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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 SuperServer 6015V-MR/
6015V-MRLP. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced
technicians only.
The SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP is a dual processor 1U rackmount server
based on the SC512F-520/SC512F-280 server chassis and the Super X7DVL-E
serverboard. The X7DVL-E supports dual Intel®Xeon®5100/5000 series proces-
sors. Please refer to our web site for updates on supported processors.
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 X7DVL-E serverboard
and the SC512F-520/SC512F-280 chassis.
Chapter 2: Server Installation
This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 6015V-
MR/6015V-MRLP into a rack and check out the server configuration prior to power-
ing 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.
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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
SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X7DVL-E 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.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC512F-520/SC512F-280 1U
rackmount server chassis. You should follow the procedures given in this chapter
when installing, removing or reconfiguring Serial ATA 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 informa-
tion on running the CMOS Setup Utility.
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes
Appendix C: Software Installation
Appendix D: System Specifications

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Preface
About This Manual ...................................................................................................... iii
Manual Organization ................................................................................................... iii
Chapter 1: Introduction
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1
1-2 Serverboard Features ..................................................................................... 1-2
1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................ 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 .................................................................... 2-2
Rack Precautions .................................................................................... 2-2
Server Precautions ................................................................................. 2-2
Rack Mounting Considerations ................................................................. 2-3
2-4 Installing the System into a Rack ................................................................... 2-4
2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup ................................................................... 2-8
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
Overheat/Fan Fail .................................................................................. 3-2
NIC2 ........................................................................................................ 3-2
NIC1 ........................................................................................................ 3-2
HDD ........................................................................................................ 3-2
Power ...................................................................................................... 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
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4-4 Operating Precautions .................................................................................... 4-4
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
5-1 Handling the Serverboard................................................................................ 5-1
5-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation ................................................................ 5-2
5-3 Connecting Cables .......................................................................................... 5-5
Connecting Data Cables ........................................................................... 5-5
Connecting Power Cables......................................................................... 5-5
Connecting the Control Panel ................................................................... 5-6
5-4 I/O Ports........................................................................................................... 5-7
5-5 Installing Memory............................................................................................. 5-7
5-6 Adding PCI Cards............................................................................................ 5-8
5-7 Serverboard Details ......................................................................................... 5-9
X7DVL-E Layout........................................................................................ 5-9
X7DVL-E Quick Reference ..................................................................... 5-10
5-8 Connector Definitions .................................................................................... 5-11
ATX Power Connector .......................................................................... 5-11
Processor Power Connector ................................................................... 5-11
NMI Button .............................................................................................. 5-11
Power LED .............................................................................................. 5-11
HDD LED................................................................................................. 5-12
NIC1 LED ................................................................................................ 5-12
NIC2 LED ................................................................................................. 5-12
Overheat/Fan Fail LED ........................................................................... 5-12
Power Fail LED ....................................................................................... 5-12
Reset Button .......................................................................................... 5-13
Power Button ........................................................................................ 5-13
Universal Serial Bus (USB0/1)................................................................ 5-13
Chassis Intrusion..................................................................................... 5-13
Serial Ports ............................................................................................. 5-14
Fan Headers............................................................................................ 5-14
LAN1/2 (Ethernet Ports) ......................................................................... 5-14
ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports ......................................... 5-14
Extra USB Headers ................................................................................. 5-15
Alarm Reset ........................................................................................... 5-15
SGPIO .................................................................................................... 5-15
Wake-On-LAN ......................................................................................... 5-16
Wake-On-Ring ......................................................................................... 5-16
Power SMB Connector ........................................................................... 5-16
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SMB ........................................................................................................ 5-16
5-9 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................ 5-17
Explanation of Jumpers ......................................................................... 5-17
CMOS Clear ........................................................................................... 5-17
VGA Enable/Disable ............................................................................... 5-17
LAN1/2 Enable/Disable .......................................................................... 5-18
PCI Slots to SMB ................................................................................... 5-18
Power Force On Enable/Disable ........................................................... 5-18
Power Supply Failure Detect .................................................................. 5-18
Watch Dog Enable/Disable ..................................................................... 5-19
Power LED/Speaker ............................................................................... 5-19
5-10 Onboard Indicators ....................................................................................... 5-19
LAN1/LAN2 LEDs .................................................................................. 5-19
Onboard Power LED .............................................................................. 5-20
POST Code LED Indicators ................................................................... 5-20
System Status LED ................................................................................ 5-20
5-11 Parallel Port, Floppy, IDE and SATA Drive Connections ............................. 5-21
Parallel Port ............................................................................................ 5-21
Floppy Connector ................................................................................... 5-22
IDE Connectors ...................................................................................... 5-23
SATA Ports ............................................................................................. 5-23
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices ................................................................................. 6-1
6-2 Control Panel .................................................................................................. 6-2
6-3 System Fans ................................................................................................... 6-3
System Fan Failure .................................................................................. 6-3
Replacing System Fans ........................................................................... 6-3
6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal ...................................................................... 6-4
Accessing the Drive Bays ........................................................................ 6-4
Serial ATA Drive Installation ..................................................................... 6-4
DVD-ROM Installation .............................................................................. 6-5
6-5 Power Supply................................................................................................... 6-7
Power Supply Failure ................................................................................ 6-7
Replacing the Power Supply..................................................................... 6-7
Chapter 7: BIOS
7-1 Introduction ...................................................................................................... 7-1
7-2 Running Setup ................................................................................................. 7-2
7-3 Main BIOS Setup ............................................................................................ 7-2
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7-4 Advanced Setup ............................................................................................. 7-7
7-5 Security Settings ........................................................................................... 7-24
7-6 Boot Settings ................................................................................................ 7-25
7-6 Exit ................................................................................................................ 7-26
Appendices:
Appendix A: BIOS POST Messages ......................................................................... A-1
Appendix B: BIOS POST Codes............................................................................... B-1
Appendix C: Software Installation ............................................................................ C-1
Appendix D: System Specifications ......................................................................... D-1
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Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The Supermicro SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP is a dual processor, 1U rack-
mount server designed for optimized space efficiency. The 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP
is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC512F-520/SC512F-280 1U chassis
and the X7DVL-E serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on op-
erating systems that have been certified for use with the 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP.
In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components may have
been included with the 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP, as listed below.
 Three (3) 4-cm counter-rotating fans, 6015V-MR only (FAN-0087)
 Two (2) 4-cm counter-rotating fans, 6015V-MRLP only (FAN-0087)
 One (1) slim DVD-ROM drive (DVM-PNSC-824(B))
 One (1) air shroud, 6015V-MR only (MCP-310-0007-01)
 One (1) air shroud 6015V-MRLP only (MCP-310-00012-01)
 Serial ATA (SATA) Accessories:
One (1) SATA cable (CBL-0061)
Two (2) SATA drive carriers (CSE-PT10 (B))
 One (1) 64-bit PCI-X slot riser card (CSE-RR1U-X)
 One (1) CD containing drivers and utilities
 SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP User's Manual
Optional:
 Rackmount hardware with screws (MCP-290-00004-03):
Two (2) rack rail assemblies
Six (6) brackets for mounting the rack rails in a rack/telco rack
Note: "B" indicates black.
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1-2 Serverboard Features
At the heart of the SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP lies the X7DVL-E, a dual
processor serverboard based upon Intel's 5000V chipset. Below are the main
features of the X7DVL-E.
Processor
The X7DVL-E has two LGA 771-pin sockets to support two Dual-Core Intel Xeon
5100/5000 series processors. Please refer to the support section of our web site for
a complete listing of supported processors (http://www.supermicro.com/support/).
Memory
The X7DVL-E has six (6) 240-pin DIMM sockets that can support up to 16 GB
of ECC FBD (Fully Buffered DIMM) DDR2-667/533 SDRAM. The X7DVL-E's
dual-channel memory bus requires modules to be populated in pairs. All memory
modules must be the same size and speed.
Serial ATA
A Serial ATA controller is incorporated into the ESB2 (South Bridge) portion of the
5000V chipset. One internal SATA hard drive is supported in the 6015V-MR/6015V-
MRLP.
PCI Expansion Slots
The X7DVL-E has one x8 PCI-Express slot, one x4 PCI-Express x4 slot, two 64-bit
133/100 MHz PCI-X slots and two 32-bit PCI slots. One riser card is included with
the system to support a single add-on card in a 64-bit 133/100 MHz PCI slot (see
Chapter 5 for details).
Ethernet Ports
An Ethernet controller is integrated into the ESB2 to support two Gigabit LAN
(Ethernet) ports.
Onboard Controllers/Ports
An onboard IDE controller supports one floppy drive and up to four Ultra ATA 100
hard drives or ATAPI devices. Onboard I/O backpanel ports include one COM port,

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two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports, a graphics (monitor) port and two
Gigabit LAN (NIC) ports.
Other Features
Other onboard features that promote system health include voltage monitors, a
chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU
overheat sensors, virus protection and BIOS rescue.
Figure 1-1 . Intel 5000V Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
USB 2.0
3Gb/S
KUMERAN
PORTS PORT
PORT PORT
PORT
PORT
#0
MCH
(BLACKFORD-VS)
PROCESSOR#2
ESB2
PCI-33MHz
GILGAL
GB LAN FWH
RJ45
RJ45
LPC
COM2
COM1
SIO
W83627
FDD
PCI-Ex4
PCI-X 133
PARALLEL
PORT
IDE
ATA 100
KB
MS
VRM
ISL6306
#2,3
#4 #3
#1,2
#0
VRM
ISL6306
PROCESSOR#1
1067/1333MT/S
1067/1333MT/S
PCI-X SLOT
J12
#6
#2
#2
PCI-Ex8
PCI-X SLOT
J13
#5
J10
#3
PCI-EXP_X8_SLOT
J9
#4
PCI-EXP_X4_IN_X8 SLOT
PCI32_SLOT
J6
#1
HF
USB
#0
#1
#2
#3
#4
PCIE X8
PCIE X4
FBD CHNL0
FBD CHNL1
#1 #1
#0
#0
FBD DIMM
FBD DIMM
SATA
#0
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
#5
PCI32_SLOT
J11
#2
VGA
ES1000
VGA
CONN
SIMLC IPMI
(5000V)

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1-3 Server Chassis Features
The SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP is built on the SC512F-520/SC512F-280
1U rackmount server chassis. The following is a general outline of the main features
of the SC512F-520/SC512F-280 chassis.
System Power
When configured as the SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP, the SC512F-520/
SC512F-280 chassis features a single power supply.
Serial ATA Subsystem
The SC512F-520 (6015V-MR) chassis is designed to support one internal Serial
ATA hard drive and the SC512F-280 (6015V-MRLP) chassis is designed to support
two internal Serial ATA hard drives. The internal Serial ATA drives are not hot-swap-
pable.
Control Panel
The SC512F-520/SC512F-280's control panel provides important system monitoring
and control information. LEDs indicate power on, network activity, hard disk drive
activity, overheat warning and fan failure. The control panel also includes a main
power button and a reset button.
Rear I/O Panel
The rear I/O panel on the SC512F-520/SC512F-280 provides one PCI expansion
card slot, one COM port (another is internal), two USB ports, PS/2 mouse and
keyboard ports, a VGA (graphics) port and two Gb Ethernet ports. (See Chapter
6 for diagram.)
Cooling System
The SC512F-520/SC512F-280 chassis has an innovative cooling design that fea-
tures an air shroud and 4-cm counter-rotating fans with user-defined fan speed
control. The SC512F-520 (6015V-MR) has three and the SC512F-280 (6015V-
MRLP) has two of these counter-rotating fans. (Fan speed may be defined with
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1-4 Contacting Supermicro
Headquarters
Address: SuperMicro 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: SuperMicro 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: SuperMicro, Taiwan
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], ext.132 or 139

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Chapter 2: Server Installation
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Chapter 2
Server Installation
2-1 Overview
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 6015V-MR/
6015V-MRLP up and running. Following the steps in the order given should enable
you to have the system operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick
setup assumes that your 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP system has come to you with the
processor and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated
with a serverboard, processor, 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 SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP 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 SuperServer
6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP. 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 SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP does not ship with a rack rail hardware
package as the system can be rack mounted without the use of rails. An optional
rack rail package is available if you wish to order from Supermicro. Follow the steps
in the order given to complete the installation process in a minimal amount of time.
Please read this section in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure
outlined in the sections that follow.

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Choosing a Setup Location
- Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front
door completely (~25 inches).
- Leave 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).
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 a 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 simul-
taneously may cause the rack to become unstable.
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 power supply units and hot plug Serial ATA drive 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.
!!
Warnings and Precautions!

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Rack Mounting Considerations
Ambient Operating Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating tempera-
ture 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 tempera-
ture (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 connec-
tions other than the direct connections to the branch circuit (i.e. the use of power
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2-4 Installing the System into a Rack
(Rack hardware optional)
This section provides information on installing the SuperServer 6015V-MR/6015V-
MRLP into a rack unit. If the system has already been mounted into a rack, you
can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6.
Basic Installation Procedure
The 6015V-MR/6015V-MRLP server comes with two rack mounting brackets, which
are located on each side at the front of the chassis. To mount the system into a
rack, simply screw these brackets directly to the front of the rack (two screws for
each bracket). As Figure 2-1 shows, the brackets can be located at the front of
the chassis (left figure) or moved approximately one-third to the rear of the chassis
(right figure).
Figure 2-1. Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails