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NEC Express5800/R120h-2M User Manual

NEC Express5800/R120h-2M User Manual

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User's Guide
NEC Express Server
Express5800 Series
Express5800/R120h-2M
EXP810
Chapter 1 General Description
Chapter 2 Preparations
Chapter 3 Setup
Chapter 4 Appendix
Second edition, July 2018
© NEC Corporation 2018

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide NEC Express Server Express5800 Series Express5800/R120h-2M EXP810 Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter 3 Setup Chapter 4 Appendix Second edition, July 2018 © NEC Corporation 2018...

  • Page 2: Manuals

    Getting Started Describes how to use this server, from unpacking to operations. See this guide first and read the outline of this product. The electronic edition has been published on a website (http://www.nec.com/ express/). User’s Guide Chapter 1: General Description Overviews, names, and functions of the server’s parts...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.9 Identification of Drive Boxes ...................... 42 Front BOX ....................... 42 Rear BOX ....................... 42 Mid BOX ......................... 43 4.10 Device Number ........................44 Drive bay numbers when a RAID controller is used ..........44 Chapter 2 Preparations ............................. 45 Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 1.18 RAID controller extension battery N8103-198 ............... 114 Handling precautions ..................114 Installing the N8103-198 extension Battery ............114 Removal ......................117 1.19 VMware ESXi USB flash memory for installation (N8106-016/017) ........118 Installation of USB flash memory N8106-016/017 ..........118 Removal ......................119 Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 5 2.3 Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage ..............193 2.4 Cases that Require Configuration .................... 196 2.5 System Configuration via Network ................... 199 Overview ....................... 199 How to Backup System Configuration ..............200 How to Restore System Configuration ..............201 Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 6 4.3 Usage of Starter Pack ......................208 5. Installing Software Components ........................209 6. Turning Off the Server ..........................210 Chapter 4 Appendix ............................211 1. Specifications ............................... 212 2. Glossary ............................... 215 3. Revision Record ............................217 Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 7: Conventions Used In This Document

    Description of a warning Term indicating a degree of danger attention WARNING Use only the specified outlet Use a grounded outlet with the specified voltage. Use of an improper power source may cause a fire or a power leak. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 8: Notations Used In The Text

    DVD-ROM drive  DVD Super MULTI drive Hard disk drive Unless otherwise stated, hard disk drive described in this document refer to both of the following.  Hard disk drive (HDD)  Solid state drive (SSD)  Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 9: Abbreviations Of Operating Systems (Windows)

    Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard Windows Server 2012 R2 Windows Server 2012 R2 Datacenter POST POST described in this manual refers to the following.  Power On Self-Test BMC described in this manual refers to the following.  Baseboard Management Controller Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 10: Trademarks

    Trademarks Trademarks ExpressUpdate is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Server are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Intel and Xeon are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation of the United States.

  • Page 11: License Notification

    . Neither the name of Intel nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 12 HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 13 2. Altered source versions must be plainly marked as such, and must not be misrepresented as being the original software. 3. This notice may not be removed or altered from any source distribution. Jean-loup Gailly jloup@gzip.org Mark Adler madler@alumni.caltech.edu Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 14: Warnings And Additions To This Document

    If you have any concerns, or discover errors or omissions in this document, contact your sales representative. Regardless of article 4, NEC Corporation assumes no responsibility for effects resulting from your operations. The sample values used in this document are not actual values.

  • Page 15: Warning Label

    Warning label are attached on or near the components with potential hazards. This label is either attached or printed on the component. Do not remove or black out this label and keep it clean. If no label is attached or printed on the server, contact your sales representative. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 16: Handling Precautions (For Proper Operations)

    This server does not support hibernation/standby function.  For optional devices, we recommend you use our NEC products. Even if they are successfully installed or connected, installation of unsupported devices can cause the server to malfunction or even failure. You will be charged to repair failure or damage caused by use of such products even within warranty period.
  • Page 17 Keeping your equipment clean is important not only for the appearance but also for functional and safety reasons. A dusty monitor makes it difficult to see the display contents, so clean it regularly. Take rest breaks When you feel tired, take a break. Light exercise is also recommended. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 18: Chapter 1 General Description

    1. Introduction 2. Accessories Describes the accessories of the server. 3. Features Describes the features of the server and the server management. 4. Names and Functions of Parts Describes the name of each part contained in this server. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 19: Introduction

    Chapter 1 General Description 1. Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing this NEC Express5800 Series product. This server is powered by the latest microprocessor "Intel Xeon processor". ® ® With our latest technology and architecture, we offer "high performance" and "high reliability" that could not be accomplished by conventional servers.

  • Page 20: Accessories

    The chassis serial number plate and maintenance label is located on the server. If the serial number does not match the number on the warranty, you may not be guaranteed against failure even within the warranty period. Contact your sales representative if they do not match. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 21: Features

    Xeon Gold 6154 Processor (3GHz, 18C/36T, 24.75MB, TDP 200W), ‑ Xeon Platinum 8153 Processor (2 GHz, 16C/32T, 22MB, TDP 125W), ‑ Xeon Platinum 8156 Processor (3.60 GHz, 4C/8T, 16.50MB, TDP 105W), ‑ Xeon Platinum 8158 Processor (3GHz, 12C/24T, 24.75MB, TDP 150W), Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 22 ・RAID system (Disk Array) (An option card is required.) ・Auto rebuild feature (hot swapping supported) ・System utility password feature ・The security lock that comes with Front Bezel ・Redundant fan configuration ・Fan (hot swapping supported) ・HDD (hot swapping supported) Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 23 ・No cable connection is required to install a hard disk drive, additional power supply unit, and redundant fan unit (hot swap supported). ・Slide rails for each installation Many built-in Features ・Redundant power supply system supported (valid when optional power supply unit is installed) ・Software power-off ・Remote power-on feature ・AC-Link feature ・Remote console feature Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 24 *10: When an optional riser card is installed with PCI Express 3.0: 3 slot (x8 lanes) for the primary riser, PCI Express 3.0: 3 slot (x8 lane) for the secondary riser, and PCI Express 3.0: 2 slot (x8 lane) for the tertiary riser. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: Names And Functions Of Parts

    (1) Front Bezel (2) Key Slot A cover for protecting the front of the server. This A slot for Bezel Lock Key that is used to lock Front cover can be locked with the provided Bezel Lock Bezel. Key. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 26: Front View (Without Front Bezel)

    LED lights up or flashes if iLO is restarted via UID Not support. switch (5) iLO service port USB connector A USB connector used for connecting to iLO such as for acquiring log. For details, refer to iLO 5 User's Guide. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 27: Rear View

    A PCIe slot bay dedicated to an additional LAN card (9) LINK LED (optional) that can be directly connected to the LEDs for showing the status of LAN. (See page 39) motherboard. *1: Secondary/Tertiary Riser are an option which needs the second processor before the installation. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 28: External View

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts External View (1) Top cover (2) Hood latch Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 29: Internal View

    (3) Processor (CPU, installed under the heat indicate slot numbers. sink) -1 PSU1 (required option) -1 CPU1 (required option) -2 PSU2 (optional) -2 CPU2 (option) (11) Battery for RAID controller (4) DIMM (option) (5) Slot for RAID Controller (6) Motherboard Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 30: Motherboard

    CPU2 is required for using the tertiary riser card. (11) SATA Port 5 connector for optical disk drive (21) Lithium Battery (22) Connector for Option TPM Kit (23) Connector for Option COM (24) Drive BP Power Connector Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 31: System Maintenance Switch

    *3 Regarding the operation procedure of SW6, see Chapter 1 (7.3.3 Set the System Configuration Back to the Default Value) in the Maintenance Guide. *4 Default values may be different from the factory presets. *5 When you set SW1, SW5, and SW6 to ON at the same time, boot with the backup ROM. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 32: Dimm Slot

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts DIMM slot DIMM slots are numbered in order 1 to 12 for the processor. 2 slot/channel Front Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Cooling Fan Option

    If the cooling fan fails or lacks, the redundancy will fail. The server shuts down in the normal way when the second cooling fan fails or falls short. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 34 Configuration (RBSU),” Server Component may be damaged by a high temperature event. Tips In case NEC ESMPRO ServerAgentService is installed, since a shut down due to high temperature is executed by NEC ESMPRO ServerAgentService, you need to set “Thermal Shutdown” to “Disabled.”...

  • Page 35: Status Indicators

    For details, refer to (2) Power failure LED. The power is not supplied, the power cord is not connected, the power supply unit is not installed, the power supply unit is defect, or the power cord is disconnected. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 36 The power is not supplied, the power cord is not connected, the power supply unit is not installed, the power supply unit is defect, or the power cord is disconnected. If the STATUS LED indicates a degraded or critical condition, check the system IML or use iLO to check the system status. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 37 Flashes 9 times When the STATUS LED on the front panel lights in amber or red, it indicates that an event has occurred on the server. For details, refer to (3) Combined LED descriptions in the next section. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 38 If the LED in multiple DIMM slots is lit, further troubleshooting is required. Remove all other DIMMs and test each bank of DIMMs. Replace each DIMM in the bank with a properly working DIMM to identify the faulty DIMM. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 39: Leds On The Backside Of The Unit

    One or more of the following situations are occurring • AC power is not supplied • Power supply unit has failed • Power supply unit is in standby mode • Power supply unit exceeds the current limit Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 40: Hot Plug Compatible Sata/Sas Drive Led

    Do not turn off or reboot the server while a HDD is being rebuilt.  Wait for at least 90 seconds before installing a HDD after removing one.  Do not replace a HDD while another HDD is being rebuilt. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 41: Pcie Ssd Drive Led

    Unsigned in OS. Optical Disk Drive Access LED (optional) The LED for optical disk drive at the front of the server flashes when a CD or DVD is being accessed. The access LED of optical disk drive Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 42: Identification Of Drive Boxes

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Identification of Drive Boxes Front BOX Chart BOX number number BOX1 BOX2 BOX3 Rear BOX Chart BOX number number BOX4 BOX5 BOX6 Chart BOX number number BOX4 BOX6 Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 43: Mid Box

    Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Mid BOX Chart BOX number number BOX7 Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 44: Device Number

    Connection to a RAID controller PCI board (Type-p) to be installed on riser card Drive bay numbers when a RAID controller is used If the drive back plane is directly connected to the controller, the drive bay number starts from 1. Here we illustrate the examples. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 45: Chapter 2 Preparations

    This chapter describes preparations for using this server. 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices You can skip this section if you did not purchase any optional devices. 2. Installation and Connection Place the server in a suitable location and connect cables following this section. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 46: Installing Internal Optional Devices

    This section describes the instructions for installing supported optional devices and precautions. Important Use only the devices and cables specified by NEC. You will be charged to repair damages, malfunctions, and failures caused by the use of any devices or cables not specified for use with this server even within the warranty period.

  • Page 47: Overview Of Installation And Removal

    13. When installing or removing other internal options, remove from the rack from the maindevice, and place it on a sturdy, flat desk. Important Do not leave the server being pulled out from the rack. Remove Top Cover. See Chapter 2 (1.5 Removing Top Cover). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 48 See Chapter 2 (1.30 Power Supply Unit). Attach Front Bezel. See Chapter 2 (1.31 Installing Front Bezel). Installation and removal for internal optional devices are now complete. Continue the setup with reference to Chapter 2 (2.2 Connection). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Identifying Servers (Uid Switch)

    To turn UID LED on, press UID Switch. When it is pressed again, the LED will be off. UID switch UID LED Front 8x 3.5-inch drive model UID switch UID LED Front 12x 3.5-inch drive model UID LED Rear Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 50: Removing Front Bezel

    Be careful not to press the POWER Switch. Important If you fail to remove the front bezel properly, the front bezel might be damaged. Pay attention not to press the power switch when installing the front bezel. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 51: Removing Top Cover

    Unlock the hood latch on the top by pressing from behind and raise the hood latch. Close Open Security screw Hood latch Security screw (1) Slide the cover a little bit to the rear side of the chassis. Lift Top Cover and remove it from the server. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 52: Removing The Air Baffle

    When installing or removing internal optional devices, or when changing the internal cable connection, remove the air baffle. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Press both sides of the air baffle, and pull it upwards to remove it. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 53: Tpm Kit N8115-35

    Our company is not liable for blocked data access caused by improper TPM use. For operating instructions, see the TPM documentation or the encryption technology feature documentation provided by the operating system. Check the position of the TPM installer connector on the figure below. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 54: Installing The N8115-35 Tpm Kit

    Please download the latest version from our support center website. For updating System utility, please follow the instructions on the website. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Temporarily remove options and cables that prevent the installation of TPM. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 55 In order to prevent damage of the system due to improper cooling or elevated temperature, please do not activate the server or enclosure without implementing any of component or blank on all of drive bays and device bays. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 56: Enable Tpm

    For more information, see the Microsoft website. If you need detailed information on the update of firmware and the procedure of hardware, refer to the Web Site of NEC Support Center. Retaining the recovery key/password The recovery key/password is generated during BitLocker setup, and can be saved and printed after BitLocker is enabled.

  • Page 57: Processor (Cpu)

    Important Safety Precautions and Regulatory Notices.  Make sure to use the CPU authorized by NEC. Installing a third-party CPU may cause a failure of the CPU as well as the motherboard. Repair of the server due to failures or damage resulted from installing such a CPU will be charged.

  • Page 58: Maximum Number Of Processor Cores Supported By This Server

    Align the processor-heatsink module with the heatsink alignment pins and gently lower it down until it sits evenly on the socket. The heatsink alignment pins are keyed. The processor will only install one way. Your heatsink may look different than the one shown. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 59  If the heat sink is not level, remove it, and then install it again. Note The following probably causes the heat sink not to be level: – The CPU is not positioned correctly. – All screws are not completely tightened.  Do not move the secured heat sink. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 60 Install an additional fan unit provided with additional CPU kit. Remove the fan blank cover from the fan bay. Attach the fan to bay 1 and 2. Fan connection conditions are shown in the table below. Configuration 1xCPU Blank cover Blank cover 2xCPU Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 61: Identifying Processor Type

    To remove CPU, reverse the installation procedure. Also follow the steps below if the CPU was removed. Mount the protective cover to CPU socket. Remove the additional fan unit. Attach the fan blank cover. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 62: High-Performance Fan N8181-158

    To install the components, follow these steps. See steps 1 to 7 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove fan blank cover from the fan bay if it has been installed. Note Keep each removed fan blank covers. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 63: Removal

    ON. Removal The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important Re-attach the blank cover removed to maintain the internal cooling. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 64: Hot Plug Fan

    If the shutdown function due to high temperature is disabled in system utility, equipment parts may become damaged by high temperatures. Tips In case NEC ESMPRO ServerAgentService is installed, since a shut down due to high temperature is executed by NEC ESMPRO ServerAgentService, you need to set “Thermal Shutdown” to “Disabled.”...

  • Page 65: High-Performance Cpu Heat Sink Module N8101-1286, 1U Heat Sink

     Be sure to loosen each heatsink nut in the order indicated. Otherwise, damage Note might occur to the heatsink or processor.  Install the processor heatsink assembly as soon as possible after removing it. Do not leave the processor socket unpopulated for extended periods of time. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 66 Install the protective cover on the processor socket. Remove the processor from the heat sink Locate the release slot between the processor and heat sink. Release slot is located on the opposite side of the pin 1 mark. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 67 Heat sink latch Heat sink latch Pin 1 mark on frame Pin 1 mark on heat sink Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 68 ③ Using a T-30 hexalobular screwdriver, fully tighten each heatsink nut until it no longer turns. Note Be sure to tighten each heatsink nut fully in the order indicated. Otherwise, boot failure or intermittent shutdowns might occur. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 69: Identifying Processor Type

    To remove CPU, reverse the installation procedure. Also follow the steps below if the CPU was removed. Mount the protective cover to CPU socket. Remove the additional fan unit. Mount the fan blank cover. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 70: Dimm

    3.0TB *1: Shown below is the maximum memory size when Hyper-V is used: - Windows Server 2012 R2: Up to 4TB *2: Up to 4 TB on virtual machine *3: Up to 6 TB on virtual machine Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 71: Dimm Installation Order

    The order of installation may be different on x1CPU (PROC1) configuration and x2 CPU (PROC1, PROC2) configuration. When only CPU1 is mounted Mounted CPU1 slot number number 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 DIMM 5 DIMM 6 DIMM 7 DIMM 8 DIMM 9 DIMM 10 DIMM 11 DIMM 12 DIMM Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 72     N8102-709, 16GB/R, 1R      N8102-710, 16GB/R, 2R      N8102-711, 32GB/R, 2R  N8102-712, 64GB/LR, 4R  N8102-713, 128GB/3DS, 8R : Allowed to be install together Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 73 N code DIMM type DIMM rank Capacity (GB) 1CPU (GB) 2CPU (GB) RDIMM Single N8102-708 RDIMM Dual N8102-714 RDIMM Single N8102-709 RDIMM Dual N8102-710 RDIMM Dual N8102-711 LRDIMM Quad 1536 N8102-712 3DS LRDIMM Octal 1536 3072 N8102-713 Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 74: Checking Dimm

    U = CAS 20-18-18 CAS latency V = CAS 19-19-19 (for RDIMM, LRDIMM) V = CAS 22-19-19 (for 3DS TSVLRDIMM) R = RDIMM (with register) L = LRDIMM (low loading) DIMM type E = Unbuffered ECC (UDIMM) Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 75: Installation

    In order to prevent damage of the system due to improper cooling or elevated temperature, please do not activate the server or enclosure without implementing any of component or blank on all of drive bays and device bays. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 76: Removal / Replacement

    Note When removing a defective DIMM, check error messages displayed at POST or NEC ESMPRO and check the DIMM socket where the defective DIMM is installed. Please check if there is no error on POST after replacing/removing DIMM. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 77: Memory Function

    The motherboard of this device has six systems of "Memory Channel", which controls memory. Memory Controller 1 Memory Controller 2 Memory Controller 1 Memory Controller 2 "Memory Mirroring Function" and "Memory Sparing Function" are functions to retain redundancy by monitoring of memories and switching among channels. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 78 From system utility, set "System Configuration > BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU) >System Options > Memory Operations > Advanced Memory Protection" to "Mirrored Memory with Advanced ECC Support". ● After rebooting, confirm that "Advanced Memory Protection Mode：Memory Mirroring with Advanced ECC" is displayed in POST. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 79 In this case,"Advanced ECC" is displayed in POST’s "Advanced Memory Protection Mode". IML also records the relevant error events. Notes for replacements at failure At the time of failure, identify damaged DIMM(s) from IML and replace DIMM(s) one by one. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 80 2304GB Memory Controller 1 Memory Controller 2 Spare Set Spare Set Spare Set Spare Set Spare Set Spare Set Memory Controller 1 Memory Controller 2 Spare Set Spare Set Spare Set Spare Set Spare Set Spare Set Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 81 From the System Utilities, select "System Configuration > BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU) > System Options > Memory Operations to set Advanced Memory Protection" to "Fault Tolerant Memory (ADDDC)". ● After restarting, check that "Advanced Memory Protection Mode: Fault Tolerant Memory (ADDDC)" appears on POST. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 82 In addition, the related error events are recorded in IML. Cautions for replacement of DIMM due to a failure In case of a failure, identify the faulty DIMM from IML, and replace DIMM in a unit of one piece of DIMM. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 83: Riser Card

    In order to prevent the damage to server's main body or the expansion board, please remove all the AC power cables before removing/installing riser card. To install the components, follow these steps. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 84 Please see Chapter 2 (2 installation and connection) in this manual to conduct installation and connection, and turn the power supply ON. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 85: Installing Secondary Riser Card

    See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Unfasten two screws securing the rear blank cover, and pull up the blank cover to remove it. Note Keep each removed blank covers. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 86: Installing Tertiary Riser Card

    In order to prevent the damage to server's main body or the expansion board, please remove all the AC power cables before removing/installing riser card. To install the components, follow these steps. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 87 Unfasten 3 screws and remove secondary riser card. Attach the secondary riser card removed in step 3 to secondary side of tertiary riser card (butterfly riser card), and fasten with 3 screws. After that, proceed to step 6. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 88 Remove the 2 screws that fix the secondary riser blank cover in place, and remove the cover by lifting it up. Note Keep each removed blank covers. Remove the 3 screws that fix the tertiary riser blank cover in place, and remove the cover by lifting it up. Note Keep each removed blank covers. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 89 10. Please see Chapter 2 (2 Installation and connection) in this manual to conduct installation and connection, and turn the power supply ON. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 90: Removal

    Raise the screw handle on the riser card and turn 180 degrees to the left, then remove the riser card by pulling upward. Attach the stud and fixing parts to the slotted hole of the riser card that for fixing M.2 SSD media. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 91: Removing M.2 Media

    Please see Chapter 2 (2 Installation and connection) in this manual to conduct installation and connection, and turn the power supply ON. Removing M.2 media The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 92: Pci Board

    PCIe3 x8 (8,4,2,1) ・Tertiary riser connector Slot PCIe type 2 slots riser Full-length/Full-height (FL/FH) PCIe3 x16 (16,8,4,2,1) Half-length/Full-height (HL/FH) PCIe3 x16 (16,8,4,2,1) Example of slot description Slot2 PCIe3 x16 (4,2,1) Link width Physical connector width Gen3 Slot number Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 93: Notes

    [PCI Express 2.0(x1)] 1000BASE-T Card (4ch) Network cables with RJ-45 plug － － N8104-179 [PCI Express 2.0(x4)] covers cannot be used. 1000BASE-T Card (2ch) Network cables with RJ-45 plug － － N8104-180 [PCI Express 2.0(x4)] covers cannot be used. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 94 *4 We offer various types of riser cards. Depending on the types of riser cards, performance, form and support PCI card of a slot may be different. Check the compatibilities of PCI cards referring to the list of riser cards. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 95 *2 Shows a connector size. Cards having the number of plugs or lower can be connected. <Ex.> x8 Plug→ x1 card, x4 card, or x8 card can be installed. x16 card cannot be installed. FH: Full height FL: Full length *3 One PCIe SSD connector can support two 2.5 inch PCI SSD. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 96: Installing Pci Board In The Primary/Secondary Riser

    Raise the screw handles located on the upper part of the riser card and turn it 180°. To the left. Pick up the both end part of the primary riser card and lift them up to remove. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 97 Connect the required internal and external cables to the PCI board. Refer to the documentation that came with the PCI board. Tips To connect a PCI card to the connector on motherboard with cable, connect a cable to PCI card before installing riser card unit. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 98 Please see Chapter 2 (2 Installation and Connection) in this manual to conduct installation and connection, and turn the power supply ON. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 99: Installing The Tertiary Riser Pci Card

    Remove the blank cover of riser card following the procedures shown for primary/ secondary riser. Note Keep each removed blank covers. Install the PCI card and fix it in place by following the same procedure in the primary and secondary risers. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 100: Removal

    ON. Removal The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important Re-attach the blank cover removed to maintain the internal cooling. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 101: Raid Controller (Pci Board Type-P)

    See steps 1 to 7 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Raise two screw handles at the top of riser card (Butterfly Riser) and turn them to the left 180 degrees. Then hold both sides of cage and lift them upright to remove the cage. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 102 Fit properly the terminal parts of PCI board to the connector of riser card and insert the terminal parts into the connector. Then shut the parts to fix PCI board to direction (2) and fix firmly. Connect power cable for cache backup. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 103 Next, raise the screw handle at the top of cage and turn the handle to the right 180 degrees to fix the cage.Then put down the screw handle as before. As shown in the diagram below, connect Front Disc BP and RAID Controller with SAS Cable. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 104: Removal

    ON. Removal The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important To maintain the cooling effect in the server, install the blank cover. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 105: Raid Controller N8103-189/190/191 (Aroc Type-A)

    When you connect a cable, connect it to a connector of parts following the direction of label attached to the cable.  Check that the versions of firmware of RAID Controller and SAS Expander are the latest. See steps 1 to 7 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 106: Removal

    ON. Removal The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important Re-attach the blank cover removed to maintain the internal cooling. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 107: Gpu Card

    PCIe slots are installed with either a slot cover or a PCI board. See steps 1 to 7 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove the air diversion component from the air baffle. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 108 Unfasten two screws securing the rear blank cover, and pull up the blank cover to remove it. Remove the blank cover of the riser card which you intend to install GPU. Open the parts fixing the blank cover to direction (1) and remove the blank cover by pulling it out to direction (2). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 109 Align and insert the terminal part of the GPU board correctly into the connector of the riser card, and secure the GPU with screws. Then, close the part in the direction of (3). Connect a power cable from the GPU to a power connector on the riser. 10. Slide the retaining clip to the unlock side. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 110: Removal

    ON. Removal The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important Re-attach the blank cover removed to maintain the internal cooling. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 111: Lom Card

    See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Raise two screw handles at the top of the primary riser card and turn them to the left 180 degrees. Then hold both sides of cage and lift them upright to remove the cage. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 112 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Remove the screw of the LOM blank cover and remove the cover. Align the LOM card pins to the LOM connector of the motherboard and insert it. Tighten the screws firmly. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 113: Removal

    The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important To maintain the cooling effect in the server, install the blank cover in the vacant LOM Card slot. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 114: Raid Controller Extension Battery N8103-198

    To install the components, follow these steps. See steps 1 to 7 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. For the 3.5-inch drive model, if the mid-plane drive cage is attached, it must be removed. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 115 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Remove the fan cage. Install the extension battery. Connect the cable. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 116 Next, align the fan cage with the device, push the cage slowly from the above direction, and tilt both sides of the levers to secure it. Push the fan from the above direction to mount it in the fan cage. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 117: Removal

    The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important To maintain the cooling effect in the server, install the blank cover in the vacant LOM Card slot. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 118: Vmware Esxi Usb Flash Memory For Installation (N8106-016/017)

    When installing the components, follow the steps below. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Confirm the position of USB 3.0 connector inside. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 119: Removal

    When removing, practice the steps of installing reversely. When you operate the device without components, install the blank cover that was installed on the device. Important In order to maintain the cooling effect inside, install the blank cover which you removed. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 120: 8X 3.5 Inch Drive Model Optical Disk Drive

    See steps 1 to 7 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Lift up the levers on both sides of fan cage, and pull the fan cage upward to dismantle it. Disconnect the cables connected to the power switch module. Write down the cables disconnected and their positions. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 121 Insert the optical disk drive from the front and fix it with a screw. Power switch module Insert the module attached with the optical disk drive from the front and fix them with two screws. Connect the cables. Connect the cables you disconnected to the initial positions. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 122 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices ・Connect the power switch module cable to the connector. Power switch module connector ・Connect Displayport cable to the connector. Displayport connector Connect the optical disk drive cable to the connector SATA5. Optical disk drive connector (SATA5) Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 123 Rmove all the fans from the fan cage and confirm no fan is installed in the cage. Next, fit the fan cage to the device, push the cage slowly from above, and lower the levers at both sides to fix it. ② Push the fan from above to mount it on the fan cage. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 124: Removal

    When removing, practice the steps of installing reversely. When you operate the device without components, install the blank cover that was installed on the device. Important In order to maintain the cooling effect inside, install the blank cover which you removed. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 125: 8X 3.5 Inch Drive Model Front 2X 2.5 Inch Drive Cage

    Back up all the data of server. See steps 1 to 7 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Lift up the levers on both sides of fan cage, and pull the fan cage upward to dismantle it. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 126 Connect the power cable of a front 2x 2.5 inch drive cage (N8154-96 or N8118-317). Connect the data cable of front 2x 2.5 inch drive cage (N8154-96 or N8118-317) as below in the circumstance. ① Connecting to SAS/SATA drive cage (N8154-96) and the mother board Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 127 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices ② Connecting to SAS/SATA drive cage (N8154-96) and RAID controller ③ Connecting to SAS/SATA drive cage (N8154-96) and SAS expander ④ Connecting to PCIe SSD drive cage (N8118-317) and PCIe SSD riser card Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 128 Next, fit the fan cage to the device, push the cage slowly from above, and lower the levers at both sides to fix it. ② ① ② Push the fan from above to mount it on the fan cage. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 129: Removal

    You cannot turn off the system power supply completely by the power button on the front panel. Until the AC power cord is unplugged, the power supply circuit is still active in some parts of the machine. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 130: 2X 2.5-Inch Rear Drive Riser Card N8154-95/98

    High performance fans should be installed on all the fan bays. To install the components, follow these steps. Back up all data in the server. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 131 In case of secondary riser, unfasten the screws (x2) securing the rear blank cover, and pull the blank cover upward to remove it. Install a RAID controller PCI board or an SAS expander, if necessary. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 132 Connect the power cord and the data cable of the backplane of rear drive cage. ・Connecting the primary drive cage backplane with SAS expander. ・Connecting the secondary drive cage backplane with SAS expander. Attach a drive or a dummy tray. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 133: Installing The Tertiary Riser Drive Cage (N8154-95)

    See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. If there is no secondary riser card, unfasten the screws (x2) securing the blank cover, and pull the blank cover upward to remove it. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 134 Unfasten the screws (x3) securing the tertiary blank cover, and pull the blank cover upward to remove it. Insert the tertiary drive cage from the upward direction and secure it with the screws (x4). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 135 180 degrees to fix the cage.Then put down the screw handle as before. If you removed a blank cover in step2, insert the cover from the upward direction and secure it with the screws (x2). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 136 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Connect the power cord between drive backplane and motherboard. ・In case of 12x 3.5-inch drive configuration and power single cable connection. ・In case of 24x 2.5-inch drive configuration and power Y cable connection. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 137: Removal

    ON. Removal The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important Re-attach the blank cover removed to maintain the internal cooling. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 138: 3X 3.5-Inch Rear Drive Cage N8154-99

    If the secondary riser card is mounted, raise the screw handle at the top of the riser card, turn it 180 degrees to the left, hold the both ends of the cage and lift it straight up to remove it. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 139 Attach a rubber bush on a slotted hole on the bottom of the 3 x 3.5 drive cage, install the cage from the top, and secure with screws (x3). Install a 3.5-inch drive or a dummy tray. If you installed a drive, connect the power cord. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 140: Removal

    ON. Removal The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important Re-attach the blank cover removed to maintain the internal cooling. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 141: 4X 3.5-Inch Mid-Plane Drive Cage N8154-100

    If you would like to attach a Type-a (mezzanine type AROC) RAID controller, attach the controller before attaching the mid-plane drive cage. To install the components, follow these steps. See steps 1 to 7 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 142 Attach the back side of the mid-plane drive cage to the standard positioning pins. Position the remaining pins on the back of the mid-plane drive cage with the device, and insert the pins. Slowly lower the opposite side of the mid-plane drive cage. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 143 The mid-plane drive cage is attached in this manner. Mount the drive. To fix the mid-plane drive cage in this position, press down on the latch. Install all the riser cards. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 144: Removal

    ON. Removal The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important Re-attach the blank cover removed to maintain the internal cooling. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 145: Serial Cable N8117-09

    To install the components, follow these steps. See steps 1 to 6 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Pull the serial cable blank cover forward to remove it. If a tertiary riser is not attached Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 146 Position the serial cable as shown below. Attach the serial cable connector. Secure the external connector with screws (x2). Remove the paper backing of the double-sided tape, and press it against the cable at the indicated location to fix the cable in place. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 147: Removal

    ON. Removal The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Re-attach the blank cover if you operate without it attached. Important Re-attach the blank cover removed to maintain the internal cooling. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 148: Use Of Internal Hard Disk Drives In The Raid System

    Chapter 2 (2. RAID System Configuration) in "Maintenance Guide" or the manual supplied with the optional RAID Controller (N8103-189/190/191/195/201) Important Build a Disk Array in the RAID System using hard disk drives that have the same specifications (capacity, rotational speed, and standard). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 149: Attaching The Air Baffle

    The procedure for removal is the reverse of installation. Important Keep the air baffle close to the device when attaching it so the cables are not pulled. Attaching the air baffle without keeping it close to the device may result in damage. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 150: Installing Top Cover

    Hoot latch Press down on the hood latch. Slide the top cover until it is completely closed. Tighten the security screw on the hood latch with hexalobular screwdriver (T-10) or flathead driver. Close Open Security screw Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 151: Drives

    The device should be installed as mounted on the tray. Important Use hard disk drives specified by NEC. Installing a third-party hard disk drive might cause a failure of the server as well as the hard disk drive.

  • Page 152: Installing A Sas Or Sata Drive

    Locate the slot where you install the hard disk drive. Install hard disk drives in ascending order of port number. Remove the dummy tray. Dummy trays are installed in every slot. Note Keep the removed dummy trays for future use. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 153 The tray is locked making a clicking sound.Hold the tray firmly and insert it into the slot. Note When you push the drive into the slot, confirm the handle got hooked on the frame. Check the drive status via definition of the drive LED. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 154: Removing Hot Plug Compatible Sata Hard Disk Drive

    If you transfer or dispose of the removed hard disk drive, see Chapter 1 (1. Relocation and Storage) in Maintenance Guide to erase data. Important NEC assumes no liability for data leakage should the product be transferred to a third party without erasing the data. Note The saved boot order is cleared when a hard disk drive is added.

  • Page 155: Installing Pcie Ssd Drive

    Confirm that Remove Protect Switch/LED has lighted on. Slowly close the handle. The tray is locked making a clicking sound. Note When you push the drive into the slot, confirm the handle got hooked on the frame. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 156: Removing The Pcie Ssd Drive

    PCIe SSD drive, make sure to erase the data at your own risk in accordance with Chapter 1 (1. Transfer and storage) of the "Maintenance Guide." Important NEC assumes no liability for data leakage should the product be transferred to a third party without erasing the data. Press the power switch.

  • Page 157: Power Supply Unit

    See steps 1 to 4 in Chapter 2 (1.2 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Remove the blank cover. Rear Extension slot Standard slot Important The surface becomes hot after use so to avoid burns please allow the drive and internal parts of the system to cool before touching. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 158 See Chapter 3 (1. IML Error Message) in Maintenance Guide for details on POST error messages. If AC POWER LEDs are off, reinstall the power supply units. If the same error occurs, contact with your sales representative. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 159: Replacing A Failing Power Supply Unit

    To maintain the cooling effect in the server, be sure to install the blank cover in the vacant slot. Install the new power supply unit taking steps 3 to 6 of "Installation", and confirm that the power supply unit is installed normally. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 160: Installing Front Bezel

    Check whether the front bezel is securely locked by pulling it lightly in front. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 161 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Insert the key, and rotate it clockwise while pressing until it is locked into place. Lock Unlock Important Be careful not to press the POWER Switch. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 162: Installation And Connection

    Do not leave more than one device being pulled out from the rack.  Do not provide the wiring for the server to exceed the rating of the power supply.  Do not use the server in the environment where corrosive gas is generated. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 163: Space And Air Flow Requirements

    Blank panels should be used to cover on all the shelves that do not have components installed. This ensures the adequate ventilation. If a rack without a blank panel is used, high-temperature damage may occur due to improper cooling. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 164: Temperature Requirement

    If more than one server are installed, additional distribution equipment may require to be used for securely powering all the devices. Follow the guidelines below. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 165: Grounding Requirements

     Installation of this equipment should be performed by a trained specialist that is defined in NEC and IEC 60950-1 Second edition "The standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment."  Connect the equipment to the secondary circuit power supply that is properly grounded.
  • Page 166 Group together wires of the same color and attach them to the same power supply. The power cord consists of three wires (black, red, and green). For details, refer to the document included in the power supply. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 167: Installing The Server To The Rack Or Removing It From The Rack

    Review airflow in the rack and room and take sufficient measures so that the internal temperature will not exceed the operational temperature during operation. Air enters the server from the front and exits from the rear. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 168 On the inner rail, there is no marking for Front, Rear, Right or Left, so refer to the figure below to check the each direction. Outer rail Rear Right outer rail on front Left outer rail on front Left inner rail Inner rail Right inner rail Front Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 169 Insert the round protrusion on the outer rail into the square hole of the 19-inch rack. Make sure that it makes a clicking sound indicating that it is locked. The figure on left shows the front side of the right outer rail. The figure on right shows the rear side of the right outer rail. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 170 Push and release the unlocking lever of the outer rail in the direction of the arrow, and push it into the rack to remove it. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 171 Since there are markings of "Right" and "Left" on the outer rail, check the proper directions of right and left with it. Likewise, check the directions of front and back with the markings of "Front" and "Rear." Marking of Rear Left rail Marking of Front left Marking of Rear Right rail Marking of Front right Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 172 Push and release the unlocking lever on the front side of the outer rail toward the outside of the rack, and push the rail forward of the rack to remove it. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 173 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Push and release the unlocking lever on the rear side of the outer rail toward the outside of the rack, and push the rail backward of the rack to remove it. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 174 With two or more persons, firmly hold the server and mount it to the rack. Make sure the inner rails on both sides are correctly inserted in the outer rail. Push the device slowly into the back. Push the front lock until it clicks for the unit to be fixed. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 175 If you like to secure the unit to the rack with screw, open the lid of the edge part of the unit and fasten the Hexalobular screw inside with a Hexalobular screwdriver to secure the unit to the rack. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 176 Important Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the rails or lever. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 177 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 on both sides of the outer rail. Press the lock release button on the side of the rail, and slowly push the device backward with the lock released. Push the server until its lock on front panel clicks. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 178 At least two persons are required to remove the server from rack. Make sure that the server is turned off and then disconnect the power cord or all interface cables from the server. Remove the front bezel. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 179 Open the lids of the unit fixing screws on both sides of the device. Then remove the fixing screws inside with Hexalobular screwdriver, if the device is screwed on. If the device is not screwed on, you can unlock the device just by opening the lid. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 180  While more than one person is supporting the bottom part of the server, Important slowly pull out the server.  Do not apply pressure on the server from top when it is being pulled out. Doing so cause the server to drop. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 181: Connection

    Insert the power plug into the outlet as far as it goes.  Use only the specified power cord  Do not connect or disconnect the interface cable with the power plugged in the outlet.  Use only the specified interface cable Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 182 Finally, connect the provided power cord to an outlet. For connecting with UPS, refer 1000BASE-T/ USB device to the next section. 100BASE-TX/ Device with serial interface 10BASE-T Tips The serial port cannot be used to connect with leased line. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 183: Connecting To Uninterruptible Power Supply (Ups)

    To change the settings, select System Configuration > BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU) > System Options > Server Availability > Automatic Power-On. Select Always Power On to perform automatic operations by using the UPS. For details, see Chapter 3 (2. Description on System Utility)). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 184: Installing The Cable Management Arm

    A cable management arm can be installed to the unit for combining the multiple cables connected to the device. Install the cable management arm in the following steps. Attach the power cord anchor. Insert the two fixed parts of the cable management arm into the outer rail and the inner rail behind the rack. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 185: Removing The Cable Management Arm

    Insert the fixed parts of the supplied cable management arm into the outer rail on the opposite side. Removing the cable management arm Press the lock release button on the fixed part of the cable management arm to release the lock, and pull it out forward. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 186 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Press the lock release button on the two fixed part on the opposite side of the cable management arm to release the lock, and pull it out forward. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 187: Chapter 3 Setup

    EXPRESSBUILDER helps you to install Windows and maintain the server. 5. Installing Software Components You can install Windows and bundled software by following the instructions in Installation Guide (Windows). 6. Turning off the Server Turn off power when not using the server Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 188: Turning On The Server

    POWER LED flashes green (once per second) and after a while, logo appears on the display. Important Do not connect/disconnect USB devices during POST execution. While NEC logo is being displayed, the self-diagnostic program (POST) runs and diagnoses the hardware. For details, see Chapter 3 (1.1 POST). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 189: Post

    If you enter the incorrect password three times consecutively, POST aborts. (You can no longer proceed.) In this case, power off the server, and power it on. Important Do not set a password before OS is installed. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 190: Post Error Messages

    When POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the screen. For descriptions of error messages, causes, and countermeasures, see Chapter 3 (1. IML Error Message) in "Maintenance Guide". Note Tell the indication displayed on display unit your sales representative. Alarm messages are useful information for maintenance. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 191: Description On System Utility

    Furthermore, if an Admin Password has been set, a dialog box for password input will be displayed before starting the system utility. Please enter the correct Admin Password. You can enter password three times. If you enter wrong passwords three times in a row, further entry of password is rejected. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 192 Tips Defaults).  The default value might be different from the factory setting.  iSCSI Configuration menu in Network Options menu cannot be put back to the default values. The default language of System Utility is English. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 193: Description On On-Screen Items And Key Usage

    Press this key to determine the selected parameter. □ <Esc> key Pressing this key cancels pop-up window. On the submenu, pressing this key takes you to the previous screen. On the top menu, the following window is displayed. Choose OK to close System Utility. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 194 System Default Options menu. For details, refer to Chapter 2 (1. System Utilities) in the Maintenance Guide. Note iSCSI Configuration menu in Network Options menu cannot be put back to the default setting. □ <F10> key The following screen is displayed. To save parameters you set, select Yes. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 195 2. Description on System Utility □ <F12> key The following screen is displayed. If you choose Yes, the parameter you set is saved and then a message urging to reboot is displayed. If you select Reboot, the device restarts. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 196: Cases That Require Configuration

    Configuration (RBSU) > Date and Time - Time ・If you use the device in Japan Setting up Time Zone when Time Format is Set System Configuration > BIOS/Platform set to UTC Configuration (RBSU) > Date and Time - Time Zone to UTC+09:00. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 197 Configuration > console redirection feature BIOS/Platform Configuration (RBSU) > connection, if the corrupted System Options > Serial Port Options > text displayed BIOS Serial Console and EMS terminal screen, change font type (character code) appropriate your environment. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 198 Configuration > BIOS/Platform Configuration supplies power. (RBSU) > System Options > Server Availability - Automatic Power-On *1 The factory setting is that “the Boot Mode menu” is set as “UEFI” and “the X2APCI menu” is set as “Enabled”. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 199: System Configuration Via Network

    PC via iLO of controlled server. The system configuration uploaded is reflected at the next boot. Restore is possible only when the device is in the following conditions. ・The power of the server is OFF ・OS is running Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 200: How To Backup System Configuration

    When backup is completed, the following message is displayed. Configuration saved to : ilorest.json  When you log in, use proper user account having administrator authority. Tips  192.168. xxx. xxx is the IP address of management specialized LAN of controlled server. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 201: How To Restore System Configuration

    Network Options - iSCSI Configurations  Storage Options - Embedded Storage Boot Policy  Storage Options - PCIe Slot Storage Boot Policy  Boot Options - UEFI Boot Settings  Boot Options - Legacy BIOS Boot Order Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 202 Backup and restore of system configuration file may take several minutes. In case you use a remote console or remote media features of iLO and backup or restore is not completed although more than 10 minutes have passed, make these functions unable. After that, wait until the process completes. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 203: Ilo 5

    Syslog. Active Health System Log (AHS Log) Download Active Health System Log. In case the support is needed, AHS Log file may need to be sent to NEC or taken by maintenance staff. iLO Cooperative Network Management By using iLO Cooperative Function, you can detect and manage multiple servers at once without using management software.

  • Page 204: Comparison Of License Features

    Monitoring server conditions ○ ○ ○ Web base GUI Virtual Power Control ○ ○ ○ SSH/SMASH CLI (Including serial ○ ○ ○ console redirection) IPMI/DCMI (Including serial console ○ ○ ○ redirection) * Some units may not be supported. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 205: Ilo 5 Network Settings

    Press the <F9> key while the message is being displayed to launch System Utilities. From the menu of System Utilities, select System Configuration → BMC Configuration Utility. View example when BMC Configuration Utility is selected Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 206 ・Password: randomly selected 8 characters including alphabets and numbers ・DNS name: BMCXXXXXXXXXXXX (12 Xs is the serial number of the server) If you enter a wrong username or password or fail to log in, iLO imposes security delay time. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 207 1. Log in iLO 5 and then go to Administration - User Administration page. 2. Select “Administrator User” and click Edit. 3. Put the check in “Change password” and enter a new password in New Password and Confirm Password. 4. Click Update User to update. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 208: Expressbuilder And Starter Pack

    Updates OS drivers and BIOS/FW by using Standard Program Package (SPP). EXPRESSBUILDER does not install SPP automatically when installing OS. SPP must be installed after installing OS. Application installation Installs NEC ESMPRO, RESTful Interface Tool, and other applications. Manuals Stores manuals for applications. Usage of EXPRESSBUILDER Run EXPRESSBUILDER by pressing <F10>...

  • Page 209: Installing Software Components

    Chapter 3 Setup 5. Installing Software Components Installing Software Components Continue to install software components such as OS. See the instructions below.  Installation Guide (Windows) Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 210: Turning Off The Server

    This method remotely shuts down applications and OS in the correct order before the server enters standby mode. Before continuing with the procedure, make sure that the server is in standby mode (POWER LED in amber color). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 211: Chapter 4 Appendix

    NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/R120h-2M Appendix 1. Specifications 2. Glossary 3. Revision Record Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 212: Specifications

    2x USB3.0 (TypeA), 1x Analog RGB (Mini D-Sub pin), interface 1x Management Dedicated LAN Connector (Compatible with 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T, Rear RJ-45) 4x Data LAN Connector (Compatible with 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T (RJ-45)) 1x Serial Port (Option) Internal parts 2x USB3.0 (TypeA), 3x SATA 2.0 Port Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 213 Please purchase as necessary. Regarding the main use, refer to the follow-up notes on Flash FDD in the system configuration guide. Operable minimum constitution (1x CPU, 1x DIMM, 1x HDD, 1x power unit) If you need to receive the customer support, please purchase Linux Service Pack (The contents of support differ according to the major versions). Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 214 Xeon Platinum 8160M Processor (2.10 GHz, 24C/48T, 33MB, TDP 150W), Xeon Platinum 8170M Processor (2.10 GHz, 26C/52T, 35.75MB, TDP 165W), Xeon Platinum 8176M Processor (2.10 GHz, 28C/56T, 38.50MB, TDP 165W), Xeon Platinum 8180M Processor (2.50 GHz, 28C/56T, 38.50MB, TDP 205W) Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 215: Glossary

    <F10> key during POST. Express Report Service Software that can report the server failure to the contact center by E-mail or modem. This software is installed with NEC ESMPRO ServerAgentService to the server. Express Report Service (HTTPS) Software that can report the server failure to the contact center by HTTPS.
  • Page 216 System Utilities is a built-in utility that provides system information, calling RBSU, collecting system log, and other system utilities. You can start System Utilities by F9 key during POST. TPM Kit An optional product of Trusted Platform Module for the server. Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...

  • Page 217: Revision Record

    Revision Record Document Number Date Issued Description First edition April 2018 Newly created The following were modified. Second edition, July 2018 1.7 TPM Kit N8115-35 1.8 Processor (CPU) 1.10 High-performance CPU heat sink module N8101-1286, 1U heat sink Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide...
  • Page 218 NEC Express Server Express5800/R120h-2M User’s Guide July 2018 NEC Corporation 7-1 Shiba 5-Chome, Minato-Ku Tokyo 108-8001, Japan © NEC Corporation 2018 The contents of this manual may not be copied or altered without the prior written permission of NEC Corporation.

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