MSI MS-91E2 User manual

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(v1.X) Server Board

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Copyright NotiCe
The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNA-
TIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is
given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improve-
ment and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
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revisioN history
Revision Revision History Date
V1.1 For PCB v1.x 2010/12
teChNiCal support
If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s
manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please
try the following help resources for further guidance.
Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates,
and other information: http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=service
Contact our technical staff at: http://ocss.msi.com
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safety iNstruCtioNs
Always read the safety instructions carefully.
Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
Keep this equipment away from humidity.
Lay this equipment on a reliable at surface before setting it up.
The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equipment
from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
Make sure the voltage of the power source and adjust properly 110/220V before
connecting the equipment to the power inlet.
Place the power cord such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place any-
thing over the power cord.
Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or module.
All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.
If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service
personnel:
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
The equipment does not work well or you can not get it work according to User’s
Manual.
The equipment has dropped and damaged.
The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT UNCONDITIONED,
STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60oC (140oF), IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIP-
MENT.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
警告使用者:
這是甲類資訊產品，在居住的環境中使用時，可能會造成無線電干擾，在這種情況下，
使用者會被要求採取某些適當的對策。
廢電池請回收
For better environmental protection, waste batteries should be
collected separately for recycling or special disposal.
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fCC-B radio frequeNCy iNterfereNCe statemeNt
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digi-
tal device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful inter-
ference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the measures listed below.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Notice 1
The changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and A.C. power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply
with the emission limits.
OIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions:
this device may not cause harmful interference, and
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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Weee statemeNt
ENGLISH
To protect the global environment and as an environmentalist, MSI must
remind you that...
Under the European Union (“EU”) Directive on Waste Electrical and Elec-
tronic Equipment, Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, prod-
ucts of “electrical and electronic equipment” cannot be discarded as municipal waste
anymore and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take
back such products at the end of their useful life. MSI will comply with the product take
back requirements at the end of life of MSI-branded products that are sold into the EU.
You can return these products to local collection points.
DEUTSCH
Hinweis von MSI zur Erhaltung und Schutz unserer Umwelt
Gemäß der Richtlinie 2002/96/EG über Elektro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte dürfen Elek-
tro- und Elektronik-Altgeräte nicht mehr als kommunale Abfälle entsorgt werden. MSI
hat europaweit verschiedene Sammel- und Recyclingunternehmen beauftragt, die in
die Europäische Union in Verkehr gebrachten Produkte, am Ende seines Lebenszyklus
zurückzunehmen. Bitte entsorgen Sie dieses Produkt zum gegebenen Zeitpunkt aus-
schliesslich an einer lokalen Altgerätesammelstelle in Ihrer Nähe.
FRANÇAIS
En tant qu’écologiste et an de protéger l’environnement, MSI tient à rappeler ceci...
Au sujet de la directive européenne (EU) relative aux déchets des équipement élec-
triques et électroniques, directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que les
produits électriques et électroniques ne peuvent être déposés dans les décharges ou
tout simplement mis à la poubelle. Les fabricants de ces équipements seront obligés de
récupérer certains produits en n de vie. MSI prendra en compte cette exigence relative
au retour des produits en n de vie au sein de la communauté européenne. Par con-
séquent vous pouvez retourner localement ces matériels dans les points de collecte.
РУССКИЙ
Компания MSI предпринимает активные действия по защите окружающей среды,
поэтому напоминаем вам, что....
В соответствии с директивой Европейского Союза (ЕС) по предотвращению
загрязнения окружающей среды использованным электрическим и электронным
оборудованием (директива WEEE 2002/96/EC), вступающей в силу 13
августа 2005 года, изделия, относящиеся к электрическому и электронному
оборудованию, не могут рассматриваться как бытовой мусор, поэтому
производители вышеперечисленного электронного оборудования обязаны
принимать его для переработки по окончании срока службы. MSI обязуется
соблюдать требования по приему продукции, проданной под маркой MSI на
территории EC, в переработку по окончании срока службы. Вы можете вернуть
эти изделия в специализированные пункты приема.

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ESPAÑOL
MSI como empresa comprometida con la protección del medio ambiente, recomienda:
Bajo la directiva 2002/96/EC de la Unión Europea en materia de desechos y/o equi-
pos electrónicos, con fecha de rigor desde el 13 de agosto de 2005, los productos
clasicados como “eléctricos y equipos electrónicos” no pueden ser depositados en
los contenedores habituales de su municipio, los fabricantes de equipos electrónicos,
están obligados a hacerse cargo de dichos productos al termino de su período de vida.
MSI estará comprometido con los términos de recogida de sus productos vendidos en
la Unión Europea al nal de su periodo de vida. Usted debe depositar estos productos
en el punto limpio establecido por el ayuntamiento de su localidad o entregar a una
empresa autorizada para la recogida de estos residuos.
NEDERLANDS
Om het milieu te beschermen, wil MSI u eraan herinneren dat….
De richtlijn van de Europese Unie (EU) met betrekking tot Vervuiling van Electrische
en Electronische producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in zal gaan kun-
nen niet meer beschouwd worden als vervuiling. Fabrikanten van dit soort producten
worden verplicht om producten retour te nemen aan het eind van hun levenscyclus.
MSI zal overeenkomstig de richtlijn handelen voor de producten die de merknaam MSI
dragen en verkocht zijn in de EU. Deze goederen kunnen geretourneerd worden op
lokale inzamelingspunten.
SRPSKI
Da bi zaštitili prirodnu sredinu, i kao preduzeće koje vodi računa o okolini i prirodnoj
sredini, MSI mora da vas podesti da…
Po Direktivi Evropske unije (“EU”) o odbačenoj ekektronskoj i električnoj opremi, Di-
rektiva 2002/96/EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi koji spadaju
pod “elektronsku i električnu opremu” ne mogu više biti odbačeni kao običan otpad i
proizvođači ove opreme biće prinuđeni da uzmu natrag ove proizvode na kraju njihovog
uobičajenog veka trajanja. MSI će poštovati zahtev o preuzimanju ovakvih proizvoda
kojima je istekao vek trajanja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proiz-
vode možete vratiti na lokalnim mestima za prikupljanje.
POLSKI
Aby chronić nasze środowisko naturalne oraz jako rma dbająca o ekologię, MSI przy-
pomina, że...
Zgodnie z Dyrektywą Unii Europejskiej (“UE”) dotyczącą odpadów produktów elektry-
cznych i elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w życie 13 sierpnia
2005, tzw. “produkty oraz wyposażenie elektryczne i elektroniczne “ nie mogą być trak-
towane jako śmieci komunalne, tak więc producenci tych produktów będą zobowiązani
do odbierania ich w momencie gdy produkt jest wycofywany z użycia. MSI wypełni
wymagania UE, przyjmując produkty (sprzedawane na terenie Unii Europejskiej) wy-
cofywane z użycia. Produkty MSI będzie można zwracać w wyznaczonych punktach
zbiorczych.

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TÜRKÇE
Çevreci özelliğiyle bilinen MSI dünyada çevreyi korumak için hatırlatır:
Avrupa Birliği (AB) Kararnamesi Elektrik ve Elektronik Malzeme Atığı, 2002/96/EC
Kararnamesi altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli
ve elektronik malzemeler diğer atıklar gibi çöpe atılamayacak ve bu elektonik cihazların
üreticileri, cihazların kullanım süreleri bittikten sonra ürünleri geri toplamakla yükümlü
olacaktır. Avrupa Birliği’ne satılan MSI markalı ürünlerin kullanım süreleri bittiğinde MSI
ürünlerin geri alınması isteği ile işbirliği içerisinde olacaktır. Ürünlerinizi yerel toplama
noktalarına bırakabilirsiniz.
ČESKY
Záleží nám na ochraně životního prostředí - společnost MSI upozorňuje...
Podle směrnice Evropské unie (“EU”) o likvidaci elektrických a elektronických výrobků
2002/96/EC platné od 13. srpna 2005 je zakázáno likvidovat “elektrické a elektronické
výrobky” v běžném komunálním odpadu a výrobci elektronických výrobků, na které se
tato směrnice vztahuje, budou povinni odebírat takové výrobky zpět po skončení je-
jich životnosti. Společnost MSI splní požadavky na odebírání výrobků značky MSI,
prodávaných v zemích EU, po skončení jejich životnosti. Tyto výrobky můžete odevzdat
v místních sběrnách.
MAGYAR
Annak érdekében, hogy környezetünket megvédjük, illetve környezetvédőként fellépve
az MSI emlékezteti Önt, hogy ...
Az Európai Unió („EU”) 2005. augusztus 13-án hatályba lépő, az elektromos és elek-
tronikus berendezések hulladékairól szóló 2002/96/EK irányelve szerint az elektromos
és elektronikus berendezések többé nem kezelhetőek lakossági hulladékként, és az
ilyen elektronikus berendezések gyártói kötelessé válnak az ilyen termékek visszavé-
telére azok hasznos élettartama végén. Az MSI betartja a termékvisszavétellel kapc-
solatos követelményeket az MSI márkanév alatt az EU-n belül értékesített termékek
esetében, azok élettartamának végén. Az ilyen termékeket a legközelebbi gyűjtőhelyre
viheti.
ITALIANO
Per proteggere l’ambiente, MSI, da sempre amica della natura, ti ricorda che….
In base alla Direttiva dell’Unione Europea (EU) sullo Smaltimento dei Materiali Elettrici
ed Elettronici, Direttiva 2002/96/EC in vigore dal 13 Agosto 2005, prodotti appartenenti
alla categoria dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici non possono più essere eliminati come
riuti municipali: i produttori di detti materiali saranno obbligati a ritirare ogni prodotto
alla ne del suo ciclo di vita. MSI si adeguerà a tale Direttiva ritirando tutti i prodotti
marchiati MSI che sono stati venduti all’interno dell’Unione Europea alla ne del loro
ciclo di vita. È possibile portare i prodotti nel più vicino punto di raccolta

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CONTENTS
Copyright Notice�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ii
Trademarks ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ii
Revision History �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ii
Technical Support ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ii
Safety Instructions ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������iii
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement �������������������������������������iv
WEEE Statement�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������v
Chapter 1 Overview�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������1-1
Mainboard Specications..................................................................................... 1-2
Mainboard Layout ................................................................................................ 1-3
Watch Dog Timer Setting .....................................................................................1-4
LAN Bypass Function Programming Guide ......................................................... 1-7
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup������������������������������������������������������������������������2-1
Quick Components Guide.................................................................................... 2-2
CPU (Central Processing Unit) ............................................................................ 2-3
Memory ................................................................................................................2-6
Power Supply....................................................................................................... 2-7
Connector.............................................................................................................2-8
Jumper ...............................................................................................................2-13
Slot..................................................................................................................... 2-14
Chapter 3 BIOS Setup �������������������������������������������������������������������������������3-1
Entering Setup ..................................................................................................... 3-2
The Menu Bar ......................................................................................................3-4
Main ..................................................................................................................... 3-5
Advanced .............................................................................................................3-6
Chipset............................................................................................................... 3-12
Boot.................................................................................................................... 3-16
Security ..............................................................................................................3-17
Save & Exit.........................................................................................................3-19
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Thank you for choosing the MS-91E2 v1.X, an excellent
server board from MSI.
Based on the innovative Intel®3420 chipset for optimal
system efciency, the MS-91E2 accommodates the In-
tel®Xeon®processor C5500/C3500 series in socket
LGA1366 and supports up to 6 DDR3 800/1066/1333
DIMM slots to provide the maximum of 48GB memory
capacity.
In the advanced-level and mid-range market segment,
the MS-91E2 can provide a high-performance solution
for today’s front-end and general purpose server, as well
as in the future.
Chapter 1
Overview

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maiNBoard speCifiCatioNs
Processor
Intel Xeon processor C5500/C3500 series in socket LGA1366
Chipset
Intel 3420 chipset
Memory
6 DDR3 800/1066/1333 DIMM slots
Supports the maximum of 48GB Registered/Unbuffered ECC DIMM
LAN
Gigabit Fast Ethernet by Intel 82574L controller
SATA
6 SATA 3Gb/s ports by Intel 3420 chipset
Graphics
XGI Volari Z9s graphics controller
Connector
Onboard Pinheaders/ Connectors
1 D-sub VGA port
2 RJ-45 LAN jacks
1 mouse/keyboard connector
1 serial port connector
1 TPM connector
2 USB connectors (4 ports)
1 serial port/ LAN LED/ status LED connector
1 GPIO connector
1 SMBus connector
1 reset/ power switch connector
Slot
2 PCI-Express x4 slots
4 PCI-Express x8 slots (for LAN cards only)
1 CompactFlash socket
Mounting
8 mounting holes
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maiNBoard layout
JVGA1
SYS_FAN2
Winbond
W83202G
SYS_FAN1
CPU_FAN2
CPU_FAN1
JPWR2JPWR1
CPU_0 CPU_1
SYS_FAN3
JTPM1
JDEBUG1
SATA1 SATA5
SATA2 SATA6
SATA3 SATA4
J1
BATT
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PCI_E2
PCI_E1
PCIE_1 PCIE_2 PCIE_3 PCIE_4
CPU1_DIMM1
CPU0_DIMM3
CPU1_DIMM2
CPU0_DIMM2
CPU1_DIMM3
CPU0_DIMM1
PWR3
JBAT1
JUSB1 JUSB2
J6
J3
JLAN1 JLAN2
J4 J5
CFCARD1
JP1
JCOM1

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WatCh dog timer settiNg
Setup procedures
A. Enter super I/O conguration mode -
mov dx, 04eh
mov al, 087h
out dx, al
out dx, al
B. Set pin 77 to WDTO# function
mov dx,04eh
mov al,02Dh;; ;Register 2Dh
out dx,al
inc dx
in al,dx
and al,0FEh ;Cong Bit 0 As 0
out dx,al ;Cong PIN 77 as WDTO#
C. Select Logical Device 8
mov dx, 04eh
mov al, 07h
out dx, al ;point to Logical Device Number Register
inc dx
mov al, 08h ;select Logical Device 8
out dx, al

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D. Enable watchdog timer
Activate WDTO#
mov dx, 04eh ;CR 30h: bit 0 ll in 1
mov al, 030h
out dx, al
inc dx
mov al, 01h
out dx, al
; Setup WDTO# count mode
; Set bit 4 and bit 3 by request
; Set bit 2 to 0
; Set bit 1 to 1

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mov dx, 04eh ;CR F7h: bit 4 ll 0 (clear event)
mov al, 0f7h
out dx, al
inc dx
in al,dx
and al, 0efh
out dx, al ;CR F6h: bit0~7 ll in counter time
E. Exit conguration mode
mov dx, 04eh
mov al, 0aah
out dx, al

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laN Bypass fuNCtioN programmiNg guide
LAN Bypass Function Programming Guide
96E3 uses the Southbridge ICH7 GPIO to control CPLD to realize LAN Bypass/
PassThrough/WDT function.
Programming Sequence
1. program GPO6,34,33, PAIR(3:1) to switch LAN1-2 or LAN3-4 pair
2. program GPO39,38,35 CFG(3:1) to control LAN pair behavior Bypass/
PassThrough/WDT
3. set GPO24, CPLD_SendBIT high about 150ms then set it low about 50ms
to complete the LAN pair conguration progress

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4. go to next programming sequence loop for the next LAN pair!

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Boolean table for CPLD behavior of Bypass/PassThrough/WDT function
LAN1-2
PAIR_3 PAIR_2 PAIR_1 CFG_3 CFG_2 CFG_1
0 0 0 0 0 0 ON PassTru
OFF PassTru
WDT Reset
0 0 0 0 0 1 ON PassTru
OFF PassTru
WDT ByPass
0 0 0 0 1 0 ON PassTru
OFF ByPass
WDT Reset
0 0 0 0 1 1 ON PassTru
OFF ByPass
WDT ByPass
0 0 0 1 0 0 ON ByPass
OFF PassTru
WDT Reset
0 0 0 1 0 1 ON ByPass
OFF PassTru
WDT ByPass
0 0 0 1 1 0 ON ByPass
OFF ByPass
WDT Reset
0 0 0 1 1 1 ON ByPass
OFF ByPass
WDT ByPass

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LAN3-4
PAIR_3 PAIR_2 PAIR_1 CFG_3 CFG_2 CFG_1
0 0 1 0 0 0 ON PassTru
OFF PassTru
WDT Reset
0 0 1 0 0 1 ON PassTru
OFF PassTru
WDT ByPass
0 0 1 0 1 0 ON PassTru
OFF ByPass
WDT Reset
0 0 1 0 1 1 ON PassTru
OFF ByPass
WDT ByPass
0 0 1 1 0 0 ON ByPass
OFF PassTru
WDT Reset
0 0 1 1 0 1 ON ByPass
OFF PassTru
WDT ByPass
0 0 1 1 1 0 ON ByPass
OFF ByPass
WDT Reset
0 0 1 1 1 1 ON ByPass
OFF ByPass
WDT ByPass

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This chapter provides you with the information about
hardware setup procedures. While doing the installa-
tion, be careful in holding the components and follow the
installation procedures. For some components, if you
install in the wrong orientation, the components will not
work properly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer
components. Static electricity may damage the compo-
nents.
Chapter 2
Hardware Setup

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quiCk CompoNeNts guide
BATT
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J6, p�2-12
JPWR1, p�2-7
JCOM1, p�2-10
DIMM Slots, p�2-6
PCI_E1~2, p�2-14
JBAT1, p�2-13
SYS_FAN2, p.2-8
DIMM Slots,
p�2-6
CPU, p�2-3
JVGA1, p�2-9
JUSB1~2, p�2-10
CPU_FAN1,
p.2-8
J1, p�2-11
CFCARD1, p�2-14
JLAN1~2, p�2-9
SATA1~6, p�2-9
J3, p�2-11
J4, p�2-11
JTPM1, p�2-12
SYS_FAN1,
p.2-8
JPWR2, p�2-7
JPWR3, p�2-7
CPU_FAN2,
p.2-8
SYS_FAN3, p.2-8
JP1, p.2-8