Supero SuperWorkstation 7044A-32 User manual

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SUPERWORKSTATION 7044A-32
USER’S MANUAL
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Preface
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 SuperWorkstation 7044A-
32. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians
only.
The SuperWorkstation 7044A-32 is a high-end, dual processor workstation based on
the SC743T-645 4U tower/rackmount chassis and the X6DA3-G2, a dual processor
serverboard that supports single or dual Intel®XeonTM processors at a Front Side
(System) Bus speed of 800 MHz.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1: Introduction
The first chapter provides a checklist of the main components included with the serv-
er system and describes the main features of the SUPER X6DA3-G2 serverboard
and the SC743T-645 chassis, which comprise the SuperWorkstation 7044A-32.
Chapter 2: Server Installation
This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the system into a rack and
check out the server configuration prior to powering up the system. If your server
was ordered without processor and memory components, this chapter will refer you
to the appropriate sections of the manual for their installation.
Chapter 3: System Interface
Refer here 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
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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
SuperWorkstation 7044A-32.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X6DA3-G2 serverboard, including the
locations and functions of connections, 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 SC743T-645 server chassis.
You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing
or reconfiguring SAS 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 Codes
Appendix B: Software Installation
Appendix C: System Specifications

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Table of Contents
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 ................................................................................ 1-3
1-4 Contacting Supermicro ................................................................................... 1-6
Chapter 2: Server Installation
2-1 Overview .......................................................................................................... 2-1
2-2 Unpacking the System ................................................................................... 2-1
2-3 Preparing for Setup ......................................................................................... 2-1
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 ........................................................................ 2-9
Chapter 3: System Interface
3-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 3-1
3-2 Control Panel Buttons .................................................................................... 3-1
Power ...................................................................................................... 3-1
Reset ....................................................................................................... 3-1
3-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................ 3-2
Power ....................................................................................................... 3-2
HDD .......................................................................................................... 3-2
NIC1 ......................................................................................................... 3-2
NIC2 ......................................................................................................... 3-2
Overheat ................................................................................................. 3-2
Power Fail ............................................................................................... 3-3
3-4 SAS/SATA Drive LEDs..................................................................................... 3-3
Chapter 4: System Safety
4-1 Electrical Safety Precautions............................................................................ 4-1
4-2 General Safety Precautions.............................................................................. 4-2
4-3 ESD Safety Precautions .................................................................................. 4-3
4-4 Operating Precautions ..................................................................................... 4-4
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Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
5-1 Handling the Serverboard................................................................................ 5-1
5-2 PGA 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............................................................................................ 5-9
5-7 Serverboard Details ........................................................................................ 5-9
X6DA3-G2 Layout ................................................................................... 5-10
X6DA3-G2 Quick Reference ................................................................... 5-11
5-8 Connector Definitions .................................................................................... 5-12
ATX Power Connector .......................................................................... 5-12
Processor Power Connector ................................................................... 5-12
NMI Button ............................................................................................ 5-12
Power LED .............................................................................................. 5-13
HDD LED .............................................................................................. 5-13
NIC LEDs .............................................................................................. 5-13
Overheat/Fan Fail LED (OH) ................................................................. 5-13
Power Fail LED ...................................................................................... 5-13
Reset Button ......................................................................................... 5-14
Power Button ........................................................................................ 5-14
Chassis Intrusion..................................................................................... 5-14
Fan Headers............................................................................................ 5-14
Universal Serial Bus (USB0/1)................................................................ 5-14
Serial Ports.............................................................................................. 5-15
GLAN1/2 (Ethernet Ports) ...................................................................... 5-15
ATX PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Ports.................................................... 5-15
Power LED/Speaker................................................................................ 5-16
Wake-On-Ring ......................................................................................... 5-16
Wake-On-LAN ........................................................................................ 5-16
Keylock ................................................................................................... 5-16
Power Fault ............................................................................................. 5-17
Alarm Reset............................................................................................. 5-17
SMB......................................................................................................... 5-17
SAS SMB (Power) Connector................................................................. 5-17
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Power SMB (I2C) Connector ................................................................... 5-18
AC97 Audio and Audio Enable .............................................................. 5-18
CD Connectors ....................................................................................... 5-18
SAS Activity LED Header ....................................................................... 5-18
5-9 Jumper Settings............................................................................................. 5-19
Explanation of Jumpers........................................................................... 5-19
CMOS Clear ............................................................................................ 5-19
GLAN Enable/Disable ............................................................................ 5-20
SAS Controller Enable/Disable ............................................................... 5-20
Audio Enable/Disable .............................................................................. 5-20
3rd Power Supply Power Fault ............................................................... 5-20
Watch Dog Enable/Disable ..................................................................... 5-21
Power Force On Enable/Disable............................................................. 5-21
5-10 Onboard Indicators ........................................................................................ 5-22
GLAN1/GLAN2 LEDs .............................................................................. 5-22
SAS Activity LEDs .................................................................................. 5-22
5-11 Parallel Port, Floppy/Hard Disk Drive and SAS Connections ....................... 5-23
Parallel Port Connector ........................................................................... 5-23
Floppy Connector .................................................................................... 5-24
IDE Connectors ....................................................................................... 5-24
SAS Connectors...................................................................................... 5-25
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices .................................................................................. 6-1
6-2 Front Control Panel ......................................................................................... 6-3
6-3 System Fans.................................................................................................... 6-4
Fan Failure ................................................................................................ 6-4
Replacing System Fans ............................................................................ 6-4
Removing the Air Shroud ......................................................................... 6-4
6-4 Drive Bay Installation....................................................................................... 6-6
SAS/SATA Drives ...................................................................................... 6-6
Installing Components in the 5.25" Drive Bays ........................................ 6-8
6-5 Power Supply................................................................................................... 6-9
Power Supply Failure ................................................................................ 6-9
Replacing the Power Supply..................................................................... 6-9
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 ......................................................................................................... 7-19
7-6 Boot .............................................................................................................. 7-21
7-7 Exit ................................................................................................................ 7-22
Appendices:
Appendix A: BIOS POST Codes ............................................................................... A-1
Appendix B: Software Installation ............................................................................. B-1
Appendix C: System Specifications ......................................................................... C-1

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Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The Supermicro SuperWorkstation 7044A-32 is a high-end dual processor work-
station that can be utilized either in a tower or in a rackmount configuration. The
7044A-32 is comprised of two main subsystems: the SC743T-645 chassis and
the X6DA3-G2 dual XeonTM processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site
for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with your
workstation.
In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have
been included with the SuperWorkstation, as listed below:
 One (1) 3.5" floppy drive [FPD-PNSC-02(1)]
 Four (4) hot-swap 8-cm chassis PWM fans (FAN-0074)
 One (1) air shroud (CSE-PT54)
 Two (2) 5.25" dummy drive trays [CSE-PT36(B)]
 One (1) front control panel cable (CBL-0087)
 One (1) I/O shield (CSE-PT57)
 SAS Accessories
One (1) SAS/SATA backplane (CSE-SATA-743)
Two (2) SAS cables (CBL-0119)
Eight (8) drive carriers [CSE-PT17(B)]
 Optional: Two (2) Xeon passive heatsinks (SNK-P0010)
One (1) rackmount kit [CSE-PT26(B)]
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1-2 Serverboard Features
At the heart of the 7044A-32 lies the X6DA3-G2, a dual processor serverboard
based on Intel's E7525 chipset and designed to provide maximum performance.
Below are the main features of the X6DA3-G2. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram
of the E7525 chipset).
Processors
The X6DA3-G2 supports single or dual 604-pin Intel Xeon processors at a FSB
speed of 800 MHz. Please refer to the serverboard description pages on our web
site for a complete listing of supported processors (http://www.supermicro.com).
Memory
The X6DA3-G2 has eight 240-pin DIMM slots that can support up to 16 GB of regis-
tered ECC DDR2-400 (PC3200) SDRAM. The memory is an interleaved configura-
tion, which requires modules of the same size and speed to be installed in pairs.
SAS/SATA
A Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) / Serial ATA (SATA) subsystem is provided with an
Adaptec AIC-9410W controller, which supports up to eight SAS/SATA drives.
PCI Expansion Slots
The X6DA3-G2 has six PCI expansion slots, which includes one x16 PCI-Express
slot, one x4 PCI-Express slot (using a x16 slot), one 133 MHz PCI-X slot, two 100
MHz PCI-X slots and one 32-bit 33MHz PCI slot. One PCI-X slot (slot #1) accepts
a ZCR (Zero Channel Raid) card.
Onboard Controllers/Ports
One floppy drive controller and two onboard ATA/100 controllers are provided to
support up to four hard drives or ATAPI devices. The color-coded I/O ports include
two COM ports, a parallel port, four USB 2.0 ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports
and Line-In, Line-Out and Mic jacks. Two front side USB ports are also included on
the front of the chassis. The X6DA3-G2 has two gigabit Ethernet ports.

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Other Features
Other onboard features that promote system health include onboard voltage moni-
tors, a chassis intrusion header, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU
overheat sensors, virus protection and BIOS rescue.
1-3 Server Chassis Features
The SuperWorkstation 7044A-32 is a scaleable system designed with today's most
state-of-the-art features. The following is a general outline of the main features of
the SC743T-645 chassis.
System Power
The 7044A-32 features a single 645W power supply. This power supply unit has
been designed to operate at a low noise level to make it ideal for use in a worksta-
tion environment.
SAS/SATA Subsystem
The SAS/SATA subsystem supports up to eight SAS or SATA hard drives. (Any
standard 3.5" drives are supported.) The drives are hot-swappable units. A RAID
controller card can be used to provide data security.
Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-
swap capability of the drives.
Front Control Panel
The control panel on the SuperWorkstation 7044A-32 provides you with system
monitoring and control. LEDs indicate system power, HDD activity, network activity
and overheat condition. A main power button and a system reset button are also
included.
Note: the power supply fail LED is intended for use with redundant power supply
systems and so is not needed for the 7044A-32.

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I/O Backplane
The SC743T-645 is an ATX form factor chassis that can be used as a tower or
mounted in a 4U rackmount configuration. The I/O backplane provides six expan-
sion slots, two COM ports, four USB 2.0 ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports,
two gigabit Ethernet ports and Line-In, Line-Out and Microphone jacks (see Figure
5-3).
Cooling System
The SC743T-645 chassis has an innovative cooling design that includes four 8-cm
hot-plug PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) system cooling fans located in the middle
of the chassis. The chassis fans work with an air shroud to cool the areas where
the most heat is generated.

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Figure 1-1. Intel E7525 Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
VRM
CL
OCK
ADDR
CTRL
DATA
ADDR
CTRL
DATA
HUB
A
B
PCI EXP. A
1PCI - X
SLOT
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G - Bit L AN
SLOT
J13
PCI-X BUS( 100MH Z )
J14
1 PCI - EXP
SLOT
J17
PC I EXP.B,C ( X16)
J15
1 PCI - EXP
SLOT
IDE
PRI / SEC
X8X4
X4
0, 1
SATA
SATA
LPCBUS
USB
USB PORTS
0, 1, 2, 3,
BMC CON. FWH
LPC I /O
PARALLEL
MS F DD. SER. 1
SER. 2
KB./
4 DDRII
4 DDRII
DDR II 400
SAS
9410W
PC I BUS(32-BIT)
PCI 32 BIT
SLOT
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J19
1PCI - X
SLOT
J12
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MON I T OR
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E7525
DDR II 400

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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, 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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Server Installation
2-1 Overview
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperWorkstation 7044A-
32 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 prein-
stalled. 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.
The SuperWorkstation 7044A-32 may be employed either as a tower or rack-
mounted as a 4U chassis. If using it in a tower configuration, please read Server
Precautions in the next section and then skip ahead to Section 2-5.
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 SuperWorkstation 7044A-32. 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 system was shipped in may include two sets of rail assemblies, two
rail mounting brackets and mounting screws needed for installing the system into a
rack (optional kit). 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.

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Choosing a Setup Location
- Leave enough clearance in front of the system to enable you to open the front
door completely (~25 inches).
- Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the system to allow for
sufficient airflow and ease in servicing.
- This product is for installation in a Restricted Access Location only (dedicated
equipment rooms, service closets, etc.)
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 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 hot plug SATA/SAS drives and power supply units to cool before touching
them.
- Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers
closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.
- Note that the handles on the SC743 chassis are designed to help slide the system
in and out of a rack and not for carrying the unit.
!!
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
This section provides information on installing the system into a rack unit. Rack
installation requires the use of the optional rackmount kit [CSE-PT26(B)]. If the
system has already been mounted into a rack or if you are using it as a tower, you
can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6. There are a variety of rack units on the
market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. The following
is a guideline for installing the workstation into a rack with the rack rails provided
in the rackmount kit. You should also refer to the installation instructions that came
with the rack unit you are using.
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails:
The optional rackmount kit (CSE-PT26 or CSE-PT26B - black) includes two rack
rail assemblies. Each of these assemblies consist of three sections: an inner fixed
chassis rail that secures to the chassis, an outer rack rail that secures directly to
the rack itself and two rail brackets, which also attack to the rack (see Figure 2-1.)
The inner and outer rails must be detached from each other to install.
To remove the inner chassis rail, pull it out as far as possible - you should hear a
"click" sound as a locking tab emerges from inside the rail assembly and locks the
inner rail. Depress the locking tab to pull the inner rail completely out. Do this for
both assemblies (one for each side).
Figure 2-1. Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails
Inner rail
Outer rail
Rail brackets