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  • Page 1 ® Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide ® A Guide for Technically Qualified Assemblers of Intel Identified Subassemblies/Products Order Number: A28570-001...
  • Page 2 Intel assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. Intel makes no commitment to update nor to keep current the information contained in this document. No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written consent of Intel.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Description Server Board Features ......................7 Back Panel Connectors ....................8 Server Board Connector and Component Locations ............ 9 Processor ........................10 Memory ........................10 Add-in Board Slots ......................11 Video ..........................12 SCSI Controller ........................12 IDE Controller........................12 Network Controller......................
  • Page 4 Hard Disk Drive Activity Light Does Not Light ............62 CD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not Light ............. 62 Cannot Connect to a Server..................62 Problems with Network ....................63 PCI Installation Tips....................63 Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...
  • Page 5 Problems with Application Software..................64 Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected ..................64 5 Technical Reference Server Board Jumpers......................65 6 Regulatory and Integration Information Product Regulatory Compliance ..................67 Product Safety Compliance..................67 Product EMC Compliance..................67 Product Regulatory Compliance Markings ..............67 Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices................
  • Page 6 Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 7: Description

    AIC- AIC7899, supporting onboard Ultra2 (LVD) wide and Ultra-wide SCSI interfaces. ® Network Integrated onboard NIC, an Intel 82559 single chip PCI LAN controller for 10 or 100 Mbps TX Fast Ethernet networks. RJ-45 Ethernet connector at I/O back panel.

  • Page 8: Back Panel Connectors

    Back Panel Connectors OM10672 USB connectors Serial port 2 connector C. Serial port 1 connector D. NMI switch Parallel port connector Keyboard connector G. Mouse connector H. Video connector Network connector Figure 1. Back Panel Connectors Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 9: Server Board Connector And Component Locations

    Server Board Connector and Component Locations OM10670 Main power connector (P33) N. System fan connector FAN2A (P27) VRM socket (P32) O. Front panel connector(P23) C. Auxiliary power connector (P34) Four pin speaker connector (P25) D. Primary processor (P13) Q. Ultra Single Ended (SE) SCSI connector (P9) Secondary processor (P14) R.

  • Page 10: Processor

    The STL2 server board accommodates one or two Intel Pentium III processors for the PGA370 socket. This processor uses the same core and offers the same performance as the Intel Pentium III processor for the slot 2 connector, but utilizes a new package technology called flip chip pin grid array, or FC-PGA.

  • Page 11: Add-In Board Slots

    Add-in Board Slots The server board has three full length and one half length standard PCI (PCI-33/32 bit) connectors. PCI features: Bus speed up to 33 MHz 32 bit memory addressing 5 V signaling environment Burst transfers of up to 133 Mbps 8, 16, or 32 bit data transfers Plug and Play ready Parity enabled...

  • Page 12: Video

    The device controls: PIO and DMA transfer modes DMA-33 capable Mode 4 timings Transfer rates up to 33 MB/s Buffering for PCI/IDE burst transfers Master/slave IDE mode Up to two devices. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 13: Network Controller

    To ensure EMC product regulation compliance, the end system must be used with a shielded LAN cable. The server board includes a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX network solution based on the Intel 82559 single chip Fast Ethernet PCI Bus Controller. As a PCI bus master, the controller can burst data at up to 132 MB/s.
  • Page 14 Adapter teams configured for ALB also provide the benefits of AFT. Receive rates remain at 100 Mbps. To use ALB, you must have two, three, or four PRO/100 Intelligent Server adapters installed in your server or workstation and linked to the same network switch. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 15: Keyboard And Mouse

    Cisco Fast EtherChannel Fast EtherChannel (FEC) is a performance technology developed by Cisco to increase your server’s throughput. Unlike ALB, FEC can be configured to increase both transmission and reception channels between your server and switch. FEC works only with FEC-enabled switches, such as the Catalyst 5000 series.

  • Page 16: Security

    Security ® To help prevent unauthorized entry or use of the server, Intel Server Control server management software monitors the system intrusion switch. Security with Mechanical Locks and Monitoring If installed, you can activate the chassis intrusion alarm switch. When the side door is opened, the switch transmits an alarm signal to the server board, where BMC firmware and server management software process the signal.

  • Page 17: Software Security Features

    May enter either password to boot the server if Password on Boot is enabled in either the BIOS Setup or SSU. May enter either password to exit secure mode. Secure Mode Configure and enable the secure boot mode by using the SSU. When secure mode is in effect: You can boot the server and the operating system will run, but you must enter the user password to use the keyboard or mouse.
  • Page 18 If secure mode is enabled and the “Secure Boot Mode” option is also enabled, the server will fully boot but will require a password before accepting any keyboard or mouse input. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 19: Upgrading

    2 Upgrading Tools and Supplies Needed Phillips (cross head) screwdriver (#1 bit and #2 bit) Jumper removal tool or needle nosed pliers Pen or pencil Antistatic wrist strap and conductive foam pad (recommended) Cautions These warnings and cautions apply throughout this chapter. Only a technically qualified person should configure the server board.

  • Page 20: Memory

    DIMMs must be installed in order from slot 1 to slot 4, no empty slots between installed DIMMs. Slot 1 is the slot farthest from the processors. Installed DIMMs must be the same speed and must all be registered. For a list of supported memory, call your service representative or visit the Intel Support website: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/STL2/compat.htm OM10673 Figure 3.

  • Page 21: Processors

    Make sure your server can handle a newer, faster processor (thermal and power considerations). For exact information about processor interchangeability, contact your customer service representative or visit the Intel Customer Support website: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/STL2...

  • Page 22: Adding Or Replacing A Processor

    The second processor must be compatible with the first processor (within one stepping, same voltage, same speed, see the Intel support website for specifics). 1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this chapter and the additional cautions given here.

  • Page 23: Insert The Processor

    OM08879 Figure 5. Insert the Processor 5. Lower the locking bar completely. OM08880 Figure 6. Lower the Locking Bar Upgrading...

  • Page 24: Place The Heatsink

    7. Attach the fan heatsink clip to the processor socket. We recommend attaching the side away from the fan cable first. Then use a screw driver or other tool to attach the remaining side. OM10681 Figure 8. Attach the Heatsink Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 25: Connect The Processor Fan

    8. Connect the processor fan cable to the processor fan connector. OM10671 Figure 9. Connect the Processor Fan Upgrading...

  • Page 26: Processor Clock Speed Jumper

    9. If you are installing faster processors, you must configure the speed jumpers. OM10674 Figure 10. Processor Clock Speed Jumper Table 3. CPU Clock Speed (5E1) Pins Pins Pins Pins Pins Pins Speed 9-10 11-12 1000 Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 27: Removing A Processor

    Removing a Processor 1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this chapter and the additional cautions given here. 2. Unplug the heatsink fan. 3. Detach the heatsink clip from the processor socket. See the documentation that shipped with your processor for more detail.

  • Page 28: Install The Voltage Regulator Module

    Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren. ADVARSEL Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosjonsfare. Ved utskifting benyttes kun batteri som anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukt batteri returneres apparatleverandøren. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 29: Replacing The Back Up Battery

    VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. VAROITUS Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti. 1.
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  • Page 31: Configuration Software And Utilities

    3 Configuration Software and Utilities This chapter describes the Power On Self Test (POST) and server configuration utilities. The table below briefly describes the utilities. Table 4. Configuration Utilities Utility Description and brief procedure Page BIOS Setup If the system does not have a diskette drive, or the drive is disabled or misconfigured, use Setup to enable it.

  • Page 32: Power-On Self Test (Post)

    Note the screen display and write down the beep code you hear; this information is useful for your service representative. For a listing of beep codes and error messages that POST can generate, see the “Solving Problems” chapter in this manual. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 33: Using Bios Setup

    Using BIOS Setup This section describes the BIOS Setup options. Use Setup to change the server configuration defaults. You can run Setup with or without an operating system being present. Setup stores most of the configuration values in battery backed CMOS; the rest of the values are stored in flash memory.

  • Page 34: Setup Menus

    Adds a delay before first access of the hard drive. Enabled Primary Master Enters submenu. Primary Slave Enters submenu. Processor Speed Enters submenu. Language English (US) Selects which language BIOS displays. Français Deutsch Italiano Español Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 35: Primary Master/Slave Submenu

    Primary Master/Slave Submenu Feature Choices Description Type User User configures the attached drive Auto System detects CD ROM The attached drive is a CD-ROM ATAPI Removable The attached drive is a removable media device (tape drive, zip drive) Multimode Transfers Disabled Enabled LBA Mode Control...
  • Page 36 This field is informational only. Status Clear DIMM Error Press <Enter> Clears the memory error status. DIMM Error Pause Enabled Enabled causes the system to pause at the end of POST if a Disabled memory error occurred. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 37: Peripheral Configuration Submenu

    Peripheral Configuration Submenu Feature Choices Description Serial Port 1 Disabled 3F8, IRQ 3 3F8, IRQ 4 2F8, IRQ 3 2F8, IRQ 4 3E8, IRQ 3 3E8, IRQ 4 2E8, IRQ 3 2E8, IRQ 4 Auto Auto forces BIOS to configure the port. Serial Port 2 Disabled 3F8, IRQ 3...
  • Page 38 10/sec 13.3/sec 18.5/sec 21.8/sec 26.7/sec 30/sec Keyboard auto-repeat delay 1/4 sec Sets the delay before a key starts to repeat when it is 1/2 sec held down. 3/4 sec 1 sec Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 39: Security Menu

    Security Menu You can make the following selections on the Security Menu itself. Enabling the Supervisor Password field requires a password for entering Setup. The passwords are not case-sensitive. Feature Choices Description Supervisor Clear Status only; user cannot modify. Password is User Password is Clear Status only;...

  • Page 40: System Hardware Menu

    Console Connection Direct Sets what the console connection is. Via modem Boot Menu Feature Device Description Boot Diagnostics Screen Enabled Disabled Boot Device Priority Enters submenu. Hard Drive Enters submenu. Removable Devices Enters submenu. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 41: Exit Menu

    ATAPI CD-ROM Drive Attempts to boot from an ATAPI CD-ROM drive. Hard Drive Attempts to boot from a hard drive device. Intel UNDI, PXE-2.0 Attempts to boot from a network connection. Requires the presence of a PXE server. Hard Drive Submenu...

  • Page 42: Using The System Setup Utility

    The SSU supports the ROM-DOS V6.22 operating system. It may run on other ROM-DOS- compatible operating systems but they are not supported. The SSU will not operate from a “DOS box” running under an operating system such as Windows. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 43: Running The Ssu Remotely Via An Emergency Management Card

    Running the SSU Remotely via an Emergency Management Card Using graphical hardware redirection via the emergency management card 2, you can see the SSU Console in VGA graphics mode, control the mouse, and control the keyboard from a local system connected to a remote server by a network or modem.

  • Page 44: Customizing The Ssu

    In the SSU Main window, double-click on the task name under Available Tasks to display the main window for the selected task. Highlight the task name, and click on OK. Use the tab and arrow keys to highlight the desired button, and press the spacebar or <Enter>. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 45: Sel Manager Add-In

    SEL Manager Add-in Clicking on the SEL Manager Add-in task brings up the Server Event Log (SEL) viewer. You can load and view the current SEL data stored in the BMC, save the currently loaded SEL data to a file, view previously saved SEL data, or clear the SEL.

  • Page 46: Sdr Manager Add-In

    Properties Displays SDR information from the BMC. These fields are display only. Reload Reloads the SDR entries from the server. Help The Help menu has the following option: Help Topics Displays the help information for the SDR Manager Add-in. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 47: Fru Manager Add-In

    FRU Manager Add-in Clicking on the FRU Manager Add-in task brings up the Field Replacement Unit (FRU) viewer. You can load and view the current FRU data stored in the NV storage area, save the currently loaded FRU data to a file, or view previously saved FRU data. The FRU Manager main window provides access to all the features of the add-in through menus.

  • Page 48: Frusdr Load Utility

    CFG, SDR and FRU load files. The executable file for the utility is frusdr.exe. The utility requires the following supporting files: one or more .fru files describing the system’s field replaceable units a .cfg file describing the system configuration a .sdr file describing the sensors in the system Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 49: Command Line Format

    Command Line Format The basic command line format is frusdr [/?] [/h] [/d {smb, fru, sdr}] [/cfg filename.cfg] /p Command Description frusdr Is the name of the utility. /? or /h Displays usage information. /d {smb, fru, sdr} Only displays requested area. /cfg filename.cfg Uses custom CFG file.
  • Page 50 Configuration File. Nontagged SDRs are automatically programmed. The utility also copies all written SDRs to the SDR.TMP file. It contains an image of what was loaded, and the TMP file is also useful for debugging the server. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...
  • Page 51 Updating FRU Nonvolatile Storage Area After the configuration is determined, the utility updates the FRU nonvolatile storage area. First it verifies the Common Header area and checksum from the specified FRU file. The Internal Use Area is read out of the specified .FRU file and is programmed into the nonvolatile storage. The Chassis, Board, Product and MultiRecord areas are read out of the specified .FRU file, if they exist, then those areas are programmed into the FRU nonvolatile storage.

  • Page 52: Upgrading The Bios

    You can upgrade to a new version of the BIOS using the new BIOS files and the BIOS upgrade utility, PHLASH.EXE. You can obtain the BIOS upgrade file and the PHLASH.EXE utility through your computer supplier or from the Intel Customer Support website: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/STL2...

  • Page 53: Upgrading The Bios

    Creating the BIOS Upgrade Floppy Diskette The BIOS upgrade file is a compressed self-extracting archive that contains the files you need to upgrade the BIOS. 1. Copy the BIOS upgrade file to a temporary directory on your hard disk. 2. From the C:\ prompt, change to the temporary directory. 3.

  • Page 54: Changing The Bios Language

    You can use the BIOS upgrade utility to change the language the BIOS uses for messages and the Setup program. Use a bootable floppy disk containing the Intel flash utility and language files. 1. Boot the computer with the bootable floppy disk in drive A. The BIOS upgrade utility screen appears.

  • Page 55: Using The Firmware Update Utility

    Using the Firmware Update Utility The Firmware Update Utility is a DOS-based program used to update the Baseboard Management Controller’s firmware code. You only need to run the Firmware Update Utility if new firmware code becomes necessary. Running the Firmware Update Utility 1.
  • Page 56 Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 57: Solving Problems

    Is AC power available at the wall outlet? Are all integrated components from the tested components lists? Check the tested memory, and chassis lists, as well as the supported hardware and operating system list on the Intel Customer Support website.

  • Page 58: Running New Application Software

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  • Page 59: More Problem Solving Procedures

    More Problem Solving Procedures This section provides a more detailed approach to identifying a problem and locating its source. Preparing the System for Diagnostic Testing CAUTION Turn off devices before disconnecting cables: Before disconnecting any peripheral cables from the system, turn off the system and any external peripheral devices.

  • Page 60: Specific Problems And Corrective Actions

    Is the video monitor plugged in and turned on? Are the brightness and contrast controls on the video monitor properly adjusted? Are the video monitor switch settings correct? Is the video monitor signal cable properly installed? Is the onboard video controller enabled? Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 61: Characters Are Distorted Or Incorrect

    If you are using an add-in video controller board, do the following: 1. Verify that the video controller board is fully seated in the server board connector. 2. Reboot the system for changes to take effect. 3. If there are still no characters on the screen after you reboot the system and POST emits a beep code, write down the beep code you hear.

  • Page 62: Diskette Drive Activity Light Does Not Light

    If you are directly connecting two servers (no hub), you will need a crossover cable (see your hub documentation for more information on crossover cables). Check the network controller LEDs that are visible through an opening at the system back panel. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 63: Problems With Network

    Problems with Network The server hangs when the drivers are loaded. Change the PCI BIOS interrupt settings. Try the “PCI Installation Tips” below. Diagnostics pass, but the connection fails. Make sure the network cable is securely attached. Make sure you specify the correct frame type in your NET.CFG file. The Activity LED doesn’t light.

  • Page 64: Problems With Application Software

    If the problem persists, contact the software vendor’s customer service representative for help. Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected Check the following: Is the BIOS set to allow the CD-ROM to be the first bootable device? Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 65: Technical Reference

    5 Technical Reference Server Board Jumpers 1J15 OM10683 Figure 14. Jumper Locations Table 6. Configuration Jumper (1J15) Jumper Name Pins What it does at system reset CMOS clear If these pins are jumpered, the CMOS settings will be cleared on the next reset.

  • Page 66: Configuration Jumper (1L4)

    1-2 on block 6A. Reserved Reserved. These pins should be jumpered. Reserved Reserved. These pins should not be jumpered. Reserved 9-10 Reserved. These pins should not be jumpered. Reserved 11-12 Reserved. These pins should not be jumpered. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 67: Regulatory And Integration Information

    The SBL2 has been has been tested and verified to comply with the following electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) regulations when installed a compatible Intel host system. For information on compatible host system(s) refer to Intel’s Server Builder website or contact your local Intel representative.

  • Page 68: Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices

    Europe (CE Declaration of Conformity) This product has been tested in accordance too, and complies with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) and EMC Directive (89/336/EEC). The product has been marked with the CE Mark to illustrate its compliance. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 69: Bsmi (Taiwan)

    BSMI (Taiwan) The BSMI Certification number 3892I921 is silk screened on the component side of the server board; and the following BSMI EMC warning is located on solder side of the server board. Regulatory and Integration Information...

  • Page 70: Replacing The Back Up Battery

    Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. VAROITUS Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti. Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 71: Equipment Log And Power Consumption Worksheets

    7 Equipment Log and Power Consumption Worksheets Equipment Log Use the blank equipment log provided here to record information about your system. You will need some of this information when you run the SSU. Manufacturer Name and Item Model Number Serial Number Date Installed System...
  • Page 72 Equipment Log (continued) Manufacturer Name and Item Model Number Serial Number Date Installed Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 73: Current Usage

    Current Usage NOTE Both processors pull power from +5V. This may limit the number of drives and/or add-in cards you may install. As an overall current usage limitation on the power supply, do not exceed a combined power output of 195 watts for the +5 and +3.3 volt outputs. The PCI slots on the server board are rated at a maximum of 5 amperes per slot.

  • Page 74: Power Usage Worksheet 1

    3.5-inch hard disk drive 3.5-inch hard disk drive 3.5-inch hard disk drive 3.5-inch hard disk drive 3.5-inch hard disk drive 3.5-inch diskette drive CD-ROM drive Fans (3 chassis and 2 processor) 1.32 A Total Current Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

  • Page 75: Power Usage Worksheet 2

    Worksheet, Total Combined Power Used by the System 1. From the previous worksheet, enter the total current for each column. 2. Multiply the voltage by the total current to get the total wattage for each voltage level. 3. Add the total wattage for each voltage level to arrive at a total combined power usage on the power supply.
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  • Page 77: Index

    Index CMOS, clear to reconfigure diskette drive, 33 configuration, limiting access to system with administrative password, 18 Adapter Fault Tolerance, 13, 14 configuring server board jumpers Adaptive Load Balancing, 13, 14 location on server board, 65 Add-in boards configuring system IDE bus slots, 11 SCU, 31 administrative password, 16...
  • Page 78 61 mouse system cooling fans do not rotate, 61 compatibility, 15 system lights, 59 inactivity timer, 15 processor, 21 removing, 22, 27 selecting the correct processor, 21 network, controller, 7, 13 Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...
  • Page 79 Exit menu, 41 Main menu, 34 real time clock, running SCU to configure PCI Configuration menu, 39 settings, 29 recording settings, 33 removing termination board, 22, 27 security menu contents, 39 reset system, 31, 57 server menu contents, 40 soft boot, 57 SSU.
  • Page 80 ESD can damage product, 19 worksheet Warning calculating DC power usage, 74 components may be hot, 21 write to diskette, disabling, 17 dispose of lithium battery safely, 29, 70 Intel Server Board STL2 Product Guide...

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