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  • Page 1 UPER ® UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0...
  • Page 2 The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manual, or to notify any person or organization of the updates.
  • Page 3 Preface 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 7047R-TXRF server. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 7047R-TXRF is based on the SC747TQ-R1K28NBP 4U/Tower rackmount server chassis and the Super X9DRX+-F serverboard.
  • Page 4 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfiguring the serverboard. Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC747TQ-R1K28NBP 4U/Tower rackmount server chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing or reconfiguring SATA or peripheral drives and when replacing system power supply units and cooling fans.
  • Page 5 Preface Notes...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Serverboard Features ..................1-2 Processors ...................... 1-2 Memory ......................1-2 Serial ATA ....................... 1-2 PCI Expansion Slots ..................1-2 Rear I/O Ports ....................1-2 IPMI ......................... 1-2 Server Chassis Features ................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Installing Feet on the Chassis ..............2-10 Chapter 3 System Interface Overview ......................3-1 Control Panel Buttons ..................3-2 Power ......................3-2 Reset ....................... 3-2 Control Panel LEDs ..................3-2 HDD ......................... 3-2 NIC1 ........................ 3-3 NIC2 ........................ 3-3 Overheat/Fan Fail ...................
  • Page 8 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual 5-12 Installing Software ..................5-25 Supero Doctor III ................... 5-26 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup Static-Sensitive Devices .................. 6-2 Precautions ..................... 6-2 Control Panel ....................6-2 System Cooling ....................6-3 System Fan Failure ..................6-3 Replacing System Fans ..................

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The SuperServer 7047R-TXRF is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC747TQ-R1K28NBP 4U/Tower server chassis and the X9DRX+-F dual Intel Xeon processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the system (www.supermicro.com).

  • Page 10: Serverboard Features

    ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 7047R-TXRF lies the X9DRX+-F, a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel C602 chipset. Below are the main features of the X9DRX+-F. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).

  • Page 11: Server Chassis Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction hardware status remotely, receive an alarm automatically if a failure occurs, and power cycle a system that is non-responsive. Server Chassis Features The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC747TQ-R1K28NBP server chassis. System Power The SC747TQ-R1K28NBP chassis includes a 1280W high-efficiency, redundant (1+1) power supply consisting of two power supply modules.
  • Page 12 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Figure 1-1. Intel C602 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details. SLOT 10 (x4) SLOT 9 PCIE 2.0x8 Slot 11 SLOT 7 SLOT 6 SLOT 5 PCIE 3.0x8 CPU REAR Socket 2...

  • Page 13: Contacting Supermicro

    Chapter 1: Introduction Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands Tel:...
  • Page 14 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 System Setup

    Unpacking the System You should inspect the box the SuperServer 7047R-TXRF server was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage, you should file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.

  • Page 16: Preparing For Setup

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Preparing for Setup The box your server was shipped in may include two sets of rail assemblies, two rail mounting brackets and the mounting screws needed to install the system into the rack (optional parts). Please read this section in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure outlined in the sections that follow.

  • Page 17: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 2: Server Installation • Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack first, and then work up. • Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from power surges, voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a power failure.

  • Page 18: Reliable Ground

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Reliable Ground A reliable ground must be maintained at all times. To ensure this, the rack itself should be grounded. Particular attention should be given to power supply connec- tions other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of power strips, etc.).
  • Page 19 Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-1. Removing the Feet and Chassis Top Cover Chassis Cover Chassis Feet Chassis Cover Lock...

  • Page 20: Identifying The Sections Of The Rack Rails

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails The chassis package includes two rack rail assemblies in the rack mounting kit. Each assembly consists of two sections: an inner fixed chassis rail that secures directly to the server chassis and an outer fixed rack rail that secures directly to the rack itself.

  • Page 21: Installing The Outer Rails To The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-3. Installing the Inner Rack Rails Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack Installing the Outer Rails 1. Attach the rear bracket to the middle bracket. 2. Adjust both the brackets to the proper distance so that the rail fits snugly into the rack.

  • Page 22: Installing The Chassis Into A Rack

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Figure 2-5. Installing the Rack Rails Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing the Chassis 1. Confirm that chassis includes the inner rails and the outer rails. 2. Align the inner chassis rails with the front of the outer rack rails (C). 3.

  • Page 23: Tower Mounting Instructions

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Tower Mounting Instructions The SC747 chassis is shipped with the chassis cover and feet pre-installed. To use the chassis as a desktop server, no other installation is required. Use the instructions in this section if you have converted the chassis for rack use and need to return the chassis to tower mounting.

  • Page 24: Installing Feet On The Chassis

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Figure 2-7. Placing Chassis Feet Chassis Foot Receptacle Chassis Foot Chassis Screw Installing Feet on the Chassis Installing the Chassis Feet 1. Place the chassis foot in the foot receptacle and slide the foot toward the front of the chassis.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 System Interface

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

  • Page 26: Control Panel Buttons

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Control Panel Buttons There are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis. These are power on/off button and a reset button. Power The main power switch is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to the server system.

  • Page 27: Nic1

    Chapter 3: System Interface NIC1 Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing. NIC2 Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when flashing. Overheat/Fan Fail When this LED flashes it indicates a fan failure. When continuously on (not flashing) it indicates an overheat condition, which may be caused by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room temperature being too warm.

  • Page 28: Drive Carrier Leds

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Drive Carrier LEDs Each SAS/SATA drive carrier has two LEDs. • Green: Each drive carrier has a green LED. When illuminated, this green LED (on the front of the drive carrier) indicates drive activity. A connection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed.

  • Page 29: Chapter 4 System Safety

    Chapter 4: System Safety Chapter 4 System Safety Electrical Safety Precautions Note: power should always be disconnected before performing any service on the system. Basic electrical safety precautions shall be followed to protect yourself from harm and the server from damage: •...

  • Page 30: General Safety Precautions

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual • This product may be connected to an IT power system. In all cases, make sure that the unit is also reliably connected to Earth (ground). • Serverboard Battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 4-1).

  • Page 31: Esd Precautions

    Chapter 4: System Safety • Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are excellent metal conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present. •...

  • Page 32: Operating Precautions

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Operating Precautions Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the system is operating to ensure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Figure 4-1.

  • Page 33: Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X9DRX+-F serverboard into the chassis, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are also described. A layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter for your reference.

  • Page 34: Unpacking

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Unpacking The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid electrical static discharge. When unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected. Connecting Cables Several cables need to be connected from the chassis to the serverboard. These include the data cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables.

  • Page 35: I/O Ports

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Figure 5-1. Control Panel Header Pins Ground 3.3 V FP PWRLED HDD LED ID_UID_SW/3/3V Stby NIC1 Link LED NIC1 Activity LED NIC2 Activity LED NIC2 Link LED Blue+ (OH/Fan Fail/ Red+ (Blue LED Cathode) PWR FaiL/UID LED) Power Fail LED 3.3V Reset...

  • Page 36: Installing The Processor And Heatsink

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Installing the Processor and Heatsink When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Notes: • Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, re- moving or changing any hardware components.
  • Page 37 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 3. With the lever labeled 'Close 1st' fully retracted, gently push down on the 'Open 1st' lever to open the load plate. Lift the load plate to open it completely. Gently push 4. Using your thumb and the index down to pop the load plate finger, remove the 'WARNING'...
  • Page 38 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Warning: You can only install the CPU to the socket in one direction. Make sure that the CPU is properly inserted into the socket before closing the load plate. If it doesn't close properly, do not force it as it may damage your CPU.

  • Page 39: Installation And Removal Of The Heatsink

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installation and Removal of the Heatsink Installing the Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount has already been applied. Screw #1 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the retention mechanism.

  • Page 40: Installing Memory

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Installing Memory CAUTION! Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Installing Memory Modules 1. Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with P1-DIMM 1A. For best memory performance, please install memory modules of the same type and same speed on the memory slots as indicated on the tables below.

  • Page 41: Memory Support For The X9Drx+-F Serverboard

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Memory Support for the X9DRX+-F Serverboard The X9DRX+-F serverboard supports up to 512 GB of DDR3-1333/1066/800 RDIMM, LRDIMM or UDIMM ECC/non-ECC memory in 16 DIMM slots. See the following table for memory installation. For the latest memory updates, please refer to our website a at http://www.supermicro.com/products/serverboard.
  • Page 42 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual UDIMM Memory Support Ranks Per DIMM & Memory Capacity Data Width Per DIMM (Note) SRx8 Non-ECC DRx8 Non-ECC SRx16 512MB Non-ECC SRx8 ECC DRx8 ECC Note: 1Gb/2Gb/4Gb DRAMs are supported; however, only 2Gb and 4Gb DRAMs are validated. RDIMM Memory Support Ranks Per DIMM &...

  • Page 43: Adding Pci Add-On Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Adding PCI Add-On Cards The SuperServer 7047R-TXRF server can support four PCI-E Gen. 3.0 x8 expansion cards and one PCI-E Gen. 2.0 x4 (in x8) expansion card. Installing an Add-on Card 1. Locate the release tab on the top of the PCI slot bracket.

  • Page 44: Serverboard Details

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Serverboard Details Figure 5-8. X9DRX+-F Layout (not drawn to scale) COM1 USB2/3 LED3 USB0/1 CTRL BMC CTRL KB/MOUSE LAN2 LAN1 IPMI_LAN CPU2 CPU2 X9DRX+-F Rev. 1.01 BIOS JITP1 CPLD JITP2 JBAT1 CPU1 CPU1 FAN/PCH LED2 JOH1 Note: Jumpers not indicated are for test purposes only.
  • Page 45 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X9DRX+-F Jumpers Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 Clear CMOS See Section 5-9 C1/JI SMB to PCI-E Slots Off (Disabled) JPB1 BMC Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 GLAN1/GLAN2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPT1 TPM Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)

  • Page 46: Connector Definitions

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Connector Definitions Power Connections 24-pin Main Power Connector Pin Definitions A 24-pin main power supply connector(JPW1), Pin# Definition Pin # Definition two 8-pin CPU PWR connectors (JPW2/ +3.3V +3.3V JPW3) and a 4-pin PWR connector (JPW4) -12V +3.3V are provided on the serverboard.
  • Page 47 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup NIC1/NIC2 LED Indicators GLAN1/2 LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The NIC (Network Interface Controller) Pin# Definition LED connection for GLAN port 1 is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1, and NIC 2 LED the LED connection for GLAN Port 2 is on Pins 9 and 10.
  • Page 48 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both pins will power on/off Power Button the system. This button can also be Pin Definitions (JF1) configured to function as a suspend Pin# Definition button (with a setting in the BIOS - See...
  • Page 49 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup LAN Ports Pin Definition Pin# Definition P2V5SB SGND Ethernet Ports TD0+ Act LED Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1, TD0- P3V3SB LAN2) are located on the I/O backplane. TD1+ Link 100 LED (Yel- In addition, a dedicated IPMI LAN port low, +3V3SB) is located above the USB 0/1 ports on TD1-...
  • Page 50 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Fan Headers This serverboard has ten system/CPU/ PCH fan headers (Fan 1~Fan 8 Fan A, Fan Header Pin Definitions and Fan B) on the serverboard. Fans Pin# Definition 7/8 are CPU fans. All these 4-pin fans Ground headers are backward compatible +12V...
  • Page 51 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup TPM Header/Port 80 Header TPM/Port 80 Header Pin Definitions A Trusted Platform Module/Port 80 Pin # Definition Pin # Definition header is located at JTPM1 to provide LCLK TPM support and Port 80 connection. LFRAME# <(KEY)>...
  • Page 52 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual 3-SGPIO 1/2/3 Headers 3-SGPIO Pin Definitions Three SGPIO (Serial-Link General Pin# Definition Definition Purpose Input/Output) headers are located on the serverboard. These SATA_Data_ Ground headers support Serial_Link interface Out0 for onboard SATA connections. See Ground SATA Load the table on the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 53: Jumper Settings

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used Connector to choose between optional settings. Pins Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector.
  • Page 54 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual LAN1/2 Enable/Disable LAN1/2 Enable/Disable Change the setting of jumper JPL1 Jumper Settings to enable or disable the LAN1/LAN2 Jumper Setting Definition Ethernet ports on the serverboard. Pins 1-2 Enabled See the table on the right for jumper Pins 2-3 Disabled settings.

  • Page 55: 5-10 Onboard Indicators

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-10 Onboard Indicators Activity LED Link LED GLAN LEDs There are two GLAN ports on the serverboard. An additional IPMI Activity LED Link LED dedicated LAN port is also located Rear View (when facing above the USB 0/1 ports on the the rear side of the chassis) backpanel.

  • Page 56: 5-11 Sata Ports

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Unit Identification LED A rear UID LED indicator (LED3) is located next to the Unit Identifier (UID) switch on the back of the chassis. UID LED Status When the user pushes the rear UID Color/State OS Status switch, the rear UID LED (LED3) will Blue: On Windows OS...

  • Page 57: 5-12 Installing Software

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-12 Installing Software After the hardware has been installed, you should first install the operating system and then the drivers. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro CDs that came packaged with your serverboard. Figure 5-12.

  • Page 58: Supero Doctor Iii

    ERVER 7047R-TXRF 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 CD-ROM that came with your serverboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
  • Page 59 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Figure 5-14. Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloaded from our Web Site at: ftp://ftp. supermicro.com/utility/Supero_Doctor_III/. You can also download the SDIII User's Guide at: <http://www.supermicro.com/PRODUCT/Manuals/SDIII/UserGuide.pdf>.
  • Page 60 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Notes 5-28...

  • Page 61: Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the chassis. The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Phillips screwdriver. Print this page to use as a reference while setting up your chassis.

  • Page 62: Static-Sensitive Devices

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent damage to any printed circuit boards (PCBs), it is important to handle them very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from ESD damage: Precautions •...

  • Page 63: System Cooling

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup System Cooling Six heavy-duty fans provide cooling for the chassis. Four fans are located in the mid-section of the chassis with two fans in the rear. These fans circulate air through the chassis as a means of lowering the chassis internal temperature. The fans come pre-installed to the chassis.
  • Page 64 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Figure 6-3. Mid-System Chassis Fans Mid Fan Release Tab Figure 6-4. Rear System Chassis Fans Rear Fan Release...

  • Page 65: Power Supply

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Power Supply The SC747 chassis has a 1280W (redundant) power supply. This power supply is auto-switching capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage. An amber light will be illuminated on the power supply when the power is off.

  • Page 66: Power Supply Connections

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Figure 6-5. Power Supply Release Button Release Button Power Supply Connections Connect each of the following cables, as required, by your serverboard manufacturer. In some instances, some cables may not need to be connected. Some cables may not be available with your model.

  • Page 67: Configuring The Storage Module

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Configuring the Storage Module This section covers configuring the storage module in the SC747 chassis. Figure 6-6. Chassis in Rack Mount Mode Storage Module Figure 6-7. Chassis in Tower Mode Storage Module Tower or Rack Configuration The SC747 chassis is shipped in tower mode and can be immediately used as desktop server.

  • Page 68: Rotating The Storage Module

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Rotating the Storage Module Use the procedure below to rotate the storage module for rack configurations. Figure 6-8. Removing the Storage Module Storage Module Storage Module Release Lever Rotating the Storage Module for Rack Mounting 1.

  • Page 69: Installing Drives In The Storage Module

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 5. Turn the storage module 90 degrees (as illustrated). 6. Reinsert the module into the chassis and reconnect the cords. Installing Drives in the Storage Module The storage module (Figure 6-9) includes three full sized drive bays and the front LED panel.

  • Page 70: Removing A Drive Carrier

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Removing a Drive Carrier Use the procedure below to add hard drives to the drive carriers. Adding Hard Drives to the Drive Carriers 1. Open the chassis cover. 2. Locate the drive tray release tab for the slot you want to place the peripheral drive (see Figure 6-10).
  • Page 71 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 4. Place the hard drive to the hard drive tray. Make sure The hard drive can be SAS or SATA depending on your serverboard. The hard drive may not completely fill the tray. See Figure 6-11 for details. 5.

  • Page 72: Adding Peripheral Drives

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Adding Peripheral Drives You can add up to three peripheral drives (DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, floppy drive, etc.) to the drive trays using the procedure below. Adding Peripheral Drives 1. Open the chassis cover. 2. Locate the drive tray release tab for the slot you want to place the peripheral drive.

  • Page 73: Installing Hard Drives In The Chassis

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing Hard Drives in the Chassis Chassis hard drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airflow for the drive bays. Installing Hard Drives 1.
  • Page 74 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual 5. Place a hard drive in the drive tray (see Figure 6-14). 6. Secure the hard drive to the tray using four screws. Figure 6-14. Removing a Dummy Drive Tray Drive Tray SAS/SATA Hard Drive 7.

  • Page 75: Chapter 7 Bios

    Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup utility for the X9DRX+-F. It also provides the instructions on how to navigate the AMI BIOS Setup utility screens. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. Starting BIOS Setup Utility To enter the AMI BIOS Setup utility screens, press the <Del>...

  • Page 76: How To Change The Configuration Data

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual How To Change the Configuration Data The configuration data that determines the system parameters may be changed by entering the AMI BIOS Setup utility. This Setup utility can be accessed by pressing <F2> at the appropriate time during system boot. Note: For AMI UEFI BIOS Recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Re- covery User Guide posted @http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
  • Page 77 Chapter 7: BIOS The AMI BIOS main menu displays the following information: System Date This item displays the system date in Day MM/DD/YY format (e.g. Wed 10/12/2011). System Time This item displays the system time in HH:MM:SS format (e.g. 15:32:52). Supermicro X9DRX+-F Version This item displays the SMC version of the BIOS ROM used in this system.

  • Page 78: Advanced Setup Configurations

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Advanced Setup and press <Enter> to access the following submenu items. Boot Features Quiet Boot This feature allows the user to select bootup screen display between POST mes- sages and the OEM logo.
  • Page 79 Chapter 7: BIOS Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Enabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture" Interrupt 19 at bootup and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks.
  • Page 80 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual • CPU Stepping • Maximum CPU Speed • Minimum CPU Speed • Processor Cores • Intel HT (Hyper-Threading) Technology • Intel VT-x Technology • Intel SMX Technology • L1 Data Cache • L1 Code Cache •...
  • Page 81 Chapter 7: BIOS Limit CPUID Maximum This feature allows the user to set the maximum CPU ID value. Enable this function to boot the legacy operating systems that cannot support processors with extended CPUID functions. The options are Enabled and Disabled (for the Windows OS). Execute-Disable Bit (Available if supported by the OS &...
  • Page 82 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Intel® Virtualization Technology (Available when supported by the CPU) Select Enabled to support Intel Virtualization Technology, which will allow one platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent parti- tions, creating multiple "virtual" systems in one physical computer. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 83 Chapter 7: BIOS CPU C6 Report (Available when Power Technology is set to Custom) Select Enabled to allow the BIOS to report the CPU C6 State (ACPI C3) to the operating system. During the CPU C6 State, the power to all cache is turned off.
  • Page 84 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Short Duration Power Limit This item displays the time period during which short duration power is main- tained. Chipset Configuration North Bridge This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel North Bridge. Integrated IO Configuration Intel VT-d Select Enabled to enable Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O...
  • Page 85 Chapter 7: BIOS CPU1 Slot 1 PCI-E 3.0 x8 Link Speed This feature allows the user to set the PCI-Exp bus speed for the slot specified above. The options are Gen1 (Generation 1), Gen2 and Gen3. CPU1 Slot 2 PCI-E 3.0 x8 Link Speed This feature allows the user to set the PCI-Exp bus speed for the slot specified above.
  • Page 86 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual DIMM Configuration This section displays the following DIMM information. Current Memory Mode This item displays the current memory mode. Current Memory Speed This item displays the current memory speed. Mirroring This item displays if memory mirroring is supported by the motherboard. Memory mirroring creates a duplicate copy of the data stored in the memory to enhance data security.
  • Page 87 Chapter 7: BIOS Channel Interleaving This feature selects from the different channel interleaving methods. The options are Auto, 1 Way, 2 Way, 3, Way, and 4 Way. Rank Interleaving This feature allows the user to select a rank memory interleaving method. The options are Auto, 1 Way, 2 Way, 4, Way, and 8 Way.
  • Page 88 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual South Bridge Configuration This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel PCH chip. PCH Information This feature displays the following PCH information. Name: This item displays the name of the PCH chip. Stepping: This item displays the status of the PCH stepping.
  • Page 89 Chapter 7: BIOS SATA Configuration When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of IDE or SATA devices and displays the following items. SATA Port0~SATA Port5: The AMI BIOS displays the status of each SATA port as detected by the BIOS.
  • Page 90 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual RAID Mode The following items are displayed when RAID Mode is selected: Port 0~5 Hot Plug Select Enabled to enable hot-plug support for the particular port. The options are Enabled and Disabled. SCU (Storage Control Unit) Configuration Storage Controller Unit Select Enabled to enable PCH SCU storage devices.
  • Page 91 Chapter 7: BIOS SERR# Generation Select Enabled to allow a PCI device to generate an SERR number for a PCI Bus Signal Error Event. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Maximum Payload Select Auto to allow the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum payload value for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance.
  • Page 92 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Load Onboard SAS Option ROM Select Enabled to use the SAS Option ROM to boot the computer using a network device. The options are Enabled and Disabled. VGA Priority This feature allows the user to select the graphics adapter to be used as the primary boot device.
  • Page 93 Chapter 7: BIOS Device Settings This item displays the settings of Serial Port 2. Change Settings Use this feature to set the optimal Environment Control Interface (PECI) setting for a serial port specified. The default setting is Auto, which will allow the AMI BIOS to automatically select the best setting for the PECI platform.
  • Page 94 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Bits Per second Use this feature to set the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirection. Make sure that the same speed is used in the host computer and the client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines.
  • Page 95 Chapter 7: BIOS Legacy OS Redirection Resolution Use this feature to select the number of rows and columns used in Console Redirection for legacy OS support. The options are 80x24 and 80x25. Putty KeyPad This feature selects Function Keys and KeyPad settings for Putty, which is a terminal emulator designed for the Windows OS.
  • Page 96 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Flow Control This feature allows the user to set the flow control for Console Redirection to prevent data loss caused by buffer overflow. Send a "Stop" signal to stop send- ing data when the receiving buffer is full. Send a "Start" signal to start sending data when the receiving buffer is empty.
  • Page 97 Chapter 7: BIOS Pending Operation: This item displays the status of a pending operation. Current Status Information: This item displays the information regarding the current TPM status. TPM Enable Status This item displays the status of TPM Support to indicate if TPM is currently enabled or disabled.
  • Page 98 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Intel ME Subsystem Configuration This feature displays the following ME Subsystem Configuration settings. • ME BIOS Interface Version • ME Version iSCSI Configuration: This item displays iSCSI configuration information: iSCSI Initiator Name: This item displays the name of the iSCSI Initiator, which is a unique name used in the world.

  • Page 99: Event Logs

    Chapter 7: BIOS • Factory MAC Address • Alternate MAC Address Event Logs Use this feature to configure Event Log settings. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings  This feature allows the user to configure SMBIOS Event settings. Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Logging during system boot.
  • Page 100 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual PCI Error Logging Support Select Enabled to support error event logging for PCI slots. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Erasing Settings Erase Event Log Select Enabled to erase the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Log, which is completed before a event logging is initialized upon system reboot.

  • Page 101: Ipmi

    Chapter 7: BIOS IPMI Use this feature to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. IPMI Firmware Revision This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. IPMI Status This item indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system. System Event Log ...
  • Page 102 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual When SEL is Full This feature allows the user to decide what the BIOS should do when the system event log is full. Select Erase Immediately to erase all events in the log when the system event log is full.

  • Page 103: Boot

    Chapter 7: BIOS Gateway IP Address This item displays the Gateway IP address for this computer. This should be in decimal and in dotted quad form (i.e., 192.168.10.253). Boot This submenu allows the user to configure the following boot settings for the system.

  • Page 104: Security

    UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Security This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. Administrator Password Use this feature to set the Administrator Password which is required to enter the BIOS setup utility. The length of the password should be from 3 characters to 8 characters long.

  • Page 105: Save & Exit

    Chapter 7: BIOS Save & Exit This submenu allows the user to configure the Save and Exit settings for the system. Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer. Select Discard Changes and Exit, and press <Enter>.
  • Page 106 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Discard Changes Select this feature and press <Enter> to discard all the changes and return to the BIOS setup. When the dialog box appears, asking you if you want to load previ- ous values, click Yes to load the values previous saved, or click No to keep the changes you've made so far.

  • Page 107: Appendix A Bios Error Beep Codes

    Appendix A: BIOS POST Error Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process.
  • Page 108 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 109: Appendix B System Specifications

    Appendix B: System Specifications Appendix B System Specifications Processors Two E5-2600 Series processors in LGA 2011 sockets Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel C602 chipset BIOS 128 Mb AMIBIOS® SPI Flash ROM Memory Capacity Sixteen DIMM slots that can support up to 512 GB of DDR3-1333/1066/800 RDIMM, LRDIMM or UDIMM ECC/non-ECC memory...
  • Page 110 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Chassis SC747TQ-R1K28NBP (4U/Tower rackmount) Dimensions: (WxHxD) 11.8 x 7 x 29.4 in. (452 x 178 x 746 mm) Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 76 lbs. (34.5 kg.) System Cooling Four 9.2x3.8-cm and two 3.8-cm cooling fans (fan speed controlled by IPMI) System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100 - 240V AC auto-range Rated Input Current: 12-8A (100-140 V);...
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  • Page 112 UPER ERVER 7047R-TXRF User's Manual Notes (continued from front) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency com- munication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

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