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This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 5015B-MR. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
The SuperServer 5015B-MR is a high-end single processor 1U rackmount server
based on the SC512-200 server chassis and the X7SBi motherboard. The X7SBi
supports single Intel
speeds of 1333/1066/800 MHz.
® Xeon ® 300 0 Series/3200 Series Processor at system bus
Preface
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 Super X7SBi motherboard
and the SC512-200 chassis.
Chapter 2: Server Installation
This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 5015B-MR
into a rack and check out the server confi guration prior to powering up the system. If
your server was ordered without the processor and memory components, this chapter will refer you to the appropriate sections of the manual for their installation.
Chapter 3: System Interface
Refer to this chapter 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
SuperServer 5015B-MR.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7SBi motherboard, including the
locations and functions of connectors, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter
when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfi guring the
motherboard.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC512-200 1U rackmount server
chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing or reconfi guring Serial ATA 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 POST Messages
Appendix B BIOS POST Codes
Appendix C System Specifi cations
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Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The Supermicro SuperServer 5015B-MR is a high-end single processor, 1U rackmount server with state-of-the-art features. The 5015B-MR is comprised of two
main subsystems: the SC512-200 1U chassis and the X7SBi motherboard. Please
refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certifi ed
for use with the 5015B-MR.
In addition to the mainboard and chassis, various hardware components may have
been included with the 5015B-MR, as listed below.
One CPU heatsink (SNK-P0016P)
One (1) 10-cm blower fan (FAN-0059)
One (1) air shroud (MCP-310-00035-01)
One (1) SATA cable (CBL-0061L)
One (1) riser card for PCI-Express x8 add-on card (CSE-RR1U-ELi)
One (1) riser card for PCI-X add-on card (CSE-RR1U-Xi)
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Optional
Rackmount hardware with screws (CSE-PT8)
Note: a complete list of safety warnings is provided on the Supermicro web site at
At the heart of the SuperServer 5015B-MR lies the X7SBi, a single processor
motherboard based upon Intel's E3210 chipset. Below are the main features of
the X7SBi.
Processor
The X7SBi supports single Intel Xeon 3200/3000 Series LGA775 processors at
system bus speeds of 1333, 1066 and 800 MHz. Please refer to the motherboard
specifi cations pages on our web site for updates on supported processors.
Memory
The X7SBi has four 240-pin DIMM slots that can support up to 8 GB of unbuffered
ECC DDR2-800/667 SDRAM.
Onboard SATA
A SATA controller is built in to the ICH9R portion of the chipset to provide support
for a six port, 3 Gb/sec Se ria l ATA sub system, whi ch is R A ID 0, 1, 5 and 10 supported. The SATA drives are hot-swappable units. Note: The operating system
you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-swap capability and RAID
function of the SATA drives.
PCI Expansion Slots
The X7SBi has one universal PCI-Express x8 slot, one 64-bit 133 MHz PCI-X slot
and one PCI 33 MHz slot.
Onboard Controllers/Ports
An onboard IDE controller supports one fl oppy drive and up to two Ultra ATA 100
hard drives or ATAPI devices. Onboard I/O backpanel ports include one COM port,
a VGA port, two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two Gigabit LAN
(NIC) ports.
Other Features
Other onboard features that promote system health include voltage monitors, a
chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU
overheat sensors, virus protection and BIOS rescue.
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Figure 1-1 . Intel 3210 Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
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1-3 Server Chassis Features
The SC512-200 is a mini 1U rackmount server platform confi guration. The following
is a general outline of the main features of the SC512-200 chassis.
System Power
When confi gured as a SuperServer 5015B-MF, the SC512-200 chassis includes a
single 200W power supply.
Serial ATA Subsystem
The SC512-200 chassis was designed to support one internal 3.5" Serial ATA hard
drive. This Serial ATA drive is not hot-swappable; power must be removed from
the system before installing or replacing. ATA/100 IDE drives can be alternately
supported.
Note: The operati ng system yo u use must h ave R AID su ppor t to e nable t he hotswap capability of the Serial ATA drives.
Control Panel
The control panel on the SC512-200 provides important system monitoring and
control information. LEDs indicate power on, network activity , hard disk drive activity ,
overheat warning and fan failure. A main power button and a system reset button are
also included. Below the control panel are two USB ports for front side access.
Rear I/O Panel
The rear I/O panel on the SC512-200 provides one motherboard expansion slot, one
COM port (another is internal), two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports, a
graphics port and two Gb Ethernet ports.
Cooling System
The SC512-200 chassis has an innovative cooling design that features one 10-cm
blower-type system cooling fan. The blower fan plugs into a chassis fan header
on the motherboard and an air shroud channels the airfl ow to effi ciently cool the
processor area.
A fan speed control setting in BIOS allows fan speed to be determined by system
temperature [the recommended setting is 3-pn (Server)].
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1-4 Contacting Supermicro
Headquarters
Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
980 Rock Ave.
San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.
Tel:+1 (408) 503-8000
Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008
Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information)
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 5015B-MR
up and running. Following the steps in the order given should enable you to have
the system operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick setup assumes
that your 5015B-MR system has come to you with the processor and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a motherboard, processor,
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 SuperServer 5015B-MR 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 5015BMR. 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 SuperServer 5015B-MR does not ship with a rack rail hardware package as
the system can be rack mounted without the use of rails. An optional rack rail
package is available if you wish to order from Supermicro. Follow the steps in the
order given to complete the installation process in a minimal amount of time. Please
read this section in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure outlined
in the sections that follow.
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
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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.
2-4 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 si-
multaneously 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 SATA drives and power supply modules 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.).
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2-5 Installing the System into a Rack
(Rack hardware optional)
This section provides information on installing the SuperServer 5015B-MR into a
rack unit. If the system has already been mounted into a rack, you can skip ahead
to Sections 2-5 and 2-6.
Basic Installation Procedure
The 5015B-MR server comes with two rack mounting brackets, which are located on
each side at the front of the chassis. To mount the system into a rack, simply screw
these brackets directly to the front of the rack (two screws for each bracket).
Installing with Rackmount Kit
This section is only for customers that have the optional rack mount kit (CSE-PT8).
Each of these assemblies consist of two sections: an inner rail that secures to the
chassis and an outer rail that secures directly to the rack itself (see Figure 2-1).
This is a guideline for installing the unit into a rack with the optional rack kit. You
should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit you
are using. Be aware that there are a variety of rack units on the market, which may
mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly.
Figure 2-1. Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails
B
A
Warning: do not pick up the server with the front handles. They are designed to pull the system from a rack only.
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Installing the Chassis Rails
The two rail sections must be detached from each other prior to installation: depress
the locking tab on the inner rail to release it from its locked position then pull the two
rails completely apart. Do this for both the left and right side rack rail assemblies.
Position the fi xed chassis rail sections you just removed along the side of the
chassis making sure the three screw holes line up.
left/right specifi c. Screw the rail securely to the side of the chassis (see Figure
2-2). Repeat this procedure for the other rail on the other side of the chassis.
You will also need to attach the rail brackets when installing into a telco rack.
Locking Tabs: Both 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.
Note that these two rails are
Figure 2-2. Installing Chassis Rails
Installing the Rack Rails
Determine where you want to place the 5015B-MR in the rack (see Rack and Server
Precautions in Section 2-3). Position the fi xed rack rail/sliding rail guide assemblies
at the desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing the inside
of the rack. Screw the assembly securely to the rack using the brackets provided.
Attach the other assembly to the other side of the rack, making sure that both are
at the exact same height and with the rail guides facing inward.
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Installing the Server into the Rack
You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack unit. 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 2-3.
When the server has been pushed completely into the rack, you should hear the
locking tabs "click".
Figure 2-3. Installing the Server into a Rack: Basic
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.
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Figure 2-4. Installing the Server into a Rack: w/ Rackmount Kit
Installing the Server into a Telco Rack
To install the SuperServer 5015B-MR 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. See Figure 2-5.
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 2-5. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack: Basic
2-6 Checking the Motherboard Setup
After you install the 5015B-MR in the rack, you will need to open the unit to make
sure the motherboard is properly installed and all the connections have been
made.
Accessing the Inside of the System (Figure 2-7)
1. Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it
locks (you will hear a "click").
2. Remove the screws from the lips on either side of the chassis top cover,
located at the front of the chassis.
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Figure 2-6. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack: w/ Rackmount Kit
3. Next, depress the two buttons on the top of the chassis to release the top
cover while pushing the cover away from you until it stops. You can then lift
the top cover from the chassis to gain full access to the inside of the server.
Checking the Components
1. You may have one processor already installed into the system board. The
processor should have its own heatsink attached. See Chapter 5 for instructions on processor installation.
2. Your 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 an add-on card to the system. See Chapter 5 for
details on installing a PCI add-on card.
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Figure 2-7. Accessing the Inside of the System
4. Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking the airfl ow. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections. Also, check
the air seals for damage. The air seals are located under the blower fan and
beneath the frame cross section that separates the drive bay area from the
motherboard area of the chassis.
2-7 Checking the Drive Bay Setup
Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the Serial ATA drive
have been properly installed and all essential connections have been made.
Checking the Drives
1. For servicing the Serial ATA and DVD-ROM drives, you will need to remove
the top chassis cover. The Serial ATA disk drive is located at the front left side
of the chassis.
2. Refer to Chapter 6 if you need to reinstall a DVD-ROM drive to the system.
3. Depending upon your system's confi guration, your system may have a Serial
ATA hard drive already installed. If you need to install a Serial ATA hard drive,
please refer to the appropriate section in Chapter 6.
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Checking the Airfl ow
1. Airfl ow is provided by one 10-cm input fan. The system component layout
was carefully designed to promote suffi cient airfl ow through the small 1U
rackmount space.
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 fan.
Providing Power
1. The last thing you must do is to provide input power to the system. Plug the
power cord from the power supply unit into a high-quality power strip that offers protection from electrical noise and power surges.
2. It is recommended that you use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
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Notes
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Chapter 3
System Interface
3-1 Overview
There are several LEDs on the control panel to keep you constantly informed of
the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specifi c com-
ponents. There are also two buttons on the chassis control panel. This chapter
explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate response you
may need to take.
3-2 Control Panel Buttons
There are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis. These are (in order
from left to right) a reset button and a power on/off button.
Reset
The reset switch reboots the system.
Power
This is the main power switch, which is used to apply or turn off the main system
power. T urning off system power with this button removes the main power but keeps
standby power supplied to the system.
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3-3 Control Panel LEDs
The control panel located on the front of the SC512-200 chassis has fi ve 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.
Overheat
When this LED is illuminated, it indicates an overheat condition, which may be
caused by cables obstructing the airfl ow in the system or the am bient r oom tem -
peratur e bein g too war m. Che ck th e rout ing of th e cab les an d make sure a ll fans
are pres ent and o per atin g nor mall y. You should al so ch eck t o make sure t hat th e
chass is covers are i nstalled. Fi nally, verify th at the heatsin ks are install ed prop erly (see Chapter 5). This LED will remain on as long as the overheat condition
exists.
NIC2
Indicates network activity on LAN2 when fl ashing
NIC1
Indicates network activity on LAN1 when fl ashing.
HDD
Channel activity for all HDDs. This light indicates DVD-ROM or IDE drive activity
when fl ashing.
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Power
Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED
should normally be illuminated when the system is operating.
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