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  • Page 1 Gateway 7450R Server ™ System Manual March 2001...
  • Page 2 Due to continuing system improvements, Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com. In no event will Gateway be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Turning off the server ........
  • Page 4 Protecting the server against viruses ........72...
  • Page 5 Using your Server Companion CD ........78...
  • Page 6 Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...

  • Page 7: Preface

    User’s Guide Names of publications are printed in italic. Viewpoint All references to front, rear, left, or right on the server are based on the server being in a normal, upright position, as viewed from the front. Important A note labeled important informs you of special circumstances.

  • Page 8: Getting Additional Information

    Getting additional information Log on to the Gateway technical support area at www.gatewayatwork.com to find information about your system or other Gateway products. Some types of information you can access are: Hardware driver and program updates Technical tips Service agreement information...

  • Page 9: System Features

    System Features Standard features As many as two Intel Bus (FSB) Four Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets, that support up to 4.0 GB of buffered, PC/133 Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory (SDRAM) ATI Rage XL AGP video chipset Two integrated Intel 82559 network controllers providing dual 10/100 LAN support and network connectors Integrated Super Video Graphics Array (SVGA) video support with 4 MB of Synchronous Graphics RAM (SGRAM)

  • Page 10: Front Panel

    The drive bays support 1.0-inch Ultra160 SCSI drives. Hot plug drive(s) plug into the hot-plug drive bay(s). The server includes at least one and may include as many as three. Hard drive activity LED (3) flashes green when the adjacent hard drive is accessed.

  • Page 11: Control Panel

    This LED glows amber when AC power to the server is on, but the internal (DC) power is off which means there is power to the server but the server is powered down.

  • Page 12: Back Panel

    Back panel Power connector Mouse port Keyboard port Power connector connects the server power cord. The other end of the power cord plugs into an AC outlet, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or power strip. Mouse port connects a PS/2-compatible mouse.

  • Page 13: Interior Of System

    Fans provide cooling for the system. Control panel board contains the indicator LEDs and the buttons to control the server. See “Control panel board” on page 9. Air baffle controls the internal airflow to make sure the thermally sensitive internal components receive adequate cooling.

  • Page 14: System Board

    Empty drive bays contain empty carriers to control airflow and EMC characteristics. Diskette drive reads and writes 1.44-MB diskettes. CD drive (optional) plays data or audio CDs. System board Secondary processor socket Primary processor socket Power connector Speaker Switch bank SW1 Battery Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...
  • Page 15 Blower 2 connector Jumper J1 Blower 1 connector Front panel USB connector Power connector Fan 2 connector Front panel connector Fan 1 connector Secondary IDE connector Primary IDE connector Diskette drive connector Ultra160 SCSI connector DIMM slots (4) Riser card edge connector RJ-45 Ethernet LAN1 connector and LEDs RJ-45 Ethernet LAN2 connector and LEDs Video connector...

  • Page 16: Hot-Plug Backplane

    Power connector connects the power cable from the power supply. Data connector connects the SCSI cable from the RAID controller. SCSI drive connectors (3) connect the three SCA SCSI drives. Install drives in increasing order of SCSI ID. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Power connector SCSI connector SCSI connector...

  • Page 17: Control Panel Board

    This LED glows amber when AC power to the server is on, but the internal (DC) power is off which means there is power to the server but the server is powered down.

  • Page 18: Riser Card

    Slot 1 is the lower slot and slot 2 is the upper slot. System board connector connects to the system board. Chassis intrusion switch sends a signal to the system management software when the chassis cover is removed. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Chassis intrusion switch...

  • Page 19: System Setup

    System Setup Setting up the server Use the instructions in the Gateway 7450R Rackmount Installation Guide that came with the server to assemble the server. You should prepare a safe working environment before assembling the server by following these guidelines: Important Keep the boxes and packing material.

  • Page 20: Starting The Server

    All cables are firmly connected to the proper ports on the back panel of the server. Caution The server and monitor are plugged into an AC outlet, power strip, or UPS and that the power strip or UPS is turned on. To start the system:...

  • Page 21: Understanding The Power-On Self-Test

    The system displays an error message if POST finds any problems. Write down any error messages that you see. If you continue to have problems, these error messages may help you or Gateway technical support diagnose the cause. Setting up the operating system The first time you start the server, the operating system takes a few minutes to set up.

  • Page 22: Turning Off The Server

    Restart the server. The setup is complete. Important Turning off the server Every time you turn off the server, shut down the operating system first. You may lose data if you do not follow the proper procedure. To turn off the server in Windows NT:...

  • Page 23: Resetting The Server

    Resetting the server If your server does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you may have to close programs that are not responding. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your server to normal operation, you may have to perform a forced shut down and restart the server.
  • Page 24 Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...

  • Page 25: Case Access

    Case Access Preventing static electricity discharge Before opening the server case, follow these precautions to prevent damage from static electricity. When opening your server case, always perform the following procedure. Caution Static electricity can permanently damage electronic components in your server. Prevent electrostatic damage to your server by following static electricity precautions every time you open your server case.

  • Page 26: Opening The Case

    Caution Removing the top panel The top panel provides access to all of the internal components of the server. Caution To remove the top panel: Turn off the server and disconnect all power cords.
  • Page 27 Remove the two thumbscrews from the top of the flanges at the sides of the front panel. Thumbscrew Flange Slide the top panel slightly to the back. Lift the panel up and away from the chassis. Thumbscrew Flange Case Access...

  • Page 28: Closing The Case

    Closing the case Close the case as soon as you finish installing or removing components so that dust and dirt do not collect inside the server and to maintain the thermal characteristics of the server interior. Caution Replacing the top panel You must replace the top panel before you can operate the server.

  • Page 29: Replacing And Adding Internal Devices

    One diskette drive and at least one 1-inch high, 3.5-inch hot-plug hard drive are included with the server. You can add an optional slimline CD drive and as many as two additional hot-plug drives for a total of three hot-plug drives.

  • Page 30: Drive Cabling Information

    If you order the optional CD drive, a third cable is provided. Use the standard IDE cable to connect the CD drive. Replacing the diskette drive The diskette drive is on the right side of the server. See “Interior of system” on page 5 for the location of the diskette drive. Important...
  • Page 31 Remove the diskette drive assembly by removing the two screws near the back of the drive. Hooks Slide the drive assembly back slightly to disengage the hooks on the drive bay from the slots on the diskette drive bracket, then pull the drive assembly out of the chassis.

  • Page 32: Installing A Cd Drive

    Installing a CD drive The CD drive bay is in the center of the front panel. If the server did not include a CD drive, a blank or “dummy” unit occupies the bay and must be removed. Important To install your CD drive assembly: Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord and all other external peripheral devices.

  • Page 33: Replacing The Cd Drive Assembly

    CD drive, through the cable clamp, and to the primary IDE connector on the system board. Other routing may interfere with internal airflow and the thermal characteristics of the server. Close the case. See “Closing the case” on page 20.
  • Page 34 Connect the power and data cables, making sure the cables are in their original positions. Close the case. See “Closing the case” on page 20. Reconnect the power cord and all other external peripheral devices, then turn on the system. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Slots Hooks...

  • Page 35: Replacing A Hot-Plug Drive

    Gateway tests and verifies the operation and compatibility of the drives we sell. Additional or replacement drives must conform to Gateway standards, especially in a RAID or mission-critical environment. Replacing and Adding Internal Devices...
  • Page 36 Continue pulling outward until the drive is entirely out of the system. Remove the six screws that secure the drive to the carrier. Remove the drive from the carrier. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Retention lever...

  • Page 37: Adding A Hot-Plug Drive

    Install the new drive in the carrier using the six screws you removed in Step 5. Make sure the drive is oriented correctly. Align the drive carrier with the slots at the sides of the drive bay. Leave the retention lever in the open position. Push the drive all of the way into the drive bay until the connector at the back joins with the corresponding connector on the SCSI backplane, then firmly close the lever.
  • Page 38 Make sure the drive is oriented correctly. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Gateway tests and verifies the operation and compatibility of the drives we sell. Additional or replacement drives must conform to Gateway standards, especially in a RAID or mission-critical environment. Retention lever...

  • Page 39: Memory

    No jumper settings are required for the memory size or type because the BIOS automatically detects this information. Important Gateway recommends that you purchase memory upgrades through Gateway sales. An incorrect memory match may adversely affect the performance of the server. Replacing and Adding Internal Devices...

  • Page 40: Replacing Memory

    DIMM automatically locks the socket clamps on each end of the DIMM. Close the case. See “Closing the case” on page 20. Reconnect the peripherals and the power cord, then turn on the system. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual DIMM 1 DIMM 4...

  • Page 41: Adding Memory

    Adding memory To add DIMMs: Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord and all other external peripheral devices. Open the case. See “Opening the case” on page 18 and “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 17. Pull open the socket clamps on each side of the DIMM socket. Insert the new DIMM into the socket, aligning the two notches in the DIMM with the two notches in the DIMM socket.

  • Page 42: Processors

    The primary processor, located closer to the front of the server, uses a smaller heatsink. The secondary processor, located closer to the back of the server, uses a larger heatsink.
  • Page 43 Unclip the heatsink by pressing down on the top of the clip, then pushing the top of the clip toward the heatsink. Clip Hook Lift the heatsink off of the processor. Remove the processor by pulling the lever arm slightly away from the processor socket, then lifting it to a ninety-degree angle.

  • Page 44: Replacing The Secondary Processor

    Reconnect the power cord and all other cords you removed, then turn on the system. Replacing the secondary processor When replacing a processor, order a processor upgrade from The Accessory Store on the Gateway Web site. Caution Gateway 7450R Server System Manual The correct heatsink must be installed on each processor.
  • Page 45 To replace the secondary processor: Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord and all external peripheral devices. Open the case. See “Opening the case” on page 18 and “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 17. Unclip the heatsink by pressing down on the top of the clip, then pushing the top of the clip toward the heatsink.
  • Page 46 Replace the heatsink. Make sure that the heatsink is oriented properly over the processor and socket. Close the case. See “Closing the case” on page 20. Reconnect the power cord and all other cords you removed, then turn on the system. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Pin 1...

  • Page 47: Adding A Secondary Processor

    The second processor must match the first processor in speed or the system functions at the speed of the slowest processor. When adding a second processor order a processor upgrade kit from The Accessory Store on the Gateway Web site. Caution To add a second processor: Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord and all external peripheral devices.

  • Page 48: Replacing The Battery

    The battery provides power for the system real-time clock and CMOS memory, which holds the system configuration information. If your battery is failing you may notice the server clock slowing down and giving you the incorrect time. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...

  • Page 49: To Replace The Battery

    For more information, see “About the BIOS Setup utility” on page 61. Turn off the server, disconnect the power cord and all external peripheral devices. Open the case. See “Opening the case” on page 18 and “Preventing static electricity discharge”...
  • Page 50 Reconnect the peripherals and the power cord, then turn on the system. If the CMOS data is not correct, change the information in the BIOS Setup utility using the data you recorded in Step 2. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Air baffle...

  • Page 51: Expansion Cards

    Expansion cards The server has two expansion slots on the riser card that can be used for a variety of expansion cards. These slots support 64-bit, 66 MHz PCI cards. Both slots will hold full-length, full-height cards. Replacing an expansion card You must install an expansion card in slot 1 before you can install an expansion card in slot 2.
  • Page 52 Remove the card holder from the other end of the expansion card. Remove the old expansion card from the slot. Set any jumpers or switches on the new expansion card, then install the new expansion card in the empty slot. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Card holder...

  • Page 53: Adding An Expansion Card

    Close the case. See “Closing the case” on page 20. Reconnect the peripherals and the power cord, then turn on the system. You may need to reconfigure the server after replacing an expansion card. You may also need to install upgrade software that came with the card. Check the card documentation for additional information.
  • Page 54 Set any jumpers and switches on the card, if required in the card instructions. Turn off the server, disconnect the power cord and all external peripheral devices. Open the case. See “Opening the case” on page 18 and “Preventing static electricity discharge”...
  • Page 55 Remove the card holder from the other end of the expansion card. Set any jumpers or switches on the expansion card, then install the expansion card in the empty slot. If the card is full-length, insert the card extension into the card guide. The card extension in slot 1 fits below the card guide and the card extension in slot 2 fits into the groove in the card guide.

  • Page 56: Replacing The Power Supply

    Close the case. See “Closing the case” on page 20. Reconnect the peripherals and the power cord, then turn on the system. You may need to reconfigure the server after installing some expansion cards. You may also need to install software that came with the card. Check the card documentation for additional information.
  • Page 57 Disconnect the cables from the power supply to all other internal parts. Note their positions and orientations so you can connect the cables from the new power supply. Remove the air duct between the power supply and the number two blower.

  • Page 58: Replacing A Blower

    Remove the three screws that secure the power supply to the back panel, then slide the power supply toward the front of the server to free it from the pin on the bottom of the server and lift it out of the chassis.
  • Page 59 To replace a blower: Use the system management software to determine which blower has failed. Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord and external peripherals. Open the case. See “Opening the case” on page 18 and “Preventing static electricity discharge”...

  • Page 60: Replacing A Fan

    Fan 1 Insert the new fan into the fan bracket. Make sure the direction of rotation and airflow match the direction and airflow of the fan you removed. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Fan 2...

  • Page 61: Replacing The Control Panel Board

    Disconnect all cables from the control panel board. Note the location and orientation of each cable as you remove it. Remove the three screws that secure the control panel board to the front of the chassis, then remove the board from the server. Replacing and Adding Internal Devices...

  • Page 62: Replacing The Hot-Plug Backplane

    Open the case. See “Opening the case” on page 18 and “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 17. Disconnect all cables to the hot-plug backplane. Note their locations and orientations. Remove all hot-plug drives. Be careful to note which drive was in which slot. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...

  • Page 63: Replacing The Riser Card

    Remove the four screws that secure the hot-plug backplane assembly in the chassis, then lift the assembly out of the server. Place the new backplane assembly in the chassis and secure it using the four screws you removed in Step 5.
  • Page 64 Remove the two screws that secure the riser card assembly to the chassis. Disconnect the riser card from the edge connector on the system board, then lift the riser card assembly out of the chassis. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...

  • Page 65: Replacing The System Board

    Remove the two screws that secure the riser card to the bracket. Slide the riser card to the left on the bracket to free it from the pins on the bracket, then pull the riser card off of the bracket. Place the new riser card on the bracket and secure it with the two screws you removed in Step 6.
  • Page 66 Remove any processors and DIMMs that you will install in the new system board. See “Replacing memory” on page 32, “Replacing the primary processor” on page 34, and “Replacing the secondary processor” on page 36. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...
  • Page 67 Remove the eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis, then lift the system board out of the chassis. Remove the new system board from its anti-static bag and set any jumpers that you may need to set for your configuration. See “System board” on page 6 and “Setting the system board jumpers and switches”...
  • Page 68 Replace any expansion cards you removed from the system in Step 3. See “Replacing an expansion card” on page 43. Close the case. See “Closing the case” on page 20. Reconnect all peripherals and the power cord, then turn on the system. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...

  • Page 69: Using The Bios Setup Utility

    Using the BIOS Setup Utility About the BIOS Setup utility The server BIOS has a built-in setup utility that lets you configure several basic system characteristics. The settings are stored in battery-backed RAM and are retained even when the power is off.
  • Page 70 Exit Refer to the Help box on the right side of the BIOS Setup screens for information about menu items. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual (down arrow) keys select items in the menu. (right arrow) keys move you between the...

  • Page 71: Updating The Bios

    Updating the BIOS If you need a new version of the BIOS, you can download the BIOS update from the technical support area on the Gateway Web site (www.gatewayatwork.com) and install the new version from a diskette. To update the BIOS you need to perform the following tasks in sequence:...

  • Page 72: Setting The System Board Jumpers And Switches

    BIOS Setup utility, even if you made no changes to the settings. If the server does not boot properly, repeat the BIOS recovery procedure. If the server still does not boot properly, contact Gateway technical support. Setting the system board jumpers and switches The system board has one jumper and one four switch bank.

  • Page 73: Setting The Switches

    Setting the switches Switch bank SW1 is a four-switch bank that lets you clear the password, update the BIOS, or recover from a failed BIOS update attempt. The four switches each have a different function as shown in the table below. For the location of switch bank SW1, see “System board”...
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  • Page 75: Managing The Server

    Surge suppressors During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into the server can increase far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your server and peripherals by connecting them to a surge suppressor, which will absorb voltage surges and prevent them from reaching your server.

  • Page 76: Line Conditioners

    Use a standby uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect your server from data loss during a total power failure. A UPS uses a battery to keep your server running temporarily during a power failure and lets you save your work and shut down your server.

  • Page 77: Hard Drive Management Practices

    Use Check Disk from once a week to once a month, depending on how often you use the server. Also use Check Disk if you have any hard drive problems. To use Check Disk: Double-click the Right-click the drive you want to check.

  • Page 78: Backing Up Files

    Back up old files to the network, a large capacity disk drive, or tape drive and delete the files from the hard drive. This server does not support the installation of an internal large capacity disk drive or tape storage drive.
  • Page 79 Files in the memory cache are removed when you turn off your server. Files are saved in the disk cache until the space designated for the cache is full. See your browser’s Help files for instructions on emptying the disk cache.

  • Page 80: Protecting The Server Against Viruses

    Some viruses can go unnoticed for long periods of time because they are activated by a certain date or time. Protect your server from viruses by: Using an anti-virus program to check files and programs that are on diskettes, attached to e-mail messages, or downloaded from the Internet.

  • Page 81: System Administration And Control

    Manager. Each significant hardware event generates an interrupt that is detected by the SNMP agent and then routed to ManageX. The SNMP agent is provided on the Server Companion CD (SCCD) and must be installed on the server before system administration and control will function properly.
  • Page 82 To install the SNMP agent in Windows NT: Add the IP address or hostname of the server to the SNMP setup. This SNMP service routes SNMP service alerts to ManageX. Install ManageX from the Server Companion CD (SCCD). Run SETUP.EXE from the SCCD. The default directory is \Program Files\7450R Agent.
  • Page 83 You can open the Message Reader to view the events. The Message Reader is dynamically updated every few seconds. You can also modify the error limit values in \winnt\7450R.ini. However, you must stop the SNMP service and restart it when you are finished.

  • Page 84: System Security

    Mechanical access and monitoring The system includes a chassis intrusion switch. When the top panel is opened, the switch transmits a signal to the system board, where server management software processes the signal. Security through the BIOS Setup utility The BIOS Setup utility provides several security features to prevent unauthorized or accidental access to the system.

  • Page 85: System Recovery

    Creating a startup diskette If your server hard drive is damaged, you may not be able to start the server from the hard drive. A startup diskette is a bootable diskette that lets you start the server and attempt to fix the problem.

  • Page 86: Using Your Server Companion Cd

    DOS Command Prompt, changing to the C:\I386 subdirectory and typing winnt32/ox. Press E Using your Server Companion CD The Server Companion CD included with your server can be used to: Install hardware drivers for Windows NT Install selected hardware drivers for some other operating systems (see...

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    Verifying your configuration If the server is not operating correctly, the BIOS may contain an invalid configuration parameter. Open the BIOS Setup utility and check your configuration settings. (See “About the BIOS Setup utility” on page 61.)

  • Page 88: Troubleshooting Guidelines

    If a peripheral does not work, make sure that all connections are secure. If you see an error message on the screen, write it down, word for word. You may be asked about it when calling Gateway Client Care. Only qualified personnel should open the system for maintenance.

  • Page 89: Cd Problems

    Panel), double-click Add New Hardware. Follow the on-screen instructions for adding the drive. Restart your server, then press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup utility program. From the Main | IDE Configuration menu, set the IDE Controller to Both and the Secondary IDE Master to Auto.

  • Page 90: Memory And Processor Problems

    The SCSI ID may be invalid The SCSI chain is not terminated Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Solution Open the BIOS Setup utility and save the new memory configuration. Make sure that the memory is properly seated and oriented.
  • Page 91 The system does not recognize the diskette drive Probable cause Solution Restart your server, then press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup The diskette drive may be configured incorrectly utility. In the Boot | Removable Devices menu, make sure that the diskette drive parameters are set correctly.

  • Page 92: Printer Problems

    The card was not installed correctly Printer problems This server does not include a parallel port on the I/O panel. To connect a printer directly to the server, you must use a serial or USB printer. The printer will not turn on...

  • Page 93: System Problems

    The system is not connected to an AC outlet The system is non-responsive Probable cause An error occurs during an application or the server may be out of memory The keyboard does not work Probable cause A key was pressed while the...

  • Page 94: Video Problems

    The video card is not compatible with the system The second processor is not seated properly Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Solution Make sure that the cable is plugged in correctly. Load the appropriate mouse driver manually or contact technical support.
  • Page 95 The image on the screen is dim or difficult to read Probable cause The monitor brightness and contrast controls are turned down Sunlight is glaring off the display The monitor may be old The color monitor displays everything in black and white Probable cause Solution The system was turned...

  • Page 96: Error Codes And Test Points

    Move the monitor away from sources of electrical interference, such as televisions, unshielded speakers, microwave ovens, fluorescent lights, and metal beams or shelves. Turn off the server and monitor and leave them off for at least a half hour, then restart the system.
  • Page 97 Test Beep POST Routine Description Point Code Restore processor control word during warm boot Initialize PCI bus mastering devices Initialize keyboard controller 1-2-2-3 BIOS ROM checksum Initialize cache before memory auto-size 8254 timer initialization 8237 DMA controller initialization Reset programmable interrupt controller 1-3-1-1 Test DRAM refresh 1-3-1-3 Test 8742 keyboard controller Set ES segment register to 4 GB...
  • Page 98 For example, “2C 0002” means address line 1 (bit one set) has failed. “2E 1020” means data bits 12 and 5 (bits 12 and 5 set) have failed in the lower 16 bits. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...
  • Page 99 Test Beep POST Routine Description Point Code Detect and install external parallel ports Initialize PC-compatible PnP ISA devices Re-initialize onboard I/O ports Configure mainboard configurable devices (optional) Initialize BIOS data area Enable non-maskable interrupts Initialize extended BIOS data area Test and initialize PS/2 mouse Initialize diskette controller Determine number of ATA drives (optional) Initialize hard drive controllers...
  • Page 100 For example, “2C 0002” means address line 1 (bit one set) has failed. “2E 1020” means data bits 12 and 5 (bits 12 and 5 set) have failed in the lower 16 bits. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual...
  • Page 101 Test Beep POST Routine Description Point Code Set huge segment Initialize multi processor Initialize OEM special code Initialize PIC and DMA Initialize memory type Initialize memory size Shadow Boot Block Initialize System Management Mode System memory test Initialize interrupt vectors Initialize Run Time Clock Initialize video Output one beep...
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  • Page 103: A Safety, Regulatory, And Notices

    Important safety information Your Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed.
  • Page 104 The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. The system performance changes. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway. Important Gateway 7450R Server System Manual For the power supply of this equipment, an approved power cord has to be used.
  • Page 105 Warnings WARNING: AVERTISSEMENT: English (US) Français The power supply in this Le bloc d’alimentation de ce product contains no produit ne contient aucune user-serviceable parts. pièce pouvant être réparée par There may be more than one l'utilisateur. Ce produit peut supply in this product.
  • Page 106 Provided with sufficient space to access the power supply cords, because they serve as the product’s main power disconnect. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual WARNUNG: Deutsch Zur ordnungsgemäßen Kühlung und Lüftung muß die Gehäuseabdeckung immer wieder vor dem Einschalten installiert werden.

  • Page 107: Regulatory Compliance Statements

    The accessories associated with this equipment are: shielded video cable. These accessories are required to be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC rules. Declaration of Conformity Responsible Party Gateway Companies, Inc. 610 Gateway Drive, North Sioux City, SD 57049 (605) 232-2000 Fax: (605) 232-2023 Safety, Regulatory, and Notices...
  • Page 108 Refer to your fax communication software documentation for details on how to comply with the fax-branding requirement. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Gateway could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 109 Canadian users ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada. Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe A prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté...
  • Page 110 PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact Gateway customer support. Japanese users...
  • Page 111 Australia and New Zealand users EMI statement This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to the Australian/New Zealand standard AS/NZS 3548 set out by the Australian Communications Authority and Radio Spectrum Management Agency. New Zealand Telecommunication statement (for products fitted with Telepermit approved modems) The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has...
  • Page 112 External television antenna grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is to be connected to your Gateway PC, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.
  • Page 113 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component Electric service equipment Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) Ground clamps Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Ground clamp Antenna lead-in wire Safety, Regulatory, and Notices...
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  • Page 115: B System Specifications

    System Specifications System Specifications The following specifications are for the standard configuration. The server may contain optional equipment. All specifications are subject to change. Processors As many as two Intel and faster Cache 256K on processor Four DIMM sockets support up to 4.0 GB of PC/133 SDRAM...

  • Page 116: Mechanical Specifications

    * Maximum temperature refers to the inlet air temperature, which is the ambient air temperature within the rack cabinet, not the air temperature within the room. Gateway 7450R Server System Manual 16.73 in. (424.9 mm) x 24.5 in. (622.3 mm) x 1.67 in. (42.42 mm) (WxDxH) 26.6 lbs (12.1 kg)

  • Page 117: Electrical Specifications

    Vibration Operating Nonoperating Altitude Operating Nonoperating Heat dissipation Acoustic noise * Maximum temperature refers to the inlet air temperature, which is the ambient air temperature within the rack cabinet, not the air temperature within the room. Electrical specifications The computer power supply and the typical configuration conform to the following values: AC Input Power 115 V...
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  • Page 119: Index

    CD drive installing removing replacing troubleshooting CD, Server Companion chassis intrusion switch checking hard drive space checklist, troubleshooting chipset integrated LAN integrated SCSI video closing the case CMOS Clear jumper, setting conditioner, line...
  • Page 120 SCA drives removing SCSI drives replacing CD drive replacing hot-plug drives replacing SCA drives replacing SCSI drives troubleshooting electrical specifications Gateway 7450R Server System Manual emptying the Recycle Bin environmental specifications error messages Exit menu, Setup utility expansion cards adding replacing...
  • Page 121 troubleshooting heat, maximum hot-plug backplane features backplane replacing humidity maximum operating storing I/O ports IDE drive, maintenance indicators 100 Mbit speed LED LAN activity LED power LED installing battery, troubleshooting CD drive DIMMs hot-plug drives memory processor SCA drives SCSI drives secondary CPU secondary processor integrity, system...
  • Page 122 Power menu, Setup utility power supply, replacing preventing static electricity printer, troubleshooting processor Gateway 7450R Server System Manual adding secondary heatsink installing installing secondary replacing replacing primary replacing secondary specifications speed...
  • Page 123 BIOS software features software locks Security menu, Setup utility serial port location Server Companion CD setting CMOS Clear jumper jumpers switches setting up operating system safety precautions server...
  • Page 124 Gateway 7450R Server System Manual processor SCSI devices system video turning off the system, Windows NT uninterruptible power supplies updating the BIOS USB port using safety precautions...

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