DEC PRIORIS HX590, PRIORIS HX590 DP User's Guide

PRIORIS HX SERVER

USER’S GUIDE

Prioris HX Server
User's Guide

Part Number: ER-881WW-UA. A01

Digital Equipment Corporation

November 1995

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Select

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FCC ID: A09-88XWW

The FCC wants you to know...

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. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.

Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user's
authority to operate this equipment.

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 receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful:

TV Interference Problems.

This booklet is available from the U.S.

How to Identify and Resolve Radio-

Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C., 20402. Stock No. 004­00398-5.

All external cables connecting to this basic unit need to be shielded. For
cables connecting to option boards, see the option manual or installation
instructions.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.

This equipment is in the 2nd Class category (information equipment to be
used in a residential area or an adjacent area thereto) and conforms to the
standards set by the Voluntary Control Council For Interference by Data
Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at
preventing radio interference in such residential area.

When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio
interference.

Read the instructions for correct handling.
This equipment meets or exceeds requirements for safety in the U.S. (UL

1950), Canada (CSA C22.2 No. 950), and Europe (EN 60950/IEC 950)
with Nordic requirements.

This equipment meets or exceeds the ergonomic requirements of ZH1/618
and is certified to bear the GS mark by TUV Rheinland of Germany.

This equipment has been tested for radio frequency emissions and has
been verified to meet VDE 0871 Class B.

Contents

About This Guide

Introduction.......................................................................................... vii

Audience.............................................................................................. vii

Organization......................................................................................... viii

Conventions......................................................................................... ix

Abbreviations ....................................................................................... x

Special Notices .................................................................................... xii

Related Documentation........................................................................ xiii

1
Introduction

Server Software and Support Documentation....................................... 1-3

Diagnostic Software ............................................................................. 1-4

Server Utilities and Technical Support.................................................. 1-4

Restarting Your Server......................................................................... 1-5

Important Information........................................................................... 1-5

Identifying Model and Serial Numbers .................................................. 1-9

Getting Help......................................................................................... 1-10

2
Server Utilities

Introduction.......................................................................................... 2-1

SCSI

Select

Utility................................................................................. 2-2

RAID Configuration Utility..................................................................... 2-2

Flash Utility .......................................................................................... 2-3

Using EPP3SMC.EXE.......................................................................... 2-4

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Contents

System Configuration Utility (SCU)....................................................... 2-5

Configuring Expansion Boards.......................................................... 2-5

Locating the SCU............................................................................. 2-6

When to Run the SCU...................................................................... 2-7

SCU Keyboard Function Keys .......................................................... 2-7

Starting and Using the SCU.............................................................. 2-8

Configure Your Computer................................................................. 2-9

Adding ISA Expansion Boards...................................................... 2-10

Adding EISA Expansion Boards.................................................... 2-11

Adding PCI Expansion Boards...................................................... 2-12

Relocating Expansion Boards....................................................... 2-14

Setting the Date and Time................................................................ 2-15

Maintain the SCU Diskette................................................................ 2-16

SCU Options.................................................................................... 2-17

System......................................................................................... 2-18

Diskette Drive Group .................................................................... 2-18

Hard Disk Group........................................................................... 2-19

Boot Options Group...................................................................... 2-19

Keyboard Features Group............................................................. 2-20

Serial Port Group.......................................................................... 2-20

Parallel Port Group....................................................................... 2-21

Video Options Group .................................................................... 2-21

Shadow Options Group................................................................. 2-22

Security Options Group................................................................. 2-23

Cache Options Group................................................................... 2-24

Reserved System......................................................................... 2-24

Miscellaneous............................................................................... 2-25

PCI Slot Options Group: (PCI Slots 1-6) ....................................... 2-26

VGA Graphics Controller .............................................................. 2-26

3
Expanding Your Server

Introduction.......................................................................................... 3-1

Tools Needed....................................................................................... 3-1

Static Electricity.................................................................................... 3-2

Disconnect External Devices and Power............................................... 3-2

Removing the Side Panels ................................................................... 3-2

Server Components (Left Side) ............................................................ 3-4

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Server Components (Right Side).......................................................... 3-6

Main Logic Board Components............................................................. 3-8

Remove the CPU Module..................................................................... 3-10

Remove the Memory Module................................................................ 3-12

Installing Additional Server Memory...................................................... 3-14

Memory Configurations..................................................................... 3-16

Installing a SIMM.................................................................................. 3-17

Replacing the Battery/Real Time Clock (RTC)...................................... 3-20

Installing Expansion Boards.................................................................. 3-22

Adding Mass Storage Devices.............................................................. 3-26

SCSI Configuration Guidelines ............................................................. 3-27

SCSI Cables..................................................................................... 3-28

Installing a Half-Height 5¼-Inch Device into the Top-Right Drive Bay 3-28
Installing a Full-Height 5¼-Inch Device into the Top-Right Drive Bay 3-30

Expansion Brackets...................................................................... 3-32

Installing or Replacing a Device Into the Hot-Swap Drive Bay.......... 3-34

SBB LED Status Indicators........................................................... 3-36

Connecting SCSI Devices .................................................................... 3-37

Storage Backplane........................................................................... 3-37

SCSI Drive IDs................................................................................. 3-39

Single Channel SCSI Configuration .................................................. 3-41

Two Channel SCSI Configuration ..................................................... 3-44

Three Channel SCSI Configuration................................................... 3-46

Using Multiple or Multi-Channel SCSI Host Adapters........................ 3-48

External SCSI Bus............................................................................ 3-49

Connecting an External SCSI Storage Box........................................... 3-51

External SCSI Bus Guidelines.............................................................. 3-51

Installing an Optional Power Supply...................................................... 3-53

Installing the Side Covers..................................................................... 3-55

4
Problem Solving and Troubleshooting

Introduction.......................................................................................... 4-1

Initial Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 4-2

Server Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 4-3

Disk Drive Troubleshooting................................................................... 4-7

Monitor Troubleshooting....................................................................... 4-11

CD-ROM Troubleshooting.................................................................... 4-13

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5
Server Security Features

Introduction.......................................................................................... 5-1

Left and Right Door Security Lock........................................................ 5-2

Left and Right Side Panel Lock............................................................. 5-3

Supervisor Password............................................................................ 5-4

If You Forget Your Password................................................................ 5-5

Additional Security Features................................................................. 5-6

A
Technical Specifications

Introduction.......................................................................................... A-1

CPU Specifications............................................................................... A-1

Server Specifications............................................................................ A-2

Performance Specifications.............................................................. A-2

Server Dimensions........................................................................... A-2

Environmental Specifications............................................................ A-3

EISA Expansion Slots .......................................................................... A-3

PCI Local Bus Expansion Slots ............................................................ A-4

Power Supply and Input Power Requirements...................................... A-4

Current Requirements.......................................................................... A-5

Power Cord Requirements ................................................................... A-6

Main Logic Board Jumpers................................................................... A-6

Main Logic Board Jumper Settings ................................................... A-7

B
Server Messages

Introduction.......................................................................................... B-1

POST Messages.................................................................................. B-1

POST and Boot Messages............................................................... B-2

OCP Messages................................................................................ B-5

Beep Codes ......................................................................................... B-7

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C
Caring For Your Server

Introduction.......................................................................................... C-1

Cleaning the Server.............................................................................. C-1

Cleaning the Screen............................................................................. C-1

Cleaning the Mouse.............................................................................. C-2

Moving the Server................................................................................ C-2

Packing the Server........................................................................... C-3

Installing the Server at a New Location............................................. C-3

Figures

Typical Prioris HX Server ........................................................... xiv

1-1. Providing a Comfortable Working Environment........................... 1-8

2-1. SCU Main Menu Options............................................................ 2-8

3-1. Unlocking and Removing the Side Panels................................... 3-3

3-2. Server Components (Left Side) .................................................. 3-5

3-3. Server Components (Right Side)................................................ 3-7

3-4. Main Logic Board Components................................................... 3-9

3-5. CPU Module Removal................................................................ 3-11

3-6. Memory Module Removal........................................................... 3-13

3-7. SIMM Socket Locations and Bank Designations......................... 3-15

3-8. Installing a SIMM........................................................................ 3-19

3-9. Replacing the Battery................................................................. 3-21

3-10. Prioris HX Server Expansion Board Slots .................................... 3-23

3-11. Removing a Metal Filler Plate..................................................... 3-24

3-12. Installing an Expansion Board..................................................... 3-25

3-13. Installing a Half-Height 5¼-Inch Device Into Top-Right Drive Bay 3-29
3-14. Installing a Full-Height 5¼-Inch Device Into Top-Right Drive Bay 3-31

3-15. Installing Expansion Brackets..................................................... 3-33

3-16. Installing a Device Into the Hot-Swap Drive Bay ......................... 3-35

3-17. Storage Backplane..................................................................... 3-38

Contents

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3-18. Single Channel SCSI Configuration ............................................ 3-43

3-19. Two Channel SCSI Configuration ............................................... 3-45

3-20. Three Channel SCSI Configuration............................................. 3-47

3-21. External SCSI Bus Connections................................................. 3-50

3-22. Connecting an External SCSI Storage Box................................. 3-52

3-23. Installing an Optional Power Supply............................................ 3-54

3-24. Installing Side Covers................................................................. 3-55

5-1. Front Panel Security Doors Lock................................................ 5-2

5-2. Left and Right Side Panel Lock................................................... 5-3

A-1. Main Logic Board Jumper Locations............................................ A-9

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About This Guide

Introduction

This guide describes how to operate, upgrade, configure, and
troubleshoot your Prioris HX Server family. This guide will also help to
familiarize you with all aspects of the server and provide a reference tool
for questions you might have in the future.

If you are initially setting up your server, refer to the Installation Guide and
the ServerWORKS Quick Launch program (supplied on a CD-ROM disk).
The Installation Guide identifies all the components that were shipped
from the factory as well as how to connect the mouse, keyboard, monitor,
and ac power. The Installation Guide also shows how to turn your server
on for the first time and access the ServerWORKS Quick Launch program.
You must run the ServerWORKS Quick Launch program to initially
configure your server, create utility and device driver diskettes, and install
an operating system.

For more information, refer to the ServerWORKS Quick Launch Reference
Guide.

Audience

This guide is written specifically for anyone responsible for operating,
configuring, and expanding the Prioris HX Server family.

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About This Guide

Organization

This guide contains the following:

• Chapter 1:
about your server. For example: server software and support
documentation, diagnostic software, server utilities and technical
support, restarting your server, providing a comfortable working
environment, identifying server model and serial numbers, and
learning where to obtain help.

• Chapter 2:
that are supplied on the ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM disk.

• Chapter 3:
unlock and remove the side panels, install or replace main logic board
options, install CPU modules, install memory modules, and mass
storage devices.

Also, refer to your SCSI, RAID, and other options documentation.

• Chapter 4:
describes initial and advanced troubleshooting solutions.

• Chapter 5:
various security features that are available to prevent server or data
theft.

• Appendix A:
operating specifications and main logic board jumper information.

Refer to the User Documentation in Quick Launch for CPU module
information.

Introduction

Server Utilities

Expanding Your Server

Problem Solving and Troubleshooting

Server Security Features

Technical Specifications

—This chapter provides general information

— This chapter describes the server utilities

—This chapter explains how to

—This chapter

—This chapter describes the

—This appendix lists vital server

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• Appendix B:
on self test (POST) and run-time error messages, including
recommended corrective actions.

• Appendix C:
suggestions for cleaning and moving your server.

Server Messages

—This appendix describes the power-

Caring For Your Server

—This appendix provides

Conventions

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Convention
Example

kp

c:\windows>

[Enter] Square brackets surrounding text represents a keyboard

[Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Del] A plus sign indicates that the keys shown should be

1 234 567 Spaces are used in large numbers instead of commas.

Description

An italicized word or phrase represents text or
commands you must enter.

Monospaced text indicates information that your server
or software displays. For example, a directory path or
error message.

key.

pressed at the same time.

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About This Guide

Abbreviations

Abbreviation Meaning

BIOS Basic input/output system
CPU Central processing unit
DMA Direct memory access
DRAM Dynamic random access memory
ECC Error correction code
ECP Extended capabilities port
EISA Extended industry standard architecture
EPP Enhanced parallel port
FRU Field replaceable unit
IDE Integrated drive electronics
h An h suffix to a numerical value denotes hexadecimal

numbers. For example, 0F8h equals 0F8 hexadecimal.
I/O Input/output
ISA Industry standard architecture
MS-DOS
PCI Peripheral component interconnect
POST Power-on self test
RAID Redundant array of independent devices
RAM Random access memory
ROM Read only memory

Microsoft Disk Operating System

continued

x

Abbreviation Meaning

RTC Real-time clock
SBB Storage building block
SCSI Small computer system interface
SCU System Configuration Utility
SIMM Single in-line memory module
VGA Video graphics array
Windows Microsoft Windows application software
ZIF Zero insertion force

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About This Guide

WARNING: indicates the presence of a hazard that can

cause personal injury if the hazard is not avoided.

CAUTION: indicates the presence of a hazard that

might cause damage to hardware or that might corrupt

software.

NOTES: are used to provide additional information.

Special Notices

Three kinds of special notices are used in this guide to emphasize specific
information.

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Related Documentation

An

Installation Guide

provided in this user's guide. Use the Installation Guide to install and
configure your server.

is available as a supplement to the information

About This Guide

A ServerWORKS
ROM disk. This easy-to-use program enables you to install one of several
supported operating systems and provides a single source for all server
documentation, technical support information, diagnostics, and other
related product information.

README files come with your ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM
disk or as printed material. This README information can help you setup,
configure, and operate your server. Digital recommends that you read this
information first.

SCSI, RAID, diagnostics, and other options manuals are also available.

Quick Launch

program comes with your server on a CD-

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About This Guide

DEC00421

Typical Prioris HX Server

NOTE: Your monitor, keyboard, and mouse might look

different.

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1

Introduction

The Prioris HX Server family is a family of high-performance, highly­scaleable network and application servers featuring the latest in modular
CPU and storage technology. Developed using the following state-of-the­art technology, the Prioris HX Servers are the most advanced servers in
their class.

CPU Module

Memory Module

PCI Fast/Wide
SCSI-2 Adaptec
2940W Controller

Integrated Device
Array Storage
Bay

Single (1P) or dual (DP) Intel Pentium processor
mode capable. Both operate using a 64-bit
memory interface and a standard single 256 KB
external cache. All modes support a 32-bit PCI
interface.

One memory module supports two SIMM types.
64-bit parity configuration with eight SIMM sockets
capable of supporting 16 MB to 512 MB of parity
memory or 32 MB to 256 MB of ECC memory.

A single-channel PCI Fast Wide SCSI-2 adapter
board occupies a single PCI option slot in all
servers. Two channel wide and narrow SCSI-2
adapter boards are available as options.

Supports up to seven 3½-inch, wide or narrow
SCSI, hot-swap devices for configuring a mass
storage array using Storage Building Blocks
(SBBs).

1-1

Introduction

RAID Controllers

Expansion Slots

Redundant Fans
and Power
Supply

Operator Control
Panel (OCP)

ServerWORKS
Quick Launch

ServerWORKS
Manager

RAID ready servers enable you to manage data
distribution using multiple disk drives and
specialized array controllers.

Six EISA and six PCI slots with bridge support for
a total of 12 slots for maximum expandability.

For added reliability, your server has redundant
fans for cooling and the option to add a second
power supply.

Back-lit, 16-character LCD display that shows
power-on status messages each time your server
boots. The operator control panel can be lit by
pressing a manual switch on the front bezel.

Enables you to install your operating system and
configure your server from a single CD-ROM disk
application.

Enables a network administrator to monitor critical
PC server statistics and vital CPU component
information necessary to maintain a healthy
network.

The remainder of this chapter provides additional information about your
server’s supplied software and support documentation, restarting your
server, identifying server model and serial numbers, providing a
comfortable working environment, and obtaining help.

NOTE: You might have ordered additional options such as
hard disk drives, tape back-up systems, CD-ROMs, or
modems that have been factory installed in your server. The
documentation and any related diskettes for these options
have also been provided. Save this material for future
reference.

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Server Software and Support Documentation

The following software and support documentation is supplied with your
server:

• ServerWORKS software kit  contains ServerWORKS Quick
Launch and ServerWORKS Manager.

− ServerWORKS Quick Launch contains a bootable CD-ROM

disk and reference guide. The Quick Launch program steps
you through the initial server setup and operating system
installation process.

− ServerWORKS Manager contains the software and

documentation for installing the ServerWORKS Manager
LAN management tool.

Refer to the Installation Guide and the README files on the ServerWORKS
Quick Launch CD-ROM disk for more information.

• Server documentation box  contains this User’s Guide, an
Installation Guide, a Documentation Overview, Warranty
information, a Diagnostics manual, Options manuals, and
Registration Card.

Introduction

1-3

Introduction

Diagnostic Software

Diagnostic software and support documentation came with your server.
This software contains an advanced set of diagnostic utilities that can be
used to identify and correct problems you might encounter when installing,
configuring, or using your server. There are two ways to access the
supplied diagnostic software:

1. During your operating system installation process, the diagnostic
software is automatically copied to a subdirectory on the MS-DOS
partition. This enables you to run the diagnostic software anytime
from the MS-DOS partition you created.

2. Using the Install Software Conventional method in ServerWORKS
Quick Launch, you can create a bootable diagnostic software
diskette. This enables you to run the diagnostic software anytime
using the diskette you created.

For additional information, read any README files that are on the diagnostic
diskette you created.

Server Utilities and Technical Support

The most current server utilities and technical support information is
available on the Quick Launch CD-ROM disk and the Digital Bulletin
Board Service (BBS). For access to the Digital BBS in the USA, dial
[phone].

If you need additional information, access “Service Information” in the
ServerWORKS Quick Launch program that came on your CD-ROM disk.

1-4

Restarting Your Server

Method How to Invoke Action Performed

Introduction

Hard boot Turn the server off, then on, by

pressing the power On/Off
button at the front of the server.

Soft boot Press [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Del]. Does not run memory tests but

Reset Press the Reset button at the

front of the server.

Runs memory tests and clears
all terminate stay resident
programs (TSRs) and memory
registers.

clears all terminate stay
resident programs (TSRs) and
memory registers (operating
system specific).

Same as a hard boot.

Important Information

Under circumstances of poor posture or poor setup, certain recent
scientific articles suggest that injuries may occur. Other articles suggest
that there is no cause and effect. Because the safety of our users is a
great concern, it is important to take these precautions:

• Be comfortable in your work space.

• Change your posture frequently.

• Proceed according to the recommendations in the following table

and figure.

1-5

Introduction

Adjust So . . .

Chair Feet are flat on the floor.

Keyboard or mouse Your wrists are straight and do not bend more than 15

Legs are vertical forming a right angle to the floor.
Your weight is off your thighs and they are horizontal.

Keep the back of your knees away from the seat so
you do not compress the area behind them, which
could restrict the blood flow.

Your upper body is erect and your lower back is
supported with a backrest.

degrees. They may be supported when resting but not
on sharp edges. Type comfortably, with no more key
pressure than needed to feel the contact point.

Upper arms are straight down at your sides, elbows are
close to your sides and support your arm weight.
Forearms are at a 70 degree to 90 degree angle.

If you use a mouse, rest your hand on the mouse so
your wrist is not on the work surface. Operate the
mouse close to your body’s centerline.

continued

1-6

Introduction

Adjust So . . .

Head Avoid neck strain. Your head should incline downward,

but no more than 15 to 20 degrees.

Monitor No higher than the level of your eyes and at the correct

distance for your vision.
Avoid eye fatigue, which can be caused by glare,

image quality, uncomfortable furniture, eye height, and
uncorrected vision. If you cannot focus to read at
different distances, you may need special glasses.
Relax your eyes periodically by looking at distant
objects.

Work breaks Take periodic work breaks. Morning, lunch, and

afternoon breaks during the 8-hour workday meet most
recommendations. Take advantage of work breaks to
move around and do other activities.

Lighting Avoid direct lighting or sunlight on the screen, which

causes glare and reflections. Place lighting behind or to
the side of your work area, and distribute the lighting
evenly on your work area.

Your server’s monitor screen has an antiglare
treatment to reduce glare. Adjust the brightness and
contrast controls as needed.

Noise Keep background noise at a minimum. Background

noise above 65 dBA is tiring. Sound-absorbing
materials (curtains, carpeting, and acoustic tile) can

help reduce background noise.
Temperature 20 to 23 degrees C (68 to 74 degrees F).
Humidity 30% to 70%.
Ventilation Provide adequate air ventilation to avoid fatigue and to

operate the equipment.
Space between set

ups

> 70 cm (28 in.) center to center, preferably

> 152 cm (60 in.).

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Introduction

IMPORTANT: If you experience pain or discomfort

during use of the server, take a rest break and review the
instructions for proper ergonomic setup and use. If the
pain or discomfort continues after resuming use of the
server, discontinue use and report the condition to your
job supervisor or physician.

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DEC00454

Figure 1-1. Providing a Comfortable Working Environment

Identifying Model and Serial Numbers

All model and serial numbers for your server are located on the packing
and shipping papers delivered with your server, plus on the individual
components. The location of serial numbers on hard disk drives,
expansion boards, diskette drives, and external equipment vary from one
manufacturer to another. Accompanying literature with these products
should illustrate or describe the location of model and serial numbers.

NOTE: Digital recommends that you do not record any

internal serial numbers (for example, main logic board, CPU
module, and so on) until there is a need to remove the
server's outside panels.

Take a few moments to record the externally available model and serial
numbers of your server's hardware components and keep this information
in a safe place for future reference.

The model and serial number of the server is recorded on a label attached
to the rear cover. The keys for the left and right security doors and the
side panels have serial numbers engraved on them. For later reference,
the serial number of the main logic board is located on the edge of the
board. The serial number for the CPU module is located on the non­component side near the CPU ZIF socket.

Introduction

1-9

Introduction

Getting Help

If you need help regarding... Refer to the

Installing your server
Support and ordering information Warranty and Service information.
Specific software application

problems or questions

Product information and server
disks

Installation Guide

Operating system documentation,
application software documentation, or
contact the software manufacturer.

On-line information. Run the
ServerWORKS Quick Launch program.

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Server Utilities

Introduction

This chapter describes the utilities supplied with your server. Server
utilities include:

2

• SCSI

• RAID Configuration Utility  This utility is available for RAID-ready

• Flash Utility  This utility enables you to update or restore your

• EPP3SMC.EXE  This utility enables you to configure your

• System Configuration Utility (SCU)  This utility enables you to

Select

settings of the installed Adaptec SCSI controllers and SCSI
devices.

servers only. This utility enables you to configure your RAID array.

server’s BIOS.

server’s parallel port as an enhanced parallel port (EPP).

configure your server when relocating, adding, or removing
EISA/ISA/PCI expansion boards and when changing your server’s
factory-defined BIOS Setup options.

Utility This utility enables you to configure and view

2-1

Server Utilities

SCSI

Select

Your Prioris server comes with an Adaptec 2940W controller and

Select

SCSI
controller settings without opening your server or handling the SCSI
controller board.

Use SCSI

• Check factory default settings for each device on the SCSI bus.

• Change SCSI device settings that might conflict with other SCSI

devices.

• Perform low-level formatting on new SCSI disk drives.
To start the SCSI
Press Ctrl + A when the BIOS banner appears during the boot

process.

Refer to the AHA-2940W User’s Guide for more information on the
SCSISelect configuration utility.

Utility

configuration utility. This utility enables you to change host

Select

to:

Select

configuration utility:

RAID Configuration Utility

RAID-ready Prioris servers include a Mylex RAID controller and RAID
configuration utility. If your RAID controller was factory installed, the RAID
configuration utility appears when you boot your server with the
ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM disk. Use this utility to configure
your RAID array.

Refer to the Mylex User’s Manuals for more information.

2-2

Flash Utility

All servers have BIOS software in a read-only, non-volatile memory (ROM)
chip. This BIOS initializes hardware and boots the operating system when
the server is turned on. The BIOS also provides access to other services
such as keyboard and disk drives.

Your server comes equipped with flash memory. This means that you can
restore your server's BIOS simply by running the flash utility. You can also
upgrade your server's BIOS to future releases by running the flash utility
along with any flash BIOS update diskette if necessary.

Only use the flash utility to upgrade your server’s BIOS if you are
instructed to do so by an authorized Digital support representative. The
flash utility and BIOS updates are available on the Digital Bulletin Board
(BBS).

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Using EPP3SMC.EXE

EPP3SMC.EXE is a device driver that can be accessed from the
ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM disk. This device driver can be
used to configure your parallel port as an enhanced parallel port (EPP).
Before loading this device driver, check the documentation for the device
you want to connect to the parallel port and make sure it supports EPP
mode. If it does not, you do not need to load this device driver. If the
device does support EPP mode, you should:

1. Locate the EPP3SMC.EXE file on the MS-DOS partition you
created during the Quick Launch installation process.

Note the path where your driver is located:

C:\EPP\EPP3SMC.EXE

2. Edit your CONFIG.SYS file to enter the path for EPP3SMC.EXE.
Refer to your MS-DOS documentation for information on editing

your CONFIG.SYS file. For example a line in your CONFIG.SYS
might be:

device=C:\epp3smc.exe

3. Save the new version of your CONFIG.SYS file.

4. Press [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Del] and reboot your server.

5. Run the SCU and choose the Parallel Port Group.

6. Choose EPP mode.

7. Exit the SCU to save the new setting.
Your parallel port is now configured as an EPP port.

System Configuration Utility (SCU)

Your server was pre-configured at the factory using the System
Configuration Utility (SCU). This means that your server’s hardware (CPU,
memory, cache, mass storage devices, expansion boards, etc.) has been
identified and configured for optimum performance. If you need to make
changes to this configuration, Digital recommends that you use the SCU
along with the information provided in this section. You can access the
SCU from your hard disk drive (if you created a MS-DOS partition during
the ServerWORKS Quick Launch installation) or from the SCU diskette
that you created using the ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM disk.

Refer to the

server’s Installation Guide for initial server installation procedures.

ServerWORKS Quick Launch Reference Guide and the

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Configuring Expansion Boards

Each time you add, remove, or relocate any EISA/ISA/PCI expansion
board, you need to run the SCU to identify their operating characteristics,
server resource requirements, and slot locations. Based on this
information, the SCU will then automatically assign the proper server
resources to EISA expansion boards, enable PCI boards, and inform you
as to what jumper or switch settings need to be manually set on ISA
expansion boards to avoid resource conflicts.

The SCU identifies an expansion board’s operating characteristics and
resource requirements through Configuration (.CFG) files. These files
contain main logic board, EISA, PCI, and ISA expansion board vital
characteristics and the server resources they require for proper operation.
If you installed additional EISA expansion boards, make sure you copy the
CFG files (and overlays if applicable) that were supplied with the
expansion boards to either the SCU directory on your hard disk drive or
the SCU diskette that you created before attempting to configure your
server.

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As an added feature, the SCU creates and stores all setup changes in a
System Configuration (.SCI) file. Afterwards, this SCI file can be used on
any Prioris HX Server that is equally configured and can serve as a
backup to the EISA configuration stored in NVRAM memory. The SCI file
is maintained in your SCU directory on your hard disk drive or the SCU
diskette you created and has a default name of SYSTEM.SCI.

Locating the SCU

The SCU is located on your ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM disk.
You can use the SCU in one of three ways:

1. During the Quick Launch boot process, if you selected to create a
MS-DOS partition, the SCU is copied to the MS-DOS partition on
your hard disk drive. This enables you to run the SCU anytime
from the MS-DOS partition.

At the MS-DOS prompt change to the SCU directory and type:

SCU.BAT

2. Using the

Install Software Conventional

method in ServerWORKS
Quick Launch, you can create a bootable SCU diskette. This
enables you to run the SCU anytime using the diskette you
created.

3. You can run the SCU by inserting the Quick Launch CD-ROM disk,
rebooting the server, and pressing the right [ALT] key during the
boot process to display the SCU.

NOTE: If EISA or PCI cards have been added to your

server, the SCU will be invoked automatically when you boot
from the Quick Launch CD-ROM disk. The .SCI file is not
saved when you use this method to run the SCU.

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When to Run the SCU

Always run the SCU each time you add, remove, or relocate ISA, PCI
and/or EISA expansion cards so no two boards use the same server
resources (IRQs, I/O address, memory address, etc.).

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Typically, your server displays a message such as

Utility.....Press F1 to Continue

. If so, you must select how you

Run SCU

want to access and run the SCU.

SCU Keyboard Function Keys

The following table lists the keyboard function keys used to scroll through
the menu screens, and select specific menu items in the SCU.

Keyboard Key Function

[↓] Moves the cursor down one menu item.
[↑] Moves the cursor up one menu item.
[→] Moves the cursor one character to the right.
[←] Moves the cursor one character to the left.
[Enter] Displays the available user-selectable settings for the

highlighted option or selects the highlighted menu item.

[F6] Displays available resources (IRQs, DMAs, I/O ports, or

memory) for the highlighted option.
[F10] Press [F10] to complete a step.
[F1] Displays the selected menu item's help screen.
[Esc] Returns the monitor screen to the previously selected

menu item.

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g

Set Time

y

y

Starting and Using the SCU

The SCU options are shown in Figure 2-1. If this is your first time using the
SCU, it is recommended that you select “Learn About Configuring your
Computer” for detailed information on using the SCU. If this is a subse­quent session, refer to the appropriate sections in this chapter to change
your server’s configuration.

Welcome

Main Menu

Set Date

Learn About Configuring

Your

Maintain

uration

Confi

Create a Backup SCI
Load a Backup SCI

/Update CFG

Cop

/Update SCI

Cop
Delete CFG
Delete SCI
Return to the Main

Step 1: Important EISA Configuration
Step 2: Add or Remove
Step 3: View or Edit
Step 4: Examine Required
Step 5: Save and

Configure
Computer

Figure 2-1. SCU Main Menu Options

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To start and use the SCU:

1. Turn on your server and allow the POST to complete.
If POST detects an error refer to Appendix B, “Server Messages,”

and take the appropriate steps to correct the problem. After the
problem has been resolved, restart the server.

2. Start the SCU from the MS-DOS partition or insert the SCU
diskette into drive A and soft boot (reset) your server.

3. Press [Enter] to display the SCU introductory screen.

NOTE: The SCU contains help pop-up screens for any

selected menu item. Press [F1] at anytime to display a help
screen. Press [Esc] to remove a help screen.

4. If no configuration errors appear, the Welcome screen displays.
Press [Enter] to display the Main menu.
If a configuration error appears, the Welcome screen displays

information about the error and tells you to reconfigure your server.

5. Step through the menu items to familiarize yourself with the SCU.
Press F1 from any SCU menu for help.

Configure Your Computer

This option provides step-by-step instructions on how to configure your
server when adding, removing, or relocating expansion boards and when
changing operating parameters (BIOS Setup options). If you are
accessing this menu item for the first time, it is recommended that you
follow the “Configure Your Computer” menu options in order. If this is a
subsequent session, refer to the appropriate menu item to update your
server’s configuration.

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Adding ISA Expansion Boards

Perform the following steps to add ISA expansion boards to your server
configuration:

1. Start the SCU from the MS-DOS partition or insert the SCU
diskette into drive A and soft boot (reset) your server.

2. From the Configure Your Computer menu, select “Step 2:
Adding and Removing Boards,” and update the list of expansion
boards and options to include any ISA expansion boards you are
going to install in your server.

3. Select “Step 4: Examine Required Switches,” to check the required
switch and jumper settings of the ISA expansion boards.

4. Select “Step 5: Save and Exit,” to save your configuration and exit
the SCU.

5. Turn off your server and install the ISA expansion boards,
manually setting the necessary switches and jumpers.

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Adding EISA Expansion Boards

Perform the following steps to add EISA expansion boards to your server
configuration:

1. Turn off your server and install the EISA expansion boards.

Refer to Chapter 3, “Expanding Your Server,” for detailed instructions on
installing expansion boards.

2. Start the SCU from the MS-DOS partition or insert the SCU
diskette into drive A and soft boot (reset) your server.

After your server boots, the following message appears:

EISA Configuration Error - Run Configuration
Utility

This indicates that the EISA configuration changed since the last
time the configuration was saved.

3. Press [Enter] to display the SCU main menu and then [Enter] again
to continue.

The SCU requests that you load all appropriate .CFG files for the
newly installed EISA expansion boards. Afterwards, the SCU
displays the Configure Your Computer menu.

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4. From the Configure Your Computer menu, select “Step 3:
View or Edit Details,” to verify that all EISA expansion boards were
installed and configured correctly.

NOTE: An EISA expansion board might require an IRQ to

be set. If so, select that board and choose an IRQ from the
list provided. This list displays IRQs that are either not
assigned or can be re-assigned. If you select an IRQ that
conflicts with another expansion board in your server, a
menu appears informing you of the expansion board that is
in conflict, its current settings, and the settings that will
change if you choose to set that IRQ.

5. Select “Step 5: Save and Exit,” to save your configuration and exit
the SCU.

Adding PCI Expansion Boards

CAUTION: Before installing a PCI video expansion board:

1. Make sure you follow the instructions given below to set
the PCI slot to

2. Disable onboard video. To disable onboard video, move
the onboard VGA jumper (J17) to the Disabled
position (Refer to Appendix A).

3. Install the PCI video card.

4. Make sure you switch the video signal cable from the
onboard video connector to the connector on the PCI
video expansion board.

Failure to do so might cause your PCI video card and/or
server to operate incorrectly.

One IRQ Required

.

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Perform the following steps to add PCI expansion boards to your server
configuration:

1. Turn off your server and install the PCI expansion boards. Note
which slots the PCI expansion boards were installed into.

Refer to Chapter 3, “Expanding Your Server,” for detailed instructions on
installing expansion boards.

2. Start the SCU from the MS-DOS partition or insert the SCU
diskette into drive A and soft boot (reset) your server.

3. Press [Enter] to display the SCU welcome screen and then [Enter]
again to continue.

4. From the Configure Your Computer menu, select “Step 3:
View or Edit Details”.

5. Highlight the appropriate PCI slot Options Group for each
installed PCI expansion board then select PCI Interrupt and
set it to One IRQ Required.

Press [F6] to display the IRQ currently assigned and + or - to scroll
through the remaining un-assigned IRQs to select the one you
want.

NOTE: At any time you can view IRQ, DMA, and memory

assignments while in the SCU by selecting [F7], the “View
Additional System Information” menu. From this menu,
select either Used Resources or Available
Resources.

6. Select “Step 5: Save and Exit,” to save your configuration and exit
the SCU.

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Relocating Expansion Boards

Perform the following steps before relocating an ISA expansion board and
after relocating an EISA or PCI expansion board.

1. Start the SCU from the MS-DOS partition or insert the SCU
diskette into drive A and soft boot (reset) your server.

2. Press [Enter] to display the SCU main menu and then [Enter] again
to continue.

3. From the Configure Your Computer menu, select “Step 2:
Adding and Removing Boards”.

4. Highlight the expansion board you want to relocate, press [Enter],
and then follow the instructions displayed on your monitor screen.

5. Select “Step 5: Save and Exit,” to save your configuration and exit
the SCU.

If there are no resource conflicts, the new configuration information
is saved to the .SCI file. If there is a conflict, you must resolve it
before you can complete your server’s configuration.

NOTE: If you run the SCU from the ServerWORKS Quick

Launch CD-ROM disk, the .SCI file is not saved. To save the
.SCI file, you need to rerun the SCU from either your hard
disk drive or from the SCU diskette you created.

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Setting the Date and Time

Use these two SCU options to reset the date and time maintained by your
server’s battery. Note that it might be faster to change the date and time
using the BIOS Setup options.

To access this menu item:

1. Start the SCU from the MS-DOS partition or insert the SCU
diskette into drive A and soft boot (reset) your server.

2. Press [Enter] to display the SCU main menu.

3. Configure your server for the current date and time by selecting the
Set Date and Set Time options.

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Maintain the SCU Diskette

Select this option to maintain Configuration (CFG) files and System
Configuration Information (SCI) files. The following menu options are
available:

• Create a backup SCI file

• Load a backup SCI file

• Copy/update CFG files

• Copy/update SCI files

• Delete CFG files

• Delete SCI files

• Return to the Main Menu

To access this menu item:

1. Start the SCU from the MS-DOS partition or insert the SCU
diskette into drive A and soft boot (reset) your server.

2. Press [Enter] to display the SCU main menu.

3. Highlight the appropriate Maintain the SCU Diskette option,
Press [Enter], and then follow the instructions displayed on your
monitor screen.

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SCU Options

The following tables list the options that are available in the SCU (View or
Edit details). Use the keyboard function keys to help you select options,
change values, and display help information.

NOTE: The server also has a BIOS Setup utility available to

change your server’s BIOS settings. Although the BIOS
Setup utility is separate from the SCU, the SCU will
automatically update the BIOS settings. In most cases, your
server will operate according to the most recent changes
regardless of which utility you use to make changes.
However, Digital recommends that you use the SCU to
configure your server each time you add hardware, remove
hardware, or change server settings to ensure that your
server operates properly.

The following menu fields might not reflect current BIOS or
SCU revisions. Refer to the BIOS Setup utility screens, the
SCU, and any associated on-line help for more information.

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If you need to access the BIOS Setup utility:

1. Reboot your server.

2. After the POST has successfully completed, press [F2] to access
Setup.

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System

Menu Fields Settings Comments

System
processor type

Not user
selectable

Displays the installed processor type.

System
processor clock

System base
memory

System
extended
memory

System BIOS Not user

Not user
selectable

Not user
selectable

Not user
selectable

selectable

Diskette Drive Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Onboard
diskette
controller

Diskette drive A
Diskette drive B

Enabled
Disabled

1.44 MB, 3½

2.88 MB, 3½
Not Installed
360 KB, 5¼

1.2 MB, 5¼
720 KB, 3½

Displays the installed processor clock speed.

Displays the amount of base (conventional)
memory each time your server boots.

Displays the amount of extended memory
each time your server boots.

Displays the current BIOS version.

Enables or disables the onboard diskette
controller.

Sets the size and density of diskette drives.

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Exchange
diskette drives

Diskette write
protection

Disabled
Enabled

Disabled
Enabled

Enables you to logically exchange physical
diskette drive designation.

Enables or disables the selected diskette
drive’s write protect option.

Hard Disk Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Hard drive 1 Not installed Your server does not support IDE hard disk

Hard drive 2 Not installed Your server does not support IDE hard disk

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drives.

drives.

Large disk
access mode

DOS
Other

Select DOS if you have MS-DOS installed.

Other if you have another operating

Select
system installed.

A large disk drive constitutes one that has
more than 1024 cylinders, 16 heads, or 63
tracks per sector.

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Boot Options Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Boot option A: then C:

C: then A:
C: only

Each time your server boots, it will load your
operating system from the sequence selected.

SETUP prompt Enabled

Disabled

POST errors Enabled

Disabled

Floppy check Enabled

Disabled

Summary
screen

Enabled
Disabled

Enables or disables the <F2> setup prompt
each time your server boots.

Enabling this option causes your server to
pause and display a setup entry or resume
the boot prompt if an error occurs at boot.

Disabling this option causes your server to
always attempt to boot regardless of a setup
entry or error.

Enabling this option causes your server to
verify the diskette type each time your server
boots.

Disabling this option speeds up the boot
process.

Enabling this option causes your server to
display configuration parameters (in the form
of a summary screen) during boot.

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Keyboard Features Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Numlock Auto

Off
On

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Selects the keyboard option.

Keyclick Disabled

Keyboard auto­repeat rate

Keyboard auto­repeat delay

Serial Port Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Serial port 1 Auto

Serial port 2 Auto

Enabled
30/sec

2/sec
6/sec
10/sec

13.3/sec

18.5/sec

21.8/sec

26.7/sec
1/2 sec

3/4 sec
1 sec
1/4 sec

Disabled
3F8, IRQ 4
2F8, IRQ 3
3E8, IRQ4
2E8, IRQ3

Disabled
3F8, IRQ 4
2F8, IRQ 3
3E8, IRQ4
2E8, IRQ3

Enables or disables the audible key click
feature.

Sets the number of times a second to repeat
a keystroke while you hold the key down.

Sets the delay time after a key is held down
before it begins to repeat a keystroke.

Enables or disables onboard serial port 1 at
the specified address.

Note: If your server is connected to a
network, see your System Administrator.

Enables or disables onboard serial port 2 at
the specified address.

Note: If your server is connected to a
network, see your System Administrator.

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Parallel Port Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Parallel port 1 378, IRQ 7

278, IRQ 5
Auto
Disabled
3BC, IRQ 7

Parallel port
mode

EPP 1.7
EPP 1.9

ECP Sets the extended capabilities port mode.
Compatible

mode
Bi-directional

mode

Video Options Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Video type EGA / VGA

CGA 80x25
Monochrome

Enables or disables the onboard port at the
specified address.

Sets the enhanced parallel port mode.

Compatible mode - standard printer
connection.

Bi-directional mode - PS/2 compatible mode
and able to receive data.

Sets the video controller type.

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Shadow Options Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Shadow video
BIOS ROM

Enabled
Disabled

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Enables or disables your server’s shadow
video ROM option.

Shadow 16K at:
C8000h
CC000h
D0000h
D4000h
D8000h
DC000h
DFFFFh

Enabled
Disabled

Allows you to enable or disable shadowing
and caching of individual segments of ROM to
increase server performance.

Caution: Some option ROMs do not operate
properly when shadowed.

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Security Options Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Supervisor password Press

[Enter]

Enables you to set a supervisor password.

Password on boot Enabled

Disabled

Diskette access Supervisor

User

Fixed disk boot sector Normal

Write protect

Network server Disabled

Enabled

System backup
reminder

Virus check reminder Disabled

Disabled
Daily
Weekly
Monthly

Daily
Weekly
Monthly

Enables or disables the enter password on
boot option.

Note: This option requires prior setting of
the supervisor password.

Enables you to control who has access to
diskette drives.

Enables you to write protect the boot sector
on your hard disk drive.

This option keeps your server from being
accessed during network operation.

Enables or disables the system backup
reminder message.

Enables or disables the virus check
reminder message.

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Cache Options Group

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Internal cache Enabled

Disabled

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Enables or disables your server's internal
cache.

External cache Enable

Cache system
BIOS ROM

Cache video
ROM

Reserved System

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Reserved
system
resources

Enables or disables your server's external

Disable
Enabled

Disabled
Enabled

Disabled

Not user selectable Displays the current configuration file and

cache.
Enables or disables caching control of the

system BIOS system area.
Enables or disables caching control of the

video BIOS area.

overlay version.

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Miscellaneous

Menu Fields Settings Comments

Mouse port Disabled

PCI arbiter
priority

Enabled
System default

Pure rotating
EISA slots
PCI slots 4-6
CPU
PCI slot 1
PCI slot 2
PCI slot 3

Enables or disables the mouse port.

Selects the PCI arbiter priority scheme. Select
“System Default” for optimal setting.

Select “Pure Rotating” or a device with the
highest priority if absolutely needed.

OCP saver
timer

OCP backlight On

5 minutes
15 minutes
30 minutes
Disabled

Off

Selects disabling or a timer value.
If a keyboard and mouse remains inactive for

the specified time, the OCP will be set to an
OFF state to increase the life of the OCP.

Selects the power-on state of the OCP
backlight.

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PCI Slot Options Group: (PCI Slots 1-6)

Menu Fields Settings Comments

PCI slot #
INTA
INTD
INTB
INTC

None
One IRQ required

Enables you to set an interrupt for an
installed PCI expansion board.

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PCI slot #
default latency
timer

PCI slot #
device latency
timer

Yes
No

40h through 38H Enables you to set a specific latency timer

VGA Graphics Controller

Menu Fields Settings Comments

VGA
accelerator

Vertical retrace
interrupt

Not installed
Graphics:

color and mono
color
mono

Text:
color and mono
color
mono

Interrupt disabled
Interrupt enabled

Enables you to use or not use the minimum
latency required by a PCI expansion board.

in units of PCI clocks for a PCI expansion
board.

Enables you to set your onboard video
controller to operate in graphics or text
mode.

Enables or disables an interrupt for your
video’s vertical retrace capabilities.

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Introduction

The following information will help you install, replace, or modify the
following hardware:

• CPU module

• Memory modules

• Server battery/real-time clock (RTC)

• Optional EISA and PCI local bus expansion boards

• Mass storage devices

• Redundant power supply

Tools Needed

• A Phillips screwdriver

• An antistatic wrist strap (recommended, but not required)

3

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Static Electricity

Static electricity collects on non-conductors such as paper, cloth, or
plastic. A static discharge can be damaging even though you often cannot
see or feel it. To prevent damage to circuit boards and/or components:

• Before touching any circuit board or component, touch the metal

frame of your server to discharge any static electricity.

• Keep circuit boards and components away from non-conductors.

• Keep clothing away from circuit boards and components.

• Keep circuit boards in anti-static bags.

Disconnect External Devices and Power

Before removing the side panels, perform the following:

1. Turn off power to all external devices connected to server.

2. Turn server off.

3. Unplug power cord from wall outlet.

4. Disconnect power cord and monitor cord from server.

Removing the Side Panels

To remove the side panels, perform the following:

WARNING: Removing the side panels activates two
interlock switches located at the top-left and top-right of
your server. These switches turn off power to your
server. You might injure yourself or damage your server if
you attempt to bypass these switches.

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1. Unlock side panels.

2. Slide panels to rear of server.

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Figure 3-1. Unlocking and Removing the Side Panels

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Server Components (Left Side)

Figure Legend Component

A Operator control panel
B 6 EISA expansion slots
C Primary PCI 32-bit local bus expansion slots
D CPU module
E Main logic board
F Memory module
G 3½-inch diskette drive
H Front access 5¼-inch or 3½-inch half-height drive

bays
I CD-ROM drive bay
J Integral hot-swap device bay (slots 0 through 6 from

top to bottom)
K Cooling fans
L Interlock switch
M Power, OCP, and reset buttons
N Security keylock
O Casters
P Power indicator
Q Secondary PCI 32-bit local bus expansion slots
R Brake
S Redundant fans

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I

G

L

H

Q
E

F
C

B

N

O

D

K

S

P

A

M

R

J

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Figure 3-2. Server Components (Left Side)

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Server Components (Right Side)

Figure Legend Component

A Keylock
B SCSI knockouts (back panel)
C Keyboard and mouse ports
D Parallel port
E Video port
F Serial ports
G AC power plug
H AC power out/monitor plug
I Optional fan or redundant power supply area
J Power interlock switch
K Power supply
L Storage backplane SCSI terminator
M Storage backplane
N Jumper cable
O Power plug
P 68-pin connector

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C
D

A

B

B

E

B

P

O

N

M

L

K

J

I

G

H

F

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Figure 3-3. Server Components (Right Side)

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Main Logic Board Components

Figure Legend Components

A 5 V dc power supply connector
B Diskette drive connector
C Mouse and keyboard connections
D Serial port connections
E Parallel port and video connections
F Six EISA expansion slots
G Primary PCI expansion slots (1, 2, and 3)
H Flash ROM BIOS
I Dedicated CPU module connector
J Dedicated memory module connector
K Real-time clock/server battery
L 3.3 V dc power connector
M Secondary PCI expansion slots (4, 5, and 6)
N Video BIOS

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B

M

4
5
6

A

L

C

E

J

D

I

1

G

F

2
3

1
2
3
4
5
6

H

N

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K

Figure 3-4. Main Logic Board Components

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Remove the CPU Module

To remove the CPU module:

1. Turn off your server.

2. Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3. Unlock and remove left side panel.

4. Remove CPU module retaining bracket.

5. Carefully remove CPU module from main logic board.

Refer to the User Documentation in Quick Launch for CPU module
information.

6. Replace CPU module and retaining bracket.

7. Replace and lock left side panel.

NOTE: Your server will not power up with the side panel

removed.

8. Connect external devices and restore power.

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Figure 3-5. CPU Module Removal

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Remove the Memory Module

To remove the memory module:

1. Turn off your server.

2. Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3. Unlock and remove left side panel.

4. Remove memory module retaining bracket.

5. Carefully remove memory module from main logic board.

6. Install a higher performance memory module or add additional
server memory on existing memory module.

Refer to “Installing Additional Server Memory,” for more information.

7. Replace memory module retaining bracket.

8. Replace and lock left side panel.

9. Connect external devices and restore power.

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Figure 3-6. Memory Module Removal

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Installing Additional Server Memory

Adding more memory allows your server to run larger, more complicated
software and run it quicker.

Your server will support up to 512 MB of parity memory and 256 MB of
ECC memory using SIMM sockets 0 through 7.

NOTE: You cannot mix ECC memory and parity memory.

Your server comes with at least 16 MB of memory. When adding
additional memory make sure you:

• Install 36-bit SIMMs having an access time of 70 ns or less.

• Fill two sockets at a time using the same SIMM size, type, and

speed
(4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, and 64 MB densities are available for
parity memory. 16 MB and 32 MB densities are available for ECC
memory.).

• Fill sockets 0 and 1 before sockets 2 and 3, sockets 0 through 3

before sockets 4 and 5, and sockets 0 through 5 before sockets 6
and 7.

Refer to “Memory Configurations” for a list of SIMM combinations supported
by your
detailed instructions on installing SIMMs.

Prioris

HX Server family computer and to “Installing a SIMM” for

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0
1

2
3
4
5
6
7

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Figure 3-7. SIMM Socket Locations and Bank Designations

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2

6

4 MB

4 MB

8 MB

4 MB

8 MB

8 MB

16 MB

8 MB

16 MB

4 MB

8 MB

8 MB

16 MB

32 MB

16 MB

4 MB

16 MB

32 MB

8 MB

8 MB

16 MB

32 MB

16 MB

16 MB

32 MB

16 MB

32 MB

64 MB

32 MB

64 MB

4 MB

64 MB

32 MB

64 MB

Memory Configurations

01

4 MB 4 MB
8 MB 8 MB 16 MB
4 MB 4 MB
4 MB 4 MB
4 MB 4 MB
8 MB 8 MB
16 MB 16 MB 32 MB
4 MB 4 MB
4 MB 4 MB
8 MB 8 MB
8 MB 8 MB
4 MB 4 MB
4 MB 4 MB
8 MB 8 MB
16 MB 16 MB
32 MB 32 MB 64 MB
4 MB 4 MB
4 MB 4 MB
4 MB 4 MB
8 MB 8 MB
8 MB 8 MB
4 MB 4 MB
8 MB 8 MB
16 MB 16 MB
16 MB 16 MB
4 MB 4 MB
8 MB 8 MB
32 MB 32 MB
16 MB 16 MB
64 MB 64 MB 128 MB
4 MB 4 MB
4 MB 4 MB
8 MB 8 MB
8 MB 8 MB
4 MB 4 MB
16 MB 16 MB
16 MB 16 MB

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4 MB 16 MB
4 MB 4 MB 4 MB 24 MB

8 MB 24 MB
4 MB 8 MB 8 MB 32 MB
8 MB 32 MB

8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 40 MB
16 MB 40 MB
8 MB 8 MB 8 MB 48 MB
16 MB 48 MB
4 MB 16 MB 16 MB 48 MB
8 MB 16 MB 16 MB 56 MB
8 MB 16 MB 16 MB 64 MB
16 MB 64 MB

32 MB 72 MB
16 MB 16 MB 16 MB 72 MB
4 MB 32 MB 32 MB 80 MB
16 MB 16 MB 16 MB 80 MB
32 MB 80 MB
8 MB 32 MB 32 MB 88 MB
8 MB 32 MB 32 MB 96 MB
16 MB 16 MB 16 MB 96 MB
32 MB 96 MB
16 MB 32 MB 32 MB 104 MB
16 MB 32 MB 32 MB 112 MB
32 MB 128 MB
16 MB 32 MB 32 MB 128 MB

32 MB 32 MB 32 MB 136 MB
64 MB 136 MB
32 MB 32 MB 32 MB 144 MB
64 MB 144 MB
4 MB 4 MB 4 MB
32 MB 32 MB 32 MB 160 MB
64 MB 160 MB

7 Total

64 MB 152 MB

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2

6

8 MB

64 MB

32 MB

64 MB

16 MB

64 MB

32 MB

32 MB

64 MB

4 MB

64 MB

8 MB

64 MB

32 MB

64 MB

64 MB

64 MB

64 MB

64 MB

01

8 MB 8 MB
32 MB 32 MB
32 MB 32 MB
16 MB 16 MB
32 MB 32 MB
32 MB 32 MB
4 MB 4 MB
8 MB 8 MB
32 MB 32 MB
32 MB 32 MB
64 MB 64 MB

Only 16 MB and 32 MB densities are available for ECC memory modules.

345

8 MB 8 MB 8 MB
32 MB 32 MB 32 MB 192 MB
64 MB 192 MB
16 MB 16 MB 16 MB
32 MB 32 MB 32 MB
64 MB 64 MB 64 MB 256 MB
4 MB 64 MB 64 MB
8 MB 64 MB 64 MB
32 MB 32 MB 32 MB
64 MB 64 MB 64 MB
64 MB 64 MB 64 MB

7 Total

64 MB 176 MB

64 MB 224 MB
32 MB 256 MB

64 MB 272 MB
64 MB 288 MB
64 MB 320 MB
64 MB 448 MB
64 MB 512 MB

Installing a SIMM

To install a SIMM, perform the following:

1. Turn off your server.

2. Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3. Unlock and remove left side panel.

4. Remove memory module retaining bracket and memory module.

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5. Install SIMM into socket on memory module at a 45 degree angle
away from edge connector.

Make sure notch is oriented as shown (A, Figure 3-8). Rock SIMM
gently until it completely engages bottom of socket. Tip SIMM
upright until both retaining clips engage (B, C, Figure 3-8).

6. Replace memory module and retaining bracket.

7. Replace and lock left side panel.

8. Connect external devices and restore power.

9. Run SCU to configure server for additional memory.

Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Utilities.”

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A

B

C

A
B

Figure 3-8. Installing a SIMM

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Replacing the Battery/Real Time Clock (RTC)

Your server's battery runs the server clock and retains any setup
information when it is turned off. If your server ever fails to retain the
correct date, time, or configuration settings when it is turned on, you need
to replace your server’s battery (Part Number 21-39151-01).

To replace the battery, perform the following:

1. Turn off your server.

2. Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3. Unlock and remove left side panel.

4. Remove old battery.

WARNING: Depending on your locality, your server’s

battery might be considered hazardous waste. Make sure
you follow any state or local statute to properly dispose of
the old battery.

5. Install new battery. Make sure pin 1 of the battery is aligned with
pin one on the socket (A, Figure 3-9).

6. Replace and lock left side panel.

7. Connect external devices and restore power.

8. Run the SCU to reconfigure server.

Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Utilities.”

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A

Figure 3-9. Replacing the Battery

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Installing Expansion Boards

Your Prioris HX Server contains 12 expansion board slots. Six of the slots
support industry-standard 32-bit EISA expansion boards. The remaining
six expansion slots support 32-bit PCI local bus expansion boards. This
enables your server to deliver maximum performance by using a faster
data path for greater computing speed. It also improves the expandability
of your server.

Expansion Slot Designation Description

EISA slots 1 through 6 Supports industry-standard 32-bit

EISA expansion boards
PCI slots 1 through 3 (primary)
PCI slots 4 through 6

(secondary)

Some PCI expansion boards might need to be installed in a primary PCI slot.

Supports bus mastering 32-bit PCI

expansion boards

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PCI Slo t 4
PCI Slo t 5
PCI Slo t 6

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PCI Slo t 1
PCI Slo t 2

PCI Slo t 3
EISA Slo t 1
EISA Slo t 2
EISA Slo t 3
EISA Slo t 4
EISA Slo t 5
EISA Slo t 6

Figure 3-10. Prioris HX Server Expansion Board Slots

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To install an EISA or PCI local bus expansion board:

NOTE: Read and fully understand your optional expansion
board's documentation before installing it.

1. Turn off your server.

2. Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3. Unlock and remove left side panel.

4. Unscrew and remove metal filler plate from selected expansion
slot.

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Figure 3-11. Removing a Metal Filler Plate

5. Insert new expansion board into socket.

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Push expansion board firmly into place.

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Figure 3-12. Installing an Expansion Board

6. Secure expansion board to slot with screw removed in step 4.

7. Replace and lock left side panel.

8. Connect external devices and restore power.

9. Run SCU to configure server.

Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Utilities.”

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Adding Mass Storage Devices

Your server has three drive bay areas. Mass storage devices such as
SCSI hard disk drives, floppy diskette drives, SCSI CD-ROM drives, and
SCSI tape backup systems are installed in these drive bay areas. The
three drive bay areas are:

• Left-front access drive bay area—This area has one 5¼-inch SCSI

CD-ROM drive and one 3½-inch diskette drive (standard on all Prioris
HX Servers).

• Top-right front access drive bay area—This area has room for two

wide
(68-pin) or narrow (50-pin) 5¼-inch or 3½-inch half-height SCSI
devices or one full-height, 5¼-inch device .

• Lower-right front access drive bay area—This area has room for

seven
3½-inch, wide or narrow Fast SCSI-2, hot-swap devices.

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SCSI Configuration Guidelines

Your server configuration, SCSI adapter(s), and all SCSI devices must
work together for optimum performance. When installing SCSI devices,
use the following guidelines:

• The last physical SCSI devices on each end of the SCSI bus must
be terminated. Your server is supplied with the necessary cables
and terminators. If your SCSI device came with terminators
installed, you must remove or disable the terminator from the
device before you complete the installation.

Refer to your SCSI device’s manufacturer documentation for the terminator
location.

• Each SCSI device (including the SCSI host adapter) must be
configured with a unique ID number. SCSI host adapters usually
default to ID 7. The SCSI CD-ROM drive defaults to ID 5. Use the
remaining IDs 0 through 4 and 6 (narrow and wide adapters) and 8
through 15 (wide adapters only) to configure hard disk drives and
other SCSI devices. Hard disk drives should be configured to start
with SCSI ID 0 and the lower ID numbers. Also, note that the
storage backplane has pre-configured ID settings.

Refer to “SCSI Drive IDs” later in this chapter.

• SCSI device drivers are required to operate your SCSI devices.
Your SCSI device drivers are located on the supplied CD-ROM
disk. You can copy these SCSI device drivers onto diskettes using
the ServerWORKS Quick Launch program on the CD-ROM disk.

Refer to the Adaptec 7800 Family Manager Set User’s Guide for more
information.

• Use the SCSI

Select

configuration utility to check or change SCSI

device settings.

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SCSI Cables

Your server is supplied with the following cables:

• One wide (68-pin) five connector cable assembly. This cable
assembly includes:

− One wide 68-pin connector to connect to the SCSI host

adapter.

− Three wide-to-narrow adapters to connect the narrow (50-

pin) CD-ROM drive and the two 5.25” bay devices for SCSI
operation.

− One wide (68-pin) connector to connect the SCSI host

adapter to Channel A of the hot-swap backplane (if
required). A cable terminator is supplied if this connector is
not used to connect to Channel A.

• One 68-pin-to-68-pin jumper cable to connect the two hot-swap
backplane segments together to make a single SCSI channel.

• Two 68-pin internal terminators (one for channel A and one for
channel B).

• One additional wide cable with two 68-pin unsheilded connectors.
This cable is used to split the storage backplane.

Installing a Half-Height 5¼-Inch Device into the Top-Right Drive Bay

To install a half-height 5¼-inch device into one of the top-right drive bay
slots, perform the following:

1. Turn off your server.

2. Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3. Unlock and remove side panels.

4. Unlock and open door.

5. Remove plastic filler panel by pushing it out from inside server.

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6. Remove bracket from drive bay (inside, left) and attach it to device.

7. Insert device into drive bay slot from front.

8. Secure device to slot using supplied mounting screws.

9. If applicable, replace plastic filler panel.

Refer to “Connecting SCSI Devices.”

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Figure 3-13. Installing a Half-Height 5¼-Inch Device Into Top-Right Drive Bay

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Installing a Full-Height 5¼-Inch Device into the Top-Right Drive Bay

To install a full-height 5¼-inch device into the top-right drive bay slots,
perform the following:

1. Turn off your server.

2. Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.

3. Unlock and remove side panels.

4. Unlock and open door.

5. Remove both plastic filler panels by pushing them out from inside
server.

6. Remove bottom brackets from inside of drive bay and attach them
to device.

7. Remove divider bracket from right side of drive bay (A, Figure 3-

14).

8. Insert device into drive bay from front.

9. Secure device using the four supplied mounting screws.

10. Replace plastic filler panels.

Refer to “Connecting SCSI Devices.”

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A

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Figure 3-14. Installing a Full-Height 5¼-Inch Device Into Top-Right Drive Bay

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Expansion Brackets

You can install 3½-inch half-height devices in the top-right drive bay. If you
plan to install a 3½-inch device in a 5¼-inch drive bay slot, you must first
install expansion brackets onto the device. Expansion brackets are either
supplied with the device or can be purchased from Digital. Contact your
local Digital sales representative for additional information.

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Figure 3-15. Installing Expansion Brackets

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Installing or Replacing a Device Into the Hot-Swap Drive Bay

Hot-swapping allows you to remove or install an SBB while the server re­mains on-line and active eliminating interference with the server’s opera­tion. For SBBs, you can use the hot-swap method to replace a device
providing that the device is not active (green activity LED is off).

NOTE: Not all SCSI host adapters support the hot-swap

method. Refer to your SCSI host adapter documentation to
determine if the hot-swap method is supported.

Also, you might need to reconfigure your server to recog­nize the devices you installed.

Use the following procedure to install or replace an SBB:

1. Unlock and open right side door.

2. Remove filler panel or SBB by pressing the two tabs together to
pull filler panel or SBB out (A, Figure 3-16).

3. Insert new SBB into the guide slots and push it in until it is fully
seated and the mounting tabs engage the shelf.

4. Close and lock door.

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2

Figure 3-16. Installing a Device Into the Hot-Swap Drive Bay

A

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SBB LED Status Indicators

The hot-swap backplane monitors shelf status to identify error conditions
or failures. This status is displayed on the SBB LEDs. The left LED
displays the device activity status and the right LED displays the fault
status.

• The left LED (green) is the activity status LED and is on or flashing
when the SBB is active.

CAUTION: For non-RAID servers, removing a SBB when

the left LED is on or flashing can cause the loss or
corruption of data.

• For RAID servers, the right LED (amber) is the SBB fault LED and
indicates an error condition when it is either on or flashing.

SBB Status LEDs

Activity Status
LED

On Off Device is operating properly
Flashing Off Device is operating properly
Off Off Device is inactive and operating

On On Fault status, device is hung.

Off On Fault status, device is inactive

On Flashing Fault status, device is active and

Fault Status
LED

Indication

normally. There is no fault.

Replace SBB.

and spun down. Replace SBB.

spinning down due to a fault.

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Connecting SCSI Devices

Your server supports up to 10 internal SCSI devices. Additional SCSI de­vices can be added to your server by using an EISA- or PCI-based SCSI
host adapter installed in an available expansion slot in conjunction with an
external SCSI expansion box.

Storage Backplane

Your storage backplane supports seven hot-swap devices split between
two SCSI bus sections (see Figure 3-17). SCSI bus A and SCSI bus B.
SCSI bus A is the upper section and consists of four SCSI device connec­tions. SCSI bus B is the lower bus section and consists of three SCSI de­vice connections. These buses can be configured as two independent
SCSI buses or as one SCSI bus by installing a wide SCSI jumper cable.
Figures 3-18 through 3-20 show the available cable configurations.

Contact your Digital sales representative for ordering information about SCSI
cables and devices.

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Figure Legend Description

A Wide SCSI connectors
B Narrow SCSI connectors
C Power connectors
J181 (W1, W2, and W3) SCSI ID jumper block

A
B

C

B

J181

W1

W2

W3

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Figure 3-17. Storage Backplane

A
B

C

B

A

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SCSI Drive IDs

SCSI bus device addresses are automatically assigned in the hot-swap
drive bay depending on the slot number in which they are installed. The
address jumper on the storage backplane is used to override the default
addresses. The default settings are listed in the following table and can be
set manually to different addresses at your option. The storage backplane
can be configured as two separate SCSI buses or as a single SCSI bus
using a jumper cable. Note that:

• The SCSI ID addressing is independent of the single or dual SCSI
bus arrangement. Make sure you select unique SCSI IDs for all
SCSI devices on the SCSI bus.

• You must use a wide SCSI host adapter to set SCSI IDs greater
than seven.

• Your CD-ROM drive and tape IDs must be set manually. Refer to
your manufacturer’s documentation for information on setting drive
IDs.

NOTE: You can add narrow SCSI devices to a wide SCSI

bus, however, because of the ID settings, narrow devices
take up two IDs selections on a wide bus.

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Jumpers Set

W1+W3

SCSI Bus 1

SBB slot0 ID=

SBB slot1 ID=

SBB slot2 ID=

SBB slot3 ID=

012

3

SCSI Bus 2

or

Jumper

Cable

SBB slot4 ID=

SBB slot5 ID=

SBB slot6 ID=

12

13

14

Single/Dual SCSI Bus Target ID Settings

None W1 W2 W3 W1+W2

W2+W3 W1+W2+W3

0
1
2
3

0
1
2

0
1
2
3

4
5
2

8
9
10
11

0
1
2

0
1
2
3

8
9
10

8
9
10
11

4
5
6

8
9
10
11

8
9
10

8
9
10
11

12
13
14

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Single Channel SCSI Configuration

To connect SCSI devices to a single channel, perform the following:

1. Connect the SCSI cables as shown in Figure 3-18.

2. If using top 5¼-inch drive bay, connect appropriate power cable to
device.

3. Replace and lock side panels.

4. Connect external devices and restore power.

5. Run SCU and/or RAID utilities to configure your server.

Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Utilities,” and to your SCSI and RAID documenta­tion for additional configuration information.

NOTE: Server’s with this configuration are shipped with an

additional terminator to enable you to split the storage
backplane.

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Figure 3-18

Component

Legend

A Adaptec 2940W wide SCSI host adapter
B 68-pin-to-50-pin adapter cable to CD-ROM

drive

C 68-pin-to-50-pin adapter cable to top-right

drive bay
D Backplane, 68-pin connector
E Terminator

(1)

F Jumper cable
G External SCSI connector

(1)

This terminator can be removed and replaced with a 68-pin wide cable to connect to an

external SCSI device.

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C

D

B

F

A

E

G

Figure 3-18. Single Channel SCSI Configuration

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Two Channel SCSI Configuration

To connect SCSI devices to two separate SCSI channels, perform the
following:

1. Connect the cables as shown in Figure 3-19.

2. If using top 5¼-inch drive bay, connect appropriate power cable to
device.

3. Replace and lock side panels.

4. Connect external devices and restore power.

5. Run SCU and/or RAID utilities to configure your server.

Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Utilities,” and to your SCSI and RAID documenta­tion for additional configuration information.

NOTE: Server’s with this configuration are shipped with an

additional terminator to enable you to split the storage
backplane.

Figure 3-19
Legend

A Adaptec 2940W wide SCSI host adapter
B Wide SCSI or RAID host adapter
C External SCSI connector
D Backplane terminator
E Jumper cable
F Backplane, 68-pin connector
G Cable terminator
H 68-pin-to-50-pin adapter cable to top-right

I 68-pin-to-50-pin adapter cable to CD-ROM

Component

drive bay

drive

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