Advantech SKY-524 User manual

User Manual
SKY-524
2U 4 Node Hybrid Server with
High Density and Flexible
Storage capability, support dual
10GbE and 2x PCIe x16 slots per
node.

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Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2019
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. 2001Y52400 Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan March 2019

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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 Instructions
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User Manual for later reference.
3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equip-
ment and must be easily accessible.
5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting
it fall may cause damage.
7. Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned where the storage
temperature under 0° C (32° F) or above 35° C (95° F), it may damage the
equipment.
8. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment
from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
9. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the
equipment to the power outlet and with earth connection. Ensure to connect the
power cord to a socket-outlet with earthing connection.
10. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
11. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
12. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source
to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.
13. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.
14. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, repair of the device may only be
carried out by trained service personnel.
15. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
–The power cord or plug is damaged.
–Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
–The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
–The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to
the user's manual.
–The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
–The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
16. CAUTION: The computer is provided with a battery-powered real-time clock cir-
cuit. There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacture. Discard
used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
(1) CAUTION: Risk of Explosion if Battery is replaced by an Incorrect Type. Dis-
pose of Used Batteries According to the Instructions.
(1) ATTENTION: Risque d’explosion si la batterie est remplacée par un type
incorrect. Mettre au rebus les batteries usagées selon les instructions.
17. THE COMPUTER IS PROVIDED WITH CD DRIVES (or Laser Product) COM-
PLY WITH APPROPRIATE SAFETY STANDARDS INCLUDING IEC 60825-1 or
EN 60825-1.
(1) Avoid direct exposure to the laser beam. Do not open the laser device enclo-
sure. There are no user serviceable components inside.
(2) Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to the
laser device other than those specified herein.
(3) Allow only authorized service technicians to repair the laser device.

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18. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
19. CAUTION: Always completely disconnect the power cord from your chassis
whenever you work with the hardware. Do not make connections while the
power is on. Sensitive electronic components can be damaged by sudden
power surges.
20. CAUTION: Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before touching
the mainboard, backplane, or add-on cards. Modern electronic devices are very
sensitive to static electric charges. As a safety precaution, use a grounding wrist
strap at all times. Place all electronic components on a static-dissipative surface
or in a static-shielded bag when they are not in the chassis.
21. CAUTION: Any unverified component could cause unexpected damage. To
ensure the correct installation, please always use the components (ex. screws)
provided with the accessory box.
22. CAUTION: This product is not intended for use by children (this product is not a
toy).
(1) This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to
be present.
23. CAUTION: Improper installation of VESA mounting can result in serious per-
sonal injury! Use suitable mounting apparatus to avoid risk of injury. VESA
mount installation should be operated by professional technician, please contact
the service technician or your retailer if you need this service.
24. Repair of the device may only be carried out by trained service personnel.
Advantech recommends that a service contract be obtained with Advantech
Service and that all repairs also be carried out by them. Otherwise the correct
functioning of the device may be compromised.
25. CAUTION: Do not modify this equipment without authorization of the manufac-
turer.
26. CAUTION: To avoid risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be con-
nected to supply mains with protective earth.
27. CAUTION: Remove the power cord to fully turn off the device.
28. CAUTION: If this device was not used in the manner which manufacturer sug-
gested, the end system shall evaluate for further compliance.
29. CAUTION: Never immerse equipment or electrical connectors in water or other
liquids.
30. CAUTION: Remove the power cord before change FUSE and replace only with
the same ratings and type of FUSE.
31. Observe local occupational health and safety requirements and guidelines for
manual materials handling.
32. Do not attempt to move a equipment by yourself; at least two people are needed
to move a equipment.
33. Use only the power cords and power supply units provided with your equipment.
The equipment might have one or more power cords. For North America, a UL
listed and CSA labeled power cord must be used with the equipment.
34. Operation of the device without regulatory approval is illegal.

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35. CAUTION: Disposal of a battery (or battery pack) into fire or a hot oven, or
mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery (or battery pack), that can result in
an EXPLOSION; leaving a battery (or battery pack) in an extremely high tem-
perature surrounding environment that can result in an EXPLOSION or the leak-
age of flammable liquid or gas; a battery (or battery pack) subjected to
extremely low air pressure that may result in an EXPLOSION or the leakage of
flammable liquid or gas. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
36. CAUTION: To disconnect power, remove all power cords.
37. CAUTION: Monitor equipment (or display): It may endanger eyes when over-
used.
(1) Please take a rest for 10 minutes after using 30 minutes.
(2) Do not let the children under 2 years old watching the monitor (or display).
For children over (including) 2 years old, do not watch the monitor (od display)
over 1 hour each day.
38. CAUTION: If the user does not follow the user manual to use the equipment, it
will have risk to cause the bottom side opening of the equipment.
39. CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equip-
ment.
Contact information:
Advantech Co., Ltd.
Website: www.advantech.com.tw
Address: No.1, Alley 20, Lane 26, Rueiguang Road Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan
114, R.O.C.
TEL: [phone]

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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 over current 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
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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
Category Advantech PN Vendor Part Description Remarks
CPU
TBD Intel Xeon Bronze 3104/1.70GHz/
8.25M/6Cores 85W
96MPXE-1.7-11M36 Intel Xeon Bronze 3106/1.70GHz/
11M/8Cores 85W
TBD Intel Xeon Silver 4108/1.80GHz/
11M/8Cores 85W
96MPXE-2.0-11M36 Intel Xeon Silver 4109T/2.0GHz/
11M/8Cores 70W
96MPXE-2.1-11M36 Intel Xeon Silver 4110/2.1GHz/11M/
8Cores 85W
TBD Intel Xeon Silver 4112/2.6GHz/
8.25M/4Cores 85W
TBD Intel Xeon Silver 4114/2.2GHz/
13.75M/10Cores 85W
96MPXE-2.1-16M36 Intel Xeon Silver 4116/2.1GHz/
16.5M/12Cores 85W
TBD Intel Xeon Gold 5115/2.4GHz/
13.75M/10Cores 85W
96MPXE-2.3-16M36 Intel Xeon Gold 5118/2.3GHz/
16.5M/12Cores 105W
TBD Intel Xeon Gold 5120/2.2GHz/
19.25M/14Cores 105W
96MPXE-2.2-19M36 Intel Xeon Gold 5120T/2.2GHz/
19.25M/14Cores 105W
TBD Intel Xeon Gold 6140/2.3GHz/
24.75M/18Cores 140W
Memory
AQD-D4U4GR24-HG ADATA 4G DDR4-2400 RDIMM REG-ECC
SQR-RD4M-
32G2K4SRB Advantech 32G DDR4-2400 RDIMM REG-ECC
SQR-
RD4N8G2K4SZBBB Advantech 8G DDR4-2400 RDIMM REG-ECC
SAS HDD
96ND2.4T-SS-SG10E Seagate 2.5" Enterprise SASIII 2.4TB ST2400MM
0129
96ND1.2T-SS-SG10E1 Seagate 2.5" Enterprise SASIII 1.2TB ST1200MM
0129
CPU
Heatsink
1960081155N101 CoolJag H.S R3 I-Skylake-SP S-165W
108x78.0x25.5-SC For CPU1
1960081155N001 CoolJag Heatsink I-Skylake-EP S-
165W 107.75x78.0x25.5-SC For CPU0
Riser
Card
9691Y524500 Advantech SKY-524 PCIex16 riser Card,
left site -
9691Y524600 Advantech SKY-524 PCIex16 riser Card,
right site -
Power
supply
96PSRM-A2K2W1UT Compuware 2000W CRPS Module
2200W
Slim power
module
XSKY-CPR-2021-2H7 Compuware 2000W CRPS Module
2200W
Redundant
PDB

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Initial Inspection
Before powering up the system, please make sure that the following materials have
been shipped:
1 x SKY-524 system
8 x CPU heatsink total (2 x CPU heatsink per node)
1 x Accessory Box
24 x 2.5" HDD trays
1 x Warranty card
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact distributor or sales representa-
tive immediately. We have carefully inspected the SKY-524 mechanically and electri-
cally before shipment. It should be free of marks and scratches and in perfect
working order upon receipt. When unpacking the SKY-524, 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
Note! When first powering up the system, please help to download the latest
BMC firmware in Advantech website and via BMC Web GUI to do the
BMC update.
Note! 220V power input voltage recommend and please plug two power cord
in different power sources.
Part number Node 2.5" HDD Power Supply
SKY-5240-24A1 4 24 2200W 1+1 Redundant Power Supply

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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 Dimension .................................................................................... 4
1.5 System Layout, LED, Jumpers and Connectors ....................................... 5
1.5.1 System Layout .............................................................................. 5
1.5.2 LED Definitions ............................................................................. 8
1.5.3 Jumpers ...................................................................................... 10
1.5.4 Connectors.................................................................................. 11
1.6 Block Diagram......................................................................................... 12
1.7 System Memory ...................................................................................... 13
1.8 Memory Installation Procedures.............................................................. 13
Chapter 2 Setting up ...........................................15
2.1 Before you Begin..................................................................................... 16
2.1.1 Work Area ................................................................................... 16
2.1.2 Tools ........................................................................................... 16
2.1.3 Precautions ................................................................................. 16
2.2 Installing Node Components ................................................................... 17
2.2.1 Removing the Node .................................................................... 17
2.2.2 Installing the CPU and Heatsink per Node ................................. 18
2.2.3 Installing the Memory per Node .................................................. 23
2.2.4 Installing the Riser Cards (Right side and left side) per Node .... 24
2.2.5 M.2 2280 installation per Node ................................................... 25
2.2.6 Installing Hard Drives.................................................................. 26
2.2.7 Removable FAN.......................................................................... 28
2.3 Rack Mounting ........................................................................................ 30
2.3.1 Slide Rail installation................................................................... 30
Chapter 3 AMI BIOS ............................................37
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 38
3.2 BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 39
3.2.1 Main Menu .................................................................................. 39
3.2.2 Advanced BIOS Features Setup................................................. 40
3.2.3 Platform Configuration ................................................................ 51
3.2.4 Socket Configuration................................................................... 55
3.2.5 Server Management ................................................................... 70
3.2.6 Security ....................................................................................... 74
3.2.7 Boot............................................................................................. 74
3.2.8 Save & Exit ................................................................................. 75
Chapter 4 Chipset Software Installation Utility
and BMC Update77
4.1 Before You Begin .................................................................................... 78
4.2 Introduction ............................................................................................. 78
4.3 Windows OS Driver Setup ...................................................................... 79

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Chapter 5 VGA Setup ......................................... 81
5.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 82
5.2 Windows Series Driver Setup ................................................................. 82
Chapter 6 LAN / SATA RAID&AHCI / USB 3.0 .. 83
6.1 LAN Configuration................................................................................... 84
6.1.1 Introduction ................................................................................. 84
6.1.2 Features...................................................................................... 84
6.1.3 Installation................................................................................... 84
6.1.4 Windows Series Driver Setup (LAN)........................................... 84
6.2 AHCI & SATA RAID ................................................................................ 85
6.2.1 Introduction ................................................................................. 85
6.2.2 Windows Series Driver Setup ..................................................... 85
6.3 USB3.0.................................................................................................... 86
6.3.1 Introduction ................................................................................. 86
6.3.2 Windows Series Driver Setup ..................................................... 86
Appendix A Programming the Watchdog Timer .87
A.1 Watchdog Timer Overview...................................................................... 88
A.2 Programming the Watchdog Timer ......................................................... 88
Appendix B Exploded Diagram and Parts List.... 91
B.1 Exploded Diagram and Parts List ........................................................... 92
Table B.1: Parts List .................................................................. 92
Appendix C RoHS Declaration.............................. 93

Chapter 1
1Overview

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1.1 Introduction
The Advantech SKY-524 server is a 2U 4 Node Hybrid Server with 24 x 2.5” drives. It
is a highly configurable high performance server designed to balance server-class
processing with flexible I/O and offload density in limited 2U cabinet space. The sys-
tem is a cost effective, robust platform optimized for high reliability in network, edge
and industrial computing.
SKY-524 is built using cutting edge technologies with dual high performance Intel
Xeon scalable family, supports up to 24 x DIMMs and 2 x M.2 2280 per node. It spe-
cially designed with high density PCIe card payloads where maximum I/O connectiv-
ity is needed or the integration of industry leading offload and acceleration
technology is essential. Equipped with flexible I/O options, it is easy to upgrade to
1G/10G/40G/100G LAN via daughter boards.
1.2 Features
2U High-density multi-node server (2U, 4 node)
Supports 8 x Intel Xeon scalable processor (up to 140W, LGA3647 socket)
24 x 2.5” SASIII hot-swap bay (6 x HDD per node, 2 of them support NVMe)
Power Supply: 1+1 2200W redundant power supply
System fan: 4 x 8038 fan
Certificate: CE/FCC class A
Specification per Node:
–24 x DDR4 DIMM slot supports ECC-REG 2666/2400/2133, Max. 768GB per
Node.
–2 x M.2 2280 storage (one for SATA; one for SATA / PCIe x4)
–2 x Intel X557 10Gb LAN
–Remote management 1 x dedicated IPMI LAN
–2 x Low profile PCIex16 expansion
Specification per system (with 4 Node)
–96*DDR4 DIMM slot supports ECC-REG 2666/2400/2133, Max. 3072GB per
system
–8 x M.2 2280 storage (4 for SATA; 4 for SATA / PCIe x4)
–8 x Intel X557 10Gb LAN
–Remote management: 4 x dedicated IPMI LAN
–8 x Low profile PCIex16 expansion

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Chapter 1 Overview
1.3 System Specifications
System
(per node)
Chipset Intel C622
CPU Intel Xeon Scalable dual processors (up to 140W
TDP)
Memory 24 x DDR4-2666 ECC RDIMMs, maximum 768 GB
Graphics
(per node)
Controller ASPEED AST2500
VRAM 64 MB
Expansion Slot
(per node) PXIe x16 2 x PCIe Gen III x16 slots (Supports HHHL)
Drive Bay 2.5" Hot-swap-
pable
24 x 2.5" hot-swap HDD (2 x NVMe + 4 x SAS per
node)
Ethernet
(per node)
Interface 2 x 10GBase-T LAN
1 x 100MBase-T IPMI LAN
Controller 1 x Intel X557-AT2
1 x Realtek RTL8201EL
Rear I/O
(per node)
USB 2 x USB 3.0
PS/2 -
COM -
Display 1 x VGA
RJ45 3
Internal Connector
(per node)
Type-A USB -
M.2 2280 1 (SATA or PCIe)
1 (SATA)
Remote
Management IPMI2.0
Watchdog Timer Output Interrupt, system reset
Interval Programmable, 1~255 sec
Power Supply Power Output 2200W 80 PLUS Titanium 1+1 redundant power sup-
ply
Input Range 220 ~ 240VAC
Cooling Chassis Fan 4 x 8038 high speed fan
Air Shroud Yes
Miscellaneous
LED Indicators Power status, HDD Status, Fan Status, Location,
Overheat, Node Status, Node Alert
Remote
Management Advantech Remote Monitoring Utility
Environment
Operating Non-operating
Temperature 0 ~ 35 °C (32 ~ 95 °F) -40 ~ 60 °C (-40 ~ 140 °F)
Humidity 95% @ 40 °C, non-con-
densing
95% @ 60 °C, non-con-
densing
Vibration
(5 ~ 500 Hz) 0.25 Grms
Characteristics Dimensions
(D x W x H) 830 x 446 x 88 mm (32.68" x 17.56" x 3.46")

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1.4 System Dimension
1. SKY-524 System Dimension
484.60
465.00
88.40
21.95
446.00
861.70 830.00
870.65
33.20
449.00
438.00
0
21.96
0
52.60
243.10
573.10
763.60
0
21.96
0
52.60
243.10
573.10
763.60
Unit: mm

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Chapter 1 Overview
2. Sky-524 Node Dimension
1.5 System Layout, LED, Jumpers and Connectors
This chapter mainly focuses on the system layout, LED definition, jumper settings
and the connectors of SKY-524.
1.5.1 System Layout
Each Node support:
2 x NVMe/SAS/SSD drives use the Red HDD tray for illustration.
4 x SAS/SSD drives use the Orange HDD tray for illustration.
186.30
42.45
12.20
31.69 579.23
577.74
40.65
Unit: mm
8 x NVMe /SAS/SSD Drives
6* Drives for
Node 1
6* Drives for
Node 2
6* Drives for
Node 3
6* Drives for
Node 4

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Built-in FW RAID 0/1/10/5 function
Note! NVMe only supported when dual CPU has been installed (per node).
Note! 1. The power button on the right side will boot up all nodes at the
same time.
2. Pressing the right side power button for 4 seconds long will shut
down all nodes at the same time. But please note that the system
fan will shut down 10 seconds after the whole system shuts down
as a protection mechanism.
(1+1) 2200W Redundant PSU
Node 1
Node 2
Node 3
Node 4

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Chapter 1 Overview
Note! 1. When the system has shut down, press the green power button
once to boot the system up.
2. When the system has booted up, press the power button again to
shut down the systemdown.
Power buƩon
for Single Node power on/oīcontrol
Blue Light: Node LocaƟon LED
Red Light: Node Alert LED
2x 10Gb LAN
VGA
2x USB3.0
Dedicate IPMI LAN
PCIe Expansion Slot (L) PCIe Expansion Slot (R)
Enclosure management (via IPMI) Flexible I/O port conĮguraƟon
10GbE RJ45 (default)
10GbE SFP+
1GbE
PCIe expansion slot (R)
with low proĮle bracket
Supports half height / half length PCIe card
PCIe expansion slot (L)
with low proĮle bracket
Supports half height / half length PCIe card
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1.5.2 LED Definitions
2 x HH/HL
expansion card
M.2 2280 B key 24*DDR4 DIMM slot
CPU0
LGA3647 socket
with full Įn heatsink
CPU1
LGA3647 socket
with cut Įn heatsink
On board RAID
Intel X557 chip
M.2 2280 B + M key
Intel C622 PCH