SUPER MICRO Computer 5016T-TB user manual Preface, About This Manual, Manual Organization

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Preface

Preface

About This Manual

This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It pro- vides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 5016T-TB. Installa- tion and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only.

The SuperServer 5016T-TB is a high-end single processor 1U rackmount server based on the SC811TS-280B server chassis and the X8STi motherboard.

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 Super X8STi motherboard and the SC811TS-280B chassis.

Chapter 2: Server Installation

This chapter describes the steps necessary to install the SuperServer 5016T-TB into a rack and check out the server configuration prior to powering up the system. If your server was ordered without the processor and memory components, this chapter will refer you to the appropriate sections of the manual for their installation.

Chapter 3: System Interface

Refer to this chapter 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 SuperServer 5016T-TB.

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Contents Super Manual Revision 1.0a Release Date December 29 Preface About This ManualManual Organization Advanced Motherboard Setup Advanced Chassis SetupBios Preface Table of Contents System Safety Viii Advanced Chassis Setup Page Overview Chapter IntroductionMotherboard Features Intel X58/ICH10R Chipset System Block Diagram Server Chassis Features Asia-Pacific Contacting SupermicroHeadquarters EuropePage Chapter Server Installation Preparing for SetupUnpacking the System Rack Precautions Choosing a Setup LocationRack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating TemperatureIdentifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Installing the System into a RackInstalling the Rack Rails Installing the Chassis RailsInstalling the Server into a Rack Installing the Server into the RackInstalling the Server into a Telco Rack Installing the Server into a Telco RackAccessing the Inside of the System Figure Checking the Serverboard SetupAccessing the Inside of the System Checking the Drives Checking the Drive Bay SetupControl Panel Buttons Reset ButtonPower Chapter System InterfaceHDD Overheat/Fan FailSerial ATA Drive Carrier LEDs Page Electrical Safety Precautions Chapter System SafetyGeneral Safety Precautions ESD Precautions Installing the Onboard Battery Operating PrecautionsHandling the Serverboard Chapter Advanced Serverboard SetupUnpacking Serverboard InstallationConnecting the Control Panel Connecting CablesConnecting Data Cables Connecting Power CablesI/O Ports Control Panel Header PinsInstalling an LGA1366 Processor Installing the Processor and HeatsinkCPU Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink Removing the Heatsink Installing & Removing DIMMs Installing Memory ModulesMaximum Memory Possible Memory SupportPossible System Memory Allocation & Availability Adding PCI Expansion CardsX8STi Layout Not drawn to scale Serverboard DetailsX8STi Quick Reference Jumper Description Default SettingConnector Definitions HDD LED/UID Switch Power On LEDOverheat/Fan Fail/UID LED Serial Ports NMI ButtonFan Headers ATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse PortsOverheat/Fan Fail LED Chassis IntrusionWake-On-LAN External Speaker/Internal BuzzerSgpio Headers Power Supply SMBus HeaderOnboard Power LED Universal Serial Bus USBUnit Identifier Button Power Supply Fail LED HeaderAlarm Reset ButtonCmos Clear Jumper SettingsVGA Enable/Disable Explanation of JumpersLAN1/2 Enable/Disable Watch Dog Enable/DisableUSB Wake-Up LAN1/2 LEDs Onboard IndicatorsBMC Enable/Disable SMBus to PCI SlotsBMC Heartbeat LED Onboard Power LED LE1Floppy Drive Connector Floppy and Sata PortsSata Ports Installing Software Supero Doctor Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen Remote Control Page Static-Sensitive Devices Chapter Advanced Chassis SetupChassis Front View Control PanelSystem Fan Failure System FansDrive Bay Installation/Removal Accessing the Drive BaysSerial ATA Drive Installation Mounting a Sata Drive in a Drive Carrier Sata Power Cables DVD-ROM Drive InstallationPower Supply Failure Power SupplyPage Introduction Starting Bios Setup UtilityHow To Change the Configuration Data ChapterMain Setup Starting the Setup UtilitySystem Time/System Date System Memory ProcessorXboot Feature Advanced Setup ConfigurationsXProcessor & Clock Options Intel Eist Technology Hardware Prefetcher Available when supported by the CPUClock Spread Spectrum Active Processor CoresTDC Limit Override Intel Turbo Boost Configuration Turbo Ratio Limit ProgramCore Ratio Limit ~ 3 Core Ratio LimitXAdvanced Chipset Control Demand Scrubbing Memory ModeQPI L0s and L1 Memory FrequencyAir Flow Inlet TemperatureTemperature Rise High Performance Event TimerUSB Functions Active State Power ManagementIntel VT-d Intel I/OATSATA#1 Configuration IDE Detect Timeout secXide / Floppy Configuration Floppy aBlock Multi-Sector Transfer LBA/Large ModePIO Mode TypeDMA Mode A.R.T. For Hard disk drives32Bit Data Transfer XPCI/PnP Configuration XSuper IO Device Configuration XRemote Access ConfigurationXHardware Health Configuration CPU Temperature/System Temperature System TemperatureCPU Temperature Xacpi Configuration Xipmi Configuration X8STi-F/X8STi-3F Only XTrusted ComputingAbled Clear BMC System Event LogSet LAN Configuration Set PEF ConfigurationXEvent Log Configuration Change Supervisor Password Security SettingsSupervisor Password User PasswordBoot Configuration XBoot Device PriorityBoot Sector Virus Protection XCD/DVD Drives Exit OptionsXHard Disk Drives XRemovable DrivesDiscard Changes Load Optimal DefaultsLoad Fail-Safe Defaults Discard Changes and ExitRecoverable Post Error Beep Codes Appendix a Post Error Beep CodesPage Installing Windows on RAID Systems Appendix B Installing the Windows OSInstalling Windows on Non-RAID Systems Processors Appendix C System SpecificationsChassis Appendix C System Specifications

5016T-TB specifications

The Super Micro Computer 5016T-TB is a powerful and versatile server chassis designed to meet the increasing demands of data centers and enterprise environments. Tailored for high-performance computing, it combines a robust architecture with advanced technologies, making it an ideal choice for various applications, including cloud computing, virtualization, and mission-critical workloads.

One of the standout features of the 5016T-TB is its compact form factor, which optimizes space in server racks while providing exceptional performance. The chassis supports dual Intel Xeon processors, allowing users to harness substantial computing power for processing complex tasks. Additionally, it accommodates up to 512GB of DDR3 ECC memory, ensuring data integrity and stability, crucial for applications in need of reliability.

The server is equipped with six hot-swap drive bays, supporting both SAS and SATA drives, which allows for rapid data access and redundancy. This design contributes to enhanced data security and availability, as swapping out drives can be done without interrupting operations. The 5016T-TB supports multiple RAID configurations, providing users with flexible options for storage management and fault tolerance.

With a focus on connectivity, the Super Micro 5016T-TB features several PCI Express slots, enabling users to expand functionality with additional networking or storage cards. It comes with onboard Intel Gigabit Ethernet ports, ensuring high-speed network connections essential for data-intensive applications. The server chassis is also designed for efficient cooling, incorporating optimized airflow patterns to maintain optimal operating temperatures, which prolongs the lifespan of components and enhances overall performance.

In terms of energy efficiency, the 5016T-TB is compliant with various environmental standards and features advanced power management technologies. This not only reduces operational costs but also decreases the carbon footprint of the data center.

Another significant characteristic of this server is its management capabilities. Supermicro provides dedicated management tools for monitoring system health, temperature, and power consumption, which are essential for proactive infrastructure management.

With its robust build, substantial scalability, and advanced features, the Super Micro Computer 5016T-TB stands out as a reliable option for businesses looking to enhance their computing infrastructure. Whether for virtualized environments or resource-intensive applications, it represents a commitment to delivering high performance and flexibility for diverse IT needs.