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Foreword This manual is the product technical manual for the SY8108G-G4 rackmount server, mainly introducing and explaining the appearance, structure, hardware installation, and basic configuration of this product. This manual is intended for reference by professional technical personnel. Installation and maintenance of this product should only be carried out by experienced technical personnel.
1. Product Introduction 1.1 Product Overview SY8108G-G4 is an AI computing server built on the Intel Eagle Stream platform, delivering powerful computing performance and exceptional scalability. It supports direct CPU-to-GPU connections and features high performance and parallel computing, extensive expansion capabilities, high reliability, energy efficiency, intelligent maintenance, modular design, and an open ecosystem.
Structure diagram 1-3 Name Name Rear Top Cover Power Module Front Top Cover Power Board 12038 Fan Module Riser Cable Base 12038 Fan Bracket Front Hard Drive Backplane Motherboard Network Card Module RAID Card Riser Cable Base 6056 Fan Bracket IO Board 6056 Fan Module IO Module...
Motherboard logic block diagram 1-4 Supports one or two 4th/5th generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors (Sapphire Rapids/Emerald Rapids), LGA4677 socket, TDP power consumption of 350W. Each CPU supports 8 DDR5 channels, with each channel supporting 2 DIMMs, for a total of 32 slots across two CPUs, supporting individual module capacities of 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB, with maximum memory frequencies of 4400, 4800, and 5600 MHz.
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Product Series SY8108G-G4 8U 12-bay Form Factor 364.6 mm (H) × 446 mm (W) × 910 mm (D) Dimension Supports one or two 4th/5th generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors, with a Processor maximum TDP of 350W 32 DDR5 slots, supporting DDR5 RDIMM 4400/4800/5600 MHz, with individual Memory module capacities of 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB.
2. Hardware Description 2.1 Front Panel 2.1.1 Appearance 12x3.5-inch hard drive configuration Figure 2-1 Name Name Left Ear Integrated GPU Module Assembly Right Ear Integrated Hard Drive Module Assembly Table 2-1...
2.1.2 Indicator lights and buttons Figure 2-2 Indicator light/button Indicator light/button GOOXI Logo M.2 Hard Drive Activity Indicator Power On/Off System Alarm Indicator Button/Indicator UID Button/Indicator Network port 1 connection status indicator light Network port 2 connection status Reset Server Button...
UID button description: Short press this button to turn on/off the positioning light. Reset server Press to restart the server button Hard drive If there is data read or write activity on the PCH, indicator the hard drive indicator will blink. System warning indicator.
interface such as monitors or KVM USB3.0 For accessing USB devices interface Table 2-4 2.2 Rear Panel 2.2.1 Appearance Appearance of the rear panel Figure 2-4 Name Name PCIe Module I/O Module PCIe Rear Window Management Port Power Module USB 3.0 Port Table 2-5 Note:...
Network Port port. This interface allows for server management. Provides external USB ports for connecting USB devices. USB 3.0 Note: When using external USB devices, Interface please ensure that the USB device is in good condition to prevent server malfunctions. Table 2-6 2.2.2 Indicator lights and buttons Rear Panel Indicators...
When configuring with 1 processor, it must be installed in the CPU 0 position. Processors installed in the same server must have the same model. For specific optional system components, please consult Gooxi sales. Processor positions are as shown in the diagram below: ...
2.4 Memory 2.4.1 Memory slot location This motherboard adopts Eagle Stream platform and is equipped with Intel® Xeon® Sapphire Rapids/Emerald Rapids CPU. Each CPU supports 8 DDR5 channels, each channel supports 2 DIMMs, two CPUs support 32 slots in total, and the memory frequency supports 4400/4800/5600MHz;...
2.4.3 Memory installation guidelines The server can accommodate up to 32 DDR5 memory modules. Memory configuration must adhere to the principles of memory installation. Figure 2-8 2.5 Storage 2.5.1 Hard drive configuration Configuration 8U 12-bay Description 12 hot-swappable SAS hard drives require an Maximum 3.5/2.5-inch optional SAS passthrough...
Supports AC or DC power modules. Supports hot-swap. Power modules in the same server must have the same model. For specific optional system accessories, please consult Gooxi sales. The power module locations are as shown in the following diagram: ...
Figure 2-11 The device is equipped with two identical specification hot-swappable power modules, both of which must be powered simultaneously for the product to function properly. 2.7 Fans The chassis supports 12 fan modules internally. Supports hot swapping. Supports variable fan speeds.
Figure 2-13 Note: Up to 13 PCIe slots are supported at the front and rear (limited by PCIe signaling). Among them, PCIe2, PCIe3, PCIe5, PCIe6, and PCIe9–PCIe12 support 4.5-width GPUs and are backward compatible with 4-width, 3.5-width, 3-width, and dual-width GPUs. PCIe1, PCIe4, PCIe7, PCIe8, and PCIe13 support single-width PCIe cards.
power of 75W. The power of PCIe cards depends on the model of the PCIe card. Table 2-11 2.9 PCBA 2.9.1 Motherboard Motherboard Figure 2-14 Name 1、14、23 PCIE 5.0 MCIO connector Left ear board connector 3、5、15 GPU power connector 4、16 Switch board P12V power connector SLIM X4 SATA3.0 connector GPIO RSV...
Right ear board connector 19、22 PCIE Riser card power connector 20、26 Front hard drive backplane power connector 21、25 Fan board power connector Fan board data connector Table 2-12 2.9.2 Hard drive backplane 12×3.5-inch Front Hard Drive Backplane TOP surface Figure 2-15 Description Function...
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providing PCIe×8 interface for MCIO connector connecting to CPU and NVME Table 2-14...
3. Installation Instructions 3.1 Chassis Top Cover Installation Step 1: Lift the slot at the opening position, push and lift it in the direction indicated by the diagram. Figure 3-1 3.2 Installation of Accessories 3.2.1 CPU installation Step 1: Install the retention clip, tilt the CPU at the angle shown in the ...
Figure 3-2 Step 2: Install the CPU onto the heatsink, ensuring that both the CPU and heatsink surfaces are clean and free from oil or debris. Apply approximately 0.4ml of thermal grease evenly across the CPU surface. Step 3: Align corner A1 (triangular mark) and secure the CPU onto the ...
Figure 3-4 Step 2: Install the CPU and heatsink onto the motherboard. Align the heatsink mounting screws on the heatsink base with the fixed screws on the CPU socket, and tighten the heatsink mounting screws in the indicated sequence.
DIMM_B0、DIMM_B1、DIMM_C0、DIMM_C1、DIMM_D0、DIMM_D1、DIMM_E0、 DIMM_E1、DIMM_F0、DIMM_F1、DIMM_G0、DIMM_G1、DIMM_H0、DIMM_H1; The 16 memory slots controlled by CPU1 on the motherboard are:DIMM_A0、DIMM_A1、 DIMM_B0、DIMM_B1、DIMM_C0、DIMM_C1、DIMM_D0、DIMM_D1、DIMM_E0、 DIMM_E1、DIMM_F0、DIMM_F1、DIMM_G0、DIMM_G1、DIMM_H0、DIMM_H1。 Please note that the memory notch should align with the notch on the DIMM slot. Insert each DIMM module vertically into place to prevent improper installation. Figure 3-6 Figure 3-7 Note: Please use memory modules with the same CAS latency value on this...
Figure 3-8 3.2.5 GPU card installation Step 1: Install according to the length of the GPU card to be installed. Step 2: Install the GPU card. Insert the connector end of the GPU card into the motherboard connector, secure it with screws, as shown in the diagram below: Figure 3-9 3.2.6 Server slide rail installation...
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Figure 3-10 Step 2: Fasten the inner rails to the sides of the chassis. Figure 3-11 Step 3: Install the outer rails on the cabinet brackets and secure the screws. ...
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Figure 3-12 Note: When installing the guide rail, align it with the U-mark, and push it into place until you hear a click sound. Secure it firmly using M5 screws. Step 4: Align the chassis with the inner rails installed with the outer rails for ...
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Figure 3-14 Note: During equipment maintenance, it is necessary to loosen the panel screws and pull the chassis lightly. Do not push or pull the chassis at random speed to avoid damage to the equipment.
4. Configuration Instructions 4.1 Initial Configuration 4.1.1 Power on and start Before powering on, it is necessary to ensure that all configurations of the server are installed in accordance with the corresponding specifications and standards, and keep the server turned off but not unplugged from the power supply.
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Figure 4-1 State After G3 The menu options for setting the state after entering G3 status are: S0 State:Power on and start up directly S5 State:You need to press the Power button to turn on the power Default: S5 State Enter the BMC IP address ->...
Figure 4-3 The Main interface contains the basic information of the BIOS system, such as the BIOS version number, CPU model, memory capacity, and the system time can be set. For detailed instructions, please refer to the "BIOS User Manual". Navigation key description: ...
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address is displayed. After the server powers on, pay attention to the POST process. Press the <DEL> or <ESC> key on the keyboard to enter the BIOS Setup interface. Switch to the following screen: Figure 4-4 Configure IPV4 support: Configuration Address source ...
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Configuration Address source Configure the BMC IP address allocation mode, the menu options are: Unspecified: No change to BMC parameters Static: BIOS static IP setting DynamicBmcDhcp: BMC runs DHCP to dynamically assign IP DynamicBmcNonDhcp: BMC runs the Non-DHCP protocol to dynamically assign IP Default: Unspecified When changing from "Unspecified"...
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will display the network parameters (IPv6) for the system's dedicated Ethernet port. Log in to the BMC management interface Enter the IP address on the web page, as shown in the figure: Figure 4-5 Enter the account password to enter the home page, and you can set the BMC IP address on the management interface.
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Figure 4-6 This page sets the IP address of the BMC management network port.
If the above steps do not resolve the issue, try replacing the monitor with a known working one to confirm if the original monitor is faulty. If the issue persists, please contact Gooxi's customer service department for resolution. Front Panel Indicator Lights Alarm Refer to the instructions in the manual to determine the specific alarm information indicated by the front panel lights and buttons.
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Set static or dynamic IP and ensure ping connectivity. If the web interface does not open, try using a newer version of Internet Explorer. If the problem is not resolved, please contact Gooxi’s customer service department for further assistance and resolution.
6. Scrap Recycling For environmental protection and resource reuse, we earnestly ask you to properly handle discarded server products. Before discarding the server, we recommend that you completely demagnetize the storage media, clear data, and physically destroy them to ensure that your personal data is not leaked.
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