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  • Page 1 UPER ® 6025B-3 UPER ERVER 6025B-3R UPER ERVER USER’S MANUAL 1.0b...
  • Page 2 Please Note: For the most up-to-date version of this manual, please see our web site at www.supermicro.com. Super Micro Computer, Inc. ("Supermicro") reserves the right to make changes to the product described in this manual at any time and without notice. This product, including software, if any, and documentation may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any medium or machine without prior written consent.

  • Page 3: Preface

    It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 6025B- 3/6025B-3R. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R is a high-end server based on the SC825TQ- 560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP 2U rackmount chassis and the X7DB3, a dual proces- ®...
  • Page 4 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Chapter 4: System Safety You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R. Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7DB3 serverboard, including the locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers.
  • Page 5 Preface Notes...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Table of Contents Preface About This Manual ...................... iii Manual Organization ....................iii Chapter 1: Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Serverboard Features ..................1-2 Server Chassis Features ................1-4 Contacting Supermicro ................... 1-6 Chapter 2: Server Installation Overview ......................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Handling the Serverboard ................5-1 Processor and Heatsink Installation ............... 5-2 Connecting Cables ..................5-5 Connecting Data Cables ................5-5 Connecting Power Cables ............... 5-5 Connecting the Control Panel ..............5-6 I/O Ports ......................5-7 Installing Memory ...................
  • Page 8 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual SGPIO ....................5-18 JLAN1/2 ....................5-18 Alarm Reset ................... 5-18 Keylock ....................5-18 Jumper Settings .................... 5-19 Explanation of Jumpers ................. 5-19 CMOS Clear ................... 5-19 VGA Enable/Disable ................5-19 3rd Power Supply Fail Detect Enable/Disable ........5-20 JLAN Enable/Disable ................
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Security ......................7-24 Boot ......................7-25 Exit ........................ 7-26 Appendices: Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes Appendix C: RAID and Software Installation Appendix D: System Specifi cations...
  • Page 10 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R is a high-end server that is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP 2U server chassis and the X7DB3 Intel dual Xeon processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certifi ed for use with the SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R (www.supermicro.com).

  • Page 12: Serverboard Features

    ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R lies the X7DB3, a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel 5000P chipset and designed to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X7DB3. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the 5000P chipset).
  • Page 13 Chapter 1: Introduction Onboard Controllers/Ports One fl oppy drive controller and two onboard ATA/100 controllers are provided to support up to four IDE hard drives or ATAPI devices. The color-coded I/O ports include one COM port (an additional COM header is located on the serverboard), a VGA (monitor) port, a parallel port, two USB 2.0 ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two gigabit Ethernet ports.

  • Page 14: Server Chassis Features

    SAS drives. Front Control Panel The control panel on the SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R provides you with system monitoring and control. LEDs indicate system power, HDD activity, network activ- ity, system overheat and power failure. A main power button and a system reset button are also included.

  • Page 15: Cooling System

    Chapter 1: Introduction Cooling System The SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP chassis has an innovative cooling design that includes three 8-cm hot-plug system cooling fans located in the middle section of the chassis. An air shroud channels the airfl ow from the system fans to effi ciently cool the processor and onboard memory area of the system.

  • Page 16: Contacting Supermicro

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: SuperMicro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. Tel: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) Web Site: www.supermicro.com Europe Address: SuperMicro Computer B.V.

  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Server Installation

    Unpacking the System You should inspect the box the SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should fi le a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.

  • Page 18: Choosing A Setup Location

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Choosing a Setup Location - Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door completely (~25 inches). - Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for suffi...

  • Page 19: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera- ture of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient tempera- ture (Tmra).

  • Page 20: Installing The System Into A Rack

    This section provides information on installing the SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R into a rack unit. If the 6025B-3/6025B-3R has already been mounted into a rack, you can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.

  • Page 21: Installing The Server Into The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-1. Installing Chassis Rails Installing the Server into the Rack The next step is to install the server into the rack. Do this by lining up the rear of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails. Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even on both sides (you may have to depress the locking tabs when inserting).

  • Page 22: Installing The Server Into A Telco Rack

    Figure 2-2. Installing the Server into a Rack Installing the Server into a Telco Rack To install the SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R into a Telco type rack, use two L- shaped brackets on either side of the chassis (four total). First, determine how far the server will extend out the front of the rack.

  • Page 23: Checking The Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the 6025B-3/6025B-3R in the rack, you will need to open the unit to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made. 1. Accessing the inside of the System (see Figure 2-3) First, grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it locks (you will hear a "click").
  • Page 24 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Figure 2-3. Accessing the Inside of the System...

  • Page 25: Checking The Drive Bay Setup

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Checking the Drive Bay Setup Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the Serial ATA or drives have been properly installed and all connections have been made. 1. Accessing the drive bays All drives are accessable from the front of the server.
  • Page 26 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Notes 2-10...

  • Page 27: Chapter 3: System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others on the SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specifi c components. There are also two buttons on the chassis control panel.

  • Page 28: Control Panel Leds

    SUPERSERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the chassis has several LEDs. These LEDs provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take.

  • Page 29: Hdd

    Please refer to Chapter 6 for instructions on replacing failed SAS drives. Note: the two drive bays on the top left of the 6025B-3/6025B-3R are not con- nected to a backplane. These may be used to house IDE type hard drives only...
  • Page 30 SUPERSERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 31: Chapter 4: System Safety

    Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R from damage: Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet.

  • Page 32: General Safety Precautions

    General Safety Precautions Follow these rules to ensure general safety: Keep the area around the 6025B-3/6025B-3R clean and free of clutter. The 6025B-3/6025B-3R weighs approximately 53/55 lbs (24.1/25 kg.) when fully loaded. When lifting the system, two people at either end should lift slowly with their feet spread out to distribute the weight.

  • Page 33: Esd Precautions

    Chapter 4: System Safety conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present. After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure it to the rack unit with the retention screws after ensuring that all connections have been made.

  • Page 34: Operating Precautions

    Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 6025B- 3/6025B-3R is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the 6025B-3/6025B-3R system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Figure 4-1. Installing the Onboard Battery...

  • Page 35: Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install processors and heatsinks to the X7DB3 serverboard, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are described and a layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter.

  • Page 36: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Processor and Heatsink Installation When handling the processor, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Also, do not place the serverboard on a conductive surface, which can damage the BIOS battery and prevent the system from booting up.
  • Page 37 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 3. Use your thumb and your index fi nger to hold the CPU at opposite sides. 4. Align pin1 of the CPU (the cor- ner marked with a triangle) with the notched corner of the CPU socket. 5.
  • Page 38 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Installing the Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease CEK Passive Heatsink to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount has already been applied. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU...

  • Page 39: Connecting Cables

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Connecting Cables Now that the processors are installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the serverboard. These include the data (ribbon) cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The ribbon cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed in preconfi...

  • Page 40: Connecting The Control Panel

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Connecting the Control Panel JF1 contains header pins for various front control panel connectors. See Figure 5-1 for the pin locations of the various front control panel buttons and LED indi- cators. Please note that even and odd numbered pins are on opposite sides of each header.

  • Page 41: I/O Ports

    Figure 5-2 below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Figure 5-2. Rear Panel I/O Ports Installing Memory Note: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules. CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage.
  • Page 42 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Memory Support The X7DB3 supports up to 32 GB of ECC FBD (Fully Buffered DIMMs) DDR2-667 or DDR2-533 SDRAM. The memory is an interleaved confi guration, which requires modules of the same size and speed to be installed in pairs. You should not mix DIMMs of different sizes and speeds.

  • Page 43: Adding Pci Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Figure 5-3b. Top View of DDR Slot Top View of DDR2 FBD Slot Adding PCI Cards 1. PCI Expansion Slots The X7DB3 has six PCI expansion slots, which includes two x8 PCI-Express slots, one x4 PCI-Express slot, two PCI-X 133 MHz slots and one PCI-X 100 MHz slot. The SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP chassis can accommodate up to seven low-profi...

  • Page 44: Serverboard Details

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Serverboard Details Figure 5-4. SUPER X7DB3 Layout (not drawn to scale) SMBUS PSF JPW1 JPW3 Kybd/ CPU1/ FAN6 FAN5 JPW2 Speaker Mouse FAN7 FAN1 DIMM 4B USB0/1 DIMM 4A COM1 DIMM 3B CPU 1 DIMM 3A...

  • Page 45: X7Db3 Quick Reference

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X7DB3 Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting 3rd Power Fail Detect Open (Disabled) JBT1 CMOS Clear (See Section 5-9) JCF1 Compact Flash Master/Slave Select Closed (Master) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1/ JPL2 JLAN1/JLAN2 Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) Watch Dog Pins 1-2 (Reset)

  • Page 46: Connector Defi Nitions

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Connector Defi nitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Defi nitions (JPW1) ATX Power Connector Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition +3.3V +3.3V The primary ATX power supply con- -12V +3.3V nector meets the SSI (Superset ATX) 24-pin specifi...

  • Page 47: Hdd Led

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup HDD LED HDD LED Pin Defi nitions (JF1) The HDD (IDE Hard Disk Drive) LED Pin# Defi nition connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach the IDE hard drive HD Active LED cable to display disk activity.

  • Page 48: Power Fail Led

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Power Fail LED Power Fail LED Pin Defi nitions (JF1) The Power Fail LED connection is Pin# Defi nition located on pins 5 and 6 of JF1. Re- fer to the table on the right for pin Ground defi...

  • Page 49: Serial Ports

    See the table on the right for pin definitions. Note: this Note: This feature is only available when using header is unused on the 6025B-3, redundant Supermicro power supplies. which has only a single power supply module.

  • Page 50: Extra Universal Serial Bus Headers

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Extra Universal Serial Bus Front Panel Universal Serial Bus Pin Defi nitions (JUSB2/JUSB3) Headers USB2 USB3, USB4 Pin # Defi nition Pin # Defi nition Three additional USB headers (USB2/3 and USB4) are included on the serverboard.

  • Page 51: Wake-On-Lan

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Wake-On-LAN Wake-On-LAN Pin Defi nitions (JWOL) The Wake-On-LAN header is desig- Pin# Defi nition nated JWOL. See the table on the +5V Standby right for pin defi nitions. You must Ground enable the LAN Wake-Up setting in Wake-up BIOS to use this feature.

  • Page 52: Sgpio

    Connect a microswitch to the Ground JAR header to disable the power supply fail alarm. Note: this header is unused on the 6025B-3, which has only a single power supply module. Keylock The keyboard lock connector is desig- nated JK1. Utilizing this header allows you to inhibit any actions made on the keyboard, effectively "locking"...

  • Page 53: Jumper Settings

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modi f y the operat ion of the Connector Pins serverboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two Jumper pins to change the function of the connector.

  • Page 54: 3Rd Power Supply Fail Detect Enable/Disable

    J3P to prevent false alarms. See the table on right for jumper set- tings. Note: JP10 should be disabled on the 6025B-3, which has only a single pow- er supply. JLAN Enable/Disable JLAN Enable/Disable Jumper Settings (JPL1, JPL2)

  • Page 55: Watch Dog Enable/Disable

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Watch Dog Enable/Disable JWD controls the Watch Dog func- Watch Dog tion. Watch Dog is a system monitor Jumper Settings (JWD) that can reboot the system when a Jumper Setting Defi nition software application is “hung up”. Pins Pins 1-2 Reset 1-2 will cause WD to reset the system...

  • Page 56: Parallel Port Connector

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual 5-11 Parallel Port, Floppy, IDE and SAS and SATA Drive Connections Note the following when connecting the fl oppy and hard disk drive cables: • The fl oppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires.

  • Page 57: Floppy Connector

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Floppy Connector The fl oppy connector is designated J22. See the table below for pin defi nitions. Floppy Drive Connector Pin Defi nitions (J22) Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition Ground FDHDIN Ground Reserved FDEDIN Ground Index...

  • Page 58: Ide Connectors

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual IDE Connectors IDE Drive Connectors Pin Defi nitions (IDE#1, IDE#2) Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition There are no jumpers to confi g- Reset IDE Ground ure the onboard IDE#1 and #2 Host Data 7 Host Data 8 connectors.

  • Page 59: Sas Ports

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup SAS Ports SAS Port Pin Defi nitions (SAS0-3 ~ SAS4-7) There are eight SAS (Serial Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition Attached SCSI) ports (one port Ground Ground for SAS0-3 and one port for RX 0+ TX 0+ SAS4-7) on the serverboard.
  • Page 60 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Notes 5-26...

  • Page 61: Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform mainte- nance on the SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP chassis. For component instal- lation, follow the steps in the order given to eliminate the most common problems encountered.

  • Page 62: Control Panel

    VGA Port Ethernet Ports Power Supply* *Note: the lower (bottom) power supply module is a dummy on the 6025B-3. On the 6025B-3R, a redun- dant power supply module is located here. Control Panel The control panel (located on the front of the chassis) must be connected to the JF1 connector on the serverboard to provide you with system status indications.

  • Page 63: System Fans

    2. Installing a new fan Replace the failed fan with an identical 8-cm, 12 volt fan (available from Supermicro, p/n FAN-0070). Position the new fan at its proper place in the chassis by fi tting the fan with its housing onto the fan mounts in the chassis.

  • Page 64: Drive Bay Installation/Removal

    SAS Drives: You do not need to access the inside of the chassis or remove power to replace or swap SAS drives. Proceed to the next step for instructions. Note: You must use standard SAS drives in the SuperServer 6025B-3/6025B-3R. DVD-ROM/Floppy Disk Drive: For installing/removing the DVD-ROM or fl oppy disk drive, you will need to gain access to the inside of the server by removing the top cover of the chassis.

  • Page 65: Sas Drive Installation

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup SAS Drive Installation 1. Mounting a SAS drive in a drive carrier The SAS drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and re- moval from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airfl ow for the drives.
  • Page 66 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual 2. Installing/removing hot-swap SAS drives The SAS drive carriers are all easily accessible at the front of the chassis. These hard drives are hot-pluggable, meaning they can be removed and installed without powering down the system. To remove a carrier, push the release button located beside the drive LEDs.

  • Page 67: Installing Components In The 5.25" Drive Bays

    The top cover of the chassis must be opened to gain full access to the DVD-ROM drive bay. The 6025B-3/6025B-3R accomodates only slim type DVD-ROM drives. Side mounting brakets are typically needed to mount a slim DVD-ROM drive in the 6025B-3/6025B-3R server.

  • Page 68: Power Supply

    ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Power Supply 6025B-3 The SuperServer 6025B-3 has a single 560 watt power supply, which is auto- switching capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate with a 100v - 240v input voltage. Power Supply Failure If the power supply module fails, the system will shut down and you will need to replace the module.
  • Page 69 The PWR Fail LED will illuminate and remain on until the failed unit has been replaced. Re- placement units can be ordered directly from Supermicro (see contact information in the Preface). The power supply units have a hot-swap capability, meaning you can replace the failed unit without powering down the system.
  • Page 70 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Notes 6-10...

  • Page 71: Chapter 7: Bios

    Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual. Please refer to the Manual Download area of the Supermicro web site <http://www.supermicro.com> for any changes to the BIOS that may not be refl ected in this manual.

  • Page 72: Running Setup

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Running Setup *Default settings are in bold text unless otherwise noted. The BIOS setup options described in this section are selected by choosing the ap- propriate text from the main BIOS Setup screen. All displayed text is described in this section, although the screen display is often all you need to understand how to set the options (see next page).

  • Page 73: Main Bios Setup Menu

    Chapter 7: BIOS Main BIOS Setup Menu Main Setup Features System Time To set the system date and time, key in the correct information in the appropriate fi elds. Then press the <Enter> key to save the data. System Date Using the arrow keys, highlight the month, day and year fi...
  • Page 74 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual IDE Channel 0 Master/Slave, IDE Channel 1 Master/Slave, SATA Port2 and SATA Port3 These settings allow the user to set the parameters of IDE Channel 0 Master/ Slave, IDE Channel 1 Master/Slave, IDE Channel 2 Master, IDE Channel 3 Master slots.
  • Page 75 Chapter 7: BIOS CHS Format The following items will be displayed by the BIOS: TYPE: This item displays the type of IDE or SATA Device. Cylinders: This item indicates the status of Cylinders. Headers: This item indicates the number of headers. Sectors: This item displays the number of sectors.
  • Page 76 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Parallel ATA This setting allows the user to enable or disable the function of Parallel ATA. The options are Disabled, Channel 0, Channel 1, and Both. Serial ATA This setting allows the user to enable or disable the function of Serial ATA. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 77: Advanced Setup

    Chapter 7: BIOS System Memory This display informs you how much system memory is recognized as being present in the system. Extended Memory This display informs you how much extended memory is recognized as being present in the system. Advanced Setup Choose Advanced from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys.
  • Page 78 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Boot Features Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Quick Boot Mode If enabled, this feature will speed up the POST (Power On Self Test) routine by skipping certain tests after the computer is turned on. The settings are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 79 Chapter 7: BIOS Memory Cache Cache System BIOS Area This setting allows you to designate a reserve area in the system memory to be used as a System BIOS buffer to allow the BIOS write (cache) its data into this reserved memory area.
  • Page 80 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual or written into the L1, L2, L3 cache inside the CPU to speed up CPU operations. Select "Uncached" to disable this function. Select "Write Through" to allow data to be cached into the buffer and written into the system memory at the same time.
  • Page 81 Chapter 7: BIOS Slot1 PCI-X 100 MHz ZCR, Slot2 PCI-X 133MHz, Slot3 PCI-X 133MHz, Slot4 PCI-Exp x4, Slot5 PCI-Exp x8, and Slot6 PCI-Exp x8 Access the submenu for each of the settings above to make changes to the following: Option ROM Scan When enabled, this setting will initialize the device expansion ROM.
  • Page 82 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Memory Branch Mode This option determines how the two memory branches operate. System address space can either be interleaved between the two branches or Sequential from one branch to another. Mirror mode allows data correction by maintaining two copies of data in two branches.
  • Page 83 Chapter 7: BIOS Advanced Processor Options Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. CPU Speed This is a display that indicates the speed of the installed processor. Frequency Ratio (Available when supported by the CPU.) The feature allows the user to set the internal frequency multiplier for the CPU. The options are: Default, x12, x13, x14, x15, x16, x17 and x18.
  • Page 84 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU.) The CPU fetches the cache line for 64 bytes if this option is set to Disabled. The CPU fetches both cache lines for 128 bytes as comprised if Enabled. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 85 Chapter 7: BIOS Interrupt This setting allows you to select the IRQ (interrupt request) for serial port A. The options are IRQ3 and IRQ4. Serial Port B This setting allows you to assign control of serial port B. The options are Enabled (user defi...
  • Page 86 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual DMI Event Logging Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. Event Log Validity This is a display to inform you of the event log validity. It is not a setting. Event Log Capacity This is a display to inform you of the event log capacity.
  • Page 87 Chapter 7: BIOS Console Redirection Access the submenu to make changes to the following settings. COM Port Address This item allows you to specify to redirect the console to Onboard COM A or Onboard COM B. This setting can also be Disabled. BAUD Rate This item allows you to select the BAUD rate for console redirection.

  • Page 88: Hardware Monitor Logic

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Hardware Monitor Logic Note: The Phoenix BIOS will automatically detect the type of CPU(s) and hardware monitoring chip used on the motherboard and will display the Hardware Monitoring Screen accordingly. Your Hardware Monitoring Screen may look like the one shown on this page, on p.
  • Page 89 Chapter 7: BIOS Hardware Monitor Logic CPU Temperature Threshold (See note on page 7-18.) This option allows the user to set a CPU temperature threshold that will activate the alarm system when the CPU temperature reaches this pre-set temperature threshold. The options are 70 C, 75 C, 80 C and 85...
  • Page 90 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Hardware Monitor Logic (See note on page 7-18.) CPU Temperature Threshold This option allows the user to set a CPU temperature threshold that will activate the alarm system when the CPU temperature reaches this pre-set temperature threshold.
  • Page 91 Chapter 7: BIOS IPMI (The option is available only when an IPMI card is installed in the system.) IPMI Specifi cation Version: This item displays the current IPMI Version. Firmware Version: This item displays the current Firmware Version. System Event Logging Select Enabled to enable IPMI Event Logging.
  • Page 92 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual OS Boot Watch Dog Set to Enabled to enable OS Boot Watch Dog. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Timer for Loading OS (Minutes) This feature allows the user to set the time value (in minutes) for the previous item: OS Boot Watch Dog by keying-in a desired number in the blank.
  • Page 93 Chapter 7: BIOS Realtime Sensor Data This feature display information from motherboard sensors, such as temperatures, fan speeds and voltages of various components. 7-23...

  • Page 94: Security

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Security Choose Security from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. Security setting options are displayed by highlighting the setting using the arrow keys and pressing <Enter>. All Security BIOS settings are described in this section.

  • Page 95: Boot

    Chapter 7: BIOS Password on Boot This setting allows you to require a password to be entered when the system boots up. The options are Enabled (password required) and Disabled (password not required). Boot Choose Boot from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display.

  • Page 96: Exit

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Exit Choose Exit from the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility main menu with the arrow keys. You should see the following display. All Exit BIOS settings are described in this section. Exit Saving Changes Highlight this item and hit <Enter> to save any changes you made and to exit the BIOS Setup utility.

  • Page 97: Appendix A: Bios Post Messages

    Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Appendix A BIOS POST Messages During the Power-On Self-Test (POST), the BIOS will check for problems. If a prob- lem is found, the BIOS will activate an alarm or display a message. The following is a list of such BIOS messages.
  • Page 98 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual System CMOS checksum bad - Default confi guration used System CMOS has been corrupted or modifi ed incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default Setup Values.
  • Page 99 Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages System cache error - Cache disabled RAM cache failed and BIOS disabled the cache. On older boards, check the cache jumpers. You may have to replace the cache. See your dealer. A disabled cache slows system performance considerably.
  • Page 100 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Invalid System Confi guration Data Problem with NVRAM (CMOS) data. I/O device IRQ confl ict I/O device IRQ confl ict error. PS/2 Mouse Boot Summary Screen: PS/2 Mouse installed. nnnn kB Extended RAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.
  • Page 101 Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup, <F3> for previous Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press <F1> to start the boot process or <F2> to enter Setup and change the settings. Press <F3> to display the previous screen (usually an initialization error of an Option ROM, i.e., an add-on card).
  • Page 102 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 103: Appendix B: Bios Post Codes

    Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes Appendix B BIOS POST Codes This section lists the POST (Power On Self Test) codes for the PhoenixBIOS. POST codes are divided into two categories: recoverable and terminal. Recoverable POST Errors When a recoverable type of error occurs during POST, the BIOS will display an POST code that describes the problem.
  • Page 104 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual POST Code Description 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset Programmable Interrupt Controller 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 Keyboard Controller Set ES segment register to 4 GB Auto size DRAM Initialize POST Memory Manager...
  • Page 105 Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes POST Code Description Test RAM between 512 and 640 kB Test extended memory Test extended memory address lines Jump to UserPatch1 Confi gure advanced cache registers Initialize Multi Processor APIC Enable external and CPU caches Setup System Management Mode (SMM) area Display external L2 cache size Load custom defaults (optional)
  • Page 106 UPER ERVER 6025B-3/6025B-3R User's Manual POST Code Description Check for SMART Drive (optional) Set up Power Management Initialize security engine (optional) Enable hardware interrupts Determine number of ATA and SCSI drives Set time of day Check key lock Initialize typematic rate Erase <ESC>...
  • Page 107 Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes POST Code Description Unknown interrupt Check Intel Branding string Alert Standard Format initialization Late init for IPMI Log error if micro-code not updated properly The following are for boot block in Flash ROM POST Code Description Initialize the chipset Initialize the bridge Initialize the CPU...
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  • Page 109: Appendix C: Raid And Software Installation

    The SAS cable can only be used with backplanes that support both SAS and SATA. If you want to use this motherboard with Supermicro's SAS Mobile Racks, such as CSE-M28E1, make sure to use Cable CBL-0116. (Note: cable CBL-0116 is a cross-over cable and is not provided with this motherboard.)

  • Page 110: Managing Arrays

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3 User's Manual Managing Arrays Select this option to view array properties, and delete arrays. The following sections describe the operations Of "Managing Arrays". To select this option, use the arrow keys and the <enter> key to select "Managing Arrays"...
  • Page 111 Appendix C: RAID and Software Installation Deleting Arrays Warning: Back up the data on an array before you delete it to prevent the loss of data. Deleted arrays cannot be restored. To delete an existing array: 1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC utility.
  • Page 112 UPER ERVER 6025B-3 User's Manual Assigning Array Properties Once you've create a new array, you are ready to assign the properties to the array. Caution: Once the array is created and its properties are assigned, you cannot change the array properties using the ACU. You will need to use the Adaptec Stor- age Manager - Browser Edition.
  • Page 113 Appendix C: RAID and Software Installation 4. The ACU allows you to use drives of different sizes in a RAID . However, during a build operation, only the smaller drive can be selected as the source or fi rst drive. 5.
  • Page 114 UPER ERVER 6025B-3 User's Manual Initializing Disk Drives If an installed disk does not appear in the disk selection list for creating a new ar- ray, or if it appears grayed out, you may have to initialize it before you can use it as part of an array.
  • Page 115 Appendix C: RAID and Software Installation Using the SerialSelect Utility to Confi gure SAS Settings The SerialSelect Utility enables you to confi gure SAS disk drive settings. To access the SAS utilities: 1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC utility. (as shown in the screen below.) 2.
  • Page 116 UPER ERVER 6025B-3 User's Manual To set the controller confi guration: 3. Select "Controller Confi guration" and press <Enter> to access the submen as shown below: 4. Use the arrow keys to select an item. Then, press <Enter> and the arrow keys to confi...
  • Page 117 Appendix C: RAID and Software Installation To Set the Physical Confi guration: 1. Turn on the computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to access the ARC utility. 2. Use the arrow keys to select "SerialSelect Utility" and press <Enter> to access the Physical Confi...

  • Page 118: Using The Disk Utilities

    UPER ERVER 6025B-3 User's Manual 4. Use the arrow keys to select an item. Then, press <Enter> and the arrow keys to confi gure the item selected. 5. To load default settings, press <F6>. 6. Press <Esc> to return to the previous menu and to exit the utility.
  • Page 119 2. Press Yes to exit the Utility. For more information regarding Adaptec RAID Utility, please refer to Adaptec's User's Guide in the CD included in your shipping package. You can also download a copy of Adaptec User's Guide from our web site at: www. supermicro.com.) C-11...
  • Page 120 UPER ERVER 6025B-3 User's Manual C-2 Installing Drivers After you've installed Windows Operating System, a screen as shown below will appear. You are ready to install software programs and drivers that have not yet been installed. To install these software programs and drivers, click the icons to the right of these items.
  • Page 121 Appendix C: RAID and Software Installation C-3 Confi guring Supero Doctor III The Supero Doctor III program is a Web base management tool that supports remote management capability. It includes Remote and Local Management tools. The local management is called SD III Client. The Supero Doctor III program included on the CDROM that came with your motherboard allows you to moni- tor the environment and operations of your system.
  • Page 122 Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen-II (Remote Control) Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloaded from our Web site at: ftp://ftp.supermicro.com/utility/Supero_Doctor_III/. You can also download SDIII User's Guide at: http://www.supermicro.com/PRODUCT/Manuals/SDIII/UserGuide. pdf. For Linux, we will still recommend that you use Supero Doctor II.

  • Page 123: Appendix D: System Specifi Cations

    Appendix D: System Specifi cations Appendix D System Specifi cations Processors Single or dual Intel® dual-core Xeon™ 5000/5100 Sequence type processors at a front side (system) bus speed of 1333/1066/667 MHz. Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel 5000P/ESB2 chipset BIOS...
  • Page 124 Model: X7DB3 (Extended ATX form factor) Dimensions: 12 x 13 in (305 x 330 mm) Chassis 6025B-3: SC825TQ-560LP Form Factor: 2U rackmount 6025B-3R: SC825TQ-R700LP Form Factor: 2U rackmount Dimensions: (WxHxD) 16.8 x 3.5 x 25.5 in. (427 x 89 x 648 mm) Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 53 lbs.
  • Page 125 Appendix D: System Specifi cations Operating Environment Operating Temperature: 10º to 35º C (50º to 95º F) Non-operating Temperature: -40º to 70º C (-40º to 158º F) Operating Relative Humidity: 8% to 90% (non-condensing) Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (non-condensing) Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-3-2/-3-3, CISPR 22 Class A...
  • Page 126 UPER ERVER 6025B-3 User's Manual Notes...

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