NEC Express5800/100 Series N8100-1635F NEC Express5800/E110b-M User's Guide 1st Edition 7-2010 ONL-520_005_02-E110bM-100-00-1007
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Keep this User's Guide at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary. SAFETY INDICATIONS Follow the instructions in this User's Guide for your safety to use the modular server. The modular server contains components with possible danger, hazards that may cause by ignoring warnings, and preventive actions against such hazards. Modular server components with possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them as well as described in this User's Guide.
Symbols Used in This User's Guide and Warning Labels Attentions Indicates that improper use may cause an electric shock. Indicates that improper use may cause fumes or fire. Indicates that improper use may cause fingers to be caught. Indicates that improper use may cause loss of eyesight due to laser beam. Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury. Indicates that improper use may cause explosion. Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury.
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i PREFACE Welcome to the NEC Express5800/100 series modular server. The modular server is a power-saving and high-density server equipped with the latest low-power processor "Intel® Atom Processor N450". Read this User's Guide thoroughly to fully understand handling of the modular server and appreciate its functions to the maximum extent.
ii ABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDE This User's Guide is a guide for proper setup and use of the modular server. This User's Guide also covers useful procedures for dealing with difficulties and problems that may arise during setup or operation of the modular server. Keep this manual for future use. The following describes how to proceed with this User's Guide.
iii Text Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this User's Guide. For safety symbols, see "SAFETY INDICATIONS" provided earlier. IMPORTANT: Items that are mandatory or require attention when using the modular server NOTE: Helpful and convenient piece of information IN THE PACKAGE The carton contains various accessories, as well as the modular server itself. See the packing list to make sure that you have everything and that individual components are not damaged.
iv CONTENTS Preface ..............................................................................................................................................i About This User's Guide..................................................................................................................ii In the Package................................................................................................................................ iii "Hard Disk Drive"..........................................
v Chapter 5 Installing and Using Utilities ....................................................................... 5-1 Autorun Menu ..............................................................................................................................5-2 NEC ESMPRO Manager ..............................................................................................................5-3 Chapter 6 Maintenance...............................................................................................
vi Appendix A Specifications ........................................................................................... A-1 Appendix B Using a Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive ..................................
Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Modular Server This chapter includes information necessary for proper and safe operation of the modular server.
1-2 Notes on Using Your Modular Server SAFETY NOTES This section provides notes on using the modular server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure proper and safe use of the modular server. For symbols, see "SAFETY INDICATIONS" provided earlier. WARNING Do not use the modular server for services where critical high availability may directly affect human lives.
Notes on Using Your Modular Server 1-3 WARNING Do not use the equipment in the place where corrosive gases exist. Make sure not to locate or use the modular server in the place where corrosive gases (sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen dioxide, chlorine, ammonia, ozone, etc) exist. Also, do not set it in the environment where the air (or dust) includes components accelerating corrosion (ex. sulfur, sodium chloride) or conductive metals.
1-4 Notes on Using Your Modular Server CAUTION Keep water or foreign matter away from the equipment. Do not let any form of liquid (water etc.) or foreign matter (e.g., pins or paper clips) enter the equipment. Failure to follow this warning may cause an electric shock, a fire, or a failure of the equipment. When such things accidentally enter the equipment, immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Do not disassemble the equipment. Contact your service representative.
Notes on Using Your Modular Server 1-5 FOR PROPER OPERATION Observe the following notes for successful operation of the equipment. Use of the equipment ignoring the notes will cause malfunctions or failures of the equipment. Modular server The modular server assembly must be installed in the Module Enclosure. Install or remove modular servers one by one. Hold the portions covered with metal plates when a modular server is installed or removed.
1-6 Notes on Using Your Modular Server The modular server can be powered on by pressing the POWER/SLEEP switch or using the remote power-on feature from the management PC. In either case, you must wait for at least 5 seconds before performing power-on operation (after the modular server is inserted into Module Enclosure, or after the power is supplied to the Module Enclosure). If power-on operation is performed within 5 seconds, you may fail to power on the modular server.
Notes on Using Your Modular Server 1-7 TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY The following must be observed when you transfer (or sell) the modular server or software provided with the modular server to a third party: Modular Server Make sure to provide this manual and accessories along with the modular server to a third party. IMPORTANT: About data on the hard disk drive Be sure to take appropriate measures not to leak important data (e.g.
1-8 Notes on Using Your Modular Server DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES Dispose of the modular server, hard disk drives, DVD-ROM, Module Enclosure, EcoPowerGateway, option board, and battery according to all national laws and regulations. Also dispose of the power cord provided with the modular server to avoid diversion to some other devices. WARNING For dispose of the battery on the mother board of the modular server, consult with your service representative.
Notes on Using Your Modular Server 1-9 USER SUPPORT Before asking for repair, do the following when the modular server appears to fail: 1. Check if the power cord and the cables to other devices are properly connected. 2. See Chapter 7 to find if your problem fits the description. If it does, take the recommended measure for it. 3. Check if the software required for operation of the modular server is properly installed. 4. Use a commercially available anti-virus program to check the modular server.
1-10 Notes on Using Your Modular Server Advice for Health The longer you keep using the computer equipment, the more you become tired, which may cause disorders of your body. When you use a computer, observe the following to keep yourself from getting tired: Good Working Posture You have good posture if the following are satisfied when you use a computer: • You sit on a chair with your back straight. • Your hands are parallel with the floor when you put them on the keyboard.
Chapter 2 General Description This chapter provides information that you should be familiar with before using the modular server. It includes names and features of the components and features of the modular server.
2-2 General Description STANDARD FEATURES High performance High-performance and low-power Intel® Atom Processor N450 High-speed 1000BASE-T interface x 2 (1Gbps supported) High-speed disk access (Serial ATA2) Server optimized for data center With high-density design, up to 20 modular servers in 3U enclosure, or 160 to 240 modular servers in 42U rack can be installed. Operation at 40ºC in environmental temperature is supported.
General Description 2-3 NAMES AND FEATURES OF COMPONENTS This section describes the names and features of the components in the device. Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 N8100-1635F XXXXXXX N code Serial number Pull straight Sliding tag 1 2 3 4 5 6 POWER/SLEEP lamp (green) The lamp goes on green when the modular server is powered on. POWER/SLEEP switch The switch is intended to turn on or off the power of the modular server itself.
2-4 General Description 7 8 9 10 UID switch Press this switch to turn on or off the UID lamps on the modular server and at rear of the Module Enclosure. SUV connector This connector sends or receives various signals. Connect the SUV cable that comes with the N8141-49F Module Enclosure (1way) when using the display unit, serial interface device, and USB device. Lock lever Locking mechanism to secure the modular server to the Module Enclosure.
General Description 2-5 Internal View 5 1 2 1 SUV connector 2 Hard disk drive bracket 3 CMOS/password clear jumper switch 4 Lithium battery 5 Processor (CPU) 6 DIMM socket Upper slot: #1 Lower slot: #2 3 4 6
2-6 General Description Lamp Indications This section describes the positions and display meanings of the lamps on the modular server. POWER/SLEEP lamp DISK Access lamp STATUS lamp UID lamp POWER/SLEEP Lamp The POWER/SLEEP lamp lights green while the power of the modular server is on. The lamp goes off while the modular server is off-powered.
General Description 2-7 STATUS Lamp The STATUS lamp stays lit in green when the modular server is in successful operation. When the STATUS lamp is lit or blinking in amber, it indicates that the system has failed. In addition, you can view the detailed information on error message on virtual LCD when the STATUS lamp is lit or blinking in amber. You can use the virtual LCD through the Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE engine (BMC) or NEC ESMPRO Manager.
2-8 General Description USING YOUR MODULAR SERVER This section describes the basic operation of the modular server. Power-on of Modular Server Follow steps below to power on the modular server. 1. Power on the display unit and peripheral devices connected to the modular server. 2. Press the POWER/SLEEP switch on the front panel of the modular server. The POWER/SLEEP lamp on the modular server goes on green. After a while, POST (Power On Self Test) starts.
General Description 2-9 POST POST (Power On Self-Test) is the self-diagnostic program stored in the modular server. When you power on the modular server, the system automatically runs POST to check the mother board, memory module, CPU module, keyboard, and mouse. POST also displays messages of the BIOS SETUP utility, such as the start-up message, while in progress. With the factory setup of the modular server, the NEC logo appears on the display unit (if connected) while POST is in progress.
2-10 General Description POST Execution Flow The following describes the progress of POST in the chronological order. IMPORTANT: Do not make unnecessary key entries or perform mouse operations while POST is in progress. 1. After a few seconds from power-on, POST starts checking the memory. The count message of the memory appears on the screen of the display unit (if connected). It may take approximately one minute for the screen display to appear after rebooting the modular server. 2.
General Description 2-11 POST Error Messages When POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the screen. See Chapter 7 for POST error codes. If you have switched a console to check the POST error message, cycle the power to make the keyboard available. IMPORTANT: Take a note on the messages displayed before consulting with your service representative. Alarm messages are useful information for maintenance. Power-off of Modular Server Turn off the power in the following procedure. 1.
2-12 General Description Device Identification To identify the device to be maintained among more than one device, UID (Unit ID) lamp is used. The UID lamp allows you to identify the device subject to maintenance among more than one modular server installed in the Module Enclosure. The UID lamp on modular server can also be made blinking blue by proper software commands from the management PC on the network. In addition, pressing the UID switch on the modular server brings the UID lamp to light.
Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Modular Server This chapter describes how to set up the modular server appropriate for your system, on a step-bystep basis.
3-2 Setting Up Your Modular Server SETTING HARDWARE Conduct setting up of hardware in the following order: 1. Install the rack. (Refer to the manual that comes with the rack.) 2. Install separately purchased options to Module Enclosure. (Refer to the Module Enclosure User's Guide.) 3. Install the Module Enclosure to the rack. (Refer to the Module Enclosure User's Guide.) 4. Install the DIMMs on the modular server. (See Chapter 8.) 5. Install the hard disk drive on the modular server.
Setting Up Your Modular Server 3-3 MAKING BACKUP COPIES OF SYSTEM INFORMATION Save the information after completing the system setup. The system information includes the current BIOS settings and any specific information for the server. Without the backup data, you will not be able to recover the information. You can save the information by the following process. 1. Use SUV cable to connect a Flash FDD or USB FDD to the Modular Server. The SUV cable is provided with N8181-49F Module Enclosure (1way).
3-4 Setting Up Your Modular Server BEFORE INSTALLING MODULAR SERVER Be sure to check the MAC addresses before installing a modular server in the Module Enclosure. Check of MAC Address The MAC addresses indicate the addresses specific for the network. It is expressed by 12-digit alphanumeric. Each of the modular server has two LAN MAC addresses and one BMC MAC address. Check the MAC addresses before installing a modular server in the Module Enclosure.
Setting Up Your Modular Server 3-5 Installing the Hard Disk Drive Install a hard disk drive according to the procedure described in Chapter 8. IMPORTANT: The hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to static electricity. Make sure to touch the metal frame of the modular server to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the hard disk drive. Do not touch the pins, leads, or circuitry and place the hard disk drive directly on the desk.
3-6 Setting Up Your Modular Server INSTALLING THE MODULAR SERVER Install the modular server in the dedicated Module Enclosure. Refer to the User's Guide of Module Enclosure for how to install the modular server. Additional Slots Check the installation position of the additional slots of the Module Enclosure. Install the modular server in slot 1 (the leftmost slot) to slot 20 (the rightmost slot). Install the modular server starting from the youngest slot number (in the ascending order).
Setting Up Your Modular Server 3-7 Installation You may install the modular server while the Module Enclosure is being powered (that is, the devices in the other slot are operating). The following shows an example. You may take similar steps to install the Modular Servers in other slots. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages 1-2 to 1-6 for details.
3-8 Setting Up Your Modular Server IMPORTANT: 3. Keep the removed blank cover for future use. Remove the blank cover from the target slot only. Put the modular server on the clean, rigid and flat desk. Loosen the thumbscrew to open the lock lever. Lock lever IMPORTANT: The modular server contains a hard disk drive that is easily affected by the dust, water, shocks and vibrations. Take strict care to handle it. 4.
Setting Up Your Modular Server 3-9 5. Align the frame of the modular server with the guide rail on the Module Enclosure. Insert the Modular Server into the halfway of the Module Enclosure (approximately 20 cm) slowly and carefully. Guide rail 6. Fully release the lock lever, push the frame of the modular server, and insert the Modular Server into the Module Enclosure slowly and carefully to the end. The card edge of the Modular Server is connected with the connector in the Module Enclosure.
3-10 Setting Up Your Modular Server NOTES: 7. Push the front of the Modular Server into the Module Enclosure to the end slowly and carefully until the card edge is inserted into the connector. Make sure that a hook of the lock lever is engaged with the hole on the Module Enclosure as shown in the figure below. Close the lock lever slowly. If the lock lever is not fully closed, check the hook position according to the previous step.
Setting Up Your Modular Server 3-11 8. Tighten the thumbscrew of the lock lever and fix the modular server into the Module Enclosure. This completes installation.
3-12 Setting Up Your Modular Server Removal Take the following steps to remove the modular server from the Module Enclosure. 1. Shutdown the OS, or press the POWER/SLEEP switch on the modular server to turn off the power. 2. Loosen the thumbscrew on the lock lever to unlock the modular server. 3. Open the lock lever. NOTE: Fully open the lock lever until it stops.
Setting Up Your Modular Server 3-13 4. Hold the lock lever and pull the modular server out from the Module Enclosure. Pull out approximately 10 cm so that you can hold the top and bottom of the frame of the modular server. Lock lever IMPORTANT: Do not hold the lock lever. Doing so may cause the Modular Server to fall down or be damaged due to deformed lock lever. 5. Hold the top and bottom of the frame of the modular server, and take the Modular Server out from the Module Enclosure. 6.
3-14 Setting Up Your Modular Server 7. If the Module Enclosure is used with the modular server being removed, install the blank cover to the empty slot. This completes removal procedure.
Setting Up Your Modular Server 3-15 MAKING CONNECTIONS Connect peripheral devices to the modular server. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages 1-2 to 1-6 for details. ■ ■ Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand. Do not connect earth lines to any gas tubes. CAUTION Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely.
3-16 Setting Up Your Modular Server In the ordinary operation, any cables may not be connected to the connectors on the Modular Server except for the following cases: Installing OS Maintenance Updating BIOS and firmware The SUV cable can only be used to connect with the modular server. The SUV cable is a standard accessory for the N8141-49F Module Enclosure (1way). The SUV cable has the USB, serial interface, and monitor connectors at the other ends. Connect a proper device at each of the ends.
Setting Up Your Modular Server 3-17 USB Connection by SUV Cable Connect the floppy disk drive, DVD-ROM drive, keyboard, and mouse according to the figure shown below. The USB hub should have the self-power specification if it is used.
3-18 Setting Up Your Modular Server Network The modular server is connected with network via the Module Enclosure. Refer to the User's Guide of the Module Enclosure for details.
Chapter 4 Configuring Your Modular Server This chapter describes Basic Input Output System (BIOS) configuration. When you install the modular server for the first time or install/remove optional devices, thoroughly read this chapter for better understanding and correct setups. SYSTEM BIOS ~ SETUP ~ The SETUP utility is provided to make basic hardware configuration for the modular server. This utility is pre-installed in the flash memory of the modular server and ready to run.
4-2 Configuring Your Modular Server Starting SETUP Utility Powering on the modular server starts POST (Power On Self-Test) and displays its check results. If the NEC logo is displayed, press Esc. After a while, the following message appears at bottom left on the screen. The message depends on the status of your modular server.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-3 Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage Use the following keyboard keys to work with the SETUP utility. (Key functions are also listed at the bottom of the screen.) Indicates the current menu. Indicates there are submenus. Online help window Setup item menu Explanation of key functions Cursor (↑, ↓): Cursor (←, →): – and +: Enter: Esc: F1: F9: F10: Parameter (high-lights upon selection) menu Selects an item on the screen.
4-4 Configuring Your Modular Server Configuration Examples The following describes examples of configuration required to use software-link features or for system operations. Date and Time To change system date or time Select [Main] – [System Time] and [System Date]. Set the correct date and time before running the system.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-5 Memory To check the installed memory (DIMM) status Select [Advanced] – [Memory Configuration] – [DIMM# Status] and check the status indications. To clear the memory (DIMM) error information Select [Advanced] – [Memory Configuration] – [Memory Retest] – [Yes] and reboot the system. The on-screen DIMM numbers and socket locations on the mother board are associated as shown in the figure below.
4-6 Configuring Your Modular Server Security To set passwords on the BIOS level Select [Security] – [Set Supervisor Password] and enter a password. Set Supervisor password first, then User password. To enable/disable the POWER/SLEEP switch feature Select [Security] – [Power Switch Inhibit] – [Disabled] (POWER/SLEEP switch is enabled). Select [Security] – [Power Switch Inhibit] – [Enabled] (POWER/SLEEP switch is disabled). To set this item, the Supervisor and User passwords must have been set.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-7 Menu and Parameter Descriptions The SETUP utility has the following six major menus: Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit To set minute functions, select a submenu from the above menus. The following describes available functions and parameters, as well as the factory-set, for each menu.
4-8 Configuring Your Modular Server Main Option System Time System Date Hard Disk PreDelay SATA Port 0 Processor Settings Language Parameter HH:MM:SS MM/DD/YYYY Disabled 3 seconds [6 seconds] 9 seconds 12 seconds 15 seconds 21 seconds 30 seconds Information Description Shows the current time. Shows the current date. When accessing the SATA hard disk drive for the first time during POST, the system waits for the specified time until the hard disk drive becomes ready.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-9 Processor Settings Submenu Option Processor Speed Setting Processor CPUID Processor L2 Cache Parameter – HyperThreading Technology Disabled [Enabled] Execute Disable Bit Disabled [Enabled] Intel SpeedStep(R) Technology Disabled [Enabled] C1 Enhanced Mode Disabled [Enabled] – – Description Indicates the clock speed of the processor. Indicates the processor ID. Indicates the L2 cache of processor.
4-10 Configuring Your Modular Server Advanced Option Memory Configuration PCI Configuration Peripheral Configuration Advanced Chipset Screen Boot-time Diagnostic Screen Parameter N/A N/A N/A N/A [Disabled] Enabled Reset Configuration Data [No] Yes NumLock On [Off] Description Your Setting Specify whether the self-diagnosis (POST) running screen is displayed or not on booting. If this item is set to "Disabled", the "NEC" logo appears during POST.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-11 Memory Configuration Submenu Option Installed memory Parameter – Available under 4GB – DIMM 1 Status Normal Error Normal [Not Installed] Error DIMM 2 Status Memory Retest [No] Yes Extended RAM Step 1MB 1KB Every Location [Disabled] Description Indicates the total capacity of installed memory. (View only) Indicates the capacity of memory available in the area smaller than 4GB. (View only) Indicates the current memory status.
4-12 Configuring Your Modular Server PCI Configuration Submenu Option Onboard NIC Parameter N/A Description Your Setting Parameter [Enabled] Disabled [Enabled] Disabled Description Specify whether the LAN controller 1 is enabled or disabled. Specify whether the extraction of BIOS of LAN controller 1 is enabled or disabled. Specify the ROM to be extracted for LAN controller 1. Specify whether the LAN controller 2 is enabled or disabled.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-13 Peripheral Configuration Submenu IMPORTANT: Make sure to avoid any conflict in the interrupt requests or the base I/O addresses. If an assigned value is already used by another resource, it appears in yellow. Any yellow value must be reassigned. Option Serial Port B Base I/O Address Interrupt USB 2.
4-14 Configuring Your Modular Server Advanced Chipset Control Submenu Option Multimedia Timer Wake On LAN/PME Parameter Disabled [Enabled] Disabled [Enabled] Wake On Ring [Disabled] Enabled Wake On RTC Alarm [Disabled] Enabled Description Specify whether the timer supporting a multimedia is enabled or disabled. Specify whether the remote power-on feature through the device connected to the standard network card is enabled or disabled.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-15 Security Select "Set Supervisor Password" or "Set User Password" and press Enter to display the pop-up screen. Note that User password setup is not available before Supervisor password setup. Set a password on the pop-up screen. Enter a password of up to seven alphanumeric characters and symbols from the keyboard. IMPORTANT: User password setup is not available before Supervisor password setup. Do not set any password before installing the OS.
4-16 Configuring Your Modular Server *1 One of the following messages appears when you press Enter. In case of no password setting In case of any password stored Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password [ [ If the input of "Enter New Password" is different from the input of "Confirm New Password", the following message is displayed.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-17 Server The items which can be set on the Server menu and their functions are described below. For setting of [System Management], [Console Redirection], [BMC LAN Configuration], and [Event Log Configuration], first select the item and press Enter to display the submenu.
4-18 Configuring Your Modular Server Option Thermal Sensor Parameter Disabled [Enabled] BMC IRQ Disabled [IRQ 11] Post Error Pause Disabled [Enabled] AC-LINK Shamrock-G Stay Off [Last State] Power On Power ON Delay Time Default [t1] (s) [t1-255] (s) Platform Event Filtering Disabled [Enabled] Description Specify whether the temperature sensor monitoring feature is enabled or disabled. If a thermal error is detected with this item being set to "Enabled", the system stops at the end of POST.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-19 System Management Submenu Option BIOS Revision Board Part Number Parameter – – Board Serial Number – System Part Number – System Serial Number Chassis Part Number – Chassis Serial Number Onboard LAN1 MAC Address Onboard LAN2 MAC Address Management LAN MAC Address BMC Device ID – BMC Device Revision – BMC Firmware Revision SDR Revision – – PIA Revision – – – – – – Description Indicates the version of BIOS.
4-20 Configuring Your Modular Server Console Redirection Submenu Option BIOS Redirection Port Baud Rate Flow Control Terminal Type Continue Redirection after POST Remote Console Reset Parameter Shamrock-G [Disabled] Serial Port B 9600 [19.2k] 38.4K 57.6k 115.2k None XON/XOFF [CTS/RTS] CTS/RTS+CD PC ANSI [VT100+] VT-UTF8 Disabled [Enabled] [Disabled] Enabled Description Specify the serial port to which a hardware console is connected.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-21 BMC LAN Configuration Submenu Option Shared BMC LAN Parameter [Disabled] Enabled LAN Connection Type IP Address [Auto Negotiation] 100Mbps Full Duplex 100Mbps Half Duplex 10Mbps Full Duplex 10Mbps Half Duplex Variable Subnet Mask Variable Default Gateway DHCP Variable Web Interface HTTP HTTP Port Number HTTPS HTTPS Port Number [Disabled] Enabled Disabled [Enabled] Variable Disabled [Enabled] Variable Command Line Interface Telnet Disabled [Enabled] Telnet P
4-22 Configuring Your Modular Server * If you press Enter on [Clear BMC Configuration], the following message appears. Clear BMC Configuration Are you sure to clear the BMC Configuration? If you select "Yes", it may take about 30 seconds to reset BMC setting. Please wait for a while. [Yes] No IMPORTANT: Notes on performing Clear BMC Configuration Executing "Load Setup Defaults" in BIOS SETUP utility does not restore the default value for settings related to management LAN of BMC.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-23 Event Log Configuration Submenu Option System Event Logs Auto Clear Event Logs Parameter N/A Description [Disabled] Enabled Clear All Event Logs [Enter] * If set to "Enabled", logs are automatically cleared when the error log area is fulfilled. Press Enter to clear the system event log. Your Setting [ ]: Factory-set * If you press Enter on [Clear All Event Logs], the following message appears.
4-24 Configuring Your Modular Server Boot If you move the cursor to the position of "Boot", the Boot menu appears, which is used to set the boot priority. 1. When BIOS detects a bootable device, it displays the information on the device in the relevant indication. To boot the system from a desired device, the device must be registered as a boot device. (Up to eight boot devices can be registered.) 2.
Configuring Your Modular Server 4-25 Exit The following describes each option on the Exit menu: Exit Saving Changes Select this item to quit SETUP after saving the newly selected information in CMOS (non-volatile memory). The selection of "Exit Saving Changes" causes the confirmation screen to appear. If you select "Yes", SETUP is terminated with the newly selected information saved in CMOS (nonvolatile memory). Then the modular server automatically reboots the system.
4-26 Configuring Your Modular Server Discard Changes Select this item to return the values modified currently to the previous values before saving the values to CMOS. Selecting "Discard Changes" causes the confirmation screen to appear. Select "Yes" to discard the newly selected information and return to the previous values. Save Changes Select this item to save the newly selected information to CMOS (non-volatile memory) without the termination of SETUP.
Chapter 5 Installing and Using Utilities This section describes how to use the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD that comes with your Module Enclosure (1way).
5-2 Installing and Using Utilities Autorun Menu When the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD is inserted into the optical disk drive, Windows automatically launches the menu as shown below. NOTE: If the menu does not appear, select "My computer" by using the Explorer, and double-click the icon of the optical disk drive that contains the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD. This menu is used to read the User's Guide or the other documents, and install the management software. NOTE: Some documents are provided in PDF format.
Installing and Using Utilities 5-3 NEC ESMPRO Manager Use the NEC ESMPRO Manager to monitor and manage the modular server from the management PC via network. NOTE: For detailed explanations on NEC ESMPRO, refer to the online document in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD that comes with your Module Enclosure.
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Chapter 6 Maintenance This chapter describes the daily maintenance of the modular server and precautions when relocating or storing the modular server. MAKING BACKUP COPIES NEC recommends you make backup copies of your valuable data stored in hard disk drives of the modular server on a regular basis. For backup storage devices suitable for the modular server and backup tools, consult with your service representative.
6-2 Maintenance CLEANING Clean the modular server on a regular basis to keep it in a good shape. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the equipment safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages 12 to 1-6 for details. ■ ■ Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the modular server. Disconnect the power plug before cleaning the modular server.
Maintenance Cleaning CD/DVD-ROM A dusty CD/DVD-ROM or dust-accumulated tray causes the device to fail to read data correctly. Follow the procedure below to clean the tray and CD/DVD-ROM regularly: 1. Make sure that the equipment is powered (the POWER/SLEEP lamp is lit). 2. Press the Eject button on the front of the optical disk drive. The tray comes out. 3. Hold the CD/DVD-ROM lightly and take it out from the tray. NOTE: Do not touch the signal side of the CD/DVD-ROM with your hand. 4.
6-4 Maintenance SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS The System Diagnostics runs several tests on the modular server. Select [Tool menu] - [Test and diagnostics] in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER to diagnose the system. Test Items The following items are tested in system diagnostics. Memory CPU cache memory Hard disk drive used as a system IMPORTANT: When executing the system diagnostics, make sure to disconnect the LAN cable. Executing the system diagnostics with the LAN cable connected, the network may be influenced.
Maintenance 6. 6-5 Select [Test and diagnostics]. Select [End-User Mode] and the system diagnostics starts. The diagnostics will be completed in approximately three minutes. When the diagnostics is completed, the screen of the display changes as shown below: Diagnostics tool title Test window title TeDoLi (TEst & Diagnosis On Linux) Ver001.00 (Build020901.1.
6-6 Maintenance 7. Follow the guide line shown at the bottom of the screen, and press the Esc key. The [Enduser Menu] below is displayed. TeDoLi (TEst & Diagnosis On Linux) Ver001.00 (Build020901.1.1m) Enduser Menu Enduser Menu
Maintenance 6-7 RELOCATING/STORING THE SERVER Follow the procedure below to relocate or store the modular server, hard disk drive, and Module Enclosure: WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the equipment safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages 1-2 to 1-6 for details. ■ ■ ■ Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the equipment. Do not remove the lithium battery. Disconnect the power plug before working with the equipment.
6-8 Maintenance When relocating or storing the Module Enclosure with the modular servers being installed in it Refer to the User's Guide of Module Enclosure for how to relocate or store the modular server being installed in Module Enclosure. When relocating or storing the modular server apart from the Module Enclosure Remove the device from the Module Enclosure according to the procedure described in Chapter 3. Package the device in the bag or carton box used at the shipment before relocating or storage.
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting If your modular server does not operate as expected, read this chapter before assuming a failure. NOTE: For provision against an unexpected failure, it is recommended to install the maintenance utility, NEC ESMPRO, to your computer.
7-2 Troubleshooting SYSTEM VIEWERS Monitor the occurrence of fault by NEC ESMPRO during the system operation. Especially take note on whether any alert is reported to NEC ESMPRO Manager on the management PC. Check whether any alert is reported on the Operation Window, [Information of server state/constitution] of NEC ESMPRO Manager, or AlertViewer of NEC ESMPRO Manager. [Example] Determine type and location of trouble occurred on modular server.
Troubleshooting 7-3 LAMPS The modular server includes lamps to indicate the modular server states by a variety of colors and display patterns on the front panel. See "Indications of STATUS lamp, their meanings and actions against the indications" in Chapter 2 for details.
7-4 Troubleshooting ERROR MESSAGES If an error occurs in the modular server, an error message appears. POST Error Messages Powering on the modular server automatically starts the self-diagnostic program, POST (Power On Self-Test). When the POST detects any error, it displays an error message and its measure on the display unit. Follow the table below to troubleshoot such errors. IMPORTANT: Take a note on the messages and beep patterns displayed before consulting with your service representative.
Troubleshooting 7-5 On-screen error message 0250 System battery is dead Replace and run SETUP 0251 0252 0260 0270 0271 02D0 Recommended action 1. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on. * Power off the modular server from OS, then press the POWER/SLEEP switch to power on. * Press the POWER/SLEEP switch to power off the modular server, then press it again to power on. * Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager. 2.
7-6 Troubleshooting On-screen error message 0B70 The error occurred during temperature sensor reading 0B71 System Temperature out of the range Recommended action 1. Take one of the following measures to reboot (reset) the modular server. * Issue an OS command. * Press Ctrl + Alt + Del. * Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager. 2. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on.
Troubleshooting 7-7 On-screen error message 0B74 The error occurred during voltage sensor reading 0B75 0B82 Recommended action 1. Take one of the following measures to reboot (reset) the modular server. * Issue an OS command. * Press Ctrl + Alt + Del. * Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager. 2. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on. * Power off the modular server from OS, then press the POWER/SLEEP switch to power on.
7-8 Troubleshooting On-screen error message 0B83 BMC IBF or OBF check failed 0B8A 0B8B 0B8D 0B8E 0B8F Recommended action 1. Take one of the following measures to reboot (reset) the modular server. * Issue an OS command. * Press Ctrl + Alt + Del. * Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager. 2. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on. * Power off the modular server from OS, then press the POWER/SLEEP switch to power on.
Troubleshooting 7-9 On-screen error message Recommended action 0B90 BMC Platform Information 1. Take one of the following measures to reboot (reset) the Area Corrupted modular server. * Issue an OS command. 0B91 BMC update firmware corrupted * Press Ctrl + Alt + Del. * Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE 0B92 Internal Use Area of BMC Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager. FRU corrupted 2. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular 0B93 BMC SDR Repository server and then on.
7-10 Troubleshooting On-screen error message Recommended action 0B95 BMC FRU device failure 1. Take one of the following measures to reboot (reset) the modular server. 0B96 BMC SDR Repository * Issue an OS command. failure * Press Ctrl + Alt + Del. 0B97 BMC SEL device failure * Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE 0B98 BMC RAM test error Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager. 0B99 BMC Fatal hardware error 2. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on.
Troubleshooting 7-11 On-screen error message 0BD1 1st SMBus device Error detected 0BD4 2nd SMBus device Error detected 0BD7 3rd SMBus device Error detected 0BDA 4th SMBus device Error detected 0BDD 5th SMBus device Error detected 0BE0 6th SMBus device Error detected 8100 8101 8150 8151 Memory Error detected in DIMM #1 Memory Error detected in DIMM #2 NVRAM Cleared By Jumper Password Cleared By Jumper Recommended action 1. Take one of the following measures to reboot (reset) the modular server.
7-12 Troubleshooting Error Messages on Virtual LCD If POST detects an error, it displays POST error code on Virtual LCD upon completion of POST. See the table for POST error codes for details. The remote management feature of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine and NEC ESMPRO displays the status of the managed modular server on virtual LCD (16 digits x 2 lines). IMPORTANT: You may ask your service representative for checking installation status or replacing any devices.
Troubleshooting 7-13 POST Progress Codes POST progress code 28h 2Ah 2Ch 2Eh 0Ah 2Fh 38h 67h 69h 49h 55h 4Ah 4Ch 59h C6h 4Eh 50h 60h 62h 68h 6Ah 87h 98h 93h 9Ch BAh C3h ACh B0h BDh 97h C0h Description Initializing and checking memory Zero Clear of memory Address line test of memory Data line test of memory Initializing processor Setting cache for processor Shadowing system BIOS Initializing application processor Initializing SMl Initializing PCI device (Resource assignment) Initializing USB Initializing vi
7-14 Troubleshooting Other Messages Messages displayed on upper line When STATUS lamp is lighting in green: On-screen message Prepare To Boot Description Action POST completes normally. This is not an error. When STATUS lamp is off: On-screen message PCI Bus SERR 01 PCI Bus SERR 07 PCI Bus SERR 09 PCI Bus PERR 01 PCI Bus PERR 07 PCI Bus PERR 09 Description Action A system error was detected on chipset. A system error was detected on LAN1 device. A system error was detected on LAN2 device.
Troubleshooting 7-15 Messages displayed on lower line When STATUS lamp is off: On-screen message SMI Timeout DUMP Request! Description Action A timeout error occurred during system management interrupt. 1. Take one of the following measures to reboot (reset) the modular server. * Issue an OS command. * Press Ctrl + Alt + Del. * Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager. 2. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on.
7-16 Troubleshooting On-screen message WDT Timeout Processor T-Trip Description Action Watchdog timer timeout error occurred. 1. Take one of the following measures to reboot (reset) the modular server. * Issue an OS command. * Press Ctrl + Alt + Del. * Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager. 2. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on. * Power off the modular server from OS, then press the POWER/SLEEP switch to power on.
Troubleshooting 7-17 When STATUS lamp is lighting in amber: On-screen message Proc Temp Alm 02 Proc Temp Alm 09 Description Action A low temperature alarm is detected in processor. A high temperature alarm is detected in processor. 1. Check if fans in Module Enclosure work normally. 2. Refer to the User’s Guide of the Module Enclosure to make sure that the sufficient number of fans are installed in correct locations. 3. Check if the fans and modular servers are installed in correct locations. 4.
7-18 Troubleshooting On-screen message BB Temp2 Alm 02 BB Temp2 Alm 09 BB Temp1 Alm 02 BB Temp1 Alm 09 Description Action A low temperature alarm is detected in base board. A high temperature alarm is detected in base board. A low temperature alarm is detected in base board. A high temperature alarm is detected in base board. 1. Check if fans in Module Enclosure work normally. 2.
Troubleshooting 7-19 On-screen message VBAT Alm 02 VBAT Alm 09 Description Action A voltage alarm (lower limit) occurred on lithium battery. A voltage alarm (upper limit) occurred on lithium battery. 1. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on. * Power off the modular server from OS, then press the POWER/SLEEP switch to power on. * Press the POWER/SLEEP switch to power off the modular server, then press it again to power on.
7-20 Troubleshooting On-screen message BB 1.8v Alm 02 BB 1.8v Alm 09 BB 0.9v Alm 02 BB 0.9v Alm 09 BB 1.5v Alm 02 BB 1.5v Alm 09 BB 3.3v Alm 02 BB 3.3v Alm 09 BB 5.0v Alm 02 BB 5.0v Alm 09 BB 12v Alm 02 BB 12v Alm 09 BB 1.2vsb Alm 02 BB 1.2vsb Alm 09 BB 3.3vsb Alm 02 BB 3.3vsb Alm 09 Description Action 1.8V voltage alarm (lower limit) occurred. 1.8V voltage alarm (upper limit) occurred. 0.9V voltage alarm (lower limit) occurred. 0.9V voltage alarm (upper limit) occurred. 1.
Troubleshooting 7-21 On-screen message Proc 1.05v Alm 02 Proc 1.05v Alm 09 Proc Core Alm 02 Proc Core Alm 09 Proc Missing Description Action 1.05V voltage alarm (lower limit) occurred on processor. 1.05V voltage alarm (upper limit) occurred on processor. A core voltage alarm (lower limit) was detected in processor. A core voltage alarm (upper limit) was detected in processor. 1. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on.
7-22 Troubleshooting When STATUS lamp is blinking in amber: On-screen message System FAN2R Alm System FAN2F Alm System FAN1R Alm System FAN1F Alm Proc Temp Alm 00 Proc Temp Alm 07 Description Action A warning was detected on the rear fan box 2. A warning was detected on the front fan box 2. A warning was detected on the rear fan box 1. A warning was detected on the front fan box 1. A low temperature warning was detected on processor. A high temperature warning was detected on processor. 1.
Troubleshooting 7-23 On-screen message BB Temp2 Alm 00 BB Temp2 Alm 07 BB Temp1 Alm 00 BB Temp1 Alm 07 Description Action A low temperature warning was detected on base board. A high temperature warning was detected on base board. A low temperature warning was detected on base board. A high temperature warning was detected on base board. 1. Check if fans in Module Enclosure work normally. 2.
7-24 Troubleshooting On-screen message VBAT Alm 00 VBAT Alm 07 Description Action A voltage warning (lower limit) was detected on lithium battery. A voltage warning (upper limit) was detected on lithium battery. 1. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on. * Power off the modular server from OS, then press the POWER/SLEEP switch to power on. * Press the POWER/SLEEP switch to power off the modular server, then press it again to power on.
Troubleshooting 7-25 On-screen message BB 1.8v Alm 00 BB 1.8v Alm 07 BB 0.9v Alm 00 BB 0.9v Alm 07 BB 1.5v Alm 00 BB 1.5v Alm 07 BB 3.3v Alm 00 BB 3.3v Alm 07 BB 5.0v Alm 00 BB 5.0v Alm 07 BB 12v Alm 00 BB 12v Alm 07 BB 1.2vsb Alm 00 BB 1.2vsb Alm 07 BB 3.3vsb Alm 00 BB 3.3vsb Alm 07 Description Action 1.8V voltage warning (lower limit) was detected. 1.8V voltage warning (upper limit) was detected. 0.9V voltage warning (lower limit) was detected. 0.9V voltage warning (upper limit) was detected. 1.
7-26 Troubleshooting On-screen message Proc 1.05v Alm 00 Proc 1.05v Alm 07 Proc Core Alm 00 Proc Core Alm 07 Description Action 1.05V voltage warning (lower limit) was detected on processor. 1.05V voltage warning (upper limit) was detected on processor. A core voltage warning (lower limit) was detected on processor. A core voltage warning (upper limit) was detected on processor. 1. Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on.
Troubleshooting 7-27 SOLVING PROBLEMS When the system fails to operate as expected, see the following to find out your problem and follow the instruction given before asking for repair. If the system still fails to operate successfully after solving your problem, take a note on the onscreen message and contact your service representative. Modular Server Fail to power-on: Is the proper power supplied to the system? → Use the power cord shipped with the Module Enclosure.
7-28 Troubleshooting Fail to power-off: Is the POWER switch function disabled? → Restart the modular server and then run the BIOS SETUP utility. The modular server unexpectedly turned off or shutdown: Is any temperature alarm or warning detected? → The modular server shuts down when temperature alarm or warning is detected. Use the modular server in an appropriate operating environment.
Troubleshooting 7-29 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 modular server has any external devices connected, power on the external devices first, then the modular server.
7-30 Troubleshooting Fail to access the hard disk drive: Is the hard disk drive applicable to the modular server? → Operation of any device that is not authorized by NEC is not guaranteed. Is the hard disk drive properly installed? → Check if the hard disk drive is properly connected to the internal SAS/SATA cable connector. Fail to start the OS: Is the BIOS configuration correct? → Run the BIOS SETUP utility to change the boot order (see Chapter 4).
Troubleshooting 7-31 Fail to access to the DVD/CD-ROM: Is the DVD/CD-ROM properly set in the optical disk drive tray? → Take the DVD/CD-ROM disk out of the tray, and set it again with its label side upward. Is there any soil or crack on DVD/CD-ROM disk? → Make sure there is no soil due to fingerprint or others on the disk surface. Also make sure that there is no crack on the disk surface. Clean the disk surface if it is soiled.
7-32 Troubleshooting Forgotten the login name/password to use the remote management feature through Web browser: → If you have forgotten the login name or password, restore the factory default including password by the following procedures. IMPORTANT: Restoring the factory default clears configuration data created by NEC ESMPRO Manager. You need to save the configuration data before clearing password. (1) Start NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD from the modular server.
Troubleshooting 7-33 Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER When the modular server is not booted from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD, check the following: Did you set the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER during POST and restart the modular server? → If you do not set the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER during POST and restart the modular server, an error message will appear or the OS will boot. Is BIOS configuration correct? → The boot device order may be specified with the BIOS SETUP utility of the modular server.
7-34 Troubleshooting MAINTENANCE TOOLS The Maintenance Tools is used for preventive maintenance, fault analysis, and several settings. IMPORTANT: This guide contains procedures to use a floppy disk, however, your modular server is not equipped with factory-installed floppy disk drive and optical disk drive. Use the optional Flash FDD or USB FDD. Starting Maintenance Tools Run the Maintenance Tools according to the following procedure. 1. Turn on peripheral devices and the modular server in this order.
Troubleshooting 7-35 4. To use a tool on local console, select "Tool menu (Normal mode)". To use a tool from remote console, select "Tool menu (Redirection mode)". IMPORTANT: An initial selection of the menu is "Japanese". If any other language is not selected, "Japanese" starts automatically 5 seconds after the Language Selection menu is displayed. 5. Select "English". The TOOL MENU as shown below is displayed.
7-36 Troubleshooting When you use a remote console 6. Select a desired tool to start it.
Troubleshooting 7-37 Function of Maintenance Tools The following functions can be performed in the Maintenance Tools. Maintenance Utility The Off-line Maintenance Utility is started in Maintenance Utility. The Off-line Maintenance Utility performs preventive maintenance and fault analysis. When you are unable to start the NEC ESMPRO to troubleshoot a problem, the Off-line Maintenance Utility can be used. IMPORTANT: The Off-line Maintenance Utility is intended for use of your service representative.
7-38 Troubleshooting BIOS/FW Updating Use this menu to update the software module such as BIOS and firmware of the modular server. IMPORTANT: Do not turn off the modular server while the update program is running. If the update processing is discontinued, the system becomes unable to start. ROM-DOS startup FD Use this menu to create a support disk for starting the ROM-DOS system.
Troubleshooting 7-39 Maintenance Tools with Remote Console This subsection describes the procedures for using Maintenance Tools with remote console. Maintenance Tools contains the remote console feature that allows the system administrator to set up the modular server from the management workstation (management PC) via the network or the modular server's COM B (serial) port. IMPORTANT: Do not use this feature on any other computer than the modular server, or on any other NEC Express series server.
7-40 Troubleshooting NOTE: The BIOS SETUP information is set as shown below. Serial Port: Base I/O Address: Interrupt: BIOS Redirection Port: Baud Rate: Flow Control: Console Type: [Enabled] [3F8] [IRQ 4] [Disabled] [19.
Troubleshooting 7-41 SYSTEM MANAGEMENT The System Management feature makes settings for using the notification function by the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) and remote control function from the management PC. Starting the System Management The System Management may be started from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD in the following procedure. 1. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD into optical disk drive and restart the system. 2. Select [Tool menu] – [English] – [System Management].
7-42 Troubleshooting RESETTING THE MODULAR SERVER This section describes how to reset the modular server when the modular server halts or when you want to restore the factory-set BIOS configuration. IMPORTANT: Resetting the modular server clears the DIMM memory and the data in process. To reset the modular server when it is not frozen, make sure that no processing is in progress. Software Reset If the modular server halts before starting the OS, press and hold Ctrl and Alt and press Delete.
Troubleshooting 7-43 CLEARING CMOS DATA AND PASSWORD With the pre-installed SETUP utility, you can set desired passwords to protect the data stored in the modular server against access from unauthorized users. When you forget the passwords, however, you may want to clear them. The following describes how to clear these passwords. You can also use the following procedure to clear the CMOS data in the modular server. IMPORTANT: Clearing the CMOS data resumes the factory-set configuration data.
7-44 Troubleshooting The following figure illustrates the jumper switch location. Protect Protect Clear Clear Clearing CMOS Data 1. Record the current BIOS settings. 2. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" as described in Chapter 8 of this guide to prepare. 3. Move the clip over pins 1 and 2. Then put it back over pins 10 and 12. Short-circuit pins 10 and 12 to protect the CMOS data. Short-circuit pins 1 and 2 to clear the CMOS data. 4.
Chapter 8 Upgrading Your Modular Server This chapter describes optional devices available for the modular server, procedures to install or remove such optional devices, and notes on using them. IMPORTANT: Optional devices described in this chapter may be installed or removed by any user. However, NEC does not assume any liability for damage to optional devices or the modular server or malfunctions of the modular server resulted from installation by the user.
8-2 Upgrading Your Modular Server SAFETY NOTES Observe the following notes to install or remove optional devices safely and properly. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages 1-2 to 1-6 for details. ■ ■ Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the modular server. Do not remove the lithium, Li-Ion, or NiMH battery.
Upgrading Your Modular Server 8-3 ANTI-STATIC MEASURES The modular server contains electronic components sensitive to static electricity. Avoid failures caused by static electricity when installing or removing any optional devices. Wear a wrist strap (an arm belt or anti-static glove). Wear a wrist strap on your wrist. If no wrist strap is available, touch an unpainted metal part of the cabinet before touching a component to discharge static electricity from your body.
8-4 Upgrading Your Modular Server CONFIRMATION AFTER INSTALLATION/REMOVAL Confirm the following after installing an option and removing a component: Installing removed components exactly as they were Install the components and cables, which were removed and disconnected for addition of an option, exactly as they were. Assembling without a component being installed or a cable being disconnected causes the equipment to malfunction.
Upgrading Your Modular Server PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION/REMOVAL To install or remove an optional device in/from the modular server, you should first remove the modular server from the Module Enclosure. IMPORTANT: Remove the target modular server only. Do not remove any other blank cover or modular server from another slot. Be sure to install or remove the modular server one by one. Put the removed modular server in the following place.
8-6 Upgrading Your Modular Server INSTALLATION/REMOVAL PROCEDURE Install or remove the devices in the following procedure. SO-DIMM The SO-DIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module) is inserted into the SO-DIMM socket on the modular server. The modular server has two SO-DIMM sockets. Install or remove two DIMMs one by one. Install the SO-DIMM in SO-DIMM socket #1, then in socket #2. NOTES: Up to 2GB memory can be added. The modular server requires at least one DIMM to operate.
Upgrading Your Modular Server 8-7 Adding Order and Precautions Install DIMMs one by one. Two DIMMs must be the same capacity and same speed. (Check the labels on the DIMM board.) Installation Install the DIMM on the modular server according to the following procedure: 1. After the shutdown processing for the modular server to be removed, turn off the power of the modular server. 2. Take out the modular server from the Module Enclosure. See Chapter 3 for details. 3.
8-8 Upgrading Your Modular Server Removal Remove the DIMM in the following procedure. NOTE: To remove the defected DIMM, check the error message appearing on POST or NEC ESMPRO to confirm the modular server on which the detected DIMM is installed. 1. After providing the shutdown processing for the modular server to be removed, turn off the power of the modular server. 2. Pull out the modular server from the Module Enclosure. See Chapter 3 for details. 3.
Upgrading Your Modular Server Hard Disk Drive The modular server can contain only one 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives. IMPORTANT: The hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to static electricity. Make sure to touch the metal frame of the cabinet to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the hard disk drive. Do not touch the terminals and parts on the hard disk drive by a bare hand and place the hard disk drive directly on the desk.
8-10 Upgrading Your Modular Server Installation Install the hard disk drive in the following procedure. 1. After providing the shutdown processing for the modular server to be removed, turn off the power of the modular server. 2. Pull out the modular server from the Module Enclosure. See Chapter 3 for details. 3. Place the modular server on anti-static sheet with little dust. 4. Remove the four screws from the hard disk drive bracket. 5.
Upgrading Your Modular Server 8-11 6. Install the hard disk drive to the modular server. Use the four screws you have removed from the modular server in Step 4. 7. Connect the internal SAS/SATA cable K410-223(00). NOTES: Make sure that the cable is surely connected to the hard disk drive and that connector on mother board. SAS hard disk drive is unavailable for the modular server.
8-12 Upgrading Your Modular Server Removal Install the hard disk drive in the following procedure. 1. After providing the shutdown processing for the modular server to be removed, turn off the power of the modular server. 2. Pull out the modular server from the Module Enclosure. See Chapter 3 for details. 3. Place the modular server on anti-static sheet with little dust. 4. Remove the internal SAS/SATA cable K410-223(00). IMPORTANT: Keep the removed cable for future use. 5.
Upgrading Your Modular Server 7. Secure the hard disk drive bracket to the modular server with four screws.
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Appendix A Specifications Item CPU Type Clock 2nd Cache Standard Maximum Chipset Memory Standard Maximum Adding time Memory module Error check Hard disk drive Standard Maximum Auxiliary input Floppy disk device CD/DVD-ROM LAN interface External interface External dimensions (mm) Weight Power supply Power consumption (+12Vdc) Environmental Temperature requirements Humidity NEC Express5800/E110b-M N8100-1635F Intel Atom processor N450 1.
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Appendix B Using a Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER is stored in DVD. If you want to install the management software of NEC EXPRESSBUILDER to the client computer that has no DVD drive, make a CD-R from EXPRESSBUILDER DVD according to the following steps. NOTE: This procedure can copy only one CD at the purpose of installing the management software to the client computer. 1. Insert the EXPRESSBUILDER DVD into the computer which has a DVD drive. 2.
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