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NEC Express5800/120Rg-1 User's Guide

2nd Edition

1-2007

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SAFETY INDICATIONS

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

The 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 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)

Hot surface

Term indicating a degree of danger

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

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

Symbol to draw attention

CAUTION

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.

Description of a danger

SYMBOLS USED IN THIS USER'S GUIDE 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 explosion or burst.

Indicates that improper use may cause fingers to be caught.

Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury.

Indicates that improper use may cause fumes or fire.

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

Prohibited Actions

Mandatory Action

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

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

Do not touch the server components with wet hand. Otherwise, an electric shock may be caused.

Do not place the server near a fire. Otherwise, a fire may be caused.

Do not touch any other component than specified. Otherwise, an electric shock or burn may be caused.

Indicates a general prohibited action that cannot be specifically identified.

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

Be sure to provide earthing. 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.

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

Notes:

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

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

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

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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.

PREFACE

Welcome to the NEC Express5800/120Rg-1 server.

The NEC Express5800 server holds powerful performance and employs the latest technology to implement a computer for the next generation. With its potential capabilities, the server may be used as the 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 appreciate its functions to the maximum extent.

ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE

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

How to Use This User's Guide

To aid you in finding information quickly, this User's Guide 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 DVD-ROM drive.

Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server

tells you how to select a site, unpack the system, assemble the rack-mount subsystem, make cable connections, and power on your system.

Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server

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

Chapter 5 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup

describes how to install the operating system.

Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities

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

Chapter 7 Maintenance

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

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

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

Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server

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

Appendix A Specification

provides specifications for your server.

Appendix B Other Precautions

provides supplementary notes on using the server.

Appendix C IRQ and I/O Port Address

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

Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions

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

Appendix E Installing Windows Server 2003

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

Appendix F Product Configuration Record Table

provides a table to be filled with your server configuration.

Text Conventions

The following conventions are used throughout this 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 carton contains various accessories, as well as the server itself. See the packing list or "Getting Started" guide to make sure that you have everything and that individual components are not damaged. If you find any component missing or damaged, contact your sales agent.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rack......................................................................................................................................... 1-6

Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection................................................................... 1-7

Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices.......................................................................... 1-9

During Operation................................................................................................................... 1-10

For Proper Operation ..................................................................................................................1-11

Transfer to Third Party............................................................................................................... 1-13

Disposal and Consumables ........................................................................................................1-14

User Support .............................................................................................................................. 1-15

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

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

External View .......................................................................................................................... 2-3

Front View with Front Bezel Closed ....................................................................................... 2-4

Front View with Front Bezel Removed................................................................................... 2-5

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

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

Mother Board .........................................................................................................................2-11

Status Indicators......................................................................................................................... 2-12

POWER LED ........................................................................................................................ 2-12

STATUS LED........................................................................................................................ 2-12

DISK ACCESS LED ............................................................................................................. 2-14

ACT LED .............................................................................................................................. 2-14

UID LED (UID) .................................................................................................................... 2-14

Disk Access LED................................................................................................................... 2-14

Hard Disk Drive LED............................................................................................................ 2-15

LAN Connector LEDs........................................................................................................... 2-16

AC POWER LED (SAS Hot-swap Hard Disk Model Only)................................................. 2-17

Standard Features....................................................................................................................... 2-18

Remote Management Feature................................................................................................ 2-19

Degradation Feature .............................................................................................................. 2-20

Memory RAS Features.......................................................................................................... 2-20

Remote Power-On Feature (Wake On LAN) ......................................................................... 2-20

AC-Link Feature.................................................................................................................... 2-20

System Security..................................................................................................................... 2-21

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ........................................................................................................ 2-22

NEC ESMPRO .......................................................................................................................... 2-23

Off-line Maintenance Utility...................................................................................................... 2-23

System Diagnostic Utility...........................................................................................................2-23

NEC DianaScope........................................................................................................................2-23

Using Your Server.......................................................................................................................2-24

Front Bezel.............................................................................................................................2-24

POWER Switch......................................................................................................................2-26

Identification of Servers ~ UID Switch ~...............................................................................2-31

DVD-ROM Drive...................................................................................................................2-32

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

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

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

Unpacking the System..................................................................................................................3-5

Installing the Server......................................................................................................................3-6

Restricted Access Location ......................................................................................................3-7

ESD Precaution ........................................................................................................................3-7

Checking Components .............................................................................................................3-7

Required Tools .........................................................................................................................3-7

Installation Procedure for NEC Rack/Third Vendor's Rack .....................................................3-8

Removing the Server from the Rack Assembly......................................................................3-14

Connecting Peripheral Devices...................................................................................................3-16

Connecting Power Cord..............................................................................................................3-18

Turning On the Server ................................................................................................................3-20

Installing Operating System .......................................................................................................3-21

Installing Utilities .......................................................................................................................3-21

Making Backup Copies of System Information..........................................................................3-21

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

System BIOS (SETUP).................................................................................................................4-1

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

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

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

RAID Configuration ...................................................................................................................4-21

Onboard RAID Features.........................................................................................................4-21

Installing the Hard Disk Drives..............................................................................................4-22

Enabling RAID Feature..........................................................................................................4-22

Running LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility .................................................................4-25

Menu Tree ..............................................................................................................................4-27

Operating Procedures for Setup Utility ..................................................................................4-28

Configuring Mother Board Jumpers...........................................................................................4-38

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

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

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

Installation Flow ...........................................................................................................................5-8

Installing the Windows Server 2003.............................................................................................5-9

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

PROSet...................................................................................................................................5-14

Network Driver ......................................................................................................................5-15

Optional Network Board Driver.............................................................................................5-17

Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB).........................................5-18

Graphics Accelerator Driver .................................................................................................. 5-19

SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95/N8190-126).............................................................. 5-19

Disk Array Controller Driver (N8103-80F)........................................................................... 5-19

Notes on Using the N8103-75 Controller Board ................................................................... 5-20

Available switch options for Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini file.......................................... 5-21

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

Memory Dump (Debug Information).................................................................................... 5-22

Windows Dr. Watson............................................................................................................. 5-25

Network Monitor................................................................................................................... 5-26

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MegaRAID Storage ManagerTM (Server)................................................................................... 6-25

Setup with Express Setup ...................................................................................................... 6-25

Manual Setup......................................................................................................................... 6-25

MegaRAID Storage ManagerTM (Management PC) .................................................................. 6-25

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LEDs............................................................................................................................................ 8-3

Error Messages ............................................................................................................................ 8-4

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Error Messages after Power-on................................................................................................8-4

POST Error Messages ..............................................................................................................8-5

Beep Codes...............................................................................................................................8-9

Error Messages on Virtual LCD.............................................................................................8-10

Solving Problems........................................................................................................................8-13

Problems with the Server .......................................................................................................8-13

Problems with Disk Array Configuration...............................................................................8-19

Problems with Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions ...............................................................8-20

Problems with Windows Server 2003 R2...............................................................................8-21

Problems with Windows Server 2003 ....................................................................................8-22

Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ............................................................................8-24

Problems with Express Setup.................................................................................................8-25

Problems with Master Control Menu .....................................................................................8-27

Problems with Configuration Diskette Creator ......................................................................8-28

Problems with Disk Array Configuration...............................................................................8-28

Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information...........................................................................8-29

Memory Dump ...........................................................................................................................8-29

Preparing for Memory Dumping............................................................................................8-29

Saving the Dump File.............................................................................................................8-30

Off-Line Maintenance Utility .....................................................................................................8-31

Starting the Off-line Maintenance Utility...............................................................................8-31

Features of Off-line Maintenance Utility ...............................................................................8-32

Resetting the Server....................................................................................................................8-33

Forced Shutdown........................................................................................................................8-33

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

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

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

Preparing Your System for Upgrade.............................................................................................9-4

Hard Disk Drive............................................................................................................................9-8

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-10

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-14

Power Supply Unit (SAS Hot-plug HDD Model) ......................................................................9-18

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-18

Replacing a Failing Power Supply Unit .................................................................................9-21

Drive Cover ................................................................................................................................9-22

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-22

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-22

Logic Cover ................................................................................................................................9-23

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-23

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-24

DIMM.........................................................................................................................................9-25

Installation Order....................................................................................................................9-26

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-27

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-29

Using the Memory RAS Features ..........................................................................................9-30

Processor (CPU) .........................................................................................................................9-36

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-37

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-43

PCI Board ...................................................................................................................................9-44

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Notes...................................................................................................................................... 9-45

Installation ............................................................................................................................. 9-46

Removal................................................................................................................................. 9-49

RAID Controller Board.............................................................................................................. 9-50

Installation ............................................................................................................................. 9-50

Removal................................................................................................................................. 9-51

Use of internal hard disk drives in a disk array configuration ............................................... 9-51

Disk Expansion Unit.............................................................................................................. 9-54

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

SATA Hard disk drive models.....................................................................................................A-1

SAS 3.5-Inch Hard disk drive models......................................................................................... A-3

SAS 2.5-Inch Hard disk drive models......................................................................................... A-4

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

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

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

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

CD/DVD Discs........................................................................................................................ B-4

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

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

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

Appendix C IRQ ............................................................................................................. C-1

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

Notice.......................................................................................................................................... D-1

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

Installing Service Pack ........................................................................................................... D-3

Updating System .................................................................................................................... D-3

Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk........................... D-3

Manual Installation when N8103-80F Keeps Connection...................................................... D-3

Mounting MO Device............................................................................................................. D-3

About Removable Media........................................................................................................ D-3

Floppy Disk Drive .................................................................................................................. D-3

Creating Partition Size............................................................................................................ D-4

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions............................................................................ D-5

Creating "Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER"D-5

Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Clean Installation .......................................................... D-7

Reinstallation to Multiple Logical Drives ............................................................................ D-10

Updating the System.............................................................................................................D-12

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

PROSet ................................................................................................................................. D-13

Network Driver..................................................................................................................... D-14

Optional Network Board Driver........................................................................................... D-16

Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)....................................... D-17

Graphics Accelerator Driver ................................................................................................. D-18

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

SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-95/8190-126)..................................................................... D-19

Disk Array Controller Driver (N8103-80F).......................................................................... D-20

Setting for Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information)..................................................D-20

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

Notice .......................................................................................................................................... E-1

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

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

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

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

Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk ........................... E-3

Manual Installation when N8103-80F Keeps Connection....................................................... E-3

Mounting MO Device ............................................................................................................. E-3

About Removable Media ........................................................................................................ E-3

Floppy Disk Drive................................................................................................................... E-3

Creating Partition Size ............................................................................................................ E-4

Installing Windows Server 2003..................................................................................................E-5

Creating "Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" .......................... E-5

Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation ................................................................................ E-7

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-14

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

SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95/N8190-126).............................................................. E-17

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

Notes on Using the N8103-75 Controller Board................................................................... E-19

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Chapter 1

Notes on Using Your Server

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

1-2 Notes on Using Your Server

WARNING LABELS

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

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

Notes on Using Your Server 1-3

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.

General

WARNING

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

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

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

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

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

Keep needles or metal objects away from the server.

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

Do not use the server in any unapproved place.

Install the server on a standard EIA 19-inch rack assembly. Do not install the rack containing the server in a place inappropriate to the rack installation environment. Failure to follow these instructions may cause some bad influences to be imposed on the server and other systems installed on the rack and also a fire or personal injury due to falling of the rack may occur. For the detailed explanation on the place where the server should be installed and the earthquake-resistant construction for the rack, refer to the manual attached to the rack or contact you service representative.

Always install the server on a rack conforming to the relevant standard.

Install the server on a rack confirming to the EIA standard for the Server to be used. Do not use the server with installed on any other rack than standard EIA 19-inch rack or without the installation on a proper rack. Failure to follow these instructions may cause the server to operate incorrectly and/or personal injury or damages of surrounding devices to occur. Contact your service representative for the racks available for the server.

1-4 Notes on Using Your Server

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.

CAUTION

Power Supply and Power Cord Use

Notes on Using Your Server 1-5

Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand.

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

Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

Never connect the ground wire to a gas pipe. Failure to follow this warning may cause a gas explosion.

Plug in to a proper power source.

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

n dusty blades of the halfway inserted plug, increasing the possibility of fire. o

Use the authorized power cord only.

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

 Do not stretch the cord harness.  Do not pinch the power cord.  Do not bend the power cord.  Keep chemicals away from the

power cord.

 Do not twist the power cord.  Do not place any object on the

power cord.

 Do not bundle power cords.

Do not 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 any other purpose. Doing so may cause a fire or an electric shock.

WARNING

CAUTION

 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.)

1-6 Notes on Using Your Server

Rack

CAUTION

Do not carry or install the server only by a single person.

More than one person is required to carry or install the rack. Failure to follow this instruction may cause the rack to fall to result in personal injury and/or breakages of surrounding devices. In particular, a high rack (such as 44U rack) is unstable if it is not fixed by stabilizers. More than one person must always carry or install the rack while they support it.

Do not install the server so that the load may be concentrated on a specific point.

Install stabilizers on the rack so that the total load of the rack and devices mounted on the rack is not concentrated on a singe point or join more than one rack with each other to distribute the load. Failure to follow this instruction may cause the rack to fall to result in personal injury.

Do not install components on the server only by a single person.

More than one person is required to install parts including the doors and trays for the rack. Failure to follow this instruction may cause some parts to fall to be broken and/or to result in personal injury.

Anchor the equipment rack.

The equipment rack must be anchored to an unmovable support to prevent it from falling over when one or more servers are extended in front of it on slide assemblies. The anchors must be able to withstand a force of up to 113 kg (250 lbs.) You must also consider the weight of any other device installed in the rack.

Do not leave more than one device being pulled out from the rack.

Pulling out more than one device from the rack may cause the rack to be fallen. Only pull out a single device from the rack at a time.

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 power supply in the rack shall not exceed the rating load of the power branch circuit. Contact your electric constructor or the local power company for the requirements on the wiring and installation of electric facilities.

Notes on Using Your Server 1-7

Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection

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

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

WARNING

Never attempt to lift the server only by yourself.

The server weighs max. 21 kg (depending on its hardware configuration). Carrying the server only by yourself may strain your back. Hold the server firmly by its bottom with another person 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 User's Guide. 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 install the server on a rack with leaving covers removed.

Do not install the server on a rack with the cover being removed. Failure to follow this instruction may reduce the cooling effect in the server to result in some malfunction and/or dusts to enter the server to result in a fire or electric shock.

Do not pinch your finger with rails or other components.

Note sufficiently that your fingers may not be caught between a rail and another mechanical part or cut by a rail at installation or removal of the server from the rack.

Do not apply any load on the server pulled out from the rack.

Do not apply any load on the server pulled out from the rack. Doing so bends the frame of the server. Consequently, the server cannot be pushed back into the rack. Placing an object on the server may also cause personal injury if the server drops.

CAUTION

1-8 Notes on Using Your Server

CAUTION

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

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

Do not use any unauthorized interface cable.

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

 Do not use any damaged cable connector.  Do not step on the cable.  Do not place any object on the cable.  Do not use the server with loose cable connections.

Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices

Notes on Using Your Server 1-9

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

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

Disconnect the power plug before cleaning the server.

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

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

Avoid installation in extreme temperature conditions.

Make sure to complete board installation.

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

Do not touch any electrical components inside the server during the hot-swap replacement.

All power flows inside the server while the hot-swap replaceable components (hard disk and power supply). Do not touch the electrical components inside the server to avoid an electric shock.

CAUTION

1-10 Notes on Using Your Server

During Operation

Do not pull out or remove the server from the rack unnecessarily.

Do not pull out or remove the server from the rack unnecessarily. Pulling out or removing the server from the rack may cause not only the server to operate incorrectly but also the server to fall on people to make them injured.

Stay away from the fan.

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

Avoid contact with the server during thunderstorms.

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

Keep animals away from the server.

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

Do not place any object on top of the server.

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

Do not leave the server with its DVD-ROM tray ejected.

Dust may enter the server through openings and cause malfunctions of the server. Any person may also bump it and get injured.

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.

CAUTION

Notes on Using Your Server 1-11

FOR PROPER OPERATION

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

 Install the rack assembly in a place that meets requirements for successful operation. For

details, see Chapter 3, "Setting Up Your Server."

 The server is intended for installation in a Restricted Access Location, mounted above a

non-combustible material.

 Do not delete the maintenance partition created be NEC EXPRESSBUILDER although it

may appear on the OS.

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

server and peripheral devices.

 Verify that the access LED 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 30 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.

 Do not turn off the server until the POST (Power On Self-Test) completes. See Chapter 2

for details of POST.

 When you have just turned off the server, wait at least 30 seconds before turning it back

on.

 When unplug the power cord(s) from the server, wait at least 30 seconds before re-pluging

the power cord(s) to the server.

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

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

proactively prevents various failures of the server.

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

recommended to use of an uninterruptible power supply unit.

 Check and adjust the system clock before the operation if any of the following conditions

is applicable.

– After carriage of device

– After storage of device

– After the device is entered into the pause state under the environmental condition

enduring device operation (temperature: 10°C - 35°C, humidity: 20% - 80%)

 Check the system clock at the rough rate of once per month. When the system clock is

installed in a system requiring high time precision, it is recommended to use a time server (NTP server). If the system clock is remarkably delayed or advanced as the passage of time in spite of adjustment, contact your service representative to ask maintenance.

1-12 Notes on Using Your Server

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

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 a malfunction of the server.

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

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

Notes on Using Your Server 1-13

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 Hardware

Make sure to provide this User's Guide 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:

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

retained.

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

software application must be satisfied.

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

transferring the server.

1-14 Notes on Using Your Server

DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES

 Dispose the server, all the internal devices and DVD-ROMs according to all national laws

and regulations.

IMPORTANT: For disposal (or replacement) of the battery on the

mother board of the server, consult with your service representative.

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

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

WARNING

Do not remove the lithium battery.

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

When the server does not operate appropriately due to the dead lithium battery,

contact your service representative. Do not disassemble the server to replace or recharge the battery by yourself.

Mother board

Notes on Using Your Server 1-15

USER SUPPORT

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

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

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

recommended measure for it.

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

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

1-16 Notes on Using Your Server

Advice for Health

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

Good Working Posture

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

• You sit on a chair with your back straight.

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

keyboard.

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

You have "good working posture" as described in the above when no part of your body is under excess strain, in other words when your muscles are most relaxed. You have "bad posture" when you sit with your back hunched up or you operate a display unit with your face close to the screen. Bad working posture may cause eye strain or poor eyesight.

Adjustment of Display Unit Angles

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

Adjustment of Screen Brightness and Contrast

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

Adjustment of Keyboard Angle

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

Cleaning of Equipment

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

Fatigue and Rest

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

Chapter 2

General Description

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

2-2 General Description

OVERVIEW

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

Your server is housed and available as a rack-mount system. Your server conveniently installs into a standard EIA 19-inch rack assembly.

Your server includes a DVD-ROM drive and three (SATA or SAS) or six (SAS) hard disk drive bays. The hot-swap hard disk drive bays support 1.0-inch hard disk drives that can be swapped in or out of the system without powering it down, if RAID functionality is configured in the system.

As application requirements increase, you can expand your server with an additional processor, additional memory, add-in boards and peripheral devices, and hard disk drives.

External View

The following figure shows the three-hot-plug hard disk drive model.

General Description 2-3

1 Drive cover

2 Release buttons

3 Logic cover

2-4 General Description

Front View with Front Bezel Closed

The following figure shows the location of the front system features.

3 5-1 6

4 5-2 7

1 Front bezel

The front bezel is a cover protecting the front devices during daily operation. A security key is

provided to lock the cover.

2 Key slot

Insert the security key into this slot when unlocking the front bezel.

3 POWER LED (green)

This LED turns green when the power is turned on.

4 DISK ACCESS LED (green/amber)

This LED is green during access to the internal hard disk drives. The LED turns amber when

even one of the internal hard disk drives fails.

5 ACT LED (green)

This LED is on while the system is connected to the network. The number "1" on the icon

indicates LAN port 1, and the number "2" indicates LAN port 2.

6 UID LED (blue)

This LED goes on when the UID switch is pressed. (The LED also goes on or flashes when

software issues a command.)

7 STATUS LED (green/amber) (on the front panel)

This LED indicates the server status. The LED is green during normal operation. The LED

turns amber or flashes when the server enters the abnormal state.

Front View with Front Bezel Removed

General Description 2-5

Hot-plug 3.5-inch hard disk drive model (SATA or SAS)

See 3 - 7 on the previous page.

2 3 4 5 6 7-1 7-2 7-3

8-28-0 98-1

Hot-plug 2.5-inch hard disk drive model (SAS)

See 3 - 7 on the previous page.

42 3

8-0

8-4 8-2

7-1 7-2 7-3

1 Handles (1 at the right and left each)

Hold the handles when dismounting/mounting the server from/in the rack.

2 Serial port B (COM B) connector

Management port fro connecting the personal computer having a serial interface to this connector.

3 USB connectors (2 ports)

Connect device compliant with the USB interface to the connectors.

4 DUMP (NMI) switch

Press this switch to dump system memory.

5 POWER switch

Press this switch to turn on/off the power. Pressing the switch once turns on the power, and the POWER LED goes on. Pressing it again turns off the power. Keep pressing the switch for 4 seconds or more forcibly turns off the power.

6 UID (Unit ID) switch

Press this switch to turn on/off the UID LEDs on the front and rear panels of the server. Pressing the switch once turns on the LEDs. Pressing it again turns them off.

7 Optical disk drive (DVD-ROM drive)

This drive reads data from the disc.

7-1 Emergency hole 7-2 Disk access LED 7-3 CD tray eject button

8 Hard disk drive bays

Mount hard disk drives in the bays. Each number following the bold-faced number indicates the drive ID. The hard disk drives must be purchased separately.

9 DISK LED (green/amber)

Hard disk drive LED. Each hard disk drive LED is green during access to the hard disk drive. The LED turns amber when the hard disk drive fails. The LED flashes switching back and forth between green and amber during build processing (in only disk array configuration).

9 8-1 8-5 8-3

2-6 General Description

Rear View

SATA Hot-plug 3.5-inch hard disk drive model

SAS Hot-plug 3.5-inch/2.5-inch hard disk drive model

8 9 10 11 12

542 3

17-1 17-2

42 3

17-1 17-2

8 9 10 11 14

General Description 2-7

1 Low-profile PCI board extension slot (1C)

Mount PCI board of the low-profile type into this slot.

2 Full-height PCI board extension slot (1B)

Mount PCI board of the full-height type in the slot.

3 Captive thumbscrew

Secures the logic cover to the chassis.

4 Redundant power supply slot

Hot-swap SAS hard disk drive model only. An optional slot for 1+1 redundant power configuration.

5 Power supply

Supplies DC power to the server.

6 AC inlet

Connect the power cord to this socket.

7 LINK/ACT LED (green)

This LED indicates the access status of the LAN.

8 Management LAN port

100BASE-TX/10BASE-T interface port used to manage the server via LAN.

9 Speed LED (amber)

This LED indicates the transmission speed of the LAN.

10 Mouse/keyboard connectors

Connect the mouse and keyboard to the connectors through the provided relay cables.

11 Serial port A (COM A) connector

Connect device having a serial interface to this connector. A leased line cannot be connected directly to this connector.

12 Monitor connector

Connect the display unit to this connector.

13 UID switch

Press this switch to turn on/off the UID LEDs on the front and rear panels of the server.

Pressing the switch once turns on the LEDs. Pressing it again turns them off.

14 DUMP (NMI) switch

Press this switch to dump system memory.

15 UID LED (blue)

This LED goes on when the UID switch is pressed. (The LED also goes on when software

issues a command.)

16 USB connectors

Connect device compliant with the USB interface to this connector.

17 LAN connectors

Connect network systems on the LAN to the connectors

(1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T). The number "1" following the bold-faced number indicates LAN port 1, and the number "2" indicates LAN port 2.

2-8 General Description

Internal View

The internal view for each models show below. The processor air duct factory-installed in the system is omitted for clarity.

SATA Hot-swap 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Model

3 2

910

1 Front panel board

2 Hard disk drive bays 3 Backplane

4 Mother board

5 Power supply

6 Riser card module assembly

7 Chassis intrusion switch

8 DIMMs

9 Processor (mounted under the CPU and heat sink)

10 Cooling fans

(Each number following the bold-faced number indicates the fan number.)

11 DVD-ROM drive

12 DAC LED pin header

SATA 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Model

3 2

General Description 2-9

910

1 Front panel board

2 Hard disk drive bays 3 Backplane

4 Mother board

5 Power supply

6 Riser card module assembly

7 Chassis intrusion switch

8 DIMM

9 Processor (mounted under the CPU and heat sink)

10 Cooling fans

(Each number following the bold-faced number indicates the fan number.)

11 DVD-ROM drive

2-10 General Description

SAS 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Model

1011

1 Front panel board

2 Hard disk drive bays 3 Backplane

4 Middle-plane

5 Mother board

6 Power supply

7 Riser card module assembly

8 Chassis intrusion switch

9 DIMM

10 Processor (mounted under the CPU and heat sink)

11 Cooling fans

(Each number following the bold-faced number indicates the fan number.)

12 DVD-ROM drive

Mother Board

General Description 2-11

3 4

5 6

19-1

19-2

FRONT

1 Power signal connector 2 Main power connector 3 USB file device connector 4 USB connector 5 Configuration jumpers

Keep the settings at the factory.

6 Connectors

Not used in this system.

7 Password clear jumper switch 8 SATA connector 2 (SATA hard disk drive model only)

Not used in this system.

9 RAID socket

Reserved for future use.

10 SATA Connector 1 (SATA hard disk drive model only) 11 Lithium battery 12 CMOS clear jumper switch 13 SAS hard drive connector 2 (SAS hard disk drive model only) 14 SAS hard drive connector 1 (SAS hard disk drive model only) 15 RAID configuration jumper 16 PCI riser slot (For only low-profile board) 17 PCI riser card slot (For only full-height board) 18 DIMM sockets (for the interleave type)

(The sockets are called 41, 42, 43, 11, 12, 13, 21, 22, 23, 31, 32, 33 sequentially from top.)

19 Processor sockets

19-1 Processor #1 (CPU #1) 19-2 Processor #2 (CPU #2)

20 Backplane connector

External connector, indicators and controls

REAR

2-12 General Description

STATUS INDICATORS

This section explains the indication and meanings of the server LEDs.

POWER LED ( )

The POWER LED is on (green) while the server power switch is on. It is off while no power is supplied to the server.

The POWER LED indicates that the server is running in the power-saving mode (sleep mode). If the OS supports the power-saving mode such as Windows Server 2003, running the command blinks the POWER LED in green and place the server in the power-saving mode. Press the POWER switch to turn out the POWER LED and place the server back in the normal mode.

The power-saving mode is only available when the OS supports the power-saving feature. Some OS's allow you to set the server to automatically turn in the power-saving mode when no access is made to the server for a certain period of time or to select the power-saving mode with a command.

STATUS LED ( )

The STATUS LED is on (green) while the server is operating normally. (The rear panel also has the STATUS LED on it.) If the STATUS LED is off or turns amber and flashes, it indicates that the server is in abnormal state.

The table below explains the STATUS LED indication, the meanings, and the procedures.

NOTES:

 If NEC ESMPRO or the offline maintenance utility is installed, you

can confirm the cause of a failure by referring to the error log.

 If shutdown processing can be performed through the operating

system when you want to restart the system after turning the power off, restart the system by performing shutdown processing. If shutdown processing cannot be performed, restart the system by resetting, forcibly turning the power off, or disconnecting and then connecting the power cord.

General Description 2-13

STATUS LED indication

On (green) The server is operating normally. – Flashing

(green)

Off

On (amber)

Flashing (amber)

A voltage warning was detected Contact your service representative.

Description Procedure

• The server is operating with the

memory or CPU in degraded state.

• An uncorrectable memory error

has often occurred.

The power is off. – POST is in progress.

A CPU error occurred. (IERR) A CPU temperature alarm was

detected. A timeout occurred when the time

set for the watchdog timer arrived. A CPU bus error occurred. A memory dump request is made.

A temperature alarm was detected.

A voltage alarm was detected. The power supply units failed. A fan alarm was detected.

A temperature warning was detected.

Identify the device in degraded state by using the BIOS setup utility "SETUP," and replace it as soon as possible.

Wait for a while. The STATUS LED turns green when POST is completed.

Turn the power off and then turn it on. If the POST screen displays an error message, take notes of the message, and contact your sales representative.

Wait until the memory dump is completed.

Check if the internal fans are clean and if the fan units are firmly connected. If the STATUS LED indication does not change when the fans are normal, contact your sales representative.

Contact your sales representative.

Check if the fan units are firmly connected.

If the STATUS LED indication does not change when the fans are normal, contact your sales representative.

Check if the internal fans are clean and if the fan units are firmly connected. If the STATUS LED indication does not change when the fans are normal, contact your sales representative.

2-14 General Description

DISK ACCESS LED ( )

The DISK ACCESS LED indicates the status of the hard disk drive mounted in the 3.5-inch disk bay.

The LED turns green each time access is made to the hard disk drive.

When the DISK ACCESS LED turns amber, it indicates that a hard disk drive failure has occurred. Check the hard disk drive LED for the status of the failing hard disk drive.

IMPORTANT: If a hard disk drive in the server is connected to the internal disk array controller (which is additionally mounted), the access LED signal cable (connected to the connector on the mother board) must be connected from the disk array controller to the mother board.

ACT LED ( )

The ACT LED is green while the server is connected to the LAN. The LED flashes while the server is accessed via the LAN (during transmission/reception of packets). The number next to the icon indicates the network port number on the rear panel of the server.

UID LED (UID)

Pressing the UID switch toggles the front panel UID LED (blue) and the mother board UID LED on and off. The mother board UID LED is visible through the rear of the chassis and allows you to locate the server you're working on from the rear of the servers on a rack.

Disk Access LED

The disk access LED of the DVD-ROM drive is on while the drive is accessed.

General Description 2-15

Hard Disk Drive LED

The disk LED located on the drive carrier indicates the following depending on the status:

Hard disk drive Hard disk drive

Drive carrie

Disk LED

3.5-inch hard disk drive 2.5-inch hard disk drive

 Flashing (green)

The LED indicates that the hard disk drive is accessed.

 On (amber)

The LED indicates a failure of a hard disk drive mounted in disk array configuration.

NOTE: Even if one of the hard disk drives fails in disk array configuration (RAID1 or RAID5), the server can continue operation. However, replace the disk as soon as possible, and perform reconstruction (rebuild) processing. (The failing disk can be replaced in hot swap mode.)

 Flashing switching back and forth between green and amber

The LED indicates that reconstruction (rebuild) processing is being performed for the hard disk drive. (This flashing does not indicate a failure.) When a failing hard disk drive is replaced in disk array configuration, the system automatically rebuilds the data. (Auto-rebuild function) The LED switches back and forth between green and amber during rebuild processing.

The LED goes off when the rebuild processing has terminated. It turns amber when the rebuild processing fails.

2-16 General Description

IMPORTANT: If the server is turned off during rebuild processing, the processing is stopped. Restart the server, mount the new hard disk drive in hot swap mode, and then perform rebuild processing again. Observe the following notes on using the auto-rebuild function.

 Do not turn the power off. (Once the power is turned off, the

auto-build function does not start.)

 Let 90 seconds or more pass between when dismounting a failing

hard disk drive and when mounting the new one.

 Do not replace a failing hard disk drive while rebuild processing is

being performed for another hard disk drive.

LAN Connector LEDs

There are two LEDs for each of the two LAN ports (connectors) on the rear panel.

LINK/ACT

Management port

LINK/ACT LEDs



SPEED

Each LINK/ACT LED indicates the status of the standard network port of the server. While power is supplied to the server and HUB and the connection is correct, the LED is on (green). The LED turns green and flashes while the network port is transmitting/receiving data.

If the LED does not go on when the LINK state is placed, check if the network cable is in normal state and if it is connected correctly. If the LED does not go on yet when the network cable is normal, the network (LAN) controller may be faulty. In this case, contact your sales representative.

 Speed LEDs (for data transmission ports)

This LED indicates whether each of the network ports normally equipped with the server is operated through the 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T network interface. If the LED is lit amber, the network port is operated through 1000BASE-T. If the LED is lit green, the network port is operated through 100BASE-TX. If the LED is off, the network port is operated through 10BASE-T.

LINK/ACT

SPEED

Data transmission ports

SPEED

LINK/ACT

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 Speed LED (for management port)

This LED indicates whether each of the network ports normally equipped with the server is operated through the 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T network interface. If the LED is lit amber, the network port is operated through 100BASE-TX. If the LED is off, the network port is operated through 10BASE-T.

AC POWER LED (SAS Hot-swap Hard Disk Model Only)

There is an AC POWER LED for the power supply unit on the rear. The LED turns green and flashes when the power supply unit receives AC power from the power cord, which is connected to the AC inlet. (Flashing amber indicates no AC power is received in any one of two power supplies in the redundant configuration.)

The LED turns green when the server power switch is turned on. If the LED does not go on when the server power switch is turned on or if it turns amber, the power supply unit is probably faulty. In this case, contact your service representative to replace the power supply unit.

C inlet

AC POWER LED

C inlet

Power supply slot (option)

Power supply slot (standard)

NOTE: If one power supply unit fails while an optional power supply is mounted, the system can continue operation with the other power supply unit (redundant function). The failing power supply unit can be replaced in hot swap mode (with the power on) without the system being stopped.

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STANDARD FEATURES

High performance Expandability

 Intel Xeon Processor  High-speed network interface

(1000Mbps/100Mbps/10Mbps supported)

 High-speed disk access

(SATA2/Serial Attached SCSI)

 High-speed memory access (DDR2-533

or DDR2-667)

 One PCI EXPRESS (x8) bus  One PCI-X (64-bit/100 MHz) bus  Large memory of up to 48GB  Hot-swap hard disk drive bays

SATA 3.5”: up to 3 hard disk drives SAS 3.5”: up to 3 hard disk drives SAS 2.5”: up to 6 hard disk drives

 Up to two multi-processors are available

for upgrade.

 One backup file bay  USB2.0 interface (A USB-support driver

is required.)

High-reliability Many Available Features

 Remote Management Controller  Memory monitoring feature (error

correction/error detection)

 CPU/memory degradation feature

(logical isolation of a failed device)

 Memory chipkill feature  Memory mirroring/online spare memory

feature

 Bus parity error detection  Temperature detection  Error notification  Internal fan monitoring feature  Internal voltage monitoring feature  Redundant power supply (hot-swap)  RoMB (RAID on mother board)  Auto-rebuild feature (hot-swappable)  BIOS password feature  Mechanical security lock  Redundant fans

Management Utilities Easy and Fine Setup

 NEC ESMPRO  NEC DianaScope

Maintenance Features

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

switch

 Graphic accelerator "ATI RADEON 7000"

support

 El Torito Bootable CD-ROM (no

emulation mode) format support

 POWER switch mask  Software power-off  Remote power-on feature  AC-Link feature  Consoleless feature

Self-diagnosis

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

 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER (system setup

utility)

 Configuration Parameter Diskette Creator  SETUP (BIOS configuration utility)  SoftwareRAID Setup Utility (Onboard

RAID configuration utility)

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Remote Management Feature

Server management is concentrated in the Remote Management Controller (RMC). The RMC and associated circuitry are powered from a 5Vdc standby voltage, which remains active when system power is switched off, but the ac power source is still on and connected.

The RMC supports the NEC DianaScope, which allows remote server management through networks. Events monitored by the manager system include over-temperature and over-voltage conditions, fan failure, or chassis intrusion.

Information on NEC DianaScope may be found in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM.

One major function of the RMC is to autonomously monitor system management events, and log their occurrence in the nonvolatile System Event Log (SEL). The events being monitored include overtemperature and overvoltage conditions, fan failure, or chassis intrusion. To enable accurate monitoring, the RMC maintains the nonvolatile Sensor Data Records (SDRs), from which sensor information can be retrieved. The RMC provides an ISA host interface to SCR sensor information, so that software running on the server can poll and retrieve the server's current status.

The RMC performs the following:

 Monitors server board temperature and voltage*

 Monitors processor presence and controls Fault Resilient Boot (FRB)

 Detects and indicates baseboard fan failure*

 Manages the SEL interface

 Manages the SDR Repository interface

 Monitors the SDR/SEL timestamp clock

 Monitors the system management watchdog timer

 Monitors the periodic SMI timer

 Monitors the event receiver

 Controls secure mode, including video blanking, diskette write-protect monitoring, and

front panel lock/unlock initiation

 Controls Wake On LAN via Magic Packet support.

*Also, NEC ESMPRO supports these features.

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Degradation Feature

The degradation feature automatically isolates a failed DIMM or processor to assure continuous operation of the server when the POST (Power On Self-Test, self-diagnosis program after power on) detects such a DIMM or processor.

NOTE: The degradation feature is only available when at least two

DIMMs or processors are installed.

Failed DIMMs and processors may be identified on the screen that the POST displays, or with the BIOS setup utility of the server, "SETUP." They may also be identified on the system that has the NEC ESMPRO installed.

Memory RAS Features

Your server board has the memory mirroring and online spare memory features. For detail explanation, refer to Chapter 9.

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, use the BIOS setup utility, "SETUP." (See Chapter 4.)

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

 Abnormal previous system shut-down

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

blackout, etc.)

AC-Link Feature

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

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System Security

To help prevent unauthorized entry or use of the system, the system includes a full lockable front bezel and Server Management software that monitors the front bezel intrusion switch.

Security with Mechanical Locks and Monitoring

To unlock the bezel, insert the key in the lock and turn the lock counterclockwise until it stops (about a quarter turn). The bezel is now unlocked and can be opened again.

To lock the bezel, insert the key in the lock. Turn the lock clockwise until it stops (about a quarter turn). The bezel is now locked and cannot be opened.

Software Locks via the BIOS SETUP Utility

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, you can access the system only after you enter the correct password(s). For example:

 Mask the power switch function after the power-on.

 Set and enable a supervisor password.

 Set and enable a user password.

 Disable access to the boot sector of the operating system hard disk drive.

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NEC EXPRESSBUILDER

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

The major functions of the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER are:

 To install the Operating System.

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

 To diagnose the system.

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

 To create a support disk.

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

 To update the BIOS.

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

 To update the Windows System*

"Update Express5800 system" in Master Control Menu (Windows-based NEC EXPRESSBUILDER feature) updates the several resources of Microsoft Windows Server

2003. (See Chapter 6)

 To install the utilities.

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER includes some management software for Windows (NEC ESMPRO, NEC DianaScope and so on) and maintenance utilities for DOS (System diagnostics, Off-line Maintenance Utility and so on). You can install the applications for Windows from Master Control Menu and install the utilities for DOS from Tools menu. (See Chapter 6)

 To read the online documents*

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

* These functions are available under the Windows system.

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

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

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NEC ESMPRO

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

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

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

OFF-LINE MAINTENANCE UTILITY

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

Refer to Chapter 8 for details.

SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC UTILITY

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

NEC DianaScope

The NEC DianaScope is a software for the remote management of the server. The NEC DianaScope can control the managed server even if OS is not running on the managed server.

See Chapter 6 and online document in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.

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USING YOUR SERVER

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

Front Bezel

Remove the front bezel to power on/off the server, to access the DVD-ROM drive and to install/remove hard disk drives to the 3.5-inch disk bays.

IMPORTANT:

 To open the front door, you must unlock the door with the provided

security key.

 Pay attention not to press the POWER switch when you install or

remove the front bezel.

Installing or Removing the Front Bezel

When turning the power of the server on/off, accessing to the DVD-ROM drive, or installing or removing a hard disk drive on or from the 3.5-inch disk bay, first remove the front bezel.

IMPORTANT: The front bezel can be opened only when you unlock

it by using the attached security key.

1. Insert the attached security key into the key slot and turn the key to the front bezel side

with it pressed lightly to release the lock.

Unlock

Lock

2. Hold the right end of the front bezel lightly to pull it toward you.

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3. Slide the front bezel to the left a little to remove the tab from the frame and then remove

the front bezel from the server.

To install the front bezel, latch the tab at the left side of the front bezel on the server frame. After the installation, lock the front bezel by using the key for security.

Ta b

Frame

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POWER Switch

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

Power On

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

The POWER LED lights in green.

POWER LED

POWER switch

IMPORTANT:

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

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

 If the power cord is connected to the server, an initial diagnosis of

the hardware starts. The POWER switch does not work while in diagnosis. Wait for about 30 seconds, then press the POWER switch.

 Always allow POST to complete before powering down your

system.

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POST

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

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

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

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.

The POST check results should be checked in the following cases.

 When the server is used for the first time.

 When the server appears to fail.

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

 When an error message appears on the display unit.

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POST Execution Flow

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

IMPORTANT:

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

is in progress.

 Some system configurations may display the message "Press Any

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Press <F2> to enter SETUP, <F4> Service Partition, <F12> to Network

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

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

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

The message "<F4> Service Partition" is displayed if you have created a maintenance partition during setup using Express Setup. Press F4 to boot the system from maintenance partition. See Chapter 6 for details.

The message "<F12> to Network" prompts you network booting (PXE boot). If you press F12, the POST searches for boot device on network.

General Description 2-29

4. If your server uses onboard RAID feature, the following message is displayed to prompt

you to run RAID utility.

Press <Ctrl><M> to Run LSI Logic SoftwareRAID Setup Utility

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

IMPORTANT: The LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility is used to

manage the data stored in hard disk drive, or for maintenance. See Chapter 4 for detail.

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

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

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

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

appears upon successful completion of POST.

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

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

7. The OS starts when POST completes.

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POST Error Messages

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

IMPORTANT: Take a note on the messages displayed before

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

Power Off

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

IMPORTANT: Always allow POST to complete before turning off

the server.

1. Shutdown the OS.

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

The POWER LED goes off.

3. Power off peripheral devices.

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Identification of Servers ~ UID Switch ~

An "UID (Unit ID) LED" is provided on the front panel and rear panel. If more than one server is mounted in a single rack, the LED identifies the server you are going to maintain.

The UID LED goes on when the UID (Unit ID) switch on the front panel is pressed. It goes off when the switch is pressed again.

Maintenance from the rear of the rack has to be carried out in a dark, narrow space. The interface cable of a server or power supply unit in normal state may be disconnected by accident in this situation. To prevent this problem, you should start maintenance after confirming the target server by using the UID switch.

UID switch UID LED

UID switch

UID LED

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DVD-ROM Drive

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

CAUTION

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

Set a disc on the DVD-ROM drive in the following procedure.

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

1. Confirm that the power of the server is on (with the POWER LED being lit in green)

before setting the disc on the DVD-ROM drive.

2. Press the Eject button on the front of the DVD-ROM drive.

The tray comes out a little.

3. Hold the tray lightly and pull it out toward you until the tray stops.

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

upward.

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5. As shown in the figure below, hold the tray with a hand and press the disc with fingers of

another hand to make the hole of the disc fit to the rotor at the center of the tray.

Roto

Press this part of disc.

6. Push the front of the tray lightly to retract it into the drive.

IMPORTANT: If a noisy sound in driving the DVD-ROM drive occurs

after setting a disc, set it again correctly.

To take out the disc from the DVD-ROM drive, press the Eject button in the similar way in setting the disc to make the tray go out.

If the access LED is lit in orange, the disc is being accessed. Confirm that the access LED is not lit before pressing the Eject button.

As shown in the figure below, hold the tray with a hand and take the end of the disc lightly by the fingers of another hand with the suppression of the rotor at the center of the tray to remove the disc from the tray.

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After taking out the disc, return the tray into the drive.

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

Emergency hole

7. Press the POWER switch to power off the server. (The POWER LED goes off.)

8. 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 DVD-ROM drive and gently push it in until the tray is ejected.

IMPORTANT:

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

 If the above procedure does not let you take out the disc, contact

your service representative.

9. Hold the tray and pull it out.

10. Take out the disc.

11. Push the tray back into position.

General Description 2-35

NOTE: Use of the Disc

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

 For the disk which does not conform to the CD standard, the

playback of such a disk with the CD drive is not guaranteed.

 Do not drop the disc.

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

 Do not attach any label onto the disc.

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

your hand.

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

tray.

 Do not scratch the disc or write anything directly on it with a pencil

or ball-point pen.

 Keep the disc away from cigarette smoke.

 Do not leave the disc in a high-temperature place (e.g., place

exposed to direct sunlight or close to a heater).

 When dust or fingerprints are attached on the disc, wipe the disc

from its center to edge with a dry soft cloth slowly and gently.

 Use the CD cleaner to clean the disc. Do not use record

spray/cleaner, benzene, or thinner.

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

 If the disc emits large noise in the DVD-ROM drive, remove the

disc and insert it back again.

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Chapter 3

Setting Up Your Server

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

3-2 Setting Up Your Server

SETUP FLOW

Follow the flowchart below to set up the server.

Selecting the server site

Select a suitable site for the server and assemble the 19-inch rack assembly.

Unpacking the system

Unpack the server and accessories from the chipping carton box.

Install the server

Install the server into the rack assembly.

Connecting peripheral devices

Connect peripheral devices to the server.

Connecting the power cord

Connect the power cord to the server.

Turning on the server

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

Installing the operating system

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

Installing the utilities

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

Making backup copies of system information

After all the system setup procedures are completed, make backup copies of system information.

System information is required for recovering the server from the trouble or after replacing the system board.

Setting Up Your Server 3-3

SELECTING SERVER SITE

To use the server, install it on a standard EIA 19-inch rack assembly.

Refer to the documentation attached to the rack or contact your service representative for the installation of the server on the rack.

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 use the server in any unapproved place.  Do not connect the ground line to a gas pipe.

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 carry or install the server only by a single person.  Do not install the server where the load may be concentrated on a specific

point.

 Do not install any component on the server only by a single person.  Do not pull out a device from the rack if the rack is unstable.  Do not leave more than one device being pulled out from the rack.  Do not provide the wiring exceeding the rating power.

WARNING

CAUTION

3-4 Setting Up Your Server

Do not install the rack in the places listed below. Installing the rack or mounting the server on the rack in such a place may cause some malfunction to occur.

 Narrow space from which devices cannot be pulled out from the rack completely

 Place that cannot bear the total weights of the rack and devices mounted on the rack

 Place where stabilizers cannot be installed or where the rack can be installed only after the

practice of proper earthquake-resistant construction

 Place of uneven or slanting floor

 Place of drastic temperature change (near a heater, air conditioner, or refrigerator)

 Place where intense vibration may be generated

 Place where corrosive gas is generated, chemicals are nearby, or chemicals may be

accidentally sprayed over

 Place where a carpet not subject to anti-static process is laid.

 Place where some objects may be fallen on the rack

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

broadcast/communication antenna, power transmission wire, and electromagnetic crane) is placed (If unavoidable, contact your service representative to request proper shield construction.)

 Place where the power cord of the server must be connected to an AC outlet that shares

the outlet of another device with large power consumption.

 Place near equipment that generates power noise (e.g., contact spark at

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

Setting Up Your Server 3-5

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.

3-6 Setting Up Your Server

INSTALLING THE SERVER

This subsection provides the instructions for the rack-mount server unit into a standard EIA 19-inch rack cabinet.

Also this subsection describes the removal procedures for the rack-mount server unit from the 19-inch rack cabinet.

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 use any rack which does not conform to the relevant standard.  Disconnect the power cord(s) before installing or removing the server.

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 more than one device being pulled out from the rack.  Do not lift the server only by a single person.  Always install the server in the specified place.  Do not install the server on the rack leaving the cover removed.  Do not pinch your finger with mechanical components.

WARNING

CAUTION

Setting Up Your Server 3-7

Restricted Access Location

The server is intended for installation in a Restricted Access Location, mounted above a non-combustible material.

ESD Precaution

An electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, option boards, and other components. You can provide some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap attached to chassis ground when handling system components.

Electronic devices can be easily damaged by static electricity. To prevent damage, keep them in their protective packaging when they are not installed in your system.

Checking Components

Confirm that the following tools or components are provided to install the server on the rack.

x 8

M5 screw

M5 cage nut

x10

Required Tools

You may only prepare a Phillips screwdriver to install the server on the rack.

3-8 Setting Up Your Server

Installation Procedure for NEC Rack/Third Vendor's Rack

This server can be installed in either the NEC rack or a third vendor's rack. Take the following procedure to install the server in the rack:

Preparation before Installation

The slide rail is fixed with the screw to prevent from falling off during transportation. Remove the left and right cage nuts from the front of the server before you install the server in the rack.

Setscrew

Cage nut

Hold the cage nut, and rotate the set screw to remove the cage nut. Keep the removed cage nuts for future use.

Removing the Rail Assemblies

Remove the sliding rails from the server.

Hold the rails and slowly slides them toward the rear of the server until a "click" is heard. The click indicates that the rails are locked.

Push the release levers on the right and left sides of the server, and remove the rail assemblies from the server while unlocking.

Setting Up Your Server 3-9

Only the inner rails remain screwed to the server when the rail assemblies have been removed.

Inner rail

IMPORTANT: The removed rail assemblies are to be installed on the

inner rails later. To install each rail assembly on the correct inner rail, make a mark on the assemblies. Similarly, when installing more than one server, distinguish between the pairs of inner rails and rail assemblies of the servers by making marks.

Installing the Cage Nuts

Install three cage nuts on the front of the rack for each of the right and left sides and also two cage nuts on the rear of the rack for each of the right and left sides.

Install three cage nuts in 1U (the minimum unit of rack height). Three slots (angle holes) are opened per 1U of a rack. Install the cage nuts at the three slots. (For any NEC rack, round marks are put in the unit of 1U.) For one cage nut installed on the front of the rack, the lower nut is used to fix the front of the rail assembly, and the upper nut is used to support the setscrew of the server. The cage nuts installed on the rear of the rack are used to fix the rear of the rail assemblies.

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Hang either clip of a cage nut on a square hole on the rack and insert another clip into the hole by using a tool such as a flat tip screwdriver.

NOTE: Confirm that all the cage nuts are installed at the level.

Installing the Rail Assemblies

Make sure of the right side rail assembly or the left one when installing it. See the figure below.

1. Loosen a screw securing the rail assembly.

Front Rear

Screws

2. Align the front and rear frames of rail assembly to the location where the cage nuts are

installed.

Locate the rail assembly so that the frame of the rack is located between cage nuts and frames of rail assembly.

NOTE: Confirm that the portion of the frame to fix the rail assembly is

located in front of the rack frame.

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3. Firmly secure the rail assembly (one screw for the front of a rail, two screws for the rear

of a rail).

Installing 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.

 Do not lift the server only by a single person.  Do not pinch your finger with mechanical components.

1. Pull out the sliding rails of the right and left rail assemblies until they are locked.

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2. At least two persons are required to install the server. Securely hold the server and install

it in the rack.

Firmly fit the inner rails on the sides of the server into the rail assemblies that are installed on the rack, and then slowly push the server into the rack.

If the server is locked on its way into the rack, slowly push it in while pressing the release levers on the right and left sides of the server.

When the server is installed for the first time, the mechanical parts are rather hard to slide. You may feel strong friction when pushing in the server. In this case, strongly push it in.

Release lever

3. Confirm that the sliding rails work normally by pulling the server out of the rack and

pushing it in several times.

NOTE: Confirm that the sliding rails work normally. If the sliding

rails are stuck to the rack frame and do not come out, reinstall them.

Securing the Server

Setting Up Your Server 3-13

Captive thumbscrews

1. Push the server into the rack as far as it will go.

2. Tighten the right and left captive thumbscrews on the front panel to secure the server to

the rack.

3. Install the front bezel.

Ta b

Frame

This completes the installing of the server.

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Removing the Server from the Rack Assembly

The server should be removed from the rack by at least two persons.

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 lift the server only by a single person.  Do not pinch your finger with mechanical components.  Note high temperature.  Do not pull out a device from the rack if the rack is unstable.  Do not leave more than one device being pulled out from the rack.

1. Confirm that the power of the server is OFF, and disconnect the power cable and all the

interface cables connected to the server.

2. Release the security lock to remove the front bezel.

Keyhole

3. <This step is required only when the optional cable arm is mounted.>

Remove the two screws securing the cable arm, and dismount the cable arm from the server.

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4. Loosen the two captive thumbscrews.

5. Hold the handle and pull out the server from the rack slowly and carefully.

The server clicks to be latched.

Captive thumbscrews

Handles

6. Pull out the server from the rack with the right and left release lever pressed to release the

latch.

IMPORTANT:

 Pull out the server slowly holding the bottom of the server by at

least two persons.

 Do not apply any load on the server pulled out from the rack. Doing

so may cause personal injury if the server drops.

To remove some mechanical parts of the rack, see the installation procedure.

Release lever

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CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES

Connect peripheral devices to the server. The server is provided with connectors for wide variety of peripheral devices on its front and rear. The figure on the next page illustrates available peripheral devices for the server in the standard configuration and locations of the connectors for the devices.

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 connect any interface cable with the power cord of the NEC Express

 Do not use any unauthorized interface cable.

IMPORTANT:

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

Connecting a powered peripheral device to the powered server will cause malfunctions and failures.

 To connect a third-party peripheral device or interface cable to the

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

 A leased line cannot be connected directly to the serial port

connectors.

 Secure the power cord(s) and interface cables with a tie wrap.

CAUTION

Server plugged to a power source.

 Form the cables in such a way that they will not come into contact

with the door or the guide rails on the sides of the server.

 Do not apply any pressure to the plug of the power cord.

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*32

FRONT

1000BASE-TX/ 10BASE-T

Device with the serial interface (Management PC only)

Hub

(multiport repeater)

USB device

Device with the

serial interface

Hub

(multiport repeater)

100BASE-T/ 1000BASE-TX/

Finally connect the provided power cord to the receptacle.

If connecting the server to UPS, see the explanation below.

REAR

Keyboard

*1 Any USB keyboard and mouse are not supported. *2 Use the provided branch cable. *3 Connect the power cord to a circuit breaker of 15 A or less.

Mouse

Display unit

USB device

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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 a wet hand.  Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

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.

CAUTION

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

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

C inlet

Power supply slot (option)

Power supply slot (standard)

IMPORTANT:

 Connect the power cord to a circuit breaker of 15A or less.

 Secure the power cord with a tie wrap.

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To connect the power cord from the server to an uninterruptive power supply (UPS), use service outlets on the rear of the UPS. Refer to the manual that comes with the UPS.

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

To power on the server from the UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), select [Server] - [AC-LINK]

- [Power On].

Change a parameter for "AC-LINK" under the Server menu of the BIOS SETUP utility. See Chapter 4 for details.

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TURNING ON THE SERVER

Power on your system as follows.

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.

NOTE: If the server power cord(s) is connected to a power control

unit such as an UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), make sure that the power control unit is powered on.

3. Open the front bezel.

4. Press the POWER switch.

The POWER LED on the front of the server comes on.

POWER LED

POWER switch

After a few seconds your system begins the internal Power-On Self Test (POST). POST automatically checks the system board, CPU module, memory, keyboard, and most installed peripheral devices.

IMPORTANT:

 Always allow POST to complete before powering down your

system.

 The server management logic on your system board monitors and

logs system voltage changes. When powering down your system you may experience a 30-second delay from the time you press the push-button power on/off switch on the front panel and your system powering down. This is normal system operation and is required by the server management logic.

If you have problems powering on your system, see Chapter 8.

After you have successfully powered on your system, insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive, reboot the system and follow the screen prompts to run NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.

Setting Up Your Server 3-21

INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEM

See Chapter 5 for installing the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 operating systems.

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

IMPORTANT: Before installing the operating system, adjust the

system date and time by using the BIOS setup utility "SETUP." See the next chapter for detail.

INSTALLING UTILITIES

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

MAKING BACKUP COPIES OF SYSTEM INFORMATION

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

Save the information after completing the system setup.

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

You can save the information by the following process.

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

system.

2. Select [Tools].

3. Select [Off-line Maintenance Utility].

4. Select [System Information Management].

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

6. Select [Save].

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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, which is stored in the system FLASH memory.

The LSI Logic SoftwareRAID Setup Utility configures the disk array and logical drives connected to the onboard RAID controller.

If your system has been factory configured, the BIOS SETUP or LSI Logic SoftwareRAID Setup 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, upgrade your system board, or change the RAID configuration.

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

SYSTEM BIOS (SETUP)

The SETUP utility is used to change system configuration parameters. 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 SETUP utility and shipped in the best conditions. Thus, you don't need to use the SETUP utility in most cases. However, you might wish to use the SETUP utility in the cases described below.

IMPORTANT:

 The SETUP utility is intended for system administrator use only.  The 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 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 SETUP utility. Dialog

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

 Use the Exit menu when exiting the SETUP utility. Exiting the

utility with the POWER switch or reset operation causes the stored parameters to lose.

4-2 Configuring Your Server

Starting SETUP Utility

Powering on the server starts POST (Power On Self-Test) and displays its check results. If the NEC logo is displayed, press Esc.

After a few seconds, the following message appears at bottom left on the screen.

Press <F2> to enter SETUP

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

If you have previously set a password with the 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.

Configuring Your Server 4-3

(s)

Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage

Use the following keyboard keys to work with the SETUP utility. (Key functions are also listed at the bottom of the screen.)

Indicates the current menu.

Indicates there are submenus.

Setup item

Parameter (high-lights upon selection) menu

Explanation of key functions menu

* The menus displayed in gray indicates the information only or unchangeable secured by BIOS

password.

Cursor (↑, ↓):

Cursor (←, →):

– and +:

Enter Press Enter to select (determine) parameters.

Esc

F9:

F10:

Selects an item on the screen. The highlighted item is currently selected.

Selects the Main, Advanced, Security, Server, Boot, or Exit menu.

Changes the value (parameter) of the selected item. When a submenu option (an option preceded by "

³") is selected, these

keys are disabled.

Exit SETUP and return to the previous screen.

Sets the parameter of the currently displayed item back to the factory set parameter.

Save and exit the SETUP utility.

Online help window

4-4 Configuring Your Server

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.

Configuring Your Server 4-5

Main

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

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

3 seconds 6 seconds 9 seconds 12 seconds 15 seconds 21 seconds 30 seconds

Primary IDE Master/ Primary IDE Slave

Secondary IDE Master/ Secondary IDE Slave

Processor Settings Select submenu

Language [English (US)]

[ ]: Factory-set

Select submenu

Français Deutsch Español Italiano

Allows slower spin-up drives to come ready.

Set 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.

Shows the processor settings submenu.

Select which language BIOS displays.

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Primary IDE Master/Primary IDE Slave/Secondary IDE Master/Secondary IDE Slave

Correspondence between the menu items and devices:

 Primary IDE Master: DVD-ROM drive (standard)

 Primary IDE Slave: None

 Secondary IDE Master: None

 Secondary IDE Slave: None

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Type

* Parameters are configured automatically by BIOS. Multi-Sector

Transfers*

LBA Mode Control*

32 Bit I/O [Disabled]

Transfer Mode* Standard

Ultra DMA* Disabled

[ ]: Factory-set

None User [Auto] CD-ROM

Disabled 2 Sectors 4 Sectors 8 Sectors 16 Sectors Enabled Disabled

Enabled

Fast PIO 1 Fast PIO 2 Fast PIO 3 Fast PIO 4 FPIO 3/DMA1 FPIO 4/DMA2

Mode 0 Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Mode 4 Mode 5

Selects the type of device attached to the IDE or serial ATA channel. It is strongly recommended to keep the factory setting [Auto].

Specifies the number of sectors that are transferred per block during multiple sector transfers.

Enable/disable LBA instead of cylinder, head, sector, addressing.

Enable/disable the 32-bit IDE data transfer mode.

Select the method for moving data to/from the drive.

Select the Ultra DMA mode used for moving data to/from the drive.

Configuring Your Server 4-7

Processor Settings

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Processor Retest [No]

Yes

Processor Speed nnn GHz

Processor 1 CPUID Numeral

Disabled

Processor 1 L2 Cache nnn KB

Processor 2 CPUID Numeral

Disabled

Processor 2 L2 Cache nnn KB

Execute Disable Bit [Disabled]

Enabled

Intel(R) Virtualization Tech. [Disabled]

Enabled

[ ]: Factory-set

If yes, BIOS will clear historical processor status and retest the processor on the next boot.

Displays clock speed for the processor. (View only)

Displays CPU ID for processor, if present. "Disabled" indicates that the processor is defected. (View only)

Displays L2 cache size for processor.

Displays CPU ID for processor, if present. "Disabled" indicates that the processor is defected. (View only)

Displays L2 cache size for processor.

Displayed only when the CPU supports Execute Disable Bit.

Enables or disables the Intel(R) virtualization technology.

4-8 Configuring Your Server

Advanced

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Memory Configuration –

PCI Configuration –

Peripheral Configuration –

Advanced Chipset Control –

Boot-time Diagnostic Screen

Reset Configuration Data [No]

NumLock On

Memory/Processor Error [Boot]

[ ]: Factory-set

Enabled [Disabled]

Yes

[Off]

Halt

Displays Memory Configuration submenu.

Displays PCI Configuration submenu.

Displays Peripheral Configuration submenu.

Displays Advanced Chipset Control submenu.

When disabled, the BIOS will display the NEC logo during POST. Press Esc to switch to the POST execution screen.

Select "Yes" if you want to clear the system configuration data during the next boot. Automatically reset to "No" in the next boot.

Sets power on Numlock state.

If "Halt" is selected, the boot is stopped when POST error occurs.

Configuring Your Server 4-9

Memory Configuration

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

System Memory nnn KB

Extended Memory nnnnnnn KB

DIMM Group #1 #6

Memory Retest Yes

Extended RAM Step

Memory RAS Feature

Sparing [Disabled]

[ ]: Factory-set

Normal Disabled Not installed

[No] 1MB 1KB Every location [Disabled]

[Interleave] Mirror

Enabled

Indicates the total capacity of the basic memory. (View only)

Indicates the total capacity of the extended memory. (View only)

Indicates the current memory status. "Normal" indicates the normal status, "Disabled" indicates a memory error, and "Not installed" indicates no DIMM installed (view only).

DIMM Group #1: DIMM sockets #11 and #21 DIMM Group #2: DIMM sockets #31 and #41 DIMM Group #3: DIMM sockets #12 and #22 DIMM Group #4: DIMM sockets #32 and #42 DIMM Group #5: DIMM sockets #13 and #23 DIMM Group #6: DIMM sockets #33 and #43 Causes BIOS to retest all memory on the next boot.

"1MB" indicates that the memory test is done in the unit of 1MB. "1KB" indicates that the memory test is done in the unit of 1KB. "Every location" tests every memory location. "Disabled" indicates that only memory initialization is done. Only pressing Space is acceptable to suspend the test during the memory test.

Disables or enables memory mirroring feature. See "DIMM" in Chapter 9 for details.

Disables or enables online spare memory feature. See "DIMM" in Chapter 9 for details.

4-10 Configuring Your Server

PCI Configuration

– Onboard Video Controller submenu

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

VGA Controller Disabled

[Enabled] Onboard VGA Option ROM Scan

[ ]: Factory-set

[Auto]

Force

If Disabled, the BIOS will hold the embedded chip in reset. Allows selecting the onboard VGA controller or optional PCI VGA controller as the display device that will be active when the system boots. The “Force” option is selected to use the onboard VGA controller if the optional PCI VGA controller is installed in the system.

– Onboard LAN submenu

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

LAN Controller Disabled

[Enabled] LAN1 Option ROM Scan LAN2 Option ROM Scan [ ]: Factory-set

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

PCI Slot 1B Option ROM

PCI Slot 1C Option ROM

[ ]: Factory-set

Disabled

[Enabled]

Disabled

[Enabled]

Disabled

[Enabled]

Disabled

[Enabled]

If Disabled, the BIOS will hold the embedded chip in reset. If Enabled, initialize device expansion ROM. If Enabled, initialize device expansion ROM.

Used to enable or disable an option ROM on a PCI board connected to the full-height riser card.

Used to enable or disable an option ROM on a PCI board connected to the low-profile riser card.

NEC Express5800-120Rg-1 User's Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

PROPRIETARY NOTICE AND LIABILITY DISCLAIMER

SAFETY INDICATIONS

PREFACE

ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE

How to Use This User's Guide

Text Conventions

IN THE PACKAGE

CONTENTS

WARNING LABELS

SAFETY NOTES

General

Power Supply and Power Cord Use

Rack

Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection

Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices

During Operation

FOR PROPER OPERATION

TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY

Server Hardware

Provided Software

DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES

USER SUPPORT

Advice for Health

OVERVIEW

External View

Front View with Front Bezel Closed

Front View with Front Bezel Removed

Rear View

Internal View

SATA Hot-swap 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Model

SATA 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Model

SAS 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Model

Mother Board

STATUS INDICATORS

UID LED (UID)

Disk Access LED

Hard Disk Drive LED

LAN Connector LEDs

AC POWER LED (SAS Hot-swap Hard Disk Model Only)

STANDARD FEATURES

Remote Management Feature

Degradation Feature

Memory RAS Features

Remote Power-On Feature (Wake On LAN)

AC-Link Feature

System Security

Security with Mechanical Locks and Monitoring

Software Locks via the BIOS SETUP Utility

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER

NEC ESMPRO

OFF-LINE MAINTENANCE UTILITY

SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC UTILITY

NEC DianaScope

USING YOUR SERVER

Front Bezel

Installing or Removing the Front Bezel

POWER Switch

Power On

POST

Power Off

DVD-ROM Drive

SETUP FLOW

SELECTING SERVER SITE

UNPACKING THE SYSTEM

INSTALLING THE SERVER

Restricted Access Location

ESD Precaution

Checking Components

Required Tools

Installation Procedure for NEC Rack/Third Vendor's Rack

Preparation before Installation

Removing the Rail Assemblies

Installing the Cage Nuts

Installing the Rail Assemblies

Installing the Server

Removing the Server from the Rack Assembly