User's Guide REFERENCE 86 A1 15FA 01 NOVASCALE NovaScale T810 E1, T830 E1, R410 E1
NOVASCALE NovaScale T810 E1, T830 E1, R410 E1 User's Guide Hardware June 2008 BULL CEDOC 357 AVENUE PATTON B.P.
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User Guide www.bull.com Table of Contents Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Safety Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Guide www.bull.com Video.............................................................................................................................. Network Controller ........................................................................................................ RAID Support ................................................................................................................ ACPI ...................................................................................................
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Filler on the Server ................................................................................ 101 Installing the Server in the Rack Cabinet .................................................................... 102 Setting Up Your System (Tower) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Setup Flow. ..........................................................................................................
User Guide www.bull.com The S-ATA Cable ........................................................................................................ 134 System Power Cables................................................................................................... 134 Cabling a S-ATA Drive ............................................................................................... 135 Cabling SAS Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Guide www.bull.com Removing a Hard Disk Drive ...................................................................................... 175 Installing or Removing the Motherboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Removing the Motherboard ......................................................................................... 177 Replacing the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Using Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 With the ExpressBuilder DVD you can:...................................................................... 231 Software End-User License Agreement ...................................................................... 231 Utilities......................................................................................................................... 231 ExpressBuilder . . . . .
User Guide www.bull.com Cleaning the Keyboard ................................................................................................ 259 Cleaning the Mouse ..................................................................................................... 260 Cleaning an Optical Disc Drive ................................................................................... 261 Care and Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 NovaScale R410 E1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 NovaScale T830 E1 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Equipment Logs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 NovaScale T810 E1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Guide www.bull.com Text Conventions This guide uses the following text conventions. Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following meanings: Warning Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or loss of life. Caution Cautions indicate situations that can damage the system hardware or software. Notes: give important information about the material being described. ■ Names of keyboard keys are printed as they appear on the keyboard.
User Guide www.bull.com Safety Notices Caution To reduce the risk of electric shock which could cause personal injury, follow all the safety notices. Symbols are shown in your documentation and on your equipment to indicate safety hazards.
User Guide www.bull.com USA and Canada Notice Products with UL marking comply with the following UL standards: ■ UL 1950 (3rd edition 1998) Products with FCC marking comply with the following FCC standards ■ FCC part 15 The model type/ref. used for UL and FCC certification can be found on the regulatory labels stuck on your system. The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A or B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
User Guide www.bull.com Power Supply and Cables Power Supply ■ The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power. +5vdc is present on the system board whenever the AC power cords are connected between the system and an AC outlet. Before doing the procedures in this manual, make sure that your system is powered off and unplug the AC power cords from the back of the chassis.
User Guide www.bull.com Laser Compliance Statement The optical devices are tested and certified to be compliant with International Electrotechnical Commission IEC60825-1 and European EN60825-1 standards for Class 1 laser products. Class 1 laser products are not considered hazardous. The optical devices are designed such that there is never human access to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation or prescribed maintenance conditions.
User Guide www.bull.com System Features This system is a highly flexible and reliable server designed to offer the highest levels of performance for the price range. Its main features are: ■ The Intel® 3210 chipset. ■ The Intel® processor, either an Intel® Pentium® dual-core processor, a Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor, or a Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® processor. ■ The RAID technology, offering support for various RAID levels on Microsoft® Windows® and Linux operating systems.
User Guide www.bull.com Related Documents In the ExpressBuilder disc in which you found this User’s Guide, you can also find several other documents relevant to your system, options and accessories. Some printed documents may also have been shipped with your system. We recommend you read these additional documents as it becomes necessary when setting up, using or upgrading your system.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 System Chassis Features Front View The following figure shows the location of the front system features Front View Detail Figure 1: Front View A 5.25-inch bays F Four 5.25-inch bays, one of which may include a DVD-ROM drive or DVD Writer drive. B Open the front door to access the headphone connector, the stereo microphone in connector and the USB ports. 3.5-inch bay G One 3.5-inch bay that may include a 3.5-inch floppy disk drive.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Rear View Figure 2: Rear View A AC power connector Connect the power cord to this socket. B Power switch C Key lock Security feature that allows you to open the right side door. D Connectors Refer to “Motherboard” on page 34 E Expansion boards slots Refer to “Expansion Slots” on page 45 F Side cover latch Push the latch up to enable the right side door opening. G Venting holes Keep the area near the venting holes clear for proper ventilation.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Status Indicators This section explains the indication and meanings of the server lamps. Power Lamp ■ Lights green to indicate normal operation with the server powered on. ■ Remains off when the server is powered off. ■ Blinks green when the server is in a power-saving mode. Access Lamp Lights amber when one of the drives is being accessed. Caution To indicate the access states of the built-in hard disk drives when an optional board (e.g.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Internal View Figure 3: Internal View A Power supply slot B Motherboard C 5.25-inch devices slots D 3.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 System Chassis Features Front View The following figure shows the location of the front system features.
User Guide www.bull.com Figure 6: Control Panel (Front View detail) 1. USB Port. One Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect USB-equipped peripheral devices such as printers. 2. Power button. Press this switch to turn on/off the power. Refer to the ‘Powering On your System’, ‘Powering Off your System’ and ‘Forcing a Power Shutdown’ sections hereafter for details. 3. Status lamp. - Solid green indicates that the system is ready.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Rear View Figure 7: Rear View A AC power connector Connect the power cord to this socket. B Mouse Port C Serial Port A Connect the mouse included with the system. Connect any peripheral with a serial interface. D Network Interface Card (NIC) 1 Connect the system to a LAN allowing the following transfer speeds: 1000BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T. E PCI Add-in card slot Additional ports are available if an optional card is installed.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Internal View Figure 8: Internal View A. Rack Handles (two) G. System Memory DIMM Sockets B. PCI Cooling Fan H. System Blower Fans (two) C. Processor Air Duct I. Hard Drive Brackets (two) D. PCI Add-in Card Bracket J. Control Panel E. Processor and Heat Sink K. Slimline Optical Drive Bay F.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 System Chassis Features Front View with Front Bezel The following figure shows the location of the front system features Figure 9: Front Viewl A 5.25-inch bays B C Hard Disks cage D Depending on your configuration, this cage either contains SATA or SAS drives, which can be fixed or hot-swappable. E Front panel Refer to “Front Panel” on page 31 for more information on the buttons and LEDs. Two 5.
User Guide www.bull.com Front View without Front Bezel Figure 10: Front view without front bezel A 5.25-inch bays B Two 5.25-inch bays, one of which may include a tape backup unit, CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, DVD-RW drive or COMBO DVD-ROM CDRW drive. C 3.5-inch bay One 3.5-inch bay, that may be fitted with a floppy disk drive (optional). Hard Disks cage D Depending on your configuration, this cage either contains hot-swappable SATA or SAS drives.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Rear View A B C D E F H I J G TP00880 Figure 11: Rear View A Power supply bay Depending on your configuration, it is fitted with a fixed power supply (shown in the picture), or one with hot-swappable power modules. B AC power connector Connect the power cord to this socket. C Alternate SCSI knockout D System fan Keep the area near the venting holes clear for proper ventilation. E Connectors Refer to “Back Panel Connectors” on page 39 for details.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Status Indicators This section explains the indication and meanings of the system lamps located on the front and back panels of your system. Front Panel A B C D E F G H TP02346 Figure 12: Front panel (front view detail) A Power/Sleep LED B Continuous green light indicates the system has power applied to it. Power/Sleep LED Powers the system off or on. Continuous amber light indicates the system is in S1 Sleep state.
User Guide www.bull.com Back Panel Network Interface Card (NIC) Ports Activity Lamps Refer to the back panel description for more details. See “Back Panel Connectors” on page 39. Power Supply LEDs (Hot-Swap Power Supply Only) Please refer to “Power Supply LEDs” on page 109 for more information. Diagnostic LEDs Please refer to “Diagnostic LEDs” on page 284 for more information.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Internal View Figure 13: Internal View A Tool-less Device Bay Locks B 5.25-in Device Bays C 3.
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User Guide www.bull.com Connecting the LSI 8708EM2 SAS/SATA RAID Controller (if applicable) If you purchased the LSI 8708EM2 separately, we recommend you also connect the included LED cable to the motherboard. This will ensure that the HDD access LED on the Front Panel lights when there is hard disk drive access.
User Guide www.bull.com Motherboard Jumpers Figure 17: Motherboard Jumpers Table 1: Motherboard Jumpers Description Jumper Name Jumper Purpose RCRY MODE In the normal position (pins 1-2), allows normal system operation with correct BIOS settings. The system will POST normally. Remove the jumper to recover from a corrupted BIOS. A bootable media with a valid BIOS ROM required. PASSWD CLR In the normal position (pins 1-2), allows normal system operation with current password settings.
User Guide www.bull.com Clearing the CMOS If you are not able to access the BIOS setup screens, the CMOS Clear jumper will need to be used to reset the configuration RAM. 1. Power down the system and disconnect the AC power. 2. Open the server. 3. Move the jumper (CMOS CLR) from the normal operation position (pins 1 and 2) to pins 2 and 3 (Clear CMOS position). 4. Reconnect the AC power, power up the system. 5. When the system begins beeping, power it down and disconnect the AC power. 6.
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User Guide www.bull.com Back Panel Connectors Figure 18: Back Panel Connectors Table 3: Back Panel Connectors A: Mouse B: Serial Port A C: NIC 2 (10/100/1000 Mb) D: NIC 1 (10/100/1000 Mb) E: USB 0-1 F: Video G: Keyboard H: Diagnostic LEDs The NIC (Network Interface Card) LEDs at the right and left of each NIC provide the following information.
User Guide www.bull.com Memory Configuration The server board provides four DIMM sockets across two channels, Channel A and Channel B. - Channel A consists of DIMM sockets A1 and A2. - Channel B consists of DIMM sockets B1 and B2. DIMM Population Rules To ensure the dual channel operating mode, install either: ■ two modules, in the slots DIMM_A1 and DIMM_B1, ■ or four modules. Note: ■ The installation of three modules is not supported.
User Guide www.bull.com BMC Controller The Integrated Baseboard Management Controller (iBMC) is a highly integrated single-chip solution, which contains the following integrated subsystems and features.
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User Guide www.bull.com Standard Features Processor The system board can accommodate one of the following: - an Intel® Pentium® dual-core processor, - a Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® processor, - or a Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® processor. Memory The system board provides four 240-pins DIMM slots each supporting DDR2 800 ECC memory. You may install a minimum of 1 GB and as much as 8 GB (4 x 2 GB). Your system supports dual-channel memory architecture. Refer to “Memory Configuration” on page 40 for details.
User Guide www.bull.com ■ LSI RAID ROM - RAID0, RAID1 and RAID10 support. - For Linux applications. - Set-up with the Intel Embedded RAID configuration utility. Refer to “RAID Configuration using the Intel® Embedded Server RAID BIOS Configuration Utility” on page 125. Refer to the “Advanced Menu” on page 291 for more information on how to select the controller that will be active in your system. ACPI The motherboard supports the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) as defined by the ACPI 2.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Specific Features Power Supply The system contains one auto-sensing 400-watt power supply at an operating frequency of 50/60 Hz. The power supply is designed to comply with existing emission standards and provide sufficient power for a fully loaded system configuration. Peripheral Bays The system supports a variety of standard PC AT-compatible peripheral devices. The chassis includes these peripheral bays: ■ One 3.5-inch file bay to install a 3.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Specific Features Peripheral Bays The system supports a variety of standard PC AT-compatible peripheral devices. The chassis includes these peripheral bays: ■ One slimline 5.25-inch file bay for the installation of an optical drive. ■ Two hard disk drive bays for the installation of SATA drives.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Specific Features Peripheral Bays The system supports a variety of standard PC AT-compatible peripheral devices. The chassis includes these peripheral bays: ■ Two 5.25-inch file bays for installing half-height 5.25-inch peripheral devices such as optional tape drives (An optical drive is factory-installed). A ■ One 3.5-inch bay. ■ The hard disk drive cage in which S-ATA or SAS hard disk drives can be installed.
User Guide www.bull.com Optional Features You will find hereafter information about the optional components that may be installed in your system. This is not an exhaustive list, some options may not be available any more, others may have been added.
User Guide www.bull.com DVD-ROM Drive Features ■ DVD read speed: 16X max ■ SMART-X Smart Monitoring & Adjusting Read-speed Technology for eXtraction ■ ABS® (Auto Balance System) mechanism to reduce vibration & noise while high speed rotating ■ Plug & Play with emergency manual eject ■ Belt Tray Loading Mechanism Specifications ■ Speed (max): - CD-ROM: 48x (7200 KB/s) - DVD-ROM: 16x (21600 KB/s) ■ Buffer size: 1.
User Guide www.bull.com DVD Writer Combination Drive Features ■ ATAPI / E-IDE Half-Height internal DVD+R / DVD+RW / DVD-R / DVD-RW / DVD+R DL / DVD-R DL / DVD-ROM / CD-R / CD-RW / CD-ROM combination drive. ■ Support Double Layer DVD +/- DL Recording Function. ■ SMART-BURN avoiding Buffer Under RunError, automatically adjusting writing strategy and running OPC to provide the best burning quality.
User Guide www.bull.com DAT72 Tape Backup Unit (USB) Please refer to the documentation on the Tape Online CD for more information.
User Guide www.bull.com DLT-V4 Tape Backup Unit (SATA) Note: The DLT-V4 is plugged on a PCI SATA controller card. Do not plug it directly on the motherboard. Please refer to the documentation on the Tape Online CD for more information.
User Guide www.bull.com DAT160 Tape Backup Unit (USB) Please refer to the documentation on the Tape Online CD for more information.
User Guide www.bull.com GoVault Backup Unit (SATA) Please refer to the documentation on the Tape Online CD for more information.
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User Guide www.bull.com S-ATA Hard Disk Drive ■ SATA II specification.
User Guide www.bull.com Adaptec SCSI Card 29320LPE This card is a PCIe x1 Ultra320 SCSI controller that is ideal as a SCSI tape drive connection solution thanks to its unparalleled PCIe connectivity, and the reliability and stability of a single-channel I/O interface. Note: refer to the Card User Guide for more information. ■ Interface: PCIe x1 ■ Data transfer rate: up to 320Mbyte/sec.
User Guide www.bull.com LSI 8708EM2 SAS/SATA RAID Controller Features ■ 8 SAS/SATA compatible ports ■ Optional battery backup module ■ Optional RAID5/6 key activation ■ Connect up to 16 intermixed SAS and SATA devices within the same array ■ Auto-resume on array rebuild ■ Auto resume array reconstruction ■ Online Capacity Expansion ■ Comprehensive management tools ■ Audible alarm circuit Specifications ■ Hardware Specifications: - LSI SAS 1078 RAID Chip - PCI Express compliant. - 3 Gb/s per lane.
User Guide www.bull.com Setting Up Your System This chapter describes how to select a site, unpack the system, make cable connections, and power on the system units. Information on front and rear panel features, switches and LEDs are also included in this chapter.
User Guide www.bull.com Unpacking the System When you receive your system, inspect the shipping containers prior to unpacking. If the shipping boxes are damaged, note the damage, and if possible, photograph it for reference. Remove the contents of the containers, and keep the cartons and the packing materials. If the contents appear damaged when you unpack the boxes, file a damage claim with the carrier immediately. The carton contains various accessories, as well as the system itself.
User Guide www.bull.com Setting Up Your Server (Rack) Setup Flow. Selecting t Select a suitable site for the server. Assemble the 19-inch rack assembly. Unpack the server and accessories from the shipping carton box. Install the server into the rack assembly. Connect the peripheral devices to the server. Connect the power cord to the server. Power on the server to start software setups. Setups depend on the optional internal devices installed and the peripheral devices connected.
User Guide www.bull.com Selecting Server Site To use the server, install it in a standard EIA 19-inch rack assembly. Refer to the documentation attached to the rack or contact your sales agent for more information about setting up the rack. Warning Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See “General Safety Information” on page 132 for details. ■ Do not use the server in any unapproved place.
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Place where a carpet that is not anti-static is laid. ■ Place where some objects may fall on the rack ■ Place near a device generating intense magnetic fields (such as a TV, radio, broadcast/communication antenna, power transmission wire, and electromagnetic crane) is placed. If it cannot be avoided, contact your sales agent to request proper shielding measures.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly This section provides the assembly instructions for mounting the server into a standard 19-inch rack cabinet. Note: The server shown in the pictures may be slightly different from your server system. Unpacking the Rack Installation Kit Although the rack installation kit is inspected and carefully packaged at the factory, damage may occur during shipping. Follow these steps for unpacking. 1.
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User Guide www.bull.com 2 Handles (A) 4 Handles fixing screws (B) 1 Hex key for frame grubscrews (C) Figure 26: Handles (A), screws (B) and hex key (C) If some of the parts listed above are missing or if the hardware is damaged, notify your server representative. Additional Parts for Future Use 8 (minimum) screws (TCB M5) Figure 27: Screws 8 (minimum) washers Figure 28: Washers Before You Begin Before you begin, please review the following cautions, warnings, and general guidelines.
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Do not disconnect or remove parts other than those specified in the procedure. ■ Do not touch I/O connector pins. ■ All screws are Phillips-head, unless otherwise specified. ■ On completion of any assembly or reassembly, perform a power-on test. If a fault occurs, verify that the assembly or reassembly was performed correctly. If the problem persists, see “Solving Problems” on page 264.
User Guide www.bull.com server power cord is plugged into an AC outlet that is part of the rack, then you must provide proper grounding for the rack itself. If server power cords are plugged into wall AC outlets, the safety grounding conductor in each power cord provides proper grounding only for the server. You must provide additional, proper grounding for the rack and other devices installed in it.
User Guide www.bull.com 2. Adjust the total length to fit the distance between the front and rear vertical rails of the rack before securing the screws. Figure 29: Right support rail front and rear parts, fixing screws and washers 3. Assemble the left support rail the same way. Installing the Support Rails 1. Install the right support rail (A) as shown in illustration. 2. Secure the rail to the front (B) and rear (C) vertical mounting rails with two flange head screws (D) and the washer plate (E).
User Guide www.bull.com a. b. c. d. Position the caged nut on the inside of the front vertical mounting rails. Hook the side lip of a caged nut into the square hole in the rail. Push the other side lip of the caged nut into the square hole in the rail until it is secured. Repeat for each caged nut. Figure 31: Inserting a caged nut 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the left support rail. Attaching the Handles to the Rack Mounting Frame Two handles are attached to the rack mounting frame.
User Guide www.bull.com 3. Install the rack mounting frame (A) on the server (B) as shown in the figure below. Figure 32: Installing the rack mounting frame on the server 4. Slide the rack mounting frame on the server until the front of the server protrude a little from the frame. 5. Replace the front panel. 6. Replace the right side door. 7. Align the rack mounting frame (A in the figure above) with the front panel (B). 8.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Server in the Rack Cabinet Warning The system can weigh up to 23.5 kg. If it contains numerous optional boards and peripheral devices, it will weigh more. To avoid personal injury, make sure you have at least one person help you lift or move the system. Do not use the handles of the rack mounting frame to lift the server. 1. Lift the server onto the support rails and slide it toward the rear of the cabinet. 2.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly This section provides the assembly instructions for mounting the server into a standard 19-inch rack cabinet. Two rack-mount kits are available for your server: - Rack-mount kit with short rails (standard). - Rack-mount kit with long rails (optional). A cable arm can be installed when these sliding rails are fitted.
User Guide www.bull.com Inserting a System into a Rack Before you begin, select an appropriate location in your rack cabinet for the rackmount server. To improve rack stability, mount heavier items towards the bottom of the rack cabinet. Note: When planning your system configuration for the rack cabinet you should consider the length of the cables that interconnect system components.
User Guide www.bull.com Caution Temperature: The operating temperature of the server, when installed in an equipment rack, must not go below 5 °C or rise above 35 °C. Extreme fluctuations in temperature can cause a variety of problems in your server. Ventilation: The equipment rack must provide sufficient airflow to the front of the server to maintain proper cooling. It must also include ventilation sufficient to exhaust the total sum of the Btu's per hour for the servers installed in the rack.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing the Rack Handles Installing the Rack Handles 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. If applicable, disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3. Attach the rack handle to the server system with two screws as shown in the figure below.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing a Rack Mount Kit with the Basic Rails Kit Contents Each rack mount kit contains the following: - Outer rail slide assembly (2) - letter “A” on the picture below. - Inner rail slide (2) - letter “B” on the picture below. - Rail safety stop (one each on inner slides) - letter “C” on the picture below. - Outer slide rail screws (8 #10-32 x 1/2), inner slide rail screws (8 #6-32 x 1/4), and rack screws (2 #10-32 x 3/4) - letter “D” on the picture below.
User Guide www.bull.com Assembly 1. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable. 2. Remove the inner rail from the rail assembly. a. Extend the inner rail until it locks (letter “A”). b. Depress the spring safety lock to release the inner rail (letter “B”). c. Remove the inner rail from the rail assembly (letter “C”). Figure 40: Removing the Inner Rail from the Rail Assembly 3. Optional: fix an extension to the rear of each slide rail.
User Guide www.bull.com 4. Determine the position in which you wish to install the system into the rack. 5. Attach the outer rail slides to the vertical mounting rails using: - two #10-32 x 1/2 screws at the front mounting rails, - two M5 screws and one washerplate (it only fits one way) at the rear mounting rails. Note: The rail flanges mount to the inside of each post.
User Guide www.bull.com 6. Attach the inner rails to the server chassis sidewalls a. Insert the inner rails over the server chassis sidewall studs (letter “A”). b. Slide the inner rails toward the front of the server chassis (letter “B”). c. Secure the inner rails with one #6-32 x 1/4 screw for each rail (letter “C”).
User Guide www.bull.com 7. Install the server chassis into the rack. a. Align the inner rails (attached to the server chassis) with the outer rail assemblies (attached to the rack). See letter “A”. Note: The inner slides must be positioned all the way forward in the rails to ensure proper installation of the server. b. Engage the matching rails and slide the server chassis into the rack (letter “B”) until the two safety stops lock into position (letter “C”).
User Guide www.bull.com c. d. e. Depress the two safety locks -one on each side- (letter “A”). Slide the server chassis all the way into the rack (letter “B”). Use the rack screws (#10-32 x 3/4) to secure the chassis and rack handles into the rack (letter “C”).
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User Guide www.bull.com Assembly 1. Power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable. 2. Set the multi-pin adapter for the rack-type. Figure 51: Front Multi-Pin Adapter and Bracket (set with square pins) The multi-pin adapters allow the slide rails to be used in racks that have square or round mounting holes. Note: The sliding rails are shipped with the multi-pin adapters set for square holes.
User Guide www.bull.com a. b. Rotate the swivel lock to the “up” position (letter “A”). Press the mounting pins together, and then pull completely out the multi-pin adapter from the multi-pin bracket (letter “B”). Figure 52: Changing the Adapter Pins Set c. Install the multi-pin adapter with the round pins facing out. Press the pins together while inserting the adapter into the bracket. Note: the multi-pin adapter is keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. Turn it around if it does not squarely fit.
User Guide www.bull.com Figure 53: Attaching the Extension to the Rail A: Multi-pin adapter B: Bracket with square holes C: Bracket with round holes a. 4. 5. 6. 7. Press together the round pins of the multi-pin adapter and insert the bracket with the square holes on the round pins. b. Release the round pins of the multi-adapter. Determine the position in which you wish to install the system into the rack. Align the left slide rail with its mounting holes.
User Guide www.bull.com 11. Repeat steps 5 through 10 for the right slide rail, ensuring that it is parallel and level with the left slide rail. 12. If you wish to install a cable arm, follow the instructions in “Installing a Cable Arm (with Sliding Rails Only)” on page 89 before going to step 13 13. Extend both slide rails into the fully extended (locked) position. 14. Align the mounting studs with the component mounting channels on the slide rails. 15.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing a Cable Arm (with Sliding Rails Only) Description The cable arm pivots at its rear mounting position, and slides along its front mounting position with the sliding rail track.
User Guide www.bull.com Installation Requirements The cable arm can be installed either on the left sliding rail, or on the right sliding rail (the mounting tabs on either end are identical). Regardless of the selected position, the cable arm must be oriented as shown below to properly function. Figure 56: Installing the Cable Arm on the Sliding Rails A: The open side of the channels are facing out. B: The cabling cut-outs are facing up.
User Guide www.bull.com Installation 1. Pull the slide rails out to the fully extended (locked) position. 2. Loosely position the cable arm in the mounting position, noting the placement requirements specified above. 3. Install the spacer block (letter “B”) in mounting position at the end of the cable arm chosen to be the rear (pivoting) end. Note: The black spacer block is provided in the plastic bag with the cabling straps.
User Guide www.bull.com 4. Attach the cable arm (along with the spacer block) to the rear of the sliding rail using the captive thumbscrews (letter “A” on Figure 57). 5. Open the locking clips on the anti-sag bar slider on both slide rails by lifting the silver tab. 6. Attach the anti-sag bar to the anti-sag bar sliders on the left and right slide rails. Figure 58: Attaching the Anti-Sag Bar 7. Place the ends of the anti-sag bar over the pins. Figure 59: Closing the Anti-Sag Bar Slider 8.
User Guide www.bull.com 10. Place and secure the cabling within the cable arm. a. Install the sytem in the slide rails, as described in steps 13 to 16 of “Installing a Rack Mount Kit with Sliding Rails (option)” on page 83, and fully extend the slide rails until they lock. b. Connect all the required cables to the component. c. Place the cables in the cable cutouts and into the cabling channels. d. Use the supplied straps to secure the cables within the cabling channels.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Rack Installation Kit Assembly This section provides the assembly instructions for mounting the server into a standard 19-inch rack cabinet. Unpacking the Rack Installation Kit Although the rack installation kit is inspected and carefully packaged at the factory, damage may occur during shipping. Follow these steps for unpacking. 1. Visually inspect the shipping containers; notify your carrier immediately of any damage. 2.
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User Guide www.bull.com 2 Washers for the M5x16 screws Figure 68: Washers 2 Caged nuts, to be used with the screws ("Figure 67: M5x16 screws" ) and washers ("Figure 68: Washers") to fix the filler to the mounting rails Figure 69: Caged nuts If some of the parts listed above are missing or if the hardware is damaged, notify your server representative.
User Guide www.bull.com Additional Parts for Future Use 8 (minimum) screws (TCB M5) Figure 70: Screws 8 (minimum) washers Figure 71: Washers Before You Begin Before you begin, please review the following cautions, warnings, and general guidelines. Warning Be sure that power to the system is turned off and unplugged. All voltage is removed only when the power cords are unplugged. ■ Avoid excessive vibration and shock. Dropping an electronic component can cause serious damage.
User Guide www.bull.com Assembly The following subsection describes how to assemble your rack-mount server into a standard 19-inch rack cabinet. Before you begin select an appropriate location in your rack cabinet for the rack-mount server. To improve rack stability, mount heavier items towards the bottom of the rack cabinet. If the rack is a stand-alone unit and the rack is more than 75% filled with components, consider installing an optional stabilizer kit.
User Guide www.bull.com provides proper grounding only for the server. You must provide additional, proper grounding for the rack and other devices installed in it. Caution Temperature: The operating temperature of the server, when installed in an equipment rack, must not go below 5 °C or rise above 35 °C. Extreme fluctuations in temperature can cause a variety of problems in your server.
User Guide www.bull.com 2. Adjust the total length to fit the distance between the front and rear vertical rails of the rack before securing the screws. Figure 72: Right support rail front and rear parts 3. Assemble the left support rail the same way. Installing the Support Rails 1. Install the right support rail (A) as shown in illustration. 2. Secure the rail to the front (B) and rear (C) vertical mounting rails with two flange head screws (D) and the washer plate (E).
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Push the other side lip of the caged nut into the square hole in the rail until it is secured. Figure 74: Inserting a caged nut 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the left support rail. Installing the Filler on the Server Install the filler on the server as follows: 1. Remove the right side door as described in “Removing or Installing the Left side cover” on page 207. 2. Remove the four plastic plugs from the top side cover.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Server in the Rack Cabinet Warning The system can weigh up to 23.5 kg. If it contains numerous optional boards and peripheral devices, it will weigh more. To avoid personal injury, make sure you have at least one person help you lift or move the system. 1. Lift the server onto the support rails and slide it toward the rear of the cabinet. 2.
User Guide www.bull.com Setting Up Your System (Tower) This chapter describes how to select a site, unpack the system, make cable connections, and power on the system units. Setup Flow. Select a suitable site for the system. Unpack the system and accessories from the shipping carton box. Connect peripheral devices to the system. Connect the power cord to the system. Power on the system to start software setups.
User Guide www.bull.com Selecting System Site Warning Observe the following instructions to use the system safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See “General Safety Information” on page 132 for details. ■ Do not use the system in any unapproved place. ■ Do not connect the ground line to a gas pipe. Caution Failure to follow the instructions listed below may cause a fire, personal injury, or property damage.
User Guide www.bull.com Making Connections Connect your keyboard, monitor, and mouse. Also connect any external peripheral devices such as a printer or scanner by following the instructions included with these devices. Caution Damage to the system may result if the keyboard/ mouse cable (other than USB) is inserted or removed when power is applied to the system. Inserting a telephone line connector into a LAN RJ-45 port may result in personal injury and equipment damage.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Power Supply Connecting the Power Cord Plug the female end of the AC power cord shipped with your system into the input receptacle on the rear of the power supply shipped with your system. Plug the male end of the power cord into NEMA 5-15R outlet for 100-120 VAC or NEMA 6-15R outlet for 200-240 VAC.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Power Supply Connecting the Power Cord Plug the female end of the AC power cord shipped with your system into the input receptacle on the rear of the power supply shipped with your system. Plug the male end of the power cord into NEMA 5-15R outlet for 100-120 VAC or NEMA 6-15R outlet for 200-240 VAC.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Power Supply Depending on your configuration, your system features one of the power supplies described below: ■ A hot-swappable power supply fitted with one or two power supply modules (implying redundancy features). ■ A fixed power supply. Connecting the Power Cord(s) Plug the female end of the AC power cord(s) shipped with your system into the input receptacle(s) on the rear of your system power supply.
User Guide www.bull.com Hot-Swappable Power Supply Features This hot-swappable power supply consists of two independent modules. It can function properly with only one module. However, if two modules are fitted, if one of the power modules should fail, the other one will supply power to the system until you can change the failed module. The failed module can be hot-swapped. Note: Connect both power modules to power outlets to ensure continuous operation.
User Guide www.bull.com Hot-Swapping a Power Module Warning Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts inside it; servicing of the power supply should be done only by technically qualified personnel. 1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions listed in “General Safety Information” on page 132. 2. Remove the power cable from the defective power supply. Warning Put on protective gloves before you follow the instructions below.
User Guide www.bull.com Using the System The following sections describe how to use this system properly and safely, including an explanation of the system power on/off sequences, what the POST program checks in the system, and how to perform a forced power shutdown. When using the system the following precautions should be observed: ■ Make sure you power off the system before connecting or disconnecting cables between the system and peripheral devices.
User Guide www.bull.com Powering On your System Caution Never turn off the system before the characters following the Boot-BIOS logo are displayed on the screen. Power on your system as follows. 1. Make sure all external devices, such as a video display, keyboard, and mouse (optional) have been connected, and that their power cords are connected. 2. Power on the video display and any other external devices.
User Guide www.bull.com Caution Always allow the POST to complete before powering down your system. If you have problems powering on your system, see “Solving Problems” on page 264. If an operating system was factory-installed on your system, you can start using it. If not, insert the ExpressBuilder disc into the optical disc drive, reboot the system and follow the screen prompts to run ExpressBuilder.
User Guide www.bull.com Powering Off your System To turn the system power off: 1. Shutdown the operating system (OS). In most cases, this will shut down the system after a few seconds (the POWER lam turns off). This is called a software power-off. If necessary, press the POWER switch on the front of the computer chassis again to power off the system. The POWER lamp turns off. 2. Power off the peripheral devices.
User Guide www.bull.com Forcing a Power Shutdown A forced power shutdown can be used when performing a soft power-off or pressing the power on/off switch does not power off the system. To perform a forced power shutdown, press on the power on/off switch located on the front panel of the system for at least 4 seconds to force the system power off. To power on after a forced shutdown, wait at least 10 seconds and then power on again.
User Guide www.bull.com Resetting the System There are two ways to reset the system. Caution Resetting the system clears the DIMM memory and the data in process. To reset the system when it is not frozen, make sure that no processing is in progress. ■ Soft reset If the system halts before starting the OS, press and hold Ctrl and Alt and press Delete. This restarts the system. ■ Hard reset (depending on your configuration) Press the reset button at the front of the system.
User Guide www.bull.com Configuring Your System Configuration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration. ■ RAID Configuration Utilities Depending on your configuration (SATA, SCSI, SAS, combination of these) and on your disk drive controller, one or several RAID Configuration Software Utilities may be available on your system. These software utilities may allow you to perform some of the following actions: configure the RAID level, setup arrays, format the drives, etc.
User Guide www.bull.com Configuring RAID RAID Configuration Utility The RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Devices) option available for your system is either a RAID controller board, a RAID chipset on the motherboard, or both (depending on your configuration) which gives your system the added security of fault tolerance. ■ If you want to change the RAID level or add additional hard disk drives to the array, use the RAID configuration utility.
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Levels RAID Configuration RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 RAID 5 Number of required hard disk drives 2 2 4 3 RAID 0 and RAID 1 ■ RAID0 (striping) When a logical drive is striped, the read and write blocks of data are interleaved between the sectors of multiple disk drives. Performance is increased, since the workload is balanced between drives or “members” that form the logical drive. Identical drives are recommended for performance as well as data storage efficiency.
User Guide www.bull.com when set up in a mirrored logical drive. Similar to RAID 0 striping, if disk drives of different capacities are used, there will also be unused capacity on the larger drive. Warning ■ RAID1 reads or writes data to/from the several hard disk drives at the same time. The disk access performance is lower than the single disk. ■ Logical capacity of the array is equal to one hard disk drive connected. Raid 10 & RAID 5 These RAID levels may also be available on your system.
User Guide www.bull.com ■ RAID 5 RAID level 5 organizes data across the disk drives of the logical drive, and distributes parity information across the disk drives along with the data blocks. This organization allows increased performance by accessing multiple disk drives simultaneously for each operation, as well as fault tolerance by providing parity data. In the event of a disk drive failure, data can be re-calculated by the RAID system based on the remaining data and the parity information.
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Configuration using Intel Matrix Storage Manager Description The Intel Matrix Storage Manager software provides the following features: ■ Serial ATA RAID driver providing high performance RAID 0, fault-tolerant RAID 1, high capacity & fault-tolerant RAID 5, high performance & fault-tolerant RAID 10, and matrix RAID for the benefits of two RAID volumes on a single array.
User Guide www.bull.com 2. Type in a volume name and press Enter, or simply press Enter to accept the default name. 3. Select the RAID level by scrolling through the available values (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10) by using the arrows keys. 4. Press Enter after you have selected the desired RAID level. 5. Unless you have selected RAID 1, select the strip value for the RAID array by scrolling through the available values by using the arrows keys and pressing Enter.
User Guide www.bull.com Resetting Disks to Non-RAID Note: Possible reasons to ‘Reset Disks to Non-RAID’ could include issues such as incompatible RAID configurations, a failed volume or a failed member of a RAID 0 volume. Warning All data on the RAID drives and any internal RAID structures will be lost unless the drives are members of a RAID 1 volume. Resetting drives that are members of a RAID 1 volume to nonRAID will not result in the loss of data on those member drives. 1.
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Configuration using the Intel® Embedded Server RAID BIOS Configuration Utility Description The Intel® Embedded Server RAID BIOS Configuration utility allows a user to: ■ Create, add, modify, and clear logical drive configurations. ■ Initialize or rebuild the configured drives. ■ Set the boot drive. ■ Create a global hotspare drive. ■ View physical and logical drive parameters. ■ View and set adapter properties, including consistency check and auto-resume.
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Configuration using the MegaRAID Configuration Utility Use this utility to set up the RAID configuration of your hard disk drives. Notes: For more information, refer to the specific documentation included on the ExpressBuilder DVD-ROM.
User Guide www.bull.com RAID Configuration using the Universal RAID Utility Use this utility to set up the RAID configuration of your hard disk drives. Notes: For more information, refer to the specific documentation included on the ExpressBuilder DVD-ROM.
User Guide www.bull.com Configuring the BMC Overview The servers’ Integrated Baseboard Management Controller (iBMC) provides the ability for IPMI-based management systems to monitor and retrieve information from the server ‘Out-Of-Band’, independent of whether any operating system is running. To permit management systems to do this it is necessary to configure the BMC with an IP address and user credentials. This is done using the SYSCFG (System Configuration) command line utility.
User Guide www.bull.com IP address Configuration Note: The IP address of the BMC operates independently of any operating system IP address and must be unique to avoid conflicts. IP address Syntax: syscfg /lhi Example: syscfg /lhi 192.168.1.10 Subnet Mask Syntax:syscfg /lsm Example: syscfg /lsm 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway Syntax:syscfg /lgi Example: syscfg /lgi 192.168.1.
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User Guide www.bull.com User Name It is not possible to delete a user – only change its’ name. To change the name of a user, use the following command: Syntax:syscfg /un Example: syscfg /un5 necuser User Password To change the password of a user, run the following command: Syntax:syscfg /up Example: syscfg /up5 necpass With the IP address and User IDs configured, an IPMI-based management system can now communicate directly with the BMC.
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Your System General Safety Information Warning The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel does not turn off completely the system AC power. +5vdc is present on the system board whenever the AC power cord connects the system to an AC outlet. Before doing the procedures in this manual, make sure that your system is powered off and unplug the AC power cord from the back of the chassis.
User Guide www.bull.com Static Precautions An electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, option boards, and other components. You can ensure some ESD protection by wearing an anti-static wrist strap attached to chassis ground when handling system components. Electronic devices can be easily damaged by static electricity. To prevent damage, keep them in their protective packaging when they are not installed in your system.
User Guide www.bull.com Cabling SATA Devices The S-ATA Cable Your system comes equipped with several S-ATA cables. Both connectors go either to a drive or to the motherboard. Figure 79: S-ATA Cable Note: The color of the S-ATA cable and connectors may differ from the color of the cable shown in the picture. System Power Cables Power cables come from the power supply and are attached to standard storage devices.
User Guide www.bull.com Cabling a S-ATA Drive All storage devices require power and DATA cable connections. Devices shipped with the system are already connected. The following procedure explains how to attach the cables to a drive. 1. Connect the S-ATA cable connector to the matching pins on the storage device. ■ Take care to prevent bending drive connector pins. ■ Align the cable connector to the matching pins on the drive. 2. Locate an available power connector coming from the power supply. 3.
User Guide www.bull.com Cabling SAS Devices The SAS Cable Your system comes equipped with one of the following SAS cables, depending on the hard disk drives controller you have selected. Note: The color of the SAS cable may differ from the color of the cable shown in the picture. Refer to the instructions included in the Installing Hard Disk Drives or Hard Disk Drives Cage chapters (depending on your configuration) for more information on the motherboard to backplane connection.
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User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T810 E1 Upgrade Removing or Installing the Right Side Door The right side door provides access to the disk drive bays, to the motherboard and to the 5.25 and 3.5-inch bays. Removing the Right Side Door 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3.
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Right Side Door Avoid damaging your system - before replacing the right side door, make sure no cables or other devices protrude from the chassis. Note: If you have previously removed the front panel, be sure to fasten it securely to the chassis before restoring the cover. The front panel must be securely connected to the chassis before you replace the cover. 1.
User Guide www.bull.com Removing and Replacing the Front Panel Removing the Front Panel 1. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 139 2. Locate the front panel release latches (A) and gently pull them to release the left side of the front panel. Figure 88: Pop-in Tabs 3. Once the left side is free, pivot the front panel toward you until it is totally released. Replacing the Front Panel 1.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing a 5.25-inch Device This section of the chapter describes how to add and remove 5.25-inch devices. You can install a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, COMBO DVD-ROM CD-RW or DVD+R9 Drive, tape backup unit, or other 5-25 inch devices in the additional 5.25-inch bay. See the installation instructions included with those items for specific installation information. Adding a 5.25-inch Device 1. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 139. 2.
User Guide www.bull.com Removing a 5.25-inch device 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 139. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 141. Unconnect the cable(s) from the 5.25-inch device. Press both slide rails ends (A) to release the 5.25-inch device Pull the 5.25-inch device out of the frame. Replace the front panel. See “Replacing the Front Panel” on page 141. Replace the right side door.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing a 3.5-inch Floppy Disk Drive Removing a 3.5-inch Floppy Disk Drive 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 139. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 141. Disconnect the cables from the floppy disk drive. Press both slide rails ends to release the floppy disk drive Pull the floppy disk drive out of the frame. Replace the front panel. See “Replacing the Front Panel” on page 141.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing Hard Disk Drives Removing a Hard Disk Drive 1. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 139. 2. Loosen the screw (A) securing the HDD bracket and the 3.5/5.25-inch bracket together. 3. Locate the HDD bracket latch (B). Figure 91: HDD Bracket Screw and Latch 4. Disconnect the data cable and the power cable from each installed hard disk drive.
User Guide www.bull.com 5. Both holding the HDD bracket and pressing down the latch, gently slide the HDD bracket out of the chassis. Figure 92: Sliding the HDD Bracket out 6. The hard disk drive is secured to the bracket with 3 screws located on both sides of the hard disk drive. Remove these screws, and slide the hard disk drive out of the bracket. 7. Set the hard disk drive aside. Installing a Hard Disk Drive Caution Make sure to install hard disks starting from the upper slot. 1.
User Guide www.bull.com 5. Locate the HDD bracket latch (B). Figure 93: HDD Bracket Screw and Latch Caution Be careful when working around the cables connected to the already installed drives. If necessary disconnect these cables, but be sure to note which device each cable or power lead was attached to. 6. Notice the screw holes located on each side of the HDD bracket, and the corresponding screw holes located on the hard disk drive you mean to install.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing an Expansion Card Your computer's motherboard features several expansion slots that can accommodate accessory expansion cards, such as a SCSI board or a RAID board. Specific Recommendations RAID Controller Take the following into consideration when installing either a S-ATA Disk array controller or a SCSI Disk array controller. Refer to the manual that comes with the RAID controller for more details.
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Plug the graphics cards onto a specific power connector on the motherboard. See “Motherboard” on page 34. Caution Failure to specifically power 75W or greater add-in cards may damage both the motherboard and the add-in cards.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing an Expansion Card 1. Remove the computer right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 139. 2. Locate the add-on card holder near the slot you mean to fit with an expansion card. Figure 94: Add-on Card Holders 3. Pull up the relevant latch and slide it out. 4. Remove the expansion slot cover from the chassis and set it aside. Save the expansion slot cover in a safe place in case you ever need to replace it.
User Guide www.bull.com Removing an Expansion Card from Your System 1. Remove the computer right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 139. 2. Locate the add-on card holder near the slot from which you mean to remove an expansion card. Figure 96: Add-on Card Holders 3. Pull up the relevant latch and slide it out. 4. Do not touch any components on the card - handle it only by its edges, to avoid risk of damage from electrostatic discharge.
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Microprocessor Your system is fitted with a processor installed in a socket LGA 775. Removing a Processor 1. Open the server chassis. 2. If your chassis is a tower chassis, lay the unit on its left side, the instructions will be easier to follow. 3. Disconnect the fan cable(s) from the processor fan connector(s) on the motherboard. 4. Remove the processor heatsink: - Remove the four screws fastening the heatsink to the motherboard.
User Guide www.bull.com 6. Grasp the processor (use your index to hold the load plate side, and your thumb to hold the lever side). 7. Lift the processor straight and away. 8. Set the processor immediately in its protective cover. - Hold the CPU by three of its corners. - The chamber of the protective cover should match the connection 1 on the CPU. - The rentention tabs on the cover and the processor contacts should point each other. Installing a CPU 1.
User Guide www.bull.com Caution Do not tilt the processor or shift it into place, doing so may damage the sensitive contacts. 5. Check that the orientation notches and the connection 1 indicator are properly fitted to the socket body. 6. Close the soket: - Close the load plate. - Press gently on the load plate and engage the load lever. - Secure the load lever under its retention tab. 7. Remove the heatsink from its packaging materials. 8. Place the heatsink on the processor socket.
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Random Access Memory (RAM) Recommended Memory Configuration Refer to “Memory Configuration” on page 40 for more information. Checking System Memory If you do not know how much memory is installed in your system, check the amount by using the relevant following procedure. 1. On the Windows desktop, click on Start, and select Control Panel. 2. Click on Switch to classic view. 3. Double click on the System icon, and click on the General tab.
User Guide www.bull.com 2. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 141. 3. Locate the memory upgrade sockets on the motherboard. C D B A DIMM 1A Socket DIMM 2B Socket DIMM 2A Socket DIMM 1B Socket AF002309 Figure 101: Upgrading the Memory 4. Press the plastic clips at the outer edge of the socket away from the memory module. This ejects the memory module from the socket (see “A” on Figure 101). Do not touch the module's metal "fingers.
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Battery All motherboards use a battery to maintain system configuration information. If it fails to maintain system configuration, replace it with an identically rated battery from the same manufacturer. Replace the battery as described below: Caution Removing the battery from the motherboard causes the computer to lose system configuration information. Before removing it, run Setup and record the system configuration settings.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Upgrade Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel Please note that the front bezel is optional. Removing the Front Bezel 1. Follow the precautions listed in “Preparing Your System for Upgrade” on page 133. 2. Unlock the bezel. 3. Pull the bezel from the chassis.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Front Bezel 1. At each end of the bezel, line up the center notch on the bezel with the center guide on the rack handles. 2. Push the bezel onto the front of the server until it clicks into place. 3. Lock the bezel.
User Guide www.bull.com Removing or Installing the Server Cover The server must be operated with the server cover in place to ensure proper cooling. Remove the cover to add or replace components inside of the server. None of the internal components are hot-swappable. Note: Use a nonskid surface or a stop behind the server to prevent it from sliding on your work surface. Removing the Server Cover 1.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Server Cover 1. Place the cover over the server so that the side edges of the cover sit just inside the server sidewalls. Slide the cover forward. See letter “A” in Figure 105. 2. Tighten the screw at the rear of the server. See letter “B” in Figure 105. 3. Install the two screws at the front of the server. See letter “C”. Figure 105: Installing the Server Cover 4. Reconnect all peripheral devices and the AC power cord.
User Guide www.bull.com Removing or Installing the Processor Duct Always operate your server with the processor air duct in place. The air duct is required for proper airflow within the server. Removing the Processor Air Duct 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Processor Air Duct 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3. Remove the server cover. Refer to “Removing the Server Cover” on page 160. 4.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing a 5.25-inch Device This section of the chapter describes how to add and remove 5.25-inch devices. You can install an optical disc drive, tape backup unit, or other 5.25-inch devices in the additional 5.25-inch bay. Note: Additional power and/or data cables may be included with your system. In this case, store them in a safe place, you will need them if you decide to add additional drives. Installing a Slimline Optical Device 1.
User Guide www.bull.com 6. First time installation only: Remove the knock-out by rocking it back and forth. See letter “A” in the figure below. The knock-out cannot be reinstalled. Figure 109: Removing the Knock-out from the Sheet Metal Panel 7. Attach the optical drive to the brackets using four screws.
User Guide www.bull.com 8. 9. 10. 11. Slide the optical drive assembly in through the front of the chassis. Reinstall the screw that you removed in step 6. Connect the power and data cables on the optical drive. Insert the PCI cooling fan onto the mounting pegs that are located behind the optical drive bay. The fan label should face the rear of the system. See letter “A”. Figure 111: Installing the PCI Cooling Fan 12. Optional: replace the front bezel. Refer to “Installing the Front Bezel” on page 159.
User Guide www.bull.com Removing a Slimline Optical Drive 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3. Remove the server cover. Refer to “Removing the Server Cover” on page 160. 4. Remove the bezel if it is installed. Refer to “Removing the Front Bezel” on page 158. 5.
User Guide www.bull.com 8. Slide the optical drive out through the front of the system. See letter “D” in the figure below. Figure 113: Removing the Optical Drive 9. Remove the four screws that hold the optical drive to the brackets as shown in the figure below. Save these screws for future use.
User Guide www.bull.com 10. Insert the PCI cooling fan onto the mounting pegs that are located behind the optical drive bay. The fan label should face the rear of the system. Figure 115: Installing the PCI Cooling Fan 11. Optional: replace the front bezel. Refer to “Installing the Front Bezel” on page 159. 12. Replace the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover” on page 161. 13. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable into the server.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing Hard Disk Drives Caution The hard drives are NOT hot swappable. Before removing or replacing a hard drive, you must first take the server out of service, turn off all peripheral devices connected to the system, turn off the system by pressing the power button, and unplug the AC power cord from the system or wall outlet. Up to two SATA drives can be installed. The drives do not need to be installed in order; HDD1 can be installed before HDD0.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing a Hard Disk Drive 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3. Remove the server cover. Refer to “Removing the Server Cover” on page 160. 4. Locate the drive position you want to use.
User Guide www.bull.com 6. Lift the drive carrier from the chassis. See letter “B” in the figure. Figure 117: Removing the Drive Carrier 7. Position the drive with the drive connectors facing up, as shown by the figure below. 8. Set the drive carrier over the drive, as shown by the letter “A” in the figure. The data and power connectors must be positioned so they are accessible through the cut-out, shown by letter “B”. 9. Use the four screws provided to attach the drive to the carrier.
User Guide www.bull.com 10. Set the drive assembly into place in the chassis. See letter “A” in the figure below. 11. Attach the drive assembly to the chassis with the screw that you removed in Step 6. See letter “B” in the figure below. Note: The assembly that contains the optical drive bracket must be installed at the left side of the system.. Figure 119: Installing the Drive Assembly - HDD1 only: Route the power cable into the cable clip on the top of the hard drive bracket.
User Guide www.bull.com ■ If a drive is installed in the HDD0 carrier, attach the middle connector on the daisy chain power cable to the HDD0 power connector. See letter “D” in Figure 120. Figure 120: Connecting the Hard Drive Power and Data Cables 14. Replace the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover” on page 161.
User Guide www.bull.com Removing a Hard Disk Drive 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3. Remove the server cover. Refer to “Removing the Server Cover” on page 160. 4. Disconnect the power and data cables from the drive.
User Guide www.bull.com We strongly recommended you use special software or service for data erasure in order to avoid any troubles. For details on data erasure, ask your sales representative. Note: If you are installing a new drive, skip the rest of these steps and instead see “Installing a Hard Disk Drive” on page 171, beginning with step 8. 9. Insert the screws that held the drive in the carrier into the screw locations on the carrier for future use. 10.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing the Motherboard Warning This procedure must only be performed by a service representative certified by Bull. Removing the Motherboard 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices from the system. 3. Remove the server cover. Refer to “Removing the Server Cover” on page 160. 4.
User Guide www.bull.com 9. Remove the nine screws from the server board (see letter “A”) and lift the server board from the server (see letter “B”).
User Guide www.bull.com 10. Place the server board into the server as shown by letter “A” in Figure 124. 11. Attach the server board with nine screws. See letter “B” in the figure below. Figure 124: Installing the Server Board 12. Install the processor. Refer to “Installing a Processor” on page 195. 13. Install the DIMMs. Refer to “Removing and Replacing a DDR2 module” on page 198. 14. Install the PCI riser assembly. Refer to “Installing the PCI Riser Assembly” on page 201. 15.
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Power Supply Warning This procedure must only be performed by a service representative certified by Bull. Caution The power supply is NOT hot swappable. The power supply can be replaced if it fails or if one of the fans that is integrated into it fails. To replace the power supply, use the following instructions. 1.
User Guide www.bull.com - HDD1 power connector, if a hard drive is installed here.
User Guide www.bull.com 5. Remove the screw at the back of the server, next to the AC power input. Save this screw. You will re-insert it later. See letter “A” in Figure 126. 6. Lift up slightly on the front of the power supply until it clears the foot at the bottom of the chassis. See letter “B” in Figure 126. 7. Slide the power supply forward (see letter “C”) and then lift it from the chassis.
User Guide www.bull.com 8. Insert the replacement power supply at an angle into the server, sliding the power connector side in first to fit it through the cut-out area at the rear of the system. See letter “A” in Figure 127. 9. Set the front of the power supply down pushing the power supply back so it fits behind the foot at the bottom of the chassis. See letter “B” in Figure 127. 10. Insert the screw you removed in step 5 to attach the power supply to the server. See letter “C”.
User Guide www.bull.com - Optical drive power, if an optical drive is installed. Use the end connector on the power supply. A B C D E AF002476 Figure 128: Connecting Power Cables 12. Replace the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover” on page 161. 13. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable into the server.
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Front Panel Board Warning This procedure must only be performed by a service representative certified by Bull. Caution The control panel is NOT hot swappable. Your server must be operated with a control panel installed. 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices from the system. 3.
User Guide www.bull.com 8. Insert the replacement front panel board into the server over the two standoffs. Press down gently until the board clicks into place. 9. Use the two screws you removed in step 7 to attach the front panel board to the system. 10. Connect the USB cable and the front panel cable. 11. Connect the HDD1 power and data cables. Figure 130: Installing the Front Panel Board 12. Replace the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover” on page 161. 13.
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing a Cooling Fan Warning This procedure must only be performed by a service representative certified by Bull. Caution The fans are NOT hot swappable. The blower fans can be individually replaced if one of them fails. If a fan in the power supply fails, the power supply must be replaced. Use the steps below to replace a system blower fan or the PCI cooling fan. Note: The fans that are integrated into the power supply cannot be replaced separately.
User Guide www.bull.com 5. Disconnect the two fan cables from the server board (see letter “B” in the figure below) and untie the cable tie (see letter “C” in the figure below). A B C Figure 131: Disconnecting System Blower Fans 6. Remove the three screws that hold the fan bracket in place. Save these screws. You will re-install them later. See letter “A” in Figure 132. 7. Remove the fan cable from beneath the clip at the front of the fan bracket. See letter “B” in Figure 132.
User Guide www.bull.com 8. Lift the fan bracket from the server. Lift the bracket at an angle, front of the bracket first, to clear the hard disk drive brackets. See letter “C” in Figure 132. A C B Figure 132: Removing Bracket and System Blower Fans 9. Turn the bracket over and remove the two screws that attach the failed fan to the bracket. See letter “A” in Figure 133. Note: Save these screws. You will reinstall them later.
User Guide www.bull.com 10. Lift the fan from the bracket. See letter “B” in the figure below. Figure 133: Removing Fan from Fan Bracket 11. Install the replacement fan onto the bracket, using the two screws you removed in step 9. 12. Set the fan assembly into the system. Insert the rear edge first and push the assembly slightly rearward to clear the hard disk drive brackets. Use caution to make sure you do not pinch any cables. 13.
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the PCI Cooling Fan 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices from the system. 3. Remove the server cover. Refer to “Removing the Server Cover” on page 160. 4. Disconnect the fan cable from the server board. 5. Lift the fan from the system. Figure 135: Removing the PCI Cooling Fan 6.
User Guide www.bull.com Cable Routing When you add or remove components from your server, make sure your cables are routed correctly before reinstalling the server cover. Use caution to make sure no cables or wires are pinched and that the airflow from the fans is not blocked. Use the figures below to determine the correct cable routing. For readability, separate figures for power cable routing and data cable routing are included below.
User Guide www.bull.com Data Cable Routing A C D B E Figure 137: Data Cable Routing A. Front panel USB D. SATA 2 to HDD1 B. Front panel E. SATA 0 to Optical drive C.
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Microprocessor Your system is fitted with a processor installed in a socket LGA 775. Removing a Processor 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3. Remove the server cover. Refer to “Removing the Server Cover” on page 160. 4.
User Guide www.bull.com - The rentention tabs on the cover and the processor contacts should point each other. Installing a Processor 1. Remove the processor from its shipping materials, and, if applicable, remove its protective cover. Figure 139: Removing from the shipping materials Caution ■ Do not touch the processor sensitive contacts. ■ Hold the processor by the substrate edges. 2. Locate the connection 1 indicator and the two orientation key notches on the CPU and on the socket. 3.
User Guide www.bull.com 5. Check that the orientation notches and the connection 1 indicator are properly fitted to the socket body. 6. Close the soket: - Close the load plate. - Press gently on the load plate and engage the load lever. - Secure the load lever under its retention tab. 7. Remove the heatsink from its packaging materials. Caution The heat sink has Thermal Interface Material (TIM) located on the bottom of it. Use caution when you unpack the heat sink so you do not damage the TIM. 8.
User Guide www.bull.com 10. Secure the heatsink: - Hold the heatsink to prevent it from tilting, and tighten the screws. Figure 141: Securing the Heatsink 11. Connect the fan cable(s) to the header(s) on the motherboard. 12. Secure the excess cable with a tie-wrap to ensure that the cable does not interfere with fan operation or make contact with other components. 13. Replace the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover” on page 161.
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Random Access Memory (RAM) Recommended Memory Configuration Refer to “Memory Configuration” on page 40 for more information. Removing and Replacing a DDR2 module Figure 142: DDR2 Memory Module Sample If your memory configuration requires the removal of a module, perform the following steps: 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132).
User Guide www.bull.com 4. Locate the memory upgrade sockets on the motherboard. C D B A DIMM 1A Socket DIMM 2B Socket DIMM 2A Socket DIMM 1B Socket AF002309 Figure 143: Upgrading the Memory 5. Press the plastic clips at the outer edge of the socket away from the memory module. This ejects the memory module from the socket (see “A” on Figure 143). Do not touch the module's metal "fingers." Store the module in an anti-static bag (available at electronic supply stores) or a cardboard box. 6.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing the PCI Riser Assembly Caution The PCI riser assembly is NOT hot swappable. Removing the PCI Riser Assembly To remove the PCI riser assembly, use the following instructions. 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3.
User Guide www.bull.com 6. If you need to add or replace a PCI riser connector, see “Installing and Removing a PCI Riser Card” on page 202. 7. If you need to add or replace a PCI add-in card, see “Installing and Removing a PCI Add-in Card” on page 204. 8. If you removed the PCI riser assembly for another procedure, continue with that procedure. Installing the PCI Riser Assembly Note: For clarity, the figure in this series of instructions does not show an attached add-in card.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing a PCI Riser Card Caution The PCI riser card is NOT hot swappable. You can install a full-height PCI Express riser with one PCI Express x8 slot. Note: To avoid installing the replacement connector on the wrong side of the PCI riser assembly, replace one connector at a time. Removing a PCI Riser Card 1.
User Guide www.bull.com 8. Install the replacement riser connector, if desired. For instructions, see “Installing a PCI Riser Card” on page 203. 9. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server. For instructions, see “Installing the PCI Riser Assembly” on page 201. 10. Install the server cover. For instructions, see “Installing the Server Cover” on page 161. 11. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable into the server. Installing a PCI Riser Card 1.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing a PCI Add-in Card Caution The add-in cards are NOT hot swappable Installing a PCI Add-in Card 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2. Disconnect the monitor and peripheral devices (printers, for instance) from the system. 3. Remove the server cover. Refer to “Removing the Server Cover” on page 160. 4.
User Guide www.bull.com 9. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server. Refer to“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly” on page 201. 10. Install the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover” on page 161. 11. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable into the server. Removing a PCI Add-in Card 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2.
User Guide www.bull.com 9. Install the PCI riser assembly into the server. Refer to“Installing the PCI Riser Assembly” on page 201. 10. Re-install the processor air duct. Refer to “Installing the Processor Air Duct” on page 163. 11. Install the server cover. Refer to “Installing the Server Cover” on page 161. 12. Plug all peripheral devices and the AC power cable into the server.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Chassis Upgrade Removing or Installing the Left side cover The left side cover provides access to the disk drive bays, to the motherboard and to the 5.25 and 3.5-inch bays. Removing the Left Side Cover 1. Make sure the power switches for the computer, video monitor and any peripheral devices are turned OFF and unplug the power cord (see “General Safety Information” on page 132). 2.
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Left Side Cover Avoid damaging your system - before replacing the left side cover, make sure no cables or other devices protrude from the chassis. 1. Take a few moments to examine the interior side of the cover, and notice the rails and hooks inside the cover. 2.
User Guide www.bull.com Removing and Replacing the Front Panel Removing the Front Panel 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Removing the Left Side Cover” on page 207 2. 3. 4. Disengage the two panel tabs from the left side of the chassis (A). Rotate the left side of the front panel assembly outward slightly (B). Disengage the three clips that attach the right side of the front panel assembly to the chassis and remove the front cover (C).
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Front Panel 1. Line up the three clips on the right-side of the front bezel assembly with the corresponding slots on the right-side of the chassis (A). Engage the clips with the slots (B). 2. Rotate the left side of the the front bezel assembly towards the chassis (C). 3. Snap the two bezel tabs into the corresponding recesses at the left edge of the chassis front panel (D).
User Guide www.bull.com Installing or Removing a 5.25-inch Device This section of the chapter describes how to add and remove 5.25-inch devices. You can install an optical disc drive, tape backup unit, or other 5.25-inch devices in the additional 5.25-inch bay. Note: Additional power and/or data cables may be included with your system. In this case, store them in a safe place, you will need them if you decide to add additional drives. Adding a 5.25-inch Device 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove the left side cover.
User Guide www.bull.com 5. 6. 7. 8. Insert the drive into the 5.25-inch device drive bay (C). Line up the holes in the optical disc drive with the holes in the chassis (D). Move the latch to the “lock” position (E). Connect the cable(s) to the rear of the optical disc drive. Figure 155: Installing an Optical Disc Drive 9. If necessary, remove the filler plate from the front bezel assembly. TP01723 10. Replace the front panel. See “Replacing the Front Panel” on page 210. 11.
User Guide www.bull.com Removing a 5.25-inch Drive 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Remove the left side cover. See “Removing the Left Side Cover” on page 207. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 209. Disconnect the cable(s) from the rear of the optical disc drive. Move the latch to the “unlock” position (A). Slide the optical disc drive out of the device drive bay (B). Figure 156: Removing an Optical Disc Drive 6. When reinstalling a new optical disc drive, see “Adding a 5.
User Guide www.bull.com Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drives Note: Additional power and/or data cables may be included with your system. In this case, store them in a safe place, you will need them if you decide to add additional drives. Removing and Replacing a Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive 1. Open the drive bay access door. AF000311 Figure 158: Opening the Drive Bay Access Door 2. Press on the green latch at the front of the drive carrier (A). 3.
User Guide www.bull.com 4. Remove the four screws that attach the hard drive to the drive carrier. Lift the drive from the carrier. Store the old drive in an anti-static bag. TP01714 Figure 160: Removing the Hard Drive from the Drive Carrier 5. Remove the new drive from its anti-static bag and place in the drive carrier. With the drive circuit-side down, position the connector end of the drive so that it is facing the rear of the drive carrier.
User Guide www.bull.com Notes: For proper airflow, the drive carrier must be replaced in the chassis, even if no hard drive is installed in it. AF000313 Figure 163: Re-installing the Drive Carrier in the Hot Swap Drive Cage 7. Close the drive bay access door.
User Guide www.bull.com Cabling the Hot-Swap Hard Disk Drive Cages Refer to the instructions below should you have to disconnect and reconnect the backplane and server board/RAID controller card cables. For a six-drive SAS/SATA hot swap drive cage: Caution It is critical that you connect the SAS/SATA data cables correctly from the SAS/SATA backplane to your server board or RAID controller card. Failure to do so may result in data loss. 1.
User Guide www.bull.com 3. Make server board/RAID controller card connections.
User Guide www.bull.com Connecting a SAS/SATA hot swap backplane without expander Caution SATA controllers cannot be used with an expander backplane. 1. Connect the two power cables (A) to the power cable connectors on the SAS/ SATA backplane. 2. Connect a SAS/SATA data cable (B) to each appropriate SAS/SATA connector on the SAS/SATA backplane. 3. Connect the IPMB cable (C). 4. Connect the SES cable to the SAS controller. 5. Connect the fan power to the FAN1 connector on the motherboard.
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Microprocessor Your system is fitted with a processor installed in a socket LGA 775. Removing a Processor 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Removing the Left Side Cover” on page 207. 2. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 209. 3. If your chassis is a tower chassis, lay the unit on its left side, the instructions will be easier to follow. 4. Disconnect the fan cable(s) from the processor fan connector(s) on the motherboard. 5.
User Guide www.bull.com 7. Grasp the processor (use your index to hold the load plate side, and your thumb to hold the lever side). 8. Lift the processor straight and away. 9. Set the processor immediately in its protective cover. - Hold the CPU by three of its corners. - The chamber of the protective cover should match the connection 1 on the CPU. - The rentention tabs on the cover and the processor contacts should point each other. Installing a CPU 1.
User Guide www.bull.com Caution Do not tilt the processor or shift it into place, doing so may damage the sensitive contacts. 5. Check that the orientation notches and the connection 1 indicator are properly fitted to the socket body. 6. Close the soket: - Close the load plate. - Press gently on the load plate and engage the load lever. - Secure the load lever under its retention tab. 7. Remove the heatsink from its packaging materials. 8. Place the heatsink on the processor socket.
User Guide www.bull.com Upgrading Random Access Memory (RAM) Recommended Memory Configuration Refer to “Memory Configuration” on page 40 for more information. Checking System Memory If you do not know how much memory is installed in your system, check the amount by using the relevant following procedure. 1. On the Windows desktop, click on Start, and select Control Panel. 2. Click on Switch to classic view. 3. Double click on the System icon, and click on the General tab.
User Guide www.bull.com 2. Remove the front panel. See “Removing the Front Panel” on page 209. 3. Locate the memory upgrade sockets on the motherboard. C D B A DIMM 1A Socket DIMM 2B Socket DIMM 2A Socket DIMM 1B Socket AF002309 Figure 172: Upgrading the Memory 4. Press the plastic clips at the outer edge of the socket away from the memory module. This ejects the memory module from the socket (see “A” on Figure 172). Do not touch the module's metal "fingers.
User Guide www.bull.com Replacing the Battery All motherboards use a battery to maintain system configuration information. If it fails to maintain system configuration, replace it with an identically rated battery from the same manufacturer. Replace the battery as described below: Caution Removing the battery from the motherboard causes the computer to lose system configuration information. Before removing it, run Setup and record the system configuration settings.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Removing an Expansion Card Your computer's motherboard features several expansion slots that can accommodate accessory expansion cards, such as a RAID board. Specific Recommendations RAID Controller Take the following into consideration when installing either a S-ATA Disk array controller or a SCSI Disk array controller. Refer to the manual that comes with the RAID controller for more details.
User Guide www.bull.com Use available power cables from the system power supply and plug the connector onto the graphics cards. Caution Failure to specifically power 75W or greater add-in cards may damage both the motherboard and the add-in cards. Installing an Expansion Card Note:You may want to install an operating system before installing any PCI add-in boards. 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Removing the Left Side Cover” on page 207. 2. Remove the front panel.
User Guide www.bull.com 4. Remove the PCI slot shield, if it has not already been removed, by pushing the shield out from the inside of the chassis. Figure 174: Removing the PCI Slot Shield 5. Remove a PCI add-in board from its protective wrapper. Caution Be careful not to touch the components or gold-edge connectors. Place the board on an anti-static surface. 6. Record the type and serial number of the add-in board in your equipment log 7.
User Guide www.bull.com 10. 11. 12. 13. Repeat the previous steps until all PCI add-in boards are installed. Attach cables, if necessary. Replace the front panel. See “Replacing the Front Panel” on page 210. Replace the left side cover. See “Replacing the Left Side Cover” on page 208. Removing an Expansion Card Caution PCI add-in boards are extremely sensitive to electric static discharge (ESD) and always require careful handling.
User Guide www.bull.com 6. Close the back panel PCI Add-in Card Retention Device (B). BB A TP01724 Figure 177: Removing the PCI Add-in Board 7. If available, replace the PCI slot shield by pressing the slot shield into the opening on the chassis. TP01726 Figure 178: Replacing the PCI Slot Shield 8. Replace the front panel. See “Replacing the Front Panel” on page 210. 9. Replace the left side cover. See “Replacing the Left Side Cover” on page 208.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing and Using Utilities Please setup the server using the ExpressBuilder disc both when setting it up for the first time, and when you make changes to its configuration. With the ExpressBuilder DVD you can: ■ Install the Operating System, using the Express Setup. ■ Create a support disk; this disk will be used to manually install a Microsoft operating system. ■ Install utilities, such as management software for Windows (NEC ESMPRO etc.).
User Guide www.bull.com ExpressBuilder ExpressBuilder is an automated software integration tool that helps simplify the process of installing and configuring your system. It provides a flexible, guided installation process for system administrators to install Microsoft® Windows ServerTM 2003. To install other operating systems, please contact your service representative for more information on the operating systems certified on the system.
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Windows-based This program is called "Master Control Menu" and runs under the Microsoft Windows system (Windows 95 or later and Windows NT 4.0 or later). You can install the several applications and read the documentation from this menu. ExpressBuilder for Windows-Based (Master Control Menu) The Master Control Menu is used to, ■ Read the User's Guide or the other documents, ■ Update the system, and ■ Install the management software.
User Guide www.bull.com Insert the ExpressBuilder disc into the optical disc drive, the Master Control Menu appears on the screen automatically. If the Autorun function is invalid in your system, run the \MC\1ST.EXE file in the disc directly. Some items are grayed-out when the logon user does not have administrator authority, or if the item is not proper for the system.
User Guide www.bull.com Intel Matrix Storage Manager (Windows Interface) The Intel Matrix Storage Console allows the management of the RAID drives and volumes in a user-friendly interface. For more information on using the Intel Matrix Storage Console, refer to the Intel Matrix Storage Console Online Help.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing the Operating System with Express Setup This section describes information on using Express Setup to install and configure the following operating systems to the system. ■ Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 To use the system with the other operating systems described in this section, contact your service representative. Caution Before installing the operating system, adjust the system date and time by using the BIOS setup utility "SETUP.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 This subsection provides information on installing the Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 Standard Edition x32 or x64 in the system. Read the instructions in this section before proceeding the installation. Installation Notice This section explains precautions and matters you should be aware of before beginning the installation in order to install Windows Server 2003 correctly.
User Guide www.bull.com Creating Partition Size The minimum size for the partition where the system is to be installed can be calculated from the following formula. Size necessary to install the system + Paging File Size + Dump File Size Size necessary to install the system= 2900 MB Paging File Size (Recommended)= Mounted Memory Size × 1.5 Dump file Size= Mounted Memory Size + 12 MB Caution ■ The above paging file size is necessary for collecting debug information (memory dump).
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Quit: click here to exit Express Setup 4. Click on Express Setup. The Express Setup configuration screen displays. 5. Fill in the boxes. 6. Click on Start Installation. 7. The Configurations Settings OK dialog box displays. Click on OK if the settings are correct, or click on Cancel to make any changes. 8. The Start Installation Confirmation dialog box displays. Click on OK, or click on Cancel to return to the Main screen.. 9. The installation starts.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing Drivers or Software Proceed as follows to install drivers or software: 1. 2. 3. 4. When in Microsoft Operation System, insert the ExpressBuilder disc. Click on Setup. Select the appropriate option (driver or software). Follow the on screen instructions Note: Prepare a blank floppy disk. You will need it when installing a driver.
User Guide www.bull.com Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 This section describes the procedures for installing Windows Server 2003 without using Express Setup tool. Before Installing Windows Server 2003 Please read carefully the following information BEFORE beginning your Windows Server 2003 Installation. Installing Service Pack You can install the Service Pack on the system. When the Service Pack is not delivered with your system, prepare it by yourself.
User Guide www.bull.com Partition Size The minimum required partition size for installation of Windows Server 2003 is: ■ 2900 MB + Paging file size + Dump file size ■ Paging file size (recommended) = installed memory * 1.5 ■ Dump file size = Installed memory size + 12 MB Caution ■ The above paging file size is necessary for collecting debug information (memory dump).
User Guide www.bull.com Installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 You will need the following for Windows Server 2003 installation: ■ ExpressBuilder disc ■ Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition (disc) ■ User's Guide ■ Getting Started ■ Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for ExpressBuilder Before installing, create Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for ExpressBuilder.
User Guide www.bull.com Creating Windows 2003 OEM-DISK from [Master Control Menu] Use this procedure if Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 can be operated on this Server. [Master Control Menu] runs on the following operating systems. - Windows Server 2003 - Windows 2000 - Windows Me/98/95 - Windows NT 4.0 - Windows XP You can create Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for ExpressBuilder from [Master Control Menu], if you have the computer on which one of the above operating system operates.
User Guide www.bull.com Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation This section explains how to perform a clean installation of Windows Server 2003. 1. Turn the system on. 2. Insert the Windows Server 2003 disc in the optical device drive. 3. Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete to reset the system. After a bootable operating system has been installed on the hard disk, press Enter while the message "Press any key to boot from CD..." is displayed at the top of the screen.
User Guide www.bull.com SCSI Model: Select the [Adaptec Ultra320 SCSI Cards (WinXP/Server 2003 IA-32)] and press Enter. 7. Select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter. 8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. 9. After installation is completed, be sure to follow the procedures described in "Driver Installation and Advanced Settings" and "Updating the System" later in this guide. Upgrade installation Procedures below upgrade the installed Windows 2000 to Windows Server 2003.
User Guide www.bull.com The following message is displayed. Please insert the disk labeled manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A: *Press ENTER when ready. 8. Insert the Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for ExpressBuilder in the floppy disk drive, and press Enter. A list of mass storage devices is displayed. SCSI Model: Select the [Adaptec Ultra320 SCSI Cards (WinXP/Server 2003 IA-32)] and press Enter. 9. If the optional board is installed, select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter.
User Guide www.bull.com Reinstallation to Multiple Logical drives This section describes the procedure for reinstalling the operation system if the multiple logical drives exist. Before Re-installing the Operation System Be sure to make backup copies before re-installing the operation system just in case. Re-installing the Operation System 1. Start the clean installation following the procedure described in this guide. 2.
User Guide www.bull.com Updating the System To ensure normal system operation you should update your system using the following procedures. 1. Logon to the system using the administrator account or other account which is a member of the Administrators group. 2. Insert the ExpressBuilder disc into the optical device drive. [Master Control Menu] is displayed on the screen. 3. Click [Setup] with left mouse button and click U [Update system] section. 4.
User Guide www.bull.com Driver Installation and Device Settings This section describes how to install and setup various standard drivers mounted on the device. For information on installing and setting up a driver that is not described in this section, please refer to the document delivered with the driver. PROSet PROSet is a utility that checks the function of network contained in network driver. Using PROSet enables the following items: ■ Verify detailed information of the adapter.
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Procedure with the standard start menu: click Start menu, [Control Panel], [Network Connections], and [Local Area Connection]. ■ Procedure with the classic start menu: a. Click Start menu, Click [Settings] and Click [Network Connections]. The [Network Connections] dialog box is displayed. b. Right-click [Local Area Connection] and click [Properties] from popup menu. 2. Click [Configure]. The property dialog box for network adapter is displayed. 3.
User Guide www.bull.com 1. Insert the ExpressBuilder disc into the optical disc drive. 2. Click Start menu, point to [Programs], [Accessories] and click [Windows Explorer] 3. Run "SETUP.EXE" in the following directory. :\WINNT\VIDEO\RADEON7000\W2K3\SETUP.EXE *Install the graphics accelerator driver in the following directory if you communicate your server with the remote KVM console.
User Guide www.bull.com 2. When the [Install Hardware Device Drivers] dialog box appears, select [Search for a suitable driver for my device (Recommended)], and click [Next]. 3. When the [Locate Driver Files] dialog box appears, select [Floppy disk drives], insert "Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for ExpressBuilder" into the floppy disk drive, and click [Next]. 4. When the [Driver Files Search Results] dialog box appears, click [Next]. 5.
User Guide www.bull.com C:\CMDCONS\BOOTSECT.DAT="Microsoft Windows Recovery Console" / cmdcons This is the end of editing Boot.ini file. Note: If you choose one of the items in the "Default operating system" drop-down list box in [Setup and Recovery] group box, you can make your system start automatically from the switch you specified. Setting for Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information) Set for collecting memory dump.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Security with Mechanical Locks and Monitoring Front Bezel Lock Lock the front bezel (optional) to prevent unauthorized access to the inside of the chassis. Figure 179: Front Door Lock (A) Note: the keys can be found on the front panel.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Security with Mechanical Locks and Monitoring B A AF000308 Figure 180: WA2500/SA2500 Security Features A: Padlock loop B: Two-position mechanical lock Note: the keys can be found on the front panel. Front Door Lock Lock the front door to prevent unauthorized access to the hard drives and the inside of the chassis. Rear Door Padlock Loop Attach a padlock to the loop to prevent unauthorized access to the inside of the chassis.
User Guide www.bull.com Maintenance This chapter describes the daily maintenance of the system and precautions when relocating or storing the system. Making Backup Copies We recommend you make backup copies of your valuable data stored in hard disks of the system on a regular basis. For backup storage devices suitable for the system and backup tools, consult with your sales agent. We also recommend you make a backup copy of the disk array configuration data if your system is in an array configuration.
User Guide www.bull.com Cleaning Clean the system on a regular basis to keep the system in a good shape. Warning ■ Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the system. ■ Do not look into the optical device drive. ■ Do not remove the lithium battery. ■ Disconnect the power plug before working with the system. Cleaning the External Surfaces of the system Caution ■ To avoid altering the material and color of the system, do not use volatile solvents such as thinner and benzene to clean the system.
User Guide www.bull.com Dust buildup inside the server can lead to several problems. As dust acts as a thermal insulator, a buildup can prevent proper system cooling. Excessive heat will shorten the life of the server components. The dust may also contain conductive or corrosive materials that can cause short circuits or corrosion of the electrical contacts. The frequency at which you should clean the inside of the server depends on the environment in which it is located.
User Guide www.bull.com Cleaning the Mouse Mechanical mouse The mouse operation depends on the degree of smoothness of the internal ball rotation. To keep the mouse ball clean, use the mouse in a place with little dust. 1. Prepare cold or lukewarm water, neutral detergent, alcohol, two dry soft clothes, and cotton swabs. 2. Power off the system. The POWER/SLEEP lamp is unlit. 3. Turn the mouse upside down, and rotate the mouse ball cover counter clockwise to remove it. 4. Take out the ball from the mouse.
User Guide www.bull.com ■ Use your mouse on surfaces that reflect but also scatter the light, such a a white sheet of drawing paper. Note: If you experience erratic mouse behavior, test it on a plain white sheet of paper. Cleaning the Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Turn the mouse over and inspect the light-emitting diode "LED" area to make sure it is clean. In practice, an optical mouse does not have the issues with debris build-up that the older, mechanical ball mice experience.
User Guide www.bull.com 4. Wipe the tray with a dry soft cloth. Caution Do not wipe the lens of the optical drive. Doing so may damage the lens and may cause a malfunction of the drive. 5. Push on the tray front to close the tray. To Clean an Optical Disc Wipe the signal side of the disk with a dry soft cloth. Caution ■ Wipe disks from the center to the outside. ■ Use only a specific disc cleaner if necessary.
User Guide www.bull.com Care and Handling Use the following guidelines to properly handle and care for your system. Protect the system from extremely low or high temperatures. Let the system warm (or cool) to room temperature before using it. Keep the system away from magnetic forces. Keep the system dry. Do not wash the system with a wet cloth or pour fluid into it. Protect the system from being bumped or dropped. Check the system for condensation.
User Guide www.bull.com Solving Problems This chapter helps you identify and solve problems that may occur during system installation or while using your system. The first section of this chapter tells you how to reset your system in the event of problems. The next few sections provide troubleshooting checklists and procedural steps that help you isolate specific system problems. The last section includes BIOS and system user information.
User Guide www.bull.com Troubleshooting Guide This section provides you a guide to identify a problem and locate its source. Warning The system power and any peripheral devices should be turned off before connecting or disconnecting peripheral devices to or from the system. Otherwise, you could permanently damage the system or peripheral devices. 1. Turn off the system and any peripheral devices. Disconnect all external peripherals from the system, except for the keyboard and monitor.
User Guide www.bull.com Problems at initial System Start-up Problems that occur at initial system start-up are often caused by incorrect installation of components or incorrect configuration. Hardware failure is a less frequent cause.
User Guide www.bull.com Problems After the System Has Been Running Correctly After the system hardware and software have been running correctly, problems can indicate equipment failure. Use the checklist below to try and correct the situation. If the problem recurs after you have checked these items, refer to “Troubleshooting Guide” on page 265. ■ If you are running software from a diskette or CD, try using a new copy.
User Guide www.bull.com Problems Running New Application Software Problems occurring when you run new application software are usually related to the software. Faulty equipment is much less likely, especially if other software runs correctly. Use the checklist below to see if the situation may be easily corrected. If the problem persists after you have checked these items, contact the software vendor's customer service.
User Guide www.bull.com Problems and Suggestions Contact your Authorised Service Representative if the suggested actions do not solve the problem. Table 8: Problems and Suggestions What to do Application software problems What to do Make sure all cables are installed correctly. Verify that your system hardware configuration is set correctly. In Setup, check the values against the system settings that you previously recorded.
User Guide www.bull.com Problems with the System Fail to power on the system: ■ Is the system is properly supplied with power? - Check if the power cord is connected to a power outlet (or UPS) that meets the power specifications for the system. - Check the power cord for broken shield or bent plugs. - Make sure the power breaker for the connected power outlet is on. - If the power cord is plugged to a UPS, make sure the UPS is powered and it outputs power.
User Guide www.bull.com Fail to access to internal or external devices (or such devices fail to operate): ■ Are cables properly connected? - Make sure that the interface cables and power cord are properly connected. Also make sure that the cables are connected in the correct order. ■ Is the power-on order correct? - When the system has any external devices connected, power on the external devices first, then the system.
User Guide www.bull.com Fail to access to the disc: ■ Is the disc properly set in the disc drive tray? - The tray is provided with a holder to secure the disc. Make sure that the disc is placed properly in the holder. ■ Is the disc applicable to the system? - The disc for Macintosh is not available for use. - For the disk which does not conform to the CD standard, the playback of such a disk with the CD drive is not guaranteed.
User Guide www.bull.com - When the system has an optional SCSI controller installed and SCSI devices connected to it, use the POST Setup utility that comes with the optional SCSI controller for proper configuration. See the manual that comes with the optional SCSI controller for details. The system is not found on the network: ■ Is the LAN cable connected? - Make sure to connect the LAN cable to the network port on the rear of the system.
User Guide www.bull.com The system displays the message below and fails to log on: This copy of Windows must be activated with Microsoft before you can continue. You cannot log on until you activate Windows. To shut down the computer click Cancel. In Windows Server 2003, the above message will be displayed if you use the operating system without executing the license authentication. Select "Yes", and execute the procedure for license authentication. Cannot install the operating system correctly.
User Guide www.bull.com The PXE boot (network boot) fails or the system is not found on the network: ■ Is the cable connected properly? - Connect the proper cable to the network port on the rear of the Express server. In addition, make sure that the used cable conforms to the network interface standard. ■ Is BIOS configuration correct? - The internal LAN controller may be disabled with the CMOS Setup utility of the system. Check the setting with the BIOS setup utility.
User Guide www.bull.com Table 9: Error Messages (Continued) Message Cause and Solution NvRAM access error An access to the non-volatile memory (NvRAM) has failed. The system-specific information does not exist on the baseboard. Please restore the backup data or write the data by using [System Information Management] of the Off-line Maintenance Utility. Only the authorized personnel are allowed to do this operation. The system-specific information can't be acquired on the mother board.
User Guide www.bull.com - In Express Setup, you can not specify the details of Network adapter. Specify them from Control Panel after starting Windows. Problems with Disk Array Configuration Refer to the manual supplied with the RAID controller. Problems with Master Control Menu The master control menu fails to appear: ■ Is your system Windows NT 4.0 or later, or Windows 95 or later? - The disc Autorun feature is supported by Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 95.
User Guide www.bull.com Collecting Event Log This section describes on how to collect the log of various events that occurred on the system. Caution If STOP error, system error, or stall occurred, follow the procedure below after restarting the system. 1. Click [Management Tool]: [Event Viewer] from the Control Panel. 2. Select the type of the log to collect. On [Application Log], the events related to the running application is archived.
User Guide www.bull.com Collecting Configuration Information This section describes how to collect the information on hardware configuration and inside specification. In order to collect information, "Diagnostic Program" is used. Caution If STOP error, system error, or stall occurred, follow the procedure below after restarting the system. 1. Point to [Settings] in Start menu, and click [Control Panel]. The [Control Panel] dialog box appears. 2.
User Guide www.bull.com Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information Dr. Watson collects diagnostic information related to application errors. The location to save the information can be specified as you like.
User Guide www.bull.com Memory Dump (depending on your configuration) If an error occurs, the dump file should be saved to acquire necessary information. If you saved the dump to DAT, write down that it is saved as "NTBackup" or "ARCServe" on the label. You can specify the location to save the diagnostic information as you like... Caution ■ Consult with your sales agent before dumping the memory. Dumping the memory while the system is in process may affect the system operation.
User Guide www.bull.com If You Need Assistance If you have a problem with your computer, first review the sections of “Solving Problems” on page 264. Note: Refer to the warranty booklet delivered with your system to find out how to contact the local office in your country. For technical support such as BIOS upgrades, consult our Web site at the following address: http://support.bull.
User Guide www.bull.com Error Messages This section details the POST error codes and messages, and the meaning of the diagnostic LEDs colour combinations. POST Error Messages Whenever a recoverable error occurs during POST, BIOS displays a message on the video display screen and causes the speaker to beep as the message appears.
User Guide www.bull.com POST Error Pause Option For POST error(s) that are listed as Pause, the BIOS enters the error manager and waits for the user to press an appropriate key before booting the operating system or entering BIOS Setup. The user can override this option by setting POST Error Pause to disabled in the BIOS Setup utility Main menu page. If POST Error Pause is set to disabled, the system will boot the operating system without user-intervention. The default value is set to enabled.
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User Guide www.bull.com BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is used to change system configuration parameters. The utility is resident in the system FLASH memory and does not require a diskette or an operating system present to run. Using the BIOS Setup Utility You access the BIOS Setup utility when you turn on or reboot your system. To run the BIOS Setup Utility, perform the following procedure: 1. Power-on or reboot the system. “Press to enter SETUP” displays. 2. Press F2.
User Guide www.bull.com Table 14: BIOS Setup Keys (Continued) Key Function in Setup Menu Up or down arrow keys The up/down arrow is used to select the previous/next value in a pick list, or the previous/next option in a menu item's option list. The selected item must then be activated by pressing the key. - The minus key on the keypad is used to change the value of the current item to the previous value.
User Guide www.bull.com Main Menu Table 15: Standard BIOS Features Menu Feature Choices or Display Only Description BIOS Version Display only Information only. Displays the BIOS version. Your Setting yy = major version xx = minor version zzzz = build number BIOS Build Date Display only Processor Display only Information only. Displays the BIOS build date. Core Frequency Memory Size Display only Quiet Boot Enabled Disabled If enabled, BIOS splash screen is displayed.
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User Guide www.bull.com Processor Submenu Table 17: Processor Submenu Feature Processor Family Choices or Display Only Description Display only Family designation of the processor Display only Frequency at which the processor currently runs. Maximum Frequency Display only Highest frequency at which the processor can run. System Bus Frequency Display only Current frequency of the processor system bus.
User Guide www.bull.com Memory Configuration Submenu Table 18: Memory Configuration Submenu Feature Choices or Display Only Description Total Memory Display only Displays the amount of memory available in the system in the form of installed FBDIMMs, in units of MB or GB. Effective Memory Display only Displays the amount of memory available to the operating system in MB or GB.
User Guide www.bull.com Table 19: IDE Controller Submenu (Continued) Feature Choices or Display Only Description SATA RAID OPROM LSI Select the onboard RAID chipset of your choice (RAID must be configured). Intel Matrix Storage Your Setting - LSI: support for RAID0, RAID1 and RAID10 under Microsoft Windows and Linux. - Intel Matrix Storage: support for RAID0, RAID1, RAID5, and RAID10 under Microsoft Windows. SATA 0 Information only. SATA 1 Information only. SATA 2 Information only.
User Guide www.bull.com USB Configuration Submenu Table 21: USB Configuration Submenu Feature Choices or Display Only Description Module version USB driver version. Detected USB Devices Shows the number of USB devices in the system. Your Setting USB Controller Enabled Disabled Legacy USB Support Enabled Disabled Enables the Legacy USB support. The Auto option disables the legacy support if no USB devices are connected.
User Guide www.bull.com Security Menu. Table 23: Security Menu Feature Choices or Display Only Description Administrator Password Status Installed Indicates whether the administrator password is set (display only). User Password Status Set Set Administrator Password Up to 7 alphanumeric characters Press Enter to display the supervisor password entry screen. With the supervisor password, all SETUP menus are available for access.
User Guide www.bull.com Server Management Menu Table 24: Server Management Menu Feature Choices or Display Only Description Assert NMI on SERR Enabled Disabled When Enabled, on SERR, generate an NMI and log an error. Assert NMI on PERR Enabled Disabled (Displayed only when Assert NMI on SERR is Enabled.) Your Setting When Enabled, on PERR, generate an NMI and log an error. Resume on AC Power Loss Stay Off Last State Reset Defines the system action to take on an AC power loss recovery.
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User Guide www.bull.com Boot Options Menu Table 27: Boot Options Menu Feature Choices or Display Only Description Boot Timeout 0 Sets the default timeout value before system boot. Any figure The 656535 value will disable the timeout completely. Boot Option #N List of the boot devices Network Device Order Sets the system boot order. Press Enter to set the network device boot order by selecting the boot option for this position.
User Guide www.bull.com Boot Manager Menu Allows you to boot the system using one of the items listed in the menu.
User Guide www.bull.com Error Manager Menu The Error Manager Menu displays any errors encountered during POST.
User Guide www.bull.com Exit Menu You can make the following exit selections on the Main Menu. Select an option using the up or down arrow keys, then press to execute the option. You must select one of the items from the menu or menu bar to exit. Table 28: Exit Menu Choices Description Save Changes and Exit Exits after writing all modified Setup item values to NVRAM. F10 key can be used for this operation.
User Guide www.bull.com Updating the BIOS The update utility allows you to update the BIOS stored in the flash memory. The code and data in the update file include the following: ■ On-board system BIOS, including the recovery code, BIOS Setup Utility, and strings. ■ On-board video BIOS, and other option ROMs for devices embedded on the server board. Recording the Current BIOS Settings 1. Boot the computer and press when you see the message: Press Key if you want to run SETUP 2.
User Guide www.bull.com How to Identify BIOS Revision Level To identify your system's current BIOS revision level, perform the following procedure: 1. Power-on or reboot the system. “Press to enter SETUP” is displayed. 2. Press F2. 3. In the Main menu, check the value that appears in the BIOS Version field.
User Guide www.bull.com Recovering BIOS If at any point in time the BIOS appears to malfunction, clear the CMOS to return to a default configuration. If this does not help, process with the BIOS recovery as described below. 1. Remove the BIOS jumper. 2. Update the BIOS. 3. Power off the server. 4. Remove the A/C power. 5. Replace the jumper to the Normal position (1-2). 6. Plug in AC power. 7. Wait for thirty seconds and power on.
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User Guide www.bull.com Equipment Logs NovaScale T810 E1 Use this equipment log form to record pertinent information about your system. You will need some of this information to run the System Setup Utility. Be sure to update the equipment log when you add options. Record the model and serial numbers of the system components, dates of component removal or replacement, and the name of the vendor from whom the component was purchased.
User Guide www.bull.com Hardware Main Unit Model name Serial No. Date installed Clock Serial No. Date installed #3, #4 Size Serial No. Date installed #1, #2 Size Serial No. Date installed Type Model name Serial No. CPU #1 Memory Monitor Date installed Fixed SAS Hard Disks ID0 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number ID1 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number ID2 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number ID3 Type Serial No.
User Guide www.bull.com Type number 5.25-inch Device #1 Size Capacity Serial No. Model name Type number Date installed Size Capacity Serial No. Model name Type number Date installed Size Capacity Serial No. Model name Type number Date installed Size Capacity Serial No. Model name Type number Date installed 5.25-inch Device #2 5.25-inch Device #3 5.25-inch Device #4 PCI Slot #1 Model name Serial No. Date installed PCI Slot #2 Model name Serial No.
User Guide www.bull.com Manufacturer Date installed External USB Device 3 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External USB Device 4 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External USB Device 5 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External USB Device 6 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External Serial Device 1 Model name Serial No.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale R410 E1 Use this equipment log form to record pertinent information about your system. You will need some of this information to run the System Setup Utility. Be sure to update the equipment log when you add options. Record the model and serial numbers of the system components, dates of component removal or replacement, and the name of the vendor from whom the component was purchased.
User Guide www.bull.com Hardware Main Unit Model name Serial No. Date installed Clock Serial No. Date installed #3, #4 Size Serial No. Date installed #1, #2 Size Serial No. Date installed Type Model name Serial No. CPU #1 Memory Monitor Date installed Fixed SATA Hard Disks #1 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number #2 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number 5.25-inch Device #1 Size Capacity Serial No.
User Guide www.bull.com External USB Device 4 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External Serial Device 1 Model name Serial No.
User Guide www.bull.com NovaScale T830 E1 Use this equipment log form to record pertinent information about your system. You will need some of this information to run the System Setup Utility. Be sure to update the equipment log when you add options. Record the model and serial numbers of the system components, dates of component removal or replacement, and the name of the vendor from whom the component was purchased.
User Guide www.bull.com Capacity Date installed Type number #3 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number #4 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number #5 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number #6 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number Hot-swap SAS Hard Disks #1 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number #2 Type Serial No. Capacity Date installed Type number #3 Type Serial No.
User Guide www.bull.com 5.25-inch Device #2 Size Capacity Serial No. Model name Type number Date installed PCI Slot #1 Model name Serial No. Date installed PCI Slot #2 Model name Serial No. Date installed PCI-E 1x Slot Model name Serial No. Date installed PCI-E 4x Slot Model name Serial No. Date installed PCI-E 8x Slot Model name Serial No. Date installed Printer Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External USB Device 1 Model name Serial No.
User Guide www.bull.com External USB Device 6 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date installed External Serial Device 1 Model name Serial No.
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