SUPER MICRO Computer 6015B-8+ User Manual

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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 6015B-

T+/6015B-8+. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced

technicians only.

The SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ is a high-end 1U rackmount server based

on the SC815TQ-700/SC815S-700 1U rackmount server chassis and the X7DBR-

i+/X7DBR-8+ serverboard, which supports single or dual Intel® Xeon 5100/5000

series processors at a Front Side (system) Bus speed of 1333 MHz and up to 64

GB of ECC DDR2-667/533 FBD SDRAM memory.

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 X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-

8+ serverboard and the SC815TQ-700/SC815S-700 chassis, which make up the

SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-8+.

Chapter 2: Server Installation

This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 6015B-

T+/6015B-8+ into a rack and check out the server confi guration prior to powering

up the system. If your server was ordered without processor and memory com-

ponents, 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 6015B-T+/6015B-8+.

Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-8+ 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 1U SC815TQ-700/SC815S-700

rackmount server chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter

when installing, removing or reconfi guring SATA/SCSI or peripheral drives and when

replacing the system power supply unit 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 ................................................................................ 1-4

1-4 Contacting Super Micro .................................................................................. 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

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

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

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

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

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

Identifying the Sections of the Rails ........................................................ 2-4

Installing the Rack Rails .......................................................................... 2-4

Installing the Chassis Rails ...................................................................... 2-5

Installing the Server into the Rack ........................................................... 2-6

Installing the Server into a Telco Rack .................................................... 2-7

2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup ................................................................... 2-8

2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup ....................................................................... 2-9

Chapter 3: System Interface

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

3-2 Control Panel Buttons .................................................................................... 3-1

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

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

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

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

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 ...................................................................................... 5-10

X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-8+ Layout ................................................................. 5-10

X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-8+ Quick Reference ................................................. 5-11

5-8 Connector Defi nitions ................................................................................... 5-12

Primary ATX Power Connector .............................................................. 5-12

Auxiliary Power Connector ..................................................................... 5-12

Processor 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

Reset Button .......................................................................................... 5-14

Power Button .......................................................................................... 5-14

Universal Serial Bus ............................................................................... 5-14

Chassis Intrusion .................................................................................... 5-14

Serial Ports ............................................................................................. 5-15

Power Fail Header ................................................................................. 5-15

Fan Headers .......................................................................................... 5-15

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Extra USB Headers ................................................................................ 5-16

Power LED/Speaker ............................................................................... 5-16

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

Overheat LED ........................................................................................ 5-16

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

Wake-On-Ring ........................................................................................ 5-17

SMB ........................................................................................................ 5-17

SMBUS_PS Power ................................................................................ 5-17

Alarm Reset ........................................................................................... 5-18

Unit Identifi cation Headers ..................................................................... 5-18

Compact Flash Card Power Connector ................................................. 5-18

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

5-9 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................ 5-19

Explanation of Jumpers ......................................................................... 5-19

CMOS Clear ........................................................................................... 5-19

JLAN Enable/Disable ............................................................................. 5-20

Watch Dog Enable/Disable .................................................................... 5-20

3rd Power Supply Fail Detect Enable/Disable ....................................... 5-20

VGA Enable/Disable ............................................................................... 5-21

SCSI Controller Enable/Disable ............................................................. 5-21

SCSI Termination Enable/Disable .......................................................... 5-21

Compact Flash Master/Slave Select ...................................................... 5-22

SMBUS to PCI Enable/Disable .............................................................. 5-22

5-10 Onboard Indicators ....................................................................................... 5-23

JLAN1/JLAN2 LEDs ............................................................................... 5-23

SCSI Activity LED Indicators .................................................................. 5-23

5-11 Floppy, IDE. SATA and SCSI Drive Connections ......................................... 5-24

Floppy Drive Connector ......................................................................... 5-24

IDE Drive Connectors ............................................................................ 5-25

SATA Ports ............................................................................................. 5-26

Ultra320 SCSI Ports ............................................................................... 5-27

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 Cooling Fans .............................................................. 6-3

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

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Removing the Front Bezel ....................................................................... 6-4

Accessing the Drive Bays ........................................................................ 6-5

SATA/SCSI Drive Installation ................................................................... 6-6

DVD-ROM and Floppy Drive Installation ................................................. 6-8

6-5 Power Supply ................................................................................................. 6-9

Power Supply Failure ............................................................................... 6-9

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

7-4 Advanced Setup ............................................................................................. 7-7

7-5 Security ......................................................................................................... 7-24

7-6 Boot .............................................................................................................. 7-25

7-7 Exit ................................................................................................................ 7-26

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 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ is a high-end dual processor, 1U rack-

mount server featuring some of the most advanced technology currently available.

The 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC815TQ-

700/SC815S-700 chassis and the X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-8+ Xeon dual processor

serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that

have been certifi ed for use with the 6015B-T+/6015B-8+. (www.supermicro.com)

In addition to the mainboard and chassis, various hardware components may have

been included with your SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-8+, as listed below:

 One (1) slim DVD-ROM drive [DVM-PNSC-824(B)]

 Two (2) riser cards (CSE-RR1U-X and CSE-RR1U-EL)

 Four (4) 40-mm heavy-duty counter-rotating fans (FAN-0086L)

 One (1) air shroud (MCP-310-00002-01)

 SATA Accessories (6015B-T+ only)

One (1) SATA backplane (CSE-SAS-813TQ)

Four (4) SATA data cables (CBL-0061L)

One (1) SATA LED cable (CBL-0157L)

Four (4) SATA drive carriers [MCP-220-00001-03(01)]

 SCSI Accessories (6015B-8+ only)

One (1) SCSI SAF-TE backplane (CSE-SCA-813S)

One (1) U320 SCSI data cable (CBL-0037L-U320)

Four (4) SCSI drive carriers [MCP-220-00001-03(01)]

 Rackmount hardware with screws (CSE-PT51L)

 One (1) CD containing drivers and utilities

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 Two (2) passive 1U CPU heatsinks (SNK-P0017)

 SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ User's Manual

Note: the 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ comes in silver and black (no beige). A "B" at the end

of a part number indicates the item is available in black, a "V" indicates silver.

1-2 Serverboard Features

At the heart of the SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ lies the X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-8+

a dual Xeon processor serverboard based on the Intel 5000P chipset and designed

to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the X7DBR-

i+/X7DBR-8+. See Figure 1-1 for a system block diagram of the chipset.

Processors

The X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-8+ supports single or dual dual-core Intel Xeon 5000/5100

Sequence processors at a 1333 MHz FSB in LGA 771-pin sockets. Please refer

to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors.

Memory

The X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-8+ has sixteen 240-pin DIMM slots that can support up

to 64 GB of ECC DDR2-667/533 FBD (Fully Buffered Data) SDRAM. The dual-

channel memory bus requires memory modules to be installed two at a time.

Serial ATA

An on-chip (ESB2) SATA controller is integrated into the X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-8+

to provide a six-port, 3 Gb/sec Serial ATA subsystem, which is RAID 0, 1 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 Serial ATA drives.

Onboard SCSI (6015B-8+ only)

An onboard Adaptec AIC-7902 dual-channel SCSI controller in integrated into the

X7DBR-8+ , which supports 80-pin SCA Ultra320 SCSI hard drives. The SCSI

drives are connected to an SCA backplane that provides power, bus termination

and confi guration settings. The SCSI drives are hot-swappable units.

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Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-

swap capability and RAID function of the SCSI drives.

PCI Expansion Slots

Two riser cards have been included with the server to support server PCI expan-

sion. The CSE-RR1U-X riser fi ts into the 133 MHz PCI-X slot to support a standard

size (full-height, full-length) PCI-X add-on card (any speed). The CSE-RR1U-EL

fi ts into the PCI-E slot to support one standard size PCI-E add-on card. You may

only use one riser card at a time.

ATI Graphics Controller

The X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-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.

Onboard Controllers/Ports

The X7DBR-i+/X7DBR-8+ provides one fl oppy drive controller and two onboard

IDE controllers, which support up to four hard drives or ATAPI devices. Backpanel

I/O ports include one COM port, two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports

and a video (monitor) port. An Intel 82563EB Ethernet controller is also included

to support two Gb LAN ports.

Other Features

Other onboard features are included to promote system health. These include

various voltage monitors, two CPU temperature sensors, four fan speed sensors,

a chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU

overheat sensors, virus protection and BIOS rescue.

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1-3 Server Chassis Features

The SC815TQ-700 /SC815S-70 0 is one of Supermicro's third-generation 1U chas-

sis and features four hot-swap drive bays for SATA/SCSI drives, a slim DVD-ROM

drive, a slim 3.5" fl oppy drive and a revolutionary cooling design that can keep

today's most powerful processors running well below their temperature thresh-

olds. The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC815TQ-

700/SC815S-700 chassis.

System Power

The SC815TQ-700 /SC815S-70 0 chassis includes a single 700W cold-swap power

supply.

Serial ATA Subsystem (6015B-T+)

For the 6015B-T+, the SC815TQ-700 chassis was designed to support four Serial

ATA hard drives, which are hot-swappable units.

Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-

swap capability of the Serial ATA drives.

SCSI Subsystem (6015B-8+)

For the 6015B-8+, the SC815S-700 chassis was designed to support four SCSI

hard drives, which are hot-swappable units.

Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-

swap capability of the SCSI drives.

Control Panel

The SC815TQ-700/SC815S-700 control panel provides important system monitor-

ing and control information. LEDs indicate power on, network activity, hard disk

drive activity and system overheat conditions. Also present are a main power

button and a system reset button.

I/O Backplane

The SC815TQ-700/SC815S-700 is a 1U rackmount chassis. Its I/O backplane

provides one full-height full-length and one low profi le slot for PCI add-on cards,

one COM port (the other is internal), one VGA port, two USB ports, PS/2 mouse

and keyboard ports and two Ethernet (LAN) ports.

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Cooling System

The SC815TQ-700 /SC815S-70 0 chassis' revolutionary cooling design has

been optimized to provide suffi cient cooling for dual Xeon confi gurations. The

SC815TQ-700/SC815S-700 includes four heavy duty 40-mm counter-rotating

blower fans located in the middle of the chassis. In the event of a fan failure, the

ambient air temperature inside the chassis will rise and activate an overheat LED

(fan speed is controlled by the system temperature).

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

ATI

ES1000

CPU2

FBD CH0

FBD CH1

FBD CH2

FBD CH3

PCI -E x 4

3.0 Gb/s

ATA 100

USB 2.0

LPC

FBD DI MM Bank1

DDR2

SATA Ports (6)

IDE Ports (2)

USB Ports (5)

S I/O BIOS

FBD DI MM Bank2

FBD DI MM Bank3

FBD DI MM Bank4

Kybd/

Mouse

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Floppy

COM

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1-4 Contacting Super Micro

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, Taiwan
4F, No. 232-1, Liancheng Rd.
Chung-Ho 235, Taipei, 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 6015B-

T+/6015B-8+ 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 SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ system has

come to you with the processors and memory preinstalled. If your system is not

already fully integrated with a serverboard, processors, system memory etc., please

turn to the chapter or section noted in each step for details on installing specifi c

components.

2-2 Unpacking the System

You should inspect the box the SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ 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 6015B-

T+/6015B-8+. It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated.

Avoid areas where heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fi elds are generated.

You will also need it placed near a grounded power outlet. Read the Rack and

Server Precautions in the next section.

2-3 Preparing for Setup

The box the SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ 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.

!

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 units to cool before touch-

ing them.

• Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers

closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.

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Rack Mounting Considerations

Ambient Operating Temperature

If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tem-

perature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature

of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equip-

ment 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 consid-

eration 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 con-

nections 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 6015B-T+/6015B-

8+ into a rack unit with the rack rails provided. If the 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ 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 Rails

You should have received a rack mounting kit with the SuperServer 6015B-

T+/6015B-8+. The kit includes two sets of chassis rails (four pieces total, two of

which are already installed on the chassis) and two sets of rack rails (four pieces

total). Figure 2-1 displays the two right-side chassis rails and the two right-side

rack rails. Note that two of the four chassis rails (Chassis Rail 1) are already at-

tached to the chassis.

Installing the Rack Rails

Begin by joining one set of rack rails corresponding to either the left or the right side

of the rack. Do this by aligning the studs of one rail with the holes of the other rail.

Push the studs into the grooved holes and then push the rail to slide the studs to

the end of the groove. Repeat this with the rack rails used for the other side.

Next, determine where you want to place the SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-8+

in the rack. (See Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3.) Position the as-

sembled rack rails at the desired location in 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 both are at the exact same height and with the rail

guides facing inward.

Locking Tabs: Both of the two chassis rails on each side have a locking tab (four

total), 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 operating position.

Secondly, these tabs also lock the server in place when extended from the rack.

This prevents the server from coming completely out of the rack when you pull it

out for servicing. The two sets of locking tabs mean there are two locked positions

when the chassis is extended from the rack, allowing easy access when servicing

the system. Note that on one side, you push the locking tab up to release it and

on the other side you push it down to release.

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Installing the Chassis Rails

Two of the chassis rails (Chassis Rail 1) should have already been preattached

- one to each side of the chassis. Attach the second set of chassis rails (Chassis

Rail 2) directly to the chassis with the screws provided. Chassis Rail 2 should

be positioned just behind Chassis Rail 1 (see Figure 2-2). Do this for both sides

of the chassis.

Figure 2-1. Identifying the Sections of the Rails

Figure 2-2. Installing Chassis 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

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 lock-

ing 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 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ 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.

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

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2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup

After you install the 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ in the rack, you will need to open the unit

to make sure the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have

been made.

1. Accessing the inside of the 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ (see Figure 2-5)

First, grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it

locks (you will hear a "click"). Next, depress the two buttons on the top of the

chassis to release the top cover. There is a large rectangular recess in the

middle front of the top cover to help you push 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.

2. Check the CPUs (processors)

You should have one or two processors already installed into the serverboard.

Each processor needs its own heatsink. See Chapter 5 for instructions on pro-

cessor and heatsink installation.

3. CPU Speed

The CPU speed should automatically be detected so you will not need to change

any jumpers or settings in the BIOS Setup utility.

4. Check the system memory

Your 6015B-T+/6015B-8+ 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.

5. 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.

6. 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 Syatem

(with optional front bezel shown)

2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup

Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SATA/SCSI

drives have been properly installed and all connections have been made.

1. Accessing the drive bays

All drives are accessable from the front of the server. For servicing the DVD-

ROM and fl oppy drives, you will need to remove the top chassis cover. The

SATA/SCSI drives can be installed and removed from the front of the chassis

without removing the top chassis cover or powering down the system.

2. DVD-ROM and fl oppy disk drives

A slim DVD-ROM and a fl oppy drive should be preinstalled in your server. Refer

to Chapter 6 if you need to reinstall a DVD-ROM and/or fl oppy disk drive to the

system.

3. Check the 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.

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4. Check the airfl ow

Airfl ow is provided by four heavy duty 40-mm blower fans. The system compo-

nent layout was carefully designed to direct the 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 power to the system. Plug the power

cord from the power supply module 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 depressing the power

button on the front of the chassis to start the system.

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Chapter 3

System Interface

3-1 Overview

There are several LEDs on the 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 but-

tons on the chassis control panel and an on/off switch on the power supply. 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:

 Power: The main power button is used to apply or remove power from the

power supply to the server system. Turning off system power with this button

removes the main power but keeps standby power supplied to the system.

Use the reset button to reboot the system.

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3-3 Control Panel LEDs

The control panel located on the front of the SC815TQ-700/SC815S-700 chassis

has fi ve LEDs. These LEDs provide you with critical information related to dif-

ferent 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 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 properly (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.

 HDD: Indicates IDE channel activity. On the SuperServer 6015B-T+/6015B-

8+ this light indicates SATA /SCSI and/or DVD-ROM 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.

3-4 Drive Carrier LEDs

SATA Drives (6015B-T+)



Green: Each Serial ATA drive carrier has a green LED. When illuminated,

this green LED (on the front of the SATA drive carrier) indicates drive activity. A

connection to the SATA backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that

particular drive is being accessed. Please refer to Chapter 6 for instructions on

replacing failed SATA drives.

 Red: The red LED to indicate an SATA drive failure. If one of the SATA drives

fail, you should be notifi ed by your system management software. Please refer to

Chapter 6 for instructions on replacing failed SATA drives.

SCSI Drives (6015B-8+)

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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Notes

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