Advantech SKY-8201L Series User manual

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SKY-8201L
COMPACT 2U HIGH PERFORMANCE
SERVER BASED ON INTEL® XEON™
PROCESSOR SCALABLE FAMILY

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Revision History
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Copyright and Trademarks
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. However, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its
use, nor for any infringements of the rights of third parties, which may result from its
use.
About This Manual
Thank you for purchasing and using the Advantech SKY-8201L.
The target audience of this manual includes users, administrators and technicians. This
publication is a useful reference when installing, configuring, operating and managing
the SKY-8201L.
This manual is organized as follows:
Section 1:Getting Started helps you with the first steps with the SKY-8201L.
Section 2:Product Specification provides a detailed description of the SKY-8201L
and its features.
Section 3:Configuration and Service describes how to change the SKY-8201L’s
configuration or how to install and service replaceable items.
Section 4:Tips, Tricks and Troubleshooting provides best practices and other
information that may be helpful for operation and troubleshooting of the SKY-8201L.
Appendices provide supplemental information referenced in the other sections of this
document.
Useful Documents
If you cannot find the information you’re looking for or need more detailed information
on a specific topic, please refer to the list of additional documents and other sources of
information below. Please contact your Advantech representative if you need help on
obtaining these documents or still can’t find what you’re looking for.
- Advanced LAN Bypass User Manual
- Information on intel CPUs, Chipsets and NIC silicon can be found at: www.intel.com
- SKY-8201L Reference Platform Software User’s Guide (for samples only)
- SKY-8201L BMC User’s Guide
- ipmitool how-to can be found at: http://linux.die.net/man/1/ipmitool
- An introduction to IPMI can be found at:
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/servers/ipmi/ipmi-home.html

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Technical Support and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech website at http://support.advantech.com where you can find the
latest information about our products.
2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service
center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the
following information ready before you call:
- Product name and serial number
- A description of your peripheral attachments
- A description of your software (operating system, version, application software,
etc.)
- A complete description of the problem
- The exact wording of any error messages
Acknowledgements
Xeon, QuickAssist and Intel are trademarked by Intel 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 purchase.
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.
If an Advantech product is defective, 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. Because of Advantech’s high quality-control standards and rigorous testing,
most of our customers never need to use our repair service. But if you think you have
obtained a defective product, please 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!
To make our service more efficient, please make a note of 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 other 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
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4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement
Order Card and a photocopy of the 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.
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Warning!
Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause
personal injury!
Caution!
Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing
data.
Note!
Notes provide additional information.
We Appreciate Your Input
Please let us know of any aspect of this product, including the manual, which could
use improvement or correction. We appreciate your valuable input in helping make our
products and documentation better.
Please send all such - in writing to: [email protected]
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started ...................................................................11
1.1 Safety Instructions ................................................................................................12
1.1.1 Safety Precautions per IEC704-1 ................................................................ 12
1.1.2 Safety Precautions –Static Electricity.......................................................... 13
1.2 Unpacking.............................................................................................................14
1.3 Installation and Configuration................................................................................15
1.3.1 Chassis Slide Rail Installation...................................................................... 15
1.3.2 Powering On................................................................................................ 17
1.3.3 Connecting to Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse.............................................. 17
1.3.4 Connecting to the Serial Console ................................................................ 18
1.3.5 Installing an OS...........................................................................................22
1.4 Getting Help: Technical Support and Assistance ..................................................24
Product Specification.........................................................25
2.1 Overview............................................................................................................... 26
2.2 Product Versions .................................................................................................. 27
2.3 Technical Specifications ....................................................................................... 28
2.3.1 SKY-8201L System Specification................................................................ 28
2.3.2 System Dimensions..................................................................................... 29
2.4 Detail Description..................................................................................................30
2.4.1 SKY-8201L1&L2 Front Elements................................................................. 30
2.4.2 Rear Panel ..................................................................................................37
2.4.3 Inside the System........................................................................................ 38
2.4.4 System Block Diagram ................................................................................40
2.4.5 Processor(s)................................................................................................ 41
2.4.6 Memory.......................................................................................................43
2.4.7 QuickAssist Accelerator...............................................................................45
2.4.8 Network Interface (On board) ...................................................................... 45
2.4.9 PCIe Expansion........................................................................................... 45
2.4.10 TPM........................................................................................................... 46
2.4.11 Mass Storage............................................................................................46
2.4.12 BIOS.......................................................................................................... 47
2.4.13 Advanced Platform Management............................................................... 49
2.4.14 Power Supplies..........................................................................................52
2.5 Advanced Platform Features................................................................................. 53
2.5.1 Intrusion Detection.......................................................................................53
2.5.2 Watchdogs ..................................................................................................53
2.6 Available Accessories and Related Products........................................................ 54
2.6.1 Accessories................................................................................................. 54
2.6.2 Spare Parts ................................................................................................. 54
2.6.3 Related Products.........................................................................................54
Configuration and Service..................................................55
3.1 Jumper Settings....................................................................................................56

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3.2 BIOS Setup Menu................................................................................................. 56
3.2.1 Main Setup Menu ........................................................................................57
3.2.2 Platform Setup Menu................................................................................... 59
3.2.3 Hardware Setup ..........................................................................................68
3.2.4 Server Management Setup.......................................................................... 74
3.2.5 Security Setup.............................................................................................75
3.2.6 Post & Boot Menu........................................................................................ 76
3.2.7 Save & Exit Menu........................................................................................ 79
3.3 Installing Components ..........................................................................................81
3.3.1 Removing the Top Cover............................................................................. 81
3.3.2 Reinstalling the Top Cover .......................................................................... 81
3.3.3 PCIe Card Installation.................................................................................. 82
3.3.4 Disk Installation ...........................................................................................83
3.3.5 Memory Installation ..................................................................................... 87
3.3.6 CPU Installation........................................................................................... 89
3.4 Firmware Upgrades .............................................................................................. 90
3.5 Replacing FRUs.................................................................................................... 90
3.5.1 PSU Modules ..............................................................................................91
3.5.2 Disk Drives.................................................................................................. 92
3.5.3 DIMMs......................................................................................................... 92
Tips, Tricks and Troubleshooting ......................................94
Connector Pinout and LED Information .............................95
A.1 Console Port......................................................................................................... 96
A.2 USB 3.0 Type A Connectors................................................................................. 97
A.3 DisplayPort Connector.......................................................................................... 98
A.4 10 GbE SFP+ Connector (SFF-8431)................................................................. 100
A.5 RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T Ports........................................................................ 102
A.5.1 Connector Pinout ...................................................................................... 102
A.5.2 LED Definition........................................................................................... 102
BIOS POST Code ...............................................................103
Declaration of Conformity ................................................111
Warranty and RMA ............................................................113
Glossary ............................................................................115

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1: PuTTY Session Configuration................................................................... 18
Figure 1-2: PuTTY Serial Configuration......................................................................19
Figure 1-3: PuTTY Keyboard Settings ........................................................................ 20
Figure 1-4: PuTTY Colour Settings.............................................................................21
Figure 1-5: BIOS POST Screen.................................................................................. 21
Figure 2-1: SKY-8201L1 Server.................................................................................. 26
Figure 2-2: System Dimensions..................................................................................29
Figure 2-3: SKY-8201L1 Front Panel.......................................................................... 30
Figure 2-4: SKY-8201L2 Front Panel..........................................................................31
Figure 2-5: Status LEDs (Front Panel)........................................................................31
Figure 2-6: Front Buttons............................................................................................32
Figure 2-7: SKY-8201L1 Disk Bays.............................................................................33
Figure 2-8: SKY-8201L1 Disk Tray .............................................................................34
Figure 2-9: SKY-8201L2 Disk Bays.............................................................................34
Figure 2-10: SKY-8201L2 Disk Tray........................................................................... 36
Figure 2-11: System Rear View..................................................................................37
Figure 2-12: System Top View (Cover Removed)....................................................... 38
Figure 2-13: SKY-8201L1 Block Diagram ................................................................... 40
Figure 2-14: SKY-8201L2 Block Diagram ................................................................... 41
Figure 2-15: PCIe Cages (Top View).......................................................................... 46
Figure 2-16: Location of mSATA Sockets ...................................................................47
Figure 2-17: System Airflows and Fans ...................................................................... 51
Figure 2-18: AC PSU Details ......................................................................................52
Figure 3-1: BIOS POST Screen.................................................................................. 56
Figure 3-2: BIOS Setup Screen Organization .............................................................57
Figure 3-3: BIOS Setup Main Screen.......................................................................... 57
Figure 3-4: Platform Setup: Main Screen.................................................................... 59
Figure 3-5: Platform Setup: Serial Console Menu....................................................... 59
Figure 3-6: Platform Setup: USB Configuration Menu................................................. 61
Figure 3-7: Platform Setup: Trusted Computing(TPM1.2)...........................................62
Figure 3-8: Platform Setup: Trusted Computing(TPM2.0)...........................................63
Figure 3-9: Platform Setup: Virtualization.................................................................... 65
Figure 3-10: Platform Setup: Platform Management................................................... 66
Figure 3-11: Hardware Setup...................................................................................... 68
Figure 3-12: Hardware Setup: CPU Configuration ...................................................... 69
Figure 3-13: Hardware Setup: Northbridge ................................................................. 70
Figure 3-14: Hardware Setup: Southbridge................................................................. 72
Figure 3-15: Hardware Setup: NVMe Configuration.................................................... 73
Figure 3-16: Hardware Setup: Intel VROC.................................................................. 73
Figure 3-17: Server Management Setup..................................................................... 74

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Figure 3-18: Security Menu......................................................................................... 75
Figure 3-19: Post & Boot Menu................................................................................... 76
Figure 3-20: Post & Boot Menu: CSM16 Configuration............................................... 77
Figure 3-21: Post & Boot Menu: CSM Configuration...................................................78
Figure 3-22: Save & Exit Menu...................................................................................79
Figure 3-23: Slide Top Cover Back............................................................................. 81
Figure 3-24: PCIe Card Cage Assembly..................................................................... 83
Figure 3-25: Unlocking the Disk Tray..........................................................................84
Figure 3-26: Opening the Disk Tray............................................................................84
Figure 3-27: Removing the Disk Tray..........................................................................84
Figure 3-28: Mounting the Drive in the Disk Tray........................................................85
Figure 3-29: M.2 SSD Installation...............................................................................87
Figure 3-30: Opening DIMM Latches.......................................................................... 87
Figure 3-31: DIMM Key Alignment.............................................................................. 87
Figure 3-32: DIMM Insertion into Slide Rails...............................................................88
Figure 3-33: Seating the DIMM in the Socket..............................................................88
Figure 3-34: Unlocking and Removing a DIMM...........................................................93
Figure A-1: RJ45 Console Connector .........................................................................96
Figure A-2: USB Type A Connector............................................................................97
Figure A-3: DisplayPort Connector ............................................................................. 98
Figure A-4: SFP+ Connector..................................................................................... 100
Figure A-5: RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T Connector ..................................................... 102

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1-1: Packaging List............................................................................................14
Table 1-2: PXE BIOS Options.....................................................................................23
Table 2-1: Available Product Versions........................................................................ 27
Table 2-2: L1 Front Elements...................................................................................... 30
Table 2-3: L2 Front Elements...................................................................................... 31
Table 2-4: Status LEDs............................................................................................... 32
Table 2-5: Front Buttons............................................................................................. 32
Table 2-6: L1 Disk Bay................................................................................................33
Table 2-7: L1 Disk Tray...............................................................................................34
Table 2-8: L2 Disk Bay................................................................................................35
Table 2-9: L2 Disk Tray...............................................................................................36
Table 2-10: Rear Panel List ........................................................................................ 37
Table 2-11: Component List........................................................................................38
Table 2-12: Intel® Xeon® Processor SKUs for Communications Infrastructure .......... 42
Table 2-13: Validated DIMMs ..................................................................................... 44
Table 2-14: AC PSU Details .......................................................................................52
Table 2-16: Accessories ............................................................................................ 54
Table 2-17: Spare Parts..............................................................................................54
Table 2-18: Related Products .....................................................................................54
Table 3-1: BIOS Setup: Main Menu............................................................................ 58
Table 3-2: Serial Console Menu.................................................................................. 60
Table 3-3: USB Configuration Menu ........................................................................... 61
Table 3-4: Trusted Computing Menu (TPM1.2)........................................................... 62
Table 3-5: Trusted Computing Menu (TPM2.0)........................................................... 63
Table 3-6: Virtualization..............................................................................................65
Table 3-7: Platform Management................................................................................ 66
Table 3-8: CPU Configuration..................................................................................... 69
Table 3-9: Northbridge................................................................................................71
Table 3-11: Southbridge .............................................................................................72
Table 3-16: Server Management Setup......................................................................74
Table 3-17: Post & Boot Menu....................................................................................76
Table 3-18: CSM16 Configuration............................................................................... 77
Table 3-19: CSM Configuration................................................................................... 78
Table 3-20: Save & Exit Menu Options....................................................................... 79
Table A-1: Console Connector Pin Assignment ..........................................................96
Table A-2: USB 3.0 Type A Connector Pin Assignment or Pin Assignment ................97
Table A-3: DisplayPort Connector Pin Assignment.....................................................98
Table A-4: SFP+ Connector Pin Assignment ............................................................ 100
Table A-5: SFP+ Connector LED Indication.............................................................. 101
Table A-6: RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T Connector Pin Assignment............................. 102

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Table A-7: RJ45 Connector LED Indication............................................................... 102
Table B-1: BIOS POST Codes.................................................................................. 104

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Chapter 1
Getting Started

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1.1 Safety Instructions
Warning!
This section provides warnings that precede potentially dangerous procedures
throughout this manual. Instructions contained in the warnings must be
followed during all phases of operation , service, and repair of this equipment.
You should also employ all other safety precautions necessary for the
operation of the equipment in your operating environment.
Caution!
If you are not sure about the precautions applicable to your operating
environment, please contact your company’s safety administrator. For basic
information you may also refer to the safety precautions per IEC704-1 listed
below although Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any
statements contained therein and its applicability for your specific
environment.
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this
manual could result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Advantech intends to provide all necessary information to install and handle the
SKY-8201L in this manual. Because of the complexity of this product and its various
uses, we do not guarantee that the given information is complete. If you need additional
information, contact your Advantech representative.
The product has been designed to meet the standard industrial safety requirements. It
must not be used except in its specific area as specified in Section 2.3.
Only personnel trained by Advantech or persons qualified in electronics or electrical
engineering is authorized to install service or maintain the product. The information
given in this manual is meant to complete the knowledge of a specialist and must not be
used as replacement for qualified personnel. Operating personnel must not remove
equipment covers. Only factory authorized service personnel or other qualified service
personnel may remove equipment covers for internal subassembly or component
replacement or any internal adjustment.
Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification of the equip-
ment or the warranty may be voided. Contact your local Advantech representative
for service and repair to make sure that all safety features are maintained.
1.1.1 Safety Precautions per IEC704-1
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User Manual for later reference.
3. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
4. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting
it fall may cause damage.
5. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the
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6. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything
over the power cord.
7. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
8. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source to
avoid damage by transient over-voltage.
9. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.
10. For safety reasons, the equipment should be opened only by qualified service
personnel.
11. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
12. The power cord or plug is damaged.
13. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
14. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
15. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according
-The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
-The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
Note!
Do not leave this equipment in an environment where the storage temperature
may go beyond the range specified in Technical Specifications. This could
damage the equipment. The equipment should be in a controlled environment.
Caution!
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer, discard used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
16. The sound pressure level at the operator’s position according to IEC 704-1:1982
is no more than 70 dB (A).
DISCLAIMER: The set of instructions is given according to IEC704-1. Advantech
disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.
1.1.2 Safety Precautions –Static Electricity
Follow instructions below to protect yourself from harm and the products from damage:
1. Be sure you are at an ESD workstation, or grounded with an ESD strap before
opening the top cover or installing/removing any unit accessible from the outside.
Doing so will discharge any static electricity that might have built up in your body.
The SKY-8201L supports an ESC Ground lug for grounding of service and other
technical staff at location B (see Section 2.4.2 for location).
2. Don’t touch any components inside the system while the system is on.
3. Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden rush of
power as you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive electronic
components.

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4. When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not
remove the component's antistatic packing material until you are ready to install
the component in the unit.
5. When transporting any electrical component, first place it in an antistatic
container or packaging.
1.2 Unpacking
Please check the delivery for completeness as you open the carton carefully. If any of
the items listed in Table 1-1 is missing or damaged, please contact your Advantech
representative.
For maximum protection during shipments, the SKY-8201L is packaged inside a double
carton, collectively referred to as the “box”in the remainder of this document.
When opening the box, you will find the SKY-8201L embedded in protective foam and
the accessory box embedded to the foam. Remove the accessory box first and then
pull out the unit including the protective foam using both hands. Now, remove the foam
and the plastic sleeve on the unit.
After unpacking the unit, please check for any visible damage of the unit and contact
your Advantech representative in case of any issue.
Please note that unless agreed otherwise power cords need to be ordered separately.
Table 1-1: Packaging List
Item
Qty.
Image
Description
Server
SKY-8201L
1

Compact 2U High Performance
Server based on IntelXeon
Processor Scalable Family
Heatsink
1

CPU Heatsink (1pcs). ** Will be
assembled in the system if the
order includes CPU.
Slide Rail
(optional)
1

27.5-inch server slide. (A
separate package)

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1.3 Installation and Configuration
The SKY-8201L comes as a pre-configured system with CPUs, memory and
peripherals installed in the unit. In the rare case that you procured a barebone system
or need to install components in the SKY-8201L for any other reason, please refer to
Section 3.3.
1.3.1 Chassis Slide Rail Installation
To install the chassis slide rail on the SKY-8201L chassis, please follow below instruction.
Step 1: Remove the chassis (inner) member
Step 2: Mount inner member to the chassis
Step 3: Attach the cabinet member to the posts

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Step 4: Releasing the locking latch upward and pushing middle member forward to the rear of slide.
Caution!
DO NOT add any weight upon the system when chassis slide rail is installed.

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Step 5: Turn the latch to locking position
Step 6: Install the chassis
1.3.2 Powering On
Caution!
Before connecting the SKY-8201L to the power outlet, please make sure that
the power rating of the outlet and the SKY-8201L’s PSU match. Please also
make sure that the primary circuit and all power distribution in not overloaded.
Inrush current and steady state power specifications for the SKY-8201L can
be found at the type label on the bottom of the unit.
Connect the power cords to the PSU modules first and then to the power outlets.
The unit will automatically power on after power is supplied. The green LED on the front
panel should be lit as the unit is under power.
Please refer to Section 2.4 for the location of front and rear panel elements.
1.3.3 Connecting to Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse

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The SKY-8201L supports a Display Port and two USB ports at the rear of the unit for
connection of a monitor, keyboard and mouse. Please refer to Section 2.4.2 for
information on the location of the related connectors.
1.3.4 Connecting to the Serial Console
The SKY-8201L supports the operation via a serial terminal connection by default for
scenarios where a directly attached monitor, keyboard and mouse are not available or
not desirable. In this configuration, BIOS output as well as OS output are provided via
a serial terminal connection.
Note!
COM1 is used for console redirection. This interface is available both at the
front as well as the rear side of the unit. Please make sure you only connect to
one of the two connectors as they are for alternate use, only.
The remainder of this section describes how to configure PuTTY on a Windows plat-
form for connection with the SKY-8201 serial console as a reference. Other terminal
programs may be used in a similar way as well.
Open up PuTTY and begin the configuration as shown below. Please use the
actual COM port’s number on the client machine instead of “COM1”.
1. Specify “COM1”under serial line and “115200”for speed, no parity, no flow
control.
2. Check Serial for connection type.
3. Check “VT100+”for keypad in the keyboard submenu.
4. Check “Colour”or “Both” for “Indicate bolded text”in the colours submenu.
5. Click the “Open” button and a PuTTY terminal screen will appear.
Figure 1-1: PuTTY Session Configuration