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NEC EXPRESS5800/100 User's Manual

1. Factory set IMPORTANT Check and adjust the system clock before the operation if any of the following conditions is applicable m After carriage of device m After storage of device m After the device is entered into the pause state under the environmental condition enduring device operation temperature 10 C 40 C humidity 20 80 Check the system clock at the rough rate of once per month When the system clock is installed in a system requiring high time precision it is recommended to use a time server NTP server If the system clock is remarkably delayed or advanced as the passage of time in spite of adjustment contact your service representative for maintenance Configuring Your Modular Server 4 9 Processor Settings Submenu Your Setting Indicates the clock speed of the processor Processor CPUID En A Indicates the processor ID PA Indicates the L2 cache of processor MN View only HyperThreading Disabled With this feature a single physical Technology Enabled processor can work as two logical processors This menu appears only when the processor supports this Processor Speed Setting Processor L2 Cache feature Execute Disable Bit Disabled Specify whether HW DEP feature on Enabled OS is enabled or disabled This menu appears only when the processor supports this feature Intel SpeedStep R Disabled Specify whether Enhanced Intel Technology Enabled SpeedStep R Technology feature
2. Is BIOS configuration correct gt Some devices connected to the serial or USB port may require I O port address or operation mode settings Refer to the manual that comes with the board for details to make correct settings lt Menu to check Advanced Peripheral Configuration Server Console Redirection gt The keyboard or mouse fails to operate Q Is BIOS configuration correct The keyboard and mouse may be disabled with the BIOS SETUP utility of the modular server Check the settings with the BIOS SETUP utility lt Menus to check Advanced Peripheral Configuration Advanced NumLock gt Did you install drivers for keyboard and mouse Refer to the manual that comes with your OS to check that the keyboard and mouse drivers are installed These drivers are installed along with the OS Some OS s allow you to change the keyboard and mouse settings Refer to manual that comes with your OS to check that the keyboard and mouse settings are correct Is the system used in the status that Windows Server 2003 or Linux 1s not running In the following states with the use of USB keyboard and USB floppy disk drive conduct key entries when the access lamp on the USB floppy disk drive is off or the floppy disk 1s not accessed Press F6 S and Enter in installation by using the Windows Setup Disk Start of ROM DOS Startup FD for command input 7 30 Troubleshooting Fail
3. Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative Troubleshooting 7 7 On screen error message Recommended action 0B74 The error occurred during 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the voltage sensor reading modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 2 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 3 Power off the m
4. 12V voltage warning upper limit was detected 1 2Vsb voltage warning lower limit was detected BB 1 2vsb Alm 07 1 2Vsb voltage warning upper limit was detected BB 3 3vsb Alm 00 3 3Vsb voltage warning lower limit was detected BB 3 3vsb Alm 07 3 3Vsb voltage warning upper limit was detected 7 26 Troubleshooting On screen bene Description Action message Proc 1 05v Alm 00 1 05V voltage warning lower limit was detected on processor 1 05V voltage warning upper limit was detected on processor A core voltage warning lower limit was detected on processor A core voltage warning upper limit was detected on processor Proc 1 05v Alm 07 Proc Core Alm 00 Proc Core Alm 07 1 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server Check installation status of the heat sink of the modular server If the same error pe
5. TeDoLi TEst 8 Diagnosis On Linux Ver001 00 Ge 1020901 1 1m Test End Test result Start 10 06 58 End 10 09 58 Pass 000 03 00 TestTime 000 03 00 Test End NormalEnd 03 AbnormalEnd OO ForceEnd OO lt System gt 16 count NormalEnd CACHE Cache 49 count NormalEnd lt SCSI gt HDD_02 000 DK32DJ 36W 89 count NormalEnd Enter Detail Information ESC Return to Enduser Menu Guide line Test summary window Diagnostics tool title Shows the name and version of the diagnostic tool Test window title Shows the progress of the diagnostics Test End is displayed when the diagnostics completes Test result Shows the start end and elapsed time and completion status of the diagnostics Guide line Shows the details of the keys to operate window Test summary window Shows the results of each test that executed the diagnostics Move the cursor and press the Enter key on the cursor line to display the details of the test When an error is detected by the system diagnostics the relevant test result in the Test summary window is highlighted in red and Abnormal End is displayed in the result on the right side Move the cursor to the test that detected the error and press the Enter key Record the error message that has been output to the Detail Information screen and contact your service representative 6 6 Maintenance 7 Follow the guide line shown at the bottom of the screen and press the Esc key The
6. To check the installed CPU status Select Main Processor Settings and check the status indications Keyboard To set Numlock feature Select Advanced NumLock On Off default 4 6 Configuring Your Modular Server Security To set passwords on the BIOS level Select Security Set Supervisor Password and enter a password Set Supervisor password first then User password To enable disable the POWER SLEEP switch feature Select Security Power Switch Inhibit Disabled POWER SLEEP switch is enabled Select Security Power Switch Inhibit Enabled POWER SLEEP switch 1s disabled To set this 1tem the Supervisor and User passwords must have been set IMPORTANT Even if Power Switch Inhibit is set to Enabled the forced shutdown see Chapter 7 is still available External Devices To set up external devices Select Advanced Peripheral Configuration and set up each device Internal Devices To set up LAN controller of the modular server Select Advanced PCI Configuration Onboard NIC and set up each device To clear the hardware configuration data after installing removing internal devices Select Advanced Reset Configuration Data Yes and reboot the system Saving the Configuration Data To save the BIOS configuration data Select Exit Exit Saving Changes or Save Changes To discard changes to the BIOS configur
7. Notes on Using Your Modular Server 1 5 FOR PROPER OPERATION Observe the following notes for successful operation of the equipment Use of the equipment ignoring the notes will cause malfunctions or failures of the equipment Modular server m The modular server assembly must be installed in the Module Enclosure m Install or remove modular servers one by one m Hold the portions covered with metal plates when a modular server is installed or removed To carry a modular server put it into the case in which the modular server was contained at the purchase and pack it into the package m The modular server is extremely sensitive to static electricity Make sure to touch the metal frame of the equipment to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the modular server Do not touch the modular server terminals or on board parts by a bare hand and place the modular server directly on the desk m Check and adjust the system clock before the operation if any of the following conditions is applicable After carriage of modular server After storage of modular server After the modular serveris entered into the pause state under the environmental condition enduring device operation temperature 10 to 40 C humidity 20 to 80 Check the system clock at the rough rate of once per month When the system clock is installed in a system requiring high time precision it is recommended to use a time server NTP serve
8. Secure the hard disk drive bracket to the modular server with four screws 8 14 Upgrading Your Modular Server This page is intentionally left blank Appendix A Specifications tem fc NEG Express 200 61106 M CPU Type Intel Atom processor N450 Standard 1 Intel 82801HBM one Required option DR2 667 SO DIMM O D 2 Hard disk drive Standard 500GB Auxiliary input Option USB Option USB 1000Base T x 2 SUV connector to be connected to the front panel serial x1 VGAx1 USBx2 x1 External dimensions mm 119 4 H x 453 5 D x 22 1 W Weight 1 0 kg Power supply 12Vdc supplied from the Module Enclosure Power consumption 12Vdc 27 W Environmental 10 to 40 C requirements Humidity 20 to 80 RH no condensation Q o 3 D O Z ZIZ JININ 282 19 D g A 2 Specifications This page is intentionally left blank Appendix B Using a Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER 1s stored in DVD If you want to install the management software of NEC EXPRESSBUILDER to the client computer that has no DVD drive make a CD R from EXPRESSBUILDER DVD according to the following steps NOTE This procedure can copy only one CD at the purpose of installing the management software to the client computer Insert the EXPRESSBUILDER DVD into the computer which has a DVD drive If Autorun menu appears close the menu Run Explorer and c
9. Select Tool menu English System Management Or select Tool menu English Maintenance Utility System Management Features of System Management The System Management provides the following features m Display of firmware management information Displays information on the BMC Baseboard Management Controller m Setting of System Management Sets notification function using the BMC and remote control function from the management PC and performs notification test m Initialization of BMC Restores the default setting of BMC For more information see the online help 7 42 Troubleshooting RESETTING THE MODULAR SERVER This section describes how to reset the modular server when the modular server halts or when you want to restore the factory set BIOS configuration IMPORTANT Resetting the modular server clears the DIMM memory and the data in process To reset the modular server when it is not frozen make sure that no processing 1s in progress Software Reset If the modular server halts before starting the OS press and hold Ctrl and Alt and press Delete This restarts the modular server FORCED SHUTDOWN Use this function when an OS command does not shutdown the modular server the POWER SLEEP switch does not turn off the modular server or resetting does not work Press and hold the POWER SLEEP switch on the modular server for at least four seconds The power is forcibly turned off To turn on
10. You have good working posture as described in the above when no part of your body is under excess strain in other words when your muscles are most relaxed You have bad posture when you sit with your back hunched up or you operate a display unit with your face close to the screen Bad working posture may cause eye strain or poor eyesight Adjustment of Display Unit Angles Most display units are designed for adjustment of the horizontal and vertical angles This adjustment is important to prevent the screen from reflecting bright lights and to make the display contents easy to see You S a wid will not be able to keep good working posture and you will feel more tired than you should if you operate a display unit without adjusting horizontal and vertical angles Adjustment of Screen Brightness and Contrast The display unit has brightness and contrast adjustment functions The most suitable brightness and contrast depend on the individual and the working environment well lighted room or insufficient light Adjust brightness and contrast so that the screen will be easy to see An extremely bright or dark screen will give a bad effect to your eyes Adjustment of Keyboard Angle The keyboard provided with the modular server is designed for adjustment of an angle Adjust the keyboard angle at which the keyboard is easy to operate The adjustment assists in reducing strain on your shoulders arms and fingers A eS
11. message Prepare To Boot POST completes This is not an error normally When STATUS lamp is off message 1 Take one of the following measures to detected on chipset reboot reset the modular server detected on LAN1 device Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of detected on LAN2 device EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC PCI Bus PERR 01 A system error was ESMPRO Manager SA A 2 Take one of the following measures to power PCI Bus PERR 07 A system error was off the modular server and then on detected on LAN1 device Power off the modular server from OS PCI Bus PERR 09 A system error was then press the POWER SLEEP switch to detected on LAN2 device power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 3 If the same error persists contact your service representative Troubleshooting 7 15 Messages displayed on lower line When STATUS lamp is off On screen ie Description Action message SMI Timeout A timeout error occurred Take one of the following measures to during system reboot reset the modular server management interrupt Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Powe
12. BB 3 3vsb Alm 09 3 3Vsb voltage alarm upper limit occurred Troubleshooting 7 21 On screen oe as Description Action message Proc 1 05v Alm 02 Proc 1 05v Alm 09 Proc Core Alm 02 Proc Core Alm 09 1 05V voltage alarm lower limit occurred on processor 1 05V voltage alarm upper limit occurred on processor A core voltage alarm lower limit was detected in processor A core voltage alarm upper limit was detected in processor 1 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server Check installation status of the heat sink of the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative Proc Missing No processor is installed Contact your service representative 7 22 Troubleshooting When STATUS lamp is blinking in amber On screen da Description Action message System FAN2R Alm A w
13. Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive describes how to install the management software of EXPRESSBUILDER to the client computer without the DVD drive Text Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this User s Guide For safety symbols see SAFETY INDICATIONS provided earlier IMPORTANT Items that are mandatory or require attention when using the modular server NOTE Helpful and convenient piece of information IN THE PACKAGE The carton contains various accessories as well as the modular server itself See the packing list to make sure that you have everything and that individual components are not damaged If you find any component missing or damaged contact your service representative m Store the provided accessories in a designated place for your convenience You will need them to install an optional device or troubleshoot the modular server as well as to set it up m Make a backup copy of each provided floppy disk if any Store the original disk as the master disk in a designated place and use its copy Improper use of any provided floppy disk or DVD CD ROM may alter your system environment If you find anything unclear immediately ask your service representative for help HARD DISK DRIVE The term hard disk drive described in this User s Guide represents the following two drives unless otherwise specified m Hard disk drive HDD m Solid state drive SSD CONTENTS O 1 AAA mn ctetemm
14. ERROR MESSAGES If an error occurs in the modular server an error message appears POST Error Messages Powering on the modular server automatically starts the self diagnostic program POST Power On Self Test When the POST detects any error 1t displays an error message and 1ts measure on the display unit Follow the table below to troubleshoot such errors IMPORTANT Take a note on the messages and beep patterns displayed before consulting with your service representative Alarm messages are useful information for maintenance NOTES m The POST error messages listed below are for modular server itself m The POST error message contains POST error code For example 8100 represents the error code in the message 8100 Memory Error detected in DIMM 1 On screen error message Recommended action 0200 Failure Fixed Disk Contact your service representative 0230 System RAM Failed 0231 Shadow RAM Failed 0232 Extend RAM Failed 2 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular 3 Check installation status of DIMMs 4 Replace the DIMM 5 If the same error persists contact your service representative 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then
15. Initialization of BMC takes about 5 seconds after AC power is supplied to the modular server After installing the modular server to Module Enclosure wait for about 5 seconds or longer then turn on the power of Module Enclosure by using the POWER SLEEP switch The remote power on through network does not work Wake On LAN does not work LI Is the system shut down forcibly After the forced shutdown or pressing the POWER SLEEP switch on the modular server for 4 seconds or longer brings the power of the modular server to be turned off forcibly Wake On LAN does not work Restart the modular server perform the normal shutdown processing 7 28 Troubleshooting Fail to power off LJ Is the POWER switch function disabled Restart the modular server and then run the BIOS SETUP utility lt Menus to check Security Power Switch Inhibit gt The modular server unexpectedly turned off or shutdown LJ Is any temperature alarm or warning detected The modular server shuts down when temperature alarm or warning is detected Use the modular server in an appropriate operating environment POST fails to complete LJ Is DIMM installed properly POST does not operate if DIMM is not installed properly LJ Is the keyboard or mouse manipulated just after starting a modular server If you manipulate the keyboard or mouse just after POST is started POST may detect an error of the keyboard controller by mistake to h
16. Issue an OS command console BMC Busy Press Ctrl Alt Del OB8E Could not redirect the Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager OB8F Could not redirect the Take one of the following measures to power off the modular console BMC Parameter server and then on Error Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server 4 If the same error persists contact your service representative Troubleshooting 7 9 On screen error message Recommended action OB90 BMC Platform Information 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the Area Corrupted modular server 0B91 BMC update firmware Issue an OS command corrupted Press Ctrl Alt Del 0B92 Internal Use Area of BMC Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE FRU corrupted Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 0B93 BMC SDR Repository 2 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular empty server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER
17. SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 3 Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative 0B94 IPMB signal lines do not Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the respond modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative 7 10 Troubleshooting Recommended action OB95 BMC FRU devi
18. User Password Clear Indicates the user password setting status Set view only Supervisor Clear Indicates the supervisor password setting Password Is Set status view only Set User Up to 7 Press Enter to display the user password Password alphanumeric entry screen With a user password characters accessible SETUP menus are restricted This option is available only when you log into the SETUP utility with the password Supervisor Set Supervisor Up to 7 Press Enter to display the supervisor Password alphanumeric password entry screen With the supervisor characters password all SETUP menus are available for access This option is available only when you log into the SETUP utility with the password Supervisor Password on Disabled Specify whether to request a user password boot Enabled entry at boot up User password must be set beforehand If the supervisor password is set and this option is disabled BIOS determines that a user is booting Power Switch Disabled Specify whether the POWER SLEEP switch Inhibit Enabled of the modular server is enabled or disabled If Enabled the POWER SLEEP switch cannot be used to power off the modular server The forced shutdown by pressing the POWER SLEEP switch for 4 seconds or longer is available Disable USB Disabled Specify whether the USB ports are enabled or Ports Front disabled Internal Front Internal Factory set 4 16 Configuring Y
19. and events to determine a maintenance part BIOS Setup Viewer Use this menu to export the current configuration data stored in SETUP utility to a text file System Information Viewer Use this menu to view information on the processor and the BIOS and export it to a text file System Information Management Use this menu to make a back up copy of your data Without the backup data the system specific information and or configuration may not be restored NOTES m For how to make a backup copy of your data see Chapter 2 m Only the authorized personnel is allowed to restore the backup data System Management Use this menu to set parameters of BMC Baseboard Management Controller for remote control and alert 7 38 Troubleshooting m BIOS FW Updating Use this menu to update the software module such as BIOS and firmware of the modular server IMPORTANT Do not turn off the modular server while the update program is running If the update processing is discontinued the system becomes unable to start m ROM DOS startup FD Use this menu to create a support disk for starting the ROM DOS system m Test and Diagnostics Use this menu to perform various tests on the modular server system to check if the modular server functions are normal and if the connection between the modular server and additional board is normal After the Test and Diagnostics is executed a system check program assigned to each model
20. appears on the display unit 2 10 General Description POST Execution Flow The following describes the progress of POST in the chronological order IMPORTANT Do not make unnecessary key entries or perform mouse operations while POST 1s in progress 1 After a few seconds from power on POST starts checking the memory The count message of the memory appears on the screen of the display unit if connected It may take approximately one minute for the screen display to appear after rebooting the modular server 2 Some messages appear upon completion of the memory check These messages appear to indicate that the system has detected the CPU and other devices installed 3 After a few seconds POST displays the following message prompting you to launch the BIOS SETUP utility stored in the system memory of the modular server This message appears at bottom left on the screen Press lt F2 gt to enter SETUP Launch the BIOS SETUP utility when you need to change the settings to meet the requirements for the modular server Unless the above message is displayed with an error message you don t have to launch the utility Ignore the message POST will automatically proceed To launch the SETUP utility press F2 while the above message is displayed See Chapter 4 for setup and parameters The modular server automatically restarts POST all over again when you exit the SETUP utility 4 Ifyou have set the password using the BIOS
21. caused Indicates a mandatory action that cannot be specifically identified Make sure to follow the instruction NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense BSMI Statement Sots jae FRAN AVE EE EMER EA p gt BRE Se NA gt AAA P gt ENFERME RENTAR e CE Statement Warning This 1s a Class A product In domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures EN55022 Trademarks NEC ESMPRO NEC EXPRESSBUILDER and EXPRESSSCOPE are registered trademarks of NEC Corporation Microsoft Windows Windows Server Windows NT and MS DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries Intel Penttum and Xeon are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation ROM DOS and Datalight are registered trade
22. date and time before running the system Link with Management Software To control power supply of the modular server with NEC ESMPRO Manager via the network Select Advanced Advanced Chipset Control Wake On LAN PME Enabled Boot To change the boot order of devices connected to the modular server Select Boot and specify the boot order To display POST check results Select Advanced Boot time Diagnostic Screen Enabled You can also press Esc while the NEC logo is on the screen to display POST check results To use remote wake up feature m Via Modem Select Advanced Advanced Chipset Control Wake on Ring Enabled m Via LAN Select Advanced Advanced Chipset Control Wake on LAN PME Enabled m Via RTC alarm Select Advanced Advanced Chipset Control Wake on RTC Alarm Enabled To control from the HW console Select Server Console Redirection and set each item Configuring Your Modular Server 4 5 Memory To check the installed memory DIMM status Select Advanced Memory Configuration DIMM Status and check the status indications To clear the memory DIMM error information Select Advanced Memory Configuration Memory Retest Yes and reboot the system The on screen DIMM numbers and socket locations on the mother board are associated as shown in the figure below DIMM 2 DIMM 1 CPU
23. hard disk drive no data is written into the disk Startup and Exit of System Diagnostics There are two ways to diagnose the modular server to use the local console SUV cable of the modular server itself and to use the management PC via serial port remote console IMPORTANT Two methods of LAN and the serial port are mentioned in MAINTENANCE TOOLS in the way of communicating in remote console Use the serial port to execute System Diagnostics with remote console The LAN connection is not for System Diagnostics Procedures to start the diagnostics program are as follows 1 Shutdown the system and power off the modular server 2 Power off the switch kit to which the target modular server is connected or disable the LAN port on the switch kit to disconnect the target modular server from the system 3 Power on the modular server 4 Use the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD to start the system 5 Select Tool menu Normal mode when local console of the modular server is used for or select Tool menu Redirection mode when remote console is used for NOTE If the system displays the Language selection menu select English Maintenance 6 5 Select Test and diagnostics Select End User Mode and the system diagnostics starts The diagnostics will be completed in approximately three minutes When the diagnostics is completed the screen of the display changes as shown below Diagnostics tool title Test window title
24. on PERR Enabled Assert NMI on SERR Enabled FRB 2 Policy Retry 3 Times Boot Monitoring Disabled Thermal Sensor Enabled menu Post Error Pause AC LINK Last Sthtel Power ON Delay Time Platform Event Filtering F1 Help Select Item Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Esc Exit F Select Menu Enter Select gt Sub Menu F10 Save and Exit Explanation of key functions Parameter high lights upon selection menu Cursor Cursor gt and Enter Esc F1 F9 F10 Selects an item on the screen The highlighted item is currently selected Selects the Main Advanced Security Server Boot or Exit menu Changes the value parameter of the selected item When a submenu option an option preceded by is selected these keys are disabled Press Enter to select determine parameter values Displays the previous screen Press F1 when you need help on SETUP operations The help screen for SETUP operations appears Press Esc to return to the previous screen Sets the parameter of the currently displayed item back to the default may differ from the factory set parameter Save and exit the SETUP utility 4 4 Configuring Your Modular Server Configuration Examples The following describes examples of configuration required to use software link features or for system operations Date and Time To change system date or time Select Main System Time and System Date Set the correct
25. the power back again wait for approximately 5 seconds after turning off the power Z m A oO oo O J DOOOOOOOoOoOoOC IO POWER SLEEP switch OOOO00000000C OO OO OO 00 OO OO OO OO OO OO oo OO oOo 30 IMPORTANT If the remote power on feature is used cycle the power once to load the OS and turn off the power again in the normal way Troubleshooting 7 43 CLEARING CMOS DATA AND PASSWORD With the pre installed SETUP utility you can set desired passwords to protect the data stored in the modular server against access from unauthorized users When you forget the passwords however you may want to clear them The following describes how to clear these passwords You can also use the following procedure to clear the CMOS data in the modular server IMPORTANT m Clearing the CMOS data resumes the factory set configuration data m Use the clip over jumper pins pins 1 and 2 on the modular server m Place the clip over the jumper pins 1 and 2 after use to keep the pin Placing the clip over any other pins may cause malfunction of the modular server m Do not change any other switch settings Any change may cause the modular server to fail or malfunction m Do not lose the clip To clear passwords or the CMOS data use the jumper switch on the modular server The following describe the clearing procedure Observe the following instructions to use the equipment safely Failure to follow these inst
26. then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative 7 24 Troubleshooting On screen bene Description Action message VBAT Alm 00 A voltage warning lower limit was detected on lithium battery A voltage warning upper limit was detected on lithium battery VBAT Alm 07 1 Power off the modular server by issuing an Check installation status of the lithium If the same error persists contact your Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn o
27. thermal error in processor Action 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing a command from OS or pressing the POWER SLEEP switch Remove the modular server from Module Enclosure then install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative Take one of the following measures to power on the modular server and then on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Check if fans in Module Enclosure work normally Refer to the User s Guide of the Module Enclosure to make sure that the sufficient number of fans are installed in correct locations Check if the fans and modular servers are installed in correct locations Check if the ambient temperature of install
28. you in finding information quickly this User s Guide contains the following information Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Modular Server includes information that needs attention to use the modular server Make sure to read this chapter before setting up and using the modular server It also includes requirements and advisory information for transfer and disposal of the modular server Chapter 2 General Description includes information necessary to use the modular server such as names and functions of its components Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Modular Server tells you how to setup the modular server make cable connections and power on your system Chapter 4 Configuring Your Modular Server tells you how to configure the system and provides instructions for running the BIOS Setup Utility Chapter 5 Installing and Using Utilities describes how to install the utilities for the modular server It also includes a description on using the attached NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD Chapter6 Maintenance provides you with all the information necessary to maintain successful operation of the modular server Chapter 7 Troubleshooting contains helpful information for solving problems that might occur with your system Chapter 8 Upgrading Your Modular Server provides you with instructions for upgrading your system with an optional memory and hard disk drives Appendix A Specification provides specifications for your modular server Appendix B Using a
29. 1 LAN Controller 2 Enabled Specify whether the LAN controller 2 is Disabled enabled or disabled LAN 2 Option ROM Enabled Specify whether the extraction of BIOS Scan Disabled of LAN controller 2 is enabled or disabled PXE iSCSI Select PXE Specify the ROM to be extracted for SCSI LAN controller 2 Factory set IMPORTANT Specifying iSCSI for PXE iSCSI Select of LAN Controller 1 and PXE for PXE SCSI Select of LAN Controller 2 causes the shortage of area to expand the ROM To avoid an incorrect system operation do not set these parameters in such a way Configuring Your Modular Server 4 13 Peripheral Configuration Submenu IMPORTANT Make sure to avoid any conflict in the interrupt requests or the base I O addresses If an assigned value is already used by another resource it appears in yellow Any yellow value must be re assigned Option Parameter Your Setting Serial Port B Disabled Specify whether serial port B is Enabled enabled or disabled Base l O Address Specify the base I O address for serial port B Interrupt IRQ 3 Specify the interrupt request IRQ 4 IRQ for serial port B USB 2 0 Controller Disabled Specify whether the USB 2 0 an Enabled controller is enabled or disabled Serial ATA Disabled Specify whether the onboard Enabled SATA controller is enabled or disabled SATA AHCI Disabled The AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface is always disabled on this s
30. Cleaning of Equipment Clean equipment regularly It is difficult to see the display contents on a dusty screen Keeping equipment clean is also important for your sight Fatigue and Rest If you feel tired you should stop working and do light exercises Chapter 2 General Description This chapter provides information that you should be familiar with before using the modular server It includes names and features of the components and features of the modular server 2 2 General Description STANDARD FEATURES High performance m High performance and low power Intel Atom Processor N450 mM High speed 1000BASE T interface x 2 1Gbps supported mM High speed disk access Serial ATA2 Management Utilities NEC ESMPRO E Remote monitoring feature EXPRESSSCOPE engine Self diagnosis m Power On Self Test POST m Test and Diagnosis T amp D Maintenance Features m Off line Maintenance Utility Server optimized for data center With high density design up to 20 modular servers in 3U enclosure or 160 to 240 modular servers in 42U rack can be installed Operation at 40 C in environmental temperature is supported With low power Atom processor up to 240 modular servers can be installed in generic data center environment The optimum power distribution and the redundant power supply are supported by EcoPowerGateway centralized power management module conforming to 80 PLUS Gold Power optimiza
31. Continue Disabled Specify whether the console output Redirection after Enabled after completion of POST is enabled POST or disabled Remote Console Disabled Specify whether to enable or disable Reset Enabled resetting by Escape command Esc R sent from the remote console Factory set Configuring Your Modular Server 4 21 BMC LAN Configuration Submenu Option Parameter___ Description Your Setting Set to Disabled to use the management LAN port for management LAN When set to Enabled the LAN port 1 can be used for management LAN Shared BMC LAN Disabled Enabled LAN Connection Type Auto Negotiation 100Mbps Full Duplex 100Mbps Half Duplex 10Mbps Full Duplex 10Mbps Half Duplex a managemen bane OOo management LAN management LAN Default Variable Specify a default gateway for Gateway management LAN Disabled Enabled DHCP Web Interface Enabled Number Enabled Number Command Line Interface Telnet Clear BMC Configuration Disabled Enabled Telnet Port Variable Number SSH Disabled Enabled SSH Port Variable Specify the TCP port number to be Number used for SSH communication Enter while sharing with the standard LAN When set to Enabled the management LAN port is disabled Specify the connection type for management LAN port Set to Enabled to obtain an IP address from DHCP server automatically If you intend to specify an IP addr
32. EP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server 9 If the same error persists contact your service representative 7 18 Troubleshooting On screen message BB Temp2 Alm 02 BB Temp2 Alm 09 A high temperature alarm 2 is detected in base board BB Temp1 Alm 02 BB Temp1 Alm 09 Description Action A low temperature alarm ce is detected in base board A low temperature alarm is detected in base board A high temperature alarm 3 is detected in base board Check if fans in Module Enclosure work normally Refer to the User s Guide of the Module Enclosure to make sure that the sufficient number of fans are installed in correct locations Check if the fans and modular servers are installed in correct locations Check if the ambient temperature of installation location satisfies the operation guarantee condition Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Is
33. Enclosure 1way or power 1s supplied to the modular server While the POST progress screen appears the modular server runs the self diagnosis program POST to diagnose the modular server itself See POST described later for details At the completion of POST OS 1s booted NOTE Ifa fault is found during POST it is interrupted and the error message notifying the fault appears See Chapter 7 General Description 2 9 POST POST Power On Self Test is the self diagnostic program stored in the modular server When you power on the modular server the system automatically runs POST to check the mother board memory module CPU module keyboard and mouse POST also displays messages of the BIOS SETUP utility such as the start up message while in progress With the factory setup of the modular server the NEC logo appears on the display unit if connected while POST is in progress To display the POST check results press Esc NOTE You can set the POST check results to appear on the display unit without pressing Esc To do so select Enabled for Boot time Diagnostic Screen under the Advanced menu of the BIOS SETUP utility See Chapter 4 for details You don t always need to check the POST check results Check messages that POST displays when m you use the modular server for the first time m the modular server appears to fail m the modular server beeps for many times between power on and OS start up m an error message
34. Enduser Menu below 1s displayed TeDoLi TEst amp Diagnosis On Linux Ver001 00 Build020901 1 1m Enduser Menu lt Test Result gt lt Device List gt lt Log Info gt lt Option gt lt Reboot gt Please choose a function by the arrow key and push Enter key lt Test Result gt Shows the diagnostics completion screen of the above diagnostics lt Device List gt Shows a list of connected devices lt Log Info gt Shows the log information of the diagnostics Log information can be saved To save it connect a FAT formatted removable media and select lt Save F gt lt Option gt Optional features can be used from this menu lt Reboot gt Reboots the system 8 Select lt Reboot gt in the Enduser Menu above The modular server restarts and the system is started from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER 9 Exit the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER and remove the DVD from the optical disk drive 10 Power off the modular server 11 Reconnect LAN between the switch kit and the modular server that have been disconnected in Step 2 This completes the system diagnostics Maintenance 6 7 RELOCATING STORING THE SERVER Follow the procedure below to relocate or store the modular server hard disk drive and Module Enclosure A WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the equipment safely Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details Do no
35. Microsoft Internet Explorer File Edit View Favorites Tools Help AlertViewer NEC Empowered by Innovation 1 15 of15items 25 items y page AlertViewer Tools Search Environment Setting Linkage Service User Account About NEC ESMPRO Manager Help Group Chassis root gt ESM110RH root Remote Control esmpro Bl esm oru EOS Product Name Express5800 110Rh 1 N100 1336 Serial Number 7900152 GUID bb49780 568c 11dc 8001 001 a4dAbAGcb CPU Load Waming tal CPU Waming Recovered taj Local Polling Upper Waming Upward taj Local Polli er Fatal tal Information of server state constitution CPU Load Waming information of server state constitution File system free capacity Normal E Server Status Information CPU Waming Recovered a File system free capacity Weming E 0 System i OS Version Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard Edition El 1 0 Device Service Pack 2 Enctosure BIOS Version 1 0 0020 NEC ESMPRO Agent Version 4 23 CPU Load Waming File system free capacity Fatal CPU Waning Recovered Management Controller In CPU Error Recovered BMC FW Revision Rik fie Wi i system free capacity Waming Storage File System cl oad Ta Te Ta TA Td O 0 Dad O TA 0 o Da Ta DA Td CPU Load Waming Reload Columns Type CPU CPU User Defined User Defmed CPU File System CPU File System CPU File System CPU CPU File System CPU CPU Alert Log Auto Save Select All De
36. N controller can accept the link speed of 1Gbps 100Mbps or 10Mbps You can select a link speed from OS however do not use Auto Detect feature Specify the Link Speed amp Duplex value the same as the value specified for HUB If you use the Wake On LAN feature specify Auto for Link Speed amp Duplex 7 32 Troubleshooting Forgotten the login name password to use the remote management feature through Web browser If you have forgotten the login name or password restore the factory default including password by the following procedures IMPORTANT Restoring the factory default clears configuration data created by NEC ESMPRO Manager You need to save the configuration data before clearing password 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Start NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD from the modular server Select Tool menu Normal mode English Select System Management Select Initialize BMC Power off the modular server Remove the modular server from the Module Enclosure Wait for at least 5 seconds then install the modular server in the Module Enclosure Troubleshooting 7 33 Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER When the modular server is not booted from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD check the following LI Did you set the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER during POST and restart the modular server If you do not set the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER during POST and restart the modular server an error message will appear or the OS
37. NEC NEC Express5800 100 Series N8100 1635F NEC Express5800 E110b M User s Guide 1st Edition 7 2010 ONL 520 005 02 E110bM 100 00 1007 PROPRIETARY NOTICE AND LIABILITY DISCLAIMER The information disclosed in this document including all designs and related materials is the valuable property of NEC Corporation NEC and or its licensors NEC and or its licensors as appropriate reserve all patent copyright and other proprietary rights to this document including all design manufacturing reproduction use and sales rights thereto except to the extent said rights are expressly granted to others The NEC product s discussed in this document are warranted in accordance with the terms of the Warranty Statement accompanying each product However actual performance of each such product is dependent upon factors such as system configuration customer data and operator control Since implementation by customers of each product may vary the suitability of specific product configurations and applications must be determined by the customer and is not warranted by NEC To allow for design and specification improvements the information in this document is subject to change at any time without notice Reproduction of this document or portions thereof without prior written approval of NEC is prohibited First Printing July 2010 Copyright 2010 NEC Corporation 7 1 Shiba 5 Chome Minato Ku Tokyo 108 8001 Japan All Rights Reserved Printed
38. O O O POWER SLEEP Lamp The POWER SLEEP lamp lights green while the power of the modular server is on The lamp goes off while the modular server is off powered If the OS supports the power saving mode such as Windows pressing the POWER SLEEP switch blinks the POWER SLEEP lamp in green and places the server in the power saving mode Press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn out the POWER SLEEP lamp and place the server back in the normal mode The power saving mode is only available when the OS supports the power saving feature Some OS s allow you to set the server to automatically turn in the power saving mode when no access 1s made to the server for a certain period of time or to select the power saving mode with a command DISK Access Lamp The DISK Access lamp lights green while accessing the internal hard disk drive General Description 2 7 STATUS Lamp The STATUS lamp stays lit in green when the modular server is in successful operation When the STATUS lamp is lit or blinking in amber it indicates that the system has failed In addition you can view the detailed information on error message on virtual LCD when the STATUS lamp is lit or blinking in amber You can use the virtual LCD through the Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE engine BMC or NEC ESMPRO Manager See Chapter 7 for indications of the STATUS lamp and virtual LCD descriptions and actions to take NOTE If the modular server has the NEC ESMPRO installed you c
39. ROM regularly 1 Make sure that the equipment is powered the POWER SLEEP lamp is lit 2 Press the Eject button on the front of the optical disk drive The tray comes out 3 Hold the CD DVD ROM lightly and take it out from the tray NOTE Do not touch the signal side of the CD DVD ROM with your hand 4 Wipe the tray with a dry soft cloth IMPORTANT Do not wipe the lens of the optical disk drive Doing so may damage the lens and may cause a malfunction of the drive 5 Gently push on the tray front to close the tray 6 Wipe the signal side of the CD DVD ROM with a dry soft cloth IMPORTANT Wipe CD DVD ROMs from the center to the outside Use only CD DVD ROM cleaner if necessary Cleaning a CD DVD ROM with record spray cleaner benzene or thinner causes damage to the CD DVD ROM contents At worst inserting the CD DVD ROM into the optical disk drive may cause failure of the equipment 6 4 Maintenance SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS The System Diagnostics runs several tests on the modular server Select Tool menu Test and diagnostics in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER to diagnose the system Test Items The following items are tested in system diagnostics m Memory m CPU cache memory m Hard disk drive used as a system IMPORTANT When executing the system diagnostics make sure to disconnect the LAN cable Executing the system diagnostics with the LAN cable connected the network may be influenced NOTE On checking the
40. SETUP utility the password entry screen appears upon successful completion of POST Up to three password entries will be accepted Three incorrect password entries disable the system to boot In such a case turn off the power and wait about 5 seconds before turning on to boot the modular server IMPORTANT Do not set a password before installing an OS 5 The OS starts when POST completes General Description 2 11 POST Error Messages When POST detects an error it displays an error message on the screen See Chapter 7 for POST error codes If you have switched a console to check the POST error message cycle the power to make the keyboard available IMPORTANT Take a note on the messages displayed before consulting with your service representative Alarm messages are useful information for maintenance Power off of Modular Server Turn off the power in the following procedure 1 Shutdown OS 2 Press the POWER SLEEP switch on the modular server The POWER SLEEP lamp on the modular server goes off lt To power off the entire system gt Shutdown all the modular servers installed in the Module Enclosure Turn off the power of modular servers and turn off the DC output switch on the power unit EcoPowerGateway Refer to the EcoPowerGateway User s Guide for more information 2 12 General Description Device Identification To identify the device to be maintained among more than one device UID Unit ID lamp
41. The MAC addresses indicate the addresses specific for the network It is expressed by 12 digit alphanumeric Each of the modular server has two LAN MAC addresses and one BMC MAC address Check the MAC addresses before installing a modular server in the Module Enclosure The MAC addresses are indicated in the area as shown in the figure below Label indicating BMC MAC address Label indicating MAC addresses of LAN port 1 Label indicating MAC addresses of LAN port 2 The LAN MAC addresses can be checked from the proper OS command The BMC MAC address can be checked from the BIOS SETUP utility Installing DIMM Install DIMMs according to Chapter 8 Setting Up Your Modular Server 3 5 Installing the Hard Disk Drive Install a hard disk drive according to the procedure described in Chapter 8 IMPORTANT m The hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to static electricity Make sure to touch the metal frame of the modular server to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the hard disk drive Do not touch the pins leads or circuitry and place the hard disk drive directly on the desk For static notes see Anti static Measures in Chapter 8 m Handle the hard disk drive carefully so that the hard disk drive may not be given excess shocks and vibrations 3 6 Setting Up Your Modular Server INSTALLING THE MODULAR SERVER Install the modular server in the dedicated Module Enclosure Refer to the User s Guid
42. The message depends on the status of your modular server Pattern 1 Press lt F2 gt to enter SETUP Pattern 2 Press lt F2 gt to enter SETUP or lt F12 gt to Network Pattern 3 Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to enter Setup lt F12 gt to Network The message depending on the status of modular server Press F2 to start the SETUP utility and display its Main menu If you have set a password with the SETUP utility the password entry screen appears Enter the password Enter password Password entry 1s accepted up to three times If you fail to enter the correct password for three consecutive times the modular server halts You can no longer proceed Power off the modular server NOTE The modular server is provided with two levels of password Supervisor and User With the Supervisor password you can view and change all system parameters With the User password system parameters available for viewing and changing are limited Configuring Your Modular Server 4 3 Description on On Screen Items and Key Usage Use the following keyboard keys to work with the SETUP utility Key functions are also listed at the bottom of the screen Indicates the current menu Indicates Phoenix SecureCore tm Set there are se submenus Online help System Management Console Redirection BMC LAN Configuration Additional setup Event Log Configuration menus to view server management features Assert NMI
43. act your service representative 7 8 Troubleshooting OB83 BMC IBF or OBF check 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the failed modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 2 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 3 Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server 4 If the same error persists contact your service representative OB8A BMC SEL area full Run BIOS SETUP select Server Event Log Configuration Clear All Error Logs to clear the IPMI system event logs If the same error persists contact your service representative Note You can make a backup copy of IPMI system event logs through the Off line Maintenance Utility before clearing the IPMI system event logs on BIOS SETUP OB8B BMC progress check 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the timeout modular server OB8D Could not redirect the
44. again with its label side upward Is there any soil or crack on DVD CD ROM disk Make sure there 1s no soil due to fingerprint or others on the disk surface Also make sure that there is no crack on the disk surface Clean the disk surface if it is soiled If read out still fails set another disk of which data has been successfully read out to check if the drive can read the disk Is the DVD CD ROM disk in closed status Close the session or set the disk in closed status and try to read again The system does not restart automatically when an error occurs though the system is adjusted to automatic restarting When the system does not restart automatically restart it manually Cannot turn the power OFF at the blue screen If you want to turn off the power at the blue screen execute forced shutdown forced shutdown continue to press POWER SLEEP switch for 4 seconds The power will not be turned off if you press the switch for less than 3 seconds The modular server is not found on the network Q Is the LAN cable connected Make sure the LAN cable is properly connected Also make sure that the LAN cable to use conforms to the network interface standard Have the protocol and service already configured Install the distinctive network driver for the modular server Make sure that the protocol such as TCP IP and services are properly specified Is the transfer speed correct The internal LA
45. ages If the modular server is not started the DIMM may not be installed in the socket correctly Install the DIMM again 7 Run SETUP and select Advanced Memory Configuration to make sure that DIMM x Status x DIMM number shows Normal see Chapter 4 8 Set Advanced Reset Configuration Data in the Advanced menu to Yes This is required to update the hardware configuration information See Chapter 4 for details Upgrading Your Modular Server 8 9 Hard Disk Drive The modular server can contain only one 2 5 inch SATA hard disk drives IMPORTANT m The hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to static electricity Make sure to touch the metal frame of the cabinet to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the hard disk drive Do not touch the terminals and parts on the hard disk drive by a bare hand and place the hard disk drive directly on the desk For static notes see the section Anti static Measures described earlier m Do not use any hard disk drives not approved by NEC If an unapproved third party s hard disk drive is installed on the modular server not only the hard disk drive but also the modular server may be defected m Pay attention not to apply shock or vibration to the hard disk drive Do not push the surface of the hard disk drive when installing or removing the hard disk drive Doing so may cause a failure of the hard disk drive 8 10 Upgrading Your Modular Ser
46. alt the processing If this occurs run POST again Just after restarting POST do not perform any operation by using the keyboard or mouse until the BIOS start message appears LJ Are DIMMs available for modular servers installed NEC cannot secure the operation of any device other than those approved by NEC System Configuration Data Read Error appears and POST pauses LJ Did you perform any of the following operation Pressed the POWER SLEEP switch of the modular server to forcedly power off the modular server Removed the modular server from the Module Enclosure Contact your service representative The MAC address of the onboard LAN of the modular server is unknown You can find the MAC address by the label put near the edge of the modular server See Chapter 3 for details Troubleshooting 7 29 Fail to access to internal or external devices or such devices fail to operate a Are cables properly connected Make sure that the interface cables and power cord are properly connected Also make sure that the cables are connected in the correct order Is the power on order correct When the modular server has any external devices connected power on the external devices first then the modular server Did you install drivers for connected optional devices Some optional devices require specific device drivers Refer to the manual that comes with the device to install its driver
47. an view the System Event Log SEL to identify the cause of a trouble UID Unit ID Lamp Pressing the ID switch brings the lamp to light and pressing again brings the lamp to go off The ID lamp is intended to identify a specific modular server in the system in which more than one modular server 1s installed Making this lamp being lit can help the maintenance work to identify the faulty device If you press the ID switch the lamp goes on When the recognize command is received from management software such as NEC ESMPRO Manager the lamp blinks 2 8 General Description USING YOUR MODULAR SERVER This section describes the basic operation of the modular server Power on of Modular Server Follow steps below to power on the modular server 1 Power on the display unit and peripheral devices connected to the modular server 2 Press the POWER SLEEP switch on the front panel of the modular server The POWER SLEEP lamp on the modular server goes on green After a while POST Power On Self Test starts A m 300 A popoo0o0o000000c 100 POWER SLEEP switch POWER SLEEP switch OOOOO000000C J OD 00 OO 00 oo oo oo OO OO oo 00 oo O00 O IMPORTANT When the power is supplied to the modular server the initial diagnosis is executed for about 5 seconds In this period the POWER SLEEP switch is disabled Power on the modular server about 5 seconds immediately after you installed the modular server in the Module
48. arning was detected Refer to the User s Guide of the Module on the rear fan box 2 Enclosure to replace the fan unit System FAN2F Alm A warning was detected If the same error persists contact your on the front fan box 2 service representative System FAN1R Alm A warning was detected on the rear fan box 1 System FAN1F Alm Awarning was detected on the front fan box 1 Proc Temp Alm 00 A low temperature Check if fans in Module Enclosure work warning was detected on normally processor Refer to the User s Guide of the Module Proc Temp Alm 07 A high temperature Enclosure to make sure that the sufficient warning was detected on number of fans are installed in correct processor locations Check if the fans and modular servers are installed in correct locations Check installation status of the heat sink of the modular server Check if the ambient temperature of installation location satisfies the operation guarantee condition Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a c
49. asswords cleared 1 Run the BIOS SETUP utility to correct the setting 2 If the same error persists contact your service representative 1 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular 0270 Real timer error server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 2 If the same error persists contact your service representative 0271 Check date and time 1 Run the BIOS SETUP utility to set the current date and time setting 2 Ifthe same error persists contact your service representative 02DO 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 2 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 3 Ifthe same error persists contact your service representative 7 6 Troubleshooting On screen error message Recommended action 0B70 The error occurred
50. ast State Power On Default t1 s t1 255 s Disabled Enabled enabled or disabled If a thermal error is detected with this item being set to Enabled the system stops at the end of POST Specify whether to assign IRQ for BMC Baseboard Management Controller Specify whether POST is aborted once at the end of POST if an error occurs during the execution of POST Specify the AC LINK feature Shows the system status when the AC power is supplied again to the modular server See the table below Specify the power on delay time between 1 and 255 seconds This option is available only when Power On or Last State is specified for AC LINK Specify whether the Platform Event Filtering feature of the Baseboard Management Controller BMC is enabled or disabled Factory set The table below shows the operation when the AC power to the modular server is turn off once and then on again depending on the setting of AC LINK System status before AC power off Setting of AC LINK Stay Off Last State Operating Aborting DC power being off also Forced shutdown Press the POWER SLEEP switch continuously for four seconds or longer This forcibly turns off the power Configuring Your Modular Server 4 19 System Management Submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting BIOS Revision Indicates the version of BIOS View only ore Indicates the part numb
51. ation data Select Exit Exit Discarding Changes or Discard Changes To resume the default BIOS configuration data may differ from factory set value Select Exit Load Setup Defaults To save the current settings as user defined configuration Select Exit Save Custom Defaults To load the user defined configuration data Select Exit Load Custom Defaults Configuring Your Modular Server 4 7 Menu and Parameter Descriptions The SETUP utility has the following six major menus Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit To set minute functions select a submenu from the above menus The following describes available functions and parameters as well as the factory set for each menu 4 8 Configuring Your Modular Server Main Parameter System Time HH MM SS Shows the current time System Date MM DD YYYY Shows the current date Hard Disk Pre Disabled When accessing the SATA hard disk Delay 3 seconds drive for the first time during POST 6 seconds the system waits for the specified time 9 seconds until the hard disk drive becomes ready 12 seconds 15 seconds 21 seconds 30 seconds NO SATA Port 0 Information Shows the information on the device connected to each channel on the u submenu The settings of some items o may be changed However leave the items as factory set Processor N A Language English Select which language BIOS SETUP Frangais displays Deutsch Espanol Italiano
52. ation location satisfies the operation guarantee condition If the same error persists contact your service representative Troubleshooting 7 17 When STATUS lamp is lighting in amber On screen RY Description Action message Proc Temp Alm 02 A low temperature alarm 1 Check if fans in Module Enclosure work is detected in processor normally Proc Temp Alm 09 A high temperature alarm 2 Refer to the User s Guide of the Module is detected in processor Enclosure to make sure that the sufficient number of fans are installed in correct locations 3 Check if the fans and modular servers are installed in correct locations 4 Check installation status of the heat sink of the modular server 5 Check if the operating environment satisfies the required guaranteed temperature 6 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 7 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 8 Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLE
53. ce failure 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the 0B96 BMC SDR Repository modular server failure Issue an OS command OB97 BMC SEL device failure Press Ctrl Alt Del 0B98 BMC RAM test error Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE 0B99 BMC Fatal hardware error Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative OBBO SMBIOS SROM data Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the read error modular server 0BB1 SMBIOS SROM data Issue an OS command checksum bad Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch t
54. d devices can be Bxamined at Test and diagnostics BMC information is displayed and set in System Management Only when BMC is supported When you use a local console 7 36 Troubleshooting TOOL MENU Maintenance Utility BIOS FW Updating ROM DOS Startup FD Test and diagnostics System Management Return to previous menu Automatic select at 18 seconds When you use a remote console 6 Select a desired tool to start it Troubleshooting 7 37 Function of Maintenance Tools The following functions can be performed in the Maintenance Tools m Maintenance Utility The Off line Maintenance Utility is started in Maintenance Utility The Off line Maintenance Utility performs preventive maintenance and fault analysis When you are unable to start the NEC ESMPRO to troubleshoot a problem the Off line Maintenance Utility can be used IMPORTANT The Off line Maintenance Utility is intended for use of your service representative The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD contains a help file that describes operation of the utility but do not attempt to use the utility by yourself Contact your service representative and follow instructions The Off line Maintenance Utility provides the following features IPMI Information Viewer Use this menu to view the system event log SEL sensor data record SDR and filed replaceable unit FRU and to make a backup copy of them Using this feature you can find system errors
55. details Do not plug the power cord in to an improper power source m Do not connect the power cord to an outlet that has an illegal number of connections m Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes m Use the authorized power cord only m Do not connect or disconnect any interface cable with the power cord of the modular server plugged to a power source m Do not use any unauthorized interface cable 3 16 Setting Up Your Modular Server In the ordinary operation any cables may not be connected to the connectors on the Modular Server except for the following cases m Installing OS m Maintenance m Updating BIOS and firmware The SUV cable can only be used to connect with the modular server The SUV cable is a standard accessory for the N8141 49F Module Enclosure 1 way The SUV cable has the USB serial interface and monitor connectors at the other ends Connect a proper device at each of the ends To display unit To modular server To serial interface device To USB devices ILES IMPORTANT To connect a peripheral or interface cable provided by a vendor other than NEC or third party to the modular server make sure that the device is available for the modular server Some third party devices are not available for the modular server The serial port connector cannot be directly connected with the leased line m Do not connect disconnect the SUV cable o
56. drive that contains the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD This menu is used to read the User s Guide or the other documents and install the management software NOTE Some documents are provided in PDF format Use the Adobe Reader to view or print these documents Click on the menu items or click the right mouse button and select a short cut menu Some menu items are grayed out when the logon user does not have the authority of the administrator or the menu item is not available for your system IMPORTANT Be sure to close the online document and quit the menu before removing the DVD from the optical disk drive Installing and Using Utilities 5 3 NEC ESMPRO Manager Use the NEC ESMPRO Manager to monitor and manage the modular server from the management PC via network NOTE For detailed explanations on NEC ESMPRO refer to the online document in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD that comes with your Module Enclosure 5 4 Installing and Using Utilities This page is intentionally left blank Chapter 6 Maintenance This chapter describes the daily maintenance of the modular server and precautions when relocating or storing the modular server MAKING BACKUP COPIES NEC recommends you make backup copies of your valuable data stored in hard disk drives of the modular server on a regular basis For backup storage devices suitable for the modular server and backup tools consult with your service representative When you have cha
57. dular server to replace or recharge the battery by yourself A Z Do not use the modular server if any smoke odor or noise is present If smoke odor or noise is present immediately turn off the system and disconnect the power plug from the outlet then contact your service representative Using the modular server in such conditions may cause a fire A Keep needles or metal objects away from the modular server Do not insert needles or metal objects into ventilation holes in the modular server Doing so may cause an electric shock their uses Do not install the modular servers in a chassis other than the Module Enclosure Failure to follow it may result in fire and or electric shock to occur A Use the devices only in the specified areas Modular servers should be installed in the dedicated Module Enclosure for Notes on Using Your Modular Server 1 3 A WARNING Do not use the equipment in the place where corrosive gases exist Make sure not to locate or use the modular server in the place where corrosive gases sulfur dioxide hydrogen sulfide nitrogen dioxide chlorine ammonia ozone etc exist Also do not set it in the environment where the air or dust includes components accelerating corrosion ex sulfur sodium chloride or conductive metals There is a risk of a fire due to corrosion and shorts of an internal printed board Do not handle the modular server if it is installed in the Module E
58. during 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the temperature sensor modular server reading Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 2 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 3 Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative 0B71 System Temperature out Check if fans in Module Enclosure work normally of the range Refer to the User s Guide of the Module Enclosure to make sure that the sufficient number of fans are installed in correct locations Check if the fans and modular servers are installed in correct locations Check installation status of heat sink of the modular server Check if the ambient temperature of installation location satisfies the operation guarantee condition Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the modular server Issue an OS command
59. e of Module Enclosure for how to install the modular server Additional Slots Check the installation position of the additional slots of the Module Enclosure Install the modular server in slot 1 the leftmost slot to slot 20 the rightmost slot Install the modular server starting from the youngest slot number in the ascending order Label indicating the slot number IMPORTANT To install the Modular Servers in slots 11 to 20 you need to install N8181 75 Additional fan box Refer to the Module Enclosure User s Guide for how to install the additional fan unit Setting Up Your Modular Server 3 7 Installation You may install the modular server while the Module Enclosure is being powered that is the devices in the other slot are operating The following shows an example You may take similar steps to install the Modular Servers in other slots A WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury See AN pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details m Do not touch the inside of the Module Enclosure 44 CAUTION Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely Failure to M follow these instructions may cause a fire personal injury or property damage See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details m Do not use the modular server in any other places than specified IMPORTANT The modular server
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61. em boots up displaying Boot selection menu Tool menu Normal Boot selection mode Select this menu Boot selection to use the tool on the POS installation xxx default x Tool menu Normal mode local console Tool menu Redirection mode Tool menu Redirection Automatic select at 18 seconds mode Select this menu to use the tool from the remote console IMPORTANT An initial selection of the menu is Os installation If any other menu is not selected Os installation starts automatically 10 seconds after the Boot selection menu is displayed Troubleshooting 7 35 4 To use a tool on local console select Tool menu Normal mode To use a tool from remote console select Tool menu Redirection mode IMPORTANT An initial selection of the menu is Japanese If any other language is not selected Japanese starts automatically 5 seconds after the Language Selection menu is displayed 5 Select English The TOOL MENU as shown below is displayed TOOL MENU a Maintenance Utility BIOS FW Updating ROM DOS Startup FD Test and diagnostics system Management Return to previous These utilities are for maintenance and configuration J _ System information is displayed managed and set if Maintenance Utility a BIOS and various firmwares are renewed in the BIOS FW Updating ROM DOS system can boot from a floppy disk made at ROM DOS Startup FD This computer and connecte
62. ents listed in Software License Agreement that comes with each software application must be satisfied Software applications that are not approved for transfer must be uninstalled before transferring the modular server 1 8 Notes on Using Your Modular Server DISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES m Dispose of the modular server hard disk drives DVD ROM Module Enclosure EcoPowerGateway option board and battery according to all national laws and regulations Also dispose of the power cord provided with the modular server to avoid diversion to some other devices 44 WARNING de O For dispose of the battery on the mother board of the modular server consult with your service representative IMPORTANT It is the user s responsibility to completely erase or modify all the data stored in storage device such as hard disk drive so that the data cannot be restored m The modular server contains some components that are only good for a limited period of time and require replacement For stable operation of the modular server NEC recommends you replace these components on a regular basis Consult with your service representative for replacement or the product lives REGARDING THE TRANSPORTATION OF THIS SYSTEM This system and or associated options and accessories may be using lithium metal batteries or lithium ion batteries There may be restrictions regarding the air or sea transportation of such lithium batteries Please contact your s
63. environment Turn off the cellular phone or pager Radio interference may cause malfunctions of the modular server Notes on Using Your Modular Server 1 7 TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY The following must be observed when you transfer or sell the modular server or software provided with the modular server to a third party Modular Server Make sure to provide this manual and accessories along with the modular server to a third party IMPORTANT About data on the hard disk drive Be sure to take appropriate measures not to leak important data e g customers information or companies management information on the removed hard disk drive to any third parties Data seems to be erased when you empty Recycle Bin of Windows or execute the format command of the operating system However the actual data remains written on the hard disk drive Data not erased completely may be restored by special software and used for unexpected purposes It is strongly recommended that the software or service both available at stores for data erasure should be used in order to avoid the trouble explained above For details on data erasure ask your sales representative Provided Software To transfer or sell any software application that comes with the modular server to a third party the following requirements must be satisfied m All provided software applications must be transferred and no backup copies must be retained m Transfer requirem
64. eproduced in any form without the prior written permission of NEC Corporation 2 The contents of this User s Guide may be revised without prior notice 3 The contents of this User s Guide shall not be copied or altered without the prior written permission of NEC Corporation 4 All efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of all information in this User s Guide If you notice any part unclear incorrect or omitted in this User s Guide contact the service representative where you purchased this product 5 NEC assumes no liability arising from the use of this product nor any liability for incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of this User s Guide regardless of Item 4 PREFACE Welcome to the NEC Express5800 100 series modular server The modular server 1s a power saving and high density server equipped with the latest low power processor Intel Atom Processor N450 Read this User s Guide thoroughly to fully understand handling of the modular server and appreciate its functions to the maximum extent ABOUT THIS USER S GUIDE This User s Guide 1s a guide for proper setup and use of the modular server This User s Guide also covers useful procedures for dealing with difficulties and problems that may arise during setup or operation of the modular server Keep this manual for future use The following describes how to proceed with this User s Guide How to Use This User s Guide To aid
65. er of the mother board View only a Indicates the serial number of the mother board View only a i Indicates the part number of the modular server View only Ear o Indicates the serial number of the modular Number server View only A Indicates the part number of the chassis View only Chassis Serial Indicates the serial number of the chassis Number View only MA Address View only zare laa Address 2 View only MAC Address management LAN port View only BMC Device ID Indicates the device ID of BMC Baseboard Management Controller View only BMC Device Revision Indicates the firmware revision of BMC View only BMC Firmware Indicates the firmware revision of BMC Revision View only Sona Indicates the revision of SDR Sensor Data Record View only PIA Revision Indicates the revision of PIA Platform Information Area View only Factory set 4 20 Configuring Your Modular Server Console Redirection Submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting BIOS Redirection Shamrock G Specify the serial port to which a Port Disabled hardware console is connected Serial Port B Baud Rate 9600 Specify the baud rate for the interface 19 2k with hardware consoles 38 4K 57 6k 115 2k Flow Control None Specify the flow control method XON XOFF CTS RTS CTS RTS CD Terminal Type PC ANSI Specify the type of remote console VT 100 VT UTF8
66. erver Wear anti static shoes to work with the modular server Take off any jewels a ring bracelet or wrist watch before working with the modular server Handling of components Keep any component in an anti static bag until you actually install it to the modular server Hold a component by its edge to avoid touching any terminals or parts To store or carry any component place it in an anti static bag 8 4 Upgrading Your Modular Server CONFIRMATION AFTER INSTALLATION REMOVAL Confirm the following after installing an option and removing a component m Installing removed components exactly as they were Install the components and cables which were removed and disconnected for addition of an option exactly as they were Assembling without a component being installed or a cable being disconnected causes the equipment to malfunction m Confirming that no parts such as screws are left in the chassis Confirm that conductive parts such as screws are not left in the chassis Turning on the power with a conductive part on the mother board or cable terminal causes the equipment to malfunction m Confirming the cooling effect in the equipment Confirm that the ventilating holes are not covered with an internally connected cable Insufficient cooling effect raises the internal temperature which causes the equipment to malfunction m Confirming operation with a tool Some additional devices require the diagn
67. ervice representative prior to transporting this system and or its options Notes on Using Your Modular Server 1 9 USER SUPPORT Before asking for repair do the following when the modular server appears to fail 1 Check if the power cord and the cables to other devices are properly connected 2 See Chapter 7 to find if your problem fits the description If it does take the recommended measure for it 3 Check if the software required for operation of the modular server is properly installed Use a commercially available anti virus program to check the modular server If the modular server still appears to fail after you have taken the above actions consult with your service representative immediately Take notes on lamp indications of the modular server and alarm indications on the display unit before consultation which may provide a significant help to your service representative 1 10 Notes on Using Your Modular Server Advice for Health The longer you keep using the computer equipment the more you become tired which may cause disorders of your body When you use a computer observe the following to keep yourself from getting tired Good Working Posture You have good posture if the following are satisfied when you use a computer e You sit on a chair with your back straight e Your hands are parallel with the floor when you put them on the keyboard e You look at the screen slightly lower than your eye height
68. ess manually set to Disabled Set to Enabled to use HTTP communication for Web interface Specify the TCP port number which the management LAN uses for HTTP communication Set to Enabled to use HTTPS communication for Web interface Specify the TCP port number which the management LAN uses for HTTPS communication Set to Enabled to use Telnet communication as a command line interface Specify the TCP port number to be used for Telnet communication Set to Enabled to use SSH communication as a command line interface Press Enter and select Yes to initialize the BMC configuration Factory set 4 22 Configuring Your Modular Server If you press Enter on Clear BMC Configuration the following message appears Clear BMC Configuration Are you sure to clear the BMC Configuration If you select Yes it may take about 30 seconds to reset BMC setting Please wait for a while Yes No IMPORTANT Notes on performing Clear BMC Configuration m Executing Load Setup Defaults in BIOS SETUP utility does not restore the default value for settings related to management LAN of BMC To restore the default value you need to execute Clear BMC Configuration m It takes about several tens seconds until initialization completes after execution of Clear BMC Configuration Configuring Your Modular Server 4 23 Event Log Configuration Submenu Option Parameter_ Description Your Setting Sys
69. etects an error it displays POST error code on Virtual LCD upon completion of POST See the table for POST error codes for details The remote management feature of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine and NEC ESMPRO displays the status of the managed modular server on virtual LCD 16 digits x 2 lines IMPORTANT m You may ask your service representative for checking installation status or replacing any devices m Take a note on the on screen message before contacting your service representative The alarm indication would be a great help for maintenance To cope with the trouble reboot the modular server or power off the modular server before taking any other countermeasures POST in progress POST progresg code Version number of system BIOS POST error code Troubleshooting 7 13 POST Progress Codes POST progress code 26h Initializing and checking memory Zero Clear of memory ee Address line test of memory 2Fh Setting cache for processor 4Ah Initializing video controller 4Ch Shadowing video BIOS 59h 4Eh Displaying copyright 50h Displaying processor information Configuring cache 93h Configuring multi processor 9Ch Setting up SMI BAh ACh Starting BIOS SETUP BOh Checking POST error BDh Displaying Boot menu COh Starting boot process 7 14 Troubleshooting Other Messages Messages displayed on upper line When STATUS lamp is lighting in green On screen i Description Action
70. he cursor to the device by using the or and press or Configuring Your Modular Server 4 25 Exit The following describes each option on the Exit menu Exit Saving Changes Select this item to quit SETUP after saving the newly selected information in CMOS non volatile memory The selection of Exit Saving Changes causes the confirmation screen to appear If you select Yes SETUP 1s terminated with the newly selected information saved in CMOS non volatile memory Then the modular server automatically reboots the system Exit Discarding Changes Select this item to quit SETUP without saving the newly selected information in CMOS non volatile memory Selecting No allows SETUP to be terminated without storage of the modified information If you select Yes SETUP is terminated with the modified information saved in CMOS Then the modular server automatically reboots the system Load Setup Defaults Select this item to return all the values of SETUP to the default values Selecting Load Setup Defaults causes the confirmation screen to appear Select Yes to return the values to the default values Select No to go back to the Exit menu screen IMPORTANT The factory set values of SETUP may be different from their default values depending on the model of the modular server It is necessary to set the values meeting the environment in which the modular server is used referring to the models Load Custom Defaul
71. in Japan Keep this User s Guide at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary SAFETY INDICATIONS Follow the instructions in this User s Guide for your safety to use the modular server The modular server contains components with possible danger hazards that may cause by ignoring warnings and preventive actions against such hazards Modular server components with possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them as well as described in this User s Guide In the User s Guide or warning labels WARNING or CAUTION is used to indicate a degree of danger These terms are defined as follows A WARNING Indicates the presence of a hazard that may result in death or serious personal injury if the instruction is ignored 4 CAUTION Indicates the presence of a hazard that may cause minor personal injury including burns or property damage if the instruction is ignored Precautions and notices against hazards are presented with one of the following three symbols The individual symbols are defined as follows This symbol indicates the presence of a hazard if the instruction is ignored An image in the symbol illustrates the hazard type Attention This symbol indicates prohibited actions An image in the symbol illustrates a particular prohibited action Prohibited Action This symbol indicates mandatory actions An image in the symbol illustrates a mandatory action to avoid a particular hazard Mandator
72. is enabled or disabled If the CPU does not support this feature this item is not visible C1 Enhanced Mode Disabled Specify whether the Enhanced Halt Enabled State C1E feature of Intel processor is enabled or disabled This menu appears only when the processor supports this feature Factory set 4 10 Configuring Your Modular Server Advanced Option Parameter Description Your Setting Memory Configuration PCI Configuration N A Peripheral Configuration NA S Advanced Chipset Screen Boot time Diagnostic Disabled Screen Enabled Reset Configuration Data On Off No Yes Specify whether the Numlock feature is enabled or disabled on booting Specify whether the self diagnosis POST running screen is displayed or not on booting If this item is set to Disabled the NEC logo appears during POST Pressing Esc causes the screen to be switched to the POST running screen If Serial Port B is specified for Server Console Redirection BIOS Redirection Port the POST running screen is automatically displayed Set Yes to clear the configuration data system information stored by POST The parameter is changed to No after the system is booted Factory set Configuring Your Modular Server 4 11 Memory Configuration Submenu Option____ Parameter___ Description Installed memory o Available under 4GB Indicates the total capacity of ins
73. is extremely sensitive to static electricity Make sure to touch the metal frame of the cabinet to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the modular server Do not touch the pins leads or circuitry and place the modular server directly on the desk For static notes see Anti static Measures in Chapter 8 1 Locate the slot to install the modular server 2 Ifthe slot to install the modular server has a blank cover hold its lever to unlock take the blank cover out of the slot 3 8 Setting Up Your Modular Server _IMPORTANT m Keep the removed blank cover for future use m Remove the blank cover from the target slot only 3 Put the modular server on the clean rigid and flat desk Loosen the thumbscrew to open the lock lever Lock lever IMPORTANT The modular server contains a hard disk drive that is easily affected by the dust water shocks and vibrations Take strict care to handle it 4 Hold firmly the frame of the modular server so that the surface to connect a hard disk drive faces right and the card edge faces the Module Enclosure side IMPORTANT Do not hold the lock lever Doing so may cause the modular server to fall down or be damaged due to deformed lock lever Setting Up Your Modular Server 3 9 5 Align the frame of the modular server with the guide rail on the Module Enclosure Insert the Modular Server into the halfway of the Module Enclosure approximately 20 cm slow
74. is used The UID lamp allows you to identify the device subject to maintenance among more than one modular server installed in the Module Enclosure The UID lamp on modular server can also be made blinking blue by proper software commands from the management PC on the network In addition pressing the UID switch on the modular server brings the UID lamp to light UID Unit ID lamp OO OO OO OO OO OO OO OO OO 00 O 0 C ID switch OOO0O00000000000 Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Modular Server This chapter describes how to set up the modular server appropriate for your system on a step by step basis 3 2 Setting Up Your Modular Server SETTING HARDWARE Conduct setting up of hardware in the following order 1 2 a eee Se Install the rack Refer to the manual that comes with the rack Install separately purchased options to Module Enclosure Refer to the Module Enclosure User s Guide Install the Module Enclosure to the rack Refer to the Module Enclosure User s Guide Install the DIMMs on the modular server See Chapter 8 Install the hard disk drive on the modular server See Chapter 8 Install the modular server to the Module Enclosure Connect the cable between the Module Enclosure and EcoPowerGateway Refer to the EcoPowerGateway User s Guide Turn on the DC output switch on EcoPowerGateway Refer to the EcoPowerGateway User s Guide Run BIOS to provide settings a
75. k lever until it stops Setting Up Your Modular Server 3 13 4 Hold the lock lever and pull the modular server out from the Module Enclosure Pull out approximately 10 cm so that you can hold the top and bottom of the frame of the modular server Lock lever IMPORTANT Do not hold the lock lever Doing so may cause the Modular Server to fall down or be damaged due to deformed lock lever 5 Hold the top and bottom of the frame of the modular server and take the Modular Server out from the Module Enclosure 6 Put the modular server on the clean rigid and flat desk Tighten the thumbscrew to lock the modular server Lock lever 3 14 Setting Up Your Modular Server 7 Ifthe Module Enclosure is used with the modular server being removed install the blank cover to the empty slot This completes removal procedure Setting Up Your Modular Server 3 15 MAKING CONNECTIONS Connect peripheral devices to the modular server 4h WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details m Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand m Do not connect earth lines to any gas tubes Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely Failure to follow these instructions may cause a fire personal injury or property damage See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for
76. led PCI bus parity error PERR can be detected and notified as NMI at occurrence of an error When enabled PCI bus system error SERR can be detected and notified as NMI at occurrence of an error FRB 2 Policy Disable FRB2 Timer Set the policy to be applied to FRB Retry 3 Times level 2 timer at occurrence of an Always Reset error Boot Monitoring Disabled Specify whether the boot Assert NMI on Disabled SERR Enabled Boot Monitoring Policy 5 minutes 10 minutes 15 minutes 20 minutes 25 minutes 30 minutes 35 minutes 40 minutes 45 minutes 50 minutes 55 minutes 60 minutes Retry 3 times Always Reset monitoring feature is enabled or disabled and the timer value on booting Set this item to Disabled if ARCServe uses the Disaster Recovery Option This item indicates the processing at the occurrence of timeout during boot monitoring Retry 3 times The system is reset after the occurrence of timeout and OS boot is retried up to three times Always Reset The system is reset after the occurrence of timeout and OS boot is retried repeatedly 4 18 Configuring Your Modular Server Option Parameter Description Your Setting Specify whether the temperature sensor monitoring feature is Thermal Sensor BMC IRQ Post Error Pause AC LINK Power ON Delay Time Platform Event Filtering Disabled Enabled Disabled IRQ 11 Disabled Enabled Shamrock G Stay Off L
77. lm 02 1 8V voltage alarm lower 1 Take one of the following measures to power limit occurred off the modular server and then on 1 8V voltage alarm upper Power off the modular server from OS limit occurred then press the POWER SLEEP switch to 0 9V voltage alarm lower power on limit occurred Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power 0 9V voltage alarm upper off the modular server then press it again limit occurred to power on BB 1 5v Alm 02 1 5V voltage alarm lower Issue a command from Web browser of limit occurred EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC BB 1 5v Alm 09 1 5V voltage alarm upper ESMPRO Manager limit occurred Power off the modular server by issuing an BB 3 3v Alm 02 3 N voltage alarm lower ana oF press the FOWE Ser limit Aeeunea switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then BB 3 3v Alm 09 3 3V voltage alarm upper press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on limit occurred the modular server BB 5 0v Alm 02 5 0V voltage alarm lower 3 If the same error persists contact your limit occurred service representative BB 5 0v Alm 09 5 0V voltage alarm upper limit occurred BB 12v Alm 02 12V voltage alarm lower limit occurred BB 12v Alm 09 12V voltage alarm upper limit occurred 1 2Vsb voltage alarm lower limit occurred BB 1 2vsb Alm 09 1 2Vsb voltage alarm upper limit occurred BB 3 3vsb Alm 02 3 3Vsb voltage alarm lower limit occurred
78. ly and carefully Guide rail 6 Fully release the lock lever push the frame of the modular server and insert the Modular Server into the Module Enclosure slowly and carefully to the end The card edge of the Modular Server is connected with the connector in the Module Enclosure Lock lever 3 10 Setting Up Your Modular Server NOTES m Push the front of the Modular Server into the Module Enclosure to the end slowly and carefully until the card edge is inserted into the connector m Make sure that a hook of the lock lever is engaged with the hole on the Module Enclosure as shown in the figure below 7 Close the lock lever slowly If the lock lever is not fully closed check the hook position according to the previous step The lock lever and or the Module Enclosure may be damaged if the lock lever is forcedly closed with loose engagement Setting Up Your Modular Server 3 11 8 Tighten the thumbscrew of the lock lever and fix the modular server into the Module Enclosure oe O Ss n 0 ie gt e vi Oey This completes installation 3 12 Setting Up Your Modular Server Removal Take the following steps to remove the modular server from the Module Enclosure 1 Shutdown the OS or press the POWER SLEEP switch on the modular server to turn off the power 2 Loosen the thumbscrew on the lock lever to unlock the modular server 3 Open the lock lever NOTE Fully open the loc
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80. ment LAN port for LAN connection When Shared BMC LAN feature is used use the LAN connector 1 m Use the serial port for direct connection To use this feature you need to create a configuration file 3 5 inch floppy disk that includes communication method between the modular server and the management PC and various setup parameters Use NEC ESMPRO Manager or run System Management menu from NEC EXPRESSBUILDER to create a configuration file Save the configuration file into the root directory of the floppy disk as the following file name File name CSL_LESS cfg m If you exit the BIOS SETUP by unusual way e g forced power off or reset the redirection process may fail In such a case setup again by using the configuration file 7 40 Troubleshooting NOTE The BIOS SETUP information is set as shown below m Serial Port Enabled Base I O Address 3F8 Interrupt IRQ 4 m BIOS Redirection Port Disabled m Baud Rate 19 2K m Flow Control CTS RTS Console Type VT 100 Troubleshooting 7 41 SYSTEM MANAGEMENT The System Management feature makes settings for using the notification function by the Baseboard Management Controller BMC and remote control function from the management PC Starting the System Management The System Management may be started from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD in the following procedure 1 Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD into optical disk drive and restart the system 2
81. n the modular server battery mounted on modular server service representative Troubleshooting 7 25 On screen o Description Action message BB 1 8v Alm 00 1 8V voltage warning 1 Take one of the following measures to power lower limit was detected off the modular server and then on BB 1 8v Alm 07 1 8V voltage warning Power off the modular server from OS upper limit was then press the POWER SLEEP switch to detected power on 0 9V voltage warning Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power lower limit was detected off the modular server then press it again 0 9V voltage warning to power on upper limit was Issue a command from Web browser of detected EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC 1 5V voltage warning ESMPRO Manager lower limit was detected 2 Power off the modular server by issuing an BB 1 5v Alm 07 1 5V voltage warning OS command or press the POWER SLEEP o upper limit was switch Take the modular server out of the detected Module Enclosure and install it again Then BB 3 3v Alm 00 3 3V voltage warning press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on AA E the modular server lower limit was detected If the same error persists contact your BB 3 3v Alm 07 3 3V voltage warning service representative upper limit was detected BB 5 0v Alm 00 5 0V voltage warning lower limit was detected BB 5 0v Alm 07 5 0V voltage warning upper limit was detected 12V voltage warning lower limit was detected
82. nclosure To install or remove an option from the modular server first turn off the power of the modular server and remove the modular server from the Module Enclosure If you touch components on the modular server with it connected to the Module Enclosure you may get an electric shock Do not install or remove two or more modular servers at a time Install or remove modular servers one by one If you install or remove two or more modular servers at a time or a modular server with the cover of another slot removed you may get an electric shock A Do not look into the optical disk drive A laser beam used in the optical disk drive is harmful to the eyes Do not look into or insert a mirror into the drive while the drive is powered If a laser beam is caught in your eyes you may lose your eyesight 1 4 Notes on Using Your Modular Server 44 CAUTION Keep water or foreign matter away from the equipment Do not let any form of liquid water etc or foreign matter e g pins or paper clips enter the equipment Failure to follow this warning may cause an electric shock a fire or a failure of the equipment When such things accidentally enter the equipment immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the outlet Do not disassemble the equipment Contact your service representative Make sure to complete device installation Always install a modular server hard disk drive and option boa
83. nged the hardware configuration or BIOS configuration select System Information Management and then Save of the Off line Maintenance Utility to make a backup copy of the system information 6 2 Maintenance CLEANING Clean the modular server on a regular basis to keep it in a good shape 4h WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the equipment safely Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details Do not disassemble repair or alter the modular server m Disconnect the power plug before cleaning the modular server Cleaning the Modular Server For daily cleaning wipe the external surfaces of the modular server with a dry soft cloth IMPORTANT m To avoid altering the material and color of the modular server do not use volatile solvents such as thinner and benzene to clean the modular server m The power receptacle the cables the devices installed on Module Enclosure and the inside of the Module Enclosure must be kept dry Do not moisten them with water Cleaning the Keyboard Make sure that the modular server and peripheral devices are all off powered the POWER SLEEP lamp goes off and then wipe the keyboard surface with a dry cloth Maintenance 6 3 Cleaning CD DVD ROM A dusty CD DVD ROM or dust accumulated tray causes the device to fail to read data correctly Follow the procedure below to clean the tray and CD DVD
84. ns 3 and 4 Short circuit pins 10 and 12 to protect the password Short circuit pins 3 and 4 to clear the password Run BIOS SETUP utility and power off the server Put the clip back over pins 10 and 12 Run BIOS SETUP utility and set the password as needed oS OV eS Save and exit the SETUP utility Chapter 8 Upgrading Your Modular Server This chapter describes optional devices available for the modular server procedures to install or remove such optional devices and notes on using them IMPORTANT Optional devices described in this chapter may be installed or removed by any user However NEC does not assume any liability for damage to optional devices or the modular server or malfunctions of the modular server resulted from installation by the user NEC recommends you ask your service representative for installing or removing any optional devices Be sure to use only optional devices and cables authorized by NEC Repair of the modular server due to malfunctions failures or damage resulted from installing such devices or cables will be charged 8 2 Upgrading Your Modular Server SAFETY NOTES Observe the following notes to install or remove optional devices safely and properly 4h WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details Do not disassemble repair o
85. o power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative Troubleshooting 7 11 On screen error message Recommended action OBD1 1st SMBus device Error 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the detected modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 2 Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager 3 Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server 4 If the same error persists contact your service representative OBD4 2nd SMBus device Error Take one of the follo
86. odular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative 0B75 System Voltage out of the 1 Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the range modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative OB82 BMC core hardware Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or failure press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists cont
87. ommand from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative On screen message BB Temp2 Alm 00 BB Temp2 Alm 07 BB Temp1 Alm 00 BB Temp1 Alm 07 A low temperature warning was detected on base board A high temperature warning was detected on base board A low temperature warning was detected on base board A high temperature warning was detected on base board Troubleshooting 7 23 Action 1 2 Check if fans in Module Enclosure work normally Refer to the User s Guide of the Module Enclosure to make sure that the sufficient number of fans are installed in correct locations Check if the fans and modular servers are installed in correct locations Check if the ambient temperature of installation location satisfies the operation guarantee condition Take one of the following measures to reboot reset the modular server Issue an OS command Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS
88. opy the following files folders to a hard disk drive Y root folder copy version xml 005 ar_menu copy this sub folder doc copy this sub folder win copy this sub folder 4 Copy the above files folders to a CD R Match the root folder when you copy onto a CD R Delete the files folders which you have copied in Step 3 from the hard disk drive Insert the CD R to a client computer onto which you want to install the management software 7 Run the following file in the CD R by using Explorer 005 ar_menu autorun_menu exe for Windows 32 bit edition 005 ar_menu autorun menu x64 exe for Windows 64 bit edition B 2 Using a Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive This page is intentionally left blank
89. ostic utility or BIOS SETUP utility to check if they are installed correctly For details see the procedure for additionally installing the target device Upgrading Your Modular Server 8 5 PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION REMOVAL To install or remove an optional device in from the modular server you should first remove the modular server from the Module Enclosure IMPORTANT m Remove the target modular server only Do not remove any other blank cover or modular server from another slot Be sure to install or remove the modular server one by one Put the removed modular server in the following place Place with little dust Place with less humidity Place that satisfies the requirements for anti static measures Place where intense vibration or shock may not be generated Place where intense magnetic field is not generated 8 6 Upgrading Your Modular Server INSTALLATION REMOVAL PROCEDURE Install or remove the devices in the following procedure SO DIMM The SO DIMM Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module is inserted into the SO DIMM socket on the modular server The modular server has two SO DIMM sockets Install or remove two DIMMs one by one Install the SO DIMM in SO DIMM socket 1 then in socket 2 NOTES m Up to 2GB memory can be added m The modular server requires at least one DIMM to operate IMPORTANT m The DIMM is easily affected by static electricity Handle the DIMM after making
90. our Modular Server 1 One of the following messages appears when you press Enter In case of no password setting Set Supervisor Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password If the input of Enter New Password is different from the input of Confirm New Password the following message is displayed Setup Warning Passwords do not match Re enter password Continue If the input of Current Password failed three times the following message is displayed System Disabled In case of any password stored Set Supervisor Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password Confirm New Password If the input of Current Password is different from the stored password the following message is displayed Set Supervisor Password Setup Warning Invalid Password Continue If the Password setting succeeded the following message is displayed Setup Notice Changes have been saved Continue Configuring Your Modular Server 4 17 Server The items which can be set on the Server menu and their functions are described below For setting of System Management Console Redirection BMC LAN Configuration and Event Log Configuration first select the item and press Enter to display the submenu Option Parameter_ Description Your Setting System Management as A ES IE Redirection sse S o o o Configuration Bee Configuration Assert NMI on Disabled PERR Enabled When enab
91. ows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise x64 Edition operating system or Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard x64 Edition operating system and Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Enterprise x64 Edition operating system Windows Server 2003 stands for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard Edition operating system and Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise Edition operating system or Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition operating system and Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition operating system Windows XP x64 Edition stands for Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition operating system Windows XP stands for Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition operating system and Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system Windows 2000 stands for Microsoft Windows 2000 Server operating system and Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server operating system and Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional operating system Windows NT stands for Microsoft Windows NT Server network operating system version 3 51 4 0 and Microsoft Windows NT Workstation operating system version 3 51 4 0 Windows Me stands for Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition operating system Windows 98 stands for Microsoft Windows 98 operating system Windows 95 stands for Microsoft Windows 95 operating system WinPE stands for Microsoft Windows Preinstallation Environment Notes 1 No part of this manual may be r
92. ppropriate to your hardware configuration and usage See Chapter 4 for details of BIOS configuration Be sure to adjust the system clock Setting Up Your Modular Server 3 3 MAKING BACKUP COPIES OF SYSTEM INFORMATION Save the information after completing the system setup The system information includes the current BIOS settings and any specific information for the server Without the backup data you will not be able to recover the information You can save the information by the following process 1 MAS Use SUV cable to connect a Flash FDD or USB FDD to the Modular Server The SUV cable is provided with N8181 49F Module Enclosure 1way See Making Connection described later for how to connect the SUV cable Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD ROM into the optical disk drive and reboot the system The system will start from NEC EXPRESSBUILDER and the Boot selection menu will appear Select Tool menu Normal mode Select English Select Maintenance Utility Select System Information Management Select Save IMPORTANT This guide contains procedures to use a floppy disk however your modular server 1s not equipped with factory installed floppy disk drive Use the optional Flash FDD or USB FDD 3 4 Setting Up Your Modular Server BEFORE INSTALLING MODULAR SERVER Be sure to check the MAC addresses before installing a modular server in the Module Enclosure Check of MAC Address
93. press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Troubleshooting 7 5 On screen error message Recommended action 0250 System battery is dead Take one of the following measures to power off the modular Replace and run SETUP server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server 3 Check installation status of the lithium battery on modular server 4 If the same error persists contact your service representative Note Restart the modular server run BIOS SETUP and provide settings for date time and others 0251 System CMOS checksum The default configuration of BIOS SETUP is used bad Default configuration 1 Run the BIOS SETUP utility to correct the setting used 2 If the same error persists contact your service representative 0252 Password checksum bad The password has been cleared P
94. r If the system clock is remarkably delayed or advanced as the passage of time in spite of adjustment contact your service representative to ask maintenance m Store the unit under the storage condition temperature 10 to 55 C humidity 20 to 80 without condensation to allow internal devices and the equipment to operate correctly in the next operation Before turning off the power of a modular server shutdown the modular server correctly m After turning off the power of a modular server wait for at least 5 seconds before turning on m The modular server contains precision component that is easily affected by drastic temperature change If the modular server is used after storage or relocation make sure that the modular server is fully adapted to the operating environment 1 6 Notes on Using Your Modular Server The modular server can be powered on by pressing the POWER SLEEP switch or using the remote power on feature from the management PC In either case you must wait for at least 5 seconds before performing power on operation after the modular server is inserted into Module Enclosure or after the power is supplied to the Module Enclosure If power on operation is performed within 5 seconds you may fail to power on the modular server In such a case make sure that the power is supplied to the modular server then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the power Remove a modular server after turning off the powe
95. r add remove the USB device until the operating system starts running To connect disconnect the SUV cable or add remove the USB device after OS startup follow restrictions of operating system If the device having serial interface is connected first power off the modular server and destination device and remove the power cord from the destination device before connecting disconnecting SUV cable or serial cable Failure to follow it may cause the devices to be defected due to the potential difference between them m If you are going to install an OS in the Modular Server use the SUV cable See the next page for connection Setting Up Your Modular Server 3 17 USB Connection by SUV Cable Connect the floppy disk drive DVD ROM drive keyboard and mouse according to the figure shown below The USB hub should have the self power specification if it is used Display unit Display unit External floppy disk drive Self powered USB hub External DVD ROM drive Keyboard 3 18 Setting Up Your Modular Server Network The modular server is connected with network via the Module Enclosure Refer to the User s Guide of the Module Enclosure for details Chapter 4 Configuring Your Modular Server This chapter describes Basic Input Output System BIOS configuration When you install the modular server for the first time or install remove optional devices thoroughly read this chapter for better understanding and cor
96. r alter the modular server da m Do not remove the lithium Li lon or NiMH battery A A Observe the following instructions to use the modular server safely Failure to follow these instructions may cause a fire personal injury or property damage See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details m Avoid installation in extreme temperature conditions m Make sure to complete device installation m Do nat pinch your finger s with component A A S Upgrading Your Modular Server 8 3 ANTI STATIC MEASURES The modular server contains electronic components sensitive to static electricity Avoid failures caused by static electricity when installing or removing any optional devices Wear a wrist strap an arm belt or anti static glove Wear a wrist strap on your wrist If no wrist strap 1s available touch an unpainted metal part of the cabinet before touching a component to discharge static electricity from your body Touch a metal part regularly when working with components to discharge static electricity Select a suitable work space Work with the modular server on the anti static or concrete floor When you work with the modular server on a carpet where static electricity is likely to be generated make sure take anti static measures beforehand Use a work table Place the modular server on an anti static mat to work with it Cloth Do not wear a wool or synthetic cloth to work with the modular s
97. r of the modular server Do not perform any of the following operation during POST including similar operations from external applications Press the POWER SLEEP switch of the modular server Remove the modular server from the Module Enclosure Disconnect the power cords from EcoPowerGateway and the power unit of the Module Enclosure Optional memory hard disk drive and other electronic components These components are extremely sensitive to static electricity Make sure to touch the metal frame of the equipment to discharge static electricity from your body before handling the components Do not touch the terminals or parts on the components by a bare hand and place the components directly on the desk Make sure that the options are NEC specified optional devices for the modular server Even if an option can be installed or connected to the modular server the option may not operate properly and further the modular server itself may be defected If such an option causes the modular server to be defected or damaged you will be charged for the repair within the warranty period Do not give excess shocks or vibrations to the hard disk drive Failure to follow it may cause the hard disk drive to be defected The internal option device contains precision component that is easily affected by drastic temperature change If the device is used after storage or relocation make sure that the device is fully adapted to the operating
98. r off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing a command from OS or pressing the POWER SLEEP switch Remove the modular server from Module Enclosure then install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative DUMP Request DUMP switch was Wait until OS dump process completes pressed 1 If the dump process is not complete take one of the following steps Issue a command from OS Press Ctrl Alt Del Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Take one of the following measures to power off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager If the same error persists contact your service representative 7 16 Troubleshooting On screen oct Description message WDT Timeout Processor T Trip Watchdog timer timeout error occurred Forced power off occurred due to a
99. r the indications and meanings of the lamp 5 DUMP NMI switch Press this switch to run the memory dump Not used in usual operation 6 UID Unit ID lamp blue The lamp is intended to identify the modular server in the system The lamp is lit by a switch or software command When the recognize command is received from software the lamp blinks If you press the ID switch the lamp goes on 2 4 General Description 7 UID switch Press this switch to turn on or off the UID lamps on the modular server and at rear of the Module Enclosure 8 SUV connector This connector sends or receives various signals Connect the SUV cable that comes with the N8141 49F Module Enclosure 1way when using the display unit serial interface device and USB device 9 Lock lever Locking mechanism to secure the modular server to the Module Enclosure 10 Sliding tag A label indicating model number and serial number of the modular server is attached General Description 2 5 Internal View 1 SUV connector 2 Hard disk drive bracket 3 CMOS password clear jumper switch 4 Lithium battery 5 Processor CPU 6 DIMM socket Upper slot 1 Lower slot 2 2 6 General Description Lamp Indications This section describes the positions and display meanings of the lamps on the modular server NEC POWER SLEEP lamp oo BE oo oo DISK Access lamp STATUS lamp AG oo DO UID lamp ab oo oo O O O O O O O O O O O
100. rd firmly An incompletely installed device may cause a contact failure resulting in smoking or fire Do not use any unauthorized interface cable Use only interface cables provided by NEC and locate a proper device and connector before connecting a cable Using an unauthorized cable or connecting a cable to an improper destination may cause a short circuit resulting in a fire Also observe the following notes on using and connecting an interface cable m Do not use any damaged cable connector m Do not step on the cable m Do not place any object on the cable m Do not use the equipment with loose cable connections m Do not use any damaged cable Avoid installation in extreme temperature conditions Components on modular server or components in Module Enclosure may get very hot Leave them until their internal components fully cool down before installing removing any component The air exhausted from the fan also gets very hot Do not let your hands or face close to the exhaust hole Avoid contact with the equipment during thunderstorms Disconnect the power plug from the outlet when a thunderstorm is approaching If it starts thundering before you disconnect the power plug do not touch any part of the component including the cables Failure to follow this warning may cause a fire or an electric shock Keep animals away from the equipment Pet s discharges or fur may enter the equipment and cause a fire or electric shock
101. rect setups SYSTEM BIOS SETUP The SETUP utility is provided to make basic hardware configuration for the modular server This utility 1s pre installed in the flash memory of the modular server and ready to run The modular server is configured with the correct parameters using the SETUP utility and shipped in the best conditions Thus you don t need to use the SETUP utility in most cases However you might wish to use the SETUP utility in the cases described below IMPORTANT m The SETUP utility is intended for system administrator use only m The SETUP utility allows you to set a password The modular server 1s provided with two levels of password Supervisor and User With the Supervisor password you can view and change all system parameters of the SETUP utility With the User password system parameters available for viewing and changing are limited m Do not set any password before installing the OS m The modular server contains the latest version of the SETUP utility Dialog boxes appear on your SETUP utility thus may differ from descriptions in this User s Guide If you find anything unclear see the online help or ask your service representative 4 2 Configuring Your Modular Server Starting SETUP Utility Powering on the modular server starts POST Power On Self Test and displays its check results If the NEC logo is displayed press Esc After a while the following message appears at bottom left on the screen
102. rrect insertion 5 Power on the modular server and make sure that no error message appears on the POST screen See Chapter 7 for details of the POST error messages If the modular server is not started the DIMM may not be installed in the socket correctly Install the DIMM again 6 Run SETUP and select Advanced Memory Configuration to make sure that DIMM x Status x DIMM number shows Normal see Chapter 4 7 Set Advanced Reset Configuration Data in the Advanced menu to Yes This is required to update the hardware configuration information See Chapter 4 for details 8 8 Upgrading Your Modular Server Removal Remove the DIMM in the following procedure NOTE To remove the defected DIMM check the error message appearing on POST or NEC ESMPRO to confirm the modular server on which the detected DIMM 1s installed 1 After providing the shutdown processing for the modular server to be removed turn off the power of the modular server 2 Pull out the modular server from the Module Enclosure See Chapter 3 for details 3 Place the modular server on anti static sheet with little dust Open the levers at both ends of the DIMM socket to be removed The lock is released to allow you to remove the DIMM Install a new DIMM only when replacing a DIMM Turn on the power of the modular server Make sure that no error message appears in POST See Chapter 7 for details of the POST error mess
103. rsists contact your service representative Troubleshooting 7 27 SOLVING PROBLEMS When the system fails to operate as expected see the following to find out your problem and follow the instruction given before asking for repair If the system still fails to operate successfully after solving your problem take a note on the on screen message and contact your service representative Modular Server Fail to power on LI Is the proper power supplied to the system Use the power cord shipped with the Module Enclosure In addition make sure that the outer cover of the power cord is not broken and the cord at the plug is not bent Make sure that the DC output switch on EcoPowerGateway is set to ON Make sure that the modular server is installed correctly The BIOS SETUP utility of modular server allows you to set the feature for power link with the Module Enclosure lt Menus to check AC LINK in Server menu gt LJ Does the EcoPowerGateway contain the required number of power units Refer to the User s Guide of EcoPowerGateway for the required number of power units LJ Does the Module Enclosure contain the required number of fans in proper location Refer to the User s Guide of Module Enclosure for the required number of fans and their installation locations LJ Did you turn on the power of Module Enclosure within 5 seconds after AC power is supplied to the modular server
104. ructions may result in death or serious personal injury See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details Do not disassemble repair or alter the equipment m Do not remove the lithium battery m Disconnect the power plug before working with the equipment Observe the following instructions to use the equipment safely Failure to follow these instructions may cause a fire personal injury or property damage See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details Avoid installation in extreme temperature conditions m Make sure to complete device installation m Do not pinch your finger s with component 7 44 Troubleshooting The following figure illustrates the jumper switch location lt CMOS CLR gt lt PASSWORD gt 210000 12 2 0000 12 1 890 Chae Protect 188829 Protect OOO 12 2 000 12 2 O 1 H 000 fi Clear 1 2 sete 11 Clear Clearing CMOS Data Record the current BIOS settings 2 See the section Preparing for Installation and Removal as described in Chapter 8 of this guide to prepare 3 Move the clip over pins 1 and 2 Then put it back over pins 10 and 12 Short circuit pins 10 and 12 to protect the CMOS data Short circuit pins 1 and 2 to clear the CMOS data Run BIOS SETUP utility and restore the parameter settings recorded in Step 1 5 Save and exit the SETUP utility Clearing Password 1 See the section Preparing for Installation and Removal as described in Chapter 8 of this guide to prepare 2 Move the clip over pi
105. scribed in Chapter 3 Package the device in the bag or carton box used at the shipment before relocating or storage IMPORTANT If you use the equipment after transported or relocated check the system timer and adjust it 1f necessary If the system timer advances or delays remarkably with the passage of time contact your service representative to repair it The modular server or internal option device may be dewed if it 1s brought to a warm place from a cold place suddenly Using a modular server or an internal device with dew attached may cause malfunction or failure Make sure to adapt them to the operating environment before using them When relocating or storing the Module Enclosure Refer to the User s Guide of Module Enclosure for details Chapter 7 Troubleshooting If your modular server does not operate as expected read this chapter before assuming a failure NOTE For provision against an unexpected failure it is recommended to install the maintenance utility NEC ESMPRO to your computer 7 2 Troubleshooting SYSTEM VIEWERS Monitor the occurrence of fault by NEC ESMPRO during the system operation Especially take note on whether any alert is reported to NEC ESMPRO Manager on the management PC Check whether any alert is reported on the Operation Window Information of server state constitution of NEC ESMPRO Manager or AlertViewer of NEC ESMPRO Manager Example 3 ESMPRO ServerManager Yersion5
106. select All Delete Unread gt Read Read gt Unread Summary Read Unread TCPAP Report Setting Manage Component Address mg sever mgr_server mg sava mg sava mg sava mg sava mgr_server mgr sevr mg svr mgr server mg savr mg sava mg sava 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 192 168 1 76 Recieved 2009 05 21 20 13 2009 05 21 20 12 2009 05 21 20 12 2009 05 21 20 11 2009 05 21 20 11 2009 05 21 20 09 2009 05 21 20 08 2009 05 21 20 08 2009 05 21 20 07 2009 05 21 20 07 2009 05 21 20 07 2009 05 21 20 06 2009 05 21 20 06 2009 05 21 20 06 2009 05 21 20 04 Z NEC ESMPRO Manager esm110rg1 Microsoft Internet Explorer loj xj ESMCpuPat ESMCpuPat ESMLocalPolling ESMLocalPolling ESMCpuPaf ESMFs Service ESMCpuPaf ESMFs Service ESMCpuPaf ESMFs Service ESMCpuPaf ESMCpuPaf ESMFs Service ESMCpuPat ESMCpuPat ie Local intranet Determine type and location of trouble occurred on modular server Troubleshooting 7 3 LAMPS The modular server includes lamps to indicate the modular server states by a variety of colors and display patterns on the front panel See Indications of STATUS lamp their meanings and actions against the indications in Chapter 2 for details 7 4 Troubleshooting
107. starts See Chapter 6 for details m System Management Use this menu to set parameters of BMC Baseboard Management Controller for remote control and alert This menu s function is the same as the System Management of the Maintenance Utility Troubleshooting 7 39 Maintenance Tools with Remote Console This subsection describes the procedures for using Maintenance Tools with remote console Maintenance Tools contains the remote console feature that allows the system administrator to set up the modular server from the management workstation management PC via the network or the modular server s COM B serial port IMPORTANT m Do not use this feature on any other computer than the modular server or on any other NEC Express series server Doing so may cause a failure of the computer Be sure to select Tool menu Redirection mode in Boot selection menu from the remote console Starting The following two methods are available to start the modular server Running Maintenance Tools from the management PC via LAN m Running Maintenance Tools from the management PC via direct connection COM For the procedure for starting Maintenance Tools with Remote Console refer to the online document of NEC ESMPRO Manager IMPORTANT m Do not change the boot device order in BOOT menu in BIOS SETUP NEC EXPRESSBUILDER cannot be used if the optical disk drive is not the first device to launch the system m Use the manage
108. sue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative Troubleshooting 7 19 On screen o Description Action message VBAT Alm 02 A voltage alarm lower limit occurred on lithium battery A voltage alarm upper limit occurred on lithium battery VBAT Alm 09 1 Take one of the following measures to power Power off the modular server by issuing an Check installation status of the lithium If the same error persists contact your off the modular server and then on Power off the modular server from OS then press the POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server battery mounted on modular server service representative 7 20 Troubleshooting On screen bene Description Action message BB 1 8v A
109. t disassemble repair or alter the equipment m Do not remove the lithium battery m Disconnect the power plug before working with the equipment Observe the following instructions to use the equipment safely Failure to follow these instructions may cause a fire personal injury or property damage See pages 1 2 to 1 6 for details Do not install the equipment in any place other than specified m Do not connect disconnect any interface cable with the power cord of the server plugged to a power source IMPORTANT m If the equipment needs to be relocated stored due to a change in the floor layout to a great extent contact your service representative m Be sure to make a backup copy of your valuable data in the hard disk drive if any m Make sure not to apply a shock to hard disk drive if installed on modular server m Store the equipment under the storage condition temperature 10 to 55 C humidity 20 to 80 without condensation to allow internal devices and the equipment to operate correctly in the next operation 6 8 Maintenance When relocating or storing the Module Enclosure with the modular servers being installed in it Refer to the User s Guide of Module Enclosure for how to relocate or store the modular server being installed in Module Enclosure When relocating or storing the modular server apart from the Module Enclosure Remove the device from the Module Enclosure according to the procedure de
110. talled memory View only Indicates the capacity of memory available in the area smaller than 4GB View only DIMM 1 Status Indicates the current E status Error DIMM 2 Status Memory Retest Extended RAM Step Normal Not Installed Error 1MB 1KB Every Location Disabled Sianal the current memory status Normal indicates that the memory device operates normally Error indicates that the memory device is defected View only Not Installed indicates that no memory device is installed See Chapter 8 for details of DIMM Set to Yes to clear the error information on the memory and perform retest The parameter is changed to No after the system is booted 1MB The memory test is performed in the unit of 1MB 1KB The memory test is performed in the unit of 1KB Every location Every memory device is tested Disabled Only memory initialization is performed Your Setting Factory set 4 12 Configuring Your Modular Server PCI Configuration Submenu Option Parameter Description ________ MYourSetting Onboard NIC N A IO A Onboard NIC Option Parameter Your Setting LAN Controller 1 Enabled Specify whether the LAN controller 1 is Disabled enabled or disabled LAN 1 Option ROM Enabled Specify whether the extraction of BIOS Scan Disabled of LAN controller 1 is enabled or disabled PXE iSCSI Select PXE Specify the ROM to be extracted for SCSI LAN controller
111. tem Event N A Logs Auto Clear Event Disabled If set to Enabled logs are Logs Enabled automatically cleared when the error log area is fulfilled Clear All Event Enter Press Enter to clear the system event Logs log Factory set If you press Enter on Clear All Event Logs the following message appears Clear System Event Log Are you sure to clear the System Event Log Yes No system Event Log Use f Home or End to view the newer or older system event logs recorded 4 24 Configuring Your Modular Server Boot If you move the cursor to the position of Boot the Boot menu appears which is used to set the boot priority 1 When BIOS detects a bootable device it displays the information on the device in the relevant indication To boot the system from a desired device the device must be registered as a boot device Up to eight boot devices can be registered 2 Pressing X after selecting a device allows the selected device to be registered as a boot device or deleted from the registration With eight boot devices being registered any other device cannot be registered as a boot device even if you press X To register a device as a boot device newly first delete the registration of a device registered as a boot device but not booted any more 3 You can change the boot priority first to eighth of each device by using f and or To change the priority of a device move t
112. tion in proportion to load Maintenance replacement of modular servers can be performed individually with exclusive hosting feature Factory installed EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 2 allows simplified operation and resource management Simplified resource management with sliding tag Easy installation with simplified rails High reliability Temperature detection Error notification Internal voltage monitoring feature Internal fan monitoring feature BIOS password feature Many Available Features Software power off Remote power on feature E AC Link feature Easy and Fine Setup SETUP BIOS setup utility General Description 2 3 NAMES AND FEATURES OF COMPONENTS This section describes the names and features of the components in the device Front View NEC 1 3 oo GE 2 3 FE 1 BB 4 J Bo ae 5 6 J Go G 7 o Oo O i o 8 o O O O o O O 9 N code Serial number Pull straight Sliding tag 1 POWER SLEEP lamp green The lamp goes on green when the modular server is powered on 2 POWER SLEEP switch The switch is intended to turn on or off the power of the modular server itself Pressing the switch for 4 seconds or longer causes the power supply to be turned off forcibly 3 DISK ACCESS lamp green The lamp indicates access status of hard disk drive 4 STATUS lamp green amber The lamp indicates the status of the modular server See Lamp Indications described later fo
113. to access the hard disk drive LJ Is the hard disk drive applicable to the modular server Operation of any device that 1s not authorized by NEC is not guaranteed LJ Is the hard disk drive properly installed Check if the hard disk drive is properly connected to the internal SAS SATA cable connector Fail to start the OS LJ Is the BIOS configuration correct Run the BIOS SETUP utility to change the boot order see Chapter 4 lt Menus to check Boot gt LI Is a floppy disk in the floppy disk drive Take out the floppy disk and restart the modular server A message Floppy disk is not ready appears even the floppy disk has been inserted in the external USB floppy disk drive A message Floppy disk is write protected appears even the floppy disk in the USB floppy disk drive is not write protected LJ It is not a failure Retry several times Inserted the correct DVD CD ROM but the message like the following is displayed The DVD CD ROM is not inserted or the wrong DVD CD ROM is inserted Please insert the correct DVD CD ROM LJ Is the data side of the DVD CD ROM dirty or damaged Take the DVD CD ROM out of the optical disk drive make sure that it is not dirty or damaged set it back again and click OK Troubleshooting 7 31 Fail to access to the DVD CD ROM Q Is the DVD CD ROM properly set in the optical disk drive tray Take the DVD CD ROM disk out of the tray and set it
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115. ts Select this item and press Enter to load the stored custom default values This menu does not appear when no custom default values are stored Save Custom Defaults Select this item and press Enter to save parameters set currently as the custom default values After the storage the Load Custom Defaults menu appears 4 26 Configuring Your Modular Server Discard Changes Select this item to return the values modified currently to the previous values before saving the values to CMOS Selecting Discard Changes causes the confirmation screen to appear Select Yes to discard the newly selected information and return to the previous values Save Changes Select this 1tem to save the newly selected information to CMOS non volatile memory without the termination of SETUP Selecting Save Changes causes the confirmation screen to appear Select Yes to save the newly selected information to CMOS non volatile memory Chapter 5 Installing and Using Utilities This section describes how to use the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD that comes with your Module Enclosure 1 way 5 2 Installing and Using Utilities Autorun Menu When the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD 1s inserted into the optical disk drive Windows automatically launches the menu as shown below E NEG EXPRESS BUILDER fx NEC EXPRESSBUILDER NOTE If the menu does not appear select My computer by using the Explorer and double click the icon of the optical disk
116. using the modular server safely Read this section carefully to ensure proper and safe use of the modular server For symbols see SAFETY INDICATIONS provided earlier A WARNING S Do not use the modular server for services where critical high availability may directly affect human lives The modular server is not intended to be used with or control facilities or devices concerning human lives including medical devices nuclear facilities and devices aeronautics and space devices transportation facilities and devices and facilities and devices requiring high reliability NEC assumes no liability for any accident resulting in personal injury death or property damage if the modular server has been used in the above conditions A Do not disassemble repair or alter the modular server Never attempt to disassemble repair or alter the modular server on any occasion other than described in this User s Guide Failure to follow this instruction may cause an electric shock or fire as well as malfunctions of the modular server de A Do not remove the battery Your modular server contains the lithium and NiMH or Li lon batteries Optional devices also contain various batteries Do not remove the battery Placing the battery close to a fire or in the water may cause an explosion When the modular server does not operate appropriately due to the dead batteries contact your service representative Do not disassemble the mo
117. ver Installation Install the hard disk drive in the following procedure 1 After providing the shutdown processing for the modular server to be removed turn off the power of the modular server 2 Pull out the modular server from the Module Enclosure See Chapter 3 for details 3 Place the modular server on anti static sheet with little dust Remove the four screws from the hard disk drive bracket 5 Secure the hard disk drive to the hard disk drive bracket with four screws Upgrading Your Modular Server 8 11 6 Install the hard disk drive to the modular server Use the four screws you have removed from the modular server in Step 4 NOTES m Make sure that the cable is surely connected to the hard disk drive and that connector on mother board m SAS hard disk drive is unavailable for the modular server 8 12 Upgrading Your Modular Server Removal Install the hard disk drive in the following procedure 1 After providing the shutdown processing for the modular server to be removed turn off the power of the modular server 2 Pull out the modular server from the Module Enclosure See Chapter 3 for details 3 Place the modular server on anti static sheet with little dust Remove the internal SAS SATA cable K410 223 00 IMPORTANT Keep the removed cable for future use 5 Remove the four screws from the hard disk drive bracket on modular server Upgrading Your Modular Server 8 13 7
118. will boot LJ Is BIOS configuration correct The boot device order may be specified with the BIOS SETUP utility of the modular server Use the BIOS SETUP utility to change the boot device order to boot the system from the optical disk drive first lt Menu to check Boot gt LJ Is the connected Flash FDD or inserted floppy disk formatted Make sure that the Windows recognizes that the connected Flash FDD or inserted floppy disk is formatted If not format it Problems with NEC ESMPRO For detailed explanations on NEC ESMPRO refer to the online document stored in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD that comes with your N8141 49F Module Enclosure 1way 7 34 Troubleshooting MAINTENANCE TOOLS The Maintenance Tools is used for preventive maintenance fault analysis and several settings IMPORTANT This guide contains procedures to use a floppy disk however your modular server 1s not equipped with factory installed floppy disk drive and optical disk drive Use the optional Flash FDD or USB FDD Starting Maintenance Tools Run the Maintenance Tools according to the following procedure 1 Turn on peripheral devices and the modular server in this order 2 Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER DVD supplied with your modular server into the optical disk drive 3 Press Ctrl Alt and Delete to reboot the modular server from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER You may also turn off and then on again to reboot the modular server Syst
119. wing measures to reboot reset the detected modular server OBD 7 3rd SMBus device Error Issue an OS command detected Press Ctrl Alt Del OBDA 4th SMBus device Error Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager OBDD 5th SMBus device Error Take one of the following measures to power off the modular detected server and then on OBEO 6th SMBus device Error Power off the modular server from OS then press the detected POWER SLEEP switch to power on Press the POWER SLEEP switch to power off the modular server then press it again to power on Issue a command from Web browser of EXPRESSSCOPE Engine or NEC ESMPRO Manager Power off the modular server by issuing an OS command or press the POWER SLEEP switch Take the modular server out of the Module Enclosure and install it again Then press the POWER SLEEP switch to turn on the modular server If the same error persists contact your service representative 8100 Memory Error detected in 1 Run BIOS SETUP and select Advanced Memory DIMM 1 Configuration Memory Retest Yes and reboot the 8101 Memory Error detected in modular server DIMM 2 DIMM may be faulty Replace it with new one 3 If the same error persists contact your service representative 8150 NVRAM Cleared By Contact your service representative Jumper 8151 Password Cleared By Jumper 7 12 Troubleshooting Error Messages on Virtual LCD If POST d
120. with NB CAE SIVIPIRO add 7 33 Naliienanos MOONS otras octal le 7 34 Slain Mamenance TOO 7 34 Funchon or Maintenance TOS iaa dias 7 37 Maintenance Tools with Remote Console ooooooooccccccnnnnnnnnnnononononnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnononoss 7 39 ci A 7 41 Starting the System Mana cOn a 7 41 Features of System Management 21 00cccoeacseesectesnocsveassensseevoncsbeessensseddencenbassenssaedonnsbensensss 7 41 Resetine the Modular SEVE resar edanan eeir E teint EEEE RE EEEE 7 42 Forced MM 7 42 Clearing CMOS Data and password eiorinn e i a a 7 43 clane CMOS Dalat ran AAA AA AA 7 44 COLCA OP A A aces elec naemneeaase wnane 7 44 Chapter 8 Upgrading Your Modular Servet cccccsseeeessseeeeeesseeeseeseeeeeseeesseeneensees 8 1 AU Ns 8 2 A A oe i aca chee Lea ieee haat Sea ct 8 3 Confirmation after Installation Removal ococccnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnininos 8 4 Preparation for Installation RemovValckccice eee e o iaa 8 5 Installation Removal O A id 8 6 SODIMM ode 8 6 Hard DIS DAVE e ea eo a de o ed ees 8 9 yi Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Using a Client Computer Which Has a CD Drive ccococccoccnicococincaninnna Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Modular Server This chapter includes information necessary for proper and safe operation of the modular server 1 2 Notes on Using Your Modular Server SAFETY NOTES This section provides notes on
121. y Action Example Symbol to draw attention Description of a danger Term indicating a degree of danger Plug in to a proper power source of the specified voltage A Use a proper wall outlet Use of an improper power source may cause a fire or a power leak Symbols Used in This User s Guide and Warning Labels Attentions PN Ds memanen TA meenamen TA eran on ec e A Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury Indicates that improper use may cause explosion A Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury A Indicates a general notice or warning that cannot be specifically identified Prohibited Actions Ny Do not disassemble repair or modify the modular server Otherwise an electric shock ON or fire may be caused SS Do not use the modular server in the place where water or liquid may pour Otherwise ES an electric shock or fire may be caused Do not place the modular server near the fire Otherwise a fire may be caused Do not touch the modular server with wet hand Otherwise an electric shock may be caused Do not touch the component specified by this symbol Otherwise an electric shock or burn may be caused Indicates a general prohibited action that cannot be specifically identified Mandatory Action Unplug the power cord of the modular server Otherwise an electric shock or fire may be caused Be sure to provide earthing Otherwise an electric shock or fire may be
122. your body contact with a metallic frame section of the cabinet to discharge the static electricity from your body Do not make bare hands contact with terminals and components on the DIMM In addition do not put the DIMM on a desk directly See Static Precautions for details of the static electricity m Do not use any DIMM not approved by NEC If an unapproved third party s DIMM is installed in the modular server not only the DIMM but also the modular server may be defected You will be charged by any repair of a malfunction or defect caused by such a device within the warranty period SO DIMM 2 SO DIMM 1 Upgrading Your Modular Server 8 7 Adding Order and Precautions m Install DIMMs one by one m Two DIMMs must be the same capacity and same speed Check the labels on the DIMM board Installation Install the DIMM on the modular server according to the following procedure 1 After the shutdown processing for the modular server to be removed turn off the power of the modular server 2 Take out the modular server from the Module Enclosure See Chapter 3 for details 3 Place the modular server on anti static sheet with little dust Insert the DIMM into the socket and push it straight IMPORTANT Use extreme care when installing a DIMM Applying too much pressure can damage the socket NOTE Make sure of the orientation of the DIMM The connecting side of the DIMM has a cut out key slot to prevent an inco
123. ystem This option is view only This menu appears only when Serial ATA is enabled Factory set 4 14 Configuring Your Modular Server Advanced Chipset Control Submenu Your Setting Option a Timer Disabled Specify whether the timer supporting a Enabled multimedia is enabled or disabled Wake On Disabled Specify whether the remote power on LAN PME Enabled feature through the device connected to the standard network card is enabled or disabled To use Wake On LAN feature set the link speed and duplex to Auto Wake On Ring Disabled Specify whether the remote power on Enabled feature through a serial port modem is enabled or disabled Wake On RTC Disabled Specify whether the remote power on Alarm Enabled feature by using RTC Real Time Clock alarm is enabled or disabled Factory set Configuring Your Modular Server 4 15 Security Select Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password and press Enter to display the pop up screen Note that User password setup is not available before Supervisor password setup Set a password on the pop up screen Enter a password of up to seven alphanumeric characters and symbols from the keyboard IMPORTANT m User password setup is not available before Supervisor password setup Do not set any password before installing the OS If you have forgotten your password ask your service representative Option Parameter Description Your Setting

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