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FCC ID: A09-930WW
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
All external cables connecting to this basic unit need to be shielded. For
cables connecting to option cards, 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.
7-3. Installing a Half-Height 5¼-Inch Device Into Top-Right Drive Bay..7-11
7-4. Installing a Full-Height 5¼-Inch Device Into Top-Right Drive Bay..7-13
8-3. Removing a Metal Filler Plate .......................................................8-13
8-4. Installing an ISA Expansion Board................................................8-14
8-5. Installing an EISA Expansion Board..............................................8-16
8-6. Installing a PCI Expansion Board..................................................8-18
9-1. Single Channel SCSI Configuration...............................................9-5
9-2. Two Channel SCSI Configuration..................................................9-7
9-3. Three Channel SCSI Configuration...............................................9-9
10-1. Front Panel Security Doors Lock...................................................10-2
10-2. Left and Right Side Panel Lock.....................................................10-3
A-1. Main Logic Board Switch Location.................................................A-8
A-2. CPU Module Switch Location ........................................................A-12
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Introduction
This guide describes how to operate, upgrade, configure, and troubleshoot your Prioris ZX 6000MP (Multi-Processing) Series. 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
.
Guide
The
Server Installation Guide
shipped from the factory as well as how to connect the mouse, keyboard,
monitor, and ac power.
The
Server Installation Guide
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.
identifies all the components that were
shows how to turn your server on for the first
Server Installation
Audience
This guide is written specifically for anyone responsible for operating,
configuring, and expanding the Prioris ZX 6000MP Series.
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Support Information
A variety of support information is available to help you set up, configure,
and operate your Prioris ZX 6000MP Series. This information comes in the
form of README information, on-line help, electronic books, or as printed
material.
If you want to...Refer to the...
Set up your server
Load the supplied
ServerWORKS software
Locate the major internal
components of your Prioris ZX
6000MP Series
Upgrade and configure your
server after installing optional
components (for example, a
CPU module, memory, mass
storage devices, SCSI or RAID
adapters, etc.)
Run diagnostics
Server Installation Guide
internal components, connect external
devices and power , and access the
ServerWORKS Quick Launch program.
to unpack, install
ServerWORKS Quick Launch Reference
Guide
.
README information contained on the
ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM
disk.
Side Panel Labels
panels.
Information supplied in this User’s Guide.
Supplied SCSI, RAID, and other options
documentation.
on your server’s side
ServerWORKS Quick Launch Reference
Guide
and the Quick Launch program on
the supplied CD-ROM disk.
Supplied diagnostics documentation.
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Organization
This guide contains the following:
About This Guide
• Chapter 1:
information about your server. For example: features, server
software and support documentation, diagnostic software, server
utilities and technical support, and providing a comfortable working
environment.
• Chapter 2:
that are supplied on the ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM disk.
• Chapter 3:
information about your server’s components. For example:
procedures for removing the side panels, removing the server
components, and information about the System Configuration Utility
(SCU).
• Chapter 4:
manage your server using a network manager, specifically Digital’s
ServerWORKS manager. It also provides a list and description of
error messages that might display and error codes that might
sound if a failure occurs.
• Chapter 5:
This chapter describes how to upgrade your server with higherperformance CPU modules.
• Chapter 6:
how to install additional memory on the main logic board and
optional memory modules.
Introduction
Server Utilities
Server Components
Server Management
Upgrading Your Server’s CPU Module Configuration
Installing Additional Memory
— This chapter provides general
— This chapter describes the server utilities
— This chapter provides general
— This chapter describes how to
— This chapter describes
—
• Chapter 7:
describes how to install optional disk and tape drives and an
external storage box.
• Chapter 8:
how to install ISA, EISA, and PCI expansion boards.
Installing Optional Disk and Tape Drives
Installing Expansion Boards
— This chapter describes
— This chapter
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• Chapter 9:
Connecting SCSI and RAID Adapters
— This chapter
describes how to connect mass storage devices to supported SCSI
or RAID adapters.
• Chapter 10:
Server Security Features
— This chapter describes
the various security features that are available to prevent server or
data theft.
• Chapter 11:
Problem Solving and Troubleshooting
— This chapter
describes initial and advanced troubleshooting solutions.
• Appendix A:
Technical Specifications
— This appendix lists server
operating specifications. Main logic board and CPU module switch
information is also included.
• Appendix B:
Device Mapping
— This appendix provides a series of
tables listing mapping and address information related to server
memory and various main logic board devices (keyboard controller,
interrupt controller, Direct Memory Access (DMA) controller, etc.).
• Appendix C:
SCU Features
— This appendix lists the available SCU
resource and configuration options.
• Appendix D:
Caring For Your Server
— This appendix provides
suggestions for cleaning and moving your server.
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Conventions
About This Guide
Convention
Example
Reference Guide
c:\windows>
SCU.BAT
[Enter]Square brackets surrounding text represents a keyboard
[Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Del]A plus sign indicates that the keys shown should be
Description
Italics are typically used for titles, comments, and
references to other sections of this document or other
documents.
Monospaced text indicates information that your server
or software displays. For example, a directory path or
error message.
Monospaced text can also indicate a command that you
need to enter to run an application or utility.
key.
pressed at the same time.
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Abbreviations
AbbreviationMeaning
BIOSBasic input/output system
CPUCentral processing unit
DIMMDual in-line memory module
DMADirect memory access
DRAMDynamic random access memory
ECCError correction code
ECPExtended capabilities port
EISAExtended industry standard architecture
EPPEnhanced parallel port
FRUField replaceable unit
IDEIntegrated drive electronics
hAn h suffix to a numerical value denotes hexadecimal
I/OInput/output
ISAIndustry standard architecture
MS-DOS
numbers. For example, 0F8h equals 0F8 hexadecimal.
Microsoft Disk Operating System
PCIPeripheral component interconnect
POSTPower-on self test
RAIDRedundant array of independent devices
RAMRandom access memory
ROMRead only memory
continued
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AbbreviationMeaning
RTCReal-time clock
SBBStorage building block
SCSISmall computer system interface
SCUSystem Configuration Utility
SIMMSingle in-line memory module
SMPSymmetrical multi-processor
VGAVideo graphics array
Windows NTMicrosoft Windows NT operating system software
ZIFZero insertion force
Special Notices
Three kinds of special notices are used in this guide to emphasize specific
information.
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: Used to provide additional information.
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Typical Prioris ZX 6000MP Series
NOTE: Your monitor, keyboard, and mouse might look
different.
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Introduction
The Prioris ZX 6000MP Series are high-performance, highly-scaleable
network and application servers featuring the latest in modular CPU and
storage technology.
The Prioris ZX 6000MP Series provides the following features:
Reliability/Availability
1
CPU Module
Error Correction Code
(ECC) Memory
Dual-Channel Storage
Backplane
Power Supplies
Variable Fan Speed
Internal Sensors
Single (1P) or Multiple (MP) Pentium Pro processor
mode. Each CPU operates using a 64-bit memory
interface and an internal L2 cache.
Recovery from single-bit cache and memory errors.
Redundant disk subsystems using two SCSI
controllers or one dual-channel controller.
The Prioris ZX 6000MP Series is shipped with two
power supplies for normal operation. In some
configurations, the second power supply can be used
for redundant operation.
Automatically adjusts fan speed according to ambient
temperature.
Monitors internal server temperatures, fan operation,
and power supply temperatures and voltages.
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Introduction
Server Exp ansi on
Flexible Memory
Architecture
Four EISA Expansion
Slots, Seven PCI
Expansion Slots, and
one shared EISA/PCI
slot
Integrated SVGA
Video Controller
Capacity for 10
internal SCSI Storage
Devices
External I/O Ports
Wide-Ready SCSI
Storage Backplane
Hot Swap Disk
Capability
Provides 4-way interleaved data path with ECC
protection. Server memory can be upgraded from 64
MB to 2 GB using optional memory modules.
Accommodates industry-standard expansion boards
such as network, Small Computer System Interface
(SCSI), Redundant Array of Integrated Disks (RAID),
and modems.
Supports management and configuration applications
locally without use of an expansion slot.
Accommodates seven 3½-inch half-height drives in
Storage Building Blocks (SBBs), two 5¼-inch, halfheight drives (hard drives or tape drives), and one CDROM drive.
Two serial ports and one parallel port support external
options such as a printer, modem, or local terminal.
Allows for upgrades as new high-performance drives
become available.
Allows replacement of SBB disk drives while the server
is operating.
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Server Management
Introduction
Server Diagnostics
Hardware
Configuration
Unique Asset
Management
RAM-Based Error Log
Firmware Upgrade
Utility
Operator Control
Panel (OCP)
Hard Drive Indicator
Lights
Server Security
Key Lock
Interlock Sensor
Switches
Allows local and remote diagnosis of server
problems.
Allows local and remote server configuration.
Unique server identifier in non-volatile memory
provides easy asset management.
Records startup error messages.
Upgrades firmware versions.
Back-lit, 16-character display for diagnostic and error
messages.
Provides immediate status information on SBB hard
drive activity or failure.
Limits access to server components.
Automatically turns off server power if either side
panel is removed when the server power is on.
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Introduction
Server Software and Documentation
The following software and documentation are supplied with your server:
−ServerWORKS Quick Launch consists of a bootable CD-
ROM disk and reference guide. The Quick Launch program
steps you through the initial server setup and operating
system installation process.
Refer to the ServerWORKS Quick Launch Reference Guide and the
ReadMe.txt file, which is located on the Quick Launch CD-ROM.
−ServerWORKS Manager consists of the software and
documentation.
• Server documentation box contains this User’s Guide, an
Installation Guide, a Documentation Overview, Warranty
information, Options manuals, and Registration Card.
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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Diagnostic Software
Diagnostic software is shipped with your server on the Quick Launch CDROM. 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 server installation process, the diagnostic software will
be automatically copied to a subdirectory on the MS-DOS partition
(only if you selected the option to create an MS-DOS partition).
This allows 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 allows 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.
Introduction
NOTE: Digital strongly recommends that you copy the
diagnostics to a diskette and use this diskette to run the
diagnostics on your server .
Server Utilit ies a nd Technica l Support
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 (508) 496-8800.
If you need additional information, access “Service Information” located in the
ServerWORKS Quick Launch program that is on your CD-ROM disk.
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Introduction
Important Ergonomic 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.
AdjustSo . . .
ChairFeet are flat on the floor.
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.
Keyboard or mouseYour wrists are straight and do not bend more than 15 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.
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continued
Introduction
AdjustSo . . .
HeadAvoid neck strain. Your head should incline downward, but no
more than 15 to 20 degrees.
MonitorNo 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 breaksTake 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.
LightingAvoid 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.
NoiseKeep 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.
Temperature20 to 23 degrees C (68 to 74 degrees F).
Humidity30% to 70%.
V entilationProvide 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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Figure 1-1. Providing a Comfortable Working Environment
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Server Utilities
Introduction
This chapter describes the utilities supplied with your server. Server
utilities include:
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• SCSI
• RAID Configuration Utility This utility is available for RAID-ready
• Flash Utility This utility allows you to update or restore your
• EPP3SMC.EXE This device driver allows you to configure your
• System Configuration Utility (SCU) This utility allows you to
Select
settings of the installed Adaptec SCSI controllers and SCSI
devices.
servers only. This utility allows 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 settings.
Utility This utility allows you to configure and view
2-1
Server Utilities
SCSI
Select
Your Prioris server comes with an Adaptec controller and an onboard
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.
You must let the Adaptec controller spin up the drive before
pressing [Ctrl] + [A] so you can perform low-level formatting.
To start the SCSI
Press [Ctrl] + [A] when the Adaptec BIOS banner appears during the boot
process and before the end of the device information display.
Select
Select
Utility
configuration utility. This utility allows you to change host
to:
Select
configuration utility:
RAID Configura tion Ut ility
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.
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PHLASH.EXE
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.
You can upgrade your server's BIOS to future releases by executing the
flash utility located in the BIOS update kit.
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).
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:
Server Utilities
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.
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Server Utilities
4. Press [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Del] and reboot your server.
5. Run the SCU and choose the Parallel Port Group.
6. Choose either EPP 1.7 or EPP 1.9 mode.
Selection is based on which EPP your printer supports. If you do
not know which EPP your printer supports, use the default setting.
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.
Refer to “Starting the SCU” described later in this chapter.
Refer to Appendix C, “SCU Features,” for more details about the SCU.
Refer to the
ServerWORKS Quick Launch Reference Guide and the
ReadMe.txt file, which is located on the Quick Launch CD-ROM, for
additional information.
When to Run the SCU
Always run the SCU each time you add, remove, or relocate ISA, PCI
and/or EISA expansion boards to reconfigure server resources (IRQs, I/O
address, memory address, etc.). You should also run the SCU if the main
logic board changed, after adding a CPU module, or after adding memory
modules.
Typically, your server displays a message such as
Utility.....Press F1 to Continue
and run the SCU by following the instructions displayed on the SCU
screens.
. Select how you want to access
Run SCU
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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.
Before you can configure your server, you must copy the CFG files (and
overlays if applicable) supplied with the additional EISA expansion boards
you installed to either the SCU directory on your hard disk drive or the
SCU diskette that you created earlier.
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 ZX 6000MP Series 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 on the SCU
diskette you created when you ran ServerWORKS Quick Launch and has
a default name of SYSTEM.SCI.
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Starting the SCU
The SCU is located on your ServerWORKS Quick Launch CD-ROM disk.
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.
You can start 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 was copied to the MS-DOS partition
on your hard disk drive. This allows 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.
Afterwards, you can run the SCU anytime using the diskette you
created.
3. You can also 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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Welcome Screen
Main Menu
Server Utilities
Set DateSet Time
Learn About Configuring
Your Computer
Main System
Configuration Diskette
Step 1: Important EISA Configuration Information
Step 2: Add or Remove Boards
Step 3: View or Edit Details
Step 4: Examine Switches or Print Report
Step 5: Save and Exit
Create a Backup SCI File
Load a Backup SCI File
Copy/Update CSG Files
Copy/Update SCI Files
Delete CSG Files
Delete SCI Files
Return to the Main Menu
Configure
Computer
See Note
Note: If new boards are found, the following
message displays: The following changes have
automatically been made: [ Action: ]
Figure 2-1. SCU Main Menu Options
Configure
Computer
With System
Default
See Note
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Using the SCU
To use the SCU:
1. Turn on your server and allow the POST to complete.
If POST detects an error refer to Chapter 4, “Server Management,”
and take the appropriate steps to correct the problem. After the
problem has been resolved, restart the server.
2. Start the SCU using one of the three methods described
previously.
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.
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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 KeyFunction
[↓]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.
Server Utilities
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Configure Y our 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.
Select one of the following menu options:
• “Configure Computer with System Default” Loads the SCU
default settings.
• “Configure Your Computer” Instructions are displayed. Complete
the instructions if you are performing an initial configuration on your
server. If this is a subsequent configuration, refer to the appropriate
menu item to update your server’s configuration.
Refer to Chapter 8, “Installing Expansion Boards,” for board installation
information.
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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.
To access this menu item:
1. Start the SCU using one of the three methods described in
“Starting the SCU.”
2. Press [Enter] to display the SCU main menu.
3. Configure your server for the current date and time by selecting the
SetDate and Set Time options.
Server Utilities
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Maintain the System Configuration Diskette
Select this option to maintain Configuration (CFG) files and System
Configuration Information (SCI) files.
To access this menu item:
1. Start the SCU using one of the three methods described in
“Starting the SCU.”
2. Press [Enter] to display the SCU main menu.
3. Select the Maintain System Configuration Diskette
option, and then press [Enter].
4. Select a menu item and complete the displayed instructions for
that item.
Afterwards, 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
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Introduction
This chapter shows the location of the Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server
internal components and describes how to prepare your server for
installing options, including procedures for removing peripherals, and
unlocking and removing the side panels. A procedure for installing a new
server battery/Real-Time Clock (RTC) is also included.
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Disconnecting External Devices and Power
Before removing the side panels, perform the following:
1. Secure server using brake (see Figure 3-1).
2. Shut down any applications that are currently running, then shut
down the operating system.
3. Turn off power to all external devices connected to server.
4. Turn server off.
5. Unplug power cord from wall outlet.
6. Disconnect monitor’s power cord from external ac outlet and data
cable from server.
Figure 3-1. Server Brake
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Removing and Installing 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 inhibit power to your server
when activated. 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 3-2. Unlocking and Removing the Side Panels
To install the side panels.
1. Slide panels to front of server.
2. Lock side panels.
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Figure 3-3. Installing Side Covers
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Server Front View
Figure
Legend
ACD-ROM drive
B3½-inch diskette drive
CFront access 5¼-inch or 3½-inch half-height drive bays
D3-way security lock
EIntegral hot-swap device bay for Storage Building Blocks
FPower, OCP, and reset buttons
GBrake
HOperator control panel (OCP)
IPower indicator
Component
(SBBs)
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D
A
B
C
E
F
I
H
Figure 3-4. Server Front View
G
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Server Left Side View
Figure
Legend
JRedundant cooling fans
KCooling fans
LTerminator card or CPU module 2
MCasters
NFive EISA expansion slots (includes one shared EISA/PCI)
OMemory module 2
PMemory module 1
QFour primary PCI slots (includes one shared PCI/EISA slot)
RCPU module 1
SLocation of main logic board
TFour secondary PCI slots
UPower switch interlock
AKeylock
BSCSI knockouts (back panel)
CKeyboard and mouse ports
DParallel port
EVideo port
FSerial ports
Gac power plug
Hac power out/monitor plug
Component
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A
B
Figure 3-7. Server Rear View
B
C
D
E
B
F
G
H
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Main Logic Board Connectors
Figure
Connector
Legend
AEISA expansion slots (1 through 5); slot one is a shared EISA/PCI slot
BPrimary PCI expansion slots (1 through 4); slot four is a shared
PCI/EISA slot
CMemory module 2
DSerial ports
EParallel port and video
FMouse and keyboard
GSecondary PCI expansion slots (5 through 8)
HDiskette drive
IStorage Backplane Management (SBM)
J3.3 V dc power
K5 V dc power supply
LPower control signal
MOperator Control Panel (OCP)
NFan 2
OFan 1
PCPU module 1
QMemory module 1
REight primary SIMM sockets
SCPU module 2 or terminator card
TFan 4
USpeaker
VRemote Server Management (RSM)
WFan 3
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HIJKL
G
F
E
D
C
B
A
5
6
7
8
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
T
U
V
W
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Figure 3-8. Main Logic Board Connectors
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Main Logic Board Components
Figure
Legend
AReal-time clock/server battery
B8031 ROM
CDip switch block
DBIOS flash ROM
Component
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B
5
6
7
8
C
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
A
D
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Figure 3-9. Main Logic Board Components
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CPU Module Components and Connectors
Figure
Component/Connector
Legend
AOutside CPU voltage regulator
BOutside CPU ZIF socket
CInside CPU ZIF socket
DInside CPU voltage regulator
EInside/outside CPU frequency ratio DIP switches
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Inner
CPU
2 or 4
Outer
CPU
1 or 3
C
D
E
B
A
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Figure 3-10. CPU Module Components and Connectors
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Tools Needed
Prior to installing an option, have the following available:
• A Phillips screwdriver
• An antistatic wrist strap (recommended, but not required)
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, put on a properly-
grounded, anti-static wrist strap.
• Keep circuit boards and components away from non-conductors.
• Keep clothing away from circuit boards and components.
• Keep circuit boards in anti-static bags.
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Replacing the Server 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/RTC.
To replace the RTC, perform the following:
1. If you have not already done so, record server configuration
settings using the SCU.
2. Turn off your server.
3. Disconnect external devices, ac power, and monitor power.
4. Unlock and remove left side panel.
5. Remove old RTC.
CAUTION: Depending on your locality, your server’s
RTC might be considered hazardous waste. Make sure
you follow any state or local statute to properly dispose of
the old RTC.
6. Install new RTC. Make sure pin 1 of the RTC is aligned with pin
one on the socket (A, Figure 3-11).
7. Replace and lock left side panel.
8. Connect external devices and restore power.
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9. Reboot and run the SCU:
a. Select Configure Computer from the SCU screen.
b. Select View and Edit Details from the displayed
screen.
c. Edit the configuration settings to match what was recorded
in step 1.
d. Select Save and Exit to configure your server.
Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Utilities.”
Figure 3-11. Replacing the Server Battery/RTC
A
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Server Management
Introduction
The Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server is configured with hardware that
supports server management, including an 8031 processor with multiple
2
C busses for server status reporting.
I
Managing Your Server
The Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server allows you to perform the following
server management functions:
• Monitor Main logic board voltage and cooling fan status
• Monitor CPU module voltage, temperature and status
• Detect and automatically correct single-bit ECC errors
The Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server allows you to manage your server
and its main components by:
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1. Obtaining information about the server and its modules.
2. Notifying you of any changes to modules on your server.
Information can be obtained either through the SCU or through System
Management Software such as ServerWORKS Manager.
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Obtaining Information about Your Server
The Prioris ZX 6000MP series server provides the following system
information for the main logic board, CPU modules, and memory modules
configured on your server:
• Asset number User definable field for tracking these
components
• Part number Digital part number
• Revision number Board assembly revision number
• Serial number Serial number of the board assembly
• Artwork number Revision of the printed circuit board
The System ID is also located on the main logic board, CPU module, and
memory modules. The System ID contains the following information:
• Model number Server model number
• Serial number Server serial number
• System asset number User definable field for tracking the
system
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The main logicboard, CPU module(s), and memory modules each contain
memory where specific information and System ID information is stored.
The main logic board also stores the server’s System Asset number (see
Figure 4-1).
Information is available for the server’s main logic board, CPU modules,
and memory modules (such as part numbers, revisions, serial numbers,
etc.). You can also assign Asset numbers to these components. In
addition, the software can detect when your change your server
configuration by adding or removing a component.
You can obtain information about your server ’s configuration by running
the SCU or by using System Management Software.
CPU Asset#
CPU Part#
CPU Revision#
CPU Serial#
CPU Artwork#
System ID
CPU Module
Proiris ZX
6000MP Series
Server# 542
(System ID)
MLB Asset#
MLB Part#
MLB Revision#
MLB Serial#
MLB Artwork#
System ID
System Asset#
MEMEXP Asset#
MEMEXP Part#
MEMEXP Revision#
MEMEXP Serial#
MEMEXP Artwork#
System ID
Memory Module
Main Logic Board
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Figure 4-1. Prioris ZX 6000MP Series Server Component Information
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Obtaining Information Using the SCU
You can use the SCU to check the Serial number, Revision number, and
Asset number for the main logic board, CPU, and memory modules
configured in the server. For example, if you change a module in your
server, you must run the SCU to re-synchronize the System ID (server
model number and serial number) in that module’s memory. The SCU will
check the new module and will detect the System ID mismatch.
You may view the details for a particular module simply by selecting that
module. The Serial number, Revision number and Asset number for that
module displays. The SCU then lists the server model number and server
serial number information stored on that module. You can then confirm the
correct model number and serial number. This data is available on the
label located on the server back panel.
Refer to Appendix C, “SCU Features,” for more detailed information about the
SCU.
Obtaining Information Using Server Management Software
Your Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server is shipped with ServerWORKS
Manager software. ServerWORKS Manager is a workgroup and server
management product for Digital’s family of servers. ServerWORKS
Manager utilizes the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
environment to assist the Network or Server administrator by constantly
monitoring the network for problems.
ServerWORKS Manager is based on an open architecture that enables
seamless integration and interoperability with popular enterprise
management software packages such as Digital’s POLYCENTER
Manager/NetView, Hewlett-Packard’s OpenView UX for Windows, and
IBM’s Netview/6000 AIX. Also included with ServerWORKS Manager are
Network Operating System (NOS) Agents for Windows NT V3.51, Novell
NetWare V3.12 and V4.x, and SCO UNIX V5.0.
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ServerWORKS Manager allows the Network or Server Administrator to
perform the following functions on your server:
• Manage Digital PC print, file, and application servers supported by
Prioris Intel servers using a Windows-based graphical user
interface (GUI) for point and click simplicity.
• Display server component information that provides critical
information such as CPU and file system utilization and information
about the network interface.
• Automatically builds a network by Autodiscovering all SNMP
network resources and displays the nodes gathered during
Autodiscovery on a color-coded topological map.
• Poll all network devices at intervals defined by the administrator.
• Perform an in-depth network analysis to continuously monitor the
status of the network.
• Set alarms and alerts for specified events on all network devices,
as well as the network itself, to spot problems early and avoid
costly downtime.
You can also manage the Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server with other
SNMP-based managers.
Refer to Chapter 4, “Managing Server on Other Platforms,” in the
ServerWORKS Manager Administrator User’s Guide for more information.
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Server Status
There are two types of information displayed when your Prioris ZX
6000MP Series server is operating:
• Normal status messages
• Error messages
During normal operation, Power On Self Test (POST) and boot messages
are displayed on the monitor. Some POST messages are also displayed
on the OCP panel. When an error occurs, an error message is displayed
on both the monitor and OCP panel and a beep is sounded from the
server’s speaker.
The following table lists the possible failures that could occur.
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Server Status
ComponentPossible FailuresResult
Main logic board
voltages: +12, +5,
+3.3, and -12V
Fans 1, 2, 3, 4The primary fans (fans 1 and 3) fail.The redundant fans will activate.
CPU module
voltages
CPU failureA CPU failure (internal error or over
CPUs presentThe incorrect number of CPUs are
The voltages are outside of the
power good range.
The voltage exceeds the upper limit.The server will shutdown.
The voltage falls below the lower
limit.
The primary fans (fans 1 and 3) and
redundant fans (fans 2 and 4) do
not operate.
The voltages are outside of the
power good range.
The voltage exceeds the upper limit.A warning message displays and a
The voltage falls below the lower
limit.
temperature condition).
present in the server.
An error message displays and a
warning beep sounds.
A warning message displays and a
warning beep sounds.
The server will shutdown.
A message displays and a warning
beep sounds.
warning beep sounds.
A warning message displays and a
warning beep sounds.
The server will shutdown.
A message displays indicating the
number of CPUs are present in the
server.
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ComponentPossible FailuresResult
CPU temperature
sensing
Power supplies
present
Power supply
failure
The temperature exceeds the
warning level.
The temperature rise exceeds the
upper limit.
The incorrect number of power
supplies are present with good
status in the server.
The temperature exceeds the upper
limit or the voltages are out of
range.
An error message displays for one
minute, a beep sounds, and the
redundant fans activate.
The server will shutdown.
A message displays indicating the
number of power supplies present in
the server.
Power supply shuts down, an error
message displays, and a beep
sounds.
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OCP Erro r
Display
POST OCP Messages
The following table lists the messages, both normal and error, that will
display on the server’s OCP panel during POST and any beeps that might
sound when an error occurs.
NOTE: To disable the speaker, press the middle button
located below the OCP once after a beep sounds. To
enable it, repress the button once.
POST/Boot Codes
POST
Code Descriptions
BIOS ROM checksum1-2-2-3
Test DRAM refresh1-3-1-1
Test 8742 keyboard
controller
RAM failure on address
line xxxx
RAM failure on data bits
xxxx of low byte of
memory bus
RAM failure on data bits
xxxx of high byte of
memory bus
Count down codes are displayed on your server’s monitor.
Count
Down
Code
Normal OCP
(1)
Display
Beep Codes
1-3-1-3
1-3-4-1
1-3-4-3
1-4-1-1
2-1-2-3
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OCP Erro r
Display
POST
Code Descriptions
Shadow ROMs220Shadow ROMs test
Test DRAM refresh 512K
and 640K
Extended memory test200Ext. mem testMemory test fail
Set cache registers190Set cache regs.
Cache configuration180Cache config.Cache fail
Real-time clock test170Real time clockRTC fail
Keyboard test160Keyboard testKBC-8042 fail
Initial hardware interrupt150Init HW int
Co-processor test140Co-processor test
Serial ports test130Ser. Ports test
Parallel ports test120Par. ports test
Initiate onboard SIO110Init super I/O
Mouse test100Mouse test
Testing diskette drives90Floppy disk testFDD A or B error
Testing hard disk drives80Hard disk test
CPU search50Search other CPU
Search for option ROMsScan option ROMOPROM chksum bad1-2
Enable IRQs20Enable IRQs
Setting time of day10Set time of day
One short beep before
boot
(1)
Count down codes are displayed on your server’s monitor.
Count
Down
(1)
Code
210512-640K DRAM
Normal OCP
Display
Beep Codes
RTC dead battery
CMOS chksum bad
Keyboard fail
1
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3-3-3-3-3
1
3-1-1
Boot
Code Descriptions
Do a complete RAM test
Boot the flash program
Boot code was read OK
Normal OCP
Display
OCP Erro r
Display
Beep Codes
OCP Messages
During certain failure conditions, including out-of-range conditions, an
error message will display on the OCP panel and a corresponding error
code will sound from the server’s speaker.
NOTE: To disable the speaker, press the middle button
located below the OCP once after a beep sounds. To
enable it, repress the button once.
Hot keys are defined in BIOS as [CTRL] + [ALT] +[1] and enable toggling
of the OCP display status messages just as though the OCP button were
pressed.
NOTE: Hot keys do not work during POST or during host
server request service from the OCP.
If you do not press keys or buttons for some time, the LCD backlight will
be disabled until you press a key. The time is set by the host server.
You can examine the server status messages by pressing the OCP switch
located on the front panel repeatedly to sequence through the status list.
The OCP switch is disabled during POST, during host request service from
the 8031, or if an error is detected. The following table lists and describes
the status messages and the error messages that display on the Prioris
ZX 6000MP Series server OCP panel. Also included are possible actions
to take if a problem persists. If this action does not alleviate the problem,
contact Digital Multi Customer Services (MCS) group.
CPU1 over heat
CPU2 over heat
CPU3 over heat
CPU4 over heat
P/S1 fail
P/S2 fail
Sys fan 2 fail
Sys fan 3 fail
Sys fan 4 fail
CPU1 fail
CPU2 fail
CPU3 fail
Description of
Error Display /A ctio n
Temperature of CPU 1 is out of range.
Temperature of CPU 2 is out of range.
Temperature of CPU 3 is out of range.
Temperature of CPU 4 is out of range.
Action: Verify fans are operational.
Action: Check that heat sink is correctly
attached to the CPU chip.
Power supply 1 is not working.
Power supply 2 is not working.
Action: Check that power supply cables
and connectors are connected correctly.
Fan 1 is not working.
Fan 2 is not working.
Fan 3 is not working.
Fan 4 is not working.
Action: Check that fan connectors are
connected correctly.
Internal defect of CPU 1 or internal
temperature exceeds the upper limit.
Internal defect of CPU 2 or internal
temperature exceeds the upper limit.
Internal defect of CPU 3 or internal
temperature exceeds the upper limit.
CPU4 fail
No CPU existsNo CPUs are present in the server.
Internal defect of CPU 4 or internal
temperature exceeds the upper limit.
Action: Reboot server and check if the
failed CPU is still malfunctioning during
POST.
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Status
System
voltages
CPU voltages
Memory size
information
System BIOS
revision
8031 BIOS
revision
Normal OCP
Display
Sys voltages OKSys +12V = xxxV
CPU voltages OKVRM1 y.yyV=x.xxV
xxxxxMB
BIOS Vx.yyx = main version
8031 Vx.yyx = main version
OCP Erro r
Display
Sys +5V = xxxV
Sys 3.4V = xxxV
Sys -12V = -xxxV
VRM2 y.yyV=x.xxV
VRM3 y.yyV=x.xxV
VRM4 y.yyV=x.xxV
Description of
Error Display /A ctio n
+12V is out of tolerance.
+ 5V is out of tolerance.
+3.4V is out of tolerance.
-12V is out of tolerance.
Action: Check that power supply cables
and connectors are connected correctly.
Voltage Regulator Module (VRM) 1 should
be y .yy volts and is being measured at
x.xx volts.
VRM 2 should be y .yy volts and is being
measured at x.xx volts.
VRM 3 should be y .yy volts and is being
measured at x.xx volts.
VRM 4 should be y .yy volts and is being
measured at x.xx volts.
Action: Diagnose whether the VRM or the
CPU module is bad.
yy = sub-version
yy = sub-version
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Server CPU Voltage and T emperature Ranges
The following tables list the CPU and Voltage Regulator Module (VRM)
operating voltage and temperature ranges.
CPU Voltag e Range
NominalNominal
Tolerance
+12-4 to + 5+11.1 to +13.0 V<+9.0 V>+13.8 V
+5-2 to + 5+4.80 to +5.35 V<+4.3 V>+5.80 V
+3.43-1 to + 1+3.32 to +3.54 V<+3.0 V>+3.80 V
-12-10 to + 10-13.7 to -10.3 V>-9.0 V<-14.2 V
VGTL-10 to + 10+1.32 to +1.68 V<+1.10 V>+1.80 V
Normal Voltage
Range
Server Error
Occurs
Server
Shutdown
Occurs
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VRM V oltage Range
Upper
Limit
>+2.31 V
>+2.42 V
>+2.53 V
>+2.64 V
>+2.75 V
>+2.86 V
>+2.97 V
>+3.08 V
>+3.19 V
>+3.30 V
>+3.41 V
>+3.52 V
>+3.63 V
>+3.74 V
>+3.84 V
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VRM
Voltage
2.1 V+1.95 to 2.25 V<+1.89 V
2.2 V+2.04 to 2.35 V<+1.98 V
2.3 V+2.14 to 2.46 V<+2.07 V
2.4 V+2.23 to 2.46 V<+2.16 V
2.5 V+2.32 to 2.68 V<+2.25 V
2.6 V+2.42 to 2.78 V<+2.34 V
2.7 V+2.51 to 2.89 V<+2.43 V
2.8 V+2.60 to 3.00 V<+2.52 V
2.9 V+2.70 to 3.10 V<+2.61 V
3.0 V+2.79 to 3.21 V<+2.70 V
3.1 V+2.88 to 3.32 V<+2.79 V
3.2 V+2.97 to 3.42 V<+2.88 V
3.3 V+3.07 to 3.53 V<+2.97 V
3.4 V+3.16 to 3.64 V<+3.06 V
3.5 V+3.25 to 3.75 V<+3.15 V
Power Go o d
Range
Lower
Limit
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CPU T emperature Warning Levels
Warning LevelUpper LimitBackup Fan Activated
>85 °C>90 °C>82 °C
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Upgrading Your Server’s CPU Module
Configuration
Introduction
Installing a higher-performance CPU module or a second CPU module
increases the capabilities of your server. This chapter describes the
configuration guidelines that must be followed prior to upgrading as well
as detailed procedures on removing and installing CPU modules.
Configuration Guidelines
• Use only Digital-supplied CPU modules.
• A CPU upgrade can be done by installing a higher-performance
CPU module.
• The supplied terminator card must be installed in CPU slot 2 when
using a single CPU module configuration.
• Remove the supplied terminator card from CPU slot 2 prior to
installing a second CPU module.
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• CPU speed and cache size on a second CPU module must be
identical to the primary CPU module.
• If removing a CPU module from the server, remove the module
from slot 2 and replace with a terminator card.
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Server CPU Module Configurations
The following table lists the available CPU module configurations (Figure
5-1):
You can upgrade your Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server with a two
processor CPU module. With this upgrade, the following CPU module
configurations are available:
CPU
Configuration
3P1 processor CPU2 processor CPU
4P2 processor CPU2 processor CPU
Slot 1Slot 2
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CPU Slot 1
CPU Slot 2
Figure 5-1. CPU Slot Locations
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Upgrading to a New CPU Module Configuration
To upgrade:
1. Shut down the operating system software.
2. Turn off your server.
3. Disconnect all external devices, ac power, and monitor power.
4. Unlock and the remove left side panel.
5. Carefully remove the terminator from CPU slot 2 and place in an
antistatic package (see Figure 5-2).
6Remove the CPU module, two regulators, and retaining bracket
from the antistitic package. Check switch J19 on the CPU module
for the appropriate switch settings.
Refer to Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” for switch descriptions and
locations.
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Figure 5-2. Removing the Terminator Card
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7. Install the regulators in their appropriate slots on the CPU module.
Refer to Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” Figure A-2 for the location of
the regulator slots.
8. Install the CPU module in slot 2. Install the retaining bracket and
secure the captive screw located on the bracket to the chassis.
CAUTION: Make sure you align the CPU module with the
corresponding slot number on the card guide label. Failure
to do so might cause faulty CPU module and/or server
operation.
Also, the CPU module has two rows of gold fingers on its
edge that plug into the main logic board slot. The CPU
module must be pushed firmly in the slot to engage both
rows of gold fingers or your server might not power up on
boot.
9. Replace and lock the left side panel.
NOTE: Your server will not power up with the side panel
removed.
10. Connect all external devices and restore power.
11. Run the SCU, select Configure Computer, select View andEditDetails, and then select Save and Exit.
This allows your server to recognize the new CPU module
configuration.
Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Utilities.”
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Figure 5-3. Installing a CPU Module
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Introduction
By adding more memory, you can run larger and more complicated
software on your server. Your Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server supports
up to 2 GB of standard parity memory using single in-line memory
modules (SIMMs). Your server’s memory can be increased by adding
SIMMs on the main logic board (MLB) and optional memory modules.
NOTE: The MLB must be fully populated before adding
optional memory modules. Two memory modules are
required when upgrading memory.
Also, you must order the SIMMs for the memory modules
separately.
This chapter provides the memory configuration guidelines that must be
followed prior to installing additional SIMMs into your Prioris ZX 6000MP
Series server. It also provides the procedures for installing additional
SIMMs on the MLB and memory modules, and for installing memory
modules.
Memory installation begins with Bank 0 on the MLB. Further upgrades
require that both memory modules be installed in order to support fourway interleaving. Complete banks (8 SIMMs) must be installed in Bank 1
of both memory module 1 and 2 before adding SIMMs to Bank 2, etc.
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The Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server provides a four-way interleaved
memory system, with a minimum supported memory of 64 MB. Memory is
configured in banks, with each bank containing four interleaves (thus the
term four-way interleaving). The MLB contains Bank 0, with four
interleaves (Interleave 0-3) for a total of eight SIMMs (two SIMMs per
interleave). Memory module 1 contains banks 1, 2, and 3 with interleaves
0 and 1; memory module 2 contains banks 1, 2, and 3 with interleaves 2
and 3.
Refer to the “Memory Interleave Upgrade Path” section listed later in this
chapter.
Server SIMMs Requirements
Supported SIMMs36-bit SIMMs, 60 ns access time,
standard parity memory only (no ECC
SIMMs). ECC logic is provided on the
main logic board and memory
modules. No more than 24 DRAM
devices on each SIMM due to
loading.
Supported densities8, 16, 32, and 64 MB (refer to the
memory configuration guidelines for
additional information)
Minimum server memory
supported
Maximum server memory
64 MB (1P server configuration)
128 MB (2P server configuration)
2 GB
supported
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Memory Configuration Guidelines
The memory configuration guidelines for the Prioris ZX 6000MP Series
server are as follows:
• Each memory bank on the main logic board and memory modules
must contain eight SIMMs.
• Minimum memory supported on main logic board is 64 MB (using
eight 8 MB SIMMs) for 1P server configurations and 128 MB (using
16 MB SIMMs) for 2P server configurations.
• Maximum memory supported on main logic board is 512 MB (using
eight 64 MB SIMMs).
• Maximum system memory (main logic board and memory modules)
is 2 GB.
• Bank 0 (interleaves 0-3) is located on the main logic board (Figure
6-1).
• Banks 1, 2, 3 are located on memory module 1 (interleave 0-1).
• Banks 1, 2, 3 are located on memory module 2 (interleave 2-3.
• 8 MB and 64 MB SIMMs cannot be installed with SIMMs of any
other size. Installing illegal combinations of SIMMs will result in a
“DRAM combination error, system halt” message when the server
is booted, and the server will not boot.
• 16 MB and 32 MB SIMMs can be installed together (refer to
memory bank configuration tables in the memory configurations
section later in this chapter).
Figure 6-1. MLB SIMM Interleave and Bank 0 Locations
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Figure 6-2. Memory Module 1 and 2 SIMM Bank Locations
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Installing SIMMs (MLB )
NOTE: Prior to installing additional memory in your Prioris
ZX 6000MP Series server, refer to the previous section to
verify the memory configuration you have planned conforms
to all memory configuration guidelines.
To install a SIMM on the MLB, complete the following:
1. Power down your server.
2. Disconnect the ac power, any and all external devices, and monitor
power.
3. Unlock and remove the left side panel.
4. Install a SIMM into a socket at a 45 degree angle away from the
edge connector.
Make sure the notch is oriented as shown (A, Figure 6-3). Rock the
SIMM gently until it completely engages in the bottom of socket.
Tip the SIMM upright until both retaining clips engage (B, C, Figure
6-3).
5. Install the remaining SIMMs (total of 8 SIMMs for Bank 0 on the
MLB).
NOTE: If you are installing additional SIMMs using memory
modules 1 and 2, refer to the,
Modules)
section later in this chapter.
Installing SIMMs (Memory
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6. Reinstall and lock the left side panel.
7. Connect all external devices and restore power to the server.
8. Run the SCU. Select Configure Computer from the main menu,
and then select Save and Exit to configure your server for the
additional memory.
Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Utilities.”
A
B
B
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Figure 6-3. Installing a SIMM (MLB)
C
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Upgrading Memory
You can upgrade memory on your Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server by
adding memory modules. You must add two modules when expanding
memory.
The following rules apply with upgrading memory using memory modules
1 and 2:
NOTE: Eight SIMMs must be installed in Bank 0 on the
MLB before adding memory modules.
1. Install two memory modules when expanding memory.
2. Install SIMMs in Bank 1 on each memory module, followed by
Bank 2 and 3 as required.
Installing SIMMs (Memory Module)
NOTE: Prior to installing additional memory in your Prioris
ZX 6000MP Series server, refer to the previous section to
verify the memory configuration you have planned conforms
to all memory configuration guidelines.
To install SIMMs, perform the following:
1. Power down your server.
2. Disconnect all external devices, ac power, and monitor power.
3. Unlock and remove the left side panel.
4. Remove the memory module retaining bracket for memory
modules 1 and 2 (see Figure 6-4).
5. Carefully remove the memory modules 1 and 2 from the MLB and
place them on an antistatic surface.
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Figure 6-4. Memory Module Removal
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6. Install a SIMM into a socket at a 45 degree angle away from the
edge connector.
Make sure the notch is oriented as shown (A, Figure 6-5). Rock the
SIMM gently until it completely engages the bottom of the socket.
Tip the SIMM upright until both retaining clips engage (B, C, Figure
6-5).
7. Install the remaining SIMMs in complete banks on memory
modules 1 and 2.
NOTE: Half of banks 1, 2, and 3 are on each memory
module.
Refer to the Memory Configuration Guidelines section
.
8. Replace both memory modules and secure them with the retaining
brackets.
9. Replace and lock the left side panel.
10. Connect all external devices and restore power.
11. Run the SCU. Select Configure Computer from the main menu,
and then select Save and Exit to configure your server for the
additional memory.
Refer to Chapter 2, “Server Utilities.”
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B
A
B
C
Figure 6-5. Installing a SIMM (Memory Module)
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Bank 3
Interleave 0-1
(4 SIMMs)
Interleave 2-3
(4 SIMMs)
Memory Interleaving Upgrade Path
The following table details the Prioris ZX 6000MP Series server memory
upgrade path.
Memory Upg rad e
Path
MLB (4-way
interleaving)
Memory module 1Interleave 0-1
Memory module 2Interleave 2-3
Bank 0Bank 1Bank 2
Interleave 0-3
(8 SIMMs)
(4 SIMMs)
(4 SIMMs)
Interleave 0-1
(4 SIMMs)
Interleave 2-3
(4 SIMMs)
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Supported Memory Configurations
The following table lists the SIMM combinations supported by the Prioris
ZX 6000MP Series.