Intergraph InterServe 800 SL User Manual
InterServe 800 SL
System Setup
June 1998
DHA029800
Copyright
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Notice
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InterServe is a trademark of Intergraph Computer Systems.
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FCC/DOC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If the equipment is not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil
numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigencies du Règlement sur le materiél brouilleur du Canada.
Warnings
Changes or modifications made to the system that are not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not attempt to open the equipment unless instructed. Do not use a tool for purposes other than
instructed.
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type as
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
There are no user serviceable parts in the power supply. Refer all servicing of the power supply to qualified service personnel.
Notes
Read all operating instructions before using this device. Keep these instructions for future reference. Follow all warnings on the device or
in the operating instructions.
This device is designed and manufactured to comply with approved safety standards for information processing and business equipment.
Contents
Preface.............................................................................................................................. vii
About This Document........................................................................................................ vii
Document Conventions...................................................................................................... vii
Operating System Information ..........................................................................................viii
Hardware Information....................................................................................................... viii
Ergonomic Information.....................................................................................................viii
Customer Support............................................................................................................... ix
1 Setting Up the Hardware............................................................................................... 1
Before You Begin................................................................................................................ 2
Unpacking the Equipment.................................................................................................... 2
Placing the System............................................................................................................... 4
Understanding Power Requirements..................................................................................... 4
Setting Up a Deskside System.............................................................................................. 5
Installing the System into a Rack ......................................................................................... 6
Connecting the Cables ....................................................................................................... 10
Installing Disk Drives ........................................................................................................ 12
Checking the System.......................................................................................................... 18
What’s Next?..................................................................................................................... 18
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Hardware and Software Support Services.............................................................. ix
World Wide Web.................................................................................................. ix
Intergraph Bulletin Board Service ......................................................................... ix
FAXLink................................................................................................................ x
Telephone .............................................................................................................. x
More Support Options............................................................................................ x
Prepare the System................................................................................................. 6
Install the System................................................................................................... 7
Install and Label the Disk Drives ......................................................................... 13
Additional Information......................................................................................... 17
2 Setting Up the Software............................................................................................... 21
Preparing for Setup............................................................................................................ 22
Pre-Installed Software.......................................................................................... 22
Before You Start Setup......................................................................................... 22
Starting the System............................................................................................................ 24
Starting Operating System Setup........................................................................................ 25
Finishing Operating System Setup ..................................................................................... 26
Creating an Emergency Repair Disk..................................................................... 26
Creating System Software Backup Diskettes......................................................... 26
What’s Next?..................................................................................................................... 27
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3 Configuring the System................................................................................................ 29
Configuring the Video Display........................................................................................... 30
Changing the Default Video Display Driver ......................................................... 30
Correcting Video Display Problems...................................................................... 30
Installing MegaRAID Power Console Software.................................................................. 31
Configuring Additional Drives for a RAID Disk Array ...................................................... 32
Basic RAID Hardware Information ...................................................................... 32
Standard RAID Disk Drives Configuration........................................................... 33
Additional RAID Disk Drives Configuration........................................................ 35
Ensuring Correct PC Card Hard Disk Operation ................................................................ 36
Installing and Configuring LanSafe UPS Software............................................................. 37
Disabling Command Queuing............................................................................................ 38
Installing QFE Update Software......................................................................................... 38
Creating an Emergency Repair Disk .................................................................................. 39
Installing the InterSite Server Monitor ............................................................................... 39
Getting Operating System Updates..................................................................................... 39
4 Operating Notes ........................................................................................................... 41
Starting and Stopping the System ...................................................................................... 42
Status LEDs....................................................................................................................... 43
Disk Activity LEDs (RAID Systems).................................................................................. 44
System Alert...................................................................................................................... 45
LCD Screen....................................................................................................................... 46
Startup Messages.................................................................................................. 47
System Status Information.................................................................................... 48
RAID Status Information ..................................................................................... 49
System Status Menus......................................................................................................... 50
Entering a Password when Prompted.................................................................... 50
Enable and Disable the Intruder Alert .................................................................. 51
Configure the Audible Alarm Operation............................................................... 51
View the Internal Temperatures or Change the Temperature Scale ....................... 52
View the Fan Status ............................................................................................. 53
View the Power Supply Status.............................................................................. 53
View the Voltage Status - 550 Watt Power Supplies Only..................................... 55
View the System Power Status.............................................................................. 55
View Power Distribution Board Information......................................................... 55
View LCD Board Information.............................................................................. 56
Set the System Monitor Firmware Password......................................................... 56
Change the Polling Interval .................................................................................. 56
Change the Ambient Heat Threshold.................................................................... 57
View the State of the System Monitor Firmware when Last Rebooted...................58
Manually Reboot the System Monitor Firmware................................................... 58
RAID Section Menus......................................................................................................... 58
Turn Off the RAID Alarm.................................................................................... 59
View RAID Confguration Information ................................................................. 60
View the Last POST Results................................................................................. 60
View the Internal Temperature............................................................................. 60
View SCSI ID Information................................................................................... 60
View the Internal Heat Threshold......................................................................... 61
Using InterSite Programs................................................................................................... 61
Additional User Information .............................................................................................. 62
5 Configuring the BIOS................................................................................................... 63
Starting BIOS Setup .......................................................................................................... 64
Info Screen ........................................................................................................................ 65
Main Screen ...................................................................................................................... 65
System Time........................................................................................................ 66
System Date......................................................................................................... 66
Diskette Drive A or B........................................................................................... 66
Primary Master, Primary Slave, Secondary Master, Secondary Slave.................... 67
Large Disk Access Mode...................................................................................... 68
MPS Version........................................................................................................ 68
Advanced Screen............................................................................................................... 69
Plug & Play O/S................................................................................................... 69
Reset Configuration Data ..................................................................................... 69
PCI/PnP Configuration......................................................................................... 69
PS/2 Mouse.......................................................................................................... 70
Legacy USB Support............................................................................................ 70
Integrated Ports.................................................................................................... 70
Integrated PCI IDE .............................................................................................. 71
Integrated LM79 .................................................................................................. 71
Integrated Sound.................................................................................................. 71
Keyboard Detection.............................................................................................. 71
AC Interrupt State................................................................................................ 72
Chipset Screen................................................................................................................... 72
Graphics Aperture................................................................................................ 72
DRAM Type........................................................................................................ 72
Features Screen.................................................................................................................. 73
QuickBoot............................................................................................................ 73
QuietBoot............................................................................................................. 73
DMI Event Logging............................................................................................. 73
Multiboot............................................................................................................. 75
Power Management.............................................................................................. 75
Security................................................................................................................ 76
Exit Screen ........................................................................................................................ 77
Setting the CPU Speed....................................................................................................... 79
Updating the System BIOS ................................................................................................ 79
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6 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................ 81
Checking the System.......................................................................................................... 82
System Power.................................................................................................................... 82
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System Boot....................................................................................................................... 83
Video................................................................................................................................. 86
Network............................................................................................................................. 86
Peripheral Drive Errors...................................................................................................... 89
Miscellaneous Hardware.................................................................................................... 89
7 Reinstalling System Software ...................................................................................... 91
Before You Begin.............................................................................................................. 92
System Software Products.................................................................................................. 92
Installing Windows NT Server 4.0 ..................................................................................... 94
Getting Operating System Updates..................................................................................... 95
8 Using System Resources................................................................................................ 97
BIOS Parameters ............................................................................................................... 98
System Resources............................................................................................................... 98
ISA Bus Interrupt (IRQ) Assignments .................................................................. 98
Direct Memory Access (DMA) Channels.............................................................. 98
Input/Output (I/O) Addresses ............................................................................... 99
Memory Addresses............................................................................................... 99
Reserve an IRQ.................................................................................................................100
Index................................................................................................................................101
Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) Form
Warranty Procedure
Repair Depot Address Labels
Preface
InterServe 800 SL System Setup describes setting up and configuring your InterServe 800 SL
system for use. This document also provides information on operating the system,
troubleshooting, reinstalling system software, and using system resources.
About This Document
InterServe 800 SL System Setup is organized as follows:
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Chapter 1, “Setting Up the Hardware,” describes how to set up the system hardware.
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Chapter 2, “Setting Up the Software,” describes how to set up the operating system and
associated system software.
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Chapter 3, “Configuring the System,” describes how to configure the system for use.
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Chapter 4, “Operating Notes,” describes how to use essential system features and
provides other important information.
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Chapter 5, “Configuring the BIOS,” describes how to use BIOS Setup to configure the
system’s basic input/output system (BIOS).
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Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting,” describes how to resolve common system problems.
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Chapter 7, “Reinstalling System Software,” describes how to install the operating system
and associated system software, if required.
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Chapter 8, “Using System Resources,” provides information on using system resources
to configure the system for use with option boards.
Document Conventions
Bold
Italic Variable values that you supply, or cross-references.
Monospace
SMALL CAPS Key names on the keyboard, such as D, ALT or F3; names of files and
CTRL+D Press a key while simultaneously pressing another key; for example, press
Commands, words, or characters that you key in literally.
Output displayed on the screen.
directories. You can type filenames and directory names in the dialog boxes
or the command line in lowercase unless directed otherwise.
CTRL and D simultaneously.
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Operating System Information
For more detailed information on the operating system, see the printed and online Microsoft
documentation delivered with the system.
See the Late-Breaking News shipped with your system for important software and
documentation information not covered in this document.
Hardware Information
An online introduction to your new system is provided in the System Introduction, which
covers subjects such as the following:
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System features
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System controls and connections
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Intergraph customer support
You can display the System Introduction by using the InterSite Welcome dialog or by
opening the
SYSINTRO.HLP file on your system.
Detailed reference information for your new system is provided in the System Reference,
which covers subjects such as the following:
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Opening and closing the unit
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Precautions against electrostatic discharges
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Replacing and upgrading system components
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Installing option boards
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System interrupt requests (IRQs)
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External port and system board connectors
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System board jumpers
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Power supply information
See the Late-Breaking News shipped with your system for important hardware and
documentation details not covered in this document.
Ergonomic Information
Read the Ergonomics Guide delivered with your system for valuable information on ways to
minimize repetitive stress injuries when working with a computer.
Customer Support
Intergraph Computer Systems offers an assortment of customer support options.
Hardware and Software Support Services
Intergraph Computer Systems provides a variety of hardware services for Intergraph and
third-party equipment. Services include warranty upgrades, repair depot service, on-site
hardware maintenance, system administration, and network consulting. Hardware
purchased from Intergraph Computer Systems includes a factory warranty ranging from 30
days to three years. A detailed warranty description is available on the World Wide Web;
see the Support pages at http://www.intergraph.com/ics.
Intergraph Computer Systems provides complimentary software support for 30 or 90 days
following shipment of a hardware or software product. This includes World Wide Web
access, Intergraph Bulletin Board Service access, FAXLink service, and telephone (Help
Desk) support. At the end of the complimentary support period, you can purchase other
levels of software support.
World Wide Web
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You can visit Intergraph Computer Systems on the World Wide Web at
http://www.intergraph.com/ics. On these pages, you can get news and product
information, technical support information, software updates and fixes, and more.
Intergraph Bulletin Board Service
On the Intergraph Bulletin Board Service (IBBS), you can get technical support information,
software updates and fixes, and more.
To connect to the IBBS:
1. Set your system’s communications protocol for eight (8) data bits, no parity, one (1) stop
bit, and any baud rate up to 14,400.
2. Using a modem, call 1-256-730-8786. Outside the United States, call one of the mirror
sites listed on World Wide Web; see the Software Support pages at
http://www.intergraph.com.
3. At the login prompt, key in your user ID. If you have not connected before, key in new
to create a user ID.
4. Follow the menus to find what you need. The IBBS provides clear choices and online
help.
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If you have trouble connecting to or using the IBBS, call the Customer Response Center at
1-800-633-7248 (product entry IBBS) or leave a message for the IBBS System Operator at
1-256-730-1413.
FAXLink
To use the FAXLink:
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Telephone
To get customer support by telephone:
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Call 1-800-240-4300 for information on how to get technical support information using
the FAXLink.
Call 1-256-730-9000 to get documents (up to five per call).
In the United States, call 1-800-633-7248 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00
p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except holidays).
Outside the United States, contact your local Intergraph Computer Systems subsidiary or
distributor.
Have the following information available when you call:
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Your service number, which identifies your site to Intergraph Computer Systems. You
use your service number for warranty or maintenance calls.
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Your Customer Personal Identification Number (CPIN). You get a CPIN the first time
you call the Customer Response Center; it is associated with your service number for
future call logging.
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The product’s name or model number.
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The product’s serial number. Software product serial numbers are included in the
product packaging. Hardware product serial numbers are on a sticker affixed to the
hardware product.
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Your name and telephone number.
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A brief description of the question or problem.
More Support Options
To get information on more customer support options:
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Visit the Support pages on the World Wide Web at http://www.intergraph.com/ics.
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For hardware support questions in the United States, call 1-800-763-0242.
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For software support questions in the United States, call 1-800-345-4856.
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Outside the United States, contact your local Intergraph Computer Systems subsidiary or
distributor.
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1 Setting Up the Hardware
Follow the instructions in this chapter to set up an InterServe 800 SL in a stand-alone
deskside configuration or to install it into an Intergraph rack.
Before You Begin................................................................................................................ 2
Unpacking the Equipment.................................................................................................... 2
Placing the System............................................................................................................... 4
Understanding Power Requirements..................................................................................... 4
Setting Up a Deskside System.............................................................................................. 5
Installing the System into a Rack ......................................................................................... 6
Prepare the System................................................................................................. 6
Install the System................................................................................................... 7
Connecting the Cables ....................................................................................................... 10
Installing Disk Drives ........................................................................................................ 12
Install and Label the Disk Drives ......................................................................... 13
Additional Information......................................................................................... 17
Checking the System.......................................................................................................... 18
What’s Next?..................................................................................................................... 18
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Before You Begin
Read this chapter before you attempt to set up an InterServe 800 SL. In addition:
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Contact the local Intergraph support office if any items you ordered are missing or
damaged.
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If using non-Intergraph cables with the system, ensure that they are shielded and
terminated on both ends. Intergraph-supplied cables are shielded to prevent excessive
electromagnetic interference (EMI).
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An external power source provides a limited amount of power to systems, so you should
understand its limitations before connecting the server and other systems to it.
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If you need to return equipment for repair, it must be shipped in Intergraph-supplied
packaging for you to get warranty service. If you do not keep the original packaging
(pallet, boxes, and so on), you can order new packaging from Intergraph Computer
Systems.
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Follow the installation instructions explicitly to avoid personal injury and damage to the
server hardware.
If installing the system into a rack, note the following.
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Set up the Intergraph rack using the Intergraph Rack Installation and Use document
delivered with the rack. Become familiar with the rack enclosure before installing the
system hardware.
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Install the mounting equipment (shelves, rails, and so on) as described in the Sliding
Shelf Assembly for Intergraph Racks Installation document.
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Do not push on or lean against the rack. The front and side stabilizer feet must be
extended at all times.
WARNING Do not install the InterServe base unit into a non-Intergraph rack. The Intergraph rack
is designed to support the weight of the base unit, and specially-designed shelves
from Intergraph Computer Systems must be used to mount the base unit into the rack.
Unpacking the Equipment
The InterServe base unit is set between two foam pieces on the pallet, and other items are
packed in boxes. The pallet with the base unit and boxes is shown in the following figure.
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Disk Drives
Box
InterServe
Base Unit
Parts Box
Disk Drives
Box
Contents of the boxes are as follows:
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Parts box -- contains the keyboard, mouse, and keys (one for system power switch and
another for the drive access door); Windows NT Server operating system (compact
disks, floppy diskettes, and documentation), if ordered; Intergraph system software
(diskettes); label sheets for disk drives; and documentation.
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Disk drives box -- each box contains up to four disk drives and documentation. If you
ordered less than four drives, one of the boxes is empty. Note that if your system is non
RAID then both of the disk drive boxes will be empty.
If you ordered a monitor from Intergraph Computer Systems, it is shipped separately from
the base unit pallet. Its carton contains the monitor, the monitor AC power cord, the video
cable, and monitor documentation.
NOTE If any of the listed items were not delivered, call the Customer Response Center immediately
at 1-800-633-7248.
Save all packaging materials after setting up the system. If you return equipment for repair,
it must be in its original packaging for you to get warranty service (if provided under your
contract agreement).
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Placing the System
Before you set up your system, determine where you want to place it. Keep these guidelines
in mind:
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Place the system as close as possible to the proper power outlet. The power cord
connecting the system to the facility power outlet or other power source serves as the
disconnect device.
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Place the system in an area where air can circulate freely around it.
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For a deskside installation, the front of the system requires at least twelve inches
clearance, and the back of the system requires at least eight inches clearance.
For rack mounting, ensure that the front and the back of the rack each have 36 inches of
clearance for servicing the installed hardware.
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Do not expose the system to high levels of dust, smoke, or moisture.
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Place the system in an area where the temperature range stays between 10 °C and 26 °C
(50 °F and 80 °F). The optimum operating temperature is 21 °C (70 °F).
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Place the system in an area where the humidity stays between 20 percent and 80 percent
(non-condensing). The optimum operating humidity is 50 percent (non-condensing).
Install the system as described in “Setting up a Deskside System” or “Installing a System
into a Rack.”
Understanding Power Requirements
The following table shows your system’s rated power consumption (load).
Voltage
(Vac)
Frequency
(Hz)
90 60 10 900
100 60 10 1000
120 60 10 1200
220 60 5 1100
240 60 5 1200
254 60 5 1270
The power load of a device is the product of its operating voltage (such as 110 Vac) times its
current (such as 3 Amps). The rated power load of an external option (tape libraries, disk
arrays, and so on) is printed on back of the device.
Rated Current
(Amps)
Rated Load
(VA)
Add the load for each device in addition to the system to determine if the external power
source can handle the load. If it cannot, add an additional power source.
A single 115 VAC branch circuit is not rated to supply enough power to properly operate two
or more systems. If you are not using an external power source, you must plug each system
into its own branch circuit. The systems cannot power on properly if you plug two or more
into the same branch circuit. However, one system plus a low power load device such as a
monitor can be used on the same branch circuit.
If using an external power source with your system, such as an AC distribution box or an
uninterruptible power supply (UPS), review the documentation delivered with the power
source for information about its capabilities.
Setting Up a Deskside System
Intergraph Computer Systems ships the system with a stabilizer plate mounted on the bottom
of the system, as shown in the following figure.
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Stabilizer Plate
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To set up the system:
1. Lift the base unit from the pallet and set it upright.
WARNING The base unit is heavy; two people are required to lift it out of the box. Do not let the
base unit drop onto a hard surface, or damage to internal components may result.
2. Remove the plastic bag from the base unit.
3. For dual power supplies, remove four cardboard sheets from the sides of the power
supplies.
4. Connect the cables as described later in this chapter under “Connecting the Cables.”
Installing the System into a Rack
Prepare the System
The system can be installed only in Intergraph’s 17 U and 40 U racks.
To prepare the base unit for rack installation:
1. Place the pallet close to the equipment rack.
WARNING The base unit is heavy; two people are required to lift it out of the box. Do not let the
base unit drop onto a hard surface, or damage to internal components may result.
2. Lift the base unit from the pallet and set it upright.
3. Remove the plastic bag from the base unit.
4. A stabilizer plate is attached on the bottom of all servers. You must remove the plate
before installing the base unit into the rack. Tip the base unit back to expose the
stabilizer plate, and remove the four screws from the stabilizer plate.
CAUTION The two 1/4 turn fasteners on the back of the base unit could be damaged if you let the
system rest completely on the back panel. Support the system in a tipped position while
removing the stabilizer plate.
NOTE The four holes from which the screws were just removed are the same holes used to secure
the base unit to the sliding shelf.
5. Set the unit upright.
6. Install the sliding shelves and other rack mounting hardware as described in the Sliding
Shelf Assembly for Intergraph Racks Installation document.
Install the System
This section describes the installation of the server base unit into an Intergraph 40 U or 17 U
rack.
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To keep the rack from moving, ensure the front and side stabilizers are fully engaged
and the feet are lowered to the floor before installing equipment into the rack.
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Install components into the lower sections of the rack first.
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The base unit weighs 140 pounds (63.3 kg) and is very bulky. Two people are required
to install the base unit into the rack.
To install the base unit into the rack:
1. Remove the screw securing the shelf to the rack as shown in the following figure.
2. Disengage the sliding shelf by lifting the release lever.
Mounting
Hole
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Alignment
Nodule
Release
Lever
Screw
Sliding
Shelf
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3. Pull the shelf out until it locks in the extended position. The rear edge of the shelf
should clear the front of the rack by two inches, as shown in the following figure.
WARNING Extend the shelf fully before setting the base unit on it.
Locki ng
Tab
Mount ing Ho le
(Four Total)
Alignment
Nodule (Two)
4. With a person on either side of the base unit, lift the base unit and set it on the extended
shelf.
5. Position the base unit so that the alignment nodules match the holes in the bottom of the
base unit. This ensures the mounting holes are aligned for inserting the screws.
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6. Secure the base unit to the shelf by installing the four screws -- removed when the
stabilizer plate was removed -- up through the bottom of the shelf into the base unit. To
prevent the base unit from falling, one person should support the base unit while the
other installs the screws.
7. Push the base unit into the rack until it stops.
8. Disengage the locking tab on the sliding shelf and continue pushing the base unit until it
fully retracts and locks into place.
9. Insert the screw under the shelf handle to secure the sliding shelf to the rack.
10. Connect the cables as described next in “Connecting the Cables”.
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Connecting the Cables
All cable ports on the base unit and other Intergraph equipment are keyed or molded and
clearly labeled to ensure proper cable attachment. If a cable is not attaching easily, ensure
that you are aligning the cable connector correctly with the port.
To connect the cables:
1. Connect the video cable from the monitor to the video out port on the video card located
in the I/O expansion panel. Refer to the following figure.
Video Out
MIDI/Game
Parallel
Microphone
Line In
Line Out
Serial
(COM 2)
Serial
(COM 1)
Universal
Serial Bus
1 & 2
KeyboardMouse
2. Connect the cables for the mouse and keyboard to their ports on the I/O connector panel.
3. Connect the cables for installed option boards as described in the documentation for
those boards.
4. Connect the system power cord to the AC receptacle on the base unit, as shown in the
following figures.
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For dual power supplies:
AC Receptacle
Dual 550 Wat t
Power Suppli es
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−
For a single power supply:
AC Receptacle
5. If using an AC distribution box or UPS, connect its power cord to a grounded, three-
prong AC power outlet.
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NOTE The UPS starts automatically when its power cord is connected to the power outlet. Refer to
the UPS documentation for more details.
6. Connect other cables as necessary for printers (parallel port), external SCSI devices
(SCSI port), and modems or UPS communication (serial ports).
7. Install the disk drives as described next.
Installing Disk Drives
The disk section in the front of the system contains either four or eight disk drive mounting
locations. If your system is configured for RAID, it will contain eight drive slots. The slots
are numbered from 1 to 8, starting with the bottom slot. If you are installing less than eight
drives into the system, install the disk drives starting in slot 1, the bottom slot, and fill each
slot in sequence.
The following figure shows the disk section door and door lock on the system.
Disk Section
Door
Door Lock
The non-RAID disk drive boxes can hold up to four disk drives and the system can
accommodate up to two of them for a total of eight drives. Depending on the configuration,
the system is RAID or non-RAID (JBOD) system. The RAID system uses a 2-channel AMI
RAID controller to provide RAID capabilities such as disk striping, mirroring, and
redundancy. The non-RAID system use a 2-channel Ultra Wide SCSI controller that does
not feature any RAID capabilities.
Each disk drive has a label affixed to the front. The left side of the disk drive label identifies
the disk drive size (in GB). The label has blank spaces for the numbers to indicate the
adapter (ADP), channel (CH), and SCSI ID (ID). Standard disk drives include values for the
adapter, channel, and SCSI ID filled in. Additional disk drives have a blank label which you
must complete after installation.
NOTE A labeling sheet is included in the system parts box.
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x GB
ADP
CH ID
100
x GB
ADP
Note the following about RAID disk drive and non-RAID disk drives.
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For a RAID system, three disk drives (with the operating system striped across all three)
are standard. These drives, called boot drives, are labeled with specific adapter,
channel, and SCSI ID. They must be installed in specific slots in the disk section.
Installation details are provided below.
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For a non-RAID system, one disk drive (with the operating system installed) is standard.
This drive is called the boot drive. It is labeled with specific adapter, channel, and SCSI
ID. The boot drive should be installed in the lowest slot of the disk section. Installation
details are provided below.
CH ID
Install and Label the Disk Drives
The following procedures cover both RAID and non-RAID installations. To install nonRAID drives, both side panels must be removed to gain access to the sides of the JBOD disk
drive housing. Drives are hard mounted in the JBOD housing using four screws (two on
each side) for each drive.
Filled-in Label
Blank Label
To install the disk drives:
1. Open the disk section door on the front of the base unit. The key is provided in the parts
box. The following figure shows the RAID disk section.
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Slot G uides
Slot 8
Drive
Connector
Port
Slot 1
2. Remove the disk drives from the drive boxes.
3. Do the following when inserting drives into the slots:
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Extend the latching clips on the drive and align the rails on the side of the drive
with the slot guides. The metal casing of the drive faces up. If you install the drive
reversed, it will not connect to the system.
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With your thumb, firmly push the drive in the middle between the latching clips
until it slides all the way into the slot and firmly engages the connector.
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Close the latching clips to lock the drive in the slot.
4. Locate and install the boot drives (those with the completed labels).
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Install the RAID boot drives into slots 1, 2, and 3 of the disk section, as shown in
the following figure.
Slot 8
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x GB
x GB
x GB
ADP0CH0ID
ADP0CH0ID
ADP0CH0ID
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Install the non-RAID boot drive into slot 1 of the disk section, as shown in the
2
1
0
Slot 7
Slot 6
Slot 5
Slot 4
Slot 3
Slot 2
Slot 1
following figure.
Slot 8
Slot 7
Slot 6
Slot 5
x GB
ADP0CH0ID
0
Slot 4
Slot 3
Slot 2
Slot 1
5. Install the remaining disk drives into the slots. Fill each slot upward as you install the
drives. There should be no empty slots between the drives.
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6. Label the remaining disk drives as follows. A drive labeling sheet is included in the
parts box. Note carefully how the drives should be labeled for each slot.
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Label RAID disk drives with ADP, CH, and ID numbers as shown in the following
figure.
4
2
1
0
Slot 8
Slot 7
x GB
ADP0CH1ID
x GB
ADP0CH1ID
x GB
ADP0CH1ID
x GB
ADP0CH1ID
Slot 6
4
Slot 5
x GB
ADP0CH0ID
Slot 4
x GB
ADP0CH0ID
x GB
ADP0CH0ID
x GB
ADP0CH0ID
2
1
0
NOTE Do not use the numbers 3 and 7 from the label sheet for RAID systems. IDs 3 and 7 are
reserved for the disk section backplane and the RAID controller. It is acceptable to use ID 3
when configuring a non-RAID system.
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Label non-RAID disk drives with ADP, CH, and ID numbers as shown in the
following figure. For further details, refer to the guide shipped with the hard disk
drive.
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Slot 8
Slot 7
Slot 6
Slot 5
Slot 4
Slot 3
Slot 2
x GB
ADP0CH0ID
Additional Information
x GB
ADP0CH
x GB
ADP0CH
x GB
ADP0CH
x GB
ADP0CH
x GB
ADP0CH
x GB
ADP0CH
x GB
ADP0CH
0
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
3
ID
2
ID
1
ID
0
ID
3
ID
2
ID
1
ID
The RAID system boot drives are configured at Intergraph using the MegaRAID utilities.
Additional disk drives supplied with the system are not formatted or configured. You must
configure these drives after configuring system software to make them usable to the system.
Refer to Chapter 3, “Configuring the System,” for more information on configuring and
using the RAID disk arrays.
If your system includes external InterRAID disk cabinets, refer to the InterRAID
documentation for instructions on how to connect them to your system and install additional
RAID disk drives.
WARNING Do not turn on the system power until you are ready to configure Windows NT Server.
If you start the system, and then restart it before completely configuring the operating
system, you will have to reinstall system software as described in Chapter 7,
“Installing System Software.”
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Checking the System
Before starting the deskside system, review the following items:
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The cables are properly attached from the base unit to the various options and
peripherals.
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All disk drives are installed in the proper slots and labeled appropriately.
u
The power cord from the system’s AC receptacle is connected to the correct power
outlet. Note that when power is connected, the LCD panel on the front of the system
will activate even if the power switch is not activated.
Before starting the rack-mount system, review the following items:
u
All hardware is properly and securely installed in the rack.
u
The cables are properly attached from the base unit to the accessories installed in the
rack or in remote locations.
u
The cables attached to the server base unit are routed through the cable handler. Ensure
there is enough cable service loop to allow sliding devices to extend 31 inches.
u
The cables that run along the sides or top of the rack are installed in clips or ties to
secure them in place.
u
All disk drives are installed in the proper slots and labeled appropriately.
u
The base unit is retracted into the rack.
u
The power cord from the AC distribution box or UPS is attached to the correct power
outlet. Note that when power is connected, the LCD panel on the front of the system
will activate even if the power switch is not activated.
WARNING Once you install the equipment into the 40 U rack, do not move the rack. If you must
move it, first remove all equipment, move the rack to its new location, and then reinstall the equipment.
What’s Next?
You can do any of the following to prepare your system for use:
u
If you want to get going with Intergraph’s default setup, go to Chapter 2 to start the
system and go through Windows NT Setup. If you start the system, and then turn it off
before completing the instructions in Chapter 2, you will have to reload the operating
system and system software.
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