Fujitsu 1PRIMERGY RX600 S4, PRIMERGY RX600 S4 User Manual

Areas Covered

Before Reading This Manual

This section explains the notes for your safety and conventions used in this manual.

Chapter 1

Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation

Chapter 3 OS Installation

Chapter 4 Operations after OS Installation

Chapter 5 High Reliability Tools

Chapter 6 Installing Internal Options

Overview

This chapter explains component names and basic operations of this server, as well as an
overview of the software provided with this server. In addition, the workflow, from placing the
server to starting the operation, is also described.

This chapter explains the preparation and cautions for the server before OS installation. Observe
this chapter before starting installation.

This chapter explains how to install the OS in the server using ServerStart.

This chapter explains the operations to be performed after OS installation. Be sure to perform
these operations before operating the server.

For stable PRIMERGY server operations, we recommend that high reliability tools be installed.
This chapter explains the installation and necessary settings of high reliability tools.

This chapter explains how to install and remove the various hardware options.

PRIMERGY RX600 S4 User's Guide

Chapter 7 Configuring Hardware and Utilities

This chapter explains how to make the environment settings necessary to operate the server and
how to use each utility.

Chapter 8 Operation and Maintenance

This chapter explains the operations that become necessary after starting to use this server as well
as daily care and maintenance.

Appendix

This appendix explains the specifications for the server and for its internal options.

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Before Reading This Manual

For Your Safety...

This manual contains important information, required to operate the server safely.
Thoroughly review the information in this manual before using the server. Especially note the points under "Safety Precautions", and only
operate the server with a complete understanding of the material provided.
This manual and "Safety Precautions" should be kept in an easy-to-access location for quick reference when using this server.

Safety of Laser

This product contains Class 1 laser product, which is compatible with U.S. FDA 21 CFR, Subchapter J and International Standard IEC 60825-

1. Do not look at the light source of laser beam directly. Doing so may lead to visual damage.

Data Backup

To protect data stored in this device (including basic software and application software), perform backup and other necessary operations.
Note that data protection is not guaranteed when repairs are performed. It is the customer's responsibility to maintain backup copies in
advance.
In case of data loss, Fujitsu assumes no liability for data maintenance or restoration and damages that occur as a result of the data loss for any
reason, except for items covered under warranty.

High Safety

The Products are designed, developed and manufactured as contemplated or general use, including without limitation, general office use,
personal use, household use, and ordinary industrial use, but are not designed, developed and manufactured as contemplated for use
accompanying fatal risks or dangers that, unless extremely high safety is secured, could lead directly to death, personal injury, severe physical
damage, or other loss (hereinafter "High Safety Required Use"), including without limitation, nuclear reaction control in nuclear facility,
aircraft flight control, air traffic control, mass transport control, medical life support system, missile launch control in weapon system. You
shall not use this Product without securing the sufficient safety required for the High Safety Required Use. If you wish to use this Product for
High Safety Required Use, please consult with our sales representatives in charge before such use.

Problems may occur with this device in the event of an instantaneous voltage drop of the power supply due to lightning, etc. To prevent an
instantaneous voltage drop of the power supply, we recommend that you use an uninterruptible power supply system.

 Trademarks

Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, and Hyper-V are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the USA and other countries.
Intel and Xeon are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the USA and other
countries.
Linux is a trademark or registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the USA and other countries.
Red Hat and all Red Hat-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Red Hat, Inc. in the
USA and other countries.
Other product names used are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers.
Other products are copyrights of their respective manufacturers.

Copyright FUJITSU LIMITED 2008

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PRIMERGY RX600 S4 User's Guide

Remarks

 Warning descriptions

Various symbols are used throughout this manual. These are used to emphasize important points for

your safety and that of others. The following are the symbols and their meanings. Fully understand these

symbols when reading this manual.

Failure to observe this warning may cause serious injury or death, and/or destroy the system.

Failure to observe this warning may lead to injury, destruction of the system, or loss of data.

The following symbols are used to indicate the type of warning or caution being described.

A triangle mark emphasizes the urgency of the WARNING and CAUTION. Details are
described next to the triangle.

A barred circle ( ) warns against certain actions (Do Not). Details are described next to the
circle.

A black circle indicates actions that must be taken. Details are described next to the black
circle.

 Symbols

Symbols used in this manual have the following meanings.

These sections explain prohibited actions and points to note when using this device. Make
sure to read these sections.

These sections explain information needed to operate the hardware and software properly.
Make sure to read these sections.

→

This mark indicates reference pages or manuals.

 Key descriptions / operations

Keys are represented throughout this manual in the following manner.
E.g.: [Ctrl] key, [Enter] key, [→] key, etc.

The following indicate pressing several keys at once:
E.g.: [Ctrl] + [F3] key, [Shift] + [↑] key, etc.

 DVD-ROM drive description

DVD-ROM drive is described as "CD/DVD drive" herein.

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 Entering commands (Keys)

Command entries are displayed in the following way.

• At each blank in a command line (as pointed out above), press the [Space] key once.

• When using Windows or DOS OS, commands are not case sensitive.

• CD/DVD drive names are shown as [CD/DVD drive]. Enter your drive name according to your

environment.

[CD/DVD drive]:\setup.exe

 Screen shots and figures

Screen shots and figures are used as visual aids throughout this manual. Windows, screens, and file

names may vary depending on the OS, software, or configuration of the server used. Figures in this

manual may not show cables that are actually connected for convenience of explanation.

 Consecutive operations

Consecutive operations are described by connecting them with "–".

Example: Procedure of clicking the [Start] button, pointing to [All Programs], and clicking [Accessories]

↓

Click [Start]

– [All Programs] – [Accessories].

 Server types

Server type is described as follows.

Server without an internal hard disk Diskless type

table: Server type

Type Expressions and abbreviations

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 Abbreviations

The following expressions and abbreviations are used throughout this manual.

table: Abbreviations of product names

Product name Expressions and abbreviations

PRIMERGY RX600 S4 RX600 S4 or the server

®

Microsoft

Microsoft

without Hyper-V

Windows Server® 2008, Standard

®

Windows Server® 2008, Standard

™

Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008, Enterprise

Microsoft

without Hyper-V

®

Windows Server® 2008, Enterprise

™

Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008, Datacenter

Microsoft

®

Windows Server® 2003 R2,

Standard Edition

Microsoft

®

Windows Server® 2003 R2,

Enterprise Edition

Microsoft

®

Windows Server® 2003, Standard

x64 Edition

Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003, Enterprise
x64 Edition

®

Microsoft

Windows Server® 2003 R2,

Standard x64 Edition

®

Microsoft

Windows Server® 2003 R2,

Enterprise x64 Edition

®

Microsoft

Windows® Preinstallation

Environment

®

Microsoft

Microsoft

Windows® XP Professional

®

Windows Server® 2003 Service

Pack

®

Microsoft

Windows Server® 2003 x64

Service Pack

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 (for x86) Linux

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 (for Intel64)

Red Hat Enterprise Linux AS (v.4 for x86)

Red Hat Enterprise Linux AS (v.4 for EM64T)

Windows Server 2008 Standard
Windows Server 2008 Standard
(32-bit)
Windows Server 2008 Standard
(64-bit)

Windows Server 2008 Enterprise
Windows Server 2008 Enterprise
(32-bit)
Windows Server 2008 Enterprise
(64-bit)

Windows Server 2008
Datacenter (64-bit)

Windows Server 2003 R2,
Standard Edition

Windows Server 2003 R2,
Enterprise Edition

Windows Server 2003 x64

Windows Server 2003 R2 x64

Windows PE

Windows XP Professional

Service Pack

PRIMERGY RX600 S4 User's Guide

Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2008

(32-bit)

Windows Server 2008
(64-bit)

Windows Server 2003
Windows Server 2003
R2

*1

Windows

*1: Unless otherwise noted, Windows Server 2003 can also mean Windows Server 2003 x64.

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Reference Information

 Software manuals

Software Manual contains other reference information and cautions for ServerStart not described in this

manual. Please read it before using ServerStart.

Software Manual is contained as a "README.TXT" file in the root directory on PRIMERGY Startup

Disc. Use a text editor to read it.

 Latest information about software provided with this server

For the latest information regarding ServerStart and other software provided with this server, refer to the

Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com).

Warning and Caution Labels

Warning and caution labels are found on the server.

Do not remove or stain these labels.

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Contents

Chapter 1 Overview

1.1 RX600 S4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

1.2 Supplied Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

1.2.1 Setup Support Tool - ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

1.2.2 High Reliability Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

1.2.3 Installing High Reliability Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

1.3 Component Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

1.3.1 Server (front view) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

1.3.2 Server (rear view) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

1.3.3 Server (internal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

1.3.4 Baseboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

1.3.5 Memory Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

1.4 Standard Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

1.4.1 Opening the Rack Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

1.4.2 Turning On the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

1.4.3 Turning Off the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

1.4.4 Inserting and Ejecting a CD/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

1.4.5 How to Use the LCD Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

1.5 Workflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation

2.1 Preparation on the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

2.1.1 Installing Optional Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

2.1.2 Hardware Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

2.2 Selecting an Installation Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

2.2.1 Supported OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

2.2.2 Installation Modes of ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

2.3 Precautions on Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

2.3.1 Installation Partition Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

2.3.2 Notes on Configuring RAID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

2.3.3 Cautions for Using ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

2.3.4 Automatic Driver Installation with ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Chapter 3 OS Installation

3.1 Quick Installation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

3.2 Expert Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

3.2.1 Starting Up the Expert Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

3.2.2 Disk Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

3.2.3 OS Installation Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

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3.2.4 Application Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

3.2.5 Starting OS Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Chapter 4 Operations after OS Installation

4.1 Memory Dump / Paging File Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

4.1.1 How to Obtain Memory Dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

4.2 Creating Backup Data for System Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

4.2.1 Windows Server 2008 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

4.2.2 Windows Server 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

4.3 Storing the System Configuration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

4.3.1 Storing the BIOS Information and the Remote Management Controller

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

4.3.2 Recovering the BIOS Information and the Remote Management Controller

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

4.4 Creating Maintenance Tools and Driver Disks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

4.4.1 Installing ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

4.4.2 Startup Method for FloppyBuilder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

4.4.3 Creating "Server Management Tools" Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

4.4.4 Creating Driver Disks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

4.4.5 Creating a DOS Diskette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

4.5 Notes before Operating the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

4.5.1 Auto-run Function from CD/DVD Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

4.5.2 Drive Letter Assignment in the Expert Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

4.5.3 Notes on Advanced Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

4.5.4 Using the Fiber Channel Controller (PG-FC202) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

4.5.5 Turning the Power On via a LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

4.5.6 Changing the System Drive Size (only for Windows Server 2008) . . . . . 97

4.5.7 Other Notes on Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

4.6 LAN Driver Advanced Setup [Intel® PROSet] . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

4.6.1 Intel® PROSet Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

4.6.2 Teaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

4.6.3 VLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Chapter 5 High Reliability Tools

5.1 RAID Management Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

5.2 Server Monitoring Tool [ServerView] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

5.2.1 Installing ServerView . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

5.2.2 Setting Required after Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

5.3 Maintenance Support Tool [HRM/Server] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

5.3.1 Installing HRM/Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

5.3.2 How to Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

5.4 Solving Problems Early [DSNAP] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

5.4.1 Installing DSNAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

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5.4.2 How to Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Chapter 6 Installing Internal Options

6.1 Before Installing Internal Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

6.2 Removing and Attaching Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

6.2.1 Removing the Top Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

6.3 Installing CPUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

6.3.1 Installation Location of CPUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

6.3.2 Installable CPUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

6.3.3 How to install CPUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122

6.3.4 Defective CPU Disconnection Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

6.4 Installing Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

6.4.1 Installation Location of Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128

6.4.2 Installable Memory Modules and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

6.4.3 Memory Redundant Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130

6.4.4 How to Install Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

6.4.5 Defective Memory Disconnection Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

6.5 Installing Expansion Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

6.5.1 Installation Location of Expansion Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

6.5.2 Installable Expansion Cards and Notes on Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137

6.5.3 How to Install Expansion Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

6.5.4 How to Replace Expansion Cards in Hot-Pluggable PCI Slots . . . . . . . .141

6.6 Installing Internal Hard Disk Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

6.6.1 Installation Locations of Internal Hard Disk Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

6.6.2 Installable Internal Hard Disk Units and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

6.6.3 How to Install Internal Hard Disk Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

6.6.4 How to Remove Internal Hard Disk Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

6.7 Installing a 5-inch Internal Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

6.7.1 Installation Location of a 5-inch Internal Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

6.7.2 Installable 5-inch Internal Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148

6.7.3 How to Install a 5-inch Internal Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148

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Chapter 7 Configuring Hardware and Utilities

7.1 Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

7.1.1 Jumper Location and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

7.2 BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

7.2.1 Starting and Exiting BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157

7.2.2 Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160

7.2.3 SATA Port 1 Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161

7.2.4 Boot Features Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162

7.2.5 Advanced Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163

7.2.6 Peripheral Configuration Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164

7.2.7 Advanced System Configuration Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

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7.2.8 Advanced Memory Configuration Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

7.2.9 Advanced Processor Configurations Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

7.2.10 PCI Configuration Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

7.2.11 Security Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169

7.2.12 Power Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

7.2.13 Server Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

7.2.14 CPU Status Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

7.2.15 Memory Status Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

7.2.16 PCI Status Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

7.2.17 Console Redirection Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

7.2.18 IPMI Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177

7.2.19 Boot Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

7.2.20 Exit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

Chapter 8 Operation and Maintenance

8.1 Daily Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

8.1.1 Checking the Server Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

8.1.2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

8.1.3 Replacement of Consumable Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

8.2 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

8.2.1 Hardware Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

8.2.2 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

8.2.3 Software Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

8.3 System Event Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205

8.3.1 How to Refer to Event Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205

8.3.2 Deleting the System Event Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205

8.4 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206

8.4.1 Hardware Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206

8.4.2 Security against Unauthorized Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

8.4.3 Security When Disposing of the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

8.5 Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

8.5.1 Importance of Backups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

8.5.2 Backup Devices, Software and Their Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209

8.6 Restoring the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212

8.6.1 For Windows Server 2008 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212

8.6.2 For Windows Server 2003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214

8.7 Reinstalling the OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216

8.7.1 Checking before OS Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216

8.8 Maintenance Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

8.8.1 Contacting Maintenance Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

Appendix

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A Server Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220

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B Specifications for Internal Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222

B.1 CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222

B.2 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223

B.3 Memory Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223

B.4 Internal Hard Disk Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224

B.5 Power Cord Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225

C External Floppy Disk Drive (USB) Notes on Usage . . . . . . . . 227

D Remote Control Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228

D.1 Preparation for Using Remote Control Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228

D.2 Remote Power Supply Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230

E Remote Management Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

E.1 Overview of the Remote Management Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233

E.2 Preparation for Using Remote Management Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234

E.3 Window of the Remote Management Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235

E.4 Remote Management Ctrl Upgrade kit (PG-RMCU2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236

F Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238

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Chapter 1

Overview

This chapter explains component names and
basic operations of this server, as well as an
overview of the software provided with this
server. In addition, the workflow, from placing
the server to starting the operation, is also
described.

1.1 RX600 S4

1.2 Supplied Software

1.3 Component Names and Functions

1.4 Standard Operations

1.5 Workflow

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1.1 RX600 S4

This is a rack type server with high-performance, high-reliability, and high-scalability,
having the following features.

 High reliability

z

Advanced memory protection functions

This server supports the Single Device Data Correction (SDDC) function with fully-buffered memory.

For the entire memory, you can also set the memory sparing function or the memory mirroring function;

both are supported to enable data restoration when a memory error occurs.

z Disk array configuration

As a standard feature, a SAS array controller card (MegaRAID SAS) is installed in the server to

configure an array system. With the array configuration, you can continue the operation without

stopping the system even when a hard disk unit fails. (It is, however, required to replace the failed hard

disk unit as soon as possible.)

z Redundant function

The memory, internal hard disk units, power supply units, and system fans support the redundant

function.

Even when an error occurs in a power supply unit or a system fan, you can replace it without stopping

the system.

With configured disk array systems, you can replace and restore hard disk units without turning off the

server and peripheral devices when a hard disk unit in the server is failed (hot-pluggable, except of

RAID 0).

z Hardware and software designed for data security

This server is designed to provide provisions for data securities to guard the hardware and data assets

with systems, such as a lock for the rack door and a password for BIOS Setup Utility.

z Proactive fan function

Stable system operation is performed with automatically increasing the rotating speed of the system fan

to control temperature in the server as a fan fails or the ambient temperature rises.

z Hot-pluggable PCI slots

The PCI slot 1 through 4 are hot-pluggable PCI slots. If an expansion card is damaged, you can replace

the card without turning off the server and its peripheral devices (only available for Windows Server

2008 and Windows Server 2003).

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z High reliability tools

High reliability tools, such as ServerView which is a tool for monitoring the server status, offer further

stable system operation. Refer to "1.2.2 High Reliability Tools" (

Jpg.19) for details.

 High-speed processing

z

Intel® Xeon® Processor

For high-speed data processing, the server is installed with two Intel® Xeon® processors as a standard

feature, and can have up to four of them.

z PCI-Express slot

This server is equipped with PCI-Express buses with the maximum data transfer speed of 2.5Gbps

(bidirectional) per lane to enable high speed data transfer.

 Excellent scalability

z

Maximum 128GB memory size

In addition to 4GB memory installed as a standard feature, the memory size can be extended up to

128GB with four memory boards.

z Maximum eight internal hard disk units

Up to eight internal hard disk units can be installed in 2.5-inch storage bays.

z Seven PCI slots

The server has seven PCI-Express slots. Functions can be added by using expansion cards.

z 5-inch internal option bay

The server has a 5-inch storage bay, and a 5-inch internal option can be installed to accommodate

increasing data.

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1.2 Supplied Software

The following software is supplied together with the server. ServerStart supports
setting up the system and high reliability tools to prevent troubles while server system
is running.

1.2.1 Setup Support Tool - ServerStart

ServerStart is an initial setup support tool for PRIMERGY. It offers simple procedures for setup and

proper installation for recommended drivers.

 Setting up with ServerStart

When performing the OS installation with ServerStart, drivers which are corresponding to the

automatically recognized expansion cards will be installed by ServerStart. In addition, high reliability

tools and array controller management tools are automatically installed. It prevents the related errors.

It is recommended to perform the OS installation by using ServerStart.

Not using ServerStart

Complicated hardware settings such as RAID configuration
User definition, access policies and network settings
Manual settings for each item
resulting in leading mistakes and taking time for server installation.

Install

&

Setup

Example:
IP address settings, creation of user,
registration of computer name, and etc.

Using ServerStart

Automatic RAID configuration
Automatic installation of recommended drivers
Automatic installation of high reliability tools
are available.

Example:
Automated operations such as OS installation.

Auto setup

ServerStart

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` Some operations such as a license window and media replacements are required to be performed

manually.

` High reliability tools are software with comprehensive strength for stable system operation of the

server management.

 Merit with ServerStart setup

Network configuration

z

ServerStart can configure a network on server installation.

For details on available network patterns, refer to "Using ServerStart to Configure the Network".

z Automatic driver installation

Recommended drivers for automatically recognized expansion cards are installed with the server. This

prevents possible mistakes in driver installation, such as installation of an older version or drivers which

were not supplied with this server.

z Automatic RAID configuration

Even without RAID utility, a disk array can be configured by specifying a RAID type and the number of

hard disk units.

 Intuitive user interface

The intuitive user interface allows you to easily set the necessary information.

z Main window

When ServerStart starts up, the following window appears. The window and tool bar differ, depending

on the mode.

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z Tool bar

For the Expert mode

Ends ServerStart.

Returns to the
previous page.

Goes to the
next page.

Changes the size
of icons.

Returns to
the main screen.

` While the wizard is running, do not click the icon to move to the previous or next window or

to upper tree level. To move to a different window, click the [Previous], [Up], or [Next] button at the
bottom of the wizard window.

Goes to one tier
upper.

Resets the status
function.

z Wizard window

Clicking a wizard displays a wizard window.

Set each item in the wizard window. To move to a step in the next wizard window, click the operation

button at the bottom of the window. Clicking [help] displays an explanation for setting the item.

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1.2.2 High Reliability Tools

High reliability tools provide comprehensive supports for stable system operations of the server. The

following tools have individual management function through normal operations to restoration from

errors:

• Server monitoring tools

• System diagnosis support tool

• LAN driver advanced setup tool

 Server monitoring tools

The server monitoring tools monitor the hardware status and notify the event of an error when irregular

status occurs.

z Early detection of a server failure [ServerView]

ServerView monitors the server status to protect important server resources. The server hardware keeps

under observation all the time and a potential irregular status will be notified in timely manner when it is

detected. A corrective action can be taken in early stage and eliminate the system error before growing a

serious matter.

` For notes on ServerView security, refer to "Security" in Section "1.1.7 Note", "ServerView User's

Guide".

z Maintenance support tool [HRM/server]

HRM/server performs the server maintenance operation promptly and surely to retain stable system

operation.

z Early detection of a disk problem [RAID Management Tool]

RAID Management Tool monitors a configured disk array performance. When an event occurs, it leaves

an event log in the event viewer's application logs. At the same time, a management window indicates a

hard disk failure, rebuild status, etc.

 System diagnosis support tool

The system diagnosis support tools boost device management in order to perform stable server

operation.

z Early solution to problems [DSNAP]

DSNAP is a command line utility for collectively acquiring failure analysis information. Command line

operation makes easy to set the configuration information of the system file and major registries, and

collect the event log.

When a problem occurs in your Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2003 system, DSNAP is used

for a support engineer to understand your system software configuration and settings correctly and to

promote research smoothly. Provide this with memory dump to your support engineer.

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 LAN driver advanced setup tool

This tool sets details on the LAN.

z Intel

®

PROSet

Intel® PROSet is a tool for detailed LAN settings when you use Teaming function or configure VLAN.

1.2.3 Installing High Reliability Tools

Collective installation of all high reliability tools, provided with PRIMERGY, may be made by

specifying them in "Application Wizard".

The following high reliability tools are installed with ServerStart.

table: High reliability tools installation

High reliability tool

ServerView Console (for Apache)

ServerView Console (for IIS) M

RAID Management Tool I I

HRM/server I

DSNAP I S

®

PROSet

Intel

I : Installed automatically
N: Installed if selected (Not selected by default)
S: Installed if selected (Selected by default)
M: Install manually.

Quick Installation mode Expert mode

ServerStart installation

IS

II

N

N

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` Batch installation cannot be performed during OS installation since Windows Server 2008 and Linux

do not support OS installation by using ServerStart.

` ServerView is required configuration after installation even when the high reliability tools have been

installed at once with ServerStart. Refer to "Chapter 5 High Reliability Tools" (Jpg.107).

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` To use all functions of ServerView, "Java2 Runtime Environment Standard Edition" and "Web server"

are required. When using ServerStart to install the OS, "Java2 Runtime Environment Standard
Edition" is installed automatically. For Web server, you can use either of the following by selecting a
menu.

• ServerView Console (for Apache)
Install ServerView Web-Server (Web server for ServerView, Apache for Win32 base) and install
ServerView configuring to use this Web server.

• ServerView Console (for IIS)
Install Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS) supplied with Windows separately. ServerView is
installed with the setting to operate using IIS installed on the system.

` When IIS is not found in the system, ServerView Web-Server will be installed even if ServerView

Console (for IIS) is selected.
ServerView Console (for Apache) is selected by default. To install ServerView Console (for IIS), select
ServerView Console (for IIS). In this case, ServerView Console (for Apache) will not be installed.
ServerView Console (for IIS) cannot be installed in the Quick Installation mode.

` If the OS is installed on other than drive C using ServerStart, Intel

case, install Intel

®

PROSet manually. For details, refer to "4.6.1 Intel® PROSet Installation"

®

PROSet will not be installed. In this

(Jpg.101).

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1.3 Component Names and Functions

This section explains the component names and functions of the server and
baseboard.

1.3.1 Server (front view)

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t

u

e

s

rr

g

+

h j k

qq

i

a CD/DVD drive

The drive reads data or programs from a CD/DVD.

b CD/DVD access LED

The LED blinks when data is being read from a CD/DVD.

c CD/DVD eject button

Press the button to eject a CD/DVD.

Do not press this when the CD/DVD access LED is lit.

d LCD panel

The panel indicates system activities and hardware errors. It usually displays system activities.

When an error occurs, it automatically displays the system error.

e 5-inch storage bay

Install a 5-inch internal device.

l

mnop

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f Video connector ( )

Connect a display cable.

` The display may not function properly depending on the OS in use. Use the video connector on

the rear.

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g USB connector ( )

+

Connect peripheral equipment conforming to the USB standard (2.0 or 1.1).

h Hard disk access LED ( )

The LED is lit when data is being written to or read from a hard disk. When the hard disk is not

accessed, this is not lit. When a failure is detected in the internal hard disk unit or during rebuild,

this is blinking amber.

i LAN status LED ( )

The LEDs indicate LAN activity statuses.

table: Indication of LAN status LED

LED Description

Off No access

Green (blinking)

Accessing the LAN

j System status LED ( )

When an error is detected in parts inside of the server, the LED is lit or blinking yellow. If this

LED is lit or blinking, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide".

k System power LED ( )

The LED is lit green when the server is turned on.

It is lit amber when the server is not turned on (standby mode).

It is not lit when the power cable is unplugged.

l System ID LED ( )

The LED is used for maintenance. When the system ID LED button is pressed, the front and rear

LEDs are lit blue so that the locations of devices being maintained can be identified.

Also, the [Locate] button of ServerView can be used to light them.

m System ID LED button ( )

When the button is pressed, the front and rear system ID LEDs are lit blue so that the locations of

devices being maintained can be identified.

n System power button ( )

Press the button to turn on or off the server.

` Do not turn off the server when the hard disk access LED is blinking. Data in the hard disk may

be damaged.

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o System reset button ( )

Press the button to reset and restart the system.

p Maintenance button

The button is used for maintenance by your support personnel. Do not use this button by yourself.

q Fan module

The server has four system fans as a standard feature, and a redundant function is effective.

r Fan module failure LED

The LED indicates a fan module status. At a fan module failure, it is lit amber.

s 2.5-inch storage bay

Install internal hard disk units.

t Hard disk failure LED

In an array system configuration, the LED is lit amber when an error is detected in the internal

hard disk unit.

It is lit or blinking depending on the hard disk status as follows.

` Do not restart the system when the hard disk access LED is blinking. Data in the hard disk may

be damaged.

table: Indication of hard disk failure LED

LED Description

Off In normal mode or hot spare mode

Amber

Amber (blinking)

Error detected in the hard disk (in an array configuration)

Rebuilding or faulty hard disk replacement in progress

u Hard disk access LED

The LED is lit green when data is being written to or read from the hard disk. When the hard disk

is not accessed, it is not lit.

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1.3.2 Server (rear view)

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c

a

nk

a USB connector ( )

Connect peripheral equipment conforming to the USB standard (2.0 or 1.1).

+

de

j

mm

l

g

f

j

k

b Video connector ( )

Connect a display cable.

c Serial port connector ( )

Connect a cable of peripheral equipment conforming to the RS-232C standard such as a modem.

d PCI slot

Install expansion cards.

e Service LAN port

The LAN port is for the Remote Management Controller. By connecting a LAN cable, you can

use the Remote Management Controller function from a Web interface. For how to use the

Remote Management Controller, refer to "Appendix E Remote Management Controller"

Jpg.233).

(

f I/O riser card LAN port

The LAN ports are on an I/O riser card. Connect Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cables.

Available cables and indications of LEDs are the same as that of the onboard LAN port.

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h

i

㪣㪜㪛㩷㪙

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g Onboard LAN (10/100/1000BASE-T) port ( )

Connect Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cables.

For 1000Mbps connection, a category 5 enhanced cable is required.

For 10Mbps/100Mbps connection, a category 5 or higher cable is required.

Indications of LEDs are shown in the table below.

㪣㪜㪛㩷㪘 㪣㪜㪛㩷㪙

LED A Green Link is being established

LED B

h System ID LED button

When the button is pressed, the front and rear LEDs are lit blue so that the locations of devices

being maintained can be determined.

i System ID LED

When the system ID LED button is pressed, the LED is lit blue so that the locations of devices

being maintained can be identified.

Also, the [Locate] button of ServerView can be used to light them.

j Inlet

Connect power cables.

k Power supply unit status LED

Depending on the power supply unit status, the LED to be lit is different. Indications of LEDs are

shown in the table below.

table: Indication of LAN port LED

LED location LED Description

Green (blinking) Data is being transferred

Amber Connection established at 1000Mbps

Green Connection established at 100Mbps

Off Connection established at 10Mbps

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table: Indication of power supply unit status LED

LED Status

Right LED

Center LED

Left LED

Off No power is supplied

Green

Amber (blinking)

Green

Idle

Failure

Normal operation

l Power supply unit 2

m Release tie

When connecting the power cable, pass the cable through this release tie. It prevents the power

cable from unplugging when the server is pulled forward.

n Power supply unit 1

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e

d

a

b

c

a 5-inch storage bay

Install a 5-inch internal device.

b 2.5-inch storage bay

Install internal hard disk units.

c CPU

Install CPUs. Two CPUs are installed as a standard feature.

d PCI slot

Install expansion cards that enhance the server functions.

Expansion cards with a PCI bus interface can be installed in the PCI slots.

e Memory board

Two memory boards are installed as a standard feature, and up to four memory boards can be

installed. Up to eight memory modules can be installed in a memory board.

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1.3.4 Baseboard

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l

f

g

h

k

ji

a SAS array controller card connector

This is a connector for the SAS array controller card installed as a standard feature.

b SATA connector

Connect a SATA cable of the internal DVD-ROM unit.

c USB connector

When a 5-inch internal device option (USB) is installed, connect the USB cable.

d Memory board slot C and D

Install memory board C and D. Memory modules are in pairs on this server. Install each of the

pair in the same numbered memory slot of the memory board C and D respectively.

e I/O riser card slot

Install an I/O riser card. On the I/O riser card, there are LAN ports for Remote Management

Controller and I/O riser LAN.

f Memory fan connector

On the rear side of the server, four memory fans are installed in total.

g Jumper

For jumper settings, refer to "7.1 Jumper Settings" (Jpg.156).

f

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h PCI slot

b

Install expansion cards: from bottom to top in the figure, PCI slot 1 through 7.

i Memory board slot A and B

The slots are for memory board A and B. Memory board A and B are installed as a standard

feature.

Memory modules are in pairs on this server. Install each of the pair in the same numbered

memory slot of the memory board A and B respectively.

j Front panel connector

k Power connector

l CPU socket

Install CPUs. Two CPUs are installed as a standard feature. Up to four CPUs can be installed.

1.3.5 Memory Board

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[Upper view]

a

a Memory slot LED

Each LED position corresponds to that of the memory slot. The LEDs are turned off when

memory modules are functioning properly or no memory modules are installed. Amber LED

indicates an error for the corresponding memory module.

b Memory slot

Install memory modules. The slots are arranged in the order of memory slot 1 though 8 from the

connector side. A memory module is installed in memory slot 1 and 2 each as a standard feature.

In other slots, dummy memory modules are installed.

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1.4 Standard Operations

This section explains standard operations such as turning the server on/off and
handling the disk drive.

1.4.1 Opening the Rack Door

This section explains how to open the front and rear doors of the 40U standard rack.

For other racks, refer to the manual supplied with the rack.

 Opening the front door

1 Turn the rack key, and pull the rack handle up.

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2 Turn the handle in the direction of the arrow, and pull it.

 Opening the rear door

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Turn and then pull

1 Turn the rack key, and pull the rack handle up.

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2 Turn the handle in the direction of the arrow, and pull it.

` Unless you are inserting/removing media or turning on/off the power, keep the door closed. Keeping

the door closed blocks electric waves from cell phones, etc.

` Do not lose the key. If the key is lost, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start

Guide".

Turn and then pull

1.4.2 Turning On the Server

• Do not move, strike, or shake the server when it is turned on. This can damage
the hard disk in the server and cause data loss.

• Turn on the server when the temperature is in its operating environment range
(10-35°C). For details about the operating environment, refer to "Start Guide"
and "Safety Precautions".
When operating the device outside of this operating environment, the server
may operate improperly, damage data etc.
Furthermore, Fujitsu cannot be held responsible for any related damage,
malfunction, or loss of data, etc.

• The fans rotate at high speed immediately after the server is turned on, but this
is not defective. When the temperature is in the server's operating environment
range (10-35°C), they start to rotate at normal speed later.

• Be sure to wait for 10 seconds or more after shutdown before turning on the
server.

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1 Make sure the CD/DVD drive is empty.

2 Turn on the display and peripheral devices.

3 Press the system power button on the front of the server.

The server's system power LED is lit green.

When the power is turned on, the server performs Power On Self Tests (POST). If any

abnormalities are detected by POST, error messages are displayed.

J"8.2.2 Error Messages" (pg.193)

System power LED

System power
LED is lit green

System power button

` It may take a few seconds until the server is turned on.
` The time to turn on the server can be set with the ASR setting (on the [Power On/Off] tab) using

ServerView. For details, refer to

` To display the [Boot] menu where you can change the boot drives, press the [F12] key right after the

POST memory amount check.

 How to start BIOS Setup Utility" (pg.157)

J"

"3.4 Serious Error Handling (ASR)" in "ServerView User's Guide".

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1.4.3 Turning Off the Server

• In the event of smoke or sparks, immediately disconnect the electric
cord. Failure to do so may lead to a fire or electric shock.

• Follow the procedures below to turn off the server. Data can be lost if
these procedures are not followed correctly.

1 Make sure the CD/DVD drive is empty.

2 Shut down the OS.

After the OS is shut down, the server will be turned off.

` If the power is set not to be turned off after the OS is shut down, make sure the hard disk

access LED is off, and then press the system power button of the server. The system
power LED will be lit amber.

3 Turn off the display and peripheral devices.

• Be sure to wait for 10 seconds at least after shutdown before turning on the
server.

` The time to turn off the server can be set with the ASR setting (on the [Power On/Off] tab) using

ServerView. For details, refer to

"3.4 Serious Error Handling (ASR)" in "ServerView User's Guide".

 Cautions when turning the power off (Windows Server 2008 or

Windows Server 2003)

The operation of the power switch can be specified as "Do Nothing", "Prompt Input" (only for Windows

Server 2003), "Standby", "Hibernate", and "Shutdown" depending on the OS settings. The default is

"Shutdown".

On this server, functions corresponding to "Standby" and "Hibernate" are supported as BIOS and

hardware functions. However, some drivers and software installed in the server do not support these

functions. For this reason, functions corresponding to "Standby" and "Hibernate" are unavailable on this

server. When the operating mode is set to "Standby" or "Hibernate", the system may operate improperly

or hard disk data may be corrupted.

For details about operating mode settings, refer to the manual supplied with the OS.

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1.4.4 Inserting and Ejecting a CD/DVD

This section explains how to insert and eject a CD/DVD.

To prevent causes of mechanical failures, observe the precautions about handling CD/DVD stated

below.

Vision Damage

• Do not look at the light source of the CD/DVD drive laser beam directly. Doing
so may lead to visual damage.

 Cautions for handling drives

• Avoid an area with high humidity and airborne dust level. Electric shocks and/or server failures may

be caused by liquids such as water, or metallic items, such as paper clips, entering a drive.

• Do not use the drive in an area where is easily influenced by shocks and vibrations.

• Do not insert any objects other than the specific CD/DVDs.

• Do not pull on, press hard, or handle the CD/DVD tray roughly.

• Do not disassemble the CD/DVD drive.

• Before use, clean the CD/DVD tray using a soft, dry cloth.

• As a precaution, remove discs from the CD/DVD drive when the drive is not to be used for a long

time. Keep the CD/DVD tray closed to prevent foreign matter, such as dust, from entering the CD/

DVD drive.

 Cautions for handling media

• Hold CD/DVDs by their edges to avoid contact with the disc surface.

• Do not contaminate the CD/DVD surface with fingerprints, oil, dust, etc. If dirty, clean with a soft,

dry cloth, wiping from the center to the edge. Do not use benzene, thinners, water, record sprays,

antistatic agents, or silicone-impregnated cloth.

• Be careful not to damage the CD/DVD surface.

• Keep the CD/DVDs away from heat sources.

• Do not bend or place heavy objects on CD/DVDs.

• Do not write with a ballpoint pen or a pencil on the label (printed) side.

• Do not attach stickers or similar to the label side. Doing so may cause rotational eccentricity and

abnormal vibrations.

• When a CD/DVD is moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture condensation on the CD/

DVD surface can cause data read errors. In this case, wipe the CD/DVD with a soft, dry cloth then let

it air dry. Do not dry the CD/DVD using devices such as a hair dryer.

• To avoid dust, damage, and deformation, keep the CD/DVD in its case whenever it is not in use.

• Do not store CD/DVDs at high temperatures. Areas exposed to prolonged direct sunlight or near

heating appliances are to be avoided.

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 Inserting a CD/DVD

1 Make sure the server is turned on, and press the CD/DVD eject button.

The CD/DVD tray comes out a little.

2 Pull the CD/DVD tray open.

CD/DVD eject button

3 Place the CD/DVD with the label side up at the center of the tray.

Support the CD/DVD tray with your hand, and place the CD/DVD until it clicks.

CD/DVD

CD/DVD tray

` Do not close the CD/DVD tray with the improperly placed CD/DVD. It may damage the CD/

DVD or the drive.

` Do not touch the lens of the CD/DVD drive.

4 Close the CD/DVD tray.

Push the tray gently until it clicks into position.

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 Ejecting a CD/DVD

To eject a CD/DVD, make sure that the CD/DVD access LED is off, and then press the CD/DVD eject

button.

1.4.5 How to Use the LCD Panel

This server is equipped with an LCD that displays the server status. This lets you check the server status

on the LCD, both when the system is operating normally and when an error occurs, and promptly take

the necessary action.

 Opening the LCD panel

1 Press the LCD panel gently on the front of the server. After the LCD panel has

moved forward slightly, pull it towards you.

LCD panel

2 Adjust the angle of the LCD panel for a better view.

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` To close the LCD panel, simply reverse the open procedure. At this time, make sure the panel is facing

straight upwards before closing it.

z Operation of the LCD panel

Display

Cursor keys

Usually, the initial screen is displayed on the LCD. Use the cursor keys at the side of the display to see

various information messages. Use and to switch between information types.

The information messages can be scrolled using or . After scrolling to the last message, the

display goes back to the first one.

 Types of information displayed on the LCD panel

The following types of information are displayed on the screen.

z System information

The current system status, such as the server name, the IP address, and the operating system in use, are

displayed.

z Error log

Information on the errors that have occurred is displayed. An error is displayed in two lines. The first

line shows a description of the error, and the second line shows the date and time when the error

occurred.

` Up to 52 error logs can be displayed. To check logs later, refer to "8.3.1 How to Refer to Event Logs"

(Jpg.205).

z BIOS POST code

The POST code which the BIOS outputs at the I/O port 80h in the boot process is displayed.

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 Information display order on the LCD panel

When the system is in operation, the information displayed on the LCD panel changes in the following

order by pressing the button, "Initial screen" – "System information" – "User-defined information"

– "Error log" – "BIOS POST code".

FUJITSU

Releases

System Information
Message 1 of 13

Releases

ROOM21
SERVER 001

Keeps pressing

System Information
Message entries: 13

Releases

Operating System
Windows Server 2003

Keeps pressing

* The display is an example.

Keeps pressing Keeps pressing

System Information
Message 12 of 13

Releases

System Location
ROOM 21

IP Address 4

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System Event Log
Message entries: 40

Releases

System Event Log
Message 1 of 40

Releases

Housing open

27.01.2008 10:23:40

Ext. Temp is OK

27.02.2008 13:20:08

Keeps pressing

Power On Self Test

Releases

Keeps pressing Keeps pressing

System Event Log
Message 39 of 40

Releases

Exit. Temp is High

27.02.2008 13:16:03

40

Self Test Code: F8

Keeps pressing

FUJITSU

1.5 Workflow

To start the server operation, perform the following procedures.

Installing the server

Refer to "Safety Precautions" and "Start Guide" to install the server on a suitable location.

Preparing the server

- Install internal options

- Set configurations of hardware
Refer to "2.1 Preparation on the Server", "Chapter 6 Installing Internal Options" and

"Chapter 7 Configuring Hardware and Utilities".

Selecting an installation method and observing precautions on installation

Refer to "2.2 Selecting an Installation Method" to decide what installation method to use.
Prior to OS installation, observe precautions by referring to "2.3 Precautions on Installation".

PRIMERGY RX600 S4 User's Guide

OS installation

Refer to "Chapter 3 OS Installation" to install an OS.

Installing internal options

Refer to "Chapter 6 Installing Internal Options" to install the internal options.

Operations before running the server

Before operating the server, refer to "Chapter 4 Operations after OS Installation".

High reliability tools installation

Some tools require settings prior to the server operation.
For details on each high reliability tool, refer to "Chapter 5 High Reliability Tools".

Start operations

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Checking before OS

Installation

This chapter explains the preparation and
cautions for the server before OS installation.
Observe this chapter before starting installation.

2.1 Preparation on the Server

2.2 Selecting an Installation Method

2.3 Precautions on Installation

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2.1 Preparation on the Server

Before starting OS installation, prepare the server and perform hardware settings.

2.1.1 Installing Optional Devices

For details on how to install optional devices, refer to "Chapter 6 Installing Internal Options" (Jpg.115).

 When using Internal Data Cartridge Drive Unit

To install an OS with Internal Data Cartridge Drive Unit installed, check that no data cartridge is

inserted. If a data cartridge is inserted, remove it, and then start installing the OS.

 Installing optional external devices

To install an OS with an optional external device connected, check the following points.

• When using PRIMERGY SX35 whose internal hard disk units have an array configuration, delete the

array configuration. Once the array configuration is deleted, data in the array will also be deleted.

Make sure that no data exists in the disk before deleting the array configuration. If any data exists (for

example, when reinstalling the OS), back up the data. After the OS is installed, reset the array

configuration, and recover the backup data.

• When using an external storage system such as ETERNUS, do not turn on the power of the storage

system until the OS installation completes by, for example, unplugging the AC cable.

 Connecting a floppy disk drive unit (USB)

A floppy disk is required to install an OS by using ServerStart. Connect a USB floppy disk drive unit in

advance.

` Before turning on the server, connect a USB floppy disk drive. If you connect it after the server is

turned on, it may not be recognized properly. For details, refer to "Appendix C External Floppy Disk
Drive (USB) Notes on Usage" (Jpg.227).

 Cautions for installing an expansion card

When using an expansion card, read the notes on the expansion card.

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 Cautions for installing a memory module

The supported maximum capacity varies depending on the OS to be installed. Furthermore, since the

server uses part of memory as PCI resources, the maximum available capacity has limitation. The table

below describes maximum installable memory capacity and available memory capacity.

table: Installable memory capacity and available memory capacity

OS Installed memory capacity Available memory capacity

Windows Server 2008 (32-bit)
Windows Server 2003

Windows Server 2008 (64-bit)
Windows Server 2003 x64

Linux Installed memory capacity Same as the installed memory capacity

*1: For Windows Server 2003, up to 62GB memory can be installed. If the installed memory is larger than

62GB, memory dump cannot be obtained properly.

*2: To install more than 4GB memory, set Physical Address Extension (PAE) on an OS. By setting PAE, the

installed memory capacity can be used as the available memory capacity. For details on how to set PAE,
refer to the Microsoft Web site.
If CPU's Data Execution Prevention (DEP) feature is enabled, PAE for the OS will be automatically enabled.
However, setting the PAE on the OS is recommended in order to ensure the setting.
To enable CPU's DEP feature, start up BIOS Setup Utility, select the [Advanced] menu – the [Advanced
Processor Configuration] submenu, and set [Execute Disable Bit] to "Enabled".

Up to 3.0GB Same as the installed memory capacity

3.0GB to 64GB

Installed memory capacity Same as the installed memory capacity

*1

3.0GB

*2

 LAN cable

Connect a LAN cable to the server that is disconnected from the Internet.

` Security problems may occur if you access the Internet during setup operation. Do not access the

Internet until the setup completes.

When the OS installation and/or automatic installation of an application are performed without

connecting a LAN cable to a LAN card, an error may be recorded in the event viewer after setup

completes.

z When installing Windows Server 2003

Connect a LAN cable to a LAN card after Service Pack 2 is applied when:

• Performing a half-duplex connection with 10 Mbps

• Installing Intel

When an optional LAN card is installed and OS is installed by using ServerStart, Intel

automatically installed.

®

PROSet

®

PROSet is

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2.1.2 Hardware Settings

Setting BIOS Setup Utility is required in the following case. For details on how to set BIOS Setup

Utility, refer to "7.2 BIOS Setup Utility" (

 When changing boot drives

To change boot drives, start up BIOS Setup Utility, select the [Boot] menu, and then change boot drives.

For details on how to set boot drives, refer to "7.2.19 Boot Menu" (

Jpg.157).

Jpg.178).

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2.2 Selecting an Installation Method

This section explains supported OS and installation modes when installing an OS by
using ServerStart.

2.2.1 Supported OS

The following operating systems can be installed by using ServerStart V6.711.

• Microsoft

• Microsoft

• Microsoft

• Microsoft

• Microsoft

• Microsoft

• Microsoft

• Microsoft

®

Windows Server® 2003, Standard Edition

®

Windows Server® 2003, Enterprise Edition

®

Windows Server® 2003, Standard x64 Edition

®

Windows Server® 2003, Enterprise x64 Edition

®

Windows Server® 2003 R2, Standard Edition

®

Windows Server® 2003 R2, Enterprise Edition

®

Windows Server® 2003 R2, Standard x64 Edition

®

Windows Server® 2003 R2, Enterprise x64 Edition

` ServerStart does not support OS installation of Windows Server 2008 / Linux.
` Any of unsupported OS can not be installed.
` Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 can be installed.

2.2.2 Installation Modes of ServerStart

Multiple methods are available to install an OS by using ServerStart. Refer to the following to decide

which mode to use for the installation.

 Quick Installation mode

This mode completes OS installation by executing plain settings. Select this mode when you want to

install an OS quickly and simply. To install an OS while maintaining the established RAID

environment, select the Quick Installation mode.

Select "Logical Disk 0" in the [Select the Boot Controller and Boot Disk] window and install the OS.

 Expert mode

In this mode, start up Disk Manager and format the partition where your OS is installed prior to

installation of the OS. Select the Expert mode only when installing the OS while maintaining the

existing partitions.

Also, when using ServerStart while maintaining the existing partitions, start up Disk Manager, format an

installation partition and install the OS.

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2.3 Precautions on Installation

Observe all the following notes before starting OS installation.

2.3.1 Installation Partition Size

The installation partition sizes are stated as below when using ServerStart to install your OS.

• Maximum size: 2TB

• Minimum size: 2200MB

z Notes

• When setting the OS and BOOT partitions on different partitions, specify the partition size directly.

The BOOT partition indicates the partition for startup. Minimum information required for startup

such as "ntldr" is allocated on the partition. The OS partition indicates the partition for installing the

OS.

• In either of the following cases, specify a partition size 2TB or less.

• When the same partition is specified as the OS and BOOT partitions

• When different partitions are specified as the OS and BOOT partitions

• The OS cannot be installed on a partition larger than 2TB.

2.3.2 Notes on Configuring RAID

A SAS array controller card (MegaRAID SAS) is installed in this server as a standard feature.

Observe the following notes before configuring RAID.

 Hard disk unit

• Only internal hard disk units can be used. Although up to eight internal hard disk units can be

installed in this server, the number of available hard disk units to be installed varies depending on the

RAID level. For details, refer to manuals in Array Controller Document & Tool CD.

• Be sure to use hard disk units of the same model with the same capacity.

 Array configuration

For RAID configuration, refer to "MegaRAID SAS User's Guide" in Array Controller Document & Tool

CD.

 Checking before OS installation

Before OS installation, check the following. For details, refer to "MegaRAID SAS User's Guide" in

Array Controller Document & Tool CD.

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z When a RAID-configured disk is used

Before using a RAID-configured disk, delete a physical pack.

z The number of hard disk units

If the number of actually installed units is less than that of the setting for the number of units (plus one,

when hot spare is specified), installation using ServerStart is aborted because of an error.

When the number of actually installed hard disk units is larger than the configured, the disk units are set

up according to the setting. Extra units will be configured as standby disk units. You can add a physical

pack later.

2.3.3 Cautions for Using ServerStart

Observe the cautions described below when the OS installation is performed with ServerStart.

 Operating ServerStart

Mainly, a mouse is used for ServerStart operations. In some cases, operation with the [Tab] key or

cursor are not available. Be sure to use a mouse while operating ServerStart.

 Configuration file (SerStartBatch.ini)

A configuration file stores the server setup and client information configured in ServerStart. To create a

configuration file, use the ServerStart floppy disk supplied with this server. Store only one file on each

floppy disk. Do not set the ServerStart floppy disk to the write-protected state. You can use any name for

the configuration file. However, the file must be installed in the server as "SerStartBatch.ini". When

installing the configuration file, make sure to save it as "SerStartBatch.ini" on the ServerStart floppy

disk. Start up ServerStart, insert the ServerStart floppy disk containing "SerStartBatch.ini", and click

[Start] to install the server.

 Ejecting PRIMERGY Startup Disc

Do not eject PRIMERGY Startup Disc while ServerStart is running. If the PRIMERGY Startup Disc is

ejected and inserted again, ServerStart starts up in multiple windows, and settings you have made may

be lost.

 Exiting ServerStart

After operation in the Expert mode, exiting ServerStart restarts the system. Remove discs from the

floppy disk and CD/DVD drives, and click [OK]. When the display on the screen disappears, turn off the

system.

 License for use of system for ServerStart

"License for Use of System for ServerStart" linked from the ServerStart startup window is a license for

use of Windows PE contained in ServerStart of the PRIMERGY Startup Disc. Windows PE for starting

up ServerStart can be only used for installing, Windows Server 2003 R2, and Windows Server 2003,

provided under a separate legal license.

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 Display of onboard LAN

Display of an onboard LAN on the OS is as below when OS installation is performed with ServerStart.

table: Display of onboard LAN

LAN port

Onboard LAN Local Area Connection

I/O riser card LAN Local Area Connection

Property on
My Network

LAN device name

®

PRO/1000 EB Network Connection with I/O Acceleration

Intel

®

Intel

82575EB Gigabit Network Connection

 Adapter numbers

For ServerStart, onboard multiple LAN adapters (network adapter) can be configured with OS

installation wizard. To configure multiple LAN cards, select the adapter numbers in order of Adapter 1

and Adapter 2, and enter settings for each adapter. Note that the order of adapter numbers is not

necessarily the same as the order of slots for the installed LAN adapters. This means that the setting for

Adapter 1 is not always applied to the onboard LAN. After installing the OS, check the LAN adapters to

make sure that they are configured as intended.

 Setting up printers

ServerStart does not support setup of printers. Perform installation after setup is completed.

2.3.4 Automatic Driver Installation with ServerStart

ServerStart supports automatic driver installation for the following expansion cards.

table: Automatic driver installation

Onboard controller or card type Product ID Bus

Onboard IDE/SATA

Onboard LAN

I/O riser card (standard)

Onboard VGA

SAS array controller card (standard)

LAN card

SAS array controller card PG-244C / PG-248G1 PCI-E

SAS card PG-228B / PG-224B PCI-E

SCSI card PG-2281 PCI-E

Fibre channel card PG-FC202 PCI-E

––

– PCI-E

– PCI-E

–

– PCI-E

PG-289 / PG-288 / PG-2861

PCI

PCI-E

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OS Installation

This chapter explains how to install the OS in the
server using ServerStart.

3.1 Quick Installation Mode

3.2 Expert Mode

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3.1 Quick Installation Mode

In the Quick Installation mode, the OS is installed after configuring minimum required
settings. To install the OS quickly and easily, use the Quick Installation mode.

` To install the OS while maintaining the established RAID environment, select the Quick Installation

mode.

1 Turn on the server, and insert PRIMERGY Startup Disc immediately.

ServerStart starts up. The select-media window for the configuration file appears.

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2 Insert the ServerStart floppy disk supplied with the server. Make sure that "on

local drive (floppy/USB stick)" and "A:" are selected, and click [Continue].

` Set the ServerStart floppy disk in the write-enabled state.
` When installing the OS without using the ServerStart floppy disk, select [No status backup],

and click [Next]. When configuring RAID by using ServerStart, you cannot select [No status
backup].

The [Initialization of ServerStart core running] window appears, and the ServerStart initialization

process starts. Depending on hardware configuration, this process may take a few minutes. After

completion, the license agreement window appears.

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3 Click [Accept].

The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.

4 Select [Quick Installation], and click [Next].

The [Select the Boot Controller and Boot Disk] window appears.

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5 Set configuration of the RAID and disks, and click [Next].

To install the OS while maintaining the established RAID environment

Select "Logical Disk 0", and specify partition size to be created.

One partition can be created. Select "Logical Disk 0" even if the RAID is not required to be

created.

To configure RAID

Select "create new RAID array with one partition", and specify the RAID level to be configured

and the size of the partition.

All existing RAID will be deleted. One partition can be created.

` When [Auto] is selected, the RAID is configured with the following levels, depending on the

number of the installed disk units.

• When two hard disk units are installed: RAID 1

• When three hard disk units are installed: RAID 5

• When four or more hard disk units are installed: RAID 5 with hot spare function

` The configurations of the created partitions are as follows.

• Volume label: system

• File system: NTFS

• Partition configuration: Boot/OS

The [Please select the OS to install] window appears.

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6 Select the OS to be installed, and click [Next].

The [Configure your unattended Windows Installation] window appears.

7 Set the items, and click [Next].

The [Summary] window appears.

8 Confirm the settings, and click [Start Installation].

9 Click [Start now].

Installation starts.

When a message prompts you to insert Array Controller Document & Tool CD

Insert the Array Controller Document & Tool CD, and click [OK].

When a message prompts you to insert Service Pack CD-ROM

Insert the Service Pack CD-ROM, and click [OK].

10 When a message prompts you to insert the OS CD/DVD, insert the CD/DVD,

and click [OK].

For Windows Server 2003 / Windows Server 2003 x64

1. Insert the OS CD/DVD (Installation disc).

The license agreement window appears.

2. Click [Accept].

After files are copied, a message prompts you to eject the CD/DVD and floppy disk.

For Windows Server 2003 R2 / Windows Server 2003 R2 x64

1. Insert the OS CD/DVD (Installation disc) Disc 1.

The license agreement window appears.

2. Click [Accept].

After files are copied, a message prompts you to insert the Disc 2.

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3. Insert the OS CD/DVD (Installation disc) Disc 2.

After files are copied, a message prompts you to eject the CD/DVD and floppy disk.

11 Eject the CD/DVD and floppy disk, and click [OK].

The system restarts. The system continues the installation operation after the restart.

Setup of OS GUI and installation of LAN utility and Active Directory are performed

automatically.

12 When a confirmation message to restart appears, click [Restart].

The system restarts and installs high reliability tools.

` Thus the Command Prompt windows may appear and disappear during installation of Server-

View, the installation process is properly proceeding.

` When using Microsoft media, the screen to enter a product key may be displayed during OS

installation. When the entry screen is displayed, enter the product key again.

13 Restart the system.

Press the [Enter] key when a message notifies completion of installation.

Click [Start] – [Shutdown] to restart the system.

After the system restarts, enter the password you have set to log on.

14 Configure settings for RAID Management Tool (ServerView RAID).

For details, refer to the manuals in Array Controller Document & Tool CD.

• Setting an array administrator account

A Windows user account is required when using ServerView RAID. Create a group named

"raid-adm", and create an account with any name for an array administrator within the group

"raid-adm".

• Setting HDD Check Scheduler

Modify the settings of HDD Check Scheduler if necessary. It has been set for 12 o'clock every

day as a default setting.

• Setting Battery Recalibration Scheduler

Modify the settings of Battery Recalibration Scheduler if necessary. It has been set for 11

o'clock on the first day of every month as a default setting.

15 Configure settings for ServerView.

Refer to "2.4 Setting after Installation" in "ServerView User's Guide" to configure the necessary

settings.

The server setup and OS installation have been completed.

Refer to "Chapter 4 Operations after OS Installation" (

before starting server operations.

Jpg.73), and perform necessary procedures

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3.2 Expert Mode

In the Expert mode, start up Disk Manager, format the installation partition, and install
the OS. Use this mode only when you want to perform installation while maintaining
the existing partitions.

3.2.1 Starting Up the Expert Mode

Start up the Expert mode.

1 Turn on the server, and insert PRIMERGY Startup Disc immediately.

ServerStart starts up. The select-media window for the configuration file appears.

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2 Insert the ServerStart floppy disk supplied with the server. Make sure that

"Removable media" and "A:" are selected, and click [Continue].

` Set the ServerStart floppy disk in the write-enabled state.
` When installing the OS without using the ServerStart floppy disk, select [No status backup],

and click [Next].

The [Initialization of ServerStart core running] window appears, and the ServerStart initialization

process starts. Depending on hardware configuration, this process may take a few minutes. After

completion, the license agreement window appears.

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3 Click [Accept].

The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.

4 Select [Expert Installation], and click [Next].

The [Create a ServerStart Floppy Disk] window appears.

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5 Click [Build a ServerStart Floppy Disk].

Creation of a ServerStart floppy disk starts. When the creation is completed, the "Floppy disk has

been created." message appears.

6 Click [OK].

The [Please Select your Keyboard] window appears.

7 Select your keyboard language from the drop-down list, and click [OK].

The subsequent start procedure may take several minutes.

The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.

8 Click [Click here to prepare and/or initiate an operating system installation].

The [Select the operating system to be installed] window appears.

Click [Special Hints on Operating System Installation], and observe them carefully. Important

information such as limitations on configuration of hard disk units is described.

9 Click [MS Windows Operating Systems].

The [Microsoft Windows Operating System Installation] window appears.

10 Click [Install MS Windows Server 2003 or MS Small Business Server (SBS)

2003].

The [Installation of MS Windows Server 2003] window appears.

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11 Click [Install MS (OS) interactively (expertise required)].

The Expert mode starts.

Start up the configuration tools to set items. Exiting a tool returns to the display to the Expert

mode window.

` Make sure to open the menu of each wizard and confirm the settings.

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Start up Disk Manager, and format the installation partition.

1 Click [Use Disk Manager to partition and format your disk drives].

Disk Manager starts up.

2 Format the OS installation partition. Select the OS installation partition, and

click the [Partition] menu – [Format].

The [Format Partition] window appears.

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` Be sure to set the active partition on drive C.
` In the Expert mode, you can install an OS only on drive C.

3 Set items, and click [Format].

The partition is formatted.

4 When the formatting is completed, click the [File] menu – [Exit].

Disk Manager closes, and the display returns to the Expert mode window.

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3.2.3 OS Installation Wizard

Set computer information, user information, and the network protocol.

ServerStart can configure multiple network patterns. When configuring a domain controller, refer to

"Using ServerStart to Configure the Network".

` The setup windows vary depending on the OS to be installed. For example, operation on Windows

Server 2003 R2 is given below. Windows Server 2003 R2 is corresponding to your OS to be installed.

1 Click [Installation Wizard for MS Windows Server 2003].

A message prompts you to specify the configuration file.

2 Click [No].

The [Windows Installation] window appears.

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3 Enter the password in [Password for Administrator account] and [Please repeat

Password], and click [Next].

` If the passwords of [Password for Administrator account] and [Please repeat Password] are

not identical, an error message appears. Enter the password correctly.

The [Computer Identification] window appears.

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4 Set items, and click [next].

The [Installation Directory and Time Zone] window appears.

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5 Set items, and click [next].

The [User Name] window appears.

6 Set items, and click [next].

The [Display Settings] window appears.

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7 Set items, and click [next].

The [Network Protocol] window appears.

8 Set items, and click [next].

The [Software Components] window appears.

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` If Windows Server 2003 R2 is selected at the Computer Identification, R2 components are

always copied to the hard disk. To install the components, click [Properties], and check the box
of the components to be installed.

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9 Set items, and click [next].

The [Services] window appears.

` Simple Network Management Protocol is always installed. Click [Properties] to change the set-

tings.

10 Set items, and click [leave wizard].

The display returns to the Expert mode window.

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3.2.4 Application Wizard

Set configurations for installation of supplied applications such as high reliability tools. Open those

windows, and confirm the settings carefully.

1 Click [Application Wizard: Select additional software components].

The application wizard appears.

2 From the list in [Installable applications], select application software to be

installed, and click [>>].

Set all applications to be installed on the [Selected applications] list.

` Although the selection can be released in the Expert mode, it may take a long time to restore

the system when errors occur without the management tools. Be sure to install these tools.

• RAID Management Tool

• ServerView Console (Apache) or ServerView Console (IIS)

•DSNAP

•HRM/server

` Only Service Pack 2 is available to perform automatic installation with ServerStart.

3 Click [leave wizard].

The application wizard closes.

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3.2.5 Starting OS Installation

Install the operating system to the server.

Notes on the installation

` When the installation partition is not empty, a confirmation message appears. Unless otherwise

considered as a problem, click [OK] to continue the installation procedure.

` If an incorrect setting (such as the CD key) is found during installation, an error window will appear.

Enter the correct values in the window to continue the installation procedure. However, corrections
made here are not reflected on the configuration file.

1 Click [Click here, to Start the Installation of (OS)].

A confirmation window asking whether you want to save the current settings appears.

2 Click [Yes].

The following window appears.

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3 Enter the file name, and click [Save As].

Installation starts automatically.

When a message prompts you to insert Array Controller Document & Tool CD

Insert the Array Controller Document & Tool CD, and click [OK].

When a message prompts you to insert Service Pack CD-ROM

Insert the Service Pack CD-ROM, and click [OK].

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4 When a message prompts you to insert the OS CD/DVD, insert the CD/DVD,

and click [OK].

For Windows Server 2003 / Windows Server 2003 x64

1. Insert the OS CD/DVD (Installation disc).

The license agreement window appears.

2. Click [Accept].

After files are copied, a message prompts you to eject the CD/DVD and floppy disk.

For Windows Server 2003 R2 / Windows Server 2003 R2 x64

1. Insert the OS CD/DVD (Installation disc) Disc 1.

The license agreement window appears.

2. Click [Accept].

After files are copied, a message prompts you to insert the Disc 2.

3. Insert the OS CD/DVD (Installation disc) Disc 2.

After files are copied, a message prompts you to eject the CD/DVD and floppy disk.

5 Eject the CD/DVD and floppy disk, and click [OK].

The system restarts. The system continues the installation operation after restart.

Setup of OS GUI and installation of LAN utility, Service Pack, and Active Directory are

performed automatically.

6 When a confirmation message to restart appears, click [Restart].

The system restarts and installs high reliability tools.

` Thus the Command Prompt windows may appear and disappear during installation of Server-

View, the installation process is properly proceeding.

7 Press the [Enter] key when a message notifies completion of installation.

8 Restart the system.

Click [Start] – [Shutdown], and restart the system.

After the system restarts, enter the password you have set to log on.

9 Configure settings for RAID Management Tool (ServerView RAID).

For details, refer to the manuals in Array Controller Document & Tool CD.

• Setting an array administrator account

A Windows user account is required when using ServerView RAID. Create a group named

"raid-adm", and create an account with any name for an array administrator within the group

"raid-adm".

• Setting HDD Check Scheduler

Modify the settings of HDD Check Scheduler if necessary. It has been set for 12 o'clock every

day as a default setting.

• Setting Battery Recalibration Scheduler

Modify the settings of Battery Recalibration Scheduler if necessary. It has been set for 11

o'clock on the first day of every month as a default setting.

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10 Configure settings for ServerView.

Refer to "2.4 Setting after Installation" in "ServerView User's Guide" to configure the necessary

settings.

The server setup and OS installation have been completed.

Refer to "Chapter 4 Operations after OS Installation" (

before starting server operations.

Jpg.73), and perform necessary procedures

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This chapter explains the operations to be
performed after OS installation. Be sure to
perform these operations before operating the
server.

4.1 Memory Dump / Paging File Setting

4.2 Creating Backup Data for System Recovery

4.3 Storing the System Configuration Information

4.4 Creating Maintenance Tools and Driver Disks

4.5 Notes before Operating the Server

4.6 LAN Driver Advanced Setup [Intel® PROSet]

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4.1 Memory Dump / Paging File Setting

Before starting operating this server, configure the setting for obtaining memory
dump.

z Memory dump

Debugging information, when memory dump has been set, will be automatically saved in case that a

STOP error (fatal system error) occurs in the system. Error causes may be apparent by analyzing the

saved memory dump.

When a large-capacity memory is installed, care shall be exercised to configure the settings of the

memory dump file. The settings for obtaining memory dump should be configured after installing the

files to be used for operations (OS, applications, etc.).

4.1.1 How to Obtain Memory Dump

Check the following settings before starting configuration to obtain memory dump.

 Checking hard disk free space

To obtain memory dump, sufficient hard disk capacity is required for creating paging files and memory

dump files. The obtainable dump types and required hard disk capacity are as follows.

z Complete memory (full) dump

When the system unexpectedly stops, contents of the whole system memory are recorded. The file is

stored in the directory displayed in the [Dump file] box.

• Paging file: Installed physical memory + 11MB (Recommended: Installed physical memory × 1.5)

• Memory dump file: Equivalent to installed physical memory

` When collecting a complete memory dump on a computer where there is 2GB or more of memory

installed, use the registry editor to set the registry as follows.

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\CrashControlCrash-

DumpEnabled = 1 (complete memory dump)

For details, refer to Microsoft information (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/274598/).

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z Kernel memory dump

Information of only kernel memory space is recorded. The file is stored in the directory displayed in the

[Dump file] box. Capacity required for kernel memory dump is as follows.

• Paging file: Depending on installed physical memory amount

For memory of 256 to 1,373MB - Installed physical memory × 1.5

For memory of 1,374MB or more - 32-bit system: 2GB + 16MB, 64-bit system: Installed physical

memory + 128MB

• Memory dump file: Depending on the kernel-mode address space being used during STOP

z Small memory dump

Minimum information to identify a problem is recorded. When this option is selected, a new file is

created each time the system unexpectedly stops.

Those file histories are stored in the directory displayed in [Small dump directory].

• Paging file: Minimum 2MB

• Memory dump file: 64KB or 128KB

 Memory dump file setting

Set up the memory dump file according to the following procedures.

1 Log on to the server with the administrator account.

2 Check the free space of the drive where the memory dump file is to be stored.

Check the required free space according to " Checking hard disk free space" (Jpg.74).
If the drive has insufficient free space, refer to " Cannot collect the memory dump" (Jpg.202).

3 Display the [System Properties] window.

For Windows Server 2008

1. Click [Start] – [Control Panel].

Control Panel appears.

2. Double-click the [System] icon.

System Control Panel appears.

3. From the tasks, select [Advanced system settings].

The [System Properties] window appears.

For Windows Server 2003

1. Click [Start] – [Control Panel] – [System].

The [System Properties] window appears.

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4 Click the [Advanced] tab, and click [Settings] in [Startup and Recovery].

The [Startup and Recovery] window appears.

5 Complete the settings as follows:

1. In the [Write debugging information] section, select the memory dump file type.

• Complete memory dump

The whole system memory information is recorded to the memory dump file.

• Kernel memory dump

Only kernel memory is recorded to the memory dump file.

• Small memory dump (64KB)

Minimum information is recorded to the memory dump file.

Each time a fatal error occurs, a new file is created in the directory specified in [Small

dump directory].

2. In [Dump file] or [Small dump directory], specify the directory to save the memory
dump file, with its full path.

For kernel memory dump or complete memory dump, when you check the box of the

[Overwrite any existing file], debugging information is overwritten to the specified file

every time.

6 Click [OK] to close the [Startup and Recovery] window.

7 Click [OK] to close the [System Properties] window.

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8 Restart the system.

The setting is enabled after the system restarts.

 Paging file setting

Set up the paging file according to the following procedures.

1 Log on to the server with the administrator account.

2 Check the free space of the drive where the system has been installed.

Check the required free space according to " Checking hard disk free space" (Jpg.74).

If the drive has insufficient free space, refer to "

3 Display the [System Properties] window.

For Windows Server 2008

1. Click [Start] – [Control Panel].

Control Panel appears.

2. Double-click the [System] icon.

System Control Panel appears.

3. From the tasks, select [Advanced system settings].

The [System Properties] window appears.

For Windows Server 2003

1. Click [Start] – [Control Panel] – [System].

The [System Properties] window appears.

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 Cannot collect the memory dump" (Jpg.202).

4 Click the [Advanced] tab, and click [Settings] in [Performance].

The [Performance Options] window appears.

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5 Click the [Advanced] tab.

For Windows Server 2008

For Windows Server 2003

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6 In the [Virtual memory] section, click [Change].

The [Virtual Memory] window appears.

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` If [Automatically manage paging file size for all drivers] is checked, uncheck it.

For Windows Server 2003

7 Select the drive where the paging file is to be created.

In [Drive], select the drive where the system is installed.

The selected drive is displayed in [Drive] in [Paging file size for selected drive].

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8 Select [Custom size], and enter a value in [Initial size].

The value depends on the type of the set dump file.

Set a value larger than the value shown in [Recommended] in [Total paging file size for all

drives].

` When a smaller value is specified for the paging file size, performance may be affected. For

maximum system efficiency, be sure to set [Initial size] with a value larger than the [Recom­mended] size described in [Total paging file size for all drives]. The recommended size is total
memory installed in the system × 1.5. However, if a program occupies a large part of memory is
regularly used, set a larger size as required.

9 Enter a value in [Maximum size].

Set a value larger than the [Initial size].

10 Click [Set].

The settings are saved, and the value specified is displayed in [Paging File Size] of [Drive].

11 Click [OK] to close the [Virtual Memory] window.

12 Click [OK] to close the [Performance Options] window.

13 Click [OK] to close the [System Properties] window.

14 Restart the system.

The setting is enabled after the system is restarted.

 Rebooting after OS dump setting

Rebooting may not be executed when the server fails even if rebooting has been set after obtaining

dumping.

Immediate provision may be required when the server fails. However, configure the settings of

rebooting with the Software Watchdog, when continuous operation is required. For details and

configuration procedures for the Software Watchdog, refer to "3.4 Serious Error Handling (ASR)" in

"ServerView User's Guide".

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4.2 Creating Backup Data for System Recovery

After OS installation is complete, create backup data for system recovery, which
enables the system to be recovered if an error occurred.

` After OS installation or changing the system configuration, make sure to perform this procedure to

create backup data.

` Before turning on the server, connect a USB floppy disk drive. For details, refer to "Appendix C

External Floppy Disk Drive (USB) Notes on Usage" (Jpg.227).

4.2.1 Windows Server 2008

After installing Windows Server 2008, back up the whole server configuration to a shared folder on

another server or media such as a DVD.

Windows Server Backup function

` For Windows Server 2008, you can back up and restore the whole system by using the "Windows

Server Backup" function.
After installation, perform a full backup for the whole server configuration only once. After that, you can
specify to automatically perform incremental backup that stores only the data changed. Set or operate

it according to the operation configuration.

` Windows Server backup does not support a tape device. When using a tape device, use software for

tape backup.

` If setting up Windows Server 2008 Server Core, backup via the MMC console and Windows

PowerShell are not supported. Only command line (Wbadmin command) backup is supported.

z Installing backup components

In Windows Server 2008 default settings, backup components are not installed. Install them in advance.

1 Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Administrative Tools] – [Server Manager].

Server Manager starts.

2 In [Add Features], check [Windows Server Backup Features], and install the

backup components.

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z Creating backup data

Follow the procedure below to back up the whole server configuration.

1 Click [Start] – [Administrative Tools] – [Windows Server Backup].

2 From the operation menu, select [Backup Once].

3 In [Select backup configuration], select [Full server].

4 In [Specify destination type], select [Remote shared folder].

` Specify a shared folder on another server or a DVD drive as a backup destination. The desti-

nation should not be on your server.

5 Select options if necessary, and start backup.

When backup is complete, the status (succeeded or failed) will be displayed in the message part

of the [Windows Server Backup] window.

4.2.2 Windows Server 2003

When Windows Server 2003 is installed, create the Automated System Recovery (ASR) set. To create it,

an unused formatted floppy disk and media to store the backup file are required.

` Only system information can be restored by using the Automated System Recovery (ASR) set that is

created in this procedure. Data such as files you created are not included. Regular data backup by
using a backup device is recommended. For backup, refer to "8.5 Backup" (Jpg.209).

1 Click [Start] – [Programs] – [Accessories] – [System Tools] – [Backup].

The [Backup or Restore Wizard] window appears.

2 Click [Next].

The [Backup or Restore] window appears.

3 Select [Back up files and settings], and then click [Next].

The [Items to Create Backups] window appears.

4 Select [All information on this computer], and then click [Next].

The [Backup Type, Destination, and Name] window appears.

5 Enter a name and a destination of the backup file, and then click [Next].

The [Completing the Backup or Restore Wizard] window appears.

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6 Click [Finish].

Backup process starts.

7 If a message prompts you to insert a floppy disk, insert the floppy disk, and click

[OK].

Automated system recovery disk is created.

8 When the process is completed, a message appears. Eject the floppy disk

according to the message, and put a label on it.

Label example: "Windows Automated System Recovery Disk: Backup.bkf, Created at 12:00 04/

01/2008"

9 Click [OK] to exit [Backup Utility].

10 Click [Close] to close the [Backup Progress] window.

An automated system recovery set has been created.

Store the automated system recovery set just created for sure.

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4.3 Storing the System Configuration Information

Before starting operations and when changing the system configuration information,
store the configuration information. By storing this information, the system can be
recovered with the stored information in case of a system failure (such as when the
baseboard fails). Use Server Management Tools for storing and recovering the
system configuration information.

` Since the system configuration information is significant in maintaining the server, be sure to store the

configuration information after the following operations:

• When the information is changed with BIOS Setup Utility

• When the hardware configuration of this server is changed (e.g. memory, hard disk unit, baseboard
or expansion card is added/removed or changed)

• When the Remote Management Controller information is changed

` The stored system configuration information will be used for maintenance operation.

 Cautions

• "Server Management Tools" disk is exclusively for this server. Do not use it on other systems.

Otherwise, the systems may be damaged.

• Only the information that is configured with BIOS Setup Utility and the configuration information of

the Remote Management Controller can be stored/recovered. However, a user account for the

Remote Management Controller and the license information of the Remote Management Ctrl

Upgrade kit cannot be stored.

• Make sure to perform this operation only when the server is started with the "Server Management

Tools" disk. Do not run Server Management Tools on the server started from the hard disk or by the

other floppy disk. Otherwise, the system may be damaged.

• Do not eject a floppy disk while the floppy disk access LED is lit. Such an action may lead not only

to corruption of the floppy disk data but also an unstable state of the system.

• If an error message appears while running Server Management Tools, respond to the message

according to "

 Server Management Tools error messages" (Jpg.199).

 Creating "Server Management Tools" disk

The "Server Management Tools" disk is required to be created when stated as "blank" on the label of the

"Server Management Tools" disk supplied with the server. Create the "Server Management Tools" disk

by referring to "4.4 Creating Maintenance Tools and Driver Disks" (

Jpg.87).

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4.3.1 Storing the BIOS Information and the Remote Management Controller Information

Store the BIOS information and the Remote Management Controller information according to the

following procedures.

` Before starting the operation, if the boot monitoring function of ServerView is enabled, disable it (it is

disabled by default). If you start up the system while the boot monitoring function remains effective, the
operation of the server may become unpredictable at such times as an abrupt power interruption or
restart.
If it is necessary to operate the server with the boot monitoring function enabled, enable the function
after storing the BIOS information and the Remote Management Controller information. For details of
ServerView, refer to "ServerView User's Guide".

` The "Server Management Tools" disk is required to be created when stated as "blank" on the label of

the "Server Management Tools" disk, supplied with the server. Create the "Server Management Tools"
disk by referring to "4.4 Creating Maintenance Tools and Driver Disks" (Jpg.87).

` Connect a USB floppy disk drive, and configure settings in "7.2.19 Boot Menu" (Jpg.178) to give the

highest priority to the USB floppy disk drive.

1 Insert the "Server Management Tools" disk, and turn on the server.

The window for selecting a keyboard appears.

Please select:

1 = JP Keyboard

2 = US Keyboard

Your selection

2 Select a keyboard.

Select [1] for Japanese keyboard or select [2] for English keyboard. Japanese keyboard is

selected by default.

3 When the DOS Prompt window appears, enter the following command, and

press the [Enter] key.

A:\SMT>BIOSSAVE.bat

4 If the BIOS information or the Remote Management Controller information is

stored successfully, the following message appears.

Success !

5 Confirm that the stored information files are created.

Enter the following command to display the stored information files which are created.

A:\SMT>dir

The BIOS information has been stored. The server can now be turned off safely.

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4.3.2 Recovering the BIOS Information and the Remote Management Controller Information

If the information configured with BIOS Setup Utility was deleted due to a drain of the built-in server

battery, etc., restore the BIOS information according to the following procedures.

` Do not turn off the server while a program is running.
` Before starting the operation, if the boot monitoring function of ServerView is enabled, disable it (it is

disabled by default).
If you start up the system while the boot monitoring function remains effective, the operation of the
server may become unpredictable at such times as an abrupt power interruption or restart. If the server
is operated with the boot monitoring function enabled, enable the function again before resuming
operation.
For details of ServerView, refer to "ServerView User's Guide".

` Connect a USB floppy disk drive, and configure settings in "7.2.19 Boot Menu" (Jpg.178) to give the

highest priority to the USB floppy disk drive.

1 Insert the "Server Management Tools" disk, and turn on the server.

The window for selecting a keyboard appears.

Please select:

1 = JP Keyboard

2 = US Keyboard

Your selection

2 Select a keyboard.

Select [1] for Japanese keyboard or select [2] for English keyboard. Japanese keyboard is

selected by default.

3 When the DOS Prompt window appears, confirm that the stored BIOS

information files are in the floppy disk.

Enter the following command to confirm that the stored information files are in the floppy disk.

A:\SMT>dir

4 Enter the following command, and press the [Enter] key.

A:\SMT>BIOSREST.bat

5 If the BIOS information is restored correctly, the following message appears.

Success !

6 The BIOS information will be enabled after the next system restart. Restart the

server.

Perform Step 1 to display the DOS Prompt window.

The restoration procedure has been completed. The server can now be turned off safely.

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4.4 Creating Maintenance Tools and Driver Disks

This section explains how to create the server maintenance tools and driver disks
with FloppyBuilder function of ServerStart.

With FloppyBuilder function of ServerStart, you can create the following tools:

• "Server Management Tools" disk

• DOS Diskette

FloppyBuilder can be used under environments such as:

• The ServerStart system started on a client computer (recommended)

• The ServerStart system started from PRIMERGY Startup Disc on the server

` When creating the tools on a client computer, it is necessary to install ServerStart on the client

computer beforehand.
If ServerStart of a different version is installed on the computer, make sure to uninstall the ServerStart.

Then perform installation again. For details on how to uninstall ServerStart, refer to "
ServerStart" (Jpg.89).

 Uninstalling

4.4.1 Installing ServerStart

Install ServerStart on a client computer when creating a driver disk using FloppyBuilder function.

z System requirements for client computers

Client computers must satisfy the following requirements.

Hardware Personal computers operated with Windows XP Professional

(A DVD drive and minimum 10MB free disk space are required.)

Software

Using ServerStart on the server

` ServerStart can be installed to the server where Windows Server 2003 is installed. To install

ServerStart, follow the procedure below. Note that ServerStart cannot be installed on the server where
Windows Server 2003 x64 is installed.

Microsoft

1 Insert PRIMERGY Startup Disc into the client computer.

The [PRIMERGY Startup Disc] window appears.

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Internet Explorer 5.5 or later

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2 Click [ServerStart V6.711].

The [Fujitsu Siemens ServerStart] window appears.

` The message "Do you want to run or save this file?" may appear depending on the OS in use.

Follow as below.

1. Click [Run].
A message appears that "The publisher could not be verified. Are you sure you want to
run this software?"

2. Click [Run].
Execute "SeStSetup.exe" in the disk when [Fujitsu ServerStart Setup] window does not
appear.

3 Check the checkbox of [Classic] only, and click [OK].

The Setup window appears.

4 Click [Next].

The [License Agreement] window appears.

5 Select [I accept the license agreement], and click [Next].

The [User Information] window appears.

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6 Enter the user information of the software, and click [Next].

The [Destination Folder] window appears.

7 Specify the installation folder, and click [Next]. To change the installation folder,

click [Browse], and select the folder.

The [Ready to Install the Application] window appears.

8 Click [Next].

Installation is executed.

` If a message prompts you to restart the system before or after installation, eject the disc, and

restart the system according to the message. When the system restarts, insert PRIMERGY
Startup Disc, and start installation again.
If the "This program does not respond." message appears during restart operation, click [Exit]
to continue the restart operation.

When the installation is completed, the completion window appears.

9 Click [Exit].

ServerStart has been installed to the client computer.

 Uninstalling ServerStart

Uninstall ServerStart on the client computer according to the following procedure when necessary.

1 Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Fujitsu Siemens ServerStart] – [Uninstall

ServerStart].

2 Click [OK].

When the uninstallation is executed successfully, ServerStart is deleted.

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4.4.2 Startup Method for FloppyBuilder

Start up ServerStart and FloppyBuilder. Startup methods vary depending on the cases of creating on a

client server, or the server.

z For creation on a client computer

1 Insert PRIMERGY Startup Disc into the client computer.

Once [PRIMERGY Startup Disc] window appears, exit the window.

2 Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Fujitsu Siemens ServerStart] – [ServerStart

(Start from DVD)].

ServerStart starts up, and the [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.

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The [ServerStart FloppyBuilder] window appears.

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z For creation on the server

` Check that a USB floppy disk drive is connected before turning on the server.

1 Turn on the server, and insert PRIMERGY Startup Disc.

ServerStart starts up. The select-media window for the configuration file appears.

2 Select [No status backup], and click [Next].

The [Initialization of ServerStart core running] window appears, and the initialization operation

launches. In some cases, initialization operation may take a few minutes, depending on hardware

configuration. After completion, the license agreement window appears.

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3 Click [Accept].

The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.

4 Select [Expert Installation], and click [Next].

The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.

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4.4.3 Creating "Server Management Tools" Disk

Start up ServerStart, and confirm that the FloppyBuilder window is displayed.

1 Click [Server Management Tools].

2 Click the tool to be created.

Insert the prepared floppy disk by following the message.

3 Perform the subsequent operations according to the messages on the window.

The floppy disk will be formatted automatically, and file copying will start.

The respective tools will be created automatically.

When a message appears indicating that the disk is created, click [OK], and eject the disk.

4 Fill in the following items on the label of the floppy disk.

• The model name of the server

• Version and Level of the Server Management Tools

• Date of the floppy disk created

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4.4.4 Creating Driver Disks

Prepare floppy disks as many as the number of the drivers to be created.

Start up ServerStart, and confirm that the FloppyBuilder window is displayed.

1 Click [Drivers Diskettes (for OS)].

The [FloppyBuilder Driver Disk] window appears.

2 Click the type of the driver to be created.

3 Click the driver disk to be created.

Follow the message, and insert a floppy disk.

4 Perform the subsequent operations according to the messages on the

windows.

The floppy disk will be formatted automatically, and file copying will start.

The driver disk will be created automatically. When a message appears indicating that the disk is

created, click [OK], and eject the floppy disk.

4.4.5 Creating a DOS Diskette

For DOS data stored into the floppy disk, refer to the file in the following folder of PRIMERGY Startup

Disc.

[CD/DVD drive]:\FreeDOS

To create a DOS diskette, prepare an unused floppy disk.

Start up ServerStart, and confirm that the FloppyBuilder window is displayed.

1 Start up ServerStart, and click [FloppyBuilder].

2 Click [DOS Diskette].

3 Perform the subsequent operations according to the messages on the window.

The floppy disk will be formatted automatically, and file copying will start.

The DOS diskette will be created automatically. When a message appears indicating that the disk

is created, click [OK], and eject the disk.

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4.5 Notes before Operating the Server

This section explains the settings required before starting to operate the server.
For details on the settings, refer to the following URL.
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/exchange/2003/Library/default.mspx

` For the settings of the installed application software supplied with the server, refer to the manuals of

each of them.

` For notes on ServerView security, refer to "Security" in Section "1.1.7 Note", "ServerView User's

Guide".

4.5.1 Auto-run Function from CD/DVD Drives

Perform the following procedures to change the settings of the auto-run function from the CD/DVD

drives after server installation.

1 Make the registry editable, and change the value of AutoRun of the following

registry key:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\CDRom

Set the value of AutoRun to "1" to enable auto-run, or to "0" to disable auto-run.

2 Restart the system.

The setting is enabled after the system restarts.

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4.5.2 Drive Letter Assignment in the Expert Mode

In the Expert mode, assignment of a drive letter to a particular partition arbitrarily is not available. Drive

letters specified on Disk Manager in the Expert mode will be sequentially assigned from the first

partition with "C, D, E..." when installation is completed, and an unused drive letter will be assigned to

the CD/DVD drive. To change the drive letter, perform the following procedures after installation.

` The drive letters for the system and boot drive are not changeable.

1 Click [Start] – [Administrative Tools] – [Computer Management].

2 Click [Disk Management].

3 Right-click the partition to change the letter, and click [Change Drive Letter and

Path].

The [Change Drive Letter and Path] window appears.

4 Click [Edit].

The [Change Drive Letter or Path] window appears.

5 Change the drive letter.

4.5.3 Notes on Advanced Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

Note the following cautions when using an advanced uninterruptible power supply (referred to as UPS

herein).

 UPS shutdown time setting

Set a sufficient time interval of UPS power-off time (time from the shutdown command to the actual

power-off). If the interval is not adequate, the power will be cut off before system shutdown. It may

cause data collapse. For details, refer to the manuals of UPS and the UPS management software.

 Power supply control by UPS

Change the BIOS settings to turn on the server automatically at power recovery or during scheduled

operation using the UPS management software (PowerChute Network Shutdown and PowerChute

Business Edition).

1 Start up BIOS Setup Utility.

J"7.2.1 Starting and Exiting BIOS Setup Utility" (pg.157)

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2 Click the [Power] menu, and set [Power Failure Recovery] to "Always On".

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3 Save the changes, and exit BIOS Setup Utility.

4.5.4 Using the Fiber Channel Controller (PG-FC202)

To use the Fiber Channel Controller (PG-FC202), the driver needs to be updated after installing the OS.

You can use the driver supplied with the Fiber Channel Controller or download it from the Fujitsu

PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com).

4.5.5 Turning the Power On via a LAN

You can turn the power on the server from a client (via a LAN) by utilizing the Wakeup on LAN (WOL)

function.

` Be sure to install ServerView to control the power supply via a LAN.

` When the power cable is disconnected from the server or the server is powered off due to power

interruption, restart the server. If not, the WOL function will be disabled.

` The upper I/O riser card LAN port does not support the WOL function. When you use the WOL

function, use the onboard LAN port or the lower I/O riser card LAN port.

 BIOS Setup Utility setting

To manage the power supply via a LAN, start up BIOS Setup Utility, select the [Power] menu, and then

set [LAN] to "Enabled". The "Enabled" is set as the initial setting.

The setting on the OS takes priority in the setting of WOL enabled or disabled. For Windows, use

"Intel® PROSet".

4.5.6 Changing the System Drive Size (only for Windows Server 2008)

For Windows Server 2008, the partition size can be extended or reduced after installation has completed.

 Extending the partition size of a system drive

To extend the partition size of a system drive, follow the procedure below.

1 Log on to the server with administrator privileges.

2 Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Administrative Tools] – [Server Manager].

Server Manager starts.

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3 Double-click [Storage] – [Disk Management].

The [Disk Management] window appears.

4 In [Disk Management], right-click the volume to be extended, and then click

[Extend Volume].

The [Welcome to the Extend Volume Wizard] window appears.

5 Click [Next].

The [Select Disks] window appears.

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6 In [Select the amount of space in MB], specify the desired size.

` In [Total volume size in megabytes (MB)], the total value of the current partition size and the

value that is specified in [Select the amount of space in MB] is displayed. Specify the value so
that the total volume size becomes a partition size to be created.

` In [Maximum available space in MB], the maximum value that can be specified in [Select the

amount of space in MB] is displayed.

7 Click [Next].

The [Completing the Extend Volume Wizard] window appears.

8 Check the disk size, and click [Finish].

The [Disk Management] window appears.

9 Click the [File] menu – [Exit].

Server Manager finishes.

 Reducing the partition size of system drive

When reducing the partition size of system drive, follow the procedure below.

1 Log on to the server with administrator privileges.

2 Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [Administrative Tools] – [Server Manager].

Server Manager starts.

3 Double-click [Storage] – [Disk Management].

The [Disk Management] window appears.

4 Right-click the volume to be reduced, and click [Shrink Volume].

The [Shrink <Selected volume>:] window appears.

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` Size of available shrink space can be restricted if snapshots or pagefiles are enabled on the

volume.

5 In [Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB], specify the desired size.

` In [Total size after shrink in MB], the changed partition size is displayed.

Specify the value so that the total size after reduction becomes the desired partition size.

` In [Size of available shrink space in MB], the maximum value that can be specified in [Enter the

amount of space to shrink in MB] is displayed.

` Clicking [Shrink] starts the shrinking process. Before clicking [Shrink], make sure to check

whether the proper value is specified in [Total size after shrink in MB].

6 Click [Shrink].

Shrinking is executed, and the [Disk Management] window appears.

7 Click the [File] menu – [Exit].

Server Manager finishes.

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4.5.7 Other Notes on Operation

 Unnecessary files

After OS installation is completed, folders named Runonce and Runonce2 may be left in the drive where

the OS has been installed. Delete these folders since those are not necessary for the system operation.

 Automated system operation

When performing automated system operation, enhancement of the safety operation with this server

against unexpected accidents is necessary. Employ such measures as introducing disaster-prevention

provisions and stationing responsible for disaster prevention (such as a security guard or janitor) in the

building.

 Unintentional power-off prevention

It is recommended to employ a dedicated power supply device (such as a power distribution board) to

prevent accidental power shut-offs.

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