Intel Server Board SE7520 User Guia

Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2
User Guide
A Guide for Technically Qualified Assemblers of Intel® Identified

Subassemblies/Products
Order Number: C51518-006

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About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing and using the Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2. Six versions of this
server board are available. These boards have the following product codes:
Product code SE7520BD2
Product code SE7520BD2SCSI
Product code SE7520BD2V
Product code SE7520BD2SCSID2
Product code SE7520BD2VD2
Product code SE7520BD2SATAD2
This manual applies to each of these products.
✏ NOTES
Most diagrams in this manual show product code SE7520BD2. Where
necessary to complete a procedure, differences are noted.
This manual is written for system technicians who are responsible for troubleshooting, upgrading,
and repairing this server board. This document provides a brief overview of the features of the
board/chassis, a list of accessories or other components you may need, troubleshooting information,
and instructions on how to add and replace components on the Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2.
For the latest version of this manual, refer to
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/SE7520BD2/.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 provides a brief overview of the Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2. In this chapter, you
will find a list of the server board features, photos of the product, and product diagrams to help you
identify components and their locations.
Chapter 2 provides instructions on adding and replacing components. Use this chapter for step-by-
step instructions and diagrams for installing or replacing components such as the memory,
processor, and the battery, among other components.
Chapter 3 provides instructions on using the utilities that are shipped with the board or that may be
required to update the system. This includes how to navigate through the BIOS Setup screens, how
to perform a BIOS update, and how to reset the password or CMOS. Information about the specific
BIOS settings and screens is available in the Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 Technical Product
Specification.
Chapter 4 provides troubleshooting information. In this chapter, you will find BIOS error messages
and POST code messages. You will also find suggestions for performing troubleshooting activities
to identify the source of a problem.
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Product Accessories
These server boards are compatible with the following Intel® Server Chassis:
Intel® Server Chassis SC5300
Intel® Server Chassis SC5300 BRP
Intel® Server Chassis SC5300 LX
Intel® Entry Server Chassis SC5275-E
Intel® Entry Server Chassis SC5295-E DP
Intel® Entry Server Chassis SC5295-E BRP
✏ NOTES
The server chassis support varies by the version of the server board. To make
sure you have the right server board / chassis combination, see “Server
Chassis”.
You may need or want to purchase one or more of the following accessory items for your server:
Processor
Memory DIMM
Hard drive
Floppy drive/CD-ROM drive/DVD-ROM drive
RAID controller
Operating system
For information about which accessories, memory, processors, and third-party hardware have been
tested and can be used with your board, look for the Tested Hardware and Operating System List.
For ordering information for the server board, check the Spares and Configuration Guide
Document.
Additional Information and Software

If you need more information about this product or information about the accessories that can be
used with this server board, use the following resources:
For this information or software Obtain this document / software

For in-depth technical information about this Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 Technical Product Specification
product, including BIOS settings and chipset
information
If you just received this product and need to Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 Quick Start User’s Guide
install it located in the product box or to obtain a newer version, use this
link: Quick Start User’s Guide.
Accessories or other Intel server products Spares and Configuration Guide Document
Hardware (peripheral boards, adapter cards) Tested Hardware and Operating System List
and operating systems that have been
tested with this product
Chassis that have been tested with this Reference Chassis List
product
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Processors that have been tested with this Supported Processor List
product
DIMMs that have been tested with this Tested Memory List
product
To make sure your system falls within the Power Budget Tool
allowed power budget
For software to manage your Intel® Server Intel® Server Management Software
For firmware, BIOS updates, and drivers Download Finder
To obtain the documents or software mentioned in the above table and for the latest product
technical information, please go to:
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/SE7520BD2
Safety Information
Emissions Disclaimer
To ensure EMC compliance with your local regional rules and regulations, the final configuration
of your end system product may require additional EMC compliance testing. For more information
please contact your local Intel Representative.
See “Regulatory and Integration Information” for product safety compliance and EMC regulatory
compliance information. This is an FCC Class A device. Integration of it into a Class B chassis
does not result in a Class B device.
Intended Uses
This product was evaluated as Information Technology Equipment (ITE), which may be installed in
offices, schools, computer rooms, and similar commercial type locations. The suitability of this
product for other product categories and environments (such as: medical, industrial,
telecommunications, NEBS, residential, alarm systems, test equipment, etc.), other than an ITE
application, may require further evaluation
EMC Testing
Before computer integration, make sure that the chassis, power supply, and other modules have
passed EMC testing using a server board with a microprocessor from the same family (or higher)
and operating at the same (or higher) speed as the microprocessor used on this server board.
Warnings
Heed safety information: Before working with your server product,
whether you are using this guide or any other resource as a reference, pay
close attention to the safety instructions. You must adhere to the assembly
instructions in this guide to ensure and maintain compliance with existing
product certifications and approvals. Use only the described, regulated
components specified in this guide. Use of other products / components will
void the UL listing and other regulatory approvals of the product and will
most likely result in noncompliance with product regulations in the region(s)
in which the product is sold.
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System power on/off: The power button DOES NOT turn off the system
AC power. To remove power from system, you must unplug the AC power
cord from the wall outlet. Make sure the AC power cord is unplugged before
you open the chassis, add, or remove any components.
Hazardous conditions, devices and cables: Hazardous electrical
conditions may be present on power, telephone, and communication cables.
Turn off the server and disconnect the power cord, telecommunications
systems, networks, and modems attached to the server before opening it.
Otherwise, personal injury or equipment damage can result.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) and ESD protection: ESD can damage
disk drives, boards, and other parts. We recommend that you perform all
procedures in this chapter only at an ESD workstation. If one is not available,
provide some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap attached to
chassis ground any unpainted metal surface on your server when
handling parts.
ESD and handling boards: Always handle boards carefully. They can be
extremely sensitive to ESD. Hold boards only by their edges. After removing
a board from its protective wrapper or from the server, place the board
component side up on a grounded, static free surface. Use a conductive foam
pad if available but not the board wrapper. Do not slide board over any
surface.
Installing or removing jumpers: A jumper is a small plastic encased
conductor that slips over two jumper pins. Some jumpers have a small tab on
top that you can grip with your fingertips or with a pair of fine needle nosed
pliers. If your jumpers do not have such a tab, take care when using needle
nosed pliers to remove or install a jumper; grip the narrow sides of the
jumper with the pliers, never the wide sides. Gripping the wide sides can
damage the contacts inside the jumper, causing intermittent problems with
the function controlled by that jumper. Take care to grip with, but not
squeeze, the pliers or other tool you use to remove a jumper, or you may
bend or break the stake pins on the board.
Safety Cautions
Read all caution and safety statements in this document before performing
any of the instructions. See also Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis
Safety Information on the Deployment CD and/or at
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/CS-010770.htm
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
Lesen Sie zunächst sämtliche Warn- und Sicherheitshinweise in diesem

Dokument, bevor Sie eine der Anweisungen ausführen. Beachten Sie hierzu
auch die Sicherheitshinweise zu Intel-Serverplatinen und -Servergehäusen
auf der Ressourcen-CD oder unter
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要安全指导
在执行任何指令之前，请阅读本文档中的所有注意事项及安全声明。参
见 Resource CD （资源光盘）和/或
上的 Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information
（《 Intel 服务器主板与服务器机箱安全信息》）。
Consignes de sécurité
Lisez attention toutes les consignes de sécurité et les mises en garde

indiquées dans ce document avant de suivre toute instruction. Consultez Intel
Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information sur le CD Resource
CD ou bien rendez-vous sur le site
Instrucciones de seguridad importantes
Lea todas las declaraciones de seguridad y precaución de este documento

antes de realizar cualquiera de las instrucciones. Vea Intel Server Boards and
Server Chassis Safety Information en el CD Resource y/o en
AVVERTENZA: Italiano
PASSI DI SICUREZZA: Qualora si rimuovano le coperture del telaio per accedere all’interno
del sistema, seguire i seguenti passi:
1. Spegnere tutti i dispositivi periferici collegati al sistema.
2. Spegnere il sistema, usando il pulsante spento/acceso dell’interruttore del sistema.
3. Togliere tutte le spine dei cavi del sistema dalle prese elettriche.
4. Identificare e sconnettere tutti i cavi attaccati ai collegamenti I/O od alle prese
installate sul retro del sistema.
5. Qualora si tocchino i componenti, proteggersi dallo scarico elettrostatico (SES),
portando un cinghia anti-statica da polso che è attaccata alla presa a terra del telaio
del sistema – qualsiasi superficie non dipinta – .
6. Non far operare il sistema quando il telaio è senza le coperture.
Se il sistema è stato a lungo in funzione, il microprocessore e il dissipatore di calore
potrebbero essere surriscaldati. Fare attenzione alla presenza di piedini appuntiti e parti
taglienti sulle schede e sul telaio. È consigliabile l'uso di guanti di protezione.
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1 Server Board Features................................................................................. 13

Connector and Header Locations ......................................................................................... 18
Product Codes SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2SCSI, SE7520BD2V .................................. 18
Product Codes SE7520BD2SCSID2, SE7520BD2VD2, SE7520BD2SATAD2 ........... 20
Configuration Jumpers .......................................................................................................... 22
Back Panel Connectors......................................................................................................... 23
Hardware Requirements ....................................................................................................... 24
Server Chassis ............................................................................................................. 24
Processor ..................................................................................................................... 24
Memory ....................................................................................................................... 25
2 Hardware Installations and Upgrades ........................................................ 28
Before You Begin .................................................................................................................. 28
Tools and Supplies Needed .................................................................................................. 28
Installing and Removing Memory.......................................................................................... 28
Installing DIMMs........................................................................................................... 29
Removing DIMMs......................................................................................................... 30
Installing or Replacing the Processor.................................................................................... 30
Installing the Processor ................................................................................................ 31
Removing a Processor ................................................................................................. 34
Installing or Removing a PCI Card........................................................................................ 34
Replacing the Backup Battery............................................................................................... 35
3 Server Utilities .............................................................................................. 37
Using the BIOS Setup Utility ................................................................................................. 37
Starting Setup .............................................................................................................. 37
If You Cannot Access Setup ........................................................................................ 37
Setup Menus ................................................................................................................ 37
Upgrading the BIOS .............................................................................................................. 39
Preparing for the Upgrade............................................................................................ 39
Preparing Media and Performing the BIOS Upgrade ................................................... 40
Crisis Recovery Diskette .............................................................................................. 41
Recovering the BIOS ............................................................................................................ 42
Recovering the BIOS with the Crisis Recovery Diskette .............................................. 42
Clearing the Password .......................................................................................................... 44
Clearing the CMOS ............................................................................................................... 45
4 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 46
Resetting the System ............................................................................................................ 46
Problems following Initial System Installation ....................................................................... 46
First Steps Checklist..................................................................................................... 46
Hardware Diagnostic Testing ................................................................................................ 47
Confirming Loading of the Operating System .............................................................. 48
Specific Problems and Corrective Actions ............................................................................ 48
Power Light Does Not Light.......................................................................................... 48
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No Characters Appear on Screen ................................................................................ 49

Characters Are Distorted or Incorrect........................................................................... 50
System Cooling Fans Do Not Rotate Properly ............................................................. 50
Diskette Drive Activity Light Does Not Light ................................................................. 50
CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not Light ............................... 51
Cannot Connect to a Server......................................................................................... 51
Problems with Network................................................................................................. 51
System Boots when Installing PCI Card....................................................................... 52
Problems with Newly Installed Application Software.................................................... 52
Problems with Application Software that Ran Correctly Earlier.................................... 52
Devices are not Recognized under Device Manager (Windows* Operating System).. 53
Hard Drive(s) Are Not Recognized............................................................................... 53
Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected.............................................................................. 53
LED Information .................................................................................................................... 53
BIOS POST Beep Codes ...................................................................................................... 54
Boot Block Error Beep Codes ...................................................................................... 54
POST Error Beep Codes.............................................................................................. 54
Regulatory and Compliance Information ........................................................ 56
Product Regulatory Compliance ........................................................................................... 56
Product Safety Compliance.......................................................................................... 56
Product EMC Compliance – Class A Compliance........................................................ 56
Certifications/Registrations/Declarations...................................................................... 57
Product Regulatory Compliance Markings ................................................................... 57
Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices.................................................................................. 58
FCC (USA) ................................................................................................................... 58
Industry Canada (ICES-003) ........................................................................................ 59
Europe (CE Declaration of Conformity)........................................................................ 59
Taiwan Declaration of Conformity (BSMI) .................................................................... 59
Korean Compliance (RRL) ........................................................................................... 59
Getting Help ....................................................................................................... 60
Intel® Server Issue Report Form....................................................................... 62
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Figures
Figure 1. Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 ................................................................................ 13
Figure 2. Product Codes SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2SCSI, and SE7520BD2V Connector and
Header Locations................................................................................................................. 19
Figure 3. Product Codes SE7520BD2SCSID2, SE7520BD2VD2, and SE7520BD2SATAD2
Connector and Header Locations ........................................................................................ 21
Figure 4. Configuration Jumper Location.................................................................................... 22
Figure 5. Back Panel Connectors ............................................................................................... 23
Figure 6. Installing Memory......................................................................................................... 29
Figure 7. Opening Socket Lever ................................................................................................. 31
Figure 8. Inserting Processor...................................................................................................... 31
Figure 9. Closing Socket Lever................................................................................................... 32
Figure 10. Installing the Heat Sink .............................................................................................. 33
Figure 11. Replacing the Backup Battery ................................................................................... 36
Figure 12. Recovery Boot Jumper .............................................................................................. 43
Figure 13. Password Clear Jumper ............................................................................................ 44
Figure 14. Clear CMOS Jumper ................................................................................................. 45
Tables
Table 1. Server Board Varieties.................................................................................................. 14
Table 2. Server Board Features.................................................................................................. 17
Table 3. Configuration Jumpers.................................................................................................. 22
Table 4. NIC LEDs ...................................................................................................................... 23
Table 5. Intel® Server Chassis Supported for each Server Board SE7520BD2 Product Code.. 24
Table 6. Keyboard Commands ................................................................................................... 38
Table 7. Boot Block Error Beep Codes ....................................................................................... 54
Table 8. POST Error Beep Codes .............................................................................................. 54
Table 9. BIOS Beep Codes......................................................................................................... 55
Table 10. Product Certification Markings .................................................................................... 57
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1 Server Board Features
This chapter briefly describes the main features of the Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2, provides a
photograph of the product, a list of the server board features, and diagrams showing the location of
important components and connections on the server board.
Figure 1. Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2
Six product codes for the Server Board SE7520BD2 are available. The following table provides an
overview of the differences between them, by product code.
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Server Board Features
Table 1. Server Board Varieties

Product Code Memory PCI SCSI SATA USB Connections
Product code Six DIMM sockets One PCI Express* x8 N/A Dual serial ATA Five:
SE7520BD2 DDR 266/333 One PCI Express x4 channels with support - Three at rear of
for RAID 0 and 1. board
72-bit, 184-pin DIMMs One PCI-X* 133MHz
One IDE connector - Two at front of
Supported DIMM sizes: 256 Two PCI-X 100MHz
supporting two board
MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 One PCI 32-bit / 33MHz 5V ATA/100 IDE
GB
channels.
24 GB Maximum (when 4 GB
DIMMs are available)
Dual channel architecture
Memory Mirroring
Memory Sparing
Product code Eight DIMM sockets One PCI Express* x8 N/A Dual serial ATA Four:
SE7520BD2SATAD2 DDR2-400 One PCI Express x4 channels with support - Two at rear of
for RAID 0 and 1. board
240-pin ECC Registered One PCI-X* 133MHz
DIMMs One IDE connector - Two at front of
Two PCI-X 100MHz
supporting two board
Supported DIMM sizes: 256 One PCI 32-bit / 33MHz 5V ATA/100 IDE
MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB
channels.
16 GB Maximum
Memory Mirroring
Memory Sparing
Continued
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Table 1. Server Board Varieties (continued)

Product code Six DIMM sockets One PCI Express* x8 Two Ultra- Dual serial ATA Five:
SE7520BD2SCSI DDR 266/333 One PCI Express x4 320/LVD channels with support - Three at rear of
channels via the for RAID 0 and 1. board
72-bit, 184-pin DIMMs One PCI-X* 133MHz
LSI* 53C1030 One IDE connector
Supported DIMM sizes: Two PCI-X 100MHz - Two at front of
SCSI controller supporting two
256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, board
One PCI 32-bit / 33MHz 5V ATA/100 IDE
4GB
channels.
24 GB Maximum (when 4GB
Memory Mirroring
Memory Sparing
Product code Eight DIMM sockets One PCI Express* x8 Two Ultra- Dual serial ATA Four:
SE7520BD2SCSID2 DDR2-400 One PCI Express x4 320/LVD channels with support - Two at rear of
channels via the for RAID 0 and 1. board
240-pin ECC Registered One PCI-X* 133MHz
LSI 53C1030 One IDE connector
DIMMs Two PCI-X 100MHz - Two at front of
SCSI controller supporting two
Supported DIMM sizes: 256 board
One PCI 32-bit / 33MHz 5V ATA/100 IDE
MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB
channels.
16 GB Maximum
Memory Mirroring
Memory Sparing
Continued
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Table 1. Server Board Varieties (continued)

Product code Six DIMM sockets One PCI Express x4 One Ultra- Dual serial ATA Four:
SE7520BD2V DDR 266/333 One PCI-X 133MHz 320/LVD channel channels with support - Two at rear of
via either the LSI* for RAID 0 and 1. board
72-bit, 184-pin DIMMs Two PCI-X 100MHz
53C1020 or LSI* One IDE connector
Supported DIMM sizes: One PCI 32-bit / 33MHz 5V - Two at front of
53C1020A SCSI supporting two
256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, board
controller ATA/100 IDE
4GB
channels.
24 GB Maximum (when 4 GB
Memory Mirroring
Memory Sparing
Product code Eight DIMM sockets One PCI Express x4 One Ultra- Dual serial ATA Four:
SE7520BD2VD2 DDR2-400 One PCI-X 133MHz 320/LVD channel channels with support - Two at rear of
via either the LSI for RAID 0 and 1. board
240-pin ECC Registered Two PCI-X 100MHz
53C1020 or LSI One IDE connector
DIMMs One PCI 32-bit / 33MHz 5V - Two at front of
53C1020A SCSI supporting two
Supported DIMM sizes: 256 board
controller ATA/100 IDE
MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB
channels.
16 GB Maximum
Memory Mirroring
Memory Sparing
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Table 2 summarizes the major features of the server board. See Table 1 for additional information.
Table 2. Server Board Features

Feature Description
Processors Up to two Intel® Xeon™ processors with an FC-mPGA4 using Socket 604, and an
800-MHz Front Side Bus (FSB)
Memory See Table 1
Chipset Intel® E7520 chipset:
Supports 800 MHz Front Side Bus (FSB)
Intel® E7520 Memory Controller Hub (MCH)
Intel® 6700PXH 64-bit PCI Hub
Intel® 82801ER I/O Controller Hub5 (ICH-5R)
I/O Control Super I/O controller chip that provides:
Two stacked and interchangeable PS/2 compatible keyboard/mouse ports
USB ports: See Table 1
One external serial port on the rear I/O port area (Serial A)
One serial port header to provide a second, optional serial port (Serial B)
One IDE connector supporting up to two ATA-100 compatible devices
One standard floppy drive interface
Video Integrated on-board ATI Rage* XL SVGA video controller.
8 MB SDRAM video memory
SVGA video port
Hard Disk Drive Two serial ATA 150 ports
Support for entry-level RAID functionality (LSI* Logic integrated mirroring and
integrated striping)
See Table 1
LAN Dual integrated 10/100/1000 MB on-board Ethernet connectors
One Marvell* 88E8050 10/100/1000 LAN
One Intel® 82541PI 10/100/1000 LAN
Expansion Slots Six full-length, full-height PCI expansion slots.
Slot 1 and Slot 2: PCI-X* 64-bit/100 MHz
Slot 3: PCI 32-bit/33MHz
Slot 4: PCI Express* x8 with x4 speeds
Slot 5: PCI Express x8 (not on product codes SE7520BD2V and
SE7520BD2VD2)
Slot 6: PCI-X* 64-bit/133-MHz
Fans Six multi-speed system fan headers.
Two single-speed CPU fan headers.
Server Management National Semiconductor* PC87431M controller to provide monitoring, alerting
and logging of critical sensor information.
Intel® Light-Guided Diagnostics on critical FRU devices, such as processors,
memory, and power (not on product codes SE7520BD2V and SE7520BD2VD2)
Custom front panel LCD connectors for use with the Intel® Local Control Panel
Intel® Management Module Professional or Advanced
Form Factor SSI-EEB3.5 compliant form factor
Board size 12 inches by 13 inches
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Connector and Header Locations

Product Codes SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2SCSI, SE7520BD2V
G L
A B C DE F H I J K M
N
TT
O
P
SS
RR
QQ
PP Q
R
OO
NN
MM
LL CPU 2 CPU 1
KK
JJ
II
HH
GG
FF
DD BB Z X W
EE AA VU T S
CC Y
TP00718
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A Chassis Intrusion P CPU Power Connector GG SATA A1

B, Left PCI-X* 100 Slot Q DIMM Sockets HH HSBP B
B, Right PCI-X 100 Slot (MROMB) R CPU 1 Fan Header II Front Panel Connector
C Super I/O S CPU 1 JJ SCSI Channel A
D PCI Slot 32/33 T CPU 2 KK System Fan 1 (3-pin)
E ATI* Rage XL Graphics Controller U Intel® Management Module LL System Fan 3 (6-pin)
Connector
F, Left x8 (x4speed) PCI-Express* Slot V IDE Connector MM System Fan 4 (6-pin)
F, Right x8 PCI-Express Slot W Floppy Connector NN OEM RMC
G Intel® 82541P1 (10/100/1000) X System Fan 2 (3-pin) OO ICH5R
H PCI-X 133 Slot Y System Fan 2 (2-pin) PP SCSI Channel B
I Battery Z System Fan 1 (2-pin) QQ LSI* 53C1030 SCSI
Controller
J ICMB Connector AA HSBP A RR CPU 2 Fan Header
K System Fan 5 BB Front Panel USB SS MCH
L System Fan 6 CC Front Panel LCP TT PHX
M System I/O Connectors DD IPMB UU Serial B Header
N Auxiliary Power Connector EE SATA A2
O Main Power Connector FF Speaker
Note: F, Right (x8 PCI Express), NN (OEM RMC), and PP (SCSI Channel B) are not available on product codes SE7520BD2V.
QQ (LSI* 53C1030 SCSI Controller) is not available on product code SE7520BD2.
Figure 2. Product Codes SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2SCSI, and SE7520BD2V Connector and

Header Locations
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Product Codes SE7520BD2SCSID2, SE7520BD2VD2,

SE7520BD2SATAD2
G L
A B C DE F H I J K M
N
TT
O
P
SS
RR O
QQ
PP Q
R
OO
NN
MM
LL CPU 2 CPU 1
KK
JJ
II
HH
GG
FF
DD BB Z X W
EE AA VU T S
CC Y
TP01688
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A Chassis Intrusion P CPU Power Connector GG SATA A1

B, Left PCI-X* 100 Slot Q DIMM Sockets HH HSBP B
B, Right PCI-X 100 Slot (MROMB) R CPU 1 Fan Header II Front Panel Connector
C Super I/O S CPU 1 JJ SCSI Channel A
D PCI Slot 32/33 T CPU 2 KK System Fan 1 (3-pin)
E ATI* Rage XL Graphics Controller U Intel® Management LL System Fan 3 (6-pin)
Module Connector
F, Left x8 (x4speed) PCI-Express* Slot V IDE Connector MM System Fan 4 (6-pin)
F, Right x8 PCI-Express Slot W Floppy Connector NN OEM RMC
G Intel® 82541P1 (10/100/1000) X System Fan 2 (3-pin) OO ICH5R
H PCI-X 133 Slot Y System Fan 2 (2-pin) PP SCSI Channel B
I Battery Z System Fan 1 (2-pin) QQ LSI* 53C1030 SCSI
Controller
J ICMB Connector AA HSBP A RR CPU 2 Fan Header
K System Fan 5 BB Front Panel USB SS MCH
L System Fan 6 CC Front Panel LCP TT PHX
M System I/O Connectors DD IPMB UU Serial B Header
N Auxiliary Power Connector EE SATA A2
O Main Power Connector FF Speaker
Note: F, Right (x8 PCI Express), NN (OEM RMC), and PP (SCSI Channel B) are not available on product codes
SE7520BD2VD2. QQ (LSI* 53C1030 SCSI Controller) is not available on product code SE7520BD2SATAD2.
Figure 3. Product Codes SE7520BD2SCSID2, SE7520BD2VD2, and SE7520BD2SATAD2

Connector and Header Locations
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Configuration Jumpers
BIOS
SEL
Normal
Bank 0
3
J1B1
RECOVERY
BOOT
CMOS J4H1
CLR FRB
HALT
3
3
J2H1
J4H3 J4H2
PASSWORD
CLEAR
TP00723
Figure 4. Configuration Jumper Location
Table 3. Configuration Jumpers

Jumper Name Pins What happens at system reset…
CMOS Clear 1-2 BMC Control: These pins should be jumpered for normal operation.
(J2H1) 2-3 Force Erase: If these pins are jumpered, the CMOS settings will be cleared on the next
reset. These pins should not be jumpered for normal operation.
Password Clear OFF Protect: These pins should not be jumpered for normal operation.
(J4H3) ON Erase: If these pins are jumpered, administrator and user passwords will be cleared on
the next reset. These pins should not be jumpered for normal operation.
BIOS Recovery OFF Normal Boot: These pins should not be jumpered for normal operation
(J4H1) ON Recovery Boot: If these pins are jumpered, the system will attempt to recover the
BIOS by loading the BIOS code into the flash device from a floppy disk. This jumper is
typically used when the BIOS has become corrupted. These pins should not be
jumpered for normal operation.
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Back Panel Connectors
D F
H
A
B C E G I
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A USB3 (see note)* D Mouse G Video

B USB2 E Keyboard H NIC1 (Management port)
C USB1 F Serial A I NIC2
Note: USB3 is available only on product codes SE7520BD2 and SE7520BD2SCSI
Figure 5. Back Panel Connectors
®
The NIC LEDs at the right and left of the NICs provide the following information. See the Intel
Server Board SE7520BD2 Technical Product Specification for POST code errors.
Table 4. NIC LEDs

LED LED State Description
Off No network connection is in place
Left LED Solid Green Network connection is in place
Blinking Green Transmit/receive activity
Off 10 Mbps connection (if left LED is on or blinking)
Right LED Solid Green 100 Mbps connection
Solid Amber 1000 Mbps connection
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Hardware Requirements
To avoid integration difficulties and possible board damage, your system must meet the
requirements outlined below. For a list of qualified components, see the links under “Additional
Information and Software”.
Server Chassis
The following table shows the product codes for the Server Board SE7520BD2 and the product
codes for the Intel Server Chassis into which the various versions of the board can be installed. If
you are using a non-Intel chassis, see your chassis documentation for support information.
Table 5. Intel® Server Chassis Supported for each Server Board SE7520BD2 Product Code
SC5275E SC5300 SC5300BRP SC5300LX SC5295DP SC5295BRP
SE7520BD2 Supported Supported Supported Supported Not Not
supported supported
SE7520BD2SCSI Supported Supported Supported Supported Not Not
supported supported
SE7520BD2V Supported Supported Supported Supported Not Not
supported supported
SE7520BD2SATAD2 Supported Supported Supported Supported Supported Supported
SE7520BD2SCSID2 Supported Supported Supported Supported Supported Supported
SE7520BD2VD2 Supported Supported Supported Supported Supported Supported
Processor
The Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 (all product codes) supports up to two Intel® Xeon™
processors with an FC-mPGA4 using Socket 604, and an 800-MHz Front Side Bus (FSB) with
frequencies starting at 2.8 GHz using the 90-nanometer technology. Previous generations of the
Intel® Xeon™ processors are not supported.
When two processors are installed, both must be of identical revision, core voltage, cache size, and
bus/core speed. When a single processor is installed, it must be in the socket labeled CPU1.
For a link to the complete list of supported processors, see:
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/se7520bd2/sb/CS-013540.htm
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Memory
For a list of supported memory DIMMs, see:
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/se7520bd2/sb/CS-013543.htm.
Product Codes SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2SCSI, and SE7520BD2V

Product codes SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2SCSI, and SE7520BD2V include three banks of DIMMs
across two channels. Channel A consists of DIMMs 1A, 2A, and 3A. Channel B consists of
DIMMs 1B, 2B, and 3B. Bank 1 (DIMMs 1B and 1A) is closest to the edge of the server board.
DIMMs must be identical within each bank.
The minimum allowed memory is 256 MB, using a single 256 MB DIMM in DIMM slot 1B. The
system operates in single channel when only a single DIMM is installed. The maximum allowed
usable memory is 24 GB of DDR 266 and 16 MB of DDR333, using 4 GB DIMMs.
DIMMs must meet the following requirements:
Use only 184-pin, DDR-266/333 ECC, registered DDR DIMM modules
Have a DIMM organization x72 ECC
Support the following sizes: 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, 4GB
i
DDR-333 memory is only supported with BGA package memory on the Intel® Server Board
SE7520BD2 (product codes SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2SCSO, SE7520BD2V). TSOP SDRAM
packages will not be supported on DDR-333 DIMMs on these product codes.
A minimum of one 256MB DIMM is required in DIMM socket 1B. This uses single-channel
interleave. However, for dual-channel interleave, providing optimum performance, a minimum
of two DIMMs should be installed in DIMM sockets 1A and 1B. Except for the option of
installing a single DIMM in socket 1B, DIMMs must be installed in pairs and populated as
follows:
DIMM1A and DIMM 1B: Populate these two sockets together first
DIMM 2A and DIMM 2B: Populate these sockets in addition to DIMM 1A and DIMM 2A
if four DIMMs are to be used.
DIMM 3A and DIMM 3B: Populate these sockets after DIMM 1A, DIMM 1B, DIMM 2A,
and DIMM 2B have been populated.
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Intel® Server Boards SE7520BD2SCSID2, SE7520BD2SATAD2, and

SE7520BD2VD2
Product codes SE7520BD2SCSID2, SE7520BD2SATAD2, and SE7520BD2VD2 include four
banks of DIMMs across two channels. Channel A consists of DIMMs 1A, 2A, 3A, and 4A.
Channel B consists of DIMMs 1B, 2B, 3B, and 4B. Bank 1 (DIMMs 1B and 1A) is closest to the
edge of the server board. DIMMs must be identical within each bank.
The minimum allowed memory is 256 MB, using a single 256 MB DIMM in DIMM slot 1B. The
system operates in single channel when only a single DIMM is installed. The maximum allowed
usable memory is 16 GB of DDR2-400, using 2 GB DIMMs.
DIMMs must meet the following requirements:
Use only 240-pin, DDR2-400 ECC, registered DIMM modules
Have a DIMM organization x72 ECC
Support the following sizes: 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB
A minimum of one 256MB DIMM is required in DIMM socket 1B. This uses single-channel
interleave. However, for dual-channel interleave, providing optimum performance, a minimum
of two DIMMs should be installed in DIMM sockets 1A and 1B. Except for the option of
installing a single DIMM in socket 1B, DIMMs must be installed in pairs and populated as
follows:
DIMM1A and DIMM 1B: Populate these two sockets together first
DIMM 2A and DIMM 2B: Populate these sockets in addition to DIMM 1A and DIMM 2A
if four DIMMs are to be used.
and DIMM 2B have been populated.
DIMM 2B, DIMM 3A, and DIMM 3B have been populated.
Memory Mirroring and Memory On-line Sparing

The Intel® E7520 chipset includes hardware that supports memory mirroring and memory on-line
sparing. Both memory mirroring and memory on-line sparing provide a way to prevent data loss in
case a DIMM fails.
With memory mirroring the system maintains two copies of all data in the memory subsystem. If a
DIMM fails, the data is not lost because the second copy of the data is available from the mirrored
DIMM. The system will not fail due to memory error unless both the primary and the mirrored
copy of the data become corrupt at the same time.
In a mirrored system, the maximum usable memory is one-half of the installed memory, with a
minimum of four DIMMs installed. Since the data is duplicated across DIMMs, it means that up to
four DIMMs are actively in use at any one time. If six 2 GB DIMMs are installed, the maximum
usable memory is 6 GB (three of the installed DIMMs). The remaining three 2 GB DIMMs are used
for mirroring.
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For memory on-line sparing, one DIMM per channel is used as the memory spare. If a DIMM
begins to fail, the content of the failing DIMM is copied to the spare DIMM in that channel. When
all of the data is copied to the spare DIMM, the primary DIMM is removed from service and the
spare DIMM takes its place. When memory on-line sparing is used, the spare DIMMs must be
equal to or larger than the largest in-service DIMM in that channel.
For additional information, see the Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 Technical Product
Specification.
Power Supply
The minimum power supply required depends on the server chassis into which the server board is
installed. Your supply must provide a minimum of 1.2 A of 5 V standby current or the board will
not boot.
For the Intel Entry Server Chassis SC5295-E DP, a minimum 450W power supply is required.
For the Intel Entry Server Chassis SC5295-E BRP, a minimum 500W power supply is required.
For the Intel Entry Server Chassis SC5300, a minimum 600W power supply is required.
For the Intel Entry Server Chassis SC5275-E, a minimum 600W power supply is required.
Use the power budget tool to determine the minimum power supply for your system, based on all
installed components. For a link to the power budget utility, see “Additional Information and
Software”.
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2 Hardware Installations and Upgrades
Before You Begin

Before working with your server product, pay close attention to the “Safety Information” at
the beginning of this manual.
✏ NOTES
Most diagrams in this manual show product code SE7520BD2. Where
necessary to complete a procedure, differences are noted.
Tools and Supplies Needed

Phillips* (cross head) screwdriver (#1 bit and #2 bit)
Needle-nosed pliers
A ruler
Pen or pencil
Anti-static wrist strap and conductive foam pad (recommended)
Installing and Removing Memory

The silkscreen on the board for the DIMMs displays DIMM1B, DIMM1A, DIMM2B, DIMM2A,
DIMM3B, DIMM3A starting from the edge of the board. See “Memory” for a discussion of the
memory requirements and options. See “Additional Information and Software” for a link to the list
of tested DIMMs for this server board.

Hardware Installations and Upgrades
Installing DIMMs
To install DIMMs, follow these steps:
1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server.
3. Disconnect the AC power cord from the server.
4. Remove the chassis cover. See your chassis documentation for instructions.
5. Locate the DIMM sockets. See Figure 6.
✏ NOTES
The diagram below shows product code SE7520BD2. If you are using a
Server Board SE7520BD2 that supports DDR2 memory DIMMs, your server
board will have eight DIMM sockets instead of the six pictured below. From
left to right, the eight DIMM sockets are numbered DIMM 4A, DIMM 4B,
DIMM 3A, DIMM3B, DIMM2A, DIMM2B, DIMM1A, DIMM1B. Begin
populating your memory with DIMM 1B.
DIMM 2A DIMM 2B
DIMM 3B DIMM 1A
DIMM 3A DIMM 1B
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Figure 6. Installing Memory
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6. Make sure the clips at either end of the DIMM socket(s) are pushed outward to the open
position.
7. Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its anti-static package.
8. Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the small notch in the bottom edge of the DIMM
with the key in the socket.
9. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket.
10. When the DIMM is inserted, carefully push straight down on the top edge of the DIMM until
the retaining clips snap into place. Make sure the clips are firmly in place.
11. Replace the chassis cover and reconnect the AC power cord.
Removing DIMMs
To remove a DIMM, follow these steps:
3. Remove the AC power cord from the server.
4. Remove the chassis cover.
5. Gently spread the retaining clips at each end of the socket. The DIMM lifts from the socket.
6. Holding the DIMM by the edges, lift it from the socket, and store it in an anti-static package.
7. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the DIMM sockets.
8. Replace the chassis cover and reconnect the AC power cord.
Installing or Replacing the Processor
CAUTIONS
Processor must be appropriate: You may damage the server board if
you install a processor that is inappropriate for your server. See Supported
Processor List for compatible processor(s).
ESD and handling processors: Reduce the risk of electrostatic
discharge (ESD) damage to the processor by doing the following: (1) Touch
the metal chassis before touching the processor or server board. Keep part of
your body in contact with the metal chassis to dissipate the static charge
while handling the processor. (2) Avoid moving around unnecessarily.
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Installing the Processor

To install a processor, follow these instructions:
3. Disconnect the AC power cord from the server.
4. Remove the chassis cover and locate the processor sockets.
5. Locate the processor socket and raise the socket handle completely.
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Figure 7. Opening Socket Lever
6. Align the pins of the processor with the socket, and insert the processor into the socket.
✏ NOTE
Make sure the alignment triangle mark and the alignment triangle cutout
align correctly.
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Figure 8. Inserting Processor
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7. Lower the socket lever completely.
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Figure 9. Closing Socket Lever
Installing the Heat Sink(s)

1. The heat sink has Thermal Interface Material (TIM) located on the bottom of it. Use caution
when you unpack the heat sink so you do not damage the TIM.
2. Set the heat sink over the processor, lining up the four captive screws with the four posts
surrounding the processor.
3. Loosely screw in the captive screws on the heat sink corners in a diagonal manner. Do not fully
tighten one screw before tightening another.
4. Gradually and equally tighten each captive screw until all screws are tight.
✏ NOTE
Boxed processor thermal solutions differ depending on the chassis. See the
boxed processor documentation for specifc instructions for the thermal
solution.
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Removing a Processor
3. Remove the AC power cord from the server.
5. Unplug the processor fan cable from the server board.
6. Loosen the four captive screws on the corners of the heat sink.
7. Twist the heat sink slightly to break the seal between the heat sink and the processor.
8. Lift the heat sink from the processor. If it does not pull up easily, twist the heat sink again. Do
not force the heat sink from the processor. Doing so could damage the processor.
9. Lift the processor lever.
10. Remove the processor.
11. If installing a replacement processor, see “Installing the Processor”. Otherwise, reinstall the
chassis cover.
Installing or Removing a PCI Card

Peripherals and add-in cards are not included with your system and must be purchased separately. If
a low profile card is installed in the standard full-height riser card slot, it must be equipped with a
standard full-height PCI mounting bracket.
WARNING
Do not attempt to remove a PCI card without turning off the system
first.
2. See the chassis Quick Start User’s Guide for instructions on removing any chassis cooling
ducts prior to installing or removing a PCI add-in card.
3. Install (or remove) the PCI add-in card.
4. See the chassis Quick Start User’s Guide for instructions on re-installing any chassis cooling
ducts.
5. Re-install the chassis cover.
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Replacing the Backup Battery

The lithium battery on the server board powers the RTC for up to 10 years in the absence of power.
When the battery starts to weaken, it loses voltage, and the server settings stored in CMOS RAM in
the RTC (for example, the date and time) may be wrong. Contact your customer service
representative or dealer for a list of approved devices.
WARNING
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s
instructions.
ADVARSEL!
Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning
må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte
batteri tilbage til leverandøren.
ADVARSEL
Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosjonsfare. Ved utskifting benyttes kun batteri
som anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukt batteri returneres
apparatleverandøren.
VARNING
Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller
en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera
använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion.
VAROITUS
Paristo voi räjähtää, jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo
ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty
paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.
1 Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book.
2 Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server.
3 Disconnect the AC power cord from the server.
4 Remove the chassis cover and locate the battery.
5 Push the metal lever over the top of the battery to the side to disengage it from the battery.
6 While holding the lever away from the battery, lift the battery from its socket.
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Figure 11. Replacing the Backup Battery
7 Dispose of the old battery according to local ordinance.

8 Remove the new lithium battery from its package, and observe the correct polarity. The flat
side of the battery that has a “+” on it must face toward the DIMM slots.
9 Insert the battery in the socket.
10 Close the chassis.
11 Run Setup to restore the configuration settings to the RTC.
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Using the BIOS Setup Utility

This section describes the BIOS Setup Utility options, which is used to change server configuration
defaults. You can run BIOS Setup with or without an operating system present. See the Intel®
Server Board SE7520BD2 Technical Product Specification for additional details about specific
BIOS setup screens.
Starting Setup
You can enter and start BIOS Setup under several conditions:
When you turn on the server, after POST completes the memory test
When you have moved the CMOS jumper on the server board to the “Clear CMOS” position
(enabled)
In the two conditions listed above, after rebooting, you will see this prompt:
Press <F2> to enter SETUP
In a third condition, when CMOS/NVRAM has been corrupted, you will see other prompts but not
the <F2> prompt:
Warning: CMOS checksum invalid
Warning: CMOS time and date not set
In this condition, the BIOS will load default values for CMOS and attempt to boot.
If You Cannot Access Setup

If you are not able to access BIOS Setup, you might need to clear the CMOS memory. For
instructions on clearing the CMOS, see “Clearing the CMOS”.
Setup Menus
Each BIOS Setup menu page contains a number of features. Except for those features that are
provided only to display automatically configured information, each feature is associated with a
value field that contains user-selectable parameters. These parameters can be changed if the user
has adequate security rights. If a value cannot be changed for any reason, the feature’s value field is
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Table 6 describes the keyboard commands you can use in the BIOS Setup menus.
Table 6. Keyboard Commands

Press Description
<F1> Help - Pressing F1 on any menu invokes the general Help window.
The left and right arrow keys are used to move between the major menu pages. The keys have
no affect if a submenu or pick list is displayed.
Select Item up - The up arrow is used to select the previous value in a menu item’s option list, or
a value field pick list. Pressing the Enter key activates the selected item.
Select Item down - The down arrow is used to select the next value in a menu item’s option list,
or a value field pick list. Pressing the Enter key activates the selected item.
F5/- Change Value - The minus key or the F5 function key is used to change the value of the current
item to the previous value. This key scrolls through the values in the associated pick list without
displaying the full list.
F6/+ Change Value - The plus key or the F6 function key is used to change the value of the current
menu item to the next value. This key scrolls through the values in the associated pick list
without displaying the full list. On 106-key Japanese keyboards, the plus key has a different scan
code than the plus key on the other keyboard, but it has the same effect.
<Enter> Execute Command - The Enter key is used to activate submenus when the selected feature is a
submenu, or to display a pick list if a selected feature has a value field, or to select a sub-field for
multi-valued features like time and date. If a pick list is displayed, the Enter key will undo the pick
list, and allow another selection in the parent menu.
<Esc> Exit - The ESC key provides a mechanism for backing out of any field. This key will undo the
pressing of the Enter key. When the ESC key is pressed while editing any field or selecting
features of a menu, the parent menu is re-entered. When the ESC key is pressed in any
submenu, the parent menu is re-entered. When the ESC key is pressed in any major menu, the
exit confirmation window is displayed and the user is asked whether changes can be discarded.
<F9> Setup Defaults - Pressing F9 causes the following to appear:
Setup Confirmation
Load default configuration now?
[Yes] [No]
If “Yes” is selected and the Enter key is pressed, all Setup fields are set to their default values. If
“No” is selected and the Enter key is pressed, or if the ESC key is pressed, the user is returned
to where they were before F9 was pressed without affecting any existing field values.
<F10> Save and Exit - Pressing F10 causes the following message to appear:
Setup Confirmation
Save Configuration changes and exit now?
[Yes] [NO]
If “Yes” is selected and the Enter key is pressed, all changes are saved and Setup is exited. If
“No” is selected and the Enter key is pressed, or the ESC key is pressed, the user is returned to
where they were before F10 was pressed without affecting any existing values.
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Upgrading the BIOS
✏ NOTE
These instructions describe the process of updating the BIOS only. It is
recommented that you check the Intel website Download Finder for the
System Update Package (SUP). The SUP contains the BIOS, FRU/SDR and
HSC firmware all in one easy to install package.
The BIOS upgrade utility allows you to upgrade the BIOS in flash memory. The code and data in
the upgrade file include the following:
On-board BIOS, ATA-100 RAID BIOS, and PXE option ROMs for the devices that are
embedded on the system board
The Setup Utility
The System BIOS
Preparing for the Upgrade

The steps below explain how to prepare to upgrade the BIOS, including how to:
Record the current BIOS settings
Obtain the upgrade utility
Prepare a bootable diskette for the utilty
Recording the Current BIOS Settings

1. Boot the computer and press <F2> when you see the message:
Press <F2> Key if you want to run SETUP
2. Write down the current settings in the BIOS Setup program.
✏ NOTE
Do not skip step 2. You will need these settings to configure your computer
at the end of the procedure.
Obtaining the Upgrade

Download the latest BIOS image file to a temporary folder on your hard drive. See Download
Finder for a link to the BIOS update software.
✏ NOTE
Review the instructions distributed with the upgrade utility before attempting
a BIOS upgrade. Review any release notes in the release notes file that
accompanies the new version of the BIOS. The release notes may contain
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critical information regarding jumper settings, specific fixes, or other

information to complete the upgrade.
Preparing Media and Performing the BIOS Upgrade
Floppy Update
1. Extract floppy.zip to a temporary folder off the root of the drive.
2. Insert blank floppy diskette in drive A:
CAUTION
All data on the floppy diskette will be destroyed!
3. From the root directory run MAKEFLPY.bat to create the two required BIOS update floppies.
4. Boot the system with the first BIOS update floppy. When prompted, insert the second BIOS
update floppy to continue the BIOS update.
5. When BIOS flash update is complete, it will display a message that all writing and verification
of flash is done.
6. Power cycle the system.
7. Press <F2> to enter BIOS Setup, and re-enter the custom values recorded earlier. Press <F10>
to save the values and exit Setup.
8. In the unlikely event that a BIOS error occurs during the BIOS update process, see “Recovering
the BIOS” for instructions on performing a BIOS recovery.
Other Bootable Storage Update

1. Copy the afudos.exe, f.bat, fbb.bat, and the .ROM files to a bootable storage such as a USB
DISK-ON-KEY.
2. Place the bootable storage such as USB DISK-ON-KEY containing the new BIOS into USB
port of the system, and boot to pure DOS mode (non hi-mem or memory management
environment).
3. Run fbb.bat (depending if the bootblock needs to be updated). fbb.bat updates both the system
ROM and bootblock.
✏ NOTE
If running fbb.bat / f.bat, jumper J1B1 (BIOS partition selection) should be set to
pins 1-2 to select the correct BIOS partition.
4. When BIOS flash update is complete, it will display a message that all writing and verification
of flash is done. Power-cycle the system.
5. As the system restarts, press <F2> to enter BIOS Setup, and re-enter the custom values you
wrote down in step 3.
6. Press <F10> to save the values and exit Setup.
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✏ NOTE
The CMOS should always be cleared after a BIOS update. You may encounter a
CMOS Checksum error or other problem after reboot. If so, try shutting down
the system and restarting. CMOS checksum errors require that you enter Setup,
check your settings, save your settings, and exit Setup.
Crisis Recovery Diskette

It is unlikely that anything will damage the BIOS. However, a recovery disk should be created to
ensure a quick recovery in case it happens. The following steps explain how to create the crisis
recovery diskette. If an incident occurs that corrupts the BIOS, such as the interruption of the BIOS
update process, see “Recovering the BIOS” for instructions on performing a BIOS recovery.
You can obtain the Recovery.zip file which is packaged together with the BIOS Update Package
from the Intel Support Web site at Download Finder.
There are two options in creating a recovery disk:
Creating a Recovery Disk Using Floppy Disks
1. Prepare two blank formatted floppy disks.
2. Copy the AMIBOOT.000 to Disk 1.
3. Copy the AMIBOOT.001 to Disk 2.
4. Proceed to the instructions detailed below in “Recovering the BIOS”.
Creating a Recovery Disk Using a USB Disk On Key.

1. Prepare a formatted storage (e.g. USB Key)
2. Copy the file AMIBOOT.ROM to the storage prepared on Step 1.
3. Proceed to the instructions detailed below in “Recovering the BIOS”.
Changing the BIOS Language

You can use the BIOS upgrade utility to change the language the BIOS uses for messages and the
Setup program.
1. Boot the server and enter BIOS <F2> setup
2. Under the Main Menu options select <Language> then enter
3. Select either English, French, German, Spanish or Italian
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Recovering the BIOS

In the rare event that the BIOS becomes damaged, a recovery process needs to be followed to return
the system to service. Two methods are available to recover the BIOS: automatically with the crisis
recovery diskette, and manually by moving a jumper on the system board. These methods are
described below.
✏ NOTE
BIOS recovery is the mode of last resort, used only when the main system
BIOS will not come up.
Recovering the BIOS with the Crisis Recovery Diskette
Automatically Recovering the BIOS

If a ROM checksum error occurs during POST, the system will automatically enter BIOS recovery
mode. This is indicated by system beeping with one long beep followed by two short beeps. When
you hear this beep pattern, use the following steps to initiate an automatic recovery:
1. Insert the Crisis Recovery Diskette into the A: diskette drive.
2. A blue screen will be displayed and the recovery process will automatically run. The system
will continue to beep throughout the recovery process.
3. A series of three beeps and no disk access signals the need to insert disk two.
4. When the beeping stops and disk access stops on disk two the recovery process is complete.
5. Remove disk two.
6. Power down and unplug the system from the AC power source.
7. Plug the system into the AC power source and power it up to confirm that the recovery was
successful.
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Manually Recovering the BIOS

A BIOS recovery can be manually initiated. This option would be used only when the BIOS is
corrupt, but the ROM checksum error does not occur during POST. To manually initiate a BIOS
recovery, use the following steps:
1. Power down and uplug the system from the AC power source.
2. Install the recovery jumper at J4H1. See the figure below.
RECOVERY
BOOT
J4H1
FRB
HALT
3
J4H3 J4H2
PASSWORD
CLEAR
TP00902
Figure 12. Recovery Boot Jumper
3. Insert the Crisis Recovery Diskette into the A: diskette drive.

4. .Plug the system into the AC power source and power it on.
5. A blue screen will be displayed and the recovery process will automatically run. The system
will continue to beep throughout the recovery process.
6. A series of three beeps and no disk access signals the need to insert disk two.
7. When the beeping stops and disk access stops on disk two the recovery process is complete.
8. Remove disk two.
9. Power down and unplug the system from the AC power source.
10. Remove the BIOS recovery jumper at J4H1.
11. Plug the system into the AC power source and power it up to confirm that the recovery was
successful.
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Clearing the Password

If the user or administrator password(s) is lost or forgotten, install a jumper on jumper block J4H3
to remove both passwords. The Password Clear jumper must be removed before a new password(s)
can be set.
1. Power down the system and disconnect the AC power.
2. Open the server chassis.
3. Install the jumper on jumper block J4H3, as shown in the following diagram.
RECOVERY
BOOT
J4H1
FRB
HALT
3
J4H3 J4H2
PASSWORD
CLEAR
TP00902
Figure 13. Password Clear Jumper
4. Reconnect the AC power, power up the system.

6. Remove the Password Clear jumper.
7. Close the server chassis.
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Clearing the CMOS

If you are not able to access the BIOS setup screens, the Clear CMOS jumper will need to be used
to reset the configuration RAM. The Clear CMOS jumper is located on jumper block J2H1.
2. Open the server.
3. Move the jumper from pins 1 and 2 to the Force Erase position, covering pins 2 and 3, as
shown in the following diagram.
CMOS
CLR
3
J2H1
TP00903
Figure 14. Clear CMOS Jumper
4. Reconnect the AC power, power up the system.

5. When the system begins beeping, power it down and disconnect the AC power.
6. Return the CMOS Clear jumper to cover pins 1 and 2.
7. Close the server chassis, reconnect the AC power and power up the system.
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4 Troubleshooting
This chapter helps you identify and solve problems that might occur while you are using the
system.
For any issue, first ensure you are using the latest firmware and files. Firmware upgrades include
updates for BIOS, the baseboard management controller (BMC), and the hot-swap controller
(HSC). See “Additional Information and Software” for a link to the software updates. In addition to
the server firmware and files, also update any drivers used for components you have installed in
your system, such as video drivers, network drivers, and SCSI drivers.
Intel provides a package called the “Platform Confidence Test” that may help with your
diagnostics. See “Additional Information and Software” for a link to this software.
If you are unable to resolve your server problems on your own, see “Getting Help” for assistance.
Resetting the System

Before going through in-depth troubleshooting, first attempt to perform a reset of your system using
one of the following methods.
To do this: Press:
Soft boot reset to clear the system memory and reload the operating system. <Ctrl+Alt+Del>
Clear system memory, restart POST, and reload the operating system. Reset button
Cold boot reset. Turn the system power off and then on. This clears system memory, Power off/on
restarts POST, reloads the operating system, and halts power to all peripherals.
Problems following Initial System Installation

Problems that occur at initial system startup are usually caused by an incorrect installation or
configuration. Hardware failure is a less frequent cause. If the problem you are experiencing is with
a specific software application, see “Problems with Newly Installed Application Software”.
First Steps Checklist

Is AC power available at the wall outlet?
Are the power supplies plugged in? Check the AC cable(s) on the back of the chassis and at the
AC source.
Are all cables correctly connected and secured?
Are the processors fully seated in their sockets on the server board?
Are all standoffs in the proper location and not touching any components, causing a potential
short?
Are all add-in PCI boards fully seated in their slots on the server board?
Are all jumper settings on the server board correct?
Are all jumpers and switch settings on add-in boards and peripheral devices correct? To check
these settings, see the manufacturer’s documentation that comes with them. If applicable,
ensure that there are no conflicts—for example, two add-in boards sharing the same interrupt.

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Are all peripheral devices installed correctly?

If the system has a hard disk drive, is it properly formatted or configured?
Are all device drivers properly installed?
Are the configuration settings made in Setup correct?
Is the operating system properly loaded? See the operating system documentation.
Did you press the system power on/off switch on the front panel to turn the server on (power on
light should be lit)?
Is the system power cord properly connected to the system and plugged into a
NEMA 5-15R outlet for 100-120 V or a NEMA 6-15R outlet for 200-240 V ?
Are all integrated components from the tested components lists? Check the tested memory, and
chassis lists, as well as the supported hardware and operating system list. See “Additional
Information and Software” for links to the tested component lists.
Hardware Diagnostic Testing

This section provides a more detailed approach to identifying a hardware problem and locating its
source.
CAUTION
Turn off devices before disconnecting cables: Before disconnecting any
peripheral cables from the system, turn off the system and any external
peripheral devices. Failure to do so can cause permanent damage to the
system and/or the peripheral devices.
1. Turn off the system and all external peripheral devices. Disconnect each device from the
system, except for the keyboard and the video monitor.
2. Make sure the system power cord is plugged into a properly grounded AC outlet.
3. Make sure your video display monitor and keyboard are correctly connected to the system.
Turn on the video monitor. Set its brightness and contrast controls to at least two thirds of their
maximum ranges (see the documentation supplied with your video display monitor).
4. If the operating system normally loads from the hard disk drive, make sure there is no diskette
in drive A and no CD-ROM disk in the CD-ROM drive.
5. If the power LED does light, attempt to boot from a floppy diskette or from a CD-ROM disk.
6. Turn on the system. If the power LED does not light, see “Power Light Does Not Light”.
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Verifying Proper Operation of Key System Lights

As POST determines the system configuration, it tests for the presence of each mass storage device
installed in the system. As each device is checked, its activity light should turn on briefly. Check
for the following:
Does the diskette drive activity light turn on briefly? If not, see “Diskette Drive Activity Light
Does Not Light”.
If system LEDs are illuminated, see “LED Information” for a description of the light and steps
to take to correct the problem.
Confirming Loading of the Operating System

Once the system boots up, the operating system prompt appears on the screen. The prompt varies
according to the operating system. If the operating system prompt does not appear, see “No
Characters Appear on Screen”.
Specific Problems and Corrective Actions

This section provides possible solutions for these specific problems:
Power light does not light.
No characters appear on screen.
Characters on the screen appear distorted or incorrect.
System cooling fans do not rotate.
Diskette drive activity light does not light.
Hard disk drive activity light does not light.
CD-ROM drive activity light does not light.
There are problems with application software.
The bootable CD-ROM is not detected.
Try the following solutions in the order given. If you cannot correct the problem, contact your
service representative or authorized dealer for help.
Power Light Does Not Light

Check the following:
Did you press the power-on button?
Is the system operating normally? If so, the power LED might be defective or the cable from
the front panel to the server board might be loose.
Have you securely plugged the server AC power cord into the power supply?
Is the power supply correctly set to 110V or 235V, depending on your power output?
Will other items plugged into the same power outlet function correctly?
Some ATX power supplies have a power switch on the back of the power supply, next to the
fan. If your system has one, is it turned on?
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Remove all add-in cards and see if the system boots. If successful, add the cards back in one at
a time with a reboot between each addition.
Make sure the memory DIMMs comply with the system requirements.
Make sure the memory DIMMs have been populated according to the system requirements.
Remove the memory DIMMs and re-seat them.
Make sure the processor(s) comply with the system requirements.
Make sure the processor(s) have been populated according to the system requirements.
Remove the processor(s) and re-seat them.
Make sure the chassis standoffs are installed only below mounting holes. Misplaced standoffs
can contact the pins on the bottom of the server board and cause a short.
No Characters Appear on Screen

Is the keyboard functioning? Test it by turning the “Num Lock” function on and off to make
sure the Num Lock light is functioning.
Is the video monitor plugged in and turned on? If you are using a switch box, is it switched to
the correct system?
Are the brightness and contrast controls on the video monitor properly adjusted?
Is the video monitor signal cable properly installed?
Does this video monitor work correctly if plugged into a different system?
Is the on-board video controller enabled in the BIOS?
Remove all add-in cards and see if the video returns. If successful, add the cards back in one at
a time with a reboot between each addition.
Make sure the memory DIMMs comply with the system requirements.
Make sure the memory DIMMs have been populated according to the system requirements.
Carefully remove the memory DIMMs and re-seat them.
Make sure the processor(s) comply with the system requirements.
Make sure the processor(s) have been populated according to the system requirements.
Carefully remove the processor(s) and re-seat them.
If you are using an add-in video controller board, do the following:
1. Verify that the video works using the on-board video controller.
2. Verify that the video controller board is fully seated in the server board connector.
3. Reboot the system for changes to take effect.
4. If there are still no characters on the screen after you reboot the system and POST emits a beep
code, write down the beep code you hear. This information is useful for your service
representative.
5. If you do not receive a beep code and characters do not appear, the video display monitor or
video controller may have failed. Contact your service representative or authorized dealer
for help.
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Troubleshooting
Characters Are Distorted or Incorrect

Are the brightness and contrast controls properly adjusted on the video monitor? See the
manufacturer’s documentation.
Are the video monitor’s signal and power cables properly installed?
Does this video monitor work correctly if plugged into a different system?
System Cooling Fans Do Not Rotate Properly

If the system cooling fans are not operating properly, it is an indication of possible system
component failure.
Is the power-on light lit?
If your system has LED lights for the fans, is one or more of these LEDs lit?
Are any other front panel LEDs lit?
Have any of the fan motors stopped? Use the server management subsystem to check the fan
status.
Have your fans speeded up in response to an overheating situation?
Have your fans speeded up in response to a fan that has failed?
Are the fan power connectors properly connected to the server board?
Is the cable from the front panel board connected to both the front panel board and the server
board?
Are the power supply cables properly connected to the server board?
Are there any shorted wires caused by pinched-cables or have power connector plugs been
forced into power connector sockets the wrong way?
Diskette Drive Activity Light Does Not Light

Are the diskette drive’s power and signal cables properly installed?
Are all relevant switches and jumpers on the diskette drive set correctly?
Is the diskette drive properly configured?
Is the diskette drive activity light always on? If so, the signal cable may be plugged in
incorrectly.
If you are using the on-board diskette controller, use BIOS Setup to make sure that “On-board
Floppy” is set to “Enabled.” If you are using an add-in diskette controller, make sure that “On-
board Floppy” is set to “Disabled.”
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Troubleshooting
CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not Light

Are the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive’s power and signal cables properly installed?
Are all relevant switches and jumpers on the drive set correctly?
Is the drive properly configured?
Cannot Connect to a Server

Make sure the network cable is securely attached to the correct connector at the system back
panel.
Try a different network cable.
Make sure you are using correct and current network drivers. See “Additional Information and
Software” for a link to the current drivers.
Make sure the driver is loaded and the protocols are bound.
Make sure the hub port is configured for the same duplex mode as the network controller.
Make sure the correct networking software is installed.
If you are directly connecting two servers (without a hub), you will need a crossover cable.
Check the network controller LEDs next to the NIC connectors.
Problems with Network

The server hangs when the drivers are loaded.
Certain drivers may require interrupts that are not shared with other PCI drivers. For these
drivers, it may be necessary to alter settings so that interrupts are not shared. See the
documentation that came with your PCI card(s) for information on changing interrupts.
Diagnostics pass but the connection fails.
Make sure the network cable is securely attached.
Make sure you specify the correct frame type in your NET.CFG file.
The controller stopped working when an add-in adapter was installed.
Make sure the cable is connected to the port from the on-board network controller.
Make sure your BIOS is current. See “Additional Information and Software” for a link to the
current version.
Make sure the other adapter supports shared interrupts. Make sure your operating system
supports shared interrupts.
Try reseating the add-in adapter.
The add-in adapter stopped working without apparent cause
Try reseating the adapter first; then try a different slot if necessary.
The network driver files may be corrupt or deleted. Delete and then reinstall the drivers.
Run diagnostics.
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Troubleshooting
System Boots when Installing PCI Card

System Server Management features require full-time “standby” power. This means some parts of
the system have power going to them whenever the power cord is plugged in, even if you have
turned the system power off with the power button on the front panel. If you install a PCI card with
the AC power cord plugged in, a signal may be sent to reboot the system. Before installing a PCI
card, you should always:
Turn off the server power by using the power button on the front of the system.
Unplug the AC power cord(s) from the server.
Problems with Newly Installed Application Software

Problems that occur when you run new application software are usually related to the software, not
the server hardware. Faulty equipment is unlikely, especially if other software runs correctly.
Make sure the system meets the minimum hardware requirements for the software. See the
software documentation.
Make sure the software is properly installed and configured for the system. See the software
documentation.
Use only an authorized copy. Unauthorized copies often do not work.
If you are running the software from a diskette, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, try a different
diskette.
Make sure the correct device drivers are installed.
If the problems persist, contact the software vendor’s customer service representative.
Problems with Application Software that Ran Correctly Earlier

Problems that occur after the system hardware and software have been running correctly sometimes
indicate equipment failure. However, they can also be caused by file corruption or changes to the
software configuration.
If you are running the software from a diskette, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, try a different
diskette.
Uninstall and reinstall the software. Make sure all necessary files are installed.
If the problems are intermittent, there may be a loose cable, dirt in the keyboard (if keyboard
input is incorrect), a marginal power supply, or other random component failures.
If you suspect that a transient voltage spike, power outage, or brownout might have occurred,
reload the software and try running it again. Symptoms of voltage spikes include a flickering
video display, unexpected system reboots, and the system not responding to user commands.
✏ NOTE
Random errors in data files: If you are getting random errors in your data
files, they may be getting corrupted by voltage spikes on your power line. If
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Troubleshooting
you are experiencing any of the above symptoms that might indicate voltage
spikes on the power line, you may want to install a surge suppressor between
the power outlet and the system power cord.
Devices are not Recognized under Device Manager (Windows*

Operating System)
The Windows* operating systems do not include all of the drivers for the Intel® chipsets, on-board
NICs, and other components. See “Additional Information and Software”.
Hard Drive(s) Are Not Recognized

Make sure the drive is not disabled in BIOS Setup.
Make sure the drive is connected correctly and is plugged into the power supply.
Make sure the drive is compatible. See the Tested Hardware and Operating System List for
tested drives.
Make sure you have not exceeded the power budget for the server. See “Additional Information
and Software” for a link to software to check your power budget.
If using SCSI drives, verify that each SCSI ID number is uniqe on the SCSI bus & that both
ends of the SCSI chain are terminated. See your drive documentation for details on setting the
SCSI ID for your drives.
If using IDE drives, verify that the master/slave settings are set correctly. See your drive
documentation for details on setting the master/slave settings.
If using a RAID configuration with SCSI or SATA drives, make sure the RAID card is installed
correctly and properly configured.
Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected

Make sure the BIOS is configured to allow the CD-ROM to be the first bootable device.
LED Information
The Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 includes LEDs that can aid in troubleshooting your system. A
table of these LEDs with a description of their use can be found in the Intel® Server Board
SE7520BD2 Technical Product Specification at:
http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/se7520bd2/sb/CS-010682.htm
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Troubleshooting
BIOS POST Beep Codes

Boot Block Error Beep Codes
Table 7. Boot Block Error Beep Codes

Number of Description
Beeps
1 Insert diskette in floppy drive A:
2 ‘AMIBOOT.ROM’ file not found in root directory of diskette in A:
3 Base Memory error
4 Flash Programming successful
5 Floppy read error
6 Keyboard controller BAT command failed
7 No Flash EPROM detected
8 Floppy controller failure
9 Boot Block BIOS checksum error
10 Flash Erase error
11 Flash Program error
12 ‘AMIBOOT.ROM’ file size error
13 BIOS ROM image mismatch (file layout does not match image present in flash device)
1 long beep Insert diskette with AMIBOOT.001 File for Multi-Disk Recovery
POST Error Beep Codes

The following table lists the POST error beep codes. Prior to system video initialization, the BIOS
uses these beep codes to inform users of error conditions.
Table 8. POST Error Beep Codes

Number of Description
Beeps
1 Memory refresh timer error
2 Parity error in base memory (first 64KB block)
3 Base memory read / write test error
4 Motherboard timer not operational
5 Processor error
6 8042 Gate A20 test error (cannot switch to protected mode)
7 General exception error (processor exception error)
8 Display memory error (system video adapter)
9 ROM checksum error
10 CMOS shutdown register read/write error
11 Cache memory test failed
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BIOS Beep Codes

Table 9. BIOS Beep Codes
Number of Troubleshooting Action
Beeps
1, 2 or 3 Reseat the memory, or replace with known good modules.
4-7, 9-11 Fatal error indicating a serious problem with the system. Consult your system
manufacturer.
Before declaring the motherboard beyond all hope, eliminate the possibility of
interference by a malfunctioning add-in card. Remove all expansion cards cards except
the video adapter.
- If beep codes are generated even when all other expansion cards are absent, consult
your system manufacturer’s technical support.
- If beep codes are not generated when all other expansion cards are absent, one of the
add-in cards is causing the malfunction. Insert the cards back into the system one at a
time until the problem happens again. This will reveal the malfunctioning add-in card.
8 If the system video adapter is an add-in card, replace or reseat the video adapter. If the
video adapter is an integrated part of the system board, the board may be faulty.
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Regulatory and Compliance Information
Product Regulatory Compliance

Product Safety Compliance
The Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 complies with the following safety requirements:
UL60950 – CSA 60950(USA / Canada)
EN60950 (Europe)
IEC60950 (International)
CB Certificate & Report, IEC60950 (report to include all country national deviations)
GOST R 50377-92 – Listed on one System License (Russia)
Belarus License – Listed on System License (Belarus)
CE - Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEE (Europe)
IRAM Certification (Argentina)
Product EMC Compliance – Class A Compliance

Note: Legally the product is required to comply with Class A emission requirements as it is
intended for a commercial type market place. Intel targets 10db margin to Class A Limits
The Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 has been tested and verified to comply with the following
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) regulations when installed in a compatible Intel® host
system. For information on compatible host system(s), refer to Intel’s Server Builder Web site or
contact your local Intel representative.
FCC /ICES-003 - Emissions (USA/Canada) Verification
CISPR 22 – Emissions (International)
EN55022 - Emissions (Europe)
EN55024 - Immunity (Europe)
EN61000-3-2 (Europe)
CE – EMC Directive 89/336/EEC (Europe)
AS/NZS 3548 Emissions (Australia / New Zealand)
BSMI CNS13438 Emissions (Taiwan)
GOST R 29216-91 Emissions - Listed on one System License (Russia)
GOST R 50628-95 Immunity –Listed on one System License (Russia)
Belarus License – Listed on one System License (Belarus)
RRL MIC Notice No. 1997-41 (EMC) & 1997-42 (EMI) (Korea)

Certifications/Registrations/Declarations
UL Certification (US/Canada)
CE Declaration of Conformity (CENELEC Europe)
FCC/ICES-003 Class A Attestation (USA/Canada)
C-Tick Declaration of Conformity (Australia)
MED Declaration of Conformity (New Zealand)
BSMI Certification (Taiwan)
GOST – Listed on one System License (Russia)
Belarus – Listed on one System License (Belarus)
RRL Certification (Korea)
Ecology Declaration (International)
Product Regulatory Compliance Markings

This product is marked with the following Product Certification Markings:
Table 10. Product Certification Markings

Regulatory Compliance Country Marking
UL Mark USA/Canada
CE Mark Europe
FCC Marking (Class A) USA
EMC Marking (Class A) Canada CANADA ICES-003 CLASS A

CANADA NMB-003 CLASSE A
BSMI Marking (Class A) Taiwan
RRL MIC Mark Korea
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Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices

FCC (USA)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
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.
For questions related to the EMC performance of this product, contact:
Intel Corporation
5200 N.E. Elam Young Parkway
Hillsboro, OR 97124-6497
1-800-628-8686
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit other than the one to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment. The customer is responsible for ensuring compliance of
the modified product.
Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) that comply with FCC
Class A or B limits may be attached to this computer product. Operation with noncompliant
peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.
All cables used to connect to peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with cables,
connected to peripherals, that are not shielded and grounded may result in interference to radio and
TV reception.
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Industry Canada (ICES-003)

Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils
numériques de Classe A prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Apparelis
Numériques”, NMB-003 édictee par le Ministre Canadian des Communications.
English translation of the above notice: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the interference-causing equipment standard
entitled: “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Europe (CE Declaration of Conformity)

This product has been tested in accordance to, and complies with the Low Voltage Directive
(73/23/EEC) and EMC Directive (89/336/EEC). The product has been marked with the CE Mark to
illustrate its compliance.
Taiwan Declaration of Conformity (BSMI)
The BSMI Certification Marking and EMC warning is located on the outside rear area of
the product.
Korean Compliance (RRL)
English translation of the above notice:

1. Type of Equipment (Model Name): On License and Product
2. Certification No.: On RRL certificate. Obtain certificate from local Intel representative
3. Name of Certification Recipient: Intel Corporation
4. Date of Manufacturer: Refer to date code on product
5. Manufacturer/Nation: Intel Corporation/Refer to country of origin marked on product
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Getting Help
World Wide Web

http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/SE7520BD2
Telephone
All calls are billed US $25.00 per incident, levied in local currency at the applicable credit card
exchange rate plus applicable taxes. (Intel reserves the right to change the pricing for telephone support at
any time without notice).
Before calling, fill out an Intel Server Issue Report Form. A sample form is provided on the following pages.
However, for the fastest service, please submit your form via the Internet.
In U.S. and Canada 1-800-404-2284
In Europe
UK 0870 6072439 Finland 9 693 79297
France 01 41 918529 Denmark 38 487077
Germany 069 9509 6099 Norway 23 1620 50
Italy 02 696 33276 Sweden 08 445 1251
Spain 91 377 8166 Holland 020 487 4562
Belgium 02 714 3182
In Asia-Pacific region
Australia 1800 649931 Indonesia 803 65 7249
Hong Kong 852 2 844 4456 Malaysia 1 800 80 1390
Korea 822 767 2595 New Zealand 0800 444 365
China 800 820 1100 (toll-free) Pakistan 632 63684 15 (IDD via Philippines)
8 621 33104691 (not toll-free) Philippines 1 800 1 651 0117
Singapore 65 6213-1311 Thailand 1 800 631 0003
India 0006517 2 68303634 (manual Vietnam 632 6368416 (IDD via Philippines)
toll-free. From India, you need an Myanmar 63 2 636 9796 (via Philippines)
IDD-equipped telephone) Cambodia 63 2 636 9797 (via Philippines)
Taiwan 2 2545-1640
In Japan
0120 868686 (Domestic) 81 298 47 0800 (outside country)

Getting Help
In Latin America
Brazil 001-916 377 0180 Ecuador (Andimate) Contact AT&T USA at 1 999
Mexico Contact AT&T USA at 001 800 119. Once connected, dial 800 843 4481
462 628 4240. Once connected, Ecuador (Pacifictel) Contact AT&T USA at 1 800
dial 800 843 4481 225 528. Once connected, dial 800 843 4481
Colombia Contact AT&T USA at 01 800 Guatemala Contact AT&T USA at 99 99 190. Once
911 0010. Once connected, dial connected, dial 800 843 4481
800 843 4481 Venezuela Contact AT&T USA at 0 800 2255 288. Once
Costa Rica Contact AT&T USA at 0 800 0 connected, dial 800 843 4481
114 114. Once connected, dial Argentina Contact AT&T USA at 0-800 222 1288. Once
800 843 4481 connected, dial 800 843 4481
Panama Contact AT&T USA at 00 800 Paraguay 001 916 377 0114
001 0109. Once connected, dial Peru 001 916 377 0114
800 843 4481 Uruguay 001 916 377 0114
Chile (Easter Island) Contact AT&T U
SA at 800 800 311. Once
connected, dial 800 843 4481
Chile (Mainland and Juan) Contact AT&T
USA at 800 225 288. Once
connected, dial 800 843 4481
Miami 1 800 621 8423
For an updated support contact list, see http://www.intel.com/support/9089.htm/
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®
Intel Server Issue Report Form
Date Submitted:
Company Name:
Contact Name:
Email Address:
Intel Server Product:
Brief Problem Description. Provide a brief description below. See the last page for space to include a
detailed problem description.
Board / Chassis Information

Baseboard Revision – PBA#: DIMM Configuration
Baseboard Serial Number: DIMM1B MB, Vendor/part number
CPU1 Speed/Stepping/Spec: DIMM1A MB, Vendor/part number
CPU2 Speed/Stepping/Spec: DIMM2B MB, Vendor/part number
System BIOS Version: DIMM2A MB, Vendor/part number
mBMC Firmware Version DIMM3A MB, Vendor/part number
HSC Firmware Version: DIMM3B MB, Vendor/part number
Chassis Model DIMM4A MB, Vendor/part number
Intel® Server Chassis SC5300 Base DIMM4B MB, Vendor/part number
Intel® Server Chassis SC5300LX
Intel® Server Chassis SC5300 BRP
Intel® Entry Server Chassis SC5275-E
Intel® Entry Server Chassis SC5295-E DP
Intel® Entry Server Chassis SC5295-E BRP
Other Reference Chassis
(Vendor / Model):
Board Accessories Installed
Intel® Management Module, Advanced or Professsional (specify)
Indicate the BMC firmware version

Intel® Server Issue Report Form
Operating System Information

Operating System ____________________________________________________________
Version_____________________________________________________________________
Service Pack / Kernel Version __________________________________________________
General Information. Check each box below that is used, and provide the requested information.
Peripheral Card or Driver IRQ # I/O Base FW Rev#
Peripheral Revision Address
Description
PCI-X* 100 Slot 1
PCI-X 100 Slot 2
PCI 32/33 Slot 3
PCI-Express* x8 (x4 speed) Slot 4
PCI-Express x8 Slot 5
PCI-X 133 Slot 6
Video
On-board Video
Add-in Video
NIC
On-board NIC1 (10/100/1000 Mb)
On-board NIC2 (10/100/1000Mb)
Hard Drive Information:

IDE # of drives installed:
Make/Model/Firmware Revision
SCSI # of drives installed:

SATA # of drives installed:

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Intel® Server Issue Report Form
Complete Issue Description

In the space below, provide a complete description of the steps used to reproduce the issue or a
complete description of where the problem can be found. Please also include any details on
troubleshooting already done.
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Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2

A Guide for Technically Qualified Assemblers of Intel® Identified

Order Number: C51518-006

* Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.

About this Manual

Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2 User Guide iii

Additional Information and Software

For this information or software Obtain this document / software

Lesen Sie zunächst sämtliche Warn- und Sicherheitshinweise in diesem

Lisez attention toutes les consignes de sécurité et les mises en garde

Instrucciones de seguridad importantes

Lea todas las declaraciones de seguridad y precaución de este documento

1 Server Board Features................................................................................. 13

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Figure 1. Intel® Server Board SE7520BD2

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Table 1. Server Board Varieties

Table 1. Server Board Varieties (continued)

Table 1. Server Board Varieties (continued)

Table 2. Server Board Features

Connector and Header Locations

A Chassis Intrusion P CPU Power Connector GG SATA A1

Figure 2. Product Codes SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2SCSI, and SE7520BD2V Connector and

Product Codes SE7520BD2SCSID2, SE7520BD2VD2,

A Chassis Intrusion P CPU Power Connector GG SATA A1

Figure 3. Product Codes SE7520BD2SCSID2, SE7520BD2VD2, and SE7520BD2SATAD2

Figure 4. Configuration Jumper Location

Table 3. Configuration Jumpers

Back Panel Connectors

A USB3 (see note)* D Mouse G Video

Note: USB3 is available only on product codes SE7520BD2 and SE7520BD2SCSI

Figure 5. Back Panel Connectors

Table 4. NIC LEDs

Product Codes SE7520BD2, SE7520BD2SCSI, and SE7520BD2V

Intel® Server Boards SE7520BD2SCSID2, SE7520BD2SATAD2, and

Memory Mirroring and Memory On-line Sparing

Before You Begin

Tools and Supplies Needed

Installing and Removing Memory

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Figure 6. Installing Memory

Installing or Replacing the Processor

Installing the Processor

Figure 8. Inserting Processor

7. Lower the socket lever completely.

Figure 9. Closing Socket Lever

Installing the Heat Sink(s)

Installing or Removing a PCI Card

Replacing the Backup Battery

Figure 11. Replacing the Backup Battery

7 Dispose of the old battery according to local ordinance.

Using the BIOS Setup Utility

If You Cannot Access Setup

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Table 6. Keyboard Commands

Upgrading the BIOS

Preparing for the Upgrade

Recording the Current BIOS Settings

Creating a Recovery Disk Using a USB Disk On Key.

Are all peripheral devices installed correctly?

SCSI # of drives installed:

SATA # of drives installed: