Supero SUPERSERVER 6027R-N3RF, SUPERSERVER 6027R-WRF User Manual

SUPERSERVER

6027R-N3RF

6027R-WRF

®

SUPER

USER'S MANUAL

Revision 1.0a

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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
6027R-N3RF/WRF Installation and maintainance should be performed by
experienced technicians only.

The SuperServer 6027R-N3RF/WRF is a high-end server based on the
SC825TQ-R740WB 2U rackmount chassis and the X9DRW-3F/iF dual processor
serverboard. The only difference between the two server models is that the
6027R-N3RF server contains both SA TA and SAS connections and the 6027R-WRF
server only has SATA connections.

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 X9DRW-3F/iF serverboard
and the SC825TQ-R740WB chassis.

Chapter 2: Server Installation

This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer
6027R-N3RF/WRF 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.

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 6027R-N3RF/WRF.

Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9DRW-3F/iF 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.

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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC825TQ-R740WB 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 for the X9DRW-3F/iF serverboard.

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

Notes

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction

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

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

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

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

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

SAS (6027R-N3RF Server Only) .................................................................... 1-2

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

Graphics Controller .........................................................................................1-3

Other Features ................................................................................................ 1-3

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

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

Hard Drive Subsystem .................................................................................... 1-3

PCI Expansion Slots ....................................................................................... 1-3

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

I/O Backplane ..................................................................................................1-4

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

1-4 Advanced Power Management ....................................................................... 1-4

Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM) .................................................1-4

Manageability Engine (ME) ............................................................................. 1-4

1-5 Contacting Supermicro ....................................................................................1-6

Chapter 2 Server Installation

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

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

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

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

2-4 Cautions! .........................................................................................................2-2

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

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

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

Ambient Operating Temperature ................................................................ 2-3

Reduced Airfl ow ......................................................................................... 2-3

Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 2-3

Circuit Overloading ..................................................................................... 2-3

Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 2-4

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2-5 Installing the System into a Rack ................................................................... 2-4

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

Installing the Inner Rail Extension .................................................................. 2-4

Outer Rack Rails ............................................................................................. 2-6

2-6 Checking the Serverboard Setup ....................................................................2-8

2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup ......................................................................2-10

Chapter 3 System Interface

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

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

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

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

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

Power Fail ....................................................................................................... 3-2

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

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

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

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

3-4 Drive Carrier LEDs .......................................................................................... 3-3

Chapter 4 Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems

4-1 About Standardized Warning Statements ....................................................... 4-1

Warning Defi nition ........................................................................................... 4-1

Installation Instructions ....................................................................................4-4

Circuit Breaker ................................................................................................ 4-5

Power Disconnection Warning ........................................................................ 4-6

Equipment Installation ..................................................................................... 4-8

Restricted Area ................................................................................................ 4-9

Battery Handling ............................................................................................4-10

Redundant Power Supplies ..........................................................................4-12

Backplane Voltage ........................................................................................ 4-13

Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes ........................................ 4-14

Product Disposal ........................................................................................... 4-15

Hot Swap Fan Warning .................................................................................4-16

Power Cable and AC Adapter ...................................................................... 4-18

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Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup

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

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

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

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

Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink ................................................................. 5-6

Removing the Heatsink ................................................................................... 5-7

5-3 Connecting Cables .......................................................................................... 5-8

Connecting Data Cables ................................................................................. 5-8

Connecting Power Cables ..............................................................................5-8

Connecting the Control Panel ......................................................................... 5-8

5-4 I/O Ports ..........................................................................................................5-9

5-5 Installing Memory .......................................................................................... 5-10

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

5-6 Adding PCI Expansion Cards ....................................................................... 5-12

5-7 Serverboard Details ...................................................................................... 5-13

X9DRW-3F/iF Quick Reference .................................................................... 5-14

5-8 Connector Defi nitions ................................................................................... 5-16

5-9 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................5-25

Explanation of Jumpers ................................................................................5-25

5-10 Onboard Indicators ........................................................................................5-27

5-11 SATA/SAS Drive Connections ....................................................................... 5-28

5-12 Installing Software ......................................................................................... 5-29

SuperDoctor III .............................................................................................. 5-30

5-13 Serverboard Battery ......................................................................................5-32

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 Removing the Chassis Cover ......................................................................... 6-3

6-4 System Fans ...................................................................................................6-4

6-5 Installing the Air Shroud ..................................................................................6-5

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

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

SAS/SATA Drive Installation ............................................................................6-7

6-7 Installing the Motherboard ............................................................................6-10

I/O Shield ...................................................................................................... 6-10

Installing the I/O Shield ................................................................................. 6-10

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Permanent and Optional Standoffs ...............................................................6-10

6-8 Power Supply ............................................................................................... 6-12

Power Supply Failure .................................................................................... 6-12

Replacing the Power Distributor ................................................................... 6-13

Chapter 7 BIOS

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

Starting the Setup Utility ................................................................................. 7-1

7-2 Main Menu ...................................................................................................... 7-1

System Time/System Date .............................................................................7-2

7-3 Advanced Settings Menu ................................................................................ 7-2

7-3 Event Logs .................................................................................................... 7-22

7-4 IPMI ...............................................................................................................7-24

7-5 Boot ...............................................................................................................7-26

7-6 Security .........................................................................................................7-27

7-7 Save & Exit ................................................................................................... 7-27

Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix B System Specifi cations

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview

The SuperServer 6027R-N3RF/WRF is a high-end server comprised of two main
subsystems: the SC825TQ-R740WB 2U server chassis and the X9DRW-3F/iF dual
processor serverboard. 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 serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have been
included with the SuperServer 6027R-N3RF/WRF, as listed below:

• Two (2) 2U Passive CPU Heatsinks (SNK-P0048PS)

• One (1) SC825/826/216/213 DP X9,X8 PC Air shroud (MCP-310-29001-0N)

• Two (2) 2U passive CPU heat sinks (SNK-P0048PS)

• Three (3) 80x80x38-mm Chassis Middle Fans (FAN-0126L4)

• One (1) 76-cm round 16-to-16-pin Ribbon Front Panel Control Cable

(CBL-0017L)

• SAS/SATA Accessories

One (1) SAS/SATA backplane (BPN-SAS-825TQ-O-P)
Two (2) 30AWG 64/54/44/34-cm SAS connection cables (CBL-0188L-02) (for
SuperServer 6027R-N3RF only)
Two (2) 30AWG 76/66/54/45-cm AOC SAS connection cables (CBL-0343L-01)
(for SuperServer 6027R-WRF only)
Eight (8) hot-swap 3.5" hard-disk drive trays (MCP-220-00075-0B)

• One (1) Riser Card (RSC-R2UW-4E8-O-P)

• One (1) Rackmount kit (MCP-290-00053-0N)

Note: For your system to work properly, please follow the links below to download
all necessary drivers/utilities and the user’s manual for your server.

• Supermicro product manuals: http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/

• Product drivers and utilities: ftp://ftp.supermicro.com

• Product safety information:

http://super-dev/about/policies/safety_information.cfm

• If you have any questions, please contact our support team at:

[e-mail]

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1-2 Serverboard Features

At the heart of the SuperServer 6027R-N3RF/WRF lies the X9DRW-3F/iF, a dual
processor serverboard based on the Intel PCH 606/602 chipset. Below are the main
features of the X9DRW-3F/iF. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).

Processors

The X9DRW-3F/iF supports single or dual E5-2600 Series processors in
Socket R LGA2011 type sockets. Please refer to our web site for a complete listing
of supported processors (www.supermicro.com).

Memory

The X9DRW-3F/iF has sixteen (16) single/dual/tri/quad channel 240-pin DIMM
sockets that can support up to 512 GB of DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800 MHz speed
registered ECC RDIMM/LRDIMM SDRAM in two-channel memory bus. Memory
sizes of 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB and 32GB @ 1.35V/1.5V voltages are
supported. Please refer to Chapter 5 for installing memory.

Note: LRDIMM (Reduced Load) memory supports only 1333/1066/800 MHz speed
memory.

Serial ATA

An on-chip (PCH C602) SATA controller is integrated into the X9DRW-3F/iF to
provid e a s i x-port SATA subsystem (two SATA 3.0 and four SATA 2.0 ports), w h i c h
is R AID 0, 1, 5 and 10 (Wind ows SATA) or R AID 0, 1 and 10 (LIN UX and SAS)
suppor ted. T he SATA d rives ar e hot-s wappabl e units.

Note: You must have RAID set up to enable the hot-swap capability of the SATA
drives. D ocum entati on on R AI D setup gui deline s can be fo und on our we b site.

SAS (6027R-N3RF Server Only)

A SAS controller is integrated into the Intel PCH 606/602 chipset to provide an eight
port SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) subsystem, which is RAID 0, 1, and 10 supported.
(Optional RAID 5 support is available with the RAIDKEY installed.) The SAS drives
are hot-swappable units.

Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the
hotswap c apabil ity an d R AID fu ncti on of the SA S drive s.

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Onboard Controllers/Ports

The color-coded I/O ports on the X9DRW-3F/iF include two COM ports (one header
and one port), a VGA (monitor) port, six USB 2.0 ports (4x rear, 1x header for two
front panel), two gigabit Ethernet ports and one dedicated IPMI LAN port.

Note 1: For more information on IPMI confi guration, please refer to the IPMI User's
Guide posted on our website at http://www.supermicro.com/support/manuals/

Graphics Controller

The X9DRW-3F/iF features an integrated Renesas Base-board Controller (BMC)
chip, which also acts as a video controller.

Other Features

Other onboard features that promote system health include onboard voltage
monitors, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU overheat sensors,
power management, AC power loss recovery, virus protection and BIOS rescue.

1-3 Server Chassis Features

The SuperServer 6027R-N3RF/WRF is built upon the SC825TQ-R740WB chassis.
Details on the chassis and on servicing procedures can be found in Chapter 6. The
following is a general outline of the main features of the chassis.

System Power

The SC825TQ-R740WB features a redundant 740 Watt power supply consisting of
two power modules. The system does not need to be shut down when replacing or
removing a single power supply module.

Hard Drive Subsystem

The SC825TQ-R740WB chassis was designed to suppor t eight hot-swap SATA
or SAS hard drives.

PCI Expansion Slots

A riser card (RSC-R2UW-4E8-O-P) on the left side of the chassis can support an
add-on card. See our web site at http://www.supermicro.com/products/nfo/UIO.cfm
and Section 5-6 for further details.

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Front Control Panel

The control panel on the SuperServer 6027R-N3RF/WRF provides you with system
monitoring and control. LEDs indicate system power, HDD activity, network activity,
system overheat and power supply failure. A main power button and a system reset
button are also included. In addition, two USB ports have been incorporated into
the control panel to provide front side USB access.

I/O Backplane

The SC825TQ-R740WB is an ATX form factor chassis designed to be used in a 2U
rackmount confi guration. The I/O backplane provides four standard-size add-on card
slots, one COM port, a VGA port, two USB 2.0 ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard
ports, a dedicated IPMI LAN port and two gigabit Ethernet ports.

Cooling System

The SC825TQ-R740WB chassis has an innovative cooling design that includes
three 8-cm hot-plug system cooling fans located in the middle section of the chassis.
An air shroud channels the airfl ow from the system fans to effi ciently cool the
processor area of the system. The power supply module also includes a cooling fan.

1-4 Advanced Power Management

Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM)

The Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (IPNM) provides your system with
real-time thermal control and power management for maximum energy effi ciency.
Although IPNM Specifi cation Version 1.5 is supported by the BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller), your system must also have IPNM-compatible
Manageability Engine (ME) fi rmware installed to use this feature.

Manageability Engine (ME)

The Manageability Engine, which is an ARC controller embedded in the IOH (I/O
Hub), provides Server Platform Services (SPS) to your system. The services
provided by SPS are different from those proveded by the ME on client platforms.

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Figure 1-1. Intel PCH 606/602 Chipset:

System Block Diagram

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

PROCESSOR

PROCESSOR

DDR3 DIMM

#1

#2

DDR3 DIMM

DDR3 DIMM

DDR3 DIMM

DDR3 DIMM

#2

#1

DDR3 DIMM

G

A

CPU Rear

DDR3 DIMM

B

DDR3 DIMM

D

C

H

F

E

Socket 00

Socket 01

#1

#2

#1

#2

#1

#2

#1

#2

#1

#2

#1

#2

P0

P0

P1

P1

x1

x16

x16

x16

J1

Right Slot

PCIE 3.0x16

DMI

PE3 PE2 PE1

QPI

QPI

CPU Front

DMI

PE1PE2PE3

P0PE3

J3

Left Slot

PCIE 3.0x16+x16

x4 (Lane4~7)

UL1

I350AM2

JLAN1

RJ45

JLAN2

RJ45

Lane Reversal & Polarity Inversion

DMI: Lane Reversal

BIOS

SPI Flash

SPI

DMI
PEG [0...3]

PET8 USB [10,11] LPC

SSB

PCH C602/C606

Gen 3 [1...7]

SATA [0...5]

USB [0...9]

SATA Gen3

SATA Gen2

SATA0

SATA1

SATA2

SATA3

SATA4

SATA5

DDR3 RAM

Renesas

VGA

BMC

TPM Chip

Super I/O

W83527

NCT7904D

HW Monitor

VGA

CONN

PHY

RTL8211E
IPMI LAN

RJ45

REAR

HDR 2X5

REAR

3Gbps

6Gbps

JSM2(SCU4~7)

(3F only)

JSM1(SCU0~3)

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1-5 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)
Web Site:

www.supermicro.com

Asia-Pacifi c

Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.

3F, No. 150, Jian 1st Rd.

Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City 235

Taiwan (R.O.C)
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone]
Web Site:

www.supermicro.com.tw

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Chapter 2

Server Installation

2-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer
6027R-N3RF/WRF up and running. Following these steps in the order given should
enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time.
This quick setup assumes that your system has come to you with the processors
and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a
serverboard, 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 6027R-N3RF/WRF 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
6027R-N3RF/WRF. 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 6027R-N3RF/WRF 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) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back
of the rack to allow for suffi cient airfl ow and ease in servicing.

• This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated

equipment rooms, service closets and the like).

• 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.

2-4 Cautions!

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

simultaneously 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 any hot plug 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

Warning! To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a

rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable.
The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:

• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in

the rack.

• When mounting this unit in a partially fi lled rack, load the rack from the bottom

to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.

• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before

mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.

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.

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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.).

2-5 Installing the System into a Rack

This section provides information on installing the SC825 chassis into a rack unit
with the quick-release rails provided. 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.

Note: This rail will fi t a rack between 26" and 33.5" deep.

Separating the Sections of the Rack Rails

The chassis package includes two rail assemblies in the rack mounting kit. Each
assembly consists of two sections: an inner fi xed chassis rail that secures directly to
the server chassis and an outer fi xed rack rail that secures directly to the rack itself.

Installing the Inner Rail Extension

The SC825 chassis includes a set of inner rails in two sections: inner rails and inner
rail extensions. The inner rails are pre-attached to the chassis, and do not interfere
with normal use of the chassis if you decide not to use a server rack. The inner rail
extension is attached to the inner rail to mount the chassis in the rack.

Installing the Inner Rails (Figure 2-1)

1. Place the inner rail extensions on the side of the chassis aligning the hooks
of the chassis with the rail extension holes. Make sure the extension faces
"outward" just like the pre-attached inner rail.

2. Slide the extension toward the front of the chassis.

3. Secure the chassis with 2 screws as illustrated. Repeat steps for the other
inner rail extension.

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Figure 2-1: Separating the Rack Rails

Separating the Inner and Outer
Rails

1. Locate the rail assembly in the
chassis packaging.

2. Extend the rail assembly by
pulling it outward.

3. Press the quick-release tab.

4. Separate the inner rail
extension from the outer rail
assembly.

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Rail Assembly

Extending the Rails

Quick-Release Tab

Separating

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Outer Rack Rails

Outer rails attach to the rack and hold the chassis in place. The outer rails for the
SC825 chassis extend between 30 inches and 33 inches.

Installing the Outer Rails to the Rack (Figure 2-2)

1. Secure the back end of the outer rail to the rack, using the screws provided.

2. Press the button where the two outer rails are joined to retract the smaller
outer rail.

3. Hang the hooks of the rails onto the rack holes and if desired, use screws to
secure the front of the outer rail onto the rack.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the remaining outer rail.

Figure 2-2. Assembling the Outer Rails

Installing the Chassis into a Rack (Figure 2-3)

Warning: Do not pick up the server with the front handles. They are

designed to pull the system from a rack only.

Stability Hazard: The rack stabilizing mechanism must be in place, or the
rack must be bolted to the fl oor before you slide the unit out for servicing. Failure
to stabilize the rack can cause the rack to tip over.

1. Extend the outer rails as illustrated above.

2. Align the inner rails of the chassis with the outer rails on the rack.

3. Slide the inner rails into the outer rails, keeping the pressure even on both

sides. When the chassis has been pushed completely into the rack, it should
click into the locked position.

4. Optional screws may be used to secure the to hold the front of the chassis to

the rack.

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Figure 2-3. Installing the Rack Rails

Note: The fi gure above is for illustrative purposes only. Always install servers to

the bottom of the rack fi rst.

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2-6 Checking the Serverboard Setup

After you install the SuperServer 6027R-N3RF/WRF 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.

Accessing the inside of the System (Figure 2-4)

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

locks (you will hear a "click").

2. Next, depress the two buttons on the top of the chassis to release the top

cover.

3. You can then lift the top cover from the chassis to gain full access to the

inside of the server.

Checking the Components and Setup

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

Each processor needs its own heat sink. See Chapter 5 for instructions on
processor and heat sink installation.

2. Your SuperServer 6027R-N3RF/WRF 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.

3. If desired, you can install add-on cards to the system. See Chapter 5 for

details on installing PCI add-on cards.

4. Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking

the chassis airfl ow. Also make sure that no cables are positioned in front of
the fans. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections.

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Figure 2-4. Accessing the Inside of the System

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2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup

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

Checking the Drives

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

ROM, you will need to remove the top chassis cover. The hard drives can be
installed and removed from the front of the chassis without removing the top
chassis cover.

2. A slim DVD-ROM may be preinstalled in your server. Refer to Chapter 6 if

you need to install a DVD-ROM drive to the system.

3. Depending upon your system's confi guration, your system may have one or

more drives already installed. If you need to install hard drives, please refer to
Chapter 6.

Checking the Airfl ow

1. Airfl ow is provided by three hot-swappable 8-cm chassis cooling fans. The

system component layout was carefully designed to direct suffi cient cooling
airfl ow to the components that generate the most heat.

2. 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.

Providing Power

1. Plug the power cord(s) from the power supply unit(s) into a high-quality

power strip that offers protection from electrical noise and power surges. It is
recommended that you use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

2. Depress the power on button on the front of the chassis.

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System Interface

3-1 Overview

There are several LEDs on the control panel of the 6027R-N3RF/WRF server as
well as others on the 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.

3-2 Control Panel Buttons

There are two buttons located on the front of the chassis: a reset button and a
power on/off button.

Reset

Use the reset button to reboot 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 chassis has several 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.

Power Fail

Indicates a power supply module has failed. The second power supply module will
take the load and keep the system running but the failed module will need to be
replaced. Refer to Chapter 6 for details on replacing the power supply. This LED
should be off when the system is operating normally.

NIC1

Indicates network activity on the LAN1 port when fl ashing.

NIC2

Indicates network activity on the LAN2 port when fl ashing.

• Information LED: See the follow ing tab le for t he status s hown by thi s LED.

Information LED

Status Description

Continously on and red An overheat ocondition has occured. (This may be caused by cable congestion.)
Blinking red (1 Hz) Fan failure: check for an inoperative fan.
Blinking red (0.25 Hz) Power failure: check for an inoperative power supply.
Solid blue Local UID has been activated. Use this function to locate the server in a rack

environment.

Blinking blue (300 msec) Remote UID has been activated. Use this function to locate the server from a

remote location.

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HDD

On the SUPERSERVER 6027R-N3RF/WRF, this LED indicates hard drive and/or
DVD-ROM drive activity when fl ashing.

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:

SATA Drives

• Green: When ill uminated, the green LED on the SATA drive carr ier indic ates

drive ac tivity. A con nectio n to the SATA b ackplane e nables th is 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: When this LED fl ashes it indicates the drive is rebuilding. When solid on

it indicates a SATA 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.

SAS Drives

• Green: When illuminated, the green LED on the drive carrier indicates the SAS

drive is p owere d on. I f thi s LED is n ot lit , it mea ns no p ower is b ein g prov ide d
for the drive. Please refer to Chapter 6 for instructions on replacing failed drives.

• Red: When this LED fl ashes it indicates the drive is rebuilding. When solid on

it indicates a SAS 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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Notes