ACER ALTOS G5450 User Manual

Acer Altos G5450 Series  
User’s Guide  
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Notices  
FCC declaration of conformity  
This device 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.  
The following local manufacturer/importer is responsible for this declaration:  
Product:  
Server  
Model number:  
G5450  
Name of responsible party:  
Address of responsible party:  
Acer America Corporation  
2641 Orchard Parkway, San Jose  
CA 95134, U. S. A.  
Contact person:  
Phone number:  
Fax number:  
Mr. Young Kim  
408-922-2909  
408-922-2606  
FCC notice  
Class A 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.  
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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 Commission, 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  
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du  
Canada.  
Laser compliance statement  
The CD or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The CD or DVD  
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.  
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 PRODUIT  
LASERATTENTION: RADIATION DU FAISCEAU LASER INVISIBLE EN CAS  
D'OUVERTURE. EVITTER TOUTE EXPOSITION AUX RAYONS.  
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1  
VORSICHT: UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET  
NICHT DEM STRAHLL AUSSETZEN.  
PRODUCTO LÁSER DE LA CLASE I  
ADVERTENCIA: RADIACIÓN LÁSER INVISIBLE AL SER ABIERTO. EVITE  
EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS.  
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ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN.  
VARO: LAVATTAESSA OLET ALTTINA LASERSÅTEILYLLE.  
VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNAD ÅLÅ TUIJOTA  
SÅTEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN.  
VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I  
STRÅLEN.  
ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN.  
Macrovision copyright protection notice  
"U.S Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; and 6,516,132."  
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by  
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright  
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for  
home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by  
Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.  
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CE Declaration of conformity  
We,  
Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited  
3F, No. 168 Xizang Medium Road, Huangpu District,  
Shanghai, China  
Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai  
Tel: 886-2-8691-3089  
Fax: 886-2-8691-3000  
Hereby declare that:  
Product:  
Server  
Trade name:  
Model number:  
SKU number:  
Acer  
G5450  
G54xx ("x" = 0~9, a~z, A~Z or blank)  
Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of  
the following EC directives, and that all the necessary steps have been taken  
and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will  
continue to comply with these requirements.  
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC as  
attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards:  
EN55022:1998 + A1:2000 + A2:2003, AS/NZS CISPR22:2002, Class B  
EN55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003  
EN61000-3-2:2000, Class D  
EN61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001  
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC as attested by conformity with the  
following harmonized standard:  
EN60950-1:2001  
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain  
Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment  
Director, Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited  
November 20, 2007  
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Declaration of conformity for EU countries  
Hereby, Acer, declares that this PC series is in compliance with the essential  
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.  
Russian regulatory certification compliance  
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Information for your safety and  
comfort  
Safety instructions  
Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference.  
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.  
Turning the product off before cleaning  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid  
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
CAUTION for plug as disconnecting device  
Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to  
the power supply unit:  
Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC  
power outlet.  
Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the  
server.  
If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the  
system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.  
CAUTION for accessibility  
Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible  
and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to  
disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the  
electrical outlet.  
Usage warnings  
Do not use this product near water. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or  
into the product.  
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the  
product falls, it could be seriously damaged.  
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Slots and openings 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 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.  
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as  
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could  
result in a fire or electric shock.  
To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage,  
do not place the product on a vibrating surface.  
Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment  
which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor  
devices, hard drives, optical drives, and even exposure risk from lithium  
battery pack.  
Using electrical power  
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 people 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.  
Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too  
many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch  
circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of  
the power strip's input rating.  
This product's power supply is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.  
The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power  
outlet is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. Do  
not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your  
electrician for details.  
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Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a  
power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in  
electric shock and/or injury.  
Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from  
unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that  
may interfere with the performance of this product.  
Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need  
to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets  
the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type  
SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6  
meters (15 feet) maximum length.  
Safe listening  
Follow these instructions, suggested by hearing experts,to protect your hearing.  
Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably  
and without distortion.  
After setting the volume level, do not increase it after your ears adjust.  
Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume.  
Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings.  
Turn the volume down if you can't hear people speaking near you.  
Product servicing  
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.  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel when:  
the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed  
liquid was spilled into the product  
the product was exposed to rain or water  
the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged  
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the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need  
for service  
the product does not operate normally after following the operating  
instructions  
Note: 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.  
Disposal instructions  
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize  
pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please  
Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/  
sustainability.htm.  
Mercury advisory  
For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:  
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of  
Electronic Industries Alliance at http://www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal  
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Tips and information for comfortable use  
Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use.  
Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a  
computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress,  
inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly  
increase the risk of physical injury.  
Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis,  
tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may  
appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:  
numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation  
aching, soreness or tenderness  
pain, swelling or throbbing  
stiffness or tightness  
coldness or weakness  
If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort  
and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and  
inform your company's health and safety department.  
The following sections provide tips for more comfortable computer use.  
Finding your comfort zone  
Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a  
footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe  
the following tips:  
Refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture.  
Avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward.  
Stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg  
muscles.  
Take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders.  
Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders.  
Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within  
comfortable reach.  
If you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at  
the center of your desk to minimize neck strain.  
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Taking care of your vision  
Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive  
room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast  
displays could stress your eyes. The following items provide suggestions on how  
to reduce eyestrain.  
Eyes  
Rest your eyes frequently.  
Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and  
focusing on a distant point.  
Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out.  
Display  
Keep your display clean.  
Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so  
your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display.  
Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level  
for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity.  
Eliminate glare and reflections by:  
– placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or  
any light source  
minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds  
using a task light  
changing the display's viewing angle  
using a glare-reduction filter  
using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from  
the display's top front edge  
Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle.  
Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for  
extended periods of time.  
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Developing good work habits  
Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing  
and productive:  
Take short breaks regularly and often.  
Perform some stretching exercises.  
Breathe fresh air as often as possible.  
Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body.  
Warning! We do not recommend using the computer on a  
couch or bed. If this is unavoidable, work for only short  
periods, take breaks regularly, and do some stretching  
exercises.  
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1 System tour  
 
The Acer Altos G5450 server is a fully modular  
dual-processor system featuring the latest in  
computing technology. It hosts 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 G5450 delivers.  
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System specifications  
This section lists down the impressive computing features of the  
Altos G5450 system.  
Performance  
Processor  
Two socket F (1207-pin) AMD processor sockets supporting Dual-  
Core / Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ processor  
Up to 2x 1 MB L2 cache for dual-core processor  
Up to 4x 512 KB L2 cache and 2MB L3 cache for quad-core  
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processor  
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Support for the following AMD technologies:  
HyperTransport™ technology  
AMD64 technology  
AMD virtualization™ technology (AMD-V)  
AMD PowerNow!™ technology  
Enhanced virus pretection  
Chipset  
NVIDIA nForce Professional 3600 media and communication  
processors (MCPs)  
Memory  
Supports DDR2-667 registered ECC modules  
Eight DIMM slots per processor  
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Single-processor supports memory capacity of 32 GB  
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Dual-processor supports memory capacity of 64 GB  
Supports dual-channel DDR2 memory per processor  
Support Memory Sparing technology  
1
support depends on quad-core CPU available  
web site at http://www.amd.com/.  
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3
support depends on 4 GB DIMM available  
         
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PCI interface  
Five PCI bus slots  
Two PCI Express x16 bus slots with, one x16 throughput and  
one x8 throughput  
One PCI Express x8 bus slot with x4 throughput  
Two 32-bit/33 MHz PCI bus slot  
Video controller  
Integrated XGI Z9s chipset with 16 MB DDR SDRAM  
Optional add-on graphic card support  
SATA Controller  
Integrated six-ports SATA2 controller onboard  
Integrated SATA S/W RAID 0, 1, 5 & 10  
Networking  
Two Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports (RJ-45)  
TCP Offload Engine (TOE) support  
Baseboard Management Controller (optional)  
Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) module (optional)  
Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 2.0 compliant  
Media storage  
Three 5.25-inch device bays support:  
DVD-ROM, DVD-RW drive  
DAT tape drive  
AIT tape drive  
LTO half-height tape drive  
3.5” floppy disk drive (FDD) with FDD conversion kit  
Two hard disk drive (HDD) cage bays support:  
Hot-swap or easy-swap HDD cages  
Up to eight SAS/SATA2 drive support (four drives per HDD  
cage)  
           
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I/O ports  
Two front USB 2.0 ports  
Two rear USB 2.0 ports  
PS/2 keyboard port  
PS/2 mouse port  
Serial port  
Two Gigabit LAN ports  
(RJ-45)  
Monitor port  
Power supply and system fan  
610-watts power supply with hot-swap redundant option  
System fan with redundant or hot-swap redundant option  
Hardware monitoring and server management  
Winbond W83792G 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  
Server Management Utilities and Applications  
Acer EasyBuild™  
Acer Server Management (ASM) 7.1  
Acer eBusiness Value Pack (optional)  
Acer eBusiness ValueSTOR (optional)  
Operating system  
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Microsoft Windows Server 2003  
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Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions  
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0  
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0, x86-64  
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SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.0  
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SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.0, x86-64  
               
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Mechanical  
Chassis  
Tool-less chassis design for easy hardware access and  
configuration  
Tower and rack-mount (5U, tray-less) setup options  
Dimensions  
– Height: 445 mm (17.5 in)  
– Depth: 212 mm (8.3 in)  
– Width: 550 mm (21.6 in)  
Mainboard  
Dimensions (length x width): 304.8 x 330.2 mm (12 x 13 in)  
Platform: Extended ATX (EATX)  
Environmental  
Temperature  
Operating: +10° to +35°C with the maximum rate of change  
not to exceed 10° per hour.  
Non-operating: -40° to +70°C  
Humidity, non-operating : 90%, non-condensing @ 35°C  
Vibration, operating: Half sine, 2g peak, 11 m/sec  
System cooling: 2081.5 BTU/hour  
                   
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Hardware options  
Note: To purchase the any of the following hardware options,  
contact your local Acer representative.  
Media storage  
LSI SAS controller board supports:  
– SAS and SATA2  
– Software RAID controller 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50 levels  
LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID controller board supports:  
– Hardware RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50 levels  
– Backup battery unit (BBU) option  
Ultra 320 SCSI HBA (for backup devices only)  
Redundant modules  
Hot-swap redundant power supply  
Redundant or hot-swap redundant system fan  
Server management  
Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) module  
– Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) 2.0  
compliant  
– In-band and out-band server management  
Acer Remote Management Card/3 (ARMC/3) module  
– High performance Keyboard VGA Mouse (KVM) redirection  
– Includes a dedicated Network Interface Controller (NIC) port  
– USB mouse, keyboard, and media redirection  
                 
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External and internal structure  
Front bezel  
No.  
1
Component  
Side panel release button  
2
Security keylock  
This lock secures the bezel door to protect the server unit from  
unauthorized access.  
3
4
LED indicator panel  
For more information on the LED indicators description, go to page  
Bezel door  
         
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Front panel  
No.  
Icon  
Component  
Description  
1
DVD-ROM drive Eject  
button  
Press this button to open the DVD  
drive tray.  
2
3
DVD-ROM drive  
activity indicator  
When the LED indicator is lit, there  
is an ongoing DVD drive activity.  
DVD-ROM drive  
mechanical eject hole  
When the DVD drive tray get  
stucked, insert a paperclip to this  
hole to manually eject the tray.  
4
5
DVD-ROM drive  
Disk drive for reading CD, VCD, and  
DVD contents.  
5.25-inch drive bay  
Allows installation of additional  
list of supported devices.  
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7
Power indicator  
Indicates the system power status  
(green).  
HDD activity  
indicator  
Indicates the status of a system  
hard drive (green/amber).  
           
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No.  
Icon  
Component  
Description  
8
9
Status/fault indicator  
Indicates the status of the system  
operations (green/amber).  
LAN port 1/2 status  
indicators  
Indicate the system network  
connection status.  
10  
Hot-plug HDD  
activity indicator  
Indicates the status of a hot-plug  
HDD installed in the system (green  
/amber).  
11  
12  
HDD cage  
Supports four hot-plug or  
easy-swap SAS or SATA2 HDDs.  
HDD cage bay  
Supports an optional four-bay HDD  
cage (hot-plug or easy-swap).  
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14  
USB 2.0 ports  
Power button  
Connects to USB devices.  
Press to turn the server on/off, or to  
put it in standby mode.  
         
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Rear panel  
No.  
Icon  
Component  
Description  
1
Power supply  
module  
Push down the latch to disengage the  
module from the chassis.  
release latch  
2
Power supply  
module cord  
socket  
Connect the system power cord here.  
3
4
5
Main power  
supply module  
Provides the system’s main power  
supply.  
PS/2 mouse  
port  
Connects to a PS/2 mouse.  
PS/2 keyboard  
port  
Connects to a PS/2 keyboard.  
6
7
Serial port  
Connects to serial devices.  
Connects to monitors.  
Monitor port  
               
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No.  
Icon  
Component  
Description  
8
9
USB 2.0 ports  
Connects to USB devices.  
Gigabit LAN  
ports 1/2  
Connects to an Internet or intranet  
network.  
10  
Unit  
Press to mark a particular server unit  
within a server group (when  
rack-mounted) for purpose of  
identification during servicing or  
maintenance procedures. (blue)  
identification  
(UID) switch/  
indicator  
11  
12  
13  
PCI slot covers  
System fan  
Protects the vacant expansion slots.  
Regulates the system airflow.  
Redundant  
power supply  
module bay  
Accommodates an optional hot-swap  
redundant power supply module.  
14  
15  
Power supply  
module fault  
indicator  
Indicates the occurrence of a fault  
condition in the power supply  
module. (green/amber)  
Power supply  
module status  
indicator  
Indicates the status of the power  
supply module. (green)  
           
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Internal components  
No.  
1
Component  
Redundant power supply module bay  
Heat sink fan (HSF) assemblies  
Release sliders for the 5.25-inch devices  
Release sliders for the HDD cages  
Mainboard  
2
3
4
5
6
PCI slot lock levers  
7
System fan  
Users have the option to purchase a redundant system fan unit or  
hot-swap redundant system fan unit.  
     
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System boards  
Mainboard  
     
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No.  
Code  
Description  
1
KB_MS1  
TOP: PS/2 Mouse Port  
Bottom: PS/2 Keyboard Port  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
COMA1  
VGA1  
Serial Port  
Monitor Port  
R_USB1  
GLAN1  
GLAN2  
SW1  
USB2.0 Port  
Gigabit LAN port1  
Gigabit LAN port2  
ID Switch  
DIMMC1-C4  
DIMMD1-D4  
DDR2 Sockets for Processor2  
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CPU2  
Processor2 Socket  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
SYS_FAN1  
SYS_FAN2  
ATX_12V1  
CPU2_FAN  
ATX_L1  
System Fan1 cable connector  
System Fan2 cable connector  
8-pin ATX power connector  
Processor2 HSF cable connector  
24-pin ATX power connector  
DDR2 Sockets for Processor1  
DIMMA1-A4  
DIMMB1-B4  
16  
17  
18  
CPU1  
Processor1 Socket  
CPU1_FAN  
CLR_CMOS  
Processor1 HSF cable connector  
Clear CMOS jumper  
Close 1-2: Normal CMOS settings (default)  
Close 2-3: Clear CMOS  
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20  
BATTERY1  
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CMOS Battery  
Winbond W83792G hardware monitor IC  
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No.  
Code  
IDE1  
Description  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
IDE Cable connector  
SATA 1-6  
F_USB1  
F_USB2  
U24  
SATA Data cable connector  
Front USB cable connector  
Internal USB cable connector  
NVIDIA nForce Professional 3600 MCPs  
BIOS Flash ROM  
U5  
U23  
ITE IT8716F-S I/O controller  
FDD Cable connector  
FDD1  
COMB1  
Serial Port connector  
IPMB_1 I2C_1  
IPMB_2 I2C_2  
IPMB Connector  
I2C connector  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
F_PANEL1  
IPMI1  
CI1  
Front panel LED connector  
BMC Module slot  
Intrusion cable connector  
32bit/ 33MHz PCI slot #5  
PCI_5  
U41  
XGI Volari Z9s VGA controller  
Video Memory  
U42  
PCI_4  
PCIE_3  
U3  
32bit/ 33MHz PCI slot #4  
PCI Express x16 slot #3 (w/ x8 throughput)  
Gigabit LAN controller  
PCIE_2  
U4  
PCI Express x8 slot #2 (w/ x4 throughput)  
Gigabit LAN controller  
PCIE_1  
PCI Express x16 slot #1 (w/ x16 throughput)  
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No.  
Code  
Description  
I2C connector for SAS Backplane  
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BP1  
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.  
No.  
Code  
Description  
1
J7 to J10  
SAS/SATA2 HDD access LED control jumpers  
Close 2-3 – HDD LED control via pin 11(default)  
2
3
4
5
6
SGIO_JP  
JP2  
Debug/diagnostic connector  
SAF-TE firmware flash connector  
J4  
Backplane board peering cable connector  
Power cable connectors for the SAS/SATA2 HDD  
CN1 and CN2  
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
8
9
SAS/CON  
J5  
SAS/SATA2 HDD data cable connector  
Backplane board management cable connector  
SAS/SATA2 HDD connectors  
SATA/SAS_1-4  
   
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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.  
No.  
1
Code  
SODIMM1  
DIMM1  
U3  
Description  
ARMC/3 module connector  
2
BMC module mainboard connector  
SDRAM (Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory)  
H85/216x BMC chipset  
3
4
U1  
     
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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 remote 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.  
No.  
1
Code  
LAN1  
U6  
Description  
Dedicated NIC port cable connector  
SRAM (Static Random Access Memory)  
SDRAM  
2
3
U9  
4
SODIMM1  
U8  
ARMC/3 module mainboard connector  
Flash ROM  
5
6
U5  
SRAM  
7
U1  
Peppercon KIRA 100 chipset  
   
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System LED indicators  
This section discusses the different LED indicators located on the:  
Front panel  
Hot-plug HDD carrier  
LAN port  
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.  
Indicator  
Color  
Status  
Description  
Power  
Green  
On  
The system has AC power and is  
powered on.  
Blinking  
Blinking  
On  
The system is in standby mode.  
There is an ongoing HDD activity.  
A system hard drive is failed.  
System is in normal mode.  
HDD activity  
Status/fault1  
Green  
Amber  
Green  
Amber  
On  
On  
Critical system threshold breach  
Access the Setup utility and view the  
system event log for details.  
LAN port 1/2  
connection  
Green  
On  
Network connection is established.  
Blinking  
Network connection is established  
and is running at supported speed.  
Off  
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.  
           
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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.  
Status  
Green  
Blinking  
Amber  
Description  
HDD access  
HDD failure  
HDD rebuild  
Ongoing hot-plug HDD activity  
Hot-plug HDD failure  
HDD is rebuilding data.  
On  
Flashing green/amber  
LAN port LED indicators  
Indicator  
Color  
Amber  
Green  
Status  
On  
Description  
Network  
speed  
(top)  
GbE link network access  
100 Mbps link network access  
10 Mbps link network access  
Active network link  
On  
Off  
Network  
Green  
On  
connection  
(bottom)  
Blinking  
Off  
Ongoing network data activity  
Off-line network  
             
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Power supply module LED indicators  
Indicator  
Color  
Status  
On  
Description  
Status (top)  
Green  
Output requirements are met.  
Off  
AC power is disconnected from the  
module.  
Fault (bottom)  
Green  
On  
On  
Input voltage requirements are met.  
Amber  
Overvoltage  
Overcurrent  
Output short circuit  
Off  
AC power is disconnected from the  
module.  
       
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This chapter gives you instructions on how to  
prepare the system for operation. Procedures for  
connecting peripherals are also explained.  
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Setting up the system  
Pre-installation requirements  
Selecting a site  
Before unpacking and installing the system, select a suitable site for  
the system for maximum efficiency. Consider the following factors  
when choosing a site for the system:  
Near a grounded power outlet  
Clean and dust-free  
Stable surface free from vibration  
Well-ventilated and away from sources of heat  
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:  
Acer Altos G5450 system  
Acer EasyBUILDTM DVD Pack  
Acer Altos G5450 accessory box  
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.  
     
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Connecting peripherals  
The color-coded I/O 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 be walked on  
or pinched by items placed against it. The server is designed to be  
electrically grounded (earthed). To ensure proper operation, plug  
the power cord into a properly grounded AC outlet only.  
     
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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  
appear. The POST messages indicate if the system is running well  
or not.  
         
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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.  
The power status indicator on the front panel lights up green.  
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.  
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.  
No power comes from the grounded power outlet.  
Have an electrician check your power outlet.  
Loosely 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.  
   
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Configuring the system OS  
The Altos G5450 comes with Acer EasyBUILD that allows users to  
conveniently install the preferred operating system. To start using  
EasyBUILD, follow the steps below.  
1
2
3
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.  
4
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.  
5
6
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 Installation 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.  
         
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Rack mount configuration  
The Altos G5450 server is a dual-platform system that can be set up in  
both tower and rack-mount configurations. A rack mount kit is  
rack. To purchase a rack mount kit, contact your local Acer  
The figure below shows the Altos G5450 server in a rack-mount  
position.  
For instructions on tower-to-rack configuration, refer to “Appendix B:  
 
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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 OS 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
3
Select Shut Down.  
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.  
       
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This chapter discusses the precautionary  
measures and installation procedures you  
need to know when upgrading the system.  
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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.  
           
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Pre-installation instructions  
Perform the steps below before you open the server or before your  
remove or replace any component.  
Warning! Failure to properly turn off the server before you  
start perform any hardware configuration may cause  
serious damage and bodily harm. Do not attempt the  
procedures described in the following sections unless you  
are a qualified service technician.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
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 37.  
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.  
2
Reinstall any expansion board(s), peripheral(s), bracket(s) and  
system cable(s) that have previously been removed.  
3
4
5
Reinstall the side panel.  
Reconnect the power, peripheral, and telecommunication cables.  
Turn on the system.  
       
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Opening the server  
Caution: Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned off  
the system and all peripherals connected to it. Read the  
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 35.  
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.  
     
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Removing the front bezel  
1
Remove the side panel.  
Refer to the previous section for instructions.  
Remove the front bezel.  
2
(1) Release the bezel door retention tabs from the chassis interior.  
(2) Pull the bezel away from the chassis.  
   
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Configuring the hard drive  
The two HDD cage bays of the Altos G5450 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 35.  
Remove the HDD cage bay metal cover from the front chassis.  
(1) Remove the one screw that secures the cover.  
(2) Detach the cover from chassis.  
2
Store this cover for future reinstallation.  
       
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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 45.  
(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.  
   
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(3) Connect the other end of the SAS/SATA2 cable to the SAS  
connector of the add-on 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 reinstallation.  
5
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
For instructions on how to install a hard drive in an easy-swap HDD  
cage, go to page 45.  
For instructions on how to install a hard drive in a hot-plug HDD  
cage, go to page 43.  
 
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Removing a HDD cage  
1
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.  
2
Prepare the HDD cage for removal.  
For a hot-plug HDD cage, disconnect the data and power  
cables from the backplane board, then remove all HDDs from  
the cage.  
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.  
4
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
   
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Installing an additional hard drive  
The Altos G5450 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 add-on SAS controller card option. For related  
To install a hot-plug hard drive:  
1
2
If necessary, unlock the front bezel, then pull it open.  
Remove the HDD dummy cover from the cage.  
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.  
     
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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”  
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To install an easy-swap hard drive:  
1
Remove the side panel from the chassis.  
Go to page 37 for instructions.  
2
3
Observe steps 2 through 5 of the previous section.  
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  
add-on SAS controller card.  
4
5
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
Set up the new hard drive’s RAID configuration.  
For related instructions, go to the “RAID configuration utilities”  
       
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Configuring 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.  
The system ships with a DVD-ROM drive installed on the topmost  
device bay. You can choose to replace the default drive, or you can  
install a new storage device on the middle or bottom-most device bay.  
To install an optional storage device:  
1
2
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.  
If you intend to replace a default storage device—the DVD drive—  
go to the next step.  
If you intend to install a new storage device on the middle or  
bottm-most device bay, go to step 5.  
3
4
Disconnect the power and data cable (IDE data cable) from rear of  
the old drive.  
Remove the default drive you intend to replace.  
(1) Move the release slider of the selected drive to the unlock  
position  
.
(2) Pull the drive out of the device bay.  
The figure below shows how to uninstall the DVD-ROM drive.  
Proceed to step 6 for instructions on how to install a new  
storage device.  
5
Remove the two screws that secure the cover of the empty  
5.25-inch drive bay (1), then detach the cover (2).  
       
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Keep this cover for future reinstallation.  
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  
.
(3) Connect the power and IDE cables to the new 5.25-inch drive.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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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 Socket F (1207-pin) processor sockets  
supporting Dual-Core or Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ 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  
processor.  
The CPU 1 socket must always be populated. If no processor is  
installed in this socket, the system will fail to boot.  
Before removing a processor, make sure to back up all important  
system files.  
When installing a second processor, make sure it has same  
stepping and frequency specifications as the default processor.  
Handle the processor and the HSF assembly carefully. Damage to  
either may prevent the system from functioning properly.  
To upgrade the default processor:  
1
2
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.  
Lay the server on its side (components showing).  
       
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3
Remove the HSF assembly.  
Important: Before removing a CPU from the mainboard, make  
sure to create a backup file of all important data.  
(1) Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Warning! The heat sink becomes very hot when the system  
is on. NEVER touch the heat sink with any metal or with  
your hands.  
(2) Disconnect the CPU fan cable from its mainboard connector.  
(3) Disengage the retaining clip from the heat sink base (1).  
(4) Release the clips from the tab on the heat sink base (2).  
(5) Pull the HSF assembly away from the CPU (3).  
(6) Lay down the HSF in an upright position—with the thermal  
patch facing upward. Do not let the thermal patch touch the  
work surface.  
(7) Use an alcohol pad to wipe off the thermal grease from both  
the HSF assembly and the processor socket retention plate.  
4
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 body.  
   
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(3) Grasp the processor by its edges and lift it out of its socket.  
(4) Store the old processor inside an anti-static bag.  
(5) Remove the new processor from its protective packaging.  
Install the new processor.  
5
(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.  
6
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.  
   
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7
Reinstall the HSF assembly.  
(1) Apply thermal grease.  
Apply approximately 0.1ml of the thermal grease compound  
to the top of the CPU.  
(2) Install the HSF assembly  
(1) Move the handle of the retaining clip slightly in a  
direction away from the heat sink.  
(2) Align the heat sink fan assembly to the heat sink base (1).  
Note: Make sure to install both sides of the retaining clips.  
(3) Secure the retaining clip to the tabs in the heat sink base  
by aligning the clip holes over the tabs (2).  
(4) Secure the retaining clip back toward the heat sink base  
(3).  
(3) Connect the CPU fan cable to its mainboard connector. Refer  
to “Mainboard layout” on page 14 for the location of the CPU  
fan connector.  
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Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To install a second processor:  
(1) Prepare the processor socket 2 for installation.  
(2) Install the new processor.  
Refer to steps 6 to 9 of the previous section.  
   
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Upgrading the system memory  
This section includes instructions for removing and installing a DIMM  
(dual in-line memory module).  
Altos G5450 has sixteen DIMM slots. Each CPU controls eight DIMM  
slots. The DIMM slots support dual channel DDR2 -667 registered ECC  
memory modules.  
Important: When you are using a single-processor server, you  
should install a pair of identical modules into the DIMM A1 and  
B1, DIMM A2 and B2, DIMM A3 and B3, DIMM A4 and B4 slots.  
The DIMM C1 to DIMM D4 slots are enabled when a second CPU is  
installed on the mainboard. For instructions on how to install an  
When you are using a dual-processor server, you should employ a  
paired DIMM configuration by installing modules in the DIMM A,B  
and DIMM C,D slots.  
   
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DIMM population guidelines  
Important: For the system to function, DIMM modules must be  
installed or removed in matched pairs, following the slot sequence  
listed below. DIMM modules of the same type, size and  
manufacturer must be installed in the same colored DIMM slots.  
CPU 1 — Populate DIMM slots A1 and B1 first, followed by  
slots A2 and B2.  
CPU 2 — Populate DIMM slots C1 and D1 first, followed by  
slots C2 and D2.  
DIMMC4  
DIMMD4  
DIMMC3  
DIMMD3  
CPU2  
DIMMC2  
DIMMD2  
DIMMC1  
DIMMD1  
3
3
4
4
CPU1  
Note: Refer to “Mainboard layout” on page 14 for the location of  
the DIMM slots for each processor.  
   
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The table below lists the supported memory installation based on the  
processor configuration:  
Single processor configuration  
CPU 1 (Single Processor Installed)  
Total  
Capacity  
DIMM A1/B1  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x1GB  
DIMM A2/B2  
DIMM A3/B3  
DIMM A4/B4  
2x512MB  
2x1GB  
1GB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2GB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
3GB  
4GB  
2GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
4GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
6GB  
2x1GB  
8GB  
2x2GB  
4GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
8GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
12GB  
16GB  
8GB*  
16GB*  
24GB*  
32GB*  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
* support depends on 4 GB DIMM available  
 
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Dual-processors configuration  
CPU 1 / CPU 2 (Dual Processors Installed)  
Total  
Capacity  
DIMM B1/A1  
DIMM C1/D1  
DIMM B2/A2  
DIMM C2/D2  
DIMM B3/A3  
DIMM C3/D3  
DIMM B4/A4  
DIMM C4/D4  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2GB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
4GB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
6GB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
2x512MB  
8GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
4GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
8GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
12GB  
16GB  
8GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GBB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x1GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
16GB  
24GB  
32GB  
16GB*  
32GB*  
48GB*  
64GB*  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x2GB  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
2x4GB*  
* support depends on 4 GB DIMM available  
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Removing a DIMM  
Before you can install a new pair DIMMs in the sockets, remove first  
any previously installed DIMM from that sockets.  
Important: Before removing DIMMs from the mainboard, make  
sure to create a backup file of all important data.  
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Locate the DIMM slot on the mainboard.  
Important: Refer to DIMM population guidelines for important  
information about requirements for removing DIMM modules.  
3
4
Press the holding clips on both sides of the socket outward to  
release the DIMM.  
Gently pull the DIMM upward to remove it from the socket .  
CPU2  
CPU1  
   
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Installing a DIMM  
Warning! DIMM of the same type, size and manufacturer  
must be installed into the same colored DIMM slots.  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
3
4
5
Locate the DIMM slots on the mainboard.  
Open the clips on the socket.  
Align then insert the DIMM into the socket.  
Press the holding clips inward to lock the DIMM in place.  
CPU2  
CPU1  
Memory should be installed in pairs.  
Note: The DIMM slot is slotted to ensure proper installation.  
If you insert a DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket, you  
may have inserted it incorrectly. Reverse the orientation of the  
DIMM and insert it again.  
6
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To reconfigure the system memory:  
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.  
     
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Installing an expansion card  
This section explains how to install an expansion card.  
I/O interface  
Altos G5450 has five PCI bus slots:  
PCI1--32bit/ 33MHz PCI slot  
PCI2--32bit/ 33MHz PCI slot  
PCIE_1--PCI Express x16 slot (w/ x8 throughput)  
PCIE_2--PCI Express x8 slot (w/ x4 throughput)  
PCIE_3--PCI Express x16 slot (w/ x16 throughput)  
To install an expansion card:  
1
2
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.  
If necessary, remove any cables that prevent access to the  
processor sockets.  
3
4
Locate an empty expansion slot that is compatible with the  
specification of the card you intend to install.  
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.  
         
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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.  
(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.  
5
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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 card).  
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Installing the BMC module  
The optional BMC module allows system administrators to manage the  
Altos G5450 system remotely over a network.  
To install the BMC module:  
1
2
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.  
Locate the IPMI1 slot. If necessary, remove any boards or cables  
that prevent access to it.  
3
4
If necessary, open the holding clips of the IPMI1 slot.  
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 IPMI1 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
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
     
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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 on system board:  
1
2
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.  
Locate the IPMI1 slot. If necessary, remove any boards or cables  
that prevent access to it.  
3
4
If necessary, open the holding clips of the IPMI1 slot.  
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 IPMI1 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.  
To install the ARMC/3 module on the BMC module:  
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 35.  
1
     
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2
Locate the SODIMM1 slot on the BMC module board. If necessary,  
remove any boards or cables that prevent access to it.  
3
4
If necessary, open the holding clips of the SODIMM1 slot.  
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 SODIMM1 slot fits  
the keyed edge of the module, then press the module at both  
ends to seat it fully into the slot.  
(2) When the module is properly installed, the holding clips will  
automatically lock in place.  
6
Install the dedicated NIC port card.  
(1) Press the release latch of the slot cover opposite the IPMI1 slot.  
The release latch highlighted in the figure below is for  
illustration purpose only.  
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(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.  
(3) Insert the dedicated NIC port card into the selected slot.  
Make sure that the card is properly seated.  
(4) Press the release latch to secure the card in place.  
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(5) Connect the card’s LAN cable to the LAN1 connector of the  
ARMC/3 module.  
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Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Installing a redundant power supply module  
The Altos G5450 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 serve 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 shock hazards, do not open the power supply  
module. There are no serviceable parts inside the  
module.  
Caution! Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic  
components. Make sure that you are properly grounded  
before handling a power supply module.  
   
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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.  
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This chapter gives information about the  
system BIOS and discusses how to configure  
the system by changing the settings of the  
BIOS parameters.  
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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.  
When changing the system configuration settings  
When redefining the communication ports to prevent any conflicts  
When modifying the power management configuration  
When changing the password or making other changes to the  
security setup  
When a configuration 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 PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, make sure that you have  
saved all open files. The system reboots immediately after you close the  
Setup.  
Note: PhoenixBIOS 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.  
         
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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:  
Main  
Advanced  
Security  
Server  
Boot  
Exit  
In the descriptive table following each of the menu screenshots,  
settings in boldface are the default and suggested settings.  
         
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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 (>).  
Esc – If you press this key:  
On one of the primary menu screens, the Exit menu displays.  
On a submenu screen, the previous screen displays.  
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.  
   
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Main menu  
Parameter  
Description  
System Time  
Set the system time following the hour-minute-second  
format.  
System Date  
BIOS Version  
BIOS Date  
Set the date following the 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  
Processor  
CPU Type  
CPU Speed  
CPU Count  
Total Memory  
Size  
Total size of system memory detected during POST  
     
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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.  
Advanced Processor Options  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
CPU Type  
Processor model name  
         
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
CPU Speed  
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 CPUID  
Processor ID number  
Processor L2  
Cache  
Processor second-level cache size detected during POST  
Note: This field is not shown on the above screenshot.  
AMD  
Virtualization  
Technology  
Select whether to enable the AMD  
Virtualization Technology function. VT  
allows a single platform to run multiple  
operating systems in independent  
partitions.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Execute Disable  
Bit  
Select whether to enable the Execute  
Disable Bit function.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
PowerNow!  
Technology  
Select whether to enable the PowerNow!  
Technology function.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Node Interleave  
ACPI SRAT Table  
Online Spare  
Select whether to disable the Node  
Interleave function.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Select whether to enable the ACPI SRAT  
Table function.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Select whether to disable the Online Spare  
function.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
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Memory Configuration  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Extended  
Memory  
Total size of extended memory detected during POST  
DIMM Group  
#1 - 16 Status  
The size of memory installed on each of the memory  
slots.  
Unlock Disabled  
Banks  
Press Enter key to configure.  
       
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Advanced Chipset Control  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Wake on  
Keyboard/  
Mouse  
Select whether to enable the Wake on  
Keyboard/Mouse function.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Wake On Ring  
Select whether to wake up the system  
when an incoming call is detected on  
the modem.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Wake On RTC  
Alarm  
Select whether to wake up the system  
when an RTC alarm is detected.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
       
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PCI Configuration  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
PCI Slot 1 - 5  
Option ROM  
When enabled, this setting will initialize  
the device expansion ROM for the related  
PCI slot.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
LAN 1/2  
Option ROM  
Scan  
Select whether to enable the selected  
onboard LAN device. When enabled,  
device expansion ROM will be initialized.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Onboard LAN  
1/2 Control  
Select whether to enable the selected  
Onboard LAN 1/2 Control.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
     
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I/O Device Configuration  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Serial Port A/B  
When enabled, it allows you to  
configure the serial port settings.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Auto  
When set to Auto, it allows the server’s  
BIOS or OS to select a configuration.  
When set to Disabled, it displays no  
configuration for the serial port.  
Base I/O address Base I/O address and IRQ setting for the  
selected serial port  
3F8/IRQ4  
2F8/IRQ3  
3E8/IRQ4  
2E8/IRQ3  
PS/2 Mouse  
USB Control  
Enables this parameter if you intend to  
use a mouse or trackball with a PS/2  
interface.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Enables or disables the onboard USB  
controller.  
USB1.1+USB2  
USB1.1  
Disabled  
Legacy USB  
Support  
Enables or disables support for legacy  
USB devices.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
     
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
SATA0  
Controllor  
Select whether to enable support for  
SATA devices.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
SATA1  
Controllor  
Select whether to enable support for  
SATA devices.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
SATA2  
Controllor  
Select whether to enable support for  
SATA devices.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
NV RAID  
Configuration  
Press Enter to configure onboard SATA  
RAID.  
IDE Configuration  
The IDE Configuration submenu lets you define the parameter settings  
related to the system hard drive(s).  
     
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I/O Channel 0/Secondary Master/Slave  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
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 capacity of the selected hard drive.  
Maximum  
Capacity  
Multi-Sector  
Transfers  
Set the multi-Sector transfer mode.  
16 Sectors  
Disabled  
2 Sectors  
4 Sectors  
8 Sectors  
LBA Mode  
Control  
Selects the hard disk drive translation  
method. For drivers with more than  
504 MB, LBA mode is necessary.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
32-bit I/O  
Enable or disable the 32-bit data  
transfer function  
Enabled  
Disabled  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Transfer  
Mode  
Select a transfer mode to enhance hard  
disk performance.  
Fast PIO 4  
Standard  
Fast PIO 1  
Fast PIO 2  
Fast PIO 3  
FPIO 3/DMA 1  
FPIO 4/DMA 2  
Ultra DMA  
Mode  
Selects DMA (Direct Memory Access)  
mode.  
Mode 6  
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.  
     
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Boot Configuration  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Boot-time  
Diagnostic  
Screen  
Choose whether to display the boot-time  
diagnostic screen during POST.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Reset  
Configuration  
Data  
Select whether to erase data in the section  
of memory for ESCD (Extended System  
Configuration Data) which stores the  
configuration settings for non-PnP plug-in  
devices.  
Yes  
No  
Multiprocessor  
Specification  
Select the multiprocessor (MP) specification  
revision level.  
1.4  
1.1  
Note: Some operating system will require a  
1.1 setting for compatibility reasons.  
POST Error  
Pause  
Select whether to pause POST when a  
boot-up error is detected.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
       
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
After Power  
Failure  
Defines the power state to resume to after a  
system shutdown that is due to an  
interruption in AC power.  
Last State  
Stay Off  
Power On  
When set to Last State, the system will  
return to the active power state prior to  
shutdown.  
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  
boot-up.  
On  
Off  
DMI Event Logging  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Event Log  
Validity  
Indicates the validity of the DMI event log.  
Event Log  
Capacity  
Displays the space capacity allotted for the DMI event log.  
   
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
View DMI  
Event Log  
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.  
Event  
Logging  
Select whether to allow logging of all  
DMI events.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
ECC Event  
Logging  
Select whether to allow logging of ECC  
events.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Mark DMI  
Events as  
Read  
Press Enter to view the DMI event log, then select a log  
entry to mark as read.  
Clear All  
Event Logs  
Select whether to delete all DMI event log  
entries during the next system start-up.  
Yes  
No  
 
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Security menu  
The Security menu allows you to safeguard and protect the system  
from unauthorized use by setting up access passwords.  
There are three types of passwords that you can set:  
Supervisor password  
Entering this password will allow the user to access 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.  
               
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Supervisor  
Password Is  
This parameter indicates whether a  
supervisor password has been assigned.  
Clear  
Enabled  
User Password Is  
This parameter indicates whether a user  
password has been assigned.  
Clear  
Enabled  
Set Supervisor  
Password  
Press Enter to configure the supervisor password.  
Set User  
Press Enter to configure the user password.  
Password  
Password On  
Boot  
Select Enabled to activate security check  
during POST.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Setting a system password  
1
2
3
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.  
Type a password then press Enter.  
The password may consist of up to six alphanumeric characters  
(A-Z, a-z, 0-9).  
Retype the password to verify the first entry then press Enter  
again.  
4
5
Press F10.  
Select Yes to save the new password and close the Setup Utility.  
   
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Changing a system password  
1
Use the up/down keys to select a password 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.  
2
3
4
Retype the password to verify the first entry then press Enter  
again.  
5
6
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.  
2
3
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.  
       
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Server menu  
Parameter  
Description  
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.  
   
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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  
       
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
COM Port  
Address  
Select whether to enable console  
redirection.  
Onboard COM A  
Disabled  
Console redirection enables users to  
manage the system from a remote  
location.  
Onboard COM B  
Baud Rate  
Select the baud rate for console  
redirection.  
300  
1200  
2400  
9600  
19.2K  
38.4K  
57.6K  
115.2K  
Console  
Type  
Select a terminal type to be used for  
console redirection.  
VT100,  
VT100 8bit  
PC-ANSI 7bit  
VT100+  
VT-UTF8  
Flow  
Control  
Assign control for the console  
redirection flow.  
None  
XON/OFF  
CTS/RTS  
Continue  
C.R. After  
POST  
Select whether to enable console  
redirection after POST.  
On  
Off  
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Event Log Configuration  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Clear All Event  
Logs  
Press Enter then select whether to clear all entries in  
the system event log.  
Log POST Sys.  
Event  
Select whether to enable the BIOS event  
log to be integrated in the system event  
log.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
   
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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.  
By default, the server searches for boot devices in the following order:  
1
2
3
4
Floppy disk drive  
Optical disc drive  
Removable device  
Hard drive  
     
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Exit menu  
The Exit menu displays the various options to quit from the BIOS setup.  
Highlight any of the exit options then press Enter.  
Parameter  
Description  
Exit Saving  
Changes  
Save changes made and close the BIOS setup.  
Exit Discarding  
Changes  
Discard changes made and close the BIOS setup.  
Load Setup  
Defaults  
Load the default settings for all BIOS setup parameters.  
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  
Changes  
Discard all changes made in the BIOS setup.  
Save changes made in the BIOS setup.  
Save Changes  
   
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This chapter provides possible solutions for specific  
problems. If you cannot correct the problem,  
contact your local Acer representative or  
authorized dealer for assistance.  
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Resetting the system  
Before going through in-depth troubleshooting, attempt first to reset  
the system using one of the methods below.  
Perform  
Purpose  
To do this  
Soft boot  
reset  
To clear the system memory and reload  
the operating system.  
Press Ctrl+Alt+Del  
Cold boot  
reset  
To clear the system memory, restart  
POST, and reload the operating system.  
This will halt power to all peripherals.  
Press the system  
power button off  
and then on.  
       
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Initial system startup problems  
Problems that occur at initial system 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  
   
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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 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.  
   
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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
2
Turn off the system and all external peripheral devices.  
Disconnect all peripheral devices from the system, except for the  
keyboard and the display monitor.  
3
4
Make sure the system power cord is plugged into a properly  
grounded AC outlet and in the power supply module cord socket.  
Make sure the display monitor and keyboard are correctly  
connected to the system.  
5
6
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
9
If the power indicator is lit, attempt to boot from a floppy diskette  
or from a disc.  
Turn on the system.  
If the power indicator did not light up, see “Power indicator does  
not light” on page 102.  
     
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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  
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  
   
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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:  
Make sure the power supply module is properly installed.  
Make sure the power cord is connected correctly.  
Make sure that the wall outlet has power. Test it by plugging  
another device.  
Make sure the power indicator on the front panel is lit up green.  
Remove all add-in cards and see if the system boots.  
If reboot is successful, install the cards back in one at a 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.  
FDD activity indicator does not light.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the FDD data and power cables are properly connected.  
Check that relevant switches and jumpers for the FDD are set  
correctly.  
Check that FDD is properly configured.  
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.  
             
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HDD activity indicator does not light.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the data and power cables are connected correctly.  
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:  
Make sure the IDE and power cables are properly connected.  
Check that relevant switches and jumpers on the drive are set  
correctly.  
Check that the drive is properly configured.  
DVD tray cannot be ejected.  
Insert the tip of a paperclip into the small hole on 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:  
Make sure you are using the correct type of disc.  
Make sure the disc is properly seated in the drive.  
Make sure the disc is unscratch and free of any contaminant.  
Make sure the drive’s IDE and power cables are properly  
connected.  
Newly installed memory modules are not detected.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the memory modules specifications comply with the  
system requirements.  
Make sure the memory modules have been populated according  
to the system guidelines.  
Make sure the memory modules are properly installed on their  
mainboard slots.  
           
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Network connection indicators do not light.  
Do the following:  
Check the cabling and network equipment to make sure that there  
are in proper condition.  
Reinstall the network drivers.  
Try another port or hub on the switch.  
Network activity indicators do not light.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the correct network drivers are loaded on the system.  
Network might be idle.  
Peripheral device connected to a USB port does not work.  
Do the following:  
Reduce the number of external devices connected to a USB hub.  
Refer to the documentation that came with the device.  
There is problem with the software program.  
Do the following:  
Verify that the software is properly configured for the system.  
Refer to the software installation and operation documentation  
for instructions on setting up and using the software.  
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.  
           
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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 at a 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 onboard video  
controller.  
2
3
4
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.  
   
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Appendix A: Server  
management tools  
 
This appendix gives an overview of the  
different server management tools  
supported by your server.  
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Server management overview  
The server management tools supported by the Altos G5450 system is  
listed in the table below.  
Tool  
Function  
PhoenixBIOS Setup  
Utility  
Use this tool to configure the different hardware  
components and system functions (memory,  
processor, and security settings). Go to the BIOS  
ASM (Acer Server  
Management)  
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, refer to the user  
documentation accompanying it.  
Onboard SATA RAID  
Configuration Utility  
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.  
LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID  
Configuration Utility  
Note: Support for the LSI SAS Configuration Utility may not be available for  
all system releases.  
   
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RAID configuration utilities  
RAID option for the Altos G5450 system is provided through either the  
onboard SATA controller or through a controller board option (LSI 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.  
Configuring Onboard SATA RAID  
This section briefly shows how to create RAID1 with onboard SATA  
RAID function.  
Enabling onboard SATA RAID  
To configure onboard SATA RAID, you have to enable the onboard  
SATA RAID in BIOS first.  
1
2
Press F2 during the POST to enter the BIOS  
After you entering the BIOS, select Advanced -> I/O Device  
Configuration -> NV RAID Configuration  
3
4
5
6
Change the setting of NV RAID Configuration from Disabled to  
Enabled.  
After you changing the setting of NV RAID Configuration, you  
will see all the SATA port listed separately.  
Change the setting of each port which you want to use for RAID  
form Disabled to Enabled.  
Press F10 and select Yes to save the setting and exit the BIOS.  
Entering Onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility  
To enter the onboard SATA RAID configuration utility, press F10 when  
you see MediaShield ROM BIOS 6.77 during POST.  
       
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Note: You have to install at least one SATA HDD to the onboard  
SATA controller in the system or you cannot see the MediaShield  
ROM BIOS 6.77 during POST.  
Creating a RAID1 Volume  
1
After you entering the configuration utility, Use the Up and Down  
arrow key to change the RAID Mode to Mirroring.  
2
Use the Left and Right arrow key to move the HDD from Free  
Disks to Array Disks.  
3
4
5
Press F7 to finish the RAID creation.  
Press Y to clear the data on disks.  
Now you will see the RAID volume listed on screen. You can press  
Ctrl-X to exit and start to install OS  
Configuring LSI MegaRAID SAS 8708ELP  
This section briefly shows how to create RAID with LSI MegaRAID SAS  
8708ELP.  
Starting LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility  
To start LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility for MegaRAID  
SAS 8708ELP, press CTRL-H when you see the RAID BIOS during POST.  
After POST finished, the Adapter Selection page will show on the  
screen. Please click on Start to launch the configuration menu.  
Loading Factory Default Setting  
1
In the Configuration menu, select Adapter Properties. The  
current adapter settings appear. Please click on Next to change  
the setting.  
2
3
Change the setting of Set Factory Defaults from No to Yes then  
click on submit.  
Press Ctrl+Alt+Del to reboot the server.  
 
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Creating and Initialing a RAID Volume  
1
2
3
4
5
Launch the configuration menu.  
Select Configuration Wizard  
Select Add Configuration (default) and click on Next.  
Select Custom Configuration (default) and click on Next.  
Hold the Ctrl key and select the drives that you want to add into  
the array. After you selecting the drives, click on AddtoArray.  
6
7
8
Click on Accept DG then Next.  
Select the array you just created, click on Add to SPAN and Next.  
Select the RAID Level you want to use, create the logical volume  
by specify the size at Select Size and click on Accept to create the  
logical volume.  
9
Click on Next after you creating the logical volume.  
10 Click on Accept and Yes to save the configuration.  
11 Click on Yes to initialize the new logical drives. You will see all the  
logical drives listed.  
12 Click on Home to go back to the configuration menu.  
13 Now you can reboot the system and install the Operating System.  
Select Exit, click on Yes and press Ctrl+Alt+Del to reboot the  
system.  
Assigning a Hot Spare Disk  
1
Launch the configuration menu.  
2
Select a free disk marked as UNCONF GOOD and listed under  
Physical Drives.  
3
4
Select Make Global Dedicated HSP or Make Dedicated HSP  
and click on Go.  
Click on Home to go back to the configuration menu. You will see  
the disk marked as Hotsapare in pink and listed under Physical  
Drives.  
Configuring LSI MegaRAID SAS 8204ELP  
This section briefly shows how to create RAID with LSI MegaRAID SAS  
8204ELP.  
 
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Starting LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility  
To start LSI MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility for MegaRAID  
SAS 8204ELP, press CTRL-M when you see the RAID BIOS during POST.  
After POST finished, the Adapter Selection page will show on the  
screen. Please click on Start to launch the configuration menu.  
Loading Factory default setting  
1
Select Objects from Management menu.  
2
Select Adapter from Objects. The selectable adapter will be  
listed.  
3
Press Enter on the adapter and the adapter setting will be shown  
on the screen. You can change the setting from this menu.  
4
5
Select Factory Default and Yes to load the default settings.  
Exit the configuration utility and press <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del> to  
reboot the server.  
Creating a RAID volume  
1
Select Configuration from Management Menu.  
2
Select New Configuration from the Configuration menu. An  
array selection window displays the devices connected to the  
current controller.  
3
4
Press the arrow keys to choose specific physical drives and press  
spacebar to associate the selected drive with the current array. The  
indicator for selected drive change from READY to ONLINE.  
After you adding the drives to current array, press Enter to finish  
creating current array.  
5
6
Press Enter again to select array to configure.  
Press spacebar to select the array and press F10 to configure the  
logical drive  
7
Select Accept and press Enter to use the default setting for the  
RAID volume.  
8
9
Press Enter to end the array configuration.  
Select YES to Save Configuration and press any key to return to  
the Configuration menu.  
10 Press ESC to return to the Management Menu.  
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Initial RAID Volume  
1
2
3
Select Initialize from Management menu. All logical drives  
should be listed under Logical Drives.  
Press Spacebar to select drives for initialization. The selected drive  
will be shown in yellow.  
After selecting the drives, press F10 and select YES to start the  
initialization process.  
4
5
When initialization is complete, press ESC to continue.  
Press ESC to return to the Management Menu.  
Assigning a Hot Spare Disk  
1
2
3
4
5
Select Objects from Management menu.  
Select Physical Drive from Objects. All of the HDDs will be listed.  
Select a drive marked as READY and press Enter.  
Select Make Hot Spare and press Enter.  
Select Yes then you will see the HDD is changed from READY to  
HOTSP.  
6
Press ESC to return to the Management Menu.  
Save and Exit Embedded RAID Configuration Utility  
1
When RAID configuration, initialization and assigning hot spare is  
completed, press ESC in the Management Menu and select YES  
to exit the RAID Configuration Utility.  
2
3
Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to reboot the server.  
Now you can start to install OS.  
Appendix B: Rack mount  
configuration  
   
This appendix shows you how to set up the  
Altos G5450 server in a rack mount  
configuration.  
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Rack installation information  
The Altos G5450 server system can also be mounted in a rack-model  
position. A rack mount kit is available for customers who want to  
rack mount kit, contact your local Acer representative or order directly  
from http://www.acer.com/.  
Rack installation precautions  
Follow the rack manufacturer's safety and installation instructions for  
proper rack installation.  
The following additional rack safety installation measures should be  
considered:  
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.  
Main AC power disconnect  
You are responsible for installing an AC power disconnection for  
the entire rack unit. This main disconnection must be readily  
accessible, and it must be labeled as controlling power to the  
entire unit, not just to the system(s).  
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.  
     
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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 for 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.  
Component  
Quantity  
Usage  
Mounting rails  
2
Allows the server to slide in and out of the  
rackmount for maintenance purposes.  
Each mounting rail consists of the  
following:  
Fixed outer rail. Attaches to system rack  
with M6 x 13 screws.  
Inner rail. Attaches to the sides of the  
server with M4 x 5 screws.  
Middle sliding piece has a steel ball  
gearing to control server movement  
from and into the rackmount.  
   
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Component  
Front brackets  
Rear brackets  
Side handles  
Screw pack  
Quantity  
Usage  
2
2
2
Attach the mounting rails to the server.  
Attach to the sides of the server.  
Secure the different rack components.  
Refer to the next section for details.  
Screw types  
The following screws are used in the assembly of the Altos G5450  
system and bundled rack-mountable components.  
Screw type  
Quantity  
Figure  
Usage  
M6 X 13  
8
Install the mounting rails to the  
rack.  
M6 x 18  
2
2
Secure the cable arm to the rack.  
M6 cage nut  
Install into the vertical rails of the  
rack for cable arm support.  
Distand  
8
4
6
Install into the vertical rails of the  
rack for server support.  
M4 x 5  
Secure the mounting rails to the  
chassis.  
U#6-32 x 6.4  
Secure the rack handles to the  
chassis (4).  
Attach the cable arm to the  
chassis (2).  
 
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Vertical mounting hole pattern  
The four vertical rails of the system rack contain mounting holes  
arranged in a manner shown in the figure below.  
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.  
   
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Rack installation procedures  
Preparing the 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.  
     
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Appendix B: Rack mount configuration  
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.  
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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 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.  
Do the same thing to the other front bracket.  
 
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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.  
(2) Extend the middle sliding piece of each mounting rail forward  
until you hear an audible click.  
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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 is also recommended that two  
or more people help in installing the server to the rack to  
minimize the chances of accidents.  
1
2
Press the release latch on both sides of the rack mounting rails.  
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.  
 
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Installing the cable arm option  
The cable arm option allows you to tie-wrap all cables to and from the  
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.  
   
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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 26 for related instructions.  
(2) Secure all server cables to the cable arm using the cable  
clamps.  
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Appendix B: Rack mount configuration  
129  
Index  
5.25 inch device bays  
BMC module  
Numerics  
C
A
Acer EasyBUILD  
ARMC/3 module  
D
DMI event log  
B
backplane board  
DVD-ROM drive  
Basic Input/Output System, see BIOS  
BIOS  
E
easy-swap HDD  
electrostatic discharge, see ESD pre-  
BIOS Setup  
environmental specifications  
expansion card  
F
floppy disk drive  
front bezel  
 
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M
mechanical specifications  
H
media storage  
hard drive  
hardware options  
O
hardware upgrade  
HDD cage  
operating system  
P
PCI bus slots  
heat sink fan  
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, see BIOS  
POST  
hot-plug HDD  
power  
I
L
LAN ports  
network connection indicator  
power off  
power supply module  
LED indicators  
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processor  
status/fault indicator  
system boards  
system fan  
R
system memory  
system passwords  
rack installation  
system reset  
system setup  
S
serial port  
pre-installation  
server management  
requirements  
side panel  
system upgrade  
specification  
redundant power supply module  
T
troubleshooting  

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