NEC 5800-230Eh User Manual

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NEC Express5800/120Eh

User's Guide

3rd Edition

5-2007

ONL-4152dN-120Eh-100-99-0704

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SAFETY INDICATIONS

Follow the instructions in this manual for your safety to use the NEC Express server.

Your server contains components with possible danger, hazards that may cause by ignoring
warnings, and preventive actions against such hazards.

Server components with possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them
as well as described in this manual.

In this manual or warning labels, "WARNING" or "CAUTION" is used to indicate a degree of danger.
These terms are defined as follows:

WARNING

CAUTION

Precautions and notices against hazards are presented with one of the following three symbols. The
individual symbols are defined as follows:

This symbol indicates the presence of a hazard if the instruction is ignored.
An image in the symbol illustrates the hazard type. (Attention)

This symbol indicates prohibited actions. An image in the symbol illustrates a particular
prohibited action. (Prohibited Action)

This symbol indicates mandatory actions. An image in the symbol illustrates a
mandatory action to avoid a particular hazard. (Mandatory Action)

(Example)

Indicates the presence of a hazard that may result in death or serious
personal injury if the instruction is ignored.
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may cause minor personal injury,
including burns, or property damage if the instruction is ignored.

Symbol to draw attention

Term indicating a degree of danger

CAUTION

High temperature.
Immediately after the server is powered off, its internal components such as
hard disk drives are very hot. Leave the server until its internal components
fully cool down before installing/removing any component.

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

Description of a danger

SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL AND WARNING LABELS

Attentions

Indicates that improper use may cause an electric shock.

Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury.

Indicates that improper use may cause fingers to be caught.

Indicates that improper use may cause fumes or fire.

Indicates a general notice or warning that cannot be specifically identified.

Indicates that improper use may cause loss of eyesight due to laser beam.

Prohibited Actions

Indicates a general prohibited action that cannot be specifically identified.

Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the server. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire
may be caused.

Mandatory Action

Unplug the power cord of the server. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may be
caused.

Indicates a mandatory action that cannot be specifically identified. Make sure to follow
the instruction.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Momentary voltage drop prevention:

This product may be affected by a momentary voltage drop caused by lightning. To prevent a
momentary voltage drop, an AC uninterruptible power supply (UPS) unit should be used.

Trademarks

NEC ESMPRO, NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, and NEC EXPRESSSCOPE are trademarks of NEC Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, Windows NT, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
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LSI Logic, LSI Logic Logo Design, MegaRAID, MegaRAID Storage Manager, and Power Console Plus are
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Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions stands for 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, Standard x64 Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows®
Server 2003, Enterprise x64 Edition operating system. Windows Server 2003 stands for Microsoft®
Windows® Server 2003 R2, Standard Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003
R2, Enterprise Edition operating system, or Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003, Standard Edition operating
system and Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003, Enterprise Edition operating system.
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version 3.51/4.0. Windows Me stands for Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition operating system.
Windows 98 stands for Microsoft® Windows®98 operating system. Windows 95 stands for Microsoft
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where you purchased this product.

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consequential damages arising from the use of this manual regardless of Item (4).

PREFACE

Congratulations on the purchase of your NEC Express server.

Purchase of this server is your assurance of receiving state-of-the-art, high quality hardware to meet
your needs, both now and in the future.

Read this User's Guide thoroughly to fully understand handling of the NEC Express server and
appreciate its functions to the maximum extent.

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ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE

This manual is a guide for proper setup and use of your server.
This manual also covers useful procedures for dealing with difficulties and problems that may arise
during setup or operation of your server.
Keep this manual for future use.
The following describes how to proceed with this manual.

How to Use This Manual

To aid you in finding information quickly, this manual contains the following information:

Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Server

includes information that needs attention to use the server. Make sure to read this chapter before
setting up and using the server. It also includes requirements and advisory information for
transfer and disposal of the server.

Chapter 2 General Description

includes information necessary to use the server, such as names and functions of its
components, handling of the floppy disk and DVD-ROM drives.

Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server

tells you how to select a site, unpack the system, make cable connections, and power on your
system.

Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server

tells you how to configure the system and provides instructions for running the BIOS SETUP
Utility and the RAID configuration utility, which is used to configure RAID drives in your system.
This chapter also provides information on mother board jumper settings.

Chapter 5 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup

describes how to install the operating system.

Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities

describes how to install the utilities for the server. It also includes a description on using the
attached "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" CD-ROM.

Chapter 7 Maintenance

provides you with all the information necessary to maintain successful operation of the server.
This chapter also includes a description on relocating and storing the server.

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

contains helpful information for solving problems that might occur with your system.

Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server

provides you with instructions for upgrading your system with an additional processor, optional
memory, optional add-in cards, hard disk drives, peripheral devices, and power supply.

Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagram

includes cabling information for the SAS/SATA2 controller, 5.25-inch device, and the power
supply.

Appendix A Specification

provides specifications for your server.

Appendix B Other Precautions

provides supplementary notes on using the server.

Appendix C IRQ and I/O Port Address

provides a list of factory-set IRQs and I/O port addresses assigned.

Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions

describes how to install Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions without using Express
Setup. Using the Express Setup tool is recommended for installing Windows Server 2003 x64
Editions. See Chapter 5 for details.

Appendix E Installing Windows Server 2003

describes how to install Microsoft Windows Server 2003 without using Express Setup. Using the
Express Setup tool is recommended for installing Windows Server 2003. See Chapter 5 for
details.

Appendix F Product Configuration Record Table

provides a table to be filled with your server configuration.

Text Conventions

The following conventions are used throughout this manual. For safety symbols, see "SAFETY
INDICATIONS" provided earlier.

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IMPORTANT:

NOTE:

Items that are mandatory or require attention when using the server

Helpful and convenient piece of information

IN THE PACKAGE

The carton contains various accessories, as well as the server itself. See the packing list to make
sure that you have everything and that individual components are not damaged. If you find any
component missing or damaged, contact your service representative.

 Store the provided accessories in a designated place for your convenience. You will need

them to install an optional device or troubleshoot your server, as well as to set it up.

 Make a backup copy of each provided floppy disk, if any. Store the original disk as the

master disk in a designated place, and use its copy.

 Improper use of any provided CD-ROM may alter your system environment. If you find

anything unclear, immediately ask your service representative for help.

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CONTENTS

Preface ..............................................................................................................................................i

About This User's Guide..................................................................................................................ii

In the Package.................................................................................................................................iii

Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Server........................................................................ 1-1

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

Safety Notes..................................................................................................................................1-3

General .....................................................................................................................................1-3

Power Supply and Power Cord Use .........................................................................................1-4

Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection....................................................................1-5

Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices...........................................................................1-6

During Operation .....................................................................................................................1-7

For Proper Operation....................................................................................................................1-8

Transfer to Third Party .................................................................................................................1-9

Disposal and Consumables.........................................................................................................1-10

User Support...............................................................................................................................1-11

Chapter 2 General Description ..................................................................................... 2-1

Overview ......................................................................................................................................2-2

System Chassis .............................................................................................................................2-3

Front View................................................................................................................................2-3

Rear View.................................................................................................................................2-6

Internal View............................................................................................................................2-8

Mother Board..............................................................................................................................2-10

Standard Features .......................................................................................................................2-12

Power Supply .........................................................................................................................2-13

Peripheral Bays ......................................................................................................................2-13

Remote Power-On Feature (Wake On LAN)..........................................................................2-13

AC LINK Feature...................................................................................................................2-13

Security ..................................................................................................................................2-13

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ....................................................................................................2-14

NEC ESMPRO.......................................................................................................................2-14

Off-line Maintenance Utility..................................................................................................2-15

System Diagnostic Utility ......................................................................................................2-15

Remote Management..............................................................................................................2-15

Using Your Server.......................................................................................................................2-16

POWER Switch......................................................................................................................2-16

Power Off...............................................................................................................................2-20

SLEEP Switch........................................................................................................................2-20

DVD-ROM Drive...................................................................................................................2-21

Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server ................................................................................ 3-1

Setup Flow....................................................................................................................................3-2

Unpacking the System ..................................................................................................................3-3

Installing Optional Devices ..........................................................................................................3-3

Selecting Server Site.....................................................................................................................3-4

Connecting Peripheral Devices.....................................................................................................3-6

Connecting Power Cord................................................................................................................3-8

Turning On the Server ................................................................................................................3-10

Installing Operating System .......................................................................................................3-12

Installing Utilities .......................................................................................................................3-12

Making Backup Copies of System Information..........................................................................3-12

Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server.............................................................................. 4-1

System BIOS (BIOS Setup Utility) ..............................................................................................4-2

Starting SETUP Utility.............................................................................................................4-3

Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage.....................................................................4-4

Configuration Examples...........................................................................................................4-5

Menu and Parameter Descriptions ...........................................................................................4-9

Setup Utility................................................................................................................................4-31

Running Setup Utility.............................................................................................................4-31

Menu Tree ..............................................................................................................................4-33

Operating Procedures for Setup Utility ..................................................................................4-34

Add-in Card's BIOS....................................................................................................................4-44

Configuring Mother Board Jumpers...........................................................................................4-45

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Chapter 5 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup............................... 5-1

About Express Setup ....................................................................................................................5-2

Microsoft Windows Server 2003..................................................................................................5-3

Installation Notice ....................................................................................................................5-3

The Flow of Setup....................................................................................................................5-8

Installing and Setting Device Drivers.....................................................................................5-14

Setting for Solving Problems .................................................................................................5-22

Installing Maintenance Utilities .............................................................................................5-26

Updating the System – Installing Service Pack –...................................................................5-27

Making Backup Copies of System Information .....................................................................5-27

Installing with the OEM-FD for Mass Storage Device ..........................................................5-28

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Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities ....................................................................... 6-1

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER...........................................................................................................6-2

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER for DOS-Based with Local Console.............................................6-4

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER for DOS-based with Remote Console..........................................6-9

Starting ...................................................................................................................................6-10

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER for Windows-Based (Master Control Menu)..............................6-13

Configuration Diskette Creator...................................................................................................6-14

NEC ESMPRO ...........................................................................................................................6-18

Functions and Features...........................................................................................................6-18

Web-based Promise Array Manager ...........................................................................................6-19

MegaRAID Storage Manager (Server).......................................................................................6-19

Setup with Express Setup.......................................................................................................6-19

Manual Setup .........................................................................................................................6-19

MegaRAID Storage Manager (Management PC) .......................................................................6-19

Power Console Plus....................................................................................................................6-20

Major Functions .....................................................................................................................6-20

Components............................................................................................................................6-20

Server Setup ...........................................................................................................................6-22

Management PC Setup...........................................................................................................6-23

NEC DianaScope........................................................................................................................6-24

Chapter 7 Maintenance.................................................................................................. 7-1

Making Backup Copies ................................................................................................................7-1

Cleaning........................................................................................................................................7-2

Cleaning the Server ..................................................................................................................7-3

Cleaning the Interior.................................................................................................................7-4

Cleaning the Keyboard/Mouse.................................................................................................7-5

Cleaning Disc ...........................................................................................................................7-6

System Diagnostics.......................................................................................................................7-7

Test Items.................................................................................................................................7-7

Startup and Exit of System Diagnostics ...................................................................................7-8

Relocating/Storing The Server....................................................................................................7-11

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Chapter 8 Troubleshooting........................................................................................... 8-1

System Viewers ............................................................................................................................8-2

Lamps ...........................................................................................................................................8-3

POWER/SLEEP Lamp.............................................................................................................8-4

Access Lamps...........................................................................................................................8-4

DISK Access Lamp ..................................................................................................................8-4

LINK/ACT Lamp.....................................................................................................................8-4

1000/100/10 Lamp ...................................................................................................................8-5

100/10 Lamp ............................................................................................................................8-5

Hard Disk Drive Lamp.............................................................................................................8-5

Error Messages .............................................................................................................................8-7

Error Messages after Power-on................................................................................................8-7

POST Error Messages ..............................................................................................................8-8

Beep Codes.............................................................................................................................8-11

Solving Problems........................................................................................................................8-12

Problems with NEC Express Server.......................................................................................8-12

Problems with Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions ...............................................................8-16

Problems with Windows Server 2003 R2...............................................................................8-17

Problems with Windows Server 2003 ....................................................................................8-18

Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ............................................................................8-21

Problems with Express Setup.................................................................................................8-22

Problems with Disk Array Configuration...............................................................................8-25

Problems with Master Control Menu .....................................................................................8-26

Collecting Event Log .............................................................................................................8-26

Collect Configuration Information.........................................................................................8-27

Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information ......................................................................8-27

Memory Dump.......................................................................................................................8-27

Off-line Maintenance Utility ......................................................................................................8-28

Starting the Off-line Maintenance Utility...............................................................................8-28

Features of Off-line Maintenance Utility ...............................................................................8-29

Resetting the Server....................................................................................................................8-30

Forced Shutdown........................................................................................................................8-30

Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server ................................................................................ 9-1

Safety Notes..................................................................................................................................9-2

Static Precautions .........................................................................................................................9-3

Preparing for Installation and Removal........................................................................................9-4

Installation or Removal Procedure ...............................................................................................9-5

Left Side Cover ........................................................................................................................9-5

Front Mask ...............................................................................................................................9-8

3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive (SAS Model).................................................................................9-10

3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive (SATA Model)...............................................................................9-17

PCI Board...............................................................................................................................9-23

DIMM ....................................................................................................................................9-33

Processor (CPU).....................................................................................................................9-42

File Device .............................................................................................................................9-48

Additional HDD Cage............................................................................................................9-54

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Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagrams....................................................................... 10-1

Interface Cables ..........................................................................................................................10-2

Addition of Hard Disk Drive..................................................................................................10-2

Connection of Disk Array Controller N8103-91 (SAS) .........................................................10-4

Connection of Disk Array Controller N8103-101 (SATA2)...................................................10-6

Connection of 5.25-inch Device.............................................................................................10-9

Power Cables ............................................................................................................................10-11

Appendix A Specifications............................................................................................A-1

Appendix B Other Precautions.....................................................................................B-1

Transfer Rate of the On-board LAN Controller ...................................................................... B-1

Server Management Software ................................................................................................. B-1

Floppy Disk............................................................................................................................. B-1

DVD/CD-ROM....................................................................................................................... B-4

Tape Media.............................................................................................................................. B-4

Keyboard................................................................................................................................. B-5

Mouse...................................................................................................................................... B-6

Appendix C IRQ and I/O Port Address.........................................................................C-1

Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions........................................D-1

Before Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions.................................................................D-1

Optional Board Supported by NEC EXPRESSBUILDER......................................................D-1

Installing Service Pack ............................................................................................................D-2

Updating System .....................................................................................................................D-2

Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk ...........................D-2

Manual Installation when N8103-80F Keeps Connection.......................................................D-2

Mounting MO Device .............................................................................................................D-2

About Removable Media ........................................................................................................D-2

Creating Partition Size ............................................................................................................D-3

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions.............................................................................D-4

Creating "Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER".. D-4

Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Clean Installation ...........................................................D-6

Reinstallation to Multiple Logical Drives ...............................................................................D-8

Updating the System .............................................................................................................D-10

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Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................D-11

PROSet..................................................................................................................................D-11

Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)........................................D-12

Network Driver .....................................................................................................................D-13

Re-install the Network Driver ............................................................................................... D-14

Re-install the Optional Network Board Driver......................................................................D-15

Installation of the Optional Network Board Driver...............................................................D-15

Graphics Accelerator Driver.................................................................................................. D-16

Optional Network Board Driver............................................................................................ D-18

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75)......................................................................D-19

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-95)......................................................................D-19

Installing Disk Array Controller Driver (N8103-80F) ..........................................................D-19

About Windows Activation ...................................................................................................D-20

Setting for Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information).....................................................D-22

Appendix E Installing Windows Server 2003 .............................................................. E-1

Before Installing Windows Server 2003 ...................................................................................... E-1

Optional Board Supported by NEC EXPRESSBUILDER...................................................... E-1

Installing Service Pack ............................................................................................................ E-2

Updating System ..................................................................................................................... E-2

Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk ........................... E-2

Manual Installation when N8103-80F Keeps Connection....................................................... E-2

Mounting MO Device .............................................................................................................E-2

About Removable Media ........................................................................................................ E-2

Application of Service Pack.................................................................................................... E-2

Creating Partition Size ............................................................................................................ E-3

Installing Windows Server 2003..................................................................................................E-4

Creating "Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" ..................... E-4

Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation ................................................................................ E-6

Reinstallation to Multiple Logical Drives ............................................................................... E-9

Re-installing the Operation System if Multiple Logical Drives Exist................................... E-11

Updating the System .............................................................................................................E-12

Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................ E-13

PROSet.................................................................................................................................. E-13

Network Driver ..................................................................................................................... E-14

Re-install the Network Driver ............................................................................................... E-15

Graphics Accelerator Driver.................................................................................................. E-16

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95)................................................................. E-18

Installing Disk Array Controller Driver (N8103-80F) .......................................................... E-18

Notes of N8103-75................................................................................................................ E-19

About Windows Activation ................................................................................................... E-20

Available Switch Options for Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini File....................................... E-22

Setting for Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information)..................................................... E-23

Appendix F Product Configuration Record Table ...................................................... F-1

Hardware................................................................................................................................. F-1

Software .................................................................................................................................. F-3

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Chapter 1

Notes on Using Your Server

This chapter includes information necessary for proper and safe operation of your server.

1-2 Notes on Using Your Server

WARNING LABELS

The warning label is attached to components with possible danger or their vicinity in your server to
inform the user that a hazardous situation may arise when operating the server. (Do not intentionally
remove or damage any of the labels.)

If you find any labels totally/partially removed or illegible due to damage, contact your service
representative.

Notes on Using Your Server 1-3

SAFETY NOTES

This section provides notes on using your server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure proper
and safe use of the server. For symbols, see "SAFETY INDICATIONS" provided earlier.

General

WARNING

Do not use the server for services where critical high availability may directly
affect human lives.

Your server is not intended to be used with or control facilities or devices
concerning human lives, including medical devices, nuclear facilities and
devices, aeronautics and space devices, transportation facilities and devices;
and facilities and devices requiring high reliability. NEC assumes no liability
for any accident resulting in personal injury, death, or property damage if the
server has been used in the above conditions.

Do not use the server if any smoke, odor, or noise is present.

If smoke, odor, or noise is present, immediately turn off the server and
disconnect the power plug from the outlet, then contact your service
representative. Using the server in such conditions may cause a fire.

Keep needles or metal objects away from the server.

Do not insert needles or metal objects into ventilation holes in the server or
openings in the floppy disk or DVD-ROM drive. Doing so may cause an
electric shock.

CAUTION

Do not access inside your server for a service or replacement of the internal
components.

The service representative can only install or remove the internal components
and optional devices. To avoid personal injury or electrical shock, contact
your service representative when your need to install/remove the internal
components.

Keep water or foreign matter away from the server.

Do not let any form of liquid (water etc.) or foreign matter (e.g., pins or paper
clips) enter the server. Failure to follow this warning may cause an electric
shock, a fire, or a failure of the server. When such things accidentally enter
the server, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug
from the outlet. Do not disassemble the server. Contact your service
representative.

1-4 Notes on Using Your Server

Power Supply and Power Cord Use

Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand.

Do not disconnect/connect the plug while your hands are wet. Failure to
follow this warning may cause an electric shock.

Plug in to a proper power source.

Use a proper wall outlet. Use of an improper power source may cause a fire
or a power leak.
Do not install the server where you need an extension cord. Use of a cord that
does not meet the power specifications of your server may heat up the cord
and cause a fire.

Do not connect the power cord to an outlet that has an illegal number of
connections.

The electric current exceeding the rated flow overheats the outlet, which may
cause a fire.

Do not pull the cable when disconnecting it.

When disconnecting the cable from the device, hold the cable connector and
pull it straight out. Pulling the cable out by the cable portion or giving
mechanical stress to the connector could damage the cables and connectors
to result in an electrical shock hazard or a fire.

Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes.

Heat generation resulting from a halfway inserted power plug (imperfect
contact) may cause a fire. Heat will also be generated if condensation is
formed on dusty blades of the halfway inserted plug, increasing the possibility
of fire.

Use the authorized power cord only.

Use only the power cord that comes with your server. Use of an unauthorized
power cord may cause a fire when the electric current exceeds the rated flow.
Also, observe the following to prevent an electric shock or fire caused by a
damaged cord.

■ Do not stretch the cord harness.

■ Do not pinch the power cord.

■ Do not bend the power cord.

■ Keep chemicals away from the power cord.

■ Do not twist the power cord.

■ Do not place any object on the power cord.

■ Do not bundle power cords.

■ Do not alter, modify, or repair the power cord.

■ Do not secure the power cord with staples or equivalents.

■ Do not use any damaged power cord. (Replace a damaged power cord

with a new one of the same specifications. Ask your service representative
for replacement.)

WARNING

CAUTION

Notes on Using Your Server 1-5

Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection

WARNING

Disconnect the power cord(s) before installing or removing the server.

Make sure to power off the server and disconnect the power cord(s) from a
power outlet before installing/removing the server. All voltage is removed only
when the power cords are unplugged.

CAUTION

Never attempt to lift the server only by yourself.

Your server weighs max 20 kg (depending on its hardware configuration).
Carrying the server only by yourself may strain your back. Hold the server
firmly by its bottom with at least two or more people. Do not hold the front
mask to lift the server. The front mask may be disengaged from the server,
causing personal injury.

Do not install the server in any place other than specified.

Do not install the server in the following places or any place other than
specified in this manual. Failure to follow this instruction may cause a fire.

■ a dusty place

■ a humid place such as near a boiler

■ a place exposed to direct sunlight

■ an unstable place

Do not connect any interface cable with the power cord of the server plugged
to a power source.

Make sure to power off the server and unplug the power cord from a power
outlet before installing/removing any optional internal device or
connecting/disconnecting any interface cable to/from the server. If the server
is off-powered but its power cord is plugged to a power source, touching an
internal device, cable, or connector may cause an electric shock or a fire
resulted from a short circuit.

Do not use any unauthorized interface cable.

Use only interface cables provided by NEC and locate a proper device and
connector before connecting a cable. Using an authorized cable or
connecting a cable to an improper destination may cause a short circuit,
resulting in a fire.
Also, observe the following notes on using and connecting an interface cable.

■ Do not use any damaged cable connector.

■ Do not step on the cable.

■ Do not place any object on the cable.

■ Do not use the server with loose cable connections.

1-6 Notes on Using Your Server

Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices

WARNING

Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.

Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the server on any occasion
other than described in this manual. Failure to follow this instruction may
cause an electric shock or fire as well as malfunctions of the server.

Do not look into the DVD-ROM drive.

A laser beam used in the DVD-ROM drive is harmful to the eyes. Do not look
into or insert a mirror into the drive while the drive is powered. If a laser beam
is caught in your eyes, you may lose your eyesight (the laser beam is
invisible).

Do not remove the lithium battery.

Your server contains the lithium battery. Do not remove the battery. Placing
the lithium close to a fire or in the water may cause an explosion.

When the server does not operate appropriately due to the dead lithium
battery, contact your service representative. Do not disassemble the server to
replace or recharge the battery by yourself.

Disconnect the power plug before accessing inside the server, or connecting
the peripherals.

Make sure to power off the server and disconnect the power plug from a
power outlet before cleaning or installing/removing internal optional devices.
Touching any internal device of the server with its power cord connected to a
power source may cause an electric shock even of the server is off-powered.

Disconnect the power plug from the outlet occasionally and clean the plug
with a dry cloth. Heat will be generated if condensation is formed on a dusty
plug, which may cause a fire.

CAUTION

Avoid installation in extreme temperature conditions.

Immediately after the server is powered off, its internal components such as
hard disk drives are very hot. Leave the server until its internal components
fully cool down before installing/removing any component.

Make sure to complete board installation.

Always install a board firmly. An incompletely installed board may cause a
contact failure, resulting in smoking or fire.

Protect the unused connectors with the protective cap.

The unused power supply cable connectors are covered with the protective
cap to prevent short circuits and electrical hazards, when removing the power
supply cable connector from the install devices, attach the protective cap to
the connector. Failure to follow this warning may cause a fire or an electric
shock.

During Operation

Stay away from the fan.

Keep your hand or hair away from the cooling fan on the rear of the server.
Failure to follow this warning may get your hand or hair caught in the fan,
resulting in injury.

Avoid contact with the server during thunderstorms.

Disconnect the power plug from the outlet when a thunderstorm is
approaching. If it starts thundering before you disconnect the power plug, do
not touch any part of the server including the cables. Failure to follow this
warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.

Keep animals away from the server.

Failure to follow this warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.

Do not leave the CD tray open.

Notes on Using Your Server 1-7

CAUTION

If dust gets on the lens of DVD-ROM drive, the drive may have problems
reading your disks.
Also, the CD tray may be broken by contacting any objects.

Take off the headset before connection.

To protect your ears, take off the headset before connecting it to the headset
jack. Make sure that the volume is not extremely turned up before connection.

Do not place any object on top of the server.

The server may fall and cause property damage to the surroundings.

Do not use a cellular phone or pager around the server.

Turn off the cellular phone or pager. Radio interference may cause
malfunctions of the server.

1-8 Notes on Using Your Server

FOR PROPER OPERATION

Observe the following notes for successful operation of the server. Use of the server ignoring the
notes will cause malfunctions or failures of the server.

 Install the server in a place that meets requirements for successful operation. For details,

see Chapter 3, "Setting Up Your Server."

 If the power cord supplied with your system is not compatible with the AC wall outlet in

your region, contact your service representative to obtain a suitable power cord.

 Make sure to power off the server before connecting or disconnecting cables between the

server and peripheral devices.

 Verify that the access lamp on the server is unlit before turning off the server or ejecting

the floppy disk.

 When plugging the power cord to the system, you may experience 10 seconds delay from

the time you press the POWER/SLEEP switch on the front panel. This is normal system
operation.

 When you have just turned off the server, wait at least 10 seconds before turning it back

on. If the server is connected to the UPS, set at least 10 seconds delay in the power-on
schedule.

 For the disk which does not conform to the CD standard, the playback of such a disk with

the CD drive is not guaranteed.

 Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet before relocating the server.

 Clean the server on a regular basis. (See Chapter 7 for cleaning.) Regular cleaning

proactively prevents various failures of the server.

 Lightning may cause a momentary voltage drop. To prevent this problem, it is

recommended to use of an uninterruptible power supply unit.

 Make sure to use optional devices supported by the server. Some non-supported devices

may be physically installed/connected but cause failures of the server as well as
malfunctions of the server.

 NEC recommends you use NEC's genuine products. Some third-party products claim that

they support the server. However, repair of the server due to a failure or damage resulted
from use of such third-party products will be charged.

Notes on Using Your Server 1-9

TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY

The following must be observed when you transfer (or sell) the server or software provided with the
server to a third party:

Make sure to provide this manual along with the server to a third party.

IMPORTANT: About data on the hard disk drive

Be sure to take appropriate measures not to leak important data (e.g.,
customers' information or companies' management information) on the
removed hard disk drive to any third parties.

Data seems to be erased when you empty "Recycle Bin" of Windows or
execute the "format" command of the operating system. However, the
actual data remains written on the hard disk drive. Data not erased
completely may be restored by special software and used for
unexpected purposes.

It is strongly recommended that the software or service (both available
at stores) for data erasure should be used in order to avoid the trouble
explained above. For details on data erasure, ask your sales
representative.

Provided software

To transfer or sell any software application that comes with the server to a third party, the following
requirements must be satisfied:

 All provided software applications must be transferred and no backup copies must be

retained.

 Transfer requirements listed in "Software License Agreement" that comes with each

software application must be satisfied.

 Software applications that are not approved for transfer must be uninstalled before

transferring the server.

1-10 Notes on Using Your Server

DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES

 Dispose of the server, all the internal devices and DVD/CD-ROMs according to all

national laws and regulations.

IMPORTANT:

 For disposal (or replacement) of the battery on the mother board of

the server, consult with your service representative.

 It is the user's responsibility to completely erase or modify all the

data stored in storage device such as hard disk drive so that the data
cannot be restored.

 Your server contains some components that are only good for a limited period of time and

require replacement, such as fans, internal batteries, the internal DVD-ROM drive, the
floppy disk drive, and the mouse. For stable operation of the server, NEC recommends
you replace these components on a regular basis. Consult with your service representative
for replacement or the product lives.

WARNING

Do not remove the lithium battery.

Your server contains the lithium battery. Do not remove the battery. Placing the
lithium or nickel cadmium battery close to a fire or in the water may cause an
explosion.

When the server does not operate appropriately due to the dead lithium battery,
contact your service representative. Do not disassemble the server to replace or
recharge the battery by yourself.

Mother board

Notes on Using Your Server 1-11

USER SUPPORT

Before Asking for Repair, do the following when the server appears to fail:

1. Check if the power cord and the cables to other devices are properly connected.

2. See Chapter 8 to find if your problem fits the description. If it does, take the

recommended measure for it.

3. Check if the software required for operation of the server is properly installed.

If the server still appears to fail after you have taken the above actions, consult with your service
representative immediately. Take notes on lamp indications of the server and alarm indications on
the display unit before consultation, which may provide a significant help to your service
representative.

1-12 Notes on Using Your Server

Advice for Health

The longer you keep using the computer equipment, the more you become
tired, which may cause disorders of your body. When you use a computer,
observe the following to keep yourself from getting tired:

Good Working Posture

You have good posture if the following are satisfied when you use a
computer:

• You sit on a chair with your back straight.

• Your hands are parallel with the floor when you put them on the

keyboard.

• You look at the screen slightly lower than your eye height.

You have "good working posture" as described in the above when no part
of your body is under excess strain, in other words when your muscles are
most relaxed.

You have "bad posture" when you sit with your back hunched up or you
operate a display unit with your face close to the screen. Bad working
posture may cause eye strain or poor eyesight.

Adjustment of Display Unit Angles

Most display units are designed for adjustment of the horizontal and
vertical angles. This adjustment is important to prevent the screen from
reflecting bright lights and to make the display contents easy to see. You
will not be able to keep "good working posture" and you will feel more tired
than you should if you operate a display unit without adjusting horizontal
and vertical angles.

Adjustment of Screen Brightness and Contrast

The display unit has brightness and contrast adjustment functions. The
most suitable brightness and contrast depend on the individual and the
working environment (well-lighted room or insufficient light). Adjust
brightness and contrast so that the screen will be easy to see. An
extremely bright or dark screen will give a bad effect to your eyes.

Adjustment of Keyboard Angle

The keyboard provided with the server is designed for adjustment of an
angle. Adjust the keyboard angle at which the keyboard is easy to operate.
The adjustment assists in reducing strain on your shoulders, arms, and
fingers.

Cleaning of Equipment

Clean equipment regularly. It is difficult to see the display contents on a
dusty screen. Keeping equipment clean is also important for your sight.

Fatigue and Rest

If you feel tired, you should stop working and do light exercises.

Chapter 2

General Description

This chapter provides information that you should be familiar with before using the server. It
includes names and functions of the components and features of the server.

2-2 General Description

OVERVIEW

Your server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Intel® Xeon® processor family. It is
a solid performer and offers the latest technology. The combination of compute performance,
memory capacity, and integrated I/O provides a high performance environment for many server
market applications. These range from large corporations supporting remote offices to small
companies looking to obtain basic connectivity capability such a file and print services, e-mail, web
access, web site server, etc. Your server is housed and available as a tower-based system.

Front View

As application requirements increase, you can expand your server with an additional memory, add­in boards and peripheral devices; tape devices, and hard disk drives. The server features the
following major components.

 A high-performance Intel Xeon processor

 Up to 24GB of memory (using 4GB DIMMs)

Minimum configuration is 1GB of memory

 Dual channel memory configuration

 Five integrated I/O expansion PCI slots for add-in boards (three PCI Express slots, one

64-bit/100 MHz slot and one 32-bit/33 MHz slot)

 Onboard enhanced IDE interface controller

 Onboard SAS RAID controller

 Onboard 1000/100/10 network controller

 Four hard disk drive expansion bays

 Embedded PC-compatible support (serial, parallel, mouse, keyboard, USB, LAN, and

video)

SYSTEM CHASSIS

Names and functions of the components are shown below.

Front View

SAS Model

General Description 2-3

11

10

Additional slot 1

1

Additional slot 2

2

3

4

5

6

7

9

8

2-4 General Description

SATA Model

11

10

Additional slot 1

1

Additional slot 2

2

3

4

5

6

7

9

8

General Description 2-5

1 Front mask

The front mask protects the front face of the chassis.

2 DVD-ROM drive

The DVD-ROM drive reads data from the inserted CD-ROM or DVD-ROM.
The drive is equipped with the following:

• Open/Close button to eject the tray

• Access lamp that indicates the disk access status (lights orange while being accessed)

• Emergency hole to forcibly eject the tray

3 5.25-inch device bay

Backup file device of 5.25-inch width such as DAT drive or MO drive may be installed in the

5.25-inch device bay.
A DVD-ROM drive is factory-installed in the bottom bay.
To install a DVD-RAM drive or internal AIT (IDE), install it in the bottom bay. In this case, move
the DVD-ROM drive to the additional slot 1 and connect it as a master drive.

4 Disk access lamp (green)

The disk access lamp is lit while the system accesses to an internal hard disk drive. If the
internal hard disk drive is connected to the optional board, this lamp can be lit only when the
LED cable provided with the server is connected.

5 POWER/SLEEP lamp (green)

Lights green when the server is powered on. Blinks green when the system is placed in the
sleep mode.

6 POWER/SLEEP switch

The POWER/SLEEP switch is used to turn the power of the server ON/OFF. If you press this
switch once, the power is turned on with the lamp going on green. If you press the switch
again, the power is turned off.

Some OS setting can provide the function of switching to the power saving (sleep) mode. If
you press the POWER/SLEEP switch once after the setting, the system enters into the power
saving mode. If you press the switch again, the system returns to the normal state.
(Depending on installed optional boards, the function cannot be provided.)

7 USB connectors

The USB connectors are connected with devices accepting the USB interface.

8 Stabilizer

Use the stabilizers to prevent the server from falling down. Close the stabilizers when laying
the server down.

9 Hard disk drive bay

The bay can contain hard disk drives.

10 Release tabs (4 at an end of front mask)

The release tabs are provided to unlock the front mask. Press the tabs to remove the front
mask.

11 3.5-inch floppy disk drive bay

The bay can contain an internal USB floppy disk drive (option).

2-6 General Description

Rear View

6

7

11-1

11-2

10

12

45

10

8

8

10
13

1

2

3

9

1 AC inlet

The AC inlet is connected with the power cord.

2 Fixing screws (2)

Secures the left side cover.

3 Cover lock plate

Installing a theft prevention device
protects the internal components of the
workstation from being stolen.

2

General Description 2-7

4 Mouse connector

The mouse connector is connected with the mouse coming with the server.

5 Keyboard connector

The keyboard connector is connected with keyboard coming with the server.

6 Serial port connector

The serial port connector is used to connect the server to a device with the serial interface. The
server cannot be directly connected to a leased line through the connector.

7 Monitor connector

The monitor connector is connected with the display unit.

8 1000/100/10 lamp

1000/100/10 lamp indicates the transfer rate of LAN port.

9 100/10 lamp

100/10 lamp indicates the transfer rate of management LAN port.

LINK/ACT lamp

10

The LINK/ACT lamp shows the LAN access status.

11 LAN connector

The LAN connector is connected with a network system on LAN (1000BASE-T/100BASE­TX/10BASE-T). The value following the bold-faced number indicates the port number.

12 USB connectors

The USB connectors are connected with devices accepting the USB interface.

13 Management LAN port

2-8 General Description

Internal View

SAS Model

3-2

12 45-16

7

8

5-2

3-1

10 9

SATA Model

3-2

General Description 2-9

12 45-16

7

8

5-2

1 Power supply unit
2 Mother board
3 Cooling fan

3-1 Front
3-2 Rear

4 DIMMs
5 CPU heat sink

5-1 CPU 1
5-2 CPU 2 (additional)

6 DVD-ROM drive
7 5.25-inch device bay

A standard DVD-ROM drive is factory-installed in the bottom slot.

8 Hard disk drive bay

For SAS model, the HDD cage is factory installed.

9 PCI guide rail

10 3.5-inch hard disk drive (optional)

3-1

10 9

2-10 General Description

MOTHER BOARD

20 2 4-1 3

19

1-1

1-2

4-2

18

4-5
4-4

17 16 15 13 12-5 11 10 9 8 4-3

14 12-1 to 12-4

12-6

2

5-5
5-4

6

7

5-0 to 5-3

General Description 2-11

1

Processor socket

1-1 CPU1 socket
1-2 CPU2 socket

2

Power connectors

3

DIMM sockets
(DIMM #A-1, #A-2, #A-3, #B-1, #B-2, and #B-3 from bottom to top)

4

Cooling fan connector
4-1: CPU1 heat sink fan
4-2: CPU2 heat sink fan
4-3: Front fan
4-4: Rear fan
4-5: VR fan

5

SAS connector
(Not provided for SATA model. The last digit shows a channel number.)

6

Connector for RAID5 activation key

7

SAS SW RAID select jumper switch (Not provided for SATA model.)
See Chapters 4 and 9 for switch setting.

8

Disk LED connector

9

USB port connector

10

USB device connector

11

IDE connector

12

Serial ATA connector
(12-1 to 12-4 are not provided for SAS model. The last digit shows a channel number.)

13

Lithium battery

14

Switch/LED cable connector

15

CMOS configuration jumper switch

16

Serial port B connector (for option device)

17

IPMB connctor

18

PCI board slots (#1 to #5 from top)
18-1: PCIe ×4
18-2: 64-bit/100MHz PCI-X
18-3: PCIe ×8
18-4: PCIe ×1 (connector: ×4)
18-5: 32-bit/33MHz PCI

19

Connector for external device

20

Reserved

2-12 General Description

STANDARD FEATURES

High performance Expandability

 Dual-Core Intel
 High-speed 1000BASE-T/100BASE-

TX/10BASE-T interface
(1Gbps/100Mbps/10Mbps supported)

 High-speed disk access (SATA2)
 Dual channel memory configuration

High-reliability Many Available Features

 BIOS password feature
 Temperature detection
 Cooling fan monitoring feature
 Internal voltage monitoring feature
 Memory monitoring feature (single-bit

error correction/double-bit error detection)

 CPU/memory degradation feature
 Disk array (SATA2/SAS)
 Bus parity error detection
 Error notification



Xeon Processor

 Large memory of up to 24GB

(six 4GB DIMMs)

 USB interface (USB 2.0)
 Five integrated I/O expansion PCI slots

- PCI Express (x8): 1 slot

- PCI Express (x4): 1 slot

- PCI Express (x1): 1 slot

- PCI-X (64-bit/100 MHz): 1 slot

- PCI bus (32-bit/33 MHz): 1 slot

 Serial ATA x6 channels

(x2 channels for SAS model)

 Ultra ATA 100 x1 channel
 Up to two multi-processors
 Can be used as rack-mount type.

(N81243-64F rack conversion kit is
required.)

 El Torito Bootable CD-ROM (no emulation

mode) format support

 Remote power-on feature
 AC-LINK feature
 Disk array (SATA)
 IPMI v2.0 compliant Baseboard

Management Controller (BMC)

Self-diagnosis

 Power On Self-Test (POST)
 Test and Diagnosis

Management Utilities Easy and Fine Setup

 NEC ESMPRO
 Off-line Maintenance Utility
 NEC DianaScope
 NEC EXPRESSSCOPE Engine

Power Saving Feature

 Sleep feature

(available for Windows Server 2003)

 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER (system setup

utility)

 BIOS setup utility
 Configuration Diskette Creator

General Description 2-13

Power Supply

The system contains one auto-sensing 600-watt power supply at an operating frequency of 50/60
Hz.

The power supply is designed to comply with existing emission standards and provide sufficient
power for a fully loaded system configuration.

Peripheral Bays

The system supports a variety of standard PC AT-compatible peripheral devices. The chassis
includes these peripheral bays:

 Three 5.25-inch file bays for installing 5.25-inch peripheral devices such as an optional

tape drives. (A DVD-ROM drive is factory-installed.)

 The 3.5-inch device bays for installing up to four SATA or SAS hard disk drives.

Remote Power-On Feature (Wake On LAN)

The remote power-on function turns on the server through a network. It sends a special packet from
the management computer to a remote server to turn it on if the server is off-powered.

To enable this feature, you must select "Enabled" for each submenu in the Power Management
Setup of the Advanced menu of the BIOS setup utility, "SETUP." (See Chapter 4.)

The remote power-on feature is not available in the following cases. Press the POWER/SLEEP
switch once to start the OS, and turn off the server in an appropriate procedure.

 Abnormal previous system shut-down

 No power supply to the server (due to turned-off breaker, disconnected power cord, power

blackout, etc.)

AC LINK Feature

When the power cord of the server is connected to an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) unit, the
server supports the power linkage feature that enables control over the power supply from the UPS
to the server. The AC LINK feature can be enabled or disabled with Power Management Setup in
the Server menu of the BIOS setup utility, "SETUP." (See Chapter 4.)

Security

The BIOS setup utility provides a number of security features to prevent unauthorized or accidental
access to the system. Once the security measures are enabled, access to the system is allowed only
after the user enters the correct password(s). For example:

 Set and enable an administrative password.

 Set and enable a user password

 Check the user account when entering the BIOS setup utility or booting the system.

2-14 General Description

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER

The CD-ROM that comes with the server contains a setup utility called "NEC
EXPRESSBUILDER."

The major functions of the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER are:

 To install the Operating System.

"Express Setup" helps you to install the Windows Operating System. (See Chapter 5)

 To diagnose the system.

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER includes the System Diagnostics to check your server. (See
Chapter 6)

 To create support disks.

Use this function to create the support disks used to boot the utilities from the floppy disk,
or the OEM floppy disk used for a manual installation of Windows. (See Chapter 6)

 To update the BIOS.

Use this function to update the system BIOS or firmware of the server. (See Chapter 6)

 To update the Windows System*

"Update Express5800 system" in Master Control Menu (Windows-based NEC
EXPRESSBUILDER feature) updates the several drivers of Microsoft Windows. (See
Chapter 6)

 To install the utilities.

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER includes some management software for Windows (NEC
ESMPRO, NEC DianaScope and so on) and maintenance utilities for DOS (System
diagnostics, Off-line Maintenance Utility and so on).

You can install the applications for Windows from Master Control Menu and install the
utilities for DOS from Tools menu. (See Chapter 6)

 To read the online documents*

You can refer to the online documents from Master Control Menu. (See Chapter 6)

* These functions are available under the Windows system.

NOTE: Some features among those listed above can be used from the

remote computer via cross cable (COM), or LAN. See Chapter 6 for
details.

NEC ESMPRO

The NEC ESMPRO is server management software that runs on the OS. The NEC ESMPRO
includes the NEC ESMPRO Manager for the server monitoring terminal and the NEC ESMPRO
Agent for the NEC Express server.

NOTE: For details of major functions of the NEC ESMPRO, system

configuration and setups with the NEC ESMPRO, see Chapter 6.
Available functions of the NEC ESMPRO depend on the OS you install.
Ask your service representative for details.

General Description 2-15

Off-line Maintenance Utility

The Off-line Maintenance Utility is used for maintenance and fault analysis of the server. This
utility is usually used by the service representative. See Chapter 8 for details.

System Diagnostic Utility

The system diagnostic utility contained in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER is useful to detect
hardware failures. See Chapter 7 for details.

Remote Management

The server may be monitored and managed via LAN/WAN by installing the optional Remote
Management (N8115-03) and NEC DianaScope utility. To use the NEC DianaScope, a separately
priced server license is required.

The Remote Management performs the following:

 Monitoring of temperature, voltage, and fans

 Generation of SEL (system event log) at occurrence of hardware failure

 Monitoring of OS stall by using watchdog timer

 Notification after occurrence of OS stop error

 Remote management via LAN/WAN by using NEC DianaScope (e.g., resetting the server,

power on/off, viewing System Event Log (SEL))

NOTES:

 Notes on using Remote Management (N8115-03)

– Booting the server from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD by

using the Remote Media function is not available.

– For the latest information about Remote Console/Remote Media

function, visit our web site.

 The following functions are not supported in the command line

interface of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine.

– Power state acquisition

– STATUS LED state acquisition

2-16 General Description

USING YOUR SERVER

This section describes basic operations of your server including how to use devices such as the
floppy disk drive and the DVD-ROM drive. See Appendix B for notes on using the floppy disk, CD­ROM, and accessories including the keyboard and the mouse.

POWER Switch

Use the POWER/SLEEP switch to turn on/off the server.

Power On

Press the POWER switch on the front of the computer chassis.

The POWER/SLEEP lamp lights in green.

IMPORTANT:

 If the power cord is connected to a power control device such as a

UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), make sure that the power
control device is powered.

 Do not turn off the server until characters appear on the screen.

General Description 2-17

POST

POST (Power On Self-Test) is the self-diagnostic program stored in the system memory.

When you power on the server, the system automatically runs POST to check the mother board,
ECC memory module, CPU module, keyboard, and mouse. POST also displays messages of the
BIOS Setup utility, such as the start-up message, while in progress.

With the factory setup of the server, the NEC logo appears on the display unit while POST is in
progress. (To display the POST check results, press Esc.)

You don't always need to check the POST check results. Check messages that POST displays when:

 you use the NEC Express server for the first time.

 the server appears to fail.

 the server beeps for many times between power-on and OS start-up.

 an error message appears on the display unit.

2-18 General Description

POST Execution Flow

The following describes the progress of POST in the chronological order.

IMPORTANT:

 Do not power off the server while POST is in progress.

 Do not make key entries or perform mouse operations while POST

is in progress.

 Some system configurations may display the message "Press Any

Key" to prompt a key entry. This message is driven by BIOS of an
installed optional board. Make sure to read the manual that comes
with the optional board before any key entry.

 Powering on the server, after you installed or removed an optional

PCI board or moved it to another slot, may display the message that
indicates incorrect board configuration and suspend POST.
In such a case, press F1 to continue POST. Board configuration can
be made using the utility described later.

1. After a few seconds from power-on, POST starts checking the memory. The count

message of the basic and expansion memory appears at top left on the display unit screen.
The memory check may takes a few minutes to complete depending on the memory size
of the server. Also, it may take approximately one minute for the screen display to appear
after rebooting the server.

2. Some messages appear upon completion of the memory check. These messages appear to

indicate that the system has detected the CPU, keyboard, and mouse.

3. After a few seconds, POST displays the following message prompting you to launch the

BIOS SETUP utility, stored in the system memory of the server. This message appears at
bottom left on the screen.

Press <F2> to enter SETUP or Press <F12> to boot from Network

Launch the BIOS setup utility when you need to change the settings to meet the
requirements for the server. As long as the above message is not displayed with an error
message, you don't have to launch the utility. (Ignore the message. POST will
automatically proceed.)

To launch the BIOS setup utility, press F2 while the above message is displayed. See
Chapter 4 for setup and parameters.

The server automatically restarts POST all over again when you exit the SETUP utility.

4. If your server uses onboard SAS RAID feature, the following message is displayed on the

screen to prompt you to run the utility.

Press Ctrl-M to run LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility

Press Ctrl + M to run the utility. For detail explanation, see Chapter 4 for detail.

General Description 2-19

5. If the POST detects the optional add-in card, it display the message prompting you to

launch the add-in card BIOS configuration utility. (Ignore the message. POST will
automatically proceed a few seconds later.)

Refer to the manual that comes with the optional add-in card for detail.

6. If you set a password using the BIOS SETUP utility, the password entry screen appears

upon successful completion of POST.

Up to three password entries will be accepted. Three incorrect password entries disable
the server to boot. In such a case, turn off the power and wait about ten seconds before
turning on to boot the server.

IMPORTANT: Do not set a password before installing an OS.

7. The OS starts when POST completes.

POST Error Messages

When POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the display unit screen or emits beep
code. See Chapter 8 for POST error codes.

IMPORTANT: Take a note on the messages displayed before

consulting with your service representative. Alarm messages are useful
information for maintenance.

2-20 General Description

Power Off

Follow the procedure below to power off the server. If the power cord of the server is connected to a
UPS, refer to the manual that comes with the UPS or the manual for the application that controls the
UPS.

IMPORTANT: Always allow POST to complete before turning off the
server.

1. Shut down the OS.

2. Press the POWER/SLEEP switch on the front of the server.

The POWER/SLEEP lamp goes out.

3. Power off peripheral devices.

NOTE: The standby function of Windows Server is not available. Do

not select "Standby" in the Windows shutdown menu.

SLEEP Switch

The POWER/SLEEP switch allows you to save almost all power of the server (power-saving mode
or sleep mode).

Press the POWER/SLEEP switch on the front of the server to place the server in the power-saving
mode. (The POWER/SLEEP lamp blinks.) In the power-saving mode, the server retains the memory
data and the status of the previous operations.

To resume the original state, press the POWER/SLEEP switch again. (It may take a little time to
resume the original state.)

NOTE: The operational level in the power-saving mode depends on

the OS in use. (Available for Windows Server 2003.)

General Description 2-21

DVD-ROM Drive

The server is provided with the DVD-ROM drive on its front to read data from a disc.

CAUTION

Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow
these instructions may cause a fire, personal injury, or property damage. See
pages 1-3 to 1-8 for details.

■ Do not leave the tray ejected from the DVD-ROM drive.

■ Take off the headphone before you plug in the headphone jack.

Setting and Removing the Disc

Make sure that the power of the server is on (with the POWER/SLEEP lamp being lit in

1.

green) before setting the disc on the DVD-ROM drive.

2. Press the Open/Close button on the front of the DVD-ROM drive.

The tray comes out.

3. Put the disc on the tray carefully and securely with the character printed surface facing

upward.

4. Press the Open/Close button or gently push on the tray front.

The tray is automatically retracted into the DVD-ROM drive.

IMPORTANT: If a noisy sound in driving the DVD-ROM drive occurs
after setting a disc, set it again correctly.

To take out the disc from the DVD-ROM drive, press the Open/Close button in the similar way in
setting the disc to make the tray go out. If the access LED is lit in orange, the disc is being accessed.
Confirm that the access LED is not lit before pressing the Open/Close button.

Your OS may have a command to eject the tray.

When you have taken out the disc, retract the tray back in place.

2-22 General Description

When you fail to eject:

When you fail to eject the tray with the Open/Close button and take out the disc from the server,
follow the procedure below.

1. Press the POWER switch to power off the server. (The POWER/SLEEP lamp goes off.)

2. Insert a metal pin of approximately 1.2 mm in diameter and 100 mm in length (a

straightened large paper clip will make a substitute) into the emergency hole on the front
of the DVD-ROM drive and gently push it in until the tray is ejected.

Emergency hole

IMPORTANT:

 Do not use a toothpick or plastic stick that is easy to break.

 If the above procedure does not let you take out the DVD/CD-ROM,

contact your service representative.

3. Hold the tray and pull it out.

4. Take out the disc.

5. Push the tray back into position.

General Description 2-23

Use of the Disc

Keep the following notes in mind to use the disc for the server:

 For the disk which does not conform to the CD standard, the playback of such a disk with

the CD drive is not guaranteed.

 Do not drop the disc.

 Do not place anything on the disc or bend the disc.

 Do not attach any label onto the disc.

 Do not touch the signal side (nothing is printed on this side) with your hand.

 Place the disc with its printed side upward and gently put it on the tray.

 Do not scratch the disc or write anything directly on it with a pencil or ball-point pen.

 Keep the disc away from cigarette smoke.

 Do not leave the disc in a high-temperature place (e.g., place exposed to direct sunlight or

close to a heater).

 When dust or fingerprints are attached on the disc, wipe the disc from its center to edge

with a dry soft cloth slowly and gently.

 Use the CD cleaner to clean the disc. Do not use record spray/cleaner, benzene, or thinner.

 Keep the disc in a disc case when not in use.

 If the disc emits large noise in the DVD-ROM drive, remove the disc and insert it back

again.

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Chapter 3

Setting Up Your Server

This chapter describes how to set up your server appropriate for your system, on a step-by-step
basis.

3-2 Setting Up Your Server

SETUP FLOW

Follow the flowchart below to set up the server.

Unpacking the system

Unpack the server and accessories from the shipping carton box.

Installing optional devices

If you have purchased any optional device for the server, see Chapter 9 to install it.

Selecting the server site

Select a suitable site for the server.

Connecting peripheral devices

Connect peripheral devices to the server.

Connecting the power cord

Connect the power cord to the server.

Turning on the server

Power on the server to start software setups. Setups depend on the optional internal
devices installed and the peripheral devices connected.

Installing the operating system

Install an operating system to the server. See Chapter 5.

Installing the utilities

Install the utilities in the provided NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM.
See Chapter 6.

Making backup copies of system information

After all the system setup procedures are completed, make backup copies of system
information.
System information is required for recovering the server from the trouble or after
replacing the system board.

Setting Up Your Server 3-3

UNPACKING THE SYSTEM

When you receive your system, inspect the shipping containers prior to unpacking. If the shipping
boxes are damaged, note the damage, and if possible, photograph it for reference. After removing
the contents of the containers, keep the cartons and the packing materials. If the contents appear
damaged when you unpack the boxes, file a damage claim with the carrier immediately.

INSTALLING OPTIONAL DEVICES

To install any optional device, see Chapter 9, "Upgrading Your Server," for the installation
procedure. Proceed to the next section if you have no optional devices to install.

IMPORTANT: There are third-party products (memory modules, hard

disk drives, etc.) available for the server in the markets. However, NEC
recommends that you should use NEC products for stable operation.
NEC assumes no liability for data errors and failures due to malfunction
of the server resulted from installation of those third-party products.

3-4 Setting Up Your Server

A

A

SELECTING SERVER SITE

Read the following precautions before selecting a suitable site for your server. The following
describes installation of the server and connections to the server.

CAUTION

Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow
these instructions may cause a fire, personal injury, or property damage. See
pages 1-3 to 1-8 for details.

■ Never attempt to lift the server only by yourself.

■ Do not install the server in any place other than specified.

The following figure illustrates a site suitable for installing the server.

Room that satisfies the
following conditions: *
<While operating>
Temperature: 10 to 35ºC

Humidity: 20 to 80%
Temperature gradient: ±10ºC/h

tmosphere: 749 to 1040 hpa
<While halting>
Temperature: –10 to 55ºC
Humidity: 10 to 80%
Temperature gradient: ±15ºC/h

tmosphere: 749 to 1040 hpa

100 to 120 Vac/200 to 240
Vac parallel bi-polar wall
power outlet with the
ground line.

Allow clearance of at least 150 mm in

front of and behind the server.

The server must be

fixed with stabilizers.

* It is recommended that the server should be used in a room where

temperature is in the range between 15 to 25ºC.

Clean and tidy room

Close enough to connect the

mouse and the display.

Install the server on

a flat, rigid desk

Setting Up Your Server 3-5

When you have selected a server site, hold the server by its bottom with at least three persons and
carry it to the site, then place it slowly and gently.

IMPORTANT: Do not hold the server by its front mask to lift the

server. The front mask may be disengaged and damage the server.

Do not install the server in the following locations as it may cause malfunctions of the server.

 Places with drastic changes in temperature (e.g., near a heater, air conditioner, or

refrigerator)

 Places with strong vibration

 Places with corrosive gas in presence, near chemicals, or with possibilities of chemicals

sprayed over

 On a non-antistatic carpet

 Places with possibilities of falling objects

 Places where a power outlet that shares the ground line with another (especially the one to

which a device with large power consumption is connected) must be used for the server

 Places near a device generating intense magnetic field (such as a TV, radio,

broadcast/communication antenna, power transmission wire, and electromagnetic crane) is
placed

 Places near equipment that generates power noise (e.g., contact spark at power-on/power

off of commercial power supply through a relay). If you must install the server close to
such equipment, request your service representative for separate power cabling or noise
filter installation.

3-6 Setting Up Your Server

CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES

Connect peripheral devices to the server. The server is provided with connectors for wide variety of
peripheral devices. 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.

CAUTION

Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow
these instructions may cause a fire, personal injury, or property damage. See
pages 1-3 to 1-8 for details.

■ Do not use any damaged cable connector.

■ Do not use any unauthorized interface cable.

■ Do not use the server with any loose interface connection.

■ Do not step on the interface cable or place any heavy object on it.

IMPORTANT:

 Power off the server and a peripheral device before connection.

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, consult with your service representative for availability of
such a device or cable. Some third-party devices may not be used
for the server.

 To connect the provided keyboard and mouse, plug their connectors

to the server with the "∆" mark on the connectors facing right.

 Do not connect the serial ports with the telephone line directly.

 Do not connect any devices to the connectors not instructed in this

subsection. Doing so could damage the device, your server, or both.

FRONT

Setting Up Your Server 3-7

Device with the USB interface

(e.g., terminal adapter)

REAR

Keyboard

Device with the serial
interface (e.g., modem)*

Display unit

Device with the USB interface

Mouse

(e.g., terminal adapter)

Finally connect the
power cord to the
receptacle.

Hub
(multiport repeater)

LAN ports
(1000BASE-T/
100BASE-TX/
10BASE-T)

Management LAN port
(100BASE-TX/10BASE-T)

Hub
(multiport repeater)

3-8 Setting Up Your Server

CONNECTING POWER CORD

Connect the provided power cord to the server.

Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages
1-3 to 1-8 for details.

■ Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand.

Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow
these instructions may cause a fire, personal injury, or property damage. See
pages 1-3 to 1-8 for details.

■ Do not plug the power cord in to an improper power source.

■ Do not connect the power cord to an outlet that has an illegal number of

connections.

■ Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes.

■ Use the authorized power cord only.

WARNING

CAUTION

1. Plug the provided power cord into the power receptacle on the rear of the server.

2. Plug the other end of the power cord into the wall outlet.

Setting Up Your Server 3-9

NOTES:

 To connect the power cord from the server to an interruptive power

supply (UPS), use service outlets on the rear of the UPS.
Refer to the manual that comes with the UPS for details.

Connect the battery
connector when using
UPS.
Disconnect the connector
when moving the UPS to
relocate it.

 When the power cord from the server is connected to a UPS, change

the BIOS SETUP utility of the server to link with power supply
from the UPS.
Change a parameter for "AC-LINK" of the Server menu of the
BIOS SETUP utility. See Chapter 4 for details.

3-10 Setting Up Your Server

TURNING ON THE SERVER

Turn on the server and follow the on-screen instructions for setup.

IMPORTANT: Before turning on the server:

 Some optional boards require setups with the BIOS setup utility

before installation. If the server has a PCI board with the PCI-to­PCI bridge installed, the BIOS setup utility is enabled to launch.
Check on the board specifications to find out whether it requires
pre-installation setups before actually installing the board.

 Some installed optional devices or connected peripheral devices

require setups before proceeding to the next step.

To use the server with no optional devices installed besides the graphic
board, install a desired OS to the server.

1. Make sure all external devices, such as a video display, keyboard, and mouse have been

connected, and the power cords are connected.

2. Power on the video display and any other external devices.

3. Make sure that the floppy disk drive contains no floppy disk and the DVD-ROM drive

contains no bootable DVD/CD-ROM.

4. Press the POWER/SLEEP switch.

NOTES:

 If the power cord is connected to the power control unit such as the

UPS, turn on the power control unit.

 Connect the power cord and wait a few seconds before pressing the

POWER switch. The POWER/SLEEP switch does not work in a
few seconds after connecting the power cord due to firmware start­up.

Setting Up Your Server 3-11

The POWER/SLEEP lamp on the front of the server comes on.

In a few seconds, the NEC logo appears on the screen and the Power On Self-Test (POST)
begins.

The POST runs automatically when you power on the server or reset it with a keyboard
operation (Ctrl + Alt + Delete). The POST runs diagnostics, initializes the server, sets
interrupt vectors, detects installed peripheral devices, and boots the operating system (if
installed). See Chapter 2 for detailed description on POST.

If the server halts before completing the POST, the POST emits a beep code indicating a
fatal system error requiring immediate attention. (See Chapter 8, "Troubleshooting," for
troubleshooting information.)

During memory test, the POST displays the amount of memory it was able to access and
test. Depending on the amount of installed memory, it may take several minutes to
complete the memory test.

NOTE: The factory-set is defined to hide the POST screen with the

NEC logo screen. You can always change the NEC logo screen to the
POST screen by pressing Tab. To change the start-up screen, use the
BIOS setup utility. (See Chapter 4 for details.)

During the POST, you will see the banner message to prompt you to launch the BIOS setup utility
stored in ROM on the mother board or on an installed option board.

Start the BIOS setup utility appropriate to your system environment to change the CMOS Setup. For
detail explanation on the BIOS setup utility for the server, see Chapter 4. For the BIOS utility for
the option board, refer to the manual that comes with the option board.

IMPORTANT: Always allow POST to complete before turning off

your system.

3-12 Setting Up Your Server

INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEM

See Chapter 5 for installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003.

To install the other operating system, contact your service representative.

INSTALLING UTILITIES

Install the utilities that come with the server. See Chapter 6 for details.

MAKING BACKUP COPIES OF SYSTEM INFORMATION

The system information includes the current BIOS settings and any specific information for the
server.

Save the information after completing the system setup.

Without the backup data, you will not be able to recover the information.

You can save the information by the following process.

1. Insert the "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" CD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive and reboot

the system.

2. Select [Tools].

3. Select [Off-line Maintenance Utility].

4. Select [System Information Management].

5. Insert a floppy disk into the floppy disk drive.

6. Select [Save].

Chapter 4

Configuring Your Server

Configuration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration. You can configure
your system, as well as option boards you may add to your system, using the BIOS Setup utility.
Several unique system parameters are configured using the BIOS Setup utility, which is stored in
the system FLASH memory.

If your system has been factory configured, the BIOS Setup utility or RAID Configuration Utility
do not need to be run unless you want to change the password or security features, add certain types
of option boards or devices, or upgrade your mother board.

This chapter also provides information on several system configuration parameters that are set by
jumpers on the system board. However, these parameters do not usually require change.

Use NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM to create the device driver diskettes.

4-2 Configuring Your Server

SYSTEM BIOS (BIOS SETUP UTILITY)

The BIOS Setup utility is provided to make basic hardware configuration for the server. This utility
is pre-installed in the flash memory of the server and ready to run.

The server is configured with the correct parameters using the BIOS Setup utility and shipped in the
best conditions. Thus, you don't need to use the BIOS Setup utility in most cases. However, you
might wish to use the BIOS Setup utility in the cases described below.

IMPORTANT:

 The BIOS Setup utility is intended for system administrator use

only.

 The BIOS Setup utility allows you to set a password. The server is

provided with two levels of password: Supervisor and User. With
the Supervisor password, you can view and change all system
parameters of the BIOS Setup utility. With the User password,
system parameters available for viewing and changing are limited.

 Do not set any password before installing the OS.

 The server contains the latest version of the BIOS Setup utility.

Dialog boxes appear on your BIOS Setup utility, thus, may differ
from descriptions in this manual. If you find anything unclear, see
the online help or ask your service representative.

Configuring Your Server 4-3

Starting SETUP Utility

A few seconds after powering on, the following message appears at bottom left on the screen.
If NEC logo appears instead, press Esc.

Press <F2> to enter SETUP or Press <F12> to boot from Network

Press F2 to start the BIOS Setup utility and display its Main menu.

If you have previously set a password with the BIOS Setup utility, the password entry screen
appears. Enter the password.

Enter password:[ ]

Up to three password entries will be accepted. If you fail to enter the password correctly for three
consecutive times, the server halts. (You can no longer proceed.) Power off the server.

NOTE: The server is provided with two levels of password:

Supervisor and User. With the Supervisor password, you can view and
change all system parameters. With the User password, system
parameters available for viewing and changing are limited.

4-4 Configuring Your Server

Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage

Use the following keyboard keys to work with the BIOS Setup utility. These keys are also listed at
the bottom of the menu screen.

Indicates there are submenus.

Setup item
menu

Explanation of key functions menu

Cursor (↑, ↓):

Move cursor up and down. The cursor moves only to the settings

Indicates the current menu.

Online
help
window

Parameter (high-lights upon selection) menu

that you can change.

Cursor (←, →):
– and +:
Enter
Esc

Move between menus.
Select the previous value (–) or the next value (+) for the field.
Execute command or select ³ submenu.
Exit the current menu and return to the previous menu.

F1: Get Help about an item. Press Esc to return to the previous menu.
F9:
F10:

Load default configuration values for this menu.
Save configuration values and exit.

Configuring Your Server 4-5

Configuration Examples

The following describes examples of configuration required to use software-link features or for
system operations.

Time and Date Settings

You can also change the time and date settings via the operating system commands.

Select [Main] - [System Time].

Select [Main] - [System Date].

Link with Management Software

To control power supply of the server with NEC ESMPRO Manager via the network

Select [Advanced] - [Advanced Chipset Control] - [Wake On LAN/PME] - [Enabled].

Select [Server] - [AC LINK] - [Stay Off].

Hard Disk Drive

To check the hard disk drive status

Select [Main] - [Primary IDE Master] and check the status indications.

To configure the SW RAID (on-board) with SATA hard disk drives

Select [Advanced] - [Peripheral Configuration] - [SATA Controller Mode Option] ­[Enhanced]. Then select [Advanced] - [Peripheral Configuration] - [SATA RAID] ­[Enabled], and configure the RAID drive.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to set to [Enabled] after executing [Load

Setup Defaults] or CMOS clear. Leaving this parameter as the factory­set value (Disabled) may destroy the data in hard disk drive.

UPS

To link power supply with the UPS

 To power on the server when power is supply from the UPS

Select [Server] - [AC LINK] - [Power On].

 To keep the server off-powered even when power is supplied from the UPS

Select [Server] - [AC LINK] - [Stay Off].

 To keep the server off-powered even when power is supplied from the UPS if the POWER

switch was used to power off

Select [Server] - [AC LINK] - [Last State].

4-6 Configuring Your Server

Boot

To change the boot order of devices connected to the server

Select [Boot] and specify the boot order.

To control from the remote console

Select [Server] - [Console Redirection] and set each item.

Memory

To check the installed memory (DIMM board) status

Select [Advanced] - [Memory Configuration] and check the status indications.

The on-screen DIMM group numbers and socket locations on the mother board are
associated as shown in the following figure.

DIMM #B-3
DIMM #B-2
DIMM #B-1
DIMM #A-3
DIMM #A-2
DIMM #A-1

CPU #1

Motherboard

To clear the memory (DIMM board) error information

Select [Advanced] - [Memory Configuration] - [Memory Retest] - [Yes] and reboot.

To run power-on memory test

Select [Advanced] - [Memory Configuration] - [Extended RAM Step] - [1MB] and
reboot.

CPU #2

FRONTREAR

CPU

To check the installed CPU status

Select [Main] - [Processor Settings] and check the status indications.

The on-screen processor numbers and socket locations on the motherboard are associated
as shown in the figure on the previous page.

To clear the CPU error information

Select [Main] - [Processor Settings] - [Processor Retest] – [Yes] and reboot.

Keyboard

To set Numlock

Select [Advanced] - [Numlock] – [On]/[Off].

Event Log

To clear event logs

Select [Server] - [Event Log Configuration] - [Clear all Event Logs], press Enter, and
select [Yes].

Configuring Your Server 4-7

Security

To set passwords on the BIOS

Select [Security] - [Set Supervisor Password] and enter a password.

Select [Security] - [Set User Password] and enter a password.

Set Supervisor password first, then User password.

External Devices

To set up external devices

Select [Advanced] - [Peripheral Configuration] and set up each device.

Internal Devices

To install the disk array controller board or SCSI controller board

Select [Advanced] - [PCI Configuration] - [PCI Slot n Option ROM] - [Enabled].
n: slot number

To clear the hardware configuration data (after installing/removing internal devices)

Select [Advanced] - [Reset Configuration Data] - [Yes].

4-8 Configuring Your Server

Saving the Configuration Data

IMPORTANT:

configured with the on-board HostRAID, be sure to select [Advanced] ­[Peripheral Configuration] - [SATA Controller Mode Option] ­[Enhanced]. Then, select [Advanced] - [Peripheral Configuration] ­[SATA RAID Enable] - [Enabled]. Leaving this parameter as the
factory-set value (Disabled) may destroy the data in hard disk drive.

To save the current configuration data

Select [Exit] - [Exit Saving Changes] or [Save Changes].

To discard changes to the current configuration data

Select [Exit] - [Exit Discarding Changes] or [Discard Changes].

To load the user-defined default

Select [Exit] - [Load Setup Defaults].

To load the custom defaults

Select [Exit] - [Load Custom Defaults].

To save the custom defaults

Select [Exit] - [Save Custom Defaults].

If the SATA hard disk drives are used in disk array

Configuring Your Server 4-9

Menu and Parameter Descriptions

The SETUP utility has the following six major menus:

 Main

 Advanced

 Security

 Server

 Boot

 Exit

To set minute functions, select a submenu from the above menus. The following describes available
functions and parameters, as well as the factory-set, for each menu.

Main

If BIOS SETUP is started, the Main menu appears first. If you select a menu item preceded by
symbol ³ and press Enter, the appropriate submenu appears.

4-10 Configuring Your Server

The items which can be set on the Main menu screen and their functions are described below.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

System Time HH:MM:SS Set the system time.
System Date MM/DD/YYYY Set the system date.
Hard Disk Pre-Delay [Disabled]

3 seconds
6 seconds
9 seconds
12 seconds
15 seconds
21 seconds

30 seconds
Primary IDE Master
Primary IDE Slave
Secondary IDE Master
Secondary IDE Slave

Processor Settings – Shows the processor settings

Language [English (US)]

–

Français

Deutsch

Español

Italiano

Allows slower spin-up drives to
come ready.

Shows the information on the
device connected to each
channel on the submenu. If only
one hard disk drive is connected
to serial ATA channel, the
information is displayed on area
for Primary IDE.
The settings of some items may
be changed. However, leave the
items as they are at the
shipment.

submenu. See the next page.
Select which language BIOS
displays.

[ ]: Factory-set

IMPORTANT: Check and adjust the system clock before the

operation if any of the following conditions is applicable.

 After carriage of device
 After storage of device
 After the device is entered into the pause state under the

environmental condition enduring device operation (temperature:

10°C - 35°C, humidity: 20% - 80%)
Check the system clock at the rough rate of once per month. When the
system clock is installed in a system requiring high time precision, it is

recommended to use a time server (NTP server).

If the system clock is remarkably delayed or advanced as the passage of
time in spite of adjustment, contact your service representative for
maintenance.

Configuring Your Server 4-11

Processor Settings

If you select "Processor Settings" on the Main menu, the screen shown below appears.

See the table below for the items.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Processor Retest [No]

Yes

Processor Speed
Setting

Processor 1
CPUID

Processor 1 L2
Cache

Processor 2
CPUID

Processor 2 L2
Cache

nnn GHz

Numeral (0Fxx)
Disabled
Not Installed

–

Numeral (0Fxx)
Disabled
Not Installed

–

If you select [Yes], BIOS will clear
historical processor status and retest all
the processors on the next boot. This
parameter is automatically reset to "No"
at the next boot.

Displays clock speed for the processor.
(View only)

Displays CPU ID for processor 1.
"Disabled" indicates that the processor

is defected.
"Not Installed" indicates that no CPU is
installed.
(View only)
Displays L2 cache size for processor 1.

Displays CPU ID for processor 2.
"Disabled" indicates that the processor

is defected.
"Not Installed" indicates that no CPU is
installed.
(View only)
Displays L2 cache size for processor 2.

4-12 Configuring Your Server

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Execute Disable
Bit

Intel(R)
Virtualization Tech

[Disabled]
Enabled

[Disabled]
Enabled

Displayed only when the CPU supports
Execute Disable Bit.
Specify whether to enable or disable this
feature.

Specify whether to enable or disable the
virtualization technology of Intel
processor.

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Configuring Your Server 4-13

Advanced

The Advanced menu appears if you move the cursor to the position of "Advanced."

If you select a menu item preceded by symbol

³ and press Enter, the appropriate submenu appears.

See the table below for the items.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Memory
Configuration

PCI Configuration – Displays submenu.
Peripheral

Configuration
Advanced Chipset

Control
Boot-time

Diagnostic Screen

Reset
Configuration Data

NumLock On

Memory/Processor
Error

– Displays submenu.

– Displays submenu.

– Displays submenu.

[Disabled]
Enabled

[No]
Yes

[Off]
[Boot]
Halt

Specify whether the power-on self-test
(POST) running screen is displayed or not
on booting. If disabled, the BIOS will display
the NEC logo during POST. Press Esc to
switch to the POST running screen.

Select "Yes" if you want to clear the system
configuration data stored in POST. This
parameter is automatically reset to "No" at
the next boot.

Specify whether to enable or disable the
Numlock feature at system start-up.

Specify whether to stop POST execution if a
memory or processor error was detected
during POST.

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4-14 Configuring Your Server

Memory Configuration

The following screen appears if you select "Memory Configuration" on the Advanced menu.

See the table below for the items.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

System
Memory
Extended
Memory
DIMM Group
#1 Status
DIMM Group
#2 Status
DIMM Group
#3 Status

Memory
Retest

Extended
RAM Step

Sparing [Disabled]

– Indicates the total capacity of the base

memory. (View only)

– Indicates the total capacity of the memory

available for OS. (View only)
Normal
Disabled
Not installed

[No]
Yes

1MB
1KB
Every location
[Disabled]

Enabled

Indicates the current memory status. (View

only)

"Normal" indicates that the memory devices

operate normally.

"Disabled" indicates that one or more memory

devices are defected.

"Not Installed" indicates that no memory

devices are installed.

On-screen group numbers and DIMM

slockets on mother board are associated as

follows.

Group #1: DIMM #A-1, #B-1

Group #2: DIMM #A-2, #B-2

Group #3: DIMM #A-3, #B-3

Each group is composed of two DIMMs of

interleave type.

If you select [Yes], BIOS will clear historical

memory status and retest all the DIMMs on

the next boot. This parameter is automatically

reset to "No" at the next boot.

Specify whether to execute a memory test for

extended memory or not. If the test is

executed, specify the block size.

Specify whether to enable or disable online

spare memory feature.

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Configuring Your Server 4-15

PCI Configuration

The following screen appears if you select "PCI Configuration" on the Advanced menu. If you
select a menu item preceded by symbol

³ and press Enter, the appropriate submenu appears.

See the table below for the items.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

PCI Slot 1 - 5
Option ROM

[Enabled]
Disabled

Displays the submenu to specify whether to
enable or disable the BIOS on the device
(board) connected to PCI slot.

Set this item to "Enabled" when:

• installing graphics accelerator board

• the disk array controller or SCSI controller

is connected with the hard disk drive
which contains an OS

Set this item to "Disabled" when:

• the LAN controller which contains ROM

BIOS is used but the board does not

provide network booting.
Disabling Option ROM Scan saves memory
consumption and time for startup.

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– Onboard Video Controller

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

VGA Controller [Enabled]

Disabled

Onboard VGA
Option ROM Scan

[Auto]
Force

Specify whether the onboard video
controller is enabled or disabled.

Specify whether to execute option ROM
scan of onboard video controller
automatically or forcibly.

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– Onboard LAN

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

LAN Controller Disabled

[Enabled]
LAN1 Option ROM
Scan
LAN2 Option ROM
Scan

Disabled

[Enabled]

Disabled

[Enabled]

Specify whether the onboard LAN controller
is enabled or disabled.
Specify whether the BIOS scan of onboard
LAN controller 1 is enabled or disabled.
Specify whether the BIOS scan of onboard
LAN controller 2 is enabled or disabled.

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Configuring Your Server 4-17

Peripheral Configuration

The screen shown below appears if you select "Peripheral Configuration" on the Advanced menu. If
you select a menu item preceded by symbol

³ and press Enter, the appropriate submenu appears.

See the table below for the items.

IMPORTANT: Note that the interrupt and/or base I/O address does

not conflict with others. If the value set for the interrupt or base I/O
address is used in another resource, the yellow asterisk (*) appears.
Reassign any item with the yellow asterisk properly.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Serial Port A Disabled

[Enabled]

Base I/O address [3F8]

2F8
3E8
2E8

Interrupt IRQ 3

[IRQ 4]

Serial Port B Disabled

[Enabled]

Base I/O address 3F8

[2F8]
3E8
2E8

Interrupt [IRQ 3]

IRQ 4

USB 2.0 Controller Disabled

[Enabled]

Selects whether serial port A is
enabled or disabled.

Selects the base I/O address for serial
port A.

Selects the interrupt for a serial port A.

Selects whether serial port B is
enabled or disabled (display only).

Selects the base I/O address for serial
port B.

Selects the interrupt for a serial port B.

Selects whether the USB 2.0 device is
enabled or disabled.

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Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Parallel ATA Disabled

[Enabled]

Serial ATA Disabled

[Enabled]

SATA Controller
Mode Option

SATA AHCI [Disabled]

SATA RAID [Disabled]

[Compatible]
Enhanced

Enabled

Enabled

Selects whether the parallel ATA is
enabled or disabled.

Selects whether the serial ATA is
enabled or disabled.

This menu is available only when
"Serial ATA" is enabled.
Selects the SATA Controller Mode
Option on mother board.
"Compatible": Automatically detects
SATA hard disk drive and controls it as
the normal hard disk drive.
"Enhanced": Automatically detects
SATA hard disk drive and controls it in
native IDE mode.

This option is available only when
"Enhanced" is set for "SATA Controller
Mode Option".
Selects whether the SATA AHCI is
enabled or disabled.

This option is available only when
"Enhanced" is set for "SATA Controller
Mode Option".
Selects whether the RAID disk drives
that uses the onboard SATA is
enabled or disabled.
Note: If you attempt to start the system
from SATA hard disk drive with
different setting, the data may be
destroyed.

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Configuring Your Server 4-19

Advanced Chipset Control

The following screen appears if you select "Advanced Chipset Control" on the Advanced menu.
Selecting an item on the screen allows the proper submenu to appear.

See the table below for the items.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Multimedia Timer

Intel(R) I/O AT [Disabled]

Wake On
LAN/PME

Wake On Ring [Disabled]

Wake On RTC
Alarm

[Disabled]
Enabled

Enabled

Disabled
[Enabled]

Enabled

[Disabled]
Enabled

Specify whether the timer
corresponding to multimedia is
enabled or disabled.

Specify whether the Intel(R) I/O
Acceleration Technology feature is
enabled or disabled.

Specify whether the remote power-on
function through a network is enabled
or disabled.

Specify whether the remote power-on
function through a serial port is
enabled or disabled.

Specify whether the scheduling
power-on function by using RTC alarm
feature is enabled or disabled.

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IMPORTANT: If supplying AC power to the server is stopped, the

remote power-on function (Wake On LAN/PME and Wake On Ring) is
disabled at the next boot. Press the POWER switch to restart the system.
The Wake On LAN/PME and Wake On Ring functions are enabled
when the DC power is supplied to the server at the next time.

4-20 Configuring Your Server

Security

The Security menu appears if you move the cursor to the position of "Security."

Press Enter on "Set Supervisor Password" or "Set User Password" to display the dialog to
set/change password.

IMPORTANT:

 User password can be set only when Supervisor password is already

set.

 Set the passwords only after OS is installed.

 If you forget the passwords, contact your service representative.

Configuring Your Server 4-21

See the table below for the items.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Supervisor
Password Is

User Password Is Clear

Set Supervisor
Password

Set User
Password

Password on boot* [Disabled]

Fixed disk boot
sector

Power Switch
Inhibit

* You can set this item on [Set Supervisor Password] menu.

Clear
Set

Set
Up to eight

alphanumerics

Up to eight
alphanumerics

Enabled

[Normal]
Write Protect

[Disabled]
Enabled

Indicates the password setting status.

Indicates the password setting status.

Press Enter to display the supervisor
password entry screen. This password
enables all the SETUP menus to be
accessed. This setting can be done
only on login with the password input
of "Supervisor" at start of SETUP.

Press Enter to display the user
password input screen. For this
password, accessing to the SETUP
menu is restricted.

Specify whether the passwords are
entered or not on booting. At first the
supervisor password must be set. If
the supervisor password is set and
this option is disabled, BIOS
determines that a user is booting.

Specify whether to permit writing into
boot sector of the hard disk drive or
not.

Specify whether to enable or disable
the power switch feature.

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4-22 Configuring Your Server

Server

The Server menu appears if you move the cursor to "Server."

If you select a menu item preceded by symbol

See the table below for the items.

³ and press Enter, the appropriate submenu appears.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

System
Management
Console
Redirection
Event Log
Configuration
Assert NMI on
SERR
Assert NMI on
PERR
FRB-2 Policy Disable FRB2 Timer

– Displays submenu.

– Displays submenu.

– Displays submenu.

Disabled

[Enabled]

Disabled

[Enabled]

Disable BSP

Do Not Disable BSP

[Retry 3 Times]

Indicates whether PCI SERR is
supported or not.
Indicates whether PCI PERR is
supported or not.
Set the FRB level 2 timer.

Configuring Your Server 4-23

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Boot Monitoring [Disabled]

Every 5 minutes
between 5 minutes
and 60 minutes

Boot Monitoring
Policy

Thermal Sensor Disabled

BMC IRQ Disabled

[Retry 3 Times]
Retry Service Boot
Always Reset

[Enabled]

[IRQ 11]

Specify whether to enable or
disable the boot monitoring
function on booting, or select the
time limit for timeout.
To use this function, install NEC
ESMPRO Agent. Set this item to
"Disabled" if the system is booted
from OS without installation of
NEC ESMPRO Agent.

Specify the processing at the
occurrence of timeout during boot
monitoring.
If [Retry 3 times] is selected, the
system is reset after the
occurrence of timeout and OS boot
is retried up to three times.
If [Retry Service Boot] is selected,
the system is reset after the
occurrence of timeout and OS boot
is retried up to three times. Then
the boot is tried from the service
partition for three times. The failure
in the third boot causes the system
to stop booting.
If [Always Reset] is selected, the
system is reset after the
occurrence of timeout and OS boot
is retried repeatedly.
* If no service partition exists in

the system, OS boot is retried
repeatedly from the system

partition.
Specify whether to enable or
disable the thermal sensor
monitoring function. If a thermal
error is detected with this item
being set to "Enabled", the system
stops at the end of POST.
Set the IRQ for BMC.

Post Error Pause Disabled

[Enabled]

AC-LINK Stay Off

[Last State]
Power On

Indicates whether POST is aborted
once at the end of POST if an error
occurs during the execution of
POST.
Specify the state of power when
the AC power to the server is
turned off once and then on. (See
the table below.)

4-24 Configuring Your Server

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Power on Delay
Time

Platform Event
Filtering

[0] - 255 Specify the DC power on delay

time within the range between 0
and 255 seconds. The time
specified is valid when "Power On"
or "Last State" is specified for AC

LINK.
Disabled
[Enabled]

This item becomes meaningless

when the notification feature of

EXPRESSSCOPE Engine is

enabled.

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The table below shows the operation when the AC power to the server is turn off once and then on
again, depending on the setting of "AC LINK."

System status before AC power off

Operating Off On On
Aborting (DC power being off also) Off Off On
Forced shutdown Off Off On

* Press the power switch continuously for four seconds or longer. This forcibly turns off the power.

Setting of AC LINK
Stay Off Last State Power On

IMPORTANT:

 To power on the server from the UPS (Uninterruptible Power

Supply), select [Server] - [AC Link] - [Power On].

 If the server is connected to the UPS, set at least 10 seconds delay in

the power-on schedule.

Configuring Your Server 4-25

System Management

The following screen appears if you select "System Management" on the Server menu and press
Enter.

See the table below for the items.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

BIOS Version – Displays the current BIOS version. (View only)
Board Part
Number
Board Serial
Number
System Part
Number
System Serial
Number
Chassis Part
Number
Chassis Serial
Number
Onboard LAN1
MAC Address
Onboard LAN2
MAC Address
Management LAN
MAC Address
BMC Device ID – Displays the device ID of BMC (Baseboard

BMC Device
Revision
BMC Firmware
Revision
SDR Revision – Displays the revision of SDR (Sensor Data

PIA Revision - Displays the revision of PIA (Platform

– Displays the mother board part number. (View

only)

– Displays the mother board serial number.

(View only)

– Displays the system code number. (View only)

– Displays the System serial number. (View only)

– Displays the chassis part number. (View only)

– Displays the chassis serial number. (View only)

– Displays the MAC address of onboard network

controller 1. (View only)

– Displays the MAC address of onboard network

controller 2. (View only)

– Displays the MAC address of management

network controller 2. (View only)

Management Controller). (View only)

– Displays the revision of BMC (Baseboard

Management Controller) device. (View only)

– Displays the revision of BMC (Baseboard

Management Controller) firmware. (View only)

Record). (View only)

Information Area). (View only)

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4-26 Configuring Your Server

Console Redirection

The following screen appears if you select "Console Redirection" on the Server menu and press
Enter.

See the table below for the items.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

BIOS Redirection
Port

ACPI Redirection
Port

Baud Rate 9600

Flow Control None

Terminal Type PC ANSI

Remote Console
Reset

[Disabled]
Serial Port A
Serial Port B
[Disabled]
Serial Port A
Serial Port B

[19.2k]

38.4k

57.6k

115.2k

XON/XOFF
[CTS/RTS]
CTS/RTS+CD

[VT100+]
VT-UTF8
[Disabled]
Enabled

Specify the serial port to which a
remote console is connected.

Specify the serial port to which an
ACPI console is connected.

Specify the baud rate used for the
interface with successive remote
consoles.

Specify the flow control method.

Specify the type of remote console.

Specify whether to enable or disable
the reset command issued from
remote console.

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Configuring Your Server 4-27

Event Log Configuration

The following screen appears if you select "Event Log Configuration" on the Server menu and press
Enter.

See the table below for the items.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Clear all Event
Logs

Enter

Press Enter and select "Yes" on the
confirmation screen to clear the
system event log.

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Boot

If you move the cursor to the position of "Boot," the Boot menu appears, which is used to set the
boot priority.

The server searches for devices in the order set in this menu on booting. Finding the boot software,
the server starts the software.

The priority of the boot devices can be changed by using the ↑, ↓, +, and - keys. Move the cursor to
the desired device with the ↑ or ↓ key and change the priority with the + or - key.

IMPORTANT: To boot NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, set the priority of

the devices as shown in the figure above.

Exit

The Exit menu appears if you move the cursor to "Exit."

Configuring Your Server 4-29

The options on the menu are described below.

Exit Saving Changes

Select this item to terminate SETUP after saving the newly selected information in CMOS
(nonvolatile memory). Selecting "Exit Saving Changes" causes the confirmation screen to appear. If
you select "Yes," SETUP is terminated with the newly selected information saved in CMOS
(nonvolatile memory). Then the server automatically reboots the system.

Exit Discarding Changes

Select this item to terminate SETUP without saving the newly selected information in CMOS
(nonvolatile memory). When the confirmation message "Save before exiting?" appears, select "No"
to terminate SETUP without storage of the modified information. Then the server proceeds to Boot
menu. Selecting "Yes" allows SETUP to be terminated with storage of the modified information.
Then the server automatically reboots the system.

Load Setup Defaults

Select this item to return all the values of SETUP to the default values. Selecting "Load Setup
Defaults" causes the confirmation screen to appear. Select "Yes" to return the values to the default
values. Select "No" to return to the Exit menu screen.

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IMPORTANT: This option sets [SATA RAID Enabled] in the

[Advanced] - [Peripheral Configuration] menu to [Disabled]. If the
SATA hard disk drives are installed in your server and the onboard
SATA RAID feature is used, change the parameter of the [SATA RAID
Enabled] from [Disabled] to [Enabled] before exiting BIOS Setup.
Leaving this parameter as the factory-set value (Disabled) may destroy
the data in hard disk drive.

NOTE: To display the [SATA RAID Enabled] menu, select

[Advanced] - [Peripheral Configuration] - [SATA Controller Mode
Option] - [Enhanced].

Load Custom Defaults

Select this item and press Enter to load the custom defaults stored. This menu does not appear if
the Custom Defaults are not saved.

Save Custom Defaults

Select this item and press Enter to save the parameters currently being edited as custom defaults.
When the parameters are saved, the Load Custom Defaults menu appears.

Discard Changes

Select this item to return the values modified currently to the previous values before saving the
values to CMOS.

Save Changes

Select this item to save the newly selected information to CMOS (non-volatile memory) without the
termination of SETUP.

Configuring Your Server 4-31

SETUP UTILITY

This section describes the RAID configuration tool, LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility. This
utility resides on the LSI Logic Software RAID, therefore, its operation is independent from the
operating system.

NOTE: The LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility cannot be

operated through the remote console feature of NEC DianaScope.

Running Setup Utility

Running LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility

When the following screen appears after you have powered on the server, press Esc.

1.

The POST screen appears.

2. Check the description as shown below on the POST screen, then press Ctrl + M or Enter.

LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility starts.

LSI Logic SoftwareRAID BIOS Version xxxxxx
LSI Logic MPT RAID Found at PCI Bus No:xx Dev No:xx
Scanning for port 00 Responding xxxxxxxx xxxxMB
Standard FW xxx DRAM=128MB(SDRAM)
xx Logical drive(s) Configured
Press <Ctrl><M> to Run LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility

NOTE: Press Ctrl + M to start the LSI Logic Software RAID Setup

Utility.

4-32 Configuring Your Server

LSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility TOP Menu (Management Menu)

Exiting from LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility

Press Esc in the TOP menu of LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility.

When a confirmation message appears, select [Yes].

When the above message appears, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete.

The server is rebooted.

Configuring Your Server 4-33

)

Menu Tree

Setting list

+: Selection/execution parameter : Setting parameter. •: Information display
>: Can be set (modified) after creation of logical drive

Menu Description

+Configure Performs Configuration settings

+Easy Configuration Set configuration (Using fixed value)
+New Configuration Set new configuration
+View/Add Configuration Additional setting / viewing configuration
+Clear Configuration Clear configuration

+Select Boot Drive Chose Bootable Logical Drive
+Initialize Initialize logical drive
+Objects Various settings

+Adapter Set disk array controller

+Sel. Adapter Clear configuration

Rebuild Rate 30
Chk Const Rate 30
FGI Rate 30
BGI Rate 30
Disk WC Display default value (setting not required)
Read Ahead On
Bios State Enable
Stop on Error No
Fast Init Enable
Auto Rebuild On
Auto Resume Enable
Disk Coercion 1GB
Factory Default Default setting

+Logical Drive Logical drive operation

+Logical Drives Select logical drive(when multiple logical drives exist

+Initialize Initialize logical drive
+Check Consistency Check logical drive redundancy
+View/Update Parameters Display logical drive information

• RAID Display RAID level

• SIZE Display logical drive capacity

• Stripe SIZE Display stripe size

• #Stripes Display the number of hard disk drives in logical drive

• State Display logical drive status

• Spans Display setting of span

• Disk WC Display setting of write cache

• Read Ahead Display setting of read ahead

+Physical Drive Physical drive operation

+Physical Drive Selection Menu Select physical drive

+Make HotSpare Set as hot-spare disk for auto rebuilding
+Force Online Make a disk online
+Force Offline Make a disk offline
+Drive Properties Display hard disk drive information

• Device Type Hard disk drive type

• Capacity Hard disk drive capacity

• Product ID Hard disk drive model

+Rebuild Perform rebuilding
+Check Consistency Perform logical drive redundancy check

• Revision No. Hard disk drive revision

4-34 Configuring Your Server

Operating Procedures for Setup Utility

Creating/Adding Configuration

Run LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility

Set new configuration information (pack/logical drive settings)

Check the logical drive settings

Initialize logical drive

Perform Consistency Check

Exit LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility

1. Run LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility.

2. Select "Configure" → "New Configuration" from the TOP menu (Management Menu).

Select "View/add Configuration" to add configuration.

IMPORTANT:

 Creating a configuration using "New Configuration" menu clears

the existing configuration information. To add configuration
information to the existing configuration, select "View/add
Configuration."

 You cannot create Spanning of RAID1 or set the logical drive

capacity on "Easy Configuration" menu.
Use "New Configuration" or "View/Add Configuration" instead.

Configuring Your Server 4-35

3. When a confirmation message (Proceed?) is displayed, select "Yes."

The SCAN DEVICE starts (scanning information is displayed at the bottom of the screen).
Upon completion of SCAN DEVICE, the "New Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION
MENU" screen appears.

4. Move the cursor onto the hard disk drive to be packed by using cursor key and then press

Space to select the hard disk drive.

The display for the selected hard disk drive changes from READY to ONLINE.

5. Press F10 to set "Select Configurable Array(s)".

6. Press Space.

SPAN-1 is set.

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7. Press F10 to create logical drive.

The "Logical Drives Configure" screen appears. (The figure below shows an example of
RAID1 configured with two hard disk drives.)

Logical Drives Configured

LD0RAID1Size

xxxMB

Logical Drive0

RAID = 1
Size = xxxxMB
DWC = On
RA = On
Accept
Span = NO

#Stripes2Stripe Sz

64KB

Status
ONLINE

8. Select "RAID," "Size", "DWC", "RA", or "Span" by using cursor keys. Then press Enter

to fix the selection and set each value.

(1) "RAID": Sets RAID level.

Parameter Remarks

0RAID0
1RAID1
10 Spanning of RAID1

The selectable RAID level varies depending on the number of hard disk drives
that configure a pack.

(2) "Size": Sets logical drive size.

Up to 40 logical drives can be created per disk array controller.

(3) "DWC": Sets parameter for Disk Write Cache.

Parameter Remarks
Off Write through
On Write back

(4) "RA": Sets parameter for Read Ahead.

Parameter Remarks
Off Does not perform read ahead.
On Performs read ahead.