NEC Express5800-R120b-2 User's Guide

N8100-1644F/1645F/1646F/1647F/1648F/1649F N8100-1650F/1651F/1652F/1653F

NEC Express5800/R120b-2

User's Guide

2nd Edition

7-2010

ONL-510_017_02_R120b2-100-00-1007

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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

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

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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

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

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

Symbol to draw attention

CAUTION

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

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 a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate preventive measures (EN55022).

BSMI Statement

Notes:

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accessible to the general population, and the thumbscrews should be tightened with a tool after both initial installation and subsequent access to the panel.

(8) This equipment intended for installation in restricted access location.

- access can only be gained by SERVICE PERSONS or by USERS who have been instructed about the reasons for the restrictions applied to the location and about any precautions that shall be taken; and

- access is through the use of a TOOL or lock and key, or other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.

Warning: Remove all power supply cords before service.

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Momentary voltage drop prevention:

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

PREFACE

Congratulations on your purchase of 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-ROM.

Chapter 7 Maintenance

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

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

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

Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server

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

Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagram

includes cabling information for the SAS/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 and I/O Port Address

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

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 2003 x64 Editions. 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 Accessing Power and Performance Data

describes how to collect the power and performance data, including power consumption, inlet air temperature, and processor utilization of NEC Express server.

Appendix J 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 packing list 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 DVD/CD-ROM may alter your system environment. If you

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

CONTENTS

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

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

In the Package.................................................................................................................................iv

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

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

External View...........................................................................................................................1-2

Internal View............................................................................................................................1-4

Safety Notes..................................................................................................................................1-6

General .....................................................................................................................................1-6

Rack .........................................................................................................................................1-8

Power Supply and Power Cord Use .........................................................................................1-9

Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection..................................................................1-10

Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices.........................................................................1-12

During Operation ...................................................................................................................1-13

For Proper Operation..................................................................................................................1-14

Transfer to Third Party................................................................................................................1-15

Disposal and Consumables.........................................................................................................1-16

Regarding the Transportation of this System..............................................................................1-16

User Support...............................................................................................................................1-17

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

Overview ......................................................................................................................................2-1

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

Names and Functions of Parts ......................................................................................................2-3

Front View with Front Bezel Closed........................................................................................2-3

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

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

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

Motherboard ...............................................................................................................................2-10

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

Peripheral Bays ......................................................................................................................2-12

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

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

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

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

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

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

Remote Management..............................................................................................................2-15

Using Your Server.......................................................................................................................2-16

Installing or Removing the Front Bezel .................................................................................2-16

POWER Switch......................................................................................................................2-18

Power Off...............................................................................................................................2-22

Identification of Servers ~ UID Switch ~...................................................................................2-23

Optical Disk Drive......................................................................................................................2-24

Flash FDD ..............................................................................................................................2-27

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

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

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

Installing the Server......................................................................................................................3-5

Installation................................................................................................................................3-6

Removal .................................................................................................................................3-14

Connecting Peripheral Devices...................................................................................................3-18

Connecting Power Cord..............................................................................................................3-20

Turning On the Server ................................................................................................................3-22

Installing Operating System .......................................................................................................3-24

Installing Utilities .......................................................................................................................3-24

Making Backup Copies of System Information..........................................................................3-24

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

System BIOS (SETUP).................................................................................................................4-2

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

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

Menu and Parameter Descriptions ...........................................................................................4-5

Configuring Motherboard Jumpers.............................................................................................4-37

Interrupt Lines ............................................................................................................................4-39

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 .................................................................................................5-28

BitLocker................................................................................................................................5-28

Windows Server 2008.................................................................................................................5-29

Notes on Windows Installation...............................................................................................5-29

Flow of Setup .........................................................................................................................5-36

Installing the Windows Server 2008.......................................................................................5-37

Installing and Setting Device Drivers.....................................................................................5-51

Windows Server 2003.................................................................................................................5-60

Notes on Windows Installation...............................................................................................5-60

Flow of Setup..............................................................................................................................5-65

Installing Windows Server 2003.................................................................................................5-66

Installing and Setting Device Drivers.........................................................................................5-76

LAN Driver and PROSet........................................................................................................5-76

LAN Driver Setting................................................................................................................5-78

Setup Team.............................................................................................................................5-81

LAN Board Driver(N8104-111/112/119/120/121/122/125A/126) .........................................5-84

LAN Board Driver (N8104-123A).........................................................................................5-84

Graphics Accelerator Driver...................................................................................................5-85

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95/107)...........................................................5-85

Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) ...................................................................5-85

The procedure to set PAE option............................................................................................5-86

Setting for Solving Problems .................................................................................................5-87

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Setting for Solving Problems......................................................................................................5-88

Memory Dump (Debug Information).....................................................................................5-88

How to Create a User-mode Process Dump File....................................................................5-95

Network Monitor....................................................................................................................5-98

Re-installing the Operation System if Multiple Logical Drives Exist..................................5-100

Installing Maintenance Utilities................................................................................................5-102

Updating the System.................................................................................................................5-102

Making Backup Copies of System Information........................................................................5-103

Installing with the OEM-Disk for Mass Storage Device......................................................5-104

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

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

Autorun Menu ..........................................................................................................................6-7

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

Parameter File ..........................................................................................................................6-9

NEC ESMPRO ...........................................................................................................................6-22

Functions and Features...........................................................................................................6-22

NEC ESMPRO Agent Extension................................................................................................6-22

NEC ExpressUpdate Agent.........................................................................................................6-23

Universal RAID Utility...............................................................................................................6-24

Setup with Express Setup.......................................................................................................6-24

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

Creating Logical Drive of RAID 6.........................................................................................6-26

NEC Product Info Collection Utility ..........................................................................................6-27

Installation..............................................................................................................................6-27

Using Utility...........................................................................................................................6-28

Uninstallation .........................................................................................................................6-28

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

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

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

Cleaning the Server ..................................................................................................................7-2

Cleaning the Interior.................................................................................................................7-3

Cleaning the Keyboard/Mouse.................................................................................................7-4

Cleaning Disc ...........................................................................................................................7-5

System Diagnostics.......................................................................................................................7-6

Test Items.................................................................................................................................7-6

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

Notes on Using Power Control Feature..................................................................................7-10

Relocating/Storing The Server....................................................................................................7-12

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

System viewers.............................................................................................................................8-2

Status Indicators............................................................................................................................8-3

POWER LED ( ) .................................................................................................................8-3

STATUS LED ( ).................................................................................................................8-3

ACT LED ( ) ......................................................................................................................8-5

DISK ACCESS LED ( ).........................................................................................................8-5

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UID LED (ID)..........................................................................................................................8-5

Hard Disk Drive LED ..............................................................................................................8-6

LAN Connector LEDs..............................................................................................................8-8

AC POWER LEDs...................................................................................................................8-9

Error Messages ...........................................................................................................................8-10

POST Error Messages ............................................................................................................8-10

Messages displayed by RAID Controller during POST.........................................................8-18

Beep Codes.............................................................................................................................8-22

Error messages on virtual LCD..............................................................................................8-23

Solving Problems........................................................................................................................8-26

Problems with NEC Express Server.......................................................................................8-26

Problems with Windows.........................................................................................................8-31

Problems with RAID System Configuration..........................................................................8-40

Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ............................................................................8-42

Problems with Express Setup.................................................................................................8-44

Problems with Parameter File Creator ...................................................................................8-45

Problems with N8190-127/131/153/154 FibreChannel Controller ........................................8-46

Problems with Autorun Menu ................................................................................................8-47

Collecting Event Log .............................................................................................................8-48

Collect Configuration Information.........................................................................................8-49

Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information ......................................................................8-49

Memory Dump.......................................................................................................................8-49

Recovery for Windows System...................................................................................................8-50

Maintenance Tools......................................................................................................................8-51

Starting Maintenance Tools....................................................................................................8-51

Function of Maintenance Tools..............................................................................................8-54

Maintenance Tools with Remote Console ..............................................................................8-56

Resetting the Server....................................................................................................................8-58

Forced Shutdown........................................................................................................................8-59

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

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

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

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

Attachment and post-attachment checks.......................................................................................9-6

Hard Disk Drive............................................................................................................................9-7

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

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-16

Notes on Replacing Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System..................................................9-19

Power Supply Unit......................................................................................................................9-20

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-20

Replacing a Failed Power Supply Unit ..................................................................................9-23

Drive Cover ................................................................................................................................9-25

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-25

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-25

Logic Cover ................................................................................................................................9-26

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-26

Attachment .............................................................................................................................9-26

DIMM.........................................................................................................................................9-27

Installation Order....................................................................................................................9-28

Memory Clock .......................................................................................................................9-29

Memory RAS Feature ............................................................................................................9-30

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-31

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-34

Using the Memory RAS Features ..........................................................................................9-35

Processor (CPU) .........................................................................................................................9-42

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-43

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-50

PCI Card .....................................................................................................................................9-51

Notes ......................................................................................................................................9-53

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-55

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-59

Installing RAID Controller.....................................................................................................9-59

Installing Additional Battery for RAID Controller.................................................................9-62

Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System..............................................................9-68

Backup Devices ..........................................................................................................................9-71

Installing a SCSI interface device ..........................................................................................9-72

Installing a USB interface device...........................................................................................9-75

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-78

Backup Fans ...............................................................................................................................9-78

Installation..............................................................................................................................9-79

Removal .................................................................................................................................9-80

Optical Disk Drive......................................................................................................................9-82

Installation Procedure.............................................................................................................9-82

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

2.5-inch HDD model...............................................................................................................A-1

3.5-inch HDD model...............................................................................................................A-3

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-5

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

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

Windows Server 2008 R2 Clean Installation...........................................................................D-7

Procedure for License Authentication ...................................................................................D-17

Updating the System .............................................................................................................D-17

Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................D-20

LAN Driver and PROSet.......................................................................................................D-20

Graphics Accelerator Driver..................................................................................................D-21

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/107)............................................................... D-21

Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) ..................................................................D-21

Installing Fibre Channel Controller Driver (N8190-127/131/153/154).................................D-21

About Windows Activation ...................................................................................................D-22

Setting for Solving Problems.....................................................................................................D-26

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-6

Installing Windows Server 2008..................................................................................................E-7

Preparations for Installation .................................................................................................... E-7

Windows Server 2008 Clean Installation ................................................................................ E-8

Procedure for License Authentication ................................................................................... E-18

Updating the System .............................................................................................................E-18

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

LAN Driver and PROSet....................................................................................................... E-21

Graphics Accelerator Driver.................................................................................................. E-21

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

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

Installing Fibre Channel Controller Driver (N8190-127/131/153/154)................................. E-22

About Windows Activation ................................................................................................... E-23

The procedure to set PAE option........................................................................................... E-28

Setting for Solving Problems..................................................................................................... E-29

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-5

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

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

Updating the System - Applying Service Pack - ....................................................................F-11

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

LAN Driver and PROSet....................................................................................................... F-18

LAN Driver Setting............................................................................................................... F-20

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

LAN Board Driver (N8104-111/112/119/120/121/122/125A/126)....................................... F-26

LAN Board Driver (N8104-123A)........................................................................................ F-26

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-30

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-3

Floppy Disk Drive...................................................................................................................G-3

About the Upgrade to Windows Server 2003 R2 ....................................................................G-3

About the System Partition Size..............................................................................................G-4

Installing Windows Server 2003..................................................................................................G-6

Creating "Windows Server 2003 OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER"................................ G-6

Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation ................................................................................ G-9

Procedure for License Authentication ...................................................................................G-13

Updating the System - Applying Service Pack - ...................................................................G-14

Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................G-20

LAN Driver and PROSet.......................................................................................................G-20

Graphics Accelerator Driver..................................................................................................G-20

Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95/107).......................................................... G-21

Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) ..................................................................G-21

About Windows Activation ...................................................................................................G-22

The procedure to set PAE option........................................................................................... G-24

Setting for Solving Problems.....................................................................................................G-25

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

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Appendix I Accessing Power and Performance Data ................................................. I-1

Power Consumption ..................................................................................................................... I-1

Inlet Air Temperature.................................................................................................................... I-3

Processor Utilization..................................................................................................................... I-8

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

Hardware.................................................................................................................................. J-1

Software ................................................................................................................................... J-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.

External View

2.5-inch disk model

3.5-inch disk model

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1-4 Notes on Using Your Server

Internal View

2.5-inch disk model

3.5-inch disk model

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1-6 Notes on Using Your Server

SAFETY NOTES

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

For part names described in the safety instruction chapter in this guide, see Chapter 2.

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 optical disk drive. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

Do not use the server in any unapproved place.

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

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

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

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CAUTION

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.

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Rack

CAUTION

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

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

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

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

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

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

Insert hinges completely.

When installing the rack door, make sure that hinge pins at top and bottom of the door are completely inserted into the rack. Failure to follow this instruction may cause the door to fall to be broken and/or to result in personal injury.

Anchor the equipment rack.

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

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

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

Do not provide the wiring for the server to exceed the rating of the power supply.

To prevent burns, fires, and device damages, the power supplied to the power supply in the rack shall not exceed the rating load of the power branch circuit. Contact your electric constructor or the local power company for the requirements on the wiring and installation of electric facilities.

Power Supply and Power Cord Use

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Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand.

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

Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

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

Plug in to a proper power source.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

 Do not bundle power cords.

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

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

power cord.

WARNING

CAUTION

 Do not alter, modify, or repair the

power cord.

 Do not secure the power cord with

staples or equivalents.

 Do not use any damaged power

cord. (Replace a damaged power cord with a new one of the same specifications. Ask your service representative for replacement.)

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Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection

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

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

WARNING

Never attempt to lift the server only by yourself.

The server weighs max. 21 kg (depending on its hardware configuration). Carrying the server only by yourself may strain your back. Hold the server firmly by its bottom with another person to carry it. Do not hold the front door to lift the server. The front door may be disengaged from the server, causing personal injury.

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

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

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

Do not install the server in a place subject to corrosive gases.

Do not install the server in a place subject to corrosive gases (such as sodium chloride, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, chlorine, ammonia, or ozone) or a place where the air might contain elements that lead to corrosion (such as sulfur) or electrically conductive metals as this might cause the wiring on the printed wiring board to short-circuit, leading to fire.

Do not install the server on a rack with leaving covers removed.

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

Do not pinch your finger with rails or other components.

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

CAUTION

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CAUTION

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

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

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.

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Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices

WARNING

Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.

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

Do not remove the lithium battery.

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

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

Disconnect the power plug before cleaning the server.

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

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

Avoid installation in extreme temperature conditions.

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.

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

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

CAUTION

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