Supermicro 6027TR-H70QRF, 6027TR-H70RF, 6027TR-H70FRF User Manual

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SUPER

USER'S MANUAL

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6027TR-H70QRF

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Preface

Preface

About This Manual

This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians.
It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer
6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF. Installation and maintainance should be
performed by experienced technicians only.

The SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF is a high-end server based
on the SC827HQ-R1620B 2U rackmount chassis and the dual processor
X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF/HF serverboard. All models have an IPMI LAN port and four
serverboard nodes with three hot-swap Hard Disk Drives (HDD) each per node.

Each of the various models of the SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF
servers and their associated serverboards for each of their unique options are listed
in the table below:

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Server

Model

X9DRT

Serverboard

Infi niBand

QDR

Infi niBand

FDR

6027TR-H70QRF

X9DRT-HIBQF YES

6027TR-H70FRF

X9DRT-HIBFF YES

6027TR-H70RF

X9DRT-HF

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 X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF/HF
serverboard and the SC827HQ-R1620B chassis.

Chapter 2: Server Installation

This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer
6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF into a rack and check out the server confi guration
prior to powering 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.

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Chapter 4: System Safety

You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview
of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the
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Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF/HF
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 SC827HQ-R1620B server chassis.
You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing
or reconfi guring SAS/SATA 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.

Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix B: System Specifi cations

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Notes

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

1-1 Overview .........................................................................................................1-1

1-2 Serverboard Features .....................................................................................1-2

Processors ......................................................................................................1-2

Memory ...........................................................................................................1-2

SAS .................................................................................................................1-2

PCI Expansion Slots .......................................................................................1-2

Onboard Controllers/Ports .............................................................................. 1-3

Graphics Controller .........................................................................................1-3

Infi niBand ........................................................................................................ 1-3

Other Features ................................................................................................1-3

1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................ 1-4

System Power ................................................................................................. 1-4

SAS/SATA Subsystem .....................................................................................1-4

Front Control Panel ......................................................................................... 1-4

I/O Ports ..........................................................................................................1-4

Cooling System ...............................................................................................1-4

Air Shrouds ..................................................................................................... 1-5

Mounting Rails ................................................................................................ 1-5

1-4 Advanced Power Management ....................................................................... 1-5

Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM) .................................................1-5

Manageability Engine (ME) ............................................................................. 1-5

1-5 Contacting Supermicro ....................................................................................1-7

1-6 2U Twin

2

: System Notes ................................................................................. 1-8

Nodes ..............................................................................................................1-8

System Power ................................................................................................. 1-8

SAS/SATA Backplane/Drives .......................................................................... 1-8

Chapter 2 Server Installation

2-1 Overview .........................................................................................................2-1

2-2 Unpacking the System .................................................................................... 2-1

2-3 Preparing for Setup ......................................................................................... 2-1

2-4 Cautions! .........................................................................................................2-2

Choosing a Setup Location .............................................................................2-2

Rack Precautions ............................................................................................ 2-2

Server Precautions ..........................................................................................2-2

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Rack Mounting Considerations ....................................................................... 2-3

Ambient Operating Temperature ................................................................ 2-3

Reduced Airfl ow ......................................................................................... 2-3

Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 2-3

Circuit Overloading ..................................................................................... 2-3

Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 2-4

2-5 Installing the System into a Rack ...................................................................2-4

Separating the Sections of the Rack Rails ..................................................... 2-5

Installing the Inner Rail Extension ..................................................................2-6

Outer Rack Rails ............................................................................................. 2-7

2-6 Checking the Serverboard Setup ....................................................................2-9

2-7 Checking the Drive Bay Setup ......................................................................2-10

Chapter 3 System Interface

3-1 Overview .........................................................................................................3-1

Information LED .............................................................................................. 3-2

NIC1 ................................................................................................................3-2

3-2 Control Panel Button ....................................................................................... 3-2

Power ..............................................................................................................3-2

3-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................ 3-2

3-4 Drive Carrier LEDs .......................................................................................... 3-3

Chapter 4Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems

4-1 About Standardized Warning Statements ....................................................... 4-1

Warning Defi nition ...........................................................................................4-1

Installation Instructions ....................................................................................4-4

Circuit Breaker ................................................................................................ 4-5

Power Disconnection Warning ........................................................................ 4-6

Equipment Installation ..................................................................................... 4-8

Restricted Area ................................................................................................ 4-9

Battery Handling ............................................................................................4-10

Redundant Power Supplies .......................................................................... 4-12

Backplane Voltage ........................................................................................ 4-13

Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes ........................................4-14

Product Disposal ........................................................................................... 4-15

Hot Swap Fan Warning .................................................................................4-16

Power Cable and AC Adapter ......................................................................4-18

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Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup

5-1 Handling the Motherboard .............................................................................. 5-1

Precautions .....................................................................................................5-1

Unpacking .......................................................................................................5-1

5-2 Connecting Cables .......................................................................................... 5-2

Connecting Data Cables ................................................................................. 5-2

5-3 Rear I/O Ports .................................................................................................5-3

5-4 Processor and Heatsink Installation................................................................5-4

Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink .................................................................5-8

Removing the Heatsink ................................................................................... 5-9

5-5 Installing Memory ..........................................................................................5-10

Memory Support ............................................................................................5-10

Maximum Memory .........................................................................................5-10

DIMM Module Population Confi guration .................................................. 5-12

5-6 Adding PCI Expansion Cards .......................................................................5-13

5-7 Motherboard Details ...................................................................................... 5-14

5-8 Connector Defi nitions ....................................................................................5-17

5-9 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................ 5-21

Explanation of Jumpers ................................................................................ 5-21

5-10 Onboard Indicators ..........................................................................................5-1

5-11 PCI-Express and Serial ATA Connections ...................................................... 5-1

5-12 Installing Software ........................................................................................... 5-2

SuperDoctor III ................................................................................................5-3

5-13 Serverboard Battery ........................................................................................5-5

Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup

6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices ..................................................................................6-1

Precautions .....................................................................................................6-1

Unpacking .......................................................................................................6-1

6-2 Control Panel ..................................................................................................6-2

6-3 Chassis Cover ................................................................................................. 6-3

6-4 Air Shrouds .....................................................................................................6-4

6-5 Checking the Airfl ow .......................................................................................6-5

6-6 System Fans ................................................................................................... 6-5

Optional Fan Confi gurations ...........................................................................6-5

6-7 Removing and Installing the Backplane ..........................................................6-8

Removing the Backplane ................................................................................ 6-8

Installing the Backplane ................................................................................ 6-10

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6-8 Installing the Motherboard .............................................................................6-11

I/O Shield .......................................................................................................6-11

Permanent and Optional Standoffs ................................................................6-11

6-9 Adapter Card Replacement...........................................................................6-13

Add-on Card/Expansion Slot Setup .............................................................. 6-14

6-10 Drive Bay Installation/Removal ..................................................................... 6-15

Accessing the Drive Bays ............................................................................. 6-15

6-11 Power Supply ................................................................................................6-19

Power Supply Replacement ..........................................................................6-19

Chapter 7 BIOS

7-1 Introduction ......................................................................................................7-1

Starting BIOS Setup Utility ..............................................................................7-1

How To Change the Confi guration Data ......................................................... 7-1

Starting the Setup Utility ................................................................................. 7-2

7-2 Advanced Settings Menu ................................................................................ 7-2

7-3 Event Logs .................................................................................................... 7-20

7-4 IPMI ............................................................................................................... 7-22

7-5 Boot ............................................................................................................... 7-24

7-6 Security ......................................................................................................... 7-25

7-7 Save & Exit ................................................................................................... 7-25

Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix B System Specifi cations

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview

The SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF is a high-end server comprised
of two main subsystems: the SC827HQ-R1620B 2U server chassis and the
X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF/HF dual processor serverboard in four hot-swap nodes.
Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been
certifi ed for use with the system (www.supermicro.com).

In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have
been included with the SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF server, as
listed below:

• Heat Sinks

Four (4) 1U passive CPU heat sinks for rear CPU (SNK-P0047PW)
Four (4) 1U passive CPU heat sinks w/narrow ILM (SNK-P0047PS)

• Four (4) Plastic air shrouds (MCP-310-82715-0B)

• Four (4) 80x80x38mm cooling fans (FAN-0129L4)

• SATA/SAS Backplane

Four (4) SAS2 HD expansion cards (BPN-ADP-SAS2-L6I-O-P)
One (1) SAS Backplane for 12 3.5" HDD (BPN-SAS-827HQ)
Twelve (12) hot-swap 3.5" HDD trays (MCP-220-00075-0B)

• Four (4) Riser cards (RSC-R1U-E16R-O-P)

• One (1) Rails set (MCP-290-00053-0N)

Note: For your system to work properly, please follow the links below to download
all necessary drivers/utilities and the user’s manual for your server.

• Supermicro product manuals: http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/

• Product drivers and utilities: ftp://ftp.supermicro.com

• Product safety information:

http://super-dev/about/policies/safety_information.cfm

• If you have any questions, please contact our support team at:

[e-mail]

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1-2 Serverboard Features

At the heart of the SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF lies the
X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF/HF, a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel®
C602 chipset and designed to provide maximum performance. Four of these
serverboards can be mounted in the SC827HQ-R1620B chassis.

The sections below cover the main features of the X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF/HF
serverboard (see Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).

Processors

The X9DRT -HIBQF/HIBFF/HF supports single or dual Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 series
processors (Socket R LGA 2011). Please refer to the serverboard description pages
on our web site for a complete listing of supported processors (www.supermicro.
com).

Memory

The X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF/HF has eight (8) DIMM slots supporting up to 256 GB
of DDR3-1600/1333/1066/800 MHz speed registered ECC SDRAM in up to
512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB or 32 GB sizes at 1.35V or 1.5V
voltages. See Chapter 5 for details.

Note: Check the Supermicro website (www.supermicro.com) for the latest memory
support information.

SAS

An LSI® SAS2008 SAS2 controller is integrated into the BPN-ADP-SAS2-L6I-O-P
backplane to provide an eight port 6 Gb/s SAS2 (Serial Attached SCSI) subsystem,
which is RAID 0, 1 and 10 supported. (Optional RAID 5 support is available with
the AOC-SAS2-RAID5-KEY installed.) The SAS drives are hot-swappable units.

Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the
hotswap c apabil ity an d R AID fu ncti on of the SA S drive s.

PCI Expansion Slots

The SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF has for each node
one (1) PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot (Slot 1) available for use with a riser card.

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Onboard Controllers/Ports

One Fast UART 16550 serial port, one 9-pin RS-232 port and a Mellonox
Connect-X3 Infi niBand (on 6027TR-H70QRF and 6027TR-H70FRF servers only)
supporting a single QSFP connector are located on the serverboard. The color­coded I/O ports include one COM port, a VGA (monitor) port, two USB 2.0 ports
(additional one internal USB headers are included on the serverboard), an IPMI
dedicated LAN port and two Ethernet ports.

Note: For IPMI Confi guration Instructions, please refer to the Embedded BMC
Confi guration User's Guide available @ http://www.supermicro.com/support/

manuals/.

Graphics Controller

The X9DRT-HIBQF/HIBFF/HF features an integrated Matrox G200eW Video
Controller.

Infi niBand

The 6027TR- H70QRF ser ver include a QDR (quad data rate) speed Infi niBand
QSFP connector. The 6027TR-H70FRF server includes a FDR (fourteen data rate)
speed Infi niBand QSFP connector. Infi niBand is a scalable serial communications
link intended for connecting processors with high-speed peripherals.

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, node manager software and BIOS rescue.

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1-3 Server Chassis Features

The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC827 server chassis.

System Power

Each SC827 chassis model includes a high-effi ciency 80-plus Platinum certifi ed
power supply, rated at 1620 Watts plus one redundant backup power supply.
In the unlikely event your power supply fails, replacement is simple and can be
accomplished without tools.

SAS/SATA Subsystem

The SC827 supports up to twelve (12) 3.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA drives in trays
(3 for each node). These drives are hot-swappable units and are connected to a
backplane that provides power and control.

Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot­swap capability of the drives.

Front Control Panel

SC827HQ-R1620B chassis includes four front panels on the handles of the chassis
which control each of the systems. Each control panel on the SUPERSERVER
6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF provides you with system monitoring and control
for one server node. LEDs indicate system power, HDD activity, network activity,
system overheat and power supply failure. A main power button and a system reset
button are also included.

I/O Ports

The SC827 is an proprietary form factor chassis designed to be used in a 2U
rackmount confi guration. The SC827 chassis provides a low-profi le add-on card
slot, a COM port, a VGA port, two USB 2.0 ports , one IPMI Ethernet port and two
gigabit Ethernet ports per node.

Cooling System

The SC827 chassis accepts four system fans powered from either backpane
or the serverboards. If not powered from the backpane, the SC827HQ-R1620B
model chassis powers four fans from four motherboards, so that when one of the
motherboard drawers is removed, the other motherboards will continue running
all fans.

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Air Shrouds

The SC827 chassis includes four plastic air shrouds that direct the airfl ow where
cooling is needed on each serverboard. Always use the air shroud included with
your chassis on each serverboard.

Mounting Rails

The SC827 includes a set of quick-release rails, and can be placed in a rack for
secure storage and use. To setup your rack, follow the step-by-step instructions
included in this manual.

1-4 Advanced Power Management

Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM)

The Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (IPNM) provides your system with
real-time thermal control and power management for maximum energy effi ciency.
Although IPNM Specifi cation Version 1.5 is supported by the BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller), your system must also have IPNM-compatible
Manageability Engine (ME) fi rmware installed to use this feature.

Manageability Engine (ME)

The Manageability Engine, which is an ARC controller embedded in the IOH (I/O
Hub), provides Server Platform Services (SPS) to your system. The services
provided by SPS are different from those proveded by the ME on client platforms.

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Figure 1-1. AMD C602 Chipset:

System Block Diagram

Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly repre-

sent the features on your motherboard. See the previous pages for

the actual specifi cations of your motherboard. This block diagram is

intended for your reference only.

Processor

E5-2600 Series

Processor

E5-2600 Series

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1-5 Contacting Supermicro

Headquarters

Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.

980 Rock Ave.

San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail] (General Information)

[e-mail] (Technical Support)
Web Site:

www.supermicro.com

Europe

Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.

Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML

's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail] (General Information)

[e-mail] (Technical Support)

[e-mail] (Customer Support)

Asia-Pacifi c

Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.

3F, No. 150, Jian 1st Rd.
Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City 23511

Taiwan (R.O.C)
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web Site:

www.supermicro.com.tw

Technical Support:
Email: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone]

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1-6 2U Twin2: System Notes

As a 2U Twin2 confi guration, the SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF is
a unique server system. With four system boards incorporated into a single chassis
acting as four separate nodes, there are several points you should keep in mind.

Nodes

Each of the four serverboards act as a separate node in the system. As independant
nodes, each may be powered off and on without affecting the others. In addition,
each node is a hot-swappable unit that may be removed from the rear of the chassis.
The nodes are connected to the server backplane by means of an adapter card.

Note: A guide pin is located between the upper and lower nodes on the inner chassis
wall. This guide pin also acts as a “stop” when a node is fully installed. If too much
force is used when inserting a node this pin may break off. Take care to slowly slide
a node in until you hear the “click” of the locking tab seating itself.

System Power

Dual 1620 Watt power supplies are used to provide the power for all four
serverboards. Each serverboard however, can be shut down independently of the
other with the power button on its own control panel.

SAS/SATA Backplane/Drives

As a system, the SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF supports the use
of twelve SAS/SATA drives. A single SAS/SATA backplane works to apply system­based control for power and fan speed functions, yet at the same time logically
connects a set of three SAS/SATA drives to each serverboard. Consequently, RAID
setup is limited to a three-drive scheme (RAID cannot be spread across all twelve
drives). See the Drive Bay Installation/Removal section in Chapter 6 for the logical
hard drive and node confi guration.

Chapter 2: Server Installation

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Chapter 2

Server Installation

2-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer
6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF 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

Y ou should inspect the box the SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF 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 SuperServer
6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF. 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 SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF 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.

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2-4 Cautions!

Choosing a Setup Location

• Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door

completely (~25 inches) and 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 German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.

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 any hot plug drives and power supply modules to cool before touching

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

Warning! To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a

rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable.
The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:

• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in

the rack.

• When mounting this unit in a partially fi lled rack, load the rack from the bottom

to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.

• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before

mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.

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.

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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.).

2-5 Installing the System into a Rack

This section provides information on installing the SC827 chassis into a rack unit
with the quick-release rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market,
which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to
the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.

NOTE: This rail will fi t a rack between 26" and 33.5" deep.

Warning: Do not pick up the server with the front handles. They are

designed to pull the system from a rack only.

Stability Hazard: The rack stabilizing mechanism must be in place, or the
rack must be bolted to the fl oor before you slide the unit out for servicing. Failure
to stabilize the rack can cause the rack to tip over.

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Figure 2-1: Separating the Rack Rails

Separating the Inner and Outer
Rails

1. Locate the rail assembly in the
chassis packaging.

2. Extend the rail assembly by
pulling it outward.

3. Press the quick-release tab.

4. Separate the inner rail
extension from the outer rail
assembly.

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Rail Assembly

Extending the Rails

Quick-Release Tab

Separating
the Inner Rail
Extension

Separating the Sections of the Rack Rails

The chassis package includes two rail assemblies in the rack mounting kit. Each
assembly consists of two sections: an inner fi xed chassis rail that secures directly
to the server chassis and an outer fi xed rack rail that secures directly to the rack
itself (Figure 2-1).

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Installing the Inner Rail Extension

The SC827 chassis includes a set of inner rails in two sections: inner rails and inner
rail extensions. The inner rails are pre-attached to the chassis, and do not interfere
with normal use of the chassis if you decide not to use a server rack. The inner rail
extension is attached to the inner rail to mount the chassis in the rack.

Installing the Inner Rails (Figure 2-2)

1. Place the inner rail extensions on the side of the chassis aligning the hooks
of the chassis with the rail extension holes. Make sure the extension faces
"outward" just like the pre-attached inner rail.

2. Slide the extension toward the front of the chassis.

3. Secure the chassis with 2 screws as illustrated. Repeat steps for the other
inner rail extension.

Figure 2-2: Installing the Inner Rail Extensions

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Outer Rack Rails

Outer rails attach to the rack and hold the chassis in place. The outer rails for the
SC827 chassis extend between 30 inches and 33 inches.

Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack (Figure 2-3)

1. Secure the back end of the outer rail to the rack, using the screws provided.

2. Press the button where the two outer rails are joined to retract the smaller
outer rail.

3. Hang the hooks of the rails onto the rack holes and if desired, use screws to
secure the front of the outer rail onto the rack.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the remaining outer rail.

Figure 2-3. Assembling the Outer Rails

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Figure 2-4: Installing the Rack Rails

Installing the Chassis into a Rack (Figure 2-4)

1. Extend the outer rails as illustrated above.

2. Align the inner rails of the chassis with the outer rails on the rack.

3. Slide the inner rails into the outer rails, keeping the pressure even on both
sides. When the chassis has been pushed completely into the rack, it should
click into the locked position.

4. Optional screws may be used to secure the to hold the front of the chassis to
the rack.

Note: The fi gure above is for illustrative purposes only. Always install servers to
the bottom of the rack fi rst.

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Figure 2-5. Accessing the Inside of the System

2-6 Checking the Serverboard Setup

After you install the SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF 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.

Accessing the inside of the System

Before operating the server for the fi rst time, it is important to remove the protective
fi lm covering the top of the chassis, in order to allow for proper ventilation and

cooling.

Removing the Chassis Cover and Protective Film (Figure 2-5)

1. Remove the two screws which secure the top cover onto the chassis as
shown above.

2. Lift the top cover up and off the chassis.

3. Peel off the protective fi lm covering the top cover and the top of the chassis

4. Check that all ventilation openings on the top cover and the top of the chassis
are clear and unobstructed.

Remove two screws

Check Ventilation
Openings

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Checking the Components and Setup

1. You may have one or two processors already installed into the serverboard.
Each processor needs its own heat sink. See Chapter 5 for instructions on
processor and heat sink installation.

2. Your SuperServer 6027TR-H70QRF/H70FRF/H70RF 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.

3. If desired, you can install add-on cards to the system. See Chapter 5 for
details on installing PCI add-on cards.

4. 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.

2-7 Checking the Drive Bay Setup

Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SAS/SA TA drives
have been properly installed and all connections have been made.

Checking the Drives

1. All drives are accessable from the front of the server. A hard drive can be
installed and removed from the front of the chassis without removing the top
chassis cover.

2. Depending upon your system's confi guration, your system may have one or
more drives already installed. If you need to install hard drives, please refer to
Chapter 6.

Checking the Airfl ow

1. Airfl ow is provided by four hot-swappable 8-cm chassis cooling fans. The
system component layout was carefully designed to direct suffi cient cooling
airfl ow to the components that generate the most heat.

2. 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.

Providing Power

1. Plug the power cord(s) from the power supply unit(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).

2. Depress the power on button on the front of the chassis.

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System Interface

3-1 Overview

There are several LEDs on the control panel and on the drive carriers to keep you
constantly informed of the overall status of the system. SC827 models include
four front panels on the handles of the chassis which control each of the systems.

This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate
response you may need to take.

Figure 3-1: Control Panel

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3-2 Control Panel Button

Power

The main power button on each of the four control panels is used to apply or remove
power from the power supply to each of the four systems in the chassis. Turning off
system power with this button removes the main power, but keeps standby power
supplied to the system. Therefore, you must unplug system before servicing.

3-3 Control Panel LEDs

The four control panels are located on the front handle of the SC827 chassis. Each
control panel has three LEDs. These LEDs provide you with critical information
related to different parts of the system. This section explains what each LED
indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take.

Information LED

See the following table for the status shown by this LED.

Information LED

Status Description

Continously on and red An overheat ocondition has occured. (This may be caused by cable congestion.)
Blinking red (1 Hz) Fan failure: check for an inoperative fan.
Blinking red (0.25 Hz) Power failure: check for an inoperative power supply.
Solid blue Local UID has been activated. Use this function to locate the server in a rack

environment.

Blinking blue (300 msec) Remote UID has been activated. Use this function to locate the server from a

remote location.

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Indicates network activity on the LAN1 port when fl ashing.