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Upgrade and Maintenance Manual - English
FUJITSU Server
PRIMERGY TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2
Upgrade and Maintenance Manual
November 2016

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  • Page 1 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual - English FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual November 2016...

  • Page 2: Copyright And Trademarks

    – The contents of this manual may be revised without prior notice. – Fujitsu assumes no liability for damages to third party copyrights or other rights arising from the use of any information in this manual. – No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Fujitsu.
  • Page 3 Before reading this manual For your safety This manual contains important information for safely and correctly using this product. Carefully read the manual before using this product. Pay particular attention to the accompanying manual "Safety Notes and Regulations" and ensure these safety notes are understood before using the product.
  • Page 4 Please consult the sales staff of Fujitsu if intending to use this product for high safety use. Measures against momentary voltage drop This product may be affected by a momentary voltage drop in the power supply caused by lightning.

  • Page 5: Version History

    Version history Issue number Reason for update 1.0 / March 2016 Initial release 2.0 / November 2016 General update TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 6 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ......27 Notational conventions ....28 Before you start .
  • Page 8 Contents Getting access to the component ....61 4.4.1 Rack server (RX2560 M2) ....61 4.4.1.1 Extending the server out of the rack .
  • Page 9 Contents 4.11.1.1 Tower server (TX2560 M2) ....100 4.11.1.2 Rack server (RX2560 M2) ....101 4.11.2 Closing the accessible drive locking bar .
  • Page 10 Contents 5.2.7.2 Processors ......127 5.2.8 Performing a fan test ..... . 129 5.2.9 Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality .
  • Page 11 Contents 6.4.3 Installing the new PSU ..... . 151 6.4.4 Concluding steps ......151 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) .
  • Page 12 Contents 7.2.13.3 Removing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD SAS backplane ..183 7.2.13.4 Installing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD SAS backplane ..185 7.2.13.5 Installing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover ..187 7.2.13.6 Connecting cables to the backplane 1 .
  • Page 13 Contents 7.3.9.4 Concluding steps ..... . . 219 7.3.10 Removing 3.5-inch HDD modules ....220 7.3.10.1 Preliminary steps .
  • Page 14 Contents 7.4.3 Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box ..242 7.4.3.1 Preliminary steps ..... . 242 7.4.3.2 Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box .
  • Page 15 Contents 7.5.2.2 Removing the defective PCIe SSD backplane ..262 7.5.2.3 Installing the new PCIe SSD backplane ... 264 7.5.2.4 Concluding steps ..... . . 264 Non-hot-plug 2.5-inch HDD/SSD .
  • Page 16 Contents 8.2.3 Installing the new system fan module ....287 8.2.4 Concluding steps ......288 Expansion cards and backup units .
  • Page 17 Contents 9.3.6.3 Installing the slot cover ....313 9.3.6.4 Concluding steps ..... . . 313 9.3.7 Replacing expansion cards in riser modules .
  • Page 18 Contents 9.5.2 Installing the DynamicLoM module ....336 9.5.2.1 Preliminary steps ..... . 336 9.5.2.2 Removing the slot cover .
  • Page 19 Contents 10.2 Installing memory modules ....359 10.2.1 Preliminary steps ......359 10.2.2 Installing a memory module .
  • Page 20 Contents 11.5.3 Removing heat sinks ..... . 387 11.5.4 Replacing heat sinks ..... . 388 11.5.4.1 Removing the heat sink .
  • Page 21 Contents 12.5.2.4 Removing the LSD module from the Multibay box ..414 12.5.2.5 Installing the Multibay box ....415 12.5.2.6 Concluding steps .
  • Page 22 Contents 12.7.3.1 Preliminary steps ..... . 432 12.7.3.2 Removing the defective ultraslim ODD ... 432 12.7.3.3 Installing the new ultraslim ODD .
  • Page 23 Contents 14.3 USB Flash Module (UFM) ....454 14.3.1 Installing the UFM ......454 14.3.1.1 Preliminary steps .
  • Page 24 Contents 14.5.3.2 Replacing the SATA DOM ....476 14.5.3.3 Concluding steps ..... . 476 14.6 iRMC microSD card .
  • Page 25 Contents 16.4 Replacing the OOB cable ....540 16.4.1 Preliminary steps ......541 16.4.2 Replacing the OOB cable .
  • Page 26 Contents Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 27: Introduction

    The FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY TX2560 M2 is a tower server with maximum levels of performance, expandability and availability. The FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY RX2560 M2 is the same server as a rack server. For further information about features and how to install, set up and operate your server, refer to the corresponding operating manual.

  • Page 28: Notational Conventions

    Introduction Notational conventions The following notational conventions are used in this manual: indicates commands or menu items Text in italics indicates system output fixed font indicates text to be entered by the user semi-bold fixed font "Quotation marks" indicate names of chapters and terms that are being emphasized describes activities that must be performed in the order Ê...

  • Page 29: Before You Start

    Your server’s operating manual gives an introduction to server features and provides an overview of available hardware options. Use the Fujitsu ServerView Suite management software and iRMC web frontend to prepare hardware expansions. ServerView Suite documentation is available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com...
  • Page 30 Japanese market: http://www.fujitsu.com/jp/products/computing/servers/primergy/ Please contact your local Fujitsu customer service partner for details on how to order expansion kits or spare parts. Use the Fujitsu Illustrated Spares Catalog to identify the required spare part and obtain technical data and order information.

  • Page 31: Classification Of Procedures

    At the beginning of each procedure, the involved unit type is indicated by one of the symbols introduced in this section. Please ask your local Fujitsu service center for more detailed information. 2.1.1 Customer Replaceable Units (CRU)

  • Page 32: Upgrade And Repair Units (Uru)

    (Repair Units). For the Japanese market, customer allows only upgrade. For upgrade units as customer replaceable, please refer to: http://www.fujitsu.com/jp/products/computing/servers/primergy/ Server management error messages and diagnostic indicators on the front panel and system board will report defective Upgrade and Repair Units as customer replaceable CSS components.

  • Page 33: Field Replaceable Units (Fru)

    Maintenance procedures involving Field Replaceable Units must be performed exclusively by Fujitsu service personnel or technicians trained by Fujitsu. Please note that unauthorized interference with the system will void the warranty and exempt the manufacturer from all liability. Components that are handled as Field Replaceable Units –...

  • Page 34: Average Task Duration

    Before you start Average task duration Hardware: 10 minutes The average task duration including preliminary and concluding steps is indicated at the beginning of each procedure next to the procedure class. Refer to the following table for an overview of steps taken into account for calculating the average task duration.

  • Page 35: Tools You Need At Hand

    Before you start Tools you need at hand When preparing the maintenance task, ensure that all required tools are available according to the overview below. You will find a list of required tools at the beginning of each procedure. List of used screws for global market Screw driver / Bit insert Screw...
  • Page 36 Before you start Screw driver / Bit insert Screw Usage Type Torque Phillips M3 x 4.5 mm PH1 / (+) No. 1 (white) 0.06 Nm A3C40109082 Phillips M2.5 x 4 mm PH1 / (+) No. 1 (silver) 0.4 Nm C26192-Y10-C103 Front VGA UNC #4-40 Hexagon bolt...
  • Page 37 Before you start Screw driver / Bit insert Screw Usage Type Torque Phillips 5.25-inch M3 x 6 mm PH2 / (+) No. 2 accessible (silver/black) drive dummy 0.6 Nm C26192-Y10-C111 module Table 2: List of used screws (global market) List of used screws for Japanese market Screw driver / Bit insert Screw...
  • Page 38 Before you start Screw driver / Bit insert Screw Usage Type Torque Dedicated TPM screw driver / REM 3 x 15 mm TPM module (black) fixing tool C26192-Y10-C176 0.6 Nm Phillips M3 x 4.5 mm PH1 / (+) No. 1 (white) 0.06 Nm A3C40109082...

  • Page 39: Documents You Need At Hand

    – Ensure to store all printed manuals enclosed with your server in a save place for future reference. – Unless stated otherwise, all manuals are available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com under x86 Servers. For the Japanese market please use the following address: http://www.fujitsu.com/jp/products/computing/servers/primergy/manual/...
  • Page 40 PRIMERGY TX2560 M2" leaflet Quick installation poster for initial operation, available online "Quick Start Hardware - FUJITSU Server PRIMERGY RX2560 M2" leaflet Information on initial server setup and software "ServerView Suite Quick configuration available online or from the Start Guide"...
  • Page 41 Document Description Spare parts identification and information system (global market only), available for online use or download (Windows OS) at Illustrated Spares catalog http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com/illustrated_spares from the CSS component view of the ServerView Operations Manager Glossary available online "Warranty" manual Important information on warranty regulations, "...
  • Page 42 Before you start Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 43: Important Information

    Important information CAUTION! Before installing and starting up a device, please observe the safety instructions listed in the following section. This will help you to avoid making serious errors that could impair your health, damage the device and endanger the data base. Safety instructions The following safety instructions are also provided in the manual "Safety Notes and Regulations"...
  • Page 44 Important information Wait until the device has acclimatized to room temperature and is absolutely dry before starting it up. Material damage may be caused to the device if this requirement is not observed. Transport the device only in the original packaging or in packaging that ●...
  • Page 45 Important information Ethernet cabling has to comply with EN 50173 and EN 50174-1/2 standards ● or ISO/IEC 11801 standard respectively. The minimum requirement is a Category 5 shielded cable for 10/100 Ethernet, or a Category 5e cable for Gigabit Ethernet. Route the cables in such a way that they do not create a potential hazard ●...
  • Page 46 Important information Do not damage or modify internal cables or devices. Doing so may cause a ● device failure, fire, or electric shock and will void the warranty and exempt the manufacturer from all liability. Devices inside the server remain hot after shutdown. Wait for a while after ●...
  • Page 47 Important information Working with optical disk drives and media When working with optical disk drives, these instructions must be followed. CAUTION! Only use CDs/DVDs/BDs that are in perfect condition, in order to ● prevent data loss, equipment damage and injury. Check each CD/DVD/BD for damage, cracks, breakages etc.
  • Page 48 Important information Do not contaminate the CD/DVD/BD surface with fingerprints, oil, ● dust, etc. If dirty, clean with a soft, dry cloth, wiping from the center to the edge. Do not use benzene, thinners, water, record sprays, antistatic agents, or silicone-impregnated cloth. Be careful not to damage the CD/DVD/BD surface.
  • Page 49 Important information Modules with Electrostatic-Sensitive Devices Modules with electrostatic-sensitive devices are identified by the following sticker: Figure 1: ESD label When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must always observe the following points: Switch off the system and remove the power plugs from the power outlets ●...
  • Page 50 Important information Transporting the server Only transport the server in its original packaging or in packaging that ● protects it from impacts and jolts. For the Japanese market, transporting the device in its original packaging does not apply. Do not unpack the server until it is at its installation location. ●...

  • Page 51: Ce Conformity

    Important information CE conformity The system complies with the following requirements of the EC directives: 2014/30/EU "Electromagnetic Compatibility" 2014/35/EU "Low Voltage Directive" 2009/125/EC "Ecodesign Directive" 2011/65/EC. "Restriction of hazardous substances" This is indicated by the CE marking (CE = Communauté Européenne).

  • Page 52: Environmental Protection

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ● Fujitsu is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu. The correction of interferences caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
  • Page 53 This directive sets the framework for returning and recycling used equipment and is valid across the EU. When returning your used device, please use the return and collection systems available to you. Further information can be found at http://ts.fujitsu.com/recycling. TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 54 Important information Details regarding the return and recycling of devices and consumables within Europe can also be found in the "Returning used devices" manual, via your local Fujitsu branch, or at http://ts.fujitsu.com/recycling. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 55: Basic Hardware Procedures

    Basic hardware procedures Using diagnostics information Use the Fujitsu ServerView Suite management software to plan the upgrade or replacement of hardware components. Please refer to the following ServerView Suite topics: – Operation – Maintenance It is recommended to prepare local maintenance tasks using remote diagnostics procedures, as described in the "ServerView Suite Local Service Concept...

  • Page 56: Determining The Error Class

    Basic hardware procedures 4.1.2 Determining the error class The Local Service Concept (LSC) allows you to identify defective server components. Failure events are assigned to one of two error classes: – Global Error events that need to be resolved by maintenance personnel –...

  • Page 57: Locating The Defective Component

    Basic hardware procedures – Software / agent related errors: Check the ServerView System Monitor, available on Windows or Linux based servers with ServerView agents installed. For further information, please refer to the "ServerView System Monitor" user guide. 4.1.3 Locating the defective component After determining the error class by the CSS or Global Error indicators (see section "Determining the error class"...

  • Page 58: Shutting Down The Server

    Basic hardware procedures Component LEDs Ê Check the component LEDs on the system board and the server rear (see section "Connectors and indicators" on page 549). In addition to local diagnostic indicators, CSS or Global Error LEDs indicate, if the defective component is a customer replaceable unit or if a service technician needs to be dispatched to replace the part (see section "Determining the error class"...

  • Page 59: Disconnecting The Power Cord

    Basic hardware procedures Disconnecting the power cord Figure 2: Unlocking the cable clamp of a PSU Ê Press the cable clamp down until it disengages (1). Ê Open the cable clamp (2). Figure 3: Removing the power cord from the PSU cable bracket (A) Ê...
  • Page 60 Basic hardware procedures Figure 4: Removing the power cord from the PSU cable bracket (B) Ê Pull the loop on the PSU cable bracket further back as shown (1). Ê Remove the power cord from the PSU cable bracket (2) and disconnect it from the PSU.

  • Page 61: Getting Access To The Component

    Basic hardware procedures Getting access to the component CAUTION! Only for non-hot plug components: ● Before removing or attaching covers, turn off the server, all peripheral devices, and any other connected devices. Because there is a risk of electric shock or damage, please disconnect all power cords from the outlet.
  • Page 62 Basic hardware procedures Ê Remove all remaining external cables from the rear connector panel and expansion cards. Figure 5: Extending the server out of the rack Ê If you are not using a cable mounting arm (CMA kit), ensure that the rear cables are long enough not to be strained or damaged when extending the server out of the rack.

  • Page 63: Removing The Server From The Rack

    Basic hardware procedures 4.4.1.2 Removing the server from the rack In most cases maintenance tasks can be performed while the server is extended from the rack. However, depending on accessibility or security guidelines, it may make sense to completely remove the server from the rack cabinet for maintenance purposes.
  • Page 64 Basic hardware procedures Figure 6: Removing the server from the rack Ê Release the locking bars on both rack rails (1). Ê Lift up the front of the server as shown so that the front and middle rack mounting bolts are disengaged from the mounting points on the rack rails (2).

  • Page 65: Removing The Top Cover

    Basic hardware procedures 4.4.1.3 Removing the top cover Figure 7: Removing the top cover (rack server) Ê Open the locking lever (1). This will slide the top cover back (2) disengaging the locking mechanism. Figure 8: Removing the top cover (rack server) Ê...

  • Page 66: Removing The Id Card

    Basic hardware procedures 4.4.1.4 Removing the ID card Figure 9: Removing the ID card (rack server) Ê Remove the ID card from the server. It may be necessary to pull out on the ID card rather firmly. However, do not apply excessive force. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 67: Removing The Rack Front Cover

    Basic hardware procedures 4.4.1.5 Removing the rack front cover The rack front cover consists of a plastic frame and two rack mounting brackets. For further information, refer to section "Assembling the rack front cover" on page 505. Figure 10: Removing the rack front cover (A) Ê...
  • Page 68 Basic hardware procedures Figure 11: Removing the rack front cover (B) Ê Press down on the locking latch while slightly folding out the rack front cover. Figure 12: Removing the rack front cover (C) Ê Press up on the plastic frame to disengage the bottom locking latch (1). Ê...

  • Page 69: Tower Server (Tx2560 M2)

    Basic hardware procedures 4.4.2 Tower server (TX2560 M2) 4.4.2.1 Unlocking the server Figure 13: Removing the key Ê Lift the key ring to unlatch it (1). Ê Turn the key ring counter-clockwise by 90 degrees (2). Ê Remove the key ring with keys from the server rear. Figure 14: Unlocking the server Ê...

  • Page 70: Removing The Side Cover

    Basic hardware procedures 4.4.2.2 Removing the side cover Figure 15: Removing the side cover (tower server) Ê Open the locking lever (1). This will slide the side cover back disengaging the locking mechanism. Ê Remove the side cover (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 71: Removing Accessible Drive And Hdd Bay Covers

    Basic hardware procedures 4.4.2.3 Removing accessible drive and HDD bay covers Figure 16: Removing the accessible drive bay cover Ê Press up on the locking latch (1) and fold out the accessible drive bay cover (2). Ê Remove the accessible drive bay cover from the front cover. Figure 17: Removing the HDD bay cover Ê...

  • Page 72: Removing The Id Card

    Basic hardware procedures Storing the accessible drive bay cover Figure 18: Storing the accessible drive bay cover Ê Place the accessible drive bay cover on the HDD bay cover as shown. 4.4.2.4 Removing the ID card Figure 19: Removing the ID card (tower server) Ê...

  • Page 73: Removing The Front Cover

    Basic hardware procedures 4.4.2.5 Removing the front cover Figure 20: Removing the front cover (tower server) Ê Pinch the locking clips to disengage the front cover (1, see close-up) while slightly pulling out. Ê Carefully fold out the bottom end of the front cover (2). Ê...

  • Page 74: Reassembling

    Basic hardware procedures Reassembling CAUTION! Before attaching the covers, make sure no unnecessary parts or tools ● are left inside the server. In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on ● electromagnetic compatibility) and satisfy cooling requirements, the server must not run while the top/side cover is removed.

  • Page 75: Installing The Id Card

    Basic hardware procedures Figure 22: Installing the rack mounting frame (B) Ê Ensure that the rack mounting brackets properly engage on both sides of the chassis as shown. Ê Secure the rack front cover with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws on either side. 4.5.1.2 Installing the ID card Figure 23: Installing the ID card (rack server)

  • Page 76: Installing The Top Cover

    Basic hardware procedures 4.5.1.3 Installing the top cover Note for servers with the configuration up to 32x 2.5" HDD/SSD modules: For this configuration the locking lever is positioned more in the middle. It is not possible to use this top cover in other configurations. Figure 24: Installing the top cover (rack server) (A) Ê...
  • Page 77 Basic hardware procedures Figure 25: Installing the top cover (rack server) (B) Ê Close the locking lever on the top cover (1). This will slide the top cover shut engaging the locking mechanism (2). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 78: Mounting The Server In The Rack

    Basic hardware procedures 4.5.1.4 Mounting the server in the rack CAUTION! At least two people are needed to position the server on the rack rails. (For the Japanese market, please refer to " 安全上のご注意 ".) For configurations below 32 kg: At least two people are needed to lift the server into the rack cabinet.
  • Page 79 Basic hardware procedures Figure 26: Mounting the server onto the rack rails Ê Fully extend the rack rails until they lock in place (1). Ê At a slight angle, lower the server onto the rear mounting point on the rack rails (2).

  • Page 80: Sliding The Server Into The Rack

    Basic hardware procedures 4.5.1.5 Sliding the server into the rack Figure 27: Sliding the server into the rack Ê Pull up the locking latch on both rack rails (1). Ê Slide the server inside the rack as far as it will go (2) until the quick release levers lock into place.

  • Page 81: Tower Server (Tx2560 M2)

    Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2 Tower server (TX2560 M2) 4.5.2.1 Installing the front cover Figure 28: Installing the front cover (tower server) (A) Ê Hook the two tabs on the upper end of the front cover into the notches in the chassis.

  • Page 82: Installing The Id Card

    Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2.2 Installing the ID card Figure 30: Installing the ID card (tower server) Ê Insert and slide the ID card into its slot (1) until it locks in place as shown (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 83: Installing Accessible Drive And Hdd Bay Covers

    Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2.3 Installing accessible drive and HDD bay covers Figure 31: Installing the HDD bay cover Ê Insert the HDD bay cover into the front cover as shown (1). Ê Fold in the HDD bay cover until it locks in place (2). Figure 32: Installing the accessible drive bay cover Ê...

  • Page 84: Installing The Side Cover

    Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2.4 Installing the side cover Note for servers with the configuration up to 32x 2.5" HDD/SSD modules: For this configuration the locking lever is positioned more in the middle. It is not possible to use this top cover in other configurations. Figure 33: Installing the side cover (tower server) (A) Ê...
  • Page 85 Basic hardware procedures Figure 34: Installing the side cover (tower server) (B) Ê Close the locking lever on the side cover (1). This will slide the top cover shut engaging the locking mechanism (2). The key lock must be in position "Unlocked". TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 86: Locking The Server

    Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2.5 Locking the server Figure 35: Locking the server Ê If required by security regulations, lock the server: Ê Insert the key into the lock on the server front (1). Ê Turn the key counter-clockwise to lock the front and side covers (2). Ê...

  • Page 87: Connecting The Power Cord

    Basic hardware procedures Connecting the power cord CAUTION! The server supports a mains voltage in the range of 100 V to 240 V. You may only operate the server if its rated voltage range corresponds to the local mains voltage. Ê...
  • Page 88 Basic hardware procedures Figure 38: Mounting the PSU cable bracket Ê Locate the mounting hole on the PSU. Ê Clip the PSU cable bracket into the mounting hole on the PSU. Once attached, a PSU cable bracket cannot be removed from the PSU anymore.
  • Page 89 Basic hardware procedures Figure 40: Securing power cords (B) Ê Slide the loop on the PSU cable bracket onto the cord grip (1). Ensure that the loop on the PSU cable bracket is properly seated on the cord grip. Ê Close the loop around the cord grip as shown (2) to secure the power cord. Ê...

  • Page 90: Switching On The Server

    Basic hardware procedures Switching on the server CAUTION! Before switching on the server, make sure the top/side cover is ● closed. In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on electromagnetic compatibility) and satisfy cooling requirements, the server must not run while the top/side cover is removed.

  • Page 91: Handling The System Air Duct

    Basic hardware procedures Handling the system air duct 4.8.1 Removing the system air duct Figure 41: Removing the system air duct Ê Press in on the locking tab (1) while slightly lifting up the system air duct. Ê Remove the system air duct from of the chassis (2). Use the green touch points (A) to hold the system air duct.

  • Page 92: Installing The System Air Duct

    Basic hardware procedures 4.8.2 Installing the system air duct Figure 42: Installing the system air duct Ê Carefully lower the system air duct into the chassis (1) until the locking tab (2) engage. Use the green touch points (A) to hold the system air duct. Notice the recesses in the system fan holder and the centering hole in the cross bar.

  • Page 93: Handling The System Fan Holder

    Basic hardware procedures Handling the system fan holder 4.9.1 Removing the system fan holder Figure 43: Removing the system fan holder Ê Press in on the two locking tabs (1) while slightly lifting up the system fan holder. Ê Remove the system fan holder from the chassis (2). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 94: Installing The System Fan Holder

    Basic hardware procedures 4.9.2 Installing the system fan holder Figure 44: Installing the system fan holder (A) Ê Insert the system fan holder into its two guides. Ensure that no cables will be damaged by the system fan holder. Figure 45: Installing the system fan holder (B) Ê...

  • Page 95: Handling Riser Modules

    Basic hardware procedures 4.10 Handling riser modules 4.10.1 Installing a riser module Figure 46: Installing the riser module - example riser module 1 Ê Insert the riser module. Ê Carefully push down the riser module until the contacts of the riser card are fully seated in the PCIe socket.
  • Page 96 Basic hardware procedures Figure 47: Installing the slot cover lock Ê Insert the slot cover lock into the gap next to the three slot covers. Ensure that the guides on the inner rear wall (see circles) are properly seated in the cutouts of the slot cover lock.
  • Page 97 Basic hardware procedures Figure 48: Installing the riser module - example riser module 1 Ê Fasten the riser module with four screws at the rear side (see circles). Tighten the screws not too firmly. Please do not tighten the screw with force when you tighten the screw of the slot cover lock.

  • Page 98: Removing A Riser Module

    Basic hardware procedures 4.10.2 Removing a riser module Ê Remove the four screws at the rear side (see circles in figure 48). Figure 49: Removing the slot cover lock Ê Remove the slot cover lock. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 99 Basic hardware procedures Figure 50: Removing riser module - example riser module 1 Ê Remove the three screws inside the chassis (1, see circles). Ê Carefully take out the riser module (2). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 100: Handling Accessible Drive Bays

    Basic hardware procedures 4.11 Handling accessible drive bays 4.11.1 Opening the accessible drive locking bar 4.11.1.1 Tower server (TX2560 M2) Figure 51: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (tower server) Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the accessible drive locking bar (1).

  • Page 101: Rack Server (Rx2560 M2)

    Basic hardware procedures 4.11.1.2 Rack server (RX2560 M2) Figure 52: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack server) Ê Pull up the locking latch to disengage the accessible drive locking bar (1). Ê Fold out the accessible drive locking bar (2). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 102: Closing The Accessible Drive Locking Bar

    Basic hardware procedures 4.11.2 Closing the accessible drive locking bar 4.11.2.1 Tower server (TX2560 M2) Figure 53: Closing the accessible drive locking bar (tower server) Ê Close the locking bar (1) until it locks in place (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 103: Rack Server (Rx2560 M2)

    Basic hardware procedures 4.11.2.2 Rack server (RX2560 M2) Figure 54: Closing the accessible drive locking bar (rack server) Ê Fold in the locking bar (1) until it locks in place (2,see close-up). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 104: Accessible Drive Filler Covers

    Basic hardware procedures 4.11.3 Accessible drive filler covers 4.11.3.1 Removing accessible drive filler covers Figure 55: Removing an accessible drive filler cover Ê Hold the accessible drive filler cover by its two handle recesses and pull it out of the desired installation bays. CAUTION! Always replace filler covers into unused drive bays to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.

  • Page 105: Installing Accessible Drive Filler Covers

    Basic hardware procedures 4.11.3.2 Installing accessible drive filler covers Figure 56: Installing an accessible drive filler cover Ê Hold the accessible drive filler cover by its two handle recesses and insert it into the empty installation bays with the punched-out arrow symbol facing up (see circle).

  • Page 106: Accessible Drive Covers

    Basic hardware procedures 4.11.4 Accessible drive covers 4.11.4.1 Removing accessible drive covers Figure 57: Removing an accessible drive covers Removing accessible drive covers is illustrated by the example of the tower server. In case of the rack front cover, the procedure is identical. Ê...

  • Page 107: Installing Accessible Drive Covers

    Basic hardware procedures 4.11.4.2 Installing accessible drive covers Figure 58: Installing accessible drive covers Installing accessible drive covers is illustrated by the example of the tower server. In case of the rack front cover, the procedure is identical. Ê Ensure that an accessible drive filler cover has been installed in every empty drive bay.

  • Page 108: Handling The Anti-Tilt Bracket

    Basic hardware procedures 4.12 Handling the anti-tilt bracket 4.12.1 Installing the anti-tilt bracket Figure 59: Installing the anti-tilt bracket (A) Ê Fit the anti-tilt bracket onto the bottom edge of the server rear. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 109: Removing The Anti-Tilt Bracket

    Basic hardware procedures Figure 60: Installing the anti-tilt bracket (B) Ê Secure the anti-tilt bracket on the rear of the server with two knurled thumb screws. 4.12.2 Removing the anti-tilt bracket Ê Loosen the two knurled thumb screws on the anti-tilt bracket (see figure 60). Ê...
  • Page 110 Basic hardware procedures Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 111: Basic Software Procedures

    Basic software procedures Starting the maintenance task 5.1.1 Suspending BitLocker functionality BitLocker Drive Encryption provides protection for operating system and data drives by encrypting the contents and requiring users to authenticate their credentials to access the information. In the scenario described here, BitLocker uses the compatible Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to detect if the computer's startup process has been modified from its original state.

  • Page 112: Disabling Svom Boot Watchdog Functionality

    For further information on how to suspend BitLocker drive encryption, please refer to the Microsoft TechNet library at http://technet.microsoft.com/library/cc731549.aspx. Please refer to the Fujitsu web pages for more details. 5.1.2 Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality The ServerView Operations Manager boot watchdog determines whether the server boots within a preset time frame.

  • Page 113: Configuring Boot Watchdog Settings

    Basic software procedures Ê Under Boot Watchdog, you can obtain detailed information about the current watchdog status, time out intervals and actions that are triggered if watchdog time outs are exceeded. For detailed information on BIOS settings, refer to the corresponding BIOS Setup Utility reference manual.

  • Page 114: Removing Backup And Optical Disk Media

    For further information on "forcible" tape ejection, please refer to the "Tape Facts" pages available to Fujitsu service partners from the following https address: https://partners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/ps/Servers/PRIMERGY/Pages/ TapeFacts.aspx...

  • Page 115: Verifying And Configuring The Backup Software Solution

    This is a known restriction of Windows PE with Multipath drivers. Using Update Manager Express Ê If performing an offline BIOS / firmware update, first of all prepare the ServerView Update DVD or USB stick: Ê Download the latest ServerView Update DVD image from Fujitsu: ftp://ftp.ts.fujitsu.com/images/serverview (global market) http://www.fujitsu.com/jp/products/computing/servers/primergy/support/...
  • Page 116 Basic software procedures Ê Before using the ServerView Update DVD or USB stick in an offline environment, properly shut down the server and disconnect all external I/O connections (like LAN, FC or SAS cables) from the system. Only keep mouse, keyboard, video cable and AC power cord connected. Ensure that all external I/O connections are uniquely identified so that you can reconnect them into their original locations after concluding the task.
  • Page 117 Basic software procedures Using PrimeCollect To start PrimeCollect, proceed as follows: Ê Before using PrimeCollect in an offline environment, properly shut down the server and disconnect all external I/O connections (like LAN, FC or SAS cables) from the system. Only keep mouse, keyboard, video cable and AC power cord connected.

  • Page 118: Switching On The Id Indicator

    Basic software procedures 5.1.6 Switching on the ID indicator When working in a datacenter environment or a server room, switch on the ID indicator on the front and rear connector panels of the server for easy identification. For further information, refer to section "Locating the defective server"...

  • Page 119: Completing The Maintenance Task

    (global market) http://www.fujitsu.com/jp/products/computing/servers/primergy/downloads/ (Japanese market) Fujitsu does not assume responsibility for any damage done to the server or for the loss of any data resulting from BIOS updates. 5.2.1.1 Updating or recovering the system board BIOS BIOS flash procedure Ê...
  • Page 120 Basic software procedures Ê Choose one of the following options from the update tool menu to start the iRMC update process: Normal Choose this option to update an existing system board. Initial Choose this option if the system board has been replaced prior to the iRMC update procedure.

  • Page 121: Verifying System Information Backup / Restore

    Basic software procedures CAUTION! Do not interrupt the iRMC upgrade process after it has started. If the process is interrupted, the iRMC BIOS may be permanently corrupted. If the iRMC does not work after flashing, disconnect the system from the mains and reconnect it again. Ê...

  • Page 122: Updating Raid Controller Firmware

    "Local System Update for PRIMERGY Servers" user guide Using the flash tool The latest firmware files are available as ASPs (Autonomous Support Packages) for Windows or as DOS tools from the Fujitsu support web pages at: http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/ (global market) http://www.fujitsu.com/jp/products/computing/servers/primergy/downloads/ (Japanese market) Ê...

  • Page 123: Enabling Option Rom Scan

    Basic software procedures 5.2.4 Enabling Option ROM scan In order to configure an expansion card that has been installed or replaced, the card’s Option ROM has to be enabled in the system board BIOS. The card’s firmware is called by the system BIOS upon reboot and can be entered and configured.

  • Page 124: Reconfiguring The Backup Software Solution

    Further information on suitable backup software solutions and related documentation is available from the Fujitsu web pages. Re-enabling backup drives If a backup drive has been disabled or deleted from the backup software drive list as described in section 5.1.4 on page...

  • Page 125: Resetting The Boot Retry Counter

    Basic software procedures 5.2.6.2 Resetting the boot retry counter The boot retry counter should be reset to its original value concluding every service task. Please note, if the customer does not know about the original boot retry values: If the system boots up and no further errors occur within 6 hours after that successful boot attempt, the boot retry counter will automatically be reset to its default value.

  • Page 126: Resetting The Error Status After Replacing Memory Modules Or Processors

    Using ServerView Maintenance Tools (Windows only) Ê Launch the ServerView Maintenance Tools: – Windows Server 2008 R2 and below: Start > (All) Programs > Fujitsu > ServerView Suite > Agents > Maintenance Tools Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 127: Processors

    Basic software procedures – Windows Server 2012 and above: Start > Apps > Fujitsu > Maintenance Tools Ê Choose the Memory status tab. Ê Select the memory module which shows the pre-failure status. Ê Click on Reset Status. The Reset Status button will only be available if the selected memory module contains errors.
  • Page 128 Using ServerView Maintenance Tools (Windows only) Ê Launch the ServerView Maintenance Tools: – Windows Server 2008 R2 and below: Start > (All) Programs > Fujitsu > ServerView Suite > Agents > Maintenance Tools – Windows Server 2012 and above: Start > Apps > Fujitsu > Maintenance Tools Ê...

  • Page 129: Performing A Fan Test

    Basic software procedures 2. cd /etc/srvmagt 3. rm -f cehist.bin 4. /etc/init.d/eecd_mods_src start /etc/init.d/eecd start /etc/init.d/srvmagt start /etc/init.d/srvmagt_scs start Ê Ensure that all pre-fail / fail status issues have been resolved in ServerView Operations Manager. 5.2.8 Performing a fan test Notes on replacing a defective fan After replacing a defective system fan or power supply unit containing a defective fan, the fan error indicators will stay lit until the next fan test.

  • Page 130: Enabling Svom Boot Watchdog Functionality

    Basic software procedures In the left-hand section of the window, the Configuration tab is being activated. Ê In the navigation area of the Configuration tab, select Other Settings. Ê Under Daily Fan Test, set the daily fan test time to a few minutes from the current time.

  • Page 131: Enabling Replaced Components In The System Bios

    Basic software procedures Configuring boot watchdog settings using the iRMC web frontend Ê Enter the ServerView iRMC web frontend. Ê Select the Server Management menu. Ê Under Watchdog Settings ensure that the check box next to Boot Watchdog is selected. From the drop down list choose Reset and specify the desired timeout delay.

  • Page 132: Verifying The Memory Mode

    Basic software procedures 5.2.11 Verifying the memory mode If a memory module fails, the server will reboot and the defective module will be disabled. As a result, the current operation mode (e.g. Mirrored Channel mode) may no longer be available due to a lack of identical memory module pairs. In this case, the operation mode will automatically revert to Independent Channel Mode.

  • Page 133: Viewing And Clearing The System Event Log (Sel)

    Basic software procedures Ê Select the Main menu. Ê Under System Time and System Date specify the correct time and date. By default, the system time set in the BIOS is RTC (Real Time Clock) local time. If your IT infrastructure relies on universally accepted time standards, set the System Time to UTC (Universal Time, Coordinated) instead.

  • Page 134: Clearing The Sel

    Basic software procedures may have to log on to the server beforehand. The status of the component will then be reset to ok. To see the new status you must refresh the Driver Monitor view with Refresh. For detailed information on how to view and sort the SEL using ServerView Operations Manager, refer to the "ServerView Operations Manager - Server Management"...
  • Page 135 Basic software procedures In order to prevent communication problems, it is necessary to update the changed MAC address stored in the related ifcfg-eth<x> definition file. To update the MAC address, proceed as follows: Procedures may differ depending on your Linux OS or the definition file on the client system.

  • Page 136: Resuming Bitlocker Functionality

    Ê Select the system volume, and click Resume Protection. For further information on how to resume BitLocker drive encryption, please refer to the Microsoft TechNet library at http://technet.microsoft.com/library/cc731549.aspx. Please refer to the Fujitsu web pages for more details. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 137: Performing A Raid Array Rebuild

    Basic software procedures 5.2.16 Performing a RAID array rebuild After replacing a hard disk drive that has been combined into a RAID array, RAID rebuild will be performed completely unattended as a background process. Ê Ensure that the RAID array rebuild has started normally. Wait until the progress bar has reached at least one percent.

  • Page 138: Looking Up Mac Addresses

    Basic software procedures 5.2.17.1 Looking up MAC addresses Ê Enter the ServerView iRMC web frontend. Ê Select the System Information menu. Ê Under Network Inventory, you will find detailed information on each network controller in the managed PRIMERGY server, including its MAC address. This information is only available with the iRMC S4 or above.

  • Page 139: Using The Chassis Id Prom Tool

    After replacing the Chassis ID EPROM, system information has to be entered using the Chassis ID Prom tool. The tool and further instructions are available to maintenance personnel from the Fujitsu Technology Solutions Extranet: https://partners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/ps/Servers/PRIMERGY/ Ê Select your PRIMERGY system from the main area of the page.

  • Page 140: Configuring Lan Teaming

    Basic software procedures CAUTION! Please note that you can only set the ATD flag. Resetting the ATD flag using the Chassis ID Prom Tool is not possible! 5.2.19 Configuring LAN teaming Use ServerView Operations Manager to obtain detailed information on existing LAN teams: Ê...

  • Page 141: Switching Off The Id Indicator

    Basic software procedures 5.2.20 Switching off the ID indicator Press the ID button on the front panel, or use the iRMC web frontend or ServerView Operations Manager to switch off the ID indicator after the maintenance task has been concluded successfully. For further information, refer to section "Locating the defective server"...
  • Page 142 On Windows-based servers with ServerView agents installed, proceed as follows: Ê Click Start, point to All Programs, and then point to Fujitsu - ServerView Suite - Agents - Maintenance Tools. Ê In the Maintenance Tools menu pane, click the Chassis Model Configuration tab.

  • Page 143: Power Supply Unit (Psu)

    Power supply unit (PSU) Safety notes CAUTION! Do not disassemble the PSU. Doing so may cause electric shock. ● Areas around the PSU may remain extremely hot after shutdown. ● After shutting down the server, wait for hot components to cool down before removing the PSU.

  • Page 144: Basic Information

    Power supply unit (PSU) Basic information In its basic configuration, the server is equipped with one PSU. Besides the PSU, a second PSU can be installed optionally to serve as a redundant power supply. If one PSU fails, the second PSU in the redundant configuration ensures operation, can continue uninterrupted and the defective PSU can be replaced during operation (hot-plug).

  • Page 145: Psu Configurations

    Power supply unit (PSU) 6.1.1 PSU configurations Figure 63: Types of PSUs Pos. PSU type Mains input Power class voltage range PSU 450 W (Platinum) 100 V to 240 V PSU 800 W (Platinum) 100 V to 240 V PSU 800 W (Titanium) 200 V to 240 V 100 V to 120 V / PSU 1200 W (Platinum)

  • Page 146: Installing A Psu

    Power supply unit (PSU) Installing a PSU Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less 6.2.1 Preliminary steps No steps needed. 6.2.2 Removing the PSU dummy module Figure 64: Removing a PSU dummy module Ê Press in on both locking latches on the PSU dummy module (1) and carefully detach the dummy module from its slot.

  • Page 147: Installing A Psu

    Power supply unit (PSU) 6.2.3 Installing a PSU Figure 65: Installing a PSU Ê Push the PSU into its slot (1) as far as it will go until the locking latch snaps in place (2). CAUTION! Ensure that the PSU properly engages in its slot and is locked in position in order to prevent it from sliding out of the chassis during transportation.

  • Page 148: Removing A Psu

    Power supply unit (PSU) Removing a PSU Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less Note for servers using CMA (Cable Management Arm) Since the installed CMA is blocking PSUs, additional steps are required in order to remove or replace PSUs: Ê...

  • Page 149: Removing A Psu

    Power supply unit (PSU) 6.3.2 Removing a PSU Figure 66: Removing a PSU Ê Fold up the handle on the PSU. Ê Press in on the green locking latch (1). Ê While keeping the green locking latch pressed, pull the PSU out of its slot (2).

  • Page 150: Replacing A Psu

    Power supply unit (PSU) Replacing a PSU Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less CAUTION! When replacing a PSU in a non-redundant PSU configuration, the ● server must be switched off first. Ensure to replace a defective PSU by a new PSU of the same type. ●...

  • Page 151: Removing The Defective Psu

    Power supply unit (PSU) Ê Remove the power cord from the PSU to be replaced as described in section "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 6.4.2 Removing the defective PSU Ê Remove the PSU as described in section "Removing a PSU" on page 149.
  • Page 152 Power supply unit (PSU) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 153: Hard Disk Drive (Hdd) / Solid State Drive (Ssd)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Safety notes CAUTION! The HDD or SSD must not be removed from the installation frame by ● anyone except a service technician. The HDD/SSD modules (drives) must all be marked clearly so that ●...

  • Page 154: Basic Information

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Basic information The HDDs or SSDs which can be ordered for your server are supplied already mounted in an installation frame so that defective drives can be replaced and new drives can be added during operation. The HDD or SSD and the installation frame together make up the HDD module or SSD module.

  • Page 155: Inch Hdd/Ssd/Pcie Ssd Configurations

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 2.5-inch HDD/SSD/PCIe SSD configurations 7.2.1 Equipping the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD bays – SSDs are always equipped before installing HDDs. – Install dummy modules into unused HDD/SSD bays. – HDDs/SSDs with different capacities are installed from highest to lowest capacity.

  • Page 156: Backplane Overviews

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.2 Backplane overviews Figure 70: Example three backplanes SAS backplane 1 in HDD cage 1 (basic configuration) SAS backplane 2 in optional HDD cage 2 SAS backplane 3 in optional 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box This numbering is based on "Configuration with up to 24 HDD/SSD modules (three backplanes)"...
  • Page 157 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 71: Example five backplanes SAS backplane 1 in HDD cage 1 (basic configuration) SAS backplane 2 in HDD cage 2 (basic configuration) SAS backplane 3 in HDD cage 1 (basic configuration) SAS backplane 4 in HDD cage 2 (basic configuration) SAS backplane 5 in optional 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box This numbering is based on...
  • Page 158 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 72: Example six backplanes SAS backplane 1 in HDD cage 1 (basic configuration) SAS backplane 2 in HDD cage 2 (basic configuration) SAS backplane 3 in HDD cage 1 (basic configuration) SAS backplane 4 in HDD cage 2 (basic configuration) PCIe backplane 1 in optional 8x 2.5-inch PCIe SSD extension box PCIe backplane 2 in optional 8x 2.5-inch PCIe SSD extension box...

  • Page 159: Configuration With Up To Eight Hdd/Ssd Modules (One Backplane)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.3 Configuration with up to eight HDD/SSD modules (one backplane) Mounting order Figure 73: Mounting order for up to 8x 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs HDD/SSD naming scheme Figure 74: Naming scheme for up to 8x 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 160: (Two Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD/SSD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With one SAS controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number) Vendor Product (0) Vendor Product (1) Vendor Product (2)
  • Page 161 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) HDD/SSD naming scheme Figure 76: Naming scheme for up to 16x 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs The HDD/SSD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one SAS controller ServerView RAID Manager display name Position Logical drive number...

  • Page 162: Configuration With Up To 24 Hdd/Ssd Modules (Three Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.5 Configuration with up to 24 HDD/SSD modules (three backplanes) Mounting order Figure 77: Mounting order for up to 24x 2.5-inch HDDs/ SSDs HDD/SSD naming scheme Figure 78: Naming scheme for up to 24x 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 163 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD/SSD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one SAS controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number)

  • Page 164: Configuration With Up To 32 Hdd/Ssd Modules (Five Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.6 Configuration with up to 32 HDD/SSD modules (five backplanes) Mounting order Figure 79: Mounting order for up to 32x 2.5-inch HDDs/ SSDs HDD/SSD naming scheme Figure 80: Naming scheme for up to 32x 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 165 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD/SSD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one SAS controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number)

  • Page 166: Configuration With Up To 24 Hdd/Ssd Modules And Up To 8 Pcie Ssds Sff (Six Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number) Vendor Product (1:28) [29] Vendor Product (1:29) [30] Vendor Product (1:30) [31] Vendor Product (1:31) [32] 7.2.7 Configuration with up to 24 HDD/SSD modules and up to 8 PCIe SSDs SFF (six backplanes) Mounting order HDD/SSD...
  • Page 167 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) HDD/SSD naming scheme HDD/SSD PCIe SSD SFF Figure 82: Naming scheme for up to 24 HDD/SSD modules and up to 8 PCIe SSDs SFF The HDD/SSD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one SAS controller Logical drive...
  • Page 168 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number) Vendor Product (1:13) [14] Vendor Product (1:14) [15] Vendor Product (1:15) [16] Vendor Product (1:16) [17] Vendor Product (1:17) [18] Vendor Product (1:18) [19]...

  • Page 169: Mixed Configuration Of 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Modules And 3.5-Inch Hdd Modules (Three Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.8 Mixed configuration of 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules and 3.5-inch HDD modules (three backplanes) Mounting order Figure 83: Mounting order for up to 16x 2.5-inch HDDs/ SSDs and up to 4x3.5-inch HDDs HDD/SSD naming scheme Figure 84: Naming scheme for up to 16x 2.5-inch HDDs/ SSDs and up to 4x3.5-inch HDDs TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 170 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD/SSD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one SAS controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number)

  • Page 171: Mixed Configuration Of 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Modules And 3.5-Inch Hdd Modules (Five Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.9 Mixed configuration of 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules and 3.5-inch HDD modules (five backplanes) Mounting order Figure 85: Mounting order for up to 24x 2.5-inch HDDs/ SSDs and up to 4x3.5-inch HDDs HDD/SSD naming scheme Figure 86: Naming scheme for up to 24x 2.5-inch HDDs/ SSDs and up to 4x3.5-inch HDDs TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 172 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD/SSD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one SAS controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number)

  • Page 173: Installing 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Modules

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.10 Installing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules PCIe SSDs SFF are mounted in the same frames as the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules. Therefore, this section is also valid and applicable if PCIe SSDs SFF are used. Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU)

  • Page 174: Installing A 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Module

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.10.3 Installing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module Figure 88: Opening the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module locking lever Ê Pinch the green locking clip (1) and open the locking lever (2). Figure 89: Installing the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module Ê...

  • Page 175: Removing 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Modules

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.11 Removing 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules PCIe SSDs SFF are mounted in the same frames as the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules. Therefore, this section is also valid and applicable if PCIe SSDs SFF are used. The preliminary and concluding steps are only necessary for HDD/SSD modules, not for the PCIe SSDs SFF.

  • Page 176: Removing A 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Module

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) In order to permanently remove an operational HDD module that is part of a RAID array from the server, you first need to delete the array using ServerView RAID Manager. CAUTION! All data on all HDDs/SSDs in the RAID array will be lost when deleting a RAID array! Be sure to back up your data before deleting a RAID array.

  • Page 177: Installing A 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Dummy Module

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.11.3 Installing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD dummy module CAUTION! If the removed HDD/SSD module is not replaced immediately, always replace a dummy module into the unused HDD/SSD bay to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. Figure 90: Installing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD dummy module Ê...

  • Page 178: Replacing A 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Module

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.12 Replacing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module PCIe SSDs SFF are mounted in the same frames as the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules. Therefore, this section is also valid and applicable if PCIe SSDs SFF are used. Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU)

  • Page 179: Removing A 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Module

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.12.2 Removing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module Ê Remove the HDD/SSD module to be replaced from the server as described in section "Removing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module" on page 176. 7.2.12.3 Installing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module Ê...

  • Page 180: Removing The 2.5-Inch Hdd Bay Top Cover

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.13.2 Removing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover The 2.5-inch HDD front panel does not need to be removed in order to replace a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane. In the figures, the front panel has been removed for illustration purposes only.
  • Page 181 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 92: Removing the intrusion switch holder (B) Ê Slide back the intrusion switch holder until it disengages from the HDD bay top cover (1). Ê Remove the intrusion switch holder (2) and set aside. Ê...
  • Page 182 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 93: Removing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover Ê Remove five screws from the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover (1). Ê Remove the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover from the chassis (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 183: Removing A 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Sas Backplane

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.13.3 Removing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD SAS backplane The 2.5-inch HDD front panel does not need to be removed in order to replace a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD SAS backplane. In the figures, the front panel has been removed for illustration purposes only.
  • Page 184 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 95: Removing the defective 2.5-inch HDD/SSD SAS backplane (A) Ê Remove four screws from the defective 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (see circles). Figure 96: Removing the defective 2.5-inch HDD/SSD SAS backplane (B) Ê...

  • Page 185: Installing A 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Sas Backplane

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.13.4 Installing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD SAS backplane Figure 97: Installing the new 2.5-inch HDD/SSD SAS backplane (A) Ê At a slight angle, fit the new 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane into the six recesses in the HDD cage (1).
  • Page 186 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The 2.5-inch HDD front panel does not need to be removed in order to replace a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane. In the figures, the front panel has been removed for illustration purposes only. Figure 99: Installing the 2.5-inch HDD cage Ê...

  • Page 187: Installing The 2.5-Inch Hdd Bay Top Cover

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.13.5 Installing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover The 2.5-inch HDD front panel does not need to be removed in order to replace a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane. In the figures, the front panel has been removed for illustration purposes only.
  • Page 188 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 101: Installing the intrusion switch holder (A) Ê Place the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover as shown (1). Ê Slide the intrusion switch holder under the front chassis rim as far as it will go (2).

  • Page 189: Connecting Cables To The Backplane 1

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.13.6 Connecting cables to the backplane 1 Configuration without expander board IMG_4797 SAS MLC1 SAS MLC2 Figure 103: Connecting cables to backplane 1 Ê Connect the two SAS cables to the backplane 1: –...

  • Page 190: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.13.7 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê Ê Install all removed HDD/SSD modules as described in sections "Installing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module"...

  • Page 191: Removing A Sas Backplane And The Sas Expander Holder

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.14.2 Removing a SAS backplane and the SAS expander holder The SAS cables are very strong. For the next steps the SAS expander holder is removed to get better access. Removing the SAS expander holder Figure 104: Removing the SAS expander holder (A) Ê...
  • Page 192 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 105: Removing the SAS expander holder (B) Ê Pull up the SAS expander holder carefully. Ê Disconnect all cables from the SAS expander board. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 193 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 106: Removing the SAS expander holder (C) Ê Bring the SAS expander holder in a right angle to HDD cage. Ê Take the SAS expander holder out upward. TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 194 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Removing the SAS backplane Figure 107: Numbering SAS backplanes Pos. Component SAS backplane 1 SAS backplane 2 SAS backplane 3 SAS backplane 4 Ê Disconnect all cables from the corresponding SAS backplane. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 195 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 108: Removing a SAS backplane - example SAS backplane 3 (A) Ê Remove the four (SAS backplane 3 and 4) or two screws (SAS backplane 1 and 2). Figure 109: Removing a SAS backplane - example SAS backplane 3 (B) Ê...

  • Page 196: Installing A Sas Backplane

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.14.3 Installing a SAS backplane Installing the SAS backplane Figure 110: Installing a SAS backplane - example SAS backplane 3 Ê At a slight angle, fit the new SAS backplane into the corresponding recesses in the HDD cage (see circles).
  • Page 197 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Further information see cabling plan "Power cabling: 24x/32x 2.5" HDDs and SAS 3.0 expander board A3C40176099" on page 517 "Options: OOB for six HDD backplanes and PSAS HBA" on page 530. Connecting SAS cables: The SAS cables will be connected after installing the SAS expander holder.
  • Page 198 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 113: Installing the SAS expander holder (B) Ê Connect all cables to the SAS expander board and the SAS backplanes. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 199 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) – SAS cables: Figure 114: Connecting SAS cables - expander board and backplanes (1) connector X9 on SAS backplane 1 to connector X10 (2) connector X9 on SAS backplane 2 to connector X11 (3) connector X9 on SAS backplane 3 to connector X12 (4) connector X10 on SAS backplane 3 to connector X13 (5) connector X9 on SAS backplane 4 to connector X14...

  • Page 200: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.14.4 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê Ê Install all removed HDD/SSD modules as described in sections "Installing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module"...

  • Page 201: Installing The Sas Expander Board

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 115: Removing the screws of the SAS expander board Ê Remove the five screws (see circles). Ê Remove the SAS expander board from the SAS expander holder. 7.2.15.3 Installing the SAS expander board Figure 116: Installing the SAS expander board Ê...

  • Page 202: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.15.4 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê...

  • Page 203: Removing The 8X 2.5-Inch Hdd Front Panel

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.16.2 Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Figure 117: Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Ê Remove four screws from the 8x 2.5-inch HDD front panel. Ê Pull up the 8x 2.5-inch HDD front panel to disengage it from the chassis. Ê...

  • Page 204: Installing The 2.5-Inch Hdd Bay Top Cover

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.16.5 Installing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover Ê Install the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover as described in section "Installing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover" on page 187. 7.2.16.6 Installing the 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Figure 118: Securing the 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Ê...

  • Page 205: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.2.16.8 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê Ê Install HDD/SSD modules or HDD/SSD dummy modules into all HDD bays as described in sections "Installing a 2.5-inch HDD/SSD module"...

  • Page 206: Inch Hdd Configurations

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 3.5-inch HDD configurations 7.3.1 Equipping the 3.5-inch HDD bays – If only one HDD module is installed, the HDD module will be installed in the left bay (seen from the front) and dummy modules must be installed in the free bays.

  • Page 207: Configuration With Up To Four Hdd Modules (One Backplane)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.3 Configuration with up to four HDD modules (one backplane) Mounting order Figure 120: Mounting order for up to 4x 3.5-inch HDDs HDD naming scheme Figure 121: Naming scheme for up to 4x 3.5-inch HDDs TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 208: Configuration With Up To Eight Hdd Modules (Two Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With one SAS controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number) Vendor Product (0) Vendor Product (1) Vendor Product (2)
  • Page 209 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) HDD naming scheme Figure 123: Naming scheme for up to 8x 3.5-inch HDDs The HDD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With one SAS controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position...

  • Page 210: Configuration With Up To 12 Hdd Modules (Three Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.5 Configuration with up to 12 HDD modules (three backplanes) Mounting order Figure 124: Mounting order for up to 12x 3.5-inch HDDs HDD naming scheme Figure 125: Naming scheme for 12x 3.5-inch HDDs Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 211 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one SAS controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number)

  • Page 212: Mixed Configuration Of 3.5-Inch Hdd Modules And 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd Modules (Three Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.6 Mixed configuration of 3.5-inch HDD modules and 2.5-inch HDD/SSD modules (three backplanes) This configuration is not available for the Japanese market. Mounting order Figure 126: Mounting order for up to 8x 3.5-inch HDDs and up to 8x 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs HDD/SSD naming scheme Figure 127: Naming scheme for up to 8x 3.5-inch HDDs and up to 8x 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 213 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD/SSD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one RAID controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number)

  • Page 214: Mixed Configuration Of 3.5-Inch Hdd Modules And 2.5-Inch Pcie Ssds Sff (Four Backplanes)

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.7 Mixed configuration of 3.5-inch HDD modules and 2.5-inch PCIe SSDs SFF (four backplanes) Mounting order PCIe SSD SFF Figure 128: Mounting order for up to 8 3.5-inch HDDs and up to 8x 2.5-inch PCIe SSDs SFF HDD/SSD naming scheme PCIe SSD SFF Figure 129: Naming scheme for up to 8 3.5-inch HDDs and up to 8x 2.5-inch PCIe SSDs SFF...
  • Page 215 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD/SSD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one SAS controller Logical drive ServerView RAID Manager display name Position number (Enclosure number: Port number)

  • Page 216: Configuration With Non-Hot-Plug Hdds/Ssds

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.8 Configuration with non-hot-plug HDDs/SSDs Mounting order HDD/SSD 2 HDD/SSD 1 Figure 130: Mounting order for non-hot-plug HDDs/SSDs and up to 12x 3.5-inch HDDs HDD naming scheme HDD/SSD 2 HDD/SSD 1 Figure 131: Naming scheme for non-hot-plug HDDs/SSDs and up to 12x 3.5-inch HDDs Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 217 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) The HDD numbering as listed in the ServerView RAID Manager differs from the HDD mounting order: With SAS expander board and one SAS controller (Based on cabling "SAS cabling: 2x 2.5" non-hot-plug HDDs/SSDs / 12x 3.5" HDDs and SAS 3.0 expander board A3C40181407"...

  • Page 218: Installing 3.5-Inch Hdd Modules

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.9 Installing 3.5-inch HDD modules Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less 7.3.9.1 Preliminary steps Ê When working on a tower server, open the HDD bay cover as described in section "Removing accessible drive and HDD bay covers"...

  • Page 219: Installing A 3.5-Inch Hdd Module

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.9.3 Installing a 3.5-inch HDD module Figure 133: Opening the 3.5-inch HDD module locking lever Ê Pinch the green locking clip (1) and open the locking lever (2). Figure 134: Installing the 3.5-inch HDD module Ê...

  • Page 220: Removing 3.5-Inch Hdd Modules

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.10 Removing 3.5-inch HDD modules Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less 7.3.10.1 Preliminary steps Ê If the HDD module to be removed is combined into a RAID array, please proceed as follows: RAID level Procedure Only remove an HDD module combined in a RAID 0 array if...

  • Page 221: Removing A 3.5-Inch Hdd Module

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) For further information, please refer to the "ServerView Suite RAID Management" user guide. Ê When working on a tower server, open the HDD bay cover as described in section "Removing accessible drive and HDD bay covers" on page 7.3.10.2 Removing a 3.5-inch HDD module Ê...

  • Page 222: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.10.4 Concluding steps Ê When working on a tower server, close the HDD bay cover as described in section "Installing accessible drive and HDD bay covers" on page 7.3.11 Replacing a 3.5-inch HDD module Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU)

  • Page 223: Removing A 3.5-Inch Hdd Module

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Only applicable for removing intact HDD modules: Ê Before removing a non-defective HDD module, put the drive into "Offline" state using your RAID configuration software. For further information, please refer to the "ServerView Suite RAID Management"...

  • Page 224: Removing The 3.5-Inch Hdd Bay Top Cover

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) "Removing the system air duct" on page 91 Ê "Removing the system fan holder" on page 93 Ê Ê Disconnect all cables from the defective SAS backplane. 7.3.12.2 Removing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover The 3.5-inch HDD front panel does not need to be removed in order to replace a 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane.
  • Page 225 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 137: Removing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Slide back the intrusion switch holder until it disengages from the HDD bay top cover (1). Ê Remove the intrusion switch holder (2) and set aside. Ê...

  • Page 226: Removing A 3.5-Inch Hdd Sas Backplane

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 138: Removing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (C) Ê Carefully fold up the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover to disengage it from the SAS backplane below (1). Ê Remove the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover from the chassis (2). 7.3.12.3 Removing a 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Figure 139: Removing the 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Ê...

  • Page 227: Installing A 3.5-Inch Hdd Sas Backplane

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.12.4 Installing a 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Figure 140: Installing the new 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (A) Ê Fit the SAS backplane into the guide on the outer wall of the HDD bay (see close-up) and lower it into the bottom rim.

  • Page 228: Installing The 3.5-Inch Hdd Bay Top Cover

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Ê Ensure that the upper edge of the SAS backplane is flush with the HDD bay divider wall (see dashed line). 7.3.12.5 Installing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover Figure 142: Installing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (A) Ê...
  • Page 229 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 143: Installing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Place the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover as shown (1). Ê Slide the intrusion switch holder under the front chassis rim as far as it will go (2).

  • Page 230: Connecting Cables To The Sas Backplane 1

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.12.6 Connecting cables to the SAS backplane 1 Figure 145: Connecting cables to the SAS backplane 1 Ê Connect the SAS cable to the backplane: – (1) from SAS controller connector MLC1 to backplane connector X9 Ê...

  • Page 231: Upgrading To 8X 3.5-Inch Hdd Configurations

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.13 Upgrading to 8x 3.5-inch HDD configurations Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 20 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.3.13.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê...

  • Page 232: Removing The 4X 3.5-Inch Hdd Front Panel

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.13.3 Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel Figure 146: Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel Ê Remove four screws from the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel (see circles). Ê Pull up the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel to disengage it from the chassis (see arrow).

  • Page 233: Installing The Second 3.5-Inch Hdd Sas Backplane

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.13.4 Installing the second 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Figure 147: Installing the second 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (A) Ê Fit the SAS backplane into the guide on the outer wall of the HDD bay (see close-up) and lower it into the bottom rim.

  • Page 234: Installing The 8X 3.5-Inch Hdd Front Panel

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Ê Ensure that the upper edge of the SAS backplane is flush with the HDD bay divider wall (see dashed line). 7.3.13.5 Installing the 8x 3.5-inch HDD front panel Figure 149: Securing the 8x 3.5-inch HDD front panel Ê...

  • Page 235: Connecting Cables To The Sas Backplane 2

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.3.13.7 Connecting cables to the SAS backplane 2 Figure 150: Connecting cables to the SAS backplane 2 Ê Connect the SAS cable to the backplane 2: – (1) from SAS controller connector MLC2 to backplane 2 connector X9 Ê...
  • Page 236 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Ê Install HDD modules or HDD dummy modules into all HDD bays as described in sections "Installing a 3.5-inch HDD module" on page 219 "Installing a 3.5-inch HDD dummy module" on page 221.

  • Page 237: Hdd Extension Boxes

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) HDD extension boxes 7.4.1 HDD extension boxes overview 7.4.1.1 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Figure 151: 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box The 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box occupies accessible drive bays 2 and 3 (see figure 286 on page 393).

  • Page 238: Installing The 8X 2.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.2 Installing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 7.4.2.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality"...

  • Page 239: Installing The 8X 2.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.2.4 Installing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Figure 153: Bending in mounting brackets Ê Using a screw driver, bend the four mounting brackets of the middle installation bay (bay 2) inwards (see close-up): Ê...
  • Page 240 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 154: Inserting the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Insert the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box into installation bays 2 and 3 and carefully push in until it lines up with the front panel. Ê...

  • Page 241: Cabling The 8X 2.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.2.5 Cabling the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Figure 155: Connecting the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Connect the SAS cable C11 from backplane connector X9 to the expander board connector X14 (1). Ê...

  • Page 242: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.2.7 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê...

  • Page 243: Installing Accessible Drive Dummy Covers

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 156: Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Carefully pull the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box out of its installation bays. Ê Engage the locking bar as described in section "Closing the accessible drive locking bar"...

  • Page 244: Replacing The Hdd/Ssd Backplane On The 8X 2.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê "Resuming BitLocker functionality" on page 136 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 90 Ê 7.4.4 Replacing the HDD/SSD backplane on the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU)
  • Page 245 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 157: Removing the HDD/SSD backplane (A) Ê Remove the four screws (see circles). Figure 158: Removing the HDD/SSD backplane (B) Ê Fold up the HDD/SSD backplane (1) and at a slight angle, remove it from the recesses in the HDD extension box (2).

  • Page 246: Installing The New Hdd/Ssd Backplane

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.4.3 Installing the new HDD/SSD backplane Figure 159: Installing the HDD/SSD backplane Ê At a slight angle, fit the HDD/SSD backplane into the six recesses in the HDD extension box (1). Ê...

  • Page 247: Installing The 4X 3.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.5 Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 7.4.5.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality"...

  • Page 248: Installing The 4X 3.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.5.5 Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Figure 160: Bending in mounting brackets Ê Using a screw driver, bend the mounting brackets of the top and middle installation bays (bay 1 and bay 2) inwards (see close-up): Ê...
  • Page 249 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 161: Inserting the 4x 3.5 HDD extension box Ê If applicable, route the cables of the ultraslim ODD through the bay. Ê Insert the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box into installation bays 1 to 3 and carefully push in until it lines up with the front panel.

  • Page 250: Cabling The 4X 3.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.5.6 Cabling the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Figure 162: Connecting cables to the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Connect the SAS cable C11 from backplane connector X9 to the expander board connector X12 (1).

  • Page 251: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.5.8 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê...

  • Page 252: Installing Accessible Drive Dummy Covers

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 163: Removing the HDD extension box Ê Carefully pull the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box out of its installation bays. Ê Engage the locking bar as described in section "Closing the accessible drive locking bar"...

  • Page 253: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.4.6.4 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê...
  • Page 254 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 164: Removing the HDD backplane (A) Ê Remove the two screws (see circles). Figure 165: Removing the HDD backplane (B) Ê Remove the screw (see circle). Ê Remove the bracket. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 255: Installing The New Hdd Backplane

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 166: Removing the HDD backplane (C) Ê Pull out the HDD backplane in the direction of the arrow. 7.4.7.3 Installing the new HDD backplane Figure 167: Installing the HDD backplane (A) Ê...

  • Page 256: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 168: Installing the HDD backplane (B) Ê Place the bracket (see arrow) and fasten it with one screw (see circle). Ê Fasten the HDD backplane with two screws (see figure 164). Ê...

  • Page 257: Inch Pcie Ssd

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 2.5-inch PCIe SSD 7.5.1 Adding 2.5-inch PCIe SSD configurations Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 7.5.1.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality"...

  • Page 258: Installing The Pcie Switches

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 169: Connecting power cable to PCIe SSD extension box Ê Connect the power cable to both PCIe SSD backplanes (1) and the system board (2), see cabling plan "Power cabling: 8x 2.5" PCIe SSD SSF" on page 518.
  • Page 259 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 170: Connecting PCIe cables to PCIe switch Ê Connect cable C27 to the first PCIe switch. Notice the positions of the color- coded PCIe cables. Cable C27 consists of four color-coded PCIe cables. Figure 171: Connecting PCIe cables to PCIe switch Ê...
  • Page 260 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 172: Installing second PCIe switch Ê Install the second PCIe switch in PCIe slot 9 in the same way. Figure 173: Connecting PCIe cables to the PCIe SSD backplanes Ê Connect the PCIe cables to the PCIe SSD backplanes. Notice the colors (see cabling plan "PCIe cabling: 8x 3.5"...

  • Page 261: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 174: Routing PCIe cables Ê Route the PCIe cables as shown in the figure. Ê If applicable, connect the OOB cable (see cabling plan in figure 403 on page 531). 7.5.1.4 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder"...

  • Page 262: Replacing The Pcie Ssd Backplane On The 8X 2.5-Inch Pcie Ssd Extension Box

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.5.2 Replacing the PCIe SSD backplane on the 8x 2.5-inch PCIe SSD extension box Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.5.2.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server"...
  • Page 263 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 175: Removing the PCIe SSD backplane (A) Ê Remove the two screws (see circles). Figure 176: Removing the PCIe SSD backplane (B) Ê Fold up the PCIe SSD backplane (1) and at a slight angle, remove it from the recesses in the PCIe SSD extension box (2).

  • Page 264: Installing The New Pcie Ssd Backplane

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.5.2.3 Installing the new PCIe SSD backplane Figure 177: Installing the PCIe SSD backplane Ê At a slight angle, fit the PCIe SSD backplane into the three recesses in the PCIe SSD extension box (1). Ê...

  • Page 265: Non-Hot-Plug 2.5-Inch Hdd/Ssd

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Non-hot-plug 2.5-inch HDD/SSD 7.6.1 Replacing a non-hot-plug HDD/SSD Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (CRU) – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Tools: – Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver 7.6.1.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality"...

  • Page 266: Removing A Non-Hot-Plug Hdd/Ssd

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 178: Removing the non-hot-plug cage Ê Remove one screw (see circle). Ê Slide the non-hot-plug cage in the direction of the arrow (1). Ê Take off the non-hot-plug cage from the top cover (2). 7.6.1.3 Removing a non-hot-plug HDD/SSD Figure 179: Removing the non-hot-plug HDD/SSD 1...

  • Page 267: Installing A Non-Hot-Plug Hdd/Ssd

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.6.1.4 Installing a non-hot-plug HDD/SSD Figure 180: Installing the non-hot-plug HDD/SSD Ê Place the non-hot-plug HDD/SSD 1 in the non-hot-plug cage. Ê Fasten the non-hot-plug HDD/SSD 1 with the four screws M3 x 3.5 mm (two screws on each side, circles show one side).

  • Page 268: Connecting The Cable To A Non-Hot-Plug Hdd/Ssd

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 182: Installing the non-hot-plug cage (B) Ê Fasten the non-hot-plug cage with one screw M3 x 4.5 mm (see circle). 7.6.1.6 Connecting the cable to a non-hot-plug HDD/SSD Figure 183: Connecting the cable to the non-hot-plug HDD/SSD 1 Ê...

  • Page 269: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 184: Connecting the cable to the non-hot-plug HDD/SSD 2 Ê If applicable, connect the cable C35 (P3) to the non-hot-plug HDD/SSD 2 as shown. 7.6.1.7 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê...

  • Page 270: Upgrading With Non-Hot-Plug Hdds/Ssds

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.6.2 Upgrading with non-hot-plug HDDs/SSDs Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (CRU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.6.2.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê "Shutting down the server"...

  • Page 271: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 185: Connecting cables to the non-hot-plug HDDs/SSDs Ê Connect the cable C35: – (1) data/power connector (P2) to non-hot-plug HDD/SSD 1 – (2) power connector to backplane 1 connector X18 –...

  • Page 272: Sas Expander Board

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) SAS expander board 7.7.1 Installing the SAS expander board Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (FRU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.7.1.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê...

  • Page 273: Installing The Expander Holder

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 187: Installing the SAS expander board Ê Push the SAS expander board in the direction of the arrow. Ê Fasten the SAS expander board with one screw M3 x 4.5 mm (see circle). 7.7.1.3 Installing the expander holder Figure 188: Installing the expander holder (A)
  • Page 274 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Figure 189: Installing the expander holder Ê Fasten the expander holder with one screw M3 x 4.5 mm (see circle). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 275: Connecting Cables To The Expander Board

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.7.1.4 Connecting cables to the expander board 2.5-inch HDD/SSD configurations Figure 190: Connecting cables to expander board Ê If applicable, connect SAS cables to the expander board: – (1) from backplane 1 connector X9 to expander board connector X10 –...
  • Page 276 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) SAS MLC1 SAS MLC2 Figure 191: Connecting cables from expander board to controller Ê Connect the two SAS cables to the SAS expander board: – (1) from SAS controller connector MLC1 to SAS expander board X1 –...
  • Page 277 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 3.5-inch HDD/SSD configurations Figure 192: Connecting cables to expander board Ê Connect SAS cables to the expander board: – (1) from backplane 1 connector X9 to expander board connector X10 – (2) from backplane 2 connector X9 to expander board connector X11 –...

  • Page 278: Concluding Steps

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) SAS MLC1 SAS MLC2 Figure 193: Connecting cables from expander board to controller Ê Connect the two SAS cables to the SAS expander board: – (1) from SAS controller connector MLC1 to SAS expander board X1 –...

  • Page 279: Removing The Sas Expander Board

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.7.2 Removing the SAS expander board Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (FRU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.7.2.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê...

  • Page 280: Removing The Sas Expander Board

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.7.2.3 Removing the SAS expander board Figure 195: Removing the SAS expander board Ê Remove one screw (see circle). Ê Push the SAS expander board in the direction of the arrow. Ê...

  • Page 281: Replacing The Sas Expander Board

    Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) 7.7.3 Replacing the SAS expander board Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (FRU) Tools: tool-less 7.7.3.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê...
  • Page 282 Hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 283: Fans

    Fans Safety notes CAUTION! Do not damage or modify internal cables or devices. Doing so may ● cause a device failure, fire, or electric shock. Devices and components inside the server remain hot after ● shutdown. After shutting down the server, wait for hot components to cool down before installing or removing internal options.

  • Page 284: Basic Information

    Fans Basic information Figure 196: Fan numbering Pos. Component System fan 1 System fan 2 System fan 3 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 285 Fans Figure 197: System fan module – The server contains three hot-pluggable system fan modules. – An system air duct directs the airflow directly onto the CPU heat sinks and memory slots. Additional fans in PSUs are integral parts of the power supply units and cannot be replaced separately.

  • Page 286: Replacing A System Fan Module

    Fans Replacing a system fan module Customer Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (CRU) Tools: tool-less 8.2.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 55 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 61 Ê "Locating the defective component" on page 57 Ê...

  • Page 287: Installing The New System Fan Module

    Fans 8.2.3 Installing the new system fan module Figure 199: Installing a system fan module Ê Fit the system fan module into its bay in the system fan holder as shown with its label facing the server rear. Ê Gently press down on the system fan module until it locks in place. Ê...

  • Page 288: Concluding Steps

    Fans 8.2.4 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Performing a fan test" on page 129 Ê Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 289: Expansion Cards And Backup Units

    Expansion cards and backup units Safety notes CAUTION! Do not damage or modify internal cables or devices. Doing so may ● cause a device failure, fire, or electric shock. Devices and components inside the server remain hot after ● shutdown. After shutting down the server, wait for hot components to cool down before installing or removing internal options.

  • Page 290: Basic Information

    Expansion cards and backup units Basic information The system board offers six PCIe Gen 3 slots for installing expansion cards and one slot for installing a DynamicLoM module. As an option, slot 3 and slot 9 can be equipped with a riser module. In this case slot 3 and slot 9 are occupied by the riser cards.
  • Page 291 Expansion cards and backup units Slot 12 Slot 6 Slot 11 Slot 5 Slot 4 Slot 10 Figure 201: PCI slot overview on the rear Type Type Length/Height*** Function slot preferred slot for RAID PCIe Gen 3 1 x8 (mechanical x8) max. 167 mm / FH controller (system boot) second RAID...

  • Page 292: Expansion Card Installation Sequence

    Single Port, PCIe x8 QLE 2672 16 Gb FC Single Port, PCIe x8 OCe 14102 2x 10 Gb FCoE, PCIe 3.0 x8 Fujitsu D2755 Dual Port 10 Gb SFP+ Intel X540-T2 Dual Port 10 Gb PLAN CP I350-T4 Quad Port 1 Gbit...

  • Page 293: Handling Slot Brackets

    The list may be changed due to new controllers. For the latest information on supported expansion cards, refer your server’s hardware configurator available online at the following address: for the global market: http://ts.fujitsu.com/products/standard_servers/index.htm for the Japanese market: http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/system/ Handling slot brackets...

  • Page 294: Removing A Slot Bracket

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 203: Mounting the PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Secure the slot bracket to the controller with two M3 x 3.5 mm screws. 9.2.2 Removing a slot bracket Upgrade and Repair Unit Average task duration: (URU) 5 minutes Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No.

  • Page 295: Expansion Cards And Riser Cards

    Expansion cards and backup units Expansion cards and riser cards 9.3.1 Installing expansion cards in standard slots Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 9.3.1.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê...

  • Page 296: Removing The Slot Cover

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.1.2 Removing the slot cover Figure 204: Removing the slot cover - example PCI slot 1 Ê Fold up the locking handle on the slot cover clamp (1, see close-up). Ê Press down on the slot cover clamp to disengage it (2, see close-up). Ê...
  • Page 297 Expansion cards and backup units Figure 205: Installing the expansion card - example PCI slot 1 (A) Ê Carefully insert the expansion card into the desired PCI slot and press down firmly until it is fully seated in the slot. For slot preferences, please refer to section "Basic information"...
  • Page 298 Expansion cards and backup units Figure 206: Installing the expansion card - example PCI slot 1 (B) Ê Clip on the PCI slot cover clamp (1). Ê Fold down the locking handle on the PCI slot cover clamp until it locks in place (2).

  • Page 299: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 208: Installing the air duct - PCI slot 1 (B) Ê Only for PCI slot 1: slide the air duct as far as it will go in direction of the arrow. The shoulder screw caps on the chassis floor will lock in the narrow ends of the keyhole slots on the air duct.

  • Page 300: Removing Expansion Cards From Standard Slots

    Expansion cards and backup units "Enabling Option ROM scan" on page 123 Ê "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 130 Ê "Resuming BitLocker functionality" on page 136 Ê Ê If applicable, "After replacing / upgrading LAN controllers" on page 140 9.3.2 Removing expansion cards from standard slots Upgrade and Repair Unit...
  • Page 301 Expansion cards and backup units Figure 209: Removing the air duct - PCI slot 1 (A) Ê Only for PCI slot 1: lift up the locking handle on the air duct (see circle in close-up) while sliding the air duct in direction of the arrow. Figure 210: Removing the air duct - PCI slot 1 (B) Ê...

  • Page 302: Installing The Slot Cover

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 211: Removing an expansion card - example PCI slot 1 Ê Fold up the locking handle on the slot cover clamp (1, see close-up). Ê Press down on the slot cover clamp to disengage it (2, see close-up). Ê...

  • Page 303: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 212: Installing the slot cover - example PCI slot 1 Ê Insert a PCI slot cover into the unused PCI slot opening (1). Ê Clip on the PCI slot cover clamp (2). Ê Fold down the locking handle on the PCI slot cover clamp until it locks in place (3).

  • Page 304: Replacing Expansion Cards In Standard Slots

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.3 Replacing expansion cards in standard slots Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Note on network settings recovery When replacing network controllers or the system board, network configuration settings in the operating system will be lost and replaced by default values.

  • Page 305: Installing A New Expansion Card

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.3.3 Installing a new expansion card Ê If applicable, "Installing a slot bracket" on page 293 Ê Install the expansion card as described in section "Installing expansion cards in standard slots" on page 295. 9.3.3.4 Concluding steps "Reassembling"...

  • Page 306: Upgrading The Server With Riser Modules

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.4 Upgrading the server with riser modules Riser module 1 and riser module 2 are identic. The mounting position of the assembled riser module is different (see figure 201). Installing, removing and replacing expansion cards is the same. Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU)

  • Page 307: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units Ê Remove the rear air grid. CAUTION! Keep the rear air grid for future use. Always install rear air grids into unused installation locations to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. Ê Remove the slot cover of PCI slot 3 as described in section "Removing the slot cover"...

  • Page 308: Installing Expansion Cards In Riser Modules

    Expansion cards and backup units "Updating RAID controller firmware" on page 122 Ê "Enabling Option ROM scan" on page 123 Ê "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 130 Ê "Resuming BitLocker functionality" on page 136 Ê Ê If applicable, "After replacing / upgrading LAN controllers"...

  • Page 309: Removing The Slot Cover Lock

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.5.2 Removing the slot cover lock Figure 215: Removing the slot cover lock (A) Ê If applicable, remove the screw at the rear side (see circle). Figure 216: Removing the slot cover lock (B) Ê Remove the slot cover lock. TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 310: Removing The Slot Cover

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.5.3 Removing the slot cover Figure 217: Removing the slot cover Ê Remove the slot cover. CAUTION! Keep the slot cover for future use. Always replace slot covers into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.

  • Page 311: Installing The Slot Cover Lock

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 218: Installing a PCIe expansion card in a riser module Ê Carefully insert the PCIe expansion card into the desired PCI slot and press down firmly until it is fully seated in the slot. 9.3.5.5 Installing the slot cover lock Figure 219: Installing the slot cover lock...

  • Page 312: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units Ê If applicable, fasten the slot cover lock with the screw at the rear side (see figure 215). 9.3.5.6 Concluding steps "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê Ê Reconnect all external cables to the replaced expansion card. "Connecting the power cord"...

  • Page 313: Installing The Slot Cover

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 220: Removing an expansion card from a riser module Ê Carefully remove the expansion card from its slot. 9.3.6.3 Installing the slot cover Figure 221: Installing the PCI slot cover Ê Insert the slot cover. Ê...

  • Page 314: Replacing Expansion Cards In Riser Modules

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.7 Replacing expansion cards in riser modules Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Note on network settings recovery When replacing network controllers or the system board, network configuration settings in the operating system will be lost and replaced by default values.

  • Page 315: Installing A New Expansion Card

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.7.3 Installing a new expansion card Ê If applicable, install a slot bracket on the new expansion card as described in section "Installing a slot bracket" on page 293. Ê Install the expansion card as described in section "Installing expansion cards in riser modules"...

  • Page 316: Replacing A Riser Card

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.8 Replacing a riser card Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Software: 5 minutes Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 9.3.8.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...

  • Page 317: Removing The Defective Riser Card

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.8.2 Removing the defective riser card Figure 222: Removing a riser card Ê Remove the four screws (see circles). Ê Take the riser card out of the riser card holder. 9.3.8.3 Installing a new riser card Ê...

  • Page 318: Backup Units

    Expansion cards and backup units Backup Units 9.4.1 Basic information The Flash Backup Unit (FBU) backs up the memory contents of the connected SAS RAID controller in the event of a power failure. The server can accommodate up to two backup units. FBU 1 FBU 2 Figure 223: FBU mounting positions...

  • Page 319: Installing An Fbu

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.2 Installing an FBU Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH1/(+) No. 1 screw driver CAUTION! For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important information" on page 9.4.2.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...

  • Page 320: Installing A Tfm

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.2.2 Installing a TFM Notes for variants of TFM Depending on the RAID controller, different TFM kits are available. RAID controller TFM kit D3216 PRAID EP400i (S26361-D3216-Axx) TFM 4G (LSZ:03-25444-05) D3216 PRAID EP420i (S26361-D3216-Bxx) TFM 8G (LSZ:03-25444-01) Figure 224: Mounting the TFM (A) Ê...
  • Page 321 Expansion cards and backup units Figure 225: Mounting the TFM (B) Ê Attach the TFM to the RAID controller. Ê Secure the TFM on the spacer bolts with two screws from the TFM kit. Figure 226: Mounting the TFM (C) Ê...

  • Page 322: Preparing The Fbu

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.2.3 Preparing the FBU Figure 227: Installing the FBU in the FBU holder (A) Ê At a slight angle, fit the FBU under both retaining brackets of the FBU holder. Ê Push in the FBU until it locks in place. Figure 228: Installing the FBU in the FBU holder (B) Ê...

  • Page 323: Installing The Fbu

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 229: Connecting the FBU adapter cable to the FBU Ê Connect the cable end on the FBU module to the FBU adapter cable. 9.4.2.4 Installing the FBU Figure 230: Position of the shoulder screw caps - example FBU 1 TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 324: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 231: Installing the FBU with the FBU holder - example FBU 1 Ê Place the FBU holder on the system air duct so that the three shoulder screw caps on the system air duct rest in the wide ends of the keyhole slots on the FBU holder (1).

  • Page 325: Removing An Fbu

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.3 Removing an FBU Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less CAUTION! Do not throw battery backup units into the trash can. Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.

  • Page 326: Removing The Fbu

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.3.2 Removing the FBU Figure 232: Disconnecting the FBU adapter cable from the FBU cable Ê Press down on the locking latch on the FPU cable (see close-up) and disconnect the FBU adapter cable. Figure 233: Removing the FBU holder from the system air duct Ê...

  • Page 327: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units Ê If you want to remove the FBU adapter cable: Ê Remove the SAS RAID controller as described in section "Removing expansion cards from standard slots" on page 300. Ê Disconnect the FBU adapter cable from the TFM. Ê...

  • Page 328: Removing The Defective Fbu

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.4.2 Removing the defective FBU Ê Remove the FBU with the FBU holder as described in section "Removing an FBU" on page 325. 9.4.4.3 Removing the FBU from the FBU holder Figure 234: Removing the FBU from the FBU holder Ê...

  • Page 329: Replacing A Tfm

    Expansion cards and backup units Ê If applicable, update the firmware of the RAID controller that has been connected to the FBU as described in section "Updating RAID controller firmware" on page 122. "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 130 Ê...

  • Page 330: Removing The Tfm

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.5.2 Removing the TFM Figure 235: Disconnecting the FBU adapter cable from the TFM Ê Disconnect the FBU adapter cable from the TFM. Figure 236: Removing the TFM Ê Remove the two screws (1). Ê Remove the TFM (2). Note for replacing the TFM: The two spacer bolts can remain on the RAID controller.

  • Page 331: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.5.4 Concluding steps Ê Install the SAS RAID controller as described in section "Installing expansion cards in standard slots" on page 295. Ê Connect the SAS cables to their original connectors on the SAS RAID controller.

  • Page 332: Dynamiclom Modules

    Expansion cards and backup units DynamicLoM modules 9.5.1 Basic information DynamicLoM Part number Bolt Part number Screw M3 x 3.5 mm module length for fixation 1Gb x2port S26361-D3245-A100 5 mm C26192-Y1-C65 C26192-Y10-C102 1Gb x4port S26361-D3255-A100 5 mm C26192-Y1-C65 C26192-Y10-C102 10Gb x2port S26361-D3265-A100 8 mm C26192-Y1-C66...

  • Page 333: Plan Em 4X 1Gb T

    Expansion cards and backup units P0:xxxx xxxx xxx0 P1:xxxx xxxx xxx1 Figure 238: MAC label for D3245 9.5.1.2 PLAN EM 4x 1GB T Figure 239: DynamicLoM module D3255 TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 334: Plan Em 2X 10 Gb Sfp

    Expansion cards and backup units P2:xxxx xxxx xxx2(6,A,E) P3:xxxx xxxx xxx3(7,B,F) P0:xxxx xxxx xxx0(4,8,C) P1:xxxx xxxx xxx1(5,9,D) Figure 240: MAC labels for D3255 9.5.1.3 PLAN EM 2x 10 GB SFP Figure 241: DynamicLoM module D3265 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 335: Plan Em 2X 10 Gb T

    Expansion cards and backup units P0:xxxx xxxx xxx0 - 7 P1:xxxx xxxx xxx8 - F Figure 242: MAC label D3265 9.5.1.4 PLAN EM 2x 10 GB T Figure 243: DynamicLoM module D3275 (alternative D3285) TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 336: Installing The Dynamiclom Module

    Expansion cards and backup units P0:xxxx xxxx xxx0 - 7 P1:xxxx xxxx xxx8 - F Figure 244: MAC label D3275 (alternative D3285) 9.5.2 Installing the DynamicLoM module Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tool: – Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver –...

  • Page 337: Removing The Slot Cover

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.2.2 Removing the slot cover Figure 245: Removing the dummy cover Ê Grip the handle and pull out the dummy cover. Figure 246: Removing the system board screw Ê Remove the system board screw (see circle). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 338: Installing The Dynamiclom Module

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.2.3 Installing the DynamicLoM module Figure 247: Removing the protective foil Ê Only for DynamicLoM module D3275/D3285: remove the protective foil. Figure 248: Installing the three bolts Ê Install three bolts (see circles). Different bolts must be used depending on the height of the dynamic LOM module (see section "Basic information"...

  • Page 339: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 249: Installing the DynamicLoM module Ê Install the DynamicLoM module with the bottom side above. Make sure that the connectors are positioned correctly in the rear side. Ê Fasten the DynamicLoM module with three screws M3 x 3.5 mm on the bolts (see circles).

  • Page 340: Software Configuration

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.2.5 Software configuration If no DynamicLoM module was installed in the system before, proceed the following steps: Ê Start BIOS Configuration Utility. Ê Press the [F2] key during POST phase. Ê Select Advanced Menu. Ê Select Onboard Devices Configuration. Onboard CNA Enabled Onboard CNA Oprom Enabled Ê...

  • Page 341: Removing The Dynamiclom Module

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.3 Removing the DynamicLoM module Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tool: – Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver – hexagon screw driver 5 mm – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver (for system board screw) 9.5.3.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...

  • Page 342: Installing The Dummy Cover

    Expansion cards and backup units Ê If no new DynamicLoM module will be installed: Ê Remove the three bolts (see figure 248). Ê Fasten the system board screw (see figure 246). 9.5.3.3 Installing the dummy cover Figure 251: Installing the dummy cover Ê...

  • Page 343: Replacing The Dynamiclom Module

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.4 Replacing the DynamicLoM module Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tool: – Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver – hexagon screw driver 5 mm WWN and MAC addresses will be changed by replacing a DynamicLoM module with different module types or by replacing the system board.

  • Page 344: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.4.4 Concluding steps Ê If applicable, install the riser module 1 as described in section "Installing a riser module" on page "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 90 Ê...

  • Page 345: Serial Interface

    Expansion cards and backup units Serial interface 9.6.1 Installing the serial interface Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: – flat screw driver – nut driver 5 mm The slot brackets contained in the kit are not used in this server. 9.6.1.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...

  • Page 346: Concluding Steps

    Expansion cards and backup units Figure 253: Installing the serial interface Ê Insert the serial interface from inside and secure it with the two hexagon bolts UNC 4-40 (see circles). Figure 254: Connecting the serial interface cable Ê Connect the serial interface cable to the system board connector "COM 1". 9.6.1.3 Concluding steps "Reassembling"...

  • Page 347: Removing The Serial Interface

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.2 Removing the serial interface Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: nut driver 5 mm 9.6.2.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 112 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê...

  • Page 348: Replacing The Serial Interface

    Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.3 Replacing the serial interface Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: nut driver 5 mm 9.6.3.1 Preliminary steps "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 112 Ê "Locating the defective server" on page 55 Ê...

  • Page 349: Main Memory

    Main memory Safety notes CAUTION! Do not install unsupported third party memory modules. For further ● information on supported memory modules, refer to section "Basic information" on page 350. Memory modules remain hot after shutdown. Wait for components to ● cool down before installing or removing memory modules to prevent burns.

  • Page 350: Basic Information

    Main memory 10.1 Basic information DIMM 1E DIMM 2E DIMM 3E DIMM 1F DIMM 2F DIMM 3F DIMM 3H DIMM 2H DIMM 1H DIMM 3G DIMM 2G DIMM 1G DIMM 1A DIMM 2A DIMM 3A DIMM 1B DIMM 2B DIMM 3B DIMM 3D DIMM 2D DIMM 1D...
  • Page 351 SR: Single-Rank, DR: Dual-Rank, QR: Quad-Rank For system relevant information, refer to your server’s hardware configurator available online at the following address: for the global market: http://ts.fujitsu.com/products/standard_servers/index.htm for the Japanese market: http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/system/ TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 352: Population Rules

    Main memory 10.1.1 Population rules – Populate memory slot 1 / channel A (DIMM 1A) first. – In case of 2 CPU configurations, populate memory slot 1 / channel E (DIMM 1E) second. – Within all channels, memory slot 1 must be populated prior to slot 2. Slot 2 must be populated prior to slot 3 (for all CPUs).

  • Page 353: Modes Of Operation

    Main memory 10.1.2 Modes of operation 10.1.2.1 Independent Channel mode CPU 1 CPU2 channel DIMM 1 CPU populated 2 CPUs populated TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 354: Mirrored Channel And Performance Modes

    Main memory 10.1.2.2 Mirrored Channel and Performance modes CPU 1 CPU2 channel DIMM 1 CPU populated 2 CPUs populated Notes on Mirrored Channel and Performance modes – Always populate memory modules in multiples of 4. – Same numbers mean identical modules (capacity, rank). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 355: Rank Sparing Mode

    Main memory 10.1.2.3 Rank Sparing mode Single-/Dual-Rank RDIMMs Channel DIMM 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G # DIMMs Dual CPU configuration (if all modules are of the same capacity) TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 356 Main memory 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G DIMM DIMM Dual CPU configuration Dual CPU configuration (if modules are of different capacities) (if modules are of different capacities) For detailed population rules, refer to section "Notes on Rank Sparing mode"...
  • Page 357 Main memory Quad-Rank RDIMMs Channel DIMM 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G # DIMMs Dual CPU configuration (if all modules are of the same capacity) TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 358 Main memory 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G DIMM DIMM Dual CPU configuration Dual CPU configuration (if modules are of different capacities) (if modules are of different capacities) Notes on Rank Sparing mode –...

  • Page 359: Installing Memory Modules

    Main memory – In order to satisfy cooling requirements, populate memory channels on alternating sides of the CPU: Order CPU 1 CPU 2 Channel A Channel E Channel C Channel G Channel B Channel F Channel D Channel H 10.2 Installing memory modules Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes...

  • Page 360: Installing A Memory Module

    Main memory 10.2.2 Installing a memory module Ê Identify the correct memory slot according to the mounting order described in section "Basic information" on page 350. Figure 256: Installing memory modules (A) Ê Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory slot. Figure 257: Installing memory modules (B) Ê...

  • Page 361: Removing Memory Modules

    Main memory 10.3 Removing memory modules Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less 10.3.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 112 Ê "Locating the defective server" on page 55 Ê...

  • Page 362: Concluding Steps

    Main memory Figure 259: Removing memory modules (B) Ê Remove the ejected memory module. 10.3.3 Concluding steps "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê Ê If applicable, "Updating or recovering the system board BIOS and iRMC"...

  • Page 363: Removing The Defective Memory Module

    Main memory "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 59 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 61 Ê "Removing the system air duct" on page 91 Ê "Locating the defective component" on page 57 Ê...
  • Page 364 Main memory Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 365: Processor (Cpu)

    Processor (CPU) Safety notes CAUTION! Do not install unsupported CPUs. For further information on ● supported CPUs, refer to section "Supported CPUs" on page 366. Circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed and ● can be damaged by static electricity. Always discharge static build-up (e.g.

  • Page 366: Basic Information

    Processor (CPU) 11.1 Basic information The system board D3289 offers two sockets for Intel Xeon CPUs. CPU 2 CPU 1 Figure 260: CPU slots Supported CPUs – Intel Xeon E5-26nnV4 processor series CPUs – Socket type: LGA 2011 package – Thermal Design Power (TDP) class: up to 145 W Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 367: Installing Cpus

    Processor (CPU) 11.2 Installing CPUs Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 15 minutes (URU) Software: 5 minutes Tools: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – nut driver size 6mm CAUTION! CPUs are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must be handled with care.

  • Page 368: Preparing System Air Duct

    Processor (CPU) 11.2.2 Preparing system air duct This description applies only to the following procedure: – Installing the second CPU in a 1 CPU configuration Figure 261: Removing the air shield (A) Ê Pull the air shield in direction of the arrow until it disengages (see circles). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 369 Processor (CPU) Figure 262: Removing the air shield (B) Ê Remove the air shield in a slight angle. TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 370: Installing A Cpu

    Processor (CPU) 11.2.3 Installing a CPU This description applies to the following procedures: – Installing the second CPU in a 1 CPU configuration – Transferring a CPU after replacing the system board Figure 263: Opening socket release lever (marked Open 1st) Ê...
  • Page 371 Processor (CPU) Figure 265: Releasing the load plate Ê Fully fold back the socket release lever marked Close 1st in order to release the load plate (see close-up). Ê Return the socket release lever to its original position. Figure 266: Opening the load plate (A) Ê...
  • Page 372 Processor (CPU) Figure 267: Opening the load plate (B) Ê Fully open the load plate. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch or bend the spring contacts on the CPU socket! Ê Make sure that the load plate is in the fully open position. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 373 Processor (CPU) Figure 268: Installing the CPU Ê Hold the CPU with your thumb and index finger. Align the arrow on the lower left edge of the CPU with the registration mark (small triangle) stamped on the CPU socket (see close-up). Ê...
  • Page 374 Processor (CPU) Figure 269: Closing the load plate (A) Ê Carefully lower the load plate over the CPU. Figure 270: Closing the load plate (B) Ê Fully fold back the socket release lever marked Close 1st until the bail on the lever (A) catches the latch on the load plate (see close-up).
  • Page 375 Processor (CPU) Figure 271: Closing socket release lever and removing protective socket cover Ê Close the socket release lever marked Close 1st (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab to lock down the load plate (2). Ê When closing the load plate, the protective socket cover will automatically detach (3).

  • Page 376: Concluding Steps

    Processor (CPU) Ê Install the heat sinks as described in section "Installing heat sinks" on page 385. 11.2.4 Concluding steps "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê Ê Reconnect all external cables. "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê...

  • Page 377: Preliminary Steps

    Processor (CPU) 11.3.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 112 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 59 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 61 Ê...
  • Page 378 Processor (CPU) Figure 274: Opening socket release lever (marked Close 1st) Ê Unlatch the socket release lever marked Close 1st by pushing it down and towards the socket (1). Ê The socket release lever will slightly lift up (2). Figure 275: Releasing the load plate Ê...
  • Page 379 Processor (CPU) Figure 276: Opening the load plate Ê Push down on the socket release lever marked Open 1st (1) to lift the load plate away from the socket (2). Figure 277: Removing the CPU Ê Fully open the load plate (1). Make sure that the load plate is in the fully open position.

  • Page 380: Installing The Protective Socket Cover

    Processor (CPU) Ê Carefully remove the defective CPU from its socket (2) in a vertical motion. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch or bend the spring contacts on the CPU socket. Ê Thoroughly clean residual thermal paste from the CPU surface using a lint- free cloth.

  • Page 381: Concluding Steps

    Processor (CPU) Figure 278: Installing the protective socket cover Ê Snap the protective socket cover into the load plate. 11.3.4 Concluding steps "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê...

  • Page 382: Upgrading Or Replacing Cpus

    Processor (CPU) 11.4 Upgrading or replacing CPUs Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 15 minutes (FRU) Software: 5 minutes Tools: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – nut driver size 6mm CAUTION! CPUs are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must be handled with care.

  • Page 383: Installing The Cpu

    Processor (CPU) 11.4.2.2 Installing the CPU Ê Install the CPU as described in section "Installing a CPU" on page 370. 11.4.3 Concluding steps "Installing heat sinks" on page 385 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê...

  • Page 384: Handling Heat Sinks

    Processor (CPU) 11.5 Handling heat sinks Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 15 minutes (URU) Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) if thermal paste is involved Tools: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – nut driver size 6mm 11.5.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server"...

  • Page 385: Installing Heat Sinks

    Processor (CPU) 11.5.2 Installing heat sinks 11.5.2.1 Preparing the heat sink and CPU When installing a new heat sink Figure 279: Removing the protective heat sink cover Ê Remove the protective cover from the heat sink. CAUTION! Ensure not to touch the thermal paste on the bottom of the heat sink. When reusing a heat sink Ê...

  • Page 386: Installing The Heat Sink

    Processor (CPU) 11.5.2.2 Installing the heat sink Figure 280: Installing the heat sink Ê Carefully seat the heat sink on the four threaded holes as shown (see close- up). CAUTION! – Ensure that the screws on the heat sink are properly seated on the threaded holes.

  • Page 387: Removing Heat Sinks

    Processor (CPU) 11.5.3 Removing heat sinks Figure 281: Removing the heat sink Ê Loosen the four captive screws on the heat sink in a crossover pattern (1-4). Ê Carefully turn the heat sink back and forth to detach it from the CPU. This may be necessary due to the adhesive quality of the thermal paste located between the heat sink and CPU.

  • Page 388: Replacing Heat Sinks

    Processor (CPU) 11.5.4 Replacing heat sinks 11.5.4.1 Removing the heat sink Ê Remove the heat sink as described in section "Removing heat sinks" on page 387. 11.5.4.2 Applying thermal paste Ê Apply thermal paste to the CPU surface as described in section "Applying thermal paste"...

  • Page 389: Applying Thermal Paste

    Processor (CPU) 11.6 Applying thermal paste Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (FRU) Tools: tool-less – For the Japanese market, the service engineer must follow the instruction provided separately. – If the CPU upgrade or replacement kit contains a new CPU heat sink, a thin layer of thermal compound has already been pre-applied to its lower surface.
  • Page 390 Processor (CPU) Figure 283: Applying thermal paste Ê Apply a dot of thermal paste to the center of the CPU surface as shown. Two graduation marks on the syringe equal the correct amount of thermal paste for one CPU. CAUTION! Do not mix different types of thermal paste.

  • Page 391: Accessible Drives

    Accessible drives Safety notes CAUTION! Before installing an accessible drive, see the manual for the ● accessible drive. When inserting an accessible drive into the server, ensure not to ● pinch or strain any connected cables. When installing an accessible drive, hold it by its sides. Applying force ●...

  • Page 392: Basic Information

    Accessible drives 12.1 Basic information Accessible drive bays PRIMERGY TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 server offers three 5.25-inch accessible drive bays for optical disk drives and backup drives. Figure 284: Accessible drives mounting order (tower server) 5.25 inch x 1.6 inch Figure 285: Accessible drives mounting order (rack server) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 393 Accessible drives Mounting order for accessible drives 5.25“ SL ODD 5.25“ SL ODD Bay 1 5.25“ x 1.6“ 5.25“ x 1.6“ 3.5“ LSD 3.5“ HDD (Multibay) 3.5“ HDD Bay 2 5.25“ x 1.6“ 5.25“ x 1.6“ 8 x 2.5“ HDD/ 3.5“...
  • Page 394 Accessible drives Order Accessible drive Drive bay Max. Occupied Interface USB 2.0 Bay 3 RDX backup drive 1.6" x 5.25" if occupied: Bay 2 or 1 USB 3.0 8x 2.5-inch HDD Bays 2+3 3.2" x 5.25" extension box 8x 2.5-inch PCIe SSD Bays 2+3 3.2"...

  • Page 395: Installing Accessible Drives

    Accessible drives 12.2 Installing accessible drives Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 12.2.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 59 Ê...

  • Page 396: Backup Drives

    Accessible drives 12.2.3 Installing mounting brackets to RDX and DAT72 backup drives This section is not applied for Japanese market. Backup drive mounting brackets are contained in mounting kit S26361-F3753- E1 (to be ordered separately with the backup drive). No new mounting brackets are available when replacing a backup drive during service.
  • Page 397 Accessible drives Figure 289: Securing mounting brackets to an RDX backup drive Ê Secure the backup drive mounting brackets to the RDX backup drive with two screws per bracket as shown. Figure 290: Securing mounting brackets to a DAT72 backup drive Ê...

  • Page 398: Installing An Accessible Drive

    Accessible drives 12.2.4 Installing an accessible drive Figure 291: Mounting brackets in right position Ê Ensure that the four mounting brackets in the desired accessible drive bay have not been bent inwards as for installing HDD extension boxes. If applicable, bend the mounting brackets back to the original positions (see close-up).
  • Page 399 Accessible drives Figure 292: Inserting the accessible drive Ê Insert the accessible drive into its installation bay and carefully push in until it lines up with the front panel. CAUTION! For installing a LTO drive: ensure that the power cables routed behind the accessible drive cage are not trapped when pushing the LTO drive in its bay.
  • Page 400 Accessible drives Figure 293: Example connecting ODD power cable Ê Connect the power cable C25 to a free connector of the power cable C8. Figure 294: Example routing ODD SATA cable Ê Connect the SATA cable C3 to the system board connector SATA 5 (see section "Cabling plans"...

  • Page 401: Concluding Steps

    Accessible drives 12.2.5 Concluding steps Ê If applicable, install the expansion card in slot 1 as described in section "Installing expansion cards in standard slots" on page 295. Ê If applicable, "Installing a riser module" on page 95 "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê...

  • Page 402: Removing An Accessible Drive

    Accessible drives "Getting access to the component" on page 61 Ê The front cover only needs to be removed in order to install accessible drive dummy covers. If the accessible drive is replaced after being removed, leave the front cover installed. "Removing the system air duct"...

  • Page 403: Concluding Steps

    Accessible drives 12.3.4 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 90 Ê...

  • Page 404: Removing The Defective Accessible Drive

    Accessible drives 12.4.2 Removing the defective accessible drive Ê Remove all cables from the accessible drive. Ê Remove the accessible drive as described in section "Removing an accessible drive" on page 402. 12.4.3 Installing the new accessible drive Ê Install the accessible drive as described in section "Installing an accessible drive"...

  • Page 405: Slimline Odd And Lsd In Multibay Box

    Accessible drives 12.5 Slimline ODD and LSD in Multibay box 12.5.1 Installing the slimline ODD or LSD Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 12.5.1.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server"...
  • Page 406 Accessible drives Figure 296: Disassembling the slimline ODD dummy module Ê Disengage (1) and remove (2) the slimline ODD dummy from the slimline ODD installation frame. Figure 297: Mounting the slimline ODD in the installation frame Ê Fit the slimline ODD into the slimline ODD installation frame. Ê...
  • Page 407 Accessible drives Figure 298: Mounting the slimline ODD module in the Multibay box Ê Insert the slimline ODD module into the Multibay box (1) and push back until the locking tab (2) engages. Figure 299: Mounting the slimline ODD in the installation frame (B) Ê...

  • Page 408: Installing The Lsd Module Into The Multibay Box

    Accessible drives 12.5.1.3 Installing the LSD module into the Multibay box Figure 300: Inserting the LSD module into the 3.5-inch installation frame Ê From the front, slide the LSD module into the 3.5-inch installation frame until the locking latch (see close-up) engages. Figure 301: Installing the 3.5-inch installation frame in the Multibay box (A) Ê...

  • Page 409: Removing Accessible Drive Dummy Covers

    Accessible drives Figure 302: Installing the 3.5-inch installation frame in the Multibay box (B) Ê Secure the installation frame in the Multibay box with two screws (M3 x 6 mm) on either side. Ê Before inserting the Multibay box into the chassis, connect the LSD cable to the LSD module.

  • Page 410: Concluding Steps

    Accessible drives Figure 303: Inserting the Multibay box Ê Insert the Multibay box into installation bay 1 and carefully push in until it lines up with the front panel (1). Ê Close the locking bar (2) until it locks in place (3). Ê...

  • Page 411: Removing A Slimline Odd Or Lsd

    Accessible drives 12.5.2 Removing a slimline ODD or LSD Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 12.5.2.1 Preliminary steps "Removing backup and optical disk media" on page 114 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê...

  • Page 412: Removing The Slimline Odd From The Multibay Box

    Accessible drives Figure 304: Removing the Multibay box Ê Carefully pull the Multibay box out of its installation bay (1). Ê Close the locking bar (2) until it locks in place (3). 12.5.2.3 Removing the slimline ODD from the Multibay box Figure 305: Removing the slimline ODD from the Multibay box Ê...
  • Page 413 Accessible drives Ê From inside the Multibay box, press out on the slimline ODD module and pull it out of its bay (2). Figure 306: Removing the slimline ODD from its installation frame Ê Disengage (1) and remove (2) the slimline ODD from its installation frame. Figure 307: Mounting the slimline ODD dummy insert in the installation frame Ê...

  • Page 414: Removing The Lsd Module From The Multibay Box

    Accessible drives Ê Ensure that the four pins on the frame (see arrows) engage with the side holes on the dummy insert. Ê Insert the slimline ODD dummy module into the Multibay box and push back until the locking tab engages (see figure 298). 12.5.2.4 Removing the LSD module from the Multibay box Figure 308: Removing the 3.5-inch installation frame from the Multibay box (A) Ê...

  • Page 415: Installing The Multibay Box

    Accessible drives Figure 310: Removing the LSD module from the 3.5-inch installation frame Ê Press in on the locking latch (see close-up) to disengage the LSD module (1). Ê Pull the LSD module out of the 3.5-inch installation frame (2). Ê...

  • Page 416: Replacing A Slimline Odd Or Lsd

    Accessible drives 12.5.3 Replacing a slimline ODD or LSD Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 12.5.3.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server"...

  • Page 417: Installing The New Slimline Odd

    Accessible drives 12.5.3.4 Installing the new slimline ODD Ê Install the slimline ODD into the Multibay box as described in section "Installing the slimline ODD into the Multibay box" on page 405. 12.5.3.5 Installing the new LSD module Ê Install the LSD module into the Multibay box as described in section "Installing the LSD module into the Multibay box"...

  • Page 418: Ultraslim Odd In 4X 3.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Accessible drives 12.6 Ultraslim ODD in 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension 12.6.1 Installing the ultraslim ODD Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 12.6.1.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server"...

  • Page 419: Installing The Ultraslim Odd Into The Hdd Extension Box

    Accessible drives 12.6.1.2 Installing the ultraslim ODD into the HDD extension box Figure 311: Removing the ultraslim ODD dummy cover Ê Remove the ultraslim ODD dummy cover. CAUTION! Keep the dummy cover for future use. If a ultraslim ODD is removed and not immediately replaced by a new one, a ultraslim ODD dummy cover must be replaced in the slot to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
  • Page 420 Accessible drives Figure 312: Removing the ultraslim ODD locking latch Ê Remove the two screws from the locking latch (see circles). Ê Remove the locking latch. Figure 313: Installing the locking latch on the ultraslim ODD Ê Secure the locking latch to the ultraslim ODD with its two original screws (see close-up).
  • Page 421 Accessible drives Figure 314: Installing the ultraslim ODD on the HDD extension box Ê Slide the ultraslim ODD into its bay until it locks into place (see close-up). Figure 315: Connecting cables to the ultraslim ODD Ê Connect the power cable C23 (1) and the SATA cable C11 (2) to the ultraslim ODD.

  • Page 422: Installing The 4X 3.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Accessible drives 12.6.1.3 Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Install the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box as described in section "Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box" on page 247. Ê Connect the power cable C23 from the ultraslim ODD to a free connector of the power cable C8 (see section "Cabling plans"...

  • Page 423: Removing The Ultraslim Odd

    Accessible drives 12.6.2 Removing the ultraslim ODD Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 12.6.2.1 Preliminary steps "Removing backup and optical disk media" on page 114 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê...
  • Page 424 Accessible drives Figure 316: Removing the ultraslim ODD from the extension box Ê Pull down the locking latch (1). Ê Remove the ultraslim ODD (2). Figure 317: Removing the locking latch from the ultraslim ODD Ê Remove the two screws (1). Ê...

  • Page 425: Installing The 4X 3.5-Inch Hdd Extension Box

    Accessible drives Ê If the removed ultraslim ODD is not to be replaced by a new drive: Ê Secure the locking latch to the ultraslim ODD with its two original screws to the HDD cage (see figure 312). Ê Insert the ultraslim ODD dummy cover (see figure 311). 12.6.2.4 Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê...

  • Page 426: Removing The Defective Ultraslim Odd

    Accessible drives "Getting access to the component" on page 61 Ê Removing the front cover is not required in order to replace the ultraslim ODD in the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box. "Removing the system air duct" on page 91 Ê...

  • Page 427: Ultraslim Odd In Ultraslim Odd Adapter

    Accessible drives 12.7 Ultraslim ODD in ultraslim ODD adapter 12.7.1 Installing the ultraslim ODD Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: – Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver – Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 12.7.1.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server"...

  • Page 428: Installing The Ultraslim Odd Into The Ultraslim Odd Adapter

    Accessible drives 12.7.1.2 Installing the ultraslim ODD into the ultraslim ODD adapter Figure 318: Removing the ultraslim ODD dummy cover - ultraslim ODD adapter Ê Remove the ultraslim ODD dummy cover. CAUTION! Keep the dummy cover for future use. If a ultraslim ODD is removed and not immediately replaced by a new one, a ultraslim ODD dummy cover must be replaced in the slot to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.

  • Page 429: Installing The Ultraslim Odd Adapter

    Accessible drives Figure 320: Installing the ultraslim ODD in the ultraslim ODD adapter (B) Ê Secure the ultraslim ODD to the ultraslim ODD adapter with two screws (see circles). Ê Connect the power cable C23 and the SATA cable C11 to the ultraslim ODD (see figure 315).

  • Page 430: Removing The Ultraslim Odd

    Accessible drives 12.7.2 Removing the ultraslim ODD Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver 12.7.2.1 Preliminary steps "Removing backup and optical disk media" on page 114 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê...

  • Page 431: Installing The Ultraslim Odd Adapter

    Accessible drives Figure 321: Removing the ultraslim ODD from the ultraslim ODD adapter Ê Remove the two screws (1). Ê Remove the ultraslim ODD (2). Ê If the removed ultraslim ODD is not to be replaced by a new drive: Ê...

  • Page 432: Replacing The Ultraslim Odd

    Accessible drives 12.7.3 Replacing the ultraslim ODD Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: – Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver – Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 12.7.3.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server"...

  • Page 433: Concluding Steps

    Accessible drives 12.7.3.4 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 90 Ê...
  • Page 434 Accessible drives Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 435: Front Panel And External Connectors

    Front panel and external connectors Safety notes CAUTION! When inserting the front panel module into the server, ensure not to ● pinch or strain any connected cables. Circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed and ● can be damaged by static electricity. Always discharge static build-up (e.g.

  • Page 436: Replacing The Front Panel Module

    Front panel and external connectors 13.1 Replacing the front panel module Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (FRU) Software: 5 minutes Tools: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver (if front VGA connector installed) –...

  • Page 437: Removing The Front Panel Module

    Front panel and external connectors "Removing the system air duct" on page 91 Ê "Removing the system fan holder" on page 93 Ê 13.1.2 Removing the front panel module Removing front panel cables from the system board Figure 322: Disconnecting the front panel cables Ê...
  • Page 438 Front panel and external connectors Figure 323: Opening the accessible drive locking bar The front cover (tower server) / rack mounting frame (rack server) does not need to be removed in order to replace the front panel module. In the figures, the front cover / rack mounting frame has been removed for illustration purposes only.

  • Page 439: Removing Cables From The Front Panel Module

    Front panel and external connectors 13.1.3 Removing cables from the front panel module Figure 325: Removing the front panel cables Ê Cut through the cable tie (1) and remove the front panel cable (2). Ê Remove the two screws (3) and remove the front USB cable (4). Ê...

  • Page 440: Installing The Front Panel Module

    Front panel and external connectors 13.1.5 Installing the front panel module Installing the front panel module Figure 326: Installing the front panel module Ê Insert the front panel module into its installation bay and carefully push in until the front screw hole on the front panel frame lines up with the centering pin on the locking bar.

  • Page 441: Concluding Steps

    Front panel and external connectors Connecting front panel cables to the system board Figure 328: Connecting front panel cables to the system board Ê Run the front panel cables through the cable guide (A). Ê Connect the front panel cable to the system board (1). Ê...

  • Page 442: Front Vga Connector

    Front panel and external connectors "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 130 Ê "Resuming BitLocker functionality" on page 136 Ê 13.2 Front VGA connector 13.2.1 Installing the front VGA connector Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: – Slotted screw driver for removing the front VGA dummy cover –...

  • Page 443: Removing The Front Vga Dummy Cover

    Front panel and external connectors 13.2.1.2 Removing the front VGA dummy cover Figure 329: Removing the front VGA dummy cover (A) Ê Use a slotted screwdriver to press down on the locking latch of the front VGA dummy cover. Figure 330: Removing the front VGA dummy cover (B) Ê...

  • Page 444: Installing The Front Vga Connector

    Front panel and external connectors 13.2.1.3 Installing the front VGA connector Figure 331: Connecting front VGA cable to the front VGA board Ê Connect the front VGA cable to the front VGA board. Figure 332: Installing the front VGA connector (A) Ê...

  • Page 445: Concluding Steps

    Front panel and external connectors Figure 333: Installing the front VGA connector (B) Ê Secure the front VGA board with two screws (see circles). Ê Secure the front VGA cable to the lug with a cable tie (see circle). 13.2.1.4 Concluding steps "Installing the front panel module"...

  • Page 446: Removing The Front Vga Connector

    Front panel and external connectors 13.2.2 Removing the front VGA connector Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Tools: – Phillips PH0 / (+) No. 0 screw driver – Side cutter (for cable tie) 13.2.2.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality" on page 111 Ê...

  • Page 447: Removing The Vga Connector

    Front panel and external connectors 13.2.2.2 Removing the VGA connector Figure 334: Removing the front VGA connector (A) Ê Remove the two screws (see circles). Ê Cut through the cable tie (see circle). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 448: Installing The Front Vga Dummy Cover

    Front panel and external connectors Figure 335: Removing the front VGA connector (B) Ê Rotate the front VGA board clockwise. Ê Remove the front VGA board. 13.2.2.3 Installing the front VGA dummy cover Figure 336: Installing the front VGA dummy cover Ê...

  • Page 449: Concluding Steps

    Front panel and external connectors 13.2.2.4 Concluding steps "Installing the front panel module" on page 440 Ê "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord"...

  • Page 450: Installing The New Front Vga Connector

    Front panel and external connectors 13.2.3.3 Installing the new front VGA connector Ê Install the front VGA connector as described in section "Installing the front VGA connector" on page 442. 13.2.3.4 Concluding steps "Installing the front panel module" on page 440 Ê...

  • Page 451: System Board And Components

    System board and components Safety notes CAUTION! Devices and components inside the server remain hot after ● shutdown. After shutting down the server, wait for hot components to cool down before installing or removing internal options. Circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed and ●...

  • Page 452: Cmos Battery

    System board and components SATA DOM ● With the Innodisk Serial ATA Disk on Module (SATADOM) an internal SSD is offered. This SSD can be configured as a boot device or data storage device. iRMC microSD card ● The iRMC microSD card is necessary for using the embedded Lifecycle Management (eLCM) functionality of the iRMC.

  • Page 453: Preliminary Steps

    System board and components 14.2.1.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 55 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 59 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 61 Ê "Removing the system air duct"...

  • Page 454: Usb Flash Module (Ufm)

    System board and components "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 90 Ê "Verifying system information backup / restore" on page 121 Ê "Verifying the system time settings" on page 132 Ê...

  • Page 455: Installing The Ufm

    System board and components 14.3.1.2 Installing the UFM Figure 338: UFM installation kit Pre-assembled UFM flash module kit: USB Flash Module (UFM) UFM spacer UFM nylon screw Figure 339: Position on the system board TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 456: Concluding Steps

    For the Japanese market, follow the instructions provided separately. In order to setup the ESXi configuration, the VMware ESXi Recovery Tools CD is required. An ISO image of the CD is available from the Fujitsu service partners portal at the following https address: https://globalpartners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/ps/Servers/PRIMERGY/...

  • Page 457: Removing The Ufm

    System board and components Ê Download the desired ESXi Recovery CD ISO image, listed under Tools. Ê Unpack and burn the image to a CD. Ê Ensure that no other USB storage device is connected to the server beside the UFM. Ê...

  • Page 458: Removing The Ufm

    System board and components 14.3.2.2 Removing the UFM Figure 341: Removing the UFM Ê Remove the nylon screw of the UFM (1). Ê Disconnect and remove the UFM (2). The UFM spacer remains on the system board. Figure 342: Remaining UFM spacer on system board CAUTION! UFM contains customer information (e.g.

  • Page 459: Replacing The Ufm

    System board and components "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 90 Ê "Resuming BitLocker functionality" on page 136 Ê 14.3.3 Replacing the UFM Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 10 minutes (URU) Software: 5 minutes Tools: –...
  • Page 460 System board and components CAUTION! UFM contains customer information (e.g. IP address, License etc.). After replacing the UFM, you must pass the defective UFM to the customer, and ask for disposal. If the disposal of the defective UFM is requested by the customer, you break it according to the following procedure, and dispose it.

  • Page 461: Installing The New Ufm

    System board and components 14.3.3.3 Installing the new UFM Figure 345: Removing the UFM spacer Ê Remove the nylon screw from the UFM (1). Ê Remove the UFM spacer (2). Figure 346: Installing the UFM Ê Connect the UFM to the system board and the remaining UFM spacer (1). Ê...

  • Page 462: Concluding Steps

    For the Japanese market, follow the instructions provided separately. In order to setup the ESXi configuration, the VMware ESXi Recovery Tools CD is required. An ISO image of the CD is available from the Fujitsu service partners portal at the following https address: https://globalpartners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/ps/Servers/PRIMERGY/...

  • Page 463: Trusted Platform Module (Tpm)

    System board and components 14.4 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 14.4.1 Installing the TPM Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Software: 5 minutes Tools: – Bit screw driver – TPM bit insert For the Japanese market: – TPM module fixing tool (S26361-F3552-L909) 14.4.1.1 Preliminary steps "Suspending BitLocker functionality"...

  • Page 464: Installing The Tpm

    System board and components 14.4.1.2 Installing the TPM Figure 347: TPM installation kit TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Special screw for TPM TPM spacer TPM bit insert for TPM special screw The black TPM spacer is not used in this server. Figure 348: Position on the system board Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 465 System board and components Figure 349: Inserting the TPM spacer on the system board Ê Insert the TPM spacer into the hole on the system board. Figure 350: TPM bit insert Ê Attach the TPM bit insert or TPM module fixing tool (Japanese market) to a bit screw driver.

  • Page 466: Concluding Steps

    System board and components Figure 351: Installing the TPM Ê Connect the TPM to the system board (1). Ê Fasten the TPM with the special screw for the TPM using the TPM bit insert or TPM module fixing tool (Japanese market) (2). CAUTION! Do not fasten the screw too firmly.

  • Page 467: Removing The Tpm

    System board and components Ê Save your changes and exit the BIOS. For detailed information on how to access the BIOS and modify settings, refer to the corresponding BIOS Setup Utility reference manual. "Resuming BitLocker functionality" on page 136 Ê 14.4.2 Removing the TPM Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 30 minutes...
  • Page 468 For further information on how to disable BitLocker drive encryption, please refer to the Microsoft Knowledge Base. Please refer to the Fujitsu web pages for more details. Ê Disable TPM in the system board BIOS. Proceed as follows: Ê Switch on or restart your server.

  • Page 469: Removing The Tpm

    System board and components "Removing the system air duct" on page 91 Ê "Removing the system fan holder" on page 93 Ê 14.4.2.2 Removing the TPM Ê Remove the system board as described in section "Removing the defective system board" on page 486.

  • Page 470: Concluding Steps

    System board and components Ê Remove the TPM on the upper side of the system board. Figure 353: Removing the TPM spacer Ê Using a flat nose pliers, press together the hooks on the TPM spacer (see close-up) and remove it from the system board. If the TPM is to be replaced, the TPM spacer may remain on the system board.

  • Page 471: Replacing The Tpm

    System board and components 14.4.3 Replacing the TPM Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 40 minutes (FRU) Tools: Removing the system board: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Replacing the TPM: – Bit screw driver – TPM bit insert –...

  • Page 472: Removing The Defective Tpm

    System board and components 14.4.3.2 Removing the defective TPM Ê Remove the TPM as described in section "Removing the TPM" on page 467. Ê Leave the TPM spacer on the system board when removing the defective TPM. 14.4.3.3 Installing the new TPM The TPM spacer is already present on the system board.

  • Page 473: Sata Dom

    System board and components 14.5 SATA DOM 14.5.1 Installing the SATA DOM Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less 14.5.1.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 59 Ê...

  • Page 474: Concluding Steps

    System board and components Figure 355: Position SATA DOM Figure 356: Installing the SATA DOM Ê Connect the SATA DOM to the connector "SATA6 DOM" on the system board. 14.5.1.3 Concluding steps Ê If applicable, install the riser module 1 as described in section "Installing a riser module"...

  • Page 475: Removing The Sata Dom

    System board and components 14.5.2 Removing the SATA DOM Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less 14.5.2.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 59 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 61 Ê...

  • Page 476: Replacing The Sata Dom

    System board and components 14.5.3 Replacing the SATA DOM Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: tool-less 14.5.3.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page Ê "Shutting down the server" on page Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page Ê...

  • Page 477: Irmc Microsd Card

    System board and components 14.6 iRMC microSD card The iRMC microSD card is necessary for using the embedded Lifecycle Management (eLCM) functionality of the iRMC. It requires a valid eLCM license key, which is always purchased together with the iRMC microSD card and activated through the iRMC web frontend.

  • Page 478: Concluding Steps

    System board and components Figure 359: Installing the iRMC microSD card Ê With the label facing up, insert the iRMC microSD card into the microSD card slot as far as it will go. 14.6.1.3 Concluding steps Ê If applicable, install the riser module 2 as described in section "Installing a riser module"...

  • Page 479: Removing The Irmc Microsd Card

    System board and components 14.6.2 Removing the iRMC microSD card Upgrade and Repair Unit Hardware: 5 minutes (URU) Tools: a pair of side-cutting pliers 14.6.2.1 Preliminary steps "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 59 Ê...

  • Page 480: Concluding Steps

    System board and components Ê Pull the iRMC microSD card straight out of its slot (2). CAUTION! The iRMC microSD card contains customer information. After removing the iRMC microSD card, hand the card over to the customer. 14.6.2.3 Concluding steps Ê...

  • Page 481: Replacing The Irmc Microsd Card

    System board and components 14.6.3.2 Replacing the iRMC microSD card Ê Remove the defective iRMC microSD card as described in section "Removing the iRMC microSD card" on page 479. CAUTION! The iRMC microSD card contains customer information. After replacing the iRMC microSD card, hand the defective card over to the customer.

  • Page 482: System Board

    System board and components 14.7 System board 14.7.1 Replacing the system board Field Replaceable Unit Hardware: 40 minutes (FRU) Software: 20 minutes Tools: Replacing the system board: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – Magnifying glass for inspecting CPU socket springs (recommended) Replacing the TPM: –...
  • Page 483 System board and components Note on TPM The system board can be equipped with an optional TPM (Trusted Platform Module). This module enables third party programs to store key information (e. g. drive encryption using Windows Bitlocker Drive Encryption). If the customer is using TPM functionality, the TPM has to be removed from the defective system board and connected to the new system board.

  • Page 484: Preliminary Steps

    System board and components Note on network settings recovery When replacing network controllers or the system board, network configuration settings in the operating system will be lost and replaced by default values. This applies to all static IP address and LAN teaming configurations.
  • Page 485 System board and components – Expansion cards: "Removing a riser module" on page 98 "Removing expansion cards from standard slots" on page 300 Ensure to take note of the controllers’ mounting positions and cable connections for reassembly. – UFM: "Removing the UFM" on page 457 Remove the UFM spacer from the defective system board and fasten it to the UFM board with the UFM screw.

  • Page 486: Removing The Defective System Board

    System board and components 14.7.1.2 Removing the defective system board Ê Disconnect all cables from the system board. Figure 361: Removing the crossbar Ê Remove the five screws of the crossbar (see circles). Ê Remove the crossbar. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 487 System board and components Figure 362: Position of the screws Ê Remove the 10 screws from the system board (see blue circles, orange circles show positions of centering bolts). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 488: Installing The New System Board

    System board and components Figure 363: Removing the system board Ê Use both hands to lift the system board carefully out of the chassis in a slight angle. Thereby you pull the connectors out of the connector panel. CAUTION! Always take the system board with both hands! Never lift the system board one-sided or at a heat sink, because the solder connections between the socket and the system board come under tension and increase the risk of damage and malfunction!
  • Page 489 System board and components Ê Lower the system board carefully into the chassis. Ê Adjust the system board (orange circles in figure 362 on page 487 show the centering bolts). Ê Fasten the system board with the 10 screws (see figure 362 on page 487).

  • Page 490: Concluding Steps

    System board and components 14.7.1.4 Concluding steps Ê Reinstall all remaining system board components as shown in the related sections: Install all components into their original slots. – Heat sinks: "Installing heat sinks" on page 385 – Memory modules: "Installing a memory module" on page 360 –...
  • Page 491 System board and components "Looking up changed MAC / WWN addresses" on page 137 Ê "Updating the NIC configuration file in a Linux and VMware environment" on Ê page 134 "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 130 Ê "Resuming BitLocker functionality" on page 136 Ê...
  • Page 492 System board and components Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 493: Converting A Tower Model To A Rack Model

    Converting a tower model to a rack model Field Replaceable Unit Average task duration: (FRU) 20 minutes Tools: – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver – Slotted screw driver Safety notes For further information, please refer to chapter "Important information"...

  • Page 494: Converting A Tower Model To A Rack Model

    Converting a tower model to a rack model 15.2 Converting a tower model to a rack model Removing the right side cover Figure 364: Removing the bolt Ê If applicable, remove the bolt (see circle). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 495 Converting a tower model to a rack model Figure 365: Removing the right side cover (A) Ê Remove three screws on the server rear (see circles). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 496 Converting a tower model to a rack model Figure 366: Removing the right side cover (B) Ê Slide the right side cover towards the server rear as far as it will go. Ê Ensure that the three hooks on the right side cover rest in the wide ends of the slots on the upper chassis edge (see close-up).
  • Page 497 Converting a tower model to a rack model Ê Lift off and remove the right side cover. The right side cover is no longer required. Ê Leave the server in its upside down position. Removing glider feet Figure 367: Removing glider feet Ê...
  • Page 498 Converting a tower model to a rack model Removing the accessible drive cage Ê Remove the front panel module as described in section "Removing the front panel module" on page 437. Ê If applicable, remove all accessible drives as described in section "Removing an accessible drive"...
  • Page 499 Converting a tower model to a rack model Figure 369: Detaching the accessible drive cage (B) Ê Remove two screws from the right chassis edge (1). Ê Remove two screws from the top edge of the chassis (2). TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 500 Converting a tower model to a rack model Figure 370: Removing the accessible drive cage Ê Slightly lift up the accessible drive cage to disengage its front bottom edge from the slot on the chassis floor (1). Ê Slide the accessible drive cover from under the chassis frame as shown (2). Ê...
  • Page 501 Converting a tower model to a rack model Changing the position of the threaded bolt Figure 371: Changing the position of the threaded bolt Ê Turn the accessible drive cover with its "RACK" stamping facing up (1, see close-up). Ê Remove the threaded bolt from the upper edge of the accessible drive cage (2).
  • Page 502 Converting a tower model to a rack model Reinstalling the accessible drive cage Figure 372: Mounting the accessible drive cage Ê With its "RACK" stamping facing up, lower the accessible drive cage into the chassis (1). Ê Slide the accessible drive cage towards the server front as far as it will go (2).
  • Page 503 Converting a tower model to a rack model Figure 373: Securing the accessible drive cage (A) Ê Secure the accessible drive cage with two screws to the right chassis edge (1). Ê Secure the accessible drive cage with two screws to the top edge of the chassis (2).
  • Page 504 Converting a tower model to a rack model Figure 374: Securing the accessible drive cage (B) Ê Carefully turn the server upside down. At least two people are needed to turn over a fully equipped server. Remove HDDs and PSUs in order to facilitate the task. Ê...
  • Page 505 Figure 376: Installing rack mounting brackets Ê Fit the rack mounting bracket with the FUJITSU logo on the two hooks on the right side of the rack front bezel (1). Ê Firmly press down on the rack mounting bracket until it is fully seated in the rack front bezel (2).
  • Page 506 Converting a tower model to a rack model Figure 377: Installing accessible drive dummy covers Ê If available, reinstall all accessible drive dummy covers into their original locations (rotated by 90 degrees): Ê Ensure that an accessible drive filler cover has been installed in every empty drive bay.

  • Page 507: Concluding Steps

    Converting a tower model to a rack model 15.3 Concluding steps "Installing the top cover" on page 76 Ê Ê Mount the support bracket and rack mounting rails in the rack as described in the "Rack Mounting Kit - RMK-F2 Drop-In" Mounting Instructions. The document is available online.
  • Page 508 Converting a tower model to a rack model Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 509: Cabling

    Cabling Safety notes CAUTION! Always hold cables by their connectors when disconnecting them. ● Never pull on the cable to disconnect cables. Ensure that none of the cables are scraped, strained or otherwise ● damaged while replacing system components. Immediately replace cables with damaged shielding. ●...

  • Page 510: List Of Used Cables

    Cabling 16.1 List of used cables The numbers in the cable list correspond to those shown in the cabling plans. No. Name Number Routing Basic Front panel module to system CBL_FRONTPANEL T26139-Y4015-V301 board USB 3.0 backup drive to CBL_USB_30_650 T26139-Y3999-V505 USB 3.0 front CBL_SATA_780 T26139-Y4028-V303...
  • Page 511 Cabling No. Name Number Routing SAS expander board to SAS C26 CBL_SAS_Exp_Pow T26139-Y3959-V354 backplane C27 CBL_HOST_BPL_800 T26139-Y4040-V46 PCIe SSD bpl to PCIe Switch Other options C30 CBL_Front_VGA T26139-Y3994-V301 Server front to system board Case rear side to system C31 CBL_COM_300 T26139-Y3589-V651 board connector COM 1 C32 CBL_TPM_FBU02...

  • Page 512: Cabling Plans

    Cabling 16.2 Cabling plans Overview cabling plans Basic cabling – "Basic cabling: front panel and intrusion switch" on page 514 Power cabling – "Power cabling: 4x/8x 3.5" HDDs and accessible drives" on page 514 – "Power cabling: 8x 2.5" HDDs and accessible drives" on page 515 –...
  • Page 513 Cabling – "SAS cabling: 24x 2.5" HDDs and 4x 3.5" HDDs and SAS 3.0 expander board A3C40176099" on page 524 – "SAS cabling: 24x 2.5" HDDs and accessible drives and SAS 3.0 expander board A3C40176099" on page 525 PCIe cabling –...
  • Page 514 Cabling System Board Front Panel FRONTPANEL Front Panel USB 3.0 Front USB 3.0 Front VGA VGA Module SATA 5 INTRUSION Intrusion Switch Front Optical Disk Drive ODD PWR Intrusion Switch Side PWR 12V 4 Backup Drive 1 PWR 12V 3 PWR 12V 2 Backup Drive 2 PWR 12V 1...
  • Page 515 Cabling System Board Optical Disk Drive FRONTPANEL USB 3.0 Front Backup Drive Front VGA Add. Drive SATA 5 INTRUSION ODD PWR PWR 12V 4 C24 / C25 PWR 12V 3 PWR 12V 2 PWR 12V 1 2.5" HDD Backplane 1 Figure 380: Power cabling: 8x 2.5"...
  • Page 516 Cabling System Board HDD Extension Box SAS 3.0 FRONTPANEL Slimline ODD Expander USB 3.0 Front 3.5" HDD Front VGA Backplane 3 SATA 5 INTRUSION ODD PWR 3.5" HDD Backplane 2 PWR 12V 4 PWR 12V 3 PWR 12V 2 3.5" HDD Backplane 1 PWR 12V 1 Figure 382: Power cabling: 4x/8x/12x 3.5"...
  • Page 517 Cabling HDD Extension Box SAS 3.0 Slimline DVD System Board Expander FRONTPANEL 8x 2.5" HDD Backplane 5 USB 3.0 Front Front VGA SATA 5 8x 2.5" HDD Backplane 4 INTRUSION ODD PWR 8x 2.5" HDD PWR 12V 4 Backplane 3 PWR 12V 3 PWR 12V 2 4x 2.5"...
  • Page 518 Cabling System Board HDD Extension Box PWR 12V 4 PWR 12V 3 P3_X4 4x 2.5" PCIe PWR 12V 2 P2_X3 Backplane 1 PWR 12V 1 P1_X2 P0_X1 P0_X1 P1_X2 PCIe Switch 2 Slot 8 P2_X3 P3_X4 4x 2.5" PCIe P3_X4 P2_X3 Backplane 2 P1_X2...
  • Page 519 Cabling System Board Op cal Disk Drive FRONTPANEL USB 3.0 Front Backup Drive Front VGA LTO Drive SATA 5 MLC2 SAS 3.0 3.5" HDD Slot 2/3 MLC1 Backplane 2 3.5" HDD Backplane 1 Figure 385: Power cabling: LTO Pos. Connection (dotted line shows alternative connection) Connected to HDD backplane 1 in configurations without expander board Connected to HDD backplane 2 in configurations with expander board...
  • Page 520 Cabling System Board SATA 5 Optical Disk Drive USB 3.0 INT USB 3.0 Backup Drive MLC2 SAS 3.0 Slot 2/3 MLC1 SAS Backup Drive MLC2 SAS 3.0 Slot (boot) 3.5" HDD MLC1 Backplane 2 3.5" HDD Backplane 1 Figure 386: SAS cabling: 4x/8x 3.5" HDDs and SAS 3.0 controller System Board SATA 5 Optical Disk Drive...
  • Page 521 Cabling System Board SATA 5 SAS 3.0 HDD Extension Box Expander USB 3.0 INT Slimline DVD 4x 3.5"" HDD Backplane 3 4x 3.5" HDD Backplane 2 MLC2 SAS 3.0 4x 3.5" HDD Slot 1 (boot) Backplane 1 MLC1 Figure 388: SAS cabling: 8x/12x 3.5" HDDs and SAS 3.0 expander board A3C40181407 System Board HDD Extension Box SATA 5...
  • Page 522 Cabling System Board SATA 5 SAS 3.0 HDD Extension Box Expander USB 3.0 INT Slimline DVD 8x 2.5"" HDD Backplane 3 8x 2.5" HDD Backplane 2 MLC2 SAS 3.0 8x 2.5" HDD Slot 1 (boot) Backplane 1 MLC1 Figure 390: SAS cabling: 16x/24x 2.5" HDDs and SAS 3.0 expander board A3C40181407 HDD Extension Box System Board SAS 3.0...
  • Page 523 Cabling System Board SATA 5 SAS 3.0 HDD Extension Box Expander USB 3.0 INT Slimline DVD 4x 3.5" HDD Backplane 3 8x 2.5" HDD Backplane 2 MLC2 SAS 3.0 8x 2.5" HDD Slot 1 (boot) Backplane 1 MLC1 Figure 392: SAS cabling: 16x 2.5" and 4x 3.5" HDDs and SAS 3.0 expander board A3C40181407 System Board SATA 5...
  • Page 524 Cabling System Board SAS 3.0 HDD Extension Box Expander SATA 5 Slimline DVD USB 3.0 INT 4x 3.5" HDD Backplane 5 8x 2.5" HDD Backplane 4 8x 2.5" HDD Backplane 3 MLC2 SAS 3.0 Ctrl Slot 1 (boot) MLC1 4x 2.5" HDD Backplane 2 4x 2.5"...
  • Page 525 Cabling System Board Optical Disk Drive SATA 5 USB Backup Drive SAS 3.0 USB 3.0 INT Expander SAS Backup Drive 8x 2.5" HDD Backplane 4 MLC2 SAS 3.0 Ctrl Slot 2/3 MLC1 8x 2.5" HDD Backplane 3 MLC2 SAS 3.0 Ctrl Slot 1 (boot) MLC1 4x 2.5"...
  • Page 526 Cabling System Board HDD Extension Box P3_X4 P3_X4 P2_X3 P2_X3 4x 2.5" PCIe Switch PCIe SSD Slot 8 Backplane 2 P1_X2 P1_X2 P0_X1 P0_X1 P3_X4 P3_X4 P2_X3 P2_X3 4x 2.5" PCIe Switch PCIe SSD Slot 9 Backplane 1 P1_X2 P1_X2 P0_X1 P0_X1 MLC2...
  • Page 527 Cabling System Board HDD Extension Box P3_X4 P3_X4 4x 2.5" P2_X3 P2_X3 PCIe Switch PCIe SSD Slot 8 Backplane 2 P1_X2 P1_X2 P0_X1 P0_X1 P3_X4 P3_X4 P2_X3 P2_X3 4x 2.5" PCIe Switch PCIe SSD Slot 9 Backplane 1 P1_X2 P1_X2 P0_X1 P0_X1 SAS 3.0...
  • Page 528 Cabling System Board HDD Extension Box P3_X4 P3_X4 4x 2.5" P2_X3 P2_X3 PCIe SSD PCIe Switch Backplane 2 Slot 8 P1_X2 P1_X2 P0_X1 P0_X1 P3_X4 P3_X4 4x 2.5" P2_X3 P2_X3 PCIe SSD PCIe Switch Backplane 1 Slot 9 P1_X2 P1_X2 P0_X1 P0_X1 SAS 3.0...
  • Page 529 Cabling Case rear side System Board Front Panel FRONTPANEL Front Panel USB 3.0 Front USB 3.0 Front VGA VGA Module SATA 5 Optical Disk Drive COM 1 ODD PWR Backup Drive 1 PWR 12V 4 PWR 12V 3 Backup Drive 2 PWR 12V 2 PWR 12V 1 HDD Backplane...
  • Page 530 Cabling System Board 3.5/2.5" HDD Backplane 3 3.5/2.5" HDD Backplane 2 I2C5 3.5/2.5" HDD Backplane 1 Figure 401: Options: OOB for three HDD backplanes and PSAS HBA HDD Extension Box 2.5" HDD Backplane 6 3.5/2.5" HDD Backplane 5 System Board 2.5"...
  • Page 531 Cabling HDD Extension Box 4x 2.5" PCIe SSD Backplane 2 4x 2.5" PCIe SSD Backplane 1 System Board I2C5 Figure 403: Options: OOB for two PCIe SSD backplanes TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 532 Cabling System Board Multibay Box Slimline ODD SATA 5 ODD PWR Backup Drive I2C2 LCD Add. Drive PWR 12V 4 PWR 12V 3 3.5" HDD Backplane 2 PWR 12V 2 PWR 12V 1 3.5" HDD Backplane 1 Figure 404: Cabling Multibay box with slimline ODD and LSD System Board SATA 5 Optical Disk Drive...
  • Page 533 Cabling System Board Optical Disk Drive SATA 5 USB 3.0 INT USB 3.0 Backup Drive MLC2 SAS 3.0 Slot 2/3 MLC1 SAS Backup Drive SATA 7-10 Onboard MLC2 8x 2.5" HDD Backplane 1 SATA 1-4 MLC1 Onboard Figure 406: SATA cabling: 8x 2.5" SATA HDDs and accessible drives TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 534: Replacing The Intrusion Switch Cable

    Cabling 16.3 Replacing the intrusion switch cable Field Replaceable Unit Average task duration: (FRU) 10 minutes Tools: Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 16.3.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 55 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê...
  • Page 535 Cabling Ê Remove the intrusion switch cable from the cable guide (G) and the two cable clamps (C) on the HDD cage. Figure 408: Removing the intrusion switch holder (A) Ê Remove one screw from the intrusion switch holder as shown. Replacing the intrusion switch cable is illustrated by the example of the 2.5-inch HDD model.
  • Page 536 Cabling Figure 410: Removing the intrusion switch cable (B) Ê Slide back the intrusion switch holder until it disengages from the HDD bay top cover. Ê Remove the defective intrusion switch holder. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 537: Installing The Intrusion Switch Cable

    Cabling 16.3.3 Installing the intrusion switch cable The rubber bumper is only necessary in case of rack server configuration. Figure 411: Attaching a rubber bumper to the front intrusion switch In case of rack server configurations, a rubber bumper needs to be attached to the front intrusion switch as described below.
  • Page 538 Cabling Figure 412: Installing the intrusion switch cable (A) Ê Place the new intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover as shown. Ê Slide the intrusion switch holder under the front chassis rim as far as it will Figure 413: Installing the intrusion switch cable (B) Ê...

  • Page 539: Concluding Steps

    Cabling Figure 414: Connecting the intrusion switch cable Ê Run the intrusion switch cable through the cable clamps (C) on the HDD cage and the cable guide (G). Ê Connect the intrusion switch cable to the system board. 16.3.4 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder"...

  • Page 540: Replacing The Oob Cable

    Cabling 16.4 Replacing the OOB cable Field Replaceable Unit Average task duration: (FRU) 10 minutes Tools: tool-less There are different OOB cables depending on the OOB configuration. Figure 415: OOB cable C36 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 541: Preliminary Steps

    Cabling Figure 416: OOB cable C37 16.4.1 Preliminary steps "Locating the defective server" on page 55 Ê "Shutting down the server" on page 58 Ê "Disconnecting the power cord" on page 59 Ê "Getting access to the component" on page 61 Ê...
  • Page 542 Cabling Figure 417: Connecting the OOB cable - example cable C37 for six HDD backplanes Ê Connect the OOB cable depending on your configuration: Pos. Plug OOB cable Connector I2C on system board X11 on backplane 1 X11 on backplane 2 X11 on backplane 3 X11 on backplane 4 X11 on backplane 5...

  • Page 543: Concluding Steps

    Cabling 16.4.3 Concluding steps "Installing the system fan holder" on page 94 Ê "Installing the system air duct" on page 92 Ê "Reassembling" on page 74 Ê "Connecting the power cord" on page 87 Ê "Switching on the server" on page 90 Ê...
  • Page 544 Cabling Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 545: Appendix

    Appendix 17.1 Mechanical overview 17.1.1 Server front 2.5-inch HDD/SSD model Figure 418: Server front 2.5-inch HDD/SSD model - example RX2560 M2 Pos. Component 2.5-inch HDDs / SSDs / dummy modules Optical disk drive / 5.25-inch dummy module ID card 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box / 8x 2.5-inch PCIe SSD extension box Front panel module: Front VGA connector (optional) Front panel module: 2x USB 3.0 connectors TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 546 Appendix 3.5-inch HDD model Figure 419: Server front 3.5-inch HDD model - example RX2560 M2 Pos. Component 3.5-inch HDDs / dummy modules ID card 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Optical disk drive Front panel module: Front VGA connector (optional) Front panel module: 2x USB 3.0 connectors Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

  • Page 547: Server Rear

    Appendix 17.1.2 Server rear Figure 420: Server rear - example RX2560 M2 Pos. Component Installation location for riser module 2 (optional) Video connector Management LAN connector COM1 connector (optional) Installation location for riser module 1(optional) RAID controller (Slot 1) Optional expansion card (Slot 2-3) DynamicLoM connectors USB3.0 USB2.0...

  • Page 548: Server Interior

    Appendix 17.1.3 Server interior Figure 421: PRIMERGY TX2560 M2/ RX2560 M2 interior (example: 2.5-inch HDDs) Pos. Component Power supply units CPU 2/ heat sink Memory slots CPU2 Front panel module bay HDD/SSD bay Fans Memory slots CPU1 CPU 1/ heat sink SATA DOM iRMC microSD card Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 549: Connectors And Indicators

    Appendix 17.2 Connectors and indicators 17.2.1 Connectors and indicators on the system board 17.2.1.1 Onboard connectors USB 3.0 INT PWR 12V 1 PWR 12V 2 Front Front USB3.0 Front Front VGA panel 2 PWR 12V 3 panel 1 PSU 1 USB INT 1 CPU 2 DIMM 1E CPU 2 DIMM 2E...
  • Page 550 Appendix No. Print Description Front USB Front USB3.0 PWR 12V 3 +12 V power rail#3 / multiple usage USB INT 1 USB3.0 int Front VGA Front panel VGA connector PWR 12V 1 +12 V power rail#1 / HDD backplane 1 PWR 12V 2 +12 V power rail#2 / HDD backplane 2 Frontpanel 1...

  • Page 551: Onboard Indicators And Controls

    Appendix 17.2.1.2 Onboard indicators and controls USB 3.0 INT PWR 12V 1 PWR 12V 2 Front Front USB3.0 Front Front VGA panel 2 PWR 12V 3 panel 1 PSU 1 USB INT 1 CPU 2 DIMM 1E CPU 2 DIMM 2E CPU 2 DIMM 3E CPU 2 DIMM 1F CPU 2 DIMM 2F...
  • Page 552 Appendix Using the Indicate LDL button Ê Shut down and power off the server. Ê Disconnect the AC power cords from the system. It is mandatory to disconnect power cords in order to use the Indicate LDL functionality. Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct"...
  • Page 553 Appendix Indicator Meaning F - PCI card PCI card okay orange on PCI card failure (PCI card installed on riser card) G - CPU CPU okay orange on CPU failure H - Memory memory module running orange on memory module failure green on Power supply ok MBC PWR OK...

  • Page 554: Server Front

    Appendix 17.2.2 Server front 17.2.2.1 Indicators on the front panel Figure 424: Indicators on the front panel module Pos. Label Indicator Status Description The server has been highlighted using ServerView Operations blue on Manager, iRMC web frontend or the ID indicator, ID button on the front panel for easy see also identification...
  • Page 555 Appendix Pos. Label Indicator Status Description No critical event detected (non CSS component). orange Prefailure event detected (non CSS component). Global Error Non CSS component failure indicator, see detected. also "iRMC- Possible causes: related status – System is out of the specified signals"...
  • Page 556 Appendix Pos. Label Indicator Status Description – The server is switched off and connected to the mains (standby mode). – The server has been switched on but Power Cycle Delay settings delay it from turning on for a green on specified time.

  • Page 557: Optical Drive Activity Indicator

    Appendix HDD prefailure detection Depending on your hardware configuration HDD prefailure will be supported. The requirements are: – iRMC Firmware 7.14 or later – supported OOB system – dedicated RAID controller Not supported RAID controllers D2616/MegaRAID SAS 9280-8e MegaRAID SAS9285CV-8e D3116/D3116C D2607 Table 7: Not supported RAID controllers...

  • Page 558: Indicators On The Hot-Plug Hdd/Ssd Module

    Appendix 17.2.2.3 Indicators on the hot-plug HDD/SSD module Figure 426: Indicators on the hot-plug HDD/SSD module Pos. Label Indicator Status Description The HDD/SSD is inactive. Access indicator green on The HDD/SSD being accessed No HDD/SSD error detected. An HDD/SSD error has been detected.

  • Page 559: Server Rear

    Appendix 17.2.3 Server rear 17.2.3.1 Connectors on the I/O panel Figure 427: Connector panel Video connector (blue) DynamicLoM (optional, different variants) COM1 connector (optional)* 2 USB connectors (USB 3.0) Management LAN connector 6 2 USB connectors (USB 2.0) ** The serial interface COM1 can be used as the standard interface or for communication with iRMC.

  • Page 560: Indicators On The I/O Panel

    Appendix Note for LAN connectors on dynamic LoM modules The LAN connectors on the dynamic LoM modules are numbered in ascending order from right to left beginning with “0”. The rightmost connector (LAN 0) is the shared LAN connector respectively. Depending on BIOS settings, the shared LAN connector may also be used as a management LAN connector.
  • Page 561 Appendix Pos. Label Indicator Status Description No critical event detected (non CSS component). Prefailure event detected (non CSS orange on Global Error component). indicator, Non CSS component failure see also detected. "iRMC- Possible causes: related status – System is out of the specified orange signals"...
  • Page 562 Appendix iRMC-related status signals Global error ID indicator Description indicator A remote connection has been blue flashing established. Local VGA output has been disabled during the remote session. An emergency flash of the iRMC firmware blue flashing orange flashing is in progress. For further information please refer to section "Updating or recovering the iRMC"...
  • Page 563 Appendix LAN indicators Figure 429: LAN indicators (example D3255) Pos. Indicator Status Description green on LAN connection established LAN link / transfer no LAN connection indicator green flashing data transfer in progress yellow on traffic a transfer rate of 1 Gbit/s LAN speed green on traffic a transfer rate of 100 Mbit/s...

  • Page 564: Indicators On Psus (Slide-In Units)

    Appendix 17.2.3.3 Indicators on PSUs (slide-in units) Figure 431: PSU status indicator Pos. Indicator Status Description green flashing The server is switched off, but mains voltage is present (standby mode). green on The server is switched on and operating properly. orange An overload has been detected.

  • Page 565: Onboard Settings

    Appendix 17.3 Onboard settings CPU 1 DIMM 3A iRMC BIOS Flash CPU 1 DIMM 1B Management LAN CPU 1 DIMM 2B USB 3/4 CPU 1 DIMM 3B SATA6 DOM SATA5 FAN 2 CPU 1 SATA 1-4 SATA 7-10 Dyn LoM Riser 1 SLOT 3 PCIe x16 Riser 1 CPU 1 DIMM 3D...

  • Page 566: Minimum Startup Configuration

    Appendix 17.4 Minimum startup configuration Field Replaceable Units (FRU) If the server does not start up or other problems occur, it may be necessary to take the system down to its most basic configuration in order to isolate the defective component. The minimum startup configuration consists of the following components and cables: Components...
  • Page 567 Appendix CAUTION! Since the fan module is not included in the minimum startup configuration, the server must be shut down immediately after the diagnostic process is complete (POST phase has been passed). The minimum startup configuration must be used exclusively for diagnostic purposes by maintenance personnel, never in daily operation! TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...
  • Page 568 Appendix Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX2560 M2 / RX2560 M2...

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