AT310 F1 Series
User Guide
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Information for your safety and
comfort
Safety instructions
Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
Turning the product off before cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
CAUTION for power cord
Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to
the power supply unit:
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Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC
power outlet.
Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the
computer.
If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the
system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.
CAUTION for accessibility
Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible
and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to
disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet.
Warnings
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Place this product in the upright position and not on its side.
Do not use this product near water.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product
falls, it could be seriously damaged.
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Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
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Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into
the product.
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To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage,
do not place the product on a vibrating surface.
Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment
which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor
devices, HDD, Optical drive, and even exposure risk from lithium battery
pack.
Using electrical power
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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.
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Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
product where people will walk on the cord.
If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total
ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total
rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse
rating.
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Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too
many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch
circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of
the power strip's input rating.
This product's power supply is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.
The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet
is properly grounded before inserting the power supply plug. Do not insert
the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for
details.
Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is
not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.
Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected
noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with
the performance of this product.
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Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need
to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets
the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE
approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length.
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Product servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel when:
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The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed.
Liquid was spilled into the product.
The product was exposed to rain or water.
The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for service.
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The product does not operate normally after following the operating
instructions.
Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to normal condition.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose
of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Additional safety information
Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of
the reach of small children.
Disposal instructions
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when
discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection
of the global environment, please recycle. For more
information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics
Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit
www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm.
Mercury advisory
For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT
monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and
must be recycled or disposed of according to local, state or federal
laws. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at
www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal information, check
www.lamprecycle.org.
Tips and information for comfortable use
Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use.
Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a
computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress,
inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly
increase the risk of physical injury.
Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis,
tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may
appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:
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numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation
aching, soreness or tenderness
pain, swelling or throbbing
stiffness or tightness
coldness or weakness
If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort
and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and
inform your company's health and safety department.
The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.
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Finding your comfort zone
Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a
footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe
the following tips:
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Refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture.
Avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward.
Stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg
muscles.
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Take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders.
Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders.
Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within
comfortable reach.
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If you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at
the center of your desk to minimize neck strain.
Taking care of your vision
Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive
room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast
displays could stress your eyes. The following sections provide suggestions on
how to reduce eyestrain.
Eyes
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Rest your eyes frequently.
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Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and
focusing on a distant point.
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Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out.
Display
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Keep your display clean.
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Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your
eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display.
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Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for
enhanced text readability and graphics clarity.
Eliminate glare and reflections by:
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Placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or
any light source.
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Minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds.
Using a task light.
Changing the display's viewing angle.
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Using a glare-reduction filter.
Using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the
display's top front edge.
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Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle.
Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended
periods of time.
Developing good work habits
Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing
and productive:
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Take short breaks regularly and often.
Perform some stretching exercises.
Breathe fresh air as often as possible.
Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body.
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Regulations and safety notices
FCC notice
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This device 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.
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:
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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.
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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. In compliance with FCC
regulations, use shielded cables to connect to other computing devices. A dual-
link cable is recommended for DVI output.
Notice: Peripheral devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to
comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation
with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications
Commission, to operate this computer.
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Operation conditions
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Notice: Canadian users
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Compliant with Russian regulatory certification
Notice for Australia
For safety reasons, only connect headsets with a
telecommunications compliance label. This includes customer equipment
previously labelled permitted or certified.
Notice for New Zealand
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The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates
only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum
conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of
the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above
all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects
with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or
model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of
Telecom's network services.
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This equipment is not capable, under all operating conditions, of correct
operation at the higher speeds for which it is designed. Telecom will accept
no responsibility should difficulties arise in such circumstances.
Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit
requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this
device. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the
following limits for compliance with Telecom's Specifications:
a
There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number
within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and
b
The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30
seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the
next call attempt.
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Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit
requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this
device. In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom's
specifications, the associated equipment shall be set to ensure that
automatic calls to different numbers are spaced such that there is not less
than 5 seconds between the end of one call attempt and the beginning of
another.
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This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom's
111 Emergency Service.
This device is equipped with pulse dialing while the Telecom standard is
DTMF tone dialing. There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always
continue to support pulse dialing.
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Use of pulse dialing, when this equipment is connected to the same line as
other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cause a
false answer condition. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT
contact the telecom Fault Service.
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This equipment may not provide for the effective hand-over of a call to
another device connected to the same line.
Under power failure conditions this appliance may not operate. Please
ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is
available for emergency use.
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Laser compliance statement
The optical drive used with this computer 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.
Appareil à laser de classe 1
Attention : Radiation laser visible et invisible en cas d’ouverture. Éviter toute
exposition aux rayons.
Laserprodukt der Klasse 1
Achtung: Beim Öffnen werden unsichtbare Laserstrahlen freigelegt. Setzen Sie
sich diesen Strahlen nicht aus.
Prodotto laser di classe 1
Attenzione: Radiazioni laser invisibili in caso d’apertura. Evitare l’esposizione ai
raggi.
Producto láser de Clase 1
Precaución: Cuando está abierta, hay radiación láser. Evite una exposición al
haz de luz.
Produto Laser de Classe 1
Precaução: Radiação laser invisível quando aberto. Evite exposição ao feixe.
Laserproduct klasse 1
Voorzichtig: Onzichtbare laserstraling indien geopend. Voorkom blootstelling
aan straal.
Digital audio output statement
The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than
Class I.
Radio device regulatory notice
Note: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN and/or
Bluetooth only.
General
This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any
country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on
configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such
as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules).
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Declaration of Conformity for EU countries
Hereby, Acer, declares that this system is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
List of applicable countries
This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and
constraints in the country of use. For further information, please contact local
office in the country of use. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/
implem.htm for the latest country list.
ENEGY STAR
ENERGY STAR qualified products save you money by reducing
energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing
features or performance. Acer is proud to offer our customers
products with the ENERGY STAR mark.
What is ENERGY STAR?
Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent
greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficient guidelines set by
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Acer is committed to offer products
and services worldwide that help customers save money, conserve energy and
improve the quality of our environment. The more energy we can save through
higher energy efficiency, the more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of
climate change. For more information, go to www.energystar.gov or
www.energystar.gov/powermanagement.
Note: The statement above is applicable only to Acer system with an
ENERGY STAR sticker.
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Information for your safety and comfort
Regulations and safety notices
1 System tour
System notes
1
External and internal structure
Front panel
3
Rear panel
Internal components
System boards
Mainboard
Backplane board and jumper settings
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19
Setting up the system
Pre-installation requirements
Connecting peripherals
Front connections
Rear connections
Turning on the system
Power-on problems
Configuring the system OS
Turning off the system
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Installation precautions
ESD precautions
Pre-installation instructions
Post-installation instructions
Configuring the hard disk drive
Accessing the drive bays
Guidelines for configuring hard disk drives
Determining the drive status
Installing and removing a hard disk drive
Installing an additional hard disk drive with carrier
Opening the server
Removing and installing the side panel
Configuring a 5.25" storage device
Replacing the processor and heatsink fan assembly
Removing and installing the heatsink fan assembly
Upgrading the processor
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Upgrading the system memory
Installing an expansion card
4 System BIOS
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BIOS overview
Entering BIOS Setup
BIOS setup primary menus
BIOS setup navigation keys
Main menu
Advanced menu
Processor Configuration
Memory Configuration
ATA Controller Configuration
Serial Port Configuration
PCI Configuration
Advanced Chipset Configuration
System Acoustic & Performance Configuration
Power menu
Security menu
Setting a system password
Changing a system password
Removing a system password
Server Management menu
System Information
Console Redirection
Event Log Configuration
Boot menu
Exit menu
5 System troubleshooting
Resetting the system
Initial system startup problems
Initial troubleshooting checklist
Hardware diagnostic testing
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96
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Checking the boot-up status
Verifying the condition of the storage devices
Confirming loading of the operating system
Specific problems and corrective actions
Server management overview
RAID configuration utilities
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MEGARAID SAS 8204ELP configuration
Rack installation information
System rack installation
Vertical mounting hole pattern
Installing the system into the rack
Using Acer Smart Console
Software Installation
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135
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149
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Prerequisites on remote management PC
Installing the Java Tool
Installing the UPnP tool
Using the UPnP tool to search for a server
Configuring the BMC NIC settings
Accessing Acer Smart Console
Acer Smart Console user interface
System status indicator
System Information
Server Health
Configuration
Remote Control
Maintenance
KVM Remote Console Utility
Menu bar
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1 System tour
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System notes
AT310 F1 server is a single-processor tower server designed to meet the
needs of various network environments. The server board is based on
Intel® 2-chip architecture and supports the Intel Core i3, Intel Xeon
3400 series or Pentium processors. The server system features six DDR3-
1333 DIMM slots that support both Unbufferred ECC and Registered
DIMMs, four PCI-E slots and one 32-bit/33 MHz PCI slot, onboard SATA
SW RAID with RAID 0, 1, 5 or 10 support, onboard Baseboard
Management Controller (BMC), iKVM feature, and an integrated VGA
with 32 MB memory. The server accepts up to three optical devices and
four hot-pluggable SATA/SAS hard disk drives, configurable for RAID 0,
1, 5 or 10.
The server’s tool-less chassis design allows for easy hardware access and
set up in both tower and rack-mount configurations.
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External and internal structure
Front panel
No.
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Icon
Component
Optical drive
Description
Disk drive for reading CD, VCD, and
DVD contents.
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3
5.25" drive bays
Bezel door
Allow installation of additional
storage devices.
Unlock and open the bezel door to
power on the server and access the
server’s hard drives and USB ports.
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5
Security keylock
Secures the bezel door to protect the
server unit from unauthorized access.
3.5-inch hard disk
drive (HDD) bay
Supports four 3.5-inch hot-plug SATA/
SAS hard disk drives.
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No.
6
Icon
Component
Description
Power button
Press to turn the server on/off, or to
put it in standby mode.
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Power state
indicator
Indicates the power status. (green)
System ID
indicator
Indicates the system ID button on the
rear panel is pressed or activated
through IPMI. (blue)
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HDD activity
indicator
Indicates the status of a system hard
disk drive. (green)
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System status/fault
indicator
Indicates the status of the systems
operations. (green/amber)
LAN port 1 activity
indicator
Indicates the system network 1
connection status. (green)
LAN port 2 activity
indicator
Indicates the system network 2
connection status. (green)
USB 2.0 ports
Connect to USB devices.
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Front panel LED indicator status
LED
color
LED
state
LED indicator
Status
Power state
indicator
Green
Green
On
S0: Power On
S1: Sleep
Blink (1 Hz with at
50% duty cycle)
N/A
Off
S4
N/A
Off
S5
HDD activity
indicator
Green
N/A
Blink
Off
HDD access
No access and
No HDD fault
System
status/fault
indicator
Green
Green
On
System ready/No alarm
Blink (1 Hz with at
50% duty cycle)
System ready but some
CPU functions and DIMM
may be degraded or
damaged
Amber
On
Critical alarm (critical
power modules, voltage
power supply, critical
temperature and voltage
… etc. failure)
Amber
N/A
Blink (1 Hz with at
50% duty cycle)
Non-critical Alarm (non-
critical temperature and
voltage)
Off
System not ready (POST
error/NMI event/CPU or
terminator missing, … etc.)
LAN activity
indicators
Green
Green
N/A
On
LAN link/No access
LAN access
Blink
Off
LAN1
LAN2
Disconnect/Idle
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LED
color
LED
state
LED indicator
Status
System ID
indicator
N/A
Off
On
Normal
Blue
System ID button pressed
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Rear panel
No.
1
Icon
Component
Description
Power supply
module cord
socket
Connect the system power cord here.
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3
4
Main power
supply module
Provides the system’s main power
supply.
PS/2 mouse
port
Connects to a PS/2 mouse.
PS/2 keyboard
port
Connects to a PS/2 keyboard.
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6
Monitor port
Serial port
Connects to monitors.
Connects to serial devices.
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No.
7
Icon
Component
Description
Gigabit LAN
port
Connects to an internet or intranet
network.
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9
USB 2.0 ports
Connect to USB devices.
Server
management
port (10/100)
Reserved for remote management of
server.
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System ID
button
Press to mark the server unit within a
server group (when rack mounted) for
purpose of identification during
servicing or maintenance procedures.
(blue)
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PCI slot covers
System fan
Protect the vacant expansion slots.
Regulates the system airflow.
LAN port LED indicator status
LED indicator
LED color
N/A
LED state
Off
Status
RJ-45 LED
(left)
No connection or
10 Mbps
Green
Amber
Yellow
Yellow
On
100 Mbps
On
1000 Mbps
RJ-45 LED
(right)
On
Active connection
Transmit/Receive activity
Blinking
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No.
2
Code
Description
COM1
VGA
Serial port (top)
VGA port (bottom)
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4
GLAN1
LAN1 port (top)
USB ports (bottom)
GLAN2
LAN2 port (top)
USB ports (bottom)
5
BMC_LAN
SW1
Server management port
System ID button
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7
ATX CPU
ATX
8-pin ATX power connector
24-pin ATX power connector
Power supply PSMI connector
DDR3 DIMM slots
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9
PWR_DET
10
DIMM 2A,
DIMM 2B,
DIMM 2C,
DIMM 1A,
DIMM 1B,
DIMM 1C
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12
13
14
15
16
17
U1
Processor socket
BAT
FAN3
IPMB
Battery
System fan 3 cable connector
IPMB header (for an IPMI card)
Select jumpers
NMI_BTN
NMI button
BPB_SMBUS
Backplane board system management bus
(SMBUS) connector
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19
U2
Intel 3420 PCH chipset
SATA0-3
Mini-SAS port (supports 4 ports, SATA only)
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No.
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21
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23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
Code
Description
SATA4
SATA5
CASE_OPEN
CLR_CMOS1
USB1
SATA 4 port
SATA 5 port
Chassis intrusion header
Clear CMOS jumper
Front USB1 cable connector
Internal USB connector
Front panel connector
Connects to serial port
PCI slot (32-bit/33 MHz, 3.3 V)
PCI-E x8 slot (x4 signal)
PCI-E x16 slot (x8 signal)
PCI-E x4 slot (x1 signal)
BMC controller
USB2
F_PANEL
COM2
PCI5
PCI4
PCI3
PCI2
U28
PCI1
PCI-E x8 slot (x8 signal)
FAN2
System fan 2 cable connector
Connects to the rear system fan
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FAN4
System fan 4 cable connector
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Mainboard jumper settings
No.
1
Code
Jumper
Default Setting
BIOS_WP
BIOS data
1-2 Close: Normal (default setting)
write protect
2-3 Close: Enable BIOS write
protect
2
PASSWORD
Set
Supervisor
Password
1-2 Close: Set Supervisor Password
(default setting)
2-3 Close: Clear Supervisor
Password
3
4
BIOS_RVCR
CLR_CMOS1
BIOS recovery
Clear CMOS
1-2 Close: Normal (default setting)
2-3 Close: Enable BIOS recovery
1-2 Close: Normal (default setting)
2-3 Close: Clear CMOS
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No.
5
Code
J20
Description
MG9082 configuration setting
Close 1-2: CONF 8
Close 2-3: reserve (CONF9)
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7
8
9
J12
MG9082 upgrade/debug header
SGPIO connector
SGPIO_JP1
SATA0-3
J21
Mini-SAS port (supports 4 ports)
LM75 address setting
Close 1-2: 0X94
Close 2-3: reserve (0X96)
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J3
SMBUS connector
Connects to backplane cascade
SATA/SAS_3,
SATA/SAS_2,
SATA 0-3 connectors
SATA/SAS_1,
SATA/SAS_0
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2 System setup
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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:
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AT310 F1 system
AT310 F1 accessory box
If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your dealer
immediately.
Save the boxes and packing materials for future use.
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Rear connections
Note: Consult the operating system manual for information on
how to configure the network setup.
Caution: Do not route the power cord where it will be walked on
or pinched by items placed against it. The server is designed to be
electrically grounded (earthed). To ensure proper operation, plug
the power cord into a properly grounded AC outlet only.
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Press the power button.
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The system starts up and displays a welcome message on the
monitor. After that, a series of power-on self-test (POST) messages
appears. The POST messages indicate if the system is running well
or not.
Note: If the system does not turn on or boot after pressing the
power button, go to the next section for the possible causes of the
boot failure.
Aside from the POST messages, you can determine if the system is in
good condition by checking if the following occurred.
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•
The power status indicator on the front panel lights up blue.
The Num Lock, Caps Lock and Scroll Lock indicators on the
keyboard light up.
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Power-on problems
If the system fails to boot after you have applied power, check the
following factors that might have caused the boot failure.
•
The external power cord may be loosely connected.
Check the power cord connection from the power outlet to the
power cord socket on the rear panel. Make sure that the cord is
properly connected to the power outlet and to the power cord
socket.
•
•
No power comes from the grounded power outlet.
Have an electrician check your power outlet.
Loose or improperly connected internal power cables.
Check the internal cable connections. If you are not confident to
perform this step, ask a qualified technician to assist you.
Warning! Make sure all power cords are disconnected from the
electrical outlet before performing this task.
Note: If you have gone through the preceding actions and the
system still fails to boot, ask your dealer or a qualified technician
for assistance.
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Configuring the system OS
Acer Smart Setup assists you to conveniently install your choice of
operating.
Note: To purchase the Acer Smart Setup software, contact your
local Acer representative.
To start using Acer Smart Setup, follow the steps below.
1
2
Locate the Smart Setup disc included in the system package.
If an optional optical drive is not installed in the server, connect an
external optical drive to your system. Press the Stop/Eject button
on the optical drive to eject the disc tray.
3
4
When the disc tray slides open, insert the Smart Setup disc with the
label side of the disc facing upward.
Note: When handling the disc, hold it by the edges to avoid
smudges or fingerprints.
Gently press the disc down to make sure that it is properly
inserted.
Caution! While pressing the disc, be careful not to bend the disc
tray. Make sure that the disc is properly inserted before closing
the disc tray. Improper insertion may damage both the disc and
the optical drive.
5
6
7
Press the drive Stop/Eject button again to close the disc tray.
On the Acer Smart Setup window, select OS Installation.
Follow all onscreen instructions.
For more information, refer to the Smart Setup Help file.
Note: Acer Smart Setup only supports the Microsoft Windows
Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
operating systems. The Windows or Linux installation disc(s) is
required when you install the OS with Smart Setup.
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Turning off the system
There are two ways to turn off the server—via software or via
hardware. The software procedure below applies to a system running
on a Windows OS. For other shutdown procedures, refer to the related
user documentation.
To turn off the system via software:
1
Press <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Delete> on the attached keyboard or click
Start on the Windows taskbar.
2
3
Select Shut Down.
Select Shut Down from the drop-down menu, then click OK.
To turn off the system via hardware:
If you cannot shut down the server via software, press the power
button for at least four seconds. Quickly pressing the button may put
the server in a Suspend mode only.
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Installation precautions
Before you install any server component, it is recommended that you
read the following sections first. These sections contain important ESD
precautions along with pre-installation and post-installation
procedures.
ESD precautions
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage static-sensitive hardware
components, such as the processor, disk drives, and the system board.
Always observe the following precautions before you install a server
component:
•
Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until
you are ready to install it.
•
•
Do not touch the component pins, leads, or circuitry.
Components with a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) assembly should
always be laid with the assembly-side down.
•
Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the
server before handling components. If a wrist strap is not
available, maintain contact with the server throughout any
procedure requiring ESD protection.
•
Keep the work area free of nonconductive materials, such as
ordinary plastic assembly aids and foam packing.
Pre-installation instructions
Perform the steps below before you open the server or before your
remove or replace any component.
Warning! Failure to properly turn off the server before you start
perform any hardware configuration may cause serious damage
and bodily harm. Do not attempt the procedures described in the
following sections unless you are a qualified service technician.
1
2
3
Turn off the server and all connected peripherals.
Unplug all power cables from their outlets.
Disconnect all telecommunication cables from their ports.
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4
5
6
Place the server on a flat, stable surface.
Open the server according to the instructions on page 36.
Follow the ESD precautions described in the previous section when
handling a server component.
Post-installation instructions
Perform the steps below after installing a server component.
1
See to it that all components are installed according to the
described step-by-step instructions.
2
Reinstall any expansion board(s), peripheral(s), bracket(s) and
system cable(s) that have previously been removed.
3
4
5
Reinstall the side panel.
Reconnect the power, peripheral, and telecommunication cables.
Turn on the system.
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Configuring the hard disk drive
The AT310 F1 accommodates up to four 3.5" hot-plug SATA/SAS hard
disk drives.
Note: Max HDD support is SKU dependent.
Accessing the drive bays
Since SATA/SAS drives have hot-plug capability, you do not need to
access the inside of the chassis or power down the system to install or
replace SATA/SAS drives. Proceed to the next step for instructions.
Note: The operating system you use must have RAID support to
enable the hot-plug capability of the SATA drives.
Caution! When working around the SATA backplane, do not
touch the backplane with any metal objects and make sure no
cables touch the backplane. Also, regardless of how many SATA
drives are installed, all four drive carriers must remain in the
chassis to maintain proper airflow.
Guidelines for configuring hard disk drives
Observe these guidelines when replacing or installing a hard disk drive.
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•
•
•
Use only qualified SATA or SAS HDDs. To purchase a SATA or SAS
HDD, contact your local representative.
Install hard disk drives in the special drive carriers that fit in the
hard drive bays.
Before removing an HDD, make sure to back up all important
system files.
Check HDD status by checking the status LED indicators on the
HDD carrier.
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The recommended HDD installation order is from bottom to top.
•
3
2
1
0
Determining the drive status
Each HDD carrier features two status LED indicators to display the hard
drive status. If you are replacing a failed HDD, determine which drive
has failed by checking the hot-plug HDD status indicators.
Description
Green
Red
Onboard SATA or RAID card without SGPIO support
HDD present
On
Off
Off
HDD access
Blink
LSI RAID card with SGPIO support
HDD present no access
HDD access
On
Off
Blink
On
Off
HDD failure
On
HDD removal
Off
Off
HDD insertion and rebuilding
HDD locate
Blink (1 Hz)
Blink (4 Hz)
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Installing and removing a hard disk drive
This section describes how to install a new HDD in an empty drive bay,
remove the HDD, and install an additional HDD.
Installing a hard disk drive with carrier
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 28.
If necessary, unlock the bezel door then pull it open.
Install the hard disk drive with carrier.
(1) Use the lever to push the HDD carrier in the empty bay until it
locks into place.
(2) Close the HDD carrier lever.
(3) Lock the HDD carrier.
4
5
Close the bezel door.
Observe the post-installation instructions on page 29.
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Removing a hard disk drive with carrier
If you intend to replace a HDD and need to remove the old drive,
proceed to the instructions below.
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 28.
If necessary, unlock the bezel door then pull it open.
Remove the hard disk drive with carrier.
(1) Unlock the HDD carrier latch.
(2) Slide the HDD carrier latch to release the lever.
(3) Pull the lever and slide the carrier from the server.
4
If you have no plans of installing a new HDD to the server, you
must reinstall the blank HDD carrier or HDD cover to maintain
proper airflow.
5
6
Close the bezel door.
Observe the post-installation instructions on page 29.
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Installing an additional hard disk drive with
carrier
If you intend to install an additional HDD, you first need to remove the
hard disk drive cover from the hard drive bay.
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 28.
If necessary, unlock the bezel door then pull it open.
Remove the hard disk drive cover.
Pull the HDD cover straight out of the drive bay.
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4
Install the hard disk drive with carrier.
(1) Use the lever to push the HDD carrier in the empty bay until it
locks into place.
(2) Close the HDD carrier lever.
(3) Lock the HDD carrier.
5
6
Close the bezel door.
Observe the post-installation instructions on page 29.
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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 section on page 28.
You need to open the server before you can install upgrade
components. The left side panel is removable to allow access to the
server’s internal components. Refer to the following sections for
instructions.
Removing and installing the side panel
Removing the side panel
1
2
3
4
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
Remove the two thumb screws on the rear edge of the side panel.
Slide and hold the locking switch.
Slide the side panel toward the rear of the server to disengage it
then lift the panel away from the server.
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Installing the side panel
1
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
2
Position the side panel so that the tabs on the cover align with the
slots on the server, then slide the side panel toward the front of
the server until you hear a click sound.
3
Replace the two thumb screws.
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Configuring a 5.25" storage device
The two 5.25" device bays support a variety of storage devices for
additional storage capacity and scalability.
By default, the system ships with an optical drive installed on the
topmost device bay. You can choose to replace these default drives, or
you can install a new storage device on the second device bay.
Please ensure all installed devices support the SATA interface.
To install an optional storage device:
1
2
3
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
Remove the side panel described on page 36.
Remove the bay cover of the empty 5.25" drive bay (1).
Keep this cover for future reinstallation.
4
Remove the front bezel by releasing the bezel retention tabs from
the chassis interior (2).
5
6
7
Pull the bezel away from the server (3).
Remove the EMI protector of the empty 5.25" drive bay (4).
Slide the tool-less bracket to the left to unlock the bay (5).
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8
9
Insert the new 5.25" storage device (1) and slide the tool-less
bracket to the right in the locked position (2).
Connect the power (3) and SATA cables (4) to the new 5.25" drive.
10 Replace the front bezel.
11 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 29.
To upgrade or replace a defective storage device:
1
2
3
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
Remove the side panel described on page 36.
Remove the front bezel. Perform steps 4 and 5 of the previous
section.
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4
Disconnect the SATA (1) and power (2) cables connected to the
storage device. Slide the tool-less bracket to the left (3) and pull
out the device from the drive bay (4).
5
If you intend to install a new storage device, refer to the previous
section.
6
7
Replace the front bezel.
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 29.
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Replacing the processor and
heatsink fan assembly
Notes:
•
Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before
adding, removing or changing any hardware components. Make
sure that you install the processor in the CPU socket before you
install the CPU heatsink fan assembly.
•
•
•
If you buy a processor separately, make sure that you use an
Intel-certified multidirectional heatsink fan assembly only.
Make sure to install the mainboard in the server before you
install the CPU heatsink fan assembly.
When receiving a mainboard without a processor pre-installed,
make sure that the plastic CPU socket cap is in place and none of
the socket pins is bent; otherwise, contact your retailer
immediately.
Removing and installing the heatsink fan
assembly
Removing the heatsink fan assembly
Warning! We do not recommend that the processor or the
heatsink assembly be removed. However, if you do need to
uninstall the heatsink fan assembly, please follow the instructions
below to prevent damage to the processor or the CPU socket.
1
2
3
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
Remove the side panel described on page 36.
Lay the server on its side (components showing).
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Remove the heatsink fan assembly.
4
(1) Disconnect the heatsink fan assembly cable from its
mainboard connector.
(2) Using a screwdriver, loosen the four heatsink fan assembly
screws from the mainboard.
(3) Lift the heatsink fan assembly away from the processor.
(4) Lay down the heatsink fan assembly in an upright position —
with the thermal patch facing upward. Do not let the thermal
patch touch the work surface.
5
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 29.
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Installing the heatsink fan assembly
Caution! The heatsink fan assembly has a thermal interface
material (TIM) on the underside. Use caution so that you do not
damage the TIM. If a protective film is installed on the TIM,
remove it.
1
2
3
4
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
Remove the side panel described on page 36.
Lay the server on its side (components showing).
Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink fan assembly or
the processor die; the required amount has already been applied.
5
Install the heatsink fan assembly.
(1) Align then insert the heatsink fan assembly on top of the
retention plate.
(2) Use a long-nosed screwdriver to tighten the four heatsink fan
assembly screws to secure the assembly.
(3) Reconnect the heatsink fan assembly cable to its mainboard
connector.
6
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 29.
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Upgrading the processor
Processor configuration guidelines
The server supports a single LGA 1156 processor socket supporting Intel
Xeon 3400 series or Pentium and i3 series processors. The supplied
processor may be upgraded.
Observe the following guidelines when replacing or installing a
processor.
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•
•
The CPU socket must always be populated. If no processor is
installed in this socket, the system will fail to boot.
Before removing the processor, make sure to back up all important
system files.
Handle the processor and the heatsink fan assembly carefully.
Damage to either may prevent the system from functioning
properly.
Replacing the processor
Warning! The processor becomes very hot when the system is on.
Allow it to cool off first before handling.
1
2
3
4
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
Remove the side panel described on page 36.
Lay the server on its side (components showing).
Remove the heatsink fan assembly (see "Removing the heatsink
fan assembly" on page 41).
5
Remove the default processor.
(1) Press down on the load lever then release out of the retention
tab.
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(2) Rotate the load lever to the fully open position until the
retention plate is completely lifted.
(3) Grasp the processor by its edges and lift it out of its socket.
(4) Store the old processor inside an anti-static bag.
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6
7
Remove the new processor from its protective packaging.
Install the new processor.
(1) Hold the processor by its edges then insert it in the socket.
Make sure that the alignment tabs on the socket fit the two
notches located on the edges of the processor. The pins are
keyed in such a way that you cannot install the processor in
the wrong orientation without bending the pins.
(2) Close the retention plate.
(3) Slide the retention plate tab under the retention knob.
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(4) Engage the load lever back in place and secure the load lever
under the load lever retention tab.
8
Apply the thermal interface material.
both the heatsink fan assembly and the processor socket
retention plate.
(2) Apply a thin layer of thermal interface material before
installing the heatsink fan assembly.
Make sure that only a very thin layer is applied so that both
contact surfaces are still visible.
9
Install the heatsink fan assembly (see "Installing the heatsink fan
assembly" on page 43).
10 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 29.
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Upgrading the system memory
System memory interface
The server has a total of six DIMM slots in two memory channels (1 and
2). In each channel, the slot farthest from the CPU is slot A (DIMM1A,
2A in blue) while the nearest one is slot C (DIMM1C, 2C in black).
The following illustration shows the DIMM slot locations.
Independent mode
There are six DIMM slots in two memory channels that support two
UDIMM modules or three RDIMM modules per channel. Depending on
the type of processor installed, the system can support up to six RDIMM
modules for Intel Xeon X3400 series or L3426 processor, or four
UDIMM modules for Xeon X3400 series, L3426, Core i3 Series, Pentium
or L3406 processor.
•
For all memory modes, slot A in each channel should be populated
first and then slot B. If slot A is empty, then slots B and C cannot be
used.
•
•
It is recommended to populate DIMM slots 1A first, followed by
slots 2A, 1B, 2B, 1C and 2C.
To maximize memory performance, install the DIMM modules in
pairs. DIMM slots with the same slot number across memory
channels should be populated with DIMM modules of the same
type, size, and manufacturer.
•
If mixing different DIMMs in one channel, the DIMM with higher
rank and density should be populated from slot A.
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Memory population for independent mode
Channel 1
DIMM slots
Channel 2
DIMM slots
Notes
Configuration
1C
X
1B
1A
X
2C
X
2B
2A
A
B
C
D
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
SR, DR
RDIMMs
only
Notes: 1. Place DIMMs in “X” location.
2. DIMM population must correspond to the above tables.
3. DIMM modules support 1 GB, 2 GB and 4 GB DIMMs.
4. DIMM modules support 8 GB DIMMs (support depends
on availability).
5. Do not mix UDIMMs with RDIMMs.
6. Use single rank and dual rank RDIMMs only for
Configuration D.
7. RDIMM is only supported by Intel Xeon X3400 series and
L3426 processors.
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Memory identification
Generally, there is memory information printed on the label of the
DIMM module. Different vendors may have different formats but the
convention is usually like this:
Density
Rank
Bit organization
Speed
Item
Description
Density
1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB.
This server supports DIMM organized by 1 Gb or 2 Gb
DRAM chips.
Rank
1R = Single Rank
2R = Dual Rank
4R = Quad Rank
Note: If quad rank DIMM is used, a maximum of only two
DIMMs per channel can be supported. It is not
recommended to mix DIMMs with different ranks in one
system.
Bit
This platform supports x4 and x8. But x4 is only supported
by Xeon X3400 series processor.
Organization
Speed
PC3 - 6400 => DDR3- 800
PC3 - 8500 => DDR3- 1066
PC3 - 10600 => DDR3- 1333
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Installing a memory module
Warning! Memory of the identical size, speed, and organization
must be installed in the same colored DIMM slots.
1
2
3
4
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
Remove the side panel described on page 36.
Lay the server on its side (components showing).
Install the memory module.
(1) Align the DIMM so that the notch on the slot fits the keyed
edge of the module, then press the module at both ends to
seat it fully in the slot.
If you insert an DIMM but it does not fit easily in the slot, you
have inserted it incorrectly. Reverse the orientation of the
module and insert it again.
(2) Firmly press the holding clips inward to lock the DIMM in
place.
If the holding clips do not close, the DIMM is not properly
inserted.
5
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 29.
The system automatically detects the amount of memory installed.
Run the BIOS setup to view the new value for total system memory
and make a note of it.
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Removing a memory module
Important: Before removing any DIMM from the mainboard,
make sure to create a backup file of all important data.
1
2
Perform steps 1 through 3 of the previous section.
Remove the memory module.
(1) Press the holding clips on both sides of the slot outward to
release the DIMM.
(2) Gently pull the DIMM upward to remove it from the slot.
3
If you intend to install a new DIMM, refer to the previous section,
otherwise observe the post-installation instructions described on
page 29.
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Installing an expansion card
I/O interface
The AT310 F1 has five PCI bus slots with four separate bus segments,
namely:
®
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•
•
•
PCI1 — PCI Express x8 slot (x8 bandwidth)
®
PCI2 — PCI Express x4 slot (x1 bandwidth)
®
PCI3 — PCI Express x16 slot (x8 bandwidth)
®
PCI4 — PCI Express x8 slot (x4 bandwidth)
PCI5 — PCI slot (32-bit/33 MHz, 3.3 V)
Note: PCI1 will be disabled and signal is switched to PCI3 slot
when a x16 PCI device is plugged in the PCI3 slot.
To install an expansion card:
1
2
3
4
5
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 28.
Remove the side panel described on page 36.
Lay the server on its side (components showing).
If necessary, remove any cables that prevent access to the PCI slot.
Locate an empty expansion slot that is compatible with the
specification of the card you intend to install.
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Install the expansion card.
6
(1) Lift the PCI slot lock securing the slot covers of the expansion
slots.
(2) Pull out the slot cover and store it for reassembly later.
Caution: Do not discard the slot cover. If the expansion card is
removed in the future, the slot cover must be reinstalled to
maintain proper system cooling.
Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging,
handling it by the edges.
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(3) Insert the card in the selected slot making sure that the card is
properly seated.
(4) Align the notch on the slot lock to the guides on the chassis
and snap it back into the chassis securing the card into place.
Connect the necessary cables to the expansion card as
required.
7
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 29.
When you turn on the system, the BIOS setup automatically
detects and assigns resources to the new device (applicable only to
Plug-and-Play expansion cards).
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BIOS overview
BIOS setup is a hardware configuration program built into the system's
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). Since most systems are already
properly configured and optimized, there is no need to run this utility.
You will need to run this utility under the following conditions.
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When changing the system configuration settings.
When redefining the communication ports to prevent any
conflicts.
•
•
When modifying the power management configuration.
When changing the password or making other changes to the
security setup.
•
When a configuration error is detected by the system and you are
prompted ("Run Setup" message) to make changes to the BIOS
setup.
Note: If you repeatedly receive Run Setup messages, the battery
may be bad. In this case, the system cannot retain configuration
values in CMOS. Ask a qualified technician for assistance.
BIOS setup loads the configuration values in a battery-backed
nonvolatile memory called CMOS RAM. This memory area is not part of
the system RAM, which allows configuration data to be retained when
power is turned off.
Before you run the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, make sure that you have
saved all open files. The system reboots immediately after you close the
Setup.
Note: PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility will be simply referred to as
"Setup" or "Setup Utility" in this guide.
The screenshots used in this guide display default system values.
These values may not be the same those found in your system.
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Entering BIOS Setup
1
Turn on the server and the monitor.
If the server is already turned on, close all open applications, then
restart the server.
2
During POST, press <F2>.
If you fail to press <F2> before POST is completed, you will need to
restart the server.
The Setup Main menu will be displayed showing the menu bar.
Use the left and right arrow keys to move between selections on
the menu bar.
BIOS setup primary menus
The tabs on the Setup menu bar correspond to the seven primary BIOS
Setup menus, namely:
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•
•
•
•
•
•
Main
Advanced
Power
Security
Server Management
Boot
Exit
In the descriptive table following each of the menu screenshots,
settings in boldface are the default and suggested settings.
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BIOS setup navigation keys
Use the following keys to move around the Setup Utility:
•
Left and Right arrow keys – Move between selections on the menu
bar.
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•
Up and Down arrow keys – Move the cursor to the field you want.
PgUp and PgDn keys – Move the cursor to the previous and next
page of a multiple page menu.
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•
•
Home – Move the cursor to the first page of a multiple page menu.
End – Move the cursor to the last page of a multiple page menu.
+ and - keys – Select a value for the currently selected field (only if
it is user-configurable). Press these keys repeatedly to display each
possible entry, or the Enter key to choose from a pop-up menu.
Note: Grayed-out fields are not user-configurable.
Enter key – Display a submenu screen.
•
•
Note: Availability of submenu screen is indicated by a (>).
Esc – If you press this key:
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•
•
On one of the primary menu screens, the Exit menu displays.
On a submenu screen, the previous screen displays.
When you are making selections from a pop-up menu, closes
the pop-up without making a selection.
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F1 – Display the BIOS setup General Help panel.
F9 – Press to load default system values.
F10 – Save changes made the Setup and close the utility.
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Main menu
Parameter
Description
Option
System BIOS
Version
Version number of the BIOS Setup Utility.
Date when the BIOS Setup Utility was created.
Build Date
Processor
CPU Type
Technical specifications for the installed processor.
Core Frequency
Count
Memory
Size
Total size of extended memory detected during POST.
Quiet Boot
Allows the bootup screen options to be
modified between POST messages or
the OEM logo. Select Disabled to
display the POST messages. Select
Enabled to display the OEM logo
instead of the normal POST messages.
Enabled
Disabled
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Parameter
Description
Option
Post Error Pause
Select whether or not to pause POST
when a boot-up error is detected.
All, But
Keyboard
No Errors
System Date
System Time
Sets the date following the weekday-month-day-year
format.
Sets the system time following the hour-minute-second
format.
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Processor Configuration
Parameter
Description
Options
Hyper Threading
Technology
Select whether to enable the Intel
HyperThreading (HT) Technology
function. HT enables to host
Enabled
Disabled
operating system to view a single
physical processor to appear as two
logical processors. This can boost
performance in OS and applications
that are HT-compliant.
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Parameter
Description
Options
Enhanced Intel
SpeedStep Technology
Conventional Intel SpeedStep
Technology switches both voltage
and frequency in tandem between
high and low levels in response to
processor load.
Enabled
Disabled
When enabled, the Intel Turbo
Mode Technology field is displayed.
Processor C1E State
Support
Select whether to enable the C1
Enhanced mode for the processor.
If enabled, all logical processors in a
physical processor will run in a C1
state.
Enabled
Disabled
Thermal Monitor
Protection TM1/TM2
Enables or disables Intel CPU
Thermal Monitor function, a CPU
overheating protection function.
Enabled
Disabled
When enabled, the CPU core
frequency and voltage will be
reduced when the CPU is
overheated.
Active Processor Cores
Sets the active processor core.
One Core
Two cores
Max Core
Intel Virtualization
Technology
Select Enabled to use Virtualization
Technology (VT) to allow one
platform to run multiple operating
systems and applications in
Enabled
Disabled
independent partitions, creating
multiple virtual systems in one
physical computer.
Execute Disable Bit
When this item is enabled, the
processor prevents the execution of
code in data-only memory pages.
This provides some protection
against buffer overflow attacks.
Enabled
Disabled
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Parameter
Description
Options
Intel Turbo Mode
Technology
When this feature is enabled, the
processor can dynamically overclock
one or two of its four processing
cores to improve performance with
applications that are not
Enabled
Disabled
multithreaded or optimized for
quad-core processors.
Note: This field is not shown when
the Enhanced SpeedStep
Technology is disabled.
Hardware Prefetcher
If set to Enabled, the hardware
prefetcher will prefetch streams of
data and instructions from the main
memory to the L2 cache in the
forward or backward manner to
improve CPU performance.
Enabled
Disabled
Adjacent Cache Line
Prefetch
When enabled, cache lines are
fetched in pairs. When disabled,
only the required cache line is
fetched.
Enabled
Disabled
CPU Thermal Trip
The CPU thermal trip occurs
whenever the processor
temperature exceeds determined
threshold.
Enabled
Disabled
BMC Action for CPU
Thermal Trip
Determines the BMC Action for CPU
Thermal Trip.
Power Off
Power
Cycle
Trusted Execution
Technology
Intel TXT provides the protection to
against software-based attacks
aimed at stealing sensitive
information.
Enabled
Disabled
Lock DPR memory
region
Locks DPR memory region.
Enabled
Disabled
Enter TXT DPR Size
Select TXT DMA Protected Region. Value is 3-255.
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Parameter
Description
Options
Processor Information
Maximum Frequency
L2/L3 Cache Size
Technical specifications for the installed
processor.
CPUID Register
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Memory Configuration
Parameter
Description
Options
Total Memory
Effective Memory
Total size of system memory detected during POST.
Total size of effective memory detected during
POST.
Memory Frequency
DIMM Information
Total memory frequency detected during POST
The size of memory installed on each of the DDR3
DIMM slots.
DIMM 1A/1B/1C/2A/
2B/2C slots
Memory Retest
Select whether to delete the historical
memory data log. System memory will
be retested on the next boot-up.
Yes
No
Memory Control
Setting
Memory control setting.
Auto
Manual
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Parameter
Description
Options
SATA Mode
Selection
When set to IDE, the SATA controller
disables its RAID and AHCI functions
and runs in the IDE emulation mode.
You will not have access to the RAID
setup utility.
IDE
RAID
ACHI
When set to AHCI, the SATA
controller enables its AHCI
functionality. However, its RAID
functions will be disabled and you
will not be able to access the RAID
setup utility at boot time. For more
information on AHCI, refer to the
SATA AHCI Mode BIOS feature.
When set to RAID, the SATA
controller enables both its RAID and
AHCI functions. You are allowed to
access the RAID setup utility at boot
time.
SATA Port
0/1/2/3/4/5
Press <Enter> to configure the advanced HDD.
Type
Press the space bar to configure this
parameter.
Auto
None
CD-ROM
Other ATAPI
User
Multisector
Transfer
Specifies the number of sectors per
block for multiple sector transfers.
Disabled
2 Sectors
4 Sectors
8 Sectors
16 Sectors
LBA Mode
Control
Enabling the LBA causes Logical Block
Addressing to be used in place of
Cylinders, Heads & Sectors (CHS).
Enabled
Disabled
32-bit I/O
Enables/disables 32-bit IDE data
transfers.
Enabled
Disabled
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Parameter
Description
Options
Transfer Mode
Selects the method for moving data
to/from the drive.
Standard
Fast PIO 1
Fast PIO 2
Fast PIO 3
Fast PIO 4
FPIO 3/DMA 1
FPIO 4/DMA 2
Ultra DMA
Mode
Selects the Ultra DMA mode for
moving data to/from the drive.
Disabled
Mode 0
Mode 1
Mode 2
Mode 3
Mode 4
Mode 5
Mode 6
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Serial Port Configuration
Parameter
Description
Options
Serial Port A/B
When set to Enabled, the system
allows you to configure the serial
port settings.
Enabled
Disabled
Auto
When set to Auto, the system allows
the server BIOS or OS to select a
configuration.
When set to Disabled, the system
will not display any configuration
for the serial port.
Base I/O Address
Selects the base I/O address and IRQ
setting for the selected serial port.
3F8/IRQ4
2F8/IRQ3
3E8/IRQ4
2E8/IRQ3
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PCI Configuration
Parameter
Description
Options
PCI Slot 1/2/3/4/5
Option ROM
When enabled, this setting will
initialize the device expansion ROM
for the related PCI slot.
Enabled
Disabled
Onboard LAN
iSCSI Boot ROM
Enables or disables the load of
embedded Internet SCSI option ROM
for the onboard LAN controller.
Enabled
Disabled
Onboard
NIC1/NIC2
Enables or disables the onboard LAN
controller.
Onboard LAN
iSCSI Boot ROM
Enabled
Disabled
Onboard NIC1/
NIC2 ROM
Enables or disables the LAN option
ROM.
Enabled
Disabled
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Advanced Chipset Configuration
Parameter
Description
Options
Intel VT for
Directed IO
Intel VT-d improves security and
reliability of the systems and also
improves performance of I/O devices
in virtualized environment.
Enabled
Disabled
Enables or disables Directed IO
supporting Intel Virtualization
Technology.
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Parameter
Description
Options
Disabled
Memory ECC
Error Log
Identifies the memory ECC error log.
Correctable
Error
Uncorrectable
Error
Both
ECC Threadholds
Identifies the ECC threadholds. Use
“+” and “-“ keys to adjust the desire
value.
UnCorrectable
pass to OS
When set to Enabled, the system will
skip the error and boot up
automatically.
Enabled
Disabled
Enabled
multimedia
Timer
Enables or disables the onboard
graphic device.
Yes
No
Interrupt
Remapping
Enables or disables the Interrupt
Remapping.
Enabled
Disabled
Coherency
Support
Enables or disables the Coherency
Support.
Enabled
Disabled
ATS
Enables or disables ATS.
Enabled
Disabled
PassThrough
DMA
Enables or disables PassThrough
DMA.
Enabled
Disabled
VT-d for Port 3/5
Enables and disables VT-d support for
port 3 and port 5 through ATSR
structures in the ACPI Tables.
Enabled
Disabled
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SystemAcoustic&PerformanceConfiguration
Parameter
Description
Options
Open-loop Thermal
Throttle
Enables or disables Open-loop
Thermal Throttle.
Enabled
Disabled
Temperature
Chassis inlet
User-defined items. Use the number keys to input
the desired value.
Temperature Rise
Air speed to the
DIMMs
System Altitude
Pitch between
DIMMs
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Parameter
Description
Options
Close-loop Thermal
Throttle
Enables or disables Close-loop
Thermal Throttle.
Enabled
Disabled
Temperature
hysteresis
User-defined items. Use the number keys to input
the desired value.
Temperature
guardband
Temperature
Chassis inlet
Temperature Rise
Air speed to the
DIMMs
System Altitude
Pitch between
DIMMs
FAN Speed Control
Enables or disables fan speed control.
Enabled
Disabled
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Power menu
Parameter
Description
Options
Deep Power Off
Mode
Enables or disables the Deep Power Off
Mode.
Enabled
Disabled
Power On by RTC
Alarm
Sets the system to wake up from an
RTC alarm.
On
Off
Power On by PCI
& PCIE
Sets the system to wake up when a PCI
or PCIE device is detected.
Enabled
Disabled
Power On by
Modem Ring
Sets the system to wake up when an
incoming call is detected on the
modem.
Enabled
Disabled
Wake Up by USB
KB/Mouse
Sets the system to wake up when
action on the USB keyboard or mouse
is detected.
Enabled
Disabled
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Parameter
Description
Options
After Power
Failure
Defines the power state to resume to
after the system shuts down due to
interruption in AC power.
Last State
Stay Off
Power ON
When set to Last State, the system will
return to the active power state prior
to the shutdown.
When set to Stay Off, the system
remains off after power shutdown.
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Security menu
The Security menu allows you to safeguard and protect the system
from unauthorized use by setting up access passwords.
There are three types of passwords that you can set:
•
•
•
Supervisor password
Entering this password will allow the user to access and change all
settings in the Setup Utility.
User password
Entering this password will allow a user to enter the Setup menus,
but not have the rights to make changes.
Power-on password
When the Password on Boot field is enabled, a password will be
required to boot up the server.
Parameter
Description
Options
Supervisor
Password Is
This parameter indicates whether a
supervisor password has been assigned.
Clear
Enabled
User Password Is
This parameter indicates whether a user
password has been assigned.
Clear
Enabled
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Parameter
Description
Options
Set Supervisor
Password
Press <Enter> to configure the supervisor password.
Press <Enter> to configure the user password.
Set User
Password
Password On
Boot
Select Enabled to activate security check
during POST.
Enabled
Disabled
Power Button
Lockout
Enables or disables the power button
lockout function.
Enabled
Disabled
Clear Case Open
Status
Press <Enter> to clear the case open
status.
TPM Support
TPM, stands for Trusted Platform Module.
A Trusted Platform Module provides
function for secure generation of
cryptographic keys, the ability to limit the
use of cryptographic keys, as well as a
hardware pseudo-random number
generator.
Enabled
Disabled
Current TPM
Sate
Displays the current TPM State status.
Changes the TPM state.
Change TPM
State
No
Change
Enable &
Activate
Deactivate
& Disable
Clear
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Setting a system password
1
2
3
Use the up/down keys to select a password parameter (Set
Supervisor Password or Set User Password), then press <Enter>.
A password box will appear.
Type a password then press <Enter>.
The password may consist of up to eight alphanumeric characters
(A-Z, a-z, 0-9).
Retype the password to verify the first entry then press <Enter>
again.
4
5
Press <F10>.
Select Yes to save the new password and close the Setup Utility.
Changing a system password
1
Use the up/down keys to select a password parameter (Set
Supervisor Password or Set User Password), then press <Enter>.
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.
5
6
Press <F10>.
Select Yes to save the modified password and close the Setup
Utility.
Removing a system password
1
Use the up/down keys to select a password parameter (Set
Supervisor Password or Set User Password), then press <Enter>.
2
3
Enter the current password then press <Enter>.
Press <Enter> twice without entering anything in the new and
confirm password fields.
After doing this, the system automatically sets the related
password parameter to Clear.
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Server Management menu
Parameter
Description
System Information
Displays basic system ID information, as well as BIOS
firmware versions.
Press <Enter> to access the related submenu.
Console Redirection
Displays console redirection-related settings.
Press <Enter> to access the related submenu.
Event Log
Configuration
Displays basic system event log information.
Press <Enter> to access the related submenu.
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System Information
The System Information submenu is a simple display page for basic
system ID information, as well as BIOS firmware versions. Items on this
window are non-configurable.
Parameter
Description
Options
BMC IP Address
Source
Configures the BMC IP address source.
Static
DHCP
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Parameter
Description
Options
IP Address
Determines the IP address.
Determines the IP subnet mask.
Determines the default gateway address.
IP Subnet Mask
Default Gateway
Console Redirection
Parameter
Description
Options
BIOS
Redirection
Port
Selects whether to enable console
redirection.
Serial Port A
Serial Port B
Disabled
Console redirection enables users to
manage the system from a remote
location.
Flow Control
Baud Rate
Assigns control for the console
redirection flow.
None
XON/OFF
CTS/RTS
Selects the baud rate for console
redirection.
9600
19.2K
38.4K
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Parameter
Description
Options
Terminal
Type
Selects a terminal type to be used for
console redirection.
VT100
VT100 8bit
PC-ANSI 7bit
VT100+ VT-UTF8
ASCII
Continue
C.R. After
POST
Selects whether to enable console
redirection after POST.
On
Off
Event Log Configuration
Parameter
Description
Options
Assert NMI on
SERR
Enables the SERR signal to be reported as
a critical event via NMI.
Enabled
Disabled
Assert NMI on
PERR
Enables the PERR signal to be reported as
a critical event via NMI. The Assert NMI on
SERR option must also be enabled.
Enabled
Disabled
Clear all Event
Logs
Deletes all DMI event log entries during the next system
start-up.
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Parameter
Description
Options
Log POST System
Event
Logs in to the System Event log when the
system boots.
Enabled
Disabled
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Boot menu
The Boot menu allows you to set the drive priority during system boot-
up. BIOS setup will display an error message if the drive specified is not
bootable.
By default, the server searches for boot devices in the following order:
1
2
3
4
Hard disk drive
Optical disk drive
Removable device
Network device
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Exit menu
The Exit menu displays the various options to quit from the BIOS setup.
Highlight any of the exit options then press <Enter>.
Parameter
Description
Exit Saving
Changes
Saves changes made and close the BIOS setup.
Exit Discarding
Changes
Discards changes made and close the BIOS setup.
Load Setup
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.
Discard Changes
Save Changes
Discards all changes made in the BIOS setup.
Saves changes made in the BIOS setup.
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Resetting the system
Before going through in-depth troubleshooting, attempt first to reset
the system using one of the methods below.
Perform
Purpose
To do this
Soft boot
reset
To clear the system memory and reload
the operating system.
Press <Ctrl> +
<Alt> + <Del>
Cold boot
reset
To clear the system memory, restart
POST, and reload the operating system.
This will halt power to all peripherals.
Turn the system
off and then on
again.
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Initial system startup problems
Problems that occur at initial system startup are usually caused by an
incorrect installation or configuration. Hardware failure is a less
possible cause. If the problem you are experiencing is with a specific
application, see the “There is problem with the software program”
section on page 99.
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Initial troubleshooting checklist
Use the checklist below to eliminate possible causes for the problem
you are encountering.
•
•
•
AC power is available at the wall outlet?
Is the power supply module properly installed?
Is the system power cord properly plugged into the power supply
module socket? and connected to a NEMA 5-15R outlet for
100-120 V or a NEMA 6-15R outlet for 200-240 V?
•
•
Are all peripheral cables correctly connected and secured?
Did you press the system power button to turn the server on
(power on indicator should be lit green)?
•
•
•
Are all device drivers properly installed?
Are hard disk drive(s) properly formatted and configured?
Are the BIOS configuration settings in the BIOS Setup Utility
correct?
•
•
Is the operating system properly loaded?
Refer to the operating system documentation.
Are all hardware components compliant with the tested
components lists?
•
•
•
Are all internal cables correctly connected and secured?
Is the processor properly seated in its mainboard socket?
Are all standoffs in the proper location and not touching any
components, causing a potential short?
•
Are all add-in expansion cards fully seated in their mainboard
slots?
•
•
Are all system jumpers correctly set?
Are all switch settings on add-in boards and peripheral devices
correct?
To check these settings, refer to the manufacturer’s
documentation that comes with them. If applicable, ensure that
there are no conflicts (e.g., two add-in boards sharing the same
interrupt).
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Hardware diagnostic testing
This section provides a detailed approach to identifying a hardware
problem and its cause.
Checking the boot-up status
Caution: Before disconnecting any peripheral cables from the
server, turn off the system and any peripheral devices. Failure to
do so can cause permanent damage to the system and/or the
peripheral device.
1
2
Turn off the system and all external peripheral devices.
Disconnect all peripheral devices from the system, except for the
keyboard and the display monitor.
3
4
Make sure the system power cord is plugged into a properly
grounded AC outlet and in the power supply module cord socket.
Make sure the display monitor and keyboard are correctly
connected to the system.
5
6
Turn on the display monitor.
Set the display brightness and contrast controls to at least two
thirds of their maximum range.
7
If the operating system normally loads from the hard drive, make
sure there is no diskette in floppy drive and no disc in the optical
drive.
8
9
If the power indicator is lit, attempt to boot from a disc.
Turn on the system.
If the power indicator did not light up, see “Power indicator does
not light” on page 97.
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As POST determines the system configuration, it tests for the presence
of each mass storage device installed in the system. As each device is
checked, its activity indicator should turn blue briefly. Check the
activity indicators for the hard drive(s), optical drive, and any other
5.25" device you may have installed.
listed in the Specific problems and corrective actions section.
Confirming loading of the operating system
Once the system boots up, the operating system prompt appears on
the screen. The prompt varies according to the operating system. If the
operating system prompt does not appear, see "No characters appear
the display monitor" on page 99.
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Specific problems and corrective
actions
Listed below are specific problems that may arise during the use of
your server and their possible solutions.
Power indicator does not light.
Do the following:
•
•
•
Make sure the power supply module is properly installed.
Make sure the power cord is connected correctly.
Make sure that the wall outlet has power. Test it by plugging in
another device.
•
•
Make sure the power indicator on the front panel is lit up.
Remove all add-in cards and see if the system boots.
If reboot is successful, install the cards back in one at a time with a
reboot between each addition to determine if one of them is
causing the problem.
•
•
Make sure that you have properly installed system compliant
memory modules, and that they are populated according to the
system guidelines.
Make sure that you have installed system compliant processors,
and that they are populated according to the system guidelines.
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 is compatible
Make sure you have not exceeded the power budget for the
server.
•
Check that relevant switches and jumpers on the hard drive and on
the backplane board are set correctly.
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Optical drive activity indicator does not light.
Do the following:
•
•
Make sure the SATA and power cables are properly connected.
Check that relevant switches and jumpers on the drive are set
correctly.
•
Check that the drive is properly configured.
Optical drive tray cannot be ejected.
Insert the tip of a paperclip into the small hole on the optical drive.
Slowly pull the tray out from the drive until the tray is fully extended.
Optical 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 the drive’s cables are properly connected.
Newly installed memory modules are not detected.
Do the following:
•
•
•
Make sure the memory modules specifications comply with the
system requirements.
Make sure the memory modules have been populated according
to the system guidelines.
Make sure the memory modules are properly installed on their
mainboard slots.
Network connection indicators do not light.
Do the following:
•
Check the cabling and network equipment to make sure that they
are in proper condition.
•
•
Reinstall the network drivers.
Try another port or hub on the switch.
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Network activity indicators do not light.
Do the following:
•
•
Make sure the correct network drivers are loaded on the system.
Network might be idle.
Peripheral device connected to a USB port does not work.
Do the following:
•
•
Reduce the number of external devices connected to a USB hub.
Refer to the documentation that came with the device.
There is problem with the software program.
Do the following:
•
Verify that the software is properly configured for the system.
Refer to the software installation and operation documentation
for instructions on setting up and using the software.
•
Try a different version of the software to see if the problem is with
the copy you are using. If the other version runs correctly on the
system, contact your vendor about the defective software.
No characters appear on the display monitor.
Check the following:
•
•
•
Is the keyboard functioning? Test it by turning the Num Lock
function on and off to check if the Num Lock indicator lights up.
Is the display monitor plugged in and turned on? If you are using a
switch box, is it switched to the correct system?
Are the brightness and contrast controls on the video monitor
properly adjusted?
•
•
Is the display monitor signal cable properly connected?
Does this display monitor work correctly if plugged into a different
system?
•
Remove all add-in cards and see if the system boots.
If reboot is successful, install the cards back in one at a time with a
reboot between each addition to determine if one of them is
causing the problem.
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•
Make sure that you have properly installed system-compliant
memory modules, and that they are populated according to the
system guidelines.
•
Make sure that you have installed system compliant processors,
and that they are populated according to the system guidelines.
If you are using an add-in video controller card, do the following:
1
Verify that the display monitor works using the onboard video
controller.
2
Verify that the add-in video controller card is fully seated in its
slot.
3
4
Reboot the system for the changes to take effect.
If there are still no characters on the screen after you reboot the
system, reboot it again.
Take note of the beep codes emitted during POST. This
information may be required if you seek technical assistance.
If POST do not emit any beep code and characters still do not
appear, the display monitor or the video controller may be
defective. Contact your local Acer representative or authorized
dealer for technical assistance.
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Server management overview
The server management tools supported by this system are listed in the
table below.
Tool
Function
BIOS Setup Utility
Configure different hardware components and
system functions (memory, processor, and security
settings). Please refer to the "4 System BIOS" on page
57 for details.
Acer Smart Server
Manager
Remotely manage the server in a network
environment through a single management station.
For detailed instructions on how to install and use this
utility, please refer to the Acer Smart Server Manager
User Guide.
Acer Smart Setup
Allows you to install your choice of operating system
for the server, clone system to set up multiple
firmware, set up BMC, and configure RAID for the
system hard drives. For detailed instructions on this
utility, please refer to the Acer Smart Setup Help file.
Note: BIOS and firmware updates are only available
on selected operating systems.
Acer Smart Console
Remotely manage the server via a UPnP tool or a Web
browser. For detailed instructions on this utility,
please refer to "Appendix C Acer Smart Console" on
page 119.
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RAID configuration utilities
MEGARAID SAS 8204ELP configuration
This section briefly shows how to create a RAID volume with
MegaRAID SAS 8204ELP.
Entering MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility
To start MegaRAID SAS RAID Configuration Utility for MegaRAID SAS
8204ELP, press <Ctrl> + <M> when you see RAID BIOS during POST.
Loading factory default settings
1
2
Select Objects from Management menu.
Select Adapter from Objects. The screen shows a list of available
adapters.
3
Select an adapter and press <Enter>. The screen shows the adapter
settings. You can change the settings from this menu.
4
5
Select Factory Default and Yes to load the default settings.
Exit the configuration utility and press <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del> to
reboot the server.
Creating RAID Volume
1
2
Select Configuration from the Management Menu.
Select New Configuration from the Configuration menu. An array
selection window displays the devices connected to the current
controller.
3
Press the arrow keys to choose specific physical drives and press the
space bar to associate the selected drive with the current array.
The indicator for the selected drive changes from READY to
ONLINE.
4
After adding the drives to the current array, press <Enter> to finish
creating the current array.
5
6
Press <Enter> again to select an array to configure.
Press the space bar to select the array and press <F10> to configure
the logical drive.
7
Select Accept and press <Enter> to use the default setting for the
RAID volume.
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8
Press <Enter> to end the array configuration.
9
Select YES to save the configuration and press any key to return to
the Configuration menu.
10 Press <Esc> to return to the Management Menu.
Initialing a RAID volume
1
2
3
Select Initialize from the Management menu. All logical drives
should be listed under Logical Drives.
Press the space bar to select drives for initialization. The selected
drive will be shown in yellow.
After selecting the drives, press <F10> and select YES to start the
initialization process.
4
5
When initialization is complete, press <Esc> to continue.
Press <Esc> to return to the Management Menu.
Assigning a hot spare disk
1
2
3
4
5
6
Select Objects from the Management menu.
Select Physical Drive from Objects. All of the HDDs will be listed.
Select a drive marked as READY and press <Enter>.
Select Make Hot Spare and press <Enter>.
Select Yes and the selected drive changes from READY to HOTSP.
Press <Esc> to return to the Management Menu.
Saving and Exiting the RAID Configuration Utility
1
After performing RAID configuration, initialization and assigning
the hot spare disk, press <Esc> in the Management Menu and
select YES to exit the RAID Configuration Utility.
2
3
Press <Ctrl> + <Alt> + <Del> to reboot the server.
Now you can start to install the operating system.
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Onboard SATA RAID creation
This section explains briefly how to create a RAID volume with the
onboard SATA RAID.
Enabling the onboard SATA RAID controller
To configure onboard SATA RAID, you have to enable the onboard
SATA RAID in BIOS first.
1
2
3
4
During POST, press <F2> to access the BIOS Setup Utility.
Select the Advanced > ATA Controller Configuration submenu.
Change the setting of the SATA Mode Selection from IDE to RAID.
Press <F10> and select Yes to save the setting and exit the Setup
Utility.
Entering onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility
To start the onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility, press <CTRL> +
<I> when you see the RAID BIOS during POST.
Loading the factory default setting
There is no option setting for onboard SATA RAID in RAID BIOS, so
there is no need to load the factory default setting.
Creating a RAID 5 volume
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Select Create RAID Volume.
The screen displays the CREATE VOLUME MENU.
Key in the name of the RAID volume.
Select RAID 5 level.
Select a hard disk drive to create the RAID.
Select Create Volume.
Press Y when the screen prompts "Are you sure you want to create
the volume? (Y/N):".
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The RAID volume is now created. Press <Esc> and select Exit to exit.
Initialing a RAID volume
During onboard SATA RAID volume creation process, once the onboard
SATA RAID volume is created, it will be initiated automatically.
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Assigning a hot spare drive
The onboard SATA RAID Configuration Utility in POST does not
provide the function to assign a hot spare drive. To assign a hot spare
drive, use the onboard SATA RAID utility installed in the operating
system.
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Rack installation information
Rack installation precautions
Follow the rack manufacturer's safety and installation instructions for
proper rack installation.
The following additional rack safety installation measures should be
considered:
•
Anchor the equipment rack
The equipment rack must be anchored to an unmovable suitable
support to prevent the rack from falling over when one or more
systems are fully extended out of the rack assembly. You must also
consider the weight of any other devices installed in the rack
assembly. The equipment rack must be installed according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
•
•
Main AC power disconnect
You are responsible for installing an AC power 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.
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•
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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Vertical mounting hole pattern
The four vertical rails of the system rack contain mounting holes
arranged in a manner shown in the figure below:
The system occupies 5U in the rack. Count the U positions and hole
numbers from the bottom up.
The distance from the center of two holes with closer spacing to the
center of the next pair is equivalent to 1U.
Note: The unit of measurement used in this guide is "U"
(1U = 1.75 inches or 44.45 mm). The total sum of the heights of all
components in the rack measured in "U" cannot exceed the
height of the rack. For more information, refer to the
documentation that came with the system rack.
When installing components, you must start your measurement from
the center of the two holes with closer spacing. Otherwise, the screw
holes on the component may not match those on the rack.
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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.
1
2
Confirm that the left and right inner rails have been correctly
identified.
Attach the inner rails to both sides of the server.
(1) Align the screw holes on the rack handles with those on the
server and use the screws from the rack mount kit to secure
the rack handles to the server.
(2) Align the screw holes on the left and right front inner rails
and use the screws from the rack mount kit to secure both
rails to the server.
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3
Install the mounting rails and rail bracket.
One end of the mounting rail includes hinged bracket with three
mounting holes and the other end of the mounting rail includes a
hinged bracket with two mounting holes.
(1) Using three screws attach the end of the mounting rail with
three mounting holes to the front rack.
(2) Install the free end of the mounting rail to the rear rack.
(3) Do the same thing to the other mounting rail.
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(4) Install the rail bracket to the inner rails by using two screws
for each side.
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(5) Extend the middle sliding piece of each mounting rail forward
until you hear an audible click.
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4
Install the server in the system rack.
(1) Insert the inner rails attached to the server into the mounting
rails.
(2) Push the server into the rack until you hear a click sound.
Caution! To avoid personal injury, care should be taken when
pressing the inner rail release latches and sliding the component
into the rack.
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Install the cable arm.
The cable arm option allows you to tie-wrap all cables to and from
the system. As you slide the system in and out of the rack, the
cable arm collapses and extends, keeping the cables untangled
and attached to the system.
Note: One end of the cable arm includes hinged bracket with two
mounting holes and the other end of the cable arm includes a
hinged bracket with one mounting hole.
(1) Using two screws attach the end of the cable arm with two
mounting holes to the right inner rail.
(2) Attach the free end of the cable arm to the right mounting
rail using two screws.
(3) Arrange all server cables in the cable arm.
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6
Secure the rack handles to the system rack.
For security purposes, you can use screws to secure the rack
handles to the front of the rack as illustrated below.
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Appendix C Acer Smart Console
Using Acer Smart Console
The Acer Smart Console has a user-friendly graphical user interface
(GUI) and a standard Internet browser. This article will help you
become familiar with the Acer Smart Console. Each function will be
described clearly.
Acer Smart Console offers:
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System monitoring - Providing detailed information via a web UI,
including system information readings, system health overview,
sensors readings, and System Event Log readings. Green, amber
and red indicators give a clear system health overview and sensor
readings to help you to determine system status.
Remote system management - Via KVM/IP redirection lets you fully
control the system. You can remotely power on, off, reset system
through Acer Smart Console in band or out-of-band. Acer Smart
Console implements media redirection for the optical drive and
floppy drive. This feature enables remote installation of the
operating system or applications.
•
•
Notification - Via SNMP trap and email to inform person or
management software when system status changes.
Platform neutrality- Acer Smart Console uses a standard HTTP
protocols. You can easily use a web browser to remotely manage
servers running different operating systems. Acer Smart Console
also provides cross-platform JAVA-based KVM redirection.
•
•
Security - SSL (Secured Socket Layer) and auto session time out
ensure higher security when using the Web UI through HTTPS.
When using KVM and media redirection you can also encrypt the
communication.
Account management - Acer Smart Console implements role-based
management. User accounts are separated into three levels: No
access, operator and administrator. Acer Smart Console also
provides LDAP Client Support.
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Software Installation
Prerequisites on remote management PC
Before installing Java tool and UPnP tool, make sure your system have
the following configuration requirements:
•
Supported environments - Microsoft Windows Vista, XP, Windows
2000, 2003, 2008 Server.
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JAVA Recommended Version 6 Update 12 (file size: ~ 7 MB)
Installing the Java Tool
Follow the instructions below to install Java in a Windows operating
system.
1
2
3
4
5
Go to http://www.java.com.
Click Downloads.
Click the See all Java downloads here link.
Click Windows XP/Vista/2000/2003/2008 Online.
Choose a folder location. (Save the file to a known location on
your computer.)
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7
8
Click Save.
If you have previously downloaded this version of java, click Yes.
Verify the following:
(1) Name of the file is jre-6u12-windows-i586-p.exe or later
version.
(2) Size is approximately 7 MB.
9
Close all applications including the browser.
10 Double-click on the saved file icon to start the installation process.
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Installing the UPnP tool
Follow the instructions below to get Intel Device Spy for UPnP
Technologies tool:
1
Download Device Spy for UPnP Technologies from the Intel
website: http://www.intel.com.
2
Enter Intel Tools for UPnP Technologies in the Search box.
The download page changes from time to time, so doing a search
will give you the best results.
3
4
Save the compressed file on your computer and uncompress it. The
file will have a filename similar to the following:
Download, Windows installer, .NET CLR 2.0 runtime required (ZIP
3.7MB)
The ZIP file will contain an EXE file that will have a filename similar
to the following:
Intel_Tools_4UT_v1768.exe
Run the EXE file. The Device Spy.exe file becomes available. The
Device Spy.exe file contains the Intel Device Spy for UPnP
Technologies program.
Intel Device Spy is a universal control point (UCP) that supports
manual diagnostics for individual actions and events. Device Spy
also traces packets sent to UPnP devices.
For more information on how to use Intel Device Spy for UPnP
Technologies see the documentation provided with it.
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Using the UPnP tool to search for a server
Follow the instructions below to search a server:
1
Download and install the Intel Device Spy for UPnP Technologies
program onto your remote client system. Refer to "Installing the
UPnP tool" for more information.
2
Run the Intel Device Spy for UPnP Technologies program. The
name Acer Smart Console devices display on the left pane, under
the UPnP Devices tree.
3
Select Acer Smart Console device to view its properties on the right
pane.
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Click on the IP address located in the Presentation URL field to
connect to your server.
5
6
System will prompt a window for the user name and password.
Enter the default user name and password.
•
•
Username: root
Password: superuser
7
Click Login to log on to your Acer Smart Console.
Note: The default user name is root and the default password is
superuser. Both user name and password are case sensitive and
should be entered in lower case each time.
Configuring the BMC NIC settings
You can configure the BMC NIC settings using DHCP or static IP
addressing.
Configuring the BMC NIC settings using DHCP
1
2
3
4
5
Enter the BIOS setup (see "Entering BIOS Setup" on page 59).
Select Server Management menu.
Select System Information then press <Enter>.
Select BMC IP Address Source then press <Enter>.
Select DHCP.
6
7
Press <F10>.
Select Yes to save the modified password and close the Setup
Utility.
Configuring the BMC NIC settings using a static IP address
1
2
3
4
Enter the BIOS setup (see "Entering BIOS Setup" on page 59).
Select Server Management menu.
Select System Information then press <Enter>.
Select BMC IP Address Source then press <Enter>.
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Select Static.
6
7
Enter the static IP address in the IP Address field.
Enter the IP subnet mask and default gateway settings in their
respective fields.
8
9
Press <F10>.
Select Yes to save the modified password and close the Setup
Utility.
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Accessing Acer Smart Console
You can use the Intel Device Spy for UPnP technologies tool or a web
browser to access the Acer Smart Console.
Accessing the Acer Smart Console using Intel Device Spy
1
2
3
Run the Intel Device Spy for UPnP Technologies program.
Click on the server name under the UPnP Devices tree.
Click on the IP address located in the Presentation URL field to
connect to your server. The system will prompt you to enter the
user name and password.
4
5
Enter the root user name and password in the login screen.
•
•
Username: root
Password: superuser
Click Login. The Acer Smart Console page appears.
Note: The default user name is root and the default password is
superuser. Both user name and password are case sensitive and
should be entered in lower case each time.
Important: Logging into the console allows you full administrative
rights. Once logged in, you should change your password.
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Accessing the Acer Smart Console using the Web browser
1
Open your web browser and enter the system’s IP address. You will
be prompted to enter a username and password.
2
Enter the root user name and password in the login screen.
•
•
Username: root
Password: superuser
3
Click Login. The Acer Smart Console page appears.
Note: The default user name is root and the default password is
superuser. Both user name and password are case sensitive and
should be entered in lower case each time.
Important: Logging into the console allows you full administrative
rights. Once logged in, you should change your password.
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Acer Smart Console user interface
The Acer Smart Console page opens once you have logged in. This
page provides a central location for managing all connected servers.
The user interface includes a system status alert indicator, function list,
menu bar, function title, section information, and an online help.
System status indicator
The system status indicator, located in the upper left-hand corner of
the Acer Smart Console page, monitors and displays the system health
and stability. The system sensors allow you to monitor the system’s
hardware parameters, such as fan performance, temperature sensors,
voltages, and power status. The following are the different system
health statuses that may be displayed on the console.
The system is in good health and no alerts were
detected on the sensors.
At least one sensor has a warning alert.
At least one sensor has critical alert.
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System Information
The System Information menu includes options that allow you to view
general system information and the system FRU (field replaceable
unit). Selecting the System Information menu displays the system
information and FRU readings options in the left pane.
System Information
Displays general server information, such as the power status,
management network IP and management controller MAC address,
BMC firmware version and build time, FRU revision and SDR revision
and allows you to manage the chassis LED indicator.
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FRU Reading
Provides information about major system components, including
chassis, mainboard, and product information.
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Server Health
Displays data related to the server’s health, such as sensor readings and
the event log. This menu include two options: Sensor Readings and
Event Log.
Sensor Readings
Allows you to monitor status of the voltages of the power supply, the
fan speed, processor and system temperature sensors.
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Sensor Color Display
Indicates the health condition of the system processor, fan,
temperature, and voltage in a box displayed before each sensor
category.
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•
•
Green - Indicates the sensor is in good health.
Amber - Indicates the sensor is in warning status.
Red - Indicates the sensor is in critical status.
Threshold
Click Show Thresholds to view the threshold parameters of each
sensor. It displays the Low Non-Recoverable (NR), High Non-
Recoverable (NR), Low Non-Critical (NC), Low Critical Threshold (CT),
High Non-Critical (NC), High Critical Threshold (CT) threshold
information, and these items can not be modified. When each
threshold matches alert level, system will send the alert to the specified
destinations. To configure the specified destination, please go to Alert
section. To refresh the sensor status, just click Refresh.
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Event Log
Provides a record of system events related to critical hardware
components. It logs the events when the sensor triggers an abnormal
state or is recovering from an abnormal state. When the log matches a
pre-defined alert, the system will send out the notification
automatically if pre-configured.
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Configuration
Allows you to designate email recipients for notification of system
alerts, configure LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) settings,
configure the mouse mode settings, configure the network settings,
configure the remote session settings, configure the SMTP email server
settings, create an SSL certificate and, manage users, and initiate
actions for a sensor alert.
The Configuration menu include the following configuration options:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Alerts
LDAP
Mouse mode
Network
Remote Session
SMTP
SSL
Users
Event Action
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Alerts
Allows you to designate up to 15 email recipients for notification of
system alerts. When alerts occur, the system will send an email or a
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) trap containing the
event detail to the designated recipients.
The Alerts page allows you to do the following:
•
•
•
Modify - Change the email address or the destination server.
Send Test Alert - Sends a test alert to the designated email address.
Delete - Removes the pre-set alert destination settings.
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Setting up alerts
You can set up notifications to be sent via SNMP traps or via email.
Setting up SNMP traps
1
On the Alerts page, click Modify.
2
3
4
5
Select Snmp Trap from the Alert Type drop-down menu.
Specify the event severity, such as Critical or Warning.
Enter the IP information.
Click Save.
Setting up email notifications
1
2
3
4
5
6
On the Alerts page, click Modify.
From the Alert Type menu, select e-mail.
Specify the event severity, such as Critical or Warning.
Enter the recipient’s email address.
Enter a subject and message.
Click Save.
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LDAP
Allows you to download user account list and the authentication from
the LDAP server and create Acer Smart Console user account from this
list.
Configuring the LDAP settings
1
2
3
Click Enable LDAP Authentication on the LDAP Settings page.
Enter the required information to access the LDAP server.
Click Save.
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Mouse mode
The Mouse mode option allows you to set a mouse mode to control
your mouse.
Setting the mouse mode
1
Select a mouse mode from the Mouse Mode page.
•
Absolute - Select this setting when using a Microsoft Windows
operating system.
•
Relative - Select this setting when using a Linux operating
system.
2
Click Save.
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Network
Allows you to configure and change the management network
parameters. You can configure the network settings manually or using
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol).
Configuring the network settings
1
On the Network Settings page, select whether to obtain an IP
address automatically or configure the network settings manually.
2
Click Save.
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Remote Session
Allows you to enable or disable encryption on KVM (Keyboard, Video
Mouse) or Media data during a redirection session.
Configuring the Remote Session settings
1
On the Remote Session page, select whether to enable KVM or
Media Encryption.
2
3
Select a Virtual Media Attach Mode.
Click Save.
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SMTP
Allows you to configure the SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) mail
server settings.
Configuring the SMTP settings
1
2
3
4
5
6
On the SMTP Setting page, select a LAN channel number.
Enter the IP address of the SMTP server.
Enter the username and password.
Enter the email address for sending email notifications.
Enter the machine name.
Click Save.
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SSL
Allows you to upload a SSL certificate.
Uploading an SSL certificate
1
On the SSL Upload page, click Browse to locate the SSL certificate
on your system.
2
Click Upload.
Users
Allows you to create, edit, delete, and view user accounts from the
user list.
To configure user accounts in the User List page, you can select from
the following command buttons:
•
•
•
Delete User - Removes the user from the list.
Modify User - Edits the user profile.
Add User - Creates a new user account.
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User Privileges
The User List page includes a privilege setting for determining the
maximum privilege a user can have to the system. Users can be
configured to have certain access permissions, such as administrator
privilege, operator privilege, no access. The BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller) maintains a local database of remote access
users and their privileges. When the user logs in to the console, BMC
determines the user’s privileges and executes commands according to
the privilege level.
The table below lists the privilege levels you can assign to a user.
Privilege level
No access
Description
Users assigned this privilege have the least amount of
system access. This is considered the lowest privilege
level.
Operator
The operator privilege has restricted access. All BMC
commands are allowed, except for the configuration
commands that allows the user to change the behavior
of the out-of-band interfaces. Operator privilege can not
disable individual channels or change user access
privileges.
Administrator
The administrator privilege has full access and can
configure the software and add users. Administrator
privilege have access to all BMC commands, including
configuration commands for disabling a communication
channel.
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Modifying a user account
1
Click Modify User on the Users page.
2
3
4
5
Enter the username.
Enter the password.
Re-enter the password.
Select a privilege level from the Network Privileges drop-down
menu.
6
Click Modify.
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Event Action
Allows you to initiate actions on a sensor alert. You can set system
power off, power reset or power cycle when an event occurred.
The table below lists the event actions.
Action
Description
Global PEF
Configuration
Enables or disables the power off, power reset, power
cycle action.
Add PEF Entry
Select sensor type and sensor name. After the Event
Offsets table displays, you can select the PEF action and
event offsets.
Current PEF
Filters
Displays a list of the sensors associated with a
component/system. The list includes sensor type, sensor
number, sensor name, and PEF action.
Delete PEF
Entry
Removes a PEF entry.
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Remote Control
The Remote Control menu allows you to start a Remote Console
session with the host system and manage power remotely. This menu
include two options: KVM Remote Console Redirection and Server
Power Control.
KVM Remote Console Redirection
Allows you to start the KVM Remote Console utility and remotely
manage the server using the monitor, mouse and keyboard as if you
are connected directly to the server.
Launching the KVM Remote Console utility
1
Click Launch Console on the Remote Control page.
The web browser downloads and automatically launches the
remote console application and the KVM Remote Console screen
displays.
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For more information about the KVM Remote Console application,
refer to "KVM Remote Console Utility" on page 151.
Server Power Control
Allows you to perform a remote power on, power off, power cycle,
and reset of your server.
Performing a remote power control operation
On the Server Power Control page, select an option then click Perform
Action.
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Maintenance
Allows you to perform a upgrade the BMC firmware (including Acer
Smart Console and FRU information) and update the SDR file.
Upgrading firmware
1
2
Click Firmware Update on the Maintenance page.
Click Enter Update Mode. The Firmware Upload page appears.
Note: You will not be able to perform any tasks until the upgrade
is completed and the device is rebooted.
3
4
Click Browse to locate the firmware image file.
Click Upload Firmware to upload the image file to the server.
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Updating the SDR file
1
2
On the Maintenance Options page, click SDR Update.
Click Enter Update Mode. The SDR Upload page appears.
Note: You will not be able to perform any tasks until the upgrade
is completed and the device is rebooted.
3
4
Click Browse to locate the SDR image file.
Click Upload SDR to upload the image file to the server.
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Menu bar
The menu bar across the top of the KVM Remote Console screen
contains the following menu options.
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•
•
•
•
•
Video
Keyboard
Mouse
Options
Device
Help
Video menu
The Video menu includes the following command options:
•
Pause Redirection - Temporarily pauses the KVM console
redirection.
•
•
•
Resume Redirection - Resumes KVM console redirection.
Refresh Video - Reloads the KVM’s viewer screen.
Compression - Select a video compression type. Options include:
None, Type I, Type II, Both
•
•
Full Screen - Resizes the screen to full size of the local monitor.
Exit - Closes the KVM’s viewer window.
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Keyboard menu
The Keyboard menu includes the following command options:
•
•
•
•
•
Hold Right Ctrl Key - Select this option before typing keys you
want to combine with the right <Ctrl> key.
Hold Right Alt Key - Select this option before typing keys you want
to combine with the right <Alt> key
Hold Left Ctrl Key - Select this option before typing keys you want
to combine with the left <Ctrl> key.
Hold Left Alt Key - Select this option before typing keys you want
to combine with the left <Alt> key.
Left Windows Key - Select the Hold Down option before typing
characters you want to combine with the right Windows key.
Select the Press and Release option to send a left Windows key
keystroke.
•
•
Right Windows Key - Select the Hold Down option before typing
characters you want to combine with the right Windows key.
Select the Press and Release option to send a right Windows key
keystroke.
Alt+Ctrl+Del - Select this option to launch the Windows task
manager.
Mouse menu
The Mouse menu includes the Sync Cursor command that enables you
to synchronize the client’s mouse cursor to be redirected to the mouse
on the server.
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Option menu
The Option menu includes the following command options:
•
Bandwidth - Select auto-detect or manually select a bandwidth.
Options include: 256 Kbps, 512 Kbps, 1 Mbps, 10 Mbps, and
100 Mbps.
•
Keyboard/Mouse Encryption - Select to enable or disable
keyboard/mouse encryption.
Device menu
The Device menu allows you to redirect to any of the following device
or image:
•
•
•
•
CD-ROM drive
ISO file
Floppy/USB key
Floppy/USB key image
Help menu
The Help menu displays the KVM Remote Console utility version and
copyright information.
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Advanced Chipset
Index
Advanced Processor Options 64
Exit menu 89
PCI Configuration 73
Processor Configuration 64
Security menu 80
Serial Port Configuration 72
System Acoustics & Performance
Configuration 76
Numerics
5.25 inch device bays
location
3
5.25 inch storage device
installing 38
removing 39
A
Acer Smart Console 120
accessing 127
BMC NIC settings 125
Configuration 135
installing 121
Maintenance 149
Remote Control 147
Server Health 132
System Information 130
system status alert
indicator 129
System Information 84
UPnP tool 122
user interface 129
Acer Smart Setup
scope 24
using 24
Adaptec onboard SATA RAID
controller
C
installing 117
power cord iii
CMOS RAM 58
connect peripherals
front 19
enabling 105
Adaptec onboard SATA RAID
Configuration Utility
entering 105
additional hard disk drive
installing 34
ATA controller configuration
BIOS settings 69
electrostatic discharge, see ESD
precautions 28
ENEGY STAR xiii
expansion card
I/O interface 53
installing 53
B
backplane board
jumper settings 14
BIOS
CMOS RAM 58
configure 59
overview 58
F
front panel
3
156
BIOS settings 68
H
hard disk drive
configuration guidelines 30
hard disk drive with carrier
drive status 31
installing 32
removing 33
hard drive
activity indicator, location
RAID configuration 103
troubleshooting 97
hardware upgrade
procedures 28
O
installing side panel 36
removing side panel 36
optical drive
location
4
3
heat sink fan
P
remove 42
PCI configuration
turn-on procedure 22
boot-up problems 23
thermal grease 47
heatsink fan assembly
installing 43
removing 41
I
installing
5.25 inch storage device 38
additional hard disk drive 34
cable arm 117
expansion card 53
hard disk drive with carrier 32
heatsink fan assembly 43
processor 46
rack 112
side panel 37
system memory 51
troubleshooting 97
turn on 21
power off
via hardware 25
redundant bay
processor
9
internal components
9
K
BIOS settings 64
configuration guidelines 44
KVM Remote Console 151
L
LAN ports
removing 44
location
troubleshooting 98
LED indicators
front panel
LAN port
8
upgrade 44
PS/2 keyboard port
PS/2 mouse port
7
7
5
R
rack
8
M
installing 112
mainboard
jumper settings 13
rack installation 107
mounting pattern 111
precautions 108
157
RAID configuration utilities 103
RAID Volume
creating 105
rear panel
7
system reset
regulations and safety ix
fcc notice ix
cold boot 92
removing
5.25 inch storage device 39
hard disk drive with carrier 33
heatsink fan assembly 41
processor 44
requirements 18
turn on system 21
side panel 36
system memory 52
system upgrade
S
safety iii
ESD precautions 28
installation precautions 28
post-installation instructions 29
caution iii
disposal instructions vi
mercury advisory vi
optical drive xii
safety instructions iii
serial port
location
7
serial port configuration
BIOS settings 72
server management
BMC NIC settings 125
tools 102
T
troubleshooting
display problem 99
side panel
installing 37
removing 36
hardware diagnostics 95
supervisor password 80
system BIOS 57
system boards
backplane board 14
mainboard 10
system fan
initial startup problems 93
optical drive problems 98
power indicator problem 97
software program problem 99
location
system memory
identification 50
9
USB device problem 99
verifying key system lights 96
installing 51
interface 48
population 49
removing 52
U
UPnP tool
installing 122
search server 123
USB ports
troubleshooting 98
system passwords
changing 82
power-on password 80
removing 82
front
rear
4
8
158
troubleshooting 99
user password 80
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