Supero SUPERSERVER 5017R-MTF User manual

SUPERSERVER
5017R-MTF
5017R-MTRF
SUPER ®
USER’S MANUAL
1.0

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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 5017R-MTF/
5017R-MTRF. Installation and maintenance should be performed by experienced
technicians only.
The SuperServer 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF is a high-end server based on the
SC813MTQ-350CB/SC813MTQ-R400CB 1U rackmount chassis and the Super
X9SRi-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 X9SRi-F serverboard and
the SC813MTQ chassis.
Chapter 2: Server Installation
This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 5017R-
MTF/5017R-MTRF 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.

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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 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup
Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the X9SRi-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 SC813MTQ server chassis. You
should follow the procedures given in this chapter when installing, removing or
reconfiguring SATA or peripheral drives and when replacing system power supply
modules 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: POST Error Beep Codes
Appendix B: UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions
Appendix C: System Specifications

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Notes

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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
SCU SATA ...................................................................................................... 1-2
I/O Ports..........................................................................................................1-2
Intel®Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM).................................................. 1-3
1-3 Server Chassis Features ................................................................................1-3
System Power................................................................................................. 1-3
SATA Subsystem............................................................................................. 1-3
Control 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............................................................................. 2-1
Rack Precautions............................................................................................ 2-2
Server Precautions..........................................................................................2-2
Rack Mounting Considerations....................................................................... 2-3
Ambient Operating Temperature................................................................2-3
Reduced Airflow .........................................................................................2-3
Mechanical Loading ................................................................................... 2-3
Circuit Overloading..................................................................................... 2-3
Reliable Ground ......................................................................................... 2-3
2-4 Installing the System into a Rack ...................................................................2-4
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails......................................................2-4
Installing the Rear Inner Rails ........................................................................2-4
Installing the Rack Rails .................................................................................2-5
Installing the Server into the Rack.................................................................. 2-6
Installing the Server into a Telco Rack...........................................................2-7
Chapter 3 System Interface
3-1 Overview .........................................................................................................3-1
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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
3-4 Hard 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 Motherboard Setup
5-1 Handling the Motherboard ..............................................................................5-1
Precautions .....................................................................................................5-1
Unpacking .......................................................................................................5-1
5-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation................................................................5-2
Installing an LGA2011 Processor....................................................................5-2
Installing a CPU Heatsink...............................................................................5-5
5-3 Connecting Cables.......................................................................................... 5-7
Connecting Data Cables.................................................................................5-7
Connecting Power Cables .............................................................................. 5-7
Connecting the Control Panel.........................................................................5-7
5-4 I/O Ports..........................................................................................................5-8
5-5 Installing Memory............................................................................................ 5-9
Memory Population Guidelines..................................................................... 5-10
5-6 Adding PCI Cards......................................................................................... 5-12
5-7 Motherboard Details...................................................................................... 5-13
X9SRi-F Quick Reference............................................................................. 5-13
5-8 Connector Definitions ...................................................................................5-15
5-9 Jumper Settings............................................................................................ 5-22
5-10 Onboard Indicators........................................................................................5-24
5-11 SATA Ports....................................................................................................5-25
5-12 Installing Drivers............................................................................................ 5-26
SuperDoctor III.............................................................................................. 5-27

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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 Accessing the Inside of the System................................................................6-3
6-4 System Fans................................................................................................... 6-4
6-5 Drive Bay Installation/Removal....................................................................... 6-4
Removing the Front Bezel..............................................................................6-4
Accessing the Drive Bays...............................................................................6-5
Hard Drive Installation.....................................................................................6-5
SATA Backplane.............................................................................................. 6-6
6-6 Power Supply.................................................................................................. 6-8
5017R-MTF Power..........................................................................................6-8
Power Supply Failure......................................................................................6-8
5017R-MTRF Power.......................................................................................6-9
Chapter 7 BIOS
7-1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 7-1
Starting BIOS Setup Utility..............................................................................7-1
How To Change the Configuration Data......................................................... 7-1
How to Start the Setup Utility .........................................................................7-2
7-2 Main Setup...................................................................................................... 7-2
7-3 Advanced Setup Configurations......................................................................7-4
7-4 Event Logs....................................................................................................7-19
7-5 IPMI............................................................................................................... 7-20
7-6 ISCSI............................................................................................................. 7-22
7-7 Boot Settings ................................................................................................ 7-23
7-8 Security Settings........................................................................................... 7-24
7-9 Exit Options................................................................................................... 7-25
7-10 Main Configuration Page .............................................................................. 7-26
Appendix A POST Error Beep Codes
Appendix B UEFI BIOS Recovery Instructions
Appendix C System Specifications

Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
The SuperServer 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF is a high-end server comprised of two
main subsystems: the SC813MTQ-350CB/SC813MTQ-R400CB 1U server chassis
and the X9SRi-F single processor motherboard. 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 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF, as listed below:
• Four sets of 4-cm counter-rotating fans (FAN-0065L4)
• One passive CPU heatsink (SNK-P0047P)
• One air shroud for 1U system (MCP-310-19007-0N
• One riser card for one PCI-E 3.0 x16 add-on card (RSC-RR1U-E16)
• SATA Accessories
One SATA backplane (BPN-SAS-815TQ)
Four 3.5" hard drive carriers (MCP-220-00075-0B)
One SATA cable (CBL-0186L)
• One rackmount kit (MCP-290-00050-0N)
• One CD containing drivers and utilities
• SuperServer 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF User's Manual
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1-2 Motherboard Features
At the heart of the SuperServer 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF lies the X9SRi-F, a single
processor motherboard based on Intel's C600 chipset. Below are the main features
of the X9SRi-F (see Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the chipset).
Processors
The X9SRi-F supports a single Intel®Xeon®E5-2600/E5-1600 Series processor
in an LGA 2011 socket. Please refer to the motherboard description pages on our
web site for a complete listing of supported processors.
Memory
The X9SRi-F has eight DIMM sockets that can support up to 256 GB of DDR3-
1600/1333/1066 ECC R/LRDIMMs (LRDIMM = Reduced Load DIMMs) or up to
64GB of ECC UDIMMs. Please refer to Chapter 5 for installing memory.
Serial ATA
An on-chip SATA controller is integrated into the X9SRi-F to provide two 6 Gb/sec
SATA3 ports and four 3 Gb/sec SATA2 ports, which are RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 sup-
ported (RAID 5 supported with Windows OS only).
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.
SCU SATA
An additional SCU SATA controller integrated into the chipset provides four SATA 2
ports. RAID 0, 1 and 10 are 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.
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.

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Intel®Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM)
The Intel®Intelligent Power Node Manager (IPNM) provides your system with
real-time thermal control and power management for maximum energy efficiency.
Although IPNM Specification Version 1.5 is supported by the BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller), your system must also have IPNM-compatible Manage-
ability Engine (ME) firmware installed to use this feature.
1-3 Server Chassis Features
The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC813MTQ chassis.
System Power
When configured as a SuperServer 5017R-MTF, the SC813MTQ chassis includes
a single 350W power supply. When configured as a SuperServer 5017R-MTRF, the
SC813MTQ chassis includes a redundant 400W power supply.
SATA Subsystem
For the 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF, the SC813MTQ chassis was designed to sup-
port four SATA hard drives, which are hot-swappable units.
Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the
hot-swap capability of the SATA drives (system-based RAID is not available for
SATA).
Control Panel
The SC813MTQ's control panel provides important system monitoring and control
information. LEDs indicate power on, network activity, hard disk drive activity and
system overheat conditions. The control panel also includes a main power button
and a system reset button. The front of the SC813MTQ also includes a COM port
and two USB serial ports for easy access.
Cooling System
The SC813MTQ chassis has an innovative cooling design that features four 4-cm
high-performance system cooling fans. Each of these fans plug into a chassis fan
header on the motherboard.
A fan speed control setting in BIOS allows fan speed to be determined by system
temperature.

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Figure 1-1. Intel C600 Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details.
SLOT 5
i350/x540
SLOT 6
#8
COM1
Rear
6 PHASE
800/1066/1333 800/1066/1333
DDRIII
VR12 #0-4
#0-3
#0-2
#0-1
DDRIII
#0-8
#0-7
#0-6
#0-5
#6
#7
COM2
Header
SLOT 4
USB 2.0
6.0 Gb/S
Sandybridge-EP
PCH
PATSBURG
SSB-D
PCI-E X16 G3
BIOS SIO
NCT6776F
LPC
USB
#0
#1
#2
#4
#5
SATA
#0
#1
2 Rear
6 Front
1 Type-A
PCI-E X4 G2
PCI-E X8
LAN#1/2
PCI-E X16
8 SNB CORE
DDR-III
PCI-E X4 G3
#2 #3C/D #1B #1A
DMI2
#3A/B
PCI-E X8 G3
PXH
PCI-E X4
SLOT 1/2/3
PCI-X
PCI-X
#9
#4
#5
3.0 Gb/S
SATA
#2
#3
6.0 Gb/S
SAS
#0
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
#6
#7
DMI2 4GB/s
BMC
WPCM450
SPI
TPM
HEADER
PCI
DDR2
VGA PHY
RJ45
RMII
RJ45
RJ45
PCI-E X8
PCI-E X8 G3
#1/2/3/4
#5/6/7/8
#12
#13
PS/2
KB/MS

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1-4 Contacting Supermicro
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Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.supermicro.com.tw
Technical Support:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]

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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 5017R-
MTF/5017R-MTRF 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 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF system has come to you
with the processor and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully
integrated with a motherboard, 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 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF 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 5017R-
MTF/5017R-MTRF. 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 SuperServer 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF was shipped in should include
two sets of rail assemblies, six 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 minimal amount of time. Please read this
section in its entirety before you begin the installation procedure outlined in the
sections that follow.
Choosing a Setup Location
• Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door
completely (~25 inches) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back
of the rack to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing.This product is for

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!
!
Warnings and Precautions!
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.
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 the hot plug SATA drives and power supply modules to cool before touch-
ing them.
• Always keep the rack's front door and all panels and components on the servers
closed when not servicing to maintain proper cooling.

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Rack Mounting Considerations
Ambient Operating Temperature
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the ambient operating 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 SuperServer 5017R-MTF/5017R-
MTRF into a rack unit with the rack rails provided.
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.
Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails
You may have received rack rail hardware with the SuperServer 5017R-MTF/5017R-
MTRF. (Two front inner rails should already be attached to the chassis.) This
hardware consists of two rear inner rails that secure to the chassis, one on each
side just behind the preinstalled front inner rails. Note that these two rails are left/
right specific.
Installing the Rear Inner Rails
First, locate the right rear inner rail (the rail that will be used on the right side of
the chassis when you face the front of the chassis). Align the two square holes on
the rail against the hooks on the right side of the chassis. Securely attach the rail
to the chassis with M4 flat head screws. Repeat these steps to install the left rear
inner rail to the left side of the chassis (see Figure 2-1). You will also need to attach
the rail brackets when installing into a telco rack.
Locking Tabs: Both chassis rails have a locking tab, which serves two functions.
The first is to lock the server into place when installed and pushed fully into the
rack, which is its normal position. Secondly, these tabs also lock the server in place
when fully extended from the rack. This prevents the server from coming completely
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Installing the Rack Rails
Determine where you want to place the SuperServer 5017R-MTF/5017R-MTRF in
the rack (see Rack and Server Precautions in Section 2-3). Position the chassis
rail guides at the desired location in the rack, keeping the sliding rail guide facing
the inside of the rack. Screw the assembly securely to the rack using the brackets
provided. Attach the other assembly to the other side of the rack, making sure that
both are at the exact same height and with the rail guides facing inward.
Figure 2-1. Installing Rear Inner Chassis Rails

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Figure 2-2. Installing the Server into a Rack
(with optional front bezel shown)
Installing the Server into the Rack
You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack unit. The next
step is to install the server into the rack. Do this by lining up the rear of the chassis
rails with the front of the rack rails. Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping
the pressure even on both sides (you may have to depress the locking tabs when
inserting). See Figure 2-2.
When the server has been pushed completely into the rack, you should hear the
locking tabs "click".