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User Guide
NovaScale R480 E1
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be determined by the customer and is not warranted by Bull.
rev 1.0 October 2007
Copyright 2007
NEC Computers S.A.S.
All Rights Reserved
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1 ...........................................................................................................................1-1
Notes on Using Your Server............................................................................................1-1
Warning Labels ............................................................................................................................1-2
Safety Notes.................................................................................................................................1-3
General.....................................................................................................................................1-3
Notes on Installing and Accessing the Rack Cabinet...............................................................1-4
Power Supply and Power Cord Use.........................................................................................1-5
Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection...................................................................1-6
Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices..........................................................................1-8
During Operation.....................................................................................................................1-9
For Proper Operation..................................................................................................................1-10
Third party Transfer................................................................................................................... 1-11
Consumables.............................................................................................................................. 1-12
Disposal of the Server................................................................................................................ 1-12
User Support...............................................................................................................................1-14
Chapter 2 ...........................................................................................................................2-1
General Description..........................................................................................................2-1
Overview......................................................................................................................................2-2
T op View..................................................................................................................................2-3
Front View...............................................................................................................................2-4
Front View (with Front Bezel Removed)................................................................................. 2-5
Front View (Switches and LEDs)............................................................................................ 2-6
Rear Vie w ................................................................................................................................2-7
Internal View............................................................................................................................2-8
Base Board...............................................................................................................................2-9
Memory Board.......................................................................................................................2-10
I/O Riser Board......................................................................................................................2-10
SAS Riser Board....................................................................................................................2-11
Standard Features.......................................................................................................................2-12
Power Supplies ......................................................................................................................2-13
Peripheral Bays......................................................................................................................2-13
Memory Mirroring Feature....................................................................................................2-14
System Cooling......................................................................................................................2-15
System Board Features ..........................................................................................................2-15
Security..................................................................................................................................2-18
EXPRESSBUILDER.............................................................................................................2-19
NEC ESMPRO ......................................................................................................................2-20
Maintenance T ools................................................................................................................. 2-20
System Diagnostic Utility......................................................................................................2-20
NEC DianaScope...................................................................................................................2-20
Using Y our Server......................................................................................................................2-21
Front Bezel.............................................................................................................................2-21
POWER/SLEEP Switch.........................................................................................................2-22
POST......................................................................................................................................2-23
Floppy Disk Drive .................................................................................................................2-26
CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive....................................................................................................2-26
Chapter 3 ...........................................................................................................................3-1
Setting Up Your Server.....................................................................................................3-1
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Setup Flow ...................................................................................................................................3-2
Selecting a Site.............................................................................................................................3-3
Installing or Removing the Server into/from the Rack............................................................3-6
Checking Components.............................................................................................................3-7
Required T o ols......................................................................................................................... 3-7
Installation Procedure..............................................................................................................3-8
Removal Procedure................................................................................................................ 3-15
Connecting Peripheral Devices.................................................................................................. 3-17
Connecting the Power Cord .......................................................................................................3-19
Turning On the Server................................................................................................................3-21
Installing the Operating System.................................................................................................3-23
Installing the Utilities.................................................................................................................3-23
Making Backup Copies of the System Information................................................................... 3-23
Chapter 4 ...........................................................................................................................4-1
Configuring Y our Server.................................................................................................. 4-1
System BIOS ~ SETUP ~.............................................................................................................4-1
Starting the SETUP Utility.......................................................................................................4-2
Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage.....................................................................4-3
Configuration Examples ..........................................................................................................4-4
Menus and Parameters Descriptions........................................................................................4-9
RAID System Configuration......................................................................................................4-35
RAID......................................................................................................................................4-35
Features of the Onboard RAID Controller (MegaRAID ROMB)..........................................4-41
Before Using WebBIOS.........................................................................................................4-46
Using W ebBIOS.....................................................................................................................4-48
Configuring a Virtual Disk.....................................................................................................4-59
Operation of the Various Features..........................................................................................4-75
WebBIOS and Universal RAID Utility..................................................................................4-84
Onboard RAID Controller Battery (MegaRAID ROMB)......................................................4-86
Configuring the Base Board Jumpers.........................................................................................4-87
Clearing CMOS Data............................................................................................................. 4-88
Clearing Password .................................................................................................................4-88
Chapter 5 ...........................................................................................................................5-1
Installing the Operating System with Express Setup...................................................5-1
About Express Setup....................................................................................................................5-2
Microsoft Windows Server 2003..................................................................................................5-3
Notes on the Windows Installation ..........................................................................................5-3
Setup Flow...............................................................................................................................5-6
Installing Windows Server 2003..............................................................................................5-7
Installing and Setting the Device Drivers.............................................................................. 5-15
Solving Problems Settings.....................................................................................................5-21
Installing Maintenance Utilities.............................................................................................5-24
Updating the System - Applying Service Pack -.................................................................... 5-24
Making Backup Copies of System Information.....................................................................5-24
Installing with the OEM-FD for Mass Storage Device.......................................................... 5-25
Chapter 6 ...........................................................................................................................6-1
Installing and Using Utilities............................................................................................6-1
EXPRESSBUILDER ...................................................................................................................6-2
Autorun Menu..........................................................................................................................6-4
Parameter File Creator .................................................................................................................6-5
Parameters File ........................................................................................................................6-5
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NEC ESMPRO........................................................................................................................... 6-15
Functions and Features ..........................................................................................................6-15
NEC DianaScope........................................................................................................................6-16
Universal RAID Utility.............................................................................................................. 6-17
Setup with Express Setup.......................................................................................................6-17
Manual Setup.........................................................................................................................6-17
Using the Universal RAID Utility via the Network............................................................... 6-17
Chapter 7 ...........................................................................................................................7-1
Maintenance......................................................................................................................7-1
Making Backup Copies................................................................................................................7-1
Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................7-2
Cleaning the Server..................................................................................................................7-2
Cleaning the Inside ..................................................................................................................7-3
Cleaning the Keyboard/Mouse.................................................................................................7-4
Cleaning the Optical Disc Drive..............................................................................................7-5
Maintenance T ools.......................................................................................................................7-6
Starting Maintenance Tools......................................................................................................7-6
Function of Maintenance Tools................................................................................................7-8
Maintenance T ools with Remote Console................................................................................7-9
System Diagnostics.................................................................................................................... 7-10
Test Items...............................................................................................................................7-10
Startup and Exit of System Diagnostics.................................................................................7-10
Relocating/Storing the Server.....................................................................................................7-13
Chapter 8 ...........................................................................................................................8-1
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................8-1
System V iewers............................................................................................................................ 8-2
LED..............................................................................................................................................8-3
POWER/SLEEP LED.............................................................................................................. 8-3
STATUS LED ..........................................................................................................................8-4
DISK ACCESS LED................................................................................................................8-6
LAN ACCESS LED................................................................................................................. 8-6
UID LED .................................................................................................................................8-7
Power Unit LED ......................................................................................................................8-8
Fan Error LED......................................................................................................................... 8-9
Access LED ...........................................................................................................................8-10
Hard Disk Drive LED (DISK LED).......................................................................................8-11
LAN Connector LEDs ...........................................................................................................8-12
PCI Slot LEDs .......................................................................................................................8-13
Error Messages........................................................................................................................... 8-14
Error Messages after Power-on..............................................................................................8-14
POST Error Messages............................................................................................................8-15
Beep Codes............................................................................................................................ 8-26
Error Messages on the V irtual LCD.......................................................................................8-27
Solving Problems .......................................................................................................................8-40
Problems with the Server.......................................................................................................8-40
Problems with Windows........................................................................................................ 8-47
Problems with EXPRESSBUILDER.....................................................................................8-50
Problems with Express Setup.................................................................................................8-51
Error Message during RAID System Configuration.............................................................. 8-52
Error with the Battery of the Onboard RAID Controller (MegaRAID ROMB)....................8-53
Problems with Windows Autorun Menu................................................................................ 8-54
Collecting the Event Log............................................................................................................8-55
Collect the Configuration Information.......................................................................................8-56
Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information..........................................................................8-57
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Memory Dump...........................................................................................................................8-57
Preparing for Memory Dumping............................................................................................8-57
Saving the Dump File............................................................................................................8-58
Recovery for Windows Ser v er 2003 x64 Editions and Windows Server 2003 ..........................8-58
Remote Management Feature.....................................................................................................8-59
Changing the Management LAN Settings.............................................................................8-59
Resetting the Server ...................................................................................................................8-60
Forced Shutdown........................................................................................................................8-61
Chapter 9 ...........................................................................................................................9-1
Upgrading Y our Serv er.....................................................................................................9-1
Safety Notes.................................................................................................................................9-1
Anti-static Measures.....................................................................................................................9-2
Preparing for Installation and Removal........................................................................................9-2
Device Installation or Removal Procedure...................................................................................9-3
2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive.........................................................................................................9-3
Power Supply Unit...................................................................................................................9-8
Server ~ Pulling Out from the Rack Cabinet ~......................................................................9-10
Top Cover ..............................................................................................................................9-12
5-inch Device .........................................................................................................................9-14
PCI Board ..............................................................................................................................9-16
Memory Board.......................................................................................................................9-41
DIMM....................................................................................................................................9-45
Processor................................................................................................................................ 9-53
Appendix A........................................................................................................................A-1
Specifications ...................................................................................................................A-1
Appendix B........................................................................................................................B-1
Other Precautions.............................................................................................................B-1
Transfer Rate of the On-board LAN Controller...................................................................... B-1
Server Management Software................................................................................................. B-1
Floppy Disk............................................................................................................................. B-1
Using a Client Machine Which Has a CD Drive .................................................................... B-1
CD/DVD-ROM....................................................................................................................... B-2
Tape Media ............................................................................................................................. B-2
Keyboard................................................................................................................................. B-3
Mouse ..................................................................................................................................... B-3
Appendix C........................................................................................................................C-1
IRQ and I/O Port Address.................................................................................................C-1
Appendix D........................................................................................................................D-1
Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions................................................................D-1
Before Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions................................................................ D-1
Optional Boards Supported by EXPRESSBUILDER.............................................................D-1
Updating the System...............................................................................................................D-1
Re-installing to the Hard disk drive which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk................... D-1
MO Device..............................................................................................................................D-1
Media such as DAT.................................................................................................................D-1
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About the System Partition Size.............................................................................................D-2
Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions............................................................................ D-3
Creating "Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER"............ D-3
Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Clean Installation........................................................... D-5
Updating the System - Applying Service Pack -.....................................................................D-7
Driver Installation and Advanced Settings................................................................................ D-11
PROSet ................................................................................................................................. D-11
Network Driver.....................................................................................................................D-12
Optional Network Board Driver
(1000BASE-T 2ch/1000BASE-T 4ch/1000BASE-T/10GbE).............................................. D-13
Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB).......................................D-14
Graphics Accelerator Driver................................................................................................. D-15
Installing the Disk Array Controller Drive r (LSILOGIC MEGARAID SAS 8480E)...........D-15
Installing the SAS Controller Driver (LSISAS3443E-R)..................................................... D-15
About Windows Activation...................................................................................................D-16
Settings for the Memory Dump collection (Debug Information).............................................. D-18
Appendix E........................................................................................................................E-1
Installing Windows Server 2003......................................................................................E-1
Before Installing Windows Server 2003.......................................................................................E-1
Optional Boards Supported by EXPRESSBUILDER..............................................................E-1
Installing Service Pack.............................................................................................................E-1
Updating System......................................................................................................................E-1
Re-installing to the Hard disk drive which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk....................E-1
MO Device...............................................................................................................................E-2
Media such as DAT..................................................................................................................E-2
About the Upgrade to Windows Server 2003 R2.....................................................................E-2
About the System Partition Size..............................................................................................E-2
Installing Windows Server 2003..................................................................................................E-4
Creating "Windows Server 2003 OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER".................................E-4
Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation.................................................................................E-6
Updating the System - Applying Service Pack -......................................................................E-8
Driver Installation and Advanced Settings.................................................................................E-12
PROSet ..................................................................................................................................E-12
Network Driver......................................................................................................................E-13
Installing Disk Array Controller Driver (LSILOGIC MEGARAID SAS 8480E) .................E-14
Installing SAS Controller Driver (LSISAS3443E-R)............................................................E-14
About Windows Activation....................................................................................................E-15
Available Switch Options for Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini file.........................................E-17
Settings for the Memory Dump collection (Debug Information)...............................................E-18
Appendix F ........................................................................................................................F-1
Product Configuration Record Table..............................................................................F-1
Hardware..................................................................................................................................F-1
Software...................................................................................................................................F-4
Preface........................................................................................................................................ 0-12
About This User's Guide ............................................................................................................0-13
In the Package............................................................................................................................ 0-14
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Keep this User’s Guide at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary.
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Follow the instructions in this User’s Guide for your safety to use the server.
The server contains components with possible danger and hazards that may caused by ignoring warnings. Preventive
actions can be taken against such hazards.
Server components potentially dangerous are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them, and described in
this User’s Guide.
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WARNING
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may result in death or serious
personal injury.
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Indicates the presence of a hazard that may cause minor personal injury,
including burns, or property damage.
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are defined as follows:
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An image in the symbol illustrates the hazard type. (Attention)
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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)
Symbol to draw attention
Term indicating a degree of danger
CAUTION
High temperature.
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.
Symbol indicating a prohibited
action (may not always be
indicated)
Description of a danger
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SYMBOLS USED IN THIS USER'S GUIDE AND WARNING LABELS
Attentions
Indicates that improper use may cause an electric shock.
Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury.
Indicates that improper use may cause fingers to be caught.
Indicates that improper use may cause the clip of a hand.
Indicates that improper use may cause fumes or fire.
Indicates a general notice or warning that cannot be specifically identified.
Indicates that improper use may cause loss of eyesight due to laser beam.
Prohibited Actions
Indicates a general prohibited action that cannot be specifically identified.
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the server. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire
may be caused.
Mandatory Action
Unplug the power cord of the server. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may be
caused.
Indicates a mandatory action that cannot be specifically identified. Make sure to follow
the instruction.
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SAFETY INDICATIONS BY COLOR OF THE PARTS
Only green areas are available for hot swap or hot plug operation. To avoid electric shock, disconnect all AC cords
before accessing to other parts especially blue area inside the system.
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
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
This system is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. This label
is located on the internal CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive installed in your
system.
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PREFACE
Welcome to the NovaScale R480 E1 server.
The NovaScale R480 E1 server holds powerful performance and employs the latest technology to implement a
computer for the next generation. With its potential capabilities, the server may be used as the workstation PC that
configures a client-server system and provides high-speed processing and superior reliability.
Read this User’s Guide thoroughly to fully understand the handling of the server and appreciate its functions to the
maximum extent.
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ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE
This User’s Guide is a guide for proper setup and use of the server.
This User’s Guide also covers useful procedures for dealing with difficulties and problems that may arise during setup
or operation of the server. Keep this manual for future use.
The following describes how to proceed with this User’s Guide.
How to Use This User's Guide
To help you find the information quickly, this User’s Guide contains the following information:
Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Server
includes information that requires attention when using the server. Make sure to read this
chapter before setting up and using the server.
Chapter 2 General Description
includes information necessary to use the server, such as names and functions of its
components, handling of the floppy disk and CD-RW/DVD-ROM drives. It also includes
requirements and advisory information for transfer and disposal of the server.
Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server
tells you how to select a site, unpack the system, assemble the rack-mount subsystem,
make the 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 the SAS devices in
your system. This chapter also provides information on the base board and I/O riser 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 information on using the
attached "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.
Appendix A Specification
provides specifications for your server.
Appendix B Other Precautions
provides supplementary notes on using the server.
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Appendix C IRQ and I/O Port Address
provides a list of factory-set IRQs and I/O port addresses assigned.
Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions
describes how to install Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions without using Express
Setup. Using the Express Setup tool is recommended for installing Windows Server 2003
x64 Editions. See Chapter 5 for details.
Appendix E Installing Windows Server 2003
describes how to install Microsoft Windows Server 2003 without using Express Setup.
Using the Express Setup tool is recommended for installing Windows Server 2003. See
Chapter 5 for details.
Appendix F Product Configuration Record Table
provides a table to be filled with your server configuration.
Text Conventions
The following conventions are used throughout this User’s Guide. For safety symbols, see "SAFETY INDICATIONS"
provided earlier.
IMPORTANT:
Items that are mandatory or require attention when using the server.
NOTE:
Notes give important information about the material being
described.
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 that any component is 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 the 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 DVD-ROM may alter your system environment. If you find
anything unclear, immediately ask your service representative for help.
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Chapter 1
Notes on Using Your Server
This chapter includes the information necessary for the proper and safe operation of your server.
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WARNING LABELS
A warning label is attached to the potentially dangerous components 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.
For part names described in the safety instruction chapter in this guide, refer to "Features and Controls" in 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. The manufacturer 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 power off the POWER/SLEEP
switch, 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 the ventilation holes in the server or
the openings in the floppy disk or CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. Doing so may
cause an electric shock.
Do not use the server in any unapproved place.
Install the server in a standard EIA 19-inch rack cabinet. Do not install the rack
containing the server in an inappropriate environment.
Failure to follow these instructions may cause interferences of various nature to
the server and the other systems installed on the rack. Fires or personal injuries
due to the rack fall may occur. For more information on the place where your
server should be installed and the earthquake-resistant construction for the
rack, refer to the manual attached to the rack or contact your service
representative.
Always install the server in a rack conforming to the relevant standard.
Install the server on a rack conforming to the EIA standard for the server to be
used. Do not use the server if it is installed in any other rack than the standard
EIA 19-inch rack or if it is not installed in a proper rack. Failure to follow these
instructions may cause your server to operate incorrectly and/or personal injury
or damages of the surrounding devices to occur. Contact your service
representative for the racks available for your server.
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 power off the power and disconnect the power plug from
the outlet. Do not disassemble the server. Contact your service representative.
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Notes on Installing and Accessing the Rack Cabinet
CAUTION
Do not carry or install the rack cabinet 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, resulting in personal injuries and/or
surrounding devices to be broken. In particular, a high rack (such as 44U rack) is
unstable if it is not secured using stabilizers.
Make sure that the load is not concentrated in 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 single point, or join several racks together to
distribute the load. Failure to follow this instruction may cause the rack to fall,
resulting in personal injuries.
Do not install components on the rack cabinet only by a single person.
More than one person is required to install parts such as the rack doors and trays.
Failure to follow this instruction may cause some parts to fall, resulting in personal
injuries and/or devices to be broken.
Do not pull out a device from the rack if the rack is unstable.
Always make sure of the stability of the rack before pulling out a device.
Do not leave more than one device pulled out from the rack at the same time.
Pulling out several devices from the rack may cause the rack to fall.
Make sure the wiring of the server does not exceed the rating of the power supply.
To prevent burns, fires, and device damages, the power supplied to the server must
not exceed the rating load of the power branch circuit. The server requires at least
two power cords or up to four power cords (depending on your configuration).
Connect each power cord to each appropriate wall outlet provided with 20A branch
circuit. Contact your electric constructor or the local power company for the
requirements on the wiring and installation of electric facilities.
Maintain reliable earthing
Reliable earthing of the rack-mounted equipment must be maintained. Particular
attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connection to the
branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).
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Power Supply and Power Cord Use
WARNING
Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand.
Do not disconnect/connect the plug if your hands are wet. Failure to follow this
warning may cause an electric shock.
CAUTION
Plug in to a proper power source.
Use a grounded wall outlet of the specified voltage. Using an improper power
source may cause a fire or a power leak.
Do not install the server in a place where you need an extension cord. Using 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, and 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 cond ensa ti on fo rms on the dusty
blades of the halfway inserted plug, increasing the possibility of fire.
Use only the authorized power cord.
Use only the power cord that comes with your server. Using an unauthorized
power cord may cause a fire if 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 a 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 specifically to be connected with
this 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.
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Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection
CAUTION
Never attempt to lift the server only by yourself.
Your server weighs 47 kg (depending on its hardware configuration). Carrying
the server only by yourself may strain your back. Hold the server firmly by its
bottom with at least three persons to carry it. Do not hold the front bezel to lift
the server. The front door may disengage from the server, causing personal
injury.
Do not install your server on a rack without its cover.
Failure to follow this instruction may reduce the cooling effect in the server,
resulting in some malfunction and/or dust entering the server, and resulting in a
fire or electric shock.
Do not pinch your finger with rails or other components.
Use a screwdriver or any other tool to press the safety latch release lever on
the rack slide rail. Pressing the levers with your finger may cause an injury.
Do not apply any load on the server when it is pulled out from the rack.
Doing so bends the frame of the server, and consequently, the server cannot
be pushed back into the rack. Placing an object on the server may also cause a
personal injury if the server should fall.
Do not install the server in any place other than the ones specified.
Do not install the server in the following places or any places other than the
ones 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 equipment in a 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 the corrosion and shorts of an internal
printed board.
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CAUTION
Do not connect any interface cable with the power cord of the server plugged to
a power source.
Make sure to power off the server and unplug the power cord from the power
outlet before installing/removing any optional internal device or
connecting/disconnecting any interface cable to/from the server. If you do not
do so, 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 the interface cables provided by the manufacturer 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 when 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 the ones 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 CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.
The laser beam used in the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive can be harmful to the
eyes. Do not look into or insert a mirror into the drive while the drive is
powered on. The laser beam is invisible, but you may lose your eyesight.
Do not remove the lithium and NiMH batteries.
Your server contains lithium and NiMH batteries. Do not remove or replace the
batteries. If the battery is incorrectly replaced, it may cause an explosion.
Placing the battery close to a fire or in the water may also cause an explosion.
If the server does not operate appropriately because the batteries are dead,
contact your service representative to replace the batteries only with the same
or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not disassemble the
server in order to replace or recharge the battery yourself.
Disconnect all the power plugs before accessing the inside of the server or
connecting the peripherals.
The server has two power cords.
Make sure to power off the server and disconnect all the power plugs from a
power outlet before cleaning or installing/removing internal optional devices.
Touching any internal device of the server with its power cords connected to a
power source may cause an electric shock even of the server is powered off.
Disconnect all the power plugs regularly from the outlet and clean them with a
dry cloth. Heat will be generated if condensation forms on a dusty plug, and
may cause a fire.
CAUTION
Hot surface
Immediately after the server is powered off, some of its internal components,
such as the hard disk drives are very hot. Let the internal components fully cool
down before installing/removing any components.
Make sure to complete the board installation.
Always install a board firmly. An incompletely installed board may cause a
contact failure, resulting in smoke or fire.
Protect the unused connectors with the protective cap.
The unused power supply cable connectors are covered with a protective cap
to prevent short circuits and electrical hazards. When removing the power
supply cable connector from the internal devices, attach the protective cap to
the connector. Failure to follow this warning may cause a fire or an electric
shock.
Do not touch any electrical components inside the server during a hot-swap
replacement.
Power flows inside the server while the hot-swap replaceable components (PCI
add-in cards, hard disk drive, cooling fan, and power supply). Do not touch the
electrical components inside the server to avoid an electric shock.
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During Operation
CAUTION
Avoid contact with the server during thunderstorms.
Disconnect all the power plugs from the outlet when a thunderstorm is
approaching. If it starts thundering before you disconnect the all power plugs,
do not touch any part of the server including the cables. Failure to follow this
warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.
Keep animals away from the server.
Failure to follow this warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.
Do not place any object on top of the server.
An object placed on top of the server may fall down, resulting in damage to your
property around the server.
Do not remove the cooling fans.
Only a service technician authorized by the manufacturer can remove the
cooling fans from the server.
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FOR PROPER OPERATION
Observe the following notes for successful operation of the server. Using the server while ignoring the notes will cause
malfunctions or failures of the server.
Install the server in a place that meets the requirements for successful operation. For more information, see
Chapter 3, "Setting Up Your Server."
Make sure to power off the server before connecting or disconnecting cables between the server and
peripheral devices.
Make sure that the access LED on the server is unlit before turning off the server or ejecting the floppy disk.
The server management logic on your system boa rd monitors and logs system voltage changes. When
plugging the power cord to the system, you may experience a 10 seconds delay between power on and the
time you pressed the POWER/SLEEP switch on the front panel. This is normal system operation and is
required by the server management logic.
If you power off the server, wait at least 30 seconds before powering it back on.
Do not power off the server until characters following the full screen logo have appeared on the screen. It may
take one to five minutes depending on your configuration.
Power off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet before relocating the server.
Some software include a command allowing you to eject the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive tray. Make sure that
the front bezel is removed before running the command. Running this command with the front bezel installed
may cause the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive tray or the media to hit the front bezel, resulting in a failure of the
server
Clean the server on a regular basis. (See Chapter 7 for cleaning.) Regular cleaning proactively can prevent
various failures of the server.
Lightning may cause a momentary voltage drop. To prevent this problem, we recommend you use an
uninterruptible power supply unit.
Check and adjust the system clock before the operation if any of the following conditions is applicable.
– After carrying of the server
– After storage of the server
– After the server entered into the pause state under the following environmental conditions (temperature:
10°C - 35°C, humidity: 20% - 80%)
Check the system clock roughly once per month. If the system clock is installed in a system requir ing high
time precision, we recommended you use a time server (NTP server).
If the system clock is delayed or advanced as time goes by in spite of adjustment, contact your sales agent and
request a maintenance operation.
Store the unit under the approved storage conditions (temperature: -10°C - 55°C, humidity: 20% - 80%,
without condensation) to allow the built-in devices and the unit to operate correctly in the next operation.
Make sure to use the 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.
We recommend you use our genuine products. Some third-party products claim that th ey support our server.
However, repairing the server due to a failure or damage resulting from the use of such third-party products
will be charged.
Playback of disks which do not conform to the CD or DVD standard is not guaranteed.
Power off any cellular phone or pager. Radio interferences may cause malfunctions of the server.
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THIRD PARTY TRANSFER
The following must be observed when you transfer (or sell) the server or software provided with the server to a third
party:
Server
Make sure to provide this manual along with the server to a third party.
IMPORTANT: About dat a 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 the Windows "Recycle Bin" or execute a "format"
command of the operating system. However, the actual data remains written on the hard
disk drive, and may be restored by special software and used for unexpected purposes.
We strongly recommend that a software or service (both available at stores) for data erasure
is used in order to avoid the troubles explained above. For more information 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 the provided software applications must be transf erred and no backup copies must be retained.
The transfer requirements listed in the "Software License Agreement" that comes with each software
application must be satisfied.
The software applications that are not approved for transfer must be uninstalled before transferring the server.
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CONSUMABLES
Your server contains some components that are only good for a limited period of time and require replacement, such as
batteries, fans, the internal CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, the floppy disk drive, and the mouse. For stable operation of the
server, we recommend you replace these components on a regular basis. Ask your service representative for
replacement or more information on the product lifespan.
DISPOSAL OF THE SERVER
Dispose of the server, all the internal devices, floppy disks, and DVD/CD-ROMs according to your national laws and
regulations. Also dispose of the power cord provided with the server so that it cannot be used with other devices.
IMPORTANT: For disposal (or replacement) of the battery on the baseboard of the server,
consult with your service representative.
NOTE: If the real-time clock battery on the base board has reached the end of its life, the
following message appears on the display while running the POST. Contact your service
representative to replace the battery.
0250 System battery is dead –Replace and run SETUP
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WARNING
Do not remove the lithium and NiMH batteries.
Your server contains lithium and NiMH batteries. Do not remove the battery.
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Placing the
lithium or NiMH battery close to a fire or in the water may cause an explosion.
When the server does not operate appropriately due to the failure of lithium and
NiMH batteries, contact your service representative to replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not
disassemble the server to replace or recharge the battery by yourself.
Base board
The onboard or optional RAID Controller (Disk Array Controller) also contains a
Ni-MH battery.
To dispose of the Ni-MH battery, remove the RAID Controller (Disk Array
Controller), and then remove the battery from the board.
For the battery location of the optional RAID Controller (Disk Array Controller),
refer to the manual coming with the RAID Controller (Disk Array Controller).
Lithium battery
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USER SUPPORT
When the server requires after-sales service, check if the warranty is still valid, and determine which service is
necessary as indicated on the "Certificate".
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 one of the descriptions. If it does, take the recommended measure to
try and correct the issue.
3. Check if the software required for the operation of the server is properly installed.
4. Check the server using a computer virus detection program. Computer virus detection programs are available
for purchase in stores.
If the server still appears to fail after you have checked the above points, consult with your service representative. Take
notes on LED indications of the server and alarm indications on the display unit before calling, these may provide a
significant help to your service representative.
When your server will be repaired
Prepare the following when having your server repaired:
Certificate
Notes of the messages displayed on the display unit
Error information*
Records of the server and peripheral equipments
* Error information in cludes the Error Message shown in Chapter 8.
Prepare the error information only when required by your service representative.
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Advice for Health
The longer you keep using the computer equipment, the more you
become tired, which may cause disorders of your body. When you use a
computer, observe the following to keep yourself from getting tired:
Good Working Posture
Your working posture is good 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.
No part of your body must be under excessive strain, your muscles must
be relaxed.
Your posture is bad when you sit with your back hunched up or you
operate a display unit with your face close to the screen. A bad working
posture may cause eye strain or poor eyesight.
Adjustment of the 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 a "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 adjustment depends on the
individual and on the working environment (well-lighted room or
insufficient light). Adjust brightness and contrast so that the screen is easy
to see. An extremely bright or dark screen will have cause eye troubles.
Adjustment of the Keyboard Angle
The keyboard provided with the server is designed for adjustment to a
certain angle. Adjust the keyboard at an angle at which the keyboard is
easy to operate. The adjustment assists in reducing strain on your
shoulders, arms, and fingers.
Cleaning the Equipment
Clean the equipment regularly. It is difficult to see the display contents on
a dusty screen. Keeping your 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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