Transport GT24 B2912 Service Engineer’s Manual
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice for the USA Compliance Information Statement (Declaration of Conformity Procedure) DoC FCC Part 15: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
About this Manual This manual provides you with instructions on installing your Transport GT24, and consists of the following sections: Chapter 1: Provides an Introduction to the Transport GT24 B2912 barebones, packing list, describes the external components, gives a table of key components, and provides block diagrams of the system. Chapter 2: Covers procedures on installing the CPU, memory modules, an optional PCI card, and hard drives.
SAFETY INFORMATION Before installing and using the Transport GT24, take note of the following precautions: – Read all instructions carefully. – Do not place the unit on an unstable surface, cart, or stand. – Do not block the slots and opening on the unit, which are provided for ventilation. – Only use the power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure, contact the Power Company.
Table of Contents Chapter 1:Overview 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 About the TYAN Transport GT24 B2912 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Product Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 About the Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.7 3.8 3.9 3.6.1 M1003 LED Control Board Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 3.6.2 M1003 LED Control Board Connector Pin Definition . . . 48 Replacing the M1012 Adapter Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 3.7.1 M1012 Adapter Board Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 3.7.2 M1012 Adapter Board Connector Pin Definition . . . . . . . 51 Replacing the SAS/SATA Backplane. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 3.8.1 SAS/SATA Backplane (M1208) Features. . . . . .
Chapter 1: Overview 1.1 About the TYAN Transport GT24 B2912 Congratulations on your purchase of the TYAN TransportTM GT24 B2912, a highly-optimized rack-mountable barebone system. The TYAN TransportTM GT24 B2912 offers the latest in dual processor server systems, providing a rich feature set and incredible performance.
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1.3 Features Enclosure • Industry 19” rack-mountable 1U chassis – (1) slim DVD-ROM bay – (4) 3.5” HDD bays • Dimension: D 25.4 x W 17.2 x H 1.72 inch (645x436x43.
Server Cooling Regulatory • (5) 40*40*28mm 14500rpm heavyduty fans with fan speed monitor/control • (2)Passive CPU Heatsink • FCC Class B (Declaration of Conformity) • CE (Declaration of Conformity) Server Management • Operating temperature (5oC~35oC) • Automatic fan speed control • Supports Tyan Server Management (TSM) • Optional TYAN SMDC kit, IPMI 2.
1.4 Unpacking If any items are missing or appear damaged, contact your retailer or browse to TYAN’s Web site for service: http://www.tyan.com. The Web site also provides information on other TYAN products, plus FAQs, compatibility lists, BIOS settings, and more.
FDD Kit FDD Cable FDD Rails & Screws FDD Backplane Cable FDD Backplane Rail Kit Front Rear 6 Mounting Bracket x 4 Sliding Brackets Front L-Bracket x 2 Rear L-Bracket x 2 Screws Kit Sliding Rails x 2 Chapter 1: Overview
1.5 About the Product This section contains the hardware diagrams and a block diagram of the GT24 system. 1.5.1 System Front View B2912G24V4H/B2912G24W4H Reset switch Warning LED HDD activity LED Power LED USB ports ID LED Power switch 2 x LAN LEDs DVD-ROM Drive Hard Drive Bay x 4 1.5.
1.5.3 LED Definition Front Panel LED Color State Description Power Green ON Power ON OFF OFF Power OFF Amber Random Blinking HDD access activity OFF OFF No disk activity Green ON LAN linked Green Blinking LAN accessing OFF OFF No LAN linked HDD Activity LAN1/LAN2 Activity Warning Reserved LED for future upgrade. It is not functional in the B2912 barebone now. ID LED Reserved LED for future upgrade. It is not functional in the B2912 barebone now.
Rear I/O LED LED Color State Description RJ45 NIC1/NIC2 Activity (Left Side) Green Blinking 10Mb/100Mb linked OFF OFF No LAN linked Green ON 10Mb activity, 100Mb/1000Mb linked Green Blinking 100Mb/1000Mb activity OFF OFF NO LAN linked Blue ON System is identified OFF OFF System is not identified Green ON Output ON and OK Green 1Hz Blinking AC present/Only 5Vsb ON Amber ON Power supply critical event causing a shutdown: failure, OCP, OVP, fan fail Amber 1Hz Blinking Power
1.5.4 System Internal View B2912G24V4H 1 2 3 13 4 12 5 6 7 8 11 10 9 1. PCI-E x16 Slot (with riser card M2083 or PCI-X riser card M2061) 2. PCI-E x8 Slot (with riser card M2081-2) 3. EPS 12V Power Supply 4. CPU Sockets 5. System Fans (Right to left: FAN1, FAN2, FAN3, FAN4, FAN5) 10 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
B2912G24W4H 3 1 2 13 4 12 5 6 7 8 11 10 9 1. PCI-E x16 Slot (with riser card M2083 or PCI-X riser card M2061) 2. PCI-E x8 Slot (with riser card M2081-2) 3. EPS 12V Power Supply 4. CPU Sockets 5. System Fans (Right to left: FAN1, FAN2, FAN3, FAN4, FAN5) Chapter 1: Overview 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
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J26 Front Panel Header Power Supply The Thunder n3600R S2912 is EPS12V compatible. All 3 power connectors are required: EPS 12V (24-pin) + EPS 12V (8-pin) + EPS 12V (4-pin) Check User’s Manual for details.
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Chapter 2: Setting Up 2.0.1 Before You Begin This chapter explains how to install the CPU, CPU heatsink, memory modules, and hard drives. Instructions on inserting a PCI card are also given. Take note of the precautions mentioned in this section when installing your system. 2.0.2 Work Area Make sure you have a stable, clean working environment. Dust and dirt can get into components and cause malfunctions. Use containers to keep small components separated.
2.0.4 Precautions Components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by discharges of static electricity. Working on a system that is connected to a power supply can be extremely dangerous. Follow the guidelines below to avoid damage to the Transport GT24 or injury to yourself. • Ground yourself properly before removing the top cover of the system. Unplug the power from the power supply and then touch a safely grounded object to release static charge (i.e. power supply case).
2.1 Rack Mounting After installing the necessary components, the Transport GT24 can be mounted in a rack using the supplied rack mounting kit. Rack mounting kit Sliding Rails x 2: Sliding Brackets x 4 (Front x 2, Rear x 2) Mounting Ears x 2 Screws Kit x 1 Mounting Brackets x 4 2.1.1 Installing the Server in a Rack Follow these instructions to mount the Transport GT24 into an industry standard 19" rack.
Installing the Inner Rails to Chassis 1. Screw the mounting ear to each side of Transport GT24 as shown using 2 screws from the supplied screws kit. Mounting Ears 2. Draw out the inner rails from rail assembly. Install inner rails to left and right sides of chassis using 2 M4-5L(D) screws for each side. Installing Outer Rails to the Rack 3. Measure the distance between inner side of the front and rear mounting brackets in the rack.
4. Locate the front and rear brackets. Rear Bracket x2 Front Bracket x2 5. Reserve 40mm on the front bracket. Secure the front bracket to outer rail with 2 M4-4L(C) screws. 6. Reserve the distance same as in Step 2 on rear bracket. Secure the rear bracket to outer rail with 2 M4-4L(C) screws.
7. Secure the outer rail to the rack using 2 brackets and 4 M4-8L(E) screws for each side (A). Secure the mounting brackets from inside, not outside, of the rack (B). A Mounting Bracket B Rackmounting the Server 8. Draw out the middle rail to the latch position.
9. Lift the chassis and then insert the inner slide rails into the middle rails. 10. Push the chassis in and press the latch key (A). Then push the whole system into the rack (B). B A 11. Secure the mounting ears of chassis to the rack with 2 M4-15L(F) screws. NOTE: To avoid injury, it is strongly recommended that two people lift the Transport GT24 into the place while a third person screws it to the rack.
2.2 Installing Motherboard Components This section describes how to install components on to the motherboard, including CPU, memory modules and PCI card. 2.2.1 Removing the Chassis Cover Follow these instructions to remove the Transport GT24 chassis cover. 1. Release the screw on the back side. Then slide the chassis cover in the direction of arrow. 2. Lift the cover off.
2.2.2 Installing the CPU, Heatsink, and Air Duct Follow these instructions to install the CPU, CPU heatsink and air duct. 1. Remove the two screws securing the pre-installed air duct. 2. Remove the air duct and locate the CPU sockets. 3. Take off the CPU protection cap.
4. Pull the CPU lever up to unlock the CPU socket. 5. Open the socket in the direction as shown. 6. Place the CPU in the CPU socket, ensuring that pin 1 is located as shown below.
7. Close the socket and press the CPU socket lever down to secure the CPU. 8. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU and screw into place as shown. 9. Place and screw the air duct back with two screws.
2.2.3 Installing the Memory Follow these instructions to install the memory modules on the motherboard. 1. Locate the memory slots on the motherboard. 2. Press the memory slot locking levers in the direction of the arrows as shown in the following illustration. 3. Align the memory module with the slot. The module has indentations that align with notches in the slots.
4. Insert the memory module into the slot as shown. When inserted properly, the memory slot locking levers lock automatically onto the indentations at the ends of the module. Attention When Installing the Memory! Please be noticed always install memory DIMMs in pairs starting from the outer most DIMM slots CPU1_DIMMA2 and CPU1_DIMMB2. Refer to the following table for supported DDR2 populations, and check the user’s manual for the details.
2.2.4 Installing a PCI-E Card There is one PCI-E slot on the rear panel of GT24. Refer to the procedures below for PCI-E installation. 1. Push the tab of PCI-E slot on the rear panel in the direction as shown to release the bracket. 2. Move the bracket to right as shown. 3. Locate the pre-installed PCI-E riser.
4. Insert the PCI-E card as shown. 5. Push the tab of PCI-E slot in the direction as shown to fix PCI-E card.
2.3 Installing the Hard Drive for GT24-B2912 The TYAN Transport GT24 barebone system supports SAS/SATA hard drives. Follow these instructions to install a SAS/SATA hard drive for model GT24-B2912. 1. Press the locking lever latch in the direction of arrow (A) and then pull the locking lever open (B). B A 2. Slide the drive tray out. 3. Place a hard drive into the drive tray.
4. Using 4 HDD screws to secure the HDD. 5. Reinsert the drive tray into the chassis (A), ensuring that the drive tray is completely inserted into the chassis (B). A B 6. Pressing the locking lever to secure the hard drive tray.
2.4 Installing the Slim FDD (Option) 1. Locate the two FDD rails and screws from the FDD kit. Secure the two rails to FDD using four screws. FDD Rails & Screws 2. Connect the FFC backplane to FDD using two screws. 3. Connect the FCC cable to FDD. 4. Using a screwdriver to pull open the door of FDD tray.
5. Insert FDD module into the tray. 6. Locate the FDD cable from FDD kit. Connect the wrinkle side to the connector on the FDD backplane. Refer to the picture below for the correct direction. Then connect the power cable of FDD to the connector on the FDD backplane. For Motherboard For FDD Backplane 7. Connect the other side to the connector on motherboard.
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Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components 3.1 Introduction This chapter explains how to replace pre-installed components including the motherboard, DVD-ROM drive, LED control board, M1012 adapter board, SAS/SATA backplane, and power supply. Take note of the precautions in this section when installing your system. 3.1.1 Work Area Make sure you have a stable, clean working environment. Dust and dirt can get into components and cause malfunctions. Use containers to keep small components separated.
3.1.3 Precautions Components and electronic circuit boards can be damaged by static electricity. Working on a system that is connected to a power supply can be extremely dangerous. Follow the guidelines below to avoid damage to the Transport GT24 or injury to yourself. • Ground yourself properly before removing the top cover of the system. Unplug the power from your computer power supply and then touch a safely grounded object to release static charge (i.e. power supply case).
3.2 Disassembly Flowchart The following flowchart outlines the disassembly procedure.
3.3 Removing the Cover Before replacing any parts you must remove the chassis cover. Follow these instructions to remove the cover of the Transport GT24 chassis cover. 1. Release the screw on the back side. Then slide the chassis cover in the direction of arrow. 2. Lift the cover off.
3.4 Replacing Motherboard Components Follow these instructions to replace motherboard components, including the motherboard. 3.4.1 Disconnecting All Motherboard Cables Before replacing the motherboard or certain components, remove cables connected to the motherboard. Follow these instructions to remove all motherboard cabling. 1. Disconnect ATX power cables Main Power EPS 12V Power 2. Disconnect DVD-ROM drive cable, SAS/SATA hard drive cables, USB, TYFP and fan cables.
3.4.2 Removing the Motherboard Follow these instructions to remove the motherboard from the chassis when all add-on components have been removed. 1. Remove the screw securing the link-bar to the chassis. 2. Remove twelve screws securing the motherboard to the chassis. 3. Remove the motherboard.
3.5 Replacing the Slim DVD-ROM Follow these instructions to replace the DVD-ROM. 1. Remove power and data cables from the slim DVD-ROM adapter. 2. Press the tab in the directions as shown to release the DVD-ROM drive. 3. The DVD-ROM drive will be freed from the drive bay after pressing the tab.
4. Remove two screws that secure DVD-ROM drive to the bracket. 5. Replace the DVD-ROM drive. 6. Secure DVD-ROM to the bracket using two screws. Then replace the unit into the drive bay and connect the DVDROM power and data cables.
3.6 Replacing the LED Control Board Follow these instructions to remove the LED control board. 1. Remove the two screws securing the LED control board to the chassis. 2. Lift the LED control board unit free from the chassis. 3. Unplug the USB cable from the connector.
4. Unplug the ribbon cable from the connector. 5. Remove the three screws securing the LED control board to the bracket. 6. Lift the LED control board free from the chassis. After replacement, insert the unit to the chassis following the above procedures in reverse.
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3.7 Replacing the M1012 Adapter Board 1. Remove all the cables connected to the adapter board, including SAS/SATA cables, fan cables, front panel control board cable, TYFP cables, and DVD-ROM power cables. Refer to page 42 for the locations. 2. Remove the six screws to release the adapter board.
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J3 LAN/ID LED Connector 1 LAN1_LED+ 2 LAN1_LED- 3 LAN2_LED+ 4 LAN2_LED- 5 LAN3_LED+ 6 LAN3_LED- 7 ID_LED+ 8 ID_LED- 9 ID_SW+ 10 ID_SW- 11 KEY PIN 12 NC FAN Signal Related Connector Pin Definition NOTE: The FAN signal naming is based on HW circuit design only. It might be different from the system fan naming.
J13 Fan TACH Connector 1 GND 2 FAN1_TACH 3 GND 4 FAN2_TACH 5 GND 6 FAN3_TACH 7 KEY PIN 8 NC J14 Fan TACH Connector 1 GND 2 FAN1_TACH 3 GND 4 FAN2_TACH 5 GND 6 FAN3_TACH 7 GND 8 FAN4_TACH 9 GND 10 FAN5_TACH 11 GND 12 FAN6_TACH 13 GND 14 FAN7_TACH 15 GND 16 FAN8_TACH 17 GND 18 FAN9_TACH 19 GND 20 FAN10_TACH 21 KEY PIN 22 PWM J6 Fan Connector 1 FAN1_12VPWM 2 FAN1_TACH 3 GND 4 GND 5 FAN2_TACH 6 FAN2_12VPWM Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed
J10 Fan Connector 1 FAN3_12VPWM 2 FAN3_TACH 3 GND 4 GND 5 FAN4_TACH 6 FAN4_12VPWM J11 Fan Connector 1 FAN5_12VPWM 2 FAN5_TACH 3 GND 4 GND 5 FAN6_TACH 6 FAN6_12VPWM J9 Fan Connector 54 1 FAN7_12VPWM 2 FAN7_TACH 3 GND 4 GND 5 FAN8_TACH 6 FAN8_12VPWM Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components
J5 Fan Connector 1 FAN9_12VPWM 2 FAN9_TACH 3 GND 4 GND 5 FAN10_TACH 6 FAN10_12VPWM J15 & J16 LCM Connectors 1 LCM_+5V 2 LCM_SIN 3 KEY PIN 4 GND 5 LCM_+5VSB 6 LCM_SOUT JP1 Fan Input Select Connector Pin1 & Pin2 Close Fan PWM signal from J8 Pin2 & Pin3 Close Fan PWM signal from J4, J7 & J14 (Default) JP2 Fan Input Select Connector Pin1 & Pin2 Close 0V Pin2 & Pin3 Close +5V (Default) Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components 55
3.8 Replacing the SAS/SATA Backplane NOTE: The procedures for replacing SAS/SATA backplanes are the same. 1. Remove the three screws securing the adapter board to the chassis. 2. Grab the two lables to lift the adapter board.
3. Remove the ten screws that secure the bracket to the adapter board. 4. Release the adapter board free from the bracket. 5. Replace the unit to the chassis following the above procedures in reverse.
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PW1 Power Connector PW2 Power Connector J3, SAS/SATA 3 Connector Chapter 3: Replacing Pre-Installed Components J4, SAS/SATA 4 Connector J2, SAS/SATA 2 Connector J1, SAS/SATA 1 Connector 59
3.9 Replacing the Power Supply 1. Remove the two screws that secure the power supply to the chassis. 2. Remove the screw that secure the power supply to the chassis 3. Lift the power supply free from the chassis. 4. Place a new power supply in position in the chassis and secure in place with the three screws.
Appendix I: BIOS Differences The BIOS of B2912 is similar to the BIOS of S2912. There is only one menu different. You may refer to the attached motherboard manual for the complete BIOS information. The differences between B2912 and S2912 is on the “Advanced/Hardware Health Information” menu. See the following for the differences.
B2912 Advanced/Hardware Health Information Phoenix TrustedCore (tm) Setup Utility Advanced Hardware Monitor AutoFan Mode X Realtime Sensor Data F1 Esc Help Exit Item Specific Help [Auto] ÇÈ Select Item ÅÆ Select Menu -/+ Enter This screen contains info from motherboard sensors, such as temperature and fan speed.
Table of Differences S2912 B2912 Auto Fan Control Disabled Enabled Hardware Monitor Fan CPU1 Fan(J108) Speed SYSFAN1(J105) Speed SYSFAN1(J106) Speed SYSFAN1(J107) Speed CPU2 Fan(J110) Speed SYSFAN4(J109) Speed SYSFAN5(J103) Speed SYSFAN6(J102) Speed System FAN1 System FAN2 System FAN3 System FAN4 System FAN5 63
Appendix II: Cable Connection Tables SAS/SATA Cables Table 1: B2912G24V4H M1208 SATA Backplane Connect to Motherboard J1 (SAS/SATA 1) Æ SATA 0 J2 (SAS/SATA 2) Æ SATA 1 J3 (SAS/SATA 3) Æ SATA 2 J4 (SAS/SATA 4) Æ SATA 3 Table 2: B2912G24W4H M1208 SATA Backplane Connect to Motherboard J1 (SAS/SATA 1) Æ SAS 0 J2 (SAS/SATA 2) Æ SAS 1 J3 (SAS/SATA 3) Æ SAS 2 J4 (SAS/SATA 4) Æ SAS 3 FAN Cables Table 3: System Fan to M1012 Adapter Board 64 System Fan Connect to M1012 Fan 1 Æ J6
Table 4: M1012 Adapter Board to Motherboard M1012 Connect to Motherboard Fan J14 Fan Tach connector Æ J111 Fan connector Power Supply Cables Table 5: Power Supply to Motherboard Power Supply Connect to Motherboard P1 24-pin power cable Æ PWR0 24-pin connector P2 8-pin power cable Æ PWR1 8-pin connector Table 6: Power Supply to M1012 Adapter Board Power Supply Connect to M1012 P3 4-pin power cable Æ PW2 4-pin connector Table 7: Power Supply to M1208 SATA Backplane Power Supply Connect t
Table 10: DVD-ROM Related Cables Motherboard IDE connector Æ DVD-ROM Backplane M1012 J19 power connector Æ DVD-ROM Backplane Table 11: Chassis Intrusion Cable Chassis intrusion switch Æ Motherboard J26 Pin 16 & Pin 18 Table 12: FDD Related Cables (Option) 66 Motherboard FDD connector Æ FDD Backplane Power supply P5 Æ FDD Backplane
Appendix III: Installing SMDC Card The following provides you with the information on installing M3295 SMDC card to your motherboard. 1. Insert the card with a degree about 45º into the OPMA socket on the motherboard. 2. Press down the card into the socket. 3. When properly seated, the retention clips lock into position.
Technical Support If a problem arises with your system, you should first turn to your dealer for direct support. Your system has most likely been configured or designed by them and they should have the best idea of what hardware and software your system contains. Hence, they should be of the most assistance for you.
3. Contact your dealer for help BEFORE calling TYAN. 4. Check the TYAN user group: alt.comp.periphs.mainboard.TYAN Returning Merchandise for Service During the warranty period, contact your distributor or system vendor FIRST for any product problems. This warranty only covers normal customer use and does not cover damages incurred during shipping or failure due to the alteration, misuse, abuse, or improper maintenance of products.
