SUPER MICRO Computer 6113L-i, 6113L-8 user manual Chapter Introduction, Overview

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 1

Introduction

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The Supermicro SuperServer 6113L-8/6113L-i is a high-end dual processor, 1U rackmount server that features some of the most advanced technology currently available. The SuperServer 6113L-8/6113L-i is comprised of two main sub- systems: the SC813HS-500/SC813Hi-500 1U rackmount chassis and the i2DML- 8G2/i2DML-iG2 dual Itanium2 processor serverboard. Please refer to our web site for information on operating systems that have been certified for use with the SuperServer 6113L-8/6113L-i (www.supermicro.com).

In addition to the mainboard and chassis, various hardware components may have been included with your SuperServer 6113L-8/6113L-i, as listed below:

!Two (2) 1U Itanium2 CPU heatsinks (SNK-0046)

!One (1) heatsink retention socket with hex key (SKT-0147-RM-IT2)

!Two (2) power pods: Itanium2 voltage regulator modules (VRM-0008)

!One (1) slim CD-ROM drive (CDM-TEAC-24(B))

!One (1) riser card (CSE-RR1U-X)

!Four (4) Ultra320 SCSI drive carriers (CSE-PT-39(B), 6113L-8 only)

!Four (4) IDE drive carriers (CSE-PT-42(B), 6113L-i only)

!One (1) front access USB and COM port tray (CSE-PT40(B))

!Rackmount hardware (with screws): Two (2) rack rail assemblies

Six (6) brackets for mounting the rack rails to a rack/telco rack

!One (1) CD-ROM containing drivers and utilities

!SuperServer 6113L-8/6113L-i User's Manual

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Contents Super Page Manual Organization PrefaceAbout This Manual Bios Advanced Serverboard SetupAdvanced Chassis Setup Preface Table of Contents Advanced Serverboard Setup System SafetyBios Advanced Chassis SetupAppendices Appendix a Bios Error Beep CodesPage Overview Chapter IntroductionChipset Serverboard FeaturesOnboard Controllers/Ports Processors MemoryPCI Expansion Slots ATI Graphics ControllerE8870 Chipset Block Diagram Other FeaturesBackplane Server Chassis FeaturesSystem Power Control PanelCooling System Asia-Pacific Contacting SupermicroHeadquarters EuropePage Unpacking the SuperServer 6113L-8/6113L-i Chapter Server InstallationPreparing for Setup Server Precautions Choosing a Setup LocationRack Precautions Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Installing the Server into a RackInstalling the Outer Rails Installing the Rack Rails Installing the Server into the RackInstalling the Server into a Rack Front bezel is optional Installing the Server into a Telco Rack Checking the Serverboard Setup Page Checking the Drive Bay Setup Page Control Panel Buttons Chapter System InterfaceControl Panel LEDs Scsi Drive Carrier LEDs 6113L-8 only Page Electrical Safety Precautions Chapter System SafetyGeneral Safety Precautions ESD Precautions Operating Precautions Unpacking Chapter Advanced Serverboard SetupPrecautions Handling the i2DML-8G2/i2DML-iG2 ServerboardLocating the Components Itanium2 Processor and Heatsink InstallationInstalling Heatsink Retention Mechanism Installing the Heatsink Retention MechanismPointer Installing Itanium2 CPUsPins of the CPU are not Installing the Power PodsCPU power pod Power pod slotDual Itanium2 CPUs with Power Pods Installed Installing Heatsinks for CPUs without heatsinks CPUs 2 with Heatsinks Installed Connecting AC PowerConnecting Power Cables Connecting CablesConnecting Data Cables Front Control Panel Header Pins U66 Connecting the Control PanelI/O Ports Installing MemoryDimm Installation See Figure Memory Support 6a. Side View of Dimm Installation into SocketPCI-X slot PCI card installationAdding PCI Cards Super i2DML-8G2 Serverboard DetailsI2DML-8G2/i2DML-iG2 Quick Reference Jumper Description Default SettingConnector Description Connector Definitions Overheat LED OH HDD LEDUniversal Serial Bus USB0/1 Reset ButtonPower Button Chassis Intrusion Front Panel Universal Serial Bus HeaderSerial Ports Glan Ethernet PortsWake-On-Ring Power FaultFan Headers SMB SMB Power I2C ConnectorCmos Clear Jumper SettingsVGA Enable/Disable Explanation JumpersPower Fail Alarm Enable/ Disable Glan Enable/DisableWatch Dog Enable/Disable Debug LEDs Onboard IndicatorsScsi Enable/Disable 6113L-8 only Glan LEDsScsi Activity LED 6113L-8 only IDE ConnectorsScsi and IDE Disk Drive Connections Pin Ultra 320 Scsi Connectors J3 and J18 Ultra320 Scsi Connectors 6113L-8 onlyTools Required Chapter Advanced Chassis SetupStatic-Sensitive Devices Chassis Front and Rear Views Control PanelReplacing System Fans System FansSystem Fan Failure Removing the Front Bezel Drive Bay Installation/RemovalRemoving the Front Bezel Accessing the Drive BaysMounting a SCSI/IDE drive in a drive carrier SCSI/IDE Drive InstallationInstalling/removing hot-swap Scsi drives 6113L-8 only CD-ROM Drive Installation Removing the power supply Power SupplyPower Supply Failure Removing/Replacing the Power SupplyRemoving/Replacing the Power Supply Introduction ChapterSystem Time/System Date Main Setup ScreenLanguage Menu BSP InformationSuper IO Configuration Advanced Setup ScreenSerial Port1 Address/Serial Port2 Address IDE ConfigurationBlock Multi-Sector Transfer LBA/Large ModePrimary IDE Master/Slave, Secondary IDE Master/Slave TypeArmd Emulation Type DMA ModeA.R.T. For Hard disk drives Bit Data TransferAtapi 80-Pin Cable Detection Bios Settings ConfigurationQuiet Boot System Health Monitor Watch Dog Timer Value Peripheral Device ConfigurationPower Loss Control Watch Dog TimerLegacy USB Support USB ConfigurationUSB Function PCI IDE BusMaster PCI/PnP ConfigurationPCI Latency Timer Allocate IRQ to PCI VGAHardware Health Monitoring Health Function Security SettingsOverheat Temperature Trips Change Supervisor PasswordExit Saving Changes Change User PasswordClear User Password Exit OptionsDiscard Changes Load Optimal DefaultsLoad Fail-Safe Defaults Beep Code Error Message Description Appendix a Bios Error Beep CodesIA-32 Error Beep Codes Checkpoints Code Description IA-64 Common Debug CodesCheckpoint Code Description Appendix B Bios Post CodesRegister for date and time next Monochrome mode and color mode settings next 47h 60h 95h Introduction to the EFI Platform Appendix C Software InstallationAmibios Flash Page Page Page Adding the CD-ROM Boot Option in EFI IA64 OS Installation Page Appendix D System Specifications System Input Requirements WeightPower Supply System Cooling