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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 A+ SERVER 2022G-URF.
Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians
only.
TheA+ SERVER 2022G-URF is a high-end server based on the SC825TQ-R720UB
2U rackmount chassis and the H8DGU-F dual processor serverboard.
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 H8DGU-F serverboard and
the SC825TQ-R720UB chassis.
Chapter 2: Server Installation
This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the A+ SERVER 2022G-URF
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
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 2022G-URF.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the H8DGU-F 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
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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC825TQ-R720UB server chassis.
You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing
or reconfiguring SAS/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

Notes
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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
UIO..................................................................................................................1-2
Serial ATA ....................................................................................................... 1-2
Onboard Controllers/Ports ..............................................................................1-2
Graphics Controller......................................................................................... 1-3
Other Features................................................................................................1-3
1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................1-3
System Power.................................................................................................1-3
Hard Drive Subsystem.................................................................................... 1-3
PCI Expansion Slots....................................................................................... 1-3
Front Control Panel.........................................................................................1-4
I/O Backplane.................................................................................................. 1-4
Cooling System...............................................................................................1-4
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
Choosing a Setup Location............................................................................. 2-1
Warnings and Precautions!........................................................................................ 2-2
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
Separating the Sections of the Rack Rails.....................................................2-4
Installing the Inner Rail Extension.................................................................. 2-4
Outer Rack Rails.............................................................................................2-6
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2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup.................................................................... 2-8
2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup...................................................................... 2-10
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
Power Fail.......................................................................................................3-2
Overheat/Fan Fail: ..........................................................................................3-2
NIC1................................................................................................................3-2
NIC2................................................................................................................3-2
HDD................................................................................................................. 3-3
Power..............................................................................................................3-3
3-4 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 ....................................................................................................... 5-1
5-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation................................................................5-2
When handling the processor, avoid placing direct pressure on the label area of the
fan. Also, do not place the serverboard on a conductive surface, which can damage
the BIOS battery and prevent the system from booting up....................................... 5-2
Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink .................................................................5-4
5-3 Connecting Cables..........................................................................................5-5
Connecting Data Cables................................................................................. 5-5
Connecting Power Cables ..............................................................................5-5
Connecting the Control Panel......................................................................... 5-5
5-4 I/O Ports..........................................................................................................5-6
5-5 Installing Memory............................................................................................5-7
Memory Support.............................................................................................. 5-7
DIMM Module Population Configuration .................................................... 5-8
5-6 Adding PCI Expansion Cards .........................................................................5-9
5-7 Serverboard Details ......................................................................................5-10
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H8DGU(-F) Quick Reference.........................................................................5-11
5-8 Connector Definitions ...................................................................................5-12
5-9 Jumper Settings............................................................................................ 5-18
Explanation of Jumpers ................................................................................ 5-18
5-10 Onboard Indicators........................................................................................ 5-20
5-11 SATA Drive Connections............................................................................... 5-21
5-12 Enabling SATA RAID..................................................................................... 5-22
Serial ATA (SATA)..........................................................................................5-22
Installing the OS/SATA Driver....................................................................... 5-22
Building a Driver Diskette......................................................................... 5-22
Enabling SATA RAID in the BIOS................................................................. 5-23
Using the Adaptec RAID Utility.....................................................................5-24
Installing the RAID Driver During OS Installation.........................................5-24
5-13 Installing Drivers............................................................................................ 5-25
Supero Doctor III...........................................................................................5-26
Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup
6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices..................................................................................6-1
Precautions ..................................................................................................... 6-1
Unpacking ....................................................................................................... 6-1
6-2 Control Panel ..................................................................................................6-2
6-3 System Fans................................................................................................... 6-3
System Fan Failure......................................................................................... 6-3
Replacing System Fans.................................................................................. 6-4
6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal....................................................................... 6-4
Accessing the Drive Bays............................................................................... 6-4
SAS/SATA Drive Installation............................................................................ 6-5
Hard Drive Backplane..................................................................................... 6-6
DVD-ROM Installation..................................................................................... 6-7
6-5 Power Supply..................................................................................................6-8
Power Supply Failure...................................................................................... 6-8
Removing/Replacing the Power Supply.......................................................... 6-8
Chapter 7 BIOS
7-1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 7-1
Starting the Setup Utility................................................................................. 7-1
7-2 Main Menu ......................................................................................................7-1
System Time/System Date ............................................................................. 7-2
7-3 Advanced Settings Menu................................................................................ 7-2
7-4 Security Menu............................................................................................... 7-13
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7-5 Boot Menu.....................................................................................................7-14
7-6 Exit Menu......................................................................................................7-15
Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix B Installing Windows
B-1 Installing the Windows OS for a RAID System ..............................................B-1
B-2 Installing the Windows OS for a Non-RAID System.......................................B-2
Appendix C System Specifications
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Notes

Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The A+ SERVER 2022G-URF is a high-end server comprised of two main
subsystems: the SC825TQ-R720UB 2U server chassis and the H8DGU-F dual
processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating
systems that have been certified for use with the system (www.supermicro.com).
In addition to the serverboard and chassis, various hardware components have
been included with the 2022G-URF, as listed below:
One (1) Slim SATA DVD kit (MCP-220-81502-0N)•
One (1) Slim DVD-ROM drive (DVM-TEAC-DVD-SBT or DVM-PNSC-DVD-•
SBT)
One (1) SATA to USB adapter for slim DVD-ROM drive (CDM-USATA-G)•
One (1) Internal USB cable for DVD-ROM drive (CBL-0341L)•
Two (2) 2U Passive CPU HS for AMD Socket G34 (SNK-P0043P)•
One (1) Air shroud (MCP-310-28001-0N)•
One (1) Riser card (RSC-R2UU-UA3E8+)•
SAS/SATA Accessories•
One (1) SAS/SATA backplane (BPN-SAS-825TQ)
Two (2) iPass to SATA cables (CBL-0188L)
Eight (8) Drive carriers (MCP-220-00001-01)
One (1) Rackmount kit (MCP-290-00053-0N)•
One CD containing drivers and utilities•
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1-2 Serverboard Features
At the heart of the A+ SERVER 2022G-URF lies the H8DGU-F, a dual processor
serverboard based on the AMD SR5670/SP5100 chipset. Below are the main
features of the H8DGU-F. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).
Processors
The H8DGU-F supports single or dual AMD Opteron 6100 Series processors in
Socket G34 type sockets. Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of
supported processors (www.supermicro.com).
Memory
The H8DGU-F has sixteen single/dual/tri/quad channel 240-pin DIMM sockets that
can support up to 256GB of DDR3-1333/1066/800MHz registered ECC SDRAM or
64 GB of DDR3-1333/1066/800 MHz unbuffered ECC/non-ECC SDRAM. Please
refer to Chapter 5 for installing memory.
UIO
The H8DGU-F is a specially-designed serverboard that features Supermicro's UIO
(Universal I/O) technology. UIO serverboards have a PCI Express x8 slot that can
support any one of several types of UIO card types to add SAS ports, additional
LAN ports, etc. to the serverboard. This allows the user to tailor the serverboard
to their own needs.
Note: the server does not come with a UIO card installed.
Serial ATA
An on-chip (SP5100) SATA controller is integrated into the H8DGU-F to provide
a six-port, 3 Gb/sec SATA subsystem, which is RAID 0, 1, and 10 supported. The
SATA drives are hot-swappable units.
Note: You must have RAID set up to enable the hot-swap capability of the SATA
drives. Documentation on RAID setup guidelines can be found on our web site.
Onboard Controllers/Ports
The color-coded I/O ports include two COM ports (one header and one port), a VGA
(monitor) port, Seven USB 2.0 ports (2x rear, 4x header, 1x type A), PS/2 mouse
and keyboard ports, two gigabit Ethernet ports and one dedicated IPMI LAN port.

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Graphics Controller
The H8DGU-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 onboard voltage
monitors, auto-switching voltage regulators, chassis and CPU overheat sensors,
virus protection and BIOS rescue.
1-3 Server Chassis Features
The 2022G-URF is built upon the SC825TQ-R720UB chassis. Details on the chassis
and on servicing procedures can be found in Chapter 6. The following is a general
outline of the main features of the chassis.
System Power
The SC825TQ-R720UB features a redundant 720W power supply consisting of
two power modules. The system does not need to be shut down when replacing or
removing a single power supply module.
Hard Drive Subsystem
The SC825TQ-R720UB chassis was designed to support eight hot-swap SATA or
SAS hard drives. (Requires UIO controller card - not included with system.)
Note: A SAS or SATA UIO card must be installed to support SAS or SATA
drives.
PCI Expansion Slots
A riser card (RSC-R2UU-UA3E8+) on the left side of the chassis can support a
AOC-PG-i2+ add-on card to provide two additional Gb LAN ports. Alternately, this
slot can instead support either a UIO card, one PCI-E x16 card, or four SAS/SATA
drives with an optional UIO SAS card. See our web site for details (http://www.
supermicro.com/products/nfo/UIO.cfm). See section 5-6 for further details.)

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Front Control Panel
The control panel on the A+ SERVER 2022G-URF provides you with system
monitoring and control. LEDs indicate system power, HDD activity, network activity,
system overheat and power supply failure. Amain power button and a system reset
button are also included. In addition, two USB ports have been incorporated into
the control panel to provide front side USB access.
I/O Backplane
The SC825TQ-R720UB is an ATX form factor chassis designed to be used in a 2U
rackmount configuration. The I/O backplane provides four standard-size add-on card
slots, one COM port, a VGA port, two USB 2.0 ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard
ports, a dedicated IPMI LAN port and two gigabit Ethernet ports.
Cooling System
The SC825TQ-R720UB chassis has an innovative cooling design that includes three
8-cm hot-plug system cooling fans located in the middle section of the chassis. An
air shroud channels the airflow from the system fans to efficiently cool the processor
area of the system. The power supply module also includes a cooling fan.

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Figure 1-1. AMD SR5670/SP5100 Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
AMD
Socket G34
CPU2
DIMM A0
DIMM A1
DIMM A1
DIMM A0
HT3 Link
(8+8)x(8+8)-6.4GT/s
16x16-5.2GT/s
HT3 Link
HT3 Link
8x8-3.2GT/s
DIMM B0
DIMM B1
DIMM C0
DIMM C1
DIMM D0
DIMM D1
DIMM B0
DIMM B1
DIMM C0
DIMM C1
DIMM D0
DIMM D1
MUX
SATA x6
PCI-E GEN2 x16
Slot1
PCI-E GEN2 X4
INTEL
KAWELA
RJ45
A-Link
SP5100
BMC
VGA
WPCM450-R
PCI
LPC
SMBus
SIO
W83527
HWM
W83795G
SPI Flash
KB/MS
RMII
DDR2 SDRAM
64Mb X16bit
PSU I2C
IPMB
FE PHY
RTL8201N
VGA
RJ45 7xUSB
Clock Gen
TPM (/OPT)
RJ45
PCI-E GEN2 x8 (in x4)
Slot3
COM2
COM1
SR5670
HT3 Link
8x8-3.2GT/s
AMD
Socket G34
CPU1

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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
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Tel: [phone]
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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], ext.132 or 139

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Chapter 2
Server Installation
2-1 Overview
This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your A+ SERVER 2022G-URF
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 A+ SERVER 2022G-URF 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 A+ SERVER
2022G-URF. 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 A+ SERVER 2022G-URF 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.

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This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated•
equipment rooms, service closets and the like).
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.
!
!
Warnings and Precautions!
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.
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 any hot plug drives and power supply modules to cool before touching•
them.
Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers•
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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.).