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ASROCK Rack MT-C224 User Manual

ASROCK Rack MT-C224 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    In no event shall ASRock Rack, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock Rack has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the documentation or product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Unique Features Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Block Diagram Chapter 2 Installation Screw Holes Pre-installation Precautions Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) Jumper Setup Onboard Headers and Connectors Driver Installation Guide...
  • Page 4 Main Screen Advanced Screen 3.3.1 CPU Configuration 3.3.2 North Bridge Configuration 3.3.3 South Bridge Configuration 3.3.4 Storage Configuration 3.3.5 Super IO Configuration 3.3.6 ACPI Configuration 3.3.7 USB Configuration 3.3.8 WHEA Configuration 3.3.9 Intel Server Platform Services 3.3.10 Serial Port Console Redirection 3.3.11 Voltage Control 3.3.12 Instant Flash H/W Monitor Screen...
  • Page 5 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 4.2.4 Contact Information Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Procedures Technical Support Procedures Returning Merchandise for Service...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Introduction

    In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock Rack website without further notice. You may find the latest memory and CPU support lists on ASRock Rack website as well. ASRock Rack’s Website: www.ASRockRack.com If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using.

  • Page 7: Contact Information

    Contact Information If you need to contact ASRock Rack or want to know more about ASRock Rack, you’re welcome to visit ASRock Rack’s website at www.ASRockRack.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information. ASRock Rack Incorporation 6F., No.37, Sec. 2, Jhongyang S. Rd., Beitou District,...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    MT-C224 1.2 Specifications MT-C224 MB Physical Status Form Factor Extended mini ITX Dimension 7.8'' × 6.7'' (19.8 cm x 17.0 cm) Processor System - Single socket H3 (LGA 1150) supports Intel® Xeon processor E3-1200 v3 series & Haswell i3 processors - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology Socket Single Socket H3 (LGA1150)
  • Page 9 BIOS Features - Plug and Play (PnP) - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - DRAM Voltage Multi-adjustment - ASRock Instant Flash Hardware Monitor Temperature - CPU Temperature Sensing - System Temperature Sensing - CPU/Rear/Front Fan Tachometer...
  • Page 10 MT-C224 Support OS Microsoft® Windows® - Server 2008 R2 (64 bit) - Server 2012 (64 bit) - Server 2012 R2 (64 bit) Linux® - RedHat Enterprise Linux Server 5.9/6.4 (32 / 64 bit) - CentOS 5.9 / 6.4 (32 / 64 bit) - SUSE Enterprise Linux Server 11 SP3 (32 / 64 bit) - FreeBSD 9.1 (32 / 64 bit) - Fedora core 19 (64 bit)

  • Page 11: Unique Features

    <F6> key during the POST or the <F2> key to enter into the BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this tool and save the new BIOS file to your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive, then you can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility.

  • Page 12: Motherboard Layout

    MT-C224 1.4 Motherboard Layout 17.0cm (6.7in) PSU_SMB1 UID1 FRNT_FAN1 ME_RECOVERY1 PDB_CONN1 SGPIO_1 SATA_PWR_CON DDR3_B2 (64 bit, 240-pin module, White) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module, Blue) DC_IN1 DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module, White) DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module, Blue) USB 3.0 RoHS T: USB_2 FRNT_FAN2...
  • Page 13 Description Power Distribution Board Power Connector (PDB_CONN1) SGPIO Connector (SGPIO_1) Power Distribution Board SMBus (PDB_SMB1) ME Recovery Jumper (ME_RECOVERY1) Front Fan Connector (FRONT_FAN1) SATA Power Connector (SATA_PWR_CON) (see p.23 for more details) 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (DDR3_B2, DDR3_A2, White)* 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (DDR3_B1, DDR3_A1, Blue)* Auxiliary Panel Header (AUX_PANEL1) TPM Header (TPM1)

  • Page 14: I/O Panel

    MT-C224 1.5 I/O Panel +12V No. Description No. Description UID Switch and LED (UID1) LAN RJ-45 Port (LAN1)(NCSI)* ATX 8-pin Connector (DC_IN1) VGA Port (VGA1) USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_1_2) LAN RJ-45 Port (IPMI_LAN)** LAN RJ-45 Port (LAN2)* LAN Port LED Indications *There are two LED next to the LAN port.
  • Page 15 **There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. SPEED LED ACT/LINK LED LAN Port LAN Port (LAN1, LAN2) LED Indications Activity / Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No Link...

  • Page 16: Block Diagram

    MT-C224 1.6 Block Diagram...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This is an Extended mini ITX form factor (7.8'' × 6.7'', 19.8 cm x 17.0 cm) motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components.

  • Page 18: Installing The Cpu

    MT-C224 2.3 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1150-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found.
  • Page 19 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service.

  • Page 20: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    MT-C224 2.4 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink...

  • Page 21: Installation Of Memory Modules (Dimm)

    2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) Supported DIMM type: ECC Unbuffered DIMM This motherboard provides eight 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.
  • Page 22 MT-C224...

  • Page 23: Expansion Slots (Pci And Pci Express Slots)

    2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There is one PCI Express slot on this motherboard. PCIE slot: PCIE1 (PCIE 3.0 x8 slot) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width graphics cards. Slot Generation Mechnical Eletrical Source PCIE 1 Intel C224 chipset Installing an expansion card Step 1.

  • Page 24: Jumper Setup

    MT-C224 2.7 Jumper Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are “Short” when a jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins.

  • Page 25: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. System Panel Header C onnec t t he power sw itch, PLED+ PLED-...
  • Page 26 MT-C224 Auxiliary Panel Header This header supports multiple (18-pin AUX PANEL_1) functions on the front panel, (see p.7, No. 9) including the front panel SMB, LAN2_LINK LOCATORLED2+ internet status indicator and LOCATORLED2- LED_PWR LED_PWR chassis intrusion pin. LAN1_LINK LOCATORBTN# LOCATORLED1- +3VSB LOCATORLED1+ I2C_4_DATA#...
  • Page 27 Serial ATA3 Connectors These four SATA3 connectors (White) support SATA data cables for (SATA_0) internal storage devices with (see p.7, No. 18) up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer SA TA_3 SA TA_2 (SATA_1) rate. (see p.7, No. 17) (SATA_2) SA TA_1 SA TA_0 (see p.7, No.
  • Page 28 MT-C224 DC_IN_2 PDB Power Connector This motherboard provides a (18-pin PDB_CONN1) 18-pin PDB power connector. (see p.7, No. 1) This motherboard supports two flexible power connection methods: External Connection: +12V If your system contains a power supply unit with an ATX 8-pin connector, simply connect it to the ATX 8-pin Connector (DC_IN1) on the rear I/O panel.
  • Page 29 Reserved Only PDB SMBus PDB S M B u s m o n i t o r s t h e SMB_ALT# Reserved Only (PDB_SMB1) status of the power supply. SMB_DAT (see p.7, No. 3) SMB_CLK The PDB SMBus (PDB_SMB1) connector is a pseudo-PMBus connector particularly reserved for gathering power supply information.

  • Page 30: Driver Installation Guide

    MT-C224 2.9 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to your optical drive first. Then, the drivers compatible to your system can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from top to bottom to install those required drivers.

  • Page 31: Dual Lan And Teaming Operation Guide

    2.10 Dual LAN and Teaming Operation Guide Dual LAN with Teaming enabled on this motherboard allows two single connections to act as one single connection for twice the transmission bandwidth, making data transmission more effective and improving the quality of transmission of distant images. Fault tolerance on the dual LAN network prevents network downtime by transferring the workload from a failed port to a working port.

  • Page 32: Chapter 3 Uefi Setup Utility

    MT-C224 Chapter 3 UEFI Setup Utility 3.1 Introduction This section explains how to use the UEFI SETUP UTILITY to configure your system. The UEFI chip on the motherboard stores the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. You may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY when you start up the computer. Please press <F2> or <Del> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY;...

  • Page 33: Navigation Keys

    3.1.2 Navigation Keys Please check the following table for the function description of each navigation key. Navigation Key(s) Function Description Moves cursor left or right to select Screens Moves cursor up or down to select items + / - To change option for the selected items <Tab>...

  • Page 34: Main Screen

    MT-C224 3.2 Main Screen Once you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. The Main screen provides system overview information and allows you to set the system time and date.

  • Page 35: Advanced Screen

    3.3 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, North Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration, WHEA Configuration, Intel Server Platform Services, Serial Port Console Redirection, Voltage Control and Instant Flash.

  • Page 36: Cpu Configuration

    MT-C224 3.3.1 CPU Configuration Spread Spectrum Use this item to enable or disable the spread spectrum feature. The default valu is [Disabled]. Intel Hyper Threading Technology Intel Hyper Threading Technology allows multiple threads to run on each core, so that the overall performance on threaded software is improved.

  • Page 37: Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch

    Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Automatically prefetch the subsequent cache line while retrieving the currently requested cache line. Enable for better performance. CPU AES Use this item to enable or disable CPU Advanced Encryption Standard instructions. Intel SpeedStep Technology Intel SpeedStep technology is Intel’s new power saving technology. Processors can switch between multiple frequencies and voltage points to enable power saving.
  • Page 38 MT-C224 Package C State Support Enable CPU, PCIe, Memory, Graphics C State Support for power saving. Intel TXT(LT) Support Use this to enable or disable Intel Trusted Execution Technology.

  • Page 39: North Bridge Configuration

    3.3.2 North Bridge Configuration Primary Graphics Adapter If both AGP card and PCI Express graphics card are installed on the motherboard, you may use this option to select PCI Express or Onboard as the primary graphics adapter. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assigns appropriate frequency automatically.

  • Page 40: South Bridge Configuration

    MT-C224 3.3.3 South Bridge Configuration Onboard LAN1 This allows you to enable or disable the Onboard LAN 1 feature. Onboard LAN2 This allows you to enable or disable the Onboard LAN 2 feature. Restore on AC/Power Loss This allows you to set the power state after an unexpected AC/power loss. If [Power Off] is selected, the AC/power remains off when the power recovers.

  • Page 41: Storage Configuration

    3.3.4 Storage Configuration SATA Controller(s) Use this item to enable or disable the SATA Controller feature. SATA Mode Selection This item is for SATA3_0 to SATA3_5 ports. Use this to select SATA mode. Configuration options: [IDE], [AHCI] and [RAID]. The default value is [AHCI]. AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) supports NCQ and other new features that will improve SATA disk performance but IDE mode does not have these advantages.

  • Page 42: Hot Plug

    MT-C224 Depending on how many SATA ports you have, you will see SATA_x (x means number) listed on the screen, with its status indicated as SATA device [(Model Name)] or [Not Detected]. Enter either one of the options will see the followings: External SATA_X Use this item to enable SATA safe removal notifications.

  • Page 43: Super Io Configuration

    3.3.5 Super IO Configuration Serial Port 1 Configuration Use this item to configure the onboard serial port 1. Select and enter the "Serial Port 1 Configuration" and you will see the followings: Serial Port Use this item to enable or disable the onboard serial port. Change Settings Use this item to select an optimal setting for Super IO device.

  • Page 44: Acpi Configuration

    MT-C224 3.3.6 ACPI Configuration ACPI HPET Table Use this item to enable or disable ACPI HPET Table. The default value is [Enabled]. ® Please set this option to [Enabled] if you plan to use this motherboard to submit Windows certification. PCIE Devices Power On Use this item to enable or disable PCIE devices to turn on the system from the power-soft- off mode.

  • Page 45: Usb Configuration

    3.3.7 USB Configuration USB Controller Use this item to enable or disable the use of USB controller. Intel USB 3.0 Mode Use this item to enable or disable the use of Intel USB 3.0 mode. Legacy USB Support Use this option to select legacy support for USB devices. There are four configuration options: [Enabled], [Auto], [Disabled] and [UEFI Setup Only].

  • Page 46: Whea Configuration

    MT-C224 3.3.8 WHEA Configuration WHEA Support Use this option to enable or disable Windows Hardware Error Architecture. The default value is [Enabled].

  • Page 47: Intel Server Platform Services

    3.3.9 Intel Server Platform Services Intel Server Platform Services Configure Intel Server Platform Services.

  • Page 48: Serial Port Console Redirection

    MT-C224 3.3.10 Serial Port Console Redirection Console Redirection Use this option to enable or disable Console Redirection. If this item is set to Enabled, you can select a COM Port to be used for Console Redirection. Console Redirection Settings Use this option to configure Console Redirection Settings, and specify how your computer and the host computer to which you are connected exchange information.

  • Page 49: Flow Control

    Bits Per Second Use this item to select the serial port transmission speed. The speed used in the host computer and the client computer must be the same. Long or noisy lines may require lower transmission speed. The options include [9600], [19200], [57600] and [115200]. Data Bits Use this item to set the data transmission size.

  • Page 50: Voltage Control

    MT-C224 3.3.11 Voltage Control DRAM Voltage Use this to select DRAM Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. PCH Voltage Use this to select PCH Voltage. The default value is [Auto].

  • Page 51: Instant Flash

    3.3.12 Instant Flash Instant Flash is a UEFI flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This convenient UEFI update tool allows you to update system UEFI without entering operating systems first like MS- ® DOS or Windows . Just save the new UEFI file to your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive and launch this tool, then you can update your UEFI only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility.

  • Page 52: H/W Monitor Screen

    MT-C224 3.4 H/W Monitor Screen (Hardware Health Event Monitoring) In this section, it allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, includ- ing the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. CPU_FAN 1 Setting This allows you to set the CPU fan 1’s speed.

  • Page 53: Watch Dog Timer

    Set Smart Fan Temp and Duty Smart Fan Duty Control Smart Fan Duty x (x means 1 to 11 stage) This allows you to set duty cycle for each stage. Smart Fan Temp Control Smart Fan Temp x (x means 1 to 11 stage) This allows you to set temperature for each stage.

  • Page 54: Boot Screen

    MT-C224 3.5 Boot Screen In this section, it will display the available devices on your system for you to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. Boot Option #1 Use this item to set the system boot order. Boot Option #2 Use this item to set the system boot order.

  • Page 55: Setup Prompt Timeout

    Setup Prompt Timeout This shows the number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. Bootup Num-Lock If this item is set to [On], it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock function after boot-up. Full Screen Logo Use this item to enable or disable OEM Logo. The default value is [Enabled]. AddOn ROM Display Use this option to adjust AddOn ROM Display.

  • Page 56: Security Screen

    MT-C224 3.6 Security Screen In this section, you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system. For the user password, you may also clear it. Supervisor Password Set or change the password for the administrator account. Only the administrator has authority to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility.

  • Page 57: Event Logs

    3.7 Event Logs Change Smbios Event Log Settings This allows you to configure the Smbios Event Log Settings. When entering the item, you will see the followings: Smbios Event Log Use this item to enable or disable all features of the SMBIOS Event Logging during system boot.

  • Page 58: View Smbios Event Log

    MT-C224 entries which utilize a multiple-event counter. The value ranges from 0 to 99 minutes. View Smbios Event Log This allows you to view the Smbios Event Log records. All values changed here do not take effect until computer is restarted.

  • Page 59: Server Mgmt (Server Management)

    3.8 Server Mgmt (Server Management) System Event Log Enter to configure System Event Logging features during boot. BMC Network Configuration Enter to configure BMC Network parameters. Configuration Address Source Select to configure BMC network parameters statically or dynamically(by BIOS or BMC). Configuration options: [Unspecified], [Static] and [Dynamic].
  • Page 60 MT-C224 When [Dynamic] or [Static] is selected, do NOT modify the BMC network settings on the IPMI web page. BMC Mac Backup Tool Use this to restore BMC Mac from the backup.

  • Page 61: Exit Screen

    3.9 Exit Screen Save Changes and Exit When you select this option, the following message “Save configuration changes and exit setup?” will pop-out. Select [Yes] to save the changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. Discard Changes and Exit When you select this option, the following message “Discard changes and exit setup?” will pop-out.

  • Page 62: Chapter 4 Software Support

    4.2.4 Contact Information If you need to contact ASRock Rack or want to know more about ASRock Rack, welcome to visit ASRock Rack’s website at http://www.ASRockRack.com; or you may contact your...

  • Page 63: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Troubleshooting Procedures Follow the procedures below to troubleshoot your system. Always unplug the power cord before adding, removing or changing any hardware com- ponents. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components.
  • Page 64 MT-C224 2. Confirm whether your power supply provides adaquate and stable power. Other problem... 1. Try searching keywords related to your problem on ASRock Rack’s FAQ page: http://www.asrockrack.com/support...

  • Page 65: Technical Support Procedures

    5.2 Technical Support Procedures If you have tried the troubleshooting procedures mentioned above and the problems are still unsolved, please contact ASRock Rack’s technical support with the following information: 1. Your contact information 2. Model name, BIOS version and problem type.

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