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IEI Technology IMBA-C604EP User Manual

Ats server board for 32nm lga2011 intel xeon e5 series cpu, intel c206 chipset, ddr3, vga, dual intel pcie gbe, pcie gen 3.0, sas 3 gb/s, sata 6 gb/s, usb 3.0, hd audio and rohs
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IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board
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IMBA-C604EP
ATX Server Board for 32nm LGA2011 Intel® Xeon® E5 Series
CPU, Intel® C206 Chipset, DDR3, VGA, Dual Intel®
PCIe GbE, PCIe Gen 3.0, SAS 3Gb/s, SATA 6Gb/s,
USB 3.0, HD Audio and RoHS

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Rev. 1.01 – 24 April, 2014

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board MODEL: IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board for 32nm LGA2011 Intel® Xeon® E5 Series CPU, Intel® C206 Chipset, DDR3, VGA, Dual Intel® PCIe GbE, PCIe Gen 3.0, SAS 3Gb/s, SATA 6Gb/s, USB 3.0, HD Audio and RoHS User Manual Page i Rev.
  • Page 2 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Revision Date Version Changes 24 April, 2014 1.01 Modified LAN pinouts Updated Section 2.4: Optional Items 25 February, 2013 1.00 Initial release Page ii...
  • Page 3 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Copyright COPYRIGHT NOTICE The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PTIONAL TEMS 3 CONNECTORS ......................14 3.1 P ..............15 ERIPHERAL NTERFACE ONNECTORS 3.1.1 IMBA-C604EP Layout ..................15 3.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors ..............16 3.1.3 External Interface Panel Connectors............... 17 3.2 I ..............18 NTERNAL ERIPHERAL ONNECTORS 3.2.1 +12V Power Connector ................... 18 3.2.2 ATX Power Connector ..................
  • Page 5 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 3.2.12 PCIe x8 Slots....................28 3.2.13 PMBus Connector..................29 3.2.14 SAS 3Gb/s Drive Connectors ................. 30 3.2.15 SAS LED Connector..................31 3.2.16 SAS SMBus Connector................... 31 3.2.17 SATA 3Gb/s Drive Connectors............... 32 3.2.18 SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connectors............... 33 3.2.19 SMBus Connector ..................
  • Page 6 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 4.5.2 LAN Connection....................61 4.5.3 Serial Device Connection ................62 4.5.4 USB Connection (Dual Connector) ..............63 4.5.5 VGA Monitor Connection ................64 4.6 I USB 3.0 D ® 7 OS I ....65 NSTALLING RIVER DURING...
  • Page 7 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.5 S .................... 97 ERVER ANAGEMENT 5.5.1 Bmc Self Test Log ................... 100 5.5.2 System Event Log ................... 101 5.5.3 BMC Network Configuration................. 103 5.6 B ........................104 5.7 S ....................... 106 ECURITY 5.8 S & E ......................
  • Page 8 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.5.3 Restore Your Last Backup................166 B.5.4 Manual......................167 B.6 R LAN ........168 ESTORE YSTEMS FROM A INUX ERVER THROUGH B.6.1 Configure DHCP Server Settings ..............169 B.6.2 Configure TFTP Settings ................170 B.6.3 Configure One Key Recovery Server Settings ..........171 B.6.4 Start the DHCP, TFTP and HTTP ..............
  • Page 9 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board List of Figures Figure 1-1: IMBA-C604EP ......................2 Figure 1-2: Connectors ........................4 Figure 1-3: IMBA-C604EP Dimensions (mm) ................5 Figure 1-4: Data Flow Diagram......................6 Figure 3-1: Connectors and Jumpers..................15 Figure 3-2: +12V Power Connector Location................18 Figure 3-3: ATX Power Connector Pinout Location..............19 Figure 3-4: Battery Connector Locations...................20...
  • Page 10 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-27: Ethernet Connector....................40 Figure 3-28: Ethernet Connector....................41 Figure 3-29: RS-232 Serial Port Connector Pinouts..............43 Figure 3-30: VGA Connector .......................44 Figure 4-1: Disengage the CPU Socket Load Levers..............48 Figure 4-2: Remove the Protective Cover ..................49 Figure 4-3: Insert the Socket LGA2011 CPU................50 Figure 4-4: Close the Socket LGA2011 ..................50...
  • Page 11 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 6-9: Graphics Driver Installation Finish Screen ............116 Figure 6-10: Windows Control Panel ..................117 Figure 6-11: System Control Panel ..................117 Figure 6-12: Device Manager List .................... 118 Figure 6-13: Update Driver Software Window ................ 119 Figure 6-14: Locate Driver Files ....................
  • Page 12 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-8: Building the Recovery Partition................148 Figure B-9: Press Any Key to Continue .................. 148 Figure B-10: Press F3 to Boot into Recovery Mode............... 149 Figure B-11: Recovery Tool Menu ................... 149 Figure B-12: About Symantec Ghost Window ................ 150 Figure B-13: Symantec Ghost Path ..................
  • Page 13 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-43: Disable Automatically Restart................174 Page xiii...
  • Page 14 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board List of Tables Table 1-1: IMBA-C604EP Specifications..................9 Table 2-1: Packing List.........................13 Table 2-2: Optional Items......................13 Table 3-1: Peripheral Interface Connectors ................17 Table 3-2: Rear Panel Connectors ....................17 Table 3-3: +12V Power Connector Pinouts ................18 Table 3-4: ATX Power Connector Pinouts .................19 Table 3-5: Chassis Intrusion Connector Pinouts ..............21...
  • Page 15 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Table 3-28: USB 3.0 Port Pinouts....................42 Table 3-29: PS/2 Connector Pinouts...................42 Table 3-30: RS-232 Serial Port Connector Pinouts ..............43 Table 3-31: VGA Connector Pinouts...................43 Table 3-32: USB 2.0 Port Pinouts....................44 Table 4-1: Jumpers ........................54 Table 4-2: AT/ATX Power Mode Selection Jumper Settings ............55 Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings..................56...
  • Page 16 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board BIOS Menus BIOS Menu 1: Main ........................72 BIOS Menu 2: Advanced ......................73 BIOS Menu 3: ACPI Settings .......................74 BIOS Menu 4: RTC Wake Settings ....................75 BIOS Menu 5: Trusted Computing ....................76 BIOS Menu 6: CPU Configuration ....................77 BIOS Menu 7: SATA Configuration .....................79...

  • Page 17: Introduction

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Chapter Introduction Page 1...

  • Page 18: Introduction

    E5 Series processor (up to 8 cores) and supports eight 240-pin 1600/1333 MHz DDR3 DIMM modules. The IMBA-C604EP is designed to support PCIe Gen 3.0 specifications with up to 40 lanes at 8 GT/s I/O bandwidth. In addition, the IMBA-C604EP provides server management function through the IPMI 2.0 and iKVM support.

  • Page 19: Features

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 1.2 Features Some of the IMBA-C604EP server board features are listed below: ATX form factor LGA2011 CPU socket supporting Intel® Xeon® E5 Series processor (up to 8 cores) Intel® C604 chipset Quad-channel memory architecture (two DIMMs per channel) with...

  • Page 20: Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 1.3 Connectors The connectors on the IMBA-C604EP are shown in the figure below. Figure 1-2: Connectors Page 4...

  • Page 21: Dimensions

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 1.4 Dimensions The main dimensions of the IMBA-C604EP are shown in the diagram below. Figure 1-3: IMBA-C604EP Dimensions (mm) Page 5...

  • Page 22: Data Flow

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 1.5 Data Flow F igure 1-4 shows the data flow between the system chipset, the CPU and other components installed on the server board. Figure 1-4: Data Flow Diagram Page 6...

  • Page 23: Technical Specifications

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 1.6 Technical Specifications The IMBA-C604EP technical specifications are listed below. Specification/Model IMBA-C604EP Form Factor LGA2011 Intel® Xeon® E5-16xx, E5-26xx or E5-46xx Series CPU CPU Supported (up to eight cores) Chipset Intel® C604 Memory Eight 240-pin 1600/1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM ECC UDIMMs or non-ECC RDIMMs/LRDIMMs support (system max.
  • Page 24 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Specification/Model IMBA-C604EP One 4-pin CPU fan connector Fan Connectors Five 4-pin system fan connectors Front Panel One 24-pin header (power LED, HDD LED, LAN LED, speaker, power button, reset button) One 4-pin wafer connector Keyboard/Mouse Dual PS/2 port...

  • Page 25: Table 1-1: Imba-C604Ep Specifications

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Specification/Model IMBA-C604EP Physical Specifications Dimensions 244 mm x 305 mm Weight (GW/NW) 1200 g / 700 g Table 1-1: IMBA-C604EP Specifications Page 9...

  • Page 26: Packing List

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Chapter Packing List Page 10...

  • Page 27: Anti-Static Precautions

    Only handle the edges of the PCB: Don't touch the surface of the server board. Hold the server board by the edges when handling. 2.2 Unpacking Precautions When the IMBA-C604EP is unpacked, please do the following: Follow the antistatic guidelines above. Make sure the packing box is facing upwards when opening.

  • Page 28: Packing List

    If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing, do not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or vendor the IMBA-C604EP was purchased from or contact an IEI sales representative directly by sending an email to ales@ieiworld.com.

  • Page 29: Optional Items

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Quantity Item and Part Number Image Quick Installation Guide Table 2-1: Packing List 2.4 Optional Items The following are optional components which may be separately purchased: Item and Part Number Image Dual-port USB cable with bracket...

  • Page 30: Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Chapter Connectors Page 14...

  • Page 31: Peripheral Interface Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 3.1 Peripheral Interface Connectors This chapter details all the jumpers and connectors. 3.1.1 IMBA-C604EP Layout The figure below shows all the connectors and jumpers. Figure 3-1: Connectors and Jumpers Page 15...

  • Page 32: Peripheral Interface Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 3.1.2 Peripheral Interface Connectors The table below lists all the connectors on the board. Connector Type Label +12V power source connector 8-pin Molex CPU12V1 ATX power connector 24-pin ATX ATX1 Battery holder CR2032 battery holder BAT1...

  • Page 33: External Interface Panel Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Connector Type Label SAS SMBus connector 4-pin wafer SAS_SMBUS1 SATA3, SATA4, SATA 3Gb/s drive connector 7-pin SATA connector SATA5, SATA6 SATA 6Gb/s drive connector 7-pin SATA connector SATA1, SATA2 SMBus connector 4-pin wafer SMBUS_1 SPI ROM connector...

  • Page 34: Internal Peripheral Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 3.2 Internal Peripheral Connectors The section describes all of the connectors on the IMBA-C604EP. 3.2.1 +12V Power Connector CN Label: CPU12V1 8-pin Molex CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 3-2 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-3 The connector supports the +12V power supply.

  • Page 35: Figure 3-3: Atx Power Connector Pinout Location

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board CN Location: See Figure 3-3 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-4 The ATX power connector connects to an ATX power supply. Figure 3-3: ATX Power Connector Pinout Location Description Description +3.3V +3.3V +3.3V -12V -IO_PSON PWRGD_PS V_5P0_A...

  • Page 36: Battery Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 3.2.3 Battery Connector CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Only certified engineers should replace the on-board battery. Dispose of used batteries according to instructions and local regulations. CN Label: BAT1...

  • Page 37: Ddr3 Dimm Slots

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board The chassis intrusion connector connects to a chassis intrusion sensor or switch to detect the chassis intrusion event. Figure 3-5: Chassis Intrusion Connector Location Description CHASSIS_OPEN Table 3-5: Chassis Intrusion Connector Pinouts 3.2.5 DDR3 DIMM Slots...

  • Page 38: Digital I/O Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board NOTE: Installing the memory modules with the same memory size is highly recommended. Figure 3-6: DDR3 DIMM Slot Locations 3.2.6 Digital I/O Connector CN Label: DIO1 CN Type: 10-pin header CN Location: See Figure 3-7 See Table 3-6 CN Pinouts: The digital I/O connector provides programmable input and output for external devices.

  • Page 39: Fan Connector (Cpu)

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-7: Digital I/O Connector Location Description Description Output 3 Output 2 Output 1 Output 0 Input 3 Input 2 Input 1 Input 0 Table 3-6: Digital I/O Connector Pinouts 3.2.7 Fan Connector (CPU) CN Label:...

  • Page 40: Fan Connectors (System)

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-8: CPU Fan Connector Location Description +12V FANIO1 Table 3-7: CPU Fan Connector Pinouts 3.2.8 Fan Connectors (System) CN Label: SYS_FAN1, SYS_FAN2, SYS_FAN3, SYS_FAN4, SYS_FAN5 CN Type: 4-pin wafer CN Location: See Figure 3-9 See Table 3-8 CN Pinouts: Each fan connector attaches to a cooling fan.

  • Page 41: Front Panel Audio Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-9: System Fan Connector Locations Description +12V FANIO1 Table 3-8: System Fan Connector Pinouts 3.2.9 Front Panel Audio Connector CN Label: FP_AUDIO1 CN Type: 10-pin header See Figure 3-10 CN Location: CN Pinouts: See Table 3-9 This connector connects to speakers, a microphone and an audio input.

  • Page 42: Front Panel Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-10: Front Panel Audio Connector Location Description Description LMIC2_L AUD GND LMIC2_R PRESENCE# LLINE2-R MIC2-JD F_SENSE LLINE2-L LINE2-JD Table 3-9: Front Panel Audio Connector Pinouts 3.2.10 Front Panel Connector CN Label: SSI_F_PANEL1 24-pin header CN Type:...

  • Page 43: I2C Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-11: Front Panel Connector Location Function Description Function Description Power LED +3.3V_DSW +3.3V_DSW V_5P0_A PWRLED# ID_LED#_FP HDD LED +3.3V GR_LED_FP# HDD_LED# AM_LED_FP# Power Button PWRBTN_SW#_C LAN1 LED +3.3LAN1 LAN1_LED# SMB_FRU_T_3 Reset EXTRST- VSB_DATA SMB_FRU_T_3 VSB_CLK...

  • Page 44: Pcie X8 Slots

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board The I2C connector is for system debug. Figure 3-12: I2C Connector Location Description +5V_DUAL I2C_DATA_GPIO I2C_CLK_GPIO Table 3-11: I2C Connector Pinouts 3.2.12 PCIe x8 Slots CN Label: PCIEX8_SLOT1, PCIEX8_SLOT2, PCIEX8_SLOT3, PCIEX8_SLOT4 CN Type: PCIe x8 slot...

  • Page 45: Pmbus Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-13: PCIe x8 Slot Locations 3.2.13 PMBus Connector CN Label: PMBUS1 CN Type: 5-pin box header See Figure 3-14 CN Location: CN Pinouts: See Table 3-12 The PMBus (Power Management Bus) connector provides slow-speed power management communications.

  • Page 46: Sas 3Gb/S Drive Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Description PMBUS_ALERT# +3.3V Table 3-12: PMBus Connector Pinouts 3.2.14 SAS 3Gb/s Drive Connectors CN Label: SAS1, SAS2, SAS3, SAS4 CN Type: 7-pin SAS connector CN Location: See Figure 3-18 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-16 The SAS drive connectors can be connected to SAS drives and support up to 3Gb/s data transfer rate.

  • Page 47: Sas Led Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 3.2.15 SAS LED Connector CN Label: SAS_LED1 4-pin wafer CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 3-16 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-14 The SAS LED connector allows the SAS LED to be connected to the system. Figure 3-16: SAS LED Connector Location...

  • Page 48: Sata 3Gb/S Drive Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board CN Location: See Figure 3-17 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-15 The SAS SMBus (System Management Bus) connector provides low-speed system management communications for SAS. Figure 3-17: SAS SMBus Connector Location Description +3.3V L SMB_SASCLK0 SMB_SASDATA0 Table 3-15: SAS SMBus Connector Pinouts 3.2.17 SATA 3Gb/s Drive Connectors...

  • Page 49: Sata 6Gb/S Drive Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-18: SATA 3Gb/s Drive Connector Locations Description Description Table 3-16: SATA 3Gb/s Drive Connector Pinouts 3.2.18 SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connectors CN Label: SATA1, SATA2 CN Type: 7-pin SATA connector See Figure 3-19 CN Location: CN Pinouts:...

  • Page 50: Smbus Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-19: SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connector Locations Description Description Table 3-17: SATA 6Gb/s Drive Connector Pinouts 3.2.19 SMBus Connector CN Label: SMBUS_1 CN Type: 4-pin wafer See Figure 3-20 CN Location: CN Pinouts: See Table 3-18 The SMBus (System Management Bus) connector provides low-speed system management communications.

  • Page 51: Spi Rom Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-20: SMBus Connector Location Description +5V_DUAL SMBCLK SMBDATA Table 3-18: SMBus Connector Pinouts 3.2.20 SPI ROM Connector CN Label: JSPI1 6-pin wafer CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 3-21 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-19 The SPI connector is used to flash the BIOS.

  • Page 52: Tpm Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 3-21: SPI ROM Connector Location Description Description SPI_VCC SPI_CS# SPI_SO SPI_CLK SPI_SI Table 3-19: SPI ROM Connector Pinouts 3.2.21 TPM Connector CN Label: TPM1 CN Type: 20-pin header CN Location: See Figure 3-22 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-20 The TPM connector connects to a TPM module.

  • Page 53: Usb 2.0 Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Description Description LCLK GND2 LERAME# LRESRT# LAD3 LAD2 LAD1 LAD0 GND3 SB3V SERIRQ GND1 GLKRUN# LPCPD# LDRQ# Table 3-20: TPM Connector Pinouts 3.2.22 USB 2.0 Connectors CN Label: USB1, USB2, USB3 CN Type: 10-pin header CN Location:...

  • Page 54: Usb 2.0 Connector (Type A)

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Description Description DATA- DATA- DATA+ DATA+ Table 3-21: USB 2.0 Connector Pinouts 3.2.23 USB 2.0 Connector (Type A) CN Label: USB4 4-pin Type A CN Type: CN Location: See Figure 3-24 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-22 The USB connector can be connected to a USB 2.0/1.1 device.

  • Page 55: External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 3.3 External Peripheral Interface Connector Panel The figure below shows the external peripheral interface connector (EPIC) panel. The EPIC panel consists of the following: Figure 3-25: External Peripheral Interface Connector 3.3.1 Audio Connector CN Label: AUDIO_CV1...

  • Page 56: Ethernet And Usb 2.0 Connectors

    10 Mb/s blinking: data is being sent/received green: 100 Mb/s orange: 1000 Mb/s Table 3-24: Connector LEDs The IMBA-C604EP has four USB 2.0 ports. Each USB 2.0 port can be connected to a USB 2.0/1.1 device. Page 40...

  • Page 57: Ethernet And Usb 3.0 Connectors

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Description Description DATA- DATA+ Table 3-25: USB 2.0 Port Pinouts 3.3.3 Ethernet and USB 3.0 Connectors CN Label: LAN1_USB3_1 CN Type: RJ-45 and USB 3.0 ports CN Location: See Figure 3-25 CN Pinouts: See Table 3-26 and Table 3-28 The LAN connector connects to a local network.

  • Page 58: Keyboard And Mouse Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board The IMBA-C604EP has two external USB 3.0 ports. Each USB 3.0 port can be connected to a USB device. Description Description VBUS STDA_SSRX_N STDA_SSRX_P GND_DRAIN STDA_SSTX_N STDA_SSTX_P Table 3-28: USB 3.0 Port Pinouts NOTE: If installing the Windows® 7 OS by using the USB 3.0 ports, loading the USB 3.0 driver during OS installation is necessary.

  • Page 59: Serial Port And Vga Connector

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 3.3.5 Serial Port and VGA Connector CN Label: VGACOM1 CN Type: DB-9 male and DB-15 female CN Location: See Figure 3-25 See Table 3-30, Figure 3-29, Table 3-31 and Figure 3-30 CN Pinouts: The serial port connects to a RS-232 serial communications device.

  • Page 60: Usb 2.0 Connector

    USB 2.0 port See Figure 3-25 CN Location: CN Pinouts: See Table 3-32 The IMBA-C604EP has four external USB 2.0 ports. Each USB 2.0 port can be connected to a USB 2.0/1.1 device. Description DATA- DATA+ Table 3-32: USB 2.0 Port Pinouts...

  • Page 61: Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Chapter Installation Page 45...

  • Page 62: Anti-Static Precautions

    Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components, including the IMBA-C604EP. Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD. It is therefore critical that whenever the IMBA-C604EP or any other electrical component is handled, the following anti-static precautions are strictly adhered to.
  • Page 63 This helps to prevent potential ESD damage. Turn all power to the IMBA-C604EP off: When working with the IMBA-C604EP, make sure that it is disconnected from all power supplies and that no electricity is being fed into the system.

  • Page 64: Socket Lga2011 Cpu Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 4.2.1 Socket LGA2011 CPU Installation WARNING: CPUs are expensive and sensitive components. When installing the CPU, please be careful not to damage it in anyway. Make sure the CPU is installed properly and ensure the correct cooling kit is properly installed.

  • Page 65: Figure 4-2: Remove The Protective Cover

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board protective cover can be removed by pulling up on the tab labeled "REMOVE". See Figure 4-2. Figure 4-2: Remove the Protective Cover Step 3: Inspect the CPU socket. Make sure there are no bent pins and make sure the socket contacts are free of foreign material.

  • Page 66: Figure 4-3: Insert The Socket Lga2011 Cpu

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 4-3: Insert the Socket LGA2011 CPU Step 7: Close the CPU socket. Close the load plate and secure the load levers in the order as shown in Figure 4-4. Engage the load lever by pushing it back to its original position.

  • Page 67: Socket Lga2011 Cooling Kit Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 8: Connect the 12 V power to the board. Connect the 12 V power from the power supply to the board. Step 0: 4.2.2 Socket LGA2011 Cooling Kit Installation WARNING: DO NOT attempt to install a push-pin cooling fan.

  • Page 68: Dimm Installation

    Secure the cooling kit by fastening the four retention screws of the cooling kit. Step 5: Connect the fan cable. Connect the cooling kit fan cable to the fan connector on the IMBA-C604EP. Carefully route the cable and avoid heat generating chips and fan blades.Step 0: 4.2.3 DIMM Installation...

  • Page 69: Figure 4-6: Dimm Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board NOTE: Installing the memory modules with the same memory size is highly recommended. To install a DIMM, please follow the steps below and refer to Figure 4-6. Figure 4-6: DIMM Installation Step 1: Open the DIMM socket handles. Open the two handles outwards as far as they can.

  • Page 70: Jumper Settings

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 4.3 Jumper Settings NOTE: A jumper is a metal bridge used to close an electrical circuit. It consists of two or three metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect them.

  • Page 71: At/Atx Power Mode Selection Jumper

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 4.3.1 AT/ATX Power Mode Selection Jumper Jumper Label: JATX_AT1 2-pin header Jumper Type: Jumper Settings: See Table 4-2 Jumper Location: See Figure 4-7 The AT/ATX power mode selection jumper specifies the systems power mode as AT or ATX.

  • Page 72: Usb Power Selection Jumpers

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Setting Description Open Normal operation (Default) Closed Clear CMOS setup Table 4-3: Clear CMOS Jumper Settings Figure 4-8: Clear CMOS Jumper Location 4.3.3 USB Power Selection Jumpers Jumper Label: USB_PWR1, USB_PWR2, USB_PWR3, USB_PWR4, USB_PWR5, USB_PWR6 Jumper Type:...

  • Page 73: Internal Peripheral Device Connections

    This section outlines the installation of peripheral devices to the onboard connectors. 4.4.1 SATA Drive Connection The IMBA-C604EP is shipped with four SATA drive cables. To connect the SATA drives to the connectors, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Locate the connectors.

  • Page 74: Figure 4-10: Sata Drive Cable Connection

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 4-10: SATA Drive Cable Connection Step 3: Connect the cable to the SATA disk. Connect the connector on the other end of the cable to the connector at the back of the SATA drive. See Figure 4-11.

  • Page 75: Dual-Port Usb Cable With Slot Bracket (Optional)

    If the USB pins are not properly aligned, the USB device can burn out. Step 2: Align the connectors. The cable has two connectors. Correctly align pin 1on each cable connector with pin 1 on the IMBA-C604EP USB connector. Page 59...

  • Page 76: External Peripheral Interface Connection

    This section describes connecting devices to the external connectors on the IMBA-C604EP. 4.5.1 Audio Connector The audio jacks on the external audio connector enable the IMBA-C604EP to be connected to a stereo sound setup. To install the audio devices, follow the steps below. Page 60...

  • Page 77: Lan Connection

    Locate the RJ-45 connectors. The locations of the USB connectors are shown in Chapter 3. Step 2: Align the connectors. Align the RJ-45 connector on the LAN cable with one of the RJ-45 connectors on the IMBA-C604EP. See Figure 4-14. Page 61...

  • Page 78: Serial Device Connection

    RJ-45 connector into the on-board RJ-45 connector. Step 0: 4.5.3 Serial Device Connection The IMBA-C604EP has one male DB-9 connector on the external peripheral interface panel for serial device connection. Follow the steps below to connect a serial device to the IMBA-C604EP.

  • Page 79: Usb Connection (Dual Connector)

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 4-15: Serial Device Connection Step 3: Secure the connector. Secure the serial device connector to the external interface by tightening the two retention screws on either side of the connector. Step 0: 4.5.4 USB Connection (Dual Connector) The external USB Series "A"...

  • Page 80: Vga Monitor Connection

    Figure 4-16: USB Connection 4.5.5 VGA Monitor Connection The IMBA-C604EP has one female DB-15 connector on the external peripheral interface panel. The DB-15 connector is connected to a CRT or VGA monitor. To connect a monitor to the IMBA-C604EP, please follow the instructions below.

  • Page 81: Installing Usb 3.0 Driver During Windows® 7 Os Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 4-17: VGA Connector Step 4: Secure the connector. Secure the DB-15 VGA connector from the VGA monitor to the external interface by tightening the two retention screws on either side of the connector. 4.6 Installing USB 3.0 Driver during Windows® 7 OS Installation If installing the Windows®...

  • Page 82: Figure 4-18: Install Now

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 4-18: Install Now Figure 4-19: Load Driver Step 3: Locate the USB 3.0 driver folder, select Driver, and then click OK (Figure 4-20). Page 66...

  • Page 83: Figure 4-20: Browse For Folder

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 4-20: Browse for Folder Step 4: Make sure the ASMedia XHCI Controller driver is selected, and then click Next. Figure 4-21: Select the ASMedia XHCI Controller Driver Step 5: Click OK to continue (Figure 4-22).

  • Page 84: Figure 4-22: Confirm The Driver File

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 4-22: Confirm the Driver File Step 6: Make sure the Driver subfolder inside the USB 3.0 driver folder is selected, and then click OK (Figure 4-20). Step 7: Select the USB Root Hub driver and click Next.

  • Page 85: Bios

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Chapter BIOS Page 69...

  • Page 86: Introduction

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.1 Introduction The BIOS is programmed onto the BIOS chip. The BIOS setup program allows changes to certain system settings. This chapter outlines the options that can be changed. NOTE: Some of the BIOS options may vary throughout the life cycle of the product and are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 87: Getting Help

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Function Decrease the numeric value or make changes Page Up key Move to the next page Page Dn key Move to the previous page Esc key Main Menu – Quit and not save changes into CMOS...

  • Page 88: Main

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Save & Exit – Selects exit options and loads default settings The following sections completely describe the configuration options found in the menu items at the top of the BIOS screen and listed above. 5.2 Main The Main BIOS menu (BIOS Menu 1) appears when the BIOS Setup program is entered.

  • Page 89: Advanced

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board System Time [xx:xx:xx] Use the System Time option to set the system time. Manually enter the hours, minutes and seconds. 5.3 Advanced Use the Advanced menu (BIOS Menu 2) to configure the CPU and peripheral devices...

  • Page 90: Bios Menu 3: Acpi Settings

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced ACPI Settings Select the highest ACPI sleep state the system ACPI Sleep State [S1 (CPU Stop Clock)] will enter when the SUSPEND button is pressed.

  • Page 91: Rtc Wake Settings

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.3.2 RTC Wake Settings The RTC Wake Settings menu (BIOS Menu 4) configures RTC wake event. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Wake system with Fixed Time [Disabled] Enable or disable System wake on alarm event.

  • Page 92: Trusted Computing

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.3.3 Trusted Computing Use the Trusted Computing menu (BIOS Menu 5) to configure settings related to the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) Trusted Platform Module (TPM). Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced...

  • Page 93: Cpu Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.3.4 CPU Configuration Use the CPU Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 6) to view detailed CPU specifications or enable the Intel Virtualization Technology. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced CPU Configuration Enabled for Windows XP and Linux (OS optimized Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E5-2648L 0 @ 1.80GHz...
  • Page 94 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Intel VT-x Technology: Indicates if Intel VT-x Technology is supported by the CPU. L1 Data Cache: Lists the amount of data storage space on the L1 cache. L1 Code Cache: Lists the amount of code storage space on the L1 cache.

  • Page 95: Sata Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.3.5 SATA Configuration Use the SATA Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 7) to change and/or set the configuration of the SATA devices installed in the system. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced SATA Configuration (1) IDE Mode.

  • Page 96: Sas Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.3.6 SAS Configuration Use the SAS Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 8) to display the information of the SATA devices installed in the system. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced SAS Configuration...

  • Page 97: Bios Menu 9: Usb Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced USB Configuration Enables Legacy USB support. AUTO option USB Devices: disables legacy support 4 Drives, 1 Keyboard, 1 Mouse, 1 Point if no USB devices are connected.

  • Page 98: F81866 Super Io Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board AMI Virtual CDROM0 1.00/AMI Virtual Floppy0 1.00/AMI Virtual HDISK0 1.00/AMI Virtual HDISK1 1.00 [Auto] This option allows selection of the mass storage device emulation type. Selecting Auto will emulate devices according to their media format. Drives with no media will be emulated according to their drive type.

  • Page 99: Serial Port 1 Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.3.8.1 Serial Port 1 Configuration Use the Serial Port 1 Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 11) to configure the serial port 1. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Serial Port n Configuration...

  • Page 100: F81866 H/W Monitor

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board IO=2C0h; Serial Port I/O port address is 2C0h and the interrupt IRQ=3, 4 address is IRQ3, 4 Serial Port I/O port address is 2C8h and the interrupt IO=2C8h; address is IRQ3, 4 IRQ=3, 4 5.3.9 F81866 H/W Monitor The F81866 H/W Monitor menu (BIOS Menu 12) contains the fan configuration submenus and displays operating temperature, fan speeds and system voltages.

  • Page 101: Smart Fan Mode Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board System Fan Speed Voltages: +CPU_CORE +3.3V PVSA_CPU PVDDR_AB VSB5V +V3.3S VSB3V VBAT 5.3.9.1 Smart Fan Mode Configuration Use the Smart Fan Mode Configuration submenu (BIOS Menu 13) to configure fan speed settings. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.

  • Page 102: Serial Port Console Redirection

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Manual Duty The fan spins at the speed set in Manual Duty Mode Mode settings The fan adjusts its speed using Auto by Auto Duty-Cycle EFAULT Duty-Cycle settings Mode CPU Temperature n/System Temperature n Use the + or – key to change the CPU Temperature n/System Temperature n value.
  • Page 103 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Terminal Type [ANSI] Use the Terminal Type option to specify the remote terminal type. The target terminal type is VT100 VT100 VT100+ The target terminal type is VT100+ VT-UTF8 The target terminal type is VT-UTF8 ANSI...
  • Page 104 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Even The parity bit is 0 if the number of ones in the data bits is even. The parity bit is 0 if the number of ones in the data bits is odd. Mark The parity bit is always 1. This option does not provide error detection.

  • Page 105: Iei Feature

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.3.11 iEi Feature Use the iEi Feature menu (BIOS Menu 15) to configure One Key Recovery function. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced iEi Feature Auto Recovery Function Reboot and recover...

  • Page 106: Main Configuration Page

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.3.12 Main Configuration Page The Main Configuration Page menus (BIOS Menu 16) configure the LAN ports and display the configuration information. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced PORT CONFIGURATION MENU Click to configure the >...

  • Page 107: Nic Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.3.12.1 NIC Configuration Use the NIC Configuration submenu (BIOS Menu 17) to configure LAN port settings. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Link Speed [AutoNeg] Change link speed and Wake on LAN [Enabled] duplex for current port.

  • Page 108: Chipset

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.4 Chipset Use the Chipset menu (BIOS Menu 18) to access the chipset configuration menus. WARNING! Setting the wrong values for the Chipset BIOS selections in the Chipset BIOS menu may cause the system to malfunction.

  • Page 109: North Bridge

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.4.1 North Bridge Use the North Bridge menu (BIOS Menu 19) to configure the PCI Express slots and view the memory information. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Chipset Intel(R) VT-d [Disabled]...

  • Page 110: Nb Pcie Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.4.1.1 NB PCIe Configuration Use the NB PCIe Configuration (BIOS Menu 20) menu to set the link speed for the PCI Express slots. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Chipset NB PCIe Configuration...

  • Page 111: Memory Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.4.1.2 Memory Configuration Use the Memory Configuration submenu (BIOS Menu 21) to view memory information. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Chipset Memory Information Total Memory 4096 MB (DDR3) DIMMA1 4096 MB Independent...
  • Page 112 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Restore on AC Power Loss [Last State] Use the Restore on AC Power Loss BIOS option to specify what state the system returns to if there is a sudden loss of power to the system. Power Off...

  • Page 113: Server Management

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.5 Server Management Use the Server Management menu (BIOS Menu 23) to display the server management status and change the settings. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Server Mgmt...
  • Page 114 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board FRB-2 Timer [Enabled] Use the FRB-2 Timer option to enable or disable the FRB-2 timer (POST timer). The FRB-2 timer is started during POST. Enabled EFAULT Disabled Disables the FRB-2 timer. NOTE: The following two items will be available to configure when the FRB-2 Timer is enabled.
  • Page 115 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Enabled A BIOS timer which can only be shut down by the Intel Management Software after the OS loads is started. This helps determining that the OS is successfully loaded or follows the OS Boot Watchdog Timer policy.

  • Page 116: Bmc Self Test Log

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.5.1 Bmc Self Test Log Use the Bmc Self Test Log menu (BIOS Menu 24) to configure the BMC self-test log options. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Server Mgmt Log area usage = 01 out of 20 logs...

  • Page 117: System Event Log

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.5.2 System Event Log Use the System Event Log menu (BIOS Menu 25) to configure the System Event Log (SEL) options. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Server Mgmt Enabling/Disabling Options Change this to enable or...
  • Page 118 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Erase SEL [No] Use the Erase SEL option to determine whether to erase SEL or not. The following options are available: Default Yes, On next reset Yes, On every reset When SEL is full [Do Nothing] Use the When SEL is Full option to determine the action to be taken when SEL is full.

  • Page 119: Bmc Network Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.5.3 BMC Network Configuration Use the BMC Network Configuration menu (BIOS Menu 26) to configure the BMC network parameters. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc. Server Mgmt BMC network configuration Select to configure LAN...

  • Page 120: Boot

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Dynamic-Obtained Obtains BMC network parameters by BMC by BMC dynamically. Loads BMC network parameters by BIOS. Dynamic-Loaded by BIOS Dynamic-BMC BMC runs on other protocol. running Other Protocol 5.6 Boot Use the Boot menu (BIOS Menu 27) to configure system boot options.
  • Page 121 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Allows the Number Lock on the keyboard to be EFAULT enabled automatically when the computer system boots up. This allows the immediate use of the 10-key numeric keypad located on the right side of the keyboard. To confirm this, the Number Lock LED light on the keyboard is lit.

  • Page 122: Security

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board UEFI Boot [Disabled] Use the UEFI Boot option to enable or disable to boot from the UEFI devices. Boot from UEFI devices is enabled. Enabled Disabled Boot from UEFI devices is disabled. EFAULT 5.7 Security Use the Security menu (BIOS Menu 28) to set system and user passwords.

  • Page 123: Save & Exit

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 5.8 Save & Exit Use the Save & Exit menu (BIOS Menu 29) to load default BIOS values, optimal failsafe values and to save configuration changes. Aptio Setup Utility – Copyright (C) 2011 American Megatrends, Inc.
  • Page 124 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Save as User Defaults Use the Save as User Defaults option to save the changes done so far as user defaults. Restore User Defaults Use the Restore User Defaults option to restore the user defaults to all the setup options.

  • Page 125: Software Drivers

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Chapter Software Drivers Page 109...

  • Page 126: Available Software Drivers

    Installation instructions are given below. 6.2 Software Installation All the drivers for the IMBA-C604EP are on the CD that came with the system. To install the drivers, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Insert the CD into a CD drive connected to the system.

  • Page 127: Chipset Driver Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 4: A new screen with a list of available drivers appears. Step 5: Install all of the necessary drivers in the menu. S t e p 0 : 6.3 Chipset Driver Installation To install the chipset driver, please do the following.

  • Page 128: Figure 6-2: Chipset Driver License Agreement

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 8: Click Yes to continue. Figure 6-2: Chipset Driver License Agreement Step 9: The Read Me file in Figure 6-3 appears. Step 10: Click Next to continue. Page 112...

  • Page 129: Figure 6-3: Chipset Driver Read Me File

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 6-3: Chipset Driver Read Me File Step 11: Setup Operations are performed as shown in Figure 6-4. Step 12: Once the Setup Operations are complete, click Next to continue. Figure 6-4: Chipset Driver Setup Operations...

  • Page 130: Graphics Driver Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 13: The Finish screen in Figure 6-5 appears. Step 14: Select “Yes, I want to restart this computer now” and click Finish.Step 0: Figure 6-5: Chipset Driver Installation Finish Screen 6.4 Graphics Driver Installation To install the graphics driver, please do the following.

  • Page 131: Figure 6-6: Graphics Driver Welcome Screen

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 6-6: Graphics Driver Welcome Screen Step 6: The Ready to Install the Program screen in Figure 6-7 appears. Step 7: Click Install to start the installation. Figure 6-7: Ready to Install the Program Page 115...

  • Page 132: Figure 6-8: Graphics Driver Installation Status

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 8: The installation status is shown in Figure 6-8. Figure 6-8: Graphics Driver Installation Status Step 9: Once the installation is complete, the screen in Figure 6-9 appears. Click Finish to exit the installation wizard.Step 0:...

  • Page 133: Lan Driver Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 6.5 LAN Driver Installation Step 1: Right-click the Computer button from the start menu and select Properties. (Figure 6-10). Figure 6-10: Windows Control Panel Step 2: The system control panel window in Figure 6-11 appears. Step 3: Click the Device Manager link (Figure 6-11).

  • Page 134: Figure 6-12: Device Manager List

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 4: A list of system hardware devices appears (Figure 6-12). Step 5: Right-click the Ethernet Controller that has question marks next to it (this means Windows does not recognize the device). Step 6: Select Update Driver Software.

  • Page 135: Figure 6-13: Update Driver Software Window

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 7: The Update Driver Software Window appears (Figure 6-13). Figure 6-13: Update Driver Software Window Step 8: Select “Browse my computer for driver software” and click N to continue. Step 9: Click Browse to select “X:\3-LAN” directory in the Locate File window, where “X:\”...

  • Page 136: Figure 6-15: Lan Driver Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 11: Driver Installation is performed as shown in Figure 6-15. Figure 6-15: LAN Driver Installation Step 12: The Finish screen in Figure 6-16 appears. Click Close to exit. Step 0: Figure 6-16: LAN Driver Installation Complete...

  • Page 137: Audio Driver Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 6.6 Audio Driver Installation To install the audio driver, please do the following. Step 1: Access the driver list. (See Section 6.2) Step 2: Click “4-Audio” and select the folder which corresponds to the operating system.

  • Page 138: Figure 6-18: Audio Driver Software Configuration

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 6-18: Audio Driver Software Configuration Step 8: After the driver installation process is complete, a confirmation screen appears (Figure 6-19). Figure 6-19: Restart the Computer Page 122...

  • Page 139: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 9: The confirmation screen offers the option of restarting the computer now or later. For the settings to take effect, the computer must be restarted. Click Finish to restart the computer. Step 0: 6.7 Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Driver Installation To install the Intel®...

  • Page 140: Figure 6-21: Sata Raid Driver Warning

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 6-21: SATA RAID Driver Warning Step 8: The license agreement in Figure 6-22 appears. Step 9: Read the License Agreement. Step 10: Click Yes to continue. Figure 6-22: SATA RAID Driver License Agreement Page 124...

  • Page 141: Figure 6-23: Sata Raid Driver Read Me File

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 11: The Read Me file in Figure 6-23 appears. Step 12: Click Next to continue. Figure 6-23: SATA RAID Driver Read Me File Step 13: Once the Setup Operations are complete, click Next to continue (Figure 6-24).

  • Page 142: Usb 3.0 Driver Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 14: The Finish screen in Figure 6-25 appears. Step 15: Select “Yes, I want to restart this computer now” and click Finish.Step 0: Figure 6-25: SATA RAID Driver Installation Finish Screen 6.8 USB 3.0 Driver Installation WARNING: Do not run this driver’s installer (Setup.exe) from a USB storage device...

  • Page 143: Figure 6-26: Usb 3.0 Driver Welcome Screen

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 4: The Welcome Screen in Figure 6-26 appears. Step 5: Click Next to continue. Figure 6-26: USB 3.0 Driver Welcome Screen Step 6: The license agreement in Figure 6-27 appears. Step 7: Read the License Agreement.

  • Page 144: Figure 6-27: Usb 3.0 Driver License Agreement

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 6-27: USB 3.0 Driver License Agreement Step 9: The installation progress can be monitored in the progress bar shown in Figure 6-28. Figure 6-28: USB 3.0 Driver Setup Operations Step 10: When the driver installation is complete, the screen in Figure 6-29 appears.

  • Page 145: Ismm Installation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 11: Click Finish to exit.Step 0: Figure 6-29: USB 3.0 Driver Installation Finish Screen 6.9 iSMM Installation To install the iSMM application, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Access the driver list. (See Section 6.2) Step 2: Click “7-iSMM”.

  • Page 146: Figure 6-30: Ismm Installation Welcome Screen

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure 6-30: iSMM Installation Welcome Screen Step 6: The license agreement in Figure 6-31 appears. Step 7: Read the License Agreement. Step 8: Check I accept the terms in the license agreement, and then click Next to continue.

  • Page 147: Figure 6-32: Customer Information

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 9: The Customer Information screen in Figure 6-32 appears. Fill out the information and click Next to continue. Figure 6-32: Customer Information Step 10: The Setup Type screen in Figure 6-33 appears. Select the setup type that best suits your needs, and then click Next to continue.

  • Page 148: Figure 6-34: Ready To Install The Program

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 11: The Ready to Install the Program screen in Figure 6-34 appears. Click Install to start installation. Figure 6-34: Ready to Install the Program Step 12: The installation progress can be monitored in the progress bar shown in Figure 6-35.

  • Page 149: Figure 6-36: Ismm Installation Finish Screen

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 13: When the installation is complete, the screen in Figure 6-36 appears. Click Finish to exit.Step 0: Figure 6-36: iSMM Installation Finish Screen Page 133...

  • Page 150: Abios Options

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Appendix BIOS Options Page 134...
  • Page 151 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Below is a list of BIOS configuration options in the BIOS chapter. 　 System Date [xx/xx/xx] ......................72 　 System Time [xx:xx:xx] .......................73 　 ACPI Sleep State [S1 (CPU Stop Clock)] ................74 　 Wake System with Fixed Time [Disabled] .................75 　...
  • Page 152 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 　 BMC Support [Enabled].......................97 　 Wait For BMC [Disabled] .....................97 　 FRB-2 Timer [Enabled] ......................98 　 FRB-2 Timer timeout [6 minutes] ..................98 　 FRB-2 Timer Policy [Reset]....................98 　 OS Watchdog Timer [Disabled] ..................98 　 OS Wtd Timer Timeout [10 minutes]..................99 　...

  • Page 153: B One Key Recovery

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Appendix One Key Recovery Page 137...

  • Page 154: One Key Recovery Introduction

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.1 One Key Recovery Introduction The IEI one key recovery is an easy-to-use front end for the Norton Ghost system backup and recovery tool. This tool provides quick and easy shortcuts for creating a backup and reverting to that backup or reverting to the factory default settings.

  • Page 155: System Requirement

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board After completing the five initial setup procedures as described above, users can access the recovery tool by pressing <F3> while booting up the system. The detailed information of each function is described in Section B.5. NOTE: The initial setup procedures for Linux system are described in Section B.3.

  • Page 156: Supported Operating System

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board partitions. Please take the following table as a reference when calculating the size of the partition. OS Image after Ghost Compression Ratio Windows® 7 7 GB 5 GB Windows® XPE 776 MB 560 MB Windows® CE 6.0...

  • Page 157: Setup Procedure For Windows

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Linux Fedora Core 12 (Constantine) Fedora Core 11 (Leonidas) Fedora Core 10 (Cambridge) Fedora Core 8 (Werewolf) Fedora Core 7 (Moonshine) RedHat RHEL-5.4 RedHat 9 (Ghirke) Ubuntu 8.10 (Intrepid) Ubuntu 7.10 (Gutsy) Ubuntu 6.10 (Edgy) Debian 5.0 (Lenny) Debian 4.0 (Etch)

  • Page 158: Hardware And Bios Setup

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board The detailed descriptions are described in the following sections. NOTE: The setup procedures described below are for Microsoft Windows operating system users. For Linux, most of the setup procedures are the same except for several steps described in Section B.3.

  • Page 159: Figure B-2: Launching The Recovery Tool

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 2: Boot the system from recovery CD. When prompted, press any key to boot from the recovery CD. It will take a while to launch the recovery tool. Please be patient! Figure B-2: Launching the Recovery Tool Step 3: The recovery tool setup menu is shown as below.

  • Page 160: Figure B-4: Command Prompt

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-4: Command Prompt Step 5: The command prompt window appears. Type the following commands (marked in red) to create two partitions. One is for the OS installation; the other is for saving recovery files and images which will be an invisible partition.

  • Page 161: Figure B-5: Partition Creation Commands

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-5: Partition Creation Commands Page 145...

  • Page 162: Install Operating System, Drivers And Applications

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board NOTE: Use the following commands to check if the partitions were created successfully. Step 6: Press any key to exit the recovery tool and automatically reboot the system. Please continue to the following procedure: Build the Recovery Partition.S t e p 0 :...

  • Page 163: Build-Up Recovery Partition

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.2.4 Build-up Recovery Partition Step 1: Put the recover CD in the optical drive. Step 2: Start the system. Step 3: Boot the system from the recovery CD. When prompted, press any key to boot from the recovery CD. It will take a while to launch the recovery tool. Please...

  • Page 164: Figure B-8: Building The Recovery Partition

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 5: The Symantec Ghost window appears and starts configuring the system to build a recovery partition. In this process the partition created for recovery files in Section B .2.2 is hidden and the recovery tool is saved in this partition.

  • Page 165: Create Factory Default Image

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.2.5 Create Factory Default Image NOTE: Before creating the factory default image, please configure the system to a factory default environment, including driver and application installations. To create a factory default image, please follow the steps below.

  • Page 166: Figure B-12: About Symantec Ghost Window

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-12: About Symantec Ghost Window Step 4: Use mouse to navigate to the option shown below ( F igure B-13). Figure B-13: Symantec Ghost Path Step 5: Select the local source drive (Drive 1) as shown in F igure B-14.

  • Page 167: Figure B-14: Select A Local Source Drive

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-14: Select a Local Source Drive Step 6: Select a source partition (Part 1) from basic drive as shown in F igure B-15. Then click OK. Figure B-15: Select a Source Partition from Basic Drive Step 7: Select 1.2: [Recovery] NTFS drive and enter a file name called...

  • Page 168: Figure B-16: File Name To Copy Image To

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-16: File Name to Copy Image to Step 8: When the Compress Image screen in F igure B-17 prompts, click High to make the image file smaller. Figure B-17: Compress Image Page 152...

  • Page 169: Figure B-18: Image Creation Confirmation

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 9: The Proceed with partition image creation window appears, click Yes to continue. Figure B-18: Image Creation Confirmation Step 10: The Symantec Ghost starts to create the factory default image ( F igure B-19). Figure B-19: Image Creation Complete...

  • Page 170: Auto Recovery Setup Procedure

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 12: The recovery tool main menu window is shown as below. Press any key to reboot the system. S t e p 0 : Figure B-21: Press Any Key to Continue B.3 Auto Recovery Setup Procedure...

  • Page 171: Figure B-22: Auto Recovery Utility

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 1: Follow the steps described in Section B.2.1 ~ Section B.2.3 to setup BIOS, create partitions and install operating system. Step 2: Install the auto recovery utility into the system by double clicking the Utility/AUTORECOVERY-SETUP.exe in the One Key Recovery CD. This utility MUST be installed in the system, otherwise, the system will automatically restore from the factory default image every ten (10) minutes.

  • Page 172: Figure B-24: Launching The Recovery Tool

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 4: Reboot the system from the recovery CD. When prompted, press any key to boot from the recovery CD. It will take a while to launch the recovery tool. Please be patient! Figure B-24: Launching the Recovery Tool Step 5: When the recovery tool setup menu appears, press <4>...

  • Page 173: Figure B-26: Building The Auto Recovery Partition

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-26: Building the Auto Recovery Partition Step 7: After completing the system configuration, the following message prompts to confirm whether to create a factory default image. Type Y to have the system create a factory default image automatically. Type N within 6 seconds to skip this process (The default option is YES).

  • Page 174: Figure B-28: Image Creation Complete

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 8: The Symantec Ghost starts to create the factory default image (Figure B-28). Figure B-28: Image Creation Complete Step 9: After completing the system configuration, press any key in the following window to restart the system.

  • Page 175: Setup Procedure For Linux

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Advanced PCIPNP Boot Security Chipset Exit iEi Feature ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Auto Recovery Function [Enabled] Recover from PXE [Disabled] Select Screen ↑ ↓ Select Item Enter Go to SubScreen General Help Save and Exit Exit v02.61 ©Copyright 1985-2006, American Megatrends, Inc.

  • Page 176: Figure B-31: Partitions For Linux

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Partition 1: / Partition 2: SWAP NOTE: Please reserve enough space for partition 3 for saving recovery images. Figure B-31: Partitions for Linux Step 3: Create a recovery partition. Insert the recovery CD into the optical disk drive.

  • Page 177: Figure B-32: System Configuration For Linux

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board recovery partition. After completing the system configuration, press any key to reboot the system. Eject the recovery CD. Figure B-32: System Configuration for Linux Step 5: Access the recovery tool main menu by modifying the “menu.lst”. To first access the recovery tool main menu, the menu.lst must be modified.

  • Page 178: Recovery Tool Functions

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 7: The recovery tool menu appears. ( F igure B-34) Figure B-34: Recovery Tool Menu Step 8: Create a factory default image. Follow Step 2 Step 12 described in Section B .2.5 to create a factory default image.

  • Page 179: Figure B-35: Recovery Tool Main Menu

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-35: Recovery Tool Main Menu The recovery tool has several functions including: 1. Factory Restore: Restore the factory default image (iei.GHO) created in Section B .2.5. 2. Backup system: Create a system backup image (iei_user.GHO) which will be saved in the hidden partition.

  • Page 180: Factory Restore

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.5.1 Factory Restore To restore the factory default image, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Type <1> and press <Enter> in the main menu. Step 2: The Symantec Ghost window appears and starts to restore the factory default. A factory default image called iei.GHO is created in the hidden Recovery partition.

  • Page 181: Backup System

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.5.2 Backup System To backup the system, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Type <2> and press <Enter> in the main menu. Step 2: The Symantec Ghost window appears and starts to backup the system. A backup image called iei_user.GHO is created in the hidden Recovery partition.

  • Page 182: Restore Your Last Backup

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.5.3 Restore Your Last Backup To restore the last system backup, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Type <3> and press <Enter> in the main menu. Step 2: The Symantec Ghost window appears and starts to restore the last backup image (iei_user.GHO).

  • Page 183: Manual

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.5.4 Manual To restore the last system backup, please follow the steps below. Step 1: Type <4> and press <Enter> in the main menu. Step 2: The Symantec Ghost window appears. Use the Ghost program to backup or recover the system manually.

  • Page 184: Restore Systems From A Linux Server Through Lan

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.6 Restore Systems from a Linux Server through LAN The One Key Recovery allows a client system to automatically restore to a factory default image saved in a Linux system (the server) through LAN connectivity after encountering a Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) or a hang for around 10 minutes.

  • Page 185: Configure Dhcp Server Settings

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.6.1 Configure DHCP Server Settings Step 1: Install the DHCP #yum install dhcp (CentOS, commands marked in red) #apt-get install dhcp3-server (Debian, commands marked in blue) Step 2: Confirm the operating system default settings: dhcpd.conf. CentOS Use the following command to show the DHCP server sample location: #vi /etc/dhcpd.conf...

  • Page 186: Configure Tftp Settings

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board filename “pxelinux.0”; B.6.2 Configure TFTP Settings Step 1: Install the tftp, httpd and syslinux. #yum install tftp-server httpd syslinux (CentOS) #apt-get install tftpd-hpa xinetd syslinux (Debian) Step 2: Enable the TFTP server by editing the “/etc/xinetd.d/tftp” file and make it use the remap file.

  • Page 187: Configure One Key Recovery Server Settings

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Debian Replace the TFTP settings from “inetd” to “xinetd” and annotate the “inetd” by adding “#”. #vi /etc/inetd.conf Modify: #tftp dgram udp wait root /usr/sbin..(as shown below) #vi /etc/xinetd.d/tftp B.6.3 Configure One Key Recovery Server Settings Step 1: Copy the Utility/RECOVERYR10.TAR.BZ2 package from the One Key...

  • Page 188: Start The Dhcp, Tftp And Http

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board B.6.4 Start the DHCP, TFTP and HTTP Start the DHCP, TFTP and HTTP. For example: CentOS #service xinetd restart #service httpd restart #service dhcpd restart Debian #/etc/init.d/xinetd reload #/etc/init.d/xinetd restart #/etc/init.d/dhcp3-server restart B.6.5 Create Shared Directory Step 1: Install the samba.

  • Page 189: Setup A Client System For Auto Recovery

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Modify: [image] comment = One Key Recovery path = /share/image browseable = yes writable = yes public = yes create mask = 0644 directory mask = 0755 Step 4: Edit “/etc/samba/smb.conf” for your environment. For example:...
  • Page 190 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Figure B-43: Disable Automatically Restart Step 2: Configure the following BIOS options of the client system. Advanced → iEi Feature → Auto Recovery Function → Enabled Advanced → iEi Feature → Recover from PXE → Enabled Boot →...
  • Page 191 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board MUST be installed in the system, otherwise, the system will automatically restore from the factory default image every ten (10) minutes. Step 6: Restart the client system from LAN. If the system encounters a Blue Screen of Death (BSoD) or a hang for around 10 minutes, it will automatically restore from the factory default image.

  • Page 192: Other Information

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board NOTE: A firewall or a SELinux is not in use in the whole setup process described above. If there is a firewall or a SELinux protecting the system, modify the configuration information to accommodate them. B.7 Other Information B.7.1 Using AHCI Mode or ALi M5283 / VIA VT6421A Controller...
  • Page 193 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 5: When the following window appears, press <S> to select “Specify Additional Device”. Page 177...

  • Page 194: System Memory Requirement

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Step 6: In the following window, select a SATA controller mode used in the system. Then press <Enter>. The user can now start using the SATA HDD. Step 7: After pressing <Enter>, the system will get into the recovery tool setup menu.

  • Page 195: C Terminology

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Appendix Terminology Page 179...
  • Page 196 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board AC ’97 Audio Codec 97 (AC’97) refers to a codec standard developed by Intel® in 1997. ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) is an OS-directed configuration, power management, and thermal management interface. AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is a SATA Host controller register-level interface.
  • Page 197 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board DIMM Dual Inline Memory Modules are a type of RAM that offer a 64-bit data bus and have separate electrical contacts on each side of the module. The digital inputs and digital outputs are general control signals that control the on/off circuit of external devices or TTL devices.
  • Page 198 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board LVDS Low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS) is a dual-wire, high-speed differential electrical signaling system commonly used to connect LCD displays to a computer. POST The Power-on Self Test (POST) is the pre-boot actions the system performs when the system is turned-on.

  • Page 199: D Digital I/O Interface

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Appendix Digital I/O Interface Page 183...

  • Page 200: Introduction

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board D.1 Introduction The DIO connector on the IMBA-C604EP is interfaced to GPIO ports on the Super I/O chipset. The DIO has both 4-bit digital inputs and 4-bit digital outputs. The digital inputs and digital outputs are generally control signals that control the on/off circuit of external devices or TTL devices.

  • Page 201: Assembly Language Samples

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board D.3 Assembly Language Samples D.3.1 Enable the DIO Input Function The BIOS interrupt call INT 15H controls the digital I/O. An assembly program to enable digital I/O input functions is listed below. Sets the digital port as input...

  • Page 202: E Watchdog Timer

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Appendix Watchdog Timer Page 186...
  • Page 203 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board NOTE: The following discussion applies to DOS environment. Contact IEI support or visit the IEI website for specific drivers for other operating systems. The Watchdog Timer is provided to ensure that standalone systems can always recover from catastrophic conditions that cause the CPU to crash.
  • Page 204 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board NOTE: When exiting a program it is necessary to disable the Watchdog Timer, otherwise the system resets. EXAMPLE PROGRAM: ; INITIAL TIMER PERIOD COUNTER W_LOOP: AX, 6F02H ;setting the time-out value BL, 30 ;time-out value is 48 seconds ;...

  • Page 205: F Intel® Matrix Storage Manager

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Appendix Intel® Matrix Storage Manager Page 189...

  • Page 206: Introduction

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board F.1 Introduction The IMBA-C604EP can provide data protection for serial ATA (SATA) disks via the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager using one of three fault-tolerant RAID levels: RAID 1, 5 or 10. When using two hard drives, matrix RAID allows RAID 0 and RAID 1 functions to be combined, where critical files can be stored on RAID 1, and RAID 0 can be used for non-critical items such as software.

  • Page 207: Features And Benefits

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board CAUTION! Do not accidentally disconnect the SATA drive cables. Carefully route the cables within the chassis to avoid system down time. F.2 Features and Benefits Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5 and 10 Supports connectivity to two or more disk drives...

  • Page 208: Installing The Operating System To The Raid Array

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board appear during the POST. Refer to the applicable BIOS configuration section in this user manual. Step 4: Save and Exit BIOS. After the SATA support option is enabled, save and exit the BIOS. Step 5: Reboot the system. Reboot the system after saving and exiting the BIOS.

  • Page 209: G Hazardous Materials Disclosure

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Appendix Hazardous Materials Disclosure Page 193...

  • Page 210: Hazardous Materials Disclosure Table For Ipb Products Certified As Rohs Compliant Under 2002/95/Ec Without Mercury

    IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board G.1 Hazardous Materials Disclosure Table for IPB Products Certified as RoHS Compliant Under 2002/95/EC Without Mercury The details provided in this appendix are to ensure that the product is compliant with the Peoples Republic of China (China) RoHS standards. The table below acknowledges the presences of small quantities of certain materials in the product, and is applicable to China RoHS only.
  • Page 211 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board Part Name Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated Biphenyls Diphenyl (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) Chromium (CR(VI)) (PBB) Ethers (PBDE) Housing Display Printed Circuit Board Metal Fasteners Cable Assembly Fan Assembly Power Supply...
  • Page 212 IMBA-C604EP ATX Server Board 此附件旨在确保本产品符合中国 RoHS 标准。以下表格标示此产品中某有毒物质的含量符 合中国 RoHS 标准规定的限量要求。 本产品上会附有”环境友好使用期限”的标签，此期限是估算这些物质”不会有泄漏或突变”的 年限。本产品可能包含有较短的环境友好使用期限的可替换元件，像是电池或灯管，这些元 件将会单独标示出来。 部件名称 有毒有害物质或元素 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯 醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (CR(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) 壳体 显示 印刷电路板 金属螺帽 电缆组装 风扇组装 电力供应组装 电池 O: 表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有物质材料中的含量均在 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。...

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