SUPER MICRO Computer 5016T-TB Exit Options, XHard Disk Drives, XRemovable Drives, XCD/DVD Drives

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Chapter 7: BIOS

XHard Disk Drives

This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from all available hard disk drives. The settings are Disabled and a list of all hard disk drives that have been detected (i.e., 1st Drive, 2nd Drive, 3rd Drive, etc).

XRemovable Drives

This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available Removable Drives. The settings are 1st boot device, 2nd boot device, and Disabled.

1st Drive

2nd Drive - [USB: XXXXXXXXX]

XCD/DVD Drives

This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available CD/DVD Drives (i.e., 1st Drive, 2nd Drive, etc).

7-6 Exit Options

Select the Exit tab from the AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen.

Save Changes and Exit

When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave the BIOS Setup Utility and reboot the computer, so the new system con-

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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 Asia-Pacific Contacting SupermicroHeadquarters EuropePage 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 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 Overheat/Fan Fail/UID LED HDD LED/UID SwitchPower On 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 JumpersUSB Wake-Up LAN1/2 Enable/DisableWatch Dog Enable/Disable LAN1/2 LEDs Onboard IndicatorsBMC Enable/Disable SMBus to PCI SlotsBMC 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 Introduction Starting Bios Setup UtilityHow To Change the Configuration Data ChapterSystem Time/System Date Main SetupStarting the Setup Utility 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 Type32Bit 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 ComputingAbled Clear BMC System Event LogSet LAN Configuration Set PEF ConfigurationXEvent Log Configuration Change Supervisor Password Security SettingsSupervisor Password User PasswordBoot Sector Virus Protection Boot ConfigurationXBoot Device Priority 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.