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1-2SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual1-2 Motherboard FeaturesAt the heart of the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF lies the X9SCL-F, a

1-3Chapter 1: Introduction1-3 Server Chassis FeaturesThe following is a general outline of the main features of the SC813MTQ chassis.System PowerWhen

1-4SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualFigure 1-1. Intel C200 Chipset: System Block DiagramNote: This is a general block diagram. Plea

1-5Chapter 1: Introduction1-4 Contacting SupermicroHeadquartersAddress: Super Micro Computer, Inc.980 Rock Ave.San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A.Tel: +1 (40

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Chapter 2: Server Installation2-1Chapter 2 Server Installation2-1 OverviewThis chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 5017C-

2-2SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual!!Warnings and Precautions!installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipmen

Chapter 2: Server Installation2-3Rack Mounting ConsiderationsAmbient Operating TemperatureIf installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the am

2-4SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual2-4 Installing the System into a RackThis section provides information on installing the SuperS

Chapter 2: Server Installation2-5Installing the Rack RailsDetermine where you want to place the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF in the rack (see Rack

The information in this User’s Manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate. The vendor assumes no responsibility for any inaccur

2-6SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualFigure 2-2. Installing the Server into a Rack (with optional front bezel shown)Installing the S

Chapter 2: Server Installation2-7Figure 2-3. Installing the Server into a Telco Rack (with optional front bezel shown)Installing the Server into a Te

2-8SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual2-5 Checking the Motherboard SetupAfter you install the 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF in the rack, you w

Chapter 2: Server Installation2-9Figure 2-4.Accessing the Inside of the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF2-6 Checking the Drive Bay SetupNext, you sho

2-10SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualAlso note that all power and data cables have been routed in such a way that 2. they do not blo

Chapter 3: System Interface3-1Chapter 3 System Interface3-1 OverviewThere are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others on the hard drive ca

3-2SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual3-3 Control Panel LEDsThe control panel located on the front of the SC813MTQ chassis has fi ve L

Chapter 3: System Interface3-3PowerIndicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated

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Chapter 4: System Safety4-1Chapter 4 System Safety4-1 Electrical Safety Precautions!Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect

iiiPrefacePrefaceAbout This ManualThis manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the insta

SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual4-24-2 General Safety PrecautionsFollow these rules to ensure general safety:Keep the area around

Chapter 4: System Safety4-34-3 ESD PrecautionsElectrostatic Discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical charges coming into

SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual4-44-4 Operating PrecautionsCare must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when th

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-1Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard SetupThis chapter covers the steps required to install processors and heatsinks

5-2SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual5-2 Processor and Heatsink InstallationNotes: Always connect the power cord last and always rem

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-3Use your thumb and your index fi nger to hold the CPU at the top center edge 3. and the bottom center edge of t

5-4SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualCPU properly installedLoad lever locked into place.Warning: The CPU will only seat inside the so

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-5Figure 5-3. Installing the HeatsinkOnce the CPU is loose, remove the it from the CPU socket.3. Clean the surfa

5-6SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual5-3 Connecting CablesNow that the processors are installed, the next step is to connect the cabl

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-7Figure 5-1. Front Control Panel Header Pins (JF1)All JF1 wires have been bundled into single keyed ribbon cabl

SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualivChapter 4: System SafetyYou should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a gener

5-8SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual5-5 Installing MemoryNote: Check the Supermicro web site for recommended memory modules.CAUTIONE

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-9Note: Due to memory allocation to system devices, the amount of memory that remains available for operational

5-10SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual5-6 Adding PCI CardsPCI Expansion SlotsOne riser card is used to support a PCI expansion (add-

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-11Figure 5-4. SUPER X9SCL-F Layout5-7 Motherboard DetailsJ31JTPMJ29JL1JI2C2JI2C1T-SGPIO1JWF1JPW2JWOLJSPKJPI2CJ

5-12SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualLED IndicatorsNumber LED Description14 LE7 IPMI Heartbeat LED (IPMI Active)28 LE2 Onboard Stand

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-135-8 Connector Defi nitions ATX Power Connector A 24-pin main power connector is located at JPW1. This power co

5-14SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualNIC1/NIC2 (LAN1/LAN2)The NIC (Network Interface Controller) LED connection for LAN port 1 is lo

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-15Universal Serial Bus (USB)Two Universal Serial Bus ports (USB 0/1) are located on the I/O backpanel and an ad

5-16SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualFan HeaderPin Defi nitions Pin# Defi nition 1 Ground (Black)2 2.5A/+12V (Red)3 Tachometer

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-17Power Supply I2C ConnectorThe Power Supply (I2C) connector is located at JPI2C on the motherboard. This conne

vPrefaceNotes

5-18SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualDOM PWR ConnectorA Disk On Module (DOM) Power Con-nector is located at JWF1. This connec-tor is

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-195-9 Jumper SettingsExplanation of JumpersTo modify the operation of the mother-board, jumpers can be used to

5-20SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualLAN Port Enable/DisableUse JPL1/JPL2 to enable or disable LAN Ports 1 and 2 on the motherboard.

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-215-10 Onboard IndicatorsLAN1/LAN2 LEDsThe Ethernet ports (located beside the VGA port) have two LEDs. On each

5-22SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual5-11 SATA Drive ConnectionsSATA PortsSix Serial ATA (SATA) ports (I-SATA 0~5) are located on t

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-235-12 Installing DriversAfter all the hardware and operating system have been installed, you need to install c

5-24SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualSupero Doctor IIIThe Supero Doctor III program is a Web base management tool that supports remo

Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup5-25Note: SD III Software Revision 1.0 can be downloaded from our Web Site at: ftp://ftp.supermicro.com/utility/S

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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup6-1Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis SetupThis chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform mainte-na

viTable of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction1-1 Overview ...

6-2SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualFigure 6-2. Chassis Rear View6-2 Control PanelThe control panel (located on the front of the ch

Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup6-36-3 System FansFour 4-cm high-performance fans provide the cooling for the SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF. The c

6-4SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualUse caution when working around the SATA backplane. Do not touch the backplane with any metal ob

Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup6-5Figure 6-4. Mounting a Drive in a CarrierSATA BackplaneThe SATA drives plug into a backplane that provides power,

6-6SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualDVD-ROM Drive InstallationThe top cover of the chassis must be opened to gain full access to the

Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup6-76-5 Power SupplyThe SuperServer 5017C-MTF has a single 350 watt power supply. This power sup-ply has the capabilit

6-8SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualThe SuperServer 5017C-MTRF has a 400 watt redundant power supply consisting of two power modules

Chapter 7: BIOS7-1Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 IntroductionThis chapter describes the AMI BIOS Setup Utility for the X9SCL-F. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a Fl

7-2SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualHow to Start the Setup UtilityNormally, the only visible Power-On Self-Test (POST) routine is th

Chapter 7: BIOS7-3System Overview: The following BIOS information will be displayed:System Time/System Date Use this option to change the system time

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7-4SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual7-3 Advanced Setup Confi gurationsUse the arrow keys to select Boot Setup and hit <Enter>

Chapter 7: BIOS7-519 at boot and allow the drives that are attached to these host adaptors to function as bootable disks. If this item is set to Disab

7-6SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch (Available when supported by the CPU)The CPU fetches the cache line

Chapter 7: BIOS7-7P-STATE CoordinationThis feature selects the type of coordination for the P-State of the processor. P-State is a processor operatio

7-8SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualNorth Bridge Confi gurationThis item displays the current North Bridge Revision.VT-dSelect Enabl

Chapter 7: BIOS7-9Wake on LAN from S5Select Enabled to enable the capabiltiy to 'wake-up' the system from the S5 power state (Soft Off State

7-10SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualAggressive Link Power ManagementThis feature Enables or Disables Agressive Link Power Managemen

Chapter 7: BIOS7-11PCI Latency TimerThis feature sets the latency Timer of each PCI device installed on a PCI bus. Select 64 to set the PCI latency to

7-12SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualSerial Port 2 ModeUse this feature to confi gure Serial Port 2 mode. The options are Normal, IrD

Chapter 7: BIOS7-13Parity: None, Even, Odd, Mark, or SpaceStop Bits: 1 or 2Hardware Health Confi gurationFan Speed Control ModeThis feature allows the

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7-14SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualHigh – The processor is running hot. This is a ‘caution’ level since the CPU’s ‘Temperature Tol

Chapter 7: BIOS7-157-4 Event LogsSmbios Event LogChange this item to enable or disable all features of the Smbios Event Logging during boot. The opti

7-16SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual7-5 IPMI Confi gurationIntelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) is a set of common inter

Chapter 7: BIOS7-17SEL Components - Change this item to enable or disable all features of System Event Logging. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

7-18SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual7-6 Boot SettingsUse this feature to confi gure Boot Settings:Boot Options PriorityThis feature

Chapter 7: BIOS7-197-7 Security SettingsIf the Administrator password is defi ned ONLY - this controls access to the • BIOS setup ONLY.If the User&apos

7-20SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's Manual7-8 Exit OptionsSelect the Exit tab from the BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS S

Chapter 7: BIOS7-21Save As User DefaultsTo set this feature, select Save as User Defaults from the Exit menu and press <En-ter>. This enables th

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Appendix A: POST Error Beep CodesA-1Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) routines, which are performed each time the

Chapter 1 Introduction1-1 OverviewThe SuperServer 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF is a high-end server comprised of two main subsystems: the SC813MTQ-350B/SC813M

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B-1Appendix B: System Specifi cationsAppendix B System Specifi cationsProcessors Single Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 Series processor or a CoreTM i3-2100

B-2SUPERSERVER 5017C-MTF/5017C-MTRF User's ManualChassis SC813MTQ Form Factor: 1U rackmount Dimensions: (WxHxD) 17.2 x 1.7 x 19.85 i

B-3Appendix B: System Specifi cationsRegulatory Compliance Electromagnetic Emissions: FCC Class A, EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-3-2/-3-3, CISPR

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