Supero SUPERSERVER 5017C-LF User manual

SUPERSERVER 5017C-LF
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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 SuperServer 5017C-LF. In-
stallation and maintenance should be performed by experienced technicians only.
The SuperServer 5017C-LF is a high-end server based on the SC510L-200B 1U
rackmount chassis and the Super X9SCL-F single 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 X9SCL-F serverboard and
the SC510L-200B chassis, which comprise the SuperServer 5017C-LF.
Chapter 2: Server Installation
This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 5017C-LF
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
SuperServer 5017C-LF.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9SCL-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
serverboard.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup
Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC510L-200B server chassis.
You should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing
or reconfiguring hard drives and when replacing the system power supply module
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 Error Beep Codes
Appendix B: System Specifications

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1-1 Overview .........................................................................................................1-1
1-2 Motherboard Features.....................................................................................1-2
Processors ......................................................................................................1-2
Memory ...........................................................................................................1-2
Serial ATA........................................................................................................1-2
I/O Ports..........................................................................................................1-2
Graphics Controller......................................................................................... 1-2
1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................1-3
Drive Bays....................................................................................................... 1-3
Control Panel .................................................................................................. 1-3
Rear I/O Panel................................................................................................ 1-3
Cooling System............................................................................................... 1-3
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
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
Basic Installation Procedure ...........................................................................2-4
2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup.................................................................... 2-6
2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup........................................................................ 2-7
Chapter 3 System Interface
3-1 Overview .........................................................................................................3-1
3-2 Control Panel Buttons..................................................................................... 3-1
Reset...............................................................................................................3-1
Power..............................................................................................................3-1
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3-3 Control Panel LEDs ........................................................................................3-2
Overheat/Fan Fail ...........................................................................................3-2
NIC2................................................................................................................3-2
NIC1................................................................................................................3-2
HDD................................................................................................................. 3-3
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
4-4 Operating Precautions .................................................................................... 4-4
Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup
5-1 Handling the Motherboard ..............................................................................5-1
Precautions .....................................................................................................5-1
Unpacking .......................................................................................................5-1
5-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation................................................................5-2
Installing the LGA1155 Processor .................................................................5-2
Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink .................................................................5-4
Removing the Heatsink...................................................................................5-4
5-3 Connecting Cables.......................................................................................... 5-6
Connecting Data Cables.................................................................................5-6
Connecting Power Cables .............................................................................. 5-6
Connecting the Control Panel......................................................................... 5-6
5-4 I/O Ports..........................................................................................................5-7
5-5 Installing Memory............................................................................................ 5-8
5-6 Adding PCI Cards......................................................................................... 5-10
5-7 Motherboard Details.......................................................................................5-11
5-8 Connector Definitions ...................................................................................5-13
5-9 Jumper Settings............................................................................................ 5-19
5-10 Onboard Indicators........................................................................................5-21
5-11 SATA Drive Connections............................................................................... 5-22
5-12 Installing Drivers............................................................................................ 5-23
Supero Doctor III........................................................................................... 5-24
Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup
6-1 Static-Sensitive Devices..................................................................................6-1
Precautions .....................................................................................................6-1
6-2 Control Panel .................................................................................................. 6-2
6-3 System Fans................................................................................................... 6-3

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System Fan Failure.........................................................................................6-3
6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal....................................................................... 6-4
6-5 Air Shroud.......................................................................................................6-6
6-6 Power Supply.................................................................................................. 6-7
Chapter 7 BIOS
7-1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 7-1
7-2 Main Setup...................................................................................................... 7-2
7-3 Advanced Setup Configurations......................................................................7-4
7-4 Event Logs....................................................................................................7-15
7-5 IPMI Configuration (X9SCL-F/X9SCM-F Only).............................................7-16
7-6 Boot Settings .................................................................................................7-18
7-7 Security Settings........................................................................................... 7-19
7-8 Exit Options................................................................................................... 7-20
Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes
Appendix B System Specifications
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Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The SuperServer 5017C-LF is a high-end server comprised of two main subsystems:
the SC510L-200B 1U server chassis and the X9SCL-F single processor mother-
board. 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 motherboard and chassis, various hardware components have
been included with the 5017C-LF, as listed below:
 One passive CPU heatsink (SNK-P0046P)
 Two 4-cm fans (FAN-0106L4)
 Riser Cards: (see Section 5-6 for details)
One CSE-RR1U-E8 for one PCI-E 2.0 x8 card
 One CD containing drivers and utilities
 SuperServer 5017C-LF User's Manual
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1-2 Motherboard Features
At the heart of the SuperServer 5017C-LF lies the X9SCL-F, a single processor
motherboard based on Intel's C202 chipset. Below are the main features of the
X9SCL-F (see Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).
Processors
The X9SCL-F supports a single single Intel®Xeon®E3-1200 Series processor
or a CoreTM i3-2100 Series processor in an LGA1155 socket. Please refer to the
motherboard description pages on our web site for a complete listing of supported
processors.
Note: The 5017C-LF only supports processors up to 45W TDP.
Memory
The X9SCL-F has four DIMM sockets that can support up to 32 GB of unbuffered
DDR3-1333/1066 memory. Please refer to Chapter 5 for installing memory.
Serial ATA
An on-chip SATA controller is integrated into the X9SCL-F to provide a six-port, 3
Gb/sec Serial ATA subsystem, which is RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 supported (RAID 5
supported with Windows OS only). The SATA drives are hot-swappable units. Note:
The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hot-swap
capability and RAID function of the SATA drives. Documentation on RAID setup
guidelines can be found on our web site.
I/O Ports
The color-coded I/O ports include one COM port, a VGA(monitor) port, two USB 2.0
ports, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two gigabit Ethernet ports. A dedicated
IPMI LAN port is also included.
Graphics Controller
The X9SCL-F features an integrated ATI video controller based on the Matrox
G200eW graphics chip, which has 16 MB of DDR2 memory.

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1-3 Server Chassis Features
The SuperServer 5017C-LF is built on the SC510L-200B, a small forn factor 1U
rackmount server chassis. The following is a general outline of the main features
of the SC510L-200B chassis.
System Power
When configured as the SuperServer 5017C-LF, the SC510L-200B chassis features
a single 200W power supply.
Drive Bays
The SC510L-200B chassis is designed to support one 3.5" internal hard drive or up
to four 2.5" internal hard drives. The internal drives are not hot-swappable.
Control Panel
The SC510L-200B's control panel provides important system monitoring and con-
trol information. LEDs indicate power on, network activity, hard disk drive activity
and system overheat. The control panel also includes a main power button and a
reset button.
Rear I/O Panel
The rear I/O panel on the chassis 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.
Cooling System
The SC510L-200B chassis has an innovative cooling design that features an air
shroud and two 4-cm counter-rotating fans with user-defined fan speed control. (Fan
speed may be defined with a BIOS setting.)

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Figure 1-1. Intel C202 Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
Cougar Point
DDR3 (CHA)
LGA 1155 Socket
CPU
PCIe2.0_x8
VRM 12
SVID
LPC I/O
NCT6776F
PCIe x8 Slot
RJ45
RJ45
DDR3 (CHB)
DIMM1
DIMM2(Far)
DIMM1
DIMM2(Far)
4 UDIMM
MISC VRs
1333/1066MHz
1333/1066MHz
5.0Gb
x4 DMI II
5.0Gb
5.0Gbps
PCIe_x4
PCIe x8 Slot
6 SATA Ports
SATA-II
300MB/s
9 USB Ports
USB2.0
480Mbps
Flash
SPI 32Mb
SPI
PCIe_x1
2.5Gbps
GLAN1
82574L
CK505
Rev1.0
CLOCK
COM1,2
P/S2
LPC
HEALTH
INFO
LPC
TPM1.2 Header
LPC
PCIe_x1
2.5Gbps
GLAN2
82579
RMII
VGA
Port
RTL8201
PHY
Hermon WPCM450
Winbond BMC
PCI32
RJ45
PCIe2.0_x8
PCIe x8 Slot
5.0Gb
PCH
(Slot 7)
(Slot 6)
(Slot 4)

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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], ext.132 or 139

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Notes

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 5017C-LF
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 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 server 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 SuperServer 5017C-LF 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) 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).
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.

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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.
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
strips, etc.).

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2-4 Installing the System into a Rack
This section provides information on installing the SC510 chassis into a rack unit
There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly
procedure will differ slightly. You should also refer to the installation instructions that
came with the rack unit you are using.
Note: the server may be installed as is - rack hardware is optional.
Basic Installation Procedure
Confirm that chassis includes the four mounting screws required to mount the1. chassis into a rack
Align the thru holes of the chassis with the thru holes of the rack.2.
Insert the mounting screws into the thru holes in the front of the chassis and3. through the thru holes in the rack

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Figure 2-1. Installing the Chassis into a Rack

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2-5 Checking the Serverboard Setup
After you install the server in the rack, you will need to open the unit to make sure
the serverboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made.
Removing the Chassis Cover
Remove the five screws that hold the chassis cover in place.There are two1. screws on each side of the chassis, and one screw on the back.
Lift the top cover from the chassis to gain full access to the inside of the2. server.
Checking the Components
You may have a processor already installed into the serverboard. The proces-1. sor should have its own heatsink attached. See Chapter 5 for instructions on
processor installation.
The 5017C-LF server may have come with system memory already installed.2. Make sure all DIMMs are fully seated in their slots. For details on adding
system memory, refer to Chapter 5.
If desired, you can install an add-on card to the system. See Chapter 5 for3. details on installing a PCI add-on card.
Make sure all power and data cables are properly connected and not blocking4. the airflow. See Chapter 5 for details on cable connections. Also, check that
the air shroud is properly installed.