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  • Page 1 ® UPER SUPERSERVER 6014H-i2 SUPERSERVER 6014H-i SUPERSERVER 6014H-Xi USER’S MANUAL 1.0a...
  • Page 2 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. Unless you request and receive written permission from SUPER MICRO COMPUTER, you may not copy any part of this document.

  • Page 3: Preface

    Chapter 2: Server Installation This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi into a rack and check out the server configura- tion prior to powering up the system. processor and memory components, this chapter will refer you to the ap- propriate sections of the manual for their installation.
  • Page 4 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X6DHR-iG2/X6DHR-iG/ X6DHR-XiG serverboard, including the locations and functions of connec- tors, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfiguring the serverboard.
  • Page 5 Preface Notes...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Preface About This Manual ... iii Manual Organization ... iii Chapter 1: Introduction Overview ... 1-1 Serverboard Features ... 1-2 Server Chassis Features ... 1-4 Contacting Supermicro ... 1-6 Chapter 2: Server Installation Overview ... 2-1 Unpacking the System ...
  • Page 7 Power ... 3-3 Chapter 4: System Safety Electrical Safety Precautions ... 4-1 General Safety Precautions ... 4-2 ESD Precautions ... 4-3 Operating Precautions ... 4-4 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Handling the Serverboard ... 5-1 Processor and Heatsink Installation ... 5-2 Connecting Cables ...
  • Page 8 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Wake-On-Ring ... 5-18 Wake-On-LAN ... 5-18 3rd Power Supply Fail Detect Header ... 5-19 SMB Connector ... 5-19 Overheat LED (JOH1) ... 5-19 GLAN 1/2 (Ethernet Ports) ... 5-19 Jumper Settings ... 5-20 Explanation of Jumpers ... 5-20 CMOS Clear ...
  • Page 9 Main BIOS Setup Menu ... 7-3 Advanced Setup ... 7-7 Security ... 7-18 Boot ... 7-20 Exit ... 7-21 Appendices: Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages ... A-1 Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes ... B-1 Appendix C: Software Installation ... C-1 Appendix D: System Specifications ...
  • Page 10 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Notes...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Overview The Supermicro SuperServer 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi is a high-end, dual processor 1U rackmount server that features some of the most advanced technology currently available. Xi is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC812i-420 1U rackmount chassis and the X6DHR-iG2/X6DHR-iG/X6DHR-XiG dual processor serverboard.

  • Page 12: Serverboard Features

    One (1) riser card for standard size PCI-E (CSE-RR1U-E)* One (1) riser card for low-profile PCI-E (CSE-RR1U-ELP)* *Does not apply to the 6014H-Xi. Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi lies the X6DHR- iG2/X6DHR-iG/X6DHR-XiG, a dual Intel Xeon signed to provide maximum performance. the X6DHR-iG2/X6DHR-iG/X6DHR-XiG.

  • Page 13: Other Features

    Onboard Controllers/Ports The X6DHR-iG2/X6DHR-iG/X6DHR-XiG includes one floppy drive controller and two onboard IDE controllers, which support up to four IDE hard drives or ATAPI devices. Backpanel I/O ports include one COM port, two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports, a VGA (monitor) port and two Gb LAN ports.

  • Page 14: Server Chassis Features

    ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Server Chassis Features The SC812i-420 is one of Supermicro's newest 1U chassis and features three IDE hard drive bays, a slim CD-ROM drive, a slim 3.5" floppy drive and a revolutionary cooling design that can keep today's most powerful proces- sors running well below their temperature thresholds.

  • Page 15: Cooling System

    I/O Backplane The SC812i-420 is a 1U rackmount chassis. Its I/O backplane provides one full-height full-length and one low-profile PCI expansion slots, one COM port (the other is internal), one VGA port, two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two Ethernet (LAN) ports. Cooling System The SC812i-420 chassis' revolutionary cooling design has been optimized to provide sufficient cooling for dual Xeon configurations in a 1U space.

  • Page 16: Contacting Supermicro

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: SuperMicro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: SuperMicro Computer B.V.

  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Server Installation

    Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold the SuperServer 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi. It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where heat, electrical noise and elec- tromagnetic fields are generated.

  • Page 18: Choosing A Setup Location

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Choosing a Setup Location - Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door completely (~25 inches). - Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing.

  • Page 19: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient tem- perature of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maxi- mum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).

  • Page 20: Installing The System Into A Rack

    Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the SuperServer 6014H-i2/ 6014H-i/6014H-Xi into a rack unit with the rack rails provided. If the server has already been mounted into a rack, you can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6.
  • Page 21 Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-1. Installing the Rack Rails (with optional front bezel shown) Locking Tabs Both chassis rails have a locking tab, which serves two functions. first is to lock the server into place when installed and pushed fully into the rack, which is its normal position.

  • Page 22: Installing The Server Into The Rack

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Installing the Server into the Rack You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack unit. The next step is to install the server into the rack. Do this by lining up the rear of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails.

  • Page 23: Installing The Server Into A Telco Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Server into a Telco Rack If you are installing the SuperServer 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi into a Telco type rack, follow the directions given on the previous pages for rack instal- lation. The only difference in the installation procedure will be the position ing of the rack brackets to the rack.

  • Page 24: Checking The Serverboard Setup

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi in the rack, you will need to open the unit to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made. 1. Accessing the inside of the System (see Figure 2-4): First, release the retention screws that secure the unit to the rack.
  • Page 25 Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-4. Accessing the Inside of the System (with optional front bezel shown) 6. Check all cable connections and airflow: Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking the chassis airflow. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connec- tions.

  • Page 26: Checking The Drive Bay Setup

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Checking the Drive Bay Setup Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the IDE hard drives have been properly installed and all connections have been made. 1. Accessing the drive bays: All drives are accessable from the front of the server. For servicing the CD-ROM, floppy and IDE disk drives, you will need to remove the top chassis cover.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3: System Interface

    Overview There are several LEDs on the chassis control panel as to keep you con- stantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specific components. chassis control panel. panel LED indicators and the appropriate response you may need to take when one turns on.

  • Page 28: Control Panel Leds

    NIC1: Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing. HDD: Indicates IDE channel activity. On the SuperServer 6014H-i2/ 6014H-i/6014H-Xi this light indicates IDE and CD-ROM drive activity when flashing. Check the routing of the cables and make Finally, verify that the...

  • Page 29: Power

    Chapter 3: System Interface Power: Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.
  • Page 30 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Notes...

  • Page 31: Chapter 4: System Safety

    Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SuperServer 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi from damage: Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet.

  • Page 32: General Safety Precautions

    General Safety Precautions Follow these rules to ensure general safety: Keep the area around the SuperServer 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi clean and free of clutter. The SuperServer 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi weighs approximately 38 lbs (17.3 kg) when fully loaded. When lifting the system, two people at either end should lift slowly with their feet spread out to distribute the weight.

  • Page 33: Esd Precautions

    After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure it to the rack unit with the retention screws after ensuring that all connections have been made. ESD Precautions Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical charges coming into contact with each other.

  • Page 34: Operating Precautions

    Operating Precautions Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi is operating to ensure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed.

  • Page 35: Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install processors and heatsinks to the X6DHR-iG2/X6DHR-iG/X6DHR-XiG serverboard, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. nections are described and a layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter.

  • Page 36: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Processor and Heatsink Installation When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Also, do not place the serverboard on a conductive surface, which can damage the BIOS battery and prevent the system from booting up.
  • Page 37 Figure 5-1. 604-pin PGA Socket: Empty and with Processor Installed Warning! installing the CPU. If the lever is only partly raised, damage to the socket or CPU may result. Empty socket Lever Triangle (pin 1) Heatsink Installation 1. Do not apply any thermal compound to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount has already been applied.
  • Page 38 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Figure 5-2. Installing the Heatsink Removing the Heatsink/CPU IMPORTANT: Removal of the heatsink or the CPU is not recom- mended. However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to prevent damaging the CPU or the CPU socket.

  • Page 39: Connecting Cables

    Connecting Cables Now that the processors are installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the serverboard. These include the data (ribbon) cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The ribbon cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed in preconfigured systems to prevent them from block- ing the flow of cooling air that moves through the system from front to back.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Control Panel

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Connecting the Control Panel JF1 contains header pins for various front control panel connectors. See Figure 5-3 for the pin locations of the various front control panel buttons and LED indicators. Please note that even and odd numbered pins are on opposite sides of each header.

  • Page 41: I/O Ports

    See Figure 5-4 below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Figure 5-4. Rear Panel I/O Ports Installing Memory Note: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules: http://www.supermicro.com/support/resources/ Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage.
  • Page 42 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Memory Support All three serverboards use an interleaved memory scheme, so memory mod- ules must be installed two at a time (two DIMMs in the same bank). You should not mix modules of different sizes and/or speeds.

  • Page 43: Adding Pci Cards

    (sold separately) may be added to support the use of two x8 PCI-Express cards (see below). 6014H-i: Included riser cards support the use of one standard PCI-X card and one low-profile PCI-X card of any speed.

  • Page 44: Serverboard Details

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Serverboard Details Figure 5-6. SUPER Keyboard Mouse USB 0/1 COM1 ® UPER X6DHR-iG2 JPL1 JPG1 *Note: Jumpers not indicated are for manufacturer test purposes only - do not change these settings! X6DHR-iG2 Motherboard Layout (not drawn to scale)

  • Page 45: X6Dhr-Ig2 Quick Reference

    X6DHR-iG2 Quick Reference Jumper Description J4F4/J4F5 Memory Speed Select PWR Force On JP10 3rd PWR Supply Alarm En/Disable JP11 Alarm Reset JBT1 CMOS Clear JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable JPL1 GLAN Enable/Disable Watch Dog Connector Description COM1/COM2 COM1/COM2 Serial Port Connector/Header DIMM#1A-DIMM#4B Memory (SDRAM) Slots FAN#1-5 Onboard CPU Fan/Chassis Fan Headers...

  • Page 46: X6Dhr-Ig/X6Dhr-Xig Layout

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Figure 5-7. SUPER X6DHR-iG/X6DHR-XiG Layout* Mouse USB 0/1 COM1 ® UPER X6DHR-iG JPL1 JPG1 *Notes: 1. Jumpers not indicated are for manufacturer test purposes only - do not change these settings! 2. The only difference between the X6DHR-iG and the X6DHR-XiG is that the X6DHR-XiG has no SXB-E (Universal) PCI card slot support.

  • Page 47: X6Dhr-Ig/X6Dhr-Xig Quick Reference

    X6DHR-iG/X6DHR-XiG Quick Reference Jumper Description J4F4/J4F5 Memory Speed Select JBT1 CMOS Clear JP10 3rd PWR Supply Alarm En/Disable JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable JPL1 GLAN Enable/Disable Watch Dog Connector Description COM1/COM2 COM1/COM2 Serial Port Connector/Header DIMM#1A-DIMM#4B Memory (SDRAM) Slots FAN#1-5 Onboard CPU Fan/Chassis Fan Headers GLAN1/2 Gigabit Ethernet Ports J3/J4...

  • Page 48: Connector Definitions

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Connector Definitions ATX Power Connector The X6DHR-iG2/X6DHR-iG/X6DHR- XiG includes a 20-pin main power supply connector (J1B1) and a 4- pin 12V PWR connector (J38). Both connections are required. These power connectors meet the SSI EPS 12V specification.

  • Page 49: Hdd Led

    HDD LED The HDD LED connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach the hard drive LED cable to display hard drive activity. See the table on the right for pin definitions. NIC1/NIC2 LED The NIC (Network Interface Con- troller) LED connection for GLAN1 is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1 and the connection for GLAN2...

  • Page 50: Reset Button

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Reset Button The Reset Button connection is lo- cated on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach it to the hardware reset switch on the computer case. Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions.

  • Page 51: Fan Headers

    Fan Headers There are five fan headers (FAN1- FAN5) on the serverboard. the table on the right for pin defini- tions. Note: These fan headers are 4- pin fans. Pins#1-#3 of the fan headers are backward compatible with traditional 3-pin fans. speed is controlled by Thermal Management via a Hardware Moni- tor and BIOS (Advanced Setting)

  • Page 52: Power Led/Speaker

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Power LED/Speaker On the JD1 header, pins 1-3 are for a power LED and pins 4-7 are for the speaker. See the table on the right for speaker pin definitions. Note: The speaker connector pins with speaker.

  • Page 53: 3Rd Power Supply Fail Detect Header

    I/O backplane. These ports accept RJ45 type cables. Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Pin Definitions (JP9) Number Note: This feature is only available when using redundant Supermicro power supplies. Pin Definitions (J27) Pin # Pin Definitions (JOH1) Number See the...

  • Page 54: Jumper Settings

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used choose optional settings. create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board.

  • Page 55: 3Rd Power Supply Alarm Enable/Disable

    3rd Power Supply Alarm Enable/Disable The system can notify you in the event of a power supply failure. This feature assumes that three power supply units are installed in the chassis with one acting as a backup. If you only have one or two power supply units installed, you should disable this (the default setting) with JP10 to prevent false...

  • Page 56: Glan Enable/Disable

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual GLAN Enable/Disable Change the setting of jumper JPL1 to enable or disable the onboard GLAN ports (GLAN1 and GLAN2) on the serverboard. See the table on the right for jumper settings. The default setting is enabled.

  • Page 57: 5-11 Floppy And Hard Disk Drive Connections

    5-11 Floppy and Hard Disk Drive Connections Note the following when connecting the floppy and hard disk drive cables: • The floppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires. • A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1. •...

  • Page 58: Ide Connectors

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual IDE Connectors There are no jumpers to configure the onboard IDE#1 and #2 connectors. See the table below for pin defini- tions. IDE Connector Pin Definitions (J5, J6) Pin Number Function Pin Number Function Reset IDE...

  • Page 59: Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

    Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the SC812i-420 chassis. For component installation, follow the steps in the order given to eliminate the most common problems encoun- tered. If some steps are unnecessary, skip ahead to the next step. Tools Required The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Philips screwdriver.

  • Page 60: Control Panel

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Figure 6-1. Slim Floppy Drive Slim CD-ROM Drive Power Supply USB0/1 Ports Mouse/Keyboard Ports Control Panel The control panel (located on the front of the chassis) must be connected to the JF1 connector on the serverboard to provide you with system status indications.

  • Page 61: System Fans

    Installing a new fan: Replace the failed fan with an identical 10-cm, 12 volt fan (available from Supermicro: p/n FAN-0071). Install the new fan in its proper place in the chassis by positioning it on the two mounting posts. Secure the fan to the chassis with the screws you removed previously, then attach the fan wires to the same chassis fan header you removed it from.

  • Page 62: Drive Bay Installation/Removal

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Figure 6-2. System Cooling Fans (with optional front bezel shown) 10-cm Blower Fans Drive Bay Installation/Removal Removing the Front Bezel If your system has a front bezel (optional) attached to the chassis, you must first remove it to gain access to the drive bays. To remove the bezel, first unlock the front of the chassis then press the release knob.

  • Page 63: Accessing The Drive Bays

    "CD-ROM and Floppy Drive Installation" section later in this chapter for in- structions. Note: Only a "slim" type CD-ROM and floppy drive will fit into the 6014H-i2/ 6014H-i/6014H-Xi. Removing the Top Chassis Cover First, release the retention screws that secure the server unit to the rack.

  • Page 64: Ide Drive Installation

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual IDE Drive Installation Mounting an IDE drive in a drive carrier: The IDE drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airflow for the system. For this reason, even empty carriers without IDE drives installed must remain in the chassis.
  • Page 65 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-4. Removing an IDE Drive from the Chassis...

  • Page 66: Cd-Rom And Floppy Drive Installation

    ROM and floppy drive bays. The 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi accomodates only slim CD-ROM and floppy drives. Side mounting brackets are needed to mount a slim CD-ROM drive in the 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi server. You must power down the system before installing or removing a floppy or CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 67: Power Supply

    If the power supply unit fails, the system will shut down and you will need to replace the unit. Supermicro (see contact information in the Preface). As there is only one power supply unit in the 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi, power must be com- pletely removed from the server before removing and replacing the power supply unit for whatever reason.
  • Page 68 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Notes 6-10...

  • Page 69: Chapter 7: Bios

    When an option is selected in the left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message will accompany it. (Note: BIOS has default text messages built in. Supermicro retains the option to include, omit, or change any of these text messages.) Options printed in Bold are the default settings.

  • Page 70: Running Setup

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Running Setup *Default settings are in bold text unless otherwise noted. The BIOS setup options described in this section are selected by choos- ing the appropriate text from the main BIOS Setup screen. All displayed text is described in this section, although the screen display is often all you need to understand how to set the options (see on next page).

  • Page 71: Main Bios Setup Menu

    Chapter 7: BIOS Main BIOS Setup Menu Main Setup Features System Time To set the system date and time, key in the correct information in the appropriate fields. Then press the <Enter> key to save the data. System Date Using the arrow keys, highlight the month, day and year fields and enter the correct data.
  • Page 72 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Legacy Diskette A This setting allows the user to set the type of floppy disk drive installed as diskette A. The options are Disabled, 360Kb 5.25 in, 1.2MB 5.25 in, 720Kb 3.5 in, 1.44/1.25MB, 3.5 in and 2.88MB 3.5 in.
  • Page 73 Chapter 7: BIOS Type Selects the type of IDE hard drive. The options are Auto (allows BIOS automatically determine the hard drive's capacity, number of heads, Sectors, Maximum Capacity, LBA Format, ect.). Enter a number from 1- 39 to select a predetermined type of hard drive, CD-ROM and ATAPI Removable.
  • Page 74 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Multi-Sector Transfers Select the number of transfer sectors. The options are Disabled, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 16 Sectors. LBA Mode Control This item determines whether Phoenix BIOS will access the IDE Primary Master Device via LBA mode. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 75: Advanced Setup

    Chapter 7: BIOS Advanced Setup Choose Advanced from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. The items with a triangle beside them have sub menus that can be accessed by highlighting the item and pressing <Enter>.
  • Page 76 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual ACPI Mode Use the setting to determine if you want to employ ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) power management on your system. The options are Yes and No. Power Button Behavior If set to Instant-Off, the system will power off immediately as soon as the user hits the power button.
  • Page 77 Chapter 7: BIOS (cache) its data into this reserved memory area. Select "Write Protect" to enable the function and this area will be reserved for BIOS ROM access only. Select "Uncached" to disable this function and make this area available for other devices. Cache Base 0-512K If enabled, this feature will allow the data stored in the base memory area: block 0-512K to be cached (written) into a buffer, a storage area...
  • Page 78 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual 512K. Select "Write Back" to allow CPU to write data back directly from the buffer without writing data to the System Memory for fast CPU data processing and operation. The options are "Uncached", "Write Through", "Write Protect", and "Write Back.
  • Page 79 PCI-X 133MHz Slot #1/Slot#2, PCI-Expx8 Slot#3/PCI-Expx4 Slot#4 Access the submenu for each of the settings above to make changes to the following: Option ROM Scan When enabled, this setting will initialize the device expansion ROM. Enable Master This setting allows you to enable the selected device as the PCI bus master.
  • Page 80 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Memory RAS Feature Control Select this option to enable the Memory RAS Feature Control The options are Miirroring, Sparing and Standard. Clock Spectrum Feature If "Enabled", BIOS will monitor the level of Electromagnetic Interference caused by the components and will attempt to decrease the interference whenever needed.
  • Page 81 Advanced Processor Options Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. CPU Speed This is a display that indicates the speed of the installed processor. Hyper-threading This setting allows you to Enable or Disable the function of hyper- threading.
  • Page 82 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual KBC Clock Input This setting allows you to select clock frequency for KBC. The options are 6MHz, 8MHz, 12MHz and 16MHz. On-board COM 1 This setting allows you to assign control of serial port A. The options are Enabled (user defined), Disabled and Auto (BIOS controlled).
  • Page 83 Parallel Port This setting allows you to assign control of the parallel port. The options are Enabled (user defined), Disabled and Auto (BIOS controlled). Base I/O Address Select the base I/O address for the parallel port. The options are 378, 278 and 3BC.
  • Page 84 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual DMI Event Logging Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Event Log Validity This is a display, not a setting, informing you of the event log validity. Event Log Capacity This is a display, not a setting, informing you of the event log capacity.
  • Page 85 (12V) at all time. The options are Disable, 3-pin (Server), 3-pin (Workstation), 4-pin (Server) and 4-pin (Workstation). The recommended setting for the 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi is "3-pin (Server)". 7-17 Chapter 7: BIOS...

  • Page 86: Security

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Security Choose Security from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. displayed by highlighting the setting using the arrow keys and pressing <Enter>. All Security BIOS settings are described in this section.
  • Page 87 Chapter 7: BIOS Set Supervisor Password When the item "Set Supervisor Password" is highlighted, hit the <Enter> key. When prompted, type the Supervisor's password in the dialogue box to set or to change supervisor's password, which allows access to BIOS. Set User Password When the item "Set User Password"...

  • Page 88: Boot

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Boot Choose Boot from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. Highlighting a setting with a + or - will expand or collapse that entry. See details on how to change the order and specs of boot devices in the Item Specific Help window.

  • Page 89: Exit

    Chapter 7: BIOS Exit Choose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. All Exit BIOS settings are described in this section. Exit Saving Changes Highlight this item and hit <Enter> to save any changes you made and to exit the BIOS Setup utility.
  • Page 90 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Discard Changes Highlight this item and hit <Enter> to discard (cancel) any changes you made. You will remain in the Setup utility. Save Changes Highlight this item and hit <Enter> to save any changes you made. You will remain in the Setup utility.

  • Page 91: Appendix A: Bios Post Messages

    Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Appendix A BIOS POST Messages During the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS will check for problems. If a problem is found, the BIOS will activate an alarm or display a message. The following is a list of such BIOS messages.
  • Page 92 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default Setup Values. If you do not want these values, enter Setup and enter your own values.
  • Page 93 Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages System cache error - Cache disabled RAM cache failed and BIOS disabled the cache. On older boards, check the cache jumpers. You may have to replace the cache. See your dealer. A disabled cache slows system performance considerably. CPU ID: CPU socket number for Multi-Processor error.
  • Page 94 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Fixed Disk n Fixed disk n (0-3) identified. Invalid System Configuration Data Problem with NVRAM (CMOS) data. I/O device IRQ conflict I/O device IRQ conflict error. PS/2 Mouse Boot Summary Screen: PS/2 Mouse installed. nnnn kB Extended RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.
  • Page 95 Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Parity Check 2 nnnn Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup, <F3> for previous Displayed after any recoverable error message.
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  • Page 97: Appendix B: Bios Post Codes

    BIOS POST Codes This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the PhoenixBIOS. POST codes are divided into two categories: recoverable and terminal. Recoverable POST Errors When a recoverable type of error occurs during POST, the BIOS will display an POST code that describes the problem.
  • Page 98 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual POST Code Description 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to 4 GB Auto size DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager...
  • Page 99 POST Code Description Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines Jump to UserPatch1 Configure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area Display external L2 cache size Load custom defaults (optional) Display shadow-area message...
  • Page 100 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual POST Code Description Check for SMART Drive (optional) Shadow option ROMs Set up Power Management Initialize security engine (optional) Enable hardware interrupts Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives Set time of day Check key lock...
  • Page 101 POST Code Description Re-map I/O and memory for PCMCIA Initialize digitizer and display message Unknown interrupt The following are for boot block in Flash ROM POST Code Description Initialize the chipset Initialize the bridge Initialize the CPU Initialize system timer Initialize system I/O Check force recovery boot Checksum BIOS ROM...
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  • Page 103: Appendix C: Software Installation

    Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID Driver before you install the Windows operating system. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro bootable CDs that came packaged with your motherboard. (For Adaptec's SCSI Host RAID Utility, please refer to the CDs that came with your motherboard.)
  • Page 104 Due to this built-in functionality, your Supermicro motherboard is specially designed to keep pace with the increasing performance demands of today's computer systems by improving disk I/O throughput and providing data accessibility regardless of a single disk failure.
  • Page 105 Appendix C: Software Installation Using the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility (ARC) The Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility is an embedded BIOS Utility, in- cluding: *Array Configuration Utility: Use this utility when you want to create, configure and manage arrays. *Disk Utilities: Use this option to format or verify disks. To run the Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility, you will need to enable the RAID function in the system BIOS (refer to Chapter 7 for System BIOS Configurations), and then press the Ctrl and A keys simultaneously...
  • Page 106 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Managing Arrays Select this option to view array properties and delete arrays. The follow- ing sections describe the operations Of "Managing Arrays". To select this option, use the arrow keys and the Enter key to select...
  • Page 107 Viewing Array Properties To view the properties of an existing array: 1. At the BIOS prompt, press Ctrl+A. 2. From the ARC menu, select Array Configuration Utility (ACU). 3. From the ACU menu, select Manage Arrays (as shown on the previ- ous screen.) 4.
  • Page 108 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Creating Arrays Before creating arrays, make sure the disks for the array are connected and installed in your system. Note that disks with no usable space, or disks that are un-initialized are shown in gray and cannot be used. See Initializing Disk Drives.
  • Page 109 Appendix C: Software Installation Assigning Array Properties Once you've create a new array, you are ready to assign properties to the array. Caution: Once the array is created and its properties are assigned, you cannot change the array properties using the ACU. You will need to use the Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition.
  • Page 110 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual 4. The item "Create RAID via" allows you to select between the differ- ent methods of creating RAID 0 and RAID 1. The following table gives examples of when each is appropriate. Raid Level Create Via...
  • Page 111 Appendix C: Software Installation Notes 1. Before adding a new drive to an array, back up any data contained on the new drive. Otherwise, all data will be lost. 2. If you stop the build or clear process on a RAID 1 from ACU, you can restart it by pressing Ctrl+R.
  • Page 112 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Adding a Bootable Array 1. From the Main menu, select Manage Arrays. 2. From the list of arrays, select the array you want to make bootable and press Ctrl+B. 3. Enter Y to create a bootable array when the following message is dis- played: "This will make all other existing bootable array non-bootable.
  • Page 113 Appendix C: Software Installation Adding/Deleting Hotspares Note: In order to rebuild a RAID (RAID 0 or RAID 1), you need to add a new HDD as a hotspare. 1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A as prompted to access the ARC Utility.

  • Page 114: Initializing Disk Drives

    UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Initializing Disk Drives If an installed disk does not appear in the disk selection list for creating a new array or if it appears grayed out, you may have to initialize it before you can use it as part of an array. Drives attached to the controller must be initialized before they can be used in an array.
  • Page 115 Appendix C: Software Installation 5. Repeat Step 4 so that both drives to be initialized are selected (as shown on the following screen). C-13...
  • Page 116 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual 6. Press Enter. 7. Read the warning message as shown on the screen below. 8. Make sure that you have selected the correct disk drives to initialize. If correct, type Y to continue. Rebuilding Arrays Note 1: Rebuilding applies to Fault Tolerant arrays (RAID 1) only.

  • Page 117: Using The Disk Utilities

    Appendix C: Software Installation Using the Disk Utilities The Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATA hard disks. To access the disk utilities: 1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC utility.
  • Page 118 For more information regarding the Adaptec RAID Utility, please refer to Adaptec's User's Guide in the CD included in your ship- ping package. You can also download a copy of Adaptec User's Guide from our web site at: www. supermicro.com. C-16...
  • Page 119 Appendix C: Software Installation C-2 Installing Intel's ICH5R Driver by Adaptec and Windows OS 1. Insert Supermicro's bootable CD that came with the package into the CD Drive during the system reboot. The "Super Micro Driver Diskette Maker" screen will appear.
  • Page 120 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual C-3 Installing Other Software Programs and Drivers Installing Other Drivers After you've installed the Windows Operating System, a screen (as shown in Figure C-1) will appear. You are now ready to install additional software programs and drivers. To install these software programs and drivers, click the icons to the right of these items.
  • Page 121 Appendix C: Software Installation Supero Doctor III The Supero Doctor III program is a web-based management tool that offers both remote and local management tools. The local management application is called SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your motherboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
  • Page 122 Figure C-3. Supero Doctor III: Remote Control Display 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/PROD- UCT/Manuals/SDIII/UserGuide.pdf. For Linux, we recommend using Supero Doctor II. C-20...

  • Page 123: Appendix D: System Specifications

    X card (100 or 66 MHz only) or (with optional riser cards sold separately) two x8 PCI-Express cards. 6014H-i: one standard PCI-X card and one low-profile PCI-X card of any speed or (with optional riser cards sold separately) one x8 PCI-Express and one x4 PCI-Express card.
  • Page 124 UPER ERVER 6014H-i2/6014H-i/6014H-Xi Manual Motherboard 6014H-i2: X6DHR-iG2 (Extended ATX form factor) 6014H-i: X6DHR-iG (Extended ATX form factor) 6014H-Xi: X6DHR-XiG (Extended ATX form factor) Dimensions: 12 x 13 in (305 x 330 mm) Chassis Model: SC812i-420 Form Factor: 1U rackmount Dimensions: (WxHxD) 16.7 x 1.7 x 25.6 in. (424 x 44 x 650 mm) Weight Net (Bare Bone): 38 lbs.
  • Page 125 Appendix D: System Specifications Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class B, EN 55022 Class B, EN 61000-3-2 & EN 61000-3-3, CISPR 22 Class B Electromagnetic Immunity: EN 55024/CISPR 24, (EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11) Safety: EN 60950/IEC 60950-Compliant, UL Listed (USA), CUL Listed (Canada), TUV Certified (Germany), CE Marking (Europe)
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