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  • Page 1 UPER ® UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 USER’S MANUAL 1.0a...
  • Page 2 The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manual, or to notify any person or organization of the updates.

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    SuperServer 5018A-TN4. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 5018A-TN4 is a compact server based on the SC504-203B rack- mountable chassis and the A1SAi-2750F single processor motherboard.
  • Page 4 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the A1SAi-2750F motherboard, includ- ing the locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfig- uring the motherboard.
  • Page 5 Preface Notes...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Motherboard Features ..................1-2 Processors ...................... 1-2 Memory ......................1-2 Serial ATA ......................1-2 PCI Expansion Slots ..................1-2 Rear I/O Ports ....................1-2 Server Chassis Features ................1-3 System Power ....................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Control Panel LEDs ..................3-2 Power Fail ....................... 3-2 Information LED ....................3-2 NIC1 ........................ 3-2 NIC2 ........................ 3-3 HDD ......................... 3-3 Power ......................3-3 Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements ............4-1 Warning Definition ...................
  • Page 8 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual A1SAi-2750F Quick Reference ............... 5-7 Connector Definitions ..................5-8 Jumper Settings .................... 5-13 5-10 Onboard Indicators ..................5-15 5-11 SATA Ports ....................5-16 5-12 Installing Software ..................5-17 SuperDoctor® 5 .................... 5-18 5-13 Operating Precautions .................. 5-19 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup Static-Sensitive Devices ..................

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The SuperServer 5018A-TN4 is a compact server comprised of two main subsys- tems: the SC504-203B 1U chassis and the A1SAi-2750F single processor mother- board. Please 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

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Motherboard Features The SuperServer 5018A-TN4 is built around the A1SAi-2750F, a single proces- sor motherboard designed to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the A1SAi-2750F. Processors The A1SAi-2750F supports a single Intel® Atom SoC C2750 embedded processor (SoC = System on a Chip).

  • Page 11: Server Chassis Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction Server Chassis Features The SC504-203B is a mini-ITX form factor chassis designed to be used in a 1U rackmount configuration. The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC504-203B server chassis. System Power The SC504-203B features a single 200W power supply.

  • Page 12: Contacting Supermicro

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 13: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Precautions in the next section. Preparing for Setup The box the SuperServer 5018A-TN4 was shipped in should include two sets of rail assemblies, two rail mounting brackets and the mounting screws you will need to install the system into the rack. Follow the steps in the order given to complete the installation process in a minimum amount of time.

  • Page 14: Warnings And Precautions

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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. Warnings and Precautions Rack Precautions •...

  • Page 15: 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 16: Installing The System Into A Rack

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the SC504 chassis into a rack unit. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.

  • Page 17: Telco Rack

    Chapter 2: Server 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. Telco Rack The SC504 supports Telco Rack installation.

  • Page 18: Installing The Chassis Into A Telco Rack

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Installing the Chassis into a Telco Rack 1. To install the chassis into a Telco style two-post rack, use two L-shaped brackets on either side of the chassis (four total). 2. First, determine how far follow the server will extend out the front of the rack. Larger chassis should be positioned to balance the weight between front and back.

  • Page 19: Chapter 3 System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system and the activ- ity and health of specific components.

  • Page 20: Control Panel Leds

    SUPERSERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the chassis has six LEDs. These LEDs provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective ac- tion you may need to take.

  • Page 21: Nic2

    Chapter 3: System Interface NIC2 Indicates network activity on the LAN2 port when flashing. On the SuperServer 5018A-TN4, this LED indicates SATA drive activity when flashing. Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED...
  • Page 22 SUPERSERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 23: 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 24 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 25 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 26: Installation Instructions

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 alimentación.

  • Page 27: 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 28: Power Disconnection Warning

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 29 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 30: Equipment Installation

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 31: 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 32: Battery Handling

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 ‫فقط‬...
  • Page 33 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 34: Redundant Power Supplies

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 35: 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 36: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 경고! 시스템이...

  • Page 37: 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 38: Hot Swap Fan Warning

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 39 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 40: Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 41 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 42 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Notes 4-20...

  • Page 43: Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All motherboard jumpers and connections are also described. A layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter for your reference. Remember to completely close the chassis when you have finished working with the motherboard to better cool and protect the system.

  • Page 44: Connecting Cables

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Connecting Cables Now that the motherboard is installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the board. These include the data cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed to prevent them from blocking the flow of cooling air that moves through the system from front to back.

  • Page 45: Rear I/O Ports

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-1. Control Panel Header Pins Ground FP PWRLED 3.3 V 3.3V Stby HDD LED NIC1 Link LED 3.3V Stby 3.3V Stby NIC2 Link LED OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/ UID LED Cathode LED Cathode Power Fail LED 3.3V Reset Reset Button...

  • Page 46: Onboard Processor And Heatsink

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Onboard Processor and Heatsink The A1SAi-2750F features an embedded Intel® Atom SoC C2750, FCBGA 1283 8-core processor. Installing Memory Caution! Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. How to Install SO DIMMs 1.

  • Page 47: Adding Pci Add-On Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Memory Population Guidelines Please follow the table below when populating memory slots. Unbuffered DDR3 ECC SODIMM Memory DIMM Slots per DIMMs Populat- Memory Population DIMM Type POR Speeds Channel ed per Channel Sequence Unbuffered 1600,1333 A1, B1 (2 DIMMs) DDR3 SODIMM Unbuffered...

  • Page 48: Motherboard Details

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Motherboard Details Figure 5-3. A1SAi-2750F Layout USB2.0-0/1 JUIDB1 COM1 USB3.0-0/1 IPMI_LAN LAN1/LAN3 LAN2/LAN4 Marvell BIOS JI2C1 A1SAi/A1SRi Series Motherboard Rev. 1.00 JI2C2 JBT1 Battery JWD1 FAN3 FAN1 Notes • " " indicates the location of "Pin 1". •...

  • Page 49: A1Sai-2750F Quick Reference

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup A1SAi-2750F Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear Off (Normal) C1/JI SMB to PCI-Exp. Slots Enable/Disable Off (Disabled) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 Ethernet LAN Ports Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JWD1 Watch Dog Pins 1-2 (Reset) Connector...

  • Page 50: Connector Definitions

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Connector Definitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector ATX Power Connectors Pin Definitions (JPW1) Pin# Definition Pin # Definition The 24-pin (JPW1) power connector is +3.3V +3.3V used to provide power to the mother- -12V +3.3V board. The 4-pin DC Power connector, located at J1, provides alternative 12V power source for space-restrained enclo- PS_ON...
  • Page 51 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators The NIC (Network Interface Controller) NIC 1/2 LED LED connection for LAN port 1 is located Pin Definitions (JF1) on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and the LED Pin# Definition connection for LAN Port 2 is on pins 9 9/11 3.3V Standby and 10.
  • Page 52 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual SMBus Header Pin Definitions System Management Bus Header Pin# Definition A System Management Bus header for Data IPMI 2.0 is located at JIPMIB1. Connect Ground the appropriate cable here to use the Clock IPMI I C connection on your system.
  • Page 53 Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup PWR LED Connector Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Power LED/Speaker Anode (+) On the JD1 header, pins 1~3 are used for Cathode (-) a power LED and pins 4~7 are used for an external speaker. If you wish to use Speaker Connector the onboard speaker, you should close Pin Definitions...

  • Page 54: Serial Ports

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Serial Ports Serial Ports Pin Definitions There is one COM port on the I/O back- Pin # Definition Pin # Definition panel (COM1) and one COM header on the motherboard (COM2). These COM ports provide high-speed 16550-compat- ible serial communication support.

  • Page 55: Jumper Settings

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the mother- board, jumpers can be used to choose Connector between optional settings. Jumpers Pins create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder Jumper pad on the printed circuit board.
  • Page 56 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual PCI-E Slot SMB Enable/Disable PCI Slot_SMB Enable Use Jumpers I C1/I C2 to enable PCI Jumper Settings SMB (System Management Bus) support Jumper Setting Definition to improve system management for the Short Enabled onboard PCI-E slot. See the table on the Open (Default) Disabled right for jumper settings.

  • Page 57: 5-10 Onboard Indicators

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-10 Onboard Indicators LAN Port LEDs GLAN Link/Speed LED Indicator LED Color Definition Each Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs. No Connection or 10 The yellow LED (right, see below) indicates Mbps activity, while the Link/Speed LED (left) Green (On) 100 Mbps may be green, amber or off to indicate the...

  • Page 58: 5-11 Sata Ports

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Unit Identification LED A rear UID LED indicator (LED7) is located next to the Unit Identifier (UID) switch on the I/O backplane. The front panel UID LED is located at Pin 7 of the Front Control Panel at JF1.

  • Page 59: 5-12 Installing Software

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-12 Installing Software The Supermicro ftp site contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp. supermicro.com. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the ftp site, go into the CDR_Images directory and locate the ISO file for your motherboard.

  • Page 60: Superdoctor® 5

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual SuperDoctor® 5 The Supermicro SuperDoctor 5 is a program that functions in a command-line or web-based interface in Windows and Linux operating systems. The program moni- tors system health information such as CPU temperature, system voltages, system power consumption, fan speed, and provides alerts via email or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

  • Page 61: 5-13 Operating Precautions

    Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-13 Operating Precautions Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 5018A- TN4 is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Figure 5-6.
  • Page 62 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Notes 5-20...

  • Page 63: 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 SC504-203B 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 64: Control Panel

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Figure 6-1. Front and Rear Chassis Views Control Panel Power Supply Low-profile PCI Slot Rear I/O Ports (see Figure 5-2) Control Panel The control panel (located on the front of the chassis) must be connected to the JF1 connector on the motherboard to provide you with system status indications.

  • Page 65: Removing The Chassis Cover

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Removing the Chassis Cover Figure 6-2. Removing the Chassis Cover Removing the Chassis Cover 1. Power down the system and disconnect the power cord from the back of the power supply. 2. Remove the five screws that hold the chassis cover in place. There are two screws on each side of the chassis, and one screw on the back.

  • Page 66: System Fans

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual System Fans One system fan is included in the system. Up to two additional (optional) fans may be installed in the SC504 chassis. Installing Optional System Fans 1. Position the dual system fan housing in the front of the chassis, facing for- ward as illustrated above, in front of the motherboard.
  • Page 67 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing 2.5" Hard Drives 2.5" hard drives may be installed in several different configurations. Review the supported configuration options on page 6-6. 1. Power down the server, disconnect the power cord from the power supply and remove the cover.

  • Page 68: Hard Drive Configuration Options

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Hard Drive Configuration Options 2.5" and 3.5" hard drives are supported in the following configurations: Figure 6-3. Installing Hard Drives Two 2.5" HDDs In a Double Bracket, Four HDD's Total, No Expansion Card One 3.5" Hard Drive and one Low Profile Expansion Card Two 2.5"...

  • Page 69: Installing An Expansion Card

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing an Expansion Card The SC504 chassis includes a PCI slot for an optional full-height, half-length ex- pansion card. A riser card is required in order to connect the expansion card to the motherboard. For further information on expansionon cards and risers cards, visit the Supermicro website at www.supermicro.com Expansion Card Clip...
  • Page 70 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual 4. Outside of the chassis, put the expansion card and the riser card together by inserting the expansion card into the riser card. 5. Simultaneously insert the PCI slot bracket of the expansion card into the open PCI slot and insert the riser card in to the riser card slot on the motherboard.

  • Page 71: Power Supply

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Power Supply The SC504 chassis has a 200 Watt power supply. This power supply is auto-switch- ing capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage.In the unlikely event that the power supply module fails, the system will shut down and you will need to replace the power supply module.
  • Page 72 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual 4. Remove the power supply from the chassis. 5. Align the mounting thru holes on the power supply with the mounting holes in the chassis and re-attach the power supply to the chassis using the four screws which were previously set aside 6.

  • Page 73: Chapter 7 Bios

    Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS setup utility for the A1SAi-2750F motherboard. The ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS setup utility setup screens. Note: For AMI BIOS Recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Recovery Instruc- tions in Appendix C.

  • Page 74: How To Start The Setup Utility

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual How to Start the Setup Utility Normally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the <Delete> key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS setup utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup screens.
  • Page 75 Chapter 7: BIOS The following Main menu items will display: System Date/System Time Use this feature to change the system date and time. Highlight System Date or System Time using the arrow keys. Enter new values using the keyboard. Press the <Tab>...

  • Page 76: Advanced Setup Configurations

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and press <Enter> to access the submenu items. Warning: Take Caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high DRAM frequency, or an incorrect DRAM timing setting may make the system unstable.

  • Page 77: Power Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS Wait For 'F1' If Error Use this feature to force the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Enabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture"...

  • Page 78: Cpu Configuration

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual CPU Configuration  The following CPU information will be displayed: • Processor ID • Processor Frequency • Microcode Revision • L1 Cache RAM • L2 Cache RAM • Processor Version Clock Spread Spectrum If this feature is set to Enabled, the BIOS utility will monitor the level of Electro- magnetic Interference caused by the components and will attempt to reduce the interference whenever needed.
  • Page 79 Chapter 7: BIOS CPU C-States C-States architecture, a processor power management platform developed by Intel, can further reduce power consumption from the basic C1 (Halt State) state that blocks clock cycles to the CPU. Select Enabled for CPU C-Sates support. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 80 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Fast String Select Enabled to enable Fast String support for REP MOVS/STOS, which will carry out Repeat-String Operation instructions to move a string of commands to another location (MOVS) or to add a string of commands to an existing instruction code (STOS).
  • Page 81 Chapter 7: BIOS AES-NI Select Enabled to use the Advanced Encryption Standard in the processor. The options are Enabled and Disabled. PECI Enable Select Enabled to enable PECI (Platform Environment Control Interface) support, which will enhance CPU thermal management to achieve power efficiency. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 82: Chipset Configuration

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Active Processor Cores This feature determines how many CPU cores will be activated for each CPU. When all is selected, all cores in the CPU will be activated. (Please refer to Intel's web site for more information.) The options are All, 1, 2, and 3. CPU Flex Ratio Override Select Enabled to support CPU Flex Ratio Programming.
  • Page 83 Chapter 7: BIOS Pass Gate Stress Test Configuration Pass Gate Test Select Enabled to use the Pass Gate test. The options are Disabled and En- abled. Pass Gate Test Direction This feature specifies how the BIOS setup utility should perform the Pass Gate test (from the lowest memory to the highest or from the highest memory to the lowest.) The options are Lowest to Highest and Highest to Lowest.
  • Page 84 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Pass Gate MonteCarlo Select Enabled to enable a algorithm search to find the maximum value of the Pass Gate test. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Pass Gate Maximum Failures Use this feature to specify the maximum number that Pass Gate failures will be counted for.
  • Page 85 Chapter 7: BIOS CKE Power Down Select Enabled to enable CKE Power Down support which controls the low power mode for RAM in the active power standby mode. The options are Enabled, and Disabled. ECC (Error Correctable Correction) Select Enabled to enable ECC support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Faulty Part Tracking Select Enabled to support faulty part tracking for the system to keep track of faulty memory parts.
  • Page 86 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual E Segment In DRAM When this feature is set to Enabled, Target E segment will be routed to DRAM during memory read and write cycles. The options are Enabled and Disabled. F Segment In DRAM When this feature is set to Enabled, Target F segment will be routed to DRAM during memory read and write cycles.

  • Page 87: South Bridge

    Chapter 7: BIOS PMOP Value for PCO Use the keyboard to enter the Opcode value for the SPID Power Mode. The default setting is 4. PMOP Value for PCX Use the keyboard to enter the PCX value for the SPID Power Mode. The default setting is 7.
  • Page 88 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Legacy USB Support This feature enables support for legacy USB devices. Select Auto to disable legacy support if USB devices are not present. Select Disable to have USB devices available only for EFI applications. The options are Enabled, Disabled and Auto.

  • Page 89: Sata Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS Device Power-Up Delay Use the feature to set the maximum time a USB device will wait before report- ing itself to the host controller. Select Auto to use the manufacturer's default setting. Select Manual to set the default setting manually. The default setting is 20 seconds.
  • Page 90 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Hot Plug This feature designates this port for hot plugging. Set this item to Enabled for hot- plugging support, which will allow the user to replace a SATA drive without shutting down the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled. External Device Select Enabled for external SATA device support.
  • Page 91 Chapter 7: BIOS Hot Plug This feature designates a port specified by a user for hot plugging. Set this item to Enabled for hot-plugging support, which will allow the user to replace a SATA drive without shutting down the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled. External Device Select Enabled for external SATA device support.
  • Page 92 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Maximum Read Request Select Auto to allow the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum Read Request size for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance. The options are Auto, 128 Bytes, 256 Bytes, 512 Bytes, 1024 Bytes, 2048 Bytes, and 4096 Bytes. ASPM Support This feature allows the user to set the Active State Power Management (ASPM) level for a PCI-E device.

  • Page 93: Acpi Settings

    Chapter 7: BIOS a legacy device installed in a LAN port. The options are Do Not Use, UEFI Only Legacy Only, Legacy First, UEFI First. Onboard LAN Option ROM Select Select iSCSI to use the iSCSI Option ROM to boot the computer using a network device.

  • Page 94: Super Io Configuration

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Note: The system will reboot for the change on TPM State to take effect. Pending Operation Use this item to schedule a TPM-related operation to be performed by a security device for TPM support. The options are None, Enable Take Ownership, Disable Take Ownership, and TPM Clear.

  • Page 95: Serial Port Console Redirection

    Chapter 7: BIOS The options for Serial Port 2 are Auto, (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3), (IO=3F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12), (IO=2F8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12), (IO=3E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12) and (IO=2E8h; IRQ=3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12). Device Mode Use this feature to set the optimal setting for a super I/O device.
  • Page 96 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Parity A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is even.
  • Page 97 Chapter 7: BIOS Redirection After BIOS Post Use this feature to enable or disable legacy console redirection after BIOS POST. When set to Bootloader, legacy console redirection is disabled before booting the OS. When set to Always Enable, legacy console redirection remains enabled when booting the OS.
  • Page 98 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual data when the receiving buffer is empty. The options are None, Hardware RTS/ CTS, and Software Xon/Xoff. Data Bits, Parity, Stop Bits The status of each item above is displayed. 7-26...

  • Page 99: Event Logs

    Chapter 7: BIOS Event Logs Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings  Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Change this item to enable or disable all features of the SMBIOS Event Logging during system boot. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Erasing Settings Erase Event Log If No is selected, data stored in the event log will not be erased.

  • Page 100: View Smbios Event Log

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual MECI The Multiple Event Count Increment (MECI) counter counts the number of occurenc- es that a duplicate event must happen before the MECI counter is incremented. This is a numeric value. The default value is 1. METW The Multiple Event Time Window (METW) defines number of minutes must pass between duplicate log events before MECI is incremented.

  • Page 101: Ipmi

    Chapter 7: BIOS IPMI Use this feature to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. IPMI Firmware Revision This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. Status BMC (Baseboard Management Cont This item indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system. BMC Network Configuration ...
  • Page 102 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Station IP Address This item displays the Station IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.253). Subnet Mask This item displays the sub-network that this computer belongs to. The value of each three-digit number separated by dots should not exceed 255.

  • Page 103: Security Settings

    Chapter 7: BIOS Security Settings This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. • If the Administrator password is defined ONLY - this controls access to the BIOS setup ONLY. • If the User's password is defined ONLY - this password will need to be entered upon each system boot, and will also have Administrator rights in the setup.
  • Page 104 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual  Key Management This submenu allows the user to configure the following Key Management settings. Factory Default Key Provision Select Enabled to install the default Secure-Boot keys set by the manufacturer. The options are Disabled and Enabled. ...
  • Page 105 Chapter 7: BIOS  Append DB Select Yes to add the database from the manufacturer's defaults to the existing DB. Select No to load the DB from a file. The options are Yes and No. Forbiden Signature Database (DBX)  Set New DBX Select Yes to load the DBX from the manufacturer's defaults.

  • Page 106: Boot Settings

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Boot Settings Use this feature to configure Boot Settings: Boot Option Priorities This option prioritizes the order of bootable devices that the system to boot from. Press [ENTER] on each entry from top to bottom to select devices. •...

  • Page 107: Save & Exit

    Chapter 7: BIOS Save & Exit Select the Exit tab from the BIOS setup utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer.
  • Page 108 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Restore Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. These are factory settings designed for maximum system stability, but not for maximum performance. Save As User Defaults To set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <En- ter>.

  • Page 109: 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 with bootup.
  • Page 110 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 111: Appendix B System Specifications

    Appendix B: System Specifications Appendix B System Specifications Processors Single Intel® Atom SoC C2750 embedded processor BIOS 64 MB AMI® SPI Flash ROM Memory Capacity Four SO-DIMM slots that can support up to 64 GB of ECC DDR3-1600/1333 SDRAM memory Note: see Section 5-5 for details.

  • Page 112: Operating Environment

    UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 User's Manual Power Supply Rated Output Power: 200W (Part# PWS-203-1H) Rated Output Voltages: +5V (8A), +12V (16A), +3.3V (8A), +5Vsb (2A) Operating Environment Operating Temperature: 10º to 35º C (50º to 95º F) Non-operating Temperature: -40º to 70º C (-40º to 158º F) Operating Relative Humidity: 8% to 90% (non-condensing) Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Regulatory Compliance...
  • Page 113 Appendix B: System Specifications Notes...
  • Page 114 UPER ERVER 5018A-TN4 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 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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