Intel R2600SR Series User manual

Intel® Server Products and Solutions
Intel® Server System R2600SR Product
Family
Setup and Service Guide
A guide providing initial setup instructions and procedures to insert and extract
system components.
Rev 1.1
March 2018

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Document Revision History
Date
Revision
Changes
February 2018
1.0
Initial release.
March 2018
1.1
Added replacement instructions for the PCIe* I/O Risers and for the Power Distribution
Module.

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Safety Information
Important Safety Instructions
Read all caution and safety statements in this document before performing any of the instructions. See also
Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information at
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs- 010770.htm.
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
Lesen Sie zunächst sämtliche Warnund Sicherheitshinweise in diesem Dokument, bevor Sie eine der
Anweisungen ausführen. Beachten Sie hierzu auch die Sicherheitshinweise zu Intel-Serverplatinen und
Servergehäusen unter http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-010770.htm.
Consignes de sécurité
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suivre toute instruction. Consultez Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information sur le site
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Instrucciones de seguridad importantes
Lea todas las declaraciones de seguridad y precaución de este documento antes de realizar cualquiera de las
instrucciones. Vea Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information en
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重要安全指导
在执行任何指令前，请阅读本文档中所有的注意事项及安全声明。或
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Serve r C hassis Sa fety In formation (《Intel服务器主板与服务器机箱安全信息》)

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Warnings
Heed safety instructions: Before working with your server product, whether you are using this guide or any
other resource as a reference, pay close attention to the safety instructions. You must adhere to the
assembly instructions in this guide to ensure and maintain compliance with existing product certifications
and approvals. Use only the described, regulated components specified in this guide. Use of other
products/components will void the UL listing and other regulatory approvals of the product and will most
likely result in noncompliance with product regulations in the region(s) in which the product is sold.
System power on/off: The power button DOES NOT turn off the system AC power. To remove power from
the system, you must unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. Make sure the AC power cord is
unplugged before you open the chassis, add, or remove any components.
Hazardous conditions, devices and cables: Hazardous electrical conditions may be present on power,
telephone, and communication cables. Turn off the server and disconnect the power cord,
telecommunications systems, networks, and modems attached to the server before opening it. Otherwise,
personal injury or equipment damage can result.
Installing or removing jumpers: A jumper is a small plastic-encased conductor that slips over two jumper
pins. Some jumpers have a small tab on top that you can grip with your fingertips or with a pair of fine needle
nosed pliers. If your jumpers do not have such a tab, take care when using needle nosed pliers to remove or
install a jumper; grip the narrow sides of the jumper with the pliers, never the wide sides. Gripping the wide
sides can damage the contacts inside the jumper, causing intermittent problems with the function controlled
by that jumper. Take care to grip with, but not squeeze, the pliers or other tool you use to remove a jumper,
or you may bend or break the pins on the board.
Changing switches on a jumper block: A Dual In-line Package (DIP) switch is a manual electric switch that is
packaged with others in a group within a switch block. DIP switches are an alternative to jumper blocks and
their main advantage is that they are quicker to change and there are no parts to lose. Use the tip of a
mechanical pencil with the lead retracted, a fine tipped screwdriver, or other fine tipped object to slide the
switch on or off. Take care to keep the tool used on the switch and not let it slip off and touch any part of
the server board otherwise, personal injury or equipment damage can result.
Slide / Rail mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a work space
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Electrostatic discharge can cause damage to your computer or the components within it. ESD can occur
without the user feeling a shock while working inside the system chassis or while improperly handling
electronic devices like processors, memory or other storage devices, and add-in cards.
Intel recommends the following steps be taken when performing any procedures described within this
document or while performing service to any computer system.
•Where available, all system integration and/or service should be performed at a properly equipped ESD
workstation
•Wear ESD protective gear like a grounded antistatic wrist strap, sole grounders, and/or conductive shoes
•Wear an anti-static smock or gown to cover any clothing that may generate an electrostatic charge
•Remove all jewelry

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•Disconnect all power cables and cords attached to the server before performing any integration or
service
•Touch any unpainted metal surface of the chassis before performing any integration or service
•Hold all circuit boards and other electronic components by their edges only
After removing electronic devices from the system or from their protective packaging, place them
component side up on to a grounded anti-static surface or conductive foam pad. Do not place electronic
devices on to the outside of any protective packaging
This product is not intended to be the sole source for any critical data and the user must maintain a verified
backup. Failure to do so or to comply with other user notices in the product user guide and specification
documents may result in loss of or access to data.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction..................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1 The Intel®Server System R2600SR Product Family ...........................................................................................7
1.2 About This Document .....................................................................................................................................................7
1.3 Document Organization.................................................................................................................................................7
1.4 Resource Information and Software .........................................................................................................................8
2. System Overview and Setup .....................................................................................................................................9
2.1 System Component Quick Reference....................................................................................................................10
2.1.1 System Front View.........................................................................................................................................................10
2.1.2 System Back View..........................................................................................................................................................10
2.1.3 Compute Node View.....................................................................................................................................................11
2.2 System Installation into a Rack ................................................................................................................................13
2.2.1 Installing the Rail Kit .....................................................................................................................................................14
2.2.2 Installing the System onto the Rail Kit..................................................................................................................15
2.2.3 Sliding the System Chassis into the Rack ............................................................................................................16
2.3 System Configuration and Management..............................................................................................................17
2.3.1 Setting Up the BMC Network Connection............................................................................................................17
2.3.2 Setting Up the System Management Module (SMM) Network Connection...........................................18
2.4 System Firmware Update and Backup..................................................................................................................20
2.4.1 Backing Up the System Configuration ..................................................................................................................20
3. System Service.......................................................................................................................................................... 21
3.1 Compute Node Service: Common Procedures..................................................................................................21
3.1.1 Removing the Compute Node ..................................................................................................................................22
3.1.2 Installing the Compute Node....................................................................................................................................23
3.1.3 Removing the Compute Node Cover.....................................................................................................................23
3.1.4 Installing the Compute Node Cover.......................................................................................................................24
3.2 Replacing the Air Baffle ...............................................................................................................................................25
3.2.1 Installing the Air Baffle.................................................................................................................................................25
3.3 Replacing the CMOS Battery .....................................................................................................................................26
3.4 Replacing the Processor Heat Sink Module (PHM) ..........................................................................................27
3.4.1 Removing the Processor Heat Sink Module (PHM)..........................................................................................27
3.4.2 Separating the Processor and Processor Clip from the Heat Sink............................................................28
3.4.3 Separating the Processor from the Processor Clip..........................................................................................29
3.4.4 Installing a Processor on the Processor Clip......................................................................................................30
3.4.5 Assembling the Processor Heat Sink Module (PHM) ......................................................................................31
3.4.6 Installing the Processor Heat Sink Module (PHM)............................................................................................32
3.5 Supporting and Populating the Memory Module (DIMM).............................................................................33
3.5.1 General Memory Population Rules:........................................................................................................................33
3.5.2 DIMM Installation Order..............................................................................................................................................33
3.5.3 DIMM Replacement Recommendations...............................................................................................................34

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3.6 Replacing DIMMs............................................................................................................................................................34
3.6.1 Preparing to Remove a DIMM ...................................................................................................................................34
3.6.2 Removing a DIMM..........................................................................................................................................................35
3.6.3 Installing a DIMM............................................................................................................................................................35
3.7 Replacing the Drive Carrier ........................................................................................................................................36
3.7.1 Extracting the Drive Carrier........................................................................................................................................36
3.7.2 Installing the Drive Carrier..........................................................................................................................................36
3.8 Replacing the Drive Backplane.................................................................................................................................37
3.8.1 Removing the Drive Backplane ................................................................................................................................37
3.8.2 Installing the Drive Backplane ..................................................................................................................................38
3.9 Replacing the Keyboard/Video/Mouse (KVM) Module...................................................................................39
3.9.1 Removing the KVM Module .......................................................................................................................................39
3.9.2 Replacing the KVM Module........................................................................................................................................40
3.10 Replacing the Server Board (Compute Node Tray Assembly).....................................................................42
3.10.1 Preparing to Remove the Compute Node Tray Assembly............................................................................42
3.10.2 Removing the Compute Node Tray Assembly...................................................................................................42
3.10.3 Installing the Compute Node Tray Assembly.....................................................................................................42
3.11 Updating the System Configuration after System Board Replacement..................................................43
3.11.1 Updating the Universal Unique Identifier (UUID)..............................................................................................43
3.11.2 Updating Desk Management Interface/System Management BIOS (DMI/SMBIOS) Data................45
3.11.3 Enabling the Trusted Platform Module (TPM)...................................................................................................47
3.11.4 Setting the TPM Policy.................................................................................................................................................47
3.11.5 Asserting TPM Physical Presence ...........................................................................................................................48
3.11.6 Setting the TPM Version .............................................................................................................................................48
3.11.7 Enabling UEFI Secure Boot ........................................................................................................................................49
3.12 Replacing System Fans................................................................................................................................................50
3.12.1 Removing the System Fan..........................................................................................................................................51
3.12.2 Removing a Failed Fan.................................................................................................................................................52
3.12.3 Installing a System Fan................................................................................................................................................54
3.12.4 Installing the System Fan Cover ..............................................................................................................................55
3.13 Replacing the Power Supply Unit (PSU) ...............................................................................................................55
3.13.1 Removing the PSU.........................................................................................................................................................56
3.13.2 Installing a PSU ...............................................................................................................................................................57
3.14 Replacing the System Management Module (SMM)........................................................................................58
3.14.1 Removing the SMM .......................................................................................................................................................58
3.14.2 Installing the SMM.........................................................................................................................................................59
3.14.3 Replacing the SMM Battery........................................................................................................................................59
3.15 Replacing the External I/O Module (EIOM)..........................................................................................................61
3.15.1 Removing the System Shuttle ..................................................................................................................................61
3.15.2 Removing the EIOM.......................................................................................................................................................62
3.15.3 Installing the EIOM ........................................................................................................................................................63

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3.15.4 Installing the System Shuttle....................................................................................................................................63
3.16 Replacing the PCIe* Add-in Card.............................................................................................................................64
3.16.1 Preparing to Remove a PCIe* Add-in Card..........................................................................................................64
3.16.2 Removing the PCIe* Add-in Card ............................................................................................................................65
3.16.3 Installing the PCIe* Add-in Card..............................................................................................................................66
3.16.4 Reinstalling the PCIe* Add-in Card Cassette......................................................................................................67
3.17 Replacing the PCIe* I/O Risers (PIORs), Left and Right...................................................................................68
3.17.1 Preparing to Remove a PIOR.....................................................................................................................................68
3.17.2 Removing the PIOR, Left .............................................................................................................................................68
3.17.3 Removing the PIOR, Right...........................................................................................................................................70
3.17.4 Installing the PIOR, Left...............................................................................................................................................71
3.17.5 Installing the PIOR, Right ............................................................................................................................................73
3.17.6 After Replacing a PIOR.................................................................................................................................................74
3.18 Replacing the Power Distribution Module (PDM) .............................................................................................74
3.18.1 Preparing to Remove the PDM.................................................................................................................................74
3.18.2 Removing the PDM........................................................................................................................................................75
3.18.3 Installing the PDM..........................................................................................................................................................75
Appendix A. Getting Help.......................................................................................................................................... 76
Appendix B. Glossary ................................................................................................................................................. 77
List of Figures
Figure 1. System front view...................................................................................................................................................................10
Figure 2. System back view...................................................................................................................................................................11
Figure 3. Compute node detail view..................................................................................................................................................11
Figure 4. Server board feature identification.................................................................................................................................12
Figure 5. Switch block location on the server board..................................................................................................................12
Figure 6. Slide box contents.................................................................................................................................................................14
Figure 7. Installing the rear rail............................................................................................................................................................14
Figure 8. Installing the front rail..........................................................................................................................................................15
Figure 9. Extending the rail slides ......................................................................................................................................................15
Figure 10. Installing the system chassis on the slide rails .......................................................................................................16
Figure 11. Sliding the system chassis into the rack....................................................................................................................16
Figure 12. Removing the compute node.........................................................................................................................................22
Figure 13. Installing the compute node...........................................................................................................................................23
Figure 14. Removing the compute node cover ............................................................................................................................23
Figure 15. Installing the compute node cover..............................................................................................................................24
Figure 16. Removing the air baffle.....................................................................................................................................................25
Figure 17. Installing the air baffle.......................................................................................................................................................25
Figure 18. Removing the CMOS battery ..........................................................................................................................................26
Figure 19. Installing the CMOS battery............................................................................................................................................27

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Figure 20. Removing a PHM..................................................................................................................................................................28
Figure 21. Separating the processor and carrier from the heat sink...................................................................................28
Figure 22. Separating the processor from the processor clip................................................................................................29
Figure 23. Installing a processor onto a processor clip ............................................................................................................30
Figure 24. Applying TIM .........................................................................................................................................................................30
Figure 25. Installing a PHM ...................................................................................................................................................................32
Figure 26. DIMM slot identification....................................................................................................................................................33
Figure 27. Removing a DIMM................................................................................................................................................................34
Figure 28. Installing a DIMM .................................................................................................................................................................35
Figure 29. Extracting the drive carrier ..............................................................................................................................................36
Figure 30. Installing a drive carrier ....................................................................................................................................................36
Figure 31. Drive backplane cable reference...................................................................................................................................37
Figure 32. Removing the drive backplane ......................................................................................................................................38
Figure 33. Installing the drive backplane........................................................................................................................................38
Figure 34. KVM module..........................................................................................................................................................................39
Figure 35. Removing the KVM module.............................................................................................................................................39
Figure 36. Installing the KVM module..............................................................................................................................................40
Figure 37. KVM module..........................................................................................................................................................................40
Figure 38. KVM cable routing...............................................................................................................................................................41
Figure 39. Removing the system fan cover....................................................................................................................................51
Figure 40. Fan fault LEDs .......................................................................................................................................................................52
Figure 41. Removing the 60x60x56mm fan...................................................................................................................................52
Figure 42. Removing the 80x80x80mm2 fan................................................................................................................................53
Figure 43. Installing the 60x60x56mm fan ....................................................................................................................................54
Figure 44. Installing a 80x80x80mm fan.........................................................................................................................................54
Figure 45. Installing a system fan cover installation ..................................................................................................................55
Figure 46. Removing a PSU...................................................................................................................................................................56
Figure 47. Installing a PSU.....................................................................................................................................................................57
Figure 48. Removing the SMM.............................................................................................................................................................58
Figure 49. Installing the SMM...............................................................................................................................................................59
Figure 50. SMM battery location.........................................................................................................................................................60
Figure 51. Replacing the SMM battery .............................................................................................................................................60
Figure 52. Removing the system shuttle.........................................................................................................................................61
Figure 53. Removing the EIOM............................................................................................................................................................62
Figure 54. Installing the EIOM..............................................................................................................................................................63
Figure 55. Reinstalling the system shuttle......................................................................................................................................63
Figure 56. PCIe* Add-in Card location, system rear ...................................................................................................................64
Figure 57. Removing the PCIe* cassette assembly.....................................................................................................................65
Figure 58. Removing the add-in card from the PCIe* cassette assembly .........................................................................65
Figure 59. Installing the add-in card into the PCIe* cassette assembly.............................................................................66
Figure 60. Reinstalling the PCIe* cassette ......................................................................................................................................67

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Figure 61. Fan cable disconnection from the PIOR, left ...........................................................................................................68
Figure 62. Screw removal ......................................................................................................................................................................69
Figure 63. PIOR, left removal................................................................................................................................................................69
Figure 64. Fan cable disconnection from the PIOR, right.........................................................................................................70
Figure 65. Screw removal ......................................................................................................................................................................70
Figure 66. PIOR, right removal.............................................................................................................................................................71
Figure 67. PIOR, left installation .........................................................................................................................................................71
Figure 68. Securing the PIOR, left with screws .............................................................................................................................72
Figure 69. Fan cable connection to the PIOR, left.......................................................................................................................72
Figure 70. PIOR, right installation.......................................................................................................................................................73
Figure 71. Securing the PIOR, right with screws...........................................................................................................................73
Figure 72. Fan cable connection to the PIOR, right ....................................................................................................................74
List of Tables
Table 1. Server system references........................................................................................................................................................8
Table 2. Switch functions and definitions.......................................................................................................................................13
Table 3. Individual IPMI command code details ..........................................................................................................................19

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1. Introduction
1.1 The Intel®Server System R2600SR Product Family
The Intel®Server System R2600SR product family features density-optimized, rack-mount, 2U, 4-node server
systems designed to support a variety of workloads, from high performance computing (HPC) environments
to hyper converged infrastructure to software-defined infrastructure. Each system within the Intel®Server
System R2600SR product family includes four (4) independent and preconfigured compute nodes, allowing
for a power-on ready installation for any supported operating system environment.
1.2 About This Document
This Intel® Server System R2600SR Product Family Setup and Service Guide is written for system integrators
and service technicians responsible for system setup, server and system upgrades, and repair.
This document is divided into two (2) major sections. The first begins in Chapter 2 and provides detailed
instructions on preparing a new system for use and future maintenance. It offers guidance through the
identification of system components and software utilities and provides reference diagrams used to identify
all key physical features of the system. The second begins in Chapter 3 and focuses on system service. It
provides detailed instructions for the replacement of components by breaking the procedures in two parts:
1) removal of a failed component, and 2) installation of a new component.
For the latest revision of this document, go to http://www.intel.com/support
1.3 Document Organization
The organization of the Intel® Server System R2600SR Setup and Service Guide is as follows:
Introduction Chapter 1 The Introduction chapter provides a high-level overview of the Intel® Server
System R2600SR Product Family and the Setup and Service Guide structure and contents.
System Overview and Setup Chapter 2 The System Overview and Setup chapter has these subsections:
System Components Quick Reference Section 2.1 Detailed views of system components.
System Installation into a Rack Section 2.2 Instructions on preparing to set up a system in a rack.
System Configuration Section 2.3 Instructions on how to complete initial setup of the server system by
updating the system software and accessing the BIOS Setup utility to configure various system settings.
System Firmware Update Section 2.4 Information and instructions on how to update the server system
to the latest firmware available to guarantee best performance.
System Service Chapter 3 Instructions for replacing system components considered as field
replaceable units (FRUs).
System Service Chapter 3 The System Service chapter has these subsections with instructions for
replacing system components considered as field replaceable units (FRUs):
Compute Node Service: Common Procedures Section 3.1 Procedures for servicing compute nodes.
Replacing the Air Baffle Section 3.2 Instructions on how to remove and replace the air baffle.
Replacing the CMOS Battery Section 3.3 Instructions on how to remove and replace the CMOS battery.
Replacing the Processor Heat Sink Module Section 3.4 Instructions on how to remove and replace the
Processor Heat Sink Module.
Supporting and Populating the Memory Module Section 3.5 Instructions on supporting and
populating the Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM).

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Replacing the DIMMs Section 3.6 Instructions for replacing the Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM).
Replacing the Drive Carrier Section 3.7 Instructions for replacing the Drive Carrier.
Replacing the Drive Backplane Section 3.8 Instructions for replacing the Drive Backplane.
Replacing the KVM Module Section 3.9 Instructions for replacing the KVM Module.
Replacing the Server Board Section 3.10 Instructions for replacing the Server Board.
Updating Configuration After System Update Section 3.11 Instructions for replacing the
Configuration.
Replacing System Fans Section 3.12 Instructions for replacing the System Fans.
Replacing the Power Supply Unit (PSU) Section 3.13 Instructions for replacing the PSU.
Replacing the System Management Module (SMM) Section 3.14 Instructions for replacing the SMM.
Replacing the External I/O Module (EIOM) Section 3.15 Instructions for replacing the EIOM.
Replacing the PCIe* Add-in Card Section 3.16 Instructions for replacing the PCIe* Add-in Card.
Getting Help Appendix A
Glossary Appendix B
1.4 Resource Information and Software
For additional information about the Intel®Server System R2600SR product family products or any of their
supported accessories, refer to the following resources available at: http://www.intel.com/support
Table 1. Server system references
For this Information or Software
Use this Document or Software
In-depth technical information about
this product family
Intel®Server System R2600SR Product Family Technical Product Specification
Intel® Server System BIOS Setup Utility Guide
Product Safety and Regulatory Compliance - Intel® Xeon® processor Scalable
Family
System integration instructions and
service guidance
Intel® Server System R2600SR Product Family Setup and Service Guide
Server configuration guidance and
compatibility
Intel® S2600SR Product Family Configuration Guide
System firmware updates, onboard
device drivers, and software to manage
the Intel®Server System
http://downloadcenter.intel.com/.
The server system has support for software utilities which can be used to configure system parameters and
aid in troubleshooting system issues. Download all available utilities from: http://downloadcenter.intel.com/.

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2. System Overview and Setup
This chapter provides service personnel the information necessary to set up the Intel® Server System
R2600SR L9 system. Illustrations identify and locate the system features and procedures to install the
system in a rack environment and configure the system, including updating and backing up firmware. The
system comes fully assembled, with all components necessary to be fully functional at first power-on. Once
the system is physically set up in the operating environment and updated to the latest available firmware
version, its initial configuration can begin. Configuration includes setting up user and administrator accounts,
designating network settings for local and remote connectivity, and backing up the system.
Please refer to Section 1.4 for a list of the documents available for this product family.
This chapter provides instructions for removing and installing system components considered as field
replaceable (field-replaceable units, or FRUs). The Intel®Server System R2600SR product family features a
modular design, allowing for serviceability at the compute node level without having to power off the entire
system. Except for the system fans, components common to all compute nodes (EIOM, SMM and PSUs) in
the system can only be serviced after the system has been powered off and AC power cords have been
disconnected from the server system.
Before Setting Up or Servicing the Intel® Server System R2600SR
Before working with this server product, observe the safety and ESD precautions found in the Warnings
section at the beginning of this manual.
System Directional Reference
All references to left, right, front, top, and bottom assume the reader is facing the front of the chassis.
Instruction Format
Each procedure described in this section follows an illustration-first format. This gives the reader the option
to follow a quicker path to system integration by first seeing an illustration of the intended procedure. If
necessary, the user can follow the step-by-step instructions that accompany each illustration.
Tools and Supplies Needed
Before setting up, configuring, and backing up (integrating) the Intel® Server System R2600SR:
1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions found in the Warnings section in this manual.
2. Gather the tools and supplies needed for setting up the physical system. These include:
Anti-static wrist strap and conductive foam pad (recommended)
Phillips* (cross head) screwdriver (#1 and #2 bits)
Torx 30 screwdriver
3. Follow the procedures in the order specified.
System Integration Advisory: It is highly recommended the system integration process defined in this
chapter be performed in the order specified. This assures that critical system components are properly
installed and provides recommended cable routing. Deviating from the prescribed process can result in
improper system assembly, a longer integration process, and a less-than-desirable system appearance.

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2.1 System Component Quick Reference
Each Intel®Server System R2600SR product family system includes four independent, preconfigured
compute nodes to allow for a power-on ready solution with no additional integration. Users interact with the
system from the front, where the compute nodes are located, and the back, where the system fans, power,
and connectivity area are located. This L9 system’s modular design allows service personnel to do most
service procedures without having to remove the system chassis from the rack.
System Reference Note: References to left, right, front, top, and bottom assume one faces the chassis front.
2.1.1 System Front View
The Intel® Server System R2600SR product family system’s four compute nodes are removable from the
front without power down to allow for high availability operation. The illustration shows the disposition of
the compute nodes in the system as well as other features.
Figure 1. System front view
2.1.2 System Back View
The system back view provides access to the connectivity, power, and networking. The connectivity area in
the Intel®Server System R2600SR product family system includes four Intel® Omni-Path Host Fabric
Interface Adapter Add-in Cards for high-speed interconnection on server clusters installed in the PCIe* add-
in slots, 10GbE ports, two for each compute node in the system, and a dedicated hot-swap System
Management Module (SMM). The system supports two redundant hot-swap power supplies (PSUs). The
illustration shows the location of these features.

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Figure 2. System back view
2.1.3 Compute Node View
Each compute node offers local manageability through a front panel, Keyboard/Video/Mouse (KVM) Module,
and USB 3.0 and 3.1 ports. It also supports a pullout tab for identification and/or network information.
Figure 3. Compute node detail view

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2.1.3.1 Server Board Feature Identification
The illustration shows the main features of the server board.
Figure 4. Server board feature identification
2.1.3.2 Server Board Switches
The following illustration shows the location and description of the switches on the server board.
Figure 5. Switch block location on the server board

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Important: If a clear protective sticker covers the switch blocks, remove and discard it to allow access to the
switches. Any system board switch or jumper block not shown in this document’s illustrations is not used
with this system.
The table describes the switch functions on the server board.
Table 2. Switch functions and definitions
Switch
Block
Switch
Number
Switch Name
Usage Description
Open
Closed
S18
2
BMC boot backup
Normal operation (default)
The compute node will boot by
using a backup of the BMC
firmware.
3
BMC force update
Normal operation (default)
Enables BMC force update
4
TPM physical presence
Normal operation (default)
Indicates a physical presence to the
system TPM
S19
1
System UEFI backup
Normal operation (default)
Enables system BIOS backup
2
Password override jumper
Normal operation (default)
Overrides the power-on
password
3
CMOS clear jumper
Normal operation (default)
Clears the real-time clock (RTC)
registry
2.2 System Installation into a Rack
A focus of setting up the server system is to install the system into a rack. Before doing this, however, install
the rack kit.
The illustrations in this subsection display all items needed to install the system into a rack. These items are
included with the system.
Note: If any items are missing or damaged, contact Intel Customer Support.
The slide box of the rack kit includes these parts:
1x - Right slide
1x - Left slide
2x - M5 screws
2x –Washers

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These parts appear in the illustration below.
Figure 6. Slide box contents
2.2.1 Installing the Rail Kit
To install the rail kit, complete the steps below:
Figure 7. Installing the rear rail
Note: The holes on the front and rear of the rack may be either square or round.
1. Select the first slide rail to be installed.
2. Make sure the slide rail is shortened (compressed) to the shortest position.
3. While standing in front of the rack cabinet, line up the pins on the rear of the slide rail with the flange
holes at the rear of the rack.
4. Push the slide rail so that the pins and the latch snap into place.