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  • Page 1 UPER ® UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L USER’S MANUAL 1.0a...
  • Page 2 The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manual, or to notify any person or organization of the updates.

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    2027B-DE2R24L. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The 2027B-DE2R24L is a high-end storage server solution based on the SC927 3U rackmount chassis and the X9DBS-F dual processor serverboard.
  • Page 4 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9DBS-F 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.
  • Page 5 Preface Notes...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Serverboard Features ..................1-2 Processors ...................... 1-2 Memory ......................1-2 SAS Disk Controller ..................1-2 SAS Expander ....................1-2 SATA ......................1-2 NTB Connectivity .................... 1-2 PCI Expansion Slots ..................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Chapter 3 System Interface Overview ......................3-1 Control Panel Button ..................3-1 Control Panel LEDs ..................3-1 Drive Carrier LEDs ..................3-3 Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements ............4-1 Warning Definition ................... 4-1 Installation Instructions ..................
  • Page 8 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Connector Definitions ................... 5-12 Jumper Settings .................... 5-14 Onboard Indicators ..................5-16 5-10 Serial ATA Ports .................... 5-17 5-11 Installing Software ..................5-18 SuperDoctor III ....................5-19 5-12 Onboard Battery .................... 5-20 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup Static-Sensitive Devices ..................

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The 2027B-DE2R24L is a high-end Super Storage Bridge Bay (SBB) system comprised of two main subsystems: the SC927ETS-R1200NDBP chassis and two X9DBS-F dual processor serverboards. Please refer to our web site for informa- tion on operating systems that have been certified for use with the system (www.

  • Page 10: Serverboard Features

    YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Serverboard Features The 2027B-DE2R24L is built around two X9DBS-F serverboards for a dual-node system that shares storage resources as well as features a dedicated PCI-E bus between server nodes for High Availability (HA), Cluster in a Box (CiB) applications The X9DBS-F is a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel®...

  • Page 11: Rear Chassis Ports

    Front Control Panel Two control panels are included on each end of the 2027B-DE2R24L to provide you with system monitoring and control. LEDs indicate system power, network (NIC) activity, system overheat and power supply failure. Each set of LEDs are associated with the node/serverboard on the same side of the chassis.

  • Page 12: System Block Diagram

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Figure 1-1. Intel C602J Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details. CPU2 CPU1 Rear (IO Side) E5-2400 Series Processor E5-2400 Series Processor DDRIII DDRIII PE1A [3..0] PE3B [7:4]...

  • Page 13: Contacting Supermicro

    Chapter 1: Introduction 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:...

  • Page 14: Sbb: Storage Bridge Bay

    The Super SBB provides hot-swappable canisters for all active components. Each of the two serverboard canisters support dual-processors, 6 DIMM slots, 3 PCI-E Gen2 slots and 6 Gbps SAS (SAS2). The 2027B-DE2R24L features eight lanes of PCI-E 3.0 connecting the left server module with the right server module. This connection is used for high speed data transfers between nodes for High Availability/server fail-over.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Unpacking the System You should inspect the box the 2027B-DE2R24L was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.

  • Page 16: Warnings And Precautions

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual • This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like). • This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display...

  • Page 17: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera- ture of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient tempera- ture (Tmra).

  • Page 18: Installing The System Into A Rack

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the SC937 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.

  • Page 19: Installing The Outer Rack Rails

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Outer Rack Rails Outer rails attach to the server rack and hold the server in place. The outer rails for the SC937 chassis extend between 30 inches and 33 inches. Installing the Outer Rails 1.

  • Page 20: Installing The Chassis Into A Rack

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Figure 2-3. Installing the Chassis into the Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing into a Rack 1. Confirm that the inner and outer rails are properly installed. 2. Line up the inner (chassis) rails with the front of the outer (rack) rails.

  • Page 21: Chapter 3 System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on two control panels as well as others on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specific components.
  • Page 22 Indicates network activity on the LAN1 port when flashing. NIC2 Indicates network activity on the LAN2 port when flashing. Heartbeat On the SuperServer 2027B-DE2R24L, this is a serverboard heartbeat LED and indicates that power is being supplied to the serverboard.

  • Page 23: Drive Carrier Leds

    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. Drive Carrier LEDs Each drive carrier has two LEDs: • Green: When illuminated, the green LED on the drive carrier indicates the drive is powered on.
  • Page 24 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 25: About Standardized Warning Statements

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance.
  • Page 26 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut.
  • Page 27 Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫جسذٌة‬ ‫اصابة‬ ً‫تتسبب ف‬ ‫حالة ٌوكي أى‬ ً‫اًك ف‬ ‫خطز‬ ًٌ‫ٌع‬ ‫هذا الزهز‬ !‫تحذٌز‬ ‫الذوائز‬ ‫بالوخاطز الٌاجوة عي‬ ‫ي على علن‬ ، ‫ك‬ ‫هعذات‬ ‫تعول على أي‬ ‫قبل أى‬ ‫الكهزبائٍة‬ ‫حىادث‬ ‫أي‬ ‫وقىع‬ ‫وٌع‬ ‫ل‬ ‫الىقائٍة‬...

  • Page 28: Installation Instructions

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Installation Instructions Warning! Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. 設置手順書 システムを電源に接続する前に、 設置手順書をお読み下さい。 警告 将此系统连接电源前,请先阅读安装说明。 警告 將系統與電源連接前，請先閱讀安裝說明。 Warnung Vor dem Anschließen des Systems an die Stromquelle die Installationsanweisungen lesen.

  • Page 29: Circuit Breaker

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Circuit Breaker Warning! This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 250 V, 20 A. サーキッ ト ・ ブレーカー この製品は、 短絡 （過電流） 保護装置がある建物での設置を前提としています。 保護装置の定格が250 V、...

  • Page 30: Power Disconnection Warning

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual 경고! 이 제품은 전원의 단락(과전류)방지에 대해서 전적으로 건물의 관련 설비에 의존합니다. 보호장치의 정격이 반드시 250V(볼트), 20A(암페어)를 초과하지 않도록 해야 합니다. Waarschuwing Dit product is afhankelijk van de kortsluitbeveiliging (overspanning) van uw electrische installatie. Controleer of het beveiligde aparaat niet groter gedimensioneerd is dan 220V, 20A.
  • Page 31 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems ¡Advertencia! El sistema debe ser disconnected de todas las fuentes de energía y del cable eléctrico quitado de los módulos de fuente de alimentación antes de tener acceso el interior del chasis para instalar o para quitar componentes de sistema. Attention Le système doit être débranché...

  • Page 32: Equipment Installation

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Equipment Installation Warning! Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. 機器の設置 トレーニングを受け認定された人だけがこの装置の設置、 交換、 またはサービスを許可 されています。 警告 只有经过培训且具有资格的人员才能进行此设备的安装、更换和维修。 警告 只有經過受訓且具資格人員才可安裝、更換與維修此設備。 Warnung Das Installieren, Ersetzen oder Bedienen dieser Ausrüstung sollte nur geschultem, qualifiziertem Personal gestattet werden.

  • Page 33: Restricted Area

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Waarschuwing Deze apparatuur mag alleen worden geïnstalleerd, vervangen of hersteld door geschoold en gekwalificeerd personeel. Restricted Area Warning! This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security.

  • Page 34: Battery Handling

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual ‫אזור עם גישה מוגבלת‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫יש להתקין את היחידה באזורים שיש בהם הגבלת גישה. הגישה ניתנת בעזרת‬ .)'‫כלי אבטחה בלבד (מפתח, מנעול וכד‬ ‫محظورة‬ ‫مناطق‬ ٍ‫نتركُبها ف‬ ‫هذه انىحذة‬ ‫تخصيص‬ ‫تم‬ ،‫أداة خاصت‬ ‫من خالل استخذاو‬...
  • Page 35 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Warnung Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Ersetzen Sie die Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp. Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers. Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement. Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant.

  • Page 36: Redundant Power Supplies

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Redundant Power Supplies Warning! This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. 冗長電源装置 このユニッ トは複数の電源装置が接続されている場合があります。 ユニッ トの電源を切るためには、 すべての接続を取り外さなければなりません。 警告 此部件连接的电源可能不止一个，必须将所有电源断开才能停止给该部件供电。 警告 此裝置連接的電源可能不只一個，必須切斷所有電源才能停止對該裝置的供電。 Warnung Dieses Gerät kann mehr als eine Stromzufuhr haben.

  • Page 37: Backplane Voltage

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫امداد الطاقة‬ ‫بوحدات‬ ‫عدة اتصاالت‬ ‫جهاز‬ ‫ال‬ ‫يكون لهذا‬ ‫قد‬ ‫الكهرباء‬ ‫عن‬ ‫وحدة‬ ‫ال‬ ‫لعسل‬ ‫كافة االتصاالت‬ ‫يجب إزالة‬ 경고! 이 장치에는 한 개 이상의 전원 공급 단자가 연결되어 있을 수 있습니다. 이 장치에 전원을...

  • Page 38: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual ‫מתח בפנל האחורי‬ !‫הרה‬ ‫אז‬ ‫קיימת סכנת מתח בפנל האחורי בזמן תפעול המערכת. יש להיזהר במהלך‬ .‫העבודה‬ ‫اللىحة‬ ‫أوالطاقة المىجىدة على‬ ‫التيار الكهزبائي‬ ‫مه‬ ‫خطز‬ ‫هناك‬ ‫هذا الجهاس‬ ‫خدمة‬ ‫كه حذرا عند‬ ‫يعمل‬ ‫النظام‬...

  • Page 39: Product Disposal

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Attention L'équipement doit être installé conformément aux normes électriques nationales et locales. ‫תיאום חוקי החשמל הארצי‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫הציוד חייבת להיות תואמת לחוקי החשמל המקומיים והארציים‬ ‫התקנת‬ ‫المتعلقة‬ ‫المحلية والىطىية‬ ‫قىاويه‬ ‫يجب أن يمتثل لل‬ ‫الكهربائية‬...

  • Page 40: Hot Swap Fan Warning

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual ¡Advertencia! Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y reglamentos nacionales. Attention La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprès de l'organisme compétent.
  • Page 41 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems 警告 當您從機架移除風扇裝置，風扇可能仍在轉動。小心不要將手指、螺絲起子和其他 物品太靠近風扇。 Warnung Die Lüfter drehen sich u. U. noch, wenn die Lüfterbaugruppe aus dem Chassis genommen wird. Halten Sie Finger, Schraubendreher und andere Gegenstände von den Öffnungen des Lüftergehäuses entfernt. ¡Advertencia! Los ventiladores podran dar vuelta cuando usted quite ell montaje del ventilador del chasis.

  • Page 42: Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Power Cable and AC Adapter Warning! When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables, power cables and AC adaptors. Using any other cables and adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL or CSA -certified cables (that have UL/CSA shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by Supermicro only.
  • Page 43 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Attention Lors de l'installation du produit, utilisez les bables de connection fournis ou désigné. L'utilisation d'autres cables et adaptateurs peut provoquer un dysfonctionnement ou un incendie. Appareils électroménagers et de loi sur la sécurité Matériel interdit l'utilisation de UL ou CSA câbles certifiés qui ont UL ou CSA indiqué...
  • Page 44 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Notes 4-20...

  • Page 45: Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter provides detailed information on the X9DBS-F serverboard. All serverboard jumpers and connections are described. A layout and quick reference chart are also 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.

  • Page 46: Cable And Device Connectiions

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Cable and Device Connectiions All data and power connections between the serverboard to the system (including the power supplies and the hard drives) are provided through the midplane. Most of these connections are made automatically when the system is assembled. "Right"...

  • Page 47: Installing The Processor And Heatsink

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing the Processor and Heatsink Caution: 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.
  • Page 48 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual 5. Align the CPU key, which is a semi-circle cutout, against the socket key, which is the notch be- low the gold color dot on the side of the socket. 6. Align pin 1 of the CPU against pin 1 of the CPU socket.

  • Page 49: Installing A Cpu Heatsink

    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. Screw #1 (behind) 2. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount has already been applied.

  • Page 50: Installing Memory

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Installing Memory Warning: Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Please refer to the Supermicro web site for possible updates to supported memory. Memory Support Each X9DBS-F has six DIMM slots that can support up to 192 GB of Registered (RDIMM) ECC/Non-ECC DDR3-1866/1600/1333/1066/800 memory.

  • Page 51: Dimm Module Population Configuration

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup DIMM Module Population Configuration Refer to the tables below when installing memory. Processors and their Corresponding Memory Modules CPU# Corresponding DIMM Modules CPU 1 P1-DIMMA1 P1-DIMMB1 P1-DIMMC1 CPU2 P2-DIMMD1 P2-DIMME1 P2-DIMMF1 Processor and Memory Module Population for Optimal Performance Number of CPU and Memory Population Configuration Table CPUs+DIMMs...

  • Page 52: Installing Nvdimms

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Installing NVDIMMs Please adhere to the following guidelines when installing NVDIMMs. • If only one NVDIMM is used in the system, it can be installed into any DIMM slot on the board. • If two or more NVDIMMs are used with regular DIMMs, the following limitations apply: •...

  • Page 53: Installing Pci Add-On Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing PCI Add-On Cards Each node in the 2027B-DE2R24L can accommodate up to three PCI-E 3.0 x8 add-on cards. Installing an Add-on Card (Figure 5-4) 1. Begin by removing the node you wish to populate with add-on cards.

  • Page 54: Serverboard Details

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Serverboard Details Figure 5-5. X9DBS-F Layout (not drawn to scale) External SAA JKVM1 VGA/USB/COM1 LAN2 LAN1 Fan 6 Fan 5 Intel i350 Fan 4 Re-Driver Re-Driver X9DBS-F Rev. 1.10 CPU1 JBT1 BIOS Battery CPU2...

  • Page 55: X9Dbs-F Quick Reference

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X9DBS-F Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 Clear CMOS See Section 5-8 C1/JI SMB to PCI-E Slots Open (Normal) JPL1 GLAN 1/2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPME1 Manufacture Mode Select Pins 1-2 (Normal) JPME2 ME Recovery Pins 1-2 (Normal) JWD1...

  • Page 56: Super Storages

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Connector Definitions KVM Port The KVM port, located next to the LAN ports on the I/O backplane, provides keyboard/video/mouse con- nections. These connections can be used for remote console via BMC IPMI. Fan Headers...
  • Page 57 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Overheat/Fan Fail LED The JOH1 header is used to connect OH/Fan Fail LED Status an LED indicator to provide warnings State Message of chassis overheating and fan failure. Solid Overheat This LED will blink when a fan failure Blinking Fan Fail occurs.

  • Page 58: Jumper Settings

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used Connector to choose between optional settings. Pins Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the con- nector.
  • Page 59 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Watch Dog Enable/Disable Jumper JWD controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a system moni- tor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Jumping Watch Dog pins 1-2 will cause WD to reset the Jumper Settings system if an application hangs.

  • Page 60: Onboard Indicators

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Onboard Indicators LAN LEDs The Ethernet ports (located on the I/O LAN1/2 LED backplane) have two LEDs. On each (Connection Speed Indicator) port: the green LED flashes to indicate LED Color Definition activity while the other LED may be...

  • Page 61: 5-10 Serial Ata Ports

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup SAS Activity LED SAS Actvity LED SAS Activity LEDs are located at Status LED10/LED11 on the ser verboard. Color/State Definition When LED10/LED11 are blinking, SAS Green: SAS: Active Blinking is active. See the table at right for more information.

  • Page 62: 5-11 Installing Software

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual 5-11 Installing Software The Supermicro ftp site contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp. supermicro.com. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the ftp site, go into the CDR_Images directory and locate the ISO file for your serverboard.

  • Page 63: Superdoctor Iii

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup SuperDoctor III The SuperDoctor® III program is a web-based management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called SD III Client. The SuperDoctor III program allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.

  • Page 64: 5-12 Onboard Battery

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Figure 5-8. SuperDoctor 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/soft- ware/SuperDoctorIII.cfm. For Linux, we recommend that you use the SuperDoctor II application instead.

  • Page 65: Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform mainte- nance on the SC927 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.

  • Page 66: Control Panel

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Figure 6-1. Front and Rear Chassis Views Control Panel Control Panel Removeable Drives (24) Rear Chassis Features 1. Power Supply 3. SAS Ports 2. Fan Assembly 4. Add-on Card Slots Control Panel The control panels are connected to the serverboards through the midplane. The LEDs on the control panels are associated with the node on the same side of the chassis.

  • Page 67: System Fan Failure

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup System Fan Failure Fan speed is controlled by system temperature via a BIOS setting. If a fan fails, the remaining fans will ramp up to full speed and the overheat/fan fail LED on the control panel (of the same side as the failed fan) will turn on. The fans may also be visually inspected for failure.
  • Page 68 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Figure 6-2. Replacing a Serverboard Fan Figure 6-3. View of Fan Assembly...

  • Page 69: Drive Bay Installation/Removal

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Drive Bay Installation/Removal Accessing the Drive Bays SAS Drives: You do not need to access the inside of the chassis or remove power to replace or swap SAS drives. Proceed to the next step for instructions. Typically 2.5"...
  • Page 70 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Figure 6-4. Removing a HDD Carrier from the Chassis Warning: Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers. For information on recommended HDDs, visit the Supermicro Web site.
  • Page 71 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing a SAS Hard Drive (Figures 6-5 and 6-6) 1. Remove the screws securing the dummy drive to the drive carrier. 2. Remove the dummy drive. Place the carrier on a flat surface. 3. Slide the hard drive into the carrier with the printed circuit board side down. 4.

  • Page 72: Midplane

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Midplane The midplane is a passive component that provides a reliable hot-swap interconnect between the active components of the system. See Figure 6-7 below for a list of connections to the midplane. Figure 6-7. Midplane Connections...

  • Page 73: Power Supply

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Power Supply The 2027B-DE2R24L has a 920 watt redundant power supply consisting of two sep- arate 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.
  • Page 74 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Notes 6-10...

  • Page 75: Chapter 7 Bios

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup utility for the X9DBS-F/X9DBS-F-2U. 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 <Del>...

  • Page 76: How To Change The Configuration Data

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual How To Change the Configuration Data The configuration data that determines the system parameters may be changed by entering the AMI BIOS Setup utility. This Setup utility can be accessed by pressing <Delete> at the appropriate time during system boot.
  • Page 77 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS The AMI BIOS main menu displays the following information: System Date This item displays the system date in Day MM/DD/YY format (e.g. Wed 10/12/2012). System Time This item displays the system time in HH:MM:SS format (e.g. 15:32:52). Supermicro X9DBS-F Version This item displays the SMC version of the BIOS ROM used in this system.

  • Page 78: Advanced Setup Configurations

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Advanced Setup and press <Enter> to access the following submenu items. Boot Features Quiet Boot This feature allows the user to select bootup screen display between POST mes- sages and the OEM logo.

  • Page 79: Power Configuration

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS 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 bootup and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks.

  • Page 80: Cpu Configuration

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual CPU Configuration This submenu displays the information of the CPU as detected by the BIOS. It also allows the user to configure CPU settings. Socket 1 CPU Information/Socket 2 CPU Information  This submenu displays the following information regarding the CPU installed in Socket 1 or Socket 2.
  • Page 81 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Clock Spread Spectrum Select Enable to enable Clock Spectrum support, which will allow the BIOS to moni- tor and attempt to reduce the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components whenever needed. The options are Disabled and Enabled. RTID (Record Types IDs) This feature displays the total number of Record Type IDs for local and remote pools.
  • Page 82 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual MLC Spatial Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU) If this feature is set to Disabled, The CPU prefetches the cache line for 64 bytes. If this feature is set to Enabled the CPU fetches both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised.
  • Page 83 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS EIST (Available when Power Technology is set to Custom) EIST (Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology) allows the system to automatically adjust processor voltage and core frequency to reduce power consumption and heat dissipation. The options are Disabled (GV3 Disabled), and Enabled (GV3 Enabled).
  • Page 84 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Factory Long Duration Maintained This item displays the period of time (in seconds) set by the manufacturer during which long duration power is maintained. Long Duration Maintained This item displays the period of time (in seconds) during which long duration power is maintained.
  • Page 85 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Ageing Timer Rollover Select Disabled to allow the BIOS to determine how long the system should wait before reallocating resources to PCI-E devices for data transferring when a deadlock occurs. Select 32 us for the BIOS to wait for 32 us second before reallocating system resources for use of PCI-E data transferring when a deadlock occurs.
  • Page 86 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual IIO 2 PCIe Port Bifurcation Control CPU2 Port 3A Link Speed Select GEN1 to enable PCI-Exp Generation 1 support for Port 3A. Select GEN2 to enable PCI-Exp Generation 2 support for Port 3A. Select GEN3 to enable PCI-Exp Generation 3 support for Port 3A.
  • Page 87 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS DIMM Configuration This section displays the following DIMM information: CPU Socket 1 DIMM Information • P1-DIMM1A/P1-DIMM1B/P1-DIMM1C CPU Socket 2 DIMM Information • P2-DIMM1D/P2-DIMM1E/P2-DIMM1F Memory Mode Use this feature to configure memory mode when memory is initialized. When Independent is selected, all DIMMs are available to the operating system.
  • Page 88 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual processing. By using this method, roughly 64 GB of memory behind the IO hub will be scrubbed every day. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Demand Scrub Demand Scrubbing is a process that allows the CPU to correct correctable memory errors found on a memory module.
  • Page 89 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS EHCI Controller 1/EHCI Controller 2 (Available when All USB Devices is set to Enabled) Select Enabled to enable EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) Controller 1 or Controller 2 to enhance system performance. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 90 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual AHCI Mode The following items are displayed when the AHCI Mode is selected. Aggressive Link Power Management When Enabled, the SATA AHCI controller manages the power usage of the SATA link. The controller will put the link in a low power mode during extended periods of I/O inactivity, and will return the link to an active state when I/O activity resumes.
  • Page 91 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration Launch Storage OpROM Policy This feature selects the Storage Option ROM to be used to bootup the system when there are multiple Storage Option ROMs available. The options are UEFI Only and Legacy Only. PCI Latency Timer Use this feature to set the latency timer for each PCI device installed on a PCI bus.
  • Page 92 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual CPU2 Port1 PCI-E 3.0 x8 OPROM/CPU2 Port3A PCI-E 3.0 x8 OPROM//CPU2 Port3C PCI-E 3.0 x8 OPROM Select Enabled to enable Option ROM support to boot the computer using a de- vice installed on the slots specified above. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 93 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Change Settings This option specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of Serial Port 1. Select Disabled to prevent the serial port from accessing any system resources. When this option is set to Disabled, the serial port becomes unavailable.
  • Page 94 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Serial Port Console Redirection COM/SOL These two submenus allow the user to configure the following Console Redirection settings for the COM Port or the SOL port specified by the user. Console Redirection Select Enabled to use the COM Port or the SOL port selected by the user for Con- sole Redirection.
  • Page 95 Chapter 7: AMI 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.
  • Page 96 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Console Redirection (for EMS) Select Enabled to use a serial port selected by the user for Console Redirection. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Console Redirection Settings (for EMS)  This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client computer, which is the remote computer used by the user.
  • Page 97 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS 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 Sus- pend Disabled to use power-reduced mode.
  • Page 98 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Pending Operation Use this item to schedule an operation for the security device. The options are None, Enable Take Ownership, Disable Take Ownership, and TPM Clear. Note: During restart, the computer will reboot in order to execute the pend- ing operation and change the state of the security device.

  • Page 99: Event Logs

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS TPM Support: Trusted Platform support TPM State: Trusted Platform state Intel TXT (LT-SX) Dependencies This feature displays the features that need to be enabled for the Intel Trusted Execution Technology to work properly in the system. VT-d Support: Intel Virtualization Technology with Direct I/O support VT Support: Intel Virtualization Technology support TPM Support: Trusted Platform support...
  • Page 100 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Runtime Error Logging Support Select Enabled to support Runtime Error Logging. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Memory Correctable Error Threshold This feature allows the user to enter the threshold value for correctable memory errors.

  • Page 101: Ipmi

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS 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 ...
  • Page 102 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L 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.

  • Page 103: Boot

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Station MAC Address This item displays the Station MAC address for this computer. Mac addresses are 6 two-digit hexadecimal numbers. 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).

  • Page 104: Security

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual  UEFI Boot Device BBS Priorities This submenu allows the user to specify the boot priority sequence of a UEFI bootable device. 1st Device Security This menu allows the user to configure the security settings for the system.

  • Page 105: Save & Exit

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS 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 <Enter>.
  • Page 106 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Discard Changes Select this feature and press <Enter> to discard all the changes and return to the BIOS setup. When the dialog box appears, asking you if you want to load previ- ous values, select Yes to load the values previous saved, or select No to keep the changes you've made so far.

  • Page 107: Appendix A Bios Error Beep Codes

    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.
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  • Page 109: Appendix B System Specifications

    Appendix B: System Specifications Appendix B System Specifications Processors (each node) Single or dual Intel® Xeon E5-2400 of up to 95W in B2 type sockets (both CPUs must be of the same type) Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel C602J BIOS...

  • Page 110: Operating Environment

    UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L User's Manual Chassis SC927ETS-R1200NDBP (2U rackmount) Dimensions: (WxHxD) 17.2 x 3.5 x 26.75 in. (437 x 88 x 679 mm) Weight (Net): 56 lbs. (25.5 kg.) Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 85 lbs. (38.6 kg.) System Cooling...

  • Page 111: Regulatory Compliance

    Appendix B: System Specifications Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-3-2/-3-3, CISPR 22 Class A Electromagnetic Immunity: EN 55024/CISPR 24, (EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11) Safety: CSA/EN/IEC/UL 60950-1 Compliant, UL or CSA Listed (USA and Canada), CE Marking (Europe) California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials:...
  • Page 112 UPER TORAGE YSTEM 2027B-DE2R24L 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 com- munication 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.

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