System Release Notes
Express5800/120Rd-2
System Release Notes
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Express5800/120Rd-2
System Release Notes
The Express5800/120Rd-2 System Release Notes provide up-to-date information
on your system. These notes also provide additional valuable information about
your system that was not included in the user’s guide.
Please read these notes in their entirety.
CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................3
General Comments .................................................................................................................................3
Advisories...............................................................................................................................................3
EXPRESSBUILDER .........................................................................................................................3
WINDOWS XP OPERATING SYSTEM ..........................................................................................4
Documentation Errata.............................................................................................................................4
Express5800 Series 120Rd-2 User’s Guide .......................................................................................4
USING THIS GUIDE .............................................................................................................................5
T ext Conventions....................................................................................................................................6
Safety Indications and Symbols..............................................................................................................6
Safety .................................................................................................................................................6
Symbols..............................................................................................................................................6
Attentions.......................................................................................................................................6
Prohibited Actions .........................................................................................................................7
Mandatory Action..........................................................................................................................7
Related Documents.................................................................................................................................7
Safety Notices.........................................................................................................................................8
Safety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada..............................................................9
Care and Handling................................................................................................................................10
Replacing the Real-time Clock Battery............................................................................................11
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Introduction
These System Release Notes cover the following topics:
General Comments
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Advisories
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Documentation Errata
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General Comments
The following general comments apply to this server.
Versions of the Network Operating Systems tested and recommended are:
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Windows® 2000 with Service Pack 2
Windows NT® 4.0 Server with Service Pack 6
Novell® NetWare® 5.1
SCO OpenServer™ 5.06.
Advisories
EXPRESSBUILDER
The following advisories apply to EXPRESSBUILDER.
EXPRESSBUILDER Express Setup always configures the Windows 2000
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TCP/IP Protocol IP settings to "Obtain an IP address automatically"
(DHCP), regardless of the IP address setting specified in Express Setup. If
static TCP/IP addressing is required, TCP/IP must be reconfigured. Refer to
Windows documentation for instructions.
After installing Windows 2000, the Windows 2000 Device Manager may
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show an NEC GEM SCSI Processor Device and/or an Unknown Device
under Other Devices. The Unknown Device is a reference to the baseboard
management controller. Installing the ESMPRO Agent can clear both of
these conditions.
Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 must be installed using
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EXPRESSBUILDER Express Setup to take full advantage of NEC specific
software for your server.
Note:
system was preloaded at the factory.
This advisory does not apply if your operating
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EXPRESSBUILDER Express Setup does not support installation of
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Windows 2000 Service Pack 2. After installing Windows 2000, close
Express Setup, remove the EXPRESSBUILDER CD, and install Windows
2000 Service Pack 2 using the Microsoft Service Pack 2 media.
If you already have an operating system installed when creating a
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maintenance partition, EXPRESSBUILDER will warn you of the existing
partition. If you want to preserve the installed operating system, do not
create the maintenance partition or the existing operating system will be
overlaid by the maintenance partition.
The Administrator Menu in the System Information Management segment
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of the Offline Maintenance Utility is accessible only by NEC authorized
service representatives.
EXPRESSBUILDER operates in floppy emulation mode. The emulated
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floppy drive portion of your system CD-ROM is designated Drive A and the
remaining portion(s) of the CD-ROM is designated Drive Q. Your system
diskette drive is Drive B. After creating the Off-line Maintenance Utility
diskette, EXPRESSBUILDER prompts you to remove the diskette from
Drive B. At this prompt, remove the diskette from your diskette drive.
WINDOWS XP OPERATING SYSTEM
The following advisory applies when using the Windows XP operating system.
MWA and ESMPRO are currently not supported on management
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workstations running the Windows XP operating system.
Documentation Errata
Express5800 Series 120Rd-2 User’s Guide
Please note the following additions to the Express5800 Series 120Rd-2
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User’s Guide, 456-01582-000.
“Preface” information was inadvertently left out of the 120Rd-2
User’s Guide PDF file on EXPRESSBUILDER. This information is
included in these release notes.
Add the “Replacing the Real-time Clock Battery” procedure included
in these release notes to the end of Chapter 7 “Upgrading your
Server.”
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Using This Guide
Welcome to the Express5800/120Rd-2 Server User’s Guide. This user's guide
provides a quick reference to information about your server system. Its goal is to
familiarize you with your system and the tasks necessary for system configuring
and upgrading.
This guide contains the following information:
Chapter 1, “System Overview” provides all the information necessary to use
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the server, including a description your system’s major system components.
See this chapter to familiarize yourself with your server and how to use it.
Chapter 2, “Setting Up Your System” tells you how to select a site, unpack
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the system, assemble the rack-mount subsystem, make cable connections,
and power on your system.
Chapter 3, “Configuring Your System” tells you how to configure the
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system and provides instructions for running the BIOS Setup Utility and the
Adaptec Configuration Utility, which is used to configure SCSI devices in
your system. This chapter also provides information on system board jumper
settings.
Chapter 4, "Installing the Operating System" describes how to install the
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several different operating systems qualified for use with your server.
Chapter 5. "Maintenance" provides you with all the information necessary to
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maintain successful operation of the server. This chapter also includes a
description on relocating and storing the server.
Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting” contains helpful information for solving
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problems that might occur with your system.
Chapter 7, “Upgrading Your System” provides you with instructions for
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upgrading your system with an additional processor, optional memory,
options cards, and peripheral devices.
Appendix A, “Technical Specifications” provides specifications for your
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server system.
Appendix B, “Interrupt Request/PCI IRQ Device/I/O Port Address
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Assignments" provides the Interrupt Requests (IRQs), PCI IRQ device, and
I/O port addresses that are assigned by the factory for this system.
Appendix C, “Installing Windows 2000/Windows NT 4.0" describes how to
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install Microsoft Windows 2000 and Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 without
using the Express Setup tool.
Appendix D, “Product Configuration Record Table" provides a table for
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documenting your system configuration and future updates you may make to
your system.
“Glossary” defines the standard acronyms and technical terms used in this
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manual.
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Text Conventions
This guide uses the following text conventions.
IMPORTANT:
NOTE:
Items that are mandatory or require attention when using the server
Notes give important information about the material being described.
Safety Indications and Symbols
Safety
Follow the instructions in this User’s Guide to use your server safely.
In this User’s Guide a "WARNING" or "CAUTION" is used to indicate a
degree of danger. These terms are defined as follows:
WARNING
CAUTION
Symbols
Precautions and notices against hazards are represented with one of the
following three symbols:
Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious
personal injury or loss of life.
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may cause minor
personal injury, including burns, or property damage if the
instruction is ignored.
Attentions
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)
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 specifi cal ly identif ied.
Indicates that improper use may cause loss of eyesight due to laser beam.
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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.
Related Documents
In addition to this guide, the following system documentation is included with
your server either as electronic files on E
shipped with your server.
System Release Notes
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Release Notes provide you with the latest information about your system.
This information was not available to be included in your user's guide at the
time it was developed and released.
XPRESSBUILDER
or as paper copy
Getting Started Sheet
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The Getting Started Sheet provides several easy-to-follow steps to become
familiar with your server documentation and to complete your installation
successfully.
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Safety Notices
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock which could cause personal
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injury, follow all safety notices. The symbols shown are used in your
documentation and on your equipment to indicate safety hazards.
Warning: Lithium batteries can be dangerous. Improper handling of lithium
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batteries may result in an explosion. Dispose of lithium batteries as required
by local ordinance or as normal waste if no local ordinance exists.
Warning: The detachable power supply cord is intended to serve as the
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disconnect device.
Warning: This equipment has a 3-wire, grounded power cord. To prevent
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electrical hazards, do not remove or defeat the ground prong on the power
cord. Replace the power cord if it gets damaged. Contact your dealer for an
exact replacement.
Warning: The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel does not
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turn off the system AC power. Also, +5vdc is present on the system board
whenever the AC power cord is connected between the system and an AC
outlet. Before doing the procedures in this manual, make sure that your
system is powered off and unplug the AC power cord from the back of the
chassis. Failure to disconnect power before opening your system can result
in personal injury and equipment damage.
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In the U.S.A. and Canada, the power cord must be a UL-listed detachable power
cord (in Canada, CSA-certified), type ST or SJT, 16 AWG, 3-conductor,
provided with a molded-on NEMA type 5-15 P plug cap at one end and a
molded-on cord connector body at the other end. The cord length must not
exceed 9 feet (2.7 meters).
Outside the U.S.A. and Canada, the plug must be rated for 250 VAC, 10 amp
minimum, and must display an international agency approval marking. The cord
must be suitable for use in the end-user country. Consult your dealer or the local
electrical authorities if you are unsure of the type of power cord to use in your
country. The voltage change occurs via a switch in the power supply.
Warning: Under no circumstances should the user attempt to
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disassemble the power supply. The power supply has no user-replaceable
parts. Inside the power supply are hazardous voltages that can cause
serious personal injury. A defective power supply must be returned to
your dealer.
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Safety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada
PELV (Protected Extra-Low Voltage) Integrity: To ensure the extra-low
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voltage integrity of the equipment, connect only equipment with mainsprotected electrically-compatible circuits to the external ports.
Remote Earths: To prevent electrical shock, connect all local (individual
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office) computers and computer support equipment to the same electrical
circuit of the building wiring. If you are unsure, check the building wiring to
avoid remote earth conditions.
Earth Bonding: For safe operation, only connect the equipment to a
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building supply that is in accordance with current wiring regulations in your
country. In the U.K., those regulations are the IEE.
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Care and Handling
Use the following guidelines to properly handle and care for your system.
Protect the system from extremely low or high temperatures. Let
the system warm (or cool) to room temperature before using it.
Keep the system away from magnetic forces.
Keep the system dry. Do not wash the system with a wet cloth or
pour fluid into it.
Protect the system from being bumped or dropped.
Check the system for condensation. If condensation exists, allow it
to evaporate before powering on the system.
Keep the system away from dust, sand, and dirt.
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Replacing the Real-time Clock Battery
You may need to replace the real-time clock battery because of its life span. The
battery (Vendor Part #CR2032) is a commodity part available through many
vendors. Notice the plus (+) sign on the battery. This sign will assist you in
correctly positioning the battery on the system board.
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CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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CAUTION
Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap.
1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to
prepare for this procedure.
2. Extend the server out from the rack following procedures described earlier
in this chapter.
3. Open the top cover following procedures described earlier in this chapter.
4. If present, remove the protective plastic cover located over the top of the
lithium battery.
5. Insert the tip of a small flat-bladed screwdriver (B), or equivalent, next to
the tab retainer (A).
6. Gently push on the tab to release the battery from its socket.
7. Remove the battery from its socket (C).
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8. Dispose of the battery according to local ordinance. Observe the
CAUTIONS at the start of this procedure.
9. Remove the new lithium battery from its package, and being careful to
observe the correct polarity, insert it into the battery socket.
10. If applicable, reinstall the plastic cover on the lithium battery socket.
11. Reinstall the top cover following procedures described earlier in this
chapter.
12. Install the server into the rack following procedures described earlier in this
chapter.
13. Power on the server and verify POST displays no error messages.
14. Run the BIOS Setup to restore the configuration settings to the real-time
clock.
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