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  • Page 1 AX300 Series Edge Server Product Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Revision History Date Revision History 01 Dec 2024 First release of Axial AX300 Series Server manual Table of Contents 1 - System Overview 1.1 - System Introduction 1.2 - Accessories 1.3 - Drivers, Firmware, and Additional Information 1.4 - Product Specifications 1.5 - System Dimensions and Exterior Features...
  • Page 3 3.3 - CR2032 CMOS Battery Socket 3.4 - PMBus 3.5 - RS232 COM Header 3.6 - Dual Rotor Fan Header 3.7 - Front Panel Header 3.8 - AUX Front Panel Header 3.9 - ATX 12V Power 3.10 - VROC 3.11 - BMC SMBus 3.12 - USB 3.2 Gen1 3.13 - ATX Power 3.14 - Drive Headers, Labeling, and Recommended Population...
  • Page 4 4.4.2.2 - Typical Configuration Thermal Performance Test 4.4.3 - CPU Performance Relative to High Ambient Temperatures 5 - Power 5.1 - Supported Power Supplies 5.2 - Power Redundancy 5.3 - Power Table 5.3 - Input Voltage and Line Cords 6 - Operating Systems 7 - RAID Configuration 7.1 - Supported RAID Types 7.1.1 - VROC Options...
  • Page 5 9.8 - Servicing 5.25” Bay Device 9.9 - PCIe Devices and GPUs 10 - Regulatory Compliance 10.1 - CE 10.2 - FCC Statement 10.3 - ISED 10.4 - UKCA 10.5 - VCCI 10.6 - Compliance Information 11 - Appendices 11.1 - Appendix A: Technical Support 11.2 - Appendix E: Safe Use and Installation Instructions 11.2.1 - Safe Use and Installation Instructions 11.2.2 - Précautions et guide d’installation...

  • Page 6: System Overview

    1 - System Overview 1.1 - System Introduction The Axial AX300 Series of powerful, high-density edge servers are specifically engineered for complex computing workloads. Equipped with 4th 5th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processing and a huge range of expansion and storage options, the AX300 Series delivers exceptional performance in a shallow depth, 3U form factor.
  • Page 7 Axial AX300 Series with Security Bezel and Slide Rails Axial AX300 Series with Tower Stand, Security Bezel, and Rear Cable Security Bezel...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    If additional items were purchased, such as rail mounting kits/brackets, they will be included in the system packaging. 1.3 - Drivers, Firmware, and Additional Information Drivers, firmware, and product information can be found on the product pages of AX300 Series systems. Visit the AX300 Series page to learn more - https://www.onlogic.com/ax300...

  • Page 9: Product Specifications

    Intel Speed Select Technology (Intel SST-PP) can be used to adjust TDP Support for CPU models may be delayed from initial release. Additional CPU models may be supported based on customer request. Consult OnLogic sales. Up to 16x DDR5 RDIMM from 16 to 64 GB in EC8...
  • Page 10 1x PCIe Gen 5 x8 / CXL 1.1 (x8 Electrical, x16 Compatible) Slot 2x MCIO (PCIe5.0 x8) [CPU0] 3x OCuLink (PCIe3.0 x4 or 4 SATA 6Gb/s) [PCH] Up to 13 SATA 6Gb/s, support RAID 0/1/5/10 All AX300 Series Servers Expansion & Storage 1x 2.5” SATA Rear Drive Bay AX301, AX303, AX305, AX307 Support for up to 8x 2.5"...
  • Page 11 Rack Mount 23” (564-850mm) slide rail with Optional Cable Management 2-post 19” EIA Mounting Bracket Wall Mount Tower Stand 5-40°C (ASHRAE A3 Operating Temperature) (Configuration Dependent) Operating Temperature Maximum ambient temperature decreases by 1°C for every 175m (574 ft) increase in altitude above 900m (2,953 ft) Storage Temperature -40-70°C 8~85% Relative, non-condensing...

  • Page 12: System Dimensions And Exterior Features

    1.5 - System Dimensions and Exterior Features 1.5.1 - System Dimensions Axial AX300 Series without Security Bezel Axial AX300 Series with Front Security Bezel...
  • Page 13 Axial AX300 Series with Tower Stand, Front Security Bezel, and Rear Cable Security Bezel...

  • Page 14: Front I/O Ports

    1.5.2 - Front I/O Ports 1.5.3 - Rear I/O Ports...

  • Page 15: Front Leds & Buttons

    1.5.4 - Front LEDs & Buttons LED / Button Color Blink Power White Device is on Device is off ID indicator ID indicator is ID indicator is Blue asserted deasserted blinking (Identification) System fault Orange No active fault asserted (Error) The ID LED/Button is available to assist with locating the system.

  • Page 16: Front Security Bezel With Intrusion Detection

    1.5.5 - Front Security Bezel with Intrusion Detection The Axial AX300 Series Edge Server supports an optional front security bezel. The security bezel helps prevent unauthorized access and tampering with the front ports and buttons of the system. A barrel lock is used to secure the security bezel in place. A key for the barrel lock is included in the accessory package.

  • Page 18: Two Point Locking Lid With Intrusion Detection

    1.5.6 - Two Point Locking Lid with Intrusion Detection The Axial AX300 Series Edge Server chassis lid has a two point locking mechanism with an intrusion mechanism built natively into the system chassis. For the two point locking mechanisms, the first locking point is the top barrel lock. A key for the top barrel lock is included in the accessory box, and is shared with the front security bezel and the cable bezel.

  • Page 20: Optional Rear Cable Security Bezel

    1.5.7 - Optional Rear Cable Security Bezel The Axial AX300 Series Edge Server supports an optional rear cable bezel (Part Number: B2-AX301). The cable bezel helps prevent unauthorized access and tampering with the rear ports, power supplies, buttons and cables of the system. The lid has brush pass throughs on either side to allow routing of...

  • Page 21: System Label

    1.6 - System Label The system label is located on the right side of the chassis as depicted in the image below. The system label will contain the following information: System Model ● OnLogic Serial Number ● Regulatory & Compliance Certification Logos ●...

  • Page 22: Front Service Label

    1.7 - Front Service Label On the front of the chassis, there is a retractable product information label containing pertinent product information such as: System Model ● OnLogic Serial Number ● BMC MAC addresses ●...

  • Page 23: Motherboard Overview

    1.8 - Motherboard Overview 1.8.1 - System Block Diagram...

  • Page 24: Internal Motherboard Features & Headers

    1.8.2 - Internal Motherboard Features & Headers...
  • Page 25 Item Description Item Description Front VGA Header (FRNT_VGA1) System Fan Connector (FAN8) PSU SMBus Header (PSU_SMB1) ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V3) ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V4) Backplane PCI Express Hot-Plug Connector Auxiliary Panel Header (AUX_PANEL1) (CPU1_HSBP1) Backplane PCI Express Hot-Plug Connector System Panel Header (PANEL1)
  • Page 26 Item Description Item Description OCuLink Connector (4 SATA 6Gb/s) (OCU2) PCI Express 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE3) OCuLink Connector (4 SATA 6Gb/s) (OCU1) PCI Express 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE4) System Fan Connector (FAN7) PCI Express 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE5) System Fan Connector (FAN3) PCI Express 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE6) 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_J1, System Fan Connector (FAN5)

  • Page 27: Onboard Motherboard Led Indicators

    1.8.3 - Onboard Motherboard LED Indicators Item Status Description FAN2 failed FAN_LED2 (Unused) FAN1 failed FAN_LED1 (Unsused) FAN_LED7 FAN7 failed FAN_LED5 FAN5 failed FAN_LED3 FAN3 failed...
  • Page 28 Item Status Description FAN_LED8 FAN8 failed FAN_LED4 FAN4 failed FAN_LED6 FAN6 failed STB PWR SB_PWR1 Green ready BMC_LED1 Green heartbeat...

  • Page 29: I/O Definitions

    2 - I/O Definitions 2.1 - Networking The AX300 Series features the following onboard Ethernet ports: Port Chipset Capabilities Dedicated BMC Management port. Only used for system management functions Realtek such as IPMI, RedFish, Remote Management, RTL8211FD 1GbE Mgmt (Attached to etc.

  • Page 30: 10Gbe Networking Port Leds

    There are 2x USB 2.0 Type-A in the rear and 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports in the front of the Axial AX300 Series Server. 2.5 - VGA Video There is one VGA Video port located on the back of the Axial AX300 Series Server. This is connected to the AST2600 BMC Chip.

  • Page 31: Internal Connectivity

    3 - Internal Connectivity 3.1 - M.2 2280/22110 M-key The M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M) supports type 2280/22110 M.2 PCI Express modules up to Gen5 x4 (32GT/s x4).

  • Page 32: Tpm Header

    3.2 - TPM Header The Axial AX300 Series supports an optional discrete TPM 2.0 module. The TPM module included with the AX300 Series Server is the Infineon SLB9670 TPM2.0 (13-pin SPI module) 3.3 - CR2032 CMOS Battery Socket A socket is provided for a CR2032 battery. Regulatory requirements dictate the installed battery shall be rated for operation to at least 85°C.

  • Page 33: Dual Rotor Fan Header

    3.6 - Dual Rotor Fan Header Seven fan headers are included. Hotswap is supported at the motherboard level. 3.7 - Front Panel Header The front panel header provides power button and LED, reset button and hard disk activity connections. AX300 exposes the power button and LED on the chassis and leaves the others disconnected.

  • Page 34: Atx 12V Power

    3.9 - ATX 12V Power Four (4) 12V Aux power inputs are present. All four inputs are used in units built by OnLogic and can only be used with the CBPW166 cable. 3.10 - VROC A VROC key header is included to enable Intel Virtual RAID on CPU and NCME/AHCI RAID on CPU PCIE.

  • Page 35: Usb 3.2 Gen1

    System voltages are provided to the motherboard through a standard 24-pin ATX power connector. 3.14 - Drive Headers, Labeling, and Recommended Population 3.14.1 - SATA Headers There is one SATA header on the AX300 Series Server motherboard. The data ports support SATA III 6Gbps storage devices. 3.14.2 - MCIO Header There are 2 MCIO headers on the Axial AX300 Series motherboard.

  • Page 36: Oculink Headers

    3.14.3 - OCuLink Headers There are three OCuLink headers on the Axial AX300 Series motherboard that each support PCIe3.0x4 or 4 SATA 6Gb/s per port. When configured for SATA, OCU 1 provides ports SATA0_0, SATA0_1, SATA0_2 and SATA0_3 OCU 2 provides ports SATA0_4, SATA0_5, SATA0_6 and SATA0_7 OCU 3 provides ports SATA1_4, SATA1_5, SATA1_6 and SATA1_7 Note that when configured as SATA, OCU 1 and 2 occupy a single VROC RAID instance apart from...

  • Page 37: Expansion Storage Physical Location

    3.14.4 Expansion Storage Physical Location All expansion storage options are located in either the 3.5” or 5.25” expansion bays: 5.25” Front Bay Options: 8x SATA SSD Bay - 8x 2.5", 5mm to 7mm, SATA Drives (8x SATA) ● 4x NVMe SSD Bay - 4x 2.5" U.2/U.3 (SFF-8643) NVMe SSD Drives (4x OCuLink) ●...

  • Page 38: Front 5.25" Drive Bay Population

    3.14.5 - Front 5.25” Drive Bay Population The following drive population recommendations are provided to ensure consistency of connectivity, operation, and OS drive enumeration aligned to physical drive bay locations. 8x SATA SSD Bay Bay Number Enumerates As: Physical Port SATA0_0 OCU1 SATA0_1...
  • Page 39 4x NVMe SSD Bay Bay Number Enumerates As: Physical Port MCIO1-1 MCIO1 MCIO1-2 MCIO1 MCIO2-1 MCIO2 MCIO2-2 MCIO2...
  • Page 40 12x M.2 Bay Bay Number Enumerates As: Physical Port SATA0_0 OCU1 SATA0_1 OCU1 SATA0_2 OCU1 SATA0_3 OCU1 SATA0_4 OCU2 SATA0_5 OCU2 SATA0_6 OCU2 SATA0_7 OCU2 SATA1_4 OCU3 SATA1_5 OCU3 SATA1_6 OCU3 SATA1_7 OCU3...

  • Page 41: Rear 3.5" Drive Bay Population

    3.15 - PCIe Gen 5.0 Slots (Six x16 & One x8) The AX300 Series features 7 PCI 5.0 Express slots on the motherboard (Note: PCIE1 is electrically x8). The PCIe lanes are routed to the listed CPU and offer support for various types of devices.
  • Page 42 Device Support by PCIe Lane AX300 CPU1 CPU0 CPU1 CPU1 CPU0 CPU1 CPU0 Variant Slot #0 Slot #1 (x8) Slot #2 Slot #3 Slot #4 Slot #5 Slot #6 AX301 Network Only AX302 Network Only Any (No Dual Slot Network Dual Slot AX303 Network Only...

  • Page 43: Recommended Pcie Lane Population Order

    3.15.1 - Recommended PCIe lane population order To maximize performance and compatibility of PCIe adapters, the following PCIe lane population order should be followed when adding PCIe adapters to the system. System SKU PCIe Population Recommendation Maximum Single Slot PCIe Adapters: 3 Maximum Dual Slot Adapters: 2 Populate First: GPU/Other PCIe x16 Adapter AX301 / AX302...
  • Page 44 PCIe lanes are numbered below for reference.

  • Page 45: Ddr5 Dimm Slots

    3.16 - DDR5 DIMM Slots The AX300 Series supports up to sixteen (eight per CPU) 288-pin DDR5 DIMM slots in two groups, and supports Single Channel Memory Technology. 5th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processors support transfer speeds between 4800MT/s and 5600MT/s depending on the processor SKU.

  • Page 46: Dimm Population Requirements

    3.16.3 - DIMM Population Requirements The following rules apply to when populating DIMMs in the AX300 Series Server: 1. Only DDR5 DIMMs may be installed into the system. 2. The maximum frequency of the system memory will never exceed that of the lowest frequency DIMM(s) installed in the system.

  • Page 47: Memory Recommendations When Using Gpus

    Dual CPU configurations: x2 CPU Configuration CPU 0 Number of Total DIMMs DIMM Slot CPU 1 Number of Total DIMMs DIMM Slot 3.16.4 - Memory recommendations when using GPUs When GPUs are installed in the system, it is recommended that the minimum system memory should be at least 1.5 times the total GPU memory.

  • Page 48: Dr. Debug - Onboard Led Debug

    3.17 - Dr. Debug - Onboard LED Debug Dr. Debug is used to provide code information, making debugging easier. Please see the charts below for Dr. Debug code information. Code Description Code Description 0x10 PEI_CORE_STARTED 0xB0 RT_SET_VIRTUAL_ADDRESS_MAP_BEGIN 0x11 PEI_CAR_CPU_INIT 0xB1 RT_SET_VIRTUAL_ADDRESS_MAP_END 0x15 PEI_CAR_NB_INIT...
  • Page 49 Code Description Code Description 0x91 PEI_CORE_STARTED 0xD1 DXE_NB_ERROR 0x92 DXE_PCI_BUS_BEGIN 0xD2 DXE_SB_ERROR 0x93 DXE_PCI_BUS_HPC_INIT 0xD3 DXE_ARCH_PROTOCOL_NOT_AVAILABLE 0x94 DXE_PCI_BUS_ENUM 0xD4 DXE_PCI_BUS_OUT_OF_RESOURCES 0x95 DXE_PCI_BUS_REQUEST_RESOURCES 0xD5 DXE_LEGACY_OPROM_NO_SPACE 0x96 DXE_PCI_BUS_ASSIGN_RESOURCES 0xD6 DXE_NO_CON_OUT 0x97 DXE_CON_OUT_CONNECT 0xD7 DXE_NO_CON_IN 0x98 DXE_CON_IN_CONNECT 0xD8 DXE_INVALID_PASSWORD 0x99 DXE_SIO_INIT 0xD9 DXE_BOOT_OPTION_LOAD_ERROR 0x9A DXE_USB_BEGIN 0xDA...

  • Page 50: Thermals And Cooling

    4.1 - System Fans and Airflow Direction The Axial AX300 Series Edge Server has five 80 x 80 x 38mm system fans, which can be independently controlled and configured via the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) relative to the supported system temperature sensors.

  • Page 51: Temperature Sensors

    By default, the fans are divided into 3 cooling zones: PCIe Expansion, CPU and Memory, and Power Supply and Storage. Internal baffling ensures CPU air flow is directed through the CPU heatsinks. A partial diverting duct directs some of the exhaust air from CPU0 around CPU1 and bypass air from the inlet to CPU1.
  • Page 52 Upper Non Critical Upper Critical Sensor Name Temperature °C Temperature °C MB TEMP1 MB TEMP2 TRMB1 TEMP_CPU TjMax - 1 TjMax TEMP_VR TEMP_CARD_SIDE TEMP_X710 TEMP_TR1 TEMP_M.2 TEMP_GPU...

  • Page 53: Default Fan Settings

    4.3 - Default Fan Settings The system is configured to operate in accordance with a closed loop thermal algorithm which accounts for components’ temperature maximums, reduced acoustics, lower power consumption, and optimal performance. 4.3.1 - Fan Zone Assignments The fan zone assignments, default closed loop tables, and associated temperature sensors are outlined in this section.

  • Page 54: Fan Zone 2 - Pcie / Gpu Area

    As per the default configuration settings, the system fans will increase duty cycle at 1% increments every second when the CPU temperature is at or above 80°C. When the temperature drops below 65°C, the system fan duty cycle will reduce by 1% every second. 4.3.1.2 - Fan Zone 2 - PCIe / GPU Area Assigned Temperature Sensor: TEMP_GPUx, M.2 Temp Assigned Fans: FAN3, FAN4...

  • Page 55: Fan Zone 3 - Psu / Storage Area

    4.3.1.3 - Fan Zone 3 - PSU / Storage Area Assigned Temperature Sensor: TRMB1 (Ambient Temperature Sensor) Assigned Fans: FAN7 Closed Loop Table 3 Value Ramp Up Temp (°C) Ramp Up Interval (sec) Ramp Up Duty (%) Ramp Down Temp (°C) Ramp Down Interval (sec) Ramp Down Duty (%) Ramp Threshold (°C)

  • Page 56: Additional Fan Defaults

    4.3.2 - Additional Fan Defaults The default system idle duty cycle is 15% and the default maximum duty is 95%. Due to the chassis air inlet and outlet sizing, the fan performance does not marginally improve above 95% duty cycle, while fan noise increases. Upon System Fan Failure or BMC Firmware Update, System Fans will ramp to maximum speed.

  • Page 57: Workload Applications/Test

    Memory 16Gb DDR5 RAM PCIe Expansion NVIDIA RTX6000 ADA Series GPU Front Storage Expansion 128Gb SATA SSD inside 8-Bay Drive Enclosure Rear Storage Expansion 128GB SATA SSD inside 1-bay Drive Enclosure Power Supply Delta 2400W CRPS 4.4.1.2 - Workload Applications/Test Component Workload Processor...

  • Page 58: Temperature Range

    4.4.1.3 - Temperature Range The system performance was tested along a ramp with the following levels at two hours per level. During the test sequence numerous points throughout the system were monitored to ensure adequate cooling was provided to components in the system. The system was also tested 5ºC and 10ºC above its rated temperature range to help classify performance outside of the rated temperature range.

  • Page 59: Test Results

    4.4.2.3 - Typical Configuration Thermal Performance Test Summary: The Axial AX300 Series system built with a typical hardware configuration performs at full capacity under the workload up to 40°C. CPUs maintain the full workload across the full temperature sweep. The Nvidia RTX 4500 ADA remains below critical temperatures for the operational range and...
  • Page 60 4.4.2.4 - Maximum Configuration Thermal Performance Test Summary: The Axial AX300 Series system built with a maximized hardware configuration performs at full capacity under the workload up to 40°C. CPUs maintain the full workload across the full temperature sweep. The four Nvidia RTX 6000 ADA cards remain below critical temperatures for the...

  • Page 61: Cpu Performance Relative To High Ambient Temperatures

    4.4.3 - CPU Performance Relative to High Ambient Temperatures CPUs with high Thermal Design Power (TDP) ratings may experience performance throttling under sustained, maximum workloads, particularly in high ambient temperature environments. To optimize performance in high ambient temperature environments, it is recommended to characterize workloads accordingly and adjust system settings as needed.

  • Page 62: Power

    5 - Power The sections below focus on the power features and capabilities of the AX300 Series Server. 5.1 - Supported Power Supplies The system supports two redundant power supplies, which may be 1000W/2400W depending on the selected mode and input voltage (110V/240V respectively). These power supplies are hot-swappable, meaning they can be replaced while the system is running without interrupting its operation.

  • Page 63: Power Table

    5.3 - Power Table This table represents the max power draw of a max configuration AX300 Series Server with two 6548Y+ CPUs, a selection of GPUs, and 1 of the 3 options for storage docks in the front.

  • Page 64: Input Voltage And Line Cords

    2400 W 110 - 127V 2064 W 220 - 240V 2400 W 6 - Operating Systems The AX300 Series Server supports the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Essentials ● Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Standard ● Ubuntu 22.04 - Server ●...

  • Page 65: Supported Raid Types

    RAID levels with different configurations and benefits, each offering varying levels of performance and data redundancy. The Axial AX300 Series Server supports onboard RAID via Intel Virtual RAID on CPU (Intel VROC) supported by the Intel Xeon Scalable processors.

  • Page 66: Raid 1: Mirroring

    0 volume will be lost, along with all data stored on it. Therefore, it is recommended to use RAID 0 only for non-critical data or as part of a larger backup and disaster recovery strategy. RAID 0 requires a minimum of two drives.. For RAID 0, it is recommended to use disks of the same interface, speed, and capacity.

  • Page 67: Raid 10: Mirrored Striped

    allowing data to be reconstructed in the event of a single drive failure. RAID 5 offers good performance and fault tolerance for small to medium-sized businesses, but it has a higher overhead and is more complex than some other RAID configurations. Additionally, in the event of a second drive failure, data loss can occur.

  • Page 69: Raid Configuration Via Bios

    7.2 - RAID Configuration via BIOS RAID volumes can be configured and created via the BIOS or from an operating system (OS). If an operating system is to be installed on to a RAID volume, the processes outlined in this section must be followed in order to appropriately enable RAID and create the RAID volume where the OS will be deployed.

  • Page 70: Creating A Raid Volume In Bios

    7.2.2 - Creating a RAID Volume in BIOS After VMD has been enabled, a RAID volume can be created. The following procedure outlines the process to create a RAID volume using the RAID configuration utility: 1. Press F2 or Del to enter UEFI System Setup and navigate to Advanced → Intel(R) VROC SATA Controller 2.
  • Page 71 3. Assign a Name and Select the RAID Level you want to create (e.g. RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, etc.) and specify the settings for the RAID volume (e.g. strip size, capacity, etc.). 4. Choose the hard drives you want to include in the RAID array and add them to the volume by assigning them with an X.

  • Page 72: Deleting A Raid Volume Via Raid Option Rom

    5. Select Create Volume 6. Reboot the system and verify that the RAID array has been detected by the operating system or OS installation media. 7.2.3 - Deleting a RAID Volume via RAID Option ROM It's important to note that deleting a RAID volume will erase all data on the hard drives in the array, so be sure to back up any important data before proceeding.

  • Page 73: Windows Raid Installation & Configuration

    To install an OS on to a created RAID volume, perform the following steps to install the Intel Virtual RAID on CPU driver during operating system setup: 1. Download the latest Intel Virtual RAID on CPU Driver package from the OnLogic Support Site Intel and extract the contents to a USB drive.

  • Page 74: Creating A Raid Volume Via Intel Virtual Raid On Cpu

    6. After reading and reviewing the warnings, Click Next. 7. Read the license agreement. To agree and proceed, click Yes to accept the terms and continue. 8. From the Readme file information, Click Next. The application files will now be installed. 9.

  • Page 75: Linux Raid Installation & Configuration

    Warning: Deleting a RAID volume will destroy all contents held within the RAID array. 7.4 - Linux RAID Installation & Configuration Intel VROC for Linux is mostly delivered through open-source operating system kernel and user space tools, with no additional software download required for specific Linux* distribution releases. It is up to the specific operating system vendor to pull-in Intel VROC features and patches.

  • Page 76: Mounting Hardware

    8 - Mounting Hardware The Axial AX300 Series Edge Server has been designed with flexibility in mind and can be mounted in different ways. As the system is designed to fit industry standard 19” Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) racks, there are multiple rack mounting rail kits available. Additionally, a 19” EIA two-post rack mounting option is available.

  • Page 77: Rackmount Ball Bearing Slide Rails

    8.1.1 - Rackmount Ball Bearing Slide Rails The Ball Bearing Slide Rails are an optional accessory designed to enhance the functionality and ease of use of the Edge Server. These slide rails are designed to be used with standard 19" EIA racks and allow for easy installation and removal of the server from the rack.

  • Page 78: Cable Management Arm Slide Rail Kit

    Reverse Orientation: Install the six M4x0.7 L=4mm Low Profile Cheesehead screws provided with the rail kit. Align the first hole in the rail with the hole label specified in the table below. Rail SKU Minimum Maximum Forward Reverse Compatible Span Span Mounting Mounting...
  • Page 79 Mounting: Integrated with slide rail, Rack Depth Range (front to back flange): 597mm (23.5in) to 850mm (33.5in). Clip the cable management arm into the brackets on the slide rail...

  • Page 80: Two-Post Rack Bracket Kit

    8.1.3 - Two-Post Rack Bracket Kit The Two-Post Rack Bracket Kit (Part Number: MTR-2POST-AX301) is an optional accessory designed to enable flexible mounting of the Edge Server. These brackets are designed to be used with standard 19" EIA Two-Post racks and allow for stable and secure mounting of the server in a rack. The Two-Post Rack Bracket Kit supports both forward and reverse mounting.
  • Page 81 Step 2: Install the edge server in the brackets. Secure the server using two M5x0.8 L=15mm Pan Head Screws.

  • Page 82: Reverse Rail Mounting

    8.1.4 - Reverse Rail Mounting The Axial AX300 Series Edge Server is designed to accommodate a reversed, front I/O rackmount orientation, with the I/O and power supplies facing the front of the rack. All rail kit options with supported rear I/O are also supported in a “reverse” orientation, with I/O and power supplies facing the front of the rack.

  • Page 83: Other Mounting

    8.2 - Other Mounting 8.2.1 - Wall Mount Kit The Axial AX300 Series Edge Server wall mount kit (Part Number: MTW116) is made of sturdy metal and designed to securely hold the server in place against a wall. This optional accessory includes the necessary wall mounting brackets and hardware to flexibly mount the Axial AX300 Series Edge Server system where a rack is not available or practical.

  • Page 85: Tower Feet

    8.2.2 - Tower Feet The optional tower feet (Part Number: MTT-AX301) allow the Axial AX300 Series Edge Server to be used vertically in a desktop tower configuration. Using the front and rear security bezels in conjunction with the tower feet is strongly recommended.

  • Page 86: Bezels

    8.3 - Bezels 8.3.1 - Front Security Bezel The Axial AX300 Series Edge Server offers an optional front security bezel (Part Number: F1-AX301) that prevents access to the front USB ports, buttons and hot-swap chassis fans. For rack mounted configurations, the front bezel also prevents access to the rack screws to prevent unauthorized removal from the rack.
  • Page 87 The rack-out protection prohibits the removal of the system through the tabs on the bottom corners, offering an additional layer of security. If the rack-out protection is not desired, the screw covers can be removed. Press firmly upward on the screw cover until the pegs pop out of the keyhole slots.

  • Page 88: Rear Cable Security Bezel

    8.3.2 - Rear Cable Security Bezel The rear cable security bezel (Part Number: B2-AX301) for the Axial AX300 Series Edge Server prevents unauthorized removal or installation of cables or devices from the rear I/O ports. The bezel has openings on the left and right sides to allow cables to pass through. These openings are protected with dust brushes, and the rear bezel supports an optional dust filter for use in reverse...

  • Page 89: System Servicing Instructions

    9 - System Servicing Instructions The Axial AX300 Series Edge Server is designed to be compact while maintaining easy serviceability. Please follow the instructions below to service the specified component or device. Important Note: Except for hot-swapping the chassis fans/power supplies, the system should be powered off and the power disconnected before performing any service.

  • Page 90: Replacing Front Bezel Dust Filter

    9.2 - Replacing Front Bezel Dust Filter Step 1: Unlock and remove the Front Security Bezel Step 2: Remove the dust filter from the bezel. The filter frame is flexible and can be removed by gently lifting one corner until the retaining tabs disengage. Step 3: To install a new filter, simply press the filter into the bezel.

  • Page 91: Accessing Cpu And Memory Devices

    9.3 - Accessing CPU and Memory Devices Step 1: Unlock and open the chassis lid. Step 2: Disconnect data and power cables on the cable routing bracket at the PSU side. The other end of these cables can be left connected to the motherboard or PCIe devices as appropriate Step 3: Remove (or fold to one side) the cable routing bracket.
  • Page 92 Step 8: Remove air diverter from between the CPU sockets. Step 9: Service CPU or Memory devices. Tip: Access to memory release levers can be improved by...
  • Page 93 removing chassis FAN 5 or FAN 6.

  • Page 94: Remove/Replace Cpu

    9.4 - Remove/Replace CPU To remove the CPU: Step 1: Using a T30 bit, loosen the 4 corner fasteners on the cooler in a star pattern to ensure even pressure release. Step 2: Pull the wire clips up toward the CPU to unlatch the CPU cooler. Step 3: Gently pull the CPU cooler up by the edges as the CPU is connected to the cooler.
  • Page 95 Step 5: Line up the cooler + CPU carrier with the socket on the motherboard making sure the screws align with the stand offs found on the motherboard and the triangle lines up with the triangle found in the corner of the socket.
  • Page 96 Step 6: Flip clips found on the cooler fasteners down, away from the CPU to latch the cooler to the board. Step 7: Using a T30 bit, tighten the CPU cooler fasteners to the motherboard in a star pattern to ensure even distribution of pressure...

  • Page 97: Remove/Replace Dimms

    9.5 - Remove/Replace DIMMS To remove DIMMS: Step 1: Press down on the latches on the DIMM slots on the motherboard until they are tilted away from the DIMM. Step 2: Gently pull the DIMM out of the slot. To replace DIMMS: Step 1: Press down on the latches on each side of the DIMM slot on the motherboard until they are tilted away from the DIMM slot.

  • Page 98: Reassembling After Cpu Or Memory Service

    9.6 - Reassembling after CPU or Memory Service Step 1: Replace the left wall of the air duct immediately to the left of the outermost RAM slot as shown below. Step 2: Replace air diverter between the CPU sockets. Connect the hook into the corresponding notch in the left wall of the air duct.
  • Page 99 Step 5: Install the #6-32 Flange Head Screw to secure the CPU air duct. Step 6: Reinstall cable routing bracket and connect cables. Step 7: Reinstall 3.5” and 5.25” devices. Step 8: Close and lock lid.

  • Page 100: Servicing 3.5" Bay Device

    9.7 - Servicing 3.5” Bay Device Step 1: Unlock and open the chassis lid. Step 2: If a 3.5” Device is already installed, disconnect power and data cables. Step 3: Remove the 3.5” bay bracket from the chassis. Loosen the thumbscrew, then pull the bracket backward into the chassis before lifting upward.
  • Page 101 holding the blank plate onto the bracket. (Figure 2 below) Step 5: Insert the new 3.5” device at a slight angle onto the 2 pins on the right side of the bracket. Secure the device using M3 screws. (Figure 3 above) Step 8: To install the bracket into the chassis, align the slot pins on the underside of the bracket with the corresponding holes in the chassis.

  • Page 102: Servicing 5.25" Bay Device

    9.8 - Servicing 5.25” Bay Device Step 1: Unlock and open the chassis lid. Step 2: If a 5.25” Device is already installed, disconnect power and data cables, then proceed with Step 3a. If the 5.25” blank cover is installed, skip to step 3b. Step 3a: Remove the 5.25”...
  • Page 103 Step 4: Locate the 5.25” brackets in the accessory box, then secure them to the sides of the device using M3 screws as shown below: Step 5: To install the bracket into the chassis, align the slot pin on the underside of the bracket with the corresponding hole in the chassis.

  • Page 104: Pcie Devices And Gpus

    Step 2: If installing a new device, start by removing the PCIe blank plate. Step 3: Attach the bracket to the GPU using M3 screws. Bracket dimensions and screw location will vary depending on the GPU. An example installation is shown below. Consult Onlogic for supported GPU brackets.
  • Page 105 GPU Brackets Bracket SKU Compatible GPU BRKT-AX301-GPU-Flex170 Intel Flex 170 Datacenter GPU BRKT-AX301-GPU-Nvidia095 Nvidia RTX 4000 ADA Intel Flex 140 Datacenter GPU Nvidia L4 24GB GPU BRKT-AX301-GPU-Nvidia105 Nvidia RTX 4500 ADA Nvidia RTX 5000 ADA Nvidia RTX 6000 ADA Nvidia L40S 48GB GPU...

  • Page 106: Regulatory Compliance

    10 - Regulatory Compliance 10.1 - CE The computer system was evaluated for IT equipment EMC standards as a class A device. The computer complies with the relevant IT equipment directives for the CE mark. Modification of the system may void the certifications. Testing includes: EN 55032, EN 55035, EN 60601-1, EN 62368-1, EN 60950-1.

  • Page 107: Compliance Information

    Additional technical support and information can be found on our support website at the following link: https://support.onlogic.com/documentation/ 11.2 - Appendix E: Safe Use and Installation Instructions Please follow the Safe Use and Installation Instructions below to ensure the meets compliance...

  • Page 108: Safe Use And Installation Instructions

    11.2.1 - Safe Use and Installation Instructions 1. Install the device securely. Be careful handling the device to prevent injury and do not drop. 2. Equipment is intended for installation in a Restricted Access Area. 3. Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient.

  • Page 109: Précautions Et Guide D'installation

    11.2.2 - Précautions et guide d’installation Ne pas ouvrir ou modifier l'appareil. L'appareil utilise des composants conformes aux réglementations FCC et EC. La modification de l'appareil peut annuler ces certifications. 1. Installez l'appareil en toute sécurité. Manipulez l'appareil avec précaution pour éviter de vous blesser et ne le laissez pas tomber.

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