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Themis RES-22XR3 Installation Manual

Configuration 3 2ru 19” rack-mount rugged enterprise server with x8dt3/-f/-ln4f motherboard configuration / two quad-core 5500 or quad/six-core 5600 xeon cpus
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/ Two Quad-Core 5500 or Quad/Six-Core 5600 Xeon CPUs

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  • Page 1 I nstallation I nsta ation M anual M anua 2RU 19” Rack-Mount Rugged Enterprise Server with X8DT3/-F/-LN4F Motherboard Configuration / Two Quad-Core 5500 or Quad/Six-Core 5600 Xeon CPUs...
  • Page 3 Themis Computer—Rest of World 47200 Bayside Parkway 5 Rue Irene Joliot-Curie Fremont, CA 94538 38320 Eybens, France Phone (510) 252-0870 Phone +33 476 14 77 80 Fax (510) 490-5529 Fax +33 476 14 77 89 World Wide Web http://www themis com...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Themis Computer assumes no responsibility for inaccuracies. Themis Computer retains the right to make changes to this publication at any time without prior notice. Themis Computer does not assume any liability arising from the application or use of this publication or the product(s) described herein.
  • Page 5 Version Revision History Version 1.0 ..................January 2011 Themis Computer...

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    In these cases, the device must be shut down and secured against unintentional operation. • Repairs may only be carried out by a person authorized by Themis Computer. • The device may only be opened for the installation and removal of extension...

  • Page 7: Grounding Methods

    4. Store electrostatic-sensitive boards in protective packaging or on conductive foam. Grounding Methods Guard against electrostatic damage at workstations by following these steps: 1. Cover workstations with approved anti-static material. Provide a wrist strap connected to a work surface and properly grounded tools and equipment. Themis Computer...
  • Page 8 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 2. Use anti-static mats, heel straps, or air ionizers to give added protection. 3. Handle electrostatic-sensitive components, boards, and assemblies by the case or the PCB edge. 4. Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    1.9.1 General ..................... 1-15 1.9.2 Electrical ....................1-16 1.9.2.1 System Power ................1-16 1.9.2.2 Output Voltage ................1-16 1.9.3 Environmental ..................1-17 1.9.3.1 Shock ..................1-17 1.9.3.2 Electrostatic Discharge ............. 1-17 1.9.3.3 Noise ..................1-17 1.10 Packaging and Shipping ..................1-19 Themis Computer...
  • Page 10 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 1.10.1 Accessory Kit ................... 1-19 1.10.2 Rack-Mount Slides (Optional) ..............1-20 2. Installation and Operation ................... 2-1 2.1 Installation Procedures ................... 2-1 2.1.1 Remove Protective Top Cover ..............2-1 2.1.2 Memory Modules ..................2-3 2.1.2.1 Installation ..................
  • Page 11 3.3.3.7 Active Processor Cores ............... 3-8 3.3.3.8 Intel® Speed_Step™ Technology ..........3-8 3.3.3.9 Intel® C-STATE Tech ..............3-8 3.3.3.10 Clock Spread Spectrum .............. 3-8 3.3.4 Advanced Chipset Control ................. 3-8 3.3.5 QPI Links Speed ..................3-8 3.3.5.1 QPI Frequency ................3-8 Themis Computer...
  • Page 12 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.3.5.2 QPI L0s and L1 ................3-9 3.3.5.3 Memory Frequency ..............3-9 3.3.5.4 Memory Mode ................3-9 3.3.5.5 Demand Scrubbing ..............3-9 3.3.5.6 Patrol Scrubbing ................. 3-9 3.3.5.7 Throttling - Closed Loop/Throttling - Open Loop ...... 3-9 3.3.6 Northbridge Configuration ..............
  • Page 13 3.3.16 View BMC System Event Log ..............3-23 3.3.16.1 Clear BMC System Event Log ..........3-24 3.3.17 Set LAN Configuration ................3-24 3.3.17.1 Channel Number ............... 3-24 3.3.17.2 Channel Number Status ............3-24 3.3.17.3 IP Address Source ..............3-24 Themis Computer...
  • Page 14 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.3.18 IP Address Configuration ................ 3-25 3.3.18.1 Parameter Selector ..............3-25 3.3.18.2 IP Address ................. 3-25 3.3.18.3 Current IP Address in BMC ............3-25 3.3.19 MAC Address Configuration ..............3-25 3.3.19.1 Parameter Selector ..............3-25 3.3.19.2 MAC Address ................
  • Page 15 D.2 Remote On-Only Configuration ................D-2 D.3 Ordering the Remote On/Off Switch ..............D-2 Appendix E. Re-Packing Instructions ................E-1 E.1 Re-Packaging for Shipment ...................E-1 E.2 Packing Components .....................E-1 E.3 Instructions for Re-Packing ...................E-2 Index ........................ Index-1 Reader Comment Card xiii Themis Computer...
  • Page 16 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Themis Computer...
  • Page 17 RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 (with Rack Mounts).......... 1-1 Figure 1-2 X8DT3 Motherboard Block Diagram.............. 1-3 Figure 1-3 External Features of the RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 (Front and Rear)..1-4 Figure 1-4 Major Components of RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 (Open Top View) ..1-5 Figure 1-5 RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 System LEDs and I/O Connectors ....
  • Page 18 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Figure 3-1 Main BIOS Setup Screen ................. 3-3 Figure 3-2 Security Settings .................... 3-29 Figure 3-3 Boot Settings....................3-31 Figure 3-4 Exit Options ....................3-32 Figure 3-5 AMI_FLSH HyperTerminal ................3-37 Figure 3-6 ROM File Extraction ..................
  • Page 19 Front I/O 16”-Deep Chassis Manual Matrix (AC and DC Power Supplies) .. xxii Table 1-1 RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 Motherboard Options ........1-2 Table 1-2 Major Features of the RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 ........1-2 Table 1-3 System LEDs ....................1-7 Table 1-4 I/O Connectors (Rear Panel)................
  • Page 20 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 xviii Themis Computer...

  • Page 21: Preface

    Preface This document, entitled RES-22XR3 Installation Manual—Configuration 3, pro- vides instructions on how to install, configure, power up, and boot the Themis Rug- ged Enterprise Server RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 (see Figure 1 below), which is based on two 64-bit Intel 5500-Series Xeon Quad/Dual-Core CPUs or Intel 5600- Series Xeon Quad-to-Six-Core CPUs.

  • Page 22: Table 1 Res-X2Xr3 20" Chassis Manual Matrix

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Table 1. RES-x2XR3 20” Chassis Manual Matrix (AC and DC Power Supplies) RES-22XR3 RES-32XR3 RES-22XR3 RES-12XR3 with Riser Category Motherboard Manual Manual Manual Manual kets Part Number Part Number Part Number Part Number...
  • Page 23 LN4 = Extra gigabit Ethernet controller for two extra ports z: F = IPMI blank = No IPMI a—The 17”-deep RES XR3 chassis actually measures 17.07” deep, but for simplicity will continue to be referred to as being 17” deep throughout these manuals. Themis Computer...

  • Page 24: Figure 2 Front View Of A Standard Rear-I/O Res-22 Chassis (Doors Removed)

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 A matrix describing RES chassis that are configured for front-I/O connector and front-PCI card access in a 16”-deep chassis is given in Table 3. This chassis design makes it more convenient to install cables to the system and demands no access to the rear of the chassis except to replace a fan.

  • Page 25: Figure 3 Rear View Of A Standard Rear-I/O Res-22 Chassis

    Preface Figure 3. Rear View of a Standard Rear-I/O RES-22 Chassis Figure 4. Front View of a Front-I/O RES-22 Chassis Figure 5. Rear View of a Front-I/O RES-22 Chassis xxiii Themis Computer...
  • Page 26 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 The 2RU-high (3.5”) RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 has been designed to fit into a standard 19” rack and is provided with rack-mount brackets (flanges) with or with- out handles. Optional rack-mount slides are also available. The RES-22XR3 is rug- ged enough to withstand extreme shock (up to 35G), temperature (up to 50°C), and...
  • Page 27 To reduce the risk of elec- trical shock and danger, follow the instructions accompanying this symbol. Sidebar: A “sidebar” adds detail to the section within which it is placed, but is not absolutely vital to the description or procedure of the section. Themis Computer...

  • Page 28: Res-22Xr3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 xxvi Themis Computer...

  • Page 29: Overview And Specifications

    Chapter Overview and Specifications Overview The RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 (see Figure 1-1 below; a block diagram is given in Figure 1-2, page 1-3) is a rack-mounted high-performance system designed spe- cifically for above-average shock and vibration environments. The RES-22XR3 sup- ®...

  • Page 30: Figure

    Computer, Inc. b—Two 32-bit, 33-MHz PCI slots. The RES-22XR3 is designed within a 2RU-high (3.5”) form-factor 20” (50.8 cm) deep and 17” (43.2 cm) wide (which, with mounting brackets, fits a 19”-wide rack)—see Figure 1-3 on page 1-4. Major features are listed in Table 1-2.

  • Page 31: Figure 1-2 X8Dt3 Motherboard Block Diagram

    LAN #1 PHY #2 3.0 Gb/S INTEL ICH10R PCI - E X4 LANE 1/2/3/4 LANE 5 LANE 6 USB 2.0 PCI 33MHz BMC WPCM450 PCI-33 PCI-33 W83627 COM 2 COM 1 External External Figure 1-2. X8DT3 Motherboard Block Diagram Themis Computer...

  • Page 32: Figure 1-3 External Features Of The Res-22Xr3 Configuration 3 (Front And Rear)

    (graphics, RAID, NIC, etc.), two AC power supplies with latch locks and power-cord sockets, and all I/O connectors (see Figure 1-5). Major features of the RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 are described in Table 1-2, page 1-2. Themis Computer...

  • Page 33: Figure 1-4 Major Components Of Res-22Xr3 Configuration 3 (Open Top View)

    Overview and Specifications Overview Major internal components of the RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 can be seen in the open top view (cover removed) of Figure 1-4. Power Supplies Air-Flow Deflector (12 DIMM Memory Modules and 2 CPUs underneath) Lithium Battery PCI Slot 1...

  • Page 34: System Leds And I/O Connectors

    Version 1.0 System LEDs and I/O Connectors All RES-22XR3 system LEDs are located on the front panel (see A, Figure 1-5); all I/O connectors are located on the rear panel (see B, Figure 1-5). LEDs are described in Table 1-3 on page 1-7; I/O connectors are described in Table 1-4, page 1-8.

  • Page 35: Table 1-3 System Leds

    - Off = 10 MHz * X8DT3-LN4F motherboard only - Green = 100 MHz ** X8DT3-F and X8DT3-LN4F only - Amber = 1 GHz  The right LED, when lit, indicates LAN activity. a—NIC = Network Interface Controller. Themis Computer...

  • Page 36: Table 1-4 I/O Connectors (Rear Panel)

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Table 1-4. I/O Connectors (Rear Panel) Connector Description PS/2 Mouse  6-pin mini-DIN (female) connector to attach a PS/2 mouse device. PS/2 Keyboard  6-pin mini-DIN (female) connector to attach a PS/2 keyboard device.

  • Page 37: Chipset Overview

    Overview and Specifications Chipset Overview Built upon the functionality and capability of the Intel 5520 platform, RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 provides the performance required for dual processor-based high- end systems, including optimal configuration options for communications, high-end CAD systems, or database applications. Configuration 3 motherboards support up to two quad-core/six-core 5600-series or two quad-core 5500-series Intel 64-bit Xeon processors with a QPI up to 6.4 GT/s.

  • Page 38: Special Features

    Setup section to change this setting. The default setting is Last State. PC Health Monitoring This section describes the PC health monitoring features of the RES-22XR3 Config- uration 3 motherboards. All have an onboard System Hardware Monitor chip that supports PC health monitoring. An onboard voltage monitor will scan these onboard voltages continuously: •...

  • Page 39: System Resource Alert

    When the CPU goes into a suspend state, the chassis power LED will start blinking to indicate that the CPU is in suspend mode. When the user presses any key, the CPU will wake-up and the LED will automatically stop blinking and remain on. 1-11 Themis Computer...

  • Page 40: Main Switch Override Mechanism

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 1.6.2 Main Switch Override Mechanism When an ATX power supply is used, the power button can function as a system sus- pend button to make the system enter a SoftOff state. The monitor will be suspended and the hard drive will spin down.

  • Page 41: Power Supply

    It is even more important for processors that have high CPU clock rates. The RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 motherboards can accommodate 24-pin ATX power supplies. Although most power supplies generally meet the specifications required by the CPU, some are inadequate. In addition, the 12V 8-pin power connec- tions are also required to ensure adequate power supply to the system.

  • Page 42: Super I/O Controller

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Super I/O Controller The Super I/O chip storage-drive adapter functions include: • a floppy disk drive controller (industry standard 82077/765 compatible) • a data separator • write pre-compensation circuitry • decode logic •...

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Overview and Specifications Specifications 1.9.1 General Table 1-5 lists general specifications for the RES-22XR3 Configuration 3. Table 1-5. RES-22XR3 General Specifications Parameter Description Dimensions  3.5” (2RU) high  17” (43.2 cm) wide (19” rack-mountable)  20” (50.8 cm) deep Weight ...

  • Page 44: Electrical

    = Not Applicable. 1.9.2.1 System Power The RES-22XR3 operates with two N+1 redundant AC power supplies of 750-watts capacity each that auto-range single-phase AC input from 100 to 265 VAC (47 to 63 Hertz) sources. Filtered and fused (internal) AC is supplied to each power supply from a rear-mounted power connection.

  • Page 45: Environmental

    (muffler) on both the front and rear of the RES-22XR3 chassis (Figure 1-6 and Figure 1-7 on page 1-18 show the front and rear baffles, respectively, for a RES-22XR3 system). Call your Themis rep- resentative for additional information.
  • Page 46 Rear Access—Accessing the I/O connectors and PCI card I/O on the rear of the RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 requires opening the rear sound baffle door. To do this, loosen the four (4) captive knurled Phillips screws A holding the baffle door to the chassis (see A in Figure 1-7) and swing the door downward away from the chassis, exposing the rear connectors and PCI cards.

  • Page 47: Packaging And Shipping

    Approximate weight of an empty container and two AC power cords is 8.8 pounds (4 kg). The approximate weight of a RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 (loaded with 2 CPUs, 6 DIMMs, 2 storage drives, 2 full-length PCI cards, a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, and 2 power supplies) is approximately 25 pounds (11.4 kg).

  • Page 48: Rack-Mount Slides (Optional)

    1.10.2 Rack-Mount Slides (Optional) Rack-Mount Slides can be mounted on each side of the RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 for the purpose of sliding the unit in and out of a rack. Mounting slides are optional and can be ordered at the time of purchase. Approximate weights of models in the RES series of computers are listed in Table 1-7.

  • Page 49: Installation And Operation

    2-9, 2-12, or 2-13, respectively. Replacement of mother- board components requires removal of the protective cover (see next section). 2.1.1 Remove Protective Top Cover To access a motherboard component, open the RES-22XR3 as follows: Themis Computer...

  • Page 50: Figure 2-1 Remove The Res-22Xr3 Protective Access Cover

    1. Loosen the two captive Phillips screws holding the protective top access cover to the rear of the RES-22XR3 chassis (see A, Figure 2-1). 2. Both the front and sides of the cover have flat hooks or tabs underneath that fit under slots on the chassis top edges (see B, Figure 2-1).

  • Page 51: Memory Modules

    Installation and Operation Installation Procedures 2.1.2 Memory Modules The RES-22XR3 supports memory according to Table 2-1. Note the total memory capacity varies according to the motherboard installed in the RES-22XR3. Table 2-1. RES-22XR3 Memory Capacity Memory Parameters DDR3 Motherboard Number...

  • Page 52: Installation

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 2.1.2.1 Installation The following procedure explains how to install the DDR3 Memory Modules. 1. Loosen and remove the eight screws securing the air-flow deflector and PCI card retainer bracket in the following manner (see Figure 2-2): •...

  • Page 53: Figure 2-3 Memory Module Slot Locations (X8Dt3 Motherboard)

    (see Figure 2-4 on page 2-6), then pulling the old module directly up from the slot until it is free of the connector (see Figure 2-4 on page 2-6). Themis Computer...
  • Page 54 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Press latch downward & outward at each end Figure 2-4. Memory Module Removal 3. Before inserting a new memory module into the vacant slot, make sure that the two latches are pulled outward away from the center of the slot.

  • Page 55: Pci Cards

    4. Attach any internal I/O cables to the installed PCI cards, and carefully fold and tuck any exposed ribbon cables into the cabinet. 5. If you have no further installations to perform, close the RES-22XR3 chassis by refastening the top cover removed in Step 1 on page 2-2.

  • Page 56: Lithium Battery

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 2.1.4 Lithium Battery 2.1.4.1 Removing the Lithium Battery Perform the following steps to remove the lithium battery: 1. Make sure the system is powered off (see “Operation” on page 2-16). 2. Locate the lithium battery socket and squeeze the latch (see A, Figure 2-6) together until the battery lifts out of its socket.

  • Page 57: Sas/Sata Ii Storage Drive

    (see Figure 2-7). The knurled captive screw on the front of the RES-22XR3 allows the door to lock without a key. To unlock the bezel, turn the screw counterclockwise and pull both bezel doors away from the chassis.

  • Page 58: Figure

    Drive Lock Button (one per drive) Figure 2-8. Unlocking the RES-22XR3 Storage Drives (Front Doors Removed) 2.1.5.2 Storage-Drive Removal After opening the front bezel cover, perform the following steps to remove and install a storage drive: 1. Make sure the system is powered off (see “Operation” on page 2-16).

  • Page 59: Storage-Drive Installation

    The handle will swing closed when it comes into contact with the RES-22XR3 chassis. 4. When the drive is fully inserted in its slot, insert the key into the barrel lock and turn it 45 degrees counter-clockwise.

  • Page 60: Removable 60-Mm Fan

    Version 1.0 2.1.6 Removable 60-mm Fan The RES-22XR3 contains two high-speed 60-mm fans. Both fans are removable in case of a fan failure. 2.1.6.1 Removing and Installing a 60-mm Fan Perform the following steps to remove and install a 60-mm fan: 1.

  • Page 61: Power Supply

    Phillips Screw Hole (for knurled captive screw) AC Outlet Phillips Screw Hole (for knurled captive screw) Extraction Handle Power Supply Power LED Locking Lever Figure 2-11. The RES-22XR3 Power Supply Locking Mechanism 2-13 Themis Computer...

  • Page 62: Installing A Power Supply

    The rack-mount brackets (flanges) are used to secure the chassis to the 19” rack (see Figure 2-12). Handles are used to pull the RES-22XR3 from the rack when rack- mount slides have been installed on the sides of the chassis (see following section).

  • Page 63: Rack-Mount Slides (Optional)

    To learn how to install rack-mount slides, refer to Appendix B, “Rack-Mount Slide Installation”. Caution: Any screws used to mount a slide to a RES-22XR3 chassis must not ex- ceed a length of 3/8” to prevent excessive penetration of the chassis.

  • Page 64: Operation

    Before powering on the RES-22XR3, plug in the AC power cords as follows: 1. On the rear of the RES-22XR3, plug an AC power cord (shipped with unit) into the AC power socket on each power supply (see Figure 2-13).

  • Page 65: Getting Started

    1. To turn the RES-22XR3 power off, press and hold the system power on/off button (see Figure 2-14, page 2-16) for at least four (4) seconds. This will shut down the system and turn off the POWER LED.
  • Page 66 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 2-18 Themis Computer...

  • Page 67: Bios Setup Utility

    The right frame displays the key legend. Above the key legend is an area reserved for a text message. When an option is selected in the left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message will accompany it. Themis Computer...

  • Page 68: How To Change The Configuration Data

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Note: The AMI BIOS has default text messages built in. SuperMicro retains the option to include, omit, or change any of these text messages. The AMI BIOS Setup Utility uses a key-based navigation system called “hot keys”.

  • Page 69: Main Setup

    Date using the arrow keys. Enter new values through the keyboard and press <Enter>. Press the <Tab> key to move between fields. The date must be entered in Day MM/DD/YY format. The time is entered in HH:MM:SS format. Themis Computer...

  • Page 70: Super Micro X8Dt3

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Note: The time is in the 24-hour format. For example, 5:30 P.M. appears as 17:30:00.). 3.2.1.2 Super micro X8DT3 BIOS Build Version: This item displays the BIOS revision used in your system.

  • Page 71: Advanced Setup Configurations

    This forces the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled (default). 3.3.1.6 Hit 'Del' Message Display This feature displays “Press DEL to run Setup” during POST. The options are Enabled (default) and Disabled. Themis Computer...

  • Page 72: Interrupt 19 Capture

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.3.1.7 Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot drive function. When this item is set to Enabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will “capture” Interrupt 19 at boot and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable drives.

  • Page 73: Hardware Prefetcher (Available When Supported By The Cpu)

    Enabled (default). (Refer to Intel and Microsoft Web Sites for more information.) 3.3.3.6 Simultaneous Multi-Threading (Available when supported by the CPU) Set to Enabled to use the Simultaneous Multi-Threading Technology, which will result in increased CPU performance. The options are Disabled and Enabled (default). Themis Computer...

  • Page 74: Active Processor Cores

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.3.3.7 Active Processor Cores Set to Enabled to use a processor's Second Core and beyond. (Refer to Intel's web site for more information.) The options are All (default), 1 and 2. 3.3.3.8 Intel® Speed_Step™ Technology...

  • Page 75: Qpi L0S And L1

    3.3.5.7 Throttling - Closed Loop/Throttling - Open Loop Throttling improves reliability and reduces power in the processor by automatic voltage control during processor idle states. Available options are Disabled (default) and Enabled. If Enabled, the following items will appear: Themis Computer...

  • Page 76: Air Flow

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Hysteresis Temperature (Closed Loop Only) Temperature Hysteresis is the temperature lag (in degrees Celsius) after the set DIMM temperature threshold is reached before Closed Loop Throttling begins. The options are Disabled, 1.5oC (default), 3.0oC, and 6.0oC.

  • Page 77: Northbridge Configuration

    I/O device assignments to VMM through the DMAR ACPI Tables. This feature offers fully-protected I/O resource-sharing across the Intel plat- forms, providing the user with greater reliability, security and availability in net- working and data-sharing. The settings are Enabled and Disabled (default). 3-11 Themis Computer...

  • Page 78: Southbridge Configuration

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.3.7 Southbridge Configuration This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel ICH Southbridge chipset. 3.3.7.1 USB Functions Select the number of onboard USB ports to be enabled. The Options are: Disabled, 2 USB ports, 4 USB ports, 6 USB ports, 8 Ports, 10 Ports and 12 USB ports (default).

  • Page 79: Ide/Sata Configuration

    These settings allow the user to set the parameters of Primary IDE Master/Slave, Secondary IDE Master/Slave, Third and Fourth IDE Master slots. Hit <Enter> to activate the following submenu screen for detailed options of these items. Set the correct configurations accordingly. The items included in the submenu are: 3-13 Themis Computer...

  • Page 80: Block (Multi-Sector Transfer)

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Type Select the type of device connected to the system. The options are Not Installed, Auto (default), CD/DVD and ARMD. LBA/Large Mode LBA (Logical Block Addressing) is a method of addressing data on a storage drive.

  • Page 81: Dma Mode

    Select UDMA5 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 5. It has a data transfer rate of 133 MBs. Select UDMA6 to allow the BIOS to use Ultra DMA mode 6. It has a data transfer rate of 133 MBs. The options are Auto (default), SWDMAn, MWDMAn, and UDMAn. 3-15 Themis Computer...

  • Page 82: For Storage Drives

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.3.8.8 S.M.A.R.T. For Storage Drives Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) can help predict impending drive failures. Select Auto to allow the AMI BIOS to automatically detect storage drive support. Select Disabled to prevent the AMI BIOS from using the S.M.A.R.T.

  • Page 83: Pci Ide Bus Master

    Select 3F8/IRQ4 to allow the serial port to use 3F8 as its I/O port address and IRQ 4 for the interrupt address. The options for Serial Port1 are Disabled, 3F8/IRQ4 (default), 3E8/IRQ4, 2E8/IRQ3. The options for Serial Port2 are Disabled, 2F8/IRQ3 (default), 3E8/IRQ4, and 2E8/IRQ3. 3-17 Themis Computer...

  • Page 84: Watch Dog Timer

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Serial Port 2 Mode Use this feature to configure Serial Port 2 mode. The options are Normal (default), IrDA and ASK IR. IrDA (Infrared Data) is an industry standard for remote control devices.

  • Page 85: Terminal Type

    Caution: 2. To avoid possible system overheating, please be sure to provide ade- quate airflow to your system. The options are: • The Early Alarm: Select this setting if you want the CPU overheat alarm 3-19 Themis Computer...

  • Page 86: Cpu Temperature/System Temperature

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 (including the LED and the buzzer) to be triggered as soon as the CPU temper- ature reaches the CPU overheat threshold as predefined by the CPU manufac- turer. • The Default Alarm: Select this setting if you want the CPU overheat alarm...

  • Page 87: System Temperature

    (12V). The Options are: Disabled (@full-speed) (default), 4-pin (Server), 4-pin (Workstation), 4-pin (Quiet) and, 4-pin (Super Quiet). 3.3.12.6 Fan1 ~ Fan 8 Reading This feature displays the fan speed readings from fan interfaces Fan1 through Fan8. (Fan7 is CPU1 Fan and Fan8 is CPU2 Fan.) 3-21 Themis Computer...

  • Page 88: Acpi Configuration

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.3.13 ACPI Configuration Use this feature to configure Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) power management settings for your system. 3.3.13.1 ACPI Version Features The options are ACPI v1.0, ACPI v2.0 (default) and ACPI v3.0. Please refer to ACPI's website for further explanation: http://www.acpi.info/.

  • Page 89: Ipmi Configuration

    To view an event, select an Entry Number and pressing <Enter> to display the infor- mation as shown in the screen. • SEL Entry Number • SEL Record ID • SEL Record Type • Timestamp • Generator ID • Event Message Format User • Event Sensor Type 3-23 Themis Computer...

  • Page 90: Clear Bmc System Event Log

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 • Event Sensor Number, • Event Dir Type • Event Data. 3.3.16.1 Clear BMC System Event Log Select OK and press the <Enter> key to clear the BMC system log. Select Cancel to keep the BMC System log.

  • Page 91: Ip Address Configuration

    (Base 16, 0 ~ 9, A, B, C, D, E, F) separated by dots. (i.e., 00.30.48.D0.D4.60). 3.3.19.3 Current MAC Address in BMC This item displays the current MAC address used for your IPMI connection. 3-25 Themis Computer...

  • Page 92: Subnet Mask Configuration

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.3.20 Subnet Mask Configuration Subnet masks tell the network which subnet this machine belongs to. The value of each three-digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255. 3.3.20.1 Parameter Selector Use this feature to select the parameter of your Subnet Masks configuration.

  • Page 93: Bmc Watch Dog Timer Action

    The options are [5 Min] (default), [1 Min], [30 Sec], and [10 Sec]. 3.3.22 DMI Event Log 3.3.22.1 View Event Log Use this option to view the System Event Log. 3-27 Themis Computer...

  • Page 94: Mark All Events As Read

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.3.22.2 Mark all events as read This option marks all events as read. The options are OK and Cancel. 3.3.22.3 Clear event log This option clears the Event Log memory of all messages. The options are OK and Cancel.

  • Page 95: Security Settings

    This item indicates if a user password has been entered for the system. “Not Installed” means that a user password has not been used. 3.4.3 Change Supervisor Password Select this feature and press <Enter> to access the submenu, and then enter a new Supervisor Password. 3-29 Themis Computer...

  • Page 96: Change User Password

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 User Access Level (Available when Supervisor Password is set as above) Use this feature to set the user's access level. The options are: • Full Access (default): grants full User read and write access to the Setup Util- ity, •...

  • Page 97: Boot Configuration

    This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from all available storage drives. The settings are Disabled and a list of all storage drives that have been detected (i.e., 1st Drive, 2nd Drive, 3rd Drive, etc). 3-31 Themis Computer...

  • Page 98: Removable Drives

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3.5.3 Removable Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available Removable Drives. The settings are 1st boot device, 2nd boot device, and Disabled. • 1st Drive - 1st Floppy Drive •...

  • Page 99: Save Changes And Exit

    3.6.5 Load Fail-Safe Defaults To set this feature, select Load Fail-Safe Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>. The Fail-Safe settings are designed for maximum system stability, but not for maximum performance. 3-33 Themis Computer...

  • Page 100: Bios Recovery

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 BIOS Recovery Caution: 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.

  • Page 101: Boot Sector Recovery From An Ide Cd-Rom

    Connect a Null_modem serial cable between the target system and the host system that runs the terminal program. 1. Make sure that the new BIOS Image file is accessible for the host sys- tem. 2. Start the terminal program on the host system and create a new connection. 3-35 Themis Computer...
  • Page 102 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 3. Use the following communication parameters for the new connection. a. Bits per second: 115200 bits/sec. b. Data Bits: 8 c. Parity: None d. Stop Bit: 1 e. Flow Control: None 4. When BIOS flashing is completed, the computer will reboot. Do not interrupt the flashing process until it is completed.

  • Page 103: Figure 3-5 Ami_Flsh Hyperterminal

    Specify the location of the ROM file and select the proper protocol (XMo- dem). c. Press <Send> to start ROM File extraction. (See the picture below) Figure 3-6. ROM File Extraction d. Once the ROM file extraction is completed, the message: “New BIOS re- ceived OK” will display. 3-37 Themis Computer...

  • Page 104: Figure 3-7 Flash Recovery

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Figure 3-7. FLASH Recovery 8. Once remote BIOS flash is completed, the system will reboot. Note: AMBIOS Serial Flash will work with any terminal communications pro- gram that supports VT-100 and XModem protocols, including protocols designed for GNU/LINUX &...

  • Page 105: Appendix A. Connector Pinouts

    I/O panel of the RES-22XR3 Configuration 3. PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse The RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 provides a 6-pin female mini-DIN connector for the PS/2 keyboard, and another for the PS/2 mouse. Pinouts and signal definitions for both connectors are defined in Table A-1.

  • Page 106: Usb Ports

    Signal Name PO– Serial Ports The RES-22XR3 supports two male DB9 serial port connectors on the rear I/O panel (see Figure A-2)—TTYA (COM1) and an optional TTYB (COM2). COM1 and COM2 pinouts are listed in Table A-3, page A-2. Figure A-2.

  • Page 107: Gigabit Ethernet Lan Port

    A—Connector Pinouts Gigabit Ethernet LAN Port Gigabit Ethernet LAN Port The RES-22XR3 supports two RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet LAN port connectors with two embedded LEDs (see Figure A-3). Pinout signal descriptions are listed in Table A-4. Link Speed Network Traffic Figure A-3.
  • Page 108 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Themis Computer...

  • Page 109: Appendix B. Rack-Mount Slide Installation

    An optional set of two rack-mount slides (left side and right side) is available for all RES-22 systems, and should be ordered at the time of purchase. The RES-22XR3 chassis contains six threaded screw holes on each side to accommodate #8-32 size screws (included with the rack-mount slide kit);...
  • Page 110 Push the system into the rack until the mounting brackets on the front of the chassis are flush with the front of the rack. 6. Secure the RES-22XR3 system to the 19” rack with two bolts on each side. Themis Computer...

  • Page 111: Figure B-2 Res-22Xr3 Rack-Mount Slide Installation

    (included in slide kit) Attach both inside slide sections to the left and right sides of the RES-22XR3 chassis with #8-32 screws (included in slide kit) Figure B-2. RES-22XR3 Rack-Mount Slide Installation Themis Computer...
  • Page 112 RES22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Themis Computer...

  • Page 113: Appendix C. Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Installation

    Installation Step 1: Insert the Redhat Enterprise Linux 5 DVD and Power on the system; you will see the first installation screen with a boot prompt, press “ENTER” to begin installation (see Figure C-1 on page C-2). Themis Computer...

  • Page 114: Figure C-1 Power On After Linux Dvd Is Inserted Into Drive

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Figure C-1. Power On after Linux DVD is Inserted into Drive Step 2: Press the “tab” key to move focus to the “Skip” key, then press “Enter” key to Continue (see Figure C-2) Figure C-2.

  • Page 115: Installation

    Welcome screen does not prompt you for any input. From this screen you can access the Release Notes for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.0.0 by clicking on the Release Notes button. Figure C-3. Welcome Screen Click on the Next button to continue. Themis Computer...

  • Page 116: Figure C-4 Language Selection

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Step 4: Using your mouse, select a language to use for the installation (see Figure C-4). The language you select here will become the default language for the operating sys- tem once it is installed. Selecting the appropriate language also helps target your time zone configuration later in the installation.

  • Page 117: Figure C-5 Selecting Layout Type

    Step 5: Using your mouse, select the correct layout type (for example, U.S. English) for the keyboard you would prefer to use for the installation and as the system default (see Figure C-5). Figure C-5. Selecting Layout Type Once you have made your selection, click Next to continue. Themis Computer...

  • Page 118: Figure C-6 Enter Installation Number

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Step 6: Enter the installation number, if you don’t have an installation number; select the Skip Entering Installation Number Radio Button. Click OK, and if you did not enter an installation number, you’ll be given a warning. Click Skip to continue (see Figure C-6).

  • Page 119: Figure C-7 Partitioning

    • Remove Linux partitions on selected drives and create default layout — select this option to remove only Linux partitions (partitions created from a previous Linux installation). • This does not remove other partitions you may have on your hard drive(s) (such as VFAT or FAT32 partitions). Themis Computer...

  • Page 120: Figure C-8 Reviewing Option

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 • Use free space on selected drives and create default layout — select this option to retain your current data and partitions, assuming you have enough free space avail- able on your hard drive(s).

  • Page 121: Figure C-9 Creating A Custom Layout

    Red Hat Enterprise Linux. This is done by defining mount points for one or more disk partitions in which Red Hat Enterprise Linux is installed. You may also need to create and/or delete partitions at this time (see Figure C-9). Figure C-9. Creating a Custom Layout Click Next. Themis Computer...

  • Page 122: Figure C-10 Setting Up Boot Loader

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Step 10: Once you have configured your partitions, set up a boot loader (see Figure C-10). If you select “No” Boot Loader will be Installed, you’ll need to use a third-party boot loader such as Partition Magic or Microsoft’s TLDR. Unless you want to set up a Boot Loader Password or Configure Advanced Boot Loader Options.

  • Page 123: Figure C-11 Master Boot Record (Mbr

    • The first sector of your boot partition — This is recommended if you are already using another boot loader on your system. In this case, your other boot loader takes control first. You can then configure that boot loader to start GRUB, which then boots Red Hat Enterprise Linux. C-11 Themis Computer...

  • Page 124: Figure C-12 Network Devices List

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 If your system only uses Red Hat Enterprise Linux, you should choose the MBR. Click the Change Drive Order button if you would like to rearrange the drive order or if your BIOS does not return the correct drive order. Changing the drive order may be useful if you have multiple SCSI adapters, or both SCSI and IDE adapters, and you want to boot from the SCSI device.

  • Page 125: Figure C-13 Edit Interface Pop-Up Screen

    If you select Activate on boot, your network interface is started when you boot. If you do not have DHCP client access or you are unsure what to provide here, please contact your network administrator. Figure C-13. Edit Interface Pop-Up Screen Click OK. C-13 Themis Computer...

  • Page 126: Figure C-14 Selecting Time Zone

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Step 14: Set your time zone by selecting the city closest to your computer's physical location. Click on the map to zoom in to a particular geographical region of the world (see Figure C-14).

  • Page 127: Figure C-15 Setting Up Root Account And Password

    The root account is used to install packages, upgrade RPMs, and perform most sys- tem maintenance. Logging in as root gives you complete control over your system (see Figure C-15). Figure C-15. Setting Up Root Account and Password Click Next. C-15 Themis Computer...

  • Page 128: Figure C-16 Package Installation Default Screen

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Step 16: Now that you have made most of the choices for your installation, you are ready to confirm the default package selection or customize packages for your sys- tem. The Package Installation Default screen appears and details the default package set for your Red Hat Enterprise Linux installation.
  • Page 129 Optional packages to view which are installed by default, and to add or remove optional packages from that group (see Figure C-17). If there are no optional components, this button will be disabled. Figure C-17. Optional Packages Click Next. C-17 Themis Computer...
  • Page 130 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Step 18: Once you have selected the package groups of your choice, you get one last chance to go back before starting the installation process. Click Next if you’re happy with your choices, or click Back to make changes (see Figure C-18).
  • Page 131 • Do nothing — after the boot loader's timeout period (by default, five seconds), the boot loader automatically boots the default boot entry. Do whatever is appropriate to boot Red Hat Enterprise Linux. One or more screens of messages should scroll by. C-19 Themis Computer...
  • Page 132 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Step 21: Eventually, a login: prompt or a GUI login screen (if you installed the X Window System and chose to start X automatically) appears (see Figure C-21. Figure C-21. Login Screen Step 22: Once logged in, you are ready to use the desktop (see Figure C-22).

  • Page 133: Appendix D. Optional Remote On/Off Switch

    Customers interested in installing an optional switch from which to remotely turn the RES-22XR3 Configuration 2 on or off are able to order a Remote On/Off Switch module that is easily installed in an available storage-drive bay (see Figure D-1, which shows the Remote On/Off Switch installed in an RES-22XR3/FIO system).

  • Page 134: Remote On-Only Configuration

    When operational, if the RES-22XR3 Configuration 2 is turned OFF, pressing the remote switch ON will turn the system on. If the RES-22XR3 Configuration 2 is turned ON, pressing the switch OFF for less than 4 seconds will gracefully shut down the system through the BIOS; pressing the switch OFF for 4 seconds or more results in a “hard”...

  • Page 135: Appendix E. Re-Packing Instructions

    Re-Packing Instructions Re-Packaging for Shipment If it becomes necessary to return equipment to Themis Computer, it is very impor- tant that the equipment be shipped in packaging that provides adequate protection against crushing and moisture invasion. The original packaging is best for this pur- pose, provided the packaging is retained in serviceable condition.

  • Page 136: Instructions For Re-Packing

    RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 with the plastic membrane is against the equipment. Top Layer Membrane Bottom Layer Packing Container Figure E-1. Packaging Components Instructions for Re-Packing Re-assemble the packing material about the equipment in accordance with the fol- lowing instructions (see Table E-2 on page E-3): •...
  • Page 137 • Seal the top of the box with strong packing tape, wrapping the tape completely around the box, both lengthwise, and crosswise. • Prepare for shipment in accordance with the instructions received from Themis Computer. Figure E-2.
  • Page 138 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Themis Computer...

  • Page 139: Index

    Clear User Password 3-30 Exit Options 3-32 COM1 / COM2 serial port/header 1-8 IDE/SATA Configuration 3-13 components, major 1-5 IP Address Configuration 3-25 Configuration Data, How to change 3-2 IPMI Configuration 3-23 Configuration, system 2-17 MAC Address Configuration 3-25 Index-1 Themis Computer...
  • Page 140 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 CPU 1-1 CPU Bridge Configuration 3-8 hard-disk drives 2-1 How to Recover the AMIBIOS Image 3-34 Dimensions, chassis 1-2 Discard Changes 3-33 I/O Connectors Discard Changes and Exit 3-33 Ethernet LAN Port 1-8...
  • Page 141 B-1 noise specification 1-17 rack-mount slides (optional) 2-15 rear panel 1-4 Rear-Panel I/O 1-2 Opening the RES-22XR3 Front Bezel 2-9 Red Hat Enterprise Linux C-1 Operating temperature 1-2 Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Installation C-1 Output Voltage 1-16...
  • Page 142 RES-22XR3 Installation Manual - Configuration 3 Version 1.0 Removable Drives 3-32 SVGA connector 2-17 Re-Packaging for Shipment E-1 Switch module, Remote D-1 Re-Packing Instructions E-1 system LEDs 1-6 reset switch 1-4 NIC (Gb Ethernet) 1-7 ROM File Extraction 3-37 Overheat 1-7...
  • Page 143 Place Stamp Here Themis Computer 47200 Bayside Parkway Fremont, CA 94538 Attn: Publications Department Fold here; tape at top to seal...
  • Page 144 Reader Comment Card We welcome your comments and suggestions to help improve the RES-22XR3 Configuration 3 Installation Manual. Please take time to let us know what you think about this manual. • Information provided in the manual was complete. Agree___...

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