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Machine Types: 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048

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  • Page 1 ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048...
  • Page 3 ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048...
  • Page 4 © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Locating server components ..Chapter 7. Configuring the server . Locating parts on the system board ..Using the Setup Utility program ..© Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 6 Purchasing additional services ..RAID controllers ....Lenovo product service ... Using the ThinkServer EasyStartup program . . .

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. About This Manual

    If Lenovo installs a self-service CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation. • Optional-service customer replaceable unit: You may install an optional-service CRU yourself or request Lenovo to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for the server.

  • Page 8: Safety Statements

    Statement 2 CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 9 made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Do not: • Throw or immerse into water • Heat to more than 100° C (212° F) • Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
  • Page 10 Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices. Attention: This server is suitable for use on an IT power distribution system whose maximum phase-to-phase voltage is 240 V under any distribution fault condition. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 11: Important Information About Replacing Rohs Compliant Frus

    Lenovo plans to transition to RoHS compliance well before the implementation date and expects its suppliers to be ready to support Lenovo's requirements and schedule in the EU. Products sold in 2005 will contain some RoHS compliant FRUs. The following statement pertains to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant parts.
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  • Page 13: Chapter 2. General Information

    (RAID) configurations. Specifications The following information is a summary of the features and specifications of the server. Depending on the server model, some features might not be available, or some specifications might not apply. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 14 • Height: 87.5 mm (3.45 inches) • One serial port • Width: 448 mm (17.64 inches) • One Video Graphics Array (VGA) • Depth: 683 mm (26.89 inches) monitor connector • Maximum weight: 30 kg (66.14 lb) when fully configured ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 15: Software Programs

    USB connectors. Software programs Lenovo provides software to help get your server up and running. EasyStartup The ThinkServer EasyStartup program simplifies the process of configuring RAID and installing supported Microsoft® Windows® and Linux operating systems and device drivers on your server. The EasyStartup program is provided with your server on the ThinkServer EasyStartup DVD.
  • Page 16 • Standby voltage for system-management features and monitoring • System-error light-emitting diode (LED) on the front panel • Vital product data (VPD), including the serial number information and replacement part numbers, stored in the nonvolatile memory for easier remote maintenance ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 17: Chapter 3. Diagnostics

    DVD drive b. DVD drive and cables c. (Trained service technician only) System board A DVD is not working correctly. 1. Clean the DVD. 2. Reseat the DVD drive. 3. Replace the DVD drive. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...

  • Page 18: General Problems

    A hard disk drive was not Reseat all hard disk drives and cables; then, run the hard disk drive diagnostic detected while the operating tests again. system was being started. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 19: Intermittent Problems

    • The server and the monitor are turned on. 2. The keyboard is compatible with the server. Refer to the Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. 3. If you are using a USB keyboard and it is connected to a USB hub, disconnect the keyboard from the hub and connect it directly to the server.
  • Page 20 3. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time: a. Mouse or pointing device b. (Trained service technician only) System board ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 21: Memory Problems

    Memory problems • Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. • See the parts listing in Chapter 6 “Parts listing, RD240 Types 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048” on page 89 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRUs) and which components are field replaceable units (FRUs).

  • Page 22: Microprocessor Problems

    2. Try using a different monitor on the server, or try using the monitor that is being tested on a different server. 3. Run the diagnostic programs. If the monitor passes the diagnostic programs, the problem might be a video device driver. 4. (Trained service technician only) Replace the system board. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 23 • Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. • See the parts listing in Chapter 6 “Parts listing, RD240 Types 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048” on page 89 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRUs) and which components are field replaceable units (FRUs).

  • Page 24: Optional-Device Problems

    • The device is designed for the server. For a list of the supported options for work. your server, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. On the ThinkServer systems page, click Products ® Options. • You followed the installation instructions that came with the device and the device is installed correctly.

  • Page 25: Power Problems

    Power problems • Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. • See the parts listing in Chapter 6 “Parts listing, RD240 Types 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048” on page 89 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRUs) and which components are field replaceable units (FRUs).

  • Page 26: Serial Port Problems

    Serial cable 3. Replace the following components one at a time, in the order shown, restarting the server each time: a. Failing serial device b. Serial cable c. (Trained service technician only) System board ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 27: Software Problems

    Software problems • Follow the suggested actions in the order in which they are listed in the Action column until the problem is solved. • See the parts listing in Chapter 6 “Parts listing, RD240 Types 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048” on page 89 to determine which components are customer replaceable units (CRUs) and which components are field replaceable units (FRUs).

  • Page 28: Solving Ethernet Controller Problems

    Damaged data in CMOS memory or damaged firmware can cause undetermined problems. To reset the CMOS data, use the password switch 2 (SW4) to override the power-on password and clear the CMOS memory; see “Locating parts on the system board” on page 28. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 29: Event Logs

    • Any external devices • Surge-suppressor device (on the server) • Modem, printer, mouse, and non-Lenovo devices • Each adapter • Hard disk drives • Memory modules: The minimum configuration requirement is 1 GB DIMM per microprocessor (2 GB in a two-microprocessor configuration).

  • Page 30: System Event Log

    See “Front control panel” on page 26 for detailed information. Onboard debug digitron The onboard debug digitron helps trained service technicians to identify server problems. When you turn on the server, the onboard debug digitron will display debug code on the screen. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 31: Chapter 4. Locating Parts, Controls, Leds, And Connectors

    Rear view of the server shows the locations of the connectors and parts on the rear of the server. Figure 2. Rear view of the server Power supply 1 Serial port Power supply 2 bay (blank and USB connectors (3 and 4) covered by a bay bezel) © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...

  • Page 32: Front Control Panel

    Ethernet 1 status LED The following table describes the meaning of the LEDs on the front control panel. Table 3. Front control panel LEDs State Color Description ID LED Blue ID is on. ID is off. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 33 Table 3. Front control panel LEDs (continued) State Color Description System status System is normal. • Fan alarm • Voltage alarm • Temperature alarm Ethernet 1 Blinking LAN is active and data is being transferred. Green status LED Green LAN is connected. LAN is not connected.

  • Page 34: Locating Server Components

    Figure 5 “Locating major parts on the system board” on page 29 and Figure 6 “Locating other connectors on the system board” on page 30 show the locations of the parts on the system board. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 35 Figure 5. Locating major parts on the system board Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHC0) SATA connector 1 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHB0) SATA connector 2 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHA0) SATA connector 3 Memory slot (CPU1 DIMM CHA1) SATA connector 5 Microprocessor (CPU1) SATA connector 4 Power connector 2 (for CPU0)
  • Page 36 Note: Before clearing the CMOS, turn off the server and disconnect the power cord. Move the jumper from pins 1-2 to pins 2-3. Wait more than five minutes and then move the jumper back to the normal position (pins 1-2) to clear CMOS. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 37: Locating Connectors On The Backplane

    Locating connectors on the backplane Backplane connector locations shows the connector locations on the backplane. Figure 7. Backplane connector locations Mini SAS signal connector 2 Power connector Mini SAS signal connector 1 Chapter 4 Locating parts, controls, LEDs, and connectors...
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  • Page 39: Chapter 5. Replacing Frus

    – Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy object. – To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing up with your leg muscles. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...

  • Page 40: System Reliability Guidelines

    This section contains information for trained service technicians. Inspecting for unsafe conditions Use the information in this section to help you identify potential unsafe conditions in a Lenovo product that you are working on. Each Lenovo product, as it was designed and manufactured, has required safety items to protect users and service technicians from injury.

  • Page 41: Guidelines For Servicing Electrical Equipment

    • Make sure that the insulation is not frayed or worn. 4. Remove the cover. 5. Check for any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-Lenovo alterations. 6. Check inside the server for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquid, or signs of fire or smoke damage.

  • Page 42: Working Inside The Server With The Power On

    • Before you replace a new part, touch the static-protective package containing the new part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the server for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity from the package and your body. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 43: Removing The Server Cover

    Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the server cover.

  • Page 44: Installing, Removing, Or Replacing Optional Hardware Devices

    This section provides instructions on how to install or remove a memory module. For a list of the supported memory modules for your server, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. On the ThinkServer systems page, click Products ® Options ® ThinkServer Memory. Memory module installation rules Your server has eight memory slots for installing or replacing DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 64 GB of system memory.

  • Page 45: Installing A Memory Module

    Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a memory module. To install a memory module, do the following: 1.

  • Page 46: Removing A Memory Module

    3. Locate the memory slot with the memory module that you want to remove. See Locating parts on the system board for the locations of the memory slots. 4. Carefully open the retaining clips on each end of the memory slot and then grasp the memory module straight up by its edges. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 47: Removing Or Installing Internal Drives

    PCI card slot, or PCI Express card slot in the event that you later remove the device. • For a list of the supported hard disk drives for your server, go to http://www.lenovo.com/thinkserver. On the ThinkServer systems page, click Products ® Options ® ThinkServer Hard Drives.
  • Page 48 Figure 12. Removing the drive access panel 4. Disconnect the power cable and the signal cable from the rear of the optical drive. 5. Remove the retaining screw on the rear bracket of the optical drive. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 49 Figure 13. Removing the optical drive cage retaining screw 6. Slide out the optical drive cage with the optical drive. Figure 14. Sliding out the optical drive cage with the optical drive 7. Remove the two retaining screws that secure the optical drive in the cage. Then, slide the optical drive out of the cage.

  • Page 50: Installing The Optical Drive

    • You have checked the instructions that come with the new optical drive to determine whether you must set any switches or jumpers in the drive. Note: If you are installing a drive that contains a laser, observe the following safety precautions. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 51 Statement 3 CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: • Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. •...
  • Page 52 Figure 16. Removing the drive access panel 5. Remove the retaining screw on the rear bracket of the optical drive. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 53 Figure 17. Removing the optical drive cage retaining screw 6. Slide out the optical drive cage. Figure 18. Sliding out the optical drive cage 7. Remove the bezel of the optical drive cage. Chapter 5 Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 54 10. Pay attention to the up and down position of the optical drive and slide the optical drive into place. Figure 20. Sliding the optical drive into the drive cage 11. Install the two retaining screws to secure the optical drive in the cage. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 55 Figure 21. Securing the optical drive with screws 12. Slide the cage with the optical drive into place. Figure 22. Sliding the cage with the optical drive into place 13. Install the retaining screw to the rear of the cage to secure the optical drive cage in place. Chapter 5 Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 56 ) and rotate the handle of the hard disk drive tray assembly to the open position ( ). Then, grasp the handle and pull the hard disk drive tray assembly out of the bay ( ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 57 Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a hot-swap hard disk drive. This section applies only to server models that support hot-swap hard disk drives.

  • Page 58: Removing Or Installing The Riser Card Assembly

    2. Remove the server cover. See Removing the server cover. 3. Disconnect any cables from the PCI card or any cables that impede access to the riser card. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 59 4. Loosen the retaining screws on the front and rear of the riser card assembly. Then, remove the riser card assembly from the server. Note: If the riser card is secured in place by a retaining latch , press the retaining latch to release the riser card from the latch.
  • Page 60 Note: You might need to press the retaining latch of the slot to secure the riser card into the slot. Figure 27. Installing the riser card assembly What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 61: Installing Or Removing A Pci Card

    Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a PCI card. Important: Before you install optional hardware devices, make sure that the server is working correctly. If the server is not working correctly, refer toDiagnostics for your server for detailed diagnostic information.

  • Page 62: Installing, Removing, Or Replacing Hardware Devices

    Removing or installing the system board battery This section provides instructions on how to remove or install the system board battery. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 63: Installing The System Board Battery

    Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the system board battery. To remove the system board battery, do the following: 1.

  • Page 64: Removing Or Installing The Raid Controller

    LEDs are lit, including the LEDs that are lit on the front control panel. The RAID controller is installed on the riser card assembly. To remove the RAID controller, do the following: ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 65 Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install the ThinkServer 8708ELP SAS RAID Adapter (hereafter referred to as the RAID controller within this section).
  • Page 66 • The battery in the battery card assembly must recharge for at least six hours during fast charge under normal operating conditions. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 67 a. Note the top view and the bottom view of the battery card assembly. Then, insert the battery pack harness connector into the 5-pin J3 battery pack harness connector on the backside of the battery card assembly. Figure 32. Bottom view of the battery card assembly J3 battery pack harness connector J1 connector J2 board-to-board connector...
  • Page 68 For the other SAS signal cable, connect one end to the port 4-7 on the RAID controller. Then, connect the other end to the mini SAS signal connector 2 on the backplane. See Locating connectors on the backplane. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 69 Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This topic provides instructions on how to install the ThinkServer 8708EM2 RAID Adapter (hereafter referred to as the RAID controller within this topic) and the battery card assembly for this RAID controller.
  • Page 70 8. Install the RAID controller into an appropriate PCI card slot on the riser card assembly. Then, install the screw to secure the RAID controller in place. Figure 37. Installing the RAID controller into a PCI card slot on the riser card assembly ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 71 9. For the mini SAS signal cable attached to port 0-3 on the RAID controller, connect the other end to the mini SAS signal cable connector 1 ( ) on the backplane of your server. For the mini SAS signal cable attached to port 4-7 on the RAID controller, connect the other end to the mini SAS signal cable connector 2 ( ) on the backplane of your server.
  • Page 72 (BIOS) code, utility programs, device drivers, and other software applications. Follow the instructions provided by your Service Provider to download and install updates. Online technical support is available through the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 73 Attention: • Electrostatic discharge can damage the battery card assembly and the 8708EM2 RAID adapter on which the battery card assembly is installed. Always ground yourself and use a ground strap before touching the battery card assembly or the 8708EM2 RAID adapter. Perform the installation procedure at an ESD-safe workstation.

  • Page 74: Removing Or Installing The Ethernet Card

    PCI card slot (slot 2 or slot 3) on the riser card assembly (the bottom or the middle slot when the riser card is installed on the system board). 5. To complete the installation, go to Completing the parts replacement. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 75: Removing Or Installing The Microprocessor Fan Duct

    Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the microprocessor fan duct. To remove the microprocessor fan duct, do the following: 1.

  • Page 76: Removing Or Installing The Power Supply

    4. To complete the installation, go to Completing the parts replacement. Removing or installing the power supply This section provides instructions on how to remove or install the power supply. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 77: Removing The Power Supply

    Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the power supply. When you remove the power supply, observe the following precautions.

  • Page 78: Installing The Power Supply

    When you install a power supply, observe the following precautions. DANGER Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts adway. Statement 8 CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 79 Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. To install a power supply, do the following: 1.

  • Page 80: Removing Or Installing The Heat Sink

    2. Remove the server cover. See Removing the server cover. 3. Remove the microprocessor fan duct. See Removing the microprocessor fan duct. 4. Loosen the four screws that secure the heat sink and then carefully lift the heat sink out of the chassis. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 81 Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install the heat sink. CAUTION: The heat sink might be very hot.

  • Page 82: Removing Or Installing The Microprocessor

    This section provides instructions on how to remove the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 83: Installing The Microprocessor

    Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot.
  • Page 84 6. Gently press the retainer of the microprocessor socket to open it. Figure 50. Opening the retainer 7. Remove the protective cover from the microprocessor socket. To avoid damaging the pins in the microprocessor socket, do not touch the pins while removing the cover. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 85 Figure 51. Removing the microprocessor socket cover 8. Remove the new microprocessor from the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the bottom of the new microprocessor. 9. Hold the new microprocessor by the edges and align the notches on it with the tabs in the microprocessor socket.

  • Page 86: Removing Or Installing The System Board

    8. Note the location of all cable connections on the system board and disconnect all cables. Locating parts on the system board. 9. Remove the nine screws that secure the system board to the chassis, following the sequence shown in the figure below: ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 87 Figure 53. Removing the nine screws that secure the system board 10. Carefully lift the system board out of the chassis. 11. Remove the microprocessor socket cover from the new system board. 12. Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and install it on the new system board. 13.

  • Page 88: Installing The System Board

    Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a new system board after a failing system board is removed. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 89: Removing Or Installing The System Fans

    CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the server and wait three to five minutes to let the server cool before removing the server cover. To install a system board after a failing system board is removed, do the following: 1.
  • Page 90 6. For each system fan, press it downward while holding the buckle . Then, carefully lift the system fan straight up to remove it out of the chassis Note: Mind the system fan cables. Remove the cables from any clip before removing the system fans. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 91: Installing The System Fans

    Do not open your server or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the ThinkServer Documentation DVD that comes with your product, and Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install the system fans. DANGER Hazardous moving parts.

  • Page 92: Completing The Parts Replacement

    Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, install the server cover before turning on the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with the cover removed might damage server components. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 93: Connecting The Cables

    To install the server cover, do the following: 1. Make sure that all cables, add-on cards, and other components are installed and seated correctly and that you have not left loose tools or parts inside the server. Also, make sure that all internal cables are correctly routed.

  • Page 94: Turning Off The Server

    Guidelines. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Turn off the server and all attached devices. 3. Follow the instructions that come with the device to prepare it for installation and to connect it to the server. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 95: Chapter 6. Parts Listing, Rd240 Types 1045, 1046, 1047, And 1048

    Chapter 6. Parts listing, RD240 Types 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048 The following replaceable components are available for the ThinkServer RD240 Types 1045, 1046, 1047, and 1048 servers. To check for an updated parts listing on the Web, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 96: Replaceable Server Components

    If Lenovo installs a self-service CRU at your request, you will be charged for the installation. • Optional-service customer replaceable unit: You may install an optional-service CRU yourself or request Lenovo to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of warranty service that is designated for your server.
  • Page 97 Table 9. Parts listing, Type 1045 (continued) CRU part CRU part number number (Tier FRU part Index Description (Tier 1) number Microprocessor, Intel Xeon X5667 - Quad Core 3.06GHz - 71Y9045 6.4QPI, 12MB Cache, DDR3-1333, 95W (models CTO) Microprocessor, Intel Xeon X5660 -?6 Core 2.80GHz - 6.4QPI, 71Y9041 12MB Cache, DDR3-1333, 95W (models CTO) Microprocessor, Intel Xeon X5650 - 6 Core 2.66GHz - 6.4QPI,...
  • Page 98 Memory DIMM, 2GB DDR3 RDIMM 1333MHz (models CTO 11U11G) 46U3443 Memory DIMM, 4GB DDR3 RDIMM 1333MHz (models CTO 12U 12G 13U 13G 14U 15G 16G 17U 17G 18U 18G 19U 19G 1AU 1AG 1BU 1BG ) ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 99 Table 10. Parts listing, Type 1046 (continued) CRU part CRU part number number (Tier FRU part Index Description (Tier 1) number Memory DIMM, 8GB DDR3-1333 RDIMM (models CTO 1CU 46U3419 1CG 1DU 1DG) Power supply, 750W Redunant (models CTO All Models) 46U3278 46U3522 Power supply, PSU cage (models CTO All Models)
  • Page 100 LSI MEGARAID 8708E SAS RAID 256 MB (models CTO 12U 46U3224 12G) LSI 1078MP/8708E battery (models CTO 13U 13G 14U 15G 46U3357 16G) LSI 3801E SAS HBA (models CTO) 46U3547 Emulex LPe1150 4Gb (models CTO) 46U3314 Emulex LPe111-E 4Gb (models CTO) 46U3315 ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 101 Table 10. Parts listing, Type 1046 (continued) CRU part CRU part number number (Tier FRU part Index Description (Tier 1) number LSI 8708EM2 8 ports 256MB SAS RAID Card (models CTO) 03X3619 03X3620 LSI iBBU06 battery unit for 8708EM2 (models CTO 19U 19G 1AU 1AG 1CU 1CG 1DU 1DG) LSI 9260-8i 8ports 512MB 6Gb SAS RAID card (models CTO) 03X3617...
  • Page 102 Hard disk drive, 450GB SAS - 15000 rpm, 6Gb/s, 32MB 46U3440 cache, 3.5" (models CTO) 440mm MiniSAS cable (models CTO All Models) 46U3519 46U3520 550mm MiniSAS-4Single port cable (models CTO All Models) 3.5 HDD tray (models CTO All Models) 46U3521 ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 103 Table 11. Parts listing, Type 1047 (continued) CRU part CRU part number number FRU part Index Description (Tier 1) (Tier 2) number HDD blank filler (models CTO All Models) 46U3523 46U3524 3.5 HDD backplane (models CTO All Models) Front USB module (models CTO All Models) 46U3525 46U3526 Front control board module (models CTO All Models)
  • Page 104 System board, S7007 SAS (models CTO 11U 11G 14U 14G) 46U3276 System board, Mitac S7007 SAS MB with iKVM (models CTO 46U3453 12U 13U ) Optical drive, DVD Burner/CD-RW SATA (DOS/Linux) (models 46U3353 CTO 11U 11G 12U 13U 14U 14G 15U) ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 105 Table 12. Parts listing, Type 1048 (continued) CRU part CRU part number number FRU part Index Description (Tier 1) (Tier 2) number Hard disk drive, 250GB SATA - Enterprise 7200 rpm, 3 Gb/s, 46U3436 8MB cache, 3.5" (models CTO) Hard disk drive, 500GB SATA - Enterprise 7200 rpm, 3 Gb/s, 46U3437 16MB cache, 3.5"...

  • Page 106: Power Cords

    Power cords For your safety, Lenovo provides a power cord with a grounded attachment plug to use with this Lenovo product. To avoid electrical shock, always use the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet. Lenovo power cords used in the United States and Canada are listed by Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
  • Page 107 Table 14. Power cords, Type 1046 Lenovo Power cord part number Used in these countries and regions 41R3184 US (models CTO 11U 12U 13U) 41R3256 China (models CTO) 41R3248 Japan (models CTO) 41R3270 Brazil (models CTO) 41R3176 LA High Volt (APU) (models CTO)

  • Page 108: Ship Group

    India (models CTO) 43N9029 Thailand (models CTO) Ship group Lenovo ship group for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. Table 17. Ship group, Type 1045 Lenovo Ship group part number Description 03X3637...
  • Page 109 Table 17. Ship group, Type 1045 (continued) Description Lenovo Ship group part number 90Y1183 WS 2008 R2 STD 64bit US (models CTO) 90Y1184 WS 2008 R2 STD 64bit FR (models CTO) 90Y1185 WS 2008 R2 STD 64bit GR (models CTO)
  • Page 110 WS 2008 R2 STD 64bit SP (models CTO) 90Y1188 WS 2008 R2 STD 64bit IT (models CTO) 90Y1191 WS 2008 R2 ENT 64bit US (models CTO) 90Y1182 WS 2008 SBS SP2 PREM 64bit US (models CTO) ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 111: Chapter 7. Configuring The Server

    Chapter 7. Configuring the server Lenovo provides the following programs for you to configure your server: • Setup Utility program: The Setup Utility program is part of the server firmware. You can use the Setup Utility program to view your server configuration, change the startup device sequence, set the date and time, and set passwords.

  • Page 112: Starting The Setup Utility Program

    Set the basic BIOS parameters. Advanced Set the advanced BIOS parameters. PCIPnP Set the PCI parameters. Boot Set the boot parameters. Security Set the security parameters. Chipset Set the chipset. Exit Exit the Setup Utility program. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 113 Table 23. Items under the Main menu Item Option Description AMIBIOS View the BIOS version and creation date information. Processor View microprocessor information. View memory capacity information. System Memory System Time HH:MM:SS Set system time. System Date MM/DD/YYYY Set system date. Table 24.
  • Page 114 ACPI T State Disabled[Enabled] throttling in ACPI. Notes: 1. The settings in [ ] are the default settings in the Setup Utility program. 2. The above options might vary depending on the type of the installed microprocessor. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 115 Table 26. Submenus under the Mass Storage Controller Configuration Item Option Description SATA Configuration Disabled[Enabled] Enable or disable the integrated SATA controller. Configure SATA as [IDE]RAID To select the hard disk drive mode. If this option is set to IDE, all the SATA connectors will be configured as stand-alone SATA connectors.
  • Page 116 BMC Alert LED and Beep [Off]On Turn on or turn off the BMC alert LED and beep. FW key [0000000] Note: The settings in [ ] are the default settings in the Setup Utility program. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 117 Table 31. Submenu under the Intel VT-d Configuration Item Option Description Intel VT-d Disabled[Enabled] Enable or disable the virtualization technology for I/O devices. Note: The settings in [ ] are the default settings in the Setup Utility program. Table 32. Submenus under the Remote Access Configuration Item Option Description...
  • Page 118 Make sure that the mandatory memory frequency setting is less than the maximum frequency that the memory module can support. Memory Mode [Independent]Channel Set the memory channel MirroringLockstep mode to improve reliability or efficiency. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 119: Using Passwords

    Table 36. Items under the Chipset menu (continued) Item Sub-item Option Description South Bridge Configuration Restore on AC Power Loss Power OffPower On[Last If the power is recovered State] after outage, the system will be at the state that you set under Restore on AC Power Loss.

  • Page 120: Raid Controllers

    The EasyStartup DVD simplifies the process of configuring your RAID controllers and installing an operating system. The program works in conjunction with your Windows or Linux operating-system installation disc to automate the process of installing the operating systems and associated device drivers. ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 121: Before You Use The Easystartup Dvd

    If you did not receive an EasyStartup DVD with your server, you can download an image from the Lenovo Support Web site at:http://www.lenovo.com/support The EasyStartup program has the following features: • Self-booting DVD • Easy-to-use, language-selectable interface • Integrated help system •...

  • Page 122: Configuring Raid

    As you configure each controller you will be given the option to save the RAID configuration settings to a RAID response file, which you can use on other similarly configured Lenovo servers. This method satisfies most users' needs. Typical operating system installation When you select Install operating system, you will be prompted for information required for the installation.

  • Page 123: Onboard 1068E Sas Raid Controller Configuration Utility Program

    • Save response file: This task gives you the option of saving the information on a diskette or USB device as a response file for future installations on similarly configured Lenovo servers. • Start installation: This task starts the actual installation process. First, the disk is prepared using the disk and partition information you specified.

  • Page 124: Accessing The Adapter Properties Window

    Therefore, if one of the hard disk drives failed, the other retains a complete copy of the data. The server can still work normally. The data can be read from the two hard disk drives at ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 125: Creating Or Deleting The Raid 1 Array

    the same time to improve the speed of reading the hard disk drives. The RAID 1 only supports the even number of hard disk drives. • Create IME Volume: create RAID 1E, which can support the odd number of hard disk drives configured in RAID1.

  • Page 126: Configuring The Gigabit Ethernet Controller

    Updating the firmware The firmware in the server is periodically updated and is available for download on the Lenovo Support Web site. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support to check for the latest level of firmware, such as the BIOS ROM file, BMC FW and RAID FW files.

  • Page 127: Installing The Thinkserver Easymanage Program

    5. Read the messages and instructions displayed on the introductory screen. Then, click Next to proceed to the list of firmware updates available on the optical media. 6. Click Apply to begin the updates (click Cancel if you want to abort the updates and exit). All updates will run to completion, with each updater’s native user interface kept visible to the user.
  • Page 128 ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 129: Appendix A. Raid Battery Card Assembly

    ThinkServer 8708EM2 SAS RAID Controller Battery 72 hours for 256 Mbytes, using three 64 Mx16 DDR2 parts (low power) The data retention time varies according to the following: • Capacity of the battery pack and the battery load © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 130 • Ambient temperature • Age of the battery • Numbers of discharge cycles the battery has been through • DRAM (dynamic random access memory) size ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 131: Appendix B. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    Appendix B. Getting help and technical assistance If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about Lenovo products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional information about Lenovo and Lenovo products, what to do if you experience a problem with your system, and whom to call for service, if it is necessary.

  • Page 132: Using Other Services

    • Hardware and software configuration information Using other services If you travel with a Lenovo notebook computer or relocate your computer to a country where your desktop, notebook, or server machine type is sold, your computer might be eligible for International Warranty Service, which automatically entitles you to obtain warranty service throughout the warranty period.

  • Page 133: Purchasing Additional Services

    Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/.
  • Page 134 ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 135: Appendix C. Notices

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 136: Trademarks

    Trademarks Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, and ThinkServer are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Intel and Intel Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

  • Page 137: Particulate Contamination

    TI. Se puede encontrar información sobre las ofertas de reciclado de productos de Lenovo en el sitio web de Lenovohttp ://www.lenovo.com/lenovo/environment/recycling.

  • Page 138: Compliance With Republic Of Turkey Directive On The Restriction Of Hazardous Substances

    If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the server, Lenovo may condition provision of repair or replacement of servers or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.
  • Page 139 US & Canada Only For Taiwan: Please recycle batteries. For the European Union: Notice: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU). Batteries or packaging for batteries are labeled in accordance with European Directive 2006/66/EC concerning batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators. The Directive determines the framework for the return and recycling of used batteries and accumulators as applicable throughout the European Union.

  • Page 140: German Ordinance For Work Gloss Statement

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 141: European Union Emc Directive Conformance Statement

    Geräte der Klasse A. Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Gropiusplatz 10, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4:...

  • Page 142: Japan Voluntary Control Council For Interference (Vcci) Statement

    Anmerkung: Um die Einhaltung des EMVG sicherzustellen sind die Geräte, wie in den Handbüchern angegeben, zu installieren und zu betreiben. Japan Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement Lenovo product service information for Taiwan Taiwan Class A warning statement People's Republic of China Class A warning statement...

  • Page 143: Korea Class A Warning Statement

    Korea Class A warning statement Appendix C. Notices...
  • Page 144 ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 145: Index

    LEDs on the front control panel FCC Class A notice DIMM features installing features and technologies problems field replaceable units (FRUs) removing firmware, updating display problems front, controls and indicators © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 146 IPMI event log particulate contamination 8, 132 parts listing 89–90, 92, 95, 97 parts replacement, completing keyboard problems password ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 147 POST RAID controller event log riser card assembly trademarks server cover troubleshooting tables system board battery turn off replacement parts server riser card assembly turn on installing server removing TÜV gloss statement © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 148 1068E SAS RAID controller Configuration Utility program passwords Setup Utility program video problems video controller, integrated specifications viewing event logs Web site compatible options Lenovo support 33, 89 publication ordering support working inside the server with the power on ThinkServer RD240 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 150 Part Number: Printed in USA (1P) P/N:...

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