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Before reading this manual For your safety This manual contains important information for safely and correctly using this product. Carefully read the manual before using this product. Pay particular attention to the accompanying manual "Safety Notes and Regulations" and ensure these safety notes are understood before using the product.
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Please consult the sales staff of Fujitsu if intending to use this product for high safety use. Measures against momentary voltage drop This product may be affected by a momentary voltage drop in the power supply caused by lightning.
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Only for the Japanese market: Although described in this manual, some sections do not apply to the Japanese market. These options and routines include: – CSS (Customer Self Service) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Contents Introduction ......33 Where to find which information? ....34 Notational conventions .
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Contents Shutting down the server ....67 Disconnecting the server from the mains ... 68 Extending / removing the server from the rack .
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Contents 4.11 Mounting the server in the rack ....122 4.11.1 Seating the server on the rack rails ....122 4.11.2 Sliding the server into the rack .
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Contents 5.2.11 Viewing and clearing the System Event Log (SEL) ..153 5.2.11.1 Viewing the SEL ..... . . 153 5.2.11.2 Clearing the SEL .
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Contents Replacing the power backplane ....179 6.5.1 Required tools ......179 6.5.2 Preliminary steps .
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Contents 9.6.3.3 Preparing the SAS RAID controller ... . . 497 9.6.3.4 Preparing the FBU ..... 499 9.6.3.5 Installing the FBU holder into the chassis .
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Contents 13.2.2 Removing the front LAN connector ....730 13.2.2.1 Required tools ......730 13.2.2.2 Preliminary steps .
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Contents 13.3.3.5 Installing the new front VGA connector ... 750 13.3.3.6 Reassembling the front panel module ... . 750 13.3.3.7 Reinstalling the front panel module .
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Contents Converting a tower server to a rack server ..823 15.1 Required tools ......823 15.2 Preliminary steps .
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Contents 16.2.12 SAS cabling with 24x 2.5-inch HDDs, two SAS controllers and SAS expander board ....862 16.2.13 SAS cabling with 24x 2.5-inch HDDs, one SAS controller and SAS expander board .
Version history Issue number Reason for update 0.5 / February 2012 Preliminary draft version 1.0 / March 2012 Initial release 1.1 / March 2012 Updated and revised release Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
(Japanese http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ market). This manual is included on your ServerView Suite DVD 2 or available from the Fujitsu Technology Solutions manuals server at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com. For the Japanese market please use the following URL: http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ CAUTION! The document at hand comprises procedures of a wide range of complexity.
Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation available on the Internet can be found using the URL (for EMEA market): http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com. The PRIMERGY server documentation can be accessed using the Industry standard servers navigation option. For the Japanese market: Please refer to the following URL for the latest product manuals: http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/...
Introduction Notational conventions The following notational conventions are used in this manual: indicates commands or menu items Text in italics indicates system output fixed font indicates text to be entered by the user semi-bold fixed font "Quotation marks" indicate names of chapters and terms that are being emphasized describes activities that must be performed in the order Ê...
"Tools you need at hand" on page Installing optional components The "PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 Server Operating manual" gives an introduction to server features and provides an overview of available hardware options. Use the Fujitsu ServerView Suite management software to prepare hardware expansions.
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LEDs on the front panel report defective hardware components that need to be replaced. For further information on the controls and indicators of your server, refer to the "PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 Server Operating Manual" and section "Connectors and indicators"...
At the beginning of each procedure, the involved unit type is indicated by one of the symbols introduced in this section. Please ask your local Fujitsu service center for more detailed information. 2.1.1 Customer Replaceable Units (CRU)
Before you start 2.1.2 Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Upgrade and Repair Units are non hot-plug components that can be ordered separately to be installed as options (Upgrade Units) or are available to the customer through customer self service (Repair Units). Server management error messages and diagnostic indicators on the front panel and system board will report defective Upgrade and Repair Units as customer replaceable CSS components.
Maintenance procedures involving Field Replaceable Units must be performed exclusively by Fujitsu service personnel or technicians trained by Fujitsu. Please note that unauthorized interference with the system will void the warranty and exempt the manufacturer from all liability. Components that are handled as Field Replaceable Units –...
Before you start Average task duration Average task duration: 10 minutes The average task duration including preliminary and concluding steps is indicated at the beginning of each procedure next to the procedure class. Refer to table 1 on page 42 for an overview of steps taken into account for calculating the average task duration: Step...
Before you start Tools you need at hand When preparing the maintenance task, ensure that all required tools are available according to the overview below. You will find a list of required tools at the beginning of each procedure. Screw driver / Screw Usage Type...
– Ensure to store all printed manuals enclosed with your server in a save place for future reference. – Unless stated otherwise, all manuals are available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com under Industry standard servers or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
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Before you start Document Description "Quick Start Hardware - PRIMERGY TX300 S7" leaflet Quick installation poster for initial operation, available only in printed form "Quick Start Hardware - PRIMERGY RX350 S7" leaflet "PRIMERGY ServerView Suite - DVD booklet on initial software Overview &...
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– "iRMC S2 / S3" User Guide available from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 or online – RAID documentation, available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com under Industry standard servers - Expansion Cards - Storage Adapters, e.g.: – "Integrated RAID for SAS" User...
Important information CAUTION! Before installing and starting up a device, please observe the safety instructions listed in the following section. This will help you to avoid making serious errors that could impair your health, damage the device and endanger the data base. Keep this manual and the other documentation (such as the operating manual and documentation DVD) close to the device.
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Important information Before starting up During installation and before operating the device, observe the instructions ● on environmental conditions for your device. If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may form ● both inside and on the outside of the device. Wait until the device has acclimatized to room temperature and is absolutely dry before starting it up.
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Important information Always connect the server and the attached peripherals to the same power ● circuit. Otherwise you run the risk of losing data if, for example, the server is still running but a peripheral device (e.g. memory subsystem) fails during a power outage.
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Important information Only set screen resolutions and refresh rates that are specified in the ● operating manual for the monitor. Otherwise, you may damage your monitor. If you are in any doubt, contact your sales outlet or customer service center. Before installing/removing internal options to/from the server, turn off the ●...
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Important information All batteries containing pollutants are marked with a symbol (a crossed-out ● garbage can). In addition, the marking is provided with the chemical symbol of the heavy metal decisive for the classification as a pollutant: Cd Cadmium Hg Mercury Pb Lead Working with optical disk drives and media When working with optical disk drives, these instructions must be followed.
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Important information As a precaution, remove disks from the optical disk drive when the ● drive is not to be used for a long time. Keep the optical disk tray closed to prevent foreign matter, such as dust, from entering the optical disk drive.
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Important information Laser information The optical disk drive complies with IEC 60825-1 laser class 1. CAUTION! The optical disk drive contains a light-emitting diode (LED), which under certain circumstances produces a laser beam stronger than laser class 1. Looking directly at this beam is dangerous. Never remove parts of the optical disk drive casing! Modules with Electrostatic-Sensitive Devices Modules with electrostatic-sensitive devices are identified by the following...
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If you need to lift or transport the server, ask other people to help you. ● Because the PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 is large and heavy, at least two people are needed. Never lift or carry the device by the handles on the front panel.
Important information If the server is integrated into an installation that draws power from an ● industrial power supply network with an IEC309 type connector, the power supply's fuse protection must comply with the requirements for non- industrial power supply networks for the type A connector. CE conformity The system complies with the requirements of the EC directives 2004/108/EC regarding "Electromagnetic Compatibility"...
Important information Fujitsu is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu. The correction of interferences caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
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Important information Energy-saving information Devices that do not need to be constantly switched on should be switched off until they are needed as well as during long breaks and after completion of work. Packaging information This packaging information doesn’t apply to the Japanese market. Do not throw away the packaging.
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Details regarding the return and recycling of devices and consumables within Europe can also be found in the "Returning used devices" manual, via your local Fujitsu branch or from our recycling center in Paderborn: Fujitsu Technology Solutions Recycling Center D-33106 Paderborn Tel.
Basic hardware procedures Using diagnostics information The "PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 Server Operating manual" gives an introduction to server features and provides an overview of available hardware options. Use the Fujitsu ServerView Suite management software to plan the upgrade or replacement of hardware components.
For further information, refer to the "ServerView Suite Local Service Concept (LSC)" manual available from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server or online at (EMEA market) or http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/(Japanese market). Ê When using ServerView Operations Manager to toggle the ID indicator, choose Single System View and press the Locate button.
Basic hardware procedures 4.1.2 Determining the error class The Local Service Concept (LSC) allows you to identify defective server components. Failure events are assigned to one of two error classes: – Global Error events that need to be resolved by maintenance personnel –...
Check the ServerView System Monitor, available on Windows or Linux based servers with ServerView agents installed. For further information, please refer to the "ServerView System Monitor" user guide, available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server 4.1.2.2...
For further information, refer to the "ServerView Suite Local Service Concept (LSC)" manual available from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server or online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (EMEA market) or (Japanese market). http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ 4.1.3.1...
Basic hardware procedures Indicator Status Description Memory error orange on Memory module failure detected indicator Fan error orange on Fan prefailure or failure event detected indicator In addition to local diagnostic indicators, CSS or Global Error LEDs indicate, if the defective component is a customer or field replaceable unit (see section "Determining the error class"...
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Basic hardware procedures No. Description Indicate CSS button Using the Indicate CSS button Ê Shut down and power off the server. Ê Disconnect the AC power cord from the system. It is mandatory to disconnect power cords in order to use the Indicate CSS functionality.
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Basic hardware procedures Indicator Status Description PCI card operational PCI card orange on PCI card failure CPUs operational CPUs orange on CPU failure memory module operational Memory orange on memory module failure green on PSUs operational PSUs orange on PSU failure Main power green on main voltages are within range...
Basic hardware procedures Shutting down the server CAUTION! For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important information" on page This step is only required when upgrading or replacing non-hot plug components. Ê Inform the system administrator that the server will be shut down and put offline.
Basic hardware procedures Disconnecting the server from the mains Figure 9: Opening the PSU cable bracket Ê Press down on the release tab (1) until the loop on the PSU cable bracket disengages (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 10: Removing the power cord from the PSU cable bracket (A) Ê Press down on the locking lever on the PSU cable bracket (1) and pull down the loop from the cord grip (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 11: Removing the power cord from the PSU cable bracket (B) Ê Pull the loop on the PSU cable bracket further back as shown (1). Ê Remove the power cord from the PSU cable bracket (2) and disconnect it from the PSU.
Basic hardware procedures Extending / removing the server from the rack In most cases maintenance tasks can be performed while the server is extended from the rack. However, depending on accessibility or security guidelines, it may make sense to completely remove the server from the rack cabinet for maintenance purposes.
Basic hardware procedures 4.4.2 Extending the server out of the rack Figure 12: Extending the server out of the rack Ê Shut down the server and remove external cables as described in section "Preliminary steps" on page Ê If you are not using a cable mounting arm (CMA kit), ensure that the rear cables are long enough not to be strained or damaged when extending the server out of the rack.
Basic hardware procedures 4.4.3 Removing the server from the rack CAUTION! At least two people are needed to lift the server out of the rack cabinet. (For the Japanese market, please refer to " 安全上のご注意 ".) For configurations below 32 kg: At least two people are needed to lift the server out of the rack cabinet.
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Basic hardware procedures Ê Shut down the server and remove external cables as described in section "Preliminary steps" on page Ê Unlatch and pull the server out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack" on page Figure 13: Removing the server from the rack Ê...
In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on ● electromagnetic compatibility) and satisfy cooling requirements, the PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server must not run while the side cover is removed. For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important...
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Basic hardware procedures Ê Open the locking lever (1). This will slide the top cover back disengaging the locking mechanism (2). Figure 15: Removing the top cover (rack server) Ê Remove the top cover. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.5.1.2 Removing the ID card Figure 16: Removing the ID card (rack server) Ê Remove the ID card from the server. It may be necessary to pull out on the ID card rather firmly. However, do not apply excessive force. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.5.1.3 Removing the rack mounting frame The rack front cover consists of a plastic frame and two rack mounting brackets. For further information, refer to section "Assembling the rack front cover" on page 844. Ê Pull out the ID card from the server front as described in section "Removing the ID card"...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 18: Removing the rack mounting frame (B) Ê Press down on the locking latch while slightly folding out the rack front cover. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 19: Removing the rack mounting frame (C) Ê Press up on the plastic frame to disengage the bottom locking latch (1). Ê Detach and remove the rack front cover to the front (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2 Tower model 4.5.2.1 Unlocking the server Figure 20: Removing the key (A) Ê Lift the key ring to unlatch it (1). Ê Turn the key ring counter-clockwise by 90 degrees (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 21: Removing the key (B) Ê Remove the key from the server rear. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 22: Unlocking the server Ê Insert the key into the lock on the server front. Ê Turn the key clockwise to unlock the front and side covers (1). Ê Remove the key from the server front (2) and set aside for later use. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2.2 Removing the side cover Figure 23: Removing the side cover (tower server) Ê Open the locking lever (1). This will slide the side cover back disengaging the locking mechanism (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 24: Removing the side cover (tower server) Ê Remove the side cover. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2.3 Removing the ID card Figure 25: Removing the ID card (tower server) Ê Remove the ID card from the server. It may be necessary to pull out on the ID card rather firmly. However, do not apply excessive force. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2.4 Removing accessible drive and HDD bay covers Figure 26: Removing the accessible drive bay cover Ê Press up on the locking latch (1) and fold out the accessible drive bay cover (2). Ê Remove the accessible drive bay cover from the front cover. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 27: Removing the HDD bay cover Ê Pull out on the handle on the upper edge of the HDD bay cover. Ê Fold out and remove the HDD bay cover from the front cover. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Storing the accessible drive bay cover Figure 28: Storing the accessible drive bay cover Ê Place the accessible drive bay cover on the HDD bay cover as shown (1). Ê Press in on the bottom edge of the accessible drive bay cover until it snaps in place (2).
Basic hardware procedures 4.5.2.5 Removing the front cover Figure 29: Removing the front cover (tower server) (A) Ê Pinch the locking clips to disengage the front cover (see close-up) while slightly pulling out. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 30: Removing the front cover (tower server) (B) Ê Carefully fold out the bottom end of the front cover (1). Ê Unhook and remove the front cover (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures Handling fan holders Ê Please proceed as described in sections "Replacing the system fan holder" on page 377 "Replacing the rear fan holder" on page 390. Handling the system air duct 4.7.1 Removing the system air duct Figure 31: Detaching the system air duct Ê...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 32: Removing the system air duct Ê Hold the system air duct by its two handle recesses and lift it out of the chassis in a vertical motion. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.7.2 Installing the system air duct Figure 33: Mounting the system air duct (A) Ê Ensure that the air duct spacer has been installed in the system as described in section "Mounting the system board" on page 803.
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 34: Mounting the system air duct (B) Ê Ensure that the two centering bolts on the rear fan holder properly engage with the center holes on the air duct (see close-ups). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 35: Mounting the system air duct (C) Ê Ensure that the system air duct is properly seated in the two guides on both ends of the system fan holder (see close-up). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 36: Securing the system air duct Ê Secure the system air duct on the air duct spacer with the captive knurled thumb screw. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures Handling the system board carrier 4.8.1 Removing the system board carrier Figure 37: Removing the system board carrier (A) Ê Remove three screws from the system board carrier. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 38: Removing the system board carrier (B) Ê Slide the system board carrier towards the server front as far as it will go. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 39: Removing the system board carrier (C) Ê Hold the system board carrier by its two handle recesses and lift it out of the chassis. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.8.2 Installing the system board carrier Figure 40: Mounting the system board carrier (A) Ê Hold the system board carrier by its two handle recesses and lower it into the chassis as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 41: Mounting the system board carrier (B) Ê Slide the system board carrier towards the server rear until the latch on the carrier properly engages in the slot on the rear server floor. CAUTION! Ensure not to trap or pinch any cables running through the cable exit from the power backplane.
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 42: Mounting the system board carrier (C) Ê Secure the system board carrier with three M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on ● electromagnetic compatibility) and satisfy cooling requirements, the PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server must not run while the top / side cover is removed. For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important...
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Basic hardware procedures Ê Ensure that the rack mounting brackets properly engage on both sides of the chassis as shown in the close-up. Figure 44: Installing the rack mounting frame (B) Ê Ensure that the rack mounting brackets properly engage on both sides of the chassis as shown.
Basic hardware procedures 4.9.1.2 Installing the ID card Figure 45: Installing the ID card (rack server) Ê Insert and slide the ID card into its slot (1) until it locks in place as shown (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.9.1.3 Mounting the top cover Figure 46: Mounting the top cover (rack server) (A) Ê Open the locking lever on the top cover. Ê Lower the top cover onto the chassis, recessed by 2 cm. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 47: Mounting the top cover (rack server) (B) Ê Close the locking lever on the top cover (1). This will slide the top cover shut engaging the locking mechanism (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.9.2 Tower model 4.9.2.1 Mounting the front cover Figure 48: Mounting the front cover (tower server) (A) Ê Hook the two tabs on the upper end of the front cover into the notches in the chassis. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 49: Mounting the front cover (tower server) (B) Ê Fold down the front cover (1) until the locking clip on the bottom edge of the front cover engage (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.9.2.2 Installing accessible drive and HDD bay covers Figure 50: Installing the accessible drive bay cover Ê Insert the accessible drive bay cover into the front cover as shown (1). Ê Fold in the accessible drive bay cover until it locks in place (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 51: Installing the HDD bay cover Ê Insert the HDD bay cover into the front cover as shown (1). Ê Fold in the HDD bay cover until it locks in place (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.9.2.3 Installing the ID card Figure 52: Installing the ID card (rack server) Ê Insert and slide the ID card into its slot (1) until it locks in place as shown (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.9.2.4 Mounting the side cover Figure 53: Mounting the side cover (tower server) (A) Ê Open the locking lever on the side cover. Ê Fit the side cover on the chassis, recessed by 2 cm. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 54: Mounting the side cover (tower server) (B) Ê Close the locking lever on the side cover (1). This will slide the top cover shut engaging the locking mechanism (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.9.2.5 Locking the server Figure 55: Locking the server Ê If required by security regulations, lock the server: Ê Insert the key into the lock on the server front (1). Ê Turn the key counter-clockwise to lock the front and side covers (2). Ê...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 56: Storing the key ring (A) Ê Insert the key ring into the slot on the server rear as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 57: Storing the key ring (B) Ê Turn the key ring clockwise by 90 degrees (1) until it latches in place as shown (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.10 Handling the anti-tilt bracket 4.10.1 Installing the anti-tilt bracket Figure 58: Installing the anti-tilt bracket (A) Ê Fit the anti-tilt bracket onto the bottom edge of the server rear as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 59: Installing the anti-tilt bracket (B) Ê Secure the anti-tilt bracket on the rear of the server with two knurled thumb screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.10.2 Removing the anti-tilt bracket Figure 60: Removing the anti-tilt bracket Ê Loosen the two knurled thumb screws on the anti-tilt bracket (1). Ê Remove the anti-tilt bracket from the rear of the server (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic hardware procedures 4.11 Mounting the server in the rack 4.11.1 Seating the server on the rack rails CAUTION! At least two people are needed to position the server on the rack rails. (For the Japanese market, please refer to " 安全上のご注意 ".) For configurations below 32 kg: At least two people are needed to lift the server into the rack cabinet.
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Basic hardware procedures CAUTION! Additionally, a lifter is required in the following cases: – The server weighs more than 50 kg. – The server weighs more than 21 kg and is to be installed above the height of 25 U. When using a lifter, this installation procedure needs to be carried out by maintenance personnel.
Basic hardware procedures Ê Fold down the server (3). Ensure that all six rack mounting bolts are properly seated in the mounting points on the telescopic rails and that the locking bars engage (4). 4.11.2 Sliding the server into the rack Figure 62: Sliding the server into the rack Ê...
4.12 Connecting the server to the mains The PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server can be equipped with up to four hot-plug PSU modules that automatically adjust to any mains voltage in the range of 100 VAC to 240 VAC. Power redundancy is possible in various PSU configurations (see section "PSU installation sequence"...
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Basic hardware procedures Ê Press down on the locking lever on the PSU cable bracket (1) and pull the loop away from the PSU cable bracket anchorage as far as it will go (2). Figure 64: Mounting the PSU cable bracket (A) Ê...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 65: Mounting the PSU cable bracket (B) Ê Clip the PSU cable bracket into the mounting hole on the power supply module as shown (see close-up). Once attached, a PSU cable bracket cannot be removed from the PSU module anymore.
Basic hardware procedures 4.12.1.2 Securing a power cord in the PSU cable bracket Figure 66: Securing power cords (A) Ê Connect the power cords to the power supply units (1). Ê Run the power cord through the PSU cable bracket as shown (2). Ê...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 67: Securing power cords (B) Ê Slide the loop on the PSU cable bracket onto the cord grip as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Basic hardware procedures Figure 68: Securing power cords (C) Ê Ensure that the loop on the PSU cable bracket is properly seated on the cord grip (1). Ê Close the loop around the cord grip as shown (2) to secure the power cord. Ê...
In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on electromagnetic compatibility) and satisfy cooling requirements, the PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server must not run while the top / side cover is removed. Follow the safety instructions in chapter "Important information"...
Basic hardware procedures 4.14 Concluding software tasks Ê Perform the following software tasks to put the server back in operation: – "Resetting the boot retry counter" on page 148 – "Verifying the system time settings" on page 152 – "Viewing and clearing the System Event Log (SEL)" on page 153 –...
Basic software procedures Starting the maintenance task 5.1.1 Disabling BitLocker functionality BitLocker Drive Encryption provides protection for operating system and data drives by encrypting the contents and requiring users to authenticate their credentials to access the information. On the operating system drive, BitLocker uses the compatible Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to detect if the computer's startup process has been modified from its original state.
BitLocker setup wizard, modify the BitLocker Group Policy settings. For further information on how to disable BitLocker drive encryption, please refer to the Microsoft Knowledge Base. Fujitsu service partners will find additional information (also available in Japanese) on the Fujitsu Extranet web pages. 5.1.2...
Ê Click Apply for the changes to take effect. For detailed information on iRMC settings, refer to the "Integrated Remote Management Controller" user guides available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/ manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
For further information on "forcible" tape ejection, please refer to the "Tape Facts" guide available to Fujitsu service partners from the following https address: https://partners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/ps/Servers/PRIMERGY/Pages/ TapeFacts.aspx...
This is a known restriction of Windows PE with Multipath drivers. Before using the ServerView Update DVD or PrimeCollect in an offline environment, Fujitsu recommends to properly shut down the server and to disconnect all external I/O connections (like LAN or FC cables) from the system.
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DVD into the DVD drive before proceeding. Ê Finish the intended maintenance task. For further information, refer to the following manuals available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server: –...
Fujitsu support internet pages at: (EMEA market) http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/ http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/downloads/ (Japanese market) Fujitsu does not assume responsibility for any damage done to the server or for the loss of any data resulting from BIOS updates. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Basic software procedures 5.2.1.1 Updating or recovering the system board BIOS BIOS flash procedure For the Japanese market, follow the instructions provided separately. Ê Prepare a USB stick with the following files: – Update tool – Startup.nsh (which will execute the update tool) –...
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Basic software procedures Ê Enter BIOS recovery mode using the onboard jumpers. For detailed information on jumper settings, refer to section "Onboard settings" on page 886. Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Closing the server" on page 104.
Basic software procedures 5.2.1.2 Updating or recovering the iRMC iRMC flash procedure For the Japanese market, follow the instructions provided separately. Ê Prepare a USB stick including the bootable iRMC firmware update image. Ê Connect the USB stick to the USB port. Ensure that only the USB device with the iRMC firmware is connected to the USB port.
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Ê Press the Power On / Off button. The system starts the POST process. In iRMC recovery mode, the “FUJITSU” logo does not show up. Ê The system will detect the USB stick.
Chassis IDPROM: Restore successful After replacing the Chassis ID EPROM In case of the PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server, the Chassis ID EPROM is integrated on the front panel board. Ê Check the SEL log files as described in section "Viewing and clearing the...
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"Local System Update for PRIMERGY Servers" user guide Using the flash tool The latest firmware files are available as ASPs (Autonomous Support Packages) for Windows or as DOS tools from the Fujitsu support web pages at: http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/ (EMEA market) (Japanese market) http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/downloads/...
Basic software procedures 5.2.4 Enabling Option ROM scan In order to configure an expansion card that has been installed or replaced, the card’s Option ROM has to be enabled in the system board BIOS. The card’s firmware is called by the system BIOS upon reboot and can be entered and configured.
Procedures may differ depending on the backup software. For details, refer to the dedicated documentation provided separately. Further information on suitable backup software solutions and related documentation is available to Fujitsu service partners from the Fujitsu Extranet web pages. Re-enabling backup drives...
Basic software procedures 5.2.6 Resetting the boot retry counter The boot retry counter is decremented from its preset value every time the POST watchdog initiates a system reboot. When the value has reached ’0’, the system will shut down and power off. 5.2.6.1 Viewing the boot retry counter The current boot retry counter status is available in the BIOS:...
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Ê Click Apply for the changes to take effect. For detailed information on iRMC settings, refer to the "Integrated Remote Management Controller" user guides available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/ manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
Ê Click Apply for the changes to take effect. For detailed information on iRMC settings, refer to the "Integrated Remote Management Controller" user guides available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 manual/ supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
Basic software procedures 5.2.8 Enabling replaced components in the system BIOS When a processor, an expansion card, or a memory module fails, the defective component will be set to Disabled or Failed in the system BIOS. The server will then reboot with only the intact hardware components remaining in the system configuration.
Basic software procedures Ê Enter the BIOS. Ê Select the Advanced menu. Ê Under Memory Status verify that none of the memory modules are marked as Failed. Ê Save your changes (if applicable) and exit the BIOS. For detailed information on how to access the BIOS and modify settings, refer to the "System Board D2949 BIOS Setup Utility"...
Basic software procedures 5.2.11 Viewing and clearing the System Event Log (SEL) 5.2.11.1 Viewing the SEL You can view the System Event Log (SEL) using the ServerView Operations Manager or the ServerView iRMC web frontend: Viewing the SEL in ServerView Operations Manager Ê...
Apply for the changes to take effect. For detailed information on iRMC settings, refer to the "Integrated Remote Management Controller" user guides available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/ manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
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Basic software procedures To update the MAC address, proceed as follows: Procedures may differ depending on your Linux OS or the definition file on the client system. Use the following information as reference. Ask the system administrator to change the definition file. Ê...
Ê Follow the instructions in the BitLocker Setup wizard. For further information on how to enable BitLocker drive encryption, please refer to the Microsoft Knowledge Base. Fujitsu service partners will find additional information (also available in Japanese) on the Fujitsu Extranet web pages. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
Basic software procedures 5.2.14 Performing a RAID array rebuild After replacing a hard disk drive that has been combined into a RAID array, RAID rebuild will be performed completely unattended as a background process. Figure 70: Progress bar (RAID array rebuild) CAUTION! The system is now operational, however, data redundancy will not be available until the RAID array rebuild is complete.
Basic software procedures Ê Press [Esc] to exit the BIOS. Ê Inform the customer about the changed MAC address. 5.2.15.2 Looking up WWN addresses Emulex FC / FCoE adapters Ê Enable the network controller’s Option ROM in the system board BIOS as described in section "Enabling Option ROM scan"...
After replacing the Chassis ID EPROM, system information has to be entered using the ChassisId_Prom Tool. The tool and further instructions are available to maintenance personnel from the Fujitsu Technology Solutions Extranet: http://partners.ts.fujitsu.com/com/service/intelservers/tools For the Japanese market, follow the instructions provided separately.
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On Windows-based servers with ServerView agents installed, proceed as follows: Ê Click Start, point to All Programs, and then point to Fujitsu - ServerView Suite - Agents - Maintenance Tools. Ê In the Maintenance Tools menu pane, click the Chassis Model Configuration tab.
This chapter provides information on how to install, remove or replace power supply units (PSU) and how to replace the power backplane. The PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server can be equipped with up to four hot-plug PSU modules that automatically adjust to any mains voltage in the range of 100 VAC to 240 VAC.
Power supply Basic information Two different types of PSU modules are available for the TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server systems: PSU module 450 W S26113-E575-V50 / A3C40121110 PSU module 800 W S26113-E574-V50 / A3C40121107 PSU dummy module A3C40133955 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Power supply 6.1.1 PSU installation sequence Figure 71: PSU overview Config. PSU 1 PSU 2 PSU 3 PSU 4 Comment 450 W Basic configuration Basic redundant and standard 450 W 450 W non-redundant configurations Standard redundant 450 W 450 W 450 W configuration (2 PSUs + 1 redundant PSU)
Power supply 6.1.2 Assembly rules – Mixed assembly of 450 W and 800 W PSU modules is not possible. – PSU slots 1 or 2 always need to be equipped with a PSU module. – Always install dummy modules into unused PSU slots to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Power supply Installing PSU modules Customer Replaceable Units (CRU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 6.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the PSU module: tool-less ● 6.2.2 Removing the PSU dummy module Figure 73: Removing a PSU dummy module (A) Ê...
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Power supply Figure 74: Removing a PSU dummy module (B) Ê Remove the dummy module from its slot. CAUTION! Keep the dummy cover for future use. If a power supply module is removed and not immediately replaced by a new one, a PSU dummy cover must be replaced in the slot to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Power supply 6.2.3 Installing a PSU module Figure 75: Installing a PSU module Ê Insert the PSU module into its slot. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Power supply Figure 76: Installing a PSU module Ê Push the PSU module into its slot (1) as far as it will go until the locking latch snaps in place (2). CAUTION! Ensure that the PSU module properly engages in its slot and is locked in position in order to prevent it from sliding out of the chassis during transportation.
Power supply Removing PSU modules Customer Replaceable Units (CRU) Average task duration: 5 minutes Note for servers using CMA (Cable Management Arm) Since the installed CMA is blocking PSU modules, additional steps are required in order to remove or replace PSU modules: Ê...
Power supply 6.3.2 Preliminary steps Before installing a power supply module, perform the following steps: Ê Remove the AC power cord from its cable bracket and disconnect it from the PSU module to be removed as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains"...
Power supply 6.3.3 Removing a PSU module Figure 77: Removing a PSU module (A) Ê Fold up the handle on the PSU module (1). Ê Press in on the green locking latch (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Power supply Figure 78: Removing a PSU module (B) Ê While keeping the green locking latch pressed, pull the PSU module out of its slot. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Power supply Figure 80: Installing a PSU dummy module Ê Push the PSU dummy module into its slot until it locks in place. CAUTION! Always install dummy modules into unused PSU slots to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Power supply Replacing PSU modules Customer Replaceable Units (CRU) Average task duration: 5 minutes CAUTION! When replacing a PSU module in a non-redundant PSU ● configuration, the server must be switched off first. Ensure to replace a defective PSU module by a new module of the ●...
Power supply 6.4.2 Preliminary steps Before installing a power supply unit (PSU), perform the following steps: Ê Locate the defective server as described in section "Locating the defective server" on page Ê Remove the AC power cord from its cable bracket and disconnect it from the PSU module to be replaced as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains"...
Power supply Replacing the power backplane Field Replaceable Units (FRU) Average task duration: 50 minutes 6.5.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Replacing the power backplane: ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 6.5.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing the power backplane, perform the following steps:...
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Power supply Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover" on page 84 (tower server). Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct"...
Power supply 6.5.3 Removing the power backplane Figure 81: Disconnecting cables from the power backplane Ê Disconnect all cables from the power backplane. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Power supply Figure 82: Detaching the power backplane Ê Remove five screws from the power backplane. Figure 83: Removing the power backplane Ê Remove the defective power backplane from the chassis. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Power supply 6.5.4 Installing the power backplane Power backplane A3C40125915 Figure 84: Mounting the power backplane (A) Ê Lower the new power backplane onto the five spacer bolts on the chassis floor (see circles). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Power supply Figure 85: Mounting the power backplane (B) Ê Lower the new power backplane into the chassis. Ê Secure the power backplane on the spacer bolts with five screws (see circles). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Power supply Figure 86: Cabling the power backplane (A) Ê Reconnect all cables to the power backplane: Connector Cable Power cable T26139-Y3952-V601 System power cable T26139-Y3758-V9 PSU signal cable T26139-Y4027-V1 Ê Fold and run the cables through the cable clamps on the server floor as shown (see close-up).
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Power supply Figure 87: Cabling the power backplane (B) Ê If applicable, reconnect the GPGPU card power cables to the power backplane: Connector Cable GPGPU card power cable T26139-Y3946-V701 Ê Run the GPGPU card power cables through the cable clamps on the server floor as shown.
Power supply 6.5.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system board carrier as described in section "Installing the system board carrier" on page 101. Ê Reinstall the system board as described in section "Installing the system board"...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives This chapter provides information on how to install or remove hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) modules and how to replace SAS backplanes and the SAS expander board. For information on SAS RAID controllers, please refer to chapter "Expansion cards and backup units"...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Never attempt to disassemble a hard disk or solid state drive. ● For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important ● information" on page In this chapter – 2.5-inch HDD / SSD subsystem "2.5-inch HDD / SSD configurations"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Basic information – Solid state drives (SSDs) are always equipped before installing hard disk drives. – Hard disk drives / solid state drives with different capacities are installed from highest to lowest capacity. –...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 89: 2.5-inch SAS backplanes - Tower version 1 / 2 SAS backplanes 1 and 2 in HDD cage 1 (basic configuration) 3 / 4 SAS backplanes 3 and 4 in optional HDD cage 2 5 / 6 SAS backplanes 5 and 6 in optional 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box 7.2.2...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.2.2 8x 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling Before connecting SAS cables to the controller, bend the cables as needed in order to reduce strain on the controller. Bend the SAS cables as close to their shrink tubes as possible. SAS cabling Cable Cabling...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.2.3 HDD / SSD naming scheme Figure 91: Naming scheme with 8 2.5-inch HDDs (2 SAS backplanes) Logical drive Position ServerView RAID Manager display name number HDD vendor name (0) HDD vendor name (1) HDD vendor name (2) HDD vendor name (3) HDD vendor name (4)
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.3 16x 2.5-inch HDDs (4 SAS backplanes) 7.2.3.1 Mounting order for 2.5-inch HDDs / SSDs Figure 92: Mounting order with up to 16 2.5-inch HDDs (4 SAS backplanes) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.3.2 16x 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling Before connecting SAS cables to the controller, bend the cables as needed in order to reduce strain on the controller. Bend the SAS cables as close to their shrink tubes as possible. SAS cabling with two SAS controllers Cable Cabling...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Power cabling Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan SAS backplane 1 connector X6 (HDDs 1, 5, 9, 13) Cable connector P2 SAS backplane 2 connector X6 (HDDs 2, 6, 10, 14) Cable connector P1 HDD power cable Power backplane...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives With two SAS controllers Logical drive Position ServerView RAID Manager display name number HDD vendor name (0) Ctrl (0) HDD vendor name (1) Ctrl (0) HDD vendor name (2) Ctrl (0) HDD vendor name (3) Ctrl (0) HDD vendor name (4) Ctrl (0)
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Logical drive Position ServerView RAID Manager display name number HDD vendor name (1:10) [11] HDD vendor name (1:11) [12] HDD vendor name (1:12) [13] HDD vendor name (1:13) [14] HDD vendor name (1:14) [15] HDD vendor name (1:15) [16]...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 95: Mounting order with up to 24 2.5-inch HDDs (6 SAS backplanes) - Tower version 7.2.4.2 24x 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling Before connecting SAS cables to the controller, bend the cables as needed in order to reduce strain on the controller.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan Connector MLC 1 on SAS cable Connector MLC 1 on SAS controller 2 in Y3963-V107 SAS expander board PCI slot 3 16.2.12 Connector MLC 2 on SAS cable Connector MLC 2 on SAS controller 2 in...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Power cabling Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan SAS backplane 1 connector X6 (HDDs 1, 7, 13, 19) Cable connector P2 SAS backplane 2 connector X6 (HDDs 2, 8, 14, 20) Cable connector P1 HDD power cable Power backplane...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.4.3 HDD / SSD naming scheme Figure 96: Naming scheme with 24 2.5-inch HDDs (6 SAS backplanes) - Rack version Figure 97: Naming scheme with 24 2.5-inch HDDs (6 SAS backplanes) - Tower version Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives With SAS expander board and two SAS controllers Logical drive Position ServerView RAID Manager display name number HDD vendor name (0) Ctrl (0) HDD vendor name (1) Ctrl (0) HDD vendor name (2) Ctrl (0) HDD vendor name (3) Ctrl (0)
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives With SAS expander board and one SAS controller Logical drive Position ServerView RAID Manager display name number HDD vendor name (1:0) HDD vendor name (1:1) HDD vendor name (1:2) HDD vendor name (1:3) HDD vendor name (1:4) HDD vendor name (1:5) HDD vendor name (1:6)
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.5.3 Removing a 2.5-inch HDD / SSD dummy module Figure 98: Removing a 2.5-inch dummy module Dummy modules have been installed into unused HDD / SSD bays. Before installing an additional HDD / SSD, the dummy module needs to be removed from the desired drive bay.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.5.4 Installing a 2.5-inch HDD / SSD module Figure 99: Opening the 2.5-inch HDD / SSD module locking lever Ê Pinch the green locking clips (1) and open the locking lever (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 100: Inserting the 2.5-inch HDD / SSD module Ê Insert the HDD / SSD module into a drive bay and carefully push back as far as it will go. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 101: Closing the 2.5-inch HDD / SSD module locking lever Ê Close the locking lever to lock the hard disk drive in place. 7.2.5.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê...
RAID array. For further information, please refer to the "ServerView Suite RAID Management" user guide, available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Pinch the green locking clips (1) and fully open the locking lever (2). Thereby, the HDD / SSD module is pushed out of its drive bay by about 1 cm and disconnected from the SAS / SATA backplane. Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.6.4 Installing a 2.5-inch HDD / SSD dummy module CAUTION! If the removed HDD / SSD module is not replaced immediately, always replace a dummy module into the unused HDD / SSD bay to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.7 Replacing a 2.5-inch HDD / SSD module Customer Replaceable Units (CRU) Average task duration: 5 minutes CAUTION! Only remove an HDD / SSD module during operation if the drive is ● not currently being accessed. Observe the indicators on the HDD / SSD module, as described in the "PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 Server"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.7.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing a 2.5-inch HDD / SSD module, perform the following steps: Ê Locate the defective server as described in section "Locating the defective server" on page Ê When working on a tower server, open the HDD bay cover as described in section "Removing accessible drive and HDD bay covers"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.8 Replacing a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 15 minutes 7.2.8.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing the HDD SAS backplane: ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.2.8.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane, perform the following steps:...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. Ê Disconnect all cables from the defective SAS backplane. 7.2.8.3 Removing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover The 2.5-inch HDD front panel does not need to be removed in order to replace a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 106: Removing the intrusion switch holder (B) Ê Slide back the intrusion switch holder until it disengages from the HDD bay top cover (1). Ê Remove the intrusion switch holder (2) and set aside. Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 107: Removing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover (A) Ê Remove five screws from the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 108: Removing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Remove the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover from the chassis. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.8.4 Removing a 2.5-inch HDD drive cage The 2.5-inch HDD front panel does not need to be removed in order to replace a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane. In the figures, the front panel has been removed for illustration purposes only.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.8.5 Replacing a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Figure 110: Removing the defective 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (A) Ê Remove two screws from the defective 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 111: Removing the defective 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (B) Ê Fold up the defective 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (1) and at a slight angle, remove it from the guides on the HDD cage (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 112: 4x 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (A3C40125908) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 113: Mounting the new 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (A) Ê At a slight angle, fit the new 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane into the two guides on the HDD cage (1, see close-up). Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 114: Mounting the new 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (B) Ê Secure the 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane in the extension box with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.8.6 Mounting the second 2.5-inch HDD drive cage The 2.5-inch HDD front panel does not need to be removed in order to replace a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane. In the figures, the front panel has been removed for illustration purposes only.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 116: Mounting the second 2.5-inch HDD drive cage (B) Ê Lower the 2.5-inch HDD cage into the right HDD installation bay as shown. Ê Ensure that the four rubber bolts on the bottom of the cage properly engage with the corresponding dents in the chassis floor.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.8.7 Mounting the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover The 2.5-inch HDD front panel does not need to be removed in order to replace a 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane. In the figures, the front panel has been removed for illustration purposes only.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 118: Mounting the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Secure the HDD bay top cover to the chassis with five M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 119: Installing the intrusion switch holder (A) Ê Place the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover as shown (1). Ê Slide the intrusion switch holder under the front chassis rim as far as it will go (2).
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 120: Installing the intrusion switch holder (B) Ê Secure the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover with one M3 x 4.5 mm screw. 7.2.8.8 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover" on page 114 (tower server). Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack"...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains" on page Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.9.3 Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Figure 121: Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Ê Remove four screws from the 8x 2.5-inch HDD front panel. Ê Pull up on the 8x 2.5-inch HDD front panel to disengage it from the chassis. Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.9.4 Removing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover Figure 122: Removing the intrusion switch holder (A) Ê Remove one screw from the intrusion switch holder as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 123: Removing the intrusion switch holder (B) Ê Slide back the intrusion switch holder until it disengages from the HDD bay top cover (1). Ê Remove the intrusion switch holder (2) and set aside. Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 124: Removing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover (A) Ê Remove five screws from the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 125: Removing the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Remove the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover from the chassis. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.9.5 Mounting the second 2.5-inch HDD drive cage Figure 126: Mounting the second 2.5-inch HDD drive cage (A) Ê Locate the four rubber bolts on the bottom of the cage and the corresponding dents in the chassis floor. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 127: Mounting the second 2.5-inch HDD drive cage (B) Ê Lower the 2.5-inch HDD cage into the right HDD installation bay as shown. Ê Ensure that the four rubber bolts on the bottom of the cage properly engage with the corresponding dents in the chassis floor.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.2.9.6 Mounting the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover Figure 128: Mounting the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover (A) Ê Lower the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover onto the HDD installation bays. Ê Ensure that the four rubber bolts on top of the cage properly engage with the corresponding dents in the HDD bay top cover.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 129: Mounting the 2.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Secure the HDD bay top cover to the chassis with five M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 130: Installing the intrusion switch holder (A) Ê Place the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover as shown (1). Ê Slide the intrusion switch holder under the front chassis rim as far as it will go (2).
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 131: Installing the intrusion switch holder (B) Ê Secure the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover with one M3 x 4.5 mm screw. 7.2.9.7 Installing the 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Figure 132: 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel (C26361-K644-B930) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 133: Installing the 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Ê Locate the three hooks on the HDD front panel (see close-up and black numbers 1-3). Ê Locate the corresponding installation slots on the server front (see white numbers 1-3).
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 134: Securing the 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Ê Firmly press down on the HDD front panel until its upper edge is flush with the chassis (see arrow). Ê Secure the HDD front panel to the server front with four M3 x 4.5 mm screws (see circles).
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Install HDD / SSD modules or HDD dummy modules into the additional HDD slots as described in sections "Installing a 2.5-inch HDD / SSD module" on page 208 "Installing a 2.5-inch HDD / SSD dummy module" on page 214.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 3.5-inch HDD configurations 7.3.1 3.5-inch HDD backplane overview Figure 135: 3.5-inch SAS backplanes - Rack version with 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Figure 136: 2.5-inch SAS backplanes - Tower version with 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box SAS backplane 1 in HDD cage 1 (basic configuration) SAS backplane 2 in HDD cage 2 (optional) SAS backplane 3 in optional 2x / 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension boxes...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.2 4x 3.5-inch HDDs (1 SAS backplane) 7.3.2.1 Mounting order for 3.5-inch HDDs Figure 137: Mounting order with up to 4 3.5-inch HDDs (1 SAS backplane) 7.3.2.2 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling Before connecting SAS cables to the controller, bend the cables as needed in order to reduce strain on the controller.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.2.3 HDD / SSD naming scheme Figure 138: Naming scheme with 4 3.5-inch HDDs (1 SAS backplane) Logical drive Position ServerView RAID Manager display name number HDD vendor name (0) HDD vendor name (1) HDD vendor name (2) HDD vendor name (3) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.3 8x 3.5-inch HDDs (2 SAS backplanes) 7.3.3.1 Mounting order for 3.5-inch HDDs Figure 139: Mounting order with up to 8 3.5-inch HDDs (2 SAS backplanes) 7.3.3.2 8x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling Before connecting SAS cables to the controller, bend the cables as needed in order to reduce strain on the controller.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Power cabling Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan SAS backplane 1 connector X7 (HDDs 1, 3, 5, 7) Cable connector P1 HDD power cable Power backplane 16.2.2 Y3952-V601 connector X21 SAS backplane 2 connector X7 (HDDs 2, 4, 6, 8) Cable connector P2...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Logical drive Position ServerView RAID Manager display name number HDD vendor name (6) HDD vendor name (7) 7.3.4 10x 3.5-inch HDDs (3 SAS backplanes) 7.3.4.1 Mounting order for 3.5-inch HDDs Figure 141: Mounting order with up to 10 3.5-inch HDDs (3 SAS backplanes) - Rack version Figure 142: Mounting order with up to 10 3.5-inch HDDs (3 SAS backplanes) - Tower version Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.4.2 10x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling Before connecting SAS cables to the controller, bend the cables as needed in order to reduce strain on the controller. Bend the SAS cables as close to their shrink tubes as possible. SAS cabling Cable Cabling...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.4.3 HDD / SSD naming scheme Figure 143: Naming scheme with 10 3.5-inch HDDs (3 SAS backplanes) - Rack version Figure 144: Naming scheme with 10 3.5-inch HDDs (3 SAS backplanes) - Tower version Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Logical drive Position ServerView RAID Manager display name number HDD vendor name (1:0) HDD vendor name (1:1) HDD vendor name (1:2) HDD vendor name (1:3) HDD vendor name (1:4) HDD vendor name (1:5) HDD vendor name (1:6) HDD vendor name (1:7) HDD vendor name (1:8)
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 146: Mounting order with up to 12 3.5-inch HDDs (3 SAS backplanes) - Tower version 7.3.5.2 12x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling Before connecting SAS cables to the controller, bend the cables as needed in order to reduce strain on the controller.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Power cabling Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan SAS backplane 1 connector X7 (HDDs 1, 4, 7, 10) Cable connector P1 SAS backplane 2 connector X7 HDD power cable Power backplane (HDDs 2, 5, 8, 11) 16.2.4 Y3952-V601...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 148: Naming scheme with 12 3.5-inch HDDs (3 SAS backplanes) - Tower version Logical drive Position ServerView RAID Manager display name number HDD vendor name (1:0) HDD vendor name (1:1) HDD vendor name (1:2) HDD vendor name (1:3) HDD vendor name (1:4) HDD vendor name (1:5)
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.6 Installing 3.5-inch HDD modules Customer Replaceable Units (CRU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 7.3.6.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing a 3.5-inch HDD module: tool-less ● 7.3.6.2 Preliminary steps Before installing a 3.5-inch HDD module, perform the following steps: Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.6.3 Removing a 3.5-inch HDD dummy module Figure 149: Removing a 3.5-inch dummy module Dummy modules have been installed into unused HDD bays. Before installing an additional HDD, the dummy module needs to be removed from the desired drive bay.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.6.4 Installing a 3.5-inch HDD module Figure 150: Opening the 3.5-inch HDD module locking lever Ê While pressing down on the locking button (1) fold up the lever (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 151: Inserting the 3.5-inch HDD module Ê Insert the HDD module into a drive bay and carefully push back as far as it will go. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 152: Closing the 3.5-inch HDD module locking lever Ê Fold down the lever to lock the HDD module in place. 7.3.6.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê When working on a tower server, close the HDD bay cover as described in section "Installing accessible drive and HDD bay covers"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.7 Removing 3.5-inch HDD modules Customer Replaceable Units (CRU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 7.3.7.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing a 3.5-inch HDD module: tool-less ● 7.3.7.2 Preliminary steps Before removing a 3.5-inch HDD module, perform the following steps: Ê...
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RAID array. For further information, please refer to the "ServerView Suite RAID Management" user guide, available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.7.3 Removing a 3.5-inch HDD module Figure 153: Disconnecting a 3.5-inch HDD module Ê While pressing down on the locking button (1) fold up the lever (2). Thereby, the HDD module is pushed out of its drive bay by about 1 cm and disconnected from the SAS / SATA backplane.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 154: Removing a 3.5-inch HDD module Ê Pull the HDD module completely out of its bay. 7.3.7.4 Installing a 3.5-inch HDD dummy module CAUTION! If the removed HDD module is not replaced immediately, always replace a dummy module into the unused HDD / SSD bay to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 155: Installing a 3.5-inch HDD dummy module Ê Slide the HDD dummy module into the drive bay until it locks in place. 7.3.7.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê...
Only remove an HDD / SSD module during operation if the drive is ● not currently being accessed. Observe the indicators on the HDD module, as described in the "PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 Server" operating manual". Under no circumstances should you remove an HDD / SSD module ●...
Ê Before removing a non-defective HDD module, put the drive into "Offline" mode using your RAID configuration software. For further information, please refer to the "ServerView Suite RAID Management" user guide, available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.9 Replacing a 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 15 minutes 7.3.9.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing the HDD SAS backplane: ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.3.9.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing a 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane, perform the following steps:...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. Ê Disconnect all cables from the defective SAS backplane. 7.3.9.3 Removing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover Figure 156: Removing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (A) Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 157: Removing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Slide back the intrusion switch holder until it disengages from the HDD bay top cover (1). Ê Remove the intrusion switch holder (2) and set aside. Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 158: Removing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (C) Ê Carefully fold up the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover to disengage it from the SAS backplane below (1). Ê Remove the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover from the chassis (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.9.4 Removing the defective 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Figure 159: Removing the defective 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Ê Pull up on the SAS backplane and remove it from the HDD bay in a vertical motion.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.9.5 Mounting the new 3.5-inch HDD backplane Figure 160: 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (A3C40125920) Figure 161: Mounting the new 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Fit the HDD backplane into the guide on the outer wall of the HDD bay (see close-up) and lower it into the bottom rim. Figure 162: Mounting the new 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.9.6 Mounting the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover Figure 163: Mounting the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (A) Ê At a slight angle, fit the HDD bay top cover under the front chassis rim (1). Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 164: Mounting the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Place the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover as shown (1). Ê Slide the intrusion switch holder under the front chassis rim as far as it will go (2).
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 165: Mounting the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (C) Ê Secure the HDD bay top cover to the chassis with five M3 x 4.5 mm screws (see blue arrows). Ê Secure the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover with one M3 x 4.5 mm screw (see orange arrow).
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.9.7 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.10 Upgrading to 8x 3.5-inch HDD configurations Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 20 minutes 7.3.10.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the HDD cage: ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 7.3.10.2 Preliminary steps Before enabling the second 3.5-inch HDD bay, perform the following steps: Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 167: Removing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Slide back the intrusion switch holder until it disengages from the HDD bay top cover (1). Ê Remove the intrusion switch holder (2) and set aside. Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 168: Removing the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (C) Ê Carefully fold up the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover to disengage it from the SAS backplane below (1). Ê Remove the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover from the chassis (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.10.4 Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel Figure 169: Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel (A) Ê Remove four screws from the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 170: Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel (B) Ê Pull up on the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel to disengage it from the chassis. Ê Remove the 4x 3.5-inch HDD front panel. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.10.5 Mounting the second 3.5-inch HDD backplane Figure 171: Adding HDD mounting rails Ê Add eight HDD mounting rails to the HDD bays and HDD bay top cover as shown (see arrows). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 172: 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane (A3C40125920) Figure 173: Mounting the second 4x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane Ê Fit the HDD backplane into the guide on the outer wall of the right HDD bay (see close-up) and lower it into the bottom rim.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.10.6 Installing the 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Figure 174: 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel (C26361-K644-B918) Figure 175: Installing the 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Locate the three hooks on the HDD front panel (see close-up and black numbers 1-3). Ê Locate the corresponding installation slots on the server front (see white numbers 1-3). Ê Fit the three hooks on the HDD front panel into the slots in the server front. Figure 176: Securing the 16x 2.5-inch HDD front panel Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.3.10.7 Mounting the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover Figure 177: Mounting the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (A) Ê At a slight angle, fit the HDD bay top cover under the front chassis rim (1). Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 178: Mounting the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (B) Ê Place the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover as shown (1). Ê Slide the intrusion switch holder under the front chassis rim as far as it will go (2).
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 179: Mounting the 3.5-inch HDD bay top cover (C) Ê Secure the HDD bay top cover to the chassis with five M3 x 4.5 mm screws (see blue arrows). Ê Secure the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover with one M3 x 4.5 mm screw (see orange arrow).
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Close the front cover and reinstall the ID card as described in section "Closing the server" on page 104. Ê Install HDD modules or HDD dummy modules into the additional HDD slots as described in sections "Installing a 3.5-inch HDD module"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.2 Installing the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 7.4.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the HDD extension box: ● –...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. 7.4.2.3 Removing accessible drive dummy covers Removing accessible drive filler covers Figure 186: Removing an accessible drive filler cover Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Removing accessible drive covers Figure 187: Removing an accessible drive covers Removing accessible drive covers is illustrated by the example of the tower server. In case of the rack front cover, the procedure is identical. Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.2.5 Installing the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Figure 188: Checking mounting bracket positions Ê Using a screw driver, bend the mounting brackets of the middle installation bay outwards (see close-up): Ê Bend up the upper two mounting brackets (see blue arrows). Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 189: Opening the accessible drive locking bar Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the accessible drive locking bar (1). Ê Fold up the accessible drive locking bar (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 190: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 191: Inserting the HDD extension box Ê Insert the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box into installation bays 2 and 3 and carefully push in until the front screw hole on the front panel frame lines up with the centering pin on the locking bar.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 192: Closing the accessible drive locking bar Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place (see close-up). When working on a rack-mounted server, proceed as follows: Figure 193: Closing the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.2.6 Cabling the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Connect SAS and power cables to the 2x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane as described in section "10x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling" on page 256.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê If BitLocker functionality is used and has been disabled before starting the maintenance task, re-enable BitLocker as described in section "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 156. 7.4.3 Removing the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 7.4.3.1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Pull out the ID card and open the front cover as described in section "Opening the server" on page Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 195: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 196: Removing the HDD extension box Ê Carefully pull the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box out of its installation bays. Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.3.4 Installing accessible drive dummy covers Installing accessible drive filler covers Figure 197: Installing an accessible drive filler cover Ê Hold the accessible drive filler cover (C26361-K644-C933) by its two handle recesses and insert it into the empty installation bays with the punched-out arrow symbol facing up (see close-up).
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Installing accessible drive covers Figure 198: Installing accessible drive covers Installing accessible drive covers is illustrated by the example of the tower server. In case of the rack front cover, the procedure is identical. Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.3.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.4 Replacing the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 7.4.4.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the HDD extension box: tool-less ●...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.4.3 Removing the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Unlock and pull the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box out of its installation bays as described in section "Removing the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box" on page 311.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Close the front cover and reinstall the ID card as described in section "Closing the server" on page 104. Ê Reinstall all hard disk drives into their original slots in the HDD extension box as described in section "Installing 3.5-inch HDD modules"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.5.2 Preliminary steps Before installing the HDD extension box, perform the following steps: Ê Disable BitLocker functionality as described in section "Disabling BitLocker functionality" on page 133. Ê Shut down the server as described in section "Shutting down the server"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.5.3 Removing accessible drive dummy covers Removing accessible drive filler covers Figure 199: Removing an accessible drive filler cover Ê Hold the accessible drive filler cover by its two handle recesses and pull it out of the desired installation bays.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Removing accessible drive covers Figure 200: Removing an accessible drive covers Removing accessible drive covers is illustrated by the example of the tower server. In case of the rack front cover, the procedure is identical. Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.5.5 Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Figure 201: Checking mounting bracket positions Ê Using a screw driver, bend the mounting brackets of the top and middle installation bays outwards: Ê Bend up the upper four mounting brackets (see blue arrows). Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 202: Opening the accessible drive locking bar Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the accessible drive locking bar (1). Ê Fold up the accessible drive locking bar (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 203: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 204: Inserting the HDD extension box Ê Insert the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box into installation bays 1 to 3 and carefully push in until the front screw hole on the front panel frame lines up with the centering pin on the locking bar.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 205: Closing the accessible drive locking bar Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place (see close-up). When working on a rack-mounted server, proceed as follows: Figure 206: Closing the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.5.6 Cabling the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Connect SAS and power cables to the 2x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane as described in section "12x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling" on page 259.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê If BitLocker functionality is used and has been disabled before starting the maintenance task, re-enable BitLocker as described in section "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 156. 7.4.6 Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 7.4.6.1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Pull out the ID card and open the front cover as described in section "Opening the server" on page Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Fold up the accessible drive locking bar (2). Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 208: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 209: Removing the HDD extension box Ê Carefully pull the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box out of its installation bays. Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.6.4 Installing accessible drive dummy covers Installing accessible drive filler covers Figure 210: Installing an accessible drive filler cover Ê Hold the accessible drive filler cover (C26361-K644-C933) by its two handle recesses and insert it into the empty installation bays with the punched-out arrow symbol facing up (see close-up).
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Installing accessible drive covers Figure 211: Installing accessible drive covers Installing accessible drive covers is illustrated by the example of the tower server. In case of the rack front cover, the procedure is identical. Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.6.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.7 Replacing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 7.4.7.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the HDD extension box: tool-less ●...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.7.3 Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Unlock and pull the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box out of its installation bays as described in section "Removing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box" on page 330.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack" on page 124. If the server has been completely removed from the rack for maintenance purposes, reinstall and secure it in the rack as described in section "Mounting the server in the rack"...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack" on page If further required, remove the server from the rack as described in section "Removing the server from the rack"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.8.3 Removing accessible drive dummy covers Removing accessible drive filler covers Figure 212: Removing an accessible drive filler cover Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Hold the accessible drive filler cover by its two handle recesses and pull it out of the desired installation bays. CAUTION! Always replace filler covers into unused drive bays to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.8.4 Installing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Figure 214: Checking mounting bracket positions Ê Using a screw driver, bend the mounting brackets of the middle installation bay outwards (see close-up): Ê Bend up the upper two mounting brackets (see blue arrows). Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 215: Opening the accessible drive locking bar Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the accessible drive locking bar (1). Ê Fold up the accessible drive locking bar (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 216: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 217: Inserting the HDD extension box Ê Insert the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box into installation bays 2 and 3 and carefully push in until the front screw hole on the front panel frame lines up with the centering pin on the locking bar.
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 218: Closing the accessible drive locking bar Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place (see close-up). When working on a rack-mounted server, proceed as follows: Figure 219: Closing the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.8.5 Cabling the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Connect SAS and power cables to the 8x 3.5-inch HDD SAS backplane as described in section "24x 2.5-inch HDD SAS backplane cabling" on page 200.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê If BitLocker functionality is used and has been disabled before starting the maintenance task, re-enable BitLocker as described in section "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 156. 7.4.9 Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 7.4.9.1...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Pull out the ID card and open the front cover as described in section "Opening the server" on page Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 221: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 222: Removing the HDD extension box Ê Carefully pull the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box out of its installation bays. Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.9.4 Installing accessible drive dummy covers Installing accessible drive filler covers Figure 223: Installing an accessible drive filler cover Ê Hold the accessible drive filler cover (C26361-K644-C933) by its two handle recesses and insert it into the empty installation bays with the punched-out arrow symbol facing up (see close-up).
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Installing accessible drive covers Figure 224: Installing accessible drive covers Installing accessible drive covers is illustrated by the example of the tower server. In case of the rack front cover, the procedure is identical. Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.9.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.10 Replacing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 7.4.10.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the HDD extension box: tool-less ●...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.4.10.3 Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Unlock and pull the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box out of its installation bays as described in section "Removing the 8x 2.5-inch HDD extension box" on page 349.
Hard disk drives / solid state drives SAS expander board 7.5.1 Installing the SAS expander board Field Replaceable Units (FRU) Average task duration: 10 minutes Average task duration including SAS expander spacer bolt: installation: 40 minutes 7.5.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ●...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover" on page 84 (tower server). Ê Pull out the ID card and open the front cover as described in section "Opening the server"...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 226: Installing SAS expander board spacer bolts (B) Ê Screw the four SAS expander board spacer bolts onto the mounting bolts as shown: Spacer bolts with shoulder screw caps Spacer bolt with screw thread Ê...
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Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Ensure that the four expander board spacer bolts have been installed in the chassis as described in section "Installing SAS expander board spacer bolts" on page 359. Ê Insert the SAS expander board into the chassis so that the three shoulder screw caps on the spacer bolts rest in the wide ends of the keyhole slots on the expander board (see close-up).
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.5.1.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.5.2 Removing the SAS expander board 7.5.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing the SAS expander board: tool-less ● 7.5.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing the SAS expander board, perform the following steps: Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives 7.5.2.3 Removing the SAS expander board Figure 230: Installing accessible drive covers Ê Loosen the captive knurled thumb screw on the SAS expander board (1). Ê Slide the expander board to the left as far as it will go (2). The shoulder screw caps on the expander board spacer bolts will rest in the wide ends of the keyhole slots on the spacer board (see close-up).
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Figure 231: Installing accessible drive covers Ê Remove the SAS expander board from the chassis Ê Change SAS cabling according to the new server configuration as described in sections "2.5-inch HDD / SSD configurations" on page 191 "3.5-inch HDD configurations"...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives If the server has been completely removed from the rack for maintenance purposes, reinstall and secure it in the rack as described in section "Mounting the server in the rack" on page 122. Ê...
Hard disk drives / solid state drives Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378.
Fans This chapter provides information on how to replace system fan modules and fan holders. Safety notes CAUTION! Do not damage or modify internal cables or devices. Doing so may ● cause a device failure, fire, or electric shock. Devices and components inside the server remain hot after ●...
Fans Basic information Figure 232: Fan module A3C40133739 – The PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server contains four hot-pluggable system fan modules. – Two optional hot-pluggable rear fan modules can be added to the system for fan redundancy. – An air duct bridging the system and rear fan holders directs the airflow directly onto the CPU heat sinks and memory slots.
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Fans Fan numbering Refer to the below figure for the fan numbering scheme in ServerView Operations Manager: Figure 233: Fan numbering Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Fans System fans 8.2.1 Replacing system fan modules Customer Replaceable Units (CRU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 8.2.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing the fan module: tool-less ● 8.2.1.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing a system fan module, perform the following steps: Ê...
Fans 8.2.1.3 Removing system fan modules CAUTION! Do not remove the air duct in order to replace fan modules! In the below figures, the air duct has only been removed for illustration purposes. Figure 234: Removing a system fan module (A) Ê...
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Fans Figure 235: Removing a system fan module (B) Ê Lift the fan module out of its bay in the system fan holder. Ê Install the new fan module immediately as described in section "Installing system fan modules" on page 375.
Fans 8.2.1.4 Installing system fan modules Figure 236: Installing a system fan module (A) Ê Fit the new fan module into its bay in the system fan holder as shown with its label facing the server rear. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Fans Figure 237: Installing a system fan module (B) Ê Gently press down on the fan module until it locks in place. Ê Ensure that the connector on the fan module properly engages with the fan connector on the system board (see close-up). Ê...
Fans 8.2.1.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover" on page 114 (tower server).
Fans Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack" on page If further required, remove the server from the rack as described in section "Removing the server from the rack"...
Fans Figure 239: Removing the system fan holder (B) Ê Lift up the system fan holder and remove it from the chassis. 8.2.2.4 Installing the system fan holder Figure 240: Mounting the system fan holder (A) Ê Insert the system fan holder into its two guides. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Fans Figure 241: Mounting the system fan holder (B) Ê Carefully lower the fan holder into the chassis (1) until the two locking tabs (2, see close-ups) engage. Ê Ensure that the connectors on the fan modules properly engage with the fan connectors on the system board.
Fans Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack" on page 124. If the server has been completely removed from the rack for maintenance purposes, reinstall and secure it in the rack as described in section "Mounting the server in the rack"...
Fans 8.3.1.2 Preliminary steps Before installing a rear fan module, perform the following steps: Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack" on page If further required, remove the server from the rack as described in section "Removing the server from the rack"...
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Fans Figure 242: Installing a rear fan module (A) Ê Fit the first fan module into its bay in the rear fan holder as shown with its label facing the server rear. Ê Gently press down on the fan module until it locks in place (1). Ê...
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Fans Figure 243: Installing a rear fan module (B) Ê Install the second rear fan module accordingly, with its label facing the server rear (1). Ê Ensure that the connector on the fan module properly engages with the fan connector on the system board (2). Ê...
Fans 8.3.1.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover" on page 114 (tower server).
Fans 8.3.2.3 Removing a rear fan module CAUTION! Do not remove the air duct in order to remove fan modules! In the below figures, the air duct has only been removed for illustration purposes. Figure 244: Removing a rear fan module (A) Ê...
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Fans Figure 245: Removing a rear fan module (B) Ê Lift the fan module out of its bay in the system fan holder. Ê Install the new fan module immediately as described in section "Installing a rear fan module" on page 382.
Fans Figure 246: Removing a rear fan module (B) Ê Before replacing the rear fan holder, remove the second rear fan module accordingly. 8.3.2.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
Fans 8.3.3 Replacing rear fan modules Customer Replaceable Units (CRU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 8.3.3.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing the fan module: tool-less ● 8.3.3.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing a rear fan module, perform the following steps: Ê...
Fans 8.3.3.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover" on page 114 (tower server).
Fans Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê If applicable, remove all rear fan modules as described in section "Removing rear fan modules" on page 385. 8.3.4.3 Removing the rear fan holder Figure 247: Removing the rear fan holder (A) Ê...
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Fans Figure 248: Removing the rear fan holder (B) Ê Lift up and disengage the rear fan holder. Ê Ensure that the four hooks on the fan holder rest in the wide ends of the keyhole slots on the server rear (see close-up). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Fans Figure 250: Installing the rear fan holder (B) Ê Ensure that the new rear fan holder is properly seated in the chassis (1) and that the latch on the locking lever (2) has properly engaged in the slot on the server rear.
Fans 8.3.4.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê In case of redundant fan configurations, reinstall all rear fan modules as described in section "Installing rear fan modules" on page 381. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Expansion cards and backup units This chapter provides information on how to install, remove or replace expansion cards and backup units. Safety notes CAUTION! Do not damage or modify internal cables or devices. Doing so may ● cause a device failure, fire, or electric shock. Devices and components inside the server remain hot after ●...
Expansion cards and backup units In this chapter "Expansion cards in PCI slots 2-7" on page 401 ● "Modular LAN controller in PCI slot 1" on page 419 ● "GPGPU cards in PCI slots 6 and 8" on page 442 ●...
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Expansion cards and backup units Mechanical Electrical PCI slot Type Function connector interface preferred slot for Modular PCIe Gen 3 LAN controller (with NCSI connector) PCIe Gen 3 preferred slot for SAS RAID PCIe Gen 3 controllers PCIe Gen 3 PCIe Gen 2 available only with CPU 2 preferred slot for secondary...
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Expansion cards and backup units Expansion card overview Slot number priority Expansion card Card Max. Slot Slot Slot Slot Slot Slot Slot Slot Slot Slot Type Model Order Nvidia NVS300 Misc Nvidia C2075 (GPU card) D2616 (Cougar 2) (S26361-F3554, LSI SAS 2108) D3116 (Cougar 3) SAS / RAID (S26361-F2669-E1)
Expansion cards and backup units For the latest information on supported expansion cards, refer your server’s hardware configurator available online at the following address: for the EMEA market: http://ts.fujitsu.com/products/standard_servers/tower/primergy_tx300s7.html for the Japanese market: http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/system/ Expansion cards in PCI slots 2-7 9.2.1...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.1.2 Preliminary steps Before installing an expansion card, perform the following steps: Ê Disable BitLocker functionality as described in section "Disabling BitLocker functionality" on page 133. Ê Disable boot watchdog functionality as described in section "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.1.3 Preparing the expansion card CAUTION! In order to satisfy cooling requirements, ensure to use a perforated full height slot bracket (C26192-Y35-C20). Figure 253: Mounting the PCI slot bracket (A) Ê Place the controller on the mounting tabs on the slot bracket. Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 254: Mounting the PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Secure the slot bracket to the controller with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.1.4 Removing PCI slot bracket Figure 255: Removing the PCI slot bracket (A) Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the PCI slot bracket locking bar (1, see close-up). Ê Fold up (2) and remove (3) the PCI slot bracket locking bar. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 256: Removing the PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Remove the slot bracket. CAUTION! Keep the slot bracket for further use. Always replace slot brackets into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.1.5 Installing an expansion card Ê Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging. For further instructions regarding controller settings, please refer to the accompanying documentation. Ê If applicable, attach the required slot bracket to the expansion card as described in section "Preparing the expansion card"...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 258: Securing the expansion card Ê Insert (1) and close the locking bar (2) until the latch locks in place (see close-up). Ê If applicable, install SFP+ transceiver modules into the new expansion card, as described in section "Installing SFP+ transceiver modules"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.1.8 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.2 Removing expansion cards Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 9.2.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing expansion cards: tool-less ● 9.2.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing an expansion card, perform the following steps: Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.2.3 Removing an expansion card Figure 259: Removing an expansion card (A) Ê If applicable, remove SFP+ transceiver modules from the expansion card, as described in section "Replacing SFP+ transceiver modules" on page 528. Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the PCI slot bracket locking bar (1, see close-up).
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 260: Removing an expansion card (B) Ê Carefully pull up on the expansion card in a vertical motion and remove it from its slot. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.2.4 Installing a PCI slot bracket CAUTION! Always replace slot brackets into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. Figure 261: Installing a PCI slot bracket (A) Ê Insert a PCI slot bracket into the unused PCI slot opening. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 262: Installing a PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Clip on the PCI slot bracket clamp (1). Ê Fold down the locking handle on the PCI slot bracket clamp until it locks in place (2). 9.2.2.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task:...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Reconnect the AC power cords to the power supply units and secure them with PSU cable brackets as described in section "Connecting the server to the mains" on page 125. Ê If BitLocker functionality is used and has been disabled before starting the maintenance task, re-enable BitLocker as described in section "Enabling BitLocker functionality"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.3.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing an expansion card, perform the following steps: Ê If applicable, ensure to note down your current network settings in the operating system. For further information, please refer to section "Note on network settings recovery"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.3.3 Removing an expansion card Ê If applicable, remove SFP+ transceiver modules from the expansion card to be removed, as described in section "Replacing SFP+ transceiver modules" on page 528. Ê Remove the defective expansion card as described in section "Removing expansion cards"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.2.3.7 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê If applicable, reconfigure your network settings in the operation system according to the original configuration of the replaced controller (expansion card or onboard). Configuration of network settings should be performed by the customer. For further information, please refer to section "Note on network settings recovery"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.1 Installing the Modular LAN controller Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average hardware task duration: 5 minutes Average software task duration: 5 minutes 9.3.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the Modular LAN controller: tool-less ●...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover" on page 84 (tower server). Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct"...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 265: Mounting the PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Secure the slot bracket to the controller with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Connecting the NCSI sideband cable to the Modular LAN controller Connecting the NCSI sideband cable is only necessary in order to use the Modular LAN controller as a shared LAN interface, that allows both, management and dedicated LAN connections.
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 267: Connecting the NCSI sideband cable to the Modular LAN controller Ê Connect the NCSI sideband cable to the Modular LAN controller: Connector Cable 20-pin connector NCSI sideband cable T26139-Y4015-V101 For a complete cabling overview, please refer to section "Cabling overviews"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.1.4 Removing PCI slot bracket Figure 268: Removing the PCI slot bracket (A) Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the PCI slot bracket locking bar (1, see close-up). Ê Fold up (2) and remove (3) the PCI slot bracket locking bar. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 269: Removing the PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Remove the slot bracket. CAUTION! Keep the slot bracket for further use. Always replace slot brackets into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.1.5 Installing the Modular LAN controller Ê Remove the Modular LAN controller from its protective packaging. For further instructions regarding controller settings, please refer to the accompanying documentation. Ê If applicable, attach the enclosed full height slot bracket to the Modular LAN controller as described in section "Preparing the Modular LAN controller"...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 271: Securing the Modular LAN controller Ê Insert (1) and close the locking bar (2) until the latch locks in place (see close-up). Ê If applicable, install SFP+ transceiver modules into the Modular LAN controller, as described in section "Installing SFP+ transceiver modules"...
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Expansion cards and backup units Connecting the NCSI sideband cable to the system board Connecting the NCSI sideband cable is only necessary in order to use the Modular LAN controller as a shared LAN interface, that allows both, management and dedicated LAN connections. If the Modular LAN controller is to be used for dedicated network connections only, please skip this section.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.1.6 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
For detailed information on how to access the BIOS and modify settings, refer to the "System Board D2949 BIOS Setup Utility" reference manual. The document is available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.2 Removing the Modular LAN controller Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 9.3.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing expansion cards: tool-less ● 9.3.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing a Modular LAN controller, perform the following steps: Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.2.3 Removing the Modular LAN controller Figure 273: Detaching the Modular LAN controller Ê If applicable, remove SFP+ transceiver modules from the Modular LAN controller, as described in section "Replacing SFP+ transceiver modules" on page 528.
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 274: Disconnecting the NCSI sideband cable Ê Disconnect the NCSI sideband cable from the system board. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 275: Removing the Modular LAN controller Ê Carefully pull up on the Modular LAN controller in a vertical motion and remove it from its slot. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.2.4 Installing a PCI slot bracket CAUTION! Always replace slot brackets into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements. Figure 276: Installing a PCI slot bracket (A) Ê Insert a PCI slot bracket into the unused PCI slot opening. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 277: Installing a PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Clip on the PCI slot bracket clamp (1). Ê Fold down the locking handle on the PCI slot bracket clamp until it locks in place (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.2.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.3 Replacing the Modular LAN controller Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average hardware task duration: 5 minutes Average software task duration: 5 minutes Note on network settings recovery When replacing network controllers or the system board, network configuration settings in the operating system will be lost and replaced by default values.
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Locate the defective server as described in section "Locating the defective server" on page Ê Shut down the defective server as described in section "Shutting down the server" on page Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.3.3.4 Installing the Modular LAN controller Ê If applicable, install a slot bracket on the new Modular LAN controller as described in section "Preparing the Modular LAN controller" on page 421. Ê Install the new Modular LAN controller as described in section "Installing the Modular LAN controller"...
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Expansion cards and backup units Ê Enable boot watchdog functionality as described in section "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 150. Ê If BitLocker functionality is used and has been disabled before starting the maintenance task, re-enable BitLocker as described in section "Enabling BitLocker functionality"...
"PRIMERGY GPGPU Graphic Card - NVIDIA C2075" user manual and installation guide. Both manuals are available from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server or online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (EMEA market) or http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ (Japanese market) Figure 278: GPGPU card NVIDIA C2075 (S26361-F2856-E997)
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.1 Installing a GPGPU card Field Replaceable Units (FRU) Average hardware task duration: 10 minutes Average hardware task duration including GPGPU power cable installation: 40 minutes 9.4.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing a GPGPU card ●...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover" on page 84 (tower server). Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct"...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 280: Connecting GPGPU power cables to the power backplane Ê Connect the GPGPU power cables to the power backplane: Connector Cable GPGPU card power cable T26139-Y3946-V701 Ê Mount the system board carrier as described in section "Installing the system board carrier"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.1.4 Removing PCI slot brackets Figure 281: Removing the PCI slot bracket (A) Ensure that the GPGPU card power cables have been connected to the power backplane as described in section "Connecting GPGPU card power cables to the power backplane" on page 444.
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 282: Removing the PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Remove the slot brackets from expansion slots 7 and 8. If two GPGPU cards are to be installed, also remove the slot brackets from expansion slots 5 and 6. CAUTION! Keep the slot bracket for further use.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.1.5 Preparing PCI slot openings Figure 283: Preparing PCI slot openings Ê Using a pair of flat nose pliers, press in the guiding ridges between PCI slot openings 7 / 8 (1, GPGPU card 1) and 5 / 6 (2, GPGPU card 2). Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.1.6 Installing the GPGPU card mounting bracket Figure 284: Disconnecting the system power cable Ê Disconnect the system power cable (T26139-Y3758-V9) from the system board. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 285: Installing the GPGPU mounting bracket (A) Ê Hook in the GPU card mounting bracket under the upper rim of the side chassis wall as shown. Figure 286: Installing the GPGPU mounting bracket (B) Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 287: Installing the GPGPU mounting bracket (C) Ê Slide the GPU card bracket towards the server front as far as it will go. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 288: Reconnecting the system power cable Ê Reconnect the system power cable to the system board: Connector Cable System power cable T26139-Y3758-V9 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
For further instructions regarding controller settings, please refer to the "PRIMERGY GPGPU Graphic Card - NVIDIA C2075" user manual and installation guide. Both manuals are available from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server or online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (EMEA market) or (Japanese http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ market).
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 290: Securing the GPGPU card (A) Ê Slide the GPGPU card mounting bracket towards the server rear until it touches the GPU card (1). Ê Secure the GPGPU card to the mounting bracket with one M3 x 4.5 mm screw (2).
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 291: Securing the GPGPU card (B) Ê Secure the GPGPU card mounting bracket on the chassis wall with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 292: Cabling the GPGPU card Ê Connect the white connector (8 pins) of the GPU card power cable to the GPGPU card. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 293: Installing the secondary GPGPU card Ê If applicable, insert the second GPGPU card into PCI slot 6 and press down firmly until it is fully seated in the slot (1). Ê Secure and cable the second GPGPU card accordingly (2 and 3). For easier access to the securing screw, remove the system fan holder first (see section "Removing the system fan holder"...
Expansion cards and backup units If the server has been completely removed from the rack for maintenance purposes, reinstall and secure it in the rack as described in section "Mounting the server in the rack" on page 122. Ê Reconnect all external cables to the replaced expansion card. Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Ê Check the log file for the following entries: – Log file creation has been completed successfully and you have been returned to the command prompt: – The value next to Attached GPUs matches the actual number of installed GPGPU cards (1) and the Product Name is Tesla C2075 (3): Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units – The number of ECC Errors (4) has not greatly increased (beyond 100) during a number of hours. In order to reset the ECC error counter, enter the following command: nvidia-smi [-p/-v] -g <GPUID> Ê If one or more of the above conditions is not fulfilled, although sufficient power supply has been assured as described in section "Checking GPGPU operation"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.1.10 Checking GPGPU operation Ê Switch on the server as described in section "Switching on the server" on page 131. Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.2 Removing a GPGPU card Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 9.4.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing a GPGPU card ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 9.4.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing an expansion card, perform the following steps:...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.2.3 Removing a GPGPU card Figure 295: Detaching a GPGPU card (A) Ê Disconnect the GPGPU power cable from the GPGPU card (1). If the cables are no longer used, either disconnect them from the power backplane as described in section "Removing the power backplane"...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 296: Detaching a GPGPU card (B) Ê Remove the two retaining screws from the GPGPU mounting bracket (1). Ê Slide the mounting bracket away from the GPGPU (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 297: Removing a GPGPU card Ê Press out on the locking latch located on the PCI slot under the GPGPU card (1). In order to reach the locking latch more easily, it is recommended to remove memory modules in channels G and H.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.2.4 Removing the GPGPU card mounting bracket If the GPGPU card is not replaced by a new GPGPU card, remove the GPGPU card mounting bracket from the chassis. Figure 298: Disconnecting the system power cable Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 299: Removing the GPU card bracket (A) Ê Slide the GPU card bracket towards the server rear as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 300: Removing the GPU card bracket (B) Ê Fold out the GPU card mounting bracket. Figure 301: Removing the GPU card bracket (C) Ê Remove the GPU card mounting bracket. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 302: Reconnecting the system power cable Ê Reconnect the system power cable to the system board: Connector Cable System power cable T26139-Y3758-V9 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.2.5 Installing PCI slot brackets If the GPGPU card is not replaced by a new GPGPU card, reinstall PCI slot brackets and the PCI slot mounting bar. CAUTION! Always replace slot brackets into unused PCI slot openings to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 304: Installing a PCI slot bracket (B) Ê Clip on the PCI slot bracket clamp (1). Ê Fold down the locking handle on the PCI slot bracket clamp until it locks in place (2, see close-up). 9.4.2.6 Handling GPGPU cables Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.2.7 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.3.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing an expansion card, perform the following steps: Ê Disable BitLocker functionality as described in section "Disabling BitLocker functionality" on page 133. Ê Disable boot watchdog functionality as described in section "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.4.3.3 Removing the defective GPGPU card Ê Remove the defective GPGPU card as described in section "Removing a GPGPU card" on page 462. 9.4.3.4 Installing the new GPGPU card Ê Install the new expansion card as described in section "Installing a GPGPU card"...
Expansion cards and backup units SAS RAID controller in PCI slot 10 9.5.1 Installing the SAS RAID controller Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average hardware task duration: 10 minutes Average software task duration: 5 minutes 9.5.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ●...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack" on page If further required, remove the server from the rack as described in section "Removing the server from the rack"...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 306: Installing the RAID card holder Ê Place the controller on the mounting tabs on the slot bracket (1). Ê Secure the slot bracket to the controller with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws (2). 9.5.1.4 Installing the SAS RAID controller Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 307: Installing the SAS RAID controller Ê Carefully insert the RAID controller into PCI slot 10 and press down firmly until it is fully seated in the slot. For slot preferences, please refer to section "Basic information"...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 308: Securing the SAS RAID controller Ê Secure the RAID controller with the captive screw on the RAID card holder. 9.5.1.5 Connecting cables to the expansion card Ê Connect SAS cables to the SAS RAID controller. For a complete cabling overview, please refer to section "Cabling overviews"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.1.7 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.2 Removing the SAS RAID controller Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 9.5.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing expansion cards: ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver 9.5.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing an the SAS RAID controller, perform the following steps:...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.2.3 Removing the SAS RAID controller Figure 309: Removing the SAS RAID controller (A) Ê Loosen the captive screw on the RAID card holder. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 310: Removing the SAS RAID controller (B) Ê Carefully pull up on the SAS RAID controller in a vertical motion and remove it from its slot. 9.5.2.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê If BitLocker functionality is used and has been disabled before starting the maintenance task, re-enable BitLocker as described in section "Enabling BitLocker functionality" on page 156. 9.5.3 Replacing the SAS RAID controller Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average hardware task duration: 10 minutes Average software task duration: 5 minutes 9.5.3.1...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains" on page Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.5.3.6 Connecting a backup unit to the expansion card Ê If applicable, connect a BBU or FBU to the expansion card as described in sections "Installing a BBU" on page 488 "Installing an FBU" on page 496.
The Battery Backup Unit (BBU) or Flash Backup Unit (FBU) backs up the memory contents of the connected SAS RAID controller in the event of a power failure. The PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server can accommodate up to three backup units.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.2 Installing a BBU Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes CAUTION! For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important information" on page 9.6.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ●...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. 9.6.2.3 Preparing the BBU Figure 312: Connecting the BBU cable Ê Connect the BBU cable (T26139-Y3987-V2) to the BBU board (Lx-25343- xxx, BBU08) as shown.
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 313: Installing the BBU in the BBU holder Ê At a slight angle, fit the BBU under the right retaining bracket on the BBU holder (1). Ê Fold down the BBU until it locks in place (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.2.4 Installing the BBU holder into the chassis Figure 314: Mounting the BBU holder (A) Note the positions of the fixation bolts on the chassis floor (A-C) and corresponding keyhole slots on the BBU holder. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 315: Mounting the BBU holder (B) Ê Insert the BBU holder into the chassis so that the three fixation bolts on the chassis floor rest in the wide ends of the keyhole slots on the holder. Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 316: Connecting the BBU cable to the controller Ê For easier access to the BBU connector, temporarily remove the SAS RAID controller from its slot as described in sections "Removing the SAS RAID controller" on page 481 "Removing expansion cards"...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 317: Routing the BBU cable Ê Run the BBU cable through the cable guide (G) and along the drive bays as shown. 9.6.2.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder"...
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Ê If the BBU status does not change after 8 hours, please try to initiate the recalibration process manually using the ServerView RAID Manager. If this procedure still does not fix the BBU status, please contact your local Fujitsu customer service partner. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.3 Installing an FBU Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes CAUTION! For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important information" on page 9.6.3.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ●...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. 9.6.3.3 Preparing the SAS RAID controller Figure 318: SAS RAID controller and TFM module kit SAS RAID controller D3116 TFM module kit including three pre-assembled spacer bolts and six screws (A3C40137316 / LSZ:L3-25419-01) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 319: Mounting the TFM module kit (A) Ê Fit the spacer bolts on the TFM module on SAS RAID controller D3116. Figure 320: Mounting the TFM module kit (B) Ê Secure the TFM module on the controller with the three screws from the TFM module kit.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.3.4 Preparing the FBU Figure 321: Installing the FBU in the FBU holder (A) Ê At a slight angle, fit the FBU (A3C40137317) under both retaining brackets of the FBU holder (C26361-K644-C970) as shown. Ê Push in the FBU until it locks in place. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 322: Installing the FBU in the FBU holder (B) Ê Ensure that the FBU is properly seated in the FBU holder as shown. Figure 323: Connecting the FBU adapter cable to the FBU Ê Connect the cable end on the FBU module to the FBU adapter cable (T26139-Y4032-V1) as shown.
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.3.5 Installing the FBU holder into the chassis Figure 324: Mounting the FBU holder (A) Note the positions of the fixation bolts on the chassis floor (A-C) and corresponding keyhole slots on the FBU holder. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 325: Mounting the FBU holder (B) Ê Insert the FBU holder into the chassis so that the three fixation bolts on the chassis floor rest in the wide ends of the keyhole slots on the holder. Ê...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 326: Connecting the FBU cable to the controller Ê For easier access to the FBU connector, temporarily remove the SAS RAID controller from its slot as described in sections "Removing the SAS RAID controller" on page 481 "Removing expansion cards"...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 327: Routing the FBU cable Ê Run the FBU cable through the cable guide (G) and along the drive bays as shown. 9.6.3.6 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder"...
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Expansion cards and backup units Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack" on page 124. If the server has been completely removed from the rack for maintenance purposes, reinstall and secure it in the rack as described in section "Mounting the server in the rack"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.4 Removing a BBU Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes CAUTION! Do not throw battery backup units into the trash can. Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. 9.6.4.3 Removing the BBU holder from the chassis Figure 328: Removing the BBU holder from the chassis Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.4.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.5.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing a BBU: tool-less ● 9.6.5.2 Preliminary steps Before removing an FBU, perform the following steps: Ê Locate the defective server as described in section "Locating the defective server"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.5.3 Removing the FBU holder from the chassis Figure 329: Removing the FBU holder from the chassis Ê Carefully disconnect the FBU cable from the RAID controller. Ê Remove the FBU cable from the cable guide. Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.5.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.6.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing a BBU: tool-less ● 9.6.6.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing a BBU, perform the following steps: Ê Disable boot watchdog functionality as described in section "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.6.4 Removing the BBU from the BBU holder Figure 330: Removing the BBU from the BBU holder (A) Ê Press out on the right retaining bracket on the BBU holder to disengage the locking mechanism while pulling up on the BBU. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 331: Removing the BBU from the BBU holder (B) Ê Fold up the BBU (1) and at a slight angle remove it from the BBU holder (2). Figure 332: Disconnecting the BBU cable from the BBU Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.6.5 Installing a new BBU module Ê Install the new BBU into the BBU holder as described in section "Preparing the BBU" on page 489. Ê Install the BBU holder into the chassis as described in section "Installing the BBU holder into the chassis"...
Ê If the BBU status does not change after 8 hours, please try to initiate the recalibration process manually using the ServerView RAID Manager. If this procedure still does not fix the BBU status, please contact your local Fujitsu customer service partner. 9.6.7 Replacing an FBU...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.7.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing an FBU: tool-less ● 9.6.7.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing an FBU, perform the following steps: Ê Disable boot watchdog functionality as described in section "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.7.4 Removing the FBU from the FBU holder Figure 333: Disconnecting the FBU adapter cable from the FBU Ê Press down on the locking latch on the FPU cable (see close-up) and disconnect the FBU adapter cable. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units Figure 334: Removing the FBU from the FBU holder Ê At a slight angle, slide the FBU from under the retaining brackets of the FBU holder and remove it. 9.6.7.5 Installing a new FBU module Ê...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.6.7.6 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Expansion cards and backup units Handling SFP+ transceiver modules For Fiber Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) configurations, the Ethernet server adapter is equipped with one or two SFP+ (small form-factor pluggable) transceiver modules. 9.7.1 Installing SFP+ transceiver modules Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less...
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Expansion cards and backup units Ê Remove the SFP+ transceiver module from its protective packaging. Ê Remove the optical port plug from the new / additional SFP+ transceiver module. CAUTION! – Always keep the protective port plugs attached to the transceiver optical bores and fiber-optic cable connectors until you are ready to make a connection.
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Expansion cards and backup units Inserting the SFP+ transceiver module Figure 337: Inserting the SFP+ transceiver module Ê Insert and slide the SFP+ transceiver module into the socket connector as far as it will go. If only one slot is equipped with a SFP+ transceiver module, use the primary right connector as shown.
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 338: Latching the locking bail Ê Carefully fold up and latch the locking bail. Figure 339: Attaching the protective optical port plug Ê If the SFP+ transceiver module is not immediately connected to an LC connector, attach the protective optical port plug to the transceiver optical bores.
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Expansion cards and backup units Installing the secondary SFP+ transceiver module Figure 340: Installing the secondary SFP+ transceiver module Ê If applicable, install the secondary SFP+ transceiver module accordingly. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units 9.7.2 Removing an SFP+ transceiver module Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes For Fiber Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) configurations, the ethernet server adapter is equipped with one or two SFP+ (small form-factor pluggable) transceiver modules.
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Expansion cards and backup units Figure 342: Unlatching the locking bail Ê Carefully unlatch and fold down the locking bail on the SFP+ transceiver module to eject the transceiver from the socket connector. Figure 343: Removing the SFP+ transceiver Ê Pull the SFP+ transceiver module out of its socket connector. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Expansion cards and backup units Ê Reattach the protective optical port plug to the transceiver optical bores. Place the removed SFP+ transceiver module in an antistatic bag or other protective environment. 9.7.3 Replacing SFP+ transceiver modules Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes For Fiber Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) configurations, the ethernet server adapter is equipped with one or two SFP+ (small form-factor pluggable)
Main memory This section provides information on how to install, remove or replace memory modules. Safety notes CAUTION! Do not install unsupported third party memory modules. For further ● information on supported memory modules, refer to section "Basic information" on page 530.
Main memory 10.1 Basic information – The system board is equipped with 24 memory connectors (12 connectors per CPU). – In mono processor configurations only 12 memory connectors are usable. – The system has to be equipped with at least one memory module per processor.
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Main memory – If memory modules with different capacities are used: – Populate modules with higher capacities first. – Within a channel, populate modules in descending order of capacity. – If memory modules with different speeds are used, the lowest clock rate applies for all DIMMs.
Main memory Notes on Independant Channel mode – Configurations marked in grey are only possible with registered DIMMs (RDIMMS and LR-DIMMs) 10.1.1.3 Mirrored Channel and Performance modes Channel DIMM 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G Notes on Mirrored Channel and Performance modes...
Main memory 10.1.1.4 Rank Sparing mode Single-/Dual-Rank RDIMMs Channel DIMM 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G # DIMMs Dual CPU configuration (if all modules are of the same capacity) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Main memory 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G DIMM DIMM Dual CPU configuration Dual CPU configuration (if modules are of different capacities) (if modules are of different capacities) For detailed population rules, refer to section "Notes on Rank Sparing mode"...
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Main memory Quad-Rank RDIMMs Channel DIMM 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G # DIMMs Dual CPU configuration (if all modules are of the same capacity) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Main memory 1A 2A 1B 2B 1D 2D 1C 2C 1E 2E 1F 2F 1H 2H 1G 2G DIMM DIMM Dual CPU configuration Dual CPU configuration (if modules are of different capacities) (if modules are of different capacities) Notes on Rank Sparing mode –...
Main memory – In order to satisfy cooling requirements, populate memory channels on alternating sides of the processor: Order CPU 1 CPU 2 Channel A Channel E Channel C Channel G Channel B Channel F Channel D Channel H 10.2 Installing memory modules Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes...
Main memory Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack" on page If further required, remove the server from the rack as described in section "Removing the server from the rack"...
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Main memory Figure 346: Installing memory modules (B) Ê Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector (see close-up). Figure 347: Installing memory modules (C) Ê Press down on the memory module until the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module.
Main memory 10.2.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
Main memory 10.3 Removing memory modules Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 10.3.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing memory modules: tool-less ● 10.3.2 Preliminary steps Before removing a memory module, perform the following steps: Ê...
Main memory Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover" on page 84 (tower server). Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct"...
Main memory Figure 349: Removing memory modules (B) Ê Remove the ejected memory module. 10.3.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê...
Main memory Ê If available, update the system board BIOS to the latest version as described in section "Updating or recovering the system board BIOS and iRMC" on page 139. Ê Enable boot watchdog functionality as described in section "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...
Main memory Ê Shut down the defective server as described in section "Shutting down the server" on page Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains"...
Main memory 10.4.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
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Processors This section provides information on how to install, remove and replace processors and processor heat sinks. Safety notes CAUTION! Do not install unsupported processors. For further information on ● supported processors, refer to section "Basic information" on page 550. Circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed and ●...
Processors 11.1 Basic information The system board D2949 offers two sockets for Intel Xeon processors. 11.1.1 Supported processors – Intel Xeon E5-2600 processor series CPUs – Socket type: LGA 2011 package – Thermal Design Power (TDP) class: up to 135 W 11.1.2 Processor locations CPU 2 CPU 1...
Processors 11.2 Installing processors Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average hardware task duration: 15 minutes Average software task duration: 5 minutes CAUTION! Processors are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must be handled with care. After a processor has been removed from its protective sleeve or from its socket, place it upside down on a nonconducting, antistatic surface.
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Processors Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains" on page Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack"...
Processors 11.2.3 Installing a processor This description applies to the following procedures: – Installing the second CPU in a mono-processor configuration – Transferring a CPU after replacing the system board (see section "Swapping processors" on page 807) Figure 351: Opening socket release lever 1 Ê...
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Processors Figure 352: Opening socket release lever 2 Ê Unlatch the socket release lever marked Close 1st by pushing it down and away from the socket (1). Ê Fully fold back the second socket release lever (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 353: Opening the load plate (A) Ê Push down on the first socket release lever (1) to lift the load plate away from the socket (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 354: Opening the load plate (B) Ê Fully open the load plate. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch or bend the spring contacts on the processor socket! Ê Make sure that the load plate is in the fully open position. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 355: Installing the processor Ê Hold the processor with your thumb and index finger. Ê Make sure that the four notches on the processor align with the posts on the socket (see close-up). Ê Lower the processor straight down without tilting or sliding it in the socket. CAUTION! –...
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Processors Figure 356: Closing the load plate Ê Carefully lower the load plate over the processor. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 357: Removing the protective socket cover Ê When closing the load plate, the protective socket cover will automatically detach. Ê Remove the socket cover and save it for future use. CAUTION! Always replace the socket cover if you remove the processor from the socket! Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 358: Closing socket release lever 2 Ê Fully close and hold shut the load plate. Ê Close the socket release lever marked Close 1st (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab to lock down the load plate (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Processors Figure 359: Closing socket release lever 1 Ê Close the socket release lever marked Open 1st (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab (2). Ê If applicable, install the second processor accordingly. 11.2.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê...
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Processors Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack" on page 124. If the server has been completely removed from the rack for maintenance purposes, reinstall and secure it in the rack as described in section "Mounting the server in the rack"...
Processors 11.3 Removing processors Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average hardware task duration: 15 minutes Average software task duration: 5 minutes CAUTION! Processors are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must be handled with care. After a processor has been removed from its protective sleeve or from its socket, place it upside down on a nonconducting, antistatic surface.
Processors Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains" on page Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack"...
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Processors Figure 360: Opening socket release lever 1 Ê Unlatch the socket release lever marked Open 1st by pushing it down and away from the socket (1). Ê The socket release lever will slightly lift up (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 361: Opening socket release lever 2 Ê Unlatch the socket release lever marked Close 1st by pushing it down and away from the socket (1). Ê Fully fold back the second socket release lever (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 362: Opening the load plate (A) Ê Push down on the socket release lever marked Open 1st (1) to lift the load plate away from the socket (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 363: Opening the load plate (B) Ê Fully open the load plate. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 364: Removing the processor Ê Carefully remove the defective processor from its socket in a vertical motion. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch or bend the spring contacts on the processor socket. Ê Thoroughly clean residual thermal paste from the processor surface using a lint-free cloth.
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Processors Ê Store the processor in a save place for later reuse. CAUTION! Processors are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must be handled with care. After a processor has been removed from its protective sleeve or from its socket, place it upside down on a nonconducting, antistatic surface.
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Processors Figure 366: Attaching the protective socket cover (A) Ê Carefully lower the protective socket cover onto the CPU socket in a vertical motion until it snaps in place. CAUTION! Always replace the socket cover if you remove the processor from the socket! Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 367: Attaching the protective socket cover (B) Ê Ensure that the protective socket cover is properly installed on the socket as shown above. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 368: Closing socket release lever 2 Ê Fully close and hold shut the load plate. Ê Close the socket release lever marked Close 1st (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab to lock down the load plate (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Processors Figure 369: Closing socket release lever 1 Ê Close the socket release lever marked Open 1st (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab (2). 11.3.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Processors Ê Reconnect the AC power cords to the power supply units and secure them with PSU cable brackets as described in section "Connecting the server to the mains" on page 125. Ê If available, update the system board BIOS and the iRMC to the latest version as described in section "Updating or recovering the system board BIOS and iRMC"...
Processors 11.4.2 Preliminary steps Before upgrading or replacing the processor, perform the following steps: Ê Disable BitLocker functionality as described in section "Disabling BitLocker functionality" on page 133. Ê Disable boot watchdog functionality as described in section "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality" on page 134.
Processors 11.4.3 Upgrading or replacing a processor 11.4.3.1 Removing the processor Figure 370: Opening socket release lever 1 Ê Unlatch the socket release lever marked Open 1st by pushing it down and away from the socket (1). Ê The socket release lever will slightly lift up (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 371: Opening socket release lever 2 Ê Unlatch the socket release lever marked Close 1st by pushing it down and away from the socket (1). Ê Fully fold back the second socket release lever (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 372: Opening the load plate (A) Ê Push down on the socket release lever marked Open 1st (1) to lift the load plate away from the socket (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 373: Opening the load plate (B) Ê Fully open the load plate. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 374: Removing the processor Ê Carefully remove the processor from its socket in a vertical motion. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch or bend the spring contacts on the processor socket. Ê Thoroughly clean residual thermal paste from the processor surface using a lint-free cloth.
Processors CAUTION! Processors are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must be handled with care. After a processor has been removed from its protective sleeve or from its socket, place it upside down on a nonconducting, antistatic surface. Never push a processor over a surface.
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Processors Ê Lower the processor straight down without tilting or sliding it in the socket. CAUTION! – Ensure that the processor is level in the socket. – Be careful not to touch or bend the pins on the processor socket. –...
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Processors Figure 377: Closing socket release lever 2 Ê Fully close and hold shut the load plate. Ê Close the socket release lever marked Close 1st (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab to lock down the load plate (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 378: Closing socket release lever 1 Ê Close the socket release lever marked Open 1st (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Processors 11.4.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Install the processor heat sink onto the processor as described in section "Installing processor heat sinks" on page 588. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Processors 11.5 Handling processor heat sinks Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Field Replaceable Units (FRU) if thermal paste is involved Average task duration: 15 minutes 11.5.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing or removing the processor heat sink: ●...
Processors Two different processor heat sinks are available for the TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 servers: for CPUs with a TDP Standard heat sink V26898-B977-V1 of up to 130 W for CPUs with a TDP High performance heat sink V26898-B977-V3 of 135 W and up 11.5.3.1 Preparing the heat sink and processor When installing a new heat sink...
Processors When reusing a heat sink Ê Ensure that all residual thermal paste has been thoroughly cleaned off the copper surface of the heat sink. Ê Apply thermal paste to the processor surface as described in section "Applying thermal paste" on page 595.
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Processors Ê Carefully seat the heat sink on the four threaded holes as shown (see close- up). CAUTION! – Ensure that the screws on the heat sink are properly seated on the threaded holes. – Ensure that the heat sink cooling fins match the direction of the airflow! Figure 383: Installing the heat sink (B) Ê...
Processors 11.5.4 Removing processor heat sinks Figure 384: Removing the processor heat sink (A) Ê Loosen the four captive screws on the heat sink in a crossover pattern (1-4). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Processors Figure 385: Removing the processor heat sink (B) Ê Carefully turn the heat sink back and forth to detach it from the processor (1). This may be necessary due to the adhesive quality of the thermal paste located between the heat sink and processor. CAUTION! Pay special attention not to damage any system board components surrounding the processor socket.
Processors 11.5.5 Replacing processor heat sinks 11.5.5.1 Removing the processor heat sink Ê Remove the processor heat sink as described in section "Removing processor heat sinks" on page 592. 11.5.5.2 Applying thermal paste Ê Apply thermal paste to the processor surface as described in section "Applying thermal paste"...
Processors 11.6 Applying thermal paste Field Replaceable Units (FRU) Average task duration: 5 minutes – For the Japanese market, the service engineer must follow the instruction provided separately. – If the processor upgrade or replacement kit contains a new CPU heat sink, a thin layer of thermal compound has already been pre-applied to its lower surface.
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Processors In order to determine the correct amount of thermal paste (equal to 1.0 gram), divide the grey area of the syringe up into two equal segments. Add graduation marks to the syringe using a permanent marker to help you apply the thermal paste. Figure 387: Applying thermal paste Ê...
Accessible drives This chapter provides information on how to install, remove or replace SATA optical disk drives (ODDs), SAS / USB backup drives and the Local Service Display (LSD). Safety notes CAUTION! Before installing an accessible drive, acquaint yourself with the ●...
Accessible drives 12.1 Basic information Accessible drive bays PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 server offers three 5.25-inch accessible drive bays for optical disk drives and backup drives: 5.25 inch x 1.6 inch Figure 388: Accessible drives mounting order (tower server) 5.25 inch x 1.6 inch...
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Accessible drives Mounting order for accessible drives 5.25“ SL ODD Bay 1 5.25“ x 1.6“ 5.25“ x 1.6“ 5.25“ x 1.6“ 3.5“ HDD 3.5“ LSD 3.5“ HDD Bay 2 5.25“ x 1.6“ 5.25“ SL ODD 3.5“ HDD 8 x 2.5“ HDD 3.5“...
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Accessible drives Order Accessible drive Drive bay Max. Occupied Interface Bay 3 RDX backup drive if occupied: 1.6" x 5.25" USB 2.0 Bay 2 8x 2.5-inch HDD Bays 2+3 3.2" x 5.25" Extension box 2x 3.5-inch HDD Extension box LSD in 2x 3.5-inch Bays 1+2, C bus HDD Extension box...
Accessible drives 12.2 Installing accessible drives Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 12.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing accessible drives: ● – Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 12.2.2 Preliminary steps Before installing an accessible drive, perform the following steps:...
Accessible drives Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. 12.2.3 Removing accessible drive dummy covers 12.2.3.1 Removing accessible drive filler covers Figure 391: Removing an accessible drive filler cover Ê...
Accessible drives 12.2.3.2 Removing accessible drive covers Figure 392: Removing an accessible drive covers Removing accessible drive covers is illustrated by the example of the tower server. In case of the rack front cover, the procedure is identical. Ê Turn the front cover face down. Ê...
Accessible drives 12.2.4 Installing an accessible drive Figure 393: Checking mounting bracket positions (Example: ODD installation, bay 1) Ê Ensure that the four mounting brackets in the desired accessible drive bay have not been bent out. If necessary, proceed as follows: Ê...
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Accessible drives Figure 394: Opening the accessible drive locking bar Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the accessible drive locking bar (1). Ê Fold up the accessible drive locking bar (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 395: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Accessible drives Figure 396: Inserting the accessible drive Ê Insert the accessible drive into its installation bay and carefully push in until the front screw hole on the front panel frame lines up with the centering pin on the locking bar. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 397: Closing the accessible drive locking bar Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place (see close-up). When working on a rack-mounted server, proceed as follows: Figure 398: Closing the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
Accessible drives 12.2.5 Cabling the accessible drive The cabling list number and cabling plan sections in the allocation tables below refer to chapter "Cabling" on page 849. 12.2.5.1 SATA ODD 3.5-inch HDD configurations Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan SATA cable System board...
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Accessible drives Ê Connect the SATA and power cables according to your configuration as shown in the tables above. Figure 399: Routing cables Ê Run SATA cable T26139-Y3958-V205 along the drive bays and through the cable clamp on the server floor as shown (1). Ê...
Accessible drives 12.2.5.2 USB backup drive 3.5-inch HDD configurations Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan System board USB cable USB backup drive connector USB INT 1 16.2.1 Y3973-V96 (Type B connector) (6-pin connector) 3.5-inch HDD Backup drive power USB backup drive backplane 1 cable...
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Accessible drives Figure 400: Routing cables Ê Run the USB and power cables through the cable clamps (see arrows) as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Accessible drives 12.2.5.3 SAS backup drive (LTO3) Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan System board SAS Backup Drive SAS backup drive connector SAS 1-4 SAS / Power cable (P1, 22-pin 16.2.1 (P2, 36-pin Mini SAS Y3969-V401 connector) connector) System board Backup Drive Power connector PWR...
Accessible drives Ê Run the SAS and power cables through the cable clamps (see arrows) as shown. The power connector on SAS / power cable Y3969-V401 (X) remains unused. 12.2.5.4 SAS backup drive (LTO5) Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan System board connector SAS 1-4...
Accessible drives Figure 402: Routing cables Ê Run the SAS and power cables through the cable clamps (see arrows) as shown. 12.2.6 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder"...
Accessible drives Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack" on page 124. If the server has been completely removed from the rack for maintenance purposes, reinstall and secure it in the rack as described in section "Mounting the server in the rack"...
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Accessible drives Ê Verify if your backup software solution requires preparative configuration before starting the procedure as described in section "Verifying and configuring the backup software solution" on page 136. Ê Shut down the server as described in section "Shutting down the server" on page Ê...
Accessible drives 12.3.3 Removing an accessible drive Figure 403: Opening the accessible drive locking bar Ê Remove all cables from the accessible drive. Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the accessible drive locking bar (1). Ê Fold up the accessible drive locking bar (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 404: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Accessible drives Figure 405: Removing the accessible drive Ê Carefully pull the accessible drive out of its installation bay. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 406: Closing the accessible drive locking bar Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place (see close-up). When working on a rack-mounted server, proceed as follows: Figure 407: Closing the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
Accessible drives 12.3.4 Installing accessible drive dummy covers 12.3.4.1 Installing accessible drive filler covers Figure 408: Installing an accessible drive filler cover Ê Hold the accessible drive filler cover (C26361-K644-C933) by its two handle recesses and insert it into the empty installation bay with the punched-out arrow symbol facing up (see close-up).
Accessible drives 12.3.4.2 Installing accessible drive covers Figure 409: Installing accessible drive covers Installing accessible drive covers is illustrated by the example of the tower server. In case of the rack front cover, the procedure is identical. Ê Ensure that an accessible drive filler cover has been installed in every empty drive bay.
Accessible drives 12.3.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Accessible drives 12.4 Replacing accessible drives Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 15 minutes 12.4.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing accessible drives: ● – Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 12.4.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing an accessible drive, perform the following steps:...
Accessible drives If further required, remove the server from the rack as described in section "Removing the server from the rack" on page Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover"...
Accessible drives Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover" on page 114 (tower server). Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack"...
Accessible drives 12.5.1.2 Preliminary steps Before installing a slimline ODD or LSD, perform the following steps: Ê Shut down the server as described in section "Shutting down the server" on page Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains"...
Accessible drives 12.5.1.3 Installing the slimline ODD into the Multibay box Ê Press up on the locking tab to disengage the slimline ODD dummy module as shown in figure 428 on page 647. Ê From inside the Multibay module, press out on the ODD dummy module and pull it out of its bay.
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Accessible drives Figure 411: Mounting the slimline ODD in the installation frame (A) Ê Fit the slimline ODD into the slimline ODD installation frame. Ê Ensure that the four pins on the frame (see circles) engage with the screw holes on the drive. Figure 412: Mounting the slimline ODD in the installation frame (B) Ê...
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Accessible drives Figure 413: Mounting the slimline ODD module in the Multibay box Ê Insert the slimline ODD module into the Multibay box (1) and push back until the locking tab (2) engages. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 414: Mounting the slimline ODD in the installation frame (B) Ê Connect cables to the slimline ODD: Cabling Cable list no. Slimline ODD SATA power cable (T26139-Y3986-V302) SATA cable (T26139-Y3958-V205) The cabling list numbers refers to section "List of used cables"...
Accessible drives 12.5.1.4 Installing the LSD module into the Multibay box Figure 415: Inserting the LSD module into the 3.5-inch installation frame Ê From the front, slide the LSD module into the 3.5-inch installation frame (C26361-K644-B437-*-Y155) until the locking latch (see circle) engages. Figure 416: Installing the 3.5-inch installation frame in the Multibay box (A) Ê...
Accessible drives Figure 417: Installing the 3.5-inch installation frame in the Multibay box (B) Ê Secure the installation frame in the Multibay box with two screws (M3 x 6 mm) on either side. Ê Before inserting the Multibay box into the chassis, connect the LSD cable to the LSD module: Cabling Cable...
Accessible drives 12.5.1.6 Installing the Multibay box Figure 418: Checking mounting bracket positions Ê Ensure that the four mounting brackets in the desired accessible drive bay have not been bent out. If necessary, proceed as follows: Ê Using a screw driver, bend the mounting brackets of the upper installation bay inwards, so that their sides are flush with the bay walls (see close-up).
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Accessible drives Figure 419: Opening the accessible drive locking bar Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the accessible drive locking bar (1). Ê Fold up the accessible drive locking bar (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 420: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Accessible drives Figure 421: Inserting the Multibay box Ê Insert the Multibay box into installation bay 1 and carefully push in until the front screw hole on the front panel frame lines up with the centering pin on the locking bar. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 422: Closing the accessible drive locking bar Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place (see close-up). When working on a rack-mounted server, proceed as follows: Figure 423: Closing the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
Accessible drives 12.5.1.7 Cabling the slimline ODD and LSD The cabling list number and cabling plan sections in the allocation tables below refer to chapter "Cabling" on page 849. Slimline SATA ODD Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan SATA cable System board Slimline ODD...
Accessible drives Figure 424: Routing cables Ê Run SATA cable T26139-Y3958-V205 along the drive bays and through the cable clamp on the server floor as shown. Ê Run the SATA cable through the cable guide. 12.5.1.8 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê...
Accessible drives Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover" on page 114 (tower server). Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack"...
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Accessible drives Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains" on page Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack"...
Accessible drives 12.5.2.3 Removing the Multibay box Figure 425: Opening the accessible drive locking bar Ê Remove all cables from the slimline ODD. Ê Remove the LSD cable from system board connector SMB 1. Ê Press out on the locking latch to disengage the accessible drive locking bar (1).
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Accessible drives Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 426: Opening the accessible drive locking bar (rack systems) Ê...
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Accessible drives Figure 427: Removing the Multibay box Ê Carefully pull the Multibay box out of its installation bay. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Accessible drives 12.5.2.4 Removing the slimline ODD from the Multibay box Figure 428: Removing the slimline ODD from the Multibay box Ê Press up on the locking tab to disengage the slimline ODD module (1). Ê From inside the Multibay box, press out on the slimline ODD module and pull it out of its bay (2).
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Accessible drives Figure 429: Removing the slimline ODD from its installation frame Ê Disengage (1) and remove (2) the slimline ODD from its installation frame. Figure 430: Mounting the slimline ODD dummy insert in the installation frame Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Accessible drives Ê Fit the slimline ODD dummy insert into the slimline ODD installation frame. Ê Ensure that the four pins on the frame (see arrows) engage with the side holes on the dummy insert. Ê Insert the slimline ODD dummy module into the Multibay box and push back until the locking tab engages as shown in figure 413 on page 631.
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Accessible drives Figure 432: Removing the 3.5-inch installation frame from the Multibay box (B) Ê Slide the 3.5-inch installation frame out of the Multibay box as shown. Figure 433: Removing the LSD module from the 3.5-inch installation frame Ê Press in on the locking latch (see close-up) to disengage the LSD module (1).
Accessible drives Ê Pull the LSD module out of the 3.5-inch installation frame (2). Ê If the removed LSD module is not to be replaced by a new module, reinstall the LSD dummy cover. 12.5.2.6 Installing accessible drive dummy covers if the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box is to be reinstalled in the system, the following description does not apply.
Accessible drives 12.5.2.7 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Accessible drives Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. Removing the front cover is not required in order to replace the slimline ODD or LSP in the Multibay box.
Accessible drives 12.5.3.9 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Accessible drives 12.6 Slimline ODD and LSD in 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box 12.6.1 Installing the slimline ODD or LSD Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 12.6.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing a slimline ODD or LSD: ●...
Accessible drives The front cover only needs to be removed in order to remove accessible drive dummy covers (see section "Removing accessible drive dummy covers" on page 602). If the HDD extension box is already installed in the server and will be removed in order to install a slimline ODD or LSD module, skip this step.
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Accessible drives Ê Press up on the locking tab to disengage the slimline ODD dummy module (1). Ê From inside the HDD extension box, press out on the ODD dummy module and pull it out of its bay (2). Figure 435: Disassembling the slimline ODD dummy module Ê...
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Accessible drives Figure 436: Mounting the slimline ODD in the installation frame (A) Ê Fit the slimline ODD into the slimline ODD installation frame. Ê Ensure that the four pins on the frame (see circles) engage with the screw holes on the drive. Figure 437: Mounting the slimline ODD in the installation frame (B) Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Ê Ensure that the ODD is properly seated in the installation frame as shown above. Figure 438: Mounting the slimline ODD in the installation frame (B) Ê Connect cables to the slimline ODD: Cabling Cable list no. Slimline ODD SATA power cable (T26139-Y3986-V302) SATA cable (T26139-Y3958-V205)
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Accessible drives Figure 439: Mounting the slimline ODD module in the HDD expansion box Ê Insert the slimline ODD module into the HDD extension box and push back until the locking tab (see close-up) engages. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Accessible drives 12.6.1.4 Installing the LSD module into the HDD extension box Figure 440: Removing the LSD dummy cover plate (A) Ê Carefully bend out the LSD dummy cover plat (1) and disengage its right edge (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 441: Removing the LSD dummy cover plate (B) Ê Fold out (1) and remove (2) the LSD cover plate. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 442: Inserting the LSD module Ê Insert the LSD module into its installation bay and push in until it locks in place. Ê Before inserting the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box into the chassis, connect the LSD cable to the LSD module: Cabling Cable list no.
Accessible drives 12.6.1.5 Removing accessible drive dummy covers Removing accessible drive filler covers Ê Remove accessible drive filler covers from installation bays 2 and 3 as described in section "Removing accessible drive filler covers" on page 602. CAUTION! Always replace filler covers into unused drive bays to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
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Accessible drives Local Service Display (LSD) Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-) list no. plan LSD cable System board 16.2.1 Y3718-V301 connector SMB 1 Ê Connect the LSD, SATA and power cables as shown in the tables above. Figure 443: Routing cables Ê...
Accessible drives 12.6.1.8 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Accessible drives 12.6.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing a slimline ODD or LSD, perform the following steps: Ê Remove all backup and optical disk media from backup and optical disk drives as described in section "Removing backup and optical disk media" on page 136.
Accessible drives 12.6.2.4 Removing the slimline ODD from the extension box Figure 444: Removing the slimline ODD Ê Press up on the locking tab to disengage the slimline ODD module (1). Ê From inside the HDD extension box, press out on the slimline ODD module and pull it out of its bay (2).
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Accessible drives Figure 445: Removing the slimline ODD from its installation frame Ê Disengage (1) and remove (2) the slimline ODD from its installation frame. Figure 446: Mounting the slimline ODD dummy insert in the installation frame Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Ê Fit the slimline ODD dummy insert into the slimline ODD installation frame. Ê Ensure that the four pins on the frame (see arrows) engage with the side holes on the dummy insert. Figure 447: Mounting the slimline ODD module in the HDD expansion box Ê...
Accessible drives 12.6.2.5 Removing the LSD module from the extension box Figure 448: Removing the LSD module Ê From the rear side of the extension box, press in on the locking latch (see close-up) to disengage the LSD module (1). Ê...
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Accessible drives Figure 449: Removing the slimline ODD from its installation frame Ê Fit one edge of the LSD dummy cover plate into the LSD slot (1) as shown. Ê Fold in the dummy cover plate (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Accessible drives Figure 450: Mounting the slimline ODD dummy insert in the installation frame Ê Carefully bend out the LSD dummy cover plate (1) and fit its other edge into the LSD slot (2). 12.6.2.6 Installing accessible drive dummy covers if the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box is to be reinstalled in the system, the following description does not apply.
Accessible drives Installing accessible drive covers Ê Install accessible drive covers (C26361-K644-C60) into installation bays 2 and 3 of the front cover as described in section "Installing accessible drive dummy covers" on page 622. 12.6.2.7 Installing the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê...
Accessible drives 12.6.3 Replacing the slimline ODD or LSD Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 12.6.3.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing a slimline ODD or LSD: ● – Slotted screw driver (for bending in or out accessible drive mounting brackets) 12.6.3.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing a slimline ODD or LSD, perform the following steps:...
Accessible drives Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. Removing the front cover is not required in order to replace the slimline ODD or LSP in the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box.
Accessible drives 12.6.3.8 Installing the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Reinstall the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box as described in section "Installing the 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box" on page 305. 12.6.3.9 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê...
Accessible drives 12.7 Slimline ODD in 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension 12.7.1 Installing the slimline ODD Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 12.7.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the slimline ODD: ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver –...
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Accessible drives Ê Pull out the ID card and open the front cover as described in section "Opening the server" on page The front cover only needs to be removed in order to remove accessible drive dummy covers (see section "Removing accessible drive dummy covers"...
Accessible drives 12.7.1.3 Installing the slimline ODD into the HDD extension box Figure 451: Removing the slimline ODD mounting bracket Ê Remove two screws from the slimline ODD mounting bracket. Ê Remove the slimline ODD mounting bracket. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 452: Installing the slimline ODD mounting bracket on the ODD (A) Ê Turn the slimline ODD upside down. Ê Fit the mounting bracket on the slimline ODD as shown. Ê Ensure that the two pins (P) on the mounting bracket properly engage with the screw holes in the drive.
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Accessible drives Ê Ensure that the slimline ODD mounting bracket is properly seated on the drive as shown. Figure 454: Installing the slimline ODD on the HDD extension box (A) Ê Hook the two latches on the left edge of the slimline ODD into the metal guides on the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box as shown (see close-up).
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Accessible drives Figure 455: Installing the slimline ODD on the HDD extension box (B) Ê Fold down the slimline ODD. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 456: Installing the slimline ODD on the HDD extension box (C) Ê Secure the slimline ODD mounting bracket on the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 457: Removing the slimline ODD dummy module Ê Connect cables to the slimline ODD: Cabling Cable list no. Slimline ODD SATA power cable (T26139-Y3986-V302) SATA cable (T26139-Y3958-V205) The cabling list numbers refers to section "List of used cables" on page 849.
Accessible drives 12.7.1.4 Removing accessible drive dummy covers Removing accessible drive filler covers Ê Remove accessible drive filler covers from installation bays 1, 2 and 3 as described in section "Removing accessible drive filler covers" on page 602. CAUTION! Always replace filler covers into unused drive bays to comply with applicable EMC regulations and satisfy cooling requirements.
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Accessible drives Figure 458: Routing cables Ê Run SATA cable T26139-Y3958-V205 along the drive bays and through the cable clamp on the server floor as shown. Ê Run the SATA cable through the cable guide. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Accessible drives 12.7.1.7 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Accessible drives 12.7.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing a slimline ODD, perform the following steps: Ê Remove all backup and optical disk media from backup and optical disk drives as described in section "Removing backup and optical disk media" on page 136.
Accessible drives 12.7.2.4 Removing the slimline ODD from the extension box Figure 459: Removing the slimline ODD from the extension box (A) Ê Remove two screws from the slimline ODD mounting bracket. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 460: Removing the slimline ODD from the extension box (B) Ê Fold up (1) and remove (2) the slimline ODD as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 461: Removing the mounting frame from the slimline ODD Ê Remove the slimline ODD mounting bracket from the slimline ODD. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Accessible drives Figure 462: Reinstalling the slimline ODD mounting frame on the HDD expansion box Ê If the removed slimline ODD is not to be replaced by a new drive, reinstall the slimline ODD mounting bracket on the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box. Secure the slimline ODD mounting bracket on the HDD extension box with two M3 x 4.5 mm screws.
Accessible drives 12.7.2.5 Installing accessible drive dummy covers if the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box is to be reinstalled in the system, the following description does not apply. Please proceed as described in section "Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box" on page 324.
Accessible drives Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover" on page 114 (tower server). Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack"...
Accessible drives Ê Shut down the server as described in section "Shutting down the server" on page Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains"...
Accessible drives 12.7.3.6 Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box Ê Reinstall the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box as described in section "Installing the 4x 3.5-inch HDD extension box" on page 324. 12.7.3.7 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê...
Front panel and external connectors This chapter provides information on how to replace the front panel module and optional front LAN connector board and front VGA connector. Safety notes CAUTION! When inserting the front panel module into the server, ensure not to ●...
Front panel and external connectors 13.1 Replacing the front panel module Field Replaceable Units (FRU) Average hardware task duration: 10 minutes Average software task duration: 5 minutes Note on system information backup / restore The front panel module contains the Chassis ID EPROM that contains system information like server name and model, housing type, serial number and manufacturing data.
Front panel and external connectors 13.1.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing the front panel module, perform the following steps: Ê Disable BitLocker functionality as described in section "Disabling BitLocker functionality" on page 133. Ê Disable boot watchdog functionality as described in section "Disabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...
Front panel and external connectors 13.1.3 Removing the front panel module 13.1.3.1 Removing front panel cables from the system board Figure 463: Disconnecting the front LAN board Ê If applicable, disconnect the front LAN board from the system board: Ê Press in on the locking latch on the front LAN board holder (1, see close- up).
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 464: Disconnecting the front LAN cable Ê Disconnect the front LAN cable from the front LAN board. Ê Remove the front LAN board from the chassis and set aside. Figure 465: Disconnecting the front VGA cable Ê...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 466: Disconnecting front panel cables Ê Disconnect the front panel cable from the system board (see close-up). Ê Remove all front panel cables from the cable guide. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Front panel and external connectors 13.1.3.2 Removing the front panel module Figure 467: Removing the front panel module The front cover (tower server) / rack mounting frame (rack server) does not need to be removed in order to replace the front panel module. In the figures, the front cover / rack mounting frame has been removed for illustration purposes only.
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Front panel and external connectors Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 468: Removing the front panel module (rack systems) Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.1.3.3 Removing cables from the front panel module Figure 469: Removing the front panel cable Ê Remove the front panel cable from the defective front panel module as shown. Ê If the front LAN connector has been installed in the defective front panel module, remove the cable as described in section "Removing the front LAN connector"...
Front panel and external connectors 13.1.4 Replacing the front panel module cover Removing and mounting the front panel module cover is required if installing or removing optional front LAN or front VGA connectors. 13.1.4.1 Removing the front panel module cover Figure 470: Removing the front panel module cover (A) Ê...
Front panel and external connectors Figure 471: Removing the front panel module cover (B) Ê Remove the front panel module cover from the front panel frame. 13.1.4.2 Mounting the front panel module cover Figure 472: Mounting the front panel module cover Ê...
Front panel and external connectors Ê Fold in the front panel module cover (2) until the left locking latch engages with the front panel frame (3). 13.1.5 Installing the front panel module 13.1.5.1 Connecting cables to the front panel module Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.1.5.2 Installing the front panel module Figure 474: Installing the front panel module Ê Insert the front panel module into its installation bay and carefully push in until the front screw hole on the front panel frame lines up with the centering pin on the locking bar.
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 475: Securing the front panel module Ê Close the locking bar until it locks in place. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Unlocking and securing the front panel and accessible drives is illustrated by the example of tower servers. In case of rack servers, the accessible drive locking bar is located on the side of the drive bay. In this case, proceed as follows: Figure 476: Securing the front panel module (rack systems) Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.1.5.3 Connecting front panel cables to the system board Figure 477: Securing front panel cables Ê Run the front panel cables through the cable guide as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 478: Connecting front panel cables to the system board Ê Connect the front panel cable and front VGA cable (if applicable to the system board): Connector Cable FRONTPANEL Front panel cable T26139-Y4015-V1 FRONT VGA Front VGA cable T26139-Y3994-V101 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 479: Connecting the front LAN cable to the front LAN board Ê If applicable, connect the front LAN cable to front LAN board D2935. Figure 480: Connecting the front LAN board to the system board Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.1.6 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
Front panel and external connectors 13.2 Front LAN connector 13.2.1 Installing the front LAN connector Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 13.2.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the front LAN connector: ● –...
Front panel and external connectors Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover" on page 84 (tower server). Ê Pull out the ID card and open the front cover as described in section "Opening the server"...
Front panel and external connectors Ê Break out the front LAN cover plate on the front panel cover. Please note that once removed, the front LAN cover plate cannot be refitted. 13.2.1.5 Installing the front LAN connector Figure 482: Front LAN cable T26139-Y4025-V1 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 483: Mounting the front LAN connector (A) Ê Run the front LAN cable through the mounting bracket on the front panel frame as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Front panel and external connectors Figure 484: Mounting the front LAN connector (B) Ê Carefully snap the front LAN cable connector into the mounting bracket (see close-up). 13.2.1.6 Reassembling the front panel module Ê Mount the front panel module cover on the front panel frame as described in section "Mounting the front panel module cover"...
Front panel and external connectors 13.2.1.8 Preparing the front LAN board Figure 485: LAN board kit Front LAN board D2935 Part number: S26361-D2935-A11 Front LAN board holder Part number: A3C40126757 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 486: Assembling the front LAN board (A) Ê Insert and push the front LAN board into the front LAN holder (A3C40126757) until the two locking pins in the holder snap in place. Figure 487: Assembling the front LAN board (B) Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.2.1.9 Connecting front panel cables to the system board Figure 488: Securing front panel cables Ê Run the front panel cables through the cable guide as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 489: Connecting front panel cables to the system board Ê Connect the front panel cable and front VGA cable (if applicable to the system board): Connector Cable FRONTPANEL Front panel cable T26139-Y4015-V1 FRONT VGA Front VGA cable T26139-Y3994-V101 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 490: Connecting the front LAN cable to the front LAN board Ê Connect the front LAN cable to front LAN board D2935. Figure 491: Connecting the front LAN board to the system board Ê Connect front LAN board D2935 to the system board: Connector Cable Front LAN cable T26139-Y4025-V1...
Front panel and external connectors 13.2.1.10 Concluding steps Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.2.1.11 Using the front management LAN connector In order to use the front management LAN connector to access the iRMC S3 management controller, please proceed as follows: Ê Ensure that Management LAN has been enabled in the BIOS: Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.2.2 Removing the front LAN connector Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 13.2.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing the front LAN connector: tool-less ● 13.2.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing the front LAN connector, perform the following steps: Ê...
Front panel and external connectors Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. 13.2.2.3 Removing and preparing the front panel module Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.2.2.5 Reassembling the front panel module Ê Mount the front panel module cover on the front panel frame as described in section "Mounting the front panel module cover" on page 709. 13.2.2.6 Reinstalling the front panel module Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.2.3 Replacing the front LAN connector and board Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 15 minutes 13.2.3.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing the front LAN connector: tool-less ● 13.2.3.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing the front LAN connector, perform the following steps: Ê...
Front panel and external connectors Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. 13.2.3.3 Removing the front panel module Ê...
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Front panel and external connectors Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover" on page 114 (tower server). Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack"...
Front panel and external connectors 13.3 Front VGA connector 13.3.1 Installing the front VGA connector Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 13.3.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the front VGA connector: ● –...
Front panel and external connectors Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover" on page 84 (tower server). Ê Pull out the ID card and open the front cover as described in section "Opening the server"...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 493: Breaking out the front VGA cover plate Ê Break out the front VGA cover plate on the front panel cover. Please note that once removed, the front VGA cover plate cannot be refitted. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Front panel and external connectors 13.3.1.5 Installing the front VGA connector Figure 494: Front VGA cable T26139-Y3994-V101 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 495: Preparing the front VGA cable Ê Remove the two hexagon bolts (UNC #4-40, V26827-B408-V989) from the VGA connector. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Front panel and external connectors Figure 496: Mounting the front VGA connector Ê Run the front VGA cable through the mounting bracket on the front panel frame as shown (1). Ê Secure the front VGA connector with two hexagon bolts (2, see close-up). 13.3.1.6 Reassembling the front panel module Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.3.1.8 Connecting front panel cables to the system board Figure 497: Securing front panel cables Ê Run the front panel cables through the cable guide as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 498: Connecting front panel cables to the system board Ê Connect the front panel cable and front VGA cable (if applicable to the system board): Connector Cable FRONTPANEL Front panel cable T26139-Y4015-V1 FRONT VGA Front VGA cable T26139-Y3994-V101 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Front panel and external connectors Figure 499: Connecting the front LAN cable to the front LAN board Ê If applicable, connect the front LAN cable to front LAN board D2935. Figure 500: Connecting the front LAN board to the system board Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.3.1.9 Concluding steps Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê...
Front panel and external connectors 13.3.2 Removing the front VGA connector Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 10 minutes 13.3.2.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Installing the front VGA connector: ● – Wrench key for UNC #4-40 hexagon bolts 13.3.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing the front VGA connector, perform the following steps: Ê...
Front panel and external connectors Ê Pull out the ID card and open the front cover as described in section "Opening the server" on page Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê...
Front panel and external connectors Ê Pull the front VGA cable out through the mounting bracket on the front panel frame and remove it (2). 13.3.2.5 Reassembling the front panel module Ê Mount the front panel module cover on the front panel frame as described in section "Mounting the front panel module cover"...
Front panel and external connectors 13.3.3 Replacing the front VGA connector Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 15 minutes 13.3.3.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing the front VGA connector: ● – Wrench key for UNC #4-40 hexagon bolts 13.3.3.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing the front VGA connector, perform the following steps: Ê...
Front panel and external connectors Ê Pull out the ID card and open the front cover as described in section "Opening the server" on page Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê...
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Front panel and external connectors Ê Close the front cover and reinstall the ID card as described in section "Closing the server" on page 104. Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover"...
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System board and components This chapter provides information on how to replace the system board and system board components as its CMOS battery, the USB Flash Module (UFM) and the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). Safety notes CAUTION! Devices and components inside the server remain hot after ●...
For further safety information, please refer to section "Environmental ● protection" in the PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 Operating Manual. Ensure to insert the CMOS battery the with the positive pole ●...
System board and components 14.1.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing the CMOS battery, perform the following steps: Ê Locate the desired server as described in section "Locating the defective server" on page Ê Shut down the server as described in section "Shutting down the server"...
System board and components 14.1.3 Removing the battery Figure 502: Replacing the CMOS battery Ê Press out on the locking spring to eject the depleted CMOS battery (1). Ê If the CMOS battery cannot be ejected this way, use a toothpick (recommended) or similar tool as a lever: Insert the toothpick between the battery and locking spring as shown (2).
System board and components 14.1.4 Installing the CMOS battery Figure 503: Installing the CMOS battery Ê At a slight angle, fit the new CMOS battery into its socket as shown (1). CAUTION! Ensure to insert the CMOS battery with the positive pole (label side) facing up as shown (see close-up).
System board and components 14.1.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Dispose of the CMOS battery in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê...
System board and components 14.2 USB Flash Module (UFM) This section provides information on how to install, remove or replace the USB Flash Module (UFM). 14.2.1 Installing the UFM board Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average hardware task duration: 5 minutes Average software task duration: 5 minutes 14.2.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less...
System board and components Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack" on page If further required, remove the server from the rack as described in section "Removing the server from the rack"...
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System board and components Figure 505: UFM mounting location Figure 506: UFM mounting location (detail) UFM mounting location on the system board: UFM connector Cut-out for UFM spacer Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
System board and components Figure 507: Installing the UFM board Ê Connect the UFM board to the system board, snapping in the UFM spacer. 14.2.1.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
System board and components Ê Reconnect the AC power cords to the power supply units and secure them with PSU cable brackets as described in section "Connecting the server to the mains" on page 125. Ê Enable boot watchdog functionality as described in section "Enabling SVOM boot watchdog functionality"...
System board and components 14.2.2.2 Preliminary steps Before removing the UFM board, perform the following steps: Ê Disable BitLocker functionality as described in section "Disabling BitLocker functionality" on page 133. Ê Locate the desired server as described in section "Locating the defective server"...
System board and components 14.2.2.3 Removing the UFM board Figure 508: Removing the UFM board (A) Ê Remove the nylon screw on the defective UFM board (1). Ê Disconnect and remove the defective UFM board (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
System board and components Figure 509: Removing the UFM board (B) Ê The UFM spacer remains on the system board. 14.2.2.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
System board and components Ê Reconnect the AC power cords to the power supply units and secure them with PSU cable brackets as described in section "Connecting the server to the mains" on page 125. Ê If BitLocker functionality is used and has been disabled before starting the maintenance task, re-enable BitLocker as described in section "Enabling BitLocker functionality"...
System board and components Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains" on page Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack"...
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System board and components Figure 511: Installing the UFM board (A) Ê Fit the new UFM board on the UFM connector and the remaining UFM spacer. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Figure 512: Installing the UFM board (B) Ê Secure the UFM board to the UFM spacer with the nylon screw. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Destroying the defective UFM board CAUTION! The UFM board contains customer information (e.g. IP address, license numbers). After replacing the UFM, hand the defective UFM board over to the customer. If the customer requests disposal of the defective UFM board, proceed as follows: Figure 513: Destroying the defective UFM board Ê...
System board and components 14.2.3.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
System board and components 14.3 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) This section provides information on how to install, remove or replace the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). 14.3.1 Installing the TPM board Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average hardware task duration: 5 minutes Average software task duration: 5 minutes 14.3.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps:...
System board and components Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains" on page Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack"...
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System board and components Figure 515: TPM mounting location TPM mounting location on the system board: TPM connector Cut-out for TPM spacer Figure 516: Installing the TPM spacer Ê Snap the TPM spacer into the cut-out in the system board. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Figure 517: Installing the TPM board Ê Connect the new TPM board to the system board. Figure 518: TPM bit insert Ê Attach the TPM bit insert or TPM module fixing tool (Japanese market) to a bit screw driver.
System board and components Figure 519: Securing the TPM board Ê Secure the TPM board with the TPM screw using the TPM bit insert. Do not fasten the screw too firmly. Stop as soon as the head of the screw lightly touches the TPM board. 14.3.1.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê...
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For detailed information on how to access the BIOS and modify settings, refer to the "D2949 BIOS Setup Utilty for PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7" reference manual available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/ primergy/manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
System board and components 14.3.2 Removing the TPM board Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 30 minutes CAUTION! Advise your contact persons that they must provide you with TPM backup copies. For security reasons, the TPM must be restored/re- saved by the customer.
For further information on how to disable BitLocker drive encryption, please refer to the Microsoft Knowledge Base. Fujitsu service partners will find additional information (also available in Japanese) on the Fujitsu Extranet web pages. Ê Disable TPM in the system board BIOS. Proceed as follows: Ê...
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For detailed information on how to access the BIOS and modify settings, refer to the "D2949 BIOS Setup Utilty for PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7" reference manual available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/ primergy/manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
System board and components 14.3.2.3 Removing the TPM board Ê Remove the system board as described in section "Removing the system board" on page 798. Ê Lay the system board on a soft, antistatic surface with its component side facing down. Figure 520: Removing the TPM screw Ê...
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System board and components Ê Carefully loosen the TPM screw using a thin slotted screw driver (e.g. watchmaker's screw driver) or the dedicated TPM screw driver (Japanese market) (2). CAUTION! Ensure to turn the screw clockwise in order to remove it! Slowly and carefully increase the pressure on the screw until it begins to turn.
System board and components 14.3.2.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system board as described in section "Installing the system board" on page 803. Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder"...
System board and components 14.3.3.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Removing the system board: ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Replacing the TPM: ● – Bit screw driver – TPM bit insert – thin slotted screw driver (2 x 0.4 mm) For the Japanese market: –...
System board and components Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. 14.3.3.3 Removing the TPM board Ê Remove the TPM board as described in section "Removing the TPM board" on page 779.
System board and components 14.3.3.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
System board and components 14.4 Onboard SAS enabling key The onboard SAS enabling key needs to be installed in order to enable SAS connector SAS 1-4 on the system board. 14.4.1 Installing the onboard SAS enabling key Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 5 minutes 14.4.1.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less...
System board and components Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover" on page 84 (tower server). Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct"...
System board and components Figure 525: Onboard SAS enabling key mounting location Ê Connect the onboard SAS enabling key to system board connector UGP-ROM. 14.4.1.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct"...
System board and components Ê Reconnect the AC power cords to the power supply units and secure them with PSU cable brackets as described in section "Connecting the server to the mains" on page 125. Ê If BitLocker functionality is used and has been disabled before starting the maintenance task, re-enable BitLocker as described in section "Enabling BitLocker functionality"...
System board and components Ê Open the side / top cover as described in section "Removing the top cover" on page 75 (rack server) or "Removing the side cover" on page 84 (tower server). Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct"...
System board and components 14.4.2.4 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover"...
System board and components 14.4.3.2 Preliminary steps Before replacing the onboard SAS enabling key, perform the following steps: Ê Disable BitLocker functionality as described in section "Disabling BitLocker functionality" on page 133. Ê Locate the desired server as described in section "Locating the defective server"...
System board and components Ê Close the side / top cover as described in section "Mounting the top cover" on page 107 (rack server) or "Mounting the side cover" on page 114 (tower server). Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack"...
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System board and components CAUTION! – Before replacing the system board, ask the customer whether TPM functionality is used. – If the customer is using TPM functionality, remove the TPM from the old system board and install it on the new system board. Advise your contact persons that they must provide you with TPM backup copies.
System board and components 14.5.1 Required tools Preliminary and concluding steps: tool-less ● Replacing the system board: ● – Phillips PH2 / (+) No. 2 screw driver Replacing the system board: ● – Magnifying glass for inspecting CPU socket springs (recommended) If a TPM module is installed: –...
System board and components Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, extend it out of the rack as described in section "Extending the server out of the rack" on page If further required, remove the server from the rack as described in section "Removing the server from the rack"...
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System board and components – Onboard SAS enabling key: refer to section "Replacing the onboard SAS enabling key" on page 793 Figure 527: Detaching the system board (A) Ê Remove the spacer as shown and set aside. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Figure 528: Detaching the system board (B) Ê Remove eleven screws from the system board (see circles). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Figure 529: Detaching the system board (C) Ê Slightly lift up the system board by the memory module ejectors and a PCI slot (1) in order to detach it from the centering bolts (C). Ê Carefully shift the system board towards the server front until the plug shells disengage from the cut-outs in the connector panel (2).
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System board and components Figure 530: Removing the system board Ê Hold the defective system board by the memory module ejectors and a PCI slot and at a slight angle lift it out of the chassis. Ê If applicable, remove the TPM board as described in section "Removing the TPM board"...
System board and components 14.5.4 Installing the system board 14.5.4.1 Mounting the system board Figure 531: Installing the system board (A) Ê Hold the new system board by the memory module ejectors and a PCI slot. CAUTION! – Do not lift or handle the system board by any of its heat sinks! –...
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System board and components Figure 532: Installing the system board (B) Ê Carefully shift the system board towards the server rear until the plug shells engage with the cut-outs in the connector panel (1). Ê Lower the system board onto the centering bolts (C). Ensure that the system board is properly seated on both centering bolts.
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System board and components Figure 533: Securing the system board (A) Ê Secure the system board with eleven screws (M3 x 6 mm, C26192-Y10- C68) (see circles). Screw torque: 0.6 Nm (not applicable for the Japanese market) Tighten the screws in a cross diagonal pattern. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Figure 534: Securing the system board (B) Ê Screw in the air duct spacer as shown. Screw torque: 0.6 Nm (not applicable for the Japanese market). Ê Verify the settings on the new system board (jumpers). For a detailed description, please refer to section "Onboard settings"...
System board and components 14.5.4.2 Swapping processors Preparing the processor socket load plates on the new system board Figure 535: Opening socket release lever 1 (new system board) Ê Unlatch the socket release lever marked Open 1st by pushing it down and away from the socket (1).
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System board and components Figure 536: Opening socket release lever 2 (new system board) Ê Unlatch the socket release lever marked Close 1st by pushing it down and away from the socket (1). Ê Fully fold back the second socket release lever (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Figure 537: Opening the load plate (A) Ê Push down on the first socket release lever (1) to lift the load plate away from the socket (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Figure 538: Opening the load plate (B) Ê Fully open the load plate. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch or bend the spring contacts on the processor socket! Ê Make sure that the load plate is in the fully open position. Ê...
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System board and components Removing processors from the defective system board Ê Carefully remove the processors from their sockets on the defective system board as described in section "Removing a processor" on page 564. Remove and reinstall one processor at a time. Do not remove the second processor from the defective system board until the first processor has been installed on the new system board.
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System board and components Ê Carefully close the load plate over the empty processor socket. CAUTION! Be careful not to touch or bend the spring contacts on the processor socket. Figure 540: Attaching the protective socket cover (A) Ê Carefully lower the protective socket cover onto the CPU socket in a vertical motion until it snaps in place.
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System board and components Figure 541: Attaching the protective socket cover (B) Ê Ensure that the protective socket cover is properly installed on the socket as shown above. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Figure 542: Closing socket release lever 2 Ê Fully close and hold shut the load plate. Ê Close the socket release lever marked Close 1st (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab to lock down the load plate (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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System board and components Figure 543: Closing socket release lever 1 Ê Close the socket release lever marked Open 1st (1) and latch it under the load plate retention tab (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
System board and components 14.5.4.3 Connecting cables to the system board Figure 544: Connecting cables to the system board (A) Ê Run the cables through the cable guide (G) as shown. Ê Fold the PSU signal cable (T26139-Y4027-V1) as shown. Ensure that it lays flat against the system board (see close-up).
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System board and components Figure 545: Connecting cables to the system board (B) Ê If applicable, run the front LAN cable through the cable guide (G) as shown. Ê Connect the front LAN board to the system board: Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-)
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System board and components Figure 546: Connecting cables to the system board (C) Ê Run the SAS and intrusion switch cables through the cable clamps (C) on the HDD cage and the cable guide (G) as shown. Ê Connect the SAS cable (if applicable for your configuration) and intrusion switch cable to the system board.
Ê If applicable, activate TPM functionality in the system BIOS under Security > TPM (Security Chip) Setting > Security Chip. For more information, refer to the "D2949 BIOS Setup Utility for PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 / TX120 S3 Reference Manual".
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System board and components Ê When working on a rack-mounted server, secure it in the rack as described in section "Sliding the server into the rack" on page 124. If the server has been completely removed from the rack for maintenance purposes, reinstall and secure it in the rack as described in section "Mounting the server in the rack"...
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System board and components Ê Reconfigure your network settings in the operation system according to the original configuration of the replaced controller (expansion card or onboard). Configuration of network settings should be performed by the customer. For further information, please refer to section "Note on network settings recovery"...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Upgrade and Repair Units (URU) Average task duration: 20 minutes This chapter provides information on how to convert a tower server to a rack model. Safety notes For further information, please refer to chapter "Important information"...
Converting a tower server to a rack server 15.2 Preliminary steps Before converting the server model, perform the following steps: Ê Shut down the server as described in section "Shutting down the server" on page Ê Remove the AC power cords from the PSU cable brackets and disconnect them from the system as described in section "Disconnecting the server from the mains"...
Converting a tower server to a rack server 15.3 Removing the right side cover Figure 547: Removing the right side cover (A) Ê Remove three screws on the server rear (see circles). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 548: Removing the right side cover (B) Ê Slide the right side cover towards the server rear as far as it will go. Ê Ensure that the three hooks on the right side cover rest in the wide ends of the slots on the upper chassis edge (see close-up).
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 549: Removing the right side cover (C) Ê Remove the three hooks on the right side cover from the slots on the upper chassis edge: Ê Using a slotted screw driver, slightly pry up on the middle hook until it disengages (1).
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 550: Removing the right side cover (D) Ê Ensure that all cables and components are properly secured inside the server and that there are no loose pieces. Ê Carefully turn the server upside down. At least two people are needed to turn over a fully equipped server.
Converting a tower server to a rack server 15.4 Removing the accessible drive cage Figure 551: Detaching the accessible drive cage (A) Ê Remove two screws from the bottom side of the server as shown. Ê Bring the server back to its horizontal position. At least two people are needed to turn over a fully equipped server.
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 552: Detaching the accessible drive cage (B) Ê Remove two screws from the right chassis edge as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 553: Detaching the accessible drive cage (C) Ê Remove two screws from the top edge of the chassis as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 554: Removing the accessible drive cage (A) Ê Slightly lift up the accessible drive cage to disengage its front bottom edge from the slot on the chassis floor (1). Ê Slide the accessible drive cover from under the chassis frame as shown (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 555: Removing the accessible drive cage (B) Ê Lift the accessible drive cage out of the chassis. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Converting a tower server to a rack server 15.5 Converting the accessible drive cage Figure 556: Converting the accessible drive cage (A) Ê Turn the accessible drive cover with its "RACK" stamping facing up (1, see close-up). Ê Remove the threaded bolt from the upper edge of the accessible drive cage (2).
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 557: Converting the accessible drive cage (B) Ê Reinstall the threaded bolt on the side of the accessible drive cage as shown (see close-up). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Converting a tower server to a rack server 15.6 Reinstalling the accessible drive cage Figure 558: Mounting the accessible drive cage (A) Ê With its "RACK" stamping facing up (see close-up), lower the accessible drive cage into the chassis. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 559: Mounting the accessible drive cage (B) Ê Slide the accessible drive cage towards the server front as far as it will go. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 560: Reinstalling the accessible drive cage (C) Ê Ensure that the front bottom edge on the accessible drive cover properly engages in the slot in the chassis floor. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 561: Securing the accessible drive cage (A) Ê Secure the accessible drive cage with two screws on the upper chassis edge. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 562: Securing the accessible drive cage (B) Ê Secure the accessible drive cage with two screws on the right chassis edge as shown. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 563: Securing the accessible drive cage (C) Ê Ensure that all cables and components are properly secured inside the server and that there are no loose pieces. Ê Carefully turn the server upside down. At least two people are needed to turn over a fully equipped server.
Converting a tower server to a rack server 15.7 Removing glider feet Figure 564: Removing glider feet Ê Using a slotted screw driver, slightly pry up on each glider foot until it detaches. Ê Bring the server back to its horizontal position. At least two people are needed to turn over a fully equipped server.
Converting a tower server to a rack server 15.9 Reinstalling accessible drives Figure 565: Reinstalling accessible drives Ê Reinstall the front panel (rotated by 90 degrees) as described in section "Installing the front panel module" on page 710. Ê Reinstall all accessible drives into their original bays (rotated by 90 degrees) according to the mounting sequence in table 5 on page 599.
Converting a tower server to a rack server 15.10 Assembling the rack front cover Figure 566: Rack mounting brackets with quick release levers The rack front cover consists of a plastic frame and two rack mounting brackets with quick release levers. Figure 567: Installing rack mounting brackets (A) Ê...
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Converting a tower server to a rack server Figure 568: Installing rack mounting brackets (B) Ê Firmly press down on the rack mounting bracket until it is fully seated in the rack front bezel. Ê Mount the second rack mounting bracket accordingly. Figure 569: Installing accessible drive dummy covers Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Converting a tower server to a rack server Ê Reinstall all accessible drive dummy covers into their original locations (rotated by 90 degrees): Ê Ensure that an accessible drive filler cover has been installed in every empty drive bay. Ê Turn the front cover face down. Ê...
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Ê Mount the support bracket and rack mounting rails in the rack as described in the "Rack Mounting Kit - RMK-F2 Drop-In" Mounting Instructions. The document is available online at http://manuals.ts.fujitsu.com (http://jp.fujitsu.com/platform/server/primergy/manual/ for the Japanese market) or from the ServerView Suite DVD 2 supplied with your PRIMERGY server.
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Cabling Safety notes CAUTION! Always hold cables by their connectors when disconnecting them. ● Never pull on the cable to disconnect cables. Ensure that none of the cables are scraped, strained or otherwise ● damaged while replacing system components. Immediately replace cables with damaged shielding. ●...
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Cabling Number Name Length Routing (T26139-) Slimline ODD SATA ODD to system board or 400 mm Y3986-V302 Power Cable SAS backplane SAS Expander Board SAS expander board to 300 mm Y4029-V101 Power Cable SAS backplane Front Panel Front panel module to 400 mm Y4015-V1 Connector Cable...
Cabling 16.2 Cabling overviews The numbers in the cabling plans correspond to those shown in the list of used cables above. 16.2.1 Basic cabling This cabling overview includes the following components: – Intrusion switches – Accessible drives – ODD / USB / SAS backup drives –...
Cabling 16.2.2 Power cabling with 8x 3.5-inch HDDs, SAS expander board and GPGPU Power Backplane PWRPB X22 / X23 System Board D2949 PSU CONTROL 4x 3.5-inch HDD Backplane 2 PWR HDD / ODD GPGPU Card 4x 3.5-inch HDD Backplane 1 SAS Expander Board Figure 572: Power cabling with 8x 3.5-inch HDDs, SAS expander board and GPGPU Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
Cabling 16.2.3 Power cabling with 4x 3.5-inch HDDs and accessible drives Power Backplane Drive Bay 1 SATA ODD Drive Bay 2 USB Backup Drive X22 / X23 Drive Bay 3 SAS Backup Drive System Board D2949 4x 3.5-inch HDD 5 / 7 Backplane 1 PSU CONTROL PWR HDD / ODD...
Cabling 16.2.9 Power cabling with 8x 2.5-inch HDDs and accessible drives Power Backplane Drive Bay 1 Optical Disk Drive Drive Bay 2 USB Backup Drive X22 / X23 Drive Bay 3 SAS Backup Drive System Board D2949 PSU CONTROL 5 / 7 4x 2.5-inch HDD Backplane 2 PWR HDD / ODD...
Cabling Ê Remove the system fan holder as described in section "Removing the system fan holder" on page 378. 16.3.3 Removing the intrusion switch cable Figure 587: Disconnecting the intrusion switch cable Ê Disconnect the intrusion switch cable from the system board. Ê...
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Cabling Figure 588: Removing the intrusion switch holder (A) Ê Remove one screw from the intrusion switch holder as shown. Replacing the intrusion switch cable is illustrated by the example of the 2.5-inch HDD model. In case of the 3.5-inch HDD model, the procedure is identical, although the HDD bay top cover looks slightly different: Figure 589: Intrusion switch holder in 3.5-inch HDD configurations...
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Cabling Figure 590: Removing the intrusion switch cable (B) Ê Slide back the intrusion switch holder until it disengages from the HDD bay top cover (1). Ê Remove the defective intrusion switch holder (2). Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
Cabling 16.3.4 Installing the intrusion switch cable Figure 591: Attaching a rubber bumper to the front intrusion switch In case of rack server configurations, a rubber bumper needs to be attached to the front intrusion switch as described below. When working on a tower server, please skip this step.
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Cabling Figure 592: Installing the intrusion switch cable (A) Ê Place the new intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover as shown (1). Ê Slide the intrusion switch holder under the front chassis rim as far as it will go (2).
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Cabling Figure 593: Installing the intrusion switch cable (B) Ê Secure the intrusion switch holder on the HDD bay top cover with one M3 x 4.5 mm screw. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Cabling Figure 594: Connecting the intrusion switch cable Ê Run the intrusion switch cable through the cable clamps (C) on the HDD cage and the cable guide (G). Ê Connect the intrusion switch cable to the system board: Cable Cabling Cabling from (T26139-)
Cabling 16.3.5 Concluding steps Perform the following procedures to complete the task: Ê Reinstall the system fan holder as described in section "Installing the system fan holder" on page 379. Ê Reinstall the air duct as described in section "Installing the system air duct" on page Ê...
17.1 Mechanical overview 17.1.1 Server front 2.5-inch HDD / SSD model Figure 595: PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 front - 2.5-inch HDD / SSD model Pos. Component Reference 2.5-inch hard disk drives / "8x 2.5-inch HDDs (2 SAS backplanes)" on...
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Front panel module: "Replacing the front VGA connector" on Front VGA connector page 749 (optional) 3.5-inch HDD model Figure 596: PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7 front - 3.5-inch HDD model Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Appendix Pos. Component Reference 3.5-inch hard disk drives / "3.5-inch HDD configurations" on dummy modules page 250 Local service display "Accessible drive bays" on page 598 module (LSD) ID card "Opening the server" on page 75 2x 3.5-inch HDD extension box with LSD "HDD extension boxes"...
Appendix 17.2 Configuration tables 17.2.1 Hard disk drives / solid state drives mounting order Please refer to chapter "Hard disk drives / solid state drives" on page 189. 17.2.2 Memory board configuration table Please refer to chapter "Main memory" on page 529.
Appendix 17.3 Connectors and indicators 17.3.1 Connectors and indicators on the system board 17.3.1.1 Onboard connectors Figure 599: Internal connectors of system board D2949 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual TX300 S7 / RX350 S7...
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Appendix No. Print Description FAN6 Fan connectors for hot-pluggable rear fans FAN5 HDD LED (not used) NC-SI NCSI connector for Modular LAN cards Onboard SAS connector (needs to be enabled SAS 1-4 with onboard SAS enabling key) USB Stick (not used) SMB 4 (not used) SATA 1...
Appendix 17.3.1.3 Onboard indicators and controls Figure 601: Onboard indicators and Indicate CSS button No. Description Indicate CSS button Using the Indicate CSS button Ê Shut down and power off the server. Ê Disconnect the AC power cords from the system. It is mandatory to disconnect power cords in order to use the Indicate CSS functionality.
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Appendix Ê Remove the air duct as described in section "Removing the system air duct" on page Ê Press the Indicate CSS button (1) to highlight defective components. Component LEDs LEDs A, B and C are visible from the outside on the server rear. All other LEDs are only visible if the server cover has been opened.
Depending on BIOS settings, the shared LAN connector may also be used as a management LAN connector. For further information, please refer to the "D2949 BIOS Setup Utility for PRIMERGY TX300 S7 / RX350 S7" manual. Upgrade and Maintenance Manual...
Appendix The serial connector COM1 can be used as default interface or to communicate with the iRMC S3. The chipset offers two integrated USB 2.0 Rate Matching Hubs (RMHs). that enable lower power requirements and manages the transition of the communication data rate from the high speed of the host controller to the lower speed of USB full speed / low speed devices.
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Appendix Indicator Status Description no critical event (non-CSS component) prefailure detected Global error orange on (non-CSS component) indicator orange non CSS component failure flashing no critical event (CSS component) yellow on prefailure detected (CSS component) CSS indicator yellow CSS component failure flashing server has been highlighted using ServerView Operations Manager or the...
Appendix 17.3.1.6 PSU indicator Figure 604: PSU indicator Indicator Status Description Server is switched on and functioning green on properly green Server is switched off, main voltage is flashing present (Standby mode) PSU operating status PSU failure (over / under voltage, over orange on temperature or fan failure) orange...
Appendix 17.3.2 Connectors and indicators on the front panel 17.3.2.1 Front panel connectors Figure 605: Front panel connectors Pos. Component Reference "Replacing the front VGA Video connector (VGA) (optional) connector" on page 749 "Replacing the front LAN Front LAN connector (optional) connector and board"...
Appendix 17.3.2.2 Front panel controls and indicators Figure 606: Front panel controls and indicators Local diagnostic indicators Pos. Indicator Status Description HDD / SSD HDD / SSD, SAS / SATA backplane or orange on error indicator RAID controller failure detected Hot-plug PSU module failure detected PSU error orange on...
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Appendix Status indicators Pos. Indicator Status Description server has been highlighted using ServerView Operations Manager or the ID indicator blue on ID button on the front panel for easy identification no critical event (CSS component) yellow on prefailure detected (CSS component) CSS indicator yellow CSS component failure...
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Appendix Buttons Pos. Button Function This button highlights the ID indicator on the front and ID button I/O panels for easy server identification. This button is used to reboot the system. It can be pressed using the end of a paper clip. Reset button CAUTION! Risk of data loss!
Appendix 17.4 Minimum startup configuration Field Replaceable Units (FRU) If the server does not start up or other problems occur, it may be necessary to take the system down to its most basic configuration in order to isolate the defective component. The minimum startup configuration consists of the following components and cables: Component...
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Appendix Ê Take the system down to its minimum startup configuration. Ê Reconnect the AC power cords to the power supply units and secure them with PSU cable brackets as described in section "Connecting the server to the mains" on page 125.