NEC Express5800-GT110b User's Guide

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NEC Express5800/GT110b

EXP260A

User's Guide

1st Edition

4-2010

ONL-510_015_01-GT110b-100-99-1003

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First Printing, April 2010

NEC Corporation

7-1 Shiba 5-Chome, Minato-Ku

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Keep this manual at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary.

SAFETY INDICATIONS

Follow the instructions in this manual for your safety to use the NEC Express server.

Your server contains components with possible danger, hazards that may cause by ignoring warnings, and preventive actions against such hazards.

Server components with possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them as well as described in this manual.

In this manual or warning labels, "WARNING" or "CAUTION" is used to indicate a degree of danger. These terms are defined as follows:

WARNING

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)

Plug in to a proper power source.

Term indicating a degree of danger

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

Use a proper wall outlet of the specified voltage. Use of an improper power source may cause a fire or a power leak.

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

Description of a danger

SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL AND WARNING LABELS

Attentions

Indicates that improper use may cause an electric shock.

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 that improper use may cause loss of eyesight due to laser beam.

Indicates that improper use may cause explosion.

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

Prohibited Actions

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

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

Do not touch the component specified by this symbol. Otherwise, an electric shock or burn may be caused.

Do not use the server in the place where water or liquid may pour. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may be caused.

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

Indicates a general prohibited action that cannot be specifically identified.

Mandatory Action

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

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

Trademarks

NEC ESMPRO and NEC EXPRESSBUILDER are trademarks of NEC Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Intel, Pentium, Xeon, and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. PCI Express is a trademark of Peripheral Component Interconnect Special Interest Group. Datalight is a registered trademark of Datalight, Inc. ROM-DOS is a registered trademark of Datalight, Inc. AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States and other countries. Adaptec and its logo is a registered trademark of Adaptec, Inc. of United States. LSI, the LSI logo design, iBBU, MegaRAID, and WebBIOS are trademarks or registered trademarks of LSI Corporation of United States. Adobe, Adobe logo, and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Advanced Intelligent Tape is a trademark of the Sony Corporation. Promise Technology, Inc. and Promise Technology, Inc. logo are trademarks of Promise Technology Incorporated. AVOCENT and DVC (Dambrackas Video Compression) are registered trademarks or trademarks of AVOCENT in the United States and other countries. All other product, brand, or trade names used in this publication are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective trademark owners.

Windows Server 2008 R2 stands for Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 R2 Standard operating system and Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 R2 Enterprise operating system. Windows 7 stands for Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional operating system. Windows Server 2008 stands for Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 Standard operating system and Microsoft® Windows Server® 2008 Enterprise operating system. Windows Vista stands for Microsoft® Windows Vista® Business operating system. Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions stands for Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 R2, Standard x64 Edition Operating system and Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 R2, Enterprise x64 Edition operating system, or Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003, Standard x64 Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003, Enterprise x64 Edition operating system. Windows Server 2003 stands for Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 R2, Standard Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 R2, Enterprise Edition operating system, or Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003, Standard Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003, Enterprise Edition operating system. Windows XP x64 Edition stands for Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition operating system. Windows XP stands for Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition operating system and Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system. Windows 2000 stands for Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Server operating system and Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Advanced Server operating system, and Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional operating system. Windows NT stands for Microsoft® Windows NT® Server network operating system version 3.51/4.0 and Microsoft® Windows NT® Workstation operating system version 3.51/4.0. Windows Me stands for Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Edition operating system. Windows 98 stands for Microsoft® Windows®98 operating system. Windows 95 stands for Microsoft® Windows®95 operating system. WinPE stands for Microsoft® Windows® Preinstallation Environment.

Momentary voltage drop prevention:

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

Notes:

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

Corporation. (2) The contents of this manual may be revised without prior notice. (3) The contents of this manual shall not be copied or altered without the prior written permission of NEC

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unclear, incorrect, or omitted in this manual, contact the sales agent where you purchased this product. (5) NEC assumes no liability arising from the use of this product, nor any liability for incidental or

consequential damages arising from the use of this manual regardless of Item (4).

PREFACE

Congratulations on the purchase of your NEC Express server.

Purchase of this server is your assurance of receiving state-of-the-art, high quality hardware to meet your needs, both now and in the future.

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

ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE

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

How to Use This Manual

To aid you in finding information quickly, this manual contains the following information:

Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Server

includes information that needs attention to use the server. Make sure to read this chapter before setting up and using the server. It also includes requirements and advisory information for transfer and disposal of the server.

Chapter 2 General Description

includes information necessary to use the server, such as names and functions of its components, handling of the optical disk drive.

Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server

tells you how to select a site, unpack the system, make cable connections, and power on your system.

Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server

tells you how to configure the system and provides instructions for running the BIOS SETUP Utility 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" DVD.

Chapter 7 Maintenance

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

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

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

Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server

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

Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagram

includes cabling information for the SATA2 controller, 5.25-inch device, and the power supply.

Appendix A Specification

provides specifications for your server.

Appendix B Other Precautions

provides supplementary notes on using the server.

Appendix C IRQ

provides a list of factory-set IRQs.

Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2008 R2

describes how to install Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 without using Express Setup. Using the Express Setup tool is recommended for installing Windows Server 2008 R2. See Chapter 5 for details.

Appendix E Installing Windows Server 2008

describes how to install Microsoft Windows Server 2008 without using Express Setup. Using the Express Setup tool is recommended for installing Windows Server 2008. See Chapter 5 for details.

Appendix F 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 G 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 H Using a Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive

describes how to install the management software of EXPRESSBUILDER to the client computer without the DVD drive.

Appendix I Product Configuration Record Table

provides a table to be filled with your server configuration.

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Text Conventions

The following conventions are used throughout this manual. For safety symbols, see "SAFETY INDICATIONS" provided earlier.

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 “Getting Started” to make sure that you have everything and that individual components are not damaged. If you find any component missing or damaged, contact your service representative.

 Store the provided accessories in a designated place for your convenience. You will need

them to install an optional device or troubleshoot your server, as well as to set it up.

 Make a backup copy of each provided floppy disk, if any. Store the original disk as the

master disk in a designated place, and use its copy.

 Improper use of any provided floppy disk or CD-ROM may alter your system

environment. If you find anything unclear, immediately ask your service representative for help.

Preface ..............................................................................................................................................

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

Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection....................................................................1-6

Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices...........................................................................1-7

During Operation .....................................................................................................................1-8

For Proper Operation....................................................................................................................1-9

Transfer to Third Party................................................................................................................1-10

Disposal and Consumables.........................................................................................................1-11

Regarding the Transportation of this System.............................................................................. 1-11

User Support...............................................................................................................................1-11

USE of the term “Optical Disk drive” ........................................................................................1-11

USE of the term “hard disk drive”..............................................................................................1-12

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

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

System Chassis .............................................................................................................................2-3

Front View................................................................................................................................2-3

Rear View.................................................................................................................................2-5

Internal View............................................................................................................................2-7

Mother Board .........................................................................................................................2-10

Standard Features........................................................................................................................2-11

Remote Power-On Feature (Wake On LAN)..........................................................................2-12

AC LINK Feature...................................................................................................................2-12

Security ..................................................................................................................................2-12

Running the Server with the Fan Set to Low-speed Mode (Silent Mode)..............................2-13

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.....................................................................................................2-13

NEC ESMPRO.......................................................................................................................2-14

Maintenance Tools .................................................................................................................2-14

System Diagnostic Utility ......................................................................................................2-14

Using Your Server.......................................................................................................................2-15

POWER/SLEEP Switch.........................................................................................................2-15

Power Off...............................................................................................................................2-19

SLEEP Switch........................................................................................................................2-19

Optical Disk Drive .................................................................................................................2-20

Flash FDD ..............................................................................................................................2-23

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

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

UNPACKING THE SYSTEM......................................................................................................3-3

Installing Optional Devices ..........................................................................................................3-3

Selecting Server Site.....................................................................................................................3-4

Connecting Peripheral Devices.....................................................................................................3-6

Connecting Power Cord................................................................................................................3-8

Turning On the Server ................................................................................................................3-10

Installing Operating System .......................................................................................................3-12

Installing Utilities .......................................................................................................................3-12

Making Backup Copies of System Information..........................................................................3-12

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

System BIOS (BIOS Setup Utility) ..............................................................................................4-2

Starting SETUP Utility.............................................................................................................4-3

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

Configuration Examples...........................................................................................................4-5

Menu and Parameter Descriptions ...........................................................................................4-9

RAID System Configuration ......................................................................................................4-23

RAID......................................................................................................................................4-23

Configuration by Onboard RAID Controller..........................................................................4-28

Setup Utility ...........................................................................................................................4-30

LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility and Universal RAID Utility................................4-43

Configuring Mother Board Jumpers...........................................................................................4-46

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

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

Windows Server 2008 R2.............................................................................................................5-3

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

Flow of Setup ...........................................................................................................................5-8

Installing the Windows Server 2008 R2...................................................................................5-9

Installing and Setting Device Drivers.....................................................................................5-22

Setting for Solving Problems .................................................................................................5-27

BitLocker................................................................................................................................5-27

Windows Server 2008.................................................................................................................5-28

Notes on Windows Installation...............................................................................................5-28

Flow of Setup .........................................................................................................................5-33

Installing the Windows Server 2008.......................................................................................5-34

Installing and Setting Device Drivers.....................................................................................5-48

Setting for Solving Problems .................................................................................................5-54

Windows Server 2003.................................................................................................................5-55

Notes on Windows Installation...............................................................................................5-55

Flow of Setup..............................................................................................................................5-60

Installing Windows Server 2003.................................................................................................5-61

Installing and Setting Device Drivers.........................................................................................5-71

PROSet...................................................................................................................................5-71

Network Driver ......................................................................................................................5-73

Optional Network Board Driver.............................................................................................5-74

Setup Team.............................................................................................................................5-75

Setting WOL ..........................................................................................................................5-77

Graphics Accelerator Driver...................................................................................................5-79

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95/107)...........................................................5-79

Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) ...................................................................5-79

Setting for Solving Problems .................................................................................................5-79

Setting for Solving Problems......................................................................................................5-80

Memory Dump (Debug Information).....................................................................................5-80

How to Create a User-mode Process Dump File....................................................................5-87

Network Monitor....................................................................................................................5-90

Re-installing the Operation System if Multiple Logical Drives Exist....................................5-92

Installing Maintenance Utilities..................................................................................................5-94

Updating the System...................................................................................................................5-94

Making Backup Copies of System Information..........................................................................5-95

Installing with the OEM-Disk for Mass Storage Device........................................................5-96

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

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

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

Parameter File Creator..................................................................................................................6-7

Parameter File ..........................................................................................................................6-8

NEC ESMPRO ...........................................................................................................................6-21

Functions and Features...........................................................................................................6-21

NEC ExpressUpdate Agent.........................................................................................................6-22

Universal RAID Utility...............................................................................................................6-23

Setup with Express Setup.......................................................................................................6-23

Manual Setup .........................................................................................................................6-23

Management of RAID System using NEC ESMPRO Manager.............................................6-24

Easy Configuration.................................................................................................................6-24

Creating Logical Drive of RAID 6.........................................................................................6-24

NEC Product Info Collection Utility ..........................................................................................6-25

Installation..............................................................................................................................6-25

Using Utility...........................................................................................................................6-26

Uninstallation .........................................................................................................................6-26

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

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

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

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

Cleaning the Keyboard/Mouse.................................................................................................7-3

Cleaning Disc ...........................................................................................................................7-4

System Diagnostics.......................................................................................................................7-5

Test Items.................................................................................................................................7-5

Startup and Exit of System Diagnostics ...................................................................................7-6

Relocating/Storing The Server......................................................................................................7-9

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

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

Lamps ...........................................................................................................................................8-3

POWER/SLEEP Lamp.............................................................................................................8-4

DISK ACCESS Lamp ..............................................................................................................8-4

Access Lamp ............................................................................................................................8-4

LINK/ACT Lamp.....................................................................................................................8-4

1000/100/10 Lamp ...................................................................................................................8-4

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

Error Messages after Power-on................................................................................................8-5

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POST Error Messages ..............................................................................................................8-6

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

DMI Event Log ........................................................................................................................8-9

Solving Problems........................................................................................................................8-11

Problems with NEC Express Server.......................................................................................8-11

Problems with Windows.........................................................................................................8-17

Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ............................................................................8-27

Problems with Express Setup.................................................................................................8-28

Problems with Parameter File Creator ...................................................................................8-29

Problems with RAID System Configuration..........................................................................8-30

Problems with Windows Autorun Menu ................................................................................8-32

Others .....................................................................................................................................8-33

Collecting Event Log .............................................................................................................8-34

Collect Configuration Information.........................................................................................8-34

Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information ......................................................................8-35

Memory Dump.......................................................................................................................8-35

Recovery for Windows System...................................................................................................8-36

Maintenance Tools......................................................................................................................8-37

Starting Maintenance Tools....................................................................................................8-37

Function of Maintenance Tools ..............................................................................................8-40

Resetting the Server....................................................................................................................8-42

Forced Shutdown........................................................................................................................8-43

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

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

Static Precautions..........................................................................................................................9-3

Preparing for Installation and Removal........................................................................................9-4

Installation or Removal Procedure ...............................................................................................9-5

Side Cover................................................................................................................................9-5

Front Bezel...............................................................................................................................9-9

3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive.......................................................................................................9-11

2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive Cage (Option) ...............................................................................9-18

Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System..........................................................9-23

Additional Battery for Optional RAID Controller .................................................................9-28

PCI Board...............................................................................................................................9-36

Installation of N8117-01A RS-232C Connector Kit...............................................................9-43

DIMM ....................................................................................................................................9-45

File Device .............................................................................................................................9-50

Optical Disk Drive .................................................................................................................9-56

Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagrams....................................................................... 10-1

Interface Cables ..........................................................................................................................10-2

Addition of Hard Disk Drive..................................................................................................10-2

Connection of 5.25-inch Device.............................................................................................10-6

Power Cables ..............................................................................................................................10-9

Onboard SATA HDD..............................................................................................................10-9

With Optional RAID Controller Installed ............................................................................10-10

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

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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

DVD/CD-ROM....................................................................................................................... B-4

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

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

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

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

Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2008 R2 ........................................................D-1

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

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

Service Pack Which EXPRESSBUILDER Supports .............................................................. D-2

Installing Service Pack............................................................................................................D-2

Updating System .....................................................................................................................D-2

Installing on the Mirrored Volume ..........................................................................................D-2

Mounting MO Device .............................................................................................................D-2

About Removable Media ........................................................................................................D-2

Floppy Disk Drive...................................................................................................................D-2

About the System Partition Size..............................................................................................D-3

BitLocker.................................................................................................................................D-4

Installing Windows Server 2008 R2 ............................................................................................ D-6

Preparations for Installation ....................................................................................................D-6

Creating "Windows Server 2008 R2 OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER" ..........................D-6

Windows Server 2008 R2 Clean Installation...........................................................................D-9

Procedure for License Authentication ...................................................................................D-18

Updating the System .............................................................................................................D-18

Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................D-21

LAN Driver and PROSet.......................................................................................................D-21

Network Driver .....................................................................................................................D-22

Optional Network Board Driver (N8104-121/125A/126).....................................................D-22

Setup Team............................................................................................................................D-23

Setting WOL .........................................................................................................................D-26

Graphics Accelerator Driver..................................................................................................D-27

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/107)............................................................... D-27

Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) ..................................................................D-27

About Windows Activation ...................................................................................................D-28

Setting for Solving Problems.....................................................................................................D-32

Appendix E Installing Windows Server 2008 .............................................................. E-1

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

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

Service Pack Which EXPRESSBUILDER Supports .............................................................. E-2

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

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

Installing on the Mirrored Volume .......................................................................................... E-2

Mounting MO Device ............................................................................................................. E-2

About Removable Media ........................................................................................................ E-2

Floppy Disk Drive................................................................................................................... E-2

About the System Partition Size.............................................................................................. E-3

BitLocker................................................................................................................................. E-5

Installing Windows Server 2008..................................................................................................E-6

Preparations for Installation .................................................................................................... E-6

Creating "Windows Server 2008 OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER"................................ E-6

Windows Server 2008 Clean Installation ................................................................................ E-9

Procedure for License Authentication ................................................................................... E-20

Updating the System .............................................................................................................E-20

Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................ E-23

LAN Driver and PROSet....................................................................................................... E-23

Network Driver ..................................................................................................................... E-25

Optional Network Board Driver (N8104-112/119/120/121/125A/126) ................................ E-25

Setup Team............................................................................................................................ E-26

Setting WOL ......................................................................................................................... E-28

Graphics Accelerator Driver.................................................................................................. E-29

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95/107).......................................................... E-29

Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) .................................................................. E-29

About Windows Activation ................................................................................................... E-30

Setting for Solving Problems..................................................................................................... E-34

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

Notice .......................................................................................................................................... F-1

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

Service Pack Which EXPRESSBUILDER Supports .............................................................. F-2

Installing Service Pack............................................................................................................ F-2

Updating System ..................................................................................................................... F-2

Re-installing to the Hard Disk Drive which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk ................. F-2

Mounting MO Device ............................................................................................................. F-2

About Removable Media ........................................................................................................ F-2

Floppy Disk Drive................................................................................................................... F-2

About the System Partition Size.............................................................................................. F-3

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions............................................................................. F-4

Creating "Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER" ......... F-4

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

Procedure for License Authentication ....................................................................................F-11

Updating the System - Applying Service Pack - ................................................................... F-12

Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................ F-19

PROSet.................................................................................................................................. F-19

Network Driver ..................................................................................................................... F-21

Optional Network Board Driver............................................................................................ F-22

Setup Team............................................................................................................................ F-23

Setting WOL ......................................................................................................................... F-25

Graphics Accelerator Driver.................................................................................................. F-27

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/107)............................................................... F-27

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-95)...................................................................... F-27

Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) .................................................................. F-27

About Windows Activation ................................................................................................... F-28

Setting for Solving Problems..................................................................................................... F-29

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

BEFORE INSTALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003 ................................................................G-1

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

Service Pack Which EXPRESSBUILDER Supports .............................................................. G-2

Application of Service Pack....................................................................................................G-2

Updating System .....................................................................................................................G-2

Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk ...........................G-2

Mounting MO Device .............................................................................................................G-2

About Removable Media ........................................................................................................G-2

Floppy Disk Drive...................................................................................................................G-2

About the System Partition Size..............................................................................................G-3

Installing Windows Server 2003..................................................................................................G-5

Creating "Windows Server 2003 OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER"................................G-5

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

Procedure for License Authentication ...................................................................................G-12

Updating the System - Applying Service Pack - ...................................................................G-12

Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................G-18

PROSet..................................................................................................................................G-18

Network Driver .....................................................................................................................G-19

Optional Network Board Driver............................................................................................ G-19

Setup Team............................................................................................................................G-20

Setting WOL .........................................................................................................................G-20

Graphics Accelerator Driver..................................................................................................G-22

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95/107).......................................................... G-22

Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) ..................................................................G-22

About Windows Activation ...................................................................................................G-23

Setting for Solving Problems.....................................................................................................G-24

Appendix H Using a Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive...................................H-1

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

Hardware.................................................................................................................................. I-1

Software ................................................................................................................................... I-3

Chapter 1

Notes on Using Your Server

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

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SAFETY NOTES

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

General

WARNING

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

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

concerning human lives, including medical devices, nuclear facilities and devices, aeronautics and space devices, transportation facilities and devices; and facilities and devices requiring high reliability. 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 floppy disk or optical disk drive. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

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

1-4 Notes on Using Your Server

Power Supply and Power Cord Use

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 of the specified voltage. 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 your server may heat up the cord and cause a fire.

Do not connect the power cord to an outlet that has an illegal number of connections.

The electric current exceeding the rated flow overheats the outlet, which may cause a fire.

Do not pull the cable when disconnecting it.

When disconnecting the cable from the device, hold the cable connector and pull it straight out. Pulling the cable out by the cable portion or giving mechanical stress to the connector could damage the cables and connectors to result in an electrical shock hazard or a fire.

Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes.

Heat generation resulting from a halfway inserted power plug (imperfect contact) may cause a fire. Heat will also be generated if condensation is formed on dusty blades of the halfway inserted plug, increasing the possibility of fire.

WARNING

CAUTION

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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 alter, modify, or repair the power cord.  Do not secure the power cord with staples or equivalents.  Do not use any damaged power cord. (Replace a damaged power cord with

a new one of the same specifications. Ask your service representative for replacement.)

Do not use the attached power cord for any other devices or usage.

The power cord that comes with your server is designed aiming to connect with this server and to use with the server, and its safety has been tested. Do not use the attached power cord for any other purpose. Doing so may cause a fire or an electric shock.

CAUTION

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Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection

CAUTION

Do not hold the front bezel to lift the server.

Do not hold the front bezel to lift the server. The front bezel may be disengaged from the server, causing personal injury. Hold the server firmly by its bottom.

Do not install the server in any place other than specified.

Do not install the server in the following places or any place other than specified in this manual. Failure to follow this instruction may cause a fire.

 a dusty place  a humid place such as near a boiler  a place exposed to direct sunlight  an unstable place

Do not use the server in the place where corrosive gases exist.

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

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

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Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.

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

Do not look into the optical disk drive.

A laser beam used in the optical disk drive is harmful to the eyes. Do not look into or insert a mirror into the drive while the drive is powered. If a laser beam is caught in your eyes, you may lose your eyesight (the laser beam is invisible).

Do not remove the lithium battery.

Your 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 accessing inside the server, or connecting the peripherals.

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.

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.

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.

Protect the unused connectors with the protective cap.

The unused power supply cable connectors are covered with the protective cap to prevent short circuits and electrical hazards, when removing the power supply cable connector from the install devices, attach the protective cap to the connector. Failure to follow this warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.

WARNING

CAUTION

1-8 Notes on Using Your Server

During Operation

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 leave the CD tray open.

If dust gets on the lens of optical disk drive, the drive may have problems reading your disks. Also, the CD tray may be broken by contacting any objects.

Do not place any object on top of the server.

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

CAUTION

Notes on Using Your Server 1-9

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 server in a place that meets requirements for successful operation. For details,

see Chapter 3, "Setting Up Your Server."

 If the power cord supplied with your system is not compatible with the AC wall outlet in

your region, contact your service representative to obtain a suitable power cord.

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

server and peripheral devices.

 Verify that the access lamp on the server is unlit before turning off the server or ejecting

the floppy disk.

 When plugging the power cord to the system, you may experience 10 seconds delay from

the time you press the POWER/SLEEP switch on the front panel. This is normal system operation.

 When you have just turned off the server, wait at least 10 seconds before turning it back

on. If the server is connected to the UPS, set at least 10 seconds delay in the power-on schedule.

 For the disk which does not conform to the CD standard, the playback of such a disk with

the CD drive is not guaranteed.

 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.

 Make sure to use optional devices supported by the server. Some non-supported devices

may be physically installed/connected but cause failures of the server as well as malfunctions of the server.

 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.

 Turn off the cellular phone or pager. Radio interference may cause malfunctions of the

server.

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TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY

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

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

IMPORTANT: About data on the hard disk drive

Be sure to take appropriate measures not to leak important data (e.g., customers' information or companies' management information) on the removed hard disk drive to any third parties.

Data seems to be erased when you empty "Recycle Bin" of Windows or execute the "format" command of the operating system. However, the actual data remains written on the hard disk drive. Data not erased completely may be restored by special software and used for unexpected purposes.

It is strongly recommended that the software or service (both available at stores) for data erasure should be used in order to avoid the trouble explained above. For details on data erasure, ask your sales representative.

Provided software

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

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

retained.

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

software application must be satisfied.

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

transferring the server.

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DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES

 Dispose of the server, all the internal devices, floppy disks, CD-ROMs, and batteries

according to all national laws and regulations.

IMPORTANT: It is the user's responsibility to completely erase or

modify all the data stored in storage device such as hard disk drive so that the data cannot be restored.

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

require replacement, such as fans, internal batteries, the internal optical disk drive, the floppy disk 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.

REGARDING THE TRANSPORTATION OF THIS SYSTEM

This system and/or associated options and accessories may be using lithium metal batteries or lithium ion batteries.

There may be restrictions regarding the air or sea transportation of such lithium batteries.

Please contact your service representative prior to transporting this system and/or its options.

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 lamp indications of the server and alarm indications on the display unit before consultation, which may provide a significant help to your service representative.

USE OF THE TERM “OPTICAL DISK DRIVE”

This equipment includes one of the drives below. In this document, this drive is referred to as the "optical disk drive".

 DVD-ROM drive

 DVD super multi drive

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Note that the operation is not guaranteed when attempting use a CD playback device to play back a disc that does not comply with the CD standards, such as a copy-protected CD.

USE OF THE TERM “HARD DISK DRIVE”

Unless otherwise specified, the term hard disk drive (HDD) when used in this document refers to the following:

 Hard disk drive (HDD)

 Solid state drive (SSD)

Advice for Health

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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.

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Chapter 2

General Description

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

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OVERVIEW

Your server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Intel microprocessor family. 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 a file and print services, e-mail, web access, web site server, etc. Your server is housed and available as a tower-based system.

Front View

As application requirements increase, you can expand your server with an additional memory, add-in boards and peripheral devices; tape devices, DVD-ROM, and hard disk drives. The server features the following major components.

 A high-performance Intel® Xeon® Processor, Intel® Pentium® Processor, or Intel®

Celeron® Processor

 Up to 16GB of memory (using 4GB DIMMs)

Minimum configuration is 1GB of memory

 Dual channel memory configuration

 Four integrated I/O expansion PCI-e/PCI-X slots for add-in boards (three PCI EXPRESS

slots and one 32-bit/33 MHz slot)

 Onboard enhanced serial ATA RAID Controller

 Onboard 1000/100/10 network controller

 Integrated optical disk drive

 Four hard disk drive slots

 Embedded PC-compatible support (serial, mouse, keyboard, USB, LAN, and video)

 High degree of SATA hard disk drive fault tolerance and advanced RAID management

features through the use of RAID Technology.

SYSTEM CHASSIS

Names and functions of the components are shown below.

Front View

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1 Front bezel

Open the door when accessing the file bay.

Remove the front bezel when installing/removing the 5.25-inch device, optical disk drive, and hard disk drives.

2 Front USB connector

Connect the USB device to this connector.

3 Optical disk drive

The optical disk drive reads data from the inserted CD-ROM or DVD-ROM. The drive is equipped with the following:

• Open/Close button to eject the tray

• Access lamp that indicates the disk access status

• Emergency hole to forcibly eject the tray

4 5.25-inch device bay

One backup file devices of 5.25-inch width such as DAT drive or MO drive may be installed in the 5.25-inch device bay. An optical disk drive is factory-installed on the bottom of bay.

The bay is equipped with an EMI bracket.

5 Disk access lamp (green)

The disk access lamp is lit while the system accesses to a built-in hard disk drive or optical disk drive. If the built-in hard disk drive is connected to the proper optional board, this lamp can be lit only when the LED cable provided with the system is connected.

6 POWER/SLEEP lamp (green)

Lights in green when the server is powered on. Blinks when the system is placed in the sleep Mode.

7 POWER/SLEEP switch

The POWER/SLEEP switch is used to turn the power of the server ON/OFF. If you press this switch once, the power is turned on with the POWER/SLEEP lamp going on green. If you press the switch again, the power is turned off. Some OS setting can provide the function of switching to the power saving (sleep) mode. If you press the POWER/SLEEP switch once after the setting, the system is entered into the power saving mode with the POWER/SLEEP lamp blinking green. If you press the switch again, the system is returned to the normal state. (Depending on installed optional boards, the function cannot be provided.)

Rear View

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14 5

9 11 10

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1 AC inlet

The AC inlet is connected with the power cord.

2 Fixing screws

Secures the side cover.

3 Cover lock plate

Installing a theft prevention device protects the internal components of the server from being stolen.

4 Mouse connector

The mouse connector is connected with the mouse coming with the server.

5 Keyboard connector

The keyboard connector is connected with keyboard coming with the server.

6 USB connectors

The USB connectors are connected with devices accepting the USB interface.

7 Serial port A connector

The serial port connector is used to connect the server to a device with the serial interface. The server cannot be directly connected to a leased line through the connector. Note: If N8117-01A is connected, the connector on N8117-01A side becomes serial port B connector.

8 Display connector

The display connector is connected with the display unit.

9 LAN connector

The LAN connector is connected with a network system on LAN (1000BASE-T/100BASETX/10BASE-T).

10 Link/ACT lamp

The Link/ACT lamp shows the LAN access status.

11 1000/100/10 lamp

1000/100/10 lamp indicates the LAN transfer rate.

12 Dump switch

Press this switch when collecting memory dump.

NOTE: Consult with your service representative before collecting memory dump. Collecting memory dump while the server is in the successful operation may affect the system operation.

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Internal View

Low-power CPU model (N8100-1592F/1593F) when optional 3.5-inch hard disk drive cage is installed

9 8 7 6

1 Power supply 2 DIMM slots 3 Optical disk drive 4 5.25-inch device bay

An optical disk drive is factory installed in bottom bay.

5 PCI guide rail 6 Hard disk drive cage 7 Hard disk drive (optional) 8 Mother board 9 Processor cooling fan

10 PCI board retention spring 11 Rear cooling fan

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High-power CPU model (N8100-1594F) when optional 3.5-inch hard disk drive cage is installed

2 3

1 Power supply 2 DIMM slots 3 Optical disk drive 4 5.25-inch device bay

An optical disk drive is factory installed in bottom bay.

5 PCI guide rail 6 Hard disk drive cage 7 Hard disk drive (optional) 8 Mother board

9 Processor cooling fan 10 PCI board retention spring 11 Rear cooling fan

When optional 2.5-inch hard disk drive cage is installed

General Description 2-9

9 8 7 6

1 Power supply 2 DIMM slots 3 Optical disk drive 4 5.25-inch device bay

An optical disk drive is factory installed in bottom bay.

5 PCI guide rail 6 Hard disk drive cage 7 Hard disk drive (optional) 8 Mother board

9 Processor cooling fan 10 PCI board retention spring 11 Rear cooling fan

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Mother Board

17-1

17-2

17-3

17-4

20 2

1-2

1-4 1-1 1-3

6-0

6-1 6-3

6-2

6-5

6-4

111314

1516

1 DIMM sockets 12

(The last digit indicates connector number.)

2 Power connector 14 USB connector (for device bay) 3 CPU socket 15 LED/SW connector 4 FAN1 connector (for CPU cooling fan) 16 COM B connector for N8117-01A 5 RAID LED cable connector 17 PCI board slots 6 Serial ATA connectors #0 to #5

(The last digit indicates connector number.)

7 Lithium battery 8 Buzzer 9 CMOS configuration jumper switch 18 DUMP switch

10 RAID configuration jumper switch 19 Connectors for external devices 11 SGPIO connector 20 FAN2 connector (for rear cooling fan)

USB connector (for flash memory card)

13 USB connector (for front USB port)

17-1: PCI EXPRESS x16 17-2: PCI EXPRESS ×4 (x8 connector) 17-3: PCI EXPRESS ×2 (x4 connector) 17-4: PCI 32bit/33 MHz

STANDARD FEATURES

High performance Expandability

 Intel® Xeon® Processor

Intel® Pentium® Processor Intel® Celeron® Processor

 High-speed

1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T interface (1Gbps/100Mbps/10Mbps supported)

 High-speed disk access

(SATA (standard) and SAS (option))

 Dual channel memory configuration

 Four integrated I/O expansion PCI slots

– PCI EXPRESS (x16): 1 slot – PCI EXPRESS (x4): 1 slot (connector: x8) – PCI EXPRESS (x2): 1 slot (connector: x4) – PCI bus (32-bit/33MHz): 1 slot

 Large memory of up to 16GB

(four 4GB DIMMs)

 USB interface (USB 2.0)

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High-reliability Many Available Features

 Memory monitoring feature (error

correction/error detection)

 Temperature detection  Cooling fan monitoring feature  Voltage monitoring feature  BIOS password feature  RAID System

(SATA (standard) and SAS (option))

Management Utilities Easy and Fine Setup

 NEC ESMPRO  Off-line Maintenance Utility  RAID System Management Utility  ExpressUpdate feature  New management function  Hardware events can be logged.

Power Saving Feature Quietness

 Sleep feature

(available for Windows Server 2003 or later)

 A watchdog timer monitors for stalls.

 El Torito Bootable CD-ROM (no emulation

mode) format support

 Remote power-on feature  AC-LINK feature  Onboard RAID Controller (SATA)

Self-diagnosis

 Power On Self-Test (POST)  Test and Diagnosis

 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER (system setup

utility)

 BIOS SETUP utility  Parameter File Creator

 The fan can be set to low-speed mode for

quieter operation

High availability

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Remote Power-On Feature (Wake On LAN)

The remote power-on function turns on the server through a network. It sends a special packet from the management computer to a remote server to turn it on if the server is off-powered.

To enable this feature, you must select "Enabled" for each submenu in the Power Management Setup of the Advanced menu of the BIOS SETUP utility. (See Chapter 4.)

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

 Abnormal previous system shut-down

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

blackout, etc.)

AC LINK Feature

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

Security

The BIOS SETUP utility provides a number of security features to prevent unauthorized or accidental access to the system. Once the security measures are enabled, access to the system is allowed only after the user enters the correct password(s). For example:

 Set and enable an administrative password.

 Set and enable a user password

 Check the user account when entering the BIOS SETUP utility or booting the system.

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Running the Server with the Fan Set to Low-speed Mode (Silent Mode)

The fan inside the server can be set to low-speed (silent mode) as follows, allowing the server to run much more quietly.

Setting the fan to low-speed mode:

 Make sure that there is no board in the PCI slot of the server.

 Change the [Fan Control Mode] setting on the [Server] tab in the BIOS Setup utility from

[Normal] to [Low].

NOTE: If a board is inserted in the PCI slot, POST displays an error

on the screen and the fan operates in Normal mode when the server starts up.

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER

The DVD-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 Windows Autorun Menu (Windows-based NEC EXPRESSBUILDER feature) updates the several resources of Microsoft Windows Server

2003. (See Chapter 6.)

 To install the utilities.

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD includes some management software for Windows (NEC ESMPRO, and so on). You can install the applications for Windows from Windows Autorun Menu. (See Chapter 6.)

 To read the online documents*

You can refer to the online documents from Windows Autorun Menu. (See Chapter 6.)

* These functions are available under the Windows system.

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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.

NEC ESMPRO

The NEC ESMPRO is server management software that runs on the OS.

The NEC ESMPRO Manager is management software that enables you to manage and monitor the servers remotely. To use this software, it is required to install appropriate bundled software on 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.

Maintenance Tools

The Maintenance Tools is used for maintenance and fault analysis of the server. This tool is usually used by the service representative.

System Diagnostic Utility

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

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USING YOUR SERVER

This section describes basic operations of your server including how to use devices such as the floppy disk drive and the optical disk drive. See Appendix B for notes on using the floppy disk, CD-ROM, and accessories including the keyboard and the mouse.

POWER/SLEEP Switch

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

Power On

Press the POWER/SLEEP switch on the front of the server.

The POWER/SLEEP lamp lights in green.

POWER/SLEEP switch

POWER/SLEEP lamp

IMPORTANT:

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

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

 Do not turn off the server until characters appear on the screen.

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POST

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.

You don't always need to check the POST check results. Check messages that POST displays when:

 you use the NEC Express server for the first time.

 the server appears to fail.

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

 an error message appears on the display unit.

General Description 2-17

POST Execution Flow

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

IMPORTANT:

 Do not power off the server while POST is in progress.

 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 take a few minutes to complete depending on the memory size of the server. Also, it may take approximately one minute for the screen display to appear after rebooting the server.

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

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

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

prompting you to launch the SETUP utility stored in the BIOS chip on the motherboard. To launch the SETUP utility, press F2 while the above message is displayed. Message displayed when the NEC logo appears:

Press <F2> to enter SETUP or Press <F12> to Network

Message displayed when the POST screen appears:

Press <F2> to enter SETUP <F10> Boot menu <F12> to boot from Network

Launch the SETUP utility only when you need to change the settings to meet the requirements of the server environment. As long as the above message is not accompanied by an error message, you do not have to change the settings. (Ignore the message. POST will continue a few seconds later.)

See Chapter 4 for setup and parameters.

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4. If your server uses Onboard RAID Controller, the following message is displayed to

prompt you to run RAID utility.

Press <Ctrl><M> to Run LSI SoftwareRAID Configuration Utility

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

IMPORTANT: The LSI Software RAID Configuration 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 displays 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 entry using the BIOS SETUP utility, 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.

POST Error Messages

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

IMPORTANT: Take a note on the messages displayed before

consulting with your sales agent. Alarm messages are useful information for maintenance.

General Description 2-19

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.

8. Shut down the OS.

9. Press the POWER/SLEEP switch on the front of the server.

The POWER/SLEEP lamp goes out.

10. Power off peripheral devices.

SLEEP Switch

The POWER/SLEEP switch allows you to save almost all power of the server (power-saving mode or sleep mode).

Press the POWER/SLEEP switch on the front of the server to place the server in the power-saving mode. (The POWER/SLEEP lamp blinks.) In the power-saving mode, the server retains the memory data and the status of the previous operations.

To resume the original state, press the POWER/SLEEP switch again. (It may take a little time to resume the original state.)

NOTE: The operational level in the power-saving mode depends on

the OS in use. (Available for Windows Server 2003.)

IMPORTANT: Do not change system configuration while turning into

the power-saving mode or in the power-saving mode. Otherwise, you may fail to resume the original state.

2-20 General Description

Optical Disk Drive

The optical disk drive is installed in the front of the server. One of the following optical disk drives can be used.

 DVD-ROM drive (factory-installed)

Reads data from various optical disks.

 DVD Super MULTI drive (option)

Reads or writes data of various optical disks.

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 1-2 to 1-11 for details.

 Do not leave the tray ejected from the optical disk drive.

Precautions

Observe the following instructions when using the server. The server itself or your property (data and other devices) might be destroyed if you use the server disregarding these instructions.

Use of the Optical Disk

Keep the following notes in mind to use the optical disk for the server:

 For the disk which does not conform to the CD standard, the playback of such a disk with

the optical disk drive is not guaranteed.

 Do not drop the optical disk.

 Do not place anything on the optical disk or bend the optical disk.

 Do not attach any label onto the optical disk.

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

 Place the optical disk with its printed side upward and gently put it on the tray.

 Do not scratch the optical disk or write anything directly on it with a pencil or ball-point

pen.

 Keep the optical disk away from cigarette smoke.

 Do not leave the optical disk 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 optical disk, wipe the optical disk from its

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

 Use the dedicated cleaner to clean the optical disk. Do not use record spray/cleaner,

benzene, or thinner.

General Description 2-21

 Keep the optical disk in an optical disk case when not in use.

 Use a non-printable disk recommended in the User's Guide of the server and/or the device.

 Optical disk is a data storage media with delicate structure and requires care. Clean the

tray and optical regularly according to "Cleaning Disc" in Chapter 7.

Writing Data onto Disk

 After writing the data onto disk, be sure to perform data compare process.

 An operator should always be concerned with data writing (unattended writing should not

be performed).

Handling of Optical Disk Drive

 Do not leave the tray ejected from the optical disk drive.

 Do not leave the drive with an optical disk being contained.

 Clean the disk and drive in regular basis. For the slim type drive, be careful not to touch

the lens while cleaning the drive.

 Make sure that the drive works normally by reading a disk such as NEC

EXPRESSBUILDER.

About Write Error

A write error might occur when writing a data by using the optical disk drive due to the operating environment or characteristics of disk, etc.

If a write error occurs even after the cleaning, try another disk.

Before Writing onto Disk

 It is prohibited by the law to reproduce audio CD and the application without the

permission of the writer except for the personal use.

 The data stored in DVD-R, DVD+R, or CD-R may be destroyed partially or entirely due

to write error. To prevent the data loss, observe the following instructions.

– Quit the program including an application software that might consume a large amount

of memory.

– Disable the screen saver utility.

– Quit the program to check the disk such as virus checker or system agency.

– Disable the utility that might start during writing, such as scheduler or timer.

– Disable the power-saving feature in power management.

– Do not boot any application while writing.

2-22 General Description

Writing/reading Time Fluctuation

The optical disk drive has a feature to detect the disk condition and determine the optimum writing or reading speed for the disk. Accordingly, the time required for writing or reading data may not be constant, depending on disk condition.

General Description 2-23

Flash FDD

A Flash FDD is compatible with a floppy disk.

Only one Flash FDD can be connected to the USB connector of the server.

If a Floppy Disk Drive has been connected to the server, be sure to disconnect it.

CAUTION

Be careful so that the connected Flash FDD is not lost or stolen. Loss, theft, or misappropriation of the Flash FDD, as well as fraud involving the Flash FDD, might cause personal data to be leaked to third parties. NEC is not liable for damage caused by such leakage.

IMPORTANT:

 The status before connecting a Flash FDD to the server is applied to

its write protect switch. Therefore, changing this write protect switch after connecting the Flash FDD to the server is ignored. If it becomes necessary to change the write protect switch while using the connected Flash FDD, disconnect the Flash FDD, and then change the switch.

 Be careful not to slide the Flash FDD write protect switch when

connecting or disconnecting the Flash FDD.

Precautions

Use a Flash FDD only for temporary purposes such as loading the device drivers during OS installation. Do not use it to back up data.

Compensation for Saved Data

NEC is not liable for data saved in a Flash FDD and will not provide compensation if such data is lost.

Handling the Flash FDD

 Do not turn off the Flash FDD while the access LED of the unit is blinking. Doing so

might cause the Flash FDD to fail or corrupt data saved in it.

 A Flash FDD is a consumable product. If an error occurs in a Flash FDD, use a new Flash

FDD instead of continuing to use the old one.

 Be sure to connect a Flash FDD directly to a USB connector, not by way of a USB hub.

 Before touching a Flash FDD, eliminate static electricity from your body by touching

metal such as a door knob or aluminum sash.

2-24 General Description

 Do not disassemble a Flash FDD.

 Do not to shake or hit a Flash FDD.

 Do not leave a Flash FDD in a place exposed to direct sunlight or close to a heater.

 Do not handle a Flash FDD while eating, drinking, or smoking. Also, be careful not to get

thinner or alcohol on a Flash FDD.

 Be careful when connecting a Flash FDD to the server.

 Do not move a Flash FDD while it is connected to the USB connecter of the server. Doing

so might cause the Flash FDD to fail.

 After using a Flash FDD, disconnect it from the server.

Chapter 3

Setting Up Your Server

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

3-2 Setting Up Your Server

SETUP FLOW

Follow the flowchart below to set up the server.

Unpacking the system

Unpack the server and accessories from the shipping carton box.

Installing optional devices

If you have purchased any optional device for the server, see Chapter 9 to install it.

Selecting the server site

Select a suitable site for the server.

Connecting peripheral devices

Connect peripheral devices to the server.

Connecting the power cord

Connect the power cord to the server.

Turning on the server

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

Installing the operating system

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

Installing the utilities

Install the utilities in the provided NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD. 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

UNPACKING THE SYSTEM

When you receive your system, inspect the shipping containers prior to unpacking. If the shipping boxes are damaged, note the damage, and if possible, photograph it for reference. After removing the contents of the containers, keep the cartons and the packing materials. If the contents appear damaged when you unpack the boxes, file a damage claim with the carrier immediately.

INSTALLING OPTIONAL DEVICES

To install any optional device, see Chapter 9, "Upgrading Your Server," for the installation procedure. Proceed to the next section if you have no optional devices to install.

IMPORTANT: There are third-party products (memory modules, hard

disk drives, etc.) available for the server in the markets. However, NEC recommends that you should use NEC products for stable operation. NEC assumes no liability for data errors and failures due to malfunction of the server resulted from installation of those third-party products.

3-4 Setting Up Your Server

SELECTING SERVER SITE

Read the following precautions before selecting a suitable site for your server. The following describes installation of the server and connections to the server.

CAUTION

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

 Never attempt to lift the server only by yourself.  Do not install the server in any place other than specified.

The following figure illustrates a site suitable for installing the server.

Room that satisfies the following conditions: * <While operating>

Temperature: 10 to 35ºC Humidity: 20 to 80% Temperature gradient: ±10ºC/h Atmosphere: 749 to 1040 hpa

Temperature: –10 to 55ºC Humidity: 10 to 80% Temperature gradient: ±15ºC/h Atmosphere: 749 to 1040 hpa

Allow clearance of at least 150 mm in

front of and behind the server.

Close enough to connect the

mouse and the display.

100 to 120 Vac/200 to 240 Vac parallel bi-polar wall power outlet with the ground line.

Install the server on

a flat, rigid desk

Clean and tidy room

* It is recommended that the server should be used in a room where

temperature is in the range between 15 to 25ºC.

Setting Up Your Server 3-5

When you have selected a server site, hold the server by its bottom with at least three persons and carry it to the site, then place it slowly and gently.

IMPORTANT: Do not hold the server by its front bezel to lift the

server. The front bezel may be disengaged and damage the server.

Do not install the server in the following locations as it may cause malfunctions of the server.

 Places with drastic changes in temperature (e.g., near a heater, air conditioner, or

refrigerator)

 Places with strong vibration

 Places with corrosive gas in presence, near chemicals, or with possibilities of chemicals

sprayed over

 On a non-antistatic carpet

 Places with possibilities of falling objects

 Places where a power outlet that shares the ground line with another (especially the one to

which a device with large power consumption is connected) must be used for the server

 Do not install the server near equipment that generates power noise (e.g., contact spark at

power-on/power-off of commercial power supply through a relay). (To install the server near equipment that generates power noise, ask your service representative for separating the power wiring or installing a noise filter.)

3-6 Setting Up Your Server

CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES

Connect peripheral devices to the server. The server is provided with connectors for wide variety of peripheral devices. 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 use any damaged cable connector.  Do not use any unauthorized interface cable.  Do not use the server with any loose interface connection.  Do not step on the interface cable or place any heavy object on it.

CAUTION

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.

 To connect the provided keyboard and mouse, plug their connectors

to the server with the "Δ" mark on the connectors facing right.

 Do not connect the serial ports with the telephone line directly.

 Do not connect any devices to the connectors not instructed in this

subsection. Doing so could damage the device, your server, or both.

Setting Up Your Server 3-7

Device with the USB interface (e.g., terminal adapter)

Finally, connect the power cord to the receptacle.

Keyboard

Device with the serial interface (e.g., modem)

Display unit

FRONT

Mouse

Device with the USB interface

(e.g., terminal adapter)

Hub/Switching hub

Device with the USB interface

(e.g., terminal adapter)

REAR

3-8 Setting Up Your Server

CONNECTING POWER CORD

Connect the provided power cord to the server.

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.

WARNING

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.

Setting Up Your Server 3-9

NOTES:

 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 for details.

 When the power cord from the server is connected to a UPS, change

the BIOS SETUP utility of the server to link with power supply from the UPS. Change a parameter for "AC-LINK" of the Server menu of the BIOS SETUP utility. See Chapter 4 for details.

3-10 Setting Up Your Server

TURNING ON THE SERVER

Turn on the server and follow the on-screen instructions for setup.

1. Make sure all external devices, such as a video display, keyboard, and mouse have been

connected, and the power cords are connected.

2. Power on the video display and any other external devices.

3. Make sure that the floppy disk drive contains no floppy disk and the optical disk drive

contains no bootable DVD/CD-ROM.

4. Press the POWER/SLEEP switch.

NOTES:

 If the power cord is connected to the power control unit such as the

UPS, turn on the power control unit.

 Connect the power cord and wait a few seconds before pressing the

POWER/SLEEP switch. The POWER/SLEEP switch does not work in a few seconds after connecting the power cord due to firmware start-up.

POWER/SLEEP switch

POWER/SLEEP lamp

Setting Up Your Server 3-11

The POWER/SLEEP lamp on the front of the server comes on.

In a few seconds, the NEC logo appears on the screen and the Power On Self-Test (POST) begins.

The POST runs automatically when you power on the server or reset it with a keyboard operation (Ctrl + Alt + Delete). The POST runs diagnostics, initializes the server, sets interrupt vectors, detects installed peripheral devices, and boots the operating system (if installed). See Chapter 2 for detailed description on POST.

If the server halts before completing the POST, the POST emits a beep code indicating a fatal system error requiring immediate attention. (See Chapter 8, "Troubleshooting," for troubleshooting information.)

During memory test, the POST displays the amount of memory it was able to access and test. Depending on the amount of installed memory, it may take several minutes to complete the memory test.

NOTE: The factory-set is defined to hide the POST screen with the

NEC logo screen. You can always change the NEC logo screen to the POST screen by pressing Esc. To change the start-up screen, use the BIOS SETUP utility. (See Chapter 4 for details.)

During the POST, you will see the banner message to prompt you to launch the BIOS SETUP utility stored in ROM on the mother board or on an installed option board.

Start the BIOS SETUP utility appropriate to your system environment to change the CMOS Setup. For detail explanation on the BIOS SETUP utility for the server, see Chapter 4. For the BIOS utility for the option board, refer to the manual that comes with the option board.

IMPORTANT: Always allow POST to complete before turning off

your system.

3-12 Setting Up Your Server

INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEM

See Chapter 5 for installing Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and Microsoft Windows Server 2003.

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

IMPORTANT: Use NEC EXPRESSBUILDER for initial setup of

your server. The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER is support software for the server. It simplifies the process of installing and configuring your server. See Chapter 6 for details on NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.

INSTALLING UTILITIES

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

MAKING BACKUP COPIES OF SYSTEM INFORMATION

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

Save the information after completing the system setup.

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

You can save the information by the following process.

1. Connect Flash FDD or USB FDD to the USB connector.

2. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD into the optical disk drive and reboot the

system.

3. Select [Tool menu (Normal mode)].

4. Select [English].

5. Select [Maintenance Utility].

6. Select [System Information Management].

7. Select [Save].

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 RAID configuration utility configures the RAID System and logical drives connected to the Onboard RAID Controller or optional RAID Controller.

If your system has been factory configured, the BIOS SETUP or RAID configuration utility do not need to be run unless you want to change the password or security features, add certain types of option boards or devices, 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.

4-2 Configuring Your Server

SYSTEM BIOS (BIOS SETUP UTILITY)

The BIOS Setup utility is provided to make basic hardware configuration for the server. This utility is pre-installed in the flash memory of the server and ready to run.

The server is configured with the correct parameters using the BIOS Setup utility and shipped in the best conditions. Thus, you don't need to use the BIOS Setup utility in most cases. However, you might wish to use the BIOS Setup utility in the cases described below.

IMPORTANT:

 The BIOS Setup utility is intended for system administrator use

only.

 The BIOS Setup utility allows you to set a password. The server is

provided with two levels of password: Supervisor and User. With the Supervisor password, you can view and change all system parameters of the BIOS Setup utility. With the User password, system parameters available for viewing and changing are limited.

 Do not set any password before installing the OS.

 The server contains the latest version of the BIOS Setup utility.

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

Configuring Your Server 4-3

Starting SETUP Utility

When you turn on the server, the NEC logo appears first. (The POST (Power On Self-Test) screen might appear first, depending on the SETUP settings.)

The following message then appears at bottom left of the screen.

Message displayed when the NEC logo appears:

Press <F2> to enter SETUP or Press <F12> to Network

Message displayed when the POST screen appears:

Press <F2> to enter SET UP <F10> Boot menu <F12> to b oot from Networ k

If you press F2 while the above message is displayed, the SETUP utility will launch and its main menu will be displayed.

If you have previously set a password with the BIOS Setup utility, the password entry screen appears. Enter the password.

Enter password:[ ]

Up to three password entries will be accepted. If you fail to enter the password correctly for three consecutive times, the server halts. (You can no longer proceed.) Power off the server.

NOTE: The server is provided with two levels of password:

Administrator and User. With the Administrator password, you can view and change all system parameters. With the User password, system parameters available for viewing and changing are limited.

4-4 Configuring Your Server

Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage

Use the following keyboard keys to work with the BIOS Setup utility. These keys are also listed at the bottom of the menu screen.

Indicates there are submenus.

Setup item menu

Indicates the current menu.

Online help window

Explanation of key functions menu

Parameter (high-lights upon selection) menu

Cursor (↑, ↓):

Cursor (←, →): – and +: Enter Esc F1: F9: F10:

Move cursor up and down. The cursor moves only to the settings that you can change.

Move between menus. Select the previous value (–) or the next value (+) for the field. Execute command or select Æ submenu. Exit the current menu and return to the previous menu. Get Help about an item. Load default configuration values for this menu. Save configuration values and exit.

Configuring Your Server 4-5

Configuration Examples

The following describes examples of configuration required to use software-link features or for system operations.

Time and Date Settings

You can also change the time and date settings via the operating system commands.

Select [Main] - [System Time].

Select [Main] - [System Date].

Link with Management Software

To control power supply of the server with NEC ESMPRO Manager via the network

Select [Advanced] - [Advanced Chipset Control] - [Wake On LAN/PME] - [Enabled].

Select [Server] - [AC LINK] - [Stay Off].

Hard Disk Drive

To check the hard disk drive status

Select [Main] - [SATA Port 0/1/2/3/4/5] and check the status indications.

UPS

To link power supply with the UPS

 To power on the server when power is supply from the UPS

Select [Server] - [AC LINK] - [Power On].

 To keep the server off-powered even when power is supplied from the UPS

Select [Server] - [AC LINK] - [Stay Off].

Boot

To check the boot order

Select [Boot] and check the current boot order.

To change the boot order of devices connected to the server

Select [Boot] and specify the boot order.

IMPORTANT: If you have installed any bootable device, be sure to

run BIOS Setup menu to check the boot priority on [Boot] menu. If the bootable device is displayed in "Excluded from boot order", put the cursor onto the device, then press x to move it to "Boot priority order".

4-6 Configuring Your Server

Memory

To check the installed memory (DIMM board) status

Select [Advanced] - [Memory Configuration] and check the status indications.

The on-screen DIMM group numbers and socket locations on the mother board are

associated as shown in the following figure.

DIMM #2 DIMM #4 DIMM #1 DIMM #3

To clear the memory (DIMM board) error information

Select [Advanced] - [Memory Configuration] - [Memory Retest] - [Yes] and reboot.

To run power-on memory test

Select [Advanced] - [Memory Configuration] - [Extended RAM Step] - [1MB] and

reboot.

CPU

To check the installed CPU status

Select [Main] - [Processor Settings] – [Processor CPUID] and check the status

indications.

Keyboard

To set Numlock

Select [Advanced] - [Numlock] – [On]/[Off].

Security

To set passwords on the BIOS

Select [Security] - [Set Supervisor Password] and enter a password.

Select [Security] - [Set User Password] and enter a password.

Set Supervisor password first, then User password.

External Devices

To set up external devices

Select [Advanced] - [Peripheral Configuration] and set up each device.

Internal Devices

To install the RAID Controller card or SCSI controller card

Select [Advanced] - [PCI Configuration] - [PCI Slot n Option ROM] - [Enabled]. n: slot number

Configuring Your Server 4-7

To clear the hardware configuration data (after installing/removing internal devices)

Select [Advanced] - [Reset Configuration Data] - [Yes] and reboot.

Running the Server with the Fan Low-speed (Silent) Mode)

To run the server with the fan set to low-speed (silent) mode

Select [Server] - [Fan Control Mode] - [Low].

If a board is inserted in the server’s PCI slot, the fan cannot be set to low-speed (silent) mode.

Saving the Configuration Data

To save the current configuration data and exit from SETUP

Select [Exit] - [Exit Saving Changes].

To discard changes to the current configuration data and exit from SETUP

Select [Exit] - [Exit Discarding Changes].

To load the default setup

Select [Exit] - [Load Setup Defaults].

To discard changes to the current configuration data

Select [Exit] - [Discard Changes].

4-8 Configuring Your Server

To save the current configuration data

Select [Exit] - [Save Changes].

Configuring Your Server 4-9

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.

4-10 Configuring Your Server

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 SATA Port 0 SATA Port 1 SATA Port 2 SATA Port 3 SATA Port 4 SATA Port 5

Processor Settings –

Language [English (US)]

[ ]: Factory-set

–

Français

Deutsch

Español

Italiano

When accessing the IDE device for the first time during POST, the system waits for the specified time until the device becomes ready.

Shows 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.

IMPORTANT:

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).

Check and adjust the system clock before the

If the system clock is remarkably delayed or advanced as the passage of time in spite of adjustment, contact your service representative for maintenance.

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Processor Settings

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

CPU Speed – Displays clock speed for the

processor. (View only)

Processor CPUID Numeral (xxxx) Displays the processor ID.

(View only)

Processor L2 Cache – Displays L2 cache size for

processor.

Processor L3 Cache – Displays L3 cache size for

processor.

Active Processor Cores [ALL]

1 2

Execute Disable Bit [Enabled]

Disabled

Intel SpeedStep(R) Technology

Turbo Boost Technology

C1 Enhanced Mode [Enabled]

Processor C3 Report Disabled

Virtualization Technology [ ]: Factory-set

[Enabled] Disabled

Disabled

ACPI C2 [ACPI C3] [Enabled] Disabled

Specifies the number of valid cores in the processor.

Enables or disables the Execute Disable Bit feature. Displayed only when the CPU supports Execute Disable Bit. Enables or disables the Intel(R) SpeedStep feature. Fixed to "Disabled" if the processor does not support this feature. Enables or disables the Intel(R) Turbo Boost Technology. Displayed only when the CPU supports this feature. Enables or disables the C1 Enhanced Mode. Specifies the ACPI state to which the C3 state of the processor is mapped. Enables or disables the Intel(R) virtualization technology.

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Advanced

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Boot-time Diagnostic Screen

Reset Configuration Data [No]

NumLock On

Memory Error [Boot]

[ ]: Factory-set

Enabled [Disabled]

Yes

[Off]

Halt

When enabled, the BIOS will display the POST progress. When disabled, the BIOS will display the NEC logo during POST. Cannot be disabled during console redirection.

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

Enables or disables Numlock feature at system startup.

This option is used to specify whether the system stops at the end of POST when a memory error has been detected during POST. This option is enabled when [POST Error Pause] on the [Server] menu is set to [Enabled]. If there is no usable memory in the system, the system will stop at the end of POST even if [Boot] is specified for this option.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to take a note of boot priority before selecting

"Yes" for [Reset Configuration Data], because the information on boot device will be cleared. Select [Exit Saving Changes] to restart the system, run BIOS SETUP utility, and provide settings for boot device order again.

Configuring Your Server 4-13

Memory Configuration

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Installed memory –

Available under 4GB

DIMM1-4 Status Normal

Memory Retest Yes

Extended RAM Step

[ ]: Factory-set

–

Disabled Not installed Error

[No]

1MB [Disabled]

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

Indicates the capacity of memory available in the area under 4GB. (View only)

Indicates the current memory status. "Normal" indicates the normal status, "Disabled" indicates a memory error, "Not installed" indicates no DIMM installed, and "Error" indicates the system is forcibly started with memory error. (View only).

Causes BIOS to retest all memory on the next boot. Automatically reset to "No" at the next boot.

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

PCI Configuration

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

PCI Slot 1-4 Option ROM

[ ]: Factory-set

[Enabled] Disabled

Displays the submenu to specify whether to enable or disable the BIOS on the device (board) connected to PCI slot. Set this item to "Enabled" when the RAID Controller or SCSI controller is connected with the hard disk drive which contains an OS. Set this item to "Disabled" when the LAN controller which contains ROM BIOS is used but the board does not provide network booting. Disabling Option ROM Scan saves memory consumption and time for startup.

IMPORTANT: If the RAID Controller, LAN board (network boot), or

SCSI controller is connected with the hard disk drive that does not contain an OS, set the parameter for "PCI Slot x Option ROM" (x: slot containing the PCI card) to "Disabled".

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PCI Device, Onboard VGA

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Onboard VGA Option ROM Scan

[ ]: Factory-set

[Auto] Force

Selects whether the option ROM of onboard video controller is executed automatically for forcedly. When [Auto] is selected, the ROM of the VGA card is preferentially scanned.

PCI Device, Onboard Lan

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

LAN Controller Disabled

[Enabled] LAN Option ROM Scan [ ]: Factory-set

Disabled

[Enabled]

Enables or disables onboard LAN controller. Enables or disables an option ROM of onboard LAN controller.

Peripheral Configuration

IMPORTANT: Note that the interrupt and/or base I/O address are not

overlapped with others.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Serial Port A Disabled

[Enabled]

Base I/O address

Interrupt IRQ 3

Serial Port B Disabled

Base I/O address

Interrupt [IRQ 3]

SATA RAID Enable

[ ]: Factory-set

[3F8h]

2F8h

3E8h

2E8h

[IRQ 4]

[Enabled]

3F8h

[2F8h]

3E8h

2E8h

IRQ 4

[Disabled]

Enabled

Selects whether serial port A is enabled or disabled. Selects the base I/O address for serial port A.

Selects the interrupt for a serial port A.

Selects whether serial port B is enabled or disabled. Selects the base I/O address for serial port B.

Selects the interrupt for a serial port B.

Indicates whether the RAID disk drives that uses the onboard SATA is enabled or disabled. (View only) To enable or disable the RAID system, use the jumper switch on mother board.

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Advanced Chipset Control

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Multimedia Timer Disabled

[Enabled]

Intel(R) VT-d Disabled

[Enabled]

Wake On LAN/PME

Wake On Ring [Disabled]

Wake On RTC Alarm

[ ]: Factory-set

Disabled [Enabled]

Enabled

[Disabled] Enabled

Specify whether the system supports the multimedia timer feature.

Specify whether the Intel(R) Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O feature is enabled or disabled. This item appears only when the processor supports this feature.

Specify whether the remote power-on function through a network is enabled or disabled.

Specify whether the remote power-on function through a serial port (modem) is enabled or disabled.

Specify whether the remote power-on function that uses the RTC alarm feature is enabled or disabled. Set this option to [Enabled] to shift from standby mode to sleep mode after a specified time has elapsed by using the OS power control function.

IMPORTANT: If the AC power is turned off while the Wake On Ring

feature is enabled, this feature is disabled at the next system boot after AC power-on. You need to press the Power switch to boot the system. If the AC power is turned off, Wake On Ring feature on power management chip is disabled until the next DC power-on.

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Security

Press Enter on "Set Supervisor Password" or "Set User Password," to display the password entry screen.

Enter the passwords on the dialog box.

IMPORTANT:

 User password can be set only when Supervisor password is already

set.

 Set the passwords only after OS is installed.

 If you forget the passwords, contact your service representative.

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

User Password Is Supervisor Password Is Set Supervisor Password

Set User Password

Password on boot

Fixed disk boot sector

Disable USB Port

[ ]: Factory-set

Clear Set Clear Set Up to eight alphanumerics

Up to eight alphanumerics

[Disabled] Enabled

[Normal] Write Protect

[Disabled] Front Rear Internal Front + Rear Front + Internal Rear + Internal Front + Rear + Internal

Indicates the user password setting status. Indicates the supervisor password setting status. Press Enter to display the supervisor password entry screen. This password enables all the SETUP menus to be accessed. This setting can be done only on login with the password input of "Supervisor" at start of SETUP. Press Enter to display the user password entry screen. For this password, accessing to the SETUP menu is restricted. This setting can be done only on login with the password input of "Supervisor" at start of SETUP. Specify whether the passwords are entered or not on booting. At first, the supervisor password must be set. If the supervisor password is set and this option is disabled, BIOS determines that a user is booting. Specify whether to permit writing into boot sector of the IDE hard disk drive or not. The server does not support IDE hard disk drive. Select the USB port to be disabled or enabled.

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Server

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

FRB-2 Policy Disable FRB2 Timer

[Retry 3 Times] Always Reset

Boot Monitoring [Disabled]

5 Minutes 10 minutes 15 minutes 20 minutes 25 minutes 30 minutes 35 minutes 40 minutes 45 minutes 50 minutes 55 minutes 60 minutes

Boot Monitoring Policy

Post Error Pause

AC-LINK Stay Off

Fan control Mode

[ ]: Factory-set

[Retry 3 Times] Always Reset

Disabled [Enabled]

[Last State] Power On [Normal] Low

Specify the operation of the processor when FRB level 2 error occurred in BSP.

Specify whether to enable or disable the boot monitoring function on booting, or select the time limit for timeout.

Specify the processing at the occurrence of timeout during boot monitoring. If [Retry 3 times] is selected, the system is reset after the occurrence of timeout and OS boot is retried up to three times. If [Always Reset] is selected, the system is reset after the occurrence of timeout and OS boot is retried repeatedly.

Specify whether to stop the POST once at the end of POST if an error occurs during the POST.

Specify the state of power when the AC power to the server is turn off once and then on.

If the silent mode available on the system, specifying [Low] lets the system enter into the silent mode where rotation of fans are controlled.

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The table below shows the operation when the AC power to the server is turn off once and then on again, depending on the setting of "AC LINK."

System status before AC power off

Operating Off On On Aborting (DC power being off also) Off Off On Forced shutdown Off Off Off

* Press the POWER/SLEEP switch continuously for four seconds or longer. This forcibly

turns off the power. After this operation, the system does not turn on the power even though the AC-LINK setting is set to Power On.

Setting of AC LINK Stay Off Last State Power On

IMPORTANT:

 To power on the server from the UPS (Uninterruptible Power

Supply), select [Server] - [AC Link] - [Power On].

 If the server is connected to the UPS, set at least 10 seconds delay in

the power-on schedule.

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System Management

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

BIOS Version –

Board Part Number –

Board Serial Number –

System Part Number –

System Serial Number –

Chassis Part Number –

Chassis Serial Number –

Onboard LAN MAC Address

GBIA Module Version –

[ ]: Factory-set

–

Displays the current BIOS version. (View only)

Displays the part number of mother board. (View only)

Displays the serial number of mother board. (View only)

Displays the part number of the system. (View only)

Displays the serial number of the system. (View only)

Displays the part number of the chassis. (View only)

Displays the serial number of the chassis. (View only)

Displays the MAC address of the onboard LAN port 1. (View only)

Displays the current GBIA version. (View only)

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Console Redirection

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Console Redirection

Baud Rate 9600

Flow Control None

Terminal Type PC ANSI

Continue Redirection after POST

Remote Console Reset

[ ]: Factory-set

[Disabled]

Serial Port A

Serial Port B

[19.2K]

38.4K

57.6K

115.2K

Xon/Xoff

[CTS/RTS]

[VT100+]

VT-UTF8

Disabled

[Enabled]

[Disabled]

Enabled

Specify the address/interrupt of the serial port to which a remote console is connected.

Specify the baud rate used for the interface with the remote console connected.

Specify the flow control method.

Specify the type of remote console.

Specify whether to continue console redirection feature after completion of POST.

Specify whether to enable or disable resetting by Escape command (Esc R) sent from the remote console. If the server is connected with the management PC that uses NEC ESMPRO Manager, this option is always enabled even if "Disabled" is specified here.

DMI Event Logging

Option Parameter Description Your Setting

Event log validity –

Event log capability

View DMI event log

Event logging [Enabled]

Clear all DMI event logs

[ ]: Factory-set

–

Disabled

[No]

Yes

Displays the status of event logs stored in the system.

Displays the free space for storing event logs.

Press Enter to display the event logs stored in the system. See Chapter 8 “Troubleshooting” for the meanings of the event logs and the recommended action to take.

Specify whether to store the event log or not.

When set to [Yes] and reboot the system, the stored event logs are cleared.

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Boot

If you move the cursor to the position of "Boot," the Boot menu appears, which is used to set the boot priority.

Indication Device

USB CDROM USB CD-ROM drive IDE CD ATAPI CD-ROM USB FDC Flash FDD or USB FDD USB KEY USB flash memory device IDE HDD IDE hard disk drives PCI SCSI

USB HDD USB hard disk drive PCI BEV IBA GE Slot xxxx: Onboard LAN

Internal hard disk drives installed in your system ("Software RAID" is displayed in the RAID configuration.)

Other indication: Optional PCI board.

1. When BIOS detects a bootable device, it displays the information on the device in the

relevant indication.

To boot the server from a desired device, the device must be registered as a boot device. (Up to eight boot devices can be registered.)

2. Pressing X after selecting a device allows the selected device to be registered as a boot

device or deleted from the registration.

With eight boot devices being registered, any other device cannot be registered as a boot device even if you press X. To register a device as a boot device newly, first delete the registration of a device registered as a boot device but not booted any more.

3. You can change the boot priority (first to eighth) of each device by using ↑, ↓, + and/or –.

To change the priority of a device, move the cursor to the device by using the ↑ or ↓, and press + or –.

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Exit

The options on the menu are described below.

Exit Saving Changes

Exit after writing all modified BIOS SETUP item values to CMOS.

Exit Discarding Changes

Exit leaving CMOS unmodified. User is prompted if any of the setup fields were modified.

Load Setup Defaults

Load default values for all BIOS SETUP items.

Discard Changes

Read the previous values of the all BIOS SETUP items from CMOS.

Save Changes

Write all BIOS SETUP item values to CMOS.

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RAID SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

This section describes how to use the internal hard disk drives as RAID System by Onboard RAID Controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID™).

About the optional RAID Controller (N8103-109/116A/117A), refer to the documents provided with optional RAID Controller.

IMPORTANT: When Onboard RAID Controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID™) or Optional RAID Controller (N8103-109/116A/117A) is used, do not let the system enter hibernation or standby mode.

RAID

Overview of RAID System

What is RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks)?

RAID is an abbreviation for "Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks". The RAID technology allows more than one hard disk drive (HDD) to be handled collectively.

In actual, RAID can configure more than one HDDs as a single disk array (disk group) to operate the HDDs effectively. This can bring higher performance than a single HDD of a large capacity.

The Onboard RAID Controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID™) has a feature to divide a single disk group into several logical drives (virtual disks). Operating system recognizes these logical drives as if it were a single hard disk drive. Operating system accesses to more than one hard disk drive configuring a disk group in parallel.

Some RAID levels can recover data from remaining data and parity by using rebuild feature if an error occurs in a single HDD. This can provide high reliability for the system.

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RAID Levels

The record mode enabling the RAID feature includes several levels. Among the levels, the Onboard RAID Controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID™) supports RAID levels 0, 1, and 10. The number of hard disk drives required to create a disk group varies depending on the RAID level as shown in the table below.

RAID level

RAID 0 1 4 RAID 1 2 2 RAID 10 4 4

Number of required HDDs Min. Max.

NOTE: For details of the RAID levels, see "RAID Levels" described

later in this chapter.

Disk Group

A disk group is configured with more than one HDDs. The allowable number of disk groups is equal to the number of HDDs.

The figure below shows a sample configuration. The three HDDs are connected to the Onboard RAID Controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID™), creating one disk group (DG).

RAID Controller

Disk Group 0: 160 GB

HDD 1

(80 GB)

HDD 2

(80 GB)

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Virtual Disk

Virtual disk is a logical drive defined in disk group. It is recognized as a physical drive by OS. The allowable number of virtual disks is up to 8 per disk group, or up to 8 per controller.

The figure below shows a sample configuration in which the Onboard RAID Controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID™) is connected with two HDDs, creating one Disk Group. Two RAID1 virtual disks (VD) are defined in the Disk Group.

RAID Controller

DG0 160 GB

VD0-1

50GB

VD1-1

30GB

HDD 1

(80 GB)

VD0-2

50GB

VD1-2

30GB

HDD 2

(80 GB)

VD0 (RAID1) 50 GB

VD1 (RAID1) 30 GB

Hot-Spare

The hot-spare is prepared as an auxiliary HDD substituting for a defected HDD included in a disk group which is configured at a redundant RAID level. Detecting a HDD fault, the system disconnects the HDD (or makes it offline) and starts rebuild using the hot-spare.

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RAID Levels

This section describes RAID levels that the Onboard RAID Controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID™) supports. The available RAID levels are RAID0, RAID1, and RAID10 (striping of RAID1).

Characteristics of RAID Levels

The table below lists the characteristics of the RAID levels.

Level Function Redundancy Characteristics

RAID0 Striping No • Data read/write at the highest rate

• Largest capacity

• Capacity: (capacity of single HDD) ×

(number of HDDs)

RAID1 Mirroring Yes • Two HDDs required

• Capacity: capacity of single HDD

RAID10 Striping of RAID1 Yes • Four or more HDDs required

• Capacity: (capacity of single HDD) ×

((number of HDDs) / 2)

RAID0

In RAID0, data to be recorded is distributed to HDDs. The mode is called "striping".

In the figure below, data is recorded in stripe 1 (disk 1), stripe 2 (disk 2), and stripe 3 (disk 3)… in the order. Because RAID0 allows all HDDs to be accessed collectively, it can provide the best disk access performance.

IMPORTANT: RAID0 cannot have data redundancy. If a HDD is

defected, the data saved in the HDD cannot be recovered.

RAID Controller

HDD 1 HDD 2

Stripe 1

Stripe 4

Stri pe 2

Stri pe 5

HDD 3

Stri pe 3

Stri pe 6

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RAID1

In the RAID1 level, data saved in a HDD is written to another HDD without change. The mode is called "mirroring".

When data is written onto a single HDD, the same data is written onto another HDD. If either of the HDDs is defected, the other HDD containing the same data can substitute for the defected HDD. Thus the system can continue to operate without interruption.

RAID Controller

HDD 1 HDD 2

Stripe 1

Stripe 2

Stripe 1

Stripe 2

RAID10

Data to be recorded is distributed to two HDDs in mirroring mode. Then, each mirrored data is written onto HDD by striping. Owing to this feature, high disk access performance of RAID0 and, in addition, high reliability of RAID1 can be achieved.

RAID Controller

HDD 1 HDD 2

Stri pe 1

Stri pe 3

Stri pe 5 Stripe 5 St rip e 6

RAID1 RAID1

Stripe 1

Stripe 3

HDD 3

Stripe 2

Stripe 4

HDD 4

Stripe 2

Stripe 4

Stripe 6

RAID0

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Configuration by Onboard RAID Controller

This section describes how to use the internal hard disk drives as RAID System by Onboard RAID Controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID™).

Installing the Hard Disk Drives

Install the required number of hard disk drives for the desired RAID level to your server. See Chapter 9 for installation procedure.

IMPORTANT: Use hard disk drives of the same revolution. In

addition, use two hard disk drives of the same capacity if you are going to configure RAID1.

Enabling RAID Feature

To configure a hard disk drive as RAID System, change the RAID System configuration jumper switch on mother board.

WARNING

Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages 1-3 to 1-8 for details.

 Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.  Do not remove the lithium battery.

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.

 Make sure to complete board installation.  Do not install the server on a rack with leaving covers removed.  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.

CAUTION

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1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" as described in Chapter 9 of this

guide to prepare.

2. Remove the side cover (see Chapter 9).

3. Locate the position of the RAID configuration jumper on the mother board as shown

below.

Mother board

NOTES:

RAID configuration jumper switch

(SWRAID)

non-RAID

RAID

 The factory setting of the RAID configuration jumper switch

depends on your order.

 If you are using an Optional RAID Controller, set the RAID

configuration jumper switch to the position "non-RAID".

4. Install the side cover removed in Step 2.

Then, configure the RAID system by using the LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility.

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Setup Utility

This section describes the RAID configuration tool, LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility.

Running LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility

When the following screen appears after you have powered on the server, press Esc.

The POST screen appears.

2. Check the description as shown below on the POST screen, then press Ctrl + M.

LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility starts.

LSI SoftwareRAID BIOS Version xxxxxx LSI MPT RAID Found at PCI Bus No:xx Bev No:xx Scanning for port 00 Responding xxxxxxxx xxxxMB Standard FW xxx DRAM=128MB(SDRAM) xx Logical drive(s) Configured Press <Ctrl><M> to Run LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility

NOTE: At least one hard disk drive must be connected to launch the

LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility.

LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility TOP Menu (Management Menu)

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Quitting LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility

To quit the utility, press Esc in the TOP menu of LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility.

When a confirmation message appears, select [Yes].

When the above message appears, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete.

The server is rebooted.

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Menu Tree

+: Selection/execution parameter : Setting parameter. •: Information display >: Can be set (modified) after creation of virtual drive

Menu Description

+Configure Performs Configuration settings

+Easy Configuration Set configuration (Using fixed value) +New Configuration Set new configuration +View/Add Configuration Additional setting / viewing configuration +Clear Configuration Clear configuration

+Select Boot Drive Chose Bootable Virtual Drive +Initialize Initialize virtual drive +Objects Various settings

+Adapter Set RAID Controller

+Sel. Adapter Clear configuration

Rebuild Rate 30 Chk Const Rate 30 FGI Rate 30 BGI Rate 30 Disk WC Off Read Ahead On Bios State Enable Cont on Error Yes Fast Init Enable Auto Rebuild On Auto Resume Enable Disk Coercion 1GB Factory Default

+Virtual Drive Virtual drive operation +Virtual Drives Select virtual drive (when multiple virtual drives exist) +Initialize Initialize virtual drive +Check Consistency Check virtual drive redundancy +View/Update Parameters Display virtual drive information

• RAID Display RAID level

• SIZE Display virtual drive capacity

• Stripe SIZE Display stripe size

• #Stripes Display the number of hard disk drives in virtual drive

• State Display virtual drive status

• Spans

• Disk WC Off: Write through

• Read Ahead

+Physical Drive Physical drive operation

+Physical Drive Selection Menu Select physical drive +Make HotSpare Set as hot-spare disk for auto rebuilding +Force Online Make a disk online +Force Offline Make a disk offline +Drive Properties Display hard disk drive information

• Device Type Hard disk drive type

• Capacity Hard disk drive capacity

• Product ID Hard disk drive model

• Revision No. Hard disk drive revision +Rebuild Perform rebuilding +Check Consistency Perform virtual drive redundancy check

On: Write back

Operating Procedures for Configuration Utility

Creating/Adding Configuration

Run LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility

Set new configuration information (pack/virtual drive settings)

Check the virtual drive settings

Initialize virtual drive

Perform Consistency Check

Exit LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility

1. Run LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility.

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2. Select "Configure" → "New Configuration" from the TOP menu (Management Menu).

Select "View/add Configuration" to add configuration.

IMPORTANT:

 Creating a configuration using "New Configuration" menu clears

the existing configuration information. To add configuration information to the existing configuration, select "View/add Configuration."

 You cannot create Striping of RAID1 or set the virtual drive

capacity on "Easy Configuration" menu. Use "New Configuration" or "View/Add Configuration" instead.

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3. When a confirmation message (Proceed?) is displayed, select "Yes."

The SCAN DEVICE starts (scanning information is displayed at the bottom of the screen). Upon completion of SCAN DEVICE, the "New Configuration - ARRAY SELECTION MENU" screen appears.

4. Move the cursor onto the hard disk drive to be packed by using cursor key and then press

Space to select the hard disk drive.

The display for the selected hard disk drive changes from READY to ONLINE.

5. Press F10 to set "Select Configurable Array(s)".

6. Press Space.

SPAN-1 is set.

NEC Express5800-GT110b User's Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY INDICATIONS

PREFACE

ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE

IN THE PACKAGE

CONTENTS

Notes on Using Your Server

WARNING LABELS

SAFETY NOTES

General

Power Supply and Power Cord Use

Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection

Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices

During Operation

FOR PROPER OPERATION

TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY

DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES

REGARDING THE TRANSPORTATION OF THIS SYSTEM

USER SUPPORT

USE OF THE TERM “OPTICAL DISK DRIVE”

USE OF THE TERM “HARD DISK DRIVE”

General Description

OVERVIEW

SYSTEM CHASSIS

Front View

Rear View

Internal View

Mother Board

STANDARD FEATURES

Remote Power-On Feature (Wake On LAN)

AC LINK Feature

Security

Running the Server with the Fan Set to Low-speed Mode (Silent Mode)

NEC EXPRESSBUILDER

NEC ESMPRO

Maintenance Tools

System Diagnostic Utility

USING YOUR SERVER

POWER/SLEEP Switch

Power Off

SLEEP Switch

Optical Disk Drive

Flash FDD

Setting Up Your Server

SETUP FLOW

UNPACKING THE SYSTEM

INSTALLING OPTIONAL DEVICES

SELECTING SERVER SITE

CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES

CONNECTING POWER CORD

TURNING ON THE SERVER

INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEM

INSTALLING UTILITIES

MAKING BACKUP COPIES OF SYSTEM INFORMATION

Configuring Your Server

SYSTEM BIOS (BIOS SETUP UTILITY)

Starting SETUP Utility

Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage

Configuration Examples

Menu and Parameter Descriptions

RAID SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

RAID

Configuration by Onboard RAID Controller

Setup Utility