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iii Preface Preface About This Manual This manual is written for professional system integrators and PC technicians. It provides information for the installation and use of the SuperServer 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only .
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL iv Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Refer to Chapter 6 for detailed information on the SC217HQ+-R2K02B server chassis.
v SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Notes.
vi T able of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Serverboard Features ..........................................................
vii 2-5 Installing the System into a Rack ................................................................... 2-4 Identifying the Sections of the Rack Rails ...................................................... 2-4 Locking T abs .....................
viii 5-4 Processor and Heatsink Installation ................................................................ 5-4 Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink ................................................................. 5-8 Removing the Heatsink ...........
Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction ...................................................................................................... 7-1 Starting BIOS Setup Utility .............................................................................. 7-1 How T o Change the Conguration Data .
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Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview The SuperServer 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR is a high-end server comprised of two main subsystems: the SC217HQ+-R2K02B 2U server chassis and the X10DRT -P/PT/PIBF dual processor serverboard in four hot-swap nodes.
1-2 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 1-2 Serverboard Features At the heart of the SuperServer 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR lies the X10DRT -P/PT/PIBF , a dual processor serverboard based on the Intel® PCH C612 chipset and designed to provide maximum performance.
1-3 Chapter 1: Introduction I/O ports include a VGA (monitor) port, two USB 3.0 ports (additional one internal USB headers are included on the serverboard), an IPMI dedicated LAN port and two Ethernet ports. Note: For IPMI Conguration Instructions, please refer to the Embedded BMC Configuration User's Guide available at http://www .
1-4 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Front Control Panel SC217HQ+-R2K02B chassis includes four front panels on the handles of the chassis which control each of the systems. Each control panel on the SuperServer 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR provides you with system monitoring and control for one server node.
1-5 Chapter 1: Introduction Figure 1-1. Intel PCH C612 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly repre - sent the features on your serverboard. See the previous pages for the actual specications of your serverboard.
1-6 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 1-5 Contacting Supermicro Headquarters Address: Super Micro Computer , Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. T el: +1 (408) 503-8000 Fax: +1 (408) 503-8008 Email: marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.
1-7 Chapter 1: Introduction 1-6 2U T win 2 : System Notes As a 2U T win 2 conguration, the SuperServer 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR is a unique server system. With four system boards incorporated into a single chassis acting as four separate nodes, there are several points you should keep in mind.
1-8 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Notes.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 2-1 Chapter 2 Server Installation 2-1 Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your SuperServer 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR up and running. Following these steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimum amount of time.
2-2 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Choosing a Setup Location • Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to open the front door completely (~25 inches) and approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for sufcient airow and ease in servicing.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 2-3 Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating T emperature If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly , the ambient operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the ambient temperature of the room.
2-4 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 2-5 Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR into a rack unit with the rails provided.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 2-5 Figure 2-2. Extending and Releasing the Inner Rail Locking T abs Each inner rail has a locking tab. This tab locks the chassis into place when installed and pushed fully into the rack. These tabs also lock the chassis in place when fully extended from the rack.
2-6 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Figure 2-3. Installing the Inner Rails Installing The Inner Rails on the Chassis T o install the inner rails, use the procedure below . Installing the Inner Rails (Figures 2-3 and 2-4) 1. Conrm that the left and right inner rails have been correctly identied.
Chapter 2: Server Installation 2-7 Figure 2-5. Extending and Releasing the Outer Rails 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 21D01 L-min=676.00(26.61")(outer rail) Installing the Outer Rails on the Rack Use the procedure below to install the outer rails onto the rack.
2-8 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Figure 2-6. Installing into a Rack Ball-Bearing Shuttle Standard Chassis Installation Installing the Chassis into a Rack (Figure 2-6) 1. Conrm that the inner rails are properly installed on the chassis.
Chapter 3: System Interface 3-1 Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel and on the drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system. SC217 models include four front panels on the handles of the chassis which control each of the systems.
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 3-2 3-2 Control Panel Button Alert This LED is illuminated when an alert condition occurs. • A solid red light indicates an overheat condition in the system. • A ashing red light which ashes in one second intervals indicates a fan failure.
Chapter 3: System Interface 3-3 • A ashing red light which ashes in four second interfals indicates a power failure. When notied of an alert, check the routing of the cables and make sure all fans are present and operating normally . Y ou should also check to make sure that the chassis covers and air shrouds are installed.
SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 3-4 Notes.
4-1 Chapter 4: W arning Statements for AC Systems Chapter 4 Standardized W arning Statements for AC Systems 4-1 About Standardized W arning Statements The following statements are industry standard warnings, provided to warn the user of situations which have the potential for bodily injury .
4-2 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL W arnung WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Dieses W arnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr . Sie benden sich in einer Situation, die zu V erletzungen führen kann.
4-3 W arning Statements for AC Systems 안전을 위한 주의사항 경고! 이 경고 기호는 위험이 있음을 알려 줍니다. 작업자의 신체에 부상을 야기 할 수 있는 상태에 있게 됩니다.
4-4 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Installation Instructions W arning! Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source.
4-5 Chapter 4: W arning Statements for AC Systems Circuit Breaker W arning! This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection.
4-6 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Power Disconnection W arning W arning! The system must be disconnected from all sources of power and the power cord removed from the power supply module(s) before accessing the chassis interior to install or remove system components.
4-7 Chapter 4: W arning Statements for AC Systems W arnung Das System muss von allen Quellen der Energie und vom Netzanschlusskabel getrennt sein, das von den Spg.V ersorgungsteilmodulen entfernt wird, bevor es auf den Chassisinnenraum zurückgreift, um Systemsbestandteile anzubringen oder zu entfernen.
4-8 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Equipment Installation W arning! Only trained and qualied personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
4-9 Chapter 4: W arning Statements for AC Systems Restricted Area W arning! This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key , or other means of security .
4-10 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Battery Handling W arning! There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly .
4-1 1 Chapter 4: W arning Statements for AC Systems W arnung Bei Einsetzen einer falschen Batterie besteht Explosionsgefahr . Ersetzen Sie die Batterie nur durch den gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Batterietyp. Entsorgen Sie die benutzten Batterien nach den Anweisungen des Herstellers.
4-12 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Redundant Power Supplies W arning! This unit might have more than one power supply connection.
4-13 Chapter 4: W arning Statements for AC Systems Backplane V oltage W arning! Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating.
4-14 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Comply with Local and National Electrical Codes W arning! Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes.
4-15 Chapter 4: W arning Statements for AC Systems Product Disposal W arning! Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.
4-16 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL W arnung Die Entsorgung dieses Produkts sollte gemäß allen Bestimmungen und Gesetzen des Landes erfolgen. ¡Advertencia! Al deshacerse por completo de este producto debe seguir todas las leyes y reglamentos nacionales.
4-17 Chapter 4: W arning Statements for AC Systems !הרהזא יקלח תא םיריסמ רשאכ שי .םידבוע ןיידע םיררוואמהו ןכתי ,זראמהמ ררוואמה קיחרהל.
4-18 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Power Cable and AC Adapter Warning! When installing the product, use the provided or designated connection cables, power cables and AC adaptors. Using any other cables and adaptors could cause a malfunction or a re.
4-19 Chapter 4: W arning Statements for AC Systems ¡Advertencia! Al instalar el producto, utilice los cables de conexión previstos o designados, los cables y adaptadores de CA. La utilización de otros cables y adaptadores podría ocasionar un mal funcionamiento o un incendio.
4-20 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL W aarschuwing Bij het installeren van het product, gebruik de meegeleverde of aangewezen kabels, stroomkabels en adapters. Het gebruik van andere kabels en adapters kan leiden tot een storing of een brand.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-1 Chapter 5 Advanced Serverboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install the X10DR T -P/PT/PIBF serverboard into the chassis, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All serverboard jumpers and connections are also described.
5-2 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 5-2 Connecting Cables Now that the processors are installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the serverboard.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-3 5-3 Rear I/O Ports See Figure 5-1 below for the and locations of the various rear I/O ports and the UID switch. Figure 5-1. Rear I/O Ports Rear I/O Port Locations and Denitions 1. Dedicated IPMI LAN 2. Back Panel USB 3.
5-4 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 5-4 Processor and Heatsink Installation Notes: • Always remove the power cord before adding, removing or changing a CPU.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-5 3. Wit h th e sec o nd leve r ful ly retr ac ted, g ent ly pus h dow n on the " O pen 1st " lever to l oo sen the l oad p late. L if t t he lo ad plate wit h your nge rs to o pe n i t completely .
5-6 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 8. Make sure the locking mechanism on the "Close 1st" lever catches the lip of the load plate. Close and lock the "Close 1st" lever . Push down and lock the lever labeled "Open 1st" OPEN 1st OPEN 1st Push down and lock the lever labeled "Close 1st".
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-7 Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink 1. Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die -- the required amount has already been applied. 2. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the Serverboard's and the Heatsink Bracket underneath.
5-8 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Removing the Heatsink Caution: We DO NOT recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However , if you do need to uninstall the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to prevent damage to the CPU or the CPU socket.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-9 5-5 Installing Memory Installing Memory 1. Insert each memory module vertically into its slot, paying attention to the notch along the bottom of the module to prevent inserting the module incorrectly (see Figure 5-2).
5-10 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Processor & Memory Module Population Conguration For th e mem or y to work p ro pe rl y , fol low t he t abl es b elo w whe n po pula tin g the DIMM slots.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-1 1 5-6 Adding PCI Expansion Cards The 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR includes one preinstalled riser card per node, designed specically for use in the SC217HQ+-R2K02B 2U rackmount chassis. This riser card supports one low-prole PCI Express x16 card to t inside the chassis for each node.
5-12 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 5-7 Serverboard Details Figure 5-3. X10DRT -P/PT/PIBF Serverboard Layout (not drawn to scale) Notes • " " indicates the location of Pin 1. • Jumpers/LEDs not indicated are for testing purposes only .
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-13 X10DRT -P/PT/PIBF Quick Reference Jumper Description Default Setting JBT1 Clear CMOS See Section 5-9 JPB1 BMC Enabled Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPG1 VGA Enabled Pin.
5-14 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 5-8 Connector Denitions Ethernet LAN Ports T wo Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN1/2) are located on the I/O backplane on theX10DRT -P and X10DRT -PIBF . The X10DRT -PT features two 10 Gb Ethernet ports, also designated LAN1/2.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-15 VGA Port A VGA (video) port is provided on the I/O backplane. This connector is used to provide video and CRT display . IPMB I 2 C SMB A System Management Bus header for the IPMI slot is located at JIPMB1. Connect an appropriate cable here to use the IPMB I 2 C connection on your system.
5-16 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Fan Header Pin Denitions Pin# Denition 1 Ground 2 +12V 3 T achometer 4 PWR Modulation Fan Headers This serverboard has two system fan headers (Fan 3/Fan 4). These 4-pin fans headers are backward compatible with traditional 3-pin fans.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-17 5-9 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers T o modify the operation of the serverboard, jumpers can be used to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the connector .
5-18 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL W atch Dog Enable/Disable W atch Dog (JWD1) is a system monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Close pins 1-2 to reset the system if an application hangs. Close pins 2-3 to generate non-maskable interrupt signals for the application that hangs.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-19 5-10 Onboard Indicators IPMI Dedicated LAN Port LEDs In addition to the Gigabit Ethernet ports, an IPMI Dedicated LAN is also located above USB ports 0/1. The amber LED on the right indicates activity , while the link LED on the left indicates the speed of the connection.
5-20 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL InniBand Link LED (Green) Status Color Status Denition Green Solid InniBand Connected Off O ff No connection InniBand Activity LED .
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-21 5-1 1 PCI-Express and SA T A Conn ections S-SA T A 0-2/CPU2_PCI-Express 3.0 x16 Slot (SXB1) A CPU2_PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slot and S-SA T A 0-2 connections are located on the serverboard. I-SA T A 0-5/CPU1_PCI-Express 3.
5-22 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Figure 5-6. Driver/T ool Installation Display Screen 5-12 Installing Software The Supermicro ftp site contains drivers and utilities for your system at ftp://ftp. supermicro.com . Some of these must be installed, such as the chipset driver .
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-23 SuperDoctor® 5 The Supermicro SuperDoctor 5 is a program that functions in a command-line or web-based interface in Windows and Linux operating systems.
5-24 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 5-13 Onboard Battery Please handle used batteries carefully . Do not damage the battery in any way; a damaged battery may release hazardous materials into the environment. Do not discard a used battery in the garbage or a public landll.
Chapter 5: Advanced Serverboard Setup 5-25 Notes.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-1 Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the SC217HQ+-R2K02B chassis. For component installation, follow the steps in the order given to eliminate the most common problems encountered.
6-2 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 6-2 Control Panel The control panel is located on the front of the chassis. The LEDs inform you of system status.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-3 6-3 Chassis Cover Before operating the SC217HQ+ chassis for the rst time, it is important to remove the protective lm covering the top of the chassis, in order to allow for proper ventilation and cooling. Removing the Chassis Cover and Protective Film (Figure 6-2) 1.
6-4 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 6-4 Air Shrouds Air shrouds concentrate airow to maximize fan efciency . The SC217HQ+ chassis requires air shrouds for each serverboard node. Air shrouds vary depending upon the serverboard used.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-5 6-5 Checking the Airow Checking Airow 1. Make sure there are no objects obstructing the airow in and out of the chassis. In addition, if you are using a front bezel, make sure the bezel's lter is replaced periodically .
6-6 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Changing a System Fan 1. If necessary , open the chassis while the power is running to determine which fan has failed. (Never run the server for an extended period of time with the chassis cover open.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-7 Figure 6-5. Replacing a System Fan in the Fan Housing.
6-8 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 6-7 Removing and Installing the Backplane The SC217HQ+ chassis backplane is located behind the hard drives and in front of the front system fans. Although backplane failure rarely occurs, in the event of a backplane failure, follow the instructions below .
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-9 6. Loosen the three screws in the spring bar, located on the oor of the chassis, indicated by the arrows below (Figure 6-7). 7. Gently ease the backplane up and out of the chassis at a slight angle (Figure 6-8.
6-10 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Figure 6-9. Installing the Backplane Installing the Backplane Installing the Backplane into the Chassis (Figure 6-9) 1.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-1 1 6-8 Installing the Serverboard I/O Shield The I/O shield holds the serverboard ports in place. The I/O shield does not require installation. Permanent and Optional Standoffs Standoffs prevent short circuits by creating space between the serverboard and the chassis surface.
6-12 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 9. Connect the cables between the serverboard, backplane, chassis, front panel, and power supply , as needed. Also, fans may be temporarily removed to allow access to the backplane ports. 10. Replace the expansion card bracket and secure the bracket with a screw.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-13 Figure 6-1 1. Installing the Serverboard in the Serverboard Node Drawer.
6-14 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Figure 6-12. Adapter Card Installation 6-9 Adapter Card Replacement Each serverboard drawer comes equipped with an adapter card which plugs into the backplane. In the unlikely event that the adapter card needs to be replaced, installation requires only a Phillips head screwdriver .
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-15 Expansion Card/PCI Slot Setup The SC217HQ+ chassis supports one low-prole expansion PCI slot for each node, for a total of four PCI slots in the chassis. T o install a low-prole PCI card, follow the following instructions.
6-16 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Installing Expansion Cards (Figure 6-14) 1. Disconnect the chassis from any power source, lay the chassis on a at surface, and open the chassis cover . 2. Pull out the serverboard node drawer from the chassis.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-17 6-10 Drive Bay Installation/Remo val Accessing the Drive Bays SA T A Drives: Y ou do not need to access the inside of the chassis or remove power to replace or swap SAS/SA T A drives. Proceed to the next step for instructions.
6-18 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Removing Hard Drive Trays from the Chassis (Figure 6-16) 1. Press the release button on the drive tray . This extends the drive bay handle. 2. Use the handle to pull the drive out of the chassis.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-19 Figure 6-17. Chassis Drive T ray Installing a Drive into the Hard Drive Tray The drives are mounted in drive carriers to simplify their installation and removal from the chassis. These carriers also help promote proper airow for the drive bays.
6-20 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 6-1 1 Power Supply The SC217HQ+ chassis includes two 2000 W att power supplies. This power supply is auto-switching capable. This enables it to automatically sense and operate at a 100v to 240v input voltage.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-1 Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMI BIOS setup utility for the X10DR T -P/PT/PIBF . The ROM BIOS is stored in a Flash EEPROM and can be easily updated. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AMI BIOS setup utility screens.
7-2 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL How to Start the Setup Utility Normally , the only visible Power-On Self-T est (POST) routine is the memory test. As the memory is being tested, press the <Delete> key to enter the main menu of the AMI BIOS setup utility .
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-3 The following Main menu items will be displayed: System Date/System Time Use this option to change the system date and time. Highlight System Date or System T ime using the arrow keys. Enter new values using the keyboard. Press the <T ab> key or the arrow keys to move between elds.
7-4 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 7-3 Advanced Setup Congurations Use the arrow keys to select Advanced setup and press <Enter> to access the submenu items: W arning : T ake Caution when changing the Advanced settings.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-5 W ait For 'F1' If Error Select Enabled to force the sys tem to wa it unt il th e ' F 1' key is pre sse d if a n er ro r oc cu rs. T he o pti ons a re D isa ble d and Enabled . INT19 (Interrupt 19) T rap Response Interrupt 19 is the software interrupt that handles the boot disk function.
7-6 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL CPU Conguration This submenu displays the following CPU information as detected by the BIOS.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-7 Hardware Prefetcher (A vailable when supported by the CPU) If set to Enable, the hardware prefetcher will prefetch streams of data and instruc - tions from the main memory to the L2 cache to improve CPU performance. The options are Disable and Enable .
7-8 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL X2 APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller) Based on Intel's Hyper-Threading architecture, each logical processor (thread) is assigned 256 APIC IDs (APIDs) in 8-bit bandwidth.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-9 P-state Coordination This feature is used to change the P-state (Power-Performance State) coordi - nation type. P-state is also known as "SpeedStep" for Intel processors. Select HW_ALL to change the P-state coordination type for hardware components only .
7-10 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Chipset Conguration W arning! Please set the correct settings for the items below. A wrong conguration setting may cause the system to become malfunction. North Bridge This feature allows the user to congure the settings for the Intel North Bridge.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-1 1 IOU0 (II0 PCIe Port 2) This item congures the PCI-E port Bifuraction setting for a PCI-E port specied by the user . The options are x4x4x4x4, x4x4x8, x8x4x4, x8x8, x16, and Auto . PORT 2A Link Speed This item congures the link speed of a PCI-E port specied by the user .
7-12 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Intel VT for Directed I/O (VT -d) Intel VT for Direct I/O (VT -d) Intel ® VT for Directed I/O (VT -d) Select Enable to use Intel Virtualiz.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-13 Link Speed Mode Use this item to select the data transfer speed for QPI Link connections. The options are Fast and Slow . Link Frequency Select Use this item to select the desired frequency for QPI Link connections. The op - tions are 6.
7-14 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Data Scrambling Select Enabled to enable data scrambling to enhance system performance and data integrity . The options are Auto , Disabled and Enabled. DRAM RAPL (Running A verage Power Limit) Baseline Use this feature to set the run-time power-limit baseline for DRAM modules.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-15 the same set of operations in parallel to boost performance. The options are Disable , Mirror , and Lockstep Mode. Lockstep x4 DIMMs Select Enable to enable Lockstep support for x4 DIMM modules. The options are Auto , Disabled, and Enabled.
7-16 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL South Bridge The following South Bridge information will display: USB Conguration • USB Module V ersion • USB Devices Legacy USB Support Select Enabled to support onboard legacy USB devices.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-17 EHCI2 Select Enabled to enable EHCI (Enhanced Host Controller Interface) support on USB 3.0 connector #2 (-at least one USB 2.0 connector should be enabled for EHCI support.
7-18 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL SA T A Conguration When this submenu is selected, AMI BIOS automatically detects the presence of the SA T A devices that are supported b.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-19 Port 0 ~ Port 5 SA T A Device T ype Use this item to specify if the SA T A port specied by the user should be con - nected to a Solid State drive or a Hard Disk Drive.
7-20 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Port 0 ~ Port 5 Hot Plug Select Enabled to enable hot-plugging support for a port specied by the user , which will allow the user to replace a SA T A disk drive installed on this port without shutting down the system.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-21 • Software Preserve Support sSA T A Port 0~ Port 3 Select Enabled to enable an sSA T A port specied by the user . The options are Disabled and Enabled.
7-22 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL sSA T A RAID Option ROM/UEFI Driver Select EFI to load the EFI driver for system boot. Select Legacy to load a legacy driver for system boot.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-23 • ME Firmware Status #2 • Current State • Error Code PCIe/PCI/PnP Conguration The following PCI information will be displayed: • PCI Bus Driver V ersion • PCI Device Common Settings PCI Latency Timer Use this item to congure the PCI latency timer for a device installed on a PCI bus.
7-24 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Maximum Read Request Select Auto for the system BIOS to automatically set the maximum size for a read request for a PCI-E device to enhance system performance. The options are Auto , 128 Bytes, 256 Bytes, 512 Bytes, 1024 Bytes, 2048 Bytes, and 4096 Bytes.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-25 Network Stack Sel ec t Enab led t o ena ble PXE ( Pre boo t Exe cut io n Envir onm ent) or U EFI (Uni - e d E x tens ibl e Fi rm ware Inter fac e ) f or n et wo rk st ack supp or t.
7-26 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL *If the item above set to Enabled, the following items will become available for conguration: COM1 Console Redirection Settings T erminal T ype This feature allows the user to select the target terminal emulation type for Con - sole Redirection.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-27 VT -UTF8 Combo Key Support Select Enabled to enable VT -UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. The options are Enabled and Disabled . Recorder Mode Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text messages to a remote server .
7-28 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL SOL/COM2 Console Redirection Settings Use this feature to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client computer , which is the remote computer used by the user . T erminal T ype Use this feature to select the target terminal emulation type for Console Redirec - tion.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-29 VT -UTF8 Combo Key Support Select Enabled to enable VT -UTF8 Combination Key support for ANSI/VT100 terminals. The options are Enabled and Disabled . Recorder Mode Select Enabled to capture the data displayed on a terminal and send it as text messages to a remote server .
7-30 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL EMS Console Redirection Settings (A vailable when EMS Console Redirection is enabled) Use this feature to specify how the host computer will exchange data with the client computer , which is the remote computer used by the user .
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-31 port to enhance data integrity and network security . Please reboot the system for a change on this setting to take effect. The options are Enabled and Disabled . TPM State Select Enabled to use TPM (T rusted Platform Module) settings to enhance system data security .
7-32 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 7-4 Ev ent Logs Use this feature to congure Event Log settings. Change SMBIOS Event Log Settings This feature allows the user to congure SMBIOS Event settings.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-33 Erasing Settings Erase Event Log Select Y es to erase all error events in the SMBIOS (System Management BIOS) log before an event logging is initialized at bootup. The options are No and Y es. When Log is Full Select Erase Immediately to immediately erase all errors in the SMBIOS event log when the event log is full.
7-34 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 7 -5 IPMI Use this feature to congure Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) settings. BMC (BaseBoard Management Controller) Firmware Revision This item indicates the BMC rmware revision used in your system.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-35 When SEL is Full This feature allows the user to determine what the AMI BIOS should do when the system event log is full. Select Erase Immediately to erase all events in the log when the system event log is full. The options are Do Nothing and Erase Immediately .
7-36 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL 7-6 Security Settings Thi s menu allows the use r to c on gu re the foll owi ng secu ri t y sett ing s for t he syste m. Password Check Select Setup for the system to prompt for a password upon entering the BIOS setup utility .
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-37 7-7 Boot Settings Use thi s f eatu re to c o ng ure Bo ot Sett ing s: Boot Conguration Setup Prompt Timeout Use this item to indicate how many seconds the system shall wait for the BIOS setup activation key to respond before the system starts to boot.
7-38 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL • Dual Boot Order #7 • Dual Boot Order #8 • Dual Boot Order #9 • Dual Boot Order #10 • Dual Boot Order #1 1 • Dua.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-39 7-8 Save & Exit Select the Save & Exit tab from the BIOS setup screen to congure the settings below . Discard Changes and Exit Select this option to quit the BIOS setup without making any permanent changes to the system conguration, and reboot the computer .
7-40 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Restore Defaults Select this item and press <Enter> to load the manufacture default settings which are designed for maximum system performance but not for maximum stability .
A-1 Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-T est) routines, which are performed each time the system is powered on, errors may occur . Non-fatal errors are those which, in most cases, allow the system to continue the boot-up process.
A-2 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Notes.
B-1 Appendix B: System Specications Appendix B System Specications Note: Unless noted specications apply to a complete system (all serverboards). Processors T wo E5-2600 v3 series processors per node in Socket R LGA 201 1 type sockets Note: please refer to our website for details on supported processors.
B-2 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL Chassis SC217HQ+-R2K02B (2U rackmount) Dimensions: (WxHxD) 17.25 x 3.47 x 28.5 in. (438 x 88 x 724 mm) Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 88 lbs.
B-3 Appendix B: System Specications Notes.
B-4 SUPERSERVER 2028TP-HTR/HTTR/HTFR USER'S MANUAL (continued from front) The products sold by Supermicro are not intended for and will not be used in life support systems, medical equipment, nuc.
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