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Keep this manual at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary.
SAFETY INDICATIONS
Follow the instructions in this manual for your safety to use the 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
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may result in death or serious
personal injury if the instruction is ignored.
CAUTION
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may cause minor personal injury,
including burns, or property damage if the instruction is ignored.
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)
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
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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.
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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
CE Statement
Warning: This is a Class A product. In domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case
the user may be required to take adequate measures (EN55022).
BSMI Statement
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an AC unint erruptible power supply (UPS) unit shoul d be used.
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PREFACE
Congratulations on the purchase of your 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 server and appr eciate 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 CD-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. 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 “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 three onboard IDE controller, the optional RAID controller,
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
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details.
Appendix F Installing Windows 2000
describes how to install Microsoft Windows 2000 without using Express Setup. Using the
Express Setup tool is recommended for installing Windows 2000. See Chapter 5 for details.
Appendix G Product Configuration Record Table
provides a table to be filled with your server configuration.
Appendix H Rack Mount Kit
provides the necessary instructions to install the rack-mount kit on the server.
Text Conventions
The following conventions are used throughout this manual. For safety symbols, see "SAFETY INDICATIONS"
provided earlier.
IMPORTANT:
Items that are mandatory or require attention when using the server
NOTE:
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 floppy disk or 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........................................................................................................................... 1-1
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
Consumables...............................................................................................................................1-10
Disposal of the Server.................................................................................................................1-10
User Support...............................................................................................................................1-11
Chapter 2........................................................................................................................... 2-1
General Description ......................................................................................................... 2-1
Overview ......................................................................................................................................2-2
System Chassis.............................................................................................................................2-3
Front View................................................................................................................................2-3
Rear Vie w.................................................................................................................................2-5
Internal View............................................................................................................................2-7
Mother Board................................................................................................................................2-8
Standard Features..........................................................................................................................2-9
Power Supply.........................................................................................................................2-10
Peripheral Bays ......................................................................................................................2-10
Remote Power-On Feature (Wake On LAN)..........................................................................2-10
AC LINK Feature...................................................................................................................2-11
Security ..................................................................................................................................2-11
EXPRESSBUILDER .............................................................................................................2-11
ESMPRO................................................................................................................................2-12
Off-line Maintenance Utility..................................................................................................2-12
System Diagnostic Utility ......................................................................................................2-12
Using Y our Server.......................................................................................................................2-13
POWER Switch......................................................................................................................2-13
SLEEP Switch........................................................................................................................2-17
Floppy Disk Drive..................................................................................................................2-18
CD-ROM Drive......................................................................................................................2-19
Chapter 3........................................................................................................................... 3-1
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
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Installing Utilities .......................................................................................................................3-12
Making Backup Copies of System Information..........................................................................3-12
Chapter 4........................................................................................................................... 4-1
Configuring Y our 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
Add-in Card's BIOS.................................................................................................................... 4-28
Configuring Mother Board Jumpers...........................................................................................4-29
RAID Configuration...................................................................................................................4-32
RAID Configuration of Serial AT A Hard Disk Drive.............................................................4-32
Chapter 5........................................................................................................................... 5-1
Installing the Operating System with Express Setup................................................... 5-1
About Express Setup ....................................................................................................................5-2
Microsoft Windows Server 2003..................................................................................................5-4
Installation Notice....................................................................................................................5-4
The Flow of Setup....................................................................................................................5-8
Installing and Setting Device Drivers.....................................................................................5-13
Setting for Solving Problems .................................................................................................5-17
Installing Maintenance Utilities .............................................................................................5-21
Updating the System..............................................................................................................5-22
Making Backup Copies of System Information.....................................................................5-22
Exceptional Setup...................................................................................................................5-23
Microsoft Windows 2000...........................................................................................................5-24
Installation Notice..................................................................................................................5-24
The Flow of Setup..................................................................................................................5-29
Installing and Setting Device Drivers.....................................................................................5-35
Setting for Solving Problems .................................................................................................5-39
Installing Maintenance Utilities .............................................................................................5-42
Updating the System - Installing Service Pack -....................................................................5-43
Making Backup Copies of System Information.....................................................................5-43
Exceptional Setup...................................................................................................................5-44
HostRAID...................................................................................................................................5-45
Overview of HostRAID .........................................................................................................5-45
Notes ......................................................................................................................................5-46
HostRAID Setup Flow...........................................................................................................5-47
Chapter 6........................................................................................................................... 6-1
Installing and Using Utilities ........................................................................................... 6-1
EXPRESSBUILDER....................................................................................................................6-2
DOS-based EXPRESSBUILDER with Local Console............................................................6-4
EXPRESSBUILDER for Wi ndows-Based (Master Control Menu).........................................6-9
Configuration Diskette Creator...................................................................................................6-10
ESMPRO....................................................................................................................................6-14
Functions and Features...........................................................................................................6-14
Adaptec Storage Manager™.......................................................................................................6-15
Web-based Promise Array Manager ...........................................................................................6-15
Power Console Plus....................................................................................................................6-16
Major Functions.....................................................................................................................6-16
Components............................................................................................................................6-16
Server Setup...........................................................................................................................6-18
Management PC Setup...........................................................................................................6-19
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DianaScope.................................................................................................................................6-20
BMC Online Update...................................................................................................................6-21
Hardware Requirement ..........................................................................................................6-21
Installation..............................................................................................................................6-22
Startup....................................................................................................................................6-24
Uninstallation.........................................................................................................................6-26
Error Messages.......................................................................................................................6-28
Chapter 7........................................................................................................................... 7-1
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 CD-ROM ..................................................................................................................7-6
System Diagnostics.......................................................................................................................7-7
Test Items .................................................................................................................................7-7
Starting and Ending the System Diagnostics............................................................................7-8
Relocating/Storing The Server....................................................................................................7-11
Chapter 8........................................................................................................................... 8-1
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................... 8-1
System V iewers............................................................................................................................8-2
Lamps...........................................................................................................................................8-2
POWER/SLEEP Lamp.............................................................................................................8-3
DISK Access Lamp..................................................................................................................8-4
Access Lamps...........................................................................................................................8-4
LINK/ACT Lamp.....................................................................................................................8-4
1000/100/10 Lamp...................................................................................................................8-4
Hard Disk Drive Lamp.............................................................................................................8-5
Error Messages.............................................................................................................................8-7
Error Messages after Power-on................................................................................................8-7
POST Error Messages..............................................................................................................8-8
Beep Codes.............................................................................................................................8-10
Solving Problems........................................................................................................................8-11
Problems with the Server.......................................................................................................8-11
Problems with Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions...............................................................8-14
Problems with Windows Server 2003 ....................................................................................8-15
Problems with Windows Server 2003 and Windows 2000.....................................................8-16
Problems with EXPRESSBUILDER.....................................................................................8-18
Problems with Express Setup.................................................................................................8-19
Problems with Disk Array Configuration...............................................................................8-21
Problems with Master Control Menu.....................................................................................8-22
Collecting Event Log .............................................................................................................8-22
Collect Configuration Information.........................................................................................8-23
Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information ......................................................................8-24
Memory Dump.......................................................................................................................8-24
Recovery for Windows 2000 System..........................................................................................8-25
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........................................................................................................................... 9-1
Upgrading Y our Server .................................................................................................... 9-1
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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.......................................................................................................9-10
PCI Board...............................................................................................................................9-16
DIMM ....................................................................................................................................9-25
File Device.............................................................................................................................9-29
Additional HDD Cage............................................................................................................9-38
Remote Management Card (RMC) ........................................................................................9-42
Chapter 10....................................................................................................................... 10-1
Internal Cabling Diagrams............................................................................................. 10-1
Interface Cables..........................................................................................................................10-2
Addition of Hard Disk Drive..................................................................................................10-2
Connection of the SX4100 Disk Array Controller (SATA)....................................................10-4
Connection of the SecuRAID114 Disk Array Controller (SCSI)...........................................10-6
Connection of 5.25-inch Device.............................................................................................10-9
Power Cables............................................................................................................................10-12
Appendix A........................................................................................................................A-1
Specifications...................................................................................................................A-1
Appendix B........................................................................................................................B-1
Other Precautions ............................................................................................................B-1
Transfer Rate of the On-board LAN Controller......................................................................B-1
Server Management Software.................................................................................................B-1
Floppy Disk.............................................................................................................................B-1
CD-ROM.................................................................................................................................B-4
Tape Media..............................................................................................................................B-4
Keyboard.................................................................................................................................B-5
Mouse......................................................................................................................................B-6
Appendix C........................................................................................................................C-1
IRQ and I/O Port Address ................................................................................................C-1
Appendix D........................................................................................................................D-1
Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions ...............................................................D-1
Before Installing Windows Server 2003......................................................................................D-1
Optional Board Supported by EXPRESSBUILDER...............................................................D-1
Installing Service Pack............................................................................................................D-1
Updating System.....................................................................................................................D-1
Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk ...........................D-2
Manual Installation when the SecuRAID 114 Disk Array Controller Board Keeps ConnectionD-2
Magneto Optical Device..........................................................................................................D-2
Media such as DAT .................................................................................................................D-2
Partition Size...........................................................................................................................D-3
INST ALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003 x64 Editions...........................................................D-4
Creating "Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition OEM-DISK for EXPRESSBUILDER"........D-4
Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Clean Installation...........................................................D-6
Reinstallation to Multiple Logical Drives...............................................................................D-8
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Updating the System.............................................................................................................D-10
Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................D-11
PROSet..................................................................................................................................D-11
Network Driver .....................................................................................................................D-11
Re-install the Network Driver...............................................................................................D-12
Graphics Accelerator Driver..................................................................................................D-12
Optional Network Board Driver............................................................................................D-14
Installing SCSI Controller Driver..........................................................................................D-15
Setting for Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information)..................................................D-16
Appendix E........................................................................................................................E-1
Installing Windows Server 2003......................................................................................E-1
Before Installing Windows Server 2003...................................................................................... E-1
Optional Board Supported by EXPRESSBUILDER...............................................................E-1
Installing Service Pack............................................................................................................ E-1
Updating System.....................................................................................................................E-1
Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk ........................... E-2
Manual Installation when the SecuRAID 114 Disk Array Controller Board Keeps ConnectionE-2
MO Device.............................................................................................................................. E-2
Media such as DAT ................................................................................................................. E-2
Partition Size........................................................................................................................... E-3
Installing Windows Server 2003..................................................................................................E-4
Creating "Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for EXPRESSBUILDER".............................. E-4
Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation................................................................................ E-6
Upgrade Installation................................................................................................................ E-8
Reinstallation to Multiple Logical Drives............................................................................. E-10
Updating the System.............................................................................................................E-12
Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................E-13
PROSet..................................................................................................................................E-13
Network Driver ..................................................................................................................... E-13
Re-install the Network Driver............................................................................................... E-14
Graphics Accelerator Driver.................................................................................................. E-14
Installing SCSI Controller Driver.......................................................................................... E-16
Setting for Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information).................................................. E-16
Appendix F........................................................................................................................F-1
Installing Windows 2000.................................................................................................. F-1
Before Installing Windows 2000................................................................................................. F-1
Optional Board Supported by EXPRESSBUILDER............................................................... F-1
Installing Service Pack............................................................................................................ F-1
Updating System..................................................................................................................... F-1
Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk ........................... F-2
MO Device.............................................................................................................................. F-2
Media such as DAT ................................................................................................................. F-2
Partition Size........................................................................................................................... F-3
Installing Windows 2000............................................................................................................. F-4
Creating "Windows 2000 OEM-DISK for EXPRESSBUILDER".......................................... F-4
Windows 2000 Clean Installation............................................................................................ F-6
Reinstallation to Multiple Logical Drives............................................................................... F-7
Updating the System - Installing Service Pack -..................................................................... F-9
Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................ F-10
PROSet.................................................................................................................................. F-10
Network Driver ......................................................................................................................F-11
Re-install the Network Driver............................................................................................... F-12
Graphics Accelerator Driver.................................................................................................. F-13
USB 2.0 Driver...................................................................................................................... F-13
Installing SCSI Controller Driver.......................................................................................... F-14
Setting for Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information).................................................. F-14
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Appendix G .......................................................................................................................G-1
Product Configuration Record Table..............................................................................G-1
Hardware.................................................................................................................................G-1
Software ..................................................................................................................................G-3
Appendix H........................................................................................................................H-1
Rack-Mount Kit.................................................................................................................H-1
Unpacking the Rack Installation Kit............................................................................................H-1
Before You Begin ........................................................................................................................H-2
Static Precautions....................................................................................................................H-2
Assembly.....................................................................................................................................H-2
Installing the Support Rails.....................................................................................................H-3
Attaching the Handles to the Rack Mounting Frame..............................................................H-4
Installing the Rack Mounting Frame on the Server................................................................. H-5
Installing the Server in the Rack Cabinet ....................................................................................H-6
Appendix I .......................................................................................................................... I-1
RS-232C Additional Serial Port Connector Kit ............................................................... I-1
In the Package............................................................................................................................... I-2
Transfer to Third Party.................................................................................................................. I-2
Installation.................................................................................................................................... I-3
Preparation ............................................................................................................................... I-3
Installation................................................................................................................................ I-3
Others....................................................................................................................................... I-5
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Chapter 1
Notes on Using Your Server
This chapter includes information necessary for proper and safe operation of your server.
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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 sales representative.
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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. We
assume 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, odour, or noise is present.
If smoke, odour, or noise is present, immediately turn off the POWER switch 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
oppy disk or CD-ROM drive. Doing so may cause an electric shock.
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CAUTION
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.
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1-4 Notes on Using Your Server
Power Supply and Power Cord Use
WARNING
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
ause an electric shock.
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CAUTION
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 power 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.
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 blade s of the halfway inserted plug,
increasing the possibility of fire.
Use an 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.)
Do not use the attached power cord for any other devices or usage.
The power cord that comes with your server is designed aiming to connect with this server and
to use with the server, and its safety has been tested. Do not use the attached power cord for
ny other purpose. Doing so may cause a fire or an electric shock. a
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Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection
CAUTION
Never attempt to lift the server only by three persons or less.
Your server weighs 75 kg (depending on its hardware configuration). Carrying the server only by
three persons or less may strain your back. Hold the server firmly by its bottom with four
persons or more to carry it. Do not hold the front door to lift the server. The front door 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 the 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 us and locate a proper device and connector before
connecting a cable. Using an authorised 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.
Do not use the equipment in the place where corrosive gases exist.
Make sure not to locate or use the server in the place where corrosive gases (sulphur dioxide,
hydrogen sulphide, nitrogen dioxide, chlorine, ammonia, ozone, etc) exist.
Also, do not set it in the environment where the air (or dust) includes components accelerating
corrosion (ex. sulphur, sodium chloride) or conductive metals. There is a risk of a fire due to
corrosion and shorts of an internal printed board.
Do not provide the wiring for the server to exceed the rating of the power supply.
To prevent burns, fires, and device damages, the power supplied to the server shall not exceed
the rating load of the power branch circuit. The server requires three or four Power Cords
(depending on your configuration). Connect each power cord to each appropriate Wall Outlet
provided with 20A branch circuit. Contact your electric constructor or the local power company
for the requirements on the wiring and installation of electric facilities.
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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 CD-ROM drive.
A laser beam used in the CD-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 and NiMH batteries.
Your server contains lithium and NiMH batteries. Do not remove the battery. Danger of
explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Placing the battery close to a fire or in the water
may cause an explosion.
When the server does not operate appropriately due to dead lithium and/or NiMH batteries,
contact your service representative to replace it only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by us. Do not disassemble the server to replace or recharge the battery by
yourself.
Disconnect all the power plugs before accessing inside the server, or connecting the
peripherals.
The server has two power cords.
Make sure to power off the server and disconnect all power plugs from the power outlets before
cleaning or installing/removing internal optional devices. Touching any internal device of the
server with its power cords connected to a power source may cause an electric shock even of
the server is off-powered.
Disconnect all the power plugs 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
High temperature
Immediately after the server is powered off, its internal components such as hard disks 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 smoke or fire.
Protect the unused connectors with a protective cap.
The unused power supply cable connectors are covered with a protective cap to prevent short
circuits and electrical hazards. When removing the power supply cable connector from the
internal devices, attach a protective cap to the connector. Failure to follow this warning may
cause a fire or an electric shock.
Do not touch any electrical component inside the server during the hot-swap replacement.
All power flows inside the server during the hot-swap of replaceable components (PCI add-in
cards, hard disk, cooling fan, and power supply). Do not touch the electrical components inside
the server to avoid an electric shock.
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Notes on Using Your Server 1-7
During Operation
CAUTION
Avoid contact with the server during thunderstorms.
Disconnect all power plugs from the outlets when a thunderstorm is approaching. If it starts
thundering before you disconnect the all power plugs, 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 place any object on top of the server.
An object placed on top of the server may fall down, resulting in damage to your property
around the server.
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.
Do not remove the cooling fans.
Only an authorized service technician can remove the cooling fans from the server.
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FOR PROPER OPERATION
Observe the following notes for successful operation of the server. Use of the server ignoring these 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."
Do not delete the hard disk partition exclusively provided for maintenance of the server although it may
appear on the operating system.
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.
The server management logic on your system board monitors and logs system voltage changes. When
plugging the power cord to the system, you may experience 10 seconds delay from the time you press the
POWER switch on the front panel. This is normal system operation and is required by the server management
logic.
When you have just turned off the server, wait at least 30 seconds before turning it back on.
Do not turn off the server until characters following our logo appear on the screen.
Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet before relocating the server.
Some software includes a command to eject the CD-ROM tray. Make sure that the front door is opened before
running the command. Running this command with the front door closed may cause the CD-ROM tray or the
media to hit against the front door, resulting in a failure of 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 an
uninterruptible power supply unit.
Check and adjust the system clock before the operation if any of the following conditions is applicable.
– After transport of the server
– After storage of the server
– After the server is entered into the pause state under the environmental condition enduring the server
operation (temperature: 10°C to 35°C, humidity: 20% to 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 to ask for maintenance.
Store the unit under the storage condition (temperature: -10°C to 55°C, humidity: 20% to 80%, without
condensation) to allow built-in devices and the unit to operate correctly in the next operation.
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.
We recommend you use our genuin e products. Some third-party products claim that they support the ser ver.
However, repair of the server due to a failure or damage resulting from use of such third-party products will
be charged.
Playback of disks that do not conform to CD-ROM standards with the CD-ROM drive is not guaranteed.
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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:
Server
Make sure to provide this manual along with the server to a third party.
IMPORTANT: About data on the ha rd disk
Be sure to take appropriate measures not to leak important data (e.g., customers'
information or companies' management information) on the removed hard disk 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. 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.
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CONSUMABLES
Your server contains some components that are only good for a limited period of time and require replacement, such as
batteries, fans, the internal CD-ROM drive, the floppy disk drive, and the mouse. For stable operation of the server, we
recommend you replace these components on a regular basis. Contact your service representative for replacement or the
product.
DISPOSAL OF THE SERVER
Dispose of the server, all the internal devices, floppy disks, and CD-ROMs according to all national laws and
regulations. Also dispose of the power cord provided with the server to avoid diversion to some other devices.
IMPORTANT: For disposal (or replacement) of the battery on the IO board of the server,
contact your service representative.
NOTE: If the real-time clock battery on the I/O board reaches its life, the following
message appears on the display while running the POST. Contact your service
representative to replace the battery.
0250 System battery is dead –Replace and run SETUP
WARNING
Do not remove the lithium and NiMH batteries.
Your server contains lithium or NiMH batteries. Do not remove any battery. Danger of explosion
if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Placing the lithium or NiMH battery close to a fire or in the
water may cause an explosion.
When the server does not operate appropriately due to the failure of lithium and/or NiMH
batteries, contact your service representative to replace it only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by us. Do not disassemble the server to replace or recharge the battery by
yourself.
IO board
Lithium battery
NiMH battery
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USER SUPPORT
When the server needs after-sales service, check if the warranty is still valid, and determine which service is necessary
as indicated on the "Certificate".
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.
4. Check the server using a computer virus detection program. Computer virus detection programs are available
for purchase in stores.
If the server still appears to fail after you have taken the above actions, contact your service representative immediately.
Take notes on lamp indications of the server and alarm indications on the display unit before, it may provide a
significant help to your service representative.
When Having Your Server Repaired
Prepare the following when having your server repaired:
Certificate
Notes of the messages displayed on the display unit
Error information*
Records of the server and peripheral equipment
* Error information includes the Error Message shown in Chapter 8.
Prepare the error information only when required by your service representative.
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1-12 Notes on Using Your Server
Setting Up a Healthy Work Environment
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.
Display Unit Angles Adjustment
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 horizo ntal
and vertical angles.
Screen Brightness and Contrast Adjustment
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.
Keyboard slope Adjustment
The keyboard provided with the server is designed for slope adjustment. Adjust the
keyboard angle at which the keyboard is easy to operate. The adjustment assists in
reducing strain on your shoulders, arms, and fingers.
Equipment Cleaning
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.
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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.
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OVERVIEW
Your server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Intel® Pentium® 4 and Pentium® D microprocessor
families. It is a solid performer and offers the latest technology. The combination of computing 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, but you can also install it in a 19-inch rack unit using a separate rack-mount kit. Refer to Appendix
H for more information..
Front View
As application requirements increase, you can expand your server with an additional memory, add-in boards and
peripheral devices; tape devices, CD-ROM, and hard disk drives. The server features the following major components.
A high-performance Intel Pentium 4 processor
Up to 8GB of memory (using 2GB DIMMs)
Minimum configuration is 512MB of memory
Dual channel memory configuration
Five integrated I/O expansion PCI/PCI-X/PCI-EXPRESS slots for add-in boards (1 PCI-EXPRESS 8x, 1
PCI-EXPRESS 1x, 2 PCI-X 64bit/133MHz, 1 PCI 32bit/33MHz)
Onboard enhanced IDE interface controller
Onboard enhanced serial ATA RAID controller
Onboard 1000/100/10 network controller
Integrated CD-ROM and 1.44MB diskette drives
Four hard disk drive expansion bays
Two removable media expansion bay
Embedded PC-compatible support (serial, parallel, mouse, keyboard, USB, LAN, and video)
High degree of SATA hard disk drive fault tolerance and advanced disk array management features through
the use of RAID Technology.
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SYSTEM CHASSIS
Names and functions of the components are shown below.
Front View
1
Additional slot 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
11
10
8
9
Additional slot 2
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1 Front mask
The front mask protects the front face of the chassis.
2 CD-ROM drive
The CD-ROM drive reads data from the inserted CD-ROM.
Each 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 Magneto Optical (MO) drive may
be installed in the 5.25-inch device bay.
A CD-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 CD-ROM drive to the additional slot 1 and connect it as a master drive.
4 Disk access lamp (green)
The disk access lamp lights 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 th e
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 settings can provide the function of switching to the power saving (sleep) mode.
Once it is setup as such, if you press the POWER/SLEEP switch once, 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 3.5-inch floppy disk drive
Reads/writes data from/to the 3.5-inch floppy disk inserted.
The floppy disk drive is equipped with the following:
• Eject button to eject the floppy disk
• Access lamp that indicates the floppy disk access status
8 USB connectors
The USB connectors are connected with devices accepting the USB interface.
9 Stabilizer
Use the stabilizers to prevent the server from falling down. Close the stabilizers when laying
the server down.
10 Hard disk drive bay
The bay can contain 4 hard disk drives.
11 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.
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Rear View
1
2
6
4 5
7
9
10
8
11 12
3
2
1 AC inlet
The AC inlet is connected with the power cord.
2 Fixing screws (2)
Securs the left side cover.
3 Cover lock plate
Installing a theft prevention device
protects the internal components of the
workstation from being stolen.
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4 Mouse connector
5 Keyboard connector
6 USB connectors
7 Serial port connector
The serial port connector is used to connect the server to a device with a serial interface. The
server cannot be directly connected to a leased line through the connector.
8 Printer port connector
The printer port connector is connected to a printer with the Centronics interface.
9 Monitor connector
The monitor connector is connected to the display unit.
10 LAN connector
The LAN connector is connected to a LAN. The value following the bold-faced number
indicates the port number.
11 1000/100/10 lamp
1000/100/10 lamp indicates the LAN transfer rate.
12
Link/ACT lamp
The Link/ACT lamp shows the LAN access status.
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Internal View
1
11
2 3 4
12
9
10
5
6
7
8
1 Power supply
2 CPU cooling fan
3 DIMMs
4 CD-ROM drive
5 5.25-inch device bay
A standard CD-ROM drive is factory-installed in the bottom slot.
6 3.5-inch floppy disk drive
7 Hard disk drive bay
8 Front cooling fan
9 PCI guide rail
10 Hard disk drive (optional)
11 Mother board
12 Rear cooling fan
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MOTHER BOARD
1
3-4
3-3
3-2
3-1
4-5
4-4
8
5-4
5-3
5-2
5-1
6
7
10 9
14
13-1
13-2
13-3
13-4
13-5
2
1112
4-3
4-2
4-1
1
Processor socket
7
Configuration jumper switch (CMOS/Clear)
2
Power connectors
8
IDE connector
3
DIMM sockets
9
RMC connector
(The last digit shows a DIMM number.)
10
Floppy disk drive connector
4
Cooling fan connector
11
Switch/LED cable connector
4-1: CPU heat sink fan
12
Serial port B connector (for option)
4-2: Rear fan
13
PCI board slots
4-3: Not used
13-1: 64-bit/133MHz PCI-X
4-4: Front fan
13-2: 64-bit/133MHz PCI-X
4-5: Not used
13-3: PCIe ×8
5
Serial ATA connectors
13-4: PCIe ×1 (connector: x8)
(The last digit shows a DIMM number.)
13-5: 32-bit/33MHz PCI-X
6
Lithium battery
14
Connector for external device
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STANDARD FEATURES
High performance Expandability
Intel
®
Pentium® 4/Pentium® D Processor
High-speed
1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T
interface (1Gbps/100Mbps/10Mbps
supported)
High-speed disk access (SATA2)
Dual channel memory configuration
Five integrated I/O expansion PCI-X slots
(two PCI Express, two 64-bit/100 MHz and
one 32-bit/33 MHz)
Large memory of up to 8GB
(four 2GB DIMMs)
Four hard disk drive bays
USB interface (USB 2.0)
High-reliability Many Available Features
El Torito Bootable CD-ROM (no emulation
mode) format support
Remote power-on feature
AC-LINK feature
Disk array (SATA)
Self-diagnosis
Temperature detection
BIOS password feature
Cooling fan monitoring feature
Internal voltage monitoring feature
Memory monitoring feature (single-bit
error correction/double-bit error detection)
Disk array (SATA1/SATA2/SCSI)
Power On Self-Test (POST)
Test and Diagnosis
Management Utilities Easy and Fine Setup
ESMPRO
Off-line Maintenance Utility
DianaScope
EXPRESSBUILDER (system setup utility)
BIOS setup utility
SATA RAID configuration utility
Configuration Diskette Creator
Power Saving Feature
Sleep feature
(available for Windows Server 2003 /
Windows 2000)
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Power Supply
The system contains one auto-sensing 380-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:
One 3.5-inch file bay for installing the standard 3.5-inch floppy disk drive (supports 720KB and 1.44MB
floppy disk media) or an optional file device.
Two 5.25-inch file bays for installing half-height 5.25-inch peripheral devices such as an optional tape drives.
(An ATAPI CD-ROM drive is factory-installed.)
The hard disk drive bays for installing up to Ultra ATA, SATA, or SCSI hard disk drives.
NOTE: The optional peripheral device bay can include two 5.25-inch file devices (or one
hot-swap SCSI hard disk drive bay), one slim-height CD-ROM drive, and one 3.5-inch
floppy disk drive.
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.)
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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.
EXPRESSBUILDER
The CD-ROM that comes with your server contains a setup utility called "EXPRESSBUILDER." When you have first
installed the server or appended features to the server, use the EXPRESSBUILDER to set up your server.
Refer to Chapter 6 for details.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the EXPRESSBUILDER for any other computers than the
server, nor other servers than the one that EXPRESBUILDER is provided for. Not
following this instruction may cause failures.
The major functions of the EXPRESSBUILDER are:
To install the OS.
It installs an operating system.
To diagnose the system.
It diagnoses the server.
To create a support disk.
It copies utilities in the EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into a floppy disk to launch them from the floppy
disk.
T o up dat e the B IOS
It updates the BIOS features of the server.
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T o up dat e the Windows System*
It updates the several resources of Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows 2000.
To install the utilities*
It install the management utilities of ESMPRO.
To read the online documents*
It opens the online document files (".pdf" files).
* These functions are available under Windows system.
ESMPRO
The ESMPRO is server management software that runs on the OS. The ESMPRO includes the ESMPRO Manager for
the server monitoring terminal and the ESMPRO Agent for the server.
NOTE: For details of major functions of the ESMPRO, system configuration and setups
with the ESMPRO, see Chapter 6.
Available functions of the ESMPRO depend on th e OS you install. Ask your service
representative for details.
Off-line Maintenance Utility
The Off-line Maintenance Utility is used for proactive maintenance and fault analysis of the server. Normally this utility
is used by the maintenance engineer.
Refer to Chapter 8 for details.
System Diagnostic Utility
The system diagnostic utility contained in the EXPRESSBUILDER is useful to prevent the hardware failures. See
Chapter 7 for details.
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USING YOUR SERVER
This section describes basic operations of your server including how to use devices such as the floppy disk drive and the
CD-ROM drive. See Appendix B for notes on using the floppy disk, CD-ROM, 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 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.
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POST
The 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 the POST to check the mother board, ECC memory
module, CPU module, keyboard, and mouse. The 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, a full-screen logo appears on the display unit while the POST is in progress. (To
display the POST check results, press
Esc.)
NOTE: You can set the POST check results to appear on the display unit without pressing
Esc. To do so, select "Enabled" for "Boot-time Diagnostic Screen" under the Advanced
menu of the BIOS setup utility.
You don't always need to check the POST check results. Check the messages displayed by the POST when:
you use the server for the first time.
the server appears to fail.
the server beeps many times between power-on and OS start-up.
an error message appears on the display unit.
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POST Execution Flow
The following describes the progress of the POST in the chronological order.
IMPORTANT:
Do not make key entries or perform mouse operations while the 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 pressing any key
Powering on the server, after you installed or removed an optional PCI board or moved
it to another slot, may trigger a message that indicates incorrect board configuration and
suspend the POST.
In such a case, press
F1 to continue the POST. Board configuration can be made using
the utility described later.
1. A few seconds after the power-on, the 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 take 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 up on completion of th e memory check. These messages appear to indicate that the
system has detected the CPU, keyboard, and mouse.
3. After a few seconds, the 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 the bottom left of the screen.
Press <F2> to enter SETUP or Press <F12> LAN Boot
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. The 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.
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NOTES:
Depending on the installed memory capacity, the time taken to accept F2 may be rather
short. If so, press
F2 just after the power-on of the server or after the full-screen logo
appears (
Esc may not be pressed).
Depending on the BIOS setup utility settings, a screen promptin g for the security
password appears before the main menu if a password is registered. There are two types
of passwords, supervisor and user passwords. If you log on to the system as a supervisor,
you can not only check all the settings but also change them by using the BIOS setup
utility. If you log on to the system as a user, you can only check or change a limited
number of settings.
The server automatically restarts the POST all over again when you exit the BIOS setup utility.
4. If your server uses onboard serial ATA (SATA) RAID feature, the following message is displayed on the
screen to prompt you to run Array Configuration Utility (ARC).
Press <Ctrl><A> for Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility
Press
Ctrl + A to run ARC. For detailed explanations, refer to Chapter 4.
5. If the server has an optional RAID controller or SCSI card, the POST displays a message prompting you to
launch the RAID configuration utility and the disk array BIOS setup utility.
Refer to the manual supplied with the disk array controller for detail instructions.
The POST will automatically proceed a few seconds later.
6. If you set a password entry using the BIOS setup utility, the password entry screen appears upon successful
completion of the POST.
IMPORTANT: Do not set a password before installing an OS.
7. The OS starts when the POST is completed.
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POST Error Messages
When the POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the display unit screen or emits a beep code. See
Chapter 8 for POST error codes.
IMPORTANT: Note the messages displayed before consulting with your service
representative. Alarm messages are useful information for maintenance.
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 the 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.
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 and Windows 2000.)
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Floppy Disk Drive
Your server is provided with a 3.5-inch floppy disk drive to write/read data to/from a floppy disk.
Your server supports the following 3.5-inch floppy disks:
2HD floppy disk (double-sided hi g h- density track type)
Stores data of 1.44MB.
2DD floppy disk (double-sided dou bl e - density track type)
Store data of 720KB.
Make sure that the server is powered (the POWER/SLEEP lamp is lit) before inserting a floppy disk into the floppy disk
drive.
When you completely insert the floppy disk into the floppy disk drive, the drive clicks and the eject button on the
floppy disk is slightly pushed out.
NOTES:
You cannot use a 1.2MB-formatted floppy disk to boot the system.
When an unformatted floppy disk is inserted, a message prompting for formatting is
displayed. Refer to the manual that comes with the OS to format the floppy disk.
If the floppy disk contains a system, powering on or restarting the server with the floppy
disk inserted boots the system from the floppy disk.
T o eject the flo ppy di sk from the floppy disk drive, press the eject button.
NOTE: Make sure that the floppy disk access lamp is unlit before ejecting the floppy disk.
Ejecting the disk when the access lamp is lit may destroy the disk data.
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NOTE: Use of the floppy disk
The floppy disk is an important data storage media with delicate structure and requires care.
Keep the following notes in mind to use it:
Insert the floppy disk into the floppy disk drive gently as far as it will go.
Attach the label to the correct position.
Do not write anything directly onto the disk surface with a pencil or ball-point pen.
Do not open the shutter.
Do not use the floppy disk in a dusty place.
Do not place anything on the floppy disk.
Do not leave the floppy disk in a high-temperature place (e.g., place exposed to direct
sunlight or close to a heater).
Keep the floppy disk away from cigarette smoke.
Keep the floppy disk away from any liquid (e.g., water) and chemicals.
Keep the floppy disk away from any magnetic objects (e.g., magnet).
Do not pinch the floppy disk with a paper clip or drop it.
Keep the floppy disk in a floppy disk case that protects it from magnetism and dust.
A floppy disk has a write-protect switch that prevents the stored data from accidental
erasure. You can read data from a write-protected floppy disk, but you cannot save data
into the floppy disk or format it. We recommend that you should write-protect any
floppy disk containing valuable data unless you are about to save data. To write-protect
a 3.5-inch floppy disk, use the write-protect switch provided on its back.
Write-protect switch
Write
disable
Write
enable
The floppy disk is a very delicate storage media. Dust or thermal changes, as well as
operator's misconduct or sever failures, may cause loss of data. To avoid loss of data, we
recommend that you should make a back-up copy of your valuable data on a regular
basis. (Make sure to make a back-up copy of every floppy disk prov ided with the
server.)
CD-ROM Drive
Your server is provided with a CD-ROM drive to read data from a CD-ROM (read-only compact disk). The CD-ROM
provides larger and faster data read than the floppy disk.
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 CD-ROM drive.
Take off the headphone before you plug in the headphone jack.
Setting and Removing the CD-ROM
Make sure that the server is powered (the POWER/SLEEP lamp is lit) before inserting a CD-ROM into the CD-ROM
drive.
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Press the Open/Close button on the front of the CD-ROM drive to eject the tray. With the CD-ROM label facing up,
place a CD-ROM in the tray gently and securely.
Press the Open/Close button or gently push on the tray front. The tray is automatically retracted into the CD-ROM
drive.
IMPORTANT: If the CD-ROM drive produces large noise after inserting a CD-ROM,
open the tray and reload the CD-ROM.
To remove a CD-ROM, press the Open/Close button to eject the tray, as described for inserting it, and then take the
CD-ROM out of the tray. (The orange-lit access lamp indicates ongoing disk access. The Open/Close button does not
work while the lamp is lit.)
Your OS may have a command to eject the tray.
When you have taken out the CD-ROM, retract the tray back in place.
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When you fail to eject:
When you fail to eject the CD-ROM tray with the Open/Close button, 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 right front of the CD-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 this procedure does not let you take out the CD-ROM, contact your service
representative.
3. Hold the tray and pull it out.
4. Take out the CD-ROM.
5. Push the tray back into position.
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Use of the CD-ROM
Keep the following notes in mind to use the CD-ROM for the server:
The playback of disks that do not conform to the standard is not guaranteed.
Do not drop the CD-ROM.
Do not place anything on the CD-ROM or bend the CD-ROM.
Do not attach any label onto the CD-ROM.
Do not touch the signal side (the side on which nothing is printed) with your hand.
Place the CD-ROM with its printed side upward and gently put it on the tray.
Do not scratch the CD-ROM or write anything directly on it with a pencil or ball-point pen.
Keep the CD-ROM away from cigarette smoke.
Do not leave the CD-ROM 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 CD-ROM, wipe the CD-ROM from its center to edge with a dry
soft cloth slowly and gently.
Use the CD cleaner to clean the CD-ROM. Do not use record spray/cleaner, benzene, or thinner.
Keep the CD-ROM in a CD-ROM case when not in use.
If the CD-ROM emits large noise in the CD-ROM drive, remove the CD-ROM 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.
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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 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 trouble or after
replacing the system board.
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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, we recommend that you should only use
products we recommend for stable operation. We assume no liability for data errors and
failures due to malfunction of the server resulted from installation of those third-party
products.
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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.
* 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
Allow clearance of at least 150 mm in
front of and behind the server.
100 to 120 Vac/200 to 240
Vac parallel bi-polar wall
power outlet with the
ground line.
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following
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Humidity
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: 10 to 80%
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Close enough to connect the
mouse and the display.
Install the server on
a flat, rigid desk
The server must be
fixed with stabilizers.
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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 it. The front mask may
disengage 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 vibrations.
Places with corrosive gas in presence, near chemicals, or with possibilities of chemicals sprayed over.
On a non-antistatic carpet.
Places where objects may fall on the server.
Places where the only power outlet is already connected to a device with a large power consumption.
Places near a device generating intense magnetic field (such as a TV, radio, broadcast/communication antenna,
power transmission wire, and electromagnetic crane).
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 to your service
representative a separate power cabling or noise filter installation.
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CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES
Connect peripheral devices to the server. The server is provided with connectors for a wide variety of peripheral devices.
The figure on the next page illustrates available peripheral devices for the server in the standard configuration and the
location 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 peripheral device before connecting them. 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 the 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 "Δ" 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.
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Device with a serial
interface (e.g., modem)*
Keyboard
Mouse
Display unit
Hub
(multiport
repeater)
Printer with a
parallel interface
Device witha USB interface
(e.g., terminal adapter)
Finally connect the
provided power cord
to the receptacle.
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CONNECTING POWER CORD
Connect the provided power cord to the server.
WARNING
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 your hands wet.
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 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.
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.
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To connect the power cord from the server to an interruptive power supply (UPS), use the service outlets on the rear of
the UPS.
The UPS service outlets are categorized into two groups: SWITCH OUT and UN -S WITCH OUT. (The y ma y be called
"OUTPUT1" and "OUTPUT2".)
To control power supply with an application (ESMPRO UPSController) that controls the UPS, connect the power cord
to an SWITCH OUT outlet.
For constant power supply, connect the power cord to a UN-SWITCH OUT outlet. (Connect the modem that is in
service for 24 hours to this outlet.)
<Example>
UN-SWITCH OUT
(OUTPUT 2)
SWITCH OUT
(OUTPUT 1)
When using a power cord from the server to the 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 Advanced menu of the BIOS setup utility. See Chap ter 4 for details.
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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-to-PCI 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.
1.
Make sure all external devices, such as a video display, keyboard, and mouse (optional) 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 CD-ROM drive contains no bootable
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 start-up.
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The POWER/SLEEP lamp on the front of the server comes on.
In a few seconds, a full-screen logo appears 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 a full-screen logo. You
can always switch from this 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 prompting 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 detailed
explanations 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 the POST to complete before turning off your system.
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INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEM
See Chapter 5 for installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 and Microsoft Windows 2000.
To install other operating systems, contact your service representative.
IMPORTANT: Use EXPRESSBUILDER for initial setup of your server. The
EXPRESSBUILDER is a support software for the server. It simplifies the process of
installing and configuring your server. See Chapter 6 for details on EXPRESSBUILDER.
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. Set the "EXPRESSBUILDER" CD-ROM in the CD-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].
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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.
The Array Configuration Utility (ACU) controls the serial ATA hard disk drives as a RAID drive. Use this utility if you
need to configure the RAID drive with the serial ATA hard disk drives or to perform a RAID disk format or verify disk
operation on the serial ATA disk drives. The Array Configuration Utility is used only for the serial ATA hard disk drives
that are connected with the serial ATA channel on your server board.
If your system has been factory configured, the BIOS Setup utility or Array 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 motherboard.
This chapter also provides information on several system configuration parameters that are set by jumpers on the
motherboard. However, these parameters do not usually require any changes.
Use the EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM to create the device driver diskettes.
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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.
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Starting SETUP Utility
A few seconds after powering on, the following message appears at bottom left on the screen.
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.
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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 the current menu.
Indicates there are submenus.
Explanation of ke
Setup item
menu
y functions menu
Parameter (high-lights upon selection) menu
Online
help
window
Cursor (↑, ↓):
Moves the cursor up and down. The cursor moves only to the
settings that you can change.
Cursor (←, →):
Moves between menus.
– and +:
Selects the previous value (
–) or the next value (+) for the field.
Enter
Executes command or selects Æ submenu.
Esc
Exits the current menu and returns to the previous menu.
F1:
Gets Help about an item.
F9:
Loads default configuration values for this menu.
F10:
Saves configuration values and exits.
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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 ESMPRO Manager via the network
Select [Advanced] - [Advanced Chipset Control] - [Wake On LAN/PME] - [Enabled].
Select [Server] - [AC LINK] - [Stay Off].
ATA Drive Settings
To check the ATA drives connected with the onboard ATA channels.
Select [Main] - [Primary IDE Master], [Primary IDE Slave], [IDE Secondary/Master], and [IDE
Secondary/Slave].
To configure the RAID drive.
Select [Advanced] - [I/O Device Configuration] - [SATA Controller Mode Option] - [Enhanced]. Then select
[Advanced] - [I/O Device Configuration] - [SATA RAID Enabled] - [Enabled], and use the RAID
configuration utility (see "RAID Configuration Utility" in this chapter).
IMPORTANT: Be sure to set this parameter to [Enabled] after executing [Load Setup
Defaults] or CMOS clear. Leaving this parameter at the factory-set 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].
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Boot
To change the boot order of devices connected to the server
Select [Boot] and specify the boot order.
To display POST check results
Select [Advanced] - [Boot-time Diagnostic Screen] - [Enabled].
You can also press
Esc while the full-screen logo is displayed to see POST check results.
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 #1
DIMM #2
DIMM #3
DIMM #4
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.
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CPU
To check the installed CP U status
Select [Main] - [Advanced Processor Options] – [Processor 1 CPUID] and check the status indications.
To clear the CPU error information
Select [Main] - [Advanced Processor Options] - [Processor Retest] – [Yes] and reboot.
Keyboard
To set Numlock
Select [Advanced] - [Numlock] – [On]/[Off].
Event Log
To clear event logs (when optional Remote Management Card is installed)
Select [Server] - [Event Log Configuration] - [Clear all Event Logs] and press
Enter.
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] - [I/O Device 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 dat a (after installing/removing internal devices)
Select [Advanced] - [Reset Configuration Data] - [Yes].
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Saving the Configuration Data
IMPORTANT: If the SATA hard disk drives are used in disk array configured with the
on-board HostRAID, be sure to select [Advanced] - [I/O Device Configuration] - [SATA
Controller Mode Option] - [Enhanced]. Then, select [Advanced] - [I/O Device
Configuration] - [SATA RAID Enable] - [Enabled]. Leaving this parameter at 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 dat a
Select [Exit] - [Exit Discarding Changes] or [Discard Changes].
To load the user-defined default
Select [Exit] - [Load Setup Defaults].
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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 Æ and press Enter,
the appropriate submenu appears.
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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 Sets the system time.
System Date MM/DD/YYYY Sets the system date.
Legacy Diskette A Disabled
360Kb 5
1
/
4
1.2MB 51/
4
720Kb 31/
2
[1.44/1.25MB
3
1
/2]
2.88MB 31/
2
Sets the settings of the
factory-installed floppy disk drive.
Legacy Diskette B [Disabled]
360Kb 5
1
/
4
1.2MB 51/
4
720Kb 31/
2
1.44/1.25MB 31/
2
2.88MB 31/
2
No second floppy disk drive is
included in this system.
Hard Disk Pre-Delay [Disabled]
3 seconds
6 seconds
9 seconds
12 seconds
15 seconds
21 seconds
30 seconds
Allows slower spin-up drives to come
ready.
Primary IDE Master/
Primary IDE Slave
IDE Secondary/Master
IDE Secondary/Slave
Select submenu Sets the information on the device
connected to each channel on the
submenu. The settings of some items
may be changed. However, leave the
items as they are at the shipment.
Serial ATA Channel 0
Master
Select submenu Sets the information on the device
connected to each channel on the
submenu.
Serial ATA Channel 1
Master
Select submenu Sets the information on the device
connected to each channel on the
submenu.
Advanced Processor
Options
Select submenu Shows the processor settings
submenu.
Language [English (US)]
Français
Deutsch
Español
Italiano
Selects in which language the BIOS
is displayed.
[ ]: 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 in spite of adjustment, contact your
service representative for maintenance.
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Advanced Processor Options
If you select "Advanced Processor Options" 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
If yes, the BIOS will clear the historical
processor status and retest the
processor on the next boot.
CPU Speed nnn GHz
Displays the clock speed for the
processor. (View only)
Processor 1
CPUID
Numeral (0Fxx)
Disabled
Displays the CPU ID for processor, if
present.
"Disabled" indicates that the
processor is defected. (View only)
Processor 1 L2
Cache
nnn KB
Displays the L2 cache size for
processor.
Hyper-Threading
Technology
[Enabled]
Disabled
Setting this item to "Enabled" allows
the hyper-threading technology to be
used. In the OS that support
Hyper-Threading T echnology feature,
the specified number of processors is
twice as many as the actual number
of the installed processors. This menu
is displayed only when the installed
CPU supports Hyper-threading
Technology. For any other OS than
Windows Server 2003, set this item to
"Disabled".
No Execute Mode
Mem Protection
Enabled
[Disabled]
When disabled, XD feature flag is set
to "0".
This menu is displayed only when the
Pentium 4 Processor E0 Stepping or
later is installed.
[ ]: Factory-set
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Advanced
The Advanced menu appears if you move the cursor to the position of "Advanced."
If you select a menu item preceded by symbol
Æ and press Enter, the appropriate submenu appears.
See the table below for the items.
Option Parameter Description Your Setting
Boot-time
Diagnostic Screen
Disabled
[Enabled]
Specifies whether the self-test (POST)
running screen is displayed or not on
booting. If disabled, the BIOS will display a
full-screen logo during POST. Press Esc to
switch to the POST execution screen.
Reset
Configuration Data
[No]
Yes
Selects "Yes" if you want to clear the system
configuration data during the next boot.
Automatically reset to "No" in the next boot.
NumLock [On]
Off
Sets power on Numlock state.
Memory/Processor
Error
[Boot]
Halt
If "Halt" is selected, the boot is stopped
when POST error occurs.
Multiprocessor
Specification
1.1
[1.4]
Defines Multiprocessor Specification (MPS)
version.
[ ]: Factory-set
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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
Installed
memory
–
Indicates the total capacity of the
basic memory. (View only)
Available to OS –
Indicates the total capacity of the
memory available for OS. (View
only)
Used by devices –
Indicates the total capacity of the
basic memory used by each device.
(View only)
DIMM Group
#1 - #4 Status
Installed (ex. 256MB)
Not installed
Disabled
Indicates the current memory status.
(View only)
"Installed (ex. 256MB)" indicates
that the memory devices operate
normally.
"Not Installed" indicates that no
memory devices are installed.
"Disabled" indicates that one or
more memory devices are defected.
Memory Retest [No]
Yes
Causes BIOS to retest all memory
on the next boot.
Extended RAM
Step
1MB
[Disabled]
"1MB" indicates that the memory
test is done in the unit of 1MB.
"Disabled" indicates that only
memory initialization is done.
[ ]: Factory-set
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PCI Configuration
The following screen appears if you select "PCI Configuration" 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
PCI Slot 1 - 5
Option ROM
[Enabled]
Disabled
Enables option ROM scan of the
selected device.
When the graphics accelerator board
is installed or the disk array controller
or SCSI controller boards to be
installed are connected to the hard
disk drive in which OS is installed, set
this item to "Enabled." When the LAN
controller board with installation of the
option ROM BIOS is used but the
board does not provide network
booting, set this item to "Disabled."
Disabling Option ROM Scan saves
memory consumption and time for
startup.
[ ]: Factory-set
– Embedded NIC submenu
See the table below for the items.
Option Parameter Description Your Setting
Onboard LAN
Control
Disabled
[Enabled]
Specifies whether the onboard network
controller is enabled or disabled.
LAN1 Option ROM
Scan
Disabled
[Enabled]
Displays the submenu for Option ROM of
onboard LAN controller.
[ ]: Factory-set
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I/O Device Configuration
The screen shown below appears if you select "I/O Device Configuration" on the Advanced menu.
See the table below for the items.
IMPORTANT: Note that the interrupt and/or base I/O address are not overlapped with
others. If the value set for the interrupt or base I/O address is used in another resource, the
yellow asterisk (*) appears. Reset any item with the yellow asterisk properly.
Option Parameter Description Your Setting
Serial Port A Disabled
[Enabled]
Selects whether serial port A is
enabled or disabled.
Base I/O address [3F8]
2F8
3E8
2E8
Selects the base I/O address for serial
port A.
Interrupt IRQ 3
[IRQ 4]
Selects the interrupt for a serial port A.
Serial Port B Disabled
[Enabled]
Selects whether serial port B is
enabled or disabled (display only).
Base I/O address 3F8
[2F8]
Selects the base I/O address for serial
port B.
Interrupt [IRQ 3]
IRQ 4
Selects the interrupt for a serial port
B.
Parallel Port [Disabled]
Enabled
Selects whether the parallel port is
enabled or disabled.
Mode [Bi-directional]
EPP
ECP
Selects the operation mode of the
parallel port.
Base I/O address [378]
278
Selects the base I/O address for
parallel port.
Interrupt IRQ 5
[IRQ 7]
Selects the interrupt for a parallel port.
PS/2 Mouse Disabled
[Enabled]
If disabled, PS/2 mouse port will not
function.
USB Controller Disabled
[Enabled]
If disabled, the USB ports do not
accept the USB device class 3 (HID:
Human Interface Deice).
USB 2.0 Controller Disabled
[Enabled]
If disabled, the USB2.0 device will not
function.
Legacy USB
Support
Disabled
[Enabled]
Selects whether the USB keyboard is
made available in OS which does not
support USB formally.
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Option Parameter Description Your Setting
Parallel AT A Disabled
[Enabled]
Selects whether the parallel ATA is
enabled or disabled.
Serial ATA Disabled
[Enabled]
Selects whether the serial ATA is
enabled or disabled.
SATA Controller
Mode Option
[Compatible]
Enhanced
Compatible mode:
SATA and PATA drives are
automatically detected and
recognized as legacy mode.
Enhanced mode:
SATA and PATA drives are
automatically detected and
recognized as native mode.
Note: The pre-installed Windows 2000
does not work in enhanced mode.
SATA RAID Enabled [Disabled]
Enabled
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.
[ ]: Factory-set
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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
Enable Multimedia
Timer
[No]
Yes
Specify whether the timer
corresponding to multimedia is
enabled or disabled.
Wake On
LAN/PME
Disabled
[Enabled]
Specify whether the remote power-on
function through a network is enabled
or disabled.
Wake On Ring [Disabled]
Enabled
Specify whether the remote power-on
function through a serial port is
enabled or disabled.
Wake On RTC
Alarm
[Disabled]
Enabled
Specify whether the scheduling
power-on function by using RTC
alarm feature is enabled or disabled.
[ ]: Factory-set
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.
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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.
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See the table below for the items.
Option Parameter Description Your Setting
User Password Is Clear
Set
Indicates the password setting status.
Supervisor
Password Is
Clear
Set
Indicates the password setting status.
Set User
Password
Up to eight
alphanumerics
Press
Enter to display the user
password input screen. For this
password, accessing to the SETUP
menu is restricted.
Set Supervisor
Password
Up to eight
alphanumerics
Press
Enter to display the supervisor
password input 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.
Password on
boot*
[Disabled]
Enabled
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.
Fixed disk boot
sector
[Normal]
Write Protect
Specify whether to permit writing into
boot sector of the hard disk drive or
not.
[ ]: Factory-set
* You can set this item on [Set Supervisor Password] menu.
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Server
The Server menu appears if you move the cursor to "Server."
Selecting an item on the screen allows the proper submenu to appear.
See the table below for the items.
Option Parameter Description Your Setting
Assert NMI on
SERR
Disabled
[Enabled]
Indicates whether PCI SERR is
supported or not.
Post Error Pause Disabled
[Enabled]
Indicates whether POST is aborted
once at the end of POST if an error
occurs during the execution of POST.
AC-LINK Stay Off
[Last State]
Power On
Specify the state of power when the AC
power to the server is turned off once
and then on. (See the table below.)
Power on Delay
Time
[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.
BMC IRQ* Disabled
[11]
Set the IRQ for BMC.
FRB-2 Policy* Disable FRB2
Timer
[Retry 3 Times]
Set the FRB level 2 timer.
Boot Monitor* [Disabled]
Every 5 minutes
between 5
minutes and 60
minutes
Specify whether to enable or disable the
boot monitoring function on booting, or
select the time limit for timeout.
To use this function, install ESMPRO
Agent. Set this item to "Disabled" if the
system is booted from OS without
installation of ESMPRO Agent.
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Option Parameter Description Your Setting
Boot monitor
Policy*
[Retry 3 Times]
Retry Service
Boot
Always Reset
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.
Thermal Sensor Disabled
[Enabled]
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.
Platform Event
Filtering*
Disabled
[Enabled]
This item becomes meaningless when
the notification feature of remote
management card (RMC) is enabled.
[ ]: Factory-set
* Displayed only when Remote Management Card (option) is installed.
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."
Setting of AC LINK
System status before AC power off
Stay Off Last State Power On
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.
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.
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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
-
Displays the mother board part number. (View
only)
Board Serial
Number
-
Displays the mother board serial number.
(View only)
System Part
Number
- Displays the system code number. (View only)
System Serial
Number
- Displays the System serial number. (View only)
Chassis Part
Number
- Displays the chassis part number. (View only)
Chassis Serial
Number
- Displays the chassis serial number. (View only)
BMC Device ID* -
Displays the device ID of BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller). (View only)
BMC Device
Revision*
-
Displays the revision of BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller) device. (View only)
BMC Firmware
Revision*
-
Displays the revision of BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller) firmware. (View only)
SDR Revision* -
Displays the revision of SDR (Sensor Data
Record). (View only)
PIA Revision* -
Displays the revision of PIA (Platform
Information Area). (View only)
GBIA Module
Version
- Displays the GBIA module version. (View only)
[ ]: Factory-set
* Displayed only when Remote Management Card (option) is installed.
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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
[Disabled]
Serial Port A
Serial Port B
Specify the serial port to which a
remote console is connected.
ACPI Redirection
Port
[Disabled]
Serial Port A
Serial Port B
Specify the serial port to which an
ACPI console is connected.
Baud Rate 9600
[19.2k]
38.4k
57.6k
115.2k
Specify the baud rate used for the
interface with successive remote
consoles.
Terminal Type [PC ANSI]
VT100+
VT-UTF8
Specify the type of remote console.
Flow Control None
XON/XOFF
[CTS/RTS]
CTS/RTS+CD
Specify the flow control method.
Remote Console
Reset*
[Disabled]
Enabled
Specify whether to enable or disable
the reset command issued from
remote console.
[ ]: Factory-set
* Displayed only when Remote Management Card (option) is installed.
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Event Log Configuration
The following screen appears if you select "Event Log Configuration" on the Server menu and press Enter.
NOTE: This menu appears only when the Remote Management Card is installed in the
system.
See the table below for the items.
Option Parameter Description Your Setting
Clear All Event
Logs
Enter Press Enter and select "Yes" to clear
the system event log.
[ ]: Factory-set
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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 EXPRESSBUILDER, set the priority of the devices as shown in
the figure above.
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Exit
The Exit menu appears if you move the cursor to "Exit."
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).
Selecting "No" allows SETUP to be terminated without storage of the modified information. Then the server
automatically reboots the system. 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] - [I/O Device
Configuration] menu to [Disabled]. If the SATA hard disk drives ar e 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] - [I/O Device
Configuration] - [SATA Controller Mode Option] - [Enhanced].
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.
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ADD-IN CARD'S BIOS
Refer to the documentation coming with the optional add-in card for details.
When the server has multiple optional PCI boards installed, the server first displays the start-up message of the BIOS
Setup Utility of the mother board. It then displays the utility start-up message for optional PCI boards one by one. The
start-up message appears for the optional PCI board in the PCI #1 slot first, then PCI #2, PCI #3, PCI #4, and finally
PCI #5. The message displayed may vary depending on the optional PCI board. Refer to the manual that comes with the
optional PCI board for details.
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CONFIGURING MOTHER BOARD JUMPERS
You can use the following procedure to clear the CMOS data in the server.
IMPORTANT:
Clearing the CMOS data resumes the factory-set configuration data.
Do not change any other switch settings. Any change may cause the server to fail or
malfunction.
Clearing CMOS sets [SATA RAID Enabled] in the [Advanced] - [I/O Device
Configuration] menu to [Disabled]. If the SATA hard disk drives ar e 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] - [I/O Device
Configuration] - [SATA Controller Mode Option] - [Enhanced].
Mother board
Protect
Clear
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The following describe the clearing procedure.
WARNING
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 disassemble, repair, or alter the server.
Do not remove the lithium battery.
Disconnect the power plug before working with 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.
Make sure to complete board installation.
Do not pinch your finger with mechanical components.
Avoid installation in extreme temperature conditions.
IMPORTANT: Components inside the server are easily affected by static electricity.
Handle a component after making your body contact with a metallic frame section of the
server to discharge the static electricity on your body. Do not make bare hands contact with
terminals and components. See "Static Precautions" in this chapter for details of the static
electricity.
1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" in Chapter 9 to prepare
2. Remove the left side cover (see Chapter 9).
3. Change jumper switching setting from "Protect" to "Clear".
IMPORTANT:
Use the clip over jumper pins 2 and 3 on the mother board.
Do not lose the clip.
4. After three seconds later, reinstall the jumper.
5. Reinstall the server and then turn on the power.
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6. Press F2 during POST to run the BIOS Setup utility, and configure the mother board again.
IMPORTANT: 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] in the
[Advanced] - [I/O Device Configuration] menu 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] - [I/O Device
Configuration] - [SATA Controller Mode Option] - [Enhanced].
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RAID CONFIGURATION
This section describes how to use the internal hard disk drives in the disk array RAID configuration. To use an external
hard disk drive in a disk array, the optional disk array controller and the additional disk drive are necessary. Refer to the
manual of the optional disk array controller or additional external disk drive for details.
To configure the internal hard disk drives as the disk array drive:
Configure the two SATA hard disk drives by using the onboard RAID controller.
Configure the hard disk drives by using the optional disk array controller.
RAID Configuration of Serial ATA Hard Disk Drive
Your server includes the serial ATA RAID controller supporting the RAID levels 0 and 1.
You need two SATA (serial ATA) hard disk dri ves fo r con f i gurat i on.
RAID0 (striping)
Stores data on two hard disk drives by dividing it (striping). Both hard disk drives can be accessed at the same
time. This improves disk access performance compared with using a single hard disk.
IMPORTANT:
RAID0 does not have data redundancy. When a hard disk drive failure occurs, data
cannot be restored.
Logical capacity of the array becomes a multiple of the connected hard disk drive.
RAID1 (mirroring)
Stores the data being saved to one hard disk dive to another hard disk drive. This method is called
"mirroring." When storing data onto one hard disk drive, the same data is simultaneously stored onto another
hard disk drive. When a hard disk drive becomes faulty, the one with the same data can be used. This provides
operation without the system going down.
IMPORTANT:
RAID1 reads or writes data to/from the two hard disk drives at the same time. The disk
access performance is lower than the single disk.
Logical capacity of the array is equal to one hard disk drive connected.
Installing the Hard Disk Drives
Install the two serial ATA hard disk drives to your server. Refer to Chapter 9 for detail.
IMPORTANT: Use two hard disk drives of the same revolution. In addition, use two hard
disk drives of the same capacity if you are going to configure RAID1.
Enabling RAID Feature by BIOS SETUP Utility
The two hard disk drives installed can be used either as a single disk or a RAID drive.
To configure a disk drives as RAID drive, you must specify the hard disk drive being connected to the onboard SATA
connector as a RAID drive by using the BIOS SETUP Utility.
NOTE: The factory-set value is to use the hard disk drive as a single disk drive.
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To change settings by BIOS SETUP Utility:
1. Start the BIOS SETUP utility.
See "Starting SETUP Utility" described earlier.
2. On the [I/O Device Configuration] menu in Advanced menu, change the parameter of [SATA Controller Mode
Option] to [Enhanced] and change the parameter of [SATA RAID Enabled] to [Enabled].
3. Select [Exit] → [Exit Saving Changes] to save the settings and exit the SETUP utility.
When the setting has been changed, POST will display a message to prompt you to start [Array Configuration Utility
(ACU)] every time the server is started.
Press <Ctrl><A> for Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility
Start the utility to configure the RAID drive as needed. See the description below for details.
RAID Configuration by Array Configuration Utility (ACU)
This section describes how to configure the RAID by using the "Array ConfigurationUtility (ACU)" that can be called
from POST.
NOTE: You can configure the RAID drive by using Express Setup of
EXPRESSBUILDER. See Chapter 6 for details.
Running the Array Configuration Utility (ACU)
To start ACU:
NOTES:
Make sure that the BIOS has been changed according to "Enabling RAID Feature by
BIOS SETUP Utility".
To start the ACU from management PC via serial (direct) connection or via network, see
also "EXPRESSBUILDER" in Chapter 6.
1. Start the server.
2. To run ACU, press Ctrl + A when prompted by the following message during the system startup:
Press <Ctrl><A> for Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility
NOTE: If it takes a long time until a message appears on the display unit, press Ctrl + A
three to five seconds after power-on.
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After a while, the ACU menu appears.
To perform low-level
formatting or verification of
RAID drive
To change or delete RAID
configuration
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Configuring RAID
Take the following steps to configure RAID.
IMPORTANT:
Once the array is created and its properties are assigned, you cannot change the array
properties using the ACU.
The hard disk drives for RAID configuration must be physically formatted. See "Using
the Disk Utilities" described later.
Be sure to set Bootable according to "Managing Arrays" using the BIOS SETUP utility.
Otherwise, the memory dump cannot be collected at system failure, or other problem
will be raised.
1. Start the ACU.
See "Running the Array Configuration Utility (ACU)" described earlier.
2. Use the cursor key to select [Array Configuration Utility] from the Options menu, and press Enter.
3. From the main menu, select [Create Array] and press Enter.
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4. Select two hard disk drives for RAID and press Insert.
When you press Insert, the selected drive is added to the [Selected Drives] list box at right. If you wish to
delete any drive, select the one from the list box at left, and press
Delete. Then, the drive will be erased from
the list box at right.
NOTES:
Up to two hard disk drives can be connected to the onboard SATA connector of the
server. RAID configuration requires two or more hard disk drives. Therefore, select two
hard disk drives displayed in the list.
The grayed-out hard disk drive indicates the disk with no usable disk space, or
uninitialized disk. Press
Esc several times to exit this menu. See "Initializing Hard Disk
Drives" described later.
5. Press Enter.
[Array Properties] for detailed setting of RAID appears.
6. Select the desired RAID level using the cursor key and press Enter.
Select either RAID0 (striping) or RAID1 (mirroring).
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