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Supermicro 8025C-3R User Manual

Supermicro superserver 8025c-3r servers: user guide
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  • Page 1 UPER ® 8025C-3R UPER ERVER USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0a...
  • Page 2 Please Note: For the most up-to-date version of this manual, please see our web site at www.supermicro.com. Super Micro Computer, Inc. ("Supermicro") reserves the right to make changes to the product described in this manual at any time and without notice. This product, including software, if any, and documentation may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any medium or machine without prior written consent.

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    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 8025C-3R. In- stallation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 8025C-3R is a high-end quad processor server based on the SC828TQ-R1200 2U rackmount server chassis and the Super X7QC3 serverboard.
  • Page 4 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7QC3 serverboard, including the locations and functions of connectors, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfi guring the serverboard.
  • Page 5 Preface Notes...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ... 1-1 Serverboard Features ... 1-2 Processors ... 1-2 Memory ... 1-2 Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) ... 1-2 Serial ATA (SATA) ... 1-2 PCI Expansion Slots ... 1-2 Onboard Controllers/Ports ...
  • Page 7 Locking Tabs ... 2-4 Installing the Server into the Rack ... 2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup ... 2-6 Preparing to Power On ... 2-7 Chapter 3 System Interface Overview ... 3-1 Control Panel Buttons ... 3-1 Reset ... 3-1 Power ... 3-1 Control Panel LEDs ...
  • Page 8 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Connector Defi nitions ... 5-12 5-10 Jumper Settings ... 5-18 5-11 Onboard Indicators ... 5-22 5-12 Floppy, IDE, and SAS Ports ... 5-23 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup Static-Sensitive Devices ... 6-1 Precautions ... 6-1 Control Panel ...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Overview The SuperServer 8025C-3R is a high-end server that is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC828TQ-R1200 2U server chassis and the X7QC3 quad Intel Xeon processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on op- erating systems that have been certifi ed for use with the SuperServer 8025C-3R (www.supermicro.com).

  • Page 10: Serverboard Features

    ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 8025C-3R lies the X7QC3, a quad processor serverboard based on the Intel 7300 chipset. Below are the main features of the X7QC3. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the 7300 chipset).

  • Page 11: Onboard Controllers/Ports

    IPMI IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) is a hardware-level interface speci- fi cation that provides remote access, monitoring and administration for Supermicro server platforms. IPMI allows server administrators to view a server’s hardware status remotely, receive an alarm automatically if a failure occurs, and power cycle a system that is non-responsive.

  • Page 12: Server Chassis Features

    Front Control Panel The control panel on the SuperServer 8025C-3R provides you with system monitor- ing and control. LEDs indicate system power, HDD activity, network activity, system overheat and power supply failure. A main power button and a system reset button are also included.

  • Page 13: System Block Diagram

    Figure 1-1. Intel 7300 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. See Chapter 5 for details. CPU0 CPU0 VR11 VR11 CPU 0 CPU 1 SOCKET P SOCKET P Xeon MP Xeon MP PO RT PCI-Ex16 Slot PCI-Ex8 (4GB/S) #4 &...

  • Page 14: Contacting Supermicro

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R 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) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Unpacking the System You should inspect the box the 8025C-3R was shipped in and note if it was dam- aged in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should fi le a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.

  • Page 16: Choosing A Setup Location

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Choosing a Setup Location • Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door completely (~25 inches) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for suffi cient airfl ow and ease in servicing.

  • Page 17: Rack Mounting Considerations

    • Allow the hot plug SAS drives and power supply modules to cool before touch- ing them. • Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling. Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera-...

  • Page 18: Installing The System Into A Rack

    ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the 8025C-3R into a rack unit with the rack rails provided. If the system has already been mounted into a rack, you can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.

  • Page 19: Installing The Server Into The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation 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 chas- sis rails with the front of the rack rails.

  • Page 20: Checking The Serverboard Setup

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the 8025C-3R in the rack, you will need to open the top cover to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made.

  • Page 21: Preparing To Power On

    Preparing to Power On Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SAS drives and SAS backplane have been properly installed and all connections have been made. Checking the Drives All drives are accessable from the front of the server. For servicing the DVD- ROM and fl...
  • Page 22 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 23: Chapter 3 System Interface

    System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others on the SAS drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specifi c components. There are also two buttons on the chassis control panel and an on/off switch on the power supply.

  • Page 24: Control Panel Leds

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC828TQ-R1200 chassis has fi ve LEDs. These LEDs provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take.

  • Page 25: Hdd

    Indicates IDE channel activity. On the 8025C-3R this light indicates SAS and/or DVD-ROM drive activity when fl ashing. 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 26 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 27: Chapter 4 System Safety

    Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SuperServer 8025C-3R 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 28: General Safety Precautions

    General Safety Precautions Follow these rules to ensure general safety: • Keep the area around the SuperServer 8025C-3R clean and free of clutter. • The SuperServer 8025C-3R weighs approximately 65.5 lbs. (29.8 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 29: 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 30: Operating Precautions

    ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Operating Precautions Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 8025C-3R is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed.

  • Page 31: Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X7QC3 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 refer- ence chart are included in this chapter for your reference.

  • Page 32: Unpacking

    The X7QC3 requires a chassis big enough to support a 16" x 14.3" serverboard, such as Supermicro's SC828TQ-R1200 . Make sure that the I/O ports on the serverboard align properly with their respective holes in the I/O shield at the back of the chassis.

  • Page 33: Connecting Cables

    Connecting Cables Now that the serverboard is installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the board. 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 care- fully routed to prevent them from blocking the fl...

  • Page 34: I/O Ports

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual All JF1 wires have been bundled into a single ribbon cable to simplify this connec- tion. Make sure the red wire plugs into pin 1 as marked on the board. The other end connects to the Control Panel PCB board, located just behind the system status LEDs on the chassis.

  • Page 35: Installing The Processor And Heatsink

    Installing the Processor and Heatsink Avoid placing direct pressure to the top of the processor package. Always remove the power cord fi rst before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Notes: Always connect the power cord last and remove it before adding, remov- ing or changing any components.
  • Page 36 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual CPU Installation Lift the lever on the CPU socket completely as shown in the picture on the right; otherwise, you will damage the CPU socket when power is applied. Note: if multiple CPUs are installed,be sure to install CPU1 fi...
  • Page 37 Installation and Removal of the Heat Sink CEK Heat Sink Installation Do not apply any thermal grease to the heat sink or the CPU die; the required amount has already been applied. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the retention mechanism.

  • Page 38: Installing Memory

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Installing Memory CAUTION! Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Installing Memory Memory Support The X7QC3 supports up to 192 GB fully buffered (FBD) ECC DDR2 667/533 in 24 DIMM slots (four channels, two branches).

  • Page 39: Adding Pci Add-On Cards

    To Remove: Use your thumbs to gently push each release tab outward to free the DIMM from the slot. Adding PCI Add-On Cards The 8025C-3R can accommodate low-profi le (only) add-on cards installed into all the PCI slots included on the X7QC3. Installing an Add-on Card Begin by removing the PCI slot shield for the slot you wish to populate.

  • Page 40: Serverboard Details

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Serverboard Details Figure 5-5. X7QC3 Layout FAN7 DIMM 6A(Branch 0 Channel 0) DIMM 5A (Branch 0 Channel 0) DIMM 4A (Branch 0 Channel 0) DIMM 3A (Branch 0 Channel 0) DIMM 2A (Branch 0 Channel 0)

  • Page 41: X7Qc3 Quick Reference

    X7QC3 Quick Reference Jumper Description J10/J11 SMB to PCI Slots #3/#4/#5/#6 JBT1 CMOS Clear JCF1 Compact Flash Card Master/Slave CPU PWR Select JP13 3rd Power Supply Fail Detect JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable JPL1 GLAN1/2 Enable/Disable JPS1 SAS/SATA (JSM1/JSM2) En/Disable JPS2 SAS/SATA RAID Mode Watch Dog Connector Description...

  • Page 42: Connector Defi Nitions

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Connector Defi nitions Main ATX Power Supply Connector The primary power supply connector (JPW1) meets the SSI (Superset ATX) 24-pin specifi cation. Refer to the table on the right for the pin defi nitions of the ATX 24-pin power connector.
  • Page 43 Overheat/Fan Fail LED (OH) Connect an LED to the OH connection on pins 7 and 8 of JF1 to provide ad- vanced warning of chassis overheat- ing. Refer to the table on the right for pin defi nitions. NIC2 (JLAN2) LED The LED connections for JLAN2 are on pins 9 and 10 of JF1.
  • Page 44 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Power On LED The Power On LED connector is lo- cated on pins 15 and 16 of JF1 (use JLED for a 3-pin connector). This connection is used to provide LED indication of power being supplied to the system.
  • Page 45 Ground (Black) Wake-up PWR Supply Fail LED Pin Defi nitions (J3P1) Pin# Defi nition PWR 1: Fail PWR 2: Fail PWR 3: Fail Signal: Alarm Reset Note: This feature is only available when us- ing Supermicro redundant power supplies. 5-15...
  • Page 46 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Serial Ports Two serial ports are included on the serverboard. COM1 is a backpanel port and COM2 is a header located near the onboard battery. See the table on the right for pin defi nitions.
  • Page 47 Alarm Reset If three power supplies are installed, the system can notify you when any of the three power modules fail. Connect JAR to a micro-switch to enable you to turn off the alarm that is activated when a power module fails. See the table on the right for pin defi...

  • Page 48: 5-10 Jumper Settings

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Keylock The keyboard lock connection is designated JK1. Utilizing this header allows you to inhibit any actions made on the keyboard, effectively "locking" it. IPMB Header The IPMB Header of IPMI is designated J12. See the table on right for pin defi nitions.
  • Page 49 CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS (which will also clear any passwords). Instead of pins, this jumper consists of contact pads to prevent accidentally clearing the contents of CMOS. To clear CMOS, First power down the system and unplug the power cord(s). With the power disconnected, short the CMOS pads with a metal object such as a small screwdriver.
  • Page 50 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Watch Dog Enable/Disable JWD controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a system monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Jumping pins 1-2 will cause WD to reset the system if an application hangs.
  • Page 51 SAS/SATA Enable/Disable JPS1 allows you to enable or disable the JSM1 and JSM2 ports, which may be used for either SAS or SATA HDDs. See the table on the right for jumper settings. RAID Mode JPS2 allows you to switch between the two RAID modes available: MegaRAID and Integrated RAID (the latter requires you to refresh the fi...

  • Page 52: 5-11 Onboard Indicators

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual 5-11 Onboard Indicators GLAN1/2 LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA port) have two LEDs. On each port, one LED indicates activity while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection.

  • Page 53: 5-12 Floppy, Ide, And Sas Ports

    5-12 Floppy, IDE, and SAS Ports Use the following information to connect the IDE hard disk drive cables. • A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1. • The 80-wire ATA100/66 IDE hard disk drive cable that came with your system has two connectors to support two drives.
  • Page 54 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual IDE Connectors There are two IDE Connectors (JIDE1: Blue, JIDE2: White) on the serverboard. JIDE1 is designated as the Primary IDE drive. JIDE2 is designated as the Secondary IDE drive and is reserved for Compact Flash Card use only.

  • Page 55: Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup

    Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform mainte- nance on the SC828TQ-R1200 chassis. For component installation, follow the steps in the order given to eliminate the most common problems encountered. If some steps are unnecessary, skip ahead to the step that follows. Tools Required: The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintenance is a Philips screwdriver.

  • Page 56: Control Panel

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Unpacking The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected. Figure 6-1. Front and Rear Chassis Views Slim DVD-ROM Drive...

  • Page 57: System Fans

    Six heavy-duty redundant hot-swap fans provide the cooling for the SuperServer 8025C-3R. The fans are confi gured as a set of three with two fans placed back to back to maximize airfl ow. It is very important that the chassis top cover is properly installed in order for the cooling air to circulate properly through the chassis and cool the components.

  • Page 58: Drive Bay Installation/Removal

    SAS Drives: You do not need to access the inside of the chassis or remove power to replace or swap SAS drives. Proceed to the next step for instructions. Note: You must use standard 1" high, SAS drives in the SuperServer 8025C-3R. DVD-ROM: For installing/removing the DVD-ROM drive, you will need to gain ac- cess to the inside of the server by removing the top cover of the chassis.

  • Page 59: Sas Drive Installation

    SAS Drive Installation The SAS drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airfl ow for the drives. For this reason, even empty carriers without SAS drives installed must remain in the chassis.
  • Page 60 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual The SAS drive carriers are located in the front of the chassis, making them easily accessible for installation and removal. These drives are hot-swappable, meaning that they can be installed and removed while the system is running.

  • Page 61: Sas Drive Backplane

    The 8025C-3R accomodates only slim type DVD-ROM drives. Side mounting brackets are typically needed to mount a slim DVD-ROM drive in the 8025C-3R server. You must power down the system before installing or removing IDE components. See the Figures below for connector and component locations.

  • Page 62: Power Supply

    The PWR Fail LED will illuminate and remain on until the failed unit has been replaced. Replace- ment units can be ordered directly from Supermicro (see contact information in the Preface). The power supply units have a hot-swap capability, meaning you can replace the failed unit without powering down the system.
  • Page 63 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-6. Removing a Power Supply Module...
  • Page 64 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Notes 6-10...

  • Page 65: Chapter 7 Bios

    Often a text message will accompany it. (Note: the AMI BIOS has default text messages built in. Supermicro retains the option to include, omit, or change any of these text messages.) The AMIBIOS Setup Utility uses a key-based navigation system called hot keys.

  • Page 66: Main Setup

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Main Setup When you fi rst enter the AMI BIOS Setup Utility, you will enter the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab at the top of the screen.

  • Page 67: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings The Advanced Settings screen and submenus are listed below: Warning When you fi rst enter the Advanced Setup screen, the Setup Warning will be displayed. Please follow the instruction and set the correct value for each item to ensure proper system setup. CPU Confi...
  • Page 68 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Intel Virtualization Technology the CPU.) Select Enabled to use the feature of Virtualization Technology to allow one platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, creating multiple "virtual" systems in one physical computer. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 69 Primary IDE Channel Master/Slave, Secondary IDE Channel Master/ Slave These settings allow the user to set the parameters of Primary IDE Channel Master/ Slave and Secondary IDE Channel Master/Slave slots. Hit <Enter> to activate the following Submenu screen for detailed options of these items. Set the correct confi...
  • Page 70 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual DMA Mode Select Auto to allow the BIOS to automatically detect the DMA mode. Use this value if the IDE disk drive support cannot be determined. Select SWDMA0 to allow the BIOS to use Single Word DMA mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 2.1 MBs.
  • Page 71 Chapter 7: BIOS Floppy Confi guration This option allows the user to confi gure the settings for the Floppy Drives installed in the system. Floppy A/Floppy B Move the cursor to these fi elds via the up and down arrow keys to select the fl...
  • Page 72 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Offboard PCI/ISA IDE Card This option allows the user to assign a PCI slot number to an off-board PCI/ISA IDE card in order for it to function properly. The options are Auto, PCI Slot1, PCI Slot2, PCI Slot3, PCI Slot4, PCI Slot5, and PCI Slot6.
  • Page 73 Chapter 7: BIOS NorthBridge Confi guration This feature allows the user to confi gure the NorthBridge Chipset settings. Crystal Beach/DMA This feature uses the Intel I/O AT (Acceleration Technology) to accelerate the performance of TOE devices. Note: A TOE device is a specialized, dedicated processor that is installed on an add-on card or a network card to handle some or all packet processing of this add-on card.
  • Page 74 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual FBD Thermal Throttle Mode Select Enabled to use the feature of closed-loop thermal throttling on a fully buffered (FBD) memory module. If Enabled, thermal throttling will be activated when the temperature of an FBD module reaches a predefi ned threshold. The default setting is Enabled.
  • Page 75 Chapter 7: BIOS USB2 Controller Select Enabled to activate the onboard USB2 controller. The options are Enabled and Disabled. SLP_S4# Minimum Assertion Width This setting allows the user to select a desired length of time to be used as the SLP_S4# Min. Assertion Width. The options are 4-5 Sec., 3-4 Sec., 2-3 Sec.
  • Page 76 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Event Log Confi guration Highlight this item and press <Enter> to view the contents of the event log. View Event Log This feature allows the user to view all unread events. Mark All Events as Read Highlight this item and press <Enter>...
  • Page 77 USB Mass Storage Device Confi guration This feature allows the user to confi gure the USB Mass Storage Device set- tings. USB Mass Storage Device Reset Delay This feature allows the user to set the time needed for the system to detect a specifi...
  • Page 78 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Chipset ACPI Confi guration High Precision Event Time Select Enabled to activate the High Precision Event Timer (HPET), which is capable of producing periodic interrupts at a much higher frequency than a Real-time Clock (RTC) can in synchronizing multimedia streams, providing smooth playback and reducing the dependency on other timestamp calculation devices, such as an x86 RDTSC Instruction embedded in a CPU.
  • Page 79 Chapter 7: BIOS Advanced Resume Event Control Resume On Ring If set to Enabled, the system will be "awakened" when the modem receives an incoming call. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Resume On PME# Select Enabled to allow PME to generate a wake event. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 80 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Hardware Health Confi guration This feature allows the AMI BIOS to automatically display the status of the fol- lowing items: Temperatures CPU Overheat Temperature This feature allows the user to set the CPU Overheat temperature threshold. The...
  • Page 81 Chapter 7: BIOS MPS Confi guration This section allows the user to confi gure the multiprocessors table. MPS Revision This feature allows the user to select the MPS Revision. Please follow the instruc- tions given on the screen to select the MPS Revision Number. The options are 1.1 and 1.4.
  • Page 82 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual SMBIOS Confi guration SMBIOS SMI Support Select Enabled to enable the function of SMBIOS SMI Wrapper support for PnP Func 50h-54h. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Remote Access Confi guration You can use this screen to select options for the Remote Access Confi guration.

  • Page 83: Trusted Computing

    Terminal Type This feature allows the user to select the target terminal type for Console Redirection.The options are ANSI, VT100, and VT-UTF8. VT-UTF8 Comb Key Support This feature allows the user to select Enabled to enable the VT-UTF8 Combination Key support for the ANSI/VT100 Terminals. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

  • Page 84: Boot Settings

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Boot Confi guration This feature allows the user to confi gure the following items: Boot Settings Quick Boot If Enabled, this option will skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time needed for system bootup. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

  • Page 85: Boot Device Priority

    Parity Checking This option allows the user to enable or disable SB IDCHK# and PCI SERR# Parity Checking. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Wait for ‘F1’ If Error Select Enable to allow the system to wait for the user to press F1 when an error occurs.

  • Page 86: Removable Drives

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Removable Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available Remov- able Drives. 1st Drive/2nd Drive This option allow the user to specify the boot sequence for the fi rst Removable Drive and the second Removable Drive.

  • Page 87: Security Settings

    Chapter 7: BIOS Security Settings The AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password. If you use both pass- words, the Supervisor password must be set fi rst. Change Supervisor Password Select this option and press <Enter> to access the Submenu, and then type in the password.

  • Page 88: Exit Options

    UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Exit Options Select the Exit tab from the AMIBIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Saving Changes and Exit When you have completed the system confi guration changes, select this option to leave the BIOS Setup and reboot the computer, so the new system confi...
  • Page 89 Chapter 7: BIOS Load Fail-Safe Defaults To set this feature, select Load Fail-Safe Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>. The Fail-Safe settings are designed for maximum system stability, but not for maximum performance. 7-25...
  • Page 90 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Notes 7-26...

  • 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 prob- lem is found, the BIOS will activate an alarm or display a message. The following is a list of such BIOS messages. Failure Fixed Disk Fixed disk is not working or not confi...
  • Page 92 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual System CMOS checksum bad - Default confi guration used System CMOS has been corrupted or modifi ed incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default Setup Values.
  • Page 93 Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages EISA CMOS not writeable ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to EISA CMOS. DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt). Fail-Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long.
  • Page 94 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual nnnn kB Extended RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of RAM in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn Cache SRAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes successfully tested. nnnn kB Shadow RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.
  • Page 95 Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages PS/2 Mouse: PS/2 mouse identifi ed. Run the I2O Confi guration Utility One or more unclaimed block storage devices have the Confi guration Request bit set in the LCT. Run an I2O Confi guration Utility (e.g. the SAC utility). System BIOS shadowed System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.
  • Page 96 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 97: Appendix B Bios Post Codes

    Appendix B BIOS POST Codes This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the Phoenix BIOS. 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 a POST code that describes the problem.
  • Page 98 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual POST Code Description Initialize keyboard controller 1-2-2-3 BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory Auto size 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...
  • Page 99 POST Code Description Disable CPU cache Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines Jump to UserPatch1 Confi gure 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 8025C-3R User's Manual POST Code Description Check for SMART Drive (optional) 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 Initialize typematic rate Erase <ESC>...
  • Page 101 The following are for the 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 Go to BIOS Set Huge Segment Initialize Multi Processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA...
  • Page 102 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 103: Appendix C Hostraid Setup Guidelines

    RAID Utility program to confi gure the RAID Level that you desire before installing the Windows XP/2000/2003 operating system and other software drivers. (The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro CD that came packaged with your motherboard.) Note that the current version of the ESB2 SATA RAID Utility can only support Windows XP/2000/2003 Operating Systems.
  • Page 104 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Located in the South Bridge of the 7300 chipset, the I/O Controller Hub (ESB2) provides the I/O subsystem with access to the rest of the system. It supports 1- channel UltraATA/100 Bus Master IDE controller (PATA) and four Serial ATA (SATA) ports.

  • Page 105: Using The Intel Esb2 Sata Raid Utility Program

    SATA RAID Utility appear: Note: All graphics and screen shots shown in the manual are for reference only. The screen shots shown in the manual do not imply Supermicro's endorsement or non-endorsement on any 3rd party's product.
  • Page 106 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Creating a RAID 0 Volume Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the <Enter> key. The following screen will appear: Specify a name for the RAID 0 set and press the <Tab> key or the <Enter>...
  • Page 107 Press <Enter> when the Create Volume item is highlighted. A warning mes- sage displays. When asked "Are you sure you want to create this volume (Y/N), press "Y" to create the RAID volume, or type "N" to go back to the Create Volume menu. Creating a RAID 1 Volume: Select "Create RAID Volume"...
  • Page 108 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Creating a RAID 10 (RAID 1+ RAID 0) Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the <Enter> key. The following screen will appear: Specify a name for the RAID 10 set and press <Enter>.
  • Page 109 Creating a RAID 5 Set (Parity) Select "Create RAID Volume" from the main menu and press the <Enter> key. The following screen will appear: Specify a name for the RAID 5 set and press <Enter>. When "RAID Level" is highlighted, use the <Up Arrow> <Down Arrow> keys to select RAID 5 (Parity) and hit <Enter>.
  • Page 110 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Press Enter when the Create Volume item is highlighted. A warning message displays. When asked "Are you sure you want to create this volume (Y/N), press <Y> to create the RAID volume or <N> to go back to the Create Volume menu.
  • Page 111 Resetting to Non-RAID and Resetting a RAID HDD Warning: Use caution when you reset a RAID volume to non-RAID or when resetting a RAID volume. Resetting a RAID volume HDD or resetting a RAID HDD will reformat the HDD and delete the internal RAID structure on the drive.
  • Page 112 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual C-2 Installing Windows XP/2000/2003 for RAID Systems Installing a New Operating System Insert the Microsoft the Windows XP/2000/2003 Setup CD in the DVD/CD drive, and the system will start booting up from the CD. Press the <F6> key when the message "Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver"...

  • Page 113: Appendix D System Specifi Cations

    Appendix D: System Specifi cations Appendix D System Specifi cations Processors Four Intel® Xeon® 7300/7200 Series processors. Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel 7300 BIOS 8 Mb AMIBIOS® Flash ROM Memory Capacity Twenty-four 240-pin DIMM sockets supporting up to 192 GB of FBD ECC DDR2- 667/533 SDRAM...
  • Page 114 UPER ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual Chassis SC828TQ-R1200LP (2U rackmount) Dimensions (both): (WxHxD) 17.2 x 3.5 x 27.75 in. (473 x 89 x 705 mm) Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 65.5 lbs. (29.8 kg.) System Cooling Six heavy-duty 8-cm cooling fans (fan speed controlled by BIOS setting)
  • Page 115 Appendix D: System Specifi cations California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warning applies only to products containing CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells. “Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate”...
  • Page 116 ERVER 8025C-3R User's Manual (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 signifi...

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