The NIC LEDs at the right and left of each NIC provide the following information.

Table 3. NIC LED Descriptions

LED

LED State

Description

 

 

 

Left

Off

No network connection

 

 

 

 

Solid Amber

Network connection in place

 

 

 

 

Blinking Amber

Transmit/receive activity

 

 

 

Right

Off

10 Mbps connection (if left LED is on or blinking)

 

 

 

 

Solid Amber

100 Mbps connection

 

 

 

 

Solid Green

1000 Mbps connection

 

 

 

RAID Support

The server system provides an embedded SATA controller that supports both 1.5 and 3.0 Gbps data transfer rates.

The BIOS Setup utility provides multiple drive configuration options on the Advanced ATA Controller setup page, some of which affect the ability to configure RAID. The “Onboard SATA Controller” option is enabled by default. When this option is enabled, the “SATA Mode” option can be set to either Legacy or Enhanced. The Legacy and Enhanced modes affect the RAID configuration as follows:

Legacy supports four disk drives and does not provide RAID support.

Enhanced supports six disk drives and is required for RAID configurations.

When the enhanced mode is selected, you can choose to enable or disable “AHCI Mode” or “Configure SATA as RAID”. Intel® Embedded Server RAID Technology II is enabled by the option, “Configure SATA as RAID.” The Intel® Embedded Server RAID Technology II feature provides RAID modes 0, 1, and 10.

For RAID 0, 1, and 10, enclosure management is provided through the SATA_SGPIO connector on the server board when a cable is attached between this connector on the server board and to the backplane or I2C interface.

If RAID 5 is desired, the optional Intel® RAID Activation Key AXXRAKSW5 can be installed. To enable RAID 5, this activation key is placed on the SATA Key connector that is located at the left side of the server board. For information on how to install the Intel® RAID Activation Key AXXRAKSW5 accessory to enable RAID 5, see the documentation that is included with the accessory kit.

For information on configuring RAID, see the RAID software user’s guide that is included on the Intel® Server Deployment Toolkit 2.0 CD.

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Intel SR2500AL manual RAID Support, LED State Description

SR2500AL specifications

The Intel SR2500AL is a high-performance server chassis designed to support a wide range of enterprise applications. Built on Intel's robust architecture, it aims to deliver exceptional efficiency, reliability, and flexibility, which are paramount in a modern data center environment.

One of the main features of the SR2500AL is its versatility in supporting various Intel server motherboards and processor configurations. The chassis can accommodate dual Intel Xeon processors, thereby enabling high levels of processing power suitable for multi-threaded applications. This dual-processor support is crucial for businesses that require high-performance computing capabilities for tasks such as data analytics, virtualization, and cloud computing.

The SR2500AL supports up to 16 DIMM slots, allowing for substantial memory capacity. This flexibility is crucial for applications that require a large amount of RAM to function efficiently, thereby minimizing bottlenecks and enhancing overall system performance. Furthermore, the chassis supports a wide variety of memory types, including ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory, which enhances system reliability by detecting and correcting common data corruption issues.

In terms of storage, the SR2500AL provides multiple drive bays that can support SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) drives, offering IT administrators the flexibility to configure their storage solutions according to their specific requirements. The server can be configured with both traditional spinning hard drives and solid-state drives, allowing for tailored performance and storage capacity that meets diverse business needs.

Cooling is another critical aspect of the SR2500AL's design. It features advanced thermal management technologies to maintain optimal operating temperatures, thus enhancing the longevity and reliability of the components housed within. The chassis includes multiple strategically placed fans and airflow optimization features that help in the efficient dissipation of heat.

Connectivity is also a strong point for the SR2500AL. It offers a variety of network interface options, enabling seamless data transfer and integration into existing network infrastructures. The chassis can support both Gigabit Ethernet and 10GbE (10 Gigabit Ethernet) networking options, ensuring that businesses can achieve the bandwidth required to maintain high-performance operations.

Overall, the Intel SR2500AL combines powerful processing capabilities, extensive memory support, flexible storage options, and advanced cooling solutions, making it an ideal choice for businesses looking to enhance their infrastructure. With its robust design and thoughtful features, the SR2500AL stands out as a reliable server solution in the demanding landscape of modern enterprise computing.