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  • Page 1 UPER ® A+ Server 1012A-MTF USER’S MANUAL 1.0a...
  • Page 2 This product, including software and docu- mentation, is the property of Supermicro and/or its licensors, and is supplied only under a license. Any use or reproduction of this product is not allowed, except as expressly permitted by the terms of said license.

  • 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 1012A-MTF. In- stallation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The A+ Server 1012A-MTF is a high-end server based on the CSE-813MT-350CB 1U rackmount chassis and the MB-H8SML-iF single processor serverboard.
  • Page 4 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the A+ Server 1012A-MTF. Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the MB-H8SML-iF serverboard, includ- ing the locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Server Chassis Features ................1-3 System Power ....................1-3 SATA Subsystem ..................... 1-3 Control Panel ....................1-3 Cooling System ....................1-3 Contacting Supermicro ..................1-5 Chapter 2 Server Installation Overview ......................2-1 Unpacking the System ..................2-1 Preparing for Setup ..................2-1 Choosing a Setup Location ................
  • Page 6 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Chapter 3 System Interface Overview ......................3-1 Control Panel Buttons ..................3-2 Control Panel LEDs ..................3-2 Overheating ..................... 3-3 Drive Carrier LEDs ..................3-4 Power Supply LEDs ..................3-4 Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements ............
  • Page 7 Preface 5-12 Enabling SATA RAID ..................5-23 Serial ATA (SATA)..................5-23 Installing the OS/SATA Driver ............... 5-23 Building a Driver Diskette ................. 5-23 Enabling SATA RAID in the BIOS ..............5-24 Using the Adaptec RAID Utility ..............5-25 Installing the RAID Driver During OS Installation ......... 5-25 5-13 Installing Software ..................
  • Page 8 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Notes viii v...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction Overview The A+ Server 1012A-MTF is a high-end server comprised of the SC813MT-350CB 1U chassis and the H8SML-iF single processor motherboard. Refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the system (www.supermicro.com).

  • Page 10: Motherboard Features

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Motherboard Features The H8SML-iF serverboard is based on the AMD SR5650 and SP5100 chipsets. Below are the main features of the H8SML-iF (see Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset). Processors The H8SML-iF supports one AMD Opteron 3000 series (AMD Socket AM3+ type) processor.

  • Page 11: Server Chassis Features

    The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC813MT-350CB chassis. System Power When configured as a 1012A-MTF, the SC813MT chassis includes a single 350W power supply. SATA Subsystem For the 1012A-MTF, the SC813MT chassis was designed to support four SATA hard drives, which are hot-swappable units.

  • Page 12: System Block Diagram

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Figure 1-1. Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details. UDIMM/1600 1A SOCKET UDIMM/1600 1B AM3R2 UDIMM/1600 2A UDIMM/1600 2B PCI-E GEN2 X8 PCI-E GEN2 x1 INTEL Slot7 PCI-E 2.0 x8 (in x16)

  • Page 13: Contacting Supermicro

    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...
  • Page 14 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Unpacking the System You should inspect the box the A+ Server 1012A-MTF was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage, you should file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.

  • Page 16: Warnings And Precautions

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual 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 17: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera- ture of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient tempera- ture (Tmra).

  • Page 18: Installing The System Into A Rack

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the A+ Server 1012A-MTF into a rack unit with the rack rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.

  • Page 19: Installing The Rack Rails

    Figure 2-1. Installing Rear Inner Chassis Rails Installing the Rack Rails Determine where you want to place the A+ Server 1012A-MTF in the rack. Position the chassis rail guides at the desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing the inside of the rack.

  • Page 20: Installing The Server Into The Rack

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Installing the Server into the Rack You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack unit. The next step is to install the server into the rack. Do this by lining up the rear of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails.

  • Page 21: Installing The Server Into A Telco Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Server into a Telco Rack To install the A+ Server 1012A-MTF into a Telco type rack, use two L-shaped brack- ets on either side of the chassis (four total). First, determine how far the server will extend out the front of the rack.
  • Page 22 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 23: Chapter 3 System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview The chassis includes: • A control panel on the front that houses power buttons and status monitoring lights • Status lights on externally accessable hard drives • Status lights for the power supply visible from the back of the chassis These elements are described in this chapter with possible responses.

  • Page 24: Control Panel Buttons

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Control Panel Buttons The chassis includes two push-buttons that control power to the system. Reset: The reset button is used to reboot the system. Power: The main power switch is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to the server system.

  • Page 25: Overheating

    Some backplanes allow the overheat temperature to be set at 45, 50, or 55 by changing a jumper setting. For more information, consult the backplane user manual at www.supermicro.com. (Click Support, then the Manuals link.) Responses If the server overheats: 1.

  • Page 26: Drive Carrier Leds

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Drive Carrier LEDs The chassis includes externally accessable SAS/SATA drives. Each drive carrier displays two status LEDs on the front of the carrier. • Green: When illuminated, this LED indicates drive activity. It blinks on and off when that particular drive is being accessed This function is controlled by the backplane.

  • Page 27: About Standardized Warning Statements

    Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis. These warnings may also be found on our web site at http://www.supermicro.com/ about/policies/safety_information.cfm. Warning Definition Warning! This warning symbol means danger.
  • Page 28 A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 29 Chapter 4: 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...

  • Page 30: Installation Instructions

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 31: 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 32: Power Disconnection Warning

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 33 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 34: Equipment Installation

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 35: 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 36: Battery Handling

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 37 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 38: Redundant Power Supplies

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 39: 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 40: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 41: 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 42: Hot Swap Fan Warning

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 43 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 44: Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    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. 電源コードとACアダプター 製品を設置する場合、 提供または指定された接続ケーブル、 電源コードとACアダプター...
  • Page 45 Appareils électroménagers et de loi sur la sécurité Matériel interdit l'utilisation de UL ou CSA câbles certifiés qui ont UL ou CSA indiqué sur le code pour tous les autres appareils électriques que les produits désignés par Supermicro seulement.
  • Page 46 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Notes 4-20...

  • Page 47: Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install processors and heatsinks to the X8SML-iF 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.

  • Page 48: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Processor and Heatsink Installation Caution: Exercise extreme caution when handling and installing the processor. Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Installation Procedure Follow the procedures as listed below to install the motherboard into a chassis.
  • Page 49 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 2. Lift the processor socket lever vertically up and open. 3. With the lever raised, locate and align pin 1 of the CPU socket with pin 1 of the CPU. Both are marked with a triangle.

  • Page 50: Mounting The Motherboard Into A Chassis

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Mounting the Motherboard into a Chassis All motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis. Make sure that the locations of all the mounting holes for both the motherboard and the chassis match. Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fasteners, metal ones are highly recommended because they ground the motherboard to the chassis.
  • Page 51 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Note: 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB or 8 GB size memory modules are supported. It is highly recommended that you remove the power cord from the system before installing or changing memory modules. Please refer to our web site for memory that has been tested on the H8SML-iF serverboard.

  • Page 52: Dimm Module Population Configuration

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Memory Population for Optimal Performance # DIMMS Channel 1 Channel 2 2 DIMMs DIMM1A DIMM2A 4 DIMMs DIMM1A DIMM2B DIMM2A DIMM2B DIMM Module Population Configuration For memory to work properly, follow the tables below for memory installation:...

  • Page 53: Pci Expansion Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup PCI Expansion Cards A riser card is used to support one standard size (full height full length) PCI expan- sion card. Installing a PCI Expansion Card 1. Confirm that you have the correct riser card for your chassis model and the expansion card includes a standard bracket.

  • Page 54: I/O Port And Control Panel Connections

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual I/O Port and Control Panel Connections The I/O ports are located on the back of the motherboard. Figure 5-2. I/O Port Locations and Definitions Rear I/O Ports 1. Keyboard 5. COM1 2. PS/2 Mouse 6. VGA Port 3.

  • Page 55: Motherboard Details

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Motherboard Details Figure 5-4. H8SML-iF Layout COM1 LAN2 LAN1 Winbond JPL1 WPCM450 JPG1 JPL2 CPU1 SR5650 JOH1 JBT1 SP5100 Battery JPS1 JPW2 JWD1 H8SML-iF Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear (See Section 5-9) JI2C1/JI2C2 I2C to PCI-E Slot Enable/Disable Both Open (Disabled)
  • Page 56 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Connector Description 6-SGPIO1/6- Serial General Purpose Input/Output Header for SAS SGPIO2 COM1/2 COM1 Serial Port/Header FAN 1-5 Chassis/CPU Fan Headers IPMI LAN Dedicated IPMI LAN Port Speaker Header Front Panel Connector JIPMB1 System Management Bus Header (SMBus)

  • Page 57: Connector Definitions

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Connector Definitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Pin # Definition Power Connectors +3.3V +3.3V A 24-pin main power supply connector(JPW1) -12V +3.3V and one 8-pin CPU PWR connector (JPW2) on the motherboard. These power connec- PS_ON tors meet the SSI EPS 12V specification.
  • Page 58 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Power Fail LED PWR Fail LED Pin Definitions The Power Fail LED connection is located on (JF1) pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Refer to the table on the Pin# Definition right for pin definitions.
  • Page 59 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup HDD/FP UID Switch HDD/UID Switch Pin Defi nitions The HDD/UID Switch connections are locat- (JF1) ed on pins 13/14 of JF1. Attach a hard-drive Pin# Definition LED cable to display HDD or SATA activities. UID Signal/3.3V This connection can also be used as a front HDD Active panel UID (Unit Identifier) switch.
  • Page 60 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual LAN1/2 (Ethernet Ports) LAN Ports (LAN1/2) Pin Definition Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (designated Pin# Definition Pin# Definition LAN1 and LAN2) are located beside the P2V5SB SGND VGA port. Additionally, there is a dedicated TD0+ Act LED LAN for IPMI on top of the two rear USB ports.
  • Page 61 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Pin Ports Definitions PS2 Keyboard PS2 Mouse The ATX PS/2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse are Pin# Definition Pin# Definition located next to the Back Panel USB Ports on KB Data Mouse Data the motherboard.

  • Page 62: Chassis Intrusion

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual SMBus Header SMBus Header (SMBus) The JIPMB1 header at SMBus is for the Sys- Pin Definitions tem Management Bus. Connect the appropri- (JIPMB1) ate cable here to utilize SMB on the system. Pin# Definition See the table on the right for pin definitions.
  • Page 63 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 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 LFRAME No Pin is a security device that allows encryption...

  • Page 64: Jumper Settings

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual 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 be- tween two pins to change the function of the Setting connector.
  • Page 65 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup I2C to PCI-Express Slot C to PCI-Express Slot Jumper Settings C1/JI C2 allows you to enable the I C bus C1/JI to communicate with the PCI-Express slot. Jumper Setting Definition For the jumpers to work properly, please set Closed Enabled both jumpers to the same setting.
  • Page 66 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual BMC Jumper BMC Jumper Enable (JPB1) Jumper Settings JPB1 is used to enable or disable the BMC Jumper Setting Definition (Baseboard Management Control) Chip and Pins 1-2 Enabled (default) the onboard IPMI connection.This jumper is...

  • Page 67: 5-10 Onboard Indicators

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-10 Onboard Indicators LAN LED (Connection Speed Indicator) LAN1/LAN2 LEDs LED Color Definition The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA 10 MHz port) have two LEDs. On each Gb LAN port, Green 100 MHz one LED blinks to indicate activity while the Amber 1 GHz other may be green, amber or off to indicate...

  • Page 68: 5-11 Sata Drive Connections

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual 5-11 SATA Drive Connections SATA Ports Pin Definitions (SATA0-SATA5) SATA Ports Pin # Definition There are no jumpers to configure the SATA Ground ports, which are designated SATA0 through SATA5. See the table on the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 69: 5-12 Enabling Sata Raid

    Building a Driver Diskette You must first build a driver diskette from Supermicro drivers for your system. Driv- ers can be found at ftp://ftp.supermicro.com. (You will have to create this disk on a computer that is already running and with the OS installed.) Building a Driver Diskette 1.

  • Page 70: Enabling Sata Raid In The Bios

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Enabling SATA RAID in the BIOS Before installing the Windows Operating System, you must change some settings in BIOS. Boot up the system and hit the <Del> key to enter the BIOS Setup Utlility. After the Setup Utility loads, 1.

  • Page 71: Using The Adaptec Raid Utility

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-6. Adaptec RAID Utility Program Screen Using the Adaptec RAID Utility The Adaptec® RAID Utility program is where you can define the drives you want to include in the RAID array and the mode and type of RAID. Installing the RAID Driver During OS Installation You may also use the procedure below to install the RAID driver during the Win- dow's OS installation:...

  • Page 72: 5-13 Installing Software

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual 5-13 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 file for your motherboard.

  • Page 73: Superdoctor Iii

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup SuperDoctor III The SuperDoctor® III program is a web-based management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called SD III Client. The SuperDoctor III program allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.

  • Page 74: 5-14 Onboard Battery

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Figur 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/soft- ware/SuperDoctorIII.cfm. For Linux, we recommend that you use the SuperDoctor II application instead.

  • Page 75: 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 mainte- nance on the CSE-813MT-350CB 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 76: Control Panel

    A+ SERVER 1012A-MTF User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis Front View Control Panel SATA Drives (4) Figure 6-2. Chassis Rear View Dedicated IPMI Port PCI Expansion Slot Power Supply* Mouse Port Keyboard Port VGA Port Ethernet Ports USB Ports COM1 Port...

  • Page 77: Removing The Chassis Cover

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Removing the Chassis Cover You will need to access the inside of the system to perform maintenance such as replacing fans and add-on cards. 1. Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it locks (you will hear a "click").

  • Page 78: System Fans

    Fan speed is controlled by a setting in BIOS. If a fan fails, replace it with the same type. Contact your vendor or Supermicro for information on replacement fans. Drive Bay Installation/Removal...

  • Page 79: Accessing The Drive Bays

    Note: Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers. For information on recommended HDDs, visit the Supermicro Web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/files/storage/SAS-1-Com-...
  • Page 80 A+ SERVER 1012A-MTF User's Manual Installing/Removing Hard Drives 1. To remove a carrier, push the release button located beside the drive LEDs. 2. Swing the colored handle fully out and use it to pull the unit straight out. Figure 6-5. Removing a Drive from the Server Mounting a Drive in a Drive Carrier 1.

  • Page 81: Dvd Drive Installation

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup DVD Drive Installation The A+ Server 1012A-MTF accomodates a slim DVD drive. Side mounting brackets are needed to mount it. Note that the DVD drive is optional; it does not come already installed in the system but can be installed by the user.

  • Page 82: Power Supply

    A+ SERVER 1012A-MTF User's Manual Power Supply The A+ Server 1012A-MTF has a single 350 watt power supply. This power supply has the capability of operating at 100 - 240 input volts. If the power supply unit fails, the system will shut down and you must replace the power supply unit. Replacement units can be ordered directly from Supermicro.

  • Page 83: Chapter 7 Bios

    Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the H8SML-7/i(F) serverboard. The 16 Mb AMI BIOS® is stored in a flash chip and can be easily upgraded using a floppy disk-based program. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual.

  • Page 84: Main Menu

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF USER'S MANUAL Main Menu Figure 7-1: Main BIOS Screen When you first enter AMI BIOS Setup Utility, you will see the Main Menu screen. You can always return to the Main Menu by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen with the arrow keys.

  • Page 85: Advanced Settings Menu

    Chapter 7: BIOS Advanced Settings Menu  Boot Feature Quick Boot If Enabled, this option will skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time needed for the system to boot up. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Quiet Boot If Disabled, normal POST messages will be displayed on boot-up.

  • Page 86: Processor And Clock Options

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF USER'S MANUAL Power Button Function This sets the function of the power button when you turn off the system. Options include 4-second Overide and Instant Off. Restore on AC Power Loss This sets the action that occurs when an AC power loss occurs. Options include Power Off, Power On and Last State.

  • Page 87: Advanced Chipset Control

    Chapter 7: BIOS Power Cap This option can decide the highest P-state in the OS. Options include P-state 0 through P-state 4. HPC Mode This option Enables or Disables support for P-state HPC mode. CPB Mode This option specifies the method of core performance boost environment. Options include Disabled and Auto.

  • Page 88: Ecc Configuration

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF USER'S MANUAL CS Sparing Enable This setting will reserve a spare memory rank in each node when enabled. Options are Enabled and Disabled. Power Down Enable This option allows you to Enable or Disable DDR power down mode.

  • Page 89: Southbridge Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS  SouthBridge Configuration OHCI/EHCI HC Device Functions These settings allow you to either Enable or Disable functions for OHCI or EHCI bus devices. USB 2.0 Controller Mode Use this setting to configure the USB 2.0 Controller in either Hi-Speed (480 Mps) or Full Speed (12 Mps) mode.
  • Page 90 A+ Server 1012A-MTF USER'S MANUAL PATA Channel Configuration This allows you to set PATA channel configuration. Options include SATA as Primary or SATA as secondary.  Primary/Secondary/Third/Fourth IDE Master/Slave LBA/Large Mode LBA (Logical Block Addressing) is a method of addressing data on a disk drive.
  • Page 91 Chapter 7: BIOS S.M.A.R.T. Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) can help predict impending drive failures. Select "Auto" to allow BIOS to auto detect hard disk drive support. Select "Disabled" to prevent AMI BIOS from using the S.M.A.R.T. Select "Enabled" to allow AMI BIOS to use the S.M.A.R.T. to support hard drive disk.

  • Page 92: Superio Device Configuration

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF USER'S MANUAL PCIE x8 Slot7 These settings Enable or Disable the specified PCIE slot in your system. Onboard LAN Option ROM Select This setting allows you to select the onboard LAN option ROM for iSCSI or PXE.

  • Page 93: Remote Access Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS  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 94: Hardware Health Configuration

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF USER'S MANUAL  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 95: Acpi Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS When COA (either Early or Default Alarm) is enabled, the following actions are required to be executed: • System overheating LED is required to be ON and to solid red. • Onboard buzzer or speaker is required to be ON and to be a continuous sound. •...

  • Page 96: Ipmi Configuration

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF USER'S MANUAL ACPI Version Features Use this setting the determine which ACPI version to use. Options are ACPI v1.0, ACPI v2.0 and ACPI v3.0. WHEA Support Use this setting to Enable or Disable Windows Hardware Error Architecture.

  • Page 97: Event Log Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS IP Address This submenu sets the IP address source as either Static or DHCP. Selecting Static allows you to manually set the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway Address. In the field provided here enter the IP 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 IP address and current IP address in the BMC are shown.

  • Page 98: Security Menu

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 99: Hard Disk Drives

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

  • Page 100: Exit Menu

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF 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 101: Appendix A Post Error Beep Codes

    Appendix A: POST Error Beep Codes Appendix A POST 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.
  • Page 102 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 103: Appendix B Uefi Bios Recovery Instructions

    Warning! Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue. Flashing the wrong BIOS can cause irreparable damage to the system. In no event shall Supermicro be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from a BIOS update. If you need to update the BIOS, do not shut down or reset the system while the BIOS is updating to avoid possible boot failure.
  • Page 104 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual To perform UEFI BIOS recovery using a USB-attached device, follow the instruc- tions below. 1. Using a different machine, copy the "Super.ROM" binary image file into the disc Root "\" Directory of a USB device or a writeable CD/DVD.
  • Page 105 Appendix B: UEFI BIOS Recovery Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Recovery WARNING! System rmware is being updated. Keyboard is locked. DO NOT TURN THE POWER OFF!!! Once rmware update is completed press any key to reboot the system Flash update progress Select Screen Select Item...
  • Page 106 A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual 9. After seeing the message that BIOS update is completed, unplug the AC power cable to clear CMOS, and then plug in the AC power cable to power on the system. 10. Press <Del> continuously to enter the BIOS Setup utility.

  • Page 107: Appendix C System Specifications

    Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Processors Single 8/4-Core ready AMD Opteron™ 3000 Series processor in socket AM3+ Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset AMD chipset SR5650/SP5100 BIOS 16Mb SPI Flash ROM with AMI® BIOS Memory Capacity Four DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of unbuffered ECC/non-ECC DDR3 1600/1333/1066...

  • Page 108: System Cooling

    A+ Server 1012A-MTF User's Manual Weight Gross Weight: 41 lbs. (18.59 kg.) System Cooling Four 4-cm high performance fans System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100-240V AC auto-range Rated Input Current: 4.2A (100V) to 1.8A (240V) Rated Input Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz...
  • Page 109 Appendix C: System Specifications California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warning applies only to products containing CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells. “Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate”...
  • Page 110 Notes 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 significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

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