Edge-Core SAF51003I User manual

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SAF51003I
Network Appliance Platform

User Manual
SAF51003I
Network Appliance Platform
E052018-CS-R01

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How to Use This Guide
This guide includes detailed information on the Network Appliance Platform,
including how to install components and maintain the system. To deploy this device
effectively and ensure trouble-free operation, you should first read the relevant
sections in this guide so that you are familiar with all the features.
Who Should Read
this Guide?
This guide is for system technicians who are responsible for installing, maintaining,
and troubleshooting this Network Security Platform. The guide assumes a basic
working knowledge of server appliance hardware, LANs (Local Area Networks),
and the Internet Protocol (IP).
How this Guide is
Organized
The organization of this guide is based on the device’s main components. An
introduction and initial configuration information is also provided.
The guide includes these sections:
■Section I “Getting Started” — Includes an introduction to the device’s hardware
features.
■Section II “Installation Procedures” — Includes how to install or replace device
hardware components.
■Section III “System Configuration” — Includes information on how to configure
BIOS settings.
■Section IV “Appendices” — Includes information on troubleshooting device
problems and safety and regulatory statements.

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Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this guide to show information:
Note: Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related features
or instructions.
Caution: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or
damage the system or equipment.
Warning: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause personal injury.
Revision History This section summarizes the changes in each revision of this guide.
May 2018 Revision
This is the first revision of this guide.

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Contents
How to Use This Guide 3
Contents 5
Figures 8
Tables 9
Section I Getting Started 10
1 System Overview 11
Introduction 12
Front Panel Features 12
Rear Panel Features 12
System Board Layout 13
System Block Diagram 14
System Specifications 15
2 System Components 16
Power Supply 17
System Memory 17
M.2 Solid-State Drives (SSDs) 18
Mini PCIe Slot 18
System Battery 19
Section II Installation Procedures 20
3 Chassis Installation 21
General Installation Guidelines 22
Installation Precautions 22
Installing the Server Appliance on a Desktop 23

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Appliance Cooling Requirements 23
Removing the Top Cover 24
4 Server Connections 25
Grounding the Device 26
Connecting Power and Powering On 27
Connecting to the Console Port 27
Connecting to 1000BASE-T Network Ports 29
Section III System Configuration 31
5 BIOS Setup Access 32
BIOS Introduction 33
Accessing the BIOS Setup Menu 33
BIOS Setup Utility Keyboard Commands 34
6 BIOS Settings 36
Main Menu 37
Advanced Menu 38
IntelRCSetup 39
Security menu 40
Administrator Password 40
User Password 40
BOOT Menu 41
Save and Exit Menu 42
Section IV Appendices 44
A Troubleshooting 45
Power Supply 45
POST and Boot Problems 45
Cooling and Fans 45
Network Connections 46
B Installing the Intel Driver 47

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C LED Control Utility 48
D Safety and Regulatory Information 49

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Figures
Figure 1: SAF51003I Front Panel Features 12
Figure 2: SAF51003I Rear Panel Features 12
Figure 3: System Board 13
Figure 4: System Block Diagram 14
Figure 5: AC/DC Power Adapter 17
Figure 6: DIMM Slot 17
Figure 7: M.2 SSD Slot on System Board 18
Figure 8: Mini PCIe Slot 18
Figure 9: System Battery 19
Figure 10: Installing the Appliance on a Desktop 23
Figure 11: Removing the Top Cover 24
Figure 12: Grounding the Device 26
Figure 13: Connecting Power to the Server 27
Figure 14: Connecting to the Console Port 28
Figure 15: Connecting to 1000BASE-T RJ-45 Ports 30
Figure 16: Access to BIOS Settings 33
Figure 17: BIOS Setup Menu Access 34
Figure 18: BIOS Main Menu 34
Figure 19: BIOS Main Menu 37
Figure 20: BIOS Advanced Menu 38
Figure 21: BIOS Intel RC Setup 39
Figure 22: BIOS Security Menu 41
Figure 23: BIOS Boot Menu 41
Figure 24: BIOS Save and Exit Menu 42
Figure 25: Status LEDs 48
Figure 26: LED Control Utility 48

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Tables
Table 1: SAF51003I Specifications 15
Table 2: Console Cable Wiring 28
Table 3: Maximum Twisted-Pair Copper Cable Lengths 29
Table 4: RJ-45 Port Status LEDs 30
Table 5: BIOS Setup Utility Commands 34

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Section I
Getting Started
This section provides an overview of the Network Appliance Platform and
introduces some basic concepts.
This section includes these chapters:
■“System Overview” on page 11
■“System Components” on page 16

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1System Overview
This chapter includes the following sections:
■“Introduction” on page 12
■“Front Panel Features” on page 12
■“Rear Panel Features” on page 12
■“System Board Layout” on page 13
■“System Block Diagram” on page 14
■“System Specifications” on page 15

Chapter 1 | System Overview
Introduction
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Introduction
The SAF51003I Network Appliance Platform is an open server appliance based on
standard Intel® x86 communications hardware. The system includes internal
eMMC and M.2 SSD disk drives, all contained within a desktop form-factor.
Front Panel Features
Figure 1: SAF51003I Front Panel Features
Rear Panel Features
Figure 2: SAF51003I Rear Panel Features
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1. Power Status LED 4. DMZ Port Status LED
2. Custom-defined Status LEDs 5. LAN Ports 1-8 Link Status LEDs
3. WAN Port Status LEDs
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1. 1000BASE-T RJ-45 LAN Ports 5. 1000BASE-T RJ-45 DMZ Port
2. 1000BASE-T RJ-45 WAN Port 6. USB Port
3. Grounding Point 7. Console Port
4. DC Power Jack 8. Reset Button

Chapter 1 | System Overview
System Board Layout
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System Board Layout
Figure 3: System Board
1. Fan power connectors 8. 2.5” 500 GB HDD
2. DDR SODIMM slot 9. Reset button
3. CPU and heatsink 10. Console port
4. System battery 11. USB slot
5. HDD/SSD power connector 12. RJ-45 WAN and DMZ ports
6. SATA III ports 13. RJ-45 LAN ports
7. M.2 SSD card slot 14. DC power jack
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System Block Diagram
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System Block Diagram
Figure 4: System Block Diagram

Chapter 1 | System Overview
System Specifications
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System Specifications
Table 1: SAF51003I Specifications
Item Specification
Form-Factor Compact desktop
Dimensions (W x D x H): 300 x 200 x 38.5 mm (11.81 x 7.87 x 1.52 inches)
Weight 1.58 kg (3.48 lb)
CPUs SoC, Intel® Atom™ Processor for Communications C3000 Series
(FCBGA, 14nm), supports 2-4 cores, 2.2 GHz (turbo 2.4 GHz)
Memory Sockets: 2 x 260pin DDR4 SODIMM slots
Type: DDR4 1866/2133/2400 MT/s (64GB max)
Local Storage 1 x M.2 SATAIII SSD, support 2242/2280 type
1 x 2.5” 500GB HDD
Optional on-board eMMC 16-256GB (not equipped by default)
I/O Interfaces 1 x RJ-45 type serial console
1 x hardware reset button (through hole)
Network Interfaces 1 x RJ-45 GbE for DMZ
1 x RJ-45 GbE port for WAN
8 x RJ-45 GbE for LAN
Expansion Type: 1x Mini PCIe
Signal: PCIe x1 and USB 2.0
Accelerator Advanced Technologies: Intel® VT-x, Intel® VT-d, SR-IOV, VMDq,
QuickAssist, PECI over SMBUS, eSPI, NC-SI, Core and Memory
RAPL, Memory OLTT and CLTT
OS Version Ubuntu 16.04 Server X64
Power Adapter Input: AC 110 to 240 @ 50/60 Hz
Output: 12 VDC, 5.0 A, 60 W
System Cooling 2x PWM fans, supporting smart-fan
Temperature Operating: 0 °C to 40°C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Storage: -20 °C to 70 °C (-4 °F to 158 °F)
Humidity Operating: 20% to 90% (non-condensing)
Storage: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Compliances CE
FCC
RoHS 2.0

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2System Components
This chapter includes the following sections:
■“Power Supply” on page 17
■“System Memory” on page 17
■“M.2 Solid-State Drives (SSDs)” on page 18
■“Mini PCIe Slot” on page 18
■“System Battery” on page 19

Chapter 2 | System Components
Power Supply
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Power Supply
The server system includes an external AC/DC power adapter. The power adapter
connects to an AC power source in the range 110 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
Figure 5: AC/DC Power Adapter
System Memory
The server has one DIMM memory slot. The slot accepts a 260-pin DDR4
SODIMM. You can install up to a maximum of 32GB.
Figure 6: DIMM Slot
1. AC power cord socket 2. DC power connector
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1. DIMM slot 2. Module release lever
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Chapter 2 | System Components
M.2 Solid-State Drives (SSDs)
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M.2 Solid-State Drives (SSDs)
The server supports a single SSD (32GB default) in compact M.2 form factor for
local storage. The 2242/2280 type SSD card installs into the M.2 SATA III slot on
the system board.
Figure 7: M.2 SSD Slot on System Board
Mini PCIe Slot
The server supports one standard Mini PCIe slot for add-in cards. A second Mini
PCIe slot (CONN 6) is non-standard with added 5 VDC power on pin 17.
Figure 8: Mini PCIe Slot
1. M.2 securing screw 2. SSD 2280/22110 M.2 card
3. M.2 slot
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1. Standard Mini PCIe card slot 2. Non-standard Mini PCIe card slot
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Chapter 2 | System Components
System Battery
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System Battery
The server system includes one lithium battery. If the system no longer displays the
correct date and time, the system battery may need to be replaced.
Be sure to replace the battery with the same type, a CR2032 lithium battery.
Warning: Risk of fire if the battery is installed incorrectly.
Figure 9: System Battery
1. System battery
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Section II
Installation Procedures
This section provides details on installing server hardware.
This section includes these chapters:
■“Chassis Installation” on page 21
■“Server Connections” on page 25