Gigabyte GS-R12T4S Service Manual
Gigabyte GS-R12T4S Service Manual

Gigabyte GS-R12T4S Service Manual

Lga1366 socket motherboard for intel xeon series processors

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GS-R12T4S
LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel
Xeon
series processors
®
®
Service Guide
Rev. 1.0

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  • Page 1 GS-R12T4S LGA1366 socket motherboard for Intel Xeon series processors ® ® Service Guide Rev. 1.0...
  • Page 2 GIGABYTE's prior written permission. Documentation Classifications In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of documentations:  For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
  • Page 3 Please note WHEN ORDERING SPARE PARTS, you should check the most up-to-date informationavailable on your regional web or channel. For whatever reason, if a part num- ber change is made,it will not be noted in the printed Service Guide. For GIGABYTE-AU- THORIZED SERVICEPROVIDERS, your GIGABYTE office may have a DIFFERENT part number code to thosegiven in the FRU list of this printed Service Guide.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Box Contents ........................5 Safety, Care and Regulatory Information ................6 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................9 Installation Precautions ..................9 Product Specifications ..................10 Chapter 2 System Hardware Installation ..............12 Removing Chassis Cover ................13 Installing the CPU ..................14 Installing the Heat Sink .................
  • Page 5: Box Contents

    Box Contents GS-R12T4S Driver CD Two SATA cables I/O Shield • The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain. The box contents are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 6: Safety, Care And Regulatory Information

    Safety, Care and Regulatory Information Important safety information Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before you operateyour sys- tem. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use. • The product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.* If your computer has a voltage selector switch, make sure that the switch is in the proper position foryour area.
  • Page 7 enceIn which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interfer- ence when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 8 facility designatedby the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equip- ment malfunctions,may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility,telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if resent are connected together.
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 1 Hardware Installation Installation Precautions The motherboard/system contain numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the service guide and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer.
  • Page 10: Product Specifications

    1-2 Product Specifications Support for Dual Intel Xeon Nehalem-EP/Westmere processors in 1366 socket Š ® ® Supports QuickPath Interconnect up to 6.4GT/s Š Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology (EIST) & Demand BasedSwitch (DBS) Š Support Intel Virtualization Technology (VT) Š Intel 5500 (Tylersburg-24D) Chipset Š...
  • Page 11 430Wx43.5Hx710D (mm) Š Dimension Electrical Fixed 1U PSU 500W 100-240VAC at 80% efficiency Š Power Supply * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. - 11 - Hardware Installation...
  • Page 12: Chapter 2 System Hardware Installation

    Chapter 2 System Hardware Installation Pre-installation Instructions Perform the steps below before you open the server or before you remove or replaceany component. • Back up all important system and data files before performing any hardwareconfiguration. • Turn off the system and all the peripherals connected to it. • Locate the pin one of the CPU.
  • Page 13: Removing Chassis Cover

    Removing Chassis Cover Before you remove or install the system cover • Make sure the system is not turned on or connected to AC power. Follow these instructions to remove the system cover: Loosen and remove the screws securing the front chaasis cover. Push down the indentation located at the side of the back chassis and slide toward to remove the back chassis cover.
  • Page 14: Installing The Cpu

    Installing the CPU Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
  • Page 15: Installing The Heat Sink

    Installing the Heat Sink Follow these instructions to install the heat sinks: Apply thermal compound evenly on the top of the CPU. Remove the protective cover from the underside of the heat sink. Place the heat sink(s) on top of the CPU and tighten the four positioning screws. - 15 - Hardware Installation...
  • Page 16: Installing The Memory

    Installing the Memory Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory: • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.
  • Page 17: Installing A Memory

    2-4-2 Installing a Memory Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. Be sure to install DDR3 DIMMs on this motherboard. Follow these instructions to install the Memory: Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot, and push it down.
  • Page 18: Installing The Pci Expansion Card

    Installing the PCI Expansion Card • Voltages can be present within the server whenever an AC power source is connected. This volt- age is present even when the main power switch is in the off position. Ensure that the system is powered-down and all power sources have been disconnected from the server prior to installing a PCI card.
  • Page 19: Installing The Hard Disk Drive

    Installing the Hard Disk Drive Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the Hard disk drive: • Take note of the drive tray orientation before sliding it out. • The tray will not fit back into the bay if inserted incorrectly. •...
  • Page 20: Hard Disk Drive Security Lock

    2-6-1 Hard Disk Drive Security Lock The HDD bays incorporate a security screw to prevent accidental HDD release.To engage the lock, turn the security screw clock-wise toward the Lock symbol. To disengage the lock,turn the security screw counter clock-wise toward the Unlock symbol as shown. Hardware Installation - 20 -...
  • Page 21: Removing And Installing The Fan Duct

    Removing and Installing the Fan Duct Follow these instructions to remove/install the fan duct: Loosen and remove the screws securing the fan duct. Lift up to remove the fan duct To install the fan duct, align the fan duct with the guiding groove. Push down the fan duct into chassis until its firmly seats - 21 - Hardware Installation...
  • Page 22: Replacing The Fan Assemblly

    Replacing the FAN Assemblly Follow these instructions to replace the fan assembly: Remove thefan assemble pulling the rear edge in the direction of the arrow. Lift up the fan assembly from the chassis. Reverse the previous steps to install the replacement fan assembly. Hardware Installation - 22 -...
  • Page 23: Replacing The Motherboard

    Replacing the Motherboard Follow these instructions to replace the motherboard: Remove the chassis cover. See Removing the Chassis Cover on page 11. Remove the fanduct from the chassis by pulling the rear edge in the direction of the arrow. Remove the processor, heat sink, memory module, and PCI assembly.
  • Page 24: Replacing The Power Supply

    2-10 Replacing the Power Supply Follow these instructions to replace the power supply: Disconnect the three power cables. Remove the thress screws securing on the power supply. Lift the power supply out of the chassis in the direction of the arrow. Insert the replacement power supply firmly into the chassis.
  • Page 25: Chapter 3 System Appearance

    Chapter 3 System Appearance Front View Decription HDD bay HDD bay lock HDD front release button HDD bay HDD bay Front USB 2.0 ports Front Panel LEDs and buttons HDD bay - 25 - Hardware Installation...
  • Page 26: Rear View

    Rear View Decription Power module Serial port VGA port USB 2.0 ports RJ-45 LAN ports Full-height riser card bay Hardware Installation - 26 -...
  • Page 27: Front Panel Led And Buttons

    Front Panel LED and Buttons No. Name Color Status Description NMI button Reset button LAN1 LED Green Link between system andnetwork or no access Green Blink Network access LAN2 LED Green Link between system andnetwork or no access Green Blink Network access HDD Status Green...
  • Page 28: Rear System Lan Leds

    Rear System LAN LEDs No. Name Color Status Description Orange Linking at 1 Gbps data rate Connection/ Green Linking at 100 Mbps data rate Speed LED Linking at 10 Mbps data rate Activity LED Green Blink Data transmission or receiving is occurring Green No data transmission Hardware Installation...
  • Page 29: Hard Disk Drive Leds

    Hard Disk Drive LEDs Description SATA HDD LEDs Green HDD Prsent HDD Access Blink (4Hz) HDD Failure HDD Removed HDD connected and rebuilding data Blink (1Hz) HDD locate Blink (4Hz) Blink (4Hz) - 29 - Hardware Installation...
  • Page 30: Chapter 4 Motherboard Components

    Chapter 4 Motherboard Components GA-7TCSV3 Motherboard Components Hardware Installation - 30 -...
  • Page 31 Code Description ID_SW ID switch GBE1_2 RJ45 LAN ports USB1 USB ports USB2 USB ports VGA1 VGA port COM1 Serial port SSI_2X4P1 8 pin power connector CPU1 Intel LGA1366 socket (Secondary CPU) DDR_P1C2D0 Channel C slot 0 (for secondary CPU) DDR_P1C1D0 Channel B slot 0 (for secondary CPU) DDR_P1C0D0...
  • Page 32: Jumper Setting

    Jumper Setting Jumper Code Jumper Setting 1-2 Close: Normal operation (Default setting) CLR_CMOS (Clearing CMOS Jumper) 2-3 Close: Clear CMOS data PASS_DIS 1-2 Close: Normal operation. (Default setting) (Skip Supervisor 2-3 Close: Skip supervisor password. Password Jumper) 1-2 Close: Normal operation (Default setting) BIOS_RVCR (BIOS Recovery Jumper) 2-3 Close: BIOS recovery mode.

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