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Primergy
PRIMERGY RX100
Server System
Operating Manual
Xenia Fierley
Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH München
81730 München
e-mail: email: manuals@fujitsu-siemens.com
Tel.: (089) 61001-157
Fax: (++49) 700 / 372 00000
A26361-K875-Z102-3-7619
Sprachen: En
Edition April 2004

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  • Page 1 Primergy PRIMERGY RX100 Server System Operating Manual Xenia Fierley Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH München 81730 München e-mail: email: manuals@fujitsu-siemens.com Tel.: (089) 61001-157 Fax: (++49) 700 / 372 00000 A26361-K875-Z102-3-7619 Sprachen: En Edition April 2004...
  • Page 2: Copyright And Trademarks

    Gesellschaft für Technik-Dokumentation mbH www.cognitas.de Copyright and Trademarks Copyright © 2003 Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH. All rights reserved. Delivery subject to availability; right of technical modifications reserved. All hardware and software names used are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.
  • Page 3 Introduction Installation Steps: Overview Important Notes Hardware Installation Preparation for Use/Operation Problem Solutions and Tips Property and Data Protection Related publications and Index...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ......1 Overview of the Documentation ....1 Features .
  • Page 6 Contents Problem Solutions and Tips ....51 Power-ON Indicator Remains Dark ....51 The Server Switches Itself OFF .
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction The PRIMERGY RX100 server is an Intel-based server for small and medium- sized networks and can be mounted into both, rack systems of the Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH and present rack systems from different manufac- turers. The PRIMERGY RX100 server offers a high level of reliability and availability through highly developed hardware and software components.
  • Page 8 Overview of the Documentation Introduction Additional components of the server documentation To the PRIMERGY RX100 documentation set belong the following additional manuals: – “Safety and Ergonomics” manual (print version delivered together with the system, PDF file available on the ServerBooks CD) –...
  • Page 9: Features

    ASR&R (Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart) restarts the system in the case of an error and automatically ”hides“ the defective system components. The PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens Computers analyzes and monitors all components important for system reliability.
  • Page 10 The flash EPROM programme supplied with the Fujitsu Siemens utilities supports fast BIOS Update. The optional RemoteView Remote Test and Diagnosis System allows the PRIMERGY RX100 Server to be maintained from remote locations. A Remote Service Board (RSB) can be used in conjunction with RemoteView.
  • Page 11: Notational Conventions

    Introduction Notational Conventions Notational Conventions The following notational conventions are used in this manual: indicate commands, menu items or software Italics programmes. “Quotation marks” indicate names of chapters and terms that should be emphasized. text which follows this symbol describes activities that Ê...
  • Page 12 Technical Data Introduction Compliance Standards Product safety and ergonomics IEC 60950 / EN 60950, UL 1950 3rd. Ed., CAN/CSA 22.2 No. 60950 3rd. Ed. Electromagnetic Compatibility FCC class A (standard power supply) VCCI class A / JEIDA C-Tick class A CNS 13438 class A Emitted interference EN 55022 class A...
  • Page 13 Introduction Technical Data Environmental Conditions Environment class 3K2 DIN EN 60721 / IEC 721 section 3-3 Environment class 2K2 DIN EN 60721 / IEC 721 section 3-2 Temperature: Operation (3K2) 10 °C ..35 °C Transport (2K2) -25 °C ..60 °C Relative humidity 10%...85% Condensation during operation must be avoided.
  • Page 15: Rx100 Installation Steps: Overview

    RX100 Installation Steps: Overview In this chapter you will find an overview of the steps necessary to install your server system. Links guide you to sections where you can find more detailed information on the individual steps: Ê At first, please take notice of chapter “Important Notes” on page 11ff, especially of „Notes on Safety“.
  • Page 17: Important Notes

    Important Notes In this chapter you will find essential information regarding safety when working with your server. Notes on Safety You will also find the following safety instructions in the manual entitled “Safety and Ergonomics“ which also includes other notes on guarantee and ergonomics.
  • Page 18 Notes on Safety Important Notes Before Setting up CAUTION! During installation and before operating the device, observe the instructions on environmental conditions for you device (see section “Technical Data” on page 5). If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may form both inside and on the outside of the machine.
  • Page 19 Important Notes Notes on Safety CAUTION! Data cables must be adequately shielded to avoid interference. To the LAN wiring the requirements apply in accordance with the standards EN 50173 and EN 50174-1/2. As minimum requirement the use of a protected LAN line of category 5 for 10/100 MBps Ethernet, and/or of category 5e for Gigabit Ethernet is considered.
  • Page 20 Notes on Safety Important Notes Batteries CAUTION! Incorrect replacement of batteries may lead to a risk of explosion. The batteries may only be replaced with identical batteries or with a type recommended by the manufacturer (see the technical manual for the system board under “Related publications”...
  • Page 21 Important Notes Notes on Safety Notes on Handling CDs in CD-/DVD-ROM Drives CAUTION! Use only CDs in proper condition in the CD-/DVD-ROM drive of your server to prevent data loss, damage to the device or cause injuries. Therefore, check each CD for damage, cracks, breakage etc. before inserting it in the drive.
  • Page 22 Notes on Safety Important Notes Modules with Electrostatic Sensitive Devices: Electrostatic-sensitive components may be identified by the following sticker: Figure 1: ESD label When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must observe the following points under all circumstances: You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grounded object) before working.
  • Page 23: Ce Certificate

    Important Notes CE Certificate Other Important Notes: When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the section “Cleaning the Server” on page 49. Keep this Operating Manual safety and all additional documentation (e.g. Technical Manual, CD) together with the device. If you pass on the device to third parties, you should also pass on the complete documentation.
  • Page 24: Transporting The Server

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Fujitsu Siemens Computers is not responsible for any radio or television inter- ference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substi- tution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu Siemens Computers.
  • Page 25: Notes On Installing The Rack

    Important Notes Notes on Installing the Rack Notes on Installing the Rack When connecting and disconnecting cables, observe the relevant notes in the chapter ”Important notes“ in the technical manual for the corresponding rack. The technical manual is supplied with the corresponding rack. Ensure that the anti-tilt bracket is correctly mounted when you set up the rack.
  • Page 26 Take-back, recycling and disposal For details on take-back and reuse of devices and consumables within Europe, contact your Fujitsu Siemens Computers branch office/subsidiary or our recycling centre in Paderborn: Fujitsu Siemens Computers...
  • Page 27: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in chapter “Important Notes” on page 11. Do not expose the server to extreme environmental conditions (see section “Technical Data” on page 5). Protect it from dust, moisture, and heat. The server must be acclimatized in its operating environment for an accli- matization time.
  • Page 28: Unpacking The Server

    Unpacking the Server Hardware Installation Unpacking the Server CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in chapter “Important Notes” on page 11. Do not unpack the server until you are done transporting. It is recommended to not throw away the original packaging material! It may be required for transportation at some later date.
  • Page 29: Installing/Removing The Server Into The Rack

    Ê Remove the server. 4.3.1 Requirements of the Rack The rack systems of the Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH (PRIMECENTER Rack; DataCenter Rack and 19-Inch (Classic) Rack) support fully the instal- lation of the PRIMERGY server systems. The installation into the present rack systems from different manufacturers (3rd-Party Rack) can also be supported.
  • Page 30 Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Hardware Installation The main features of the rack systems of the Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH are: PRIMECENTER Rack – Frontally bolted telescopic rails or sliding rails. The rails are provided with a linear alignment to ensure an adjustment to different rack depths.
  • Page 31 Hardware Installation Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack To rack systems of different foreign manufacturers the following applies: 3rd-Party Rack Certain boundary conditions are to be fulfilled: – Installation dimensions (see the dimensions shown in figure 2 on page 26). rack front side rack rear side rack depth (comparison PRIMECENTER Rack 940/1000 mm)
  • Page 32 Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Hardware Installation Figure 2: Mechanical conditions A26361-K875-Z102-3-7619...
  • Page 33 Hardware Installation Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack – The operability of the safety mechanisms at the server e.g. stoppers or holding back systems must be guaranteed. – The form of the rack support uprights must ensure the frontal assembly of the telescope rails.
  • Page 34: Preparing The Server

    Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Hardware Installation 4.3.2 Preparing the Server Figure 3: Preparing the server Ê Fasten the cable arrangement assembly with three screws on each side (1) to the frontal mounting bracket (lower row of holes) on the server as shown in figure 3.
  • Page 35 Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Bild 4: Mounting bottom and upper server If two PRIMERGY RX100's are installed directly on top of each other in the rack, the upper server cable arrangement assembly will be turned 180° and mounted into the lower row of holes (see figure 4).
  • Page 36: Mounting Into The Primecenter Or Into The Datacenter Rack

    Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Hardware Installation 4.3.3 Mounting into the PRIMECENTER or into the DataCenter Rack For mounting the server in the PRIMECENTER Rack the following parts from the rack mounting kit are necessary: – support bracket – two telescopic rails, telescopic bars and support rails –...
  • Page 37 Hardware Installation Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Figure 6: Mounting the telescopic rail in the PRIMECENTER/DataCenter Rack Ê Secure the end of the telescopic rails with two screws M4 each (1 and 2) at the support uprights of the rack both front and rear as illustrated above. Note: For the other side one end of the rail must be secured at the support bracket.
  • Page 38: Mounting In The Classic Rack

    Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Hardware Installation 4.3.4 Mounting in the Classic Rack For mounting the server in the Classic (19-inch) Rack the following parts are necessary: – two telescopic rails, telescopic bars and support rails – two mounting brackets –...
  • Page 39 Hardware Installation Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Figure 8: Mounting the telescopic rail Ê Place the prepared telescopic rails at the marked attachment points on the support uprights. The fitting bracket (1) is located between the telescopic rail (2) and the support upright (3). Please note that the guide nubs of the fitting bracket must fit into a hole in the support upright next to the spring nut.
  • Page 40: Mounting In 3Rd-Party Racks

    Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Hardware Installation 4.3.5 Mounting in 3rd-Party Racks For mounting the server in a 3rd-Party Rack the following parts are necessary: – support bracket – two telescopic rails, telescopic bars and support rails – two mounting brackets –...
  • Page 41: Mounting/Removing The Server

    Hardware Installation Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack 4.3.6 Mounting/Removing the Server Figure 9: Mounting the server Ê Lift the server onto the two telescopic rails. Ê Slide the server into the rack. Ê Place the cage nuts for fastening the front panel in the corresponding holes of the front support uprights and fasten the server using two thumb screws.
  • Page 42 Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack Hardware Installation Removing occurs in reverse order: CAUTION! No cable management is available for the server! Before removing the server from the rack, all cables connected on the server must be unpluged from the sockets. Please note the instructions in section “Installing/Removing the Server into the Rack”...
  • Page 43: Connecting Devices To The Server

    Hardware Installation Connecting Devices to the Server Connecting Devices to the Server The ports for external devices are on the front and on the rear of the server. Which additional ports are available on your server depends on the PCI boards installed.
  • Page 44: Connecting The Monitor

    Connecting Devices to the Server Hardware Installation Figure 12: USB ports on the front Some of the devices that you connect require special driver software (see the documentation for the connected device). Ê Connect the data cables to the server and peripherals. 4.4.1 Connecting the Monitor Ê...
  • Page 45: Connecting The Server To The Mains

    Hardware Installation Connecting the Server to the Mains Connecting the Server to the Mains The server has a fixed power supply unit. CAUTION! The server automatically adjusts to a mains voltage between 100 V to 127 V and/or 200 V to 240 V. The server may be place in operation only, if the mains voltage range set on the server corresponds to the local mains voltage.
  • Page 46: Instructions On Connecting And Disconnecting Cables

    Connecting and Disconnecting Cables Hardware Installation Instructions on Connecting and Disconnecting Cables CAUTION! Be sure to read the documentation for the peripheral devices before connecting them. Do not connect or disconnect data cables during a thunderstorm. When removing a cable, always hold it by the plug. Connect and disconnect the cables in the order described below.
  • Page 47: Preparation For Use/Operation

    Preparation for Use/Operation CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in chapter “Important Notes” on page 11. Operating and Indicator Elements 5.1.1 The Front Figure 15: Operating and indicator elements on the front Indicators on the accessible drives CD-ROM access indicator (green) Lights up green, when the storage medium is being accessed.
  • Page 48 Operating and Indicator Elements Preparation for Use/Operation Indicators and operating elements on the front panel HDD busy indicator (green) Blinks green, when one of the hard disk drives is accessed. Identification button (with integrated identification indicator) Pressing this button lights up the integrated identification indicator on the front and the identification indicator on the rear of the server.
  • Page 49 Preparation for Use/Operation Operating and Indicator Elements ON/OFF button When the system is switched OFF, it can be switched ON by pressing the ON/OFF button. When the system is operating, pressing the ON/OFF button will switch OFF the system. The ON/OFF button does not disconnect the server from the mains voltage.
  • Page 50: The Rear

    Operating and Indicator Elements Preparation for Use/Operation 5.1.2 The Rear Figure 16: Indicators on the rear Identification indicator (blue) Pressing the identification button on the front panel lights up the integrated identification indicator on the front and the identification indicator on the rear of the server. The two identification indicators are synchronized.
  • Page 51 Preparation for Use/Operation Operating and Indicator Elements Global Error indicator (amber) Does not light when the system is ok. No service incident or critical event has occurred. Flashes amber when a critical event has occurred. Users can check BIOS Setup, system- and eventlog or via ServerView for event details. The indicator also flashes in standby mode.
  • Page 52: Switching The Server On/Off

    Switching the Server ON/OFF Preparation for Use/Operation Switching the Server ON/OFF CAUTION! If after switching ON the server there is nothing but flickering stripes on the screen, switch the server OFF immediately (see chapter “Problem Solutions and Tips” on page 51). The ON/OFF button does not disconnect the server from the mains voltage.
  • Page 53 Preparation for Use/Operation Switching the Server ON/OFF Server in standby mode Power-on indicator (position 6 on figure 15 on page 41) blinks green. The ON/OFF button (position 7 in figure 15 on page 41) is operative (see also expla- nation in table on page 41). System fans speed slows down based on IPMI setting.
  • Page 54: Configuring The Server

    Configuring the Server Preparation for Use/Operation Configuring the Server This section contains information about configuring the server and installing the operating system. Make sure that the energy saving functions are disabled in the Setup Utility D1483 during server operation. 5.3.1 Configuration with ServerStart With the ServerStart-CD provided, you can configure the server and install the operating system in a convenient manner.
  • Page 55: Cleaning The Server

    Preparation for Use/Operation Cleaning the Server Installing the operating system Ê Insert the installation disk and the CD of the operating system you want to install. Ê Reboot the server. Ê Follow the instructions on the screen and in the manual for the operating system.
  • Page 57: Problem Solutions And Tips

    Problem Solutions and Tips CAUTION! Observe the safety information in the ”Security, Warranty and Ergonomics“ manual and in chapter “Hardware Installation” on page 21. If a problem occurs, try to resolve it as described: – in this chapter, – in the documentation for the attached devices, –...
  • Page 58: The Server Switches Itself Off

    The Server Switches Itself OFF Problem Solutions and Tips The Server Switches Itself OFF Server management has detected an error Ê Check the error list or the ErrorLog file in the ServerView program, and attempt to eliminate the error. The Monitor Remains Dark Monitor is switched OFF Ê...
  • Page 59: Flickering Stripes Across The Monitor

    Problem Solutions and Tips Flickering Stripes Across the Monitor Flickering Stripes Across the Monitor CAUTION! Switch OFF the server immediately. Risk of damaging the server. Monitor does not support the set horizontal frequency Ê Find out which horizontal frequency your monitor supports. You will find the horizontal frequency (also known as line frequency or horizontal deflection frequency) in the documentation for your monitor.
  • Page 60: Floppy Disk Cannot Be Read Or Written Onto

    Floppy Disk Cannot be Read or Written onto Problem Solutions and Tips Mouse controller disabled The mouse controller on the system board must be enabled if you use the supplied mouse. Ê Check in the Setup Utility D1483 that the mouse controller is Enabled. Floppy Disk Cannot be Read or Written onto Ê...
  • Page 61: Property And Data Protection

    Property and Data Protection The server is fitted with an intrusion detection switch which enables the Server- Start programme to detect and log any removal of the cover. The rack model is protected against unauthorized access by means of a lockable rack door.
  • Page 63: Related Publications

    The actual version of the necessary manuals can be downloaded free of charge from the Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation available in the Internet can be found via the URL: http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com (choose: intel based servers/PRIMERGY ServerBooks) Safety and Ergonomics...
  • Page 65: Index

    Index disconnecting acclimatization time 21 cables 40 ASR&R 3 disposal, of devices 20 availability 3 drive indicators 41 BIOS security functions 55 ECC 3 BIOS Update 4 electrical data 5 button electromagnetic compatibility 6, 17 identification 42 EMC 6 environmental conditions 7 environmental protection 19 cables error...
  • Page 66 Index floppy disk cannot be read or written 54 mains voltage floppy disk drive connecting the server 39 indicator 41 meaning of the symbols 5 frontal mounting bracket 28 model rating plate 22 monitor display drifts 53 Global Error flickering 53 indicator 42, 45 no display on screen 53 graphic card 38...
  • Page 67 Index ports 37 installing 23 keyboard port 37 keyboard port 37 LAN port 37 LAN port 37 monitor port 37 monitor port 37 mouse 37 mouse port 37 serial port 37 NMI button 43 power supply unit noise level 7 fixed 39 ON/OFF button 43 power-ON indicator...
  • Page 68 Index switch-OFF time define 47 switch-ON time define 47 System Architekt 21 System board 3 system does not boot 54 take-back, of devices 20 target group 1 technical data 5 telescopic bar 28 telescopic rail 31, 33 time, wrong 54 transport damage 22 troubleshooting, server 51 unpacking...
  • Page 69 Comments Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH User Documentation 81730 München Suggestions Germany Corrections Fax: (++49) 700 / 372 00000 email: manuals@fujitsu-siemens.com http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com Submitted by Comments on PRIMERGY RX100 Server System A26361-K875-Z102-3-7619...
  • Page 71 Comments Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH User Documentation 81730 München Suggestions Germany Corrections Fax: (++49) 700 / 372 00000 email: manuals@fujitsu-siemens.com http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com Submitted by Comments on PRIMERGY RX100 Server System A26361-K875-Z102-3-7619...
  • Page 73 Information on this document On April 1, 2009, Fujitsu became the sole owner of Fujitsu Siemens Compu- ters. This new subsidiary of Fujitsu has been renamed Fujitsu Technology So- lutions. This document from the document archive refers to a product version which was released a considerable time ago or which is no longer marketed.

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