QSSC QSSC-310DA User manual

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User Manual
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Regional EMC Compliance Information
FCC Verification Notice (USA only)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Class A
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 manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which
case you will be required to correct the interference at your own expense.
INDUSTRY CANADA (Canada only)
This Class B (or Class A, if so indicated on the registration label) digital apparatus meets the requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B (ou Classe A, si ainsi indiqué sur l’étiquette d’enregistration) respecte
toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le Materiel Brouilleur du Canada.
CE Declaration of Conformity (EUROPE only)
This product has been tested in accordance to, and complies with the European Low Voltage Directive
(73/23/EEC) and European EMC Directive (89/336/EEC).
The product has been marked with the CE Mark to illustrate its compliance.
VCCI (Japan only)
English translation of the notice above is as follow:
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) for
information technology equipment. If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may
arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions.

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CCC (China only)
The following CCC EMC Warning is marked on the product: EMC Warning are required for Class A
products.
此为 A级产品，在生活环境中，该产品可能会造成无线电干扰，在这种情况下，可能需要用户
对其干扰采取可行的措施
China RoHS Declaration Table
部件名称
(Component Name) 有毒有害物质或元素 (Hazardous Substance)
铅
Lead
(Pb)
汞
Mercury
(Hg)
镉
Cadmium
(Cd)
六价铬
Chromium VI
Compounds
(Cr6+)
多溴联苯
Polybrominated
Biphenyls
(PBB)
多溴二苯醚
Polybrominated
Diphenyl Ethers
(PBDE)
机箱子组件
Chassis Subassembly ○○○○○○
电源
Power Supply
○○○○○○
印刷板组件
Printed Board
Assemblies (PBA)
○○○○○○
○：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在 SJ/T 11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。
○：Indicates that this hazardous substance contained in all homogeneous materials of this part is below the limit requirement in
SJ/T 11363-2006.
×：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 SJ/T 11363-2006 标准 规定的限量要求。
×：Indicates that this hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials of this part is above the limit
requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006.

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BSMI (Tawain only)
The following BSMI EMC Warning is marked on the product: BSMI ID No and EMC Warning are required for
Class A products.
這是甲類的資訊產品，在居住的環境中使用時，可能會造成射頻干擾，在這種情況下，使用者會被
要求採取某些適當對策。
Copyright
This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright
laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced
without the express written consent of the manufacturer.
Version 1.0, January, 2008
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations
or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, the manufacturer reserves the right to revise
this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer
to notify any person of such revision or changes.

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Safety Information
READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SECTION. RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE.
READ THIS SECTION BEFORE SERVICING.
CAUTION!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, THIS SERVER SHOULD ONLY BE SER-
VICED BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RTC Battery
CAUTION!
DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY
WITH SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. DIS-
CARD USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
Power Supply
CAUTION!
THE POWER SUPPLIES IN YOUR SYSTEM MAY PRODUCE HIGH VOLTAGES AND
ENERGY HAZARDS, WHICH CAN CAUSE BODILY HARM. UNLESS YOU ARE IN-
STRUCTED OTHERWISE, ONLY TRAINED SERVICE TECHNICIANS ARE AUTHORIZED
TO REMOVE THE COVERS AND ACCESS ANY OF THE COMPONENTS INSIDE THE
SYSTEM.
Power Supply Cord
CAUTION!
THIS SYSTEM MAY HAVE MORE THAN ONE POWER SUPPLY CABLE. TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, A TRAINED SERVICE TECHNICIAN MAY NEED TO
DISCONNECT ALL POWER SUPPLY CABLES BEFORE SERVICING THE SYSTEM.
Laser Drive Equipment
The optical transceiver module in this server is a laser Class 1 product.
Ambient Operation
This equipment cannot be operated above an ambient operation temperature of 35 degrees centigrade.
Equipment Location
This equipment can only be accessed by SERVICE PERSONNEL or by USERS who have been instructed about
the reasons for the restrictions applied to the location. Access is through the use of a TOOL or lock and key, or
other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
CAUTION!
REGARDING THE STANDARDS OF WORKSTATIONS REGULATIONS, DO NOT PLACE
THE MODEL IN THE VISUAL FIELD OF THE USER, BECAUSE OF THE GLOSSY FRONT
OF THE CASE.
Rack Mounting of Systems
CAUTION!
BEFORE WORKING ON THE RACK, MAKE SURE THAT THE STABILIZERS ARE SE-
CURED TO THE RACK, EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR, AND THAT THE FULL WEIGHT OF
THE RACK RESTS ON THE FLOOR. INSTALL FRONT AND SIDE STABILIZERS ON A
SINGLE RACK OR FRONT STABILIZERS FOR JOINED MULTIPLE RACKS BEFORE
WORKING ON THE RACK.
CAUTION!
ALWAYS LOAD THE RACK FROM THE BOTTOM UP, AND LOAD THE HEAVIEST ITEM
IN THE RACK FIRST. MAKE SURE THAT THE RACK IS LEVEL AND STABLE BEFORE
EXTENDING A COMPONENT FROM THE RACK.

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CAUTION!
DO NOT OVERLOAD THE AC SUPPLY BRANCH CIRCUIT THAT PROVIDES POWER TO
THE RACK. THE TOTAL RACK LOAD SHOULD NOT EXCEED 80 PERCENT OF THE
BRANCH CIRCUIT RATING.
CAUTION!
ENSURE THAT PROPER AIRFLOW IS PROVIDED TO COMPONENTS IN THE RACK. DO
NOT STEP ON OR STAND ON ANY COMPONENT WHEN SERVICING OTHER COMPO-
NENTS IN A RACK.
Typographic Conventions
Several different typographic conventions are used throughout this manual. Refer to the following examples for
common usage.
Bold type face denotes menu items, buttons and application names.
Italic type face denotes references to other sections.
Note:
Highlights general or useful information and tips.
WARNING!
Warning information appears before the text it references and should not be ig-
nored as the content may prevent damage to the device.
CAUTION!
CAUTIONS APPEAR BEFORE THE TEXT IT REFERENCES, SIMILAR TO
NOTES AND WARNINGS. CAUTIONS, HOWEVER, APPEAR IN CAPITAL LET-
TERS AND CONTAIN VITAL HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION.
Personal Inventory
This Computer system is designed for years of productive computing. Use this section to keep notes about details
of your purchase. Update this section when you add new options.
Date of Purchase:
Dealer’s Name:
Phone:
Address:
E-mail Address:
WWW Site:
Serial Number:
CPU Type:
Hard Disk
Capacity:
Memory Capacity:
Accessories
(check the accessories that shipped with your model):
 CPU heat sink x 1 pc
 Utility CD ROM with support software driver and user's
manual x 1 pc
 Rail slide kit x 1 set
 Hard drive screws for fixed SKU x 1 set
 Others________________

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T
TA
AB BL LE E O OF F C
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ON NT TE EN NT TS S
CHAPTER 1 1
Introduction 1
Checklist 1
A Tour of the System 2
QSSC-310DA/ QSSC-310DS SKU Front View 2
QSSC-310FA/ QSSC-310LA SKU Front View 3
Rear View 4
CHAPTER 2 5
Installing Hardware 5
Safety Measures 5
QSSC-310 Mainboard Components 6
Jumper and Connections 7
Installing Hard Drives (QSSC-310DA/QSSC-310DS) 8
Installing Hard Drives (QSSC-310FA/QSSC-310LA) 10
Right-side HDD 10
Left-side HDD 11
Removing the Chassis Cover 12
Installing the CPU 13
Installing the Heatsink 15
Installing the Fan Duct 16
Installing a PCI Card 17
Installing Memory 19
Supported DIMM Configuration 20
Installing a Compact Flash Card 21
Replacing the Fan Assembly 22
Replacing the Power Supply 24
Replacing the DVD-ROM Combo 25
Replacing the Chassis Cover 27
CHAPTER 3 28
BIOS 28
Setup Menu 28
BIOS Setup Options at Boot 28
Console Redirection 28
Enable/Disable Console Redirection 28
Configuring Special Keys 29
The Legend Bar 30
General Help 30
Main Menu 31
Advanced Menu 32
CPU Configuration 33
ACPI Configuration 34
IDE Configuration 35
Super IO Configuration 38
Trusted Computing 39
USB Configuration 40
PCI Configuration 41
MPS Configuration 42
Boot Menu 43
Boot Settings Configuration 43
Boot Device Priority 44
Server Menu 45
Set AST1000/2000 LAN Configuration 46

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Remote Access Configuration 47
Security Menu 48
Exit Menu 49
CHAPTER 4 50
Using the Web UI 50
Setting the KVM TCP Port on Network 50
Logging into the Web User Interface 50
System Information 51
Version 51
Session Time-Out 52
Components 53
System Monitoring 54
Sensor Reading 54
Event Logs 56
Locator Indicator 58
Fault LED 58
Configuration 59
Network 59
E-mail Notification 60
Platform Event Filter 60
Clock Settings 60
System Management Access 61
User Management 63
Changing the Administrative Password 63
Managing Users 64
ADS Configuration 65
Remote Control 66
Redirection 66
Remote Power Control 68
Hotkey Setup 69
Maintenance 70
Firmware Upgrade 70
Reset BMC 70
CHAPTER 5 71
Using the Client 71
Video Screen Redirection 71
Video Quality Configuration 71
Video Quality Option 71
USB Keyboard and Mouse Emulation 72
Mouse Synchronization at Console Side 73
Hide Console Side Mouse 74
Hardware Cursor Mode 74
Keyboard LED and Status Synchronization 74
Hot-Key Simulation 75
Full Screen Display on Console PC 76
Dynamic Scaling Video Resolution 77
Color Text Adjust 77
Encryption Mode 78
Virtual Storage 78
Mounting a Device 78
USB DVD Emulation 80
USB Floppy Emulation 80
USB CD-ROM Emulation 81
USB Flash Disk Emulation 81
CD /DVD ROM Emulation 81
Multidevice Configuration 82
Virtual Storage Configuration (Linux Kernel 2.4) 83

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APPENDIX A 84
Support 84
Before You Begin 84
Installing the Rack Brackets 85
Troubleshooting Sequence 86
Installation Problems 86
APPENDIX B 87
Updating the BMC Firmware 87
BMC Firmware Update Utility 87
BMC Firmware Update Procedure 87
APPENDIX C 88
Specifications 88

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Chapter 1
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In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n
The QSSC-310 server system features a motherboard with one T type CPU socket that accommodates Intel®
Xeon Processor 3000/3100/3200/3300 series and Bigby Northbridge/ICH9R Southbridge chipsets.
Four DDR2 DIMM slots enable you to add memory up to 8 GB. ECC support provides extra security against sys-
tem failure.
The QSSC-310 has a full range of I/O ports, including four USB ports (QSSC-310DA/QSSC-310DS SKUs) or
three USB ports (QSSC-310FA/QSSC-310LA SKUs), two Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports from Broadcom
BCM5715C, one PS2 mouse port, one PS2 keyboard port, one 9-pin serial port, and one 15-pin VGA port.
IPMB (Intelligent Platform Management Bus) headers provide administrator access in case of server failure. The
IPMB connects externally through the (ICMB) Intelligent Chassis Management Bus. The ICMB is used to con-
nect the QSSC-310 server to the outside world, providing data such as temperature, voltage, or chassis intrusion to
the system administrator. ASPEED 1000/2000 server management firmware enables the administrator to monitor
the QSSC-310 status through a typical web browser.
Checklist
Carefully unpack the QSSC-310 and check that the following items are included.
• One QSSC-310 server chassis
• One CPU heatsink
• One Fan Duct
• One set of rack mount rails
• One set of hard drive screws for fixed SKU
• One utility CD-ROM with support software driver and this user’s manual
Contact your vendor if some items are missing or appear damaged.

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A Tour of the System
The following sections describe the external features of the QSSC-310 server.
QSSC-310DA/ QSSC-310DS SKU Front View
1. HDD Present LED LED displays HDD status:
Present: Green
Fault: Amber
Note:
Fault indicates SAS HDD errors only; SATA HDD errors are not shown.
2. HDD Active LED LED displays HDD status.
Active: Green
Note:
The HDD active LED feature is controlled by the HDD itself; some SATA
HDD models may not support this feature.
3. HDD release lever / HDD Use this lever to remove the hard drive.
4. DVD-ROM Combo LED Lights when the DVD-ROM Combo is being accessed.
5.
DVD-ROM Combo eject but-
ton
Push to eject the DVD-ROM Combo drive.
6.
DVD-ROM Combo emergency
eject
Allows manual ejection of DVD-ROM Combo tray during power off.
7. Power button Lights green when the system is powered on.
8. NMI Button Push to generate a diagnostic trace and core dumps from the operating
system
9. HDD Active LED Lights for hard drive operation.
Note:
This feature is not supported by the QSSC-310DS SKU.
10. System ID button Press to light front and rear ID LEDs.
11. Front ID LED / status LED • No fault: LED lights solid blue.
• ID display: Flashing blue.
• Displays status/errors (Amber).
12. USB ports Connect USB devices to these ports.
13. LAN LEDs Displays LAN status.
Note:
The DVD-ROM Combo is optional.

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QSSC-310FA/ QSSC-310LA SKU Front View
1. Dummy DVD Cover QSSC-310FA SKU dummy DVD bay cover.
Note:
QSSC-310LA SKU has no DVD bay cutout on the front bezel.
2. USB port Connect USB device to this port.
3. Front ID LED / status LED • No fault: LED lights solid blue.
• ID display: Flashing blue.
• Displays status/errors (Amber).
4. System ID button Press to light front and rear ID LEDs.
5. HDD Active LED Lights for hard drive operation.
6. NMI Button Push to generate a diagnostic trace and core dumps from the operating
system
7. Power button Lights green when the system is powered on.

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Rear View
1. Power socket Connect the power cable to the installed socket.
2. PS/2 mouse Connect a PS/2 pointing device to this port.
3. LAN port 1 Connect an RJ-45 jack to this port to connect to a Gigabit Ethernet LAN or a second
server.
4. Add-on Card Cover
5. Add-on Card Cover Remove these covers before installing an add-on card.
6. LAN port 2 Connect an RJ-45 jack to this port to connect to a Gigabit Ethernet LAN or a second
server.
Supports IPMI interface.
7. Rear ID LED / status
LED
• Lights when ID button is pressed.
• Displays status/errors
8. VGA port Connect a monitor to this port.
9. Serial port Connect serial devices to this port.
10.
11. USB port Connect USB devices to this port.
12. PS/2 keyboard Connect a PS/2 keyboard to this port.

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In ns st ta al ll li in ng g H Ha ar rd dw wa ar re e
Safety Measures
Computer components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by discharges of static electricity. Working
on computers that are still connected to a power supply can be extremely dangerous. Follow the simple guidelines
below to avoid damage to your computer or injury to yourself.
• Always disconnect the computer from the power outlet whenever you are working inside the computer
case.
• If possible, wear a grounded wrist strap when you are working inside the computer case. Alternatively,
discharge any static electricity by touching the bare metal chassis of the computer case, or the bare metal
body of any other grounded appliance.
• Hold electronic circuit boards by the edges only. Do not touch the components on the board unless it is
necessary to do so. Do not flex or stress the circuit board.
• Leave all components inside the static-proof packaging until you are ready to use the component for the
installation.

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QSSC-310 Mainboard Components
The following illustration displays the most important QSSC-310 mainboard components.
Item Component Jumper/Connector
1. Daughter board connector J16
2. Front panel connector FP_CONN1
3. System battery BT1
4. Intrusion switch connector J10
5. PCI riser connector RISER_CONN1
6. SATA SAS Fault LED connector J9
7. IPMB connector J8
8. BMC Disable jumper J7
9. 775-pin CPU socket for processor J6
10. Mainboard power connector P2 CN1
11. Enable password and CMOS clear jumper J4
12. Rear ID button S1
13. I/O ports (refer to Rear View on page 4) N/A
14. Port 80 debug connector JP1
15. Mainboard power connector P1 CN2
16. Four DDR2 DIMM slots J11, J12, J13, J14
17. FAN1 connector J18
18. FAN2 connector J21
19. SATA active control connector J22
20. PCI FAN connector J17
21. SGPIO connector J23
Note:
Items 6, 19, and 21are not supported by the QSSC-310LA SKU.

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Jumper and Connections
The following table lists jumper locations and descriptions.
Location Jumper Default Setting Function Description
J7
BMC Firmware Up-
date
Open Open: Default
1-2: BMC FW Update
J4 Password Setting
CMOS Setting
1-2(Short)
3-4(Open)
1-2 (Short): Short for normal (default)
1-2 (Open): clear password
3-4 (Open): default
3-4 (Short): Clear CMOS
The following table lists connector locations and descriptions.
Location Header Type Function Description
J18 FAN1 Pin1: FAN_PWM
Pin2: FAN_TACH
Pin3: +12V
Pin4: GND
J21 FAN2 Pin1: FAN_PWM
Pin2: FAN_TACH
Pin3: +12V
Pin4: GND
J17 PCI FAN Pin1: FAN_PWM
Pin2: FAN_TACH
Pin3: +12V
Pin4: GND
J16 Daughter board
connector
This connector is used for daughter board connection.
J8 IPMB Pin1: SMB_DAT (5VSB)
Pin2: GND
Pin3: SMB_CLK (5VSB)
Pin4: P5V_STB
FP_CONN1 Front panel connector This connector is used for Front panel connector
J9 Fault LED Pin1: Fault_LED0
Pin2: Fault_LED1
Pin3: Fault_LED2
Pin4: Fault_LED3
JP1 Port 80 debug
connector
This connector is used for debug board connector
J10 Intrusion switch
connector
Pin1: GND
Pin2: Intrusion pin
Pin3: NC
Note:
J9 – Fault LED is not supported by the QSSC-310LA SKU.

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Installing Hard Drives (QSSC-310DA/QSSC-310DS)
Refer to the following instructions to install hard drives.
1. Push the locking latch (1) in the direction of the arrow (2). The HDD tray’s locking lever springs open.
2. Pull the locking lever to remove the HDD tray.
3. Remove the dummy drive (2) from the tray (1) as shown.

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4. Secure the hard drive (1) to the tray with four screws (2). Do not over tighten the screws.
5. Push the HDD tray firmly and slide in the direction of the arrow until it is seated in the cradle.
6. Ensure that the locking lever closes fully and the locking latch is secure.

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Installing Hard Drives (QSSC-310FA/QSSC-310LA)
The QSSC-310 Fixed SKU accommodates two fixed HDDs (not supplied). Depending on the location of the
HDD, refer to the following instructions to install the hard drives.
Note:
Fixed HDDs must be purchased separately and installed as instructed.
Right-side HDD
1. Remove the chassis cover. See Removing the Chassis Cover on page 12.
2. Remove the securing screw from the HDD carrier.
3. Lift the carrier straight up to remove it from the chassis.
4. Install the HDD into the carrier using the securing screws provided in the accessories box.
5. Place the carrier into the chassis and insert the securing screw to hold the carrier in place.
Note:
Ensure that the HDD connectors face toward the center of the server’s front section.
6. Connect the power and interface cables to the HDD.
7. Replace the chassis cover. See Replacing the Chassis Cover on page 27.