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  • Page 1 UPER ® uper orkstation 5037A-IL USER’S MANUAL...
  • 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 About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperWorkstation 5037A-IL. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The SuperWorkstation 5037A-IL is a high-end system based on the SC732D4-500B mid-tower chassis and the X9SAE serverboard.
  • Page 4 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9SAE 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 Preface Notes...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Overview ......................1-1 Serverboard Features ..................1-2 Processors ...................... 1-2 Memory ......................1-2 SATA ......................1-2 PCI Expansion Slots ..................1-2 Onboard Controllers/Ports ................1-2 Chassis Features .................... 1-3 System Power ....................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Restricted Area ....................2-9 Battery Handling .................... 2-10 Redundant Power Supplies ................2-12 Backplane Voltage ..................2-13 Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes ........2-14 Product Disposal ................... 2-15 Hot Swap Fan Warning ................. 2-16 Power Cable and AC Adapter ..............2-18 Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup Handling the Serverboard ................
  • Page 8 uper orkstation 5037A-IL-6/5037A-IL-T User's Manual Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup Static-Sensitive Devices .................. 6-1 Precautions ..................... 6-1 Unpacking ....................... 6-1 Accessing the Inside of the System..............6-2 Rotating the Hard Drive Cage................. 6-3 Removing and Installing 3.5" Hard Drives ............6-4 Removing and Installing 2.5"...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    SC732D4-500B mid-tower chassis and the X9SAE, a single Intel® Xeon® processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the SuperWorkstation 5037A-IL (www.supermicro. com). In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have been included with the SuperWorkstation 5037A-IL, as listed below: •...

  • Page 10: Serverboard Features

    5037A-IL User's Manual Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperWorkstation 5037A-IL lies the X9SAE a single processor serverboard based on the Intel® C216 chipset. Below are the main features of the X9SAE. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).

  • Page 11: Chassis Features

    3.5" hard drive bays and four optional internal 2.5" hard drives. Front Control Panel The control panel on the SuperWorkstation 5037A-IL includes system monitoring LEDs, and a main power button. In addition, two audio (HD/AC97) ports, two USB 2.0 ports and two USB 3.0 ports on the control panel.

  • Page 12: System Block Diagram

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Figure 1-1. Intel C216 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details. BLOCK DIAGRAM RoHS 6/6 PCIe3.0_x8 SVID PCIe x16 SLOT #6 VRM 12 8.0GT/s X9SAE-V Only INTEL CPU PCIe3.0_x8 DDR3 (CHA)

  • Page 13: 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 14 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Installation

    Installation Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperWorkstation 5037A-IL 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 processor and memory preinstalled.

  • Page 16: Accessing The Inside Of The System

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Accessing the Inside of the System You may need to access the system periodically to perform maintenance or install components such as hard drives. The SC732 features two removable side covers, allowing easy access to the chassis interior. Removing the Side Covers 1.

  • Page 17: Chapter 3 System Interface

    Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface Overview The control panel on the 5037A-IL has three LEDs and a power button. These LEDs keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system and the activity and health of specific components. Control Panel Button A single push-button is located on the front of the chassis.

  • Page 18: Control Panel Leds

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual NIC LED HDD LED INFORMATION LED Power Button Audio 2x USB 2.0 2x USB 3.0 Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the SC732 chassis has three 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 19: Informational Led

    Chapter 3: System Interface Informational LED Continuously on and blue: UID function has been activated. Flashing red: Fan failure. Continuously on and red: Overheat condition. This may be caused by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room temperature being too warm.
  • Page 20 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 21: Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements For Ac Systems

    Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems About Standardized Warning Statements The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury. Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Supermicro's Technical Support department for assistance.
  • Page 22 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall 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 23 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 24: Installation Instructions

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall 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。 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 25: 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 26: Power Disconnection Warning

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall 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 27 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Le système doit être débranché de toutes les sources de puissance ainsi que de son cordon d'alimentation secteur avant d'accéder à l'intérieur du chassis pour ‫אזהרה מפני ניתוק חשמלי‬ installer ou enlever des composants de systéme. !‫אזהרה‬...

  • Page 28: Equipment Installation

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall 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。 Warnung Das Installieren, Ersetzen oder Bedienen dieser Ausrüstung sollte nur geschultem, qualifiziertem Personal gestattet werden. ¡Advertencia! Solamente el personal calificado debe instalar, reemplazar o utilizar este equipo.

  • Page 29: 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 30: Battery Handling

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall ‫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 31 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 32: Redundant Power Supplies

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall 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。 Warnung Dieses Gerät kann mehr als eine Stromzufuhr haben. Um sicherzustellen, dass der Einheit kein trom zugeführt wird, müssen alle Verbindungen entfernt werden.

  • Page 33: 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 34: Comply With Local And National Electrical Codes

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall ‫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 35: 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 36: Hot Swap Fan Warning

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall Warnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen. ¡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.
  • Page 37 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems 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 38: Power Cable And Ac Adapter

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall Power Cable and AC Adapter Warning! When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables, power cables and AC adaptors. Using any other cables and adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. 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.
  • Page 39 Chapter 4: Warning Statements for AC Systems Attention Lors de l'installation du produit, utilisez les bables de connection fournis ou désigné. L'utilisation d'autres cables et adaptateurs peut provoquer un dysfonctionnement ou un incendie. Appareils électroménagers et de loi sur la sécurité Matériel interdit l'utilisation de UL ou CSA câbles certifiés qui ont UL ou CSA indiqué...
  • Page 40 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manuall Notes 4-20...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X9SAE 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 for your reference.

  • Page 42: Unpacking

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL 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 first step of physically mounting the X9SAE into the SC732D4-500B chassis.

  • Page 43: 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 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 flow of cooling air that moves through the system from front to back.

  • Page 44: I/O Ports

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Figure 5-1. Control Panel Header Pins LED_Anode+ Power LED LED_Anode+ HDD LED NIC1 LED LED_Anode+ LED_Anode+ NIC2 LED OH/Fan Fail LED LED_Anode+ Reset Reset Button Ground Power Button Ground I/O Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification. See Figure 5-2 below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports.

  • Page 45: Processor And Heatsink Installation

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Processor and Heatsink Installation 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 46 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual 2. Gently lift the load lever to open the load plate. Remove the plastic cap. 3. Use your thumb and your index finger to hold the CPU at the North center edge and the South center edge of the CPU. North Center Edge South Center Edge 4.
  • Page 47 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 1. Do not rub the CPU against the surface or against any pins of the socket to avoid damaging the CPU or the socket.) 2. With the CPU inside the socket, inspect the four corners of the CPU to make sure that the CPU is properly installed.

  • Page 48: Installing An Active Cpu Heatsink With Fan

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Installing an Active CPU Heatsink with Fan 1. Locate the CPU fan power connec- tor on the motherboard. (Refer to the layout on the right for the CPU Fan location.) 2. Position the heatsink so that the heatsink fan wires are closest to the Thermal Grease CPU fan power connector and are...
  • Page 49 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 1. Align the four heatsink fasten- ers with the mounting holes on the motherboard. Gently push the pairs of diagonal fasteners (#1 & #2, and #3 & #4) into the mounting holes until you hear a click. Also, make sure to orient each fastener so that the narrow end of the groove is pointing...

  • Page 50: Removing The Heatsink

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Removing the Heatsink Caution: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to remove the heatsink and to prevent dam- age done to the CPU or other components.

  • Page 51: Installing Ddr3 Memory

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Installing DDR3 Memory Note: Check the Supermicro website for recommended memory modules. CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing DIMM modules to prevent any possible damage. X9SAE REV:1.01 DIMM Installation HDMI_ VGA/ HDMI1/2 COM1 JUSBLAN2 JPCIE8 JPCIE5...

  • Page 52: Memory Support

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Memory Support The X9SAE Motherboard Series supports up to 32GB of Unbuffered (UDIMM) DDR3 ECC/Non-ECC 1600/1333 MHz in four memory slots. Populating these DIMM modules with a pair of memory modules of the same type and same size will result in interleaved memory, which will improve memory performance.

  • Page 53: Adding Pci Add-On Cards

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Adding PCI Add-On Cards The 5037A-IL can accommodate standard size add-on cards populated in all slots on the X9SAE serverboard. Installing an Add-on Card 1. Begin by removing the PCI slot shield for the slot you wish to populate. 2.

  • Page 54: Serverboard Details

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Serverboard Details Figure 5-3. X9SAE Layout JAUDIO1 LAN2 LAN1 HDMI1 COM1 KB/MS S/PDIF IN USB2/3 USB10/13 HDMI2 USB8/9 S/PDIF OUT JPL1 JPAC1 JI2C2 JI2C1 JPL2 JPW3 X9SAE REV:1.01 AUDIO FP HDMI_ VGA/ HDMI1/2 COM1 JUSBLAN2 JPUSB1 JPCIE5 JPCIE8...
  • Page 55 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup X9SAE Motherboard Series Jumpers Jumper Description Default JBT1 CMOS Clear C1/JI SMB to PCI Slots Off (Disabled) JPAC1 Audio Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL1/JPL2 LAN1/LAN2 Disable/Enable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPME1 Intel ME Recovery Mode Pins 1-2 (Disabled) JPME2 Intel ME Manufacturing Mode Pins 1-2 (Disabled)
  • Page 56 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual X9SAE Motherboard Series Headers/Connectors Connector Description AUDIO FP Front Panel Audio Header JAUDIO High-Definition Audio Connectors (on the I/O back panel) BAT1, SPK1 Onboard Battery, Internal Speaker/Buzzer COM1, COM2 COM1 Port (Back Panel), COM2 Serial Port Header FAN1~FAN4, FANA System/CPU Fan Headers (FAN1: CPU Fan, FANA: I/O Cards) Speaker/buzzer (Pins 1-2: Buzzer, Pins 1~4: External Speaker)

  • Page 57: Connector Definitions

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Connector Definitions ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions (JPW1) Pin# Definition Pin # Definition ATX Main PWR (JPW1) and CPU +3.3V +3.3V PWR Connectors (JPW2) -12V +3.3V The 24 - pin main power connector (JPW1) is used to provide power to PS_ON the motherboard.
  • Page 58 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual (Back_Panel) High Definition Audio (HD (BP) HD Audio Audio) Conn# Signal This motherboard features a 7.1+2 Channel High S/P DIF Out Definition Audio (HDA) codec that provides 10 Surround Out DAC channels. The HD Audio connections simul- CEN/LFE Out taneously supports multiple-streaming 7.1 sound Mic In...
  • Page 59 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Front Panel USB (3.0) Pin Definitions Pin# Signal Name Description VBUS Power IntA_P1_SSRX- USB 3.0 Port 1 SuperSpeed RX- IntA_P1_SSRX+ USB 3.0 Port 1 SuperSpeed RX+ IntA_P1_SSTX- USB 3.0 Port 1 SuperSpeed TX- IntA_P1_SSTX+ USB 3.0 Port 1 SuperSpeed TX+ IntA_P1_D- USB 3.0 Port 1 D- (USB 2.0 Signal D-) IntA_P1_D+...
  • Page 60 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Power Button Power Button The connection for the power button Pin Definitions (JF1) is on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. The chas- Pin# Definition sis power button should be connected PW_ON here. See the table on the right for pin Ground definitions.
  • Page 61 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Power LED Power LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The Power LED connection is located on Pin# Definition pins 15 and 16 of JF1. Refer to the table LED VCC on the right for pin definitions. Ground HDD LED HDD LED Pin Definitions (JF1)
  • Page 62 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Speaker (JD1) On the JD1 header, Pins 3~4 are used for the internal speaker. Close Pins 3~4 with a Speaker Connector Pin Definitions jumper or cap to use the onboard speaker. If you wish to use an external speaker, at- Pin Setting Definition tach the external speaker's cable to Pins...
  • Page 63 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup Internal Buzzer (SPK1) Internal Buzzer Pin Definition The Internal Buzzer (SPK1) can be Pin# Definitions used to provide audible indications for Pin 1 Pos. (+) Beep In various beep codes. See the table on Pin 2 Neg.
  • Page 64 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Legacy Wake-On-LAN (JSTBY) Wake-On-LAN Pin Definitions The legacy Wake-On-LAN header is (JWOL) located at JWOL on the motherboard. Pin# Definition See the table on the right for pin defi- +5V Standby nitions. (This feature is provided for Ground legacy I/O expansion cards.) Wake-up...

  • Page 65: 5-10 Jumper Settings

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-10 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used Connector to choose between optional settings. Pins Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the con- nector.
  • Page 66 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual ME Manufacturing Mode (JPME2) JPME2 Jumper Settings Close pins 2-3 of JPME2 to enable ME Manu- Both Jumpers Definition facturing Mode. See the table on the right Pins 1-2 Disabled for jumper settings. Note: ME Manufactur- Pins 2-3 Enabled ing Mode may be enabled without changing...
  • Page 67 Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup USB Wake-Up (JPUSB1/JUSB2) USB Wake-Up Jumper Settings Use the JPUSB jumpers to enable system Jumper Setting Definition "wake-up" via a USB device. These jump- Pins 1-2 Enabled ers allow you to "wake-up" the system by Pins 2-3 Disabled (Default) pressing a key on the USB keyboard or by...

  • Page 68: 5-11 Onboard Indicators

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual 5-11 Onboard Indicators LAN 1/LAN 2 LEDs Two LAN ports (LAN 1/LAN 2) are located on the I/O back panel of the motherboard. LAN 1/LAN 2 Link LEDs (Green/Amber/Off) Each Ethernet LAN port has two LEDs. The LED Color Definition yellow LED indicates activity, while the Link...

  • Page 69: 5-12 Sata Ports

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-12 SATA Ports SATA Connections (I-SATA0~I-SATA5) Two 6Gb/s I-SATA 3.0 connectors (I-SATA 0/1) are located on the motherboard. In addition, four I-SATA 2.0 (I-SATA 2~5) connectors are also located on the board. The SATA 3.0 ports support RAID 0, 1 while the SATA 2.0 ports support RAID 0, 1, 5 &10.

  • Page 70: 5-13 Installing Software

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual 5-13 Installing Software After the hardware has been installed, you should first 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 files for each item.
  • Page 71 BIOS. Any subsequent changes to these thresholds must be made within SuperDoctor, as the SuperDoctor settings override the BIOS settings. To set the BIOS temperature threshold settings again, you would first need to uninstall SuperDoctor. Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen (Health Information) 5-31...

  • Page 72: Superdoctor Iii

    5037A-IL User's Manual Supero Doctor 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 using SuperDoctor II. 5-32...

  • Page 73: 5-14 Onboard Battery

    Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-14 Onboard Battery Figure 4-1. Installing the Onboard Battery LITHIUM BATTERY LITHIUM BATTERY BATTERY HOLDER BATTERY HOLDER Please handle used batteries carefully. Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landfill.

  • Page 74: 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 SC732D4-500B 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 75: Accessing The Inside Of The System

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Accessing the Inside of the System Figure 6-1. Removing the Chassis Side Covers The SC732 features two removable side covers, allowing easy access to the chas- sis interior. Removing the Side Covers 1. Power down the server and remove the power cord from the rear of the power supply.

  • Page 76: Rotating The Hard Drive Cage

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Rotating the Hard Drive Cage Figure 6-2. Rotating the Hard Drive Cage Release Tab (A) HDD Cage (B) In order to access and install components in the chassis interior, it is necessary to rotate the hard drive cage (B). This will provide sufficient room to install and configure the chassis components.

  • Page 77: Removing And Installing 3.5" Hard Drives

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Removing and Installing 3.5" Hard Drives Figure 6-3. Removing a Hard Drive Carrier from the Hard Drive Cage Release Tabs The SC732 chassis must be powered-down before hard drives can be removed from the hard drive carriers. Removing and Installing 3.5"...
  • Page 78 Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Figure 6-4. Removing a 3.5" Hard Drive from a Hard Drive Carrier 8. Remove the hard drive from the hard drive carrier. 9. Insert the new hard drive into the hard drive carrier. Warning: Only enterprise level HDDs are recommended for use in this chassis. 10.
  • Page 79 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Figure 6-5. Installing a Hard Drive Carrier into the Hard Drive Cage Optional Screw...

  • Page 80: Removing And Installing 2.5" Hard Drives (Optional)

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Removing and Installing 2.5" Hard Drives (Optional) Figure 6-6. Removing a 2.5" Hard Drive Thumb Screw The SC732 chassis supports an optional hard drive cage (MCP-220-73201-0N) for up to four 2.5" hard drives. The server must be powered-down before hard drives can be removed from the hard drive cage.
  • Page 81 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Figure 6-7. Installing 2.5" Hard Drives 7. Insert the new hard drive into the hard drive carrier. 8. Insert the hard drive carrier into the hard drive cage, sliding it towards the back of the the hard drive cage until it clicks into a locked position. 9.

  • Page 82: Installing A 3.5" Device (Optional)

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing a 3.5" Device (Optional) The SC732D chassis has one 3.5" device slot, which supports an optional device, such as an all-in-one card reader. Installing a 3.5" Device 1. Remove the front bezel from the chassis by lifting it upwards from the bottom, and pulling off the front of the chassis.

  • Page 83: Installing A 5.25" Optical Device (Optional)

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Installing a 5.25" Optical Device (Optional) The SC732 chassis has two optical device slots, which support up to two optional devices, such as DVD-ROM drives. Installing an Optical Device 1. Power down the server, remove the cover and remove the power cord from the rear of the power supply.

  • Page 84: Installing System Fans

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing System Fans Figure 6-10. Installing the Rear Exhaust Fan Installing the Rear Exhaust Fan 1. Power down the server and remove the power cord from the rear of the power supply. 2. Remove the side cover. (See page 6-2). 3.
  • Page 85 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Figure 6-11. Installing the Front Cooling Fan (Optional) Installing the Front Cooling Fan (Optional) 1. Power down the server,and remove the power cord from the rear of the power supply. 2. Remove the side cover. (See page 6-2). 3.

  • Page 86: Installing The Front Bezel

    Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Installing the Front Bezel Front Bezel Installation 1. Insert the tabs on the front bezel into the mounting holes on the front of the chassis. 2. Ensure that the cover fits snugly. This completes the installation of major components in the SC732 chassis. Figure 6-12.

  • Page 87: 6-10 Power Supply

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual 6-10 Power Supply The UP workstation SYS-5037A-IL includes a 500 Watt fixed power supply. In the unlikely event that it becomes necessary to replace the power supply, follow the instructions below. Figure 6-13. Removing the Power Supply Power Supply Changing the Power Supply 1.

  • Page 88: Chapter 7 Bios

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X9SAE Motherboard Se- ries. The 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. Note: For AMI BIOS Recovery, please refer to the UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions in Appendix C.

  • Page 89: How To Start The Setup Utility

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual How to Start 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 90 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS System Overview: The following BIOS information will be displayed: System Time/System Date Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or System Date using the arrow keys. Enter new values through the keyboard. Press the <Tab>...

  • Page 91: Advanced Setup Configurations

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Advanced Setup Configurations Use the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and press <Enter> to access the submenu items: Main Advanced Event Logs Boot Security Save & Exit System Boot Feature Setting.  Boot Feature ...

  • Page 92: Power Configuration

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS as bootable disks. If this item is set to Disabled, the ROM BIOS of the host adap- tors will not capture Interrupt 19, and the drives attached to these adaptors will not function as bootable devices. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Power Configuration ...
  • Page 93 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Hardware Prefetcher (Available when supported by the CPU) If set to Enabled, the hardware prefetcher will prefetch streams of data and instruc- tions from the main memory to the L2 cache to improve CPU performance. The options are Disabled and Enabled.
  • Page 94 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Turbo Boost Technology (Available when Intel® EIST  technology is Enabled) This feature allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions. Turbo Mode This feature allows processor cores to run faster than marked frequency in specific conditions.

  • Page 95: Chipset Configuration

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Chipset Configuration WARNING: Setting the wrong values in the following sections may cause the system to malfunction. CPU Bridge Configuration  This item displays the current CPU Revision, Current CPU1 Memory Fre- quency, Memory Type and Memory Reference Code Revision. Memory Frequency This feature allows the user to select the memory speed.
  • Page 96 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS PCI Express Port - Gen X This feature forces Gen1 or Gen2 support on the PCI Express Graphics (PEG) port. The options are Auto, Gen1 and Gen2. De-emphasis Control This feature configures de-emphasis control on the PEG port. The options are -3.5 dB, and -6 dB.

  • Page 97: South Bridge Configuration

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual RC6+ (Deep RC6) This item enables or disables Deep RC6 (RC6+) support by the Internal Graphics Device (IGD). The options are Disabled and Enabled. GT OverClocking Support This item enables or disables GT over clocking support by the Inter- nal Graphics Device (IGD).
  • Page 98 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Azalia HD Audio (available if JPAC1 jumper is enabled) This feature enables or disables the motherboard's built-in High Defini- tion (HD) audio. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Frontside Audio Mode (available if Azalia HD Audio is enabled) This feature selects between AC'97 legacy audio and HD audio.
  • Page 99 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual SATA Port0~Port5 This item displays the information detected on the installed SATA drives on the particular SATA port. RAID Mode The following items are displayed when RAID Mode is selected: SATA Port0~Port5 This item displays the information detected on the installed SATA drives on the particular SATA port.

  • Page 100: Super Io Configuration

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Onboard LAN Option ROM Select Use this feature to select which option ROM the system will use. The options are PXE, and iSCSI. Onboard LAN1/LAN2 Option ROM This feature enables or disables the onboard ROM option for LAN1 and LAN2. The options are Disabled and Enabled.

  • Page 101: Serial Port Console Redirection

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Serial Port Console Redirection  COM1/COM2 Console Redirection Use this feature to enable console redirection for COM1 and COM2 ports. The op- tions are Enabled and Disabled. Console Redirection Settings  Configure the following options for the Console Redirection Settings. The most common settings are set as default: Terminal Type : Select ANSI, VT100, VT100+, or VT-UTF8 Bits per Second (BPS): 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, or 115200...

  • Page 102: Hardware Health Configuration

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Hardware Health Configuration  Fan Speed Control Mode This feature allows the user to decide how the system controls the speeds of the onboard fans. The CPU temperature and the fan speed are correlative. When the CPU on-die temperature increases, the fan speed will also increase for effective system cooling.

  • Page 103: Acpi Settings

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Fan 1 ~ Fan 4, Fan A Reading This feature displays the fan speed readings from fan interfaces Fan1 through Fan4 and Fan A. VCORE, 12V, VDIMM, 5VCC, VTT, AVCC, 3.3VCC, VSB, VBAT This feature displays the current voltages of the above voltage monitors. ACPI Settings ...
  • Page 104 Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Intel TXT (LT) Support Intel TXT (Trusted Execution Technology) helps protect against software-based at- tacks and ensures protection, confidentiality and integrity of data stored or created on the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled. PCH-FW Configuration ...

  • Page 105: Network Stack

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Disable ME This option temporarily sets the Management Engine to soft disable. The options are Enabled and Disabled. This option enables or disables Alert Specification Format. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Activate Remote Assistance Process This option enables or disables the Remote Assistance Process (triggers CIRA boot).

  • Page 106: Event Logs

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Event Logs Main Advanced Event Logs Boot Security Save & Exit Press <Enter> to change the  Change Smbios Event Log Settings Smbios Event Log Configuration.  View Smbios Event Log  : Select Screen  : Select Item Enter: Select...
  • Page 107 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual METW The Multiple Event Time Window (METW) defines number of minutes must pass between duplicate log events before MECI is incremented. This is in minutes, from 0 to 99. The default value is 60. View SmBIOS Event Log This feature displays the contents of the SmBIOS Event Log.

  • Page 108: Boot Settings

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Boot Settings Security Main Advanced Event Logs Boot Save & Exit Sets the system boot order Setup Prompt Timeout Retry Boot Devices [Disabled] Boot Option Filter [UEFI and Legacy] Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [P5: XXX XXXXXXX ...] Boot Option #2 [IBA GE Slot 00C8 v..

  • Page 109: Security Settings

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Security Settings Security Main Advanced Event Logs Boot Save & Exit Password Description Set Administrator Password If ONLY the administrator’s password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup. If ONLY the User’s password is set, then this is a power on password and must be entered to boot or enter Setup.

  • Page 110: Save & Exit Options

    Chapter 7: AMI BIOS Save & Exit Options Main Advanced Event Logs Boot Security Save & Exit Discard Changes and Exit Exit system setup without Save Changes and Reset saving the changes. Discard Changes Restore Defaults Save as User Defaults Restore User Defaults Boot Override IBA GE Slot 00C8 v1371...
  • Page 111 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Restore User Defaults To set this feature, select Restore User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <En- ter>. Use this feature to retrieve user-defined settings that were saved previously. Boot Override Set this feature to override a previously defined boot device. The available devices will be listed below.

  • Page 112: Appendix A Bios Error Beep Codes

    Appendix A: BIOS 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 with bootup.
  • Page 113 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Notes...

  • Page 114: Appendix B Uefi Bios Recovery Instructions

    UEFI BIOS Recovery Appendix B UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions Warning! Do not upgrade the BIOS unless your system has a BIOS-related issue. Flashing the wrong BIOS can cause irreparable damage to the system. In no event shall Supermicro be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from a BIOS update.
  • Page 115 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual To perform UEFI BIOS recovery using a USB-attached device, follow the instruc- tions below. 1. Using a different machine, copy the "Super.ROM" binary image file into the disc Root "\" Directory of a USB device or a writeable CD/DVD. Note: If you cannot locate the "Super.ROM"...
  • Page 116 UEFI BIOS Recovery Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Recovery WARNING! System rmware is being updated. Keyboard is locked. DO NOT TURN THE POWER OFF!!! Once rmware update is completed press any key to reboot the system Flash update progress Select Screen Select Item...
  • Page 117 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual 9. After seeing the message that BIOS update is completed, unplug the AC power cable to clear CMOS, and then plug in the AC power cable to power on the system. 10. Press <Del> continuously to enter the BIOS Setup utility. 11.

  • Page 118: Appendix C System Specifications

    Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Processors Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 v2 series, Xeon E3-1200 series, Core i7/i5/i3, Pentium®, and Celeron® processor in an LGA 1155 socket H2. Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset Intel C216 BIOS...

  • Page 119: System Cooling

    uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Chassis SC732D4-500B Form Factor: mid tower Dimensions (as tower): (WxHxD) 7.6 x 16.7 x 20.68 in. (193 x 424 x 525.3 mm) Weight Gross 32.5 lbs (14.7 kg) Net (bare bone) 27 lbs (12.2 kg) System Cooling 1x 12cm (1850rpm) rear exhaust fan 1x 12cm (1850rpm) front cooling fan (optional)
  • Page 120 Appendix C: System Specifications Notes...
  • Page 121 uper orkstation 5037A-IL User's Manual Disclaimer (cont.) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life sup- port systems, medical equipment, nuclear facilities or systems, aircraft, aircraft devices, aircraft/emergency communication devices or other critical systems whose failure to per- form be reasonably expected to result in significant injury or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

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