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2. 4 Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 Set up the new hard drive s RAID configuration For related instructions go to the RAID configuration utilities section on page 114 48 3 System upgrade Contiguring a 5 25 inch storage device The three 5 25 inch device bays support a variety of storage devices for additional storage capacity and scalability Go to page 4 for a list of supported storage devices By default the system ships with a DVD ROM drive installed on the topmost device bay and a floppy drive on the bottom most device bay You can choose to replace these default drives or you can install a new storage device on the middle device bay To install an optional storage device 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page 37 2 Ifyou intend to replace a default storage device the DVD drive or the floppy drive go to the next step If you intend to install a new storage device on the middle device bay go to step 5 3 Disconnect the power and data cables IDE or FDD data cable from rear of the old drive 4 Remove the default drive you intend to replace 1 Move the release slider of the selected drive to the unlock position ig 2 Pull the drive out of the device bay The figure below shows how to uninstall the DVD ROM drive Q000000000 Doooo0o Proceed to step 6 for instructions on h
3. 14 Power button Press to turn the server on off or to put it in standby mode 15 FDD Eject button Press this button to eject the floppy disk from the FDD 16 Floppy disk drive Disk drive for reading floppy disks 17 FDD activity indicator When the LED indicator is lit there is an ongoing FDD activity 11 Rear panel CRESS BEERS dd OARERSECSERASOS O CREER CRETE DCS OSCE SK VRELO OCOLI LEBO ORRERI STE OSOE ORR RE EE 02200 SEE il BA BE BEE P L P CESSER j ii ay 1 Power supply Push down the latch to disengage the module module from the chassis release latch 2 Power supply Connect the system power cord here module cord socket 3 Main power Provides the system s main power supply module supply 4 PS 2 mouse Connects to a PS 2 mouse port 5 PS 2 keyboard Connects to a PS 2 keyboard port 6 D Parallel port Connects to parallel devices 7 Serial port Connects to serial devices 8 foal EO Monitor port Connects to monitors 12 1 System tour 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Unit identification UID switch indicator USB 2 0 ports Gigabit LAN ports 1 2 PCI slot covers System fan Redundant power supply module bay Power supply module fault indicator
4. Flow Control Continue C R After POST Select whether to enable console redirection Console redirection enables users to manage the system from a remote location Select the baud rate for console redirection Select a terminal type to be used for console redirection Assign control for the console redirection flow Select whether to enable console redirection after POST Onboard COMA Disabled 300 1200 2400 9600 19 2K 38 4K 57 6K 115 2K VT100 VT100 8bit PC ANSI 7bit VT100 VT UTF8 None XON OFF CTS RTS On Off 95 Event Log Contiguration Clear all Event Logs Enter Clear All Event Press Enter then select whether to clear all entries in Logs the system event log Log POST Sys Select whether to enable the BIOS event Enabled Event log to be integrated in the system event Disabled log 96 4 System BIOS Boot menu The Boot menu allows you to set the drive priority during system boot up BIOS setup will display an error message if the drive s specified is not bootable 1 Legacy Floppy Drives DE Enter By default the server searches for boot devices in the following order 1 Floppy disk drive 2 Optical disc drive 3 Removable device 4 Hard drive 97 Exit menu The Exit menu displays the various options to quit from the BIOS setup Highlight any of the exit options then press Enter Main Advanced Secur ity Server Boot Item Specific Help Exit D
5. or from a disc 9 Turn on the system If the power indicator did not light up see Power indicator does not light on page 106 105 Verifying the condition of the storage devices As POST determines the system configuration it tests for the presence of each mass storage device installed in the system As each device is checked its activity indicator should turn on green briefly Check the activity indicators for the hard drive s DVD ROM drive floppy drive and any other 5 25 inch device you may have installed If any of these indicators fail to light up refer to related problems listed in the Specific problems and corrective actions section Confirming loading of the operating system Once the system boots up the operating system prompt appears on the screen The prompt varies according to the operating system If the operating system prompt does not appear see No characters appear the display monitor on page 109 106 5 System troubleshooting Specific problems and corrective actions Listed below are specific problems that may arise during the use of your server and their possible solutions Power indicator does not light Do the following e Make sure the power supply module is properly installed e Make sure the power cord is connected correctly e Make sure that the wall outlet has power Test it by plugging another device e Make sure the power indicator on the front panel is lit up green e R
6. processor e The CPU 1 socket must always be populated If no processor is installed in this socket the system will fail to boot e Before removing a processor make sure to back up all important system files e When installing a second processor make sure it has same stepping and frequency specifications as the default processor e Handle the processor and the HSF assembly carefully Damage to either may prevent the system from functioning properly Note A long nosed screwdriver is needed to remove install the HSF assembly To upgrade the default processor 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page 37 2 Lay the server on its side components showing 3 Disconnect the processor 1 HSF cable from its mainboard connector 51 4 Remove the HSF assembly 1 Use a long nosed screwdriver to loosen the four HSF mounting pins 2 Once you have loosened all four mounting pins lift the HSF away from the mainboard 3 Lay down the HSF in an upright position with the thermal patch facing upward Do not let the thermal patch touch the work surface Use an alcohol pad to wipe off the thermal grease from both the HSF assembly and the processor socket retention plate 5 Remove the default processor Warning The processor becomes very hot when the system is on Allow it to cool off first before handling 1 Release then lift up the load lever 2 Open the retention plate to expose the socket
7. system As you slide the system in and out of the rack the cable arm collapses and extends keeping the cables untangled and attached to the system To install the cable arm 1 Attach the cable arm to the rear panel using two U 6 32 x 6 4 screws 2 Install two M6 cage nuts into the vertical rail to which the cable arm Is to be attached 131 3 Extend the cable arm enough to attach it to the installed M6 cage nuts and secure it with two M6 x 18 screws 4 Arrange the server cables 1 Connect the power peripheral and networking cables into their appropriate ports on the rear panel Go to page 28 for related instructions 2 Secure all server cables to the cable arm using the cable clamps a e a i a un eee 132 Appendix B Rack mount configuration Index Numerics 5 25 inch device bays install 48 location 9 supported devices 4 A Acer EasyBUILD scope 31 using 31 air duct location 13 remove 5 7 ARMC 3 module board layout 20 install 64 mainboard slot 16 specifications 7 backplane board board layout 17 cable connections 42 Basic Input Output System see BIOS 71 BIOS CMOS RAM 71 configure 72 o
8. 37 2 Remove the side panel 1 Remove the two screws located on the rear edge of the side panel 2 Press the side panel release button 3 Slide the side panel toward the rear of the chassis to disengage it 40 3 System upgrade Removing the front bezel 1 Remove the side panel Refer to the previous section for instructions 2 Remove the front bezel 1 Release the bezel door retention tabs from the chassis interior 2 Pull the bezel away from the chassis 41 Contiguring the hard drive The two HDD cage bays of the Altos G540 accommodates both hot plug and easy swap HDD cage models The main difference between these two cage models is the presence of a backplane board on the rear side of the hot plug HDD cage Both cage models support up to four SATA2 or SAS hard disk drives The system ships out with only a single HDD cage occupying the top cage bay You have the option to purchase an extra HDD cage to provide the system with additional storage capacity and scalability Contact your local Acer representative for more information Note The HDD cage comes with HDD dummy covers You need to purchase a blank HDD carrier to install a hard drive Installing a HDD cage 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page 37 2 Remove the HDD cage bay metal cover from the front chassis 1 Remove the one screw that secures the cover 2 Detach th
9. Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Enabled Hardware Select whether to enable the speculative Enabled Prefetcher prefetch unit of the processor Disabled Adjacent Cache When enabled cache lines are fetched in Enabled Line Prefetch pairs When disabled only the required Disabled cache line is fetched 78 Memory Configuration O A 4 System BIOS Memory Configuration Item Specific Help Extended Memory 1022 MB j Enables Branch 1 rank DIMM sparing feature DIMM Group 1 Status 1024 MB DIMM Group 2 Status Not Installed DIMM Group 3 Status Not Installed DIMM Group 4 Status Not Installed DIMM Group 5 Status Not Installed DIMM Group 6 Status Not Installed DIMM Group 7 Status Not Installed DIMM Group 8 Status Not Installed Memory Retest No Extended RAM Step Disabled Memory Branch Mode Inter leave Branch 0 Rank Sparing Enter Total size of extended memory detected during POST Extended Memory DIMM Group 1 8 Status Memory Retest Extend RAM Setup Memory Branch Mode Branch 0 1 Rank Sparing The size of memory installed on each of the FBD slots Select whether to delete the historical memory data log System memory will be retested on the next boot up Select whether to enable extended memory testing during boot up Select the type of memory branch mode to employ Select whether to enable sparing for the selected memory branch Yes No Enabled Disabled S
10. Event log capacity Space Available the DMI event log Event Logging Enabled ECC Event Logging Enabled Mark DMI events as read Enter Clear all Event Logs No ais Enter Event Log Indicates the validity of the DMI event log Validity Event Log Displays the space capacity allotted for the DMI event log Capacity 88 4 System BIOS View DMI Event Log Event Logging ECC Event Logging Mark DMI Events as Read Clear All Event Logs Press Enter to view the DMI Desktop Management Interface event log To return to the DMI Event Logging submenu click Continue in the Event Log window Select whether to allow logging of all Enabled Select whether to allow logging of ECC Enabled events Disabled Press Enter to view the DMI event log then select an log entry to mark as read Select whether to delete all DMI eventlog Yes entries during the next system start up No 89 Security menu The Security menu allows you to safeguard and protect the system from unauthorized use by setting up access passwords Main Advanced Server Boot Exit Item Specific Help Supervisor Password Is Clear User Password Is Clear Supervisor Password Enter controls access to the Set User Passuord Enter setup utility Passuord on boot Disabled F1 Tl F9 Esc Enter F10 There are three types of passwords that you can set Supervisor password Entering this password will allow the user to access
11. Power supply module status indicator Press to mark a particular server unit within a server group when rack mounted for purpose of identification during servicing or maintenance procedures blue Connects to USB devices Connects to an Internet or intranet network Protects the vacant expansion slots Regulates the system airflow Accommodates an optional hot swap redundant power supply module Indicates the occurrence of a fault condition in the power supply module green amber Indicates the status of the power supply module green Internal components ii 1 Redundant power supply module bay 2 Air duct 3 Heat sink fan HSF assemblies 4 Release sliders for the 5 25 inch devices 5 Release sliders for the HDD cages 6 Mainboard 7 PCI slot lock levers 8 System fan Users have the option to purchase a redundant system fan unit 13 1 System tour 14 System boards Mainboard CZ o
12. Press Esc twice and select Exit the Configuration Utility and Reboot Proceed to the installation of the operating system Refer to the user documentation that came with your OS for related instructions LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility This section explains how to create a RAID 1 volume when the LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID controller board is installed To initialize the LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility 1 Turn on the server and the monitor If the server is already turned on close all open applications then restart the server During POST press Ctri H on the RAID BIOS prompt After POST completion the Adapter Selection window will appear Click Start to launch the Configuration menu To load the factory default RAID setting 1 On the Configuration menu select Adapter Properties to display the current adapter settings Click Next to change the adapter setting Change the setting of Set Factory Defaults from No to Yes then click Submit Press Ctrl Alt Del to reboot the server 118 Appendix A Server management tools To create and Initialize a RAID volume 1 Access the Configuration menu 2 Click Configuration Wizard 3 Click Add Configuration then click Next 4 Click Custom Configuration then click Next 5 Use the Ctrl key to select the drives that you want to add into the array 6 After selecting the drives click Accept DG then Next Select the RAID Level you want to use C
13. Server Boot Exit Iten Specific Help 11 56 00 07 07 2006 lt Tab gt lt Shift Tab gt or TBESH E28A1 lt Enter gt selects field 06 30 06 Genuine Intel R CPU 3 00GHz 3000 MHz 4 Total Memory Size 1022 MB System Time System Date BIOS Version BIOS Date Processor CPU Type CPU Speed CPU Count Total Memory Size SR Enter Set the system time following the hour minute second format Set the date following the weekday month day year format Version number of the BIOS setup utility Date when the BIOS setup utility was created Technical specifications for the installed processor Total size of system memory detected during POST 75 Advanced menu The Advanced menu display submenu options for configuring the function of various hardware components Select a submenu item then press Enter to access the related submenu screen gt Advanced Processor Options Enter 76 4 System BIOS Advanced Processor Options en Advanced Processor Options Item Specific Help Select Yes BIOS will Genuine Intel clear historical 3000 MHz processor status and Processor CPUID Disabled retest all processors on next boot Hyper thread ing Enabled Intel R Virtualization Technology Enabled C1 Enhanced Mode Disabled Execute Disable Bit Enabled gt CPU Cache Control Enter Processor Retest CPU Type CPU Speed Processor CPUID Processor L2 Ca
14. This chapter discusses the precautionary measures and installation procedures you need to know when upgrading the system 37 Installation precautions Before you install any server component it is recommended that you read the following sections first These sections contain important ESD precautions along with pre installation and post installation procedures ESD precautions Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage static sensitive hardware components such as the processor disk drives and the system boards Always observe the following precautions before you install a server component Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until you are ready to install it Do not touch the component pins leads or circuitry Components with a Printed Circuit Board PCB assembly should always be laid with the assembly side down Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the server before handling components If a wrist strap is not available maintain contact with the server throughout any procedure requiring ESD protection Keep the work area free of nonconductive materials such as ordinary plastic assembly aids and foam packing 38 3 System upgrade Pre installation instructions Perform the steps below before you open the server or before your remove or replace any component Num A W N Warning Failure to properly turn off the server before you start perform any hardware configurat
15. and change all settings in the Setup Utility User password Entering this password will restrict a user s access to the Setup menus To enable or disable this field a supervisor password must first be set A user can only access and modify the System Time System Date and Set User Password fields Power on password When the Password on Boot field is enabled a password will be required to boot up the server To enable or disable this field a supervisor password must first be set 90 4 System BIOS Supervisor This parameter indicates whether a Clear Password Is supervisor password has been assigned Enabled User Password Is This parameter indicates whether a user Clear password has been assigned Enabled Set Supervisor Press Enter to configure the supervisor password Password Set User Press Enter to configure the user password Password Password On Select Enabled to activate security check Disabled Setting a system password 1 Use the up down keys to select a password parameter Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password then press Enter A password box will appear 2 Type a password then press Enter The password may consist of up to six alohanumeric characters A Z a z 0 9 3 Retype the password to verify the first entry then press Enter again 4 Press F10 Select Yes to save the new password and close the Setup Utility 91 Changing a system password 1 Use the up down keys to select a pa
16. body 3 Grasp the processor by its edges and lift it out of its socket 52 3 System upgrade Store the old processor inside an anti static bag Remove the new processor from its protective packaging Install the new processor 1 Hold the processor by its edges then insert it in the socket Make sure that the alignment tabs on the socket fit the two notch located on the edge of the processor The pins are keyed in such a way that you cannot install the processor in the wrong orientation without bending the pins 2 Close the retention plate 3 Engage the load lever back into place 9 Apply the thermal interface material 1 Use an alcohol pad to wipe off the old thermal grease from both the HSF assembly and the processor socket retention plate 2 Apply a thin layer of an Acer approved thermal interface material before installing the HSF Make sure that only a very thin layer is applied so that both contact surfaces are still visible 53 10 Reinstall the HSF assembly 1 Align then insert the HSF on top of the retention plate 2 Use a long nosed screwdriver to tighten the four HSF mounting pins to secure the assembly 11 Reconnect the HSF cable to its mainboard connector Refer to the Mainboard section on page 14 for the location of the HSF connectors 12 Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 To install a second processor 1 Perform steps 1 through 4 of the
17. devices do not have an FCC logo or FCC IDE on the label Class B devices have an FCC logo or FCC IDE on the label Once the class of the device is determined refer to the following corresponding statement Class A equipment This device 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 instructions 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 personal expense Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations Notice Peripheral devices Only peripherals input output devices terminals printers etc certified to comply with the Class A limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority which is granted by the Federal Communications Com
18. jumpers correctly set Are all switch settings on add in boards and peripheral devices correct To check these settings refer to the manufacturer s documentation that comes with them If applicable ensure that there are no conflicts e g two add in boards sharing the same interrupt 104 5 System troubleshooting Hardware diagnostic testing This section provides a detailed approach to identifying a hardware problem and its cause Checking the boot up status Caution Before disconnecting any peripheral cables from the server turn off the system and any peripheral devices Failure to do so can cause permanent damage to the system and or the peripheral device 1 Turn off the system and all external peripheral devices 2 Disconnect all peripheral devices from the system except for the keyboard and the display monitor 3 Make sure the system power cord is plugged into a properly grounded AC outlet and in the power supply module cord socket 4 Make sure the display monitor and keyboard are correctly connected to the system Turn on the display monitor Set the display brightness and contrast controls to at least two thirds of their maximum range Refer the documentation that came with your display monitor 7 If the operating system normally loads from the hard drive make sure there is no diskette in floppy drive and no disc in the DVD ROM drive 8 Ifthe power indicator is lit attempt to boot from a floppy diskette
19. previous section 2 Prepare the processor socket 2 for installation Refer to steps 5 1 and 5 2 of the previous section 3 Install the new processor Refer to steps 7 and 8 of the previous section 54 3 System upgrade 4 Reinstall the HSF assembly 1 Align then insert the HSF on top of the retention plate 2 Use a long nosed screwdriver to tighten the four HSF mounting pins to secure the assembly 5 Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 55 Upgrading the system memory This section explains the procedures for removing and installing a fully buffered memory module System memory interface The mainboard has eight DIMM slots divided into two memory branches Each branch is made up of two channels each which in turn comprised of two FBD slots e Branch 0O e Channel A DIMMA1 and DIMMA2 e Channel B DIMMB1 and DIMMB2 e Branch 1 e Channel C DIMMC1 and DIMMC2 e Channel D DIMMD1 and DIMMD2 al RAR AA DIMMC2 DIMMC1 DIMMB2 Branch 0 MEn M DIMMD2 RAIN DIMMD1 Branch 1 1 DIMMA2 DIMMA1 System memory configuration guidelines e To ensure data integrity use only Acer approved 240 pin DDR2 667 FBD ECC modules in 512 MB 1 GB or 2 GB capacities e Use identical modules same specification for size speed and organization 56 3 System upgrade e Observe the population sequence illustrated in the table below when installing a memo
20. section for related procedure otherwise reinstall the air duct then observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 To install an FBD Perform steps 1 through 3 of the previous section 2 Select an empty FBD slot 3 If necessary open the holding clips of the selected FBD slot 4 Remove the new FBD from its protective packaging handling it by the edges 5 Install the FBD 1 Align the FBD so that the notch on the slot fits the keyed edge of the module then press the module at both ends to seat it fully into the slot If you insert an FBD but it does not fit easily into the slot you have inserted it incorrectly Reverse the orientation of the module and insert it again 59 2 Firmly press the holding clips inward to lock the FDB in place If the holding clips do not close the FBD is not properly inserted Reinstall the air duct Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 The system automatically detects the amount of memory installed Run the BIOS setup to view the new value for total system memory and make a note of it 60 3 System upgrade Installing an expansion card This section explains how to install an expansion card O interface Altos G540 has six PCI bus slots with of three separate bus segments namely e PCI E 1 PCI E 4 and PCI E 5 PCI Express x8 slots e PCI X 2 and PCI X 3 64 bit 66 100 MHz PCI X slots e PCI7 One 32 bit 33 MHz PCI bu
21. shock hazards do not open the power supply module There are no serviceable parts inside the module Caution Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic gt gt e gt components Make sure that you are properly grounded before handling a power supply module 67 To install a hot swap power supply module 1 Detach the cover from the chassis Keep the cover for future reassembly 2 Slide the module into the empty bay until you feel resistance and it locks into place 3 Verify that the power status indicators on the main power supply and on the newly installed redundant power supply are illuminated green 68 3 System upgrade 4 System BIOS This chapter gives information about the system BIOS and discusses how to configure the system by changing the settings of the BIOS parameters 71 BIOS overview BIOS setup is a hardware configuration program built into the system s Basic Input Output System BIOS Since most systems are already properly configured and optimized there is no need to run this utility You will need to run this utility under the following conditions e When changing the system configuration settings e When redefining the communication ports to prevent any conflicts e When modifying the power management configuration e When changing the password or making other changes to the security setup e When a configurati
22. the LSI 1068 SAS controller board is installed To initialize the LSI Logic Contig Utility 1 Turn on the server and the monitor If the server is already turned on close all open applications then restart the server 2 During POST press Ctrl C on the SAS BIOS prompt To load the factory default RAID setting 1 On the LSI Logic Config Utility press AIt N to display Global Properties Select Restore Defaults then press Enter Press Esc then select Save changes then exit this menu Select SAS1068 then press Enter Select Advanced Adapter Properties then press Enter Select Restore Defaults then press Enter N HM 0 BP ww N Press Esc twice then select Save changes then exit this menu To create a RAID 1 volume with a hot spare disk 1 On the LSI Logic Config Utility click SAS1068 then press Enter 2 Select RAID Properties then press Enter 3 Select Create IM Volume then press Enter 4 Move the cursor to the RAID Disk column 5 Press the space bar to change the setting from No to Yes The Drive Status will be marked as Primary O Move the cursor to another disk Press the space bar to change the setting from No to Yes The Drive Status will be marked as Secondary 10 11 117 Move the cursor to the Hot Spr column and select another disk Press the space bar to change the setting from No to Yes The Drive Status will be marked as Hot Spare Press C then select Save changes then exit this menu
23. the rack Install into the vertical rails of the rack for cable arm support Install into the vertical rails of the rack for server support Secure the mounting rails to the chassis Secure the rack handles to the chassis 4 e Attach the cable arm to the chassis 2 124 Appendix B Rack mount configuration Vertical mounting hole pattern The four vertical rails of the system rack contain mounting holes arranged in a manner shown in the figure below o A o 4th U o y o A o 3rd U o pya 10 a 3rd 2nd U H 2nd c st A oO 1st U oO oOo oO O OB O OO B O O O0 O O0 O DE D EE O PE BA a LEE Pi The system occupies 5U in the rack Count the U positions and hole numbers from the bottom up The distance from the center of two holes with closer spacing to the center of the next pair is equivalent to 1U Note The unit of measurement used in this guide is U 1U 1 75 inches or 44 45 mm The total sum of the heights of all components in the rack measured in U cannot exceed the height of the rack For more information refer to the documentation that came with the system rack When installing components you must start your measurement from the center of the two holes with closer spacing Otherwise the screw holes on the component may not match those on the rack 125 Rack installation procedures Preparing the
24. to seat it fully into the slot When the module is properly installed the holding clips will automatically lock in place 2 Secure the module with the one screw 6 Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 64 3 System upgrade Installing the ARMC 3 module Remote system management just got easier with the new ARMC 3 module The module provides high performance KVM keyboard video mouse redirection and features a dedicated NIC port for faster network access To install the ARMC 3 module 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page 37 2 Locate the IPMB_6 slot If necessary remove any boards or cables that prevent access to it If necessary open the holding clips of the IPMB_6 slot 4 Remove the ARMC 3 module from its protective packaging handling it by the edges 5 Install the ARMC 3 module 1 Align the module so that the notch on the IPMB_6 slot fits the keyed edge of the module then press the module at both ends to seat it fully into the slot When the module is properly installed the holding clips will automatically lock in place 2 Secure the module with the one screw 6 7 65 Install the dedicated NIC port card 1 2 3 4 5 Press the release latch of the slot cover opposite the IPMB_6 slot The release latch highlighted in the figure below is for illustration purpose only Pull out the slot cover and store it for reasse
25. which bus to set the route port 80h cycles on 3F8 IRQ4 2F8 IRQ3 3E8 IRQ4 2E8 IRQ3 Enabled Disabled Output only Bi Directional EPP ECP 378 278 IRQ5 IRQ7 Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled PCI LPC 83 Parallel ATA Select whether to enable support for Enabled PATA devices Disabled Serial ATA Select whether to enable support for Enabled SATA devices Disabled Native Mode Select the native mode for the SATA Auto Operation function Serial ATA SATA Controller Select whether to set SATA PATA Compatible Mode Option devices to legacy Compatible or Enhanced native Enhanced mode Selecting the Enhanced mode will display the SATA RAID Enable field Enable this option to use the onboard SATA RAID controller IDE Configuration The IDE Configuration submenu lets you define the parameter settings related to the system hard drive s a O IDE Configuration Item Specific Help gt IDE Channel 6 Slave None gt IDE Secondary Master ST380013AS 2 1 gt IDE Secondary Slave Nonel F1 t F9 Esc lt Enter F10 84 4 System BIOS O Channel 0 Secondary Master Slave ne IDE Secondary Master ST380013AS 52 1 Item Specific Help User you enter LBA Format parameters of hard disk Total Sectors 156301488 drive installed at this Maximum Capacity 80026MB SATA2 comection Auto autotypes Multi Sector Transfers 16 Sectors hard disk drive
26. 6 clear password 16 system passwords change 91 power on password 89 remove 91 set 90 supervisor password 89 user password 89 system reset cold boot 101 soft boot 101 system setup connect peripherals 28 install OS 31 pre installation requirements 27 turn on system 29 system upgrade 5 25 inch storage device 48 ARMC 3 module 64 BMC module 63 ESD precautions 37 expansion card 60 hard drive 41 installation precautions 37 memory 55 post installation instructions 38 preinstallation instructions 38 processor 50 redundant power supply module 66 SAS controller board 62 T thermal grease 52 troubleshooting display problems 109 DVD ROM drive problems 107 FAQ 106 FDD problem 106 hardware diagnostics 104 HDD problem 107 initial checklist 103 initial startup problems 102 memory problem 107 network problems 108 power indicator problem 106 software program problem 108 system reset 101 USB device problems 108 U UID switch 12 unit identification see UID switch 12 USB ports front 10 rear 12 troubleshooting 108 user password 89 W wake up events Wake on LAN 79 Wake on Ring 79 Wake on RTC alarm 79 Z ZCR compatible PCI X slot 17 SAS ZCR option 17 Zero Channel RAID see ZCR 17
27. Acer Altos G540 Series User s Guide Copyright 2006 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Acer Altos G540 Series User s Guide Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to the unit All correspondence concerning the unit should include these information No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated Acer Altos G540 Series Model Name G540 Part Number MU R230E 001 Purchase Date Place of Purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc Other company s product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies Notices FCC notice Class A
28. Enabled Pre Win2k OS s do not Serial ATA Enabled work in Enhanced mode Native Mode Operation Auto Compat iblel DE Enter Serial Port A B When enabled allows you to configure Enabled the serial port settings Disabled When set to Auto allows the server s Auto BIOS or OS to select a configuration When set to Disabled displays no configuration for the serial port 82 4 System BIOS Base I O address Parallel Port Mode Base I O Address Interrupt PS 2 Mouse USB Controller USB 2 0 Controller Legacy USB Support Route Port 80h Cycles to Base I O address and IRQ setting for the selected serial port When enabled allows you to configure the parallel port settings Sets the operation mode for the parallel port When set to Bi Directional allows normal speed operation in a two way mode When set to EPP Enhanced Parallel Port allows bi directional parallel port operation at maximum speed When set to ECP Extended Capabilities Port allows the parallel port to operate in a bi directional mode and at a speed higher than the maximum data transfer rate Base I O address of the parallel port IRQ setting of the parallel port Enable this parameter if you intend to use a mouse or trackball with a PS 2 interface Enables or disables the onboard USB controller Enables or disables the onboard USB 2 0 controller Enables or disables support for legacy USB devices Select
29. IOS Boot Configuration A Boot Configuration Item Specific Help Disab ledl Display the diagnostic No screen during boot Reset Configuration Data Multiprocessor Specification 1 4 Post Error Pause Enabled After Power Failure Last State NunLock On FF Enter Boot time Choose whether to display the boot time Enabled Diagnostic diagnostic screen during POST Disabled Screen Reset Select whether to erase data in the section Yes Configuration of memory for ESCD Extended System No Data Configuration Data which stores the configuration settings for non PnP plug in devices Multiprocessor Select the multiprocessor MP specification 1 4 Specification revision level 1 1 Note Some operating system will require a 1 1 setting for compatibility reasons POST Error Select whether to pause POST when a Enabled Pause boot up error is detected Disabled 87 After Power Defines the power state to resume to aftera Last State Failure system shutdown that is due to an Stay Off interruption in AC power When set to Last State the system will return to the active power state prior to shutdown Power On When set to Stay Off the system remains off after power shutdown When set to Power On the system will be turned on from a power failure NumLock Select the NumLock behavior during On boot up Off DMI Event Logging DMI Event Logging Item Specific Help Event log validity Valid View the contents of
30. LBA Mode Control Enabled installed here 32 Bit 1 0 Disabled CD ROM a CD ROM drive Transfer Mode FPIO 4 DMA 21 is installed here Ultra DMA Mode Mode 5 ATAPI Removable removable disk drive is installed here Enter Type Selects the drive type Auto None CD ROM ATAPI Removable IDE Removable User Total Sectors Total number of sectors available in the selected hard drive Maximum Maximum capacity of the selected hard drive Capacity Multi Sector Set the multi Sector transfer mode 16 Sectors Transfers Disabled 2 Sectors 4 Sectors 8 Sectors LBA Mode Selects the hard disk drive translation Enabled Control method For drivers with more than Disabled 504 MB LBA mode is necessary 32 bit I O Enables or disables the 32 bit data Enabled transfer function Disabled 85 Transfer Select a transfer mode to enhance hard Fast PIO 4 Mode disk performance Standard Fast PIO 1 Fast PIO 2 Fast PIO 3 FPIO 3 DMA 1 FPIO 4 DMA 2 Ultra DMA Selects DMA Direct Memory Access Mode 6 Mode mode Disabled Mode 0 Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Mode 4 Mode 5 Floppy Configuration The Floppy Configuration submenu displays the type of floppy disk drive installed in the server Floppy Configuration Item Specific Help Selects floppy type Note that 1 25 MB 3 references a 1024 byte sector Japanese media format The 1 25 MB 3 diskette requires a 3 Mode floppy disk drive Enter 86 4 System B
31. OAT support via Intel ESB2 Media storage e Two 5 25 inch device bays support e CD ROM DVD ROM DVD RW DVD combo drive e DAT tape drive e AIT tape drive e LTO 2 half height tape drive e 3 5 floppy disk drive FDD e Two hard disk drive HDD cage bays support e Hot swap or easy swap HDD cages e Up to eight SAS SATA2 drive support four drives per HDD cage e Embedded SATA2 controller with six onboard connectors I O ports Two front USB 2 0 ports e Parallel port PS 2 keyboard port e Four rear USB 2 0 ports PS 2 mouse port e Two Gigabit LAN ports Serial port RJ 45 Monitor port Power supply and system fan 610 watts power supply with redundant option System fan with redundant option Hardware monitoring and server management Winbond W83792D hardware monitoring IC for voltage temperature and fan speed detection LED indicators for constant monitoring of basic system function Acer Server Management ASM monitors potential problem spots in the network environment Operating system Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 0 Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 0 x86_64 Novell NetWare 6 5 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 0 SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 0 EM64T 6 1 System tour Mechanical e Chassis e Tool less chassis design for easy hardware access and configuration e Tower and rack mount 5U tray less setup options e Dimensi
32. S recovery jumper 1 2 Enable BIOS recovery 2 3 Disable default IDE cable connector Front USB connectors SATA2 data cable connectors Clear CMOS jumper Close 1 2 Normal CMOS settings default Close 2 3 Clear CMOS restore system defaults Intel ESB2 ICH south bridge CMOS battery BIOS flash ROM Read Only Memory FDD cable connector ITE ITE8712F A I O controller 32 bit 33 MHz PCI expansion slot Signal cable connector for the front panel LED indicators power button Chassis intrusion connector BMC and ARMC 3 modules slot SAS controller board slot ATI ES1000 video controller 17 37 38 39 40 PCI E 4 PCI E 5 U4 PCI X 2 PCI X 3 PCI E 1 PCI Express x8 expansion slots Video memory 64 bit 66 100 MHz PCI X expansion slots PCI Express x8 expansion slot 1 The PCI X 3 slot green supports the installation of a SAS ZCR Zero Channel RAID option card Backplane board The backplane board attached to rear of the hot plug HDD cage is what differentiate it from the easy swap HDD cage model 1 J7 to J10 SGIO_JP JP2 J4 CN1 and CN2 SAS SATA2 HDD access LED control jumpers Close 2 3 HDD LED control via pin 11 default Debug diagnostic connector SAF TE firmware flash connector Backplane b
33. SAS hard drive you need to first install the LSI 1068 SAS controller board option To install the SAS controller board 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page 37 2 Locate the SODIMM slot If necessary remove any cables that prevent access to it 3 Remove the SAS controller board from its protective packaging handling it by the edges 4 Install the SAS controller board 1 Align then insert the gold lined edge of the board into the SODIMM slot 2 Firmly press the board down to seat it properly 3 Secure the board with the one screw 5 Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 When you turn on the system the BIOS setup automatically detects and assigns resources to the new device For information on how to install a SAS HDD go to page 45 63 Installing the BMC module The optional BMC module allows system administrators to manage the Altos G540 system remotely over a network To install the BMC module 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page 37 2 Locate the IPMB_6 slot If necessary remove any boards or cables that prevent access to it If necessary open the holding clips of the IPMB_6 slot 4 Remove the BMC module from its protective packaging handling it by the edges 5 Install the BMC module 1 Align the module so that the notch on the IPMB_6 slot fits the keyed edge of the module then press the module at both ends
34. age 7 redundant modules 7 server management 7 hardware upgrade options 7 procedures 37 HDD cage bay location 10 install 41 remove 44 remove cover 43 heat sink fan cable connector CPU1 15 cable connector CPU2 15 install 53 remove 51 thermal grease 52 hot plug HDD activity indicator location 10 activity indicator status 22 cable connections 42 install 45 I O port connections 28 L LAN ports location 12 network connection indicator 22 network speed indicator 22 troubleshooting 108 LED indicators front panel 21 HDD carrier 22 LAN port 22 power supply module 23 LSI Logic Config Utility 116 LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility 117 mechanical specifications chassis 6 mainboard 6 media storage specification 4 upgrade option 7 memory BIOS settings 78 configuration guidelines 55 install 58 population order 56 remove 57 troubleshooting 107 monitor port 11 N north bridge 15 O Onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility 114 operating system configure 31 support 5 P parallel port BIOS setting 82 location 11 PCI bus slots BIOS settings 80 overview 60 PhoenixBlOS Setup Utility see BIOS Setup 72 POST error pause 86 turn on procedure 29 power boot up problems 30 boot up sequence 96 button location 10 cable socket 11 indicator location 9 indicator status 21 troubleshooting 106 turn off 33 turnon 29 power off via hardware 33 via software 33 power supply module fault indica
35. and is running at supported speed Network connection is not established 1 The status fault LED indicator is only enabled when the optional BMC module is installed on the mainboard To purchase this option contact your local Acer representative 22 1 System tour Hot plug HDD LED indicator A drive activity LED indicator is mounted on the hot plug HDD carrier The table below lists the possible drive states HDD access Blinking Ongoing hot plug HDD activity HDD failure On Hot plug HDD failure HDD rebuild Flashing green amber HDD is rebuilding data LAN port LED indicators Network Amber On GbE link network access speed top Green On 100 Mbps link network access Off 10 Mbps link network access Network Green On Active network link connection bottom Blinking Ongoing network data activity Off Off line network 23 Power supply module LED indicators Status top Green On Output requirements are met Off AC power is disconnected from the module Fault bottom Green On Input voltage requirements are met Amber On e Overvoltage e Overcurrent e Output short circuit Off AC power is disconnected from the module 24 1 System tour 2 System setup This chapter gives you instructions on how to prepare the system for operation Procedures for connecting peripherals are also explained 27 Setting up the system Pre installation requirements Selecting a site Before unpacking and installing th
36. ation guide Note EasyBUILD only supports the Microsoft and Red Hat Linux operating systems The Windows or Red Hat installation disc s is required to install the OS 32 2 System setup Rack mount configuration The Altos G540 server is a dual platform system that can be set up in both tower and rack mount configurations A rack mount kit is available for customers who prefer to mount the server in a system rack To purchase a rack mount kit contact your local Acer representative or order directly from http www acer com The figure below shows the Altos G540 server in a rack mount position For instructions on tower to rack configuration refer to Appendix B Rack mount configuration on page 119 33 Turning off the system There are two ways to turn off the server via software or via hardware The software procedure below applies to a system running on a Windows OS For other NOS shutdown procedures refer to the related user documentation To turn off the system via software 1 Press Ctrl Alt Delete on the attached keyboard or click the Start on the Windows taskbar 2 Select Shut Down 3 Select Shut down from the drop down menu then click OK To turn off the system via hardware If you cannot shut down the server via software press the power button for at least four seconds Quickly pressing the button may put the server in a Suspend mode only 34 2 System setup 3 System upgrade
37. by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Never push objects of any kind into this product through chassis slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel vi 11 12 13 14 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed a b If liquid has been
38. captive thumbscrews counterclockwise to loosen them 2 Slide the front bracket to the preferred length 3 Secure the front bracket in its preferred position by turning the captive thumbscrews clockwise 2 Do the same thing to the other front bracket 128 Appendix B Rack mount configuration 3 Install the mounting rails to the system rack 1 Install the mounting rails to the rack by using four M6 x 13 screws for each rail i ra 8 8 SE Sysco LE LE LE LE EC LE LE EE CELL 2 Extend the middle sliding piece of each mounting rail forward until you hear an audible click SK Ti 129 Installing the server in the system rack Warning To avoid injury care should be taken when pressing the inner rail release latches and sliding the component into the rack It also recommended that two or more people help in installing the server to the rack to minimize the chances of accidents 1 Press the release latch on both sides of the rack mounting rails 2 Carefully align the inner rails attached to the server with the fully extended mounting rails on the rack then push the server into the rack until you hear an audible click 130 Appendix B Rack mount configuration Installing the cable arm option The cable arm option allows you to tie wrap all cables to and from the
39. che Hyperthreading Select whether to delete the historical processor data log Processor s will be No retested on the next boot up Processor model name The processor speed is the speed at which a microprocessor executes instructions Clock speeds are expressed in megahertz MHz with 1 MHz being equal to 1 million cycles per second The faster the clock the more instructions the CPU can execute per second Processor ID number Processor second level cache size detected during POST Note This field is not shown on the above screenshot Select whether to enable the Intel Hyper Enabled Threading HT Technology function HT Disabled enables the host operating system to view a single physical processor to appear as two logical processors This can boost performance in OS and applications that are HT compliant 77 Intel Select whether to enable the Intel Enabled Virtualization Virtualization Technology function VT Disabled Technology allows a single platform to run multiple operating systems in independent partitions C1 Enhanced Select whether to enable the C1 Enhanced Enabled Mode mode for the processor If enabled all Disabled logical processors in a physical processor will run in a C1 state CPU Cache Set which processor cache functions to run during Control system debugging Press Enter to access the related submenu CPU Cache Control CPU Cache Control Item Specific Help Enab ledi FOR DEBUG ONLY
40. d video controller Verify that the add in video controller card is fully seated in its slot Reboot the system for the changes to take effect If there are still no characters on the screen after you reboot the system reboot it again Take note of the beep codes emitted during POST This information may be required if you seek technical assistance If POST does not emit any beep code and characters still does not appear the display monitor or the video controller may be defective Contact your local Acer representative or authorized dealer for technical assistance 110 5 System troubleshooting Appendix A Server management tools This appendix gives an overview of the different server management tools supported by your server 113 Server management overview The server management tools supported by the Altos G540 system is listed in the table below PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility ASM Acer Server Management Onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility LSI 1068 SAS Configuration Utility LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility Use this tool to configure the different hardware components and system functions memory processor and security settings Go to the BIOS setup chapter on page 69 for details This utility allows a system administrator to remotely manage the server in a network environment through a single management station For detailed instructions on how to install and use this utility re
41. ds Mainboard Backplane board SAS controller board BMC module ARMC 3 module System LED indicators Front panel LED indicators Hot plug HDD LED indicator LAN port LED indicators Power supply module LED indicators 2 System setup Setting up the system Pre installation requirements Connecting peripherals Turning on the system Power on problems Configuring the system OS Rack mount configuration Turning off the system 3 System upgrade Installation precautions ESD precautions Pre installation instructions Post installation instructions Opening the server Removing the side panel Removing the front bezel Configuring the hard drive LO O0 OO J A AWW gt Contents 33 37 38 38 39 39 40 41 viii Installing a HDD cage Removing a HDD cage Installing an additional hard drive Configuring a 5 25 inch storage device Upgrading the processor Upgrading the system memory Installing an expansion card Installing the SAS controller board Installing the BMC module Installing the ARMC 3 module Installing a redundant power supply module 4 System BIOS BIOS overview Entering BIOS setup BIOS setup primary menus BIOS setup navigation keys Main menu Advanced menu Advanced Processor Options Memory Configuration Advanced Chipset Control PCI Configuration I O Device Configuration IDE Configuration Floppy Configuration Boot Configuration DMI Event Logging Security menu Setting a system password Changing a system password Re
42. e 3 Prepare the blank HDD carrier for installation 1 Remove the four screws that secures the blank frame You will use these screws to secure the hard disk later 2 Detach the plastic frame from the HDD carrier 46 3 System upgrade 4 Align the new hard disk with the HDD carrier then secure it with the four screws you removed in step 3 1 5 Install the new hard drive into the cage 1 Slide the drive into the cage with the carrier handle still extended 2 Make sure that the drive is properly inserted before pushing the handle back until it clicks into place 6 Set up the new hard drive s RAID configuration For related instructions go to the RAID configuration utilities section on page 114 47 To install an easy swap hard drive 1 Remove the side panel from the chassis Go to page 39 for instructions 2 Observe steps 2 through 5 of the previous section 3 Connect the easy swap HDD cables 1 Connect the power connectors of the SAS SATA2 cable to the power supply module HDD power cables 2 Connect the data connectors of the SAS SATA2 cable to the signal connectors of the of the easy swap HDDs 3 Connect the other end of the SAS SATA2 power cable to the SAS1 1 connector of the SAS controller board
43. e cover from chassis Store this cover for future reinstallation oot QOOOOOUOOOOOOOoOoM O0000UOOO00C OOO0000O0000000QEC WWE WET yt mut 6 por O0 OCOE Cri 5 ey O0 42 3 System upgrade 3 Install the HDD cage 1 Slide the cage into the lower bay with the HDD carriers facing front The cage locked to the chassis with an audible click If you have installed a hot plug HDD cage proceed to next step for related drive cable connections Drive cable connections for an easy swap HDD can be found on page page 47 2 Connect the following cables to the hot plug HDD cage backplane board 1 Connect the hard drive power cables to the CN1 and CN2 connectors of the backplane board 2 Connect the SAS SATA2 cable to the SAS CON connector of the backplane board 43 3 Connect the other end of the SAS SATA2 cable to the SAS1 1 connector of the SAS controller board 4 Remove the HDD cage bay plastic cover from the front bezel 1 Use a flat blade screwdriver to disengage the tabs on the top edge of the cover from its bezel slots 2 Detach the cover from the bezel Store this cover for future
44. e system select a suitable site for the system for maximum efficiency Consider the following factors when choosing a site for the system e Near a grounded power outlet e Clean and dust free e Stable surface free from vibration e Well ventilated and away from sources of heat e Secluded from electromagnetic fields produced by electrical devices such as air conditioners radio and TV transmitters etc Checking the package contents Check the following items from the package e Acer Altos G540 system e Acer EasyBUILD DVD Pack e Acer Altos G540 accessory box e System keys attached to the rear of the bezel door If any of the above items are damaged or missing contact your dealer immediately Save the boxes and packing materials for future use 28 2 System setup Connecting peripherals The color coded 1 0 port panel on the system rear accepts a variety of compatible peripherals Refer to the figure below for specific connection instructions for each port Note Consult the operating system manual for information on how to configure the network setup Caution Do not route the power cord where it will walked on or pinched by items placed against it The server is designed to be electrically grounded earthed To ensure proper opera
45. ed Press F10 Select Yes to save the new SATA RAID settings and close the Setup Utility 115 To initialize the Onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility 1 2 Note There must be more than two SATA hard drives installed in the system otherwise the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM will be disabled Turn on the server and the monitor During POST press CtrI I on the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM prompt To create a RAID 1 volume 1 On the Onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility select 1 Create RAID Volume under the Main Menu then press Enter Specify a name for the new RAID volume then press Enter Use the Up and Down arrow keys to select RAID 1 Mirror for the RAID level then press Enter Use the space bar to select the drives that you want to add into the array then press Enter This step is only applicable for systems with more than two hard drives installed Press Enter to accept the RAID 1 volume capacity Press Enter then Y to start creating the new RAID 1 volume Once the new RAID 1 volume is created it ll be listed under the Disk Volume Information Revert to the Main Menu and select 4 Exit the MAIN MENU Proceed to the installation of the operating system Refer to the user documentation that came with your OS for related instructions 116 Appendix A Server management tools LSI 1068 SAS Configuration Utility This section explains how to create a RAID 1 volume when
46. emove all add in cares and see if the system boots If reboot is successful install the cards back in one at a time witha reboot between each addition to determine if one of them is causing the problem e Make sure that you have properly installed system compliant memory modules and that there populated according to the system guidelines e Make sure that you have installed system compliant processors and that there populated according to the system guidelines FDD activity indicator does not light Do the following e Make sure the FDD data and power cables are properly connected e Check that relevant switches and jumpers for the FDD are set correctly e Check that FDD is properly configured e Run the BIOS setup utility and make sure the Legacy Diskette A field under the Advanced Floppy Configuration menu is set as 1 44 1 25 MB 3 1 2 107 HDD activity indicator does not light Do the following e Make sure the data and power cables are connected correctly e Check that relevant switches and jumpers on the hard drive and on the backplane board for hot plugs HDD are set correctly DVD drive activity indicator does not light Do the following e Make sure the IDE and power cables are properly connected e Check that relevant switches and jumpers on the drive are set correctly e Check that the drive is properly configured DVD tray cannot be ejected Insert the tip of a paperclip into the small hole o
47. equential Interleave Mirror Single Channel 0 Enabled Disabled 79 Advanced Chipset Control FR ESS nee Advanced Chipset Control Item Specific Help Nol Enable Disable Crystal Beach Configure Enable Enabled Multimedia Timer 1 0 Acceleration Technology Enabled support Wake On LAN PME Enabled Wake On Ring Disabled Wake On RTC Alarm Enabled Advanced Select whether to enable the system Yes Multimedia multimedia timer No Timer Crystal Beach Select whether to enable configuration Enabled Configure memory mapped access to the Crystal Disabled Enable Beach Configuration space I O Acceleration Select whether to enable the Intel Enabled Technology Acceleration Technology I OAT Disabled function It addresses all segments of the server I O bottleneck problem using TCP IP and without requiring any modification of existing or future applications Wake On LAN Select whether to wake up the system Enabled PME when a LAN or PME event is detected Disabled Wake On Ring Select whether to wake up the system Enabled when an incoming call is detected on Disabled the modem Wake On RTC Select whether to wake up the system Enabled Alarm when an RTC alarm is detected Disabled 80 4 System BIOS PCI Configuration PCI Configuration Item Specific Help Enabled Initialize device PCI Slot 2 Option ROM Enabled expansion ROM PCI Slot 3 Option ROM Enabled PCI Slot 4 Option ROM Enabled PCI Slot 5 Opti
48. fer to the user documentation accompanying it Use any of these utilities to configure RAID for the system hard drives The two LSI utilities are only available when their corresponding SAS controller board option is installed in the server Proceed to the next section for instructions on how to use these utilities Note Support for the LSI 1068 SAS Configuration Utility may not be available for all system releases 114 Appendix A Server management tools RAID configuration utilities RAID option for the Altos G540 system is provided through either the onboard SATA controller or through an external controller board option LSI 1068 SAS controller or LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID controller Caution Creating a RAID volume erases all data previously saved in the hard drives Make sure that you back up important files before starting a RAID configuration process Onboard SATA RAID Contiguration Utility This section explains how to create a RAID 1 volume using the onboard SATA controller To enable the onboard SATA RAID controller 1 Turn on the server and the monitor If the server is already turned on close all open applications then restart the server 2 During POST press F2 to access the BIOS Setup Utility Select the Advanced I O Device Configuration submenu 4 Change the setting of the SATA Controller Mode Option field from Compatible to Enhanced 5 Change the setting of the SATA RAID Enable field from Disabled to Enabl
49. ician check your power outlet e Loose or improperly connected internal power cables Check the internal cable connections If you are not confident to perform this step ask a qualified technician to assist you Warning Make sure all power cords are disconnected from the electrical outlet before performing this task Note If you have gone through the preceding actions and the system still fails to boot ask your dealer or a qualified technician for assistance 31 Contiguring the system OS The Altos G540 comes with Acer EasyBUILD that allows users to conveniently install the preferred operating system To start using EasyBUILD follow the steps below 1 Locate the EasyBUILD DVD included in the system package With the system turned on press the DVD ROM drive Eject button When the disc tray slides open insert the EasyBUILD DVD with the label side of the disc facing upward Note When handling the disc hold it by the edges to avoid smudges or fingerprints Gently press the disc down to make sure that it is properly inserted Caution While pressing the disc be careful not to bend the disc tray Make sure that the disc is properly inserted before closing the disc tray Improper insertion may damage both the disc and the DVD ROM drive Press the drive Eject button again to close the disc tray The Acer EasyBUILD sequence begins Follow all onscreen instructions For more information refer to the EasyBUILD Install
50. ion may cause serious damage and bodily harm Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections unless you are a qualified service technician Turn off the server and all connected peripherals Unplug all power cables from their outlets Disconnect all telecommunication cables from their ports Place the server on a flat stable surface Open the server according to the instructions on page 39 Follow the ESD precautions described in the previous section when handling a server component Post installation instructions Perform the steps below after installing a server component 1 See to it that all components are installed according to the described step by step instructions Reinstall any expansion board s peripheral s bracket s and system cable s that have previously been removed Reinstall the side panel Reconnect the power peripheral and telecommunication cables Turn on the system 39 Opening the server Caution Before you proceed make sure that you have turned off the system and all peripherals connected to it Read the Pre installation instructions section on page 38 You need to open the server before you can install upgrade components The front bezel and left side panel are removable to allow access to the server s internal components Refer to the following sections for instructions Removing the side panel 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page
51. iscarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Exit System Setup and Discard Changes save your changes to Save Changes CMOS Enter Exit Saving Saves changes made and close the BIOS setup Changes Exit Discarding Discards changes made and close the BIOS setup Changes Load Setup Loads the default settings for all BIOS setup parameters Defaults Setup Defaults are quite demanding in terms of resources consumption If you are using low speed memory chips or other kinds of low performance components and you choose to load these settings the system might not function properly Discard Discards all changes made in the BIOS setup Changes Save Changes Saves changes made in the BIOS setup 98 4 System BIOS 5 System troubleshooting This chapter provides possible solutions for specific problems If you cannot correct the problem contact your local Acer representative or authorized dealer for assistance 101 Resetting the system Before going through in depth troubleshooting attempt first to reset the system using one of the methods below Soft boot To clear the system memory and reload Press Ctrl Alt Del reset the operating system Cold boot To clear the system memory restart Press the system reset POST and reload the operating system power button off This will halt power to all peripherals and then on 102 5 System troubleshooting Initial system startup problems Problems that occur at initial system
52. m specifications This section lists down the impressive computing features of the Altos G540 system Performance Processor e Two Intel LGA771 processor sockets supporting Dual Core Intel Xeon processor e 2x2 MB or 4 MB external L2 cache e 1066 or 1333 MHz FSB speed e Support for the following Intel technologies e Hyper Threading HT Technology e Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology EM64T e Virtualization Technology e Demand Based Switching Technology e Compatibility with the broadest range of 32 and 64 bit applications e Execute Disable Bit and reliable RAS security features Chipset e North bridge Intel 5000P Memory Controller Hub MCH e South bridge Intel 6321ESB I O Controller Hub ICH Memory e Eight fully buffered DIMM FBD DIMM slots supporting 240 pin DDR2 667 FBD ECC modules e 16GB maximum memory capacity e Quad channel memory bus For more information on these Intel technologies visit the Intel Xeon web site at http www intel com products processor xeon index htm 4 1 System tour PCI interface e Six PCI bus slots with three separate bus segments e Three PCI Express x8 bus slots e Two 64 bit 66 100 MHz PCI X bus slots e One 32 bit 33 MHz PCI bus slot e One dedicated PCI X slot for the optional SAS controller board Video controller e Integrated ATI ES1000 chipset e 16 MB DDR SDRAM Networking e Two Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports RJ 45 e Intel I O Acceleration Technology I
53. mbly later Caution Do not discard the slot cover If the expansion card is removed in the future the slot cover must be reinstalled to maintain proper system cooling Insert the dedicated NIC port card into the selected slot Make sure that the card is properly seated Press the release latch to secure the card in place Connect the card s LAN cable to the LAN1 connector of the ARMC 3 module Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 66 3 System upgrade Installing a redundant power supply module The Altos G540 supports two 610 watts hot swap power supply modules The system ships out with only one power supply module installed You have the option to install a second module to provide the system with a redundant power source A redundant power configuration enables a fully configured system to continue running even if one of the power supply module fails WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment the installation of power supply modules should be referred to individuals who are qualified to service server systems and are trained to deal with equipment capable of generating hazardous energy levels WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces observe the thermal labels on each power supply modules You can also consider wearing protective gloves WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury from electric
54. mission to operate this server Use conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Notice Canadian users This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian nterference Causing Equipment Regulations Laser compliance statement The CD ROM drive in this server is a laser product The CD ROM drive s classification label shown below is located on the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully Save these instructions for future reference 1 2 10 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The product may fall causing serious damage to the product Slots and openings on the front and rear side of the chassis are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked
55. moving a system password Server menu System Management Console Redirection Event Log Configuration Boot menu Exit menu 5 System troubleshooting Resetting the system Initial system startup problems Initial troubleshooting checklist Hardware diagnostic testing Checking the boot up status Verifying the condition of the storage devices Confirming loading of the operating system Specific problems and corrective actions Appendix A Server management tools Server management overview RAID configuration utilities Onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility LSI 1068 SAS Configuration Utility LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility Appendix B Rack mount configuration Rack installation information Rack installation precautions Rack mount kit Vertical mounting hole pattern Rack installation procedures Preparing the server for rack installation Preparing the rack for server installation Installing the server in the system rack Installing the cable arm option Index 99 101 102 103 104 104 105 105 106 111 113 114 114 116 117 119 121 121 122 124 125 125 127 129 130 133 1 System tour The Acer Altos G540 server is a fully modular dual processor system featuring the latest in computing technology It host a range of powerful and flexible features designed to meet the needs of various network environments From simple networking functions to computing intensive applications the Altos G540 delivers Syste
56. n e Advanced e Security e Server e Boot Exit In the descriptive table following each of the menu screenshots settings in boldface are the default and suggested settings 73 BIOS setup navigation keys Use the following keys to move around the Setup utility Left and Right arrow keys Move between selections on the menu bar Up and Down arrow keys Move the cursor to the field you want PgUp and PgDn keys Move the cursor to the previous and next page of a multiple page menu Home Move the cursor to the first page of a multiple page menu End Move the cursor to the last page of a multiple page menu and keys Select a value for the currently selected field only if it is user configurable Press these keys repeatedly to display each possible entry or the Enter key to choose from a pop up menu Note Grayed out fields are not user configurable Enter key Display a submenu screen Note Availability of submenu screen is indicated by a gt Esc If you press this key e On one of the primary menu screens the Exit menu displays e On a submenu screen the previous screen displays e When you are making selections from a pop up menu closes the pop up without making a selection F1 Display the BIOS setup General Help panel F9 Press to load default system values F10 Save changes made the Setup and close the utility 74 4 System BIOS Main menu Security
57. n the DVD drive Slowly pull the tray out from the drive until the tray is fully extended DVD drive cannot read a disc Do the following e Make sure you are using the correct type of disc e Make sure the disc is properly seated in the drive e Make sure the disc is unscratch and free of any contaminant e Make sure the drive s IDE and power cables are properly connected Newly installed memory modules are not detected Do the following e Make sure the memory modules specifications comply with the system requirements e Make sure the memory modules have been populated according to the system guidelines e Make sure the memory modules are properly installed on their mainboard slots 108 5 System troubleshooting Network connection indicators do not light Do the following e Check the cabling and network equipment to make sure that there are in proper condition e Reinstall the network drivers e Try another port or hub on the switch Network activity indicators do not light Do the following e Make sure the correct network drivers are loaded on the system e Network might be idle Peripheral device connected to a USB port does not work Do the following e Reduce the number of external devices connected to a USB hub e Refer to the documentation that came with the device There is problem with the software program Do the following e Verify that the software is properly configured for the sys
58. oard peering cable connector Power cable connectors for the SAS SATA2 HDD 18 1 System tour 6 792D_ID1 HDD cage ID setting jumper Close 1 2 5C default for top HDD cage Close 2 3 58 default for bottom HDD cage 7 SAS CON SAS SATA2 HDD data cable connector 8 J5 Backplane board management cable connector 9 SATA SAS_ 1 4 SAS SATA2 HDD connectors SAS controller board This controller board enables the installation of a SAS HDD 243 6 5 1 SODIMM_CON1 Controller mainboard connector 2 JP3 SAS controller RAID jumper Set to Close 2 3 to enable firmware RAID 0 channel RAID support default 3 SAS 1 1 SAS data cable connector 1 4 U1 LSI SAS 1068 chipset 5 SAS 1 2 SAS data cable connector 2 6 SU3 Flash ROM 7 U5 nvSRAM non volatile SRAM 19 BMC module The optional BMC module is the meeting point between the server hardware and the system management software In conjunction with the mainboard hardware monitor it allows system administrators to manage the system remotely over a network Q 1 SODIMM1 ARMC 3 module connector 2 DIMM1 BMC module mainboard connector 3 U3 SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory 4 U1 H85 216x BMC chipset 20 1 System tour ARMC 3 module The optional ARMC 3 module expands the server s remote management function through its own dedicated NIC port System administrators can now have full rem
59. on ROM Enabled PCI Slot 6 Option ROM Enabled SAS Option ROM Enabled LAN1 Option ROM Scan Enabled LAN2 Option ROM Scan Enabled DE Enter PCI Slot 1 6 When enabled this setting will initialize Enabled Option ROM the device expansion ROM for the related Disabled PCI slot SAS Option When enabled this setting will initialize Enabled ROM the SAS controller board expansion ROM Disabled LAN 1 2 Select whether to enable the selected Enabled Option ROM onboard LAN device When enabled Disabled Scan device expansion ROM will be initialized 81 O Device Configuration Advanced 1 0 Device Configuration Item Specific Help Configure serial port A Base I 0 address Le 41 using options Serial port B Enabled Disabled Base I 0 address 2F8 IRQ 3 No configuration Parallel port Enabled Enabled Mode a User configuration Base I 0 address Interrupt Ta 7 PS 2 Mouse Enabled USB Controller Enabled USB 2 0 Controller Enabled hd F1 tl F9 Esc Enter F10 RS 0 1 0 Device Configuration Item Specific Help Base 1 0 address 378 Compatible mode Interrupt IRQ 7 Sata and Pata drives are auto detected and placed PS 2 Mouse Enabled in Legacy mode USB Controller Enabled Enhanced non AHCI mode USB 2 0 Controller Enabled Sata and Pata drives are Legacy USB Support Enabled auto detected and placed in Native IDE mode Route Port 80h cycles to PCI NOTE Parallel ATA
60. on error is detected by the system and you are prompted Run Setup message to make changes to the BIOS setup Note If you repeatedly receive Run Setup messages the battery may be bad In this case the system cannot retain configuration values in CMOS Ask a qualified technician for assistance BIOS setup loads the configuration values in a battery backed nonvolatile memory called CMOS RAM This memory area is not part of the system RAM which allows configuration data to be retained when power is turned off Before you run the PhoenixBlOS Setup Utility make sure that you have saved all open files The system reboots immediately after you close the Setup Note PhoenixBlOS Setup Utility will be simply referred to as Setup or Setup utility in this guide The screenshots used in this guide display default system values These values may not be the same those found in your system 72 4 System BIOS Entering BIOS setup 1 Turn on the server and the monitor If the server is already turned on close all open applications then restart the server 2 During POST press F2 If you fail to press F2 before POST is completed you will need to restart the server The Setup Main menu will be displayed showing the Setup s menu bar Use the left and right arrow keys to move between selections on the menu bar BIOS setup primary menus The tabs on the Setup menu bar correspond to the six primary BIOS Setup menus namely e Mai
61. ons Height 445 mm 17 5 in Depth 212 mm 8 3 in Width 550 mm 21 6 in e Mainboard e Dimensions length x width 304 8 x 330 2 mm 12 x 13 in e Platform Extended ATX EATX Environmental e Temperature e Operating 10 to 35 C with the maximum rate of change not to exceed 10 per hour e Non operating 40 to 70 C e Humidity non operating 90 non condensing 35 C e Vibration operating Half sine 2g peak 11 m sec e System cooling 2081 5 BTU hour Hardware options Note To purchase the any of the following hardware options contact your local Acer representative e Media storage e LSI 1068 SAS controller board provides both SAS and SATA2 support e LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID controller board supports Hardware RAID 0 1 5 10 and 50 levels Backup battery unit BBU option e Ultra 320 SCSI HBA for backup devices only e Redundant modules e Hot swap redundant power supply e Redundant system fan e Server management e BMC Baseboard Management Controller module IPMI Intelligent Platform Management Interface 2 0 compliant In band and out band server management e ARMC 3 Acer Remote Management Card 3 module High performance KVM redirection Includes a dedicated NIC port USB mouse keyboard and media redirection 8 1 System tour External and internal structure Front bezel 1 Side panel release button 2 Security keylock This lock
62. ote access to the server regardless of its condition Options to access server configuration performance and storage view a summary of key components and monitor system health events are readily access using a simple browser 006 Q 1 LAN1 Dedicated NIC port cable connector 2 U6 SRAM Static Random Access Memory 3 U9 SDRAM 4 SODIMM1 ARMC 3 module mainboard connector 5 U8 Flash ROM 6 U5 SRAM 7 U1 Peppercon KIRA 100 chipset 21 System LED indicators This section discusses the different LED indicators located on the e Front panel e Hot plug HDD carrier e LAN port e Power supply module Knowing what each LED indicator signifies can aid in problem diagnosis and troubleshooting Front panel LED indicators The five LED indicators mounted on the front panel allow the constant monitoring of basic system functions These indicators remain visible even when the bezel door is closed Power Green HDD activity Green Amber Status fault Green Amber LAN port 1 2 Green connection On Blinking Blinking On On On On Blinking Off The system has AC power and is powered on The system is in standby mode There is an ongoing HDD activity An system hard drive failed System in normal mode Critical system threshold breach Access the Setup utility and view the system event log for details Network connection is established Network connection is established
63. ow to install a new storage device 49 5 Remove the two screws that secure the cover of the empty 5 25 inch drive bay 1 then detach the cover 2 Keep this cover for future reinstallation ODS SCC E oe ies DRDD 6 Install the new 5 25 inch storage device The instructions given below apply to a regular 5 25 inch storage device If you intend to replace or install a floppy drive refer to the documentation that came with the new drive for instructions on how to set up the FDD conversion kit 1 Install the new 5 25 inch drive into the drive bay 2 Move the release slider into the lock position A COUUUD AA e DEOOUL o 2080000000 1880000000 uen 3005 3000 2000 2000 0000 3 Connect the power and IDE cables to the new 5 25 inch drive 7 Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 50 3 System upgrade Upgrading the processor This section explains the procedures for removing and installing the processor and heat sink fan HSF assembly Processor configuration guidelines The mainboard has two LGA771 processor sockets supporting Dual Core Intel Xeon processors You have the option to upgrade the default processor or install a second one for a dual processor configuration Observe the following guidelines when replacing or installing a
64. r the safe operation of the equipment should not be compromised when installing the system in a rack Mechanical loading Exercise care when mounting the system in a rack to avoid any accidents Circuit overloading Appropriate consideration should be given when connecting the supply circuit to the system to avoid any circuit overload The system name plate rating should be used when addressing concerns about circuit overload Rack mount kit The rack mount kit components and their respective function is listed on the table below Mounting rails 2 Allows the server to slide in and out of the rackmount for maintenance purposes Each mounting rail consists of the following e Fixed outer rail Attaches to system rack with M6 x 13 screws e Inner rail Attaches to the sides of the server with M4 x 5 screws e Middle sliding piece has a steel ball gearing to control server movement from and into the rackmount 123 Front brackets Rear brackets Side handles Screw pack Screw types Attach the mounting rails to the server Attached to the sides of the server Secures the different rack components Refer to the next section for details The following screws are used in the assembly of the Altos G540 system and bundled rack mountable components M6 X 13 M6 x 18 M6 cage nut Distand M4 x 5 U 6 32 x 6 4 fey amp Install the mounting rails to the rack Secure the cable arm to
65. reate the logical volume and specify its size on the Select Size field then click Accept 9 After creating a logical volume on all of the RAID volume click Accept then Yes to save the configuration 10 Click Yes to initialize the new logical drives All the created logical drives will be listed 11 Click on Home to revert to the Configuration menu 12 Select Exit then Yes 13 Press Ctrl Alt Del to reboot the system Proceed to the installation of the operating system Refer to the user documentation that came with your OS for related instructions To assign a hot spare disk 1 Access the Configuration menu 2 Under Physical Drives select a free disk marked as UNCONF GOOD 3 Select Make Global Dedicated HSP or Make Dedicated HSP then click Go 4 Click on Home to revert to the Configuration menu Under Physical Drives the assigned hot spare disk is marked as Hotsapare and highlighted in pink Appendix B Rack mount configuration This appendix shows you how to set up the Altos G540 server in a rack mount configuration 121 Rack installation information The Altos G540 server system can also be mounted in a rack model position A rack mount kit is available for customers who want to convert a tower mounted system to rack model design To purchase a rack mount kit contact your local Acer representative or order directly from http www acer com Rack installation precautions Follow the rack manufacturer s safe
66. reinstallation 5 Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 For instructions on how to install a hard drive in an easy swap HDD cage go to page 47 For instructions on how to install a hard drive in a hot plug HDD cage go to page 45 44 3 System upgrade Removing a HDD cage 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page 37 2 Prepare the HDD cage for removal e Fora hot plug HDD cage disconnect the data and power cables from the backplane board then remove all HDDs from the cage e For an easy swap HDD cage disconnect the data and power cables from their HDD connectors then remove all HDDs from the cage 3 Remove the HDD cage 1 Move the release slider all the way up to eject the hot plug HDD cage 2 Remove the cage from the HDD bay EE op 4 Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 45 Installing an additional hard drive The Altos G540 HDD cage models supports both SATA2 and SAS hard drives in different capacities Note If you intend to install a SAS hard drive model you first need to install the SAS controller board option For related instructions go to page 62 To install a hot plug hard drive 1 If necessary unlock the front bezel then pull it open 2 Remove the HDD dummy cover from the cag
67. ry module 512 MB a an LS re _ i a 1 GB 1 GB 1GB 1GB 1GB 1GB 1GB 1GB 1GB The installation sequence listed in the above table is illustrated in the following figures e In a minimum memory configuration the FBD should be installed in the DIMMA1 slot _DIMMA1 57 e Install FBD pair upgrades in the following sequence First FBD pair DIMMA1 and DIMMB1 slots Upgrade 1 DIMMC1 and DIMMD1 slots Upgrade 2 DIMMA2 and DIMMB2 slots Upgrade 3 DIMMC2 and DIMMD2 slots DIMMD2 DIMMC2 TaN Y SN DIMMD1 SS TF DIMMC1 SY N R y en Su DA D gt SF om pa DIMMB1 D DIMMA1 DIMMB2 To remove an FBD Important Before removing an FBD make sure to back up all important system files Also note that FBDs should be removed in pairs 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page 37 2 Lay the server on its side components showing 3 Remove the air duct to access to the FBD slots 1 Remove the three screws that secure the air duct 2 Detach the air duct from the heat sink fan 8 d V WU D 58 3 System upgrade 4 Remove the FBD 1 Press the holding clips on both sides of the socket outward to release the DIMM 2 Gently pull the DIMM upward to remove it from the socket 5 If you intend to install a new FBD proceed to the next
68. s slot In addition to these six expansion slots Altos G540 also has one dedicated PCI X expansion slot for the optional SAS controller board SODIMM1 slot To install an expansion card 1 Perform the pre installation instructions described on page 37 2 If necessary remove any cables that prevent access to the processor sockets 3 Locate an empty expansion slot that is compatible with the specification of the card you intend to install 4 Install the expansion card 1 Press the release latch of the slot cover opposite the selected expansion slot 2 Pull out the slot cover and store it for reassembly later Caution Do not discard the slot cover If the expansion card is removed in the future the slot cover must be reinstalled to maintain proper system cooling Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging handling it by the edges 61 3 Insert the card into the selected slot Make sure that the card is properly seated 4 Press the release latch to secure the card in place 5 Connect the necessary cables to the expansion card as required Observe the post installation instructions described on page 38 When you turn on the system the BIOS setup automatically detects and assigns resources to the new device applicable only to Plug and Play expansion cards 62 3 System upgrade Installing the SAS controller board If you intend to install a
69. secures the bezel door to protect the server unit from unauthorized access 3 LED indicator panel For more information on the LED indicators description go to page 21 4 Bezel door Front panel DVD ROM drive Eject button DVD ROM drive activity indicator DVD ROM drive mechanical eject hole DVD ROM drive 5 25 inch drive bay Power indicator HDD activity indicator Status fault indicator Press this button to open the DVD drive tray When the LED indicator is lit there is an ongoing DVD drive activity When the DVD drive tray get stucked insert a paperclip to this hole to manually eject the tray Disk drive for reading CD VCD and DVD contents Allows installation of additional storage devices Go to page 4 for a list of supported devices Indicates the system power status green Indicates the status of a system hard drive green amber Indicates the status of the system operations green amber 10 1 System tour 9 amp amp LAN port 1 2 status Indicate the system network indicators connection status 10 Hot plug HDD Indicates the status of a hot plug activity indicator HDD installed in the system green amber 11 HDD cage Supports four hot plug or easy swap SAS or SATA2 HDDs 12 HDD cage bay Supports an optional four bay HDD cage hot plug or easy swap 13 DIN USB 2 0 ports Connects to USB devices
70. server for rack installation 1 Remove the foot stands from the server 1 Lay the server on its side on a flat stable surface 2 Use a flat blade screwdriver to remove the stoppers securing the foot stands to the chassis 3 Detach the foot stands from the server Store the foot stands and its toppers for future reassembly 2 Expose the installation recess for the topside inner rail 1 Remove the two screws securing the recess cover on the topside of the server 2 Detach the recess cover from the server 126 Appendix B Rack mount configuration 3 Remove the inner rails from the mounting rails 1 Extend the inner rail from the mounting rail until the rail release latch is exposed 2 Depress the release latch 1 and slip the inner rail out 2 Do the same thing to the other mounting rail 4 Attach the rack handles and inner rails to the server 1 Align the screw holes on the rack handles with those on the server 2 Secure the rack handles with two U 6 32 x 6 4 screws each 3 Insert the pegs on the server with the notches on the mounting rails then slide the mounting rails backward to seat them properly 4 Secure the mounting rails to the server with two M4 x 5 screws each 127 Preparing the rack for server installation 1 Install eight distands into the vertical rails of the system rack 2 Adjust the front bracket to the preferred length 1 Turn the
71. spilled on the product A If the product has been exposed to rain or water Q If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition e Ifthe product has been dropped or the chassis has been damaged f If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service Replace the battery with the same type as the product s battery we recommend Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion Refer battery replacement to a qualified service technician Warning Batteries may explode if not handled properly Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire Keep batteries away from children Promptly dispose used batteries according to regulations applicable to your area Use only the proper type of power supply cord set provided in your accessories box for this unit It should be a detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7A 125V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent Maximum length is 15 feet 4 6 meters 1 System tour System specifications Performance Mechanical Environmental Hardware options External and internal structure Front bezel Front panel Rear panel Internal components System boar
72. ssword parameter Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password then press Enter Type the original password then press Enter Type a new password then press Enter Retype the password to verify the first entry then press Enter again Press F10 Select Yes to save the modified password and close the Setup Utility Removing a system password 1 Use the up down keys to select a password parameter Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password then press Enter Enter the current password then press Enter Press Enter twice without entering anything in the new and confirm password fields After doing this the system automatically sets the related password parameter to Clear 92 4 System BIOS Server menu gt System Management System Management Displays basic system ID information as well as BIOS and BMC firmware versions Press Enter to access the related submenu Console Redirection Displays console redirection related settings Press Enter to access the related submenu Event Log Configuration Displays DMI event log related settings Press Enter to access the related submenu 93 System Management The System Management submenu is a simple display page for basic system ID information as well as BIOS and BMC firmware versions Items on this window are non configurable Console Redirection Com Port Address TA Enter 94 4 System BIOS COM Port Address Baud Rate Console Type
73. startup are usually caused by an incorrect installation or configuration Hardware failure is a less possible cause If the problem you are experiencing is with a specific application see the There is problem with the software program section on page 108 103 Initial troubleshooting checklist Use the checklist below to eliminate the possible cause for the problem you re encountering AC power is available at the wall outlet Is the power supply module properly installed Is the system power cord properly plugged into the power supply module socket and connected to a NEMA 5 15R outlet for 100 120 V or a NEMA 6 15R outlet for 200 240 V Are all peripheral cables correctly connected and secured Did you press the system power button to turn the server on power on indicator should be lit green Are all device drivers properly installed Is hard disk drive s properly formatted and configured Are the BIOS configuration settings in the BIOS setup utility correct Is the operating system properly loaded Refer to the operating system documentation Are all hardware components compliant with the tested components lists Are all internal cables correctly connected and secured Are the processors fully seated in their mainboard sockets Are all standoffs in the proper location and not touching any components causing a potential short Are all add in expansion cards fully seated in their mainboard slots Are all system
74. tem Refer to the software installation and operation documentation for instructions on setting up and using the software e Try a different version of the software to see if the problem is with the copy you are using If the other version runs correctly on the system contact your vendor about the defective software 109 No characters appear on the display monitor Check the following Is the keyboard functioning Test it by turning the Num Lock function on and off to check if the Num Lock indicator lights up Is the display monitor plugged in and turned on If you are using a switch box is it switched to the correct system Are the brightness and contrast controls on the video monitor properly adjusted Is the display monitor signal cable properly connected Does this display monitor work correctly if plugged into a different system Remove all add in cares and see if the system boots If reboot is successful install the cards back in one ata time with a reboot between each addition to determine if one of them is causing the problem Make sure that you have properly installed system compliant memory modules and that there populated according to the system guidelines Make sure that you have installed system compliant processors and that there populated according to the system guidelines If you are using an add in video controller card do the following 1 Verify that the display monitor works using the onboar
75. tion plug the power cord into a properly grounded AC outlet only 29 Turning on the system After making sure that you have properly set up the system applied power and connected all the necessary peripherals you can now power on the system Follow the procedure below 1 Open the bezel door 2 Press the power button The system starts up and displays a welcome message on the monitor After that a series of power on self test POST messages appears The POST messages indicate if the system is running well or not 30 2 System setup Note If the system does not turn on or boot after pressing the power button go to the next section for the possible causes of the boot failure Aside from the POST messages you can determine if the system is in good condition by checking if the following occurred e The power status indicator on the front panel lights up green e The Num Lock Caps Lock and Scroll Lock indicators on the keyboard light up Power on problems If the system fails to boot after you have applied power check the following factors that might have caused the boot failure e The external power cord may be loosely connected Check the power cord connection from the power outlet to the power cord socket on the rear panel Make sure that the cord is properly connected to the power outlet and to the power cord socket e No power comes from the grounded power outlet Have an electr
76. tor description 23 fault indicator location 12 install 66 redundant bay 13 release latch 11 status indicator description 23 status indicator location 12 power on password 89 power on self test see POST 29 processor BIOS information 74 BIOS settings 76 configuration guidelines 50 remove 51 sockets location 15 upgrade 50 PS 2 keyboard port 11 PS 2 mouse port 11 rack installation cable arm 130 mounting hole pattern 124 precautions 121 procedures 125 rack mount kit 122 screw types 123 135 RAID configuration LSI Logic Config Utility 116 LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility 117 Onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility 114 rear panel 11 S SAS controller board board layout 18 install 62 mainboard slot 16 security keylock 8 serial port BIOS setting 81 location 11 server management specification 5 tools 113 upgrade options 7 side panel release button 8 remove 39 south bridge 16 specification chipset 3 environmental 6 hardware monitoring 5 I O ports 5 mechanical 6 media storage 4 memory 3 networking 4 operating system 5 PCI interface 4 power supply 5 processor 3 server management 5 system fan 5 video controller 4 status fault indicator description 21 location 9 supervisor password 89 system boards ARMC 3 module 20 backplane board 17 BMC module 19 136 mainboard 14 SAS controller board 18 system fan cable connectors 15 location 13 system jumpers BIOS recovery 16 clear CMOS 1
77. ty and installation instructions for proper rack installation The following additional rack safety installation measures should be considered e Anchor the equipment rack The equipment rack must be anchored to an unmovable suitable support to prevent the rack from falling over when one or more systems are fully extended out of the rack assembly You must also consider the weight of any other devices installed in the rack assembly The equipment rack must be installed according to the manufacturer s instructions e Main AC power disconnect You are responsible for installing an AC power disconnect for the entire rack unit This main disconnect must be readily accessible and it must be labeled as controlling power to the entire unit not just to the system s e Earth ground the rack installation To avoid the potential for an electrical shock hazard the rack assembly itself must be suitably earth grounded according to your local regional electrical codes This typically will require the rack to have its own separate earth ground We recommend you consult your local approved electrician 122 Appendix B Rack mount configuration Elevated operating ambient temperature The maximum operating temperature of the system is 35 C 95 F Careful consideration should be given to installing the system in an environment compatible with the 35 C 95 F maximum ambient temperature Reduced airflow The amount of airflow required fo
78. verview 71 BIOS Setup Advanced Chipset Control 79 Advanced menu 75 Advanced Processor Options 76 Boot Configuration 86 Boot menu 96 Console Redirection 93 CPU Cache Control 77 DMI Event Logging 87 enter Setup 72 Event Log Configuration 95 Exit menu 97 Floppy Configuration 85 I O Device Configuration 81 133 IDE Configuration 83 Mainmenu 74 Memory Configuration 78 navigation keys 73 PCI Configuration 80 Security menu 89 Server menu 92 System Management 93 BMC module board layout 19 install 63 mainboard slot 16 specifications 7 boot time diagnostic screen 86 boot up sequence 96 C cable arm 130 CMOS battery 16 CMOS clear jumper 16 CMOS RAM 71 console redirection 93 D DMI event log BIOS settings 87 view 88 DVD ROM drive location 9 remove 48 troubleshooting 107 E easy swap HDD cable connections 47 install 47 electrostatic discharge see ESD pre cautions 37 environmental specifications humidity 6 system cooling 6 temperature 6 vibration 6 expansion card I O interface 60 install 60 PCI slots 16 134 F floppy disk drive BIOS setting 85 location 10 mainboard connector 16 replace 49 troubleshooting 106 front bezel remove 40 view 8 front panel 9 H hard drive activity indicator location 9 activity indicator status 21 BIOS settings 83 install easy swap 47 install hot plug 45 RAID configuration 114 troubleshooting 107 hardware monitor 15 hardware options media stor
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