Intel SR2500AL User Manual

Intel® Server System SR2500AL User’s Guide

A Guide for Technically Qualified Assemblers of Intel® Identified Subassemblies/ Products

Intel Order Number D31969-004

Disclaimer

Information in this document is provided in connection with Intel® products. No license, express or implied, by estoppel or otherwise, to any intellectual property rights is granted by this document. Except as provided in Intel's Terms and Conditions of Sale for such products, Intel assumes no liability whatsoever, and Intel disclaims any express or implied warranty, relating to sale and/or use of Intel products including liability or warranties relating to fitness for a particular purpose, merchantability, or infringement of any patent, copyright or other intellectual property right. Intel products are not designed, intended or authorized for use in any medical, life saving, or life sustaining applications or for any other application in which the failure of the Intel product could create a situation where personal injury or death may occur. Intel may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice.

Intel server boards contain a number of high-density VLSI and power delivery components that need adequate airflow for cooling. Intel's own chassis are designed and tested to meet the intended thermal requirements of these components when the fully integrated system is used together. It is the responsibility of the system integrator that chooses not to use Intel developed server building blocks to consult vendor datasheets and operating parameters to determine the amount of airflow required for their specific application and environmental conditions. Intel Corporation can not be held responsible if components fail or the server board does not operate correctly when used outside any of their published operating or non-operating limits.

Intel, Intel Pentium, and Intel Xeon are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

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Safety Information

Important Safety Instructions

Read all caution and safety statements in this document before performing any of the instructions. See also Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information on the

Deployment Assistant CD and/or at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/

Intel

server/sb/cs-010770.htm.

Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise

Lesen Sie zunächst sämtliche Warnund Sicherheitshinweise in diesem Dokument, bevor Sie eine der Anweisungen ausführen. Beachten Sie hierzu auch die Sicherheitshinweise zu Intel-Serverplatinen und Servergehäusen auf der Intel unter http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-010770.htm.

Deployment Assistant CD oder

Consignes de sécurité

Lisez attention toutes les consignes de sécurité et les mises en garde indiquées dans ce document avant de suivre toute instruction. Consultez Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information sur le Intel sur le site http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/cs-010770.htm.

Deployment Assistant CD ou bien rendez-vous

Instrucciones de seguridad importantes

Lea todas las declaraciones de seguridad y precaución de este documento antes de realizar cualquiera de las instrucciones. Vea Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information en el Intel

motherboards/server/sb/cs-010770.htm.

Deployment Assistant CD y/o en http://support.intel.com/support/

重要安全指导

在执行任何指令之前，请阅读本文档中的所有注意事项及安全声明。和/或

http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sb/CS-010770.htm

上的 Intel Server Boards and Server Chassis Safety Information（《Intel 服务器主板与服务器机箱安全信息》）。

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Warnings

Heed safety instructions: Before working with your server product, whether you are

using this guide or any other resource as a reference, pay close attention to the safety instructions. You must adhere to the assembly instructions in this guide to ensure and maintain compliance with existing product certifications and approvals. Use only the described, regulated components specified in this guide. Use of other products / components will void the UL listing and other regulatory approvals of the product and will most likely result in noncompliance with product regulations in the region(s) in which the product is sold.

System power on/off: The power button DOES NOT turn off the system AC power. To

remove power from system, you must unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet. Make sure the AC power cord is unplugged before you open the chassis, add, or remove any components.

Hazardous conditions, devices and cables: Hazardous electrical conditions may be

present on power, telephone, and communication cables. Turn off the server and disconnect the power cord, telecommunications systems, networks, and modems attached to the server before opening it. Otherwise, personal injury or equipment damage can result.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) and ESD protection: ESD can damage disk drives,

boards, and other parts. We recommend that you perform all procedures in this chapter only at an ESD workstation. If one is not available, provide some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap attached to chassis ground any unpainted metal surface on your server when handling parts.

ESD and handling boards: Always handle boards carefully. They can be extremely

sensitive to ESD. Hold boards only by their edges. After removing a board from its protective wrapper or from the server, place the board component side up on a grounded, static free surface. Use a conductive foam pad if available but not the board wrapper. Do not slide board over any surface.

Installing or removing jumpers: A jumper is a small plastic encased conductor that slips

over two jumper pins. Some jumpers have a small tab on top that you can grip with your fingertips or with a pair of fine needle nosed pliers. If your jumpers do not have such a tab, take care when using needle nosed pliers to remove or install a jumper; grip the narrow sides of the jumper with the pliers, never the wide sides. Gripping the wide sides can damage the contacts inside the jumper, causing intermittent problems with the function controlled by that jumper. Take care to grip with, but not squeeze, the pliers or other tool you use to remove a jumper, or you may bend or break the pins on the board.

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Preface

About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing and using the Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the

Intel

Server System SR2500ALBRP.

This manual is written for system technicians who are responsible for troubleshooting, upgrading, and repairing this server system. This document provides reference information, feature information, and step by step instructions on how to add and replace components on the server system. For the latest version of this manual, see http://

support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/chassis/SR2500/.

Manual Organization

Chapter 1 provides a list of reference resources. In this chapter you will find a list of technical documents that give additional details on the Intel SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel they can be found.

Chapter 2 provides a brief overview of the server system. In this chapter, you will find a list of the server system features, illustrations of the product, and product diagrams to help you identify components and their locations.

Chapter 3 provides instructions on using the utilities that are shipped with the board or that may be required to update the system. This includes how to navigate through the BIOS Setup screens, how to perform a BIOS update, and how to reset the password or CMOS. Information about the specific BIOS settings and screens is available in the Intel 5000 Series Chipsets Server Board Family Datasheet. See “Server System References” for a link to the Intel

Chapter 4 provides instructions on adding and replacing components. Use this chapter for step-by-step instructions and diagrams for installing or replacing components such as the fans, power supply, drives, and other components.

At the back of this manual, you will find technical specifications, regulatory information, "getting help" information, and the warranty.

5000 Series Chipsets Server Board Family Datasheet.

Server System SR2500ALBRP, and the location where

Server System

Product Contents

The Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel® Server System SR2500ALBRP ships with the Intel Server Board S5000PAL User’s Guide.

There are two versions of this server system: the Intel SR2500ALLXR (SAS/SATA version) and the Intel SR2500ALBRPR (SATA only version). The contents of each server system are listed below.

Server Board S5000PAL. For further information, see the Intel®

Server System SR2500ALLX/

Server System SR2500ALBRP/

Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX/SR2500ALLXR Contents

Your I nt e l® Server System SR2500ALLX/SR2500ALLXR ships with the following items:

• Intel

• One 750 W power supply module, installed in the server system

• A box of hardware components, referred to below as the "hardware box"

• Low profile riser, installed in the server system

• Full height profile riser, installed in the server system

• Optical drive tray assembly, in hardware box

• Bridge board, installed in the server system

Server Board S5000PAL, installed in the server system

• Optical drive cable, installed in the server system

• Chassis intrusion switch, integrated into the server system riser

• Attention document, in the server system product box

• Quick Start User's Guide, in the server system product box

• One 32-6mm flat screw for installing the optical drive component, in the hardware

box

• Rack handles, in the hardware box

• Peripheral bay filler panel, in the hardware box

• Standard control panel, installed in the server system

• Active SAS/SATA mid-plane, installed in the server system

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Intel® Server System SR2500ALBRP/SR2500ALBRPR Contents

Your Intel® Server System SR2500ALBRP/SR2500ALBRPR ships with the following items:

• Intel

• One 750 W power supply module, installed in the server system

• A box of hardware components, referred to below as the "hardware box"

• Low profile riser, installed in the server system

• Full height profile riser, installed in the server system

• Optical drive tray assembly, in the hardware box

• Bridge board, installed in the server system

• Optical drive cable, installed in the server system

• Chassis intrusion switch, integrated into the server system riser

• Attention document, in the server system product box

• Quick Start User's Guide, in the server system product box

• One 32-6mm flat screw for installing the optical drive component, in the hardware

Server Board S5000PAL, installed in the server system

box

• Rack handles, in the hardware box

• Peripheral bay filler panel, in the hardware box

• Standard control panel, installed in the server system

• Passive mid-plane, installed in the server system

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Safety Information ..................................................................................................... iii

Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................ iii

Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise ............................................................................................... iii

Consignes de sécurité .......................................................................................................... iii

Instrucciones de seguridad importantes ............................................................................... iii

Preface .......................................................................................................................vii

About this Manual ................................................................................................................ vii

Manual Organization ............................................................................................................vii

Product Contents .................................................................................................................viii

Chapter 1: Server System References .....................................................................1

Chapter 2: Server System Features ..........................................................................3

Chassis Component Identification .........................................................................................6

Configuration Jumpers ...........................................................................................................9

RAID Support .......................................................................................................................13

Peripheral Devices ...............................................................................................................22

Advanced Management Options .........................................................................................23

Rack-Mounted Systems .......................................................................................................23

Intel

Server System SR2500ALLX/SR2500ALLXR Contents ...................................viii

Intel

Server System SR2500ALBRP/SR2500ALBRPR Contents .............................. ix

Internal Components .....................................................................................................6

Standard Control Panel ...............................................................................................18

Intel

Local Control Panel ...........................................................................................19

Bezels ..........................................................................................................................20

Hard Disk Drives ..........................................................................................................22

Slimline Optical Drive Carrier ......................................................................................23

Intel® Remote Management Module ...........................................................................23

Chapter 3: Hardware Installations and Upgrades .................................................25

Before You Begin .................................................................................................................25

Tools and Supplies Needed ........................................................................................25

System References .....................................................................................................25

Removing and Installing from a Rack ..................................................................................25

Fixed Bracket Rack Mount Removal ...........................................................................25

Fixed Bracket Rack Mount Installation ........................................................................26

Basic Rail Rack Mount Removal .................................................................................27

Basic Rail Rack Mount Installation ..............................................................................27

Tool-less Rail Rack Mount Servicing ...........................................................................28

Removing and Installing the Front Bezel .............................................................................28

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Removing the Front Bezel ........................................................................................... 29

Installing the Front Bezel ............................................................................................. 30

Removing and Installing the System Cover ........................................................................ 30

Removing the System Cover ...................................................................................... 30

Installing the Server System Cover ............................................................................. 31

Removing and Installing the Processor Air Duct ................................................................. 32

Removing the Processor Air Duct ............................................................................... 32

Installing the Processor Air Duct ................................................................................. 34

Installing and Removing Memory ........................................................................................ 35

Installing DIMMs .......................................................................................................... 35

Removing DIMMs ........................................................................................................ 37

Installing the Processor ............................................................................................... 37

Installing the Heat Sink(s) ........................................................................................... 39

Removing a Processor ................................................................................................ 40

Removing and Installing the Small Air Baffle ...................................................................... 40

Removing the Small Air Baffle .................................................................................... 41

Installing the Small Air Baffle ...................................................................................... 41

Removing and Installing the Large Air Baffle ...................................................................... 42

Removing the Large Air Baffle .................................................................................... 42

Installing the Large Air Baffle ...................................................................................... 43

Installing and Removing a Hot-swap Hard Drive ................................................................. 44

Installing a SAS or SATA Hot-swap Hard Disk Drive .................................................. 44

Removing a SAS or SATA Hot-swap Hard Disk Drive ................................................ 47

Installing or Removing a Slimline Optical Drive or Internal USB Floppy ............................. 47

Installing a Slimline Optical Drive or Internal USB Floppy .......................................... 48

Removing a Slimline Optical Drive or Internal USB Floppy ........................................ 49

Installing a Tape Drive ......................................................................................................... 51

Installing a Sixth Hard Drive ................................................................................................ 54

Filling Empty Server System Bays ...................................................................................... 57

Installing and Removing the PCI Riser Assembly ............................................................... 57

Removing the PCI Riser Assembly ............................................................................. 57

Installing the PCI Riser Assembly ............................................................................... 59

Replacing a PCI Riser Card ................................................................................................ 60

Removing a PCI Riser Card ........................................................................................ 60

Installing a PCI Riser Card .......................................................................................... 62

Installing and Removing a PCI Add-in Card ........................................................................ 63

Installing a PCI Add-in Card ........................................................................................ 63

Removing a PCI Add-in Card ...................................................................................... 64

Installing the I/O Expansion Module(s) ....................................................................... 66

Removing the I/O Expansion Module(s) ..................................................................... 67

Installing the Intel

Removing the Intel

RMM and Intel® RMM NIC ........................................................... 68

RMM and Intel® RMM NIC ......................................................... 70

Replacing the Mid-plane Board ........................................................................................... 71

Removing the Mid-plane Board ................................................................................... 71

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Installing the Mid-plane Board .....................................................................................72

Replacing the Backplane .....................................................................................................74

Removing the Backplane .............................................................................................74

Installing the Backplane ...............................................................................................76

Installing and Removing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM ......................77

Installing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM ......................................77

Removing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM ....................................78

Installing and Removing the RAID Battery Backup Unit (BBU) ...........................................79

Installing the RAID Battery Backup Unit ......................................................................79

Removing the RAID Battery Backup Unit ....................................................................80

Installing and Removing the Server Board ..........................................................................81

Installing the Server Board ..........................................................................................81

Removing the Server Board ........................................................................................82

Replacing the Backup Battery .............................................................................................84

Replacing the Power Supply ................................................................................................86

Replacing the Power Distribution Module ............................................................................88

Replacing the Control Panel ................................................................................................89

Replacing a Fan Module ......................................................................................................91

Replacing a Redundant Fan Module ...........................................................................91

Replacing a Fixed Fan Module ....................................................................................93

Replacing a Redundant System Fan ...................................................................................95

Replacing a Fixed Fan .........................................................................................................97

Installing and Removing the Rack Handles .........................................................................98

Installing the Rack Handles .........................................................................................98

Removing the Rack Handles .......................................................................................99

Chapter 4: Server Utilities ......................................................................................101

Using the BIOS Setup Utility ..............................................................................................101

Starting Setup ............................................................................................................101

If You Cannot Access Setup ......................................................................................101

Setup Menus .............................................................................................................101

Upgrading the BIOS ...........................................................................................................103

Preparing for the Upgrade .........................................................................................103

Upgrading the BIOS ..................................................................................................104

Clearing the Password .......................................................................................................104

Clearing the CMOS ............................................................................................................105

Appendix A: Technical Reference ........................................................................107

Cable Routing ....................................................................................................................107

Fan Connections ................................................................................................................108

750W Single Power Supply Input Voltages .......................................................................109

750W Single Power Supply Output Voltages ....................................................................109

System Environmental Specifications ................................................................................110

Appendix B: Troubleshooting ...............................................................................111

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Resetting the System ........................................................................................................ 111

Problems following Initial System Installation .................................................................... 112

First Steps Checklist ................................................................................................. 112

Hardware Diagnostic Testing ............................................................................................ 112

Verifying Proper Operation of Key System Lights ..................................................... 113

Confirming Loading of the Operating System ........................................................... 113

Specific Problems and Corrective Actions ........................................................................ 113

Power Light Does Not Light ...................................................................................... 114

No Characters Appear on Screen ............................................................................. 114

Characters Are Distorted or Incorrect ....................................................................... 115

System Cooling Fans Do Not Rotate Properly .......................................................... 115

Drive Activity Light Does Not Light ............................................................................ 116

CD-ROM Drive or DVD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not Light ............................ 116

Cannot Connect to a Server ...................................................................................... 116

Problems with Network ............................................................................................. 117

System Boots when Installing PCI Card ................................................................... 118

Problems with Newly Installed Application Software ................................................. 118

Problems with Application Software that Ran Correctly Earlier ................................ 118

Devices are not Recognized under Device Manager (Microsoft* Windows* Operating

System) ......................................................................................................... 119

Hard Drive(s) are not Recognized ............................................................................. 119

Bootable CD-ROM Disk Is Not Detected .................................................................. 119

LED Information ........................................................................................................ 120

BIOS POST Beep Codes .......................................................................................... 120

Appendix C: Intel® Server Issue Report Form .....................................................123

Appendix D: LED Decoder .....................................................................................127

Appendix E: Getting Help .......................................................................................133

World Wide Web ............................................................................................................... 133

Telephone ......................................................................................................................... 133

Appendix F: Regulatory and Compliance Information ........................................137

Product Regulatory Compliance ........................................................................................ 137

Product Safety Compliance ....................................................................................... 137

Product Regulatory Compliance References ............................................................ 138

Electromagnetic Compatibility Notices .............................................................................. 141

FCC Verification Statement (USA) ............................................................................ 141

Industry Canada (ICES-003) ..................................................................................... 142

Europe (CE Declaration of Conformity) ..................................................................... 142

VCCI (Japan) ............................................................................................................ 142

BSMI (Taiwan) .......................................................................................................... 142

Korean Compliance (RRL) ........................................................................................ 143

CNCA (CCC-China) .................................................................................................. 143

Product Ecology Compliance .................................................................................... 143

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Regulated Specified Components .............................................................................147

End-of-Life / Product Recycling .........................................................................................148

Appendix G: Warranty ............................................................................................149

Limited Warranty for Intel® Chassis Subassembly Products ............................................149

Appendix H: Installation/Assembly Safety Instructions ..................................... 153

English ...............................................................................................................................153

Deutsch ..............................................................................................................................155

Français .............................................................................................................................157

Español ..............................................................................................................................159

Chinese ..............................................................................................................................161

Italiano ...............................................................................................................................162

Appendix I: Safety Information .............................................................................165

English ...............................................................................................................................165

Server Safety Information ..........................................................................................165

Safety Warnings and Cautions ..................................................................................165

Intended Application Uses .........................................................................................166

Site Selection .............................................................................................................166

Equipment Handling Practices ..................................................................................166

Power and Electrical Warnings ..................................................................................167

System Access Warnings ..........................................................................................168

Rack Mount Warnings ...............................................................................................168

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) ...................................................................................169

Other Hazards ...........................................................................................................169

Deutsch ..............................................................................................................................170

Sicherheitshinweise für den Server ...........................................................................170

Sicherheitshinweise und Vorsichtsmaßnahmen ........................................................170

Zielbenutzer der Anwendung .....................................................................................171

Standortauswahl ........................................................................................................171

Handhabung von Geräten .........................................................................................171

Warnungen zu Netzspannung und Elektrizität ..........................................................172

Warnhinweise für den Systemzugang .......................................................................173

Warnhinweise für Racks ............................................................................................173

Elektrostatische Entladungen (ESD) .........................................................................174

Andere Gefahren .......................................................................................................174

Français .............................................................................................................................175

Consignes de securite sur le serveur ........................................................................175

Séurité: avertissements et mises en garde ...............................................................175

Domaines d’utilisation prévus ....................................................................................176

Sélection d’un emplacement .....................................................................................176

Pratiques de manipulation de l’équipement ...............................................................177

Alimentation et avertissements en matiére d’électricité .............................................177

Avertissements sur le cordon d’alimentation .............................................................178

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Avertissements sur l’accés au systéme .................................................................... 178

Avertissements sur le montage en rack .................................................................... 179

Décharges électrostatiques (ESD) ............................................................................ 180

Autres risques ........................................................................................................... 180

Périphériques laser ................................................................................................... 181

Español ............................................................................................................................. 181

Información de seguridad del servidor ...................................................................... 181

Advertencias y precauciones sobre seguridad ......................................................... 181

Aplicaciones y usos previstos ................................................................................... 182

Seleccién de la ubicación .......................................................................................... 182

Manipulacién del equipo ........................................................................................... 183

Advertencias de alimentacién y eléctricas ................................................................ 183

Advertencias sobre el cable de alimentación ............................................................ 183

Advertencias el acceso al sistema ............................................................................ 184

Advertencias sobre el montaje en bastidor ............................................................... 185

Descarga electrostática (ESD) .................................................................................. 185

Otros riesgos ............................................................................................................. 186

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List of Figures

Figure 1. Intel® Integrated Server System SR2500AL .............................................................. 3

Figure 2. ChassisComponents.................................................................................................. 6

Figure 3. Server Board Connector and Component Locations ................................................. 8

Figure 4. BIOS Select Jumper................................................................................................... 9

Figure 5. Recovery Jumpers ................................................................................................... 10

Figure 6. Light Guided Diagnostic LEDs ................................................................................. 11

Figure 7. Back Panel Connectors............................................................................................ 12

Figure 8. Passive Mid-Plane Components.............................................................................. 14

Figure 9. Active SAS/SATA Mid-Plane Components .............................................................. 15

Figure 10. Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Backplane Components (Front View)................................. 16

Figure 11. Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Backplane Components (Rear View).................................. 17

Figure 12. Standard Control Panel.......................................................................................... 19

Figure 13. Intel

Figure 14. Server System Back............................................................................................... 21

Figure 15. Optional Peripherals............................................................................................... 22

Figure 16. Front Bezel Supporting the Standard Control Panel.............................................. 28

Figure 17. Front Bezel Supporting the Intel

Figure 18. Removing the Front Bezel...................................................................................... 29

Figure 19. Installing the Front Bezel........................................................................................ 30

Figure 20. Removing the Server System Cover...................................................................... 31

Figure 21. Installing the Server System Cover........................................................................ 32

Figure 22. Removing the Processor Air Duct.......................................................................... 33

Figure 23. Removing the Processor 2 Air Dam (Optional - only if two processors are installed). 34

Figure 24. Installing the Processor Air Duct............................................................................ 35

Figure 25. Installing the Memory............................................................................................. 36

Figure 26. Lifting the Processor Socket Handle...................................................................... 38

Figure 27. Installing the Processor.......................................................................................... 38

Figure 28. Removing the Socket Cover .................................................................................. 39

Figure 29. Installing the Heat Sink (2U Passive Heat Sink Shown) ........................................ 39

Figure 30. Removing the Small Air Baffle ............................................................................... 41

Figure 31. Installing the Small Air Baffle ................................................................................. 42

Figure 32. Removing the Large Air Baffle ............................................................................... 43

Figure 33. Installing the Large Air Baffle ................................................................................. 44

Figure 34. Removing Hot-swap Disk Carrier from the Server System.................................... 45

Figure 35. Removing Retention Device from Drive Carrier..................................................... 45

Figure 36. Installing Hard Drive into Carrier............................................................................ 46

Figure 37. Install Drive Assembly into the Server System ...................................................... 46

Figure 38. Installing an Optical Drive into the Drive Tray........................................................ 48

Figure 39. Installing an Optical Drive Assembly into the Server System ................................ 49

Figure 40. Removing the Slimline Optical Drive Assembly from the Server System .............. 50

Figure 41. Removing the Slimline Optical Drive from the Tray ............................................... 50

Local Control Panel...................................................................................... 20

Local Control Panel.......................................... 28

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Figure 42. Installing Filler Blank into the Server System ........................................................ 51

Figure 43. Removing Tape Drive Filler Panel from the Server System .................................. 52

Figure 44. Removing Sixth Drive Filler Panel from the Server System .................................. 52

Figure 45. Inserting a Tape Drive into the Carrier................................................................... 53

Figure 46. Installing Tape Drive Assembly into the Server System........................................ 53

Figure 47. Installing Sixth HDD Bracket.................................................................................. 54

Figure 48. Installing Power and SATA Cables (Active Mid-Plane Installed)........................... 55

Figure 49. Installing Power and SATA Cables (Passive Mid-Plane Installed) ........................ 56

Figure 50. Installing the Filler Panels...................................................................................... 57

Figure 51. Removing PCI Riser Assembly from the Server System....................................... 58

Figure 52. Installing PCI Riser Assembly into the Server System .......................................... 59

Figure 53. Removing the PCI Riser Card from the Server System (Full Height Side)............ 61

Figure 54. Installing PCI Riser Card into the Server System.................................................. 62

Figure 55. Installing a Full Height Add-In Card....................................................................... 64

Figure 56. Removing a Full Height Add-In Card..................................................................... 65

Figure 57. Installing the I/O Expansion Module to the Server Board...................................... 66

Figure 58. Removing the I/O Expansion Module(s) from the Server Board............................ 67

Figure 59. Installing the Intel Figure 60. Removing the Intel

RMM and the Intel® RMM NIC Module to the Server System 69

RMM and the Intel® RMM NIC Module from the Server System 70

Figure 61. Removing the Bridge Board from the Server System............................................ 71

Figure 62. Removing the Mid-plane from the Server System................................................. 72

Figure 63. Installing the Mid-plane into the Server System .................................................... 73

Figure 64. Installing the Bridge Board into the Server System ............................................... 73

Figure 65. Removing the Backplane from the Server System................................................ 75

Figure 66. Installing the Backplane into the Server System ................................................... 76

Figure 67. Installing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM ................................ 77

Figure 68. Removing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM .............................. 78

Figure 69. Installing the RAID Battery Backup Unit ................................................................ 79

Figure 70. Removing the RAID Battery Backup Unit .............................................................. 80

Figure 71. Installing the Server Board .................................................................................... 81

Figure 72. Removing the Server Board .................................................................................. 83

Figure 73. Replacing the Backup Battery ............................................................................... 85

Figure 74. Removing Power Supply Filler Panel from the Server System.............................. 86

Figure 75. Removing Power Supply Module from the Server System.................................... 87

Figure 76. Installing Power Supply Module into the Server System ....................................... 87

Figure 77. Installing Power Supply Filler Panel into the Server System................................. 87

Figure 78. Removing the Power Distribution Module.............................................................. 88

Figure 79. Removing Standard Control Panel Module from the Server System..................... 90

Figure 80. Installing Control Panel Module into the Server System........................................ 90

Figure 81. Removing the Redundant Fan Module.................................................................. 92

Figure 82. Installing the Redundant Fan Module.................................................................... 92

Figure 83. Removing the Fixed Fan Module........................................................................... 94

Figure 84. Installing the Fixed Fan Module............................................................................. 94

Figure 85. Removing a Fan from the Redundant Fan Module................................................ 96

Figure 86. Installing a Fan into the Redundant Fan Module................................................... 96

Figure 87. Removing a Fan from the Fixed Fan Module ........................................................ 97

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Figure 88. Installing a Fan into the Fixed Fan Module............................................................ 98

Figure 89. Installing the Rack Handle ..................................................................................... 99

Figure 90. Removing the Rack Handle ................................................................................. 100

Figure 91. Clear Password Jumper....................................................................................... 105

Figure 92. Clear CMOS Jumper............................................................................................ 106

Figure 93. Cable Routing ...................................................................................................... 107

Figure 94. Connecting the Non-redundant Fan Power Cables to the Passive Mid-plane Board . 108

Figure 95. Connecting the Redundant Fan Power Cables to the Active Mid-plane Board.... 108

Figure 96. Diagnostic LED Placement Diagram.................................................................... 128

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List of Tables

Table 1. Server System References .........................................................................................1

Table 2. Intel

Feature Summary ......................................................................................................................4

Table 3. NIC LED Descriptions ...............................................................................................13

Table 4. Setup Menu Key Use ..............................................................................................102

Table 5. Power Supply Output Capability ..............................................................................109

Table 6. System Environmental Specifications .....................................................................110

Table 7. Resetting the System ..............................................................................................111

Table 8. LED Information ......................................................................................................120

Table 9. POST Error Beep Codes .........................................................................................120

Table 10. Error Beep Codes Generated by Intel

Table 11. POST Progress Code LED Example .....................................................................127

Table 12. Diagnostic LED POST Code Decoder ...................................................................128

Table 13. Product Regulatory Compliance Markings ............................................................138

Table 14. Product Ecology Compliance Markings .................................................................144

Table 15. Other Markings ......................................................................................................146

Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel® Server System SR2500ALBRP

Remote Management Module ................121

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1 Server System References

Four product codes are associated with the Intel® Server System SR2500AL:

• SR2500ALLX

• SR2500ALBRP

• SR2500ALLXR

• SR2500ALBRPR

Unless noted otherwise, all references to the Intel® Server System SR2500AL refer to all four product codes.

If you need more information about this product or information about the accessories that can be used with this server chassis, use the following resources.

Table 1. Server System References

For this information or

software

For in-depth technical information about the server system, including sub-system overviews and mechanical drawings

For basic BIOS settings and chipset information

For in-depth BIOS information

For in-depth firmware information on the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC)

For in-depth information

on Intel Technology

I/O Acceleration

Use this Document or Software

Intel

Server Chassis SR2500 Technical Product Specification

Found at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/chassis/

SR2500/

Intel

Server Board S5000PAL Technical Product Specification

Found at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/S5000PAL/

Intel

5000 Series Chipsets Server Board Family Datasheet

Found at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/S5000PAL/

Intel

S5000 Server Board Family Server BIOS External Product

Specification

Found: available to order by contacting your Intel field representative; Intel reference number 19953

ESB2 Baseboard Management Controller Core External Product Specification for the Intel® S5000 Server Board Family

Found: available to order by contacting your Intel field representative; Intel reference number 19692.

I/O Acceleration Technology Improves Intel Server Platform

Intel Network Performance, Reliability, and Efficiency whitepaper

Found: available from your Intel field representative

Table 1. Server System References

For this information or

software

If you just received this product and need to install it

For virtual system tours and interactive repair information

Accessories or other Intel server products

Hardware (peripheral boards, adapter cards) and operating systems that have been tested with this product

To make sure your system falls within the allowed power budget

For software to manage your Intel

server

Use this Document or Software

Intel

Integrated Server System SR2500AL Quick Start User's

Guide

Found: in the product box

A link to the SMaRT Tool is available under "Other Resources" at the right side of the screen at

http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/chassis/ SR2500

Spares and Configuration Guide Found: available from your Intel field representative or on the

Server Configurator Tool at http://indigo.intel.com/ serverconfiguratortool/default.aspx

Tested HardwareOperating Systems List Found at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/S5000PAL/

Power Budget Tool Found at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/S5000PAL/

System Management Software

Intel Found at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/sysmgmt/

index.htm

For diagnostics test software

Diagnostics Found at: http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/server/S5000PAL/

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2 Server System Features

This chapter briefly describes the main features of the server system. This chapter provides illustrations of the product, a list of the server system features, and diagrams showing the location of important components and connections on the server system.

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Figure 1. Intel® Integrated Server System SR2500AL

Table 2 summarizes the features of the server system.

Table 2. Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel® Server System

SR2500ALBRP Feature Summary

Feature Description

Dimensions

• 3.44 inches (87.30 mm) high

• 16.93 inches (430 mm) wide

• 27.75 inches (704.8 mm) deep

• 65 pounds (29.5 kg) - max chassis weight

Server Board Intel

Processor See the Intel

Memory • Eight DIMM slots supporting stacked DDR2 533/667 MHz

Server Board S5000PAL

Server Board S5000PAL/S5000XAL Technical

Product Specification for information on processor support.

FBDIMM memory

• Support for up to 32 GB DDR2 533/667 MHz FBDIMM memory

Chipset Intel

Peripheral Interfaces External connections:

5000P chipset, consisting of:

• Intel

5000P Memory Controller Hub (MCH)

6321ESB I/O Controller Hub

• Stacked PS/2* ports for keyboard and mouse

• RJ45 Serial B port

• Two RJ45 NIC connectors for 10/100/1000 Mb connections

• Two USB 2.0 ports

Internal connections:

• One USB port header, which supports two USB 2.0 ports

• One DH10 Serial A header

• Six Serial ATA 150 connectors with integrated RAID 0/1

support

• One ATA-100 44-pin connector for optical drive support

• SSI-compliant 24-pin control panel header

• SSI-compliant 24-pin main power connector, supporting the

ATX-12V standard on the first 20 pins

I/O Controll National Semiconductor* PC87427 controller

Video On-board ATI* ES1000 video controller with 16 MB DDR SDRAM

LAN Intel

Expansion Capabilities

82563EB dual port controller for 10/100/1000 Mbit/sec

Ethernet LAN connectivity

• One low profile riser slot supporting 1U or 2U PCI Express*

riser cards

• One full height riser slot supporting 1U or 2U PCI-X* and PCI

Express* riser cards

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Table 2. Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel® Server System

SR2500ALBRP Feature Summary

Feature Description

Hard Drives

• Five hot-swap SATA / SAS drives

• Drive bay for sixth hot-swap SATA / SAS drive or a 3.5 inch

tape drive

Peripherals • Slimline bay for IDE optical drive

• PCI riser card bracket

Control Panel (dependent on option selected)

LEDs and displays (dependent on option selected)

• Standard control panel

• Intel

With standard control panel:

Local Control Panel

• NIC1 Activity

• NIC2 Activity

• Power / Sleep

• System Status

• System Identification

• Hard Drive Activity

With Intel® Local Control Panel:

• NIC1 Activity

• NIC2 Activity

• Power / Sleep

• System Status

• System Identification

• Hard Drive Activity

• LCD Display

Power Supply Up to two 750W power supply modules

Fans

• Non-redundant three fan option (BRP)

• Redundant fan module option containing six system fans (LX)

• Two non-redundant fans in power supply

USB

• Two front panel USB ports

• One internal USB header providing two USB ports

System Management Intel

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System Management Software

Chassis Component Identification

This section helps you identify the components of your server system. If you are near the system, you can also use the Quick Reference Label provided on the inside of the chassis cover to assist in identifying components.

Internal Components

A. Rack Handles I. Processor Air Duct B. SAS/SATA Backplane J. System Fan Assembly (redundant option

C. Air Baffles K. Bridge Board D. Power Distribution Module L. Control Panel (standard control panel

E. Power Supply Module Housing (supports

up to two power supply modules) F. Riser Card Assembly N. Hard Drive Bays G. Integrated Chassis Intrusion Switch O. Slimline Optical Drive Bay H. System Memory (below duct in illustration)

M. Flex Bay - 6th HDD or Tape Drive (optional)

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shown)

Figure 2. ChassisComponents

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Server Board Connector and Component Locations

FF EE DD

CC BB

K L

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V UST

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A. BIOS Bank Select Jumper B. Intel® 6321ESB IO Controller

Hub

D. POST Code Diagnostic LEDs E. Intel

Adaptive Slot - Full

Height

C. I/O Expansion Module

Connector

F. PCI Express* Riser Slot - Low

Profile

G. System Identification LED -

H. Back Panel I/O Ports I. Status LED - Green/Amber

Blue

J. Serial B Configuration Jumper K. System Fan 4 Header L. System Fan 3Header

M. DIMM Sockets N. Intel

5000P MCH or Intel®

O. Processor 1 Socket

5000X MCH

P. Processor 2 Socket Q. Processor Fan 1 Header R. Voltage Regulator Heat Sink

S. Processor Fan 2 Header T. Bridge Board Connector U. ATA-100 Optical Drive

Connector (Power + IO)

V. System Fan 2 Header W. CPU Power Connector X. Main Power Connector

Y. Battery Z. Power Supply Management

AA. Dual Port USB 2.0 Header

Connector

BB. System Fan 1 Header CC. 24-pin SSI Control Panel

DD. SATA Port 0

Connector

EE. SATA Port 1 FF. SATA Port 2 GG. SATA Port 3

HH. SATA Port 4 II. SATA Port 5 JJ. SATA SW RAID 5 Activation

Key Connector

KK. Intel

NN. 3-pin IPMB Header OO. Intel® Local Control Panel

Remote Management

Module (RMM) Connector

LL. System Recovery Jumpers MM. Chassis Intrusion Switch

Header

PP. Serial A Header

Header

QQ. Intel

RMM NIC Connector

Figure 3. Server Board Connector and Component Locations

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Configuration Jumpers

BIOS Select

J3H1

1-2: Force Lower Bank

2-3: Normal Operation (Default)

TP02087

Jumper Name Jumper Purpose

BIOS Select If pins 1-2 are jumpered, the BIOS in the lower bank will be selected on

the next reset. These pins should be jumpered on 2-3 for normal operation.

Figure 4. BIOS Select Jumper

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BMC Force

Update Mode

J1D2

Password Reset

J1D3

Clear CMOS

J1D1

Disable

Enable

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Jumper Name Jumper Purpose

CMOS Clear If pins 2-3 are jumpered, the CMOS settings will be cleared on the next

reset. These pins should be jumpered on 1-2 for normal operation.

Password Clear If pins 2-3 are jumpered, administrator and user passwords will be cleared

on the next reset. These pins should be jumpered on 1-2 for normal operation.

BMC Force Update Mode If pins 2-3 are jumpered, BMC Force Update Mode is enabled. These pins

should be jumpered on 1-2 for normal operation.

Figure 5. Recovery Jumpers

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Intel® Light Guided Diagnostics

The server board contains diagnostic LEDs to help you identify failed and failing components, and to help you identify the server from among several servers. Except for the ID LED, the status LED, and the 5V standby LED, the LEDs turn on (amber) only if a failure occurs.

POST

Code LEDs

CPU 2

Socket

Light Guided Diagnostics Legend

through

DIMM A1

DIMM A2

DIMM B1

DIMM B2

JH K

DIMM C1

DIMM C2

DIMM D1

DIMM D2

CPU 1

Socket

A. POST Code LEDs B. ID LED C. Status LED D. DIMM A1 Fault E. DIMM A2 Fault F. DIMM B1 Fault G. DIMM B2 Fault H. DIMM C1 Fault I. DIMM C2 Fault J. DIMM D1 Fault K. DIMM D2 Fault L. CPU 1 Fault M. CPU 2 Fault N. 5V Standby

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Figure 6. Light Guided Diagnostic LEDs

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Back Panel Connectors

FC D E G HB

A. Mouse B. Keyboard

C. Serial Port B (RJ45) D. NIC 1 (10/100/1000 Mb)

E. NIC 2 (10/100/1000 Mb) F. Video

G. USB Port 6 H. USB Port 5

Figure 7. Back Panel Connectors

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The NIC LEDs at the right and left of each NIC provide the following information.

LED LED State Description

Left Off No network connection

Right Off 10 Mbps connection (if left LED is on or blinking)

RAID Support

The server system provides an embedded SATA controller that supports both 1.5 and 3.0 Gbps data transfer rates.

The BIOS Setup utility provides multiple drive configuration options on the Advanced | ATA Controller setup page, some of which affect the ability to configure RAID. The “Onboard SATA Controller” option is enabled by default. When this option is enabled, the “SATA Mode” option can be set to either Legacy or Enhanced. The Legacy and Enhanced modes affect the RAID configuration as follows:

Table 3. NIC LED Descriptions

Solid Amber Network connection in place

Blinking Amber Transmit/receive activity

Solid Amber 100 Mbps connection

Solid Green 1000 Mbps connection

• Legacy supports four disk drives and does not provide RAID support.

• Enhanced supports six disk drives and is required for RAID configurations.

When the enhanced mode is selected, you can choose to enable or disable “AHCI Mode” or “Configure SATA as RAID”. Intel by the option, “Configure SATA as RAID.” The Intel Technology II feature provides RAID modes 0, 1, and 10.

For RAID 0, 1, and 10, enclosure management is provided through the SATA_SGPIO connector on the server board when a cable is attached between this connector on the server board and to the backplane or I

If RAID 5 is desired, the optional Intel installed. To enable RAID 5, this activation key is placed on the SATA Key connector that is located at the left side of the server board. For information on how to install the Intel RAID Activation Key AXXRAKSW5 accessory to enable RAID 5, see the documentation that is included with the accessory kit.

For information on configuring RAID, see the RAID software user’s guide that is included on the

Intel® Server Deployment Toolkit 2.0 CD.

Embedded Server RAID Technology II is enabled

C interface.

RAID Activation Key AXXRAKSW5 can be

Embedded Server RAID

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SAS/SATA Mid-Planes

The mid-plane serves as the primary interface between the server board, hot-swap backplane, and control panel. Two midplanes are offered for this system: a passive SATA (data cables required), and an active SAS/SATA RAID (no data cables required). The following diagrams show the location for each connector found on the mid-planes.

A. Mid-plane Power F. Fan 4 Power B. Fan 6 Power G. Fan 3 Power C. Fan 5 Power H. Fan 1 Power D. SATA 0-7 Connectors I. Fan 2 Power E. Bridge Board Connector J. Backplane Connectors

Figure 8. Passive Mid-Plane Components

Note: SATA connectors 6 and 7 are not used in the Intel

the Intel

Server System SR2500ALBRP.

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Server System SR2500ALLX and/or

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A. RAID Battery Connector F. Fan 4 Power B. Mid-plane Power Connector G. Fan 3 Power C. Fan 6 Power H. Fan 2 Power D. Fan 5 Power I. Fan 1 Power E. Bridge Board Connector J. Backplane Connectors

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Figure 9. Active SAS/SATA Mid-Plane Components

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Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Backplane

The backplane serves as an interface between the mid-plane board and the system drives. The following diagrams show the location for each connector found on the backplane.

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A. Optical Drive Connector C. Control Panel Connector B. USB Floppy Connector D. SAS/SATA Connectors

Figure 10. Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Backplane Components (Front View)

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A. Flex Bay Power D. Backplane Power B. Flex Bay Data E. Data Connectors (one for the flex bay and

one for the mid-plane)

C. IDE Connector

Figure 11. Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Backplane Components (Rear View)

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Front of Server System

Standard Control Panel

The diagram below shows the features available on the standard control panel. Another option is the Intel

Local Control Panel, which is discussed next.

BA F GEDC

L JK

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Callout Feature Function

A. B.

C. Power/Sleep Button Continuous green light indicates a link between the system and

D. Power/Sleep LED Continuous green light indicates the system has power applied to

E. Hard Disk Drive

F. System Status LED Solid green indicates normal operation.

G. System Identification

H. System Identification

NIC 2 Activity LED NIC 1 Activity LED

Activity LED

LED

Button

Continuous green light indicates a link between the system and the network to which it is connected.

Blinking green light indicates network activity.

the network to which it is connected. Blinking green light indicates network activity.

it. Blinking green indicates the system is in S1 sleep state. No light indicates the power is off / is in ACPI S4 or S5 state. Random blinking green light indicates hard disk drive activity (SAS

or SATA). No light indicates no hard disk drive activity.

Blinking green indicates degraded performance. Solid amber indicates a critical or non-recoverable condition. Blinking amber indicates a non-critical condition. No light indicates POST is running or the system is off. Solid blue indicates system identification is active. No light indicates system identification is not activated. Solid blue indicates system identification is active. No light indicates system identification is not activated.

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Callout Feature Function

I. Reset Button Reboots and initializes the system. J. USB 2.0 Port Allows you to attach a USB component to the front of the chassis. K. NMI Button Puts the server in a halt-state for diagnostic purposes. L. Video Port Allows you to attach a video monitor to the front of the chassis.

Figure 12. Standard Control Panel

Intel® Local Control Panel

The diagram below shows the features available on the Intel® Local Control Panel.

The front and rear video ports cannot be used at the same time.

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O M L K J HIN G

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Callout Feature Function

A. USB 2.0 Port Allows you to attach a USB component to the front of the chassis. B. LCD Display Screen on which system information is displayed. C. Menu Control Button,

Scroll Up

D. Menu Control Button,

Scroll Down

E. Menu Control Button,

Scroll Left

F. Menu Control Button,

Enter

G. System Identification

LED

H. Power/Sleep LED Continuous green light indicates the system has power applied to

Scroll up one option at a time.

Scroll down one option at a time.

Move to the previous option.

Select option.

Solid blue indicates system identification is active. No light indicates system identification is not activated.

it. Blinking green indicates the system is in S1 sleep state. No light indicates the power is off / is in ACPI S4 or S5 state.

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Callout Feature Function

I. Power/Sleep Button Continuous green light indicates a link between the system and

the network to which it is connected. Blinking green light indicates network activity.

J. System Status LED Solid green indicates normal operation.

K. L.

M. Hard Disk Activity

N. Reset Button Reboots and initializes the system. O. USB 2.0 Port Allows you to attach a USB component to the front of the system.

NIC 2 Activity LED NIC 1 Activity LED

LED

Continuous green light indicates a link between the system and the network to which it is connected.

Blinking green light indicates network activity. Random blinking green light indicates hard disk drive activity

(SAS or SATA). No light indicates no hard disk drive activity.

Figure 13. Intel® Local Control Panel

Bezels

The optional front bezels provide a snap-on design that allows for maximum airflow through the server chassis. Two bezels are available. One fits a system that has the standard control panel installed. The other is used for a chassis with the other Intel

Local Control Panel. Each bezel provides a lock to secure the hard drive and optical drive area. For instructions on installing either of the front bezels, see “Installing the Front Bezel”.

The order numbers for the bezels are:

• ADWBEZBLACK: Black bezel for use with the standard control panel.

• ADWLCDBEZEL: Black bezel for use with the Intel

Local Control Panel.

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Rear of Server System

A B

A. Low Profile Add-in Card Slots I. USB 6 B. Full Height PCI Add-in Card Slots J. USB 5 C. Upper Power Supply Module K. Video D. Upper Power Receptacle L. DB-9 Serial A Connector Knockout E. Lower Power Receptacle M. NIC 2 F. Lower Power Supply Module N. NIC 1 G. Server Management NIC (Optional) O. RJ45 Serial B Connector H. I/O Module (Optional) P. PS2* Keyboard and Mouse Connectors

GH EF

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Figure 14. Server System Back

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Peripheral Devices

The server system provides locations and hardware for installing hard drives, a USB floppy drive, CD-ROM drive, or DVD-ROM drive. The drives must be purchased separately. The following figure shows the available options.

D CE

TP02126

A. Slimline Optical Drive Bay B. Tape Drive Filler Panel C. 6th HDD or Tape Drive Bay (Optional) D. Hard Disk Drive Bays E. HDD to Floppy Drive Conversion (Optional)

Figure 15. Optional Peripherals

Hard Disk Drives

The server system ships with five drive carriers for installing five SAS or Serial ATA (SATA) hot-swap drives.

Note: SAS drives are supported on the Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX/SR2500ALLXR only.

One left drive bay can be converted to be used as a floppy bay. To use the bay for a floppy drive, the AXXFLOPHDDTRAY accessory kit must be used.

For instructions on installing hard drives, see “Installing and Removing a Hot-swap Hard

Drive”.

Note: Drives can consume up to 17 watts of power each. Drives must be specified to run at a

maximum ambient temperature of 45C.

Note: The Intel

does not support all SAS or Serial ATA (SATA) hard drives. See “Server System

References” for an Internet link to a list of supported hardware.

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Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel® Server System SR2500ALBRP

Slimline Optical Drive Carrier

The slimline optical drive carrier can be used with an optional optical drive. One slimline carrier is included with your server system; the optical drive must be purchased separately. You cannot install both an optical drive and a USB floppy drive.

The slimline optical drive carrier can be inserted or removed only when system power is turned off. Drives in the optical drive carrier are NOT hot swappable. For installation instructions on installing an optical drive, see “Installing or Removing a Slimline Optical

Drive or Internal USB Floppy”.

To use one of the drives provided by Intel, use the following order codes:

• Slimline CD-ROM Drive: AXXSCD

• Slimline DVD/CDR Drive: AXXDVDCDR

Note: The Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel® Server System SR2500ALBRP

does not support all slimline optical drives. See “Server System References” for an Internet link to a list of supported hardware. Intel provides accessory kits for these drives.

Advanced Management Options

Intel® Remote Management Module

The Intel® Remote Management Module is available to provide advanced server management features.

For installation instructions on installing the Intel instructions provided with the management module.

Rack-Mounted Systems

Your Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel® Server System SR2500ALBRP can be mounted into a rack. Intel provides three options to mount this server into a rack. When installing the chassis into a rack, Intel recommends you install systems from the bottom of the rack to the top. In other words, install the first system in the rack into the bottom position of the rack, the second system in the second position from the bottom, and so on. Instructions for installing your chassis into a rack are included in the rail kit.

Remote Management Module, see the

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3 Hardware Installations and

Upgrades

Before You Begin

Before working with your server product, pay close attention to the “Safety Information” at the beginning of this manual.

Tools and Supplies Needed

• Phillips* (cross head) screwdrivers (#1 bit and #2 bit)

• Needle nosed pliers

• Antistatic wrist strap and conductive foam pad (recommended)

System References

All references to left, right, front, top, and bottom assume the reader is facing the front of the server system as it would be positioned for normal operation.

Removing and Installing from a Rack

Three Intel® rack options are available to install the Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel bracket kit, the basic rail kit, and the tool-less rail kit. Only the tool-less rail kit allows you to service the server system while installed in a rack. The other rack options require the system to be removed from the rack before servicing.

Note: Follow all safety guidelines while removing a system from a rack to avoid injury.

Fixed Bracket Rack Mount Removal

1. Disconnect all cables from the back of the system.

Note: Remember to use the system LED to properly identify the system you are servicing.

2. Remove screws from the brackets and remove the system from the rack.

Server System SR2500ALBRP in a rack. The options are the fixed

Fixed Bracket Rack Mount Installation

1. Fully extend a rail assembly; the finger tab for the extension lock is revealed.

2. Press the finger tab and slide the inside rail from the middle rail until it completely separates.

Note: The middle rail and outer rail cannot be separated.

3. Position an inside rail along one side of the chassis with the finger tab facing outward and located closer to the rear of the chassis.

4. Align the holes in the rail with the tabs on the chassis and place the rail against the chassis.

5. Slide the rail as far as it will go toward the front of the chassis to engage the tabs.

6. Fasten the rail to the chassis using one screw at the front of the chassis.

7. In the same manner, attach the other inside rail to the other side of the chassis

8. Using two screws, attach one nut bar to the inside of the rack post. Do not completely tighten the screws; leave them loose enough to allow insertion of the brackets in the next step.

9. Insert the slotted foot of a rail bracket between each nut bar and post.

10. Align the face of the bracket foot with the inside edge of the rack post and firmly tighten the screws.

11. Repeat steps 8 to 10 above to install the other 3 brackets (2 front & 2 back). Ensure all brackets are at the same height on the rack.

12. Position a rail assembly (middle and outer rails) with its black plastic end caps toward the rear of the rack and its outer rail closest to the brackets.

13. Align the front screw hole in the outer rail with the threaded hole nearest the front of the front bracket and fit the rail assembly into the front and rear brackets.

14. Slide the middle rail toward the front until the access hole in the middle rail is aligned with the front screw hole in the outer rail.

15. Insert screw through the access hole and loosely attach the outer rail to the front bracket.

16. In a similar manner to steps 13 through 15, install a screw through a slot in the outer rail and into the rear-most threaded hole in the front bracket. Firmly tighten this screw.

17. Firmly tighten the front screw installed loosely in step 15.

18. In the same manner, attach the other rail assembly to the other side.

19. Slide the middle rail toward the front until the rear bracket area is accessible.

20. Attach the rear end of the outer rail to the rear bracket with at least one screw. If possible, attach at two places.

21. In the same manner, attach the other rail assembly to the other side.

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22. Fully extend the left and right rails until the extension locks have engaged and the rails will not push back in. The rail system is now ready to receive the chassis.

Caution: Lifting and placing the chassis in the rails is a two-person job. If needed, use an

appropriate lifting device.

23. With the chassis front facing you, lift the chassis and carefully insert the rails attached to the chassis in the extended rails.

24. Slide the chassis toward the rear of the cabinet until the rails lock together.

25. Depress and hold down the finger tabs on both extension locks while sliding the chassis toward the rear.

26. Slide the chassis all the way into the rack until the chassis handles are against the front posts.

Basic Rail Rack Mount Removal

1. Disconnect all cables from the back of the system.

Note: Remember to use the system LED to properly identify the system you are servicing.

2. Pull system from rack until brackets are fully extended.

3. Push in both clips on the brackets and slide the system forward until the inner rail separates from the outer rail.

4. Remove and service the system.

Basic Rail Rack Mount Installation

1. Extend the inner rail until it locks.

2. Depress the spring safety lock to release the inner rail.

3. Remove the inner rail from the rail assembly.

4. Attach the outer rail slides to the rack posts using two #10-32 x 1/2 screws at the front posts, and two #10-32 x 1/2 screws at the rear posts.

Note: The rail flanges mount to the inside of each post.

5. Insert the inner rails over the server chassis sidewall studs.

6. Slide the inner rails toward the front of the server chassis.

7. Secure the inner rails with one #6-32 x 1/4 screw for each rail.

8. Align the inner rails (attached to the server chassis) with the outer rail assemblies (attached to the rack).

9. Engage the matching rails and slide the server chassis into the rack until the two safety stops lock into position.

10. Depress the two safety locks (one on each side).

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11. Slide the server chassis all the way into the rack.

12. Use the rack screws (#10-32 x 3/4) to secure the chassis and rack handles into the rack.

Tool-less Rail Rack Mount Servicing

1. To service the system, pull the system out from the rack.

2. Disconnect the power cable(s) and proceed with servicing the system.

3. When the servicing is completed, re-connect the power cable(s).

4. Pull up on the green tabs on each rail and slide the system back into the rack.

Note: Beware of cables when re-installing the system into the rack so that the cables do not get

pulled or interfered with.

Removing and Installing the Front Bezel

The front bezels are available as optional accessories for the Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX and/or the Intel are available. One is used for the standard control panel and the other is used with the

Intel

Local Control Panel. See the diagrams below to identify your front bezel. Note the

Server System SR2500ALBRP. Two front bezel options

orientation in the figures below - the control panel is at the right. If you are installing a bezel on your server system, make sure you position it as shown.

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Figure 16. Front Bezel Supporting the Standard Control Panel

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Figure 17. Front Bezel Supporting the Intel

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Local Control Panel

Removing the Front Bezel

Use the steps below if your system includes a front bezel.

1. Unlock the bezel.

2. Disconnect any cables attached to the control panel.

3. Pull the bezel from the server system.

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Figure 18. Removing the Front Bezel

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Installing the Front Bezel

Use the steps below if your system includes either the standard front bezel or the front bezel for the Intel

1. At each end of the bezel, line up the center notch on the bezel with the center guide on the rack handles.

2. Push the bezel onto the front of the server system until it clicks into place.

3. Connect any necessary cables to the front control panel area at the right side of the server system.

Local Control Panel. The front bezel is optional.

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Figure 19. Installing the Front Bezel

Removing and Installing the System Cover

Removing the System Cover

The server system must be operated with the chassis cover in place to ensure proper cooling. You will need to remove the top cover to add or replace components inside of the server. Before removing the chassis cover, power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

Note: A nonskid surface or a stop behind the server system may be needed to prevent the server

system from sliding on your work surface.

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1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server.

3. Disconnect the AC power cord(s).

4. Remove the safety screw if it is installed. See letter "A" in the figure below.

5. While holding in the blue button at the top of the server system in (see letter "B"), slide the top cover back until it stops (see letter "C").

6. Insert your finger in the notch (see letter “D”) and lift the cover upward to remove it.

Figure 20. Removing the Server System Cover

Installing the Server System Cover

1. Place the cover over the server system so that the side edges of the cover sit just inside the server system sidewalls.

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2. Slide the cover forward until it clicks into place (see letter “A”).

3. (Optional) Insert the safety screw at the center of the top cover (see letter “B”) if required.

4. Reconnect all peripheral devices and the AC power cord(s).

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Figure 21. Installing the Server System Cover

Removing and Installing the Processor Air Duct

Always operate your server system with the processor air duct in place. The air duct is required for proper airflow within the server system.

For instructions on adding or replacing a processor, first remove the processor air duct, and then see your server board user guide for instructions on processor installations and removals. Return to these instructions to reinstall the processor air duct after installing your processor and heat sink.

Removing the Processor Air Duct

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See "“Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable.

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Lift the processor air duct from its location over the two processor sockets.

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Figure 22. Removing the Processor Air Duct

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Installing the Processor Air Duct

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See "“Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Turn processor air duct over to reveal underside (see letter “A”).

5. If two processors are installed: remove air dam (see letter “B”) by sliding slotted holes off duct pins.

Notes: Do not remove the air dam if only one processor is installed.

Do not remove memory air deflector.

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Figure 23. Removing the Processor 2 Air Dam (Optional - only if two

processors are installed)

6. Place the processor air duct over the processor socket(s). See the figure below. The front edge of the air duct should contact the fan module. Use caution not to pinch or disengage cables that may be near or under the air duct.

7. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

8. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Figure 24. Installing the Processor Air Duct

Installing and Removing Memory

The silkscreen on the board for the DIMMs displays DIMM A1, DIMM A2, DIMM B1, DIMM B2, DIMM C1, DIMM C2, DIMM D1 and DIMM D2 starting from the center of the board. See "Memory" for a discussion of the memory requirements and options. See

“Server System References” for a link to the list of tested DIMMs.

Installing DIMMs

To install DIMMs, follow these steps:

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions in “Safety Information”.

2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server.

3. Disconnect the AC power cord(s) from the server.

4. Remove the server's cover. See the documentation that came with your server chassis for instructions on removing the server's cover.

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5. Locate the DIMM sockets (see Figure 25).

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DIMM B2

Socket

DIMM B1

Socket

DIMM A2

Socket

DIMM A1

Socket

DIMM C1 Socket

DIMM C2 Socket

DIMM D1 Socket

DIMM D2 Socket

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Figure 25. Installing the Memory

6. Make sure the clips at either end of the DIMM socket(s) are pushed outward to the open position (see letter “A” in the figure above).

7. Holding the DIMM by the edges, remove it from its anti-static package.

8. Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the notch on the bottom edge of the DIMM with the key in the DIMM socket. The arrow in the inset in Figure 7 is pointing to the key in the socket (see letter “B” in the figure above).

9. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket.

10. When the DIMM is inserted, push down on the top edge of the DIMM until the retaining clips snap into place (see letter “C” in the figure above). Make sure the clips are firmly in place (see letter “D” in the figure above).

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11. Replace the server's cover and reconnect the AC power cord(s). See the documentation that came with your server chassis for instructions on installing the server's cover.

Removing DIMMs

To remove a DIMM, follow these steps:

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions in “Safety Information”.

2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server.

3. Remove the AC power cord(s) from the server.

4. Remove the server's cover. See the documentation that came with your server chassis for instructions on removing the server's cover.

5. Gently spread the retaining clips at each end of the socket. The DIMM lifts from the socket.

6. Holding the DIMM by the edges, lift it from the socket, and store it in an anti-static package.

7. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the DIMM sockets.

8. Replace the server's cover and reconnect the AC power cord(s). See the documentation that came with your server chassis for instructions on installing the server's cover.

Installing or Replacing the Processor

Caution: Processor must be appropriate: You may damage the server board if you install a

processor that is inappropriate for your server. See “Server System References” for a link to the list of compatible processor(s).

Caution: ESD and handling processors: Reduce the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to

the processor by doing the following: (1) Touch the metal chassis before touching the processor or server board. Keep part of your body in contact with the metal chassis to dissipate the static charge while handling the processor. (2) Avoid moving around unnecessarily.

Caution: Protective socket cover needs to be removed for proper cooling of the processor; failure to

remove the cover could result in damage to the system.

Installing the Processor

To install a processor, follow these instructions:

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions in “Safety Information”.

2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server.

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3. Disconnect the AC power cord(s) from the server.

4. Remove the server's cover. See the documentation that came with your server chassis for instructions on removing the server's cover.

5. Locate the processor socket and raise the socket handle completely (see Figure 26).

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Figure 26. Lifting the Processor Socket Handle

6. Raise the CPU load plate (see Figure 27).

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Figure 27. Installing the Processor

Note: Do not touch the socket pins; they are very sensitive and easily damaged.

7. Line up the alignment marks on the processor and the socket, and insert the processor into the socket.

Note: Make sure the alignment triangle mark and the alignment triangle cutout align correctly.

8. Remove the protective socket cover (see Figure 28).

Note: Retain the protective socket cover for use when removing a processor that will not be

replaced.

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Figure 28. Removing the Socket Cover

9. Lower the CPU load plate and lower the socket lever completely.

Installing the Heat Sink(s)

The heat sink has Thermal Interface Material (TIM) located on the bottom of it. Use caution when you unpack the heat sink so you do not damage the TIM.

1. Set the heat sink over the processor, lining up the four captive screws with the four posts surrounding the processor.

2. Loosely screw in the captive screws on the heat sink corners in a diagonal manner. Do no fully tighten one screw before tightening another.

3. Gradually and equally tighten each captive screw until each is firmly tightened.

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Figure 29. Installing the Heat Sink (2U Passive Heat Sink Shown)

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4. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the processor sockets.

5. Replace the server's cover and reconnect the AC power cord(s). See the documentation that came with your server chassis for instructions on installing the server's cover.

Removing a Processor

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions in “Safety Information”.

2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server. Turn off the server.

3. Remove the AC power cord(s) from the server.

4. Remove the server's cover. See the documentation that came with your server chassis for instructions on removing the server's cover.

5. Unplug the processor fan cable from the server board.

6. Loosen the four captive screws on the corners of the heat sink.

7. Twist the heat sink slightly to break the seal between the heat sink and the processor.

8. Lift the heat sink from the processor. If it does not pull up easily, twist the heat sink again. Do not force the heat sink from the processor. Doing so could damage the processor.

9. Lift the processor lever.

10. Raise the CPU load plate.

11. Remove the processor.

12. If installing a replacement processor, see “Installing the Processor”. Otherwise, install the protective socket cover over the empty processor socket and reinstall the chassis cover.

Removing and Installing the Small Air Baffle

Some installation processes will require that you remove the small air baffle that is placed behind the hard drive bays, near the front of your server. The steps below describe how to remove and then install the small air baffle. Use these steps only when it is indicated as necessary for a component installation process.

Always operate your server system with the small air baffle in place. The small air baffle is required for proper airflow within the server system.

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Removing the Small Air Baffle

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Pull up and out on the air baffle to remove it. See the figure below.

Figure 30. Removing the Small Air Baffle

Installing the Small Air Baffle

1. Lower the baffle into the server system.

2. Snap the baffle into place as shown in the figure below.

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Figure 31. Installing the Small Air Baffle

3. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

4. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Removing and Installing the Large Air Baffle

Some installation processes will require that you remove the large air baffle that is placed behind the hard drive bays, next to the fan module near the front of your server. The steps below describe how to remove and then install the large air baffle. Use these steps only when it is indicated as necessary for a component installation process.

Always operate your server system with the large air baffle in place. The large air baffle is required for proper airflow within the server system.

Removing the Large Air Baffle

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

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2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Note how the cables are routed over and under the air baffle (if any). You will need to re-route these cables.

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5. Pull up on the air baffle to remove it. See the figure below. You may need to remove or hold cables out of the way.

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Figure 32. Removing the Large Air Baffle

Installing the Large Air Baffle

1. Lower the baffle into the server system and snap into the server board standoff as shown in the figure below.

2. While setting the baffle into place, route the cables beneath it appropriately. See

Appendix , “Cable Routing” or the Quick Reference Label that came with your

system for help in determining where the cables should be routed.

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Figure 33. Installing the Large Air Baffle

3. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

4. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Installing and Removing a Hot-swap Hard Drive

Up to six hot-swap SAS or SATA drives can be installed.

Cautions: If you install less than six drives or devices, empty drive bays must be occupied by

carriers with baffles to maintain proper system cooling. To avoid possible damage to your server system, do not use older style drive carriers.

Note: The server system does not support all hard drives. See “Server System References“ for

an Internet link to a list of supported hardware.

Installing a SAS or SATA Hot-swap Hard Disk Drive

1. Remove the front bezel if it is installed. For instructions, see “Removing the Front

Bezel”.

2. Open the latch at the front of the hard drive carrier. See letter "A" in the figure below.

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3. Pull out on the black lever and slide the carrier from the server system. See letter "B" in the figure below.

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Figure 34. Removing Hot-swap Disk Carrier from the Server System

4. Remove the four screws that attach the plastic retention device or the previously installed hard drive to the drive carrier. Two screws are at each side of the retention device or the hard drive. Store the plastic retention device for future use.

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Figure 35. Removing Retention Device from Drive Carrier

5. Remove the hard drive from its wrapper and place it on an antistatic surface.

6. Set any jumpers and/or switches on the drive according to the drive manufacturer's instructions.

7. With the drive circuit-side down, position the connector end of the drive so that it is facing the rear of the drive carrier.

8. Align the holes in the drive to the holes in the drive carrier and attach it to the carrier with the screws that were attached to the plastic retention device.

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Figure 36. Installing Hard Drive into Carrier

9. With the black lever in the fully open position, slide the drive assembly into the server system. The green latch at the front of the drive carrier must be to the right. Do not push on the black drive carrier lever until the lever begins to close by itself.

10. When the black drive carrier lever begins to close by itself, push on it to lock the drive assembly into place.

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Figure 37. Install Drive Assembly into the Server System

11. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

12. (Optional) Install the front bezel. For instructions, see “Installing the Front Bezel”.

13. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Removing a SAS or SATA Hot-swap Hard Disk Drive

1. Remove the front bezel if it is installed. For instructions, see “Removing the Front

Bezel”.

2. Press in on the green latch at the front of the hard drive carrier.

3. Pull out on the black lever to slide the carrier from the server system.

4. Remove the four screws that attach the hard drive to the drive carrier. Lift the drive from the carrier. Store the drive in an anti-static bag.

5. If you are not installing a new drive, place the plastic retention device into the drive carrier, using the four screws you removed from the hard drive.

6. Insert the screws that held the drive in the carrier into the screw locations on the carrier for future use.

7. With the black lever in the fully open position, slide the drive carrier into the server system. The green latch must be to the right. Do not push on the black lever until the lever begins to close by itself.

Note: For proper airflow, the hard drive carrier must be replaced in the server system, even if no

hard drive is installed in it.

8. When the black lever begins to close by itself, push on it to lock the drive carrier into place.

9. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

10. (Optional) Install the front bezel. For instructions, see “Installing the Front Bezel”.

11. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Installing or Removing a Slimline Optical Drive or Internal USB Floppy

Cautions: Slimline optical drives are NOT hot swappable. Before removing or replacing the drive,

you must first take the server out of service, turn off all peripheral devices connected to the system, turn off the system by pressing the power button, and unplug the AC power cord from the system or wall outlet.

To maintain proper system cooling, a filler blank must be installed if you do not install a device at this location.

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Installing a Slimline Optical Drive or Internal USB Floppy

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the front bezel if it is installed. For instructions, see “Removing the Front

Bezel”.

4. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

5. Insert the interposer board into the optical drive.

6. Obtain the optical drive and the drive tray.

7. Align the two holes on the left edge of the optical drive and interposer board with the two metal tabs in the tray as shown in Figure 38 (see letter “A”).

8. Lower the opposite side of the optical drive into the tray until it clicks into place (see letter “B”).

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Figure 38. Installing an Optical Drive into the Drive Tray

9. Screw the interposer board into the carrier.

10. Insert the optical drive tray assembly into the server system as shown in Figure 39 (see letter “A”).

11. Make sure that the back end of the interposer board plugs into the matching socket on the backplane (see letter “B”).

12. Verify that the blue release lever on the tray locks into place.

13. (Optional) For installing the optional USB floppy drive, note the location of the backplane USB connector in Figure 39 (see letter “C”) and refer to the documentation that came with the device.

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Figure 39. Installing an Optical Drive Assembly into the Server System

14. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

15. (Optional) Install the front bezel. For instructions, see “Installing the Front Bezel”.

16. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Removing a Slimline Optical Drive or Internal USB Floppy

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the front bezel if it is installed. For instructions, see “Removing the Front

Bezel”.

4. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

5. If removing an internal USB floppy drive, unplug it from the backplane.

6. Press the blue release lever (see letter “A”) to unlock the optical drive tray and remove the slimline optical drive tray assembly from the server system as shown in

Figure 40.

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Figure 40. Removing the Slimline Optical Drive Assembly from the Server

System

7. Press downward on the side of the tray (see letter “A”) and disengage the drive from the two metal tabs on the opposite side of the tray (see letter “B”).

8. Lift up on the optical drive (see letter “C”) to remove it from the tray.

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Figure 41. Removing the Slimline Optical Drive from the Tray

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9. If no device will be installed in this location, install a filler blank as shown in

Figure 42.

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Figure 42. Installing Filler Blank into the Server System

10. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

11. (Optional) Install the front bezel. For instructions, see “Installing the Front Bezel”.

12. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Installing a Tape Drive

To install a tape drive into your server system, your system must meet the following requirements:

• You must purchase the tape drive kit, order number ADRTAPEKIT.

• You must purchase a 3.5-inch tape drive.

• You must have an add-in card that supports a tape drive.

After purchasing the tape drive kit and the tape drive, use the instructions below to install them. In addition to these instructions, refer to the instructions that came with your tape drive for additional requirements.

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the front bezel if it is installed. For instructions, see “Removing the Front

Bezel”.

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4. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

5. Remove the tape drive filler panel from the server system by using a long screwdriver to push it out from the inside of the server system. See the figure below to locate the tape drive filler panel.

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Figure 43. Removing Tape Drive Filler Panel from the Server System

6. Remove the hard drive blank that is installed in the sixth drive bay. See the figure below to locate the sixth drive filler panel.

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Figure 44. Removing Sixth Drive Filler Panel from the Server System

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7. Attach the tape drive to the tape drive carrier kit using the four screws that were included with the tape drive kit. See the figure below.

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Figure 45. Inserting a Tape Drive into the Carrier

8. Slide the tape drive carrier with the installed tape drive into the combined tape drive bay/sixth drive bay until the carrier clicks into place.

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Figure 46. Installing Tape Drive Assembly into the Server System

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9. See the documentation that came with your tape drive for data cable connection information.

10. Connect the 4-pin tape power cable to the tape drive.

11. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

12. (Optional) Install the front bezel. For instructions, see “Installing the Front Bezel”.

13. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Installing a Sixth Hard Drive

Use the instructions below to install a hard drive in the sixth hard drive bay.

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the front bezel if it is installed. For instructions, see “Removing the Front

Bezel”.

4. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

5. Slide the sixth HDD bracket into the backplane as shown in the figure below.

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Figure 47. Installing Sixth HDD Bracket

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6. The sixth hard drive kit comes with a power cable and two SATA cables. Cabling for the sixth hard drive varies depending on which mid-plane you have in your system. If you have an active mid-plane in your system, go to step 7 for cabling instructions. If you have a passive mid-plane in your system, go to step 8 for cabling instructions.

If you have an active mid-plane in your system, install the power cable to the

backplane and the sixth HDD board (see letter “A”). Install the short SATA cable to the backplane and the sixth HDD board (see letter “B”). Proceed to step 9.

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Figure 48. Installing Power and SATA Cables (Active Mid-Plane Installed)

Note: You will not use the long SATA cable from the 6th HDD kit in a system with an active mid-

plane.

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8. If you have a passive mid-plane installed in your system, install the power cable to the backplane and the sixth HDD board (see letter “A”). Install one end of the long SATA cable (labeled HSBP/TAPE) to the sixth HDD board (see letter “B”) and route the cable through the air baffle as shown (see letter “C”). Connect the other end of the cable (labeled SERVER BOARD) to the SATA5 connector on the server board (see letter “D” in the figure below). Continue with step 9.

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Figure 49. Installing Power and SATA Cables (Passive Mid-Plane Installed)

Note: You will not use the short SATA cable from the 6th HDD kit in a system with a passive mid-

plane.

9. Install a hard drive into the sixth hard drive bay. For instructions, see “Installing a

SAS or SATA Hot-swap Hard Disk Drive”.

10. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

11. (Optional) Install the front bezel. For instructions, see “Installing the Front Bezel”.

12. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Filling Empty Server System Bays

A filler panel, drive blank, or empty drive carrier must be installed into an empty drive bay. To access the drive bays, remove the front bezel if it is installed. For instructions, see

“Removing the Front Bezel”. With the bezel removed, install the appropriate panel(s),

blank, or empty hard drive bay(s) as described below.

• If you do not have an optical drive installed in the slimline bay, install the slimline

filler panel. See letter “A” in the figure below.

• If you do not have a tape drive installed, install a filler panel into the empty slot

above the sixth drive bay. See letter “B” in the figure below.

• If you do not have a sixth drive or a tape drive installed, install the drive bay blank

into the sixth drive bay. See letter “C” in the figure below.

• Install empty hard drive carriers into any remaining empty hard drive bays.

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Figure 50. Installing the Filler Panels

Installing and Removing the PCI Riser Assembly

Removing the PCI Riser Assembly

To remove the PCI riser assembly, use the following instructions.

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

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3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the processor air duct by lifting straight up.

5. Disconnect any cables attached to any add-in cards.

6. Grasp both riser latches with thumb and forefinger (see letter “A”), and pull up to release riser assembly.

7. Lift riser assembly straight up (see letter “B”).

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Figure 51. Removing PCI Riser Assembly from the Server System

8. If you need to add or replace a PCI add-in card, see “Installing and Removing a PCI

Add-in Card”.

9. If you need to add or replace a PCI riser connector, see “Replacing a PCI Riser

Card”.

10. If you removed the PCI riser assembly for another procedure, continue with that procedure.

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Installing the PCI Riser Assembly

1. Lower the riser assembly into place (see letter “A”).

2. Align the three hooks in the riser assembly with the matching slots at the back of the server system (see letter “B”).

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Figure 52. Installing PCI Riser Assembly into the Server System

3. Press down uniformly until the three hooks on the rear of the PCI riser assembly engage the server system back panel slots. The riser cards will seat into the matching sockets on the server board.

4. Connect any cables to add-in cards that require them. See your add-in card documentation for information and add-in card requirements.

5. Re-install the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Installing the Processor Air

Duct”.

6. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

7. (Optional) Install the front bezel. For instructions, see “Installing the Front Bezel”.

8. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Replacing a PCI Riser Card

Caution: PCI riser connectors are NOT hot swappable. Before removing or replacing the riser

connector, you must first take the server out of service, turn off all peripheral devices connected to the system, turn off the system by pressing the power button, and unplug the AC power cord from the system or wall outlet.

Note: To eliminate the possibility of installing the replacement connector on the wrong side of

the PCI riser assembly, replace one connector at a time.

Removing a PCI Riser Card

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Removing the Processor Air

Duct”.

5. Disconnect any cables attached to any add-in cards.

6. Remove the PCI riser assembly. For instructions, see “Removing the PCI Riser

Assembly”.

7. Remove any add-in cards from the PCI riser connector. For instructions, see

“Removing a PCI Add-in Card”.

8. Push back on the blue release lever at the end of the riser connector (see letter “A” in the figure below).

9. While holding the lever back, push firmly on the edge of the board, sliding it toward the right of the riser module, to disengage the connector from the riser pins (see letter “B” in the figure below) and remove from the server system (see letter “C” in the figure below).

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Figure 53. Removing the PCI Riser Card from the Server System (Full Height

Side)

10. Install the replacement riser connector, if desired. For instructions, see “Installing

PCI Riser Card into the Server System”.

11. Install the PCI add-in card(s) if desired. For instructions, see “Installing a PCI Add-

in Card”.

12. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server system. For instructions, see

“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly”.

13. Connect any cables to add-in cards that require them. See your add-in card documentation for information and add-in card requirements.

14. Re-install the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Installing the Processor Air

Duct”.

15. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

16. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Installing a PCI Riser Card

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Removing the Processor Air

Duct”.

5. Disconnect any cables attached to any add-in cards.

6. Remove the PCI riser assembly. For instructions, see “Removing the PCI Riser

Assembly”.

7. Remove any add-in cards from the PCI riser connector. For instructions, see

“Removing a PCI Add-in Card”.

8. Press the hold the blue riser locking lever (see letter “A” in the figure below).

9. Place riser connector onto retention pins.

10. Slide the riser connector to the left of the riser module to lock it into place (see letter “B” in the figure below).

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Figure 54. Installing PCI Riser Card into the Server System

11. Release the blue locking lever.

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12. Install the PCI add-in card(s) if desired. For instructions, see “Installing a PCI Add-

in Card”.

13. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server system. For instructions, see

“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly”.

14. Connect any cables to add-in cards that require them. See your add-in card documentation for information and add-in card requirements.

15. Re-install the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Installing the Processor Air

Duct”.

16. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

17. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Installing and Removing a PCI Add-in Card

The instructions below describe how to install and remove a PCI add-in card.

Installing a PCI Add-in Card

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Removing the Processor Air

Duct”.

5. Remove the PCI riser assembly. For instructions, see “Removing the PCI Riser

Assembly”.

6. Open the rear retention clip by pushing the blue slide upward and rotating clip to the fully open position (see letter “A”).

7. Open the front retention clip by rotating 90 degrees outward (see letter “B”).

8. Remove the filler panel from the selected add-in card slot (see letter “C”).

9. Insert add-in card until it seats in riser card connector (see letter “D”).

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Figure 55. Installing a Full Height Add-In Card

10. Close both retention clips.

Note: Make sure that all empty add-in card slots have filler panels installed.

11. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server system. For instructions, see

“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly”.

12. Install the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Installing the Processor Air

Duct”.

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13. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

14. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Removing a PCI Add-in Card

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Removing the Processor Air

Duct”.

5. Remove the PCI riser assembly. For instructions, see “Removing the PCI Riser

Assembly”.

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6. Open the rear retention clip by pushing the blue slide upward and rotating clip to the fully open position (see letter “A”).

7. Open the front retention clip by rotating 90 degrees outward (see letter “B”).

8. Remove the PCI add-in card from the riser card connector (see letter “C”).

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Figure 56. Removing a Full Height Add-In Card

9. Close both retention clips.

Note: Make sure that all empty add-in card slots have filler panels installed.

10. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server system. For instructions, see

“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly”.

11. Install the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Installing the Processor Air

Duct”.

12. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

13. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Installing and Removing the I/O Expansion Module(s)

Installing the I/O Expansion Module(s)

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the PCI riser assembly. For instructions, see “Removing the PCI Riser

Assembly”.

5. Squeeze the sides of the I/O expansion module cover(s) to disengage it from the server system back panel and remove it. See letter “A” in the figure below.

6. Attach the standoffs to the server board (see letter “B” in the figure below) and attach the I/O expansion module(s) to the server board (see letter “C” in the figure below).

I/O Module (Dual Gigabit)

I/O Module (External SAS)

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Figure 57. Installing the I/O Expansion Module to the Server Board

7. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server system. For instructions, see

“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly”.

8. Install the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Installing the Processor Air

Duct”.

9. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

10. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Removing the I/O Expansion Module(s)

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the PCI riser assembly. For instructions, see “Removing the PCI Riser

Assembly”.

5. Remove the I/O expansion module(s) from the server board (see letter “A” in the figure below).

6. Remove the standoffs from the server board (see letter “B” in the figure below).

7. Install the I/O expansion module cover(s) into the system back panel (see letter “C” in the figure below).

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Figure 58. Removing the I/O Expansion Module(s) from the Server Board

8. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server system. For instructions, see

“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly”.

9. Install the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Installing the Processor Air

Duct”.

10. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

11. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Installing and Removing the Intel® Remote Management Module and the Intel

Installing the Intel® RMM and Intel® RMM NIC

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the PCI riser assembly. For instructions, see “Removing the PCI Riser

Assembly”.

5. Squeeze the sides of the Intel server system back panel and remove it. See letter “A” in the following figure.

6. A self-adhesive foam gasket is required to protect the underside of the NIC module. Remove the backing paper from the spacer and install as illustrated (see letter “B” in the following figure).

RMM NIC module cover to disengage it from the

RMM NIC

7. Attach the standoffs to the server board (see letter “C” in the following figure) and attach the Intel following figure).

8. Insert the standoff into the hole labeled TH4 on the Intel “E” in the following figure). The standoff installs on the bottom side of the Intel RMM board.

RMM NIC module to the server board (see letter “D” in the

RMM board (see letter

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1. Attach the Intel® RMM board to the server board connector and snap the standoff into the matching hole on the server board (see letter “F” in the following figure).

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Figure 59. Installing the Intel® RMM and the Intel® RMM NIC Module to the

Server System

2. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server system. For instructions, see

“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly”.

3. Install the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Installing the Processor Air

Duct”.

4. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

5. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Removing the Intel® RMM and Intel® RMM NIC

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the PCI riser assembly. For instructions, see “Removing the PCI Riser

Assembly”.

5. Remove the Intel below).

6. Remove the Intel figure below).

7. Remove the standoffs from the server board (see letter “C” in the figure below).

8. Install the Intel “D” in the figure below).

RMM board from the server board (see letter “A” in the figure

RMM NIC module from the server board (see letter “B” in the

RMM NIC module cover into the system back panel (see letter

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Figure 60. Removing the Intel® RMM and the Intel® RMM NIC Module from

the Server System

9. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server system. For instructions, see

“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly”.

10. Install the processor air duct. For instructions, see “Installing the Processor Air

Duct”.

11. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

12. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Replacing the Mid-plane Board

The instructions below describe how to replace the mid-plane board.

Removing the Mid-plane Board

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Disconnect all cables from the mid-plane board.

5. Remove the bridge board by lifting the retention mechanism from the mid-plane and the server board (see letter “A” in the figure below), and lifting straight up (see letter “B” in the figure below) and sliding the board out of the fan assembly (see letter “C” in the figure below).

Figure 61. Removing the Bridge Board from the Server System

6. Remove the fan module. For instructions, see “Replacing a Fan Module”.

7. Hold the mid-plane board only by the edges. Slide the mid-plane board back to release it from the backplane (see letter “A” in the figure below).

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8. Lift the mid-plane board over the retention pins (see letter “B” in the figure below) and out of the server system.

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Figure 62. Removing the Mid-plane from the Server System

Installing the Mid-plane Board

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Position the mid-plane board over the retention pins as shown in the figure below (see letter “A”).

5. Slide the mid-plane board forward (see letter “B”) and insert the mid-plane into the backplane connector as shown.

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Figure 63. Installing the Mid-plane into the Server System

6. Connect cables as necessary to the mid-plane board.

7. Install the fan module. For instructions, see “Replacing a Fan Module”.

8. Install the bridge board by opening the retention mechanism (see letter “A” in the figure below), sliding the board through the fan assembly (see letter “B” in the figure below), and inserting it into the connector on the server board (see letter “C” in the figure below. Close the retention mechanism to hold the bridge board in place.

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Figure 64. Installing the Bridge Board into the Server System

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9. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

10. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Replacing the Backplane

The instructions below describe how to replace the backplane.

Removing the Backplane

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the mid-plane board. For instructions, see “Removing the Mid-plane

Board”.

Note: To prevent damage to your system, you must ensure the mid-plane is completely removed

before attempting to remove the backplane.

5. Remove all hot-swap drive carriers, regardless of whether a drive is installed in the carrier. For instructions, see “Removing a SAS or SATA Hot-swap Hard Disk

Drive”.

6. Disconnect all cables from the backplane.

7. Firmly grasp the top of the backplane and remove the backplane from the server system by pulling straight up as shown in the figure below.

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Figure 65. Removing the Backplane from the Server System

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Installing the Backplane

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the mid-plane board. For instructions, see “Removing the Mid-plane

Board”.

5. Remove all hot-swap drive carriers, regardless of whether a drive is installed in the carrier. For instructions, see “Removing a SAS or SATA Hot-swap Hard Disk

Drive”.

6. Hold the backplane only by the edges. Do not push or pull on any components on the backplane. set the backplane in place at the front of the server system, with the sides of the board resting in the guides at the left and right sides of the server system.

7. Slide the backplane into the server system guides at the left and right sides of the server system until the pins at the left and right sides of the backplane bracket are fully inserted into the matching holes in the server system (see letters “A” and “B”).

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Figure 66. Installing the Backplane into the Server System

8. Install hot-swap drive carriers. For instructions, see “Installing a SAS or SATA

Hot-swap Hard Disk Drive”.

9. Install the mid-plane board. For instructions, see “Installing the Mid-plane Board”.

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10. Connect necessary cables to the backplane.

11. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

12. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Installing and Removing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM

Installing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the large air baffle. For instructions, see “Removing the Large Air Baffle”.

5. Install the RAID activation key by pushing straight down (see letter “A” in the figure below).

6. Install the RAID mini DIMM by releasing the retention mechanism (see letter “B” in the figure below) and inserting the DIMM into the socket (see letter “C” in the figure below).

Figure 67. Installing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM

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7. Install the large air baffle. For instructions, see “Installing the Large Air Baffle”.

8. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

9. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

Removing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM

1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions at the beginning of this book. See “Safety

Information”.

2. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s).

3. Remove the server system cover. For instructions, see “Removing the System

Cover”.

4. Remove the large air baffle. For instructions, see “Removing the Large Air Baffle”.

5. Remove the RAID activation key by lifting straight up (see letter “A” in the figure below).

6. Remove the RAID mini DIMM by releasing the retention mechanism (see letter “B” in the figure below) and pulling the DIMM out of the socket (see letter “C” in the figure below).

Figure 68. Removing the RAID Activation Key and the RAID Mini DIMM

7. Install the large air baffle. For instructions, see “Installing the Large Air Baffle”.

8. Install the server system cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server System

Cover”.

9. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable(s) into the server.

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Intel SR2500AL User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Intel® Server System SR2500AL User’s Guide

Safety Information

Important Safety Instructions

Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise

Consignes de sécurité

Instrucciones de seguridad importantes

Warnings

Preface

About this Manual

Manual Organization

Product Contents

Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX/SR2500ALLXR Contents

Intel® Server System SR2500ALBRP/SR2500ALBRPR Contents

Table of Contents

List of Figures

List of Tables

1 Server System References

2 Server System Features

Figure 1. Intel® Integrated Server System SR2500AL

Chassis Component Identification

Internal Components

M. Flex Bay - 6th HDD or Tape Drive (optional)

Figure 2. ChassisComponents

M. DIMM Sockets N. Intel

O. Processor 1 Socket

P. Processor 2 Socket Q. Processor Fan 1 Header R. Voltage Regulator Heat Sink

V. System Fan 2 Header W. CPU Power Connector X. Main Power Connector

AA. Dual Port USB 2.0 Header

BB. System Fan 1 Header CC. 24-pin SSI Control Panel

DD. SATA Port 0

EE. SATA Port 1 FF. SATA Port 2 GG. SATA Port 3

HH. SATA Port 4 II. SATA Port 5 JJ. SATA SW RAID 5 Activation

NN. 3-pin IPMB Header OO. Intel® Local Control Panel

LL. System Recovery Jumpers MM. Chassis Intrusion Switch

PP. Serial A Header

Figure 3. Server Board Connector and Component Locations

Configuration Jumpers

Figure 4. BIOS Select Jumper

Figure 5. Recovery Jumpers

Intel® Light Guided Diagnostics

Figure 6. Light Guided Diagnostic LEDs

Back Panel Connectors

G. USB Port 6 H. USB Port 5

Figure 7. Back Panel Connectors

RAID Support

SAS/SATA Mid-Planes

Figure 8. Passive Mid-Plane Components

Figure 9. Active SAS/SATA Mid-Plane Components

Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Backplane

Figure 10. Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Backplane Components (Front View)

C. IDE Connector

Figure 11. Hot-Swap SAS/SATA Backplane Components (Rear View)

Front of Server System

Standard Control Panel

Figure 12. Standard Control Panel

Intel® Local Control Panel

Figure 13. Intel® Local Control Panel

Bezels

Rear of Server System

Figure 14. Server System Back

Peripheral Devices

Figure 15. Optional Peripherals

Hard Disk Drives

Note: SAS drives are supported on the Intel® Server System SR2500ALLX/SR2500ALLXR only.

Slimline Optical Drive Carrier

Advanced Management Options

Intel® Remote Management Module

Rack-Mounted Systems

Before You Begin

Tools and Supplies Needed

System References

Removing and Installing from a Rack

Note: Follow all safety guidelines while removing a system from a rack to avoid injury.

Fixed Bracket Rack Mount Removal

1. Disconnect all cables from the back of the system.

Note: Remember to use the system LED to properly identify the system you are servicing.