Acer Altos R910 Series
User’s Guide
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Notices
FCC notice
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.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the device and receiver
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help
Notice: Shielded cables
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables
to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
Notice: Peripheral devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to
comply with the Class A limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation
with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception.
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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 device does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the interference-causing equipment standard
entitled “Digital Apparatus” ICES-003 of the Canadian Deparmment of
Communications.
Laser compliance statement
The DVD-ROM drive in this server is a laser product. The optical 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.
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Important safety instructions
Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.
1
2
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
3
4
Do not use this product near water.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product
may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
5
Slots and openings on the back or bottom side of the chassis are provided
for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect
it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked 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.
6
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.
7
8
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
product where persons will walk on the cord.
If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total
ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total
rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse
rating.
9
Never push objects of any kind into this product through the chassis slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.
10 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.
11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a
b
c
When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
If liquid has been spilled on the product
If the product has been exposed to rain or water
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d
If the product does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.
e
f
If the product has been dropped or the chassis has been damaged
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a
need for service.
12 Replace the battery with the same type as the product's battery we
recommend. Use of another battery type may present a risk of fire or
explosion. Refer battery replacement to a qualified service technician.
13 Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not
disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from children and
dispose of used batteries promptly.
14 Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your
accessories box) for this unit. It should meet the following criteria:
•
•
An IEC 320 C13 connector to plug into the power supply on the server.
For North America or similar electrical distribution systems: UL listed/
CSA certified, 16/3 type SJT/SO, with NEMA 6-15P SPT-2, or equivalent
attachment plug.
•
•
For Europe or similar electrical distribution systems: VDE certified or
HAR rated 250V, 3 x 1.0mm2 minimum conductor size, rather for no
less than the product ratings.
Maximum length is 14.76 feet (4.5 meters).
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FCC notice
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Features summary
Front bezel
3
Front panel
Rear panel
System boards
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Mainboard
Hot-plug memory board
System jumpers
2 System setup
Setting up the system
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41
ESD precautions
Pre-installation instructions
Post-installation instructions
Opening the server
Removing the front bezel
Installing the front bezel
Removing the top cover
Installing the top cover
Removing the CPU air baffle
Installing the CPU air baffle
Removing the center brace
Installing the center brace
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Hard disk drives
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Installing a HDD
Power supply
Memory board
PCI card
DVD drive
5.25-inch drive
Processor
Memory board
DIMM modules
PCI card
RAID cache
RAID BBU
4 BIOS setup
Introduction
System options menu
BIOS setup
90
Main
Processor
Memory
Devices
Server Management
Security
117
122
124
125
Save, Restore & Exit
Upgrading the BIOS
5 Troubleshooting
127
129
129
129
130
131
Troubleshooting
Resetting the system
Problems following initial system installation
First steps checklist
Hardware diagnostic testing
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Installation and population order
DIMM module installation order
Memory modes
Maximum performance
Memory sparing
Memory RAID
Memory mirroring
Appendix C: Integrated SCSI hardware RAID
configuration
Configuring the integrated SCSI hardware RAID
175
177
Index
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The Acer Altos R910 is a rack optimized 64-bit
Intel Xeon MP processor-based server system.
The system features redundant memory,
networking, hot-plug PCI slots, standard-based
server management, and server-oriented
embedded I/O. Remote monitoring and
management functions are also included,
providing a new level of user tools for server
administration.
This chapter provides a brief overview of the
system hardware, including illustrations and
component identification.
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Features summary
Listed below are the system’s key features:
Processor
•
Supports one to four physical processors
®
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Dual-core Intel Xeon™ processors 7000 sequence
64-bit Intel Xeon processors MP with 1 MB L2 cache
667 or 800 MHz front side bus
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•
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Hyper-Threading Technology
Extended Memory 64-bit Technology
Demand-Based Switching for power savings
Execute -Disable Bit for hardware support of security features
Chipset
•
Intel E8501 chipset (north bridge)
•
•
Support dual front side bus
Support for hot-plug memory
•
Intel IOP332 storage I/O processor
•
Includes Intel XScale Technology works in conjunction with
the LSI Logic 53C1030 Ultra320 SCSI controller to support
optional integrated SCSI hardware RAID
•
Intel 81801EB I/O Controller Hub 5 (south bridge)
Memory subsystem
•
Supports up to 64GB of DDR2-400 MHz (PC2-3200) registered ECC
memory modules
•
Supports one to four hot-plug memory boards
•
Each memory board supports:
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-
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Four DIMM slots
DDR2 channels with two DIMMs per channel
Connection through x16 PCI-Express slots
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Memory reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) features
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Memory mirroring
Memory RAID
Memory sparing
Memory hot-plug
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x8 SDDC (Single Device Data Correction) for memory error
detection and correction
Media storage
•
One 5.25-inch device bay supports:
•
•
AIT2 tape drive
LTO-2 half-height tape drive
•
Up to five hot-plug Ultra320 SCSI hard disk drives
SCSI controller
•
•
LSI Logic 53C1030 LVD SCSI controller
Dual independent Ultra320 SCSI interfaces (internal)
Integrated hardware RAID (optional)
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•
•
•
Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, and 10
Requires RAID activation key (iButton)
Requires DDR2-400 registered ECC DIMM for RAID cache
option.
Note: After installing the iButton and RAID cache DIMM, the
system BIOS setup allows you to enable the hardware RAID
solution. For detailed installation instructions, see “Configuring
integrated SCSI hardware RAID components” on page 79.
You can also install a RAID BBU to improve fault tolerance by
enhance by protecting data in the RAID cache in the event of
power failure. For more information on how to install a RAID BBU,
see “Installing the RAID BBU” on page 85.
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Serial ATA port
•
One SATA port (reserved for slim-type DVD drive)
Networking
•
Broadcom BCM5704C Gigabit Ethernet Controller with dual ports
PCI I/O
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•
•
One hot-plug x8 PCI Express slot
Three hot-plug x8 PCI Express slots (with x4 throughput)
One hot-plug 133 MHz, 64-bit PCI-X slot
Two non hot-plug 100 MHz, 64-bit PCI-X slots
Note: The PCI hot-plug function allows the removal of a standard
PCI adapter from the system without stopping the software or
powering down the unit.
Graphic interface
®
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ATI Radeon 7000 video controller with 16MB SDRAM
Baseboard Management Controller
•
•
•
Integrated Acer BMC module
IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) 2.0 compliant
Supports ARMC/3 (Acer Remote Management Card/3) (optional)
I/O ports
•
Front
•
VGA/monitor port
•
Three USB 2.0 ports
•
Rear
•
•
•
•
Serial port
External SCSI connector (optional)
VGA/monitor port
Two USB 2.0 ports
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•
Two Gigabit LAN ports (RJ-45)
Server management port (RJ-45)
1
Operating system and software
•
Operating system options:
®
®
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•
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Microsoft Windows Server 2003, x64 Edition
Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0, EM64T
®
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•
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9.0
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9.0, EM64T
2
•
•
ASM (Acer Server Manager)
2
Easy Build (includes SCSI RAID Configuration Utility)
Power supply
•
Two 220-volts, 1470-watt hot-swap (1+1) redundant power supply
modules
System fan
•
•
Two hot-swap redundant system fan modules
Two redundant (1+1) fans in each system fan module
1 Reserved for remote management of server. This requires installation of an ARMC/3.
2 For more information on how to install and use ASM and Easy Build utilities, refer
to the manual on the EasyBUILD DVD.
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External and internal structure
Front bezel
The front bezel provides an interface for system management via
status LED indicators. The status LEDs on the bezel mirrors the LEDs on
the front panel, indicating HDD activity, LAN1 and LAN2, system status/
fault, power, and ID status. The bezel is detachable to allow access to
the external drive bays, serial and USB connectors, LED indicators, and
the power, reset, and system ID buttons. A summary of the indicators
and components behind the bezel is given in the succeeding section.
Item
Icon
Component
Item
Icon
Component
A
HDD (hard disk
drive) activity
indicator
D
Status/fault
indicator
B
C
LAN 1 status
indicator
E
F
Power indicator
LAN2 status
indicator
System ID indicator
For details on how to remove the front bezel, see “Removing the front
bezel” on page 35.
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Front panel
Item
Icon
Component
Item
Icon
Component
A
DVD drive bay
F6
Reset button
B
C
D
5.25-inch drive
bays
F7
F8
G
Power button
System ID button
VGA/monitor
port
NMI button
Hot-swap system fan
assembly eject
button
E
USB 2.0 ports
H
I
Hot-swap system fan
modules
F1
HDD (hard disk
drive) activity
indicator
Hot-swap system fan
assembly indicator *
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Item
Icon
Component
Item
Icon
Component
F2
LAN1 and LAN2
status indicator
J
Hot-plug HDDs
F3
F4
F5
Status/fault
indicator
K
L
Hot-plug HDD
activity indicator
Power indicator
Hot-plug HDD
carrier latch
System ID
indicator
* The hot-swap system fan assembly indicator lights up amber when a fan module fails.
Front panel control button functions
Below table lists the functions of the front panel control buttons.
Item
Function
NMI button
Reset button
Power button
System ID button
Puts the server in a halt-state for diagnostic purposes.
Press to reset the system.
Press to turn the system power on and off.
Press to turn the system ID LED on and off.
Press to release the hot-plug HDD carrier lever.
Hot-plug HDD
carrier latch
Hot-swap system
fan eject button
Press to release the hot-swap system fan lever.
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Front panel LED indicators
Below table lists the LED states on the front panel.
LED
indicator
Item
Color
Status
Description
A
HDD
activity
indicator
Green, on
HDD is being initialized.
HDD is active.
Green,
blinking
Amber, on
HDD or HDD slot failure.
Amber,
slow
blinking
(~1 Hz)
A predictive HDD or HDD
slot failure or rebuild is
in process.
Amber,
fast
blinking
(~2.5 Hz)
HDD rebuild is
interrupted or rebuild on
empty slot.
B
LAN1,
LAN2
status
Green, on
Green, off
Inactive
Idle
No network access
Network access
indicator
Green,
Active
blinking
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LED
indicator
Item
Color
Status
Description
C
Status/
fault
indicator
Green, on
Ready
System booted and ready.
CPU or DIMM disabled
Green,
Degraded
blinking
Amber, on
Critical
condition
Critical power supply,
blower, voltage, or
temperature failure.
Amber,
blinking
Non-
critical
condition
•
Redundant power
supply or blower
failure.
•
Non-critical blower,
voltage, and
temperature failure.
D
Power
indicator
Green, off
Green, on
Green, off
Power off
Power on
S4/S5
System is not powered
on.
System has power
applied to it.
System in ACPI S4 or S5
state (power off).
Green,
blinking
S1
System in ACPI S1 state
(sleep mode).
Green, on
Blue, on
S0
System in ACPI S0 state
(legacy power on).
E
F
System ID
indicator
System identification is
active.
Blue, off
Amber, on
System identification is
disabled.
Hot-swap
system fan
module
Non-
critical
condition
Fan failure
status
indicator
Amber, off
Fan normal operation.
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LED
indicator
Item
Color
Status
Description
G
Hot-plug
HDD
Amber,
flashing
HDD is active.
activity
indicator
Amber +
Green,
alternate
flashing
•
•
HDD is powered on
and rebuilding RAID.
HDD is powered on
and has a fault
condition.
Amber,
flashing
HDD is not powered on
and has a fault condition.
Unlit
•
•
No HDD is installed.
HDD is initiated but
has no current activity.
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Rear panel
Item
Component
Item
Component
A
Serial port
G1,
G2
Hot-swap power supply
module status indicators
B1 -
B7
B1 Hot-plug PCI Express x8 slot
B2 Hot-plug PCI-X 133MHz slot
H1,
H2
Hot-swap power supply
module DC input power
connectors
B3 Hot-plug PCI Express x8 slot
(with x4 throughput)
B4 Hot-plug PCI Express x8 slot
(with x4 throughput)
B5 Hot-plug PCI Express x8 slot
(with x4 throughput)
B6 PCI-X 100MHz slot
B7 PCI-X 100MHz slot
C
External SCSI connector
(optional)
I
Sytem ID button
D
E
VGA/monitor port
USB 2.0 ports
J
System ID indicator
K
Server management port
(RJ-45) *
F
Gigabit LAN ports (10/100/1000
Mbps)
* Reserved for remote management of server. This requires installation of an ARMC/3 (Acer
remote management card/3).
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Rear panel LED indicators
Below table lists the LED states on the rear panel.
LED
indicator
Item
Function
Color
Description
A1
Hot-swap
power
Power
good
Green, on
System has power
applied to it.
supply
indicator
module
status
indicator
A2
Fault
indicator
Amber, on
Amber, off
•
•
Power rail failure.
Power supply is in a
latched state.
•
•
Power supply module
failure, +3.3 VSB is
lost.
System is not powered
on.
A3
B
DC OK
indicator
Green, on
DC power cord is plugged
into an active DC power
source.
System ID
indicator
Blue, on
Blue, off
System identification is
active.
System identification is
disabled.
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LED
indicator
Item
Function
Color
Description
C
LAN port
indicators
Status
Green, on
Green, off
Network link is detected.
No network connection.
Green,
blinking
Network connection in
place.
Speed
Green/
10 Mbps connection
Amber, off
Green, on
Amber, on
100 Mbps connection
1000 Mbps connection
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System boards
Mainboard
The mainboard becomes accessible once you open the system. It should
look like the figure shown below.
Item
Description
Item
Description
A
Server management port
(RJ-45) *
Q
BMC or ARMC/3 module
connector (optional)
B
C
Integrated SCSI hardware
RAID activation key
(iButton) connector
R
S
Memory board slot B
PCI-X 100MHz (Slot 7)
DC power connectors
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Item
Description
Item
Description
D
E
PCI-X 100MHz (Slot 6)
T
Power distribution board
(PDB) signal connector
Hot-plug PCI Express x8
(with x4 throughput) –
(Slot 5)
U
CPU socket 1
CPU socket 2
CPU socket 4
F
Hot-plug PCI Express x8
(with x4 throughput) –
(Slot 4)
V
G
Hot-plug PCI Express x8
(with x4 throughput) –
(Slot 3)
W
H
I
Hot-plug PCI-X 133MHz –
(Slot 2)
X
Y
Z
VRM 10.2 connector (CPU 4)
CPU socket 3
Hot-plug PCI Express x8 –
(Slot 1)
J
Gigabit LAN 1 (top),
LAN 2 (bottom)
SCSI connector channel A
(connects to the SCSI
backplane board)
K
L
Dual USB 2.0 ports
AA
BB
VRM 10.2 connector (CPU 3)
Serial (top),
VGA port (bottom)
Integrated SCSI hardware
RAID BBU connector
M
N
Memory board slot A
RTC battery
CC
SCSI connector channel B
(for internal or external SCSI
connector)
DD
Integrated SCSI hardware
RAID cache memory (DDR-2)
slot
O
P
SATA connector
EE
FF
Memory board slot D
Memory board slot C
Front panel board
connector
* Reserved for remote management of server. This requires installation of an ARMC/3 (Acer
remote management card/3)
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SCSI backplane board
Item
Description
Item
Description
A
Front panel board
connector
D
Power cable connector to
DVD and 5.25” drives
B
C
Power distribution board
connector
E
F
Hot-swap system fan
module connectors (two on
reverse side)
SCSI cable connector
Hot-plug HDD connectors
(two on reverse side)
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Hot-plug memory board
Item
Description
Item
Description
A
B
C
Mirror mode indicator
RAID mode indicator
F
Memory board handle
DIMM 1B error indicator
DIMM 1A error indicator
G
H
Hot-plug attention
indicator
D
E
Attention button *
Power indicator
I
DIMM 2B error indicator
DIMM 2A error indicator
J
* Press this button to perform a hot-insertion or hot-removal of a memory board.
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Memory board LED indicators
The hot-plug memory board has LEDs indicating the configuration and
status of the DIMMs installed on it.
Feature
Color
Description
Mirror mode
indicator
Green,
on
System is in memory mirror configuration. The
memory board mirrors another memory
board in the system.
Green,
off
System is not configured for memory
mirroring it.
RAID mode
indicator
Green,
on
System uses RAID memory configuration.
System is not in a RAID configuration.
Memory hot-plug transition event.
Normal operation
Green,
off
Hot-plug
attention
indicator
Amber,
on
Amber,
off
Power
indicator
Green,
on
Power is detected. The memory board is
powered on.
Green,
off
Power is not detected on all boards.
Memory board is in hot-plug event.
Green,
flashing
DIMM 1A, 1B,
2A, and 2B
Amber,
on
DIMM installed in DIMM slots 1A (J3A2), 1B
(J3A1), 2A (J3B2), and 2B (J3B1) is
error indicator
malfunctioning and needs to be replaced.
Amber,
off
DIMM is functioning properly.
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System jumpers
Jumper name
Settings
Function
JA41
1-2 (default)
2-3
Password enabled
Password clear
Password disabled/cleared
JA42
1-2 (default)
2-3
BIOS unprotected
BIOS write protect
BIOS write protected
J4A3
1-2 (default)
2-3
Normal boot
BIOS recovery
BIOS recovery
J4A4
1-2 (default)
2-3
BIOS clear CMOS
BIOS clear CMOS/
NVRAM
Forced CMOS clear
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This chapter gives you instructions on how to set up
the system. Procedures on how to connect
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:
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•
•
•
•
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 R910 system
Acer EasyBUILDTM
Acer Altos R910 accessory box
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
Caution! The server operates on 220 VDC only. Do not connect
the system to an incorrect voltage source.
Refer to the illustration below for specific connection instructions on
the peripherals you want to connect to the system.
220 V
220 V
Note: Consult the operating system manual for information on
how to configure the network setup.
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Turning on the system
After making sure that you have properly set up the system and
connected all the required cables, you can now power on the system.
To power on the system, press the power button on the front control
panel.
The system starts up and displays a welcome message on the monitor.
After that, a series of power-on self-test (POST) messages appears. At
the BIOS splash screen, the System Options menu can be accessed by
pressing a key on the keyboard. For more information on how to use
the System Options menu, see “System options menu” on page 90.
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.
The POST messages indicate if the system is running well or not. If the
POST finds any problems, the system will emit a beep code followed by
an error message displayed on the monitor. Aside from the POST
messages, you can determine if the system is in good condition by
checking if the following occurred:
•
•
Power indicator on the front panel lights up (green)
Num Lock, Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock indicators on the keyboard
light up
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Power-on problems
If the system does not boot after you have applied power, check the
following factors that might have caused the boot failure.
•
The external power cable may be loosely connected.
Check the power cable connection from the power source to the
power cable socket on the rear panel. Make sure that the cable is
properly connected to the power source and to the power cable
socket.
•
•
No power comes from the grounded power outlet.
Have an electrician check your power outlet.
Loose or improperly connected internal power cables.
Check the internal cable connections. If you are not confident to
Warning! Make sure all power cords are disconnected from
the electrical outlet before performing this task.
•
The ARMC/3 or BMC module is not installed in the server, or not
properly seated.
Check the ARMC/3 or BMC module connection. Make sure the
ARMC/3 or BMC module is properly connected to the mainboard.
For more information on how to install the ARMC/3 or BMC
module, see “Installing the ARMC/3 or BMC module” on page 77.
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 R910 comes with Acer EasyBUILDTM that allows you to
conveniently install your choice of operating system. To start using
EasyBUILD, follow the steps below.
1
2
Locate the EasyBUILD DVD included in the system package.
With the system turned on, gently press the CD-ROM drive Stop/
Eject button.
3
4
When the disc tray slides open, insert the EasyBUILD DVD with the
label or title side of the disc facing upward.
Note: When handling the disc, hold it by the edges to avoid
smudges or fingerprints.
Gently press the disc down to make sure that it is properly
inserted.
Caution! While pressing the disc, be careful not to bend the disc
tray. Make sure that the disc is properly inserted before closing
the disc tray. Improper insertion may damage both the disc and
the CD-ROM drive.
5
6
Gently press the drive Stop/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 DVD supports Windows Server 2003 and Red Hat
Linux operating system only.
Windows or Linux OS CD is needed when you install the OS with
the EasyBUILD DVD.
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Turning off the system
There are two ways by which you can turn off the server. These include:
•
If you are using a Windows OS on your server, you can turn off the
server by clicking the Start button on the Windows taskbar, point
to Shut Down..., select Shut down from the drop-down window
then click on OK. You can then turn off all peripherals connected
to your server.
If you are using another OS, refer to the OS documentation for
instructions on how to shut down the OS.
•
If you cannot shut down the server, 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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measures and installation procedures you
need to know to upgrade the system.
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Installation precautions
Before you install any server component, we recommend that you read
the following sections. These sections contain important ESD
precautions along with pre-installation and post-installation
instructions.
ESD precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage the processor, disk drives,
expansion boards, motherboard, memory modules and other server
components. Always observe the following precautions before you
install a server component:
1
Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until
you are ready to install it.
2
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.
Pre-installation instructions
Perform the steps below before you open the server or before your
remove or replace any component:
1
2
3
4
5
Turn off the system and all the peripherals connected to it.
Unplug all cables from the power outlets.
Place the system unit on a flat, stable surface.
Open the system according to the instructions on page 35.
Follow the ESD precautions described in this section when
handling a server component.
6
Remove any hardware structure or cable that block access to the
component you must replace or upgrade.
See the following sections for specific installation instructions on the
component you want to install.
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Warning! Failure to properly turn off the server before you
start installing components may cause serious damage. Do
not attempt the procedures described in the following
sections unless you are a qualified service technician.
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 all hardware structure or cable that have been previously
removed.
3
4
5
6
Reinstall the top cover.
Reinstall the front bezel.
Connect the necessary 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 “Pre-
installation instructions” on page 33.
You need to open the server before you can install additional
components. The front bezel and top cover are removable to allow
access to the system’s internal components. Refer to the following
sections for instructions.
Removing the front bezel
Grasp the front bezel at outer edge and pull straight out.
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Installing the front bezel
Slide the front bezel onto the chassis.
Removing the top cover
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Loosen the two captive screws located on the faceplate of the
chassis (A). See illustration on page 37.
Slide the top cover toward the back of the chassis until the tabs on
the cover disengage with the slots on the chassis.
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4
Lift the top cover away from the server and put it aside for
reinstallation later (B).
Installing the top cover
1
2
3
4
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Place the top cover on the chassis so that the tabs on the cover
align with the slots on the chassis (A).
Slide the top cover toward the front of the chassis until it is fully
closed.
Tighten the captive screws on the faceplate of the chassis (B).
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Removing the CPU air baffle
You will need to remove the CPU air baffle to perform the following
procedures:
•
•
•
Removing and installing a heat sink
Removing and installing a CPU
Removing and installing a DVD drive
To remove the CPU air baffle
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
3
Insert your fingers into the holes on the top of the baffle (A).
Pull the baffle up and back to disengage the baffle from the two
sheet-metal tabs on the front of the baffle.
4
Lift the baffle from the chassis (B).
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Installing the CPU air baffle
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Insert the front of the CPU air baffle under the two metal tabs at
the front of the baffle, just below the SCSI backplane board. One
tab is located on each side of the chassis.
3
Lower the rear of the baffle into place, making sure the guides on
each side of the air baffle will correctly engage in the left and
right chassis slots.
4
5
Push down the air baffle to the two locations where the word
Memory is printed on the air baffle.
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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Removing the center brace
You will need to remove the center brace to remove and install an
optional processor core VRM.
To remove the center brace
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Slide the chassis at each side of the chassis to the unlock position
(A).
Lift the center brace from the chassis (B).
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Installing the center brace
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
3
Slide the center brace into position in the chassis (A).
Slide the latches at each side of the chassis to the locked position
(B).
4
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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Removing a memory board air baffle
You will need to remove the memory board air baffle to perform the
following procedures:
•
•
Removing and installing a memory board
Removing and installing a PCI card
To remove the memory board air baffle
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Insert your fingers into the two holes on the top of the memory
board air baffle, then push the tab (A).
Lift the memory board air baffle from the server (B).
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Installing a memory board air baffle
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Insert the memory board air baffle into the memory board slot
with arrow on the tab pointing to the right. The memory air baffle
will lock into the memory board slot.
3
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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Configuring hot-pluggable
components
Hot-pluggable components are the components that can be removed
and replaced while the system is powered on. For this server model, it
refers to the following:
•
•
•
•
•
Hard disk drives
System fan assembly
Power supply
Memory board
PCI cards with OS hot-plug interface
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Hard disk drives
The server’s hard disk drive bay supports five hot-plug SCSI drives. Use
only Acer-qualified HDDs. To purchase an HDD, contact your local Acer
representative.
Caution! To ensure proper airflow and server cooling, all drive
bays must contain either a carrier with a hard drive installed in it
or a hard disk carrier cover.
Determining drive status
Each HDD carrier features a dual-color LED indicator to display the
hard drive status. If you are replacing a failed HDD, determine which
drive has failed by checking the drive status LED. For more information
on how to determine the drive status, refer to “Front panel LED
indicators” on page 10.
Removing a HDD
1
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 33.
2
If you are removing a failed HDD, determine which drive has failed
by checking the drive status LED.
3
4
Press the green HDD carrier latch (A).
Pull the lever to remove the HDD carrier from the chassis (B).
5
6
Place the HDD carrier on a clean, static-free work surface.
If you are replacing a hard disk, remove the four screws that secure
the hard disk to the HDD carrier, then remove the disk from the
HDD carrier.
Keep the screws for later HDD installation.
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Installing a HDD
Note: To puchase a HDD carrier, contact your local Acer
representative.
1
2
Perform steps 1 to 4 of the “Removing a HDD” on page 45.
Remove the four screws that secure the air baffle to the HDD
carrier (A).
3
Remove the air baffle from the HDD carrier (B).
4
5
Save the air baffle and screws for later use.
Install a hard disk on the HDD carrier, then secure it with the four
screws (A) that came with the HDD carrier (B).
6
With the lever still extended, slide the HDD carrier all the way into
the drive bay.
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7
Use the lever to push the HDD carrier until it docks into place (A),
then close the HDD carrier lever (B).
System fan assembly
The system has two cooling fan assemblies — two fan modules each —
located on the front panel. Each assembly has an amber LED to
indicate a failed fan condition. If the amber LED is on, the fan assembly
needs to be replaced. The LED remains off during normal operation.
Removing the system fan assembly
Caution: System fan assembly hot-swap operations should be
performed only if a failure occurs in the system fan assembly.
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 33.
Locate the fan assembly you are replacing. If a fan in the assembly
has failed the amber LED will be lit (A).
3
4
Press the green button on the front of the fan assembly to release
the handle (B).
Use the handle to pull the fan from the system (C).
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Installing the system fan assembly
Warning! To ensure proper system cooling, the replacement
of a failed system fan module should be completed within
one minute.
1
If a system fan assembly is installed in the fan bay, perform steps 1
to 3 of the “Removing the system fan assembly” section.
2
3
Slide the new fan into the fan bay (A).
Push the handle closed until it clicks into place (B).
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Power supply
The server has two hot-swap power supply module bays on the rear
panel that accept hot-swap redundant power supply modules. The
system ships out with two power supply modules installed. A
redundant power configuration enables a fully-configured system to
continue running even if one power supply module fails.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to
the equipment, the installation of power supply modules
should be referred to individuals who are qualified to service
server systems and are trained to deal with equipment capable
of generating hazardous energy levels.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot
surfaces, observe the thermal labels on each power supply
module. 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 modules. 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.
Caution! Due to chassis airflow disruption, a power supply
bay should never be vacant for more than two minutes when
the server is powered on. Exceeding five minutes might cause
the system to exceed the maximum acceptable temperature
and possibly damage the system components.
Caution! The system does not support running with only one
power supply. To prevent chassis airflow disruption, a power
supply bay should never be vacant for more than two minutes.
Exceeding the time may cause the system to exceed the
maximum acceptable temperature and possibly damage
system components.
Caution! The system operating voltage range is 200 to 240
VDC. Do not plug the power cord into an incorrect voltage
voltage source.
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Removing a power supply
Caution: Power suppy hot-swap operations should be performed
only if a failure occurs in the power supply.
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 33.
Remove the DC power cord from the power supply.
Loosen the thumbscrew on the latch to unlock the power supply
handle (A).
4
5
Open the handle on the power supply (B).
Pull the power supply from the chassis and set it on a clean, static-
free surface (C).
6
Install a filler panel.
Installing a power supply
Caution! To ensure proper system cooling, the replacement of
failed power supply shoule be completed within two minutes.
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 33.
Remove the filler panel from the empty power supply bay, if
installed.
3
With the handle in the open position, push the power supply in
the bay fully (A).
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4
5
Rotate the handle to the closed position (B).
Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the power supply (C).
6
7
Plug the power cord into the DC receptacle on the power supply.
Verify that the LEDs on the power supply are functioning. Refer to
the “Rear panel LED indicators” on page 14 for more information.
Memory board
The memory boards in the server connect to the mainboard through
the x16 PCI Express slots or memory board slots A, B, C, and D. Refer to
“Mainboard” on page 17 for the location of the memory board slot.
Up to four memory boards can be installed in the server. Each memory
board has four DIMM slots that support two DDR2 channels, with two
DIMMs per channel. The memory boards support both single-rank and
double-rank, registered ECC DIMMs.
The memory boards can be configured in a redundant or non-
redundant configuration. Memory boards configured using RAID or
mirroring are in redundant configuration. If a memory board that is
configured in a redundant configuration has a DIMM or memory board
fault, the memory board and/or DIMM containing the fault can be
removed and replaced while the system is powered on. Memory boards
that are configured in a non-redundant configuration (including
memory boards configured with spare memory) must not be removed
while the system is powered on.
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Caution! Do not attempt to hot-remove or hot-add a memory
board in a non-redundant configuration. If your server is not
configured in the BIOS setup utility for maximum compatibility,
memory RAID, or memory mirroring, you must power down your
server before removing or installing any memory board or DIMMs.
For instructions, see “Cold removal of memory board instructions”
described on page 70 and “Cold insertion of a memory board
instructions” described on page 71.
Memory board replacement options
The server include the following memory board replacement options:
•
Memory hot-replace - While the system is in operation and
configured with a RAID or mirroring configuration, you can
replace a failed memory board. The replacement board must
include identical memory capacity. The system will test, initialize,
and rebuild the data on the memory board and then include this
board in the system memory configuration. The activity is
transparent to the OS. For instructions on how to hot-replace the
memory board, see “Removing a hot-plug memory board” on
page 53.
•
Memory hot-add - You can increase the memory capacity of the
system while the OS is active and if it is in a RAID or mirror
configuration. If your server is in a RAID configuration, you can
remove only one memory board at a time to upgrade the memory
add an additional two mirrored memory boards. In a maximum
compatibility configuration, a new memory board can be added to
an empty slot. When the initialization is complete, the operating
system is informed of the new memory. For instructions on how to
hot-add the memory board, see “Installing a hot-plug memory
board” on page 54.
•
Memory cold-plug operation - If your server is not in a RAID or
mirror configuration, you must turn off the server to add or
replace the memory board. To replace or remove a memory board
using cold-plug operation, see “Installing a memory board” on
page 71 and “Removing a memory board” on page 70.
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Note: If you remove a memory board from the server, you must
either replace it with a new memory board or install a memory
board air baffle.
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 33.
Press the attention button on the memory board. The power LED
will begin to flash. Refer to “Memory board LED indicators” on
page 21 for the location of the power LED.
3
After the hot-plug attention LED stops flashing, make sure the
power LED for the memory board is also off.
Caution! Do not attempt to remove any memory board while any
of the LEDs are either on or blinking. If the attention LEDs do not
turn off, your configuration may not support hot-plug memory
board activity. For instructions on non-hot-plug memory board
maintenance, see “Cold removal of memory board” and “Cold
insertion of a memory board”.
4
5
Once all the board LEDs are off, press the latch on the memory
board handle to release the handle (A) and lift the handle up (B).
Lift the memory board from the server (C).
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6
Install a memory board or memory board air baffle. For
instructions on how to install a memory board, refer to section
to “Installing a memory board air baffle” on page 43.
7
Installing a hot-plug memory board
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 33.
Locate an empty memory board slot.
If necessary, remove the memory board air baffle. Perform
instructions described in “Removing a memory board air baffle”
on page 42.
4
Add or replace memory DIMMs as needed. For instructions, see
“Installing DIMMs” on page 73 and “Removing DIMMs” on
page 75.
5
6
Ensure the handle on the memory board is in the open position.
Align the board edges with the card guides and slide the memory
board into the memory board slot (A).
7
Push the handle down until it is in the locked position (B).
8
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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The BIOS setup utility executes a memory test prior to configuring
the memory in POST and when a memory board is inserted into
the system during a memory hot-removal or hot-add operation.
If a DIMM fails the memory test, an LED will light on the memory
board to identify the location of the bad DIMM and the DIMM
bank will be disabled. The failed DIMM is logged onto the System
Event Log (SEL). BIOS setup utility will disable the DIMM and/or the
memory board. Upon subsequent reboots, this memory is not
initialized unless the BIOS setup option “Reset all system memory”
or “Retest board memory” is selected. Refer to “4 BIOS setup” on
page 87 for more information.
PCI card
Caution! Only PCI add-in cards in PCI slots 1 through 5 are
hot-pluggable. If you are installing or removing a PCI card from
PCI slot 6 or 7, see page 76 for more information.
Cards can be hot-plugged in PCI slots 1 through 5. You can remove and
replace a PCI card with OS hot-plug interface.
Removing hot-plug PCI card
To remove a hot-plug PCI card with OS hot-plug interface:
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 33.
If you are using a Microsoft Windows operating system, double-
click the Unplug/Eject icon in the taskbar to open the Unplug or
Eject Hardware menu.
3
4
Select the device to be removed and click Stop.
Make sure that the power LED on the rear of the PCI slot is turned
off before disconnecting any cables attached to the card.
5
Rotate the slot retention latch on the rear of the card slot upward
(A).
6
7
Pull up the card to remove it (B).
Store the card in an antistatic protective wrapper.
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8
Install the slot cover over the empty slot, then rotate the retention
latch downward (C).
9
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
Installing a hot-plug PCI card
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
If your server is operating, use your OS to power down the PCI slot.
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 33.
Locate an empty expansion slot on the mainboard.
Rotate the slot retention latch on the rear of the card slot upward.
Pull up the slot cover.
Remove the PCI add-in board from its protective packaging.
Align the card in the empty slot.
Insert the card into the selected slot. Make sure that the card is
properly seated.
9
Rotate the retention latch downward.
10 Connect any required cable to the card.
11 When using the hot-plug PCI card with OS hot-plug interface:
•
Wait for the software user interface to appear on your
monitor and then confirm the device to be enabled.
•
Wait for the power LED to turn on.
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Configuring cold-pluggable
components
Cold-pluggable components are the components that require the
system to be powered down before you can remove or replace them.
The cold-pluggable components installed in the server include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
DVD drive
5.25-inch drive
Processor
Processor core VRMs
Memory board
DIMM modules
PCI card
ARMC/3 or BMC module
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DVD drive
Removing the DVD drive
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Disconnect the power and SATA cables from the SATA-to-IDE
converter board on the rear of the media device (A).
3
4
Press the blue release latch on the media device carrier (B).
Slide the media device from the front opening in the faceplate of
the system (C).
Installing the DVD drive
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
If necessary, remove the old DVD drive. See previous section.
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3
4
Lift the rear right corner of the media device to remove it from the
carrier (A) and (B).
Remove the SATA-to-IDE converter board (C).
5
6
7
Remove the new drive from its protective packaging.
Attach the SATA-to-IDE converter board to the media device.
Install a new media device into the carrier.
8
9
Slide the carrier into the front opening in the chassis.
Plug the SATA and power cables into the converter board.
10 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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5.25-inch drive
The 5.25-inch drive bay allows you to install additional drives such as
another backup hard drive, CD-ROM drive, or a tape drive. These
options provide the system with additional storage capacity.
Installing a 5.25-inch drive
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
3
Push the tabs on both sides of the carrier filler panel (A).
Hold the tabs in while pulling the carrier filler panel from the bay
(B).
4
5
Remove the screws that attach the slide rails to the filler panel.
Attach the slide rails to the device, then secure it with screws you
removed earlier.
6
Attach the Y-power cable to the rear of the device.
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Slide the 5.25-inch peripheral device into the server until it clicks
7
into place.
8
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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Processor
The server supports up to four processors, the following models are
supported:
•
•
dual-core Intel Xeon processor 7000 sequence
64-bit Intel Xeon processor MP with 1 MB L2 cache
CPU upgrading guidelines
When installing CPUs the following must be observed:
•
•
•
•
Use only Acer-qualified CPUs.
CPUs should have identical FSB, cache, and speed.
CPUs must be installed in sequential order beginning with the
CPU_1 socket.
•
If you are installing an additional CPU, read the information on
“Processor core VRM requirements” on page 66 to determine if
you need to add any VRMs and follow the instructions listed on
the requirements.
•
If you are removing a CPU, but not installing replacement
processor, read the information on “Processor core VRM
requirements” on page 66 to determine if you need to remove any
VRMs and follow the instructions listed on the requirements.
Removing a CPU
The system may have from one to four CPUs installed on the
mainboard. If you are replacing a CPU on the system, the heat sink
must be removed.
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 33.
Warning! The heat sink becomes very hot when the system
is on. NEVER touch the heat sink with any metal or with
your hands.
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2
If necessary, remove the CPU air baffle. Perform instructions
described in “Removing the CPU air baffle” on page 38.
3
4
Locate the CPU you want to remove.
Loosen the four screws on the heat sink.
5
6
Lift the heat sink to remove it.
Place the heat sink upside down on a flat surface.
Note: Wipe off the thermal grease from both the heat sink and
processor using an alcohol pad.
7
Pull the CPU socket retainer lever to the fully open, upright
position.
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Pull out the CPU from the socket.
Store it in an anti-static bag.
Installing a CPU
1
2
3
Perform steps 1 to 3 of the “Removing a CPU” section.
If a heat sink is installed, remove it.
Pull the CPU socket retainer lever to a fully open position.
4
Remove the CPU from its protective packaging.
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Position the CPU over the socket, matching the two triangle
markers (A) and lining up the CPU pins with the socket (B).
6
Press the retainer lever down to lock the CPU in place.
7
8
9
thermal grease to the heat sink base.
Set the heat sink on the processor, aligning the four screws in the
heat sink with the screw sockets in the chassis.
Tighten the screws approximately one full turn at a time until each
is evenly tightened. Do not fully tighten one screw at a time.
10 Install the processor VRMs and processor core VRMs as necessary.
To determine requirements, see “Processor core VRM
requirements” on page 66.
11 Reinstall the CPU air baffle. See “Installing the CPU air baffle” on
page 39.
12 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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Processor core VRMs
Use processor core 10.2 VRMs with processors installed in CPU sockets 3
and 4.
Processor core VRM requirements
This server requires the installation of VRMs when upgrading the CPU
in CPU sockets 3 and 4.
10.2 VRM
for CPU3
10.2 VRM
for CPU4
CPU3
CPU4
CPU2
CPU1
Refer to the configuration label on the inside of the chassis top cover
for the locations of these VRMs. Contact your local Acer representative
for specific VRM requirements. As an overview, the following generic
VRM rules apply:
No. of processors
Processor core 10.2 VRM requirement
One
None
Two
None
Three
Four
One core 10.2 VRM
Two core 10.2 VRMs
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Removing the processor core VRM
Note: The two processor core VRMs are located under the center
brace.
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
3
Remove the fourth processor core VRM.
Warning! The processor 4 VRM baffle must be installed to
maintain proper system airflow, even though you may not
have installed a VRM.
(1) Push down at the top of the baffle to unlatch it (A).
(2) Pull the cover out at an angle (B).
4
Press the holding clips on both sides of the VRM connector (A).
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Gently pull the VRM upward to remove it from the socket (B).
Processor 3 VRM
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
Processor 4 VRM
6
Installing a processor core VRM
Caution! The processor core VRM connector is slotted to ensure
proper installation. Make sure that you are inserting the correct
VRM to the connector. Forcing the wrong VRM into a connector
can damage the VRM and/or connector.
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
3
Verify that the connector of the VRM matches the type installed
on the mainboard.
4
5
Press the holding clips on both sides of the VRM connector (A).
Slide the VRM under the center brace and position it on its socket.
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Insert the VRM into the correct VRM connector and press down
firmly (B).
Processor 4 VRM
Press the holding clips inward to lock the VRM in place.
Processor 3 VRM
7
8
9
Install the VRM baffle over the processor 4 core VRM, if installed.
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
Memory board
The memory boards that are configured in a non-redundant
memory) must not be removed while the system is powered on.
Note: If you remove a memory board from the server, you must
replace it with a replacement memory board or a memory board
air baffle.
Important: Refer to the memory board installation order table
on page 158 when installing and removing memory boards.
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Removing a memory board
Caution! Damage to the system occurs if power is not removed
from the system prior to removal or installation of memory
boards.
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Press the latch on the memory board handle to release the handle
(A) and lift the handle up (B).
Lift the memory board from the server (C).
4
5
Install a memory board or memory board air baffle. For
instructions to install a memory board, refer to section below. For
instructions to install a memory board air baffle, refer to
“Installing a memory board air baffle” on page 43.
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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Installing a memory board
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
3
Locate an empty memory board slot.
If necessary, remove the memory board air baffle. Perform the
instructions described in “Removing a memory board air baffle”
on page 42.
4
Add or replace memory DIMMs as needed. For instructions, see
“Installing and Removing DIMMs”.
5
6
Make sure the memory board handle is in the open position.
Align the board edges with the card guides and slide the memory
board into the memory board slot (A).
7
Push the handle down until it is in the locked position (B).
8
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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DIMM modules
Each memory board on the server has four DIMM slots. Within the
memory board, the four DIMM slots are organized into two groups.
Each groups is referred to as a bank. You must install the correct type
of memory in each bank. Each slot supports 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB, and
4GB DDR2-400 (PC2-3200), ECC registered, 240-pin memory modules.
The maximum memory capacity is 64 GB.
DIMM module installation guidelines
The following rules apply when adding DIMMs to the memory boards:
•
DIMMs must be populated in pairs, referred to as a bank. The two
banks of DIMMs are defined on each memory board as:
•
•
Bank 1: DIMM slots 1A and 1B
Bank 2: DIMM slots 2A and 2B
When only using two DIMMs, populate DIMM 1A and 1B slots first
to ensure dual-channel operating mode.
Refer to the table below for suggested DIMM population.
DIMM label
DIMM 1A
DIMM 1B
Bank
Population order
1
2
1
DIMM 2A
DIMM 2B
2
•
•
Within a single bank, both DIMMs must be identical. Identical
DIMM size and identical number of devices on the DIMM.
The system does not support mixed-sized DIMMs or DIMMs from
different vendors within the same bank.
Warning! Functionality issues may be encountered if mixed
memory types are installed on the memory board.
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•
•
Use only DDR2 DIMMs. Other DIMMs will not fit into the socket.
Attempts to force a non-DDR2 DIMM into a socket will damage
and/or the socket or the DIMM.
•
•
Hold DIMMs only by the edges. Do not touch the components or
gold edge connectors.
Install DIMMs with gold-plated edge connectors only.
Important: Follow the DIMM module “Installation and
population order” on page 158 when installing and removing
DIMMs.
Installing DIMMs
Caution! Use extreme care when installing a DIMM. Applying too
much pressure can damage the connector. DIMMs are keyed and
can be inserted in only one way.
Note: DIMM slots on the memory module must be installed only
in certain configurations. Numbers next to DIMM slots correspond
to installation sequence. DIMMs must be installed in pairs.
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Remove the memory board. For instructions, see “Hot-removal of a
memory board” on page 53 or “Cold-removal of a memory board”
on page 70, depending on your server configuration.
3
Remove the memory board DIMM cover from the memory board:
(1) Pull out the latch on the memory board DIMM cover (A).
(2) Press the left and right DIMM cover tabs (B).
(3) Press the retainer tab, on the lower right of the cover (C).
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(4) Lift the cover from the memory board (D).
4
5
6
7
Locate the DIMM slots on the memory board.
Open the clips on the DIMM slot(s) (A).
Align (B) then insert the DIMM into the socket (C).
Press the holding clips inward to lock the DIMM in place (D).
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.
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Install the memory board DIMM cover on the memory board:
(1) Align the DIMM cover tabs with the top of the memory board
(A).
(2) Press the retainer tab inward (B).
(3) Press the DIMM cover down until it clicks into place.
9
Install the memory board. For instructions, see “Hot-insertion of a
Memory Board” on page 54 or “Cold Insertion of a Memory
Board”on page 71, depending on your server configuration.
10 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
Removing DIMMs
Before you can install a new DIMM in a socket, remove first any
previously installed DIMM from that socket.
Important: Before removing any DIMM from the mainboard,
make sure to create a backup file of all important data.
Caution! Use extreme care when removing DIMMs. Too much
pressure can damage the connector. Apply only enough pressure
on the plastic levers to release the DIMM.
1
2
Perform steps 1 to 5 described in the “Installing DIMMs” section.
Gently pull the DIMM upward to remove it from the socket.
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3
Install the memory board. For instructions, see “Hot-insertion of a
Memory Board” on page 54 or “Cold Insertion of a Memory
Board”on page 71, depending on your server configuration.
4
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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.
PCI card
PCI cards installed in slots 1 to 5 are hot-pluggable. If you are adding or
removing a card from one of these slots, you can do so without
powering down the server.
Caution! Damage to the system occurs if power is not removed
from the system prior to removal or installation of non-hot-plug
boards.
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
2
3
Disconnect any cables attached to the PCI card.
Perform steps 5 to 9 described in the “To remove a hot-plug PCI
card with OS hot-plug interface:” on page 55.
Installing a non-hot-plug PCI card
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Perform steps 3 to 10 described in the “Installing a hot-plug PCI
card” on page 56.
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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The ARMC/3 or BMC module provides server management firmware
and functionality for the system.
Removing the ARMC/3 or BMC module
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
3
4
Hold the module both by the loop finger grip and by the opposite
corner (A).
Caution: Do not bend or twist the module.
Pull up the module to remove it from the connector (B).
5
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
Installing the ARMC/3 or BMC module
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
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3
Insert the standoff into the hole in the ARMC/3 or BMC module
connector (A). The standoff installs on the bottom side of the
module.
4
Attach the module to the connector and snap the standoff into
the matching hole on the mainboard (B).
5
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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Configuring integrated SCSI hardware
RAID components
The system supports hardware RAID through the storage I/O processor
in conjunction with the LSI SCSI controller. The server platform
supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations. Functionality for
hardware RAID is enabled by using the following components:
•
•
RAID activation key (iButton)
RAID cache
There is also an option to install the RAID BBU (battery backup unit). If
power to the storage I/O processor drops below specifications, the
RAID BBU maintains the contents of the DIMM by keeping the DIMM
in self-refresh mode until power is restored. After power is restored,
data can be safely written to drives, maintaining the integrity of the
disk array.
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RAID activation key
Removing the RAID activation key
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
3
4
5
If a PCI card is installed in PCI-X Slot 7, remove the card. For
instructions on removing a PCI card, see page 76.
Insert the tip of a small flat-bladed screwdriver under the plastic
tab on the retainer holding the activation key to the mainboard.
Gently push down to detach the activation key.
6
7
8
9
Store the activation key in an anti-static bag.
Replace the PCI card.
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
Installing the RAID activation key
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
3
4
If a PCI card is installed in PCI-X Slot 7, remove the card. For
instructions on removing a PCI card, see page 76.
Remove the RAID activation key from its protective packaging.
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5
Align then insert the activation key into the RAID activation key
connector on the mainboard. .
6
7
8
Replace the memory board air baffle.
Replace the PCI card.
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
RAID cache
The RAID cache serves as memory for the storage I/O processor and as a
disk cache to store write data to drives.
Removing the RAID cache
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
3
4
Press the holding clips on both sides of the slot outward to release
the RAID cache (A).
Gently pull the RAID cache upward to remove it from the slot (B).
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Close the clips.
6
7
Replace the memory boards and memory air baffles.
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
Installing the RAID cache
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
3
4
5
6
Locate the RAID cache memory (DDR-2) slot on the mainboard.
Open the clips on the slot.
Align then insert the RAID cache into the slot (A).
Press the holding clips inward to lock the RAID cache in place (B).
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Note: RAID activation key and RAID cache is required to activate
integrated hardware RAID. For instructions on installing RAID
activation key, see page 80.
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RAID BBU
Removing the RAID BBU
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
3
If a memory board is installed in memory board slot D, remove the
board. For instructions on removing a memory board, see page 70.
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4
Disconnect the battery cable from the mainboard (A) and detach
it from its chassis holder (B).
5
Remove the battery holder from the chassis.
6
Open the battery holder by pinching the top and bottom covers of
the holder (A), then detach the cable inside the battery pack (B).
7
8
9
Remove the RAID BBU from the chassis.
Replace the memory boards and memory air baffles.
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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Installing the RAID BBU
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
2
Remove the memory boards or memory air baffles from DIMM
slots C and D. See “Cold Removal of Memory Board” on page 70
and “Removing a memory board air baffle” on page 42.
3
If a memory board is installed in memory board slot D connector,
remove the board. For instructions on removing a memory board,
see page 70.
4
5
Open the battery holder by pinching the top and bottom covers of
the holder (A).
Connect the cable inside the battery pack (B).
6
7
Secure the battery cable to its chassis holder (A).
Attach the cable to the RAID BBU connector on the mainboard (B).
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Engage the hooks on the back of the battery into the matching
slots on the chassis.
9
Replace the memory boards and memory air baffles.
10 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 34.
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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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Introduction
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.
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 BIOS setup, make sure that you have saved all open
files. The system reboots immediately after you close the setup.
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System options menu
During the boot process, the system will display the boot progress on
the monitor. The SCSI BIOS scan is displayed followed by the BIOS
splash screen. Press any key on the keyboard to access the System
options menu.
The System options menu, the BIOS version, copyright information and
the following options are displayed:
•
•
•
•
•
Continue Booting
Boot Manager
Boot Maintenance Manager
BIOS Setup Utility
Error Manager
Note the following reminders when moving around the System options
screen:
•
•
•
•
Use the Up and Down arrow keys to highlight an option.
Use the Enter key to select an option.
Press F9 to load the default configuration.
Press Esc to close the System Options menu.
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Using the System options menu
Continue Booting
Select Continue Booting option to boot from the device specified as
first boot option by the Boot Manager. The Continue Booting option is
selected by default, and will occur automatically if a preset timeout
expires.
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Boot Manager
The Boot Manager option lets you set the device priority during system
bootup. The server will attempt to boot from the first device on the
list. If the first device is not available, it will continue down the list until
it reaches an available device..
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Boot Maintenance Manager
The Boot Maintenance Manager option includes a menu of choices
that lets you configure the boot options and boot environment
variables.
The Boot Maintenance Manager include the following options:
•
•
•
•
Boot Options - Select this option to modify the system boot order
and add or delete boot options.
Driver Options - Select this option to modify the boot driver
options.
Set Time Out Value - Select this option to modify the automatic
boot time-out value.
Reset System - Select this option to reboot the server.
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BIOS setup
The BIOS setup utility stores basic settings for your server. You will need
to run this utility under the following conditions:
•
•
When changing the system configuration
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.
•
•
When redefining the communication ports to prevent any conflicts
When changing the password or making other changes to the
security settings
Entering BIOS setup
Power on the server to start the system POST process. During bootup,
press F2 to enter the BIOS setup screen.
Note: You must press F2 while the system is booting. This key
does not work during any other time.
There are several tabs on the setup screen corresponding to the six
primary BIOS menus:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Main
Processor
Memory
Devices
Server Management
Security
Save, Restore & Exit
The parameters on the screens shown in this User’s Guide display
default system values. These values may not be the same as those in
the system.
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Note the following reminders when moving around the setup screen:
•
Use the Left and Right arrow keys to move to the next page or to
return to the previous screen.
•
•
Use the Up and Down arrow keys to select an item.
Use the + and - keys to select an option.
You can configure a parameter that is enclosed in square
brackets. Grayed-out items have fixed settings and are not
user-configurable.
•
Use the Enter key to display a submenu screen.
Note: When a parameter is preceeded by a [>], it means that a
submenu screen is available.
•
•
•
•
Press F1 for General Help on using the BIOS setup.
Press F9 to load the default configuration.
Press F10 to save changes and close the BIOS setup.
Press Esc to close the BIOS setup.
In the descriptive table following each of the screen illustrations,
settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.
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Using the BIOS menus
Main
The Main menu displays basic and important information about the
system. These information are necessary for troubleshooting and may
be required when asking for technical support. These entries are for
your reference only and are not user-configurable.
The System Date and System Time parameters lets you define the
sytem’s time and date settings. The real-time clock keeps the system
date and time. After setting the date and time, you do not need to
enter them every time you turn on the system. As long as the internal
battery remains good and connected, the clock continues to keep the
date and time accurately even when the power is off.
Parameter
Description
Option
BIOS Version
Version of the BIOS.
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Parameter
Description
Option
System Date
Sets the date following the month-day-year
format. Valid values for weekday, month,
day, and year are:
Month: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul,
Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Day: 1 to 31
Year: 1998 to 2099
System Time
Sets the time following the hour-minute-
second format. Valid values for hour,
minute, and second are:
Hour: 00 to 23
Minute: 00 to 59
Second: 00 to 59
Hide
When this parameter is enabled, it will not
display diagnostic messages during startup.
Enabled
Diagnostic
Messages
During Boot
Disabled
POST Error
Pause
If enabled, the system will pause if an error
is found during POST.
Enabled
Disabled
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Processor
The Processor menu displays CPU settings such as type, actual speed,
cache size and other CPU related settings.
Parameter
Description
Option
Core Frequency
Bus Frequency
Indicates the processor clock speed.
Indicates the processor front side bus
speed.
Processor
Retest
When an error message associated with
the processor occurs during POST, you
can enable this parameter to eliminate
the error message.
Disabled
Enabled
Boot Processor
Number
Indicates the processor from which the
system will first attempt to boot up.
Processor #
Information
Press Enter to access the Processor #
Information submenu.
Hyper
Threading
Technology
Enables or disables the Hyper-Threading
Technology function of the processor.
Enabled
Disabled
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Parameter
Description
Option
Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep
Technology
When set to Auto, this feature allows
the OS to reduce power consumption.
Auto
Disabled
When set to Disabled, the system
operates at maximum CPU speed.
ExecuteDisable
Bit
When Enabled, the processor disables
code execution when a worm attempts
to insert a code in the buffer preventing
damage and worm propagation.
Enabled
Disabled
When Disabled, the processor forces the
Execute Disable Bit feature flag to
always return to 0.
Note: This parameter is hidden if the
processor does not support this function.
Hardware
Prefetcher
Enables or disables the processor
Hardware Prefetch feature.
Disabled
Enabled
Adj. Cache Line
Prefetch
Enables or disables the processor
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch feature.
Disabled
Enabled
Enhanced Halt
State
If enabled, the processor power
consumption will be lower when system
is idle.
Enabled
Disabled
Intel
Virtualization
Technology
Enables or disables the system to run
multiple operating systems and
applications in different partition.
Disabled
Enabled
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Processor Information
The screen below appears when you select the Processor #1, 2, 3, or 4
Information menu. The Processor # Information submenu displays the
CPU settings such as type, cache size, and other CPU related settings.
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Memory
The Memory menu displays the total amount of memory installed,
number of memory boards installed, and the current memory
configuration.
Parameter
Description
Total Memory
Indicates the total amount of onboard memory. The
memory size is automatically detected by BIOS during the
POST. If you install additional mamory, the system
automatically adjusts this parameter to display the new
memory size.
Effective
Memory
Indicates the total effective memory installed in the
server.
Memory
Boards
Indicates the total amount of memory boards installed in
the server.
Installed
Current
Displays the current memory configuration.
Configuration
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Parameter
Description
Configure
Memory RAS
and
Press Enter to access the Configure Memory RAS and
Performance submenu.
Performance
View and
Press Enter to access the View and Configure Memory
Configure
Board submenu.
Memory Board
(A, B, C, or D)
Configure Memory RAS and Performance
The screen below appears when you select the Configure Memory RAS
and Performance menu. This submenu allows you to view memory
configuration details and configure the memory boards in the server.
Parameter
Description
Option
Hardware
Memory Test
If enabled, memory will be tested using
hardware based engines on each
memory board.
Enabled
Disabled
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Parameter
Description
Option
Patrol Scrub
Enables or disables the hardware patrol
scrub to clean correctable errors.
Enabled
Disabled
Retest all
System
Memory
If enabled, retest all memory in the
system (including disabled DIMMs) and
enables memory which passes the test.
Disabled
Enabled
This option will reset to Disabled after
the test is completed.
Sparing
Threshold
Set the number of correctable errors
that can be logged in a period before
memory sparing occurs. Refer to “To
configure memory sparing” on page
168 for more details.
15
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,
7, 8, 9, 10, 11,
12, 13, 14
RAID Upgrade
Gap
Size of reserved gap on each memory
board for RAID memory capacity
addition.
Disabled
512MB
1024MB
1536MB
2048MB
2560MB
3072MB
3584MB
4096MB
Desired
Memory
Select a new memory configuration/
option.
Max
Performance
Configuration
Max
Compatibility
Mirror
RAID
View
Press Enter to access the View and
Configuration
Details
Configuration Details submenu.
Set Memory
Hot-plug in
SRAT table
Enables hot-replace and hot-add
memory boards while the system is in
operation.
Yes
No
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View Configuration Details
The screen below appears when you select the View Configuration
Details menu. This submenu allows you to view detailed information
regarding the current memory configuration.
Parameter
Description
Configuration
Indicates the type of memory configuration set in
Configure Memory RAS and Performance menu.
Max Effective
Size
Indicates the maximum possible size of memory.
Maximum effective memory size results when no spares
are configured. The actual effective size will be calculated
on the next system boot.
Min Effective
Size
Indicates the minimum possible size of memory.
Minimum effective memory size results when the largest
DIMMs are used as spare. The actual effective size will be
calculated on the next system boot.
Capabilities
The characteristics of the selected configuration
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Parameter
Description
Configuration
Possible
Indicates whether the selected configuration is possible
with the current installed memory.
If No is displayed, you may need to install more memory
to meet the requirements of the selected configuration.
Sparing
Indicates whether the selected configuration supports
sparing.
Hot Replace
Hot Add
Indicates whether the selected configuration allow
memory to be replaced while the system is running.
Indicates whether the selected configuration allow
memory to be added while the system is running.
Board
Indicates the board interleave for a chosen configuration.
Interleave
In mixed interleave, BIOS configures the best possible
interleave for each memory range.
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View and Configure Memory Board #
The screen below appears when you select the View and Configure
Memory Board # menu. This submenu allows you to view memory
board status and configure the memory boards in the server.
Parameter
Description
Option
Board Status
Indicates the memory board status. The
possible status include: Not Installed,
Healthy, Failed, or Disabled.
Healthy,
Not Installed,
Failed, or
Disabled
Retest Board
Memory
Enables or disables the retest of all
DIMMs on the current memory board.
When this parameter is set to Enabled,
the DIMMs will be re-enabled after
passing the test.
Disabled
Enabled
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Parameter
Description
Option
Reserve Rank
for Spare
Enables or disables the BIOS to set aside
the largest memory rank to server as
spare. Refer to “To configure memory
sparing” on page 168 for more details.
Disabled
Enabled
When correctable errors on a bad rank
surpasses the sparing threshold, it is
replaced by a spare rank.
DIMM Label
(1A,1B, 2A, or
2B) status table
Indicates the DIMM and DIMM slot
status.
Not
Installed,
Installed,
Installed/
Partial, or
Failed
Devices
The Devices menu allows you to examine and set system parameters
for built-in devices.
Press Enter to enter the submenu screen of the parameters shown in
the screen below.
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IDE Controller
The IDE Controller submenu lets you examine and set IDE controller-
related parameters.
Parameter
Description
Option
Enable Serial
ATA
Enables or disables all channels of the
Serial ATA controller.
Enabled
Disabled
Primary Master
Indicates the controller that is set as
primary master.
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Mass Storage
The Mass Storage submenu displays the status of the mass storage
controller
Parameter
Description
Option
Enable
On-board SCSI
Enables or disables the onboard SCSI
controller.
Enabled
Disabled
Note: This parameter is grayed out if
ROMB is enabled.
RAID
Activation Key
Indicates if the RAID activation key is
installed or not.
Installed
Not Installed
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LAN
The LAN submenu displays the status of the local area network and lets
you set the local area network parameters.
Parameter
Description
Option
Enable
On-board NIC
Enables or disables both channels of the
embedded LAN.
Enabled
Disabled
If Disabled, both channels of the
embedded LAN are turned off and the
device is inaccessible to the OS.
Enable
On-board NIC
ROM
Enables or disables the ROM for the
onboard LAN.
Enabled
Disabled
NIC 1 or 2 MAC
Address
Indicates the media access control of the
system’s LAN controller.
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Serial
The Serial submenu lets you define the parameter settings for the
system’s serial port.
Parameter
Description
Option
COM1 Enable
Enables or disables the onboard serial
port (COM 1).
Enabled
Disabled
Address
IRQ
Set the base I/O address for the COM 1
port.
3F8
2F8
3E8
2E8
Set the interrupt request line for the
COM 1 port.
4
3
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Server Management
The Server Management Configuration submenu lets you specify the
appropriate settings for the system’s event handling function.
The system event log enables you to record and monitor events that
occur in the system (eg., system temperature changes, fan stops, over-
temperature, over-voltage, fan failures, etc.).
Parameter
Description
Option
Console
Press Enter to access the Console
Redirection
Redirection submenu.
Flow Control
SEL Logging
Press Enter to access the FRU
Information submenu.
Press Enter to access the SEL Logging
submenu.
FRB
Press Enter to access the FRB
Information
Information submenu.
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Parameter
Description
Option
WOL Resume
from S5
Allows the system to be switched on
by means of network signals.
Enabled
Disabled
Reset on Fatal
Error
Enables system reboot if a fatal error
occurs.
Disabled
Enabled
Console Redirection
The Console Redirection submenu lets you examine and set the COM1
console redirection parameters for server management tasks over the
serial port.
Press Enter to access the COM1 Console Redirection submenu.
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SEL Logging
The SEL Logging submenu lets you examine and set the system event
log options. To clear the system event log, enable the Clear Log option.
The option executes as soon as Save, Restore & Exit is peformed, then
resets to Disabled.
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Security
The Security menu allows you to safeguard and protect the system
from unauthorized use by setting up access passwords.
Parameter
Description
Option
Administrator
Password
Prevents unauthorized access to the
BIOS setup utility.
Not Installed
Installed
User Password
Secures the system against unauthorized
use. Once you set this password, you
have to type it whenever you boot the
system. User password is available only
when an Administrator password is set.
Not Installed
Installed
Set
Press Enter to change the Administrator
Administrator
Password
password.
Set User
Press Enter to change the User
Password
password.
Password on
Boot
Select Enabled to activate security check
during POST.
Disabled
Enabled
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To set a Administrator/User password
1
2
3
Use the up/down keys to highlight a password parameter (Set
Administrator 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 seven alphanumeric characters
(A-Z, a-z, 0-9).
Retype the password to verify the first entry then press Enter
again.
After setting the password, the system automatically sets the
chosen password parameter to Installed.
To change the Administrator/User password
1
Use the up/down keys to highlight either change password
parameters (Change Administrator Password or Change User
Password) then press Enter.
2
3
4
Type the original password then press Enter.
Type a new password then press Enter.
Retype the password to verify the first entry then press Enter
again.
To remove the User password
1
Use the up/down keys to highlight the Clear User Password
parameter 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 User password
parameter to Not Installed.
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Save, Restore & Exit
The Save, Restore & Exit menu displays the various options to quit from
the BIOS setup. Highlight any of the exit options then press Enter.
Parameter
Description
Save Changes and Exit
Discard Changes and Exit
Save Changes
Saves changes made and close the BIOS setup.
Discards changes made and close the BIOS setup.
Saves changes made in the BIOS setup.
Discards all changes made in the BIOS setup.
Discard Changes
Restore Defaults
Loads 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.
Save as user default
Values
Saves current values to be restored later.
Restore User Default
Values
Restores previously saved user default values.
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Upgrading the BIOS
The upgrade utility allows you to upgrade the BIOS in the flash
memory. To prepare to upgrade the BIOS, you need to record the
current BIOS settings and download the BIOS image file to a temporary
folder on your hard drive or a USB flash memory device.
Recording the current BIOS settings
1
Run BIOS setup. See “Entering BIOS setup” on page 96.
2
Write down the current settings in the BIOS setup utility.
Downloading the BIOS image file
Download the image file to a temporary folder on your hard drive or a
USB flash memory device.
Note: Review the instructions and release notes that are provided
in the Readme file distributed with the BIOS image file before
attempting a BIOS upgrade. The release notes contain critical
information regarding jumper settings, specific fixes, or other
information to complete the upgrade.
To upgrade the BIOS:
Follow the instructions in the Readme file that came with the BIOS
upgrade. When the update completes, remove the bootable media
from which you performed the upgrade.
Note: Do not power down the system during the BIOS update
process. The system will reset automatically when the BIOS update
process is completed. You may encounter a CMOS checksum error
or other problem after reboot. It this happens, shut down the
system and boot it again. CMOS checksum errors require that you
enter Setup, check your settings, save your settings, and exit
Setup.
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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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Troubleshooting
This chapter helps you identify and solve problems that might occur
while you are using the system.
For any issue, first ensure that you are using the latest firmware and
files. In addition to the server firmware and files, make sure to update
any drivers used for components you have installed in your system,
such as video drivers, network drivers and SCSI drivers.
If you are unable to resolve your server problems on your own, contact
your dealer or local Acer representative for assistance.
Resetting the system
Before going through in-depth troubleshooting, attempt first to
perform reset the system using one of the methods below.
To do this
Press
Soft boot reset to clear the system memory and reload the
operating system.
Ctrl+Alt+Del
Cold boot reset. Turn the system power off and then on.
This clears system memory, restarts POST, reloads the
operating system and halts power to all peripherals.
Power off/on
Problems following initial system installation
Problems that occur at initial system startup are usually caused by an
incorrect installation or configuration. Hardware failure is a less
frequent cause. If the problem you are experiencing is with a specific
software application, see "There is problem with the application
software" on page 137.
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First steps checklist
•
DC power available at the wall outlet?
•
Are the power supplies plugged in? Check the DC cable(s) on the
back of the chassis and at the DC source.
•
•
•
Are all cables correctly connected and secured?
Is the processor fully seated in the socket on the mainboard?
Are all standoffs in the proper location and not touching any
components, causing a potential short?
•
Are all expansion boards fully seated in their slots on the
mainboard?
•
•
Are all jumper settings on the mainboard correct?
Are all jumper and switch settings on expansion boards and
peripheral devices correct? If applicable, ensure that there are no
conflicts - for example, two expansion boards sharing the same
interrupt.
•
•
Are all peripheral devices installed correctly?
If the system has a hard disk drive, is it properly formatted or
configured?
•
•
•
Are all device drivers properly installed?
Are the configuration settings made in BIOS setup correct?
Is the operating system properly loaded? Refer to the operating
system documentation.
•
•
•
Did you press the system power button on the front panel to turn
the server on (power indicator should be lit)?
Is the system power cord properly connected to the system and
plugged into an outlet for 200-240 V?
Are all integrated components from the tested components lists?
Check the tested memory, and chassis lists, as well as the supported
hardware and operating system list.
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Hardware diagnostic testing
This section provides a more detailed approach to identifying a
hardware problem and locating its source.
Caution! Before disconnecting any peripheral cables from the
system, turn off the system and any external peripheral devices.
Failure to do so can cause permanent damage to the system and/
or the peripheral devices.
1
Turn off the system and all external peripheral devices. Disconnect
each of device from the system, except for the keyboard and the
video monitor.
2
3
Make sure the system power cord is plugged into a properly
grounded DC outlet.
Make sure your video display monitor and keyboard are correctly
connected to the system. Turn on the video monitor. Set its
brightness and contrast controls to at least two thirds of their
maximum ranges (see the documentation supplied with your video
display monitor).
4
If the operating system normally loads from the hard disk drive,
make sure there is no disc in the optical drive.
5
6
Turn on the system. If the power indicator does not light, see
“Power indicator does not light” on page 132.
Verifying proper operation of key system lights
of each mass storage device installed in the system. As each device is
checked, its activity light should turn on briefly. Check if the HDD
activity indicator lights briefly? If not, see “HDD activity indicator does
not light.” on page 133.
Confirming loading of the OS
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
on Screen" on page 137.
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Specific problems and corrective actions
The following contains specific problems that may arise during the use
of your server. Possible solutions are listed for each problem.
Power indicator does not light.
Do the following:
•
•
•
Make sure the power button on the front panel is turned on.
Make sure the power cable is connected correctly.
Make sure that the wall outlet has power. Test it by plugging
another device.
•
Remove all non-hot-plug expansion cards and see if the system
boots. If successful, add the cards back in one at a time with a
reboot between each addition.
•
•
Make sure the memory board and memory modules comply with
the system requirements.
Make sure the memory modules have been populated according
to the system requirements.
•
•
•
•
Remove and reseat the memory board.
Remove and reseat the memory modules.
Make sure the CPU complies with the system requirements.
Make sure the CPU is populated according to the system
requirements.
•
•
Remove and reseat the CPU.
Make sure the chassis standoffs are installed only below mounting
holes. Misplaced standoffs may have contact to the pins on the
bottom of the mainboard and cause a short.
•
Make sure the VRMs are plugged in and the pins are not bent.
Server powers on but turns off often with fault light
Do the following:
•
•
•
Make sure the VRMs are plugged in and the pins are not bent.
Make sure the memory boards are properly seated.
Make sure the CPU is properly seated.
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Server boot does not complete POST
Do the following:
•
•
•
Make sure the VRMs are plugged in and the pins are not bent.
Make sure the CPU is properly seated.
Check the BIOS release notes to ensure the BIOS installed on the
platform supports the stepping and the family of processors
currently installed.
•
Make sure the memory boards are populated according to system
requirements.
Server does not recognize all of the processors installed
Do the following:
•
•
Make sure the VRMs are plugged in and the pins are not bent.
Make sure the CPU is properly seated.
HDD activity indicator does not light.
Do the following:
•
•
Make sure the drive is not disabled in the BIOS setup utility.
Make sure the drive’s power and data cables are connected
correctly.
•
•
Make sure the drive is compatible.
Make sure you have not exceeded the power budget for the
server.
•
•
If using SCSI drives, make sure that each SCSI ID number is unique
on the SCSI bus. See your drive documentation for details on
setting the SCSI ID for your drives.
If using a RAID configuration with SCSI drives, make sure the RAID
card is installed correctly.
If you have installed one or more hard drives in the system, do the
following:
•
Make sure the power and signal cables are connected correctly.
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•
If using SCSI drives, check that relevant switches and jumpers on
the hard drive and backplane board are set correctly.
ODD (Optical disk drive) activity indicator does not light.
Do the following:
•
•
Make sure the power and signal cables are properly installed.
Check that relevant switches and jumpers on the drive are set
correctly.
•
•
Check that drive is properly configured.
Check that onboard IDE controller is enabled in the BIOS setup.
ODD tray cannot be ejected.
•
Insert the tip of a paperclip into the small hole on the ODD drive.
Slowly pull the tray out from the drive until the tray is fully
extended then remove the disc.
ODD 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 unscratched.
Make sure all cables are connected to the ODD.
Hard drives are not recognized.
•
•
Make sure the drive is not disabled in the BIOS setup.
Make sure the drive is connected correctly and the power cable is
plugged to the power supply.
•
•
Make sure the drive is compatible.
Make sure that you have not exceeded the power budget for the
server.
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If using SCSI drives, verify that each SCSI ID numbers is unique on
the SCSI bus. Refer to the drive documentation for details on
setting the SCSI ID for your drives.
•
•
•
If using IDE drives, verify that the master/slave settings are set
correctly. Refer to the drive documentation for details on setting
the master/slave settings.
If using RAID configuration with SSCSI drives, make sure the RAID
card is installed correctly.
Bootable CD drive is not detected.
Make sure the Boot settings in the BIOS setup utility is configured to
allow the CD drive to be the first bootable device.
New memory modules installed are not detected.
Do the following:
•
•
•
Make sure the memory modules are properly seated on the
memory board’s DIMM slots.
Make sure the memory modules comply with the system
requirements.
Make sure the memory modules have been populated according
to the system requirements.
External device connected to a USB connector 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.
Cannot connect to a server
•
Make sure the network cable is securely attached to the correct
connector at the system rear panel.
•
Try a different network cable.
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•
•
Make sure you are using the correct and the current drivers.
Make sure the driver is loaded and the protocls are bound.
No video but LED on the front panel indicates system is in reset mode
•
•
Make sure the VRMs are plugged in and the pins are not bent.
Replace the failed VRM.
Problems with the network
Network status indicator does not light.
Do the following:
•
Check the cabling and network equipment to make sure that all
cables are properly connected.
•
•
Reinstall the network drivers.
Try another port or hub on the switch.
Diagnostics pass but the connection fails.
•
•
Make sure the network cable is securely attached.
Make sure you specify the correct frame type in the NET.CFG file.
The controller stopped working when an adapter was installed.
•
•
•
Make sure the cable is connected to the port from the onboard
network controller.
Make sure the other adapter supports shared interrupts and your
OS supports shared interrupts.
Try reseating the adapter.
The adapter stopped working without apparent cause.
•
Try reseating the adapter first, then try a different slot if necessary.
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•
•
The network files driver may be corrupt or deleted. Delete and
reinstall the drivers.
Run the diagnostics.
Network activity indicator does not light.
Do the following:
•
•
Make sure the correct network drivers are loaded on the system.
Network might be idle. Try accessing the server.
Server hangs when the drivers are loaded.
Change the PCI interrrupt settings.
There is problem with the application software.
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.
•
•
Make sure all cables are properly connected.
If other software runs correctly on the system, contact your vendor
about the defective software.
No characters appear on the screen.
Check the following:
•
•
Is the keyboard functioning? Test it by turning the “Num Lock”
function on and off to make sure the Num Lock light is
functioning.
Is the video monitor plugged in and turned on? If you are using a
switch box, is it switched to the correct system?
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•
Are the brightness and contrast controls on the video monitor
properly adjusted?
•
•
Is the video monitor signal cable properly installed?
Does this video monitor work correctly if plugged into a different
system?
•
•
Is the onboard video controller enabled in the BIOS setup?
Remove all expansion cards and see if the system boots. If
successful, add the cards back in one at a time with a reboot
between each addition.
•
•
Make sure the memory modules comply with the system
requirements.
Make sure the memory modules have been populated according
to the system requirements.
•
•
•
•
Remove and reseat the memory boards.
Remove and reseat the memory modules.
Make sure the CPU complies with the system requirements.
Make sure the CPU is populated according to the system
requirements.
If you are using a video controller board, do the following:
1
2
Verify that the video works using the onboard video controller.
Verify that the video controller board is fully seated in the
mainboard connector.
3
4
Reboot the system for changes to take effect.
If there are still no characters on the screen after you reboot the
system and POST emits a beep code, write down the beep code
you hear. This information is useful for your service representative.
5
If you do not receive a beep code and characters do not appear,
the video display monitor or video controller may have failed.
Contact your service representative or authorized dealer for help.
Characters are distorted or incorrect.
Check the following:
•
Are the brightness and contrast controls properly adjusted on the
video monitor? Refer to the documentation that came with the
video monitor.
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•
•
Are the video monitor’s signal and power cables properly
connected.
different system?
System cooling fan do not rotate properly.
If the system cooling fan is not operating properly, it is an indication of
possible system component failure.
Check the following:
•
Is the power indicator lit? If not, see “Power indicator does not
light.” on page 132 .
•
•
Are any other front panel LEDs lit?
Have any of the fan motors stopped? Use the server management
subsystem to check the fan status.
•
Have your fans speeded up in response to an overheating
situation?
•
•
Have your fans speeded up in response to a fan that has failed?
Is the fan’s power connector properly connected to the
mainboard?
•
•
•
Is the front panel board cable connected to both the mainboard’s
front panel board connector?
Are the power supply cables properly connected to the
mainboard?
Are there any shorted wires caused by pinched cables or have
power connector plugs been forced into power connector sockets
the wrong way?
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This appendix shows you how to set up the
Altos R910 server in a rack mount configuration.
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Setting up the system rack
Important! Observe the electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions
indicated on page 33 when perfoming the following procedures.
Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections
unless you are a qualified technician.
Equipment rack 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 DC power disconnect
You are responsible for installing an DC power disconnect for the
entire rack unit. This main disconnect must be readily accessible,
and it must be labeled as controlling power to the entire unit, not
just to the system(s).
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.
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System rack installation
The Altos R910 server system should be mounted into a rack cabinet. A
rack rail and CMA (cable management arm) kit is available for
installing system to a rack cabinet.
The figure below shows the Altos R910 server in a rack-mount position.
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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 4U 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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Installing the system into the rack
Caution! To minimize the chances of injuries, make sure that two
or more people help in installing the server.
To install the system into a four-post rack
1
Remove the inner rails from the mounting rails.
(1) Extend the inner rail from the mounting rail until the rail
release latch clicks.
(2) Depress the release latch (A) and slip the inner rail out (B).
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(3) Do the same thing to the other mounting rail.
Caution! To avoid personal injury, care should be taken when
pressing the inner rail release latches and sliding the component
into the rack.
2
Attach the inner rails to both sides of the server.
Please use screws that came with the rack-mount kit when
attaching the inner rails to both sides of the server. If your system
already has screws attached, please remove them.
Note: Using screws other than those supplied in this rack-mount
kit to attach the rails will void the warranty, Acer cannot be held
responsible for any damage for incorrect installation.
(1) Align the screw holes of the inner rail to the server screws (A).
(2) Slide the rails to the left until the rails lock into place with an
audible click (B).
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3
Install the mounting rails to the rack posts.
(1) Determine the vertical position in the rack. Refer to “Vertical
mounting hole pattern” on page 146 for more information.
(2) Align and insert the mounting rail into the rack posts’
mounting holes (A).
(3) Make certain the proper mounting holes on the rack post are
selected.
(4) Use two metal screws to secure the front and rear mounting
rail to the rack (B).
(5) Do the same thing to the other mounting rail.
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(6) Fully extend the mounting rails on the rack.
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4
Install the server into the rack.
Caution! To avoid personal injury, care should be taken when
pressing the inner rail release latches and sliding the component
into the rack.
(1) Carefully align the inner rails attached to the server with the
fully extended mounting rails on the rack.
(2) Press the release latch on both sides of the server (A).
(3) Insert the inner rails into the mounting rails, then push the
server into the rack until you hear a click sound (B).
(4) Secure the server to the rack using the two front panel
thumbscrews (C).
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Attach the CMA (cable management arm) to the rear of the server.
The CMA allows you to tie-wrap all cables to and from the system.
As you slide the system in and out of the rack, the CMA collapses
and extends, keeping the cables untangled and attached to the
system.
(1) Insert the smaller CMA extension into the rear of the left inner
rail (A1).
(2) Insert the larger CMA extension into the rear of left mounting
rail (A2).
(3) Insert the CMA extension connector into the rear of the right
mounting rail (B1).
(4) Insert the CMA arm connector into the blue plastic cutout on
the CMA extension connector (B2).
(5) Attach the cable clips into the appropriate mounting holes in
the CMA (C).
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(6) Connect the power, peripheral and networking cables into
their appropriate ports.
Refer to “Connecting peripherals” on page 26 for detailed
instructions.
(7) Route all cables through the cable clips.
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This chapter provides details on how to configure
the system memory boards in either a redundant or
non-redundant configuration. Recommended
memory board and DIMM installation order and
DDR2 DIMM population order tables are also
included.
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Introduction
The system supports installation of up to four memory boards to the
mainboard. Memory boards connect to the mainboard through the x16
PCI Express slots or memory board slots A, B, C, and D (refer to
“Mainboard” on page 17 for the location of the memoy board slot).
The memory board is equipped with four DIMM slots that support two
or DIMM 2A or 2B). Each DIMM slot supports 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB or 4
GB DDR2-400 MHz (PC2-3200) registered ECC memory modules.
Important: DDR2 DIMM modules on each memory board must be
installed in pairs. Each pair is referred to as a bank. A bank may
consist of one rank (a pair of single-channel DIMMs) or two ranks (
a pair of dual-channel DIMMs).
When using dual-channel memory mode, use the same type and
size DDR2 DIMM modules and follow the “DIMM module
population order” on page 159 to ensure that you get dual-
channel memory performance.
The memory boards can be configured in a redundant or non-
redundant configuration. Memory boards configured using RAID or
mirroring are in redundant configuration. If a memory board that is
configured in a redundant configuration has a DIMM or memory board
fault, the memory board and/or DIMM containing the fault can be
removed and replaced while the system is powered on (See page 51 for
detailed instructions on how to hot-remove and hot-replace memory
boards). Memory boards that are configured in a non-redundant
configuration (including memory boards configured with spare
memory) must not be removed while the system is powered on (Refer
to page 69 for detailed instructions on how to remove and replace
memory boards.).
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Installation and population order
Memory board installation order
The table below lists the suggested memory board installation order.
Installation order
Memory mirroring Memory RAID
configuration configuration
Memory
board
slot
Normal
configuration
A
B
C
D
1
2
3
4
Set 1
Note: Requires
installation of four
memory boards with
equal memory capacity.
Set 2
Note: Requires installation
of two or four sets of
memory boards, paired as
sets of two. Each memory
board in a set must have
same amount of memory
board installed.
DIMM module installation order
The table below lists the suggested DIMM module installation for a
memory board:
Bank 1
DIMM 1B
Bank 2
DIMM 2B
DIMM 1A
512 MB
1 GB
DIMM 2A
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
2 GB
4 GB
4 GB
512 MB
1 GB
512 MB
1 GB
512 MB
1 GB
512 MB
1 GB
2 GB
2 GB
2 GB
2 GB
4 GB
4 GB
4 GB
4 GB
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DIMM module population order
The tables below list the suggested DDR2 DIMM module population
for normal configuration.
Population with one memory board
Memory board A
1A/1B 2A/2B
2 x 512 MB
Memory board B
1A/1B 2A/2B
Memory board C
1A/1B 2A/2B
Memory board D
Total
Memory
1A/1B
2A/2B
1 GB
2 GB
2 GB
4 GB
4 GB
8 GB
8 GB
16 GB
2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
Population with two memory boards
Memory board A
1A/1B 2A/2B
2 x 512 MB
2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB
Memory board B
1A/1B 2A/2B
2 x 512 MB
Memory board C
1A/1B 2A/2B
Memory board D
Total
Memory
1A/1B
2A/2B
2 GB
4 GB
4 GB
8 GB
8 GB
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
Population with four memory boards
Memory board A
1A/1B 2A/2B
2 x 512 MB
2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB 2 x 512 MB
Memory board B
1A/1B 2A/2B
2 x 512 MB
Memory board C
1A/1B 2A/2B
2 x 512 MB
Memory board D
Total
Memory
1A/1B
2 x 512 MB
2A/2B
4 GB
8 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
8 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4GB
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
32 GB
64 GB
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DIMM population with sparing
The tables below list the suggested DDR2 DIMM module population
for memory sparing configuration.
Population with one memory board
Memory board A Memory board B Memory board C Memory board D
Total Memory
Physical Detected
memory by OS
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
2 x
512 MB
(Sparing)
2 x
512 MB
2 GB
1 GB
2 x 1 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
4 GB
8 GB
8 GB
16 GB
2 GB
4 GB
4 GB
12 GB
2 x 2 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB
* Only 4GB of memory installed in DIMM 1A/1B slots will be reserved as spare DIMMs, one
rank from each dual-rank DIMM.
Population with two memory boards
Memory board A
Memory board B Memory board C Memory board D
Total Memory
Physical Detected
memory by OS
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
2 x
512 MB
(Sparing)
2 x
2 x
2 x
512 MB
512 MB 512 MB
(Sparing)
4 GB
2 GB
2 x 1 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
8 GB
4 GB
8 GB
8 GB
24 GB
2 x 2 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB
(Sparing)
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB 2 x 4GB
(Sparing)*
* Only 4GB of memory installed in DIMM 1A/1B slots will be reserved as spare DIMMs, one
rank from each dual-rank DIMM.
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Population with four memory boards
Memory board A Memory board B Memory board C Memory board D
Total Memory
Physical Detected
memory by OS
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
2 x
512 MB
(Sparing)
2 x
2 x
2 x
2 x
2 x
2 x
2 x
512 MB
512 MB 512 MB
(Sparing)
512 MB 512 MB
(Sparing)
512 MB 512 MB
(Sparing)
8 GB
4 GB
2 x 1 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 1 GB
2 x 2 GB
16 GB
32 GB
32 GB
64 GB
8 GB
2 x 2 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 2GB 2 x 2 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 2GB 2 x 2 GB
(Sparing)
2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB
(Sparing)
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB
(Sparing)*
2 x 4 GB
* Only 4GB of memory installed in DIMM 1A/1B slots will be reserved as spare DIMMs, one
rank from each dual-rank DIMM.
DIMM population with mirroring
The tables below list the suggested DDR2 DIMM module population
for memory mirroring configuration.
Population with two memory boards
Memory board A Memory board B Memory board C Memory board D
Total Memory
Physical Detected
memory by OS
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
(Mirror)
2 GB
4 GB
1 GB
2 GB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
2 x
2 x
512 MB
512 MB 512 MB
(Mirror) (Mirror)
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
(Mirror)
4 GB
2 GB
4 GB
4 GB
8 GB
8 GB
16 GB
2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB
(Mirror) (Mirror)
8 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
(Mirror)
8 GB
2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB
(Mirror) (Mirror)
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
(Mirror)
2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB
(Mirror) (Mirror)
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Population with four memory boards
Memory board A Memory board B Memory board C Memory board D
Total Memory
Physical Detected
memory by OS
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
(Mirror)
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
(Mirror)
4 GB
8 GB
2 GB
4 GB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
(Mirror) (Mirror)
(Mirror) (Mirror)
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
(Mirror)
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
(Mirror)
8 GB
4 GB
2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
32 GB
64 GB
8 GB
(Mirror) (Mirror)
(Mirror) (Mirror)
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
(Mirror)
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
(Mirror)
8 GB
2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
(Mirror) (Mirror)
(Mirror) (Mirror)
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
(Mirror)
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
(Mirror)
2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB
(Mirror) (Mirror)
(Mirror) (Mirror)
DIMM population with RAID
Population with four memory boards
Memory board A Memory board B Memory board C Memory board D
Total Memory
Physical Detected
memory by OS
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
1A/1B
2A/2B
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
(Parity)
4 GB
8 GB
3 GB
6 GB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
2 x
512 MB
(Parity)
2 x
512 MB
(Parity)
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
2 x 1 GB
(Parity)
8 GB
6 GB
2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB 2 x 1 GB
16 GB
16 GB
32 GB
32 GB
64 GB
12 GB
12 GB
24 GB
24 GB
48 GB
(Parity)
(Parity)
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
2 x 2 GB
(Parity)
2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB 2 x 2 GB
(Parity)
(Parity)
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
2 x 4 GB
(Parity)
2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB 2 x 4 GB
(Parity) (Parity)
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Memory modes
The server supports several memory features that allow flexibility in
performance, redundancy, and ability to upgrade. The system BIOS can
be configured as follows:
•
•
•
•
•
Maximum compatibility
Maximum performance
Memory sparing
Memory RAID
Memory mirroring
Only one of these memory modes can be selected at one time and the
BIOS defaults to maximum performance mode. For non-redundant
modes, support is also included for memory sparing, where a portion
of each memory board is reserved for failover.
The table below lists the memory hot-plug support under different
memory modes.
Memory
Hot-plug
Operation
Maximum
Compatibility
Maximum
Performance
Memory
Mirroring
Memory
RAID
Hot-add
Supported
Supported
Supported
Hot-replace
Hot-upgrade
Supported
Supported
Memory boards configured using RAID or mirroring are in redundant
mode. If a memory board that is configured in a redundant mode has a
DIMM or memory board fault, the memory board and/or DIMM
containing the fault can be hot-removed or hot-replaced while the
system is powered on.
Hot-replace means you can replace a memory board with another
memory board of identical size. This operation is supported in memory
RAID and memory mirroring modes.
Hot-add means you can add a memory board to a previously
unoccuppied slot. This requires OS support and is supported in
maximum compatibility and memory mirroring modes.
Hot-upgrade means you can replace an existing memory board with a
memory board that contains more memory capacity. This requires OS
support and is supported by the memory RAID mode only.
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Maximum compatibility
Maximum compatibility provides the most flexibility with DIMMs and
memory boards. With this configuration mode, you can hot-add
board. This memory mode is one-way interleaved and has the lowest
performance among the supported configurations.
To configure memory to maximum compatibility:
1
Do any of the following:
Run BIOS setup. See “Entering BIOS setup” on page 96.
- or -
a During system bootup, enter the System Options Menu. See
•
“System options menu” on page 90.
b
Use the up and down arrow keys to select BIOS Setup Utility,
then press Enter. The BIOS main menu displays on the
monitor.
2
3
Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Memory menu,
then press Enter. The Memory menu appears.
Use the up and down arrow keys to select Configure Memory
RAS and Performance, then press Enter. The Configure Memory
RAS and Performance menu appears.
4
Set the Desired Memory Configuration to either Maximum
Compatibility.
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5
Select View Configuration Details.
Make sure Configuration Possible indicates Yes. If the option
indicates No, you may need to install more memory to meet the
requirements of the selected configuration.
6
7
Press F10 to save changes and exit.
Press Y to confirm. The server reboots to activate the changes.
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Maximum performance
Maximum performance is the default memory configuration and
provides the best performance. With four memory boards installed, the
BIOS configures memory as four-way interleaved, across all memory
boards. With less than four memory boards installed, the BIOS
attempts to configure two-way interleaving. If memory cannot be
interleaving. This memory mode allows sparing configuration but does
not support any memory board hot-plug operations.
To configure memory to maximum performance:
1
Do either option below:
Run BIOS setup. See “Entering BIOS setup” on page 96.
- or -
a During system bootup, enter the System Options Menu. See
•
“System options menu” on page 90.
b
Use the up and down arrow keys to select BIOS Setup Utility,
then press Enter. The BIOS main menu displays on the
monitor.
2
3
Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Memory menu,
then press Enter. The Memory menu appears.
Use the up and down arrow keys to select Configure Memory
RAS and Performance, then press Enter. The Configure Memory
RAS and Performance menu appears.
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4
5
Set the Desired Memory Configuration to either Max
Performance.
Select View Configuration Details.
•
Make sure Configuration Possible indicates Yes. If the
option indicates No, you may need to install more memory to
meet the requirements of the selected configuration.
6
7
Press F10 to save changes and exit.
Press Y to confirm. The server reboots to activate the changes.
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Memory sparing
Sparing allows for memory to be set aside to replace memory under
use when a DIMM’s correctable error count has reached a specified
threshold. Spared memory configurations do not provide redundant
copies of memory and the system cannot continue to operate when an
uncorrectable error occurs.
The DIMMs on each memory board must be installed in pairs. Each pair
is referred to as a bank. A bank may consist of one rank (a pair of
single-sided DIMMs) or two ranks (a pair of double-sided DIMMs). You
can refer to “Installing DIMMs” on page 73 for instructions on how to
install a DIMM on a memory board.
When the memory mode is set to maximum performance or maximum
compatibility, the BIOS setup supports setting one rank aside to server
as spare for each memory board. When the correctable error rate for a
failing rank exceeds the error threshold for switching to spare, the
contents of the failing rank are copied to the spare rank. At the
completion of the copy, the failing rank is disabled and the spare rank
is used in its place. The BIOS reports the failing rank with a SEL (system
event log) event, updates the DIMM error LED on the memory board,
and sends memory RAS (reliability, availability, and serviceability)
commands to the BMC (baseboard management controller) to update
the system memory state. The DIMMs with the failed rank are disabled
on subsequent boots. The spare rank is no longer used for spare, but
instead used as a system memory.
When the BIOS setup is configured for sparing, the largest rank is
chosen to serve as the spare. This ensures that the contents of any
failing rank fit on the spare rank. The amount of the available memory
in the system is reduced by the size of the spare rank. If only one rank
is available on a memory board, the system BIOS does not configure
this rank as a spare.
The BIOS setup utility executes a memory test prior to configuring the
memory in POST and when a memory board is inserted into the system
during a memory hot-removal or hot-add operation.
To configure memory sparing:
1
Do either option below:
Run BIOS setup. See “Entering BIOS setup” on page 96.
- or -
•
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a
During system bootup, enter the System Options Menu. See
“System options menu” on page 90.
b
Use the up and down arrow keys to select BIOS Setup Utility,
then press Enter. The BIOS main menu displays on the
monitor.
2
3
Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Memory menu,
then press Enter. The Memory menu appears.
Use the up and down arrow keys to select Configure Memory
RAS and Performance, then press Enter. The Configure Memory
RAS and Performance menu appears.
4
5
Set the Desired Memory Configuration to either Max
Performance or Maximum Compatibility.
Select View Configuration Details.
•
Make sure Configuration Possible indicates Yes. If the
option indicates No, you may need to install more memory to
meet the requirements of the selected configuration.
•
Make sure that Sparing indicates Yes.
6
7
Return to the Memory menu option and set the Sparing
Threshold value from 1 through 15.
Select View and Configure Memory Board X option (where X is
the memory board that is being configured).
Make sure that Board Status indicates Healthy.
Set the Reserve Rank for Spare to Enabled.
Press F10 to save changes and exit.
8
9
10 Press Y to confirm. The server reboots to activate the changes.
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Memory RAID
If four memory boards with equal memory capacity are installed on the
server, the system can be configured for Memory RAID. Memory RAID
mode acts similar to RAID level 4, where data is written to three of the
memory boards and the fourth is held in reserve for memory parity
information.
When one board fails, the memory subsystem operates in non-
redundant mode. The data from the remaining three boards is used to
reconstruct the data that was on the failed memory board. When the
failed memory board location is hot-replace, the BIOS rebuilds the
RAID by reconstructing the data that was on the previously failed
memory board and writes the data to the newly installed board. When
The BIOS sets the memory board RAID LED to indicate that the memory
board is operating in the memory RAID mode.
To configure memory RAID
1
Do either option below:
Run BIOS setup. See “Entering BIOS setup” on page 96.
- or -
a During system bootup, enter the System Options Menu. See
•
“System options menu” on page 90.
b
Use the up and down arrow keys to select BIOS Setup Utility,
then press Enter. The BIOS main menu displays on the monitor.
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2
3
Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Memory menu,
then press Enter. The Memory menu appears.
Use the up and down arrow keys to select Configure Memory
RAS and Performance, then press Enter. The Configure Memory
RAS and Performance menu appears.
4
5
Set the Desired Memory Configuration to RAID.
Select View Configuration Details.
Make sure Configuration Possible indicates Yes. If the option
indicates No, you may need to install more memory to meet the
requirements of the selected configuration.
6
7
Press F10 to save changes and exit.
Press Y to confirm. The server reboots to activate the changes.
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Memory mirroring
Memory mirror requires either two or four same size memory boards
and provides redundancy at the cost of halving the effective memory
size. The memory configuration allows for the hot-replacement of an
existing board for a board containing an equal amount of memory or
the hot-addition of two memory boards to a pair of empty memory
board slots only.
A pair of memory boards in memory mirror mode forms a redundant
group. One of the memory boards is designated the primary image and
the other the secondary image. For memory writes, the write request is
issued to both boards. For memory reads, the read request is issued to
the primary memory board. In the event of a detected uncorrectable
error, the primary and secondary images switches with each other and
the failed image cannot become the primary image again until the
failed DIMMs have been replaced and the image re-built. The first
redundant group consists of memory board A mirrored with memory
board B. The second redundant group consists of memory board C
mirror LED to indicate that the memory board is operating in the
memoy mirror mode.
To configure memory mirroring:
1
Do either option below:
Run BIOS setup. See “Entering BIOS setup” on page 96.
- or -
During system bootup, enter the System Options Menu. See
•
a
“System options menu” on page 90.
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b
Use the up and down arrow keys to select BIOS Setup Utility,
then press Enter. The BIOS main menu displays on the
monitor.
2
3
Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Memory menu,
then press Enter. The Memory menu appears.
Use the up and down arrow keys to select Configure Memory
RAS and Performance, then press Enter. The Configure Memory
RAS and Performance menu appears.
4
5
Set the Desired Memory Configuration to Mirror.
Select View Configuration Details.
Make sure Configuration Possible indicates Yes. If the option
indicates No, you may need to install more memory to meet the
requirements of the selected configuration.
6
7
Press F10 to save changes and exit.
Press Y to confirm. The server reboots to activate the changes.
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volume with integrated SCSI hardware RAID.
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Configuring the integrated SCSI
hardware RAID
This section briefly shows how to create RAID with integrated SCSI
hardware RAID.
Starting integrated SCSI hardware RAID configuration utility
To start Integrated SCSI Hardware RAID Configuration Utility, press
<CTRL-G> when you see the RAID BIOS during POST. After POST
finished, the Adapter Selection page will show on the screen. Click
Start to launch the configuration menu.
Loading factory default setting
1
2
3
In the Configuration menu, select Adapter Properties. The
current adapter settings appear.
Change the setting of Set Factory Defaults from No to Yes, then
click Submit.
Press <Ctrl+Alt+De>l to reboot the server.
Creating and Initialing a RAID Volume
1
2
3
4
5
Launch the Configuration menu.
Select Configuration Wizard.
Select Add Configuration (default) and click Next.
Select Custom Configuration (default) and click Next.
Select the drives that you want to add into the array using the
<Ctrl> key.
6
7
After you select the drives, click Accept Array then Next.
Select the RAID Level you want to use, create the logical volume by
specifying the size at Select Size and click Accept to create the
logical volume.
8
After you create the logical volumes on all of the RAID volume,
click Accept and Yes to save the configuration.
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9
Click Yes to initialize the new logical drives. The logical drives will
be listed.
10 Click Home to go back to the configuration menu.
11 Now you can reboot the system and install the Operating System.
Select Exit and click Yes.
12 Press <Ctrl+Alt+Del> to reboot the system.
Assigning a hot spare disk
1
2
3
4
Launch the Configuration menu.
Select a free disk marked as Ready and listed under Physical Drives.
Select Make Hotspare and click Go.
Click Home to return to the Configuration menu. The disk will be
marked as Hotspare in pink and listed under Physical Drives.
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Index
5.25-inch drive
installing 60
Numerics
A
ARMC/3 module
installing 77
removing 77
installing 39
B
D
BIOS menus
Devices 109
IDE Controller 110
LAN 112
DVD drive
Mass Storage 111
PCI 116
Serial 115
USB 114
Video 113
Main 98
F
Memory 103
Configure Memory RAS and
Performance 104
Board # 108
control buttons
9
Processor 100
Processor Information 102
Save, Restore & Exit 124
Security 122
function
9
changing password 123
removing password 123
Supervisor password 122
User password 122
H
installing 46
Server Management 117
Console Redirection 118
FRB Information 121
FRU Information 119
SEL Logging 120
HDD 45
BIOS setup 89
entering 96
BMC module
power supply 49
system fan assembly 47
hot-plug memory board 20
installing 54
installing 77
removing 77
LED indicators 21
removing 53
C
hot-plug PCI card
installing 56
center brace
installing 40
removing 40
cold-plug
removing 55
hot-pluggable components 44
memory board 69
I
PCI card 76
installing
cold-plug memory board
installing 71
5.25-inch drive 60
ARMC/3 module 77
removing 70
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BMC module 77
center brace 41
cold-plug memory board 71
CPU 64
power cable 27
power supply
installing 50
CPU air baffle 39
DIMMs 73
DVD drive 58
front bezel 36
HDD 46
hot-plug memory board 54
hot-plug PCI card 56
memory board air baffle 43
non-hot-plug PCI card 76
power supply 50
processor core VRM 68
RAID activation key 80
RAID BBU 85
upgrade guidelines 62
R
rack
system fan assembly 48
top cover 37
internal components 16
M
memory 51
reconfiguring 76
memory board
cold-plug 52
RAID cache
hot-add 52
removing 81
hot-replace 52
RAID configuration 175
SCSI hardware RAID utility
using SCSI hardware RAID utility
177
installation order 158
replacement options 52
memory board air baffle
installing 43
processor core VRM 67
removing 42
memory configuration 155
memory modes 163
maximum compatibility 164
memory mirroring 172
memory RAID 170
memory sparing 168
DIMMs 75
N
non-hot-plug PCI card
installing 76
removing 76
HDD 45
hot-plug memory board 53
hot-plug PCI card 55
memory board air baffle 42
non-hot-plug PCI card 76
power supply 50
processor core VRM 67
RAID activation key 80
RAID BBU 83
O
opening the system 35
installing center brace 41
installing CPU air baffle 39
installing memory board air baffle
43
installing the front bezel 36
installing the top cover 37
removing center brace 40
removing CPU air baffle 38
removing memory board air baffle
42
RAID cache 81
system fan assembly 47
top cover 36
S
removing the front bezel 35
setting up the system 25
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specification
BMC
chipset
graphic interface
I/O ports
Integrated Hardware RAID
media storage
memory subsystem
networking
OS
PCI I/O
power supply
processor
SCSI controller
serial ATA port
top cover
5
3
5
5
4
4
3
5
cannot connect to
135
a
server
6
5
135
cannot eject DVD/CD tray 134
136
6
3
4
5
system fan
storage devices
6
installing 5.25-inch drive 60
replacing DVD drive 58
system boards 17
hot-plug memory board 20
mainboard 17
SCSI backplane board 19
SCSI backplane layout 19
system fan assembly
installing 48
removing 47
133
system features
system jumpers 22
system memory
3
server boot does not complete
POST 133
reconfiguring 76
server turns off often 132
system fans do not rotate 139
resetting the system 129
verifying key system lights 131
turning off the system 30
turning on the system 27
power-on problems 28
system options menu 90
BIOS setup utility 94
boot maintenance manager 93
boot manager 92
continue booting 91
error manager 95
system tour
1
system upgrade 31
ESD precautions 33
U
upgrading the BIOS 125
installation precautions 33
post-installation instructions 34
preinstallation instructions 33
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