SUPER MICRO Computer 5016T-TB user manual System Fans, System Fan Failure

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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup

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Two 10-cm blower fans provide the cooling for the SuperServer 5016T-TB. The chassis includes air seals under the blower fans and at the chassis cross section, which separates the drive bay area from the serverboard area of the chassis to promote better airflow. It is highly important that the air seal is properly installed and making a good seal in order for the cooling air to circulate properly through the chassis.

The fans can adjust their speed according to the heat level sensed in the system, which results in more efficient and quieter fan operation. Fan speed is controlled by a setting in BIOS (see Chapter 7).

System Fan Failure

If a fan fails, the ambient air temperature in the chassis will rise and activate the overheat LED on the control panel. You will need to power down the system to replace this fan with one of the same type (p/n FAN-0038L4). Contact your vendor or Supermicro for information on replacement fans.

Replacing System Cooling Fans

1.Turn off the power to the system and remove the AC power cord.

2.Remove the chassis cover and unplug the fan cable from the serverboard

3.Unscrew the failed blower fan from the chassis and pull it completely out from the serverboard.

4.Replace the failed fan with an identical 10-cm, 12 volt fan. Position the new fan in its proper place and secure it to the chassis with the screws you re- moved previously.

5.After the new fan has been installed, plug the fan cable back into the same chassis fan header on the serverboard you removed it from.

6.Reconnect the AC power cord and power up the system.

7.Check that the fan is working properly and that the overheat LED on the control panel has turned off.

8.Finish by replacing the top panel of the chassis.

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Contents Super Manual Revision 1.0a Release Date December 29 Manual Organization PrefaceAbout This Manual Bios Advanced Motherboard SetupAdvanced Chassis Setup 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 Headquarters Contacting SupermicroEurope Asia-PacificPage Unpacking the System Chapter Server InstallationPreparing for Setup 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 SetupPower Reset ButtonChapter System Interface Control Panel ButtonsHDD 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 Data Cables Connecting CablesConnecting Power Cables Connecting the Control PanelI/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 Overheat/Fan Fail/UID LED HDD LED/UID SwitchPower On LED Fan Headers NMI ButtonATX PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse Ports Serial PortsWake-On-LAN Chassis IntrusionExternal Speaker/Internal Buzzer Overheat/Fan Fail LEDOnboard Power LED Power Supply SMBus HeaderUniversal Serial Bus USB Sgpio HeadersAlarm Reset Power Supply Fail LED HeaderButton Unit Identifier ButtonVGA Enable/Disable Jumper SettingsExplanation of Jumpers Cmos ClearUSB Wake-Up LAN1/2 Enable/DisableWatch Dog Enable/Disable BMC Enable/Disable Onboard IndicatorsSMBus to PCI Slots LAN1/2 LEDsBMC Heartbeat LED Onboard Power LED LE1Sata Ports Floppy Drive ConnectorFloppy and Sata 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 FansSerial ATA Drive Installation Drive Bay Installation/RemovalAccessing the Drive Bays Mounting a Sata Drive in a Drive Carrier Sata Power Cables DVD-ROM Drive InstallationPower Supply Failure Power SupplyPage How To Change the Configuration Data Starting Bios Setup UtilityChapter IntroductionSystem Time/System Date Main SetupStarting the Setup Utility System Memory ProcessorXboot Feature Advanced Setup ConfigurationsXProcessor & Clock Options Clock Spread Spectrum Hardware Prefetcher Available when supported by the CPUActive Processor Cores Intel Eist TechnologyCore Ratio Limit Intel Turbo Boost Configuration Turbo Ratio Limit Program~ 3 Core Ratio Limit TDC Limit OverrideXAdvanced Chipset Control QPI L0s and L1 Memory ModeMemory Frequency Demand ScrubbingTemperature Rise Inlet TemperatureHigh Performance Event Timer Air FlowIntel VT-d Active State Power ManagementIntel I/OAT USB FunctionsXide / Floppy Configuration IDE Detect Timeout secFloppy a SATA#1 ConfigurationPIO Mode LBA/Large ModeType Block Multi-Sector Transfer32Bit Data Transfer DMA ModeA.R.T. For Hard disk drives XPCI/PnP Configuration XSuper IO Device Configuration XRemote Access ConfigurationXHardware Health Configuration CPU Temperature CPU Temperature/System TemperatureSystem Temperature Xacpi Configuration Xipmi Configuration X8STi-F/X8STi-3F Only XTrusted ComputingSet LAN Configuration Clear BMC System Event LogSet PEF Configuration AbledXEvent Log Configuration Supervisor Password Security SettingsUser Password Change Supervisor PasswordBoot Sector Virus Protection Boot ConfigurationXBoot Device Priority XHard Disk Drives Exit OptionsXRemovable Drives XCD/DVD DrivesLoad Fail-Safe Defaults Load Optimal DefaultsDiscard Changes and Exit Discard ChangesRecoverable 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.