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  • Page 1 Corporation and has been reviewed for accuracy and reliability prior to printing. MiTAC assumes no liability whatsoever, and disclaims any express or implied ® warranty, relating to sale and/or use of TYAN products including liability or warranties relating to fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability. MiTAC retains the right to make changes to product descriptions and/or specifications at any time, without notice.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    3.7 Chipset Menu ..................65 3.8 Power Menu ..................73 3.9 Exit Menu ....................74 Chapter 4: Diagnostics ..................75 Beep Codes ..................75 Flash Utility ................... 75 AMIBIOS Post Code ................76 Glossary ......................78 Technical Support ..................... 84 http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    The retail motherboard package should contain the following: S8212 motherboard 6 x SATA cable 2 x SAS cable (for S8212WGM3NR only) USB2.0 cable S8212 user’s manual S8212 Quick Reference guide TYAN® driver CD I/O shield 2 x CPU Mounting Kit http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 4: Chapter 1: Instructions

    128GB REG/ECC memory. The TYAN S8212 is configured with 3 GbE LAN ports, one IDE connector, 6 SATA-II connectors, 8 SAS connectors and 8 USB ports. The S8212 offers exceptional performance for your server platform needs. ®...
  • Page 5 RJ-45 (3) GbE ports EPS12V 24-pin + 8-pin + 8-pin + 4-pin Power power connectors SATA (6) SATA-II connectors (1) 2x12-pin TYAN® front panel header Front Panel (TYFP-SSI) (1) IDE connector Chipset Winbond W83627DHG-P Monitors voltage for CPU, memory, Voltage chipset &...
  • Page 6: Ast2050 Application

    (6) SATA signal cables (2) SAS cables (SAS SKU only) Cable (1) USB bracket cable Optional Riser Card M2083-RS, PCI-E 1U riser card (left) accessories AST2050 Application Please visit the TYAN® Web Site at http://www.tyan.com to download the latest AST2050 User’s Guide. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 7: Chapter 2: Board Installation

    Chapter 2: Board Installation You are now ready to install your motherboard. The mounting-hole pattern of the S8212 matches the E-ATX specifications. Before continuing with installation, confirm that your chassis supports an E-ATX motherboard. How to install our products right… the first time! The first thing you should do is to read this user’s manual.
  • Page 8: Board Image

    2.1 Board Image The picture above is representative of the latest board revision available at the time of publishing. The board you receive may or may not look exactly like this picture. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 9: Block Diagram

    2.2 Block Diagram http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 10: Board Parts, Jumpers And Connectors

    This diagram is representative of the latest board revision available at the time of publishing. The board you receive may not look exactly like the above diagram. For the latest board revision, please visit our web site at www.tyan.com. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 11 JP16 Chassis Intrusion Header IPMB Connector JP19 Onboard VGA Jumper LCM Module Header (Barebones only) 2x10-pin FAN Header (Barebones only) TYAN®-SSI Front Panel Header 2x5-pin SAS FAULT LED Header (Barebones only) 2x5-pin SAS GPIO Header (Barebones only) CPU1_FAN/CPU2_FAN SYS_FAN1/SYS_FAN2 4-pin FAN Header...
  • Page 12 Power off system and disconnect power supply Normal(Default) from AC source Use jumper cap to close Pin_2 and 3 for several seconds to Clear CMOS Replace jumper cap to close Pin_1 and 2 Reconnect power supply to AC source Clear Power on system http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 13 Closed: Disable onboard SAS function JP19: Onboard VGA Disable Jumper Open: Normal (Default) Closed: Disable onboard VGA function JP7: PCI-E Width Switch Open: Normal (Default) Closed: Force PCI-E x16 slot to x8 mode J18: IPMB Connector IPMB IPMB Signal DATA Clock http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 14 USB1 USB2 USB3 USB4 J8: COM2 Connector Signal Signal http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 15 USB D+ USB1 / USB2: USB Front Panel Header Signal Signal PWR_5V PWR-5V USB_N1 USB_N2 USB_P1 USB_P2 J64: TYAN®-SSI Front Panel Header Signal Signal PWR LED+ +3.3V AUX ID LED+ PWR LED- ID LED- HDD LED+ FAULT LED1- HDD LED-...
  • Page 16 ID LED SYS_FAN5 CPU2_FAN SYS_FAN3 SYS_FAN4 CPU2_FAN SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN2 J38: LCM Module Header (Barebones use only) Signal Signal RXD2 5VSB TXD2 Use this header to connect the LCM module with system monitoring function. This header is reserved for barebones use. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 17 Onboard ID LED You can identify the specific system using this LED. Users from remote site could also activate ID LED by input a few commands in IPMI, detailed software support please visit http://www.tyan.com for latest AST2050 user guide. Signal...
  • Page 18: Installing The Processor

    2.4 Installing the Processor Your S8212 supports the latest processor technologies from AMD. Check the TYAN website for latest processor support:http://www.tyan.com. Figure 1.Detailed View of the Thermal Solution AMD PIB Platforms based on the AMD Socket F Processor. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 19 S8212 follows the AMD 1U/2S CPU keep out zone specification. Please use the 1U Rev F back plate on the S8212. The distance of two mounting holes that are used to lock the CPU heat sink down is 3.5” inches. The back plate is mounted to the backside of the motherboard and reinforces the mount locations from shock and vibrations.
  • Page 20 Locate four screw holes on socket and screw the socket to the PCB board. NOTE: Do not assemble CPU before securing socket with screws. Inspect Socket F assembly to PCB. The Socket F must be tightly attached onto the PCB. There must NOT be any gap between stand off the PCB. http://www.tyan.com...
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  • Page 22 2. Use your left thumb and forefinger to hold the lever hook, then pull it to the left side to clear the retention tab. 3. Rotate the lever to a fully open position. 4. Lift the load plate to a fully open position. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 23 7. Close the socket. Rotate the load plate onto the package lid. Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the lever near the hook end under the retention tab. 8. Repeat this procedure for the second processor if necessary. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 24: Heat Sink Installation

    2. After tightening screws secure metal clip to plastic retention bracket center tab. Repeat for on other side of heatsink. 3. After securing metal clip to plastic retention bracket center tab, push down on plastic clip to lock plastic clip to side tab. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 25 Place metal clip over retention frame tab. Repeat for other side. 2. Insert screw through metal clip. BE SURE METAL CLIP IS LOCKED ONTO RETENTION FRAME TAB. 3. Tighten screw through metal clip. Repeat on the other side. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 26: Thermal Interface Material

    CPU lid (applying too much will actually reduce the cooling). Always check the manufacturer of the heatsink & processor to NOTE ensure the Thermal Interface material is compatible with the processor & meets the manufacturer’s warranty requirements http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 27: Finishing Installing The Heat Sink

    (which should already be attached to the heatsink) to the motherboard. The following diagram illustrates how to connect fans onto the motherboard. Once you have finished installing all the fans you can connect your drives (hard drives, CD-ROM drives, etc.) to your motherboard. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 28: Tips On Installing Motherboard In Chassis

    If there are any studs missing, you will know right away since the motherboard will not be able to be securely installed. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 29 Some chassis include plastic studs instead of metal. Although the plastic studs are usable, TYAN® recommends using metal studs with screws that will fasten the motherboard more securely in place. Below is a chart detailing what the most common motherboard studs look like and how they should be installed.
  • Page 30: Installing The Memory

    Refer to the following table for supported DDR2 configurations: (Note: X indicates a populated DIMM slot) Single CPU Installed Dual CPU Installed (CPU1 only) (CPU1 and CPU2) Population Option CPU1_DIMM0 CPU1_DIMM1 CPU1_DIMM2 CPU1_DIMM3 CPU1_DIMM4 CPU1_DIMM5 CPU1_DIMM6 CPU1_DIMM7 CPU2_DIMM0 CPU2_DIMM1 CPU2_DIMM2 CPU2_DIMM3 CPU2_DIMM4 CPU2_DIMM5 CPU2_DIMM6 CPU2_DIMM7 http://www.tyan.com...
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  • Page 32 To remove the memory module, simply push the latches outwards until the memory module pops up. Then remove the module. YOU MUST ALWAYS unplug the power connector from the NOTE motherboard before performing system hardware changes. Otherwise you may damage the board and/or expansion device. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 33: Attaching Drive Cables

    2.10 Attaching Drive Cables Attaching the IDE drive cable is simple. These cables are “keyed” to only allow them to be connected in the correct manner. TYAN® motherboards have two on-board IDE channels, each supporting two drives. The black connector designates the Primary channel, while the white connector designates the Secondary channel.
  • Page 34 SATA Drives The S8212 is also equipped with 6 Serial ATA (SATA) channels and 8 SAS connectors. Connections for these drives are also very simple. There is no need to set Master/Slave jumpers on SATA drives. TYAN® has supplied six SATA cables and three SATA power adapters. If you are in need of other cables or power adapters please contact your place of purchase.
  • Page 35: Installing Add-In Cards

    YOU MUST ALWAYS unplug the power connector from the motherboard before performing system hardware changes. NOTE Otherwise you may damage the board and/or expansion device. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 36: Installing I/O Shield

    The chart below illustrates the different LED states. 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN Link/Activity LED Scheme Left LED Right LED Link Green 10 Mbps Active Blinking Green Link Green Green 100 Mbps Active Blinking Green Green Link Green Orange 1000 Mbps Active Blinking Green Orange No Link http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 37: Installing The Power Supply

    2.13 Installing the Power Supply There are three power connectors on your S8212. TYAN® recommends that you have an EPS12V power supply which has one 24-pin, two 8-pin and one 4- pin power connectors. PW3: 2x2 pin power Connector for DIMMs.
  • Page 38: Finishing Up

    In the rare circumstance that you have experienced difficulty, you can get help by asking your vendor for assistance. If they are not available for assistance, please find setup information and documentation online at our website or by calling your vendor’s support line. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 39: Chapter 3: Bios

    Changes settings. 3.1.2 Getting Help Pressing [F1] will display a small help window that describes the appropriate keys to use and the possible selections for the highlighted item. To exit the Help Window, press [ESC] or the [F1] key again. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 40 BIOS menu are continually changing due to the BIOS updating. The BIOS menu provided are the most updated ones when this manual is written. Please visit TYAN®’s website at http://www.tyan.com for the information of BIOS updating. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 41: Bios Main Menu

    This displays the amount of system memory present on the system. System Time / System Date System Time: Adjusts the system clock. HH Hours (24hr. format): MM Minutes : SS Seconds System Date: Adjusts the system date. Months : DD Days : YYYY Years http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 42: Bios Advanced Menu

    Configure the IDE devices. SuperIO Configuration Configure Super IO. Hyper Transport Configuration Configure HT links. ACPI Configuration Section for Advanced ACPI Configuration. Hardware Health Configuration Configure / monitor the Hardware Health. IPMI 2.0 Configuration IPMI configuration including server monitoring and event log. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 43 This section allows you to fine tune the processor configuration. GART Error Reporting This option should remain disabled for the normal operation. The driver developer may enable it for testing purpose Disabled / Enabled Microcode Update Disabled / Enabled http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 44 Enable or disable the building of ACPI SRAT Table. Disabled / Enabled CPU Prefetching Enable or disable CPU prefetching. Disabled / Enabled IO Prefetching Enable or disable IO prefetching. Disabled / Enabled Probe Filter Initialization mode for Probe Filter. Auto / Disabled / MP Mode http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 45 Disable/Enable device write protection. This will be effective only if device is accessed through BIOS. Disabled / Enabled IDE Detect Time Out (Sec) Select the time out value for detecting ATA/ATAPI device(s). 0~35 (at 5 interval) ATA(PI) 80Pin Detection Select the mechanism for detecting 80Pin ATA(PI) Cable. [Host & Device] http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 46 Allows BIOS to Select mode for Serial Port 2. Normal / IrDA / Ask IR Parallel Port Address Allows BIOS to Select Parallel Port Base Address. Disabled / 378 / 278 / 3BC Parallel Port IRQ Allows BIOS to Select Parallel Port IRQ. IRQ5 / IRQ7 http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 47 200 MHz / 400 MHz / 600 MHz / 800 MHz / 1 GHz / 1.2 GHz / 1.4 GHz / 1.6 GHz / 1.8 GHz / 2.0 GHz / Auto Link Width The HyperTransport link will run at this width. 4 Bit / 8 Bit / 16 Bit / Auto http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 48 3.3.5 Advanced ACPI Configuration Use this section to configure additional ACPI options. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 49 Root System Description Table (RSDT) table. Enabled / Disabled NOTE: OEMB table is used to pass POST data to the AMI code during ACPI O/S operations. Headless Mode Enable or disable Headless operation mode through ACPI. Disabled / Enabled http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 50 Select SmartFan mode: Disable; Thermal Cruise: Fan steady in tartget Temp range. Slow down if Temp low, speed up if Temp high. Smart Fan: fan speed up as temperature goes up. Sensor Data Register Monitoring Sensor Monitoring for BMC. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 51 3.3.6.1 Sensor Data Register Monitoring Sensor Monitoring for BMC. Read only. It can not be modified in user mode. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 52 Allows the BMC to reset or power down the system if the operating system crashes or hangs. Disabled / Enable BMC Alert LED and Beep BMC Alert LED and Beep ON / OFF FW Key Enter IPMI FW Key upgrade to IPMI or iKVM function. [0000000] http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 53 3.3.7.1 View BMC System Event Log 3.3.7.2 Set PEF Configuration Parameters Command Enable or Disable PEF Support. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 54 3.3.8 MPS Configuration Configure the Multi-Processor Table. Select MPS Revision [1.1] / [1.4] http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 55 3.3.9 PCI-Express Configuration Enable or Disable PCI Express L0 and L1 link power states. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 56 Redirection After BIOS POST Disabled: Turns off the redirection after POST Boot Loader; Boot Loader: Redirection is active during POST and during Boot Loader; Always: Redirection is always active. (Some OSs may not work if set to Always) Terminal Type http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 57 VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support Enable VT-UTF8 Combination Key Support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. Disabled / Enable Sredir Memory Display Delay Gives the delay in seconds to display memory information. No Delay / Delay 1 Sec / Delay 2 Sec / Delay 4 Sec http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 58 EHCI driver. Enabled / Disabled Legacy USB1.1 HC Support Enables support for legacy USB. AUTO option disables legacy support if no USB devices are connected. Enabled / Disabled USB Mass Storage Device Configuration Configure the USB Mass Storage Class Devices. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 59: Pci/Pnp Menu

    Values in units of PCI clocks for PCI device latency timer register 64 / 32 / 96 / 128 / 160 / 192 / 224 / 248 Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA Yes: assigns IRQ to PCI VGA card if card requests IRQ. Yes / No http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 60 Available: Specified DMA is available to be used by PCI/PnP devices. Reserved: Specified DMA is reserved for use by Legacy ISA devices. Reserved Memory Size Size of memory block to reserve for legacy ISA devices. Disabled / 16k / 32k / 64k http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 61: Boot Menu

    Boot Settings Configuration Configure Settings during System Boot. Boot Device Priority Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence. Removable Drives Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence from available Removable Drives. CD/DVD Drives Specifies the Boot Device Priority sequence from available CD/DVD Drives. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 62 Allows user to force BIOS/Option ROM of add-on cards to be displayed during quiet boot. Force BIOS / Keep Current Boot Up Num-Lock Selects Power-on state for Numlock. On / Off PS/2 Mouse Support Select support for PS/2 Mouse. Auto / Enabled / Disabled Wait for ‘F1’ If Error http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 63 Waits for F1 key to be present if error occurs. Enabled / Disabled Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display Displays “Press DEL to run Setup in POST”. Enabled / Disabled Interrupt 19 Capture Enabled: allows option ROMs to trap interrupt 19. Enabled / Disabled http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 64: Security Menu

    HDD is attempted. Disabled / Enabled Trusted Computing Configure settings related to Trusted Computing innovations. To Enable / Disable TPM TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2) support in BIOS. No / Yes http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 65: Chipset Menu

    3.7 Chipset Menu Allows you to change NorthBridge, SouthBridge, or OnBoard Peripherals Configuration http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 66 3.7.1 North Bridge Chipset Configuration Alternate VID Specify the alternate VID while in low power states. Memory Timing Parameters To select which node’s timing parameters to display. CPU Node 0 / CPU Node 1 http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 67 Disabled / Enabled Memory Hole Remapping Enable or Disable Memory Hold remapping. Enabled / Disabled CS Sparing Enable Reserve a spare memory rank in each node. Disabled / Enabled DCT Unganged Mode This allows selection of unganged DRAM mode (64-bit width). http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 68 Always = Unganged mode Power Down Enable Enable or Disable DDR power down mode. Enabled / Disabled Power Down Mode Set the DDR power down mode. Channel / Chip select 3.7.1.2 ECC Configuration Set the level of ECC protection. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 69 3.7.1.3 DRAM Timing Configuration Set Memory Clock Mode and Dram Timing Mode. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 70 Legacy IDE: Use legacy IDE control port. Power Saving Features Disable or Enable power saving features in SB. As general rule, this feature should be disabled for desktop and enabled for mobile. See AMD SB700 Power Saving document for more details. Disabled / Enabled http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 71 PCIE GFX-PCI GFX: Video card scan from PCIE bus to PCI bus. PCI GFX-PCI GFX: Video card scan from PCI bus (onboard VGA) to PCIE bus. Select PCI-E slot1/2 mode Auto: Auto detect by BIOS. 1X16: Slot1 – X16; Slot2 – not work 2X8: Slot1 – X8; Slot2 – X8. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 72 OS: Boot watchdog, starts at OS boot; PowerOn: Start at PowerOn. Chassis intrusion detection Disabled: Disable Chassis intrusion detection; Enabled: When a chassis open event is detected, the BIOS will record the event and issue a warning beep. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 73: Power Menu

    Disabled / Power On / Power Off / Last State RTC Resume Disable / Enable RTC to generate a wake event. Disabled / Enabled Wake On Lan support Enable or Disable Wke On Lan Function in non-ACPI OS. Disabled / Enabled http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 74: Exit Menu

    Load Optimal Defaults Use this option to load default performance setup values. F9 key can be used for this operation. Load Failsafe Defaults Use this option to load all default failsafe setup values. F8 key can be used for this operation. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 75: Chapter 4: Diagnostics

    BIOS flash failure, you must contact your dealer for a replacement BIOS. There are no exceptions. TYAN® does not have a policy for replacing BIOS chips directly with end users. In no event will TYAN® be held responsible for damages done by the end user.
  • Page 76: Amibios Post Code

    Initializes all the output devices. Allocate memory for ADM module and uncompress it. Give control to ADM module for initialization. Initialize language and font modules for ADM. Activate ADM module. Initializes the silent boot module. Set the window for displaying text information. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 77 Wait for user input at config display if needed. Uninstall POST INT1Ch vector and INT09h vector. Deinitializes the ADM module. Prepare BBS for Int 19 boot. End of POST initialization of chipset registers. Save system context for ACPI. Passes control to OS Loader (typically INT19h). http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 78: Glossary

    The CPU can manipulate data in a buffer before copying it to a disk drive. While this improves system performance (reading to or writing from a disk drive a single time is much faster than doing so repeatedly) there is the possibility of http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 79 CPU. This frees up CPU resources for other tasks. As with IRQs, it is vital that you do not double up devices on a single line. Plug-n-Play devices will take care of this for you. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 80 EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable ROM): also called Flash BIOS, it is a ROM chip which can, unlike normal ROM, be updated. This allows you to keep ® up with changes in the BIOS programs without having to buy a new chip. TYAN ’s BIOS updates can be found at http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 81 Plug-n-Play require you to reconfigure your system each time you add or change any part of your hardware. PXE (Preboot Execution Environment): one of four components that together make up the Wired for Management 2.0 baseline specification. PXE was http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 82 SDRAM (Static RAM): unlike DRAM, this type of RAM does not need to be refreshed in order to prevent data loss. Thus, it is faster and more expensive. SLI (Scalable Link Interface): NVIDIA SLI technology links two graphics cards together to provide scalability and increased performance. NVIDIA SLI takes http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 83 CPUs without damaging the sensitive CPU pins. The CPU is lightly placed in an open ZIF socket, and a lever is pulled down. This shifts the processor over and down, guiding it into the board and locking it into place. http://www.tyan.com...
  • Page 84: Technical Support

    TYAN serves multiple market segments with the industry's most competitive services to support them. "TYAN's tech support is some of the most impressive we've seen, with great response time and exceptional organization in general" - Anandtech.com You can contact TYAN Technical Support by using our Online Support System: http://12.230.196.231/helpstar/hsPages/login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fhelp...
  • Page 85 (RMA) number. The RMA number should be prominently displayed on the outside of the shipping carton and the package should be mailed prepaid. TYAN will pay to have the board shipped back to you. Notice for the USA Compliance Information Statement (Declaration of Conformity...

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