NEC Express5800/120Rd-2 User's Guide

() User’s GuideEXPRESS5800/120Rd-2

1-2 System OverviewOVERVIEWYour server is a modular multiprocessing server based on the Intel Pentium® IIImicroprocessor. It is a solid performer uti

3-20 Configuring Your SystemSee the table below for setup options on the screen.Option Parameter Description Your SettingUser Password is InstalledNot

Configuring Your System 3-21The table below lists options that you can specify on the Server menu screen and their functions.To make a selection for &

3-22 Configuring Your SystemThe table below lists how selections for "After Power Failure" determine the power status of theserver when the

Configuring Your System 3-23System Management SubmenuSelect "System Management" on the Server menu and press Enter to display the followings

3-24 Configuring Your SystemConsole RedirectionSelect "Console Redirection" on the Server menu and press Enter to display the followingscree

Configuring Your System 3-25Event Log Configuration SubmenuSelect "Event Log Configuration" on the Server menu and press Enter to display th

3-26 Configuring Your SystemBootMove the cursor onto "Boot" to display the Boot menu. Available options in the Boot menu anddescriptions are

Configuring Your System 3-27Boot Device PriorityThe system searches for the boot device according to the order specified in this menu and use thesoftw

3-28 Configuring Your SystemRemovable Devices SubmenuSelect the removable device used to boot the system. The system searches for the boot deviceaccor

Configuring Your System 3-29ExitMove the cursor onto "Exit" to display the Exit menu.The following describes each option on the Exit menu:!

System Overview 1-3Front View with Front Bezel ClosedThe following figure shows the location of the front system features viewable with the frontbezel

3-30 Configuring Your System! Load Custom DefaultsSelect this option and press Enter to load the custom defaults saved from previous SaveCustom Defaul

Configuring Your System 3-31SCSI BIOS ~ SCSISelect ~The SCSISelect utility is provided to configure the SCSI controller on the system board (or theSCS

3-32 Configuring Your SystemProcedure from Start-up to ExitThe following describes the procedure from starting to exiting the SCSISelect utility. Forp

Configuring Your System 3-33The Configuration menu appears.ConfigurationSCSI Bus Interface DefinitionsHost Adapter SCSI ID...

3-34 Configuring Your SystemParametersThe SCSISelect utility to configure the internal SCSI controller of the server has the followingmenu items and p

Configuring Your System 3-35Additional OptionsTo set three menu items under "Additional Options", select a menu item with the cursor keys (↓

3-36 Configuring Your SystemSCSI Device ConfigurationSCSI Device ID #0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6#7Sync Transfer Rate (MB/Sec) 160 160 160 160 160 160 160160I

Configuring Your System 3-37NOTE:To find out the SCSI ID for the optional device connected, select"SCSI Disk Utilities" on the Options menu

3-38 Configuring Your SystemSubmenu item Parameter DescriptionSync Transfer Rate(MB/Sec)[160] 20.080.0 16.053.4 13.440.0 10.032.0 ASYN26.8Select [160]

Configuring Your System 3-39The following table lists submenu items, available parameter, and descriptions.Submenu item Parameter DescriptionReset SCS

1-4 System OverviewFront View with Front Bezel RemovedThe following figure shows the location of the front system features viewable with the frontbeze

3-40 Configuring Your SystemConfiguring SCSI Controller on Optional BoardTo configure SCSI devices connected to an optional SCSI controller board, use

Configuring Your System 3-41CONFIGURING MOTHER BOARD JUMPERSWith the pre-installed SETUP utility, you can set desired passwords to protect the data st

3-42 Configuring Your SystemThe following describe the clearing procedure.WARNINGObserve the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure

Configuring Your System 3-43 5. Press the F2 key to activate the SETUP utility. 6. Select [Exit Saving Changes] from the [Exit] menu, and then [Yes].

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Chapter 4Installing the Operating SystemThis section describes how to use Express Setup to install and configure the following operatingsystems on you

4-2 Installing the Operating SystemAbout Express Setup"Express Setup" contained on your EXPRESSBUILDER CD is intended for initial setup of t

Installing the Operating System 4-3Express Setup requires a configuration diskette. The configuration diskette is a floppy disk thatincludes the con

4-4 Installing the Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 2000This subsection provides information on installing Microsoft® Windows® 2000 on your server.Re

Installing the Operating System 4-5Windows 2000Express Setup can install the Windows 2000 operating system. However, note the following:IMPORTANT:!

System Overview 1-57 3.5-inch floppy disk driveThis drive reads/writes data from/to the 3.5-inch floppy diskette.7-1 Disk access lamp7-2 Disk slot7-3

4-6 Installing the Operating SystemSpecifying Partition SizeThe minimum size of the partition that is required when installing the operating system ca

Installing the Operating System 4-7Re-installing to a hard disk which has been upgraded to a Dynamic DiskYou cannot re-install Windows 2000 and prese

4-8 Installing the Operating SystemThe Flow of SetupThis section visually describes the flow of the setup operated by Express Setup.Disk Array Configu

Installing the Operating System 4-9Installing Windows 2000This section describes how to install Windows 2000 using Express Setup.Prepare the configur

4-10 Installing the Operating System[Using the configuration diskette]The Setup Files contained on "configuration diskette" will be displaye

Installing the Operating System 4-11IMPORTANT:! Modify the partition size as required to install the operating systemon a partition larger than the m

4-12 Installing the Operating SystemNOTES:! If you click [Cancel] in [Basic Information] screen, the ExpressSetup will go back to allow you to reselec

Installing the Operating System 4-13Installing and Configuring Device DriversFollow these steps to install and configure the device drivers.Network D

4-14 Installing the Operating SystemInstall PROSet IIPROSet II is a utility that enhances the functionality of the network driver. Utilizing PROSet I

Installing the Operating System 4-15Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)Adapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is a feature that create

1-6 System OverviewRear ViewThe following figure shows the location of the features located at the rear of the system.1 Low-profile PCI board extensio

4-16 Installing the Operating SystemSetup for Problem ResolutionAdditional steps should be taken to facilitate the resolution of problems that might o

Installing the Operating System 4-17IMPORTANT:! Specify "Kernel Memory Dump" under "Write debuggingInformation."! Specify a drive

4-18 Installing the Operating SystemWindows 2000 Dr. WatsonWindows 2000 Dr. Watson is a debugger for application errors. If any application error isd

Installing the Operating System 4-19Network MonitorNetwork Monitor can help you to investigate and resolve network problems. To use NetworkMonitor,

4-20 Installing the Operating SystemUpdating the System - Applying Service Pack -Update the system if the following applies:! CPU is expanded (expande

Installing the Operating System 4-21Microsoft Windows NT 4.0This subsection provides information on installing Microsoft® Windows NT® 4.0 on yourserv

4-22 Installing the Operating SystemWindows NT 4.0 /Windows NT 4.0 EEYou can fully install Windows NT Server 4.0 (Windows NT 4.0) and Windows NT 4.0En

Installing the Operating System 4-23Disk Configuration! Disk Administrator may display an area labeled "EISA Utility"This area is a mainten

4-24 Installing the Operating SystemFlow of SetupThis section describes the flow of how to setup using Express Setup.Disk Array Configuration *1↓Resta

Installing the Operating System 4-25Installing Windows NT 4.0This section describes how to setup the system using Express Setup.Prepare configuration

System Overview 1-79 STATUS lamp (green/amber) (on the real panel)This lamp indicates the server status. The lamp is green during normal operation.

4-26 Installing the Operating System[Using the specified configuration diskette]The Setup Files contained on "configuration diskette" will b

Installing the Operating System 4-27IMPORTANT:! Modify the partition size to install the OS on a partition larger thanthe minimum required size.! If

4-28 Installing the Operating System 9. When prompted, remove the EXPRESSSBUILDER CD from the CD-ROM drive, andinsert Windows NT CD into the CD-ROM dr

Installing the Operating System 4-29Installing and Setting Device DriversFollow these steps to install and configure the device drivers.Network Drive

4-30 Installing the Operating SystemAdapter Fault Tolerance (AFT)/Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) SetupAdapter Fault Tolerance (AFT) is a feature that c

Installing the Operating System 4-31Setup for Problem ResolutionAdditional steps should be taken to facilitate the resolution of problems that might

4-32 Installing the Operating System 7. Click [Performance]. 8. Click [Change].The [Virtual Memory] dialog box appears. 9. Modify [Initial Size] in th

Installing the Operating System 4-33Dr. WatsonWindows NT Dr. Watson is a debugger for application errors. If any application error isdetected, Dr. W

4-34 Installing the Operating SystemUpdating System Recovery InformationTo prepare for a situation when the operating system has been destroyed, be su

Installing the Operating System 4-35Network MonitorNetwork Monitor helps you investigate and resolve network problems. To use Network Monitor,you ne

1-8 System OverviewInternal View1 SCSI backplane2 Power supply unit3 Riser card (for full-height boards)4 Processor (mounted under the heat sink)5 DIM

4-36 Installing the Operating SystemInstalling Maintenance UtilitiesVarious maintenance utilities are contained in your EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM. Refer t

Installing the Operating System 4-37Making Backup Copies of System InformationThe system information includes the current BIOS settings and other inf

4-38 Installing the Operating SystemNovell NetWare 5.0This subsection contains instructions for installing and configuring the NovellNetWare v5.0 Netw

Installing the Operating System 4-39PreparationThe following sections describe the necessary preparation procedures for installingand configuring Nov

4-40 Installing the Operating SystemConfiguration ChecklistStep Information1File Server Name. Record the file server name for this system.File server

Installing the Operating System 4-41Configuration Checklist (Continued)Step Information3 (Cont.) 8. Italy - 039—9. Switzerland - 041—A. United Kingdo

4-42 Installing the Operating SystemConfiguration Checklist (Continued)Step Information4Keyboard Mapping. Choose your keyboard mapping from the follo

Installing the Operating System 4-43Installing the Novell NetWare v5.0 Network Operating SystemNote: Before you install the Novell NetWare OperatingS

4-44 Installing the Operating System16. Insert "NetWare 5.X OEM-Disk" diskette. Press ENTER.17. Highlight and press ENTER for each driver li

Installing the Operating System 4-45Note: For this step we will select "Create a new NDS tree."37. Enter your NDS and Administrator inform

System Overview 1-9System Board1 ICMB connector2 Connector for the PCI riser card(For only low-profile boards. 66 MHz/64-bit)3 DIMM sockets (for the

4-46 Installing the Operating SystemNovell NetWare 5.0XThis chapter contains supplemental instructions needed to install and configurehardware and sof

Installing the Operating System 4-47PreparationThe following sections describe the necessary preparation procedures for installingSCO UNIX 5.0X.!CAUT

4-48 Installing the Operating SystemConfiguring RAIDIf you have a disk array controller preinstalled on your system, it was preconfiguredat the factor

Installing the Operating System 4-49Installing and Configuring System SoftwareThis section contains supplemental information for installing and confi

4-50 Installing the Operating System5. The system displays standard SCO OpenServer Rel. 5.0X copyright messagessuch asRestricted Rights Legend. Use d

Installing the Operating System 4-5115. The system displays the message:“Configuring Optional Software”Enter appropriate choices (You may want to sel

4-52 Installing the Operating System24. This concludes the installation of SCO 5.0X UNIX. You need to open the diskettedrive and reboot the SCO 5.0X U

Installing the Operating System 4-53Installing SCO OpenServer Rel. 5.0X Softwarewith a RAID Controller InstalledNote: This section assumes that you h

4-54 Installing the Operating System5. The system displays the message:Please insert (mdac) package BLTD disk into the floppy drive so that it canbe

Installing the Operating System 4-55Enter appropriate choices.15. The system displays the message:“Preparing Your Disk”Enter appropriate choices.16.

1-10 System OverviewSTATUS INDICATORSThis section describes the server indicator lamps.POWER Lamp ( )The POWER lamp is on (green) when power is applie

4-56 Installing the Operating System24. Log into "Root" and from the "Unix" window issue the following:"mount -f/dev/fd0/mnt.

Installing the Operating System 4-57Installing the Intel PRO/100+ LAN Card Driver from a DisketteThe driver for the Intel PRO/100+ LAN card is genera

4-58 Installing the Operating SystemNote: When configuring multiple sub-networks on the samesystem, the system names for each sub-network must be uniq

Chapter 5MaintenanceThis chapter describes the daily maintenance of the server and precautions you should take whenrelocating or storing the server.MA

5-2 MaintenanceCLEANINGClean the server on a regular basis.WARNINGObserve the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to followthes

Maintenance 5-3Cleaning the ServerFor daily cleaning, wipe the external surfaces of the server with a dry soft cloth. Follow theprocedure below if st

5-4 MaintenanceCleaning the InteriorOne of the most important items in a good maintenance program is regular and thoroughcleaning of the interior of

Maintenance 5-5Cleaning the Keyboard/MouseMake sure that the server and peripheral devices are all off-powered (the POWER lamp goesoff), and then wip

5-6 MaintenanceCleaning CD-ROMA dusty CD-ROM or dust-accumulated tray causes the device to fail to read data correctly.Follow the procedure below to

Maintenance 5-7SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICSThe System Diagnostics runs several tests on the server.Use the System Diagnostics program in the EXPRESSBUILDER pro

System Overview 1-11STATUS lampindicationDescription ProcedureOn (green) The server is operating normally. No action required.Flashing(green)The serve

5-8 MaintenanceStarting and Ending the System DiagnosticsThere are two ways to diagnose the server: to use the local console (keyboard) of the server

Maintenance 5-9CURSOR: Select Window ENTER: View Window P: Log Out Q: QuitTarget scopeTest windowSystem barTitle barTarget scope(The four cor

5-10 MaintenanceRELOCATING/STORING THE SERVERFollow the procedure below to relocate or store the server:CAUTIONObserve the following instructions to

Chapter 6TroubleshootingThis chapter provides information for troubleshooting problems with your server.NOTE: To best determine the source of problems

6-2 TroubleshootingSYSTEM VIEWERSESMPRO system viewers let you monitor fault parameters and system alerts during systemoperation. ESMPRO viewers incl

Troubleshooting 6-3ERROR MESSAGESIf an error occurs in the server, an error message appears on the display unit connected to theserver or a beep code

6-4 TroubleshootingPOST Error MessagesWhen POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the display unit screen. Thefollowing table lists e

Troubleshooting 6-5On-screen error message Description Action113 Hard disk 0 Error114 Hard disk 1 ErrorHard disk error Contact your sales representat

6-6 TroubleshootingOn-screen error message Description Action8100 Processor 1 failed BIST Burst transfer error ofprocessor 18101 Processor 2 failed B

Troubleshooting 6-7On-screen error message Description Action8194 CPUID, ProcessorFamily are differentThe processor type does notmatch the value in t

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1-12 System OverviewDISK ACCESS Lamp ( )The DISK ACCESS lamp indicates the status of the hard disk mounted in the 3.5-inch devicebay. The lamp flashes

6-8 TroubleshootingThe following figures show the location of specific components referenced in the POST ErrorCodes and Messages table.NOTE:Failed CP

Troubleshooting 6-9Beep CodesIf an error occurs during the POST, the server beeps, indicating the type of error.Each number indicates the number of s

6-10 TroubleshootingSOLVING PROBLEMSWhen the server fails to operate as expected, see the following to locate your problem and followthe instruction

Troubleshooting 6-11Fail to power off the server:θ Is the POWER switch enabled?→ Restart the server and start the BIOS setup utility.<Menu to chec

6-12 TroubleshootingFail to access internal or external devices (or such devices fail to operate):θ Are cables properly connected?→ Make sure that th

Troubleshooting 6-13The keyboard or mouse fails to operate:θ Is the cable properly connected?→ You must use the provided keyboard/mouse branch cable

6-14 TroubleshootingFail to access (read or write) to the floppy disk:θ Does the floppy disk drive contain a floppy disk?→ Insert a floppy disk into

Troubleshooting 6-15Fail to access the hard disk:(Refer to the documentation supplied with the disk array controller.)θ Is the hard disk applicable t

6-16 TroubleshootingFail to start the OS:θ Is a floppy disk in the floppy disk drive?→ Take out the floppy disk and restart the server.θ Is the EXPRE

Troubleshooting 6-17When a trouble occurs, the system does not "Restart automatically" <Windows 2000>:→ When a trouble occurs while r

System Overview 1-13Hard Disk LampThe disk lamp mounted in the 3.5-inch device bay indicates the following, depending on thestatus:! Flashing (green)T

6-18 TroubleshootingUnstable operation <NetWare>:→ When the system errors occur, refer to the NetWare operating systemdocumentation to check th

Troubleshooting 6-19Problems with EXPRESSBUILDERWhen booting from the EXPRESSBUILDER CD fails, check the following:θ Did you insert the EXPRESSBUILDE

6-20 TroubleshootingProblems with Express Setup<For Windows 2000/Windows NT 4.0>The following message appears when you try to install Express S

Troubleshooting 6-21<The Default Value for Windows NT 4.0>The specification of networkAdapter : Standard network adapterProtocol : TCP/IP[DHCP

6-22 TroubleshootingWindows 2000 started with a different display resolution from the specified value.→ If the specified display resolution can not b

Troubleshooting 6-23Not more than two Network adapter are connected, but the detailed specification of the protocols are all setby default (e.g. Spec

6-24 TroubleshootingBackup Domain Controller of Primary Domain Controller that has exceeded the router.→ Express Setup can not create a Primary Domai

Troubleshooting 6-25Error Message during Disk Array ConfigurationRefer to the manual that comes with the disk array controller for any trouble occurr

6-26 TroubleshootingProblems with Configuration Diskette Creator<Common to Windows 2000/Windows NT 4.0>The bit map of the Configuration Diskett

Troubleshooting 6-27SAVING THE EVENT LOG FILEThis section describes how to save the event log.IMPORTANT:If STOP error, system error, or stall occurre

1-14 System OverviewIMPORTANT:If the server is turned off during rebuild processing, theprocessing is stopped. Restart the server, mount the new hard

6-28 TroubleshootingWindows NT 4.0 1. Click [Program] → [Management Tool] → [Event Viewer] from the Start pop-up menu. 2. Select the type of log you

Troubleshooting 6-29SAVING SYSTEM CONFIGURATION INFORMATIONThis section describes on how to save system information on hardware configurations andspe

6-30 TroubleshootingSAVING DR. WATSON DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATIONDr. Watson collects diagnostic information related to application errors. The location to

Troubleshooting 6-31Saving the Dump FilePress the DUMP switch to save the dump file when an error occurs. Insert a metal pin (astraightened large pap

6-32 TroubleshootingBackup IPMI InformationThis section describes on how to collect IPMI information. To collect the information, ESMPROAgent must be

Troubleshooting 6-33RECOVERY FOR Windows 2000/Windows NT SYSTEMIf any file necessary for running the OS is damaged, use the following procedures to r

6-34 Troubleshooting 5. Press S when the following message appears:Setup could not determine the type of one or more mass storage devices installed i

Troubleshooting 6-35 14. Follow the instruction displayed on the screen.If you take a note of any file name in which trouble is detected during the p

6-36 TroubleshootingRecovery Procedure - Windows NT 4.0 -If you are using Windows NT 4.0, follow the procedure below to recover the system.System Rec

Troubleshooting 6-37 12. Press Enter. 13. If the message asking whether or not select the hard disk inspection appears, press Esc. 14. Select the reg

System Overview 1-15AC POWER LampThere is an AC POWER lamp for the power supply unit on the rear. The lamp turns green andflashes when the power suppl

6-38 TroubleshootingOFF-LINE MAINTENANCE UTILITYThe Off-line Maintenance Utility is an OS-independent maintenance program. When you areunable to star

Troubleshooting 6-39Starting the Off-line Maintenance UtilityThe Off-line Maintenance Utility may be started in many ways.IMPORTANT:Do not start the

6-40 TroubleshootingFeatures of Off-line Maintenance UtilityThe Off-line Maintenance Utility provides the following features. (Available features var

Troubleshooting 6-41RESETTING THE SERVERIf the server halts before starting the OS, press and hold Ctrl and Alt and press Delete.This restarts the se

Chapter 7Upgrading Your Server! This chapter provides you with instructions for upgrading your system with anadditional processor, optional memory, op

7-2 Upgrading Your ServerSAFETY NOTESObserve the following notes to install or remove optional devices safely and properly.WARNINGObserve the followi

Upgrading Your Server 7-3!CAUTIONOperating your system with the top cover removed can damageyour system components. For proper cooling and airflow, a

7-4 Upgrading Your ServerPREPARING FOR INSTALLATION AND REMOVALFollow the procedure below to prepare for installing or removing components. 1. Shut d

Upgrading Your Server 7-5CONFIRMATION AFTER INSTALLATION/REMOVALConfirm the following after installing an option or removing a component.! Install re

1-16 System OverviewSTANDARD FEATURESHigh performance Expandability! Intel Pentium III Processor(1GHz/1.26GHz-S)! High-speed 100BASE-TX/10BASE-Tinte

7-6 Upgrading Your ServerDEVICE INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL PROCEDUREInstall or remove a component from the server using the following procedure.Hard Dis

Upgrading Your Server 7-7InstallationPerform the following steps to install a hard disk drive. This procedure applies to all the harddisk drive bays.

7-8 Upgrading Your Server 5. Pull the dummy tray handle. 6. Remove the dummy tray.IMPORTANT:Keep the dummy tray for future use.6579-00 7. Secure the

Upgrading Your Server 7-9 8. Firmly hold the additional hard disk drive (with the tray provided) and handle, and insertit into the slot.IMPORTANT:! P

7-10 Upgrading Your Server 10. Power on the server, start the SETUP utility, select [Boot] → [Hard Disk], and set theboot priority in the submenu.Thi

Upgrading Your Server 7-11Installing a Hard Disk Drive into the Flex BayThis section explains the procedure for removing the floppy disk or CD-ROM dr

7-12 Upgrading Your Server 4. Hold the carrier handle, and pull it out straight to remove the floppy disk or CD-ROMdrive from the flex bay.IMPORTANT:

Upgrading Your Server 7-13 7. Firmly hold the hard disk drive (with the tray provided) and handle, and insert it into theslot.IMPORTANT:! Push the ha

7-14 Upgrading Your ServerRemoving a Hard Disk DrivePerform the following steps to remove a hard disk drive.NOTE:If removing a failed hard disk drive

Upgrading Your Server 7-15 6. Power on the server, start the SETUP utility, select [Boot] → [Hard Disk], and set theboot priority in the submenu.This

System Overview 1-17Power SuppliesThe power supply consists of the power supply bay and one power supply module. A secondpower supply module can be pu

7-16 Upgrading Your ServerInserting the Floppy Disk or CDROM Drive into the Flex BayThe following explains the procedure for removing the hard disk d

Upgrading Your Server 7-17Power Supply UnitEven if a single power supply unit fails, the server can continue its operation without interruption(redun

7-18 Upgrading Your Server 5. Insert the power supply unit.NOTE:Confirm that the handle is securely hooked.IMPORTANT:Do not touch the terminals of th

Upgrading Your Server 7-19 6. Firmly push the handle.The power supply unit is locked when a "click" is heard. 7. Connect two power cords.Us

7-20 Upgrading Your ServerReplacing a Failing Power Supply UnitReplace only a failing power supply unit.IMPORTANT: Do not remove a power supply unit

Upgrading Your Server 7-21Server ~ Pull-out from the Rack ~The server needs to be pulled out from the rack for installing/removing any components oth

7-22 Upgrading Your Server 4. Hold the handles and slowly pull out the server from the rack.The server is latched when a "click" is heard.N

Upgrading Your Server 7-23InstallationWhen installing the top cover, confirm that the tab of the cover is securely inserted into the slotin the serve

7-24 Upgrading Your ServerDIMMSInstall additional DIMMs (Dual Inline Memory Module) to the DIMM sockets on the systemboard in the server. The system

Upgrading Your Server 7-25DIMM Installation OrderInstall two DIMMs in ascending order of paired-slot numbers.IMPORTANT: Install two additional DIMMs

1-18 System OverviewSAF-TE LOGICNOTE: SAF-TE Logic is in systems that include the hot-swap SCSI diskdrive cage. SAF-TE Logic is not available in syste

7-26 Upgrading Your ServerDIMM Installation ProcedureUse the following procedure to install a DIMM.IMPORTANT: The server supports DIMMs of only the l

Upgrading Your Server 7-27 6. Install the components removed in steps 2 and 3. 7. Power on the server and verify that POST displays no error messages

7-28 Upgrading Your ServerDIMM Removal ProcedureRemove the DIMM depending on the following procedure.NOTES:! To remove the failed DIMM, check the err

Upgrading Your Server 7-29Processor (CPU)The server may have another CPU installed in addition to the standard CPU (Intel Pentium IIIProcessor).IMPOR

7-30 Upgrading Your ServerNOTE:If the different revision of the processor is installed in themultiprocessor system, Windows 2000 logs the following i

Upgrading Your Server 7-31Installing a CPUPerform the following steps to install a CPU. The EXPRESSBUILDER CD, provided with theserver, is necessary

7-32 Upgrading Your Server 6. Once the CPU is inserted into the CPU socket, push down the lever to secure the CPU. 7. Install the heat sink on to the

Upgrading Your Server 7-33The wire clip is already installed on the heat sink at purchase. If it comes off, install it asshown in the figure below.NO

7-34 Upgrading Your Server 9. Insert a standard screwdriver into the bracket of the wire clip, and engage the wire clipwith the socket. 10. Make sure

Upgrading Your Server 7-35 15. Verify the temperature indication (Crnt column) displayed on the diagnostic window.If the indication is either of the

System Overview 1-19PCI Riser SlotsThe system board has two PCI riser slots, each capable of supporting 64-bit/66-MHz PCI risercards.PCI features:! Bu

7-36 Upgrading Your ServerRemoving a CPUPerform the following steps to remove a CPU. The EXPRESSBUILDER CD provided with theserver is required for co

Upgrading Your Server 7-37 7. Reinstall all parts removed. 8. Power on the server and start SETUP to select menus [Main] → [Processor Settings] →[Pro

7-38 Upgrading Your ServerPCI BoardThe server has two "riser cards" on the system board that enables installation of PCI boards.Three PCI b

Upgrading Your Server 7-39NotesObserve the following notes on installing/removing a PCI board:! Do not touch the terminals of the riser cards and the

7-40 Upgrading Your Server! If an option operating with only 33 MHz is installed in one of the slots (1C, 2C, and 3C,or 1B, 2B, and 3B) on a PCI rise

Upgrading Your Server 7-41 6. Remove the extension slot cover.NOTE:Keep the removed extension slot cover for future use. 7. This step is required onl

7-42 Upgrading Your Server 8. Install the PCI board on the riser card.Align the PCI board terminal section with the riser card slot, and firmly push

Upgrading Your Server 7-43 9. This step is required only for a PCI board of the full-height/full-length type.Close the card retainer clip to lock the

7-44 Upgrading Your Server 11. Insert the riser card into the slot on the system board.Align the riser card terminal section with the slot on the sys

Upgrading Your Server 7-45 12. After the insertion, push the riser card with your fingers until it is fully seated. 13. Install the components you re

1-20 System OverviewNetwork ControllerNOTE:To ensure EMC product regulation compliance, the system mustbe used with a shielded LAN cable.The system bo

7-46 Upgrading Your ServerDisk Array Controller BoardThe disk array controller board is an optional PCI board provided to improve data reliability.In

Upgrading Your Server 7-47Installing a Disk Array Controller BoardSee "PCI Board" for the installation of a disk array controller.IMPORTANT

7-48 Upgrading Your ServerSCSI backplaneSCSI cableSCSI connectorSystem boardHard diskdriveSCSI ID0 - 2Hard diskdriveSCSI ID8Hard diskdriveSCSI ID3 -

Upgrading Your Server 7-49! Forming of the SCSI cableTo connect a disk array controller, use the SCSI cable connected to the system board. Inthis cas

7-50 Upgrading Your Server! LED relay cable connectionTo indicate the status of access to the internal hard disk drives in a disk arrayconfiguration,

Upgrading Your Server 7-51! Disk array configuration of internal hard disk drivesObserve the following notes on configuring a disk array:– The serve

7-52 Upgrading Your ServerDisk Expansion Unit (DEU) in a Disk Array ConfigurationAdiskexpansionunitisanexclusivedevicethatcanaddupto14harddiskdrivest

Upgrading Your Server 7-53Backup DeviceThe server has one slot for installing a backup device such as a magnetic tape drive.IMPORTANT:! A SCSI contro

7-54 Upgrading Your ServerInstalling a Backup Device 1. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepa

Upgrading Your Server 7-55 9. While pushing the latching tab that secures the device bay, push the device carrier out ofthe front of the server.IMPOR

System Overview 1-21Network Teaming FeaturesNOTE:Using both on-board NICs in a team does not allow the use ofNIC 1 for server management access. To su

7-56 Upgrading Your Server 11. Push the tabs at both ends of the front panel. 12. Remove the front panel.IMPORTANT:Keep the removed front panel for f

Upgrading Your Server 7-57 16. Insert the device carrier into the backup device bay.Push the device carrier as far as it will go. It is locked when a

7-58 Upgrading Your ServerNOTE:Confirm where to place the terminal at the end of the SCSI cable.The terminator must be placed on the lower part of th

Upgrading Your Server 7-59 19. Place the fan unit in the server.The bottom of the fan unit has a slit for the unit to be hooked to the bottom of the

7-60 Upgrading Your ServerNOTE:Confirm that the FPC cable is securely connected to theconnector on the SCSI backplane and the one on the system board

Upgrading Your Server 7-61connected to the SCSI connector on the system board close to the power supply unit.NOTE:Confirm that the SCSI cable does no

Appendix ASpecificationsItem NEC Express5800/120Rd-2Type Intel Pentium III processor Intel Pentium IIIprocessor-SClock/Cache 1.0GHz/256KB 1.26GHz/

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Appendix BInterrupt RequestsThe factory-set interrupt requests are listed below. Find an appropriate one to install an optional device.IRQ Peripheral

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1-22 System OverviewPreferred Primary AdapterWith multiple adapters installed, you can specify one as the Preferred Primary adapter. Forexample if you

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Appendix CInstalling and Configuring Windows 2000 andWindows NT 4.0WINDOWS 2000This appendix contains supplemental instructions needed to install and

C-2 Installing and Configuring Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0Installation AssumptionThe installation and configuration instructions in this appendix

Installing and Configuring Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 C-3PreparationBefore starting the installation procedure, you need to obtain certain infor

C-4 Installing and Configuring Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0Installing Microsoft Windows® 2000 Operating SystemUse the following procedure to set up

Installing and Configuring Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 C-5 9. Insert the EXPRESSBUILDER CD and run the “Windows 2000 NEC Update Module” for theEx

C-6 Installing and Configuring Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0Windows NT 4.0This appendix contains supplemental instructions needed to install and con

Installing and Configuring Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 C-7Configuring RAIDIf you have a Disk Array Controller preinstalled on your system, it was

C-8 Installing and Configuring Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 9. After installing Windows NT, logon to the system using the administrator account or

Installing and Configuring Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 C-9Driver Installation for the ATI RAGE XL Display AdapterTo take full advantage ofthe on-

System Overview 1-23Keyboard and MouseThe keyboard/mouse controller is PS/2-compatible. The server may be locked automatically ifthere is no keyboard

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

D-2 Product Configuration Record TableBackup DeviceSlot 1 Size Capacity Serial No.Model name Type number Date InstalledPCI Slot #1BModel name Serial N

Product Configuration Record Table D-3SoftwareFirmware versionOS Name: Version:Application of RUR media " Apply Name: Version:File system "

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Glossary 1GlossaryA AC(Alternating Current) The type of current available in wall outlets. All computers mustconvert alternating current to direct cu

2 Glossary BMC(Baseboard Management Controller) Contains all of the server management functions.One major function of the BMC is to monitor system ma

Glossary 3 CPU(Central Processing Unit) See microprocessor. CRT(Cathode-Ray Tube) The type of video display used in monitors for desktop computers.D

4 Glossary EMPThe Emergency Management Port (EMP) provides an interface to the console manager.This interface allows remote server management via a m

Glossary 5H hard disk driveSee disk drive. hardwareThe physical parts of your computer, including the keyboard, monitor, disk drives, cables,and circ

1-24 System OverviewSystem Board Management Controller (BMC)Server management is concentrated in the System Board Management Controller (BMC). TheBMC

6 Glossary LCD(Liquid Crystal Display) The type of video display used in portable computers. LED(Light-Emitting Diode) A small electronic device that

Glossary 7O operating systemA set of programs that provides the interface between other software programs and thecomputer.P parallel portThe connecto

8 GlossaryR RAM(Random-Access Memory) A temporary storage area for data and programs. This type ofmemory must be periodically refreshed to maintain v

Glossary 9 setup programThe program that you use to change the configuration of some ISA desktop and notebookcomputers. This program also contains in

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System Overview 1-25DEGRADATION FEATUREThe degradation feature automatically isolates a failed DIMM or processor to assure continuousoperation of the

1-26 System OverviewSYSTEM SECURITYTo help prevent unauthorized entry or use of the system, the system includes a full lockable frontbezel and Server

System Overview 1-27Using PasswordsYou can set either the user password, the supervisor password, or both passwords. If only theuser password is set,

1-28 System OverviewSummary of Software Security FeaturesThe table below lists the software security features and describes what protection each offer

System Overview 1-29Feature DescriptionBoot withoutkeyboardThe system can boot with or without a keyboard. During POST, before thesystem completes the

1-30 System OverviewEXPRESSBUILDERThe CD-ROM that comes with the server contains a setup utility called "EXPRESSBUILDER."When you have first

System Overview 1-31NEC ESMPROThe ESMPRO is server management software that runs on the OS. The ESMPRO includes theESMPRO Manager for the server monit

Proprietary Notice and Liability DisclaimerThe information disclosed in this document, including all designs and related materials, isthe valuable pro

1-32 System OverviewUSING YOUR SERVERThis section describes basic operations of the server including how to use devices such as thefloppy disk drive a

System Overview 1-33 3. Slide the front bezel to the left to remove the tab from the frame and then remove thefront bezel from the server. 4. To insta

1-34 System OverviewPOWER SwitchUse the POWER switch to turn on/off the server.Power OnPress the POWER switch on the front of the server chassis.The P

System Overview 1-35POSTPOST (Power On Self-Test) is the server's self-diagnostic program stored in system memory.When you power on the server, t

1-36 System OverviewPOST Execution FlowThe following describes the progress of POST in chronological order.IMPORTANT:! Do not make key entries or perf

System Overview 1-37 4. POST then detects the internal SCSI controller and display the massage prompting youto launch the SCSI device utility. (Ignore

1-38 System OverviewPOST Error MessagesWhen POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the display unit screen. SeeChapter6forPOSTerrorcod

System Overview 1-39Identification of Servers ~ UID Switch ~An "UID (unit ID) lamp" is provided on the front panel and rear panel. If more t

1-40 System OverviewFloppy Disk DriveThe server is includes a 3.5-inch floppy disk drive.The server supports the following 3.5-inch floppy disks:! 2HD

System Overview 1-41NOTE: Use of the floppy diskThe floppy disk is an important data storage media with delicate structureand requires care. Keep the

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1-42 System Overviewonly compact disk). The CD-ROM provides larger and faster data read than the floppy disk.CAUTIONObserve the following instructions

System Overview 1-43 5. As shown in the figure below, hold the tray with a hand and press the CD with fingers ofanother hand to make the hole of the C

1-44 System OverviewAfter removing the CD, close the tray.To remove a CD from the CD-ROM drive when the power is off, follow the procedure below. 1. P

System Overview 1-45NOTE: Use of CDsKeep the following notes in mind using a CD:! Do not drop the CD.! Do not place anything on the CD or bend the CD.

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Chapter 2Setting Up Your ServerThis chapter describes how to select a site, unpack and install your rack-mount server, makecable connections, and powe

2-2 Setting Up Your ServerSETUP FLOWFollow the flowchart below to set up the server.Selecting the server siteSelect a suitable site for the server.Unp

Setting Up Your Server 2-3SELECTING A SERVER SITEInstallationTo use the server, you must install it into a standard EIA 19-inch rack assembly.Installa

2-4 Setting Up Your ServerDo not install the rack in the locations listed below. Installing the rack or mounting the serverinto the rack in these loca

Setting Up Your Server 2-5UNPACKING THE SYSTEMWhen you receive your system, inspect the shipping containers prior to unpacking. If theshipping boxes a

ivIdentification of Servers ~ UID Switch ~... 1-39Floppy Disk Drive ...

2-6 Setting Up Your ServerASSEMBLING THE RACK-MOUNT SYSTEMThis subsection provides the instructions for the rack-mount server unit into a standard EIA

Setting Up Your Server 2-7Restricted Access LocationThe server is intended for installation in a restricted access location, mounted above a non-combu

2-8 Setting Up Your ServerRack Installation ProcedureInstallationPerform the following procedure to install the server into the rack:IMPORTANT:When in

Setting Up Your Server 2-9Installing the Rail Brackets onto the Sliding Rails 1. Install a rail bracket onto each sliding rail assembly as shown below

2-10 Setting Up Your ServerInstalling the Rail Assemblies 1. Align the left slide rail assembly behind the mounting holes in the vertical-mounting rai

Setting Up Your Server 2-11 7. Firmly secure the rail bracket to the slide rail and the rack.Installing the ServerCAUTIONObserve the following instruc

2-12 Setting Up Your ServerWARNINGAt least two persons are required to install the server into the rack. 2. Firmly fit the inner rails on the sides of

Setting Up Your Server 2-13Securing the Server 1. Push the server into the rack as far as it will go. 2. Tighten the right and left thumbscrews on the

2-14 Setting Up Your ServerRemoving the Server from the Rack AssemblyWARNINGAt least two persons are required to remove the server from the rack.WARNI

Setting Up Your Server 2-15IMPORTANT:! In the next step, with two persons holding the bottom of each side ofthe server, slowly slide the server out of

vUpdating the System - Applying Service Pack - ...4-36Making Backup Copies of System

2-16 Setting Up Your ServerCONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICESConnect peripheral devices to the server. The server is provided with connectors for wide vari

Setting Up Your Server 2-17! NOTE:Be aware of the cable you are going to connect to the server.The "100BASE-TX/10BASE-T connector" and the &

2-18 Setting Up Your ServerConnection to Serial PortsVarious types of serial devices can be connected to the RJ-45 serial ports on the front and rearp

Setting Up Your Server 2-19 CONNECTING THE POWER CORDConnect the provided power cord to the server.WARNINGObserve the following instructions to use th

2-20 Setting Up Your ServerTo connect the power cord from the server to an interruptive power supply (UPS), use serviceoutlets on the rear of the UPS.

Setting Up Your Server 2-21TURNING ON THE SERVERPower on the server and follow the on-screen instructions for setup.IMPORTANT:Before turning on the se

2-22 Setting Up Your ServerPOWER lampPOWER switch

Setting Up Your Server 2-23The POWER lamp on the front of the server comes on.In a few seconds, the NEC logo appears on the screen and the Power On Se

2-24 Setting Up Your ServerINSTALLING THE OPERATING SYSTEMSee Chapter 4 for installing the following operating systems.! Microsoft Windows 2000! Micro

Setting Up Your Server 2-25MAKING BACKUP COPIES OF SYSTEM INFORMATIONThe system information includes the current BIOS settings and other specific info

viFeatures of the Off-line Maintenance Utility... 6-40Resetting the Server ...

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Chapter 3Configuring Your SystemThis chapter describes Basic Input Output System (BIOS) configuration.When you install the server for the first time o

3-2 Configuring Your SystemStarting the SETUP UtilityPowering on the server starts POST (Power On Self-Test) and displays its check results. If theNEC

Configuring Your System 3-3Description of On-Screen Items and Key UsageUse the following keyboard keys to make changes in the SETUP utility. (Key func

3-4 Configuring Your SystemConfiguration ExamplesThe following describes examples of configuration changes required to use the software-linkfeatures o

Configuring Your System 3-5BootTo change the boot order of devices connected to the serverSelect [Boot] and specify the boot order.To display POST che

3-6 Configuring Your SystemMemoryTo enable the memory degradation featureSelect [Advanced] - [Memory Configuration] - [Extended Memory Test] - [Every-

Configuring Your System 3-7CPUTo check the installed CPU statusSelect [Main] - [Processor Settings] and check the status indications.The on-screen CPU

3-8 Configuring Your SystemSelect [Advanced] - [PCI Configuration] and set up each device.To install the disk array controllerSelect [Advanced] - [PCI

Configuring Your System 3-9Menu and Parameter DescriptionsThe SETUP utility has the following six major menus:! Main! Advanced! Security! Server! Boot

Chapter 1System OverviewThe “System Overview” chapter provides the information necessary to use your server, and includes adescription of your system’

3-10 Configuring Your SystemOption Parameter Description Your SettingSystem Time HH:MM:SS Sets the system time.System Date MM/DD/YYYY Sets the system

Configuring Your System 3-11Processor SettingsSelect "Processor Settings" on Main menu to display the following menu.See the table below for

3-12 Configuring Your SystemAdvancedMove the cursor to "Advanced" to display the Advanced menu. Menu items preceded by "►"has subm

Configuring Your System 3-13PCI ConfigurationSelect "PCI Configuration" on the Advanced menu to display the following screen.Option Paramete

3-14 Configuring Your SystemUSB Function SubmenuOption Parameter Description Your SettingUSB Function [Enabled]DisabledEnables or disables the onboard

Configuring Your System 3-15Peripheral ConfigurationSelect "Peripheral Configuration" on the Advanced menu to display the following screen.S

3-16 Configuring Your SystemOption Parameter Description Your SettingSerial Port 1AddressDisabled[3F8]2F83E82E8Used to configure the base I/Oaddress f

Configuring Your System 3-17Memory ConfigurationSelect "Memory Configuration" on the Advanced menu to display the following screen.See the t

3-18 Configuring Your SystemAdvanced Chipset ControlSelect "Advanced Chipset Control" on Advanced menu to display the following screen.See t

Configuring Your System 3-19SecurityMove the cursor onto "Security" to display the Security menu.Select "Set Administrator Password&quo