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  • Page 1 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server English Version G52-S9246X2...

  • Page 2: Fcc-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Micro-Star International MS-9246 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Trademarks

    If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/program/service/faq/ faq/esc_faq_list.php...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equip- ment from overheating.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Rear View ....................1-10 Rear Bezel ....................1-10 System Specifications ..................1-12 Mainboard Layout ....................1-16 MSI Special Features ..................1-17 PC Alert™ III ....................1-17 Chapter 2. System Hardware ................2-1 System Assembly Flowchart ................2-2 System Assembly ....................2-4 Removing the Chassis Cover ..............
  • Page 6 Chapter 3. Mainboard Hardware ................3-1 Quick Components Guide ..................3-2 Central Processing Unit: CPU ................3-3 CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 604 ..........3-4 Memory ......................... 3-5 Memory Bus Features ................. 3-5 Memory Population Rules ................3-6 Installing DDR-II Modules ................3-6 Power Supply ......................
  • Page 7 Appendix A: SCSI BIOS Setup (Optional) ............A-1 Entering SCSI BIOS ....................A-2 Control Keys ....................A-2 Selecting the SCSI Channel ................. A-2 Selecting the Management Type ..............A-2 Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings ............A-4 SCSI Bus Interface Definitions ..............A-4 Additional Options ..................

  • Page 8: Chapter 1. Getting Started

    Intel Xeon proc es s ors , Lindenhurst MCH, ICH5R/PXH PCI Bridges, and NS PC87366-ICK/VLA I/O Bridge. W ith high scalability, reliability, ease of use, and overall value, the MS-9246 makes an ideal choice for value consc ious customers.

  • Page 9: Packing Checklist

    In addition, keep the box and packing materials for possible future use. Your MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Barebone package should contain the following items: MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server...
  • Page 10 Getting Started Ear Set Rail Set Power Supply Options Single Power 1 + 1 Redundant Power 1 Redundant Power...

  • Page 11: System Overview

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server System Overview This section shows the configuration of the MS-9246 from different angles, and the connectors and buttons on the front and back panel. Top View HDD Tray Slim CD-ROM Drive Slim Floppy Disk Drive Axial Fan Module (redundant)

  • Page 12: Front View

    Getting Started Front View Front Bezel CD-ROM Drive Slim CD-ROM Drive Floppy Disk Drive Slim Floppy Disk Drive HDD Bay Swappable Hard Disk Drive Bays Port Serial Port USB Ports...
  • Page 13 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Power LED This indicator shows the power status of the system. It glows when the main power is turned on. HDD Activity LED This indicator shows the activity status of the hard disk drive. It flashes when the system is accessing data on the hard disk and remains off when no disk activity is detected.

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Getting Started Front Bezel LEDs Color State Description Power/Sleep Green Legacy power on/ACPI S0 state Blink (~1/sec) Sleep/ACPI S1 state Power off/ACPI S4, S5 state HDD Activity Green Blink HDD accesss activity No disk activity LAN1/LAN2 Activity Green LAN link Green Blink LAN access activity...
  • Page 15 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Diagnostic LEDs: DLED1/DLED2/DLED3/DLED4 Memory LEDs:D29/D30/D31/D32/D33/D35 Component LEDs and four Diagnostic LEDs are integrated onboard, helping users diagnose their systems. W hen POST or Service Processor detects an error, the corresponding LEDs light up to alert users to the condition and help service personnel identify the failing component.
  • Page 16 Getting Started D-LEDs Description Processor Initialization - This will show information regarding the processor (like brand name, system bus, etc...) Testing RTC (Real Time Clock) BIOS Sign On - This will start showing information about logo, processor brand name, etc... Testing Base and Extended Memory - Testing base memory from 240K to 640K and extended memory above 1MB using various patterns.

  • Page 17: Rear View

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Rear View Rear Bezel 5 6 7 VGA Port Gigabit LAN Jacks s USB Ports Serial Port NMI Switch System ID Button System ID LED Ultra320 SCSI Connector PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector (through Y-type converter) Rear Bezel LEDs...

  • Page 18: Usb Port

    Getting Started M ouse/Keyboard Connector USB Port Pin5 SIGNAL Pin6 Keyboard Clock Mouse Clock -Data +Data Pin4 VCC Pin3 GND SCSI Connector Pin2 Pin1 Mouse Data Keyboard Data Serial Port SIGNAL 68-Pin Ultra320 SCSI Connector 1 2 3 4 5 Description Description SOUT...

  • Page 19: System Specifications

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server System Specifications M ainboard u MS-9146 server board u Dual Intel ® Xeon (800MHz FSB) processors in 604-pin package u 1MB L2 cache u 6.4GB/s transmission rate u Core voltage: 1.10~1.40V u VTT: 1.2V Chipset u MCH: Intel ®...
  • Page 20 - PFC function/SSI EPS 1U form factor/1 + 1 redundancy support - UL, cUL, TUV, CE, CB, CCC, and BSMI certified MSI Reminds You... Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your computer system requires ALL of the following platform Components: ®...
  • Page 21 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Video u Integrated ATI Radeon™ 7000 graphics controller - Built-in DVD decoding - Integrated TMDS transmitter with support for Digital Flat Panel (DFP) monitors - Onboard 16MB Video SDRAM MSI Reminds You... Please refer to Table 1 for 2D modes supporting both CRT and LCD.
  • Page 22 Getting Started M SI Server M anagement IPM I 1.5 (optional) u MSI-9569 BMC card (with QLogic Zircon UL BMC) and MSI iConsole AP support IPMI 1.5 (option) MS-9569 BMC Card Specification BM C Chip - Qlogic Zircon UL ( ARM7 TDMI 32-bit/40MHz RISC), 128-pin PQFP...

  • Page 23: Mainboard Layout

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Mainboard Layout JPWR1 USB3 COM2 CPU1 KBMS1 SCSI 1 JBAT1 SCSI 2 DLED1 Intel NS PC87366-ICK/VLA FW82801ER SCSI 3 DLED2 DLED3 adaptec mP G A 60 4 AIC-7902W DLED4 BQXA336 755811 CPU2 FB9177.1 Intel COM1 Intel...

  • Page 24: Msi Special Features

    Getting Started MSI Special Features PC Alert™ III The PC Alert III is a utility you can find in the CD-ROM disk. The utility is just like your PC doctor that can detect the following PC hardware status during real time operation: ö...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2. System Hardware

    System Hardware This chapter provides instructions on the hardware installation of the MS-9246 in two sections. System Assembly illustrates how to assemble each component of the MS-9246. Rack Mounting de- scribes the procedures for mounting the unit into the rack in details.

  • Page 26: System Assembly Flowchart

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server System Assembly Flowchart The following flowchart shows basic system assembly procedures. Please note that always wear anti-static gloves when handling electrical components and exercise caution during the installation process. For more information, contact your local dealer or experienced technician.
  • Page 27 System Hardware INSTALL RISER CARDS REPLACE RISER CARD BRACKET INSTALL HARD DISK DRIVES CONNECT HDD, FDD, CD-ROM CABLES & POWER CORDS CHECK IF ALL PARTS ARE PROPERLY CONNECTED REPLACE CHASSIS COVER FINISH...

  • Page 28: System Assembly

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server System Assembly Removing the Chassis Cover 1. Loosen the thumbscrew on the rear bezel of the system. 2. Press the release buttons and slide the rear chassis cover backwards to remove it from the chassis. 3. Press the release buttons and slide the front chassis cover forwards to remove it...

  • Page 29: Replacing The Chassis Cover

    2. Fasten the thumbscrew on the rear bezel of the system. MSI Reminds You... Before you remove or install any components, make sure the server is not turned on or connected to the AC power.

  • Page 30: Cpu, Heatsink, And Fan Duct

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server CPU, Heatsink, and Fan Duct 1. On top of the CPU is a fan duct de- signed to enhance heat dissipation of the CPU. Lift up & remove the fan duct before installing the CPU. 2. Locate the first CPU socket and raise the lever up to its full extent.

  • Page 31: System Hardware

    System Hardware 5. Place the heat sink on top of CPU1 and secure the screws on both sides. Note: The heat sink has to be installed to prevent the CPU from overheating. 6. Remove the dummy heatsink on socket CPU2. Follow the same procedures to install the second CPU.

  • Page 32: Memory Population Rules

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server DDR-II Memory 1 . L oc at e t h e D I M M s l ot s on t h e mainboard. Insert the DIMM memory mod- ule vertically into the DIMM slot. Then...

  • Page 33: Pci Expansion Card

    System Hardware PCI Expansion Card 1. Locate the riser card bracket on the chassis. A standoff guide is designed as alignment guidance for installation of the riser card bracket to avoid damage of the riser card golden fingers. Lift the bracket up from the chassis (NO screwdriver is needed).
  • Page 34 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server 4. Install the second PCI expansion card if necessary. 5. Place the riser card bracket on top of the PCI slots on the motherboard. Align the riser card golden fingers with the PCI slots. Then aim the front end of the riser card bracket at the standoff guide and align the rear part of the bracket with the U-shaped cuts on the chassis.

  • Page 35: Pci Riser Card (Optional)

    System Hardware PCI Riser Card (Optional) Apart from the standard PCI riser cards assembled in the system, an optional riser card is available upon request. Please refer to the following for detailed specs and the instructions on riser card installation. Standard PCI Riser Cards: MS-9583, M S-9584 MS-9583: one 64-bit/100MHz PCI-X slot (for low profile card;...

  • Page 36: Scsi Hdd (Optional)

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server SCSI HDD (Optional) 1. To release the hot-swapping HDD tray, flip open the tray lever and pull the tray out of the bay. 2. Unscrew the HDD tray and take the tray out. 2-12...
  • Page 37 System Hardware 3. At the sides of the HDD are four screw holes, two on each side. On the HDD rack users will find four identical screw holes as on the HDD. Place the HDD into the rack and align the screw holes on the HDD with the ones on the rack. Secure the HDD with four screws supplied by the HDD vendor.

  • Page 38: Serial Ata Hdd (Optional)

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Serial ATA HDD (Optional) 1. To release the hot-swapping HDD holder, unscrew it and pull it out. 2. As the system mainboard supports two Serial ATA HDDs, only the HDD trays on the right & left sides can be used.
  • Page 39 System Hardware 4. At the sides of the HDD are four screw holes, two on each side. On the HDD rack users will find four identical screw holes as on the HDD. Place the HDD into the rack and align the screw holes on the HDD with the ones on the rack. Secure the HDD with four screws supplied by the HDD vendor.

  • Page 40: Rack Mounting

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Rack Mounting Chassis Ears 1. Insert the chassis ear into the chassis (as marked below). 2. Push it in until it fits firmly. Screw to secure the chassis ear. 3. Follow the same procedures to install the second chassis ear.

  • Page 41: Chassis Rails

    System Hardware Chassis Rails 1. The chassis rails and rack rails have been as- sembled together beforehand. The first thing to do with the rail set is to take the chassis rails off the rack rails. Note: 1. Only the service personnel can slide out the rack rails.
  • Page 42 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server 5. On each side of the chassis are three hooks to lock the chassis rail. First align the chassis hooks with the holes on the rail. Secure the rail to the chassis and push the rail backwards until it gets locked by the chassis hooks.

  • Page 43: Rack Rails

    System Hardware Rack Rails 1. Locate the triangle mark on the rack and install 3 screw holders to the rack as shown. 2. Align the rack rail with the rack and screw the rail to the rack by securing one screw to the bottom screw holder. 3.

  • Page 44: Cable Arm (Optional)

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Cable Arm (Optional) An optional cable arm is available to help tidy the system cables up. The cable arm attaches to the rear of the s erver and the s ystem rac k, allowing cables to move as the server slides back and forth within the rack cabinet.
  • Page 45 System Hardware 4. Simultaneously press down the right end of the locking mechanism and push the left end gently forwards to lock it into the hole at the end of the rack rail. The installation of the cable arm is completed at this point. Users may tidy the server cables up and tie-wrap them to the cable arm.

  • Page 46: Chassis Into The Rack

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Chassis into the Rack 1. To slide the system into the rack, first align the chassis rails with the rack rails and push the system backwards until the locking tab clicks. 2. Simultaneously press down the locking tabs on both sides of the chassis rails and push the system backwards.

  • Page 47: Chassis Off The Rack

    System Hardware Chassis off the Rack 1. To slide the system off the rack, first seize the system by its ears and gently pull the system out. 2. The system will be locked halfway while being pulled out. Simultaneously press down the loc king tabs on both Press down the locking tabs sides of the chassis and pull the system on both sides.

  • Page 48: Chapter 3. Mainboard Hardware

    Mainboard Hardware Chapter 3. Mainboard Hardware Mainboard Hardware This chapter provides you with the information about hard- ware setup procedures. W hile doing the installation, be careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong orientation, the compo- nents will not work properly.

  • Page 49: Quick Components Guide

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Quick Components Guide JPWR1, p.3-7 USB1, p.3-8 SCSI1/2, p.3-10 COM2, p.3-11 CN7, p.3-14 J7/J8, p.3-13 SATA1/2, p.3-9 Back Panel JBAT1, p.3-12 CN3, p.3-11 I/O, p.1-8 CN6, p.3-13 CN4, p.3-11 SCSI 1 SCSI 2 CPU1/2, p.3-3 SCS I 3...

  • Page 50: Central Processing Unit: Cpu

    Heat Sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the computer. MSI Reminds You... Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.

  • Page 51: Cpu Installation Procedures For Socket 604

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 604 Open Lever 1. Please turn off the power and Sliding unplug the power cord before Plate installing the CPU. 2. Pull the lever s ideways away from the socket. Make sure to...

  • Page 52: Memory

    Mainboard Hardware Memory The mainboard provides 8 slots for 240-pin DDR-II DIMM (Double In-Line Memory Module) modules. You can install DDR-II 400 SDRAM modules on the DDR-II DIMM slots (DIMM 1~8). Memory Bus Features u Support for direct connect of two DDR-II channel interfaces, DDR-II 400 technol- u Full operation support in single-channel mode on either interface u Stacked or unstacked DIMM support for registered DDR-II 400 technology u 144-bit wide with ECC, DDR-II 400 memory interface supports x72, ECC, regis-...

  • Page 53: Memory Population Rules

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Memory Population Rules The mainboard supports both single- & dual-channel modes. Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. You can install either single- or double-sided modules to meet your own needs. In dual-channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the same type and density on DDR-II DIMMs.

  • Page 54: Power Supply

    Mainboard Hardware Power Supply Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all com- ponents are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused. SSI 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR1 To connect to the SSI power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned.

  • Page 55: Connectors

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Connectors The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case, LAN, USB ports, CPU/system power supply fans, ... and etc. Front USB Connector: USB1 The mainboard provides one USB 2.0 pin header USB1 (optional USB 2.0 ®...

  • Page 56: Serial Ata Raid 0, 1 Connectors: Sata1, Sata2 (Optional)

    Take out the dust cover and connect to the hard disk devices Optional Serial ATA cable Connect to SATA1 or SATA2 MSI Reminds You... Please do not fold the Serial ATA cable into 90-degree angle. Otherwise, data loss may occur during transmission.

  • Page 57: Ultra320 Scsi Connectors: Scsi1/Scsi2 (Optional)

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Ultra320 SCSI Connectors: SCSI1/SCSI2 (Optional) SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is a parallel interface standard for attaching peripheral devices to computers. Ultra320 SCSI is the seventh generation of SCSI I/O technology, and has a maximum data rate speed of 320 MB/sec. SCSI’s...

  • Page 58: Ipmb Power Connector: Cn4

    Mainboard Hardware IPMB Power Connector: CN4 This connector is used to connect the power supply of the IPMB (Intelligent Platform Management Bus). Pin Definition SIGNAL SMB clock SMB data PS alert 3.3RS 5-pin IPMB Connector: CN3 The mainboard provides IPMB (Intelligent Platform Management Bus) connec- tors for users to connect the BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) card.

  • Page 59: Jumpers

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Jumpers The motherboard provides the following jumpers for you to set the computer’s function. This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s function through the use of jumpers. Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT1 There is a CMOS RAM onboard that has a power supply from external battery to keep the data of system configuration.

  • Page 60: Bios Recovery Jumper: Cn6

    Mainboard Hardware BIOS Recovery Jumper: CN6 Users can short connect pin#2-3 to recover the system BIOS with a Recovery Floppy. W hen the system is done with the job, the buzzer will beep to remind the user to set the jumper to its normal state (pin#1-2 short connected). Normal Recovery Clear BIOS Password Jumper: J7...

  • Page 61: Slots

    SO DIMM (Small Outline DIMM) The SO DIMM has 144 pins and supports a full 64-bit transfer. It is specifically designed for users to install MSI’s proprietary server management tool -- MS-9569 BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) card. PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots The motherboard provides two 64-bit PCI-X slots, one PCI Express x4 slot, and one PCI Express x8 slot.

  • Page 62: Chapter 4. Bios Setup

    SETUP. ² You want to change the default settings for customized features. MSI Reminds You... 1. The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under continuous update for better system performance.

  • Page 63: Entering Setup

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Entering Setup Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. W hen the message below appears on the screen, press <F2> key to enter Setup. Press F2 to enter SETUP If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button.

  • Page 64: Getting Help

    BIOS Setup Getting Help After entering the Setup menu, the first menu you will see is the Main Menu. M ain M enu The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes to. You can use the arrow keys ( to select the item.

  • Page 65: The Menu Bar

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server The Menu Bar Once you enter PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. On the Main Menu screen, you will see basic BIOS settings including system time & date, and the setup categories the BIOS supplies. Use Arrow keys to move among the items and menus, and make changes to the settings.
  • Page 66 BIOS Setup Security Use this menu to set Supervisor and User Passwords. Boot Use this menu to specify the priority of boot devices. Exit This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory default settings into the BIOS and exit the BIOS setup utility with or without changes.

  • Page 67: Main

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Main The items inside the Main menu are for basic system information and configuration. Each item includes none, one or more setup items. Use the Up/Down arrow keys or <Tab> to highlight the item or field you want to modify and use the <+>...
  • Page 68 BIOS Setup If you select [Manual], related information is asked to be entered to the following items. Enter the information directly from the keyboard. This information should be provided in the documentation from your hard disk vendor or the system manufacturer. [Type] Select how to define the HDD parameters [Multi-Sector Transfers]...

  • Page 69: System Summary

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server System Summary The items inside the Main menu are for basic system information and configuration. Each item includes none, one or more setup items. Use the Up/Down arrow keys or <Tab> to highlight the item or field you want to modify and use the <+>...

  • Page 70: Advanced

    BIOS Setup Advanced Items in the menu are divided into several sub-menus. Each sub-menu provides more settings. To enter the sub-menu, highligh the sub-menu you want to configure and press <Enter>. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Summary Advanced IPMI Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help...
  • Page 71 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server MSI Reminds You... Enabling the functionality of Hyper-Threading Technology for your computer system requires ALL of the following platform components: ® ® * CPU: An Intel Pentium 4 Processor with HT Technology; ® * Chipset: An Intel Chipset that supports HT Technology;...
  • Page 72 The setting specifies whether the system will be awakened from power saving modes when activity or input signal from the specified modem is detected. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. MSI Reminds You... You need to install a modem card supporting power on function for “Wake On Ring” function.
  • Page 73 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Embedded SCSI (Optional) The sub-menu is used to configure the onboard SCSI device. SCSI Controller (Optional) Use this feature to enable or disable the onboard SCSI controller. Option ROM Scan (Optional) Use this feature to initialize device expansion ROM.
  • Page 74 BIOS Setup Interrupt It specifies the interrupt for Port A/Port B. Options: [IRQ 3], [IRQ 4]. PS/2 M ouse If your system has a PS/2 mouse port and you install a serial pointing device, select [Disabled]. Legacy USB Support Set to [Enabled] if you need to use any USB 1.1/2.0 device in the operating system that does not support or have any USB 1.1/2.0 driver installed, such as DOS and SCO Unix.
  • Page 75 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server DM I Event Logging Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to view DMI event logging. DMI Event Logging Event Log Validity: Valid Event Log Capacity: Space Available View DMI Event Log: [Enter] Eve nt Loggi ng: [Enabled] ECC Event Logging:...
  • Page 76 BIOS Setup BIOS Redirection Port This feature selects the serial port to use for Console Redirection. [Disabled] completely disables Console Redirection. Setting options: [Disabled], [Serial Port Baud Rate It allows you to select delay befor key repeat. Options: [300], [1200], [2400], [9600], [19.2K], [38.4K], [57.6K], [115.2K].

  • Page 77: Ipmi (Optional)

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server IPMI (Optional) This setup screen appears only when the MS-9569 BM C card (for Server Management) is installed on the mainboard. Press PgUp/<+> or PgDn/<-> to configure IPMI. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Summary Advanced IPMI...
  • Page 78 BIOS Setup Change COM Port Setting This setting controls the COM port setting. COM Port on BMC This setting disables/enables the COM port on BMC. System Event Logging This setting disables/enables the logging of system events. Clear System Event Log Enabling this selection will force the BIOS to clear the System Event Log on the next boot.
  • Page 79 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server System Event Log Press <Enter> to display the System Event Log. System Event Log SEL Entry Number = SEL Record ID = 0010 SEL Record Type = 02 - System Event Record Timestamp = 01.13.2004 10:50:08...

  • Page 80: Security

    BIOS Setup Security This section lets you set security passwords to control access to the system at boot time and/or when entering the BIOS setup program. It also allows you to set virus protection at hard disk boot sector. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Summary Advanced...
  • Page 81 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Password on boot Choosing [Enabled] requires a password on boot. It requires prior setting of the supervisor password. If the supervisor password is set and this option is disabled, BIOS assumes the user is booting. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled].

  • Page 82: Boot

    BIOS Setup Boot Use this menu to arrange and specify the priority of the devices from which the BIOS will attempt to boot the Operating System. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Summary Advanced IPMI Security Boot Exit Item Specific Help CD-ROM Drive +Removable Devices +Hard Drive...

  • Page 83: Exit

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Exit The following sections describe each of the options on this menu. Note that <Esc> does not exit this menu. You must select one of the items from the menu or menu bar to exit. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility...

  • Page 84: Appendix A: Scsi Bios Setup (Optional

    SCSI BIOS Setup Appendix A: SCSI BIOS Setup (Optional) This chapter provides information on the Small Computer Sys- tem Interface (SCSI) BIOS setup utility and allows you to configure the SCSI subsystem for optimum use. You may need to run the SCSI BIOS setup utility when: ²...

  • Page 85: Entering Scsi Bios

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Entering SCSI BIOS Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. W hen the message below appears on the screen, press <Ctrl> + <A> keys simulta- neously to enter SCSI BIOS utility.
  • Page 86 SCSI BIOS Setup AIC-7902 A at slot 0A, 03:07:00 Would you like to configure the SCSI controller, or run the SCSI Disk Utilities? Select the option and press <Enter>. Options Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings SCSI Disk Utilities Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings Use this option for SCSI controller configurations.

  • Page 87: Configure/View Scsi Controller Settings

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings There are 8 items in the “Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings” screen. These items display or allow you to change the SCSI controller’s settings. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then press <Enter> to select the value you want in each item or enter each item’s sub-menu screen.

  • Page 88: Additional Options

    SCSI BIOS Setup the SCSI bus is necessary. Proper termination can ensure signal on the SCSI bus will not reflect and cause data loss or errors. Settings options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. Additional Options Boot Device Configuration Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu screen. Boot Device Configuration Single Image Master SCSI Controller ......
  • Page 89 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server SCSI Device Configuration SCSI Device ID Sync Transfer Rate (MB/Sec) ..320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 Packetized......... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes QAS........... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Initiate Wide Negotiation ....
  • Page 90 SCSI BIOS Setup Send Start Unit Command W hen set to Yes, the SCSI controller sends the Start Unit command to the specified SCSI device during bootup. The interface powers up the SCSI device on-at-a-time during bootup, reducing the load on the computer’s power supply. Setting options: [Yes], [No].

  • Page 91: Bios Information

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server POST Display Mode The field determines how much information about your SCSI controller and devices appear on the screen during bootup. For the most complete information, choose [Diagnostic]. For a faster boot, select [Silent]. Setting options: [Verbose], [Silent], [Diagnostic].

  • Page 92: Disk Utilities

    SCSI BIOS Setup Disk Utilities AIC-7902 A at slot 0A, 03:07:00 Select SCSI Disk and press <Enter> SCSI ID#0: No device SCSI ID#1: No device SCSI ID#2: No device SCSI ID#3: No device SCSI ID#4: No device SCSI ID#5: No device SCSI ID#6: No device SCSI ID#7:...
  • Page 93 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Select the SCSI device which you want to manage by highlighting the item and press <Enter>. The following dialog box appears. Select the function you want to perform. SCSI ID# 0: HITACHI DK32DJ-18MW Firmware: G2G2 Capacity:...

  • Page 94: Appendix B: Adaptec Sata Raid Utility For Intel Ich5R (Optional

    1. Supports 150 MB/s transfers with CRC error checking 2. Data handling optimizations including tagged command queuing, elevator seek and packet chain command MSI Reminds You... All the information/volumes listed in your system might differ from the illustrations in this appendix.

  • Page 95: Introduction

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Introduction 1. Overview Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID with HostRAID adds RAID functionality to the Serial ATA I/O controller by supporting RAID levels 0 and 1. HostRAID adds entry level RAID support to the Serial ATA I/O controller. W ith HostRAID, you can add reliable performance and full data protection.
  • Page 96 Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R Adaptec RAID Configuration (ARC) Utility—Part of the controller’s built-in BIOS code. You start ARC by pressing Ctrl+A during BIOS startup. For details, see Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility. Array Configuration Utility (ACU)—A DOS/BIOS application used to create, configure, and manage arrays.

  • Page 97: Installing The Driver

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Installing the Driver This section describes installing the driver and setting up the new array for the drives attached to your controller. Before you get started, you need to select from the following scenarios for installing the controller driver on W indows or Linux systems:...

  • Page 98: Installing The Driver In An Existing Windows System

    Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R 2. Installing the Driver in an Existing Windows System In this scenario, you are installing a driver in a system that already has a W in- dows operating system. To install the driver: 1.

  • Page 99: Installing Suse Linux 8.0

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server 4. Installing SuSE Linux 8.0 or 8.1 Installing the Driver in a New Linux System In this scenario, you are installing the driver in a new Linux system. To install the driver: 1. Obtain a driver disk from either the Web site or the product CD.

  • Page 100: Installing Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition

    Typical installation. Compact — Installs only the components required on a remotely managed system. See Managed System Components, above. MSI Reminds You... When you perform a Typical or Compact installation, components needed for communication and remote management are installed automatically.

  • Page 101: Installing Adaptec Storage Manager On Windows

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server 4. Installing Adaptec Storage Manager on Windows MSI Reminds You... When installing on a FAT 32 file system, the folder being installed is automatically hidden. To install Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition: 1. Verify that a supported browser is installed. See Supported Browsers for details.

  • Page 102: Configuring Internet Browsers On Windows

    Active Scripting Allow per session cookies (not stored) MSI Reminds You... In Internet Explorer 6.0 there is no security setting for cookies. Cookie configuration was removed from the Privacy tab. There is no setting for blocking Intranet cookies.
  • Page 103 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Configuring Netscape Navigator for Local Management MSI Reminds You... These instructions apply specifically to version 7 and may differ in later versions. To configure Netscape Navigator: 1. Log in to your computer with administrator access. 2. Select Edit > Preferences.

  • Page 104: Installing Adaptec Storage Manager On Linux

    Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R 5. Installing Adaptec Storage Manager on Linux MSI Reminds You... When performing this ins tallation, keep in mind that Linux is case sensitive. To install Adaptec Storage Manager on a Linux computer and configure the de- sired Internet browser: 1.

  • Page 105: Using Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Using Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition 1. Overview This section describes how to use Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition to manage arrays. Once you are logged in, you will find convenient online help to guide you through the details of creating, configuring, and managing arrays.

  • Page 106: Architecture Overview

    Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R 2. Architecture Overview A locally managed system requires all of these components: A supported Web browser, which should already be installed on the system. The Adaptec Web service which supplies content displayed on the Web brows er.

  • Page 107: Installing A Security Certificate

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Notes: W hen running Adaptec Storage Manager for the first time: You need to install a security certificate if you chose not to during the instal- lation process. For instructions see Installing a Security Certificate. You are asked to register your software. For instructions see Registering Your Software.

  • Page 108: The Basics

    6. The Basics An example of a typical Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition screen is shown below. MSI Reminds You... Depending on your operating system, browser, and color scheme you may notice some differences between this illustration and your screen.

  • Page 109: Physical Devices

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server to amber, indicating that clicking any of them will display an additional window with information and options specific to this controller. Pop-Up Tool Tips If you position the cursor over a device or button a pop-up tool tip appears. For buttons, the tips contain helpful information about the function of the button, while for devices they display additional information.

  • Page 110: Logical Devices

    Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R V i ew is the default display mode and when expanded, will show the following information about each device: Capacity of the drive Drive manufacturer and model number SCSI drive ID, or Serial ATA port number W hen expanded, the Full Size Capacity View button and the Relative Size Capacity View button...
  • Page 111 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server For detailed instructions on using these buttons, refer to the online Help. The main area of the Logical Devices view is used to display the arrays on this controller. It defaults to a condensed view of top-level arrays.

  • Page 112: Adaptec Raid Configuration Utility

    The physical disks associated with the array are displayed here. 5. Press Esc to return to the previous menu. Deleting Arrays MSI Reminds You... Back up the data on an array before you delete it. Otherwise, all data on the array is lost. Deleted arrays cannot be restored.

  • Page 113: Creating Arrays

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server 3. From the ACU menu, select Manage Arrays. 4. Select the array you wish to delete and press Delete. 5. In the Array Properties dialog box, select Delete and press Enter. The follow- ing prompt is displayed: Warning!! Deleting the array will render array unusable.
  • Page 114 Adaptec does not recommend that you migrate or build an array on W in- dows dynamic disks (volumes), as it will result in data loss. MSI Reminds You... Do not interrupt the creation of a RAID 0 using the Migrate option. If you do, there is no way to restart, and no way to recover the data that was on the source drive.

  • Page 115: Using The Disk Utilities

    MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Initializing Disk Drives If an installed disk does not appear in the disk selection list for creating a new array or if it appears grayed out, you may have to initialize it before you can use it as part of an array.

  • Page 116: Glossary

    Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R Glossary activity See task. Array Configuration Utility. An application used to create, configure, and manage arrays from the controller’s BIOS or MS-DOS. array A logical disk created from available space and made up of one or more segments on one or more physical disks.
  • Page 117 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server b u s See channel. cache Fast-access memory on the controller that serves as intermediate storage for data that is read from, or written to, drives. capacity Total usable space available in megabytes or gigabytes. channel Any path, or bus, used for the transfer of data and the control of information be- tween storage devices and a RAID controller.
  • Page 118 Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R di sk Physical disk drive. Randomly accessible, re-writable data storage device. Also called hard disk. disk ID Unique disk identifier that consists of the channel number, SATA ID. For example, (channel:ID:LUN) 1:04:0. See also channel. drive LED Disk indicator LED that illuminates during read or write operations.
  • Page 119 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server hot swap To remove a component from a system and install a new component while the power is on and the system is running. impacted An impacted array is one which has been created but for some reason the initial build operation did not complete.
  • Page 120 Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R offline array Array that can no longer be accessed. optimal The state of an array when it is fully operational. For redundant arrays, the entire array is protected. partition A section of a disk storage device created by the operating system disk management program, in which data and/or software programs are stored.
  • Page 121 MS-9246 1U Rackmount Server Provides redundancy by storing identical copies on two drives. See also mirrored array/mirroring. RAID signature The area on each disk reserved for use by the RAID controller. RAID volume Concatenates two or more arrays of the same type.
  • Page 122 Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH5R task An operation that occurs only on the RAID controller, asynchronous to all other operations; for example, initializing a disk or verifying an array. Some tasks can take an extended period of time, particularly if the RAID controller is also performing intensive data I/O while the task is running.

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