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Summarization of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
ThinkAgile HX Server Models
Details the ThinkAgile HX1521-R, HX3521-G, HX5521, HX5521-C, and HX7521 models.
Nutanix Architecture and Deployment
Covers typical Nutanix architecture and HX deployment best practices.
System Information and Specifications
Covers server identification, management labels, and detailed specifications.
Helpful Resources
Provides links to external documentation and resources.
Chapter 2. Server components
Front View and I/O Assembly
Describes the server's front view, drive bays, and front I/O assembly components.
Rear View and Components
Details the server's rear view, including connectors and components.
System Board Components
Illustrates and lists components located on the system board.
System Status LEDs
Explains various system LEDs indicating status, errors, and activity.
Chapter 4. Server setup checklist
Server Package Contents
Lists the items included in the server package.
Cabling the Server
Provides instructions for connecting server cables to power, network, and storage.
Powering the Server On and Off
Details the procedures for powering the server on and off.
XClarity Controller Network Setup
Guides on configuring the XClarity Controller network connection.
Chapter 6. Installing and setting up Lenovo XClarity Administrator
Deploying Lenovo XClarity Administrator
Steps to download and deploy Lenovo XClarity Administrator.
Managing ThinkAgile HX Series Servers
Guides on enabling management of HX servers via XClarity Administrator.
Chapter 7. Installing and setting up Lenovo XClarity Integrator
Deploying Lenovo XClarity Integrator for VMware vCenter
Procedure to install Lenovo XClarity Integrator for VMware vCenter.
Chapter 8. Hardware replacement procedures
Installation Guidelines and Safety
Important guidelines and precautions before installing components.
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
Precautions for handling components sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
Hot-Swap Drive Replacement
Instructions for replacing hot-swap HDDs and SSDs in the server.
Hot-Swap Power Supply Replacement
Procedures for replacing hot-swap power supply units.
System Fan Replacement
Steps for removing and installing system fans.
HBA Replacement
Instructions for removing and installing Host Bus Adapters.
LOM Adapter Replacement
Procedures for removing and installing the LAN On Motherboard adapter.
PCIe Adapter Replacement
Guides on removing and installing PCIe adapters.
DIMM Replacement
Steps for removing and installing Dual In-line Memory Modules.
M.2 Backplane and M.2 Drive Replacement
Procedures for replacing M.2 backplane and M.2 drives.
Appendix A. Configuration settings
Enable Direct Cache Access (DCA)
Steps to enable Direct Cache Access via UEFI settings.
Set Power/Performance Bias
How to adjust the server's power and performance settings.
Modify the Operating Mode
Instructions to change the server's operating mode settings.
Configure Boot Order
How to set the server's boot device order in UEFI.
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