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technicians only.
Preface
(6025B-
The Series3800/S120R-2
SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP 2U rackmount chassis and the X7DB3, a
dual processor serverboard that supports single or dual Intel
5000/5100 Sequence processors at a Front Side (System) Bus speed of 1333 MHz
and up to 32 GB of FBD ECC DDR2-667/533 SDRAM.
(6025B-3/6025B-3R) is a high-end server based on the
®
dual-core XeonTM
Manual Organization
Chapter 1: Introduction
The fi rst chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with the
server system and describes the main features of the X7DB3 serverboard and
the SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP chassis, which comprise the Series3800/
S120R-2
Chapter 2: Server Installation
(6025B-3/6025B-3R).
This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the Series3800/S120R-2
(6025B-3/6025B-3R) into a rack and check out the server confi guration prior to power-
ing up the system. If your server was ordered without processor and memory
components, this chapter will refer you to the appropriate sections of the manual
for their installation.
Chapter 3: System Interface
Refer here for details on the system interface, which includes the functions and
information provided by the control panel on the chassis as well as other LEDs
located throughout the system.
You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview
of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the
Series3800/S120R-2
(6025B-3/6025B-3R).
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7DB3 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 reconfi guring the
serverboard.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQR700LP server chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter
when installing, removing or reconfi guring SAS or peripheral drives and when
replacing system power supply units and cooling fans.
Chapter 7: BIOS
The BIOS chapter includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information on running the CMOS Setup Utility.
The Series3800/S120R-2 (6025B-3/6025B-3R) is a high-end server that is comprised of
two main subsystems: the SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP 2U server chassis
and the X7DB3 Intel dual Xeon processor serverboard. Please refer to our web
site for information on operating systems that have been certifi ed for use with the
Series3800/S120R-2 (6025B-3/6025B-3R).
In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have been
included with the Series3800/S120R-2 (6025B-3/6025B-3R), as listed below:
Three (3) 8-cm hot-swap chassis fans (FAN-0094L)
One (1) DVD-ROM drive [DVM-PNSC-824V(B)]
One (1) air shroud (MCP-310-00005-00)
One (1) front control panel cable (CBL-0087)
SAS Accessories
One (1) SAS backplane (BPN-SAS-825TQ) Two (2) SAS cables (CBL-0176L) Eight (8) hot-swap drive carriers [MCP-220-00001-03(01)]
Two (2) CPU passive heatsinks (SNK-P0018)
One (1) rackmount kit (MCP-290-00002-00)
Note: the "V" at the end of a server name (e.g. 6025B-3V/6025B-3RV) denotes the
chassis is silver in color.
At the heart of the Series3800/S120R-2 (6025B-3/6025B-3R) lies the X7DB3, a dual
processor serverboard based on the Intel 5000P chipset and designed to provide
maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X7DB3. (See Figure
1-1 for a block diagram of the 5000P chipset).
Processors
The X7DB3 supports single or dual Intel dual-core Xeon 5000/5100 Sequence
processors at a FSB speed of 1333 MHz.
Memory
The X7DB3 has eight 240-pin DIMM slots that can support up to 32 GB of FBD
(Fully Buffered DIMMs) ECC DDR2-667/533 SDRAM. The memory operates in a
2-way interleaved confi gurations and requires requires modules of the same size
and speed to be installed in pairs (two at a time). See Section 5-5 for details.
Onboard SAS
An onboard Adaptec AIC-9410 SAS controller in integrated into the X7DB3, which
supports eight SAS hard drives. The SAS drives are connected to a backplane
that provides power, bus termination and confi guration settings. The SAS drives
are hot-swappable units.
Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the
hot-swap c apabi lity a nd R AID fu ncti on of the SA S drive s. R AID 0, 1 and 10 ar e
supported.
PCI Expansion Slots
The X7DB3 has six PCI expansion slots, which includes two x8 PCI-Express slots,
one x4 PCI-Express slot, two 64-bit 133 MHz PCI-X slots and one 64-bit 100 MHz
PCI-X slot. The 100 MHz PCI slot supports Zero Channel RAID.
Onboard Controllers/Ports
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One fl oppy drive controller and two onboard ATA/100 controllers are provided to
support up to four IDE hard drives or ATAPI devices. The color-coded I/O ports
include one COM port (an additional COM header is located on the serverboard), a
VGA (monitor) port, a parallel port, two USB 2.0 ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard
ports and two gigabit Ethernet ports.
ATI Graphics Controller
The X7DB3 features an integrated ATI video controller based on the ES1000 graphics chip. The ES1000 was designed specifi cally for servers, featuring low power
consumption, high reliability and superior longevity.
Other Features
Other onboard features that promote system health include onboard voltage monitors, a chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU
overheat sensors, virus protection and BIOS rescue.
The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC825TQ-560LP/
SC825TQ-R700LP server chassis.
System Power
The SC825TQ-560LP features a single 560W power supply. The system must be
shut down and the AC power cord removed before replacing or performing any
service on the power supply unit. The SC825TQ-R700LP features a redundant
700W power supply consisting of two power modules. The system does not need
to be shut down when replacing or removing a single power supply module.
SAS Subsystem
The SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP chassis was de signed to suppo rt eight
SAS hard dr ives, wh ich are h ot-swa ppabl e units. Note: The operating sy stem you us e must have R A ID supp or t to enab le the h otswap capab ilit y of the SAS d rives .
Front Control Panel
The control panel on the Series3800/S120R-2 (6025B-3/6025B-3R) provides you with
system monitoring and control. LEDs indicate system power, HDD activity, network
activity, system overheat and power failure. A main power button and a system
reset button are also included. In addition, two USB ports have been incorporated
into the control panel to provide front side USB access.
I/O Backplane
The SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP is an ATX form factor chassis designed for
use in a 2U rackmount confi guration. The I/O backplane provides seven low-profi le
PCI expansion slots, one COM port, a parallel port, a VGA port, two USB 2.0 ports,
PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two gigabit Ethernet ports.
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Cooling System
The SC825TQ-560LP/SC825TQ-R700LP chassis has an innovative cooling design
that includes three 8-cm hot-plug system cooling fans located in the middle section
of the chassis. An air shroud channels the airfl ow from the system fans to effi ciently
cool the processor and onboard memory area of the system. The power supply
module also includes a cooling fan.
Figure 1-1. Intel 5000P Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your Series3800/S120R-2
(6025B-3/6025B-3R) up and running. Following these steps in the order given
should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of
time. This quick setup assumes that your system has come to you with the processors and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a
serverboard, processors, system memory etc., please turn to the chapter or section
noted in each step for details on installing specifi c components.
2-2 Unpacking the System
You should inspect the box the Series3800/S120R-2 (6025B-3/6025B-3R) was
shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should fi le a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold the Series3800/S120R-2
(6025B-3/6025B-3R). It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well
ventilated. Avoid areas where heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fi elds are
generated. You will also need it placed near a grounded power outlet. Read the
Rack and Server Precautions in the next section.
2-3 Preparing for Setup
The box the Series3800/S120R-2 (6025B-3/6025B-3R) was shipped in should
include two sets of rail assemblies, two rail mounting brackets and the mounting
screws you will need to install the system into the rack. Follow the steps in the order
given to complete the installation process in a minimum amount of time. Please
read this section in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure outlined
in the sections that follow.
- Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front
door completely (~25 inches).
- Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for
suffi cient airfl ow and ease in servicing.
-This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated
equipment rooms, service closets and the like).
-This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.
Warnings and Precautions!
Rack Precautions
- Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to the
fl oor with the full weight of the rack resting on them.
- In single rack installation, stabilizers should be attached to the rack.
- In multiple rack installations, the racks should be coupled together.
- Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a component from the
rack.
- You should extend only one component at a time - extending two or more simultaneously may cause the rack to become unstable.
Server Precautions
- Review the electrical and general safety precautions in Chapter 4.
- Determine the placement of each component in the rack before you install the
rails.
- Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack fi rst, and then
work up.
- Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from
power surges, voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a power
failure.
-
Allow the hot plug SAS drives and power supply units to cool before touch-
ing them.
-
Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers
closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.
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Rack Mounting Considerations
Ambient Operating Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the
room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an
environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).
Reduced Airfl ow
Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that the amount of airfl ow required
for safe operation is not compromised.
Mechanical Loading
Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that a hazardous condition does not
arise due to uneven mechanical loading.
Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power
supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have
on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
Reliable Ground
A reliable ground must be maintained at all times. To ensure this, the rack itself
should be grounded. Particular attention should be given to power supply connections other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of power
strips, etc.).
This section provides information on installing the Series3800/S120R-2 (6025B3/6025B-3R) into a rack unit. If the S120R-2 has already been mounted into a
rack, you can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6. There are a variety of rack
units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.
The following is a guideline for installing the system into a rack with the rack rails
provided. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the
rack unit you are using.
Installing the Chassis Rails
You should have received four rack sections with the S120R-2 consisting of two
long and two short rails sections. These secure directly to the chassis. All screws
and hardware mentioned in the installation steps should be included in the hardware kit.
Position the chassis rail sections alongside of the chassis making sure the screw
holes line up - the long sections to the front of the chassis and the sorter ones to
the rear. Note that these rails are left/right specifi c. Screw the rails securely to the
chassis (see Figure 2-1). There should be two screws for each section. Repeat
this procedure for the other rail on the other side of the chassis. You will also need
to attach the rail brackets when installng into a telco rack.
Locking Tabs: The chassis rails have a locking tab, which serves two functions.
The fi rst is to lock the server into place when installed and pushed fully into the
rack, which is its normal position. Secondly , these tabs also lock the server in place
when fully extended from the rack. This prevents the server from coming completely
out of the rack when you pull it out for servicing.
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Figure 2-1. Installing Chassis Rails
Installing the Server into the Rack
The next step is to install the server into the rack. Do this by lining up the rear
of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails. Slide the chassis rails into the
rack rails, keeping the pressure even on both sides (you may have to depress the
locking tabs when inserting). See Figure 2-2.
When the server has been pushed completely into the rack, you should hear the
locking tabs "click". Finish by inserting and tightening the thumbscrews that hold
the front of the server to the rack.
To install the Series3800/S120R-2 (6025B-3/6025B-3R) into a Telco type rack, use
two L-shaped brackets on either side of the chassis (four total). First, determine
how far the server will extend out the front of the rack. Larger chassis should be
positioned to balance the weight between front and back. If a bezel is included on
your server, remove it. Then attach the two front brackets to each side of the chassis, then the two rear brackets positioned with just enough space to accommodate
the width of the rack. Finish by sliding the chassis into the rack and tightening the
brackets to the rack.
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2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup
After you install the S120R-2 in the rack, you will need to open the unit to make sure
the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made.
1.Accessing the inside of the System (see Figure 2-3)
First, grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it locks
(you will hear a "click"). Next, depress the two buttons on the top of the chassis to
release the top cover. You can then lift the top cover from the chassis to gain full
access to the inside of the server.
2.Check the CPUs (processors)
You may have one or two processors already installed into the serverboard. Each
processor needs its own heatsink. See Chapter 5 for instructions on processor and
heatsink installation.
3.Check the system memory
Y our S120R-2 server system may have come with system memory already installed.
Make sure all DIMMs are fully seated in their slots. For details on adding system
memory, refer to Chapter 5.
4.Installing add-on cards
If desired, you can install add-on cards to the system. See Chapter 5 for details
on installing PCI add-on cards.
5.Check all cable connections and airfl ow
Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking the
chassis airfl ow. Also make sure that no cables are positioned in front of the fans.
See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections.
Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the Serial ATA or
drives have been properly installed and all connections have been made.
1.Accessing the drive bays
All drives are accessable from the front of the server. For servicing the DVD-ROM
and fl oppy drives, you will need to remove the top chassis cover. The SAS disk
drives can be installed and removed from the front of the chassis without removing
the top chassis cover.
2. DVD-ROM and fl oppy disk drives
A slim DVD-ROM and a fl oppy drive should be preinstalled in your server. Refer
to Chapter 6 if you need to reinstall a DVD-ROM and/or fl oppy disk drive to the
system.
3.Check the SAS drives
Depending upon your system's confi guration, your system may have one or more
drives already installed. If you need to install SAS drives, please refer to Chapter
6.
4.Check the airfl ow
Airfl ow is provided by three 8-cm center chassis cooling fans. The system compo-
nent layout was carefully designed to direct suffi cient cooling airfl ow to the compo-
nents that generate the most heat. Note that all power and data cables have been
routed in such a way that they do not block the airfl ow generated by the fans.
5.Supplying power to the system
The last thing you must do is to provide input power to the system. Plug the power
cord(s) from the power supply module(s) into a high-quality power strip that offers
protection from electrical noise and power surges. It is recommended that you use
an uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others on the SAS (Serial
Attached SCSI) drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status
of the system as well as the activity and health of specifi c components. There are
also two buttons on the chassis control panel.
3-2 Control Panel Buttons
The two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis are (in order from left to
right) a reset button and a power on/off button.
RESET: Use the reset button to reboot the system.
POWER: This is the main power button, which is used to apply or turn off
the main system power. Turning off system power with this button removes the
main power but keeps standby power supplied to the system.
The control panel located on the front of the chassis has several 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.
Power Fail: (6025B-3R only) Indicates a power supply module has failed.
The second power supply module will take the load and keep the system running
but the failed module will need to be replaced. Refer to Chapter 6 for details on
replacing power modules. This LED should be off when the system is operating
normally.
Overheat/Fan Fail: When this LED fl ashes, it indicates a fan failure. When
on continuously it indicates an overheat condition, which may be caused by cables
obstructing the airfl ow in the system or the ambient room temperature being too
warm. Check the routing of the cables and make sure all fans are present and
operating normally. You should also check to make sure that the chassis covers
are installed. Finally, verify that the heatsinks are installed properly (see Chapter
5). This LED will remain fl ashing or on as long as the indicated condition exists.
1
NIC1: Indicates network activity on the JLAN1 port when fl ashing.
2
NIC2: Indicates network activity on the JLAN2 port when fl ashing.
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HDD: Indicates IDE channel activity. On the Series3800/SR120-2 (6025B-
TR+/6025B-8R+), this LED indicates SAS and/or DVD-ROM drive activity when
fl ashing.
Power: Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply
module(s). This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.
3-4 SAS Drive Carrier LEDs
Each SAS dr ive car ri er has t wo LEDs.
Green: When illuminated, the green LED on the front of the SAS drive car-
rier indicates drive activity. A connection to the SAS backplane enables this LED
to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed.
Red: The red LED indicates two states. When blinking, it indicates the drive
is rebuilding. When solid, it indicates a drive failure. If a SAS drive fails, you should
be notifi ed by your system management software. Please refer to Chapter 6 for
instructions on replacing failed SAS drives.
Note: the two drive bays on the top left of the Series3800/120R-2 (6025B-3
/6025 B-3R) are n ot c o nn e c ted t o a bac k p la ne. T h e se m ay be us e d to h ou se I D E
type har d drive s only an d are not ho t-swa ppabl e.