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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 AS1010S-T server. Installation and maintainance should be performed by experienced technicians only. The AS1010S-T is a high-end server based on the SC811FT-260 1U rackmount chassis and the H8SSL-i, a single processor motherboard that supports AMD Opteron processors and up to 4 GB of unbuffered ECC DDR400/333 SDRAM.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Chapter 4: System Safety You should thoroughly familiarize yourself with this chapter for a general overview of safety precautions that should be followed when installing and servicing the 1010S-T. Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Chapter 5 provides detailed information on the H8SSL-i motherboard, including the locations and functions of connections, headers and jumpers.
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AS1010S-T User's Manual Table of Contents Preface About This Manual ...................................................................................................... iii Manual Organization ................................................................................................... iii Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1 1-2 Motherboard Features ....................................
Table of Contents Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-1 Handling the Motherboard ............................................................................... 5-1 5-2 Mounting the Motherboard into a Chassis ...................................................... 5-2 5-3 Processor and Heatsink Installation ................................................................ 5-2 5-4 Connecting Cables ..........................................................................................
AS1010S-T User's Manual Power Supply Fail Alarm Reset Header ................................................. 5-17 5-10 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................. 5-18 Explanation of Jumpers ........................................................................... 5-18 CMOS Clear ............................................................................................ 5-18 Onboard Speaker Enable/Disable ...............................
Table of Contents Appendices: Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes Appendix C: System Specifications ix
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Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Overview The AS1010S-T is a single processor, mini 1U rackmount server comprised of two main subsystems: the SC811FT-260 chassis and the H8SSL-i motherboard. The H8SSL-i supports a single AMD Opteron 100 series processor in a 939-pin socket and up to 4 GB of unbuffered DDR400/333 SDRAM memory.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 1-2 Motherboard Features At the heart of the 1010S-T lies the H8SSL-i, a single processor motherboard designed to provide maximum performance. Below are the main features of the H8SSL-i. (See Figure 1-1 for a block diagram of the ServerWorks HT-1000 chipset.) Processors The H8SSL-i has an 939-pin ZIF socket that supports a single AMD Opteron Series 100 processor. Please refer to the support section of our web site for a complete listing of supported processors.
Chapter 1: Introduction ATI Graphics Controller An ATI video controller based on the Rage XL 8 MB graphics chip is integrated onboard the H8SSL-i. Onboard Controllers/Ports An onboard IDE controller supports one floppy drive and up to two Ultra ATA 100 hard drives or ATAPI devices. Onboard I/O backpanel ports include one serial COM port, two USB ports, a VGA (monitor) port, PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports and two GLAN (RJ45) ports.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Figure 1-1 . ServerWorks HT-1000 Chipset: System Block Diagram Note: This is a general block diagram. Please see Chapter 5 for details. 184 -pin DIMMs AMD OpteronTM Processor Rage XL 8x HT @ 1.6 GB/sec 144-bit, 200 -400 MT/s GLAN (2 ) 33 MHz PCI Slots (2) 33 MHz Bus ServerWorks PCI-X 133 MHz Slot 133 MHz Bus HT-1000 USB 2.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-3 Server Chassis Features The 1010S-T is a mini 1U rackmount server platform configuration. The following is a general outline of the main features of the SC811FT-260 chassis. System Power When configured as a 1010S-T, the SC811FT-260 chassis includes a single 260W power supply. Control Panel The SC811FT-260's control panel provides important system monitoring and control information.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 1-4 Contacting Super Micro Headquarters Address: Tel: Fax: Email: Web Site: Super Micro Computer, Inc. 980 Rock Ave. San Jose, CA 95131 U.S.A. +1 (408) 503-8000 +1 (408) 503-8008 marketing@supermicro.com (General Information) support@supermicro.com (Technical Support) www.supermicro.com Europe Address: Tel: Fax: Email: Super Micro Computer B.V. Het Sterrenbeeld 28, 5215 ML 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands +31 (0) 73-6400390 +31 (0) 73-6416525 sales@supermicro.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Chapter 2 Server Installation 2-1 Overview This chapter provides a quick setup checklist to get your 1010S-T up and running. Following the steps in the order given should enable you to have the system operational within a minimal amount of time. This quick setup assumes that your 1010S-T system has come to you with the processor and memory preinstalled. If your system is not already fully integrated with a motherboard, processor, system memory etc.
AS1010S-T 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). - Leave approximately 30 inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for sufficient airflow and ease in servicing. - This product is for installation only in a Restricted Access Location (dedicated equipment rooms, service closets, etc.).
Chapter 2: Server Installation Rack Mounting Considerations Ambient Operating Temperature 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. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).
AS1010S-T User's Manual 2-4 Installing the System into a Rack This section provides information on installing the 1010S-T into a rack unit. If the system has already been mounted into a rack, you can skip ahead to Sections 2-5 and 2-6. There are a variety of rack units on the market, which may mean the assembly procedure will differ slightly. The following is a guideline for installing the unit into a rack with the rack rails provided with the system.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Chassis Rails Position the fixed chassis rail sections you just removed along the side of the chassis making sure the five screw holes line up. Note that these two rails are left/right specific. Screw the rail securely to the side of the chassis (see Figure 2-2). Repeat this procedure for the other rail on the other side of the chassis. You will also need to attach the rail brackets when installing into a telco rack.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Installing the Server into the Rack You should now have rails attached to both the chassis and the rack unit. The next step is to install the server into the rack. Do this by lining up the rear of the chassis rails with the front of the rack rails. Slide the chassis rails into the rack rails, keeping the pressure even on both sides (you may have to depress the locking tabs when inserting). See Figure 2-3.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Installing the Server into a Telco Rack If you are installing the 1010S-T into a Telco type rack, follow the directions given on the previous pages for rack installation. The only difference in the installation procedure will be the positioning of the rack brackets to the rack. They should be spaced apart just enough to accomodate the width of the telco rack. Figure 2-4.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 2-5 Checking the Motherboard Setup After you install the 1010S-T in the rack, you will need to open the unit to make sure the motherboard is properly installed and all the connections have been made. 1. Accessing the inside of the system (Figure 2-5) First, grasp the two handles on either side and pull the unit straight out until it locks (you will hear a "click"). Next, depress the two buttons on the top of the chassis to release the top cover.
Chapter 2: Server Installation Figure 2-5.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 2-6 Checking the Drive Bay Setup Next, you should check to make sure the peripheral drives and the Serial ATA drives and Serial ATA backplane have been properly installed and all essential connections have been made. 1. Accessing the drive bays All drives can be accessed from the front of the server. For servicing the CD-ROM and floppy drives, you will need to remove the top chassis cover.
Chapter 3: System Interface Chapter 3 System Interface 3-1 Overview There are several LEDs on the control panel as well as others on the Serial ATA drive carriers to keep you constantly informed of the overall status of the system as well as the activity and health of specific components. There are also two buttons on the chassis control panel. This chapter explains the meanings of all LED indicators and the appropriate response you may need to take.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 3-3 Control Panel LEDs The control panel located on the front of the chassis has five LEDs. These LEDs provide you with critical information related to different parts of the system. This section explains what each LED indicates when illuminated and any corrective action you may need to take. Overheat/Fan Fail: When this LED flashes, it indicates a fan failure.
Chapter 3: System Interface Power: Indicates power is being supplied to the system's power supply units. This LED should normally be illuminated when the system is operating. 3-4 Serial ATA Drive Carrier LED Each Serial ATA drive carrier has a green LED. When illuminated, this green LED (on the front of the Serial ATA drive carrier) indicates drive activity.
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Chapter 4: System Safety Chapter 4 System Safety 4-1 Electrical Safety Precautions ! Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the 1010S-T from damage: Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room's emergency power-off switch, disconnection switch or electrical outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can then quickly remove power from the system. Do not work alone when working with high voltage components.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Motherboard Battery: CAUTION - There is a danger of explosion if the onboard battery is installed upside down, which will reverse its polarites (see Figure 4-1). This battery must be replaced only with the same or an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. CD-ROM Laser: CAUTION - this server may have come equipped with a CDROM drive.
Chapter 4: System Safety After accessing the inside of the system, close the system back up and secure it to the rack unit with the retention screws after ensuring that all connections have been made. 4-3 ESD Precautions ! Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is generated by two objects with different electrical charges coming into contact with each other. An electrical discharge is created to neutralize this difference, which can damage electronic components and printed circuit boards.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 4-4 Operating Precautions ! Care must be taken to assure that the chassis cover is in place when the 1010S-T is operating to assure proper cooling. Out of warranty damage to the 1010S-T system can occur if this practice is not strictly followed. Figure 4-1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Chapter 5 Advanced Motherboard Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install processors and heatsinks to the H8SSL-i motherboard, connect the data and power cables and install add-on cards. All motherboard jumpers and connections are described and a layout and quick reference chart are included in this chapter. Remember to close the chassis completely when you have finished working on the motherboard to protect and cool the system sufficiently.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 5-2 Mounting the Motherboard into a Chassis All serverboards and motherboards have standard mounting holes to fit different types of chassis. Make sure that the locations of all the mounting holes for both the motherboard and the chassis match. Although a chassis may have both plastic and metal mounting fasteners, metal ones are highly recommended because they ground the motherboard to the chassis. Make sure that the metal standoffs click in or are screwed in tightly. 1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 2. Use your thumb and your index finger to hold the CPU. Locate pin 1 on the CPU socket and pin 1 on the CPU. Both are marked with a triangle. Triangles 3. Align pin 1 of the CPU with pin 1 of the socket. Once aligned, carefully place the CPU into the socket. Do not drop the CPU on the socket, move the CPU horizontally or vertically or rub the CPU against the socket or against any pins of the socket, which may damage the CPU and/or the socket. 4.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Installing the Heatsink Retention Modules One heatsink retention module (BKT-0005) and two screws are included in the retail box. Once installed, these are used to help attach the heatsink to the CPU. To install, position the module so that the CPU backplate standoffs insert through the holes on the heatsink retention module and the four feet on the module contact the motherboard. Secure the retention module to the backplate with the two screws provided.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-4 Connecting Cables Now that the processors are installed, the next step is to connect the cables to the motherboard. These include the data (ribbon) cables for the peripherals and control panel and the power cables. Connecting Data Cables The ribbon cables used to transfer data from the peripheral devices have been carefully routed in preconfigured systems to prevent them from blocking the flow of cooling air that moves through the system from front to back.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Connecting the Control Panel JF1 contains header pins for various front control panel connectors. See Figure 5-2 for the pin locations of the various front control panel buttons and LED indicators and refer to section 5-9 for details. Note that even and odd numbered pins are on opposite sides of each header. All JF1 wires have been bundled into single keyed ribbon cable to simplify their connection. The red wire in the ribbon cable plugs into pin 1 of JF1.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-5 I/O Ports The I/O ports are color coded in conformance with the PC 99 specification. See Figure 5-3 below for the colors and locations of the various I/O ports. Figure 5-3. Rear Panel I/O Ports Mouse (Green) USB 0/1 Ports Keyboard COM1 Port (Purple) (Turquoise) 5-6 VGA Port (Blue) JLAN1 / JLAN2 Installing Memory CAUTION Exercise extreme care when installing or removing memory modules to prevent any possible damage. 1.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Support The H8SSL-i supports single or dual-channel, unbuffered ECC DDR400/333 SDRAM. Both interleaved and non-interleaved memory are supported, so you may populate any number of DIMM slots. Low-profile memory should be used in the 1U server chassis. Populating two adjacent slots at a time with memory modules of the same size and type will result in interleaved (128-bit) memory, which is faster than non-interleaved (64-bit) memory. Maximum memory: 4 GB of unbuffered ECC DDR400/333.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-7 Adding PCI Cards 1. PCI slots: The H8SSL-i has three PCI expansion slots. One of these slots (the 133 MHz PCIX slot #6) may be populated with the use of the CSE-RR1U-X riser card, which is included with the system. You may install either a 133 or a 100 MHz PCI-X card into the riser card. 2. PCI card installation: Before installing a PCI add-on card, make sure it is supported by the riser card (see step 1, above).
AS1010S-T User's Manual 5-8 Motherboard Details Figure 5-5.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup H8SSL-i Quick Reference Jumpers Description Default Setting JBT1 CMOS Clear See Section 5-10 JD1 Onboard Speaker En/Disable Pins 6-7 (Enabled) JP2 JPG1 Power Force On VGA Enable/Disable Open (Normal) Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPL LAN Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPCISMB1 SMBus Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPXISMB1 SMBus Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled) JPXA1 JWD PCI-X Slot Frequency Select Open (Auto) Watch Dog Pins 1-2 (Reset) Connectors Des
AS1010S-T User's Manual 5-9 Connector Definitions Primary ATX Power Connector ATX Power 24-pin Connector Pin Definitions (PW1) The primary power connector on the H8SSL-i meets the SSI (Superset ATX) 24-pin specification. Refer to the table on the right for the pin definitions of the main ATX power connector. Note: You must also connect the PW2 power connector to your power supply (see below). Pin# Definition Pin # Definition 13 +3.3V 1 +3.3V 14 -12V 2 +3.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup HDD LED HDD LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The HDD (IDE Hard Disk Drive) LED connection is located on pins 13 and 14 of JF1. Attach the IDE hard drive LED cable to display disk activity. Pin# Definition 13 Vcc 14 HD Active Refer to the table on the right for pin definitions. NIC1 LED NIC1 LED Pin Definitions (JF1) The NIC1 (Network Interface Controller) LED connection is located on pins 11 and 12 of JF1. Attach the NIC1 LED cable to display network activity.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Reset Button Reset Button Pin Definitions (JF1) The Reset Button connection is located on pins 3 and 4 of JF1. Attach Pin# Definition it to the hardware reset switch on the computer case. Refer to the table on 3 Reset 4 Ground the right for pin definitions. Power Button The Power Button connection is located on pins 1 and 2 of JF1. Momentarily contacting both pins will power on/off the system.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup USB2/3 Headers Extra Universal Serial Bus Headers Pin Definitions (USB2/3) Two additional USB2.0 headers (USB2/3) are included on the mother- USB2 Pin # Definition USB3/4 Pin # Definition 1 +5V 1 +5V 2 PO- 2 PO- side USB access. USB cables (not 3 PO+ 3 PO+ included) are needed for the connec- 4 Ground 4 Ground tions. See the table on the right for pin definitions. 5 Key 5 No connection board near the COM2 header.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Power LED/Speaker PWR LED Connector Pin Definitions (JD1) On JD1, pins 1, 2, and 3 are for the Pin# Definition power LED and pins 4 through 7 are 1 +Vcc for the speaker. See the tables on the right for pin definitions. 2 Control 3 Control Speaker Connector Pin Definitions (JD1) Note: The speaker connector pins are for use with an external speaker. If you wish to use the onboard speaker, you should close pins 6 and 7 with a jumper.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup LAN1/2 (Ethernet Ports) Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (designated LAN1 and LAN2) are located beside the VGA port. These ports accept RJ45 type cables. Chassis Intrusion Chassis Intrusion Pin Definitions (JL1) A Chassis Intrusion header is located Pin# Definition at JL1. Attach the appropriate cable 1 Intrusion Input to inform you of a chassis intrusion.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 5-10 Jumper Settings Explanation of Jumpers To modi f y the operat ion of the motherboard, jumpers can be used 3 2 1 3 2 1 Connector Pins to choose between optional settings. Jumpers create shorts between two pins to change the function of the Jumper connector. Pin 1 is identified with a square solder pad on the printed circuit board. See the diagram at right for an example of jumping pins 1 and 2. Refer to the motherboard layout page for jumper locations.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Onboard Speaker Enable/ Disable The JD1 header allows you to use either an external speaker or the internal (onboard) speaker. To use the internal (onboard) speaker, close pins 6 and 7 with a jumper. To use an external speaker, connect the speaker Onboard Speaker Enable/Disable Pin Definitions (JD1) Pins Definition 6-7 Jump for onboard speaker 4-7 Attach external speaker wires wires to pins 4 through 7 of JD1.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Watch Dog Enable/Disable JWD controls the Watch Dog function. Watch Dog is a system monitor that can reboot the system when a software application hangs. Pins 1-2 will cause WD to reset the system if an application has frozen. Pins 2-3 will generate Watch Dog Jumper Settings (JWD) Jumper Setting Definition Pins 1-2 Reset Pins 2-3 NMI Open Disabled a non-maskable interrupt signal for the application that is frozen.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup 5-11 Onboard Indicators LAN1/LAN2 LEDs The Ethernet ports (located beside the LAN LED (Connection Speed Indicator) VGA port) have two LEDs. On each Gb LAN port, one LED indicates activity while the other LED may be green, amber or off to indicate the speed of the connection. See the table on the right for the functions indicated by with LED Color Definition Off 10 MHz Green 100 MHz Amber 1 GHz the connection speed LED.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 5-12 Floppy, IDE and SATA Drive Connections Use the following information to connect the floppy and hard disk drive cables. The floppy disk drive cable has seven twisted wires. A red mark on a wire typically designates the location of pin 1. A single floppy disk drive ribbon cable has 34 wires and two connectors to provide for two floppy disk drives.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup IDE Connector IDE Drive Connector Pin Definitions (IDE#1) There are no jumpers to con- Pin# Definition figure the onboard IDE connec- 1 Reset IDE 2 Ground tor. See the table on the right for pin definitions.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 5-13 Enabling SATA RAID Now that the hardware is set up, you must now install the operating system and the SATA RAID drivers, if you wish to use RAID with your SATA drives. The installation procedure differs depending on whether you wish to have the operating system installed on a RAID array or on a separate non-RAID, IDE drive. See the instructions below for details.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Enabling SATA RAID in the BIOS Before setting up your RAID drives, you must change some settings in BIOS. Boot up the system and hit the key to enter the BIOS Setup Utlility. After the Setup Utility loads, 1. Use the arrow keys to move to the Advanced menu. Scroll down with the arrow keys to "SATA Configuration" and press . When the submenu opens, use the arrow keys to select "HT-1000 SATA" and enable this setting (if not already enabled.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Figure 5-6. HT1000 RAID Utility Screen On the next page you will see the Windows Media Kit. Download this and install to your system for RAID management. Installing Other Software Drivers The Super Micro CD that came packaged with your motherboard has additional drivers. After inserting this CD into your CD-ROM drive, the display shown in Figure 5-7 should appear. (If this display does not appear, click on the My Computer icon and then on the icon representing your CD-ROM drive.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup Figure 5-7.
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Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup Chapter 6 Advanced Chassis Setup This chapter covers the steps required to install components and perform maintenance on the SC811FT-260 chassis. For component installation, follow the steps in the order given to eliminate the most common problems encountered. If a step is unnecessary, skip ahead to the step that follows. Tools Required The only tool you will need to install components and perform maintainance is a Philips screwdriver.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Figure 6-1. Chassis Front View Figure 6-2. Chassis Rear View 6-2 Control Panel The control panel (located on the front of the chassis) must be connected to the JF1 connector on the motherboard to provide you with system control buttons and status indicators. These wires have been bundled together in a ribbon cable to simplify the connection. Connect the cable from JF1 on the motherboard to the Control Panel PCB (printed circuit board).
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-3 System Fans Two 4-cm fans provide the cooling for the 1010S-T. Each fan unit is actually made up of two fans joined back-to-back, which rotate in opposite directions. This counterrotating action generates exceptional airflow and works to dampen vibration levels. These fans can adjust their speed according to the heat level sensed in the system, which results in more efficient and quieter fan operation. Fan speed is controlled by a setting in BIOS (see Chapter 7).
AS1010S-T User's Manual 6-4 Drive Bay Installation/Removal Accessing the Drive Bays Serial ATA Drives: Because of their hotswap capability, you do not need to access the inside of the chassis or power down the system to install or replace Serial ATA drives. Proceed to the next step for instructions. CD-ROM/Floppy Disk Drives: For installing/removing a CD-ROM or floppy disk drive, you will need to gain access to the inside of the 1010S-T by removing the top cover of the chassis.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 2. Installing/removing hot-swap Serial ATA drives Two Serial ATA drive bays are located in the front of the chassis, making them easily accessible for installation and removal. These drives are hot-swappable, meaning they can be installed and removed without powering down the system. To remove, first push the release button located beside the drive LEDs, then swing the colored handle fully out and use it to pull the unit straight out (see Figure 6-4). Figure 6-4.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Serial ATA Backplane The Serial ATA drives plug into a backplane that provides power, drive ID and bus termination. A RAID controller can be used with the backplane to provide data security. The operating system you use must have RAID support to enable the hotswap capability of the Serial ATA drives.
Chapter 6: Advanced Chassis Setup 6-5 Power Supply The 1010S-T has a single 260 watt power supply. This power supply has the capability of operating at 100 - 240 input volts. Depress the main power button on the front of the chassis and then unplug the AC power cord to completely remove power from the system before removing the power supply. Power Supply Failure If the power supply unit fails, the system will shut down and you will need to replace the power supply unit.
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Chapter 7: BIOS Chapter 7 BIOS 7-1 Introduction This chapter describes the AMIBIOS™ Setup utility for the H8SSL-i. The AMI ROM BIOS is stored in a flash chip and can be easily upgraded using a floppy disk-based program. Note: Due to periodic changes to the BIOS, some settings may have been added or deleted and might not yet be recorded in this manual. Please refer to the Manual Download area of our web site for any changes to BIOS that may not be reflected in this manual.
AS1010S-T User's Manual 7-2 Main Menu When you first enter AMI BIOS Setup Utility, you will see the Main setup screen. You can always return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab on the top of the screen. The Main Setup screen provides you with a system overview, which includes the version, built date and ID of the AMIBIOS, the type, speed and number of the processors in the system and the amount of memory installed in the system.
Chapter 7: BIOS Floppy B Move the cursor to these fields via up and down keys to select the floppy type. The options are Disabled, 360 KB 5 1/4", 1.2 MB 5 1/4", 720 KB 3½", 1.44 MB 3½”, and 2.88 MB 3½". IDE Configuration Onboard PCI IDE Controller The following options are available to set the IDE controller status: Disabled will disable the controller. Primary will enable the primary IDE controller. There is no Secondary option since only one IDE slot is provided on the board.
AS1010S-T User's Manual PIO Mode PIO (Programmable I/O) mode programs timing cycles between the IDE drive and the programmable IDE controller. As the PIO mode increases, the cycle time decreases. The options are Auto, 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Select Auto to allow AMI BIOS to auto detect the PIO mode. Use this value if the IDE disk drive support cannot be determined. Select 0 to allow AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 0. It has a data transfer rate of 3.3 MBs. Select 1 to allow AMI BIOS to use PIO mode 1.
Chapter 7: BIOS ATA(PI) 80Pin Cable Detection This setting allows AMI BIOS to auto-detect the 80-Pin ATA(PI) cable. The options are Host & Device, Host and Device. PCI/PnP Clear NVRAM Select Yes to clear NVRAM during boot-up. The options are Yes and No. Plug & Play OS Select Yes to allow the OS to configure Plug & Play devices. (This is not required for system boot if your system has an OS that supports Plug & Play.) Select No to allow AMIBIOS to configure all devices in the system.
AS1010S-T User's Manual IRQ3/IRQ4/IRQ5/IRQ7/IRQ9/IRQ10/IRQ11/IRQ14/IRQ15 This feature specifies the availability of an IRQ to be used by a PCI/PnP device. Select Reserved for the IRQ to be used by a Legacy ISA device. The options are Available and Reserved. DMA Channel0/Channel1/Channel3/Channel5/Channel6/Channel7 Select Available to indicate that a specific DMA channel is available to be used by a PCI/PnP device. Select Reserved if the DMA channel specified is reserved for a Legacy ISA device.
Chapter 7: BIOS Restore on AC Power Loss This setting allows you to choose how the system will react when power returns after an unexpected loss of power. The options are Power Off and Last State. Watch Dog Timer This setting is used to enable or disabled the Watch Dog Timer function. It must be used in conjunction with the Watch Dog jumper (see Chapter 2). Options are Disabled and Enabled.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Hardware Memory Hole When "Enabled", allows software memory remapping around the memory hole (only supported by rev. E0 processors and above). Options are Enabled and Disabled. ECC Configuration DRAM ECC Enable DRAM ECC allows hardware to report and correct memory errors automatically. Options are Enabled and Disabled. MCA DRAM ECC Logging When "Enabled", MCA DRAM ECC logging and reporting is enabled. Options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS HT1000 SouthBridge Configuration HIDE XIOAPIC PCI Functions The options are Yes and No. S-ATA Configuration HT-1000 S-ATA Use this setting to Enable or Disable the on-chip SATA controller. Port# to Boot From Use this setting to select which port to boot from. Options are Port0, Port1, Port2 and Port3. S-ATA Mode Use this select either IDE or MMIO as the SATA mode. Banner Display This setting is used to Enable or Disable the banner display.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Headless Mode Select "Enabled" to activate the Headless Operation Mode through ACPI. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Event Log Configuration View Event Log Highlight this item and press to view the contents of the event log. Mark All Events as Read Highlight this item and press to mark the DMI events as read. Clear Event Log This setting will clear all event logs when set to "OK". The options are OK and Cancel.
Chapter 7: BIOS Legacy USB Support Select "Enabled" to enable the support for USB Legacy. Disable Legacy support if there are no USB devices installed in the system. The options are Enabled and Disabled. USB 2.0 Controller Mode Select the controller mode for your USB ports. Options are HiSpeed and FullSpeed. (HiSpeed=480 Mbps, FullSpeed=12 Mbps). BIOS EHCI Hand-Off Enable or Disable a workaround for OS's without EHCI hand-off support.
AS1010S-T User's Manual the onboard fans to continuously run at full speed (12V). The options are 1) Disable, Full Speed 2) 3-pin (Server) and 3) 3-pin (Workstation). FAN1 Speed through FAN5 Speed The speeds of the onboard fans (in rpm) are displayed here. 7-4 Boot Menu Boot Settings Configuration Quick Boot If Enabled, this option will skip certain tests during POST to reduce the time needed for the system to boot up. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
Chapter 7: BIOS Hit ‘DEL’ Message Display Enable to display the message telling the user to hit the DEL key to enter the setup utility. The options are Enabled and Disabled. PXE Option ROM Use this setting to either Enable or Disable the PXE ROM. The options are Enabled and Disabled. Interrupt 19 Capture Enable to allow ROMs to trap Interrupt 19. The options are Enabled and Disabled.
AS1010S-T User's Manual CD/DVD Drives This feature allows the user to specify the boot sequence from available CDROM drives. 1st Drive Specifies the boot sequence for the 1st Hard Drive. Onboard SCSI Host RAID Use this setting to Enable or Disable the onboard SCSI Host RAID. Onboard NIC PXE Option ROM Use this setting to Enable or Disable the onboard NIC PXE option ROM. 7-5 Security Menu AMI BIOS provides a Supervisor and a User password.
Chapter 7: BIOS 7-6 Exit Menu Select the Exit tab from AMI BIOS Setup Utility screen to enter the Exit BIOS Setup screen. Save Changes and Exit When you have completed the system configuration changes, select this option to leave BIOS Setup and reboot the computer, so the new system configuration parameters can take effect. Select Save Changes and Exit from the Exit menu and press .
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Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes Appendix A BIOS Error Beep Codes During the POST (Power-On Self-Test) 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. The error messages normally appear on the screen. Fatal errors are those which will not allow the system to continue the boot-up procedure.
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Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes Appendix B BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes When AMIBIOS performs the Power On Self Test, it writes checkpoint codes to I/O port 0080h. If the computer cannot complete the boot process, diagnostic equipment can be attached to the computer to read I/O port 0080h. B-1 Uncompressed Initialization Codes The uncompressed initialization checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution: Checkpoint Code Description D0h The NMI is disabled. Power on delay is starting.
AS1010S-T User's Manual B-2 Bootblock Recovery Codes The bootblock recovery checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution: Checkpoint Code Description E0h The onboard floppy controller if available is initialized. Next, beginning the base 512 KB memory test. E1h Initializing the interrupt vector table next. E2h Initializing the DMA and Interrupt controllers next. E6h Enabling the floppy drive controller and Timer IRQs. Enabling internal cache memory. Edh Initializing the floppy drive.
Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes B-3 Uncompressed Initialization Codes The following runtime checkpoint codes are listed in order of execution. These codes are uncompressed in F0000h shadow RAM. Checkpoint Code Description 03h The NMI is disabled. Next, checking for a soft reset or a power on condition. 05h The BIOS stack has been built. Next, disabling cache memory. 06h Uncompressing the POST code next. 07h Next, initializing the CPU and the CPU data area.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Checkpoint Code Description 25h Interrupt vector initialization is done. Clearing the password if the POST DIAG switch is on. 27h Any initialization before setting video mode will be done next. 28h Initialization before setting the video mode is complete. Configuring the monochrome mode and color mode settings next. 2Ah Bus initialization system, static, output devices will be done next, if present. See the last page for additional information.
Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes Checkpoint Code Description 4Ch The memory below 1 MB has been cleared via a soft reset. Clearing the memory above 1 MB next. 4Dh The memory above 1 MB has been cleared via a soft reset. Saving the memory size next. Going to checkpoint 52h next. 4Eh The memory test started, but not as the result of a soft reset. Displaying the first 64 KB memory size next. 4Fh The memory size display has started. The display is updated during the memory test.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Checkpoint Code Description 86h The password was checked. Performing any required programming before WINBIOS Setup next. 87h The programming before WINBIOS Setup has completed. Uncompressing the WINBIOS Setup code and executing the AMIBIOS Setup or WINBIOS Setup utility next. 88h Returned from WINBIOS Setup and cleared the screen. Performing any necessary programming after WINBIOS Setup next. 89h The programming after WINBIOS Setup has completed.
Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes Checkpoint Code Description A9h Returned from adaptor ROM at E000h control. Performing any initialization required after the E000 option ROM had control next. Aah Initialization after E000 option ROM control has completed. Displaying the system configuration next. Abh Uncompressing the DMI data and executing DMI POST initialization next. B0h The system configuration is displayed. B1h Copying any code to specific areas.
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Appendix C: System Specifications Appendix C System Specifications Processors Single AMD Opteron Series 100 processor in a 939-pin socket Note: Please refer to our web site for a complete listing of supported processors. Chipset ServerWorks HT-1000 chipset BIOS 4 Mb AMI BIOS® Flash ROM Memory Capacity Four 184-pin DIMM sockets supporting up to 4 GB of unbuffered ECC DDR400/333 low-profile SDRAM Note: See the memory section in Chapter 5 for details.
AS1010S-T User's Manual Chassis Model: SC811FT-260 Form Factor: 1U rackmount Dimensions: (WxHxD) 16.8 x 1.7 x 22.6 in. (426 x 43 x 574 mm) Weight Gross (Bare Bone): 23 lbs. (10.5 kg.) System Cooling Two (2) 4-cm counter-rotating fans System Input Requirements AC Input Voltage: 100-240V AC auto-range Rated Input Current: 5A max Rated Input Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz Power Supply Rated Output Power: 260W (Model# SP262-1S, Part# PWS-0055) Rated Output Voltages: +3.
Appendix C: System Specifications Safety: EN 60950/IEC 60950-Compliant, UL Listed (USA), CUL Listed (Canada), TUV Certified (Germany), CE Marking (Europe) California Best Management Practices Regulations for Perchlorate Materials: This Perchlorate warning applies only to products containing CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells. “Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.
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