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  • Page 1 UPER ® A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF USER’S MANUAL Revision 1.0f...
  • Page 2 This product, including software and documentation, is the property of Supermicro and/or its licensors, and is supplied only under a license. Any use or reproduction of this product is not allowed, except as expressly permitted by the terms of said license.

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    Preface 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 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRFs are high-end servers based on the SC748TQ-R1400B chassis and the H8QG6/i-F, high-end serverboards that are based on the AMD®...
  • Page 4 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the H8QG6/i-F serverboard, including the locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfiguring the serverboard.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    System Power ....................1-4 SAS/SATA Subsystem ..................1-4 Front Control Panel ..................1-4 I/O Backplane ....................1-4 Cooling System ....................1-4 Contacting Supermicro ..................1-6 Chapter 2 Server Installation Overview ......................2-1 Unpacking the System ..................2-1 Preparing for Setup ..................2-1 Choosing a Setup Location ................
  • Page 6 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Installing the System into a Rack ..............2-4 Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails ............. 2-4 Installing the Chassis Rails ................2-5 Installing the Rack Rails ................. 2-6 Installing the Server into the Rack ..............2-7 Checking the Serverboard Setup ..............
  • Page 7 Preface Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup Handling the Serverboard ................5-1 Precautions ..................... 5-1 Unpacking ....................... 5-2 Serverboard Installation .................. 5-2 Connecting Cables ..................5-3 Connecting Data Cables ................. 5-3 Connecting Power Cables ................5-3 Connecting the Control Panel ................. 5-3 I/O Ports ......................
  • Page 8 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual System Fans ....................6-3 Fan Failure ...................... 6-3 Replacing Chassis Fans ................. 6-3 Removing the Air Shroud ................6-5 Drive Bay Installation ..................6-6 Installing/Removing Hot-swap Drives ............. 6-6 SAS/SATA Drive Installation ................6-6 Installing Components in the 5.25" Drive Bays ..........6-8 Drive Bay Configuration ................

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    SC748TQ-R1400B 4U/tower server chassis and the H8QG6/i-F serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the 4042G-6RF/TRF (www.supermicro.com). In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have been included, as listed below: •...

  • Page 10: Serverboard Features

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual • Product drivers and utilities: ftp://ftp.supermicro.com • Product safety information: http://super-dev/about/policies/safety_information.cfm For support, email support@supermicro.com. Serverboard Features At the heart of the A+ SERVER 4042G-TRF is one H8QGi-F quad processor serverboard. For the A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF, the serverboard is H8QG6-F. Both are based on the SR5690/SR5670/SP5100 chipset.

  • Page 11: Pci Expansion Slots

    IPMI IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) is a hardware-level interface speci- fication that provides remote access, monitoring and administration for Supermicro server platforms. IPMI allows server administrators to view a server’s hardware status remotely, receive an alarm automatically if a failure occurs, and power cycle a system that is non-responsive.

  • Page 12: Server Chassis Features

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Server Chassis Features The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC748TQ-R1400B server chassis. System Power The SC748 features a redundant (two separate power modules) 1400W high- efficiency power supply with I2C. This power redundancy feature allows you to replace a failed power supply without shutting down the system.

  • Page 13: System Block Diagram

    Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. AMD SR5690/SP5100 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details. CH A0,A1 B0,B1 C0,C1 D0,D1 CH A0,A1 B0,B1 C0,C1 D0,D1 DDR3-1333/1066 DDR3-1333/1066 HT Link G34-SOCKET #4 G34-SOCKET #3 8x DIMM 8x DIMM...

  • Page 14: Contacting Supermicro

    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...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Server Installation

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Chapter 2 Server Installation Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your 4042G-6RF/TRF up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time. This quick setup assumes that your system has come to you with the processors and memory preinstalled.

  • Page 16: Warnings And Precautions

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual • Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the system to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing. • This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets and the like).

  • Page 17: Rack Mounting Considerations

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).

  • Page 18: Installing The System Into A Rack

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Installing the System into a Rack The server comes with an optional rackmount kit (MCP-290-00059-0B). This section provides information on installing the system into a rack unit. There are a variety of rack units on the market, so the the assembly procedure may differ slightly. Also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit.

  • Page 19: Installing The Chassis Rails

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Chassis Rails You will need to remove the top bezel cover and the feet to add rack rails to the chassis. First, remove the top and right covers (top and left covers when standing as a tower chassis) by depressing the latch on the rear lip of the top (side if tower) cover to release it –...

  • Page 20: Installing The Rack Rails

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Figure 2-3. Installing the Rails to the Chassis Installing the Rack Rails Determine where you want to place the 4042G-6RF/TRF in the rack. (See Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3.) Position the fixed 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 21: Installing The Server Into The Rack

    Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Server into the Rack You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack unit. The next step is to install the server into the rack. You should have two brackets in the rack mount kit.

  • Page 22: Checking The Serverboard Setup

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Checking the Serverboard Setup After setting up the the system, you will need to open the unit to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made (see Figure 2-5). Accessing the Inside of the System 1.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-5. Accessing the Inside of the System...

  • Page 24: Checking The Drive Bay Setup

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Checking the Drive Bay Setup Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SCSI drives and backplane have been properly installed and all connections have been made. Checking the Drive Bay Setup •...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others on the SAS drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specific components.

  • Page 26: Control Panel Leds

    4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC748TS-R1400BP chassis has five 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 27: Nic2

    Chapter 3: System Interface NIC2 Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when flashing. NIC1 Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when flashing. Indicates IDE channel activity. On the 24042G-6RF this light indicates SAS and/or DVD-ROM drive activity when flashing. 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 28 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 29: About Standardized Warning Statements

    Only certified technicians should attempt to install or configure components. Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Supermicro chassis. These warnings may also be found on our web site at http://www.supermicro.com/ about/policies/safety_information.cfm. Warning Definition Warning! This warning symbol means danger.
  • Page 30 A+ SERVER 8027R-TRF+/7RFT+ User's Manual Warnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu Verletzungen führen kann. Machen Sie sich vor der Arbeit mit Geräten mit den Gefahren elektrischer Schaltungen und den üblichen Verfahren zur Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut.
  • Page 31 Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫جسذٌة‬ ‫اصابة‬ ً‫تتسبب ف‬ ‫حالة ٌوكي أى‬ ً‫اًك ف‬ ‫خطز‬ ًٌ‫ٌع‬ ‫هذا الزهز‬ !‫تحذٌز‬ ‫الذوائز‬ ‫بالوخاطز الٌاجوة عي‬ ‫ي على علن‬ ، ‫ك‬ ‫هعذات‬ ‫تعول على أي‬ ‫قبل أى‬ ‫الكهزبائٍة‬ ‫حىادث‬ ‫أي‬ ‫وقىع‬ ‫وٌع‬ ‫ل‬ ‫الىقائٍة‬...

  • Page 32: Installation Instructions

    A+ SERVER 8027R-TRF+/7RFT+ User's Manual Installation Instructions Warning! Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. 設置手順書 システムを電源に接続する前に、 設置手順書をお読み下さい。 警告 将此系统连接电源前,请先阅读安装说明。 警告 將系統與電源連接前，請先閱讀安裝說明。 Warnung Vor dem Anschließen des Systems an die Stromquelle die Installationsanweisungen lesen. ¡Advertencia! Lea las instrucciones de instalación antes de conectar el sistema a la red de alimentación.

  • Page 33: Circuit Breaker

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Circuit Breaker Warning! This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 250 V, 20 A. サーキッ ト ・ ブレーカー この製品は、 短絡 （過電流） 保護装置がある建物での設置を前提としています。 保護装置の定格が250 V、...

  • Page 34: Power Disconnection Warning

    A+ SERVER 8027R-TRF+/7RFT+ User's Manual 경고! 이 제품은 전원의 단락(과전류)방지에 대해서 전적으로 건물의 관련 설비에 의존합니다. 보호장치의 정격이 반드시 250V(볼트), 20A(암페어)를 초과하지 않도록 해야 합니다. Waarschuwing Dit product is afhankelijk van de kortsluitbeveiliging (overspanning) van uw electrische installatie. Controleer of het beveiligde aparaat niet groter gedimensioneerd is dan 220V, 20A.
  • Page 35 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems ¡Advertencia! El sistema debe ser disconnected de todas las fuentes de energía y del cable eléctrico quitado de los módulos de fuente de alimentación antes de tener acceso el interior del chasis para instalar o para quitar componentes de sistema. Attention Le système doit être débranché...

  • Page 36: Equipment Installation

    A+ SERVER 8027R-TRF+/7RFT+ User's Manual Equipment Installation Warning! Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. 機器の設置 トレーニングを受け認定された人だけがこの装置の設置、 交換、 またはサービスを許可 されています。 警告 只有经过培训且具有资格的人员才能进行此设备的安装、更换和维修。 警告 只有經過受訓且具資格人員才可安裝、更換與維修此設備。 Warnung Das Installieren, Ersetzen oder Bedienen dieser Ausrüstung sollte nur geschultem, qualifiziertem Personal gestattet werden.

  • Page 37: Restricted Area

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Waarschuwing Deze apparatuur mag alleen worden geïnstalleerd, vervangen of hersteld door geschoold en gekwalificeerd personeel. Restricted Area Warning! This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security.

  • Page 38: Battery Handling

    A+ SERVER 8027R-TRF+/7RFT+ User's Manual ‫אזור עם גישה מוגבלת‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫יש להתקין את היחידה באזורים שיש בהם הגבלת גישה. הגישה ניתנת בעזרת‬ .)'‫כלי אבטחה בלבד (מפתח, מנעול וכד‬ ‫محظورة‬ ‫مناطق‬ ٍ‫نتركُبها ف‬ ‫هذه انىحذة‬ ‫تخصيص‬ ‫تم‬ ،‫أداة خاصت‬ ‫من خالل استخذاو‬ ‫فقط‬...
  • Page 39 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Warnung Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr. Ersetzen Sie die Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp. Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers. Attention Danger d'explosion si la pile n'est pas remplacée correctement. Ne la remplacer que par une pile de type semblable ou équivalent, recommandée par le fabricant.

  • Page 40: Redundant Power Supplies

    A+ SERVER 8027R-TRF+/7RFT+ User's Manual Redundant Power Supplies Warning! This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. 冗長電源装置 このユニッ トは複数の電源装置が接続されている場合があります。 ユニッ トの電源を切るためには、 すべての接続を取り外さなければなりません。 警告 此部件连接的电源可能不止一个，必须将所有电源断开才能停止给该部件供电。 警告 此裝置連接的電源可能不只一個，必須切斷所有電源才能停止對該裝置的供電。 Warnung Dieses Gerät kann mehr als eine Stromzufuhr haben. Um sicherzustellen, dass der Einheit kein trom zugeführt wird, müssen alle Verbindungen entfernt werden.

  • Page 41: Backplane Voltage

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems ‫امداد الطاقة‬ ‫بوحدات‬ ‫عدة اتصاالت‬ ‫جهاز‬ ‫ال‬ ‫يكون لهذا‬ ‫قد‬ ‫الكهرباء‬ ‫عن‬ ‫وحدة‬ ‫ال‬ ‫لعسل‬ ‫كافة االتصاالت‬ ‫يجب إزالة‬ 경고! 이 장치에는 한 개 이상의 전원 공급 단자가 연결되어 있을 수 있습니다. 이 장치에 전원을...

  • Page 42: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    A+ SERVER 8027R-TRF+/7RFT+ User's Manual ‫מתח בפנל האחורי‬ !‫הרה‬ ‫אז‬ ‫קיימת סכנת מתח בפנל האחורי בזמן תפעול המערכת. יש להיזהר במהלך‬ .‫העבודה‬ ‫اللىحة‬ ‫أوالطاقة المىجىدة على‬ ‫التيار الكهزبائي‬ ‫مه‬ ‫خطز‬ ‫هناك‬ ‫هذا الجهاس‬ ‫خدمة‬ ‫كه حذرا عند‬ ‫يعمل‬ ‫النظام‬ ‫عندما يكىن‬ 경고! 시스템이...

  • Page 43: Product Disposal

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Attention L'équipement doit être installé conformément aux normes électriques nationales et locales. ‫תיאום חוקי החשמל הארצי‬ !‫אזהרה‬ ‫הציוד חייבת להיות תואמת לחוקי החשמל המקומיים והארציים‬ ‫התקנת‬ ‫المتعلقة‬ ‫المحلية والىطىية‬ ‫قىاويه‬ ‫يجب أن يمتثل لل‬ ‫الكهربائية‬...

  • Page 44: Hot Swap Fan Warning

    A+ SERVER 8027R-TRF+/7RFT+ User's Manual ¡Advertencia! Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y reglamentos nacionales. Attention La mise au rebut ou le recyclage de ce produit sont généralement soumis à des lois et/ou directives de respect de l'environnement. Renseignez-vous auprès de l'organisme compétent.
  • Page 45 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems 警告 當您從機架移除風扇裝置，風扇可能仍在轉動。小心不要將手指、螺絲起子和其他 物品太靠近風扇。 Warnung Die Lüfter drehen sich u. U. noch, wenn die Lüfterbaugruppe aus dem Chassis genommen wird. Halten Sie Finger, Schraubendreher und andere Gegenstände von den Öffnungen des Lüftergehäuses entfernt. ¡Advertencia! Los ventiladores podran dar vuelta cuando usted quite ell montaje del ventilador del chasis.

  • Page 46: Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of UL or CSA -certified cables (that have UL/CSA shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by Supermicro only. 電源コードとACアダプター 製品を設置する場合、 提供または指定された接続ケーブル、 電源コードとACアダプター...
  • Page 47 Appareils électroménagers et de loi sur la sécurité Matériel interdit l'utilisation de UL ou CSA câbles certifiés qui ont UL ou CSA indiqué sur le code pour tous les autres appareils électriques que les produits désignés par Supermicro seulement.
  • Page 48 A+ SERVER 8027R-TRF+/7RFT+ User's Manual Notes 4-20...

  • Page 49: Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the H8QG6/i-F serverboard into the 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.

  • Page 50: Unpacking

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Unpacking The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid electrical static discharge. When unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected. Serverboard Installation This section explains the first step of physically mounting the H8QG6/i-F into the SC748 chassis.

  • Page 51: 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 (ribbon) cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The ribbon cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed to prevent them from blocking the flow of cooling air that moves...

  • Page 52: I/O Ports

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Figure 5-1. Control Panel Header Pins 20 19 Ground No Connection Power LED 3.3V HDD LED NIC1 (Link) LED NIC1 (Activity) LED NIC2 (Link) LED NIC2 (Activity) LED OH/Fan Fail/PWR Fail/UID LED Power Fail LED 3.3V Ground Reset...

  • Page 53: Installing The Processor And Heatsink

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing the Processor and Heatsink Exercise extreme caution when handling and installing the processor. Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Installation Procedure Follow the procedures as listed below to install the motherboard into a chassis. 1.
  • Page 54 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual 3. Use your thumb and your index finger to hold the CPU. Locate and align pin 1 of the CPU socket with pin 1 of the CPU. Both are marked with a triangle. 4. Align pin 1 of the CPU with pin 1 of the socket.

  • Page 55: Installing A Passive Cpu Heatsink

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die -- the required amount has already been applied. 2. Place the heatsink directly on top of the CPU so that the heat sink screws are aligned with the mounting holes on the back plate.

  • Page 56: Installing Memory

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Installing Memory Exercise extreme caution when installing or removing memory modules to prevent any possible damage. Installing Memory 1. Insert each memory module vertically into its slot, paying attention to the notch along the bottom of the module to prevent inserting the module incorrectly (see Figure 2-1).
  • Page 57 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Figure 5-4. Installing DIMM into Slot To Install: Insert Notch Notch module vertically and press down until it snaps into place. Pay Front View attention to the align- ment notch at the bottom. Note: Notch should align with the receptive key point on To Remove: Use the slot.

  • Page 58: Dimm Module Population Configuration

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual DIMM Module Population Configuration For memory to work properly, follow the tables below for memory installation: Per Channel DIMM Populations Options DIMM Type DIMM A DIMM B Max. MHz, Max. MHz, Max. GB/ 1.5V DIMMs 1.35V DIMMs Channel SR or DR...

  • Page 59: Adding Pci Add-On Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Adding PCI Add-On Cards Use the procedure below to add PCI add-on cards to your server. Installing a PCI Expansion Card 1. Confirm that you are using a PCI-E or UIO card and have an available slot to support the card.

  • Page 60: Serverboard Details

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Serverboard Details Figure 5-5. H8QG6/i-F Layout (not drawn to scale) COM1 FAN7 FAN9 Intel JSMB1 FAN8 82576 JWD1 JPL1 JPG1 JPB1 CPU1 CPU3 JBT1 Battery JWOL1 SP5100 SR5690 JPUSB1 SATA5 SATA4 SATA3 SATA2 JWF1 SATA1 CPU2 CPU4 SATA0...
  • Page 61 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Description LAN Ports LEDs for the LAN Ethernet ports Dedicated IPMI LAN LEDs for the dedicated IPMI LAN Ethernet port LED for UID Button LED for IPMI Heartbeat LED for Serverboard Power-On Connector Description COM1/COM2 COM1 Serial Port/Header FAN 1-9 Chassis/CPU Fan Headers...

  • Page 62: Connector Definitions

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Connector Definitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions Pin# Definition Pin # Definition Power Connectors +3.3V +3.3V A 24-pin main power supply connector(JPW1) -12V +3.3V and three 8-pin CPU PWR connectors (JPW2/JPW3) on the motherboard. These PS_ON power connectors meet the SSI EPS 12V specification.
  • Page 63 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup NIC2 (LAN2) LED NIC2 LED Pin Definitions The LED connections for LAN2 are on pins (JF1) 9 and 10 of JF1. Attach LAN LED cables to Pin# Definition display network activity. See the table on the Activity right for pin definitions.
  • Page 64 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Universal Serial Bus Ports Universal Serial Bus Ports Pin Definitions (USB 0/1, Two Universal Serial Bus ports (USB 2.0) are USB6) located beside the Keyboard and Mouse PS2 USB0/1 USB6 ports. One additional Type A port (USB6) is Pin # Definition Pin # Definition also included on the motherboard.
  • Page 65 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Fan Headers Fan Header Pin Definitions This motherboard has nine fan headers Pin# Definition (Fan1 to Fan9). These 4-pin fans headers Ground are backward compatible with 3-pin fans. +12V However, fan speed control is available Tachometer for 4-pin fans only.

  • Page 66: Chassis Intrusion

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual SMBus Header SMBus Header (SMBus) The header at SMBus is for the System Pin Definitions Management Bus. Connect the appropriate (JSMB1) cable here to utilize SMB on the system. See Pin# Definition the table on the right for pin definitions. Data Ground Clock...
  • Page 67 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Overheat LED Overheat LED Pin Definitions Connect an LED to the JOH1 header to (JOH1) provide warning of chassis overheating. See Pin# Definition the table on the right for pin definitions. 3.3V OH Active Power LED/Speaker PWR LED Connector Pin Definitions On the JD1 header, pins 1~3 are used for...
  • Page 68 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Trusted Platform Module Header Trusted Platform Module Header Pin Definitions This header is used to connect a Trusted (JTPM1) Platform Module (TPM), available separately Pin# Definition Pin# Definition from a third-party vendor. A TPM is a LCLK security device that allows encryption and LFRAME...

  • Page 69: 5-10 Jumper Settings

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-10 Jumper Settings Connector Pins Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the motherboard, Jumper jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function Setting of the connector.
  • Page 70 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual I2C to PCI-Express Slot C to PCI-Express Slot Jumper Settings C1/JI C2 allows you to enable the I C bus C1/JI to communicate with the PCI-Express slot. Jumper Setting Definition For the jumpers to work properly, please set Closed Enabled both jumpers to the same setting.
  • Page 71 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup USB Wake-Up Backpanel USB Wake-Up Enable (JPUSB1) JPUSB1 jumper allows you to "wake up" Jumper Settings the system by pressing a key on the USB Jumper Setting Definition keyboard or by clicking the USB mouse of Pins 1-2 Enabled (default) your system.

  • Page 72: 5-11 Onboard Indicators

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual 5-11 Onboard Indicators LAN LED (Connection Speed Indicator) LAN1/LAN2 LEDs LED Color Definition 10 MHz The Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA Green 100 MHz port) have two LEDs. On each Gb LAN port, Amber 1 GHz one LED blinks to indicate activity while the other may be green, amber or off to indicate...

  • Page 73: 5-12 Sas And Sata Drive Connections

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-12 SAS and SATA Drive Connections SATA Ports SATA Ports Pin Definitions There are no jumpers to configure the SATA (SATA0-SATA5) ports, which are designated SATA0 through Pin # Definition SATA5. See the table on the right for pin Ground definitions.

  • Page 74: 5-13 Enabling Sata Raid

    OS installation. Building a Driver Diskette You must first build a driver diskette from Supermicro drivers for your system. Drivers can be found at ftp://ftp.supermicro.com. (You will have to create this disk on a computer that is already running and with the OS installed.) Note: Window’s Vista, Windows 2008 or later Windows OS systems can use a USB...

  • Page 75: Enabling Sata Raid In The Bios

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Enabling SATA RAID in the BIOS Before installing the Windows operating system, you must change some settings in the BIOS. Boot up the system and hit the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup Utlility. After the setup utility loads, 1.
  • Page 76 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Figure 5-7. DotHill RAID Utility Program Screen Figure 5-8. Adaptec RAID Utility Program Screen Using the DotHill and Adaptec RAID Utility The RAID Utility program allows you to define the drives you want to include in the RAID array and the mode and type of RAID.

  • Page 77: Installing The Raid Driver During Os Installation

    6. Highlight the first “Adaptec RAID” driver shown and press the <Enter> key to install it. 5-14 Installing Software The Supermicro ftp site contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp. supermicro.com. Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver.
  • Page 78 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Figure 5-9. Driver/Tool Installation Display Screen Note: Click the icons showing a hand writing on paper to view the readme files for each item. Click the computer icons to the right of these items to install each item (from top to the bottom) one at a time.

  • Page 79: Superdoctor Iii

    Figure 5-10. SuperDoctor III Interface Display Screen (Health Information) Figure 5-11. SuperDoctor III Interface Display Screen (Remote Control) Note: The SuperDoctor III program and User’s Manual can be downloaded from the Supermicro web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/accessories/software/ SuperDoctorIII.cfm. For Linux, we recommend that you use the SuperDoctor II application instead.

  • Page 80: 5-15 Serverboard Battery

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual 5-15 Serverboard Battery Caution: There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 5-12). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer (CR2032).

  • Page 81: 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 simple maintenance on the SC748TQ-R1400B chassis. Following the component installation steps in the order given will eliminate most common problems. If some steps are unnecessary, skip ahead to the step that follows.
  • Page 82 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis Front View Main Power System Reset System LEDs USB Ports 5.25" Drive Bays (2) Floppy Drive (Optional) 5x SAS/SATA Drive Bays 2x Power Supply Modules...

  • Page 83: Control Panel

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Control Panel The front control panel must be connected to the JF1 connector on the serverboard to provide you with system status and alarm indications. A ribbon cable has bundled these wires together to simplify this connection. Connect the cable from JF1 on the serverboard (making sure the red wire plugs into pin 1) to the appropriate comnnector on the front control panel PCB (printed circuit board).
  • Page 84 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Installing a New System Fan. 1. Replace the failed fan with an identical one (available from Supermicro). 2. Install it in the same position and orientation as the one you removed; it should click into place when fully inserted.

  • Page 85: Removing The Air Shroud

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Removing the Air Shroud Under most circumstances you will not need to remove the air shroud to perform any service on the system. However, if you wish to temporarily remove it (the air shroud should always be in place when the system is operating), please follow this procedure.

  • Page 86: Drive Bay Installation

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Drive Bay Installation SAS/SATA Drives A total of five SAS/SATA drives may be housed in the SC748 chassis. The drive IDs are preconfigured as 0 through 4 (channel A) in order from bottom to top (or from left to right if rackmounted).
  • Page 87 Important: Regardless of how many SAS/SATA hard drives are installed, all drive carriers must remain in the drive bays to maintain proper airflow. Note! Enterprise level hard disk drives are recommended for use in Supermicro chassis and servers. For information on recommended HDDs, visit the Supermicro...

  • Page 88: Installing Components In The 5.25" Drive Bays

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Installing Components in the 5.25" Drive Bays Drive Bay Configuration The 4042G-6RF/TRF has three 5.25" drive bays. Components such as an extra floppy drive, IDE hard drives or DVD/CD-ROM drives can be installed into these 5.25"...

  • Page 89: Power Supply

    The PWR Fail LED will illuminate and remain on until the failed module has been replaced. Replacement modules can be ordered directly from Supermicro (see contact information in the Preface). The hot-swap capability of the power supply modules allows you to replace the failed module without powering down the system.
  • Page 90 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Figure 6-7. Removing a Power Supply Module 6-10...

  • Page 91: Chapter 7 Bios

    Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the H8QG6/i-F serverboard. The AMI BIOS is stored in a flash chip and can be easily upgraded using a floppy disk-based program. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual.

  • Page 92: Main Menu

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Main Menu When you first enter AMI BIOS Setup Utility, you will see the Main Menu screen. You can always return to the Main Menu by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen with the arrow keys. The Main Menu screen provides you with a system overview, which includes the version, built date and ID of the AMIBIOS, the type, speed and number of the processors in the system and the amount of memory installed in the system.
  • Page 93 Chapter 7: BIOS Hit 'DEL' Message Display Use this option to Enable or Disable the "Press DEL to run setup" message in POST. Interrupt 19 Capture Select Enabled to allow ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Restore on AC Power Loss This sets the action that occurs when an AC power loss occurs.

  • Page 94: Advanced Chipset Control

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual CPU DownCore Mode This option sets the CPU DownCore Mode for your system. If you change this option then a cold reset is required. Options include Auto Mode, Maximum Core Level, No Leveling, 2 Cores, 4 Cores, 6 Cores, 8 Cores, 10 Cores and 12 Cores. C1E Support This option enables or disables C1E Support for your system.

  • Page 95: Ecc Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS  ECC Configuration ECC Mode This submenu sets the level of ECC protection. Options include Disabled, Basic, Good, Super, Max and User. Selecting User activates the other op- tion for user setting. Note: The "Super" ECC mode dynamically sets the DRAM scrub rate so all of memory is scrubbed in 8-hours.
  • Page 96 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Legacy USB Support Select "Enabled" to enable the support for USB Legacy. Disable Legacy support if there are no USB devices installed in the system. "Auto" disabled Legacy support if no USB devices are connected. The options are Disabled, Enabled and Auto. ...
  • Page 97 Chapter 7: BIOS PIO Mode PIO (Programmable I/O) mode programs timing cycles between the IDE drive and the programmable IDE controller. As the PIO mode increases, the cycle time decreases. The options are Auto, 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Select Auto to allow BIOS to auto detect the PIO mode.
  • Page 98 A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual  PCI/PNP Configuration Clear NVRAM Select Yes to clear NVRAM during boot-up. The options are Yes and No. Plug & Play O/S Select Yes to allow the OS to configure Plug & Play devices. (This is not required for system boot if your system has an OS that supports Plug &...

  • Page 99: Remote Access Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS Serial 2 Address This option specifies the base I/O port address and Interrupt Request address of serial port 2. Select "Disabled" to prevent the serial port from accessing any system resources. When this option is set to "Disabled", the serial port physically becomes unavailable.

  • Page 100: Hardware Health Configuration

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Sredir Memory Display Delay Use this setting to set the delay in seconds to display memory information. Options are No Delay, 1 sec, 2 secs and 4 secs.  Hardware Health Configuration CPU Overheat Temperature This setting allows you to specify the type of alarm for CPU overheating.

  • Page 101: System Fan Monitor

    Chapter 7: BIOS When COA (either Early or Default Alarm) is enabled, the following actions are required to be executed: • System overheating LED is required to be ON and to solid red. • Onboard buzzer or speaker is required to be ON and to be a continuous sound. •...

  • Page 102: Acpi Configuration

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual  ACPI Configuration ACPI Aware O/S Use this setting to enable or disable ACPI support for the operating system if it supports ACPI. Options include Yes (enable ACPI support) or No (disable ACPI support). ACPI Version Features Use this setting the determine which ACPI version to use.

  • Page 103: Set Lan Configuration

    Chapter 7: BIOS  Set LAN Configuration Use the "+" and "-" keys to choose the desired channel number. This displays Channel Number and Channel Number Status information.  IP Address This submenu sets the IP address source as either Static or DHCP. Selecting Static allows you to manually set the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway Address.

  • Page 104: Security Settings Menu

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual  Event Log Configuration View Event Log Pressing the Enter key will open the event log. Use the "h" and "i" keys to navigate through the system event log. Mark All Events as Read Selecting this and pressing the Enter key marks all events as read in the event log.

  • Page 105: Boot Settings Menu

    Chapter 7: BIOS Boot Settings Menu  Boot Device Priority This feature allows you to prioritize the boot sequence from the list of available devices. A device that is in parenthesis has been disabled in the corresponding type menu.  Removable Drives This feature allows you to specify the boot sequence from the list of available removable drives.

  • Page 106: Exit Menu

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Exit Menu Select the Exit tab from AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Save Changes and Exit When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave BIOS Setup and reboot the computer, so the new system configuration parameters can take effect.

  • Page 107: Appendix A Bios Error Beep Codes

    Appendix A: POST Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep 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.
  • Page 108 + SE VER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 109: Appendix B Installing Windows

    Settings before you install the Windows OS and other software drivers. To configure RAID settings, please refer to RAID Configuration User Guides posted on our web site at www.supermicro.com/support/manuals. Note: The following OS installation instructions are written for the Windows XP/2003 OS only.

  • Page 110: B-2 Installing Windows To A Non-Raid System

    Windows installation. 4. After the installation has completed, the system will automatically reboot. 5. Insert the Supermicro Setup CD that came with your system into the CD- ROM drive during system boot and the main screen will display.

  • Page 111: Appendix C System Specifications

    Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Processors Quad AMD Opteron 6000 series (Socket G34 type) processors Note: please refer to our website for details on supported processors. Chipset One AMD SR5690 chipset, one AMD SR5670 chipset and one SP5100 Southbridge chipset BIOS 16 Mb AMIBIOS SPI Flash ROM...

  • Page 112: Expansion Slots

    A+ SERVER 4042G-6RF/TRF User's Manual Expansion Slots Supports the use of six PCI expansion slots: one PCI-Express x8 slot, one PCI-Express x4 slot, three 64-bit 133 MHz PCI-X slots and one 64-bit 100 MHz PCI-X slot. (The 100 MHz PCI-X slot supports Zero Channel RAID.) Serverboard H8QG6/i-F (proprietary ATX form factor) Dimensions: 16.48"...

  • Page 113: Regulatory Compliance

    Appendix C: System Specifications Regulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class B, EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-3-2/-3- 3, CISPR 22 Class A Electromagnetic Immunity: EN 55024/CISPR 24, (EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6, EN 61000-4-8, EN 61000-4-11) Safety: CSA/EN/IEC/UL 60950-1 Compliant, UL or CSA Listed (USA and Canada), CE Marking (Europe) California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials:...
  • Page 114 Notes (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 communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to perform be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

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