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Is windows getting its IP address from DHCP (that appears to be the case)? You could quickly try changing the IP address of your Windows PC to 192.168.11.66, subnet mask 255.255.255.0, that should allow you to access your unRAID server web interface. From the Web Interface you can change your IP settings by going to Settings | Network Settings. I suspect that you'll find the 192.168.11.67 address is fixed. (Note: I'm using version 5 of unRAID so I'm not sure whether this applies to older versions or not). If you can't access the network settings through the web interface then you can go to the Flash disk share and manually edit the config\network.cfg file. Here's what my network.cfg file looks like: # Generated network settings USE_DHCP=yes IPADDR= NETMASK= GATEWAY= I would recommend using DCHP rather than a fixed IP address. Once you have changed the settings to your liking make sure you set Windows back to using DHCP.

Its IFCONFIG, not IPCONFIG.

On the UNRAID server go to the console and type: IFCONFIG On your Windows PC go to a command prompt (Accessories | Command Prompt) and type IPCONFIG /ALL Post your results here. This should give enough information to provide a reasonable diagnosis of your issues. The most likely situation is that your unRAID server has a fixed IP address which is on a different subnet than your Windows PC. edit: I've looked through your old posts. Please ignore this advice if I am wrong, however are you sure you have the network cable plugged into the correct ethernet port? You added a Netgear NIC to your UNRAID server some time ago and disabled the onboard Ethernet. You need to check that the network cable is connected the Netgear NIC.

Sounds like you have your answer. Given that it's a refurb I'm not entirely surprised.

The Intel stock cooler comes with a thermal pad so you don't need to use thermal paste. The thermal pad is the grey substance you can see on the bottom of the cooler.

I would now try filling Bank A with two modules to ensure that its not just having an issue due to only having one module installed. I assume when you did your initial testing you filled Bank B first, then Bank A? If I wasn't in the middle of a huge file copy I'd power down my server and see what happens with only one module. A faulty board does seems pretty likely. Maybe that's why it was refurbished? I suspect most people will (initially) only use 2 memory slots so a faulty slot/bank can be overlooked.

Take one known working module and test each memory slot in the board individually. This will let you know if one of the slots is faulty. Use memtest86+ to test each slot.

What memory brand/model/part # are you using? Are all the modules identical or are you mixing brands/models? edit: Beaten by Johnm.

Oh dear, I better order some drives. I'll need more 3TB drives before early 2012. edit: Ordered 2 more 3TB drives for AU$191.00 each. Most of the stores I usually order from have already moved their prices up.

Success!!! Received the Coolermaster Vortex Plus today. I was able to install the heatsink with the aid of some M3 screws I had on hand. The server has been running for a few hours now, I'm preclearing 3 Hitachi 5k3000 3TB drives overnight tonight. Room temperature is 26C, System temperature is 31C, CPU temperature is low, hard disk temperatures are 37-38C.

That's what I've seen as well. I'm not about to install ducting into my case and I suspect that the fans I've installed may not move enough air across the heatsink to be effective. The Noctuas appear to use some sort of proprietary mount that doesn't seem to be compatible with boards with backplates. They have a note on their website mentioning this for LGA1366 boards but I suspect that it would also be the case for LGA1155/1156 boards with backplates. I've ordered a Coolermaster Vortex Plus. It supposedly comes with a universal mount. I hope it fits.

I did consider that, but the thought of damaging a part that cost me AU$238.00 puts me off that idea. I still haven't found a heatsink/fan that meets my requirements. I'm now considering whether to use the Supermicro passive heatsink. I'm using a Norco 4224 with a 3 x Noctua 120mm fans mounted on the fanwall. I was planning to remove the two 80mm rear stock fans (though I may replace them with 80mm Noctua fans at some point). The CPU is the 35W Intel Core i3 2100T. Note that during summer the ambient indoor temperature can be up to 35C (95F), though usually it doesn't go above 30C (85F). The server will be running 24/7 most of the year (ambient temperatures of around 20C), however I will turn it off during the hottest days over summer.

Thanks that looks good. Unfortunately that model is unavailable in Australia. I can purchase it from the US via eBay but it would probably take 2-3 weeks to get here. It looks like the Supermicro Passive Backplate fits a standard M3 threaded screw so I think this means I'll be able to use any standard LGA1155/1156 Heatsink/Fan solution that comes with a screw mounting. I'm looking through the Australian online stores looking for something suitable. Unfortunately most of the heatsinks available are huge expensive models aimed at the overclocking market. The closest I've found so far is the Coolermaster Hyper TX3. My concern with vertically mounted heatsinks is whether they will fit within the case. The TX3 heatsink is 136mm high which should just fit (I hope). edit: Looks like the TX3 only comes with a push-pin mounting after all. Damn.

It wasn't a retail board (none are available in Australia) I purchased it via eBay (Link). The board itself appears to be brand new, but it was not in retail packaging. I wasn't expecting it to be in retail packaging as I assumed it would be a bulk-pack board broken down for individual sale. The description however does not indicate that the board comes with the passive backplate installed. I've now received a response from Supermicro technical support (who were very quick to respond BTW) and according to them the backplate is stuck on with tape. They advised that removing the backplate risks damaging the board. Clearly I don't want to risk damaging the board so I would prefer a solution that leaves the backplate on the board. If I can purchase a heatsink/fan combo that is compatible with the BKT-0028L back plate then I'll be happy. I can't order anything now until next week so I've got a few days to work out a solution. I am hoping that the backplate will be compatible with other makes/models of LGA1155/1156 heatsinks that are available.

The active solution uses the Push-in Pin mounting method which I can't use as the Backplate prevents that. The passive cooling solution relies on the case fans to pass air through the heatsink. I'm not sure I can rely on the case fans I am using to move enough air across the heatsink to ensure that the CPU is properly cooled.

Well that's a bugger. I'm in regional Australia so I can't just pop down to a Fry's or Microcenter. If I can't remove the passive backplate what is a suitable replacement heatsink/fan? I'd prefer something as close to the Intel OEM Heatsink/Fan as possible.

I've run into a problem. The X9SCM board I've bought seems to have a passive heatsink backplate (BKT-0028L) mounted on the back. With the backplate installed I can't install the CPU Heatsink that came with the Intel Core i3 2100T. I'm not sure how to remove the backplate without damaging the board.

Hurrah, all my parts finally turned up. Should have a working unRAID server in the next 24 hours. I'm planning to run unRAID using the onboard SATA for the first month. Intel Core i3 2100T CPU Supermicro X9XCM-O-F Mainboard Kingston ValueRam 8GB DDR3-1333 ECC Kit (KVR1333E3E9SK2/8G) Norco 4224 24 hot-swap SAS/SATA Rackmount Server Case 3 x Hitachi 5k3000 3TB SATA Hard Disk Drives Plus accessories (Noctua Fans, SAS/SATA Cables etc) I'm planning to add 3 x Supermicro AOC-SASLP-MV8 (or possible AOC-SAS2LP-MV8) cards once the problems with the drivers in the current beta have been worked out (or look at different cards if the problems can't be resolved).

I just realised I ordered the Intel Core i3 2100T (low power version) not the i3 2100. Is that likely to cause any issues with the X9SCM board?

Interesting. The price difference between the SASLP and SAS2LP seems to be about US$40.00 or about a 30% premium for the SAS2LP. I'm planning to purchase several AOC-SASLP-MV8 cards so its worth thinking about. If the prices were similar I'd just order the SAS2LP but it doesn't seem that the performance difference is worth that 30% premium.

I've got a Seasonic X-650 sitting around that I'm planning to use. I think it comes with 2 x 12V EPS connectors. If that doesn't work or doesn't supply enough power for 24 drives then I'll look at something else. I did consider getting an 800W Dual Redundant power supply but I think thats overkill (and overpriced) for a home server. I'm planning to use 4 of the onboard SATA connectors for the first month or two while I test the unRAID setup. If I don't use all the onboard SATA connectors does that count if I submit the SYSLOG for Level 1 and Level 2 compatibility testing? I've only bought one reverse breakout cable for the onboard SATA so it won't be possible to test all six ports. I could test 2+2 (ie 2 SATA2 + 2 SATA3) so that both controllers are tested.

Thanks John. Worst case if it doesn't work is that I use the SATA on the X9SCM to give me 20-22 drives. I've only just started ordering parts so I won't hit the 20 drive mark for quite some time.

Oddwun, I'm planning to purchase an X9SCM-F-O and 3 AOC-SASLP-MV8 cards for my Norco 4224 build. I'm interested to know whether you are able to get this configuration working with your board.