MSI G4101 User Manual
MSI G4101 User Manual

MSI G4101 User Manual

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  • Page 1 G4101 MS-S3371 Server Motherboard User Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Regulatory Notices ....................... 4 Safety Information ......................6 Specifications ........................ 7 Overview of Components ..................... 9 Block Diagram ......................10 CPU Socket ......................... 13 CPU & Heatsink Installation ................. 14 Memory Slots ......................17 CPU0_DIMM_F1~L1: DDR5 DIMM Slots .............. 17 Recommended Memory Population ..............
  • Page 3 Cooling Connectors ....................26 SYS_FAN1~8: System/CPU Fan Connectors ............26 CPU_FAN1~2: CPU Pump Connectors..............26 WATER_LEAKING1: CPU Pump Water Leak Detection Connector ..... 27 USB Connectors ......................28 DOM1: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Port ............... 28 JREAR1, JFUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Headers ............29 Other Connectors and Components .................
  • Page 4: Regulatory Notices

    Chemical Substances Information In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at: https://csr.msi.com/global/index CE Conformity Hereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive.
  • Page 5: Battery Information

    Copyright and Trademarks Notice Copyright © Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. The MSI logo used is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co., Ltd. All other marks and names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied.
  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety Information ∙ Always read the safety instructions carefully. ∙ Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. ∙ Keep this equipment away from humidity. ∙ Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. ∙ The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment from overheating.
  • Page 7: Specifications

    Specifications Model G4101 Form factor Proprietary Dimensions 310mm (12.2”W) x 548mm (21.57”D) Single AMD EPYC™ 9004 Series Processor with AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology, Processor TDP up to 400W Socket 1 x AMD Socket SP5 (LGA 6096) Networking 1 x GbE RJ45 port (for Mgmt.) (Realtek® RTL8211FD-CG) ∙...
  • Page 8 Model G4101 ∙ 5 x 6-pin system cooling fan connectors (supports chassis non hot-swap fans) ∙ 3 x 6-pin CPU cooling fan connectors (supports CPU cooling non hot-swap fans) Cooling Connectors ∙ 2 x 4-pin CPU pump connectors (supports CPU cooling pump) ∙...
  • Page 9: Overview Of Components

    Overview of Components JMPCIE5 JMPCIE6 PCIE_SLOT5 BAT1 JRTC_CLR1 PCIE_SLOT4 PCIE_SLOT6 PCIE_SLOT2 PCIE_SLOT1 PCIE_SLOT3 JMPCIE4 JMPCIE3 JBTN1 JRST1 JBMC2 JBMC1 JSEL_BMC1 JUID_SEL1 BMC_HB_LED SEG_LED4 M2_1 SEG_LED3 SEG_LED2 SEG_LED1 M2_2 JTPM1 JBMC_DBG1 JVGA PDB_I2C_1 JIPMB1 JSPI_MUX1 JUID JCOM1 JPSU1 JPWR_MB3 LAN1 DOM1 JPWR_MB2 JPWR_MB1 JFP1...
  • Page 10: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram CPU0_DIMM_G1 CPU0_DIMM_A1 CPU0_DIMM_L1 6 x DIMM Slots (1DPC) 6 x DIMM Slots (1DPC) CPU0_DIMM_F1 PCIe 3.0 (x4) 1 x M.2 M Key PCIe 5.0 (x16) Retimer 1 x PCIe x16 Slot (2280/ 22110) (PT5161L) PCIE_SLOT1 M2_1 Socket SP5 PCIe 5.0 (x16) Retimer 1 x PCIe x16 Slot...
  • Page 11: Component Contents

    Component Contents Component Page CPU Socket Memory Slots CPU0_DIMM_F1~L1: DDR5 DIMM Slots Storage Connectors JMCIO1~8: MCIO 8i Connectors M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (M Key, PCIe 3.0, 22110/ 2280) Expansion Slots PCIE_SLOT1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots Power Connectors JPWR_MB1~4: 8-Pin 12V Power Connectors (for MB PWR) JPWR_MB5: 8-Pin 12V Power Connector (for BP PWR) JPWR_MB6, JPWR_MB8: 4-Pin 5V Power Connectors JPWR_MB7, JPWR_MB9: 4-Pin 3V Power Connectors...
  • Page 12 Component Page BP_I2C_1, PDB_I2C_1: I2C Headers JCOM1: COM Port Header JBTN1: Power Button Header JRST1: Reset Button Header JUID: UID Button Header JCHASSIS1: Chassis Intrusion Header BAT1: CMOS Battery Jumpers Onboard LEDs BMC_HB_LED: BMC Heartbeat LED SEG_LED1~4: Port 80 Debug LEDs...
  • Page 13: Cpu Socket

    CPU Socket CPU0 ⚠ Important Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure the ∙ cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Make sure that you apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
  • Page 14: Cpu & Heatsink Installation

    CPU & Heatsink Installation Use appropriate ground straps, gloves and ESD mats to protect yourself from electrostatic discharge (ESD) while installing the processor. ⚠ Important Images are for illustration purposes only; actual parts may vary. 1. Remove the screw on the top of the retention frame. 2.
  • Page 15 4. Pull the external cap upward through the rail guides on the rail frame to remove it. 5. Grip the handle of the carrier frame and slide it downward with the flanges and the rail guides aligned. CPUs are shipped from the factory with pre-assembled carrier frames. ∙...
  • Page 16 7. Push the retention frame downward and use a torque screwdriver to tighten the screw in the middle. Torque Screwdriver Settings Screw Head: Torx T20 Torque: 12.5-15 kgf·cm* *12.5-15 kgf·cm = 122.6~147 N·m = 10.9~13 lbf·in 8. For peak thermal performance, apply proper amount of thermal paste to the bottom center of the heatsink.
  • Page 17: Memory Slots

    Memory Slots CPU0_DIMM_F1~L1: DDR5 DIMM Slots Channel F CPU0_DIMM_F1 Channel E CPU0_DIMM_E1 Channel D CPU0_DIMM_D1 Channel C CPU0_DIMM_C1 Channel B CPU0_DIMM_B1 Channel A CPU0_DIMM_A1 CPU0 Channel G CPU0_DIMM_G1 Channel H CPU0_DIMM_H1 Channel I CPU0_DIMM_I1 Channel J CPU0_DIMM_J1 Channel K CPU0_DIMM_K1 Channel L CPU0_DIMM_L1 Memory Slots...
  • Page 18: Recommended Memory Population

    Recommended Memory Population Ch L Ch K Ch J Ch I Ch H Ch G Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Ch E Ch F AMD® EPYC™ Channel Qty. of DDR5 Key Parameters for DIMM Configuration Parameter Possible Values # of DIMMs Populated Per Channel 1DPC (1 DIMM per channel) DIMM Type...
  • Page 19: Installing Memory Modules

    Installing Memory Modules 1. Open the side clips to unlock the DIMM slot. 2. Insert the DIMM vertically into the slot, ensuring that the off-center notch at the bottom aligns with the slot. 3. Push the DIMM firmly into the slot until it clicks and the side clips automatically close.
  • Page 20: Storage Connectors

    Storage Connectors M2_1 M2_2 JMCIO4 JMCIO3 JMCIO7 JMCIO5 JMCIO1 JMCIO8 JMCIO6 JMCIO2 Name Description PCIe 5.0 x8, 32GT/s (default) JMCIO1~2 SATA 3.0, 6Gb/s JMCIO3~8 PCIe 5.0 x8, 32GT/s M2_1 PCIe 3.0 x4, 8GT/s M2_2 PCIe 3.0 x2, 8GT/s Storage Connectors...
  • Page 21: Jmcio1~8: Mcio 8I Connectors

    JMCIO1~8: MCIO 8i Connectors These connectors serve as MCIO interface ports, supporting both SATA and NVMe devices. SSD_RX+ SSD_TX+ SSD_RX- SSD_TX- SSD_RX+ SSD_TX+ SSD_RX- SSD_TX- SMB_PEHPCPU_LV3_SCL FM_SMB_CPU_ALERT_N SMB_PEHPCPU_LV3_SDA CLK_100M_SSD_DP RST_PCIE_CPU_PERST_N CLK_100M_SSD_DN FM_PCIE_SSD_PRSNT_N JMCIO1~8 SSD_RX+ SSD_TX+ SSD_RX- SSD_TX- SSD_RX+ SSD_TX+ SSD_RX- SSD_TX- SSD_RX+ SSD_TX+...
  • Page 22: M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (M Key, Pcie 3.0, 22110/ 2280)

    M2_1~2: M.2 Slots (M Key, PCIe 3.0, 22110/ 2280) Please install the M.2 solid-state drive (SSD) into the M.2 slot as shown below. Installing M.2 SSD ⚽ Video Demonstration Watch the video to learn how to Install M.2 SSD. 1. Loosen the M.2 riser screw from the motherboard.
  • Page 23: Expansion Slots

    Expansion Slots PCIE_SLOT6: PCIe 4.0 x 16 slot (Gen 4 x8 signal) PCIE_SLOT5: PCIe 4.0 x 16 slot (Gen 4 x8 signal) PCIE_SLOT4: PCIe 5.0 x 16 slot (Gen 5 x16 signal) PCIE_SLOT3: PCIe 5.0 x 16 slot (Gen 5 x16 signal) PCIE_SLOT2: PCIe 5.0 x 16 slot (Gen 5 x16 signal) PCIE_SLOT1: PCIe 5.0 x 16 slot (Gen 5 x16 signal) PCIE_SLOT1~6: PCIe Expansion Slots...
  • Page 24: Power Connectors

    Power Connectors JPWR_MB3 JPWR_MB2 JPWR_MB1 JPWR_MB5 JPWR_MB4 JPWR_MB9 JPWR_MB7 JPWR_MB6 JPWR_MB8 JPWR_MB1~4: 8-Pin 12V Power Connectors (for MB PWR) P12V P12V JPWR_MB1~4 P12V P12V JPWR_MB5: 8-Pin 12V Power Connector (for BP PWR) P12V P12V_AUX JPWR_MB5 P12V_AUX P12V_STBY Power Connectors...
  • Page 25: Jpwr_Mb6, Jpwr_Mb8: 4-Pin 5V Power Connectors

    JPWR_MB6, JPWR_MB8: 4-Pin 5V Power Connectors JPWR_MB6 JPWR_MB8 JPWR_MB7, JPWR_MB9: 4-Pin 3V Power Connectors JPWR_MB7 JPWR_MB9 JPWR_HDD1: 8-Pin HDD/SATA Power Connector (on PDB) P12V P12V JPWR_HDD1 P12V P12V Power Delivery Board (PDB) JPWR_HDD1 ⚠ Important Make sure that all power connectors are securely connected to the power supply to ensure stable operation of the motherboard.
  • Page 26: Cooling Connectors

    Cooling Connectors CPU_FAN2 WATER_LEAKING1 CPU_FAN1 SYS_FAN8 SYS_FAN6 SYS_FAN7 SYS_FAN5 SYS_FAN2 SYS_FAN4 SYS_FAN1 SYS_FAN3 SYS_FAN1~8: System/CPU Fan Connectors The fan connectors support system/ CPU cooling fans. FAN_TACH P12V SYS_FAN1~8 P12V CPU_FAN1~2: CPU Pump Connectors The fan connectors support CPU cooling pump. P12V CPUFAN1~2 FAN_TACH...
  • Page 27: Water_Leaking1: Cpu Pump Water Leak Detection Connector

    WATER_LEAKING1: CPU Pump Water Leak Detection Connector This connector is for detecting water leaks in the CPU water cooling pump. If a leak is detected, the system will automatically shut down for protection. P5V_AUX Water_Leaking WATER_LEAKING1 Cooling Connectors...
  • Page 28: Usb Connectors

    USB Connectors DOM1 JFUSB1 JREAR1 DOM1: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Port DOM1 The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used for connecting USB devices such as keyboards, mice, or other compatible peripherals. It supports data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps and is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. USB Connectors...
  • Page 29: Jrear1, Jfusb1: Usb 3.2 Gen 1 Headers

    JREAR1, JFUSB1: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Headers These headers are backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices and support data transfer rate up to 5 Gbps. JREAR1 P5V_AUX_USB_BP2 HUB_SSD2P_ESD_DP HUB_SSRX1N_ESD HUB_SSD2N_ESD_DN HUB_SSRX1P_ESD HUB_SSTX2_C_ESD_TXP HUB_SSTX1_C_ESD_TXN HUB_SSTX2_C_ESD_TXN HUB_SSTX1_C_ESD_TXP HUB_SSRX2P_ESD JREAR1 HUB_SSD1N_ESD_DN HUB_SSRX2N_ESD JFUSB1 HUB_SSD1P_ESD_DP P5V_AUX_USB_BP3 No Pin JFUSB1...
  • Page 30: Other Connectors And Components

    Other Connectors and Components JVGA: Front VGA Header The VGA connector is provided for monitors. F_RED1 JVGA F_GRN1 F_BLU1 F_VS1 F_HS1 F_DDCDAT1 F_DDCCLK1 LAN1: GbE RJ45 Port (for mgmt.) The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to it.
  • Page 31: Jfp1: Front Panel Header

    JFP1: Front Panel Header The front panel header is provided for electrical connection to the front panel switches and LEDs. VDD_33_DUAL P3V3_AUX P3V3_AUX JFP1 FP_PWR_LED_B_R_N FP_ID_LED_B_R_N VDD_33_RUN SYS_ERR_LED#_N FP_HDD_ACT_LED_N SYS_FLT_LED#_N FP_PWR_BTN_L_R VDD_33_DUAL LAN_NIC_0_ACT_N_R FP_RST_BTN_L_R SMB_BMC_HSBP_STBY_LVC3_SDA SMB_BMC_HSBP_STBY_LVC3_SCL FP_ID_BTN_N_R FP_CHASSIS_INTRUSION (TP) VDD_33_DUAL NMI_BTN_N_R LAN_NIC_1_ACT_N_R JFP1...
  • Page 32: Jtpm1: Spi Tpm Header

    JTPM1: SPI TPM Header This header connects to a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) (optional). Please refer to the TPM security platform manual for more details. No pin P3V3_AUX TPM_RSMRST_N JTPM1 P3V3_AUX SPI_P0_3V3_LOC_CLK P3V3_AUX P3V3_AUX SPI_P0_3V3_LOC_MISO SPI_CPU0_3V3_MOSI SPI_TPM_CS_N P3V3_AUX IRQ_TPM_SPI_N P3V3_AUX P0_RESET_LS_L P3V3_AUX JTPM1...
  • Page 33: J95X8: 95X8 I/O Board Header

    J95X8: 95X8 I/O Board Header The 95X8 I/O board header is designed to interface with the 95X8 I/O Board. This I/O Board functions as an I/O expander, enabling the expansion of input/output capabilities within a system. GPIOG7 PU_FAN_PCH_TACH3 GPIOG6 PU_FAN_PCH_TACH2 J95X8 LED1_1000# LED1_100#...
  • Page 34: Jipmb1: Ipmb Header

    JIPMB1: IPMB Header Intelligent Platform Management Bus (IPMB) box header is used to connect various management components, such as Baseboard Management Controller (BMC). SMB_ PS1_DAT JIPMB1 SMB_PS1_CLK JPSU1: PDB Header This header is designed to interface with the Power Distribution Board (PDB). PMBUS_CLK1 VDD_33_DUAL_EN PMBUS_DATA1...
  • Page 35: Bp_I2C_1, Pdb_I2C_1: I2C Headers

    BP_I2C_1, PDB_I2C_1: I2C Headers I2C connector is used to connect to the System Management Bus (SMBus). BP_I2C_CLK1 BP_I2C_1 PDB_I2C_1 BP_I2C_DAT1 JCOM1: COM Port Header This header is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial device to it. CONB_DCD CONB_RXD JCOM1...
  • Page 36: Jbtn1: Power Button Header

    JBTN1: Power Button Header This header is provided to connect the system power button. JBTN1 FP_PWR_BTN# JRST1: Reset Button Header This header is provided to connect the system reset button. JRST1 FP_RST_BTN# JUID: UID Button Header This header is provided to connect the system UID button. JUID REAR_ID_BTN_N JBTN1...
  • Page 37: Jchassis1: Chassis Intrusion Header

    JCHASSIS1: Chassis Intrusion Header This header connects to the chassis intrusion switch cable. If the chassis is opened, the chassis intrusion mechanism will be activated. The system will record this status and show a warning message on the screen. To clear the warning, you must enter the BIOS utility and clear the record.
  • Page 38: Bat1: Cmos Battery

    BAT1: CMOS Battery If the CMOS battery is out of charge, the time in the BIOS will be reset and the data of system configuration will be lost. In this case, you need to replace the CMOS battery. Replacing CMOS battery 1.
  • Page 39: Jumpers

    Jumpers ⚠ Important Avoid adjusting jumpers when the system is on; it will damage the motherboard. JRTC_CLR1 JSEL_BMC1 JUID_SEL1 JSATA_NVME_SW1 Jumper Name Default Setting Description 1-2: Normal (default) JRTC_CLR1 2-3: Clear CMOS 1-2: UID Button (default) JUID_SEL1 2-3: BMC RST Button 1-2: BMC2 JSEL_BMC1 2-3: BMC1 (default)
  • Page 40: Onboard Leds

    Onboard LEDs BMC_HB_LED: BMC Heartbeat LED This LED indicates the BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) status. LED Status Description BMC is not activated BMC is functioning normally Blinking Onboard LEDs...
  • Page 41: Seg_Led1~4: Port 80 Debug Leds

    SEG_LED1~4: Port 80 Debug LEDs The Port 80 Debug LEDs display progress and error codes during and after POST (Power-On Self Test). Hexadecimal Character Table Hexadecimal LED display Hexadecimal LED display Onboard LEDs...
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