Acer Switch R720 Series User Manual

Acer Altos R720 Series  
User’s Guide  
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Notices  
FCC notice  
Class A equipment  
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A  
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to  
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the  
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment  
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed  
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to  
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is  
likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to  
correct the interference at personal expense.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user  
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna  
Increase the separation between the device and receiver  
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help  
Notice: Shielded cables  
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables  
to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.  
Notice: Peripheral devices  
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to  
comply with the Class A limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation  
with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV  
reception.  
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Caution! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the  
manufacturer could void the user’s authority, which is granted by  
the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this server.  
Use conditions  
This part complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,  
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference  
that may cause undesired operation.  
Notice Canadian users  
This device does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from  
digital apparatus set out in the interference-causing equipment standard  
entitled “Digital Apparatus” ICES-003 of the Canadian Deparmment of  
Communications.  
Laser compliance statement  
The DVD-ROM drive in this server is a laser product. The optical drive’s  
classification label (shown below) is located on the drive.  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO  
BEAM.  
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Important safety instructions  
Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.  
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2
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use  
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
3
4
Do not use this product near water.  
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product  
may fall, causing serious damage to the product.  
5
Slots and openings on the back or bottom side of the chassis are provided  
for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect  
it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The  
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,  
rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or  
over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper  
ventilation is provided.  
6
This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the  
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult  
your dealer or local power company.  
7
8
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this  
product where persons will walk on the cord.  
If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total  
ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not  
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total  
rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse  
rating.  
9
Never push objects of any kind into this product through the chassis slots as  
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could  
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the  
product.  
10 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing  
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all  
servicing to qualified service personnel.  
11 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified  
service personnel under the following conditions:  
a
b
c
When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed  
If liquid has been spilled on the product  
If the product has been exposed to rain or water  
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If the product does not operate normally when the operating  
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered  
by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other  
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work  
by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.  
e
f
If the product has been dropped or the chassis has been damaged  
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a  
need for service.  
12 Replace the battery with the same type as the product's battery we  
recommend. Use of another battery type may present a risk of fire or  
explosion. Refer battery replacement to a qualified service technician.  
13 Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not  
disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from children and  
dispose of used batteries promptly.  
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FCC notice  
1 System tour  
Features summary  
Front bezel  
3
Front panel  
Rear panel  
System boards  
22  
23  
Mainboard  
System diagnostic LEDs  
System jumpers  
2 System setup  
Setting up the system  
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36  
37  
37  
38  
40  
42  
44  
45  
48  
48  
ESD precautions  
Pre-installation instructions  
Post-installation instructions  
Opening the server  
Unlocking the front bezel  
Removing and installing the front bezel  
Removing and installing the top cover  
Removing and installing the CPU air duct  
Removing the CPU air dam  
Removing and installing the air baffles  
Removing and installing storage devices  
Removing and installing a hard disk drive  
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74  
78  
Removing and installing the PCI riser board  
Upgrading the CPU  
DDR2 module population order  
mid-plane board  
components  
4 BIOS setup  
BIOS setup  
Entering BIOS setup  
Main  
100  
121  
125  
128  
129  
130  
132  
Advanced  
Security  
Server Management  
Boot Options  
Boot Manager  
Error Manager  
Exit  
Upgrading the BIOS  
5 Troubleshooting  
133  
135  
135  
135  
Troubleshooting  
Resetting the system  
Problems following initial system installation  
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First steps checklist  
136  
146  
148  
Error beep codes  
BIOS POST error beep codes  
ARMC/3 module error beep codes  
Appendix A: Acer Altos R720  
157  
159  
160  
161  
Setting up the system rack  
System rack installation  
Vertical mounting hole pattern  
Installing the system into the rack  
Appendix B: SAS hardware RAID  
configuration  
Configuring the integrated SAS hardware RAID  
169  
171  
Index  
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The Acer Altos R720 is a 2U rack optimized server  
that features single or dual-core Intel Xeon  
processors, fully buffered DIMMs, integrated SAS  
RAID, standard-based server management, and  
server-oriented embedded I/O. Remote  
monitoring and management functions are also  
included, providing a new level of user tools for  
server administration.  
This chapter provides a brief overview of the  
system hardware, including illustrations with  
component identification.  
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Features summary  
Listed below are the system’s key features:  
Processor  
®
Supports two dual-core Intel Xeon™ processors 5000 sequence  
with 2 x 2 MB L2 cache and 1066 MHz or 1333 MHz front side bus  
speed  
Extended Memory 64-bit Technology  
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology  
Execute Disable Bit Technology  
Chipset  
Intel 5000P Memory Controller Hub (north bridge)  
Intel ESB2-E (Enterprise South Bridge) I/O Controller (south bridge)  
Memory  
Quad memory channels  
Eight DDR2 FBDIMM (fully buffered DIMM) slots  
Supports 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB DDR2-533/667 MHz FBDIMM  
Memory reliability, availability, serviceability, usability, and  
manageability (RASUM) features  
Memory error detection and correction  
Memory scrubbing  
Retry on correctable errors  
Memory built-in self test  
x4 SDDC (Single Device Data Correction) for memory error  
detection and correction  
Media storage  
Slim-line IDE CD-ROM drive  
Slim-line 3.5-inch floppy disk drive (optional)  
Supports one to six hot-plug SAS/SATA hard disk drives  
Sixth drive bay can be configured to support either a:  
Hot-plug SAS/SATA hard disk drive  
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3.5-inch half-height tape drive  
SAS controller  
LSI SAS 1068 3Gb/s SAS controller  
Supports integrated SAS RAID  
Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50  
Requires DDR2-400 registered ECC DIMM (mini DIMM) for RAID  
cache  
Supports RAID BBU (Battery Backup Unit). Available as an upgrade  
option.  
Note: After installing the RAID activation key and RAID cache  
DIMM, the system BIOS setup allows you to enable the hardware  
RAID solution. For detailed installation instructions, see  
“Configuring the integrated SAS hardware RAID components”  
section on page 91.  
You can also install a RAID BBU to improve fault tolerance by  
enhance by protecting data in the RAID cache in the event of  
power failure. For more information on how to install a RAID BBU,  
see “To install the RAID BBU” section on page 95.  
Networking  
Intel 82563EB Gigabit controller with dual ports  
Supports Intel I/O Acceleration Technology  
PCI I/O  
Low profile riser slot  
Two x8 PCI Express slots (with x4 throughput)  
Full height riser slot  
Option 1: One 64-bits/133 MHz/3.3 V PCI-X slot +  
Two x8 PCI Express slots (with x4 throughput)  
Option 2: Three 64-bits/133 MHz/3.3 V PCI-X slots  
Option 3: Three 64-bits/66 MHz/100 MHz/133 MHz PCI-X slots  
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Graphic interface  
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ATI ES1000 video controller with 16MB DDR SDRAM  
Baseboard Management Controller  
Integrated BMC  
IPMI (Intelligent Platform Management Interface) 2.0 compliant  
Supports ARMC/3 (Acer Remote Management Card/3) (optional)  
Power supply  
Supports one to two 750-watts hot-swap (1+1) redundant power  
supply modules with dual AC line cord  
System fan  
Supports one to six hot-swap redundant system fans  
I/O ports  
Front  
VGA/monitor port  
USB 2.0 port  
Rear  
PS/2 keyboard port  
PS/2 mouse port  
Serial port (RJ-45)  
Two Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mbps) LAN ports (RJ-45)  
1
Server management port (10/100 Mbps) (RJ-45)  
VGA/monitor port  
Two USB 2.0 ports  
1 Reserved for remote management of server. This requires installation of an ARMC/3  
module.  
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Operating system and utilities  
Operating system options:  
®
®
Microsoft Windows Server 2003, x64 edition  
Microsoft Windows Server 2003  
Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server  
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0  
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4.0, EM64T  
®
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9.0  
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9.0, EM64T  
2
ASM (Acer Server Manager)  
2
Easy Build  
2 For more information on how to install and use ASM and Easy Build utilities, refer  
to the manual on the EasyBUILD DVD.  
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External and internal structure  
Front bezel  
The front bezel provides an interface for system management via  
status LED indicators. The light pipes on the backside of the front bezel  
allow the system status LEDs to be monitored when the front bezel is  
closed. A front bezel lock is provided to prevent unauthorized access  
to hard drives, peripheral devices and the control panel.  
Item  
Icon  
Component  
Item  
Icon  
Component  
A
Security keylock  
E
Status/fault indicator  
B
C
D
LAN2 status  
indicator  
F
System ID indicator  
LAN1 status  
indicator  
G
HDD (hard disk drive)  
activity indicator  
Power indicator  
For details on how to remove the front bezel, see “To remove the front  
bezel” section on page 38.  
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Front panel  
Item  
Icon  
Component  
Item  
Icon  
Component  
A
Slim-line optical  
drive or FDD bay  
I
HDD activity  
indicator  
B
C
D
E
Tape drive filler  
panel  
J
System ID indicator  
System ID button  
Reset button  
Tape drive or Sixth  
hot-plug HDD bay  
K
L
VGA/monitor port  
LAN2 status  
indicator  
M
N
O
P
USB 2.0 ports  
F
LAN1 status  
indicator  
NMI button  
G
H
Power indicator  
Power button  
Hot-plug HDD bay  
Status/fault  
indicator  
* The dual purpose drive bay is covered by two filler panels. To configure the drive bay to  
support a sixth hot-plug SAS HDD see page 62 or a tape drive go to page 60.  
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Front panel control button functions  
Below table lists the functions of the front panel control buttons.  
Item  
Function  
NMI button  
Reset button  
Power button  
System ID button  
Puts the server in a halt-state for diagnostic purposes.  
Press to reset the system.  
Press to turn the system power on and off.  
Press to turn the system ID LED on and off.  
Press to release the carrier lever.  
Hot-plug HDD  
carrier latch  
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Front panel LED indicators  
The illustration below shows the LED indicators available on the  
control panel and hot-plug HDD.  
LED  
indicator  
Item  
Color  
Status  
Description  
A
LAN2  
status  
Green, on  
Link  
Link between system and  
network.  
indicator  
Green, off  
Idle  
Green,  
Active  
Network access  
blinking  
B
LAN1  
status  
indicator  
Green, on  
Green, off  
Link  
Link between system and  
network.  
Idle  
Green,  
Active  
Network access  
blinking  
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LED  
indicator  
Item  
Color  
Status  
Power off System is not powered on.  
Power on System has power applied to it.  
Description  
C
Power/  
Sleep  
indicator  
Green, off  
Green, on  
Green, off  
S4/S5  
S1  
System is in ACPI S4 or S5 state  
(power off).  
Green,  
blinking  
System is in ACPI S1 state (sleep  
mode).  
Green, on  
Green, on  
S0  
System is in ACPI S0 state  
(legacy power on).  
D
Status/  
fault  
Ready  
System booted and ready.  
indicator  
Green,  
blinking  
Degraded  
condition  
CPU disabled  
System memory mapped out  
or disabled by BIOS.  
Non-redundant power  
supply operation.  
Amber, on  
Critical  
condition  
Critical temperature,  
voltage, or fan threshold  
crossing.  
Critical power supply  
failure.  
System unable to power up  
due to incorrectly installed  
CPU or incompatible CPU.  
One or more of the drive  
status fault LEDs are  
asserted on the hot-swap  
backplane board.  
System memory  
uncorrectable ECC error.  
Fatal uncorrectable bus  
errors.  
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LED  
indicator  
Item  
Color  
Status  
Description  
D
Status/  
fault  
indicator  
Amber,  
blinking  
Non-  
critical  
condition  
Non-critical temperature,  
voltage, or fan threshold  
crossing.  
(cont.)  
Chassis intrusion  
Change in system memory  
configuration.  
Change in CPU  
configuration.  
E
F
HDD  
activity  
indicator  
Green,  
blinking  
HDD is active.  
Green, off  
No HDD activity.  
System ID Blue, on  
indicator  
System identification is active.  
Blue, off  
System identification is  
disabled.  
G
Hot-plug  
HDD  
Amber,  
flashing  
HDD is active.  
activity  
indicator  
Amber +  
Green,  
alternate  
flashing  
HDD is powered on and  
rebuilding RAID.  
HDD is powered on and is in  
a fault condition.  
Amber,  
flashing  
HDD is not powered on and is  
in a fault condition.  
Off  
No HDD is installed.  
HDD is initiated but has no  
current activity.  
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Rear panel  
Item  
Component  
Item  
Component  
A
Low profile PCI expansion  
slots  
G
Diagnostic POST (power-on  
self-test) code indicators  
B
C
Full height PCI expansion  
slots  
H
I
USB 2.0 ports  
Hot-swap redundant power  
supply module1  
VGA/monitor port  
D
Hot-swap redundant power  
supply module AC input  
connector  
J
Gigabit LAN ports (10/100/  
1000 Mbps)  
E
F
Power supply module bay  
filler panel  
K
L
DB9 serial port A  
Server management port  
(10/100 Mbps)  
PS2 keyboard and mouse  
ports  
(RJ-45) cover 2  
1 The system power can be configured to support non-redundant (1+0) configuration.  
2 Reserved for remote management of server. This requires the installation of an ARMC/3  
module.  
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Rear panel LED indicators  
The illustration below shows the LED indicators located on the rear  
panel.  
LED  
indicator  
Function/  
Status  
Item  
Color  
Description  
A
Hot-swap  
power  
No power  
Off  
No AC power to the  
power supply.  
supply  
module  
status  
AC OK  
indicator  
Green, on  
System has power applied  
to it.  
indicator  
Green,  
blinking  
AC power cord is plugged  
into an active AC power  
source.  
Fault  
indicator  
Amber  
No AC power.  
Power supply critical  
event (i.e, failure, fuse  
blown, fan failed, etc.)  
causing shutdown  
Amber,  
blinking  
Power supply displays  
warning event (i.e., high  
temperature, high power,  
high current, slow fan,  
etc.)  
B
Diagnostic  
POST code  
indicators*  
Trouble-  
shooting  
system  
Green/Red/ Assists in troubleshooting  
Amber, on  
a system hang during  
POST process.  
Identifies the last POST  
process to be executed.  
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LED  
indicator  
Function/  
Status  
Item  
Color  
Description  
C
System ID  
indicator  
ID  
Blue, on  
System identification is  
active.  
Blue, off  
System identification is  
disabled.  
D
System  
status/fault  
indicator  
Ready  
Green, on  
System booted and ready.  
CPU or DIMM disabled.  
Degraded  
Green,  
blinking  
Critical  
condition  
Amber, on  
Critical power supply,  
blower, voltage, or  
temperature failure.  
Non-  
critical  
condition  
Amber,  
blinking  
Redundant power  
supply or blower  
failure.  
Non-critical blower,  
voltage, and  
temperature failure.  
E
LAN port  
indicators  
(left)  
Speed  
Status  
Green/  
Amber, Off  
10 Mbps connection  
100 Mbps connection  
Green, On  
Amber, On 1000 Mbps connection  
(right)  
Green, On  
Green, Off  
Network link is detected.  
No network connection.  
Green,  
Blinking  
Transmit or receive  
activity.  
* For more information on how to troubleshoot during a system hang, refer to the  
Diagnostic POST Code table on page 149.  
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Internal components  
Item  
Component  
Item  
Component  
A
B
C
D
E
SAS/SATA backplane board  
Air baffles  
F
G
H
I
Mainboard  
Memory modules  
CPU air duct  
Power distribution module  
Power supply module  
Riser card assembly  
System fans  
J
Bridge board  
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System boards  
Mainboard  
The mainboard becomes accessible once you open the system. It should  
look like the figure shown below.  
Item  
Description  
Item  
AA  
Description  
A
B
Rolling BIOS jumper  
Intel ESB2-E I/O Controller  
USB connector  
BB  
Control panel board  
connector  
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Item  
Description  
Item  
Description  
C
Diagnostic POST code  
indicators  
CC  
SATA 0 connector  
D
E
F
Full height riser slot  
Low profile riser slot  
USB ports  
DD  
EE  
FF  
SATA 1 connector  
SATA 2 connector  
SATA 3 connector  
SATA 4 connector  
SATA 5 connector  
G
H
I
VGA/Monitor port  
System ID indicator  
System status indicator  
GG  
HH  
II  
Integrated SATA hardware  
RAID activation key  
connector  
J
Gigabit LAN1 and LAN 2  
ports  
JJ  
ARMC/3 module connector  
K
L
Serial B port  
KK  
LL  
System recovery settings  
jumper block  
PS2 mouse (top) and  
Chassis intrusion connector  
keyboard (bottom) port  
M
Serial B configuration  
jumper  
MM  
3-pin IPMB (Intelligent  
Platform Management Bus)  
header  
N
DIMM slots  
NN  
4-in LCP (Link Control  
Protocol)/AUX (Auxiliary)  
IPMB header  
O
P
Intel 5000P MCH  
CPU socket 1  
OO  
PP  
Serial A header  
NIC module connector  
Q
R
S
CPU socket 2  
CPU fan 1 connector  
CPU voltage regulator  
CPU fan 2 connector  
T
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Item  
U
Description  
Item  
Description  
Bridge board connector  
IDE optical drive connector  
+12 V CPU power connector  
AC power connector  
Battery  
V
W
X
Y
Z
Power supply signal  
connector  
* Reserved for remote management of server. This requires installation of an ARMC/3  
module.  
Backplane and mid-plane board  
SAS/SATA backplane board  
Front view  
Item  
Description  
Item  
Description  
A
B
Optical drive connector  
USB connector  
C
Control panel connector  
SAS/SATA connectors  
D
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Rear view  
Item  
Description  
Item  
Description  
A
Flex bay power cable  
connector  
D
Backplane power connector  
Mid-plane connectors  
B
C
Flex bay data cable  
connector  
E
IDE connector  
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SAS mid-plane board  
Item  
Description  
Item  
Description  
A
Fan 1 power connector  
G
Integrated SAS hardware  
RAID BBU (battery backup  
unit) connector  
B
C
D
E
Fan 2 power connector  
Fan 3 power connector  
Fan 4 power connector  
H
I
Mid-plane power connector  
Fan 6 power connector  
Fan 5 power connector  
Thumbscrew  
J
Integrated SAS hardware  
RAID activation key  
connector  
K
F
Bridge board connector  
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System diagnostic LEDs  
Item  
Description  
Item  
A
Diagnostic POST code  
indicators*  
E, F  
CPU error indicator  
B
C
D
System ID indicator  
G
5-volt standby present  
indicator  
System status indicator  
DIMM error indicator  
* For more information on how to troubleshoot during a system hang, refer to the  
Diagnostic POST code table on page 149.  
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System jumpers  
Jumper name  
Settings  
Function  
J1D2  
1-2 (default) Password enabled  
Password clear  
2-3  
Password disabled/cleared  
J1D3  
1-2 (default) BIOS clear CMOS  
Clear CMOS  
2-3  
Forced CMOS clear  
J3H1  
1-2  
Force lower bank  
BIOS select  
2-3 (default) Normal operation  
J1D1  
1-2 (default) BMC force update disabled  
BMC force update mode 2-3  
BMC force update enabled  
J8A3  
1-2  
DCD (Data Carrier Detect) to DTR  
(Data Terminal Ready) signal  
Serial B port (RJ-45)  
3-4 (default) DSR (Data Set Ready) to DTR signal  
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the system. Procedures on how to connect  
peripherals are also explained.  
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Setting up the system  
Pre-installation requirements  
Selecting a site  
Before unpacking and installing the system, select a suitable site for  
the system for maximum efficiency. Consider the following factors  
when choosing a site for the system:  
Near a grounded power outlet  
Clean and dust-free  
Stable surface free from vibration  
Well-ventilated and away from sources of heat  
Secluded from electromagnetic fields produced by electrical  
devices such as air conditioners, radio and TV transmitters, etc.  
Checking the package contents  
Check the following items from the package:  
Acer Altos R720 system  
Acer EasyBUILDTM  
Acer Altos R720 accessory box  
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, contact your dealer  
immediately.  
Save the boxes and packing materials for future use.  
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Connecting peripherals  
Caution! The server operates on 100-127/200-240 VAC only. Do  
not connect the system to an incorrect voltage source.  
Refer to the illustration below for specific connection instructions on  
the peripherals you want to connect to the system.  
Note: Consult the operating system manual for information on  
how to configure the network setup.  
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Turning on the system  
After making sure that you have properly set up the system and  
connected all the required cables, you can now power on the system.  
Note: After plugging in the AC power cord, allow system to warm  
up for 30 seconds or until the Status/fault LED on the control  
panel stops blinking before turning on the system. Refer to “Front  
panel LED indicators” on page 10 for the location of the Status/  
fault LED.  
To power on the system:  
1
2
3
If the bezel is locked, unlock it. See “Unlocking the front bezel”  
section on page 37.  
Remove the front bezel. See “To remove the front bezel”section  
on page 38.  
Press the power button on the control panel.  
The system starts up and displays a welcome message on the monitor.  
After that, a series of POST messages appears.  
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.  
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If the POST finds any problems, the system will emit a beep code  
followed by an error message displayed on the monitor. Aside from the  
POST messages, you can determine if the system is in good condition  
by checking if the following occurred:  
Power indicator on the front panel lights up (green)  
Num Lock, Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock indicators on the keyboard  
light up  
Power-on problems  
If the system does not boot after you have applied power, check the  
following factors that might have caused the boot failure.  
The external power cord may be loosely connected.  
Check the power cord connection from the power source to the  
power supply module AC input connector on the rear panel. Make  
sure that the power cord is properly connected to the power  
source and to the AC input connector.  
No power comes from the grounded power outlet.  
Have an electrician check your power outlet.  
Loose or improperly connected internal power cables.  
Check the internal cable connections. If you are not confident to  
Warning! Make sure all power cords are disconnected from  
the electrical outlet before performing this task.  
The ARMC/3 module is not installed in the server, or not properly  
seated.  
Check the ARMC/3 module connection. Make sure the ARMC/3  
module is properly connected to the mainboard. For more  
information on how to install the ARMC/3 module, see “To install  
an ARMC/3 module” section on page 85.  
Note: If you have gone through the preceding actions and the  
system still fails to boot, ask your dealer or a qualified technician  
for assistance.  
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Configuring the system OS  
The Altos R720 comes with Acer EasyBUILDTM that allows you to  
conveniently install your choice of operating system. To start using  
EasyBUILD, follow the steps below.  
1
2
Locate the EasyBUILD DVD included in the system package.  
With the system turned on, gently press the CD-ROM drive Stop/  
Eject button.  
3
4
When the disc tray slides open, insert the EasyBUILD DVD with the  
label or title side of the disc facing upward.  
Note: When handling the disc, hold it by the edges to avoid  
smudges or fingerprints.  
Gently press the disc down to make sure that it is properly  
inserted.  
Caution! While pressing the disc, be careful not to bend the disc  
tray. Make sure that the disc is properly inserted before closing  
the disc tray. Improper insertion may damage both the disc and  
the CD-ROM drive.  
5
6
Gently press the drive Stop/Eject button again to close the disc  
tray.  
The Acer EasyBUILD sequence begins. Follow all onscreen  
instructions.  
For more information, refer to the EasyBUILD Installation guide.  
Note: EasyBUILD DVD supports Windows Server 2003 and Red Hat  
Linux operating system only.  
Windows or Linux OS CD is needed when you install the OS with  
the EasyBUILD DVD.  
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Turning off the system  
There are two ways by which you can turn off the server. These include:  
If you are using a Windows OS on your server, you can turn off the  
server by clicking the Start button, point to Shut Down..., select  
Shut down from the drop-down window then click on OK. You  
can then turn off all peripherals connected to your server.  
If you are using another OS, refer to the OS documentation for  
instructions on how to shut down the OS.  
If you cannot shut down the server, press the power button for at  
least four seconds. Quickly pressing the button may put the server  
in a Suspend mode only.  
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and installation procedures you need to know to  
upgrade the system.  
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Installation precautions  
Before you install any server component, we recommend that you read  
the following sections. These sections contain important ESD  
precautions along with pre-installation and post-installation  
instructions.  
ESD precautions  
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage the processor, disk drives,  
expansion boards, motherboard, memory modules and other server  
components. Always observe the following precautions before you  
install a server component:  
1
Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until  
you are ready to install it.  
2
Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the  
server before handling components. If a wrist strap is not  
available, maintain contact with the server throughout any  
procedure requiring ESD protection.  
Pre-installation instructions  
Perform the steps below before you open the server or before your  
remove or replace any component:  
1
2
3
4
5
Turn off the system and all the peripherals connected to it.  
Unplug all cables from the power outlets.  
Place the system unit on a flat, stable surface.  
Open the system according to the instructions on page 37.  
Follow the ESD precautions described in this section when  
handling a server component.  
6
Remove any hardware structure or cable that block access to the  
component you must replace or upgrade.  
See the following sections for specific installation instructions on the  
component you want to install.  
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Warning! Failure to properly turn off the server before you  
start installing components may cause serious damage. Do  
not attempt the procedures described in the following  
sections unless you are a qualified service technician.  
Post-installation instructions  
Perform the steps below after installing a server component.  
1
See to it that all components are installed according to the  
described step-by-step instructions.  
2
Reinstall all components or cable that have been previously  
removed.  
3
4
5
6
Reinstall the top cover.  
Reinstall the front bezel.  
Connect the necessary cables.  
Turn on the system.  
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Opening the server  
Caution! Before you proceed, make sure that you have turned  
off the system and all peripherals connected to it. Read the “Pre-  
installation instructions” on page 35.  
You need to open the server before you can install additional  
components. The front bezel and top cover are removable to allow  
access to the system’s internal components. Refer to the following  
sections for instructions.  
Unlocking the front bezel  
A security lock secures the front bezel to protect the system unit from  
unauthorized access.  
Insert the key into the lock and turn it clockwise.  
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Removing and installing the front  
bezel  
To remove the front bezel:  
1
2
3
If the bezel is locked, unlock it.  
Disconnect any cables attached to the control panel.  
Grasp the front bezel at the outer edge and pull it straight out.  
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To install the front bezel:  
1
Line up the center notch on both ends of the bezel with the center  
guide on the rack handles.  
2
Slide the front bezel onto the chassis until it clicks into place.  
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Removing and installing the top cover  
To remove the top cover:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
3
Remove the screw located on the top cover (A).  
Press and hold the blue release button (B), then slide the cover  
toward the back of the chassis until the cover disengage with the  
slots on the chassis (C).  
4
Insert your finger in the notch (D), then lift the top cover away  
from the server and put it aside for reinstallation later.  
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To install the top cover:  
1
2
3
4
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Place the top cover on the chassis so that the tabs on the cover  
align with the slots on the chassis .  
Slide the top cover toward the front of the chassis until it is fully  
closed (A).  
Replace the screw on the top cover (B).  
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Removing and installing the CPU air duct  
Caution! Always operate your server with the CPU air duct  
installed to ensure reliable and continued operation.  
To remove the CPU air duct:  
You will need to remove the CPU air duct to perform the following  
procedures:  
Removing and installing the PCI riser assembly  
Removing and installing the PCI riser board  
Removing and installing the PCI card  
Removing and installing a CPU  
Removing and installing a memory module  
Removing and installing an ARMC/3 module  
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Lift the CPU air duct from the chassis.  
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To install the CPU air duct:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Place the CPU air duct over the two processor sockets. The front  
edge of the air duct should touch the front fan module and the  
top of the installed air duct should be flush with the top of the  
power supply.  
Caution! Do not pinch or unplug cables that may be near or  
under the air duct.  
3
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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To remove the CPU air dam:  
Important: Do not remove the CPU air dam if only one processor  
is installed. Do not remove the memory air deflector. If two  
processors are installed, remove the CPU air dam. If installing full-  
height DIMMs, remove the memory air deflector.  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
3
Turn the CPU air duct over (A).  
Slide the air dam’s slotted holes off the duct pins, then gently pull  
the air dam from the air duct (B).  
Memory air deflector  
4
Store it in a protective packaging.  
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Removing and installing the air baffles  
Caution! Always operate your server with both the air baffles  
installed to ensure reliable and continued operation.  
Your server is equipped with two air baffle, one small air baffle  
attached to the drive cage area and one large air baffle attached  
between the backplane board and the power supply. You will need to  
remove the smaller air baffle to perform the following procedures.  
Removing and installing the SAS mid-plane board  
Removing and installing the SAS/SATA backplane board  
Configuring the integrated SAS hardware RAID components  
To remove the small air baffle:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Detach the air baffle from the chassis.  
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To remove the large air baffle:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Note how the cables are routed over and under the air baffle. You  
will need to re-route these cables later.  
Disengage the air baffle and pull it out of the chassis.  
To install the small air baffle:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Engage the air baffle into its chassis slot.  
3
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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To install the large air baffle  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Lower the air baffle into the chassis and snap it into the  
mainboard standoff.  
While setting the baffle into place, route the cables beneath it  
appropriately.  
4
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Removing and installing storage  
devices  
The system supports 3.5-inch and 5.25-inch storage devices. The system  
comes pre-installed with one hot-plug SAS hard disk drive and an  
optical drive. An optional floppy drive, tape drive, or sixth hot-plug  
HDD can also be added to the server.  
Caution! To maintain proper system cooling, filler panels must be  
installed if a device is not replaced.  
Removing and installing a hard disk drive  
The server supports up to five hot-plug SAS drives (six with an optional  
sixth drive board). Use only Acer-qualified SAS HDDs. To purchase a SAS  
HDD, contact your local Acer representative.  
Caution! To ensure proper airflow and server cooling, all drive  
bays must contain either a carrier with a hard drive installed in it  
or a hard disk carrier cover.  
Determining drive status  
Each HDD carrier features a bi-color LED indicator to display the hard  
drive status. If you are replacing a failed HDD, determine which drive  
has failed by checking the drive status LED. For more information on  
how to determine the drive status, refer to “Front panel LED  
indicators” on page 10.  
To remove a HDD:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 35.  
2
If you are removing a failed HDD, determine which drive has failed  
by checking the drive status LED.  
3
Press the green HDD carrier latch to open the drive (A).  
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4
Pull out the lever and slide the carrier from the chassis (B).  
5
6
Place the HDD carrier on a clean, static-free work surface.  
If you are replacing a hard disk, remove the four screws that secure  
the hard disk to the HDD carrier, then remove the disk from the  
HDD carrier.  
Keep the screws for later HDD installation.  
To install a HDD:  
Note: To puchase a HDD carrier, contact your local Acer  
representative.  
1
2
3
Perform steps 1 to 4 listed on the “To remove a HDD” section on  
page 48.  
Remove the four screws that secure the air baffle to the HDD  
carrier (A).  
Remove the air baffle from the HDD carrier (B).  
4
5
Save the air baffle and screws for later use.  
Set any jumpers and/or switches on the drive according to the  
drive manufacturer’s instructions.  
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Install a hard disk on the HDD carrier, then secure it with the four  
screws (A) that came with the HDD carrier (B).  
7
8
With the lever still extended, slide the HDD carrier all the way into  
the drive bay (A). Do not push on the lever until it begins to close  
by itself.  
When the lever begins to close by itself, push on it to lock the drive  
assembly into place (B).  
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Removing and installing a slim-line optical drive  
Note: The slim-line optical drive is not hot-swappable. Before  
removing or replacing the drive, you must first power down the  
server, unplug the AC power cord from the system, and turn off all  
peripherals devices connected to the server.  
Caution! To maintain proper system cooling, a filler panel must  
be installed if a device is not installed in the bay.  
To remove a slim-line optical drive:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Press the blue release lever to unlock the optical drive tray (A) and  
remove the optical drive tray assembly from the server (B).  
Slide the optical drive tray out through the front of the server (C).  
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Remove the screw that secures the interposer board to the optical  
drive tray.  
5
Pull the interposer board to remove it, then store the board in a  
protective packaging.  
6
7
Press downward on the side of the tray (A) and disengage the  
drive from the two metal tabs on the opposite side of the tray (B).  
Lift the optical drive out of the tray (C).  
8
Store the optical drive tray for future use.  
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9
Install the filler panel into the drive bay.  
If installing a new optical drive, see succeeding section.  
To install a slim-line optical drive:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
3
4
5
If necessary, remove the old optical drive. See previous section.  
If a filler panel is installed, remove it from the drive bay.  
Remove the new drive from its protective packaging.  
Plug the interposer board into the matching connector on the rear  
of the optical device.  
Note: Make sure the interposer board fits the alignment pin on  
drive tray.  
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Install the new optical drive into the optical drive tray by aligning  
the two holes on the left edge of the optical device with the two  
metal tabs in the tray (A).  
7
Lower the right side of the device into the tray until it clicks into  
place (B).  
8
Secure the interposer board to the optical drive tray with the scew  
supplied with the optical drive kit.  
9
Slide the optical drive tray into the front opening in the server (A).  
Make sure the back end of the interposer board plugs into the  
matching connector on the backplane board (B).  
10 Verify that the blue release lever on the tray locks into place.  
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11 For installing an optional USB floppy drive, note the location of  
the USB connector (C) on the backplane board and refer “To  
install a FDD in a converted HDD bay” section on page 56 for  
installation instructions.  
12 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Installing and removing a FDD  
You can choose to install a FDD into either the slim-line optical drive  
bay or the top, left-hand HDD bay, directly beneath the slim-line drive  
bay.  
To install a FDD in the optical drive bay:  
Note: Refer to the FDD documentation for additional installation  
requirements.  
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
If necessary, remove the old FDD. See “To remove a FDD from the  
optical drive bay” section on page 59.  
3
4
5
If a filler panel is installed, remove it from the drive bay.  
Remove the new FDD from its protective packaging.  
Install the new FDD into the drive tray by aligning the two holes  
on the left edge of the FDD with the two metal tabs in the tray.  
6
Lower the right side of the FDD into the tray until it clicks into  
place.  
7
8
9
Slide the drive tray into the front opening in the server.  
Verify that the blue release lever on the tray locks into place.  
Plug the data cable into the USB connector on the backplane  
board.  
10 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To install a FDD in a converted HDD bay  
Caution! If you need to install a FDD into a converted HDD bay,  
you must install the FDD in the top, left-hand HDD bay, directly  
beneath the slim-line drive bay.  
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
If necessary, remove the hot-plug HDD carrier. See “To remove a  
HDD” section on page 48.  
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3
4
5
6
Remove the slim-line optical drive. See “To remove a slim-line  
optical drive” section on page 51.  
If a drive carrier cover is installed, remove the cover from the drive  
bay.  
Place the diskette drive conversion carrier on a clean, static-free  
work surface.  
Remove the four screws that secure the rails to the diskette drive  
conversion carrier kit.  
7
8
Slide the new FDD into the drive carrier, inserting the rear of the  
drive first, with the underside of the drive facing down.  
Align the holes in the sides of the FDD with the holes in the drive  
carrier (A).  
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Secure the FDD into the carrier with the two screws that came with  
your diskette drive conversion kit.  
10 Attach the slide rails to the sides of the carrier using the four  
screws that you removed earlier.  
11 Slide the carrier assembly into the upper-left HDD bay into the  
front opening in the server (A).  
12 Plug the data drive cable into the USB connector on the backplane  
board (B).  
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13 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To remove the FDD from the optical drive bay:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Disconnect the data cable from the USB connector on the  
backplane board.  
FDD tray assembly from the server.  
4
5
Slide the tray out through the front of the server.  
Press downward on the side of the tray and disengage the drive  
6
7
8
Lift the FDD out of the tray.  
Store the FDD tray for future use.  
Install the filler panel into the drive bay. If installing a new FDD,  
see “To install a FDD in the optical drive bay” section on page 56  
for installation instructions.  
To remove the FDD from a converted HDD bay:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Disconnect the data cable from the USB connector on the  
backplane board (A).  
3
4
Press the blue release latch on the rear of the drive carrier.  
Slide the drive carrier out through the front of the server (B).  
5
Remove the four screws securing the two rails to the carrier, then  
lift the rails from the carrier. .  
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Install an empty hot-plug HDD carrier or a filler panel into the  
HDD bay. If installing a new FDD, see “To install a FDD in a  
converted HDD bay” section on page 56 for instructions.  
Caution! The filler panel must be installed to maintain proper  
system cooling.  
Installing a tape drive  
To install a tape drive into the server, make sure you have the following  
items:  
Tape drive kit  
3.5-inch half-height tape drive  
To purchase a tape drive kit, contact your local Acer representative.  
Caution! Before installing a tape drive into the server, make sure  
the sixth hot-plug HDD or the sixth drive board is not installed on  
the backplane board.  
To install a tape drive  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Using a long screwdriver push the tape drive filler panel out from  
the inside of the chassis.  
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Remove the empty HDD carrier from the sixth drive bay. See “To  
remove a HDD” section on page 48.  
4
Attach the tape drive to the tape drive carrier (A), then secure the  
tape drive into the carrier with the four screws (B) that are  
included in the tape drive carrier kit.  
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Slide the tape drive assembly into the combined tape drive or sixth  
drive bay until the carrier clicks into place.  
6
7
Plug the data cable to the rear of the tape drive.  
Connect the other end of the data cable to the data cable  
connector on the rear of the backplane board.  
8
9
Plug the power cable to the rear of the device.  
Connect the other end of the power cable to the power cable  
connector on the rear of the backplane board.  
10 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
Installing a sixth HDD  
Caution! Before installing a sixth HDD into the server, make sure  
a tape drive is not installed or occupying the sixth drive bay.  
To install a sixth HDD:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Using a long screwdriver, push the tape drive filler panel out from  
the inside of the chassis.  
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Remove the empty HDD carrier from the sixth drive bay. See “ To  
3
remove a HDD” section on page 48.  
4
Slide the sixth HDD bracket into the backplane board.  
5
6
Align the option sixth HDD board with the matching holes in the  
backplane board.  
Carefully move the board down to seat the board in the  
backplane, then secure it with two screws supplied with the sixth  
HDD bracket kit.  
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Note: Make sure the board seats securely into the plastic retainer  
at the bottom of the opening in the backplane board.  
7
8
Install a hot-plug HDD into the sixth HDD bay. See “To install a  
HDD” section on page 49 for installation instructions.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Removing and installing a PCI card  
Note: The PCI riser assembly includes an intrusion switch that  
engages the system cover. The intrusion switch is provided to  
allow server management software to monitor removal of the top  
cover from the server.  
Caution! The PCI riser assembly must be installed to maintain  
proper airflow inside the server.  
PCI riser boards are installed in a removable PCI riser assembly. This  
section explains how to access the PCI riser assembly and remove and  
install PCI cards.  
To remove the PCI riser assembly:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Remove the CPU air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To  
remove the CPU air duct” section on page 42.  
3
4
Diconnect any cables attached to an installed PCI card.  
Grasp both riser latches with thumb and forefinger, then pull up to  
release the riser assembly (A).  
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Lift the riser assembly from the chassis (B).  
6
7
8
Place the riser assembly on a clean, static-free work surface.  
Add or remove PCI cards.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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To install the PCI riser assembly:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Lower the PCI riser assembly (A), aligning the three hooks on the  
back edge of the riser assembly with the matching slots on the rear  
of the chassis (B).  
3
Press down on the assembly until the three hooks on the rear of  
the riser assembly engage the chassis back panel slots.  
4
5
Connect the cables to the installed PCI card.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
Removing and installing the PCI riser board  
The PCI riser assembly has two PCI riser boards that supports five PCI  
cards.  
Low profile riser board- two PCI Express x8 slots (with x4  
throughput)  
Full height riser board- two PCI Express x8 slots (with x4  
throughput) and one PCI-X 133 MHz slot  
PCI riser boards can be replaced if it fails or if you require a different  
option.  
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To remove a PCI riser board  
1
2
3
4
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the CPU air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To  
remove the CPU air duct” section on page 42.  
Remove the PCI riser assembly from the server. See “To remove the  
PCI riser assembly” section on page 65.  
Remove any installed PCI cards from the riser board. See “To  
remove a PCI card” section on page 69.  
5
6
Press the blue release lever at the end of the PCI riser board (A).  
While holding the lever in, press firmly on the other end of the  
board to disengage the board from the assembly (B)  
7
Remove the riser board from the PCI riser assembly (C).  
8
9
Store the riser board in an antistatic protective wrapper.  
Repeat steps 4 through 7 to remove the other riser board.  
10 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To install a PCI riser board:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Remove the CPU air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To  
remove the CPU air duct” section on page 42.  
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3
4
5
Remove the PCI riser assembly from the server. See “To remove the  
PCI riser assembly” section on page 65.  
While holding the blue release lever in (A), align the holes in the  
PCI riser board with the retention pins on the riser assembly.  
Slide the riser board toward the left (B), then release the blue  
lever to lock the board in place.  
6
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
Removing and installing a PCI card  
To remove a PCI card:  
1
2
3
4
5
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the CPU air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To  
remove the CPU air duct” section on page 42.  
Remove the PCI riser assembly from the server. See “To remove the  
PCI riser assembly” section on page 65.  
Open the rear retention clip by pushing the blue slide upward (A)  
and rotating clip to the fully open position.  
When removing a full height PCI riser board, open the full length  
PCI card retention clip on the front of the riser assembly by  
rotating it 90 degrees outward (B).  
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Note: The install sequence for low profile PCI cards on the  
opposite side of the riser assembly is the same.  
6
Pull up the card to remove it (C), then store the card in an  
antistatic protective wrapper.  
7
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To install a PCI card  
Note: When installing PCI-X cards into the full height riser board,  
the cards must be installed starting with the top slot first,  
followed by the middle and then the bottom. Any card populated  
in the bottom PCI slot will cause the bus to operate at 66 MHz.  
1
2
3
4
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the CPU air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To  
remove the CPU air duct” section on page 42.  
Remove the PCI riser assembly from the server. See “To remove the  
PCI riser assembly” section on page 65.  
Open the rear retention clip by pushing the blue slide upward (A)  
and rotating clip to the fully open position.  
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When removing a full height PCI riser board, open the full length  
5
PCI card retention clip on the front of the riser assembly by  
rotating it 90 degrees outward (B).  
6
7
Remove the filler panel (C), if installed.  
Insert the PCI card into the selected slot (D). Make sure the card is  
properly seated.  
8
9
Close both retention clips.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Replacing a system fan  
The system fans on the server can be individually replaced or hot-  
swapped in the event of failure. To provide adequate cooling in the  
chassis, at least 3 fans must be installed to the server. Each fan is  
equipped with an LED to indicate a fan failure condition. If the system  
fan LED is on, the fan assembly needs to be replaced. The system fan  
LED remains off during normal operation.  
The system ships out with only three system fans installed. The server  
allows for installation of 3 more additional system fans in the event of  
a fan failure.  
System fans must be installed in the following order:  
First - Fan 2, fan 4, and fan 5  
Second - Fan 1, fan 3, and fan 6  
Warning! To ensure proper system cooling, the replacement  
of a failed system fan should be completed within one  
minute.  
To replace the system fan  
Caution! Hot-swap operations should be performed only if a  
failure occurs in the system fan assembly.  
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 35.  
Identify the defective fan. If a fan has failed the system fan LED  
will be lit.  
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Grasp the defective fan and lift it up the fan bay.  
4
Install the new fan by sliding the new fan into an empty fan  
socket.  
5
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Upgrading the CPU  
The server supports two dual-core Intel Xeon processors 5000 sequence  
with 2 x 2 MB L2 cache and 1066 MHz or 1333 MHz FSB.  
CPU upgrading guidelines  
When installing CPUs the following must be observed:  
Use only Acer-qualified CPUs.  
Each CPU socket include a CPU and heat sink combination.  
When two CPUs are installed, both should have identical revision,  
core voltage, and speed values.  
When only one CPU is installed, it must be installed in CPU 1  
socket.  
To remove a CPU:  
If you are replacing a CPU on the system, the heat sink must first be  
removed.  
sure to create a backup file of all important data.  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Warning! The heat sink becomes very hot when the system  
is on. NEVER touch the heat sink with any metal or with  
your hands.  
2
3
Remove the CPU air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To  
remove the CPU air duct” section on page 42.  
Locate the CPU you want to remove.  
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Loosen the four screws on the heat sink.  
5
6
Lift the heat sink to remove it.  
Place the heat sink upside down on a flat surface.  
Note: Wipe off the thermal grease from both the heat sink and  
processor using an alcohol pad.  
7
Pull the CPU socket retainer lever handle down and away from the  
socket to release it.  
8
9
Lift the load plate.  
Pull out the CPU from the socket, then store it in an anti-static bag.  
To install a CPU:  
1
Perform steps 1 to 3 of the “To remove a CPU:” section.  
2
If a heat sink is installed, remove it.  
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Push the socket retainer lever handle down and away from the  
socket to release it, then pull the lever to a fully open, upright  
position.  
4
Lift the load plate (A) and remove the protective socket cover (B).  
5
6
Remove the CPU from its protective packaging.  
Position the CPU over the socket (A), making sure the CPU cutouts  
match the socket notches, then insert the CPU into the socket (B).  
7
Close the load plate (A), then press the retainer lever down to lock  
the load plate in place (B, C).  
8
9
If the heat sink does not have thermal grease on the bottom, apply  
thermal grease to the heat sink base.  
Set the heat sink on the processor, aligning the four screws in the  
heat sink with the screw sockets in the chassis.  
10 Tighten the screws approximately one full turn at a time until each  
is evenly tightened. Do not fully tighten one screw at a time.  
11 Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Upgrading the system memory  
supports 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2GB DDR2-533/667 FBDIMM. The maximum  
memory capacity is 16 GB.  
Memory module installation guidelines  
The following rules apply when installing memory modules to the  
server:  
The system must have a minimum of one 512 MB FBDIMMs  
installed. When installing additional memory, refer to the tables  
on “DDR2 module population order” on page 78 for proper  
population order.  
Use only DDR2 FBDIMMs. Other DIMMs will not fit into the socket.  
Attempts to force a non-DDR2 FBDIMM into a socket will damage  
or the slot or the FBDIMM.  
Hold FBDIMMs only by the edges. Do not touch the components or  
gold edge connectors.  
Install FBDIMMs with gold-plated edge connectors only.  
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DDR2 module population order  
Branch 0  
Branch 1  
Channel A  
Channel B  
Channel C  
DIMM C1  
Channel D  
DIMM A1  
DIMM A2  
DIMM B1  
DIMM B2  
DIMM C2  
512 MB  
1 GB  
DIMM D1 DIMM D2  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
1 GB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
512 MB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
1 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
2 GB  
To install DIMMs  
Caution! Use extreme care when installing a DIMM. Applying too  
much pressure can damage the connector. DIMMs are keyed and  
can be inserted in only one way.  
Note: The number labels next to the DIMM slots correspond to  
proper installation sequence.  
1
2
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the CPU air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To  
remove the CPU air duct” section on page 42.  
3
4
5
Locate the DIMM slots on the mainboard.  
Open the clips on the DIMM slot(s) (A).  
Align (B) then insert the DIMM into the socket (C).  
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Press the holding clips inward to lock the DIMM in place (D).  
Note: The DIMM slot is slotted to ensure proper installation. If  
you insert a DIMM but it does not fit easily into the socket, you  
may have inserted it incorrectly. Reverse the orientation of the  
DIMM and insert it again.  
7
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To remove DIMMs  
Before you can install a new DIMM in a socket, first remove any  
previously installed DIMM from that socket.  
Important: Before removing any DIMM from the mainboard,  
make sure to create a backup file of all important data.  
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Caution! Use extreme care when removing DIMMs. Too much  
pressure can damage the connector. Apply only enough pressure  
on the plastic levers to release the DIMM.  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Press the holding clips on both sides of the DIMM slot outward to  
release the DIMM (A).  
Gently pull the DIMM upward to remove it from the DIMM slot  
(B).  
4
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To reconfigure the system memory:  
The system automatically detects the amount of memory installed. Run  
the BIOS setup to view the new value for total system memory and  
make a note of it.  
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Installing and removing a power  
supply  
The server has two hot-swap power supply module bays on the rear  
panel that accept hot-swap redundant power supply modules. The  
system ships out with only a single power supply module installed. You  
have the option to purchase an extra power supply module to provide  
the system with a redundant power source. A redundant power  
configuration enables a fully-configured system to continue running  
even if one power supply module fails.  
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to  
the equipment, the installation of power supply modules  
should be referred to individuals who are qualified to service  
server systems and are trained to deal with equipment capable  
of generating hazardous energy levels.  
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot  
surfaces, observe the thermal labels on each power supply  
module. You can also consider wearing protective gloves.  
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury from electric  
shock hazards, do not open the power supply modules. There  
are no serviceable parts inside the module.  
Caution! Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic  
components. Make sure that you are properly grounded before  
handling a power supply module.  
Caution! Due to chassis airflow disruption, a power supply bay  
should never be vacant for more than two minutes when the  
server is powered on. Exceeding five minutes might cause the  
system to exceed the maximum acceptable temperature and  
possibly damage the system components.  
Caution! The power supply is only hot-swappable if you have a  
redundant system with two power supplies installed. If you  
only have one power supply installed, before removing or  
replacing the power supply, you must first take the server out  
of service, turn off all peripheral devices connected to the  
system, turn off the system by pressing the power button, and  
unplug the AC power cord from the system or wall outlet.  
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To install a power supply module  
1
If a filler panel is installed, press the release lever (A) and use the  
finger hole to remove the filler panel out of the bay (B).  
2
Insert the power supply module into the power supply bay until it  
locks into place.  
3
4
Plug the power cord into the DC receptacle on the power supply.  
Verify that the LED on the power supply are functioning. Refer to  
the “Rear panel LED indicators” on page 14 for more information.  
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To remove a power supply module  
Caution! Power supply hot-swap operations should be performed  
only if a failure occurs in the power supply.  
1
If there are more than one power supply modules installed,  
determine which power supply module has failed. Refer to the  
“Rear panel LED indicators” on page 14 for more information.  
2
3
Remove the AC power cord from the power supply being replaced.  
Press the power supply latch to release the power supply module  
from the chassis (A).  
4
Pull the power supply module out of the server (B).  
5
Install a new power supply module or install a filler panel to the  
empty bay.  
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Removing and installing an ARMC/3  
module  
The optional ARMC/3 module provides server management firmware  
and functionality to the system.  
To remove an ARMC/3 module:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the CPU air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To  
remove the CPU air duct” section on page 42.  
Remove the NIC module.  
a
b
Pull up the module to remove it from the connector.  
Remove the three standoffs from the mainboard, then keep  
the standoffs for later NIC module installation.  
4
Hold the module both by the finger grip loop and by the opposite  
corner (A).  
Caution: Do not bend or twist the module.  
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Pull up the module to remove it from the connector (B).  
6
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To install an ARMC/3 module:  
Note: Prior to installing the ARMC/3 module module, you must  
remove the server management port cover module cover on the  
rear of the server.  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the CPU air duct. Perform the instructions described in “To  
remove the CPU air duct” section on page 42.  
Insert the standoff into the hole in the ARMC/3 module. The  
standoff installs on the bottom side of the module (A).  
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Attach the module to the ARMC/3 module connector on the  
mainboard and snap the standoff into the matching hole on the  
mainboard (B).  
5
Install the NIC module.  
a
b
Install the three standoffs to the mainboard.  
Attach the module to the NIC module connector on the  
mainboard and matching standoff holes.  
6
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Removing and installing the SAS  
mid-plane board  
To remove the SAS mid-plane board:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the air baffles. See “To remove the small air baffle”  
section on page 45.  
Make sure all hot-plug HDD carriers are removed from the drive  
bay. For instructions, see “To remove a HDD” section on page 48.  
4
5
Disconnect all cables attached to the SAS mid-plane board.  
Hold the SAS mid-plane board by its edges, then slide it back to  
release it from the backplane board (A).  
6
Lift the mid-plane board over the retention clips (B) and out of the  
chassis (C).  
7
8
Store the mid-plane board in an antistatic protective wrapper.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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To install the SAS mid-plane board  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
Remove the air baffles. See “To remove the small air baffle”  
section on page 48.  
3
4
Position the mid-plane board over the retention clips (A).  
Slide it forward (B) and insert the mid-plane into the backplane  
connector (C).  
5
Connect the cables to the mid-plane board.  
6
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Removing and installing the SAS/SATA  
backplane board  
To remove the SAS/SATA backplane board:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the air baffles. See “To remove the small air baffle”  
section on page 45.  
Make sure all hot-plug HDD carriers are removed from the drive  
bay. For instructions, see “To remove a HDD” section on page 48.  
4
5
Disconnect all cables attached to the backplane board.  
Remove the SAS mid-plane board. See previous section.  
Note: To prevent damage to your system, make sure to remove  
the mid-plane board first before attempting to remove the  
backplane board.  
6
Hold the backplane board by its edges, then lift it from the chassis.  
7
8
Store the backplane board in an antistatic protective wrapper.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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To install the SAS/SATA backplane board:  
1
2
3
4
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the air baffles. See “To remove the small air baffle”  
section on page 45.  
Make sure all hot-plug HDD carriers are removed from the drive  
bay. For instructions, see “To remove a HDD” section on page 48.  
Hold the backplane board only by the edges. Do not push or pull  
on any components on the backplane. Set the backplane in place  
at the front of the server system, with the sides of the board  
resting in the guides at the left and right sides of the server unit.  
5
Slide the backplane board into the server system guides at the left  
and right sides of the server system until the pins at the left and  
right sides of the backplane bracket are fully inserted into the  
matching holes in the server system.  
6
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Configuring the integrated SAS  
hardware RAID components  
The system supports hardware RAID through the SAS mid-plane and  
backplane board. The server platform supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, and 50  
levels. Functionality for hardware RAID is enabled by using the  
following components:  
RAID activation key  
RAID cache  
There is also an option to install the RAID BBU. If power to the storage  
I/O processor drops below specifications, the RAID BBU maintains the  
contents of the DIMM by keeping the DIMM in self-refresh mode until  
to drives, maintaining the integrity of the disk array.  
Removing and installing the RAID activation key  
To remove the RAID activation key:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the air baffles. See “To remove the small air baffle”  
section on page 45.  
Insert the tip of a small flat-bladed screwdriver under the plastic  
tab on the retainer holding the activation key to the SAS mid-  
plane board.  
4
Gently push down to detach the activation key.  
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5
6
Store the activation key in an anti-static bag.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To install the RAID activation key:  
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
2
3
Remove the RAID activation key from its protective packaging.  
Align then insert the activation key into the RAID activation key  
connector on the SAS mid-plane board.  
4
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
Removing and installing the RAID cache  
To remove the RAID cache:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the air baffles. See “To remove the small air baffle”  
section on page 45.  
Press the holding clips on both sides of the slot outward to release  
the RAID cache (A).  
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Gently pull the RAID cache upward to remove it from the slot (B).  
4
5
6
7
Close the clips.  
Replace the air baffles and CPU air duct.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To install the RAID cache:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the air baffles. See “To remove the small air baffle”  
section on page 45.  
Locate the RAID cache memory (DDR-2) slot on the SAS mid-plane  
board.  
4
5
6
Open the clips on the slot.  
Align then insert the RAID cache into the slot (A).  
Press the holding clips inward to lock the RAID cache in place (B).  
Note: Both the RAID activation key and the RAID cache is required  
to activate the hardware RAID. For instructions on installing the  
RAID activation key, see page 92.  
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Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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Removing and installing the RAID BBU  
To remove the RAID BBU:  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the air baffles. See “Removing and installing the air  
baffles” section on page 42.  
Disconnect the battery cable from the SAS mid-plane board (A)  
and detach it from the chassis (B).  
4
5
Remove the battery holder from the chassis.  
Open the battery holder (A), then detach the cable inside the  
battery pack (B).  
6
7
Remove the RAID BBU from the chassis.  
Replace the air baffles and CPU air duct.  
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Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
To install the RAID BBU  
1
2
3
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions  
described on page 35.  
Remove the air baffles. See “To remove the small air baffle”  
section on page 45.  
Open the battery holder (A), then connect the cable inside the  
battery pack (B).  
4
5
Secure the battery cable to its chassis holder (A).  
Attach the cable to the RAID BBU connector on the SAS mid-plane  
board (B).  
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Engage the hooks on the back of the battery into the matching  
chassis tabs, then slide it toward the power supply to lock into  
place.  
7
Connect the power cable between the BBU and the mid-plane  
board.  
8
9
Replace the air baffles and CPU air duct.  
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 36.  
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This chapter gives information about the system  
BIOS and discusses how to configure the system  
by changing the settings of the BIOS parameters.  
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BIOS setup  
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.  
The BIOS setup utility stores basic settings for your server. You will need  
to run this utility under the following conditions:  
When changing the system configuration  
When a configuration error is detected by the system and you are  
prompted ("Run Setup" message) to make changes to the BIOS  
setup  
Note: If you repeatedly receive Run Setup messages, the battery  
may be bad. In this case, the system cannot retain configuration  
values in CMOS. Ask a qualified technician for assistance.  
When redefining the communication ports to prevent any conflicts  
When changing the password or making other changes to the  
security settings  
BIOS setup loads the configuration values in a battery-backed  
nonvolatile memory called CMOS RAM. This memory area is not part of  
the system RAM which allows configuration data to be retained when  
power is turned off.  
Before you run BIOS setup, make sure that you have saved all open  
files. The system reboots immediately after you close the setup.  
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Entering BIOS setup  
Power on the server to start the system POST process. During bootup,  
press F2 to enter the BIOS setup screen.  
Note: You must press F2 while the system is booting. This key  
does not work during any other time.  
There are several tabs on the setup screen corresponding to the eight  
primary BIOS menus.  
Main  
Advanced  
Security  
Server Management  
Boot Options  
Boot Manager  
Error Manager  
Exit  
The parameters on the screens shown in this User’s Guide display  
default system values. These values may not be the same as those in  
the system.  
Note the following reminders when moving around the setup screen.  
Use the Left and Right arrow keys to move to the next page or to  
return to the previous screen.  
Use the Up and Down arrow keys to select an item.  
Use the + and - keys to select an option.  
Note: You can configure a parameter that is enclosed in square  
brackets. Grayed-out items have fixed settings and are not  
user-configurable.  
Use the Enter key to display a submenu screen.  
Note: When a parameter is preceeded by a [>], it means that a  
submenu screen is available.  
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Press F1 for General Help on using the BIOS setup.  
Press F9 to load the default configuration.  
Press F10 to save changes and close the BIOS setup.  
Press Esc to close the BIOS setup.  
In the descriptive table following each of the screen illustrations,  
settings in boldface are the default and suggested parameter settings.  
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Using the BIOS menus  
Main  
The Main menu displays basic and important information about the  
system. These information are necessary for troubleshooting and may  
be required when asking for technical support. These entries are for  
your reference only and are not user-configurable.  
The System Date and System Time parameters lets you define the  
sytem’s time and date settings. The real-time clock keeps the system  
date and time. After setting the date and time, you do not need to  
enter them every time you turn on the system. As long as the internal  
battery remains good and connected, the clock continues to keep the  
date and time accurately even when the power is off.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
BIOS Version  
Version of the BIOS.  
Date BIOS was created.  
BIOS Build  
Date  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Processor  
Specification of the processor currently  
installed in the server.  
Total Memory  
Quiet Boot  
Indicates the size of the system memory.  
When Enabled, the BIOS splash screen is  
displayed during startup.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
When Disabled, the diagnostic messages  
are displayed during startup.  
POST Error  
Pause  
If Enabled, the system will pause if an error  
is found during POST.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
System Date  
Sets the date following the month-day-year  
format. Valid values for weekday, month,  
day, and year are:  
Month: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul,  
Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec  
Day: 1 to 31  
Year: 1998 to 2099  
System Time  
Sets the time following the hour-minute-  
second format. Valid values for hour,  
minute, and second are:  
Hour: 00 to 23  
Minute: 00 to 59  
Second: 00 to 59  
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Advanced  
The Advanced menu contains parameter values that define how the  
system behaves on startup.  
Warning! Be cautious in setting parameter values in the  
Advanced menu as any incorrect value may cause the  
system to malfunction.  
Press Enter to enter the submenu screen of the parameters shown in  
the screen below.  
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Processor  
The Processor submenu displays CPU settings such as type, actual  
speed, cache size and other CPU related settings.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Core Frequency  
Indicates the processor clock speed.  
System Bus  
Frequency  
Indicates the processor front side bus  
speed.  
Hyper  
Threading  
Technology  
Enables or disables the Hyper-Threading  
Technology function of the processor.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Enhanced Intel  
SpeedStep  
Technology  
When set to Auto, this feature allows  
the OS to reduce power consumption.  
Auto  
Disabled  
When set to Disabled, the system  
operates at maximum CPU speed.  
Dual Core  
Enables or disables the secondary  
processor core.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Virtualization  
Technology  
Enables or disables the system to run  
multiple operating systems and  
applications in different partition.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
ExecuteDisable  
Bit  
When Enabled, the processor disables  
code execution when a worm attempts  
to insert a code in the buffer preventing  
damage and worm propagation.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
When Disabled, the processor forces the  
Execute Disable Bit feature flag to  
always return to 0.  
Note: This parameter is hidden if the  
processor does not support this function.  
Hardware  
Prefetcher  
Enables or disables the speculative  
prefetch unit within the processor(s).  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Note: Changing this feature may affect  
system performance.  
Adjacent Cache  
Line Prefetch  
When Enabled, cache lines are fetched  
in pairs (even line + odd line)  
Enabled  
Disabled  
When Disabled, only current cache line  
required is fetched.  
Note: Changing this feature may affect  
system performance.  
Processor  
Re-Test  
When Enabled, all processors will be  
activated and retested on the next boot.  
This option will be automatically reset to  
disable on the next boot.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Processor #  
Information  
Press Enter to access the Processor #  
Information submenu.  
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Processor # Information  
The screen below appears when you select the Processor #1 or 2  
Information menu.  
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Memory  
The Memory submenu displays the total amount of memory installed,  
the number of memory modules installed, and the current memory  
configuration.  
Parameter  
Description  
Total Memory  
Indicates the total amount of onboard memory. The  
memory size is automatically detected by BIOS during  
the POST. If you install additional mamory, the system  
automatically adjusts this parameter to display the new  
memory size.  
Effective  
Memory  
Indicates the total effective memory installed in the  
server.  
Current  
Displays the current memory configuration.  
Configuration  
Configure  
Press Enter to access the Configure Memory RAS and  
Memory RAS and  
Performance  
Performance submenu.  
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Parameter  
Description  
DIMM  
Indicates the DIMM and DIMM slot status.  
information  
Configure Memory RAS and Performance  
The screen below appears when you select the Configure Memory RAS  
and Performance menu. This submenu allows you to view memory  
configuration details and configure the memory modules in the server.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
DIMM Data  
Transfer Rate  
When set to Auto, the data transfer  
rate for all DIMMs will be set to 533 (for  
1066 MHz FSB CPU frequency) or 667  
MHz (for 1333 MHz FSB CPU  
frequency).  
Auto  
533  
667  
When set to 533, the data transfer rate  
for all DIMMs will be forced to 533 MHz  
regardless of FSB frequency.  
When set to 667, the data transfer rate  
for all DIMMs will be forced to 667 MHz  
regardless of FSB frequency.  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Thermal  
Throttling  
Enables or disables thermal throttling.  
When disabled, the chipset and BIOS  
will not perform any electrical  
Enabled  
Disabled  
throttling on overheated DIMMs.  
AMB Thermal  
Sensor  
Controls the operation of the thermal  
sensors on the advanced memory  
buffers. When disabled, thermal  
throttling option will also be disabled.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
ATA Controller  
The ATA Controller submenu lets you define the parameter settings  
related to the hard disk(s).  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Onboard PATA  
Controller  
Enables or disables the integrated  
parallel ATA controller.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Onboard SATA  
Controller  
Enables or disables the integrated Serial  
ATA controller.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
SATA Mode  
When set to Enhanced, it will enable all  
SATA connectors as individual  
connectors.  
Enhanced  
Legacy  
When set to Legacy, it will enable  
primary and secondary channels on SATA  
connectors.  
AHCI Mode  
Enables or disables access to all six SATA  
connectors via the AHCI (Advanced Host  
Controller Interface) Option ROM. AHCI  
is an interface specification that allows  
the storage driver to enable advanced  
SATA features such as Native Command  
Queuing and hot plug.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Note: Requires an AHCI aware OS.  
ConfigureSATA  
as RAID  
Enables or disables the software RAID  
technology Option ROM within the  
ESB2-E controller.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Primary IDE  
Master  
Indicates the controller that is set as  
primary master.  
Primary IDE  
Slave  
Indicates the controller that is set as  
primary slave.  
SATA Port  
0, 1, 2, 3  
Indicates the SATA HDD connected to  
the SATA connector.  
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Mass Storage  
The Mass Storage submenu displays the status of the mass storage  
controller.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
SAS Controller  
Enables or disables the SAS controller.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
SAS Option  
ROM  
If enabled, initializes the the embedded  
SAS device Option ROM.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Configure SAS  
as SW RAID  
Enables or disables the Embedded Server  
RAID Technology on the SAS connectors.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
ROMB setup  
Indicates if integrated RAID is enabled  
or not.  
RAID  
Activation Key  
Indicates if the RAID activation key is  
installed or not.  
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Serial Port  
The Serial Port submenu lets you define the parameter settings for the  
system’s serial port.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Serial A Enable  
Enables or disables the onboard serial A  
port.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Address  
IRQ  
Set the base I/O address for the serial B  
port.  
2F8  
3E8  
2E8  
3F8  
Set the interrupt request line for the  
serial B port.  
3
4
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USB Confguration  
The USB Configuration submenu allows you specify settings for USB  
devices.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
USB Controller  
Enables or disables the USB controller.  
Enabled  
If disabled, all the USB controllers will be  
turned off and inaccessible to the OS.  
Disabled  
Legacy USB  
Support  
Enables or disables the support for  
legacy USB devices.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Port 60/64  
Emulation  
Enables or disables the I/O port 60/64h  
emulation support.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
This parameter is enabled for complete  
USB keyboard legacy support for non-  
USB aware OS.  
Device Reset  
Timeout  
Select the number of seconds POST waits  
for the USB mass storage device after  
the start unit command.  
20 Sec  
10 Sec  
30 Sec  
40 Sec  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Storage  
Emulation  
When set to Auto, USB mass storage  
devices with less than 530 MB will be  
emulated as a floppy and the remaining  
as hard drives.  
Auto  
Floppy  
Forced FDD  
CD-ROM  
Hard Disk  
The Forced FDD option can be used to  
force a formatted HDD to boot as a FDD.  
USB 2.0  
Controller  
Mode  
Sets the transfer rate at Hi Speed  
(480 Mbps) or Full Speed (12 Mbps).  
High Speed  
Low Speed  
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PCI  
The PCI submenu lets you specify settings that are related to the  
onboard controllers. enable or disable the ROM scan of a device  
installed in the selected PCI slot. It also enables or disables posting of a  
16-bit legacy ROM from the plug-in fiber channel card.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
PCI Memory  
Mapped IO  
Space  
This selects the amount of memory that is  
reserved for PCI address space below 4GB  
for PCI devices.  
2.5 GB  
3.0 GB  
3.5 GB  
Onboard Video  
Enables or disables the onboard VGA  
controller.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Dual Monitor  
Video  
Select a graphic controller as a primary  
boot device.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Note: This parameter will be disabled  
when the Onboard Video is set to  
Disabled.  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Onboard NIC  
ROM  
Enables or disables both channels of the  
embedded LAN.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Note: If disabled, NIC1 and NIC2 cannot  
be used to boot the system.  
NIC 1 or 2 MAC  
Address  
Indicates the media access control of the  
system’s LAN controller.  
I/O  
Enables or disables the onboard LAN’s  
I/O Acceleration Technology.  
Enabled  
Acceleration  
Technology  
Disabled  
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System Acoustic and Performance Configuration  
The System Acoustic and Performance Configuration submenu lets you  
set the system fan performance option.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Set Fan  
Profile  
Select the Fan Control Profile that will  
be used to cool the system.  
Performance  
Altitude  
When set to less than 300 m  
(<= 980 ft), it will provide the best  
performance option for servers  
operating at or near sea level.  
301 m - 900 m  
Less than 300 m  
Higher than 900 m  
When set to 301m - 900m (980 ft -  
2950 ft), it will provide the best  
performance option for servers  
operating at moderate altitudes  
above sea level.  
When set to higher than 900m (>2950  
ft), it will provide the best  
performance option for servers  
operating at high elevations above  
sea level.  
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Security  
The Security menu allows you to safeguard and protect the system  
from unauthorized use by setting up access passwords.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Administrator  
Password  
Prevents unauthorized access to the  
BIOS setup utility.  
Not Installed  
Installed  
User Password  
Secures the system against unauthorized  
use. Once you set this password, you  
have to type it whenever you boot the  
system. User password is available only  
when an Administrator password is set.  
Not Installed  
Installed  
Administrator  
Password  
Press Enter to change the Administrator  
password.  
User  
Press Enter to change the User  
Password  
password.  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Front Panel  
Lockout  
When Enabled, the front panel power  
and reset buttons will be locked. The  
power and reset operation must be  
controlled via system management  
interface.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
To set a Administrator/User password  
1
2
3
Use the up/down keys to highlight a password parameter (Set  
Administrator Password or Set User Password) then press Enter.  
A password box will appear.  
Type a password then press Enter.  
The password may consist of up to seven alphanumeric characters  
(A-Z, a-z, 0-9).  
Retype the password to verify the first entry then press Enter  
again.  
After setting the password, the system automatically sets the  
chosen password parameter to Installed.  
To change the Administrator/User password  
1
Use the up/down keys to highlight either change password  
parameters (Change Administrator Password or Change User  
Password) then press Enter.  
2
3
4
Type the original password then press Enter.  
Type a new password then press Enter.  
Retype the password to verify the first entry then press Enter  
again.  
To remove the User password  
1
Use the up/down keys to highlight the Clear User Password  
parameter then press Enter.  
2
3
Enter the current password then press Enter.  
Press Enter twice without entering anything in the new and  
confirm password fields.  
After doing this, the system automatically sets the User password  
parameter to Not Installed.  
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Server Management  
The Server Management submenu lets you specify the appropriate  
settings for the system’s event handling function.  
The system event log enables you to record and monitor events that  
occur in the system (eg., system temperature changes, fan stops, over-  
temperature, over-voltage, fan failures, etc.).  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Assert NMI on  
SERR  
Enables or disables the PCI bus SERR  
(system error) support.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Assert NMI on  
PERR  
Enables or disables the PCI bus PERR  
(parity error) support.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
Note: This parameter is disabled when  
the NMI on SERR is disabled.  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Resume on  
AC Power  
Loss  
Defines the mode of operation if a  
power loss occurs.  
Stay Off  
Last State  
Reset  
When set to Stay Off, the system  
remains off after power shutdown.  
When set to Last State, the system  
returns to the state it was prior to the  
AC power loss.  
When set to Reset, the system will turn  
on after power is restored.  
Clear System  
Event Log  
Deletes all events in the System Event  
Log.  
FRB-2 Enable  
When Enabled, the BMC (Baseboard  
Management Controller) will reset the  
system if BIOS does not complete the  
POST before the FRB-2 (Fault Resilient  
Booting) timer expires.  
Enabled  
Disabled  
O/S Boot  
Watchdog  
Timer  
Enables or disables the BIOS timer. It  
helps to determine if the OS has  
loaded successfully or followed the OS  
boot watchdog timer policy.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
The BIOS timer can only be shut off  
using the management software after  
the OS loads.  
Console  
Press Enter to access the Console  
Redirection  
Redirection submenu.  
System  
Press Enter to access the System  
Information  
Information submenu.  
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Console Redirection  
The Console Redirection submenu lets you enable or disable the  
console redirection parameters for server management tasks over the  
serial port.  
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System Information  
The System Information submenu displays basic information about the  
server unit.  
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Boot Options  
The Boot Options menu allows you to set the BEV device priority  
during system bootup. It also displays information about the installed  
storage devices.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
BEV Device #  
Sets the boot order of the Bootstrap  
Entry Vector Devices. BEV devices are  
devices which have a bootable Option  
ROM such as a network card or onboard  
network controller.  
Press Enter to access the BEV Device #  
submenu.  
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BEV Device #  
The BEV Device # submenu lets you specify the preferred settings for  
system bootup.  
Parameter  
Description  
Option  
Boot Timeout  
Sets the automatic boot time-out value.  
10  
Note: A value ot 65535 will disable the  
1
timeout completely.  
Boot Option 1  
Boot Option 2  
Sets the device from which the system  
will first attempt to boot up.  
Sets the device from which the system  
will attempt to boot up when the first  
attempt failed.  
Boot Option 3,  
4, or 5  
Sets the device from which the system  
will attempt to boot up when the first,  
second, third, and fourth attempts  
failed.  
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Parameter  
Description  
Option  
CD-ROM Order  
Specifies the boot device priority  
sequence for available CD drives.  
Floppy Order  
Specifies the boot device priority  
sequence for available FDD.  
BEV Device  
Order  
Specifies the boot device priority  
sequence for available BEV devices.  
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Boot Manager  
The Boot Manager menu lets you set the device priority during system  
bootup. The server will attempt to boot from the first device on the  
list. If the first device is not available, it will continue down the list until  
it reaches an available device. Select a boot option, then press Enter.  
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Error Manager  
The Error Manager menu lets you view the system POST errors  
detected by the system.  
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Exit  
The Exit menu displays the various options to quit from the BIOS setup.  
Highlight any of the exit options then press Enter.  
Parameter  
Description  
Save Changes and Exit  
Saves changes made and close the BIOS setup.  
Discard Changes and Exit Discards changes made and close the BIOS setup.  
Save Changes  
Saves changes made in the BIOS setup.  
Discard Changes  
Restore Defaults  
Discards all changes made in the BIOS setup.  
Loads the default settings for all BIOS setup  
parameters. Setup defaults are quite demanding  
in terms of resources consumption. If you are  
using low-speed memory chips or other kinds of  
low-performance components and you choose to  
load these settings, the system might not  
function properly.  
Save as User Default  
Values  
Saves current values to be restored later.  
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Parameter  
Description  
Restore User Default  
Values  
Restores previously saved user default values.  
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Upgrading the BIOS  
The upgrade utility allows you to upgrade the BIOS in the flash  
memory. To prepare to upgrade the BIOS, you need to record the  
current BIOS settings and download the BIOS image file to a temporary  
folder on your hard drive or a USB flash memory device.  
To record the current BIOS settings:  
1
Run BIOS setup. See “Entering BIOS setup” on page 100.  
2
Write down the current settings in the BIOS setup utility.  
To download the BIOS image file:  
Download the image file to a temporary folder on your hard drive or a  
USB flash memory device.  
Note: Review the instructions and release notes that are provided  
in the Readme file distributed with the BIOS image file before  
attempting a BIOS upgrade. The release notes contain critical  
information regarding jumper settings, specific fixes, or other  
information to complete the upgrade.  
To upgrade the BIOS:  
Follow the instructions in the Readme file that came with the BIOS  
upgrade. When the update completes, remove the bootable media  
from which you performed the upgrade.  
Note: Do not power down the system during the BIOS update  
process. The system will reset automatically when the BIOS update  
process is completed. You may encounter a CMOS checksum error  
or other problem after reboot. It this happens, shut down the  
system and boot it again. CMOS checksum errors require that you  
enter Setup, check your settings, save your settings, and exit  
Setup.  
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This chapter provides possible solutions for specific  
problems. If you cannot correct the problem, contact  
your local Acer representative or authorized dealer  
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Troubleshooting  
This chapter helps you identify and solve problems that might occur  
while you are using the system.  
For any issue, first ensure that you are using the latest firmware and  
files. Firmware upgrades include updates for BIOS, the BMC, and the  
hot-swap controller. In addition to the server firmware and files, make  
sure to update any drivers used for components you have installed in  
your system, such as video drivers, network drivers and SAS drivers.  
If you are unable to resolve your server problems on your own, contact  
your dealer or local Acer representative for assistance.  
Resetting the system  
Before going through in-depth troubleshooting, attempt first to reset  
the system using one of the methods below.  
To do this  
Press  
Soft boot reset to clear the system memory and reload the  
operating system.  
Ctrl+Alt+Del  
Clear system memory, restart POST, and reload the OS.  
Reset button  
Power button  
Cold boot reset. Turn the system power off and then on.  
This clears system memory, restarts POST, reloads the OS  
and halts power to all peripherals.  
Problems following initial system installation  
Problems that occur at initial system startup are usually caused by an  
incorrect installation or configuration. Hardware failure is a less  
frequent cause. If the problem you are experiencing is with a specific  
software application, see "There is problem with the application  
software" on page 143.  
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First steps checklist  
AC power available at the wall outlet?  
Are the power supplies plugged in? Check the AC cable(s) on the  
back of the chassis and at the AC source.  
Are all cables correctly connected and secured?  
Is the processor fully seated in the socket on the mainboard?  
Are all standoffs in the proper location and not touching any  
components, causing a potential short?  
Are all expansion boards fully seated in their slots on the PCI riser  
assembly?  
Are all jumper settings on the mainboard correct?  
Are all jumper and switch settings on expansion boards and  
peripheral devices correct? If applicable, ensure that there are no  
conflicts - for example, two expansion boards sharing the same  
interrupt.  
Are all peripheral devices installed correctly?  
Are all device drivers properly installed?  
Are the configuration settings made in the BIOS setup correct?  
Is the operating system properly loaded? Refer to the operating  
system documentation.  
Did you press the system power button on the front panel to turn  
the server on (power indicator should be lit)?  
Is the system power cord properly connected to the system and  
plugged into an outlet for 100-127 V or 200-240 V?  
Are all integrated components from the tested components lists?  
Check the tested memory, and chassis lists, as well as the supported  
hardware and operating system list.  
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Hardware diagnostic testing  
This section provides a more detailed approach to identifying a  
hardware problem and locating its source.  
Caution! Before disconnecting any peripheral cables from the  
system, turn off the system and any external peripheral devices.  
Failure to do so can cause permanent damage to the system and/  
or the peripheral device.  
1
Turn off the system and all external peripheral devices. Disconnect  
each of device from the system, except for the keyboard and the  
video monitor.  
2
3
Make sure the system power cord is plugged into a properly  
grounded AC outlet.  
Make sure your video display monitor and keyboard are correctly  
connected to the system. Turn on the video monitor. Set its  
brightness and contrast controls to at least two thirds of their  
maximum ranges (see the documentation supplied with your video  
display monitor).  
4
If the operating system normally loads from the hard disk drive,  
make sure there is no diskette in the FDD or disc in the optical  
drive.  
5
6
If the power indicator does light, attempt to boot from a diskette  
or disc.  
Turn on the system. If the power indicator does not light, see  
“Power indicator does not light” on page 138.  
Verifying proper operation of key system lights  
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 light should turn on briefly. Check if the HDD  
activity indicator lights briefly? If not, see “HDD activity indicator does  
not light.” on page 139.  
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Confirming loading of the OS  
Once the system boots up, the operating system prompt appears on  
the screen. The prompt varies according to the operating system. If the  
operating system prompt does not appear, see "No Characters Appear  
on Screen" on page 143.  
Specific problems and corrective actions  
The following contains specific problems that may arise during the use  
of your server. Possible solutions are listed for each problem.  
Power indicator does not light.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the power button on the control panel is turned on.  
Make sure the power cord is connected correctly.  
Make sure that the wall outlet has power. Test it by plugging  
another device.  
Remove all expansion cards and see if the system boots. If  
successful, add the cards back in one at a time with a reboot  
between each addition.  
Make sure the memory modules comply with the system  
requirements.  
Make sure the memory modules have been populated according  
to the system requirements.  
Remove and reseat the memory modules.  
Make sure the CPU comply with the system requirements.  
Make sure the CPU is populated according to the system  
requirements.  
Remove and reseat the CPU.  
Make sure the chassis standoffs are installed only below mounting  
holes. Misplaced standoffs may have contact to the pins on the  
bottom of the mainboard and cause a short.  
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Server boot does not complete POST  
Do the following:  
Make sure the CPU is properly seated.  
Check the BIOS release notes to ensure the BIOS installed on the  
platform supports the stepping and the family of processors  
currently installed.  
Server does not recognize all of the processors installed  
Do the following:  
Make sure the CPU is properly seated.  
Make sure the CPU complies with the system requirements.  
Make sure the CPU is populated according to the system  
requirements.  
Remove and reseat the CPU.  
FDD activity indicator does not light.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the FDD and interposer board are properly connected.  
Check that relevant switches and jumpers for the FDD are set  
correctly.  
Check that the FDD is properly configured.  
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.  
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If you have installed one or more hard drives in the system, do the  
following:  
Make sure the power and signal cables are connected correctly.  
If using a sixth HDD, make sure the sixth HDD board is properly  
installed to the backplane board and HDD is plugged into  
connectors on the sixth HDD board. Check that the relevant  
switches and jumpers on the hard drive are set correctly. Refer to  
drive documentation for more information.  
ODD (optical disk drive) activity indicator does not light.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the ODD and interposer board are properly connected.  
Check that relevant switches and jumpers on the drive are set  
correctly.  
Check that drive is properly configured.  
Check that onboard IDE controller is enabled in the BIOS setup.  
ODD tray cannot be ejected.  
Insert the tip of a paperclip into the small hole on the ODD drive.  
Slowly pull the tray out from the drive until the tray is fully  
extended then remove the disc.  
ODD drive cannot read a disc.  
Do the following:  
Make sure you are using the correct type of disc.  
Make sure the disc is properly seated in the drive.  
Make sure the disc is unscratched.  
Make sure ODD and interposer board are properly connected.  
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Hard drives are not recognized.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the disk controller is not disabled in the BIOS setup.  
Make sure the drive is compatible.  
Bootable CD drive is not detected.  
Make sure the Boot Options setting in the BIOS setup utility is  
configured to allow the CD drive to be the first bootable device.  
New memory modules installed are not detected.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the memory modules are properly seated on the DIMM  
slots.  
Make sure the memory modules comply with the system  
requirements.  
Make sure the memory modules have been populated according  
to the system requirements.  
External device connected to a USB connector does not work.  
Do the following:  
Reduce the number of external devices connected to a USB hub.  
Refer to the documentation that came with the device.  
Server cannot connect to a network  
Make sure the network cable is securely attached to the correct  
connector at the system rear panel.  
Try a different network cable.  
Make sure you are using the correct and the current drivers.  
Make sure the driver is loaded and the protocols are bound.  
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Problems with the network  
Network status indicator does not light.  
Do the following:  
Check the cabling and network equipment to make sure that all  
cables are properly connected.  
Reinstall the network drivers.  
Try another port or hub on the switch.  
Diagnostics pass but the connection fails.  
Make sure the network cable is securely attached.  
The controller stopped working when an adapter was installed.  
Make sure the cable is connected to the port from the onboard  
network controller.  
Make sure the other adapter supports shared interrupts and your  
OS supports shared interrupts.  
Try reseating the adapter.  
The adapter stopped working without apparent cause.  
Try reseating the adapter first, then try a different slot if necessary.  
The network files driver may be corrupt or deleted. Delete and  
reinstall the drivers.  
Run the diagnostics.  
Network activity indicator does not light.  
Do the following:  
Make sure the correct network drivers are loaded on the system.  
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Network might be idle. Try accessing the server.  
Server hangs when the drivers are loaded.  
Change the PCI interrrupt settings.  
There is problem with the application software.  
Do the following:  
Verify that the software is properly configured for the system.  
Refer to the software installation and operation documentation  
for instructions on setting up and using the software.  
Try a different version of the software to see if the problem is with  
the copy you are using.  
Make sure all cables are properly connected.  
If other software runs correctly on the system, contact your vendor  
about the defective software.  
No characters appear on the screen.  
Check the following:  
Is the keyboard functioning? Test it by turning the “Num Lock”  
function on and off to make sure the Num Lock light is  
functioning.  
Is the video monitor plugged in and turned on? If you are using a  
switch box, is it switched to the correct system?  
Are the brightness and contrast controls on the video monitor  
properly adjusted?  
Is the video monitor signal cable properly installed?  
Does this video monitor work correctly if plugged into a different  
system?  
Is the onboard video controller enabled in the BIOS setup?  
Remove all expansion cards and see if the system boots. If  
successful, add the cards back in one at a time with a reboot  
between each addition.  
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Make sure the memory modules comply with the system  
requirements.  
Make sure the memory modules have been populated according  
to the system requirements.  
Remove and reseat the memory modules.  
Make sure the CPU comply with the system requirements.  
Make sure the CPU is populated according to the system  
requirements.  
If you are using a video controller board, do the following:  
1
2
Verify that the video works using the onboard video controller.  
Verify that the video controller board is fully seated in the  
mainboard connector.  
3
4
Reboot the system for changes to take effect.  
If there are still no characters on the screen after you reboot the  
system and POST emits a beep code, write down the beep code  
you hear. This information is useful for your service representative.  
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If you do not receive a beep code and characters do not appear,  
the video display monitor or video controller may have failed.  
Contact your service representative or authorized dealer for help.  
Characters are distorted or incorrect.  
Check the following:  
Are the brightness and contrast controls properly adjusted on the  
video monitor? Refer to the documentation that came with the  
video monitor.  
Are the video monitor’s signal and power cords properly  
connected.  
Is the video monitor working correctly when plugged into a  
different system?  
System cooling fan do not rotate properly.  
If the system cooling fan is not operating properly, it is an indication of  
possible system component failure.  
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Check the following:  
Is the power indicator lit? If not, see “Power indicator does not  
light.” on page 138 .  
Have any of the fan motors stopped? Use the server management  
subsystem to check the fan status.  
Have your fans speeded up in response to an overheating  
situation?  
Have your fans speeded up in response to a fan that has failed?  
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Error beep codes  
BIOS POST error beep codes  
The following table lists the POST error beep codes. Prior to system  
video initialization, BIOS uses these beep codes to inform you of error  
conditions. The beep code occurs only when a critical error occurs or  
when the BIOS fails to boot to the operating system. Not all error  
conditions are supported by the BIOS beep codes.  
Number  
Description  
of Beeps  
1, 2, or 3  
Memory error  
4 – 7 or  
9 – 11  
Fatal error indicating a possible serious system problem  
8
Video error  
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The following table lists the possible beep codes thay may occur while  
using the system and is followed by solutions to the situation.  
Number  
Troubleshooting action  
of beeps  
1, 2, or 3  
Make sure the memory modules are properly seated on the  
DIMM slots.  
Make sure the memory modules comply with the system  
requirements.  
Make sure the memory modules have been populated  
according to the system requirements.  
4-7, 9-11  
Indicates a fatal error. Consult your dealer or local Acer  
representative for assistance.  
If beep codes are generated even when all PCI cards are  
absent, consult your system manufacturer’s technical  
support.  
Check for a malfunctioning expansion card. If beep codes  
are not generated when all expansion cards are absent, one  
of the expansion cards is causing the malfunction. Insert  
the cards back into the system, booting the system between  
each card addition, until the beeps occur again to reveal  
the malfunctioning card.  
8
Make sure the video adapter is properly seated on the  
expansion slot.  
If the video adapter is an integrated part of the mainboard,  
the board may be faulty.  
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ARMC/3 module error beep codes  
In addition to the beep codes above, additional beep codes are  
provided if an ARMC/3 module is installed. The management modules  
provide the following additional beep codes.  
Beep  
Reason for the beeps and action to take  
Code  
1
Control panel CMOS clear has been initiated.  
1-5-1-1  
1-5-2-1  
Processor failure. Reseat or replace the failed processor.  
No processor is installed or the CPU 1 socket is empty. Reseat  
or replace the failed processor.  
1-5-2-3  
Processor configuration error or CPU 1 socket is empty. Reseat  
or replace the failed processor. In a two-processor system,  
make sure the processors are identical.  
1-5-2-4  
1-5-4-2  
1-5-4-3  
1-5-4-4  
Front side bus selects configuration error  
AC power unexpectedly lost  
Chipset control failure  
Power control failure  
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Diagnostic POST code LEDs  
During the system boot process, BIOS executes a number of platform  
configuration processes, each of which is assigned a specific hex code  
number. As each configuration routine is started, BIOS will display the  
given POST code to the diagnostic POST code LEDs found on the rear of  
the mainboard. To assist in troubleshooting a system hang during the  
POST process, the diagnostic LEDs can be used to identify the last POST  
process to be executed.  
Each POST code will be represented by a combination of colors from  
the four LEDs. The LEDs are capable of displaying three colors: green,  
red, and amber. Each bit in the upper nibble is represented by a red  
LED and each bit in the lower nibble is represented by a green LED. If  
both bits are set in the upper and lower nibbles then both red and  
green LEDs are lit, resulting in an amber color. If both bits are clear,  
then the LED is off.  
Diagnostic LED placement diagram  
Diagnostic LEDs  
USB Port  
USB Port  
Back edge of server board  
MSB  
LSB  
The following table lists the possible POST codes that may be displayed  
on the Diagnostic POST code LEDs during system initialization.  
Diagnostic LED Decoder  
Checkpoint  
code  
G=Green, R=Red, A=Amber  
Description  
MSB  
LSB  
Host Processor  
0x10h  
0x11h  
0x12h  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
G
R
A
R
Power-on initialization of the host  
processor (bootstrap processor)  
OFF  
OFF  
Host processor cache initialization  
(including AP)  
Starting application processor  
initialization  
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Diagnostic LED Decoder  
G=Green, R=Red, A=Amber  
Checkpoint  
code  
Description  
MSB  
LSB  
0x13h  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
G
R
A
SMM initialization  
Chipset  
0x21h  
OFF  
OFF  
G
Initializing a chipset component  
Memory  
0x22h  
A
OFF  
Reading configuration data from  
memory (SPD on DIMM)  
0x23h  
0x24h  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
G
A
R
G
Detecting presence of memory  
OFF  
Programming timing parameters in  
the memory controller  
0x25h  
0x26h  
OFF  
OFF  
G
G
R
G
Configuring memory parameters in  
the memory controller  
A
OFF  
Optimizing memory controller  
settings  
0x27h  
0x28h  
PCI Bus  
0x50h  
0x51h  
0x52h  
OFF  
G
G
A
R
G
Initializing memory, such as ECC init  
Testing memory  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
R
R
R
OFF  
OFF  
G
R
A
R
Enumerating PCI busses  
Allocating resources to PCI busses  
Hot Plug PCI controller  
initialization  
0x53h  
0x54h  
0x55h  
0x56h  
0x57h  
USB  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
R
G
A
R
Reserved for PCI bus  
Reserved for PCI bus  
Reserved for PCI bus  
Reserved for PCI bus  
Reserved for PCI bus  
A
A
A
A
OFF  
OFF  
G
A
R
G
A
0x58h  
0x59h  
G
G
R
R
OFF  
OFF  
R
Resetting USB bus  
A
Reserved for USB devices  
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Diagnostic LED Decoder  
G=Green, R=Red, A=Amber  
Checkpoint  
code  
Description  
MSB  
LSB  
ATA / ATAPI / SATA  
0x5Ah  
G
G
R
R
G
G
R
Resetting PATA / SATA bus and all  
devices  
0x5Bh  
SMBUS  
0x5Ch  
0x5Dh  
A
Reserved for ATA  
G
G
A
A
OFF  
OFF  
R
Resetting SMBUS  
A
Reserved for SMBUS  
Local Console  
0x70h  
0x71h  
0x72h  
OFF  
R
R
R
R
R
A
R
A
R
Resetting the video controller  
Disabling the video controller  
Enabling the video controller  
OFF  
OFF  
Remote Console  
0x78h  
0x79h  
0x7Ah  
G
G
G
R
R
R
R
R
A
R
A
R
Resetting the console controller  
Disabling the console controller  
Enabling the console controller  
Keyboard (PS/2 or USB)  
0x90h  
0x91h  
0x92h  
R
R
R
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
G
R
A
R
Resetting the keyboard  
Disabling the keyboard  
Detecting the presence of the  
keyboard  
0x93h  
0x94h  
0x95h  
R
R
R
OFF  
G
G
A
R
Enabling the keyboard  
OFF  
OFF  
Clearing keyboard input buffer  
G
A
Instructing keyboard controller to  
run Self Test (PS/2 only)  
Mouse (PS/2 or USB)  
0x98h  
0x99h  
0x9Ah  
A
A
A
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
G
R
A
R
Resetting the mouse  
Detecting the mouse  
Detecting the presence of mouse  
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Diagnostic LED Decoder  
G=Green, R=Red, A=Amber  
Checkpoint  
code  
Description  
MSB  
LSB  
0x9Bh  
A
OFF  
G
A
Enabling the mouse  
Fixed Media  
0xB0h  
R
R
R
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
R
R
A
R
A
R
Resetting fixed media device  
Disabling fixed media device  
0xB1h  
0xB2h  
Detecting presence of a fixed  
media device (IDE hard drive  
detection, etc.)  
0xB3h  
R
OFF  
A
A
Enabling / configuring a fixed  
media device  
Removable Media  
0xB8h  
0xB9h  
0xBAh  
A
A
A
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
R
R
A
R
A
R
Resetting removable media device  
Disabling removable media device  
Detecting presence of a removable  
media device (IDE CDROM  
detection, etc.)  
0xBCh  
A
G
R
R
Enabling/configuring a removable  
media device  
Boot Device Selection  
0xD0  
0xD1  
0xD2  
0xD3  
0xD4  
0xD5  
0xD6  
0xD7  
0xD8  
0xD9  
0XDA  
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
A
A
A
R
R
R
R
A
A
A
A
R
R
R
OFF  
OFF  
G
R
A
R
A
R
A
R
A
R
A
R
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
G
OFF  
OFF  
G
G
OFF  
OFF  
G
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Diagnostic LED Decoder  
G=Green, R=Red, A=Amber  
Checkpoint  
code  
Description  
MSB  
A
LSB  
0xDB  
0xDC  
0xDE  
0xDF  
R
G
A
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
Trying boot device selection  
A
A
A
A
OFF  
G
R
R
A
A
A
G
Pre-EFI Initialization (PEI) Core  
0xE0h  
0xE2h  
0xE1h  
0xE3h  
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
A
R
A
OFF  
OFF  
G
Started dispatching early  
initialization modules (PEIM)  
Initial memory found, configured,  
and installed correctly  
Reserved for initialization module  
use (PEIM)  
G
Reserved for initialization module  
use (PEIM)  
Driver Execution Environment (DXE) Core  
0xE4h  
R
A
R
OFF  
Entered EFI driver execution phase  
(DXE)  
0xE5h  
R
R
A
A
R
G
Started dispatching drivers  
Started connecting drivers  
0xE6h  
A
OFF  
DXE Drivers  
0xE7h  
R
A
R
R
R
A
A
R
G
Waiting for user input  
Checking password  
Entering BIOS setup  
Flash update  
0xE8h  
A
A
A
A
OFF  
G
0xE9h  
R
0xEAh  
0xEEh  
A
A
OFF  
OFF  
Calling Int 19. One beep unless  
silent boot is enabled.  
0xEFh  
A
A
A
G
Unrecoverable boot failure / S3  
resume failure  
Runtime Phase/EFI Operating System Boot  
0xF4h  
0xF5h  
R
R
A
A
R
R
R
Entering Sleep state  
Exiting Sleep state  
A
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Diagnostic LED Decoder  
G=Green, R=Red, A=Amber  
Checkpoint  
code  
Description  
MSB  
LSB  
0xF8h  
0xF9h  
0xFAh  
A
R
R
R
R
R
A
R
Operating system has requested EFI  
to close boot services (Exit Boot  
Services has been called)  
A
A
A
R
Operating system has switched to  
virtual address mode (Set Virtual  
Address Map has been called)  
Operating system has requested  
the system to reset (Reset System  
has been called)  
Pre-EFI Initialization Module (PEIM)/Recovery  
0x30h  
OFF  
OFF  
R
R
Crisis recovery has been initiated  
because of a user request  
0x31h  
OFF  
OFF  
R
A
Crisis recovery has been initiated by  
software (corrupt flash)  
0x34h  
0x35h  
OFF  
OFF  
G
G
R
R
R
Loading crisis recovery capsule  
A
Handing off control to the crisis  
recovery capsule  
0x3Fh  
G
G
A
A
Unable to complete crisis recovery.  
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Appendix A: Acer Altos R720  
rack installation guide  
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This appendix shows you how to set up the  
Altos R720 server in a rack mount configuration.  
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Setting up the system rack  
Important! Observe the electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions  
indicated on page 35 when perfoming the following procedures.  
Do not attempt the procedures described in the following sections  
unless you are a qualified technician.  
Equipment rack precautions  
Follow the rack manufacturer's safety and installation instructions for  
proper rack installation.  
The following additional rack safety installation measures should be  
considered:  
Anchor the equipment rack  
The equipment rack must be anchored to an unmovable suitable  
support to prevent the rack from falling over when one or more  
systems are fully extended out of the rack assembly. You must also  
consider the weight of any other devices installed in the rack  
assembly. The equipment rack must be installed according to the  
manufacturer's instructions.  
Main 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.  
Mechanical loading  
Exercise care when mounting the system in a rack to avoid any  
accidents.  
Circuit overloading  
Appropriate consideration should be given when connecting the  
supply circuit to the system to avoid any circuit overload. The  
system name plate rating should be used when addressing  
concerns about circuit overload.  
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System rack installation  
The Altos R720 server system should be mounted into a rack. A tool-  
less rack rail and CMA (cable management arm) kit is available for  
installing system to a rack cabinet.  
The figure below shows the Altos R720 server in a rack-mount position.  
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Vertical mounting hole pattern  
The four vertical rails of the system rack contain mounting holes  
arranged in a manner shown in the figure below:  
The system occupies 2U in the rack. Count the U positions and hole  
numbers from the bottom up.  
The distance from the center of two holes with closer spacing to the  
center of the next pair is equivalent to 1U.  
Note: The unit of measurement used in this guide is "U"  
(1U = 1.75 inches or 44.45 mm). The total sum of the heights of all  
components in the rack measured in "U" cannot exceed the  
height of the rack. For more information, refer to the  
documentation that came with the system rack.  
When installing components, you must start your measurement from  
the center of the two holes with closer spacing. Otherwise, the screw  
holes on the component may not match those on the rack.  
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Installing the system into the rack  
Caution! To minimize the chances of injuries, make sure that two  
or more people help in installing the server.  
To install the system into a four-post rack  
1
Remove the inner rails from the mounting rails.  
(1) Extend the inner rail from the mounting rail until the rail  
release latch clicks.  
(2) Depress the release latch (A) and slip the inner rail out (B).  
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(3) Do the same thing to the other mounting rail.  
Caution! To avoid personal injury, care should be taken when  
pressing the inner rail release latches and sliding the component  
into the rack.  
2
Attach the inner rails to both sides of the server.  
Align the screw holes of the inner rail to the server screws (A),  
then slide rails to the left until the rails lock into place with an  
audible click (B).  
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3
Install the mounting rails to the rack posts.  
(1) Determine the vertical position in the rack. Refer to “Vertical  
mounting hole pattern” on page 160 for more information.  
(2) Align and insert the mounting rails into the rack posts’  
mounting holes (A).  
(3) Make certain the proper mounting holes on rack post are  
selected.  
(4) Use two metal screws supplied with the kit to secure the front  
and rear mounting rail to the rack (B).  
(5) Do the same thing to the other mounting rail.  
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(6) Fully extend the mounting rails on the rack.  
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Install the server into the rack.  
Caution! To avoid personal injury, care should be taken when  
pressing the inner rail release latches and sliding the component  
into the rack.  
(1) Carefully align the inner rails attached to the server with the  
fully extended mounting rails on the rack.  
(2) Press the release latch on both sides of the server (A).  
(3) Insert the inner rails into the mounting rails, then push the  
server into the rack until you hear a click sound (B).  
(4) Secure the server to the rack using two metal screws (C).  
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Attach the CMA (cable management arm) to the rear of the server.  
The CMA allows you to tie-wrap all cables to and from the system.  
As you slide the system in and out of the rack, the CMA collapses  
and extends, keeping the cables untangled and attached to the  
system.  
(1) Insert the smaller CMA extension into the rear of the left inner  
rail (A1).  
(2) Insert the larger CMA extension into the rear of left mounting  
rail (A2).  
(3) Insert the CMA extension connector into the rear of the right  
mounting rail (B1).  
(4) Insert the CMA arm connector into the blue plastic cutout on  
the CMA extension connector (B2).  
(5) Attach the cable clips into the appropriate mounting holes in  
the CMA (C).  
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(6) Connect the power, peripheral and networking cables into  
their appropriate ports.  
Refer to “Connecting peripherals” on page 28 for detailed  
instructions.  
(7) Route all cables through the cable clips.  
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Appendix B: SAS hardware  
RAID configuration  
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This appendix shows you how to create a RAID  
volume with integrated SAS hardware RAID.  
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Configuring the integrated SAS  
hardware RAID  
This section briefly shows how to create RAID with integrated SAS  
hardware RAID.  
Starting integrated SAS hardware RAID configuration utility  
To start Integrated SAS hardware RAID Configuration Utility, press  
CTRL+G when you see the RAID BIOS during POST. After POST finished,  
the Adapter Selection page will show on the screen. Click Start to  
launch the configuration menu.  
Loading factory default setting  
1
2
3
In the Configuration menu, select Adapter Properties. The  
current adapter settings appear.  
Change the setting of Set Factory Defaults from No to Yes, then  
click Submit.  
Press <Ctrl+Alt+Del> to reboot the server.  
Creating and Initialing a RAID Volume  
1
2
3
4
5
Launch the Configuration menu.  
Select Configuration Wizard.  
Select Add Configuration (default) and click Next.  
Select Custom Configuration (default) and click Next.  
Select the drives that you want to add into the array using the  
<Ctrl> key.  
6
7
After you select the drives, click Accept Array then Next.  
Select the RAID level you want to use, create the logical volume by  
specifying the size at Select Size and click Accept to create the  
logical volume.  
8
After you create the logical volumes on all of the RAID volume,  
click Accept and Yes to save the configuration.  
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9
Click Yes to initialize the new logical drives. The logical drives will  
be listed.  
10 Click Home to go back to the configuration menu.  
11 Now you can reboot the system and install the Operating System.  
Select Exit and click Yes.  
12 Press <Ctrl+Alt+Del> to reboot the system.  
Assigning a hot spare disk  
1
2
3
4
Launch the Configuration menu.  
Select a free disk marked as Ready and listed under Physical Drives.  
Select Make Hotspare and click Go.  
Click Home to return to the Configuration menu. The disk will be  
marked as Hotspare in pink and listed under Physical Drives.  
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Index  
D
installation guidelines 77  
DIMMs  
A
air baffles  
installing 45  
removing 45  
ARMC/3 module  
installing 85  
removing 84  
removing 59  
front bezel  
7
B
BIOS menus  
Advanced 104  
ATA Controller 110  
Mass Storage 112  
Memory 108  
front panel control button  
Configure Memory RAS  
and  
Perfor-  
mance 109  
PCI 116  
Processor 105  
Processor  
Information  
107  
hot-plug  
Serial Port 113  
System Acoustic and Perform-  
ance Configuration  
118  
I
USB Configuration 114  
Boot Manager 128  
installing  
Boot Options 125  
BEV Device # 126  
Devices  
CPU air duct 43  
DIMMs 78  
LAN 118  
Error Manager 129  
Exit 130  
front bezel 39  
Main 102  
Security 119  
large air baffle 47  
optical drive 53  
changing password 120  
removing password 120  
Supervisor password 119  
User password 119  
Server Management 121  
Console Redirection 123  
System Information 124  
PCI riser assembly 67  
PCI riser board 68  
power supply 82  
RAID activation key 92  
RAID BBU 95  
BIOS setup 99  
entering 100  
SAS mid-plane board 88  
SAS/SATA backplane board 90  
sixth HDD 62  
C
configuring the system OS 31  
CPU  
slim-line FDD 56  
small air baffle 46  
tape drive 60  
installing 75  
removing 74  
CPU air dam  
removing 44  
CPU air duct  
top cover 41  
internal components 16  
interposer board  
installing 53  
installing 43  
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removing 52  
SAS hardware RAID utility  
assign hot spare 172  
create RAID Volume 171  
L
large air baffle  
installing 47  
removing 46  
M
ARMC/3 module 84  
memory 81  
reconfiguring 80  
CPU air duct 42  
DIMMs 79  
N
NIC module  
FDD in converted HDD bay 59  
installing 86  
removing 84  
interposer board 52  
O
opening the system 37  
installing the front bezel 39  
installing the top cover 41  
removing the front bezel 38  
removing the top cover 40  
optical drive  
optical drive 51  
RAID activation key 91  
installing 53  
removing 51  
P
SAS mid-plane board 87  
slim-line FDD 59  
small air baffle 45  
top cover 40  
PCI card  
installing 70  
removing 69  
PCI riser assembly  
installing 67  
removing 65  
PCI riser board  
installing 68  
removing 68  
peripherals 28  
power cord 29  
power supply  
SAS mid-plane board  
SAS/SATA backplane board  
installing 82  
removing 83  
processor  
setting up the system 27  
upgrade guidelines 74  
R
installing 62  
slim-line FDD  
rack  
installing 56  
installing 161  
rack installation 155  
mounting pattern 160  
precautions 157  
RAID activation key  
installing 92  
removing 59  
small air baffle  
installing 46  
removing 45  
specification  
BMC  
chipset  
5
removing 91  
3
RAID BBU  
graphic interface  
I/O ports  
media storage  
memory subsystem  
networking  
5
installing 95  
5
removing 94  
3
RAID cache  
removing 92  
RAID configuration 169  
3
4
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PCI I/O  
power supply  
processor  
SAS mid-plane board  
serial ATA port  
system fan  
6
4
5
3
adapter stopped working 142  
141  
141  
controller stopped working  
142  
4
4
5
system boards 17  
backplane 19  
SAS backplane board 19  
mainboard 17  
mid-plane board  
SAS mid-plane board 21  
system diagnostic LEDs 22  
system fan  
DVD/CD drive no light 140  
HDD LED no light 139  
HDD not recognized 141  
initial system installation 135  
no video 142  
replacing 72  
system features  
system jumpers 23  
system memory  
3
reconfiguring 80  
system tour  
1
system upgrade 33  
ESD precautions 35  
power indicator no light 138  
Processors  
not  
139  
recognized  
installation precautions 35  
post-installation instructions 36  
preinstallation instructions 35  
server boot does not complete  
POST 139  
system fans do not rotate 144  
resetting the system 135  
verifying key system lights 137  
turning off the system 32  
turning on the system 29  
power-on problems 30  
T
tape drive  
installing 60  
top cover  
installing 41  
removing 41  
U
troubleshooting 133  
confirming loading of the OS 138  
upgrading the BIOS 132  
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