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USER'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 P9DSU-C USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0...
  • Page 2 This product, including software and docu- mentation, is the property of Supermicro and/or its licensors, and is supplied only under a license. Any use or reproduction of this product is not allowed, except as expressly permitted by the terms of said license.
  • Page 3 SMT4 Core CPUs. The SMT8 version offers up to eight threads of simultaneous multithreading (SMT8) per CPU, while the SMT4 version offers up to four threads. With dual Power processors built-in, the P9DSU-C supports up to 1024 GB of Registered (RDIMM) DDR4 ECC memory of up to 2666 MHz (Note below), sixteen SAS/SATA ports, five USB 3.0 ports, and three PCI-E 4.0 riser card support.
  • Page 4 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Conventions Used in the Manual Pay special attention to the following symbols for proper system installation and to prevent damage to the system or injury to yourself: Warning: Important information given to ensure proper system installation or to prevent...
  • Page 5 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...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1 Overview Overview ......................1-1 Checklist ......................1-1 Motherboard Features ..................1-7 The Power9 Sforza Processor Overview ............1-11 Special Features ................... 1-12 Recovery from AC Power Loss ..............1-12 System Health Monitoring ................1-12 Fan Status Monitor with Firmware Control ..........
  • Page 7 Table of Contents LAN Port ....................2-19 COM1 ....................... 2-19 BMC Debug Header ................. 2-20 Video Connector ..................2-20 Unit Identifier Switches/UID LED Indicators ..........2-21 Front Control Panel ..................2-22 Front Control Panel Pin Definitions............... 2-23 NMI Button ....................2-23 Power LED ....................
  • Page 8 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual No Power ......................3-1 No Video ......................3-2 Difficulty in Booting Up the System ............... 3-2 Losing the System’s Setup Configuration ............3-2 When the System Becomes Unstable ............3-2 Technical Support Procedures ................ 3-4 Battery Removal and Installation ..............

  • Page 9: Overview

    Checklist Congratulations on purchasing your computer motherboard from an acknowledged leader in the industry. Supermicro boards are designed with the utmost attention to detail to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance. This motherboard is sold only as a system within the Hyper-Speed Ultra server platforms.
  • Page 10 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual P9DSU-C Motherboard Image Note: All graphics shown in this manual were based upon the latest PCB revision available at the time of publishing of the manual. The motherboard you've received may or may not look exactly the same as the graphics...
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: Overview P9DSU-C Motherboard Layout IPMI_ COM1 J1_I2C4 J1_I2C12 J1_I2C13 J1_I2C5 J1_I2C6 JLAN3 SXB1_1 SXB1_2 UM11 LEDBMC CTRL SXB3_1 U1_BOOT_FLASH SAS CTLR SXB1_3 SAS 0~3 SAS 4~7 SAS 8~11 PSU2 PSU1 JGPW1 BP PWR Battery JBT1 GPU PWR1 JPW2...
  • Page 12 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual J1_I2C4 J1_I2C13 J1_I2C6 J1_I2C12 J1_I2C5 IPMI_ COM1 JCPLD1 J1_I2C4 SXB1_1 J1_I2C12 J1_I2C13 J1_I2C5 J1_I2C6 CPU2_PORT2 JLAN3 SXB2 SXB1_1 LEDBMC U1_BOOT_FLASH SXB1_2 UM11 LEDBMC CPU1_PORT2A SXB3_1 CTRL UM11 SXB3_1 SAS 0~3 JSAS1 U1_BOOT_FLASH CPU2_PORT1 SAS 4~7...
  • Page 13 Chapter 1: Overview P9DSU-C Quick Reference Table Jumper Description Default Setting Power Supply PMBus Open (no jumper) J1_I CPU0 VRM Open (no jumper) J1_I CPU1 VRM Open (no jumper) J1_I Open (no jumper) J1_I C header for UCD 90160 IR38063 +2.5VA power...
  • Page 14 SAS 3.0 connections (SAS 8~11) SAS12 - SAS15 SAS 3.0 connectors; SAS12 and SAS13 can be used as unpowered SATA ports (SATA1,2); SAS14 and SAS15 can be used as Supermicro SuperDOM SATA ports (SATA3,4) with built-in power connectors T-SGPIO3 Serial General Purpose Input/Output Header...

  • Page 15: Motherboard Features

    MHz/2666 MHz memory modules are supported by this motherboard; however, the system will run at 1600 MHz. 2. For the latest Processor/ memory updates, please refer to our website at http://www.supermicro.com/products/moth- erboard. DIMM Sizes • Up to 64 GB at 1.2V •...
  • Page 16 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual I/O Devices Serial (COM) Port • One Fast UART 16550 port on I/O back panel (COM1) (continued) • Rear VGA Port Peripheral USB Devices Devices • Two (2) USB 3.0 ports on the IO back panel (USB 0/1) •...
  • Page 17 TDP sizing. Note 2: For IPMI configuration instructions, please refer to the Embedded IPMI Configuration User's Guide available at http://www.supermicro.com/sup- port/manuals/. Note 3: It is strongly recommended that you change BMC log-in information upon initial system power-on. The manufacture default username is ADMIN and the password is ADMIN.
  • Page 18 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual DDR4 NCSI DDR4 AST2500 IPMI LAN RTL8211E RJ45 32MB BMC UART COM1 SPI FLASH port 0,1 Boot Flash 64MB BIOS SPI FLASH REAR Type A USB3.0 CTRL Ti 7340 USB3.0 HUB Ti 8041 port 2,3...

  • Page 19: The Power9 Sforza Processor Overview

    Chapter 1: Overview The Power9 Sforza Processor Overview The P9DSU-C motherboard uses dual Power9 Sforza processors that support 12 or 24 cores per processor with each core running at 4GHz. The 12-core proces- sor offers up to 8 threads per core (SMT8), and the 24-core processor offers up to 4 threads per core (SMT4).

  • Page 20: Special Features

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Special Features Recovery from AC Power Loss The BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) firmware determines how the system will respond when AC power is lost and then restored to the system. The system will remain powered off if the previous power state was off before a power loss. The system power will be turned on automatically if the previous system power state was On before the power loss.

  • Page 21: Bmc Controller

    SAS/SATA I/O controller The P9DSU-C motherboard integrates the Microsemi PM8069 SSCi SAS/SATA controller which supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10. It supports up to 8 lanes of PCI-E 3.0 with each lane supporting transfer rates of up to 8.0Gbps. Furthermore, it can support up to 8 lanes of 1.5G/3G/6G SATA or 3G/6G/12G SAS.

  • Page 22: Chapter 2 Installation

    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. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components.
  • Page 23 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual 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. Jeter les piles usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

  • Page 24: Product Disposal

    Chapter 2: Installation Product Disposal Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. 製品の廃棄 この製品を廃棄処分する場合、 国の関係する全ての法律 ・ 条例に従い処理する必要が あります。 警告 本产品的废弃处理应根据所有国家的法律和规章进行。 警告 本產品的廢棄處理應根據所有國家的法律和規章進行。 Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen.

  • Page 25: Static-Sensitive Devices

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To avoid pos- sible damage to your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD.

  • Page 26: Motherboard Installation

    Standoffs (14 pieces, if needed) Location of Mounting Holes There are thirteen (13) mounting holes on this motherboard indicated by the arrows. P9DSU-C REV:1.10 Notes: 1. To avoid damaging the motherboard and its components, please do not use a force greater than 8 lb/inch on each mounting screw during motherboard installation.

  • Page 27: Installing The Motherboard

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Installing the Motherboard 1. If applicable, install the I/O shield into the chassis. The chassis you are us- ing may vary depending on the manufacturer, so please consult the chassis' documentation for the location of mounting holes, etc.

  • Page 28: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately. • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on CPU support. Installing the Processor Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the lever screw.
  • Page 29 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Pull the lever straight up to expose the plastic socket cover. Socket cover With your forefinger, carefully pry the plastic socket cover from the angled corner until it pops out. Then, lift the plastic socket cover upwards, exposing the socket pins.
  • Page 30 Chapter 2: Installation With the plastic socket cover removed, align the CPU keys, which are semi-circle cutouts, against the socket keys. Insert the CPU carefully as shown. Lower CPU into socket carefully. Do not touch socket pins in this area. Align CPU key CPU inserted correctly with keys aligned...

  • Page 31: Installing The Heatsink

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Installing the Heatsink A heatsink such as the one shown below must be installed with the CPU to com- plete its installation. To install the heatsink, align the socket's two nubs with the corresponding nub holes under the heatsink.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2: Installation The illustration below shows the heatsink lowered into the socket and aligned properly, with the socket lever still raised up. Lower the socket lever as shown above. With a Phillips screwdriver, hand tighten the lever screw clockwise to secure both the heatsink and CPU in place. Do not over tighten.

  • Page 33: 2-5 Installing And Removing The Memory Modules

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual 2-5 Installing and Removing the Memory Modules Note: Check Supermicro's website for recommended memory modules. CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Installing & Removing DIMMs 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with P1-DIMMA1.
  • Page 34 Chapter 2: Installation Memory Support for the P9DSU-C Motherboard The P9DSU-C motherboard supports up to 512 GB of Registered (RDIMM) ECC DDR4 1600 MHz (max.) memory modules in 16 DIMM slots. Please note that DDR4 1866 MHz/2133 MHz/2400 MHz memory modules are supported by this mother- board;...
  • Page 35 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Minimum Boot Up 2-14...
  • Page 36 Chapter 2: Installation Recommended Configuration 2-15...
  • Page 37 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual 2-16...

  • Page 38: Control Panel Connectors And I/O Ports

    Chapter 2: Installation Control Panel Connectors and I/O Ports See the image below for the locations of I/O ports. Back Panel Connectors and I/O Ports P9DSU-C REV:1.10 Back Panel I/O Port Locations and Definitions 1. USB 3.0 Port0 2. USB 3.0 Port1 3.

  • Page 39: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Universal Serial Bus (USB) Two USB 3.0 ports (USB 0/1) are located on the I/O back panel. A USB header, which provides two USB 3.0 connections (USB3/4) for front access, is located next to GPU Power 3 connector on the motherboard. In addition, a Type A USB connector (USB2), located next to GPU Power 2 (GPUPWR2) connector, also provides front USB 3.0 support.

  • Page 40: Lan Port

    The COM1 port, located on the I/O back panel, provides serial communication (RS- 232) support for the motherboard. Refer to the board layout below for the location. Serial COM Ports Pin Definitions Pin # Definition Pin # Definition Ground 1. IPMI_LAN 2. COM1 P9DSU-C REV:1.10 2-19...

  • Page 41: Bmc Debug Header

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual BMC Debug Header A BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) debug header is located on JCOM2 on the motherboard. Use this header for BMC debugging. Refer to the board layout below for the location. Video Connector A Video (VGA) connector is located on the I/O back panel. This connector is used to provide video and CRT display.

  • Page 42: Unit Identifier Switches/Uid Led Indicators

    Note: UID can also be triggered via IPMI on the motherboard. For more information on IPMI, please refer to the IPMI User's Guide posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com. UID Switch UID LED...

  • Page 43: Front Control Panel

    These connectors are designed specifically for use with Supermicro's server chassis. See the figure below for the descriptions of the various control panel buttons and LED indicators. Refer to the following section for descriptions and pin definitions.

  • Page 44: Front Control Panel Pin Definitions

    A. NMI B. PWR LED Ground FP PWRLED 3.3 V 3/3V Stby HDD LED NIC1 Link LED NIC1 Activity LED P9DSU-C NIC2 Activity LED REV:1.10 NIC2 Link LED UID LED Blue Cathode OH/Fan Fail LED Power Fail LED 3.3V Reset...

  • Page 45: Hdd Led

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual HDD LED The HDD LED connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach a cable here to show HDD activity status. See the table below for pin definitions. HDD LED Pin Definitions (JF1)

  • Page 46: Overheat (Oh)/Fan Fail/Pwr Fail/Uid Led

    A. OH/Fail/PWR Fail LED B. PWR Supply Fail Ground FP PWRLED 3.3 V 3/3V Stby HDD LED NIC1 Link LED NIC1 Activity LED P9DSU-C REV:1.10 NIC2 Activity LED NIC2 Link LED OH/Fan Fail LED UID LED Blue Cathode 3.3V Power Fail LED Reset...

  • Page 47: Reset Button

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Reset Button The Reset Button connection is located on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a hardware reset switch on the computer case to support system reset. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.

  • Page 48: Connecting Cables

    SAS CTLR 7. GPU PWR2 SXB1_3 SAS 0~3 SAS 4~7 8. GPU PWR3 SAS 8~11 PSU2 PSU1 JGPW1 BP PWR Battery JBT1 GPU PWR1 JPW1 JPW2 JPW3 T-SGPIO3 JBAT1 P9DSU-C CPU1 REV:1.10 J1_I2C14 JGPW3 CPU2 FAN8 LEDPWR FAN3 HDD_LED1 FAN4 2-27...

  • Page 49: Ipmb

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual IPMB A System Management Bus header for IPMI 2.0 is located at JIPMB1. Connect the appropriate cable here to use the IPMB I C connection on your system. IPMB Header Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Data...

  • Page 50: Fan Headers

    See the table below for pin definitions. Fan Header Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Ground +12V Tachometer PWR Modulation 1. FAN 1 2. FAN 2 3. FAN 3 4. FAN 4 5. FAN 5 6. FAN 6 7. FAN 7 8. FAN 8 P9DSU-C REV:1.10 2-29...

  • Page 51: Tpm Header

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual TPM Header A Trusted Platform Module header is located at JTPM1 to provide TPM support. Use this header to enhance system performance and data security. See the table below for pin definitions. TPM Header Pin Definitions...

  • Page 52: Sgpio Header

    See the table below for pin definitions. Refer to the layout below for the location of the Internal Buzzer. Internal Buzzer Pin Definition Pin# Definitions Pin 1 Pos. (+) Beep In Pin 2 Neg. (-) Alarm Speaker 1. T-SGPIO3 (SGPIO Header) 2. Internal Speaker/Buzzer P9DSU-C REV:1.10 2-31...

  • Page 53: Jumper Settings

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board.

  • Page 54: Onboard Led Indicators

    See the table below for more information. Onboard PWR LED Indicator LED States LED Color Definition System Off (PWR cable not connected) Green: System On 1. IPMI LAN LED 2. Onboard PWR LED P9DSU-C REV:1.10 2-33...

  • Page 55: Bmc Heartbeat Led

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual BMC Heartbeat LED A BMC Heartbeat LED is located at LEDBMC on the motherboard. When this LED is blinking, BMC functions normally. See the table below for more information. BMC Heartbeat LED States Color/State Definition...

  • Page 56: 2-10 Sas/Sata Connections

    2-10 SAS/SATA Connections SAS/SATA 3.0 Connections P9DSU-C can support up to sixteen SAS/SATA 3.0 ports via MicroSemi PM8069 controller. This can be done by utilizing SAS0-3, SAS4-7 and SAS8-11 connec- tors, each of which can support up to four SAS3.0 or USB3.0 ports. There are also SAS12 and SAS14 ports which can support SAS devices or can be used as unpowered SATA ports.

  • Page 57: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Procedures Use the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you have followed all of the procedures below and still need assistance, refer to the ‘Technical Support Procedures’ and/or ‘Returning Merchandise for Service’ section(s) in this chapter. Note: Always disconnect the power cord before adding, changing or installing any hardware components.

  • Page 58: No Video

    2. Memory support: Make sure that the memory modules are supported by test- ing the modules using memtest86 or a similar utility. Note: Refer to the product page on our website http:\\www.supermicro. com for memory and processor support and updates.
  • Page 59 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 4. System cooling: Check system cooling to make sure that all system fans work properly. Check Hardware Monitoring settings in BMC to make sure that the SCM and system temperatures are within the normal range. Also check the front panel Overheat LED, and make sure that the Overheat LED is not on.

  • Page 60: Technical Support Procedures

    Technical Support Procedures Before contacting Technical Support, please take the following steps. Also, please note that as a motherboard manufacturer, Supermicro, also sells motherboards through its distributors. It is best to first check with your distributor or reseller for troubleshooting services - they should know of any possible problem(s) with the specific system configuration that was sold to you.

  • Page 61: Proper Battery Disposal

    It is recommended that you do not upgrade your PNOR firmware if you are not experiencing any problems with your system. Updated PNOR files are located on our website at http://www.supermicro.com. Please check our PNOR warning mes- sage and the information on how to update your PNOR on our website. Select your motherboard model and download the firmware file to your computer.

  • Page 62: Returning Merchandise For Service

    Warning: Do not shut down or reset the system while updating the firmware to prevent possible system boot failure! Note: The PNOR chip used on this motherboard cannot be removed. Send your motherboard back to our RMA Department at Supermicro for repair. For recovery instructions, please refer to the recovery Instructions posted at http://www.supermicro.com.

  • Page 63: Chapter 4 Pnor

    Chapter 4 PNOR Introduction This chapter describes the PNOR setup utility for the P9DSU-C. It also provides the instructions on how to navigate the PNOR setup utility screens. The PNOR is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated.

  • Page 64: Main Setup

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Main Setup When you first enter the PNOR setup, you will enter the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by pressing the Escape [ESC] key on your keyboard.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: PNOR System Information This submenu displays the following information about the system: System Type System ID Primary Platform Versions BMC Current Side Management (BMC) Interface (MAC Address) Network Interfaces (Detected)
  • Page 66 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual System Configuration Add Device This option allows for the addition of a boot device. Scroll down to your selection and press <Enter> or select OK to select. Press <Cancel> to cancel and return to the previous screen.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: PNOR Network This section will configure the manner in which the system obtains an IP address to connect to the network. DHCP on all active interfaces Select this option to allow the system to obtain a dynamic IP address from a DHCP server (Dynamic Host and Configuration Protocol) within the network.
  • Page 68 Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual Static IP Configuration Select this option to manually enter the IP Address (Static IP), Gateway Address, DNS Servers, and other configuration settings. Press <Enter> or select, then enter the information on the fields provided. Press <Cancel> to cancel and return to the previous screen.
  • Page 69 Chapter 4: PNOR Language When other options are available, this feature will change the default language of this interface for English (Default). Press <Enter> or select, then enter the informa- tion on the fields provided. Press <Cancel> to cancel and return to the previous screen.

  • Page 70: Appendix Asoftware Installation Instructions

    Note 1: To properly install the supported OS, please refer to the instructions posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/. Note 2: Your system supports Linux, and all drivers needed for your sys- tem have been integrated in the Linux kernel. There will be no Driver CD provided for your system.

  • Page 71: When Your System Becomes Unstable Or You Cannot Boot To The Os

    Super P9DSU-C Motherboard User’s Manual A-2 When Your System Becomes Unstable or You Cannot Boot to the OS When your system becomes unstable or you cannot boot to the OS, please follow the instructions below for troubleshooting. • Check the following settings to make sure that these settings are set to Factory Default settings.

  • Page 72: Appendix B Sensor Reading Variations

    Appendix B: Sensor Reading Variations Appendix B Sensor Reading Variations B-1 Sensor Reading Variations This motherboard has an onboard Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) chip that performs system health monitoring continuously. When the BMC detects the settings of a components in the system, it will display the status and the readings of this component.

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