NEC Express5800, T120b-M, Express5800/T120b-M User Manual
N8100-1665F/1666F/1667F
NEC Express5800/T120b-M
User's Guide
1st Edition
6-2010
ONL-510_017_01_T120bM-100-99-1006
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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.
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a mandatory action to avoid a particular hazard. (Mandatory Action)
(Example)
Symbol to draw attention
Term indicating a degree of danger
CAUTION
Plug in to a proper power source.
Use a proper wall outlet of the specified voltage. Use of an improper power
source may cause a fire or a power leak.
Symbol indicating a prohibited
action (may not always be
indicated)
Description of a danger
SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL AND WARNING LABELS
Attentions
Indicates that improper use may cause an electric shock.
Indicates that improper use may cause fingers to be caught.
Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury.
Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury.
Indicates that improper use may cause fumes or fire.
Indicates that improper use may cause loss of eyesight due to laser beam.
Indicates that improper use may cause explosion.
Indicates a general notice or warning that cannot be specifically identified.
Prohibited Actions
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the server. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire
may be caused.
Do not place the server near the fire. Otherwise, a fire may be caused.
Do not touch the component specified by this symbol. Otherwise, an electric shock or
burn may be caused.
Do not use the server in the place where water or liquid may pour. Otherwise, an
electric shock or fire may be caused.
Do not touch the server with wet hand. Otherwise, an electric shock may be caused.
Indicates a general prohibited action that cannot be specifically identified.
Mandatory Action
Unplug the power cord of the server. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may be
caused.
Be sure to provide earthing. Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may be caused.
Indicates a mandatory action that cannot be specifically identified. Make sure to follow
the instruction.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
CE Statement
Warning: This is a Class A product. In domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures (EN55022).
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Text Conventions
The following conventions are used throughout this manual. For safety symbols, see "SAFETY
INDICATIONS" provided earlier.
IMPORTANT:
Items that are mandatory or require attention when using the server
NOTE:
Helpful and convenient piece of information
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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.
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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
Safety Notes .................................................................................................................................. 1-3
General ..................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Power Supply and Power Cord Use ......................................................................................... 1-4
Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection .................................................................... 1-6
Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices ........................................................................... 1-8
During Operation ..................................................................................................................... 1-9
For Proper Operation .................................................................................................................. 1-10
Transfer to Third Party................................................................................................................ 1-11
Disposal and Consumables ......................................................................................................... 1-12
Regarding the Transportation of this System .............................................................................. 1-12
User Support ............................................................................................................................... 1-13
Chapter 2 General Description ..................................................................................... 2-1
Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 2-2
System Chassis ............................................................................................................................. 2-3
Front View ................................................................................................................................ 2-3
Front View (with Front Door Open) ......................................................................................... 2-5
Rear View ................................................................................................................................. 2-8
Internal View .......................................................................................................................... 2-10
Mother Board .............................................................................................................................. 2-11
Standard Features ........................................................................................................................ 2-12
Peripheral Bays ...................................................................................................................... 2-13
AC LINK Feature ................................................................................................................... 2-13
Security .................................................................................................................................. 2-13
NEC EXPRESSBUILDER..................................................................................................... 2-14
NEC ESMPRO ....................................................................................................................... 2-15
Maintenance Tools ................................................................................................................. 2-15
System Diagnostic Utility ...................................................................................................... 2-15
Remote Management .............................................................................................................. 2-16
Using Your Server ....................................................................................................................... 2-17
Front Door .............................................................................................................................. 2-17
POWER/SLEEP Switch ......................................................................................................... 2-18
Power Off ............................................................................................................................... 2-22
Optical Disk Drive ................................................................................................................. 2-23
Flash FDD .............................................................................................................................. 2-27
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Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server ................................................................................ 3-1
Setup Flow .................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Unpacking the System .................................................................................................................. 3-3
Installing Optional Devices .......................................................................................................... 3-3
Selecting Server Site ..................................................................................................................... 3-4
Connecting Peripheral Devices ..................................................................................................... 3-6
Turning On the Server .................................................................................................................. 3-8
Installing Operating System ....................................................................................................... 3-10
Installing Utilities ....................................................................................................................... 3-10
Making Backup Copies of System Information .......................................................................... 3-10
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
RAID System Configuration ...................................................................................................... 4-37
RAID ...................................................................................................................................... 4-37
Configuration by Onboard RAID Controller.......................................................................... 4-44
LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility and Universal RAID Utility ................................ 4-59
Configuring Mother Board Jumpers ........................................................................................... 4-62
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
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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(N8104-111/112/119/121/125A/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
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 .......................................................................................................................... 6-6
Parameter File Creator .................................................................................................................. 6-7
Parameter File .......................................................................................................................... 6-8
NEC ESMPRO ........................................................................................................................... 6-21
Functions and Features ........................................................................................................... 6-21
NEC ESMPRO Agent Extension ................................................................................................ 6-21
NEC ExpressUpdate Agent ......................................................................................................... 6-22
Universal RAID Utility............................................................................................................... 6-23
Setup with Express Setup ....................................................................................................... 6-23
Manual Setup ......................................................................................................................... 6-24
Creating Logical Drive of RAID 6 ......................................................................................... 6-24
NEC Product Info Collection Utility .......................................................................................... 6-25
Installation .............................................................................................................................. 6-25
Using Utility ........................................................................................................................... 6-26
Uninstallation ......................................................................................................................... 6-26
Chapter 7 Maintenance .................................................................................................. 7-1
Making Backup Copies................................................................................................................. 7-1
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................ 7-2
Cleaning the Server .................................................................................................................. 7-2
Cleaning the Interior ................................................................................................................. 7-3
Cleaning the Keyboard/Mouse ................................................................................................. 7-4
Cleaning Disc ........................................................................................................................... 7-5
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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
Lamps ........................................................................................................................................... 8-3
LAN ACCESS Lamp ............................................................................................................... 8-5
STATUS Lamp ......................................................................................................................... 8-5
POWER/SLEEP Lamp ............................................................................................................. 8-7
DISK ACCESS Lamp .............................................................................................................. 8-7
Hard Disk Drive Lamp ............................................................................................................. 8-8
Power Supply Lamp ................................................................................................................. 8-9
LAN Connector Lamps .......................................................................................................... 8-10
Error Messages ........................................................................................................................... 8-11
Error Messages after Power-on .............................................................................................. 8-11
Messages displayed by RAID Controller during POST ......................................................... 8-19
Beep Codes ............................................................................................................................. 8-23
Error Messages on Virtual LCD ............................................................................................. 8-24
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 RAID System Configuration .......................................................................... 8-46
Problems with N8190-127/131/153/154 FibreChannel Controller ........................................ 8-47
Problems with Autorun Menu ................................................................................................ 8-48
Collecting Event Log ............................................................................................................. 8-49
Collect Configuration Information ......................................................................................... 8-50
Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information ...................................................................... 8-50
Memory Dump ....................................................................................................................... 8-50
Recovery for Windows System................................................................................................... 8-51
Maintenance Tools ...................................................................................................................... 8-52
Starting Maintenance Tools .................................................................................................... 8-52
Function of Maintenance Tools .............................................................................................. 8-55
Maintenance Tools with Remote Console .............................................................................. 8-57
Resetting the Server .................................................................................................................... 8-59
Forced Shutdown ........................................................................................................................ 8-60
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Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server ................................................................................ 9-1
Safety Notes .................................................................................................................................. 9-2
Static Precautions ..................................................................................................................... 9-3
Confirmation after Installation/Removal ...................................................................................... 9-4
Preparing for Installation and Removal ........................................................................................ 9-5
Device Installation or Removal Procedure ................................................................................... 9-6
Side Cover ................................................................................................................................ 9-6
CPU Duct Cover....................................................................................................................... 9-8
3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive (in N8154-25 3.5-inch Disk Cage) ................................................ 9-10
2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive (in N8154-24 2.5-inch Disk Cage) ................................................ 9-17
Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System .......................................................... 9-25
Power Supply Unit ................................................................................................................. 9-30
Cooling Fan Unit .................................................................................................................... 9-33
3.5-inch Disk Cage ................................................................................................................. 9-37
2.5-inch Disk Cage ................................................................................................................. 9-43
5.25-inch Device .................................................................................................................... 9-57
Optical Disk Drive ................................................................................................................. 9-61
PCI Board ............................................................................................................................... 9-63
Additional Battery Unit for RAID Controller ........................................................................ 9-69
Processor (CPU) ..................................................................................................................... 9-73
DIMM .................................................................................................................................... 9-80
Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagrams ....................................................................... 10-1
Interface Cables .......................................................................................................................... 10-2
Installing Two 3.5-inch Disk Cages ....................................................................................... 10-2
Installing Internal SCSI File Device....................................................................................... 10-3
Power Cable ................................................................................................................................ 10-4
With Disk Cage Installed ........................................................................................................ 10-4
Appendix A Specifications ............................................................................................ A-1
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
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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-20
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-7
Installing Windows Server 2008 .................................................................................................. E-8
Preparations for Installation .................................................................................................... E-8
Creating "Windows Server 2008 OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER" ................................ E-8
Windows Server 2008 Clean Installation .............................................................................. E-11
Procedure for License Authentication ................................................................................... E-22
Updating the System ............................................................................................................. E-22
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Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................................................................................ E-25
LAN Driver and PROSet ....................................................................................................... E-25
Graphics Accelerator Driver .................................................................................................. E-25
Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95/107) .......................................................... E-26
Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) .................................................................. E-26
Installing Fibre Channel Controller Driver (N8190-127/131/153/154)................................. E-26
About Windows Activation ................................................................................................... E-27
The procedure to set PAE option ........................................................................................... E-31
Setting for Solving Problems ..................................................................................................... E-32
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 (N8104-111/112/119/121/125A/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
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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-20
Installing SAS Controller Driver (N8103-104A) .................................................................. G-20
About Windows Activation ................................................................................................... G-21
The procedure to set PAE option ........................................................................................... G-23
Setting for Solving Problems ..................................................................................................... G-24
Appendix H Using a Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive ................................... H-1
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 service
representative.
Attached
Notes on Using Your Server 1-3
SAFETY NOTES
This section provides notes on using your server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure proper
and safe use of the server. For symbols, see "SAFETY INDICATIONS" provided earlier.
General
WARNING
Do not use the server for services where critical high availability may directly
affect human lives.
Your server is not intended to be used with or control facilities or devices
concerning human lives, including medical devices, nuclear facilities and
devices, aeronautics and space devices, transportation facilities and devices;
and facilities and devices requiring high reliability. NEC assumes no liability
for any accident resulting in personal injury, death, or property damage if the
server has been used in the above conditions.
Do not use the server if any smoke, odor, or noise is present.
If smoke, odor, or noise is present, immediately turn off the server and
disconnect the power plug from the outlet, then contact your service
representative. Using the server in such conditions may cause a fire.
Keep needles or metal objects away from the server.
Do not insert needles or metal objects into ventilation holes in the server or
openings in the floppy disk or optical disk drive. Doing so may cause an
electric shock.
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.
1-4 Notes on Using Your Server
Power Supply and Power Cord Use
WARNING
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 a ground wire to gas pipe.
Never attempt to connect a ground wire to gas pipe. Failure to follow this
warning may cause an explosion.
CAUTION
Plug in to a proper power source.
Use a grounded wall outlet of specified voltage. Use of an improper power
source may cause a fire or a power leak.
Do not install the server where you need an extension cord. Use of a cord
that does not meet the power specifications of your server may heat up the
cord and cause a fire.
Do not connect the power cord to an outlet that has an illegal number of
connections.
The electric current exceeding the rated flow overheats the outlet, which may
cause a fire.
Do not pull the cable when disconnecting it.
When disconnecting the cable from the device, hold the cable connector and
pull it straight out. Pulling the cable out by the cable portion or giving
mechanical stress to the connector could damage the cables and connectors
to result in an electrical shock hazard or a fire.
Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes.
Heat generation resulting from a halfway inserted power plug (imperfect
contact) may cause a fire. Heat will also be generated if condensation is
formed on dusty blades of the halfway inserted plug, increasing the
possibility of fire.
Notes on Using Your Server 1-5
CAUTION
Use the authorized power cord only.
Use only the power cord that comes with your server. Use of an
unauthorized power cord may cause a fire when the electric current exceeds
the rated flow.
Also, observe the following to prevent an electric shock or fire caused by a
damaged cord.
Do not stretch the cord harness.
Do not pinch the power cord.
Do not bend the power cord.
Keep chemicals away from the power cord.
Do not twist the power cord.
Do not place any object on the power cord.
Do not bundle power cords.
Do not alter, modify, or repair the power cord.
Do not secure the power cord with staples or equivalents.
Do not use any damaged power cord. (Replace a damaged power cord
with a new one of the same specifications. Ask your service
representative for replacement.)
Do not use the attached power cord for any other devices or usage.
The power cord that comes with your server is designed aiming to connect
with this server and to use with the server, and its safety has been tested. Do
not use the attached power cord for any other purpose. Doing so may cause
a fire or an electric shock.
1-6 Notes on Using Your Server
Installation, Relocation, Storage, and Connection
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
Never attempt to lift the server with two or less persons.
Your server weighs max 36 kg (depending on its hardware configuration).
Carrying the server with two or less persons may strain their back. Hold the
server firmly by its bottom with at least three persons. Do not hold the front
mask to lift the server. The front mask 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 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 the place where corrosive gases exist.
Make sure not to locate or use the server in the place where corrosive gases
(sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, chlorine, ammonia, ozone,
etc) exist.
Also, do not set it in the environment where the air (or dust) includes
components accelerating corrosion (ex. sulfur, sodium chloride) or
conductive metals. There is a risk of a fire due to corrosion and shorts of an
internal printed board.
Do not connect any interface cable with the power cord of the server plugged
to a power source.
Make sure to power off the server and unplug the power cord from a power
outlet before installing/removing any optional internal device or
connecting/disconnecting any interface cable to/from the server. If the server
is off-powered but its power cord is plugged to a power source, touching an
internal device, cable, or connector may cause an electric shock or a fire
resulted from a short circuit.
Notes on Using Your Server 1-7
CAUTION
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.
Do not use any damaged cable.
Do not install components on the server only by a single person.
Insert hinges completely.
At least two persons are required to install parts including the doors and rails
for the rack.
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.
1-8 Notes on Using Your Server
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 manual. Failure to follow this instruction may
cause an electric shock or fire as well as malfunctions of the server.
Do not look into the optical disk drive.
A laser beam used in the optical disk drive is harmful to the eyes. Do not look
into or insert a mirror into the drive while the drive is powered. If a laser
beam is caught in your eyes, you may lose your eyesight (the laser beam is
invisible).
Do not remove the lithium battery.
Your server contains the lithium battery. Do not remove the battery. Placing
the lithium close to a fire or in the water may cause an explosion.
When the server does not operate appropriately due to the dead lithium
battery, contact your service representative. Do not disassemble the server
to replace or recharge the battery by yourself.
Disconnect the power plug before accessing inside the server, or connecting
the peripherals.
Make sure to power off the server and disconnect the power plug from a
power outlet before cleaning or installing/removing internal optional devices.
Touching any internal device of the server with its power cord connected to a
power source may cause an electric shock even of the server is off-powered.
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet occasionally and clean the plug
with a dry cloth. Heat will be generated if condensation is formed on a dusty
plug, which may cause a fire.
CAUTION
Avoid installation in extreme temperature conditions.
Immediately after the server is powered off, its internal components such as
hard disk drives are very hot. Leave the server until its internal components
fully cool down before installing/removing any component.
Make sure to complete board installation.
Always install a board firmly. An incompletely installed board may cause a
contact failure, resulting in smoking or fire.
Protect the unused connectors with the protective cap.
The unused power supply cable connectors are covered with the protective
cap to prevent short circuits and electrical hazards. When removing the
power supply cable connector from the install devices, attach the protective
cap to the connector. Failure to follow this warning may cause a fire or an
electric shock.
Notes on Using Your Server 1-9
During Operation
CAUTION
Avoid contact with the server during thunderstorms.
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet when a thunderstorm is
approaching. If it starts thundering before you disconnect the power plug, do
not touch any part of the server including the cables. Failure to follow this
warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.
Keep animals away from the server.
Failure to follow this warning may cause a fire or an electric shock.
Do not touch any other component than specified.
When replacing a hot-swap fan, do not touch any other component than the
fan handle. Failure to follow this warning may cause an electric shock or
personal injury..
Do not place any object on the top of the server.
The server may fall and cause property damage to the surroundings.
Do not leave the CD tray open.
If dust gets on the lens of an optical disk drive, the drive may have problems
reading your disks.
In addition, the tray may be broken by contacting any objects.
Stay away from the fan.
Keep your hand or hair away from the cooling fan in the rear of the server.
Failure to follow this warning may get your hand or hair caught in the fan,
resulting in injury.
Do not touch the rotating fan blade while replacing the hot-swap fan. Doing
so may cause a personal injury.
Take off the headset before connection.
To protect your ears, take off the headset before connecting it to the headset
jack. Make sure that the volume is not extremely turned up before
connection.
1-10 Notes on Using Your Server
FOR PROPER OPERATION
Observe the following notes for successful operation of the server. Use of the server ignoring the
notes will cause malfunctions or failures of the server.
Install the server in a place that meets requirements for successful operation. For details,
see Chapter 3, "Setting Up Your Server."
Make sure to power off the server before connecting or disconnecting cables between the
server and peripheral devices.
When you have just turned off the server, wait at least 10 seconds before turning it on
again. If the server is connected to the UPS, set at least 10 seconds delay in the power-on
schedule.
For the disk which does not conform to the CD standard, the playback of such a disk with
the optical disk drive is not guaranteed.
Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the outlet before relocating the server.
Clean the server on a regular basis. (See Chapter 7 for cleaning.) Regular cleaning
proactively prevents various failures of the server.
Lightning may cause a momentary voltage drop. To prevent this problem, it is
recommended to use an uninterruptible power supply unit.
Make sure to use optional devices supported by the server. Some non-supported devices
may be physically installed/connected but cause failures of the server as well as
malfunctions of the server.
Check and adjust the system clock before the operation in any of the following conditions:
– After carriage of device
– After storage of device
– After the pause state of the device placed in the environment beyond the specified
range of condition for adequate operation (temperature: 10°C - 35°C, humidity: 20% 80%)
Check the system clock about once per month. When the system clock is installed in a
system requiring high time precision, it is recommended to use a time server (NTP server).
If the system clock remarkably delays or gains in spite of the adjustment, contact your
service representative for maintenance.
Store the unit under the adequate storage condition (temperature: –10°C - 55°C, humidity:
20% - 80%, without condensation) to allow built-in devices and the unit to work correctly
in the next operation.
Make sure to use optional devices supported by the server. Some non-supported devices
may be physically installed/connected but cause failures of the server as well as
malfunctions of the server.
NEC recommends you use NEC's genuine products. Some third-party products claim that
they support the server. However, repair of the server due to a failure or damage resulted
from the use of such third-party products will be charged.
Turn off the cellular phone or pager. Radio interference may cause malfunctions of the
server.
Notes on Using Your Server 1-11
TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY
The following must be observed when you transfer (or sell) the server or software provided with the
server to a third party:
Make sure to provide this manual along with the server to a third party.
IMPORTANT: About data on the hard disk drive
Be sure to take appropriate measures not to leak important data (e.g.,
customers' information or companies' management information) on the
removed hard disk drive to any third parties.
Data seems to be erased when you empty "Recycle Bin" of Windows or
execute the "format" command of the operating system. However, the
actual data remains written on the hard disk drive. Data not erased
completely may be restored by special software and used for
unexpected purposes.
It is strongly recommended that the software or service (both available
at stores) for data erasure should be used in order to avoid the trouble
explained above. For details on data erasure, ask your sales
representative.
Provided software
To transfer or sell any software application that comes with the server to a third party, the following
requirements must be satisfied:
All provided software applications must be transferred and no backup copies must be
retained.
Transfer requirements listed in "Software License Agreement" that comes with each
software application must be satisfied.
Software applications that are not approved for transfer must be uninstalled before
transferring the server.
1-12 Notes on Using Your Server
DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES
Dispose of the server, internal devices, or DVD/CD-ROMs according to laws and
regulations of the central and/or local government.
IMPORTANT:
For disposal (or replacement) of the battery on the mother board of
the server, consult with your service representative.
It is user's responsibility to completely erase or modify all the data
stored in storage devices such as hard disk drives so that the data
cannot be restored.
Your server contains some components that work for a limited period of time and require
replacement, such as fans, internal batteries, the internal optical disk drive, the floppy disk
drive, and the mouse. For stable operation of the server, NEC recommends you replace
these components on a regular basis. Consult with your service representative for
replacement.
REGARDING THE TRANSPORTATION OF THIS SYSTEM
This system and/or associated options and accessories may be using lithium metal batteries or
lithium ion batteries.
There may be restrictions regarding the air or sea transportation of such lithium batteries.
Please contact your reseller or service company prior to transporting this system and/or its options.
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