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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 6015P-T(R)/
6015P-8(R). Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced
technicians only.
The SuperServer 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R) is a high-end server based on the
SC816A-(R)700/SC816S-(R)700 1U rackmount chassis and the X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8,
a dual processor serverboard that supports Intel
sors at a Front Side (System) Bus speed of 1333/1066/667 MHz and up to 32 GB
of FBD ECC DDR2-667/533 SDRAM.
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Xeon® 5100/5000 series proces-
Preface
Manual Organization
Chapter 1: Introduction
The fi rst chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with the serv-
er system and describes the main features of the X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8 serverboard
and the SC816A-(R)700/SC816S-(R)700 chassis, which comprise the SuperServer
6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R).
Chapter 2: Server Installation
This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 6015P-
T(R)/6015P-8(R) into a rack and check out the server confi guration prior to pow-
ering 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
SuperServer 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R).
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8 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 SC816A-(R)700/SC816S-(R)700
server chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when install-
ing, removing or reconfi guring SATA/SCSI 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 informa-
tion on running the CMOS Setup Utility.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes
Appendix C: Software Installation
Appendix D: System Specifi cations
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Table of Contents
Preface
About This Manual ...................................................................................................... iii
Manual Organization ................................................................................................... iii
Chapter 1: Introduction
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2 Serverboard Features ..................................................................................... 1-2
1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................ 1-3
1-4 Contacting Supermicro ................................................................................... 1-6
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 Installing the System into a Rack ................................................................... 2-4
2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup ................................................................... 2-8
2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup ..................................................................... 2-10
Chapter 3: System Interface
3-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 3-1
3-2 Control Panel Buttons .................................................................................... 3-1
UID ........................................................................................................... 3-1
Power ....................................................................................................... 3-1
3-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................ 3-2
UID ........................................................................................................... 3-2
Overheat/Fan Fail .................................................................................... 3-2
NIC2 ......................................................................................................... 3-2
NIC1 ......................................................................................................... 3-2
HDD .......................................................................................................... 3-3
Power ....................................................................................................... 3-3
3-4 SATA/SCSI Drive Carrier LEDs ...................................................................... 3-3
Chapter 4: System Safety
4-1 Electrical Safety Precautions .......................................................................... 4-1
4-2 General Safety Precautions ........................................................................... 4-2
4-3 ESD Safety Precautions ................................................................................. 4-3
4-4 Operating Precautions .................................................................................... 4-4
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Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
5-1 Handling the Serverboard .............................................................................. 5-1
5-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation ............................................................... 5-2
5-3 Connecting Cables ......................................................................................... 5-5
Connecting Data Cables .......................................................................... 5-5
Connecting Power Cables ....................................................................... 5-5
Connecting the Control Panel .................................................................. 5-6
5-4 I/O Ports ......................................................................................................... 5-7
5-5 Installing Memory ........................................................................................... 5-7
5-6 Adding PCI Cards ........................................................................................... 5-9
5-7 Serverboard Details ........................................................................................ 5-9
X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8 Layout ...................................................................... 5-10
X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8 Quick Reference ...................................................... 5-11
5-8 Connector Defi nitions ................................................................................... 5-12
Primary ATX Power Connector .............................................................. 5-12
Auxiliary Power Connector ..................................................................... 5-12
NMI Button ............................................................................................. 5-12
Power LED ............................................................................................. 5-12
HDD LED ............................................................................................... 5-13
NIC1 LED ............................................................................................... 5-13
NIC2 LED ............................................................................................... 5-13
Overheat/Fan Fail LED .......................................................................... 5-13
Power Fail LED ...................................................................................... 5-13
UID Button and LED .............................................................................. 5-14
Power Button .......................................................................................... 5-14
Universal Serial Bus (USB0/1) ............................................................... 5-14
Chassis Intrusion .................................................................................... 5-14
Serial Ports ............................................................................................. 5-15
Fan Headers .......................................................................................... 5-15
Extra Universal Serial Bus Headers ...................................................... 5-15
ATX PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Ports .................................................. 5-16
Overheat LED ........................................................................................ 5-16
Wake-On-LAN ........................................................................................ 5-16
Wake-On-Ring ........................................................................................ 5-16
SMB ........................................................................................................ 5-17
LAN1/2 ................................................................................................... 5-17
Alarm Reset ........................................................................................... 5-17
Compact Flash Power Header ............................................................... 5-17
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5-9 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................ 5-18
Explanation of Jumpers ......................................................................... 5-18
CMOS Clear ........................................................................................... 5-18
VGA Enable/Disable ............................................................................... 5-18
Watch Dog Enable/Disable .................................................................... 5-19
Compact Flash Master/Slave ................................................................. 5-19
LAN Enable/Disable ............................................................................... 5-19
SCSI Controller Enable/Disable ............................................................. 5-20
SCSI Termination Enable/Disable .......................................................... 5-20
SMBus to PCI Slots ............................................................................... 5-20
5-10 Onboard Indicators ....................................................................................... 5-21
LAN1/LAN2 LEDs .................................................................................. 5-21
Unit Identifi er .......................................................................................... 5-21
5-11 Floppy, IDE, SATA and SCSI Drive Connections ......................................... 5-22
Floppy Connector ................................................................................... 5-22
IDE Connectors ...................................................................................... 5-23
SATA Ports ............................................................................................. 5-23
Ultra320 SCSI Ports ............................................................................... 5-24
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices ................................................................................. 6-1
6-2 Control Panel .................................................................................................. 6-2
6-3 System Fans ................................................................................................... 6-3
System Fan Failure .................................................................................. 6-3
Replacing System Fans ........................................................................... 6-3
6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal ...................................................................... 6-4
Accessing the Drive Bays ........................................................................ 6-4
SATA/SCSI Drive Installation ................................................................... 6-5
DVD-ROM and Floppy Drive Installation ................................................. 6-7
6-5 Power Supply ................................................................................................. 6-8
6015P-TR/6015P-8R: Power Supply Failure ........................................... 6-8
6015P-TR/6015P-8R: Removing/Replacing the Power Supply ............... 6-8
6015P-T/6015P-8: Power Supply Failure ................................................ 6-9
6015P-T/6015P-8: Removing/Replacing the Power Supply .................... 6-9
Chapter 7: BIOS
7-1 Introduction ..................................................................................................... 7-1
7-2 Running Setup ................................................................................................ 7-2
7-3 Main BIOS Setup ............................................................................................ 7-2
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7-4 Advanced Setup ............................................................................................. 7-6
7-5 Security ......................................................................................................... 7-18
7-6 Boot .............................................................................................................. 7-19
7-7 Exit ................................................................................................................ 7-20
Appendices:
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes
Appendix C: Software Installation
Appendix D: System Specifi cations
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The SuperServer 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R) is a high-end server that is comprised
of two main subsystems: the SC816A-(R)700/SC816S-(R)700 1U server chassis
and the X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8 Intel Xeon serverboard. Please refer to our web site for
information on operating systems that have been certifi ed for use with the 6015P-
T(R)/6015P-8(R).
In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have been
included with the SuperServer 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R), as listed below:
Four (4) 40-mm hot-swap chassis fans (FAN-0085)
One (1) 3.5" fl oppy drive [FPD-TEAC-S(B)]
One (1) DVD ROM drive [DVM-PNSC-824(B)]
One (1) front control panel cable (CBL-0087)
Serial ATA Accessories [6015P-T(R) only]
One (1) backplane (CSE-SAS-816A)
Four (4) hot-swap drive carriers [CSE-PT39(B)]
One (1) IPASS SAS cable (CBL-0108L-02)
SCSI Accessories [6015P-8(R) only]
One (1) SCSI backplane (CSE-SCA-814S)
Four (4) hot-swap drive carriers [CSE-PT39(B)]
One (1) Ultra320 SCSI cable (CBL-0063L)
Two (2) CPU passive heatsinks (SNK-P0017)
One (1) bundled rackmount kit [CSE-PT51(B)]
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1-2 Serverboard Features
At the heart of the SuperServer 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R) lies the X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8,
a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel 5000P chipset and designed to pro-
vide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8.
(See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the Intel 5000P chipset.)
Processors
The X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8 supports single or dual Intel dual-core Xeon 5100/5000
series processors. Please refer to the serverboard description pages on our web
site for a complete listing of supported processors (www.supermicro.com).
Memory
The X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8 has eight 240-pin DIMM slots that can support up to 32
GB of ECC FBD (Fully Buffered DIMMs) DDR2-667 or DDR2-533 SDRAM. The
memory is an interleaved confi guration, which requires modules of the same size
and speed to be installed in pairs.
Serial ATA (SATA)
A SATA controller is integrated into the South Bridge of the 5000P chipset to
provide a six-port Serial ATA subsystem, which is RAID 0, 1, 10 and 5 supported.
The Serial ATA 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 Serial ATA drives.
Onboard SCSI (6015P-8/6015P-8R only)
An onboard Adaptec AIC-7902 dual-channel SCSI controller in integrated into the
X7DBP-8, which supports 80-pin SCA Ultra320 SCSI hard drives. (Standard 1"
drives are supported. SCA = Single Connection Attachment.) The SCSI drives are
connected to an SCA backplane that provides power, bus termination and confi gura-
tion settings. The SCSI 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 SCSI drives.
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PCI Expansion Slots
The X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8 has two Universal PCI slots (two PCI-Express x8 slots and
two PCI-X 133 MHz slots). On the X7DBP-8, the green PCI-X slot supports Zero
Channel RAID cards. The system supports the use of one standard size PCI-X
133 MHz or PCI-Express x8 add-on card and one low profi le PCI-X 133 MHz or
PCI-Express x8 add-on card (with pre-installed riser cards). See Section 5-6 for
details.
Onboard Controllers/Ports
One fl oppy drive controller and one onboard ATA/133 controller are provided to sup-
port up to two 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, two USB 2.0 ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two gigabit
Ethernet ports. A UID button is included beside the COM1 port.
ATI Graphics Controller
The X7DBP-i/X7DBP-8 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 moni-
tors, a chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU
overheat sensors, virus protection and BIOS rescue.
1-3 Server Chassis Features
The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC816A-(R)700/
SC816S-(R)700 server chassis.
System Power: 6015P-T/6015P-8
The SC816A-700 and SC816S-700 (6015P-T/6015P-8) both feature a single 700W
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.
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System Power: 6015P-TR/6015P-8R
The SC816A-R700 and SC816S-R700 (6015P-TR/6015P-8R) feature redundant
700W power supplies consisting of two power modules. The system does not need
to be shut down when replacing or removing a single power supply module.
SATA/SCSI Subsystem
The SC816 chassis supports up to four SATA or SCSI drives. The SATA/SCSI
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 hot-
swap capability of the SATA/SCSI drives.
Front Control Panel
The SC816A-(R)700/SC816S-(R)700's control panel provides you with system
monitoring and control. LEDs indicate UID, system power, HDD activity, network
activity (2) and overheat/fan failure. A main power button and a UID button are
also included.
I/O Backplane
Ports on the I/O backplane include one COM port, a VGA port, two USB ports, PS/2
mouse and keyboard ports, two gigabit Ethernet ports and a UID button/LED. An
external SCSI port is also included on the SC816S-(R)700.
Cooling System
The SC816A-(R)700/SC816S-(R)700 chassis has an innovative cooling design that
features four sets of 40-mm counter-rotating fans located in the middle section of
the chassis. There is a "Fan Speed Control Mode" setting in BIOS (see Chapter
7) that allows chassis fan speed to be determined by system temperature. The
power supply module(s) also includes a cooling fan.
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Figure 1-1. Intel 5000P/ESB2 Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
Slot 6: PCI-Exp x8/SEPC
Slot 2: PCI-X
LAN Ports (2)
Slot 5: PCI-Express x8
Slot 4: PCI-Express x8
AIC
7902
PXH
Slot 1: PCI-X
Slot 3: PCI- X
82563
CPU1
PCI-Exp
x8
PCI-Exp
x8
PCI-Exp
x4
PCI-Exp
x8
PCI-X 133
Kumeran
1067/1333 MT/s
5000P
MCH
PCI -E x 8
ESB2
PCI 32
ES
1000
CPU2
FBD CH0
FBD CH1
FBD CH2
FBD CH3
PCI -E x 4
3.0 Gb/s
ATA 100
USB 2.0
LPC
FB D DI MM Ban k1
DDR2
SATA Ports (6)
IDE Ports (2)
USB Ports (5)
S I/O BIOS
FB D DI MM Ban k2
FB D DI MM Ban k3
FB D DI MM Ban k4
Note: the AIC-7902 SCSI controller is included with the 6015P-8/6015P-8R (X7DBP-
8 serverboard) only.
Kybd/
Mouse
1-5
Floppy
COM
Ports (2)
Parallel
Port
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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)
support@supermicro.com (Technical Support)
Web Site: www.supermicro.com
Europe
Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.
Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML
's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands
Tel: +31 (0) 73-6400390
Fax: +31 (0) 73-6416525
Email: sales@supermicro.nl (General Information)
support@supermicro.nl (Technical Support)
rma@supermicro.nl (Customer Support)
Asia-Pacifi c
Address: Super Micro, Taiwan
4F, No. 232-1, Liancheng Rd.
Chung-Ho 235, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: +886-(2) 8226-3990
Fax: +886-(2) 8226-3991
Web Site: www.supermicro.com.tw
Technical Support:
Email: support@supermicro.com.tw
Tel: 886-2-8228-1366, ext.132 or 139
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Chapter 2
Server Installation
2-1 Overview
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 6015P-T(R)/
6015P-8(R) 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, pro-
cessors, 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 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R) 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 6015P-T(R)/6015P-
8(R). 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. Be sure to read the Rack
and Server Precautions in the next section.
2-3 Preparing for Setup
The box the SuperServer 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R) 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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Choosing a Setup Location
- 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 according
to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.
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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 simul-
taneously 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/SCSI 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
Ambient Operating Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera-
ture 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 tempera-
ture (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 connec-
tions other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of power
strips, etc.).
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2-4 Installing the System into a Rack
This section provides information on installing the 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R) into a
rack unit with the rack rails provided. If the system 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.
You should also refer to the installation instructions that came with the rack unit
you are using.
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails
You should have received two rack 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 (see Figure 2-1). Two pairs of short brackets to be used on the front side of
the outer rails are also included.
Installing the Inner Rails
Both the left and right side inner rails have been pre-attached to the chassis.
Proceed to the next step.
Figure 2-1. Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails
(right side rail shown)
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Installing the Outer Rails
Begin by measuring the distance from the front rail to the rear rail of the rack. Attach
a short bracket to the front side of the right outer rail and a long bracket to the rear
side of the right outer rail. Adjust both the short and long brackets to the proper
distance so that the rail can fi t snugly into the rack. Secure the short bracket to the
front side of the outer rail with two M4 screws and the long bracket to the rear side
of the outer rail with three M4 screws. Repeat these steps for the left outer rail.
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.
Figure 2-2. Installing the Rack Rails
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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 chas-
sis 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
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Installing the Server into a Telco Rack
To install the 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R) into a Telco type rack, use two L-shaped
brackets on either side of the chassis (four total). First, determine how far follow
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 telco rack. Finish by sliding the chassis into the rack and tightening
the brackets to the rack.
Figure 2-4. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack
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2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup
After you install the 6015P-T(R)/6015P-8(R) in the rack, you will need to open the
top cover to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections
have been made.
1. Accessing the inside of the system (see Figure 2-5)
First, grasp the two handles on either side and pull the system straight out until it
locks (you will hear a "click"). Next, depress the two buttons on the top of the chas-
sis to release the top cover (1). Push the cover away from you (toward the rear of
the chassis) until it stops (2). You can then lift the top cover from the chassis to
gain full access to the inside of the server.
To remove the system from the rack completely, depress the locking tabs in the
chassis rails (push the right-side tab down and the left-side tab up) to continue to
pull the system out past the locked position.
2. Check the CPUs (processors)
You may have one or two processors already installed in the serverboard. Each
processor needs a heatsink installed. See Chapter 5 for instructions on processor
and heatsink installation.
3. Check the system memory
Your 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. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections.
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Figure 2-5. Accessing the Inside of the System
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2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup
Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SATA/SCSI
drives and SATA/SCSI backplane 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
SATA/SCSI 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 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 SATA/SCSI disk drives
Depending upon your system's confi guration, your system may have one or
more drives already installed. If you need to install SATA/SCSI drives, please
refer to Chapter 6.
4. Check the airfl ow
Airfl ow is provided by fi ve sets of 40-mm fans (each set of fans consists of two
fans that are mounted back to back). The system component layout was care-
fully designed to direct suffi cient cooling airfl ow to the components 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) source.
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System Interface
3-1 Overview
There are several LEDs on the chassis control panel as well as others on the
SATA/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. 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 UID button and a power on/off button.
UID:
the front and rear of the chassis for easy system location in large stack confi gura-
tions. The LED will remain on until the button is pushed a second time. Another
UID button on the rear of the chassis serves the same function.
Depressing the UID (unit identifi er) button illuminates an LED on both
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.
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3-3 Control Panel LEDs
The control panel located on the front of the SC816A-(R)700/SC816S-(R)700 chas-
sis has six LEDs, which 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.
UID: This LED turns on when either the front or the rear UID button is pushed.
Pushing either button a second time will turn this LED off.
Overheat/Fan Fail: When this LED fl ashes it indicates a fan failure. When
on continuously (on and not fl ashing) 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 prop-
erly (see Chapter 5). This LED will remain fl ashing or on as long as the overheat
condition exists.
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NIC2: Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when fl ashing.
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NIC1: Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when fl ashing.
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HDD: Indicates hard drive activity. On the SuperServer 6015P-T(R)/6015P-
8(R) this light indicates SATA/SCSI and/or DVD-ROM drive activity when fl ashing.
Power: Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply
module(s). With the 6015P-8/6015P-T, this LED should always be green when the
system is operating. On the 6015P-8R/6015P-TR, this LED turns amber in the event
of a power supply failure or if a power supply cord is disconnected or loose.
3-4 SATA/SCSI Drive Carrier LEDs
6015P-T(R): Each Serial ATA drive carrier has two LEDs.
Green: When illuminated, the green LED on the front of the SATA drive car-
rier indicates drive activity. A connection to the SATA 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 SATA drive fails, you
should be notifi ed by your system management software. Please refer to Chapter
6 for instructions on replacing failed SATA drives.
6015P-8(R): Each SCSI drive carrier has two LEDs.
Green: When illuminated, the green LED on the front of the SCSI drive car-
rier indicates drive activity. A connection to the SCSI SCA backplane enables this
LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed.
Red: The SAF-TE compliant backplane activates the red LED to indicate a
drive failure. If one of the SCSI drives fail, you should be notifi ed by your system
management software. Please refer to Chapter 6 for instructions on replacing failed
SCSI drives.
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