Fusionstor INVENTO SERIES User manual

FUSIONSTOR INVENTO
SERIES
INVENTO i737e SERIES-MANUAL

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Fusionstor Workstation
Invento i737e Series

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USER’S MANUAL
1.0a
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Preface
About This Manual
This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the
Fusionstor Invento i737e. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
The Fusionstor Invento i737e is a high-end system based on the Mid-Tower chassis and the Fusionstor server board.
The Fusionstor Invento i737e features a unique and highly optimized design, allowing the user to install components with minimal or no
use of screws or tools. The chassis is equipped with a either a 500, 865, 900 or redundant 500 Watt whisper quiet, high-efficiency
power supply for superb power savings.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1: Introduction
The first chapter provides a description of the main components included with this chassis and describes the main features of the
Fusionstor Invento i737e chassis
Chapter 2: Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems
You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions that should be followed when
installing and servicing the Fusionstor Invento i737e.
Chapter 3: System Interface
Refer here for details on the system interface, which includes the functions and information provided by the control panel on the chassis
as well as other LEDs located throughout the system.
Chapter 4: Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems
Chapter 4 provides detailed information to follow the procedures of installing, removing, or reconfiguring components in your chassis.
Chapter 6: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the Fusionstor serverboard, including the locations and functions of connections, headers and
jumpers. Refer to this chapter when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfiguring the serverboard.
Chapter 7: Chassis Setup and Maintenance
Chapter 8: BIOS
The BIOS chapter includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information on running the CMOS Setup Utility.
Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes

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Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The Invento i737e is a high-end workstation comprised of two main subsystems: the Mid-Tower chassis and the Fusionstor dual Intel®
Xeon® processor serverboard.
In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have been included with the Fusionstor Invento i737e, as
listed below:
•One 12cm rear exhaust fan(s) with Optional 1 x 12cm (front) cooling fan
•Two active CPU heatsinks
•High-efficiency power supply
•SATA Accessories
One SATA backplane
Four 3.5" HDD drive bays and four optional 2.5" HDD drive bays offer maximum storage capacity
1-2 Serverboard Features
At the heart of the Fusionstor Invento i737e lies the motherboard a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel® C612 chipset.
Below are the main features of the motherboard.
Processors
The Fusionstor motherboard supports single or dual Intel E5-2600 v3/v4 processors in LGA 2011 sockets (Socket R3).
Memory
The motherboard has 16 DIMM slots that can support up to 2 TB of LRDIMM (Load-Reduced DIMMs) or 512GB of RDIMM (Registered
DIMMs) ECC DDR4 2400/2133/1866/1600 memory.
SATA
A SATA controller is integrated into the chipset, which provides support for ten SATA 3.0 ports on the serverboard. RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10
are supported. The motherboard also provides two power connectors for SATA DOMs (Device-On-Module).
PCI Expansion Slots
The motherboard has three PCI-E 3.0 x16, two PCI-E 3.0 x8 and one PCI-E 2.0 x4 (in a x8 slot) slots.
Onboard Controllers/Ports
The rear I/O ports include one 6x USB 3.0 ports (4 rear + 2 via header), 5x USB 2.0 ports (2 rear + 2 via header + 1 Type A), two Gb
Ethernet ports and HDA (High Definition Audio) ports.

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1-3 Chassis Features
The i737e is an ATX form factor chassis that can be used as a Mid- tower. The following is a general outline of the main features of the
chassis.
System Power
The Fusionstor Invento i737e features a single 900W power supply. This power supply unit has been designed to operate at a low
noise level to make it ideal for use in a workstation environment.
SATA Subsystem
The i737e chassis was designed to support four SATA hard drives.
Front Control Panel
The control panel on the Fusionstor Invento i737e provides you with system monitoring and control. LEDs indicate system power, HDD
activity, network activity, overheat conditions and power supply failure. A main power button and a system reset button are also
included.
Note: the power supply fail LED indicates the power supply fan has failed.
Cooling System
The i737e chassis has high-performance fans provide ample optimized cooling. The chassis includes one 12cm rear exhaust fan(s) and
optional one 12cm (front) cooling fan system cooling fan.

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Figure 1-1. Intel C612 Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
Chapter 2
Installation
2-1 Overview
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your Fusionstor Invento i737e up and running. Following these steps in the order
given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time. This quick setup assumes that your system
has come to you with the processor and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a serverboard, processor,
system memory etc., please turn to the chapter or section noted in each step for details on installing specific components.
2-2 Unpacking the System
You should inspect the box the system was shipped in and note if it was damaged in any way. If the system itself shows damage you
should file a damage claim with the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the workstation. It should be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where
heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated. You will also need it placed near a grounded power outlet. Be sure to
read the Rack and Server Precautions in the next section.

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• Ensure that the caster wheels on the workstation are locked.
• Review the electrical and general safety precautions.
• Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the workstation from power surges, voltage spikes and to keep your
system operating in case of a power failure.
• Allow the power supply units and hot-swap SATA drives to cool before touching them.
•To maintain proper cooling, always keep all chassis panels closed and all SATA carriers installed when not being serviced
2-3 Accessing the Inside of the System
You may need to access the system periodically to perform maintenance or install components such as hard drives. The Workstation
features two removable side covers, allowing easy access to the chassis interior.
Removing the Side Covers
1. Disconnect the chassis from any power source.
2. Remove the two screws securing the left side cover to the chassis.
3. Slide the left cover toward the rear of the chassis.
4. Lift the left cover from the chassis.
5. Remove the three screws securing the right side cover to the chassis.
6. Slide the right cover toward the rear of the chassis
7. Lift the right cover from the chassis
Figure. Removing the Chassis Side Covers

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Chapter 3
System Interface
3-1 Overview
The control panel on the Fusionstor i737e has several LEDs and two buttons. There are also two LEDs on each hard drive carrier.
These LEDs keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system and the activity and health of specific components.
3-2 Control Panel Buttons
There are two push-buttons located on the front of the chassis: a power on/off button and a reset button.
Power
This is themain power button, which is usedto apply or turn off the main system power. Turning off system power with this button removes themain power
but keeps standby power supplied to the system.
3-3 Communications Panel Components
The Fusionstor Invento i737e Workstation features a front communication panel allowing easy access to the chassis communication
ports. The chassis models are equipped as follows:
• Two IEEE 1394a ports
• Two USB 2.0 ports
• Two USB 3.0 ports
• One audio port
• One microphone port
See diagram on the following page.

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3-4 Control Panel LEDs
The control panel located on the front of the Fusionstor chassis has six LEDs that provide you with critical information related to different
parts of the system. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take.
NIC: Indicates network activity when flashing.
HDD
Indicates activity in the SAS/SATA drive, and/or DVD-ROM drive activity when flashing
3-5 Information LED: The information LED is a multi-functional LED that can provide you with important information about the system.
See the table below for a description of each state of this LED and appropriate actions you may need to take

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3-6 Overheat/Fan Fail
When this LED flashes, it indicates a chassis fan failure. When on continuously it indicates an overheat condition, which may be caused
by cables obstructing the airflow in the system or the ambient room temperature being too warm. Check the routing of the cables and
make sure all fans are present and operating normally. You should also check to make sure that the chassis covers are installed. Finally,
verify that the heatsinks are installed properly (see Chapter 5). This LED will remain flashing or on as long as the indicated condition
exists.
3-7 Drive Carrier LEDs
Note: the LEDs of some drive carriers may not function depending on the number of drives that are supported by the serverboard and/or
backplane.
•Green: When illuminated, the green LED on the front of the hard drive carrier indicates drive activity. A connection to the drive
backplane enables this LED to blink on and off when that particular drive is being accessed.
•Red: The backplane activates the red LED to indicate a drive failure. If one of the hard drives fail, you should be notified by your
system management software. Please refer to Chapter 6 for instructions on replacing failed hard drives.

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Chapter 4
Standardized Warning Statements for AC Systems
4-1 About Standardized Warning Statements
The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have thepotential for bodily injury.
Should you have questions or experience difficulty, contact Fusionstor's Technical Support department for assistance. Only certified
technicians should attempt to install or configure components.
Read this appendix in its entirety before installing or configuring components in the Fusionstor chassis.
Warning Definition
Warning!
This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware
of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.
Installation Instructions
Warning!
Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source.
Circuit Breaker
Warning!
This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not
greater than: 250 V, 20 A.
Power Disconnection Warning
Warning!
The system must be disconnected from all sources of power and the power cord removed from the power supply module(s) before
accessing the chassis interior to install or remove system components.
Equipment Installation
Warning!
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
Restricted Area
Warning!
This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special
tool, lock and key, or other means of security. (This warning does not apply to workstations).

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Battery Handling
Warning!
There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Redundant Power Supplies
Warning!
This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.
Backplane Voltage
Warning!
Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when servicing.
Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes
Warning!
Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes.
Product Disposal
Warning!
Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.
Hot Swap Fan Warning
Warning!
The fans might still be turning when you remove the fan assembly from the chassis. Keep fingers, screwdrivers, and other objects
away from the openings in the fan assembly's housing.
Power Cable and AC Adapter
Warning!
When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables, power cables and AC adaptors. Using any other cables
and adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire.

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Chapter 5
Advanced Serverboard Setup
This chapter covers the steps required to install the serverboard into the chassis, connect the data and power cables and install add-on
cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are also described. A layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter for
your reference. Remember to completely close the chassis when you have finished working with the serverboard to better cool and
protect the system.
5-1 Handling the Serverboard
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electronic comp onents. To prevent damage to any printed circuit boards (PCBs), it is important
to handle them very carefully (see previous chapter). To prevent the serverboard from bending, keep one hand under the center of the
board to support it when handling. The following measures are generally sufficient to protect your equipment from electric static discharge.
Precautions
•Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent Electrostatic Discharge.
•Touch a grounded metal object before removing any board from its antistatic bag.
•Handle a board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral chips, memory modules or gold contacts.
•When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.
•Put the serverboard, add-on cards and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in use.
•For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides excellent conductivity between the power supply, the case,
the mounting fasteners and the serverboard.
Unpacking
The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid electrical static discharge. When unpacking the board, make sure the person
handling it is static protected.
5-3 Connecting Cables
Now that the serverboard is installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the board. These include the data (ribbon) cables for the
peripherals and control panel and the power cables.
Connecting Data Cables
The cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed to prevent them from blocking the flow of cooling
air that moves through the system from front to back. If you need to disconnect any of these cables, you should take care to keep them
routed as they were originally after reconnecting them (make sure the red wires connect to the pin 1 locations). See the layout in Section
5-8 for connector locations.
Connecting Power Cables
The motherboard has a 24-pin primary power supply connector (J24) for connection to the ATX power supply. In addition, two 8-pin
secondary power connectors (JPWR1 and JPWR2) must also be connected to your power supply. See Section 5-9 for power connector
pin definitions.
Connecting the Control Panel
JF1 contains header pins for various front control panel connectors. See Figure 5-1 for the pin locations of the various front control panel
buttons and LED indicators.
All JF1 wires have been bundled into a single ribbon cable to simplify this connection. Make sure the red wire plugs into pin 1 as marked
on the board. The other end connects to the Control Panel PCB board, located just behind the system status LEDs on the chassis. See
Section 5-9 for details and pin descriptions.

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5-5 Processor and Heatsink Installation
Warning: When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the fan.
Notes:
•Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure
that you install the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
• If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use an Intel-certified multidirectional heatsink only.
•Make sure to install the serverboard into the chassis before you install the CPU heatsinks.
• When receiving a serverboard without a processor pre-installed, make sure that the plastic CPU socket cap is in place and none of
the socket pins are bent; otherwise, contact your retailer immediately.

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Memory Support
The motherboard supports up to 2 TB of LRDIMM (Load-Reduced DIMMs) or 1 TB of RDIMM (Registered DIMMs) ECC DDR4-
2400/2133/1866/1600 memory.