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  • Page 1 UPER ® 6014L-M UPER ERVER USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0...

  • Page 2: Manual Revision

    Manual Revision 1.0 Release Date: February 23, 2006 Unless you request and receive written permission from SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, you may not copy any part of this document. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Other products and companies referred to herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or mark holders.

  • 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 SuperServer 6014L-M. Instal- lation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 6014L-M is a high-end dual processor rackmount server based on the SC512LF-260 mini 1U rackmount server chassis and the Super X6DLP- EG2 serverboard.
  • Page 4 You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the SuperServer 6014L-M. Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X6DLP-EG2 serverboard, including the locations and functions of connectors, headers and jumpers.
  • Page 5 Preface Notes...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Table of Contents Preface About This Manual ... iii Manual Organization ... iii Chapter 1: Introduction Overview ... 1-1 Serverboard Features ... 1-2 Server Chassis Features ... 1-5 Contacting Supermicro ... 1-6 Chapter 2: Server Installation Overview ...
  • Page 7 Chapter 4: System Safety Electrical Safety Precautions ... 4-1 General Safety Precautions ... 4-2 ESD Precautions ... 4-3 Operating Precautions ... 4-4 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Handling the Serverboard ... 5-1 Serverboard Installation ... 5-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation ... 5-3 Connecting Cables ...
  • Page 8 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Power Fault ... 5-17 ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports ... 5-17 SMB Power Connector ... 5-17 Serial Ports ... 5-17 5-10 Jumper Settings ... 5-18 Explanation of Jumpers ... 5-18 CMOS Clear ... 5-18 JLAN1/2 Enable/Disable ...
  • Page 9 Chapter 7: BIOS Introduction ... 7-1 Main Setup ... 7-2 Advanced Settings ... 7-3 Boot Settings ... 7-15 Security Settings ... 7-18 Exit Options ... 7-19 Appendices: Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes ... A-1 Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes ... B-1 Appendix C: Software Installation ...
  • Page 10 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Overview The SuperServer 6014L-M is a high-end dual processor, 1U rackmount server fea- turing state-of-the-art technology. The 6014L-M is comprised of two main subsys- tems: the SC512LF-260 1U rackmount chassis and the X6DLP-EG2 serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certifi...

  • Page 12: Serverboard Features

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer lies the X6DLP-EG2, a dual processor serverboard based on Intel's E7520 chipset and designed to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X6DLP-EG2. Processors The X6DLP-EG2 supports single or dual Intel 479-pin PGA sockets.

  • Page 13: Onboard Controllers/Ports

    Onboard Controllers/Ports An onboard IDE controller supports up to four UltraDMA/100 hard drives or ATAPI devices. Onboard I/O backpanel ports include one COM port, a VGA port, two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two GLAN (NIC) ports. Other Features Other onboard features that promote system health include voltage monitors, a chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU...
  • Page 14 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual CPU1 Group A Links0-7 8x PCI-Express (Slot 6) 8x PCI-Express (Slot 3) Group B Links0-7 82573 82573 PCI-X 66 MHz (Slot 6) PCI-X 66 MHz (Slot 5) PCI 33 MHz (Slot 1) Rage BIOS Kybd/ Mouse Figure 1-1 .

  • Page 15: Server Chassis Features

    The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC512LF-260 chas- sis. System Power When confi gured as a SuperServer 6014L-M, the SC512LF-260 chassis includes a single 260W power supply. Serial ATA Subsystem For the 6014L-M, the SC512LF-260 chassis was designed to support one Serial ATA hard drive.

  • Page 16: Contacting Supermicro

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: SuperMicro 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: SuperMicro Computer B.V.

  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Server Installation

    Preparing for Setup The SuperServer 6014L-M does not ship with a rack rail hardware package as the system can be rack mounted without the use of rails. An optional rack rail package is available if you wish to order from Supermicro. Follow the steps in the order given to complete the installation process in a minimal amount of time.

  • Page 18: Choosing A Setup Location

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Choosing a Setup Location - Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door completely (~25 inches). - Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for suffi...

  • Page 19: 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 20: Installing The System Into A Rack

    Installing the System into a Rack (Rack hardware optional) This section provides information on installing the SuperServer 6014L-M into a rack unit. If the system has already been mounted into a rack, you can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6.

  • Page 21: Installing With Rackmount Kit

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing with Rackmount Kit This section is only for customers that have the optional rack mount kit (CSE-PT8). Each of these assemblies consist of two sections: an inner rail that secures to the chassis and an outer rail that secures directly to the rack itself (see Figure 2-2). This is a guideline for installing the unit into a rack with the optional rack kit.

  • Page 22: Installing The Rack Rails

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Figure 2-2. Installing Chassis Rails Installing the Rack Rails Determine where you want to place the 6014L-M in the rack (see Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3). Position the fi xed rack rail/sliding rail guide assemblies at the desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing the inside of the rack.

  • Page 23: Installing The Server Into A Telco Rack

    (w/ Optional Rackmount Kit) Installing the Server into a Telco Rack If you are installing the SuperServer 6014L-M into a Telco type rack, follow the direc- tions given on the previous pages for rack installation. The only difference in the installation procedure will be the positioning of the rack brackets to the rack.

  • Page 24: Checking The Serverboard Setup

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Figure 2-4. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack: Basic Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the 6014L-M in the rack, you will need to open the unit to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made. 1.
  • Page 25 Figure 2-5. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack (w/ Optional Rackmount Kit) 2. Check the CPUs (processors) You may have one or two processors already installed into the system board. Each processor should have its own heatsink attached. See Chapter 5 for instructions on processor installation.
  • Page 26 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual 4. Installing add-on cards If desired, you can install an add-on card to the system. See Chapter 5 for details on installing a PCI add-on card. 5. Check all cable connections and airfl ow Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking the airfl...

  • Page 27: Checking The Drive Bay Setup

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Checking the Drive Bay Setup Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the Serial ATA drive have been properly installed and all essential connections have been made. 1. Accessing the drive bays For servicing the Serial ATA, CD-ROM and fl...
  • Page 28 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Notes 2-12...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3: System Interface

    System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specifi c com- ponents. There are also two buttons on the chassis control panel. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate response you may need to take.

  • Page 30: Control Panel Leds

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC512LF-260 chassis has fi ve 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 action you may need to take.

  • Page 31: Power

    Chapter 3: System Interface Power: Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.
  • Page 32 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4: System Safety

    Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SuperServer 6014L-M from damage: Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet.

  • Page 34: General Safety Precautions

    General Safety Precautions Follow these rules to ensure general safety: Keep the area around the SuperServer 6014L-M clean and free of clutter. The SuperServer 6014L-M weighs approximately 23 lbs. (10.5 kg) when fully loaded. When lifting the system, two people at either end should lift slowly with their feet spread out to distribute the weight.

  • Page 35: Esd Precautions

    ESD Precautions Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical charges coming into contact with each other. An electrical discharge is created to neutralize this difference, which can damage electronic com ponents and printed circuit boards. The following measures are generally suffi cient to neutralize this difference before contact is made to protect your equipment from ESD: Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.

  • Page 36: Operating Precautions

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Operating Precautions Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 6014L-M is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the 6014L-M system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Figure 4-1.

  • Page 37: Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install processors, memory and heatsinks to the X6DLP-EG2 serverboard, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are described and a layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter. Remember to close the chassis completely when you have fi...

  • Page 38: Serverboard Installation

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Serverboard Installation This section explains how to mount the X6DLP-EG2 into the SC512LF-260 chassis. Following the steps in the order given will eliminate the most common problems encountered in such an installation. To access the inside of the server, remove the screws from the back lip of the top cover of the chassis, then pull the cover off.

  • Page 39: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    Processor and Heatsink Installation Avoid placing direct pressure to the top of the processor package. Also, never place the serverboard on a conductive surface. Always remove the power cord fi rst before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. The X6DLP-EG2 has two 479-pin PGA sockets that support Intel ULV processors.

  • Page 40: Installing The Heatsinks

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual 5. Once the processor is properly seated in the socket, turn the lock mechanism clockwise with the fl at- head screw driver to lock it. Repeat the above steps if you wish to install a secind processor. Installing the Heatsinks Installed processor 1.

  • Page 41: Removing The Heatsink

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Removing the Heatsink Screw# 1 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver to remove the heatsink screws from the serverboard (remove diagonal screws fi rst, as show in the picture on the right). Screw# 2 2. Hold the heatsink and gently wriggle the heatsink to loosen it from the processor.

  • Page 42: Connecting Cables

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Connecting Cables Now that the processors are installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the serverboard. These include the data (ribbon) cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The ribbon cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed in preconfi...

  • Page 43: Connecting The Control Panel

    Connecting the Control Panel JF1 contains header pins for various front control panel connectors. See Figure 5-1 for the pin locations of the various front control panel buttons and LED indicators. Note that even and odd numbered pins are on opposite sides of each header. All JF1 wires have been bundled into single ribbon cable to simplify their connection.

  • Page 44: Installing Memory

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Installing Memory Note: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules: http:// www.supermicro.com/support/resources/ Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. DIMM Installation (See Figure 5-3) 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with DIMM1A and DIMM1B.

  • Page 45: Adding Pci Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Adding PCI Cards 1. PCI slots The 6014L-M system includes a CSE-RR1U-X riser card. This riser fi ts into a 66 MHz PCI slot to support a full-height, half-length PCI add-on card. There is also the option of using the (optional) CSE-RR1U-EL riser card to support the use of an expansion card in the x8 PCI-Express slot.

  • Page 46: X6Dlp-Eg2 Layout

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Serverboard Details Figure 5-4. SUPER X6DLP-EG2 Layout Keyboard/ Mouse JPR1 USB0/1 DIMM1B DIMM1A DIMM2B DIMM2A DIMM3B DIMM3A DIMM4B DIMM4A JLAN1 Battery JLAN2 FAN6 JPL1 FAN5 JPL2 JWOL Slot6: PCI-X 66 MHz (ZCR) JP15 JP13 Slot4: 8x PCI-Express BIOS COM2 Rage XL...

  • Page 47: X6Dlp-Eg2 Quick Reference

    X6DLP-EG2 Quick Reference Jumper Description J13/J15 PCI/PCI-X Slots to System SMB JBT1 CMOS Clear Power Force On JPG1 VGA Enable JPL1/JPL2 JLAN1/JLAN 2 Enable/Disable JPR1 Power Fail Alarm Reset Watch Dog Enable Connector Description COM1/COM2 COM1/COM2 Serial Port Connector/Header FAN 1-6 CPU/Chassis Fan Headers Floppy Floppy Disk Drive Connector...

  • Page 48: Connector Defi Nitions

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Connector Defi nitions ATX Power Connector The main power supply connector on the X6DPL-EG2 meets the SSI EPS 12V specifi cation. See the table on the right for pin defi nitions. Note: You must also connect the processor power connector (PW2, below.) Processor Power Connector...

  • Page 49: Hdd Led

    HDD LED The HDD LED (for IDE and SATA drives) connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach the drive LED cable to these pins to display disk activity. See the table on the right for pin defi nitions. NIC1/2 LEDs The NIC (Network Interface Control- ler) LED connections for JLAN1 are...

  • Page 50: Reset Button

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Reset Button The Reset Button connection is lo- cated on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to the hardware reset switch on the computer case. Refer to the table on the right for pin defi nitions. Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1.

  • Page 51: Universal Serial Bus

    Universal Serial Bus (USB0/1) Two USB 2.0 ports are located beside the LAN ports. USB0 is the bottom port and USB1 is the top port. See the table on the right for pin defi nitions. Universal Serial Bus Headers Two extra USB headers designated USB2/3 can be used for front side USB access.

  • Page 52: Speaker/Power Led/Keylock

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Speaker/Power LED/Keylock On the JF2 header, pins 1, 3, 5 and 7 are for the speaker, pins 2, 4 and 6 are for the power LED and pins 8 and 10 are for the keylock. Pin 9 is absent (key).

  • Page 53: Power Fault

    Power Fault Connect a cable from your power supply to the PW4 header to provide warning of power supply failure. This warning signal is passed through the PWR_LED pin to indicate of a power failure on the chassis. See the table on the right for pin defi...

  • Page 54: Jumper Settings

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identifi ed with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board.

  • Page 55: Vga Enable/Disable

    VGA Enable/Disable JPG1 enables or disables the VGA port on the serverboard. See the table on the right for jumper settings. SMBus to PCI Slots Jumpers J13 and J15 allow you to con- nect PCI-X/PCI slots to the System Management Bus The default setting is open to disable the connection.

  • Page 56: Alarm Reset

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Alarm Reset The system will notify you in the event of a power supply failure. This feature as- sumes that Supermicro redundant power supply units are installed in the chassis. If you only have a single power supply installed, you should not connect any- thing to this header (JPR1) to prevent false alarms.

  • Page 57: Onboard Led Indicators

    Onboard LED Indicators (DS1, DS5) DS1 and DS5 are additional LED indicators on the X6DLP-EG2. See the table on the right for information regarding these two LEDs. Onboard LED Indicators (DS7, DS8) DS7 and DS8 are POST code LEDs. Please refer to Appendix A for POST code information.

  • Page 58: Parallel Port, Floppy, Ide And Sata Drive Connections

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual 5-11 Parallel Port, Floppy, IDE and SATA Drive Connections Note the following when connecting the fl oppy and hard disk drive cables: • The fl oppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires. • A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1. •...

  • Page 59: Floppy Connector

    Floppy Connector The fl oppy connector is des- ignated "Floppy". See the table to the right for pin defi nitions. SATA Connectors There are no jumpers to con- fi gure the onboard SATA con- nectors. See the table on the right for pin defi...

  • Page 60: Ide Connectors

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual IDE Connectors There are no jumpers to con- fi gure the onboard IDE connec- tors. See the table below for pin defi nitions. Pin# Defi nition Reset IDE Host Data 7 Host Data 6 Host Data 5 Host Data 4 Host Data 3 Host Data 2...

  • Page 61: Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

    Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform mainte- nance on the SC512LF-260 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. Tools Required The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintainance is a Philips screwdriver.

  • Page 62: Control Panel

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis Views: 5015M-MR Control Panel The control panel (located on the front of the chassis) must be connected to the JF1 connector on the serverboard to provide you with system control buttons and status indicators.

  • Page 63: System Fan Failure

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup System Fan Failure If a fan fails, the remaining fan will ramp up to full speed and the overheat/fan fail LED on the control panel will blink on and off. Replace any failed fan at your earli- est convenience with the same type and model (the system can continue to run with a failed fan).

  • Page 64: Drive Bay Installation/Removal

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Figure 6-2. System Cooling Fans Drive Bay Installation/Removal Accessing the Drive Bays CD-ROM/Serial ATA Drives: For installing or removing the CD-ROM or Serial ATA drive, you will need to gain access to the inside of the server by removing the top cover of the chassis.

  • Page 65: Cd-Rom Drive Installation

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup The hard drive that sits below the CD-ROM is now accessible. Remove the four screws from the bottom of the chassis that secure the drive, then lift the hard drive out. To add a new SATA drive, install a drive into the tray with the printed circuit board side facing down and so that the mounting holes align with those in the tray.

  • Page 66: Power Supply

    (with CD-ROM drive removed) Power Supply The SuperServer 6014L-M has a single 260 watt power supply. This power supply has the capability of operating at 100 - 240 input volts. Power down the system and then unplug the AC power cord to completely remove power from the system before removing the power supply.

  • Page 67: Replacing The Power Supply

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Replacing the Power Supply 1. Accessing the inside of the system To replace a power supply, you must fi rst remove the top chassis cover. To do so, fi rst release the retention screws that secure the unit to the rack. Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it locks (you will hear a "click").
  • Page 68 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 69: Chapter 7: Bios

    Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 AMIBIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS Setup Utility for the X6DLP-EG2. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily upgraded using a fl oppy disk-based program. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AMIBIOS Setup Utility setup screens.

  • Page 70: 7-2 Main Setup

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual 7-2 Main Setup When you fi rst enter the AMI BIOS Setup Utility, you will enter the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen.

  • Page 71: System Time/System Date

    System Time/System Date Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date using the arrow keys. Enter new values through the keyboard. Press the <Tab> key or the arrow keys to move between fi elds. The date must be entered in DAY/MM/DD/YY format.

  • Page 72: Ide Configuration Submenu

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Execute Disable Bit Set to Enabled to enable the Execute Disable Bit to allow the processor to classify areas in the system memory where an application code can and cannot execute, thus preventing a worm or a virus from creating a fl ood of codes to overwhelm the processor or damage the system during an attack.
  • Page 73 Chapter 7: BIOS Type Select the type of device connected to the system. The options are Not Installed, Auto, CDROM and ARMD. LBA/Large Mode LBA (Logical Block Addressing) is a method of addressing data on a disk drive. In the LBA mode, the maximum drive capacity is 137 GB. For drive capacities over 137 GB, your system must be equipped with a 48-bit LBA mode addressing.

  • Page 74: Floppy Configuration

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual 32Bit Data Transfer Select "Enabled" to activate the 32-bit data transfer function. Select "Disabled" to disable this function. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Hard Disk Write Protect Select Enabled to enable the function of Hard Disk Write Protect to prevent data from being written to HDD.
  • Page 75 Chapter 7: BIOS 96 PCI clock cycles. Select "128" to set the PCI latency to 128 PCI clock cycles. Select "160" to set the PCI latency to 160 PCI clock cycles. Select "192" to set the PCI latency to 192 PCI clock cycles. Select "224" to set the PCI latency to 224 PCI clock cycles.

  • Page 76: Super Io Confi Guration Sub-Menu

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Super IO Confi guration Sub-Menu Serial Port1 Address This option specifi es the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of Serial Port 1. Select "Disabled" to prevent the serial port from accessing any system resources.

  • Page 77: Advanced Chipset Settings

    Advanced Chipset Settings This item allows the user to confi gure the Advanced Chipset settings for the sys- tem. NorthBridge Confi guration This feature allows the user to confi gure the settings for the Intel E7520 NorthBridge chipset. Memory Remap Feature Select Enabled to allow remapping of the overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory.

  • Page 78: Power Configuration

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual APCI Confi guration This item allows the user to enable or disable the ACPI support for the operating system. ACPI Confi guration Use this feature to confi gure additional ACPI options. Select Yes if the operating system supports ACPI.
  • Page 79 Chapter 7: BIOS Watch Dog Timer This setting is used to activate and de-activate the Watch Dog Timer. It must be used in conjunction with the WD jumper (see Chapter 2 for details). The options are Disabled and Enabled. Event Log Confi guration Highlight this item and press <Enter>...

  • Page 80: Mps Configuration

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual MPS Confi guration This section allows the user to confi gure the multiprocessors table. MPS Revision This feature allows the user to select the MPS revision. Please follow the instruc- tions given on the screen to select the MPS revision number. The options are 1.1 and 1.4.
  • Page 81 Remote Access This feature allows the user to disable the function of Remote Access. If Disabled is not selected, then you can select a Remote Access type. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Remote Access This feature allows the user to enable the Remote Access function. The Options are Enabled and Disabled.

  • Page 82: System Health Monitor

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual USB Confi guration USB Function This feature allows you to enable the USB Ports. The options are Disabled and Enabled. Legacy USB Support Select Enabled to enable USB Legacy support. Disable legacy support if there are no USB devices installed in the system.

  • Page 83: System Fan Monitor

    Chapter 7: BIOS AMI BIOS will automatically monitor and display the following information: CPU1 Temperature, CPU2 Temperature, System Temperature, CPU1 VCORE/ CPU2 VCORE (*for 2U systems), 3.3V Vcc(V), +5 Vin, 12V Vcc(V), -12V Vcc (V), DRAM VTT, 1.2V Vcc, DIMM Voltage, 1.5V Voltage, 5V Standby, 3.3V Standby. System Fan Monitor Fan Speed Control Modes: This feature allows the user to decide how the system controls the speed of the...
  • Page 84 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual BIOS Settings Confi guration Quick Boot If Enabled, this option will skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time needed for system bootup. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Quiet Boot This option allows the boot up screen options to be modifi ed between POST mes- sages or the OEM logo.

  • Page 85: Boot Device Priority

    Boot Device Priority This feature allows the user to specify the Boot Device priority sequence. The settings are 1st Floppy Drive, CD ROM, ATAPI CDROM and Disabled. The default settings are: · 1st boot device – 1st Floppy Drive · 2nd boot device – SM-Sony CD-ROM CDU ·...

  • Page 86: Security Settings

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Security Settings The AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both pass- words, the Supervisor password must be set fi rst. Change Supervisor Password Select this option and press <Enter> to access the sub-menu, and then type in the password.

  • Page 87: Exit Options

    Chapter 7: BIOS Exit Options Select the Exit tab from the AMIBIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Saving Changes and Exit When you have completed the system confi guration changes, select this option to leave the BIOS Setup and reboot the computer, so the new system confi guration parameters can take effect.

  • Page 88: Load Fail-Safe Defaults

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual 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. 7-20...

  • Page 89: Appendix A: Bios Error Beep Codes

    BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process. The error messages normally appear on the screen. Fatal errors are those which will not allow the system to continue the boot-up pro- cedure.
  • Page 90 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual DS7/DS8 LED Post Codes LED Indicators Description/Message PWR On SPD Read OK Memory Size-OK Starting Bus Initialization...

  • Page 91: Appendix B: Bios Post Checkpoint Codes

    BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes When AMIBIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it writes checkpoint codes to I/O port 0080h. If the computer cannot complete the boot process, diagnostic equipment can be attached to the computer to read I/O port 0080h. Uncompressed Initialization Codes The uncompressed initialization checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution: Checkpoint...

  • Page 92: Bootblock Recovery Codes

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Bootblock Recovery Codes The bootblock recovery checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution: Checkpoint Code Description The onboard fl oppy controller if available is initialized. Next, beginning the base 512 KB memory test. Initializing the interrupt vector table next. Initializing the DMA and Interrupt controllers next.
  • Page 93 Uncompressed Initialization Codes The following runtime checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution. These codes are uncompressed in F0000h shadow RAM. Checkpoint Code Description The NMI is disabled. Next, checking for a soft reset or a power on condition. The BIOS stack has been built.
  • Page 94 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Checkpoint Code Description Interrupt vector initialization is done. Clearing the password if the POST DIAG switch is on. Any initialization before setting video mode will be done next. Initialization before setting the video mode is complete. Confi guring the mono- chrome mode and color mode settings next.
  • Page 95 Checkpoint Code Description The memory below 1 MB has been cleared via a soft reset. Clearing the memory above 1 MB next. The memory above 1 MB has been cleared via a soft reset. Saving the memory size next. Going to checkpoint 52h next. The memory test started, but not as the result of a soft reset.
  • Page 96 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Checkpoint Code Description The password was checked. Performing any required programming before WIN- BIOS Setup next. The programming before WINBIOS Setup has completed. Uncompressing the WINBIOS Setup code and executing the AMIBIOS Setup or WINBIOS Setup utility next.
  • Page 97 Checkpoint Code Description Returned from adaptor ROM at E000h control. Performing any initialization required after the E000 option ROM had control next. Initialization after E000 option ROM control has completed. Displaying the system confi guration next. Uncompressing the DMI data and executing DMI POST initialization next. The system confi...
  • Page 98 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 99: Appendix C: Software Installation

    Appendix C: Software Installation Appendix C Software Installation After all the hardware has been installed, you must fi rst confi gure the Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID driver before you install the Windows operating system. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro bootable CDs that came packaged with your serverboard.
  • Page 100 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Confi guring SATA RAID Note: applies only to Operating Systems that support RAID functions (Windows, Red Hat & SuSe, Linux, etc.) 1. Select "Advanced Setting" from the AMI BIOS menu. 2. Select the IDE Confi guration menu. 3.

  • Page 101: Using The Array Confi Guration Utility (Acu)

    Appendix C: Software Installation To run the Adaptec RAID Confi guration utility, do to the following: 1. Enable the RAID function in the system BIOS (refer to Chapter 7 for System BIOS Confi gurations). 2. Press the <Ctrl> and <A> keys simultaneously when prompted to do so during system boot.

  • Page 102: Managing Arrays

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Managing Arrays Select this option to view array properties and confi gure array settings. Viewing Array Properties To view the properties of an existing array: 1. At the BIOS prompt, press Ctrl+A. 2. From the ARC menu, select Array Confi guration Utility (ACU). 3.
  • Page 103 Appendix C: Software Installation Deleting Arrays Warning: Back up the data on an array before you delete it to prevent data loss Deleted arrays cannot be restored. To delete an existing array: 1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC utility.
  • Page 104 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual...
  • Page 105 Appendix C: Software Installation Assigning Array Properties Once you've create a new array, you are ready to assign properties to it. Caution: Once the array is created and its properties are assigned, you cannot change the array properties using the ACU. To assign properties to the new array: 1.
  • Page 106 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual RAID Level Create Via When Appropriate RAID 0 No Init. Creating a RAID 0 on new drives RAID 0 Migrate* Creating a RAID 0 from one new drive and one drive with data you wish to preserve RAID 1 Build 1 Any time you wish to create a RAID 1 but especially if you have data on one drive you wish to...
  • Page 107 Appendix C: Software Installation 4. The ACU allows you to use drives of different sizes in a RAID. However, during a build operation, only the smaller drive can be selected as the source or fi rst drive. 5. When migrating from a single volume to RAID 0, migrating from a larger drive to a smaller drive is allowed.

  • Page 108: Initializing Disk Drives

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Deleting a Bootable Array To delete a bootable array: 1. From the Main menu, select Manage Arrays. 2. From the List of Arrays, select the bootable array you want to delete, and press Ctrl+B. (A bootable array is an array marked with an asterisk, as shown in the screenshot above.) 3.
  • Page 109 Appendix C: Software Installation 4. Use the up and down arrow keys to highlight the disk you wish to initialize and press Insert (as shown in the screenshot below). C-11...
  • Page 110 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual 5. Repeat Step 4 so that both drives to be initialized are selected (as shown be- low). 6. Press Enter. 7. Read the warning message as shown in the screen. 8. Make sure that you have selected the correct disk drives to initialize. If correct, type Y to continue.

  • Page 111: Rebuilding Arrays

    Appendix C: Software Installation Rebuilding Arrays Notes: Rebuilding applies to Fault Tolerant arrays (RAID 1) only. If an array Build process (or initialization) is interrupted or critical with one member missing, you must perform a Rebuild to optimized its functionality. For a critical array Rebuild operation, the optimal drive is the source drive.

  • Page 112: Using The Disk Utilities

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Using the Disk Utilities The Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATA hard disks. To access the disk utilities: 1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC utility.
  • Page 113 Appendix C: Software Installation You can choose from the following options: 1. Format Disk: Simulates a low-level format of the hard drive by writing zeros to the entire disk. Serial ATA drives are low-level formatted at the factory and do not need to be low-level formatted again.
  • Page 114 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual C-2 Installing the ICH5R/6300 ESBDriver 1. Insert Supermicro's bootable CD into the CD drive before a system reboot, and the screen "Super Micro Driver Diskette Maker" will appear. 2. Choose "Intel ICH5R/6300 ESB Driver by 3rd Party (Adaptec)" from the list and press <Enter>.

  • Page 115: Installing Additional Drivers

    Appendix C: Software Installation C-3 Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers A. Installing Additional Drivers After you've installed the Windows Operating System, the screen shown below will appear. You are now ready to install additional software and drivers. To install, click the icons to the right of these items.

  • Page 116: Supero Doctor

    UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Supero Doctor III The Supero Doctor III program is a Web base management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
  • Page 117 Appendix C: Software Installation Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control) Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloaded from our Website at: ftp:// ftp.supermicro.com/utility/Supero_Doctor_III/. You can also download SDIII User's Guide at: http://www.supermicro.com/PRODUCT/Manuals/SDIII/UserGuide.pdf. For Linux, we will still recommend Supero Doctor II. C-19...
  • Page 118 UPER ERVER 6014L-M User's Manual Notes C-20...

  • Page 119: Appendix D: System Specifi Cations

    Appendix D: System Specifi cations Appendix D System Specifi cations Processors Single or dual Intel® Xeon® 4 LV or ULV processors in 479-pin PGA sockets Note: Please refer to the support section of our web site for a complete listing of supported processors (http://www.supermicro.com/support/).
  • Page 120 Appendix D: System Specifi cations Weight Net (Gross): 23 lbs. (10.5 kg.) System Cooling Two (2) sets of 4-cm counter-rotating fans System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100-240 VAC Rated Input Current: 115V to 230V (5A max) Rated Input Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz Power Supply Rated Output Power: 260W (Model# EFA250, Part# PWS-0055) Rated Output Voltages: +3.3V (20A), +5V (25A), +12V (13A), -12V (.8A),...

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