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About this Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators, Information Technology professionals, service personnel and technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of Supermicro's MicroBlade system. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced professionals only. Manual Organization...
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Operating System Support..............1-7 Remote Management ................1-7 Computing Density/Power ..............1-7 High-Efficiency Power Supplies .............. 1-8 1-8 Returning Merchandise for Service ..........1-8 1-9 Contacting Supermicro ..............1-9 Chapter 2 Standardized Warning Statements ..... 2-1 2-1 About Standardized Warning Statements ........2-1 Warning Definition...................
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MicroBlade User’s Manual Power Cable and AC Adapter .............. 2-15 Chapter 3 Setup and Installation ..........3-1 3-1 Overview ..................... 3-1 3-2 Unpacking the System ..............3-1 Choosing a Setup Location..............3-1 Rack Precautions..................3-2 Server Precautions ................. 3-2 Rack Mounting Considerations ............... 3-2 Ambient Operating Temperature ............
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Installing a Power Supply................ 5-4 Removing a Power Supply..............5-5 5-2 Redundant Power Supplies ............. 5-7 5-3 Power Components ................5-8 Power Cord ..................... 5-8 Appendix A System Specifications ...........A-1 A-1 Enclosure Specifications ..............A-1 A-2 Environmental Specifications ............A-6 A-3 Address Defaults ................A-6 A-4 Power Supply Power Information ...........A-7...
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List of Figures Figure 1-1. Installing a MicroBlade Module into the Chassis ......1-3 Figure 3-1. Positioning the Enclosure Template ..........3-4 Figure 3-2. Securing the Rails to the Rack ............3-4 Figure 3-3. Rack with Rails Installed..............3-5 Figure 3-4. Attaching the Optional Handles ............3-6 Figure 3-5.
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• If you have any questions, please contact our support team at: support@supermicro.com Note: A complete list of safety warnings is provided on the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/safety_information.cfm. Quick Start Setup This section covers how to quickly get your new MicroBlade system up and running.
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9. Install your selected operating system for each blade module. See the user’s manual for your purchased blade module from your system’s CD-ROM for details. 10. Download a BIOS update for each of your blade modules from the Supermicro website. Arrow.com.
Product Checklist of Typical Components • One Blade Enclosure • Blade Unit (minimum of 1, 28 maximum): See the Supermicro website (http:// www.supermicro.com/products/MicroBlade/module/) for a complete list of blades that can be mounted in your system. •...
19" industry standard 42U rack. Blade Enclosure Features Supermicro's blade enclosures are designed to house up to 28 blade units. Each accommodates either two or more power supplies. The enclosure mid-plane allows the blade units to share certain functions such as power, cooling and networking.
Chapter 1: Introduction NOTE 2: The MBE-628L enclosure supports 1G or 2.5G. NOTE 3: All of the NICs for the MBI-6118D-T2/T4/T2H/T4H, MBI-6128R-T2/T2X, MBI-6118G-T41X and MBI-6218G-T41X blades connect to the A1 switch. NOTE 4: The MBE-628E enclosure supports up to two switches, each switch supports 56 ports.
AC power is present and green when the power is on. Supermicro's high-efficiency blade system power supplies deliver continuous redundant power up to 95% peak efficiency. Each power supply module includes a management module that monitors the power supplies and the power enclosure.
Special Design Features Supermicro's MicroBlade offers special design features, some of which no other blade server can duplicate. These features give you extraordinary flexibility in configuring a blade system for your own particular needs.
During the warranty period, contact your distributor first for any product problems. For faster service, RMA authorizations may be requested online at: http://www. supermicro.com/support/rma/ Arrow.com. Arrow.com. Arrow.com.
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 marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) Email: support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML ‘s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands...
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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. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components.
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MicroBlade 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.
Chapter 2: Standardized Warning Statements 이 경고 기호는 위험이 있음을 알려 줍니다 . 작업자의 신체에 부상을 야기 할 수 있는 상태에 있게 됩니다 . 모든 장비에 대한 작업을 수행하기 전에 전기회로와 관련된 위험 요소들을 확인하시고 사전에 사고를 방지할 수 있도록 표준 작업절차를 준수해 주시기 바랍니다...
MicroBlade User’s Manual ﻣﺼﺪر ﻟﻠﻄﺎﻗﺔ اﻟﻨﻈﺎم إﻟﻰ ﻗﺒﻞ ﺗﻮﺻﯿﻞ ﺘﺮﻛﯿﺐ اﻗﺮ إرﺷﺎدات اﻟ 시스템을 전원에 연결하기 전에 설치 안내를 읽어주십시오 . Waarschuwing Raadpleeg de installatie-instructies voordat u het systeem op de voedingsbron aansluit. Circuit Breaker Warning! This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection.
MicroBlade User’s Manual ¡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...
Chapter 2: Standardized Warning Statements Warnung Das Installieren, Ersetzen oder Bedienen dieser Ausrüstung sollte nur geschultem, qualifiziertem Personal gestattet werden. ¡Advertencia! Solamente el personal calificado debe instalar, reemplazar o utilizar este equipo. Attention Il est vivement recommandé de confier l'installation, le remplacement et la maintenance de ces équipements à...
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MicroBlade User’s Manual Warnung Diese Einheit ist zur Installation in Bereichen mit beschränktem Zutritt vorgesehen. Der Zutritt zu derartigen Bereichen ist nur mit einem Spezialwerkzeug, Schloss und Schlüssel oder einer sonstigen Sicherheitsvorkehrung möglich. ¡Advertencia! Esta unidad ha sido diseñada para instalación en áreas de acceso restringido. Sólo puede obtenerse acceso a una de estas áreas mediante la utilización de una herramienta especial, cerradura con llave u otro medio de seguridad.
Chapter 2: Standardized Warning Statements Battery Handling Warning! There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. 電池の取り扱い...
MicroBlade User’s Manual 배터리가 올바르게 교체되지 않으면 폭발의 위험이 있습니다 . 기존 배터리와 동일하거 나 제조사에서 권장하는 동등한 종류의 배터리로만 교체해야 합니다 . 제조사의 안내에 따라 사용된 배터리를 처리하여 주십시오 . Waarschuwing Er is ontploffingsgevaar indien de batterij verkeerd vervangen wordt. Vervang de batterij slechts met hetzelfde of een equivalent type die door de fabrikant aanbevolen wordt.
Chapter 2: Standardized Warning Statements اﻣﺪاد اﻟﻄﺎﻗﺔ ﺑﻮﺣﺪات ﻋﺪة اﺗﺼﺎﻻت ﺠﮭﺎز اﻟ ﯾﻜﻮن ﻟﮭﺬا ﻗﺪ اﻟﻜﮭﺮﺑﺎء ﻋﻦ ﻮﺣﺪة اﻟ ﻟﻌﺰل ﻛﺎﻓﺔ اﻻﺗﺼﺎﻻت ﯾﺠﺐ إزاﻟﺔ 경고 ! 이 장치에는 한 개 이상의 전원 공급 단자가 연결되어 있을 수 있습니다 . 이 장치에 전 원을...
MicroBlade User’s Manual اﻟﻠﻮﺣﺔ أواﻟﻄﺎﻗﺔ اﻟﻤﻮﺟﻮدة ﻋﻠﻰ اﻟﺘﯿﺎر اﻟﻜﮭﺮﺑﺎﺋﻲ ﻣﻦ ﺧﻄﺮ ھﻨﺎك ھﺬا اﻟﺠﮭﺎز ﺧﺪﻣﺔ ﻛﻦ ﺣﺬرا ﻋﻨﺪ ﯾﻌﻤﻞ اﻟﻨﻈﺎم ﻋﻨﺪﻣﺎ ﯾﻜﻮن 경고 ! 시스템이 동작 중일 때 후면판 (Backplane) 에는 위험한 전압이나 에너지가 발생 합니 다 . 서비스 작업 시 주의하십시오 . Waarschuwing Een gevaarlijke spanning of energie is aanwezig op de backplane wanneer het systeem in gebruik is.
Chapter 2: Standardized Warning Statements 경고 ! 현 지역 및 국가의 전기 규정에 따라 장비를 설치해야 합니다 . Waarschuwing Bij installatie van de apparatuur moet worden voldaan aan de lokale en nationale elektriciteitsvoorschriften. Product Disposal Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.
MicroBlade User’s Manual 경고 ! 이 제품은 해당 국가의 관련 법규 및 규정에 따라 폐기되어야 합니다 . Waarschuwing De uiteindelijke verwijdering van dit product dient te geschieden in overeenstemming met alle nationale wetten en reglementen. Hot Swap Fan Warning Warning! The fans might still be turning when you remove the fan assembly from the chassis.
Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL or CSA -certified cables (that have UL/CSA shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by Supermicro only. 電源コードと AC アダプター...
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Fehlfunktion oder ein Brand entstehen. Elektrische Geräte und Material Safety Law verbietet die Verwendung von UL-oder CSA-zertifizierte Kabel, UL oder CSA auf der Code für alle anderen elektrischen Geräte als Produkte von Supermicro nur bezeichnet gezeigt haben.
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Elektrisch apparaat en veiligheidsinformatiebladen wet verbiedt het gebruik van UL of CSA gecertificeerde kabels die UL of CSA die op de code voor andere elektrische apparaten dan de producten die door Supermicro alleen. 2-17 Arrow.com.
Chapter 3 Setup and Installation Overview This chapter provides a quick setup procedure for your MicroBlade. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time. This quick setup assumes that the processor(s) and memory have already been installed.
MicroBlade User’s Manual Rack Precautions The following are important precautions concerning rack setup: • The enclosure unit is heavy and requires at least two people to lift it. • Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to the floor with the full weight of the rack resting on them.
Chapter 3: Setup and Installation Circuit Overloading Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have on over-current protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
MicroBlade User’s Manual Installation Use the procedure below for installing an enclosure in a rack. Installing an enclosure: 1. Decide where you want to place the blade enclosure into the rack (see "Rack Mounting Considerations" in the previous section). 2. Position the Enclosure Template at the front of the enclosure to determine the locations of the screws for the enclosure rails (see Figure 3-1).
Chapter 3: Setup and Installation Figure 3-3. Rack with Rails Installed 5. (Optional step) Add the front left and right handles to the enclosure using five screws to secure each handle. Install a thumbscrew through the bottom hole of each handle (see Figure 3-4).
MicroBlade User’s Manual 7. After pushing the enclosure all the way into the rack, use two roundhead screws on each side of the server to lock it into place. Figure 3-4. Attaching the Optional Handles 8. The enclosure is now securely installed in the rack (see Figure 3-5).
Chapter 3: Setup and Installation Installing a Blade Unit into the Enclosure Please see the manual for your purchased MicroBlade module for full details on its installation and configuration. Below is the procedure for installing a MicroBlade module into an enclosure chassis. Installing a MicroBlade Module Unit into the Enclosure 1.
Chapter 4 System Modules In addition to the blade units, your blade system comes equipped with one or more system modules. The modules fit into the rear of the enclosure into bays above and/or below the power supplies. This chapter describes the various blade modules that may be part of your blade system.
MicroBlade User’s Manual Chassis Management Module The Chassis Management Module (CMM), part number MBM-CMM-001, (Figure 4-2) is an optional module in a blade system. This “command” module communicates with the blade units, the power supplies and the blade switches. Used in conjunction with the Web Interface or IPMI View management software, the CMM provides administrator control over individual blade units, power supplies, cooling fans and networking switches and monitors onboard temperatures, power status, voltage levels and fan...
Chapter 4: System Modules Table 4-2. MBM-CMM-001 Module Interface (Continued) Item# Description Reset Button Module Release Handle Table 4-3. MBM-CMM-001 Module Features Feature Description Can manage 28 blade units or 112 nodes, network modules and 8 power Management Capabilities supplies Ports Two Ethernet ports, one Serial port and two USB ports Remote KVM, remote storage, Serial-over-LAN (SOL), blade monitoring...
Chapter 4: System Modules Configuring the CMM To access/configure the CMM, you first have to configure the IP settings of the CMM depending on you network environment. The below procedure for this configuration just serves as a reference for getting the CMM setup. If your system has Linux OS, please follow similar instructions to get the CMM setup.
MicroBlade User’s Manual Remote Storage (Virtual Media) The Remote Storage function allows the user to connect to a remote storage device (such as a floppy, hard disk, CD-ROM or USB storage device) and access the device as if it were local. This can be used not only to read and write to remote storage devices but to load an operating system from a remote drive.
The Web-based Management Utility is a web-based interface that consolidates and simplifies system management for Supermicro MicroBlade systems. The Web-based Management Utility aggregates and displays data from the CMM module.
2. In the address field of the browser, enter the IP address that you assigned to the Chassis Management Module and hit the <E > key. NTER 3. When the browser makes contact with Supermicro’s Chassis Management Module, enter your username and password, then click L OGIN 4. The W...
Chapter 4: System Modules Address Defaults Table 4-5 shows the default addresses that are initially set for the CMM. Afterwards, you can change these values within the program (see the Web-based Management Utility User’s Manual on your system’s enclosed CD-ROM for more details). Table 4-5.
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MicroBlade User’s Manual Table 4-6. Page Controls Item Description Menu Bar: This menu bar provides you with shortcuts to controls and other information views about your blade system in the Web-based Management Utility. Page Selection List: This list on the left of the page shows a list of pages you may select for viewing information concerning your blade system based upon the selection you have made from the Menu Bar.
The power supply modules can work with both 110V and 220V AC input and use a C14 socket and C13 connectors. Supermicro's high-efficiency blade system power supplies deliver continuous redundant power up to 95% peak efficiency. Each power supply module includes a management...
Chapter 5: Power Supply Modules Figure 5-2. PWS-2K01A-BR Power Supply Table 5-2. PWS-2K01A-BR Power Supply Features Feature Description Maximum Output 2000W/1980W/1800W/1000W Type Hot Swappable Redundant Module (N+1) Dimensions (WxLxH) 106.5 x 283.3 x 84 mm 100-127Vac input: 12 - 9.5A 200-220Vac input: 10 - 9.5A Input Rated Voltage/ Current 220-230Vac input: 10 - 9.5A...
If a power supply or a fan in a power supply fails, the system management software will notify you of the situation. In either case, you will need to replace the power supply module with another identical one. NOTE: Refer to www.supermicro/products/microblade for possible updates on part numbers. Installing a Power Supply Use the procedure below for installing the power supply module into the chassis.
Chapter 5: Power Supply Modules Removing a Power Supply First, make sure the power supply has been shut down. You can remove power from a power unit via your system management software. Removing the Power Supply Module 1. Remove the power cord from the power supply unit. 2.
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MicroBlade User’s Manual 3. Pull out the handle and remove the unit: the two-piece handle locks into the closed position. To release the handle, squeeze together the two metal plates of the handle with your thumb and fingers and then pull out. Arrow.com.
Chapter 5: Power Supply Modules Redundant Power Supplies Each blade enclosure can hold up to four power supplies. Installing all four power supplies may provide you with redundant power – depending upon the number of blades in the enclosure, the model and power level of the power supplies installed and the power load from modules in your system.
The plastic locking clip that partially covers the socket was designed to prevent the power supply module from being removed with the power cord still connected. For details on the required power cord for your country, see the SuperMicro web site at: http://www.supermicro.com/products/superblade/powersupply/powercord.cfm Arrow.com.
Appendix A System Specifications Enclosure Specifications Section 1-5: Blade Enclosure Features on page 1-4 for further details on MicroBlade enclosure specifications. Figure A-1. MBE-628L Enclosure Table A-1. MBE-628L-416 and MBE-628L-816 Enclosure Specifications MBE-628L-416 and MBE-628L-816 rack mount blade enclosures Enclosure Dimensions: (HxWxD) 10.43 x 17.67 x 32 in.
MicroBlade User’s Manual Figure A-2. MBE-628E Enclosure Table A-2. MBE-628E-420 and MBE-628E-820 Enclosure Specifications MBE-628E-420 and MBE-628E-820 rack mount blade enclosures Enclosure Dimensions: (HxWxD) 10.43 x 17.67 x 36.1 in. (265 x 449 x 917 mm) Up to 28 hot-plug blade modules Blade Module Support Supports Intel®...
Appendix A: System Specifications Table A-3. MBE-628E-416 and MBE-628E-816 Enclosure Specifications MBE-628E-416 and MBE-628E-816 rack mount blade enclosures Enclosure Dimensions: (HxWxD) 10.43 x 17.67 x 34.45 in. (265 x 449 x 875 mm) Up to 28 hot-plug blade modules Blade Module Support Supports Intel®...
MicroBlade User’s Manual Figure A-3. MBE-314E Enclosure Table A-4. MBE-314E-416 Enclosure Specifications MBE-314E-416 rack mount blade enclosures Enclosure Dimensions: (HxWxD) 5.21" x 17.67" x 35.03" (132 x 449 x 890mm) Up to 14 hot-plug blade modules Blade Module Support Supports Intel® based blades, optimize design for Intel E3 and E5 based processor blades Supports up to two hot-plug MBM-GEM-001 (IntelFM5224) with 56x 1Gbps downlinks;...
Table A-5. MBE-314E-420 Enclosure Specifications MBE-314E-420 rack mount blade enclosures Enclosure Dimensions: (HxWxD) 10.43" x 17.67" x 34.45" (265 x 449 x 875mm) Up to 28 hot-plug blade modules Blade Module Support Supports Intel® based blades, optimize design for Intel E3 and E5 based processor blades Supports up to two hot-plug MBM-GEM-001 (IntelFM5224) with 56x 1Gbps downlinks;...
MicroBlade User’s Manual Environmental Specifications Table A-7. Environmental Specification Features Operating Temp: 0° to 50° C (up to 5000m) Non-operating Temp: -40° to 75° (up to 15200m) Operating Environment Operating Relative Humidity: 80% Operating, 95% Non-operating Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-3-2/-3-3, CISPR 22 Class A Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Immunity: EN 55024/CISPR 24, (EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN...
Power Supply Power Information Table A-9. Power Supply: Power Information (PWS-1K67P-1R) Information Value 1200W (100 - 120Vac) Output Power 1400W (120 - 140Vac) 1600W (200 - 240Vac) Input Voltage 100 - 240Vac Input Current 7 - 14.2A Efficiency (Peak) Power Factor (Peak) Table A-10.
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Disclaimer The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.