Page 1 PRIMERGY PRIMERGY BX300 Blade Server System Operating Manual Xenia Fierley / Martin Jung Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH München 81730 Munich e-mail: email: manuals@fujitsu-siemens.com Tel.: (089) 61001-157 / (089) 61001-154 Fax: (++49) 700 / 372 00000 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619 Sprachen: En Edition April 2005...
Page 2: Copyright And Trademarks
Gesellschaft für Technik-Dokumentation mbH www.cognitas.de Copyright and Trademarks Copyright © 2005 Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH. All rights reserved. Delivery subject to availability; right of technical modifications reserved. All hardware and software names used are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.
Page 3 Introduction Overview: Blade Server System Installation Steps Important Notes Installing the Hardware Preparation for Use and Operation Blade Server System LAN Port Assignment Property and Data Protection The Server Blade The Switch Blade The Management Blade Continued...
Page 5 The Power Supply Concept The Ventilation Concept Troubleshooting and Tips Related Publications and Index...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ......1 Overview of the Documentation ....2 Blade Server System Concept .
Page 8 Contents Updating BX300 System Components ....51 5.4.1 Updating the Server Blade Firmware (BIOS and BMC) ..51 5.4.1.1 Using an USB Floppy Disk Drive ....51 5.4.1.2 Using TFTP .
Page 9 Contents The Management Blade ....111 10.1 Control and Connection Panel ....112 10.2 Exchanging the Battery .
Page 11: Introduction
The PRIMERGY BX300 Blade Server System offers a high level of reliability and availability through highly developed hardware and software components.
Page 12: Overview Of The Documentation
The PDF files for the manuals can also be downloaded free of charge from the Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation available in the Internet can be found via the URL: http://manuals.fujitsu- siemens.com Concept and Target Group of this Manual This operating manual is intended for those responsible for installing the hardware and operating the system.
Page 13: Blade Server System Concept
Introduction Blade Server System Concept – “PRIMERGY BX Blade Server Systems: RemoteView Management Blade - User Interface Description“ (PDF version available on the ServerBooks CD) – “PRIMERGY BX LAN Switch Blade - User Interface Description“ manual (PDF version available on the ServerBooks CD) Further Sources of Information Further information is provided: –...
Page 14: Features
Features Introduction With a maximum of two hard disk drives and on-board RAID functionality, enough capacity is available for installation of the operating system or applica- tions with static content such as web server or terminal server software. In order to use PCI (33 MHz or 66 MHz) or PCI-X low profile expander controller cards for configurations with external hard disk drives or storage subsystems ®...
Page 15 ASR&R (Automatic Server Reconfiguration and Restart) restarts the system in the case of an error and automatically “hides” the defective system components. The PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens Computers analyzes and monitors all components relevant for system reliability.
Page 16 (PSU), as well as hot-swap, redundant fans. Server Management Server management is implemented via the supplied ServerView software and PDA (Prefailure Detection and Analyzing) technology from Fujitsu Siemens Computers. PDA warns of system errors or overloading before they occur so that preventive measures can be taken.
Page 17: Notational Conventions
(touch points) of the locking mechanism for the different hot-plug or hot-swap components are implemented in green color. The flash EPROM program supplied with the Fujitsu Siemens utilities supports fast BIOS Update. The two redundant and hot-swappable management blades with independent management LAN and COM ports ensure complete remote control.
Page 18: Technical Data
Technical Data Introduction Technical Data Electrical Data (power supply unit with 1200 W) Rated voltage range 100 -127 V / 200 - 240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz - 60 Hz Max. rated current: 100 -127 V / 11 A 200 - 240 V / 6,6 A Max.
Page 19 Introduction Technical Data Mechanical Values Width 435 mm Installation depth 740 mm Total depth (with front panel) 775 mm Height 130 mm or 3HU Weight max. 64.8 kg (depending on the configuration) Environmental Conditions Environment class 3K2 EN 60721 / IEC 721 section 3-3 Environment class 2K2 EN 60721 / IEC 721 section 3-2 Temperature:...
Page 21: Overview: Blade Server System Installation Steps
Overview: Blade Server System Installation Steps In this chapter you will find an overview of the steps necessary to install your blade server system. Links guide you to sections where you can find more detailed information on the individual steps. Ê...
Page 22 Blade Server System Installation Steps – Local installation with or without ServerStart Since the local installation is the least comfortable installation method, it is only recommended if the prerequisites for remote installation or cloning are not fulfilled. If you wish to install an operating system that is not supported by Server- Start, you can certainly perform the installation directly without using ServerStart.
Page 23: Important Notes
This device complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing equipment. If you have any questions, contact your sales outlet or the customer service centre of Fujitsu Siemens Computers. CAUTION! The actions described in these instructions should only be performed by technical specialists.
Page 24 Notes On Safety Important Notes Before Setting Up CAUTION! During installation and before operating the device, observe the instructions on environmental conditions for your device in the section “Technical Data” on page 8). If the device is brought in from a cold environment, condensation may form both inside and on the outside of the machine.
Page 25 Important Notes Notes On Safety CAUTION! Data cables must be adequately shielded to avoid interference. To the LAN wiring the requirements apply in accordance with the standards EN 50173 and EN 50174-1/2. As minimum requirement the use of a protected LAN line of category 5 for 10/100 MBps Ethernet, and/or of category 5e for Gigabit Ethernet is considered.
Page 26 Notes On Safety Important Notes Batteries CAUTION! Incorrect replacement of batteries may lead to a risk of explosion. The battery may only be replaced with an identical battery 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 27 Important Notes Notes On Safety Notes on Handling CDs/DVDs and CD/DVD Drives CAUTION! Use only CDs/DVDs in proper condition in the CD/DVD drive of your server to prevent data loss, damage to the device and injuries. Therefore, check each CD/DVD for damage, cracks, breakage etc. before inserting it in the drive.
Page 28: Components With Electrostatic Sensitive Devices
Components With Electrostatic Sensitive Devices Important Notes Components With Electrostatic Sensitive Devices Electrostatic-sensitive components are identified by the following sticker: Figure 2: ESD label When you handle components fitted with ESDs, you must observe the following points under all circumstances: You must always discharge static build-up (e.g.
Page 29: Fcc Class A Compliance Statement
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Fujitsu Siemens Computers is not responsible for any radio or television inter- ference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substi- tution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by Fujitsu Siemens Computers.
Page 30: Notes On Installing Into The Rack
Notes On Installing Into the Rack Important Notes Notes On Installing Into the Rack CAUTION! For safety reasons, at least two people are required to install the server because of its weight and size. For safety reasons only one unit may be withdrawn from the rack at a time when performing assembly or service work.
Page 31: Environmental Protection
Important Notes Environmental Protection Environmental Protection Environmentally Friendly Product Design and Development This product has been designed in accordance with standards for “environmen- tally friendly product design and development”. This means that the designers have taken into account important criteria such as durability, selection of materials and coding, emissions, packaging, the ease with which the product can be dismantled and the extent to which it can be recycled.
Page 32 Environmental Protection Important Notes Take-back, Recycling and Disposal For details on take-back and reuse of devices and consumables within Europe, contact your Fujitsu Siemens Computers branch office/subsidiary or our recycling center in Paderborn: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Recycling Center D-33106 Paderborn Tel.:...
Page 33: Installing The Hardware
Installing the Hardware CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in the chapter “Important Notes” on page 13. Do not expose the system to extreme environmental conditions (see section “Technical Data” on page 8). Protect it from dust, moisture, and heat. Installation Steps The installation steps are described in detail in the following sections of this chapter:...
Page 34: Unpacking The System
Unpacking the System Installing the Hardware Unpacking the System CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in the chapter “Important Notes” on page 13. If you need to lift or transport the system, ask a second person to help you. Do not unpack the system until you have finished transporting it. Never lift the server into the rack using the handles on the front panel.
Page 35: Installing The System Into The Rack
The power is supplied via the socket strips available in the rack. The main features of the rack systems of the Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH are: PRIMECENTER/DataCenter Rack –...
Page 36 Installing the System Into the Rack Installing the Hardware 3rd-Party Rack Certain boundary conditions are to be fulfilled: – Installation dimensions (see the dimensions shown in figure 3 on page 27). rack front side rack rear side rack depth (comparison PRIMECENTER Rack 940/1000 mm) rack width (comparison PRIMECENTER Rack 700 mm) clearance of the 19-inch installation level front 19-inch installation level...
Page 37 Installing the Hardware Installing the System Into the Rack Figure 3: Mechanical conditions Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 38: Mounting The Assembly Kit
Installing the System Into the Rack Installing the Hardware 4.3.1 Mounting the Assembly Kit For mounting the server in the PRIMECENTER/DataCenter Rack the following parts are necessary: – support bracket – two rails (assembled) – eight plugwashers (figure 6 on page 29) The rack assembly kit also contains one stopper bracket (see figure 4) used for installation in the 3rd-Party Rack only.
Page 39 Installing the Hardware Installing the System Into the Rack Figure 5: Mounting the carrier rails Ê Loosen the four screws for adjusting the rail length and place the guide lug (a) into the corresponding hole of the support bracket (1). Ê...
Page 40: Mounting/Removing The System
Installing the System Into the Rack Installing the Hardware Ê Repeat the procedure for the second rail. Note that for this rail no support bracket is necessary. 4.3.2 Mounting/Removing the System CAUTION! For safety reasons, at least two people are required to mount or remove the server because of its weight and size.
Page 41: Cabling The System
Installing the Hardware Cabling the System Removing occurs in the reverse order: Ê Remove the two knurled screws. Ê Pull out the system and carefully remove it from the rack. CAUTION! Never lift the server using the handles on the front panel. Cabling the System The server blades and PCI modules are accessible on the front of the system (refer to chapter “The Server Blade”, sections “Control and Connection Panel”...
Page 42 Cabling the System Installing the Hardware Some ports are indicated by color coding for the connectors. Figure 8: Connectors for external devices Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 43 Installing the Hardware Cabling the System USB/VGA connector on each server blade (see also figure 37 on page 76). Adapter connector for two USB ports for external CD/FD drives and one VGA port. A special cable is required! (see figure 38 on page 78) 2x uplink LAN connector on each installed LAN-PCI module (see also figure 40 on page 79).
Page 44: Cable Routing
Cabling the System Installing the Hardware 4.4.2 Cable Routing Front side If PCI modules are installed, cable routing on the front side is required. In this case a cable support (figure 9, position 1 (a, b, c, d)) must be mounted at first on the front of the server.
Page 45 (2) and, while holding the guide in place, fasten it with two screws (3). If two PRIMERGY BX300 are installed directly on top of each other or in the top location of the rack, the cable clips on the cable guide must be removed from space reasons.
Page 46 Cabling the System Installing the Hardware " Figure 11: Mounting cable support Ê Hang up the left support bracket (see 1a, figure 9) on the associated two knurled screws of the front panel (1 + 2). Ê Repeat the procedure with the right bracket (see 1b, figure 9). Ê...
Page 47 Installing the Hardware Cabling the System Figure 12: Cable routing Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 48 (2) and through the cable clips on the cable guide (3) up to the loom of cables in the rack. If two PRIMERGY BX300 are installed directly on top of each other or in the top location of the rack, the cable clips on the cable guide must be removed from space reasons.
Page 49: Instructions On Connecting And Disconnecting Cables
Installing the Hardware Cabling the System 4.4.3 Instructions On Connecting and Disconnecting Cables CAUTION! Be sure to read the documentation for the devices before connecting them. Do not connect or disconnect data cables during a thunderstorm. When removing a cable, always hold it by the plug. Connect and disconnect the cables in the order described below.
Page 50: Connecting The System To The Line Voltage
Connecting the System to the Line Voltage Installing the Hardware Connecting the System to the Line Voltage The system has two hot-swappable, redundant power supply units. CAUTION! The power supply units automatically adjust to a mains voltage between 100 V - 127V or 200 V - 240 V. The system may be put into operation only if the mains voltage range corresponds to the system’s voltage range.
Page 51: Preparation For Use And Operation
All unoccupied component slots are fitted with corresponding dummy modules to ensure that the electromagnetic emission properties of the system are observed and that the system components are cooled properly. Figure 14: PRIMERGY BX300 Blade Server System Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 52: System Operating And Indicator Elements
Operating and Indicator Elements Preparation for Use and Operation System Operating and Indicator Elements 5.1.1 The Front Side Figure 15: System operating and indicator elements on the front side System power ON/OFF button When the system is switched OFF, pressing the power button for 2 seconds will switch ON the system.
Page 53: The Rear Side
Preparation for Use and Operation Operating and Indicator Elements 5.1.2 The Rear Side Figure 16: System operating and indicator elements on the rear side 1 Rear identify button Pressing this button lights up the rear identify indicator. The front and rear identify indicator will be synchronized.
Page 54: Switching The Server System On/Off
Switching the Server System ON/OFF Preparation for Use and Operation Switching the Server System ON/OFF CAUTION! If, after switching ON the server, you can only see flickering stripes on the connected monitor, switch the system OFF immediately (see chapter “Troubleshooting and Tips” on page 133). The system ON/OFF power button does not disconnect the system from the mains voltage.
Page 55 Preparation for Use and Operation Switching the Server System ON/OFF Switching ON/OFF the Server Blades The system must be powered ON. The server blade can be switched ON and OFF in the following ways: – For switching ON the server blade, press the power button of the server blade (position 1 on figure 37 on page 76).
Page 56: Management Blade Configuration
Management Blade Configuration Preparation for Use and Operation Management Blade Configuration The management blade provides functions for managing the blade server system remotely via the LAN (see chapter “The Management Blade” on page 111 and manual “PRIMERGY BX Blade Server Systems RemoteView Management Blade - User Interface Description”).
Page 57 Preparation for Use and Operation Management Blade Configuration Once you have opened the HyperTerminal session the welcome screen of the console menu will be displayed (see figure 17 below). Figure 17: Welcome screen Ê Log in as root. The default password reads root. CAUTION! Change the default root password as soon as possible.
Page 58 Management Blade Configuration Preparation for Use and Operation Ê Enter 1 to call up the Management Agent menu. The Management Agent menu looks like this: Figure 19: Management Agent menu. Ê Enter 1 to call up the Management Agent Information menu. The Management Agent Information menu provides access to the parameters required by the LAN connection.
Page 59 Preparation for Use and Operation Management Blade Configuration Figure 20: Management Agent Information menu Follow the steps below to make the management blade accessible via the LAN. Ê Select 1 to set the default IP address of the management blade to the IP address used for it in your LAN.
Page 60 Management Blade Configuration Preparation for Use and Operation The management blade LAN controller only runs at 10 Mbit/sec. Duplex mode must be defined manually via the Agent NIC Duplex Mode (see figure 21 below). Figure 21: Agent NIC Duplex Mode menu Ê...
Page 61: Updating Bx300 System Components
Updating BX300 Components Server Blade BIOS/BMC Updating BX300 System Components All files you need to update the BX300 system components are available under: http://download.fujitsu-siemens.com. 5.4.1 Updating the Server Blade Firmware (BIOS and BMC) You can update the server blade’s BIOS as well as the server blade’s BMC firmware.
Page 62: Using Tftp
Proceed as follows: Ê Install and run your TFTP server software. Ê Download the TFTP update package BX300_TFTP-IMAGES_<version>.exe from the Fujitsu Siemens Download Server http://download.fujitsu- siemens.com. Ê Extract the desired BIOS and/or BMC firmware files to the TFTP file system root directory.
Page 63 Updating BX300 Components Server Blade BIOS/BMC Figure 22: Server blade BIOS update via WebUI Ê Specify the TFTP Server IP Address providing the BIOS image file for the server blade firmware. Ê Enter the Boot Image File Name for the server blade image file. Ê...
Page 64 Server Blade BIOS/BMC Updating BX300 Components Figure 23: Server blade BMC update via WebUI Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 65: Updating The Management Blade Firmware
Proceed as follows: Ê Install and run your TFTP server software. Ê Download the TFTP update package BX300_TFTP-IMAGES_<version>.exe from the Fujitsu Siemens Download Server http://download.fujitsu- siemens.com. Ê Extract the desired firmware file (*.bin) to the TFTP file system root directory. For information on image file names see the readme file of the TFTP update package.
Page 66 Management Blade BMC Updating BX300 Components Only one management blade installed: Ê Specify the TFTP Server IP Address providing the image file for the management blade firmware. Ê Specify an Agent Update IP Address. The IP address to be supplied in the field Agent Update IP Address is only temporarily used.
Page 67: Updating The Switch Blade Firmware
Updating BX300 Components Switch Blade firmware 5.4.3 Updating the Switch Blade firmware Before updating the firmware, you need to assign an IP address to each Switch Blade. Proceed as follows: Ê Switch on the blade server system and start the management console (Telnet) of the management blade.
Page 68 Ê Install and run your TFTP server software. Ê Download the TFTP update package BX300_TFTP-IMAGES_<version>.exe from the Fujitsu Siemens Download Server http://download.fujitsu- siemens.com. Ê Extract the desired firmware file (*.bix) to the TFTP file system root directory.
Page 69 Updating BX300 Components Switch Blade firmware Ê Start an internet browser on the client server. In the address input field, enter the IP address specified above. Enter user name and password to connect to the switch blade’s web agent (default user name: admin; default password: admin).
Page 70 Switch Blade firmware Updating BX300 Components Ê Enter TFTP Server IP Address, Source File Name (*.bix) and Destination File Name. Figure 26: Transfer the new Operation Code Image File Ê Click Transfer from Server. Ê Wait for a few minutes for completing the update process. Refresh the browser for viewing.
Page 71 Updating BX300 Components Switch Blade firmware Ê Choose Reset from the navigation bar. After resetting, the switch blade will reboot. However, all settings specified before (IP address etc.) will be lost and must be reentered on the management console. Ê Repeat the firmware updating procedure for each installed switch blade. Rev.
Page 73: Blade Server System Lan Port Assignment
Blade Server System LAN Port Assignment One LAN Switch Blade / 10 Server Blades CAUTION! No redundancy! Figure 28: Configuration with one switch blade and 10 server blades Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 74: Two Redundant Lan Switch Blades/10 Server Blades
LAN ports Two Redundant LAN Switch Blades/10 Server Blades In this configuration, the data traffic into and out of the server blades is moving on the LAN channel A only. Refer also to the table 2 on page 66 and chapter “The Switch Blade” on page 103. Two Redundant LAN Switch Blades / 10 Server Blades Figure 29: Configuration with two switch blades (slot 3 redundant) and 10 server blades...
Page 75: Four Lan Switch Blades / 11 Or More Server Blades
Four LAN Switch Blades/10 Server Blades and More LAN ports Four LAN Switch Blades / 11 or More Server Blades Figure 30: Configuration with four switch blades and 20 server blades In this configuration, the data traffic into and out of the server blades is transmitted on the LAN channel A (switch blade in slot 1 or slot 2 corre- sponding to the server blade slot) and/or on the LAN channel B (switch blade in slot 3 or 4 corresponding to the server blade slot).
Page 76: Lan Mapping
LAN ports LAN Mapping LAN Mapping Server Blade Switch Blade slot # channel CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A...
Page 77: Additional Lan Ports
LAN Mapping LAN ports Server Blade Switch Blade slot # channel CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B CH A CH B Table 2: Server blade/Switch blade LAN mapping Additional LAN Ports On the LAN-PCI modules on the front of the Blade Server System there are additional LAN ports available.
Page 79: Property And Data Protection
Property and Data Protection The lockable rack door protects the server against unauthorized access. To protect your system and data internally against unauthorized access, you can use the BIOS Setup security functions. Further security options also can be set in the installed operating system. Consult for this purpose your network administrator or refer to the documen- tation for the corresponding operating system.
Page 81: The Server Blade
(1-20 numbered from left to right) are available for this purpose on the front side of the server system, behind the front panel (figure 31). Figure 31: PRIMERGY BX300 Blade Server System with removed front panel ® Server Blade Pentium ®...
Page 82 Server Blade Pentium® III The Server Blade COA label ® Figure 32: Server blade Pentium III - COA label In any case of Windows operating systems, the license number must be entered after installation the first time you start the operating system. You find this license number on the COA label on the rear of the server blade.
Page 83: Cpu
The Server Blade Server Blade Pentium® III 8.1.1 ® The mono CPU server blade is equipped with one low- voltage (LV) Intel ® Pentium III (933 MHz) processor and the dual CPU server blade with two low- ® ® voltage (LV) Intel Pentium III (933 MHZ or 1 GHz) processors.
Page 84: Server Blade Pentium® M
Server Blade Pentium® M The Server Blade ® Server Blade Pentium ® The server blade Pentium M includes (figure 36): ® – Mono processor support (Pentium M CPU socket) – Two DIMM sockets for maximum 4 GB DDR-RAM 200 MHz –...
Page 85: Cpu
The Server Blade Server Blade Pentium® M ® Figure 36: Server blade Pentium The DDR-RAM modules and hard disk drives must be installed on the server blades before these will be inserted in the corresponding locations (slots). ® In order to use additional controllers the server blade Pentium M can be expanded with a LAN-PCI module or a FC-PCI module (see section “PCI Modules”...
Page 86: Control And Connection Panel
Control and Connection Panel The Server Blade Control and Connection Panel The control and connection panel of booth types of server blade is identical and can be accessed from the front of the system below the front panel (figure 37). ®...
Page 87 The Server Blade Control and Connection Panel lights green: Server blade is switched ON. blinks green: Server blade is switched ON and has been selected for identification or this server blade is failed. blinks green/amber: Server blade is in stand-by mode (ACPI function) or this server blade is failed.
Page 88: Pci Modules
PCI Modules The Server Blade Figure 38: Special cable PCI Modules ® The server blade Pentium M can be expanded with a PCI module. The PCI modules use the logical and electrical layers of the specification for the PCI local bus. The PCI module are intended to be used in the server blade ®...
Page 89: Lan-Pci Module
The Server Blade PCI Modules 8.4.1 LAN-PCI Module The LAN-PCI module supports controller card with one or two RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps base-T Ethernet LAN ports. Figure 39: LAN-PCI module Connectors LAN 1/LAN2 connector is available and can be accessed from the front of the system below the front panel (figure 40).
Page 90: Fc-Pci Module
PCI Modules The Server Blade 8.4.2 FC-PCI Module The FC-PCI module supports controller card with one or two fibre channel (FC) ports. Figure 41: FC-PCI module Connectors FC1/FC2 connector is available and can be accessed from the front of the system below the front panel (figure 42).
Page 91: Exchanging/Adding Procedures
The Server Blade Exchanging/Adding Procedures Exchanging/Adding Procedures 8.5.1 Installing SDRAM/DDR RAM Modules CAUTION! Observe the safety information and the information on handling electro- static-sensitive components in the section “Components With Electro- static Sensitive Devices” on page 18. The SDRAM/DDR RAM modules are equipped with coded connectors so that they cannot be installed incorrectly.
Page 92 Exchanging/Adding Procedures The Server Blade Figure 43: Installing an SDRAM module (a = green touch points) Ê Press the two levers (a) in the direction of the arrows (1) to disengage the locking mechanism of the SDRAM socket. Ê Position the SDRAM module so that the two notches on the bottom edge align with the socket on the server blade (2).
Page 93: Installing An Additional Hard Disk Drive
The Server Blade Exchanging/Adding Procedures Ê Insert the server blade into the corresponding slot in the system (see figure 63 in the section “Inserting the Server Blade” on page 99). The BIOS automatically detects, sizes and initializes memory according to the size and speed of the installed SDRAMs and reports the memory size and allocation to the system via the configuration registers.
Page 94 Exchanging/Adding Procedures The Server Blade No jumper settings on the hard disk drive are necessary. Figure 45: Mounting the IDE interface adapter Ê Align the IDE interface adapter on the marked side (1) and press it in the direction of the arrow on the HDD IDE connector. Rev.
Page 95 The Server Blade Exchanging/Adding Procedures Figure 46: Installing the hard disk drive Ê Place the assembled HDD unit in the empty HDD location on the server blade so that the IDE interface adapter snaps into the corresponding IDE interface connector (1) on the server blade. Figure 47: Installing the hard disk drive Ê...
Page 96: Exchanging A Hard Disk Drive
Exchanging/Adding Procedures The Server Blade 8.5.3 Exchanging a Hard Disk Drive Ê Remove the server blade of the slot in the system (see section “Removing the Server Blade” on page 101). Figure 48: Removing the hard disk drive Ê Unscrew the three mounting screws and remove the HDD from the server blade.
Page 97: Exchanging The Battery
The Server Blade Exchanging/Adding Procedures Ê Assemble the new HDD with the bracket and the IDE adapter, and mount it in the empty HDD location on the server blade as described in section “Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive” on page 83. Ê...
Page 98: Adding Pci Module To The Server Blade Pentium® M
Exchanging/Adding Procedures The Server Blade Figure 50: Exchanging battery on the server blade Ê Press the locking spring in the direction of the arrow (1), so that the lithium- battery jumps out of its socket and remove it (2). Ê Insert a new lithium battery of the same type into the socket (3) and press in the direction of the arrow (4), until it clicks into place.
Page 99 The Server Blade Exchanging/Adding Procedures Attaching PCI Module Attaching the LAN- or FC-PCI module occurs in the same way. The following figures show the procedure for attaching the LAN-PCI module only. Figure 51: Mounting PCI module There is a protective plastic film on the connector (a) on the server blade. Remove it before mounting the PCI module.
Page 100 Exchanging/Adding Procedures The Server Blade Figure 52: Attaching PCI module Ê Press the PCI module in the direction of the arrows (1) on the server blade. Ê Unscrew the mounting screw (2) and remove the connector cover (3). Ê Remove the air duct (4). Figure 53: Fastening PCI module Ê...
Page 101 The Server Blade Exchanging/Adding Procedures Mounting/Removing the low profile PCI Controller Card CAUTION! Observe the safety information and the information on handling electro- static-sensitive components in the section “Components With Electro- static Sensitive Devices” on page 18. Controller cards can be extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must always be handled carefully.
Page 102 Exchanging/Adding Procedures The Server Blade Figure 55: Mounting PCI-FC controller card Ê Insert the controller card in the PCI slot until it engage in place (1+ 2). Ê Engage the locking mechanism for the controller card (3). Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 103 The Server Blade Exchanging/Adding Procedures Figure 56: Connecting PCI-FC controller card Ê Remove the protective cape from the FC connector on the controller card and from the FC connector on the FC-PCI module. Ê Connect the fibre cable to the controller. Ê...
Page 104 Exchanging/Adding Procedures The Server Blade PCI-Ethernet Controller Card The connectors cover and air duct must be removed (see step 2 and 4 on figure 52 on page 90). Ê Mount the PCI-Ethernet controller card as described in section “PCI-FC Controller Card” on page 91. Figure 58: Connecting PCI-Ethernet controller card Ê...
Page 105: Adding/Removing A Server Blade To/From The System
The Server Blade Adding/Removing a Server Blade to/from the System Figure 59: Module with PCI-Ethernet controller card Removing occurs in the reverse order. Adding/Removing a Server Blade to/from the System ® 8.6.1 Server Blade Pentium III/M Depending on the desired configuration, the system can be upgraded with up to ®...
Page 106 Adding/Removing a Server Blade to/from the System The Server Blade CAUTION! Be sure that both power supply units are inserted and functional, before you remove the front fan module! CAUTION! The system can continue operating without the front fan module. The front fan module must be replaced within a reasonable amount of time (max.
Page 107 The Server Blade Adding/Removing a Server Blade to/from the System Figure 61: Ejecting the dummy module (a = green touch point) Ê Eject the dummy module by pulling the ejecting handle (a). Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 108 Adding/Removing a Server Blade to/from the System The Server Blade Figure 62: Removing the dummy module Ê Remove the dummy module completely from the slot. CAUTION! Keep the dummy module for future use. If the server blade is removed and not replaced with a new server blade, then the dummy module must be reinstalled for cooling, to comply with the applicable EMC regulations (regulations on electromagnetic compatibility) and for fire protection.
Page 109 The Server Blade Adding/Removing a Server Blade to/from the System Inserting the Server Blade CAUTION! Observe the safety information and the information on handling electro- static-sensitive components in the section “Components With Electro- static Sensitive Devices” on page 18. Server blades can be extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge and must always be handled carefully.
Page 110 Adding/Removing a Server Blade to/from the System The Server Blade Figure 64: Engaging of the locking mechanism Ê Swing up the eject handle until the locking mechanism the server blade engages completely. Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 111: Server Blade Pentium® M With Attached Pci Module
The Server Blade Adding/Removing a Server Blade to/from the System Removing the Server Blade The server blade is removed in the same way with the dummy module (see “Removing the Dummy Module” on page 96). CAUTION! Observe the safety information and the information on handling electro- static-sensitive components in the section “Components With Electro- static Sensitive Devices”...
Page 112 Adding/Removing a Server Blade to/from the System The Server Blade Ê Remove the front fan module (see section “Replacing the Front Fan Module” on page 126). CAUTION! Be sure that both power supply units are inserted and functional, before you remove the front fan module! CAUTION! The system can continue operating without the front fan module.
Page 113: The Switch Blade
The Switch Blade The four hot-swappable redundant switch blades provide high-speed LAN access via multiple Gigabit interfaces. Each switch blade has ten downlink ports to the server blades and three uplink ports. These LAN connections provide the I/O functionality for the server blade. All traffic to and from the system occurs via Network.
Page 114: Control And Connection Panel
Control and Connection Panel The Switch Blade If more than 10 server blades are to be integrated in the system, the even- numbered slots 2 and 4 will be used, and a third or forth switch blade must be installed in these slots. For corresponding server blade/switch blade LAN mapping see table 2 on page 66.
Page 115 The Switch Blade Control and Connection Panel The following table shows the indicator and connection elements. 1 Failure indicator (amber LED) dark: The switch blade is o.k. System is switched OFF. lights amber: The switch blade has failed. blinks amber: The switch is selected for identification via CLI.
Page 116: Installing A Switch Blade
Installing a Switch Blade The Switch Blade Installing a Switch Blade Depending on the desired configuration, the system can be upgraded with up to three switch blades. CAUTION! Observe the safety information and the information on handling electro- static-sensitive components in the section “Components With Electro- static Sensitive Devices”...
Page 117 The Switch Blade Installing a Switch Blade Figure 68: Removing the dummy module (a = green touch point) Ê Swing down (1) the handle (a) until the locking mechanism of the dummy module disengages. Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 118 Installing a Switch Blade The Switch Blade Ê Remove the dummy module from the location (2). CAUTION! Keep the dummy module for future use. If you remove the switch blade and do not replace it with a new one, you must reinstall the dummy module.
Page 119 The Switch Blade Installing a Switch Blade Figure 70: Engaging the locking mechanism (a = green touch point) Ê Swing up the eject handle (a) of the switch blade (2) until the locking mechanism of the switch blade engages. Removing the Switch Blade The switch blade is removed in the same way as the dummy module (see “Removing the Dummy Module”...
Page 121: The Management Blade
The Management Blade The Blade Server System accommodates two hot-swappable, redundant management blades with an integrated management solution for complete remote administration of the system. The management blades provide comfortable user interfaces: a web interface is available as well as a console menu interface using the Telnet protocol.
Page 122: Control And Connection Panel
Control and Connection Panel The Management Blade 10.1 Control and Connection Panel Figure 72: Management blade control and connection panel The following indicator and connection elements are available: Serial port connector Standard serial port, management communication port. LAN connector (with two integrated LAN status LEDs (see next positions 3 and 4)) LAN port, RJ45, 10Mb management LAN.
Page 123 System is switched OFF, no 5 V stand-by power present. The LAN is not linked. lights amber: The LAN is linked. I2C connector Proprietary I2C (IPMI) connector for Fujitsu Siemens Computers service applications. Failure indicator (amber LED) dark: This management blade is o.k.
Page 124: Exchanging The Battery
Exchanging the Battery The Management Blade 10.2 Exchanging the Battery In order to save the system information permanently, a lithium battery is installed to provide the CMOS memory with a current. When the charge is too low or the battery is empty, a corresponding error message is provided. The lithium battery must then be replaced.
Page 125: Exchanging A Management Blade
The Management Blade Exchanging a Management Blade 10.3 Exchanging a Management Blade CAUTION! Observe the safety information and the information on handling electro- static-sensitive components in the section “Components With Electro- static Sensitive Devices” on page 18. Removing the Management Blade Figure 73: Disengaging the management blade (a = green touch point) Ê...
Page 126 Exchanging a Management Blade The Management Blade Figure 74: Removing the management blade Ê Remove the management blade from the slot. CAUTION! To insure cooling, to comply with the applicable EMC regulations (regula- tions on electromagnetic compatibility) and for fire protection always both management blades have to be plugged in.
Page 127: The Power Supply Concept
The power supply units are directly accessible at the rear of the system (figure 75): Figure 75: PRIMERGY BX300 Blade Server System: rear view The power supply unit can communicate with the system service processor via the I2C bus interface. PSU part number, FRU number, barcode number, manufacturer ID, and fault data are stored in a VPD EEPROM module with an I2C interface.
Page 128 Power Supply Unit (PSU) The Power Supply Concept There are three LED indicators (figure 76) on the front of the power supply unit for PSU status monitoring. Figure 76: Power supply unit: LEDs Power supply condition AC indicator Fan failure PSU status (green LED) indicator...
Page 129: 11.1.1 Replacing A Power Supply Unit
The Power Supply Concept Power Supply Unit (PSU) 11.1.1 Replacing a Power Supply Unit If a power supply unit fails, the amber front identify LED on the front panel of the system blinks. The defective power supply unit can be replaced without turning the server OFF.
Page 130 Power Supply Unit (PSU) The Power Supply Concept Ê Remove the power supply cable from the insulated socket of the defective PSU. CAUTION! Pay attention! The PSU can be very hot! Figure 77: Disengaging the power supply unit (a = green touch point) Ê...
Page 131 The Power Supply Concept Power Supply Unit (PSU) Figure 78: Removing the power supply unit Ê Swivel the handle completely in the direction of the arrow to unlock the PSU from the chassis and pull it out from the slot. CAUTION! Pay attention! The PSU can be very hot! To mount a PSU follow the instructions in reverse order.
Page 132: Power Management
Power Management The Power Supply Concept 11.2 Power Management Depending on the available AC voltage range and the number of power supply units available at a time (one or two) you have to take notice of some limitations (see table 4). Depending on the available AC voltage range, the maximal active power output of the power supply units (PSU) is shown in the following table (see also section “Technical Data”...
Page 133 The Power Supply Concept Power Management type of the 100 V - 127 V 200 V - 240 V server blades 1,4 GHz / 1,6 GHz DP 1 GHz DP 933 MHz DP 800 MHz Table 4: Maximal number of server blades depending on the power supply If no redundancy is desired in some situations it might be possible to switch ON an additional server blade if a slot is available.
Page 135: The Ventilation Concept
The Ventilation Concept The system is kept cool by three fans in each power supply unit, two fans in the rear fan module, and five fans in the front panel. When a fan fails, the amber front identify LED (see figure 15 on page 42) on the front panel blinks.
Page 136: 12.1.1 Replacing The Front Fan Module
The Front Fan Module The Ventilation Concept 12.1.1 Replacing the Front Fan Module CAUTION! If a system error has occurred and the front identify/fault LED is blinking, the error must be resolved, before adding or removing any additional components. e. g. Be sure that both power supply units are inserted and functional, before you remove and/or install one of the fan modules (front or rear)!
Page 137 The Ventilation Concept The Front Fan Module Removing the support cable on the front fan module Figure 80: Removing the support cable on the front fan module Ê Remove the cable support (1) with the fastened cables from the support brackets and let it hang down (2).
Page 138 The Front Fan Module The Ventilation Concept Figure 81: Loosen the screws on the front fan module Ê Loosen the four knurled screws on the front panel of the system. Figure 82: Removing the front fan module Ê Remove the front fan module. The defective front fan module must be replaced within a reasonable amount of time (max.
Page 139: The Rear Fan Module
The Ventilation Concept The Rear Fan Module 12.2 The Rear Fan Module The rear fan module is accessible from the rear of the system and contains two fans. Figure 83: The rear fan module 12.2.1 Replacing the Rear Fan Module CAUTION! If a system error has occurred and the front identify/fault LED is blinking, the error must be resolved, before adding or removing any additional...
Page 140 The Rear Fan Module The Ventilation Concept Figure 84: Disengaging the rear fan module (a = green touch point) Ê Press the locking button (green) to disengage the detent of the module handle. Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 141 The Ventilation Concept The Rear Fan Module Figure 85: Removing the rear fan module Ê Swivel the handle completely down to disengage the locking mechanism and pull out the rear fan module. Mounting is done in the reverse order. Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 143: Troubleshooting And Tips
Troubleshooting and Tips CAUTION! Please note the safety instructions in the chapter “Important Notes” on page 13. If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described – in this chapter – in the chapters for the components installed – in the documentation for the connected devices –...
Page 144: System Power Led Remains Dark
System Power LED Remains Dark Troubleshooting and Tips 13.2 System Power LED Remains Dark The power LED (see figure 15 on page 42) remains dark after you have switched ON your system: Wrongly Connected Power Cables Ê Make sure that the power cables are correctly connected to the system power supply units and to the mains socket strip of the rack (see section “Connecting the System to the Line Voltage”...
Page 145: System Switches Itself Off
Troubleshooting and Tips System Switches Itself OFF One of the Fans In the Front and/or Rear Fan Module has Failed Even though the system can continue operating without one of the fans included in the front fan module, you should: Ê...
Page 146: Flickering Stripes On The Monitor Screen
Flickering Stripes On the Monitor Screen Troubleshooting and Tips Monitor Power Cable or Data Cable Not Connected Ê Switch OFF the monitor. Ê Check whether the power cable is properly connected to the monitor and to the grounded insulated socket. Ê...
Page 147: No Mouse Pointer Displayed On The Screen
The management blades administers central the time and date of all server blades. Ê Power ON the PRIMERGY BX300 to set all server blades to the correct time. If the time and date are repeatedly wrong when you switch on your server blade, you must change the lithium battery on the management blade (see section “Exchanging the Battery”...
Page 148: 13.12 Drive Reported As Defective
Drive Reported as Defective Troubleshooting and Tips The Server Blade Does Not Boot After Exchanging a Defective HDD Wrong definition for the corresponding “Master/Slave” drive before rebuild procedure is started (see section “Drive Reported as Defective” on page 138). During the rebuild procedure the data on the “Slave” drive will be overwritten with the data from the “Master”...
Page 149 Troubleshooting and Tips Drive Reported as Defective Channel Slot no. Master Table 5: HDD Channel: ID and Corresponding Location (Slot no.) on the Server Blade Ê Switch OFF the corresponding server blade and physically replace the defective hard disk drive with an identical model (see “Installing an Additional Hard Disk Drive”...
Page 151: Related Publications
The actual version of the necessary manuals can be downloaded free of charge from the Internet. The overview page showing the online documentation availble in the Internet can be fount via the URL: http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com (choose: intel based servers) Safety Ergonomics...
Page 152 Related publications [12] PRIMERGY BX Blade Server Systems RemoteView Management Blade - User Interface Description User Guide [13] BIOS-Setup Beschreibung/Reference Manual Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 153: Index
Index connecting adding cables 39 server blade 95 external devices 39 server blade Pentium® M with PCI connectors module 101 switch blade 104 approvals consumables 21 product safety 8 control panel 112 ASR&R 5 CPU 4 attaching server blade Pentium® III 73 PCI module 88 server blade Pentium®...
Page 154 Index floppy disk cannot be read/written 137 hard disk drive (HDD) 5 incorrect date 137 incorrect time 137 installing 83 no display on screen 136 height units 28 no mouse pointer 137 hot-swap screen remains dark 135 fan module 6 server blade will not boot 137 management blade 6 system switches itself OFF 135...
Page 155 Index PDA 5, 6 mains voltage Ports connecting the system 40 additional LAN 67 management blade 111, 112 power supply battery 114 power supply unit 5, 117 connection panel 112 system 117 exchanging 115 power supply unit 5, 117 mapping indicators 118 LAN 66, 104 replacing 119...
Page 156 Index server blade 71 switching OFF adding 95 system 44 battery 87 switching ON connection panel 76 system 44 control panel 76 switch-OFF time CPU 4 define 45 dummy module 96 switch-ON time hard disk drive 5 define 45 HDD 83 system indicators 76 configuration 63...
Page 157 Index ventilation fan in power supply unit 5, 125 fan module 5, 125 system 125 ventilation clearance 9 weight 9 Rev. 8.0 A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 159 Comments Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH User Documentation Suggestions 81730 Munich Germany Corrections Fax: (++49) 700 / 372 00000 email: manuals@fujitsu-siemens.com http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com Submitted by Comments on PRIMERGY BX300 Blade Server System A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 161 Comments Fujitsu Siemens Computers GmbH User Documentation Suggestions 81730 Munich Germany Corrections Fax: (++49) 700 / 372 00000 email: manuals@fujitsu-siemens.com http://manuals.fujitsu-siemens.com Submitted by Comments on PRIMERGY BX300 Blade Server System A26361-K863-Z102-8-7619...
Page 163 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.

Fujitsu PRIMERGY BX300 Operating Manual

1 Introduction

2 Overview: Blade Server System Installation Steps

3 Important Notes

4 Installing the Hardware

5 Preparation for Use and Operation

6 Blade Server System LAN Port Assignment

7 Property and Data Protection

8 The Server Blade

9 The Switch Blade

10 The Management Blade

11 The Power Supply Concept

12 The Ventilation Concept

13 Troubleshooting and Tips

Related Publications

Index

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