I have Rack Mounted Server assembly that we utilize a Chenbro Chassis with a redundant power supply unit. My basic requirement is to monitor the status of the redundant power supplies via the Intel SNMP Agent. I have been unable to find the specific requirements of the power supply that are needed to provide the Intel Server motherboard with so the BMC will monitor the status of the redundant power supplies. The chassis manufacturer does not seem very open to discussing this and if they understand the requirements and provide what is necessary on the power supply end.
My current power supply is a AcBel Model PS-R2IS7871A-G
My current Intel motherboard is a S1400FP2
Reviewing the technical specifications of the motherboard, it definitely supports monitoring redundant power supplies as there are multiple entries discussion this topic, but no specific mention of requirements.
I have noticed on the S1200RPM motherboard test for redundancy of power unit during a bios/bmc update , but it doesn't appear the S1400FP2 does.
I will attempt to take my power supply and hook it to the S1200RPM motherboard and see if it will monitor the redundant power supply units, but that doesn't solve my problem as my project requires an E5 processor.
I also understand I can solve this problem with using a Intel Server System, but the server system that meet my other requirements will cost $1000 more per unit, which is wasteful on a project that needs 20 units.
Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Brady