NEC Express5800-A1160 Installation Guide
EXPRESS5800/A1160
HW Installation Guide
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Contents
Section 1
Preparing for Installation ............................................... 1-1
1.1. Documentation Updates ..................................................................... 1-1
1.2. Customer-Provided Hardware ............................................................ 1-1
1.3. Tools ................................................................................................... 1-2
1.4. Warnings and Cautions ...................................................................... 1-2
1.5. Prerequisites ...................................................................................... 1-2
1.6. Customer Support Procedures........................................................... 1-3
1.7. Cell Components ................................................................................ 1-3
1.7.1. Components on the Front of a Cell .................................................... 1-3
1.7.2. Components on the Rear of a Cell ..................................................... 1-5
1.8. Receive the Hardware........................................................................ 1-6
Section 2 Preparing the Cabinet .................................................... 2-1
2.1. Review the Cabinet Configuration ...................................................... 2-1
2.2. Install the Cell Rail Assemblies .......................................................... 2-2
Section 3 Installing the System ..................................................... 3-1
3.1. Install the Cell ..................................................................................... 3-1
3.2. Install the Optional Components ........................................................ 3-5
3.3. Install the Power Strips ....................................................................... 3-5
Section 4 Cabling the System ........................................................ 4-1
4.1. Power Cabling for 100V to 120V Systems ......................................... 4-1
4.2. Power Cabling for 200V to 240V Systems ......................................... 4-2
4.2.1. Power Strip Cabling for a System with One Cell ................................ 4-5
4.2.2. Power Strip Cabling for a System with Two Cells .............................. 4-6
4.2.3. Power Strip Cabling for a System with Three Cells ............................ 4-7
4.2.4. Power Strip Cabling for a System with Four Cells .............................. 4-8
4.3. Cell Interconnect Cabling ................................................................... 4-8
4.3.1. System with Two Cells ....................................................................... 4-9
4.3.2. System with Three Cells .................................................................. 4-10
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System with Four Cells ..................................................................... 4-11
4.3.3.
4.4. Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse Cabling ........................................... 4-12
4.5. LAN Cabling ..................................................................................... 4-12
4.5.1. LAN Configurations .......................................................................... 4-13
4.5.2. LAN Ports ......................................................................................... 4-13
4.5.3. LAN Cabling for Systems Without an Operation LAN ...................... 4-13
4.5.4. LAN Cabling for Systems with an Operations LAN .......................... 4-14
4.6. Peripheral Cabling ........................................................................... 4-15
Section 5 Completing the Installation ........................................... 5-1
5.1. Perform Cleanup and Final Check ..................................................... 5-1
5.2. Check Cabling Before Powering On the System ............................... 5-3
5.3. Apply AC Power Initially ..................................................................... 5-4
5.3.1. Systems Operating at 100 to 120 VAC .............................................. 5-4
5.3.2. System Operating at 200 to 240 VAC ................................................ 5-5
5.4. Checking and Updating Management firmware Level and the
BIOS Level ......................................................................................... 5-6
5.4.1. Initially Accessing a Partition .............................................................. 5-7
5.4.2. Checking Management Firmware Level using Remote Console
Interface ............................................................................................. 5-8
5.4.3. Checking BIOS Level using Remote Console Interface .................... 5-9
5.4.4. Obtaining Releases from the Support Site ....................................... 5-10
5.4.5. Updating Management Firmware using Remote Console
Interface ........................................................................................... 5-10
5.4.6. Updating BIOS on the EFI Flash Memory ........................................ 5-12
5.5. Verify PCI Card Installation .............................................................. 5-17
5.6. What to Do Next ............................................................................... 5-19
Appendix A Related Documents and Web Resources ........ A-1
A.1 Express5800/A1160 Documentation Library ...................................... A-1
A.2 Web Resources ................................................................................. A-2
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Figures
Figure 1-1 System Serial Number Label Location ........................................................ 1-3
Figure 1-2 Front of the Cell ........................................................................................... 1-4
Figure 1-3 Rear of the Cell ............................................................................................ 1-5
Figure 2-1 Cabinet Configuration .................................................................................. 2-2
Figure 2-2 Cell Rails ..................................................................................................... 2-3
Figure 2-3 Installing Rails ............................................................................................. 2-4
Figure 2-4 Rail Support Pin ........................................................................................... 2-5
Figure 2-5 Round-Hole Bracket Installation .................................................................. 2-6
Figure 2-6 Round-Hole Bracket Installation Location ................................................... 2-7
Figure 3-1 Cell Sling ..................................................................................................... 3-2
Figure 3-2 Cell Thumbscrews ....................................................................................... 3-3
Figure 3-3 Keyhole for the Security Key ....................................................................... 3-3
Figure 3-4 Security Key Location at the time of Shipment ............................................ 3-4
Figure 3-5 Attaching the front bezel .............................................................................. 3-4
Figure 3-6 One Four-Receptacle Power Strip Installation ............................................. 3-6
Figure 3-7 Two Four-Receptacle Power Strip Installation ............................................. 3-7
Figure 4-1 Power Cable Routing for 100V to 120V Systems ........................................ 4-2
Figure 4-2 Power-Strip Power Cord Routing ................................................................. 4-3
Figure 4-3 Velcro Straps for Power Strips ..................................................................... 4-4
Figure 4-4 Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse Cabling .................................................... 4-12
Figure 4-5 LAN Cabling Configuration Without an Operation LAN ............................. 4-14
Figure 4-6 Cable Configuration for Systems with an Operations LAN ........................ 4-15
Figure 5-1 Front Rack Filler Panels .............................................................................. 5-2
Figure 5-2 Cell Cable Connections ............................................................................... 5-3
Figure 5-3 EXPRESSSCOPE® Monitor LCD After AC Power is Applied ..................... 5-4
Figure 5-4 Cell Power Cord .......................................................................................... 5-5
Figure 5-5 Power-Strip Power Cord .............................................................................. 5-6
Figure 5-6 Management Firmware Update Page .......................................................... 5-8
Figure 5-7 Management Firmware Revision Status ...................................................... 5-9
Figure 5-8 BIOS Version ............................................................................................. 5-10
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Figures
Figure 5-9 Management Firmware Updates Page ...................................................... 5-11
Figure 5-10 Management Firmware Revision Status .................................................. 5-12
Figure 5-11 BIOS Front Page ..................................................................................... 5-13
Figure 5-12 BIOS Setup Window ................................................................................ 5-14
Figure 5-13 BIOS Partition Window ............................................................................ 5-15
Figure 5-14 OS Control Window ................................................................................. 5-16
Figure 5-15 BIOS Front Page ..................................................................................... 5-18
Figure 5-16 BIOS Boot Manager ................................................................................ 5-19
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Tables
Table 1-1 Warnings and Cautions ................................................................................. 1-2
Table 1-2 Components on the Front of the Cell ............................................................ 1-4
Table 1-3 Components on the Rear of a Cell ................................................................ 1-5
Table 4-1 Two-Cell Interconnect Cabling ...................................................................... 4-9
Table 4-2 Three-Cell Interconnect Cabling ................................................................. 4-10
Table 4-3 Four-Cell Interconnect Cabling ................................................................... 4-11
Tables
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Using This Guide
This guide contains information that helps you install your Express5800/A1160 server.
By following these installation procedures, you can help ensure a smooth and successful
installation of your server. This guide is intended for system administrators and facilities
personnel who are making installation of an Express5800/A1160 Server.
Proper site preparation and maintenance are vital to the reliability of any computer
system. As our customer, it is your responsibility to ensure that the proper facility
resources and conditions are maintained. This will allow us to provide support services in
accordance with the “NECCare™ Maintenance and Service Warranty Program.”
Who Should Use This Guide
This guide is intended for system administrators and facilities personnel who are
preparing the site for an Express5800/A1160 server installation.
Symbols and Conventions
This guide uses the following text conventions and graphic symbols.
Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following meanings:
WARNING
Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or loss
of life.
CAUTION
Cautions indicate situations that can damage the system hardware or software.
Note: Notes give important information about the material being described.
Names of keyboard keys are printed as they appear on the keyboard. For example, Ctrl,
Alt, or Enter.
Text or keystrokes that you enter appear as boldface type. For example, type abc123
and press ENTER.
File names are printed in uppercase letters. For example, AUTOEXEC.BAT.
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Related Documents
Related Documents
In addition to this guide, the following system documentation is useful.
NECCare™ Guide
The NECCare Guide contains information about NEC’s warranty and server registration.
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Safety Notices
WARNING
To avoid a risk of injuries, maintenance procedures require trained technical
personnel.
In maintenance procedures with voltages of 42.4V peak or 60Vdc or more, take
safety measures, such as wearing insulated rubber gloves. Performing work
without these measures may cause electric shock.
In an emergency, such as a dangerous event that requires turning off the power
supply, turn off the breaker at the rear of the server. Turning off the breaker may
cause data destruction. Therefore, users should determine when to turn off the
breaker in accordance with specified operation criteria.
The server is equipped with a front stabilizer. Engage the front stabilizer during
installation. For stability and to distribute the weight, also attach side stabilizers.
Otherwise, the rack may topple over and cause injuries.
Safety Notices
If you extend two or more devices from the rack at the same time, the rack may
topple over on you. Extend only one device from the rack at a time.
Exercise great care not to hurt your fingers on the rail when you mount/dismount
the equipment into/from the rack.
Lithium batteries can be dangerous. Improper handling of lithium batteries may
result in an explosion. Dispose of lithium batteries as required by local ordinance.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery.
A liquid crystal display is used in this server. When handling a damaged liquid
crystal display, take care to avoid exposure to the liquid inside the liquid crystal
display. The liquid can cause bodily harm. In the event the liquid is ingested,
gargle at once and consult a doctor immediately. If the liquid comes in contact
with skin or gets into the eyes, wash the skin with cool running water, or flush the
eye with cool running water for at least 15 minutes and consult a doctor.
The DVD-ROM drive uses a laser beam. Do not look or insert a mirror inside
while the system is on. A laser beam is invisible; if your eyes get exposed to it,
there is a risk of losing your eyesight.
Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature – If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack
assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater
than the room ambient environment. Therefore, consideration should be given to
installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum rated ambient
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Safety Notices
temperature of 89.6°F.
Reduced air Flow – Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the
amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
To prevent fires, and damage to rack equipment and supply wiring, make sure that the
rated load of the power branch circuit is not exceeded. Equipment nameplate ratings
should be used when addressing this concern. For more information on installation and
wiring of power-related facilities, contact your electrician or local power company.
To prevent electrical shock, connect all rack and rack support equipment to the same
electrical circuit of the building wiring. If you are unsure, check the building wiring to
avoid remote earth conditions.
For safe operation, only connect the equipment to a building supply that is in accordance
with current wiring regulations in your country. In the USA those wiring standards are
regulated by Underwriter Laboratories (UL); in the U.K. by the Institution of Electrical
Engineers, (IEE) and in Canada by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
WARNING
Some locations within the server have high voltage and therefore are very
dangerous. To avoid risk of electric shock, turn off all server power and
disconnect power cables before working inside the server unit.
The main power of your server is turned off by turning off the power source to the
server or removing the power cable.
Before touching the parts in the server, wait for at least 10 to 15 seconds until
residual voltage is discharged.
Online maintenance – During and after servicing, do not leave the server door open
unless necessary to perform servicing.
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Safety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada
WARNING
Take care not to short live components with conductive tools, such as an
adjustable wrench.
To prevent shock, take care not to drop or leave conductive parts, such as a
screw, in the server when servicing the system.
Be careful when accessing a fan or rotating parts to avoid cutting your hand or
fingers.
Safety inspections – When servicing the system, check equipment that can cause harm
due to deterioration, and if necessary, replace the part.
Safety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada
PELV (Protected Extra-Low Voltage) Integrity: To ensure the extra-low voltage integrity
of the equipment, connect only equipment with mains-protected electrically-compatible
circuits to the external ports.
Remote Earths: To prevent electrical shock, connect all local (individual office)
computers and computer support equipment to the same electrical circuit of the building
wiring. If you are unsure, check the building wiring to avoid remote earth conditions.
Earth Bonding: For safe operation, only connect the equipment to a building supply that
is in accordance with current wiring regulations in your country. In the USA those wiring
standards are regulated by Underwriter Laboratories (UL); in the U.K., by the Institution
of Electrical Engineers, (IEE) and in Canada by the Canadian Standards Association
(CSA).
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Section 1
Preparing for Installation
This installation document describes how to install your new Express5800/A1160
system. The installer must have knowledge and experience with server hardware
installation.
Because of the server weight, the hardware installation requires a minimum of two
people to ensure a safe installation.
After installing system hardware, you will also need to do the following:
1. Install Server Management software on your management server, if you have not
already done so.
2. Install operating system software and Server Management software on the
Express5800/A1160 partitions and then configure the software.
Complete the procedures in the order in which they are shown. Depending on your
specific configuration, some procedures may not apply; just skip them.
1.1. Documentation Updates
This document contains all the information that was available at the time of publication.
The latest version of the document may be found in the Product Support Web Site:
http://support.necam.com/servers/Enterprise/
1.2. Customer-Provided Hardware
The following customer-provided hardware is required to complete the installation:
y LAN cable for the maintenance LAN
- CAT5 cable
y Additional LAN cables (CAT5 or CAT6 — Gigabit) for connection to the public LAN
y Keyboard, video, and mouse for each partition
- USB keyboard and mouse for each partition
- Monitor for the partition
The keyboard, video display, and mouse (KVM) must be directly connected to
the component during installation and cannot be redirected to a remote
workstation. After installation is complete, the keyboard, video display, and
1-1
Tools
mouse need not remain connected and can be removed. Multiple keyboard,
video, and mouse connections can be provided by the use of a KVM switch in
larger system configurations.
y Dedicated Ethernet hub, router, or gateway depending on the LAN topology at your
site
1.3. Tools
A number 2 Phillips screwdriver is the only tool required for installation.
Optionally, a 3-mm flat-blade screwdriver might be helpful when installing the cell
interconnect cables.
1.4. Warnings and Cautions
Observe the warnings and cautions in Table 1-1 when installing the system. Additional
warnings and cautions are included as required throughout the document.
Table 1-1 Warnings and Cautions
Type of Note Instruction
Warning
Warning
Warning
Caution
Wear goggles or eye protection when cutting the bands that
secure shipping containers.
Do not push on the upper portion of a server cabinet, and use
caution when moving the cabinet on its casters. The cabinet
can tip over if not handled properly.
Have two people lift each cell. A fully loaded cell weighs about
45 kg (100 lb).
Wear a wrist strap connected to a ground point when
performing maintenance on the server.
1.5. Prerequisites
Before beginning the system installation, ensure that all site-provided power sources
and cabling are in place and that the optional (but recommended) uninterruptible power
supply (UPS) is in place and functioning properly. For more information, see the System
Planning Guide.
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1.6. Customer Support Procedures
If you require assistance during the installation
1. Contact the NEC Technical Support by phone (1-866-269-1239) or e-mail
(server.support@necam.com
support request.
Have the system serial number available for the NEC Technical Support operator.
The system serial number is on the back of the cell on the same label as the cell
number.
) and let the operator know that you want to open a
Customer Support Procedures
Figure 1-1 System Serial Number Label Location
1.7. Cell Components
The following text identifies the main components, ports, and connectors that are visible
on the front and back of a cell.
1.7.1. Components on the Front of a Cell
Figure 1-2 identifies the components that are visible on the front of the cell. Table 1-2
describes each component in more detail.
1-3
Cell Components
Figure 1-2 Front of the Cell
Table 1-2 Components on the Front of the Cell
Component Description
Fan module Provides the airflow needed to cool the cell.
LED fan status indicators Provide fan status with one LED light on each fan module. A
green light indicates normal operations.
Drive tray Provides slots for up to six 2.5-inch SAS hard drives.
Hard drives Six 2.5-inch SAS hard drives enclosed in individual drive
carriers.
EXPRESSSCOPE® Monitor A control and display interface for the cell and the partition
containing the cell.
LED fan status indicators Provide fan status with one LED light on each fan module. A
green light indicates normal operations.
LCD Displays status information and provides a menu of
management tasks for the cell on a 4-line by 20-character
liquid crystal display (LCD) panel. Refer to the User’s Guide
for information on using the LCD.
Power button Turns on or off power for the cell.
ID button Turns on a blue LED in the back of the cell for identification
purposes during servicing. A button on the back of the cell
turns off the LED.
Navigation buttons Enables the selection of EXPRESSSCOPE® Monitor menu
options.
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Component Description
LED status indicators Provides status for the cell. The top light indicates power
status. The bottom light indicates cell status. See the
EXPRESSSCOPE® Monitor LCD or the remote console
interface for additional information on the power or cell status.
DVD-RW drive A DVD-RW drive for your use.
Partition USB connections Provides two universal serial bus (USB) 2.0 ports.
1.7.2. Components on the Rear of a Cell
Figure 1-3 identifies the components that are visible on the rear of the cell. Table 1-3
describes these components in more detail.
Cell Components
Figure 1-3 Rear of the Cell
Table 1-3 Components on the Rear of a Cell
Component Description
PCIe carrier/cards Six hot-plug switched PCIe 8x card slots. Slots 1 and 4 can
support full-length cards. Each PCIe card is housed in an
individual carrier.
Cell ID An LED that is lit when the ID button on the
EXPRESSSCOPE® Monitor is pressed. Press the cell ID
button on the rear of the cell to turn off the light.
Partition USB ports Two universal serial bus (USB) 2.0 ports.
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Receive the Hardware
Component Description
Management serial port A 9-pin serial port for the management board.
Partition serial port A 9-pin serial port for the operating system.
Maintenance LAN port An RJ45 port that provides a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet network
connection to the maintenance LAN.
Partition video port A 15-pin SVGA port.
USB management port A USB 2.0 port for use with the management board.
Partition LAN ports Two RJ45 ports that provide 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
network connections for the operating system. These ports
are typically connected to the public LAN.
Navigation buttons Enables the selection of EXPRESSSCOPE® Monitor menu
options.
LED status indicators Provides status for the cell. The top light indicates power
status. The bottom light indicates cell status. See the
EXPRESSSCOPE® Monitor LCD or the remote console
interface for additional information on the power or cell status.
Power supplies Two power supplies that provide n+1 redundancy when used
in high-voltage configurations. Each power supply has its own
AC power cord.
Interconnect cable connectors High-speed serial interface and management LAN
connections between the cells in configurations with two or
more cells.
1.8. Receive the Hardware
System components are shipped to you from a number of sources.
Your order may contain a number of boxes shipped from different locations. Each box
containing a cell is marked to indicate which cell is contained in it. When you unpack
each cell, ensure that the cell is labeled and that the label information matches the cell
number indicated on its box.
y Inspect the exterior of each shipping box and pallet. If any damage is visible, make
an appropriate note on the shipping paperwork.
y Move the packaged hardware as close to its final destination as possible.
y Take an inventory of the hardware to ensure that all required items are present.
To report any missing, incorrect, or defective parts during unpacking, contact the NEC
Technical Support. Refer to 1.6 Customer Support Procedures
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Section 2
Preparing the Cabinet
Familiarize yourself with the component layout of your system and prepare your cabinet
for installation.
Side access to the cabinet is required for power strip installation. If the new cabinet will
be placed between existing cabinets, perform 3.3 Install the Power Strips
reattach the side skins and move the cabinet in place.
2.1. Review the Cabinet Configuration
Figure 2-1 shows the cabinet configuration. A four-cell system starts with cell 0 at the 6U
location. Smaller configurations are built similarly from the bottom of the cabinet upward,
starting with cell 0 at the 6U location. This figure shows cells and optional equipment
that might not be part of your order.
first. Then
2-1
Install the Cell Rail Assemblies
Figure 2-1 Cabinet Configuration
2.2. Install the Cell Rail Assemblies
This procedure is for installing cell rail assemblies in a NEC cabinet; however, the rails
are designed to fit in most cabinets. Installation instructions are provided for cabinets
with square-hole or round-hole brackets. If you ordered a cabinet with your system,
follow the procedures for installing rails in a cabinet with square-hole brackets.
Note: A cell requires 4U of space in the frame.
Before you begin, remove the cell rails, hardware, and power cables from the cell
shipping carton. Set the power cables aside for Section 4 Cabling the System
The left and right rails are different, as shown in Figure 2-2
2-2
.
Install the Cell Rail Assemblies
Figure 2-2 Cell Rails
Installing Rails in a Cabinet with Square-Hole Brackets
Perform the following procedure to install each set of rails. If you have a multiple-cell
system, install each set of rails for all cells before installing the cells.
1. Use Figure 2-3
proper placement of each rail.
as a guide to install the rails in the cabinet. The figure illustrates the
2-3
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