4u rackmount intel xeon scalable series gpu server, supporting 10 x pcie x16 double-deck cards plus 1 x pcie x16 and 1 x pcie x8 singledeck cards (102 pages)
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SKY-8134DU 1U High Performance Server Based on Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processor Family SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved Page I...
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Revision History Date Modifications Revision (mm/dd/yyyy) First release 12/01/2023 SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved Page 2...
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Advantech Co., Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
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If an Advantech product is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials, service time and freight.
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We appreciate your valuable input in helping make our products and documentation better. Please send all such - in writing to your sales representative. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 5...
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual may cause personal injury or damage to the equipment. Advantech intends to provide all necessary information to install and handle the SKY-8134DU in this manual. Because of the complexity of this product and its various uses, we do not guarantee that the given information is complete.
16. The sound pressure level at the operator’s position according to IEC 704- 1:1982 is no more than 70 dB (A). ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 11...
Advantech representative. The SKY-8134DU is packaged inside a single carton, collectively referred to as the “box” in the remainder of this document. When opening the box, you will find the SKY-8134DU embedded in protective foam and the accessory box embedded to the foam.
The SKY-8134DU comes as a pre-configured system with CPUs, memory and peripherals installed in the unit. In the rare case that you procured a barebone system or need to install components in the SKY-8134DU for any other reason, please refer to Section 3.3.
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Caution! DO NOT add any weight upon the system when chassis slide rail is installed. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 15...
1.3.3. Connecting to Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse The SKY-8134DU supports two VGA Ports and three USB ports for connection of a monitor, keyboard and mouse. Please refer to Section 2.4 for information on the location of the related connectors.
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Figure 1-1: PuTTY Session Configuration Figure 1-2: PuTTY Serial Configuration ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 17...
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Figure 1-4: PuTTY Colour Settings If the connection is successful you should be able to see the BIOS Power On (POST) screen after powering the unit: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 18...
- Install an OS via network boot. - Install an OS image via Advantech remote storage from Advantech BMC Web Interface If you use Advantech’s services to pre-install an OS, you can skip the following sections. 1.3.5.1. Pre-Installed reference OS If you receive this manual along with a sample unit, the system will have a reference OS installed by default.
PuTTY as described earlier. Power on the server. The boot priority in the SKY-8134DU’s BIOS is giving SATA devices higher priority than USB devices. This is a safety measure to avoid that any end user can tamper the unit when installed in the field with a bootable USB stick.
Server and TFTP server are commonly run on the same machine and collectively referred to as “boot server”. The PXE client in the SKY-8134DU sends the system’s GUID as part of the DHCP Request. Some boot servers have mechanisms to automatically configure the target OS image based on the client system’s GUID.
2.1. Overview The SKY-8134DU accommodates up to two PCIe Gen5 x16 and one OCP3.0 adapters, designed for applications requiring high TDP, high speed networking capacity or longer length add-on card. The server can significantly scale the bandwidth up and provide...
2.2. Product Versions The SKY-8134DU is available in the following standard configurations. Contact your Advantech representative for availability of other configuration options. Table 2-1: Available Product Versions Model Name Configurations SKY-8134DU Barebone Intel® C741A chipset, AC 800W PSUs, 12 x 2.5" NVMe/SATA SSD slots, 2 x PCIe5.0 x 16 SKY-8134DU-12RAA00 (FH, 3/4L), 1 x OCP3.0, 31”...
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Management Solution Advanced Lights Out Management compliant to System IPMI2.0 with security and availability enhancements Management Redfish API support iKVM and Support Advantech Web GUI style Node Manager Configurable shared or dedicated NIC support Dimension 438.0 x 756.0 x 43.2 mm (W x D x H) 17.24"...
2.3.2. System Dimensions The system dimensions (in mm) are shown below: Figure 2-2: System Dimensions ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 26...
Reset button Button Status LED* Put out information tag USB3.2 Gen1 port 12 x 2.5” SATA3/NVMe drive bays 2.5” drive bay Bezel Security Lock Lock ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 27...
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LED OFF: SEL cleared. Last pending warning or error has been de-asserted Green LED: Reserved. Can be controlled via pcimg command 2.4.1.2 Button Details ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 28...
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Figure 2-5: Front Buttons Table 2-4: Front Buttons Item Label Description Power up or power down the system Light the ID LED Reboot the system ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 29...
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2.4.1.3 Disk Bay Detail The SKY-8134DU supports twelve hot swappable 2.5” SSD/NVMe at the front. Table 2-5: Disk Bay Item Element Description 2.5” Disk Tray Disk #1 AE1A 2.5” Disk Tray AE2A Disk #2 2.5” Disk Tray Disk #3 AE3A 2.5”...
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Element Description Status LED ADT1A Activity LED (amber) ADT2A Handle Tray handle ADT3A Pushing the button will allow the tray handle to Button ADT4A open ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 31...
ID Button/LED ID Button/LED 2 x Shared MGMT GbE port LED behavior- Copper port Actively LED (Right) Link/Active: Green Status LED (Left) 1000Mbps: Green, 10/100Mbps: Amber ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 32...
Figure 2-12: Block Diagram 2.4.3. Processor(s) The SKY-8134DU supports Dual 4th/5th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors. The table below gives an overview of the processor SKUs for communication infrastructure which can be supported on the SKY-8134DU: Table 2-11: 4th/5th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors supported list...
For more information, please visit Intel website. 2.4.5. Memory A total of 32 DDR5 DIMMs are supported on the SKY-8134DU. Two DIMM sockets per DDR5 Channel with total 16 DDR5 Channels supported for dual 4th/5th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors.
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Also, it is recommended that the number of memories are balanced between CPU0 and CPU1 (i.e. if there are 8 memories, insert 4 at CPU 0 and 4 at CPU1). Recommended population order ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 35...
BMC over LAN via NC-SI interfaces. Connectors are located at the rear (Refer to 2.4.2). 2.4.9. A 2.0 Trusted Platform Module is supported on the SKY-8134DU. This module is TCG- compliant and has passed Common Criteria EAL4+ certification. 2.4.10. Mass Storage Two M.2 2280 SSDs are supported on the SKY-8134DU located underneath the...
Regular BIOS output as well as the setup menu are displayed via console port and please note that the SKY-8134DU does not have any on-board POST Code LEDs. A special POST code adapter is required to retrieve BIOS error codes.
Enhanced security (more information available under NDA) For a detailed description of Advanced Platform Management features, please contact Advantech representative directly to obtain the SKY-8134DU BMC specification. 2.4.16. Hardware and Environmental Monitoring BMC monitors all critical voltages on the SKY-8134DU: ...
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Figure 2-16: System Airflow ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 39...
2.5. Advanced Platform Features 2.5.1. Intrusion Detection The SKY-8134DU supports intrusion detection by default. Removing or lifting the top cover will activate an intrusion detection switch. Chassis intrusion will be signaled via an IPMI event by the BMC. 2.5.2. Watchdogs...
2.6. Available Accessories and Related Products 2.6.1. Accessories The following accessories are available for ordering. Please contact your Advantech representative for a list of available and supported peripherals such as memory modules, hard disks and solid state drives.
The following related products are available for ordering. Table 2-18: Related Products Configurations Model Name SKY-8134DU Barebone Intel® C741A chipset, AC 800W SKY-8134DU- PSUs, 12 x 2.5" NVMe/SATA SSD slots, 2 x PCIe5.0 x 16 12RAA00 (FH, 3/4L), 1 x OCP3.0, 31” 1U server w/ 2x Intel® Xeon®...
Chapter CONFIGURATION AND SERVICE ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 43...
This section describes the SKY-8134DU’s UEFI BIOS based on AMI’s APTIO BIOS. Users can modify BIOS settings and control the special features of the SKY-8134DU using the BIOS setup menu. Please note that Advantech supports shipping the SKY-8134DU with custom BIOS defaults to simplify the deployment and integration for our customers.
However, those terms are kept consistent with previous products to allow users to navigate more easily. The sub menus are described on the following pages. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 45...
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Table 3.2.3.1.1: Processor Configuration Menu Access / Group Setup item Description Options CPU signature Socket 0 / 1 Displays information on the processor Display only Microcode installed information Patch ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 46...
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(MSR 1A4h [2]). Enable or disable DCU IP Prefetcher DCU IP Enable feature. Prefetcher Disable DCU IP prefetcher is an L1 data cache prefetcher (MSR 1A4h [3]). ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 47...
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Enable/Disable VMD Hot Plug for PCIe Capable Disable Root Ports Auto / PORT 1A > Gen 1 (2.5 Change PCI Express Devices Settings. Link Speed GT/s) / Gen 2 (5 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 48...
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Enable - Set the c_l1_en, Disable - Disabled / Link L1 Enable Reset it, Auto - Auto decides based on Enabled / Auto Si Compatibility. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 49...
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Configuration ACPI Settings Select sub-menu. Runtime Error Select sub-menu. Logging PCH state after Power on/Power Select S0/S5 for ACPI state after a G3 Off/Last State ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 50...
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Show current SATA devices in use on the SATA Port 0 - 3 Display only SKY-8134DU SATA Hot Plug Disabled / Designates this port as Hot Pluggable. #Port 0 - 3 Eneabled ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 51...
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None Enable the system ability to hibernate Enable Enabled / (OS/S4 sleep state), this option may be not Hibernation Disabled effective with some O.S ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 52...
Step 1. ① Unlock the latch with a screw driver. Step 2. ② Grab the handle and slide the top cover backwards and lift off. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 54...
3.3.4. Installing the PSU Step 1. Insert PSU module into the bay. Step 2. The lock will flip to the right automatically when the PSU is seated. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 55...
Step 1. Align the system fan with the fan slot on the system board. Carefully press the fan module straight into the slot until it is securely seated. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 56...
Step 2. ② Loosen the screws that secured the riser assembly from the rear side Step 3. ③ Carefully lift the riser assembly up from the chassis bottom ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 57...
Step 10. Tighten the screws to fix the link bar 3.3.11. Disk Installation 3.3.11.1. 2.5” SSD/NVMe Drives Note! You need: - A PH1 screw driver - A standard 2.5” SSD/NVMe ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 58...
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Step 5. Insert the tray into the disk bay until the drive engages with the connector on the HDD backplane. Now click the handle back to the tray. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 59...
Figure 3-41: Opening DIMM Latches Step 3. Select DIMM orientation so that the keys in the DIMM module and socket match. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 60...
Note: In case you want to install another DIMM, repeat steps 1 to 5 accordingly. 3.3.13. CPU Installation The SKY-8134DU normally ships as a pre-configured system with CPUs and memory installed. Installing CPUs requires trained personal, special tools and a full production environment.
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/ or RMA. For more detailed information, please refer to BMC web, Node Explorer user manual. https://www.advantech.com/support/details/manual?id=1-1MU1KB1 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 62...
Appendix Connector Pinout and LED Information ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Page 63...
A.1 Console Port SKY-8134DU uses RJ45 connector for the console port at rear I/O panel. Figure A-1: RJ45 Console Connector Table A-1: Console Connector Pin Assignment Pin No. Signal Name Description Request To Send Data Terminal Ready Transmitted Data Digital Circuit Ground...
A.2 USB 3.0/2.0 Type A ports SKY-8134DU provides three USB 3.2 Gen1 ports, one is at the front I/O panel and another two are the front panel. Front panel Rear I/O Figure A-2: USB Type A Connector Table A-2: USB Type A port Pin Assignment Pin No.
Blue video No Connection Ground Ground Ground Ground Power +5V DC Ground No Connection DDC_Data I²C data HSYNC Horizontal sync VSYNC Vertical sync DDC_CLK I²C clock SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved Page 66...
A.4 RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T Ports SKY-8134DU has two 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ45 ports, these connectors can be found at rear panel. Speed Link/Active Figure A-5: RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T Connector A.4.1 Port Pinout Table A-5: RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T Port Pin Assignment Pin No. Signal Name Description...
The specifications of the available power supplies for the SKY-8134DU are listed below. Please consult your Advantech representative regarding other power supply options. B.1 Redundant 1200W AC PSU Table B-1: 1200W AC Power Supply Specification Comment Item Specification Conditions 100-240V~, 12-7A, 50-60Hz (per AC PSU)
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GB 17625.1 – (Harmonics) CNCA Certification (China) Input Brown Out Input Surge Input Transient Protection Output Over voltage Output Over current & Short circuit Thermal Fan failure SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved Page 70...
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Appendix Declaration of Conformity SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved Page 71...
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The SKY-8134DU has been successfully tested for compliance to the regulations below. Should you need a signed copy of the declaration of conformity or the related test reports, please contact your Advantech representative. This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables are used for external wiring.
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Appendix Warranty and RMA SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved Page 73...
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Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation.
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Appendix Glossary SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved Page 75...
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PCI Express PECI Platform Environment Control Interface PCI SIG PCI Special Interest Group PICMG PCI Industrial Computer Manufacturers Group POST Power On Self Test Power Supply Unit SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved Page 76...
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Sensor Data Record SerDes Serializer/Deserializer Serial Over LAN Solid State Disk Software Trusted Platform Module Transmit UDIMM Unbuffered DIMM UHCI Universal Host Controller Interface Universal Serial Bus SKY-8134DU Manual V01 12/01/2023 Copyright 2023 Advantech Co. Ltd. All rights reserved Page 77...
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