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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.
About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 5017C-MF. In- stallation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 5017C-MF is a high-end server based on the SC512F-350B 1U rackmount chassis and the Super X9SCL-F single processor serverboard.
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Chapter 4: System Safety You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the SuperServer 5017C-MF. Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9SCL-F serverboard, including the locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Motherboard Features ..................1-2 Processors ...................... 1-2 Memory ......................1-2 Serial ATA ......................1-2 I/O Ports ......................1-2 Graphics Controller ..................1-2 Server Chassis Features ................1-3 Serial ATA Subsystem ..................
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Jumper Settings .................... 5-19 5-10 Onboard Indicators ..................5-21 5-11 SATA Drive Connections ................5-22 5-12 Installing Drivers .................... 5-23 Supero Doctor III ................... 5-24 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup Static-Sensitive Devices .................. 6-1 Precautions ..................... 6-1 Control Panel ....................6-2...
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual System Fans ....................6-3 System Fan Failure ..................6-3 Drive Bay Installation/Removal ............... 6-4 Accessing the Drive Bays ................6-4 DVD-ROM Drive Installation ................6-5 Power Supply ....................6-7 Power Supply Failure ..................6-7 Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction ......................
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The SuperServer 5017C-MF is a high-end server comprised of two main subsys- tems: the SC512F-350B 1U server chassis and the X9SCL-F single processor motherboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certifi...
ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Motherboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 5017C-MF lies the X9SCL-F, a single processor motherboard based on Intel's C202 chipset. Below are the main features of the X9SCL-F (see Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).
Chapter 1: Introduction Server Chassis Features The SuperServer 5017C-MF is built on the SC512F-350B 1U rackmount server chassis. The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC512F- 350B chassis. System Power When confi gured as the SuperServer 5017C-MF, the SC512F-350B chassis features a single power supply.
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:...
Preparing for Setup The SuperServer 5017C-MF does not ship with a rack rail hardware package as the system can be rack mounted without the use of rails. An optional rack rail package is available if you wish to order from Supermicro. Follow the steps in the order given to complete the installation process in a minimal amount of time.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Choosing a Setup Location • Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door completely (~25 inches) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for suffi cient airfl ow and ease in servicing.This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like).
Chapter 2: Server Installation • Allow the hot plug SATA drives and power supply modules to cool before touch- ing them. • Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling. Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera-...
Note: the server may be installed as is - rack hardware is optional. Basic Installation Procedure The 5017C-MF server comes with two rack mounting brackets, which are located on each side at the front of the chassis. To mount the system into a rack, simply screw these brackets directly to the front of the rack (two screws for each bracket).
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing with Rackmount Kit This is a guideline for installing the unit into a rack with the optional rack kit (MCP- 290-00004-03). You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using. Be aware that there are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.
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Figure 2-2. Installing Chassis Rails Installing the Rack Rails 1. Determine where you want to place the 5017C-MF in the rack (see Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3). 2. Position the fi xed rack rail/sliding rail guide assemblies at the desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing the inside of the rack.
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Installing the Server into a Telco Rack If you are installing the SuperServer 5017C-MF into a Telco type rack, follow the directions given on the previous pages for rack installation. The only difference in the installation procedure will be the positioning of the rack brackets to the rack. They...
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Figure 2-4. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack...
See Chapter 5 for instructions on processor installation. 2. The 5017C-MF server may have come with system memory already installed. Make sure all DIMMs are fully seated in their slots. For details on adding system memory, refer to Chapter 5.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Checking the Drive Bay Setup Checking the Drives 1. For servicing the SATA drives, you will need to remove the top chassis cover. The SATA disk drive is located at the front of the chassis' interior.
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Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-5. Accessing the Inside of the Server Remove these screws Remove these screws Remove this screw 2-11...
Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specifi c com- ponents.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC512F-520B chassis has fi ve LEDs. These LEDs provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take.
Chapter 3: System Interface Channel activity for HDDs. This light indicates IDE drive activity when fl ashing. Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.
System Safety Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SuperServer 5017C-MF from damage: • Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet.
Keep the area around the 5017C-MF clean and free of clutter. • The 5017C-MF weighs approximately 18 lbs (8.2 kg). When lifting the system, two people at either end should lift slowly with their feet spread out to distribute the weight. Always keep your back straight and lift with your legs.
Chapter 4: System Safety • Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are excellent metal conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present. •...
ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Operating Precautions Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 5017C-MF is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install processors and heatsinks to the X9SCL-F motherboard, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All motherboard jumpers and connections are described and a layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Processor and Heatsink Installation Notes: • Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, re- moving or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
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Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 3. Use your thumb and your index fi nger to hold the CPU at the top center edge and the bottom center edge of the CPU. 4. Align the CPU key (the semi-circle cutouts) against the socket keys. Once aligned, carefully lower the CPU straight down to the socket.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual CPU properly installed Load lever locked into place. Warning: The CPU will only seat inside the socket in one direction. Make sure it is properly inserted before closing the load plate. If it doesn't close properly, do not force it as it may damage your CPU.
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Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-3. Installing the Heatsink 3. Once the CPU is loose, remove the it from the CPU socket. 4. Clean the surface of the CPU and the heatsink, removing the used thermal grease. Reapply the proper amount of thermal grease on the surface before re-installing the CPU and the heatsink.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Connecting Cables Now that the processors are installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the motherboard. These include the data (ribbon) cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup All JF1 wires have been bundled into single keyed ribbon cable to simplify their con- nection. Connect one end of this cable to JF1 and the other end to the Control Panel printed circuit board, located just behind the system status LEDs in the chassis. See the Connector Defi...
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Installing Memory Note: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules. CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Installing DIMMs 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with slots DIMM1A.
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Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-3. Installing DIMM into Slot Notch Notch To Install: Insert module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Pay attention to the alignment notch at Front View the bottom. To Remove: Note: Notch should align Use your thumbs to with the receptive key gently push the release...
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Adding PCI Cards The 5017C-MF includes a CSE-RR1U-E8 riser card. This riser fi ts into a PCI slot to support a full-height, half-length PCI Express expansion card. (The riser card provides a PCI-E x8 signal.)
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Headers/Connectors Number Connector Description Onboard Battery 4,16 COM1/COM2 COM1/2 Serial Port/Header BIOS SPI BIOS 42,38,37,7,30 Fans 1~4, Fan A System/CPU Fan Headers SPI Programming (internal use) Front Panel Control Header Chassis Intrusion Header JLED1 Power LED Indicator Header...
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Connector Defi nitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Defi nitions (JPW1) Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition ATX Power Connector +3.3V +3.3V A 24-pin main power connector is located -12V +3.3V at JPW1. This power connector meet the SSI EPS 12V specifi...
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual NIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2) The NIC (Network Interface Controller) LED connection for LAN port 1 is located LAN1/LAN2 LED on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and the LED Pin Defi nitions (JF1) connection for LAN Port 2 is on Pins 9 Pin# Defi...
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Back Panel USB0/1 Pin Defi nitions Universal Serial Bus (USB) Pin# Defi nition Pin# Defi nition Two Universal Serial Bus ports (USB 0/1) are located on the I/O backpanel and an USB_PN1 USB_PN0 additional six USB ports in three head- USB_PP1 USB_PP0 ers, USB2/3, 4/5, 12/13 provide front/...
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Fan Headers The X9SCL-F has fi ve fan headers (Fan1 ~ Fan4 and FanA). These are all 4-pin fan headers, however pins 1-3 are backward compatible with traditional 3-pin fans. Fan Header Pin Defi nitions...
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Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Trusted Platform Module Header Trusted Platform Module Header Pin Defi nitions This header is used to connect a Trusted Pin # Defi nition Pin # Defi nition Platform Module (TPM), available sepa- LCLK rately from a third-party vendor. A TPM is LFRAME No Pin a security device that allows encryption...
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual T-SGPIO 0/1 Headers Serial_Link-SGPIO Pin Defi nitions Two T-SGPIO (Serial-Link General Pur- Pin# Defi nition Defi nition pose Input/Output) headers are located near the SATA connectors on the moth- Ground DATA Out erboard. These headers are used to com-...
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the mother- board, jumpers can be used to choose Connector between optional settings. Jumpers cre- Pins ate shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is Jumper identifi...
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual PCI Slot SMB Enable PCI Slot SMB Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Use Jumpers JI C1/JI C2 to enable PCI Jumper Setting Defi nition SMB (System Management Bus) support Closed Enabled to improve system management for the...
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-10 Onboard Indicators LAN1/LAN2 LEDs LAN LED The Ethernet ports (located beside the Connection Speed Indicator VGA port) have two LEDs. On each Giga- LED State Defi nition bit LAN port, the yellow LED indicates No connection or 10 Mb/s activity when blinking while the other LED Green...
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual 5-11 SATA Drive Connections SATA Port Pin Defi nitions (SATA0 ~ SATA5) Pin # Defi nition SATA Ports Ground Six Serial ATA (SATA) ports (I-SATA 0~5) are located on the motherboard. See the table on the right for pin defi nitions for the Ground onboard SATA ports.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-12 Installing Drivers After all the hardware and operating system have been installed, you need to install certain drivers. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro CD that came packaged with your motherboard. After inserting this CD into your CD-ROM drive, the display shown in Figure 5-4 should appear.
ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Supero Doctor III The Supero Doctor III program is a Web base management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your serverboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
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Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloaded from our Web Site at: ftp:// ftp.supermicro.com/utility/Supero_Doctor_III/. You can also download SDIII User's Guide at: http://www.supermicro.com/manuals/other/SDIII_User_Guide.pdf. For Linux, we will still recommend Supero Doctor II.
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 SC512F-350B 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.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Unpacking The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected. Figure 6-1. Chassis Views Control Panel The control panel (located on the front of the chassis) must be connected to the JF1 connector on the serverboard to provide you with system control buttons and status indicators.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup System Fans The 5017C-MF employs two sets of 4-cm counter-rotating fans to provide cooling. Each fan unit is made up of two fans joined back-to-back, which rotate in opposite directions. This counter-rotating action generates exceptional airfl ow and works to dampen vibration levels.
Note: The DVD drive is optional and does not come pre- installed in the system. Only a "slim" DVD-ROM will fi t in the 5017C-MF. Serial ATA Drive Installation The SATA drive is not hot-swappable, meaning system power must be turned off before installing or removing.
The top cover of the chassis must be opened to gain full access to the DVD-ROM drive bay. The DVD-ROM must have a "slim" profi le to fi t into the 5017C-MF. If you cannot remove the top cover with the system remaining in the rack, follow the procedure below.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Power Supply The 5017C-MF has a single 350 watt power supply. This power supply has the capability of operating at a 100 or 240 input voltage. You must power down the system and then unplug the AC power cord to completely remove power from the system before removing the power supply.
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual 5. Reconnect the power cord, replace the chassis top cover and push the unit back into the rack. 6. Finish by turning on the power switch on the power supply, then depress the power button on the front of the system.
Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X9SCL-F. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter de- scribes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility setup screens. Note: For instructions on BIOS recovery, please refer to the instruction guide posted at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual How to Start the Setup Utility Normally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the <Delete> key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup screens.
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Chapter 7: BIOS System Overview: The following BIOS information will be displayed: System Time/System Date Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or Sys- tem Date using the arrow keys. Enter new values through the keyboard. Press the <Tab>...
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Advanced Setup Confi gurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit <Enter> to access the submenu items: BOOT Feature Quiet Boot This option allows the bootup screen options to be modifi ed between POST mes- sages or the OEM logo.
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Chapter 7: BIOS 19 at boot and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks. If this item is set to Disabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adap- tors will not capture Interrupt 19, and the drives attached to these adaptors will not function as bootable devices.
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU) The CPU fetches the cache line for 64 bytes if this option is set to Disabled. The CPU fetches both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised if Enabled.
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Chapter 7: BIOS P-STATE Coordination This feature selects the type of coordination for the P-State of the processor. P-State is a processor operational state that reduces the processor's voltage and frequency. This makes the processor more energy effi icient, resulting in further gains.
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual North Bridge Confi guration This item displays the current North Bridge Revision. VT-d Select Enabled to enable Intel's Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d by reporting the I/O device assignments to VMM through the DMAR ACPI Tables. This feature offers fully-protected I/O resource- sharing across the Intel platforms, providing the user with greater reliabil- ity, security and availability in networking and data-sharing.
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Chapter 7: BIOS Wake on LAN from S5 Select Enabled to enable the capabiltiy to 'wake-up' the system from the S5 power state (Soft Off State) through the Ethernet controller. The set- tings are Enabled and Disabled. Legacy USB Support This feature enables support for legacy USB devices.
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Aggressive Link Power Management This feature Enables or Disables Agressive Link Power Management support for Cougar Point B0 stepping and later. The options are Enabled and Disabled. SATA Port0~Port5 This item displays the information detected on the installed SATA drives on the particular SATA port.
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Chapter 7: BIOS PCI Latency Timer This feature sets the latency Timer of each PCI device installed on a PCI bus. Select 64 to set the PCI latency to 64 PCI clock cycles. The options are 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224 and 248.
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Serial Port 2 Mode Use this feature to confi gure Serial Port 2 mode. The options are Normal, IrDA and ASK IR. IrDA (Infrared Data) is an industry standard for remote control devices. ASK IR (Amplitude Shifted Keying Infrared) is a protocol compatible with Sharp® branded PDAs and other infrared devices.
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Chapter 7: BIOS Parity: None, Even, Odd, Mark, or Space Stop Bits: 1 or 2 Hardware Health Confi guration Fan Speed Control Mode This feature allows the user to decide how the system controls the speeds of the onboard fans. The CPU temperature and the fan speed are correlative. When the CPU on-die temperature increases, the fan speed will also increase for effective system cooling.
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual High – The processor is running hot. This is a ‘caution’ level since the CPU’s ‘Temperature Tolerance’ has been reached (or has been exceeded) and may activate an overheat alarm: The information provided above is for your reference only. For more information on thermal management, please refer to Intel’s Web site at www.Intel.com.
Chapter 7: BIOS Event Logs Smbios Event Log Change this item to enable or disable all features of the Smbios Event Logging during boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Erase Event Log This option erases all logged events. The options are No, Yes, Next reset and Yes, Every reset.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual IPMI Confi guration (X9SCL-F/X9SCM-F Only) Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) is a set of common interfaces that IT administrators can use to monitor system health and to manage the system as a whole. For more information on the IPMI specifi cations, please visit Intel's website at www.intel.com.
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Chapter 7: BIOS SEL Components - Change this item to enable or disable all features of System Event Logging. The options are Enabled and Disabled. When Enabled, the following can be confi gured: Erase SEL - This option erases all logged SEL events. The options are No, Yes, On Next reset and Yes, On Every reset.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Boot Settings Use this feature to confi gure Boot Settings: Boot Options Priority This feature allows the user to specify which devices are boot devices and the order of priority from which the systems boots from during startup.
Chapter 7: BIOS Security Settings • If the Administrator password is defi ned ONLY - this controls access to the BIOS setup ONLY. • If the User's password is defi ned ONLY - this password will need to be entered during each system startup or boot, and will also have Administrator rights in the setup.
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Exit Options Select the Exit tab from the BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Save Changes and Exit When you have completed the system confi guration changes, select this option to leave the BIOS Setup Utility and reboot the computer, so the new system con- fi...
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Chapter 7: BIOS Save As User Defaults To set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <En- ter>. This enables the user to save any changes to the BIOS setup for future use Restore User Defaults To set this feature, select Restore User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <En- ter>.
Appendix A: POST Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue with bootup.
Appendix B: System Specifi cations Appendix B System Specifi cations Processors ® ® Single Intel Xeon E3-1200 Series processor or a Core i3-2100 Series processor in an LGA1155 socket Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel C202 BIOS...
UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Weight Gross Weight: 18 lbs. (8.2 kg.) System Cooling Two 4-cm counter-rotating fans System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100-240 VAC Rated Input Current: 6.3A (115V) to 3.24A (230V) Power Supply Rated Output Power: 350W (Model# PWS-351-1H) Rated Output Voltages: +3.3V (15A), +12...
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UPER ERVER 5017C-MF User's Manual Disclaimer (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 signifi...