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  • Page 1 UPER ® UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manual, or to notify any person or organization of the updates.
  • Page 3 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 1027R-73DBRF. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 1027R-73DBRF is a high-end server based on the SC116TQ- R700CB 1U rackmountable chassis and the X9DRD-7LN4F dual processor serverboard.
  • Page 4 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9DRD-7LN4F serverboard, in- cluding the locations and functions of connections, 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 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Serverboard Features ..................1-2 Processors ...................... 1-2 Memory ......................1-2 SAS ......................... 1-2 Serial ATA ......................1-2 PCI Expansion Slots ..................1-2 Rear I/O Ports ....................1-3 Server Chassis Features ................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Universal Information LED ................3-2 Hard Drive Carrier LEDs ................. 3-4 SAS/SATA Drives .................... 3-4 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 ................
  • Page 8 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual System Fan Failure ..................6-3 Checking the Airflow ..................6-5 Drive Bay Installation/Removal ............... 6-5 Accessing the Drive Bays ................6-5 Hard Drive Installation ..................6-5 Power Supply ....................6-8 Power Supply Failure ..................6-8 Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction ......................

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The SuperServer 1027R-73DBRF is a high-end server comprised of two main sub- systems: the SC116TQ-R700CB 1U chassis and the X9DRD-7LN4F dual processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the system (www.supermicro.com).

  • Page 10: Serverboard Features

    ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Serverboard Features The SuperServer 1027R-73DBRF is built around the X9DRD-7LN4F, a dual proces- sor serverboard based on the Intel C602J chipset and designed to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X9DRD-7LN4F. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset.)

  • Page 11: Rear I/O Ports

    Chapter 1: Introduction Rear I/O Ports Ports on the I/O backplane include one COM port, a VGA port, four USB 2.0 ports, four gigabit Ethernet ports and one IPMI port. A UID (Unit Identifier) button and LED are also located beside the VGA port. Server Chassis Features The SC116TQ-R700CB is Supermicro's third-generation 1U chassis and features ten 2.5"...
  • Page 12 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Figure 1-1. Intel C602J Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details. (AB) (AB) (CD) CPU REAR Socket 01 PROCESSOR SANDYBRIDGE CPU FRONT Socket 00 PROCESSOR SANDYBRIDGE (AB) (AB)

  • Page 13: Contacting Supermicro

    Chapter 1: Introduction Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands Tel:...
  • Page 14 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Precautions in the next section. Preparing for Setup The box the SuperServer 1027R-73DBRF was shipped in should include two sets of rail assemblies, two rail mounting brackets and the mounting screws you will need to install the system into the rack. Follow the steps in the order given to complete the installation process in a minimum amount of time.

  • Page 16: Rack Precautions

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual • This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like). • This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.

  • Page 17: 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 tempera- ture of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient tempera- ture (Tmra).

  • Page 18: Rack Mounting Instructions

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Rack Mounting Instructions This section provides information on installing the SC116 chassis into a rack unit with the rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.

  • Page 19: Inner Rail Extension

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-2. Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails (right side rail shown) Inner Rail Extension The SC116 chassis includes a set of inner rails in two sections: inner rails and inner rail extensions. The inner rails are pre-attached and do not interfere with normal use of the chassis if you decide not to use a server rack.

  • Page 20: Outer Rails

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Secure to the Front of the Rack Secure to the Rear of the Rack Attach Outer Rails together Figure 2-3. Assembling the Outer Rails Outer Rails Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack 1. Attach the shorter outer rail to the outside of the longer outer rail. You must align the pins with the slides.
  • Page 21 Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-4. Installing the Outer Rails to the Server Rack...
  • Page 22 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Figure 2-5. Installing the Rack Rails Installing the Chassis into a Rack 1. Confirm that chassis includes the inner rails and inner rail extensions. Also- confirm that the outer rails are installed on the rack. 2.

  • Page 23: Installing The Chassis Into A Telco Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Chassis into a Telco rack To install the chassis into a Telco or post-style rack, use two L-shaped brackets on either side of the chassis (four total). First, determine how far follow the server will extend out the front of the rack.
  • Page 24 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Notes 2-10...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel and on the drive carriers that provide system and component status for the 1027R-73DBRF server. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate responses that need to be taken.

  • Page 26: Control Panel Leds

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Power The main power switch is used to apply or remove power from the power supply to the server system. Turning off system power with this button removes the main power but keeps standby power supplied to the system. Therefore, you must unplug system before servicing.
  • Page 27 Chapter 3: System Interface Universal Information LED States State Indication Fast Blinking Red (1x/sec) Fan Fail Solid Red CPU Overheat Slow Blinking Red (1x/4 sec) Power Fail Solid Blue Local UID Button Depressed Blinking Blue IPMI-Activated UID NIC1 Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing. NIC2 Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when flashing.

  • Page 28: Hard Drive Carrier Leds

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Hard Drive Carrier LEDs The SC116 chassis uses SAS2/SATA drives. SAS/SATA Drives Each SAS/SATA drive carrier has two LEDs. • Green: Each hard drive carrier has a green LED. When illuminated, this green LED (on the front of the hard drive carrier) indicates drive activity. A connection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed.

  • Page 29: Chapter 4 System Safety

    System Safety Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SuperServer 1027R-73DBRF from damage. Note: a complete list of safety warnings is provided on the Supermicro web site at http://super-dev/about/policies/ safety_information.cfm.

  • Page 30: General Safety Precautions

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual • Serverboard Battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 4-1). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recom- mended by the manufacturer (CR2032).

  • Page 31: Esd Precautions

    Chapter 4: System Safety • 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 32: Operating Precautions

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Operating Precautions Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 1027R- 73DBRF is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Figure 4-1.

  • Page 33: Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are also described. A layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter for your reference. Remember to completely close the chassis when you have finished working with the serverboard to better cool and protect the system.

  • Page 34: Connecting Cables

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Connecting Cables Now that the serverboard is installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the board. These include the data cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed to prevent them from blocking the flow of cooling air that moves through the system from front to back.

  • Page 35: Rear I/O Ports

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

  • Page 36: Installing The Processor And Heatsink

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Installing the Processor and Heatsink Caution: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Notes: • Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, re- moving or changing any hardware components.
  • Page 37 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 3. With the lever labeled 'Close 1st' fully retracted, gently push down on the 'Open 1st' lever to open the load plate. Lift the load plate to open it completely. Gently push 4. Using your thumb and the index down to pop the load plate finger, remove the 'WARNING'...
  • Page 38 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Caution: You can only install the CPU to the socket in one direction. Make sure that the CPU is properly inserted into the socket before closing the load plate. If it doesn't close properly, do not force it as it may damage your CPU. Instead, open the load plate again and double-check that the CPU is aligned properly.

  • Page 39: Installing And Removing A Passive Cpu Heatsink

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing and Removing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount has already been applied. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the serverboard and the heatsink bracket underneath.

  • Page 40: Installing Memory

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Installing Memory Caution! Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. Memory Support The X9DRD-7LN4F supports up to 512 GB of ECC registered (RDIMM), ECC Load Reduced (LRDIMM) or ECC/non-ECC unbuffered (UDIMM) DDR3- 1600/1333/1066/800 SDRAM in 16 DIMM sickets.
  • Page 41 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup DIMM Module Population Table Follow the tables below when installing memory. Processors and their Corresponding Memory Modules CPU# Corresponding DIMM Modules CPU 1 DIMMA1 DIMMB1 DIMMC1 DIMMD1 DIMMA2 DIMMB2 DIMMC2 DIMMD2 CPU2 DIMME1 DIMMF1 DIMMG1 DIMMH1 DIMME2 DIMM F2...
  • Page 42 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Populating UDIMM (ECC/Non-ECC) Memory Modules Intel E5-2600 Series Processor UDIMM Memory Support Ranks Per Memory Capacity Speed (MT/s) and Voltage Validated by Slot per Channel DIMM & Per DIMM (SPC) and DIMM Per Channel (DPC) Data Width 1 Slot Per Channel 2 Slots Per Channel...
  • Page 43 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Populating LRDIMM (ECC) Memory Modules Intel E5-2600 Series Processor LRDIMM Memory Support Ranks Per Memory Capacity Speed (MT/s) and Voltage Validated DIMM & Data Per DIMM by Slot per Channel (SPC) and Width DIMM Per Channel (DPC) 1 Slot Per 2 Slots Per (See the Note...

  • Page 44: Adding Pci Add-On Cards

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Adding PCI Add-On Cards The 1027R-73DBRF can accommodate a single, standard-size PCI-E 3.0 x8 profile add-on (expansion) card installed to the riser card included in the system. Installing an Add-on Card 1. Begin by removing the shield located by the riser card. 2.

  • Page 45: Serverboard Details

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Serverboard Details Figure 5-4. X9DRD-7LN4F Layout VGA1 LAN2/4 LAN1/3 USB2/3 USB0/1 JUIDB COM2 COM1 JPW4 CTRL IPMI_LAN FAN8 FAN7 CPU2 CPU2 JBAT1 JBT1 Battery CMOS CLEAR Intel JUSB6 X9DRD-7(J)LN4F BIOS Rev. 1.01 JPW3 CPU1 CPU2 LSI SAS CTRL L-SAS0~3 L-SAS4~7...

  • Page 46: X9Drd-7Ln4F Quick Reference

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual X9DRD-7LN4F Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 Clear CMOS See Section 5-9 C1/JI SMB to PCI-E Slots Off (Disabled) JPB1 BMC Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1 GLAN1/GLAN2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPS1 SAS Enable/Disable...
  • Page 47 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Slots 1/2/6 (CPU1), PCI-Express 3.0 x8 Slots Slots 3/4/5 (CPU2) (T-)SGPIO 1/2 SATA General Purpose I/O Header (BP) USB 0/1, 2/3 Back Panel USB 0/1, 2/3 (FP) USB 4/5, USB 8/9 Front Panel Accessible USB Connections (4/5, 8/9) (FP) USB 6 Type A USB Embedded Drive Connector Backpanel VGA Port...

  • Page 48: Connector Definitions

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Connector Definitions Power Connectors ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions A 24-pin main power supply connector Pin# Definition Pin # Definition (JPW1), two 8-pin CPU power con- nectors (JPW2/3) must be connected +3.3V +3.3V to the power supply. These power -12V +3.3V connectors meet the SSI EPS 12V...
  • Page 49 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Power Fail LED PWR Fail LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power Fail LED connection is Pin# Definition located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. See p. 5-4 and the table on the right for Ground pin definitions.
  • Page 50 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Power On LED The Power On LED connector is lo- Power LED cated on pins 15 and 16 of JF1 (use Pin Definitions (JF1) JLED for a 3-pin connector). This Pin# Definition connection is used to provide LED 5V Stby indication of power being supplied to Control...
  • Page 51 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup LAN Ports Pin Definition Pin# Definition P2V5SB SGND Ethernet Ports TD0+ Act LED Four Ethernet ports are located on the TD0- P3V3SB I/O backplane. A dedicated IPMI LAN TD1+ Link 100 LED (Yel- low, +3V3SB) port is also included to provide KVM TD1- Link 1000 LED...
  • Page 52 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Internal Buzzer (SP1) Pin Definition Pin# Definitions Pin 1 Pos. (+) Beep In Internal Speaker Pin 2 Neg. (-) Alarm The internal speaker, located at SP1, Speaker can be used to provide audible indica- tions for various beep codes. See the table on the right for pin definitions..
  • Page 53 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup TPM/Port 80 Header Pin Definitions Pin # Definition Pin # Definition TPM Header/Port 80 LCLK A Trusted Platform Module/Port 80 LFRAME# <(KEY)> header is located at JTPM1 to provide LRESET# +5V (X) TPM support and a Port 80 connec- LAD 3 LAD 2 tion.
  • Page 54 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Standby Power Header Standby PWR Pin Definitions The +5V Standby Power header is lo- Pin# Definition cated at JSTBY1. See the table on the +5V Standby right for pin definitions. (You must also Ground have a card with a Standby Power con- Wake-up nector and a cable to use this feature.) LAN3/LAN4 LED Indicators...

  • Page 55: Jumper Settings

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used Connector to choose between optional settings. Pins Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the con- nector.
  • Page 56 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual LAN Enable/Disable LAN Enable/Disable Jumper Settings JPL1 enables or disables the LAN Jumper Setting Definition ports 1/2 and 3/4. See the table on the Enabled right for jumper settings. The default Disabled setting is Enabled. Watch Dog Enable/Disable Jumper JWD controls the Watch Dog function.

  • Page 57: 5-10 Onboard Indicators

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-10 Onboard Indicators Link LED Activity LED LAN LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the Link LED Activity LED VGA port) have two LEDs. On each port, the yellow LED flashes to indi- LAN1/2 LED cate activity while the other LED may (Connection Speed Indicator) be green, amber or off to indicate the...

  • Page 58: 5-11 Sata And Sas Ports

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Unit Identification Switch/LED A Unit Identifier switch (UID) and a rear UID LED indicator (LED3) are located next to LAN ports on the back UID LED of the chassis. When the user pushes Status the rear UID switch, the rear UID LED Color/State OS Status (LED3) will be turned on.

  • Page 59: 5-12 Installing Software

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-12 Installing Software After the hardware has been installed, you should first install the operating system and then the drivers. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro CDs that came packaged with your serverboard. Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on paper to view the readme files for each item.
  • Page 60 BIOS. Any subsequent changes to these thresholds must be made within SuperDoctor, as the SuperDoctor settings override the BIOS settings. To set the BIOS temperature threshold settings again, you would first need to uninstall SuperDoctor. Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen (Health Information) 5-28...

  • Page 61: Superdoctor Iii

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: The SuperDoctor III program and User's Manual can be downloaded from the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/software/ SuperDoctorIII.cfm. For Linux, we recommend using SuperDoctor II. 5-29...
  • Page 62 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Notes 5-30...

  • Page 63: Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform main- tenance on the SC116TQ-R700CB 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.

  • Page 64: Control Panel

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Figure 6-1. Front and Rear Chassis Views Control Panel Hot-Swap Drive Bays (10) PCI Expansion Slot (w/ Riser Card) Power Supplies Rear I/O Ports (see Section 5-3) 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 65: System Fans

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup System Fans Six 4-cm fans provide the cooling for the system. It is very important that the chassis top cover is properly installed and making a good seal in order for the cooling air to circulate properly through the chassis and cool the components. See Figure 6-2. The SC116 chassis contains counter-rotating fans.
  • Page 66 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Figure 6-2. Replacing a System Fan...

  • Page 67: Checking The Airflow

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Checking the Airflow Check the Airflow 1. Make sure there are no objects obstructing the airflow in and out of the server. In addition, if you are using a front bezel, make sure the bezel's filter is replaced periodically.
  • Page 68 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual 4. Insert the drive carrier into its bay, keeping the carrier oriented so that the hard drive is on the top of the carrier and the release button is on the right side. When the carrier reaches the rear of the bay, the release handle will retract.
  • Page 69 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-4. Removing a Hard Drive Caution: Use caution when working around the hard drive backplane. Do not touch the backplane with any metal objects and make sure no ribbon cables touch the backplane or obstruct the holes, which aid in proper airflow. Caution: Regardless of how many hard drives are installed, all drive carriers must remain in the drive bays to maintain proper airflow.

  • Page 70: Power Supply

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Power Supply The SC116 chassis comes equipped with two redundant 700W-750W power sup- plies. These power supplies are auto-switching capable and automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage. An amber light will be illuminated on the power supply when the power is off.

  • Page 71: Chapter 7 Bios

    Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup utility for the X9DRD-7JLN4F/X9DRD- 7LN4F It also provides the instructions on how to navigate the AMI BIOS Setup utility screens. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated.

  • Page 72: How To Change The Configuration Data

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual How To Change the Configuration Data The configuration data that determines the system parameters may be changed by entering the AMI BIOS Setup utility. This Setup utility can be accessed by pressing <Delete> at the appropriate time during system boot. Note: For AMI UEFI BIOS Recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Re- covery User Guide posted @http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.
  • Page 73 Chapter 7: BIOS The AMI BIOS Main menu displays the following information: System Date/System Time Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date using the arrow keys. Enter new values through the keyboard and press <Enter>.

  • Page 74: Advanced Setup Configurations

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Advanced Setup Configurations Select the Advanced tab to access the following submenu items. Boot Feature Quiet Boot This feature allows the user to select bootup screen display between POST mes- sages and the OEM logo. Select Disabled to display the POST messages. Select Enabled to display the OEM logo instead of the normal POST messages.
  • Page 75 Chapter 7: BIOS at bootup and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks. If this item is set to Disabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adap- tors will not capture Interrupt 19, and the drives attached to these adaptors will not function as bootable devices.
  • Page 76 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual • Processor Cores • Intel HT (Hyper-Threading) Technology • Intel VT-x Technology • Intel SMX Technology • L1 Data Cache / L1 Code Cache • L2 Cache • L3 Cache CPU Speed This item displays the speed of the CPU installed in Socket 1/Socket 2. 64-bit This item indicates if the CPU installed in Socket 1 or Socket 2 supports 64-bit technology.
  • Page 77 Chapter 7: BIOS Execute-Disable Bit (Available if supported by the OS & the CPU) Select Enabled to enable the Execute Disable Bit which will allow the processor to designate areas in the system memory where an application code can execute and where it cannot, thus preventing a worm or a virus from flooding illegal codes to overwhelm the processor or damage the system during an attack.
  • Page 78 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual  CPU Power Management Configuration This submenu allows the user to configure the following CPU Power Manage- ment settings. Power Technology Select Energy Efficiency to support power-saving mode. Select Custom to cus- tomize system power settings. Select Disabled to disable power-saving settings. The options are Disabled, Energy Efficient, and Custom.
  • Page 79 Chapter 7: BIOS Package C-State limit (Available when Power Technology is set to Custom) This feature allows the user to set the limit on the C-State package register. The options are C0, C2, C6, and No Limit. Energy/Performance Bias Use this feature to select an appropriate fan setting to achieve maximum system performance (with maximum cooling) or maximum energy efficiency with maxi- mum power saving).
  • Page 80 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Chipset Configuration North Bridge This feature allows the user to configure the settings for the Intel North Bridge. Integrated IO Configuration Intel VT-d ® Select Enabled to enable Intel Virtualization Technology support for Direct I/O VT-d by reporting the I/O device assignments to the VMM (Virtual Machine Monitor) through the DMAR ACPI Tables.
  • Page 81 Chapter 7: BIOS IIO 2 PCIe Port Bifurcation Control This submenu configures the following IO PCIe Port Bifurcation Control settings for IIO 2 PCIe ports to determine how the available PCI-Express lanes to be distributed between the PCI-Exp. Root ports. QPI Configuration Current QPI Link This item displays the current status of the QPI Link.
  • Page 82 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual  DIMM Information CPU Socket 1 DIMM Information, CPU Socket 2 DIMM Information The status of the memory modules detected by the BIOS will be displayed as detected by the BIOS. Memory Mode When Independent is selected, all DIMMs are available to the operating system. When Mirroring is selected, the motherboard maintains two identical copies of all data in memory for data backup.
  • Page 83 Chapter 7: BIOS correctable error, the error is corrected and sent to the requestor (the original source). Memory is updated as well. Select Enabled to use Demand Scrubbing for ECC memory correction. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Data Scrambling Select Enabled to enable data scrambling to ensure data security and integrity.
  • Page 84 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Port 60/64 Emulation Select Enabled to enable I/O port 60h/64h emulation support for the legacy USB keyboard so that it can be fully supported by the operating systems that does not recognize a USB device. The options are Disabled and Enabled. EHCI Hand-Off This item is for operating systems that do not support Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI) hand-off.
  • Page 85 Chapter 7: BIOS Port 0~5 Hot Plug Select Enabled to enable hot-plug support for a particular port, which will allow the user to change a hardware component or device without shutting down the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Staggered Spin Up Select Enabled to enable Staggered Spin-up support to prevent excessive power consumption caused by multiple HDDs spinning-up simultaneously.
  • Page 86 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual SERR# Generation Select Enabled to allow a PCI device to generate an SERR number for a PCI Bus Signal Error Event. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Maximum Payload Select Auto to allow the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum payload value for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance.
  • Page 87 Chapter 7: BIOS VGA Priority This feature allows the user to select the graphics adapter to be used as the primary boot device. The options are Onboard, and Offboard. Network Stack Select Enabled enable PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) or UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) for network stack support.
  • Page 88 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Change Settings This option specifies the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of Serial Port 2. Select Disabled to prevent the serial port from accessing any system resources. When this option is set to Disabled, the serial port becomes unavailable. The options are Auto, IO=3F8h;...
  • Page 89 Chapter 7: BIOS client computer. A lower transmission speed may be required for long and busy lines. The options are 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 and 115200 (bits per second). Data Bits Use this feature to set the data transmission size for Console Redirection. The options are 7 Bits and 8 Bits.
  • Page 90 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Putty KeyPad This feature selects Function Keys and KeyPad settings for Putty, which is a terminal emulator designed for the Windows OS. The options are VT100, LINUX, XTERMR6, SC0, ESCN, and VT400. Serial Port for Out-of-Band Management/Windows Emergency Management Services (EMS) The submenu allows the user to configure Console Redirection settings to support Out-of-Band Serial Port management.
  • Page 91 Chapter 7: BIOS Data Bits, Parity, Stop Bits The status of these features is displayed. ACPI Settings Use this feature to configure Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) power management settings for your system. ACPI Sleep State Use this feature to select the ACPI State when the system is in sleep mode. Select S1 (CPU_Stop_Clock) to erase all CPU caches and stop executing instructions.
  • Page 92 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Pending Operation Use this item to schedule an operation for the security device. The options are None, Enable Take Ownership, Disable Take Ownership, and TPM Clear. Note: During restart, the computer will reboot in order to execute the pend- ing operation and change the state of the security device.
  • Page 93 Chapter 7: BIOS TPM Support: Trusted Platform support TPM State: Trusted Platform state ME Subsystem This feature displays the following ME Subsystem Configuration settings. • ME BIOS Interface Version • ME Version iSCSI Configuration: This item displays iSCSI configuration information: iSCSI Initiator Name This item displays the name of the iSCSI Initiator, which is a unique name used in the world.
  • Page 94 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Blink LEDs This feature allows the user to specify the duration for LEDs to blink. The range is from 0 ~ 15 seconds. The default setting is 0. PORT CONFIGURATION INFORMATION This section displays the following port information: •...

  • Page 95: Event Logs

    Chapter 7: BIOS Event Logs Select the Event Logs tab to access the following submenu items. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings  This feature allows the user to configure SMBIOS Event settings. Enabling/Disabling Options SMBIOS Event Log Select Enabled to enable SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Logging during system boot.
  • Page 96 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Erasing Settings Erase Event Log Select Enabled to erase the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) Event Log, which is completed before a event logging is initialized upon system reboot. The options are No, Yes, Next reset, and Yes, Every reset. When Log is Full Select Erase Immediately to immediately erase SMBIOS error event logs that ex- ceed the limit when the SMBIOS event log is full.

  • Page 97: Ipmi

    Chapter 7: BIOS IPMI Select the IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) tab to access the fol- lowing submenu items. IPMI Firmware Revision This item indicates the IPMI firmware revision used in your system. IPMI Status This item indicates the status of the IPMI firmware installed in your system. System Event Log ...
  • Page 98 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF 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 99: Boot

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

  • Page 100: Security

    UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Security This menu allows the user to configure the following security settings for the system. Password Check Use this feature to determine when a password entry is required. Select Setup to require the password only when entering setup. Select Always to require the pass- word when entering setup and on each boot.

  • Page 101: Save & Exit

    Chapter 7: BIOS Save & Exit This submenu allows the user to configure the Save and Exit settings for the system. Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS Setup without making any permanent changes to the system configuration, and reboot the computer. Select Discard Changes and Exit, and press <Enter>.
  • Page 102 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Discard Changes Select this feature and press <Enter> to discard all the changes and return to the BIOS setup. When the dialog box appears, asking you if you want to load previ- ous values, select Yes to load the values previous saved, or select No to keep the changes you've made so far.

  • Page 103: Appendix A Bios Error Beep Codes

    Appendix A: BIOS POST Error Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed at each system boot, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue to boot.
  • Page 104 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 105: Appendix B System Specifications

    Appendix B: System Specifications Appendix B System Specifications Processors Single or dual Intel® Xeon E5-2600 Series processors Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel C602J chipset BIOS 128 Mb AMI® SPI Flash ROM Memory Capacity Sixteen DIMM sockets supporting up to 512 GB of RDIMM, ECC LRDIMM or ECC/non-ECC UDIMM DDR3-1600/1333/1066/800 type memory...
  • Page 106 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF User's Manual System Cooling Six 4-cm counter-rotating fans System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100V - 240V AC auto-range Rated Input Current: 8.5A - 6A max Rated Input Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz Power Supply Rated Output Power: 700W-750W (Part# PWS-704P-1R) Rated Output Voltages: +3.3V (25A), +5V (25A), +12V (700W, 58A @ 100V-140V, 750W, 62A @ 180V-240V), -12V (0.6A), +5Vsb (3A) Operating Environment...
  • Page 107 Appendix B: System Specifications Notes...
  • Page 108 UPER ERVER 1027R-73DBRF 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 significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

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