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  • Page 1 UPER ® A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Revision 1.0b...
  • 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

    About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the A+ Server 2122TC-DL6RF4. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The A+ Server 2122TC-DL6RF4 is a high-end server based on the SC217HD-R1K28BP 2U rackmount chassis and the H8DCT-HLN4F dual processor serverboard.
  • Page 4 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Chapter 7: BIOS The BIOS chapter includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information on running the CMOS Setup Utility. Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes Appendix B: System Specifications...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Serverboard Features ..................1-2 Processor ......................1-2 Memory ......................1-2 SAS ......................... 1-2 PCI Expansion Slots ..................1-2 Onboard Controllers/Ports ................1-2 Other Features ....................1-3 Server Chassis Features ................1-4 System Power ....................1-4 SAS/SATA Subsystem ..................
  • Page 6 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Installing the System into a Rack ..............2-4 Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails ............2-4 Locking Tabs ....................2-5 Releasing the Inner Rail ................. 2-5 Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis ............2-6 Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack ............
  • Page 7 Preface Installing Memory .................... 5-8 Memory Support ....................5-8 Maximum Memory ................... 5-8 DIMM Module Population Configuration ..........5-10 Adding PCI Expansion Cards ................5-11 Motherboard Details ..................5-12 H8DCT-HLN4F Quick Reference ..............5-12 Connector Definitions ..................5-14 Jumper Settings .................... 5-17 Explanation of Jumpers ................
  • Page 8 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Installing and Removing Hard Drives ............6-15 6-10 Power Supply ....................6-18 Power Supply Replacement ................6-18 Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction ...................... 7-1 Starting BIOS Setup Utility ................7-1 How To Change the Configuration Data ............7-1 Starting the Setup Utility .................

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The A+ Server 2122TC-DL6RF4 is a high-end server comprised of two main subsystems: the SC217HD-R1K28BP 2U server chassis and two H8DCT-HLN4F dual processor serverboards. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the system (www.supermicro.

  • Page 10: Serverboard Features

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Serverboard Features At the heart of the A+ Server 2122TC-DL6RF4 lies two H8DCT-HLN4F dual processor serverboards based upon one AMD SR5670 chipset and one SP5100 Southbridge chipset. Below are the main features of the H8DCT-HLN4F. Note that the features on each board are doubled for the server, which includes two nodes.

  • Page 11: Other Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction Other Features Other onboard features that promote system health include voltage monitors, a auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU overheat sensors and virus protection. Figure 1-1. AMD AMD SR5670/SP5100 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent the features on your motherboard.

  • Page 12: Server Chassis Features

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Server Chassis Features The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC217HD server chassis. System Power Each chassis includes a high-efficiency 80 Plus Platinum certified power supply, rated at 1280 Watts plus one redundant backup power supply. In the unlikely event your power supply fails, replacement is simple and can be accomplished without tools.

  • Page 13: Air Shrouds

    Chapter 1: Introduction Air Shrouds The SC217HD chassis includes one mylar air shroud that directs the airflow where cooling is needed on each serverboard. Always use the air shroud included with your chassis on each serverboard. Cooling System The chassis accepts four system fans powered from the backpane. One pair of fans runs whenever the corresponding computing node is powered on.

  • Page 14: Contacting Supermicro

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 15: Twin System Notes

    Chapter 1: Introduction 2U Twin System Notes As a 2U Twin configuration, the 2122TC-DL6RF4 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 16 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Notes...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Server Installation Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your A+ Server 2122TC-DL6RF4 up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time. This quick setup assumes that your system has come to you with the processors and memory preinstalled.

  • Page 18: 2-4 Warnings And Precautions

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL • This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like). • This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.

  • Page 19: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 2: Server Installation • 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 temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room.

  • Page 20: Installing The System Into A Rack

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the chassis into a rack unit with the rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean that the assembly procedure will differ slightly from the instructions provided.

  • Page 21: Locking Tabs

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Locking Tabs Each inner rail has a locking tab. This tab locks the chassis into place when installed and pushed fully into the rack. These tabs also lock the chassis in place when fully extended from the rack. This prevents the server from coming completely out of the rack when when the chassis is pulled out for servicing.

  • Page 22: Installing The Inner Rails On The Chassis

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis To install the inner rails, use the procedure below. Installing the Inner Rails 1. Confirm that the left and right inner rails have been correctly identified. Place the inner rail firmly against the side of the chassis, aligning the hooks on the side of the chassis with the holes in the inner rail.

  • Page 23: Installing The Outer Rails On The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-5. Extending and Releasing the Outer Rails L-min=676.00(26.61")(outer rail) 21D01 Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack Use the procedure below to install the outer rails onto the rack. Installing the Outer Rails 1. Press upward on the locking tab at the rear end of the middle rail. 2.

  • Page 24: Standard Chassis Installation

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Standard Chassis Installation Stability hazard. The rack stabilizing mechanism must be in place, or the rack must be bolted to the floor before you slide the unit out for servicing. Failure to stabilize the rack can cause the rack to tip over.

  • Page 25: Checking The Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the 2122TC-DL6RF4 in the rack, open the unit to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made. Before operating the system for the first time, it is important to remove the protective film covering the top of the chassis, in order to allow for proper ventilation and cooling.
  • Page 26 See Chapter 5 for instructions on processor and heat sink installation. • Your 2122TC-DL6RF4 server system 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.

  • Page 27: Checking The System Setup

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Checking the System 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 • 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 28 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Notes 2-12...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3 System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview The chassis includes: • Control panels on the front that houses power buttons and status indicator LEDs • Status lights on externally accessable hard drives • Status lights for the power supply visible from the back of the chassis •...

  • Page 30: Control Panel Buttons

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Control Panel Buttons Each control panel has two buttons. • Power: The main power button on each of the two control panels is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to the corresponding node.

  • Page 31: Control Panel Leds

    Chapter 3: System Interface Control Panel LEDs Each control panel has two informational LEDs. • NIC: Indicates network activity on either LAN1 or LAN2 when flashing. • Information LED: Alerts operator of several states, as noted in the table below. Information LED Status Description...

  • Page 32: Drive Carrier Leds

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Drive Carrier LEDs The SC217HD chassis uses SAS/SATA drives. Each SAS/SATA drive carrier has two LEDs. • Blue: Each Serial ATA drive carrier has a blue LED. When illuminated, this blue LED (on the front of the SATA drive carrier) indicates drive activity. A connection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed.

  • Page 33: About Standardized Warning Statements

    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 34 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden 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 35 Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫جسذٌة‬ ‫اصابة‬ ً‫تتسبب ف‬ ‫حالة ٌوكي أى‬ ً‫اًك ف‬ ‫خطز‬ ًٌ‫ٌع‬ ‫هذا الزهز‬ !‫تحذٌز‬ ‫الذوائز‬ ‫بالوخاطز الٌاجوة عي‬ ‫ي على علن‬ ، ‫ك‬ ‫هعذات‬ ‫تعول على أي‬ ‫قبل أى‬ ‫الكهزبائٍة‬ ‫حىادث‬ ‫أي‬ ‫وقىع‬ ‫وٌع‬ ‫ل‬ ‫الىقائٍة‬...

  • Page 36: Installation Instructions

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 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 37: 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 38: Power Disconnection Warning

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL 경고! 이 제품은 전원의 단락(과전류)방지에 대해서 전적으로 건물의 관련 설비에 의존합니다. 보호장치의 정격이 반드시 250V(볼트), 20A(암페어)를 초과하지 않도록 해야 합니다. Waarschuwing Dit product is afhankelijk van de kortsluitbeveiliging (overspanning) van uw electrische installatie. Controleer of het beveiligde aparaat niet groter gedimensioneerd is dan 220V, 20A.
  • Page 39 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems ¡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. Attention Le système doit être débranché...

  • Page 40: Equipment Installation

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Equipment Installation Warning! Only trained and qualified 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, qualifiziertem Personal gestattet werden.

  • Page 41: Restricted Area

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Waarschuwing Deze apparatuur mag alleen worden geïnstalleerd, vervangen of hersteld door geschoold en gekwalificeerd 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 42: Battery Handling

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 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 ٍ‫نتركُبها ف‬ ‫هذه انىحذة‬ ‫تخصيص‬ ‫تم‬ ،‫أداة خاصت‬ ‫من خالل استخذاو‬...
  • Page 43 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 44: Redundant Power Supplies

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 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 45: Backplane Voltage

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫امداد الطاقة‬ ‫بوحدات‬ ‫عدة اتصاالت‬ ‫جهاز‬ ‫ال‬ ‫يكون لهذا‬ ‫قد‬ ‫الكهرباء‬ ‫عن‬ ‫وحدة‬ ‫ال‬ ‫لعسل‬ ‫كافة االتصاالت‬ ‫يجب إزالة‬ 경고! 이 장치에는 한 개 이상의 전원 공급 단자가 연결되어 있을 수 있습니다. 이 장치에 전원을...

  • Page 46: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL ‫מתח בפנל האחורי‬ !‫הרה‬ ‫אז‬ ‫קיימת סכנת מתח בפנל האחורי בזמן תפעול המערכת. יש להיזהר במהלך‬ .‫העבודה‬ ‫اللىحة‬ ‫أوالطاقة المىجىدة على‬ ‫التيار الكهزبائي‬ ‫مه‬ ‫خطز‬ ‫هناك‬ ‫هذا الجهاس‬ ‫خدمة‬ ‫كه حذرا عند‬ ‫يعمل‬ ‫النظام‬ ‫عندما يكىن‬...

  • Page 47: Product Disposal

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems 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 ‫المتعلقة‬ ‫المحلية والىطىية‬ ‫قىاويه‬ ‫يجب أن يمتثل لل‬ ‫الكهربائية‬...

  • Page 48: Hot Swap Fan Warning

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL ¡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. Renseignez-vous auprès de l'organisme compétent.
  • Page 49 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems 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 50: Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Power Cable and AC Adapter Warning! When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables, power cables and AC adaptors. Using any other cables and adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL or CSA -certified cables (that have UL/CSA shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by Supermicro only.
  • Page 51 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Attention Lors de l'installation du produit, utilisez les bables de connection fournis ou désigné. L'utilisation d'autres cables et adaptateurs peut provoquer un dysfonctionnement ou un incendie. Appareils électroménagers et de loi sur la sécurité Matériel interdit l'utilisation de UL ou CSA câbles certifiés qui ont UL ou CSA indiqué...
  • Page 52 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Notes 4-20...

  • Page 53: Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the H8DCT-HLN4F motherboard into the chassis, connect the data and power cables and install extension cards. All motherboard jumpers and connections are also described. A layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter for your reference.

  • Page 54: Motherboard Installation

    Motherboard Installation This section explains the first step of physically mounting the H8DCT-HLN4F into the SC217HD drawer. The 2122TC-DL6RF4 is a highly complicated system. It is recommended that motherboard removal/installation be done by a Supermicro trained technician. In case of emergency, following the steps in the order given will eliminate the most common problems encountered in such an installation.

  • Page 55: Rear I/O Ports

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Rear I/O Ports Figure 5-1. Rear I/O Ports Rear I/O Ports 1. LAN3 3. LAN4 5. IPMI LAN 7. UID 2. LAN1 4. LAN2 6. KVM (VGA+COM+2*USB)

  • Page 56: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Processor and Heatsink Installation Caution: When handling the processor, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Also, do not place the serverboard on a conductive surface, which can damage the BIOS battery and prevent the system from booting up.
  • Page 57 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 4. Align pin 1 of the CPU with pin 1 of the socket. Once aligned, carefully place the CPU into the socket. Do not drop the CPU on the socket, move the CPU horizontally or vertically or rub the CPU against the socket or against any pins of the socket, which may damage the CPU and/or the socket.

  • Page 58: Installing A Cpu Heatsink

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Installing a CPU Heatsink 1. Remove power from the system and unplug the AC power cord from the power supply. 2. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; Screw #1...

  • Page 59: Removing The Heatsink

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 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. 1.

  • Page 60: Installing Memory

    Please refer to our web site for memory that has been tested on the 2122TC-DL6RF4 serverboard. Memory Support The H8DCT-HLN4F serverboard supports single and dual channel, DDR3-1600/1333/1066 MHz speed registered ECC/Unbuffered ECC/non-ECC SDRAM.
  • Page 61 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-2. Installing DIMM into Slot To Install: Insert Notch Notch module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Front View Pay attention to the alignment notch at the bottom. Note: Notch should align with To Remove: Use the receptive key point on the slot.

  • Page 62: Dimm Module Population Configuration

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL DIMM Module Population Configuration For memory to work properly, follow the tables below for memory installation: Per Channel DIMM Populations Options Max. Max. MHz, MHz, 1.5V 1.35V DIMMs Max. GB/ DIMM Type DIMM A DIMM B...

  • Page 63: Adding Pci Expansion Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Adding PCI Expansion Cards See Chapter 6, Advanced Chassis Setup. 5-11...

  • Page 64: Motherboard Details

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Motherboard Details See the Figure 5-3 for a layout of the H8DCT-HLN4F motherboard. H8DCT-HLN4F Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear (See Section 5-9) JI2C1/JI2C2 I2C to PCI-E Slot Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
  • Page 65 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-3. H8DCT-HLN4F Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale) InfiniBand SPEAKER SR5670 SR5690 SP5100 CPU1 CPU2 Note: Jumpers not indicated are for test purposes only. 5-13...

  • Page 66: Connector Definitions

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Connector Definitions Fan Headers Fan Header Pin Definitions This motherboard has one GPU fan header Pin# Definition (Fan1). This 4-pin fans header is backward Ground compatible with 3-pin fans. However, fan +12V speed control is available for 4-pin fans only.
  • Page 67 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup IPMB JIPMB1 Pin Definitions A System Management Bus header for the Pin# Definition IPMI slot is located at JIPMB1. Connect the Data appropriate cable here to use the IPMB I2C Ground connection on your system. Clock No Connection Overheat LED...
  • Page 68 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Trusted Platform Module Header Trusted Platform Module Header Pin Definitions (JTPM1) The JTPM1 header is used to connect a Pin# Definition Pin# Definition Trusted Platform Module (TPM), available LCLK separately from a third-party vendor. A TPM...

  • Page 69: Jumper Settings

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Jumper Settings Connector Pins Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, 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 70 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL I2C to PCI-Express Slots C to PCI-Express Slot Jumper Settings C1/JI C2 slots allows you to enable the I C1/JI bus to communicate with a PCI-Express slot. Jumper Setting Definition For the jumpers to work properly, please set...

  • Page 71: 5-10 Onboard Indicators

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-10 Onboard Indicators LAN1/LAN2/LAN3/LAN4 LEDs LAN LED (Connection Speed The Ethernet ports (located beside the KVM Indicator) port) have two LEDs. On each Gb LAN port, LED Color Definition one LED blinks to indicate activity while the 10 MHz other may be green, amber or off to indicate Green...

  • Page 72: 5-11 Enabling Sata Raid

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL 5-11 Enabling SATA RAID Now that the hardware is set up, you must install the operating system and the SATA RAID drivers, if you wish to use RAID with your SATA drives. The installation procedure differs depending on whether you wish to have the operating system installed on a RAID array or on a separate non-RAID drive.

  • Page 73: Enabling Sata Raid In The Bios

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Enabling SATA RAID in the BIOS Before installing the Windows operating system, you must change some settings in the BIOS. Boot up the system and hit the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup Utlility. After the setup utility loads, 1.

  • Page 74: Using The Dothill And Adaptec Raid Utility

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Figure 5-5. DotHill RAID Utility Program Screen Figure 5-6. Adaptec RAID Utility Program Screen Using the DotHill and Adaptec RAID Utility The RAID Utility program allows you to define the drives you want to include in the RAID array and the mode and type of RAID.

  • Page 75: Installing The Raid Driver During Os Installation

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Installing the RAID Driver During OS Installation You may also use the procedure below to install the RAID driver during the Windows OS installation: 1. With the Windows OS installation CD-ROM in the CD drive, restart the system.
  • Page 76 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Figure 5-7. Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on paper to view the readme files for each item. Click the computer icons to the right of these items to install each item (from top to the bottom) one at a time.

  • Page 77: Superdoctor Iii

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-8. SuperDoctor III Interface Display Screen (Health Information) Figure 5-9. SuperDoctor III Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: The SuperDoctor III program and User’s Manual can be downloaded from the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/software/ SuperDoctorIII.cfm.

  • Page 78: 5-13 Serverboard Battery

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL 5-13 Serverboard Battery Caution: There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 5-10). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer (CR2032).

  • Page 79: 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-R1K28BP 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 80: Front And Rear Views

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Front and Rear Views There is a control panel located on the front edge of the chassis for each computing node. The control panel offers a power switch and status LEDs as described in Chapter 3.

  • Page 81: Chassis Cover

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chassis Cover Before operating the system for the first time, it is important to remove the protective film covering the top of the chassis, to allow for proper ventilation and cooling. Removing the Chassis Cover and Protective Film This procedure is also described in Chapter 2.

  • Page 82: Air Shrouds

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Air Shrouds Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. The SC217HD chassis requires air shrouds for each motherboard node. Air shrouds vary depending upon the motherboard used. See the illustrations below. Installing an Air Shroud 1.

  • Page 83: System Fans

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup System Fans Four fans circulate air through the chassis to help control the chassis internal temperature. The system fans are easy to change. If one of the node drawers is removed, the two associated fans will stop. Changing a System Fan 1.

  • Page 84: Checking The Airflow

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Figure 6-6. System Fan Placement 6. Put the fan housing back into the chassis and reconnect the cables. 7. Confirm that the fan is working properly before replacing the chassis cover. Checking the Airflow Checking Airflow •...

  • Page 85: Replacing The Backplane

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Replacing the Backplane The SC217HD chassis backplane is located behind the hard drives and in front of the system fans. In the unlikely event of a backplane failure, follow the instructions below. Removing the Backplane Removing the Backplane from the Chassis 1.
  • Page 86 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL 6. Loosen the three screws in the spring bar, located on the floor of the chassis, indicated by the arrows (see Figure 6-7). Figure 6-8. Loosening the Spring Bar Screws in the Floor of the Chassis 7.

  • Page 87: Installing The Backplane

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing the Backplane Installing the Backplane into the Chassis 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 88: Installing The Motherboard

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Installing the Motherboard I/O Shield The I/O shield holds the motherboard ports in place. The I/O shield does not require installation. Figure 6-11. I/O Shield Placement I/O Shields Permanent and Optional Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by creating space between the motherboard and the chassis surface.
  • Page 89 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 4. Lay the motherboard in the node drawer aligning the standoffs with the motherboard. 5. Secure the motherboard to the node drawer using the rounded, Phillips head screws included for this purpose. Do not apply more than 8 inch-lbs. of torque 6.

  • Page 90: Installing The Adapter Card

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Installing the Adapter Card Each node drawer comes equipped with an adapter card that connects the motherboard to the backplane. Installing the Adapter Card 1. Make sure the motherboard has been installed properly in the node drawer before installing the adapter card 2.

  • Page 91: Adding Expansion Cards

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Adding Expansion Cards Each node drawer accepts three expansion cards--two full height, full length cards and one low profile card. That allows a total of six for the chassis. A riser card is necessary to mount the expansion cards. The riser card is preinstalled in each node.
  • Page 92 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Installing Expansion Cards 1. Use the control panel to power down the computing node, and pull the node drawer out of the chassis. 2. Pull open the PCI slot shield clip in the rear of the node drawer and remove the shield.

  • Page 93: Installing And Removing Hard Drives

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing and Removing Hard Drives The SC217HD chassis features 24 drive bays that are accessable for drive replacement from the front of the chassis. The drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal. These carriers also help promote proper airflow for the drive bays.
  • Page 94 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Removing Hard Drive Carriers from the Chassis 1. Press the release button on the drive carrier. This extends the drive bay handle. 2. Use the handle to pull the drive out of the chassis (Figure 6-17).
  • Page 95 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-18. Removing a Dummy Drive from Carrier Dummy Drive Drive Carrier Installing a Drive into the Carrier 1. Install a new drive into the carrier with the printed circuit board side facing down so that the mounting holes in the drive align with those in the carrier. 2.

  • Page 96: 6-10 Power Supply

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL 6-10 Power Supply The SC217HD chassis includes redundant 1280 Watts power supplies. They are auto-switching, so they automatically sense and operate at the supplied input voltage between 100v to 240v. An amber light will be illuminated on the power supply when the power is off.

  • Page 97: Chapter 7 Bios

    Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the H8DCT-HLN4F. The AMI 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 setup screens. Starting BIOS Setup Utility To enter the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screens, press the <Delete>...

  • Page 98: Starting The Setup Utility

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Starting 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 99: Processor And Clock Options

    Chapter 7: BIOS Hit 'DEL' Message Display Use this option to Enable or Disable the "Press DEL to run setup" message in POST. Interrupt 19 Capture Select Enabled to allow ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Watch Dog Function Allows system to restart when system is inactive more than 5-minutes.

  • Page 100: Advanced Chipset Control

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Secure Virtual Machine Mode This setting is used to Enable or Disable SVM. Power Now This setting is used to Enable or Disable the AMD Power Now feature. Power Cap This option can decide the highest P-state in the OS. Options include P-state 0 through P-state 4.

  • Page 101: Ecc Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS Bank Swizzle Mode This setting Enables or Disables the bank swizzle mode.  ECC Configuration ECC Mode This submenu affects the DRAM scrub rate based on its setting. Options include Disabled, Basic, Good, Super, Max and User. Selecting User activates the other options for user setting.

  • Page 102: Ide Configuration

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Legacy USB Support Select "Enabled" to enable the support for USB Legacy. Disable Legacy support if there are no USB devices installed in the system. "Auto" disabled Legacy support if no USB devices are connected. The options are Disabled, Enabled and Auto.
  • Page 103 Chapter 7: BIOS PIO Mode PIO (Programmable I/O) mode programs timing cycles between the IDE drive and the programmable IDE controller. As the PIO mode increases, the cycle time decreases. The options are Auto, 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Select Auto to allow BIOS to auto detect the PIO mode.
  • Page 104 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL  PCI/PnP Configuration Clear NVRAM Select Yes to clear NVRAM during boot-up. The options are Yes and No. Plug & Play O/S Select Yes to allow the OS to configure Plug & Play devices. (This is not required for system boot if your system has an OS that supports Plug &...

  • Page 105: Superio Device Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS Boots Graphic Adapter Priority This option specifies the priority for booting the graphic adapter for Onboard VGA or Offboard VGA.  SuperIO Device Configuration Serial 1 Address This option specifies the base I/O port address and Interrupt Request address of serial port 1.

  • Page 106: Remote Access Configuration

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL  Remote Access Configuration Remote Access Use this option to Enable or Disable Remote Access in your system. If enabled, the settings below will appear. Serial Port Number Use this setting to select the serial port for console redirection. Options include COM1, COM2*.

  • Page 107: Hardware Health Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS  Hardware Health Configuration CPU Overheat Alarm This setting allows you to specify the type of alarm for CPU overheating. Options include The Early Alarm and The Default Alarm. Fan Speed Control Modes This feature allows the user to determine how the system will control the speed of the onboard fans.

  • Page 108: Ipmi Configuration

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL  IPMI Configuration This menu shows static information about the IPMI firmware revision and status of the BMC, as well as options for IPMI configuration.  View BMC System Event Log Pressing the Enter key will open the following settings. Use the "+" and "-" keys to navigate through the system event log.

  • Page 109: Event Log Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS Subnet Mask In the field provided here enter the Subnet address in the decimal form of xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx with xxx having a value of less than 256 and in decimal form only. The current subnet address in the BMC is shown. Gateway Address In the field provided here enter the Gateway address in the decimal form of xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx with xxx having a value of less than 256 and in decimal form...

  • Page 110: Security Menu

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Security Menu AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both passwords, the Supervisor password must be set first. Change Supervisor Password Select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub menu, and then type in the password.

  • Page 111: Usb Drives

    Chapter 7: BIOS CD/DVD Drives This feature allows you to specify the boot sequence from the list of available CD/ DVD drives. A device that is in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu. USB Drives This feature allows you to specify the boot sequence from the list of available USB drives.

  • Page 112: Exit Menu

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Exit Menu Select the Exit tab from AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Save Changes and Exit When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave BIOS Setup and reboot the computer, so the new system configuration parameters can take effect.

  • Page 113: 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.
  • Page 114 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Notes...

  • Page 115: Appendix B System Specifications

    Appendix B: System Specifications Appendix B System Specifications Note: Unless noted specifications apply to a complete system (all serverboards). Processors Two AMD Opteron 4000 series processors in AMD Socket C32 type sockets per node Note: please refer to our website for details on supported processors. Chipset One SR5670 chipset and one SP5100 Southbridge chipset per node BIOS...

  • Page 116: System Cooling

    A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 USER'S MANUAL Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 85 lbs. (38.6 kg.) System Cooling Four 8-cm PWM system cooling fans System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100-240V AC auto-range Rated Input Current: 12 - 6A Rated Input Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz...
  • Page 117 Appendix B: System Specifications Notes...
  • Page 118 A+ SERVER 2122TC-DL6RF4 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 significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

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