NEC Express 5800/230Eh User Manual

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4-36 Configuring Your Server 7. Press F10 to create logical drive.The "Logical Drives Configure" screen appears. (The figure below shows a

Configuring Your Server 4-37(5) "Span: Sets Span.Parameter RemarksSPAN=NO Does not set span.SPAN=YES Sets span.When performing SPAN, create tw

4-38 Configuring Your Server 16. Execute Check Consistency on the logical drive that has been initialized.See "Check Consistency" for deta

Configuring Your Server 4-39Manual RebuildReplace hard disk driveRun LSI Logic Software RAID Setup UtilityExecute rebuildingExit LSI Logic Software

4-40 Configuring Your ServerSetting Hot SpareInstall a hard disk driveRun LSI Logic Software RAID Setup UtilitySet for hot spare.Exit LSI Logic Softw

Configuring Your Server 4-41 7. Press Esc to return to the TOP menu and exit LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility.IMPORTANT: Select "Objec

4-42 Configuring Your ServerCheck ConsistencyRun LSI Logic Software RAID Setup UtilityPerform Check ConsistencyExit LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Uti

Configuring Your Server 4-43Others 1. Clear ConfigurationClears configuration information. Select "Configure" → "Clear Configuration

4-44 Configuring Your ServerADD-IN CARD'S BIOSRefer to the documentation coming with the optional add-in card for details.When the server has mu

Configuring Your Server 4-45CONFIGURING MOTHER BOARD JUMPERSYou can use the following procedure to clear the CMOS data in the server.IMPORTANT: C

vChapter 3 Setting Up Your Server ... 3-1Setup Flow...

4-46 Configuring Your ServerThe following describe the clearing procedure.WARNINGObserve the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure

Configuring Your Server 4-47 6. Press F2 during POST to run the BIOS Setup utility, and configure the mother boardagain.IMPORTANT: If the SATA har

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Chapter 5Installing the Operating System with ExpressSetupThis section describes information on using Express Setup to install and configure the follo

5-2 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupAbout Express Setup"Express Setup" helps you to install the Windows Operating System.

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-3Microsoft Windows Server 2003This subsection provides information on installing Microsoft® Wi

5-4 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupOptional Board Supported by NEC EXPRESSBUILDERThe NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your sy

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-5Windows Server 2003Express Setup can install the Windows Server 2003.Confirm below notes befo

5-6 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupCreating Partition SizeThe size for the partition that the system is to be installed can be cal

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-7Re-installing to the hard disk drive which has been upgraded to Dynamic DiskYou cannot re-ins

viChapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities ... 6-1NEC EXPRESSBUILDER...

5-8 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupThe Flow of SetupThis section shows the flow of the Express setup.New FileYesConfirmed: Process

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-9Installing the Windows Server 2003Express Setup proceeds the setup by specifying the necessar

5-10 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 6. "NOTE" appears. Click [Confirm] after reading that.NOTE: If any operating sys

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-11 10. Next, [Basic Information] wizard appears. Confirm the parameters, modify if necessary,

5-12 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupNOTE: If you press F9 in [Role of Computer], the installation will bedone using the default

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-13 15. If you install Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2, insert Microsoft Windows Server 2003R

5-14 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupInstalling and Setting Device DriversFollow these steps to install and configure the device

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-15Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is

5-16 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupNetwork DriverSpecify the details of network driver.One standard network driver that is moun

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-17[When PROSet is installed] 1. The [Intel(R) PROSet] dialog box appears.* The procedure in t

viiChapter 8 Troubleshooting ... 8-1System Viewers ...

5-18 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupOptional Network Board DriverIf you want to utilize optional Network Board (N8104-112/119/11

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-19Graphics Accelerator DriverThe graphics accelerator driver will be automatically installed b

5-20 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupNotes of N8103-75After installing OS, the driver may not be installed depending on the metho

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-21Available switch options for Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini file.Many different switches will

5-22 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupSetting for Solving ProblemsSetup the following issue in advance so that your computer can r

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-23IMPORTANT:Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions To specify "Complete Memory Dump" to

5-24 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 4. Specify "Complete memory dump" and modify [Dump file:] in the [Write debuggin

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-25Windows Dr. WatsonWindows Dr. Watson is a debugger for application errors. If any applicatio

5-26 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupNetwork MonitorUtilizing Network Monitor helps you to investigate and manage with network tr

Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-27Updating the System – Installing Service Pack –Update the system in the situation below: M

viiiChapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagrams... 10-1Interface Cables ...

5-28 Installing the Operating System with Express SetupInstalling with the OEM-FD for Mass Storage DeviceThis section explains how to setup with th

Chapter 6Installing and Using UtilitiesThis section describes how to use the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM that comes with yourserver and to install the u

6-2 Installing and Using UtilitiesNEC EXPRESSBUILDERNEC EXPRESSBUILDER is an automated software integration tool to help simplify the process ofins

Installing and Using Utilities 6-3 Windows-basedThis program is called as "Master Control Menu" that can run under the MicrosoftWindows

6-4 Installing and Using UtilitiesNEC EXPRESSBUILDER for DOS-Based with Local ConsoleThis subsection describes the procedures for using NEC EXPRESS

Installing and Using Utilities 6-5Express Setup"Express Setup" is intended for initial setup of the server. Its automatic installation mo

6-6 Installing and Using Utilities– Restore Disk Array Configuration DataThe configuration information saved in a floppy disk is restored to NVRAM

Installing and Using Utilities 6-7– Off-line Maintenance Utility Bootable FDCreates a support disk for activating the Off-line Maintenance Utility

6-8 Installing and Using Utilities System ManagementThe parameters of BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) are set for remote controland alert.

Installing and Using Utilities 6-9NEC EXPRESSBUILDER for DOS-based with Remote ConsoleThis subsection describes the procedures for using NEC EXPRES

ixDriver Installation and Advanced Settings ...D-11PROSet...

6-10 Installing and Using UtilitiesStartingThe following two methods are available to start the server. Running NEC EXPRESSBUILDER from the manag

Installing and Using Utilities 6-11Top MenuShown below are the top menu items. SetupAutomatically sets up the server. ToolsLaunch the features

6-12 Installing and Using UtilitiesToolsWhen you select the [Tools] on the Top Menu, the following screen appears.The menu items available only in

Installing and Using Utilities 6-13NEC EXPRESSBUILDER for Windows-Based (Master Control Menu)The Master Control Menu is used to, Read the User&ap

6-14 Installing and Using UtilitiesCONFIGURATION DISKETTE CREATOR"Configuration Diskette Creator" is a tool to create [Configuration Disk

Installing and Using Utilities 6-15 4. Click [Configuration Diskette Creator].Configuration Diskette Creator window is displayed. 5. Click [Creat

6-16 Installing and Using Utilities 7. Follow the message to specify each item on the dialog box and click [Next].NOTE: If you click on [Cancel],

Installing and Using Utilities 6-17Installing Optional Mass Storage DriverTo install optional Mass Storage Driver that is supported by the Express

6-18 Installing and Using UtilitiesNEC ESMPROThe NEC ESMPRO lets a system administrator manage remote servers across a network. NECESMPRO monitors

Installing and Using Utilities 6-19Web-based Promise Array ManagerWeb-based Promise Array Manager is a RAID management utility for monitoring SATA2

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6-20 Installing and Using UtilitiesPower Console PlusPower Console Plus is a utility to control the RAID system of the disk array controller (MegaR

Installing and Using Utilities 6-21 MegaRAID Registration ServerEnables control of the MegaRAID controller via the network. Install in one of NEC

6-22 Installing and Using UtilitiesServer SetupThis section explains Power Console Plus setup in the NEC Express server in which the MegaRAIDcontro

Installing and Using Utilities 6-23Management PC SetupThis section explains Power Console Plus setup in a computer that manages servers via the net

6-24 Installing and Using UtilitiesNEC DianaScopeThe NEC DianaScope is software for the remote management of this server.See the online documents f

Chapter 7MaintenanceThis chapter describes the daily maintenance of the server and precautions when relocating orstoring the server.MAKING BACKUP COPI

7-2 MaintenanceCLEANINGClean the server on a regular basis to keep the server in a good shape.WARNINGObserve the following instructions to use the se

Maintenance 7-3Cleaning the ServerFor daily cleaning, wipe the external surfaces of the server with a dry soft cloth. Follow theprocedure below if st

7-4 MaintenanceCleaning the InteriorCAUTIONThe qualified service representative can only install or remove the componentsdescribed in this subsection

Maintenance 7-5Cleaning the Keyboard/MouseMake sure that the server and peripheral devices are all off-powered (the POWER/SLEEP lampgoes off), and th

Chapter 1Notes on Using Your ServerThis chapter includes information necessary for proper and safe operation of your server.

7-6 MaintenanceCleaning DiscA dusty disc or dust-accumulated tray causes the device to fail to read data correctly.Follow the procedure below to clea

Maintenance 7-7SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICSThe System Diagnostics runs several tests on the server.Select [Tools] - [System Diagnostics] in the NEC EXPRESSBUIL

7-8 MaintenanceStartup and Exit of System DiagnosticsThere are two ways to diagnose the server: to use the local console (keyboard) of the server its

Maintenance 7-9 6. Select [System Diagnostics].The system diagnostics starts and will be completed in approximately three minutes.When the diagnosti

7-10 Maintenance 7. Follow the guide line shown at the bottom of the screen, and press the Esc key.The [Enduser Menu] below is displayed.Enduser Men

Maintenance 7-11RELOCATING/STORING THE SERVERFollow the procedure below to relocate or store the server:CAUTIONObserve the following instructions to

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Chapter 8TroubleshootingIf your server does not operate as expected, read this chapter before assuming a failure.NOTE: For provision against an unexpe

8-2 TroubleshootingSYSTEM VIEWERSMonitor the occurrence of fault by NEC ESMPRO during the system operation.Especially take note on whether any alert

Troubleshooting 8-3LAMPSThe following describes lamps on the server and their indications. See Chapter 2 for each location. SAS model SATA modelAcce

1-2 Notes on Using Your ServerWARNING LABELSThe warning label is attached to components with possible danger or their vicinity in your server toinf

8-4 TroubleshootingPOWER/SLEEP LampThe green POWER/SLEEP lamp lights to indicate normal operation while the server is powered.When the server is off-

Troubleshooting 8-51000/100/10 LampThe 1000/100/10 lamp indicates whether each of the network ports normally equipped with theserver is operated thro

8-6 Troubleshooting Slowly blinking amberIndicates that the hard disk drive is being rebuilt (this status is not a failure). If thedefected hard di

Troubleshooting 8-7ERROR MESSAGESIf an error occurs in the server, an error message appears on the display unit connected to the server.Error Message

8-8 TroubleshootingPOST Error MessagesWhen POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the display unit screen. The followingtable lists e

Troubleshooting 8-9ErrorcodeError message Recommended Action02D1 System Memory exceeds the CPU's cachinglimit.02F4 EISA CMOS not write able.02F5

8-10 TroubleshootingErrorcodeError message Recommended Action0B92 Internal Use Area of BMC FRU corrupted.This is not a fatal error. Turn off the powe

Troubleshooting 8-11Beep CodesIf an error occurs during the POST, the server beeps, indicating the type of error.Each number indicates the number of

8-12 TroubleshootingSOLVING PROBLEMSWhen the server fails to operate as expected, see the following to find out your problem and followthe instructio

Troubleshooting 8-13POST fails to complete:T Is the DIMM board installed?→ Check the installation location of DIMMs (see Chapter 9).T Is the memory s

Notes on Using Your Server 1-3SAFETY NOTESThis section provides notes on using your server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure properand

8-14 TroubleshootingThe keyboard or mouse fails to operate:T Is the cable properly connected?→ Make sure that the cable is connected to the correct c

Troubleshooting 8-15Fail to access the hard disk drive:(Refer to the documentation supplied with the disk array controller.)T Is the hard disk drive

8-16 TroubleshootingProblems with Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsThere are some cases that an event log is registered as follows when you install Wi

Troubleshooting 8-17Problems with Windows Server 2003 R2There are some cases that an event log is registered as follows when you operate Windows Serv

8-18 TroubleshootingProblems with Windows Server 2003The system displays the message below and fails to log on.Windows Product ActivationThis copy of

Troubleshooting 8-19The system restarts automatically when a stop error occurs, though the system is NOTadjusted to automatically restarting:→ There

8-20 TroubleshootingWake-On-LAN FunctionThe Remote Power ON/OFF function (Wake-On-LAN) is disabled immediately after the AC poweris turned on.Start W

Troubleshooting 8-21Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDERWhen the server is not booted from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM, check the following:T Did you s

8-22 TroubleshootingProblems with Express SetupExpress Setup can not be used→ Express Setup does not support the installation of Microsoft Windows Se

Troubleshooting 8-23[OK] does not appear on [Role of Computer] screen.→ The [OK] does not appear if the Setup File that has already been created is l

PROPRIETARY NOTICE AND LIABILITY DISCLAIMERThe information disclosed in this document, including all designs and related materials, is thevaluable pro

1-4 Notes on Using Your ServerPower Supply and Power Cord UseWARNINGDo not hold the power plug with a wet hand.Do not disconnect/connect the plug w

8-24 TroubleshootingWhen more than two Network adapter are specified, the detailed specification of TCP/IPprotocol are all set to use DHCP.→ When mor

Troubleshooting 8-25Problems with Disk Array ConfigurationCheck the following if the server configuring a disk array does not operate properly or a u

8-26 TroubleshootingProblems with Master Control MenuThe master control menu fails to appear:T Is your system Windows NT 4.0 or later, or Windows 95

Troubleshooting 8-27Collect Configuration InformationThis section describes on how to collect the information on hardware configuration and insidespe

8-28 TroubleshootingOFF-LINE MAINTENANCE UTILITYThe Off-line Maintenance Utility is an OS-independent maintenance program. When you are unableto star

Troubleshooting 8-29Features of Off-line Maintenance UtilityThe Off-line Maintenance Utility provides the following features. (Available features var

8-30 TroubleshootingRESETTING THE SERVERIf the server halts before starting the OS, press and hold Ctrl and Alt and press Delete. This restartsthe se

Chapter 9Upgrading Your ServerThis chapter describes internal optional devices available for the server, procedures for install orremoving such option

9-2 Upgrading Your ServerSAFETY NOTESObserve the following notes to install or remove optional devices safely and properly.WARNINGObserve the followi

Upgrading Your Server 9-3STATIC PRECAUTIONSAn electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, option boards, and other components.Electronic de

Notes on Using Your Server 1-5Installation, Relocation, Storage, and ConnectionWARNINGDisconnect the power cord(s) before installing or removing th

9-4 Upgrading Your ServerPREPARING FOR INSTALLATION AND REMOVALPrepare the installation or removal of a component depending on the following procedur

Upgrading Your Server 9-5INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL PROCEDUREInstall or remove a component from the server in the following procedure.Left Side CoverThe

9-6 Upgrading Your Server 4. Lay the server slowly and gently so that its right cover faces the floor. 5. Remove the two screws from the rear of th

Upgrading Your Server 9-7InstallationThe side cover can be installed in the reverse procedure of the removal. Make sure that the hooks onthe side cov

9-8 Upgrading Your ServerFront MaskThe front mask must be removed to install or remove the hard disk drive and 5.25-inch device.RemovalFollow the pro

Upgrading Your Server 9-9 4. Remove the front mask to the right to release the tabs on the front mask from the chassis.InstallationThe front mask ca

9-10 Upgrading Your Server3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive (SAS Model)The hard disk drive bay may contain up to four hard disk drives.IMPORTANT: Do not use

Upgrading Your Server 9-11Setting SAS SoftwareSet the SAS SWRAID jumper switch as shown in the figure below.Use SETUP utility to configure the Softwa

9-12 Upgrading Your ServerInstallationFollow the procedure as described below to install 3.5-inch hard disk drives. 1. Configure the operation mode

Upgrading Your Server 9-13 4. Lay the server so that its right cover faces the floor.Lay the server slowly and gently. 5. Connect the SAS cable and

1-6 Notes on Using Your ServerCleaning and Working with Internal DevicesWARNINGDo not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.Never attempt to dis

9-14 Upgrading Your Server 6. Connect the SAS cable to the SAS connector. 7. Install the left side cover. 8. Raise the server and open the front m

Upgrading Your Server 9-15 9. Install the hot-plug SAS hard disk drives in the HDD cage.Fully open the lever of the hard disk drive and insert the d

9-16 Upgrading Your ServerRemovalFollow the procedure as described below to remove 3.5-inch hard disk drives.IMPORTANT: About data on the hard disk d

Upgrading Your Server 9-173.5-inch Hard Disk Drive (SATA Model)The hard disk drive bay may contain up to four hard disk drives.IMPORTANT: Do not use

9-18 Upgrading Your ServerInstallationFollow the procedure as described below to install 3.5-inch hard disk drives. 1. Configure the operation mode

Upgrading Your Server 9-19 3. Remove the left side cover according to the section "Front Mask" described earlier in thischapter and open t

9-20 Upgrading Your Server 7. Place the removed hard disk drive on a flat and rigid place, and put the hard disk drivecarrier over it. 8. Align the

Upgrading Your Server 9-21 10. Provide the cable connections.See Chapter 10 for cable connections.NOTE: If caps are put on the SCSI interface and/or

9-22 Upgrading Your ServerRemovalFollow the procedure as described below to remove 3.5-inch hard disk drives.IMPORTANT: About data on the hard disk d

Upgrading Your Server 9-23PCI BoardThe server is equipped with five slots for installing PCI boards.IMPORTANT: Any PCI board is easily affected by

Notes on Using Your Server 1-7During OperationCAUTIONStay away from the fan.Keep your hand or hair away from the cooling fan on the rear of the ser

9-24 Upgrading Your ServerSlots to install the PCI boardSAS ModelSlot(Bus A)Slot(Bus B)Slot(Bus C)Slot(Bus D)Slot(Bus E)Product namePCIe #1 PCI-X #2

Upgrading Your Server 9-25SATA ModelSlot(Bus A)Slot(Bus B)Slot(Bus C)Slot(Bus D)Slot(Bus E)Product namePCIe #1 PCI-X #2 PCIe #3 PCIe #4 PCI #5PCI slo

9-26 Upgrading Your ServerInstallation Considerations for RAID ControllerDescribed below must be considered when installing any of the RAID controlle

Upgrading Your Server 9-27Face this side to topof the server, andconnect black cablepin only.LED connectorBlack cableBlack RedMother boardTo mother b

9-28 Upgrading Your ServerN8103-101N8103-105Black cableRed cableRedBlackBlack cableRed cableRedBlack

Upgrading Your Server 9-29N8154-11 Additional HDD CageBlack cableRed cableAdditional HDD cageRedBlack

9-30 Upgrading Your ServerInstallationInstall the board to be connected to the PCI board slot depending on the following procedure. Referto the manua

Upgrading Your Server 9-31 5. Make the component side of the board face the bottom of the server, put the rear panel ofthe board on the frame spring

9-32 Upgrading Your ServerSetting after installationDepending on the type of the installed board, some settings of the server must be modified by usi

Upgrading Your Server 9-33DIMMThe DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module) is installed in a DIMM socket on the mother boardinstalled in the server.Up to 24G

1-8 Notes on Using Your ServerFOR PROPER OPERATIONObserve the following notes for successful operation of the server. Use of the server ignoring th

9-34 Upgrading Your ServerInstallation Order and NotesThe following table shows the installation order.Condition DIMM numbersMinimum installation DIM

Upgrading Your Server 9-35Group#1Group#2Group#3Memory Controller 0Each group has must havethe same capacityThe memory group farthest from the memory

9-36 Upgrading Your ServerInstallationInstall a DIMM in the following procedure. 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal&quo

Upgrading Your Server 9-37 8. Assemble the server. 9. Turn on the power of the server. Make sure that no error message appears in the POST.If POST

9-38 Upgrading Your ServerRemovalRemove the DIMM depending on the following procedure.NOTES: To remove the defected DIMM, check the error message a

Upgrading Your Server 9-39Installation of DuctWhen installing additional 4-GB or 8-GB DIMM, an optional duct must be installed.Take the following ste

9-40 Upgrading Your Server 3. Fix the duct support bracket to the fan guard with two screws (a screw removed in Step 2and a screw for fixing the fan

Upgrading Your Server 9-41Use three screws as shown in the figure below. 5. Reinstall the fan in the same location as before.

9-42 Upgrading Your ServerProcessor (CPU)The server may have another CPU installed in addition to the factory-installed CPU (Intel XeonProcessor).I

Upgrading Your Server 9-43InstallationTake the following steps to install the CPU.NOTE: With the server of SAS model, screws securing the heat sinkar

Notes on Using Your Server 1-9TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTYThe following must be observed when you transfer (or sell) the server or software provided wit

9-44 Upgrading Your Server 5. Raise the lever on the socket. 6. Raise the holder. 7. Put the CPU on the socket slowly and carefully.IMPORTANT: Mak

Upgrading Your Server 9-45 8. Push the CPU lightly to the socket, and push down the holder. 9. Push down the lever to secure the CPU. 10. Put the

9-46 Upgrading Your Server 11. Fix the heat sink with four screws.Temporarily secure the four screws in the order as shown in the figure below. Then

Upgrading Your Server 9-47RemovalTo remove the CPU, prepare for removal referring to steps 1 and 3 in the installation procedure anddo the reverse pr

9-48 Upgrading Your ServerFile DeviceThe server has two slots on which backup devices including DVD-RAM, MO, and magnetic tapedrives are installed (t

Upgrading Your Server 9-49InstallationInstall a file device in the following procedure. Explanations are for factory-installed file bay.Explanation s

9-50 Upgrading Your Server 5. Secure the device to be installed to the rail with two screws provided with the device. 6. Slowly insert the device i

Upgrading Your Server 9-51IDE Device 1. Provide the proper setting for the device.See the table below for the settings of the devices which can be i

9-52 Upgrading Your Server 7. Slowly insert the device into the slot from where the DVD-ROM drive has been removedwith the release table on both sid

Upgrading Your Server 9-53 9. Slowly insert the DVD-ROM drive into additional slot 1 with the release tabs on bothsides of the drive.Push the drive

1-10 Notes on Using Your ServerDISPOSAL AND CONSUMABLES Dispose of the server, all the internal devices and DVD/CD-ROMs according to allnational

9-54 Upgrading Your ServerAdditional HDD CageThe N8154-09 additional HDD cage (called HDD cage) is dedicated to the server. It can containfour SATA h

Upgrading Your Server 9-55 5. Hold the lever and pull out the hard disk drive carrier. 6. Pull out the remaining three hard disk drive carrier in t

9-56 Upgrading Your Server 8. Secure the HDD cage to the server with four screws removed in steps 4 to 6.IMPORTANT: Carefully keep the removed drive

Upgrading Your Server 9-57 10. Fold the four stabilizers at the bottom of the server toward inside. 11. Lay the server so that its right cover face

9-58 Upgrading Your Server 13. Connect the SATA cable provided with the HDD cage, I2C cable, and power cable asshown in the figure below. 14. Conne

Upgrading Your Server 9-59 15. Install the left side cover. 16. Raise the server and open the front mask. 17. Install the hot-plug SATA hard disk

9-60 Upgrading Your ServerTo remove the hard disk drive carrier, push the green tab on the lever and open the levertoward you until it stops. Then, t

Chapter 10Internal Cabling DiagramsInternal cable connections of the server are shown below.NOTE: See Chapter 2 for detail connector locations on the

10-2 Internal Cabling DiagramsINTERFACE CABLESThis section describes the connections of the interface cables.Addition of Hard Disk DriveThe connectio

Internal Cabling Diagrams 10-3Installation of SATA DisksIf the serial ATA (SATA) hard disk drives are added, connect the cables as shown in the fig

Notes on Using Your Server 1-11USER SUPPORTBefore Asking for Repair, do the following when the server appears to fail: 1. Check if the power cord

10-4 Internal Cabling DiagramsConnection of Disk Array Controller N8103-91 (SAS)If SAS hard disk drives are installed, the disk array controller (SAS

Internal Cabling Diagrams 10-5 RAID5 (striping + parity)Stores data onto four hard disk drives by dividing it (striping) in the same way as RAID0

10-6 Internal Cabling DiagramsConnection of Disk Array Controller N8103-101 (SATA2)If serial ATA (SATA) hard disk drives are installed, the disk arra

Internal Cabling Diagrams 10-7To build a disk array, at least two hard disk drives are required. Use the SATA2 cables provided withthe disk array c

10-8 Internal Cabling DiagramsTo indicate the access status of the internal hard disk drives, connect the LED cable provided withthe server to the LE

Internal Cabling Diagrams 10-9Connection of 5.25-inch DeviceThe 5.25-inch device bay can be equipped with a SCSI device or an IDE device.Installati

10-10 Internal Cabling DiagramsInstallation of IDE DeviceUse the separately-priced IDE controller and the IDE cable for the connection.[SAS model][SA

Internal Cabling Diagrams 10-11POWER CABLESAn example of the power cable connection is shown in the figure below. The server only uses thepower cab

10-12 Internal Cabling Diagrams[SATA model]DVD-ROM drivePowersupplyMother boardPower cableOption deviceP1Option deviceP8P3P4P10P11P12P13P2P9**: Unuse

Appendix ASpecificationsSATA2 Model (N8100-1235F/1236F/1321F/1322F)NEC Express5800/120EhItemN8100-1235F N8100-1236F N8100-1321F N8100-1322FTypeDual-co

1-12 Notes on Using Your ServerAdvice for HealthThe longer you keep using the computer equipment, the more you becometired, which may cause disorde

A-2 SpecificationsNEC Express5800/120EhItemN8100-1235F N8100-1236F N8100-1321F N8100-1322FFront USB2.0 x2ExternalinterfaceRear VGA x1, KB (PS/2) x1,

Specifications A-3SATA2 Model (N8100-1287F/1288F/1352F)NEC Express5800/120EhItemN8100-1287F N8100-1288F N8100-1352FTypeDual-core Intel Xeon Process

A-4 SpecificationsNEC Express5800/120EhItemN8100-1287F N8100-1288F N8100-1352FFront USB2.0 x2ExternalinterfaceRear VGA x1, KB (PS/2) x1, Mouse (PS/2)

Specifications A-5SAS Model (N8100-1237F/1238F/1323F/1324F)NEC Express5800/120EhItemN8100-1237F N8100-1238F N8100-1323F N8100-1324FTypeDual-core Inte

A-6 SpecificationsSAS Model (N8100-1290F/1291F/1293F)NEC Express5800/120EhItemN8100-1290F N8100-1291F N8100-1293FTypeDual-core Intel Xeon Processor

Appendix BOther PrecautionsTransfer Rate of the On-board LAN ControllerThe onboard network interface controller supports 10Base-T and 100Base-TX netwo

B-2 Other PrecautionsNotes on useThe floppy disk is an important data storage media with delicate structure and requires care. Keepthe following note

Other Precautions B-3 Write-protectionA floppy disk has a write-protect switch that prevents the stored data from accidentalerasure.You can read da

B-4 Other PrecautionsDVD/CD-ROMKeep the following notes in mind to use the DVD/CD-ROM for the server: Press the center of the storage case to remov

Other Precautions B-5This enables you, for example, to use tape B to restore the data when tape C makes a readerror. Also when both tapes B and C mak

Chapter 2General DescriptionThis chapter provides information that you should be familiar with before using the server. Itincludes names and functions

B-6 Other PrecautionsMouseLike the keyboard, the mouse is a device to instruct your computer. Many OS's and applicationsoftware require the mous

Appendix CIRQ and I/O Port AddressThe factory-set interrupt requests and I/O port addresses are listed below. Find an appropriate one toinstall an opt

C-2 IRQ and I/O Port AddressI/O Port AddressThe factory-set I/O port addresses for the server are assigned as follows:Address *1Chip in Use *200 -

Appendix DInstalling Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsThis section explains how to install the Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions.BEFORE INSTALLING Windo

D-2 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsInstalling Service PackYou can install the Service Pack on the server. When the Service Pack is not

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-3Creating Partition SizeThe size for the partition that the system is to be installed can be calculat

D-4 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsINSTALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003 X64 EDITIONSPreparations for Installation NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-5 7. Insert a floppy disk into the floppy disk drive according to the instruction on the screen.Wind

D-6 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsWindows Server 2003 x64 Editions Clean InstallationThis section explains how to perform a clean inst

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-7 7. Select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter.– [LSI Logic MegaRAID SAS RAID Controller Drive

Keep this manual at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary.SAFETY INDICATIONSFollow the instructions in this manual for your safety to use the

2-2 General DescriptionOVERVIEWYour server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Intel® Xeon® processor family. It isa solid performer an

D-8 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions 12. When the installation has completed, remove Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 x64Edition DISC 2

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-9Procedure for Modifying the Drive LetterBe careful that the drive letter of the system or boot volum

D-10 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsUpdating the SystemTo ensure normal system operation you should update your system using the followin

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-11DRIVER INSTALLATION AND ADVANCED SETTINGSThis section describes on how to install and setup various

D-12 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsAdapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is a feature

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-13Network DriverSpecify the details of network driver.One standard network driver that is mounted wil

D-14 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions[When PROSet is installed] 1. The [Intel(R) PROSet] dialog box appears.* The procedure in the case o

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-15Re-install the Optional Network Board DriverIf you want to utilize optional Network Board (N8104-11

D-16 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsGraphics Accelerator DriverThe graphics accelerator driver will be automatically installed by Express

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-17<Reinstallation of graphics accelerator driver> 1. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into

General Description 2-3SYSTEM CHASSISNames and functions of the components are shown below.Front ViewSAS Model1Additional slot 12345610978Additional

D-18 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsOptional Network Board DriverIf you want to utilize optional Network Board (N8104-112/119/111/86/120/

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-19Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75)If you utilize SCSI controller driver (N8103-75), updat

D-20 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsAbout Windows ActivationWindows Server 2003 x64 Editions must be activated before you can use Windows

Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-21The following screen is displayed. 3. Process "Windows activation" according to the foll

D-22 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 EditionsSETTING FOR COLLECTING MEMORY DUMP(DEBUG INFORMATION)Set for collecting memory dump using the procedu

Appendix EInstalling Windows Server 2003This section explains how to install the Windows Server 2003.BEFORE INSTALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003Read the fol

E-2 Installing Windows Server 2003Installing Service PackYou can install the Service Pack on the server. When the Service Pack is not attached to y

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-3Creating Partition SizeThe size for the partition that the system is to be installed can be calculated from the f

E-4 Installing Windows Server 2003INSTALLING WINDOWS SERVER 2003Preparations for Installation NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM Microsoft Windows Serve

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-5 6. Select [Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER] from [CreateSupport Disk] menu. 7. Insert a fl

2-4 General DescriptionSATA Model1Additional slot 12345610978Additional slot 211

E-6 Installing Windows Server 2003Windows Server 2003 Clean InstallationThis section explains how to perform a clean installation of Windows Server

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-7 7. Select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter.– [LSI Logic MegaRAID SAS RAID Controller Driver (Server 200

E-8 Installing Windows Server 2003 11. Insert Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 DISC 2 CD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive.Confirm the parameters and cli

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-9Reinstallation to Multiple Logical DrivesThis subsection describes the procedure for reinstalling the operation s

E-10 Installing Windows Server 2003Procedure for Modifying the Drive LetterBe careful that the drive letter of the system or boot volume cannot mod

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-11Re-installing the Operation System if Multiple Logical Drives Exist[Before Re-installing the Operation System]Be s

E-12 Installing Windows Server 2003Updating the SystemTo ensure normal system operation you should update your system using the following procedure

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-13DRIVER INSTALLATION AND ADVANCED SETTINGSThis section describes on how to install and setup various standard dri

E-14 Installing Windows Server 2003Network DriverSpecify the details of network driver.One standard network driver that is mounted will be installe

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-15Also, add or delete any protocols and services if necessary.You can operate the process on the property dialog b

General Description 2-51 Front maskThe front mask protects the front face of the chassis.2 DVD-ROM driveThe DVD-ROM drive reads data from the inserte

E-16 Installing Windows Server 2003Graphics Accelerator DriverThe graphics accelerator driver will be automatically installed by Express Setup or s

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-17<Reinstallation of graphics accelerator driver> 1. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the DVD-ROM

E-18 Installing Windows Server 2003Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75/95)If you utilize SCSI controller driver (N8103-75/95), update your

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-19Notes of N8103-75After installing OS, the driver may not be installed depending on the method of installing OSoc

E-20 Installing Windows Server 2003About Windows ActivationWindows Server 2003 must be activated before you can use Windows Server 2003.Windows act

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-21The following screen is displayed. 3. Process "Windows activation" according to the following message

E-22 Installing Windows Server 2003Available Switch Options for Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini FileMany different switches will be available if you e

Installing Windows Server 2003 E-23SETTING FOR COLLECTING MEMORY DUMP(DEBUG INFORMATION)Set for collecting memory dump using the procedure describe

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Appendix FProduct Configuration Record TableUse this table for information about setup and system environment change.HardwareMain UnitModel name Seria

2-6 General DescriptionRear View1 AC inletThe AC inlet is connected with the power cord.2 Fixing screws (2)Secures the left side cover.3 Cover lock p

F-2 Product Configuration Record Table5.25-inch DeviceSlot 1 Size Capacity Serial No.Model name Type number Date InstalledSize Capacity Serial No.Slo

Product Configuration Record Table F-3SoftwareFirmware versionOS Name: Version:Application of RUR media  Apply Name: Version:File system  FAT  H

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General Description 2-74 Mouse connectorThe mouse connector is connected with the mouse coming with the server.5 Keyboard connectorThe keyboard conne

2-8 General DescriptionInternal ViewSAS Model12 45-16783-23-15-210 9

General Description 2-9SATA Model1 Power supply unit2 Mother board3 Cooling fan3-1 Front3-2 Rear4 DIMMs5 CPU heat sink5-1 CPU 15-2 CPU 2 (additional)

2-10 General DescriptionMOTHER BOARD20 2 4-1 31-11-24-225-55-4675-0 to 5-318194-417 16 15 13 12-5 11 10 9 8 4-314 12-1 to 12-412-64-5

General Description 2-111Processor socket1-1 CPU1 socket1-2 CPU2 socket2Power connectors3DIMM sockets(DIMM #A-1, #A-2, #A-3, #B-1, #B-2, and #B-3 fro

SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL AND WARNING LABELSAttentionsIndicates that improper use may cause an electric shock.Indicates that improper use may cause

2-12 General DescriptionSTANDARD FEATURESHigh performance Expandability Dual-Core Intel Xeon Processor High-speed 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T

General Description 2-13Power SupplyThe system contains one auto-sensing 600-watt power supply at an operating frequency of 50/60Hz.The power supply

2-14 General DescriptionNEC EXPRESSBUILDERThe CD-ROM that comes with the server contains a setup utility called "NECEXPRESSBUILDER."The maj

General Description 2-15Off-line Maintenance UtilityThe Off-line Maintenance Utility is used for maintenance and fault analysis of the server. Thisut

2-16 General DescriptionUSING YOUR SERVERThis section describes basic operations of your server including how to use devices such as thefloppy disk d

General Description 2-17POSTPOST (Power On Self-Test) is the self-diagnostic program stored in the system memory.When you power on the server, the sy

2-18 General DescriptionPOST Execution FlowThe following describes the progress of POST in the chronological order.IMPORTANT: Do not power off the

General Description 2-19 5. If the POST detects the optional add-in card, it display the message prompting you tolaunch the add-in card BIOS configu

2-20 General DescriptionPower OffFollow the procedure below to power off the server. If the power cord of the server is connected to aUPS, refer to t

General Description 2-21DVD-ROM DriveThe server is provided with the DVD-ROM drive on its front to read data from a disc.CAUTIONObserve the following

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These l

2-22 General DescriptionWhen you fail to eject:When you fail to eject the tray with the Open/Close button and take out the disc from the server,follo

General Description 2-23Use of the DiscKeep the following notes in mind to use the disc for the server: For the disk which does not conform to the

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Chapter 3Setting Up Your ServerThis chapter describes how to set up your server appropriate for your system, on a step-by-stepbasis.

3-2 Setting Up Your ServerSETUP FLOWFollow the flowchart below to set up the server.Unpacking the systemUnpack the server and accessories from the sh

Setting Up Your Server 3-3UNPACKING THE SYSTEMWhen you receive your system, inspect the shipping containers prior to unpacking. If the shippingboxe

3-4 Setting Up Your ServerSELECTING SERVER SITERead the following precautions before selecting a suitable site for your server. The followingdescribe

Setting Up Your Server 3-5When you have selected a server site, hold the server by its bottom with at least three persons andcarry it to the site,

3-6 Setting Up Your ServerCONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICESConnect peripheral devices to the server. The server is provided with connectors for wide vari

Setting Up Your Server 3-7Device with the serialinterface (e.g., modem)*KeyboardMouseDisplay unitHub(multiport repeater)Device with the USB interfa

TrademarksNEC ESMPRO, NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, and NEC EXPRESSSCOPE are trademarks of NEC Corporation.Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, Windows NT, and M

3-8 Setting Up Your ServerCONNECTING POWER CORDConnect the provided power cord to the server.WARNINGObserve the following instructions to use the ser

Setting Up Your Server 3-9NOTES: To connect the power cord from the server to an interruptive powersupply (UPS), use service outlets on the rear

3-10 Setting Up Your ServerTURNING ON THE SERVERTurn on the server and follow the on-screen instructions for setup.IMPORTANT: Before turning on the s

Setting Up Your Server 3-11The POWER/SLEEP lamp on the front of the server comes on.In a few seconds, the NEC logo appears on the screen and the Po

3-12 Setting Up Your ServerINSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEMSee Chapter 5 for installing Microsoft Windows Server 2003.To install the other operating syste

Chapter 4Configuring Your ServerConfiguration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration. You can configureyour system, as well

4-2 Configuring Your ServerSYSTEM BIOS (BIOS SETUP UTILITY)The BIOS Setup utility is provided to make basic hardware configuration for the server. Th

Configuring Your Server 4-3Starting SETUP UtilityA few seconds after powering on, the following message appears at bottom left on the screen.If NEC

4-4 Configuring Your ServerDescription on On-Screen Items and Key UsageUse the following keyboard keys to work with the BIOS Setup utility. These key

Configuring Your Server 4-5Configuration ExamplesThe following describes examples of configuration required to use software-link features or forsys

iPREFACECongratulations on the purchase of your NEC Express server.Purchase of this server is your assurance of receiving state-of-the-art, high quali

4-6 Configuring Your ServerBootTo change the boot order of devices connected to the serverSelect [Boot] and specify the boot order.To control from th

Configuring Your Server 4-7CPUTo check the installed CPU statusSelect [Main] - [Processor Settings] and check the status indications.The on-screen

4-8 Configuring Your ServerSaving the Configuration DataIMPORTANT: If the SATA hard disk drives are used in disk arrayconfigured with the on-board Ho

Configuring Your Server 4-9Menu and Parameter DescriptionsThe SETUP utility has the following six major menus: Main Advanced Security Serve

4-10 Configuring Your ServerThe items which can be set on the Main menu screen and their functions are described below.Option Parameter Description Y

Configuring Your Server 4-11Processor SettingsIf you select "Processor Settings" on the Main menu, the screen shown below appears.See the

4-12 Configuring Your ServerOption Parameter Description Your SettingExecute DisableBit[Disabled]EnabledDisplayed only when the CPU supportsExecute D

Configuring Your Server 4-13AdvancedThe Advanced menu appears if you move the cursor to the position of "Advanced."If you select a menu i

4-14 Configuring Your ServerMemory ConfigurationThe following screen appears if you select "Memory Configuration" on the Advanced menu.See

Configuring Your Server 4-15PCI ConfigurationThe following screen appears if you select "PCI Configuration" on the Advanced menu. If yous

iiABOUT THIS USER'S GUIDEThis manual is a guide for proper setup and use of your server.This manual also covers useful procedures for dealing wit

4-16 Configuring Your Server– Onboard Video ControllerOption Parameter Description Your SettingVGA Controller [Enabled]DisabledSpecify whether the on

Configuring Your Server 4-17Peripheral ConfigurationThe screen shown below appears if you select "Peripheral Configuration" on the Advanc

4-18 Configuring Your ServerOption Parameter Description Your SettingParallel ATA Disabled[Enabled]Selects whether the parallel ATA isenabled or disa

Configuring Your Server 4-19Advanced Chipset ControlThe following screen appears if you select "Advanced Chipset Control" on the Advanced

4-20 Configuring Your ServerSecurityThe Security menu appears if you move the cursor to the position of "Security."Press Enter on "Set

Configuring Your Server 4-21See the table below for the items.Option Parameter Description Your SettingSupervisorPassword IsClearSetIndicates the p

4-22 Configuring Your ServerServerThe Server menu appears if you move the cursor to "Server."If you select a menu item preceded by symbol ³

Configuring Your Server 4-23Option Parameter Description Your SettingBoot Monitoring [Disabled]Every 5 minutesbetween 5 minutesand 60 minutesSpecif

4-24 Configuring Your ServerOption Parameter Description Your SettingPower on DelayTime[0] - 255 Specify the DC power on delaytime within the range b

Configuring Your Server 4-25System ManagementThe following screen appears if you select "System Management" on the Server menu and pressE

iiiAppendix B Other Precautionsprovides supplementary notes on using the server.Appendix C IRQ and I/O Port Addressprovides a list of factory-se

4-26 Configuring Your ServerConsole RedirectionThe following screen appears if you select "Console Redirection" on the Server menu and pres

Configuring Your Server 4-27Event Log ConfigurationThe following screen appears if you select "Event Log Configuration" on the Server men

4-28 Configuring Your ServerBootIf you move the cursor to the position of "Boot," the Boot menu appears, which is used to set theboot prior

Configuring Your Server 4-29ExitThe Exit menu appears if you move the cursor to "Exit."The options on the menu are described below.Exit S

4-30 Configuring Your ServerIMPORTANT: This option sets [SATA RAID Enabled] in the[Advanced] - [Peripheral Configuration] menu to [Disabled]. If theS

Configuring Your Server 4-31SETUP UTILITYThis section describes the RAID configuration tool, LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utility. Thisutility res

4-32 Configuring Your ServerLSI Logic Software RAID Configuration Utility TOP Menu (Management Menu)Exiting from LSI Logic Software RAID Setup Utilit

Configuring Your Server 4-33Menu TreeSetting list+: Selection/execution parameter : Setting parameter. •: Information display>: Can be set (mod

4-34 Configuring Your ServerOperating Procedures for Setup UtilityCreating/Adding ConfigurationRun LSI Logic Software RAID Setup UtilitySet new confi

Configuring Your Server 4-35 3. When a confirmation message (Proceed?) is displayed, select "Yes."The SCAN DEVICE starts (scanning infor