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Installation and User Guide

ThinkServer RD220 Types 3797, 3798, 3779, and 3729

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ThinkServer RD220 Type s 3729, 3779, 3797 , and 3798

Installation an d User Guide

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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information in Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 155

and the Warranty and Support Information document on the Lenovo® ThinkServer Documentation DVD.

First Edition (June 2009)

LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.

LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, computer software, or services are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″ contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

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Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Notices and statements in this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Related documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Chapter 2. Server setup roadmap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Chapter 3. What is included with your server . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Features and technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

EasyStartup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

EasyManage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Reliability, availability, and serviceability features . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Chapter 4. Server controls, LEDs, and power . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Operator information panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

EasyLED diagnostics panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

System-board internal connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

System-board external connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

System-board switches and jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

System-board LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

SAS riser-card connectors and LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

PCI riser-card adapter connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

PCI riser-card assembly LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Power-supply LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Server power features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Turning on the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Turning off the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Chapter 5. Installing optional devices and replacing customer replaceable

units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Installation guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

System reliability guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Working inside the server with the power on . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Major components of the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Removing the cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Internal cable routing and connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Removing a PCI riser-card assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Installing a PCI riser-card assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Removing a PCI adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly . . . . . . . . .45

Installing a PCI adapter in a PCI riser-card assembly . . . . . . . . . . .46

Removing an Ethernet adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Installing an Ethernet adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Storing the full-length-adapter bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Removing the microprocessor 2 air baffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Installing the microprocessor 2 air baffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Removing the DIMM air baffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Installing the DIMM air baffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

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Removing a PCI adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Installing a PCI adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Installing the full-length-adapter bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Storing the full-length-adapter bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Removing a virtual media key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Installing a virtual media key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Removing a memory module (DIMM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Installing a memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

DIMM installation sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Memory mirroring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Installing a DIMM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Removing a hot-swap power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Installing a hot-swap power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Removing a hot-swap fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Installing a hot-swap fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Removing the fan bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Installing the fan bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Removing the SAS riser card and controller assembly . . . . . . . . . .77

Installing the SAS riser card and controller assembly . . . . . . . . . . .78

Removing a SAS controller from the SAS riser card . . . . . . . . . . .79

Installing a SAS controller on the SAS riser card . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Moving the SAS-controller retention bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Removing a SAS controller battery from the remote battery tray . . . . . . .84

Installing a SAS controller battery on the remote battery tray . . . . . . . .86

Removing a hot-swap hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Installing a hot-swap hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

Removing a CD-RW/DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

Installing a CD-RW/DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Removing a tape drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Installing a tape drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Removing a microprocessor and heat sink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Installing a microprocessor and heat sink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Thermal grease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Removing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

Installing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

Completing the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Connecting the cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Updating the server configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Chapter 6. Configuring the server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Using the Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Starting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Setup Utility menu choices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Using the Boot Manager program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

RAID controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Using the LSI Configuration Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Using the WebBIOS utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

Before you use the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD . . . . . . . . . .115

Configuring RAID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

EasyStartup overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

Installing your operating system without using EasyStartup . . . . . . .117

Enabling the Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet Utility program . . . . . . . . .118

Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

Updating the firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

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Using the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater tool . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Starting the backup UEFI firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

Using the Integrated Management Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

IBM Advanced Settings Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Installing ThinkServer EasyManage software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Installation requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Installation order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

Installing Windows 2003 components on the Core Server . . . . . . . . 122

Installing Windows 2008 32-bit components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Uninstalling the LANDesk Software Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Using the remote presence capability and blue-screen capture . . . . . . . 124

Enabling the remote presence feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Obtaining the IP address for the Web-based interface access . . . . . . 124

Logging on to the Web interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Chapter 7. Solving problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Diagnostic tools overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

POST beep codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

POST error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Troubleshooting tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

EasyStartup problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

CD-RW/DVD drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Hard disk drive problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

USB keyboard, mouse, or pointing-device problems . . . . . . . . . . 132

Memory problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Microprocessor problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Monitor problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Optional-device problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Power problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Serial port problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Software problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Universal Serial Bus (USB) port problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Video problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

EasyLED Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Diagnosing problems using EasyLED Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . 143

EasyLED LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Power-supply diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Appendix A. Getting help and technical assistance . . . . . . . . . . 151

Before you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Using the documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Getting help and information from the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . 151

Calling for service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Using other services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Purchasing additional services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Lenovo product service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153

Appendix B. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Product recycling and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

Compliance with Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of Hazardous

Substances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

Recycling statements for Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158

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Battery return program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

German Ordinance for Work gloss statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

Electronic emissions notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement . . . . . . . . 160

Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement . . . . . . . . 161

Avis de conformité à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada . . . . . . . 161

Australia and New Zealand Class A statement . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement . . . . . . . . 161

European Union EMC Directive conformance statement . . . . . . . . 161

German Class A compliance statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161

Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement 163

Taiwanese Class A warning statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

Chinese Class A warning statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

Korean Class A warning statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

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Safety

Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.

Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.

Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.

Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.

Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.

Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.

Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.

Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.

Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.

Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad.

Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.

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Important:

Each caution and danger statement in this document is labeled with a number. This number is used to cross reference an English-language caution or danger statement with translated versions of the caution or danger statement in the Safety

Information document.

For example, if a caution statement is labeled “Statement 1”, translations for that caution statement are in the Safety Information document under “Statement 1.”

Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this document before you perform the procedures. Read any additional safety information that comes with the server or optional device before you install the device.

Attention: The information in this document regarding installing and removing

power supplies and connecting and disconnecting power refers to ac power supplies only. If the server contains dc power supplies, see the documentation that comes with the dc power supplies. In a dc power environment, only trained service personnel other than Lenovo service technicians are authorized to connect or disconnect power to the dc power supply and to install and remove a dc power supply.

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Statement 1:

DANGER

Electrical

current from power, telephone, and communication cables is

hazardous.

To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation,

maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.

v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical

outlet.

v Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to

this product.

v When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal

cables.

v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or

structural damage.

v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems,

networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.

v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when

installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices.

To Connect: To Disconnect:

1. Turn everything OFF.

2. First, attach all cables to devices.

3. Attach signal cables to connectors.

4. Attach power cords to outlet.

1. Turn everything OFF.

2. First, remove power cords from outlet.

3. Remove signal cables from connectors.

4. Remove all cables from devices.

5. Turn device ON.

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Statement 2:

CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only the battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.

Do not

v Throw or immerse into water v Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) v Repair or disassemble

Dispose

of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

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Statement 3:

CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD drives, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following:

v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could

result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable

parts inside the device. v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than

those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.

DANGER

laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser

Some diode. Note the following.

Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.

Class 1 Laser Product Laser Klasse 1 Laser Klass 1 Luokan 1 Laserlaite Appareil A Laser de Classe 1

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Statement 4:

≥ 18 kg (39.7 lb) ≥ 32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥ 55 kg (121.2 lb)

CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting.

Statement 5:

CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.

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Statement 8:

CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached.

Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician.

Statement 26:

CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices.

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This server is suitable for use on an IT power-distribution system whose maximum phase-to-phase voltage is 240 V under any distribution fault condition.

Important: This product is not suitable for use with visual display workplace

devices according to Clause 2 of the German Ordinance for Work with Visual Display Units.

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Chapter 1. Introduction

This Installation and User Guide is intended to use with your Lenovo® ThinkServer

™

RD220 Types 3729, 3779, 3797, and 3798 server. This document contains information about:

v Setting up and cabling the server v Starting and the server v Installing options and replacing customer replaceable units (CRUs) v Solving problems

server comes with the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD to help you configure the

The hardware, install device drivers, and install the operating system.

The server comes with a limited warranty. For information about the terms of the warranty and getting service and assistance, see the Warranty and Support

Information document on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD. You can obtain

up-to-date information about the server and other Lenovo products at http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver.

Record information about the server in the following table. Yo u will need this information when you register the server with Lenovo.

Product name ThinkServer RD220 Machine type 3729, 3779, 3797, and 3798

Model number _____________________________________________ Serial number _____________________________________________

The model number and serial number are on the ID label 1 on the bezel, as shown in the following illustration.

Note: The illustration in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.lenovo.com/ thinkserver.

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Notices and statements in this document

The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the Lenovo ThinkServer

Documentation DVD. Each statement is numbered for reference to the

corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.

The following notices and statements are used in this document:

v Note: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice. v Important: These notices provide information or advice that might help you avoid

inconvenient or problem situations.

v Attention: These notices indicate potential damage to programs, devices, or

data. An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in which damage could occur.

v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially hazardous

to you. A caution statement is placed just before the description of a potentially hazardous procedure step or situation.

v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or

extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or situation.

Chapter 2. Server setup roadmap

The installation process varies depending on the configuration of the server when it was delivered. In some cases, the server is fully configured and just needs to be installed in the rack, connected to power and the network, and started. In other cases, the server needs to have hardware features installed, requires hardware and firmware configuration, and requires the operating system to be installed.

Table 2. Server setup roadmap

Task Where to find information

Unpack Chapter 3, “What is included with your server,” on page 7 Install hardware

features

Chapter 5, “Installing optional devices and replacing customer replaceable units,” on page 33

Install in the rack Rack Installation instructions (printed and on ThinkServer

Documentation DVD)

Connect Ethernet cable

“Rear view” on page 22 and power cords to network and power connectors

Start the server to

“Turning on the server” on page 31 verify operation

Review UEFI settings

“Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 104 and customize as needed.

Configure RAID

“RAID controllers” on page 110 controllers and arrays

Check for firmware

“Using the EasyUpdate Firmware Updater tool” on page 119 updates.

Install operating system

“Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD” on page 114 and basic drivers

Install any additional

Refer to the instructions that came with the hardware option. drivers needed for added features

Configure Ethernet settings in operating system

Test Integrated

See the operating system help. This step is not required if the

operating system was installed using the ThinkServer EasyStartup

program.

“Using the Integrated Management Module” on page 119 Management Module (requires the IMM Premium option)

Install remote

“Installing ThinkServer EasyManage software” on page 121 management applications

Install applications Refer to the documentation that accompanies the applications that

you want to install.

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Chapter 3. What is included with your server

The RD220 server package includes the server, rail kit and rail kit instructions, as well as printed documentation, the ThinkServer Documentation DVD, and software media.

1 Power cord 2 Cable management arm 3 Rail kit 4 Server

Features and technologies

The RD220 server offers the following features and technologies:

v UEFI-compliant server firmware

UEFI replaces the basic input/output system (BIOS) and defines a standard interface between the operating system, platform firmware, and external devices. UEFI-compliant servers are capable of booting UEFI-compliant operating systems, BIOS-based operating systems, and BIOS-based adapters as well as UEFI-compliant adapters.

This server does not support DOS.

Note:

v Integrated Management Module

The Integrated Management Module (IMM) combines service processor functions, video controller, and (when IMM Premium is installed) remote presence function in a single chip. The IMM provides advanced service-processor control, monitoring, and alerting function. If an environmental condition exceeds a threshold or if a system component fails, the IMM lights LEDs to help you diagnose the problem, records the error in the event log, and alerts you to the problem. IMM Premium provides a virtual presence capability for remote server management capabilities. The IMM provides remote server management through industry-standard interfaces:

– Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) version 2.0 – Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) version 3

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– Common Information Model (CIM) – Web browser

Remote presence capability and blue-screen capture

IMM Premium is required to enable the remote presence and blue-screen capture features. The remote presence feature provides the following functions:

– Remotely viewing video with graphics resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz,

regardless of the system state

– Remotely accessing the server, using the keyboard and mouse from a remote

client

– Mapping the CD or DVD drive, diskette drive, and USB flash drive on a

remote client, and mapping ISO and diskette image files as virtual drives that are available for use by the server

– Uploading a diskette image to the IMM memory and mapping it to the server

as a virtual drive

The blue-screen capture feature captures the video display contents before the IMM restarts the server when the IMM detects an operating-system hang condition. A system administrator can use the blue-screen capture to assist in determining the cause of the hang condition.

v IBM® Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) program

Use this program as an alternative to the UEFI Setup Utility for modifying UEFI settings. Use the ASU program online or out of band to modify UEFI settings from the command line without the need to restart the server to access the UEFI Setup Utility program. For more information about using this program, see “IBM Advanced Settings Utility program” on page 121.

v Preboot diagnostics programs

The preboot diagnostics programs are stored on the integrated USB memory. It collects and analyzes system information to aid in diagnosing server problems. The diagnostics programs collect the following information about the server:

– System configuration – Network interfaces and settings – Installed hardware – EasyLED diagnostics status – Service processor status and configuration – Vital product data, firmware, and UEFI (formerly BIOS) configuration – Hard disk drive health – RAID controller configuration – Event logs for RAID controllers and service processors The diagnostics programs create a merged log that includes events from all

collected logs. The information is collected into a file that you can send to service and support. Additionally, you can view the information locally through a generated text report file. You can also copy the log to a removable media and view the log from a Web browser.

For additional information about preboot diagnostics programs, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual.

v EasyStartup DVD

The ThinkServer EasyStartup program guides you through the configuration of the hardware, the RAID controller, and the installation of the operating system and device drivers.

v EasyManage DVD

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The ThinkServer EasyManage program helps you manage and administer your servers and clients through remote problem notification as well as monitoring and alerting.

v Integrated network support

The server comes with two integrated Broadcom Gigabit Ethernet controllers, which support connection to a 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps network. For more information, see “Configuring the Gigabit Ethernet controller” on page 118.

v Large data-storage and hot-swap capability

The server supports up to eight or twelve 2.5-inch hot-swap hard disk drives in the hot-swap bays (depending on the model and optional devices installed). With the hot-swap feature, you can add, remove, or replace hard disk drives without turning off the server.

v EasyLED diagnostics

EasyLED diagnostics provides LEDs to help you diagnose problems. For more information, see “EasyLED diagnostics panel” on page 16

v Memory mirroring

Memory mirroring improves the availability of memory by writing information to the main memory and redundant locations in a mirrored pair of DIMMs.

v Large system-memory capacity

The memory bus supports up to 128 GB of system memory. The memory controller supports error correcting code (ECC) for up to 16 industry-standard PC3-10600R-999 (single-rank or dual-rank), 800, 1067, and 1333 MHz, DDR3 (third-generation double-data-rate), registered, synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs).

v PCI adapter capabilities

The server supports up to four PCI interface slots. For more information, see “Installing a PCI adapter” on page 56.

v Redundant connection

The addition of the optional Ethernet daughter card provides failover capability to a redundant Ethernet connection with the applicable application installed. If a problem occurs with the primary Ethernet connection and the optional Ethernet daughter card is installed on the server, all Ethernet traffic that is associated with the primary connection is automatically switched to the optional redundant Ethernet daughter card connection. If the applicable device drivers are installed, this switching occurs without data loss and without user intervention.

v Redundant cooling and power capabilities

The server supports three hot-swap fans, which provide redundant cooling. Redundant cooling enables continued operation if one of the fans fails. The server supports up to two 675-watt ac power supplies, which provide redundancy and hot-swap capability for a typical configuration. If the maximum load on the server is less than 675 watts and a problem occurs with one of the power supplies, the other power supply can meet the power requirements.

v RAID support

The server supports an internal RAID SAS Controller, which is required for you to use the hot-swap hard disk drives and to create redundant array of independent disks (RAID) configurations.

v TCP/IP offload engine (TOE) support

The Ethernet controllers in the server support TOE, which is a technology that offloads the TCP/IP flow from the microprocessors and I/O subsystem to increase the speed of the TCP/IP flow. When an operating system that supports TOE is

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Specifications

running on the server and TOE is enabled, the server supports TOE operation. See the operating-system documentation for information about enabling TOE.

Note: As of the date of this document, the Linux operating system does not

support TOE.

The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the server. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply.

Racks are marked in vertical increments of 4.45 cm (1.75 inches). Each increment is referred to as a unit, or “U.” A 1-U-high device is 1.75 inches tall.

Notes:

1. Power consumption and heat output vary depending on the number and type of optional features that are installed and the power-management optional features that are in use.

2. The sound levels were measured in controlled acoustical environments according to the procedures specified by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) S12.10 and ISO 7779 and are reported in accordance with ISO

9296. Actual sound-pressure levels in a given location might exceed the average values stated because of room reflections and other nearby noise sources. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of computers will operate.

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Table 3. Features and specifications

Microprocessor:

v Dual Core or Quad Core Intel® Xeon,

with integrated memory controller and Quick Path Interconnect (QPI) architecture

v Designed for XBGA 1366 socket v Scalable up to four cores v 32 KB instruction cache, 32 KB data

cache, and 8 MB cache that is shared among the cores

v Support for up to two microprocessors v Support for Intel Extended Memory 64

Technology (EM64T)

Note:

v Use the Setup utility to determine the

type and speed of the microprocessors.

v For a list of supported microprocessors,

see http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver

Memory:

v Sixteen DIMM connectors (eight per

microprocessor)

v Minimum: 1 GB DIMM per

microprocessor

v Maximum: 96 GB v Type: Registered ECC double-data-rate

3 (DDR3) -800, -1066, and -1033 DIMMs only (PC3–10600R-999, PC3–8500R-777)

v Sizes:

– 1 GB single-rank, 2 GB single-rank or

dual-rank, 4 GB dual-rank (PC3–10600R-999)

– 8 GB quad-rank (PC3–8500R-777)

Drives:

CD/DVD: DVD combination

Expansion bays:

Eight drive bays with option to add 4 more

2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard disk drive bays

Expansion slots:

v Two PCI Express riser cards with two

v Support for the following optional riser

SATA interface 24x CD-RW/ 8x

2.5-inch SAS hot-swap hard disk

PCI Express x8 slots (x8 lanes) each, standard

cards: – One PCI Express x16 slot (x16

lanes)

Hot-swap fans:

Three. Provide redundant cooling.

Hot-swap power supplies:

675 watts (100 - 240 V ac)

v Minimum: One v Maximum: Two - provide redundant

power

(2 U):

Size

v Height: 85.2 mm (3.346 in.) v Depth: EIA flange to rear - 698 mm

(27.480 in.), Overall - 729 mm (28.701 in.)

v Width: With top cover - 443.6 mm

(17.465 in.), With front bezel - 482.0 mm (18.976 in.)

v Weight: approximately 21.09 kg (46.5

lb) to 29.03 kg (64 lb) depending upon configuration

Integrated

functions:

v Integrated Management Module (IMM),

which provides service processor control and monitoring functions, video controller, and (when IMM Premium is installed) remote keyboard, video, mouse, and remote hard disk drive capabilities

v Dedicated or shared management

network connections

v Six-port Serial ATA (S ATA) controller v Serial over LAN (SOL) and serial

redirection over Telnet or Secure Shell (SSH)

v One systems-management RJ-45 for

connection to a dedicated systems-management network

v Support for remote management

presence through a virtual media key (IMM Premium)

v One Broadcom dual-port 10/100/1000

Ethernet controller with TCP/IP Offload Engine (TOE) support (second identical Ethernet controller on an optional internal adapter card)

v One serial port, shared with the

Integrated Management Module (IMM)

v Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports

(two on front, two on rear of server), v2.0 supporting v1.1, plus one or more dedicated internal USB ports on the SAS riser card

v Two video ports (one on front and one

on rear of server)

Note: Maximum video resolution 1600

x 1200 at 60Hz

v One SATA tape connector, one USB

tape connector, and one tape power connector on SAS riser card (some models)

In messages and documentation,

Note:

the term service processor refers to the Integrated Management Module (IMM)

Video controller:

v Matrox G200 video on system board v Compatible with SVGA and VGA v 8 MB DDR2 SDRAM video memory

controller:

RAID

v ServeRAID™-BR10i SAS/SATA Controller

that supports RAID levels 0, 1, 1E (standard)

v Upgradeable to ServeRAID-MR10i

SAS/SATA Controller, which supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60

Note: The RAID controllers are installed in

a PCI Express x8 mechanical slot (x4 electrical); however, the controllers run at x4 bandwidth.

Environment:

v Air temperature:

– Server on: 10° to 35°C (50.0° to

95.0°F); altitude: 0 to 914.4 m (3000 ft). Decrease system temperature by

0.75°C for every 1000-foot increase in altitude.

– Server off: 10° to 43°C (50.0° to

109.4°F); maximum altitude: 2133 m (7000 ft)

– Shipment: -40° to +60°C (-40° to

140°F); maximum altitude: 2133 m (7000 ft)

Humidity:

– Server on/off: 8% to 80% – Shipment: 5% to 100%

Acoustical

noise emissions:

v Declared sound power, idle: 6.3 bel v Declared sound power, operating: 6.5 bel

Heat output:

Approximate

heat output in British thermal

units (Btu) per hour:

v Minimum configuration: 307 Btu per hour

(194 watts)

v Maximum configuration: 2662 Btu per

hour (675 watts)

Electrical

input with hot-swap ac power

supplies:

v Sine-wave input (50-60 Hz) required v Input voltage range automatically selected v Input voltage low range:

– Minimum: 100 V ac – Maximum: 240 V ac

Input voltage high range:

– Minimum: 200 V ac – Maximum: 240 V ac

Input kilovolt-amperes (kVA)

approximately: – Minimum: 0.12 kVA – Maximum: 0.78 kVA

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Software

EasyStartup

EasyManage

Lenovo provides software to help get your server up and running.

The ThinkServer EasyStartup program simplifies the process of your RAID controller and installing supported Windows® and Linux operating systems and device drivers on your server.The EasyStartup program is provided with your server on DVD. The DVD is self starting (bootable). The User Guide for the EasyStartup program is on the DVD and can be accessed directly from the program's interface. For additional information, see “Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD” on page

114.

The ThinkServer EasyManage Core Server provides centralized hardware and software inventory management and secure automated system management through a centralized console. The ThinkServer EasyManage Agent enables other clients on the network to be managed by the centralized console. The ThinkServer EasyManage Core Server is supported on 32-bit Windows Server 2003 and 32-bit Windows Server 2008 products. The ThinkServer EasyManage Agent is supported on 32-bit and 64-bit Windows, Red Hat, and SUSE operating systems.

Reliability, availability, and serviceability features

Three important computer design features are reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS). The RAS features help to ensure the integrity of the data that is stored in the server, the availability of the server when you need it, and the ease with which you can diagnose and correct problems.

Your server has the following RAS features:

v 1-year parts and 1-year labor or 3-year labor and 3-year labor limited warranty v Automatic error retry and recovery v Automatic restart on nonmaskable interrupt (NMI) v Automatic restart after a power failure v Backup basic input/output system switching under the control of the Integrated

Management Module (IMM)

v Built-in monitoring for fan, power, temperature, voltage, and power-supply

redundancy

v Cable-presence detection on most connectors v Advanced ECC memory protection v Diagnostic support for RAID and Ethernet adapters v Error codes and messages v Error correcting code (ECC) L2 cache and system memory v Hot-swap cooling fans with speed-sensing capability v Hot-swap hard disk drives v Information and EasyLED diagnostics LED panels v Integrated Management Module (IMM) v Menu-driven setup, system configuration, and redundant array of independent

disks (RAID) configuration programs

v Microprocessor built-in self-test (BIST), internal error signal monitoring,

configuration checking, and microprocessor and voltage regulator module failure identification through EasyLED diagnostics

v Memory mirroring support (hot-sparing and memory mirroring are mutually

exclusive of each other)

v Redundant Ethernet capabilities with failover support

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v Parity checking on the small computer system interface (SCSI) bus and PCI

buses

v Power management: Compliance with Advanced Configuration and Power

Interface (ACPI)

v Power-on self-test (POST) v Hardware Failure Protection alerts on memory, microprocessors, SCSI hard disk

drives, fans, and power supplies

v Redundant hot-swap power supplies and redundant hot-swap fans (some

models)

v Redundant Network Interface Card (NIC) support v Remind button to temporarily turn off the system-error LED v Remote system problem-determination support v ROM-based diagnostics v ROM checksums v Serial Presence Detection (SPD) on memory, VPD, power supply, and hard disk

drives backplane

v Single-DIMM isolation of excessive correctable error or multi-bit error by the

Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI- (formerly called BIOS))

v Standby voltage for system-management features and monitoring v Startup (boot) from LAN through remote initial program load (RIPL) or dynamic

host configuration protocol/boot protocol (DHCP/BOOTP)

v System auto- from the configuration menu v System-error logging (POST and IMM) v System-management monitoring through the Inter IC protocol v Upgradeable POST, Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI), diagnostics,

IMM firmware, and read-only memory (ROM) resident code, locally or over the LAN

v Vital product data (VPD) on microprocessors, system board, power supplies,

SAS/SATA (hot-swap-drive) backplane, and power backplane

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Chapter 4. Server controls, LEDs, and power

This section describes the controls and light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and how to turn the server on and off.

Front view

The following illustration shows the controls, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and connectors on the front of the server.

1 Hard disk drive status LED (amber) 8 CD/DVD drive (optical drive) 2 Hard disk drive activity LED (green) 9 CD/DVD eject button 3 Video connector 10 CD/DVD drive activity LED 4 USB 1 connector 11 Bay 1 5 USB 2 connector 12 Hard disk drive bays 6 Operator information panel 13 Bay 0 7 Rack release latch 14 Rack release latch

Hard disk drive activity LED: Each hot-swap hard disk drive has an activity LED.

When this LED is flashing, it indicates that the drive is in use.

Hard disk drive status LED: Each hot-swap hard disk drive has a status LED.

When this LED is lit, it indicates that the drive has failed. When this LED is flashing slowly (one flash per second), it indicates that the drive is being rebuilt as part of a RAID configuration. When the LED is flashing rapidly (three flashes per second), it indicates that the controller is identifying the drive.

Video connector: Connect a monitor to this connector. The video connectors on

the front and rear of the server can be used simultaneously.

USB connectors: Connect a USB device, such as USB mouse, keyboard, or other

USB device, to either of these connectors.

Operator information panel: This panel contains controls, LEDs, and connectors.

For information about the controls, LEDs, and connectors on the operator information panel, see “Operator information panel” on page 16.

CD/DVD-eject button: Press this button to release a CD or DVD from the

CD-RW/DVD drive.

CD/DVD drive activity LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that the CD-RW/DVD

drive is in use.

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Rack release latches: Press these latches to release the server from the rack.

Operator information panel

The following controls, LEDs, and connectors are on the operator information panel:

1 Power-control button cover 6 Release latch 2 Ethernet icon LED 7 Locator button/locator LED 3 Ethernet activity LEDs 8 Ethernet activity LEDs 4 Information LED 9 Power-control button/power-on LED 5 System-error LED

v Ethernet icon LED: This LED lights the Ethernet icon. v Ethernet activity LEDs: When any of these LEDs is lit, it indicates that the

server is transmitting to or receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is connected to the Ethernet port that corresponds to that LED.

v Information LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a noncritical event has

occurred. An LED on the diagnostics panel is also lit to help isolate the error.

v System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has

occurred. An LED on the diagnostics panel is also lit to help isolate the error.

v Release latch: Slide this latch to the left to access the diagnostics panel, which

is behind the operator information panel.

v Power-control button and power-on LED: Press this button to turn the server

on and off manually or to wake the server from a reduced-power state. The states of the power-on LED are as follows:

Off: AC power is not present, or the power supply or the LED itself has failed. Flashing rapidly (4 times per second): The server is turned off and is not

ready to be turned on. The power-control button is disabled. Approximately 3 minutes after the server is connected to ac power, the power-control button becomes active.

Flashing slowly (once per second): The server is turned off and is ready to

be turned on. You can press the power-control button to turn on the server.

Lit: The server is turned on. Fading on and off: The server is in a reduced-power state. To wake the

server, press the power-control button or use the IMM Web interface. For information about logging on to the IMM Web interface, see “Logging on to the Web interface” on page 125.

EasyLED diagnostics panel

The EasyLED diagnostics panel is located on the top of the operator information panel.

To access the diagnostics panel, slide the blue release button on the operator information panel to the left. Pull forward on the operator panel until the hinge of the panel is free of the server chassis. Then pull down on the operator panel, so that you can view the diagnostics panel information.

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1 Operator information panel 2 Diagnostic LEDs 3 Release latch

The following illustration shows the controls and LEDs on the diagnostics panel.

Note: Diagnostics LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to power.

A checkpoint code (See checkpoint code display 1) is either a byte or a word value produced by UEFI and sent to the I/O port indicating the point at which the system stopped during the boot block and Power-On Self Test (POST). It does not provide error codes or suggest replacement components. These codes can be used by Lenovo Support for more in depth troubleshooting.

v Remind button: This button places the system-error LED on the front panel into

Remind mode. In Remind mode, the system-error LED flashes once every 2 seconds until the problem is corrected, the system is restarted, or a new problem occurs.

By placing the system-error LED indicator in Remind mode, you acknowledge that you are aware of the last failure but will not take immediate action to correct the problem. The remind function is controlled by the IMM.

v NMI button: Press this button to force a nonmaskable interrupt to the

microprocessor, if directed to do so by service and support.

v Check-point code display: During POST, this display indicates server firmware

progress. The display does not provide error codes or suggest components to be replaced. Checkpoint codes can be used by Lenovo Support for further troubleshooting. See the Hardware Maintenance Manual for more information about checkpoint codes.

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There are two types of checkpoint codes: field programmable gate array (FPGA) hardware checkpoint codes and UEFI checkpoint codes. The UEFI checkpoint codes might change because of code sequence and timing changes or when the server firmware is updated.

v Reset button: Press this button to reset the server and run the power-on

self-test (POST). Yo u might have to use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to press the button. The reset button is in the lower right-hand corner of the diagnostics panel.

For more information about EasyLED diagnostics, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual.

The following table lists the LEDs on the EasyLED diagnostics panel and suggested actions to solve the detected problems.

v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer

replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by a

trained service technician.

LED Description Action

None, but the systemerror LED is lit.

OVER SPEC

LOG An error message has been written to

LINK Reserved. PS A power supply has failed.

An error has occurred and cannot be diagnosed, or the IMM has failed. The error is not represented by an EasyLED diagnostics LED.

The server was shut down due to a power-supply overload condition on one of the power channels. The power supplies are using more power than the maximum rating.

the system-event log

Use the Setup utility to check the system-event log for information about the error.

1. If any of the 12v power channel error LEDs (A, B, C, D, E, or AUX) on the system board are lit also, see “Power problems” on page 138. (See “System-board LEDs” on page 27 for the location of the power channel error LEDs.)

2. Check the power supply LEDs for an error indication (AC LED and DC LED are not both lit, or the power-supply error LED is lit). Swap power supplies 1 and 2 with each other.

v If the error follows the power supply, replace the failed

power supply.

v If the error remains with the power bay, (trained service

technician only) replace the system board.

Remove optional devices from the server.

Check the IMM system event log and the system-error log for information about the error. Replace any components that are identified in the error logs.

1. Check the power supply LEDs for an error indication (AC LED and DC LED are not both lit). See Table 16 on page 149 for more information.

2. Make sure that the failing power supply is correctly seated.

3. Replace the failed power supply.

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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer

replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by a

trained service technician.

LED Description Action

PCI An error has occurred on a PCI bus or

on the system board. An additional LED will be lit next to a failing PCI slot.

1. Check the LEDs on the PCI slots to identify the component that is causing the error.

2. Check the system-event log for information about the error.

3. If you cannot isolate the failing adapter through the LEDs and the information in the system-event log, remove one adapter at a time from the failing PCI bus, and restart the server after each adapter is removed.

4. Call for service.

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The service processor (the IMM) has failed.

1. Remove power from the server; then, reconnect the server to power and restart the server.

2. Update the firmware on the IMM.

3. Call for service

FAN A fan has failed, is operating too slowly,

or has been removed. The TEMP LED

Replace the failing fan, which is indicated by a lit LED near the fan connector on the system board.

might also be lit.

TEMP The system temperature has exceeded

a threshold level. A failing fan can cause the TEMP LED to be lit.

1. Check the error log to identify where the over-temperature condition was measured. If a fan has failed, replace it.

2. Make sure that the room temperature is not too high. See Table 3 on page 11 for temperature information.

3. Make sure that the air vents are not blocked.

4. Call for service.

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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer

replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by a

trained service technician.

LED Description Action

MEM When only the MEM LED is lit, a

memory error has occurred.

When the MEM and CNFG LEDs are lit, the memory configuration is not valid.

1. Determine whether the CNFG LED is also lit. If it is, run the memory test exerciser to isolate the problem (see Hardware

Maintenance Manual for more information).

a. If the test reports that a memory error has occurred,

replace the failing DIMM, which is indicated by the lit LED on the system board.

b. If the test reports the memory configuration is invalid,

repopulate the DIMMs to a supported configuration.

If the CNFG LED is not lit, one of the following conditions

2. should be present:

v The server did not boot and a failing DIMM LED is lit.

a. Check for a PFA log event in the System Event Log

(SEL) b. Reseat the DIMM. c. If the problem remains, move the DIMM to a different

slot.

1) If the DIMM LED lights up on the system board that corresponds to this new DIMM socket, replace the DIMM.

2) If the DIMM LED lights up on the system board that corresponds to the original DIMM socket, replace the system board (trained service technician only).

The server booted and the failing DIMM is disabled and

the LED is lit. a. If the LEDs are lit by two DIMMs, check the System

Event Log for PFA on one of the DIMMs, then replace that DIMM. Otherwise, replace both DIMMs.

b. If the LED is lit by only one DIMM, replace that

DIMM.

c. Re-enable the DIMM sockets in the server firmware

settings.

NMI A nonmaskable interrupt has occurred,

Check the system-event log for information about the error.

or the NMI button has been pressed.

CNFG A hardware configuration error has

occurred. (This LED is used with the MEM and the CPU LEDs.)

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v Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem

is solved.

v See the parts listing in the Hardware Maintenance Manual to determine which components are customer

replaceable units (CRU) and which components are field replaceable units (FRU).

v If an action step is preceded by “(Trained service technician only),” that step must be performed only by a

trained service technician.

LED Description Action

CPU When only the CPU LED is lit, a

microprocessor has failed.

When the CPU and CNFG LEDs are lit, the microprocessor configuration is not valid.

1. Determine whether the CNFG LED is also lit. If the CNFG LED is not lit, a microprocessor has failed.

a. Make sure that the failing microprocessor, which is

indicated by a lit LED on the system board, is installed correctly. See the Hardware Maintenance Manual for information about installing a microprocessor.

b. If the failure remains, call service.

If the CNFG LED is lit, then an invalid microprocessor

2. configuration has occurred.

a. Make sure that the microprocessors are compatible with

each other. They must match in speed and cache size. To compare the microprocessor information, run the Setup utility and select System Information, then select System Summary, and then select Processor Details.

b. (Trained service technician only) Replace an

incompatible microprocessor.

c. If the failure remains, call for service.

VRM Reserved. DASD A hard disk drive error has occurred. A

hard disk drive has failed or is missing.

1. Check the LEDs on the hard disk drives for the drive with a lit status LED and reseat the hard disk drive.

2. Reseat the hard disk drive backplane.

3. Remove and reinstall the hard disk drive backplanes. See the Hardware Maintenance Manual for information about removing and installing a hard disk drive backplane.

4. Replace the hard disk drive backplane for the failing drive or drives.

5. Call for service.

RAID Reserved BRD An error has occurred on the system

board.

1. Check the LEDs on the system board to identify the component that is causing the error.

2. Check the system-event log for information about the error.

3. Replace any failed or missing replaceable components, such as the battery or PCI riser-card assembly.

4. If a voltage regulator has failed, replace the system board.

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Rear view

The following illustration shows the connectors and LEDs on the rear of the server.

1 Ethernet 3 (optional) connector 7 USB 3 connector 2 Ethernet 4 (optional) connector 8 Serial connector 3 Power supply 1 connector 9 Video connector 4 Power supply 2 connector 10 Ethernet 2 connector 5 Power cord connectors 11 Ethernet 1 connector 6 USB 4 connector 12 Systems-management (Ethernet)

Ethernet connectors: Use any of these connectors to connect the server to a

network.

Power-cord connector: Connect the power cord to this connector.

USB connectors: Connect a USB device, such as USB mouse, keyboard, or other

USB device, to any of these connectors.

Serial connector: Connect a 9-pin serial device to this connector. The serial port is

shared with the Integrated Management Module (IMM). The IMM can take control of the shared serial port to perform text console redirection and to redirect serial traffic, using Serial over LAN (SOL).

Video connector: Connect a monitor to this connector. The video connectors on

the front and rear of the server can be used simultaneously.

The maximum video resolution is 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz.

Note:

Systems-management Ethernet connector: Use this connector to connect the

server to a network for systems-management information control. This connector is used only by the IMM.

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The following illustration shows the LEDs on the rear of the server:

1 Ethernet activity LED 5 Power-supply error LED (amber) 2 Ethernet link LED 6 System-error LED (amber) 3 AC power LED (green) 7 Locator LED (blue) 4 DC power LED (green) 8 Power-on LED (green)

Ethernet activity LEDs: When these LEDs are lit, they indicate that the server is

transmitting to or receiving signals from the Ethernet LAN that is connected to the Ethernet port.

Ethernet link LEDs: When these LEDs are lit, they indicate that there is an active

link connection on the 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 1000BASE-TX interface for the Ethernet port.

AC power LED: Each hot-swap power supply has an ac power LED and a dc

power LED. When the ac power LED is lit, it indicates that sufficient power is coming into the power supply through the power cord. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual.

DC power LED: Each hot-swap power supply has a dc power LED and an ac

power LED. When the dc power LED is lit, it indicates that the power supply is supplying adequate DC power to the system. During typical operation, both the ac and dc power LEDs are lit. For any other combination of LEDs, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual.

Power-supply error LED: When the power-supply error LED is lit, it indicates that

the power supply has failed.

System-error LED: When this LED is lit, it indicates that a system error has

occurred. An LED on the diagnostics panel is also lit to help isolate the error.

Power-on LED: Press this button to turn the server on and off manually or to wake

the server from a reduced-power state. The states of the power-on LED are as follows:

Off: AC power is not present, or the power supply or the LED itself has failed. Flashing rapidly (4 times per second): The server is turned off and is not

ready to be turned on. The power-control button is disabled. Approximately 3 minutes after the server is connected to ac power, the power-control button becomes active.

Flashing slowly (once per second): The server is turned off and is ready to be

turned on. Yo u can press the power-control button to turn on the server.

Lit: The server is turned on.

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Fading on and off: The server is in a reduced-power state. To wake the server,

press the power-control button or use the IMM Web interface. For information about logging on to the IMM Web interface, see “Logging on to the Web interface” on page 125.

System-board internal connectors

The following illustration shows the internal connectors on the system board.

1 Battery 12 Fan connector 2 2 Optional two-port Ethernet card

13 Reserved

connector

3 PCI riser connector 1 14 Fan connector 3 4 DIMM connectors 15 Hot-swap SAS/SATA power connector

5 Microprocessor 1 16 Hot-swap SAS/SATA power connector

6 Operator information panel connector 17 Hot-swap SAS/SATA configuration

7 Optical drive connector 18 SAS riser-card connector 8 Front video/USB connector 19 Auxiliary power for PCI Express

9 Reserved 20 Microprocessor 2 10 Fan connector 1 21 PCI riser connector 2

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backplane 1 and 2

optional backplane 3

cable connector

graphics adapter connector

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11 Reserved 22 Virtual media key connector

System-board external connectors

The following illustration shows the external input/output connectors on the system board.

1 USB connector 4 2 USB connector 3 3 Serial connector 4 Video connector 5 Ethernet connector 2 6 Ethernet connector 1 7 Systems management Ethernet connector

System-board switches and jumpers

Any switches or jumpers on the system board that are not shown in the illustration are reserved. See the section about recovering the unified extensible firmware interface (UEFI) code in the Hardware Maintenance Manual for information about using the UEFI boot recovery jumper.

The following illustration shows the switches and jumpers on the system board.

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Table 4. Callout descriptions

Jumper name Jumper setting

1 UEFI boot recovery

jumper (J29)

v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default) Loads the primary server

firmware (formerly called BIOS) ROM page.

v Pins 2 and 3: Loads the secondary (backup) server firmware

ROM page.

2 IMM recovery

jumper (J147)

v Pins 1 and 2: Normal (default) Loads the primary IMM firmware

ROM page.

v Pins 2 and 3: Loads the secondary (backup) IMM firmware

ROM page.

3 SW4 switch block

(reserved)

4 SW3 switch block

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Table 4. Callout descriptions (continued)

Notes:

1. If no jumper is present, the server responds as if the pins are set to 1 and 2.

2. Changing the position of the UEFI boot recovery jumper from pins 1 and 2 to pins 2 and 3 before the server is turned on alters which flash ROM page is loaded. Do not change the jumper pin position after the server is turned on. This can cause an unpredictable problem.

Table 5 describes the function of each switch on the switch block.

Table 5. Switch block 3, switches 1 - 8

Switch

number Default value

8 Off Reserved. 7 Off Reserved. 6 Off Reserved. 5 Off Power-on password override. Changing the position of this switch bypasses the

Switch description

power-on password check the next time the server is turned on and starts the Setup utility so that you can change or delete the power-on password. You do not have to move the switch back to the default position after the password is overridden.

Changing the position of this switch does not affect the administrator password check if an administrator password is set.

See “Passwords” on page 107 for additional information about the power-on

password. 4 Off Reserved. 3 Off Reserved. 2 Off Reserved. 1 Off Reserved.Clear

Clear CMOS. When this switch is toggled to On, it clears the CMOS data, which

clears the power-on password.

Important:

1. Before you change any switch settings or move any jumpers, turn off the server; then, disconnect all power cords and external cables. (Review the information in “Safety” on page vii, “Installation guidelines” on page 33, “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 35, and “Turning off the server” on page 31.)

2. Any system-board switch or jumper blocks that are not shown in the illustrations in this document are reserved.

System-board LEDs

The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the system board.

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Note: Error LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to power.

Table 6. Callout descriptions

1 PCI riser 2 LED 13 Fan 3 error LED 2 Enclosure manager heartbeat LED 14 Power channel A LED 3 Battery error LED 15 Power channel B LED 4 IMM heartbeat LED 16 Power channel C error LED 5 PCI riser 1 LED 17 Power channel D error LED 6 Microprocessor 1 error LED 18 Power channel E error LED 7 DIMMs 1 - 8 error LEDs 19 Power channel F error LED 8 Reserved 20 240 - V AUX channel error LED 9 Fan 1 error LED 21 SAS riser missing LED 10 Reserved 22 System-board error LED 11 Fan 2 error LED 23 Microprocessor 2 error LED 12 Reserved 24 DIMMs 9-16 error LEDs

SAS riser-card connectors and LEDs

The following illustrations show the connectors and LEDs on the SAS riser cards.

Note: Error LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to power.

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A 12-drive-capable model server or a diskless model server contains the following riser card:

1 USB connector 2 PCI Express RAID adapter 3 SAS error LED

A tape-enabled model server contains the following riser card:

1 USB connector 2 PCI Express RAID adapter 3 SATA tape signal 4 Tape power 5 SAS error LED 6 USB tape

PCI riser-card adapter connectors

The following illustration shows the connectors on the PCI riser card for user-installable PCI adapters.

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1 Adapter 2 PCI riser-card assembly 3 Adapter connectors

PCI riser-card assembly LEDs

The following illustration shows the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the PCI riser-card assembly.

Note: Error LEDs remain lit only while the server is connected to power.

1 Lower PCI slot error LED 2 Upper PCI slot error LED

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Power-supply LEDs

The following illustration shows the power-supply LEDs on the rear of the server. For more information about solving power-supply problems, see the Hardware Maintenance Manual.

1 AC power LED (green) 2 DC power LED (green) 3 Power-supply error LED (amber)

Server power features

When the server is connected to a power source but is not turned on, the operating system does not run, and all core logic except for the Integrated Management Module (IMM) is shut down; however, the server can respond to requests from the IMM, such as a remote request to turn on the server. The power-on LED flashes to indicate that the server is connected to power but is not turned on.

Turning on the server

Approximately 3 minutes after the server is connected to power, the power-control button becomes active, and one or more fans might start running to provide cooling while the server is connected to power. Yo u can turn on the server and start the operating system by pressing the power-control button. If a power failure occurs while the server is turned on, the server will restart automatically when power is restored.

For 32-bit operating systems only: Some memory is reserved for various system

resources and is unavailable to the operating system. The amount of memory that is reserved for system resources depends on the operating system, the configuration of the server, and the configured PCI options.

Turning off the server

When you turn off the server and leave it connected to power, the server can respond to requests from the IMM, such as a remote request to turn on the server. While the server remains connected to power, one or more fans might continue to run. To remove all power from the server, you must disconnect it from the power source.

Important:

connected to a power source.

To view the error LEDs on the system board, leave the server

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Some operating systems require an orderly shutdown before you turn off the server. See your operating-system documentation for information about shutting down the operating system.

Statement 5:

The server can be turned off in any of the following ways:

v You can turn off the server from the operating system, if your operating system

supports this feature. After an orderly shutdown of the operating system, the server will be turned off automatically.

v You can press the power-control button to start an orderly shutdown of the

operating system and turn off the server, if your operating system supports this feature.

v If the operating system stops functioning, you can press and hold the

power-control button for more than 4 seconds to turn off the server.

v The IMM can turn off the server as an automatic response to a critical system

failure.

v You can turn off the server through a request from the IMM.

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Chapter 5. Installing optional devices and replacing customer replaceable units

This chapter provides hardware installation and replacement procedures for customer replaceable units.

Installation guidelines

Before you install optional devices, read the following information:

v Read the safety information that begins on page vii, “Handling static-sensitive

devices” on page 35, and the guidelines in this section. This information will help you work safely.

v When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply

the most recent firmware updates. This step will help to ensure that any known issues are addressed and that your server is ready to function at maximum levels of performance. To download firmware updates for your server, complete the following steps:

1. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support.

2. Enter your product number (machine type and model number) or select

Servers and Storage from the Select your product list.

3. Select Servers and Storage from the Brand list.

4. From Family list, select ThinkServer RD220, and click Continue.

5. Click Downloads and drivers to download firmware updates. .

v Before you install optional hardware, make sure that the server is working

correctly. Start the server, and make sure that the operating system starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that an operating system was not found but the server is otherwise working correctly. If the server is not working correctly, refer to the Hardware

Maintenance Manual for diagnostic information.

v Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Place removed

covers and other parts in a safe place.

v If you must start the server while the cover is removed, make sure that no one is

near the server and that no tools or other objects have been left inside the server.

v Do not attempt to lift an object that you think is too heavy for you. If you have to

lift a heavy object, observe the following precautions: – Make sure that you can stand safely without slipping. – Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet. – Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy

object.

– To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing up

with your leg muscles.

Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical

outlets for the server, monitor, and other devices.

v Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives. v Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available. v To view the error LEDs on the system board and internal components, leave the

server connected to power.

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v You do not have to turn off the server to install or replace hot-swap fans,

redundant hot-swap ac power supplies, or hot-plug Universal Serial Bus (USB) devices. However, you must turn off the server before performing any steps that involve removing or installing adapter cables or non-hot-swap optional devices or components.

v Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component

to remove it from or install it in the server, open or close a latch, and so on.

v Orange on a component or an orange label on or near a component indicates

that the component can be hot-swapped, which means that if the server and operating system support hot-swap capability, you can remove or install the component while the server is running. (Orange can also indicate touch points on hot-swap components.) See the instructions for removing or installing a specific hot-swap component for any additional procedures that you might have to perform before you remove or install the component.

v When you are finished working on the server, reinstall all safety shields, guards,

labels, and ground wires.

v For a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.lenovo.com/

thinkserver.

System reliability guidelines

To help ensure proper system cooling and system reliability, make sure that the following requirements are met:

v Each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic

compatibility (EMC) shield installed in it.

v If the server has redundant power, each of the power-supply bays has a power

supply installed in it.

v There is adequate space around the server to allow the server cooling system to

work properly. Leave approximately 50 mm (2.0 in.) of open space around the front and rear of the server. Do not place objects in front of the fans. For proper cooling and airflow, replace the server cover before you turn on the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with the server cover removed might damage server components.

v You have followed the cabling instructions that come with optional adapters. v You have replaced a failed fan within 48 hours. v You have replaced a hot-swap fan within 30 seconds of removal. v You have replaced a hot-swap drive within 2 minutes of removal. v You do not operate the server without the air baffles installed. Operating the

server without the air baffles might cause the microprocessors to overheat.

v Microprocessor 2 air baffle and DIMM air baffle are installed. v The EasyLED diagnostics panel is not pulled out of the server.

Working inside the server with the power on

Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when

the server is powered-on might cause the server to halt, which could result in the loss of data. To avoid this potential problem, always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when working inside the server with the power on.

The server supports hot-plug, hot-add, and hot-swap devices and is designed to operate safely while it is turned on and the cover is removed. Follow these guidelines when you work inside a server that is turned on:

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v Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing on your forearms. Button long-sleeved shirts

before working inside the server; do not wear cuff links while you are working inside the server.

v Do not allow your necktie or scarf to hang inside the server. v Remove jewelry, such as bracelets, necklaces, rings, and loose-fitting wrist

watches.

v Remove items from your shirt pocket, such as pens and pencils, that could fall

into the server as you lean over it.

v Avoid dropping any metallic objects, such as paper clips, hairpins, and screws,

into the server.

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention: Static electricity can damage the server and other electronic devices.

To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until you are ready to install them.

To reduce the possibility of damage from electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions:

v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around

you.

v The use of a grounding system is recommended. For example, wear an

electrostatic-discharge wrist strap, if one is available. Always use an electrostatic-discharge wrist strap or other grounding system when working inside the server with the power on.

v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame. v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry. v Do not leave the device where others can handle and damage it. v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to an unpainted

metal surface on the outside of the server for at least 2 seconds. This drains static electricity from the package and from your body.

v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into the server without

setting down the device. If it is necessary to set down the device, put it back into its static-protective package. Do not place the device on the server cover or on a metal surface.

v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating reduces

indoor humidity and increases static electricity.

Major components of the server

Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component to remove it from or install it in the server, open or close a latch, and so on.

Orange on a component or an orange label on or near a component indicates that the component can be hot-swapped, which means that if the server and operating system support hot-swap capability, you can remove or install the component while the server is running. (Orange can also indicate touch points on hot-swap components.) See the instructions for removing or installing a specific hot-swap component for any additional procedures that you might have to perform before you remove or install the component.

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The following illustrations show the major components in the server.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

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1 Cover 11 CD/DVD drive 2 PCI riser-card assembly 12 Operator information panel 3 PCI riser-card assembly 13 Front bezel (some models) 4 Heat sink 14 4-drive filler panel 5 Microprocessor 15 SAS hard disk drive backplanes 6 Heat-sink retention module 16 SAS riser card 7 DIMM 17 Fan bracket 8 System board 18 Fans 9 Power-supply filler panel 19 DIMM air baffle 10 Power supply 20 Microprocessor 2 air baffle

Removing the cover

Important: Before you install optional hardware, make sure that the server is

working correctly. Start the server, and make sure that the operating system starts, if an operating system is installed, or that a 19990305 error code is displayed, indicating that an operating system was not found but the server is otherwise working correctly. If the server is not working correctly, see the Hardware

Maintenance Manual for diagnostic information.

To remove the cover, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. If you are planning to view the error LEDs that are on the system board and components, leave the server connected to power and go directly to step 4 on page 38.

3. If you are planning to install or remove a microprocessor, memory module, PCI adapter, battery, or other non-hot-swap optional device, turn off the server and all attached devices and disconnect all external cables and power cords (see “Turning off the server” on page 31).

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4. Press down on the left and right side latches and pull the server out of the rack enclosure until both slide rails lock.

Note: You can reach the cables on the rear of the server when the server is in

the locked position. The following illustration shows how to remove the cover.

5. Press the blue latch 1 on the end of the cover-release latch 4 and lift the cover-release latch 2. Slide the cover forward 3 and lift the cover off the server. Set the cover aside.

Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before you turn on

the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (over 30 minutes) with the cover removed might damage server components.

Internal cable routing and connectors

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connectors for the two SAS signal cables (in server models with eight SAS drive bays).

Notes:

1. To connect the SAS signal cables, make sure that you first connect the signal cable, and then the power cable and signal cable.

2. To disconnect the SAS signal cables, make sure that you first disconnect the power cable, and then the signal cable and configuration cable.

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1 ServeRAID- MR10i SAS/SATA controller 2 SAS signal cables

The SATA cable is a combination power and signal cable with a shared connector on both ends. The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the SATA cable 1.

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the operator information panel cable.

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1 To p cover latch receptacle 2 Operator panel cable

The following illustration shows the internal routing and connector for the USB/video cable.

Note: The USB cable is routed under the video cable and then both the USB and

video cables are routed under the cable retention tab and the top cover latch receptacle.

1 To p cover latch receptacle 2 Cable retention tab 3 Video cable 4 USB cable

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The following illustration shows the internal routing for the configuration cable (3 backplane connectors) 1.

The following illustrations show the internal routing for the SAS hard disk drive backplane cables.

1 DIMM air baffle 2 SAS expander card 3 New backplane

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1 Power cable 2 SAS signal cable 3 Configuration cable 4 Hard disk drive backplane

Removing a PCI riser-card assembly

The server comes with two riser-card assemblies that each contain two PCI Express x8 connectors. You can replace a PCI Express riser-card assembly with a riser-card assembly that contains one PCI Express Gen 2 x16 connector. See http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver for a list of riser-card assemblies that you can use with the server.

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1 PCI riser-card assembly 2 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1

To remove the riser-card assembly, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and all external cables.

3. Slide the server out of the rack.

4. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

5. Grasp the assembly at the front tab and rear edge and lift it to remove it from the server. Place the riser-card assembly on a flat, static-protective surface.

Installing a PCI riser-card assembly

To install a PCI riser-card assembly, complete the following steps.

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Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your hardware.

1 PCI riser-card assembly 2 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1 3 Alignment slots 4 Alignment brackets 5 PCI riser connector 1 6 PCI riser connector 2

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Make sure that the server and all peripheral devices are turned off and that the power cords and all external cables are disconnected.

3. Reinstall any adapters and reconnect any internal cables that you removed in other procedures (see “Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 38).

4. Align the PCI riser-card assembly with the selected PCI riser connector on the system board:

v PCI riser connector 1: Carefully fit the two alignment slots on the side of the

assembly onto the two alignment brackets in the side of the chassis.

v PCI riser connector 2: Carefully align the bottom edge (the contact edge) of

the riser-card assembly with the PCI riser connector on the system board.

Press down on the assembly. Make sure that the riser-card assembly is fully

5. seated in the riser-card connector on the system board.

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If you have other optional devices to install, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.

Removing a PCI adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly

This topic describes removing an adapter from a PCI expansion slot in a PCI riser-card assembly. These instructions apply to PCI adapters such as video graphic adapters and network adapters. To remove a SAS controller from the SAS riser card, go to “Removing a SAS controller from the SAS riser card” on page 79.

The following illustration shows the locations of the adapter expansion slots from the rear of the server.

1 PCI slot 1 2 PCI slot 2 3 PCI slot 3 4 PCI slot 4

Notes:

1. If a PCI Express Gen 2x16 adapter is installed in a PCI riser-card assembly, the second expansion slot is not available.

2. If you are replacing a high power graphics adapter, you might need to disconnect the internal power cable from the system board before removing the adapter.

To remove an adapter from a PCI expansion slot, complete the following steps.

1 Adapter 2 PCI riser-card assembly 3 Adapter connectors

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables.

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3. Press down on the left and right side latches and slide the server out of the rack enclosure until both slide rails lock; then, remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly that contains the adapter (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42).

v If you are removing an adapter from PCI expansion slot 1 or 2, remove PCI

riser-card assembly 1.

v If you are removing an adapter from PCI expansion slot 3 or 4, remove PCI

riser-card assembly 2.

Disconnect any cables from the adapter (make note of the cable routing, in case

5. you reinstall the adapter later).

6. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the adapter from the PCI expansion slot.

7. If the adapter is a full-length adapter in the upper expansion slot of the PCI riser-card assembly and you do not intend to replace it with another full-length adapter, remove the full-length-adapter bracket and store it on the underside of the top of the PCI riser-card assembly.

8. If you are instructed to return the adapter, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

Installing a PCI adapter in a PCI riser-card assembly

To ensure that a ServeRAID-10i, ServeRAID-10is, or ServeRAID-10M adapter works correctly in your server, make sure that the adapter firmware is at the latest level.

Important: Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated code

updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.

Some high end video adapters are supported by your server. See http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver for more information.

Notes:

1. If you are installing a video adapter in your server, do not set the maximum digital video resolution above 1600 x 1200 at 60 Hz for an LCD monitor. This is the highest resolution supported for any video adapter in this server.

2. Any high-definition video-out connector or stereo connector on the video adapter is not supported.

These instructions apply to PCI adapters such as video graphics adapters and network adapters. To install a SAS controller, go to “Installing a SAS controller on the SAS riser card” on page 81.

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The following illustration shows the locations of the adapter expansion slots from the rear of the server.

1 PCI slot 1 2 PCI slot 2 3 PCI slot 3 4 PCI slot 4

To install an adapter, complete the following steps.

1 Adapter 2 Expansion-slot cover 3 PCI riser-card assembly

1. Install the adapter in the expansion slot. a. If the adapter is a full-length adapter for the upper expansion slot (1 or 3) in

the riser card, remove the full-length-adapter bracket 1 from underneath the top of the riser-card assembly and insert it in the two openings 2 in the end of the upper expansion slot of the riser-card assembly.

b. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket to the right until it clicks into

place.

c. Align the adapter with the PCI connector on the riser card and the guide on

the external end of the riser-card assembly.

d. Press the adapter firmly into the PCI connector on the riser card.

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2. Connect any required cables to the adapter (see “Internal cable routing and connectors” on page 38.)

Attention:

v When you route cables, do not block any connectors or the ventilated space

around any of the fans.

v Make sure that cables are not routed on top of components under the PCI

riser-card assembly.

v Make sure that cables are not pinched by the server components.

3. Align the PCI riser-card assembly with the selected PCI connector on the system board:

v PCI-riser connector 1: Carefully fit the two alignment slots on the side of the

assembly onto the two alignment brackets on the side of the chassis; align the rear of the assembly with the guides on the rear of the server.

v PCI-riser connector 2: Carefully align the bottom edge (the contact edge) of

the riser-card assembly with the riser-card connector on the system board; align the rear of the assembly with the guides on the rear of the server.

Press down on the assembly. Make sure that the riser-card assembly is fully

4. seated in the riser-card connector on the system board.

5. Perform any configuration tasks that are required for the adapter.

6. Install the server cover (see “Completing the installation” on page 100).

7. Slide the server into the rack.

8. Reconnect the external cables; then, reconnect the power cords and turn on the peripheral devices and the server.

Removing an Ethernet adapter

To remove an Ethernet adapter, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables.

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Remove the PCI riser card 1.

5. Push the tabs on the adapter bracket 2 outwards, then lift the front end of the adapter 1 to disconnect it from the system board. Then lift it out of the server.

6. Install the cover.

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7. Turn on the server and reconnect the peripheral devices, power cords, and external cables.

Installing an Ethernet adapter

To install an Ethernet adapter, complete the following steps:

1. Remove the adapter bracket 2 from the new Ethernet adapter 1.

2. Extend the Ethernet ports through the openings in the rear of the chassis.

3. Press down on the adapter above the connector and adapter bracket.

4. Install PCI riser 1.

5. Install the cover.

6. Turn on the server and reconnect the peripheral devices, power cords, and external cables.

Storing the full-length-adapter bracket

If you are removing a full-length adapter in the upper riser-card PCI slot and will replace it with a shorter adapter or no adapter, you must remove the full-length-adapter bracket from the end of the riser-card assembly and return the bracket to its storage location.

To remove and store the full-length-adapter bracket, complete the following steps:

1. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket to the left until the bracket falls free of the riser-card assembly.

2. Align the bracket with the storage location on the riser-card assembly as shown.

3. Place the two hooks 1 in the two openings 2 in the storage location on the riser-card assembly.

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4. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket toward the expansion-lot-opening end of the assembly until the bracket clicks into place.

Removing the microprocessor 2 air baffle

When you work with some optional devices, you must first remove the microprocessor 2 air baffle to access certain components. The following illustration shows how to remove the microprocessor 2 air baffle.

1 Hole 2 Pin 3 Microprocessor 2 air baffle 4 Ta b 5 PCI riser-card assembly 2

To remove the microprocessor 2 air baffle, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 31).

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Remove PCI riser-card assembly 2 (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42).

5. Grasp the top of the air baffle and lift the air baffle out of the server.

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Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace all air baffles before you

turn on the server. Operating the server with any air baffle removed might damage server components.

Installing the microprocessor 2 air baffle

1 Hole 2 Pin 3 Microprocessor 2 air baffle 4 Ta b 5 PCI riser-card assembly 2

To install the microprocessor 2 air baffle, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Make sure that the server and peripheral devices are turned off (see “Turning off the server” on page 31) and that all power cords and external cables are disconnected.

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Align the tab on the left side of the microprocessor 2 air baffle with the slot in the right side of the power-supply cage.

5. Align the pin on the bottom of the microprocessor air baffle with the hole on the system board retention bracket.

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6. Lower the microprocessor 2 air baffle into the server, making sure all cables are out of the way.

Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace all air baffles before you

turn on the server. Operating the server with any air baffle removed might damage server components.

7. Install PCI riser-card assembly 2.

8. Install the cover (see “Completing the installation” on page 100).

9. Slide the server into the rack.

10. Reconnect the external cables; then, reconnect the power cords and turn on the peripheral devices and the server.

Removing the DIMM air baffle

When you work with some optional devices, you must first remove the DIMM air baffle to access certain components or connectors on the system board. The following illustration shows how to remove the DIMM air baffle.

1 DIMM air baffle 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1

To remove the DIMM air baffle, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”

on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and

external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 31).

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Remove PCI riser-card assembly 1 (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly”

on page 42).

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5. Place your fingers under the front and back of the top of the air baffle; then, lift the air baffle out of the server.

Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace all air baffles before you

turn on the server. Operating the server with any air baffle removed might damage server components.

Installing the DIMM air baffle

The following illustration shows how to install the DIMM air baffle.

1 DIMM air baffle 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1

To install the DIMM air baffle, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Make sure that the server and peripheral devices are turned off (see “Turning off the server” on page 31) and that all power cords and external cables are disconnected.

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Make sure that PCI riser-card assembly 1 is removed (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42).

5. Align the DIMM air baffle with the DIMMs and the back of the fans.

6. Lower the air baffle into place, making sure all cables are out of the way.

7. Install PCI riser-card assembly 1.

Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace all air baffles before you

turn on the server. Operating the server with any air baffle removed might damage server components.

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8. Install the cover (see “Completing the installation” on page 100).

Removing a PCI adapter

To remove an adapter from a PCI riser-card assembly, complete the following steps.

1 Adapter 2 Expansion slot cover 3 PCI riser-card assembly

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 31).

3. Press down on the left and right side rack latches and slide the server out of the rack enclosure until both slide rails lock; then, remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

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1 PCI riser-card assembly 2 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1

4. Remove the PCI riser-card assembly that contains the adapter (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42).

5. Disconnect any cables from the adapter (make note of the cable routing, in case you reinstall the adapter later).

6. Carefully grasp the adapter by its top edge or upper corners, and pull the adapter from the PCI expansion slot.

If you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.

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Installing a PCI adapter

The following illustration shows the PCI adapter expansion slots.

1 PCI slot 1 2 PCI slot 2 3 PCI slot 3 4 PCI slot 4

The following notes describe the types of adapters that the server supports and other information that you must consider when installing an adapter:

v Locate the documentation that comes with the adapter and follow those

instruction in addition to the instructions in this section. If you have to change switch settings or jumper settings on the adapter, follow the instructions that come with the adapter.

v To ensure that a ServeRAID-10i, ServeRAID-10is, or ServeRAID-10M adapter

works correctly in your UEFI-based server, make sure that the adapter firmware is at the latest level.

Important:

Some cluster solutions require specific code levels or coordinated

code updates. If the device is part of a cluster solution, verify that the latest level of code is supported for the cluster solution before you update the code.

v Some high performance video adapters are supported by your server. See

http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver/ for more information.

v The following notes describe important information about the NVIDIA video

adapter that comes preinstalled in some server models: – Do not set the maximum digital video resolution above 1600 x 1200 at 60 Hz

for an LCD monitor. This is the highest resolution that is supported for an optional video adapter in the server.

– Any high-definition video-out connector or stereo connector on an optional

video adapter is not supported.

A PCI Express Gen 2 x16 riser card can support only one adapter.

v The expansion slots in the PCI riser cards accommodate the various form factors

of the non-hot-plug adapters as follows: – Expansion slot 1: Full-height, full-length – Expansion slot 2: Low-profile with standard bracket – Expansion slot 3: Full-height, full-length – Expansion slot 4: Full-height, half-length

If you install a different supported riser-card assembly, the supported adapter types might be different. For a list of supported riser-card assemblies, see http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver.

v The system scans devices in the following order, if you have not changed the

default boot precedence: – Video unified extensible firmware interface (UEFI) (fixed) – System board Ethernet 1 PXE (fixed)

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– System board Ethernet 2 PXE (fixed) – System board SAS (or RAID)

The following illustration shows the adapter connectors on the PCI riser-card assembly.

1 Adapter 2 PCI riser-card assembly 3 Adapter connectors

To install a PCI adapter, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 31).

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Determine which expansion slot you will use for the adapter.

5. If you are installing an adapter in PCI expansion slot 1 or 2, remove PCI riser-card assembly 1; if you are installing an adapter in PCI expansion slot 3 or 4, remove PCI riser-card assembly 2. See “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42.

6. Slide the expansion-slot cover out of the PCI riser-card assembly expansion slot.

1 Adapter 2 Expansion slot cover 3 PCI riser-card assembly

7. Install the adapter: a. If the adapter is a full-length adapter for the upper expansion slot in the

riser card, remove the full-length-adapter bracket from underneath the top

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of the riser-card assembly and insert it in the end of the upper expansion slot of the riser-card assembly. See “Installing the full-length-adapter bracket” on page 60 for instructions.

b. Align the adapter with the adapter connector on the riser-card, and the

guide on the external end of the PCI riser-card assembly.

c. Press the adapter firmly into the adapter connector on the riser card.

1 Adapter 2 PCI riser-card assembly 3 Adapter connectors

8. Connect any required cables to the adapter.

Attention:

v When you route cables, do not block any connectors or the ventilated space

around any of the fans.

v Make sure that cables are not routed on top of components that are under

the PCI riser-card assembly.

v Make sure that cables are not pinched by the server components.

9. Align the PCI riser-card assembly with the selected PCI riser connector on the

system board.

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1 PCI riser-card assembly 2 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1 3 Alignment slots 4 Alignment brackets 5 PCI riser connector 1 6 PCI riser connector 2

v PCI riser connector 1: Carefully fit the two alignment slots on the side of the

assembly onto the two alignment brackets in the side of the chassis; align the rear of the assembly with the guides on the rear of the server

v PCI riser connector 2: Carefully align the bottom edge (the contact edge) of

the riser-card assembly with the PCI riser-card connector on the system board; align the rear of the assembly with the guides on the rear of the server.

Press down on the assembly. Make sure that the riser-card assembly is fully

10. seated in the PCI riser-card connector on the system board.

11. Perform any configuration tasks that are required for the adapter.

you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to

If “Completing the installation” on page 100.

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Installing the full-length-adapter bracket

If you are installing a full-length adapter in the upper riser-card PCI slot, you must first install the full-length-adapter bracket in the end of the riser-card assembly.

To install the full-length-adapter bracket, complete the following steps:

1. Orient the riser-card assembly as shown.

2. Remove the full-length-adapter bracket from the storage location. a. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket toward the end of the

riser-card assembly.

b. Push the bracket out of the storage location on the riser-card assembly.

Align the bracket with the end of the riser-card assembly as shown.

4. Place the two hooks 1 in the two openings 2 in the end of the riser-card assembly.

5. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket to the right until it clicks into place.

6. Return to the adapter-installation instructions.

Storing the full-length-adapter bracket

To remove and store the full-length-adapter bracket, complete the following steps:

1. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket to the left until the bracket falls free of the riser-card assembly.

2. Align the bracket with the storage location on the riser-card assembly as shown.

3. Place the two hooks 1 in the two openings 2 in the storage location on the riser-card assembly.

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4. Press the bracket tab 3 and slide the bracket toward the expansion-slot-opening end of the assembly until the bracket clicks into place.

5. Return to “Installing a PCI adapter” on page 56 or “Installing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 43, as applicable.

Removing a virtual media key

1 Virtual media key connector 2 Virtual media key (front) 3 Mounting bracket (rear) 4 Mounting tab

To remove a virtual media key, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables.

3. Slide the server out of the rack.

4. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

5. Locate the virtual media key on the system board. Grasp it and carefully pull it off the virtual media key connector pins.

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Installing a virtual media key

IMM Premium enables the IMM remote presence and blue-screen capture capability. This feature provides graphical console redirection with remote keyboard and mouse interaction, plus remote diskette and CD/DVD drive support.

1 Virtual media key connector 2 Virtual media key (front) 3 Mounting bracket (rear) 4 Mounting tab

To install a virtual media key, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 31).

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Align the mounting bracket on the rear of the virtual media key with the mounting tab and slide it down the tab onto the virtual medial key connector on the system board. Press the virtual media key down into the connector until it is firmly seated on the system board.

you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to

If “Completing the installation” on page 100.

Removing a memory module (DIMM)

To remove a DIMM, complete the following steps.

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1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables.

3. Slide the server out of the rack.

4. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

5. If riser-card assembly 1 contains one or more adapters, remove it (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42).

6. Remove the air baffle over the DIMMs (see “Removing the DIMM air baffle” on page 52).

Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM

connectors, open and close the clips gently.

7. Open the retaining clip 2 on each end of the DIMM connector and lift the DIMM 1 from the connector.

8. If you are instructed to return the DIMM, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

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Installing a memory module

The following notes describe the types of dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) that the server supports and other information that you must consider when installing DIMMs:

1 Microprocessor 2 2 Microprocessor 1

v The server supports only industry-standard double-data-rate 3 (DDR3), 800,

1066, or 1333 MHz, PC3-10600R-999 (single-rank or dual-rank), registered, synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) with error correcting code (ECC). See http://www.lenovo.com/ thinkserver/

for a list of supported memory modules for the server.

v The server supports a maximum of 16 single-rank or dual-rank DIMMs. v The server supports three single-rank or dual-rank DIMMs per channel. The

following table shows an example of the maximum amount of memory that you can install, using ranked DIMMs.

Table 7. Maximum memory installation using ranked DIMMs

Number of DIMMs Number of ranks DIMM size Total memory

16 Single rank 4 GB 64 GB 16 Dual rank 4 GB 64 GB 16 Dual rank 8 GB (if available) 128 GB

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v The specifications of a DDR3 DIMM are on a label on the DIMM, in the following

format. ggg eRxff-PC3-wwwwwm-aa-bb-cc where:

ggg is the total capacity of the DIMM (for example, 1GB, 2GB, or 4GB) e is the number of ranks

1 = single-rank 2 = dual-rank 4 = quad-rank

ff is the device organization (bit width)

4 = x4 organization (4 DQ lines per SDRAM) 8 = x8 organization 16 = x16 organization

wwwww is the DIMM bandwidth, in MBps

6400 = 6.40 GBps (PC3-800 SDRAMs, 8-byte primary data bus) 8500 = 8.53 GBps (PC3-1066 SDRAMs, 8-byte primary data bus) 10600 = 10.66 GBps (PC3-1333 SDRAMs, 8-byte primary data bus) 12800 = 12.80 GBps PC3-1600 SDRAMs, 8-byte primary data bus)

m is the DIMM type

E = Unbuffered DIMM (UDIMM) with ECC (x72-bit module data bus) R = Registered DIMM (RDIMM) U = Unbuffered DIMM with no ECC (x64-bit primary data bus)

aa is the CAS latency, in clocks at maximum operating frequency

bb is the JEDEC SPD Revision Encoding and Additions level cc is the reference design file for the design of the DIMM d is the revision number of the reference design of the DIMM

v The following rules apply to single-rank and dual-rank DDR3 DIMM speed as it

relates to the number of DIMMs in a channel: – When you install 1 DIMM per channel, the memory runs at 1333 MHz – When you install 2 DIMMs per channel, the memory runs at 1066 MHz – When you install 3 DIMMs per channel, the memory runs at 800 MHz – All channels in a server run at the fastest common frequency. – Mixing registered and unbuffered DIMMs is not supported.

The DIMM options that are available for the server are 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8

GB (when available). The server supports a minimum of 1 GB and a maximum of 128 GB of system memory.

For 32-bit operating systems only: Some memory is reserved for various

system resources and is unavailable to the operating system. The amount of memory that is reserved for system resources depends on the operating system, the configuration of the server, and the configured PCI devices.

v A minimum of one DIMM must be installed for each microprocessor. For

example, you must install a minimum of two DIMMs if the server has two microprocessors. However, to improve system performance, install a minimum of three DIMMs for each microprocessor.

v The maximum operating speed of the server is determined by the slowest DIMM

in the server.

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DIMM installation sequence

The server requires at least one DIMM per microprocessor. The server comes with a minimum of two 1 GB DIMMs, installed in connectors 3 and 6. (Connectors 3 and 6 are the farthest connectors for channels 0 and 1 of microprocessor 1.) When you install additional DIMMs, install them in the order shown in Table 8, to maintain performance.

Important: If you have configured the server to use memory mirroring, do not use

the order in Table 8; go to “Memory mirroring” and use the installation order shown there.

Table 8. DIMM installation sequence for non-mirroring (normal) mode

Installed microprocessors DIMM connector population sequence

Microprocessor socket 1 Install the DIMMs in the following sequence: 3, 6, 8, 2, 5, 7,

Microprocessor socket 2 Install the DIMMs in the following sequence: 11, 14, 16, 10,

Memory mirroring

Memory-mirroring mode replicates and stores data on two pairs of DIMMs within two channels simultaneously. If a failure occurs, the memory controller switches from the primary pair of memory DIMMs to the backup pair of DIMMs. You must enable memory mirroring through the Setup utility. For details about enabling memory mirroring, see “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 104. When you use the memory mirroring feature, consider the following information:

v When you use memory mirroring, you must install a pair of DIMMs at a time.

v Channel 2, DIMM connectors 8 ,7, 15, and 16 are not used in memory-mirroring

v The maximum available memory is reduced to half of the installed memory when

1, 4

13, 15, 9, 12

One DIMM must be in channel 0, and the mirroring DIMM must be in the same connector in channel 1. The two DIMMs in each pair must be identical in size, type, rank (single, dual, or quad), and organization. They do not have to be identical in speed. The channels run at the speed of the slowest DIMM in any of the channels. See Table 10 on page 68 for the DIMM connectors that are in each pair.

mode.

memory mirroring is enabled. For example, if you install 64 GB of memory, only 32 GB of addressable memory is available when you use memory mirroring.

The following illustration shows the memory channel interface layout with the DIMM installation sequence for mirroring mode. The numbers within the boxes indicate the DIMM population sequence in pairs within the channels, and the numbers next to the boxes indicate the DIMM connectors within the channels. For example, the following illustration shows that the first pair of DIMMs (indicated by ones (1) inside the boxes) should be installed in DIMM connector 3 on channel 0 and DIMM connector 6 on channel 1. DIMM connectors 7, 8, 15, and 16 on channel 2 are not used in memory-mirroring mode.

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Figure 1. Memory channel interface layout

The following table lists the DIMM connectors on each memory channel.

Table 9. Connectors on each memory channel

Memory channel DIMM connectors

Channel 0 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11 Channel 1 4, 5, 6, 12, 13, 14 Channel 2 7, 8, 15, 16

The following illustration shows the memory connector layout that is associated with each microprocessor. For example, DIMM connectors 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 (DIMM connectors are shown underneath the boxes) are associated with microprocessor 2 socket (CPU2) and DIMM connectors 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 are associated with microprocessor 1 socket (CPU1). The numbers within the boxes indicate the installation sequence of the DIMM pairs. For example, the first DIMM pair (indicated within the boxes by ones (1)) should be installed in DIMM connectors 3 and 6, which are associated with microprocessor 1 (CPU1).

Note: You can install DIMMs for microprocessor 2 as soon as you install

microprocessor 2; you do not have to wait until all of the DIMM connectors for microprocessor 1 are filled.

Figure 2. Memory connectors associated with each microprocessor

The following table lists the installation sequence for installing DIMMs in memory-mirroring mode.

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Table 10. Memory-mirroring mode DIMM population sequence

DIMMs

First pair of DIMMs 1 3, 6 Second pair of DIMMs 1 2, 5 Third pair of DIMMs 1 1, 4 Fourth pair of DIMMs 2 14, 11 Fifth pair of DIMMs 2 13, 10 Sixth pair of DIMMs 2 12, 9

Note: DIMM connectors 7, 8, 15, and 16 are not used in memory-mirroring mode.

When you install or remove DIMMs, the server configuration information changes. When you restart the server, the system displays a message that indicates that the memory configuration has changed.

Installing a DIMM

To install a DIMM, complete the following steps.

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and

3. Remove the server cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

Number of installed microprocessors DIMM connector

on page 33.

all external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 31).

1 DIMM air baffle 2 PCI riser-card assembly 1

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4. If PCI riser-card assembly 1 contains one or more adapters, remove riser-card assembly 1 (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42).

5. Remove the DIMM air baffle (see “Removing the DIMM air baffle” on page 52).

Attention: To avoid breaking the retaining clips or damaging the DIMM

connectors, open and close the clips gently.

6. Open the retaining clip 2 on each end of the DIMM connector.

7. Touch the static-protective package that contains the DIMM to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the DIMM from the package.

8. Turn the DIMM so that the DIMM keys align correctly with the connector.

9. Insert the DIMM into the connector 1 by aligning the edges of the DIMM with the slots at the ends of the DIMM connector. Firmly press the DIMM straight down into the connector by applying pressure on both ends of the DIMM simultaneously. The retaining clips snap into the locked position when the DIMM is firmly seated in the connector.

Important: If there is a gap between the DIMM and the retaining clips, the

DIMM has not been correctly inserted; open the retaining clips, remove the DIMM, and then reinsert it.

10. Install the DIMM air baffle (see “Installing the DIMM air baffle” on page 53).

11. Install PCI riser-card assembly 2, if you removed it (see “Installing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 43).

If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.

If you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.

Removing a hot-swap power supply

Important: If the server has two power supplies, and if you remove either of them,

the server will not have redundant power; if the server power load then exceeds 675 W, the server might not start or might not function correctly.

To remove a power supply, complete the following steps.

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1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. If only one power supply is installed, turn off the server and peripheral devices.

3. Disconnect the power cord from the power supply that you are removing.

4. Grasp the power-supply handle.

5. Press the orange release latch to the left and hold it in place.

6. Pull the power supply 1 part of the way out of the bay, then release the latch and support the power supply as you pull it the rest of the way out of the bay.

7. If you are instructed to return the power supply, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.

Installing a hot-swap power supply

The server supports a maximum of two hot-swap ac power supplies.

Statement 5:

Statement 8:

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CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached.

1 Power supply filler panel 2 Hot-swap power supply 2

Attention: During normal operation, each power-supply bay must contain either a

power supply or power-supply filler 1 for proper cooling.

To install a power supply, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Remove the power-supply blank from the empty power-supply bay by pinching the side clip and pulling the power-supply blank from the bay. Save the power-supply blank in case you remove the power supply at a later time.

3. Slide the ac power supply into the bay until the retention latch clicks into place.

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4. Connect the power cord for the new ac power supply to the power-cord connector on the power supply.

The following illustration shows the ac power-supply connectors 1 on the rear of the server.

5. Route the power cord through the power-supply handle and through any cable clamps on the rear of the server, to prevent the power cord from being accidentally pulled out when you slide the server in and out of the rack.

6. Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet.

7. Make sure that the error LED on the power supply is not lit, and that the dc power LED and ac power LED on the power supply are lit, indicating that the power supply is operating correctly.

If you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.

Removing a hot-swap fan

The server comes with three replaceable fans.

Attention: To ensure proper server operation, if a fan fails, replace it immediately.

Have a replacement fan ready to install as soon as you remove the failed fan.

To remove a replaceable fan, complete the following steps.

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Leave the server connected to power.

3. Slide the server out of the rack and remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37). The LED near the failing fan will be lit.

Attention: To ensure proper system cooling, do not remove the top cover for

more than two minutes during this procedure.

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4. Lift the fan out of the server, holding the vertical tabs 1.

5. Replace the fan within 30 seconds (see “Installing a hot-swap fan”).

If you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.

Installing a hot-swap fan

The server comes with three replaceable double-fans. For proper cooling, the server requires that all three fans be installed at all times.

Attention: To ensure proper server operation, if a fan fails, replace it immediately.

Have a replacement fan ready to install as soon as you remove the failed fan.

The fans use system-board fan connectors 2, 4, and 6 only. Table 11 lists the fan connector on the system board for each double-fan. See “System-board internal connectors” on page 24 for the locations of the fan connectors.

Table 11. Fan connectors on the system board

Fan number System board fan connector

1 2 2 4 3 6

To install any of the three replaceable fans, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. If you have not done so already, slide the server out of the rack and remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

Attention: To ensure proper system cooling, do not remove the top cover for

more than two minutes during this procedure.

3. Orient the new fan over its position in the fan bracket 1 so that the connector on the bottom aligns with the fan connector on the system board.

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4. Align the vertical tabs on the fan with the slots on the fan cage bracket.

5. Push the new fan into the fan connector on the system board. Press down on the top surface of the fan to seat the fan fully.

If you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.

Removing the fan bracket

To replace some components or to create working room, you might have to remove the fan-bracket assembly.

Note: To remove or install a fan, it is not necessary to remove the fan bracket. See

“Removing a hot-swap fan” on page 72 and “Installing a hot-swap fan” on page 73.

To remove the fan bracket, complete the following steps.

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1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables.

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Remove the fans (see “Removing a hot-swap fan” on page 72).

5. Remove the PCI riser-card assemblies and the DIMM air baffle (see “Removing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 42 and “Removing the DIMM air baffle” on page 52).

6. Press the fan-bracket release latches 1toward each other to release the pins

2 and lift the fan bracket out of the server.

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Installing the fan bracket

To install the fan bracket, complete the following steps.

1. Lower the fan bracket into the chassis.

2. Align the holes in the bottom of the bracket with the pins 2 in the bottom of the chassis.

3. Press the bracket into position until the fan-bracket release levers 1 click into place.

4. Replace the fans (see “Installing a hot-swap fan” on page 73).

5. Replace the PCI riser-card assemblies and the DIMM air baffle (see “Installing a PCI riser-card assembly” on page 43 and “Installing the DIMM air baffle” on page 53).

6. Install the cover (see “Completing the installation” on page 100).

7. Slide the server into the rack.

8. Reconnect the external cables; then, reconnect the power cords and turn on the peripheral devices and the server.

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Removing the SAS riser card and controller assembly

To remove the SAS riser-card and controller assembly from the server, complete the steps for the applicable server model.

v 12-drive-capable server model:

1 SAS riser card 2 SAS controller 3 Release tab

1. Press the assembly release latch toward the rear of the server and lift that end of the SAS controller assembly a little. Place your fingers underneath the upper portion of the SAS riser card and lift the assembly from the system board.

2. Lift the assembly out of the server.

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v Tape-enabled server model:

1. Press down on the assembly release latch 2 and lift up on the tab to release the SAS controller assembly, which includes the SAS riser card 1, from the system board.

2. Lift the front and back edges of the assembly to remove the assembly from the server.

Installing the SAS riser card and controller assembly

To install the SAS riser-card and controller assembly in the server, complete the steps for the applicable server model.

v 12-drive-capable server model:

1 SAS controller front retention bracket 2 SAS riser card 3 SAS controller 4 Alignment post

1. Place the front end of the SAS controller in the front retention bracket and align the SAS riser card with the SAS riser-card connector on the system board.

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2. Press down on the SAS riser card and the rear edge of the SAS controller until the SAS riser card is firmly seated and the SAS controller card retention latch clicks into place.

v Tape-enabled server model:

1. Align the pins on the back side of the SAS riser card 2 with the slots on the server chassis 4.

2. Make sure that any tape drive cables are routed correctly underneath the SAS riser card. For information about the cable routing, see “Installing a tape drive” on page 91.

3. Press the SAS controller assembly into place. Make sure that the SAS riser card is firmly seated and that the release latch 3 and retention latch 1 hold the assembly securely.

If you have other devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.

Removing a SAS controller from the SAS riser card

A SAS controller is installed in a dedicated slot on the SAS riser card.

Important: If you have installed a 4-disk-drive optional expansion device in a

12-drive-capable server, the SAS controller is installed in a PCI riser-card assembly and is installed and removed the same way as any other PCI adapter. Do not use the instructions in this topic; use the instructions in “Installing a PCI adapter” on page 56 and “Removing a PCI adapter” on page 54.

Depending on the server model, the server comes with a ServeRAID-BR10i SAS/SATA controller or a ServeRAID-MR10i SAS/SATA controller installed.

You can replace the SAS controller with another supported SAS controller. For a list of supported RAID controllers, see http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver

Note: For brevity, in this documentation the ServeRAID SAS controller is often

referred to as SAS controller.

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To remove the SAS controller from a SAS riser card, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables (see “Turning off the server” on page 31).

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Locate the SAS riser-card and controller assembly near the left front corner of the server.

5. Disconnect the SAS signal cables from the connectors on the SAS controller.

6. Remove the SAS controller assembly, which includes the SAS riser card, from the server (see “Removing the SAS riser card and controller assembly” on page

77).

12-drive-capable server model:

1 SAS riser card 2 SAS controller 3 Release tab

Tape-enabled server model:

7. Press down the retention bracket 2 and pull the SAS controller horizontally 1 out of the connector on the SAS riser card 3.

8. If you are replacing the SAS controller with another supported SAS controller, continue with “Installing a SAS controller on the SAS riser card” on page 81.

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Installing a SAS controller on the SAS riser card

Important: If you have installed a 4-disk-drive optional expansion device in a

To install a SAS controller on the SAS riser card, complete the following steps:

1. Make sure that the server is turned off, all external cables and power cords are disconnected, and the cover has been removed.

2. If you are installing a new or replacement SAS controller, touch the static-protective package that contains the new SAS controller to any unpainted metal surface on the server. Then, remove the SAS controller from the package.

1 SAS riser card 2 RAID adapter

3. If you are installing a new or replacement SAS controller that uses a battery, complete the following steps:

a. Remove the battery from the SAS controller package or the battery

package.

b. Install the battery and connect the battery to the SAS controller as instructed

in the documentation that comes with the SAS controller or the battery.

If the new SAS controller is a different physical size than the SAS controller you

4. removed, you might have to move the controller retention bracket (tape-enabled model servers only) to the correct location for the new SAS controller. See “Moving the SAS-controller retention bracket” on page 82; then, continue with the next step in this procedure.

5. Turn the SAS controller so that the keys on the bottom edge align correctly with the connector on the SAS riser card in the SAS controller assembly.

6. Firmly press the SAS controller horizontally into the connector on the SAS riser card.

7. (Tape-enabled model server only) Gently press the opposite edge of the SAS controller into the controller retention bracket.

8. Install the SAS riser card and controller assembly (see “Installing the SAS riser card and controller assembly” on page 78).

If you have other optional devices to install or remove, do so now. Otherwise, go to “Completing the installation” on page 100.

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Notes:

1. When you restart the server for the first time after you install a SAS controller with a battery, the monitor screen remains blank while the controller initializes the battery. This might take a few minutes, after which the startup process continues. This is a one-time occurrence.

Important: You must allow the initialization process to be completed. If you do

not, the battery pack will not work, and the server might not start. The battery comes partially charged, at 30% or less of capacity. Run the server

for 4 to 6 hours to fully charge the controller battery. The LED just above the battery on the controller remains lit until the battery is fully charged.

Until the battery is fully charged, the controller firmware sets the controller cache to write-through mode; after the battery is fully charged, the controller firmware re-enables write-back mode.

2. When you restart the server, you will be given the opportunity to import the existing RAID configuration to the new SAS controller.

Moving the SAS-controller retention bracket

Note: This procedure applies only to servers that have the following SAS riser card

installed.

1 USB connector 2 PCI Express RAID adapter 3 SATA tape signal 4 Tape drive power 5 SAS controller error LED 6 USB tape

To move the SAS-controller retention bracket to a different position to accommodate the dimensions of the current SAS controller, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Make sure that the server and all peripheral devices are turned off and that the power cords and all external cables are disconnected.

3. Remove the SAS riser-card assembly from the server (see “Removing the SAS riser card and controller assembly” on page 77).

4. Remove the RAID controller from the SAS riser card.

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1 RAID controller 2 Retention bracket 3 SAS riser card

5. Remove the retention bracket from the current location: a. Pinch the bottoms of both bracket posts and push the posts up out of the

SAS riser-card assembly.

b. Rotate the bracket 2 to free the bracket tab from the slot on the SAS

riser-card assembly 1.

Install the retention bracket in the new location on the SAS riser-card assembly:

a. Insert the bracket tab 2 into the slot on the SAS riser-card assembly1. b. Rotate the bracket so that the bracket posts align with the holes in the SAS

riser-card assembly.

c. Press the posts through the holes in the SAS riser-card assembly until they

click into place.

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d. Install the SAS controller on the SAS riser card (see “Installing a SAS

controller on the SAS riser card” on page 81).

e. Install the riser-card assembly in the server (see “Installing the SAS riser

card and controller assembly” on page 78).

f. Connect the power cords and all external cables, and turn on the server and

peripheral devices.

Removing a SAS controller battery from the remote battery tray

To remove a SAS controller battery from the remote battery tray, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information that begins on page “Safety” on page vii and “Installation guidelines” on page 33.

2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect all power cords and external cables.

3. Remove the cover (see “Removing the cover” on page 37).

4. Locate the remote battery tray in the server and remove the battery that you want to replace:

a. Remove the battery retention clip 2 from the tabs 1 that secure the

battery 4 to the remote battery tray 3.

b. Lift the battery and battery carrier from the tray and carefully disconnect the

remote battery cable from the interposer card on the SAS controller.

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