Page 1 NEC Express Server Express5800 Series Express5800/T110g-E EXP287A, EXP288A User’s Guide Model Number: N8100-2189F/2190F/2257F/2258F Chapter 1 General Description Chapter 2 Preparations Chapter 3 Setup Chapter 4 Appendix 10.106.02-101.01 August 2018 © NEC Corporation 2018...
Page 2: Documents For This Product
Chapter 2: Useful Features The details of system BIOS settings, RAID Configuration Utility, and EXPRESSBUILDER Chapter 3: Appendix Error messages and Windows Event Logs Other documents Provides the details of NEC ESMPRO, Universal RAID Utility, and the other features. Express5800/T110g-E User’s Guide...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Documents for This Product ..........................2 Contents ................................3 Notations Used in This Document ......................... 7 Notations used in the text ..........................7 Optical disk drive ............................7 Hard disk drive .............................. 7 Removable media ............................7 Abbreviations of Operating Systems ......................8 Trademarks ................................
Page 4 Contents Names and Functions of Parts ........................33 Front of the Server ........................... 33 Rear View ............................34 Internal View ............................ 35 Motherboard ............................ 37 Status Indicators ..........................38 4.5.1 POWER LED ( ) ......................38 4.5.2 STATUS LED ( ) ......................
Page 5 Contents 1.11 PCI Card ............................68 1.11.1 Notes ..........................69 1.11.2 List of optional devices and installation slots ..............70 1.11.3 Installation ......................... 72 1.11.4 Configuration after installing ....................73 1.11.5 Removal ..........................74 1.11.6 Installing the N8117-01A extra RS-232C connector kit ............74 1.12 HDD Cages ............................
Page 6 Contents Chapter 3 Setup ............................. 116 Turning on the Server..........................117 POST ............................. 118 1.1.1 POST sequence ......................118 1.1.2 POST error messages ..................... 119 System BIOS Setup ..........................120 Overview ............................120 Starting SETUP Utility ........................120 Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage ................121 Cases that Require Setting Changes .....................
Page 7: Notations Used In This Document
Notations Used in This Document Notations Used in This Document Notations used in the text In addition to safety-related symbols urging caution, three other types of notations are used in this document. These notations have the following meanings. Important Indicates critical items that must be followed when handling the server or operating software. If the procedures described are not followed, server failure, data loss, and other serious malfunctions could occur.
Page 8: Abbreviations Of Operating Systems
Notations Used in This Document Abbreviations of Operating Systems Windows Operating Systems are referred to as follows.  See Chapter 1 (1.2 Supported Windows OS) in Installation Guide (Windows) for detailed information. Notations in this document Official names of Windows Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard Windows Server 2012 R2 Windows Server 2012 R2 Datacenter...
Page 9: Trademarks
Trademarks Trademarks EXPRESSSCOPE are registered trademarks of NEC Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Server, Windows Vista, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Intel, Pentium, and Xeon are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation of the United States.
Page 10: Regulatory Notices
Regulatory Notices Regulatory Notices FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Page 11 Regulatory Notices Turkish RoHS information relevant for Turkish market EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur CCC声明有毒有害物质或元素部件名称铅汞镉六价铬多溴联苯多溴二苯醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr(Ⅵ)) (PBB) (PBDE) 印刷线路板 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ HDD、DVD等 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...
Page 12 Regulatory Notices Декларація про Відповідність Вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в електричному та електронному обладнанні (затвердженого Постановою №1057 Кабінету Міністрів України) Виріб відповідає вимогам Технічного Регламенту Обмеження Використання деяких Небезпечних Речовин в електричному та електронному обладнанні (ТР ОВНР). Вміст...
Page 13: Warnings And Additions To This Document
2. This document is subject to change at any time without notice. 3. Do not make copies or alter the document content without permission from NEC Corporation. 4. If you have any concerns, or discover errors or omissions in this document, contact your sales representative.
Page 14: Precautions For Use (Be Sure To Read)
Names and Functions of Parts in this document. Safety precautions Follow the instructions in this document for the safe use of the NEC Express server. This guide describes hazardous parts of the server, possible hazards, and how to avoid them. Server components with possible danger are indicated with a warning label placed on or around them.
Page 15: Symbols Used In This Document And On Warning Labels
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) (A label example used in this guide) Symbol to draw 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.
Page 16: Safety Notes
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Safety notes This section provides notes on using the server safely. Read this section carefully to ensure proper and safe use of the server. For symbols, see Safety precautions. General WARNING Do not use the server for services where human life may be at stake or high reliability is required. This server is not intended for use in medical, nuclear, aerospace, mass transit or other applications where human life may be at stake or high reliability is required, nor is it intended for use in controlling such applications.
Page 17: Power Supply And Power Cord Use
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Power supply and power cord use WARNING Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand. Do not disconnect/connect the plug while your hands are wet. Failure to follow this warning may cause an electric shock.
Page 18 Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) CAUTION Do not use any unauthorized interface cable. Use only the interface cables provided with the server. Electric current that exceeds the amount allowed could cause fire. Also, observe the following precautions to prevent electrical shock or fire caused by a damaged power cord.
Page 19: Installation, Relocation, Storage, And Connection
Use only the specified interface cable. Use only interface cables provided by NEC and locate a proper device and connector before connecting a cable. Using an authorized cable or connecting a cable to an improper destination may cause a short circuit, resulting in a fire.
Page 20: Cleaning And Working With Internal Devices
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Cleaning and working with internal devices WARNING Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server. Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the server on any occasion except as described in this document. Failure to follow this warning may cause not only malfunction of the server but also an electric shock or fire.
Page 21: During Operation
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) During operation CAUTION Avoid contact with the server during thunderstorms. Do not touch any part of the server including the cables when a thunderstorm is approaching. Also, do not connect or disconnect any devices. There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning strike. Keep animals away from the server.
Page 22: Warning Labels
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Warning labels Warning labels are attached on or near the components with potential hazards to draw attention from users to potential hazards involved in handling the server. This label is either attached or printed on the component. Do not remove or black out this label and keep it clean.
Page 23: Handling Precautions
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Handling precautions Confirm the following precautions.  Do not use any cell phone or PHS and switch off them near the server. Electric waves from such devices can cause server to malfunction.  Install the server in an appropriate place.
Page 24: Anti-Static Measures
Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Anti-Static measures This product contains static-sensitive electronic components. Follow the measures below to avoid a failure caused by static electricity when installing or uninstalling any optional device.  Wearing Anti-static Wrist Strap or Anti-static Gloves Wear a wrist strap on your wrist and connect the wire to the chassis.
Page 25 Precautions for Use (Be Sure to Read) Tips for your health and safety Using a computer extensively may affect different parts of your body. Here are tips you should follow while working on a computer to minimize strain on your body. Keep proper posture The basic body position for using a computer is sitting straight with your hands on the keyboard parallel with the floor, and your eyes...
Page 26: Chapter 1 General Description
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T110g-E General Description This chapter introduces the features of this server and explains the name of each part. 1. Introduction 2. Accessories Explains the server's accessories. 3. Standard Features Explains the server's feature. 4. Names and Functions of Parts Explains the name of each part contained in the server.
Page 27: Introduction
This high performance server is powered by the latest Intel processor. NEC’s latest technology and architectures realize high-power and high-speed operation that cannot be matched by existing servers. The server is designed with consideration of not only reliability but also expandability, which enables you to use it as a network server.
Page 28: Accessories
SDR Update CD-ROM  Cable Ties (for securing AC power cord)  1 or  2 *1 Only N8100-2189F/2190F. *2 Instruction manuals are stored in the PDF format on the EXPRESSBUILDER disc. Install Adobe Reader into your computer to read them.
Page 29: Standard Features
 Internal voltage monitoring feature  RAID System (disk array)  BIOS password feature Management utilities  NEC ESMPRO  ExpressUpdate  Remote controlling feature (EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3)  RAID system management utility (Universal RAID Utility)  Hard disk drive monitoring Power saving and noiseless design ...
Page 30 Chapter 1 General Description 3. Standard Features Various built-in features  El Torito Bootable CD-ROM (no emulation mode) format supported  Software power-off  Remote power-on feature  AC-Link feature  Remote console feature  Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) conforming to IPMI v2.0 Self-diagnosis ...
Page 31: Management Features
The hardware components of the server provide operation control/reliability features as shown below. Additionally, NEC ESMPRO Agent, which is provided in EXPRESSBUILDER, enables you to collectively manage the state of your systems. You can also monitor the status of the server from a PC to manage the network where NEC ESMPRO Manager provided in EXPRESSBUILDER is installed.
Page 32: Firmware And Software Version Management
You can manage the version of firmware or software on the server and update them with an update package by using NEC ESMPRO Manager and ExpressUpdate Agent. This feature automatically updates multiple packages without stopping the system by using NEC ESMPRO Manager.
Page 33: Names And Functions Of Parts
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Names and Functions of Parts The names and the functions of the server's parts are as follows. Front of the Server (12) (10) (11) (1) POWER Switch (6) Front Bezel The switch to turn the server on and off.
Page 34: Rear View
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Rear View (11) (10) (12) (13) (11) AC Inlet USB Connectors This socket is used to connect the power cord. These connectors are used to connect devices that PCI Slots support the USB interface.
Page 35: Internal View
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Internal View <Non-redundant power supply model> (10) Power Supply Unit 5.25-inch Expansion Bay Cooling Fan (CPU) The bay that can accommodate back up device. DIMM Slots Motherboard Hard Disk Drive Bay PCI Slot Can be equipped with 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch hard disk drives.
Page 36 Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts <Redundant power supply model> Power Supply Unit 5.25-inch Expansion Bay Cooling Fan (CPU) The bay that can accommodate back up device. DIMM Slots Motherboard Hard Disk Drive Bay PCI Slot Can be equipped with 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch hard disk drives.
Page 37: Motherboard
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Motherboard (12) (22) (21) (1)-2 (1)-4 (1)-1 (19) (1)-3 (20) (25) (23) (18)-1 (6)-4 (18)-2 (6)-5 (18)-3 (18)-4 (17) (16) (13)(15) (26) (10) (11) (24) (14) DIMM Slots (the number after hyphen indicates DIMM (16) Serial Port (COM B) Connector (for N8117-01A) number) (17) SPI Flash Mezzanine Connector...
Page 38: Status Indicators
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts Status Indicators This section explains the indication and meanings of the server LEDs. AC POWER LED Optical disk access LED STATUS LED DISK Access LED POWER LED LINK/ACT LED DISK LED SPEED LED Front view Rear view...
Page 39: Status Led ( )
The following table lists STATUS LED patterns, their description and solution. Tips Refer to the system event log (SEL) by using NEC ESMPRO or the offline maintenance utility to view the cause of failure. STATUS LED pattern...
Page 40: Disk Access Led
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts 4.5.3 Disk Access LED ( DISK Access LED indicates the status of HDDs. The following table lists DISK Access LED patterns. DISK Access LED pattern Hardware configuration Description On (green)/Flashing green Hard disk drive or optical disk drive is being accessed.
Page 41: Link/Act Led ( 1, 2, M)
Chapter 1 General Description 4. Names and Functions of Parts 4.5.6 LINK/ACT LED ( This LED indicates the status of the LAN port. The following table lists LINK/ACT LED patterns. LINK/ACT LED pattern Description On (green) The server is connected with network correctly. Flashing (green) The server is accessing network.
Page 42: Chapter 2 Preparations
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T110g-E 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 proper location and connect some cables following this section.
Page 43: Installing Internal Optional Devices
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Installing Internal Optional Devices This chapter describes the instructions for installing supported optional devices and precautions. If you did not purchase any optional device requiring installation, you can skip this section. Important If you use the third party optional device to the server, and it causes failure, a charge for repairing must be paid even within the warranty period.
Page 44: Anti-Static Measures
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Anti-static Measures This product contains static-sensitive electronic components. Follow the measures below to avoid a failure caused by static electricity when installing or uninstalling any optional device.  Wearing Anti-static Wrist Strap or Anti-static Gloves Wear a wrist strap on your wrist and connect the wire to the chassis.
Page 45: Overview Of Installation And Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Overview of Installation and Removal Install/remove components by using the following procedure. Turn the server off. See Chapter 3 (6. Turning off the Server). Disconnect all the power cables connected to the server from the outlet, and then disconnect them from the server.
Page 46: Removing The Side Cover
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Removing the Side Cover Remove the side cover by using the following procedure. See steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Unlock the chassis, if necessary. Remove the four screws on the rear panel.
Page 47: Removing The Front Bezel
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Removing the Front Bezel Remove the front bezel by using the following procedure. See steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Using the indentation on the left side of the front bezel, pull the front bezel forward until the tab pops out of the frame.
Page 48: Internal Flash Memory
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Internal Flash Memory This section describes the procedure for installing the Internal Flash Memory. Internal Flash Memory connector 1.6.1 Installation Install the Internal Flash Memory in the following procedure. See steps 1 to 5 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Attach the Internal Flash Memory and fix it with the screw that comes with the Internal Flash Memory Kit.
Page 49: Tpm Kit
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices TPM Kit This section describes the procedure for installing optional TPM Kit. TPM kit connector 1.7.1 Installation Install the TPM Kit in accordance with the following procedure. Note The TPM kit once installed cannot be removed. See steps 1 to 5 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations.
Page 50: Dimm
Up to 32 GB (8 GB  4) of memory can be installed. Important  Use only the DIMMs specified by NEC. Installing a DIMM from a third party may cause the server to fail. You will be charged to repair failures or damages caused by the use of such products even within the warranty period.
Page 51: Maximum Supported Memory Size
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.8.1 Maximum supported memory size The maximum available memory size on the server depends on the architecture (x86 architecture) and OS specs. A list of maximum memory sizes The maximum memory size The maximum memory size supported on each OS supported on the server...
Page 52: Installation
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.8.3 Installation Install a DIMM by using the following procedure. See steps 1 to 5 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. Hold the server with both hands and slowly and gently lay it so that the left side faces upward. Open both levers of the target DIMM slot outward.
Page 53: Removal
 When removing a defective DIMM, check error messages displayed at POST or NEC ESMPRO and check the DIMM slot where the defective DIMM is installed.  At least one DIMM needs to be installed for the server to operate.
Page 54: Use Of Internal Hard Disk Drives In The Raid System
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Use of Internal Hard Disk Drives in the RAID System This section describes how to use the hard disk drives installed in the HDD cage at the front of the server in the RAID system.
Page 55 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices J3 jumper On-board SATA Optional RAID controller controller 3 2 1 3 2 1 Backplane for 3.5-inch hard disk drives with 3.5-inch HDD cage J3 jumper On-board SATA Optional RAID controller controller 3 2 1 3 2 1 Backplane for 2.5-inch hard disk drives with 2.5-inch HDD cage...
Page 56 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices [Using 3.5-inch hard disk drive] Backplane for 3.5-inch hard disk drive with 3.5-inch HDD cage (J3) Change jumper setting to 1-2 (Onboard SATA controller). [Using 2.5-inch hard disk drive] Backplane for 2.5-inch hard disk drive with 2.5-inch HDD cage (J3) Change jumper setting to 1-2 (Onboard SATA controller).
Page 57 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Using an optional RAID controller Jumper on motherboard (J_SWRAID) Change jumper setting to 1-2 (Disabled). [Using 3.5-inch fixed hard disk drive] No setting other than the jumper on the motherboard is required. [Using 3.5-inch hard disk drive] Backplane for 3.5-inch hard disk drive with 3.5-inch HDD cage (J3) Change jumper setting to 2-3 (Optional RAID controller)
Page 58: Notes On Setting Up A Raid System
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.9.1 Notes on setting up a RAID system Note the following points when setting up a RAID system.  The number of hard disk drives required varies in each RAID level.  If an on-board RAID controller or optional RAID controller (N8103-171/172) is used, the RAID system cannot be built in RAID5/RAID6.
Page 59 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices HDD slot numbering <Express5800/T110g-E with 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage installed> <Express5800/T110g-E with 3.5-inch HDD cage installed> N8154-53F N8154-54F 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage 3.5-inch HDD cage <Express5800/T110g-E with 2.5-inch HDD cage installed> N8154-55F 2.5-inch HDD cage 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Express5800/T110g-E User’s Guide...
Page 60: Extra Battery For Raid Controller
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.10 Extra Battery for RAID Controller The optional extra battery is used in order to avoid data loss caused by accidents during a write-back operation. The model of the extra battery to be used depends on a RAID controller. ...
Page 61 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Connecting the battery control cable To connect the battery control cable into the battery pack, see the following figure. Check the form of the connector and connect the cable straight into the connector. The upper portion is wider than that of lower portion.
Page 62 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Installing the battery pack Slide out and remove the battery bracket, holding onto the tabs. Attach the battery to the battery bracket. Secure the battery to the battery bracket by using the three screws on the underside of the battery bracket.
Page 63 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Slide the battery bracket with the battery attached back into the server. Important Make sure that the battery bracket is correctly attached to the server. Connecting to a RAID controller Connect another connector of the flash backup unit control cable to the connector on the RAID controller.
Page 64: Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Install the RAID controller into the PCI slot #4 and fix it in place. Be careful not to disconnect the battery control cable. RAID controller Connect the cables and components that you removed. 1.10.3 Removal To remove the extra battery for the RAID controller, reverse the installation procedure.
Page 65 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Connecting the flash backup unit control cable To connect the flash backup unit control cable into the battery pack, see the following figure. Check the form of the connector and connect the cable straight into the connector. Getting ready to install the battery...
Page 66 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Attach the flash backup unit to the battery bracket. Attach the battery bracket to the server. Important Make sure that the battery bracket is correctly attached to the server. Express5800/T110g-E User’s Guide...
Page 67: Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Connecting to a RAID controller Connect another connector of the flash backup unit control cable to the connector on the RAID controller. Check the marker of the connector and connect the cable straight into the connector. Be careful not to press it in at an angle when connecting.
Page 68: Pci Card
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11 PCI Card This server provides four slots where PCI cards can be installed. Important  Avoid static electricity to work with the procedure below. For details, see Chapter 2 (1.2 Anti-static Measures). ...
Page 69: Notes
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11.1 Notes Read the following notes when installing or removing a PCI card.  Do not touch the terminals of cards and the leads of electronic components with your bare hand. Fingerprints and dust left on them cause the server to malfunction due to a connection failure or damage to the leads.
Page 70: List Of Optional Devices And Installation Slots
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11.2 List of optional devices and installation slots PCI Express PCI#1 PCI#2 PCI#3 PCI#4 Product PCI slot performance Model name Remark lane lane lane lane name PCI slot size Full Height PCI board socket type Size of mountable 168 mm 168 mm...
Page 71 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices  The card performance described in the parentheses after the Product name indicates the maximum operation performance of the card.  Even if you use PCI cards of a higher performance than the PCI slot, the operation of the device will be that of the PCI slot.
Page 72: Installation
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11.3 Installation Install a PCI card to connect to a PCI slot by using the following procedure. Before installation, make sure the switch or jumper settings on the PCI card are proper according to the instruction manual supplied with the card.
Page 73: Configuration After Installing
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Face the component side of the card toward the bottom of the server. When the rear panel of the card is firmly engaged with the spring, firmly press the card into the slot so that the component parts of the card securely connect to the slot.
Page 74: Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.11.5 Removal Remove a PCI card connected to a PCI slot by using the following procedure. See steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover, see Chapter 2 (1.4 Removing the Side Cover).
Page 75 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices To open the PCI retention latch, see Chapter 2 (1.11.3 Installation). Remove the blank cover aligned with the slot where you install a card. Important Keep the removed blank cover for future use. Make sure that you are properly inserting the bracket edge into the frame guide, and attach it securely.
Page 76: Hdd Cages
N8154-53F 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage, N8154-54F 3.5-inch HDD cage, or N8154-55F 2.5-inch HDD cage can be installed in the HDD bay in this server. Important Use hard disk drives provided by NEC. <3.5-inch fixed HDD cage installed> <3.5-inch HDD cage installed>...
Page 77: Installing A 3.5-Inch Fixed Hdd Cage And Hard Disk Drives
Installing a 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage and hard disk drives By installing a 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage, up to four 3.5-inch SATA fixed hard disk drives can be mounted. Important Use hard disk drives provided by NEC. Important Install the hard disk drives sequentially starting from slot 0.
Page 78 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Install a 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage and hard disk drives in the server by using the following procedure. See steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover and front bezel, see Chapter 2 (1.4 Removing the Side Cover and 1.5 Removing the Front Bezel).
Page 79: Removing The 3.5-Inch Fixed Hard Disk Drives
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Connect the interface cables and power cable to the hard disk drive. Use the interface cables that come with the HDD cage. For details about cable connection, see 1.16 Connecting Cables. 1.12.2 Removing the 3.5-inch fixed hard disk drives Remove the 3.5-inch fixed hard disk drives from the HDD cage by using the following procedure.
Page 80: Removing The 3.5-Inch Fixed Hdd Cage
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.12.3 Removing the 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage Remove the 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage from the server by using the following procedure. See steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover and front bezel, see Chapter 2 (1.4 Removing the Side Cover and 1.5 Removing the Front Bezel).
Page 81: Installing The 3.5-Inch Hdd Cage And Hard Disk Drives
Installing the 3.5-inch HDD cage and hard disk drives By installing a 3.5-inch HDD cage, up to four 3.5-inch SATA fixed hard disk drives can be mounted. Important Use hard disk drives provided by NEC. Important Install the hard disk drives sequentially starting from slot 0.
Page 82 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Install a 3.5-inch HDD cage and hard disk drives in the server by using the following procedure. See steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover and front bezel, see Chapter 2 (1.4 Removing the Side Cover and 1.5 Removing the Front Bezel).
Page 83 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Remove the dummy tray from the HDD cage. Important  Keep the dummy trays for future use.  Keep the dummy trays installed in slots where hard disk drives are not installed. Unlock the handle in the tray.
Page 84: Removing The 3.5-Inch Hard Disk Drives
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 11. Gently close the handle until it clicks, indicating that it is locked. Note When you push the drive into the slot, confirm the handle got hooked on the frame. 1.12.5 Removing the 3.5-inch hard disk drives Remove the 3.5-inch hard disk drives from the HDD cage by using the following procedure.
Page 85: Removing The 3.5-Inch Hdd Cage
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Hold the tray firmly and pull it toward the front. Note Do not pull the handle to remove the hard disk drive. Doing so may damage the handle. Important Do not use this server while removing the hard disk drive. 1.12.6 Removing the 3.5-inch HDD cage Remove the 3.5-inch HDD cage from the server by using the following procedure.
Page 86: Installing The 2.5-Inch Hdd Cage And Hard Disk Drives
 Mount SATA/SAS hard disk drives in order from slot 0, and mount the SSDs to the remaining slots. Important Use hard disk drives provided by NEC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Important Install the hard disk drives sequentially starting from slot 0.
Page 87 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Install a 2.5-inch HDD cage and hard disk drives in the server by using the following procedure. See steps 1 to 3 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover and front bezel, see Chapter 2 (1.4 Removing the Side Cover and 1.5 Removing the Front Bezel).
Page 88 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Remove the dummy tray from the HDD cage. Important  Keep the dummy trays for future use.  Keep the dummy trays installed in slots where hard disk drives are not installed. Unlock the handle in the tray.
Page 89: Removing The 2.5-Inch Hard Disk Drives
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 11. Gently close the handle until it clicks, indicating that it is locked. Note When you push the drive into the slot, confirm the handle got hooked on the frame. 1.12.8 Removing the 2.5-inch hard disk drives Remove the 2.5-inch hard disk drives from the HDD cage by using the following procedure.
Page 90: Removing The 2.5-Inch Hdd Cage
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Hold the tray firmly and pull it toward the front. Note Do not pull the handle to remove the hard disk drive. Doing so may damage the handle. Important Do not use this server while removing the hard disk drive. 1.12.9 Removing the 2.5-inch HDD cage Remove the 2.5-inch HDD cage from the server by using the following procedure.
Page 91: Optical Disk Drive
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.13 Optical Disk Drive Procedures for replacing the standard optical disk drive with the optional internal DVD SuperMULTI drive are described below. Important Do not install a drive manufactured by a third party. 1.13.1 Replacing drives Follow the procedure below to replace your drive with the optional internal DVD SuperMULTI drive.
Page 92: Removal
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Mount the bracket for the optical disk drive on the DVD SuperMULTI drive. Install the bracket with DVD SuperMULTI drive installed to the server. Connect the SATA cable and DC power cable you disconnected in step 3 to the server. This completes the installation procedures.
Page 93: Backup Devices
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.14 Backup Devices The 5.25-inch expansion bay of the server can contain a backup device such as a magnetic tape drive. Tips An optional internal USB cable is required to install a backup device. ...
Page 94: Installation
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.14.1 Installation Install a backup device by using the following procedure. See Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) for preparations. To remove the side cover and front bezel, see Chapter 2 (1.4 Removing the Side Cover and 1.5 Removing the Front Bezel).
Page 95: Power Supply (Exp288A)
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.15 Power Supply (EXP288A) Non-redundant power supply or redundant power supply can be installed into Express5800/T110g-E (EXP288A). Using two redundant power supplies enables the system to continue processing even if one power supply fails.
Page 96 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices Install the power supply in the server. Push the power supply until it clicks, indicating that it is locked. See steps 7 to 9 in Chapter 2 (1.3 Overview of Installation and Removal) to prepare, and then connect the power cable to the AC inlet of each power supply.
Page 97: Replacing Or Removing A Faulty Redundant Power Supply
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.15.3 Replacing or removing a faulty redundant power supply Only replace power supplies if they are faulty. CAUTION Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safely. Failure to observe the precautions may cause burns, injury, and property damage.
Page 98: Connecting Cables
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.16 Connecting Cables This section shows an example of internal device cable connection. 1.16.1 Internal interface cables This section describes the connection of internal interface cables. Tips The figure shown here primarily describes connections. For more information about the connectors on the motherboard, see Chapter 1 (4.4 Motherboard).
Page 99 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices  Adding a RAID controller (N8103-172/173/174/171) Power supply Motherboard HDD cage HDD_LED1 Extra battery RAID controller miniSAS cable Battery cable LED cable Tips The dedicated cable K410-293(00) is required for installing the RAID controller (N8103-172/173/174) in the server.
Page 100 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices RAID controller N8103-172/173/174 RAID controller N8103-171 Connect cables ケーブルを接続 Black 赤黒 Black J1A3 J1A1 Global J2A2 グローバル Global グローバル Activity フォルト Fault アクティビティLED In case of 3.5-inch HDD cage installed Connect the cables as shown in the following figure.
Page 101 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices  Adding a RAID controller (N8103-172/173/174/168/171) Power supply HDD cage MINISAS_1 BPB_CON1 BPB_CON Extra battery RAID controller miniSAS cable HDD backplane interface cable Battery cable In case of 2.5-inch HDD cage installed Connect the cables as shown in the following figure.
Page 102 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices  Adding one to eight hard disk drives with a RAID controller (N8103-172/173/174/168/171) An optional SAS/SATA cable (K410-294(00)) is required when installing five or more hard disk drives. Power supply MINISAS_1 MINISAS_2 Motherboard HDD cage BPB_CON1...
Page 103 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices (2) Connecting backup devices The 5.25-inch expansion bay of the server can mount USB devices for internal connection. Mounting an internal USB device Use the dedicated internal USB cable (for USB 3.0: K410-276(00), for USB 2.0: K410-286(00). Power supply Backup devices...
Page 104: Power Cables
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.16.2 Power cables The figure below shows an example of connecting the power cables. Power cables other than those shown here are not used by the devices. (1) Express5800/T110g-E (EXP287A) In case of 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage installed Power supply Backup devices...
Page 105 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices In case of 2.5-inch HDD cage installed P12 P15 Power supply Backup devices Optical disk drive PWR_DET1 HDD cage Power convert cable Motherboard Cable connected to power supply Unused power supply cable connector Express5800/T110g-E User’s Guide...
Page 106 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices (2) Express5800/T110g-E (EXP288A) In case of 3.5-inch fixed HDD cage installed Power supply Backup devices 5.2Dev2 5.2Dev1 Optical disk drive PWR_DET1 P3 HDD cage Motherboard Cable connected to power supply backplane DC cable Unused power supply cable connector In case of 3.5-inch HDD cage installed Power...
Page 107 Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices In case of 2.5-inch HDD cage installed Power supply 5.2Dev2 Backup devices 5.2Dev1 Optical disk drive PWR_DET1 P3 HDD cage HDDBP1 HDDBP2 Motherboard Cable connected to power supply backplane DC cable Unused power supply cable connector Express5800/T110g-E User’s Guide...
Page 108: Attaching The Front Bezel
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.17 Attaching the Front Bezel You can attach the front bezel by reversing the removal procedure. Attach the front bezel to the server by inserting the three tabs on the inside of the front bezel into the slits on the right-front of the server and then pressing the left side of the front bezel to secure it into place on the front of the server.
Page 109: Installing The Side Cover
Chapter 2 Preparations 1. Installing Internal Optional Devices 1.18 Installing the Side Cover You can attach the side cover by reversing the removal procedure. Make sure that hooks at both the top and bottom of the side cover are securely inserted in the slits on the server frame.
Page 110: Installation And Connection
Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Installation and Connection This section describes how to position the server and connect cables. Installation WARNING Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safety. Failure to observe the precautions may cause death or serious injury. For details, refer to Safety precautions in Precautions for Use.
Page 111 Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Do not install the server in an environment in which any of the following conditions apply: Installing the server in any of the following conditions will cause the server to malfunction. Places where corrosive gas is present, such as environments where there is sulfur vapor in the atmosphere, or Place of drastic temperature change,...
Page 112: Preparation For Installation
Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection 2.1.1 Preparation for installation Remove the stabilizer attached to the bottom of the server, and then change as instructed below. Removing/installing the stabilizer Removing the stabilizer Remove the two screws from the stabilizer to remove the stabilizer from the server. Installing the stabilizer Turn the stabilizer 90 degree as shown in the figure below, and then fix it by using the two screws.
Page 113: Connection
Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection Connection Connect peripheral devices to the server. Connectors that enable a variety of peripheral devices to be connected are provided at the front and rear of the server. Figures on the following pages show the peripheral devices that can be connected as standard.
Page 114: Interface Cables
Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection 2.2.1 Interface cables Connect the interface cable before connecting the power cord. Important  Turn off the server and peripheral devices to be connected before connecting.  The connectors that are not explained here are not available. Do not connect anything to the connectors.
Page 115: Power Cord
Chapter 2 Preparations 2. Installation and Connection 2.2.2 Power cord Connect the provided power cord to the server. Express5800/T110g-E (EXP287A) Express5800/T110g-E (EXP288A) When the power cord is connected to an outlet, POWER LED lights amber during initialization of the system. Tips ...
Page 116: Chapter 3 Setup
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T110g-E Setup This chapter describes how to set up the server. 1. Turning on the Server Power-On Self-Test (POST) is explained in this section. 2. System BIOS Setup You can customize BIOS settings by following the instructions in this section.
Page 117: Turning On The Server
3. If POWER LED lights amber, wait until POWER LED is unlit. 4. Press POWER Switch at the front of the server. POWER LED is turned on green and after a while, NEC logo appears on the display. While the logo is being displayed, the self-diagnostic program (POST) runs and diagnoses the hardware.
Page 118: Post
1. POST runs automatically when the server is turned on. NEC logo appears on the screen as factory settings. 2. When Password On Boot is set to Enabled on the Security menu in the BIOS setup utility (SETUP), the logo is displayed, and then the password entry is displayed.
Page 119: Post Error Messages
Chapter 3 Setup 1. Turning on the Server 5. After a while, the following message is displayed on the screen. Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network You can call the functions below upon completion of POST by pressing the designated function key. <F2>...
Page 120: System Bios Setup
Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network When you press <F2> key during displaying the message or the NEC logo, SETUP runs and displays the Main menu upon completion of POST. About password entry The entry of the password appears after you set a password in SETUP.
Page 121: Description On On-Screen Items And Key Usage
Chapter 3 Setup 2. System BIOS Setup Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage This section explains how to use SETUP. Indicates the currently displayed menu Indicates the menu has submenus. Items Parameters (highlighted when selected*) *: Items that cannot be specified are gray-out. ...
Page 122 Chapter 3 Setup 2. System BIOS Setup  <F2> key Press this key to restore the parameters. If you choose Yes in the following message, the previous parameter(s) are restored. Load Previous Values? [Yes]  <F3> key Press this key to load default settings. If you choose Yes in the following message, the default settings of SETUP are restored.
Page 123: Cases That Require Setting Changes
On/Off NumLock on power ON Boot  Quite Boot  Disabled On/Off the function to display By pressing <Esc> key, prevent the NEC logo during POST the display of the logo. RAID controller Advanced  PCI Configuration  PCI Optional...
Page 124: Expressscope Engine 3
Chapter 3 Setup 3. EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 Overview EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 provides useful features by using Baseboard Management Controller (BMC). EXPRESSSCOPE Engine 3 monitors the power unit, cooling fans, temperature, and voltage of the server. If the management LAN connector is connected to the network, you can remotely perform the following features by using a web browser or SSH client.
Page 125: Expressscope Engine 3 Network Configuration
Chapter 3 (1.1.1 POST sequence) for details. Press <F2> SETUP, <F3> Internal Flash Memory, <F4> ROM Utility, <F12> Network When you press <F4> key during displaying the message or NEC logo, ROM utility starts upon completion of POST. The keyboard selection menu appears. Choose your keyboard type.
Page 126 Chapter 3 Setup 3. EXPRESSSCOPE ENGINE 3 In the DHCP of the Property screen, specify Enable or configure IP Address/Subnet Mask. Tips If Shared BMC LAN is enabled, Web feature, remote media/KVM feature, or command line interface feature may be interrupted. In this case, wait for a while, and connect with network again.
Page 127: Expressbuilder
To use this feature, choose OS (Windows reinstallation) installation in Boot Selection Menu. Bundled software* Stores various bundled software, such as NEC ESMPRO Agent. Maintenance Diagnoses your server system. To use this feature, choose Tool menu in Boot Selection Menu.
Page 128: Installing Software Components
Chapter 3 Setup 5. Installing Software Components Installing Software Components Continue to install the operating system and other bundled software. See the instructions below.  Installation Guide (Windows) Express5800/T110g-E User’s Guide...
Page 129: Turning Off The Server
Chapter 3 Setup 6. Turning off the Server Turning off the Server Turn off the server by using the following procedure. When the power cord of the server is connected to a UPS, refer to the documentation supplied with the UPS or the documentation for the application controlling the UPS. 1.
Page 130: Chapter 4 Appendix
NEC Express5800 Series Express5800/T110g-E Appendix Specifications Interrupt Lines Express5800/T110g-E User’s Guide...
Page 131: Specifications
Microsoft® Windows Server® 2012 R2 Essentials Microsoft® Windows Server® 2012 R2 Foundation Included parts 104 keyboard*2, two-button mouse with scroll wheel*2, EXPRESSBUILDER DVD, Getting Started, screws for device, Power cord Can be optionally expanded to two ports. Only N8100-2189F. Express5800/T110g-E User’s Guide...
Page 132: Express5800/T110G-E (Exp288A)
Chapter 4 Appendix 1. Specifications Express5800/T110g-E (EXP288A) Express5800/T110g-E (EXP288A) Product name N8100-2190F/2258F ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® Intel Xeon Intel Xeon Type Intel Celeron Intel Pentium Intel Xeon processor processor processor G1840 processor G3240 processor E3-1231 v3 E3-1271 v3 E3-1220 v3...
Page 133: Interrupt Lines
Chapter 4 Appendix 2. Interrupt Lines Interrupt Lines Interrupt lines are assigned as factory settings as shown below. Use this table as a reference when you add optional devices.  Interrupt lines As factory settings, interrupt lines are assigned as follows. Peripheral Device (Controller) Peripheral Device (Controller) System timer...

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