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Contents Using This Guide.................................................................. ix Text Conventions................................................................................................................... x Related Documents...............................................................................................................xi Safety Notices......................................................................................................................
Powering On Your System .............................................................................................. 2-17 Configuring Your System...................................................3-1 Configuring Your System .................................................................................................. 3-2 BIOS Setup Utility............................................................................................................. 3-3 Using the BIOS Setup Utility .....................
Upgrading Your System ....................................................... 1 General Information .............................................................................................................. 2 Static Precautions .................................................................................................................. 2 Preparing Your System for Upgrade ..................................................................................... 3 Equipment Log ...........................
Problems with Application Software.......................................................................... 5-12 Press F2 Key to Enter Setup: Prompt Does Not Display........................................... 5-12 Enable F2 Prompt by Using SSU........................................................................ 5-13 Enable F2 Prompt by Changing a Jumper and Using SSU................................. 5-14 Bootable CD-ROM Is Not Detected.....................................................................
Reset ................................................................................................................... C-11 Phonebook ....................................................................................................................... C-12 Management Plug-ins ...................................................................................................... C-13 SEL Viewer ...............................................................................................................
Using This Guide The MC2400 User’s Guide provides a quick reference to information about your system. Its goal is to familiarize you with your system and the tasks necessary for system configuring and upgrading. This guide contains the following information: ! Chapter 1, “System Overview” provides an overview of your system and describes your system’s major system components. See this chapter to familiarize yourself with your system.
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. Note: Notes give important information about the material being described. x ! Names of keyboard keys are printed as they appear on the keyboard. For example, Ctrl, Alt, or Enter.
Related Documents In addition to this guide, the following system documentation is included with your server either as electronic files on EXPRESSBUILDER or as paper copy shipped with your server. ! System Release Notes Release Notes provide you with the latest information about your system. This information was not available to be included in your user's guide at the time it was developed and released.
Safety Notices ! ! Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock which could cause personal injury, follow all safety notices. The symbols shown are used in your documentation and on your equipment to indicate safety hazards. ! Warning: Lithium batteries can be dangerous. Improper handling of lithium batteries may result in an explosion. Dispose of lithium batteries as required by local ordinance or as normal waste if no local ordinance exists.
Safety Notices for Users Outside of the U.S.A. and Canada ! PELV (Protected Extra-Low Voltage) Integrity: To ensure the extra-low voltage integrity of the equipment, connect only equipment with mains-protected electricallycompatible circuits to the external ports. ! Remote Earths: To prevent electrical shock, connect all local (individual office) computers and computer support equipment to the same electrical circuit of the building wiring.
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. If condensation exists, allow it to evaporate before powering on the system.
1 System Overview ! Overview ! System Chassis ! Power Supply ! Peripheral Bays ! SAF-TE (SCSI Accessed Fault Tolerant Enclosure) Board ! System Board Features ! System Security
Overview This server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Intel Pentium® chip set. The combination of compute performance, memory capacity, and integrated I/O provides a high performance environment for many server market applications. These range from large corporations supporting remote offices to small companies looking to obtain basic connectivity capability such as file and print services, e -mail, web access, web site server, etc.
This server system is designed for minimum downtime. To this end, the server includes or has the options to include the following: ! Optional power system redundancy; in a system configured with two power supplies, the system will continue to operate with a single power supply failure. ! Self-contained power supply units that can be easily installed or removed from the back of the chassis. ! SCSI drive bays accessible from the front of the chassis.
As application requirements increase, you can expand your server with an additional processor, additional memory, add-in boards and peripheral devices: tape devices, CDROM, diskette drives and hard disk drives. Your server features the following major components: ! Single or dual high-performance Pentium processors packaged in Single Edge Connector (SEC) cartridges. ! 32 MB to 1 GB of memory, using up to four DIMMs. ! Four PCI expansion slots for add-in boards (one slot shared with an ISA slot).
! Mechanical: Keylock at the front of the chassis and two metal padlocks loops (one at the back of each side panel). Three intrusion sensor switches for the front, left and right side of the chassis. Two of the three intrusion sensor switches (left and right side intrusion sensor switches only) become power inter-lock switches when two power supplies are installed. System Chassis The system chassis is an easy-to-expand, fabricated metal structure.
System Chassis (Right Side View) A. CD-ROM drive B. Removable media bay C. 1.44 MB 3.5"diskette drive D. SAF-TE board E. SCSI disk drive bays (7) F. SCSI backplane board G. Fans, behind SCSI disk drive bays (2 standard plus 1 optional) H. Optional fan* I. Intrusion/Interlock switch J. Standard power supply K. Power supply module slots (one standard power supply slot and one optional power supply slot) L. Power supply status LED* M. DC power LED* N. Power available switch* O.
Power Supply The ATX300 watt power supply is switch-selectable for 115 or 230 Vac at an operating frequency of 50/60 Hz. It is designed to comply with existing emission standards and provides sufficient power for a fully loaded system configuration. The power supply voltage selection switch is factory set to 115Vac for systems used in the United States; it is set to 230Vac for systems used in Europe. Peripheral Bays The system supports a variety of standard PC AT-compatible peripheral devices.
System Board Features The system board offers a “flat” design with the processor and memory subsystems residing on the board. This figure shows the major components on the system board. The following subsections describe the system board major components. A B C E D Z Y X F W V U T G J H I K Pri. Sec. L M S R Q P System Board O N A. Secondary processor connector N. Server management connector B. Primary processor connector O. Narrow SCSI connector C. Fan connectors P.
Pentium Processor Depending on system configuration, each system includes one or two Pentium processors. Each Pentium processor is packaged in a Single Edge Contact (S.E.C.) cartridge. or Single Edge Contact Cartridge Version 2 (SECC2). The cartridge includes the processor core with an integrated 16 KB primary (L1) cache; the secondary (L2) cache; a thermal plate (not included in the SECC2); and a back cover.
I/O Expansion Slots The server's expansion capabilities meet the needs of file and application servers for high performance I/O by providing a combination of PCI local bus and ISA connectors. The system board has two full-length ISA bus connectors. One of the connectors shares a chassis expansion slot with a PCI connector. ISA features: ! Bus speed up to 8.33 MHz ! 16-bit memory addressing ! 8- or 16-bit data transfers ! Plug and Play ready. The system board has four full-length PCI connectors.
Real-Time Clock/Calendar The real-time clock provides system clock/calendar information stored in a non-volatile memory (NVRAM). The real-time clock battery provides power backup for the realtime clock. BIOS A BIOS and Setup Utility are located in the Flash EPROM on the system board and include support for system setup and PCI/ISA Plug-and-Play auto-configuration. A number of security, reliability, and management features also have been incorporated to meet vital server needs.
SCSI Controller The system board includes an embedded dual Symbios Logic SYM53C875, PCI SCSI host adapter. The SYM53C875 contains two independent SCSI controllers that share a single PCI bus master interface. Internally, each controller is identical, capable of operations using either 8- or 16-bit SCSI providing 10 MB/s (Fast-10) or 20 MB/s (Fast-20) throughput, or 20 MB/s (Ultra) or 40 MB/s (Ultra-wide) throughput.
Peripheral Controller The advanced integrated peripheral controller supports two serial ports, one parallel port, diskette drive, PS/2-compatible keyboard and mouse, and integrated Real Time Clock (RTC). The system provides the connector interface for each port. Serial Ports Both serial ports are relocatable. Each serial port can be set to one of four different COM ports and can be enabled separately. When disabled, serial port interrupts are available to add-in boards.
System Security To help prevent unauthorized entry or use of the system, the system includes a full lockable front panel and Server Management software that monitors the system intrusion switches. Security with Mechanical Locks and Monitoring The front panel of the tower-based system contains a mechanical lock to prevent access to the front of the computer chassis.
2 Setting Up the System ! Overview ! Selecting a Site ! Unpacking the System ! Rack-Mount Subsystem Assembly ! Getting Familiar with the System ! Making Connections ! Setting the Line Voltage ! Connecting the Power Cord(s) ! Powering On Your System
Overview This chapter describes how to select a site, unpack the system, make cable connections, and power on the tower-based or rack-mount system units. Also, provided are the instructions for assembling the rack-mount system unit. Selecting a Site The system operates reliably in a typical office environment. Choose a site that is: ! Near grounded, three-pronged power outlets. Note: For the United States and Canada, this means a NEMA 5-15R outlets for 100-120 VAC or NEMA 6-15R outlets for 200-240 VAC.
Unpacking the System ! WARNING Your system weighs approximately 65 pounds (29.25 kg). If your system contains numerous optional boards and peripheral devices, it will weigh more. To avoid personal injury, make sure you have someone help you lift or move 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.
Rack-Mount Subsystem Assembly This section provides the instructions for assembling the rack-mount server unit into a standard IAE 19 inch rack cabinet. 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.
Assembly This section describes how to assemble your rack-mount server unit into a standard IAE 19 inch rack cabinet. ! CAUTION Ensure that the location of the rack-mount server unit does not create an unstable condition when installed in the rack cabinet. 1. Select an appropriate location in your rack cabinet for the rack-mount server unit. To improve rack stability, mount heavier items towards the bottom of the rack cabinet.
Assembling the Support Brackets in the Rack Cabinet A. Rear vertical mounting rail B.
4. Lift the rack-mount server unit (C) onto the two support brackets and slide it toward the rear of the rack cabinet. ! WARNING It is strongly recommended that two people are present when lifting and assembling the rack-mount server unit into a rack cabinet. 5. Secure the front bezel to the rack cabinet's front vertical mounting rails (B) using the four screws (E) and plastic washers (D) provided. Installing the Rack-Mount Server Unit into the Rack Cabinet A. Rear vertical mounting rail B.
Getting Familiar with the System Before setting up your system, you should become familiar with the system’s features, such as the location of your system's front and rear panel switches, indicators and connectors, etc. Note that this section describes the tower-based system controls (switches and indicators) and connectors, which are identical for the rack-mount system. Front View with Front Door Closed This figure shows the location of the front system features (tower-based system only).
Front View with Front Door Opened Refer to the following figure and open the front door of the cabinet as follows (tower-based system only). 1. If door is locked, unlock the front door. 2. Pull the bottom of the front door out and tilt up until it is aligned level with the top of the cabinet, then push the door back directly over the top of the cabinet as far as it will go.
This figure shows the location of the front system controls and indicators. Front System Features and Controls A. Activity light, CD-ROM reader When lit, CD-ROM reader is in use. B. Load/eject button, CD-ROM reader Press to load CD and eject CD. C. Activity light, 3 ½-inch diskette drive When lit, diskette is in use. D. Eject button, 3 ½-inch diskette drive Press to eject diskette. E. DC power ON/OFF switch Press to turn system DC power on or off. F.
Rear View This figure shows the location of the following rear system features and controls. Rear Features and Controls A. Keyboard PS/2-compatible 6-pin mini-DIN connector. B. Mouse PS/2-compatible 6-pin mini-DIN connector. C. COM1 COM1 serial port 9-pin connector. D. Printer 25-pin parallel port connector. E. VGA VGA monitor 15-pin connector. F. LAN connector RJ-45 connector. G. Green LAN status light See Table "LAN Status Indicator LEDs (I/O Panel)" that follows. H.
Status Indicator LED Descriptions The following tables list the System Status Indicator LEDs, the Disk Drive Status Indicator LEDs, the Disk Drive Status Abnormal Conditions, the Power Supply Status Indicator LEDs, and the LAN Status Indicator LEDs along with a description of each LED indicator.
Note: The Disk Drive Status Indicator LEDs are active only when a RAID board is installed. Front Disk Drive Status Indicator LEDs LED Status Description Response Disk Drive Activity Off Not accessing disk drive None required (normal) ON (Green) Accessing disk drive None required (normal) Off No alarms None required (normal) ON (Amber) (See the "Disk Drive Status Conditions" table that follows.
Making Connections If your system normally operates without a video display or keyboard (for example, as a network server), you must install a video display and keyboard to configure the system. You may remove them after running the System Setup Utility (SSU). For information on running the SSU, refer to Appendix B of this User’s Guide. Refer to the previous figure (Rear Features and Controls) and connect your keyboard, monitor, and mouse.
Setting the Line Voltage The system contains an ATX300 watt power supply that is switch-selectable for 115 or 230 VAC at an operating frequency of 50/60Hz. The power supply voltage selection switch is factory set to 115Vac for systems shipped to North America; it is set to 230Vac for systems shipped in Europe. Line source voltages between 200 and 240 VAC are acceptable when the power supply input voltage is set to 230 VAC.
Setting the Line Voltage A. Voltage selector switch set to 115 VAC B.
Connecting the Power Cord(s) Plug the female end of the AC power cord into the input receptacle on the rear of the power supply cage. Plug the male end of the power cord into NEMA 515R outlet for 100-120 VAC or NEMA 6-15R outlet for 200-240 VAC. If the power cord(s) supplied with the system are not compatible with the AC wall outlet in your region, obtain a suitable power cord that meets the following criteria.
After a few seconds your system begins the internal Power-On Self Tests (POST). POST automatically checks the system board, CPU module, memory, keyboard, and most installed peripheral devices. ! CAUTION Always allow POST to complete before powering down your system. ! CAUTION The server management logic on your system board monitors and logs system voltage changes.
3 Configuring Your System ! Configuring Your System ! BIOS Setup Utility ! Symbios Configuration Utility ! Optional RAID Controllers ! Configuring System Board Jumpers
Configuring Your System Configuration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration. You can configure your system, as well as option boards you may add to your system, using the BIOS Setup Utility. Several unique system parameters are configured using the BIOS Setup, which is stored in the system FLASH memory. You can also configure your system, including reserving resources required by the option boards, using the System Setup Utility (SSU).
BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is used to change system configuration parameters. This utility has some unique parameters and many parameters that are also configurable with the SSU. The utility is resident in the system FLASH memory and does not require a diskette or an operating system present to run. However, parameters set with the BIOS Setup Utility that can also be set with the SSU, will be overwritten by the SSU the next time the SSU is run.
Key Function in Setup Menu F1 or Alt-H Get Help about an item. ESC Exit the current menu and return to the previous menu. Left or right arrow keys Move between menus. Up or down arrow keys Move cursor up and down. The cursor moves only to the settings that you can change. HOME or END Move cursor to top or bottom of window. PAGE UP or PAGE DOWN Move cursor to next or previous page. F5 or - Select the previous value for the field. F6 or + or SPACE Select the next value for the field.
Main Menu Feature Choices Description Your Setting System Time HH:MM:SS Sets the system time. System Date MM/DD/YYYY Sets the system date. Legacy Diskette A: Disabled 360KB 1.2 MB 720KB 1.44/1.25 MB 2.88 MB Selects the diskette type. The 1.25 MB diskette requires a 3-mode diskette drive. Legacy Diskette B: Disabled 360KB 1.2 MB 720KB 1.44/1.25 MB 2.88 MB Selects the diskette type. Primary IDE Master Press ENTER Refer to “Primary IDE Master and Slave Submenu.
Primary IDE Master and Slave Submenu Feature Choices Description Type Auto Auto allows the system to attempt auto-detection of the drive type. None informs the system to ignore this drive. CD ROM allows the manual entry of fields described below. Determines that a removable IDE drive is installed. IDE allows the manual entry of fields described below. Determines that a removable ATAPI drive is installed. ATAPI allows the manual entry of fields described below.
Secondary IDE Master and Slave Submenu Feature Choices Description Type Auto Auto allows the system to attempt auto-detection of the drive type. None informs the system to ignore this drive. CD ROM allows the manual entry of fields described below. Determines that a removable IDE drive is installed. IDE allows the manual entry of fields described below. Determines that a removable ATAPI drive is installed. ATAPI allows the manual entry of fields described below.
Keyboard Submenu Feature Choices Description NumLock On Off Selects power-on state for Num Lock. Key Click Disabled Enabled Enables or disables key click. Keyboard autorepeat rate 13.3/sec 10/sec 6/sec 2/sec Keyboard autorepeat delay 1/4 sec 1/2 sec 3/4 sec 1 sec 30/sec 26.7/sec 21.8/sec 18.5/sec Your Setting Selects key repeat rate. Selects delay before key repeat.
Advanced Menu Feature Choices Description Your Setting Installed OS Other Win95 Select the operating system installed in your system. Reset Configuration Data No Yes Select Yes if you want to clear the extended system configuration (ESCD) area during next boot. System automatically resets to No in next boot. PCI Configuration Press ENTER Refer to “PCI Configuration Submenu.” Integrated Peripherals Configuration Press ENTER Refer to “Integrated Peripherals Configuration Submenu.
PCI Configuration Submenus This submenu should only be changed by qualified technical personnel. ! CAUTION Leave PCI Configuration Submenu at factory-default settings. This submenu should only be changed by a technically qualified person. PCI Configuration Submenu Feature Choices Description PCI Device, Embedded SCSI Devices Press ENTER. N/A Option ROM Scan Enabled Disabled Enables option ROM scan of the selected device.
Integrated Peripheral Configuration Submenu Feature Choices Description COM 1: Disabled Enabled Auto OS Controlled Auto forces BIOS to configure the port. OS Controlled forces OS to configure the port. If this COM port is used for Console Redirection make sure I/O and IRQ are identical to the values in the server Setup Menu. Base I/O Address 3F8 2F8 3E8 2E8 Selects the base I/O address for COM port A. Interrupt IRQ 4 IRQ 3 Selects the IRQ for COM port A.
Advanced Chipset Control Feature Choices Description 640 – 768K Disabled If enabled, ISA Master and DMA cycles are forwarded to PCI. Enabled Delayed Transaction Disabled Passive Release Disabled Enabled Enabled Your Setting Enable the delayed transaction mechanism when PIIX4 is target of a PCI transaction. Enable the Passive Release mechanism on PHOLD# signal when PIIX4 is a PCI MASTER. Security Menu Note: Enabling the Administrator Password field requires a password for entering Setup.
Security menu (Continued) Feature Choices Description Your Setting Set Administrator Password Press ENTER When the key is pressed, the user is prompted for a password; press ESC key to abort. Once set, this can be disabled by setting it to a null string, or by clearing password jumper on system board (refer to System Board Jumpers in this chapter). Password on Boot Disabled Enabled Requires password entry before boot. System will remain in secure mode until password is entered.
Security menu (Continued) Feature Choices Description Video Blanking Disabled Enabled Blank video when secure mode is activated. The user must enter a password to unlock the system. Cannot be enabled unless at least one password is enabled. Floppy Write Protect Disabled Enabled When secure mode is activated, the diskette drive is write protected. The user must enter a password to disable. Cannot be enabled unless at least one password is enabled.
System Management Submenu Feature Choices Description System Event Logging Disabled Enabled When enabled, BIOS and BMC will log system events. Clear Event Log No Yes Yes clears the system Event log. Sever Management Info Press ENTER Refer to “System Management Info Submenu.” EMP Password Switch Disabled This field enables or disables EMP Password. EMP ESC Sequence Refer to Appendix C. EMP Hangup Line String Refer to your modem documentation.
Server Management Information Submenu The user can modify no items on this menu. If items require changes, consult your system administrator.
Console Redirection Submenu Feature Choices Description Your Setting COM Port Address Disabled 3F8 2F8 3E8 When enabled, console redirection uses the I/O port specified. Make sure these values are identical to those of serial port A and B in the Peripheral Configuration Setup Menu. IRQ # None 3 4 When console redirection is enabled, this displays the IRQ assigned per the address chosen in the COM Port Address field. Baud Rate 9600 19.2k 38.4k 115.2k Communications line dependent.
Boot Device Priority Submenu Use the up or down arrow keys to select a device, then press the <+> or <-> keys to move the device higher or lower in the boot priority list. Boot Device Priority Submenu Boot Priority Device Description Removable Devices Attempts to boot from a removable media device. 2. ATAPI CD-ROM Drive Attempts to boot from an ATAPI CD-ROM drive. 3. Hard Drive Attempts to boot from a hard drive device. 4.
Exit Menu You can make the following selections on the Exit Menu. Select an option using the up or down arrow keys, then press to execute the option. Pressing does not exit this menu. You must select one of the items from the menu or menu bar to exit. Exit Menu Choices Description Exit Saving Changes Exits after writing all modified Setup item values to CMOS. Exit Discarding Changes Exits leaving CMOS unmodified. Load Setup Defaults Loads default values for all Setup items.
Symbios Configuration Utility The Symbios Configuration Utility detects the two SCSI host adapters located on the system board. Use the utility to: ! Change adapter and SCSI device default values ! Check and/or change SCSI device settings that may conflict with those of other devices in the server. ! Perform low-level formatting or verify operations on SCSI disk drives. Running the Symbios Configuration Utility 1. Power-on the system. The system boots up. 2.
The following keys are active for all SCSI Configuration screens: Key Action Arrows Up and down arrows move from one parameter to another within a screen. ENTER Displays options for a configurable parameter. Selects an option. ESC Moves back to previous screen or parameter or EXIT if at the Main menu. Changing the Adapter and Device Configurations The SCSI Configuration Utility Main Menu lists the two onboard SCSI adapters and shows their current settings.
To change device configuration parameters, perform the following steps: 1. At the SCSI Configuration Utility Main Menu, select the adapter which connects to the SCSI device you are reconfiguring. The first adapter listed controls the operation of the hard disk drives; the second adapter controls any SCSI removable media devices installed in your system. Press ENTER. 2. Select “Device Selections” and press ENTER. The Devices 0 to 7 screen displays. 3.
SYM53C875 Adapter 2 – SCSI Removable Media Devices Recommended Setting or Display Only Description Device Selections Press ENTER for menu. Select device and press ENTER. Sync Rate 10 Width (bits) 8 Disconnect On Read/Write I/O timeout (secs) 10 Scan for device at boot time Yes Scan for SCSI LUNS No Queue Tags On Your Configuration Dev0 Dev1 Dev2 Dev3 4. Highlight the function you want to change and press ENTER.
Optional RAID Controllers Factory Installed Controllers The RAID options available for your system are the dual channel Mylex AcceleRAID™ 150 (SecuRAID 110) and Mylex AcceleRAID™ 250 (SecuRAID 210) Controller boards, which gives your system the added security of fault tolerance. If you order a system with a RAID controller, the system is pre-configured at the factory. Refer to the “RAID Configurations” table below to determine how the RAID controller was configured at the factory.
Add-on Controller If you are adding a RAID controller to an existing system, the AcceleRAID™ 150 or AcceleRAID™ 250 BIOS Configuration Utility allows you to configure disk arrays and logical drives in your system. Since the utility resides in the AcceleRAID™ 150 or AcceleRAID™ 250 BIOS on the RAID controller, its operation is independent of the operating system in your server. Refer to Chapter 4 in this User's Guide for information on installing an add-in option board.
Configuring System Board Jumpers Before You Begin Only a qualified technical person should perform the procedures in this section. ! CAUTION Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage the system board. Modify the system board only at an ESD workstation. Otherwise, wear an antistatic wrist strap attached to chassis ground. The system board jumpers enable you to set specific operating parameters for your system. A jumper is a small plastic-encased conductor (shorting plug) that slips over two jumper pins.
System Board Jumper Summary Jumper Function Pins (default in bold) What it does at system reset A CMOS clear 1-2, Protect Preserves the contents of NVRAM. 2-3, Erase Replaces the contents of NVRAM with the manufacturing default settings. 5-6, Protect Maintains the current system password. 6-7, Erase Clears the password. 9-10, Normal System attempts to boot using the BIOS stored in flash memory.
Moving System Board Jumpers ! CAUTION Before doing the procedures in this section, make sure that your system is powered off and unplug the AC power cords from the back of the chassis. Failure to disconnect power before moving the jumpers can result in personal injury and equipment damage. Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. To configure the system board options: 1. Power off the system and remove the left panel as described in Chapter 4 of this guide. 2.
Resetting the CMOS NVRAM Use the clear CMOS memory procedures, which includes the reset CMOS NVRAM process, under "Enable F2 Prompt by Changing a Jumper and Using SSU" in Chapter 5. Clearing and Changing the Passwords To clear and change the passwords: 1. Power off the system and remove the left panel as described in chapter 4 of this guide. 2. Move the Password Clear jumper from pins 5-6 to pins 6-7. Refer to “Configuring System Board Jumpers” to see the location of this jumper. 3.
Fault Resilient Booting (FRB) Timer Enable Jumper Fault resilient booting insures the system will not stop from a boot problem. Two sets of timers are implemented that will automatically reset the system if the system should halt for some reason. ! FRB 2 - 5 sec timer. If the primary processor does not come up in 5 seconds the system will automatically reset and switch to the secondary processor secondary (if installed otherwise it will try to boot again off of the primary.) ! FRB 3 - 7 minute timer.
Chassis Intrusion Detection Jumper The chassis contains an alarm switch that sends a notification signal to the server management software if a cover is removed. The jumper at pins 5, 6, and 7 controls whether this alarm feature is enabled or disabled. ! CAUTION For normal operation leave Chassis Intrusion Detection jumper at factory-default setting. To disable the chassis intrusion switch: 1. Power off the system and remove the left panel as described in Chapter 4 of this guide. 2.
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4 Upgrading Your System ! General Information ! Static Precautions ! Preparing Your System for Upgrade ! Equipment Log ! Opening the Front Door ! Removing a Side Panel ! Installing a Side Panel ! Modifying the System Board ! Option Boards ! Installing a RAID Controller Board ! Hard Disk Drives ! Removable Media Devices
General Information ! WARNING The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power. Also, +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. Failure to disconnect power before opening your system can result in personal injury and equipment damage.
Preparing Your System for Upgrade Depending on the upgrade, you will need one or more of the following tools: ! Phillips screwdriver (#1 bit and #2 bit) ! Flat-head screwdriver ! Small needle nose pliers ! Pen or pencil ! ESD workstation or antistatic wrist strap (recommended) Equipment Log Use the equipment log form located at the end of this manual to record the model and serial number of your system, all installed options, and any other pertinent information specific to your system.
Removing a Side Panel To install options in your system, you must remove the side panel on the left side of the system (as viewed from the front). The side panel on the right side of the system (as viewed from the front) only has to be removed when adding removable media devices or a second power supply. The right side panel removes in the same manner as the left side panel. ! CAUTION For proper cooling and airflow, do not operate the system with the side panels removed.
Removing a System Side Panel Installing a Side Panel 1. Before replacing the side panel, make sure no tools or loose parts have been left inside the system chassis. 2. Make sure all option boards are firmly seated in their respective slots and that all interior cables are properly connected. 3. Insert the metal tabs on the top and bottom of the side panel into their slots on the chassis. Slide the side panel forward as far as it will go. 4. Replace the two side panels retaining screws.
Modifying the System Board The following sections provide procedures for upgrading and configuring the system board in your system. Topics covered include: ! Replacing the real-time clock battery ! Replacing a Pentium processor ! Installing or removing DIMMs. ! CAUTION Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage add-in boards and other components; place them on an antistatic surface. Modify the system board only at an ESD workstation. Otherwise, wear an antistatic wrist strap attached to chassis ground.
B A C OM06416 Replacing the Real-Time Clock Battery 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Insert the tip of a small flat-bladed screwdriver, or equivalent, under the plastic tab on the San-in plastic retainer (A in figure). 3. Gently push down on the screwdriver to lift the battery (B). 4. Remove the battery from its socket (C). 5. Dispose of the battery according to local ordinance. 6.
Replacing a Pentium Processor This subsection provides the procedures for replacing (removing/installing) a Pentium II Processor or Pentium III Processor in your system. The procedures cover upgrading and configuring the Pentium II Processor in your system. The system board has sockets for two processors. Each Pentium II processor is packaged in a Single Edge Contact (S.E.C.) Cartridge and each Pentium III processor is packaged in a Single Edge Contact Cartridge Version2 (SECC2).
Removing the Pentium II Processor (S.E.C. Version) ! WARNING If the system has been running, any processor and heat sink already installed on the board will be hot. To avoid the possibility of a burn, let the components cool for 10 minutes before continuing with the procedures described here 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. ! CAUTION Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. Hold the processor only by its edges. 2.
Installing the Pentium II Processor (S.E.C. Version) 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. ! CAUTION Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. Hold the processor only by its edges. 2. If your system has one processor and you are adding a second processor, then you must remove the termination board in the empty Slot 1 secondary connector.
Assembling the Pentium II Processor 9. Position the processor so that the heat sink faces the center of the system board. Slide the processor into the retention module. Ensure that the alignment notch in the S.E.C. cartridge fits over the plug in Slot 1. Push down firmly, with even pressure on both sides of the top, until the S.E.C. cartridge is seated. 10. To lock in the processor, push the latches outward until they click into place in the retention module (see figure, below).
Replacing the Pentium III Processor (SECC2 Version) ! WARNING If the system has been running, any processor and heat sink already installed on the board will be hot. To avoid the possibility of a burn, let the components cool for 10 minutes before continuing with the procedures described here 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. ! CAUTION Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. Hold the processor only by its edges. 2.
8. Remove the new processor from its antistatic package and place it on a grounded, static-free surface or conductive foam pad. 9. Position the processor back into the URM. Ensure that the alignment notch on the bottom of the SECC2 cartridge fits into the connector key in Slot 1. Push down firmly, with even pressure on both sides of the top, until the cartridge is seated. 10.
Removing and Installing the Cooling Baffle If your system has a cooling baffle, remove and install it as follows. 1. Remove the cooling baffle as follows. ! Locate the two fans inside the chassis, at the rear of the chassis. ! Remove four screws (two from each fan) from the fans, as shown in the following figure. ! Remove the baffle. 2. Install the cooling baffle as follows. ! Align the baffle mounting holes with the fan mounting holes.
DIMMs The system board contains four DIMM sockets labeled 1 through 4. Each socket can hold a single 72-bit DIMM module with 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, or 256MB of memory. When all four sockets are populated, the system board supports a maximum of 1 GB of memory with 256MB DIMMs. A DIMM will always be installed in the bottom socket. When you install additional DIMMs, you must start with the first empty socket above DIMMs already installed.
Memory DIMM Configurations This table lists the distribution of DIMMs for specific memory configurations.
Installing DIMMs 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. ! CAUTION Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. Hold DIMMs only by their edges. 2. Holding the DIMM module only by the edges, remove it from its antistatic package. 3. Position the DIMM so that the two notches in the bottom edge of the DIMM align with the keyed socket. 4 3 2 1 Inserting Memory DIMMs 4.
Removing DIMMs ! CAUTION Use extreme care when removing a DIMM. Too much pressure can damage the socket slot. Apply only enough pressure on the plastic ejector levers to release the DIMM 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Gently push the plastic ejector levers out and down to eject a DIMM from its socket. 3. Hold the DIMM only by its edges, being careful not to touch its components or gold edge connectors.
Option Boards This section describes how to install and remove ISA and PCI option boards. The system board has two ISA bus expansion slots and four PCI bus expansion slots. One of the ISA connectors shares a chassis expansion slot with a PCI connector. The high-performance PCI local bus allows the adoption of newer networking technology, such as 100 Mb/second Ethernet NICs, with a minimum of effort and without concern for I/O bottlenecks. The PCI local bus offers up to 133 Mb/second bandwidth.
Installing an Option Board 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Remove and save the expansion slot retainer bar by pressing down on its top snap fastener and pulling the bar out.
3. Remove and save the expansion slot cover by sliding it straight back and out of the slot. Removing the Expansion Slot Cover ! CAUTION Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. 4. Remove the option board from its protective wrapper, holding the board only by the edges. Do not touch the board components or the gold connectors. 5. Record the option board serial number in the equipment log. 6.
8. Holding the board by its top edge or upper corners, firmly press the board into an expansion slot on the system board. The tapered foot of the option board retaining bracket must fit into the mating slot in the expansion slot . Installing an Option Board 9. Align the rounded notch in the option board retaining bracket with the alignment tab in the expansion slot frame. The retaining bracket fits into the space that was occupied by the expansion slot cover. 10.
Removing an Option Board Note: Expansion slot covers must be installed on all vacant slots to maintain the electromagnetic emissions characteristics of the system and to assure proper cooling of the system components. 1. Power off the system and remove the left side panel as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Disconnect any cables attached to the option board you are removing. 3. Remove and save the expansion slot retainer bar by pressing down on its top fastener and pulling the bar out. 4.
Hard Disk Drives Your system supports a variety of SCSI hard disk drives. The SCSI drives must use the industry standard 80-pin Single Connector Attachment (SCA) connector. Contact your sales representative or dealer for a list of approved devices. The internal hard disk drives are located in the SCSI Disk Drive Bays (A).
Installing or Swapping a Hard Disk Drive in a Hot-swap Bay This procedure describes installing a new drive or swapping out a faulty drive from one of the seven hot-swap SCSI disk drive bays. The 3 1/2-inch SCSI drives must use the industry standard 80-pin Single Connector Attachment (SCA) connector. Each drive must be installed in a drive carrier. Note: To order a disk with a carrier, contact your sales representative or dealer.
Installing or Swapping a Hard Disk Drive 1. Open the front door as described earlier in this chapter. 2. If installing a hard disk drive in a disk carrier for the first time, perform the following procedures: ! Pull the handle (A) out of the disk carrier's front panel and remove the carrier's front panel from the SCSI hard disk drive bay. ! Remove the two screws securing the retainer (B) to the back of the front panel and remove the retainer.
4. Remove the hard disk drive from the disk carrier. 5. Remove the new drive from its protective wrapper, and place on an antistatic surface. ! CAUTION Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. 6. Record the drive model and serial numbers in the equipment log. 7. Before continuing with the next step, if you are installing a hard disk in a disk carrier for the first time, attach the front panel to the disk carrier's frame and secure it with the two screws removed in step 2. 8.
Installing a Disk Carrier into the Bay 10. Close the front door on the system. If necessary, configure the system as described in Chapter 3 "Configuring Your System".
Removable Media Devices A variety of IDE and SCSI removable media devices can be installed in peripheral bays A, B, C, D, and E. An IDE CD-ROM is always mounted in bay A. A 3.5-inch diskette drive is always mounted in bay C. Other devices should be installed in the first available bay from the top (bay B). Contact your sales representative or dealer for a list of approved devices.
If you are adding or removing a SCSI removable media device, consider the following: ! The optional SCSI tape drive address assignment is 2. ! The SCSI termination resistors must be installed in the last SCSI drive of the daisy chain cabling. If the SCSI tape drive is your only SCSI device on the SCSI controller B, termination must be enabled in the tape drive. Installing a 5.25-Inch Media Device ! CAUTION CD-ROM devices contain a laser system and are classified as CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTS.
Removing the Front System Bezel 4. Remove the EMI metal shield covering the bay where you are installing a media device as shown below. The metal shield is removed by pulling on the tabs at the top and bottom of the metal shield.
5. Remove the filler panel from the system bezel corresponding to the bay where you are installing a media device as shown below. The filler panel is released by pressing the plastic snap tabs located on the back of the system bezel. Save the panel for reinstallation. Removing a Filler Panel 6. Remove the device from its protective wrapper and place it on an antistatic surface. Record the drive model and serial number in the equipment log. 7. Set any drive jumpers or switches before you install the drive.
Attaching the Device Side Rails 9. Install the media device into the bay as follows: ! Move any cables in the bay out of the way. ! Align the rails on the media device with the supports in the bay. ! Slide the device into the bay until it locks in place.
10. Connect the interface and power cables to the device as follows (see Figure above): ! If you are installing a 5 1/4-inch tape drive or other IDE device, align and connect the drive signal cable and the system power cable to their connectors. The cable connector for the 5 1/4-inch device is keyed to fit only in the correct position. The red edge of the cable goes to pin 1 on the cable connector. Align the red edge of the connector with pin 1 (notched end) on the drive connector.
Removing a 5.25-Inch Device 1. Power off the system, unplug the system power cords, and remove the appropriate side panel depending upon the bay you are removing the media device from and as described earlier in this chapter. 2. Open the front door as described earlier in this chapter. 3. Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. ! CAUTION Observe static precautions. Use an antistatic wrist strap. 4.
5. Disconnect the power cable (A) and ribbon data cable (B) from the device you are removing. Removing a Removable Media Device 6. Remove the device from the peripheral bay by pushing in on its drive rail clips and pull the device completely out of the bay (see Figure above). 7. Install an EMI metal shield over the bay area where you removed the peripheral device. The EMI shield is secured by just snapping it into place. 8.
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5 Problem Solving ! Problem Solving ! Static Precautions ! Troubleshooting Checklists ! Additional Troubleshooting Procedures ! Specific Problems and Corrective Actions ! Problems with the Network ! PNP Installation Tips ! BIOS User’s Information ! How to Identify BIOS and BMC Revision Levels
Problem Solving 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, system, and disk status user information.
Troubleshooting Checklists The following subsections provide troubleshooting checklists for problems that occur at initial system startup, when you run new application software, and after the system hardware and software have been running correctly. Initial System Startup Incorrect installation or configuration usually causes problems that occur at initial system startup. Hardware failure is a less frequent cause.
Running New Application Software Problems that occur when you run new application software are usually related to the software. Faulty equipment is much less likely, especially if other software runs correctly. If you have problems while running new application software, check the following: ! Does the system meet the minimum hardware requirements for the software? Refer to the software documentation. ! Is the software an authorized copy? Unauthorized copies often do not work.
After System Has Been Running Correctly Problems that occur after the system hardware and software have been running correctly often indicate equipment failure. However, many situations that are easy to correct can also cause such problems. If you have problems after the system has been running correctly, check the following: ! If you are running the software from a diskette or CD-ROM, try a new copy of the software. ! If you are running the software from a hard disk drive, try running it from a floppy.
Additional Troubleshooting Procedures This section provides a more detailed approach to diagnostic testing and identification of a problem and locating its source. Use the following troubleshooting procedures to help you identify a problem. These general procedures lead you through the following: ! Preparing the system for diagnostic testing ! Monitoring POST while it is running ! Verifying proper operation of key system LEDs ! Confirming loading of the operating system.
Monitoring POST Each time you turn on the system, the Power-On Self-Test (POST) runs automatically and checks the system board, processor board, memory, keyboard, and most installed peripheral devices. During the memory test, POST displays the amount of memory that it is able to access and test. Depending on the amount of memory, it may take several minutes to complete the memory test. Press F2 to enter SETUP.
POST Keys and Errors Action/Message Description If POST Beeps Before Video Appears Initialization failed before video initialized. Most beep code errors are fatal; initialization cannot continue. Refer to the section “BIOS User’s Information” in this chapter. If Monitor Displays Error Note error; press F1 to continue boot or F2 to enter Setup. Refer to the section “BIOS User’s Information” in this chapter. To Enter Setup Setup changes specific options, then writes to CMOS, NVRAM.
Specific Problems and Corrective Actions This section provides possible solutions for the following specific problems: ! Power LED does not light ! No beep or incorrect beep pattern ! No characters appear on screen ! Characters on the screen appear distorted or incorrect ! System cooling fan does not rotate ! Diskette drive activity LED does not light ! Hard disk drive activity LED does not light ! CD-ROM drive activity LED does not light ! Problems with application software ! The startup
Incorrect or No Beep Code Check the following: ! Is the speaker enabled? ! Is the speaker cable connected to the system board? If the system operates normally, but there was no beep, the speaker may be defective, contact your service representative for assistance. Record the beep code emitted by POST, and see the “Messages and Beep Codes” section found later in this chapter.
Characters are Distorted or Incorrect Check the following: ! Are the brightness and contrast controls properly adjusted on the video display? Refer to the documentation supplied with your video display. ! Are the video monitor's signal and power cables properly installed? ! If the problem persists, the video monitor may be faulty or it may be the incorrect type. Contact your service representative for assistance.
CD-ROM Drive Activity Light Does Not Light Check the following: ! Is the power and signal cable to the CD-ROM drive properly installed? ! Are all relevant switches and jumpers on the drive set correctly? ! Is the drive properly configured? ! Is the onboard IDE controller enabled? Problems with Application Software If you have problems with application software, perform the following: ! Verify that the software is properly configured for the system.
Enable F2 Prompt by Using SSU 1. Insert your SSU diskette in the diskette drive. This is the diskette that is created by copying the SSU software from EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM that comes with the system. 2. Reboot the system by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Del while at the DOS operating system prompt or by pressing the reset switch. 3. When the DOS Startup menu appears, select 1 or 2 to enter the SSU. 4. Select Step 3, “Change Configuration Settings.
Enable F2 Prompt by Changing a Jumper and Using SSU If you do not have an SSU diskette or CD available, you can clear CMOS memory to enable the F2 prompt. This means you must change a jumper on the system board, run the SSU, save your changes, and change the jumper back to the default setting. ! CAUTION This procedure resets all to default settings: Clearing CMOS memory resets all SSU and Setup settings to their defaults, not just the CMOS CLR setting.
Problems with the Network The server hangs when the drivers are loaded: ! Change the PCI BIOS interrupt settings. Try the “PCI Installation Tips” below. Diagnostics pass, but the connection fails: ! Make sure the network cable is securely attached. ! Make sure you specify the correct frame type in your NET.CFG file. The Link LED doesn’t light: ! Make sure you have loaded the network drivers. ! Check all cable connections. ! Try another port on the hub.
PNP Installation Tips Some common PCI tips are listed here. ! Reserve interrupts (IRQs) and/or memory addresses specifically for ISA adapters. This prevents PCI cards from trying to use the same settings ISA cards are using. Use the SSU to keep track of ISA adapter resources. ! Certain drivers may require interrupts that are not shared with other PCI drivers. The SSU can be used to adjust the interrupt numbers for PCI devices.
BIOS Messages Message Description nnnn Cache SRAM Passed Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes successfully tested. Diskette drive A error or Diskette drive B error Diskette Drive is present but fails the BIOS POST diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in Setup and that the diskette drive is correctly attached. Entering SETUP ... The Setup program is starting.
BIOS Messages (Continued) Message Parity Check 1 nnnn* or Parity Check 2 nnnn* Description A parity error was found in the system bus (Parity Check 1) or the I/O bus (Parity Check 2). BIOS attempts to locate and display the address on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays. Press to resume, to Setup Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press to enter SETUP Optional message displayed during POST. Can be turned off in Setup.
BIOS Messages (Continued) Message Description System timer error* The timer test failed. Requires repair of the system board. UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn Displays the address nnnn of the upper limit of the Upper Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the BIOS, which may be reclaimed by a virtual memory manager. Video BIOS shadowed The video BIOS is successfully copied to shadow RAM.
POST Error Codes and 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. The “POST Error Codes and Messages” table is a list of the error codes and messages written at the start of each POST test.
Post Error Codes and messages (Continued) Code Error Message 0405 Expansion ROM not initialized 0406 Warning: IRQ not configured 0504 Resource Conflict 0505 Expansion ROM not initialized 0506 Warning: IRQ not configured 0601 Device configuration changed 0602 Configuration error - device disabled 8100 Processor 1 failed BIST 8101 Processor 2 failed BIST 8104 Processor 1 Internal Error (IERR) failure 8105 Processor 2 Internal Error (IERR) failure 8106 Processor 1 Thermal Trip failure
How to Identify BIOS and BMC Revision Levels To help you identify your system's current BIOS and BMC revision levels, refer to the following subsections. BIOS Revision Level Identification During system Power-On Self Test (POST), which runs automatically when your system is powered on, your system monitor displays several messages, one of which identifies the BIOS revision level currently loaded on your system, see example below. Example: BIOS Revision Level N440BX Production Release 11.
A System Cabling ! System Cabling ! Before You Begin ! Static Precautions ! Standard Configuration ! RAID Configuration
System Cabling This appendix contains information and procedures on cabling configurations used in your system. The cabling configurations include: ! Standard Configuration ! RAID Configuration. Before You Begin ! WARNING The DC push-button on/off switch on the front panel does not turn off the system AC power. Also, +5vdc is present on the system board whenever the AC power cords are connected between the system and an AC outlet.
Standard Configuration Your system is cabled using a dual channel on-board IDE Controller and dual on-board Symbios Logic SYM53C875 SCSI Controllers. The on-board IDE controller supports the standard internally mounted CD-ROM as its first (master) device and an optional internally mounted IDE tape drive as its second (slave) device. The SYM53C875 contains two independent SCSI controllers that share a single PCI bus master interface.
A C B G D H J F K I L E N M O P Q Standard System Cable Configuration A— B— C— D— E— F— G— H— I— J— K— L— M— N— O— P— Q— A-4 System Cabling Seven SCSI disk drive bays SCSI Hard disk drives SCSI Backplane W ide SCSI Interface cable W ide SCSI connector (68 pin) Diskette drive connector Diskette drive Diskette interface cable Primary IDE connector IDE Interface Cable IDE CD-ROM Drive Secondar y IDE connector Optional IDE removable media devices (cable not supplied) Narrow SCSI connector Narrow S
Standard System Cable Routing A—W ide SCSI cable (68 pins) B—IDE cable (40 pins) System Cabling A-5
RAID Configuration The RAID options available for your system are the Mylex AcceleRAID™ 150 and the Mylex AcceleRAID 250 Controller boards, which gives your system the added security of fault tolerance. If you order a system with a RAID controller, the system is pre-cabled at the factory (see "RAID System Cabling Configuration" figures below.) If you are adding either the AcceleRAID™ 150 or the AcceleRAID 250 Controller you must install, cable, and configure the controller.
A C B G D H J F K I L E Q N M O P R RAID System Cable Configuration A— B— C— D— E— F— G— H— I— J— K— L— M— N— O— P— Q— R— Seven SCSI disk drive bays SCSI Hard disk drives SCSI Backplane W ide SCSI Interface cable W ide SCSI connector (68 pin) Diskette drive connector Diskette drive Diskette interface cable Primary IDE connector IDE Interface Cable IDE CD-ROM Drive Secondar y IDE connector Optional IDE removable media devices (cable not supplied) Narrow SCSI connector Narrow SCSI interface cable
RAID System Cable Routing A—W ide SCSI cable (68 pins) B—IDE cable (40 pins) AcceleRAID Jumper JP10 A-8 System Cabling
B System Setup Utility ! System Setup Utility (SSU) ! Creating SSU Diskettes ! Running the SSU ! Exiting the SSU
System Setup Utility (SSU) The System Setup Utility (SSU) is a DOS-based utility that supports extended system configuration operations for onboard resources and add-in boards. It also allows you to view the system event log and to set system boot and security options.
Creating SSU Diskettes SSU may be run directly from the EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM or from DOSbootable diskettes. Before you can run the SSU from diskettes, you must copy the SSU from the EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM to a diskette. If your diskette drive is disabled, or improperly configured, you must use the FLASH-resident BIOS Setup Utility (F2) to enable it so that you can use the SSU. If necessary, you can disable the drive after you exit the SSU.
Running the SSU 1. Turn on your video monitor and your system. 2. There are two ways to start the SSU: ! After creating an SSU diskette from the CD: Insert the SSU diskette in drive A, and reboot your server from the diskette. ! From diskette after installing your operating system: Insert the SSU diskette in Drive A. At the MS-DOS prompt, type a: and press Enter to change to drive A. Type SSU and press Enter. 3. Follow the system prompts to load the SSU.
Customizing the SSU The SSU lets you customize the user interface according to your preferences. The AF sets these preferences and saves them in the AF.INI file so that they take effect the next time you start the SSU. There are three user-customizable settings: ! Color—this button lets you change the default colors associated with different items on the screen with predefined color combinations. The color changes are instantaneous. ! Mode—this button lets you set the desired expertise level.
Launching a Task It is possible to have many tasks open at the same time, although some tasks may require complete control to avoid possible conflicts. The tasks achieve complete control by keeping the task as the center of operation until the user closes the task window. There are three ways to launch a task: ! In the SSU Main window, double-click on the task name under Available Tasks to display the main window for the selected task. ! Highlight the task name, and click on OK.
Resource Configuration Add-in (RCA) Window The RCA provides three major functions: ! Creates representations of devices that cannot be discovered by the system (ISA cards) ! Modifies the contents of the system by adding and removing devices ! Modifies the resources used by devices. You can use the RCA window to define an ISA card or add an ISA card by clicking on the appropriate button.
RCA Window Defining an ISA Card An ISA card usually comes with a vendor-created .CFG file that specifies the resources the card requires to function properly. If the .CFG file is unavailable, you must manually create it or define the card through the SSU. Defining an ISA card consists of specifying the name of the card and the resources it consumes. This allows the RCA to consider the ISA card resource requirements when the RCA tries to resolve conflicts. 1.
Adding and Removing ISA Cards Adding and removing cards through the RCA provides a way for the RCA to run its conflict detection algorithms on the resources requested by the cards. This alerts you to any possible problems with that particular card in the current configuration. To add an ISA card: 1. Click on Add ISA Card in the RCA window. 2. Specify the directory for the .CFG file. 3. Select the file and click on Ok. To remove an ISA card: 1.
Modifying Resources Modifying the resources of a device may be necessary to accommodate certain operating systems, applications, and drivers. It may also be necessary to modify resources to resolve a conflict. To modify the resources associated with a device: 1. Highlight the device in the Devices section of the RCA window. 2. Press the spacebar or double-click on the entry. The functions of the selected device along with possible choices and the resources associated with those choices displays.
Recommended Resource Settings The following table shows the recommended RCA system board settings for a sample system and provides a place for you to record any changes you make to the settings. SYSTEM GROUP NORMAL SETTING YOUR CONFIGURATION System Identification and Version Information SSU Configuration File Version Display Only MP Spec. Version V 1.4 Processor Speed Setting 3.
System Resource Usage Clicking on the Resource Use button in the Configuration window displays the System Resource Usage window. This window shows what resources each device is consuming. This information is useful for choosing resources if a conflict occurs. Devices can be organized according to the resources the user wants to examine using the options in the Resource section of the screen.
Multiboot Add-in (MBA) Window The MBA lets you set the system boot priority. The boot priority is the order the BIOS uses to boot the operating system from various devices in your system. To set the boot priority of your system: 1. From the SSU Main Menu, launch the MBA by selecting the “Boot Devices” task under the MBA heading in the task box. Click OK. 2. When the MBA window displays, the “Boot Device Priority” window lists the current boot priority order.
System Event Log (SEL) Window The SEL displays information on the events stored in the system log area. The information stored includes the name of the event, the date and time the event occurred and data pertinent to the event. Event data may include POST error codes that reflect hardware errors or software conflicts within the system. Note: Refer to Chapter 5, “Problem Solving” for definitions on all POST error codes 1.
Exiting the SSU Exiting the SSU causes all windows to close. 1. Exit the SSU by opening the menu bar item File in the SSU Main window. 2. Click on Exit or Highlight Exit, and press Enter.
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C Emergency Management Port ! Emergency Management Port ! How the EMP Works ! EMP Requirements and Configurations ! Setting Up the Server for the EMP ! Main EMP Window ! Phonebook ! Management Plug-ins
Emergency Management Port The Emergency Management Port (EMP) allows remote server management via a modem or direct connection. The COM2 port on your server provides an interface to Console Manager software located in a second system.
How the EMP Works The EMP shares use of the COM 2 port with your system. When the EMP has control of the port, the port operates in command state. When the system has control of it, the port operates in redirect state. When connecting to a server, the EMP checks to determine the current COM 2 port state. The following discussion covers how the EMP functions in each state: ! Command state is the default COM 2 state.
Console in Redirect State The above figure shows the EMP window in redirect state with the terminal window. The text that appears on the server monitor displays in the redirect window. Availability of the various EMP features is determined by two things: the EMP access mode selected during configuration in the System Management Submenu of the BIOS Server Menu, and if the server's COM 2 port is configured for console redirect in BIOS. The three EMP access modes are disabled, pre-boot, and always active.
EMP Access Modes (Server not Configured for Console Redirect) Mode Server is powered off During POST After OS boots Disabled Redirect window appears, but is blank Redirect window appears, but is blank Redirect window appears, but is blank Pre-boot EMP commands available EMP commands available Redirect window appears, but is blank Always Active EMP commands available EMP commands available EMP commands available EMP Requirements and Configurations This section outlines the requirements and co
Setting Up the Server for the EMP To use the EMP, you must configure the server's BIOS with specific settings. These settings take place in two submenus of the BIOS Server menu, the System Management Submenu and the Console Redirect Submenu. The earlier BIOS settings section shows all available options. This section focuses on those settings that must be configured to use the EMP. System Management Submenu All EMP related settings occur from the System Management Submenu of the Server main menu.
Console Redirection Submenu These settings in the Console Redirection Submenu of the Server menu must be set exactly as noted to be able to use the EMP. COM Port Address: Select 2F8. This is the COM 2 port that must be used by the EMP. The IRQ# setting automatically populates with the correct number based on the COM Port Address choice. Baud Rate: Select appropriate speed. Console Type: Choose PC ANSI. Flow Control: Choose CTS/RTS + CD.
Status Bar The status bar displays at the bottom of the current window. It contains the following status information: ! SERVER NAME: the name of the server (stored in the Phonebook). ! LINE: the type of line connection. This would be either direct or modem. ! MODE: either Redirect of EMP, depending on whether the EMP has control of the COM 2 port. ! LINE STATUS: gives status information on the server connection. For example, if a server is connected, the status bar says "Connected.
Server Control Operations Three server control operations are available from the menu or toolbar of the main EMP window, remote server connection, powering the server on and off, and resetting the server. The server console mode can also be switched between EMP active and BIOS redirect modes through post-power-up and reset options. Connect When you select [Re]Connect from the Connect menu, the Connect dialog allows you to connect to a selected server.
! Serial Line - must be filled out when the line selection is set to Direct connect (Serial Line). Baud Rate - must be 19200 for EMP to connect properly. COM Port No. - set the COM Port number to which the null modem serial cable is connected. ! Connect - initiates connection to the connected server. When this button is clicked, you are prompted for the EMP password. ! Config - displays the Phonebook dialog. ! Cancel - exits the Connect dialog without any action taken.
Reset Selecting Reset from the Action menu generates the Reset dialog so that you can remotely reset the server with post-reset options. Reset Dialog Options available in the dialog are: ! System Reset - resets the server with the selected post-reset options. This operation is not allowed if the server is configured in RESTRICTED mode for EMP operations. ! Option Group - sets the post-reset option that will be effective after reset. The options are EMP active or BIOS redirection.
Phonebook The EMP provides a support plug-in known as the Phonebook. The Phonebook stores names and numbers of servers in a list that can be updated by adding, modifying or deleting entries. The Phonebook can be opened from the main menu and tool bars, or launched from the Connect dialog by clicking the Config button. Phonebook Dialog Options available in the dialog are: ! Server - a dropdown list of server names previously stored in the Phonebook.
Management Plug-ins SEL Viewer The SEL viewer provides access to the System Event Log on the server and can display records in either hexadecimal or text (verbose) form.
SEL Viewer Menu Options The following menu options are found on the SEL viewer menu bar: ! File Open - you can view SEL data from a previously saved file if it was stored in binary format. Selecting the Open menu item allows you to specify a filename under which the data is found. The default filename is "SELLOG.DAT." If the file cannot be opened, the program displays an error message. Close - you can close the SEL viewer.
Sensor Type Codes The Sensor Type Code Table provides information regarding: ! The type of sensor generating the SEL entry ! The name of the sensor ! The microcontroller which initiated the SEL entry ! The warning or error which initiated the SEL entry. Using the Sensor Type Code Table Compare the Sensor Type and Number message shown in the SEL viewer display (above) to the Sensor Type/Number in Verbose column in the table below.
Sensor Type Codes (continued) Sensor Type and Number in Verbose Sensor Name Generator ID Voltage # 06 5V Standby BMC Voltage # 07 Baseboard SCSI-A Term1 BMC Voltage # 08 Baseboard SCSI-A Term2 BMC Voltage # 09 Baseboard SCSI-A Term3 BMC Voltage # 0A Baseboard –12V BMC Voltage # 0B Baseboard SCSI-B Term1 BMC Voltage # 0C Processor 1.
System Event Logging Format Table Sensor Type and Number in verbose Sensor Type and Number in hex Event Description in hex Event type Event Description System Event #EF 12 EF E7 01 -- -- System Boot Event System Boot Event … System Event #EF 12 EF E7 00 -- -- System Recognition System Boot Event … Memory #EF OC EF E7 20 -- -- Single Bit Memory Error Correctable ECC … Memory #EF OC EF E7 21 -- -- Double Bit memory Error Non-Correctable ECC … Memory #EF OC EF E7 02 -- -- Memory Par
SDR Viewer Menu Options The following menu options are found on the SDR viewer menu bar: ! File Close - closes the SDR viewer. Exit - exits the EMP. ! View Display all Records - displays all records from the SDR repository. SDR Type - displays the records of a particular SDR type. You select an SDR type from a pop-up menu that displays all the SDR types available for the given hardware. SDR Info - displays the SDR summary information as returned by the server.
FRU Viewer Menu Options The following menu options are found on the FRU viewer menu bar: ! File Close - closes the FRU viewer. Exit - exits the EMP. ! View Display all Records - displays all FRU data, which consists of chassis, board, and product information. FRU Info - displays the FRU summary information as returned by the server. ! Settings - lets you change operating parameters for the FRU viewer.
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D System Status Hardware Support Information
System Status Hardware Support Information This appendix helps you identify and find a system status hardware item indicated by one of several software monitoring components.
Glossary A AC (Alternating Current) The type of current available in wall outlets. All computers must convert alternating current to direct current to operate. See also DC. address A label, name, or number that identifies a location in computer memory. ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) A standard number assigned to each of the alphanumeric characters and keyboard control code keys to enable the transfer of information between different types of computers and peripherals.
BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) Contains all of the server management functions. One major function of the BMC is to monitor system management events and log their occurrence in the System Event Log (SEL). boot The process of loading the operating system into memory. bps (bits per second) The number of bits transferred in one second during serial communication, such as modem transmission. byte A group of eight bits.
CPU (Central Processing Unit) See microprocessor. CRT (Cathode-Ray Tube) The type of video display used in monitors for desktop computers. D DC (Direct Current) The type of current available in the rechargeable battery packs used in portable computers. See also AC. default The factory setting your computer uses unless you instruct it otherwise. For example, when powering up, the computer will boot from the default drive.
EMP The Emergency Management Port (EMP) provides an interface to the Console Manager. This interface allows remote server management via a modem or direct connection. EMS (Expanded Memory Specification) A method of accessing memory beyond the 640K limit of DOS by exchanging data in and out of main memory at high speeds. Some software requires EMS to operate. EPROM (Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) A type of memory device that is usually used to store system BIOS code.
H hard disk drive See disk drive. hardware The physical parts of your computer, including the keyboard, monitor, disk drives, cables, and circuit cards. hot swap A method used to insert or remove SCSI disk drives into or from an operating bus. This method is typically used in RAID subsystems. When used in non-RAID subsystems the operating system must typically be restarted. I IC (Integrated Circuit) An electronic device that contains miniaturized circuitry.
L LAN (Local Area Network) A group of computers linked together within a limited area to exchange information. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) The type of video display used in portable computers. LED (Light-Emitting Diode) A small electronic device that glows when current flows through it. LPT1 or LPT2 The name you can assign a parallel port to specify its address. See also parallel port. LVD Super-fast Ultra 2 SCSI Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Parallel SCSI Interface.
N NVRAM (Nonvolatile RAM) A type of RAM that retains its contents even after the computer is powered off. This memory stores EISA configuration information. See also RAM and SRAM. O operating system A set of programs that provides the interface between other software programs and the computer. P parallel port The connector on the back of your computer that allows the transfer of data between the computer and a parallel device, such as a parallel printer.
POST Power-On-Self-Test. R RAM (Random-Access Memory) A temporary storage area for data and programs. This type of memory must be periodically refreshed to maintain valid data, and is lost when the computer is powered off. See also NVRAM and SRAM. real-time clock The IC in your computer that maintains the time and date. ROM (Read-Only Memory) A type of memory device that usually is used to store system BIOS code. This code cannot be altered and is not lost when the computer is powered off.
Setup program The program that you use to change the configuration of some ISA desktop and notebook computers. This program also contains information about the hardware in the computer. software Programs with specific functions, such as word processing, data base management, communications, and operating system. SRAM (Static RAM) A temporary storage area for data and programs. This type of memory does not need to be refreshed, but it is lost when the computer is powered off. See also NVRAM and RAM.
10 Glossary
Equipment Log 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.
Component Server System Board Processor 1 Processor 2 DIMM Slot 1 DIMM Slot 2 DIMM Slot 3 DIMM Slot 4 Modem Diskette Drive A Diskette Drive B Tape Drive 1 Tape Drive 2 CD-ROM Drive 1 Hard Disk Drive 1 Hard Disk Drive 2 Hard Disk Drive 3 Hard Disk Drive 4 Hard Disk Drive 5 Hard Disk Drive 6 Hard Disk Drive 7 Optional RAID Controller Network Controller 1 Network Controller 2 Monitor Keyboard Mouse External Peripheral 1 External Peripheral 2 2 Equipment Log Manufacturer Name & Model Serial Number (if avail
Index A I Add-in boards ISA, B-2 PCI, B-2 Administrative password, 1-14 Advanced Menu, configuring in Setup, 3-9 Integrated Peripheral Configuration menu, configuring in Setup, 3-11 Intrusion detection, 1-13, 1-14 ISA feature summary, 1-10 B Battery installing, 7 BIOS recovering, 3-29 BMC, 1-13 Boot block write protect default jumper, 3-29 Boot menu, configuring, Setup, 3-17 Jumpers BMC forced boot, 3-27 boot block write protect, 3-27 boot option, 3-27 chassis intrusion detection, 3-27 CMOS clear, 3-27
R T Real-time clock running SCU to configure settings, 7 Removing termination board, 10, 12 Termination board removing, 10, 12 S User password, 1-14 Utilities Emergency Management Port Console, C-2 SCI files, B-2 SCU software locking feature, 1-14 Security, 1-14 alarm switches, 1-14 software lock, SCU, 1-14 Security menu configuring, Setup, 3-12 Server management BMC, 1-13 features, 1-13 intrusion detection, 1-14 Server Management Information menu, configuring in Setup, 3-16 Server menu, configuring i
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