Supero SUPERSERVER 5015B-M3 User Manual

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SUPERSERVER 5015B-M3

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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 5015B-M3. Instal­lation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only.

The SuperServer 5015B-M3 is a high-end single processor 1U rackmount server
based on the SC813MTS-280C server chassis and the X7SB3 motherboard. The
X7SB3 supports a single Intel
speeds of 1333/1066/800 MHz.

® Xeon® 3000 Series processor at system bus

Preface

Manual Organization

Chapter 1: Introduction

The fi rst chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with the
server system and describes the main features of the Super X7SB3 motherboard
and the SC813MTS-280C chassis.

Chapter 2: Server Installation

This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 5015B-M3 into
a rack and check out the server confi guration prior to powering up the system. If your
server was ordered without the processor and memory components, this chapter will
refer you to the appropriate sections of the manual for their installation.

Chapter 3: System Interface

Refer to this chapter for details on the system interface, which includes the functions
and information provided by the control panel on the chassis as well as other LEDs
located throughout the system.

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Chapter 4: System Safety

You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview
of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the
SuperServer 5015B-M3.

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup

Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7SB3 motherboard, including the
locations and functions of connectors, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter
when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfi guring the
motherboard.

Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC813MTS-280C 1U rackmount
server chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when install­ing, removing or reconfi guring SAS/SATA or peripheral drives and when replacing
system power supply units and cooling fans.

Chapter 7: BIOS

The BIOS chapter includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed informa­tion on running the CMOS Setup Utility.

Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages

Appendix B: System Specifi cations

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

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

1-2 Motherboard Features .....................................................................................1-2

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

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

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

Onboard SATA .................................................................................................1-2

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

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

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

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

SAS/SATA 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 ............................................................................. 2-1

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

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

Installing the Rear Inner Rails ........................................................................ 2-4

Installing the Rack Rails .................................................................................2-5

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

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

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

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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

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

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

5-5 Installing the Processors and Heat Sinks .......................................................5-5

5-6 Installing Memory ............................................................................................5-8

Memory Support ..............................................................................................5-8

5-7 Adding PCI Expansion Cards ......................................................................... 5-9

5-8 Serverboard Details ...................................................................................... 5-10

X7SB3 Quick Reference ................................................................................5-11

5-9 Connector Defi nitions ...................................................................................5-12

Main ATX Power Supply Connector ......................................................... 5-12

Secondary Power Connector ................................................................... 5-12

Power Button ............................................................................................ 5-12

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Reset Button ............................................................................................. 5-12

Power Fail LED ....................................................................................... 5-12

Overheat/Fan Fail LED (OH)....................................................................5-13

NIC2 (JLAN2) LED ................................................................................... 5-13

NIC1 (JLAN1) LED ................................................................................... 5-13

HDD LED .................................................................................................. 5-13

Power On LED .........................................................................................5-13

NMI Button ............................................................................................... 5-14

Fan Headers ............................................................................................. 5-14

ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports ............................................ 5-14

Serial Ports ............................................................................................... 5-14

Chassis Intrusion ...................................................................................... 5-15

Wake-On-LAN ..........................................................................................5-15

Wake-On-Ring ..........................................................................................5-15

External Speaker/Internal Buzzer.............................................................5-15

LAN1/2 (Ethernet Ports) ..........................................................................5-15

Universal Serial Bus (USB) ...................................................................... 5-16

SGPIO Headers ....................................................................................... 5-16

Power Supply SMBus Header..................................................................5-16

Onboard Power LED ................................................................................ 5-16

Redundant Power Supply Fail ................................................................. 5-17

Alarm Reset .............................................................................................. 5-17

I-Button .....................................................................................................5-17

5-10 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................5-18

Explanation of Jumpers ............................................................................5-18

CMOS Clear ............................................................................................. 5-18

VGA Enable/Disable .................................................................................5-18

LAN1/2 Enable/Disable ........................................................................... 5-19

Watch Dog Enable/Disable ...................................................................... 5-19

USB Wake-Up ......................................................................................... 5-19

SMBus to PCI Slots ................................................................................. 5-20

SAS Enable/Disable ................................................................................. 5-20

SAS RAID Mode Select ........................................................................... 5-20

Power Force On ....................................................................................... 5-20

5-11 Onboard Indicators ........................................................................................5-21

LAN1/2 LEDs ............................................................................................ 5-21

Onboard Power LED (LE1) ...................................................................... 5-21

SAS Activity LED ..................................................................................... 5-21

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SAS Heartbeat LED ................................................................................ 5-21

5-12 Floppy, SATA and SAS Ports ........................................................................ 5-22

Floppy Drive Connector ........................................................................... 5-22

SATA Ports ...............................................................................................5-22

SAS Ports ................................................................................................. 5-22

5-13 Installing Software .........................................................................................5-23

Supero Doctor III ........................................................................................... 5-24

Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup

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

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

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

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

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

6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal ....................................................................... 6-3

Removing the Front Bezel .............................................................................. 6-3

SAS/SATA Drive Installation ............................................................................ 6-4

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

SAS/SATA Backplane ...................................................................................... 6-5

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

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

Chapter 7 BIOS

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

System BIOS ................................................................................................... 7-1

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

7-2 Running Setup ................................................................................................ 7-2

7-3 Main BIOS Setup ............................................................................................ 7-2

Main BIOS Setup Menu .................................................................................. 7-3

Main Setup Features .................................................................................. 7-3

7-4 Advanced Setup .............................................................................................. 7-6

7-5 Security Settings ........................................................................................... 7-20

7-6 Boot Settings ................................................................................................. 7-21

7-7 Exit ................................................................................................................7-22

Appendix A BIOS POST Error Codes
Appendix B System Specifi cations

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview

The Supermicro SuperServer 5015B-M3 is a high-end single processor, 1U rack­mount server. The 5015B-M3 is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC813MTS­280C chassis and the X7SB3 motherboard. Please refer to our web site for informa­tion on operating systems that have been certifi ed for use with the 5015B-M3.

In addition to the mainboard and chassis, various hardware components may have
been included with the 5015B-M3, as listed below.

 One CPU heatsink (SNK-P0016P)

 Four (4) 4-cm fans (FAN-0061L4)

 One (1) air shroud (CSE-PT0118L)

 SATA/SAS Accessories:

One (1) internal SAS/SATA backplane (BPN-SAS-815TQ)
One (1) set of SATA cables (CBL-0186L)
One (1) SGPIO cable (CBL-0157L)
Four (4) 3.5" SAS/SATA drive carriers [CSE-PT39(B)]

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

 Rackmount hardware with screws (CSE-PT52)

 One (1) CD containing drivers and utilities

 SuperServer 5015B-M3 User's Manual

Note: "B" indicates black.

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1-2 Motherboard Features

At the heart of the SuperServer 5015B-M3 lies the X7SB3, a single processor
motherboard based upon Intel's E3210 chipset. Below are the main features of
the X7SB3.

Processor

The X7SB3 supports single Intel® Xeon® 3000 Series/Core 2 LGA775 processors
at system bus speeds of 1333, 1066 and 800 MHz. Please refer to the motherboard
specifi cations pages on our web site for updates on supported processors.

Memory

The X7SB3 has four 240-pin DIMM slots that can support up to 8 GB of unbuffered
ECC/non-ECC DDR2-800/667 SDRAM.

Onboard SAS

An onboard LSI 1068E SAS controller in integrated into the X7SB3. The hot-swap
SAS drives are connected to a backplane that provides power, bus termination and
confi guration settings.

Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable
the hot-swap capability and RAID function of the SAS drives. RAID 0, 1,
5 and 10 are supported. Refer to the following ftp site for setup guidelines
<ftp://ftp.supermicro.com/driver/SAS/LSI/LSI _ SAS_EmbMRAID_ SWUG.pdf >.

Onboard SATA

A SATA controller is built in to the ICH9 portion of the chipset to provide support for
a six port, 3 Gb/sec S erial ATA su bsystem. The SATA drive s are hot-swap pable
units.

PCI Expansion Slots

The X7SB3 has one PCI-Express x8 slot and one PCI 33 MHz slot. The PCI-E slot
may be populated with a riser card (included).

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Onboard Controllers/Ports

An onboard IDE controller supports one fl oppy drive. Onboard I/O backpanel ports
include one COM port, a VGA port, two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports
and two Gigabit LAN (NIC) ports.

Other Features

Other onboard features that promote system health include voltage monitors, a
chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU
overheat sensors, virus protection and BIOS rescue.

Figure 1-1 . Intel 3210 Chipset: System Block Diagram

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

DIMM_CHA/CHB

2x SATA PORTS

USB PORTS 0-7

PCI_32 SLOT

SPI FLASH 16Mb

VRM 11.0

FSB: 1333/1066/800MHz

DDR2_800/667

SATA/300

USB 2.0/1.1

PCI_32

SPI

LGA775_PROCESSOR

ADDR

CTRL CTRL

ADDR

DATADATA

Intel 3210

MCH

DMI

ICH9

LPC

PCIE_x8

PCIE_x8

PCIE_x1

PCIE_x1

PCI_32

LPC

CK505 CLK

8X SAS PORTS

LSI SAS 1068E

PCIE x8 SLOT

NC-SI

GLAN1

GLAN2
82574L

WPCM450R

WINBOND

RJ45

RJ45

SER.1
SER.2

W83627DHG

LPC I/O

FDD

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PORT

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1-3 Server Chassis Features

The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC813MTS-280C
chassis.

System Power

When confi gured as a SuperServer 5015B-M3, the SC813MTS-280C chassis in-
cludes a single 300W power supply.

SAS/SATA Subsystem

For the 5015B-M3, the S C813MT-30 0 ch assi s was des igne d to sup por t f our SA S
or SATA h ard dr ives, whi ch are h ot-swa ppabl e units.

Note: The operati ng system yo u use must h ave R AID su ppor t to e nable t he hot­swap cap abilit y of th e SAS dr ives (no system -b ased R A ID for SATA).

Control Panel

The SC813MTS-280C's control panel provides important system monitoring and
control information. LEDs indicate power on, network activity, hard disk drive activ­ity and system overheat conditions. The control panel also includes a main power
button and a system reset button. The front of the SC813MTS-280C also includes
a COM port and two USB serial ports for easy access.

Rear I/O Panel

The SC813MTS-280C is a 1U rackmount chassis. Its I/O panel provides one PCI
motherboard expansion slot, one COM port (another is internal), two USB ports,
a parallel (printer) port, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports, a VGA port and two Gb
Ethernet ports.

Cooling System

The SC813MTS-280C chassis has an innovative cooling design that features three
4-cm high-performance system cooling fans. Each of these fans plug into a chassis
fan header on the motherboard. An air shroud channels the airfl ow generated by
the fans to effi ciently cool the processor area of the system.

A fan speed control setting in BIOS allows fan speed to be determined by system
temperature [the recommended setting is 3-pin (Server)].

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1-4 Contacting Supermicro

Headquarters

Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.

980 Rock Ave.
San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.

Tel: [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 5015B-M3
up and running. Following the steps in the order given should enable you to have
the system operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick setup assumes
that your 5015B-M3 system has come to you with the processor and memory prein­stalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a motherboard, processor,
system memory etc., please turn to the chapter or section noted in each step for
details on installing specifi c components.

2-2 Unpacking the System

You should inspect the box the SuperServer 5015B-M3 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 5015B­M3. 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 5015B-M3 was shipped in should include two sets of
rail assemblies, six 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 minimal amount of time. Please read this section in
its entirety before you begin the installation procedure outlined in the sections that
follow.

Choosing a Setup Location

Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door •
completely (~25 inches) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back
of the rack to allow for suffi cient airfl ow and ease in servicing.This product is for

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!

!

installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms,
service closets and the like).

This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices

•

acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display
Units.

Warnings and Precautions!

Rack Precautions

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

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

•

rack installations, the racks should be coupled together.

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

•

rack.

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

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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

•

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 SAS/SATA 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 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 5015B-M3 into a
rack unit with the rack rails provided. If the server 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 may have received rack rail hardware with the SuperServer 5015B-M3. (Two
front inner rails should already be attached to the chassis.) This hardware consists
of two rear inner rails that secure to the chassis, one on each side just behind the
preinstalled front inner rails. Note that these two rails are left/right specifi c.

Installing the Rear Inner Rails

First, locate the right rear inner rail (the rail that will be used on the right side of
the chassis when you face the front of the chassis). Align the two square holes on
the rail against the hooks on the right side of the chassis. Securely attach the rail
to the chassis with M4 fl at head screws. Repeat these steps to install the left rear
inner rail to the left side of the chassis (see Figure 2-1). 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 2-1. Installing Rear Inner Chassis Rails

Installing the Rack Rails

Determine where you want to place the SuperServer 5015B-M3 in the rack (see
Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3). Position the chassis rail guides at the
desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing the inside of the
rack. Screw the assembly securely to the rack using the brackets provided. Attach
the other assembly to the other side of the rack, making sure that both are at the
exact same height and with the rail guides facing inward.

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Installing the Server into the Rack

You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack unit. The next
step is to install the server into the rack. Do this by lining up the rear of the chassis
rails with the front of the rack rails. Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping
the pressure even on both sides (you may have to depress the locking tabs when
inserting). See Figure 2-2.

When the server has been pushed completely into the rack, you should hear the
locking tabs "click".

Figure 2-2. Installing the Server into a Rack

(with optional front bezel shown)

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Installing the Server into a Telco Rack

To install the SuperServer 5015B-M3 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 2-3. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack

(with optional front bezel shown)

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2-5 Checking the Motherboard Setup

After you install the 5015B-M3 in the rack, you will need to open the unit to make
sure the motherboard is properly installed and all the connections have been
made.

Accessing the Inside of the System

Grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it 1.
locks (you will hear a "click").

Depress the two buttons on the top of the chassis to release the top cover. 2.
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.

Lift the top cover from the chassis to gain full access to the inside of the 3.
server. See Figure 2-4.

Checking the Components

You may have the processor already installed into the system board. The 1.
processor should have its own heatsink attached. See Chapter 5 for instruc­tions on processor installation.

Your 5015B-M3 server system may have come with system memory already 2.
installed. 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.

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Figure 2-4.

Accessing the Inside of the SuperServer 5015B-M3

2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup

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

Checking the Drives

All drives can be accessed from the front of the server. For servicing the 1.
CD-ROM drive, you will need to remove the top chassis cover. The SAS/SATA
disk drives can be installed and removed from the front of the chassis without
removing the top chassis cover.

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 one or 3.
more drives already installed. If you need to install drives, please refer to the
appropriate section in Chapter 6.

Checking the Airfl ow

Airfl ow is provided by four high-performance 4-cm input fans. The system 1.
component layout was carefully designed to promote suffi cient airfl ow through
the small 1U rackmount space.

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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 fans.

Providing Power

Plug the power cord from the power supply unit into a high-quality power strip 1.
that offers protection from electrical noise and power surges. It is recommend­ed that you use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

Depress the power button on the front of the chassis to power up the system. 2.

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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 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 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: a reset button and
a power on/off button.

Reset

The reset button reboots the system.

Power

This is the main power button, 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 SC813MTS-280C 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 indicates a fan failure. When on continuously 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 indicated condition exists.

2

NIC2

Indicates network activity on GLAN2 when fl ashing.

1

NIC1

Indicates network activity on GLAN1 when fl ashing.

HDD

Channel activity for all HDDs. This light indicates SAS/SATA drive activity on the
5015B-M3 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

Each drive carrier has two LEDs.

Green:

• When illuminated, the green LED on the front of the drive carrier indi-

cates drive activity. A connection to the SAS/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 drive fails, you should
be notifi ed by your system management software. Please refer to Chapter 6 for
instructions on replacing failed drives.

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