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The PRIMERGY BX630 S2 server blade is a scalable AMD-based dual-socket
server blade. It offers several new forward-looking technologies such as quadcore processors, 2.5-inch SAS or SATA-II hard disk drives, four 1-Gbit/s
onboard Ethernet LAN channels and an optional dual-channel 4-Gbit/s Fibre
Channel (FC) connection. Two BX630 S2 dual-socket server blades can be
connected to form a quad-socket server blade with 16 processor cores.
Dual-socket server bladeQuad-socket server blade
Figure 1: PRIMERGY BX630 S2 configurations
The PRIMERGY BX630 S2 scalable server blade is designed for the BX600 S3
basic unit, but it can also be installed in slots 1-3 and 5-9 of the BX600 S2 basic
unit.
I In the latter case, however, only 2 of the 4 onboard Ethernet channels of
the BX630 S2 server blade can be used.
Security functions in the BIOS Setup protect the data on the server blade from
unauthorized manipulation.
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Concept and target group of this manualPreface
Depending on the configuration, the PRIMERGY BX630 S2 scalable server
blade occupies one or two slots in the PRIMERGY BX600 S2 or the BX600 S3
basic unit.
1.1Concept and target group of this manual
This operating manual is intended for those responsible for installing the
hardware and ensuring that the system runs smoothly. It contains all the information you need to put your PRIMERGY BX630 S2 server blade into operation.
The information in this manual refers to the BX630 S2 dual-socket server blade.
How to connect two BX630 S2 dual-socket server blades to form a quad-socket
server blade is described in the Options Guide.
For a brief overview of the installation steps see chapter 2 on page 15ff.
To understand the various expansion options, you will need to be familiar with
the fields of hardware and data transmission and you will require a basic
knowledge of the underlying operating system.
hard copy)
–Manual "Safety Notes and other Important Information"
–Manual "Guarantee"
–Manual "Ergonomics"
–Manual "Returning used devices"
–Flyer "Helpdesk"
–Operating Manual for PRIMERGY BX630 S2 Scalable Server Blade
–Options Guide for PRIMERGY BX630 S2 Scalable Server Blade
I PRIMERGY manuals are available in PDF format on the ServerBooks
DVD. The ServerBooks DVD is part of the ServerView Installation
Manager Suite supplied with every server.
The PDF files of the manuals can also be downloaded free of charge
from the Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation
available on the Internet can be found using the URL:
http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com. The PRIMERGY server documentation can
be accessed using the Industry standard servers navigation option.
If you need a replacement copy of the ServerBooks DVD, send the
details of your server to the following e-mail address: rlc@ts.fujitsu.com.
Further sources of information:
–Manual for the monitor
–Documentation for boards and drives
–Documentation for your operating system
–Information files on your operating system
I For information on installing and operating PRIMERGY BX6xx server
blades that applies to all server blade models, see the operating manual
for your PRIMERGY BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit.
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FeaturesPreface
1.3Features
Processors
In the BX630 S2 dual-socket server blade, one (basic configuration) or two
AMD Opteron quad-core processors of the 23xx DP and 83xx MP series ensure
extremely high data throughput and system performance.
All processors have a 2-MB second-level cache (SLC).
I It is not possible to use CPUs with different clock rates or cache capacity
in a server blade.
In the BX630 S2 quad-socket server blade, only processors of the
Opteron 83xx MP series are allowed.
For upgrading processors see the Options Guide; for exchanging processors
see the Service Supplement.
Memory
The BX630 S2 dual-socket server blade has eight memory slots. Each
processor is assigned four memory slots. Two memory slots make up one
memory bank. The memory slots must be fitted by bank, i.e. with pairs of
memory modules. The server blade supports memory modules of the type
DDR2 667 with 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB capacity, so the maximum configuration is 32 GB (64 GB in a quad-socket server blade). ECC with memory
scrubbing and ChipKill™ are supported. Only memory modules of the same
capacity can be installed in the same memory bank.
How to install memory modules is described in the Options Guide.
LAN availability
The BX630 S2 dual-socket server blade has two onboard Ethernet LAN
controllers with two 1-Gbit/s Ethernet channels each. The Ethernet LAN
connection can be implemented via switch blades or via pass-thru blades on the
back of the basic unit. For more information see the operating manual for the
basic unit.
I You can only use the two 1-Gbit/s Ethernet channels of the second
onboard LAN controller in connection with the BX600 S3 basic unit and
the Gbit Ethernet LAN switch blade (SB9f) 12 x 1 Gbit.
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PrefaceFeatures
Graphics controller
The PRIMERGY BX630 S2 scalable server blade has an onboard graphics
controller (Matrox MGA-200) which is integrated in the iRMC controller. You can
connect a monitor via the VGA interface (via breakout cable) on the front of the
server blade or via the KVM blade on the back of the basic unit.
Optional Fibre Channel or Ethernet I/O module (daughter card)
You can fit the BX630 S2 dual-socket server blade with an I/O daughter card to
connect to a SAN or for additional Ethernet connections. The BX630 S2 quadsocket server blade allows two I/O daughter cards to be installed.
To be able to use the additional I/O functionality, at least one FC pass-thru blade
or switch blade, or Ethernet pass-thru blade or switch blade must be installed in
slot NET3 of the basic unit.
The following I/O daughter cards are available:
–4-Gbit/s Fibre Channel I/O module (PCIe), allows transfer rates of 1, 2 or 4
Gbit/s and supports multiple Fibre Channel storage subsystems with the
corresponding versions.
I You can operate the 4-Gbit/s Fibre Channel I/O module only with a
BX600 S3 basic unit and only in combination with a Brocade SW4016 D4 Fibre Channel switch blade or with a 4 Gbit FC pass-thru
blade. For more information see the operating manual for the
BX600 S3 basic unit.
–Gigabit Ethernet I/O module (PCIe), also supports TOE (TCP/IP offload
engine) and iSCSI
–10-Gbit Ethernet I/O module (PCIe)
I The 10-Gbit Ethernet I/O module (PCIe) can only be used in combi-
nation with a 10-Gbit switch blade 10/2. For more information see the
operating manual for the basic unit.
I You must not install server blades with different I/O modules in the same
BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit.
How to install I/O modules later is described in the Options Guide.
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FeaturesPreface
High availability and reliability
When memory data is accessed, 1-bit errors in the main memory are recognized and automatically corrected with the ECC (Error Correcting Code)
method.
ASR&R (Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart) restarts the system in
the event of an error and automatically "hides" the defective system components.
The PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu
Technology Solutions analyzes and monitors all components that are important
for system reliability.
The onboard SAS RAID controller supports RAID levels 0 and 1 by default, thus
increasing the system's availability. If you are using SATA-II hard disk drives, you
can implement RAID levels 0 and 1 using Promise 20319 to increase the
system's availability.
Server management
Server management is implemented using the supplied ServerView software and
PDA technology. PDA reports the threat of a system error or overloading to the
system administrator in good time, so that preventive measures can be taken.
ServerView allows the management of all PRIMERGY servers in the network via
a central console. ServerView supports the following functions:
●Monitoring of the ambient and CPU temperatures
●Watchdog timer for Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R)
if memory modules or processors fail
●Power monitoring
●End-of-life monitoring of the fans with prefailure notification
●Watchdog timer for monitoring the operating system and applications with
ASR&R
The supplied deployment software simplifies and speeds up the installation of
multiple servers. For further information see the relevant documentation.
For further information on the ServerView server management software see the
relevant documentation.
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PrefaceFeatures
ServerView Installation Manager
The enclosed ServerView Installation Manager software allows you to configure
your server system quickly according to your requirements. User-friendly
menus guide you through the installation of the server operating systems.
Service and support
PRIMERGY servers have a service-friendly, modular architecture, thus
enabling quick and simple maintenance. The flash-EPROM program supplied
with the utilities from Fujitsu Technology Solutions allows fast BIOS updating via
the USB interface.
The two redundant hot-pluggable management blades of the PRIMERGY
BX600 S2 and BX600 S3 basic unit with independent LAN and COM ports for
administration allow complete remote administration of the server blade.
Together they allow remote diagnosis for system analysis, remote configuration
and a remote restart even in the event of an operating system failure or
hardware errors.
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Notational conventionsPreface
1.4Notational conventions
The following notational conventions are used in this manual:
Text in italicsindicates commands or menu items.
“Quotation marks”indicate names of chapters and terms that are being
emphasized.
Êdescribes activities that must be performed in the order
shown.
V CAUTION!pay particular attention to texts marked with this symbol.
Failure to observe this warning may endanger your life,
destroy the system or lead to the loss of data.
Iindicates additional information, notes and tips.
This chapter provides an overview of the steps you must perform to install your
PRIMERGY BX630 S2 scalable server blade in your basic unit. The links take
you to the sections with more detailed descriptions of the individual steps.
ÊFirst read the chapter “Important notes” starting on page 17, in particular the
section “Notes on safety”.
ÊUnpack the server blade, check the delivery for damage sustained during
transport and that the delivery corresponds to the specifications in the
delivery note (see section 4.2 on page 23).
ÊMount the server blade into your BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit (see
section 4.3 on page 24).
ÊFamiliarize yourself with the control and display elements on the front of the
server blade (see chapter “Installation and Operation” on page 31).
ÊInstall the operating system and the applications on the server blade.
To do this, you have the following options:
–Cloning the server blade from a remote image server using RemoteDeploy.
This is recommended if the following are available:
–the RemoteDeploy software
–a suitable clone image
–a deployment server and a LAN connection
–Remote installation with ServerView Installation Manager
This installation method is recommended if a LAN connection and a
DHCP server (deployment server) are available but the requirements for
cloning are not met.
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Overview: Installation Procedure
–Local installation with or without ServerView Installation Manager
The local installation is the least convenient method. It is only recommended if the requirements for a remote installation or cloning are not
met.
If you want to use an operating system that is not supported by
ServerView Installation Manager, you can of course install it directly without
ServerView Installation Manager.
I For more information on the remote or local installation of server
blades see the ServerView Installation Manager manual, which contains
a Quick Step Guide and a detailed description of the individual installation options and wizards. A PDF version of the ServerView
Installation Manager manual is available on the PRIMERGY
ServerBooks DVD.
For how to clone server blades see the RemoteDeploy manual (a
PDF file is available on the PRIMERGY ServerBooks DVD).
For information on installing and operating the PRIMERGY BX600 S2 or
BX600 S3 basic unit, see the operating manual of your basic unit.
This chapter provides safety instructions which you must observe when
handling your server blade.
3.1Notes on safety
I The following safety instructions are also provided in the manual “Safety
notes and other important information”.
This device complies with the relevant safety regulations for IT equipment,
including electronic office machines for use in an office environment.
If you have any questions, please contact your sales outlet or the Fujitsu
Technology Solutions customer service center.
V CAUTION!
The activities described in this manual should only be performed by
engineers, service personnel or technical specialists. Equipment repairs
should only be performed by qualified staff! Any failure to observe the
guidelines in this manual could endanger the user (through electric
shock, fire hazards) or damage the equipment. Please note that any
unauthorized opening of the device will result in the invalidation of the
warranty and exclusion from all liability.
Before setting up
V CAUTION!
●During installation and before operating the device, please read the
instructions on environmental conditions for your device (see section
“Technical data” on page 13).
●If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may
form both inside and on the outside of the machine.
Before operating the device, wait until it is absolutely dry and has
reached approximately the same temperature as the installation site.
Failure to observe these guidelines can lead to material damage of
the device.
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Notes on safetyImportant notes
V CAUTION!
●Transport the device only in its original packaging or in packaging
which protects it from knocks and jolts.
Installation and operation
V CAUTION!
●Read the notes on installation and operation in the operating manual
for your BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit.
Batteries
V CAUTION!
●Incorrect replacement of batteries can lead to risk of explosion. The
batteries may only be replaced with identical batteries or with a type
recommended by the manufacturer (see Options Guide).
●Do not throw batteries into the trash can. They must be disposed of
in accordance with local regulations on special waste.
●The German battery act obligates consumers in Germany to return
waste batteries to the distributor or to the return points established by
●If you pass the system on to someone else, you should also give them the
corresponding documentation.
the public waste management authorities.
●Replace the lithium battery on the system board only as described in
the Options Guide.
●All batteries containing pollutants are marked with a crossed-out
garbage can accompanied by the chemical symbol of the heavy
metal that classifies the battery as a pollutant:
Cd Cadmium
Hg Mercury
Pb Lead
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Important notesNotes on safety
Modules with Electrostatic-Sensitive Devices
Modules with electrostatic-sensitive devices are identified by the following
sticker:
Figure 2: ESD label
When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must always observe the
following points:
●Switch off the system and remove the power plugs from the power outlets
before installing or removing components with ESDs.
●You must always discharge static build-up (e.g. by touching a grounded
object) before working with such components.
●Any devices or tools that are used must be free of electrostatic charge.
●Wear a suitable grounding cable that connects you to the external chassis of
the system unit.
●Always hold components with ESDs at the edges or at the points marked
green (touch points).
●Do not touch any connectors or conduction paths on an ESD.
●Place all the components on a pad which is free of electrostatic charge.
I For a detailed description of how to handle ESD components, see the
relevant European or international standards (EN 61340-5-1,
ANSI/ESD S20.20).
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CE conformityImportant notes
3.2CE conformity
The system complies with the requirements of the EC directives
2004/108/EC regarding “Electromagnetic Compatibility” and
2006/95/EC “Low Voltage Directive”. This is indicated by the CE
marking (CE = Communauté Européenne).
3.3Environmental protection
Environmentally-friendly product design and development
This product has been designed in accordance with the Fujitsu Technology
Solutions standard for “environmentally friendly product design and development”. This means that key factors such as durability, selection and labeling
of materials, emissions, packaging, ease of dismantling and recycling have
been taken into account.
This saves resources and thus reduces the harm done to the environment.
Devices that do not need to be constantly switched on should be switched off
until they are needed as well as during long breaks and after completion of work.
Packaging information
Do not throw away the packaging. You may need it later for transporting the
system. If possible, the equipment should only be transported in its original
packaging.
Information on handling consumables
Please dispose of printer consumables and batteries in accordance with the
applicable national regulations.
In accordance with EU directives, batteries must not be disposed of with
unsorted domestic waste. They can be returned free of charge to the manufacturer, dealer or an authorized agent for recycling or disposal.
All batteries containing pollutants are marked with a symbol (a crossed-out
garbage can). They are also marked with the chemical symbol for the heavy
metal that causes them to be categorized as containing pollutants:
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Important notesEnvironmental protection
Cd Cadmium
Hg Mercury
Pb Lead
Labels on plastic casing parts
Please avoid sticking your own labels on plastic parts wherever possible, since
this makes it difficult to recycle them.
Returns, recycling and disposal
The device must not be disposed of with domestic waste. This
device is labeled in compliance with European directive
2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive sets the framework for returning and recycling used
equipment and is valid across the EU. When returning your used
device, please use the return and collection systems available to
you. Further information can be found at
www.ts.fujitsu.com/recycling
..
Details regarding the return and recycling of devices and consumables within
Europe can also be found in the “Returning used devices” manual, via your local
Fujitsu Technology Solutions branch or from our recycling center in Paderborn:
Fujitsu Technology Solutions
Recycling Center
D-33106 Paderborn
Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter Important notes.
The server blade must not be exposed to extreme environmental conditions (see “Ambient conditions” on page 14). It must be protected from
dust, humidity and heat.
4.1Installation Steps
The installation steps are described in detail in the following sections of this
chapter:
●Unpacking the system ( see 4.2 on page 23).
●Installing the server blade in the basic unit (see 4.3 on page 24).
●Connecting the server blade (see 4.4 on page 28).
4.2Unpacking the Server Blade
V CAUTION!
Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter “Important notes”
on page 17 starting on page 17.
Unpack the server blade only at the place where you want to set it up.
Keep the original packaging of the server blade. You may need it for future
transport.
ÊUnpack all the individual parts.
ÊCheck the delivery for damage sustained during transport.
ÊCheck that the delivery corresponds to the specifications in the delivery
note.
The type label is located at the front right on the underside of the server blade.
If the delivery is damaged or does not match the delivery note, contact your
supplier immediately!
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Installing the Server Blade in the Basic UnitInstalling the Hardware
Notify your supplier immediately if you discover any transport damage or if the
packaging content does not match the delivery note.
4.3Installing the Server Blade in the Basic Unit
Depending on the configuration, the PRIMERGY BX630 S2 Scalable Server
Blade occupies one or two of the ten slots in the PRIMERGY BX600 S2 or
BX600 S3 basic unit. This section describes how to install the BX630 S2 dualsocket server blade in the basic unit.The BX630 S2 quad-socket server blade is
installed in the same way.
V CAUTION!
●Make sure you observe the safety notes and the information on
handling electrostatic-sensitive devices in the section “Notes on
safety” on page 17.
●Server blade boots automatically after installation in a switched-
on BX600 S3 basic unit with management blade S3.
If you insert a BX630 S2 server blade into a switched-on BX600 S3
basic unit with management blade S3, the server blade will automatically perform a POST (Power-On Self-Test) and then switch itself off.
You may not switch off the server blade during the automatic boot
process!
If the BX600 S3 basic unit is switched off when the server blade is
installed, the POST will be performed automatically after the basic
unit is switched on.
●PRIMERGY BX630 S2 server blades are not for use in slots 4 an 10
of the PRIMERGY BX600 S2 basic unit.
Removing the Dummy Module
Any unused slots in the BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit are fitted with appropriate dummy modules to comply with the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
regulations and ensure sufficient cooling of the system components.
To add a server blade, you must first remove the dummy module from the corresponding slot.
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Installing the HardwareInstalling the Server Blade in the Basic Unit
!
Figure 3: Removing the dummy module for a server blade
ÊUndo the locking mechanism of the handles by pressing the green inside
touch points of the two handles (1). This undoes the locking handles of the
dummy module.
ÊSwivel the top handle upward and the bottom handle downward (2) simulta-
neously until the locking mechanism of the dummy module disengages and
releases the module.
ÊPull the dummy module completely out of the slot (3).
V CAUTION!
Keep the dummy module for future use. If a server blade is removed
again and not replaced with a new one, the dummy module must be
reinstalled because of cooling, fire protection and EMC regulations.
Install the dummy module in the same way as the server blade as described in
the section below.
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Installing the Server Blade
V CAUTION!
Make sure you observe the safety notes and the information on handling
electrostatic-sensitive devices in the section “Modules with Electrostatic-
Sensitive Devices” on page 19.
I Make sure you install the server
A
2
ÊUndo the locking mechanism of the
1
blade in the correct direction.
The control panel (A) must be at
the top.
handles of the server blade by first
pressing the green inside touch
points of the two handles (1) at the
same time.
unlocked position and push the
server blade as far as possible into
the slot.
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ÊPress the locking handles inward
until the locking mechanism
engages fully.
Figure 5: Final engaging of the locking mechanism
Removing the server blade
Remove the server blade in the same way as the dummy module (see
“Removing the Dummy Module” on page 24).
V CAUTION!
If a server blade has been removed and no new blade is installed in its
place, you must install a dummy module in the empty slot.
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Connecting DevicesInstalling the Hardware
4.4Connecting Devices
All the connections required for operating the BX630 S2 Scalable Server Blade
are made via the midplane of the PRIMERGY BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic
unit. When you install the server blade, connections to the infrastructure
modules on the back of the basic unit are made automatically by means of plug
connectors:
–Power supply units
–Management blade(s) for server administration
–KVM blade for connecting a monitor, keyboard and mouse
–Ethernet switch blade(s) and/or pass-thru blades for connecting to the LAN
–Fibre channel switch blades or pass-thru blades for connection to a SAN
(optional, requires installation of an FC daughter card in the server blade,
see Options Guide)
For information on connecting external devices via the infrastructure modules of
the BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit, see the basic unit operating manual.
Figure 6: USB/VGA connectionon on the BX630 S2 server blade and breakout cable
The PRIMERGY BX630 S2 Scalable Server Blade has a USB/VGA connector
on the front (A).. Connecting an external device via the USB/VGA connector
requires a special cable with two USB plugs (2) and a VGA plug (3)..
I The USB/VGA breakout cable is supplied with the basic unit.
For information on connecting external devices via the infrastructure
module of the basic unit, see the operating manual for your basic unit .
Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter “Important notes”
on page 17.
This chapter explains how to set up and operate the BX630 S2 scalable server
blade once you have installed it in the PRIMERGY BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic
unit.
–The position and function of the elements on the control and connection
panel of the server blade are described in section 5.1 on page 32.
–The different possible ways of switching the server blade on and off are
described in section 5.2 on page 35.
–Section 5.3 on page 35 explains how to configure the server blade with
ServerView Installation Manager.
–Section 5.4 on page 38 explains how to update the server blade firmware.
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Control and Connection PanelInstallation and Operation
Installation and OperationControl and Connection Panel
1Voltage/Selection indicator (two-color LED)
Dark:The BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit is off, 5 V standby voltage
is not present, or the server blade is not installed properly.
Glows green:Server blade is running.
Glows orange:Server blade is off but basic unit is running (5 V standby voltage is
present).
Flashes green:Server blade is switched on and selected for identification, or this
server blade is in a critical state.
Flashes
orange:
Flashes green-
orange
Flashes green-
dark-orange
Server blade is switched off and selected for identification, or this
server blade is in a critical state.
Server blade is in standby mode (ACPI function) or in a critical
state.
Server blade is in standby mode (ACPI function) and selected for
identification, or this server blade is in a critical state.
2On/Off button fully compatible with the Advanced Configuration Power Interface
(ACPI)
If you press the On/Off button when the BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit is on (5 V
standby voltage is present) and the server blade is switched off, the power_up
command is sent to the management blade and the server blade is switched on.
If you press the On/Off button for less than 4 seconds when the server blade is
running, the power_off command is sent to the management blade and the server
blade is switched off by the management blade (graceful shutdown).
If you press the On/Off button for more than 4 seconds when the server blade is
running, the server blade is switched off immediately.
3KVM/MP error indicator (two-color LED)
Dark:KVM has not been activated for this server blade.
Glows green:KVM has been activated for this server blade.
Flashes
orange:
Flashes green-
orange:
4KVM button (keyboard/video/mouse)
Pressing this button switches the keyboard, monitor and mouse to this server blade.
5I/O status of the optional I/O module (green LED)
I/ODark:System is off or signal synchronization has failed.
Green:System is switched on and online.
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KVM has not been activated for this server blade, and this blade
has been deactivated to save energy.
KVM has been activated for this server blade, and this blade has
been deactivated to save energy.
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6NIC indicator (green LED)
Dark:System or server blade is off and LAN interface is not active.
Glows green:Existing LAN connection.
Flashes green:Active LAN.
7USB/VGA connector
Connector for adapter cable with two USB ports for external devices (e.g. floppy disk
drive, CD/DVD drive or hard disk drive, mouse or keyboard) and a VGA port.
I A special cable is required! (See figure 6 on page 29)
8Hard disk access (green LED)
Dark:Hard disk drive not active.
Glows green:Hard disk drive active.
9Hard disk drive indicator (orange LED)
Dark:No error
Glows orange:Server blade is on and hard disk drive has an error.
Flashes slowly
Identification of hard disk localization (RAID message)
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Installation and OperationSwitching the Server Blade On/Off
5.2Switching the Server Blade On/Off
V CAUTION!
If you switch the server blade on and the connected monitor only displays
flickering stripes, switch it off again immediately (see chapter “Trouble-
shooting and Tips” on page 73).
Switching the Server Blade On/Off via the Control Panel
The basic unit must be switched on.
You can switch the server blade on or off using one of the following methods:
–To switch the server blade on, press the On/Off button of the server blade
(position 2 in figure 7 on page 32).
To switch the server blade off, press the On/Off button of the server blade
(position 2 in figure 7 on page 32) for 4 seconds.
–Defined switch-on/switch-off time
The server blade is switched on or off at the time defined in ServerView.
–After power failure
A server blade that was already on when the power failed, automatically
switches on again when power resumes (depending on the BIOS setting,
see section “Power On/Off menu” on page 54??? in chapter “BIOS Setup”
on page 39).
I With the basic unit, you can also switch the installed server blades on an
off via the control panel of the overall system as well as via the Web
interface of the management blade. For detailed information see the
operating manual for your basic unit.
5.3Configuring the Server Blade
PRIMERGY BX6xx server blades can be set up using one of the following
methods:
–Local installation with or without ServerView Installation Manager
–Remote installation, see the section ServerView Installation Manager Remote
Installation in the ServerView Installation Manager manual on the ServerBooks
DVD.
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–Copying the clone images from a remote image repository to the relevant
server blades (for further information see the RemoteDeploy manual on the
ServerBooks DVD (version 5.210 or later)).
I The optional RemoteDeploy software package can be obtained from
the Fujitsu Technology Solutions customer service center
(order number U15000-C286).
Reference Installation
A reference installation of a server blade performed using ServerView Installation
Manager is used as the basis for a clone image. The image is created and then
used by RemoteDeploy for fast installation and configuration of other server
blades.
I For details on using ServerView Installation Manager, see the operating
manual for ServerView Installation Manager on the PRIMERGY ServerBooks DVD, which is part of the PRIMERGY ServerView Suite
provided with each server system.
Preparing the Hardware
To implement initial installation of the server blade or perform subsequent
modifications, you must meet the the following conditions.
–The relevant server blade must be connected to a CD-ROM drive and a
diskette drive via the USB/VGA interface.
–A monitor, a keyboard and a mouse must be connected to KVM blade on the
rear of the BX600 basic unit.
–the relevant server blade must be switched to by pressing the KVM button.
Perform the following steps to prepare the installation of a server blade:
ÊConnect the breakout cable to the USB/VGA port on the front of the relevant
server blade (figure 6 on page 29).
ÊConnect the data cable of the CD-ROM drive and, if required, also the floppy
disk drive to the USB ports of the breakout cable (see figure 6 on page 29).
ÊMake sure that the basic unit is switched on.
ÊTo switch the server blade on, press the On/Off button on the control panel
(position 2 in figure 7 on page 32).
ÊIf the CD-ROM drive and the floppy disk drive are not supplied with power
via the USB ports of the breakout cable, connect them directly to the mains.
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ÊConnect the monitor, keyboard and mouse to the KVM blade on the rear of
the basic unit. For information see the BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit
operating manual.
ÊPress the KVM button (position 4 in figure 7 on page 32) on the control panel
of the server blade to switch the keyboard, mouse and the monitor of the
KVM blade to the server blade.
Preparing the Software
Booting from the CD-ROM drive
Boot the relevant server blade from the ServerView Installation Manager CD to
install the operating system. In some cases this may require that you change a
few settings:
ÊInsert the ServerView Installation Manager CD in the CD-ROM drive and press
the On/Off button (position 2 in figure 7 on page 32) on the control panel of
the server blade.
ÊPress the KVM button (position 4 in figure 7 on page 32) on the control panel
of the server blade to switch the keyboard, mouse and the monitor of the
KVM blade to the server blade. Wait a few seconds for the monitor to be
activated.
ÊWhen prompted, press [F2] to call up the BIOS setup of the server blade.
ÊIn the BIOS setup menu select the Boot submenu and enable Boot from CD-
ROM Drive.
ÊPress [ESC] twice and select Exit Saving Changes from the Exit menu.
Once the server blade has booted from the ServerView Installation Manager CD,
the startup screen is displayed.
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Updating the Firmware (BIOS and BMC)Installation and Operation
5.4Updating the Firmware (BIOS and BMC)
All the files required for updating the server blade components are available
from http://download.ts.fujitsu.com.
You can update both the firmware of the server blade BIOS and the firmware of
the server blade BMC.
I BMC stands for Baseboard Management Controller. The BMC on the
server blade collects management information and sends it to the
management blade.
There are three possible ways of updating the firmware of the server blade
BIOS and the server blade BMC:
–Updating the firmware of the server blade with TFTP.
For detailed information see the operating manual for your basic unit.
–Updating the firmware of the server blade with GlobalFlash.
For detailed information see the GlobalFlash manual.
–Updating the firmware of the server blade from a USB stick.
To update the firmware of the BX630 S2 Server Blade from a USB stick,
proceed as follows:
ÊCreate a bootable USB stick using the selfextracting USB stick image you
downloaded from http://download.ts.fujitsu.com.
ÊConnect the breakout cable to the relevant server blade. Connect the USB
stick to the other end of the breakout cable.
ÊSwitch on the server blade or restart it. The firmware update is performed
automatically.
I You may have to change the order of the boot devices in the BIOS to
enable booting from the USB stick. For further information see the
section “Boot menu” on page 71 chapter BIOS Setup and the
operating manual for ServerView Installation Manager .
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6BIOS Setup
In the BIOS Setup you can set the system functions and the hardware configuration of a server blade.
I The scope of the displayed BIOS parameters may differ depending on
the configuration.
The server blade comes with default settings in effect. You can change these
settings in the BIOS Setup menus. Your changes will take effect as soon as you
save the settings and quit the BIOS Setup.
The following lists illustrate the structure of the BIOS Setup menus. The
numbers in brackets refer to the pages on which the individual functions are
described.
Main – Basic system configuration
System Time [46]
System Date [46]
Sync RTC with Mgmt. Blade [46]
POST Errors [46]
SM Error Halt [47]
Boot Diagnostic Screen [47]
Numlock [47]
Boot Menu [47]
Base Memory / Extended Memory [47]
Advanced – Advanced system configuration
Peripheral Configuration [50]
Serial # [50]
Serial Multiplexer [51]
Onboard USB Controller [51]
USB BIOS Legacy Support [51]
Master HD Controller [51]
Slave HD Controller [51]
SAS Option ROM Scan [52]
Master LAN # [52]
Slave LAN # [52]
Sensor [57]
Event Type [57]
Sensor Event [57]
Event Data [57]
Timestamp [57]
SDRR Browser [57]
SDR Record ID [57]
Entity ID [57]
Entity Inst [57]
SDR ID [58]
Sensor No.[58]
Sensor Type [Units] [58]
Sensor Value[58]
Sensor Value (max)[58]
Sensor Value (min) [58]
Entity ID [58
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LAN Settings [58]
DHCP [59]
Local IP Address [59]
Subnet Mask [59]
Gateway Address [59]
Reset Configuration Data [48]
Multiprocessor Specification [49]
Security – Security functions
Supervisor Password [60]
User Password [60]
Set Setup Password [60]
Setup Password Lock [61]
Set System Password [61]
System Password Mode [61]
Setup Prompt [61]
Flash Write [62]
Server – Server management
O/S Boot Timeout [63]
Action [63]
ASR&R Boot Delay (min) [63]
Boot Retry Counter [64]
Temperature Monitoring [64]
CPU Status [65]
The following sections describe how to call up and use the BIOS Setup as well
as the individual menus and possible settings.
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6.1Entering the BIOS Setup
ÊStart the server blade (cold or warm start).
The subsequent procedure depends on the current setting of the Boot Menu
parameter in the Boot menu (see also section “Boot menu” on page 71):
Boot Menu = Disabled
With this parameter setting, you can open the Main menu.
Boot Menu = Enabled
With this parameter setting, you can open the Main menu or a pop-up
boot menu.
Opening the Main menu
ÊPress the [F2] function key.
ÊEnter the Setup password (if defined) and confirm your entry by pressing
Enter.
Opening the pop-up boot menu
Use this function if you do not want to start your system from the drive that is set
as the first option in the Boot Sequence parameter in the Boot menu.
ÊPress [ESC].
A pop-up boot menu is displayed.
ÊUse the Ê or Ë cursor keys to select the drive from which you want to start
the operating system, and confirm your selection by pressing Enter. The
selection options are the same as the possible settings of the Boot priority order parameter in the Boot menu.
If a drive is marked with an exclamation mark (!), you cannot select it for
booting.
I The option you select only applies to the current system start. The
next time you start the system, the settings of the Boot Sequence
parameter in the Boot menu will apply again.
ÊTo start the BIOS Setup, select the Setup parameter and confirm your
selection with Enter. The Main menu opens and, if applicable, you must
enter and confirm the Setup password.
The workspace contains the information for the selected menu and the
settings you can make. Use the Ê and Ë cursor keys to select the
parameter whose setting you want to change.
A [Ê] in the left margin indicates that a parameter contains submenus.
To display a submenu, select the relevant parameter and press Enter.
Pressing [ESC] returns you from the submenu to the superordinate
menu.
An asterisk (*) indicates configuration conflicts that must be resolved.
Square brackets ([ ]) enclosing a parameter value indicate that this value
can be changed with the [+] and [-] keys.
Control bar (3)
The control bar shows all the keys you can use to navigate and change
settings in the BIOS Setup.
[F1] Function key for displaying additional information
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[Esc] Function key for quitting a submenu
ÊË Cursor keys for selecting a parameter
ÀÂ Cursor keys for selecting a menu
[+][-] Keys for changing parameter values
Press Enter
Press Enter to perform a menu-dependent action
[F9] Load the default values for all menus
I Pressing the [F7] function key discards all the changes you
have made in this BIOS session and resets the values that
were in effect when you opened the BIOS Setup.
[F10] Save the changed values and quit the BIOS Setup.
Information area (4)
The information area displays brief information on the selected
parameter.
Sets the system time and date.
The system time has the format HH:MM:SS, and the system date has the
format MM/DD/YYYY. Use the tab keys to position the cursor within the
individual input fields.
I If the system time and date are incorrect after you switch the
system off and back on again, the lithium battery is empty and
needs to be replaced.
Sync RTC with Mgmt. Blade
Switches synchronization of the real-time clock with the time of the
management blade on (Enabled) or off (Disabled).
POST Errors
Defines whether the system start is aborted and the system is stopped if
an error is detected.
Halt On All Errors or Enabled
If the self-test detects an error, the system start is aborted and the
system is stopped after the self-test.
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No Halt On Any Errors or Disabled
The system start is not aborted. If possible, the error is ignored.
SM Error Halt – error handling for system monitoring
Configures the system behavior during the self-test in the event of a
system monitoring error reported by the iRMC (e.g. fan monitoring,
temperature monitoring).
This setting only takes effect if the setting Halt On All Errors is selected
for POST Errors in the Boot Options menu.
Enabled
If the iRMC reports an error to the BIOS, the system start is
aborted and the system is stopped after the self-test.
Disabled
The system start is not aborted if the iRMC reports an error to the
BIOS. The error is only displayed.
Boot Diagnostic Screen
Defines whether the screen displays a logo instead of the start information.
Enabled
The logo is displayed. If an error occurs or if you press the [F3] or
{Esc} key, the display switches to the start information.
Disabled
The start information is displayed on the screen.
Numlock
Defines the setting of the NumLock key after system start.
Auto The state of the NumLock key is not changed.
On The NumLock key is switched on.
Off The NumLock key is switched off.
Boot menu
Defines whether the pop-up Boot menu can be called with the [F12]
function key when the BIOS Setup is called during the POST (Enabled)
or not (Disabled).
Defines how the address and the interrupt of the corresponding serial
interface are configured.
Auto Automatic configuration with an available combination of address
and interrupt.
Disabled
The interface is disabled.
Enabled
User-configured. This setting requires the manual configuration of
the base I/O address and the IRQ in an extra line.
OS Controlled
Operating system configuration.
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Serial Multiplexer
Defines whether the serial interface can be used by the system or by the
iRMC.
System
The serial interface can be used by the system or by the operating
system.
iRMC
The serial interface can be used by the iRMC. The operating
system cannot use the serial interface.
Onboard USB Controller
Defines whether the USB (Universal Serial Bus) controller of the system
board is Enabled or Disabled.
USB BIOS Legacy Support
Defines whether the USB keyboard and mouse emulation is Enabled or Disabled.
This emulation is also required if you want to start the operating system
from a USB device.
If emulation is enabled, the USB keyboard or the USB mouse can also
be used with operating systems that do not support USB. The operating
system can be started from a USB device if this is also supported by the
operating system.
With emulation disabled, the USB keyboard or mouse can only be used
if supported by the operating system. The operating system cannot be
started from a USB device.
Master HD Controller
Slave HD Controller
Enables or disables the SAS controller on the system board of the master
module or of the slave module of a quad-socket server blade.
Enabled
The SAS controller is enabled.
Disabled
The SAS controller is disabled.
I In a dual-socket server blade, this parameter is not interpreted.
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SAS Option ROM Scan
Defines whether the SAS BIOS is started by the system BIOS when the
onboard SAS controller is initialized (Enabled) or not (Disabled).
I To be able to start an operating system from an SAS controller,
this controller must be controlled by a BIOS.
Master LAN #
Slave LAN #
Defines whether the onboard LAN controller 1 and/or 2 of the master
module or the slave module of a quad-socket server blade is enabled.
Channel 1 & 2
Channels 1 and 2 of the relevant onboard LAN controller are
enabled.
Channel #
Channel 1 or 2 of the relevant onboard LAN controller is enabled.
Disabled
The relevant onboard LAN controller is disabled.
I For a dual-socket server blade, the parameters Slave LAN 1 and
Defines whether the optional I/O daughter card of the master module or
of the slave module of a quad-socket server blade is enabled (Enabled)
or not (Disabled).
I In a dual-socket server blade, the Slave Daughtercard parameter is
not interpreted.
Remote Boot
Defines whether the operating system can be booted via the relevant I/O
daughter card (Enabled) or not (Disabled).
Management LAN
Defines whether the LAN port of the iRMC for remote control of the
system is Enabled or Disabled.
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6.4.2Advanced System Configuration
Figure 12: Advanced System Configuration
High Precision Event Timer
This option allows you to make the system's high-precision event timer
available to the operating system. This timer is also known as the “multimedia timer“.
Defines whether DHCP support for the iRMC is Enabled or Disabled.
Using the DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) network
protocol, the iRMC can have an IP address assigned to it automatically
by a DHCP server in the network. In this case, you do not have to enter
an IP address manually under Local IP Address.
Local IP Address
ÊEnter the IP address of the system's LAN board, using numeric
characters only.
Subnet Mask
ÊEnter the subnet mask of your LAN segment, using numeric
characters only.
Gateway Address
ÊEnter the gateway address of the system's LAN board, using numeric
Indicates whether a supervisor or user password has been defined
(Installed) or not (Not installed).
Set Supervisor Password
When you press the Enter key, a window is opened in which you can
define the supervisor password. The supervisor password prevents
unauthorized BIOS Setup calls.
To delete an existing supervisor password without defining a new one,
open the password definition window, enter the current password and
press Enter three times.
I Deleting the supervisor password also deletes the user password.
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Setup Password Lock
Defines the effect of the supervisor password.
I Requirement: A supervisor password must have been defined.
Standard
The supervisor password prevents unauthorized BIOS Setup
calls.
Extended
The supervisor password prevents unauthorized Setup calls and
locks the keyboard during device initialization. This prevents
unauthorized access to settings of installed modules with their
own BIOS.
The BIOS of a module can only be accessed if the supervisor
password is entered during initialization. The user is not prompted
to enter a password.
Set User Password
When you press the Enter key, a window is opened in which you can
define the user password. The user password prevents unauthorized
access to the system.
I Requirement: A supervisor password must have been defined.
System Password Mode
Defines the effect of the user password.
I Requirement: A supervisor password and a user password must
have been defined.
System
After the device is started, the operating system is started. Select
this option if you are using a USB keyboard.
Keyboard
After the device is started, the operating system is started with the
keyboard and mouse locked. This lock is released by entering the
user password. A prompt to enter a password is not displayed.
Setup Prompt
Defines whether the Setup prompt is displayed during system start
(Enabled) or not (Disabled).
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Flash Write
Defines whether the system BIOS is write-protected.
Enabled
The system BIOS can be written to or deleted.
Disabled
Defines whether the system is restarted (Enabled) or not (Disabled) if the
operating system cannot establish a connection to a server management
process within a defined period of time. In this case, the server
management firmware assumes a system startup error.
I If the operating system has no server management process, you
must set this parameter to Disabled to prevent the server
management firmware from initiating a restart by mistake. The
watchdog timer and the server management process (agent) are
installed with ServerView.
Action
Defines the behavior following an OS Boot Timeout (Continue - No
Action; Reset; Power cycle).
ASR&R Boot Delay (min)
Defines the delay of the system restart after a shutdown due to an error
(1 - 30 minutes). The restart occurs after the set waiting time has
elapsed.
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Boot Retry Counter
Defines the maximum number of attempts (0-7) to start the operating
system. This parameter depends on the setting of the O/S Boot Timeout
parameter on the one hand. On the other hand, other critical system
errors can lead to a restart of the system and thus to a decrease in the
counter value. After the last attempt, the system is finally shut down, or,
if configured, the diagnostic system is started.
Temperature Monitoring
Defines whether the system is shut down (Enabled) or not (Disabled) if the
ambient temperature or a processor's temperature rises above a critical
point.
If the operating system has an active server management process, this
monitors the temperatures and shuts down the system if critical temperature values occur.
After a shutdown, the system restarts after the period of time defined for
the ASR&R Boot Delay parameter and depending on the Boot Retry Counter parameter.
CPU Status
Opens a submenu for setting the CPU status (see section “CPU Status”
Opens a submenu for setting the memory status (see section “Memory
Status” on page 67).
Console Redirection
Opens a submenu for setting up terminal communication (see section
“Console Redirection” on page 69).
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6.6.1CPU Status
Figure 18: CPU Status
Node # CPU Status
Defines whether the selected CPU is used or not. You should only
disable a CPU if it has reported an internal error. The error is recorded in
the system event log, which you can view with the SCU (Server Configuration Utility) or the RemoteView or ServerView programs.
Failed
The CPU cannot be used by the operating system. As long as the
status is Failed, an entry is written to the system event log each
time the system is started.
Disabled
The CPU cannot be used by the operating system.
Enabled
The CPU can be used by the operating system.
I If there is only one CPU, this parameter has no effect. This CPU
is always used when the system is started. Also if four CPUs are
installed and none of them are set to Enabled, the first CPU is
used.
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Even if only one CPU is installed, the status indicators are
displayed for all possible CPUs. If Disabled is set for all the CPUs,
Specifies whether memory will be screened and one-bit errors
recovered. This involves the reading and restoration of the constant
memory. This process recovers one-bit memory errors and prevents
most multibit memory errors, since the latter are due to an accumulation
of one-bit memory errors.
I The cause of one-bit memory errors may be inappropriate or
incorrect system environment specifications.
Enabled
One-bit memory errors are corrected.
Disabled
One-bit errors are not corrected. System performance is
enhanced.
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SW Mem Hole Remap
Defines whether the address space required for the PCI configuration is
regained or not.
Enabled
For main memory larger than 3 Gbytes, the main memory area
above 4 Gbytes that is hidden by the PCI devices is shown again.
This setting affects the performance but may increase the
available memory drastically. This option has no effect for a fully-
configured main memory.
Disabled
For main memory larger than 3 Gbytes, the main memory area
that is hidden by the PCI devices is not used. This increases the
performance.
DRAM Bank Interleave
Enables a memory bank to be addressed within the main memory of a
CPU (node) while data is read from or written to another memory bank.
To allow this bank interleaving, the relevant memory banks must be fitted
with memory modules of the same capacity. Possible settings: Auto
(default) and Disabled.
Enables a memory bank to be addressed across nodes while data is
read from or written to another memory bank. To allow this node interleaving, the relevant memory banks must be fitted with memory
modules of the same capacity. Possible settings: Auto (default) and Disabled.
CPUn - DIMMm + DIMMm+1
Sets the status of the corresponding memory module:
Failed
As long as at least one error-free bank is available, the memory
module is no longer used by the system because a non-
correctable error or too many correctable errors have occurred.
Once you have replaced a defective memory module, you must
reset this parameter to Enabled. As long as the module status is
Failed, an entry is automatically written to the system event log
each time the system is started.
Disabled
The memory module is not used by the system.
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Enabled
If the bank is fitted, the memory module is used by the system.
Re-enable Failed DIMMs
Resets all memory modules flagged as Failed to Enabled.
6.6.3Console Redirection
Figure 20: Console Redirection menu
Port
Defines the port used for communication with the terminal (Serial # or
Disabled). The Disabled setting switches off the terminal functionality and
makes the other parameters described in this section disappear.
Baud Rate:
Requirement: The Port field must not be set to Disabled.
Defines the transfer speed used for communication with the terminal.
This setting must be the same both on the terminal and on the server.
300, 1200, 2400, 9600, 19.2K, 38.4K, 57.6K, 115.2K
The data is transferred to the terminal at the selected transfer rate.
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Protocol
Defines the transmission protocol used for communication with the
terminal. This setting should be the same on both the terminal and the
server. The protocols differ in the supported key sequences and
character sets and whether they can display color or only black and
white.
Flow Control
Defines how transfer via the port is controlled.
This setting must be the same on both the terminal and the server.
Requirement: The Port parameter must not be set to Disabled.
Console connection
Opens the submenu in which you make the settings for operating a
terminal on the system. The terminal can be connected to the server
using a direct serial connection (null modem cable). Screen output is
displayed in parallel on the terminal and on the system monitor.
Keyboard input on the terminal is sent to the system and handled in the
same way as input made on the connected server keyboard. You can, for
example, open and modify the BIOS Setup of the system on the terminal.
Saves parameter changes and terminates the BIOS Setup.
Discard Changes & Exit
Discards parameter changes and terminates the BIOS Setup.
Get Default Values
Resets all the parameters to their default values.
Load Previous Values
Resets all the parameters to the values that were in effect when the BIOS
Setup was called up.
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7Troubleshooting and Tips
V CAUTION!
Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter “Important notes”
on page 17.
How to handle errors that may occur while operating server blades in the basic
unit is described in the BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit operating manual.
If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described
–in the chapter "Troubleshooting and Tips" in the BX600 S2 or BX600 S3
basic unit operating manual,
–in the chapters for the installed components,
–in the documentation for the connected devices,
–in the help systems of the individual programs used.
If you are unable to correct the problem, proceed as follows:
ÊMake a note of the steps you have taken and the situation in which the fault
occurred. Also make a note of the error messages displayed.
ÊSwitch off the defective server blade or the system.
ÊContact customer service.
This chapter describes how to replace or add hot-plug components in the
PRIMERGY BX630 S2 scalable server blade.
V CAUTION
Only hard disk modules can be added or replaced while the system is
running. For all other system components, the server blade must be
switched off and removed from the basic unit in order to open it. The
required procedure is described in the Options Guide or the Service
Supplement and must only be performed by qualified staff.
8.1Hot-plug disk drives
In a PRIMERGY BX630 S2 dual-socket server blade, you can install one or two
2.5-inch SAS or SATA-II hard disk drives. In the BX630 S2 quad-socket server
blade, you can install up to four hard disk drives.
I You cannot operate both SAS and SATA hard disks together in a server
blade.
On delivery, the available hard disk drives for the BX630 S2 server blade are
mounted in a module frame that allows you to replace defective drives and add
new ones while the system is running. Together, the hard disk drive and the
module frame make up the hard disk module.
V CAUTION!
●A hard disk must only be removed from the module by a service
technician.
●The hard disk modules (drives) must all be clearly marked, so that
they can be reinstalled in the original bays if they are removed. If you
mix up the hard disks you might lose existing data.
●"Hot plugging" is only possible in conjunction with a corresponding
RAID configuration.
For more information on RAID configurations or RAID levels, see the
documentation for the RAID controller.
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Hot-plug disk drivesHot-plug components
Figure 23: 2.5-inch hard disk module and dummy module
1Hard disk module (hard disk carrier with installed hard disk drive)
2Indicators
HDD Busy (LED green)
HDD Fault (LED orange)
For a description, see the table on page 33 in the section „Control and
3Handle for engaging and disengaging the hard disk module
4Locking button
5Indentation for a sticker with the current drive identifier
6Dummy module
7Locking tabs
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Hot-plug componentsHandling hard disk drives and HDD modules
8.2Handling hard disk drives and HDD
modules
Hard disk drives incorporated in the HDD modules are highly sensitive electromagnetic devices and must be handled with great care. Incorrect handling can
cause partial or total failure of the hard disk drives. These failures can result in
data errors and to a loss of data or to total corruption of the hard disk drive.
Observe the following rules to prevent such problems occurring:
●Only store and transport HDD modules within the limits stipulated in the
specification.
●When transporting HDD modules (even over short distances), always use
the original packaging (ESD label).
●Never expose HDD modules to a temperature shock. Avoid the formation of
condensation inside and on the outside of the hard disk drive.
V CAUTION!
The HDD module must be acclimatized in its operating environment
for an acclimatization time before it is started up for the first time.
Temperature difference (°C)
(operating environment/
Table 1: Acclimatization times for HDD modules
Minimum acclimatization time
(hours)
outside)
53
105
157
208
259
3010
●Always set the HDD module down carefully, with the large surface facing
downwards to prevent it from tipping over.
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8.3Installing/removing the dummy module
Unused bays are fitted with a dummy module. Remove the dummy module
before you install an additional hard disk module.
ÊPress the two tabs on the dummy module together until the lock is
released (1).
ÊRemove the memory module from the slot (2).
To install the dummy module, follow the above procedure in reverse.
1
V CAUTION!
Keep the dummy module for future use. If you have removed the hard
disk module and do not replace it with a new one, you must reinstall the
dummy module to comply with EMC (electromagnetic compatibility)
regulations and cooling and fire protection requirements. Make sure that
the dummy module engages properly in the bay.
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8.4Installing/removing a hard disk module
Unlocking the hard disk module
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Figure 25: Unlocking a 2.5-inch hard disk module
–Press the green locking lever to the left (1) and swivel the locking handhold
to the front (2).
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Installing a hard disk module
Figure 26: Installing a hard disk module
ÊCarefully push the hard disk module into the empty bay as far as it will go.
ÊSwivel the handle fully round in the direction of the arrow until the locking
mechanism engages.
Removing the hard disk module
V CAUTION!
●Only remove a HDD module during operation if the drive is not
currently being accessed. Observe the control LEDs for the corresponding HDD modules (see “Control and Connection Panel” on
page 32).
●Under no circumstances should you remove an HDD module while
the system is in operation if you are not sure whether the hard disk
drive is operated by a RAID controller and belongs to a disk array
which is operating at RAID level 1.
An HDD module can only be replaced during operation in conjunction
with a corresponding RAID configuration.
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●All HDD modules (drives) must be uniquely identified so that they can
be reinstalled in their original mounting locations later. If this is not
done, existing data can be lost.
If you want to remove an HDD module during operation, proceed as follows:
ÊIf you want to remove a HDD module that is not defective, the drive must be
first set to offline via the software (RAID controller configuration software).
ÊUnlock the HDD module as described in section “Unlocking the hard disk
module” on page 79.
ÊPull the HDD module out a few centimeters.
ÊWait for at least 60 seconds.
I This period is necessary for the RAID controller to recognize that an
HDD module has been removed and for the hard disk drive to come
to a stop.
ÊPull the HDD module out completely.
ÊInstall the new HDD module, as described in “Unlocking the hard disk
module” on page 79 and “Installing a hard disk module” on page 80.
V CAUTION!
If you have removed an HDD module and do not install a new one in
its place, put the dummy module back in its place for cooling, to
comply with EMC regulations (regulations regarding electromagnetic
compatibility), and for protection against fire. Ensure that the dummy
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Security menu60
Server menu63
Server menu, CPU Status65
Server menu, Memory Status67
Server menu, terminal
functionality69
start43
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certification
product safety13
compliance standards13
configure
server blade11
consumables20
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data manipulation5
delivery note23
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