MSI MS-S0891 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 INTER-
NATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guar-
antee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under con-
tinual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.
Trademarks
All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.
MSI®is a registered trademark of Micro-Star Int’l Co.,Ltd.
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AMI®is a registered trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
Award®is a registered trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
Realtek®is a registered trademark of Realtek Semiconductor Corporation.
Revision History
Revision Date
V1.0 2013/07
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. Alterna-
tively, please try the following help resources for further guidance.
Visit the MSI website for technical guide, BIOS
updates, driver updates, and other information:
http://www.msi.com/service/download/
Contact our technical sta󰘯 at:
http://support.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
anything over the power cord.
Always Unplug the Power Cord before inserting any add-on card or mod-
ule.
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 ser-
vice 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 UNCONDI-
TIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60oC (140oF), IT MAY DAM-
AGE THE EQUIPMENT.
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。
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Chemical Substances Information
In compliance with chemical substances regulations, such as the EU REACH
Regulation (Regulation EC No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and the
Council), MSI provides the information of chemical substances in products at:
http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/evmtprtt_pcm.html
Battery Information
European Union:
Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be
disposed of as unsorted household waste. Please use the
public collection system to return, recycle, or treat them in
compliance with the local regulations.
Taiwan:
For better environmental protection, waste batteries should
be collected separately for recycling or special disposal.
California, USA:
The button cell battery may contain perchlorate material and requires special
handling when recycled or disposed of in California.
For further information please visit:
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

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CE Conformity
Hereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device
is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other
relevant provisions set out in the European Directive.
FCC-A Radio Frequency
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
Notice 1
The changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2
Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to
comply with the emission limits.
VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following 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 Electronic Equipment,
Directive 2002/96/EC, which takes effect on August 13, 2005, products 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 Elektro- 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 ausschliesslich 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 électriques
et électroniques, directive 2002/96/EC, prenant effet le 13 août 2005, que les produits élec-
triques 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 conséquent 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 equipos
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 hac-
erse 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 Elec-
tronische producten (2002/96/EC), die op 13 Augustus 2005 in zal gaan kunnen 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, Direktiva
2002/96/EC, koja stupa na snagu od 13. Avgusta 2005, proizvodi koji spadaju pod “elek-
tronsku 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 tra-
janja, koji imaju MSI oznaku i koji su prodati u EU. Ove proizvode možete vratiti na lokalnim
mestima za prikupljanje.
POLSKI
Aby chronić nasze środowisko naturalne oraz jako rma dbająca o ekologię, MSI przypo-
mina, że...
Zgodnie z Dyrektywą Unii Europejskiej (“UE”) dotyczącą odpadów produktów elektrycznych
i elektronicznych (Dyrektywa 2002/96/EC), która wchodzi w życie 13 sierpnia 2005, tzw.
“produkty oraz wyposażenie elektryczne i elektroniczne “ nie mogą być traktowane 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) wycofywane 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 Kara-
rnamesi altında 13 Ağustos 2005 tarihinden itibaren geçerli olmak üzere, elektrikli ve elek-
tronik 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 jejich 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 elektronikus
berendezések hulladékairól szóló 2002/96/EK irányelve szerint az elektromos és elektroni-
kus berendezések többé nem kezelhetőek lakossági hulladékként, és az ilyen elektronikus
berendezések gyártói kötelessé válnak az ilyen termékek visszavételére azok hasznos élet-
tartama végén. Az MSI betartja a termékvisszavétellel kapcsolatos 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 cat-
egoria dei Materiali Elettrici ed Elettronici non possono più essere eliminati come riuti mu-
nicipali: 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
Chemical Substances Information ............................................................... iv
Battery Information....................................................................................... iv
CE Conformity............................................................................................... v
FCC-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement ......................................... v
WEEE Statement ......................................................................................... vi
1. Overview.......................................................................................1-1
Mainboard Specications...........................................................................1-2
Mainboard Layout ......................................................................................1-4
2. Hardware Setup ...........................................................................2-1
Quick Component Guide............................................................................2-2
CPU (Central Processing Unit) ..................................................................2-3
Memory ......................................................................................................2-6
Storage.......................................................................................................2-8
Power Supply.............................................................................................2-9
Rear Panel I/O ......................................................................................... 2-11
Connector.................................................................................................2-13
Jumper .....................................................................................................2-17
Slot...........................................................................................................2-18
3. BIOS Setup...................................................................................3-1
Entering Setup ...........................................................................................3-2
The Menu Bar ............................................................................................3-4
Main ...........................................................................................................3-5
Advanced ...................................................................................................3-6
Boot..........................................................................................................3-13
Security ....................................................................................................3-15
Save & Exit...............................................................................................3-16
4. Drivers & Utilities.........................................................................4-1
Installation..................................................................................................4-2
Server Drivers ............................................................................................4-2
Server Floppy.............................................................................................4-3
Manual .......................................................................................................4-3
Download Website .....................................................................................4-4

NOTE

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Thank you for choosing the MS-S0891 v1.X, an excellent server board
from MSI.
Based on the innovative Intel®Lynx Point C222 chipset for optimal sys-
tem efciency, the MS-S0891 accommodates the Intel®Haswell proces-
sor and supports two 240-pin slots for up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory in
dual-channel memory bus.
In the advanced-level and mid-range market segment, the MS-S0891
can provide a high-performance solution for today’s front-end and gen-
eral purpose server, as well as in the future.
1Overview

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Overview MS-S0891
Mainboard Specications
Processor
Intel Haswell processor (LGA1150)■
Chipset
Intel Lynx Point C222 chipset■
Memory
Two 240-pin slots for up to 16 GB of ECC unbuffered DDR3 1066/ 1333/
1600 MHz memory
Dual-channel memory bus
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LAN
2 Intel i210AT Gigabit Fast Ethernet controllers■
SATA
ATX SKU, ATX IPMI SKU
2 SATA 6Gb/s ports (SATA 1~2)
3 SATA 3Gb/s ports (SATA 3~5)
1 eSATA 3Gb/s port (ESATA1)
DC-in SKU
2 SATA 6Gb/s ports (SATA 1~2)
2 SATA 3Gb/s ports (SATA 4~5)
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System Management (Optional)
Aspeed AST1300 BMC controller (ATX SKU, DC-in SKU)
Aspeed AST2300 BMC controller (ATX IPMI SKU)
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Rear Panel I/O
ATX SKU, ATX IPMI SKU
1 eSATA port
2 USB 3.0 ports
1 D-sub VGA port
2 Gigabit LAN jacks (JLAN1 shares NIC, for IPMI only)
DC-in SKU
1 DC power jack
2 USB 3.0 ports
1 D-sub VGA port
2 Gigabit LAN jacks
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Onboard Pinheaders/ Connectors/ Jumpers
1 TPM pinheader
1 front panel pinheader
1 4-pin 12V power connector (ATX SKU, ATX IPMI SKU)
1 24-pin power connector (ATX SKU, ATX IPMI SKU)
1 4-pin 19V power connector (DC-in SKU)
1 4-pin SATA power connector (DC-in SKU)
3 system fan connectors
1 clear CMOS jumper
1 serial port connector
1 USB 2.0 pinheader
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Slot
1 PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (x8 signal, for ATX SKU and ATX IPMI SKU only)■
Form Factor
ITX form factor: 17cm x 17cm■
Mounting
4 mounting holes■
SKU Comparison
SKUs
Features ATX SKU DC-in SKU ATX IPMI SKU
AST1300 (w/ VGA) V V
AST2300 (w/ IPMI) V
SATA 6 G/bs qty 2 2 2
SATA 3 G/bs qty 3 2 3
eSATA port V V
PCI_E2 PCIe x16
(x8 signal) V V

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Mainboard Layout
JUSB1
COM1
JBAT1
JME_RCV1
SATA1
SATA2
SATA3
SATA5
SATA4
JTPM1
JBMC_1
JFP1
SYS_FAN3
SYS_
FAN2
SYS_
FAN1
JPWR1
DIMM1
DIMM2
PCI_E2
JLAN1 (share NIC, for IPMI only)
JLAN2
USB 3.0
Ports
VGA Port
JPWR3
ESATA1
MS-S0891v1.0 ATX SKU/ ATX IPMI SKU

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JUSB1
COM1
JBAT1
JME_RCV1
SATA1
SATA2
SATA5
SATA4
JTPM1
JBMC_1
JFP1
SATACON1 SYS_FAN3
SYS_
FAN2
SYS_
FAN1
DIMM1
DIMM2
JLAN1
JLAN2
USB 3.0
Ports
JPWR2
VGA Port
JPWR3
MS-S0891v1.0 DC-in SKU

NOTE

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This chapter provides you with the information about hardware setup
procedures. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the com-
ponents and follow the installation procedures. For some components, if
you install in the wrong orientation, the components will not work prop-
erly.
Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. Static
electricity may damage the components.
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Quick Component Guide
CPU,
p.2-3
JPWR3, p.2-9
COM1, p.2-15
Power Jack
eSATA Port
USB 3.0 Ports
VGA Port
JLAN2 Jack
JLAN1 Jack,
p.2-11
PCI_E2, p.2-18
SATACON1,
p.2-10
JFP1, p.2-15
JUSB1, p.2-16
JBAT1, p.2-17
SATA3
SATA4 SATA2
SATA5 SATA1,
p.2-14
SYS_FAN3,
p.2-13
JPWR1, p.2-9
DIMM2
DIMM1 , p.2-6
SYS_FAN2/
SYS_FAN1,
p.2-13
JTPM1, p.2-16

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CPU (Central Processing Unit)
When installing the CPU, make sure that you install the cooler to prevent over-
heating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, consult your dealer before turning on
the computer.
Important
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make sure the
cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Make sure
that you apply an even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU
and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.
Replacing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn off the power supply or unplug the power
supply’s power cord from the grounded outlet rst to ensure the safety of CPU.
Introduction to LGA 115x CPU
The surface of LGA 115x CPU. Remember to apply some thermal paste on it for
better heat dispersion.
Alignment Key
Yellow triangle is the
Pin 1 indicator
Alignment Key

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CPU Installation
When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on
the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal
paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat disper-
sion.
Open the load lever and remove the
plastic cap.
1. Lift the load lever up to fully open
position.
2.
After con󰘰rming the CPU direction for
correct mating, put down the CPU in
the socket housing frame. Be sure to
grasp on the edge of the CPU base.
Note that the alignment keys are
matched.
3. Engage the load lever while pressing
down lightly onto the load plate.
4.
Alignment Key
Important
Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU with
pure vertical motion and reinstall.
Secure the load lever with the hook
under the retention tab.
5. Make sure the four hooks are in proper
position before you install the cooler.
Align the holes on the motherboard
with the cooler. Push down the cooler
until its four clips get wedged into the
holes of the motherboard.
6.
Press the four hooks down to fasten
the cooler. Turn over the motherboard
to con󰘰rm that the clip-ends are
correctly inserted.
7. Finally, attach the CPU Fan cable
to the CPU fan connector on the
motherboard.
8.
Important
Conrm if your CPU cooler is rmly installed before turning on your system.
Do not touch the CPU socket pins to avoid damage.
Whenever CPU is not installed, always protect your CPU socket pins with the plastic
cap covered.
Please refer to the documentation in the CPU cooler package for more details about
the CPU cooler installation.
Read the CPU status in BIOS.
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