Supermicro Supero A+ SERVER 1042G-TF User manual

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USER’S MANUAL
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A+ SERVER
1042G-TF

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Preface
About This Manual
This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It
provides information for the installation and use of the A+ SERVER 1042G-TF.
Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians
only.
The A+ SERVER 1042G-TF is a 1U rackmount server based on the
SC818TS-1400LPBP server chassis and the Super H8QGi+-F serverboards.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1: Introduction
The first chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with the
server system and describes the main features of the Super H8QGi+-F serverboard
and the SC818TS-1400LPBP chassis.
Chapter 2: Server Installation
This chapter describes the steps necessary to install theA+ SERVER 1042G-TF into
a rack and check out the server configuration prior to powering up the system. If your
server was ordered without the processor and memory components, this chapter will
refer you to the appropriate sections of the manual for their installation.
Chapter 3: System Interface
Refer to this chapter for details on the system interface, which includes the functions
and information provided by the control panel on the chassis as well as other LEDs
located throughout the system.
Chapter 4: System Safety
You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview
of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the A+
SERVER 1042G-TF.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the H8QGi+-F serverboard, including the
locations and functions of connectors, headers and jumpers. Refer to this chapter
when adding or removing processors or main memory and when reconfiguring the
serverboard.
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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC818TS-1400LPBP 1U
rackmount server chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter
when installing, removing or reconfiguring SATA or peripheral drives and when
replacing system power supply units and cooling fans.
Chapter 7: BIOS
The BIOS chapter includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information
on running the CMOS Setup Utility.
Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix B: Installing Windows
Appendix C: System Specifications

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1-1 Overview .........................................................................................................1-1
1-2 Serverboard Features..................................................................................... 1-2
Processors ......................................................................................................1-2
Memory ...........................................................................................................1-2
Serial ATA........................................................................................................ 1-2
PCI Expansion Slots....................................................................................... 1-2
Ethernet Ports................................................................................................. 1-2
Onboard Controllers/Ports .............................................................................. 1-2
Graphics Controller......................................................................................... 1-3
Other Features................................................................................................1-3
1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................1-4
System Power................................................................................................. 1-4
SATA Subsystem.............................................................................................1-4
Front Control Panel......................................................................................... 1-4
Cooling System...............................................................................................1-4
1-4 Contacting Supermicro....................................................................................1-5
Chapter 2 Server Installation
2-1 Overview .........................................................................................................2-1
2-2 Unpacking the System.................................................................................... 2-1
2-3 Preparing for Setup......................................................................................... 2-1
Choosing a Setup Location............................................................................. 2-1
Rack Precautions............................................................................................ 2-2
Server Precautions..........................................................................................2-2
Rack Mounting Considerations....................................................................... 2-3
Ambient Operating Temperature................................................................2-3
Reduced Airflow .........................................................................................2-3
Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 2-3
Circuit Overloading..................................................................................... 2-3
Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 2-3
2-4 Installing the System into a Rack ...................................................................2-4
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails......................................................2-4
Installing the Inner Rail Extensions ................................................................2-5
Assembling the Outer Rails............................................................................2-6
Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack.........................................................2-7
Installing the Server into a Telco Rack...........................................................2-9

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2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup.................................................................. 2-10
2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup.......................................................................2-11
Chapter 3 System Interface
3-1 Overview .........................................................................................................3-1
3-2 Control Panel Buttons..................................................................................... 3-1
Reset............................................................................................................... 3-1
Power.............................................................................................................. 3-1
3-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................3-2
NIC2................................................................................................................ 3-2
NIC1................................................................................................................ 3-2
HDD................................................................................................................. 3-2
Power.............................................................................................................. 3-2
3-4 SATA Drive Carrier LEDs................................................................................ 3-3
Chapter 4 System Safety
4-1 Electrical Safety Precautions..........................................................................4-1
4-2 General Safety Precautions............................................................................ 4-2
4-3 ESD Precautions............................................................................................. 4-3
4-4 Operating Precautions .................................................................................... 4-4
Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup
5-1 Handling the Serverboard............................................................................... 5-1
Precautions .....................................................................................................5-1
Unpacking .......................................................................................................5-2
5-2 I/O Port and Control Panel Connections ........................................................5-2
Front Control Panel......................................................................................... 5-3
5-3 Processor and Heatsink Installation................................................................5-3
Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink .................................................................5-6
Removing the Heatsink...................................................................................5-6
5-4 Installing Memory............................................................................................5-7
DIMM Module Population Configuration .................................................... 5-9
5-5 PCI Expansion Cards.................................................................................... 5-10
5-6 Serverboard Details .......................................................................................5-11
H8QGi+-F Quick Reference.......................................................................... 5-12
5-7 Connector Definitions ...................................................................................5-13
5-8 Jumper Settings............................................................................................ 5-19
Explanation of Jumpers ................................................................................5-19
5-9 Onboard Indicators........................................................................................5-21
5-10 SAS and SATA Drive Connections ............................................................... 5-22
5-11 Enabling SATA RAID..................................................................................... 5-23

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Serial ATA (SATA)..........................................................................................5-23
Installing the OS/SATA Driver....................................................................... 5-23
Building a Driver Diskette.........................................................................5-23
Enabling SATA RAID in the BIOS.................................................................5-24
Using the Adaptec RAID Utility..................................................................... 5-25
Installing the RAID Driver During OS Installation......................................... 5-25
5-12 Installing Drivers............................................................................................ 5-26
Supero Doctor III........................................................................................... 5-27
Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup
6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices..................................................................................6-1
Precautions .....................................................................................................6-1
6-2 Control Panel .................................................................................................. 6-2
6-3 System Cooling...............................................................................................6-2
System Fan Failure......................................................................................... 6-3
6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal.......................................................................6-4
Accessing the Drive Bays............................................................................... 6-4
Peripheral Drive Installation............................................................................ 6-7
6-5 Installing the Air Shroud..................................................................................6-8
Checking the Air Flow..................................................................................... 6-8
6-6 Power Supply................................................................................................ 6-10
Power Supply Failure.................................................................................... 6-10
Chapter 7 BIOS
7-1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 7-1
7-2 Main Menu ...................................................................................................... 7-2
7-3 Advanced Settings Menu................................................................................ 7-2
7-4 Security Settings Menu................................................................................. 7-12
7-5 Boot Settings Menu.......................................................................................7-13
7-6 Exit Menu......................................................................................................7-14
Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix B Installing Windows
B-1 Installing Windows to a RAID System............................................................B-1
B-2 Installing Windows to a Non-RAID System ....................................................B-2
Appendix C System Specifications

Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The A+ SERVER 1042G-TF is a 1U server comprised of the SC818TS-1400LPBP
chassis and one H8QGi+-F serverboards. Please refer to our web site for
information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the server
(www.supermicro.com).
In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components may have
been included with the system, as listed below.
One (1) mini-SATA to USB adapter for slim DVD (CDM-USATA-G-O-P)•
One (1) slim SATA DVD kit (MCP-220-81502-0N)•
Four (4) 1U passive CPU heatsinks for AMD Socket G34 (SNK-P0042P)•
Six 4-cm counter-rotating fans (FAN-0111L4)•
SATA Accessories:•
Three (3) hard drive carriers (MCP-220-00001-01)
One (1) internal HDD backplane (BPN-SAS-818TQ)
One (1) 40-cm 8pin to 8pin ribbon cable with tube SGPIO cable (CBL-0157L)
Three (3) 48CM SATA round cable sets (CBL-0206L)
One (1) 70-cm, internal USB cable for slim USB DVD-ROM (CBL-0341L)
One (1) PCI Express x16 riser card (RSC-RR1U-E16)•
Rackmount kit (MCP-290-00062-0N)•
One CD containing drivers and utilities•
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1-2 Serverboard Features
At the heart of the A+ SERVER 1042G-TF is one H8QGi+-F quad processor
serverboard, which is based on the AMD SR5690/SP5100 chipset.
Below are the main features of the serverboards.
Processors
The H8QGi+-F supports four AMD Opteron 6100 series (AMD Socket G34)
processors. Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported
processors (www.supermicro.com).
Memory
TheH8QGi+-Fhas thirty-two(32) single/dual/tri/quadchannelDIMM slotssupporting
up to 128 GB of ECC/Non-ECC UDIMM or up to 512 GB of ECC RDIMM
DDR3-1333/1066/800 SDRAM. See Chapter 5 Section 6 for more details on
installing memory into the system.
Serial ATA
The South Bridge (SP5100) of the chipset includes a Serial ATA controller for six
3 Gb/s SATA drives. The hot-swappable SATA drives are connected to a backplane
that provides power, bus termination and configuration settings. RAID 0 and 1 are
supported. Refer to the support area of our web site for procedures on setting up
RAID on your system.
PCI Expansion Slots
The H8QGi+-F board has one PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot.
Ethernet Ports
An Intel® network controller is integrated into each of the serverboards to support
two Gigabit LAN ports (100/1000Base-T/1000BaseTX, RJ45 output).
Onboard Controllers/Ports
Onboard I/O backpanel ports on the serverboard include one COM port, a VGAport,
two USB ports, a dedicated IPMI LAN port and two Gigabit LAN (NIC) ports.

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Graphics Controller
The H8QGi+-F features an integrated Matrox G200eW graphics chip, which includes
16 MB of DDR2 memory.
Other Features
Other onboard features that promote system health include voltage monitors, auto-
switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU overheat sensors, virus protection
and BIOS rescue.
Figure 1-1. AMD SR5690/SP5100 Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
G34-SOCKET #3
8x DIMM
8x DIMM
FWH
Keyboard/
Mouse
LPC SIO
W83527DHG-P
G34-SOCKET #2
VRM
G34-SOCKET #4
AMD
SR5690
#1
PCIE (X16)
H/W_MONITOR
W83795
HT Link
LPC BUS
9_FAN_CONN.
VRM
6x PORTS
SATA_CONN
SATA
HT Link HT Link
VRM VRM
HT Link
16/16-1GHz
HT Link
HT Link
8x DIMM
DDR3-1333/1066
USB
USB PORT
(0-5, 6)
SLOT#4
PCIE_(X16)
Intel
82576
PCIE (x4)
AMD
SP5100
Winbond
WPCM450
VGA
DDR3-1333/1066
DDR3-1333/1066
HT Link
CH A0,A1 B0,B1 C0,C1 D0,D1
8x DIMM
DDR3-1333/1066
CH A0,A1 B0,B1 C0,C1 D0,D1
G34-SOCKET #1

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1-3 Server Chassis Features
System Power
The SC818TS-1400LPBP features a Gold Level 1400W high-efficiency power
supply. The AC power cord should be removed from the system before servicing
or replacing the power supply. See Chapter 6 for details.
SATA Subsystem
The SC818TS-1400LPBP chassis includes three 3.5" drive bays, which may be
used to house hot-swappable SATA drives. RAID 0 and 1 are supported.
Front Control Panel
The control panel provides a system monitoring and control interface. LEDs indicate
system power, HDD activity, network activity, system overheat and power supply
failure. A main power button and a system reset button are also included.
Cooling System
The SC818TS-1400LPBP has an innovative cooling design that includes four 4-cm
counter-rotating PWM (Pulse Width Modulated) fans located in the middle section
of the chassis. The power supply module also includes a cooling fan. All chassis
and power supply fans operate continuously. An air shroud channels the airflow
from the system fans to efficiently cool the processors and memory. See note on
the following page regarding fan control.

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1-4 Contacting Supermicro
Headquarters
Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
980 Rock Ave.
San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected] (General Information)
[email protected] (Technical Support)
Web Site: www.supermicro.com
Europe
Address: Super Micro Computer B.V.
Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML
's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected] (General Information)
[email protected] (Technical Support)
[email protected] (Customer Support)
Asia-Pacific
Address: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
4F, No. 232-1, Liancheng Rd.
Chung-Ho 235, Taipei County
Taiwan, R.O.C.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.supermicro.com.tw
Technical Support:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]

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Notes

Chapter 2: Server Installation
2-1
Chapter 2
Server Installation
2-1 Overview
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your A+ SERVER up and
running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the
system operational within a minimum amount of time. This quick setup assumes
that your system has come to you with the processors and memory preinstalled. If
your system is not already fully integrated with a serverboard, processors, system
memory etc., please turn to the chapter or section noted in each step for details on
installing specific components.
2-2 Unpacking the System
You should inspect the box the system was shipped in and note if it was damaged
in any way. If the server itself shows damage you should file a damage claim with
the carrier who delivered it.
Decide on a suitable location for the rack unit that will hold the server. It should
be situated in a clean, dust-free area that is well ventilated. Avoid areas where
heat, electrical noise and electromagnetic fields are generated. You will also need
it placed near a grounded power outlet. Read the Rack and Server Precautions in
the next section.
2-3 Preparing for Setup
The box the server was shipped in should include two sets of rail assemblies, two
rail mounting brackets and the mounting screws you will need to install the system
into the rack. Follow the steps in the order given to complete the installation process
in a minimum amount of time. Please read this section in its entirety before you
begin the installation procedure outlined in the sections that follow.
Choosing a Setup Location
Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door•
completely (~25 inches) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back
of the rack to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing.This product is for
installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms,
service closets and the like).

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!
!
Warnings and Precautions!
This product is not suitable for use with visual display work place devices
•
acccording to §2 of the the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display
Units.
Rack Precautions
Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to•
the floor with the full weight of the rack resting on them.
In single rack installation, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. In multiple•
rack installations, the racks should be coupled together.
Always make sure the rack is stable before extending a component from the•
rack.
You should extend only one component at a time - extending two or more si-•
multaneously may cause the rack to become unstable.
Rack-mounted equipment should not be used as a shelf or work space.•
Server Precautions
Review the electrical and general safety precautions in Chapter 4.•
Determine the placement of each component in the rack• before you install the
rails.
Install the heaviest server components on the bottom of the rack first, and then•
work up.
Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the server from•
power surges, voltage spikes and to keep your system operating in case of a
power failure.
Allow the hot plug SATA drives and power supply modules to cool before touch-•
ing them.
Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers•
closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.

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Rack Mounting Considerations
Ambient Operating Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating
temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature
of the room. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment
in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient
temperature (Tmra).
Reduced Airflow
Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that the amount of airflow required
for safe operation is not compromised.
Mechanical Loading
Equipment should be mounted into a rack so that a hazardous condition does not
arise due to uneven mechanical loading.
Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the power
supply circuitry and the effect that any possible overloading of circuits might have
on overcurrent protection and power supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
Reliable Ground
A reliable ground must be maintained at all times. To ensure this, the rack
itself should be grounded. Particular attention should be given to power supply
connections other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of
power strips, etc.).

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2-4 Installing the System into a Rack
This section provides information on installing the SC818TS chassis into a rack unit
with the rails provided. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may
mean that the assembly procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the
installation instructions that came with the rack unit you are using.
Note: This rail will fit a rack between 26" and 33.5" deep.
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails
The chassis package includes two rack rail assemblies in the rack mounting kit.
Each assembly consists of two sections: an inner fixed chassis rail that secures
directly to the server chassis and an outer fixed rack rail that secures directly to
the rack itself.
Figure 2-1. Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails
Inner Rail
Extension:
attach to the
chassis
Outer Rails:
slide together,
then attach to
the front and rear
brackets
Inner Rail
(preattached to the
chassis)
Front and Rear
Brackets: attach
to the rack

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Figure 2-2. Installing the Inner Rails
Installing the Inner Rail Extensions
The SC818TS chassis includes a set of inner rack rails in two sections: inner rails
(A) and inner rail extensions (B). The inner rails are preattached and do not interfere
with normal use of the chassis if you decide not to install to a server rack. Attaching
the inner rail extensions to to the inner rails stabilizes the chassis within the rack.
Installing the Inner Rail Extensions
Place the inner rail extensions (B) over the preattached inner rails (A) which1. are attached to the side of the chassis. Align the hooks of the inner rail with
the rail extension holes. Make sure the extension faces "outward" just like the
inner rail.
Slide the extension toward the front of the chassis.2.
Secure the chassis with screws as illustrated.3.
Repeat steps 1-3 for the other inner rail extension.4.
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1
1
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Figure 2-3. Assembling the Outer Rails
Assembling the Outer Rails
Each outer rail is in two sections that must be assembled before mounting on to
the rack.
Assembling the Outer Rails
Identify the left and right outer rails by examining the ends, which bend1. outward.
Slide the front section of the outer rail (A), into the rear section of the outer2. rail (B).
Secure to the
front of the rack
Secure to the
rear of the rack
Slide outer rails
together
Outer rail assembled
Assembling the sections
of the outer rail
1
A
1
B