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  • Page 1 ® UPER 6016T-MR UPER ERVER USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0a...
  • Page 2 The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document, makes no commitment to update or to keep current the information in this manual, or to notify any person or organization of the updates.

  • Page 3: Preface

    About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 6016T-MR. In- stallation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperServer 6016T-MR is a 1U rackmount server based on the SC512F-520B server chassis and the Super X8DTL-i serverboard.
  • Page 4 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR 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 6016T-MR. Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X8DTL-i serverboard, including the locations and functions of connectors, headers and jumpers.
  • Page 5 Preface Notes...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Table of Contents Preface About This Manual ......................iii Manual Organization ..................... iii Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Serverboard Features ..................1-2 Processor ......................1-2 Memory ......................1-2 Serial ATA ....................... 1-2 PCI Expansion Slots ..................1-2 Backpanel Ports ....................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Chapter 3 System Interface Overview ......................3-1 Control Panel Buttons ..................3-1 Reset ....................... 3-1 Power ......................3-1 Control Panel LEDs ..................3-2 Overheat/Fan Fail ................... 3-2 NIC2 ........................ 3-2 NIC1 ........................ 3-2 HDD ......................... 3-3 Power ......................3-3 Chapter 4 System Safety Electrical Safety Precautions ................
  • Page 8 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Connector Defi nitions ................... 5-14 ATX Power Connector ................5-14 Processor Power Connector ..............5-14 PW_ON Connector ................... 5-14 Reset Connector ..................5-14 Power Fail LED ..................5-15 Overheat LED (OH) .................. 5-15 NIC2 (LAN2) LED ..................5-15 NIC1 (LAN1) LED ..................
  • Page 9 Table of Contents SATA Ports ....................5-23 5-13 Installing Software ..................5-24 Supero Doctor III ................... 5-25 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup Static-Sensitive Devices .................. 6-1 Precautions ..................... 6-1 Control Panel ....................6-2 System Fans ....................6-3 System Fan Failure ..................6-3 Drive Bay Installation/Removal ...............
  • Page 10 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The Supermicro SuperServer 6016T-MR is a 1U rackmount server designed for optimal space effi ciency. The 6016T-MR is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC512F-520B 1U chassis and the X8DTL-i serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certifi...

  • Page 12: Serverboard Features

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Serverboard Features The X8DTL-i is a dual processor serverboard based upon Intel's 5500 + ICH10R chipset. Below are the main features of the X8DTL-i. Processor The X8DTL-i supports single or dual two Intel® 5600/5500 Series processors in LGA1366 sockets.

  • Page 13: Other Features

    Chapter 1: Introduction Other Features Other onboard features that promote system health include voltage monitors, a chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU overheat sensors, virus protection and BIOS rescue. Figure 1-1 . Intel 5500 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram.

  • Page 14: Server Chassis Features

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Server Chassis Features The SuperServer 6016T-MR is built on the SC512F-520B 1U rackmount server chassis. The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC512F- 520B chassis. System Power When confi gured as the SuperServer 6016T-MR, the SC512F-520B chassis fea- tures a single power supply.

  • Page 15: Contacting Supermicro

    Chapter 1: Introduction Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro 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: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands Tel:...
  • Page 16 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Preparing for Setup The SuperServer 6016T-MR does not ship with a rack rail hardware package as the system can be rack mounted without the use of rails. An optional rack rail package is available if you wish to order from Supermicro. Follow the steps in the order given to complete the installation process in a minimal amount of time.

  • Page 18: Choosing A Setup Location

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR 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) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for suffi cient airfl ow and ease in servicing.This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like).

  • Page 19: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 2: Server Installation • Allow the hot plug SATA drives and power supply modules to cool before touch- ing them. • Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling. Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera-...

  • Page 20: Installing The System Into A Rack

    ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the SuperServer 6016T-MR into a rack unit. If the system has already been mounted into a rack, you can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6.

  • Page 21: Installing With Rackmount Kit

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing with Rackmount Kit This is a guideline for installing the unit into a rack with the optional rack kit (MCP- 290-00004-03). You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using. Be aware that there are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.
  • Page 22 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Figure 2-2. Installing Chassis Rails Installing the Rack Rails Determine where you want to place the 6016T-MR in the rack (see Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3). Position the fi xed rack rail/sliding rail guide assemblies at the desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing the inside of the rack.
  • Page 23 Installing the Server into a Telco Rack If you are installing the SuperServer 6016T-MR into a Telco type rack, follow the directions given on the previous pages for rack installation. The only difference in the installation procedure will be the positioning of the rack brackets to the rack. They...
  • Page 24 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Figure 2-4. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack...

  • Page 25: Checking The Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Checking the Serverboard Setup After you install the server 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. Removing the Chassis Cover Release the retention screws that secure the unit to the rack.

  • Page 26: Checking The Drive Bay Setup

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Checking the Drive Bay Setup Checking the Drives For servicing the SATA and DVD-ROM drives, you will need to remove the top chassis cover. The SATA disk drive is located at the front of the chassis' interior.
  • Page 27 Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-5. Accessing the Inside of the Server Remove these screws Remove these screws Remove this screw 2-11...
  • Page 28 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Notes 2-12...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3 System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specifi c com- ponents.

  • Page 30: Control Panel Leds

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC512F-520B chassis has fi ve 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 31: Hdd

    Chapter 3: System Interface Channel activity for HDDs. This light indicates IDE drive activity when fl ashing. Power Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.
  • Page 32 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4 System Safety

    System Safety Electrical Safety Precautions Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the SuperServer 6016T-MR 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 34: General Safety Precautions

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual • This product may be connected to an IT power system. In all cases, make sure that the unit is also reliably connected to Earth (ground). • Serverboard Battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 4-1).

  • Page 35: Esd Precautions

    Chapter 4: System Safety • Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are excellent metal conductors that can create short circuits and harm you if they come into contact with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present. •...

  • Page 36: Operating Precautions

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Operating Precautions Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 6016T-MR is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Figure 4-1.

  • Page 37: Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X8DTL-i serverboard into the SC512F-520B chassis, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are also described. A layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter for your reference.

  • Page 38: Unpacking

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Unpacking The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid electrical static dis- charge. When unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected. Serverboard Installation This section explains the fi rst step of physically mounting the X8DTL-i into the SC512F-520B chassis.

  • Page 39: Connecting Cables

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Connecting Cables Now that the serverboard is installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the board. These include the data cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed to prevent them from blocking the fl...

  • Page 40: Rear I/O Ports

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Figure 5-1. Control Panel Header Pins Ground x (Key) x (Key) Power On LED HDD LED NIC1 LED NIC2 LED OH/Fan Fail LED Vcc/Front UID LED Power Fail LED Ground Reset (Button) Ground Power (Button) Rear I/O Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specifi...

  • Page 41: Installing The Processor And Heatsink

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing the Processor and Heatsink When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan. Notes: • Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, re- moving or changing any hardware components.
  • Page 42 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual After removing the plastic cap, use your thumb and the index fi nger to hold the CPU at the north and south center edges. Align the CPU key (the semi-circle cutout) with the socket key (the notch below the gold color dot on the side of the socket).

  • Page 43: Installing A Passive Cpu Heatsink

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink Screw#4 Notes: The serverboard comes with a heatsink bracket pre-in- stalled on the reverse side of the board. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die;...

  • Page 44: Removing The Heatsink

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Removing the Heatsink Warning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be re- moved. However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below prevent damage to the CPU or other components. Power down the system and unplug the power cord from the power supply.

  • Page 45: Installing Memory Modules

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing Memory Modules 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. Installing & Removing DIMMs Press the release tabs Insert the desired number of DIMMs into the memory slots, starting with DIMM #1A.

  • Page 46: Memory Support

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Memory Support The X8DTL-i supports up to 48 GB of registered ECC or 24 GB of unbuffered- DDR3-1333/1066/800 MHz registered ECC SDRAM in 6 DIMM slots. Populating DIMMs Follow the tables below when installing memory. Populating DIMMs for Optimal Performance For One CPU (CPU1) Installed (Populate the CPU1 DIMM slots) Branch 0...

  • Page 47: Adding Pci Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Possible System Memory Allocation & Availability Physical Memory Remaining (Available) System Device Size (4 GB Total System Memory) Firmware Hub fl ash memory (System BIOS) 1 MB 3.99 Local APIC 4 KB 3.99 Area Reserved for the chipset 2 MB 3.99 I/O APIC (4 Kbytes)

  • Page 48: Serverboard Details

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Serverboard Details Serverboard Layout Figure 5-4. X8DTL-i Layout P1-DIMM3A FAN1/ JPW3 JPW2 CPU2 FAN KB/Mouse P1-DIMM2A JPW1 P1-DIMM1A JPI2C USB0/1 CPU1 CPU2 FAN2/ CPU1FAN JPL1 LAN1 FAN3 JPL2 X8DTL-i LAN2 FAN5 P2-DIMM1A FAN6 P2-DIMM2A P2-DIMM3A Slot 6: PCI-Express 2.0 x8 (in x16 slot) Slot 5: PCI-Express 2.0 x4 (in x8 slot) Intel...

  • Page 49: X8Dtl-I Quick Reference

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X8DTL-i Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear Open (Normal) C1/JI SMB to PCI/PCI-E Slots Open/Open (Disabled) JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1/JPL2 LAN1/2 Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) Watch Dog Pins 1-2 (Reset) Connector Description COM1/COM2...

  • Page 50: Connector Defi Nitions

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Connector Defi nitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Defi nitions Pin# Defi nition Pin # Defi nition ATX Power Connector +3.3V +3.3V The primary power supply connector -12V +3.3V (JPW1) on the X8DTL-i meets the SSI EPS 12V specifi...

  • Page 51: Power Fail Led

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Power Fail LED PWR Fail LED Pin Defi nitions 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 52: Power On Led

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Power On LED The Power On LED connector is lo- Power LED Pin Defi nitions cated on pins 15 and 16 of JF1. This Pin# Defi nition connection is used to provide LED 5V Stby indication of power being supplied to Control the system.

  • Page 53: Universal Serial Bus (Usb)

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup USB Ports Pin Defi nitions (USB0/1/6) Pin# Defi nitions Universal Serial Bus (USB) There are two Universal Serial Bus ports located on the I/O panel and Ground fi ve additional USB headers located on the serverboard. The headers, USB Headers labeled USB2/3 and USB4/5, can be Pin Defi...

  • Page 54: Onboard Speaker (Sp1)

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Onboard Speaker (SP1) Internal Buzzer Pin Defi nition The onboard speaker provides audible Pin# Defi nitions indications for various beep codes. Pin 1 Pos. (+) Beep In See the table on the right for pin defi ni- Pin 2 Neg.

  • Page 55: Lan1/2 (Ethernet Ports)

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup LAN1/2 (Ethernet Ports) Two gigabit Ethernet ports (desig- nated LAN1 and LAN2) are located beside the VGA port on the I/O back- plane. These ports accept RJ45 type cables. PWR SMB Pin Defi nitions Power SMB (I C) Header Pin# Defi...

  • Page 56: 5-10 Jumper Settings

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual 5-10 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used Connector Pins to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the con- Jumper nector.

  • Page 57: Lan1/Lan2 Enable/Disable

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup LAN1/LAN2 Enable/Disable LAN1/2 Enable/Disable Jumper Settings Change the setting of jumper JPL1 to Jumper Setting Defi nition enable or disable the LAN1 port and Pins 1-2 Enabled JPL2 to enable or disable the LAN2 Pins 2-3 Disabled port on the serverboard.

  • Page 58: 5-11 Onboard Indicators

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual 5-11 Onboard Indicators LAN LED (Connection Speed Indicator) LED Color Defi nition LAN1/LAN2 LEDs 10 Mb/s The Ethernet ports (located beside the Green 100 Mb/s VGA port) have two LEDs. On each Gb Amber 1 Gb/s LAN port, one LED indicates activity when blinking while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the...

  • Page 59: 5-12 Sata Port Connections

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-12 SATA Port Connections SATA Port Pin Defi nitions Pin # Defi nition SATA Ports Ground There are no jumpers to en- able the SATA ports, which are designated I-SATA0 ~ I-SATA5 Ground See the table on the right for pin defi...

  • Page 60: 5-13 Installing Software

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual 5-13 Installing Software After the hardware has been installed, you should fi rst install the operating system and then the drivers. The necessary drivers are all included on the Supermicro CDs that came packaged with your serverboard. Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on paper to view the readme fi...

  • Page 61: Supero Doctor Iii

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 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 CD-ROM that came with your serverboard allows you to monitor the environment and operations of your system.
  • Page 62 Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen (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 the SDIII User's Guide at: <http://www.supermicro.com/PRODUCT/Manuals/SDIII/UserGuide.pdf>. For Linux, we will recommend using Supero Doctor II. 5-26...

  • Page 63: 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 SC512F-520B chassis. For component installation, follow the steps in the order given to eliminate the most common problems encountered. If some steps are unnecessary, skip ahead to the step that follows.

  • Page 64: Control Panel

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Unpacking The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected. Figure 6-1. Chassis Views 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 control buttons and status indicators.

  • Page 65: System Fans

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup System Fans The 6016T-MR employs three sets of 4-cm counter-rotating fans to provide cooling. Each fan unit is made up of two fans joined back-to-back, which rotate in opposite directions. This counter-rotating action generates exceptional airfl ow and works to dampen vibration levels.

  • Page 66: Drive Bay Installation/Removal

    UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Figure 6-2. System Cooling Fans Drive Bay Installation/Removal Accessing the Drive Bays DVD-ROM/Serial ATA Drives: For installing or removing the DVD-ROM or SATA drive, you will need to gain access to the inside of the server by removing the top cover of the chassis.

  • Page 67: Dvd-Rom Drive Installation

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Remove the drive from the drive tray. To add a new SATA drive, install a drive into the tray with the printed circuit board side facing down and so that the mounting holes align with those in the tray.
  • Page 68 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Figure 6-3. Removing the DVD-ROM Drive...

  • Page 69: Power Supply

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Power Supply The 6016T-MR has a single 520 watt power supply. This power supply has the capability of operating at a 100 or 240 input voltage. You must power down the system and then unplug the AC power cord to completely remove power from the system before removing the power supply.
  • Page 70 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Reconnect the power cord, replace the chassis top cover and push the unit back into the rack. Finish by turning on the power switch on the power supply, then depress the power button on the front of the system.

  • Page 71: Chapter 7 Bios

    Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X8DTL-i motherboard. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility setup screens.

  • Page 72: Starting The Setup Utility

    SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Starting the Setup Utility Normally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the <Delete> key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS Setup Utility. From the main menu, you can access the other setup screens.
  • Page 73 Chapter 7: BIOS Supermicro X8DTL-3/i/3F/iF • Version : This item displays the BIOS revision used in your system. • Build Date : This item displays the date when this BIOS was completed. Processor The AMI BIOS will automatically display the status of the processor used in your system: •...

  • Page 74: Advanced Setup Confi Gurations

    SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Advanced Setup Confi gurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit <Enter> to access the submenu items: Boot Features Quick Boot Select Enabled to skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time needed for system boot.

  • Page 75: Power Confi Guration

    Chapter 7: BIOS Hit 'Del' Message Display If this feature is set to Enabled, the message: "Press DEL to run Setup" will be displayed during POST. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Interrupt 19 Capture Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function. When this item is set to Enabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adaptors will "capture"...

  • Page 76: Processor And Clock Options

    SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Processor and Clock Options This submenu displays the status of the processor used in the motherboard and allows the user to confi gure the Processor and Clock settings. • Type of the CPU : This item displays the CPU type for the motherboard.
  • Page 77 Chapter 7: BIOS newer version of Windows OS is used in the motherboard. Select Legacy Ordering if the 2000 or an earlier version of Windows OS is used. The options are Modern Ordering and Legacy Ordering. Intel® Virtualization Technology (Available when supported by the CPU) Select Enabled to enable Virtualization Technology support and allows one plat- form to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, creating multiple "virtual"...

  • Page 78: Advanced Chipset Control

    SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual C1E Support Select Enabled to enable Enhanced Halt State support. C1E signifi cantly reduces the CPU's power consumption by reducing the CPU's clock cycle and voltage during a "Halt State". The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 79 Chapter 7: BIOS Request Transaction ID (Available for the Intel Xeon 5600 platform only) QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) is the connection between the CPUs and the I/O hub (IOH). For a transaction to be processed in the QPI, a "Transaction ID" is required, and it is assigned by an agent (CPU1, CPU2 or the IOH).
  • Page 80 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Demand Scrubbing It is a memory error-correction scheme where the processor writes corrected data back into the memory block from where it was read by the processor. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Patrol Scrubbing It is a memory error-correction scheme that works in the background looking for and correcting resident errors.
  • Page 81 Chapter 7: BIOS Active State Power Management Select Enabled to use the power management for signal transactions between the PCI Express L0 and L1 Links. Select Enabled to confi gure PCI-Exp. L0 and L1 Link power states. The options are Disabled and Enabled. IOH PCI-E Max Payload Size Some add-on cards perform faster with the coalesce feature, which limits the payload size to 128B;...
  • Page 82 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual IDE/SATA Confi guration When this submenu is selected, the AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the IDE devices and displays the following items: SATA#1 Confi guration If Compatible is selected, it sets SATA#1 to legacy compatibility mode, while se- lecting Enhanced sets SATA#1 to native SATA mode.
  • Page 83 Chapter 7: BIOS Type Use this item to select the type of device connected to the system. The options are Not Installed, Auto, CD/DVD and ARMD. LBA/Large Mode LBA (Logical Block Addressing) is a method of addressing data on a disk drive. In the LBA mode, the maximum drive capacity is 137 GB.
  • Page 84 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Select SWDMA1 to allow the BIOS to use Single Word DMA mode 1. It has a data transfer rate of 4.2 MB/s. Select SWDMA2 to allow the BIOS to use Single Word DMA mode 2. It has a data transfer rate of 8.3 MB/s.
  • Page 85 Chapter 7: BIOS PCI Latency Timer This feature sets the latency Timer for each PCI device installed on a PCI bus. Select 64 to set the PCI latency Timer to 64 PCI clock cycles. The options are 32, 64, 96, 128, 160, 192, 224 and 248. PCI IDE BusMaster When this item is enabled, the BIOS uses PCI bus mastering for reading/writing to IDE drives.
  • Page 86 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Super IO Device Confi guration Serial Port1 Address/ Serial Port2 Address This option specifi es the base I/O port address and the Interrupt Request address of Serial Port 1 and Serial Port 2. Select Disabled to prevent the serial port from accessing any system resources.
  • Page 87 Chapter 7: BIOS to keep Console Redirection active during POST and Boot Loader. The options are Disabled, Boot Loader, and Always. Terminal Type This feature allows the user to select the target terminal type for Console Redirec- tion. The options are ANSI, VT100, and VT-UTF8. VT-UTF8 Combo Key Support A terminal keyboard defi...
  • Page 88 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual CPU 1Temperature/CPU 2 Temperature/IOH Temperature/System Temperature This feature displays current temperature readings for CPU 1, CPU 2, and the System. The following items will be displayed for your reference only: CPU 1 Temperature/CPU 2 Temperature The CPU Temperature feature will display the CPU temperature status as detected by the BIOS: Low –...
  • Page 89 Chapter 7: BIOS it easier for the user to understand the CPU’s temperature status, rather than by just simply seeing a temperature reading (i.e., 25 The information provided above is for your reference only. For more information on thermal management, please refer to Intel’s Web site at www.Intel.com. 2.
  • Page 90 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual the dependency on other timestamp calculation devices, such as an x86 RDTSC Instruction embedded in the CPU. The High Performance Event Timer is used to replace the 8254 Programmable Interval Timer. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
  • Page 91 Chapter 7: BIOS Trusted Computing (Available when a TPM device is detected and the TPM jumper is enabled) TCG/TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Support Select Yes on this item and enable the TPM jumper on the motherboard to enable TCG (TPM 1.1/1.2)/TPM support in order to improve data integrity and network security.
  • Page 92 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual View BMC System Event Log This feature displays the BMC System Event Log (SEL). It shows the total number of entries of BMC System Events. To view an event, select an Entry Number and pressing <Enter> to display the information as shown in the screen.
  • Page 93 Chapter 7: BIOS IP Address Source Select the source of this machine's IP address. If Static is selected, you will need to know the IP address of this machine and enter it to the system manually in the fi eld below. If DHCP is selected, the BIOS will search for a DHCP (Dynamic Host Confi...

  • Page 94: Security Settings

    SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Mark all events as read Select "OK" to mark all events as read. The options are OK and Cancel. Clear event log Select "OK" to clear all messages from the Event Log. The options are OK and Cancel.

  • Page 95: Boot Confi Guration

    Chapter 7: BIOS Change Supervisor Password Select this feature and press <Enter> to access the submenu, and then enter a new Supervisor Password. User Access Level (Available when Supervisor Password is set as above) Select Full Access to grant the User full access to the Setup Utility, and change Setup settings.

  • Page 96: Boot Device Priority

    SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual Boot Device Priority This feature allows the user to specify the priority sequence of boot devices, in- cluding the1st boot device, 2nd boot device, 3rd boot device, 4th boot device and 5th boot device. The options are Removable Devices, Hard Drive, CD/DVD, USB, Network, and Disabled.

  • Page 97: Exit Options

    Chapter 7: BIOS Exit Options Select the Exit tab from the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Save Changes and Exit After confi guration the Setup settings, select this option to save the changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
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  • Page 99: Appendix A Bios Post Error Codes

    Appendix A: BIOS POST Error Codes Appendix A BIOS Post Error Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur. Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process.
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  • Page 101: Appendix B Installing Windows

    Appendix B: Installing Windows Appendix B Installing Windows After all hardware components have been installed, you must fi rst confi gure Intel South Bridge RAID Settings before you install the Windows OS and other software drivers. To confi gure RAID settings, please refer to RAID Confi guration User Guides posted on our website at www.supermicro.com/support/manuals.
  • Page 102 SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual B-2 Installing Windows to a Non-RAID System Insert Microsoft's Windows setup CD in the CD drive and the system will start booting up from CD. Continue with the OS installation. The Windows OS Setup screen will display.

  • Page 103: Appendix C System Specifi Cations

    Appendix C: System Specifi cations Appendix C System Specifi cations Processors Two Intel® 5600/5500 Series processors in LGA1366 sockets Note: please refer to our website for details on supported processors. Chipset Intel 5500/ICH10R BIOS 32 Mb AMI SPI Flash ROM Memory Capacity Six DIMM slots that can support up to 48 GB of ECC registered or 24 GB of unbuffered DDR3-1333/1066/800 SDRAM...
  • Page 104 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual System Cooling Three (3) 4-cm counter-rotating fans System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100-240 VAC Rated Input Current: 7A ~ 3A max. (100-240V) Rated Input Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz Power Supply Rated Output Power: 520W (Part# PWS-521-1H) Rated Output Voltages: +3.3V (16A), +5V (20A), +12V (39A), -12V (0.5A), +5Vsb (3A)
  • Page 105 Appendix C: System Specifi cations Notes...
  • Page 106 UPER ERVER 6016T-MR User's Manual (continued from front) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency com- munication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in signifi...

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