Fujitsu RX600 S4 User Manual

PRIMERGY RX600 S4 Server

Options Guide

Edition January 2008

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Contents

1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.1 Concept and target group of this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.2 Documentation overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.3 Extensions and conversions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1.4 Notational conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

2 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

4 Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

4.1 Opening the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5 Main memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

6 Processors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

6.1 Installing additional processors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

6.2 Replacing a processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

7 Accessible drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

7.1 Installing the CD/DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

7.2 Installing a tape drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

8 Controllers in non-hot-plug PCI slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

8.1 Installing controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Contents

9 Battery for the RAID5 controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

9.1 Installing the battery (iBBU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

10 Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

10.1 Closing the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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1 Preface

The PRIMERGY RX600 S4 server is an Intel-based server for mid-size and
large companies. It is suitable for use as a file server as well as an application,
information, or Internet server.

The server offers a high degree of reliability and availability through highly
developed hardware and software components. These include hard disk drive
modules, system fans, power supply units and PCI slots (all the components
listed are hot-pluggable), as well as ServerView Prefailure Detection (PFD),
“Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart” (ASR&R) and the ServerView
server management software.

The server is used exclusively as a rack model. It offers a whole host of config­uration options but only uses four height units in the 19-inch rack.

1.1 Concept and target group of this manual

This options guide shows you how you can expand and upgrade the server.

V CAUTION!

The actions described in this manual should only be performed by
technical specialists.

I The installation and removal of the hot-plug components is described in

the operating manual supplied with the server.

1.2 Documentation overview

I PRIMERGY manuals are available in PDF format on the ServerBooks

DVD, which is part of the ServerView Suite package provided with each
server system.

These PDF files can also be downloaded from the Internet free of
charge: At http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com you will find an overview
page showing the online documentation available on the Internet. You
can go to the PRIMERGY server documentation by clicking industry
standard servers.

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Documentation overview Preface

Additional documentation about the server

The PRIMERGY documentation comprises the following additional manuals:
– The “Safety notes and other important information” manual (printed copy

always supplied with the server, and available as a PDF file on the Server­Books DVD supplied)

– The “Guarantee” manual (printed copy always supplied with the server, and

available as a PDF file on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)

– The “Ergonomics” manual (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD

supplied)

– The operating manual for the PRIMERGY RX600 S4 server (PDF file

available on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)

– The technical manual for the system board D2244 (PDF file available on the

ServerBooks DVD supplied)

– The “PRIMERGY RX600 S4 BIOS Setup Utility” manual (PDF file available

on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)

– The service supplement for PRIMERGY RX600 S4 (PDF file available on

the ServerBooks DVD supplied)

– The “ServerView Suite” manual (printed copy always supplied with the

server, and available as a PDF file on the ServerBooks DVD supplied)

– The “WebBIOS Configuration Utility” (PDF file available on the ServerBooks

DVD supplied)

– The “PRIMERGY ServerView Suite – integrated Remote Management

Controller (iRMC S2)” manual (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD
supplied).

I You can order a supplementary ServerBooks DVD by sending an e-mail

to the following address, quoting your server data:

[e-mail]

Further sources of information:

– Technical manual for the relevant rack
– Manual for the monitor
– Documentation for boards and drives
– Documentation for your operating system
– Information files on your operating system

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Preface Extensions and conversions

1.3 Extensions and conversions

Additional processors

The system board can be upgraded to include up to four processors. You may
only use processors of the same type; all processors must have the same
frequency and cache size.

Extending the main memory

The system board provides slots for four memory boards, each of which can
accommodate up to eight memory modules. The slots are suitable for DDR-II /
533 or 667 MHz Fully Buffered DIMM modules with up to 8 Gbytes capacity per
DIMM module. This allows a maximum memory configuration of 256 Gbytes.

Additional accessible drives

You can add a CD/DVD drive in 0.5x5.25-inch format or a tape drive in 5.25x1.6­inch format.

Additional controllers in PCI slots

The system board has seven PCI Express slots:

● Slots 1-4 are hot-plug PCI slots which can be fitted with hot-pluggable

controllers (the hot-plug PCI slots are described in the operating manual).
They have a bandwidth of 4 GB/s.

● Slots 5 through 7 are non-hot-plug PCI slots with a bandwidth of 2 GB/s.

● Slots 4 and 5 may only be fitted with half-length modules.

Battery (BBU) for the RAID5 controller

An optional battery (intelligent battery backup unit = iBBU) is available for the
SAS RAID 5 controller to protect its memory contents in the event of a power
failure.

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Notational conventions Preface

ServerView Remote Management

Remote Management is the remote-management solution for PRIMERGY
systems from Fujitsu Siemens Computers. Remote Management and the
associated hardware components integrated in the system allow remote
monitoring and servicing as well as rapid recovery of the system in the event of
an error.

Remote Management with the Remote Management Controller iRMC S2

The iRMC S2 (intelligent Remote Management Controller) is integrated on the
I/O riser card as the baseboard management controller (BMC). It provides the
ServerView remote management functions. For further information, see the
“PRIMERGY ServerView Suite – integrated Remote Management Controller
(iRMC S2)” manual.

1.4 Notational conventions

The following notational conventions are used in this manual:

Italics indicate commands, menu items or software programs.
“Quotation marks” indicate names of chapters and terms that need to be

emphasized.

Ê indicates an action that must be performed.

V CAUTION! indicates that, if you ignore the information given at this

point, your health, the correct functioning of your
system or the security of your data may be at risk.

I indicates supplementary information, remarks and tips.

Table 1: Notational convention

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2Procedure

V CAUTION!

● The actions described in this manual should only be performed by

engineers, service personnel or technical specialists.

● Equipment repairs must only be performed by qualified staff.

● Any failure to observe the guidelines in this manual, and any unautho-

rized opening or improper repairs could endanger the user (through
electric shock, fire hazards) or damage the equipment.

● Please note that any unauthorized opening of the server will void the

warranty and exempt the manufacturer from all liability.

Ê First of all please familiarize yourself with the safety instructions in the

chapter “Safety instructions” on page 11ff.

Ê Make sure that all the manuals you need (see “Additional documentation

about the server” on page 6) are available, printing out the PDF files if

necessary.
You will definitely need:
– the operating manual for the server,

– the service supplement for the server, and
– the technical manual for the system board.

Ê Shut down the server correctly, switch it off, pull out the power plugs, and

open the server as described in the chapter “Preparation” on page 17f.

Ê Extend or upgrade your server as described in the relevant chapter.

I The installation and removal of the hot-plug components is described

in the operating manual supplied with the server.

Ê Close the server, plug in the power plugs, and switch on the server as

described in the chapter “Completion” on page 47f.

Ê Start the operating system and, if necessary, configure it as required (see

the operating manual).

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3 Safety instructions

I The following safety instructions are also provided in the manual “Safety

notes and other important information”.

This device meets the relevant safety regulations for IT equipment. If you have
any questions about whether you can install the server in the intended
environment, please contact your sales outlet or our customer service team.

V CAUTION!

● The actions described in this manual should only be performed by

technical specialists.

● Repairs to the device that do not relate to CSS failures must only be

carried out by service personnel. Please note that unauthorized inter­ference with the system will void the warranty and exempt the
manufacturer from all liability.

● Any failure to observe the guidelines in this manual, and any improper

repairs could expose the user to risks (electric shock, energy
hazards, fire hazards) or damage the equipment.

Before starting up

V CAUTION!

● During installation and before operating the device, observe the

instructions on environmental conditions for your device.

● If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may

form both inside and on the outside of the device.
Wait until the device has acclimatized to room temperature and is

absolutely dry before starting it up. Material damage may be caused
to the device if this requirement is not observed.

● Transport the device only in the original packaging or in packaging

that protects it from knocks and jolts.

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Safety instructions

Installation and operation

V CAUTION!

● If the device is integrated in an installation that receives power from

an industrial (public) power supply network with the IEC309
connector, the (public) power supply protection must comply with the
requirements for the non-industrial (public) power supply networks for
the type A connector.

● The device automatically sets itself to a voltage in the range of

100 V - 240 V. Make sure that your local voltage is within this range.

● This device has a specially approved power cable and must only be

connected to a safety socket on the rack mains socket strip.

● The ON/OFF button does not disconnect the device from the mains

voltage. To completely disconnect it from the mains voltage, remove
the power plug from the safety socket.

● Always connect the device and the attached peripherals to the same

power circuit. Otherwise you run the risk of losing data if, for example,
the server is still operating but the peripheral device (e.g. storage
subsystem) has failed during a power outage.

● Take notice that the data cables to peripheral devices are adequately

shielded.

● To the LAN wiring the requirements apply in accordance with the

standards EN 50173 and EN 50174-1/2. As minimum requirement
the use of a protected LAN line of category 5 for 10/100 MBps
Ethernet, and/or of category 5e for Gigabit Ethernet is considered.
The requirements of the specification ISO/IEC 11801 are to be
considered.

● Route the cables in such a way that they do not form a potential

hazard and that they cannot be damaged. When connecting up a
device, refer to the relevant notes in this manual.

● Never connect or disconnect data transmission lines during a storm

(lightning hazard).

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Safety instructions

V CAUTION!

● Make sure that no objects (such as bracelets or paper clips) fall into

or liquids spill into the device (risc of electric shock or short circuit).

● In emergencies (e.g. damaged casing, controls or cables, penetration

of liquids or foreign matter), switch off the device immediately, remove
the power plug from the safety socket and contact your sales outlet or
customer service team.

● Proper operation of the device (in accordance with IEC 60950-1/

EN 60950-1) is only ensured if the casing is completely assembled
and the rear covers for the installation openings have been put in
place (electric shock, cooling, fire protection, interference
suppression).

● Only install system expansions that satisfy the requirements and

rules governing safety and electromagnetic compatibility and relating
to telecommunications terminal equipment. If you install other expan­sions, you may damage the system or violate the safety regulations
and regulations governing RFI suppression. Information on which
system expansions are suitable can be obtained from the customer
service centre or your sales outlet.

● The components or parts marked with a warning label (e.g. lightning

symbol) may only be opened, removed or exchanged by authorized,
qualified personnel.

● The warranty expires if the device is damaged during the installation

or replacement of system expansions.

● You may only set those resolutions and refresh rates specified in the

operating manual of the monitor. Otherwise, you may damage your
monitor. If you are in any doubt, contact your sales outlet or customer
service centre.

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Safety instructions

Batteries

V CAUTION!

● Incorrect replacement of batteries may result in a risk of explosion.

The batteries may only be replaced with identical batteries or with a
type recommended by the manufacturer (see the technical manual for
the system board).

● Replace the lithium-battery on the system board in accordance with

the instructions in the technical manual for the system board.

Working with CDs/DVDs and CD/DVD drives

When working with devices with CD/DVD drives, these instructions must be
followed.

V CAUTION!

● Only use CDs/DVDs that are in perfect condition in your server's

CD/DVD drive, in order to prevent data loss, equipment damage and
injury.

● Check each CD/DVD for damage, cracks, breakages etc. before

inserting it in the drive.
Note that any additional labels applied may change the mechanical

properties of a CD/DVD and cause imbalance.
Damaged and imbalanced CDs/DVDs can break at high drive speeds

(data loss).
Under certain circumstances, sharp CD/DVD fragments can pierce

the cover of the CD/DVD drive (equipment damage) and can fly out
of the device (danger of injury, particularly to uncovered body parts
such as the face or neck).

I You can prevent mechanical damage and damage to the CD/DVD drive,

as well as premature CD/DVD wear, by observing the following sugges­tions:

● Only insert CDs/DVDs in the drive when needed and remove them

after use.

● Store the CDs/DVDs in suitable sleeves.

● Protect the CDs/DVDs from exposure to heat and direct sunlight.

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Safety instructions

I Laser information

The CD/DVD drive complies with IEC 60825-1 laser class 1.

V CAUTION!

The CD/DVD drive contains a light-emitting diode (LED), which under
certain circumstances produces a laser beam stronger than laser
class 1. Looking directly at this beam is dangerous.

Never remove parts of the CD/DVD drive casing!

Modules with electrostatic-sensitive components

Systems and components that might be damaged by electrostatic discharge
(ESD) are marked with the following label:

Figure 1: ESD label

When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must observe the following
points under all circumstances:

● Remove the power plug before installing or removing components

containing ESDs.

● You must always discharge yourself of static charges (e.g. by touching a

grounded object) before working.

● The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges.

● Only touch the components at the positions highlighted in green (touch

points).

● Do not touch any exposed pins or conductors on a component.

● Use a grounding cable designed for this purpose to connect yourself to the

system unit as you install components.

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Safety instructions

● Place all components on a static-safe base.

I You will find a detailed description for handling ESD components in the

relevant European or international standards (DIN EN 61340-5-1,
ANSI/ESD S20.20).

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4 Preparation

V CAUTION!

Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter “Safety instruc-

tions” on page 11ff.

Ê Exit all applications and shut down the server properly.
Ê If your operating system has not switched off the server, press the On/Off

button.

Ê Unplug the power plugs from the grounded power outlets.

4.1 Opening the server

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Figure 2: Removing the server

Ê Undo the knurled screws (1) and pull the server carefully out of the rack (2)

as far as possible.

Ê In the majority of cases it makes sense to remove the server from the rack.

I How to remove the server from the rack cabinet is described in the

operating manual.

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Opening the server Preparation

2

1

Figure 3: Removing the housing cover

Ê Undo the two captive screws on the front (1).
Ê Push the housing cover back a few centimeters (2).
Ê Take off the housing cover.

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