Server Management

Intel® Server Board SE7501WV2 TPS

5.Server Management

The SE7501WV2 server management features are implemented using the Sahalee server board management controller chip. The Sahalee BMC is an ASIC packaged in a 156-pin BGA that contains a 32-bit RISC processor core and associated peripherals. The following diagram illustrates the SE7501WV2 server management architecture.

Chassis Intrusion

Front Panel NMI Switch

System Identify Button

Reset Button

Power Button

Fault Status LED

Drive Activity/Fault LED

System Identify LED

Power LED

Network Activity LEDs

FRU Replacement LEDs

FAN FRU LEDs are driven by the baseboard, but the actual LEDs are off-board, typically located near the corresponding fans.

 

 

Front Panel Connectors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BASEBOARD

 

 

 

 

PROCESSOR SOCKETS

IERR (2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aux. IPMB

 

 

 

 

(2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIMM SPD (6)

 

 

 

 

 

Connector

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thermal Trip (2)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(6)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hot-swap

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NIC #2

 

 

CPU 'Core' Temp (2)

CPU Voltage (2)

 

 

 

Backplane

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Header

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CPU Present (2)

 

 

 

 

ICMB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NIC #1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transceiver

 

Management Busses

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Header

 

 

GTL 1.25V

 

 

 

 

 

COM2

COM1

 

 

Baseboard

 

 

 

 

 

'debug'

 

 

 

Temp 1

 

 

 

 

Temperature

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Header

 

Chip Set

Logic 2.5V

 

 

 

 

Sensor

 

BBD COM1

 

 

 

 

ATA Board

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MUX

BBD COM2

 

PCI PME

Private

FANs (6)

 

(6)

FRU Info

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connector

 

COM 2

COMM

EMP

 

 

 

FAN Pack

 

(5)

 

To Power

 

INTELLIGENT PLATFORM

Connector

 

 

Distribution

 

 

 

 

 

MANAGEMENT BUS (IPMB)

 

 

 

 

 

Board

 

RI (Wake-on-Ring)

 

 

 

 

 

Power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chassis

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intrusion

 

 

 

5V

 

 

 

 

 

Non-volatile, read-write storage

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SYSTEM

SENSOR

FRU INFO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12V

 

 

BASEBOARD

 

 

EVENT

DATA

& CONFIG

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOG

 

RECORDS

DEFAULTS

 

 

 

 

 

 

MANAGEMENT

 

 

 

 

 

3.3V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-12V

 

 

CONTROLLER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(BMC)

 

 

CODE

 

RAM

- Chassis ID

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chip Set 1.2V

System I/F

 

 

(updateable)

- Baseboard ID

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.3V Standby

PORTS

 

 

 

 

 

- Power State

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LVDS-A Term. 1

SMM-

SMS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Platform

 

 

 

 

LVDS-A Term. 2

BIOS

 

 

 

 

NMI

 

 

 

I/F

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I/F

 

 

 

Management

 

 

 

LVDS-B Term. 1

System Bus

Chip set NMIs

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interrupt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SMI

 

 

 

LVDS-B Term. 2

 

 

 

Chip set SMI

 

Routing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 9. Intel® Server Board SE7501WV2 Sahalee BMC Block Diagram

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SE7501WV2 specifications

The Intel SE7501WV2 is a versatile server motherboard designed to meet the demanding needs of modern computing environments. Engineered with a focus on performance, reliability, and flexibility, this motherboard is tailored for a range of applications, from entry-level servers to high-performance computing tasks.

One of the main features of the SE7501WV2 is its support for Intel's Xeon processors, specifically those based on the Netburst architecture. This compatibility allows for powerful multi-threaded processing capabilities, making it ideal for businesses seeking to optimize their server performance. The motherboard supports dual CPU configurations, enabling up to two processors to work simultaneously, thereby increasing computational power and efficiency.

The motherboard incorporates Intel's advanced server management technologies such as Intel Active Monitoring Technology, which helps in monitoring system health and optimizing power usage. Additionally, it features Intel's I/O Acceleration Technology, which enhances data throughput and reduces latencies, ensuring that applications run smoothly and efficiently.

Another significant characteristic of the SE7501WV2 is the memory capacity it offers. With support for up to 16 GB of ECC (Error-Correcting Code) DDR SDRAM, the motherboard helps in maintaining system stability during high workloads. The ECC memory not only prevents data corruption but also significantly enhances the reliability of mission-critical applications.

For connectivity, the SE7501WV2 comes equipped with multiple PCI-X slots, enabling the addition of various expansion cards for network, storage, and graphic capabilities. This expandability is crucial for enterprises that need to adapt their server architecture to evolving workloads.

Moreover, the SE7501WV2 features integrated high-performance RAID support, improving data redundancy and performance. This feature is essential for organizations that prioritize data security and require robust backup solutions.

In terms of power management, the motherboard supports advanced power features that help reduce operational costs while maximizing performance. The design ensures efficient power consumption, allowing it to run cooler and quieter, which is particularly beneficial for noisy data center environments.

In conclusion, the Intel SE7501WV2 motherboard is designed for those who require robust performance, reliability, and flexibility in server applications. With its support for dual Xeon processors, extensive memory capabilities, advanced management technologies, and expandability, it stands out as a solid solution for many enterprise-level computing needs.
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