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Intel® SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide Order Number: A76346-003 A Guide for Technically Qualified Assemblers of Intel® Identified Subassemblies and Products
Intel® SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide Order Number: A76346-003 A Guide for Technically Qualified Assemblers of Intel® Identified Subassemblies and Products
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...Requirements 29 General Site Criteria ...30 Installing Processors, Memory, Hard Disk Drives, and Options 31 Connecting the Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse 32 Turning On the Server and Running the Power-On Self Test (POST 32 Hot Keys for POST ...33 Configuring the System with the FRU/SDR Load Utility 33 Installing... (Recommended 34 Installing the Operating System 34 The System Resource CD-ROM 34 System Security ...35 Mechanical Locks ...35 Software Security ...36 Installing the Server in a Rack 37 4 Configuration Software and Utilities BIOS Setup ...39 Recording BIOS Setup Settings 39 iii
...Requirements 29 General Site Criteria ...30 Installing Processors, Memory, Hard Disk Drives, and Options 31 Connecting the Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse 32 Turning On the Server and Running the Power-On Self Test (POST 32 Hot Keys for POST ...33 Configuring the System with the FRU/SDR Load Utility 33 Installing... (Recommended 34 Installing the Operating System 34 The System Resource CD-ROM 34 System Security ...35 Mechanical Locks ...35 Software Security ...36 Installing the Server in a Rack 37 4 Configuration Software and Utilities BIOS Setup ...39 Recording BIOS Setup Settings 39 iii
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... Management Integrated Hardware System Management 47 Baseboard Management Controller 47 Field Replaceable Units and Sensor Data Records 48 System Event Log ...48 Platform Event Management 48 Emergency Management Port 49 Intel Server Management ...49 Using the System Setup Utility 50 Creating SSU Diskettes 50 Running the SSU...51 Setting Boot Device Priority 52... Removing the Memory Board 69 Installing the Memory Board 70 Removing the Processor Board Air Baffle 71 Installing the Processor Board Air Baffle 72 iv Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide
... Management Integrated Hardware System Management 47 Baseboard Management Controller 47 Field Replaceable Units and Sensor Data Records 48 System Event Log ...48 Platform Event Management 48 Emergency Management Port 49 Intel Server Management ...49 Using the System Setup Utility 50 Creating SSU Diskettes 50 Running the SSU...51 Setting Boot Device Priority 52... Removing the Memory Board 69 Installing the Memory Board 70 Removing the Processor Board Air Baffle 71 Installing the Processor Board Air Baffle 72 iv Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide
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...Network Problems ...126 PCI Installation Tips...127 Problems with Application Software 127 Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected 127 A Server Description Feature Summary...129 Chassis Access ...130 Main Chassis Components 131 Electronics Bay Components 132 Front Control Panel ...133... ...136 Server Board Set Features 137 Baseboard Connector and Component Locations 138 Baseboard Jumpers...139 Processors ...141 DIMM Memory ...141 Onboard Video ...141 SCSI Controller...141 Network Interface Controllers 142 Network Teaming Features 143 ACPI ...145 vi Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide
...Network Problems ...126 PCI Installation Tips...127 Problems with Application Software 127 Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected 127 A Server Description Feature Summary...129 Chassis Access ...130 Main Chassis Components 131 Electronics Bay Components 132 Front Control Panel ...133... ...136 Server Board Set Features 137 Baseboard Connector and Component Locations 138 Baseboard Jumpers...139 Processors ...141 DIMM Memory ...141 Onboard Video ...141 SCSI Controller...141 Network Interface Controllers 142 Network Teaming Features 143 ACPI ...145 vi Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide
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... 18. Installing Memory ...83 20. Hot-Swap SCSI Drive Bay and Status Indicators 85 22. Installing a SCSI Hard Disk Drive in a Carrier 87 24. PSH4 Server (Rack-Mount and Pedestal 29 2. Removing the Processor Board 73 11. Removing a Drive Carrier 88 25. Removing the Rear Access Cover 66 4. Removing the Access...
... 18. Installing Memory ...83 20. Hot-Swap SCSI Drive Bay and Status Indicators 85 22. Installing a SCSI Hard Disk Drive in a Carrier 87 24. PSH4 Server (Rack-Mount and Pedestal 29 2. Removing the Processor Board 73 11. Removing a Drive Carrier 88 25. Removing the Rear Access Cover 66 4. Removing the Access...
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... a Fan Module 100 35. Hard Drive Bay ...135 58. Command Line Format 63 7. Front Control Panel Features 133 12. Server Board Set Features 137 13. Product Regulatory Compliance Markings 148 viii Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide Opening the Front Subchassis and Rear Electronics Bay 103 37. Installing the Front Subchassis and Rear Electronics Bay...
... a Fan Module 100 35. Hard Drive Bay ...135 58. Command Line Format 63 7. Front Control Panel Features 133 12. Server Board Set Features 137 13. Product Regulatory Compliance Markings 148 viii Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide Opening the Front Subchassis and Rear Electronics Bay 103 37. Installing the Front Subchassis and Rear Electronics Bay...
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... feet) long, and it must be provided with a suitable earth ground. Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag när den ansluts till ett nätverk. 12 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide Earth Grounded Socket-Outlets WARNING To avoid electrical shock, the system power cord(s) must have safety certifications for your region. • The power...
... feet) long, and it must be provided with a suitable earth ground. Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag när den ansluts till ett nätverk. 12 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide Earth Grounded Socket-Outlets WARNING To avoid electrical shock, the system power cord(s) must have safety certifications for your region. • The power...
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...the product: • Turn off all peripheral devices connected to this chapter only at an electrostatic discharge (ESD) workstation, because the server components can reduce the risk of electrostatic discharge ESD damage by unplugging all AC power cords from the system or wall outlet. •...or fasteners. • Do not access inside power supply. Upon completion of accessing inside the product, refasten access cover with the metal server chassis to dissipate the static charge while handling the components. • Avoid moving fan blades. Power Supply Modules CAUTION Power supply modules...
...the product: • Turn off all peripheral devices connected to this chapter only at an electrostatic discharge (ESD) workstation, because the server components can reduce the risk of electrostatic discharge ESD damage by unplugging all AC power cords from the system or wall outlet. •...or fasteners. • Do not access inside power supply. Upon completion of accessing inside the product, refasten access cover with the metal server chassis to dissipate the static charge while handling the components. • Avoid moving fan blades. Power Supply Modules CAUTION Power supply modules...
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... RACK The equipment rack must be labeled as controlling power to the entire unit, not just to your local approved electrician. 14 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide Operating the system for longer than five minutes without the covers in the rack assembly. Cooling and Airflow CAUTION For proper... be anchored to an unmovable suitable support to the manufacturer's instructions. This typically will require the rack to lift or move the server by the handles on the system. We recommend you consult your local regional electrical codes. GROUNDING THE RACK INSTALLATION To avoid the ...
... RACK The equipment rack must be labeled as controlling power to the entire unit, not just to your local approved electrician. 14 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide Operating the system for longer than five minutes without the covers in the rack assembly. Cooling and Airflow CAUTION For proper... be anchored to an unmovable suitable support to the manufacturer's instructions. This typically will require the rack to lift or move the server by the handles on the system. We recommend you consult your local regional electrical codes. GROUNDING THE RACK INSTALLATION To avoid the ...
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... damage system parts. Operating the system without the covers in boards, and other components are properly installed. 3. Attach the covers to the system. 2. continued 16 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide To remove AC power from the back of the system-any unpainted metal surface-when handling components. 6. Do not operate the system with...
... damage system parts. Operating the system without the covers in boards, and other components are properly installed. 3. Attach the covers to the system. 2. continued 16 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide To remove AC power from the back of the system-any unpainted metal surface-when handling components. 6. Do not operate the system with...
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.... • Quick Start Guide (fold-out poster) • System Accessory Kit Two North American power cords SPSH4 Server Platform System Resource CD (contains product documentation, device drivers, and software utilities) Three sets (six rails) 5.25-inch peripheral...list of mishandling during transit. If any of the contents appear damaged, file a damage claim with the carrier immediately. • Intel® SPSH4 Server Platform with the following parts installed: SSH4 baseboard SSH4 processor board SSH4 memory board Fan distribution...
.... • Quick Start Guide (fold-out poster) • System Accessory Kit Two North American power cords SPSH4 Server Platform System Resource CD (contains product documentation, device drivers, and software utilities) Three sets (six rails) 5.25-inch peripheral...list of mishandling during transit. If any of the contents appear damaged, file a damage claim with the carrier immediately. • Intel® SPSH4 Server Platform with the following parts installed: SSH4 baseboard SSH4 processor board SSH4 memory board Fan distribution...
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Install an operating system. 8. Space and Power Requirements The server is available in both rack-mount and pedestal versions. SPSH4 Server (Rack-Mount and Pedestal) 29 Configure the system with the FRU/SDR load utility. 6. Install the server into a rack unit (rack-mount version only). OM13380 Figure 1. Connect...Started This section discusses the main steps you need to perform to the System Resource CD-ROM. 5. Turn on the server and boot to get your server up system security. 9. Selecting a Site This section describes the space and power requirements and general site criteria for ...
Install an operating system. 8. Space and Power Requirements The server is available in both rack-mount and pedestal versions. SPSH4 Server (Rack-Mount and Pedestal) 29 Configure the system with the FRU/SDR load utility. 6. Install the server into a rack unit (rack-mount version only). OM13380 Figure 1. Connect...Started This section discusses the main steps you need to perform to the System Resource CD-ROM. 5. Turn on the server and boot to get your server up system security. 9. Selecting a Site This section describes the space and power requirements and general site criteria for ...
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SPSH4 Server Physical Specifications Specification Rack Mount Height 12.25 inches (311 mm) (7U) Width Fits 19-inch rack Depth 25.25 inches (641 mm) Weight Minimum configuration 90 pounds (41 kg) Maximum configuration 119 pounds (57 kg) Required front clearance 3 inches (76 mm), inlet airflow Table 2.
SPSH4 Server Physical Specifications Specification Rack Mount Height 12.25 inches (311 mm) (7U) Width Fits 19-inch rack Depth 25.25 inches (641 mm) Weight Minimum configuration 90 pounds (41 kg) Maximum configuration 119 pounds (57 kg) Required front clearance 3 inches (76 mm), inlet airflow Table 2.
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... memory board-see page 85. 8. b. ✏ NOTES Surge suppressor recommended: In geographic regions that are susceptible to electrical storms, Intel strongly recommends that came with electromagnetic interference regulations, see page 78. 4. c. Installing hard disk drives-see page 69. Configuring your ...ICMB board kit. 5. To install the memory, processors, hard drives, and other options, follow the instructions that you plug the server into a surge suppressor. Installing the DIMMs in cards-see page 66. Installing the air baffle-see page 82. Installing the processor ...
... memory board-see page 85. 8. b. ✏ NOTES Surge suppressor recommended: In geographic regions that are susceptible to electrical storms, Intel strongly recommends that came with electromagnetic interference regulations, see page 78. 4. c. Installing hard disk drives-see page 69. Configuring your ...ICMB board kit. 5. To install the memory, processors, hard drives, and other options, follow the instructions that you plug the server into a surge suppressor. Installing the DIMMs in cards-see page 66. Installing the air baffle-see page 82. Installing the processor ...
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... a drive protection card or diskette is displayed, POST displays the message "Press to enter Setup..." Turn on the System Resource CD. 32 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide The length of time needed to complete POST depends on the amount of memory installed and the number of this section discusses software... the back of the keys identified with this point, you can press any of the chassis and into the CD-ROM drive. Insert the SPSH4 Server Platform System Resource CD into the power source or wall outlet. 5. If you enter BIOS Setup, the Service Partition, or the Adaptec† ...
... a drive protection card or diskette is displayed, POST displays the message "Press to enter Setup..." Turn on the System Resource CD. 32 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide The length of time needed to complete POST depends on the amount of memory installed and the number of this section discusses software... the back of the keys identified with this point, you can press any of the chassis and into the CD-ROM drive. Insert the SPSH4 Server Platform System Resource CD into the power source or wall outlet. 5. If you enter BIOS Setup, the Service Partition, or the Adaptec† ...
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...display a menu for * Note: Using BIOS Setup, you use the displayed menu to change the boot device, the change the number of the server, false errors might not be generated by sensors that don't actually exist, and sensors that is displayed. Note: If you can use BIOS Setup ... FRU/SDR configuration does not match the physical configuration of processors, fans, or power supplies, you can enable the Boot- Hot Keys for the server. Table 3. Time Diagnostic Screen, in which case POST does not display the splash screen. Configuring the System with a bootable operating system but see...
...display a menu for * Note: Using BIOS Setup, you use the displayed menu to change the boot device, the change the number of the server, false errors might not be generated by sensors that don't actually exist, and sensors that is displayed. Note: If you can use BIOS Setup ... FRU/SDR configuration does not match the physical configuration of processors, fans, or power supplies, you can enable the Boot- Hot Keys for the server. Table 3. Time Diagnostic Screen, in which case POST does not display the splash screen. Configuring the System with a bootable operating system but see...
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If you skip this product guide referred to 40 MB of hard disk space. ✏ NOTE Intel strongly recommends that you install the service partition before installing an operating system. Boot the server to install a service partition, any operating system or other data on ... the "Service Partition" section in conjunction with the operating system. The CD contains documentation, device drivers, utilities, Intel Server Management, and other files from the CD. The service partition, in the Installation Guide for viewing the files. 34 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide
If you skip this product guide referred to 40 MB of hard disk space. ✏ NOTE Intel strongly recommends that you install the service partition before installing an operating system. Boot the server to install a service partition, any operating system or other data on ... the "Service Partition" section in conjunction with the operating system. The CD contains documentation, device drivers, utilities, Intel Server Management, and other files from the CD. The service partition, in the Installation Guide for viewing the files. 34 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide
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...provides access to autorun, the first screen from the CD user interface will be removed. When opening either the System Setup Utility (page 50) or Intel Server Management (page 49), you can browse the contents of the CD, create driver and utility diskettes, and more. • Viewing the file system... Getting Started 35 Using either access cover, the switch transmits an alarm signal to view the contents of the CD directly. • Booting the server from the CD-You can use , the bezel has a door and three-position key lock. Mechanical Locks To help prevent unauthorized system entry or...
...provides access to autorun, the first screen from the CD user interface will be removed. When opening either the System Setup Utility (page 50) or Intel Server Management (page 49), you can browse the contents of the CD, create driver and utility diskettes, and more. • Viewing the file system... Getting Started 35 Using either access cover, the switch transmits an alarm signal to view the contents of the CD directly. • Booting the server from the CD-You can use , the bezel has a door and three-position key lock. Mechanical Locks To help prevent unauthorized system entry or...
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...8226; Set a user password. • Enable Password on passwords is write protected, if enabled. • Power, Sleep, and Reset buttons on or reset the server. To activate: Power on the front panel are disabled. • Mouse and keyboard input are ignored, except for secure mode. No password is not booting...activate: Power on power up. To enable, do one alphanumeric character. • Let the inactivity timer time out. continued 36 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide You can set the time-out period from two minutes to the boot device priority set in BIOS Setup. You can ...
...8226; Set a user password. • Enable Password on passwords is write protected, if enabled. • Power, Sleep, and Reset buttons on or reset the server. To activate: Power on the front panel are disabled. • Mouse and keyboard input are ignored, except for secure mode. No password is not booting...activate: Power on power up. To enable, do one alphanumeric character. • Let the inactivity timer time out. continued 36 Intel SPSH4 Server Platform Product Guide You can set the time-out period from two minutes to the boot device priority set in BIOS Setup. You can ...
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...disk drive when the system boots from drive A: when Secure Boot Mode is enabled. • Exit secure mode. Installing the Server in a Rack The server mounts in the SSU. Software Security Features (continued) Feature Description Fixed Disk Boot Sector Write Protect To enable, do any other... features, you may use the Password Clear jumper to clear the passwords on the next boot (see : http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/ssh4/spsh4/compat.htm Install the Rack Mount Kit following the instructions on the back of the following : • Set Fixed Disk...
...disk drive when the system boots from drive A: when Secure Boot Mode is enabled. • Exit secure mode. Installing the Server in a Rack The server mounts in the SSU. Software Security Features (continued) Feature Description Fixed Disk Boot Sector Write Protect To enable, do any other... features, you may use the Password Clear jumper to clear the passwords on the next boot (see : http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/ssh4/spsh4/compat.htm Install the Rack Mount Kit following the instructions on the back of the following : • Set Fixed Disk...