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  • Page 1 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6 System Manual...
  • Page 2 Contents Contents...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Product EMC Compliance – Class A Compliance ..................33 Certifications / Registrations / Declarations ..................33 Product Regulatory Compliance Markings ....................33 Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices ....................33 Europe (CE Declaration of Conformity) ....................33 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 4: Configuration Jumper Descriptions .................................................................................................11

    Figures 1. Back Panel Connectors ........................6 2. The Controls ............................7 3. Server Board Connector and Component Locations ..............10 4. Configuration Jumper Descriptions ....................11 5. Installing Memory ..........................13 6. Lifting the Socket Handle ........................15 7. Open the Load Plate ........................15 8. Removing the Shipping Cover ......................16 9.
  • Page 5: Setting Up The System Server Position

    In order to fully separate the server from current, the power cord must be removed from the wall outlet. ATTENTION Safety instruction for upright devices: To ensure stability, the floor stands must be turned outwards. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 6: Connecting The System

    Connecting the System Back Panel Connectors Figure 1. Back Panel Connectors Mouse USB 2-3 Serial Port B USB 0-1 NIC 1 (10/100/1000 Mbps) G. Video NIC 2 (10/100/1000 Mbps) Keyboard The NIC LEDs at the right and left of each NIC provide the following information. Table 1.
  • Page 7: Powering Up The System

    HDD Leds. Press the power button one time briefly in order to boot the server. Figure 2. The Controls A. Power LED Front USB ports HDD LED Power switch NIC2 LED Reset switch D. NIC1 LED Disable Fan Warning Fan Warning LED MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 9: Server Board Features

    System Management Intel System Management Software ® 1 Although current design supports use of DDR2 667 modules, no memory validation has been performed with the server board due to limited sample availability of these modules. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 10: Server Board Connector And Component Locations

    Server Board Connector and Component Locations Figure 3. Server Board Connector and Component Locations PCI 32/33 Slot 1 Processor Voltage Regulator SATA 0 Connector PCIe x4 Slot 3 Battery SATA 1 Connector PCI-X 64/133 Slot 4 Processor Power Connector SATA 2 Connector PCI-X 64/100 Slot 5 IPMB Header SATA 3 Connector...
  • Page 11: Configuration Jumpers

    If pins 2-3 are jumpered, the BIOS in the lower bank will be selected on the next reset. These pins should be jumpered on 1-2 for normal operation. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 12: Hardware Requirements

    Hardware Requirements To avoid integration difficulties and possible board damage, your system must meet the requirements outlined below. Processor One or two Dual-Core Intel Xeon processor 5000 sequence. ® ® Memory The server board provides four DIMM sockets across two channels, Channel A and Channel B. Channel A consists of DIMM sockets A1 and A2.
  • Page 13: Server Board Installations And Upgrades

     NOTE Memory sizing and configuration is guaranteed only for qualified DIMMs approved by MAXDATA. Installing DIMMs To install DIMMs, follow these steps: 1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book.
  • Page 14: Removing Dimms

    6. Make sure the clips at either end of the DIMM socket(s) are pushed outward to the open position. 7. Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its anti-static package. 8. Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the small notch in the bottom edge of the DIMM with the keys in the socket (see inset in Figure 5).
  • Page 15: Installing Or Replacing A Processor

    6. Push the rear tab with your finger tip to bring the front end of the load plate up slightly. Open the load plate as shown (see Figure 7). Figure 7. Open the Load Plate MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 16: Removing The Shipping Cover

     Note Do not touch the socket pins; they are very sensitive and easily damaged. 7. Take the processor out of the box and remove the protective shipping cover (see Figure 8). Figure 8. Removing the Shipping Cover 8. Orient the processor with the socket so that the processor cutouts match the socket notches. Install the processor as shown in Figure 9.
  • Page 17: Installing The Heat Sink(S)

    5. Replace the server‘s cover and reconnect the AC power cord. See the documentation that came with your server chassis for instructions on installing the server‘s cover. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 18: Removing A Processor

    Removing a Processor 1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server. 3. Remove the AC power cord from the server. 4. Remove the server‘s cover. See the documentation that came with your server chassis for instructions on removing the server‘s cover.
  • Page 19: Replacing The Backup 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. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 20: Replacing The Battery

    1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions above and at the beginning of this book. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server. 3. Remove power from your system by unplugging the AC power cord. 4.
  • Page 21: Server Utilities

    Setup is exited. If “No” is selected and the <Enter> key is pressed, or the <Esc> key is pressed, the user is returned to where they were before <F10> was pressed without affecting any existing values. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 22: Clearing The Cmos

    Clearing the CMOS If you are not able to access the BIOS setup screens, the CMOS Clear jumper will need to be used to reset the configuration RAM. 1. Power down the system and disconnect the AC power. 2. Open the server. 3.
  • Page 23 6. Return the Password Clear jumper to the Password Clear Protect position, covering pins 1 and 2. 7. Close the server chassis. 8. Reconnect the AC power and power up the server. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Clear system memory, restart POST, and reload the operating system. Reset button Cold boot reset. Turn the system power off and then on. This clears system Power off/on memory, restarts POST, reloads the operating system, and halts power to all peripherals. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 26: Bios Error Messages

    BIOS Error Messages When a recoverable error occurs during the POST, the BIOS displays an error message describing the problem. Table 5. BIOS Error Messages Error Message Explanation GA20 Error An error occurred with Gate A20 when switching to protected mode during the memory test. Pri Master HDD Error Could not read sector from corresponding drive.
  • Page 27: Bios Post Beep Codes

    These beeps have a code that identifies system or PCI card events. Before checking for a system beep code error make sure the PCI card is not causing the beeping. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 29: Rack Installation

     NOTE Countersunk screws are not required. Tip: Customers with a MAXDATA rack can simplify installation of the server by taking the screws, washers, and clamping nuts from the fastening set of their cabinet. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 30: Installation

    Installation 1. Pull the internal rail (C) out of the middle rail (B). 2. Leave the middle rail (B) inside the external rail (A). 3. Measure the distance between the front and rear breadboard section of your cabinet. At-tach the silver end brackets (D) to the external rail (A) with two screws (E) and two nuts (G) each. Be careful to make sure that the distance between the fastening bracket for the external rail (A) and the end bracket (D) is the same as the distance between both bread-board sections of your server cabinet.
  • Page 31 6. When finished, you can slide the server into the server cabinet by pushing the inner rail (C) into the middle rail (B). To be able to slide the server completely inside, you have to push in the locking device at both sides of the rails. MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6 MAXDATA Server PLATINUM 500 I M6...
  • Page 33: Regulatory And Integration Information

    Legally the product is required to comply with Class A emission requirements as it is intended for a commercial type market place. The Server Board has been has been tested and verified to comply with the following electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) regulations when installed in a compatible MAXDATA host system. • EN55022 - Emissions (Europe) •...

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