Advantech AGS-913 Series User manual

User Manual
AGS-913 Series
High Density 1U GPU Server, w/
up to 3 PCIe x16 FH/10.5" length
Double-depth &1 PCIe x8 FH/HL
Single-depth Expansion Card

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2014
by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right
to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without
notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted
in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co.,
Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. How-
ever, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringe-
ments of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Microsoft Windows and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
Product Warranty (2 years)
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of pur-
chase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been
subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no
liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantech’s high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of
our customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defec-
tive, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-
of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials,
service time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU
speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem
occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandize
authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return
more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement
Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt)
in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date
is not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid
to your dealer.
Part No. 2001S91300 Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan July 2015

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A Message to the Customer
Advantech Customer Services
Each and every Advantech product is built to the most exacting specifications to
ensure reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of indus-
trial environments. Whether your new Advantech equipment is destined for the labo-
ratory or the factory floor, you can be assured that your product will provide the
reliability and ease of operation for which the name Advantech has come to be
known.
Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to Advantech’s customer
services. To ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instruc-
tions below carefully.
Technical Support
We want you to get the maximum performance from your products. So if you run into
technical difficulties, we are here to help. For the most frequently asked questions,
you can easily find answers in your product documentation. These answers are nor-
mally a lot more detailed than the ones we can give over the phone.
So please consult this manual first. If you still cannot find the answer, gather all the
information or questions that apply to your problem, and with the product close at
hand, call your dealer. Our dealers are well trained and ready to give you the support
you need to get the most from your Advantech products. In fact, most problems
reported are minor and are easily solved over the phone.
In addition, free technical support is available from Advantech engineers every busi-
ness day. We are always ready to give advice on application requirements or specific
information on the installation and operation of any of our products.
Declaration of Conformity
FCC Class A
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Opera-
tion of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Safety Information
Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions provided with your
equipment. In the event of a conflict between the instructions in this guide and the
instructions in equipment documentation, follow the guidelines in the equipment doc-
umentation.
Observe all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions. To reduce the
risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire and damage to the equipment, observe all pre-
cautions included in this guide.
You must become familiar with the safety information in this guide before you install,
operate, or service Advantech products.
Machine Room Environment
Make sure that the area in which you install the system is properly ventilated
and climate-controlled.
Ensure that the voltage and frequency of your power source match the voltage
and frequency inscribed on the electrical rating label of the equipment.
Do not install the system in or near a plenum, air duct, radiator, or heat register.
Never use the product in a wet location.
Equipment Chassis
Do not block or cover the openings to the system.
Never push objects of any kind through openings in the equipment.
Dangerous voltages might be present.
Conductive foreign objects can produce a short circuit and cause fire, electric
shock, or damage to your equipment.
Lift equipment using both hands and with your knees bent.
Rack Mount Instructions
The following or similar rack-mount instructions are included with the installation
instructions:
Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly,
the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than
room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equip-
ment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature
(Tma) specified by the manufacturer.
Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that
the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not com-
promised.
Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that
a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
Circuit Overloading - Consideration should be given to the connection of the
equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits
might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring.
Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when
addressing this concern.
Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rackmounted equipment should be
maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other
than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).

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Make sure only one component is extended at a time. A rack might become
unstable if more than one component is extended.
Equipment Batteries*
The system battery contains lithium manganese dioxide. If the battery pack is
not handled properly, there is risk of fire and burns.
Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of the
battery in fire or water.
Do not expose the battery to temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F).
The system battery is not replaceable. If the battery is replaced by an incorrect
type, there is danger of explosion. Replace the battery only with a spare desig-
nated for your product.
Do not attempt to recharge the battery.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions of the manufacturer.
Do not dispose of batteries with the general household waste. To forward them
to recycling or proper disposal, use the public collection system or return them
to Advantech, your authorized Advantech partner, or their agents.
Equipment Modifications
Do not make mechanical modifications to the system. Advantech is not respon-
sible for the regulatory compliance of Advantech equipment that has been mod-
ified.
Equipment Repairs and Servicing
The installation of internal options and routine maintenance and service of this
product should be performed by individuals who are knowledgeable about the
procedures, precautions, and hazards associated with equipment containing
hazardous energy levels.
Do not exceed the level of repair specified in the procedures in the product doc-
umentation. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard.
Allow the product to cool before removing covers and touching internal compo-
nents.
Remove all watches, rings, or loose jewelry when working before removing cov-
ers and touching internal components.
Do not use conductive tools that could bridge live parts.
Use gloves when you remove or replace system components; they can become
hot to the touch.
–If the product sustains damage requiring service, disconnect the product from
the AC electrical outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service provider.
Examples of damage requiring service include:
–The power cord, extension cord, or plug has been damaged.
–Liquid has been spilled on the product or an object has fallen into the product.
–The product has been exposed to rain or water.
–The product has been dropped or damaged.
–The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating instruc-
tions.

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Peripheral Compatibility
Note! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacture. Discard used batteries according to the manufacture's
instructions.
Danger d'explosion si la batterie est remplacée de façon incorrecte.
Remplacez-la uniquement avec le même type ou équivalent recom-
mandé par la fabrication. Jetez les piles usagées selon les instructions
du fabricant.
Category Advantech PN Vendor Part Description Remarks
System AGS-913-R11A1E Advantech Basic sku (two lan ports)
AGS-913I-R11A1E Advantech IPMI sku (four lan ports)
CPU
96MPXE-2.2-30M20T Intel Xeon E5-2658 v3/2.2GHz/12cores 95W
96MPXE-2.4-15M20T Intel Xeon E5-2620 v3/2.4GHz/6cores 95W
96MPXE-1.9-15M20T Intel Xeon E5-2609 v3/1.9GHz/6cores 80W
96MPXE-2.6-20M20T Intel Xeon E5-2640 v3/2.6GHz/8cores 95W
96MPXE-2.5-30M20T Intel Xeon E5-2680 v3/2.5GHz/12cores 115W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2698 v3/2.3GHz/16cores 135W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2695 v3/2.3GHz/14cores 120W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2690 v3/2.6GHz/12cores 135W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2683 v3/2.0GHz/14cores 120W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2680 v3/2.5GHz/12cores 120W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2670 v3/2.3GHz/12cores 120W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2667 v3/3.2GHz/8cores 135W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2660 v3/2.6GHz/10cores 105W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2658A v3/2.2GHz/12cores 105W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2658 v3/2.2GHz/12cores 105W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2650L v3/1.8GHz/12cores 65W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2650 v3/2.3GHz/10cores 105W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2648L v3/1.8GHz/12cores 75W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2643 v3/3.4GHz/6cores 135W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2640 v3/2.6GHz/8cores 90W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2637 v3/3.5GHz/4cores 135W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2630L v3/1.8GHz/8cores 55W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2630 v3/2.4GHz/8cores 85W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2628L v3/2.0GHz/10cores 75W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2623 v3/3.0GHz/4cores 105W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2620 v3/2.4GHz/6cores 85W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2618L v3/2.3GHz/8cores 75W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2609 v3/1.9GHz/6cores 85W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2608L v3/2.0GHz/6cores 52W
TBD Intel Xeon E5-2603 v3/1.6GHz/6cores 85W
Memory TBD TBD DDR4 288PIN ECC-REG DIMM,
capacity up to 32GB per module -

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*SATA
HDD
96ND1T-ST-SG7KE Seagate 2.5” SATA3 1T
Enterprise ST91000
640NS
96ND250G-ST-SG7K Seagate 2.5” SATA2 250G Enterprise ST92506
10NS
SAS HDD 96ND500G-SS-
SG7KE Seagate 2.5” SAS2 500G ST95006
20SS
CPU
Heatsink
1960065593N001 Dynatron LGA2011 1U heatsink with
Cu fin & CU VC.
T318For
CPU0
socket
1960065591N001 Dynatron LGA2011 1U heatsink with
Cu fin & CU VC.
T236For
CPU1
socket
Riser
Card
9696910R20E Advantech AGS-913 UM x8 riser -
9696910R00E Advantech AGS-913 UL x16 riser -
9696910R10E Advantech AGS-913 LL x16 riser -
9696910R30E Advantech AGS-913 LR x16 riser -
Power
supply 96PSR-1K1W1U-AD 3Y 1100W power module YM-
2112A
SATA
DOM
SQF-SDMM2-16G-
9CB Advantech 16G MLC SATA DOM SATA3
interface
SQF-SDMM2-32G-
9CB Advantech 32G MLC SATA DOM SATA3
interface
SQF-SDMM2-64G-
S7CB Advantech 64G MLC SATA DOM SATA2
interface
SQF-SDMS2-32G-
S7CB Advantech 32G SLC SATA DOM SATA2
interface
RAID
Card 96RC-SAS-4P-PE-LS LSI 9240-4i SAS/SATA RAID card -
96RC-SAS-4P-PE-LS2 LSI 9260-4i SAS/SATA RAID card -
RAID
Card
cable 96CB-SAS-SATA-4P1 - CABLE MINI SAS TO 4-PORT
SATA 1M
Without
SGPIO
function
Note! AGS-913 system MUST use the SSD or enterprise level SATA HDD or
SAS HDD.

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Initial Inspection
Before powering up the system, please make sure that the following materials have
been shipped:
1 x AGS-913 system
1 x AGS-913 Startup Manual
1 x Driver CD (User Manual is included)
2 x CPU heatsink
1 x Slide rail kit
2 x Mounting ears with handle
1 x Warranty card
6 x Power cable for expansion cards (pre-assembled in the system)
1 x CPU air duct (pre-assembled in the system)
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact distributor or sales representa-
tive immediately. We have carefully inspected the AGS-913 mechanically and electri-
cally before shipment. It should be free of marks and scratches and in perfect
working order upon receipt. When unpacking the AGS-913, check it for signs of ship-
ping damage. (For example, damaged box, scratches, dents, etc.) If it is damaged or
it fails to meet the specifications, notify our service department or local sales repre-
sentative immediately. Also notify the carrier. Retain the shipping carton and packing
material for inspection by the carrier. After inspection, we will make arrangements to
repair or replace the unit.
Order Information
Part number Expansion slot Lan port IPMI
AGS-913-R11A1E 3*PCIe x16 + 1*PCIe x8 2 N/A
AGS-913I-R11A1E 3*PCIe x16 + 1*PCIe x8 4 Yes

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Contents
Chapter 1 Overview...............................................1
1.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................2
1.2 Features....................................................................................................2
1.3 System Specifications...............................................................................3
1.4 System Layout, LED, Jumpers and Connectors.......................................5
1.4.1 LED Definitions.............................................................................6
1.4.2 Jumpers........................................................................................7
1.4.3 Connectors....................................................................................8
1.5 Block Diagram...........................................................................................9
1.6 System Memory ........................................................................................9
1.7 Memory Installation Procedures..............................................................10
Chapter 2 Setting up...........................................11
2.1 Before you Begin.....................................................................................12
2.1.1 Work Area...................................................................................12
2.1.2 Tools...........................................................................................12
2.1.3 Precautions.................................................................................12
2.2 Installing Motherboard Components.......................................................13
2.2.1 Removing the Chassis Cover .....................................................13
2.2.2 Installing the CPU and Heatsink.................................................14
2.2.3 Installing the Memory..................................................................18
2.2.4 Installing Hard Drives..................................................................19
2.2.5 Installing PCIe x16 Expansion Cards..........................................21
2.2.6 Installing PCIe x8 Expansion Card .............................................25
2.3 Rack Mounting........................................................................................29
2.3.1 Installing the Server in a Rack....................................................29
Chapter 3 AMI BIOS ............................................33
3.1 Introduction .............................................................................................34
3.2 BIOS Setup .............................................................................................35
3.2.1 Main Menu..................................................................................35
3.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features Setup.................................................36
3.2.3 Intel RC Setup.............................................................................48
3.2.4 Server Management ...................................................................68
3.2.5 Security.......................................................................................72
3.2.6 Boot.............................................................................................73
3.2.7 Save & Exit .................................................................................74
Chapter 4 Chipset Software Installation Utility 75
4.1 Before You Begin....................................................................................76
4.2 Introduction .............................................................................................76
4.2.1 Main Menu..................................................................................76
4.3 Windows OS Driver Setup ......................................................................77
Chapter 5 VGA Setup..........................................79
5.1 Introduction .............................................................................................80
5.2 Windows Series Driver Setup .................................................................80

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Chapter 6 LAN Configuration / SATA RAID &
AHCI / USB 3.0 Setup81
6.1 LAN Configuration................................................................................... 82
6.1.1 Introduction................................................................................. 82
6.1.2 Features...................................................................................... 82
6.1.3 Installation................................................................................... 82
6.1.4 Windows Series Driver Setup (LAN)........................................... 83
6.2 AHCI & SATA RAID................................................................................ 84
6.3 USB3.0.................................................................................................... 85
Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer.87
A.1 Watchdog Timer Overview...................................................................... 88
A.2 Programming the Watchdog Timer......................................................... 88

Chapter 1
1Overview

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1.1 Introduction
The AGS-913 is a high performance Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 series system for server-
grade IPC applications that require high computing power & multi-expansion slots in
1U system. This system supports Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 series processor and DDR4
1600/1866/2133 MHz memory up to 256 GB.
AGS-913 provides 3 x PCIe x16 slot (x16 link)* + 1 x PCIe x8 slot (x8 link)*.
In addition, the AGS-913 has four Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports via four dedicated PCIe
x1 gen2 bus, which offer bandwidth up to 500 MB/s, eliminating network bottlenecks.
The fourth RJ-45 LAN connector which is also support IPMI* function, it allows
remote control.
High reliability and outstanding performance makes AGS-913 the ideal platform for
industrial server applications.
By using the Intel C612 chipset, the AGS-913 offers a variety of features such as 8
SATA III interfaces; it supports IRST (Intel Rapid Storage Technology) and provides
RAID 0, 1, 10 and 5 (Windows only*); and it has 2 USB3.0 ports in rear side, 4 USB
2.0 (2 in front side, 2 are internal Type-A connectors).
These powerful I/O capabilities ensure even more reliable data storage capabilities
and high-speed I/O peripheral connectivity.
1.2 Features
General
Intel E5-2600 v3 processor support: AGS-913 supports two Intel E5-2600 v3
series multi-core (up to sixteen cores) processors.
High performance I/O capability: Four Gigabit LAN, 3* PCIe x16 slot (x16 link) +
1* PCIe x8 slot(x8 link), 8 SATA connectors, 2 USB 3.0 and 4 USB 2.0 ports.
Proprietary form factor with industrial features: AGS-913 provides industrial fea-
tures like long product lifecycle, reliable operation, watchdog timer, etc.
IPMI 2.0 support: AGS-913I equipped with ASPEED 2400 BMC chip supports
IPMI 2.0 (Intelligent Platform Management Interface 2.0) via fourth sharing LAN
port.
KVM over IP: AGS-913I KVM over IP function allows remote control of system
through your own computer.
Note! 1. Each PCIe x16 slot could install a full-height / 10.5" length / double-
depth expansion card.
2. Each PCIe x8 slot could install a full-height / half-length / single
depth expansion card.
3. IPMI module will be only included in AGS-913I sku.
4. Please refer to the release note of each Linux OS for Intel's C612
chipset SATA RAID function support.

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1.3 System Specifications
Processor
CPU
Dual Intel LGA2011 Xeon processor sockets
Supports Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3 series processor
Supports the processor TDP up to 135 W.
System Memory
Memory Capacity
Intel Xeon processor supports DDR4 memory bus
Total 8 288-pin memory slots provided
Supports total capacity up to 256 GB
4 channels per processor, 1 memory slot per channel
Memory Type Supports DDR4 1600/1866/2133 MHz ECC Registered Modules
Memory Sizes Each memory slot supports 4GB, 8GB, 16GB and 32GB memory
modules
Memory Voltage 1.2 V
Error Detection Corrects single-bit errors
Detects double-bit errors (using ECC memory)
On-board Devices
Chipsets Intel C612 PCH provide 8 PCIe x1 Gen2 lanes
Network Controllers
4 x Intel I210 Gigabit Ethernet Controller connected to C612
through PCIe Gen2 Lane
Above network Supports 10BASE-T, 100BASE-T, and
1000BASE-T, with RJ-45 output
VGA ASPEED AST2400 controller with 64 MB VGA memory provides
basic 2D VGA function.
Super I/O Nuvoton NCT6776F chip provide motherboard,
RS-232, parallel port and hardware monitor functions.
BMC Sharing with the fourth RJ45 port.
Input / Output
Storage Total 4 x 2.5" HDD bays, all support 6 Gb/s bandwidth
RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support (Windows only).
LAN 4 x RJ-45 LAN ports (10/100/1000 Base-T LAN).
USB
2 x USB 3.0 ports at rear window.
2 x USB 2.0 ports at front window.
2 x internal Type-A USB 2.0 port.
VGA 1 x D-Sub port
Serial Port / Header 2 x internal header (2 x 5 pin, 2.5 mm pitch) for UART port.
Power Supply
Power 80 PLUS Platinum 1+1 redundant power supply
900 W @ 100 ~ 120 V
1100 W @ 200 ~ 240 V
Power Connector
Expansion
Card power 8 x 6 pin 12V power connector for 6 pin / 8 pin expansion card.
Expansion Slots

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PCI-express
3 x PCI-E x16 slot (Gen3 x16 link)
–PCIEX16_SLOT2 (from CPU 0)
–PCIEX16_SLOT3 (from CPU 0)
–PCIEX16_SLOT6 (from CPU 1)
1 x PCI-E x8 slot (Gen3 x8 link)
–PCIEX8_SLOT1 (from CPU0)
System BIOS
BIOS type 64 Mb SPI Flash EEPROM with AMI BIOS
PC Health Monitoring
Voltage Monitors for CPU Cores, +3.3 V, +5 V, +12 V, +5 V Standby, VBAT
Fan
Three 4-pin 40x56 fan for CPU cooling.
Four 4-pin 40x56 fan & two 4-pin 40x28 fan for expansion card
cooling.
All fans with tachometer status monitoring
Temperature Monitoring for CPU0 & CPU1 (PECI)
Monitoring for System (HWM)
Other Features
(Case Open)
Chassis intrusion detection
Chassis Intrusion header
Operating Environment / Compliance
RoHS RoHS Compliant 6/6 Pb Free
Environmental Spec.
Operating Temperature: 0 to 40° C
Non-operating Temperature: -10 to 70° C
Operating Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing)
Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

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1.4 System Layout, LED, Jumpers and Connectors
Connectors on the AGS-913 are linked to external devices such as hard disk drives.
In addition, AGS-913 has a jumper that are used to clean CMOS for BIOS.
The tables below list the functions of each jumper and connector. Later sections in
this chapter give instructions for setting jumpers. Chapter 2 gives instructions for con-
necting external devices to AGS-913.
LAN1 ~ LAN4
USB0_1
BMC Module
(AGS-913I only)
VGA1
1+1 1100W
Redundant
power module
PCIEX8_SLOT1
COM1 & COM2
PCIEX16_SLOT3
6*12V output
power connector
f or exp ansio n card
2*4028
System fan
2*12V output
power connector
f or exp ansio n card
2*4056
System fan
LPC connector
DDR4
DIMM slot
E5-2600 v3
CPU socket PCIEX16_SLOT2
5*4056
System fan
PCIEX16_SLOT6 4*USB2.0
port
System intrusion
switch
4*2.5”
HDD Bay
SATA1 ~ 4
SSATA1~4
JCMOS1
JME1
LAN1
VGA1
1+1 1100W
Redundant power module
USB0_1
Location button & LED
Error LED
Power module LED
LAN2
LAN3
LAN4

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1.4.1 LED Definitions
Front l/O LED
HDD LED
BP_P1
BP_P2 SMBUS1
SATA SGPIO1 & 2
TCN1
TCN2
5V LED1 &
5VSB LED1 &
BMC LED1
CPU0 CPU1
SGPIO1
SATA3
SMBUS1
SATA4
SATA1SATA2
FP USB1_2
FP USB3
USB4
CN1
LED State Color Description
Power LED On Green System is turned on
Blinking Green System is under S1 or S4 state
Off Off Power off
LAN1 ~ LAN4 LED Blinking Green LAN active
On Green LAN linked
Off Off LAN unlinked
Error LED On Red Fan fail; Over-voltage
Off Off No failure
Location LED On Blue System identified
Off Off System unidentified
HDD status Status LED
Color: Amber Activity LED
Color: Green
No driver present or power disconnected Off -
Driver present No activity - On
Access activity - Blinking
HDD fail On (only work under the RAID mode)
Identify (locate the HDD) 4 Hz Blinking (only work under the RAID
mode)
SATA/SAS RAID building 1 Hz Blinking (only work under the RAID
mode)

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On-Board LED
Rear I/O LED (1)
Rear I/O LED(2)
1.4.2 Jumpers
LED State Color Description
5V LED1 On Green System power on
Off Off Power off
5VSB LED1 On Green System power on, in sleep mode or in soft-off mode
Off Off No AC power input
BMC LED1
(AGS-913I sku only) Blinking Green BMC Controller is working normally
LED Left LED Right LED Description
LAN1 ~ LAN4 LED
Off Green 10 Mbps linked
Off Blinking Green 10 Mbps Active
Amber Green 100 Mbps linked
Amber Blinking Green 100 Mbps Active
Green Green 1000 Mbps linked
Green Blinking Green 1000 Mbps Active
Off Off No Link
Error LED On Red Fan fail; Over voltage
Off Off No failure
Location LED On Blue System identified
Off Off System unidentified
Power module LED
Blinking Red No AC power to this module
Blinking Blue AC present standby output on
On Red Power supply failure
On Blue Power supply DC output ON and OK
Off Off No AC power to power module
Label Function Default
JCMOS1 CMOS clear 1-2
JME1 ME update 1-2
1
1
Keep CMOS data / Disable ME update Clear CMOS data / Enable ME update

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1.4.3 Connectors
CPU0 Intel LGA2011 CPU0 socket
CPU1 Intel LGA2011 CPU1 socket
SYS FAN1 ~ SYS FAN9 System fan connector (4-pin)
DIMMA0 Channel A DIMM0 of CPU0
DIMMB0 Channel B DIMM0 of CPU0
DIMMC0 Channel C DIMM0 of CPU0
DIMMD0 Channel D DIMM0 of CPU0
DIMME0 Channel E DIMM0 of CPU1
DIMMF0 Channel F DIMM0 of CPU1
DIMMG0 Channel G DIMM0 of CPU1
DIMMH0 Channel H DIMM0 of CPU1
TCN1 ~ TCN2 Expansion card thermal sensor cable connector (2-pin)
GPU 6P P1 ~ GPU 6P P8 12V power output connector for expansion card (6-pin)
BMC1 ~ BMC2 IPMI module connector
SATA1 SATA1 hard drive connector (SATAIII)
SATA2 SATA2 hard drive connector (SATAIII)
SATA3 SATA3 hard drive connector (SATAIII)
SATA4 SATA4 hard drive connector (SATAIII)
SSATA1 SSATA1 hard drive connector (SATAIII)
SSATA2 SSATA2 hard drive connector (SATAIII)
SSATA3 SSATA3 hard drive connector (SATAIII)
SSATA4 SSATA4 hard drive connector (SATAIII)
FP SLOT1 The slot for front panel board.
PCIEX8 SLOT1 PCIe x8 slot (gen3 x8 link) from CPU0
PCIEX16 SLOT2 PCIe x16 slot (gen3 x16 link) from CPU0
PCIEX16 SLOT3 PCIe x16 slot (gen3 x16 link) from CPU0
PCIEX16 SLOT5 PCIe x16 slot (gen3 x16 link) from CPU1
(Only for AGS-920/920I system)
PCIEX16 SLOT6 PCIe x16 slot (gen3 x16 link) from CPU1
LPC1 LPC port for debug & TPM module
COM1 ~ COM2 Serial port : RS-232
SATA SGPIO 1 ~ 2 Supports Serial_Link interface for onboard SATA connections
SMBUS1 For HDD status monitoring
BP P1 ~ P2 5V power output connector for HDD back plane
FP USB 1_2 USB port 3, 4
FP USB 3 USB port 5 (internal type-A, horizontal)
FP USB 4 USB port 6 (internal type-A, vertical)

9 AGS-913 Series User Manual
Chapter 1 Overview
1.5 Block Diagram
1.6 System Memory
AGS-913 has eight 288-pin memory slots for DDR4 1600/1866/2133 MHz memory
modules with maximum capacity of 256 GB (Maximum 32 GB for each DIMM). AGS-
913 supports registered DIMMs ONLY.

AGS-913 Series User Manual 10
1.7 Memory Installation Procedures
Single processor installed
(CPU0) Dual processor installed
(CPU0 & CPU1)
1 2 3 4 2345678 Quantity of
memory module
installed
DIMMA0 V V V V VVVVVVV
DIMMB0 V V V VVVVVV
DIMMC0 V V VVVV
DIMM D0 V V V
DIMME0 VVVVVVV
DIMMF0 VVVVV
DIMMG0 VVV
DIMM H0 V
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