SUPER MICRO Computer 7047A-73 Package C State Limit, Energy Performance, Long Duration Maintained

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Chapter 7: BIOS

CPU C7 Report (Available when Power Technology is set to Custom)

Select Enabled to allow the BIOS to report the CPU C7 State (ACPI C3) to the operating system. CPU C7 State is a processor-specific low C-State. The options are Enabled and Disabled.

Package C State Limit

If set to Auto, the AMI BIOS will automatically set the limit on the C-State package register. The options are C0, C2, C6, and No Limit.

Energy Performance

This setting allows the user to adjust the fan speed based on performance (maxi- mum cooling) or energy efficiency (maximum energy savings). The options are Performance, Balanced Performance, Balanced Energy, and Energy Efficient.

Factory Long Duration Power Limit

This item displays the power limit set by the manufacturer during which long duration power is maintained.

Long Duration Power Limit

This item displays the power limit set by the user during which long duration power is maintained.

Factory Long Duration Maintained

This item displays the period of time set by the manufacturer during which long duration power is maintained.

Long Duration Maintained

This item displays the period of time during which long duration power is main- tained.

Recommended Short Duration Power

This item displays the short duration power settings recommended by the manufacturer.

Short Duration Power Limit

This item displays the time period during which short duration power is main- tained.

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Contents Super Manual Revision 1.0a Release Date August 17 Manual Organization PrefaceAbout This Manual System Safety Preface Table of Contents System Interface Advanced Chassis Setup Overview Chapter IntroductionPCI Expansion Slots Serverboard FeaturesProcessors Memory Onboard SAS 7047A-73 onlyChassis Features Intel C602 Chipset System Block Diagram Asia-Pacific Contacting SupermicroHeadquarters EuropePage Unpacking the System Chapter InstallationPreparing for Setup Choosing a Setup Location Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating TemperatureIdentifying the Sections of the Rack Rails Installing the System into a RackPreparing to Install the Chassis Rails Installing the Chassis RailsInstalling the Rails to the Chassis Installing the Rack RailsInstalling the System into a Rack Installing the System into the RackPage Control Panel Buttons PowerReset Chapter System InterfaceOverheat/Fan Fail Control Panel LEDsDrive Carrier LEDs Power FailPage Electrical Safety Precautions Chapter System SafetyGeneral Safety Precautions ESD Precautions Installing the Onboard Battery Operating PrecautionsChapter Advanced Serverboard Setup Unpacking Serverboard InstallationConnecting the Control Panel Connecting CablesConnecting Data Cables Connecting Power CablesI/O Ports Control Panel Header PinsInstalling an LGA 2011 Processor Processor and Heatsink InstallationGently push down to pop the load plate open Lever Lock Bottom View Installing a CPU HeatsinkTop View Side ViewRemoving the Heatsink Installing & Removing DIMMs Installing Memory ModulesProcessor and Memory Module Population Processors and their Corresponding Dimm SlotsRdimm Memory Support Udimm Memory Support1DPC/2DPC Lrdimm Memory SupportDimm Adding PCI Add-On Cards Installing an Add-on Card4a. X9DA7 Layout Serverboard DetailsX9DAi X9DA7/X9DAi Quick Reference Jumper Description Default SettingConnector Description Description State Status Standby PWR LED Green On SB Power OnPower Button Connector DefinitionsMain ATX Power Supply Connector Processor Power ConnectorsChassis Intrusion Power On LEDOverheat/Fan Fail LED OH Internal Speaker Power LED/SpeakerFan Headers TPM Header/Port Standby Power HeaderPower SMB I2C Connector Sgpio Header Ieee 1394a1/ 1394a2 ConnectorsDOM Power Connector Simbmc Slot SPDIFIn/SPDIFOut HeadersCmos Clear Jumper SettingsExplanation of Jumpers Write Protect Enable/Disable Glan Enable/DisableWatch Dog Enable/Disable Ieee 1394a Enable/DisableJtag Scan Manufacture ModeSMB Enable/Disable LAN1/2 LEDs Onboard IndicatorsOnboard Power LED SAS2 Ports SAS and Sata PortsSata Ports Installing Software SuperDoctor Supero Doctor III Interface Display Screen Remote Control Page Chapter Advanced Chassis Setup Chassis Front View Front Control Panel Overheat/Fan Fail Power FailReplacing Chassis Cooling Fans System FansFan Failure Removing a Chassis Fan Installing/Removing SAS/SATA Drives Drive Bay InstallationRemoving a SAS/SATA Drive Carrier SAS/SATA BackplaneRemoving the Empty Drive Bay Installing Components in the 5.25 Drive BaysPower Supply Failure Power SupplyPage Introduction Starting Bios Setup UtilityChapter Starting the Setup Utility Main SetupHow To Change the Configuration Data Memory Information Total Memory System Date/System TimeSMC Version SMC Build DateXBoot Features Advanced Setup ConfigurationsXSocket 0 CPU Information/Socket 1 CPU Information Power ConfigurationCPU Configuration Active Processor Cores CPU Speed64-bit Hyper-threadingDCU IP Prefetcher Hardware Prefetcher Available when supported by the CPUL1 Data Prefetch Available when supported by the CPU DCU Streamer Prefetcher Available when supported by the CPUEuP Xcpu Power Management ConfigurationPower Technology Turbo ModeShort Duration Power Limit Factory Long Duration Power LimitLong Duration Power Limit Recommended Short Duration PowerXioh Configuration XChipset Configuration XNorth BridgeXqpi Configuration QPI Link Frequency Select QPI Quick Path Interconnect Link Speed ModeCurrent Memory Mode Memory ModeDDR Speed Dram Rapl ModePerfmon and DFX Devices Mpst SupportXSouth Bridge Configuration Audio Configuration Xsata Configuration XPCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration Xscu ConfigurationAspm Support SERR# GenerationMaximum Payload Maximum Read RequestXSerial Port Console Redirection XConsole Redirection SettingsXSuper IO Configuration XSerial Port 0 ConfigurationParity Terminal TypeBits Per second Data BitsPutty Keypad Recorder ModeResolution Legacy OS RedirectionXHardware Health Configuration Fan Speed Control ModeCPU Temperature Display Mode CPU 1 Temperature/CPU 2 TemperatureXacpi Setting XTrusted Computing Available if a TPM device is installed Event Logs XChange Smbios Event Log SettingsView Smbios Event Log Erasing Settings Erase Event LogWhen Log is Full Smbios Event Log Standard Settings Log System Boot EventNetwork Device BBS Priorities, Hard Drive BBS Priorities BootXDelete Boot Option Security Administrator PasswordUser Password Save Options Save Changes Save Changes and ResetSave & Exit Discard Changes and ExitBoot Override Restore DefaultsSave as User Defaults Restore User DefaultsBeep Code/LED Appendix a Bios Error Beep CodesError Message Page Appendix B System Specifications BiosWeight Appendix B System Specifications

7047A-73, 7047A-T specifications

The SUPER MICRO Computer 7047A-T and 7047A-73 are powerful and versatile server solutions designed to cater to a wide range of enterprise-level applications. These servers are ideal for demanding workloads, including virtualization, data analytics, and high-performance computing. They are part of the Supermicro SYS-7047A series, known for their exceptional reliability, scalability, and functionality.

One of the prominent features of the 7047A-T and 7047A-73 is their support for Intel Xeon processors. With dual-socket capabilities, these servers can accommodate up to 24 cores per CPU, providing substantial processing power for any application. The ability to use the latest Intel Xeon Scalable processors ensures that these servers can handle modern workloads efficiently and cost-effectively.

In terms of memory, the 7047A series supports up to 1TB of DDR4 RAM across 16 DIMM slots, enabling high memory bandwidth and capacity. This is particularly advantageous for memory-intensive applications such as database management systems and in-memory computing. The support for error-correcting code (ECC) memory enhances system reliability, which is crucial for enterprise environments.

The 7047A-T and 7047A-73 also feature multiple storage options, supporting up to 12 SATA drives and up to 6 NVMe drives, depending on the configuration. This flexibility allows users to customize their storage according to their specific needs, whether leveraging traditional hard drives for bulk storage or opting for SSDs for faster data access and retrieval speeds. Additionally, RAID support enhances data redundancy and performance, contributing to data integrity.

Networking is another strong suit of these servers. They come equipped with dual 10GbE LAN ports, providing high-speed connectivity to facilitate data transfer and communication between devices. This is crucial for applications that require rapid access to data across networks, such as cloud services or clustered computing environments.

Cooling efficiency has also been prioritized in the design of the 7047A series. Intelligent cooling technology helps maintain optimal operating temperatures by adjusting fan speeds based on workload demands. This not only ensures stable performance under load but also prolongs the lifespan of hardware components.

In summary, the SUPER MICRO Computer 7047A-T and 7047A-73 are robust servers designed to meet the high demands of modern enterprise applications. With powerful dual-socket Intel Xeon processors, substantial memory capacity, versatile storage options, advanced networking capabilities, and efficient cooling solutions, these servers are well-equipped to handle a variety of computing tasks, making them a compelling choice for businesses looking to enhance their IT infrastructure.