Super Micro SYS-6016T-MR User Manual

SUPER

SUPERSERVER 6016T-MR

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USER’S MANUAL

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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 6016T-MR. In­stallation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.

The SuperServer 6016T-MR is a 1U rackmount server based on the SC512F-520B
server chassis and the Super X8DTL-i serverboard. Please refer to our web site for
updates on supported processors.

Manual Organization

Preface

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 X8DTL-i serverboard
and the SC512F-520B chassis.

Chapter 2: Server Installation

This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 6016T-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 6016T-MR.

Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X8DTL-i serverboard, 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
serverboard.

Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC512F-520B chassis. Y ou should
follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing or reconfi gur-
ing 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 Error Codes

Appendix B: Installing Windows

Appendix C: System Specifi cations

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

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

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

Processor ........................................................................................................1-2

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

Serial ATA ....................................................................................................... 1-2

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

Backpanel Ports ..............................................................................................1-2

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

Serial ATA Subsystem ..................................................................................... 1-4

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

Rear I/O Panel ................................................................................................ 1-4

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

1-4 Contacting Supermicro .................................................................................... 1-5

Chapter 2 Server Installation

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Basic Installation Procedure ........................................................................... 2-4

Installing with Rackmount Kit .......................................................................... 2-5

2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup ....................................................................2-9

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

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Reset ...............................................................................................................3-1

Power ..............................................................................................................3-1

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

Overheat/Fan Fail ...........................................................................................3-2

NIC2 ................................................................................................................3-2

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

HDD ................................................................................................................. 3-3

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

Chapter 4 System Safety

4-1 Electrical Safety Precautions .......................................................................... 4-1

4-2 General Safety Precautions ............................................................................4-2

4-3 ESD Precautions .............................................................................................4-3

4-4 Operating Precautions .................................................................................... 4-4

Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup

5-1 Handling the Serverboard ...............................................................................5-1

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

Unpacking .......................................................................................................5-2

5-2 Serverboard Installation ..................................................................................5-2

5-3 Connecting Cables ..........................................................................................5-3

Connecting Data Cables .................................................................................5-3

Connecting Power Cables .............................................................................. 5-3

Connecting the Control Panel ......................................................................... 5-3

5-4 Rear I/O Ports .................................................................................................5-4

5-5 Installing the Processor and Heatsink ............................................................ 5-5

Installing an LGA1366 Processor ................................................................... 5-5

Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink ................................................................. 5-7

Removing the Heatsink ................................................................................... 5-8

5-6 Installing Memory Modules ............................................................................. 5-9

Installing & Removing DIMMs .........................................................................5-9

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

Populating DIMMs ....................................................................................5-10

5-7 Adding PCI Cards ..........................................................................................5-11

5-8 Serverboard Details ...................................................................................... 5-12

Serverboard Layout .......................................................................................5-12

X8DTL-i Quick Reference .............................................................................5-13

5-9 Connector Defi nitions ................................................................................... 5-14

ATX Power Connector .............................................................................. 5-14

Processor Power Connector ...................................................................5-14

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PW_ON Connector ...................................................................................5-14

Reset Connector ......................................................................................5-14

Power Fail LED ........................................................................................ 5-15

Overheat LED (OH) ..................................................................................5-15

NIC2 (LAN2) LED .....................................................................................5-15

NIC1 (LAN1) LED .....................................................................................5-15

HDD LED ..................................................................................................5-15

Power On LED ......................................................................................... 5-16

NMI Button ...............................................................................................5-16

Fan Headers .............................................................................................5-16

ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports ............................................5-16

Chassis Intrusion ...................................................................................... 5-16

Universal Serial Bus (USB) ...................................................................... 5-17

Serial Ports ............................................................................................... 5-17

Wake-On-LAN ..........................................................................................5-17

Onboard Speaker (SP1) ...........................................................................5-18

Power LED/Speaker ................................................................................. 5-18

SGPIO Headers .......................................................................................5-18

I-Button .....................................................................................................5-18

LAN1/2 (Ethernet Ports) ........................................................................... 5-19

Power SMB (I

2

C) Header ......................................................................... 5-19

IPMB .........................................................................................................5-19

Overheat LED/Fan Fail (JOH1) ................................................................5-19

Unit Identifi er Button ................................................................................. 5-19

5-10 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................5-20

Explanation of Jumpers ................................................................................ 5-20

CMOS Clear .............................................................................................5-20

VGA Enable/Disable .................................................................................5-20

LAN1/LAN2 Enable/Disable ..................................................................... 5-21

Watch Dog ................................................................................................5-21

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C Bus to PCI/PCI-Exp. Slots ................................................................. 5-21

5-11 Onboard Indicators ........................................................................................5-22

LAN1/LAN2 LEDs .....................................................................................5-22

Onboard Power LED ............................................................................... 5-22

Rear UID LED .........................................................................................5-22

5-12 SATA Port Connections .................................................................................5-23

SATA Ports ............................................................................................... 5-23

5-13 Installing Software .........................................................................................5-24

Supero Doctor III ........................................................................................... 5-25

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Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup

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

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

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

6-3 System Fans ...................................................................................................6-3

System Fan Failure ......................................................................................... 6-3

6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal .......................................................................6-4

Accessing the Drive Bays ...............................................................................6-4

DVD-ROM Drive Installation ........................................................................... 6-5

6-5 Power Supply .................................................................................................. 6-7

Power Supply Failure ...................................................................................... 6-7

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 Main Setup ...................................................................................................... 7-2

7-3 Advanced Setup Confi gurations...................................................................... 7-4

7-4 Security Settings ...........................................................................................7-23

7-5 Boot Confi guration ........................................................................................ 7-24

7-6 Exit Options ...................................................................................................7-26

Appendix A BIOS Post Error Codes
Appendix B Installing Windows
Appendix C System Specifi cations

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview

The Supermicro SuperServer 6016T-MR is a 1U rackmount server designed for
optimal space effi ciency. The 6016T-MR is comprised of two main subsystems: the
SC512F-520B 1U chassis and the X8DTL-i serverboard. Please refer to our web
site for information on operating systems that have been certifi ed for use with the
6016T-MR.

In addition to the mainboard and chassis, various hardware components may have
been included with the 6016T-MR, as listed below.

Two CPU heatsink (SNK-P0037P)

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Four (4) 4-cm fans (FAN-0087L4) •

One (1) air shroud (CSE-PT0118L) •

SATA Accessories: •
One (1) internal SATA backplane (BPN-SAS-815TQ)
One (1) set of SATA cables (CBL-0186L)
One (1) SGPIO cable (CBL-0157L)
Four (4) SATA drive carriers [CSE-PT39 (B)]

One (1) PCI-E x8 slot riser card (CSE-RR1U-E8)

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One (1) CD containing drivers and utilities•

SuperServer 6016T-MR User's Manual•

Optional:

Rackmount kit (MCP-290-00004-03)

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Note: "B" indicates black.

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1-2 Serverboard Features

The X8DTL-i is a dual processor serverboard based upon Intel's 5500 + ICH10R
chipset. Below are the main features of the X8DTL-i.

Processor

The X8DTL-i supports single or dual two Intel® 5500 Series processors in LGA1366
sockets. Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors
(www.supermicro.com).

Memory

The X8DTL-i has six 240-pin DIMM slots that can support up to 24 GB of ECC
registered DDR3-1333/1066/800 SDRAM.

Serial ATA

An on-chip (ICH10R) SATA controller is integrated into the X8DTL-i to provide a
six-port, 3 Gb/sec SATA subsystem, which is RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 supported. The
SATA drives are hot-swappable units. For more information on SATA HostRAID
confi guration, please refer to the Intel SATA HostRAID User's Guide posted on our
website at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/.

Note: You must have RAID set up to enable the hot-swap capability of the SATA
drives.

PCI Expansion Slots

The X8DTL-i has two PCI Express 2.0 x8 slots, one PCI Express 2.0 x4 slot, one
PCI Express x4 slot and two PCI 33 MHz slots. One of these slots may be popu­lated with a PCI-E x16 riser card (included) to support a PCI expansion card with
a PCI-E x8 signal.

Backpanel Ports

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. A UID button is
also included on the backpanel.

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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.

Figure 1-1 . Intel 5500 Chipset: System Block Diagram

Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.

Gen 2 x8

D

E

DDR3 DIMM

PCI-E x8 (Slot 4)

F

DDR3 DIMM

DDR3 DIMM

A

Port

1

1,2

CSI

Ports

CPU2

LGA1366

Port 0

9,10

B

C

DDR3 DIMM

DDR3 DIMM

DDR3 DIMM

PCI-E x8 (Slot 5)

CPU1

LGA1366

Gen 2 x4

Ports

Intel 5500

Gen 2 x8

PCI-E x16 (Slot 6)

PCI 32bit_33MHz

Ports

7,8

ESI

DMI

CLINK

CLIN

ICH10R

ATMEL

AT25DF321

SPI

Gen 1 x4

Ports 1-4

Port 5

Port 6

PCI-E x8 (Slot 3)

x1

82574L

x1

82574L

RJ45

RJ45

PCI 33 (Slot 2)

PCI 33 (Slot 1)

COM1

COM2

RJ45

BMC

VGA CONN

SATA

SATA #1
SATA #2
SATA #3
SATA #4
SATA #5
SATA #6

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USB

Rear

Front
Front

Type A

USB0/1
USB2/3

USB4/5
USB6

LPC

SIO

W83527DHG-P

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1-3 Server Chassis Features

The SuperServer 6016T-MR is built on the SC512F-520B 1U rackmount server
chassis. The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC512F­520B chassis.

System Power

When confi gured as the SuperServer 6016T-MR, the SC512F-520B chassis fea-
tures a single power supply.

Serial ATA Subsystem

The SC512F-520B chassis is designed to support one internal SATA hard drive.
The internal drive is not hot-swappable.

Control Panel

The SC512F-520B's control panel provides important system monitoring and con­trol information. LEDs indicate power on, network activity, hard disk drive activity,
overheat warning and fan failure. The control panel also includes a main power
button and a reset button.

Rear I/O Panel

The rear I/O panel on the chassis provides one PCI expansion card slot, one COM
port (another is internal), two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports, a VGA
(graphics) port and two Gb Ethernet ports. (See Chapter 6 for diagram.)

Cooling System

The SC512F-520B chassis has an innovative cooling design that features an air
shroud and three 4-cm counter-rotating fans with user-defi ned fan speed control.
(Fan speed may be defi ned with a BIOS setting.)

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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: [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.

4F, No. 232-1, Liancheng Rd.
Chung-Ho 235, Taipei County
Taiwan, R.O.C.

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.supermicro.com.tw
Technical Support:
Email: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone], 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 6016T-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 system has come to you with the processor and memory preinstalled. If
your system is not already fully integrated with a serverboard, 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 server 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 server. 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 6016T-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.

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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) 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).

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This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices
acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display
Units.

Warnings and Precautions!

Rack Precautions

Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to •
the fl oor with the full weight of the rack resting on them.

In single rack installation, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. In multiple

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rack installations, the racks should be coupled together.

Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a component from the

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rack.

You should extend only one component at a time - extending two or more si-

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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

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work up.

Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from

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power surges, voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a
power failure.

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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

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closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.

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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2-4 Installing the System into a Rack

This section provides information on installing the SuperServer 6016T-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.

Note: the server may be installed as is - rack hardware is optional.

Basic Installation Procedure

The 6016T-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).
As Figure 2-1 shows, the brackets can be located at the front of the chassis (left
fi gure) or moved approximately one-third to the rear of the chassis (right fi gure).

Figure 2-1. Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails

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Installing with Rackmount Kit

This is a guideline for installing the unit into a rack with the optional rack kit (MCP­290-00004-03). 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.

The rack hardware includes two assemblies that consists 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).

Installing the Chassis Rails

Detach the two rail sections from each other by depressing the locking tab 1.
on the inner rail to release it from its locked position, then pull the two rails
completely apart.

Repeat step 1 for the remaining rail assembly.2.

Position the fi xed chassis rail sections you just removed along the side of the 3.
chassis making sure the three screw holes line up. Note that the rails are left/
right side specifi c.

Screw the rail securely to the side of the chassis (see Figure 2-2). Repeat 4.
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.

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Figure 2-2. Installing Chassis Rails

Installing the Rack Rails

Determine where you want to place the 6016T-MR in the rack (see Rack and 1.
Server Precautions in Section 2-3).

Position the fi xed rack rail/sliding rail guide assemblies at the desired location 2.
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. 3.

Attach the other assembly to the other side of the rack, making sure that both 4.
are at the exact same height and with the rail guides facing inward.

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.

Line up the rear of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails.1.

Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even on both 2.
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 3.
the locking tabs "click".

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Figure 2-3. Installing the Server into a Rack

(w/ Optional Rackmount Kit)

Finish by inserting and tightening the thumbscrews that hold the front of the 4.
server to the rack.

Installing the Server into a Telco Rack

If you are installing the SuperServer 6016T-MR into a Telco type rack, follow the
directions given on the previous pages for rack installation. The only difference in the
installation procedure will be the positioning of the rack brackets to the rack. They
should be spaced apart just enough to accomodate the width of the telco rack.

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Figure 2-4. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack

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2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup

After you install the server 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.

Removing the Chassis Cover

Release the retention screws that secure the unit to the rack.1.

Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it 2.
locks (you will hear a "click").

Remove the screws from the rear lip of the chassis cover (see Figure 2-5).3.

Release the top cover by pushing it away from you until it stops. You can 4.
then lift the top cover from the chassis to gain full access to the inside of the
server

Checking the Components

You may have processors already installed into the serverboard. Each pro-1.
cessor should have its own heatsink attached. See Chapter 5 for instructions
on processor installation.

The 6016T-MR server may have come with system memory already installed. 2.
Make sure all DIMMs are fully seated in their slots. For details on adding
system memory, refer to Chapter 5.

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

Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking 4.
the airfl ow. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections. Also, check that
the air shroud is properly installed.

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2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup

Checking the Drives

For servicing the SATA and DVD-ROM drives, you will need to remove the 1.
top chassis cover. The SATA disk drive is located at the front of the chassis'
interior.

Refer to Chapter 6 if you need to reinstall a DVD-ROM drive to the system.2.

Depending upon your system's confi guration, your system may have a SATA 3.
hard drive already installed. If you need to install a SATA hard drive, please
refer to the appropriate section in Chapter 6.

Checking the Airfl ow

Airfl ow is provided by sets of 4-cm counter-rotating fans. The system compo-1.
nent layout was carefully designed to promote suffi cient airfl ow through the
small 1U rackmount space.

Also note that all power and data cables have been routed in such a way that 2.
they do not block the airfl ow generated by the fan.

Providing Power

The last thing you must do is to provide input power to the system. Plug the 1.
power cord from the power supply unit 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).

Finish by pushing the power button on the control panel to power up the 2.
system.

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Chapter 2: Server Installation

Figure 2-6. Accessing the Inside of the Server

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Chapter 3: System Interface

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: 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 SC512F-520B 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/Fan Fail

When this LED fl ashes it indic ates a fan failur e. When on conti nuously (on and
not fl as hing) it indicates an over heat condi tion, whic h may be caused by ca bles
obstr uctin g the air fl ow in the system or t he ambient r oom temp erature be ing too
warm. Che ck the routing of the cables and m ake sure all fans are pre sent and
operat ing norm ally. You should al so chec k to make sure that t he chassi s covers
are insta lled. Fin ally, verif y that t he heats inks are in stall ed pro per ly (see Chapter

5). This LED wi ll rema in fl ashing or 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.

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