run the I2O Configuration Utility One or more unclaimed block storage devices have the Configuration Request bit set in the LCT. Run an I2O Configuration Utility (e.g. the SAC utility). System BIOS shadowed System BIOS copied to shadow RAM. UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn Displays the address nnnn of the upper limit of Upper Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the BIOS which can be reclaimed by a virtual memory manager.
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Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes Appendix B BIOS POST Codes This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the Phoenix BIOS. POST codes are divided into two categories: recoverable and terminal. Recoverable POST Errors When a recoverable type of error occurs during POST, the BIOS will display a POST code that describes the problem.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual POST Code Description 14h Initialize keyboard controller 16h 1-2-2-3 BIOS ROM checksum 17h 18h Initialize cache before memory Auto size 8254 timer initialization 1Ah 8237 DMA controller initialization 1Ch Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller 20h 22h 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller 24h Set ES segment register to 4 GB 28h Auto size DRAM 29h 2Ah 2Ch 2Eh 2Fh 32h 33h 36h 38h 3Ah 3Ch 3Dh 41h 42h 45h 46h 48h 49h 4Ah 4Bh 4Ch 4Eh 4F
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes POST Code Description 5Bh Disable CPU cache 5Ch Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB 60h 62h Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines 64h Jump to UserPatch1 66h Configure advanced cache registers 67h 68h Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches 69h Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area 6Ah Display external L2 cache size 6Bh 6Ch 70h 72h 76h 7Ch 7Dh 7Eh 80h 81h 82h 83h 84h 85h 86h 87h 88h 89h 8Ah 8Bh 8Ch 8Fh 90h 91h 92h 93h 95h 96h
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual POST Code Description 99h Check for SMART Drive (optional) 9Ch Set up Power Management 9Dh 9Eh Initialize security engine (optional) Enable hardware interrupts 9Fh Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives A0h Set time of day A2h A4h Check key lock Initialize typematic rate A8h Erase prompt AAh Scan for key stroke ACh AEh B0h B1h B2h B4h B5h B6h B7h B9h BAh BCh BDh BEh BFh C0h C1h C2h C3h C4h C6h C7h C8h C9h CDh D2h D4h D8h D9h DEh Enter SETUP Cle
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes The following are for the 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 s
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Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines Appendix C HostRAID Setup Guidelines After all the hardware has been installed, you must first configure Intel's ESB2 SATA RAID before you install the Windows Operating System and other software drivers. Important Notes Note 1: If you do not wish to configure onboard SATA RAID functions, please go directly to Section C-2 for the OS & other software installation.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual channel UltraATA/100 Bus Master IDE controller (PATA) and four Serial ATA (SATA) ports. The ESB2 supports the following PATA and SATA device configurations: Legacy mode and Native mode. The Intel HostRAID Configurations The following types of Intel's HostRAID configurations are supported: RAID 0 (Data Striping): this writes data in parallel, interleaved ("striped") sections of two hard drives. Data transfer rate is doubled over using a single disk.
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines 6. Scroll down to "Exit". Select "Save and Exit" from the "Exit" menu. Press the key to save the changes and exit the BIOS. 7. Once you've exited the BIOS Utility, the system will re-boot. 8. During the system boot-up, press the and keys simultaneously to run the Intel RAID Configuration Utility when prompted by the following message: Press for the Intel RAID Configuration Utility.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Creating a RAID 0 Volume 1. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the key. The following screen will appear: 2. Specify a name for the RAID 0 set and press the key or the key to go to the next field. (The key takes you to the previous menu.) 3. When "RAID Level" is highlighted, press the keys to select RAID 0 (Stripe) and hit . 4.
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines 7. Press when the Create Volume item is highlighted. A warning message displays. 8. When asked "Are you sure you want to create this volume (Y/N), press "Y" to create the RAID volume, or type "N" to go back to the Create Volume menu. Creating a RAID 1 Volume: 1. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the key. The following screen will appear: 2.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Creating a RAID 10 (RAID 1+ RAID 0) 1. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the key. The following screen will appear: 2. Specify a name for the RAID 10 set and press . 3. When "RAID Level" item is highlighted, use the keys to select RAID 10 (RAID1 + RAID0) and hit . 4.
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines Creating a RAID 5 Set (Parity) 1. Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the key. The following screen will appear: 2. Specify a name for the RAID 5 set and press . 3. When "RAID Level" is highlighted, use the keys to select RAID 5 (Parity) and hit . 4. When "Disk Item" is highlighted, press to select the HDD to configure as a RAID.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual 8. Press Enter when the Create Volume item is highlighted. A warning message displays. 9. When asked "Are you sure you want to create this volume (Y/N), press to create the RAID volume or to go back to the Create Volume menu. Deleting a RAID Volume ! Warning: Be sure to back up your data before deleting a RAID set. You will lose all data on the disk drives when deleting a RAID set. 1. From the main menu, select "Delete RAID Volume" and press . 2.
Appendix C: Intel HostRAID Setup Guidelines Resetting to Non-RAID and Resetting a RAID HDD Warning: Use caution when you reset a RAID volume to non-RAID or when resetting a RAID volume. Resetting a RAID volume HDD or ! resetting a RAID HDD will reformat the HDD and delete the internal RAID structure on the drive. 1. From the main menu, select "Reset Disks to Non- RAID" and press . The following screen will appear: 2.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual C-2 Installing Windows XP/2000/2003 for RAID Systems Installing a New Operating System 1. Insert the Microsoft the Windows XP/2000/2003 Setup CD in the DVD/CD drive, and the system will start booting up from the CD. 2. Press the key when the message "Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver" displays. 3. When the Windows XP/2000/2003 Setup screen appears, press "S" to specify additional device(s). 4.
Appendix D: System Specifications Appendix D System Specifications Processors Four Intel Xeon 7300/7200 sequence processors (130W CPUs not supported) Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel 7300 BIOS 8 Mb AMIBIOS® Flash ROM Memory Capacity Twenty-four 240-pin DIMM sockets supporting up to 192 GB of FBD ECC DDR2667/533 SDRAM Note: See the memory section in Chapter 5 for details.
SUPERSERVER 8015C-T User's Manual Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 43 lbs. (19.5 kg.) System Cooling Six (6) paired sets of 4-cm counter-rotating cooling fans (fan speed controlled by BIOS setting) System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100-240 VAC Rated Input Current: 7A (115V) to 15A (240V) Rated Input Frequency: 50-60 Hz Power Supply Rated Output Power: 1000W w/PFC (Part# PWS-1K01-1R) Rated Output Voltages: +3.3V (20A), +5V (20A), +12V (83A), -12V (0.
Appendix D: System Specifications California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warning applies only to products containing CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells. “Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.
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