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Page 1 ® SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR 2028TP-DECFR 2028TP-DECTR USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0a...
Page 2 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.
Page 3: About This Manual
It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR is a high-end server based on the SC217HD+-R1K28B 2U rackmount chassis and the X10DRT-P/PIBF/PT dual processor serverboards with two BPN-ADP-E1C-L-O-P controller cards for SAS/ SATA drives.
Page 4 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Chapter 3: System Interface Refer here for details on the system interface, which includes the functions and information provided by the control panel on the chassis as well as other LEDs located throughout the system. Chapter 4: System Safety...
Page 5 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Notes...
Page 6: Table Of Contents
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Serverboard Features ..................1-2 Processors ...................... 1-2 Memory ......................1-2 SAS/SATA/NVMe .................... 1-2 PCI Expansion Slots ..................1-2 Onboard Controllers/Ports ................1-3 Graphics Controller ..................1-3 Inﬁ niBand ......................1-3 Other Features ....................
Page 7 Table of Contents Ambient Operating Temperature ..............2-3 Reduced Airﬂ ow ..................2-3 Mechanical Loading ................... 2-3 Circuit Overloading ..................2-3 Reliable Ground ..................2-4 Installing the System into a Rack ..............2-4 Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails ............2-4 Locking Tabs ....................
Page 8 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup Handling the Serverboard ................5-1 Precautions ..................... 5-1 Connecting Cables ..................5-2 Connecting Data Cables ................. 5-2 Rear I/O Ports ....................5-3 Processor and Heatsink Installation..............5-4 Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink ..............5-7 Removing the Heatsink ...................
Page 9 Table of Contents Compatible Motherboards ................6-10 Permanent and Optional Standoffs ............... 6-10 Installing an Daughter Card ................6-12 6-10 Adding an Expansion Card ................6-13 6-11 Drive Bay Installation/Removal ..............6-14 Accessing the Drive Bays ................6-14 6-12 Power Supply ....................6-17 Power Supply Replacement ................
Page 10 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Notes...
Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The SuperServer 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR is a high-end server comprised of two main subsystems: the SC217HD+-R1K28B 2U server chassis and the X10DRT-P/PIBF/PT dual processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certiﬁ ed for use with the system (www.supermicro.com).
Page 12: Serverboard Features
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR lies the X10DRT-P/PIBF/PT, a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel® PCH C612 chipset and designed to provide maximum performance. Two of these serverboards can be mounted in the SC217HD+-R1K28B chassis.
Page 13: Onboard Controllers/Ports
Chapter 1: Introduction Onboard Controllers/Ports An Intel i350 Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) Ethernet dual-channel controller is included on the X10DRT-P and X10DRT-PIBF. The X10DRT-PT has an Intel X540 10-Gigabit Ethernet dual-channel controller. A Connect-X3 port for Inﬁ niBand™ (on), which supports a single QSFP connector, is provided on the X10DRT-PIBF only. The I/O ports include a VGA (monitor) port, two USB 3.0 ports (additional one internal USB headers are included on the serverboard), an IPMI dedicated LAN port and two Ethernet ports.
Page 14: Sas/Sata Subsystem
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual SAS/SATA Subsystem The 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR supports up to twenty-four (24) 2.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA drives in trays (12 for each node). These drives are hot-swappable units and are connected to an adapter card that provides power and control.
Page 15: Advanced Power Management
Chapter 1: Introduction Advanced Power Management Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (IPNM) ® The Intel Intelligent Power Node Manager (IPNM) provides your system with real-time thermal control and power management for maximum energy efﬁ ciency. Although IPNM Speciﬁ cation Version 2.0 is supported by the BMC (Baseboard Management Controller), your system must also have IPNM-compatible Manageability Engine (ME) 2.0 ﬁ...
Page 16: System Block Diagram
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Figure 1-1. PCH C612 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details. #1-8 #2-8 #1-7 #2-7 VR12.5 VR12.5 #1-6 #2-6 5 PHASE 5 PHASE #1-5 #2-5 145W...
Page 17: Contacting Supermicro
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) Website: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands Tel:...
Page 18: Twin: System Notes
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual 2U Twin: System Notes As a 2U Twin conﬁ guration, the 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR is a unique server system. With two system boards incorporated into a single chassis acting as two separate nodes, there are several points you should keep in mind.
Page 19: Chapter 2 Server Installation
Read the Rack and Server Precautions in the next section. Preparing for Setup The box the SuperServer 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR was shipped in should include two sets of rail assemblies, two rail mounting brackets and the mounting screws you will need to install the system into the rack. Follow the steps in the order given to complete the installation process in a minimum amount of time.
Page 20: Choosing A Setup Location
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR 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.
Page 21: Rack Mounting Considerations
Chapter 2: Server Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Warning! To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety: •...
Page 22: Reliable Ground
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Reliable Ground A reliable ground must be maintained at all times. To ensure this, the rack itself should be grounded. Particular attention should be given to power supply connections other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of power strips, etc.).
Page 23: Locking Tabs
Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-1. Identifying the Outer Rail, Middle Rail and Inner Rails (Left Rail Assembly Shown) Rail Assembly (Shown with Rails Retracted) Outer Rail Middle Rail Locking Tab Inner Rail This Side Faces Outward Locking Tabs Each inner rail has a locking tab. This tab locks the chassis into place when installed and pushed fully into the rack.
Page 24: Releasing The Inner Rail
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Releasing the Inner Rail Use the procedure below to release the inner rails from the outer rails. Releasing Inner Rail from the Outer Rails (Figure 2-2) 1. Identify the left and right outer rail assemblies as described in section 2-5.
Page 25: Installing The Inner Rails On The Chassis
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis To install the inner rails, use the procedure below. Installing the Inner Rails (Figures 2-3 and 2-4) 1. Conﬁ rm that the left and right inner rails have been correctly identiﬁ ed. 2.
Page 26: Installing The Outer Rails On The Rack
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack Use the procedure below to install the outer rails onto the rack. Installing the Outer Rails (Figure 2-5) 1. Press upward on the locking tab at the rear end of the middle rail.
Page 27: Standard Chassis Installation
Chapter 2: Server Installation Standard Chassis Installation Installing the Chassis into a Rack (Figure 2-6) 1. Conﬁ rm that the inner rails are properly installed on the chassis. 2. Conﬁ rm that the outer rails are correctly installed on the rack. 3.
Page 28: Checking The Serverboard Setup
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR server in the rack, you will need to open the unit to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made. Before operating the SC217 chassis for the ﬁ rst time, it is important to remove the protective ﬁ...
Page 29 Chapter 2: Server Installation Checking the Components and Setup 1. You may have one or two processors already installed into the serverboard. Each processor needs its own heat sink. See Chapter 5 for instructions on processor and heat sink installation. 2.
Page 30: Checking The Drive Bay Setup
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Checking the Drive Bay Setup Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SATA drives have been properly installed and all connections have been made. Checking the Drives 1. All drives are accessable from the front of the server. A hard drive can be installed and removed from the front of the chassis without removing the top chassis cover.
Page 31: Chapter 3 System Interface
Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel and on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system. SC217 models include four front panels on the handles of the chassis which control each of the systems. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate response you may need to take.
Page 32: Control Panel Buttons
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Control Panel Buttons Power The main power button on each of the control panels is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to associated node Turning power to the system off with this button removes the main power, but keeps standby power supplied to the system.
Page 33: Information Led
Chapter 3: System Interface Information LED See the following table for the status shown by this LED. Information LED Status Description Continously on and red An overheat ocondition has occured. (This may be caused by cable congestion.) Blinking red (1 Hz) Fan failure: check for an inoperative fan.
Page 34 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Notes...
Page 35: Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems
Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements 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.
Page 36 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie beﬁ nden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut.
Page 37 Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫ﺟﺴﺪﻳﺔ‬ ‫ﺍﺻﺎﺑﺔ‬ ‫ﺗﺘﺴﺒﺐ ﻓﻲ‬ ‫ﺣﺎﻟﺔ ﻳﻤﻜﻦ ﺃﻥ‬ ‫ﺍﻧﻚ ﻓﻲ‬ ‫ﺧﻄﺮ‬ ‫ﻳﻌﻨﻲ‬ ‫ﻫﺬﺍ ﺍﻟﺮﻣﺰ‬ !‫ﺗﺤﺬﻳﺮ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﺪﻭﺍﺋﺮ‬ ‫ﺑﺎﻟﻤﺨﺎﻁﺮ ﺍﻟﻨﺎﺟﻤﺔ ﻋﻦ‬ ‫ﻦ ﻋﻠﻰ ﻋﻠﻢ‬ ، ‫ﻛ‬ ‫ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ‬ ‫ﺗﻌﻤﻞ ﻋﻠﻰ ﺃﻱ‬ ‫ﻗﺒﻞ ﺃﻥ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﻜﻬﺮﺑﺎﺋﻴﺔ‬ ‫ﺣﻮﺍﺩﺙ‬ ‫ﺃﻱ‬ ‫ﻭﻗﻮﻉ‬ ‫ﻤﻨﻊ‬ ‫ﻟ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﻮﻗﺎﺋﻴﺔ‬...
Page 38: Installation Instructions
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual Installation Instructions Warning! Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. 設置手順書システムを電源に接続する前に、設置手順書をお読み下さい。警告将此系统连接电源前,请先阅读安装说明。警告將系統與電源連接前，請先閱讀安裝說明。 Warnung Vor dem Anschließen des Systems an die Stromquelle die Installationsanweisungen lesen. ¡Advertencia! Lea las instrucciones de instalación antes de conectar el sistema a la red de...
Page 39: Circuit Breaker
Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Circuit Breaker Warning! This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 250 V, 20 A. サーキット・ブレーカーこの製品は、短絡（過電流）保護装置がある建物での設置を前提としています。保護装置の定格が250 V、...
Page 40: Power Disconnection Warning
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual ‫ﻓﻲ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﺘﻲ ﺗﻢ ﺗﺜﺒﻴﺘﻬﺎ‬ ‫ﻣﻦ ﺍﻟﺪﻭﺍﺋﺮﺍﻟﻘﺼﻴﺮﺓ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﺤﻤﺎﻳﺔ‬ ‫ﻣﻌﺪﺍﺕ‬ ‫ﻳﻌﺘﻤﺪ ﻋﻠﻰ‬ ‫ﻫﺬﺍ ﺍﻟﻤﻨﺘﺞ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﻤﺒﻨﻰ‬ ‫ﺃﻛﺜﺮ ﻣﻦ‬ ‫ﻟﻴﺲ‬ ‫ﻮﻗﺎﺋﻲ‬ ‫ﺍﻟ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﺠﻬﺎﺯ‬ ‫ﺗﻘﻴﻴﻢ‬ ‫ﺃﻥ‬ ‫ﺗﺄﻛﺪ ﻣﻦ‬ 20A, 250V 경고! 이 제품은 전원의 단락(과전류)방지에 대해서 전적으로 건물의 관련 설비에...
Page 41 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Warnung Das System muss von allen Quellen der Energie und vom Netzanschlusskabel getrennt sein, das von den Spg.Versorgungsteilmodulen entfernt wird, bevor es auf den Chassisinnenraum zurückgreift, um Systemsbestandteile anzubringen oder zu entfernen. ¡Advertencia! El sistema debe ser disconnected de todas las fuentes de energía y del cable eléctrico quitado de los módulos de fuente de alimentación antes de tener acceso el interior del chasis para instalar o para quitar componentes de sistema.
Page 42: Equipment Installation
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual Equipment Installation Warning! Only trained and qualiﬁ ed personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. 機器の設置トレーニングを受け認定された人だけがこの装置の設置、交換、またはサービスを許可されています。警告只有经过培训且具有资格的人员才能进行此设备的安装、更换和维修。警告只有經過受訓且具資格人員才可安裝、更換與維修此設備。 Warnung Das Installieren, Ersetzen oder Bedienen dieser Ausrüstung sollte nur geschultem, qualiﬁ...
Page 43: Restricted Area
Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Waarschuwing Deze apparatuur mag alleen worden geïnstalleerd, vervangen of hersteld door geschoold en gekwaliﬁ ceerd personeel. Restricted Area Warning! This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security.
Page 44: Battery Handling
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual ‫אזור עם גישה מוגבלת‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫יש להתקין את היחידה באזורים שיש בהם הגבלת גישה. הגישה ניתנת בעזרת‬ .('‫כלי אבטחה בלבד )מפתח, מנעול וכד‬ ‫ﻣﺤﻈﻮﺭﺓ‬ ‫ﻣﻨﺎﻁﻖ‬ ‫ﻟﺘﺮﻛﻴﺒﻬﺎ ﻓﻲ‬ ‫ﻫﺬﻩ ﺍﻟﻮﺣﺪﺓ‬ ‫ﺗﺨﺼﻴﺺ‬ ‫ﺗﻢ‬ ،‫ﺃﺩﺍﺓ ﺧﺎﺻﺔ‬ ‫ﻣﻦ ﺧﻼﻝ ﺍﺳﺘﺨﺪﺍﻡ‬...
Page 45 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Warnung Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Ersetzen Sie die Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp. Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers. 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.
Page 46: Redundant Power Supplies
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual Redundant Power Supplies Warning! This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. 冗長電源装置このユニットは複数の電源装置が接続されている場合があります。ユニットの電源を切るためには、すべての接続を取り外さなければなりません。警告此部件连接的电源可能不止一个，必须将所有电源断开才能停止给该部件供电。警告此裝置連接的電源可能不只一個，必須切斷所有電源才能停止對該裝置的供電。 Warnung Dieses Gerät kann mehr als eine Stromzufuhr haben. Um sicherzustellen, dass der Einheit kein trom zugeführt wird, müssen alle Verbindungen entfernt werden.
Page 47: Backplane Voltage
Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫ﺍﻣﺪﺍﺩ ﺍﻟﻄﺎﻗﺔ‬ ‫ﺑﻮﺣﺪﺍﺕ‬ ‫ﻋﺪﺓ ﺍﺗﺼﺎﻻﺕ‬ ‫ﺠﻬﺎﺯ‬ ‫ﺍﻟ‬ ‫ﻳﻜﻮﻥ ﻟﻬﺬﺍ‬ ‫ﻗﺪ‬ ‫ﺍﻟﻜﻬﺮﺑﺎء‬ ‫ﻋﻦ‬ ‫ﻮﺣﺪﺓ‬ ‫ﺍﻟ‬ ‫ﻟﻌﺰﻝ‬ ‫ﻛﺎﻓﺔ ﺍﻻﺗﺼﺎﻻﺕ‬ ‫ﻳﺠﺐ ﺇﺯﺍﻟﺔ‬ 경고! 이 장치에는 한 개 이상의 전원 공급 단자가 연결되어 있을 수 있습니다. 이 장치에 전원을...
Page 48: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual Attention Lorsque le système est en fonctionnement, des tensions électriques circulent sur le fond de panier. Prendre des précautions lors de la maintenance. ‫מתח בפנל האחורי‬ !‫הרה‬ ‫אז‬ ‫קיימת סכנת מתח בפנל האחורי בזמן תפעול המערכת. יש להיזהר במהלך‬...
Page 49: Product Disposal
Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems ¡Advertencia! La instalacion del equipo debe cumplir con las normas de electricidad locales y nacionales.Attention L'équipement doit être installé conformément aux normes électriques nationales et locales. ‫תיאום חוקי החשמל הארצי‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫הציוד חייבת להיות תואמת לחוקי החשמל המקומיים והארציים‬ ‫התקנת‬...
Page 50: Hot Swap Fan Warning
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen. ¡Advertencia! Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y reglamentos nacionales. Attention La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement.
Page 51 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems 当您从机架移除风扇装置，风扇可能仍在转动。小心不要将手指、螺丝起子和其他物品太靠近风扇警告當您從機架移除風扇裝置，風扇可能仍在轉動。小心不要將手指、螺絲起子和其他物品太靠近風扇。 Warnung Die Lüfter drehen sich u. U. noch, wenn die Lüfterbaugruppe aus dem Chassis genommen wird. Halten Sie Finger, Schraubendreher und andere Gegenstände von den Öffnungen des Lüftergehäuses entfernt. ¡Advertencia! Los ventiladores podran dar vuelta cuando usted quite ell montaje del ventilador del chasis.
Page 52: Power Cable And Ac Adapter
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual Waarschuwing Het is mogelijk dat de ventilator nog draait tijdens het verwijderen van het ventilatorsamenstel uit het chassis. Houd uw vingers, schroevendraaiers en eventuele andere voorwerpen uit de buurt van de openingen in de ventilatorbehuizing.
Page 53 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems ¡Advertencia! Al instalar el producto, utilice los cables de conexión previstos o designados, los cables y adaptadores de CA. La utilización de otros cables y adaptadores podría ocasionar un mal funcionamiento o un incendio. Aparatos Eléctricos y la Ley de Seguridad del Material prohíbe el uso de UL o CSA cables certiﬁ...
Page 54 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR Series User's Manual Waarschuwing Bij het installeren van het product, gebruik de meegeleverde of aangewezen kabels, stroomkabels en adapters. Het gebruik van andere kabels en adapters kan leiden tot een storing of een brand. Elektrisch apparaat en veiligheidsinformatiebladen wet verbiedt het gebruik van UL of CSA gecertiﬁ...
Page 55: Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install tCPUs and memory, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are also described. A layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter for your reference.
Page 56: Connecting Cables
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Connecting Cables Now that the processors are installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the serverboard. Connecting Data Cables The cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed in preconﬁ gured systems to prevent them from blocking the ﬂ ow of cooling air that moves through the system from front to back.
Page 57: Rear I/O Ports
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Rear I/O Ports See Figure 5-1 below for the and locations of the various rear I/O ports and the UID switch. Figure 5-1. Rear I/O Ports Rear I/O Port Locations and Deﬁ nitions Dedicated IPMI LAN Back Panel USB 3.0 Port 1 Back Panel USB 3.0 Port 0 Gigabit LAN 2...
Page 58: Processor And Heatsink Installation
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Processor and Heatsink Installation Notes: • Always remove the power cord before adding, removing or changing a CPU. • When receiving a serverboard without a processor pre-installed, make sure that the plastic CPU socket cap is in place and none of the socket pins are bent;...
Page 59 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 3. With the second lever fully retracted, gently push down on Open the load the "Open 1st" lever to loosen the plate. load plate. Lift the load plate with your ﬁ ngers to open it completely. 4.
Page 60 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual 7. With the "Close 1st" lever fully Gently close retracted, gently close the load the load plate. plate. 8. Make sure the locking mechanism Push down and lock the lever labeled "Close 1st". on the "Close 1st" lever catches the lip of the load plate.
Page 61: Installing A Passive Cpu Heatsink
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die -- the required amount has already been applied. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the Serverboard's and the Heatsink Bracket underneath.
Page 62: Removing The Heatsink
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Removing the Heatsink Caution: We DO NOT recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to uninstall the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to prevent damage to the CPU or the CPU socket.
Page 63: Installing Memory
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing Memory Installing Memory 1. Insert each memory module vertically into its slot, paying attention to the notch along the bottom of the module to prevent inserting the module incorrectly (see Figure 5-2). 2. Install starting with slot P1/DIMMA1. 3.
Page 64: Dimm Slots
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Processor & Memory Module Population Conﬁ guration For the memory to work properly, follow the tables below when populating the DIMM slots. Processors and Their Corresponding Memory Modules CPU# Corresponding DIMMs CPU 1 DIMMA1 DIMMB1 DIMMC1...
Page 65: Adding Pci Expansion Cards
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Populating DDR4 RDIMM/LRDIMM ECC Memory Modules E5-2600 v3 Series Processor Memory Support Type Ranks Memory Capacity Speed (MT/s) and Voltage Per DIMM Validated by Slot per Channel DIMM (SPC) and DIMM Per Channel & Data (See the Note (DPC) Width...
Page 66: Serverboard Details
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Serverboard Details Figure 5-3. X10DRT-P/PIBF/PT Serverboard Layout (not drawn to scale) LAN1/LAN2 (3.0) USB0/1 IB_LINK_LED1 IPMI_LAN BIOS Slot2 Slot1 QSFP LAN CTRL 10G/1G JTPM1 CPLD JBT1 BATTERY SXB1 CPU2_VRM_HS1 CPU2 X10DRT-P Series Rev. 1.10 SXB2 CPU1 Notes •...
Page 67: X10Drt-P/Pibf/Pt Quick Reference
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X10DRT-P/PIBF/PT Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 Clear CMOS See Section 5-9 JPB1 BMC Enabled Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPG1 VGA Enabled Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 GLAN1/GLAN2 Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JWD1 Watch Dog Pins 1-2 (RST) Connector Description COM1...
Page 68: Connector Deﬁ Nitions
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Connector Deﬁ nitions Main Power Main power to the serverboard is supplied through the system midplane (BPN- SAS3-217HD), which receives power directly from the power supply. One hard drive backplane in each node (BPN-ADP-E1C-L-O-P) plugs into system backplane and...
Page 69 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Unit Identiﬁ er Switch A Unit Identiﬁ er (UID) switch (SW1) and an LED indicator are located to the right of the VGA port. When the user presses the UID switch, the UID indicator will be turned on.
Page 70 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual TPM Header/Port 80 TPM/Port 80 Header (JTPM1) Pin Deﬁ nitions A Trusted Platform Module/Port 80 Pin# Deﬁ nition Pin# Deﬁ nition header is located at JTPM1 to provide LCLK TPM support and Port 80 connection. Use this header to enhance system LFRAME# <(KEY)>...
Page 71: Jumper Settings
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Jumper Settings Connector Pins Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, Jumper jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function Setting of the connector.
Page 72 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual LAN Ports Enable/Disable LAN Enable (JPL1) Jumper Settings JPL1 enables or disables the LAN1/2 Jumper Setting Deﬁ nition Ethernet ports on the serverboard. Pins 1-2 Enabled See the table on the right for jumper settings. The default setting is Enabled.
Page 73: 5-10 Onboard Indicators
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-10 Onboard Indicators LAN LEDs GLAN LED Link Speed Activity The Ethernet LAN port is located on the IO Backplane on the motherboard. Each LAN port has two LEDs. The LAN Port Activity LED (Left) Yellow LED indicates activity.
Page 74 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual BMC Heartbeat LED BMC Heartbeat LED (LEM1) Status A BMC Heartbeat LED is provided to Color/State Deﬁ nition display BMC status. When blinking, Green: Blinking BMC:Normal BMC is functioning normally. See the table at right for more information.
Page 75: 5-11 Pci-Express And Sata Connections
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-11 PCI-Express and SATA Connections S-SATA 0-2/CPU2_PCI-Express 3.0 x16 Slot (SXB1) A CPU2_PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slot and S-SATA 0-2 connections are located on the serverboard. I-SATA 0-5/CPU1_PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Slot (SXB2) A CPU1_PCI-Express 3.0 x8 slot and I-SATA 0-5 connections are located on the serverboard.
Page 76: 5-12 Installing Software
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual 5-12 Installing Software The Supermicro ftp site contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp. supermicro.com. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the ftp site, go into the CDR_Images directory and locate the ISO ﬁ...
Page 77: Superdoctor 5
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup SuperDoctor 5 ® The Supermicro SuperDoctor 5 is a hardware and operating system services monitoring program that functions in a command-line or web-based interface in Windows and Linux operating systems. The program monitors system health information such as CPU temperature, system voltages, system power consumption, fan speed, and provides alerts via email or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).
Page 78 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Figure 5-6. SuperDoctor 5 Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: The SuperDoctor 5 program and User’s Manual can be downloaded from the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/sms_sd5.cfm. For Linux, we recommend that you use the SuperDoctor II application instead.
Page 79: 5-13 Onboard Battery
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-13 Onboard Battery Please handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landﬁ ll. Please comply with the regulations set up by your local hazardous waste management agency to dispose of your used battery properly.
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Page 81: Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the SC217HD+-R1K28B 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.
Page 82: Removing The Power Cord
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Figure 6-1. Front and Rear Chassis Views Control Panel Control Panel SAS/SATA Drives (24) 1G (2028TP-DECR & 2028TP-DECFR) or 10G IPMI LAN Port USB Ports (2028TP-DECTR) Ethernet Ports VGA Port PCI-E Slots (2) Power Supplies (2) Inﬁ...
Page 83: Chassis Cover
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chassis Cover Before operating the SC217 chassis for the ﬁ rst time, it is important to remove the protective ﬁ lm covering the top of the chassis, in order to allow for proper ventilation and cooling. Removing the Chassis Cover and Protective Film (Figure 6-2) 1.
Page 84: Air Shrouds
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Air Shrouds Air shrouds concentrate airﬂ ow to maximize fan efﬁ ciency. The SC217 chassis requires air shrouds for each motherboard node. Air shrouds vary depending upon the motherboard used. See the illustrations below. Installing an Air Shroud (Figure 6-3) 1.
Page 85: Checking The Airﬂ Ow
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Checking the Airﬂ ow Checking Airﬂ ow 1. Make sure there are no objects obstructing the airﬂ ow in and out of the chassis. In addition, if you are using a front bezel, make sure the bezel's ﬁ lter is replaced periodically.
Page 86 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Changing a System Fan 1. If necessary, open the chassis while the system is running to determine which fan has failed. Never run the server for an extended period of time with the chassis cover open.
Page 87: Removing And Installing The Backplane
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Removing and Installing the Backplane The SC217 chassis backplane is located behind the hard drives and in front of the front system fans. Although backplane failure rarely occurs, in the event of a backplane failure, follow the instructions below. Removing the Backplane Removing the Backplane from the Chassis 1.
Page 88 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual 7. Loosen the three screws in the spring bar, located on the ﬂ oor of the chassis, indicated by the arrows below (Figure 6-7). Figure 6-7. Loosening the Spring Bar Screws in the Floor of the Chassis 8.
Page 89: Installing The Backplane
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing the Backplane Installing the Backplane into the Chassis (Figure 6-9) 1. Ensure that all of the hard drive carriers have been removed from the bays in the front of the chassis and that the spring bar has been loosened as directed in the previous section.
Page 90: Installing The Serverboard
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Installing the Serverboard Compatible Motherboards Most Supermicro cableless Twin series motherboards are compatible with the SC217 chassis. For the most up-to-date information on compatible motherboards and other parts, visit the Supermicro Web site at www.supermicro.com. Hot-swappable motherboards feature different adapter cards, depending upon the motherboard.
Page 91 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing the Serverboard 1. Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar with component placement, requirements, cautions, and cable connections. 2. Remove the motherboard node from the back of the chassis. It is not necessary to power down the entire system.
Page 92: Installing An Daughter Card
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Installing an Daughter Card The daughter card is connected to the motherboard's backplane and provides hot- swappable functionality to the node. Figure 6-12. Daughter Card Installation Daughter Card Serverboard Drawer Six Screws Removing the Daughter Card 1.
Page 93: 6-10 Adding An Expansion Card
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-10 Adding an Expansion Card The SC217 chassis supports expansion cards. Riser cards are used to mount the expansion cards. The SC217HD model accepts two low-proﬁ le expansion cards per node, for a total of four in the chassis. Figure 6-13.
Page 94: 6-11 Drive Bay Installation/Removal
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual 6-11 Drive Bay Installation/Removal Accessing the Drive Bays SATA Drives: You do not need to access the inside of the chassis or remove power to replace or swap SATA drives. Proceed to the next step for instructions. You must use standard 1"...
Page 95 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Removing Hard Drive Trays from the Chassis (Figure 6-17) 1. Press the release button on the drive tray. This extends the drive bay handle. 2. Use the handle to pull the drive out of the chassis. Figure 6-17.
Page 96 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Installing a Drive into the Hard Drive Tray The drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airﬂ ow for the drive bays.
Page 97: 6-12 Power Supply
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-12 Power Supply The SC217 chassis includes two 1280 Watt power supplies. This power supply is auto-switching capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage. An amber light will be illuminated on the power supply when the power is off.
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Page 99: Chapter 7 Bios
Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS setup utility for the X10DRT-P/PIBF/PT. The ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS setup utility screens. Note: For AMI BIOS recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions in Appendix C.
Page 100: How To Start The Setup Utility
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR 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.
Page 101 Chapter 7: BIOS The following Main menu items will be displayed: System Date/System Time Use this option to change the system date and time. Highlight System Date or System Time using the arrow keys. Enter new values using the keyboard. Press the <Tab>...
Page 102: Advanced Setup Conﬁ Gurations
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Advanced Setup Conﬁ gurations Use the arrow keys to select Advanced setup and press <Enter> to access the submenu items: Warning: Take Caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high DRAM frequency or an incorrect BIOS timing setting may cause the system to malfunction.
Page 103 Chapter 7: BIOS Wait For 'F1' If Error Select Enabled to force the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. INT19 (Interrupt 19) Trap Response Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture"...
Page 104 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual  CPU Conﬁ guration This submenu displays the following CPU information as detected by the BIOS. It also allows the user to conﬁ gure CPU settings. • Processor Socket • Processor ID • Processor Frequency •...
Page 105 Chapter 7: BIOS Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU) Select Enable for the CPU to prefetch both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised. Select Disable for the CPU to prefetch both cache lines for 64 bytes. The options are Disable and Enable.
Page 106 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual AES-NI Select Enable to use the Intel Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) New Instructions (NI) to ensure data security. The options are Enable and Disable. Intel Virtualization Technology Select Enable to use Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d support by reporting the I/O device assignments to the VMM (Virtual Machine Monitor) through the DMAR ACPI tables.
Page 107 Chapter 7: BIOS Select HW_ALL to change the P-state coordination type for hardware components only. Select SW_ALL to change the P-state coordination type for all software installed in the system. Select SW_ANY to change the P-state coordination type for a software program in the system. The options are HW_All, SW_ALL, and SW_ANY.
Page 108: North Bridge
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual  Chipset Conﬁ guration Warning! Please set the correct settings for the items below. A wrong conﬁ guration setting may cause the system to become malfunction. North Bridge This feature allows the user to conﬁ gure the settings for the Intel North Bridge.
Page 109 Chapter 7: BIOS PORT 1A Link Speed This item conﬁ gures the link speed of a PCI-E port speciﬁ ed by the user. The options are Gen 1 (Generation 1) (2.5 GT/s), Gen 2 (Generation 2) (5 GT/s), and Gen 3 (Generation 3) (8 GT/s). IOU0 (II0 PCIe Port 2) This item conﬁ...
Page 110 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Relaxed Ordering Select Enable to enable Relaxed Ordering support which will allow certain transactions to violate the strict-ordering rules of PCI bus for a transaction to be completed prior to other transactions that have already been enqueued. The options are Disable and Enable.
Page 111 Chapter 7: BIOS QPI (Quick Path Interconnect) Conﬁ guration QPI Status The following information will display: • Number of CPU • Number of II0 • Current QPI Link Speed • Current QPI Link Frequency • QPI Global MMIO Low Base/Limit •...
Page 112 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Memory Conﬁ guration Enforce POR Select Enabled to enforce POR restrictions on DDR4 frequency and voltage programming. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Memory Frequency Use this feature to set the maximum memory frequency for onboard memory modules.
Page 113: Dimm Information
Chapter 7: BIOS A7 Mode Select Enable to support the A7 (Addressing) mode to improve memory performance. The options are Enable and Disable. DIMM Information This item displays the status of a DIMM module as detected by the AMI BIOS. Memory RAS (Reliability_Availability_Serviceability) Conﬁ...
Page 114: South Bridge
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Demand Scrub Demand Scrubbing is a process that allows the CPU to correct correctable memory errors found on a memory module. When the CPU or I/O issues a demand-read command, and the read data from memory turns out to be a correctable error, the error is corrected and sent to the requestor (the original source).
Page 115 Chapter 7: BIOS Port 60/64 Emulation Select Enabled to support I/O port 60h/64h emulation, which will provide complete legacy USB keyboard support for the operating systems that do not support legacy USB devices. The options are Disabled and Enabled. USB 3.0 Support Select Enabled for USB 3.0 support.
Page 116 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual  SATA Conﬁ guration When this submenu is selected, AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the SATA devices that are supported by the Intel PCH chip and displays the following items: SATA Controller This item enables or disables the onboard SATA controller supported by the Intel PCH chip.
Page 117 Chapter 7: BIOS Port 0 ~ Port 5 SATA Device Type Use this item to specify if the SATA port speciﬁ ed by the user should be connected to a Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive. The options are Hard Disk Drive and Solid State Drive.
Page 118 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Port 0 ~ Port 5 Hot Plug Select Enabled to enable hot-plugging support for a port speciﬁ ed by the user, which will allow the user to replace a SATA disk drive installed on this port without shutting down the system.
Page 119 Chapter 7: BIOS sSATA Port 0~ Port 3 This item displays the information detected on the installed on the sSATA port. speciﬁ ed by the user. • Model number of drive and capacity • Software Preserve Support sSATA Port 0~ Port 3 Select Enabled to enable an sSATA port speciﬁ...
Page 120 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Support Aggressive Link Power Management When this item is set to Enabled, the SATA AHCI controller manages the power usage of the SATA link. The controller will put the link to a low power state when the I/O is inactive for an extended period of time, and the power state will return to normal when the I/O becomes active.
Page 121 Chapter 7: BIOS Server ME (Management Engine) Conﬁ guration This feature displays the following system ME conﬁ guration settings. • General ME Conﬁ guration • Operational Firmware Version • Recovery Firmware Version • ME Firmware Features • ME Firmware Status #1 •...
Page 122 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual SR-IOV (Available if the system supports Single-Root Virtualization) Select Enabled for Single-Root IO Virtualization support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Maximum Payload Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum payload value for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance.
Page 123 Chapter 7: BIOS Onboard LAN1 Option ROM/Onboard LAN2 Option ROM/Onboard Video Option ROM Use this option to select the type of device installed in LAN Port1, LAN Port2 or the onboard video device used for system boot. The default setting for LAN1 Option ROM is PXE, for LAN2 Option ROM is Disabled and for Onboard Video Option ROM is Legacy.
Page 124: Serial Port Console Redirection
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Serial Port 2 Attribute Select SOL to use COM Port 2 as a Serial_Over_LAN (SOL) port for console redirection. The options are COM and SOL.  Serial Port Console Redirection COM 1 COM 1 Console Redirection Select Enabled to enable COM Port 1 Console Redirection, which will allow a client machine to be connected to a host machine at a remote site for networking.
Page 125 Chapter 7: BIOS Parity A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is even. Select Odd if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is odd.
Page 126 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Redirection After BIOS Post Use this feature to enable or disable legacy Console Redirection after BIOS POST. When the option-Bootloader is selected, legacy Console Redirection is disabled before booting the OS. When the option- Always Enable is selected, legacy Console Redirection remains enabled upon OS bootup.
Page 127 Chapter 7: BIOS Parity A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is even. Select Odd if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is odd.
Page 128 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Redirection After BIOS Post Use this feature to enable or disable legacy Console Redirection after BIOS POST (Power-On Self-Test). When this feature is set to Bootloader, legacy Console Redirection is disabled before booting the OS. When this feature is set to Always Enable, legacy Console Redirection remains enabled upon OS boot.
Page 129 Chapter 7: BIOS Flow Control Use this item to set the ﬂ ow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overﬂ ow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop data-sending when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start data-sending when the receiving buffer is empty.
Page 130: Acpi Settings
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual  ACPI Settings WHEA Support Select Enabled to support the Windows Hardware Error Architecture (WHEA) platform and provide a common infrastructure for the system to handle hardware errors within the Windows OS environment to reduce system crashes and to enhance system recovery and health monitoring.
Page 131: Event Logs
Chapter 7: BIOS Event Logs Use this feature to conﬁ gure Event Log settings.  Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings This feature allows the user to conﬁ gure SMBIOS Event settings. Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Logging during system boot.
Page 132: View Smbios Event Log
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Memory Correctable Error Threshold Use this item to enter the threshold value for correctable memory errors. The default setting is 10. Erasing Settings Erase Event Log Select Yes to erase all error events in the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) log before an event logging is initialized at bootup.
Page 133: Ipmi
Chapter 7: BIOS IPMI Use this feature to conﬁ gure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. BMC (BaseBoard Management Controller) Firmware Revision This item indicates the BMC ﬁ rmware revision used in your system. IPMI Status This item indicates the status of the IPMI ﬁ rmware installed in your system. ...
Page 134 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual When SEL is Full This feature allows the user to determine what the AMI BIOS should do when the system event log is full. Select Erase Immediately to erase all events in the log when the system event log is full. The options are Do Nothing and Erase Immediately.
Page 135: Security Settings
Chapter 7: BIOS Security Settings This menu allows the user to conﬁ gure the following security settings for the system. Password Check Select Setup for the system to prompt for a password upon entering the BIOS setup utility. Select Always for the system to prompt for a password at bootup and upon entering the BIOS Setup utility.
Page 136: Boot Settings
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Boot Settings Use this feature to conﬁ gure Boot Settings: Boot Conﬁ guration Setup Prompt Timeout Use this item to indicate how many seconds the system shall wait for the BIOS setup activation key to respond before the system starts to boot. The default setting is 1.
Page 137 Chapter 7: BIOS Fixed Boot Order Priorities This option prioritizes the order of bootable devices from which the system will boot. Press <Enter> on each entry from top to bottom to select devices. • Dual Boot Order #1 • Dual Boot Order #2 •...
Page 138: Save & Exit
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Save & Exit Select the Save & Exit tab from the BIOS setup screen to conﬁ gure the settings below. Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS setup without making any permanent changes to the system conﬁ...
Page 139 Chapter 7: BIOS Restore Defaults Select this item and press <Enter> to load the manufacture default settings which are designed for maximum system performance but not for maximum stability. Save As User Defaults Select this item and press <Enter> to save the current BIOS settings as user's default settings for future use.
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Page 141: Appendix A Bios Error Beep Codes
Appendix A: BIOS 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 the boot-up process.
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Page 143: Appendix B System Speciﬁ Cations
(24) hot-swap drive bays for up to twenty-four (24) SAS3/SATA3, one mSATA and one SATADOM drives. PCI Expansion The SuperServer 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR has only one (1) availabe PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot (Slot 1 on the MB). Each of these slots comes already populated with a SAS/SATA controller card.
Page 144 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual Serverboard X10DRT-P/PIBF/PT serverboard (proprietary form factor) Dimensions: (LxW) 18.86" x 6.80" (479.04 mm x 172.72 mm) Chassis SC217HD+-R1K28B (2U rackmount) Dimensions: (WxHxD) 17.25 x 3.47 x 28.75 in. (438 x 88 x 730 mm) Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 85 lbs. (38.6 kg.)
Page 145 Appendix B: System Speciﬁ cations EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11) Safety: CSA/EN/IEC/UL 60950-1 Compliant, UL or CSA Listed (USA and Canada), CE Marking (Europe) California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warning applies only to products containing CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells.
Page 146 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-DECR/DECTR/DECFR User's Manual (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 communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in signiﬁ...

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