NEC N8800-103F, EXP320HR, 320Fc-MR, Express5800 User Manual

NEC Express5800 Series

N8800-103F, EXP320HR
NEC Express5800/320Fc-MR

User's Guide (Setup)

N8800-103F, EXP320HR

NEC Express5800/320Fc-MR

User's Guide (Setup)

1st Edition

7-2007

856-126614-903-A

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Keep this User's Guide handy for quick reference when necessary.

Safety Indications

To use NEC Express5800 series safely, follow the instructions in this User's Guide.
This guide explains components that pose a danger, types of dangers caused by failing to follow the

instructions, and actions taken to prevent them; such components are labeled warning.
This guide and warning labels use “WARNING” and “CAUTION” to indicate a danger depending on

the degree. These terms are defined as follows:

WARNING

Indicates a danger that could lead to a death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a danger that could lead to a burn, other injuries or damage to
physical assets.

This guide uses the following three types of symbols to give indications and precautions against a
danger. They are defined as follows:

Indicates that there is a risk of a danger. Each image symbolizes a particular type of
danger. (Attention)

Indicates what you must not do. Each image symbolizes a particular type of
prohibition. (Prohibited actions)

Indicates what you must do. Each image symbolizes a particular type of action
necessary to avoid a danger. (Mandatory actions)

(Example)

Symbol to draw attention

Term indicating a degree of danger

CAUTION

High temperature.

Immediately after the power-off, system components such as hard disk are
very hot. Wait the server to cool down completely before adding/removing
some component.

Symbol indicating a prohibited
action (may not always be
indicated)

Description of a danger

Symbols and its descriptions used in this User’s Guide and warning labels are as follows:

Attention

Indicates a risk of an electric shock.

Indicates a risk of a personal injury due to heat.

Indicates a risk of catching your fingers.

Indicates a risk of a fire or smoke.

Indicates a general precaution or warning that is not defined herein.

Indicates a risk of losing eyesight due to laser beam.

Indicates a risk of an explosion.

Indicates a risk of a personal injury.

Prohibited actions

Indicates a general prohibition that is not defined herein.

Do no touch the indicated area. There is a risk of an electric shock or fire.

Do not touch with wet hands. There is a risk of an electric shock.

Keep from flame. There is a risk of a fire.

Avoid using water or liquid nearby. If it spills on the equipment, there is a risk of an
electric shock or fire.

Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the equipment. There is a risk of an electric
shock or fire.

Mandatory actions

Unplug the server. There is a risk of an electric shock or fire.

Indicates a general action to take that is not defined herein. Make sure to follow the
instructions.

For detailed notes to set up the machine safely, refer to “NOTES FOR SAFE HANDLING” on page
1-2.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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This class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel
brouilleur du Canada.

This system is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. This label id located on
the internal DVD-ROM installed in your system.

NOTE: This product provides resistance against hardware faults with its redundant hardware

modules. However, this does not mean complete fault-tolerance is assured. For example,
there is a risk of system down when:
– A fatal fault occurs in software.
– Both modules within a r edundant hardware pair break down.
– A fatal fault occurs in a non-redundant component, such as the clock generator circuitry

or the interconnect backplane.

– The entire system is cut off from AC power.

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

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Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard x64 edition operating system and Microsoft Windows

Server 2003 R2 Enterprise x64 Edition operating system or Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Enterprise x64 Edition operating system are called Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition for short.
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 32-bit Standard Edition operating system, Microsoft Windows
Server 2003 R2 32-bit Enterprise Edition operating system, Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Standard Edition operating system and Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition
operating system are called Windows Server 2003 for short. Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
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operating system are called Windows XP for short. Microsoft Windows NT Server network
operating system version 3.51/4.0 and Microsoft Windows NT Workstation operating system
version 3.51/4.0 are called Windows NT for short. Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Operating System is called Windows Me for short. Microsoft Windows 98 operating system is
called Windows 98 for short. Microsoft Windows 95 operating system is called Windows 95 for
short. Names used with sample applications are all fictitious. They are unrelated to any existing
product names, names of organizations, or individual names.

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Notes:

(1) No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without prior written permission of

NEC Corporation.
(2) The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
(3) The contents of this manual shall not be copied or altered without prior written permission of

NEC Corporation.
(4) All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of all information in this manual. If you find

any part unclear, incorrect, or omitted in this manual, contact the sales agent where you

purchased this product.
(5) NEC assumes no liability arising from the use of this product, nor any liability for incidental or

consequential damage arising from the use of this manual regardless of (4) above.

© NEC Corporation 2007

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Preface

Welcome to the NEC Express5800/ft series.
NEC Express5800/ft series is a “fault-tolerant (ft)” server focusing on “high reliability” in terms of

fault-tolerance, in addition to “high performance,” “scalability,” and “general versatility” provided
by NEC Express5800 series. In the event of trouble, its dual configuration will allow the system to
instantaneously isolate the failed parts to assure non-stop running; operation will be moved
smoothly from one module to the other, minimizing damage to it. You can use NEC Express5800/ft
series in a mission-critical system where high availability is required. By the use of Windows Server
2003 operating system, it also provides outstanding openness for general-purpose applications, etc.

To make the best use of these features, read this User's Guide thoroughly to understand how to
operate NEC Express5800/ft series.

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About This User’s Guide

This User's Guide helps a user to properly setup and use the product. Consult this guide when you
set up the product.

Keep this manual and the separate volume of User’s Guide handy.
This User's Guide is intended for users who have a goo d kn owl edge on the basic use of Windows

operating systems and general I/O devices such as a keyboard and mouse.

How to Use This User's Guide

This guide explains the procedures you should perform before you begin system operation after you
purchased the product. Read the guide in order from Chapter 1. If you perform procedures
according to this guide, you will set up the product properly.

Chapter 4 describes how to install the operating system. Chapter 5 describes post-install a t i on
procedures. Chapter 6 explains how to troubleshoot if you cannot set up the product properly. Refer
to “SYSTEM REPAIR” on page 6-2 for details about system configurations and repairs of this
product. Refer to “TROUBLESHOOTING” on page 6-13 if you feel you failed to set up the
product.

See this User’s Guide for details of this product’s operation, and functions and operations of the
hardware and the system.

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Additional symbols

The following symbols are used throughout this User's Guide in addition to the caution symbols
described at the beginning.

TIMPORTANT:T

Important points or instructions to keep in mind when using the
server or software

TCHECK:T

Something you need to make sure when using the server or
software

TTIPS:T

Helpful information, something useful to know

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About our Web Service

Information on NEC Express5800/ft series including modification modules is also available on our
web site, NEC Express5800 Web Site Asia Pacific, at

HTUhttp://www.nec.co.jp/express/index.htmlUTH

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Contents

Preface...............................................................................................................................................iii

About This User’s Guide ................................................................................................................. iv

How to Use This User's Guide.......................................................................................................iv

Additional symbols.........................................................................................................................v

About our Web Service...................................................................................................................v

CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USING ....................................................................................... 1-1

NOTES FOR SAFE HANDLING.................................................................................................1-2

Warning Labels............................................................................................................................1-2

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY...................................................................................................1-3

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY...................................................................................................1-4

General.........................................................................................................................................1-4

Use of Power Supply and Power Cord.........................................................................................1-5

Installation, Relocation, Storage and Connection........................................................................1-6

Cleaning and Handling of Internal Devices.................................................................................1-7

During Operation.........................................................................................................................1-8

Rack-mount Model......................................................................................................................1-9

UNPACKAGING.........................................................................................................................1-11

Accessories ................................................................................................................................1-11

CHAPTER 2 ABOUT OPERA TING S YSTEM................................................................ 2-1

INSTALLING Windows Server 2003...........................................................................................2-2

About OS Installation ..................................................................................................................2-2

CHAPTER 3 INSTALLING SERVER.............................................................................. 3-1

INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................................3-2

Rack-mount Model......................................................................................................................3-2

Installing the device to the rack ~N8140-74/92/93/94/98/99~.....................................................3-5

Unmounting the device from the rack ~N8140-74/92/93/94/98/99~.........................................3-12

Connect peripheral devices to NEC Express5800/ft series........................................................3-13

CHAPTER 4 WINDOWS SETUP.................................................................................... 4-1

SETUP FLOW................................................................................................................................ 4-3

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Step 1: Things Required for Setup...............................................................................................4-4

Size of the Partition to be Created...............................................................................................4-6

Step 2: Prepare for Express Setup................................................................................................4-7

2-1: Prepare NEC Express5800/ft series......................................................................................4-7

Step 3: Disable OS Boot Monitoring Function............................................................................4-9

Step 4: Start the Express Setup...................................................................................................4-15

Flow of Setup Procedures..........................................................................................................4-16

Setup Procedures .......................................................................................................................4-17

Step 5: Windows Setup Wizard..................................................................................................4-21

Step 6: Windows Server 2003 Service Pack Installation ..........................................................4-22

Step 7: Set Dual LAN Configuration..........................................................................................4-23

Overview ...................................................................................................................................4-23

NEC Express5800/ft Series Duplication Rule...........................................................................4-24

Dual Configuration Setup..........................................................................................................4-24

Step 8: Set Dual Disk Configuration..........................................................................................4-29

Setting Dual Disk Configuration by RDR (Rapid Disk Resync) function.................................4-29

Step 9: Update Software..............................................................................................................4-35

Step 10: Connect and Configure Options..................................................................................4-36

Step 11: Create Volume...............................................................................................................4-37

Step 12: Set Network for NEC ESMPRO Agent.......................................................................4-38

Step 13: Enable OS Boot Monitoring Function.........................................................................4-40

Step 14: Make Settings for Failure Management......................................................................4-41

Set Memory Dump (Debug Information)..................................................................................4-41

Set Dr. Watson...........................................................................................................................4-46

Install a Network Monitor .........................................................................................................4-47

Set Recovery Console................................................................................................................4-48

Step 15: Back up System Information........................................................................................4-49

CHAPTER 5 PROCEDURES AFTER COMPLETION OF INSTALLATION...................5-1

INSTALLING MANAGEMENT UTILITIES............................................................................5-2

System Update.............................................................................................................................5-2

NEC ESMPRO Agent..................................................................................................................5-3

NEC ESMPRO Manager...........................................................................................................5-12

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CONFIRMATION OF THE ft Server Control Software VERSION......................................5-13

APPLYING Windows Service Pack...........................................................................................5-14

Notes to apply the Windows Service Pack ................................................................................5-14

Applying Windows Service Pack ..............................................................................................5-14

COMPRESSING A SYSTEM DRIVE.......................................................................................5-15

ABOUT Windows Update (APLYING SECURITY PATCHES)............................................5-15

CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................. 6-1

SYSTEM REPAIR.........................................................................................................................6-2

Preparation...................................................................................................................................6-4

Starting up Recovery Console......................................................................................................6-5

Updating the System....................................................................................................................6-8

Installing ft Server Control Software.........................................................................................6-12

TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................................................6-13

Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER................................................................................6-13

Problems with Windows Setup..................................................................................................6-14

About the Express Setup............................................................................................................6-16

Problems with NEC ESMPRO Setup........................................................................................6-17

Problems with System Repair....................................................................................................6-18

APPENDIX A ABOUT SERVICES .................................................................................A-1

Chapter 1

Before Using

This chapter includes information necessary for proper and safe operation of the server, the main
unit and its accessories. Go through this chapter before you start setup of the prod uct.

1-2 Before Using

NOTES FOR SAFE HANDLING

The following section describes necessary information to use the product properly and safely.

Warning Labels

Warning labels are placed in certain parts of the system so that the user stays alert to possible risks
(Do not remove or damage these labels).

If some label is missing, about to peel off, or illegible, contact your sales agent.
The figures below show locations of the l abels on the server.

Front of device

Before Using 1-3

Inside of device

1-4 Before Using

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFETY

This section provides precautions for using the server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure
proper and safe use of the server. For symbol meanings, see “Safety Indications” described in the
previous section.

General

WARNING

Do not use the server in an operation where human lives ar e invo lved or hi gh rel iab ilit y
is required.

This equipment is not intended for use in controlling or use with facilities or systems
where human lives are involved or high reliability is required, includin g medical devices
or nuclear, aerospace, transportation, and traffic control facilities. NEC assumes no
liability for any accidents or damage to physical assets resulting from the use of this
equipment in such systems or facilities.

Do not continue to use the server if you detect smoke, odor, or noise.
If the server emits smoke, odor, or noise, immediately flip off the POWER switch,

unplug the cords, and contact your sales agent. There is a risk of a fire.

Do not insert a wire or metal object.
Do not insert a wire or metal objects into a vent or disk drive slot. There is a risk of an

electric shock.

CAUTION

Prevent water or foreign objects from getting into the server.
Do not let water or foreign objects (e.g., pins or paper clips) enter the server. There is

a risk of a fire, electric shock, and breakdown. When such t hings acci dentally enter th e
server, immediately turn off the power and unplug the cords. Contact your sales agent
instead of trying to disassemble it yourself.

Before Using 1-5

Use of Power Supply and Power Cord

WARNING

Do not handle power plugs with a wet hand.
Do not plug/unplug power cords with a wet hand. There is a risk of an electric shock.

Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.
Never connect the ground wire to a gas pipe. There is a risk of a gas explosion.

CAUTION

Do not plug the cords in nonconforming outlets.
Use wall outlets with specified voltage and power type. There is a risk of a fire or

current leakage.
Avoid installing the server where you may need extension cords. If the cords do not

meet the power specifications, there is a risk of overheating that could lead to a fire.

Do not plug too many cords in a single outlet.
If the rated current is exceeded, there is a risk of overheating that could lead to a fire.

Do not plug the cords insecurely.
Insert the plug firmly into an outlet. There is a risk of heat or fire due to poor contact. If

dust settles on the slots and it absorbs moisture, there is also a risk of heat or fire.

Do not use nonconforming power cords.
AC cord is to spend the thing of the next specifications:

You also have to observe the following prohibitions to prevent an electric shock or fire
caused by damage to the cords.

 Do not pull on the cords.
 Do not pinch the cords.
 Do not bend the cords.
 Keep chemicals away from the cords.
 Do not twist the cords.
 Do not place any object on the cords.
 Do not use cords as bundled.
 Do not alter, modify, or repair the cords.
 Do not staple the cords.
 Do not use any damaged cord. (Replace it with a new one of the same

specifications. For replacement procedures, contact your sales agent.)

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Installation, Relocation, Storage and Connection

CAUTION

Do not install the server in an unsuitable place.
Install the server in such a place as specified in this User's Guide. Avoid the

following locations. There is a risk of a fire.

 a dusty place
 a humid place located near a boiler, etc
 a place exposed to direct sunlight
 an unstable place

Do not use or store this product in a corrosive environment.
Avoid the usage or storage of this product in an environment which may be

exposed to corrosive gases, such as those including but not limited to :
sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, chlorine, ammonia and/or ozone.
Avoid installing NEC Express5800/ft series in a dusty environment or one that may
be exposed to corrosive materials such as sodium chloride and/or sulfur.
Avoid installing this product in an environment that may have excessive metal
flakes or conductive particles in the air.
Such environments may cause corrosion or short circuits within this product,
resulting in not only damage to this product, but may even lead to be a fire hazard.
If there are any concerns regarding the environment at the planned site of
installation or storage, please contact your sales agent.

Do not use any non-designated interface cable.
Use only interface cables designated by NEC; identify which component or

connector to attach beforehand. If you use a wrong cable or make a wrong
connection, there is a risk of short-circuit that could lead to a fire.

You also have to observe the following prohibitions about handlin g and connecting
interface cables:

 Do not use any damaged cabl e connector.
 Do not step on the cable.
 Do not place any object on the cable.
 Do not use the server with loose cable conne c tions.
 Do not use damaged cables.

Before Using 1-7

Cleaning and Handling of Internal Devices

WARNING

Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.
Unless described herein, never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the server.

There is a risk of an electric shock or fire as well as malfunction.

Do not look into the DVD-ROM drive.
The DVD-ROM drive uses a laser beam. Do not look or insert a mirror inside while the

system is on. A laser beam is invisible; if your eyes get exposed to it, there is a risk of
losing eyesight.

Do not detach a lithium battery yourself.
This equipment has a lithium battery. Do not detach it yourself. If the battery is

exposed to fire or water, it could explode.
When the lithium battery is running down and the server does not work correctly,
contact your sales agent instead of disassembling, replacing or recharging it yourself.

Disconnect the power plugs before cleaning the server.
Even though built-in options for the server can be replaced while the power cords are

connected to power source, be sure to follow the instructions described in this User ’s
Guide. Do not touch any internal device of the server unless instructed by this User ’s
Guide. There is a risk of an electric shock.
Make sure to power off the server and disconnect the power plug from a power outlet
before cleaning or installing/removing internal optional devi ces. Touching an y internal
device of the server with its power cords connected to power source may cause an
electric shock even if the server is off-powered.
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet occasionally and clean t he plug with a dry
cloth. Heat will be generated if condensation is formed on a dusty plug, which may
cause a fire.

CAUTION

High temperature
Immediately after powering off the system, system components such as hard disk may

be very hot. Wait for the server to cool down completely before adding/removing
components.

Make sure to completely insert cables and boards.
Completely insert all power cords, interface cables and/or boards. An incompletely

inserted component may cause a contact failure, resulting in fire and/or smoke.

1-8 Before Using

CAUTION

Protect the unused connectors with the protective cap.
The unused power cord connectors are covered with the protective cap to prevent

short circuits and electrical hazards. When removing the power cord connector from
the internal devices, attach the protective cap to the connector. Failure to follow this
warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.

During Operation

CAUTION

Keep animals away.
Keep animals away from the server. Animal’s waste or hair may get inside the server

to cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not place any object on top of the server.
The object may fall off to cause injuries, damage to hardware and/or a fire.

Do not leave the DVD tray ejected.
Dust may get in the server to cause malfunction. The ejected tray may also become a

cause of injuries.

Do not touch the server when it thunders.
Unplug the server when it threatens to thunder. If it starts to thunder before you unplug

the server, do not touch the server or cables. There is a risk of a fire or electric shock.

Do not use a cellular phone or pager around the server.
Turn off your cellular phone or pager when you use the server. Their radio waves may

cause the server to malfunction.

Before Using 1-9

Rack-mount Model

WARNING

Do not install the server on a nonconforming rack.
Install the server on a 19-inch rack conforming to the EIA standard. Do not use the

server without a rack or install it on a nonconforming rack. The server may not function
properly, and there is a risk of damage to physical assets or injuries. For suitable
racks, contact your sales agent.

Do not use the server in an unsuitable place.
Do not install a server rack in an unsuitable environment.

Other systems also may be affected, and the rack may fall over to cause a fire or
injuries. For details about installation environment and quake-resistant engineering,
see the attached manual or contact your sales agent.

CAUTION

Be careful not to hurt your fingers.
Exercise great care not to hurt your fingers on the rail when you mount/dismount the

server into/from the rack.

Carry or install the server by more than 3 people.
To avoid a risk of injuries, users should not attempt to carry or install the server into a

rack. Installation should be performed by trained maintenance personnel.

Do not install the server in such a manner that its weight is imposed on a single place.
To distribute the weight, use stabilizers or attach two or more racks. Unstable rack

may fall down to cause injuries.

Do not assemble parts alone.
It takes at least two people to mount doors and trays to a rack. If you handle them

alone, you may drop some parts to cause a breakage or injuries.

Do not pull a device out of the rack if the rack is unstable.
Before pulling out a device, make sure that the rack is fixed (by stabilizers or

quake-resistant engineering).

Do not leave more than one device pulled out from the rack.
If you pull out more than one device, the rack may fall down. You can only pull out one

device at a time.

1-10 Before Using

CAUTION

Do not install excessive wiring.
To prevent burns, fires, and d amage to the server, make sure that the rated load of the

power branch circuit is not exceeded. For more information on installation and wiring
of power-related facilities, contact your electrician or local power company.

Do not pull out a device during operation.
Do not pull out or remove a device while it is running. T here is a risk of malfunction

and a device may be detached from a rack to cause injuries.

Before Using 1-11

UNPACKAGING

This product and various accessories are in the special shipping box. Take them out from the box
and check the individual items. Store the box and unused accessories in a safe place.

Accessories

This product is shipped with various accessories. See the packing list to make sure everything is
included and check the individual items. If any component is missing or damaged, contact your
sales agent.

 Keep the accessories in a safe place. You will need them when you perform setup,

addition of options, or replacement of failed components.

 To check NEC EXPRESSBUILDER components, see the attached list.
 Be sure to fill out and mail the software registration card that is shipped with the operating

system.

 Make backup copies of included floppy disks, if any. Keep the original disks as the master

disks; use these copies in operation.

 Improper use of an included floppy disk or CD-ROM may alter your system environment.

If you find something unclear, stop using them and contact your sales agent.

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Chapter 2

About Operating System

This chapter gives essential information on the Windows system supported by the server and how to
install it.

2-2 About Operating System

INSTALLING Windows Server 2003

For installing an operating system on NEC Express5800/ft series, use NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.

IMPORTANT:

The NEC Express5800/ft series is a precision instrument. You should ask maintenance
personnel to install it.

The Express Setup program is exclusively used for the NEC Express5800/ft series. To execute the
setup program, simply select the item [Express Setup] from the menu displayed when starting the
system through the provided CD-ROM "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.” The setup program
automatically performs the complete setups from hardware internal parameter/status settings to
installation of the operating system (Windows Server 2003) and various utilities.

Use the NEC Express5800/ft series setup program for the first installation and reinstallation of the
operating system. This program accomplishes complicate setups.

Before performing the NEC Express5800/ft series setup, contact your sales agent about the latest
release of ft Server Control Software.

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About OS Installation

Read the notes here carefully before installing the operating system.

Operating System Supported by the NEC Express5800/ft series

The operating system that NEC Express5800/ft series supports is Microsoft® Windows ServerTM
2003 R2 32-bit Enterprise Edition (English), hereinafter called "Windows Server 2003."

NEC Express5800/ft series does not support any operating systems other than the above (e.g.,
Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition, Windows 2000 or Windows NT 4.0).

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About Operating System 2-3

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About Windows Server 2003

Use the Express Setup program to install Windows Server 2003. Note the following at installation: 

IMPORTANT:

 Complete all the setups such as the memory expansion and the BIOS setting before

installing Wi ndows Server 2003.

 NEC software package, which is to be purchased separately, is also provided with the

documentation for installation. However, see this User's Guide for installation into this
server.

 After completing the Express Setup program, make settings for failure management (e.g.,

memory dump (debug information) setting) according to Chapter 4.

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About Auto Installation of Utilities

The Express Setup installs the following utilities automatically.

 Drivers and services for achieving duplicat ed operation
 NEC ESMPRO Agent

2-4 About Operating System

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Chapter 3

Installing Server

This chapter describes requirements for using the product properly and safely, the setup procedures
to make NEC Express5800/ft series ready for use, and how to connect peripherals.

3-2 Installing Server

INSTALLATION

This section describes installation of NEC Express5800/ft series.

Rack-mount Model

You can mount NEC Express5800/ft series on a rack that conforms to the EIA standards.

IMPORTANT:

NEC Express5800/ft series is a precision instrument. You should ask maintenance personnel
to install it.

Installing a rack

To install a rack, see the instruction that comes with the rack, or contact your sales agent or
maintenance personnel.

Space 40 cm or more on top, 1 m or more
on the front and rear, and 60 cm or more on
the right and left.

Room that can maintain the following
conditions:
[When operating]
Temperature: 10 to 35ºC*
Humidity: 20 to 80%
Temperature gradient: ±10ºC/hr
Atmospheric pressure: 749 to 1040hpa
[When not operating]
Temperature: 5 to 40ºC*
Humidity: 10 to 80%
Temperature gradient: ±15ºC/hr
Atmospheric pressure: 749 to 1040hpa

Wall outlet within the
reach of supplied power
cord.

100V - 120 V or 200V - 240 V
parallel bi-polar power outlet
with grounding

Level and reinforced
floor.

Place where the rack is
stabilized b

y

the stabilize

r

* It is recommended to use the server in a room where

temperature can be kept between 15 and 25ºC.

Installing Server 3-3

WARNING

Observe the following precautions to use the server safely. There is a risk of a
death or serious injury. For details, see “Notes for Safe Handling” in Chapter 1.

 Do not install the server in non-designated places.
 Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

CAUTION

Observe the following precautions to use the server safely. There is a risk of a
burn, personal injury, or damage to physical assets. For details, see “Notes for
Safe Handling” in Chapter 1.

 Do not carry or install a rack alone.
 Do not install a rack in such a manner that its weight is imposed on a single

place.

 Do not assemble or disassemble parts alone.
 Do not pull a device out of the rack if the rack is unstable.
 Do not leave more than one device pulled out from the rack.
 Do not install excessive wiring.

Do not install NEC Express5800/ft series in such places as listed below. If you locate racks or install
the server in such places, the server may malfunction.

 Place where you cannot pull out the components fully.
 Place that cannot sustain the total weight of the rack and its components.
 Place where you cannot use stabilizers or where you cannot perform installation without

quake-resistant engineering.

 Place whose floor is uneven or inclined.
 Place where temperatures change widely (near a heater, air conditioner, or refrigerator).
 Place that is subject to intense vibration.
 Place where corrosive gas (sodium chloride, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen

dioxide, or ozone)

is generated, or a place that is close to chemicals or exposed to chemicals.

 Place whose floor is covered with non-antistatic carpet.
 Place that may be subject to falling objects.
 Place that is close to some equipment that generates intense magnetic field (e.g., TV set,

radio, broadcasting/communications antenna, power transmission wire, and electromagnetic
crane). (If unavoidable, contact your sales agent to request proper shield construction.)

 Place where the power cords of the server must be connected to outlets that share the outlet

of another device with large power consumption.

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 Place that is close to some equipment that causes power noises (e.g., sparks caused by

power-on/off using a relay). If you must install the server close to such equipment, request
your sales agent for separate power cabling or noise filter installation.

Installing Server 3-5

Installing the device to the rack ~N8140-74/92/93/94/98/99~

Install this device to the rack.
Installing the device to our company’s racks (N8140-74/92/93/94/98/99) or to other company’s

racks is explained in this section.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions to use the server safely. There is a risk of a
death or serious injury. For details, see “Notes for Safe Handling” in Chapter 1.

 Do not use the product with the unspecified rack.
 Do not use the product at non-designated places.

CAUTION

Observe the following precautions to use the server safely. There is a risk of a
burn, personal injury, or damage to physical assets. For details, see “Notes for
Safe Handling” in Chapter 1.

 Do not install or remove a rack alone.
 Do not install the server with the cover removed.
 Do not squeeze your fingers in the product.

IMPORTANT:

Temperature increase inside the rack and airflow
If you install several components or the ventilation isn’t good inside the rack, the internal

temperature may increase due to heat emitted from the components. When the operating
temperatures of NEC Express5800/ft series (10 to 35°C) are exceeded, there is a risk of
malfunction. You must take adequate precautions and measures for airflow inside the rack as well
as in the room so that the internal temperature can be kept withi n t his ra n ge du ri n g oper at i on.

z Required tool
To install the device to the rack, a Phillips-head screw drive is required.

3-6 Installing Server

● Checking the place to install

Decide the place (height) to install. To keep
balance, install it as low as you can on the rack.
To install the rack, the height for 4U is required.

IMPORTANT:

4U (the height
for installing this
device)

Imprinted mark (2
imprinted marks fo

r

5Us)

Places to install
core nuts

Imprinted mark

To install this device to the rack, the space for 1U is required for installing the USB
compatible floppy disk drive, in addition to the space for 4U.

Next to the square hole of the rack, an imprinted mark is placed for 1U (This is the unit to show the
height of the rack). This device is as high as 4U (about 176 mm), so install it between the imprinted
marks that indicate the height of 4U.

● Installing this device

Follow the steps below to set the 4U chassis to the rack.

Front side of 4U chassis

Rear side of 4U chassis

IMPORTANT:

4U chassis weighs about 10 Kg. To mount, remove or replace it, be sure to hold it with two
or more people.

The following are the required accessories. Make sure you have them all.

- Bracket -2

- Panhead screw -4

- Panhead screw with washer -4

- Plate screw (short) -8

- Plate screw (long) -4

- Washer for plate screw -12

Installing Server 3-7

TIPS:

Core nuts (8 pieces) are not included. Use the core nuts that are attached to the rack.

1. If the rack has front and rear doors, read the instruction that comes with the rack, and open

them.

2. Install the brackets from the rear side of the rack. Install the brackets with its flat side facing

inside. Place them with the round screws with washers that come with the device
symmetrically (total: 4). Fasten the screws tentatively not tightly.

Bracket (flat sides are facing inside)

Bottom of
device

1U

2U

3U

4U

(top of device)

Round screws with washers

3-8 Installing Server

3. Fix the core nuts to the front side of the rack.

Attach them symmetrically (total: 8 core nuts).

Fix a core nut from inside of the rack.
Hook either of the clips of the core nut to a square
hole of the rack, and hook the other clip to a hole
by a flat-blade screwdriver.

3U

Bottom of device

1U

2U

4U
(top of device)

Core nuts

Core nuts

Outside of
the rack

Inside of
the rack

4. Insert the 4U chassis from the front side

of the rack.

Installing Server 3-9

5. Tentatively fasten the washers and plate

screws (short) to the 4 places on the front
and back sides (total: 8) from the rear.

Washers and plate screws (short)

Washers and plate screws (short)

6. Fasten tightly the washers and round

screws (long) to the 2 places on the left
and right sides (total: 4) from the front.

Washers and plate screws (long)

3-10 Installing Server

7. Fasten tightly the 4 round screws on the back

side and the 8 plate screws on the side panels

(which you fastened tentatively).

Round screws on the side panels

Plate screws on the side panels

Plate screws on the side panels

Lock

8. Mount the CPU/IO module 0.

Mount the module while lowering the lock so

the module stacks on the way.

Installing Server 3-11

9. Fasten the levers on the left and right sides

with screws.

10. Mount the CPU/IO module 1 in the same way.

3-12 Installing Server

Unmounting the device from the rack
~N8140-74/92/93/94/98/99~

Follow the steps below and unmount the device from the rack.

CAUTION

Observe the following precautions to use the server safely. There is a risk of a
burn, personal injury, or damage to physical assets. For details, see “Notes for
Safe Handling” in Chapter 1.

 Do not carry or install a rack alone.
 Do not squeeze your fingers in the product
 Do not impose a weight on the device when it is pulled out from the rack.
 Do not pull a device out of the rack if the rack is unstable.
 Do not leave more than one device pulled out from the rack.
 Do not pull the device from the rack while it is operating.

1. Check that the device is powered off, and remove all the power cords and interface cables that

are connected to the device.

2. Remove the front bezel.

3. Loosen the screws on the left and right sides of the front panel of the CPU/IO module and

release the lock by pulling the ejector toward you.

4. Pull out the CPU/IO module gently from the rack.

IMPORTANT:

- When the device is pulled out, do not load anything on its top. It is dangerous, since

the device may fall.

- Do not hold the handle on the front side or the convex part on the back side. To move

the device, hold the bottom.

- Since the device is locked and can not be pulled out, pull it out after releasing the lock

by lowering the lock on the side of the CPU/IO module.

5. When you unmount 4U chassis from the rack, hold it tightly.
To remove the mechanical parts of the rack, see the installation procedure.

Installing Server 3-13

Connect peripheral devices to NEC Express5800/ft series

The server is provided with connectors for wid e variety of peripheral devices on its front and rear.
The figure on the next page illustrates available peripheral devices for the server in the standard
configuration, and locations of the connectors for the devices. After connecting the peripheral
devices, connect the provided power cords with the server, and then plug the power cords into the
power outlet.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions to use the server safely. There is a risk of a
death or serious injury. For details, see “Notes for Safe Handling” in Chapter 1.

 Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand.
 Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

CAUTION

Observe the following precautions instructions to use the equipment safely.
There is a risk of a burn, personal injury, or damage to physical assets. For
details, see “Notes for Safe Handling” in Chapter 1.

 Do not plug the power cord in a nonconforming outlet.
 Do not plug too many cords in a single outlet.
 Do not plug the cord insecurely.
 Do not use nonconforming power cords.

IMPORTANT:

 Power off the server before connecting peripheral devices, with the exception of

peripherals with USB interface. Connecting a powered peripheral device to the powered
server will cause malfunctions and failures.

 To connect a third-party peripheral device or interface cable to the server, check with

your sales agent to see if they are compatible with NEC Express5800/ft series. Some
third-party devices may not be used with the server.

 The total cable length of SCSI device connections is up to 6 m, including the internal

SCSI cables.

 The serial port connectors are reserved for maintenance.
 Place the USB floppy disk drive on the server. Space of 1U is needed to put it on the

server.

3-14 Installing Server

IMPORTANT:

Connection of optional devices

 In the case of standard configuration, you need to complete setup of the operating

system before mounting optional PCI cards o r har d di sks that you purchased
separately.

 If N8803-034 is mounted, be sure to connect cables to the FC array unit before going

on to the next step.

LAN port (VTM)
(Connect when using

A

ctive Upgrade)

Connect the device with
the serial interface
(This cannot be used
since it is fo

r

maintenance)

Hub (multiport repeater)
To a 1000Mbps network

Back o

f

device

Display

USB connection
modem

USB floppy
disk drive

Keyboard (via
keyboard hub to
USB mouse

)

Installing Server 3-15

Rotate the stopper in clockwise direction, and
insert the power cords to the AC inlets of the
power unit.

Stopper

Connect the plug at the other end of the power
cord to a wall outlet with parallel double-pole
grounds provided or to an uninterruptible power
supply (UPS).

To use the functions of the server, you should
connect the server to the UPS.

IMPORTANT:

 Be sure to use both of the power cords to make the server fault-tolerant.
 After connecting the power cords, wait at least 30 seconds before pressing the power

switch.

<Example>

To connect the po wer cords from the server to an
uninterruptible power supply (UPS), use service outlets on
the rear of the UPS.

The UPS service outlets are categorized into two groups:
SWITCH OUT and UN-SWITCH OUT. (They may be
called "OUTPUT1" and "OUTPUT2".)

To restrict the power supply from
ESMPRO/AutomaticRunningController, connect the
power cable to SWITCH OUT.

For constant power supply, connect the power cords to a
UN-SWITCH OUT outlet. (Connect the modem that is in
service for 24 hours to this outlet.)

When the power cords from the server are connected to a UPS, change the BIOS setup of the server
to link with power supply from the UPS.

Select [AC-LINK] from [Server] on the BIOS setup utility and change parameters. See the separate
volume of User’s Guide for details.

3-16 Installing Server

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Chapter 4

Windows Setup

This chapter describes procedures for configuring OS Boot Monitoring function, setting dual LAN
configuration, setting dual disk configuration and so on.

4-2 Windows Setup

Before starting Setup

Read this section before starting setup.

Use NEC EXPRESSBUILDER to install Windows Server 2003 in the NEC Express5800/ft series.

The setup program that is specific to NEC Express5800/ft series is called “Express Setup.” This
setup program is run by using the startup CD-ROM that comes with your server and NEC
EXPRESSBUILDER.
Express Setup allows you to install Windows Server 2003 and various utilities automatically.

Windows Setup 4-3

SETUP FLOW

Step 1: Things Required for Setup (P.4-4)

The right flow-chart illustrates

Step 2: Prepare for Express Setup (P.4-7)

the flow of the setup procedures for
the NEC Express5800/320Fc-MR server.

Step 3: Disable OS Boot Monitoring Function (P.4-9)

Corresponding page numbers are shown
in parentheses.

Step 4: Start the Express Setup (P.4-15)

Set the startup CD-ROM

Prepare for Windows Server 2003 R2 32-bit Enterprise Edition
installation and ft Server Control Software installation

Specify the size of the partition for OS installation

Copy OS module to hard disk drive

Select language for HotFix

Automatic installation starts:

Windows Server 2003 R2 32-bit Enterprise Edition
ftServer Control Software
NEC ESMPRO Agent

Insert Windows Server 2003 R2 32-bit Enterprise Edition
CD-ROM in the DVD-ROM drive

Set the EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM

Step 12: Set Network for NEC ESMPRO Agent  (P.4-38)

Step 11: Create Volume (P.4-37)

Step 10: Connect and Configure Options  (P.4-36)

Step 5: Windows Setup Wizard (P.4-21)

Step 6: Windows Server 2003 Service Pack Installation（P.4-22)

Step 8: Set Dual Disk Configuration (P.4-29)

Step 9: Update Software (P.4-35)

Step 7: Set Dual LAN Configuration (P.4-23)

Step 14: Make Settings for Failure Management (P.4-41)

- Set memory dump (debug information)

- Set Dr. Watson

- Install a network monitor

- Set Recovery Console

Step 13: Enable OS Boot Monitoring Function (P.4-40)

4-4 Windows Setup

:

Entered or selected by the user

:

Proceeds automatically

Step 15: Back up System Information (P.4-49)

Setup completed

Step 1: Things Required for Setup

The following explains the setup procedure using the Express Setup program:

IMPORTANT:

 Because “Express Setup” formats the entire area of the disk used for installation, all

data on that disk will be deleted. If there is any data partition other than system
partition that contains OS on the disk for reinstallation, you must back up important
data in the data partition first and then start “Express Setup.”

 Do not apply service packs to NEC Express5800/ft series based on your judgment. If

you desire to apply service packs, contact your sales agent about application status
and apply service packs to NEC Express5800/ft series.

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TIPS:

For the latest information on support for Windows Service Pack, contact your sales agent.



You need the following to install Windows Server 2003 R2 32-bit Enterprise Edition:

 Startup CD-ROM

 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER (CD-ROM)

 ft Server Control Software UPDATE CD-ROM

This CD-ROM is used to update ft Server Control Software; it may not be shipped with the
equipment. (Not included if “NEC EXPRESSBUILDER” CD-ROM contains the latest
version of software programs at the time of shipment.)

 Microsoft® Windows Server™ 2003 R2 32-bit Enterprise Edition Disk1

(hereinafter referred to as “Windows Server 2003 CD-ROM”)
Microsoft® Windows Server™ 2003 R2 32-bit Enterprise Edition Disk2

 Windows Server 2003 Service Pack CD-ROM

It is recommended to apply the latest service pack supported by ft Server.

 User’s Guide (Setup) (this manual)

Windows Setup 4-5

 User’s Guide

IMPORTANT:

 About the latest release of ft Server Control Software and purchase of the latest

version of its Update CD-ROM, ask your sales agent.

Before starting the setup, decide the size of the partition where the operating system will be

installed.

4-6 Windows Setup

Size of the Partition to be Created

The required minimum size of a partition to install the system can be obtained from the following
formula:

Size required for installation + paging file size + dump file size

Size required for installation = 3,500MB (Windows Server 2003 R2)
Paging file size (recommended) = size of memory mounted* × 1.5
Dump file size = size of memory mounted* + 12MB

IMPORTANT:

 The above paging file size is necessary for collecting debug information (memory

dump). If a value smaller than the “Recommended” value is set for the initial size of
the paging file, correct debug information (memory dump) may not be collected.

 The maximum paging file size is 4095MB in a partition. If 1.5 times the size of

mounted memory is larger than 4095MB, set the size at 4095MB.

 If the size of mounted memory is larger than 2GB, the maximum size of dump file is

“2048MB+12MB.”

TIPS: The mounted memory size means the total of memory installed on a single CPU/IO

module.

For example, if memory of 1GB is mounted, the required minimum partition size obtained from the
above formula is as follows:

3500MB + (1024MB × 1.5) + (1024MB +12MB) = 6072MB

TIPS: The minimum partition size you can specify in the Express Setup is 6072MB. The

partition size must be 6072MB or larger for automatic installation. Therefore the size
smaller than 6072MB cannot be specified.

Windows Setup 4-7

Step 2: Prepare for Express Setup

Before starting Express Setup, be sure to do the following. If these preparations are not done, setup
cannot be performed properly.

2-1: Prepare NEC Express5800/ft series

With the power of NEC Express5800/ft series off, follow the steps below:

1. Prepare NEC Express5800/ft series.

• Mount the modules for both systems.

• Insert only one hard disk to the Slot 1 of the CPU/IO module 0.

• Remove all LAN cables.

• Remove optional SCSI devices such as a tape device from the SCSI connector.

IMPORTANT:

Do not mount any hard disk into any slots of any modules unless specified. If multiple
hard disks are inserted, the hard disk to install OS cannot be determined.

2. Prepare the installation from the CPU/IO module 0.

The location of the parts required for operations and check are shown below:

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CPU/IO module 0
DISK ACCSSS LED

CPU/IO module 1
DISK ACCESS LED

CPU/IO module 1
Power switch

Front side of device

CPU/IO module 1

CPU/IO module 1
Status LED

CPU/IO module 1
Power LED

CPU/IO module 0
Status LED

CPU/IO module 0
Power LED

CPU/IO module 0
POWER switch

CPU/IO module 0

4-8 Windows Setup

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<When the AC power is on (The power cords are plugged to the wall outlet)>

CPU/IO module 1
Status LED

AC Inlet
Connector A

Rear side of device

AC Inlet
Connector B

DUMP

(

NMI) Switch

PCI Slot Status LED

PCI Slot Status LED

CPU/IO module 0
Status LED

(1) Confirm the POWER LED of the CPU/IO module.

z If the POWER LED is lit, shut down the OS and unplug the AC power cord

after the POWER LED turns off.

z If the POWER LED is turned off, unplug the AC power cord.

(2) Execute the operation to be taken when AC power supply is turned off. 

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<When the AC power is off (The power cord is not plugged into the outlet)>

Connect the power cords to NEC Express5800/ft series in the following order:

(1) Connect the power cord to the AC inlet A connector.

(2) Connect the power cord to the AC inlet B connector.

(3) Make sure that the CPU/IO module status LED is turned off.

Preparation is now completed.

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Windows Setup 4-9

Step 3: Disable OS Boot Monitoring Function

Check whether the power is ON and make settings for properly performing setup for later on.
This equipment has a function to monitor the main unit at startup. (Enabled in the configuration at
shipment)
When reinstalling the operating system, this monitoring function needs to be disabled. Otherwise
the installation may not be done properly. Follow the steps in this section and make proper settings.

IMPORTANT:

If you skip the settings described here, the system will be restarted forcefully while
Windows setup screen is shown and the setup will be unsuccessful. BIOS may repeat
Windows setup in an invalid manner. In this case, you will need to restart the setup
procedures from the beginning.

TIPS:

For details of operations for BIOS Setup Utility and parameters, see the separate volume of
User’s Guide.

<Procedure for Changing BIOS settings>

1. Turn on the display and the peripheral equipment connected to the NEC Express5800/ft

series.

CHECK:

If the power cords are connected to a power controller like a UPS, make sure that
it is powered on.

2. Detach the front bezel.

4-10 Windows Setup

3. Press the POWER switch which is located on the front side of the server. (This is the side

on which the in-built LED is lit.)

IMPORTANT:

Do not turn off the power before the "NEC" logo appears.

After a while, the "NEC" logo will appear on the screen.

While the "NEC" logo is displayed on the screen, NEC Express5800/ft series is performing
a power-on self test (POST) to check itself. For details, see the separate volume of User’s

Guide. 

CHECK:

If the server finds errors during POST, it will interrupt POST and display the
error message. See the separate volume of User’s Guide.



CPU/IO module 0
DISK ACCSSS LED

CPU/IO module 1
DISK ACCESS LED

CPU/IO module 1
Power switch

Front side of device

CPU/IO module 1

CPU/IO module 1
Status LED

CPU/IO module 1
Power LED

CPU/IO module 0
Status LED

CPU/IO module 0
Power LED

CPU/IO module 0
POWER switch

CPU/IO module 0

Windows Setup 4-11

4. When the message “Press <F2> to enter SETUP” or “Press <F2> to enter SETUP or Press
<F12> to boot from Network” is displayed on the display screen, press F2.

The BIOS Setup Utility “SETUP” starts and the Main menu is displayed on the screen.

<Example>

ftServer Setup

Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit

F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit ←→ Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

<Tab>, <Shift-Tab>, or
<Enter> selects field.

Item Specific Help

System Time: [16:54:28]

System Date: [05/07/2007]

CPU Speed 2.70 GHz
Physical CPUs 1

System Memory 640 KB
Extended Memory 2047 MB
Cache Ram 4096 KB

SATA AHCI Enable [Disabled]

4-12 Windows Setup

5. Move the cursor onto "Server" and select “Server.”

The Server menu will be displayed.

ftServer Setup

Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit

F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit ←→ Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

System Management

Console Redirection
Event Log Configuration
Monitoring Configuration

Post Error Pause: [Enabled]

AC-LINK: [Last State]
Power On Delay Time: [ 0]

Item Specific Help

Additional setup
menu to view
server management
features.

6. Move the cursor onto “Monitoring Configuration” and press Enter.

The Monitoring Configuration submenu appears.

ftServer Setup

Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit

F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit ←→ Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

Monitoring Configuration Item Specific Help

FRB-2 Timer [Enabled]

PCI Enumeration Monitoring: [Enabled]
PCI Enumeration Monitoring Timeout: [ 180]

Option ROM Scan Monitoring: [Enabled]
Option ROM Scan Monitoring Timeout: [ 300]

OS Boot Monitoring: [Enabled]
OS Boot Monitoring Timeout: [ 600]

POST Pause Monitoring: [Enabled]
POST Pause Monitoring Time-out [ 180]

Disables/enables the
FRB-2 Timer.

Windows Setup 4-13

7. Move the cursor onto “OS Boot Monitoring” and press Enter.

Parameters will be displayed.

8. Among the parameters, choose “Disabled” and press Enter.

The current display of the configuration for OS Boot Monitoring will be changed to
“Disabled.”

ftServer Setup

Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit

F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit ←→ Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

Monitoring Configuration

FRB-2 Timer [Enabled]

PCI Enumeration Monitoring: [Enabled]
PCI Enumeration Monitoring Timeout: [ 180]

Option ROM Scan Monitoring: [Enabled]
Option ROM Scan Monitoring Timeout: [ 300]

OS Boot Monitoring: [Disabled]

OS Boot Monitoring Timeout: [ 600]

POST Pause Monitoring: [Enabled]
POST Pause Monitoring Time-out [ 180]

Disables/enables the
FRB-2 Timer.

Item Specific Help

4-14 Windows Setup

9. Press the Esc key to go back to the Server menu, and then move the cursor and select

"Exit" to display the Exit menu.

ftServer Setup

Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit

10. Move the cursor onto “Exit Saving Changes” and press Enter.

The confirmation window will appear.

11. Select “Yes” and press Enter.

After the configuration data is saved and SETUP is terminated, the system is rebooted.
This is the end of steps for switching OS Boot Monitoring function.

TIPS:

After the procedure above is completed, power off this server to prepare for
installation. Then, referring to “Step 4: Start the Express Setup” on the next page
to continue the setup.

F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit ←→ Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

Exit Saving Changes

Exit Discarding Changes
Load Setup Defaults
Discard Changes
Save Changes

Item Specific Help

Exit System Setup and
save your changes to
CMOS.

Setup Confirmation

Save configuration changes and exit now?
[Yes] [No]

Windows Setup 4-15

Step 4: Start the Express Setup

Set up with the Express Setup functions of NEC EXPRESS BUILDER.

“Express Setup” is a setup method for NEC Express5800 series that allows configuration of
hardware internal parameters and status and installation of OS (Windows Server 2003) and various
utilities in seamless manners by using the startup CD-ROM and “NEC EXPRESSBUILDER”
CD-ROM which comes with the server. Use the “Express Setup” to install the OS. It performs
complicated setups automatically.

Express Setup edits the information required for the setup, saves it to a floppy disk before the setup,
reads the information one by one at the setup and automatically performs a series of setup processes.
The floppy disk used here is called [Configuration diskette].

TIPS:

 [Configuration diskette] is a setup disk that stores the information set/selected during

Express Setup.

Express Setup executes all the setup process automatically, based on this information.

It is not necessary to sit by the system and check the status, during the setup. Also, if
you use the Configuration diskette that has been used last time, you can create the
same setup condition as the previous one.

 You can create a parameter file in advance, by using “Configuration Diskette

Creator®” in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.

If you create [Configuration diskette] in advance, you can skip the options that need

to be entered or selected during Express Setup. (You can create or modify the setup
information in the Configuration diskette, during Express Setup). If any computer
that is running on Windows XP/2000/Windows Server 2003 is available, it is
recommended to edit the setup information with Configuration Diskette Creator in
advance.

 This device does not include the FD drive by standard. To use Configuration diskette,

customers need to prepare an optional FD drive.

For the procedure to create a parameter file with Configuration Diskette Creator, refer to User’s

Guide.

z Reinstalling the OS to the hard disk drive that has been upgraded to dynamic disk

You cannot reinstall Windows Server 2003 if the existing partition of the hard disk drive that
has been upgraded to dynamic disk is still there.

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Flow of Setup Procedures

The following flow-chart illustrates the setup procedures for Express Setup.

Set the startup CD-ROM.

Set the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM.

Agree with the software license agreement.

Create a work partition.

Select whether or not to use the existing parameters file.

Set the Windows Server 2003 CD-ROM

Copy the OS difference module

↓

Copy the selected application module

Remove the FD/CD-ROM

Automatic installation

↓

Automatic logon

After rebooting, the
installation completes.





: Requires data to be entered or selected

: Proceeds automatically

Confirm and enter the settings

Enter a parameter.

Save a parameters file

YES NO

Set the Configuration diskette

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Setup Procedures

Follow the procedure below to execute Express Setup.

CHECK:

To execute Express Setup with a parameter file, one empty 1.44MB formatted floppy disk
is required. Prepare an empty floppy disk in advance.

When you reinstall OS, you can skip entering the parameter in the Wizard form, by reading
the parameter file that has been saved.

IMPORTANT:

In case of changing the system configuration, update the system (page 6-8).

1. Turn on NEC Express5800/ft series. Insert the startup CD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive,

and restart it.

2. When the OS that can be started has been already installed on the hard disk, press the Enter

key while the message, “Press any key to boot from CD…,” is displayed.

You do not need to perform this operation if the OS that can be started does not exist.

3. If the next message is displayed, insert the

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into
the DVD-ROM drive, and select [OK].

4. If the license agreement screen is

displayed, read the license agreement
packed with this product carefully.
Select [Yes] to agree. Select [No] not to
agree.

IMPORTANT:

If you do not agree with the license agreement, the Express setup will finish, and Windows
server 2003 will not be installed.

CHECK:

If a partition already exists on the hard
disk, the next message is displayed. If
you click [OK], the partition will be
deleted and the setup will be continued. If you click [Cancel], the setup will be cancelled.

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5. When the next message is displayed,

to read the parameters file that has
been created, insert the Configuration
Diskette into the floppy disk drive
and select [Yes]. To create a new
parameters file, select [No].

When the OS wizard has been started
and [Yes] has been selected, insert the
floppy disk, and read and confirm the
parameters file.

If you select [No], follow the wizard
and enter the parameter.

IMPORTANT:

 Allocate the partition to install the OS in the size that is bigger than the required

minimum size. (See page 4-6.)

 If you select [Use Existing Partition] in [System Partition], information about

the first partition will be formatted and erased all. Information on other
partitions will be retained.

 If an existing hard disk drive partition that has been upgraded to the dynamic

disk remains, you cannot reinstall OS (refer to page 4-15). Do not select [Use
Existing Partition] in [System Partition].

 When you select [Use Existing Partition] in [System Partition], if the partition

to be reused only exists, reserve the maximum disk space and install Windows
Server 2003.

 You cannot move to the next window, if the settings that you have made are

incorrect.

If you finish entering the parameter, the next
window is displayed.

To save the parameters file on the floppy disk, select
[Yes] and enter the file name. To save it only on the
hard disk, select [No].

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CHECK:

When you are setting [Use Existing
Partition] and there is no second
partition other than the OS partition
on the hard disk drive, the message
on the right is displayed.

If you select [Yes], the whole disk space is reserved and the process will be continued. If
you select [No], the setup will be cancelled. If you select [Cancel], you can go back to the
OS wizard and correct the parameter

6. If the next message is displayed,

insert the Windows Server 2003 R2
CD-ROM (DISC 1) into the
DVD-ROM drive, and select [OK].

CHECK:

Depending on the OS media to be used,
you may be asked to enter the product key.
Enter the product key, and select [Next].

The automatic startup has been started.
Applications specified as Windows
Server 2003 will be automatically
installed, and log on to the system.

7. If the [Windows Setup] window is

displayed after the installation,
insert the Microsoft Windows
Server 2003 R2 CD-ROM (DISC

2) into the DVD-ROM drive, and
click [OK].

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After this, follow the message and continue the installation. After the installation completes,
remove the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 CD-ROM (DISC 2) into the DVD-ROM drive,
and restart NEC Express5800/ft series.

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Step 5: Windows Setup Wizard

When the immediately preceding operation was “Step 4 Start the Express Setup,” proceed to “Step
6: Windows Server 2003 Service Pack Installation.”

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Step 6: Windows Server 2003 Service Pack Installation

Installing Windows Server 2003 Service Pack

Right after the Windows setup, the Windows Server 2003 Service Pack is not applied to the system.

Refer to “Applying Windows Service Pack” on page 5-14, and apply the Windows Server 2003
Service Pack.

IMPORTANT:

 If the Windows Server 2003 Service Pack is applied, be sure to apply

Microsoft’s Hotfix.

 You can apply the Windows Server 2003 Service Pack later. In this case, be sure

to apply Microsoft’s Hotfix as well.

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Step 7: Set Dual LAN Configuration

The NEC Express5800/ft series builds a dual LAN configuration by using "Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT
Dual Port Network Connection" and extended PCI slot "Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT Server Adapter”
and “Stratus emb-EB 2-Port Gigabit Adapter” mounted as standard on the CPU/IO module.

Overview

The dual LAN configuration is of two types as described below:

 Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)

Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is a feature that places more than one LAN controller on the
same LAN (same segment), and automatically switches the process of the primary controller to
the backup controller when any trouble occurred on the primary.

 Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)

Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) is a feature that connects more than one LAN controller to the
same hub and enhances the throughput by operating packet transmission from the server.

Receive Load Balancing (RLB) is enabled by default. When RLB is enabled, the receiving
throughput is enhanced.

The other modes, “Static Link Aggregation” and “IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation,” do not
contribute to enhancement against a fault. When a fault occurs, the communication performed on
the controller with the fault is not taken over by the backup controller but lost.

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NEC Express5800/ft Series Duplication Rule

Be sure to set the dual configuration in the server.

Also, when you set the duplex configuration, be sure to use one CPU/IO module 0 adapter and one
CPU/IO module 1 adapter.

e.g.1) Set the dual configuration with the improved endurance using all the adapters.

CPU/IO module 0 CPU/IO module 1

Network

e.g.2) Set the dual configuration for more than one LAN connection

CPU/IO module 0 CPU/IO module 1

Network 1

Network 2

Dual Configuration Setup

The following describes the procedure to set dual LAN configuration.

The procedure to set dual LAN configuration of the example 1 in “NEC Express5800/ft Series
Duplication Rule” above is explained.

To set dual LAN configuration, log on as "Administrator" or a member of the group
"Administrators.”

1. Start Device Manager.

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2. Select one target network adapter, right-click on it and select [Properties] from the

displayed menu to display the Properties window.

3. Select the [Teaming] tab in the Properties window. Check the radio button of [Team with

other adapters] and click [New Team…].

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4. Enter the team name, and click [Next >].

5. Select the check boxes of the adapters you want to include to the team, and click [Next>].

6. Select “Adapter Fault Tolerance” or “Adaptive Load Balancing” as a team mode. (Usually

select “Adapter Fault Tolerance.”)

Click [Next >].

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7. Click [Finish].

8. Start a command prompt, and confirm the physical MAC address of the team adapter with

ipconfig /all.

9. Select the team adapter that has been set, right-click on it and select [Properties] from the

menu displayed to display the Properties window.

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10. Select the [Advanced] tab in the Properties window. Select [Locally Administered Address]

from the [Settings] list box, and enter the MAC address of team adapter that you have
checked in the [Value:] text box, and click [OK].

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Step 8: Set Dual Disk Configuration

NEC Express5800/ft series secures data by setting dual disk configuration using “RDR (Rapid Disk
Resync) function.” Be sure to make dual disk settings by referring to the procedure.

IMPORTANT:

• Set dual disk configuration by the RDR (Rapid Disk Resync) function. If you want to use

other disk management tool (e.g. VERITAS Storage Foundation), install it after “Step 14:
Make Settings for Failure Management.” If you perform this operation with a tool other
than the RDR (Rapid Disk Resync), a mirror synchronization gap may occur when the
system is rebooted.

• CPU/IO module has a processor function part and IO function part, and monitors and

manages each part. The IO function part is referred to as PCI module in this section.

Setting Dual Disk Configuration by RDR (Rapid Disk Resync)
function

This device sets dual configuration for each disk by the RDR function of the ft control software.

By setting RDR, as the following figure and table show, dual configuration is set between the disks
of the corresponding slots, and these disks are recognized as one virtual disk by Windows (such as
Disk Management and Device Manager).

Slot 3

Slot 2

Slot 3

Slot 2

Slots that correspond to mirroring Slot 1

Slot 1

Correspo ng slot ndi

PCI module ule 1 Slot 1
PCI module 0 Slot 2 Ù PCI module 1 Slot 2

0 Slot 1 Ù PCI mod

PCI module 0 Slot 3 Ù PCI module 1 Slot 3

* In the follows:

PCI module (for CPU/IO module 0) - PCI module 0

table above, PCI module names correspond as

PCI module (for CPU/IO module 1) - PCI module 1

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IMPORTANT:

 To perform this procedure, you need to log on as an administrator or a

member of administrator group.

 RDR can only be set on the basic disk inserted into the built-in slot of

NEC Express5800/ft series. It cannot be set on the dynamic disk.

 For the disk on which RDR is set, use the products with the same serial

number.

 Be sure to configure the RDR settings in the same way not only when

the OS is installed but also when the disk is added to the PCI module.

Follow the steps below to configure the dual disk configuration.

1. Click [Start] – [All Programs] – [RDR] – [RDR Utility], to start the RDR Utility.

IMPORTANT:

If the disk status of the disk (Slot 1 of the PCI module 0) on which the system is installed
is “Boot, configured Active or Imported,” performing the steps 2 to 4 are not required.
Go to step 5. If the disk status is other than “Boot, configured, Active or Imported,” go
on to step 2. To check the “disk status,” click the disk on which the system is installed
from the left pane of RDR Utility and check the “disk status” display on the right pane.

TIPS:

- For the details on RDR Utility, see “Disk Operations Using the RDR (Rapid Disk
Resync) Function” in “Disk Operations” in Chapter 3, “Windows Setup and
Operation.” in the User`s Guide.

- The RDR Utility display is not updated automatically. Each time you perform
disk-related operations such as inserting or removing a disk or RDR setting, click

[Action] from the menu and click [Refresh] (or press the F5 key) to update the

display.

- In RDR Utility, PCI module names correspond as follows:

- PCI module (for CPU/IO module 0) - PCI module 0

- PCI module (for CPU/IO module 1) - PCI module 1

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2. Right-click the disk (Slot 1 of PCI module 0) on which the system is installed on the left

pane of the [RDR Utility] window, and click [Create RDR Virtual Disk].

TIPS:

Depending on the disk status, it takes
time to set RDR, and RDR Utility
may be stopped for a few minutes.
This is not an error. Please wait for a
while.

3. Click [Yes].

4. Click [OK].

IMPORTANT:

If you set RDR on the disk that
includes a system partition or a
partition that cannot be
unmounted, the message on the
right is displayed. Click [Yes].
The system is restarted after 2
minutes. After it is restarted,
perform the steps 5 and later.

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5. Insert the disk to set dual configuration into the corresponding slot. (In this case Slot 1 of

PCI module 1).

IMPORTANT:

When a disk is inserted a popup window for asking to reboot the computer may be
displayed, but you do not need to reboot it. Click [No] and close the popup
window.

As for the disk to be inserted, use a new disk or a physically formatted disk with
the same capacity as the synchronization source disk. If you use other disks, dual
configuration is not set normally.

* As for physical format, refer to “SAS BIOS ~ Adaptec SAS/SATA~ Configuration

Utility” in Chapter 4, “System Configuration” in the separate volume of the User’s
Guide, and perform Format Disk with Disk Utilities
To perform “Low-Level Format,” on the BIOS setup utility, click [Server],
[Monitoring Configuration] and set [Option ROM Scan Monitoring] to [Disabled].
For how to configure the settings, see “System BIOS ~ SETUP ~” in Chapter 4,
“System Configuration” in the separate volume of the User’s Guide.

6. Right-click the Slot 1 of the PCI module 1 from the left pane of RDR Utility, and then click

[Add Physical Disk To RDR Virtual Disk].

7. Click [OK].

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8. Check that disk synchronization has been started and the status of the DISK ACCESS LED

and RDR Utility display changes as the following table.

 During synchronization

RDR Utility

DISK ACCESS

LED

Condition Status
Synchronization
source disk

Amber and

blinking

Simplex

Synchronization
destination disk

Amber and

blinking

Syncing

RDR Virtual Disk

Simplex

Resync x %

(x=0, 10, 20,…,

90)

IMPORTANT:

- The time required for synchronization deffers depending on the size of
the partition that exists on the disk. As for the partition with the 18GB
capacity, it takes about 16 minutes. If there is no partition,
synchronization completes soon after setting RDR is completed and
the disk changes to the synchronization completion status.

- Setting dual disk configuration may not complete if the system is
rebooted during synchronization. Do not reboot the system before
synchronization process completes.

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 Synchronization completed

RDR Utility

DISK ACCESS

LED

Condition Status
Synchronization
source disk

Green and

blinking

Duplex

Synchronization
destination disk

Green and

blinking

Duplex

RDR Virtual Disk Duplex None

IMPORTANT:

- If you have created a new partition on the disk where RDR has been set and which
is duplexed, the created partition area is automatically synchronized.

- If you have changed a disk where RDR has been set and which is duplexed to a
dynamic disk, the whole area (where no partition exists) that is not synchronized at
this time will be synchronized.

- If the system is not stopped without terminating Windows normally (such as by
pressing the power button), the whole disk area synchronized will be
resynchronized after the system is rebooted.

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Step 9: Update Software

If you use ftServer Control Software UPDATE CD-ROM, see “Installing ftServer Control
Software” (page 6-12) to update the software. When there are other update modules, apply them in
this step.

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Step 10: Connect and Configure Options

When there are optional PCI boards or peripheral devices to connect to the main unit, power off the
main unit. Then, for connecting them, follow the instructions in “PCI board” in the separate volume
of the User’s Guide and the manual of the devices.

When the mounted memory is 4GB or more, specify /PAE switch to BOOT.INI file.

In order to use the entire mounted memory from the Windows system, /PAE switch needs to be
specified. If it is not specified, the Windows system only uses a part of the mounted memory.

Refer to Microsoft Product Support Services for details of specification method.

BOOT.INI file exist on C:\. It is displayed by clicking [Folder Options] – [View] in Explorer and
choosing [Show hidden files and folders] option.
Below shows the example of the modification.

(Before modification)

[boot loader]
timeout=30
default=multi(0)disk(0)rdisk(0)partition(1)\WINNT
[operating systems]
multi(0)disk(0)rdisk(0)partition(1)\WINNT="Windows Server 2003, Enterprise" /fastdetect

(After modification)

[boot loader]
timeout=30
default=multi(0)disk(0)rdisk(0)partition(1)\WINNT
[operating systems]
multi(0)disk(0)rdisk(0)partition(1)\WINNT="Windows Server 2003, Enterprise" /fastdetect /PAE

Make dual configuration when you added LAN and disks. For details, see “Step 7 Set Dual LAN
Configuration” on page 4-23 and “Step 8 Set Dual Disk Configuration” on page 4-29.

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Step 11: Create Volume

For NEC Express5800/ft series, you need to perform mirroring for each disk by the RDR function.
If you created a new partition or volume on the disk that has been set RDR and dual configuration,
the area is mirrored automatically. You do not need to perform mirroring for each partition or
volume. For more details about performing mirroring by the RDR function, see “Setting Dual Disk
Configuration by RDR (Rapid Disk Resync) function” in “Step 8: Set Dual Disk Configuration.”

TIPS:

 To create a partition or volume, refer to the Windows online help.

 You can create a partition or volume even after the operation has been

started.

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Step 12: Set Network for NEC ESMPRO Agent

NEC ESMPRO Agent is required for continuous operation of the NEC Express5800/ft series. It is
automatically installed when you install the OS.

To operate NEC ESMPRO Agent, you need to set the SNMP.

To change the settings of the SNMP Service:

1. Double-click [Administrative Tools] in [Control Panel].

2. Open [Services] in [Administrative Tools].

3. Select [SNMP Service] from the service list and then [Properties] in the [Action] menu.

The “SNMP Properties” dialog box appears.

4. Enter “public” in the [Community name] box in the [Traps] property sheet and click the

[Add to list] button.

IMPORTANT:

 If you changed the community name of traps to be received from the default “*” in

the NEC ESMPRO Manager site, enter the same name as the community name
newly set in the NEC ESMPRO Manager site.

 To receive trap from NEC ESMPRO Agent at the NEC ESMPRO Manager

machine, both community names should be the same.

5. Click the [Add...] button in [Trap destinations]. After entering the IP address of the NEC

ESMPRO Manager machine of the send destination in the [Host name, IP or IPX address]
box, click the [Add] button.

IMPORTANT: If the IP address (or host name) of the remote NEC ESMPRO

Manager is specified as the trap send destination in the setup of the manager report
(TCP/IP), the message warning the duplication appears. The specification of the same
NEC ESMPRO Manager causes to be reported doubly.

6. Open the [Security] property sheet and make settings as follows:

• Add the community name entered in 4 to [Accepted community names].

• Set its authority to [READ CREATE] or [READ WRITE].

• Select [Accept SNMP packets from any host].

IMPORTANT:

 If you entered any community name other than “public” in 4, add that name to

“Accepted community names.”

 Unless you set the acceptable community’s authority to “READ CREATE” or

“READ WRITE,” you cannot perform monitoring from NEC ESMPRO Manager.

< Setup of receiving SNMP packets from specific hosts only >

Select [Accept SNMP packets from these hosts], specify IP addresses of the hosts, IP
addresses of the servers to install Agent, and the loop-back address (127.0.0.1).

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< Setup of receiving SNMP packets from specific communities only >

Change the name of the community receiving SNMP packets from the default “public”
to any name.

IMPORTANT:

 If the community name is changed, you need to register the change made to the

community of NEC ESMPRO Agent from [Control Panel]. To change the
community to another and register it, use the [SNMP Community] list box in the
[General] tab.

 To allow NEC ESMPRO Agent to receive SNMP packets sent from NEC

ESMPRO Manager, set the send community name in NEC ESMPRO Manager to
be the same as that accepted by the SNMP Service in NEC ESMPRO Agent.

7. Terminate the network setup.

IMPORTANT:

 If the SNMP service was added to the system after the service pack had been

applied at OS installation, apply it again. If not, the SNMP service may not operate
properly. This can cause the improper operation of NEC ESMPRO Agent.

 The SNMP Service is required for operating NEC ESMPRO Agent. If the SNMP

Service is deleted after the installation of NEC ESMPRO Agent, install the SNMP
Service and then reinstall NEC ESMPRO Agent.

 Some software products provided by other vendors use the SNMP Service. If the

SNMP Service and NEC ESMPRO Agent are installed in the system in which such
software as above is installed, it may be impossible to start NEC ESMPRO Agent
services. If so, delete the SNMP Service once and install the service again. Then,
reinstall NEC ESMPRO Agent and the other vendor's software.

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Step 13: Enable OS Boot Monitoring Function

When necessary for system operation, enable the “OS Boot Monitoring” setting which has been
disabled in “Step 3: Disable OS Boot Monitoring Function” (page 4-9). Or, see “Step 3: Disable OS
Boot Monitoring Function” (page 4-9) and set appropriate time (default is 10 min.).

ftServer Setup

Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit

F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item -/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit ←→ Select Menu Enter Select Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit

Monitoring Configuration

FRB-2 Timer [Enabled]

PCI Enumeration Monitoring: [Enabled]
PCI Enumeration Monitoring Timeout: [ 180]

Option ROM Scan Monitoring: [Enabled]
Option ROM Scan Monitoring Timeout: [ 300]

OS Boot Monitoring: [Enabled]

OS Boot Monitoring Timeout: [ 600]

POST Pause Monitoring: [Enabled]
POST Pause Monitoring Time-out [ 180]

Disables/enables the
FRB-2 Timer.

Item Specific Help

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Step 14: Make Settings for Failure Management

Make the following settings beforehand to ensure quick recovery from failure.

Set Memory Dump (Debug Information)

This section explains the setting for collecting memory dump (debug information) in the server.

IMPORTANT: Notes on memory dump

 The maintenance personnel designated by your sales agent are responsible for collecting

memory dump. Customers should make settings of memory dump only.

 Sometimes a message indicating a shortage of virtual memory appears at the system startup,

when a failure has occurred after making settings described here and you have restarted the
system to save the memory dump. Continue the startup. If you restart the system, you may
not be able to collect the memory dump accurately.

 If an error such as a stop error of the OS occurs, the normal dump function may run instead

of the quick dump function depending on the system status. However, the memory dump
file can be used for failure analysis equivalent to that of the quick dump function.

Take the following steps to set memory dump:

1. From the [Start] menu, select [Control Panel] and then click [System].

The [System Properties] dialog box appears.

2. Click the [Advanced] tab.

3. Click [Settings] in the [Startup and Recovery]

box.

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4. Enter the location, where debug information is to be written, in the text box.

When writing debug information under the file name "MEMORY.DMP" in the D drive:

D:\MEMORY.DMP

IMPORTANT:

 [Complete memory dump] should be specified for writing debug information.

However, if the mounted memory size is over 2GB, specify [Kernel Memory
Dump]; you cannot specify [Complete memory dump] ([Complete memory dump]
is not displayed on the menu).

 Specify a drive which has a free space of the size of memory in the NEC

Express5800/ft series + 12MB or more (If the memory size is over 2GB, 2048MB
+ 12MB).

 If the memory will be expanded to larger than 2 GB, change Write Debugging

Information to [Kernel Memory Dump] before expanding the memory. Size of the
debugging information (memory dump) to be collected will change due to memory
increase. Check how much free space the hard disk to which debugging
information is written has.

 If an error such as a stop error of the OS occurs, the normal dump function may

run instead of the quick dump function depending on the system status. However,
the memory dump file can be used for failure analysis equivalent to that of the
quick dump function

 In the system failure settings, it is recommended to specify “Automatically

restart.” When this option is not selected, the system cannot be restarted after the
operation is switched to the disks that are mirrored when the system cannot be
started due to a disk error.

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5. Click [Settings] in the [Performance] box.

The [Performance Options] window appears.

6. Click the [Advanced] tab on the [Performance Options] window.

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7. Click [Change] in the [Virtual memory] box.

8. Change the value set for [Initial Size] in the [Paging file size for selected drive] box to the

[Recommended] value or more, and then click [Set].

IMPORTANT:

 Be sure to create the file in the size more than [Recommended] value in the OS

partition. If a value smaller than the [Recommended] value is set for [Initial Size] of
the paging file, accurate debug information (memory dump) may not be collected.

 For the [Recommended] value, see "Size of the Partition to be Created" (page 4-6).
 To be prepared for failure, it is recommended to press the dump button to see if the

memory dump can be collected normally beforehand.

 If the memory has been expanded, re-set the paging file according to the memory

size.

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9. Click [OK].

A message is displayed asking you to restart the system depending on the changed settings.
Restart the system according to the messages.

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Set Dr. Watson

Dr. Watson of Windows Server 2003 is a debugger for application errors. When detecting an
application error, Dr. Watson diagnoses the NEC Express5800/ft series, and records the diagnostic
information (log). Take the following steps to collect diagnostic information:

1. Click [Run...] from [Start].

2. Enter "drwtsn32.exe" in the [Open] box, and click [OK].

The [Dr. Watson for Windows] dialog box appears.

3. pecify where you want to save diagnostic

S
information in the [Log File Path] box.

Diagnostic information is saved under the file name
"DRWTSN32.LOG."

CHECK: Do not specify a network path. Be

sure to specify a path on the local computer.

4. Specify the crash dump file save destination in the

[Crash Dump] box.

TIPS: A "crash dump file" is a binary file that

can be read by Windows Debugger.

5. Select the following check boxes in the [Options] box.

 [Dump Symbol Table]
 [Dump All Thread Contexts]
 [Append To Existing Log File]
 [Create Crash Dump File]

For the above functions, see the online help.

6. Click [OK].

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Install a Network Monitor

A network monitor is useful for examining the causes of network failures and taking the
countermeasures. To use the network monitor, you need to restart the system after the installation. It
is recommended to install the network monitor before a failure occurs.

1. From the [Start] menu, select [Control Panel] and click [Add/Remove Windows Programs].

The [Add/Remove Windows Programs] dialog box appears.

2. Click [Add/Remove Windows Components].

The [Windows Components Wizard] dialog box appears.

3. Select the [Management and Monitoring Tools] on [Components] and click [Details…] at the

bottom right of the window. [Management and Monitoring Tools] appears.

4. Check the [Network Monitor Tools] check box on the [Subcomponents of Management

Monitoring Tools] dialog box and click [OK] at the bottom of the window.

5 Click [Next]. .

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6. If a message is displayed asking you to insert "Windows Server 2003 R2A Enterprise Edition

To close the menu, click the [X]

7. indows Components Wizard] dialog box.

Y inting

et Recovery Console

CD-ROM,” follow the instructions on the screen.

Close the menu that appears by inserting the CD-ROM.
mark on the menu.

Click [Finish] in the [W

8. Click the [X] mark on the [Add or Remove Programs] dialog box.

ou can also activate the network monitor by clicking [Start], pointing to [All Programs], po
to [Administrative Tools] and then clicking [Network Monitor]. For details on the operation, see the
online help.

S

TIPS:

Recovery console is used for repairing the system when the system cannot be started for some
reason.

here are cautions to be taken for using the Recovery console. Refer to “Cautions for using the

g”

T
Windows Server 2003 Recovery Console” of “SYSTEM REPAIR” in Chapter 6 “Troubleshootin
in the User’s Guide (Setup).

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Step 15: Back up System Information

After setting up the system, back up the system information using the Off-line Maintenance Utility.

Without backup for system information, the information and settings that are specific to your server
cannot be restored after the server is repaired. Take the following steps to make a backup copy of
the system information:

1. Prepare a 3.5-inch floppy disk.

2. Insert the "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" CD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive of the server,

and restart the system.

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER is activated and [NEC EXPRESSBUILDER Top Menu] is
displayed.

3. Select [Off-line Maintenance Utility] from [Tools].

4. Select [Save] from [System Information Management].

Follow the instructions you see on the screen.

The setup is now completed.

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Chapter 5

Procedures after Completion of Installation

This chapter describes how you install management utilities, how you back up system information,
and setup of PCs on the network. You may need to confirm these procedures while the system is
running.

5-2 Procedures after Completion of Installation

INSTALLING MANAGEMENT UTILITIES

The provided "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" CD-ROM contains "NEC ESMPRO Agent" for
monitoring NEC Express5800/ft series and "NEC ESMPRO Manager" for managing the NEC
Express5800/ft series. Install and setup these utilities in the NEC Express5800/ft series or the
computer (management PC) that manages the NEC Express5800/ft series.

System Update

Perform system update in the following cases:

• When the system configuration is changed

• When the system is restored

• When the system is restored from the backup media

TIPS:
Use the Windows Server 2003 CD-ROM that includes ServicePack1 to install this server

(320Fc-MR).

Log on to the system with the account that has
administrator rights (such as Administrator) and
insert the “NEC EXPRESSBUILDER” CD-ROM
into the DVD-ROM drive.

The [Master Control Menu] is displayed. Click
[Setup] and click [UPDATING THE SYSTEM]
from the menu to start the system update. Follow
the messages displayed on the screen to continue
the process.

After you have updated the system, you need to reinstall ft Server Control Software. Refer to
“Installing ft Server Control Software” on page 6-12 to reinstall it.