PRIMERGY

PRIMERGY P250Server System

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Edition August 2002

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Introduction

Important Notes

Installation

Preparation for Use and Operation

Property and Data Protection

Troubleshooting and Tips

System Components and Expansion

Reference Section and Index

Contents1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.1 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31.2 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101.3 Notational Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111.4 Target Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111.5 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2 Important Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152.1 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152.2 CE Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182.3 FCC Class A Compliance Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192.4 Transporting the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202.5 Notes on Installing in the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202.6 Environmental Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

3 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233.1 Installation Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233.2 Unpacking the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243.3 Installing the Server into the Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243.3.1 Mounting into the PRIMECENTER or into the DataCenter Rack 283.3.2 Mounting into the Classic Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303.3.3 Mounting into 3rd-Party Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343.3.4 Installing the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353.4 Connecting Devices to the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373.5 Connecting the Server to Line Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 373.6 Instructions on Connecting and Disconnecting Cables . . . . . 38

4 Preparation for Use and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394.1 The Front Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394.1.1 Operation Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394.1.1.1 Switches and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404.1.1.2 Indicators on the Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 424.2 The Rear Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 434.2.1 Controller-Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 434.2.2 System Status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 454.2.3 Power Supply Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 454.3 System Fan Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 454.4 Switching the Server On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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4.5 Configuration With ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 474.5.1 Installation Procedure in ServerStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 494.5.2 Guided installation of a Single Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 504.5.3 Replicated Installation of Several Servers (Windows) . . . . . . 524.6 Cleaning the Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

5 Property and Data Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 555.1 BIOS Setup Security Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

6 Troubleshooting and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 576.1 Power-On Indicator Remains Dark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 576.2 The Server Switches Itself Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 586.3 The Screen Remains Dark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 586.4 Flickering Stripes Across the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 596.5 No Screen Display or Display Drifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 596.6 No Mouse Pointer Displayed on the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . 606.7 The Floppy Disk Cannot Be Read or Written . . . . . . . . . . . 606.8 Time and/or Date are Incorrect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 606.9 System Fails to Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 616.10 Drives "Dead" at System Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 616.11 Added Drive Defective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

7 System Components and Expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . 637.1 SCSI Hard Disk Subsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 637.1.1 Structure and Indicators of the Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . 657.1.2 Installing/Removing a SCSI Hard Disk Drive Module . . . . . . . 667.1.3 Replacement of SCSI Hard Disk Drive Module During Operation 697.2 Redundant Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 707.2.1 Removing/Installing Power Supply Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 717.3 System Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 727.3.1 Removing a System Fan Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

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1 IntroductionThe PRIMERGY P250 server is an Intel-based server for mid-size networks and large companies. The server is suitable for use as a file server as well as an application, information, or internet server.

The PRIMERGY P250 server offers a high level of reliability and availability through highly developed hardware and software components. These include hot-swappable hard disk drive slide-in modules, hot-plug system fans and optional, redundant hot-plug power supplies, the ServerView server management software Prefailure Detection and Analysing (PDA) and Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R)

Security functions in the BIOS Setup and on the system board protect the data on the server against manipulation.

The server occupies 2 height units in the rack.

This Operating Manual describes how you install, start up, operate and configure the server and how you mount it in the rack. It also helps you trouble-shoot problems.

The figure below gives on overall view of the PRIMERGY P250:

Figure 1: Overall view of the PRIMERGY P250 server

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Introduction

Further information is provided:

● on the PRIMERGY ServerBooks CD:

– operating manual in up to seven languages– Technical manual for the system board– description for the BIOS Setup– Technical Manual for the corresponding rack– ServerView Server Management User Guide– RemoteView Version User Guide

● in the "Safety, Warranty, and Ergonomics" manual

● in the manual for the monitor

● in the documentation for the boards and drives

● in your operating system documentation

● in the information files of your operating system

(see also “Related Publications” on page 75).

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Introduction Features

1.1 Features

System board D1309 for PRIMERGY P250

The server is equipped with the D1306 system board. It contains the following interfaces and ports:

– 1 PS2-keyboard interface

– 1 PS2-mouse interface

– 2 COM interfaces

– 3 USB interfaces

– 1 LAN interface

– 1 VGA interface

– 1 parallel port

The features of the system board can be found in the technical manual of the system board for the hardware and in the BIOS Setup for the firmware (see also “Related Publications” on page 75).

Controller slots

There are up to six extension slots for controller boards on the system board of the server.

As the server can be equipped with different types of controller boards, there may be:

– a full-length version with four full-length PCI boards

– a low-profile version with one full-length and five low-profile PCI boards

The low-profile version is the standard version for the server.

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Features Introduction

Hard disk subsystem

The server has a drive cage which can accommodate up to six ULTRA3-SCSI hard disk drive slide-in modules. Each hard disk drive module can accom-modate a SCSI hard disk drive with an SCA (Single Connector Attachment) interface and a maximum height of 1. The module is connected to the SCSI backplane without cables via the SCA interface. This allows hard disk drive modules to be simply plugged in or pulled out. The hard disk subsystem is designed for Ultra3 SCSI and can be configured as a dual-channel system with three hard disk drives each or as a single-channel system with six hard disk drives. The hard disk drives can be controlled by the onboard SCSI controlled or by a RAID controller. If the server has a RAID controller and a corresponding RAID configuration, a defective hard disk drive module can be exchanged during operation (hot-swap).

It is possible to replace a hard-disk drive during operation (hot replace). The replacement is achieved by simply plugging the drive and its carrier in and out. An opening of the chassis is not required.

The figure below shows the server together with one of its hard-disk drives:

Figure 2: The PRIMERGY P250 server with one of its hard-disk drives

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Introduction Features

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6-HDD Peripherie-Bay

The 6-HDD peripherie-bay (6-HDD P-bay) accommodates up the six hard ddrives (HDD).

The 6-HDD P-bay is also suitable for accommodating a number of other devices. The following list contains the devices that are eligible for the 6-HDP-bay:

– 6 hard-disk drives (3.5 x 1 inch)

– 1 slimline floppy-disk drive

– 1 slimline CD-ROM or DVD drive

– 1 LocalView device (optional)

– 1 USB

The figure below gives a front-panel view of the server with the 6-HDD P-bshowing also the positions of the other devices:

Figure 3: PRIMERGY P250 server with 6-HDD P-bay (front-panel view)

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Floppy disk driveCD-ROM/DVD-drive

LocalView USB

Hard disk drive

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Features Introduction

Slimline drives

The P-bay of the server contains device bays for a 3.5 inch slimline floppy-disk drive and a 5.25 inch slimline CD-ROM or DVD drive. Both drives are installed as standard

USB interface

The USB interfaces may be used to support activities carried out by the service technician. They are accessible via the front panel of the server. The maximum length of the line are three meters.

Power supply

In its basic configuration level the server has a hot-plug power supply unit that adjusts automatically to any power voltage in the range from 100 V to 240 V. A second hot-plug power supply unit can be added to achieve redundant power supply. If one power supply fails, the second power supply of the redundant configuration ensures unimpaired continued operation. The defective power supply unit can be replaced during operation.

Fan

The server is cooled by either three or six system fans (redundant). Three system fans (one fan unit) are fitted as standard. If there are six system fans (two fan units), each three form a redundant unit. If one system fan in one redundant pair fails, the other system fan ensures unimpaired further operation. If a system fan fails, the corresponding fan unit can be replaced during operation (hot-plug).

The system board is cooled by two types of fans: the CPU fans and the system fans.

Each CPU has a heat sink including fan.

High level of availability and reliability

When memory data are accessed, 1-bit errors in the main memory are recog-nized and automatically corrected with the ECC (Error Correcting Code) method.

ASR&R (Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart) restarts the system in the case of an error and automatically "hides" the defective system compo-nents.

Introduction Features

The PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens Computers analyzes and monitors all components important for system reliability.

Optional SCSI RAID controllers support RAID Levels 0, 1 and 5 and increase system availability.

Additional protection is provided by the hot-swap hard disk drive slide-in modules and hot-replace power supply and fans.

Server management

Server management is implemented with the aid of the supplied ServerView software and PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens. PDA reports early the threat of a system error or overloading so that preventative measures can be taken.

ServerView enables the management of all PRIMERGY servers in the network via a central console. It also supports the following functions:

● Remote startup (Wakeup On LAN)

● Intrusion detection

● Temperature monitoring of the CPU and the surrounding area.

● Timer-controlled switch-on (Timer)

● Watchdog timer for Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart (ASR&R) in the event of failure of memory modules or processors.

● Power monitoring

● End-of-life monitoring of the fans with timely notification before a failure

● Watchdog timer for operating system monitoring and application monitoring with ASR&R

● Detailed status and error reports for bus systems, processors and main memory

● Error message logging in non-volatile RAM (NVRAM)

Further information on the ServerView server management is provided in the associated documentation (see “Related Publications” on page 75).

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Features Introduction

ServerStart

You can configure the PRIMERGY server quickly and precisely with the Server-Start software provided. User-guided menus are available for installing the server operating systems.

Service and Support

PRIMERGY server are service-friendly and modular, thus enabling quick and simple maintenance. The flash EPROM program supplied with the Fujitsu Siemens Computers utilities supports fast BIOS Update. The RemoteView Remote Test and Diagnosis System allows the PRIMERGY P250 Server to be maintained from remote locations. A Remote Service Board (RSB) can be used in conjunction with RemoteView. Together they facilitate a remote diagnosis for system analysis, remote configuration, and remote restart should the operating system or hardware fail.

RemoteView

RemoteView is the remote management solution from Fujitsu Siemens Computers for Intel-based PRIMERGY systems. RemoteView 3.0 consists of software and hardware components which allow remote monitoring and mainte-nance as well as a rapid return to operational integrity in the event of an error. RemoteView helps

● monitor systems and analyze the cause of faults

● prepare error recover or if possible, initiate automatic error recovery

● identify potential sources of error

● configure the system

● adjust system settings and initiate system restart from a remote location.

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LocalView module

The LocalView module provides an alphanumeric display of system information and hardware errors. It’s an intelligent module with an microcontroller and it’s own memory that can run independent of the server system attached to.

The LocalView module includes the LCD panel and the toggle switch, both integrate in a peripheral bay. A drawer mechanic is used to put the LocalView panel easily outwards from the location.

The LocalView module can be installed in any free 5,25 inch location of the server.

Further information about operation and display modes is provided in the corre-sponding LocalView documentation.

The figure below shows the server with the LocalView LCD:

Figure 4: The LocalView LCD on the front panel of the server

VersionView

The server also supports VersionView, a tool which can be used for identification and compatibility checks on the server components.

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Options Introduction

1.2 Options

Additional RemoteView

RemoteView is a feature-rich remote test and diagnosis package. The test and diagnosis software is stored on a chipDISK. The chipDISK is a memory module with an IDE interface. In the event of an error the test and diagnosis software is automatically loaded from the chipDISK and then executed.

Additional RemoteView Service Board

The RemoteView Service Board (RSB) is included in the integrated Server Management Concept from Fujitsu Siemens, RemoteView and ServerView. It consists of software and hardware components which allow remote monitoring and maintenance as well as a rapid return to operational integrity in the event of an error. Remote monitoring and maintenance avoids time-consuming and costly on-site repairs and reduces service costs. This leads to a reduction in the total cost of ownership and to an excellent return on investment for the remote management solution.

The RemoteView Service Board (RSB) is a PCI board with a fully independent system; in other words, it has its own operating system with Web server and SNMP agent and is available with an optional external power supply. The RSB is mounted in a standard PCI slot and connected with a power cable and data cable to the system board. The RSB facilitates a remote diagnosis for system analysis, remote system configuration, and remote restart should the operating system or hardware fail. It has both its own LAN connection and its own COM port. As a result, all RSB functions are available via LAN or modem.

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Introduction Notational Conventions

1.3 Notational Conventions

The following notational conventions are used in this manual:

1.4 Target Group

This operating manual is intended for those responsible for installing the hardware and ensuring that the system runs smoothly. The manual contains all the information required for installing and operating your PRIMERGY P250.

Knowledge of the hardware and data transfer, as well as basic knowledge of the operating system used, is required to understand the various expansion options.

V CAUTION! indicate commands, menu items or software programs.

Ê indicate names of chapters and terms that should be emphasized.

Text in italics Text which follows this symbol describes activities that must be performed in the order shown.

"Quotation marks" Pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol. Failure to observe this warning may endanger your life, damage the server, or lead to loss of data.

I Supplementary information, remarks, and tips follow this symbol.

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Technical Data Introduction

1.5 Technical Data

Electrical data (redundant power supply)

Compliance Standards

Power supply unit Wide range

Rated voltage range 100 - 127 V / 200 - 240 V

Rated frequency 50 - 60 Hz

Max. rated current 5,0 A / 2,5 A; 100 - 127 V / 200 -240 V

Active power 492 W

Apparent power 500 VA

Thermal dissipation 1771 kJ/h

Protection class I

Power supply unit Wide range

Product safety and ergonomics IEC 60950 / EN 60950 / UL 60950, CSA 60950

Electromagnetic compatibility

Redundant power supply

EU standards

Emitted interference EN 55022

Harmonic current EN 61000-3-2

Flicker EN 61000-3-3

RFI suppression EN 55024

International standards FCC class AVCCI class AC-Tick class ABSMI class A (CNSI 13438)

CE label according to EU directives

Low-Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC

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Dimensions

Weight

approx. 20 kg (depending on the configuration)

Environmental conditions

Condensation during operation must be avoided.

Noise level

Rack model

Width 483 mm

Depth 748 mm

Height 85 mm or 2 HE

Environment class 3K2Environment class 2K2

DIN IEC 721 section 3-3DIN IEC 721 section 3-2

Temperature:

– Operating (3K2)– Transport (2K2)

10 °C .... 35 °C-25 °C .... 60 °C

Humidity 10% ... 85%

Sound power level LWAd (ISO 9296): ≤ 6.5 B (standby)≤ 6.8 B (operation)

Sound pressure level at bystander position LpAm (ISO 9296) with the standard configuration

≤ 50 dB(A) (standby)≤ 54 dB(A) (operating)

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2 Important NotesIn this chapter you will find essential information regarding safety when working with your server.

2.1 Safety

I The subsequent safety notes can be found in the manual "Safety, Warranty, and Ergonomics" which contains further information about the warranty and ergonomics.

This device complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing equipment, including electronic office machines for use in an office environment.

If you have any questions, contact your sales outlet or our customer service center

V CAUTION!The activities described in these instructions may only be performed by engineers or maintenance/technical staff. Any equipment repairs must be performed by technically qualified personnel. Disregarding the instructions in this manual, opening the unit, and making faulty repairs can endanger the user (electrocution, fire) and/or damage the unit. Opening the unit without authorization voids the warranty and cancels any liability.

Before operating the device

V CAUTION!● During installation and before operating the device, observe any

instructions on environmental conditions (see section “Technical Data” on page 12).

● If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may form both inside and on the outside of the machine. Before operating the device, wait until it is absolutely dry and has reached approxi-mately the same temperature as the installation site. Failure to observe these guidelines can lead to material damage of the device.

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Safety Important Notes

Installation and operation

V CAUTION!● The server automatically adjusts to a mains voltage between 100 V

to 240 V. Ensure that the local mains voltage lies within these limits.

● This device has a safety tested power cable and must only be connected to a properly grounded power socket.

● Ensure that the power socket on the device or the grounded mains outlet is freely accessible.

● The power switch does not disconnect the device from the mains voltage. To completely disconnect it from the mains voltage, remove the power plug from the power socket.

● Always connect the device and the attached peripherals to the same power circuit. Otherwise you run the risk of losing data if, for example, the central processing unit is still running but the peripheral device (e.g. storage subsystem) has failed during a power outage.

● Data cables for peripherals must be adequately shielded to avoid interference.

● Lay all cables so that nobody can stand on them or trip over them. Refer to the relevant notes in the operating manual when connecting the device.

● No data transmission cable should be connected or disconnected during a thunderstorm (lightning hazard).

● Please ensure that no objects (e.g. necklaces, paperclips, etc.) or liquids can get into the interior of the device (this may cause an electric shock or short circuit).

● In emergencies (e.g. damaged casing, elements, or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign matter), switch off the device immedi-ately, remove the power connector from the grounded power socket, and contact your sales outlet or customer service center.

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Proper operation of the system, warranty

V CAUTION!● Proper operation of the device (in accordance with IEC 60950/DIN

EN 60950) is only ensured if the casing is completely assembled and the rear covers for the installation openings have been put in place (electric shock, cooling, fire protection, interference suppression).

● Install only system expansions that satisfy the requirements and rules governing safety and electromagnetic compatibility and relating to telecommunications terminal equipment. If you install other expan-sions, you may damage the system or violate the safety regulations. Information on which system expansions are suitable can be obtained from the customer service center or your sales outlet.

● The components (e.g. power supply) marked with a warning label (e.g. lightning symbol) may only be opened, removed, or exchanged by authorized, qualified personnel. The hot-plug components are exceptions to this rule.

● The warranty is invalidated if the device is damaged during the instal-lation or replacement of system expansions.

● You may set only those resolutions and refresh rates specified in the "Technical data" section of the monitor description. Otherwise, you may damage your monitor. If you are in any doubt, contact your sales outlet or customer service center.

Batteries

V CAUTION!● Incorrect replacement of the device's battery may lead to a risk of

explosion. The battery may only be replaced with an identical battery or with a type recommended by the manufacturer (see the Technical manual for the system board or “Related Publications” on page 75).

● Do not throw batteries into the trash can. They must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.

Note on the laser

The CD-ROM drive contains a laser diode classified according to IEC 825-1:1993:LASER CLASS 1.

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CE Certificate Important Notes

Components with electrostatic sensitive devices:

Components with electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) may be identified by labels.

Figure 5: ESD label

When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must observe the following points under all circumstances:

● You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grounded object) before working.

● The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charge.

● Pull out the power plug before inserting or pulling out components containing ESDs.

● Always hold components with ESDs by their edges.

● Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.

● When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the section “Cleaning the Server” on page 54.

● Keep this operating manual and all additional documentation (e.g. the PRIMERGY ServerBooks CD) together with the device. If you pass on the device to third parties, you should also pass on the complete documentation.

2.2 CE Certificate

The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 89/336/EEC “Electromagnetic compatibility” and 73/23/EEC “Low voltage directive”. The device therefore qualifies for the CE certificate (CE=Communauté Européenne).

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Important Notes FCC Class A Compliance Statement

V CAUTION!This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

2.3 FCC Class A Compliance Statement

If there is an FCC statement on the device, then:

The following statement applies to the products covered in this manual, unless otherwise specified herein. The statement for other products will appear in the accompanying documentation.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a "Class A" digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules and meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in strict accor-dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-cations. However, there is no warranty that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

● Increase the separation between equipment and the receiver.

● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Fujitsu Siemens Computers is not responsible for any radio or television inter-ference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substi-tution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu Siemens Computers. The correction of interferences caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.

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Transporting the Server Important Notes

The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC rules.

2.4 Transporting the Server

V CAUTION!Transport the server only in its original packaging or in a packaging which protects it from knocks and jolts. Do not unpack the server until you are finished transporting it.

If you need to lift or transport the server, ask other people to help you.

2.5 Notes on Installing in the Rack

● For safety reasons, at least two people are required to install the rack model because of its weight and size.

● When connecting and disconnecting cables, observe the relevant notes in the chapter “Important notes” in the technical manual for the corresponding rack. The technical manual can be found in the delivery package of the rack (see “Related Publications” on page 75).

● When setting up the rack ensure that the anti-tilt bracket is properly fitted.

● For safety reasons only one unit may be withdrawn from the rack at a time when performing assembly or service work.

● If several units are withdrawn at the same time there is a danger that the rack will tilt forward.

● The power connection for the rack must be installed by an authorized technician (electrician).

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Important Notes Environmental Protection

2.6 Environmental Protection

Environmentally friendly product design and development

This product has been designed in accordance with standards for "environmen-tally friendly product design and development". This means that the designers have taken into account decisive criteria such as durability, selection of materials and coding, emissions, packaging, the ease with which the product can be dismantled, and the extent to which it can be recycled.

This saves resources and thus reduces the harm done to the environment.

Notes on saving energy

Devices that do not have to be switched on permanently should not be switched on until they are used and should be switched off during long breaks and upon completion of work.

Notes on packaging

Please do not throw away the packaging. We recommend that you do not throw away the original packaging in case you need it later for transporting your system unit. If possible, the system unit and the devices should only be trans-ported in their original packaging.

Notes on dealing with consumables

Please dispose of printer consumables and batteries in accordance with local government regulations.

Do not throw lithium batteries into the household waste. They must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.

Notes on labeling plastic casing parts

Please avoid sticking your own labels on plastic casing parts wherever possible, since this makes it difficult to recycle them.

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Environmental Protection Important Notes

Take-back, recycling and disposal

For details on take-back and reuse of devices and consumables within Europe, contact your Fujitsu Siemens Computers branch office/subsidiary or our recycling center in Paderborn:

Fujitsu Siemens ComputersRecycling Center D-33106 Paderborn

Tel.: +49 5251 8180-10

Fax +49 5251 8180-15

Further information on environmental protection

The Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH representative for environmental protection will be pleased to answer any further questions you may have concerning environmental protection.

Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbHEnvironmental ProtectionWerner-von-Siemens-Straße 6D-86159 Augsburg

Tel.: +49 821 804-2386

Fax +49 821 804-2706

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3 InstallationV CAUTION!

Please observe the safety information in.chapter “Important Notes” on page 15.

Do not expose the server to extreme environmental conditions (see section “Technical Data” on page 12). Protect it from dust, humidity, and heat.

3.1 Installation Steps

Ê Unpack the server (see section “Unpacking the Server” on page 24).

Ê Mount the sliding rails ant install the server into the rack (see the layout arrangement created with Rack-Architect on the order lists).

Ê Connect the cables to the server according to the desired (rack) configu-ration (see section “Instructions on Connecting and Disconnecting Cables” on page 38).

Ê Connect the server to the power supply (see section “Connecting the Server to Line Voltage” on page 37).

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Unpacking the Server Installation

3.2 Unpacking the Server

V CAUTION!Please observe the safety information in chapter “Important Notes” on page 15.

If you need to lift or transport the server, ask someone to help you.

Do not unpack the server until you are finished transporting it.

It is recommended to not throw away the original packaging material! It may be required for transportation at some later date.

Ê Unpack all the individual parts.

Ê Check the delivery for damage incurred during transportation.

Ê Check whether the delivery agrees with the details in the delivery note.

Ê Check whether all necessary details have been entered on the first page of the warranty coupon booklet.

The model rating plate is located on the left side of the server.

Should you discover that the delivery does not correspond to the delivery note, notify your supplier immediately.

3.3 Installing the Server into the Rack

V CAUTION!Please observe the safety precautions and references to rack installation in chapter “Important Notes” on page 15.

The rack may tip over if more than one unit is removed.

Requirements of the Rack

The rack systems of the Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH (19-Inch (Classic) Rack; DataCenter Rack and PRIMECENTER Rack) support fully the installation of the PRIMERGY server systems. The installation into the at present usual rack systems of different foreign manufacturers (3rd-Party Rack) is supported to large part.

To accommodate the ventilation concept and ensure proper ventilation of the components in the rack, any unused areas must be closed using dummy covers.

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The power is supplied via the socket strips available in the rack.

The main features of the rack systems of the Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH are:

PRIMECENTER Rack

– In connection with so-called assembly brackets frontally bolted telescopic rails or sliding rails.

Two of these assembly brackets and/or the sliding rails are provided with a linear alignment possibility to ensure also an adjustment to different rack depths.

– Extended cable management within the lateral rack area.

DataCenter Rack

– Directly laterally bolted telescopic rails or sliding rails (except within the rear left area where a support angle is used).

– Extended cable management within the lateral rack area.

19-Inch (Classic) Rack

– Directly laterally bolted telescopic rails or sliding rails.

– Cable management by using an articulated cable carrier.

The mounting of the sliding rails and the assembly brackets in the different racks is described in the next sections.

The mounting of the cable management is described in detail in the Technical Manual to the respective rack.

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Installing the Server into the Rack Installation

To rack systems of different foreign manufacturers the following applies:

3rd-Party Rack

Certain boundary conditions are to be fulfilled:

– Installation dimensions (see the dimensions shown in figure 6 on page 27).

– The form of the rack support uprights must ensure the frontal screwing on of the telescope rails.

– in connection with so-called assembly brackets frontally bolted telescopic rails or sliding rails.Two of these assembly brackets and/or the sliding rails are provided with a linear alignment possibility to ensure also an adjustment to different rack depths.

– no support of the cable management (delivered with the mounting kit).– Climatic conditions.

For the ventilation of the installed server a large extent unhindered air intake in the rack front and air discharge in the rear cover of the rack are necessary.In principle the ventilation concept plans that the necessary cooling is reached by the horizontal self-ventilation of the installed devices (air flow from the front to the rear).

– Power supply.For the installation in 3rd-Party Racks it is to be made certain that appro-priate socket strips are present.

1 rack front side2 rack rear sideA rack depth (comparison PRIMECENTER Rack 940/1000 mm)B rack width (comparison PRIMECENTER Rack 700 mm)C clearance of the 19-inch installation levelC1 front 19-inch installation level

C2 rear 19-inch installation levelD area for cable routing (cable area depth) and ventilationE area for front panel and ventilationF right and left area for support systemsP PRIMERGY installation deptha1 front left support upright

a2 front right support uprightb1 rear left support uprightb2 rear right support upright

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Figure 6: Mechanical conditions

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Installing the Server into the Rack Installation

3.3.1 Mounting into the PRIMECENTER or into the DataCenter Rack

For mounting the server in the PRIMECENTER Rack the following parts from the rack mounting kit are necessary:

– support angle– two sliding rails– two holding-down clamps– eight mounting springs (figure 7 on page 28)

For mounting the left sliding rail in the PRIMECENTER Rack, the delivered support angle must first be mounted on the rear left support upright. The angle must be mounted level with the lower edge of the device.

Ê Refer to the assembly instructions in the Technical Manual for the corre-sponding rack (see also “Related Publications” on page 75).

I For better orientation the height units are marked on the support uprights.

Ê Mount the support angle at the appropriate height on the left rear support upright as described in the technical manual of the corresponding rack.

To fasten the sliding rails, no flange nuts are necessary since the rails are equipped with threaded holes. For adjustment in each case two mounting springs must be pre-mounted at the support uprights and the support angle:

Figure 7: Mounting the springs in the support angle

Ê Place the mounting springs (1) in the holes of the support uprights and/or of the support angle at the marked attachment points.

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Figure 8: Mounting the sliding rails in the PRIMECENTER/DataCenter Rack

Ê Using the supplied Allen key (No. 5) secure the end of the sliding rails with two screws M4 each (1 and 2) in the rack at the support uprights and/or at the support angle.

Note with the fact that two mounting springs each are used in the appro-priate openings of the support uprights and/or the support angle (see figure 7 on page 28).

Ê Adjust if necessary the length of the sliding rails by using the oblong holes located on the one end of the rails.

Ê Mount the two holding-down clamps with three screws (3) each on the sliding rails.

Ê Mount the PRIMECENTER/DataCenter Rack cable management (articu-lated cable guide) as described in the Technical Manual of the corre-sponding rack.

Ê Mount the server (see section “Installing the Server” on page 35).

Ê Route the cables with the inserted server as described in the technical manual of the corresponding rack.

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Installing the Server into the Rack Installation

Ê Place the cage nuts for fastening the front panel in the corresponding holes of the front support uprights and fasten the server using two knurled screws (see figure 14 on page 35).

3.3.2 Mounting into the Classic Rack

For mounting the server in the Classic (19-inch) Rack the following parts from the rack mounting kit are necessary:

– two sliding rails– two holding-down clamps– articulated cable carrier

Ê Refer to the assembly instructions in the Technical Manual for the Classic (19-inch) Rack (see “Related Publications” on page 75).

Ê Mark the position of the attachment points for the sliding rails and for the server (front panel) on the support uprights (two height units). Refer to the layout diagram on the order lists created with the Rack Architect program for help.

Ê Place the spring nuts to fasten the sliding rails in the groove of the support uprights at the marked attachment points.

Ê If necessary, adjust the position of the nuts in the groove until they lock into the correct position.

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Figure 9: Mounting the sliding rail in the 42/23 HU rack

Ê Secure the two sliding rails left and right on the support uprights in the rack with the delivered screws (2) using an Allen key no. 5. Please note that the guide nubs (1) of the rails must fit into the holes in the support uprights.

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Installing the Server into the Rack Installation

Figure 10: Mounting the holders

Ê Mount the two holding down clamps on the sliding rails with two screws each.

Ê Mount the server (see section “Installing the Server” on page 35).

Mounting the Articulated Cable Carrier (Cable Management)

V CAUTION!In contrast to the instruction in the Technical Manual for the 19-inch (Classic) Rack the articulated cable carrier is fastened only to the support upright - not at the server.

Ê To secure the articulated cable carrier place two spring nuts in the groove of the rear right support upright. The mounting height must agree with the height of the connecting cables at the server.

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Figure 11: Mounting the articulated cable carrier

Ê Fix the articulated cable carrier with two mounting screws on the rear right support upright.

Figure 12: Routing the cables on the articulated cable carrier

Ê Route the cables as shown in the figure and secure them to the articulated cable carrier with cable ties (1).

Securing the cables to the articulated cable carrier ensures that, if the server is pulled out the articulated cable carrier extends themselves.

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Installing the Server into the Rack Installation

The server can be pulled out so later without further preparations (see figure 13).

Figure 13: Server with articulated cable carrier: pulled out

3.3.3 Mounting into 3rd-Party Racks

For mounting the server in a 3rd-Party Rack the following parts from the rack mounting kit are necessary:

– two sliding rails (assembled)– two holding-down clamps– possibly eight mounting springs (figure 7 on page 28)

Ê Take the original manual of the rack manufacturer regarding the mechanical installation and/or the climatic conditions to assistance.

V CAUTION!With the installation in 3rd-Party Rack it is to be made certain that the air flow is ensured from the front to the rear in the rack.

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Ê Mount the necessary manufacturer original parts (like support angle or cable management).

I Sometimes a number of parts of the delivered mounting kit cannot be used because original parts of the 3rd-Party Rack are to be used.

Ê Mount the sliding rails with the corresponding holding-down clamps in the 3rd-Party Rack as described in section “Mounting into the PRIMECENTER or into the DataCenter Rack” on page 28.

Ê Mount the server (see section “Installing the Server” on page 35).

Ê Route the cables as described in the original manual of the Rack.

Ê Secure the server on the front panel using two knurled screws (see figure 14).

3.3.4 Installing the Server

Figure 14: Installing the server in the rack

Ê Slide the server into the rack.

Ê Fasten the server to the front support upright of the rack using the two knurled screws.

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Installing the Server into the Rack Installation

Figure 15: Mounting the stopper

Ê When the server is inserted in the rack, loosen the two screws on the rear left upper housing edge of the server.

Ê Fasten the stopper with the two screws on the rear left upper housing edge of the server.

Removing occurs in reverse order.

V CAUTION!The stopper serves as impact against unsupervised pulling out the server from the rack.

Do not pull out the server with force.

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Installation Connecting Devices to the Server

3.4 Connecting Devices to the Server

The connector elements used for connecting peripheral devices to the server are located on its back panel (for a description of this part of the server see section “The Rear Side” on page 43).

Some of the devices to be connected require special drivers. Please refer to the documents dealing with the devices for further information on this topic.

3.5 Connecting the Server to Line Voltage

The server is equipped with either a standard power supply or a redundant power supply. In the basic configuration, the standard power supply is used.

The redundant power supply consists of two units. If one unit fails, the respective other unit ensures unimpaired further operation. The defective unit can be replaced during operation.

The power supply units automatically set themselves to a voltage range from 100 V to 240 V.

Ê Connect each power supply module to a grounded power outlet with the power cable supplied.

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Instructions on Connecting and Disconnecting Cables Installation

3.6 Instructions on Connecting and Disconnecting Cables

V CAUTION!Be sure to read the documentation for the peripheral devices before connecting them.

Do not connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm.

When removing a cable, always hold it by the plug. Never unplug a cable by pulling the cable itself.

Connect and disconnect the cables in the order described below.

Connecting cables

Ê Turn off all power and equipment switches.

Ê Pull all power plugs out of grounded power sockets.

Ê Plug all cables into the server and peripherals.

Ê Plug all data communication cables into the utility sockets.

Ê Plug all power cables into the grounded power sockets.

Disconnecting cables

Ê Turn off all power and equipment switches.

Ê Pull all power plugs out of grounded power sockets.

Ê Unplug all data communication cables from the utility sockets.

Ê Disconnect the relevant cables at the server and at the peripherals.

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4 Preparation for Use and Operation

V CAUTION!Please observe the safety information in chapter “Important Notes” on page 15.

4.1 The Front Side

4.1.1 Operation Panel

The operation panel of the PRIMERGY P250 server was developed to allow the user an easy access to some basic control functions of the server and to provide him with information on the server status

The operation panel is located on the front of the server. Its position on the panel is shown by the following figure:

Figure 16: Position of the operation panel

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4

1

5

2

operation panel

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Operation Panel Preparation for use and operation

4.1.1.1 Switches and Indicators

The following figure shows the switches and indicators belonging to the operation panel of the server:

Figure 17: Switches and indicators on the operation panel

Meaning and use of the operation panel elements are as follows:

ON/OFF switchWhen the server is plugged on to mains voltage, it can be switched on using the ON/OFF switch. When the server is switched on, it can be switched off using this switch.

I The ON/OFF switch does not disconnect the server from the line voltage. To completely disconnect it from line voltage, unplug the power cable.

Reset switchPressing the Reset button with a pointed object (e.g. a bent paperclip) reboots the system.

NMI buttonPressing the NMI button with a pointed object (e.g. a bent paperclip) shuts the operating system down immediately.

hard diskdrive active

Message LED

Power-on indicator

NMI button

Operation panel

Reset switch

ON/OFF switch

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Hard disk drive active

lights green when the drive in this module is being accessed.

Message LED

is darkThe system is OK. The status of the server can be determined by the power-on indicator.

flashes orangeThere is a system error.

If ServerView agents have been installed, the type of error may be determined by using ServerView. Once the type of error has been identified, the flashing LED is reset.

If no ServerView agents are installed, [F1] should be pressed in BIOS Setup so that the error type can be identified in the ErrorLog. The flashing LED is reset after exiting BIOS Setup.

lights orangeThis system was explicitly selected by the administrator. This enables the technician to identify the selected system.The LED is set by means of a command in ServerView. If the system is switched off, for a long time and still remains connected to the line voltage the LED will remain in the last state it was set to.

Power-on indicator lights orange, when the server is switched off, but mains voltage is present (Standby mode).

lights green,when the server is switched on.

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Indicators on the Drives Preparation for use and operation

4.1.1.2 Indicators on the Drives

CD-ROM drive indicator

lights up when the CD-ROM drive is being accessed.

Floppy disk drive indicator

lights up when the floppy disk drive is being accessed.

Hard disk drive indicator

Figure 18: Indicators on the hard disk drive

Hard disk drive active

lights green when the drive in this module is being accessed.

Drive error (only in conjunction with a RAID controller)

lights orange

when the drive is defective and needs replacing, or if the slot is not correctly inserted.

flashes orangewhen a rebuild is carried out by the RAID controller after a drive has been exchanged

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Preparation for use and operation Indicators on the rear side

4.2 The Rear Side

Slots for controller boards, connectors, as well as the system status indicator and the power supply units are located on the rear of the server (figure 20 and/or figure 19 on page 44).

4.2.1 Controller-Slots

The server may be equipped with different types of controller boards:

– full-length PCI boards (standard height)

– low-profile PCI boards (reduced height)

Both types of boards are available with either 32 bit and 33 MHz or 64 bit and 100 MHz.

In the full-length version the server provides slots for:

– 1 full-length PCI board, 32 bit / 33 MHz

– 3 full-length PCI boards, 64 bit / 100 MHz

In the low-profile version the server provides slots for:

– 1 full-length PCI board, 32 bit / 33 MHz

– 1 low-profile PCI board, 32 bit / 33 MHz

– 2 low-profile PCI boards, 64 bit / 66 MHz

– 2 low-profile PCI boards, 64 bit / 100 MHz

The low-profile version is the standard version for the server.

The following figures shows the position of the connectors and slots on the server rear side for the low-profile (figure 19 on page 44) and/or the full-length version (figure 20 on page 44) of controller equipment.

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Indicators on the rear side Preparation for use and operation

Figure 19: Server rear side (low-profile version)

Figure 20: Server rear side (full-length version)

mouse parallel port

external

SCSI connector

power supply units

status LED serial ports

keyboard

power supply unit

connectors full-length PCI 32 bit

VGA

LAN/USB

1 slot:

4 slots:

1 slot:low-profile PCI 32 bit

low-profile PCI 64 bit

1 slot: full-length PCI 32 bit

VGA

3 slots:

LAN/USB

full-length PCI 64 bit

mouse parallel port

external

SCSI connector

power supply units

status LED

serial portskeyboard

power supply unit

connectors

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4.2.2 System Status LED

The status LED on the server on the rear of the server:

– lights up orange when the server is switched off or when the server status is Service mode / Identify

– flashes orange when a system error has occurred

4.2.3 Power Supply Unit

The power supply unit (PSU) has no AC outlet, so that no monitor can be powered.

It has an internal voltage selector to switch to the input ranges. The appropriate range is, therefore, set automatically (110 V or 240 V according to mains voltage).

I The server can be equipped with two power supply units when redundant operation is required. In the standard version there is only on power supply unit.

The LED on the power supply unit:

– lights up green when the server is switched on

– flashes green when power is applied to the power supply unit

– lights up orange when the power supply unit is defective or no power is applied but on the second power supply unit mains voltage is present

4.3 System Fan Status Indicator

The status indicator for the system fan is visible on the respective fan unit. The LED is set via commands in the server management and

– lights up green when the fans in the corresponding fan unit are o.k.

– lights up orange when in the corresponding fan unit one of the fans is defective

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Switching the Server On and Off Preparation for use and operation

4.4 Switching the Server On and Off

V CAUTION!If after switching the server on there is nothing but flickering stripes on the screen, switch the server off immediately (see chapter “Important Notes” on page 15

I The ON/OFF switch does not disconnect the server from line voltage. To disconnect it from line voltage completely, remove the power plug from the socket strip.

Switching on

Ê Press the ON/OFF switch.

First system installation

Insert the ServerStart CD and any available floppy configuration disk, and restart the device. Follow the instruction in section “Installation Procedure in ServerStart” on page 49.

System already installed

The server switches on, accomplishes a system test and starts the operating system.

Switching off

Ê Shut down the operating system in an orderly manner.

Ê Press the ON/OFF switch.

The server switches off.

Other switch on/switch off methods

In addition to the power button, the server can be switched on and off in the following ways:

Ê Specified power-on time/power-off timeUsing the ServerView program you can set the time at which the server is switched on or off.

Ê Modem signal (Ring Indicator)The server is switched on via an internal or external modem.

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Ê Wake On LAN (WOL)The server is switched on by a command via the LAN (Magic Package).

Ê After power failureThe system restarts automatically after a power failure. For more details refer to the description for BIOS Setup (see “Related Publi-cations” on page 75).

Ê RemoteThe server can be switched on or reset via LAN/modem by means of the RemoteView Service Board.

4.5 Configuration With ServerStart

ServerStart is a powerful tool for setting up your new PRIMERGY server. Server-Start lets you quickly and smoothly configure and install hardware, the operating system, and additional components.

The ServerStart advantage

– Automatically configure your server hardware and disk arrays

– Receive installation help for all leading server operating systems

– Create configuration files for the unattended installation of several PRIMERGY servers with identical hardware configurations

– Install drivers and additional software

I Which software can be installed depends on the hardware configuration of your server. This configuration is automatically detected.

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Configuration With ServerStart Preparation for use and operation

Using ServerStart

The ServerStart user interface is divided into two areas. All the menus for the application can be quickly found in the Tree View area on the left.

In the User Frame area on the right you can navigate the underlined objects just as you would with an internet browser.

Figure 21: Start-up stream of ServerStart

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4.5.1 Installation Procedure in ServerStart

With the help of ServerStart you can carry out the first installation of your server and perform later adjustments.

I For further information on the installation refer to the ServerStartCD booklet.

Preparation

To install your PRIMERGY server and operating system, you need to boot the computer from the ServerStart CD. In some circumstances you will need to adjust several settings to do this:

For CD-ROM drives on a IDE bus:

Ê Ensure that the corresponding IDE channel is activated in the BIOS of the system board and that the CD-ROM drive is the first boot device in the boot sequence (see “Related Publications” on page 75).

Selecting the desired installation mode

To set up a single server:

It is recommended to configure ServerStart in Guided Mode on the target system. Compared to the Expert Mode, this offers increased security by the recognition and configuration of hardware. Continue with section “Guided installation of a Single Server” on page 50.

I If you decide to install in Expert Mode, you will need to know the hard disk capacity and how to remove cards and configure hard disk drives.

To set up several servers with identical hardware configurations:

In this case, create a target configuration file on a floppy disk either in the Prepa-ration Mode or using the example in the Guided Mode. Continue with section “Replicated Installation of Several Servers (Windows)” on page 52

I Only one boot system can be selected in the Preparation Mode and in the Guided Mode, and only one RAID array can be set as a boot device. If the capacity of the boot drive cannot be determined, select the “Automatic” option for an optimal partitioning.

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4.5.2 Guided installation of a Single Server

Installation in Guided Mode

In Guided Mode, installation assistants configure your server hardware and disk arrays and then install the operating system and integrated applications. For the new installation, standard settings are loaded from a Default Configuration File. This configuration file can be found on the ServerStart CD and may be edited by the administrator.

Proceed as follows:

Ê Switch on the server and place the ServerStart CD in the drive.

Ê Switch off the server and then switch it on again. ServerStart will now be started from the CD-ROM on the target system.

Ê After the boot process the ServerStart user interface appears. Select the installation mode and follow the installation process in the User Frame.

Ê A hardware analysis of the target system is performed and configuration files will be gathered for the installation. Configuration data is gathered for a hardware analysis of the target system.

Ê After the configuration definition has been completed, the installation phase is initiated without any additional restart. Data carriers with the operating system, Service packs, and additional applications are then required to start the installation.

The rest of the installation process including all necessary restarts executes without any input from the user.

I Exception: Necessary specifications that were not made in the configu-ration phase will be requested during the installation.

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Figure 22: Installation in Guided Mode

I During the installation of Windows NT/2000 and NetWare 5, ServerStart also automatically integrates drivers for system components that are not contained in the operating system.During the installation of other operating systems, ServerStart notifies the user of the missing driver

Alternative installation in Expert Mode

In contrast to the Disk and RAID Wizards in the Guided Mode, the Expert Mode lets you directly configure the hardware using the tools specifically from the manufacturer.

– Windows NT Disk Administrator, Global Flash ServicePartition Manager, DuplexData Partition Manager

– Mylex GAM (Global Access Manager), Storage Manager

In connection with the configuration in the Expert Mode, the operating system installation can be performed analogously to the Guided Mode.

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I To update BIOS, firmware, and drivers with Global Flash, you will need a service partition. You can set this up conveniently using the Disk Wizard from ServerStart.

4.5.3 Replicated Installation of Several Servers (Windows)

Step 1: Making a boot disk in the Preparation Mode

In this operating mode with the help of the installation assistants, you can create adapted configuration files for the unattended installation of your PRIMERGY server.

I You can also set up installation floppy disks with all the detected config-uration definitions after the configuration of the target system in Guided Mode and in Expert Mode.

Proceed as follows:

The Preparation Mode starts if ServerStart was installed as an application on an arbitrary Windows PC. Because this computer is not necessarily the target system, no automatic hardware analysis can take place. You will need to manually fill in the necessary information (LAN topology, computer name, IP address).

Ê Fill in the required information in the corresponding menues.

V CAUTION!It is important to correctly specify the boot drive:

– Which SCSI device is the boot disk for the SCSI controller (SCSI ID)?– How many disks are available for a RAID array and which RAID level

(0/1/5) should be used?

I Other devices such as graphics cards or network hardware are automat-ically detected and installed on the target system.

Ê After the configuration has been completed, save the gathered information in an arbitrary file with the *.ini extension either on the hard disk or on a floppy disk. This file can be reopened at an time and modified from within configuration user interface.

I In this way you can store several configuration records for various target systems.

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Ê In order to install a corresponding target system based on the gathered configuration data, you need to create a boot disk and copy the configuration file to this disk under the filename SerStartBatch.ini.

Step 2: Configuration of the target system in Replication Mode

Proceed as follows:

I In the BIOS for the system board and SCSI adapter, define the boot sequence such that the CD-ROM drive precedes the floppy disk drive (see “Related Publications” on page 75).

Ê With the configuration disk in the drive, boot the target system from the ServerStart CD. ServerStart starts in Replication Mode and the installation runs automatically based on the configuration file.

Device drivers needed to operate the detected hardware components will be reported and preinstalled on the selected operating system.

V CAUTION!To successfully install in Replication Mode, the configuration data must agree with the hardware configuration on the target system.

I Intervention in the installation process is only necessary to change data carriers (operating system, service packs, applications) and in the event of an incorrect or incomplete hardware recognition.

The installation is complete.

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Cleaning the Server Preparation for use and operation

4.6 Cleaning the Server

V CAUTION!Switch the server off, and pull the power plug out of the grounded-contact power socket.

Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician.

Do not use any cleaning agents that contain abrasives or may corrode plastic.

Ensure that no liquid enters the system. Ensure that the ventilation areas of the server and the monitor are free.

Use a cloth for disinfection to clean the keyboard and the mouse.

Wipe the server and monitor casing with a dry cloth. If particularly dirty, use a cloth that has been moistened in a mild domestic detergent and then carefully wrung out.

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5 Property and Data ProtectionThe rack model is protected against unauthorized access by means of a lockable rack door.

To protect your system and data internally against unauthorized access, you can use the BIOS Setup security functions.

5.1 BIOS Setup Security Functions

The Security menu in BIOS Setup offers you various options for protecting your data from unauthorized access. By combining these options, you can achieve optimum protection for your system.

I You will find a detailed description of the Security menu and how to assign passwords in the manual for the BIOS Setup and on the PRIMERGY ServerBooks CD (see “Related Publications” on page 75).

Preventing unauthorized BIOS Setup calls

You can activate this protection by setting a setup password in the Security menu. In addition, you can suppress the Press F2 for Setup message in the Security menu. This message is then no longer displayed while the server's startup routine is in progress.

Preventing unauthorized system access

You can activate this protection by setting a system password in the Security menu.

Preventing unauthorized access to the settings of boards with their own BIOS

You can activate this protection by selecting the value Extended for the Setup Password Lock field in the Security menu.

Preventing system booting from the diskette drive

You can activate this protection by selecting the value Diskette Lock for the System Load field in the Security menu.

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Preventing unauthorized writing of diskettes

To activate this protection, select the value Disabled for the Diskette Write field in the Security menu.

Protecting BIOS from overwriting

To activate this protection, select the value Disabled for the Flash Write field in the Security menu.

Protecting the server from being switched on by an external device

To activate this protection select the value Disabled for the Remote Power On field in the Security menu.

Protecting server from being switched off by a program

To activate this protection select the value Disabled for the Soft Power Off field in the Security menu.

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6 Troubleshooting and TipsV CAUTION!

Observe the safety information in the “Security, Warranty and Ergonomics“ manual and in chapter “Installation” on page 23.

If a problem occurs, try to resolve it as described:

– in this chapter,– in the documentation for the attached devices,– in the help systems of the software used.

If you fail to correct the problem, proceed as follows:

Ê Make a note of the steps and the circumstances that led to the fault. Also make a note of any error messages displayed.

Ê Switch the server off.

Ê Contact your customer service center.

6.1 Power-On Indicator Remains Dark

The power-on indicator remains dark after switching on:

Power cord incorrectly connected

Ê Make sure that the power cable is correctly connected to the server and to the grounded power socket.

Power supply overloaded

Ê Pull the server power plug out of the power socket.

Ê Wait a few seconds and plug the power plug into the power socket again.

Ê Switch your server on.

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6.2 The Server Switches Itself Off

Server management has detected an error

Ê In the ServerView program, check the error list or check the error log file using the SCU utility, and attempt to eliminate the error.

6.3 The Screen Remains Dark

Monitor is switched off

Ê Switch your monitor on.

Power saving has been activated (screen is blank)

Ê Press any key on the keyboard.

or

Ê Deactivate screen blanking (screen saver). Enter the appropriate password.

Brightness control is set too dark

Ê Adjust the brightness control to increase the brightness. For detailed infor-mation, please refer to the operating manual supplied with your monitor.

Power cable or monitor cable not connected

Ê Switch off the monitor and the server.

Ê Check whether the power cable is properly connected to the monitor and to the power socket.

Ê Check whether the monitor cable is properly connected to the server and monitor (if it is connected with a plug). If a separate graphics card is installed in the server, then the monitor cable must be connected to the connection on this graphics card.

Ê Switch on the monitor and the server.

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Troubleshooting and Tips Flickering Stripes Across the Monitor

6.4 Flickering Stripes Across the Monitor

V CAUTION!Switch off the server immediately. Risk of damaging the server.

Monitor does not support the set horizontal frequency

Ê Find out which horizontal frequency your monitor supports. You will find the horizontal frequency (also known as line frequency or horizontal deflection frequency) in the documentation for your monitor.

Ê Refer to the documentation for your operating system or to the corre-sponding software for the screen controller for how to set the correct horizontal frequency for your monitor, and follow the procedure accordingly.

6.5 No Screen Display or Display Drifts

The wrong horizontal frequency and/or resolution has been selected for the monitor or for the application program.

Ê Find out which horizontal frequency your monitor supports. You will find the horizontal frequency (also known as line frequency or horizontal deflection frequency) in the documentation for your monitor.

Ê Refer to the documentation for your operating system or to the corre-sponding software for the screen controller for how to set the correct horizontal frequency for your monitor, and follow the procedure accordingly.

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No Mouse Pointer Displayed on the Screen Troubleshooting and Tips

6.6 No Mouse Pointer Displayed on the Screen

Mouse driver not loaded

Ê Check whether the mouse driver is properly installed and is present when the application program is started. Detailed information can be found in the documentation for the mouse, the operating system, or the application program.

Mouse controller disabled

The mouse controller on the system board must be enabled if you use the supplied mouse.

Ê Check in the BIOS Setup that the mouse controller is Enabled.

6.7 The Floppy Disk Cannot Be Read or Written

Ê Check whether the write protection of the floppy disk is activated.

Ê In the BIOS Setup, check the entry for the floppy disk drive.

Ê Check in the BIOS-Setup whether the disk drive controller and write permission are enabled (see technical manual for system board at “Related Publications” on page 75).

6.8 Time and/or Date are Incorrect

Ê Set the time and/or date in the operating system or in the BIOS Setup.

I If the time and date are repeatedly wrong when you switch on your server, you must change the lithium battery. Contact our Service group.

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Troubleshooting and Tips System Fails to Boot

6.9 System Fails to Boot

The system will not boot after installing a new hard disk drive.

SCSI configuration incorrect (Ultra Wide SCSI Controller)

Ê In the SCSI configuration menu check the settings for the hard disk drives (SCSI Device Configuration) and the settings under Advanced Configuration Options.

6.10 Drives "Dead" at System Boot

This error message may occur when the server has a RAID controller:

RAID controller configuration incorrect

Ê Check and correct the settings for the drives using the GAM (Global Array Manager) utility.

Further information is provided in the manual on the RAID controller.

6.11 Added Drive Defective

This error message may occur when the server has a RAID controller:

RAID controller is not configured for this hard disk drive

The drive was probably installed with the system switched off.

Ê Reconfigure the RAID controller for the hard disk drive. Information is contained in the documentation on the RAID controller.

or

Ê Reinstall the drive while the system is switched on.

If the hard disk drive continues to be shown as defective, then replace it (see section “Installing/Removing a SCSI Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 66).

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7 System Components and Expansion

In this chapter you learn how to exchange SCSI hard disk drive modules and power supply units in your server.

V CAUTION!Please observe the safety information in chapter “Important Notes” on page 15.

V CAUTION!If you do not wish to carry out hot-plug operations, then shutdown the operating system, switch off the server and pull all power plugs out of the grounded power outlets.

7.1 SCSI Hard Disk Subsystem

The SCSI hard disk subsystem consists of the hard disk drive modules, the SCSI backplane and the SCSI controller.

The PRIMERGY P250 server can accommodate up to six hard disk drive modules. Ultra3 SCSI hard disk drives (LVD) with a 3.5-inch format and a 1-inch form factor, and an SCA interface are employed. The hard disk drives are mounted in internal modules and are therefore easy to insert and remove. The internal hard disk drive modules are equipped with a status and an error indicator.

If a SCSI disk drive is controlled by a RAID controller and is part of a disk array that operates at RAID Level 1 or 5, a defective hard disk drive module can be replaced without shutting down the system (hot swap). To swap a hard disk drive module, you need a SCSI hard disk drive with the same or higher capacity. The reconstruction of the data (rebuild) on the new hard disk takes place automati-cally after the swap provided that the RAID controller has been properly configured. Refer to the information on the ServerBooks CD and in the manual for the RAID controller (see also at “Related Publications” on page 75).

I So that the storage capacity of the hard disk can be recognized at a glance when the hard disk drive is replaced, several prefabricated stickers with the storage capacities are provided with the server. Each hard disk drive module should bear a sticker indicating its capacity on the

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front. Should no suitable sticker be available, blank stickers for labeling are also provided. The stickers are available in several colors to facilitate identification.

SCSI IDs

The SCSI IDs of the hard disk drive modules are assigned from the bottom up in the order 0, 1, 2, 12, 13, 14 in the 1-channel configuration and 0, 1, 2, 0, 1, 2 in the 2-channel configuration.

Information on RAID Levels

– RAID level 0 and 7Rebuild is not possible. If a hard disk drive fails, its data is lost.

– RAID level 1 and 5 without standby hard disk drive Rebuild on the new disk is carried out automatically when the old disk is swapped.

– RAID level 1 and 5 with standby hard disk drive A standby hard disk drive is automatically enabled as a replacement for the defective hard disk drive and the data of the defective disk is rebuilt on the standby disk.

Ê Read the documentation for the new hard disk drive.

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System Components and Expansion SCSI Hard Disk Subsystem

7.1.1 Structure and Indicators of the Hard Disk Drive Module

The hard disk drives which can be ordered for the server are supplied already mounted in the hard disk drive module. The internal hard disk drive modules are equipped with a status and an error indicator. Unequipped installation bays are covered with a dummy cover.

V CAUTION!A hard disk drive in a hard disk drive module may only be replaced by a service technician.

Figure 23: Hard disk drive module and dummy cover

1 hard disk drive module (hard disk drive carrier with installed hard disk drive)

2 IndicatorsHDD access (LED greenHDD error (LED orange)

3 Handle for the locking and unlocking of the hard disk drive module

4 Locking button

5 Ridge for the application of a sticker with the current drive identifier

6 Dummy cover

7 Locking tabs

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Function of the indicators

7.1.2 Installing/Removing a SCSI Hard Disk Drive Module

If a hard disk drive is to be installed in a bay in which no hard disk drive is previ-ously installed, then the dummy cover must be removed from this bay beforehand.

Removing Dummy Cover

Figure 24: Disengaging the dummy cover

Ê Remove the dummy cover.

Ê To do this, press the two locking tabs at the left and right on the dummy cover together until the detent is released.

Ê Remove the dummy cover from the bay.

Green indicator: The green LED lights when the hard disk drive is accessed. You may not replace the hard disk drive at this time!

Orange indicator. The orange LED flashes when, in conjunction with a RAID controller, the configuration is determined or a rebuild is performed. You may not replace the hard disk drive at this time!The orange indicator stays bright if the hard disk drive is deactivated and/or defective and can be replaced.

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V CAUTION!Keep the dummy cover for future use. If the hard disk drive module is removed again and not replaced with a new module, then the dummy cover must be reinstalled to satisfy cooling requirements, the applicable EMC regulations (regulations on electromagnetic compatibility) and fire protection measures.

Installing Dummy Cover

Ê Insert the dummy cover into the bay.

I Make sure that the dummy cover engages properly in the bay.

Installing SCSI Hard Disk Drive Module

Figure 25: Disengage the hard disk drive module

Ê Unlock the locking mechanism (1) by pressing the locking button.

Ê Swing the handle of the hard disk drive module fully upwards (2).

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Figure 26: Inserting the hard disk drive module

Ê Push the hard disk drive module as far as it will go into the free bay.

Ê Now swing the carrier handle of the hard disk drive module completely down to enable the locking mechanism to engage.

The SCSI IDs of the hard disk drive modules are permanently assigned (see section “Structure and Indicators of the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 65).

Removing SCSI Hard Disk Drive Module

Ê Solve the locking mechanism by pressing the locking button.

Ê Swing the handle of the hard disk drive module fully upwards.

Ê Pull the hard disk drive module completely out.

V CAUTION!If a hard disk drive module has been removed and no new module is installed in its place, then install a dummy cover in the empty bay.

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7.1.3 Replacement of SCSI Hard Disk Drive Module During Operation

V CAUTION!An SCSI hard disk drive module may be swapped in current operation only if the orange LED on the hard disk drive module lights continuously.

V CAUTION!Never pull out a hard disk drive module during operation if you are not sure that the hard disk drive operates on a RAID controller and is part of a disk array that operates in mode RAID Level 1 or 5.

You proceed as follows to swap an SCSI hard disk drive module during current operation:

Ê Press on the locking button of the hard disk drive identified as defective in order to release the locking mechanism.

Ê Swing the handle of the hard disk drive module fully upwards.

Ê Pull out the hard disk drive module a few centimeters.

Ê Wait at least 60 seconds. This is necessary firstly to ensure that the RAID controller is able to recognize that a hard disk drive module has been removed and secondly to allow the hard disk drive to stop rotating.

Ê Pull the hard disk drive module completely out.

Ê Solve the locking mechanism by pressing the locking button.

Ê Swing the handle of the hard disk drive module fully upwards.

Ê Push the new hard disk drive module as far as it will go into the bay.

Ê Now swing the carrier handle of the hard disk drive module completely down to enable the locking mechanism to engage.

The SCSI IDs of the hard disk drive modules are permanently assigned (see section “Structure and Indicators of the Hard Disk Drive Module” on page 65).

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7.2 Redundant Power Supply

The redundant power supply consists of two power supply units.

If one power supply unit fails, the other power supply unit ensures unimpaired further operation. The defective power supply unit can be