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  • Page 1 A+ Server AS -4145GH-TNMR USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0...
  • Page 2 State of California, USA. The State of California, County of Santa Clara shall be the exclusive venue for the resolution of any such disputes. Supermicro's total liability for all claims will not exceed the price paid for the hardware product.
  • Page 3 If you have any questions, please contact our support team at: support@supermicro.com This manual may be periodically updated without notice. Please check the Supermicro website for possible updates to the manual revision level. Secure Data Deletion A secure data deletion tool designed to fully erase all data from storage devices can be found on our website: https://www.supermicro.com/about/policies/disclaimer.cfm?url=/wdl/utility/...
  • Page 4 Preface Contents Contacting Supermicro ......................8 Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview ..........................9 1.2 System Features ........................10 Control Panel ........................11 Rear View ..........................12 1.3 System Architecture ......................13 Main Components ......................13 System Block Diagram ......................14 1.4 Motherboard Layout ......................15 Quick Reference Table ......................16 Chapter 2 Server Installation 2.1 Overview ..........................18...
  • Page 5 Preface Removing the Top Cover ....................28 3.3 Static-Sensitive Devices .....................29 Precautions ........................29 3.4 Processor and Heatsink Installation ...................30 3.5 Memory ..........................39 3.6 Motherboard Battery ......................40 3.7 Chassis Components ......................41 Storage Drives ........................41 M.2 Devices ........................43 Installing M.2 Drives ......................43 Expansion Cards ......................44 System Cooling .........................46 Fans ..........................46 Air Shroud ........................47...
  • Page 6 Preface Step 5. Boot from Virtual Media ..................77 Step 6. Installing Ubuntu Server 22.04 OS ..............79 5.2 Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9.3 ISO Installation ............87 Prerequisites ........................87 RHEL 9.3 ISO Image .....................87 BMC Network Connection .....................87 Installing RHEL 9.3 OS .....................87 Step 1.
  • Page 7 7.7 Where to Get Replacement Components ................147 7.8 Reporting an Issue ......................147 Technical Support Procedures ..................147 Returning Merchandise for Service .................147 Vendor Support Filing System ..................148 7.9 Feedback ..........................148 7.10 Contacting Supermicro ....................149 Appendix A Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems Appendix B System Specifications...
  • Page 8 San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) Sales-USA@supermicro.com (Sales Inquiries) Government_Sales-USA@supermicro.com (Gov. Sales Inquiries) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) RMA@supermicro.com (RMA Support) Webmaster@supermicro.com (Webmaster) Website: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.
  • Page 9 4U: 7 x 17.3 x 33.4 in. / 177 x 438 x 849 mm Notes: A Quick Reference Guide can be found on the product page of the Supermicro website. The following safety models associated with the AS -4145GH-TNMR have been certified as...
  • Page 10 Chapter 1: Introduction 1.2 System Features The AS -4145GH-TNMR supports up to 24 front drives. Front View VGA Port USB Ports Control Panel Figure 1-1. System: Front View System Features: Front Feature Description VGA Port Graphics port USB Ports Two USB 2.0 ports Control Panel Details on the next page SAS/SATA/NVME drive bays (according to configuration)
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: Introduction Control Panel The chassis front features a control panel to monitor node function and power off and on the entire system. Figure 1-2. Control Panel Control Panel Features Item Feature Description Used to apply or remove power from the power supply to the server Main Power button system.
  • Page 12 Chapter 1: Introduction Rear View UID LED Serial Port Dedicated IPMI Port Display Port USB Ports Power Supplies Figure 1-3. System: Rear View PCIe Slot Configuration Slot Number Slot Description PCIe 5.0 x16, FHFL PCIe 5.0 x8, FHFL PCIe 5.0 x8, AIOM PCIe 5.0 (optional) APU1 APU2...
  • Page 13 Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3 System Architecture This section covers the locations of the system electrical components, provides a system block diagram, and a motherboard layout with the connectors and jumpers called out. Main Components PCIe Slot Cages AMD Instinct™ MI300A APUs Fans Figure 1-4.
  • Page 14 Chapter 1: Introduction System Block Diagram The block diagram below shows the connections and relationships between the subsystems and major components of the overall system. Display port Serial port PCIe x1 G2 Dedicated IPMI port 2x USB 3.0 M.2(x2) & M.2(x1) PCIe x2, x1 G4 PCIe Switch Broadcom...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4 Motherboard Layout Below is a layout of the H13QSH motherboard with jumper, connector and LED locations shown. See the table on the following page for descriptions. For detailed descriptions, pinout information and jumper settings, refer to Chapter 4 or the Motherboard Manual.
  • Page 16 Chapter 1: Introduction Quick Reference Table Jumper Description Default Setting NMI Switch Open JBT1 CMOS Clear Open (Normal) JPG1 Video Display Enable Pins 1/2: Video Display Enabled JPL0 4-pin Leakage Detection JRU1 UID LED/BMC Reset Closed: Normal (UID LED) JSKUID1-3 Refer to system manual for details Pins 1/2: Reset, JWD1...
  • Page 17 Trusted Platform Module/Port 80 Connector NCSI1 (JNCSI1)/ NCSI Headers for IPMI Support NCSI2 (JNCSI2) PSU1 (JPSU1)/ Supermicro Proprietary Power Supply Units 1/2 for System Use PSU2 (JPSU2) PDB1_SB/PDB2_SB SMB I²C for 4U Power Distribution Board P1_PCIE1B/P1_PCIE2B JA2 and JA4: PCIe 5.0 x8 by APU1 P2_PCIE1B/P2_PCIE2B JB2 and JB4: PCIe 5.0 x8 by APU2...
  • Page 18 Chapter 2: Server Installation Chapter 2 Server Installation 2.1 Overview This chapter provides advice and instructions for mounting your system in a server rack. If your system is not already fully integrated with processors, system memory etc., refer to Chapter 3 for details on installing those specific components.
  • Page 19 Chapter 2: Server Installation • This product is not suitable for use with visual display workplace devices according to §2 of the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units. Rack Precautions • Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are extended to the floor so that the full weight of the rack rests on them.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2: Server Installation Airflow Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that the amount of airflow required for safe operation is not compromised. Mechanical Loading Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that a hazardous condition does not arise due to uneven mechanical loading.
  • Page 21 Chapter 2: Server Installation 2.4 Procedure for Rack Mounting This section provides information on installing a 4U chassis into a rack unit with the rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, so the assembly procedure may differ slightly.
  • Page 22 Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Inner Rails on the Chassis Releasing the Inner Rails 1. Identify the left and right outer rail assemblies. 2. Pull the inner rail out of the outer rail until it is fully extended as illustrated below.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Inner Rails 1. Identify the left and right side inner rails. Place the correct inner rail on the side of the chassis, aligning the hooks of the chassis with the inner rail holes. Make sure the rail faces "outward"...
  • Page 24 Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack Installing the Outer Rails 1. Press upward on the locking tab at the rear end of the middle rail. 2. Push the middle rail back into the outer rail. 3.
  • Page 25 Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-5. Installing the Chassis into a Rack Note: Figures are for illustrative purposes only. Always install servers into racks in the lower positions first. Installing the Chassis into a Rack Installing the Chassis into a Rack: 1.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2: Server Installation Removing the Chassis from the Rack Caution! It is dangerous for a single person to off-load the heavy chassis from the rack without assistance. Be sure to have sufficient assistance supporting the chassis when removing it from the rack.
  • Page 27 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Chapter 3 Motherboard and Component Installation This chapter provides instructions on installing and replacing main system components. To prevent compatibility issues, only use components that match the specifications and/or part numbers given. Installation or replacement of most components require that power first be removed from the system.
  • Page 28 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.2 Accessing the System The CSE-418H2TS chassis features removable top covers, which allow easy access to the inside of the chassis. The cover at the front of the chassis should be removed for access to the fans and the APU area.
  • Page 29 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.3 Static-Sensitive Devices Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To avoid damaging your motherboard, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect the system PCBs from ESD. Precautions •...
  • Page 30 Thermal grease is pre-applied on a new heatsink. No additional thermal grease is needed. • Refer to the Supermicro website for updates on APU support. • All graphics in this manual are for illustrations only. Your components may look different.
  • Page 31 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Installing the Processor and Heatsink 1. Unscrew the screw #1 holding down the force frame. Screw #1 Force Frame 2. The spring-loaded force frame will raise up after the screw securing it (#1) is removed. Gently allow it to lift up to its stopping position.
  • Page 32 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3. Lift the rail frame up by gripping the lift tabs near the front end of the rail frame. While keeping a secure grip of the rail frame, lift it to a position so you can do the next step of removing the external cap.
  • Page 33 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 5. The APU package is shipped from the factory with the carrier frame pre-assembled. Grip the handle of the carrier frame/APU package assembly from its shipping tray, and while gripping the handle, align the flanges of the carrier frame onto the rails of the rail frame so its pins will be at the bottom when the rail frame is lowered later.
  • Page 34 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 7. Lift up the rail frame till it securely rests in upright position. Then remove the PnP cover cap from the APU socket below. Grip the two lift tabs marked "Remove" at the middle of the cap and pull vertically upwards to remove the PnP cover cap.
  • Page 35 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 8. Gently lower the rail frame down onto the socket until the latches on the rail frame engage with the socket housing and it rests in place. DO NOT force it into place! 9. The force frame is spring loaded and has to be held in place before it is secured. Important: Use a T20 bit torque driver with a torque of 12.5-15.0 kgf-cm (10.8-13.0 in-lbf) to prevent damage to the processor.
  • Page 36 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 10. Replace and tighten the screws in the same order they were removed. When finished, the force frame will be secure over both the rail frame and APU package. 11. After the force frame is secured and the APU package is in place, now you must install the heatsink to the frame.
  • Page 37 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 12. Using a diagonal pattern, tighten the six screws down on the heatsink in a clockwise fashion until secure. Use a T20 bit torque driver with a torque of 12.5-15.0 kgf-cm (10.8-13.0 in-lbf) to prevent damage to the processor. The heatsink will now be secured and you have finished installing the processor and heatsink onto the motherboard.
  • Page 38 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Un-installing the Processor and Heatsink 1. Remove the heatsink attached to the top of the APU package by reversing the installation procedure. 2. Clean the thermal grease left by the heatsink on the APU package lid to limit the risk of it contaminating the APU package land pads or contacts in the socket housing.
  • Page 39 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.5 Memory The H13QSH supports up to 512 GB of non-ECC HBM3 embedded memory. There are no DIMM slots to populate.
  • Page 40 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.6 Motherboard Battery The motherboard uses non-volatile memory to retain system information when system power is removed. This memory is powered by a lithium battery residing on the motherboard. Replacing the Battery Begin by removing power from the system.
  • Page 41 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.7 Chassis Components Storage Drives The chassis features sixteen storage drives. These storage drives are contained in drive carriers to facilitate their removal from the system and to help promote proper airflow through the drive bays. Figure 3-3.
  • Page 42 3. Lift the dummy drive from the drive carrier.. Posts Locking clasps Figure 3-4. Removing a Dummy Drive from the Drive Carrier Note: Enterprise level storage drives are recommended for use in Supermicro servers. For information on recommended drives, visit the Supermicro website at http://www.supermicro. com/products/nfo/storage.cfm.
  • Page 43 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation M.2 Devices The H13QSH supports two M.2 NVMe SSDs (M-key). Caution: DO NOT perform this service with the system mounted inside the rack. Caution: The handles used for pulling the system from the rack are not intended to be used to pick up or lift the system.
  • Page 44 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Expansion Cards The system can support a total of 18 PCIe (expansion) cards as displayed below. The PCIe slots are housed in cages and are associated with their own APU. Note that the top three cages must first be removed to acccess the bottom two cages.
  • Page 45 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 5. Any slots to remain unpopulated should keep their slot shields installed to maintain proper airflow and prevent dust and debris from getting in the system 6. Once all the desired slots have been popuated and the cages properly secured inside the chassis, replace the top rear cover, plug in the AC power cords and power up the system.
  • Page 46 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation System Cooling Fans Ten heavy-duty, counter-rotating 8-cm fans circulate air through the chassis to lower the internal temperature. The fans are designed to be easily changed, with no tools required. Finidng a Failed Fan Determine which fan must be replaced.
  • Page 47 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation Air Shroud The air shroud is used to concentrate airflow to maximize fan efficiency around the APU area. Installing the Air Shroud 1. Remove the top front cover of the chassis. 2. Position the air shroud in the chassis as shown below. 3.
  • Page 48 The chassis features four 2700 W redundant power supplies (3+1). They are hot-swappable, meaning one module can be changed without powering down the system. New power supply modules can be ordered directly from Supermicro or authorized distributors. These power supplies are auto-switching capable. This feature enables them to automatically sense and operate with a 200-240 VAC input.
  • Page 49 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.8 Cable Routing Refer to the diagram below for the default cable routing configuration for the AS -4145GH-TNMR Front View Left SKU 1 (4U Default) RSC-S-6G5-M8-55 RSC-S-6G5-M8-55 P3_PCIE2A_VPP P2_PCIE1B RSC-S-6G5-M8-55 RSC-S-6G5-M8-55 P3_PCIE2B P2_PCIE1A_VPP RSC-S-6G5-M8Y-55 RSC-S-6G5-M8Y-55 P3_PCIE1A_VPP P2_PCIE2B...
  • Page 50 Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation 3.9 BMC The BMC can be reset using the button on the front control panel or on the chassis rear. • Reset—Press and hold the button. After six seconds, the LED blinks at 2 Hz. The BMC resets and the reset duration is ~250 ms.
  • Page 51 Power Supply Connectors (PSU1/PSU2) Two PDUs (Power Distribution Units) can be connected to PSU1/PSU2 and support a total of four Supermicro proprietary power supply units that provide the main power to your system. 4-Pin Backplane Power Connector (JPWR1-2) Four 4-pin power connectors for backplane devices. Refer to the table below for pin definitions.
  • Page 52 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.2 Headers and Connectors Fan Headers There are eight 4-pin fan headers (FAN 1-FAN 8) used for your system cooling fans. Additionally, four 6-pin fan headers (FAN 9-FAN 12), located at the rear side of the chassis, are for fans used to cool the backplane.
  • Page 53 Port 80 connection. Use this header to enhance system performance and data security. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Please go to the following link for more information on the TPM: http://www.supermicro.com/manuals/other/TPM.pdf. Trusted Platform Module Header Pin Definitions...
  • Page 54 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Chassis Intrusion A Chassis Intrusion header is located at JL1 on the motherboard. Attach the appropriate cable from the chassis to inform you when the chassis is opened. Refer to the table below for pin definitions. Chassis Intrusion Pin Definitions Pin#...
  • Page 55 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.3 Input/Output Ports See the figures below for the locations and descriptions of the I/O ports on the rear of the motherboard. Figure 4-1. Rear I/O Ports Rear I/O Ports Definition UID Switch/LED USB 0 (3.0) USB 1 (3.0) BMC LAN (IPMI LAN) COM1...
  • Page 56 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports and Headers There are two USB 3.0 ports (USB0/1), located at JUSBRJ45, on the rear I/O panel. Type A USB 3.0 connector (USB 2) is located at JUSB1 for front access. These USB connections can be used for USB support via USB cables (not included).
  • Page 57 BMC on the motherboard. For details on the UID LEDs and BMC LEDs, refer to the tables below. Also, refer to the BMC User's Guide posted on our website at http://www. supermicro.com for more information on BMC. UID / BMC Reset Switch (JUIDB1) Features &...
  • Page 58 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.4 Jumpers Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, jumpers are used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function associated with it. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the motherboard layout page for jumper locations.
  • Page 59 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Power Button and Front UID Button Select Jumper Jumper JRU1 is used to configure pin 2 of Front Control Panel header 1 (FP1) to function as a Power button or as the Front UID button. To set pin 2 of FP1 for Front UID use in a chassis that supports front UID connection, close pin 1 and pin 2 of Jumper JRU1.
  • Page 60 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 4.5 LED Indicators BMC LAN Port LEDs A dedicated BMC LAN connection is located on the rear I/O panel and has two LED indicators. The LED on the right indicates connection and activity, while the LED on the left indicates the speed of the connection.
  • Page 61 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Onboard Power LED (LED1) The Onboard Power LED (LEDPWR) is located at LED1 on the motherboard. When this LED is on, the system power is on. Be sure to turn off the system power and unplug the power cords before removing or installing components.
  • Page 62 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections APU Power Status LED Indicators APU Power Status LED indicators are located at LED5, LED6, and LED7. When an APU power supply fails, the corresponding Power Status LED will turn solid red. Refer to the table below for more details.
  • Page 63 I²C support for front access. Front Control Panel Header 2, located at FP2, provides additional functions, including USB and VGA support to the system. These Front Control Panel headers are designed specifically for use with Supermicro chassis. 1. Pin Definitions of FP1 (JF1)
  • Page 64 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Power On and BMC/BIOS Status LED Button The Power On and BMC/BIOS Status LED button is located on pin 1 of front control panel header 1 (FP1). Momentarily contacting pin 1 of FP1 will power on/off the system or display BMC/BIOS status.
  • Page 65 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections Fail LED (Information LED for OH/FF/PF) The Fail LED (Information LED for OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail) connection is located on pin 4 of FP1. This LED provides warnings of overheating, power failure, or fan failure. See the table below for FP1 pin definitions.
  • Page 66 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections RoT (Root of Trust) Power LED The Power LED for RoT (Root of Trust) connection is located on pin 9 of FP1. If this LED is on, power for the RoT chip is on. Standby Power A Standby Power (I C) connection is located on pin 10 - pin 14 of FP1 to provide power to the system when it is in standby mode.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections 2. Front Control Panel Header 2 (FP2) In addition to Front Control Panel header 1 (FP1), another Front Control Panel header, located at FP2, supports a VGA connector and two USB 2.0 ports (USB 3/4). MHVR2 Figure 4-3.
  • Page 68 Chapter 5: Software Chapter 5 Software After the hardware has been installed, you can boot the Operating System (OS). In addition, the following software is supported on the H13QSH. 5.1 Ubuntu Server 22.04 ISO Installation ® Prerequisites Ubuntu Server 22.04 ISO Image Obtaining the Ubuntu Server 22.04 ISO for AMD64 CPU architecture (amd64) and save it to your local drive or a shared server.
  • Page 69 Connect the system to a monitor or display using a VGA port or a DisplayPort (Mini DP). Ensure that network is connected to BMC using a network cable and power on the system. The BMC IP address will appear on the right corner of the Supermicro Logo screen. Step 2. Accessing the BMC Remote Server Log in to BMC Remote Server 1.
  • Page 70 Chapter 5: Software 3. Input the username "ADMIN" and the unique BMC password, which is located on the label on the opposite side of the service tag of the system. Click the "Login" to proceed. Outcome: The BMC Dashboard offers insights into system overview, configuration, health status, and maintenance.
  • Page 71 Chapter 5: Software Step 3. Controlling the System Remotely 1. The Remote Control menu in the RMC Remote Server enables remote server operations. 2. Use the Launch Console section to configure the remote console interface settings. Choose between the HTML5 interface or a JAVA plug-in.
  • Page 72 Chapter 5: Software Launch a HTML5 Remote Browser 1. Set HTML5 as the current interface. 2. Choose the mouse mode according to your operating system, such as "Set Mode to Absolute (Windows, Ubuntu, RH6.x, or later)". 3. Click the "Launch Console" button to open a console in a new browser window.
  • Page 73 Chapter 5: Software Step 4. Mounting the ISO Image There are two methods to mount ISO images. If the ISO files are stored locally on your drive, you can mount them directly within the remote control browser. Alternatively, if the ISO files are located on a shared server, you can mount them via the Configuration >...
  • Page 74 Chapter 5: Software 2. Select the "Choose File" button to browse and select the RHEL ISO image on your local drive for use. 3. Click the "Mount" button to attach the chosen iso image.
  • Page 75 Chapter 5: Software Result: Upon successful mounting of the ISO image, a green indicator will appear in the "Device" tab. Close the dialog to continue. Method Two: Mount the ISO Image through Shared Server 1. On the BMC dashboard, go to Configuration > Virtual Media, this allows you to attach an iso image from the server.
  • Page 76 Chapter 5: Software 2. Click the "Edit" icon to adjust the VM configuration. Enter the server host address and the path to the ISO image. Then, click the "Save" to apply the changes. 3. Click the "Connect" icon to mount the virtual media. The device status will display as green once the VM is successfully configured.
  • Page 77 Chapter 5: Software Step 5. Boot from Virtual Media To boot from the mounted image in virtual media, users must manually select the boot device from the Boot Menu during BIOS POST. 1. Power on the system and wait for the Log screen to display. To access the Boot Menu, repeatedly press <F11>...
  • Page 78 Chapter 5: Software Subsequently, the Boot Menu is displayed. 2. Select "UEFI: ATEN Virtual CDROM YSOJ" as the boot menu. This selection mounts the ISO image mounted in Virtual Media. Press "Enter" to proceed. The GRUB menu will be displayed.
  • Page 79 Chapter 5: Software Step 6. Installing Ubuntu Server 22.04 OS 1. Follow the Ubuntu installer steps to continue installation. Choose "Try or Install Ubuntu Server" to proceed. 2. Select the language.
  • Page 80 Chapter 5: Software 3. Determine whether to update to the new installer or not. Note: Check whether the system supports the new version before installation. 4. Select the keyboard layout. 5. Select the installation type.
  • Page 81 Chapter 5: Software 6. Configure the network connection to proceed. If an Ethernet network connection is available, proceed by selecting at least one network configuration option displayed on the installation UI. 7. Configure a proxy server or not. 8. Configure an Ubuntu archive mirror.
  • Page 82 Chapter 5: Software 9. Select a drive for OS deployment and customize the storage layout or not. 10. Confirm the storage layout and accept the irreversible change.
  • Page 83 Chapter 5: Software 11. Enter the username and password. 12. Determine to upgrade to Ubuntu Pro or not. 13. Determine to install OpenSSH server or not.
  • Page 84 Chapter 5: Software 14. Choose the software packages on demand. 15. Installation begin and wait for the completion.
  • Page 85 Chapter 5: Software 16. Reboot the system to complete the installation. 17. Remove the installation medium and press "ENTER" to continue the OS initialization.
  • Page 86 Chapter 5: Software 18. Boot into OS successfully 19. Login with the username and password and start to operate the system as demand.
  • Page 87 Connect the system to a monitor or display using a VGA port or a DisplayPort (DP). Ensure that the network is connected to the BMC using a network cable and power on the system. The BMC IP address will appear on the right corner of the Supermicro Logo screen.
  • Page 88 Chapter 5: Software Step 2. Accessing the BMC Remote Server Log in to the BMC Remote Server 1. In the terminal, execute a ping command to the BMC IP address, such as 10.184.13.17, to verify its connectivity. 2. Launch a new web browser and input the BMC IP address into the URL field. Outcome: The BMC Remote Console login screen will be displayed.
  • Page 89 Chapter 5: Software Outcome: The BMC Dashboard offers insights into system overview, configuration, health status, and maintenance. Step 3. Accessing the BMC Remote Server 1. The Remote Control menu in the BMC Remote Server enables remote server operations.
  • Page 90 Chapter 5: Software 2. Use the Launch Console section to configure the remote console interface settings. Choose between the HTML5 interface or a JAVA plug-in. Launch an HTML5 Remote Browser 1. Set HTML5 as the current interface. 2. Choose the mouse mode according to your operating system, such as "Set Mode to Absolute (Windows, Ubuntu, RH6.x, or later)."...
  • Page 91 Chapter 5: Software Step 4. Mounting the ISO Image There are two methods to mount ISO images. If the ISO files are stored locally on your drive, you can mount them directly within the remote control browser. Alternatively, if the ISO files are located on a shared server, you can mount them via the Configuration >...
  • Page 92 Chapter 5: Software 2. Select the "Choose File" button to browse and select the RHEL ISO image on your local driver for use.
  • Page 93 Chapter 5: Software 3. Click the "Mount" button to attach the chosen ISO image. Result: Upon successful mounting of the ISO image, a green indicator will appear in the "Device" tab. Close the dialogue to continue.
  • Page 94 Chapter 5: Software Method Two: Mount the ISO Image through a Shared Server 1. On the BMC dashboard, go to Configuration > Virtual Media. This allows you to attach an ISO image from the server. 2. Click the "Edit" icon to adjust the VM configuration. Enter the server host address and the path to the ISO image.
  • Page 95 Chapter 5: Software 3. Click the "Connect" icon to mount the virtual media. 4. The device status will display as green once the VM is successfully configured.
  • Page 96 Chapter 5: Software Step 5. Boot from Virtual Media To boot from the mounted image in virtual media, users must manually select the boot device from the Boot Menu during BIOS POST. 1. Power on the system and wait for the Log screen to display. To access the BIOS setup menu, repeatedly press <F11>...
  • Page 97 Chapter 5: Software 2. Select "UEFI: ATEN Virtual CDROM YSOJ" as the boot menu. This selection mounts the ISO image mounted in Virtual Media. Press "Enter" to proceed. The GRUB menu will be displayed. Step 6. Installing the RHEL 9.3 OS 1.
  • Page 98 Chapter 5: Software 2. Select the language. 3. The Installation Summary window provides a glance of the configuration you need before you begin the installation.
  • Page 99 Chapter 5: Software 4. Click the "Installation Destination" button to select the storage drive. 5. Select the drive to which you want to install the RHEL OS.
  • Page 100 Chapter 5: Software 6. Select one of the drives and choose "Custom" if you want to customize the drive's volume. This will display the available space on the selected drive.
  • Page 101 Chapter 5: Software 7. For RHEL, you need to have at least three mount points (/boot/efi, /, and swap). Click the "+" button to create new mount point "/boot/efi" as the boot partition for EFI system. 8. The "Add a new mount point" dialogue will pop up. Select the mount point "/boot/efi" and the storage size.
  • Page 102 Chapter 5: Software Result: The new mount point "/boot/efi" will be added under the "New Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.3 Installation". 9. Click the "+" button to create another new mount point "/" as the root directory. Configure the mount point "/" and the desired storage size. Then, click the "Add mount point"...
  • Page 103 Chapter 5: Software Result: The new mount point "/" will be added under the "New Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.3 Installation". 10. Click the "+" button to create another new mount point "swap" for virtual memory space. Configure the mount point "swap" and the desired storage size. Then, click the "Add mount point"...
  • Page 104 Chapter 5: Software Result: The new mount point "swap" will be added under the "New Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.3 Installation". 11. Click the "Done" button at the left top corner after all the required partitions are created.
  • Page 105 Chapter 5: Software 12. Accept the changes to customize the partitions. Result: In the "Installation Summary" screen, Installation Destination has been updated to "Custom partitioning selected."...
  • Page 106 Chapter 5: Software 13. Click the "Root Password" in the "Installation Summary". 14. Enter the password for the root user. Result: The status of the Root User becomes "Root Password is set".
  • Page 107 Chapter 5: Software 15. Click the "User Password" in "Installation Summary".
  • Page 108 Chapter 5: Software 16. Enter "Full Name", "User Name" , "Password", and "Confirm Password" details. Once done, click the "Done" button. Result: The status of User Creation becomes "User username is set".
  • Page 109 Chapter 5: Software 17. After completing all the above steps, click the "Begin Installation" to start the installation process. Note: To get a Linux version of Red Hat Enterprise without a graphical user interface (GUI), you need to choose the "Minimal Install" option during installation, which will only install the core system components without any desktop environment like GNOME;...
  • Page 110 Chapter 5: Software 18. After the installation is complete, click the "Reboot System" to reboot. 19. After rebooting, the user login page shows up. Enter the user password to log in.
  • Page 111 Chapter 5: Software Result: Log in successfully. You can start using this system.
  • Page 112 Connect the system to a monitor or display using a VGA port or a DisplayPort (Mini DP). Ensure that network is connected to BMC using a network cable and power on the system. The BMC IP address will appear on the right corner of the Supermicro Logo screen.
  • Page 113 Chapter 5: Software Step 2. Accessing the BMC Remote Server Log in to BMC Remote Server 1. In the terminal, execute a ping command to the BMC IP address, such as 10.184.13.17, to verify its connectivity. 2. Launch a new web browser and input the BMC IP address into the URL field. Outcome: The BMC Remote Console login screen will be displayed.
  • Page 114 Chapter 5: Software Outcome: The BMC Dashboard offers insights into system overview, configuration, health status, and maintenance. Step 3. Controlling the System Remotely 1. The Remote Control menu in the BMC Remote Server enables remote server operations.
  • Page 115 Chapter 5: Software 2. Use the Launch Console section to configure the remote console interface settings. Choose between the HTML5 interface or a JAVA plug-in. Launch an HTML5 remote browser. To launch an HTML5 Remote Browser 1. Set HTML5 as the current interface. 2.
  • Page 116 Chapter 5: Software Step 4. Mounting the ISO Image There are two methods to mount ISO images. If the ISO files are stored locally on your drive, you can mount them directly within the remote control browser. Alternatively, if the ISO files are located on a shared server, you can mount them via the Configuration >...
  • Page 117 Chapter 5: Software 2. Select the "Choose File" button to browse and select the SLES ISO image on your local drive for use.
  • Page 118 Chapter 5: Software 3. Click the "Mount" button to attach the chosen ISO image. Result: Upon successful mounting of the ISO image, a green indicator will appear in the "Device" tab. Close the dialogue to continue.
  • Page 119 Chapter 5: Software Method Two: Mounting the ISO Image through Shared Server 1. On the BMC dashboard, go to Configuration > Virtual Media. This allows you to attach an ISO image from the server. 2. Click the "Edit" icon to adjust the VM configuration. Enter the server host address and the path to the ISO image.
  • Page 120 Chapter 5: Software 3. Click the "Connect" icon to mount the virtual media. 4. The device status will display as green once the VM is successfully configured.
  • Page 121 Chapter 5: Software Step 5. Boot from Virtual Media To boot from the mounted image in virtual media, users must manually select the boot device from the Boot Menu during BIOS POST. 1. Power on the system and wait for the Log screen to display. To access the BIOS setup menu, repeatedly press <F11>...
  • Page 122 Chapter 5: Software 2. Select "UEFI: ATEN Virtual CDROM YSOJ" as the boot menu. This option will present the ISO image mounted in Virtual Media. Press "Enter" to proceed. You will see the GRUB Menu. Step 6. Installing SLES 15 SP5 OS 1.
  • Page 123 Chapter 5: Software 2. Select the Language, Keyboard Layout, and Product to Install. 3. Read and agree the License Agreement to continue.
  • Page 124 Chapter 5: Software 4. Register the system according to the requirements. 5. Select the Extensions and Modules for installation.
  • Page 125 Chapter 5: Software 6. Confirm the media sources for the Add-On Product. 7. Select the System Role.
  • Page 126 Chapter 5: Software 8. Define the partitions. 9. Choose the time zone.
  • Page 127 Chapter 5: Software 10. Create a new user. 11. Set the password for the system administrator root.
  • Page 128 Chapter 5: Software 12. Confirm the installation settings before starting the installation. 13. Press "Install" to begin the installation.
  • Page 129 Chapter 5: Software 14. The Installation begins. 15. After the installation is complete, the system will automatically reboot until the user login page appears. Enter your user password to log in.
  • Page 130 Chapter 5: Software Result: You have successfully logged in and can now start using this system.
  • Page 131 There are several BIOS settings that are related to IPMI. Supermicro ships standard products with a unique password for the BMC ADMIN user. This password can be found on a label on the motherboard.
  • Page 132 Chapter 6: Optional Components Chapter 6 Optional Components This chapter describes optional system components and installation procedures. 6.1 Optional Parts List Optional Parts List Description Included Part Numbers AOM-AIOM-458GT CBL-CDAT-1060-30 AIOM Support Kit CBL-MCIO-1226M5 CBL-OTHR-0795 CBL-PWEX-1136YB-30 CBL-PWEX-1040 BlueField 3 B3220 Power Cables CBL-PWEX-1148-30 CBL-MCIO-1235M5 Optional 16 NVMe Drive Bays...
  • Page 133 Chapter 6: Optional Components...
  • Page 134 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting and Support 7.1 Information Resources Website A great deal of information is available on the Supermicro website, supermicro.com. Products Figure 7-1. Supermicro Website • Specifications for servers and other hardware are available by clicking the menu icon, then selecting the Products option.
  • Page 135 Security Center for recent security notices Supermicro Phone and Addresses 7.2 Baseboard Management Controller Interface The system supports the Baseboard Management interface. BMC is used to provide remote access, monitoring and management. There are several BIOS settings that are related to BMC.
  • Page 136 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support Figure 7-3. BMC Interface: System View Figure 7-4. BMC Interface: Multi Node View...
  • Page 137 1. As you try to power up the system, note any beep codes. The AMI BIOS supplies additional checkpoint codes, which are documented online at http://www.supermicro.com/support/ manuals/ ("AMI BIOS POST Codes User's Guide"). 2. Make sure that the power connector is connected to your power supply.
  • Page 138 2. Memory support: Make sure that the memory modules are supported by testing the modules using memtest86 or a similar utility. Note: Refer to the product page on our website at http://www.supermicro.com for memory and CPU support and updates. 3. HDD support: Make sure that all storage drives work properly. Replace any bad drives...
  • Page 139 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support 4. System cooling: Check the system cooling to make sure that all heatsink fans and CPU/ system fans, etc., work properly. Check the hardware monitoring settings in the BMC to make sure that the CPU and system temperatures are within the normal range. Also check the front panel Overheat LED and make sure that it is not on.
  • Page 140 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support 7.4 Crash Dump Using BMC In the event of a processor internal error (IERR) that crashes your system, you may want to provide information to support staff. You can download a crash dump of status information using BMC.
  • Page 141 Important: Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue. Flashing the wrong BIOS can cause irreparable damage to the system. In no event shall Supermicro be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from a BIOS update.
  • Page 142 USB device or a writable CD/DVD. Note 1: If you cannot locate the "Super.ROM" file in your drive disk, visit our website at www.supermicro.com to download the BIOS package. Extract the BIOS binary image into a USB flash device and rename it "Super.ROM" for the BIOS recovery use.
  • Page 143 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support Note: At this point, you may decide if you want to start the BIOS recovery. If you decide to proceed with BIOS recovery, follow the procedures below. 4. When the screen as shown above displays, use the arrow keys to select the item "Proceed with flash update"...
  • Page 144 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support 7. Press <Del> continuously during system boot to enter the BIOS Setup utility. From the top of the tool bar, select Boot to enter the submenu. From the submenu list, select Boot Option #1 as shown below. Then, set Boot Option #1 to [UEFI AP:UEFI: Built-in EFI Shell]. Press <F4>...
  • Page 145 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support Note: Do not interrupt this process until the BIOS flashing is complete. 9. The screen above indicates that the BIOS update process is complete. When you see the screen above, unplug the AC power cable from the power supply, clear CMOS, and plug the AC power cable in the power supply again to power on the system.
  • Page 146 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support 7.6 CMOS Clear JBT1 is used to clear CMOS, which will also clear any passwords. Instead of pins, this jumper consists of contact pads to prevent accidentally clearing the contents of CMOS. To Clear CMOS 1.
  • Page 147 7.7 Where to Get Replacement Components If you need replacement parts for your system, to ensure the highest level of professional service and technical support, purchase exclusively from our Supermicro Authorized Distributors/System Integrators/Resellers. A list can be found at: http://www.supermicro.com.
  • Page 148 For issues related to Red Hat Enterprise Linux, since it is a subscription based OS, contact your account representative. 7.9 Feedback Supermicro values your feedback as we strive to improve our customer experience in all facets of our business. Please email us at techwriterteam@supermicro.com to provide feedback on our manuals.
  • Page 149 San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) Sales-USA@supermicro.com (Sales Inquiries) Government_Sales-USA@supermicro.com (Gov. Sales Inquiries) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) RMA@supermicro.com (RMA Support) Webmaster@supermicro.com (Webmaster) Website: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.
  • Page 150 Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis. These warnings may also be found on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/about/...
  • Page 151 Appendix A: Warning Statements Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut. Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweisen, die zusammen mit diesem Gerät ausgeliefert wurden.
  • Page 152 Appendix A: Warning Statements . ٌ ‫ا ك ً ف حالة و ٌ يك أى تتسبب ف اصابة جسذ ة ٌ هذا الزهز ع ٌ خطز !تحذ ز‬ ‫قبل أى تعول عىل أي هعذات،يك عىل علن بالوخاطز ال ا ٌجوة عي الذوائز‬ ٍ...
  • Page 153 Appendix A: Warning Statements Warnung Vor dem Anschließen des Systems an die Stromquelle die Installationsanweisungen lesen. ¡Advertencia! Lea las instrucciones de instalación antes de conectar el sistema a la red de alimentación. Attention Avant de brancher le système sur la source d'alimentation, consulter les directives d'installation. .‫יש...
  • Page 154 Appendix A: Warning Statements Warnung Dieses Produkt ist darauf angewiesen, dass im Gebäude ein Kurzschluss- bzw. Überstromschutz installiert ist. Stellen Sie sicher, dass der Nennwert der Schutzvorrichtung nicht mehr als: 250 V, 20 A beträgt. ¡Advertencia! Este equipo utiliza el sistema de protección contra cortocircuitos (o sobrecorrientes) del edificio.
  • Page 155 Appendix A: Warning Statements Power Disconnection Warning Warning! The system must be disconnected from all sources of power and the power cord removed from the power supply module(s) before accessing the chassis interior to install or remove system components (except for hot-swap components). 電源切断の警告...
  • Page 156 Appendix A: Warning Statements ‫אזהרה מפני ניתוק חשמלי‬ ‫!אזהרה‬ ‫יש לנתק את המערכת מכל מקורות החשמל ויש להסיר את כבל החשמלי מהספק‬ ‫.לפני גישה לחלק הפנימי של המארז לצורך התקנת או הסרת רכיבים‬ ‫يجب فصم اننظاو من جميع مصادر انطاقت وإ ز انت سهك انكهرباء من وحدة امداد‬ ‫انطاقت...
  • Page 157 Appendix A: Warning Statements Attention Seul le personnel autorisé et le personnel de maintenance qualifié doivent être autorisés à installer, remplacer ou entretenir cet équipement.. !‫אזהרה‬ ‫.יש לאפשר רק צוות מורשה ואנשי שירות מוסמכים להתקין, להחליף או לטפל בציוד זה‬ ‫.ينبغي...
  • Page 158 Appendix A: Warning Statements Warnung Diese Einheit ist zur Installation in Bereichen mit beschränktem Zutritt vorgesehen. Der Zutritt zu derartigen Bereichen ist nur mit einem Spezialwerkzeug, Schloss und Schlüssel oder einer sonstigen Sicherheitsvorkehrung möglich. ¡Advertencia! Esta unidad ha sido diseñada para instalación en áreas de acceso restringido. Sólo puede obtenerse acceso a una de estas áreas mediante la utilización de una herramienta especial, cerradura con llave u otro medio de seguridad.
  • Page 159 Appendix A: Warning Statements Battery Handling CAUTION: There is risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu- facturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions 電池の取り扱い...
  • Page 160 Appendix A: Warning Statements ‫.هناك خطر االنفجار إذا تم استبدال البطارية بنوع غري صحيح‬ ‫اسحبذال البطارية‬ ‫فقط بنفس النىع أو ما يعادلها مام أوصث به الرشمة املصنعة‬ ‫جخلص من البطاريات املسحعملة وفقا لحعليامت الرشمة الصانعة‬ 경고! 배터리를 잘못된 종류로 교체하면 폭발의 위험이 있습니다. 기존 배터리와 동일하거나 제조 사에서...
  • Page 161 Appendix A: Warning Statements ¡Advertencia! Puede que esta unidad tenga más de una conexión para fuentes de alimentación. Para cortar por completo el suministro de energía, deben desconectarse todas las conexiones. Attention Cette unité peut avoir plus d'une connexion d'alimentation. Pour supprimer toute tension et tout courant électrique de l'unité, toutes les connexions d'alimentation doivent être débranchées.
  • Page 162 Appendix A: Warning Statements Backplane Voltage Warning! Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when servicing. バックプレーンの電圧 システムの稼働中は危険な電圧または電力が、 バックプレーン上にかかっています。 修理する際には注意く ださい。 警告 当系统正在进行时,背板上有很危险的电压或能量,进行维修时务必小心。 警告 當系統正在進行時,背板上有危險的電壓或能量,進行維修時務必小心。 Warnung Wenn das System in Betrieb ist, treten auf der Rückwandplatine gefährliche Spannungen oder Energien auf.
  • Page 163 Appendix A: Warning Statements ‫هناك خطز مه التيار الكهزبايئ أوالطاقة املىجىدة عىل اللىحة‬ ‫عندما يكىن النظام يعمل كه حذ ر ا عند خدمة هذا الجهاس‬ 경고! 시스템이 동작 중일 때 후면판 (Backplane)에는 위험한 전압이나 에너지가 발생 합니다. 서비스 작업 시 주의하십시오. Waarschuwing Een gevaarlijke spanning of energie is aanwezig op de backplane wanneer het systeem in gebruik is.
  • Page 164 Appendix A: Warning Statements ‫תיאום חוקי החשמל הארצי‬ !‫אזהרה‬ .‫התקנת הציוד חייבת להיות תואמת לחוקי החשמל המקומיים והארציים‬ ‫تركيب املعدات الكهربائية يجب أن ميتثل للقىاويه املحلية والىطىية املتعلقة‬ ‫بالكهرباء‬ 경고! 현 지역 및 국가의 전기 규정에 따라 장비를 설치해야 합니다. Waarschuwing Bij installatie van de apparatuur moet worden voldaan aan de lokale en nationale elektriciteitsvoorschriften.
  • Page 165 Appendix A: Warning Statements Attention La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprès de l'organisme compétent. ‫סילוק המוצר‬ !‫אזהרה‬ .‫סילוק סופי של מוצר זה חייב להיות בהתאם להנחיות וחוקי המדינה‬ ‫التخلص...
  • Page 166 Appendix A: Warning Statements Warnung Gefährlich Bewegende Teile. Von den bewegenden Lüfterblätter fern halten. Die Lüfter drehen sich u. U. noch, wenn die Lüfterbaugruppe aus dem Chassis genommen wird. Halten Sie Finger, Schraubendreher und andere Gegenstände von den Öffnungen des Lüftergehäuses entfernt.
  • Page 167 Verbindungskabeln, Stromkabeln und/oder Adapater, die Ihre örtlichen Sicherheitsstandards einhalten. Der Gebrauch von anderen Kabeln und Adapter können Fehlfunktionen oder Feuer verursachen. Die Richtlinien untersagen das Nutzen von UL oder CAS zertifizierten Kabeln (mit UL/CSA gekennzeichnet), an Geräten oder Produkten die nicht mit Supermicro gekennzeichnet sind.
  • Page 168 ‫.قيرح وأ لطع يف ببستي دق ىرخأ تالوحمو تالباك يأ مادختسا .ميلسلا سباقلاو لصوملا مجح‬ ‫ لبق نم ةدمتعملا تالباكلا مادختسا تادعملاو ةيئابرهكلا ةزهجألل ةمالسلا نوناق رظحي‬UL ‫ وأ‬CSA ‫( ةمالع لمحت يتلاو‬UL/CSA) ‫ لبق نم ةددحملاو ةينعملا تاجتنملا ريغ ىرخأ تادعم يأ عم‬Supermicro.
  • Page 169 사항을 준수하여 제공되거나 지정된 연결 혹은 구매 케이블, 전원 케이블 및 AC 어댑터를 사용하십시오. 다른 케이블이나 어댑터를 사용하면 오작동이나 화재가 발생할 수 있습니다. 전기 용품 안전법은 UL 또는 CSA 인증 케이블 (코드에 UL / CSA가 표시된 케이블)을 Supermicro 가 지정한 제품 이외의 전기 장치에 사용하는 것을 금지합니다. Stroomkabel en AC-Adapter...
  • Page 170 Appendix B: System Specifications Appendix B System Specifications Processors AMD Instinct™ MI300A Accelerated Processing Units (APUs)s in an Quad Socket SH5 socket; supports CPU TDP up to 170W Note: Refer to the motherboard specifications pages on our website for updates to supported processors. Chipset AMD®...
  • Page 171 Appendix B: System Specifications Operating Environment Operating Temperature: 10º to 35º C (50º to 95º F) Non-operating Temperature: -40º to 60º C (-40º to 140º F) Operating Relative Humidity: 8% to 80% (non-condensing) Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Regulatory Compliance FCC, ICES, CE, VCCI, RCM, UKCA, NRTL, CB Applied Directives, Standards...