NEC Express5800-120Bb-d6 User's Guide

NEC Express5800/BladeServer Series

N8400-064AF/065AF/066AF/067AF

NEC Express5800/120Bb-d6

User's Guide

1st Edition

4-2008

ONL-540_001_01-120Bb-d6-100-99-0803

456-01751-000

PN# 456-01751-000

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

SAFETY INDICATIONS

Follow the instructions in this User's Guide for your safety to use the server.

The server contains components that may pose possible danger, hazards that may be caused by ignoring warnings, and preventive actions against such hazards.

Server components that may pose possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them as well as described in this User's Guide.

In the User's Guide or warning labels, "WARNING" or "CAUTION" is used to indicate a degree of danger. These terms are defined as follows:

WARNING

CAUTION

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

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

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

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

(Example) (Example)

Symbol to draw attention

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.

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

Description of a danger Term indicating a degree of danger

CAUTION

Symbols used in this User's Guide and warning labels are listed below:

Attentions

Indicates that improper use may cause an electric shock.

Indicates that improper use may cause fumes or fire.

Indicates that improper use may cause fingers to be caught.

Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury by the moving fan blades.

Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury.

Indicates that improper use may cause explosion.

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

Prohibited Actions

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

Do not touch any component other than specified. Otherwise, an electric shock or personal injury such as burns may be caused.

Keep away from flame. Otherwise, a fire may be caused.

Keep away from water or liquid. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may be caused.

Indicates a general prohibited action that cannot be specifically identified.

Mandatory Action

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

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

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class 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.

BSMI Statement

CCC Statement

Trademarks

NEC ESMPRO and NEC EXPRESSBUILDER are trademarks of NEC Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, Windows NT, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Datalight is a registered trademark of Datalight, Inc. ROM-DOS is a trademark of Datalight, Inc. AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States and other countries. LSI, the LSI logo design, iBBU, MegaRAID, MegaRAID Storage Manager and WebBIOS are trademarks or registered trademarks of LSI Corporation of United States. Adaptec and its logo is a registered trademark of Adaptec, Inc. of United States. SCSISelect is a trademark of Adaptec, Inc. of the United States. Adobe, Adobe logo, and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. All other product, brand, or trade names used in this publication are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective trademark owners.

Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions stands for Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 R2, Standard x64 Edition Operating system and Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 R2, Enterprise x64 Edition operating system, or Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003, Standard x64 Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003, Enterprise x64 Edition operating system. Windows Server 2003 stands for Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 R2, Standard Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 R2, Enterprise Edition operating system, or Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003, Standard Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003, Enterprise Edition operating system. Windows XP x64 Edition stands for Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition operating system. Windows XP stands for Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. Windows 2000 stands for Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Server operating system and Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Advanced Server operating system, and Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional operating system. Windows NT stands for Microsoft® Windows NT® Server network operating system version 3.51/4.0 and Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation operating system version 3.51/4.0.

Windows Me stands for Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition operating system. Windows 98 stands for Microsoft® Windows®98 operating system. Windows 95 stands for Microsoft® Windows®95 operating system. WinPE stands for Microsoft® Windows® Preinstallation Environment.

Momentary voltage drop prevention:

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

Notes:

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

NEC Corporation.

(2) The contents of this User's Guide may be revised without prior notice.

(3) The contents of this User's Guide shall not be copied or altered without the prior written

permission of NEC Corporation.

(4) All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of all information in this User's Guide. If

you notice any part unclear, incorrect, or omitted in this User's Guide, contact the service representative where you purchased this product.

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

consequential damages arising from the use of this User's Guide regardless of Item (4).

PREFACE

Welcome to the NEC Express5800/BladeServer series server.

The NEC Express5800/BladeServer is the next generation of server technology that provides unparalleled performance. The server may be used as a workstation PC that configures a client-server system and provides high-speed processing and superior reliability.

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

Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Server

Chapter 2 General Description

Chapter 3 Setting Up

Your Server

Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server

Chapter 5 Installing the Operating System

Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities

Chapter 7 Maintenance

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server

Appendix A Specification

Appendix B

Installing the Operating System

ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE

This User's Guide describes how to properly set up and use the server.

This User's Guide also covers useful procedures for dealing with problems that may arise during setup or operation of the server.

Keep this manual for future use.

How to Use This User's Guide

This User's Guide contains the following information:

Provides information necessary to use the CPU blade. Make sure to read this chapter before setting up and using the CPU blade. It also includes requirements and advisory information for transfer and disposal of the CPU blade.

Provides information necessary to use the CPU blade, such as the names and functions of its components.

Describes how to select a site, unpack the system, connect cables, and power on your system.

Describes how to configure the system and provides instructions for running the BIOS Setup Utility and the LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility, which is used to configure a RAID array in your system.

Describes how to install the operating system.

Describes how to install the utilities for the server. It also describes using the attached NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD-ROM.

Provides nformation necessary to maintain successful operation of the CPU blade.

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

Describes how to upgrade your system with an additional processor, optional memory, optional mezzanine cards, and hard disk drives.

Provides specifications for your CPU blade.

Describes how to install Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions and Windows Server 2003 without using Express Setup.

Text Conventions

The following conventions are used throughout this User's Guide. For safety symbols, see "SAFETY INDICATIONS" provided earlier.

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IMPORTANT:

NOTE:

Items that are mandatory or require attention when using the server

Helpful and convenient piece of information

IN THE PACKAGE

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

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Store the accessories in a safe place. You will need them to install an optional device or troubleshoot the server, as well as to set it up.

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Make backup copies of any included floppy disks. Store the original disks in a safe place and use the copies when necessary.

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Improper use of a provided floppy disk or CD-ROM may alter your system environment. If you encounter an error, contact your service representative.

CONTENTS

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

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

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

Chapter 1 ........................................................................................................................... 1-1

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

Safety Notes ................................................................................................................................. 1-2

For Proper Operation ................................................................................................................... 1-6

Transfer to Third Party ................................................................................................................. 1-8

Disposal and Consumables .......................................................................................................... 1-9

User Support .............................................................................................................................. 1-10

Chapter 2 ........................................................................................................................... 2-1

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

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

Standard Features ......................................................................................................................... 2-3

Part Names and Controls ............................................................................................................. 2-4

CPU Blade ............................................................................................................................... 2-4

Lamp Indications ..................................................................................................................... 2-8

Using Your Server ...................................................................................................................... 2-14

Power-on of Blade Server ...................................................................................................... 2-14

Power-off of Blade Server ..................................................................................................... 2-16

POST ..................................................................................................................................... 2-16

Device Identification ............................................................................................................. 2-19

Chapter 3 ........................................................................................................................... 3-1

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

Before Installing CPU Blade ....................................................................................................... 3-2

Check MAC Address ............................................................................................................... 3-2

Installing DIMM ...................................................................................................................... 3-2

Installing the CPU Blade ............................................................................................................. 3-3

Making Connections .................................................................................................................... 3-4

Network ................................................................................................................................... 3-6

Chapter 4 ........................................................................................................................... 4-1

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

System BIOS ~ SETUP ~ ............................................................................................................. 4-1

Starting SETUP Utility ............................................................................................................. 4-2

Description of On-Screen Items and Key Usage ...................................................................... 4-3

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

Menu and Parameter Descriptions ........................................................................................... 4-7

Chapter 5 ........................................................................................................................... 5-1

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

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

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

Notes on Windows Installation ................................................................................................. 5-3

Flow of Setup................................................................................................................................ 5-7

Installing Windows Server 2003 ................................................................................................... 5-8

Installing and Setting Device Drivers ......................................................................................... 5-17

PROSet ................................................................................................................................... 5-17

Network Driver ...................................................................................................................... 5-18

Optional Network Board Driver ............................................................................................. 5-19

Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) ......................................... 5-20

Graphics Accelerator Driver ................................................................................................... 5-22

Installing N8403-018 FibreChannel Controller ...................................................................... 5-22

Available switch options for Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini file .......................................... 5-23

Setting for Solving Problems ...................................................................................................... 5-24

Memory Dump (Debug Information) ..................................................................................... 5-24

Windows Dr. Watson .............................................................................................................. 5-27

Network Monitor .................................................................................................................... 5-28

Installing Maintenance Utilities .................................................................................................. 5-29

Updating the System ................................................................................................................... 5-29

Making Backup Copies of System Information .......................................................................... 5-30

Installing with the OEM-FD for Mass Storage Device .......................................................... 5-31

Chapter 6 ........................................................................................................................... 6-1

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

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ........................................................................................................... 6-1

Autorun Menu .......................................................................................................................... 6-5

Parameter File Creator .................................................................................................................. 6-6

Parameters File ......................................................................................................................... 6-7

NEC ESMPRO ........................................................................................................................... 6-17

NEC DianaScope ........................................................................................................................ 6-18

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

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

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

System Diagnostics ...................................................................................................................... 7-2

Test Items ................................................................................................................................ 7-2

Startup and Exit of System Diagnostics .................................................................................. 7-3

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

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

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

Error Messages ............................................................................................................................ 8-3

POST Error Messages ............................................................................................................. 8-3

Lamps .......................................................................................................................................... 8-6

Solving Problems ......................................................................................................................... 8-7

CPU Blade ............................................................................................................................... 8-7

Problems with Windows ........................................................................................................ 8-13

Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ............................................................................ 8-16

Problems with Express Setup ................................................................................................ 8-17

Problems with Parameter File Creator ................................................................................... 8-18

Collecting Event Log ................................................................................................................. 8-19

Collecting Configuration Information ....................................................................................... 8-20

Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information .......................................................................... 8-20

Memory Dump ........................................................................................................................... 8-21

Recovery for Windows System .................................................................................................. 8-22

Maintenance Tools ..................................................................................................................... 8-23

Starting Maintenance Tools ................................................................................................... 8-23

Function of Maintenance Tools ............................................................................................. 8-25

Maintenance Tools with Remote Console ............................................................................. 8-27

Resetting the CPU blade ............................................................................................................ 8-29

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

Chapter 9 ........................................................................................................................... 9-1

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

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

Anti-static Measures .................................................................................................................... 9-3

Preparation for Installation .......................................................................................................... 9-4

Installation/Removal Procedure ................................................................................................... 9-5

Processor (CPU) ...................................................................................................................... 9-5

DIMM .................................................................................................................................... 9-13

Mezzanine Card ..................................................................................................................... 9-19

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

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

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Appendix B ........................................................................................................................ B-1

Installing the Operating System ...................................................................................... B-1

Setup and Re-setup of CPU Blade of Diskless Model ................................................................. B-1

Local Installation ..................................................................................................................... B-1

Remote Desktop for Management ............................................................................................. B-13

Setup of Device Driver (Normally Installed in Server) ............................................................. B-14

Network Driver ..................................................................................................................... B-14

PROSet .................................................................................................................................. B-16

Graphics Accelerator ............................................................................................................. B-18

Fibre Channel Controller Driver ........................................................................................... B-18

Optional Network Board Driver ............................................................................................ B-19

Setup of Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) .............................. B-20

Re-installation of the Network Driver ....................................................................................... B-23

Setting for Solving Problems ..................................................................................................... B-25

Memory Dump (Debug Information) - Windows Server 2003 - ........................................... B-25

Dr. Watson ............................................................................................................................. B-28

Network Monitor ................................................................................................................... B-29

Re-installing the Operation System if Multiple Logical Drives Exist ................................... B-30

Updating the System .................................................................................................................. B-32

Update from TS Client (Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions) .............................................. B-32

Update from TS Client (Windows Server 2003) ................................................................... B-33

Local Update ......................................................................................................................... B-34

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Chapter 1

Notes on Using Your Server

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

1-2 Notes on Using Your Server

SAFETY NOTES

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

WARNING

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

The server is not intended to be used with or control facilities or devices

concerning human lives, including medical devices, nuclear facilities and devices, aeronautics and space devices, transportation facilities and devices; and facilities and devices requiring high reliability. NEC assumes no liability for any accident resulting in personal injury, death, or property damage if the server has been used in the above conditions.

Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.

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

Do not remove the lithium battery.

The server contains a lithium battery. Do not remove the battery. Placing the battery near a flame or in water may cause an explosion.

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

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

If smoke, odor, or noise is present, immediately turn off the system 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. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

Use the devices only in the specified areas.

CPU blades and hard disk drives should be installed in a dedicated Blade Enclosure. Do not install CPU blades and hard disk drives in a chassis other than a Blade Enclosure. Failure to do so may result in fire and/or electric shock.

Notes on Using Your Server 1-3

WARNING

Do not handle the CPU blade if it is installed in the Blade Enclosure.

To install or remove an option from the CPU blade, first turn off the power of the CPU blade and remove the CPU blade from the Blade Enclosure. If you touch parts on the CPU blade with it is connected to the Blade Enclosure, you may receive an electric shock.

Do not install or remove more than one CPU blade at a time.

Install or remove CPU blades one by one. If you install or remove more than one CPU blade at a time or a CPU blade with the cover of another slot removed, you may receive an electric shock.

Do not use the equipment in a place where corrosive gases exist.

Make sure not to locate or use the server in a place where corrosive gases (sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, chlorine, ammonia, ozone, etc) exist. Also, do not locate it in an environment where the air (or dust) includes components accelerating corrosion (ex. sulfur, sodium chloride) or conductive metals. There is a risk of a fire due to corrosion and shorts of the internal printed circuit board.

CAUTION

Keep water or foreign matter away from the CPU blade.

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.

Make sure to complete device installation.

Always install a CPU blade, hard disk drive, and option board firmly. An incompletely installed device may cause a contact failure, resulting in smoke or fire.

Do not use any unauthorized interface cable.

Use only interface cables provided by NEC and locate a proper device and connector before connecting a cable. Using an unauthorized 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.

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Do not use a damaged cable connector.

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Do not step on the cable.

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Do not place any object on the cable.

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Do not use the Blade Enclosure with loose cable connections.

1-4 Notes on Using Your Server

Notes on Using Your Server 1-5

CAUTION

Avoid installation in extreme temperature conditions.

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

Avoid contact with the server during thunderstorms.

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

Keep animals away from the server.

Animal waste or hair may enter the CPU blade and cause a fire or electric shock.

1-6 Notes on Using Your Server

FOR PROPER OPERATION

Observe the following notes for proper operation of the server. Failure to observe these notes may cause a malfunction of the server.

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CPU blade

– N8400-064AF/065AF/066AF/067AF CPU blade assembly can be installed in the Blade

Enclosure (SIGMABLADE).

– Install or remove CPU blades one at a time.

– Hold the portions covered with metal plates when a CPU blade is installed or removed.

To carry a CPU blade, put it into the case in which it was packaged during shipping.

– The CPU blade is extremely sensitive to static electricity. Make sure to touch the metal

frame of the server to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the

CPU blade. Do not touch the CPU blade terminals or on-board parts with your bare

hands or place the CPU blade directly on a desk.

– Check and adjust the system clock after:

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Transporting the server

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Storing the server

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The server halts due to environmetal operating conditions being exceeded

(temperature: 10°C - 35°C, humidity: 20% - 80%) Check the system clock once a month. It is recommended to synchronize the system clock using a time server (NTP server) when a high degree of time accuracy is required. If the system clock fails to maintain sychronization despite being adjusted, contact your sales agent.

– Store the unit under storage conditions (temperature: -10°C - 55°C, humidity: 20% -

80%, without condensation) to ensure it functions correctly when it is used again.

– Before turning off the power of a CPU blade, shut it down correctly.

– Turn on the power of the CPU blade by using the POWER switch or the remote

power-on function after waiting 30 seconds or longer after supplying AC power to the power unit (the POWER lamp of the CPU blade lights amber). The CPU blade may not turn on if you do not wait at least 30 seconds after supplying AC power.

– After turning off the power of a CPU blade, wait at least 30 seconds before turning it

on again.

– Remove a CPU blade after turning off its power.

Notes on Using Your Server 1-7

– The CPU blade contains precision components that are easily affected by drastic

temperature changes. If the CPU blade is used after storage or relocation, make sure that it is fully adapted to the operating environment.

– Make sure that any optional devices are compatible with the CPU blade. Even if an

optional device can be installed or connected to the CPU blade, it may not operate properly and may damage the CPU blade.

– Do not perform any of the following operations during POST (including similar

operations from the EM card and external applications):

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Press the POWER switch of the CPU blade.

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Press the RESET switch of the CPU blade.

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Remove the CPU blade from the Blade Enclosure.

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Disconnect the power cord from the power unit of the Blade Enclosure.

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Hard disk drive

– The hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to static electricity. Make sure to touch the

metal frame of the server to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the hard disk drive. Do not touch the hard disk drive terminals or on-board parts with your bare hands or place the hard disk drive directly on a desk.

– Protect the hard disk drive from excessive shock or vibration. Failure to do so may

cause the hard disk drive to fail.

– The hard disk drive should be compatible with the blade server.

– Confirm the slot to which the hard disk drive is inserted.

– The hard disk drive contains precision components that are easily affected by drastic

temperature changes. If the hard disk drive is used after storage or relocation, make sure that it is fully adapted to the operating environment.

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Optional memory, processor, mezzanine card, board, and other electronic components

– These components are extremely sensitive to static electricity. Make sure to touch the

metal frame of the server to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the components. Do not touch the terminals or parts on the components with your bare hands or place the components directly on a desk.

– Make sure that any optional devices are compatible with the blade server. Even if an

optional device can be installed or connected to the server, it may not operate properly and may damage the server.

– The optional devices contain precision components that are easily affected by drastic

temperature changes. If the devices are used after storage or relocation, make sure that they are fully adapted to the operating environment.

– It is recommended to use optional devices provided by NEC. Some memory devices

and hard disk drives from other vendors are designed to be used with the server. However, ff such a device malfunctions and damages the server, you will be charged the repair even within the warranty period.

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

Turn off cellular phones or pagers. Radio interference may cause malfunctions of the server.

1-8 Notes on Using Your Server

TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY

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

Server

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

Provided Software

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

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All provided software applications must be transferred and no backup copies must be retained.

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The transfer requirements listed in "Software License Agreement" that comes with each software application must be satisfied.

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Software applications that are not approved for transfer must be uninstalled before transferring the server.

DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES

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Dispose of the CPU blade, hard disk drives, Blade Enclosure, option board, floppy disks, and CD/DVD-ROMs according to all national laws and regulations. Also dispose of the power cord provided with the server to prevent it from being used with other devices.

Notes on Using Your Server 1-9

IMPORTANT:

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For disposal (or replacement) of the battery on the motherboard of the server, consult with your service representative.

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Erase all hard disks, backup data cartridges, floppy disks, or other writeable media (e.g., CD-R and CD-RW discs) to prevent your data from being restored and used by a 3rd party. Exercise sufficient caution to protect your privacy and confidential information.

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The server contains components that have limited lifetimes and require replacement. For stable operation of the server, NEC recommends you replace these components on a regular basis. Consult with your service representative for replacement these components.

WARNING

Do not remove the battery.

The server contains a lithium battery (some optional devices may contain a lithium, nickel cadmium, or nickel hydrogen battery). Do not remove the battery. Placing the battery near a flame or in water may cause an explosion.

For the location of the battery on an optional device, refer to the manual

provided with the device.

CPU blade

1-10 Notes on Using Your Server

USER SUPPORT

If the server does not function correctly, do the following before requesting repair:

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

See Chapter 8 to check whether your problem is described. If it is, follow the recommended procedure to resolve it.

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

If the server still does not work properly after you have taken the above actions, consult with your service representative immediately. Take note of the lamp indications of the server and alarm indications on the display unit before consultation, which may provide information to your service representative.

Advice for Health

Notes on Using Your Server 1-11

Prolonged use of a computer may affect your health. Keep in mind the following to reduce stresses on your body:

Good Working Posture

Sit in your chair with your back straight. If the desk height is correct, you will look down at the screen slightly and your forearms will be parallel to the floor. This “good” work posture can minimize muscle tension caused by sedentary work. If you sit in a “bad” posture—for example, sit round-shouldered or with you face too close to the display—you may easily suffer fatigue or eyestrain.

Adjust Display Angle

Most types of displays allow you to adjust the angle vertically and horizontally. This adjustment is very important to prevent the reflection of light as well as to make the screen more comfortable to see. Without this adjustment, it is difficult to maintain a “good” work posture. Be sure to adjust the angle before using the display.

Adjust Screen Brightness and Contrast

Displays allow you to adjust brightness and contrast. Optimum brightness and contrast vary depending on the individual, brightness of the room, etc. If the screen is too bright or too dark, it can cause eyestrain.

Adjust Keyboard Angle

Some types of keyboards allow you to adjust the angle. If you adjust the angle to make the keyboard more comfortable to use, you can greatly reduce stresses on your shoulders, arms, and fingers.

Clean Equipment

Cleanliness of the equipment is very important not only for appearance but also for function and safety. Regularly clean the display, which may become difficult to see due to the accumulation of dust.

Fatigue and Rest

If you feel tired, refresh yourself by taking a short break or doing light exercise.

Chapter 2

General Description

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

2-2 General Description

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OVERVIEW

A BladeServer is a modular, multiprocessing system that includes a processor, memory, network connection, optional add-in card slot, and associated electronics on a single motherboard, which is called a CPU blade.

A CPU bladeis typically installed into a rack-mountable enclosure that houses multiple CPU blades that share common resources, such as cabling, power supplies, and cooling fans.

This high-density technology reduces the installation space, lowers the total cost of ownership, and offers increased computing density while ensuring both maximum scalability and ease of management.

Requires more

installation space

Saves

and

power

Higher

power

consumption

Blade Enclosure

CPU blade

STANDARD FEATURES

High performance

Expandability

High

reliability

Management Utilities

Available Features

Maintenance Features

Self-diagnosis

Easy Setup

General Description 2-3

 Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processor

Quad-Core Intel

 DDR2-667 SDRAM FB-DIMM  High-speed 1000BASE-T interface x2

(1Gbps supported)

 High-speed disk access (SAS)

 NEC ESMPRO  NEC DianaScope  Remote monitoring feature

(EXPRESSSCOPE engine)

 Off-line Maintenance Utility  Memory dump feature using the DUMP

switch

 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER (system

Xeon® Processor

 Two mezzanine card slots  48GB maximum memory capacity  Up to two processors  Two network ports  Two USB 2.0 interface ports

 Memory monitoring feature (correction of

correctable error/detection of uncorrectable error)

 CPU degradation feature (logical

isolation of a failed device)

 Bus parity error detection  Temperature detection  Error notification  Internal voltage monitoring feature  BIOS password feature

 Software power-off  Remote power-on feature  AC-Link feature

 Power On Self-Test (POST)  Test and Diagnosis (T&D)

management tools)

 SETUP (BIOS setup utility)  LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility

(RAID configuration utility)

2-4 General Description

PART NAMES AND CONTROLS

This section describes the names and features of the components of the CPU blade.

CPU Blade

This section describes the names, installation positions, and features of the components of the CPU blade.

Onboard Components

1 Lithium battery

DIMM socket

#1, #5, #9, #2, #6, #10, #11, #7, #3, #12, #8, #4 from top Heat sink

Install the processor #1 (CPU #1) below this heat sink.

Type II mezzanine slot

Slot to install mezzanine card

Type I mezzanine slot

Slot to install mezzanine card

MP connector

Used to connect with the midplane in the Blade Enclosure.

MAC address label Dummy heat sink

Install the processor #2 (CPU #2) below this heat sink.

SUV connector

10 Eject lever

3 4 5

CPU Blade Access Side

General Description 2-5

1 POWER lamp

The lamp lights green when the CPU blade is powered on. The lamp lights amber when the CPU blade is powered off but power is supplied from the power supply unit.

2 POWER switch

The switch turns on or off the power of the CPU blade itself. Pressing the switch for 4 seconds or longer causes the power supply to be turned off forcibly.

3 STATUS lamp (green/amber/red)

The lamp indicates the status of the CPU blade. See "Lamp Indications" described later for the indications of the lamp.

DUMP switch

Press this switch to run the memory dump.

LAN1 Link/Access lamp (green)

The lamp is on when LAN port 1 is connected to the network. The lamp blinks when data is being transmitted.

6 RESET switch

Press this switch to reset the CPU blade.

LAN2 Link/Access lamp (green)

The lamp is on when LAN port 2 is connected to the network. The lamp blinks when data is being transmitted.

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