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Supermicro AS -2024S-TR User Manual

Supermicro AS -2024S-TR
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USER’S MANUAL
Revision 1.0
A+ Server
AS -2024S-TR

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Supermicro AS -2024S-TR Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSupermicro
ModelAS -2024S-TR
CategoryServer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Overview

Provides a brief outline of the functions and features of the AS-2024S-TR server.

1.2 Unpacking the System

Instructions for inspecting and preparing the system for installation.

1.3 System Features

Overview of the main system specifications and capabilities.

1.4 Server Chassis Features

Details on the physical components and indicators of the server chassis.

Control Panel

Describes the buttons and LEDs on the server's front control panel.

Front Features

Details the logical storage drive numbers and drive carrier indicators on the front.

Drive Carrier Indicators

Explains the LED indicators on the drive carriers for status and activity.

Rear Features

Identifies and describes the I/O ports and expansion slots on the rear of the chassis.

Power Supply Indicators

Explains the LED status indicators for the power supply modules.

1.5 Motherboard Layout

Diagram and explanation of the motherboard's jumpers, connectors, and LEDs.

Quick Reference Table

A summary table of jumpers, LEDs, and connectors for quick reference.

Chapter 2 Server Installation

2.1 Overview

Introduces the chapter on mounting the system in a server rack.

2.2 Preparing for Setup

Guidelines for choosing a location and preparing for server rack installation.

Choosing a Setup Location

Recommendations for selecting a suitable environment for the server.

Rack Precautions

Safety guidelines for installing equipment in server racks.

Server Precautions

General safety precautions for handling and installing the server.

Rack Mounting Considerations

Factors to consider for installing equipment into a rack assembly.

Mechanical Loading

Considerations for preventing hazardous conditions due to uneven mechanical loading in racks.

Circuit Overloading

Advice on power supply circuitry and potential circuit overloading.

Reliable Ground

Importance of maintaining a reliable ground connection for the rack and system.

2.3 Installing the Rails

Step-by-step instructions for installing the rack slide rails.

Identifying the Rails

Explains how to identify the different sections of the rack rail assembly.

Releasing the Inner Rail

Procedure for releasing the inner rail from the outer rail assembly.

Installing the Inner Rails on the Chassis

Steps for attaching the inner rails to the server chassis.

Installing the Outer Rails onto the Rack

Guide for mounting the outer rails onto the server rack.

2.4 Installing the Server into the Rack

Instructions for sliding the server into the installed rack rails.

Removing the Chassis from the Rack

Procedure for safely removing the server chassis from the rack.

Chapter 3 Maintenance and Component Installation

3.1 Removing Power

Essential steps to safely remove power from the system before maintenance.

3.2 Accessing the System

How to remove the top cover to gain access to the system's interior.

3.3 Motherboard Components

Instructions for installing and replacing motherboard components.

Processor and Heatsink Installation

Detailed guide for installing the CPU and its heatsink.

Memory Management

Covers memory support, population, installation, and removal.

Expansion Card Installation

Guide on installing PCI expansion cards.

Motherboard Battery Replacement

Instructions for replacing the motherboard's CMOS battery.

3.4 Chassis Components

Procedures for installing and replacing chassis components like storage drives.

Storage Drive Installation

Instructions for installing hot-swap drives and carriers.

NVMe Drive Hot-Swap

Procedures for ejecting and replacing NVMe drives using IPMI.

System Cooling and Airflow

Information on cooling, fans, air shroud, and airflow checks.

Overheating Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for addressing system overheating issues.

Power Supply Management

Information on redundant power supplies, LEDs, and replacement.

Chapter 4 Motherboard Connections

4.1 Power Connections

Details on connecting the primary and auxiliary power to the motherboard.

Main Power Supply Connector

Pin definitions for the 24-pin ATX main power connector.

4.2 Headers and Connectors

Explains various headers and connectors on the motherboard.

Fan and Storage Connectors

Describes fan headers, DOM, SATA, M.2, SuperDOM, and Battery connectors.

System Interface and Control Headers

Details TPM, Expansion Slots, UID, SGPIO, BMC, Chassis Intrusion, and Control Panel headers.

Button and LED Indicators

Explains pin definitions for control panel buttons and various system LEDs.

4.3 Ports

Describes the rear I/O ports available on the motherboard.

Rear I/O Ports Overview

Identifies and describes COM, IPMI LAN, USB, LAN, and VGA ports.

4.4 Jumpers

Explains the function and settings of various motherboard jumpers.

CMOS Clear Jumper

Instructions for clearing the CMOS using the JBT1 jumper.

System Control Jumpers

Describes Watch Dog, VGA, and LAN Enable/Disable jumpers.

4.5 LED Indicators

Detailed explanations of the various onboard LED indicators.

Chapter 5 Software

5.1 Microsoft Windows OS Installation

Guide for installing the Windows operating system, including driver loading.

5.2 Driver Installation

Instructions for downloading and installing system drivers from the Supermicro website.

5.3 SuperDoctor® 5

Information on the SuperDoctor 5 utility for system health monitoring.

5.4 BMC

Details on the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) and its administration.

BMC ADMIN User Password

Information on finding the default BMC administrator password.

Chapter 6 UEFI BIOS

6.1 Introduction

Overview of the AMIBIOS Setup utility for the H12DSi-N6 motherboard.

Starting the Setup Utility

How to access the BIOS setup utility by pressing keys during boot.

6.2 Main Setup

Describes the main BIOS setup screen and its configuration options.

System Information

Displays system date, time, BIOS version, build date, CPLD, and memory information.

6.3 Advanced Settings

Configuration options for advanced system settings in the BIOS.

Boot and System Configuration

Settings for boot features, trusted computing, firmware versions, and ACPI.

Hardware Interface Configuration

Settings for Super IO, Serial Port, SOL, console redirection, and CPU/NB.

Link, Memory, PCIe, USB, Network, SATA Config

Settings for xGMI, memory, PCIe, USB, network, and SATA interfaces.

Boot Protocol and Management

Configuration for HTTP, iSCSI, and MBA boot protocols.

6.4 IPMI Configuration

Settings for configuring the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI).

System Event Log

Options for managing system event logs, including enabling and erasing.

BMC Network Configuration

Settings for configuring the BMC's network interface and IP address.

6.5 Event Logs

Configuration options for SMBIOS event logging.

SMBIOS Event Log Settings

Options for enabling, disabling, and erasing SMBIOS event logs.

6.6 Security Settings

Configuration options for system security, including passwords and erase functions.

Administrator Password and Checks

Settings for setting and checking administrator passwords.

Security Erase Configuration

Options for secure erase functions for storage devices.

Security Function Options

Various security functions like password setting and erase modes.

6.7 Boot Settings

Configuration options for system boot behavior and boot order.

Boot Mode and Priority

Settings for boot mode (Legacy/UEFI/Dual) and boot device priorities.

Boot Option Management

Options for adding, deleting, and managing boot options.

6.8 Save & Exit Options

Options for saving BIOS changes, discarding them, or resetting to defaults.

BIOS Setup Save and Exit

Options to save changes, discard changes, or reset to defaults and exit.

Appendix A Standardized Warning Statements

Warning Definition

Explains the meaning of the standard warning symbols used in the manual.

Appendix B UEFI BIOS Recovery

B.1 Overview

Introduction to UEFI firmware and its role in system boot.

B.2 Recovering the UEFI BIOS Image

Explains the structure of the UEFI BIOS flash chip.

B.3 Recovering the BIOS Block with a USB Device

Step-by-step guide for recovering the BIOS using a USB device.

Appendix C System Specifications

Processor Support

Lists the supported CPU types and socket information.

Chipset

Identifies the chipset used in the system.

BIOS

Specifies the BIOS type and capacity.

Memory Support

Details the number of DIMM slots and maximum memory capacity.

SATA Controller

Information about the integrated SATA controller.

Drive Bays

Specifies the number and type of drive bays supported.

PCI Expansion Slots

Lists the types and number of PCI expansion slots available.

Motherboard

Provides the specifications and dimensions of the motherboard.

Chassis

Provides the specifications and dimensions of the server chassis.

System Cooling

Details the cooling system, including the number and type of fans.

Power Supply

Specifications for the power supply units, including model and ratings.

Operating Environment

Specifies the recommended operating and non-operating environmental conditions.

Regulatory Compliance

Lists the regulatory standards and directives the product complies with.

Perchlorate Warning

Specific warning regarding perchlorate materials in lithium coin cells.

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