Supero SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF, SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTRF User Manual

SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF
SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTRF

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Preface

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 5017C-MTF/
5017C-MTRF. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced
technicians only.

The SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF is a high-end server based on the SC­813MTQ-350B/SC813MTQ-R400B 1U rackmount chassis and the Super X9SCL-F
single processor serverboard.

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 X9SCL-F serverboard and
the SC813MTQ chassis.

Chapter 2: Server Installation

This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 5017C­MTF/5017C-MTRF 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
components, this chapter will refer you to the appropriate sections of the manual
for their installation.

Chapter 3: System Interface

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

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Chapter 4: System Safety

You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview
of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the
SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF.

Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9SCL-F serverboard, including the
locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter
when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfi guring the
serverboard.

Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC813MTQ server chassis. You
should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing or
reconfi guring SATA or peripheral drives and when replacing system power supply
modules 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 Error Beep Codes

Appendix B: System Specifi cations

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Notes

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

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

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

Processors ......................................................................................................1-2

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

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

I/O Ports .......................................................................................................... 1-2

Graphics Controller .........................................................................................1-2

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

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

SATA Subsystem .............................................................................................1-3

Control Panel .................................................................................................. 1-3

Rear I/O Panel ................................................................................................1-3

Cooling System ............................................................................................... 1-3

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

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

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Table of Contents

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 Hard 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 Motherboard Setup

5-1 Handling the Motherboard ..............................................................................5-1

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

Unpacking .......................................................................................................5-1

5-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation................................................................5-2

Installing the LGA1155 Processor ................................................................. 5-2

Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink ................................................................. 5-4

Removing the Heatsink ................................................................................... 5-4

5-3 Connecting Cables .......................................................................................... 5-6

Connecting Data Cables ................................................................................. 5-6

Connecting Power Cables ..............................................................................5-6

Connecting the Control Panel ......................................................................... 5-6

5-4 I/O Ports ..........................................................................................................5-7

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

5-6 Adding PCI Cards ......................................................................................... 5-10

5-7 Motherboard Details .......................................................................................5-11

5-8 Connector Defi nitions ................................................................................... 5-13

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

5-10 Onboard Indicators ........................................................................................5-21

5-11 SATA Drive Connections ............................................................................... 5-22

5-12 Installing Drivers ............................................................................................5-23

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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

SATA Drive Installation ....................................................................................6-4

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

SATA Backplane ..............................................................................................6-5

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

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

Chapter 7 BIOS

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

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

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

7-4 Event Logs .................................................................................................... 7-15

7-5 IPMI Confi guration ........................................................................................7-16

7-6 Boot Settings .................................................................................................7-18

7-7 Security Settings ...........................................................................................7-19

7-8 Exit Options ................................................................................................... 7-20

Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix B System Specifi cations

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview

The SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF is a high-end server comprised of two
main subsystems: the SC813MTQ-350B/SC813MTQ-R400B 1U server chassis
and the X9SCL-F single processor motherboard. Please refer to our web site for
information on operating systems that have been certifi ed for use with the system
(www.supermicro.com).

In addition to the motherboard and chassis, various hardware components have
been included with the 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF, as listed below:

 One slim DVD-ROM drive (DVM-TEAC-24B)

 Four sets of 4-cm counter-rotating fans (FAN-0065L4)

 One air shroud (MCP-310-00029-01)

 One passive CPU heatsink (SNK-P0046P)

 One CSE-RR1U-E8 riser card for one PCI-E 2.0 x8 add-on card

 SATA Accessories

One SATA backplane (BPN-SAS-815TQ)
Four 2.5" hard drive carriers (CSE-PT39-B0)
One SATA cable (CBL-0186L)

 One rackmount kit (MCP-290-00050-0N)

 One CD containing drivers and utilities

 SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual

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1-2 Motherboard Features

At the heart of the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF lies the X9SCL-F , a single
processor motherboard based on Intel's C202 chipset. Below are the main features
of the X9SCL-F (see Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).

Processors

The X9SCL-F supports a single Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 Series processor or a Core

TM

i3-2100 Series processor in an LGA1155 socket. Please refer to the motherboard
description pages on our web site for a complete listing of supported processors.

Memory

The X9SCL-F has four DIMM sockets that can support up to 32 GB of un buf fere d
DDR3 -1333/1066 m emor y. Please refer to Chapter 5 for installing memory.

Serial ATA

An on-chip SATA controller is integrated into the X9SCL-F to provide a six-port, 3
Gb/sec Serial ATA subsystem, which is RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 supported (RAID 5
supported with Windows OS only). The SATA drives are hot-swappable units. Note:
The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-swap
capability and RAID function of the SATA drives. Docu mentation on R AID setup
guideli nes ca n be found o n our web si te.

I/O Ports

The color-coded I/O ports include one COM port, a VGA (monitor) port, two USB 2.0
ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two gigabit Ethernet ports. A dedicated
IPMI LAN port is also included.

Graphics Controller

The X9SCL-F features an integrated ATI video controller based on the Matrox
G200eW graphics chip, which has 16 MB of DDR2 memory.

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1-3 Server Chassis Features

The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC813MTQ chassis.

System Power

When confi gured as a SuperServer 5017C-MTF, the SC813MTQ chassis includes
a single 350W power supply. When confi gured as a SuperServer 5017C-MTRF, the
SC813MTQ chassis includes a redundant 400W power supply.

SATA Subsystem

For the 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF, the SC813MTQ chas sis was de signed to s up­por t four SATA hard drives, wh ich are h ot-sw appabl e units.

Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the
hot-swap capability of the SATA drives (system-based RAID is not available for
SATA).

Control Panel

The SC813MTQ'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 SC813MTQ also includes a COM port
and two USB serial ports for easy access.

Rear I/O Panel

The SC813MTQ 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 SC813MTQ chassis has an innovative cooling design that features four 4-cm
high-performance system cooling fans and an air shroud. 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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Figure 1-1. Intel C200 Chipset:

System Block Diagram

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

Cougar Point

DDR3 (CHA)

LGA 1155 Socket

CPU

PCIe2.0_x8

VRM 12

SVID

LPC I/O

NCT6776F

PCIe x8 Slot

RJ45

RJ45

DDR3 (CHB)

DIMM1
DIMM2(Far)

DIMM1
DIMM2(Far)

4 UDIMM

MISC VRs

1333/1066MHz

1333/1066MHz

5.0Gb

x4 DMI II

5.0Gb

5.0Gbps

PCIe_x4

PCIe x8 Slot

6 SATA Ports

SATA-II

300MB/s

9 USB Ports

USB2.0

480Mbps

Flash

SPI 32Mb

SPI

PCIe_x1

2.5Gbps

GLAN1
82574L

CK505
Rev1.0

CLOCK

COM1,2

P/S2

LPC

HEALTH
INFO

LPC

TPM1.2 Header

LPC

PCIe_x1

2.5Gbps

GLAN2
82579

RMII

VGA

Port

RTL8201

PHY

Hermon WPCM450

Winbond BMC

PCI32

RJ45

PCIe2.0_x8

PCIe x8 Slot

5.0Gb

PCH

(Slot 7)

(Slot 6)

(Slot 4)

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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

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Chapter 2

Server Installation

2-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 5017C­MTF/5017C-MTRF 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 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF 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

Y ou should inspect the box the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF 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 5017C­MTF/5017C-MTRF. 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 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF 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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!

Warnings and Precautions!

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.

Rack Precautions

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

In single rack installation, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. In multiple •
rack installations, the racks should be coupled together.

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

You should extend only one component at a time - extending two or more si-•
multaneously may cause the rack to become unstable.

Server Precautions

Review the electrical and general safety precautions in Chapter 4.•

Determine the placement of each component in the rack • before you install the
rails.

Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack fi rst, and then •
work up.

Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from •
power surges, voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a
power failure.

Allow the hot plug SATA drives and power supply modules to cool before touch-•
ing them.

Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers •
closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.

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Rack Mounting Considerations

Ambient Operating Temperature

If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera­ture of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the
room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an
environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient tempera­ture (Tmra).

Reduced Airfl ow

Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that the amount of airfl ow required
for safe operation is not compromised.

Mechanical Loading

Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that a hazardous condition does not
arise due to uneven mechanical loading.

Circuit Overloading

Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power
supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have
on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

Reliable Ground

A reliable ground must be maintained at all times. To ensure this, the rack itself
should be grounded. Particular attention should be given to power supply connec­tions other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of power
strips, etc.).

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2-4 Installing the System into a Rack

This section provides information on installing the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C­MTRF 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

Y ou may have received rack rail hardware with the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C­MTRF. (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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Installing the Rack Rails

Determine where you want to place the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF 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.

Figure 2-1. Installing Rear Inner Chassis Rails

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Figure 2-2. Installing the Server into a Rack

(with optional front bezel shown)

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".

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Figure 2-3. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack

(with optional front bezel shown)

Installing the Server into a Telco Rack

To install the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF 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.

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2-5 Checking the Motherboard Setup

After you install the 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF 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.
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 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF server system may have come with system 2.
memory already 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 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF

2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup

Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the SATA drives
and their 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.
DVD-ROM drive, you will need to remove the top chassis cover. The 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.

Release buttons

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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.

Chapter 3: System Interface

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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 hard 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 SC813MTQ 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.

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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.

NIC2

Indicates network activity on LAN2 when fl ashing.

NIC1

Indicates network activity on LAN1 when fl ashing.

HDD

Channel activity for all HDDs. This light indicates DVD-ROM/hard drive activity on
the 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF 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 Hard Drive Carrier LEDs

Each drive carrier has two LEDs.

Green:• When ill uminated, the green LED on the dri ve carrier i ndicates dri ve

activ ity. A connecti on to the backp lane enables t his LED to blink on an d off
when that particular drive is being accessed.

Red:• The red LED to indicate a drive failure. If one of the drives 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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Notes

Chapter 4: System Safety

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Chapter 4

System Safety

4-1 Electrical Safety Precautions

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Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm
and the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF from damage:

Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well •
as the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical
outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can then quickly remove power from
the system.

Do not work alone when working with high voltage components.•

Power should always be disconnected from the system when removing or in-•
stalling main system components, such as the serverboard, memory modules
and fl oppy drive. When disconnecting power, you should fi rst power down the
system with the operating system fi rst and then unplug the power cords of all
the power supply units in the system.

When working around exposed electrical circuits, another person who is familiar •
with the power-off controls should be nearby to switch off the power if neces­sary.

Use only one hand when working with powered-on electrical equipment. This •
is to avoid making a complete circuit, which will cause electrical shock. Use
extreme caution when using metal tools, which can easily damage any electrical
components or circuit boards they come into contact with.

Do not use mats designed to decrease static electrical discharge as protection •
from electrical shock. Instead, use rubber mats that have been specifi cally
designed as electrical insulators.

The power supply power cords must include a grounding plug and must be •
plugged into grounded electrical outlets.