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  • Page 1 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server English Version G52-S9252X1...

  • Page 2: Fcc-A Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    VOIR LA NOTICE D’INSTALLATION AVANT DE RACCORDER AU RESEAU. Micro-Star International MS-9252 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Copyright Notice

    If a problem arises with your system and no solution can be obtained from the user’s manual, please contact your place of purchase or local distributor. Alternatively, please try the following help resources for further guidance. Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, BIOS updates, driver updates, and other information: faq/esc_faq_list.php Contact our technical staff at: http://www.msi.com.tw/program/service/faq/...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Always read the safety instructions carefully. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the equip- ment from overheating.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Rear View ... 1-7 Rear Bezel ... 1-7 System Specifications ... 1-9 Mainboard Layout ... 1-12 MSI Special Features ... 1-13 PC Alert™ III ... 1-13 Chapter 2. System Hardware ... 2-1 System Assembly Flowchart ... 2-2 System Assembly ... 2-4 Removing the Chassis Cover ...
  • Page 6 Installing DDR Modules ... 3-7 Power Supply ... 3-8 SSI 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR1 ... 3-8 SSI 8-Pin Power Connector: JPWR2 ... 3-8 Back Panel ... 3-9 Connectors ... 3-10 Floppy Disk Drive Connector: JFDD ... 3-10 Chassis Intrusion Switch Connector: JCI1 ... 3-10 Fan Power Connectors: CPUFAN1/2/3, POWERFAN1/2/3/4 ...
  • Page 7 Appendix A: SCSI BIOS Setup (Optional) ... A-1 Entering SCSI BIOS ... A-2 Control Keys ... A-2 Selecting the SCSI Channel ... A-2 Selecting the Management Type ... A-2 Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings ... A-4 SCSI Bus Interface Definitions ... A-4 Additional Options ...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1. Getting Started

    The MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server is a high-performance barebone system powered by dual Intel Lindenhurst-VS, and Hance Rapids chipsets. With high scalability, reliability, ease of use, and overall value, the MS-9252 makes an ideal choice for value conscious customers. Getting Started ®...

  • Page 9: Packing Checklist

    In addition, keep the box and packing materials for possible future use. Your MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Barebone package should contain the following items: MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started Chassis Rail Kit bracket x 2 bracket x 2 rail x 2 rail holder x 4 M5x8 screw x 10 M5x15 screw x 2 8”32x5 screw x 10 M4x6 screw x 16 M4x4 screw x 10 M4 nut x 8 washer x 10...

  • Page 11: System Overview

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server This section shows the configuration of the MS-9252 from different angles, and the connectors and buttons on the front and back panel. Top View System Overview HDD Tray Slim CD-ROM Drive Slim Floppy Disk Drive Fan Duct...

  • Page 12: Front View

    Front View Front Bezel CD-ROM Drive Slim CD-ROM Drive Floppy Disk Drive Slim Floppy Disk Drive HDD Bay Swappable Hard Disk Drive Bays Port USB Port HDD Power/Status LEDs HDD Activity LED This indicator shows the activity status of the hard disk drive. It flashes when the system is accessing data on the hard disk and remains off when no disk activity is detected.
  • Page 13 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server This indicator shows the power status of the system. It glows when the main power is turned on. System Status LED This LED is continuously on when the appliance fails to POST (power on self test) and gets suspended. After users solve the system problem, the red LED will be off.

  • Page 14: Rear View

    Rear View Rear Bezel PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Connector Serial Port LAN Jacks Rear Bezel LEDs Color RJ45 NIC 1 Linkage Amber /RJ45 NIC 2 Linkage Amber RJ45 NIC 1 Access Amber /RJ45 NIC 2 Access Green Getting Started USB Ports VGA Port State Description LAN linked...
  • Page 15 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Mouse/Keyboard Connector Pin6 Keyboard Clock Mouse Clock Pin4 VCC Pin2 Pin1 Mouse Data Keyboard Data Serial Port 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SIGNAL SOUT USB Port SIGNAL -Data +Data Gigabit LAN Jack...

  • Page 16: System Specifications

    System Specifications Mainboard MS-9152 server board Dual Intel ® Xeon™ processors (800 MHz FSB) in Socket 604 1MB/2MB L2 Cache 6.4GB/s Trans Rate Chipset ® Intel Lindenhurst-VS MCH (Memory Controller Hub) - Supports dual processors at 200 MHz (x4 transfers) - System bus bandwidth of 6.4 GB/s - Supports direct connect of two DDR channel interface, DDR 266/DDR 333 tech- nology...
  • Page 17 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server - 1 floppy port supports 1 FDD with 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88Mbytes - 2 serial ports (COM1 & COM2) - 1 VGA port - 4 USB 2.0 ports (Rear * 2/ Front * 2)
  • Page 18 - Integrated TMDS transmitter with support for Digital Flat Panel (DFP) monitors - Onboard 8MB Video SDRAM MSI Reminds You... Please refer to Table 1 for 2D modes supporting both CRT and LCD. The table specifies the minimum memory requirements for various display resolutions, refresh rates and color depths.

  • Page 19: Mainboard Layout

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server T: Mouse B: Keyboard JPWR1 PO WERFAN1 Ports BATT PCIX 1 PCIX 2 PCI E1 PCI 1 SCSI 1 E7320 Master Series (MS-9152 v1.X) ATX Server Board 1-12 Mainboard Layout CPUFAN1 DIMM1 DIMM2 DIMM3 DIMM4 DIMM5...

  • Page 20: Msi Special Features

    MSI Special Features PC Alert™ III The PC Alert III is a utility you can find in the CD-ROM disk. The utility is just like your PC doctor that can detect the following PC hardware status during real time operation: monitor CPU &...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2. System Hardware

    System Hardware This chapter provides instructions on the hardware installation of the MS-9252 in two sections. System Assembly illustrates how to assemble each component of the MS-9252. Rack Mounting de- scribes the procedures for mounting the unit into the rack in details.

  • Page 22: System Assembly Flowchart

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server System Assembly Flowchart The following flowchart shows basic system assembly procedures. Please note that always wear anti-static gloves when handling electrical components and exercise caution during the installation process. For more information, contact your local dealer or experienced technician.
  • Page 23 INSTALL PCI CARDS REPLACE RISER CARD BRACKET INSTALL HARD DISK DRIVES CONNECT HDD, FDD, CD-ROM CABLES & POWER CORDS CHECK IF ALL PARTS ARE PROPERLY CONNECTED REPLACE CHASSIS COVER FINISH System Hardware...

  • Page 24: System Assembly

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server System Assembly Removing the Chassis Cover 1. Press the release buttons and slide the chassis cover forwards. 2. Lift up the cover and remove it from the chassis. NOTE: B e f o r e y o u r e m o v e o r i n s t a l l a n y components, make sure the server is not turned on or connected to the AC power.

  • Page 25: Cpu, Heatsink, And Fan Duct

    CPU, Heatsink, and Fan Duct 1. On top of the CPU is a fan duct designed to enhance heat dissipation of the CPU. Lift up & remove the fan duct before installing the CPU. 2. Locate the first CPU socket and raise the lever up to its full extent. CPU2 CPU1 3.
  • Page 26 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server 5. Place the heat sink on top of CPU1 and secure the screws on both sides. Note: The heat sink has to be installed to prevent the CPU from overheating. 6. Follow the same procedures to install the second CPU and heat sink.

  • Page 27: Memory Bus Features

    DDR Memory 1 . L o c a t e t h e D I M M s l o t s o n t h e mainboard. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the golden finger on the memory module is deeply in- serted in the socket.

  • Page 28: Memory Population Rules

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Memory Population Rules The mainboard supports both single- & dual-channel modes. Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. You can install either single- or double-sided modules to meet your own needs. In dual-channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the same type and density on DDR DIMMs “in pairs”...

  • Page 29: Pci Expansion Card

    System Hardware PCI Expansion Card 1. Locate the riser card bracket and lift it up from the chassis. 2. Unscrew the cover plates and put them aside for later use. 3. Insert the expansion card into an appropriate PCI slot on the riser card.
  • Page 30 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server 4. Place the riser card bracket on top of the motherboard PCI slot. Align the riser card golden fingers with the PCI slot and fit the riser card bracket into the bracket holder on the chassis (as indicated by circles).

  • Page 31: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive 1. To release the hot-swapping HDD tray, flip open the tray lever and pull the tray out of the bay. 2. At the rear of the HDD are four screw holes, two on the right and two on the left side.
  • Page 32 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server 3. Insert the HDD tray into the bay and push the tray lever back in place. NOTES 2-12...

  • Page 33: Rack Mounting

    1. Pull the inner channel out. latch Press the latch to disconnect. 2. Assemble the inner rail to the chassis. Fasten 6 screws at least to attach the inner channel onto the chassis. Rack Mounting M4 screw System Hardware 2-13...
  • Page 34 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server 3. Mount the L-shaped bracket onto the outer channel. FRONT 4. Mount the slides to the vertical racks. Type A M4 screw Type C 2-14 BACK Use black round head screws. shall be in flush position...
  • Page 35 System Hardware 5. Insert the chassis into the frame. NOTES 2-15...

  • Page 36: Chapter 3. Mainboard Hardware

    Chapter 3. Mainboard Hardware Mainboard Hardware This chapter provides you with the information about hard- ware setup procedures. While doing the installation, be careful in holding the components and follow the installation procedures. For some components, if you install in the wrong orientation, the compo- nents will not work properly.

  • Page 37: Quick Components Guide

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Quick Components Guide POWERFAN1, p.2-10 JPWR1, p.2-8 B a c k P a n e l I / O , p.2-9 PCI Slots, p.2-18 JCI1, p.2-10 JBAT, p.2-17 SCSI1, p.2-14 CPUFAN1, p.2-10 DIMM1~6, p.2-5 JFDD, p.2-10 IDE2/1, COM2, p.2-13...

  • Page 38: Central Processing Unit: Cpu

    Heat Sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the computer. MSI Reminds You... Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always make sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.

  • Page 39: Cpu Installation Procedures For Socket 604

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server CPU Installation Procedures for Socket 604 1. Please turn off the power and unplug the power cord before installing the CPU. 2. Pull the lever sideways away from the socket. Make sure to raise the lever up to a 170-de- gree angle.

  • Page 40: Memory

    The mainboard provides 6 slots for 184-pin DDR DIMM (Double In-Line Memory Module) modules. You can install PC2100/DDR266 or PC2700/DDR333 DDR SDRAM modules on the DDR DIMM slots (DIMM 1~6). Memory Bus Features Support for direct connect of two DDR channel interfaces, DDR266/DDR333 tech- nology Full operation support in single channel mode on either interface Stacked or unstacked DIMM support for registered DDR266 technology(up to four...

  • Page 41: Memory Population Rules

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Memory Population Rules The mainboard supports both single- & dual-channel modes. Install at least one DIMM module on the slots. You can install either single- or double-sided modules to meet your own needs. In dual-channel mode, make sure that you install memory modules of the same type and density on DDR DIMMs “in pairs”...

  • Page 42: Memory Speed/Cpu Fsb Support Matrix

    2. Insert the DIMM memory module vertically into the DIMM slot. Then push it in until the golden finger on the memory module is deeply inserted in the socket. MSI Reminds You... You can barely see the golden finger if the module is properly inserted in the socket.

  • Page 43: Power Supply

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Before inserting the power supply connector, always make sure that all com- ponents are installed properly to ensure that no damage will be caused. SSI 24-Pin Power Connector: JPWR1 This connector allows you to connect to an SSI power supply. To connect to the SSI power supply, make sure the plug of the power supply is inserted in the proper orientation and the pins are aligned.

  • Page 44: Back Panel

    Mouse Keyboard COM 1 Mouse/Keyboard Connector Pin5 Mouse/KBD Clock Pin6 NC Pin4 VCC Pin1 Pin2 NC Mouse/KBD DATA Serial Port 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 VGA Port Back Panel USB Ports Pin3 GND SIGNAL RJ-45 LAN Jack Activity Indicator SOUT Gigabit LAN Pin Definition...

  • Page 45: Connectors

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server The mainboard provides connectors to connect to FDD, IDE HDD, case, LAN, USB Ports, CPU/system power supply fans, ... and etc. Floppy Disk Drive Connector: JFDD The mainboard provides a standard floppy disk drive connector that supports 360K, 720K, 1.2M, 1.44M and 2.88M floppy disk types.

  • Page 46: Front Usb Connector: Jusb1

    USB HDD, digital cameras, MP3 players, printers, mo- dems and the like. JUSB1 MSI Reminds You... Note that the pins of VCC and GND must be connected correctly to avoid possible damage. ATA100 Hard Disk Connectors: IDE1 & IDE2 The mainboard has a 32-bit Enhanced PCI IDE and Ultra ATA66/100 controller that provides PIO mode 0~4, Bus Master, and Ultra ATA66/100 function.

  • Page 47: Serial Ata Raid 0, 1 Connectors: Sata1, Sata2

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Serial ATA RAID 0, 1 Connectors: SATA1, SATA2 The southbridge Intel two independent SATA ports for support of up to two Serial ATA (Serial ATA RAID) drives and utilizes Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID Software to support RAID levels 0 and 1 for easy management of the storage subsystems.

  • Page 48: Serial Port Connector: Com 2

    Serial Port Connector: COM 2 The mainboard provides one 9-pin header as serial port COM 2. The port is a 16550A high speed communication port that sends/receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial devices directly to it. COM 2 Front Panel Connector: JFP1 The mainboard provides one front panel connector for electrical connection to...

  • Page 49: Ultra320 Scsi Connectors: Scsi1 (Optional)

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Ultra320 SCSI Connectors: SCSI1 (Optional) SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is a parallel interface standard for attaching peripheral devices to computers. Ultra320 SCSI is the seventh generation of SCSI I/O technology, and has a maximum data rate speed of 320 MB/sec. SCSI’s...

  • Page 50: Lan Led Connectors: J5 & J7

    LAN LED Connectors: J5 & J7 The LAN LED connectors are used to connect LAN LEDs, which show the activity of the LAN. The J5 is for JLAN 1 jack and the J7 is for JLAN2 jack. Both JLAN 1 & JLAN2 jacks are located on the back panel. System Status LED Header: J8 Connect an LED to this header and the LED will glow when the CPU, system, or power fan shuts down.

  • Page 51: Parallel Port Header: Cn11

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Parallel Port Header: CN11 The mainboard provides a 25-pin header for connection to an optional parallel port bracket. The parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP) and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.

  • Page 52: Jumpers

    The motherboard provides the following jumpers for you to set the computer’s function. This section will explain how to change your motherboard’s function through the use of jumpers. Clear CMOS Jumper: JBAT There is a CMOS ROM onboard that has a power supply from external battery to keep the data of system configuration.

  • Page 53: Slots

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Slots The motherboard provides one 32-bit Master PCI slot, two 64-bit PCI-X slots, and one PCI Express x8 slot. MSI Reminds You... When adding or removing expansion cards, make sure that you unplug the power supply first.

  • Page 54: Chapter 4. Bios Setup

    SETUP. You want to change the default settings for customized features. MSI Reminds You... 1. The items under each BIOS category described in this chapter are under continuous update for better system performance.

  • Page 55: Entering Setup

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <F2> key to enter Setup. Press F2 to enter SETUP If the message disappears before you respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system by turning it OFF and On or pressing the RESET button.

  • Page 56: Getting Help

    Getting Help After entering the Setup menu, the first menu you will see is the Main Menu. Main Menu The main menu lists the setup functions you can make changes to. You can use the arrow keys ( to select the item. The on-line description of the highlighted setup function is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 57: The Menu Bar

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Once you enter PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen. On the Main Menu screen, you will see basic BIOS settings including system time & date, and the setup categories the BIOS supplies. Use Arrow keys to move among the items and menus, and make changes to the settings.
  • Page 58 BIOS Setup PC Health This entry shows your PC health status. Exit This menu allows you to load the BIOS default values or factory default settings into the BIOS and exit the BIOS setup utility with or without changes.

  • Page 59: Main

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server The items inside the Main menu are for basic system information and configuration. Each item includes none, one or more setup items. Use the Up/Down arrow keys or <Tab> to highlight the item or field you want to modify and use the <+>...
  • Page 60 provided in the documentation from your hard disk vendor or the system manufacturer. [Type] [Multi-Sector Transfers] [LBA Mode Control] [32-Bit I/O] [Tranfer Mode] [Ultra DMA Mode] Boot Features The sub-menu is used to configure system boot-up features. Floppy Check: Summary Screen: Boot-time Diagnostic Screen: QuickBoot Mode: Chassis Intruder Detect:...
  • Page 61 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server the warning message, set the field to [Reset]. The setting of the field will automatically return to [Enabled] later. Settings: [Enabled], [Reset], [Disabled]. System Memory It displays amount of conventional memory detected during boot up. Extended Memory...

  • Page 62: Advanced

    Items in the menu are divided into several sub-menus. Each sub-menu provides more settings. To enter the sub-menu, highligh the sub-menu you want to configure and press <Enter>. Main Advanced Reset Configuration Data : Large Disk Access Mode: Paralle ATA: Serial ATA: Native Mode Operation: SATA RAID Enable:...
  • Page 63 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Serial ATA This setting allows you to enable or disable the onchip Serial-ATA controller. Settings: [Enabled], [Disabled]. Native Mode Operation Certain OS does not support Native Mode. In this mode, system BIOS will search all available IRQs to use for HDD.
  • Page 64 USB Controller 1/2 This setting is used to enable/disable the onboard USB controller. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. USB 2.0 Controller This setting is used to enable/disable the onboard USB 2.0 controller. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. Onboard 5721 LAN This setting is used to enable/disable the onboard 5721 LAN controller. Set- ting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
  • Page 65 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Advanced Processor Options Press <Enter> to view the settings of the onboard CPU(s). Hyperthreading Technology Set Max Ext CPUID = 3 HyperThreading Technology The processor uses Hyper-Threading technology to increase transaction rates and reduces end-user response times. The technology treats the two cores inside the processor as two logical processors that can execute instructions simultaneously.
  • Page 66 Serial port A/B Setting to [Enabled] allows users to configure the base I/O address and IRQ of Port A/Port B manually. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. Base I/O address It specifies the base I/O address for Port A/Port B. Options: [3F8], [2F8], [3E8], [2E8].
  • Page 67 Console Connection: Continue C.R. after POST : Com Port Address This feature allows you to enable/disable the Com port on the motherboard. Options: [Disabled], [On-board COM A]. Baud Rate It allows you to select delay befor key repeat. Options: [300], [1200], [2400], [9600], [19.2K], [38.4K], [57.6K], [115.2K].
  • Page 68 View DMI Event Log Press [Enter] to view the contents of the DMI event log. Event Logging This setting disables/enables the BIOS to log DMI (Desktop Management Interface) events. Setting options: [Disabled], [Enabled]. Mark DMI Events as Read Press [Enter] and a screen pops up, asking users to confirm whether or not to clear all DMI event logs immediately.

  • Page 69: Security

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server This section lets you set security passwords to control access to the system at boot time and/or when entering the BIOS setup program. It also allows you to set virus protection at hard disk boot sector.
  • Page 70 BIOS Setup Password on boot Choosing [Enabled] requires a password on boot. It requires prior setting of the supervisor password. If the supervisor password is set and this option is disabled, BIOS assumes the user is booting. Options: [Enabled], [Disabled]. 4-17...

  • Page 71: Power

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Use this menu to specify your settings for Power Management. Remember that the options available depend upon the hardware installed in your system. Main Advanced PCIE LAN (PCIE PME) Wake Up: Onboard 5705 LAN Wake Up (PCI32 PME):...
  • Page 72 Resume Date The date format is <MM> <DD> <YYYY>. Resume Time The time format is <HH> <MM> <SS>. After Power Failure This setting specifies whether your system will reboot after a power failure or interrupt occurs. Available settings are: [Stay Off] Returns the system to an off state.

  • Page 73: Boot

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Use this menu to arrange and specify the priority of the devices from which the BIOS will attempt to boot the Operating System. Main Advanced +Removable Devices +Hard Drive CD-ROM Drive Network Boot MBA v6.2.11 Slot 0430 MBA v7.5.6 Slot 0200...

  • Page 74: Pc Health

    Spread Spectrum When the motherboard’s clock generator pulses, the extreme values (spikes) of the pulses creates EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). The Spread Spectrum function reduces the EMI generated by modulating the pulses so that the spikes of the pulses are reduced to flatter curves.
  • Page 75 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server VTT(+1.2V), +12V, +5V, 1st VCC, 2nd VCC, 1st Vcore, 2nd Vcore, CPU1/2 Temperature, CPU Fan 1/2/3 Speed, Power Fan 1/2/3/4 Speed These items display the current status of all of the monitored hardware devices/ components such as CPU voltages, temperatures and all fans’ speeds.

  • Page 76: Exit

    The following sections describe each of the options on this menu. Note that <Esc> does not exit this menu. You must select one of the items from the menu or menu bar to exit. Main Advanced Exit Saving Changes Exit Discarding Changes Load Setup Defaults Discard Changes Save Changes...

  • Page 77: Appendix A: Scsi Bios Setup

    Appendix A: SCSI BIOS Setup This chapter provides information on the Small Computer Sys- tem Interface (SCSI) BIOS setup utility and allows you to configure the SCSI subsystem for optimum use. You may need to run the SCSI BIOS setup utility when: You want to change the default SCSI controller settings for customized features.

  • Page 78: Entering Scsi Bios

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Entering SCSI BIOS Power on the computer and the system will start POST (Power On Self Test) process. When the message below appears on the screen, press <Ctrl> + <A> keys simulta- neously to enter SCSI BIOS utility.
  • Page 79 Would you like to configure the SCSI controller, or run the SCSI Disk Utilities? Select the option and press <Enter>. Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings Use this option for SCSI controller configurations. SCSI Disk Utilities Use this option to manage the attached SCSI device. AIC-7901 at slot 07, 03:07:00 Options SCSI Disk Utilities...

  • Page 80: Configure/View Scsi Controller Settings

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings There are 8 items in the “Configure/View SCSI Controller Settings” screen. These items display or allow you to change the SCSI controller’s settings. Use the arrow keys to highlight the item and then press <Enter> to select the value you want in each item or enter each item’s sub-menu screen.

  • Page 81: Additional Options

    Boot Device Configuration Press <Enter> to enter the sub-menu screen. Boot Device Configuration Single Image Master SCSI Controller ... AIC-7901 at slot 07 03:07:00 Select SCSI peripheral from which to boot Boot SCSI Controller ... AIC-7901 at slot 07 03:07:00 Boot SCSI ID ...
  • Page 82 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server SCSI Device ID Sync Transfer Rate (MB/Sec) ... 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 Packetized... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes QAS... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Initiate Wide Negotiation ... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Enable Disconnection ...
  • Page 83 Send Start Unit Command When set to Yes, the SCSI controller sends the Start Unit command to the specified SCSI device during bootup. The interface powers up the SCSI device on-at-a-time during bootup, reducing the load on the computer’s power supply. Setting options: [Yes], [No].

  • Page 84: Bios Information

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server POST Display Mode The field determines how much information about your SCSI controller and devices appear on the screen during bootup. For the most complete information, choose [Diagnostic]. For a faster boot, select [Silent]. Setting options: [Verbose], [Silent], [Diagnostic].

  • Page 85: Disk Utilities

    Select SCSI Disk and press <Enter> SCSI ID#0: SCSI ID#1: SCSI ID#2: SCSI ID#3: SCSI ID#4: SCSI ID#5: SCSI ID#6: SCSI ID#7: SCSI ID#8: SCSI ID#9: SCSI ID#10: SCSI ID#11: SCSI ID#12: SCSI ID#13: SCSI ID#14: SCSI ID#15: Select the SCSI device which you want to manage by highlighting the item and press <Enter>.

  • Page 86: Appendix B: Adaptec Sata Raid Utility For Intel Ich-Hr (Optional)

    1. Supports 150 MB/s transfers with CRC error checking 2. Data handling optimizations including tagged command queuing, elevator seek and packet chain command MSI Reminds You... All the information/volumes listed in your system might differ from the illustrations in this appendix.

  • Page 87: Introduction

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server 1. Overview Adaptec Embedded Serial ATA RAID with HostRAID the Serial ATA I/O controller by supporting RAID levels 0 and 1. HostRAID adds entry level RAID support to the Serial ATA I/O controller. With HostRAID, you can add reliable performance and full data protection.
  • Page 88 Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH-HR Adaptec RAID Configuration (ARC) Utility—Part of the controller’s built-in BIOS code. You start ARC by pressing Ctrl+A during BIOS startup. For details, see Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility. Array Configuration Utility (ACU)—A DOS/BIOS application used to create, configure, and manage arrays.

  • Page 89: Installing The Driver

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Installing the Driver This section describes installing the driver and setting up the new array for the drives attached to your controller. Before you get started, you need to select from the following scenarios for installing the controller driver on Windows or Linux systems:...

  • Page 90: Installing The Driver In An Existing Windows System

    2. Installing the Driver in an Existing Windows System In this scenario, you are installing a driver in a system that already has a Win- dows operating system. To install the driver: 1. Create a driver disk by following the instructions from the Web site or the product CD.

  • Page 91: Installing Suse Linux 8.0

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server 4. Installing SuSE Linux 8.0 or 8.1 Installing the Driver in a New Linux System In this scenario, you are installing the driver in a new Linux system. To install the driver: 1. Obtain a driver disk from either the Web site or the product CD.

  • Page 92: Installing Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition

    Typical installation. Compact — Installs only the components required on a remotely managed system. See Managed System Components, above. MSI Reminds You... When you perform a Typical or Compact installation, components needed for communication and remote management are installed automatically.

  • Page 93: Installing Adaptec Storage Manager On Windows

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server 4. Installing Adaptec Storage Manager on Windows MSI Reminds You... When installing on a FAT 32 file system, the folder being installed is automatically hidden. To install Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition: 1. Verify that a supported browser is installed. See Supported Browsers for details.
  • Page 94 Active Scripting Allow per session cookies (not stored) MSI Reminds You... In Internet Explorer 6.0 there is no security setting for cookies. Cookie configuration was removed from the Privacy tab. There is no setting for blocking Intranet cookies.
  • Page 95 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Configuring Netscape Navigator for Local Management MSI Reminds You... These instructions apply specifically to version 7 and may differ in later versions. To configure Netscape Navigator: 1. Log in to your computer with administrator access. 2. Select Edit > Preferences.

  • Page 96: Installing Adaptec Storage Manager On Linux

    5. Installing Adaptec Storage Manager on Linux MSI Reminds You... When performing this installation, keep in mind that Linux is case sensitive. To install Adaptec Storage Manager on a Linux computer and configure the de- sired Internet browser: 1. Insert the product installation CD.

  • Page 97: Using Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Using Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition 1. Overview This section describes how to use Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition to manage arrays. Once you are logged in, you will find convenient online help to guide you through the details of creating, configuring, and managing arrays.

  • Page 98: Architecture Overview

    2. Architecture Overview A locally managed system requires all of these components: A supported Web browser, which should already be installed on the system. The Adaptec Web service which supplies content displayed on the Web browser. An Adaptec-supplied storage agent. A remotely managed system requires all of these components: The remote system must contain a browser.

  • Page 99: Installing A Security Certificate

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Notes: When running Adaptec Storage Manager for the first time: You need to install a security certificate if you chose not to during the instal- lation process. For instructions see Installing a Security Certificate. You are asked to register your software. For instructions see Registering Your Software.

  • Page 100: The Basics

    6. The Basics An example of a typical Adaptec Storage Manager – Browser Edition screen is shown below. MSI Reminds You... Depending on your operating system, browser, and color scheme you may notice some differences between this illustration and your screen.
  • Page 101 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Select the controller by clicking anywhere on the controller information. When the controller is selected, the Events, Properties and Tasks buttons change from blue to amber, indicating that clicking any of them will display an additional window with information and options specific to this controller.
  • Page 102 Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH-HR , the drive is a hot spare. Different icons are used to represent other devices. View is the default display mode and when expanded, will show the following information about each device: Capacity of the drive Drive manufacturer and model number SCSI drive ID, or Serial ATA port number When expanded, the Full Size Capacity View button...
  • Page 103 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server For detailed instructions on using these buttons, refer to the online Help. The main area of the Logical Devices view is used to display the arrays on this controller. It defaults to a condensed view of top-level arrays.

  • Page 104: Adaptec Raid Configuration Utility

    The physical disks associated with the array are displayed here. 5. Press Esc to return to the previous menu. Deleting Arrays MSI Reminds You... Back up the data on an array before you delete it. Otherwise, all data on the array is lost. Deleted arrays cannot be restored.
  • Page 105 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server 3. From the ACU menu, select Manage Arrays. 4. Select the array you wish to delete and press Delete. 5. In the Array Properties dialog box, select Delete and press Enter. The follow- ing prompt is displayed: Warning!! Deleting the array will render array unusable.
  • Page 106 Adaptec does not recommend that you migrate or build an array on Win- dows dynamic disks (volumes), as it will result in data loss. MSI Reminds You... Do not interrupt the creation of a RAID 0 using the Migrate option. If you do, there is no way to restart, and no way to recover the data that was on the source drive.

  • Page 107: Using The Disk Utilities

    MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server Initializing Disk Drives If an installed disk does not appear in the disk selection list for creating a new array or if it appears grayed out, you may have to initialize it before you can use it as part of an array.

  • Page 108: Glossary

    Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH-HR Glossary activity See task. Array Configuration Utility. An application used to create, configure, and manage arrays from the controller’s BIOS or MS-DOS. array A logical disk created from available space and made up of one or more segments on one or more physical disks.
  • Page 109 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server cache Fast-access memory on the controller that serves as intermediate storage for data that is read from, or written to, drives. capacity Total usable space available in megabytes or gigabytes. channel Any path, or bus, used for the transfer of data and the control of information be- tween storage devices and a RAID controller.
  • Page 110 Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH-HR drive LED Disk indicator LED that illuminates during read or write operations. event Notification or alert from the system, indicating that a change has occurred. event log File used to maintain information about prior controller activities or errors. event notification Process for transmitting events.
  • Page 111 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server initialized array An array that is ready for data reads and writes. Arrays can be initialized by build or clear. legacy disk Disk that contained a valid partition table when connected to the controller. The controller manages the disk as a legacy disk array where there is a one-to-one logical-to-physical mapping of array to disk.
  • Page 112 Adaptec SATA RAID Utility for Intel ICH-HR quick init An array initialized using the Quick Init option is available immediately, with no on- going background controller activity. All data written to an array that has been quick initialized is protected. RAID Redundant Array of Independent Disks (alternative definition Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks).
  • Page 113 MS-9252 1U Rackmount Server single-level array Array created from one or more segments. See also volume, spanned volume, RAID 0, RAID 1. snapshot Instantaneous read-only copy of an array at a precise point in time. spanned volume A simple volume that spans two or more drives.

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