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  • Page 1 SuperServer ® SSG-520P-ACTR12L SSG-520P-ACTR12H USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0a...
  • Page 2 State of California, USA. The State of California, County of Santa Clara shall be the exclusive venue for the resolution of any such disputes. Supermicro's total liability for all claims will not exceed the price paid for the hardware product.
  • Page 3 If you have any questions, please contact our support team at: support@supermicro.com This manual may be periodically updated without notice. Please check the Supermicro website for possible updates to the manual revision level. Secure Data Deletion A secure data deletion tool designed to fully erase all data from storage devices can be found on our website: https://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/disclaimer.cfm?url=/wdl/utility/...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview ..........................9 Models ..........................9 1.2 System Features ........................10 Front View .........................10 Drive Carrier Indicators ....................10 Control Panel .........................11 Rear View ..........................12 Power Supply Indicator ....................13 Top View ..........................14 1.3 System Architecture ......................15 1.4 Motherboard Layout ......................16 Quick Reference .......................17 Motherboard Block Diagram .....................19 Chapter 2 Server Installation...
  • Page 5 Contents 2.5 Installing the Chassis into a Rack ..................27 Removing the Chassis from the Rack ................28 Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation 3.1 Removing Power .......................29 3.2 Accessing the System ......................30 3.3 Processor and Heatsink Installation ...................31 The Processor Carrier Assembly ..................32 The Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) ................34 Installing the PHM into the CPU Socket ................35 Removing the PHM from the CPU Socket ...............38...
  • Page 6 Contents Chapter 5 Software 5.1 Microsoft Windows OS Installation ..................64 5.2 Driver Installation ........................66 5.3 SuperDoctor 5 ........................67 ® 5.4 BMC ............................68 BMC ADMIN User Password ....................68 Chapter 6 Optional Components 6.1 Additional Storage Drives ....................69 6.2 Storage Control Card and Cable(s) ...................69 6.3 TPM Security Module ......................70 6.4 Intel Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) ..................71 Requirements and Restrictions ..................71...
  • Page 7 7.8 Reporting an Issue ......................86 Technical Support Procedures ..................86 Returning Merchandise for Service ...................86 Vendor Support Filing System ..................87 7.9 Feedback ..........................87 7.10 Contacting Supermicro ......................88 Appendix A Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems Appendix B System Specifications BSMI Compliance......................111...
  • Page 8 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) Website: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    2U; (WxHxD) 17.2 x 3.5 x 25.6 in. (437 x 89 x 650 mm) A Quick Reference Guide can be found on the product page of the Supermicro website. The following safety models associated with the SSG-520P-ACTR12(L/H) have been certified as compliant with UL or CSA: 826-R8X12, 826-8.

  • Page 10: System Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.2 System Features The following views of the system display the main features. Front View Service/Asset Tag Control Panel with BMC Password Figure 1-1. Front View Logical Storage Drive Numbers Item Description 0-11 3.5" hot-swap SAS3/SATA drive bays Drive Carrier Indicators Each drive carrier has two LED indicators: an activity indicator and a status indicator.

  • Page 11: Control Panel

    Chapter 1: Introduction Control Panel Power Reset Power LED NIC LED NIC LED Power Fail LED Information LED Figure 1-2. Control Panel Control Panel Features Feature Description The main power switch applies or removes primary power from the power supply to the server Power button but maintains standby power.

  • Page 12: Rear View

    Chapter 1: Introduction Rear View Drives Power Supplies USB 3.2 USB 2.0 UID Switch Figure 1-3. System: Rear View System Features: Rear Feature Description Power Supplies Two redundant power supply modules, PWS1 on the bottom, PWS2 on the top Drives Optional 2.5"...

  • Page 13: Power Supply Indicator

    Chapter 1: Introduction Power Supply Indicator Power Supply Indicator LED Color and State Power Supply Condition No AC power to modules AC cord unplugged and in redundant mode OR power supply critical events causing Amber, solid a shutdown, failure, OCP, OVP, fan fail, OTP, UVP Power supply warning events where the power supply continues to operate: high Amber, blinking temperature, over voltage, under voltage, etc...

  • Page 14: Top View

    Chapter 1: Introduction Top View Expansion Slots Power Supply Modules Processor, Heatsink DIMM Slots SuperDOM Port M.2 Socket SuperDOM Port Power Distributor System Fans Figure 1-4. System: Top View System Features: Top Feature Description M.2 Sockets One socket for an M.2 SSD Power Supply Dual redundant modules SuperDOM Ports...

  • Page 15: System Architecture

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3 System Architecture This section shows the locations of the system electronic components. Motherboard X12SPI-TF Storage Backplane BPN-SAS3-LA26-N12 Figure 1-5. Main Component Locations...

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4 Motherboard Layout Below is a layout of the X12SPI-TF motherboard with jumper, connector and LED locations shown. See the table on the following page for descriptions. For detailed descriptions, pinout information and jumper settings, refer to Chapter 4 or the Motherboard Manual.

  • Page 17: Quick Reference

    Chapter 1: Introduction Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear Open (Normal) JPME1 ME Recovery Pins 1-2 (Normal) Connector Description BMC_LAN Dedicated BMC LAN Port COM1 COM Header FAN1 ~ FAN5, FANA, FANB CPU/System Fan Headers I-SATA0 ~ I-SATA7 Intel®...
  • Page 18 Chapter 1: Introduction Description State: Status M.2 LED Blinking Green: Device Working LEDBMC BMC Heartbeat LED Blinking Green: BMC Normal LEDPWR Onboard Power LED Solid Green: Power On UID-LED Unit Identifier (UID) LED Solid Blue: Unit Identified...

  • Page 19: Motherboard Block Diagram

    Chapter 1: Introduction Motherboard Block Diagram Figure 1-8. Motherboard Block Diagram...

  • Page 20: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Chapter 2 Server Installation 2.1 Overview This chapter provides advice and instructions for mounting your system in a server rack. If your system is not already fully integrated with processors, system memory etc., refer to Chapter 3 for details on installing those specific components.

  • Page 21: Rack Precautions

    Chapter 2: Server Installation • This product is not suitable for use with visual display workplace devices according to §2 of the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units. Rack Precautions • Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are extended to the floor so that the full weight of the rack rests on them.

  • Page 22: Airflow

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Airflow Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that the amount of airflow required for safe operation is not compromised. Mechanical Loading Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that a hazardous condition does not arise due to uneven mechanical loading.

  • Page 23: Installing The Rails

    Chapter 2: Server Installation 2.4 Installing the Rails There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may require a slightly different assembly procedure. This rail set fits a rack between 26.8" and 36.4" deep. The following is a basic guideline for installing the system into a rack with the rack mounting hardware provided.

  • Page 24: Releasing The Inner Rail

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Releasing the Inner Rail Each inner rail has a locking latch. This latch prevents the server from coming completely out of the rack when when the chassis is pulled out for servicing. To mount the rail onto the chassis, first release the inner rail from the outer rails. 1.

  • Page 25: Installing The Inner Rails On The Chassis

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Inner Rails on the Chassis Installing the Inner Rails 1. Identify the left and right inner rails. They are labeled. 2. Place the inner rail firmly against the side of the chassis, aligning the hooks on the side of the chassis with the holes in the inner rail.

  • Page 26: Installing The Outer Rails Onto The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack Each end of the assembled outer rail includes a bracket with hooks and square, spring-loaded pegs to fit into the square holes in your rack. Installing the Outer Rail 1.

  • Page 27: Installing The Chassis Into A Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation 2.5 Installing the Chassis into a Rack Once rails are attached to the chassis and the rack, you can install the server. Warning: Mounting the system into the rack requires at least two people to support the chassis during installation.

  • Page 28: Removing The Chassis From The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Removing the Chassis from the Rack Caution! It is dangerous for a single person to off-load the heavy chassis from the rack without assistance. Be sure to have sufficient assistance supporting the chassis when removing it from the rack.

  • Page 29: Chapter 3 Maintenance And Component Installation

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation This chapter provides instructions on installing and replacing main system components. To prevent compatibility issues, only use components that match the specifications and/or part numbers given. Installation or replacement of most components require that power first be removed from the system.

  • Page 30: Accessing The System

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.2 Accessing the System The chassis features a removable top cover for access to the internal components. Removing the Top Cover 1. Remove the two screws from the sides of the chassis cover. 2. Press both release tabs at the same time to unlock the cover. 3.

  • Page 31: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    • Thermal grease is pre-applied on new heatsinks. No additional thermal grease is needed. • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on processor support. • Graphics in this manual are for illustration only. Your components may look different.

  • Page 32: The Processor Carrier Assembly

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation The Processor Carrier Assembly The processor carrier assembly is comprised of the processor and the processor carrier. 1. Hold the processor with the land grid array (LGA, gold contacts) facing down. Locate the gold triangle at the corner of the processor and the corresponding hollowed triangle on the processor carrier as shown below.
  • Page 33 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3. Locate the lever on the carrier and, if necessary, press it down as shown below. Lever 4. Align the CPU keys on the processor (A & B) with those on the carrier (a & b) as shown below.

  • Page 34: The Processor Heatsink Module (Phm)

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation The Processor Heatsink Module (PHM) After creating the processor carrier assembly, mount the heatsink onto the carrier assembly to form the processor heatsink module (PHM). Note: If this is a new heatsink, the thermal grease has been pre-applied. Otherwise, apply the proper amount of thermal grease to the underside of the heatsink.

  • Page 35: Installing The Phm Into The Cpu Socket

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing the PHM into the CPU Socket 1. Remove the plastic protective cover from the CPU socket. Gently squeeze the grip tabs then pull the cover off. CPU Socket with Plastic Protective Cover Grip Tabs...
  • Page 36 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 2. Locate four threaded fasteners (a, b, c, d) on the CPU socket. CPU Socket Threaded Fastener (a, b, c, d: Threaded Fasteners) CPU Socket Pin1 3. Locate four PEEK nuts (A, B, C, D) and four rotating wires (1, 2, 3, 4) on the heatsink as shown below.
  • Page 37 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 5. Align nut A (next to the triangles and pin 1) on the heatsink with threaded fastener "a" on the CPU socket. Also align nuts B, C, D on the heatsink with threaded fasteners b, c, d on the CPU socket.

  • Page 38: Removing The Phm From The Cpu Socket

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing the PHM from the CPU Socket Be sure the system is shut down and all AC power cords are unplugged. 1. Use a t30-bit screwdriver to loosen the four PEEK nuts on the heatsink in the sequence of A, B, C, and D.

  • Page 39: Removing The Processor Carrier Assembly From The Phm

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing the Processor Carrier Assembly from the PHM Detach the four plastic clips (a, b, c, d) on the processor carrier assembly from the four corners of the heatsink (A, B, C, D) as shown below, and lift off the processor carrier assembly. Processor Carrier Assembly Pin1 Pin1...

  • Page 40: Removing The Processor From The Carrier Assembly

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing the Processor from the Carrier Assembly Unlock the lever from its locked position and push it upwards to disengage the processor from the carrier as shown below right. Carefully remove the processor from the carrier. Processor Carrier Assembly Lever Note: Handle the processor with care to avoid damage.

  • Page 41: Memory

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.4 Memory Memory Support The X12SPi-TF supports up to 2048GB of ECC RDIMM/LRDIMM/LRDIMM 3DS with speeds up to 3200MHz in eight slots. For validated memory, use our Product Resources page. DDR4 Memory Support for Processors Speed (MT/s) DIMM Capacity (GB) One Slot...
  • Page 42 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation USB4/5 (3.0) X550 USB 0/1 LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN MH15 MH16 Figure 3-3. Memory Slots M.2-H BAR CODE MAC CODE X12SPi-TF IPMI CODE SAN MAC REV: 2.00 JPWR1 DESIGNED IN USA JPWR2 BIOS LICENSE JRK1 ANB FANA FAN4 FAN3...

  • Page 43: Memory Population Guidelines

    Balance memory. Using unbalanced memory topology, such as populating two DIMMs in one channel while populating one DIMM in another channel, reduces performance. It is not recommended for Supermicro systems. • For MM, NM/FM ratio is between 1:4 and 1:16. The capacity not used for FM can be used for AD.

  • Page 44: Installing Memory

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing Memory ESD Precautions Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents including memory modules. To avoid damaging DIMM modules, it is important to handle them carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient. • Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.

  • Page 45: Motherboard Battery

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.5 Motherboard Battery The motherboard uses non-volatile memory to retain system information when system power is removed. This memory is powered by a lithium battery residing on the motherboard. Replacing the Battery Begin by removing power from the system.

  • Page 46: Storage Drives

    The drives are mounted in toolless drive carriers that simplify their removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airflow. Note: Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers. For information on recommended HDDs, visit the Supermicro website product pages at www.supermicro.com/products.
  • Page 47 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing a Drive 1. Remove the dummy drive, which comes pre-installed in the drive carrier, by removing the screws securing the dummy drive to the carrier. These screws are not used to mount the actual drive. Dummy Drive Hard Drive Carrier...

  • Page 48: System Cooling

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.7 System Cooling Three 8-cm heavy duty fans provide the cooling for the system. Fan speed is controlled by system temperature using the BMC. If a fan fails, the remaining fans will ramp up to full speed and the system will continue to operate.

  • Page 49: Installing The Air Shrouds

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing the Air Shrouds Air shrouds concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. They do not require screws to install. Installing the Standard Air Shrouds • Position the air shrouds as illustrated in the figure below, sliding the front over the edge of the fan tray.

  • Page 50: Power Supply

    • Solid Amber: When illuminated, indicates that the power supply is plugged in, and is in an abnormal state. The system might need service. Please contact Supermicro technical support. Changing the Power Supply Module: 1. Unplug the AC cord from the module to be replaced.
  • Page 51 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Release Tab Figure 3-10. Replacing the Power Supply...

  • Page 52: Pci Expansion Cards

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.9 PCI Expansion Cards The system accepts up to four PCIe expansion cards. Figure 3-13. Expansion Slots Expansion Card Chassis Slots Item Description Not available—filled by SAS controller card (PCIe 4.0 x8 slot) PCIe 4.0 x8 in a x16 slot: low profile, full-length PCIe 4.0 x16 slot: low profile, full-length PCIe 4.0 x16 slot: low profile, full-length PCIe 4.0 x8 slot: low profile, full-length...

  • Page 53: Cable Routing Diagram

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.10 Cable Routing Diagram Use this section to route or reroute cables. Proper routing is important to maintain airflow through the system. Cable part numbers and descriptions are available at the Online Cable Matrix. Optional SATA Cable SAS Cable Backplane Power Cable...

  • Page 54: Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections This section describes the jumpers, connections and LEDs on the motherboard and provides pinout definitions. Some connections might not be used in this system. A motherboard layout indicating component locations may be found in Chapter 1.

  • Page 55: Power Connections

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.2 Power Connections Two power connections supply the motherboard and several more supply for onboard devices. Main Power Connector The 24-pin power supply connector (JPWR3) meets the ATX SSI EPS 12V specification. You must also connect the 8-pin (JPWR1) and 4-pin (JPWR2) processor power connector to the power supply.
  • Page 56 The JTPM1 header is used to connect a Trusted Platform Module (TPM)/Port 80, which is available from Supermicro. A TPM/Port 80 connector is a security device that supports encryption and authentication in hard drives. It allows the motherboard to deny access if the TPM associated with the storage drive is not installed in the system.
  • Page 57 Chassis Intrusion Pin Definitions Pins Definition Intrusion Input Ground NVMe I C Header Connector JNVI C1 is a management header for the Supermicro AOC NVMe PCIe peripheral cards. Please connect the I C cable to this connector.
  • Page 58 (sideband) connection between the onboard Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) and a Network Interface Controller (NIC). Use a NIC add-on card that supports NC- SI and a special cable. Please contact Supermicro at www.supermicro.com to purchase the cable for this header.

  • Page 59: Control Panel

    DOM power. For more information on the SATA HostRAID configuration, refer to the Intel SATA HostRAID user's guide posted at http://www.supermicro.com. NVM Express Header One connector is located at NVME0/1 to support two PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe connections. This connector provides high-speed and low-latency connections directly from the CPU to NVMe Solid State (SSD) drives.
  • Page 60 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Reset Button The Reset Button connection is located on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to a hardware reset switch on the computer case. Reset Button Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin# Definition Reset Ground Power Fail LED The Power Fail LED connection is located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1.
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections HDD LED/UID Switch The HDD LED/UID Switch connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach a cable to Pin 14 to show hard drive activity status. Attach a cable to pin 13 to use UID switch. HDD LED Pin Definitions (JF1) Pin#...

  • Page 62: Jumpers

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.4 Jumpers Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers are used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function associated with it. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the motherboard layout page for jumper locations.

  • Page 63: Led Indicators

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.5 LED Indicators Network LAN LEDs The Ethernet ports each have two LEDs. One LED indicates activity when flashing green. The other may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection. LAN Link LED Color Definition No Connection or 100Mb/s...

  • Page 64: Chapter 5 Software

    If you will be using RAID, you must configure RAID settings before installing the Windows OS and the RAID driver. Refer to the RAID Configuration User Guides posted on our website at www.supermicro.com/support/manuals. Installing the OS 1. Create a method to access the MS Windows installation ISO file. That might be a DVD, perhaps using an external USB/SATA DVD drive, or a USB flash drive, or the IPMI KVM console.
  • Page 65 Chapter 5: Software 3. During Windows Setup, continue to the dialog where you select the drives on which to install Windows. If the disk you want to use is not listed, click on “Load driver” link at the bottom left corner. Figure 5-2.

  • Page 66: Driver Installation

    The Supermicro website contains drivers and utilities for your system at https://www. supermicro.com/wdl/driver. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the website, go into the CDR_Images (in the parent directory of the above link) and locate the ISO file for your motherboard. Download this file to to a USB flash drive or a DVD.

  • Page 67: Superdoctor ® 5

    5.3 SuperDoctor ® The Supermicro SuperDoctor 5 is a program that functions in a command-line or web-based interface for Windows and Linux operating systems. The program monitors such system health information as CPU temperature, system voltages, system power consumption, fan speed, and provides alerts via email or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

  • Page 68: Bmc

    There are several BIOS settings that are related to BMC. For general documentation and information on BMC, visit our website at: www.supermicro.com/en/solutions/management-software/bmc-resources BMC ADMIN User Password For security, each system is assigned a unique default BMC password for the ADMIN user.

  • Page 69: Chapter 6 Optional Components

    The system supports two hot-swap 2.5" SATA or NVMe drives, accessible from the chassis rear. 6.2 Storage Control Card and Cable(s) Supermicro offers storage controller cards for various data protection and drive RAID levels. Please refer to the product page for the latest cards and add-on options.

  • Page 70: Tpm Security Module

    It enables the motherboard to deny access if the TPM associated with the hard drive is not installed in the system. Details and installation procedures are at: http://www.supermicro.com/manuals/other/TPM.pdf. • AOM-TPM-9670V •...

  • Page 71: Intel Virtual Raid On Cpu (Vroc)

    Chapter 6: Optional Components 6.4 Intel Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) Intel Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel VROC) is an enterprise RAID solution for NVMe SSDs ® directly attached to Intel Xeon Scalable processors. Intel Volume Management Device (VMD) is an integrated controller inside the CPU PCI-E root complex. •...

  • Page 72: Additional Information

    Chapter 6: Optional Components Additional Information Additional information is available on the product page for the Supermicro add-on card and the linked manuals. www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/addon/AOC-VROCxxxMOD.cfm Hardware Key The Intel VROC hardware key is a license key that detects the Intel VROC SKU and activates the function accordingly.

  • Page 73: Configuring Nvme Raid Manually

    Chapter 6: Optional Components Configuring NVMe RAID Manually RAID for NVMe SSDs is enabled by default when Intel VROC Raid Key is populated. It may be managed manually through the UEFI BIOS. 1. Reboot the server and press [DEL] key to access the BIOS options. 2.
  • Page 74 Chapter 6: Optional Components Figure 6-3. BIOS, Manual Mode (Example—your server may look different.) 3. Select the desired PStack# to Enable or Disable the corresponding Intel VMD controller Figure 6-4. BIOS, Enabling VMD for Pstack0...
  • Page 75 Chapter 6: Optional Components 4. Select the desired PCIe slot to Enable or Disable Intel VMD functionality according to the current hardware configuration being used. Hot Plug Capability can also be Enabled or Disabled. Figure 6-5. BIOS, Enabling VMD Functionality per Slot 5.
  • Page 76 Chapter 6: Optional Components Figure 6-7. BIOS, Enabling CPU2 Example 6. Press [F4] to save the configuration and reboot the system and press [DEL] to enter BIOS. Note: Disabling the VMD controller without first deleting the associated existing RAID volume can lead to unexpected behavior. This action is strongly not recommended. Note: The effects of physically changing or swapping a CPU on the VMD controller enablement has not yet been thoroughly tested or documented.
  • Page 77 Chapter 6: Optional Components 10. If cross-controller RAID is required, select Enable RAID spanned over VMD Controller. Figure 6-8. Created Volume without Figure 6-9. Created Volume with enabling RAID spanned over VMD enabling RAID spanned over VMD controller controller 11. Select specific disks for RAID with an [X]. •...

  • Page 78: Status Indications

    Chapter 6: Optional Components Status Indications An LED indicator on the drive carrier shows the RAID status of the drive. Drive Carrier Status LED Indicator Status State (red) Normal function Locating 4 Hz blink Fault Solid on Rebuilding 1 Hz Blink IBPI SFF 8489 Defined Status LED States Hot Swap Drives Intel VMD enables hot-plug and hot-unplug for NVMe SSDs, whether from Intel or other...

  • Page 79: Chapter 7 Troubleshooting And Support

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting and Support 7.1 Information Resources Website A great deal of information is available on the Supermicro website, supermicro.com. Menu Icon' Figure 7-1. Supermicro Website Click the menu icon, the three bars in the upper right corner, then select: •...

  • Page 80: Bmc Interface

    Security Center for recent security notices Supermicro Phone and Addresses 7.2 BMC Interface The system supports a Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) interface. It provides remote access, monitoring and management. There are several BIOS settings related to the BMC.

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting Procedures

    Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support 7.3 Troubleshooting Procedures Use the following procedures to troubleshoot your system. If you have followed all of the procedures below and still need assistance, refer to the Technical Support Procedures Returning Merchandise for Service sections in this chapter. Power down the system before changing any non hot-swap hardware components.

  • Page 82: No Video

    • Memory: Make sure that the memory modules are supported. Refer to the product page on our website at www.supermicro.com. Test the modules using memtest86 or a similar utility. • Storage drives: Make sure that all drives work properly. Replace if necessary.
  • Page 83 Also check the Control panel Overheat LED. • Adequate power supply: Make sure that the power supply provides adequate power to the system. Make sure that all power connectors are connected. Refer to the Supermicro website for the minimum power requirements. •...

  • Page 84: Crash Dump Using The Bmc Dashboard

    In the event of a processor internal error (IERR) that crashes your system, you may want to provide information to support staff. You can download a crash dump of status information using the BMC Dashboard. The BMC manual is available at https://www.supermicro.com/ manuals/other/BMC_Users_Guide_X12_H12.pdf. Check Error Log 1.

  • Page 85: Cmos Clear

    Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support 7.5 CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS, which will also clear any passwords. Instead of pins, this jumper consists of contact pads to prevent accidentally clearing the contents of CMOS. To Clear CMOS 1.

  • Page 86: Where To Get Replacement Components

    7.7 Where to Get Replacement Components If you need replacement parts for your system, to ensure the highest level of professional service and technical support, purchase exclusively from our Supermicro Authorized Distributors/System Integrators/Resellers. A list can be found at: http://www.supermicro.com.

  • Page 87: Vendor Support Filing System

    For issues related to Red Hat Enterprise Linux, since it is a subscription based OS, contact your account representative. 7.9 Feedback Supermicro values your feedback as we strive to improve our customer experience in all facets of our business. To provide feedback on our manuals, please email us at documentfeedback@...

  • Page 88: Contacting Supermicro

    Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support 7.10 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) Website: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.

  • Page 89: Appendix A Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems

    Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis. These warnings may also be found on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/about/...
  • Page 90 Appendix A: Warning Statements 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. Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweisen, die zusammen mit diesem Gerät ausgeliefert wurden.
  • Page 91 Appendix A: Warning Statements . ٌ ‫ا ك ً ف حالة و ٌ يك أى تتسبب ف اصابة جسذ ة ٌ هذا الزهز ع ٌ خطز !تحذ ز‬ ‫قبل أى تعول عىل أي هعذات،يك عىل علن بالوخاطز ال ا ٌجوة عي الذوائز‬ ٍ...
  • Page 92 Appendix A: Warning Statements 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. Attention Avant de brancher le système sur la source d'alimentation, consulter les directives d'installation. .‫יש...
  • Page 93 Appendix A: Warning Statements Warnung Dieses Produkt ist darauf angewiesen, dass im Gebäude ein Kurzschluss- bzw. Überstromschutz installiert ist. Stellen Sie sicher, dass der Nennwert der Schutzvorrichtung nicht mehr als: 250 V, 20 A beträgt. ¡Advertencia! Este equipo utiliza el sistema de protección contra cortocircuitos (o sobrecorrientes) del edificio.
  • Page 94 Appendix A: Warning Statements Power Disconnection Warning Warning! The system must be disconnected from all sources of power and the power cord removed from the power supply module(s) before accessing the chassis interior to install or remove system components. 電源切断の警告 システムコンポーネントの取り付けまたは取り外しのために、...
  • Page 95 Appendix A: Warning Statements ‫אזהרה מפני ניתוק חשמלי‬ ‫!אזהרה‬ ‫יש לנתק את המערכת מכל מקורות החשמל ויש להסיר את כבל החשמלי מהספק‬ ‫.לפני גישה לחלק הפנימי של המארז לצורך התקנת או הסרת רכיבים‬ ‫يجب فصم اننظاو من جميع مصادر انطاقت وإ ز انت سهك انكهرباء من وحدة امداد‬ ‫انطاقت...
  • Page 96 Appendix A: Warning Statements 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 97 Appendix A: Warning Statements 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. (This warning does not apply to workstations). アクセス制限区域...
  • Page 98 Appendix A: Warning Statements ‫אזור עם גישה מוגבלת‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫יש להתקין את היחידה באזורים שיש בהם הגבלת גישה. הגישה ניתנת בעזרת‬ (.‫'כלי אבטחה בלבד (מפתח, מנעול וכד‬ . ‫تخصيص هذه انىحذة نترك ب ُ ها ف مناطق محظورة تم‬ ‫، م َ كن انىصىل إن منطقت محظورة فقط من خالل استخذاو أداة خاصت‬ ‫أو...
  • Page 99 Appendix A: Warning Statements 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 100 Appendix A: Warning Statements Redundant Power Supplies Warning! This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connec- tions 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 101 Appendix A: Warning Statements ‫אם קיים יותר מספק אחד‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫ליחדה יש יותר מחיבור אחד של ספק. יש להסיר את כל החיבורים על מנת לרוקן‬ .‫את היחידה‬ . ‫قد يكون لهذا الجهاز عدة اتصاالت بوحدات امداد الطاقة‬ ‫يجب إ ز الة كافة االتصاالت لعسل الوحدة عن الكهرباء‬ 경고! 이...
  • Page 102 Appendix A: Warning Statements Warnung Wenn das System in Betrieb ist, treten auf der Rückwandplatine gefährliche Spannungen oder Energien auf. Vorsicht bei der Wartung. ¡Advertencia! Cuando el sistema está en funcionamiento, el voltaje del plano trasero es peligroso. Tenga cuidado cuando lo revise. Attention Lorsque le système est en fonctionnement, des tensions électriques circulent sur le fond de panier.
  • Page 103 Appendix A: Warning Statements Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes Warning! Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. 地方および国の電気規格に準拠 機器の取り付けはその地方および国の電気規格に準拠する必要があります。 警告 设备安装必须符合本地与本国电气法规。 警告 設備安裝必須符合本地與本國電氣法規。 Warnung Die Installation der Geräte muss den Sicherheitsstandards entsprechen. ¡Advertencia! La instalacion del equipo debe cumplir con las normas de electricidad locales y nacionales.
  • Page 104 Appendix A: Warning Statements Product Disposal Warning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. 製品の廃棄 この製品を廃棄処分する場合、 国の関係する全ての法律 ・ 条例に従い処理する必要があります。 警告 本产品的废弃处理应根据所有国家的法律和规章进行。 警告 本產品的廢棄處理應根據所有國家的法律和規章進行。 Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen.
  • Page 105 Appendix A: Warning Statements Hot Swap Fan Warning Warning! Hazardous moving parts. Keep away from moving fan blades. The fans might still be turning when you remove the fan assembly from the chassis. Keep fingers, screwdrivers, and other objects away from the openings in the fan assembly's housing. ファン...
  • Page 106 Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL or CSA -certified cables (that have UL/CSA shown on the cord) for any other electrical devices than products designated by Supermicro only. 電源コードとACアダプター...
  • Page 107 Verbindungskabeln, Stromkabeln und/oder Adapater, die Ihre örtlichen Sicherheitsstandards einhalten. Der Gebrauch von anderen Kabeln und Adapter können Fehlfunktionen oder Feuer verursachen. Die Richtlinien untersagen das Nutzen von UL oder CAS zertifizierten Kabeln (mit UL/CSA gekennzeichnet), an Geräten oder Produkten die nicht mit Supermicro gekennzeichnet sind. ¡Advertencia! Cuando instale el producto, utilice la conexión provista o designada o procure cables, Cables...
  • Page 108 ‫.قيرح وأ لطع يف ببستي دق ىرخأ تالوحمو تالباك يأ مادختسا .ميلسلا سباقلاو لصوملا مجح‬ ‫ لبق نم ةدمتعملا تالباكلا مادختسا تادعملاو ةيئابرهكلا ةزهجألل ةمالسلا نوناق رظحي‬UL ‫ وأ‬CSA ‫( ةمالع لمحت يتلاو‬UL/CSA) ‫ لبق نم ةددحملاو ةينعملا تاجتنملا ريغ ىرخأ تادعم يأ عم‬Supermicro. 전원 케이블 및 AC 어댑터...

  • Page 109: Appendix B System Specifications

    Appendix B: System Specifications Appendix B System Specifications Processors 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable processors in a P+ (LGA-4189) socket with up to 40 cores and a thermal design power (TDP) of up to 270W Chipset Intel PCH C621A BIOS 256Mb AMI BIOS SPI Flash Memory Up to 2TB of ECC RDIMM/LRDIMM/LRDIMM 3DS with speeds up to 3200MHz in eight slots;...
  • Page 110 Appendix B: System Specifications Certified Safety Models Compliant with UL or CSA: 826-R8X12, 826-8 Regulatory Compliance FCC, ICES, CE, VCCI, RCM, UKCA, NRTL, CB Applied Directives, Standards EMC/EMI: 2014/30/EU (EMC Directive) Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 FCC Part 15 ICES-003 VCCI-CISPR 32 AS/NZS CISPR 32 BS/EN55032 BS/EN55035...

  • Page 111: Bsmi Compliance

    Appendix B: System Specifications BSMI Compliance 限 限 用 用 物 物 質 質 含 含 有 有 情 情 況 況 標 標 示 示 聲 聲 明 明 書 書 Declaration of the Presence Condition of the Restricted Substances Marking 設備名稱：伺服器/ Server Equipment name 826-R8X12...
  • Page 112 Appendix B: System Specifications 警告使用者 : 此為甲類資訊技術設備，於居住環境中使用時，可能會造成射頻擾動，在此種情況下， 使用者會被要求採取某些適當的對策。 輸入額定: 100-240V ~, 60-50Hz, 10-5A (x2) *使用者不能任意拆除或替換內部配備 *報驗義務人之姓名或名稱：美超微電腦股份有限公司 *報驗義務人之地址：新北市中和區建一路 150 號 3 樓...

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