Bull NovaScale T860 E1 Guide de l'utilisateur

NovaScale T860 E1 User's Guide NOVASCALE REFERENCE 86 A1 13FA 00

x Keep this User’s Guide at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary. SAFETY INDICATIONS Follow the instructions in this User’s Guide for your s

4-32 Adapter Properties When you click [Adapter Properties] on the WebBIOS Top Menu, the configuration information is displayed. Click [Next] to see

4-33 The detailed settings are continued to the next page. Click [Next] to view more information. Default settings and their explanation Item Default

4-34 How to change setting value On the [Adapter Properties] screen, change the parameter to the desired value, and then click [Submit]. If an option

4-35 Scan Devices When you click [Scan Devices] on the WebBIOS Top Menu, the HDDs connected are detected again. Use this feature if you have installed

4-36 Virtual Disks When you click on [Virtual Disks] on the WebBIOS Top Menu, the screen that appears can be used to operate the configured VD. IMPOR

4-37 Physical Drives When you click on [Physical Disks] on the WebBIOS Top Menu, the screen that appears can be used to operate the physical drive (HD

4-38 Physical Drives Properties Use the following procedure to check the Physical Drive Properties. The example shown below is an example of the physi

4-39 Configuration Wizard Use this wizard to configure a RAID system using the connected HDDs. The detailed explanation of this feature is given in &q

4-40 Exit When you click [Exit] on the WebBIOS Top Menu, you are prompted for confirmation. Click [Yes] to exit from WebBIOS. The screen as shown bel

4-41 Configuring a Virtual Disk This section describes the procedures for the configuration of a VD (virtual disk) using WebBIOS. Configuration Wizar

xi SYMBOLS USED IN THIS USER'S GUIDE AND WARNING LABELS Attentions Indicates that improper use may cause an electric shock. Indicates that imp

4-42 When you select [New Configuration] or [Add Configuration], the screen shown below appears. Custom Configuration: Allows you to define all aspe

4-43 1. To add physical drives (HDDs) to a Disk Group, hold Ctrl and select the relevant physical drives (HDDs). 2. Once the selection is completed

4-44 5. The Span Definition screen is displayed. 6. Select a DG to define VD from "Array With Free Space" frame, then click [Add to SPAN]

4-45 Define the virtual disk (VD) in the DG that has been created in previous step. When the DG is defined, the [VD Definition] screen is displayed.

4-46 As an example, define a RAID5 VD of yyyyy MB. 1. Specify the necessary parameters in the left column. 2. Enter "yyyyy" in the "S

4-47 6. VD 0 is created in the DG 0 as shown in the screen below. 7. Make sure that the VD parameters are correct, and click [Accept]. 8. The conf

4-48 Configure SPAN The following explains the sample procedure to configure a RAID10 (spanning of RAID1) with four HDDs. IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to

4-49 3. When the selection is completed, click [Add to Array]. Make sure that the new DG is defined in the Disk Groups frame to the right, and click

4-50 6. Select DG0 from the "Array With Free Space" frame, then click [Add to SPAN]. The DG is defined in the "Span" field to the

4-51 9. Make sure that both DG0 and DG1 are defined as VD 0, and click [Next]. 10. On the "Preview" screen, make sure that the VD is defi

xii NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. T

4-52 Parameters for VD Definition Listed below are parameters for Configuration Wizard. Item Parameter Remarks RAID Level RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 /

4-53 You can change the parameters for the VD definition except for the RAID level and Stripe Size. On the WebBIOS Top Menu, click [Virtual Disks], sp

4-54 Operation of the Various Features Check Consistency 1. Start WebBIOS. 2. Click [Virtual Disks] on the WebBIOS Top Menu. 3. Select a VD on which

4-55 6. The Check Consistency progress is displayed on the left frame of the Virtual Disks screen. 7. Click [Home] to return to the Top Menu. IMPOR

4-56 Manual Rebuild The procedures described below are based on the following assumption: One of the HDDs failed in a RAID5 virtual disk configured wi

4-57 5. When the [Rebuild Progress] is displayed, click [Home] to go back to the WebBIOS Top Menu. IMPORTANT: Click [Home] while a background task s

4-58 Setting Hot Spare The procedures described below are based on the following assumption: Add a HDD to a RAID5 virtual disk configured with three H

4-59 4. Select [Make Global HSP] or [Make Dedicated HSP], and then click [Go]. Global HSP: Indicates the Hot Spare available for all the DGs. Dedica

4-60 6. Click [Home] to go back to the WebBIOS Top Menu.

4-61 Reconstruction The procedures described below are based on the following assumption: Add a HDD to a RAID5 virtual disk configured with three HDDs

xiii PREFACE Congratulations on your purchase of this server. This is your assurance to receive state-of-the-art, high quality hardware to meet your

4-62 3. The Setting menu for VD 0 is displayed. 4. On the right of the screen, the items required for the reconstruction are displayed. 5. Sel

4-63 7. Select the HDD to be added. 8. When you have finished the steps 5 to 7, click [Go]. 9. The reconstruction progress is displayed. Click [Hom

4-64 WebBIOS and Universal RAID Utility You can use the Universal RAID Utility for the configuration, management, and monitoring of the RAID System fr

4-65 the Slot numbers are represented by 0-origin. The Universal RAID Utility manages the Physical Device using a number of 1-origin and ID, Enclosure

4-66 CONFIGURING THE MOTHERBOARD JUMPERS With the pre-installed SETUP utility, you can set passwords to protect the data stored in the server against

4-67 The following describe the clearing procedure. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow these ins

4-68 Clearing CMOS Data 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" in Chapter 9 to prepare 2. Remove the left side cover (

5-1 Chapter 5 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup This section provides information on the use of Express Setup to install and configur

5-2 About Express Setup "Express Setup" helps you install the Windows Operating System. The setup automatically configures the RAID system a

5-3 Microsoft Windows Server 2003 This section explains how to install Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 by using the Express Setup. IMPORTANT: Be sure

xiv ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE This User’s Guide is a guide for proper setup and use of the server. This User’s Guide also covers useful procedures

5-4 Service Pack supported by the EXPRESSBUILDER The EXPRESSBUILDER DVD attached to the server supports the following combination of the OS installati

5-5 Optional Board Supported by the EXPRESSBUILDER The EXPRESSBUILDER attached to this computer supports the following optional boards: NOTE: If you w

5-6 NOTE: If you connect the LSILogic MegaRAID SAS 8480E Disk Array Controller as a data disk, clear the RAID Controller's configuration informat

5-7 SETUP FLOW This section visually describes the setup flow operated by Express Setup. Loading parameters (Step 2) Select the operating system (Step

5-8 Installing Windows Server 2003 Express Setup proceeds with the setup by selecting or inputting several parameters on the wizard. You can also save

5-9 5. The [Load parameters] step is displayed. [Do not load parameters] (1) Select [Do not load parameters]. (2) Click [Next]. NOTE: If no floppy

5-10 7. Enter the virtual disk settings. The [Enter RAID settings] step is displayed. Confirm the parameters, modify if necessary, and then click [Ne

5-11 IMPORTANT:  About the partition size – Specify a partition size larger than the required minimum size for the OS installation. – Do not

5-12 10. Enter the network protocol settings. The [Enter Network Protocol] step is displayed. Confirm the parameters, modify if necessary, and click

5-13 12. Select the installing components. The [Select Windows component] step is displayed. Confirm the parameters, modify if necessary, and click [

xv Appendix B Other Precautions provides additional notes on using the server. Appendix C IRQ and I/O Port Address provides a list of the factor

5-14 14. Save the parameters. The [Save parameters] step is displayed. If you want to save the parameters , set the free formatted floppy disk. Sele

5-15 18. Read the contents carefully and click [Yes] if you agree. If you do not agree, click [No]. IMPORTANT:  If you do not agree to this agreem

5-16 Installing and Setting the Device Drivers Follow these steps to install and configure the device drivers. PROSet Using PROSet enables the follow

5-17 Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is a feature that creates a group containing more than

5-18 Network Driver Specify the details of the network driver. Two standard network drivers will be installed automatically, but the link speed and du

5-19 Optional Network Board Driver When using a manufacturer-approved Network Board, the network driver will be installed automatically. Therefore, th

5-20 Graphics Accelerator Driver The standard graphics accelerator drivers that are mounted will be installed automatically. Follow the procedure belo

5-21 Available switch options for the Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini file. Many different switches will be available if you edit the Boot.ini file. For

5-22 Solving Problems Settings Setup the following issue in advance so that your computer can recover from any trouble precisely and as soon as possib

5-23 4. Specify "Complete memory dump" and modify [Dump file:] in the [Write debugging information] group box. e.g. To write the debug info

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5-24 Windows Dr. Watson Windows Dr. Watson is a debugger for application errors. If any application error is detected, Dr. Watson diagnoses the server

5-25 Network Monitor Using Network Monitor helps you investigate and manage the network troubles. To use Network Monitor, you need to restart the syst

5-26 Installing Maintenance Utilities Various maintenance utilities are included in your EXPRESSBUILDER DVD. See Chapter 6 for more information on ins

5-27 Installing with the OEM-FD for Mass Storage Device This section explains how to setup with the OEM-FD. This is not a standard procedure. The deta

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6-1 Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities This section describes how to use the EXPRESSBUILDER DVD that comes with your server and to install the u

6-2 EXPRESSBUILDER The EXPRESSBUILDER DVD (referred to as "EXPRESSBUILDER" hereinafter) helps you install the Operating system/the Managemen

6-3 – Load the driver This function is not usually used. You may have to use it if you add a new device to the server. (See Chapter 5.)  Maintenanc

6-4 Autorun Menu When the EXPRESSBUILDER disk is inserted into the DVD drive, Windows automatically launches the menu shown below. This menu is used

6-5 PARAMETER FILE CREATOR "Parameter File Creator" is a tool to create the [Parameters file] that is used for configuring the server with t

1-1 Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Server This chapter includes information necessary for the proper and safe operation of your server.

6-6 4. Click [Parameter File Creator]. The Parameter File Creator is displayed.

6-7 5. [Load Parameters] step is displayed. Select [Do not load parameters] from the menu, and click [Next]. 6. Select the Operating System to inst

6-8 7. Enter the virtual disk settings. The [Enter RAID setting] step is displayed. Confirm the parameters, modify if necessary, and click [Next]. I

6-9 8. Specify the installation medium and the Windows system partition. The [Specify medium / Partitions] step is displayed. Confirm the parameters,

6-10 9. Enter the user information, time zone and client license mode. The [Enter basic parameters] step is displayed. Confirm the parameters, modify

6-11 11. Enter the domain or workgroup name to be used. The [Enter domain and account] step is displayed. Confirm the parameters, modify if necessary

6-12 13. Select the applications to install. The [Setting applications] step is displayed. Confirm the parameters, modify if necessary, and click [Ne

6-13 15. Saved to a floppy disk. The floppy disk containing the parameters file has been created. Click [Yes] to exit the Parameter File Creator. N

6-14 NEC ESMPRO The NEC ESMPRO (referred to as ESMPRO hereafter) lets a system administrator manage remote servers across a network. ESMPRO monitors t

6-15 Universal RAID Utility Universal RAID Utility is an application used to manage or monitor the following RAID Controllers.  Internal RAID Contro

1-2 WARNING LABELS A warning label is attached to the potentially dangerous components or their vicinity in your server to inform the user that a ha

6-16 NEC DianaScope NEC DianaScope is a software application that can be used for the remote management of the server. Refer to the online documentati

7-1 Chapter 7 Maintenance This chapter describes the daily maintenance of the server and the precautions to follow when relocating or storing the serv

7-2 CLEANING Clean the server on a regular basis to keep it in good shape. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Fail

7-3 Cleaning the Interior CAUTION Only a qualified service representative can only install or remove the components described in this subsection.

7-4 Cleaning the Keyboard/Mouse Make sure that the server and peripheral devices are powered off (the POWER/SLEEP LED is unlit), and then wipe the key

7-5 Cleaning an Optical Disc A dusty Optical Disc or dust-accumulated in a tray causes the device to fail to read the data correctly. Follow the proce

7-6 SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS The System Diagnostics runs several tests on the server. Select [Maintenance Tools] - [Test and diagnostics] in the EXPRESSBUIL

7-7 6. Select [Test and diagnostics]. Select [End-User Mode] and the system diagnostics starts. The diagnostics are completed in approximately three

7-8 7. Follow the guide line shown at the bottom of the screen, and press the Esc key. The [Enduser Menu] below is displayed. Enduser MenuPlease choo

7-9 RELOCATING/STORING THE SERVER Follow the procedure below to relocate or store the server: CAUTION Observe the following instructions to use the

1-3 SAFETY NOTES This section provides notes on using your server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure proper and safe use of the server. F

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8-1 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting If your server does not operate as expected, read this chapter before contacting your service representative. NOTE: For

8-2 SYSTEM VIEWERS Use ESMPRO to monitor the occurrence of a fault during the system operation. Especially take note on whether any alert is reported

8-3 LAMPS The following describes the server lamps and their indications. See Chapter 2 for the location of each lamp. LAN ACCESS Lamp The LAN ACCESS

8-4 STATUS lamp indication Description Procedure On (green) The server is operating normally. – Flashing (green) • The server is operating with the

8-5 POWER/SLEEP Lamp The green POWER/SLEEP lamp lights to indicate normal operation while the server is powered on. When the server is powered off, th

8-6 Hard Disk Drive Lamp The disk lamp on the hard disk drive bay has different meanings depending on the display status.  Lit green Indicates t

8-7 Power Supply Lamp The power supply on the rear of the server has a POWER/FAIL lamp. NOTE: A server equipped with an optional power unit can conti

8-8 LAN Connector Lamps Each of the three LAN connectors on the rear panel has two lamps as follows.  LINK/ACT lamp The LINK/ACT lamp indicates

8-9 ERROR MESSAGES If an error occurs in the server, an error message appears on the display unit connected to the server. Error Messages after Power

1-4 Power Supply and Power Cord Use WARNING Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand. Do not disconnect/connect the plug while your hands are

8-10 POST Error Messages When the POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the display unit screen. The following table lists the error

8-11 Error code Error message Recommended Action 02D1 System Memory exceeds the CPU's caching limit. 02F4 EISA CMOS not write able. 02F5 DMA T

8-12 Error code Error message Recommended Action 0B8B BMC progress check timeout. 0B8C BMC command access failed. 0B8D Could not redirect the cons

8-13 Beep Codes If an error occurs during the POST, the server beeps, indicating the error type. Each number indicates the number of short beeps, and

8-14 SOLVING PROBLEMS When the server fails to operate as expected, see the following to find out your problem and follow the provided instructions be

8-15 Fail to access internal or external devices (or such devices fail to operate):  Are the cables properly connected? → Make sure that the inte

8-16 Fail to access the hard disk drive: (Refer to the documentation supplied with the RAID Controller.)  Is the hard disk drive applicable to the

8-17 Event Type: Warning Event Source: IANSMiniport Event Category: None Event ID: 22 Description: Primary Adapter does not sense any Probes: In

8-18 The system displays the message below and fails to log on. Windows Product Activation This copy of Windows must be activated with

8-19 The system restarts automatically when a stop error occurs, even though the system is NOT set up to do so: → This is not an issue. Check the Sy

1-5 Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection WARNING Disconnect the power cord(s) before installing or removing the server. Make sure t

8-20 Fail to start the OS with the /3GB switch → The system often fails to start the OS with the /3GB switch. In this case, please adjust the capac

8-21 Problems with Express Setup The following message appeared when you tried to install Express Setup to a hard disk drive that has a smaller capaci

8-22 Error Message during RAID System Configuration If the server configured with a RAID System does not work correctly or if the utility program fail

8-23 Problems with Windows Autorun Menu Cannot read online document:  Is Adobe Reader installed correctly in your system? → Some online documents a

8-24 Collecting the Event Log This section describes how to collect the log of the various events that occurred on the server. IMPORTANT: If a STOP er

8-25 Memory Dump If an error occurs, the dump file should be saved to acquire the necessary information. You can specify the location of your choice t

8-26 RECOVERY FOR WINDOWS SERVER 2003 X64 EDITIONS AND WINDOWS SERVER 2003 If the system fails to start for some reason, recover the system using the

8-27 MAINTENANCE TOOLS The Maintenance Tools are used preventively, to maintain and to analyze potential troubles. Starting the Maintenance Tools Sta

8-28 5. Select "English". The tool menu is displayed. Using a local console Using a remote console 6. The tool starts.

8-29 Maintenance Tools Functions The following functions can be executed in the Maintenance Tools.  Maintenance Utility The Off-line Maintenance Uti

1-6 Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices WARNING Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server. Never attempt to disassemble, repair, o

8-30 Maintenance Tools with Remote Console This subsection describes the procedures for using the Maintenance Tools with a remote console. The Mainten

8-31 RESETTING THE SERVER If the server halts before starting the OS, press and hold Ctrl and Alt and press Delete. This restarts the server. IMPORTAN

8-32 FORCED SHUTDOWN Use this function when an OS command does not shut down the server, the POWER/SLEEP switch does not turn off the server, or reset

9-1 Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server This chapter describes the internal optional devices available for the server, the procedures for the installation

9-2 ANTI-STATIC MEASURES The server contains electronic components sensitive to static electricity. Avoid failures caused by static electricity when i

9-3 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL Prepare the installation or removal of a component depending on the following procedure: 1. Shut down the

9-4 DEVICE INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL PROCEDURE Install or remove a component from the server as described as described in the following procedure. Side

9-5 Installation The side cover can be installed in the reverse procedure of the removal. Make sure that the hooks on the side cover are inserted into

9-6 CPU Duct Cover To install or remove the DIMM or processor, you will need to remove the CPU duct cover. IMPORTANT: Do not assemble the server wit

9-7 Installation Insert the CPU duct cover straight into the chassis while making sure that the CPU duct cover does not contact with any cables or com

1-7 During Operation CAUTION Stay away from the fan. Keep hands or hair away from the cooling fan at the rear of the server. Failure to follow t

9-8 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive bay may contain up to four hard disk drives. IMPORTANT:  Use the hard disk drives authorized by th

9-9 Installation Install a hard disk drive as described as described in the following procedure. A hard disk drive may be installed in any other slot

9-10 4. Unlock the lever of the hard disk drive. 5. Securely hold the hard disk drive (with tray) and handle, and insert it into the slot. IMPORTAN

9-11 6. Slowly push the handle. The handle is locked with a click. IMPORTANT: Note that your fingers may not be caught between the handle and the tra

9-12 Removal Remove the hard disk drive as described as described in the following procedure. IMPORTANT: About data on the hard disk drive Be sure to

9-13 3. Pull the handle toward you. 4. Hold the handle and hard disk drive securely and pull it forward. 5. To use the server with the hard disk

9-14 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive (in 2.5-inch HDD Cage) The 2.5-inch hard disk drive bay may contain up to eight hard disk drives. IMPORTANT: Use the har

9-15 Installation Install a hard disk drive as described in the following procedure. A hard disk drive may be installed in any other slot in the simil

9-16 5. Securely hold the hard disk drive (with tray) and handle, and insert it into the slot. The hard disk drive has a spring (EMI shield) to preve

9-17 6. Slowly push the handle. The handle is locked with a click. IMPORTANT: Note that your fingers may not be caught between the handle and the tra

1-8 FOR PROPER OPERATION Observe the following notes for successful operation of the server. Using the server while ignoring the notes will cause ma

9-18 Removal Remove the hard disk drive as described in the following procedure. IMPORTANT: About data on the hard disk drive Be sure to take appropri

9-19 3. Pull the handle toward you. 4. Hold the handle and hard disk drive securely and pull it forward. 5. To use the server with the hard disk

9-20 Obey the following cautions when the auto rebuild function is used.  Do not turn off the power of the server in the interval from a fault of a

9-21 Disk Expansion Unit A disk expansion unit is an external device that can install up to 14 hard disk drives. (The number of hard disk drives depen

9-22 Power Supply Unit Your server can contain one or two power supply units. With redundant power supply installed, the server can ensure continued o

9-23 4. Connect two power cords to the AC inlets. Use the standard power cord coming with the server and the cord coming with the power supply unit.

9-24 Replacement of Defective Power Supply Unit The power supply unit should be replaced only when it is defective. IMPORTANT: Do not remove any power

9-25 Cooling Fan Unit Two cooling fan units (front and rear) are factory-installed in your server. By installing an optional redundant fan unit (conta

9-26 Installation 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare. 2. Remove the side cover. 3. R

9-27 6. Remove the dummy cover from the fan box. The dummy fan cover has a locking mechanism on its rear face. While pushing the lock, lift the dummy

1-9 TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY The following must be observed when you transfer (or sell) the server or software provided with the server to a third pa

9-28 8. Install the fan box in the chassis. 9. Insert the Option B fan unit into the additional slot for PCI/HDD cage. Fan cable Option B fan un

9-29 NOTES:  Pass the cables toward the motherboard connector.  For easy installation, remove the hot-swap fan from the cooling fan unit during i

9-30 11. Move the jumper pin located below the connector for Option B. Connect the three cooling fan cables (for Options A and Option B) to the conne

9-31 Installation of Water-cooled Heat Sink Prepare a Phillips screwdriver for installation. The screwdriver must be magnetized. Precautions 1. Be

9-32 Installation Installation of the water-cooled heat sink 1. Remove the protector and the tape for protecting the cooling sheet from the bottom

9-33 Change setting of jumper switch on motherboard For correct operation of the water-cooled heat sink, you must change the setting of the jumper sw

9-34 Detach the top cover from the detached CPU duct. Install the CPU duct. Install the CPU duct provided with the water-cooled h

9-35 Update the system. Updating the system is required for proper operation of water-cooled heat sink. Use the "Update CD-ROM" provided wi

9-36 3.5-inch HDD Cage Your server has a factory-installed 3.5-inch HDD cage that can contain four hard disk drives on the front of the server. Instal

9-37 HDD Cage Jumper # Loc Description Setting Default 1 JP1 Mode Change （CntSel_0） 1 2 3 1-2 ESB2 Mode 2-3 Disabled 2-3 2 JP2 Mode Change （

1-10 DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES  Dispose of the server, internal devices, or DVD/CD-ROMs according to laws and regulations of the central and/or loca

9-38 5. Insert the HDD cage to the corresponding slot. 6. Connect the proper cables to the connectors on the rear of the HDD cage. Connect the powe

9-39 SAS/SATA1 Connector Used to connect with the factory-installed 3.5-inch HDD cage (PORT0 to PORT3). SAS/SATA2 Connector Used to connect with the

9-40 7. Fix the 3.5-inch HDD cage to the chassis. Fix the HDD cage to the server with four fixing screws. 8. Install the components which had been

9-41 2.5-inch HDD Cage Installing an optional HDD cage in the 2.5-inch hard disk drive bay on the front of the server allows the server to be equipped

9-42 Installation (First 2.5-inch HDD Cage) Install the 2.5-inch HDD cage as described in the following procedure. 1. See the section "Prepari

9-43 7. Remove the two flat countersunk screws from the front of the server chassis.

9-44 8. Slowly and carefully lay the server down on its right side. 9. Remove the two hexagon set screws from the bottom of the chassis. 10. Remo

9-45 11. Move the HDD cage frame by lifting the frame along the L-shaped groove. 12. Secure the HDD cage frame with two screws.

9-46 13. Rotate the stabilizer on bottom of chassis, and secure the HDD cage frame with two screws. 14. Slowly and carefully raise the chassis.

9-47 15. Secure the front of the chassis with the two flat countersunk screws removed in Step 7. 16. Insert the 2.5-inch HDD cage into the lowest s

1-11 USER SUPPORT Before Asking for Repair, do the following when the server appears to fail: 1. Check if the power cord and the cables to other de

9-48 17. Secure the dummy covers that come with the 2.5-inch HDD cage with seven screws. 18. Secure the dummy cover for FDD slot removed in Step 6

9-49 – SAS/SATA cable Connect the SAS/SATA cable from the farthest connector on the rear of the 2.5-inch HDD cage to the right connector on the In

9-50 Installation (Second 2.5-inch HDD Cage) Install the HDD cage in the 2.5-inch hard disk drive bay as described in the following procedure. 1. See

9-51 5. Insert the HDD cage to the corresponding slot. 6. Fix the 2.5-inch HDD cage to the chassis. Fix the HDD cage to the server with four fixing

9-52 7. Remove the dummy connector covers from the SAS/SATA connectors on rear of the 2.5-inch HDD cage. 8. Connect the power cable, SAS/SATA cables

9-53 5.25-inch Device The server contains three slots in which backup devices can be installed, including optical disk drive and magnetic tape drive.

9-54 Installation 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare. 2. Remove the side cover. 3.

9-55 6. Push the 5.25-inch device into the device bay carefully. NOTE: Make sure that the cables are not trapped while the 5.25-inch device is pushed

9-56 Internal USB Floppy Disk Drive Your server can contain an internal USB floppy disk drive. Installation (in 3.5-inch HDD Cage) Follow steps below

9-57 4. Insert the internal USB floppy disk drive into the bay slowly and carefully. 5. Secure the floppy disk drive to the server chassis with the

1-12 Advice for Health The longer you keep using the computer equipment, the more you become tired, which may cause disorders of your body. When yo

9-58 10. Connect the 4-pin connector of the USB interface cable to the internal USB floppy disk drive. NOTE: Pay attention to orientation of the con

9-59 Installation (in 2.5-inch HDD Cage) Follow the steps below to install an internal USB floppy disk drive. 1. See the section "Preparing for

9-60 4. Draw the 4-pin connector side of the USB interface cable from the FDD bracket. 5. Connect the 4-pin connector of the USB interface cable

9-61 7. Secure the floppy disk drive to the server chassis with the two screws that come with the drive. 8. Close the front mask. 9. Fold the four

9-62 12. Connect the other side (10-pin connector) of the USB interface cable that comes with the internal USB floppy disk drive to the connector for

9-63 PCI Board The server contains five slots into which PCI boards can be inserted. IMPORTANT: PCI boards are easily affected by static electricity.

9-64 Slots to install the PCI board PCIe #6 PCIe #5 PCIe #4PCIe #3 PCI #2PCI-X#1 Note PCI slot capability x4 lane x8 lane x4 lane x8 lane32 bit/33MH

9-65 Onboard LAN Controller Considerations It is possible to configure the Teaming feature of AFT (Adapter Fault Tolerance)/ALB (Adaptive Load Balanci

9-66 Installation 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare. 2. Remove the side cover. 3. R

9-67 Removal To remove the board, follow the installation procedure in the reverse order. Then install the additional slot cover.

2-1 Chapter 2 General Description This chapter provides information that you should be familiar with before using the server. It includes names and fu

9-68 Processor (CPU) The server may have another CPU installed in addition to the standard CPU (Intel Xeon Processor). IMPORTANT: Two CPUs must ha

9-69 Installation Install a CPU as described in the following procedure. IMPORTANT: CPUs are easily affected by static electricity. Before handling a

9-70 6. Raise the CPU socket holder. 7. Put the CPU on the socket slowly and carefully. IMPORTANT: Make sure the orientation of the CPU is correct.

9-71 9. Push down the lever to secure the CPU. 10. Put the heat sink on CPU. If you are going to use the water cooling heat sink, see "Water C

9-72 Removal To remove the CPU, follow steps 1 to 3 from the installation procedure to prepare, then follow steps 10 to 4. To remove the heat sink, tr

9-73 Installation of Heat Sink Install the heat sink as described in the following procedures. 1. Remove the protective cover from the heat sink. 2.

9-74 3. Fix the heat sink with four screws. NOTE: First insert the four screws in the order shown in the figure below. Then, screw them tightly. 1342

9-75 Installation of Water Cooling Heat Sink Install the water cooling heat sink on the CPU as described in the following procedure. 1. Peel off the

9-76 2. Put the water cooling heat sink on the CPU. 3. Fix the water cooling heat sink with screws. To know how to fix the water cooling heat sink,

9-77 4. Connect the cables. Check the connectors to which cables are to be connected for proper connections. Set the water-cooled heat sink exchange

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2-2 OVERVIEW Your server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Quad-Core/Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor family. It is a solid performer

9-78 6. Install the CPU duct cover. Removal (Water Cooling Heat Sink) To remove the water cooling heat sink from the CPU, follow the installation p

9-79 DIMM A DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module) is installed in a DIMM socket on the motherboard. The motherboard features 12 sockets in which DIMMs can

9-80 NOTES:  Up to 48 GB (4 GB × 12) of DIMMs can be added. (If a water-cooling heat sink is installed, up to 24 GB (2 GB × 12) of memory can be a

9-81 Removal Remove the DIMM as described in the following procedure. NOTES:  To remove a defective DIMM, check the error message appearing in POST

9-82 Using the Memory RAS Features The server features the memory mirroring and online spare memory as well as the chipkill ECC memory, which can auto

9-83 Memory Mirroring The memory mirroring feature writes the same data into two groups of DIMMs corresponding with each other between memory branches

9-84 The table below lists examples of DIMM installation patterns enabling the memory mirroring feature to be used. Memory Set (Group #) Memory Set (G

9-85 Online Spare Memory The online memory spare feature puts a group of memory devices within a memory branch into standby status as spare devices. I

9-86 The online spare memory feature can be used under the following conditions:  Install memory devices to more than one group in each memory branc

10-1 Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagrams Internal cable connections of the server are shown below.

2-3 SYSTEM CHASSIS Names and functions of the components are shown below. Front View With Front Door Closed 1212 4 5 6 7 1 2 3

10-2 INTERFACE CABLES An example of the connection of the interface cables between the devices within the server and external devices is shown below.

10-3 Installing an Internal SCSI File Device To install an internal SCSI file device, you need to prepare a SCSI controller and SCSI cable. IMPORTANT:

10-4 Connecting with a Disk Expansion Unit A disk expansion unit is an exclusive device in which you can install up to 14 hard disk drives. (The numbe

10-5 POWER CABLE Proper connector numbers of format Pnn (nn: numeral) are printed on the power cables connected to the power unit installed in the ser

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A-1 Appendix A Specifications Item CPU Type Dual-core Intel® Xeon® processor Quad-core Intel® Xeon® processor Model E5205 E5260 E5420 X5450 X5460

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B-1 Appendix B Other Precautions Transfer Rate of the On-board LAN Controller The LAN controller on the base board has two ports, and another two port

B-2  Do not leave the floppy disk next to food or beverages, or in a place exposed to cigarette smoke.  Do not leave the floppy disk near liquids,

B-3 CD/DVD-ROM Keep the following notes in mind to use the CD/DVD-ROM for the server:  Press the center of the storage case to remove the CD/DVD-ROM

2-4 1 Front door Open this door to access the POWER switch, 5.25-inch devices, or the optical disk drive, to install/remove hard disk drives to the

B-4 reducing strain on your shoulders, arms, and fingers. NOTE: The keyboard functions depend on the software. Refer to the manual that comes with

C-1 Appendix C IRQ The factory-set interrupt requests are listed below. Find an appropriate one to install an optional device. Interrupt Request The

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D-1 Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions This section describes the procedure for the installation of Windows Server 2003 x64 Editio

D-2 Re-installing to the Hard disk drive which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk If you want to keep the existing partition when installing the syst

D-3 INSTALLING Windows Server 2003 X64 EDITIONS Preparations for Installation  EXPRESSBUILDER DVD  Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard x64 Edit

D-4  Create from [Autorun Menu] This menu requires Microsoft Windows XP, Vista or Windows Server 2003(or later). You can create the Windows Server 2

D-5 Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Clean Installation This section explains how to perform a clean installation of Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions.

D-6 IMPORTANT:  In this case, the [Windows setup] screen may not be displayed. Be sure to install Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 x64 Edition DIS

D-7 Reinstallation to Multiple Logical Drives This subsection describes the procedure to reinstall the operating system if the multiple logical drives

2-5 With the Front Door Opened Your server contains a factory-installed hot-swap 3.5-inch HDD cage. When the optional 3.5-inch HDD cage is additionall

D-8 Modifying the Drive Letter 1. Click Start menu, right-click [My Computer], and specify [Manage] to start [Computer Management]. 2. Specify the [D

D-9 Updating the System - Applying Service Pack - Update the system in the below situations:  Expanded the CPU (expanded to single processor to mult

D-10 Application Process of the Hotfix (KB921411) Apply the "Hotfix (KB921411)" before executing the system update. 1. Log on to the system

D-11 Applying the "Updating the System" Process "Updating the System" applies the drivers necessary for the NovaScale R480 E1 Seri

D-12 Recovery Process If "Updating the System" is executed before the application of the "Hotfix for Windows x64 (KB921411)", &quo

D-13 DRIVER INSTALLATION AND ADVANCED SETTINGS This section describes how to install and setup various standard drivers mounted on the device. For a

D-14 Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is a feature that creates a group containing more than

D-15 Network Driver Specify the details of the network driver. Two standard network drivers will be installed automatically, but the link speed and du

D-16 Optional Network Board Driver When using a manufacturer-approved Network Board, the network driver will be installed automatically. Therefore, t

D-17 4. Follow the on-screen message to proceed with the installation. If the dialog message "Digital Signature could not been found." appe

2-6 An optional hot-swap 2.5-inch HDD cage can contain up to eight 2.5-inch hard disk drives. With two of these cages, up to 16 hard disk drives can b

D-18 About Windows Activation Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions must be activated before use. Windows activation process is as follows. 1. Click [Ru

D-19 The following screen is displayed. 3. Process with the "Windows activation" according to the following message.

D-20 SETTING FOR COLLECTING MEMORY DUMP (DEBUG INFORMATION) Set the memory dump collection using the procedure described in Chapter 5.

E-1 Appendix E Installing Windows Server 2003 This section describes the procedures for installing Windows Server 2003 without using Express Setup too

E-2 Updating the System If you modified the Windows system, execute "Update the System" in Autorun Menu. Re-installing to the Hard Disk Dri

E-3 About the System Partition Size The system partition size can be calculated using the following formula. Size necessary to install the system + Pa

E-4 INSTALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003 Preparations for Installation  EXPRESSBUILDER DVD  Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard x64 Edition (CD-ROM)

E-5 Creating "Windows Server 2003 OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER" Before installing, create Windows Server 2003 OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER. NO

E-6 Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation This section explains how to perform a clean installation of Windows Server 2003. 1. Turn on the system po

E-7 7. Select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter. – [LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Controller Driver (Server 2003 32-bit)] – [LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Co

2-7 1 5.25-inch device bay Backup tape drives may be installed in the 5.25-inch device bays. 2 Optical disk drive The optical disk drive reads dat

E-8 11. Insert Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 DISC 2 CD-ROM into the optical disk drive. Confirm the parameters and click [OK]. 12. Once the insta

E-9 Procedure for License Authentication The Product Key used for license authentication should match the COA label in which the product key contained

E-10 Application Process of the Hotfix (KB921411) Apply the "Hotfix (KB921411)" before executing the system update. 1. Log on to the system

E-11 Applying the "Updating the System" Process Follow this process after the Hotfix for Windows Server 2003 (KB921411) has been applied. NO

E-12 Recovery Process If "Updating the System" is executed before the application of the "Hotfix for Windows Server 2003 (KB921411)&quo

E-13 DRIVER INSTALLATION AND ADVANCED SETTINGS This section describes how to install and setup various standard drivers mounted on the device. For a

E-14 1. Click the Start menu, click [Settings] and click [Network Connections]. The [Network Connections] dialog box appears. 2. Right-click [Loca

E-15 Graphics Accelerator Driver The standard graphics accelerator drivers that are mounted will be installed automatically. Follow the procedure belo

E-16 About Windows Activation Windows Server 2003 must be activated before use. Windows activation process is as follows. NOTE: When you use Windows S

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E-18 Available Switch Options for Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini File Many different switches will be available if you edit the Boot.ini file. For the a

E-19 SETTING FOR COLLECTING MEMORY DUMP (DEBUG INFORMATION) Set the memory dump collection using the procedure described in Chapter 5.

F-1 Appendix F Using a Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive The EXPRESSBUILDER disk is contained on a DVD, meaning that the client machine you wish to

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G-1 Appendix G Product Configuration Record Table Use this table for information about setup and system environment change. Hardware Main Unit Mod

G-2 5.25-inch Device Slot 1 Size Capacity Serial No. Model name Type number Date Installed Size Capacity Serial No. Slot 2 (s

G-3 Software Firmware version OS Name: Version: Application of RUR media  Apply Name: Version: File system  FAT  HPFS  NTFS 

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2-9 1 Power supply The power unit supplies DC power to the server. 2 Handle Grasp this handle to install or remove the power supply. 3 POWER/FAIL l

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2-10 Internal View The figure below shows an internal view of the chassis with the 3.5-inch HDD cage installed. With the 2.5-inch HDD cage, up to eigh

2-11 1 Power supply unit 2 CPU duct cover 2-1 Top cover (To be removed when a water-cooling heat sink is installed.) 2-2 Water-cooling heat sink (S

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2-12 MOTHERBOARD 5 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 2811 12 13 14 15161718192021 22 23 24 25 262729 28

2-13 1 Front cooling fan connector (factory-installed) 2 DIMM sockets (slot numbers 33, 32, 31, 23, 22, 21, 13, 12, 11, 41, 42 and 43 from top to b

2-14 STANDARD FEATURES High performance High-reliability  Quad-Core/Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor  High-speed memory access (DDR2-667)  High-

2-15 Peripheral Bays The system supports a variety of standard PC AT-compatible peripheral devices. The chassis includes these peripheral bays:  Thr

2-16 EXPRESSBUILDER The DVD-ROM that comes with the server contains a setup utility called "EXPRESSBUILDER." EXPRESSBUILDER should be used:

2-17 NEC ESMPRO NEC ESMPRO is server management software that runs on top of an OS. NEC ESMPRO includes the NEC ESMPRO Manager for the server monitori

2-18 Remote Management The server may be monitored and managed via LAN/WAN using the EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 2 and the NEC DianaScope utilities stored in

2-19 USING YOUR SERVER This section describes the basic operation of your server including how to use devices such as the optical disk drive. See Appe

2-20 POWER Switch Use the POWER switch to turn on/off the server. Power On 1. Power on the display unit and peripheral devices. NOTE: If the power co

2-21 POST The POST (Power On Self-Test) is the self-diagnostic program stored in the system memory. When you power on the server, the system automatic

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2-22 POST Execution Flow The following describes in chronological order the progress of the POST. IMPORTANT:  Do not power off the server while the

2-23 6. After a few seconds, the POST displays the following message prompting you to launch the BIOS SETUP utility stored in the system memory of th

2-24 Power Off Follow the procedure below to power off the server. If the power cord of the server is connected to a UPS, refer to the manual that com

2-25 Optical Disk Drive The server is provided with an optical disk drive on its front to read/write data from/to a disc. CAUTION Observe the follo

2-26 To take out a disc from the optical disk drive, press the Open/Close button. If the access LED is lit, the disc is being accessed. Confirm that t

2-27 When you fail to eject: When you fail to eject the tray with the Open/Close button and take out the disc from the server, follow the procedure be

2-28 Use of the Disc Keep the following notes in mind to use the disc for the server:  The playback of discs which do not conform to the standards i

3-1 Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server This chapter describes how to set up your server appropriately for your system, on a step-by-step basis.

3-2 SETUP FLOW Follow the flowchart below to set up the server. Unpacking the system Unpack the server and accessories from the shipping cart

3-3 UNPACKING THE SYSTEM When you receive your system, inspect the shipping containers prior to unpacking. If the shipping boxes are damaged, note the

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3-4 SELECTING A SITE Read the following precautions before selecting a suitable site for your server. The following describes the installation and con

3-5 When you have selected a server site, hold the server by its bottom with at least three persons and carry it to the site, then place it slowly and

3-6 CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connect peripheral devices to the server. The server is provided with connectors for wide variety of peripheral devi

3-7 Device with the serial interface (e.g., modem) Direct connection to the leased line is prohibited. Keyboard Mouse Display unit Hub (multipo

3-8 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD Connect the provided power cord to the server. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Fa

3-9 To connect the power cord from the server to an interruptive power supply (UPS), use service outlets on the rear of the UPS. Refer to the manual t

3-10 TURNING ON THE SERVER Turn on the server and follow the on-screen instructions. 1. Power on the display unit and other external devices. NOTE: I

3-11 INSTALLING THE OPERATING SYSTEM See Chapter 5 for the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 installation. To install another operating system, contact yo

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4-1 Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server Configuration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration. You can configure your system, a

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4-2 Starting the SETUP Utility Powering on the server starts the POST (Power On Self-Test) and displays its check results. If a full screen logo is di

4-3 Description of the On-Screen Items and Key Usage Use the following keyboard keys to work with the SETUP utility. (Key functions are also listed at

4-4 Menu and Parameter Descriptions The SETUP utility includes the following six major menus:  Main  Advanced  Security  Server  Boot  Exi

4-5 Processor Settings Option Parameter Description Your Setting Processor Retest [No] Yes If yes, BIOS will clear the historical processor status a

4-6 Memory Configuration Option Parameter Description Your Setting System Memory nnn KB Indicates the total capacity of the basic memory. (View only

4-7 PCI Configuration Option Parameter Description Your Setting PCI Slot 1-6 Option ROM [Enabled] Disabled Disables or enables the option ROM scan fo

4-8 Advanced Chipset Control Option Parameter Description Your Setting Multimedia Timer [Disabled] Enabled Specifies whether the system supports the

4-9 Security Press Enter on "Set Supervisor Password" or "Set User Password," to display the password entry screen. Enter the pa

4-10 Server Option Parameter Description Your Setting System Management – Displays the System Management submenu. Console Redirection – Displays t

4-11 Option Parameter Description Your Setting Power ON Delay Time (Sec) [20] - 255 Specifies the power on delay time within a range between 0 and 25

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4-12 Console Redirection Submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting BIOS Redirection Port [Disabled] Serial Port A Serial Port B Specifies the

4-13 BMC LAN Configuration Submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting IP Address [192.168.001.001] Specifies an IP address for the management

4-14 Event Log Configuration Submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting System Event Log – Displays the System Event Log submenu. Clear All

4-15 Exit The options on the menu are described below. Exit Saving Changes Select this item to terminate SETUP after saving the newly selected inform

4-16 RAID SYSTEM CONFIGURATION This section describes how to use the internal hard disk drives as a RAID System using the Internal RAID Controller . F

4-17 RAID Levels The record mode enabling the RAID feature includes several levels. Among the levels, the on-board RAID (MegaRAID ROMB) supports the f

4-18 Virtual Disk A Virtual Disk is a logical drive defined in a Disk Group. It is recognized as a physical drive by the OS. The authorised number of

4-19 RAID Levels Characteristics of the RAID Levels The table below lists the characteristics of the RAID levels. Level Function Redundancy Character

4-20 RAID1 In the RAID1 level, data saved in a HDD is written to another HDD without changes. This mode is called "mirroring". When data is

4-21 RAID6 RAID 6 extends RAID 5 by adding an additional parity block (Q) created by different calculation method such as weighting by some factor, a

ix Setting for Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information)...D-20 Appendix E...

4-22 RAID50 Data is distributed to the HDDs by striping with distributed parity, and then written onto the HDDs by striping. Owing to this feature, b

4-23 Configuration using the Internal RAID Controller This section describes how to use the internal hard disk drives as a RAID System using the Inter

4-24 Patrol Read The Patrol Read is a read & verify test in the entire area of HDDs. It can be performed for all the HDDs assigned to virtual disk

4-25 Background Initialize The Background Initialize is automatically executed when RAID5 virtual disk is created in the disk group composed of five o

4-26 Reconstruction The reconstruction feature is used to change configuration and/or RAID level of existing virtual disk. The Reconstruction contains

4-27 IMPORTANT: Note the following for the Reconstruction:  Be sure to make a backup copy of the data and to perform a Consistency Check before star

4-28 Before Using WebBIOS Read the following sections describing the supported functions and precautions before using "WebBIOS". Supported

4-29 Notes on Creating the Virtual Drive  The HDDs configuring the disk group should have the same capacity and rotation speed.  Be sure to execut

4-30 Using WebBIOS Starting WebBIOS 1. Press Esc when a full-screen logo appears after powering on the server. 2. Press Ctrl + H on POST screen to st

4-31 Main Menu The screen shown below is the [Adapter Selection] screen that appears first on WebBIOS. Select a controller to operate WebBIOS, and cli