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  • Page 1 SuperServer ® 5038MD-H8TRF USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0...
  • 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 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 5038MD-H8TRF. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. Please refer to the 5038MD-H8TRF server specifications page on our website for updates on supported memory, processors and operating systems (http://www.supermicro.com).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Preface Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview ..........................8 1.2 Unpacking the System ......................8 1.3 System Features ........................9 1.4 Chassis Features .......................10 Control Panel ........................10 Front Features ........................11 Rear Features ........................11 1.5 Motherboard Layout ......................13 Motherboard Jumpers, Connectors, and LEDs ..............14 Chapter 2 Installation in a Rack 2.1 Preparing for Setup ......................16 Choosing a Setup Location ....................16...
  • Page 5 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation 3.1 Removing Power ........................26 3.2 Accessing the System ......................27 Top Cover ..........................27 Nodes ..........................28 Connecting to a Node .......................30 3.3 Motherboard Components ....................31 Memory Installation ......................31 Memory Support ......................31 DIMM Module Population Configuration ................31 DIMM Module Population Sequence ................32...
  • Page 6 Preface Chapter 5 Software 5.1 OS Installation ........................52 Installing the Windows OS for a RAID System ..............52 Installing Windows to a Non-RAID System ..............52 5.2 Driver Installation ........................53 5.3 SuperDoctor 5 ........................54 ® Chapter 6 BIOS 6.1 Introduction .........................55 Starting BIOS Setup Utility ....................55 6.2 Main Setup .........................56 6.3 Advanced Setup Configurations ..................57 6.4 Event Logs .........................77...
  • Page 7 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Website: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview The SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF is a MicroCloud server system in the SC938BH-R1K68B 3U chassis, featuring eight separate computing nodes each containing an X10SDD-F motherboard. In addition to the motherboards and chassis, several included parts are listed below.

  • Page 9: System Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3 System Features The following table provides you with an overview of the main features of the 5038MD-H8TRF. Refer to Appendix D for additional specifications. System Features Motherboard (each node sled) X10SDD-F Chassis SC938BH-R1K68B with eight distinct computing nodes CPU (each motherboard) Intel Xeon D, Pentium in a System-on-a-Chip (SoC).

  • Page 10: Chassis Features

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 1.4 Chassis Features Control Panel The chassis front features a control panel to monitor node function and power off and on the entire system. Figure 1-2. Chassis Control Panel Chassis Control Panel Features Item Feature Description Eight numbered LEDs that indicate the status of each node.

  • Page 11: Front Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction Front Features The front of the chassis includes 16 drive bays and the chassis control panel. Control Panel Drive Bays (16) Figure 1-2. Chassis Front View Rear Features The illustration below shows the features on the rear of the chassis. Power Supply Power Supply Module...
  • Page 12 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Figure 1-4. Single Node, Rear View Node Features Item Feature Description Connect the adapter to this port to provide two USB2 ports, one COM KVM port port, and one serial port IPMI LAN Port Dedicated LAN port for IMPI connection...

  • Page 13: Motherboard Layout

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.5 Motherboard Layout Below is a layout of the X10SDD-F 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. JKVM1 IPMI_LAN USB0/1...

  • Page 14: Motherboard Jumpers, Connectors, And Leds

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Motherboard Jumpers, Connectors, and LEDs Jumper Description Default Setting HDD BP Selection Pins 1-2 (SATA) JBT1 Clear CMOS See Chapter 4 C1/JI SMB to PCI Slots Pins 2-3 (Disabled) M.2 slots SMB Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction DDR4 1600/1866/2133/2400 PCIE 3.0 x8 PCI-E 3.0 JPCIE1 LP PCIE 3.0 x8 PCIE 3.0 x8 PCI-E 3.0 JPCIE2 PCIE 3.0 x8 All M.2 depands on card PROCESSOR insert then select PCIE or SATA signal M.2 connector 1 PCIE 3.0 x4 PCI-E 3.0 PCIE 3.0 x4...

  • Page 16: Chapter 2 Installation In A Rack

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Chapter 2 Installation in a Rack This chapter provides advice and instructions for mounting your system in a rack. 2.1 Preparing for Setup The box in which the system was shipped should include the hardware needed to install it into the rack.

  • Page 17: Server Precautions

    Chapter 2 Installation in a Rack Server Precautions • Review the electrical and general safety precautions in Chapter 3. • Determine the placement of each component in the rack before you install the rails. • Install the heaviest server components at the bottom of the rack first and then work your way up.

  • Page 18: Reliable Ground

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF 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 connections other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of power strips, etc.).

  • Page 19: Installing The Rails

    Chapter 2 Installation in a Rack 2.2 Installing the Rails There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may require a slightly different assembly procedure. Do not use a two post "telco" type rack. This rail set fits a rack between 26.5" and 36.4"...

  • Page 20: Releasing The Inner Rail

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 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.

  • Page 21: Installing The Inner Rails

    Chapter 2 Installation in a Rack Installing the Inner Rails Begin the rack mounting procedure by installing the inner rails to the chassis. 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 22: Assembling The Outer Rails

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Assembling the Outer Rails Each outer rail comes in two sections that may require assembly before mounting onto the rack. 1. Identify the left and right outer rails by examining the ends, which bend outward. Match the left front outer rail with the left rear outer rail and the same for the right rails.

  • Page 23: Installing The Outer Rails Onto The Rack

    Chapter 2 Installation in a Rack Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack Each end of the assembled outer rail includes a bracket with square pegs to fit into your rack holes. If you have an older rack with round holes, these brackets must be removed, and you must use screws to secure the rail to the rack.

  • Page 24: Installing The Chassis Into A Rack

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 2.3 Installing the Chassis into a Rack Once rails are attached to the chassis and the rack, you can install the server. 1. Pull the middle rail out of the front of the outer rail and make sure that the ball bearing shuttle is locked at the front of the middle rail.

  • Page 25: Removing The Chassis From The Rack

    Chapter 2 Installation in a Rack 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 26: Chapter 3 Maintenance And Component Installation

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 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 27: Accessing The System

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.2 Accessing the System Top Cover A portion of the chassis top is removable to allow access to the system fans and backplane. Removing the Top Cover 1. If necessary, remove power from the system as described in Section 3.1. 2.

  • Page 28: Nodes

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Nodes The system includes eight removable computing nodes, each containing an individual motherboard. A node may be removed while other nodes continue to function. Each node controls two hard drives and shares a fan with the node beside it. If a node is pulled out of the chassis, the hard drives associated with that node will power-down.
  • Page 29 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Removing Nodes from the System 1. Power-down the individual node by pressing that node's power button. 2. Press and hold down the release tab on the front of the node. 3. Use the node handle to pull the node from the system. Caution: Except for short periods of time while swapping nodes, do not operate the server with the node bays empty.

  • Page 30: Connecting To A Node

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Connecting to a Node USB, COM, and serial port capabilties can be added to any node through the KVM port on the front. Plug in the adapter (dongle). Figure 3-4. Adapter to Provide USB, COM, and Serial Ports...

  • Page 31: Motherboard Components

    Check the Supermicro website for possible updates to memory support. DIMM Module Population Configuration For optimal memory performance, follow the table below when populating memory.

  • Page 32: Dimm Module Population Sequence

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Populating Memory Modules Speed (MT/s); Voltage (V); Slots per Channel Ranks (SPC) and DIMMs per DIMM Channel (DPC) Capacity DIMM Type (GB) 2 Slots per Channel Data 1 DPC 2 DPC Width 4 Gb 8 Gb 1.2 V...

  • Page 33: Install Procedure

    To remove a DIMM module, unlock the release tabs then pull the module from the slot. Caution: Exercise caution when installing or removing memory modules to prevent damage to the DIMMs or slots. Note: Visit the product page on the Supermicro website for possible updates to memory support (www.supermicro.com).

  • Page 34: Expansion Modules

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Expansion Modules Each node supports one PCIe 3.0 x8 low-profile expansion card and one MicroLP expansion module. The latter is pre-installed. Currently, there are four supported MicroLP expansion modules for the 5038MD-H8TRF system providing LAN connections.
  • Page 35 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Riser Card and Bracket Low Profile Expansion Card MicroLP Expansion Module Expansion Slot for Riser Card Figure 3-5. Expansion Modules...

  • Page 36: Motherboard Battery

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 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 1. Remove power from the system as described in section 3.1 and remove the node from the chassis.

  • Page 37: Chassis Components

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.4 Chassis Components Hard Drives The chassis features sixteen hot-swappable hard drives. These hard drives are contained in drive carriers and may be removed without powering-down the system. These carriers also help promote proper airflow through the drive bays. Removing Hard Drive Carriers from the Chassis 1.
  • Page 38 Dummy Drive Drive Carrier Figure 3-8. Removing a Dummy Drive from the Drive Carrier Note: Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro servers. For information on recommended HDDs, visit the Supermicro Web site at http://www.supermicro. com/products/nfo/storage.cfm.
  • Page 39 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing a Hard Drive 1. Place the hard drive carrier on a flat surface. 2. Insert the hard drive into the carrier with the printed circuit board side facing downward and so that the mounting holes in the drive align with those in the drive carrier. 3.

  • Page 40: System Cooling

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual System Cooling Four 8-cm fans circulate air through the chassis to lower the internal temperature. The system fans are designed to be easily changed, with no tools required and no need to remove any other parts inside the chassis. See Figure 3-2 to determine which nodes and hard drives are cooled by each fan.

  • Page 41: Air Shroud

    Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Air Shroud The air shroud is used to concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency. Installing the Air Shroud 1. Remove the node from the chassis onto a flat, non-conductive surface. 2. If necessary, move any cables that interfere with the air shroud placement. 3.

  • Page 42: Power Supply

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Power Supply The chassis features redundant power supplies. They are hot-swappable, meaning they can be changed without powering down the system. New units can be ordered directly from Supermicro or authorized distributors. These power supplies are auto-switching capable. This feature enables them to automatically sense the input voltage and operate at a 100-120v or 180-240v.

  • Page 43: Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections

    Note: UID can also be triggered using IPMI on the motherboard. For more information on IPMI, please refer to the IPMI User's Guide posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com. 4.2 Headers and Connectors...
  • Page 44 SATA/SAS connectors. Also adjust the J5 jumper setting. Note: For more information on the SATA HostRAID configuration, please refer to the Intel SATA HostRAID user's guide posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com. M.2/I-SATA Slots The motherboard contains four M.2 NGFF M-key/I-SATA connectors (JMD1-JMD4). M.2 was formerly Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF) and serves to replace mini PCI-E and mSATA.

  • Page 45: Data Cables

    Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections System Management Bus A System Management Bus header for the IPMI slot is located at JIPMB1. Connect the appropriate cable here to use the IPMB I C connection on your system. System Management Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Data Ground...

  • Page 46: Input/Output Ports And Interface Buttons

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 4.3 Input/Output Ports and Interface Buttons The rear of each node offers these input/output ports and control switches, in addition to two Ethernet LAN ports. Figure 4-1. Node Rear I/O Ports Description KVM Port IPMI Port...

  • Page 47: 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 48 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual VGA Enable/Disable Close pins 2 and 3 of jumper JPG1 to disable the onboard VGA port using the onboard graphics controller. The default setting is Enabled. VGA Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Enabled...
  • Page 49 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Watch Dog JWD1 controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Close pins 1-2 to reset the system if an application hangs. Close pins 2-3 to generate a non-maskable interrupt signal for the application that hangs. Watch Dog must also be enabled in BIOS.

  • Page 50: Led Indicators

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 4.5 LED Indicators LAN1/2 LEDs The Ethernet ports have two LEDs. On each port, one LED indicates activity when flashing while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection.
  • Page 51 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections UID LED Indicator The UID LED Indicator located LED1 is next to the UID Button. When you press the UID Button, the UID LED Indicator will turn on. Press the UID Button again to turn off the UID LED Indicator.

  • Page 52: Chapter 5 Software

    You must first configure RAID settings (if using RAID) before you install the Windows OS and the software drivers. To configure RAID settings, please refer to the RAID Configuration User Guides posted on our website at www.supermicro.com/support/manuals. Installing the Windows OS for a RAID System 1.

  • Page 53: Driver Installation

    Chapter 5: Software 5.2 Driver Installation The Supermicro FTP site contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp.supermicro. com. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver. After accessing the FTP site, go into the CDR_Images directory and locate the ISO file for your motherboard.

  • Page 54: 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 55: Chapter 6 Bios

    Chapter 6: BIOS Chapter 6 BIOS 6.1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS setup utility for the X10SDD-F and provides the instructions on navigating the setup screens. The BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be updated. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted since this manual was published.

  • Page 56: Main Setup

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 6.2 Main Setup When running the AMI BIOS setup utility, it starts with the Main screen. You can always return to it by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen. The Main tab page allows you to set the date and time, and it displays system information.

  • Page 57: Advanced Setup Configurations

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.3 Advanced Setup Configurations Use this tab page to set some boot, power, CPU, SATA, server ME, and input/output settings. Caution: Take caution when changing the Advanced settings. An incorrect value, a very high DRAM frequency, or an incorrect DRAM timing setting may make the system unstable. When this occurs, revert to the manufacture default settings.
  • Page 58 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Wait For 'F1' If Error Use this feature to force the system to wait until the 'F1' key is pressed if an error occurs. The options are Disabled and Enabled. INT19 (Interrupt 19) Trap Response Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Immediate, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture"...
  • Page 59 Chapter 6: BIOS • Processor Max Ratio • Processor Min Ratio • Microcode Revision • L1 Cache RAM • L2 Cache RAM • L3 Cache RAM • CPU Version Clock Spread Spectrum If this feature is set to Enable, the BIOS utility will monitor the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components and will attempt to reduce the interference whenever needed.
  • Page 60 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Hardware Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU) If set to Enabled, the hardware prefetcher will prefetch streams of data and instructions from the main memory to the L2 cache to improve CPU performance. The options are Disable and Enable.
  • Page 61 Chapter 6: BIOS P-State Coordination This feature allows the user to change the P-State (Power-Performance State) coordination type. P-State is also known as "SpeedStep" for Intel processors. Select HW_ALL to change the P-State coordination type for hardware components only. Select SW_ALL to change the P-State coordination type for all software installed in the system.
  • Page 62 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual CPU C6 Report 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. The options are Disable and Enable.
  • Page 63 Chapter 6: BIOS Program PowerCTL_MSR PKG C-state Lat. Neg. Use this feature to indicate whether latency should be negotiated with PCH for packaging C-States. The options are Disable and Enable. SAPM Control This feature indicates whether the PCU should control the System Agent PM using its power-performance tuning algorithm.
  • Page 64 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual IIO1 Configuration CPU1 MICRO-LP PCI-E 3.0 X8 This feature allows the user to select PCI-E support for the device installed on the Micro LP slot. The options are Auto, Gen 1 (2.5 GT/s), Gen 2 (5 GT/s), and Gen 3 (8 GT/s).
  • Page 65 Chapter 6: BIOS Memory Frequency Use this feature to set the maximum memory frequency for onboard memory modules. The options are Auto, 1333, 1400, 1600, 1800, 1867, 2000, 2133, 2200, 2400, 2600, 2667, 2800, 2993, 3000, 3200, and Reserved (Do not select Reserved). Data Scrambling Select Enabled to enable data scrambling to enhance system performance and data integrity.
  • Page 66 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Patrol Scrub Interval This feature allows you to decide how many hours the system should wait before the next complete patrol scrub is performed. Use the keyboard to enter a value from 0-24. The default setting is 24.
  • Page 67 Chapter 6: BIOS USB 3.0 Support Select Enabled for onboard USB 3.0 support. The options are Enabled and Disabled. EHCI1 Select Enabled to enable EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) support on USB 2.0 connector #1 (at least one USB 2.0 connector should be enabled for EHCI support). The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 68 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual inactivity, and will return the link to an active state when I/O activity resumes. The options are Enabled and Disabled. SATA Port 0 ~ Port 5 This item displays the information detected on the installed SATA drive on the particular SATA port.
  • Page 69 Chapter 6: BIOS PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration The following information are displayed: • PCI Bus Driver Version • PCI Devices Common Settings: PCI PERR/SERR Support Select Enabled to allow a PCI device to generate a PERR/SERR number for a PCI Bus Signal Error Event.
  • Page 70 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual JMD1 M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4 OPROM Use this feature to select which firmware type to be loaded for the add-on card in this slot. The options are Disabled, Legacy, and EFI. JMD2 M.2 PCI-E 3.0 X4 OPROM Use this feature to select which firmware type to be loaded for the add-on card in this slot.
  • Page 71 Chapter 6: BIOS Super IO Configuration The following Super IO information will display: • Super IO Chip 2400 Super IO Chip Logical Device(s) Configuration  Serial Port 1 Serial Port 1 Configuration This submenu allows the user the configure settings of Serial Port 1. Serial Port 1 Select Enabled to enable the selected onboard serial port.
  • Page 72 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual to use UTF8 encoding to map Unicode characters into one or more bytes. The options are VT100, VT100+, VT-UTF8, and ANSI. Bits Per second Use this feature to set the transmission speed for a serial port used in Console Redirection.
  • Page 73 Chapter 6: 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 the settings for Function Keys and KeyPad used for Putty, which is a terminal emulator designed for the Windows OS.
  • Page 74 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Parity A parity bit can be sent along with regular data bits to detect data transmission errors. Select Even if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is even. Select Odd if the parity bit is set to 0, and the number of 1's in data bits is odd.
  • Page 75 Chapter 6: BIOS EMS (Emergency Management Services) Console Redirection Select Enabled to use a COM port selected by the user for EMS Console Redirection. The options are Enabled and Disabled. *If the item above set to Enabled, the following items will become available for configuration: EMS Console Redirection Settings This feature allows the user to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the...
  • Page 76 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual to send a parity bit with your data bits in transmission. Select Mark to add a mark as a parity bit to be sent along with the data bits. Select Space to add a Space as a parity bit to be sent with your data bits.

  • Page 77: Event Logs

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.4 Event Logs Use this tab page to configure Event Log settings. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings  Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Change this item to enable or disable all features of the SMBIOS Event Logging during system boot.
  • Page 78 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual PCI-Ex (PCI-Express) Error Enable Select Yes for the BIOS to correct errors occurred in the PCI-E slots. The options are Yes and No. Erasing Settings Erase Event Log If No is selected, data stored in the event log will not be erased. Select Yes, Next Reset, data in the event log will be erased upon next system reboot.

  • Page 79: Ipmi

    Chapter 6: BIOS 6.5 IPMI Use this tab page to configure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. BMC Firmware Revision This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. IPMI Status (Baseboard Management Controller) This item indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system. System Event Log ...
  • Page 80 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF 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 81: Security

    Chapter 6: 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., 172.31.0.1). 6.6 Security This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. Password Check Select Setup for the system to check for a password at Setup.
  • Page 82 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Secure Boot Menu  This section displays the contents of the following secure boot features: • System Mode • Secure Boot • Vendor Keys Secure Boot Use this item to enable secure boot. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 83 Chapter 6: BIOS  Authorized Signatures Set New Key Select Yes to load the database from the manufacturer's defaults. Select No to load the DB from a file. The options are Yes and No. Append Key Select Yes to add the database from the manufacturer's defaults to the existing DB. Select No to load the DB from a file.

  • Page 84: Boot

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 6.7 Boot Use this feature to configure Boot Settings: Boot Mode Select Use this item to select the type of device that the system is going to boot from. The options are Legacy, UEFI, and Dual. The default setting is Dual.
  • Page 85 Chapter 6: BIOS • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #8 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #9 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #10 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #11 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #12 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #13 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #14 • Legacy/UEFI/Dual Boot Order #15 ...

  • Page 86: Save & Exit

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 6.8 Save & Exit Select the Exit tab from the BIOS setup utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer.
  • Page 87 Chapter 6: BIOS Default Options Restore Optimized Defaults To set this feature, select Restore Optimized Defaults from the Save & Exit menu and press <Enter>. These are factory settings designed for maximum system stability, but not for maximum performance. Save As User Defaults To set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.

  • Page 88: Appendix A Bios Error Codes

    SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Appendix A BIOS Error Codes A-1 BIOS Error Beep (POST) 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 89 When BIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it writes checkpoint codes to I/O port 0080h. If the computer cannot complete the boot process, a diagnostic card can be attached to the computer to read I/O port 0080h (Supermicro p/n AOC-LPC80-20). For information on AMI updates, please refer to http://www.ami.com/products/.

  • Page 90: Appendix B 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 91 Appendix B: Standardized 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 92 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual ‫جسذٌة‬ ‫اصابة‬ ً‫تتسبب ف‬ ‫حالة ٌوكي أى‬ ً‫اًك ف‬ ‫خطز‬ ًٌ‫ٌع‬ ‫هذا الزهز‬ !‫تحذٌز‬ ‫الذوائز‬ ‫بالوخاطز الٌاجوة عي‬ ‫ي على علن‬ ، ‫ك‬ ‫هعذات‬ ‫تعول على أي‬ ‫قبل أى‬ ‫الكهزبائٍة‬ ‫حىادث‬ ‫أي‬ ‫وقىع‬ ‫وٌع‬ ‫ل‬ ‫الىقائٍة‬...
  • Page 93 Appendix B: Standardized 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. ‫מתח‬...
  • Page 94 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 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 95 Appendix B: Standardized 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...
  • Page 96 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual ‫امداد‬ ‫وحدة‬ ‫من‬ ‫سهك انكهرباء‬ ‫وإزانت‬ ‫انطاقت‬ ‫مصادر‬ ‫من جميع‬ ‫اننظاو‬ ‫يجب فصم‬ ‫قبم‬ ‫انطاقت‬ ‫الجهاز‬ ‫مكىناث‬ ‫نتثبيج أو إزانت‬ ‫ههيكم‬ ‫ن‬ ‫انمناطق انداخهيت‬ ‫انىصىل إنى‬ 경고! 시스템에 부품들을 장착하거나 제거하기 위해서는 섀시 내부에 접근하기 전에 반드시 전원...
  • Page 97 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention Il est vivement recommandé de confier l'installation, le remplacement et la maintenance de ces équipements à des personnels qualifiés et expérimentés. !‫אזהרה‬ .‫הציוד או לתת שירות עבור הציוד‬ ‫אי להתקין, להחליף את‬ ‫צוות מוסמך בלבד רש‬ ‫هذا...
  • Page 98 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF 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,...
  • Page 99 Appendix B: 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...
  • Page 100 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual ‫فعليل‬ ‫بطريقة غير صحيحة‬ ‫البطارية‬ ‫انفجار في حالة اسحبذال‬ ‫من‬ ‫هناك خطر‬ ‫اسحبذال البطارية‬ ‫به الشرمة المصنعة‬ ‫أوصث‬ ‫مما‬ ‫أو ما يعادلها‬ ‫بنفس النىع‬ ‫فقط‬ ‫حعليمات الشرمة الصانعة‬ ‫المسحعملة وفقا ل‬ ‫جخلص من البطاريات‬ 경고! 배터리가 올바르게 교체되지 않으면 폭발의 위험이 있습니다. 기존 배터리와 동일하거나 제...
  • Page 101 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements ¡Advertencia! Puede que esta unidad tenga más de una conexión para fuentes de alimentación. Para cortar por completo el suministro de energía, deben desconectarse todas las conexiones. Attention Cette unité peut avoir plus d'une connexion d'alimentation. Pour supprimer toute tension et tout courant électrique de l'unité, toutes les connexions d'alimentation doivent être débranchées.
  • Page 102 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Backplane Voltage Warning! Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when servicing. バックプレーンの電圧 システムの稼働中は危険な電圧または電力が、 バックプレーン上にかかっています。 修理する際には注意く ださい。 警告 当系统正在进行时，背板上有很危险的电压或能量，进行维修时务必小心。 警告 當系統正在進行時，背板上有危險的電壓或能量，進行維修時務必小心。 Warnung Wenn das System in Betrieb ist, treten auf der Rückwandplatine gefährliche Spannungen oder Energien auf.
  • Page 103 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements ‫اللىحة‬ ‫أوالطاقة المىجىدة على‬ ‫التيار الكهزبائي‬ ‫مه‬ ‫خطز‬ ‫هناك‬ ‫هذا الجهاس‬ ‫خدمة‬ ‫كه حذرا عند‬ ‫يعمل‬ ‫النظام‬ ‫عندما يكىن‬ 경고! 시스템이 동작 중일 때 후면판 (Backplane)에는 위험한 전압이나 에너지가 발생 합니다. 서비스 작업 시 주의하십시오. Waarschuwing Een gevaarlijke spanning of energie is aanwezig op de backplane wanneer het systeem in gebruik is.
  • Page 104 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual ‫תיאום חוקי החשמל הארצי‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫הציוד חייבת להיות תואמת לחוקי החשמל המקומיים והארציים‬ ‫התקנת‬ ‫المتعلقة‬ ‫المحلية والىطىية‬ ‫قىاويه‬ ‫يجب أن يمتثل لل‬ ‫الكهربائية‬ ‫تركيب المعدات‬ ‫بالكهرباء‬ 경고! 현 지역 및 국가의 전기 규정에 따라 장비를 설치해야 합니다.
  • Page 105 Appendix B: Standardized Warning Statements Attention La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprès de l'organisme compétent. ‫סילוק המוצר‬ !‫אזהרה‬ .‫חוקי המדינה‬ ‫סילוק סופי של מוצר זה חייב להיות בהתאם להנחיות ו‬ ‫القىانين...
  • Page 106 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Warnung Die Lüfter drehen sich u. U. noch, wenn die Lüfterbaugruppe aus dem Chassis genommen wird. Halten Sie Finger, Schraubendreher und andere Gegenstände von den Öffnungen des Lüftergehäuses entfernt. ¡Advertencia! Los ventiladores podran dar vuelta cuando usted quite ell montaje del ventilador del chasis.
  • Page 107 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. ¡Advertencia! Al instalar el producto, utilice los cables de conexión previstos o designados, los cables y adaptadores de CA.
  • Page 108 Het gebruik van andere kabels en adapters kan leiden tot een storing of een brand. 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.

  • Page 109: Appendix C Uefi Bios Recovery Instructions

    Warning: Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue. Flashing the wrong BIOS can cause irreparable damage to the system. In no event shall Supermicro be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from a BIOS update.
  • Page 110 Appendix C: UEFI BIOS Recovery Note: If you cannot locate the "Super.ROM" file in your driver disk, visit our website at www. supermicro.com to download the BIOS image to a USB flash device and rename it "Super ROM". 2. Insert the USB device that contains the new BIOS image ("Super.ROM") into your USB drive and power on the system 3.
  • Page 111 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual 6. After the process has completed, press any key to reboot the system. 7. Using a different system, extract the BIOS package into a bootable USB flash drive. 8. When the DOS prompt appears, enter AMI.BAT BIOSname.###.
  • Page 112 Appendix C: UEFI BIOS Recovery Note: Do not interrupt this process until BIOS flashing has completed. 9. After receiving the message that the BIOS update is complete, unplug the AC power cable from the power supply to clear CMOS, then plug the AC power cable in the power supply again to power on the system.

  • Page 113: Appendix D System Specifications

    Appendix D: System Specifications Appendix D System Specifications Processors (each motherboard) Single Intel Xeon D-1541, Pentium in a System-on-a-Chip (SoC). 45W max TDP. BIOS 128Mb AMI BIOS SPI Flash BIOS Memory (each motherboard) Four 288-pin DIMM slots support up to: •...
  • Page 114 SuperServer 5038MD-H8TRF User's Manual Operating Environment Operating Temperature: 10º to 35º C (50º to 95º F) Non-operating Temperature: -40º to 70º C (-40º to 158º F) Operating Relative Humidity: 8% to 90% (non-condensing) Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

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