TYAN S7120 - User Manual

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S7120

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Overview

The TYAN S7120 motherboard is a powerful computing platform based on the Intel C621A Lewisburg chipset, designed to support Intel 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Families processors. It offers scalable 32 and 64-bit computing, high-bandwidth memory design, and PCI-E bus implementation, making it suitable for demanding IT environments and future application upgrades.

Function Description:

The S7120 motherboard serves as the central component for high-performance server systems. It integrates essential computing elements, including processor sockets, memory slots, expansion slots, and various input/output interfaces. Its primary function is to provide a robust and flexible foundation for building powerful servers, supporting advanced features like IPMI for remote management and various storage configurations.

Important Technical Specifications:

Processor:

Q'ty / Socket Type: (2) LGA4189
Supported CPU Series: Intel Xeon Scalable Processor, 3rd Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processor
Thermal Design Power (TDP) Wattage: Max up to 270W
System Bus: Up to 11.2/10.4 GT/s with Intel UltraPath Interconnect (UPI) support

Chipset:

PCH: Intel C621A
System Monitoring Chipset: Aspeed AST2600

Memory:

Supported DIMM Qty: (8)+(8) DIMM slots
DIMM Type / Speed: DDR4 ECC RDIMM/RDIMM 3DS/LRDIMM/LRDIMM 3DS 3200
Capacity: Up to 1,024GB RDIMM/ 2,048GB LRDIMM/ 2,048GB RDIMM 3DS/LRDIMM 3DS (Follow latest Intel DDR4 Memory POR)
Memory channel: 8 Channels per CPU
Memory voltage: 1.2V

Expansion Slots:

(2) PCI-E Gen4 x8
(3) PCI-E Gen4 x16

LAN (S7120GM2NRE):

Q'ty / Port: (2) GbE ports, (1) GbE port dedicated for IPMI
PHY: Realtek RTL8211E

LAN (S7120GM2NRE-2T):

Q'ty / Port: (2) 10GbE ports, (1) GbE port dedicated for IPMI
Controller: Intel X550
PHY: Realtek RTL8211E

Storage:

SATA Connector: (3) Mini-SAS (12 ports) + (2) SATA (totally support 14 ports)
SATA Controller: Intel C621A
SATA Speed: 6Gb/s
SATA RAID: RAID 0/1/10/5 (Intel RSTe)
NVMe Connector (M.2): (2) 22110/2280 (by PCI-E interface)

Graphic:

Connector type: D-Sub 15-pin
Resolution: Up to 1920x1200
Chipset: Aspeed AST2600

Input / Output:

(1) ID button
(2) USB3.0 ports (@ rear)
(2) COM headers
(1) D-Sub 15-pin VGA port (@ rear)
RJ-45: (2) GbE ports (S7120GM2NRE) or (2) 10GbE ports (S7120GM2NRE-2T), (1) GbE dedicated for IPMI
Front Panel: (1) 2x12-pin SSI front panel header
SATA: (3) Mini-SAS HD from PCH SATA-III
Power: SSI 24-pin + 8-pin + 8-pin power connectors

TPM (Optional):

TPM Support: Refer to TPM supported list.

System Monitoring:

Fan: Total (5) 4-pin headers
Temperature: Monitors temperature for CPU & memory & system environment
Voltage: Monitors voltage for CPU, memory, chipset & power supply
LED: Over temperature warning indicator, Fan & PSU fail LED indicator

Server Management:

Onboard Chipset: Onboard Aspeed AST2600
AST2500 iKVM Feature: 24-bit high quality video compression, Supports storage over IP and remote platform-flash, USB 2.0 virtual hub
AST2500 IPMI Feature: IPMI 2.0 compliant baseboard management controller (BMC), 10/100/1000 Mb/s MAC interface
Others: Watchdog timer support

BIOS:

Brand / ROM size: AMI, 32MB
Feature: Hardware Monitor, SMBIOS 3.0/PnP/Wake on LAN, Boot from USB device/PXE via LAN/Storage, User Configurable FAN PWM Duty Cycle, Console Redirection, ACPI sleeping states S4,S5, ACPI 6.1

Physical Dimension:

Form Factor: SSI EEB compatible
Board Dimension: 12.2” x 13.04” (309.8 x 331.2mm)

Regulation:

FCC (DoC) Class A, CE (DoC) Class A, RCM Class A, VCCI Class A
RoHS 6/6 Compliant: Yes

Operating Environment:

Operating Temp.: 10° C ~ 35° C (50° F~ 95° F)
Non-operating Temp.: - 40° C ~ 70° C (-40° F ~ 158° F)
In/Non-operating Humidity: 90%, non-condensing at 35° C

Usage Features:

Processor Installation: The manual provides a detailed, step-by-step guide for installing dual LGA4189 Intel Icelake CPUs and their heatsinks. It emphasizes proper alignment, securing mechanisms, and the importance of thermal grease.
Motherboard Installation in Chassis: Guidelines are provided for correctly installing the motherboard, including checking for support studs and avoiding extra stand-offs that could cause short circuits. Torque force limits for mounting screws are specified (5~7kgf/cm or 4.35~6.09 lb/in).
Memory Installation: Supports DDR4 ECC RDIMM/LRDIMM/LRDIMM 3DS at various speeds. Strict rules for DIMM mixing are outlined, requiring all DIMMs to be of the same type and density. Installation involves unlocking clips, aligning the module notch, and firmly seating it until clips lock.
Drive Cable Attachment: Instructions for attaching SAS Power, Mini SAS HD, and SATA cables are provided with illustrative diagrams.
Add-In Card Installation: Diagrams show the PCI-E slot configurations (Gen4x16 and Gen4x8) for CPU0 and CPU1. It advises against forcing cards and suggests staggered installation for better airflow.
External Device Connectivity: Detailed diagrams illustrate the rear I/O ports, including USB 3.0, LAN (GbE or 10GbE), VGA, and an ID button. An extended function of the ID button allows powering on/off the system by holding it for 5 seconds, useful for onsite technicians.
Power Supply Installation: Specifies the use of three power connectors (ATX 24-pin, 8-pin CPU0, 8-pin CPU1) and support for EPS 12V power supply.
BIOS Setup: The BIOS offers extensive configuration options, including processor settings (Hyper-Threading, CPUID limit, Prefetchers, APIC, TXT, Virtualization Technology, SMX, Chipset Lock, PPIN Control, AES-NI, TSC Reset, RDT CAT Tuning), memory settings (MMIO High Base, Granularity Size, NUMA, Enforce POR, Halt on mem Training Error, Fast Boot, MemTest, RMT, Rank Margin Tool, Memory RAS Configuration including Mirror Mode, Mirror TAD0, UEFI ARM Mirror, Correctable Error Threshold, ADDDC Sparing, Patrol Scrub, Patrol Scrub Interval), IIO Configuration (PCIe Port Bifurcation, Link Speed, Max Link Width, De-Emphais, ASPM, Hide Port, MCTP, Intel VT-d, Intel VMD, AIC Retimer/SSD HW), PCH Configuration (PCH Devices, PCI Express Root Port settings, SATA/sSATA configurations, USB settings, ADR Configuration), Miscellaneous Configuration (Active Video), USB Configuration (XHCI Idle L1, Mass Storage Driver Support, Port 60/64 Emulation, USB transfer/device reset time-out, Device power-up delay), CSM Configuration (CSM support, Option ROM Messages, Network/Storage/Video/Other PCI devices OpROM execution policy), NVMe Configuration, Onboard Device Configuration (VGA, LAN 0/1, External Clock Spread Spectrum, Chassis Intrusion Detection, NMI Button), Network Stack Configuration, Hardware Health Configuration (Fan Speed Control, PWM Minimal Duty Cycle, BMC Alert Beep, PMBus support, Sensor Data Register Monitoring), NVDIMM ADR Configuration (Enable ADR, Assert ADR on Reset/Shutdown), CPU/Memory Registration, Tls Auth Configuration (Server CA, Client Cert), iSCSI Configuration (Attempt Priority, Initiator Configuration, Add/Delete/Change Attempts), Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X550-T2 (NIC Configuration, Wake On LAN), Server Management (BMC Support, IPMI Interface Type, Wait For BMC, BMC Logo, FRB-2 Timer, OS Watchdog Timer, BMC network configuration), Security (Administrator/User Password, Security Frozen Mode, Secure Boot Configuration, Key Management), and Boot options (Setup Prompt Timeout, Bootup NumLock State, Quiet Boot, Endless Boot, Wait for “ESC” if Error, Boot Option Priorities, Delete Boot Option).

Maintenance Features:

BIOS Updates: TYAN provides BIOS updates on its website (http://www.tyan.com) to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Diagnostics: The manual includes a section on diagnostics, advising users to check Memory, Video, and CPU first when troubleshooting. It also provides a comprehensive list of AMIBIOS Post Codes (Aptio) for detailed error identification during the boot process.
Flash Utility: Information on Flash Utilities and BIOS downloads is available on the TYAN website for proper BIOS flashing. A warning is included regarding the risks of BIOS flashing and the company's policy on replacement BIOS chips.
Fan and Temp Sensors: An appendix details the location of fan and temperature sensors on the motherboard, along with a table explaining BIOS Temp sensor names, aiding in system monitoring and maintenance.
Technical Support: Users are advised to first contact their dealer for support. If unavailable, TYAN's website offers FAQs, bulletins, driver updates, online Trouble Ticket creation, Instant Chat, Linux Online Support, and compatibility reports.
Warranty: The warranty covers normal customer use and requires a receipt or invoice for service. It does not cover damages from alteration, misuse, abuse, or improper maintenance. RMA procedures are outlined for returning merchandise.
Safety Regulations: Includes FCC, CE, RCM, VCCI, and RoHS compliance information. A caution regarding lithium battery handling is provided to prevent explosions and ensure proper disposal.