Supero SuperServer 7047R-TRF User Manual

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SUPER

USER'S MANUAL

Revision 1.0b

SUPERSERVER

7047R-TRF

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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 7047R-TRF.
Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only.

The SuperServer 7047R-TRF is a high-end server based on the SC745TQ-R920B
4U tower/rackmountable chassis and the X9DRi-F 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 X9DRi-F serverboard and
the SC745TQ-R920B chassis.

Chapter 2: Server Installation

This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 7047R-TRF
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 7047R-TRF.

Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup

Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9DRi-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.

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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC745TQ-R920B 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 Error 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

Onboard Controllers/Ports .............................................................................. 1-2

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

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

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

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

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

I/O Backplane .................................................................................................. 1-3

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

1-4 Advanced Power Management (for -F Models Only) ..................................... 1-4

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

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

1-4 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 Warnings and 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

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

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

Installing the Chassis Rails ............................................................................. 2-6

Installing the Rack Rails ................................................................................. 2-7

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Installing the Server into the Rack .................................................................. 2-8

2-6 Checking the Serverboard Setup .................................................................... 2-9

2-7 Checking the Drive Bay Setup ...................................................................... 2-10

Chapter 3 System Interface

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Information LED .............................................................................................. 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

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

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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

DIMM Module Population Confi guration ...................................................5-11

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

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

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

5-9 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................ 5-23

Explanation of Jumpers ................................................................................ 5-23

5-10 Onboard Indicators ........................................................................................ 5-25

5-11 SATA Drive Connections ............................................................................... 5-26

5-12 Installing Software ......................................................................................... 5-27

SuperDoctor III .............................................................................................. 5-28

5-14 Serverboard Battery ...................................................................................... 5-30

Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup

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

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

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

6-3 System Fans ................................................................................................... 6-4

Fan Failure ...................................................................................................... 6-4

6-4 Drive Bay Installation ...................................................................................... 6-6

SATA Drives .................................................................................................... 6-6

SATA Backplane .............................................................................................. 6-7

Storage Module ............................................................................................... 6-8

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

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

Chapter 7 BIOS

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

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

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

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

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

7-4 Event Logs .................................................................................................... 7-22

7-5 IPMI ............................................................................................................... 7-23

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

7-7 Security ......................................................................................................... 7-25

7-8 Save & Exit ................................................................................................... 7-26

Appendix A BIOS POST Error Codes
Appendix B System Specifi cations

Drive Bays .......................................................................................................B-1

Peripheral Drive Bays .....................................................................................B-1

Expansion Slots ..............................................................................................B-1

Serverboard .....................................................................................................B-2

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Chapter 1

Introduction

1-1 Overview

The SUPERSERVER 7047R-TRF is a high-end server comprised of two main
subsystems: the SC745TQ-R920B 4U/tower chassis and the X9DRi-F 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 7047R-TRF, as listed below:

• Two (2) passive CPU heatsinks (SNK-P0048PS)

• Three (3) 8-cm system fans (FAN-0074L4)

• Two (2) 8-cm rear exhaust fans (FAN-0082L4)

• One (1) air shroud (MCP-310-49001-0N)

• One (1) 20" front control 16-to-16 pin ribbon cable (CBL-0087)

• Four (4) 200 mm 4-to-4 Pin Middle Fan Power Extension cables (CBL-0216L)

• SAS Accessories

One (1) SAS backplane (BPN-SAS-743TQ)
Two (2) 40-cm 8-to-8-pin ribbon cable w/tube for SGPIO (CBL-157L)
Six (6) 35-cm SATA cables (CBL-0061L)
Eight (8) 3.5" drive trays (MCP-220-00092-0B)

• One rackmount kit (Optional: CSE-PT26)

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 7047R-TRF lies the X9DRi-F, a dual processor
serverboard based on the Intel PCH C602/C606 chipset. Below are the main
features of the X9DRi-F. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).

Processors

The X9DRi-F supports single or dual E5-2600 V2 series processors in
Socket R LGA2011 type sockets. Please refer to our web site for a complete listing
of supported processors (www.supermicro.com).

Note: If only one CPU is installed, then only half the PCI-E slots (PCI-E 1~3) will
function in the server. The system needs both CPUs installed for all PCI-E slots
to funtion.

Memory

The X9DRi-F has 16 single/dual/tri/quad channel 240-pin DIMM sockets
that can support up to 512 GB of DDR3 1866/1600/1333/1066/800 MHz
registered ECC 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.

Serial ATA

An on-chip (PCH C606) SATA controller is integrated into theX9DRi-F to provide
a six-port, 3 Gb/sec SATA subsystem, which is RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 supported.
The SATA drives are hot-swappable units.

Note: You must have RAID set up to enable the hot-swap capability of the SATA
drives. Documentation on RAID setup guidelines can be found on our web site.

Onboard Controllers/Ports

The color-coded I/O ports on the X9DRi-F include two COM ports (one header and
one port), a VGA (monitor) port, eleven USB 2.0 ports (4x rear, 6x header, 1x Type
A), 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 X9DRi-F features an integrated Nuvoton WP450R BMC Base-board Controller
(BMC) chip, which also acts as a video controller..

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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 following is a general outline of the main features of the SC745TQ-R920B
server chassis.

System Power

The SC745TQ-R920B features dual redundant 920 Watt power supply. Power
must be removed from the server before replacing a failed power supply unless a
second (optional) 920 Watt power module is installed to provide the system with
redundant power.

Front Control Panel

The control panel on the SuperServer 7047R-TRF 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 SC745TQ-R920B is an extended ATX form factor chassis that may be used in
either a tower or a 4U rackmount confi guration. The I/O backplane provides seven
tool-less motherboard expansion slots, one COM port, one parallel port, one VGA
port, two USB 2.0 ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports, two gigabit Ethernet ports
and a dedicated IPMI LAN port.

Cooling System

The chassis has an innovative cooling design that includes three 8-cm hot-plug
system cooling fans located in the middle section of the chassis as well as two 8-cm
hot-plug exhaust fans located at the rear 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.

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1-4 Advanced Power Management (for -F Models Only)

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 C602/C606 Chipset:

System Block Diagram

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

SLOT 2

KB

MS

COM1
External

#0-5

#0-6

Ports 4~7

Ports 0~3

#0-4

#0-3

#0-2

#0-1

#1-4

#1-3

#1-2

#1-1

DDR3

800/1066/1333

1600/1866

QPI

QPI

8G

LANE6

SLOT 1

COM2
Header

SLOT 3

PCI-E X8

USB 2.0

3.0 Gb/S

PCH C602/C606

PCI-E X16 G3

DMI2

LANE5

LANE1/2/3/4

SPI

P0

SIO

W83527

USB

SATA

2 Rear
4 Front

1 Type-A

BMC

PCI-E X8 G3

PCI-32

#1-5

#1-6

PCI-E X8 G3

SAS

8 SNB CORE
DDR3

QPI
8G

SAS
SAS

P1

P1

P0

PCI-E X4 G3

8 SNB CORE

DDR3

E5-2600 Series

Processor

E5-2600 Series

Processor

SLOT 4

SLOT 5

PCI-E X16

PCI-E X16

PCI-E X16

SLOT 6

PCI-E X8

PCI-E X8 G3

PCI-E X16 G3

PCI-E X16 G3

6.0 Gb/S

FOR PORT 0/1

PCI-E X8

82580

LAN

VGA

PCI-E X4

#2

#3A

#3B

#1B

#1A

DMI2

DMI2

#2

#1

#3

DMI2 4GB/s

8GB/s

#0~#6

#0~#8

DDR3

800/1066/1333

1600/1866

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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.

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

Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City 23511

Taiwan (R.O.C)

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web Site:

www.supermicro.com.tw

Technical Support:
Email: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone]

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Chapter 2

Server Installation

2-1 Overview

This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 7047R-TRF
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.

The SuperServer 7047R-TRF may be employed either as a tower or mounted in a
rack as a 4U rackmount chassis. If using it as a tower unit, please read the Server
Precautions in the next section and then skip ahead to Section 2-5.

2-2 Unpacking the System

You should inspect the box the system 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 SuperServer 7047R-TRF. 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. Be sure to read the Rack and Server Precautions in the
next section.

2-3 Preparing for Setup

The box the system was shipped in may include two sets of rail assemblies, two
rail mounting brackets and mounting screws needed for installing the system into a
rack (optional kit). 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 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 Warnings and 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.

• Slide/rail-mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or workspace.

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

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 system into a rack unit. Rack
installation requires the use of the optional rackmount kit. If the system has already
been mounted into a rack or if you are using it as a tower, 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. The following is a guideline for installing the server into
a rack with the rack rails provided in the rackmount kit. You should also refer to the
installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.

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.

Warning: When initially installing the server to a rack, test that the rail locking tabs
engage to prevent the server from being overextended. Have a rack lift in place as
a precaution in case the test fails.

Warning: In any instance of pulling the system from the rack, always use a rack
lift and follow all associated safety precautions.

Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails

The optional rackmount kit includes two rack rail assemblies. Each of these
assemblies consist of three sections: an inner fi xed chassis rail that secures to
the chassis, an outer rack rail that secures directly to the rack itself and two rail
brackets, which also attack to the rack (see Figure 2-1.) The inner and outer rails
must be detached from each other to install.

To remove the inner chassis rail, pull it out as far as possible - you should hear a
"click" sound as a locking tab emerges from inside the rail assembly and locks the
inner rail. Depress the locking tab to pull the inner rail completely out. Do this for
both assemblies (one for each side).

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

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Figure 2-2. Preparing to Install the Chassis Rails

Installing the Chassis Rails

You will need to remove the top cover and the feet to add rack rails to the chassis.
First, remove the top and right covers (top and left covers when standing as a tower
chassis) by fi rst removing the screws that secure them to the chassis. Depress the
button on the top (side if tower) of the chassis to release the cover and then pull
the cover off. Then unscrew the four feet and remove them from the chassis (see
Figure 2-2).

You can now attach rack rails to the top and bottom (now the sides) of the chassis.
First add the rack handles. Then position the inner chassis rail sections you just
removed along the side of the chassis making sure the screw holes line up. Note
that these two rails are left/right specifi c. Screw the rail securely to the side of the
chassis (see Figure 2-3). Repeat this procedure for the other rail on the other side
of the chassis. You will also need to attach the rail brackets when installing into a
telco rack.

Locking Tabs: As mentioned, the 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 7047R-TRF in the rack. (See
Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3.) Position the fi xed rack rail/sliding rail
guide assemblies 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 both are at the exact same height and with the rail guides facing inward.

Figure 2-3. Installing the Rails to the Chassis

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Figure 2-4. Installing the Server into a Rack

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. You should have two brackets in the rack
mount kit. Install these fi rst keeping in mind that they are left/right specifi c (marked
with "L" and "R"). Then, line 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).

When the server has been pushed completely into the rack, you should hear the
locking tabs "click". Finish by inserting and tightening the thumbscrews that hold
the front of the server to the rack (see Figure 2-4).

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 setting up the the system, 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

1. If rack mounted, fi rst release the screws that secure the unit to the rack.

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

3. There are two screws that secure the cover to the chassis - remove these
fi rst.

4. Locate the latch on the top (side if tower) of the chassis - depress where it
says "push" then lift the latch to release the cover.

5. Lift the cover from the chassis to gain full access to the inside of the server.
See Figure 2-5.

Checking the Components and Setup

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

2. Your server 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. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections.

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2-7 Checking the Drive Bay Setup

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

Checking the Drives

1. All drives can be accessed from the front of the server. For servicing the
optional DVD-ROM and IDE hard drives, you will need to remove the top/left
chassis cover. The hard drives can be installed and removed from the front of
the chassis without removing any chassis covers.

2. To install components into the 5.25" drive bays, you must fi rst remove the top/
left chassis cover as described in the previous section. Refer to Chapter 6 for
details.

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

4. 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 four hot-swap 8-cm chassis fans working in conjunction
with an air shroud. Two 8-cm exhaust fans are also mounted at the rear of
the chassis. The system component layout was carefully designed to promote
suffi cient airfl ow through the chassis.

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. Keep this in mind when you
reroute them after working on the system.

Supplying Power to the System

The last thing you must do is to provide input power to the system.

1. Plug the power cords from the power supplies unit into a high-quality power
strip that offers protection from electrical noise and power surges.

2. It is recommended that you use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

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

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Figure 2-5. Accessing the Inside of the System

(Rack Confi guration shown)

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Notes

Chapter 3: System Interface

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Chapter 3

System Interface

3-1 Overview

The control panel on the SUPERSERVER 7047R-TRF has several LEDs and two
buttons. There are also two LEDs on each SATA drive carrier. These LEDs keep
you constantly informed of the overall status of the system and the activity and
health of specifi c components.

3-2 Control Panel Buttons

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

Power

This is the main power button, which is used to apply or turn off the main system
power. Turning off system power with this button removes the main power but keeps
standby power supplied to the system.

Reset

Use the reset button to reboot the system.

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3-3 Control Panel LEDs

The control panel located on the front of the SC745 chassis has six LEDs that
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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Power

Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply. This LED should
normally be on when the system is operating.

HDD

Indicates SATA drive activity when fl ashing.

NIC1

Indicates network activity on LAN1 when fl ashing.

NIC2

Indicates network activity on LAN2 when fl ashing.