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Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Operating Manual

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PRIMERGY BX620 S4
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Operating Manual
Edition September 2008

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  • Page 1 PRIMERGY BX620 S4 2-way Server Blade Operating Manual Edition September 2008...

  • Page 2: Copyright And Trademarks

    DIN EN ISO 9001:2000. cognitas. Gesellschaft für Technik-Dokumentation mbH www.cognitas.de Copyright and Trademarks Copyright © 2008 Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH. Alle Rechte vorbehalten. Liefermöglichkeiten und technische Änderungen vorbehalten. Alle verwendeten Hard- und Softwarenamen sind Handelsnamen und/oder Warenzeichen der jeweiligen Hersteller.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Introduction ......5 Overview of the Documentation ....6 Features .
  • Page 4 Contents BIOS Setup ......45 Entering the BIOS Setup ....47 Navigating in the BIOS Setup .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction The PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Dual-Socket Server Blade is another model of the highly compact and powerful BX6xx server blades. It is designed for the PRIMERGY BX600 S3 basic unit but can also be operated in the BX600 S2 basic unit.

  • Page 6: Overview Of The Documentation

    Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation available on the Internet can be found using the URL: http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com. The PRIMERGY server documentation can be accessed using the Industry standard servers navigation option. If you need a replacement copy of the ServerBooks DVD, send the...
  • Page 7 – “Helpdesk” (leaflet with worldwide helpdesk telephone numbers) – “BIOS Setup” (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD supplied) – “PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Server Blade Options Guide” (PDF file available on the ServerBooks DVD supplied) The “Options Guide describes” the server blade expansion and modification options.

  • Page 8: Features

    Features Introduction Features In the BX620 S4 Server Blade, one (basic configuration) or two dual-core ® ® processors of type Intel XEON DC ensure extremely high data throughput and system performance. For how to upgrade processors, see the Options Guide; for how to replace processors, see the Service Supplement.
  • Page 9 Introduction Features The hard disk modules can be replaced or added while the system is running (hot-plug), without having to take off the server blade cover. How to install/replace hard disk modules is described in chapter “Hot-Plug Compo- nents” on page Storage Modules The hard disks are controlled by a storage module (controller) that can be plugged into the motherboard and which may also have additional functions.
  • Page 10 Features Introduction – 4 Gbit/s Fibre Channel I/O module (PCIe), enables transfer rates of 1, 2 or 4 Gbit/s and supports multiple FC storage subsystems with the corresponding versions. This I/O module can only be operated in a BX600 S3 basic unit with an FC Switch Blade Brocade SW-4016 D4.
  • Page 11 ASR&R (Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart) restarts the system in the case of an error and automatically "hides" the defective system compo- nents. The PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens Computers analyzes and monitors all components that are important for system reliability.
  • Page 12 PRIMERGY servers have a service-friendly, modular architecture which allows quick and simple maintenance. The flash-EPROM program supplied with the utilities from Fujitsu Siemens Computers enables fast BIOS updating via the USB interface. Global Flash also allows the BIOS and BMC firmware to be updated remotely.

  • Page 13: Notational Conventions

    Introduction Notational conventions Notational conventions The following notational conventions are used in this manual: indicates commands or menu items. Text in italics “Quotation marks” indicate names of chapters and terms that are being emphasized. Ê describes activities that must be performed in the order shown.

  • Page 14: Technical Data

    Technical Data Introduction Technical Data Electrical specifications Power consumption ~ 380 W (full configuration) Thermal dissipation Min. ~ 750 kJ/h, max. ~ 1000 kJ/h Compliance with regulations and standards Product safety and IEC 60950-1 / EN 60950-1, UL/CSA 60950-1, ergonomics CNS 14336 / GB 4943 / EN 50371 Electromagnetic FCC class A...
  • Page 15 Introduction Technical Data Mechanical Specifications Width 286 mm Depth 470 mm (520 mm incl. handles and plugs) Height 43 mm (1 slot in basic unit) Weight Max. 7,0 kg (depending on the configuration). Ambient conditions Environment class 3K2 EN 60721 / IEC 721 Part 3-3 Environment class 2K2 EN 60721 / IEC 721 Part 3-2 Temperature:...

  • Page 17: Overview: Installation Procedure

    Overview: Installation Procedure This chapter provides an overview of the steps you must perform to install your server blade in the PRIMERGY BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit. The links take you to the sections with more detailed descriptions of the individual steps. For information on installing and operating the basic unit, see the BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit operating manual (see “Related Publi-...
  • Page 18 Overview: Installation Procedure – Local installation with or without ServerStart The local installation is the least convenient method. It is only recom- mended if the requirements for a remote installation or cloning are not met. If you want to use an operating system that is not supported by ServerStart, you can of course install it directly without ServerStart.

  • Page 19: Important Information

    Important Information This chapter provides safety instructions which you must observe when handling your server blade. Notes on Safety The following safety instructions are also provided in the manual “Safety notes and other important information”. This device complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing equipment.
  • Page 20 Notes on Safety Important Information Before starting up CAUTION! During installation and before operating the device, observe the instructions on environmental conditions for your device (see section “Technical Data” on page 14). If the server has been moved from a cold environment, condensation may form both inside and on the outside of the machine.
  • Page 21 Important Information Notes on Safety CAUTION! In emergencies (e.g. damaged casing, controls or cables, penetration of liquids or foreign bodies), switch off the server immediately, remove all power plugs and contact your sales outlet or customer service team. Proper operation of the system (in accordance with IEC 60950/EN 60950) is only ensured if the casing is completely assembled and the rear covers for the installation slots have been fitted (electric shock, cooling, fire protection, interference...
  • Page 22 Notes on Safety Important Information Working with CDs/DVDs and CD/DVD drives When working with devices with CD/DVD drives, these instructions must be followed. CAUTION! Only use CDs/DVDs that are in perfect condition in your server's CD/DVD drive, in order to prevent data loss, equipment damage and injury.
  • Page 23 Important Information Notes on Safety Batteries CAUTION! Incorrect replacement of batteries may lead to a risk of explosion. The batteries may only be replaced with identical batteries or with a type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not throw batteries into the trash can. They must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations concerning special waste.
  • Page 24 Notes on Safety Important Information Modules with Electrostatic-Sensitive Devices Modules with electrostatic-sensitive devices are identified by the following sticker: Figure 2: ESD label When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must always observe the following points: Switch off the system and remove the power plugs from the power outlets before installing or removing components with ESDs.

  • Page 25: Ce Conformity

    Important Information CE conformity Keep this Operating Manual and the additional documentation (e.g. Options Guide, DVD) with the device. If you pass the system on to someone else, you should also give them the complete documentation. CE conformity The system complies with the requirements of the EC directives 2004/108/EC regarding “Electromagnetic Compatibility”...

  • Page 26: Environmental Protection

    Important Information Environmental protection Environmentally-friendly product design and development This product has been designed in accordance with the Fujitsu Siemens Computers standard for “environmentally friendly product design and devel- opment”. This means that key factors such as durability, selection and labeling of materials, emissions, packaging, ease of dismantling and recycling have been taken into account.
  • Page 27 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 Siemens Computers branch or from our recycling center in Paderborn: Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH...

  • Page 29: Installing The Hardware

    Installing the Hardware ATTENTION! Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter “Important Information” on page The server blade must not be exposed to extreme environmental conditions (see “Ambient conditions” on page 15). It must be protected from dust, humidity and heat. The server blade must be given time to acclimatize to its operating environment (acclimatization time) before commencing operation.

  • Page 30: Unpacking The Server Blade

    Make sure you observe the safety notes and the information on handling electrostatic-sensitive devices in the section “Notes on Safety” on page PRIMERGY BX620 S4 server blades are not for use in slots 4 an 10 of the PRIMERGY BX600 S2 basic unit. Operating Manual BX620 S4...
  • Page 31 Installing the Hardware Installing the BX620 S3 Server Blade Removing the Dummy Module Any unused slots in the BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit are fitted with appro- priate dummy modules to comply with the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) regulations and ensure sufficient cooling of the system components. To add a server blade, you must first remove the dummy module from the corre- sponding slot.
  • Page 32 Installing the BX620 S3 Server Blade Installing the Hardware ATTENTION! Keep the dummy module for future use. If a server blade is removed again and not replaced with a new one, the dummy module must be reinstalled because of cooling, fire protection and EMC regulations. Install the dummy module in the same way as the server blade (see page 32).
  • Page 33 Installing the Hardware Installing the BX620 S3 Server Blade Ê Undo the locking mechanism of the handles of the server blade by first pressing the green inside touch points of the two handles (1) at the same time. Ê Then turn the locking handles outward (2) into the unlocked position.
  • Page 34 Installing the BX620 S3 Server Blade Installing the Hardware Ê Press the locking handles inward until the locking mechanism engages fully. Figure 5: Final engaging of the locking mechanism Removing the BX620 S4 Server Blade Remove the server blade in the same way as the dummy module (see “Removing the Dummy Module”...

  • Page 35: Connecting The Bx620 S4 Server Blade

    Installing the Hardware Connecting the BX620 S2 Server Blade Connecting the BX620 S4 Server Blade All the connections required for operating the BX620 S4 Server Blade are made via the midplane of the basic unit. When you install the server blade in the blade server chassis, connections to the following modules on the back of the basic unit are made automatically by means of plug connectors: –...

  • Page 36: Connecting External Devices

    Connecting the BX620 S2 Server Blade Installing the Hardware 4.4.1 Connecting External Devices The BX620 S4 Server Blade has a combined USB/VGA port on the front (1). Figure 6: USB/VGA connection on the BX620 S4 Server Blade and special cable Connecting an external device via the USB/VGA port of the server blade requires a special cable with two USB plugs (2) and a VGA plug (3).

  • Page 37: Installation And Operation

    Installation and Operation ATTENTION! Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter “Important Infor- mation” on page This chapter explains how to set up and operate the BX620 S4 Server Blade once you have installed it in the basic unit. –...

  • Page 38: Control And Connection Panel

    Control and Connection Panel Installation and Operation Control and Connection Panel Figure 7: BX620 S4 Server Blade: control panel The following display, control and connection elements are available (figure 7 on page 38): Operating Manual BX620 S4...
  • Page 39 Installation and Operation Control and Connection Panel Voltage/Selection indicator (two-color LED) Dark: The BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit is off, 5 V standby voltage is not present, or the server blade is not installed properly. Glows Server blade is running. green: Glows Server blade is off but basic unit is running (5 V standby...
  • Page 40 Control and Connection Panel Installation and Operation KVM/MP error indicator (two-color LED) Dark: KVM has not been activated for this server blade. Glows KVM has been activated for this server blade. green: Flashes KVM has not been activated for this server blade, and orange: this blade has been deactivated to save energy.

  • Page 41: Switching The Server Blade On/Off

    Installation and Operation Switching the BX620 S3 Server Blade On/Off Hard disk drive indicator (orange LED) Dark: No error Glows Server blade is on and hard disk drive has an error. orange: Flashes Reconstruction (RAID message) slowly (1Hz) Flashes Identification of hard disk localization (RAID message) quickly (3Hz) Switching the Server Blade On/Off ATTENTION!

  • Page 42: Configuring The Server Blade

    (for further information see the RemoteDeploy manual on the ServerBooks DVD (version 5.210 or later)). The optional RemoteDeploy software package can be obtained from the Fujitsu Siemens customer service center (order number U15000-C180). Reference Installation A reference installation of a server blade performed using ServerStart is used as the basis for a clone image.
  • Page 43 Installation and Operation Configuring the BX620 S3 Server Blade Connecting a CD-ROM drive and floppy disk drive to the server blade via USB Ê Connect the breakout cable to the USB/VGA port on the front of the relevant server blade (figure 6 on page 36).

  • Page 44: Updating The Firmware (Bios And Bmc)

    Installation and Operation Updating the Firmware (BIOS and BMC) All the files required for updating the server blade components are available from http://download.fujitsu-siemens.com. You can update both the firmware of the server blade BIOS and the firmware of the server blade BMC.

  • Page 45: Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup In the BIOS Setup you can set the system functions and the hardware configu- ration of a server blade. The scope of the displayed BIOS parameters may differ depending on the configuration. The server blade comes with default settings in effect. You can change these settings in the BIOS Setup.
  • Page 46 BIOS Setup Security – Security Settings Supervisor Password / User Password [ 54] Change Supervisor Password [ 54] Change User Password [ 54] Clear User Password [ 54] Password Check [ 55] Supervisor Password Lock [ 55] Server – Server Configuration ASR&R [ 56] OS Boot Watchdog Timer [ 57] Boot Retry Counter [ 57]...

  • Page 47: Entering The Bios Setup

    BIOS Setup Entering the BIOS Setup The following sections describe how to call up and use the BIOS setup as well as the individual menus and possible settings. Entering the BIOS Setup Ê Start the server blade (cold or warm start). Ê...
  • Page 48 Navigating in the BIOS Setup BIOS Setup Menu bar Use the À and  cursor keys to select a menu Main, Advanced, ...). Workspace The workspace (left part of the screen) contains the information for the selected menu and the settings you can make. Use the Ê and Ë cursor keys to select a menu item.

  • Page 49: Main Menu

    BIOS Setup Main Menu Main Menu Figure 9: Main menu Version Indicates the basic AMI version. Build Date Indicates the creation date of the BIOS version. BIOS Version Indicates the BIOS version. BMC F/W Version Indicates the firmware version of the baseboard management controller. System Time / System Date Sets the system time and date.

  • Page 50: Advanced Menu

    Advanced Menu BIOS Setup Sync RTC with Mgmt. Blade Switches synchronization of the real-time clock with the time of the management blade on (Enabled) or off (Disabled). Size Indicates the size of the available main memory. Advanced Menu Figure 10: Advanced menu Reset Configuration Data Defines whether the configuration data is reinitialized when the server blade is started.

  • Page 51: Peripheral Configuration

    BIOS Setup Advanced Menu PCI Configuration Calls a submenu for setting up the PCI slots and PCI components on the system board (see section “PCI Configuration” on page 52). CPU Configuration Calls a submenu for defining the CPU settings. 6.4.1 Peripheral Configuration The Peripheral Configuration submenu contains the following items: Serial 1...

  • Page 52: Pci Configuration

    Disabled. Default is Enabled. With this option you can make performance settings for exceeding applications. Fujitsu Siemens Computers recommends for standart applica- tions not to deviate from the default settings. Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Defines whether the a prefetch to adjacent cacheline sectors is Enabled or Disabled.
  • Page 53 BIOS Setup Advanced Menu Vanderpool Technology Defines whether the hardware support of the CPU for „Virtual Machine Monitor“ software Enabled or Disabled. Via this option the hardware support of the CPU for software can be activated which permits the running of more than one operating system at the same time. Default is Enabled.

  • Page 54: Security Menu

    Security menu BIOS Setup Default is Disabled. Security menu Figure 11: Security menu Supervisor Password / User Password Indicates whether a supervisor or user password has been defined (Installed) or not (Not installed). Change Supervisor Password When you press Enter, a window is opened in which you can define a supervisor password.
  • Page 55 BIOS Setup Security menu Password Check Defines whether a password must be entered when the system is started. When the BIOS Setup is called up, a password is always requested if one has been defined. You can enter either the supervisor password or the user password (if defined).

  • Page 56: Server Menu

    Server Menu BIOS Setup Server Menu Figure 12: Server menu ASR&R Opens a submenu for defining the restart behavior after a shutdown due to an error. CPU Status Opens a submenu for setting the CPU status. Memory Status Opens a submenu for activating and deactivating memory modules. Console Redirection Opens a submenu for setting up terminal communication.

  • Page 57: Asr&R

    BIOS Setup Server Menu 6.6.1 ASR&R The ASR&R submenu contains the following items: OS Boot Watchdog Timer Defines whether the system is restarted (Enabled) or not (Disabled) if the operating system cannot establish a connection to the server management process within a defined period of time. In this case, the server management firmware assumes a system startup error.
  • Page 58 Server Menu BIOS Setup CPUx Status Defines whether the selected CPU can be used for booting (Enabled) or not (Disabled). The current boot CPU is marked by an asterisk (*). You should only disable a CPU if it has reported an internal error. The error is recorded in the system event log, which you can view with the SCU (Server Configuration Utility) or the RemoteView or ServerView programs.

  • Page 59: Memory Status

    BIOS Setup Server Menu 6.6.3 Memory Status The Memory Status submenu contains the following items: Memory Mirror Switches memory mirroring on (Mirror) or off (Disabled). Mirroring occurs between two branches. DIMM x,y Sets the current status of the memory modules: Enabled If the bank is fitted, the memory module is used by the system.

  • Page 60: Boot Menu

    Boot Menu BIOS Setup Boot Menu Figure 13: Boot menu Bootup Num-Lock If Num-Lock is set to On, the keyboard is set to Num Lock after booting (the Num LED glows). Boot Device Priority Opens a submenu for defining the order in which the existing devices are searched for the system files that the system BIOS requires for booting.

  • Page 61: Exit Menu

    BIOS Setup Exit Menu Exit Menu Figure 14: Exit menu Save Changes and Exit Saves all parameter changes and terminates the BIOS Setup. Discard Changes and Exit Discards all parameter changes and terminates the BIOS Setup. Load Previous Value Resets all the parameters to the values that were in effect when the BIOS Setup was called up.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting And Tips

    Troubleshooting and Tips ATTENTION! Make sure you observe the safety notes in the chapter “Important Infor- mation” on page How to handle errors that may occur while operating server blades in the basic unit is described in the BX600 S2 or BX600 S3 basic unit operating manual (see “Related Publications”...

  • Page 65: Hot-Plug Components

    Hot-Plug Components This chapter describes how to replace or add hot-plug components in your BX620 S4 Server Blade while the system is running. ATTENTION Only hard disk modules can be added or replaced while the system is running. For all other system components, the server blade must be switched off and in most cases must also be removed from the basic unit (except when installing a storage module) so that the cover can be opened.

  • Page 66: Installing A Hard Disk Module

    Hard Disk Drives Hot-Plug Components 8.1.1 Installing a Hard Disk Module Removing the Dummy Module Empty bays contain dummy modules which must be removed before installing a hard disk module: Figure 15: Dummy module – Press together the two tabs on the dummy module until the locking mechanism (A) is released, and pull the dummy module out of the bay.
  • Page 67 Hot-Plug Components Hard Disk Drives Installing the Hard Disk Module Figure 16: Hot-pluggable hard disk module – Press the green ejection tab (1) to the left and open the locking lever (2). – Keeping the locking lever open, push the hard disk module as far as possible into the bay of the server blade.

  • Page 68: Replacing A Hard Disk Module

    Hard Disk Drives Hot-Plug Components Figure 17: Inserting and engaging the hard disk module – Swivel the locking lever toward the housing in the direction of the arrow and press on it until it engages. Make sure you do not press on the ejection tab with the punched-out triangle.
  • Page 69 Hot-Plug Components Hard Disk Drives Ê Install the new hard disk module as described under “Installing the Hard Disk Module” on page ATTENTION! If you have removed the hard disk module and do not replace it with a new one, the dummy module must be reinstalled to comply with EMC regulations, cooling requirements and fire protection measures.

  • Page 71: Abbreviations

    Abbreviations ASR&R Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart Advanced Technology Attachment BIOS Basic Input-Output System Compact Disk Communication Central Processing Unit DBMS Database Management System Dual Core Double Data Rate (RAM) DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module Digital Versatile Disk Error Correcting Code Error Detection Code Operating Manual BX620 S4...
  • Page 72 Abbreviations Electromagnetic Compatibility Electrostatic Discharge Fully Buffered DIMMs Fibre Channel Front Side Bus Global Array Manager Hard Disk Drive Height Unit Input/Output Identification Integrated Drive Electronics Internet Protocol iSCSI Internet Small Computer System Interface over IP Local Area Network Operating Manual BX620 S4...
  • Page 73 Abbreviations Liquid Crystal Display Light-Emitting Diode Manually Retention Latch Network Interface Card Non Maskable Interrupt Peripheral Component Interconnect Prefailure Detection and Analyzing POST Power On Self Test Power Supply Unit RAID Redundant Arrays of Independent Disks Read-Only Memory Storage Area Network Serial Attached SCSI SATA Serial Advanced Technology Attachment...
  • Page 74 Abbreviations Single Connector Attachment SCSI Small Computer System Interface Server Configuration Utility Small Form Factor Pluggable TCP/IP Offload Engine Universal Serial Bus Video Graphics Adapter Vital Product Data Wakeup on LAN Operating Manual BX620 S4...

  • Page 75: Related Publications

    The current versions of the required manuals may be downloaded for free from the Internet as PDF files. The overview page showing the online documentation available on the Internet can be found at the URL: http://manuals.fujitsu- siemens.com. The server PRIMERGY documentation can be accessed using the Industry standard servers navigation option.
  • Page 76 Related Publications [12] PRIMERGY BX600 S3 Basic Unit Operating Manual [13] PRIMERGY BX620 S4 Options Guide [14] PRIMERGY ServerView Suite ServerStart User Manual [15] PRIMERGY ServerView Suite ServerView S2 Servermanagement User Manual [16] PRIMERGY ServerView Suite ServerView Servermanagement User Manual...

  • Page 77: Index

    Index install Acclimatization time server blade server ambient conditions ASR&R electrical specifications availability electromagnetic compatibility 14, electrostatic-sensitive devices battery (ESD) BIOS Setup EMC directive Advanced menu environment class Advanced menu, PCI environmental protection Configuration Error Correcting Code Advanced menu, Peripheral ESD (electrostatic-sensitive Configuration devices)
  • Page 78 Index Low Voltage Directive 14, server blade connection panel control elements meaning of the symbols control panel memory dummy module SDRAM hard disk drives 8, indicator elements memory norms and standards server management notational conventions ServerStart notes on safety reference installation ServerView supported functions On/Off button...
  • Page 79 Index ventilation space weight Operating Manual BX620 S4...
  • Page 81 Information on this document On April 1, 2009, Fujitsu became the sole owner of Fujitsu Siemens Compu- ters. This new subsidiary of Fujitsu has been renamed Fujitsu Technology So- lutions. This document from the document archive refers to a product version which was released a considerable time ago or which is no longer marketed.

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