Front of Server System

Mini Control Panel

The diagram below shows the features available on the mini control panel. The mini control panel is one of three required control options that can be selected. The other options are the standard control panel or the Intel® Local Control Panel. For instructions on installing the control panel, see “Replacing the Control Panel”.

A B C D

G F E

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Callout

Feature

Function

 

 

 

A.

System Identification

Solid blue indicates system identification is active.

 

LED

No light indicates system identification is not activated.

 

 

 

 

 

B.

System Status LED

Solid green indicates normal operation.

 

 

Blinking green indicates degraded performance.

 

 

Solid amber indicates a critical or non-recoverable condition.

 

 

Blinking amber indicates a non-critical condition.

 

 

No light indicates POST is running or the system is off.

 

 

 

C.

Power/Sleep LED

Continuous green light indicates the system has power applied to

 

 

it.

 

 

Blinking green indicates the system is in S1 sleep state.

 

 

No light indicates the power is off / is in ACPI S4 or S5 state.

 

 

 

D.

Power/Sleep Button

Powers on/off the system.

 

 

Puts the system in an ACPI sleep state.

 

 

 

E.

NMI Button

Puts the server in a halt-state for diagnostic purposes

 

 

 

F.

System Identification

Turns on/off the system identification LED.

 

Button

 

 

 

 

G.

USB 2.0 Port

Allows you to attach a USB component to the front of the system.

 

 

 

Figure 10. Mini Control Panel

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SR1550AL, SR1550ALSAS specifications

The Intel SR1550ALSAS and SR1550AL servers are designed to provide reliable and high-performing solutions for various enterprise applications. Built on Intel's robust architecture, these server systems cater to businesses seeking efficient data management, scalable infrastructure, and effective virtualization support.

One of the main features of the SR1550 series is its dual-socket capability, accommodating Intel Xeon processors, which deliver exceptional multi-threaded performance. This allows organizations to enhance processing power to handle demanding workloads effectively, such as databases, transactional applications, and virtualization tasks. The server can support a significant amount of RAM, typically up to 512 GB of DDR3 memory, ensuring ample resources for modern applications requiring substantial memory bandwidth.

The SR1550 model comes equipped with various storage options to support large data sets. With support for multiple SATA and SAS drives, users can configure the server to meet their performance needs, whether it is for fast access speeds or high-capacity storage requirements. Hot-swap drive bays improve maintenance efficiency, allowing administrators to replace drives without downtime.

In terms of connectivity, the SR1550 servers feature multiple Ethernet ports and expansion slots, providing flexibility for network configurations and the integration of additional components. The server supports PCIe slots for adding GPUs, RAID controllers, or additional network interfaces, enhancing versatility and performance for various use cases.

The SR1550 series also incorporates advanced management features to simplify administration. The Intel Integrated Lights Out Manager (ILOM) allows remote monitoring and management, which is crucial for maintaining uptime and performing troubleshooting without physical access to the hardware.

Another significant characteristic is the design's attention to energy efficiency. Intel's architecture optimizes power consumption, and advanced cooling techniques ensure that the system operates under thermal thresholds, thus maximizing performance while managing energy usage effectively.

In summary, the Intel SR1550ALSAS and SR1550AL servers combine a powerful processor architecture, scalability, extensive storage options, comprehensive management features, and energy efficiency. These characteristics make them suitable for diverse applications, ensuring that businesses can meet their performance and reliability needs in an ever-evolving IT landscape.