Fujitsu Primergy RX100 S2 User Manual

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Areas Covered

Before Reading This Manual

This section explains the notes for your safety and conventions used in this manual. Make sure to read this

section.

Chapter 1

Overview

Chapter 2

Checking before OS Installation

Chapter 3

OS Installation Using ServerStart

Chapter 4

Manual OS Installation

Chapter 5

Operations after OS Installation

Chapter 6

High Reliability Tools

Chapter 7

Installing Internal Options

Chapter 8

Hardware Configuration/Utilities

Chapter 9

Operation and Maintenance

Appendix

This chapter explains component names and basic operations of this server, as well as an

overview of the software provided with this server. In addition, the workflow, from placing

the server to starting the operation, is also described.

This chapter explains the preparation on the server and cautions necessary before OS

installation. Please read this chapter before starting installation.

This chapter explains how to install the OS in the server using ServerStart.

This chapter explains how to install the OS in the server without using ServerStart.

This chapter explains the operations to be performed after OS installation. Be sure to perform

those operations before operating the server.

For stable PRIMERGY server operations, we recommend that high reliability tools be

installed. This chapter explains the installation and necessary settings of high reliability tools.

This chapter explains how to install internal options on this server.

This chapter explains how to make the environment settings necessary to operate the server.

This chapter explains the operations necessary after starting to use this server as well as daily

care and maintenance.

This appendix explains the specifications for the server and internal options. It also covers

how to recycle the products.

PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User's Guide

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Page 1 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Areas Covered Before Reading This Manual This section explains the notes for your safety and conventions used in this manual. Make sure to read this section. Chapter 1 Overview This chapter explains component names and basic operations of this server, as well as an overview of the software provided with this server.
Page 2: For Your Safety
Note that data protection is not guaranteed when repairs are performed. It is the customer's responsibility to maintain backup copies in advance. In case of data loss, Fujitsu assumes no liability for data maintenance or restoration and damages that occur as a result of the data loss for any reason, except for items covered under warranty.
Page 3 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Remarks ■ Warning Descriptions Various symbols are used throughout this manual. These are used to emphasize important points for your safety and that of others. The following are the symbols and their meanings: Ignoring this symbol could be potentially lethal.
Page 4 Click [Start] → [Programs] → [Accessories]. ■ Abbreviations The following expressions and abbreviations are used throughout this manual. table: Abbreviations of Product Names Product name Expressions and abbreviations PRIMERGY RX100 S2 This server or the server ® ™ Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition Microsoft...
Page 5: Reference Information
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Reference Information ■ Software Manuals Software Manual contains other reference information and cautions for ServerStart not described in this manual. Please read it before using ServerStart. Software Manual is contained as a "README.TXT" file in the root directory on the ServerStart CD- ROM.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Contents Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 RX100 S2 ..........14 1.2 Supplied Software .
Page 8 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.1 Guided mode ......... 54 3.1.1 Starting Up the Guided Mode .
Page 9 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 4.3 Installing the LAN Driver ......120 4.3.1 Installing the LAN Driver (Windows Server 2003) .
Page 10 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.1 Before Installing Internal Options ..... . 162 7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover ....164 7.2.1 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover .
Page 11 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 8.2.15 Console Redirection Submenu .......214 8.2.16 Exit Menu .
Page 12 B.4 Power Cord Selection ........263 C Remote Control Function and Console Redirection .
Page 13 Chapter 1 Overview This chapter explains an overview of the system hardware and software. In addition, the workflow, from placing the server to starting the operation, is also described. 1.1 RX100 S2 ........1.2 Supplied Software .
Page 14: Chapter 1 Overview
Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 RX100 S2 This server has the following features. ■ High Reliability ● Disk Array System Configuration A disk array system (RAID 0/1) can be configured using an optional RAID card. ● Hardware and Software Designed for Data Security The locks on the rack and security (password) setting in the BIOS Setup Utility protect hardware and data assets in the server against theft, ensuring data security with high reliability.
Page 15 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ● Maximum Memory Size of 4GB In addition to the preinstalled 256MB memory, the system supports up to 4GB memory. ● Maximum Hard Disk Size of 293.6GB Up to two internal hard disk units can be installed in the 3.5-inch storage bays. The hard disk size can be increased up to 293.6GB.
Page 16: Supplied Software
Chapter 1 Overview 1.2 Supplied Software ServerStart for supporting setup and high reliability tools for avoiding problems during server operation are supplied with this server. 1.2.1 Setup Support Tool - ServerStart ServerStart is a setup support tool that helps to install PRIMERGY. It offers easy server installation and proper installation of recommended drivers.
Page 17 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ● Configuration File (SerStartBatch.ini) A configuration file stores the server setup and client information configured in ServerStart. To create a configuration file, use the ServerStart floppy disk supplied with this server. Store only one file on each floppy disk.
Page 18: Network Configuration
Chapter 1 Overview ● Toolbar In Guided Mode / Expert Mode Brings you to Brings you to Changes the size Ends ServerStart. the next page. the previous page. of icons. Brings you to Brings you up Resets the status ON/OFF of the tree display is set. the main screen.
Page 19: High Reliability Tools
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Automatic Driver Installation Recommended drivers for automatically recognized expansion cards are installed with the server. This prevents possible mistakes in driver installation, such as installation of an older version or drivers which were not supplied with this server.
Page 20 Chapter 1 Overview ■ System Diagnosis Support Tools The system diagnosis support tool is for supporting system diagnosis during normal operation or in the event of trouble. ● Solving Problems Early [DSNAP] DSNAP is a command line utility that collects all the failure investigation information. System file configuration information, major registry settings, and event logs can be collected easily from the command line.
Page 21: Installing High Reliability Tools
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 1.2.3 Installing High Reliability Tools You can install all high reliability tools provided with PRIMERGY by specifying them in "Application Wizard" when the OS is installed with ServerStart. The following high reliability tools are installed.
Page 22: Component Names And Functions
Chapter 1 Overview 1.3 Component Names and Functions This section explains the component names and functions of the server. 1.3.1 Server (Front View) a Internal CD-ROM drive unit (optional) Reads data or programs from a CD-ROM. b Floppy disk drive unit Writes/reads data to/from a floppy disk.
Page 23: Server (Rear View)
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide i System identification LED ( This LED is used for maintenance. When pressing this button, the front and rear system identification LEDs are lit blue so that the locations of devices being maintained can be determined.
Page 24 Chapter 1 Overview f LAN connector A ( An Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable is plugged in. For 1000Mbps connection, a cable conforming to category 5 enhanced is required. As LAN connector A uses the Communication Streaming Architecture (CSA) port, its data transfer speed may be higher than that of LAN connector B.
Page 25: Server (Internal)
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 1.3.3 Server (Internal) a System fan Contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide" for the system fan replacement. b PCI slots Expansion cards with the PCI bus interface can be installed in the PCI slots.
Page 26: Baseboard
Chapter 1 Overview 1.3.4 Baseboard [Rear] [Front] a Memory slots b Power control connector The power unit cable is plugged in. c ATX power connector The power unit cable is plugged in. d ATX12V power connector The ATX12V power unit connector cable is plugged in. e Fan 6/7 connector The system fan 6/7 cable is plugged in.
Page 27 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide l Floppy disk drive connector m Power connector for CD-ROM drive The power cable for the optional CD-ROM drive is plugged in. n JP3 (Fixed) o JP4 (Fixed) p Card locking frame connector An expansion card locking frame is installed.
Page 28: Standard Operations
Chapter 1 Overview 1.4 Standard Operations This section explains standard server operations, including how to turn the server on/ off and to insert/eject a floppy disk. 1.4.1 Opening the Rack Door This section explains how to open the front and rear doors of the 40U standard rack. Refer to the manual included with the rack for procedures on opening other rack doors.
Page 29 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Turn the handle in the direction of the arrow and pull it forward. Turn and then pull ■ Opening the Rear Door Turn the rack key and pull the rack handle up.
Page 30: Turning On The Server
When operating the device outside of this operating environment, the server may operate improperly, damage data etc. Furthermore, Fujitsu cannot be held responsible for any related damage, malfunction, or loss of data, etc. • The fans rotate at high speed immediately after the server is turned on, but this is not defective.
Page 31: Turning Off The Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Press the power switch of the monitor and peripheral devices. Press the power switch on the front of the server. The server's power LED is lit green. When the power is turned on, the server Power On Self Test (POST).
Page 32 Chapter 1 Overview Press the power switch on the front of the server. The server's power LED is lit amber. Power switch The server's power LED is lit amber Turn off the display and peripheral devices. The time to turn off the server can be set with the ASR setting (on the [Power On/Off] tab) using ServerView supplied with this server.
Page 33: Inserting And Ejecting A Floppy Disk
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 1.4.4 Inserting and Ejecting a Floppy Disk ■ Cautions When using a floppy disk, note the following points. • Do not expose the disk to any fluids. • Do not open the shutter of the floppy disk and touch the disk surface.
Page 34: Inserting And Ejecting A Cd-Rom
Chapter 1 Overview 1.4.5 Inserting and Ejecting a CD-ROM CD-ROM drive is available as an option for this server. ■ Cautions for Handling CD-ROM Drive • Use the drive in a dry place with low airborne dust levels. Entry of water, a paper clip, or other liquids or metal objects can cause electric shock or failures.
Page 35 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Inserting the CD-ROM Make sure the server is turned on and press the CD-ROM eject button. The CD-ROM tray comes out a little. CD-ROM eject button Pull the CD-ROM tray out. CD-ROM tray Place the CD-ROM at the center of the tray.
Page 36 Chapter 1 Overview ■ Ejecting the CD-ROM ■ To eject the CD-ROM, press the CD-ROM eject button (EJECT) in the same way as steps 1 to 2 in " Inserting the CD-ROM" ( pg.35).
Page 37: Workflow
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 1.5 Workflow Use the following workflow from server installation to start of operation. Installing the server Referring to "Safety Precautions" and "Start Guide", install the server to a suitable place. Preparing the server - Install Internal options - Set hardware Referring to "2.1 Preparation on the server", "Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options", and...
Page 38 Chapter 1 Overview...
Page 39 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation This chapter explains the preparation on the server and cautions necessary before OS installation. Please read this chapter before starting installation. 2.1 Preparation on the Server ......2.2 Selecting the Installation Method .
Page 40: Chapter 2 Checking Before Os Installation
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation 2.1 Preparation on the Server Before starting installation, install internal options to the server and perform necessary hardware settings. 2.1.1 Installing Internal Options Internal options are classified into those that must be installed before the OS installation and those that must be installed after the OS installation.
Page 41: Hardware Settings
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 2.1.2 Hardware Settings Before starting installation, set up necessary hardware configurations using the BIOS Setup Utility. ■ BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility must be set in the following cases. For details on how to set the BIOS Setup Utility, refer to "8.2 BIOS Setup Utility"...
Page 42 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation Exit the BIOS Setup Utility and turn off the server. You can turn the power on from a client (via a LAN) by utilizing the Wakeup on LAN (WOL) function. Refer to "5.5.5 Turning the Power On via a LAN" ( pg.148). Be sure to install ServerView to control the power supply via a LAN.
Page 43: Selecting The Installation Method
To set up multiple servers with the same model and configuration, refer to "3.5 Installation on Multiple (the Second and Subsequent) Servers" ( pg.103). Linux For the use of Linux, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY What OS will you use? website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com).
Page 44: Precautions On Installation
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation 2.3 Precautions on Installation Read the following notes before starting OS installation. 2.3.1 Installation Partition Size For installation using ServerStart, the installation partition size can be set as follows, depending on the OS to be installed and format. table: Installation Partition Size Available size Windows Server 2003...
Page 45: Notes On A Multiple Lan Adapter Configuration
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Checking before OS Installation • When removing the hard disk unit If you configure the RAID with ServerStart, use the Background Initialization function for the arrays. Before removing the hard disk unit, make sure that the disk has already been initialized by the RAID Management Tool or others.
Page 46: Expansion Cards Supported By Serverstart
Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation ■ License for Use of System for ServerStart "License for Use of System for ServerStart" linked from the ServerStart startup window is a license for use of Windows PE contained in the ServerStart CD-ROM. Windows PE for starting up ServerStart can be only used for installing Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 Server provided under a separate legal license.
Page 47: Cautions For Manual Installation
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 2.3.6 Cautions for Manual Installation ■ Notes on Using a RAID Card In addition to the completion of RAID card configuration, the hard disk under the RAID card must be initialized before the OS is installed. To check the RAID card configuration, start up WebBIOS. For more details, refer to "PRIMERGY ServerBooks"...
Page 48: Preparation For Using Serverstart On A Client Computer
Insert the ServerStart CD-ROM into the client computer's CD-ROM drive. The [ServerStart Launcher] window appears. When the [ServerStart Launcher] window does not appear, execute "Launcher.exe" in the CD- ROM. Confirm that the [Install Fujitsu ServerStart] is checked, then click [OK]. The Windows installer starts and the Setup window appears.
Page 49 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Next]. The [License Agreement] window appears. Select [I accept the license agreement] and click [Next]. The [User Information] window appears. Enter the user information of the software and click [Next]. The [Installation Folder] window appears.
Page 50 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation Specify whether or not to copy the contents of the CD. When you select [Yes] for "enable the use of ServerStart without CD.", you can start the preconfiguration mode on the client computer without using the CD-ROM. If you select [Yes], specify the target folder.
Page 51: Uninstalling Serverstart
Select [Fujitsu ServerStart] and click [Remove] (or [Modify]). When the uninstallation is executed successfully, Fujitsu ServerStart is deleted. If [ServerStart - remote installation] has been installed using ServerStart, "FjPXEServer" seems undeleted. Leave it and complete the operation.
Page 52 Chapter 2 Checking before OS Installation...
Page 53 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart This chapter explains how to install the OS in the server using ServerStart. 3.1 Guided mode ....... . . 3.2 Preconfiguration Mode .
Page 54: Chapter 3 Os Installation Using Serverstart
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.1 Guided mode In guided mode, follow the wizard to specify hardware configuration and the OS to be installed, save the information necessary for installation in a configuration file, and install the OS. 3.1.1 Starting Up the Guided Mode Start up the guided mode.
Page 55 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide The network setting window for remote installation appears. Click [OK]. The [Initialization of ServerStart core running] window appears and unattended installation will be started. Depending on the hardware configuration, this process may take a few minutes.
Page 56 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Click [Build a ServerStart Floppy Disk]. Creation of a ServerStart floppy disk starts. When the creation is completed, the "Floppy disk has been created." message appears. Click [OK]. "Please Select your keyboard" window appears. Select your keyboard language from the drop-down list and click [OK].
Page 57 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Prepare & initiate an unattended installation of (OS)]. The guided mode for the selected OS starts up. Start up the wizards to set items in the following procedures. Exiting the wizard returns the display to the guided mode window.
Page 58: Open/Create A Configuration File
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.1.2 Open/create a Configuration File Open a configuration file. Or create a new file. Click [Start here to create a complete configuration file]. The [Open ServerStart Configuration File] window appears. Once a configuration file is opened, another file cannot be opened until you click [Close and save Configuration File].
Page 59: Raid Wizard
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 3.1.3 RAID Wizard Configure RAID. In the guided mode, the RAID wizard is displayed only when a RAID card is installed. When changing the RAID card, delete the physical pack beforehand. For details on how to delete a physical pack, refer to "PRIMERGY ServerBooks"...
Page 60: Disk Wizard
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.1.4 Disk Wizard Create and format hard disk partitions. The disk wizard starts up with the default settings. Be sure to click [MODIFY] to check the settings. Change them as necessary. Click [Disk Wizard: Hard disk partitioning and formatting]. The [Disk Overview] window appears.
Page 61 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Add, remove, or modify partitions as necessary. Partition size of the FAT file system When "FAT" is selected in [File system] and a value equal to or more than 4095MB or "Auto- matic setting" is specified in [Partition size], the size of created partitions will be 4095MB.
Page 62: Os Installation Wizard
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.1.5 OS Installation Wizard Set computer information, user information, and the network protocol. ServerStart can configure multiple network patterns. When configuring a domain controller, refer to "Using ServerStart to configure the Network". The setting window differs depending on the OS to be installed. The following describes operations on Windows Server 2003.
Page 63 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Set items and click [Next]. The [Installation Directory and Time Zone] window appears. Set items and click [Next]. The [User Name] window appears. Set items and click [Next]. The [Display Settings] window appears.
Page 64 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Set items and click [Next]. The [Network Protocol] window appears.
Page 65 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Set items and click [Next]. The [Software Components] window appears.
Page 66 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Set items and click [Next]. The [Services] window appears. Set items and click [leave wizard]. The OS installation wizard closes.
Page 67: Application Wizard
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 3.1.6 Application Wizard Specify installation of supplied applications such as high reliability tools. Click [Application Wizard: Select additional software components]. The application wizard appears. From the [Installable applications] list, select applications to be installed and click [>>].
Page 68: Close/Save The Configuration File
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.1.7 Close/save the Configuration File When settings in all wizards are completed, save the configuration file. Click [Close and save Configuration File]. The [Save ServerStart Configuration File] window appears. Click [Save As]. The configuration file is saved. You can specify any name for the configuration file.
Page 69 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Start]. Clicking [Start now] deletes all disk contents and starts installation. Click [Stop] when you do not perform installation. After 10 seconds, installation starts automatically. • When RAID has been configured, the system restarts.
Page 70 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart The server setup and OS installation have been completed. Refer to "Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation" ( pg.125) and perform necessary procedures before starting server operations.
Page 71: Preconfiguration Mode
When the CD has been copied on Windows 2000 Professional/Windows XP Professional 1. Click [Start] → [Programs] → [Fujitsu ServerStart] → [ServerStart]. ServerStart starts up and the [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears. When Windows NT is used, or if the CD has not been copied 1.
Page 72 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Click [FloppyBuilder]. The [ServerStart FloppyBuilder] window appears. Click [ServerStart Status Diskette]. A message prompting you to insert the floppy disk appears. Insert the ServerStart floppy disk supplied with the server and click [OK]. Set the ServerStart floppy disk in the write-enabled state. Creation of a ServerStart floppy disk starts.
Page 73 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Select the OS to install. The [Preparing Installation] window appears.
Page 74: Configure Settings In Wizards
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.2.2 Configure Settings in Wizards Click the wizards to set items in the following procedures. For setting procedures, refer to description on guided mode wizards ("3.1.2 Open/create a Configuration File" ( pg.58) to "3.1.6 Application Wizard" ( pg.67)).
Page 75: Close/Save The Configuration File
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 3.2.3 Close/save the Configuration File When settings in all wizards are completed, save the configuration file. Click [Close and save Configuration File]. The [Save ServerStart Configuration File] window appears. Click [Save As]. The [ServerStart Session IP Settings] window appears.
Page 76: Starting Os Installation
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.2.4 Starting OS Installation Install the OS to the server using the created configuration file. During installation, do not use the mouse or keyboard unless it is necessary for installation operations. Otherwise, installation may fail. Turn on the server and insert the ServerStart CD-ROM immediately.
Page 77 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Start]. Installation starts. • When RAID has been configured, the system restarts. • If a message prompting you to insert the Service Pack CD-ROM appears, insert the CD-ROM and click [OK]. This message does not appear when Service Pack is not selected.
Page 78: Expert Mode
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.3 Expert Mode In expert mode, start up Disk Manager, format the installation partition, and install the Use the expert mode only when you want to perform installation while maintaining the existing partitions. Use the guided mode for normal installation. 3.3.1 Starting Up the Expert Mode Start up the expert mode.
Page 79 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Install MS Window Server 2003 interactively (expertise required)]. The expert mode starts. Start up the configuration tools to set items in the following procedures. Exiting a tool returns to the display to the expert mode window.
Page 80: Disk Manager
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.3.2 Disk Manager Start up Disk Manager and format the installation partition. Click [Use Disk Manager to partition and format your disk drives]. Disk Manager starts up. Format the OS installation partition. Select the OS installation partition and click the [Partition] menu →...
Page 81: Os Installation Wizard
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 3.3.3 OS Installation Wizard Set computer information, user information, and the network protocol. ServerStart can configure multiple network patterns. When configuring a domain controller, refer to "Using ServerStart to configure the Network". The setting window differs depending on the OS to be installed. The following describes operations on Windows Server 2003.
Page 82: Application Wizard
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.3.4 Application Wizard Specify installation of supplied applications such as high reliability tools. For details on the application wizard, refer to "3.1.6 Application Wizard" ( pg.67). 3.3.5 Starting OS Installation Install the OS to the server. When the installation partition is not empty, a confirmation message appears.
Page 83 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Enter the file name and click [Save As]. Installation starts automatically. • If a message prompting you to insert the Service Pack CD-ROM appears, insert the CD-ROM and click [OK]. This message does not appear when Service Pack is not selected.
Page 84 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart When a message on installation completion appears, press any key. Restart the system. Click [Start] → [Shutdown]. Select [Restart] and click [OK]. The system restarts. When the system restarts, log on to the server using the Administrator account for the local computer.
Page 85: Remote Installation
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 3.4 Remote Installation ServerStart supports remote installation. Before performing remote installation, be sure to read "Cautions for Remote Installation" in the online help. 3.4.1 Overview of Remote Installation Remote installation is a method to save resources necessary for installation, such as the OS and Service Pack, in a different server on the network and install them via the network.
Page 86 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart ● Remote Installation Using a PXE Server In remote installation using a PXE server, the network startup (PXE) function of the PXE server starts up the target server and performs installation in preconfiguration mode. This method is used when the target server does not have a CD-ROM or floppy disk drive.
Page 87: System Requirements For Remote Resource/Pxe Servers
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 3.4.2 System Requirements for Remote Resource/PXE Servers Because remote installation is performed via a network, the environment must have at least one Windows server and a local area network. In addition, the following environment is required.
Page 88: Preparation Of The Pxe Server (When The Pxe Server Is Used)
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart ● Checking Server Free Space The following table shows the amount of free space required for each installation resource. table: Free Space Required for Resources Required free Resource space ServerStart About 650MB Windows Server 2003 644MB Windows 2000 Server 472MB...
Page 89 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Add or Remove Windows Components]. Click the [Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)] service from [Network Services]. The DHCP service is installed. Create and configure a DHCP scope so that the IP address can be distributed.
Page 90 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Select the installation folder and click [Next]. To change the installation folder, click [Browse] and select the folder. The [Select Features] window appears. Configure [ServerStart - remote installation] so that it will be installed. Clicking [Disk Cost] displays the following widow where you can check the amount of free space.
Page 91 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Next]. The [contents tree] window appears. Configure the ServerStart image necessary for network startup (PXE) and click [Next]. The [User account for access to the contents tree] window appears.
Page 92 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Specify the user account for the content tree and click [Next]. The [PXE Server] window appears. Select [yes] when the PXE server performs the DHCP service or select [no] when the DHCP and PXE servers are configured separately. Then click [Next]. The [PXE Server] window appears.
Page 93: Checking Services
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Show Readme file]. The [Readme] window appears. Read the text. When you finish, click [ ] in the upper-right corner of the window to close the [Readme] window. Click [Next]. The image file is copied.
Page 94 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart ● Checking the DHCP Service Perform the following check only when the PXE server performs the DHCP service. On the PXE server, click [Start] → [Programs] → [Administrative Tools] → [DHCP] to start up the DHCP administrative tool. Click [Server Options] and check that the "060 ClassID"...
Page 95: Preparation Of Remote Resources
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click the [Security] tab, add the Guest account, and set the "Read and execute", "View folder contents list", and "Read" access permissions. The preparation of the PXE server has been completed. Then, perform "3.4.4 Preparation of Remote Resources" ( pg.95).
Page 96: Starting Remote Installation Using A Pxe Server
On the PXE server, start up ServerStart. If ServerStart has already been started, you do not have to restart it. → → → If it is not started, click [Start] [Programs] [Fujitsu ServerStart] [ServerStart]. The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears.
Page 97 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Click here to prepare an operating system installation for a PRIMERGY Server]. The [Prepare the installation of an operating system for PRIMERGY Servers] window appears. Click [Creation of a ServerStart Configuration file for the installation of an Microsoft Windows Operating System].
Page 98 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Configure remote installation. 1. Enter the "MAC address of the target system". 2. Select the "PRIMERGY model type". 3. Specify the "Configuration file" containing the installation settings.
Page 99 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [Start Installation]. Installation starts. All disk contents on the target server are deleted. The [ServerStart Boot Manager] window appears. Check that the status is "Waiting for client". Turn on the target server. It is started up via the network (PXE) and installation starts.
Page 100: Starting Remote Installation Using A Remote Resource Server
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.4.6 Starting Remote Installation Using a Remote Resource Server In remote installation using a remote resource server, installation is performed using shared resources on the remote resource server. Perform "3.4.4 Preparation of Remote Resources" ( pg.95) before starting installation. ■...
Page 101 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 2. Click [OK]. The [Initialization of ServerStart core running] window appears and unattended installation will be started. Depending on the hardware configuration, this process may take a few minutes. When the process is completed, the [Create a ServerStart Floppy Disk] window appears.
Page 102 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart The server setup and OS installation have been completed. Refer to "Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation" ( pg.125) and perform necessary procedures before starting server operations. ● In Preconfiguration Mode Create a configuration file. For the creation procedure, refer to "3.2 Preconfiguration Mode"...
Page 103: Installation On Multiple (The Second And Subsequent) Servers
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 3.5 Installation on Multiple (the Second and Subsequent) Servers This chapter explains how to perform installation on multiple servers using ServerStart. By editing the configuration file created for installation on the first server, you can use it for installation on other servers of the same model and configuration.
Page 104: Installation In Guided Mode
Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart 3.5.2 Installation in Guided Mode Edit the configuration file and perform installation in guided mode. Turn on the server and insert the ServerStart CD-ROM immediately. ServerStart starts up and a message appears prompting you to insert the ServerStart floppy disk. Insert the ServerStart floppy disk copied in the preparatory procedure into the floppy disk drive and click [Create].
Page 105: Installation In Preconfiguration Mode
When the CD has been copied on Windows 2000 Professional/Windows XP Professional 1. Click [Start] → [Programs] → [Fujitsu ServerStart] → [ServerStart]. ServerStart starts up and the [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears. When Windows NT is used, or if the CD has not been copied 1.
Page 106 Chapter 3 OS Installation Using ServerStart Insert the ServerStart floppy disk copied in the preparatory procedure into the floppy disk drive and click [Start here to configuration file]. The [Open ServerStart Configuration File] window appears. Specify "SerStartBatch.ini" on drive A and click [Create]. The display returns to the preconfiguration mode window.
Page 107: Chapter 4 Manual Os Installation
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation This chapter explains how to install the OS without using ServerStart. 4.1 Creating Driver Disks ......108 4.2 Starting Manual Installation .
Page 108: Creating Driver Disks
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 4.1 Creating Driver Disks When installing the server manually, it is necessary to create driver installation disks beforehand. Also, driver disks must be created when you add an expansion card during server operation. ■ Preparation for Creating Driver Disks You need floppy disks for driver disks.
Page 109: How To Create Driver Disks
Driver supplied with the expansion card *1: Created from the ServerStart CD-ROM The latest drivers, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com). 4.1.2 How to Create Driver Disks Driver disks are created from the ServerStart CD-ROM using the ServerStart FloppyBuilder function.
Page 110 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation When Windows NT is used, or if the CD has not been copied Insert the ServerStart CD-ROM into the client computer's CD-ROM drive. ServerStart starts up and the [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears. ● When Creating a DOS Floppy Disk on the Server Turn on the server and insert the ServerStart CD-ROM immediately.
Page 111 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [or Insert a ServerStart Floppy Disk to Start ServerStart]. The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears. Eject the ServerStart floppy disk.
Page 112 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation ■ Creating Driver Disks Start up ServerStart and confirm that the [Welcome to ServerStart] window is displayed. Click [FloppyBuilder]. The [ServerStart FloppyBuilder] window appears. Click [Drivers Diskettes]. The [FloppyBuilder Driver Disk] window appears. Click the type of the driver you want to create. Click the driver disk you want to create.
Page 113: Starting Manual Installation
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 4.2 Starting Manual Installation This section explains the procedures for installing the OS manually. 4.2.1 Installing Windows Server 2003 Create driver disks. Prepare necessary drivers before installing Windows Server 2003. Some drivers are created from the ServerStart CD-ROM. For how to create driver disks, refer to "4.1 Creating Driver Disks"...
Page 114 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation The [Windows Server 2003 Setup] window appears. The procedure differs depending on the connection of the installation hard disk. When installing the OS on a hard disk connected via the RAID card: Immediately, the following message appears at the bottom of the window. Press the [F6] key. Press F6 if you need to install a third party SCSI or RAID driver...
Page 115: Before Starting Operation
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Install the chipset driver. 1. Insert the ServerStart CD-ROM into the drive of the server. When the ServerStart window appears, exit ServerStart. 2. Execute the following command on the ServerStart CD-ROM. [CD-ROM drive]:\DRIVERS\ChipSet\Intel\E7210\Setup.exe The installation wizard starts up.
Page 116: Installing Windows 2000 Server
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 4.2.2 Installing Windows 2000 Server Create driver disks. Prepare necessary drivers before installing Windows 2000 Server. Some drivers used with Windows 2000 Server are created from the ServerStart CD-ROM. For how to create driver disks, refer to "4.1 Creating Driver Disks" ( pg.108). If a RAID card is installed, configure the disk array.
Page 117 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 2. When the "Please insert the disk labeled Manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A:" message appears, insert the driver disk created from the ServerStart CD-ROM and press the [Enter] key. The following message appears.
Page 118 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Install the USB 2.0 driver. The procedure differs depending on whether Service Pack 4 is applied to the CD-ROM for the OS used. When Service Pack 4 is applied 1. Insert the ServerStart CD-ROM into the drive of the server. When the ServerStart window appears, exit ServerStart.
Page 119: Installing Linux
The installation of Windows 2000 Server has completed. ● Before Starting Operation After OS installation, refer to "Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation" ( pg.125) and perform the necessary procedures. 4.2.3 Installing Linux For the use of Linux, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com).
Page 120: Installing The Lan Driver
Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation 4.3 Installing the LAN Driver This section explains the procedure for installing the driver. In addition to the case where the OS is installed manually, the driver must be installed when a LAN card is added. 4.3.1 Installing the LAN Driver (Windows Server 2003) The LAN driver installation procedure differs depending on whether the network adapter was recognized during the OS installation.
Page 121: Updating Lan Drivers
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide • When a recognized network adapter is present ■ Perform " Updating LAN Drivers" ( pg.121) on the LAN device name under [Network ■ adapters], then " Installing the LAN Driver" ( pg.122) on [Ethernet controller] under [Other devices].
Page 122 Chapter 4 Manual OS Installation Click [Update Driver] in the [Driver] tab window. The [Welcome to the Hardware Update Wizard] window appears. Select [Install the software automatically] and click [Next]. The driver will be installed. Click [Finish]. Click [Close]. ■ Installing the LAN Driver Perform the following procedures on each [Ethernet controller] under [Other devices] in [Device Manager].
Page 123: Installing The Lan Driver (Windows 2000 Server)
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 4.3.2 Installing the LAN Driver (Windows 2000 Server) Insert the driver disk created from the ServerStart CD-ROM into the server. Right-click the [My Computer] icon on the desktop and select [Manage] from the displayed menu.
Page 124: Latest Drivers
PG-1852 Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT Desktop Adapter PG-1862 Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT Dual Port Server Adapter PG-1882L Intel(R) PRO/1000 MF Server Adapter (LX) PG-1892L Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT Server Adapter 4.3.3 Latest Drivers The latest drivers, refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com).
Page 125 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation This chapter explains the operations to be performed after OS installation. Be sure to perform these operations before operating the server. 5.1 Memory Dump/Paging File Setting ....126 5.2 Creating a Disk for System Recovery .
Page 126: Chapter 5 Operations After Os Installation
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.1 Memory Dump/Paging File Setting Before start operating this server, configure the setting for obtaining memory dump. The setting procedure varies between Windows Server 2003 and Windows 2000 Server. ● Memory Dump If memory dump is set, debugging information will be automatically saved when a STOP error (fatal system error) occurs in the system.
Page 127 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ● Small Memory Dump Minimum amount of useful information for problem identification is recorded. If this option is specified, a new file is created each time the system unexpectedly stops. History of such files is stored in the directory displayed in [Small dump directory].
Page 128 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Set as follows: 1. In the [Write debugging information] section, select the memory dump file type. • Small memory dump (64KB) Minimum information is recorded to the memory dump file. Each time a fatal error occurs, a new file is created in the directory specified in [Small dump directory].
Page 129 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click the [Advanced] tab. Click [Change] in the [Virtual memory] section. The [Virtual Memory] window appears. Specify the drive where the paging file is to be created. In [Drive], select the drive where the system is installed.
Page 130: How To Obtain Memory Dump (For Windows 2000 Server)
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Select [Custom size] and enter a value in [Initial size]. The value depends on the type of the set dump file. Specify a value larger than the value shown in [Recommended] in [Total paging file size for all drives].
Page 131 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide • Required size Installed physical memory × 1.3 ● Kernel Memory Dump Information of only kernel memory space is recorded. When the system unexpectedly stops, the process that records information to the log file is speeded up. According to the amount of memory installed in the server, available area of 50 to 800MB is required for the paging file in the boot volume.
Page 132 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Click the [Advanced] tab and click [Startup and Recovery]. The [Startup and Recovery] window appears. Set as follows: 1. In the [Write debugging information] section, select the memory dump file type. • Small memory dump (2MB or more) Minimum information is recorded to the memory dump file.
Page 133 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Paging File Setting Set up the paging file according to the following procedures: Log on to the server with administrator privileges. Check free space of the drive where the system is installed. ■ Check the required amount of free space according to "...
Page 134 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation Specify the drive where the paging file is to be created. In [Drive], select the drive where the system is installed. The selected drive is displayed in [Drive] in [Paging file size for selected drive]. Specify the [Initial size].
Page 135: Creating A Disk For System Recovery
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 5.2 Creating a Disk for System Recovery If the installation of the OS was performed manually, create a system recovery disk. If the system file, system configuration or environment setting change at startup, etc., are damaged, such data can be reconstructed using the recovery information stored in the created system recovery disk.
Page 136: Creating A System Recovery Disk For Windows 2000 Server
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation When the process is completed, a message appears. Eject the floppy disk according to the message and put a label on it. Label example: Windows Automated System Recovery Disk: Backup.bkf, Created at 12:00 04/ 01/2005 Click [OK] to exit [Backup Utility].
Page 137: Storing The System Setting Information
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 5.3 Storing the System Setting Information Before starting operations, store the configuration information of the BIOS setup utility. By storing this information, the system can be recovered with the stored information in case of a system failure (such as when the information is deleted due to the drain of the built-in battery).
Page 138: How To Store The Bios Information
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.3.1 How to Store the BIOS Information Store the BIOS information according to the following procedures: Before starting the operation, if the "OS Boot Monitoring" function of ServerView is enabled, disable it (it is disabled by default). If you start up the system while the "OS Boot Monitoring"...
Page 139: Recovering The Bios Information
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 5.3.2 Recovering the BIOS Information If the information configured with the BIOS setup utility was deleted due to a drain of the built-in server battery, etc., restore the BIOS information according to the following procedures: Do not turn off the server during a program run.
Page 140 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation If the following have been set in the BIOS Setup Utility, restart the system and repeat Steps 1 to 4. The following settings when [Advanced] menu → [PCI Configuration] submenu → [Ethernet on Board] submenu → [PCI Device, Embedded Ethernet A] and [PCI Device, Embedded Ethernet B] are selected table: BIOS Setup Utility Setting Item name...
Page 141: Creating Maintenance Tools
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 5.4 Creating Maintenance Tools This section explains how to create tools for maintaining the server. Maintenance tools are created with the FloppyBuilder function of ServerStart. With the FloppyBuilder function of ServerStart, you can create the following tools: •...
Page 142 When the CD has been copied on Windows 2000 Professional/Windows XP Professional Click [Start] → [Programs] → [Fujitsu ServerStart] → [ServerStart]. ServerStart starts up and the [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears. When Windows NT is used, or if the CD has not been copied Insert the ServerStart CD-ROM into the client computer's CD-ROM drive.
Page 143 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Click [OK]. The [ServerStart FloppyBuilder] window appears. Click [or Insert a ServerStart Floppy Disk to Start ServerStart]. The [Welcome to ServerStart] window appears. Eject the ServerStart floppy disk.
Page 144 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation ■ Creating a DOS Floppy Disk Start up ServerStart and confirm that the [Welcome to ServerStart] window is displayed. Click [FloppyBuilder]. The [ServerStart FloppyBuilder] window appears. Click [DOS Diskette]. Insert the prepared floppy disk by following the message. Perform the subsequent operations according to the messages on the window.
Page 145: Creating A Hardware Configuration Tool
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 5.4.2 Creating a Hardware Configuration Tool This section explains how to create a Hardware Configuration Tool from the ServerStart CD-ROM. Prepare floppy disks as many as the tools you want to create beforehand. Types of a Hardware Configuration Tool vary by model.
Page 146: Notes Before Operating The Server
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.5 Notes Before Operating the Server This section explains the settings required before starting to operate the server. For the respective settings, refer to "First Step Guide". • If a LAN card was added, install a driver according to "4.3 Installing the LAN Driver" ( pg.120). •...
Page 147: Drive Letter Assignment In Expert Mode
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 5.5.3 Drive Letter Assignment in Expert Mode In expert mode, you cannot specify a drive letter to a particular partition arbitrarily. Drive letters specified with Disk Manager in expert mode will be sequentially assigned from the first partition with "C, D, E..."...
Page 148: Notes On Advanced Uninterruptible Power Supply (Ups)
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.5.4 Notes on Advanced Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Note the following points when using an advanced uninterruptible power supply (referred to as UPS afterward). ■ UPS Shutdown Time Setting Specify enough time for the UPS power-off time (time from the shutdown direction to the actual power- off).
Page 149: Other Notes On Operation
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ BIOS Setup Utility Setting When power management is performed via a LAN, configure the settings as follows using the BIOS Setup Utility. Start the BIOS Setup Utility. "8.2.1 Starting and Exiting the BIOS Setup Utility" (pg.191) From the [Advanced] menu, select the [Power On/Off] submenu and press the [Enter] key.
Page 150: Lan Driver Advanced Setup
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.6 LAN Driver Advanced Setup ® Use "Intel PROSet" for LAN driver advanced setup. ® 5.6.1 Intel PROSet ® ■ Intel PROSet Installation ® Usually, "Intel PROSet" is installed with the driver. If Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 Server ®...
Page 151: Cautions For Onboard/Pg-1852/1862/188X/189Xlan Driver V8.3
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide • The controllers of the onboard LAN and LAN cards are as follows: table: Controller being used LAN cards Controller being used ® Onboard LAN (1000BASE-T) Intel 82547GI ® PG-1852 Intel 82540EM ® PG-1862 Intel 82546EB ®...
Page 152 Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation • When the Teaming function is being used, you cannot use Windows Load Balancing Service (WLBS) and Network Load Balancing (NLB). • PG-1852 does not become a member of a Team. Only a link down error between a LAN card (onboard LAN) and the switch it connects with, and the equivalent errors lead to switching of the route.
Page 153: Vlan
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 5.6.4 VLAN ■ Notes When using a VLAN, note the following points. • You can only have "NetBIOS over TCP/IP" enabled for up to four VLANs in the whole system. • On a VLAN, do not use protocols other than TCP/IP.
Page 154: Local Address Setting
Chapter 5 Operations after OS Installation 5.6.5 Local Address Setting Specify a local address according to the following procedures. ® Start up "Intel PROSet". The procedure differs depending on the OS being used. For Windows Server 2003 1. Click [Start] → [Control Panel] → [Intel(R) PROSet]. For Windows 2000 Server 1.
Page 155: Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools For stable PRIMERGY server operations, we recommend that high reliability tools be installed. This chapter explains the installation and necessary settings of high reliability tools. 6.1 RAID Management Tool (Global Array Manager) ..156 6.2 Server Monitoring Tool [ServerView] .
Page 156: Raid Management Tool (Global Array Manager)
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools 6.1 RAID Management Tool (Global Array Manager) RAID Management Tool is software that perform array configuration, disk initialization and disk array monitoring when using RAID card. For more details, refer to "PRIMERGY ServerBooks" supplied with the server, and "Supplement" supplied with the RAID card.
Page 157 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Error Window Appearing after Installation (Windows Server 2003 only) If Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 is applied,when restarting after installing/uninstalling RAID Management Tool (Global Array Manager) the pop up window that indicate SNMP service termination may appear.
Page 158: Server Monitoring Tool [Serverview]
Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools 6.2 Server Monitoring Tool [ServerView] ServerView constantly monitors the status of the servers' hardware in the network and provides a console with which the administrator can check the status of all the servers at a glance. In addition, if an error occurs, the administrator will be notified in real-time to take immediate action.
Page 159: Solving Problems Early [Dsnap]
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 6.3 Solving Problems Early [DSNAP] DSNAP is a tool for collectively acquiring failure investigation information such as server environment information. OS installation using ServerStart When an OS is installed using ServerStart, DSNAP is batch installed the OS and other high reliability tools.
Page 160 Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools...
Page 161 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options This chapter explains how to install internal options on this server. Contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide" regarding installation and removal of internal options. 7.1 Before Installing Internal Options ....162 7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover .
Page 162: Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.1 Before Installing Internal Options The following types of internal options can be installed on this server. Expansion cards Internal CD-ROM drive unit Memory modules Internal hard disk units When installing or removing devices, make sure to use the removed screws on the same location and devices that were last installed or removed.
Page 163 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide • Devices inside the server remain hot after shutdown. Wait for a while after shutdown before installing or removing internal options. • The circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed. They can be damaged by static electricity.
Page 164: Removing And Attaching The Top Cover
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover This section explains how to remove and attach the top cover. • When removing or attaching the top cover, turn off the server and all peripheral devices. Also unplug all power cables from the server. Failure to do so can cause electric shock ( "1.4.3 Turning Off the Server"...
Page 165 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Slide the server. Pull the server out toward you until it clicks so that it locks in place on the rails on both sides. Lock • When sliding the server or pushing it back, be careful not to pinch fingers or clothes.
Page 166: Installing Memory Modules
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.3 Installing Memory Modules Additional memory will help to increase the amount of data to read at a time and improve the server processing capability. • Before installation or removal, turn off the server and all peripheral devices. Also unplug all power cables from the server.
Page 167: Where To Install Memory Modules
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 7.3.1 Where to Install Memory Modules Install memory modules in the memory slots on the baseboard. A memory of this server contains a single Dual In-Line Memory Module (DIMM) and you can add a single memory module at a time.
Page 168: How To Install/Remove Memory Modules
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.3.3 How to Install/Remove Memory Modules Turn off the power and remove the top cover. "7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover" (pg.164) Touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity. Install or remove memory modules. •...
Page 169: Defective Memory Disconnection Function
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 7.3.4 Defective Memory Disconnection Function This server is equipped with the defective memory (RAM module) disconnection function. This function disconnects the memory (one DIMM) judged to be defective (abnormal) during Power On Self Test (POST) to start the server. When POST is executed, if the memory capacity is discovered to be smaller than the capacity of the memory installed, there is a possibility of memory defect.
Page 170: Installing Expansion Cards
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.4 Installing Expansion Cards This section explains the types of expansion card, installation procedures, and notes on expansion cards. • Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and unplug the power cables from the outlet. Failure to do so can cause electric shock ( "1.4.3 Turning Off the Server"...
Page 171: Installable Expansion Cards And Notes
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ PCI Slot Specifications • PCI slots 1 and 2 are both 64-bit, 66MHz PCI slots. • PCI slot 1 can be used for a LowProfile PCI card only. • The PCI slots conform to the PCI local bus specifications (Rev. 2.2).
Page 172: Notes On Installation
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options ■ Notes on Installation ● Drivers For expansion card drivers, refer to "2.3.5 Expansion Cards Supported by ServerStart" ( pg.46). ● Notes on Each Card For notes of specific expansion card, refer to the manuals supplied with the card and the notes provided with the server.
Page 173 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide • Connecting the hard disk access LED cable If you connect an internal hard disk unit to the optional SCSI Ctrl U160 lp (PG-130L) or RAID Ctrl 1-Channel 64 MB (PG-141C1L), install the SCSI Ctrl U160 lp (PG-130L) or RAID Ctrl 1-Channel 64 MB (PG-141C1L) first.
Page 174: How To Install An Expansion Card
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.4.3 How to Install an Expansion Card Turn off the power and remove the top cover. "7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover" (pg.164) Touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity. Unplug the cable from the SCSI or RAID card installed in Slot 1.
Page 175 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Remove the expansion card and the slot cover from the card locking frame. Slot cover Expansion card The slot cover for PCI slot 2 is composed of a LowProfile slot cover and an Extension slot cover.
Page 176 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options When installing two expansion cards on PCI slot 1 and 2, insert a card into PCI slot 2 first, then insert other the card into PCI slot 1. If a card has already been inserted into slot 1, remove it. Insert a card into slot 2 first, then insert another into slot 1.
Page 177: Installing An Internal Cd-Rom Drive Unit
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 7.5 Installing an Internal CD-ROM Drive Unit This section explains the procedure for installing a CD-ROM drive (optional). • Before installation or removal, turn off the server and all peripheral devices. Also unplug all power cables from the server. Failure to do so can cause electric shock ( "1.4.3 Turning Off the Server"...
Page 178: How To Install The Internal Cd-Rom Drive Unit
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.5.2 How to Install the Internal CD-ROM Drive Unit Turn off the power and remove the top cover. "7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover" (pg.164) Touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity. Loosen the screws of the dummy unit, and remove the dummy unit.
Page 179 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 2. Slide the CR-ROM drive forward and tighten the screws. Screw Connect the IDE and power cables. Use the IDE and power cables connected to the server. Fix the connected cables between the pieces of the foam.
Page 180: Installing An Internal Hard Disk Unit
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.6 Installing an Internal Hard Disk Unit This section explains how to install internal hard disk units. • The circuit boards and soldered parts of internal options are exposed. They can be damaged by static electricity. Before handling them, first touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity.
Page 181 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ SCSI-ID Setting of Internal Hard Disk Unit The internal hard disk unit does not support hot-swapping. As the SCSI-ID is not set automatically, you must set it up in advance by referring to the followings.
Page 182: Installable Internal Hard Disk Units
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.6.2 Installable Internal Hard Disk Units ■ Installable Internal Hard Disk Units The following internal hard disk units can be installed on this server. table: List of Installable Hard Disk Units Product name Model name Overview HDD U320 10K 73GB non hot plug 1"...
Page 183: How To Install The Internal Hard Disk Unit
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 7.6.3 How to Install the Internal Hard Disk Unit Turn off the power and remove the top cover. "7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover" (pg.164) Touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity.
Page 184 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options Remove the bay to accommodate an internal hard disk unit. Loosen the screws (1) and slid the bay toward you to remove it (2). Hard disk bay Install the internal hard disk unit to the hard disk bay. Fasten the bay to the internal hard disk unit using the screws supplied with the disk unit.
Page 185 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Install the hard disk bay to the server. Insert the hard disk bay with the internal hard disk unit into the server (1), and tighten the screws (2). Connect SCSI and power cables. Connect the SCSI cable to the SCSI connector of the internal hard disk unit. Also, connect the power cable to the extension cable connector.
Page 186 Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options If no SCSI card or RAID card is installed for the diskless type Install the optional SCSI Ctrl U160 lp (PG-130L) or RAID Ctrl 1-Channel 64 MB (PG-141C1L), and connect the internal hard disk unit to the SCSI Ctrl U160 lp (PG-130L) or RAID Ctrl 1- Channel 64 MB (PG-141C1L) using the SCSI cable supplied with the server.
Page 187: Connection Of Optional Devices
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 7.7 Connection of Optional Devices This section explains the connection of optional devices. 7.7.1 Connection Examples of Internal Option Devices The following shows connection examples of internal option devices. Connection conditions vary depending on examples. See each example.
Page 188: Connecting An External Scsi Option
Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options 7.7.2 Connecting an External SCSI Option External SCSI options can be connected via the SCSI card as follows. ■ Connection of a Backup Cabinet Connect the backup cabinet as shown below. Only a single backup cabinet can be connected to the server. Backup cabinet SCSI Ctrl U160 lp (PRIMERGY SX10:...
Page 189: Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/ Utilities This chapter explains how to make the environment settings necessary to operate the server. 8.1 Jumper Pin Settings ......190 8.2 BIOS Setup Utility .
Page 190: Jumper Pin Settings
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.1 Jumper Pin Settings This section explains the jumper pins. 8.1.1 Jumper Pin Setup Procedure Turn off the power and remove the top cover. "7.2 Removing and Attaching the Top Cover" (pg.164) Touch a metal part of the server to discharge static electricity. Remove the card locking frame.
Page 191: Bios Setup Utility
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 8.2 BIOS Setup Utility This section explains settings for the BIOS Setup Utility and items regarding each setting. 8.2.1 Starting and Exiting the BIOS Setup Utility The following explains how to start and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.
Page 192 Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities ● Key Operations in the BIOS Setup Utility The roles of the keys used for using the BIOS Setup Utility are as follows: table: List of Key Operations on the BIOS Setup Utility Window Description [F1] Displays or hides detailed information.
Page 193 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Use the [↑] [↓] keys to select the exit mode. • To save configuration changes before exiting: Move the cursor to [Save Changes & Exit] and press the [Enter] key. The message "Save configuration changes and exit now?" is displayed.
Page 194: Main Menu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.2 Main Menu The [Main] menu window is initially displayed when you start the BIOS Setup Utility. Settings for time and date and for the drives are configured in the [Main] menu window. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security...
Page 195: Parallel Ata Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 8.2.3 Parallel ATA Submenu Appears when [Parallel ATA] is selected from the [Main] menu. Sets the type and operating mode for the connected internal hard disk unit. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Parallel ATA [SR243T] Item Specific Help...
Page 196 Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities table: Items on the Parallel ATA Submenu Item Setting Description PIO Mode - (Fixed parameter) Sets the Programmed I/O (PIO) data transfer mode. When [Type] is set to [Auto], the current settings appear. It can be set when [Type] is set to [CD-ROM], [Other ATAPI], [ATAPI Removable], [IDE Removable] or [User].
Page 197: Boot Options Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 8.2.4 Boot Options Submenu Appears when [Boot Options] is selected from the [Main] menu. Sets system startup options. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Boot Options Item Specific Help POST Errors: [Enabled] Keyboard Check: [Enabled] SM Error Halt...
Page 198: Boot Sequence Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities ■ Boot Sequence Submenu Sets the order of selected drives to boot the OS. table: Items on the Boot Sequence Submenu Item Description (The boot order is described.) [IBA GE Slot 0208 v1217] and [IBA GE Slot 0430 v1217] can be displayed or •...
Page 199: Advanced Menu
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 8.2.5 Advanced Menu Configures peripheral and PCI devices. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Server Exit Item Specific Help Setup Warning Setting items on this menu to incorrect values may cause your system to malfunction.
Page 200: Peripheral Configuration Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities table: Items on the Advanced Menu Item Setting Description S-ATA Interface Enabled (Fixed parameter) This option is not used by the server. S-ATA Mode Legacy IDE (Fixed It can be set when [S-ATA Interface] is set to parameter) [Enabled] and [LSI SATA RAID] is set to [Disabled].
Page 201 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide table: Items on the Peripheral Configuration Submenu Item Setting Description Serial Multiplexer • System Changes the function of the serial port. • BMC (at the time of • System purchase) Used as a serial port.
Page 202: Pci Configuration Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.7 PCI Configuration Submenu Appears when [PCI Configuration] is selected from the [Advanced] menu. Configures the PCI devices. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced PCI Configuration Item Specific Help Ethernet on Board PCI IRQ Configuration PCI SLOTS Configuration Info Change Values Select Item...
Page 203: Ethernet On Board Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Ethernet on Board Submenu Configures the LAN controller on the baseboard. table: Items on the Ethernet on Board Submenu Item Setting Description Device Enabled (Fixed parameter) Sets whether or not to use Ethernet controller A on the baseboard.
Page 204: Advanced System Configuration Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.8 Advanced System Configuration Submenu Appears when [Advanced System Configuration] is selected from the [Advanced] menu. The submenu configures additional settings. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Advanced System Configuration Item Specific Help CPU Settings [Auto] USB 1.1 Host Controller: [Enabled] USB 2.0 Host Controller: [Enabled]...
Page 205: Cpu Settings Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ CPU Settings Submenu Sets the CPU clock frequency, etc. table: Items on the CPU Settings Submenu Item Setting Description CPU Mismatch Detection Enabled (Fixed parameter) Sets whether to enable or disable the CPU clock frequency checking.
Page 206: Power On/Off Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.9 Power On/Off Submenu Appears when [Power On/Off] is selected from the [Advanced] menu. Configures power On/Off settings. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Advanced Power On/Off Item Specific Help Power On Source Remote: [Enabled] Resume On Time: [Off] Resume Time: [00:00:00] LAN:...
Page 207: Security Menu
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 8.2.10 Security Menu Configures the security features. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Server Exit Item Specific Help Setup Password Not installed System Password Not installed Set Setup Password: [Enter] Set System Password: [Enter] Setup Password Lock:...
Page 208 Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities table: Items on the Security Menu Item Setting Description Virus Warning Disabled (Fixed parameter) Sets whether or not to check for changes in the boot sector of the hard disk drive after the previous system startup. If the boot sector is changed without a clear reason, it is necessary to scan the system for computer viruses with a virus detection program.
Page 209: Server Menu
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 8.2.11 Server Menu Configures server settings. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Server Exit Item Specific Help O/S Boot Timeout: [Disabled] Mode [Continue] Timeout value ASR&R Boot Delay(min): [ 2] Power Cycle Delay: [10] Boot Retry Counter:...
Page 210 Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities table: Items on the Server Menu Item Setting Description Mode • Continue (at the time of Sets the operation to be performed when a timeout purchase) occurs during OS boot monitoring. • Reset • Continue: The boot sequence is continued. •...
Page 211: Ipmi Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 8.2.12 IPMI Submenu Appears when [IPMI] is selected from the [Server] menu. Configures the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC). PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Server IPMI Item Specific Help IPMI Specification Version BMC Firmware n.nn.nnnnnnnn Clear System Event Log...
Page 212: Cpu Status Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities table: Items on the IPMI Submenu Item Setting Description System Event Log [Enter] Lists the contents of the system event log. (List mode) For details on contents, refer to "9.3 System Event Log" ( pg.239). Realtime Sensor Data [Enter] Displays temperature and voltage sensor data.
Page 213: Memory Status Submenu
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 8.2.14 Memory Status Submenu Appears when [Memory Status] is selected from the [Server] menu. This submenu sets whether or not to allow the use of the installed memory. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Server Memory Status Item Specific Help...
Page 214: Console Redirection Submenu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.15 Console Redirection Submenu Appears when [Console Redirection] is selected from the [Server] menu. This submenu configures detailed settings for console redirection. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Server Console Redirection Item Specific Help Console Redirection Port: [Disabled] Info Change Values Select Item Setup Defaults...
Page 215 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide table: Items on the Console Redirection Submenu Item Setting Description Baud Rate • 300 Sets the baud rate for console redirection. • 1200 This item appears when [Console Redirection Port] • 2400 is set to [Enabled].
Page 216: Exit Menu
Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities 8.2.16 Exit Menu Exits BIOS Setup. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main Advanced Security Server Exit Save Changes & Exit Item Specific Help Get Default Values Discard Changes & Exit Load Previous Values Save Changes Change Values Info Select Item Setup Defaults Exit...
Page 217: Operation And Maintenance
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance This chapter explains the operations necessary after starting to use this server as well as daily care and maintenance. 9.1 Daily Maintenance ......218 9.2 Troubleshooting .
Page 218: Chapter 9 Operation And Maintenance
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.1 Daily Maintenance This section explains how to check the status of the operating server, as well as how to perform daily maintenance. 9.1.1 Checking the Server Condition Use the status LED or server monitoring tool to check the server status. ■...
Page 219: Cleaning The Keyboard
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide In dusty environments, dust piles up on the front and rear panels of the server over short periods. Install the server in a different location to avoid failures. ■ Cleaning the Server Interior In dusty environments, dust deposits on the server. Dust deposits may cause a server failure, fire, or electric shock.
Page 220: Cleaning The Floppy Disk Drive
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance Remove the ball and rinse it with water. Flip the mouse over to remove the ball. Afterwards, wash it with water. Clean the inside of the mouse. Wipe the inside of the mouse, the roller, and the bottom cover with a damp cloth. Roller Insert the ball and apply the cover.
Page 221: Troubleshooting
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 9.2 Troubleshooting This section explains the resolutions when the server is not running properly or when error messages are displayed. For each situation, refer to the following. If the problem is not resolved after performing the following troubleshooting, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information"...
Page 222: Floppy Disk Drive
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ■ Display (or Monitor) ● The display does not power on. Check to see whether the power cable of the display is properly connected to the outlet. For details, refer to "Start Guide" or the manual of the display. ●...
Page 223: System Fan
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ● Cannot write to the floppy disk. The write protection of the floppy disk may be applied. Flip the switch on the disk to allow writing. ■ CD-ROM Drive Unit ● Cannot read data. • Check to see whether the CD-ROM is inserted properly.
Page 224: Scsi Devices
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance • If the extension cable is unplugged from the baseboard connector Connect the cable by referring to the following table. table: Fan Connector List Fan connector Fan number number Fans 1 and 2 Fans 3 and 4 Fans 6 and 7 [Inside the server] Baseboard...
Page 225 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ● Notes on AC Power-Off If you turn the AC power off when the system is on, the PSU Supply Failure log may be stored. If the AC Lost log is stored simultaneously as shown below, this will not affect server operation. You can continue to use the server without taking any action.
Page 226: Error Messages
Contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide". "7.3 Installing Memory Modules" (pg.166) Non Fujitsu Siemens Memory Module The memory is abnormal. Check to see that the jumper pin detected - Warranty restricted! settings or BIOS Setup Utility settings are correct.
Page 227 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide table: List of POST Errors Message Contents System timer error Turn the server off and back on. If the message still appears, the baseboard must be replaced. Contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide".
Page 228 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance table: List of POST Errors Message Contents CPU disable! CPU is no longer available for The CPU is abnormal. Contact an office listed in the "Contact the operating system. Information" of "Start Guide". Invalid System Configuration Data Change [Reset Configuration Data] on "8.2.5 Advanced Menu"...
Page 229: Server Management Tools Error Messages
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Server Management Tools Error Messages The following error messages may appear while executing Server Management Tools. Perform the corresponding resolution listed in the table. If messages other than the following are displayed, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide".
Page 230: Software Troubleshooting
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.2.3 Software Troubleshooting This section explains software related troubleshooting. For troubles during OS installation or system operation, refer to the following contents. ■ Trouble at a ServerStart Startup ● After a boot from the ServerStart CD-ROM, nothing is displayed on the screen.
Page 231 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Error Window Appearing after Installation or Uninstallation of ServerView or RAID Management Tool (Global Array Manager) on Windows Server 2003 Systems with Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 may display the following popup message at the next startup after installation or uninstallation of ServerView or RAID Management Tool (Global Array Manager).
Page 232 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ● The "Windows - Too small virtual memory size" message appears after completion of "Create ServerStart Floppy Disk". This message may be displayed when no disk array is configured and ServerStart is started during 256MB memory OS installation on the hard disk connected to the RAID card. If the server has 256MB memory and install the OS on the hard disk connected to the RAID card, make sure to configure a disk array using WebBIOS before starting ServerStart.
Page 233 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Clicking [Finish] in this window displays the [Help and Support Center] window. Click [X] to close this window. The "!" mark is displayed at the LAN device name in Device Manager. Device names are displayed properly when all LAN drivers are installed and the system is restarted.
Page 234 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ■ Event Log Errors after Installation After Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 Server has been installed, the following events may be displayed in Event Viewer. Check and perform the corrective action against the relevant event. table: Error events at installation Description Cause and corrective action...
Page 235 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Cannot Collect the Memory Dump If the memory dump file cannot be created, perform the following procedures. ● Correct the settings If the memory dump cannot be collected, check the settings of the paging file and memory dump file.
Page 236 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ■ Fails in Remote Installation If remote installation fails, check the following. ● Checking Services Check that the DHCP, PXE Service, and TFTP Service are running. For checking procedures, refer to "3.4 Remote Installation" ( pg.85). ●...
Page 237 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ SNMP Service Startup Fails Regardless of whether the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is installed, if the SNMP service is not started, perform the following procedure to start the SNMP service. ● For Windows Server 2003 Click [Start] →...
Page 238 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ● Changing the Time Settings for the OS and Hardware Clock In a Linux environment, the time displayed on the OS (the software clock value on the OS) is written to the hardware clock on the server when the OS is shut down. •...
Page 239: System Event Log
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide System Event Log To operate system event log, use the [IPMI] submenu of the [Server] menu in BIOS Setup Utility and the Server Management Tools. When the area for writing to the system event log is full, the server is set to automatically overwrite older event logs.
Page 240: Viewing The System Event Log
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance Insert the "Server Management Tools" disk supplied with this server into the floppy disk drive. The system will boot from the floppy disk and the DOS prompt is displayed. Enter the following command and press the [Enter] key. A:\SMT>IPMIVIEW.EXE The menu window of Server Management Tools appears.
Page 241: Saving/Deleting The System Event Log
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Use the [↑] and [↓] keys to select [System Event Log (SEL)], and press the [Enter] key. The [SYSTEM EVENT LOG (SEL)] window appears. FUJITSU SIEMENS SYSTEM EVENT LOG (SEL) COMPUTERS 004 MMM-DD-YYYY HH:MM:SS [*****] ****************************************...
Page 242: Before Using The Remote Control Service
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ■ Deleting the System Event Log Start Server Management Tools. The menu window of Server Management Tools appears. Use the [↑] and [↓] keys to select [System Event Log (SEL)], and press the [Enter] key. The [SYSTEM EVENT LOG (SEL)] window appears.
Page 243 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Start Server Management Tools. Select [User Management] and press the [Enter] key. The [USER MANAGEMENT] window appears. FUJITSU SIEMENS USER MANAGEMENT COMPUTERS ID --- USER NAME --- 2 Operator 3 Administrator 4 OEM 5 Remote 6 admin <ENTER>...
Page 244: Securities
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.4 Securities Security features are provided in order to protect the server hardware and software from theft. Additional security functions, which prevent unauthorized use, provided by the BIOS Setup Utility are also available to help maintain a highly reliable data security system.
Page 245: Security Against Unauthorized Use
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 9.4.2 Security against Unauthorized Use A password can be set to prevent unauthorized use of the server. When a password is set, the server is accessible only to the users who know the password. The password is set in the BIOS Setup Utility. For details on the BIOS Setup Utility, refer to "8.2.10 Security Menu"...
Page 246 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance When only the user or administrator password is set, the same setting items are accessible to both users and administrators. When both passwords are set, users can set dates and user passwords only. ■ Changing/Deleting a Password Set Setup(System) Password Enter Current Password Enter New Password...
Page 247: Security When Disposing The Server
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 9.4.3 Security When Disposing the Server ■ Notes regarding the Deletion of Data from the Hard Disk When Disposing or Transferring the Server When disposing or transferring a server that has been used, the data in the hard disk may be read and used unscrupulously.
Page 248: Backup
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.5 Backup This server utilizes high reliability components and hard disks, however, as a precautionary measure, it is recommended that periodic backups be taken of the data. 9.5.1 Importance of Backups If the data on the server is backed up, it can be restored from the backup data in the event of data corruption in hard disk units due to hardware failures or operational errors.
Page 249 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide ■ Notes on Operating Backups Notes on operating backups are as follows. For details, refer to the device manuals. ● Head Cleaning Airborne dust and dust from the magnetic media can collect on the head of the magnetic tape device. To remove this dust, head cleaning must be implemented.
Page 250 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance ● Ejecting Media after a Backup Some backup software products provide functions for ejecting media after a backup is completed. Such functions will rewind the tape after a backup is completed and then eject the media from the drive. Be sure to execute this function for autoloader/library devices.
Page 251: Restoring The System
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 9.6 Restoring the System In the unfortunate event where the system file, system configuration, or environment changes during startup are corrupted, use the repair information stored on the recovery disk created at the installation to restore the system.
Page 252: For Windows 2000 Server
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.6.2 For Windows 2000 Server ● Items Required • Windows 2000 Server CD-ROM • Windows 2000 Server system recovery disk (created beforehand) • Windows 2000 Server First Step Guide Follow "Windows 2000 Server First Step Guide" to start Windows 2000 Server setup.
Page 253: Reinstalling The Os
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 9.7 Reinstalling the OS This section explains the procedure for reinstalling the OS. 9.7.1 Checking before OS Reinstallation ■ Removing the Optional Devices Remove the following optional devices before reinstallation. Install or connect them after OS installation.
Page 254: Changing Os Settings
OS to the uni-processor kernel or multi- processor kernel. Customers using the Linux distribution OS are advised to refer to the Fujitsu PRIMERGY website (http://primergy.fujitsu.com). For functions and settings of Hyper-Threading, refer to "8.2.8 Advanced System Configuration Submenu"...
Page 255 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Update drivers. 1. Click [Next] in the [Start Device Driver Upgrade Wizard] window. The [Install Hardware Device Driver] window appears. 2. In search method selection, select [Display known drivers for this device and select a driver from the list.] and click [Next].
Page 256 Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance Shut down and turn off the server. 1. Click [Close]. The [System Settings Change] window appears. 2. Click [Yes]. The computer shuts down and restarts automatically. Add an optional CPU or change the Hyper-Threading setting in the BIOS Setup Utility.
Page 257: Maintenance Service
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide 9.9 Maintenance Service This section explains the details of the maintenance service. If the cause of the failure is uncertain or if the original condition cannot be restored, contact the seller or an office listed in the "Contact Information" of "Start Guide".
Page 258: Contacting Maintenance Support
Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance 9.9.2 Contacting Maintenance Support For "Contact Information", refer to "Start Guide". Before contacting maintenance support, check the following. • Model name and product ID of the server They are described on the label on the server. For the label location, refer to "Start Guide" •...
Page 259: Appendix
Appendix This section explains the specifications for the server and internal options. It also covers how to recycle the products. A Server Specifications ......260 B Specifications for Internal Options .
Page 260: A Server Specifications
Appendix Server Specifications This section explains the server and internal option specifications. Diskless type table: Server Specifications Item Functions and Specifications Model PGUR1023A Frequency/ Intel® Celeron® D Processor 330 (2.66GHz/256KB) Cache (If the basic CPU conversion kit is used: Intel® Pentium® 4 Processor 3EGHz/1MB) Number of 1 (Max.
Page 261: B Specifications For Internal Options
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Specifications for Internal Options This section explains the specifications for internal options for the server. When you have bought an internal option as a standard option, check the contents of the optional package before use. Should it happen that items are missing, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information"...
Page 262: Internal Cd-Rom Drive Unit Specifications
Appendix Internal CD-ROM Drive Unit Specifications ■ Package • Internal CD-ROM Drive Unit (1) ■ Specifications table: CD-ROM Drive Unit Specifications Item Functions and Specifications Model PG-CD320 Interface IDE (ATAPI) Supported Media CD-ROM disk (12 cm) Applicable Standards CD-ROM Reading mechanism Optical pickup using a laser diode Data transfer speed Max.
Page 263: Power Cord Selection
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Power Cord Selection The power cord for this unit has been packed separately and has been selected according to the country of destination. It must be used to prevent electric shock. Use the following guidelines if it is necessary to replace the original cord set.
Page 264 Appendix ■ For the United Kingdom Should the plug on the flexible cord not be of the type for your socket outlets, do not use an adapter but remove the plug from the cord and discard. Carefully prepare the end of the supply cord and fit a suitable plug.
Page 265: C Remote Control Function And Console Redirection
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Remote Control Function and Console Redirection When a personal computer (PC) is connected to the serial port of this server with a cross cable, the server can be turned on/off or reset from the PC via RS-232C (remote control function).
Page 266: Connecting The Server To A Pc
Appendix Connecting the Server to a PC Connect the server to a PC using a cross cable. Serial port Server (Rear) Cross cable Personal computer Serial port In the BIOS Setup Utility, perform the following setting. • On the [Peripheral Configuration] submenu of the [Advanced] menu, change [Serial Multiplexer] to [BMC].
Page 267 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Enter the following command. Remote [Enter] The following message appears. Password> Enter the following command. Remote [Enter] The following menu appears. ******************************************* Welcome to System RX100 S2 BMC FW: *.** SDRR: *.** State: Off (na = Currently not available)
Page 268: Switching Between Functions
Appendix table: Menu Items and Operations Menu Operation Operation after selecting the item (5) Power On The server will be turned on. (6) View System The event log will be Event log (SEL) displayed. The menu closes. Switching between Functions This section explains how to switching between functions.
Page 269: D Recycling
PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Recycling This section explains how to recycle this server. ■ Disposing of the Server When scrapping this server, contact an office listed in the "Contact Information" of the "Start Guide". This server must be disposed of as industrial waste.
Page 270 Appendix...
Page 271 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Index CPU Status Submenu....212 Creating a DOS Floppy Disk... .141 Active Directory.
Page 272 Hard disk access display LED ... 23 Keyboard High Reliability Tool ....19 Cleaning.
Page 273 PRIMERGY RX100 S2 User’s Guide Restoring the system ....251 For Windows Server 2003...251 Paging File Setting For Windows 2000 Server.
Page 274 Top Cover ......164 Attaching ..... . . 165 Removing.
Page 275 FUJITSU LIMITED • The contents may be revised without prior notice. • Fujitsu assumes no liability for damages to third party copyrights or other rights arising from the use of any information in this manual. • No part of this manual may be reproduced in any without the prior written...

Fujitsu Primergy RX100 S2 User Manual

Chapter 1 Overview

Chapter 2 Checking before os Installation

Chapter 3 OS Installation Using Serverstart

Chapter 4 Manual os Installation

Chapter 5 Operations after os Installation

Chapter 6 High Reliability Tools

Chapter 7 Installing Internal Options

Chapter 8 Hardware Configuration/Utilities

Chapter 9 Operation and Maintenance

Appendix

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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