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4-6 Configuring Your ServerProcessor SettingsOption Parameter Description Your SettingProcessor Speed Setting nnn GHz Displays clock speed for thepro

Configuring Your Server 4-7AdvancedOption Parameter Description Your SettingMemory Configuration – Displays Memory Configurationsubmenu.PCI Configu

4-8 Configuring Your ServerMemory ConfigurationOption Parameter Description Your SettingInstalled memory nnn MB Indicates the total capacity of the b

Configuring Your Server 4-9PCI Configuration– Onboard Video Controller submenuOption Parameter Description Your SettingVGA Controller Disabled[Enab

4-10 Configuring Your ServerPeripheral ConfigurationIMPORTANT: Note that the interrupt and/or base I/O address are notoverlapped with others. If the

Configuring Your Server 4-11Advanced Chipset ControlOption Parameter Description Your SettingMultimedia Timer Disabled[Enabled]Specify whether the

4-12 Configuring Your ServerSecurityThe Security menu appears if you move the cursor to the position of "Security."Press Enter on "Set

Configuring Your Server 4-13Option Parameter Description Your SettingSet SupervisorPasswordUp to eightalphanumericsWhen the <Enter> key is pr

4-14 Configuring Your ServerIMPORTANT: If you select any parameter except for [No Change] tochange TPM State, a confirmation screen as shown below ap

Configuring Your Server 4-15ServerOption Parameter Description Your SettingSystemManagement– System Management submenu isdisplayed.ConsoleRedirecti

vMaintenance Tools...2-26System Dia

4-16 Configuring Your ServerOption Parameter Description Your SettingPost Error Pause Disabled[Enabled]Specify whether to stop the POST onceat the en

Configuring Your Server 4-17System Management SubmenuOption Parameter Description Your SettingBIOS Revision – Displays the current BIOS revision.(V

4-18 Configuring Your ServerConsole Redirection SubmenuOption Parameter Description Your SettingBIOS RedirectionPort[Disabled]Serial Port ASerial Por

Configuring Your Server 4-19BMC LAN Configuration SubmenuOption Parameter Description Your SettingShared BMC LAN [Disabled]EnabledSet to "Disa

4-20 Configuring Your ServerIMPORTANT: Notes on performing Clear BMC Configuration Executing "Load Setup Defaults" in BIOS SETUP utili

Configuring Your Server 4-21BootIf you move the cursor to the position of "Boot," the Boot menu appears, which is used to set theboot pri

4-22 Configuring Your ServerExitThe options on the menu are described below.IMPORTANT: For 3.5-inch disk model, record the current SATAcontroller opt

Configuring Your Server 4-23RAID SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONThis section describes how to use the internal hard disk drives as RAID System by Onboard RAID

4-24 Configuring Your ServerRAID LevelsThe record mode enabling the RAID feature includes several levels. Among the levels, the OnboardRAID Controlle

Configuring Your Server 4-25Virtual DiskVirtual disk is a logical drive defined in disk group. It is recognized as a physical drive by OS. Theallow

viWindows Server 2003... 5-32Notes on Win

4-26 Configuring Your ServerRAID LevelsCharacteristics of RAID LevelsThe table below lists the characteristics of the RAID levels.Level Function Redu

Configuring Your Server 4-27RAID0In RAID0, data to be recorded is distributed to HDDs. The mode is called "striping".In the figure below,

4-28 Configuring Your ServerRAID5In RAID5, data is distributed to HDDs by striping and, at the same time, the parity (redundant data)is distributed t

Configuring Your Server 4-29Configuration by Onboard RAID Controller (3.5-inch Disk Model)This section describes how to use the internal hard disk

4-30 Configuring Your Server 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" as described in Chapter 9 of thisguide to prepare

Configuring Your Server 4-31Running LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility 1. Power on the server.Check the description as shown below on the POST

4-32 Configuring Your ServerMenu Tree+: Selection/execution parameter : Setting parameter. •: Information display>: Can be set (modified) after c

Configuring Your Server 4-33Operating Procedures for Configuration UtilityCreating/Adding ConfigurationRun LSI Software RAID Configuration UtilityS

4-34 Configuring Your Server 2. When a confirmation message (Proceed?) is displayed, select "Yes."The SCAN DEVICE starts (scanning informa

Configuring Your Server 4-35 6. Press F10 to create virtual drive.The "Virtual Drives Configure" screen appears. (The figure below shows

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4-36 Configuring Your Server(5) "Span: Sets Span.Parameter RemarksSPAN=NO *1Does not set span.SPAN=YES Sets span.*1 Recommended settingWhen perf

Configuring Your Server 4-37 15. Execute Check Consistency on the virtual drive that has been initialized.See "Check Consistency" for de

4-38 Configuring Your ServerManual RebuildReplace hard disk driveRun LSI Software RAID Configuration UtilityExecute rebuildingExit LSI Software RAID

Configuring Your Server 4-39Setting Hot SpareInstall a hard disk driveRun LSI Software RAID Configuration UtilitySet for hot spare.Exit LSI Softwar

4-40 Configuring Your Server 7. Press Esc to return to the TOP menu and exit LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility.IMPORTANT: Select "Objec

Configuring Your Server 4-41Check ConsistencyRun LSI Software RAID Configuration UtilityPerform Check ConsistencyExit LSI Software RAID Configurati

4-42 Configuring Your ServerOthers Clear ConfigurationClears configuration information. Select "Configure" → "Clear Configuration&qu

Configuring Your Server 4-43LSI Software RAID Configuration Utility and Universal RAID UtilityYou can use Universal RAID Utility for configuration

4-44 Configuring Your ServerDisk ArrayLSI Software RAID Configuration Utility manages Disk Array by a number beginning with 0. Youcan see a number of

Configuring Your Server 4-45The setting level of Universal RAID Utility and the setting valueItemSetting level of UniversalRAID UtilitySetting valu

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4-46 Configuring Your ServerConfiguration by Internal RAID Controller (2.5-inch Disk Model)This section describes how to use the internal hard disk d

Configuring Your Server 4-47Patrol ReadThe patrol read gives the read & verify test in the entire area of HDDs. It can be performed for allHDDs

4-48 Configuring Your ServerBackground InitializeThe Background Initialize is automatically executed when RAID5 virtual disk is created in the diskgr

Configuring Your Server 4-49ReconstructionThe reconstruction feature is used to change configuration and/or RAID level of existing virtualdisk. The

4-50 Configuring Your ServerIMPORTANT: Note the following for the Reconstruction: Be sure to make backup copy of data and perform ConsistencyCheck

Configuring Your Server 4-51Before Using WebBIOSRead the following sections describing supported functions and precautions before using"WebBIO

4-52 Configuring Your ServerNotes on Creating Virtual Drive 1. The Hard Disk Drives configuring the drive group should have the same capacity androta

Configuring Your Server 4-53Property of Physical Device of Universal RAID Utility

4-54 Configuring Your ServerUsing WebBIOSStarting WebBIOS 1. When the screen as shown below appears, press Ctrl + H to start WebBIOS.LSI MegaRAID SAS

Configuring Your Server 4-55Main MenuShown below is [Adapter Selection] screen that appears first on WebBIOS. On [Adapter No.] box,select an adapte

ixInstalling Windows Server 2008...D-5Preparations for

4-56 Configuring Your ServerWebBIOS MenuController Selection: Goes back to Adapter Selection menu.Controller Properties: Displays properties of the c

Configuring Your Server 4-57IMPORTANT: The right frame of Physical View shows slot number, type, capacity,and status of Hard Disk Drive. The sl

4-58 Configuring Your ServerController PropertiesWhen you click [Controller Properties] on WebBIOS Top Menu, the configuration information isdisplaye

Configuring Your Server 4-59The detailed setting is continued on the next page. Click [Next] to view more information.Clicking [Supported] in "

4-60 Configuring Your ServerDefault settings and their explanationItem Default Description ChangeBattery Backup PresentNoneDisplays Properties of add

Configuring Your Server 4-61How to change setting valueOn [Controller Properties] screen, change a parameter to desired value, and then click [Subm

4-62 Configuring Your ServerScan DevicesWhen you click [Scan Devices] on WebBIOS Top Menu, the connected Hard Disk Drives aredetected again. Use this

Configuring Your Server 4-63Virtual DrivesWhen you click [Virtual Drives] on WebBIOS Top Menu, the screen for operating the VD that hasalready been

4-64 Configuring Your ServerDrivesWhen you click [Drives] on WebBIOS Top Menu, the screen for operating the connected physicaldrive appears.IMPORTANT

Configuring Your Server 4-65Physical Drive PropertiesTake the following procedures to check Physical Drive Properties. Shown below is an example to

xAppendix F Installing Windows Server 2003...F-1BEFORE INSTALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003 .

4-66 Configuring Your ServerPhysical Drive PropertiesLocate: Let Disk Status lamp light or blinks.Make Global HSP:The selected Hard Disk Drive is ass

Configuring Your Server 4-67Configuration WizardUse this wizard to configure a virtual drive using the Hard Disk Drives connected. The detailedexpl

4-68 Configuring Your ServerExitWhen you click [Exit] on WebBIOS Top Menu, a confirmation screen to exit from WebBIOS isdisplayed. Click [Yes] to exi

Configuring Your Server 4-69Configuring Virtual DriveThis section describes the procedures for configuration of VD (virtual drive) using WebBIOS.Co

4-70 Configuring Your ServerWhen you select [Add Configuration], the screen as shown below appears.Be sure to select [Manual Configuration], and clic

Configuring Your Server 4-71 2. Upon completion of selection, click [Add to Array] at the lower left of the screen. 3. A new DG is defined in the

4-72 Configuring Your Server 5. Then, the Span Definition screen appears. 6. Select a DG to define VD from "Array With Free Space" frame,

Configuring Your Server 4-73IMPORTANT: To configure RAID0, 1, 5, or 6, perform Span Definition to a singleDG only. If you need to perform Span De

4-74 Configuring Your ServerIMPORTANT: The value shown in "Select Size" indicates the maximum sizeallowed for RAID1 (two Hard Disk Drives

Configuring Your Server 4-75 6. VD is created in DG as shown in the screen below.After making sure that the VD is created correctly, click [Accept

Chapter 1Notes on Using Your ServerThis chapter includes information necessary for proper and safe operation of the server.

4-76 Configuring Your Server 10. WebBIOS Top Menu is displayed. Virtual Drives you have created is displayed in the rightframe of the screen.

Configuring Your Server 4-77Configure SPANThe following explains the sample procedure to configure RAID10 (spanning of RAID1) with fourHard Disk Dr

4-78 Configuring Your Server 4. A new DG is defined in the Drive Groups frame. Define another DG in the similarprocedures. After DGs have been defin

Configuring Your Server 4-79 7. Then, select DG1 and click [Add to SPAN]. When the two DGs are defined in the "Span"field to the right,

4-80 Configuring Your Server 9. Make sure that both DG0 and DG1 are defined as VD 0, then click [Next] at the lowerright of the screen.IMPORTANT: RA

Configuring Your Server 4-81 11. The confirmation message "Save this Configuration?" appears. Click "Yes" to save theconfigura

4-82 Configuring Your ServerParameters for VD DefinitionListed below are parameters for Configuration Wizard.Item Parameter RemarksRAID LevelRAID 0 /

Configuring Your Server 4-83The Write Policy has the following modes depending on combination with WrtThru for BAD BBU.Select a mode suitable for y

4-84 Configuring Your ServerThe Disk Cache Policy has the following modes. Select a mode suitable for your environment.Unchanged • The controller us

Configuring Your Server 4-85Operation of Various FeaturesCheck ConsistencyCheck Consistency is used to check consistency among virtual drives. 1.

1-2 Notes on Using Your ServerWARNING LABELSThe warning label is attached to components with possible danger or their vicinity in your server toinf

4-86 Configuring Your Server 7. The progress of Check Consistency is displayed on the left frame of Virtual Drives screen. 8. Click [Home] at the l

Configuring Your Server 4-87Manual RebuildRebuild can be performed automatically when the failed Hard Disk Drive is replaced in hot-swapmode. Howev

4-88 Configuring Your ServerDescribed below are procedures based on assumption:One of the Hard Disk Drives failed in a RAID5 VD configured with three

Configuring Your Server 4-89 4. Check to "Make Global HSP" or select the DG you want to rebuild and check to "MakeDedicated HSP&quo

4-90 Configuring Your Server 6. The WebBIOS Top Menu changes as shown below during rebuild. If you click onPhysical Drive being rebuilt, the progres

Configuring Your Server 4-91Setting Hot SpareDescribed below are procedures based on assumption:Add a Hard Disk Drive to a RAID5 VD configured with

4-92 Configuring Your Server 4. Check to "Make Global HSP" or select the DG you want to specify as Hot Spare andcheck to "Make Dedica

Configuring Your Server 4-93 6. Click [Home] at the lower left of the screen to go back to WebBIOS Top Menu.

4-94 Configuring Your ServerReconstructionDescribed below are procedures based on assumption:Add a Hard Disk Drive to a RAID5 VD configured with thre

Configuring Your Server 4-95 4. On the right of the screen, items required for reconstruction are displayed. 5. Select "Migration with addit

Notes on Using Your Server 1-3SAFETY NOTESThis section provides notes on using the server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure properand s

4-96 Configuring Your ServerLocateThe Locate command makes an LED on Hard Disk Drive light or blink to confirm the location ofthe slot. We recommend

Configuring Your Server 4-97Slow InitializeSlow Initialize writes zero to all the sectors of the data area in the VD. 1. Start WebBIOS. 2. Click

4-98 Configuring Your ServerWebBIOS and Universal RAID UtilityYou can use Universal RAID Utility for configuration and management, monitoring of RAID

Configuring Your Server 4-99Disk ArrayWebBIOS manages Disk Array by a number beginning with 0. You can see a number of Disk Arraywhere [DG X] in Ph

4-100 Configuring Your ServerSetting of PriorityWebBIOS displays and sets Rebuild Priority, Patrol Read Priority, and Consistency Check Priorityof RA

Configuring Your Server 4-101Creating a RAID 6 Logical DriveTo create a Logical Drive of RAID 6 using the Universal RAID Utility, at least four Har

4-102 Configuring Your ServerCONFIGURING MOTHER BOARD JUMPERSWith the pre-installed SETUP utility, you can set desired passwords to protect the data

Configuring Your Server 4-103The following describe the clearing procedure.WARNINGObserve the following instructions to use the server safely. Fail

4-104 Configuring Your ServerClearing CMOS Data 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" as described in Chapter 9 of th

Chapter 5Installing the Operating System with ExpressSetupThis section describes information on using Express Setup to install and configure the follo

PROPRIETARY NOTICE AND LIABILITY DISCLAIMERThe information disclosed in this document, including all designs and related materials, is thevaluable pro

1-4 Notes on Using Your ServerCAUTIONKeep water or foreign matter away from the server.Do not let any form of liquid (water etc.) or foreign matter

5-2 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupAbout Express Setup"Express Setup" helps you to install the Windows Operating System.

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-3Windows Server 2008This section explains how to install Windows Server 2008 by using the Expr

5-4 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupSupported Mass Storage ControllersThe NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD attached to your system supports t

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-5About Removable MediaDo not set removable media, such as DAT, into the device mounted on this

5-6 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupAbout the System Partition SizeWhen the system is Windows Server 2008 32-bit (x86) EditionReq

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-7Flow of SetupLoading parameters (Step 2)Select the operating system (Step 3)NextRAID configur

5-8 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupInstalling the Windows Server 2008Express Setup proceeds the setup by selecting or inputting se

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-9 4. Select [English] from the Select Language, click [OK]. 5. Select [Perform the Express s

5-10 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 6. [Load parameters] steps are displayed.[Do not load parameters](1) Select [Do not load p

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-11 7. Select the installing Operating System.Select [Install the Windows (32bit editions)] fr

Notes on Using Your Server 1-5Power Supply and Power Cord UseWARNINGDo not hold the power plug with a wet hand.Do not disconnect/connect the plug w

5-12 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupNOTES: You can use only the physical devices that have same modelnumber to configure logic

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-13IMPORTANT: About partition size– Specify the partition size larger than required minimum s

5-14 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 10. Enter the user information and client license mode.[Enter basic parameters] steps are

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-15 11. Enter the setting of the network protocol.[Enter Network Protocol] steps are displayed

5-16 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 13. Select the installing components.[Select Windows components] steps are displayed. Conf

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-17 14. Select the installing applications.[Select applications] steps are displayed. Confirm

5-18 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 16. The Express Setup will start when you click [Perform] in [Start Express setup] step. 1

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-19 20. [Agree Software License Agreement] screen appears.Read the license terms carefully. If

5-20 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 22. When the following message appears, press Ctrl + Alt + Del. 23. Log on to the system.

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-21In the following screen, enter "Administrator" into [UserName], your password into

1-6 Notes on Using Your ServerRackCAUTIONDo not carry or install the server only by a single person.More than one person is required to carry or in

5-22 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupInstalling and Setting Device DriversFollow these steps to install and configure the device

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-23For a server running a Server Core installation 1. Note down the current settings (e.g. IP a

5-24 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupNetwork DriverSpecify the details of network driver.Two standard network drivers that are mo

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-25Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is

5-26 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 6. Select a team type ([Adapter Fault Tolerance]/[Adaptive Load Balancing]).Click [Next].

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-27Remove Team 1. Open the [Device Manager]. 2. Click [Network adapters], and open [TEAM: &quo

5-28 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupSetting WOLRefer to the following procedure to enable WOL. 1. Start Device Manager. 2. Poi

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-29Graphics Accelerator DriverIf you use standard graphics accelerator drivers, update your sys

5-30 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupInstalling RAID Controller Driver (N8103-115)The installation procedure depends on your envi

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-31The procedure to set PAE optionIf your 32-bit system has a memory capacity in excess of 4GB,

Notes on Using Your Server 1-7Installation, Relocation, Storage, and ConnectionWARNINGDisconnect the power cord(s) before installing or removing th

5-32 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupWindows Server 2003This section explains how to install Microsoft® Windows Server® 2003 by u

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-33Service Pack Which EXPRESSBUILDER SupportsThe NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD attached to the server

5-34 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupSupported Mass Storage ControllersThe NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD attached to your system support

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-35About the Hardware ComponentsWhen you install the Windows Server 2003, Express Setup require

5-36 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupAbout the System Partition SizeThe system partition size can be calculated from the followin

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-37Dividing into the partition of the recommended size into multiple disks as written below wil

5-38 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupFlow of SetupThis section visually describes the flow of the setup operated by Express Setup

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-39Installing the Windows Server 2003Express Setup proceeds the setup by selecting or inputting

5-40 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 6. [Load parameters] steps are displayed.[Do not load parameters](1) Select [Do not load p

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-41 7. Select the installing Operating System.Select [Install the Windows (32bit editions)] fr

1-8 Notes on Using Your ServerCAUTIONDo not connect any interface cable with the power cord of the server plugged toa power source.Make sure to pow

5-42 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 9. Specify the installing medium and the Windows system partition.[Specify medium / Partit

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-43 10. Enter the user information and client license mode.[Enter basic parameters] steps are

5-44 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 12. Enter the domain or workgroup name to be used.[Enter domain account] steps are display

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-45 14. Select the installing applications.[Select applications] steps are displayed. Confirm

5-46 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 16. The Express Setup will start when you click [Perform] in [Start Express setup] step. 1

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-47 19. Read the contents carefully and click [Yes] if you do agree. If you do not agree, clic

5-48 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupInstalling and Setting Device DriversFollow these steps to install and configure the device

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-49 8. When [InstallShield Wizard Completed] window is displayed, click [Finished]. 9. Remove

5-50 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupOptional Network Board DriverFor utilize an optional Network Board (N8104-111/112/119/120/121/

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-51Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is

Notes on Using Your Server 1-9Cleaning and Working with Internal DevicesWARNINGDo not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.Never attempt to dis

5-52 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 9. Refer to the following procedure to set the team member adapter priority status.– Set

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-53Setting WOLRefer to the following procedure to enable WOL.When PROSet is not installed 1. St

5-54 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupWhen PROSet is installed 1. Start Device Manager. 2. Point to [Network adapters] and double

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-55Graphics Accelerator DriverIf you use standard graphics accelerator drivers, update your sys

5-56 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupInstalling RAID Controller Driver (N8103-115)The installation procedure depends on your envi

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-57The procedure to set PAE optionIf your 32-bit system has a memory capacity in excess of 4GB,

5-58 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupSETTING FOR SOLVING PROBLEMSSetup the following issue in advance so that your computer can r

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-59IMPORTANT:Windows Server 2008 64-bit (x64) Edition To specify "Complete Memory Dump&q

5-60 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 9. On the [Paging file size for each drive] box, specify as follows:– A value larger than

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-61Memory Dump (Debug Information) - Windows Server 2003 -This section describes the procedures

1-10 Notes on Using Your ServerDuring OperationCAUTIONDo not pull out or remove the server from the rack unnecessarily.Do not pull out or remove th

5-62 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupIMPORTANT:Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions To specify "Complete Memory Dump" to

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-63 4. Specify "Complete memory dump" and modify [Dump file:] in the [Write debuggin

5-64 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupHow to Create a User-mode Process Dump FileWhen the system is Windows Server 2008"User-

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-65When the system is Windows Server 2003 (Dr.Watson)Dr. Watson is a debugger for application e

5-66 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupNetwork MonitorUsing Network Monitor helps you to investigate and manage with network troubl

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-67Network Monitor (Windows Server 2003)To use Network Monitor, you need to restart the system

5-68 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupRe-installing the Operation System if Multiple Logical Drives ExistBefore Re-installing the

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-69Procedure for Modifying the Drive LetterBe careful that the drive letter of the system or bo

5-70 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupINSTALLING MAINTENANCE UTILITIESVarious maintenance utilities are contained in your NEC EXPR

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-71MAKING BACKUP COPIES OF SYSTEM INFORMATIONThe system information includes the current BIOS s

Notes on Using Your Server 1-11FOR PROPER OPERATIONObserve the following notes for successful operation of the server. Use of the server ignoring t

5-72 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupInstalling with the OEM-Disk for Mass Storage DeviceThis section explains how to setup with

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-73Installation of Mass storage device not to be supported by Express SetupIf you would like to

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Chapter 6Installing and Using UtilitiesThis section describes how to use the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD that comes with your serverand to install the util

6-2 Installing and Using UtilitiesNEC EXPRESSBUILDERThe NEC EXPRESSBUILDER (referred to as "EXPRESSBUILDER" hereinafter) helps you instal

Installing and Using Utilities 6-3 Os installationIf you select this item, the Top menu appears. IMPORTANT: This tool is Configuration Tool tha

6-4 Installing and Using Utilities Tool menu (Normal mode)If you select this item, the Tool menu appears.You can use the below functions for main

Installing and Using Utilities 6-5 Tool menu (Redirection mode)If you want to operate this computer via the BIOS redirection (the console-less fu

6-6 Installing and Using UtilitiesAutorun MenuWhen the EXPRESSBUILDER disk is inserted into the DVD drive, Windows automaticallylaunches the menu a

Installing and Using Utilities 6-7PARAMETER FILE CREATOR"Parameter File Creator" is a tool to create [Parameter file] that is used for co

1-12 Notes on Using Your Server Store the unit under the storage condition (temperature: –10°C - 55°C, humidity: 20% -80%, without condensation)

6-8 Installing and Using UtilitiesParameter FileThis section describes about specifying setup information that is necessary for OS installation and

Installing and Using Utilities 6-9 4. Click [Parameter File Creator].Parameter File Creator will appear.

6-10 Installing and Using Utilities 5. [Load Parameters] step is displayed.Select [Do not load parameters] from the menu, click [Next]. 6. Select

Installing and Using Utilities 6-11 7. Enter the setting of a logical drive.[Enter RAID setting] steps are displayed. Confirm the parameters, modi

6-12 Installing and Using Utilities 8. Specify the installing medium and the Windows system partition.[Specify medium / Partition] steps are displ

Installing and Using Utilities 6-13IMPORTANT: If you install Windows Server 2003 R2, do not apply Service Packby Express Setup. If you install Se

6-14 Installing and Using Utilities 9. Enter the user information and client license mode.[Enter basic parameters] steps are displayed. Confirm th

Installing and Using Utilities 6-15IMPORTANT: Computer name and User name are requiredparameters.NOTE: Even if you do not input value into "Ad

6-16 Installing and Using Utilities 11. Enter the domain or workgroup name to be used.[Enter domain account] steps are displayed. Confirm the para

Installing and Using Utilities 6-17[Windows Server 2003] 13. Select the installing applications.[Select applications] steps are displayed. Confirm

Notes on Using Your Server 1-13TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTYThe following must be observed when you transfer (or sell) the server or software provided wi

6-18 Installing and Using Utilities[Windows Server 2003] 14. Save the parameters.[Save parameters] steps are displayed.If you want to save the par

Installing and Using Utilities 6-19 15. Saved to a floppy disk.Now [the floppy disk containing the parameters file] has been created.Click [Yes] t

6-20 Installing and Using UtilitiesNEC ESMPROThe NEC ESMPRO lets a system administrator manage remote servers across a network. NECESMPRO monitors

Installing and Using Utilities 6-21Universal RAID UtilityUniversal RAID Utility is an application to manage or monitor the following RAID Controlle

6-22 Installing and Using UtilitiesManual SetupWindowsYou can start the setup program of Universal RAID Utility from [Autorun Menu].Click [Setup So

Installing and Using Utilities 6-23Using Universal RAID Utility via NetworkUniversal RAID Utility doesn't have the function of management to c

6-24 Installing and Using UtilitiesNEC PRODUCT INFO COLLECTION UTILITYThe NEC Product Info Collection Utility is software installed in this server.

Installing and Using Utilities 6-25Using UtilityExecute collect.exe in "System drive: \ezclct\stdclct" folder.The log folder is made in t

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Chapter 7MaintenanceThis chapter describes the daily maintenance of the server and precautions when relocating orstoring the server.MAKING BACKUP COPI

Keep this User's Guide at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary.SAFETY INDICATIONSFollow the instructions in this User's Guide for y

1-14 Notes on Using Your ServerDISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES Dispose the server, all the internal devices and DVD-ROMs according to all national lawsa

7-2 MaintenanceCLEANINGClean the server on a regular basis to keep the server in a good shape.WARNINGObserve the following instructions to use the se

Maintenance 7-3Cleaning the ServerFor daily cleaning, wipe the external surfaces of the server with a dry soft cloth. Follow theprocedure below if st

7-4 MaintenanceCleaning the InteriorOne of the most important items in a good maintenance program is regular and thorough cleaning ofthe interior of

Maintenance 7-5Cleaning the Keyboard/MouseMake sure that the server and peripheral devices are all off-powered (the POWER LED goes off),and then wipe

7-6 MaintenanceCleaning DiscA dusty disc or dust-accumulated tray causes the device to fail to read data correctly.Follow the procedure below to clea

Maintenance 7-7SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICSThe System Diagnostics runs several tests on the server.Select [Tool menu] - [Test and diagnostics] in the NEC EXPRE

7-8 MaintenanceStartup and Exit of System DiagnosticsThere are two ways to diagnose the server: to use the local console (keyboard) of the server its

Maintenance 7-9 6. Select [Test and diagnostics].Select [End-User Mode] and the system diagnostics starts. The diagnostics will becompleted in appro

7-10 Maintenance 7. Follow the guide line shown at the bottom of the screen, and press the Esc key.The [Enduser Menu] below is displayed.Enduser Men

Maintenance 7-11RELOCATING/STORING THE SERVERFollow the procedure below to relocate or store the server:CAUTIONObserve the following instructions to

Notes on Using Your Server 1-15USER SUPPORTBefore Asking for Repair, do the following when the server appears to fail: 1. Check if the power cord

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Chapter 8TroubleshootingIf your server does not operate as expected, read this chapter before assuming a failure.NOTE: For provision against an unexpe

8-2 TroubleshootingSYSTEM VIEWERSMonitor the occurrence of fault by NEC ESMPRO during the system operation.Especially take note on whether any alert

Troubleshooting 8-3ERROR MESSAGESIf an error occurs in the server, an error message appears on the display unit connected to the server.Error Message

8-4 TroubleshootingPOST Error MessagesWhen POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the display unit screen. The followingtable lists e

Troubleshooting 8-5ErrorcodeError message Recommended Action02D1 System Memory exceeds the CPU's cachinglimit.02F4 EISA CMOS not write able.02F5

8-6 TroubleshootingErrorcodeError message Recommended Action0B71 System Temperature out of the range. Contact your service representative toreplace t

Troubleshooting 8-7ErrorcodeError message Recommended Action0B9B Private I2C bus not responding.0B9C BMC internal exception.0B9D BMC A/D timeout erro

8-8 TroubleshootingMessages displayed by RAID Controller during POSTOn-screen message ActionMemory/battery problems were detected.The adapter has rec

Troubleshooting 8-9On-screen message ActionYour VDs that are configured for write-backare temporarily running in write-throughmode.This is caused by

1-16 Notes on Using Your ServerAdvice for HealthThe longer you keep using the computer equipment, the more you becometired, which may cause disorde

8-10 TroubleshootingOn-screen message ActionThe cache contains dirty data, but someVDs are missing or will go offline, so thecached data can not be w

Troubleshooting 8-11On-screen message ActionSingle-bit overflow ECC errors weredetected during the previous boot of thecontroller. DIMM on the contro

8-12 TroubleshootingBeep CodesIf an error occurs during the POST, the server beeps, indicating the type of error.Each number indicates the number of

Troubleshooting 8-13Error Messages on Virtual LCDNEC EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 2 (Remote Management Controller) on your server board allowsyou to monitor t

8-14 TroubleshootingMessages displayed on lower line (BMC message)When the following messages are displayed on the virtual LCD, restart your server b

Troubleshooting 8-15On-screen message DescriptionProc1 VccpAlm XXProc2 VccpAlm XXVoltage alarm occurred on processor #1 or #2.XX=09: high voltage (fe

8-16 TroubleshootingSOLVING PROBLEMSWhen the server fails to operate as expected, see the following to find out your problem and followthe instructio

Troubleshooting 8-17No screen display appears with beep:→ Check whether DIMMs are connected to the mating connectors firmly.→ Check whether DIMMs o

8-18 TroubleshootingFail to access to internal or external devices (or such devices fail to operate): Are cables properly connected?→ Make sure th

Troubleshooting 8-19The keyboard or mouse fails to operate: Is the cable properly connected?→ You must use the provided keyboard/mouse branch cabl

Chapter 2General DescriptionThis chapter provides information that you should be familiar with before using the server. Itincludes names and functions

8-20 TroubleshootingFail to access the hard disk drive:(Refer to the documentation supplied with the RAID Controller.) Is the hard disk drive appli

Troubleshooting 8-21Event logs in using Intel Network adapter teamingEvent Type: WarningEvent Source: IANSMiniportEvent Category: NoneEvent ID: 11Des

8-22 TroubleshootingThe server is not found on the network: Is the LAN cable connected?→ Make sure to connect the LAN cable to the network port on

Troubleshooting 8-23Problems with RAID System and RAID ControllerCheck the following if the server configuring a RAID System does not operate properl

8-24 TroubleshootingA hard disk drive fails:→ Contact your service representative.Cannot enter standby:→ If you use LSI Embedded MegaRAID, system m

Troubleshooting 8-25Rebuild fails: Is the capacity of the hard disk drive to be rebuilt sufficient?→ The hard disk drive to be rebuilt should have

8-26 TroubleshootingEvent ID129:The following message appears on Windows Event Log.Source: msas2k3Event ID: 129Type: WarningDescription: Information

Troubleshooting 8-27Event ID508:When the RAID controller has additional battery (N8103-123 or N8103-124), thefollowing message is registered in RAID

8-28 TroubleshootingProblems with WindowsThe following system events are logged when Windows Server 2008 is installed.Event ID: 134Source: Microsoft-

Troubleshooting 8-29The following application events are logged when Windows Server 2008 is installed.Event ID: 63Source: Microsoft-Windows-WMILevel:

2-2 General DescriptionOVERVIEWYour server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Intel Xeon microprocessor. It is asolid performer and

8-30 TroubleshootingThere are some cases that an event log is registered as follows when you install WindowsServer 2003 x64 Editions.Source: DCOMCate

Troubleshooting 8-31There are some cases that an event log is registered as follows when you operate WindowsServer 2003 R2.Source: IPMIDRVType: Error

8-32 TroubleshootingDuring installation, the following warning is registered in the System Log of the Event Viewer:Error detected on the device \Devi

Troubleshooting 8-33The PXE boot (network boot) fails or the server is not found on the network: Is the cable connected properly?→ Connect the pro

8-34 TroubleshootingFail to start the OS with the /3GB switch→ System often fails to start the OS with the /3GB switch.In this case, please adjust t

Troubleshooting 8-35Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDERWhen the server is not booted from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD, check the following: Did you set

8-36 TroubleshootingProblems with Express SetupThe system partition is created by size smaller than specified value.→ In Express Setup, there are so

Troubleshooting 8-37Problems with Parameter File CreatorFail to start Parameter File Creator: Parameter File Creator requires to run by "Micro

8-38 TroubleshootingProblems with Autorun MenuCannot read documents: Do you have Adobe Reader installed correctly in your system?→ Some documents

Troubleshooting 8-39COLLECTING DR. WATSON DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATIONDr. Watson collects diagnostic information related to application errors. The locatio

General Description 2-3External ViewThe following figure shows the 3.5-inch disk model.1 Top coverRemove the top cover to install/remove DIMM, CPU, o

8-40 TroubleshootingSaving the Dump FilePress the DUMP switch to save the dump file when an error occurs. Insert a metal pin (astraightened large pap

Troubleshooting 8-41RECOVERY FOR Windows SYSTEMIf any file necessary for running the OS is damaged, use the following procedures to recover thesystem

8-42 TroubleshootingMaintenance ToolsThe Maintenance Tools is a tool of this product prevention to maintain, and to analyze the trouble.Starting Main

Troubleshooting 8-43IMPORTANT: An initial selection of the menu is "Japanese"."Japanese" starts by the automatic operation when t

8-44 TroubleshootingFunction of Maintenance ToolsThe following functions can be executed in the Maintenance Tools. Maintenance UtilityThe Off-line

Troubleshooting 8-45 BIOS/FW UpdatingThis menu allows you to update the software module such as BIOS and firmware of theserver by using the update

8-46 TroubleshootingMaintenance Tools with Remote ConsoleThis subsection describes the procedures for using Maintenance Tools with remote console.Mai

Troubleshooting 8-47StartingThe following two methods are available to start the server. Running Maintenance Tools from the management PC via LAN

8-48 TroubleshootingRESETTING THE SERVER If the server halts before starting the OS, press and hold Ctrl and Alt and press Delete.This restarts the

Troubleshooting 8-49FORCED SHUTDOWNUse this function when an OS command does not shut down the server, the POWER switch does notturn off the server,

2-4 General DescriptionFront View with Front Bezel ClosedThe following figure shows the location of the front system features.1 Front bezelThe front

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Chapter 9Upgrading Your ServerThis chapter describes internal optional devices available for the server, procedures for install orremoving such option

9-2 Upgrading Your ServerSAFETY NOTESObserve the following notes to install or remove optional devices safely and properly.WARNINGObserve the followi

Upgrading Your Server 9-3ANTI-STATIC MEASURESThe server contains electronic components sensitive to static electricity. Avoid failures caused bystati

9-4 Upgrading Your ServerPREPARING FOR INSTALLATION AND REMOVALFollow the procedure below to prepare for installing or removing components. 1. Shutd

Upgrading Your Server 9-5 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare.NOTE: To confirm the de

9-6 Upgrading Your ServerHARD DISK DRIVEThe hard disk drive bay at the front of the server chassis may contain hard disk drives ofapproximately 25.4

Upgrading Your Server 9-7SAS hard disk driveCan be used only when the optional RAID Controller (N8103-116A/117A/118A) is installed. Up tothree hard d

9-8 Upgrading Your Server2.5-inch Disk ModelThe Internal RAID Controller (equivalent to N8103-116A) supports SAS interface. Up to six harddisk drives

Upgrading Your Server 9-9InstallationTake the following steps to install a hard disk drive. This procedure applies to all the hard disk drivebays. Se

General Description 2-5Front View with Front Bezel Removed1 Handles (1 at the right and left each)Hold the handles when dismounting/mounting the serv

9-10 Upgrading Your Server 5. Unlock the hard disk drive handle. 6. With the handle in the fully open position, firmly hold the drive carrier and h

Upgrading Your Server 9-11 7. When the handle begins to close by itself , slowly close the handle.The drive carrier is locked when a "click&quo

9-12 Upgrading Your Server2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare

Upgrading Your Server 9-13 5. Firmly hold the drive carrier, and insert it into the slot. 6. Put your fingers on the front of the drive carrier. 7.

9-14 Upgrading Your ServerNOTE: The hard disk drive bay is located close to the POWER switch.Pay attention not to press the POWER switch when install

Upgrading Your Server 9-15RemovalTake the following steps to remove a hard disk drive:NOTE: If removing a failing hard disk drive, confirm the slot i

9-16 Upgrading Your Server 4. Firmly hold the handle and hard disk drive, and pull out the hard disk drive. 5. If using the server with the hard di

Upgrading Your Server 9-172.5-inch Hard Disk Drive 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare

9-18 Upgrading Your ServerNotes on Replacing Hard Disk Drives in the RAID SystemWhen the hard disk drives are in the RAID System, you can restore the

Upgrading Your Server 9-19POWER SUPPLY UNITYour server contains one or two power supplies.The second power supply is optional and provides a redundan

2-6 General Description10 DISK LED (green/amber)Hard disk drive LED. Each hard disk drive LED is green during access to the hard disk drive.The LED t

9-20 Upgrading Your Server 3. Insert the power supply unit.IMPORTANT: Do not touch the terminals of the power supply unit. 4. Grasp the handle and

Upgrading Your Server 9-21 5. Connect two power cords.Use the power cord provided with the standard power supply unit and the one providedwith the s

9-22 Upgrading Your ServerReplacing a Failing Power Supply UnitReplace only a failing power supply unit.IMPORTANT: Do not remove a power supply unit

Upgrading Your Server 9-23TOP COVEROpen the top cover when installing/removing a processor, or reconnecting an internal cable.Removal 1. See the sec

9-24 Upgrading Your ServerDIMMInstall the additional DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module) to the DIMM socket on the motherboard in the server. The mother

Upgrading Your Server 9-25Installation OrderInstallation order depends on the number of CPUs installed. 1-CPU configuration:Install DIMMs starting

9-26 Upgrading Your ServerIMPORTANT: If CPU2 is not installed, CPU2_DIMM1 throughCPU2_DIMM6 are not available.NOTE: Memory mirroring and LockStep (x8

Upgrading Your Server 9-27Memory ClockMemory clock speed depends on CPU model and whether the additional 8-GB memory board isinstalled or not. Xeon

9-28 Upgrading Your ServerInstallationInstall a DIMM in the following procedure.IMPORTANT: The server supports DIMMs of only the low-profiletype (30

Upgrading Your Server 9-29 9. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket. 10. When the DIMM is inserted, push down on the top edge of the D

General Description 2-7Rear View1 Full-height PCI board slot (1B)Mount PCI board of the full-height type in the slot.2 Low-profile PCI board slot (1C

9-30 Upgrading Your ServerRemovalRemove the DIMM depending on the following procedure.NOTE: To remove the failed DIMM, check the error messageappeari

Upgrading Your Server 9-31Using the Memory RAS FeaturesThe server has RAS feature including "Standard memory configuration (x4 SDDC ECC memory),

9-32 Upgrading Your ServerMemory MirroringThe memory mirroring feature writes the same data into two groups of DIMMs corresponding witheach other bet

Upgrading Your Server 9-33 Install memory devices in the following order:The following mirroring cannot be configured: Memory mirroring within a

9-34 Upgrading Your ServerNotes on Configuring Memory MirroringIn memory mirroring configuration, the menus related to memory mirroring in BIOS SETUP

Upgrading Your Server 9-35LockStep Feature (x8 SDDC)In LockStep feature, the DIMMs in two groups corresponding to two memory channels (channels 0and

9-36 Upgrading Your ServerThe LockStep feature can be used under the following conditions: Install two DIMMs that operate in parallel in memory soc

Upgrading Your Server 9-37Notes on Configuring LockStepIn LockStep configuration, the menus related to LockStep in BIOS SETUP are grayed out andunsel

9-38 Upgrading Your ServerPROCESSOR (CPU)The server may have another CPU installed in addition to the standard CPU (Intel XeonProcessor).IMPORTANT:

Upgrading Your Server 9-39InstallationTake the following steps to install the CPU. 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal&q

SYMBOLS USED IN THIS USER'S GUIDE AND WARNINGLABELSAttentionsIndicates that improper use may cause an electric shock.Indicates that improper use

2-8 General Description11 Management LAN port100BASE-TX/10BASE-T interface port used to manage the server via LAN.12 DUMP (NMI) switchPress this swit

9-40 Upgrading Your Server 7. Open the socket lever by pushing the lever down and away from the socket. 8. Lift the load plate.IMPORTANT: Do not to

Upgrading Your Server 9-41 10. Take out the new processor, and hold it with your thumb and index fingers oriented asshown in the figure below.NOTES:

9-42 Upgrading Your Server 12. Put the heat sink on CPU and fix the heat sink with four screws.Make sure that the screw aligns with the screw hole.

Upgrading Your Server 9-43 13. Make sure that the heat sink is level.NOTES: If the heat sink is not level, remove it, and then install it again. T

9-44 Upgrading Your Server 15. Install the covers you removed previously. 16. Power on the server, start the SETUP utility, and set "Processor

Upgrading Your Server 9-45RemovalTo remove the CPU, prepare the removal referring to steps 1 and 4 in the installation procedure anddo the reverse pr

9-46 Upgrading Your ServerPCI BOARDThe server has a riser card assembly on the mother board that enable installation of PCI boards. Theriser card ass

Upgrading Your Server 9-47FRONTRiser card slot(Dedicated to low-profilePCI boards)Riser card slot(Dedicated to full-height PCI boards)Mother boardREA

9-48 Upgrading Your ServerNotesObserve the following notes on installing/removing a PCI board: Do not touch the terminals of the riser cards and th

Upgrading Your Server 9-49InstallationTake the following steps to install a PCI board on the riser card:IMPORTANT: The full-height riser card is equi

General Description 2-9Internal ViewThe internal view for each models show below. The processor air duct factory-installed in thesystem is omitted fo

9-50 Upgrading Your Server 5. Remove the screw from the riser card, and remove the additional slot cover.NOTE: Keep the removed additional slot cove

Upgrading Your Server 9-51IMPORTANT: Do not touch the terminals of the riser cards and PCI boards withyour bare hand. Fingerprints and dust left on

9-52 Upgrading Your Server 8. Insert the riser module assembly into the slot on the mother board.Align the riser card terminal section with the slot

Upgrading Your Server 9-53Installing RAID ControllerTake the following steps to install the optional RAID Controller in the RAID Controlelr slot.IMPO

9-54 Upgrading Your Server 6. Remove the PCI bracket from the RAID Controller. 7. Install the RAID Controller to the bracket that has been removed

Upgrading Your Server 9-55 8. Install the RAID Controller in the server chassis, and secure it with the screws used forsecuring the bracket. 9. Ins

9-56 Upgrading Your ServerInstalling Additional Battery for RAID ControllerTake the following steps to install an additional battery for RAID Control

Upgrading Your Server 9-57 7. Install the connector board provided with the additional battery to the RAID Controller.Use screws that come with the

9-58 Upgrading Your Server 10. Remove the three screws from the battery bracket, then remove the battery bracket. 11. Connect the cable to the addi

Upgrading Your Server 9-59 12. Secure the additional battery to the battery bracket with three screws.Use screws that come with the additional batte

2-10 General Description3.5-inch Disk Model1 Front panel board2 Backplane3 Power supply4DIMM5 Mother board6 PCI riser card7 Top cover open sensor8 Pr

9-60 Upgrading Your Server 14. Route the cable as shown in the figure below.– When connecting with Onboard RAID Controller

Upgrading Your Server 9-61– When connecting with optional RAID controller in low-profile slot

9-62 Upgrading Your Server– When connecting with optional RAID controller in full-height slot

Upgrading Your Server 9-63 15. Connect the cable to the connector board installed on the RAID Controller.Be aware of the face of the connector accor

9-64 Upgrading Your Server3.5-inch Disk ModelN8103-116A/117A/118A: 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described ea

Upgrading Your Server 9-65 7. Install the connector board provided with the additional battery to the RAID Controller. 8. Secure the RAID Controlle

9-66 Upgrading Your Server 10. Split the additional battery so that the battery is apart from the base board by pushing theclaw in the direction of

Upgrading Your Server 9-67 12. Pass the battery cable through the hole on the battery bracket, then install the battery onthe battery bracket. 13.

9-68 Upgrading Your Server 14. Secure the battery bracket on which the additional battery is installed to the server chassiswith screws. 15. Route

Upgrading Your Server 9-69 16. Connect the cable to the connector board installed on the RAID Controller.Be aware of the face of the connector accor

General Description 2-11Mother Board1 Power connector2 Unused connector3 USB FDD connector4 USB connector (front)5 SATA DVD connector6 SATA HDD conne

9-70 Upgrading Your ServerN8103-115A: 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare. 2. Pull ou

Upgrading Your Server 9-71 7. Remove the three screws from the battery bracket, then remove the battery bracket. 8. Split the additional battery so

9-72 Upgrading Your Server 9. Connect the cable to the additional battery.Be aware of the face of the connector according to the figure below. 10.

Upgrading Your Server 9-73 11. Connect the cable to the additional battery.Be aware of the face of the connector according to the figure below. 12.

9-74 Upgrading Your Server 13. Secure the battery bracket on which the additional battery is installed to the server chassiswith screws. 14. Route

Upgrading Your Server 9-75– When connecting with RAID controller in full-height slot 15. Connect the cable to the connector board installed on the

9-76 Upgrading Your ServerUSE OF INTERNAL HARD DISK DRIVES IN THE RAIDSYSTEMUsing the RAID Controller allows you to use hard disk drives in the devic

Upgrading Your Server 9-773.5-inch Disk ModelYou can build a RAID System by using the Onboard RAID Controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID)or optional RAID

9-78 Upgrading Your ServerInstallationSee "PCI Board" in this chapter and manual that comes with the optional RAID Controller for theinstal

Upgrading Your Server 9-792.5-inch Disk ModelTo build a RAID System, use the Internal RAID Controller (equivalent to N8103-116A).The hard disk drive

2-12 General DescriptionSTATUS INDICATORSThis section explains the indication and meanings of the server LEDs.POWER LED ( )The POWER LED is on (green

9-80 Upgrading Your ServerNoticeObserve the following notes on configuring a RAID System: The installed hard disk drives (SAS drives or SATA drives

Upgrading Your Server 9-81FLOPPY DISK DRIVEThe server of 3.5-inch disk model has a bay to install an optional floppy disk drive on its frontpanel.IMP

9-82 Upgrading Your Server 5. Slide the stay for bracket to the direction of the arrow marks shown in the figure below,and remove the stay. 6. Remo

Upgrading Your Server 9-83 7. Put and slide the floppy disk drive in the order shown by arrow marks in the figure below.Engage the screw holes of th

9-84 Upgrading Your Server 9. Route the cable as shown in the figure below. 10. Connect the cable to the USB FDD connector on mother board. 11. In

Upgrading Your Server 9-85OPTICAL DISK DRIVEYou may replace the factory-installed optical disk drive with an optional DVD SuperMULTI drive.IMPORTANT:

9-86 Upgrading Your ServerReplacement ProcedureTake the following steps to install the optional DVD SuperMULTI drive.2.5-inch Disk Model 1. See the s

Upgrading Your Server 9-87 6. Remove the three screws from the optical disk drive, then remove the optical disk drive. 7. Remove the optical disk d

9-88 Upgrading Your Server 8. Align the screw holes on the optional DVD SuperMULTI drive with claws on the opticaldisk drive bracket (A). 9. Secure

Upgrading Your Server 9-89 10. Install the optical disk drive bracket with optional DVD SuperMULTI drive mounted tothe server, then tighten the thum

General Description 2-13STATUS LEDindicationDescription ProcedureOn (green) The server is operating normally. –Flashing(green)• The server is operat

9-90 Upgrading Your Server3.5-inch Disk Model 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare. 2.

Upgrading Your Server 9-91 7. Insert the optional DVD SuperMULTI drive into the slot.Align the screw holes on the optional DVD SuperMULTI drive with

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Appendix ASpecifications3.5-inch disk modelNEC Express5800/R120a-1N8100-Item1516F 1517F 1518F 1519F 1520FTypeIntel®Xeon®ProcessorE5502Intel®Xeon®Proce

A-2 SpecificationsNEC Express5800/R120a-1N8100-Item1516F 1517F 1518F 1519F 1520FLAN interface2 ports (1000Base-T/100Base-TX/10Base-T) and1 management

Specifications A-32.5-Inch disk modelsNEC Express5800/R120a-1N8100-Item1511F 1512F 1513F 1514F 1515FTypeIntel®Xeon®ProcessorE5502Intel®Xeon®Processor

A-4 SpecificationsNEC Express5800/R120a-1N8100-Item1511F 1512F 1513F 1514F 1515FFront bezel / Inner rail /Protruding portion excluded428 (width) x 72

Appendix BOther PrecautionsTransfer Rate of the On-board LAN controllerThe mother board includes the two network interface controllers that supports 1

B-2 Other PrecautionsNotes on useThe floppy disk is an important data storage media with delicate structure and requires care. Keepthe following note

Other Precautions B-3 Write-protectionA floppy disk has a write-protect switch that prevents the stored data from accidentalerasure.You can read da

2-14 General DescriptionDISK ACCESS LED ( )The DISK ACCESS LED indicates the status of the hard disk drive mounted in the 3.5-inch diskbay.The LED tu

B-4 Other PrecautionsCD/DVD DiscsKeep the following notes in mind to use the disc for the server: Press the center of the storage case to remove th

Other Precautions B-5KeyboardThe keyboard is a device to instruct you computer by entering alphanumeric characters or symbols.IMPORTANT: Do not pou

B-6 Other PrecautionsMouseLike the keyboard, the mouse is a device to instruct your computer. Many OS's and applicationsoftware require the mous

Appendix CIRQThe factory-set interrupt requests is listed below. Find an appropriate one to install an optionaldevice.IRQ Peripheral Device (Controlle

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Appendix DInstalling Windows Server 2008This section explains how to install the Windows Server 2008.NOTICERead the following notes or information bef

D-2 Installing Windows Server 2008Service Pack Which EXPRESSBUILDER SupportsThe NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD attached to the server supports following co

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-3About the System Partition SizeThe system partition size can be calculated from the following formula.When the sy

D-4 Installing Windows Server 2008When the system is Windows Server 2008 32-bit (x86) EditionRequired partition size =size required to install OS +

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-5INSTALLING Windows Server 2008Preparations for Installation NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD Microsoft Windows Server 2

General Description 2-15Hard Disk Drive LEDThe disk LED located on the drive carrier indicates the following depending on the status:3.5-inch hard di

D-6 Installing Windows Server 2008Create from the menu which appears when running NEC Express5800 server withNEC EXPRESSBUILDER.If you have only NE

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-7Create from [Autorun Menu]This menu requires Microsoft Windows XP, Vista or Windows Server 2003 (or later).You ca

D-8 Installing Windows Server 2008Windows Server 2008 Clean InstallationThis section explains how to perform a clean installation of Windows Server

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-9 4. Select a language and other options from the drop-down lists, and then click [Next]. 5. Click the [Install n

D-10 Installing Windows Server 2008 6. The following message is displayed.Load DriverA required CD/DVD drive device driver is missing. Ifyou have

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-11 10. Select the edition of the Windows operating system that you purchased.Select [I have selected the edition

D-12 Installing Windows Server 2008 12. Select the type of installation you want.[Custom (advanced)] is selected below. 13. Select the disk where

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-13When the following message appears, the installation starts automatically.NOTE: If the disk drive contains NEC E

D-14 Installing Windows Server 2008 2. Change the password, and then click the button.NOTE: The Windows Server 2008 password must combine uppercas

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-15 4. On the [Initial Configuration Tasks] window, enter user information.If you have selected a Server Core inst

2-16 General DescriptionIMPORTANT: If the server is turned off during rebuild processing, theprocessing is stopped. Restart the server, mount the new

D-16 Installing Windows Server 2008 2. Select [Other User]. 3. Log on to the system as an administrator.You need not enter your password in this

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-17 5. Change the password, and then click the button.NOTE: The Windows Server 2008 password must combineuppercase

D-18 Installing Windows Server 2008<In case not using Onboard RAID controller (LSI Embedded MegaRAID)> 1. Turn on your system.IMPORTANT: To

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-19 5. Click the [Install now ] button.The installation starts. 6. Enter your product key, and then click [Next].

D-20 Installing Windows Server 2008 7. Select the edition of the Windows operating system that you purchased.Select [I have selected the edition o

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-21 9. Select the type of installation you want.[Custom (advanced)] is selected below. 10. You will be asked, &qu

D-22 Installing Windows Server 2008 13. Click [New], enter a partition size, and then click [Apply]. 14. Select the partition created in step 12,

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-23NOTE: If the disk drive contains NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD,you will be prompted to replace a media with that for OS

D-24 Installing Windows Server 2008 2. Change the password, and then click the button.NOTE: The Windows Server 2008 password must combine upperc

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-25 4. On the [Initial Configuration Tasks] window, enter user information.If you have selected a Server Core inst

General Description 2-17LAN Connector LEDsThere are two LEDs for each of the two LAN ports (connectors) on the rear panel.  LINK/ACT LEDsEach LINK

D-26 Installing Windows Server 2008 2. Select [Other User]. 3. Log on to the system as an administrator.You need not enter your password in this

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-27 5. Change the password, and then click the button.NOTE: The Windows Server 2008 password must combineuppercase

D-28 Installing Windows Server 2008Updating the SystemUpdate the system in the situation below: CPU is expanded (expanded to single processor to

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-29 4. The following box appears. 5. Read the message, and then click [OK].The update starts.NOTE: The following

D-30 Installing Windows Server 2008 7. When the following message appears, click [Yes] to restart the system.The system has been updated.

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-31DRIVER INSTALLATION AND ADVANCED SETTINGSThis section describes on how to install and setup various standard dri

D-32 Installing Windows Server 2008 6. When [InstallShield Wizard Completed] appears. Click [Finish].Restart the system.For a server running a Ser

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-33Network DriverSpecify the details of network driver.Two standard network drivers that are mounted will be instal

D-34 Installing Windows Server 2008Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is a feature that creat

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-35 6. Select a team type ([Adapter Fault Tolerance]/[Adaptive Load Balancing]).Click [Next]. 7. Click [Finish].

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These l

2-18 General DescriptionAC POWER LEDThere is an AC POWER LED for the power supply unit on the rear. The LED turns green andflashes when the power sup

D-36 Installing Windows Server 2008Remove Team 1. Open the [Device Manager]. 2. Click [Network adapters], and open [TEAM: "Team name"] p

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-37Setting WOLRefer to the following procedure to enable WOL. 1. Start Device Manager. 2. Point to [Network adapt

D-38 Installing Windows Server 2008Graphics Accelerator DriverIf you use standard graphics accelerator drivers, update your system with NECEXPRESSB

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-39Installing RAID Controller Driver (N8103-115)The installation procedure depends on your environment.Follow steps

D-40 Installing Windows Server 2008Installing Fibre Channel Controller Driver (N8190-127/131)If you use the Fibre Channel Controller N8190-127/131,

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-41About Windows ActivationWindows Server 2008 must be activated before you can use Windows Server 2008.Windows act

D-42 Installing Windows Server 2008 2. In the following screen, click [Type a different product key]. 3. Type the product key shown on your COA l

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-43 4. Activate Windows.The Windows activation is complete.

D-44 Installing Windows Server 2008For a server running a Server Core installation 1. At the command prompt, type Slmgr –dli, and press Enter.IMPOR

Installing Windows Server 2008 D-45 6. At the command prompt, type slmgr –atp <CID>, and press Enter.* CID is the confirmation ID that you r

General Description 2-19STANDARD FEATURESHigh performance High-reliability Intel Xeon ProcessorN8100-1511F/1516F : 1.86GHzN8100-1512F/1517F : 2GHz

D-46 Installing Windows Server 2008SETTING FOR SOLVING PROBLEMSSet for collecting memory dump using the procedure described in Chapter 5.

Appendix EInstalling Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsThis section explains how to install the Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions.NOTICERead the followin

E-2 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsService Pack Which EXPRESSBUILDER SupportsThe NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD attached to the server supports

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-3About the System Partition SizeThe system partition size can be calculated from the following formul

E-4 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsINSTALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003 X64 EDITIONSPreparations for Installation NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-5Creating "Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition OEM-Disk forEXPRESSBUILDER"Before installing, cr

E-6 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsCreate from [Autorun Menu]This menu requires Microsoft Windows XP, Vista or Windows Server 2003(or l

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-7Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Clean InstallationThis section explains how to perform a clean inst

E-8 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions 7. Select the [Intel(R) ICH10R SATA AHCI Controller] and press Enter.The screen of Step 5 is displ

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-9 11. When the following message is shown, press Enter to start "Welcome to Setup".IMPORTA

2-20 General DescriptionRemote Management FeatureServer management is concentrated in the Remote Management Controller (RMC). The RMC andassociated c

E-10 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsUpdating the System - Applying Service Pack -Update the system in the situation below: CPU is expan

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-11Application Process of the Hotfix (KB921411)Apply the "Hotfix (KB921411)" before execute

E-12 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions 5. When the following message is displayed, make sure to click [Finish] to restart thesystem.With t

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-13Application Process of "Updating the System""Updating the System" applies the d

E-14 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions 5. When the following message appears, "Updating the System" was finished.When you apply

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-15 8. When the following message appears, click [Yes] to restart the system.The system has been upda

E-16 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsRecovery ProcessIf "Updating the System" is executed before the application of the "Ho

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-17DRIVER INSTALLATION AND ADVANCED SETTINGSThis section describes on how to install and setup various

E-18 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions 4. Click [Next]. 5. Choose "I accept the terms in the license agreement" and click [Next

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-19Network DriverSpecify the details of network driver.One standard network driver that is mounted wil

General Description 2-21Degradation FeatureThe degradation feature automatically isolates a failed DIMM or processor to assure continuousoperation of

E-20 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsOptional Network Board DriverFor utilize an optional Network Board (N8104-111/112/119/120/121/122/125

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-21Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is a featu

E-22 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions 8. Click [TEAM: "Team name"] from [Device manager] → [Network adapters] to modifythe team

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-23Setting WOLRefer to the following procedure to enable WOL.When PROSet is not installed 1. Start De

E-24 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsWhen PROSet is installed 1. Start Device Manager. 2. Point to [Network adapters] and double click [

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-25Graphics Accelerator DriverIf you utilize standard graphics accelerator drivers, update your system

E-26 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsInstalling RAID Controller Driver (N8103-115)The installation procedure depends on your environment.F

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions E-27About Windows ActivationWindows Server 2003 x64 Editions must be activated before you can use Windo

E-28 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsThe following screen is displayed. 3. Process "Windows activation" according to the foll

Appendix FInstalling Windows Server 2003This section explains how to install the Windows Server 2003.BEFORE INSTALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003Read the fol

2-22 General DescriptionSystem SecurityTo help prevent unauthorized entry or use of the system, the system includes a full lockable frontbezel and Se

F-2 Installing Windows Server 2003Service Pack Which EXPRESSBUILDER SupportsThe NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD attached to the server supports following co

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-3About Removable MediaDo not set removable media, such as DAT, into the device mounted on your server during the O

F-4 Installing Windows Server 2003About the System Partition SizeThe system partition size can be calculated from the following formula.Size necess

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-5Dividing into the partition of the recommended size into multiple disks as written below will solveproblem that i

F-6 Installing Windows Server 2003INSTALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003Preparations for Installation NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD Microsoft Windows Server 2

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-7Creating "Windows Server 2003 OEM-Disk for EXPRESSBUILDER"Before installing, create Windows Server 2003

F-8 Installing Windows Server 2003Create from [Autorun Menu]This menu requires Microsoft Windows XP, Vista or Windows Server 2003 (or later).You ca

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-9Windows Server 2003 Clean InstallationThis section explains how to perform a clean installation of Windows Server

F-10 Installing Windows Server 2003 7. Select the [Intel(R) ICH10R SATA AHCI Controller] and press Enter.The screen of Step 5 is displayed.– If t

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-11 11. <If the SCSI Controller N8103-95 is connected>Press S.The screen of Step 6 is displayed. Press Enter

General Description 2-23Notes on Using Power Control FeaturePower consumption of the server can be controlled through command line interface ofEXPRES

F-12 Installing Windows Server 2003 15. When Windows Server 2003 R2 has been installed, the [Windows Setup] screen will bedisplayed after logged o

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-13Procedure for License AuthenticationProduct Key used in the procedure for license authentication should be matched

F-14 Installing Windows Server 2003Application Process of the Hotfix (KB921411)Apply the "Hotfix (KB921411)" before execute "Updatin

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-15 5. When the following message is displayed, make sure to click [Finish] to restart thesystem.With that, applicat

F-16 Installing Windows Server 2003Application Process of "Updating the System""Updating the System" applies the drivers necess

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-17 5. When the following message appears, "Updating the System" was finished.When you apply Service Pack:

F-18 Installing Windows Server 2003 8. When the following message appears, click [Yes] to restart the system.The system has been updated.

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-19Recovery ProcessIf "Updating the System" is executed before the application of the "Hotfix for Wind

F-20 Installing Windows Server 2003DRIVER INSTALLATION AND ADVANCED SETTINGSThis section describes on how to install and setup various standard dri

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-21Network DriverSpecify the details of network driver.One standard network driver that is mounted will be installed

2-24 General DescriptionNotes on Using Windows Server 2008The following event will be logged in Event Viewer if power control feature is used on Wind

F-22 Installing Windows Server 2003Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)See Chapter 5, "Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Ad

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-23When PROSet is installed 1. Start Device Manager. 2. Point to [Network adapters] and double click [Intel(R) 8257

F-24 Installing Windows Server 2003Graphics Accelerator DriverIf you utilize standard graphics accelerator drivers, update your system with NECEXPR

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-25Installing RAID Controller Driver (N8103-115)The installation procedure depends on your environment.Follow steps b

F-26 Installing Windows Server 2003About Windows ActivationWindows Server 2003 must be activated before you can use Windows Server 2003.Windows act

Installing Windows Server 2003 F-27The following screen is displayed. 3. Process "Windows activation" according to the following message.

F-28 Installing Windows Server 2003The procedure to set PAE optionIf your 32-bit system has a memory capacity in excess of 4GB, setting PAE option

Appendix GUsing a Client Computer Which Has a CD DriveThe NEC EXPRESSBUILDER disk is DVD so that a client computer which you want to use formanaging t

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Appendix HProduct Configuration Record TableUse this table for information about setup and system environment change.HardwareMain UnitModel name Seria

General Description 2-25NEC EXPRESSBUILDERThe DVD of this server's accessories contains a setup utility called "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER".Th

H-2 Product Configuration Record TableMonitorType Model name Serial No.Date InstalledBackup DeviceSlot 1 Size Capacity Serial No.Model name Type numb

Product Configuration Record Table H-3SoftwareFirmware versionOS Name: Version:Application of RUR media  Apply Name: Version:File system  FAT  H

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2-26 General DescriptionNEC ESMPROThe NEC ESMPRO is server management software that runs on the OS. The NEC ESMPROincludes the NEC ESMPRO Manager for

General Description 2-27USING YOUR SERVERThis section describes basic operations of the server including how to use devices such as theoptical disk d

TrademarksNEC ESMPRO and NEC EXPRESSBUILDER are trademarks of NEC Corporation.Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks

2-28 General Description 3. Slide the front bezel to the left a little to remove the tab from the frame and then removethe front bezel from the serv

General Description 2-29POWER SwitchUse the POWER switch to turn on/off the server.Power OnPress the POWER switch on the front of the computer chassi

2-30 General DescriptionPOSTPOST (Power On Self-Test) is the self-diagnostic program stored in the system memory.When you power on the server, the sy

General Description 2-31POST Execution FlowThe following describes the progress of POST in the chronological order.IMPORTANT: Do not make key entri

2-32 General Description 4. <When 3.5-inch disk model server contains 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drive>If your server uses Onboard RAID Controlle

General Description 2-33POST Error MessagesWhen POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the display unit screen. See Chapter 8for POST

2-34 General DescriptionIdentification of Servers ~ UID Switch ~An "UID (Unit ID) LED" is provided on the front panel and rear panel. If mo

General Description 2-35Optical Disk DriveThe server is provided with the optical disk drive on its front to read data from a disc.CAUTIONObserve the

2-36 General Description 5. As shown in the figure below, hold the tray with a hand and press the disc with fingers ofanother hand to make the hole

General Description 2-37After taking out the disc, return the tray into the drive.When you fail to eject the tray with the Eject button and take out

iPREFACEWelcome to the NEC Express5800/R120a-1 server.The NEC Express5800 server holds powerful performance and employs the latest technology toimplem

2-38 General DescriptionNOTE: Use of the DiscKeep the following notes in mind to use the disc for the server: For the disk which does not conform t

Chapter 3Setting Up Your ServerThis chapter describes how to set up the server appropriate for your system, on a step-by-step basis.

3-2 Setting Up Your ServerSETUP FLOWFollow the flowchart below to set up the server.Selecting the server siteSelect a suitable site for the server an

Setting Up Your Server 3-3SELECTING SERVER SITETo use the server, install it on a standard EIA 19-inch rack assembly.Refer to the documentation att

3-4 Setting Up Your ServerDo not install the rack in the places listed below. Installing the rack or mounting the server on therack in such a place m

Setting Up Your Server 3-5INSTALLING THE SERVERThis subsection provides the instructions for installing the server into a rack cabinet. (Thissubsec

3-6 Setting Up Your ServerInstallationThis server can be installed in either the NEC rack or a third vendor's rack. Take the following stepsto i

Setting Up Your Server 3-7 2. While pushing the unlock button on the front of the server, hold the rails and slowly movethem toward the rear of th

3-8 Setting Up Your Server 5. While pushing the levers, move the removed rail assemblies toward the directionindicated by an arrow in the figure, to

Setting Up Your Server 3-9Installing Rail Assemblies 1. Insert the square projection of the rail assembly into the angle hole on the 19-inch rackun

iiABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDEThis User's Guide is a guide for proper setup and use of the server.This User's Guide also covers useful proce

3-10 Setting Up Your ServerInstalling the ServerCAUTIONObserve the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to followthese instruc

Setting Up Your Server 3-11 2. At least two persons are required to install the server. Securely hold the server and installit in the rack.Firmly

3-12 Setting Up Your ServerIMPORTANT: Be very careful not to get your finger caught in the levers or rails. Insert both sides of inner rails stra

Setting Up Your Server 3-13Installing the Front Bezel 1. Install the front bezel so that the left tab on the front bezel engages with the chassis f

3-14 Setting Up Your ServerRemovalRemoving the ServerRemove the server from the rack in the following procedure.CAUTIONObserve the following instruct

Setting Up Your Server 3-15 4. While pushing the left and the right unlock buttons on the front of the server, pull out theserver from the rack sl

3-16 Setting Up Your ServerRemoving Rail AssembliesRemove the rail assembly from the 19-inch rack in the following procedure.CAUTIONObserve the follo

Setting Up Your Server 3-17 4. Unlock the rail assembly.Unlock the rail assembly by applying force to the tool in the direction shown by an arrow.

3-18 Setting Up Your ServerCONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICESConnect peripheral devices to the server. The server is provided with connectors for wide var

Setting Up Your Server 3-19KeyboardMouseHub / switching hub*1 Connect the power cord to a circuit breaker of 15 A or less.*2 The display unit can b

iiiAppendix C IRQ and I/O Port Addressprovides a list of factory-set IRQs and I/O port addresses assigned.Appendix D Installing Windows Server 200

3-20 Setting Up Your ServerCONNECTING POWER CORDConnect the provided power cord to the server.WARNINGObserve the following instructions to use the se

Setting Up Your Server 3-21To connect the power cord from the server to an uninterruptive power supply (UPS), use serviceoutlets on the rear of the

3-22 Setting Up Your ServerTURNING ON THE SERVERPower on your system as follows. 1. Make sure all external devices, such as a video display, keyboar

Setting Up Your Server 3-23INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEMSee Chapter 5 for installing the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 operating systems.To install t

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Chapter 4Configuring Your ServerConfiguration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration. You can configureyour system, as well

4-2 Configuring Your ServerStarting SETUP UtilityPowering on the server starts POST (Power On Self-Test) and displays its check results. If the NEClo

Configuring Your Server 4-3Description on On-Screen Items and Key UsageUse the following keyboard keys to work with the SETUP utility. (Key functio

4-4 Configuring Your ServerMenu and Parameter DescriptionsThe SETUP utility has the following six major menus: Main Advanced Security Server

Configuring Your Server 4-5MainOption Parameter Description Your SettingSystem Time HH:MM:SS Set the system time.System Date MM/DD/YYYY Set the sys