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Supermicro GrandTwin A+ Server AS -2116GT-HNTF User Manual (132 pages)

Brand: Supermicro | Category: Server | Size: 30 MB

About this Manual
3
Conventions Used in the Manual
4
Table of Contents
5
Contacting Supermicro
10
Chapter 1: Introduction
11
Overview
12
System Features
13
Front View
13
Control Panel
14
Rear View
16
System Architecture
17
Main Components
17
System Block Diagram
18
Motherboard Quick Reference
19
Motherboard Layout
19
Quick Reference Table
22
Chapter 2: Server Installation
23
Unpacking the System
24
Preparing for Setup
25
Choosing a Setup Location
25
Rack Precautions
25
System Precautions
25
Rack Mounting Considerations
26
Ambient Operating Temperature
26
Airflow
26
Mechanical Loading
26
Circuit Overloading
27
Reliable Ground
27
Installing the Rails
28
Identifying the Rails
28
Adjusting the Rail Length
28
Installing the Rails Onto the Rack
29
Installing Chassis into a Rack
30
Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation
31
Removing Power
33
Accessing the System
34
Removing a Computing Node Drawer
34
Inserting a Computing Node
35
Removing the Chassis Cover
35
Static-Sensitive Devices
37
Precautions
37
Processor and Heatsink Installation
38
Preparing the Processor Socket
39
Installing the Processor into the Frame
41
Installing the Heatsink
44
Uninstalling the Heatsink and Processor
45
Memory Support and Installation
46
Memory Support
46
General Guidelines for Optimizing Memory Performance
48
DIMM Population
48
DIMM Installation
50
DIMM Removal
52
Motherboard Battery Removal and Installation
53
Battery Removal
53
Proper Battery Disposal
53
Battery Installation
53
Storage Drives
54
Drive Carrier Indicators
54
Removing a Drive Carrier from the Chassis
55
Installing or Removing a 2.5" Drive Cage
55
Installing a 2.5" Drive into a Drive Carrier
56
Removing a 2.5" Drive Carrier
58
Hot-Swap for Nvme Drives
59
Ejecting a Drive
59
Replacing a Drive
59
System Cooling
60
Air Shrouds
60
Fans
61
Changing a System Fan
61
Expansion Cards
62
AIOM Cards
62
Removing the AIOM Card
62
Installing the AIOM Card
62
Grandtwin I/O Module
63
Removing the I/O Module
63
Installing the I/O Module
63
Power Supply
64
Replacing the Power Supply
65
Chapter 4: Motherboard Connections, Jumpers, and Leds
66
Power Connectors
67
Headers and Connections
68
Onboard Battery (BT1)
68
Slots
68
Tpm/Port 80 Header
68
Jumper Settings
69
CMOS Clear
69
Jsata1
70
LED Indicators
71
BMC Heartbeat LED
71
Onboard Power LED
71
Unit ID (UID) LED
71
Chapter 5: Software
73
Microsoft Windows os Installation
74
Installing the os
74
Driver Installation
76
Bmc
78
BMC ADMIN User Password
78
Chapter 6: Optional Components
79
Enablement Kits
80
SATA Enablement Kit
80
Nvme Enablement Kit
80
AIOM Enablement Kit
80
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and Support
81
Online Resources
82
Direct Links for the as -2116GT-HNTF System
82
Direct Links for General Support and Information
82
Baseboard Management Controller (BMC)
83
Troubleshooting Procedures
84
Before Power on
84
No Power
84
No Video
84
System Boot Failure
84
Memory Errors
85
Losing the System's Setup Configuration
85
If the System Becomes Unstable
85
CMOS Clear
87
Motherboard Battery
88
Where to Get Replacement Components
89
Technical Support Procedures
90
Returning Merchandise for Service
90
Feedback
92
Chapter 8: UEFI BIOS
93
Introduction
94
Updating BIOS
94
Starting the Setup Utility
94
Main Setup
96
Advanced Setup Configurations
98
Event Logs
99
Bmc
100
Security
101
Boot
103
Save & Exit
105
Appendix A: Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems
107
Warning Definition
107
Installation Instructions
109
Circuit Breaker
110
Power Disconnection Warning
112
Equipment Installation
113
Restricted Area
115
Battery Handling
116
Redundant Power Supplies
118
Backplane Voltage
119
Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes
121
Product Disposal
122
Power Cable and AC Adapter
125
System Specifications
129

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