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  • Page 1 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server User’s Guide G52-S9245X3...

  • Page 2: Fcc-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Micro-Star International MS-9245 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Copyright Notice

    Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/ Contact our technical staff at: support@msi.com.tw...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement ... ii Copyright Notice ... iii Trademarks ... iii Revision History ... iii Technical Support ... iii Safety Instructions ... v Chapter 1. Getting Started ... 1-1 System Specifications ... 1-2 Mainboard Layout ... 1-6 Packing Checklist ...
  • Page 6 Connectors ... 2-9 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 ... 2-9 Fan Power Connectors: SFAN1/SFAN2/SFAN3/SFAN4/SFAN5 . 2-10 Ultra320 SCSI Connector: SCSI 1 ... 2-11 Server Management Card Connector: J16 ... 2-12 Rear Status LED: J20 ... 2-13 Jumpers ... 2-14 Boot Block Jumper: JBBF1 ...
  • Page 7 The Boot Menu ... 3-23 The Exit Menu ... 3-24 Chapter 4. Chassis Installation ... 4-1 System Assembly ... 4-2 Chassis Cover ... 4-2 CPU and Heatsink ... 4-3 CPU and Heatsink (continued) ... 4-4 DIMM ... 4-5 PCI Cards ... 4-6 IDE Hard Disks ...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1. Getting Started

    Server Barebone! The MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server is a high- performance barebone system powered by AMD Opteron processors in Socket 940. With high scalability, reliability, ease of use, and overall value, the MS-9245 makes an ideal choice for value conscious customers. Getting Started...

  • Page 9: System Specifications

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server System Specifications Mainboard MSI-9145 mainboard Supports AMD Opteron Chipset AMD 8111 I/O bridge AMD 8131 PCI-X Hub 2D/3D graphics controller ATI Rage XL Video Controller with 8 MB of memory Memory Supports up to 8 Registered ECC DDR200/266/333/400 DIMMs...
  • Page 10 2 IDE connectors, supporting up to 4 ATA-100/133 compatible devices MSI Server Management IPMI 1.5 (optional) MSI-9549 BMC card (with QLogic Zircon UL BMC) and MSI iConsole AP support IPMI 1.5 (optional) 4 pcs, 40 x 28 mm system fan...
  • Page 11 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server MS-9549 BMC Card Specification BMC Chip : - Qlogic Zircon UL ( ARM7 TDMI 40M RISC) , 128pin PQFP - Host hardware interface : LPC interface - Host software interface : KCS interface Memory Size - 256 X 16 Bits SRAM...
  • Page 12 Getting Started CPU Fan speed control dependent on System Temperature System Fan speed control dependent on System Temperature Sensor Management Monitored Voltage: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore, 5V standby, +2.5V Thermal protection (CPU/System overheat shut down through BMC) No Chassis Intrusion LED x 6 ( Power , DASD , Fault , ID_LED , BMC Heartbeat ) On-Board Diagnostic LEDs ( 8 x Memory DIMM, 2 x CPU, 5 x FAN ) Support shared NIC (Broadcom 5704C)

  • Page 13: Mainboard Layout

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Mainboard Layout SYSFAN1_ERR_LED SFAN1 SCSI 1 IDE2 BATT PCIX1 RAGE XL COM2 MS-9145 v1.X Mainboard SYSFAN2_ERR_LED SFAN2 IDE1 CPU1_ERR_LED 8111 8131 Broadcom 5704C JSMB1 SFAN3 SFAN4 SFAN5 CPU0_ERR_LED BIOS...

  • Page 14: Packing Checklist

    In addition, keep the box and packing materials for possible future use. Your MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Barebone package should contain the following items: * MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server...

  • Page 15: System Configuration

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server System Configuration This section shows the configuration of the MS-9245 from different angles, and the connectors and buttons on the front and back panel. Front View Slim CD-ROM (optional) Hot Swap 80-pin SCSI HDD: HDD 1 (ID0)

  • Page 16: Rear View

    NMI Switch Error LED** NOTE * Please refer to Table 1. MS-9245 Front Bezel & Rear I/O LEDs Definitions for more information on Power LED. ** Please refer to Table 2. MS-9245 System Error and Diagnostic LEDs Definitions for more information on Error LED.
  • Page 17 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Table 1. MS-9245 Front Bezel & Rear I/O LEDs Definitions Color Power Green IDE HDD Activity Green Error Amber Location Blue (Controlled by MSI iConsole AP only) Information Amber Swappable SCSI Green HDD Access 1-10 State...
  • Page 18 Table 2. MS-9245 System Error and Diagnostic LEDs Definitions Item Error LED Diagnostic LED CPU Error LED ON SCSI Error LED ON FAN Error LED ON Memory Error LED ON Memory error/failure Diagnostic LEDs Diagnostic LEDs use signal display to help users understand their system.When POST or Service Processor detects an error, the correspond-...

  • Page 19: Usb Connectors

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server The Rear Panel provides the following connectors: LAN (RJ-45) Jacks: Giga-bit LAN The mainboard provides two standard RJ-45 jacks for connection to Lo- cal Area Network (LAN). Giga-bit LAN enables data to be transferred at 1000, 100 or 10Mbps.

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    Serial Port Connectors: COM 1 & COM 2 (optional) The mainboard offers two 9-pin DIN connectors for serial ports COM 1 and COM 2. The ports are 16550A high speed communication ports that send/ receive 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to them.

  • Page 21: Top View

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Top View Proprietary Power Supply Slim CD-ROM Drive DIMM Slots PCI Slots Heatsinks Fan Duct AC Power Connector 1-14...

  • Page 22: Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

    Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Hardware Setup This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards, as well as how to setup the jump- ers on the mainboard. Also, it provides the instructions on connecting the peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, etc.

  • Page 23: Central Processing Unit: Cpu

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Central Processing Unit: CPU The mainboard supports Single AMD Opteron DP™ processor(s). The mainboard uses two CPU sockets called Socket 940 for easy CPU installation. You can install SINGLE or DUAL CPUs on the mainboard to meet your own needs. Keep the following points in mind before installing CPU(s): 1.

  • Page 24: Cpu Installation Procedures For Socket 940

    CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 940 1. Make sure that the computer is turned off, and the power cord disconnected before in- stalling the CPU. 2. Pull the lever sideways away from the socket, and raise it up to a 90-degree angle. 3.

  • Page 25: Memory

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server The mainboard supports up to eight registered ECC DDR200/266/333 DIMMs providing up to 16GB of memory. Each DIMM slot supports up to a maximum size of 2GB. You can install either single- or double-sided modules to meet your own needs.

  • Page 26: Installing Ddr Modules

    Installing DDR Modules 1. The DDR DIMM has only one notch on the center of module. The module will only fit in the right orientation. 2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the socket.

  • Page 27: 18-Pin Main Power Supply Connector: J10

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server The mainboard supports SSI power supply for the power system. Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all components are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused. 18-Pin Main Power Supply Connector: J10 This connector provides power supply to the system board.

  • Page 28: Hardware Setup

    12V_1 12V_2 12V_3 RET1 12V_4 RET2 RET3 RET4 RET5 5V_1 RET6 5V_2 RET7 5V_3 RET8 5V_4 RET9 RET10 Molex_44472-1853 +5VSB +5VSB2 -ON_+OFF +5VSB_RET -EPOW +5VSB_RET2 -FAN_FAULT DCGOOD/-POR SPARE1 -FAN_HS SPARE2 Molex_43045-1413 Hardware Setup 12V_1 12V_2 I2C_A0 12V_3 I2C_A1 12V_4 I2C_A2 I2C_CLK 5V_1 I2C_DATA...

  • Page 29: Front Panel Connector: J13

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server SM Card 3rd I2C Bus Connector: JSMB1 The mainboard provides one I2C (also known as I users to connect to System Management Bus (SMBus) interface. JSMB1 Front Panel Connector: J13 The mainboard provides one front panel connector for electrical connec- tion to the front panel switches and LEDs.

  • Page 30: Hard Disk Connectors: Ide1 & Ide2

    Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra DMA 33/66/100/ 133 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra DMA 33/66/ 100/133 function. You can connect up to four hard disk drives, CD-ROM, 120MB Floppy (reserved for future BIOS) and other devices.

  • Page 31: Fan Power Connectors: Sfan1/Sfan2/Sfan3/Sfan4/Sfan5

    CPU fan control. NOTE 1. Always consult the vendors for proper CPU cooling fan. 2. SFAN supports the fan control. MS-9245 will automati- cally control the CPU fan speed according to the system temperature. 2-10...

  • Page 32: Ultra320 Scsi Connector: Scsi 1

    Ultra320 SCSI Connector: SCSI 1 SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is a hardware interface that allows for connection of up to 15 peripheral devices. The mainboard provides one SCSI channel (SCSI 1) for you to connect SCSI devices such as SCSI hard disks.

  • Page 33: Server Management Card Connector: J16

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Server Management Card Connector: J16 This connector allows you to insert a Server Management Card. 2-12 COM1_DI(I) COM1_RST#(O) COM1_DCD#(I) COM1_RI#(I) COM1_CTS#(I) COM1_DO(O) (I)LPC_CLK COM1_DTR#(O) COM1_DSR#(I) LPC_FRAME# COM1_EN/SW#(O) COM2_EN/SW#(O) (O)LPC_INT# COM_BUS_EXCH(O) (O)LPC_DRQ# POST/I2C_ACK#(O) (I)POST/I2C_REQ# 5VSB_VDD_ANALOG FAN_TACH0(I) (O)FAN_PWM0...

  • Page 34: Rear Status Led: J20

    Hardware Setup Rear Status LED: J20 The LED shows the error and power status. Error LED (Amber) Power LED (Green) 2-13...

  • Page 35: Jumpers

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Boot Block Jumper: JBBF1 Users can short connect pin#2-3 to recover the system BIOS with a Recovery Floppy. When the system is done with the job, the buzzer will beep to notify the user and set the jumper to its normal state (pin#1-2 short connected).

  • Page 36: Slots

    The motherboard provides two 64-bit PCI-X 100/133MHz slots. One is full length and the other is half length. PCI Slots Two PCI slots allow you to insert the expansion cards to meet your needs. When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first.

  • Page 37: Chapter 3. Bios Setup

    Chapter 3. BIOS Setup BIOS Setup This chapter provides information on the BIOS Setup pro- gram and allows you to configure the system for optimum use. You may need to run the Setup program when: An error message appears on the screen during the system booting up, and requests you to run SETUP.

  • Page 38: Entering Setup

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <F2> key to enter Setup. Press F2 to enter SETUP If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button.

  • Page 39: Getting Help

    Press <Esc> to exit the Help screen. MSI Reminds You... The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under continuous update for better system performance.

  • Page 40: The Menu Bar

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Once you enter PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. On the Main Menu screen, you will see basic BIOS settings including system time & date, and the setup categories the BIOS supplies. Use Arrow keys to move among the items and menus, and make changes to the settings.
  • Page 41 BIOS Setup Power Menu Use this menu to specify your settings for power management. Boot Menu Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices. Exit Menu This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory default set- tings into the BIOS and exit the BIOS setup utility with or without changes.

  • Page 42: The Main Menu

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server The items inside the Main menu are for basic system information and configuration. Each item includes none, one or more setup items. Use the Up/ Down arrow keys or <Tab> to highlight the item or field you want to modify and use the <+>...
  • Page 43 If you select [Manual], related information is asked to be entered to the follow- ing items. Enter the information directly from the keyboard. This information should be provided in the documentation from your hard disk vendor or the system manufacturer. Type Multi-Sector Transfers LBA Mode Control...

  • Page 44: The Advanced Menu

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server The Advanced Menu Items in the menu are divided into 7 sub-menus. Each sub-menu provides more settings. To enter the sub-menu, highligh the sub-menu you want to configure and press <Enter>. Main Advanced Installed O/S :...

  • Page 45: Chipset Configuration

    Quick Boot Mode This feature allows the system skip certain tests while booting. This will de- crease the time needed to boot the system. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. Chipset Configuration The sub-menu is used to configure chipset features for optimal system performance.
  • Page 46 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server HPET Timer This item allows you to enable/disable HPET high precision event timer. Setting to Disabled will turn off the device and remove it from the ACPI namespace. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. HT Link Frequency This setting specifies the HT (HyperTransport) frequency between CPU0 &...

  • Page 47: Keyboard Configuration

    Dram ECC Scrub CTL This feature sets the rate of BACKGROUND scrubbing for Dram. (In addition to normal ECC scrubbing from system requests.) Options: [Disabled], [1.31 ms], [2.62 ms], [5.24 ms], [10.49 ms], [20.97 ms], [42.0 ms], [84.0 ms]. Note: BACKGROUND agent works independently of CPU requests and bus masters, but cannot be enabled without first enabling Dram ECC.

  • Page 48: I/O Device Configuration

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Keyboard auto-repeat delay It sets the delay time after the key is held down before it begins to repeat the keystroke. Options: [1/4 sec], [1/2 sec], [3/4 sec], [1 sec]. I/O Device Configuration The sub-menu is used to configure I/O Devices for optimal system performance.

  • Page 49: Pci Configuration

    PCI Configuration Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to PCI Configuration. The following submenu will appear. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced PCI Configuration 8PCI Device, Slot #1 8PCI Device, Slot #2 8Onboard SCSI Device 8Onboard LAN Device Select Item Help Select Menu Esc Exit PCI Device, Slot #1 &...
  • Page 50 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Onboard LAN Device The sub-menu is used to configure the onboard LAN device. Press PgUp/ <+> or PgDn/<-> to Onboard LAN Device. The following submenu will appear. LAN Device Function Use this feature to enable or disable the onboard LAN device.

  • Page 51: Console Redirection

    Select Menu Com Port Address This feature allows you to enable/disable the Com port on the motherboard. Options: [Disabled], [On-board COM A]. Console connection This feature indicates whether the console is connected directly to the system or a modem is used for connection. Options: [Direct], [Via modem].

  • Page 52: Post Error Log

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Flow Control This feature allows you to enable flow control. Options: [None], [XON/ XOFF], [CTS/RTS]. Console Type This feature allows you to enable the specified console type. Options: [vt100], [vt100 8bit], [ANSI 7bit], [ANSI], [ut100 plus], [UTF8].

  • Page 53: Ipmi

    Clear all DMI event logs Setting this to Yes will clear the DMI event log after rebooting. Options: [Yes], [No]. Event Logging Select [Enabled] to allow logging of DMI events. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. IPMI Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to IPMI. The following submenu will appear. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced I P M I...
  • Page 54 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Change COM port Setting Select this line to change COM port setting. Options: [Yes], [No]. COM port on BMC Select this line to enable/disable COM port on BMC. Options: [Disabled], [IPMI], [CLI]. Clear System Event Log Enabling this selection will force the BIOS to clear the System Event Log on the next boot.

  • Page 55: The Security Menu

    The Security Menu This section lets you set security passwords to control access to the system at boot time and/or when entering the BIOS setup program. It also allows you to set virus protection at hard disk boot sector. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security...
  • Page 56 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Password on boot Choosing Enabled requires a password on boot. It requires prior setting of the Supervisor password. If supervisor password is set and this option is disabled, BIOS assumes user is booting. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled].

  • Page 57: The Power Menu

    The Power Menu Use this menu to specify your settings for Power Management. Remem- ber that the options available depend upon the hardware installed in your system. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Power Savings : Standby Timeout : Auto Suspend Timeout : Resume On Modem Ring : Resume On LAN : Resume On Time :...
  • Page 58 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Auto Suspend Timeout This feature allows you to specify the inactivity period required after Standby to Suspend (maximum power shutdown). Options: [Disabled], [5 min], [10 min], [15 min], [20 min], [30 min], [40 min], [60 min].

  • Page 59: The Boot Menu

    The Boot Menu Use this menu to arrange to specify the priority of the devices from which the BIOS will attempt to boot the Operating System. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security CD-ROM Drive Removable Devices +Hard Drive MBA v6.2.11 Slot 0208 MBA v6.2.11 Slot 0209 Help Select Item...

  • Page 60: The Exit Menu

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server The following sections describe each of the options on this menu. Note that <Esc> does not exit this menu. You must select one of the items from the menu or menu bar to exit. Main Advanced...
  • Page 61 BIOS Setup Discard Changes The option allows users to restore all of the BIOS settings to previous values. Save Changes The option allows users to save the changes without exiting Setup. 3-25...

  • Page 62: Chapter 4. Chassis Installation

    Chassis Installation This chapter provides instructions on the hardware instal- lation of the MS-9245 in two sections. System Assembly illus- trates how to assemble each component of the MS-9245. Rack Mounting describes the procedures for mounting the unit into the rack in details.

  • Page 63: System Assembly

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server System Assembly Chassis Cover NOTE Before you remove or install these modules, make sure the server is not turned on or connected to the AC power. Locate the release button on the chassis cover. Lift the release button to the upright position.

  • Page 64: Cpu And Heatsink

    Chassis Installation CPU and Heatsink Locate the First and Second CPU sockets. 2nd CPU Socket 1st CPU Socket (If you plan on installing single CPU, use the first CPU socket.) Lift the CPU lever up to a 90 degree arrow sign angle.

  • Page 65: Cpu And Heatsink (Continued)

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server CPU and Heatsink (continued) Push the lever down to secure the CPU in place. Place the heatsink on top of CPU. Screw the heatsink to the chassis.

  • Page 66: Dimm

    DIMM NOTE Memory modules “in pairs” must be of the same type and size. Please refer to DIMM Module Combination on page2-4 for more information. Chassis Installation Locate the DIMM slots. Install at least two DDR modules on the slots. The plastic clip at each side of the DIMM slot will automati-cally close.

  • Page 67: Pci Cards

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server PCI Cards PCI Slot 2 Remove the clip from the chassis. safety lock safety lock PCI Slot 1 Take out the I/O shield on the first PCI slot. Insert the add-on card to the PCI slot.
  • Page 68 Chassis Installation Replace the clip. Follow the procedures described earlier to install the second PCI Card.

  • Page 69: Ide Hard Disks

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server IDE Hard Disks Take out the hard disk and HDD trays. Screw the HDD trays to the hard disk.
  • Page 70 point 1 point 2 point 3 point 4 Chassis Installation Press the release button to pull out the USB tray completely from the chassis. Remove the front bezel by pressing the release buttons (point 1~4) simultaneously. (reverse side) USB tray...
  • Page 71 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server step 2 4-10 Pull the rings inward to push the hard disk back into the hard disk drive bay. Follow the same procedures men- step 1 tioned earlier to install the second hard disk. Replace the front bezel for IDE HDD.
  • Page 72 Chassis Installation Connect the ATA100 cable to the first hard disk. Connect the power cord to the first hard disk. Connect the ATA100 cable and power cord to the second hard disk. 4-11...

  • Page 73: Hot Swap Scsi Hard Disks

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Hot Swap SCSI Hard Disks Unlock the HDD device holder and pull it out from the chassis. Screw the hard disk to the HDD de- vice holder. 4-12...
  • Page 74 Chassis Installation Slide the HDD device holder into the chassis and push it backward until you hear a “click” sound to secure the holder. USB tray You may pull the USB tray open to rest any USB device on it. 4-13...

  • Page 75: Rack Mounting

    MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Rack Mounting Take out the rail set for rack mounting. rail set Position the rail to the rack cabin. Rear Right Press the button to push the locking tab forward. The rail will secure itself to the cabin.
  • Page 76 Chassis Installation Position the rail to the rack cabin. Front Right Press the button to push the locking tab forward. The rail will secure itself to the cabin. Screw to secure the rail on the front. 4-15...
  • Page 77 MS-9245 1U Rackmount Server Follow the same procedures as mentioned earlier in this section to screw the left rail on the front and rear. Align the 1U rackmount server to the rails and push it backward until it reaches the end.

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